Dear Shareholders,
As the Triton Group enters its 50th year,
I am filled with immense pride and gratitude for our remarkable journey. This milestone
is not just a testament to our resilience and innovative spirit but also the unwavering
trust and support of our stakeholders, employees, and customers.
India's resilience Against Global Challenges
The global economy faced heightened uncertainties, marked by macroeconomic volatility,
geopolitical tensions, supply chain disruptions, and inflationary pressures. Against this
backdrop, India's growth has remained resilient and stellar. This has been driven by
strong public capital expenditure, booming manufacturing and construction activity, and
robust private consumption. India's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by an impressive
8.2% in FY 2023-24, making it one of the fastest-growing economies in the world.
Performance Overview
In the fiscal year 2023-24, we witnessed the fruits of our ambitious growth strategy,
which was set in motion just before the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite the unforeseen
challenges, we stayed committed to our vision, venturing into high-growth businesses like
climate control and deepening our vertical integration with the commissioning of our own
brass mill. These efforts have now begun to yield significant
We have successfully onboarded new marquee customers, aligned our cost structures to
compete globally, and delivered consistent growth with a CAGR of over 18% over the past
three years.
Throughout the year, Triton Valves outperformed industry peers across all our
verticals, led by our focus on innovation, market expansion, cutting-edge technology, and
customer-centric products. Our total revenue on a consolidated basis grew by 15% while our
standalone revenue increased by 6% to 34,326 lakhs in FY 2023-24. Our strategic
initiatives, including partnerships and collaborations with industry experts, have further
propelled our technological advancements and product innovations.
Our dedicated team effectively addressed the volatility in raw material prices and
global supply chain to disruptions, ensuring operational continuity and customer
satisfaction.
We maintained financial stability by prioritizing cash preservation and refraining from
significant expenditures, thereby strengthening our liquidity for future opportunities.
All our business verticals have demonstrated robust growth. Our automotive segment has
benefited from the increasing demand from OEMs, the aftermarket, and export markets,
resulting in strong growth. The climate control vertical, though still in its early
stages, holds immense promise, with a projected CAGR of 13%-15% over the next decade. Our
metals vertical has gained traction with new products and an expanding market for copper
alloys in India, coupled with competitive pricing.
Our commitment to research and development was unwavering, with a focus on TPMS,
Electric Vehicles, and Climate Control. This resulted in the introduction of several new
products that are set to drive our growth in the coming years. Our subsidiaries also
showed positive trends, with notable sales revenue growth and improved EBITDA, reflecting
the success of strategic initiatives.
Future Outlook
We are no longer focusing on niche markets; instead, we are targeting large global
opportunities. Our air-conditioning vertical has a globally addressable market in billions
of dollars, while our brass mill's potential is almost unlimited with the global market
opportunity spanning over 30 billion dollars globally. In the automotive vertical, we are
exploring substantial opportunities in the rapidly growing space of Tyre Pressure
Monitoring Systems (TPMS). With this broader vision, we are confident in our ability to
elevate our sales and profitability new heights.
The recent equity capital infusion has fortified our financial position, fueling our
growth initiatives and strengthening our market presence. Additionally, our merger of our
wholly-owned subsidiary Tritonvalves Climatech Pvt. Ltd. With the holding company enables
us to leverage complementary strengths, streamline operations, and boost operational
efficiencies while driving innovation and enhancing our competitive edge. These strategic
moves position us to achieve our long-term vision while continuing to deliver significant
value to our shareholders.
Conclusion
As we approach our 50-year milestone, we remain committed to driving innovation,
customer satisfaction, and sustainable growth. Aiming for gold by leveraging our core
capabilities, we are targeting a Group-level turnover of 500 crores in our golden
jubilee year.
We are excited about the future and confident in our ability to seize emerging industry
opportunities. Our vision is clear, and our determination is unwavering. Together, we will
continue to build on our rich legacy and achieve new milestones in the years to come.
Thank you for your continued trust and support.
Warm Regards, |
S.K. Welling |
Chairman |