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Summary Valuation and view
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Story in charts
Risks
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India's wind energy
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penetration significantly We initiate coverage on Suzlon Energy (SUEL)
SWOT analysis
below global average with a BUY rating and a target price of
INR70/share, implying 21% upside.
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SUEL is a global leader in wind energy with an
installed capacity of ~20.9GW across 17
countries. It is India's top wind energy service
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provider with the highest installed capacity of Page # 28
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~15GW, operating with a vertically integrated Bull and Bear cases
India plans to double its
installed wind capacity base structure, including in-house R&D and
by 2030 manufacturing facilities in India.
SUEL's operations span wind turbine generator
(WTG) sales, project execution, foundry and 12
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maintenance (O&M) services. Page # 29
ESG initiatives
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Competition has intensified,
but pie is big enough
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Management team
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Company overview
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Financials and valuations
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Growing order book,
economies of scale drive 63%
PAT CAGR over FY24-27
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Suzlon Energy
BSE Sensex S&P CNX
77,984 23,658 CMP: INR58 TP: INR70 (+21%) Buy
Riding the winds of growth
Initiate with BUY and SOTP-based TP of INR70: We initiate coverage on Suzlon
Energy (SUEL) with a BUY rating and a target price of INR70/share, implying 21%
upside. SUEL is a global leader in wind energy with an installed capacity of
Stock Info ~20.9GW across 17 countries. It is India's top wind energy service provider with
Bloomberg SUEL IN the highest installed capacity of ~15GW, operating with a vertically integrated
Equity Shares (m) 13648
structure, including in-house R&D and manufacturing facilities in India. SUEL's
M.Cap.(INRb)/(USDb) 790.4 / 9.2
52-Week Range (INR) 86 / 37 operations span wind turbine generator (WTG) sales, project execution, foundry
1, 6, 12 Rel. Per (%) 2/-22/48 and forging components, and operation and maintenance (O&M) services.
12M Avg Val (INR M) 4370
Wind energy's critical role in India's renewable future: By 2030, wind energy is
Free float (%) 86.8
expected to account for ~20% of India’s renewable energy (RE) mix vs. 39% in
Financial Snapshot (INRb) the US and Germany, 33% in China, and 42% in the UK, highlighting the need for
Y/E March FY25E FY26E FY27E more focus on wind energy development. India’s relatively lower wind energy
Sales 114.5 169.4 225.1 penetration offers significant room for growth. Though there are concerns that
Sales Gr. % 75.4 47.9 32.9
EBITDA 16.2 25.5 36.5
a combination of solar energy and storage solutions may replace wind energy,
EBITDA margin % 14.1 15.0 16.2 ReNew, a leading RE firm in India, estimates that adding wind energy to solar
Adj. PAT 12.7 20.5 31.3 and storage solutions can reduce the levelized cost of energy (LCoE) by INR0.2-
EPS (INR) 0.9 1.5 2.3 0.3/kWh and lead to ~1% higher project IRR. Given these advantages, Firm and
EPS Gr. (%) 77.9 60.9 52.6
BV/Sh. (INR) 3.8 5.3 7.4 Dispatchable Renewable Energy (FDRE), which strategically integrates solar,
Ratios wind, and battery storage, is expected to become the preferred procurement
ND/Equity -0.1 -0.2 -0.3 model, which will drive increased investments in wind energy.
ND/EBITDA -0.4 -0.6 -0.8
SUEL is a bellwether play on India’s wind energy potential: India's wind energy
RoE (%) 27.9 32.9 36.0
RoIC (%) 8.7 11.3 13.2 sector offers substantial growth potential, as the country aims to increase its
Valuations installed wind capacity to 100GW by 2030 from 48GW currently (Dec’24). SUEL
P/E (x) 62.1 38.6 25.3 projects India’s new wind energy installations to reach ~4GW in FY25, 6GW in
EV/EBITDA (x) 48.5 30.4 20.8
FY26, and 7-8GW annually from FY27 onward. This opportunity positions SUEL’s
Shareholding pattern (%) EPC and OMS businesses for strong growth. With ~15GW of installed capacity,
As on Dec-24 Sep-24 Dec-23 SUEL towers over competitors like Siemens Gamesa (8.9GW), Vestas (3.4GW),
Promoter 13.3 13.3 13.3 and INOX (3.1GW). The company’s strong leadership in the O&M segment
DII 9.3 9.0 6.2
further strengthens its competitive edge. The acquisition of Renom Energy
FII 22.9 23.7 17.8
Others 54.6 54.0 62.7 Services, a leading O&M company, expands SUEL’s service capabilities further,
Note: FII includes depository receipts allowing it to cater to turbines from other OEMs.
Domestic players well placed if NITI Aayog pushes for local content: In Mar’24,
Stock’s performance (one-year)
NITI Aayog, in its report, suggested granting approval to a revised list of models
Suzlon Energy and manufacturers (RLMM) only if major components—such as nacelle
Nifty - Rebased (including gearboxes and generators), blades, towers, hubs, and controllers—
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are manufactured domestically. It also proposed introducing a mandatory
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requirement of sourcing at least 60% of content by value from India. This policy
60 shift, if implemented, will present significant growth opportunities for Indian
40 OEMs.
20 Competition is rising but pie is big enough: Given the strong outlook,
competitors are investing in the Indian wind equipment market, e.g., Envision
Jun-24
Dec-24
Mar-24
Sep-24
Mar-25
Energy India's 1GW partnership with Juniper Green Energy and SANY India's
1.6GW contracts with JSW Group (1.3GW) and Sembcorp (0.3GW). Western
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players like GE, Gamesa and Vestas, despite their EPC capabilities, are avoiding
the EPC segment due to low margins, while Chinese manufacturers are inactive
in India’s EPC market. This creates a favorable environment for domestic
manufacturers, particularly SUEL, to capitalize on the growing demand in the
Indian wind energy sector due to its presence across the value chain. Assuming
8GW wind installation in India (in FY27), we estimate SUEL’s order book
execution (or deliveries) to be 3.2GW in FY27. Assuming Inox Wind contributes
an estimated 2GW in FY27 (FY24: 0.4GW), this still leaves an additional 2.8GW
for other players, demonstrating the scale of opportunities in the sector.
Economies of scale to drive adj. PAT CAGR of 63% over FY24-27: The WTG
segment currently has fixed costs of ~INR7b, breaking even at 700MW of
deliveries. With an expanded order book, execution is set to scale from 710MW
in FY24 to 1.5GW/2.3GW/3.2GW in FY25/FY26/FY27, reducing per-unit fixed
costs and supporting margins. We expect WTG gross margins to increase from
~19.5% in FY24 to 22% in FY27, aided by the economies of scale. We estimate a
CAGR of 51%/52%/63% in revenue/EBITDA/adjusted PAT over FY24-27.
EBITDA margin healthy; tax shield benefits until FY27: We estimate consol.
EBITDA margins to remain healthy at ~14-16% in FY25/FY26/FY27. SUEL is also
well positioned to benefit from its significant tax shield arising from unabsorbed
depreciation and brought-forward losses (FY24: INR61b). A majority of these
losses are set to expire between FY25 and FY32. We estimate SUEL not to have
any tax liability until 1HFY27, enabling the company to conserve cash flows.
Balance sheet well placed to fund future growth: SUEL’s net debt-to-EBITDA
ratio has moved from 6.6x in FY22 to a net cash position in FY24. We expect the
net cash position to rise further by FY27 given limited capex needs in the near
term (~INR3.5-4b p.a. FY25 to FY27). Operating cash flows too are expected to
rise strongly as the company executes its order book.
Valuation and view: Adjusted for growth, SUEL reasonably priced vs. capital
goods peers – We arrive at a target price of INR70 by applying a target P/E of
34x to Dec’26E EPS. This is at a slight premium to historical average 2-year fwd
P/E of 27x given execution and earnings are just picking up for SUEL. While
valuations across the capital goods space have come off, they remain elevated
given a healthy earnings growth trajectory, a decent order book, improving cash
flows, and a positive industry outlook. We think SUEL is reasonably priced, given
an estimated EPS CAGR of 63% over FY24-27, significantly surpassing domestic
capital goods peers ABB India (23%), Siemens (20%), Thermax (17%), and CG
Power (26%) and global peers such as SANY (26%). On PEG ratio, SUEL is
favorably trading at FY26E PEG ratio of 0.6x, below other domestic capital goods
peers such as Thermax (2.5x), ABB India (6x), and CG Power (1.9x).
Key risks: 1) Rising competition from Chinese and European players as wind
installations pick up; 2) Potential pressure on realizations/ margins for wind
turbine generators (WTGs); 3) Dependency on ISTS waiver for project
economics; 4) Technological changes leading to product obsolescence; 5) Delays
in project execution leading to slower-than-expected execution of order book;
6) Volatility in raw material prices, operational and overhead costs.
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STORY IN CHARTS
EBITDA and EBITDA margin trends Net sales growth over the years
48%
33%
-29% 13% 9%
-9%
5 9 8 10 16 25 37
60
-9 30 33 66 65 115 169 225
FY20 FY21 FY22 FY23 FY24 FY25E FY26E FY27E FY20 FY21 FY22 FY23 FY24 FY25E FY26E FY27E
ROE and ROCE over the years Net debt over the years (INR b)
20%
28%
25%
28%
33%
36%
36%
38%
0%
0%
96
66 59
-7%
-66%
-11%
15
-3 -7 -16 -30
FY20 FY21 FY22 FY23 FY24 FY25E FY26E FY27E FY20 FY21 FY22 FY23 FY24 FY25E FY26E FY27E
Adjusted PAT over the years (INR b) EV/EBITDA over the years
31
20
2 1 7 13
104
87 76
67
-7 48
30 21
-26
-47
FY20 FY21 FY22 FY23 FY24 FY25E FY26E FY27E FY20 FY21 FY22 FY23 FY24 FY25E FY26E FY27E
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Sharp increase in complex RE auctions (GW) Key return metrics across the RE auction segments
Type of Solar and Corporate Vanilla
Vanilla: Wind & Solar Complex Hybrid and others Firm Power
Project Hybrid PPAs Wind
Utility scale
GW currently
9.9 8-10 GW 30-35 GW projects > 25 5-6 GW
5.4x increase up for auction
MW
in auctions 23
No. of ~12-14 (Large ~4-5 (Large
4-5 ~6-8
competitors scale 6-8) scale 2-3)
2.4 2 9.7
4.2 29.4 9.6 Indicative Mid to low
1.4 13.2 0.9 High teens Mid-teens Low teens
9.6 6.5 6.6 range of IRRs teens
Central International
H1FY25
FY21
FY22
FY23
FY24 Counterparty/
bidding
Central +
and domestic
Central +
offtake GUVNL States
agencies corporates
Source: ReNew, MOFSL Source: ReNew, MOFSL
Hourly LCoE* comparison of Wind + Solar + Battery vs. Solar + PHP (INR per kWh)
INR/kWh LCoE for RTC using Solar + Hydro per kWh LCoE for RTC Battery + Wind + Solar per kWh
8.4
4.8
LCoE (PHP+Solar)
1.2
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
Hrs during the day
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45.9 48.2
40.4 42.6
37.7 39.2
34.0 35.6
32.3
26.8
21.0 23.4
FY14 FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18 FY19 FY20 FY21 FY22 FY23 FY24 Dec'24
Source: NPP, MOFSL
Wind
Others (11%)
(4%)
Source: Company, MOFSL
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83,385
71,814
68,640
62,036 64,639
60,149
52,666
46,004
33,768 33,029
FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18 FY19 FY20 FY21 FY22 FY23 FY24
Source: Directory Indian Wind Power -2024, MOFSL
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NTPC FDRE 2
SJVN FDRE 2 (1200MW) 19.8
(1200MW) SJVN FDRE 3 18.3
NHPC (1200MW) (1200MW) 17.1
NHPC (1500MW)
SECI FDRE 5 15.1
SECI FDRE 4 13.9 SJVN FDRE 4
(1000MW)
(1260MW) SECI FDRE 6 (1500MW)
11.5
SECI FDRE 1 (500MW) 10.5 (2000MW)
SECI FDRE 2 (1500MW)
7.1
SJVN FDRE 1
RUMSL (400MW)
(1500MW) 4.3
NTPC (3000MW)
3.5
1.5
SECI FDRE 3 (800MW)
Aug'23
May'24
Aug'24
Sep'23
Dec'23
Jan'24
Feb'24
Mar'24
Apr'24
Sep'24
Dec'24
Oct'23
Oct'24
Jul'23
Jul'24
Jun'23
Nov'23
Jun'24
Nov'24
Source: SECI, SJVN, JMK Research, MOFSL
Risks to grid stability from high solar penetration and low wind capacity: A
solar-heavy energy mix presents critical challenges to grid stability and
economic efficiency (excess solar energy from rooftop installations in Australia,
known as "solar spill," is causing grid instability and potential blackouts: Read
A solar-heavy energy mix more). Solar generation peaks during the day and drops to zero at night,
presents critical challenges
creating sharp fluctuations in supply. Hence, there is a need for balancing
to grid stability and
economic efficiency. resources like wind energy, which complements solar by peaking during
evenings, nights, and monsoon seasons. Without sufficient wind energy
capacity, the grid faces:
Instability: Steep ramp-up in demand on conventional power plants during solar
transitions increases operational complexity.
Higher costs: Battery storage remains costly at INR5-6/kWh per four-hour cycle
(assuming battery prices of USD175/kWh), nearly double the cost of wind,
making solar-plus-battery solutions less competitive.
Overreliance on storage: Limited wind generation forces greater dependence
on expensive energy storage systems to manage surplus solar generation and
ensure supply during non-solar hours.
Transmission inefficiencies: Peak solar generation strains transmission
networks, while non-solar periods underutilize infrastructure, adding to
inefficiencies.
Curtailment risks: Surplus solar generation during low-demand periods
increases curtailment risks, lowering overall system efficiency.
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Chinese and European players give strong competition: The strong growth in
the Indian market has attracted new entrants, particularly from China,
heightening competition. Chinese manufacturers, including Envision and SANY,
have gained traction by leveraging lower manufacturing costs, providing them
with a pricing advantage. As per media reports, Envision, has rapidly expanded
its presence in India, with ~1.5GW of installed capacity and 7.7GW of projects
awarded by 21 IPPs (Link). To support its growth trajectory, Envision has
established a robust manufacturing capacity, including 3GW for nacelles and
hubs in Pune and 2.5GW for blades across facilities in Trichy and Bengaluru.
These developments pose a significant challenge to established players like
SUEL, as they intensify price-based competition and bring additional capacity to
the market.
Adani, Reliance are new entrants in the wind manufacturing space: In the
equipment space, SUEL faces competition from both domestic and global
manufacturers. Indian competitor Inox Wind has raised significant equity capital
through its subsidiary Resco Global to diversify beyond EPC services. While SUEL
and Inox dominate the EPC segment, global manufacturers such as Siemens
Gamesa, Vestas and GE also have EPC capabilities, though we understand this is
not a focus area for them. Additionally, large energy developers like JSW Energy
and Adani are moving toward self-manufacturing turbines and providing their
own EPC services, further intensifying competition.
Exhibit 8: Status of domestic manufacturing capacity for the wind energy sector
Annual manufacturing capacity
Manufacturer Country of origin Turbine size (MW)
(MW)
SUEL India 2.1 - 3.0 4,500
Vestas Wind Technology Denmark 2.0 - 3.6 3,000
Siemens Gamesa Renewable Power Spain 2.0 - 3.6 4,000
Envision Wind Power Technologies China 2.5 - 3.3 1,000
Senvion Wind Technology Germany 2.3 - 2.7 1,000
Nordex India Spain 3.0 1,000
GE India USA 2.3 - 2.7 1,000
Inox India 2.0 - 3.0 1,000
Emergya Wind Turbine The Netherlands 1.0 250
Others 500
Total 17,250
Source: NITI Aayog, MOFSL
Exhibit 9: Domestic manufacturing capacity: Local & import share
Name of the Total manufacturing % cost share of wind
Imported by major OEMs (%
wind turbine capacity turbine generator 100% local content by OEMs
varying)
component (per annum) (WTG) setup
Towers 5200MW 26 Vestas, Inox, Envision, SUEL, GE Siemens, Gamesa
Vestas, Inox, Senvion, GE, Siemens,
Blades Not Available 22 -
Gamesa, SUEL, Envision
Gearbox 8000MW 12 SUEL, Siemens, Gamesa, GE Vestas, Envision, Inox, Senvion
Power
Not Available 5 GE, Siemens, Gamesa, Vestas, Inox Envision, SUEL, Senvion
Converters
Generators Not Available 4 SUEL, GE, Siemens, Gamesa Vestas, Envision, Inox, Senvion
GE, Siemens, Gamesa, Vestas, Inox, Envision (only Aux.
Transformers Not Available 4
Senvion, SUEL Transformer)
Castings 11590MW
Yaw Drives 10000MW
Pitch Drives 5000MW
27
Other (Main
Shaft, Rotor Not Available
bearing etc.)
Source: NITI Aayog, MOFSL
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Company overview
The Suzlon Group, a global leader in wind energy, has installed ~20.9GW of wind
energy capacity across 17 countries.
As of Dec’24, SUEL has As of Dec’24, SUEL has successfully installed 15GW of wind energy capacity in
successfully installed 15GW India, comprising more than 9,900 wind turbines. It holds a 31% market share of
of wind energy capacity in India’s total installed wind energy capacity. SUEL operates with a vertically
India and holds a 31%
integrated structure, boasting in-house R&D centers and world-class
market share of India’s total
manufacturing facilities in India.
installed wind energy
capacity. SUEL is also the country's No. 1 wind energy service company, managing ~15GW
of wind energy assets. Its product portfolio includes the 2MW and 3MW series
of wind turbines.
Suzlon Services: India’s leading wind energy service provider with 29 years of
expertise in the industry. With 2.5 million service hours and a diversified
portfolio ranging from 225kW to 3.x MW turbines, SUEL is supported by over
3,500 dedicated service professionals. The company offers specialized multi-
make turbine O&M services, providing maintenance, repairs, and technical
support across a range of wind turbine fleets from various OEMs, making SUEL a
comprehensive solution provider for the wind energy sector.
Product portfolio: SUEL provides a wide range of wind turbine products, from
2.1MW to 3.15MW, with customizable rotor diameters and tower heights to suit
different wind conditions. The portfolio also includes solutions designed for
integrating multiple RE sources.
The S120 – 140m variant with a 140-meter hub height and lattice-tubular tower
was launched in Dec’18, followed by the 120m hub height tubular tower variant
in Jan’19. This product range allows SUEL to access untapped wind sites in
challenging terrains. The S120 – 140m turbines demonstrate exceptional
performance, operating with over 98% availability.
SUEL's 3.x MW S144 wind turbine, with a capacity of up to 3.15MW, operates at
hub heights of 140 to 160 meters, making it India's tallest wind turbine. It
delivers 40-43% higher energy generation compared to previous models,
optimizing wind resources at higher altitudes and making low-wind sites viable.
Collaborating for wind energy integration across sectors: SUEL has collaborated
with over 1,900 customers, including independent power producers (IPPs), large
corporates, and public sector undertakings (PSUs) like ONGC, GAIL, and IPCL.
The company promotes wind energy adoption through partnerships with
industry bodies and municipal corporations, driving integration across sectors.
SE Forge leading in engineering component manufacturing: SE Forge, a
subsidiary of SUEL, is one of the largest manufacturers of engineering
components, supplying fully finished castings and forgings to some of the
world's leading OEMs across various industries, including wind turbines, power
generation, oil & gas, transportation, construction, aerospace, and heavy
machinery.
OMS supporting diverse customers: The OMS department of SUEL caters to a
diverse range of customer segments, including IPPs, large corporates, PSUs,
government entities, and retail customers. This broad customer base reflects
the company's ability to provide tailored O&M solutions across various sectors
and scales of operation.
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1%
13% Asia
4% Europe
4% Australia
2% South America
North America
76%
Africa
15.0
14.7
13.9
13.4
FY22
FY23
FY24
9MFY25
Source: Company, MOFSL
Exhibit 12: SUEL’s installation and market share over the years
Installation by Suzlon (GW) Market Share (%)
42
36
32
29 27
22
16 5
0.9
0.1 0.5
1.8 0.6 0.6 0.4 0.5
FY17
FY18
FY19
FY20
FY21
FY22
FY23
FY24
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FY22
FY23
FY24
Oct'24
Jun'24
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84% 87%
79%
67% 64% 65%
57%
12.3
6.6
1.8
-0.3 -0.4 -0.6 -0.8
-11.2
FY20
FY21
FY22
FY23
FY24
FY25E
FY26E
FY27E
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FY22
FY23
FY24
9MFY25
Source: Company, MOFSL
Exhibit 19: Renom’s revenue (INR b)
9MFY24
FY22
FY23
FY24
9MFY25
Source: Compnay, MOFSL
Exhibit 20: Renom’s assets spread across states (MW)
Tamil Nadu
Madhya
Pradesh
Rajasthan
Pradesh
Andhra
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OMS
31%
Sale of WTG
Foundry & Forging 62%
7%
977
882
808
664 710
459 495
241
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53.4
43.8 42.1
37.8
11.9
FY22
FY21
FY23
FY24
9MFY25
Source: Company, MOFSL
-20.3%
FY24
FY21
FY22
FY23
9MFY25
Source: Company, MOFSL
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Revenue EBITDA
7.4 7.2 7.2
5.8
9MFY25
FY22
FY23
FY24
Source: Company, MOFSL
Exhibit 26: Operating revenue & EBITDA from Foundry & Forging (INR b)
Revenue EBITDA
0.8 0.8
0.4 0.4
FY23
FY24
9MFY25
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Risks
Technological advancements: The wind energy sector is marked by rapid
innovations, driven by cost pressures. SUEL must continuously develop and
market innovative, cost-effective turbine technologies to sustain its competitive
edge in this dynamic and competitive industry.
ISTS waiver dependency: The Ministry of Power’s waiver of ISTS charges for RE
projects until Jun’25 has been crucial for project economics. Any discontinuation
of this incentive may deter open-access RE development, affecting SUEL’s
market opportunities.
Supply chain vulnerabilities: The manufacturing of wind turbines involves
complex supply chain logistics, with critical components such as gearboxes,
bearings, generators, converters, towers, and blades requiring long ramp-up
durations. Geopolitical disturbances and logistics disruptions further aggravate
delays, impacting cost and timelines.
Geographic and site-specific constraints: Wind energy potential is
geographically restricted to a few states, unlike solar energy, which is more
widely distributed. Ideal wind sites are often located in remote areas,
necessitating substantial investment in infrastructure and transmission
networks to deliver power to demand centers.
Challenges in project execution: Delays in securing land, statutory approvals,
and necessary infrastructure have historically plagued India's wind energy
sector, leading to time and cost overruns. Additional challenges include extreme
weather conditions, natural disasters, limited grid evacuation capacity,
unavailability of cranes, and land scarcity.
Competitive dynamics with IPPs: The growing market share of IPPs poses risks
to SUEL’s EPC business, as many IPPs increasingly adopt self-installation models
for wind equipment.
Infrastructure limitations: Insufficient grid capacity to handle large-scale wind
energy generation risks grid instability. Limited infrastructure for transmitting
power from remote wind sites to demand centers increases costs and delays.
Financial Strain on Discoms: Many state distribution companies in India face
financial distress. While SUEL does not engage directly with them, their poor
financial health could indirectly impact SUEL’s business volumes and future cash
flows, potentially damaging market perception.
Inflation and Cost Pressures: Volatile inflation in India could lead to increased
raw material, operational, and overhead costs, compressing margins. Sustained
high inflation could also elevate interest rates, impacting profitability and
product pricing.
Challenges in Scaling Execution: Despite its robust order book, SUEL’s execution
capacity has remained under 1 GW annually in recent years. Operational and
supply chain constraints could challenge its ability to scale execution effectively.
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SWOT analysis
A global leader in wind May need further India aims to grow its Rising competition from
energy with an installed backward integration into installed wind capacity to Chinese and European
wind energy capacity of wind technology as 100GW by 2030 from players.
~20.9GW across 17 competition from Chinese 48GW as of Dec’24. Potential pressure on
countries. and European players With complex tenders realizations and margins
India's top wind energy rises. likely to become the for WTGs.
service provider with the preferred model for RE Technological changes
highest installed capacity procurement in the future, leading to product
of ~15GW, operating with an established track obsolescence.
a vertically integrated record of installing and
structure, including in- operating wind assets is
house R&D and crucial for successfully
manufacturing facilities in executing such tenders.
India.
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Exhibit 31: Scenario analysis – Bull case Exhibit 32: Scenario analysis – Bear case
INR m FY25E FY26E FY27E INR m FY25E FY26E FY27E
Net revenue 1,20,049 1,82,476 2,45,888 Net revenue 1,03,519 1,43,152 1,83,638
EBITDA 17,836 28,895 42,024 EBITDA 11,360 17,555 24,659
PAT 14,454 23,960 36,864 PAT 7,841 12,424 19,266
Target price (INR) 83 Target price (INR) 43
Upside (%) 42% Downside (%) 26%
Source: MOFSL, Company Source: MOFSL, Company
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ESG initiatives
Environment
In FY24, nearly 35,486 saplings were planted, out of which 24,878 trees have
survived. Native species were planted as they adapt better to the surroundings.
SUEL installed nearly 11,963 bird conservation units like nests, water troughs
and bird feeders.
Suzlon Foundation remedied 1.12 million animals and planted almost 1.9 million
trees in an effort to restore the environment.
SUEL is committed to minimizing its environmental impact and contributing to a
sustainable future. Recognizing the challenges in wind turbine manufacturing
and installation, the company has invested in R&D to reduce environmental
effects across the concept-to-commissioning (C2C) process.
Social
SUEL is committed to empowering marginalized communities, with a strong
focus on women and girls, recognizing that their empowerment benefits the
entire families and villages.
Initiatives include life skills training for over 500 adolescents, self-defense
training for 40 girls, and digital media training for 235 women as part of the
Digital India initiative.
SUEL's CSR initiatives supplied 33 pieces of equipment and medicines valued
over INR0.3m to primary healthcare centers in its operational areas, benefiting
~14,400 patients.
In FY24, over 38,460 villagers benefited from various health interventions,
including mass awareness campaigns, specialized programs for marginalized
groups, and health screenings.
SUEL's strong relationships with local communities have been crucial to its
success. Community welfare programs in education and healthcare have
benefited 869 villages, reaching over 40 lakh villagers and 9 lakh households in
underserved areas. Continuous community engagement remains central to
SUEL’s CSR strategy for meaningful impact.
Governance
Transparent and ethical governance is the cornerstone of SUEL’s operations,
ensuring compliance with high regulatory standards across its diverse and
remote locations. The company is dedicated to continually enhancing its
governance framework and sustainability practices, including carbon reduction
strategies, monitoring materiality indicators, and engaging local communities
through human rights training.
SUEL prioritizes the ESG assessment of suppliers, recognizing their role in
sustainable growth. The Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report
highlights the company's commitment to ESG principles, aiming for a greener
and more inclusive future with long-lasting positive impacts.
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Management Overview
Mr. Vinod R. Tanti (Chairman and Managing Director, Suzlon Group)
Mr. Vinod, a founding member of SUEL, has been managing the key functions of
the company for over three decades. With a background in Civil Engineering, he
has held diverse roles, including COO at Senvion, Germany.
He has played a pivotal role in wind resource assessment, product design,
project execution, and lifecycle management, contributing significantly to SUEL’s
leadership in wind energy technology and services in India.
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