HAL registers record revenue of Rs 29,810 crore in FY24

Bengaluru: Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) recorded the highest-ever revenue from operations of over Rs 29,810 crore (provisional and unaudited) for the financial year ended on March 31, 2024. The corresponding figure for the previous year was Rs 26,928 crore.

The Bengaluru-headquartered defence PSU has registered double digit growth of around 11%, as against 9% in the previous financial year.

“Despite major supply chain challenges arising due to geopolitical issues, the company has met the expected revenue growth with improved performance for the entire year. As on March 31, 2024, the company’s order book stands in excess of Rs 94,000 crore with additional major orders expected during FY 2024-25,” said C.B. Ananthakrishnan, CMD (additional charge), HAL.

The defence PSU has received fresh manufacturing contracts of over Rs 19,000 crore, and Repair and Overhaul (ROH) contracts of over Rs 16,000 crore during FY 2023-24.

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An export contract with Guyana defence forces for supply of two Hindustan 228 aircraft was signed in the current FY 2023-24. Both the aircraft have been supplied in record time within a month of signing of contract.

A significant milestone was the maiden flight of the first production series fighter of LCA Mk1A on March 28.

A joint venture — SAFHAL Helicopter Engines Private Limited — was formed with Safran Helicopter Engines of France for indigenous design and development of engines for Indian multi-role helicopter and deck-based multi-role helicopter.

HAL and Airbus signed a contract for establishing an MRO facility for the A320 family of aircraft in New Delhi. This collaboration will strengthen Make-in-India mission, and also enhance export potential.

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