Expolanka Holdings steadfast in posting stabilised Q3 results

• Achieves first 9 months revenue of Rs. 491 b, Gross Profit of Rs. 85.9 b and Net Profit of Rs. 32 b
• Declines in international trade slows Q3 FY revenue to Rs. 94.2 b, Gross Profit to Rs. 20.6 b and Profit After Tax to Rs. 3 b

Expolanka Holdings PLC has recorded a steady nine-month performance as at 31 December 2022 amidst declines in the overall global markets. 

Reflecting the underlying strength of its business and success in pursuing a consolidated strategy, the combined nine-month performance delivered a strong endorsement in overcoming challenges in the macro environment with Year-to-Date Revenue of Rs. 491 billion, Gross Profit Rs. 85.9 billion and Net Profit Rs. 32 billion. International business continued to generate above 95% in contribution, demonstrating the robust earning potential of the company.

However, declines in international trade moderated Q3 FY 2022 earnings, recording a Revenue of Rs. 94.2 billion, Gross Profit of Rs. 20.6 billion and a Profit after Tax of Rs. 3.0 billion. 

In a statement, Expolanka said contributing to company earnings was the logistics sector which navigated the challenging macro-economic environment and adopted longer-term strategies concentrating on business fundamentals. For Q3, the sector posted a Revenue of Rs. 92 billion, Gross Profit of Rs. 19.9 billion and Profit after Tax of Rs. 2.7 billion delivering a YTD Profit after tax of Rs. 30.1 billion.

Impacting revenues were a reduction in operating volumes across Air Freight and Ocean Freight products due to the overall slowdown in global trade volumes on grounds of high inventory levels, inflationary fears and the global energy crisis. The Air Freight business encountered a relatively larger impact due to challenging market conditions resulting in weakening demand and reduced volumes.

Focusing on increased customer penetration, developing partner networks and enhanced competencies, the company was successful in gaining cumulative progress in the Ocean Freight product.

The North American trade lane continues to remain the critical business driver for Expolanka, while the European and Intra-Asia companies remained resilient.

Reinforcing growth and sustaining improved margins was also due to the company’s focus on strengthening customer relationships, attracting selective new customers and engaging in proactive procurement strategies.

Key EFL origins also delivered strong results, reflecting the success of the infrastructure investments made into these markets.

The Group’s stabilized nine-month performance was also aided by the continued resurgence in the leisure sector. In Q3 the sector delivered a Revenue of Rs. 725 million, Gross profit of Rs. 578 million and Profit after tax of Rs. 202 million by strengthening its market position focusing on efficient procurement and operational excellence.

Recording a revenue of Rs. 1.6 billion and a Profit after Tax of Rs. 41 million, the Group’s investment sector remained steady making progress across its business portfolios.

“Despite the global macro environment remaining uncertain and challenging in the future, Expolanka aims to forge ahead, unwavering in its approach to deliver on earmarked strategic initiatives building on its strong performance,” the statement said. 

“The company stands persistent towards generating accelerated growth and innovation while remaining true to its core values by reaffirming its long-term commitment and challenging the status quo to seize opportunities in the market that would predominantly secure its position as a market leader,” it added.