Transport Services
Seamec Limited provides offshore oilfield and diving support vessel services in India and internationally. The company's services include ROV operation support; inspection, maintenance, removal, and re-installation of single buoy moorings; pigging and retrieval of pigs; de burial and non-destructive testing of pipelines; location and arrest of gas leaks; replacement of caisson pipes and riser sections; installation and removal of risers; crossings and free span corrections; installation of riser clamps and anodes; flare booms repair; inspections and maintenance of PLEMs and pipelines; blowout control; and installation of flexible pipeline. It engages in charter, ship management and operation; and operates shipping lines of freight and passenger transportation, as well as undertakes EPC tunnel projects, including road, railway, metro, soft ground, and water tunnels. Seamec Limited was formerly known as South East Asia Marine Engineering & Construction Limited and changed its name to Seamec Limited in June 2007. The company was incorporated in 1986 and is based in Mumbai, India. Seamec Limited is a subsidiary of HAL Offshore Limited.
Summary of Seamec's latest earnings call, featuring management's outlook on business performance, financial results, and analyst Q&A sessions that highlight key strategic initiatives and market challenges.
Last updated: Feb 25
Management provided a positive outlook, emphasizing growth opportunities in India's offshore oil/gas sector driven by rising energy demand, refinery capacity expansion (22% projected), and the government's recent bid round for 25 offshore blocks. They expect delayed Q3 contracts to materialize in upcoming quarters, driving future performance. Key points:
1. Fleet Expansion & Contracts:
2. Strategic Growth Drivers:
3. Financial Recovery:
4. Industry Tailwinds:
Management remains confident in overcoming near-term challenges, citing contracted visibility, fleet upgrades, and favorable sector dynamics for sustained growth.
Last updated: Feb 25
Question: Sir, can you please share the charter rate at which Seamec Swordfish were deployed?
Answer: The Seamec Swordfish secured a two-year contract at $78,000 per day. Rates were publicly disclosed via stock exchanges.
Question: Do you have an update on the NPP Nusantara and PEARL vessels?
Answer: NPP Nusantara's acquisition is underway, with delivery expected by July/August 2025. PEARL's acquisition is paused due to issues with the seller.
Question: What caused delays in Q3 contract orders, and will future performance be affected?
Answer: Delays stemmed from postponed project starts and Seamec II's breakdown. Management is confident in executing contracts in upcoming quarters, with most vessels now on multi-year charters.
Question: What is the revenue potential and timeline for the Seamec Anant acquisition?
Answer: Seamec Anant, acquired for $70M, has a 23-year lifespan and is projected to generate ~Rs.135 crore/year. The deal will close by Q2 FY26, funded via equity, debt, and internal accruals.
Question: Are any vessels scheduled for dry-docking, and will this impact revenue?
Answer: Seamec Paladin and Seamec II will undergo dry-docking in 2025. Downtime is minimized through scheduling during idle periods or factored into contracts.
Question: How will the new OALP-X oil/gas bid rounds benefit Seamec?
Answer: Increased exploration in India's offshore blocks will drive demand for subsea services. Seamec expects long-term growth from installation and maintenance contracts tied to new developments.
Question: Why did the overseas segment report a Rs.14 crore loss?
Answer: Losses arose from depreciation, interest costs in Seamec UK, and forex fluctuations. The company aims to reduce overseas losses through operational improvements.
Question: What is the outlook for Q4 FY25 and beyond?
Answer: All vessels are operational, and new contracts (e.g., Swordfish) will drive Q4 performance. FY26 growth is anticipated with vessel acquisitions and sustained demand.
Question: How does Seamec mitigate vessel breakdown risks?
Answer: Rigorous maintenance, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with clients ensure minimal disruptions. Repairs are prioritized during idle periods.
Question: What are the capex and debt projections for the next 2-3 years?
Answer: Capex for Nusantara and Anant totals ~Rs.800 crore. Debt will peak at Rs.500 crore in FY26, repaid via cash flows. ROCE for Anant is projected at 14% with a 6-year payback.
Question: What caused the Rs.10 crore forex loss?
Answer: MTM losses from USD/INR and GBP/INR fluctuations on dollar-denominated loans and UK subsidiary transactions. Rates are expected to stabilize, reversing some impacts.
Question: Can you explain Seamec III's new contract details?
Answer: Seamec III secured a $2.47M contract with Asian Energy Services for East Coast operations. It operates on short-term EPC contracts rather than long-term charters.
Question: How sustainable are current charter rates for vessel renewals?
Answer: Rates depend on market conditions, but Seamec aims to align renewals with current highs (~$78,000/day) where possible.
Question: What is the status of Seamec Diamond post-repairs?
Answer: Seamec Diamond resumed operations with ONGC in November 2024. Its lower day rate (~Rs.45,000) minimizes revenue impact, with full deployment expected ahead.
Question: How is Seamec expanding internationally?
Answer: The Swordfish contract in Saudi Arabia reflects global demand. The UK office (delayed) will target European/African markets, with growth tied to profitable opportunities.
Buy Backs: Company has bought back it's stock in the past which is a good thing.
Profitability: Recent profitability of 14% is a good sign.
Balance Sheet: Strong Balance Sheet.
Momentum: Stock is suffering a negative price momentum. Stock is down -4.2% in last 30 days.
Technicals: SharesGuru indicator is Bearish.
Smart Money: Smart money looks to be reducing their stake in the stock.
Comprehensive comparison against sector averages
SEAMECLTD metrics compared to Transport
Category | SEAMECLTD | Transport |
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PE | 23.98 | 36.27 |
PS | 3.36 | 2.04 |
Growth | 6.9 % | 9.1 % |
SEAMECLTD vs Transport (2021 - 2025)
Analysis of Seamec's financial performance, highlighting revenue trends, growth patterns, and key metrics through quarterly analysis.
Last Updated: Dec 31, 2024
Description | Share | Value |
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Domestic | 88.8% | 132.7 Cr |
Overseas | 11.2% | 16.7 Cr |
Total | 149.3 Cr |
Investor Care | |
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Dividend Yield | 0.08% |
Dividend/Share (TTM) | 1 |
Shares Dilution (1Y) | 0.00% |
Diluted EPS (TTM) | 39.06 |
Financial Health | |
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Current Ratio | 1.93 |
Debt/Equity | 0.24 |
Debt/Cashflow | 0.49 |
Valuation | |
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Market Cap | 2.38 kCr |
Price/Earnings (Trailing) | 23.85 |
Price/Sales (Trailing) | 3.34 |
EV/EBITDA | 9.43 |
Price/Free Cashflow | -18.51 |
MarketCap/EBT | 23.03 |
Fundamentals | |
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Revenue (TTM) | 712.04 Cr |
Rev. Growth (Yr) | -36.39% |
Rev. Growth (Qtr) | 26.38% |
Earnings (TTM) | 99.63 Cr |
Earnings Growth (Yr) | -105.72% |
Earnings Growth (Qtr) | -2.12% |
Profitability | |
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Operating Margin | 13.26% |
EBT Margin | 14.49% |
Return on Equity | 10.32% |
Return on Assets | 7.57% |
Free Cashflow Yield | -5.4% |
Understand Seamec ownership landscape with insights into key distribution patterns, offering investors a clear view of stakeholder dynamics.
Shareholder Name | Holding % |
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HAL OFFSHORE LIMITED | 70.36% |
NIPPON LIFE INDIA TRUSTEE LTD-A/C NIPPON INDIA SMALL CAP FUND | 3.58% |
LEGENDS GLOBAL OPPORTUNITIES (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD. | 2.19% |
Trusts | 2.17% |
SANJEEV AGRAWAL | 1.56% |
LIC MF FLEXI CAP FUND | 1.43% |
INEVSCO INDIA SMALLCAP FUND | 1.22% |
INVESTOR EDUCATION AND PROTECTION FUND AUTHORITY MINISTRY OF CORPORATE AFFAIRS | 1.18% |
PUESH KUMAR GUPTA | 1.1% |
Clearing Members | 0.39% |
DEEPTI AGRAWAL | 0.39% |
Distribution across major stakeholders
Distribution across major institutional holders
Detailed comparison of Seamec against industry peers, highlighting key financial metrics, valuation ratios, and performance indicators to provide competitive context within the sector.
Ticker | Name | Mkt Cap | Revenue | Price %, 1M | Returns, 1Y | P/E | P/S | Rev 1-Yr | Inc 1-Yr |
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GESHIP | Great Eastern Shipping Co.Shipping | 12.97 kCr | 6.51 kCr | -2.52% | -16.69% | 4.49 | 1.99 | +13.36% | +18.72% |
SCI | Shipping Corp Of IndiaShipping | 8.23 kCr | 5.91 kCr | +6.95% | -23.89% | 8.53 | 1.39 | +13.56% | +28.49% |
DEEPINDS | Deep IndustriesOffshore Support SolutionDrilling | 2.95 kCr | 566.28 Cr | -8.08% | +58.52% | 17.91 | 5.21 | +28.60% | +2.39% |
GLOBOFFS | Global Offshore ServicesShipping | 283.81 Cr | 40 Cr | -8.15% | +82.90% | 5.64 | 6.7 | -8.47% | -91.18% |
ABAN | Aban OffshoreOffshore Support SolutionDrilling | 229.32 Cr | 694.57 Cr | +6.45% | -44.03% | -0.24 | 0.33 | +76.43% | +28.61% |