Vijay Kedia holds 7.39% stake: Robotic & automation company-ARAPL subsidiary, Humro wins major US order worth Rs 4.13 crore for autonomous robots
DSIJ Intelligence-1 / 06 Nov 2025/ Categories: Multibaggers, Trending
The stock is up by 16 per cent from its 52-week low of Rs 349.20 per share and gave multibagger returns of 460 per cent in 5 years.
On Thursday, shares of this multibagger robotic & automation company gained 0.54 per cent to Rs 252.95 per share from its previous closing of Rs 251.80 per share. The stock’s 52-week high is Rs 735 per share and its 52-week low is Rs 218.60 per share. The company has a market cap of over Rs 270 crore.
The buzzing stock name is Affordable Robotic & Automation Ltd.
Affordable Robotic and Automation Limited (ARAPL), India's first listed robotics company, has announced a significant win in the US market through its subsidiary, ARAPL RaaS (Humro). Humro has secured a major order to supply six new autonomous mobile robots to a leading US-based Logistics and warehouse management player on a two-year lease valued at Rs 4.13 crore. This contract is particularly notable as it marks Humro’s entry into a new product category and follows successful prototype trials at the client's facilities. The order is seen as a key first step that opens the door to potential large-scale deployments, with the client's two US warehouses potentially requiring 47–50 mobile robots each over the next two years.
The robots themselves are fully autonomous forklifts, engineered for safe, 24/7 operations, featuring LiDAR-based navigation, real-time obstacle detection, and precision control algorithms. These machines leverage ARAPL’s proprietary i-ware controller and use AI, advanced navigation, and swarm robotics to integrate seamlessly with existing Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and ERP platforms. This focus on intelligent automation aims to significantly improve client productivity while simultaneously driving down operational costs. This deal aligns perfectly with ARAPL's ambitious global vision, which is backed by a proposed investment of USD 8–10 million into Humro to accelerate its growth, including a USD 3 million personal interest-free loan from founder Mr Milind Padolee.
Founded in 2005 by Milind Padolee, ARAPL has grown from a Pune-based startup into a global automation powerhouse, boasting a 350,000 sq. ft. facility and a portfolio that includes over 7,000 industrial robots. After becoming India’s first listed robotics firm in 2018, the company continues to solidify its position at the forefront of the industry. With a strong R&D pipeline, nine patents, and three proprietary software platforms, ARAPL is well-equipped to capitalize on the worldwide fast-track adoption of automation. This major US order for autonomous forklifts underscores the company’s ability to compete on a global scale and drive the next era of intelligent manufacturing and logistics.
About the Company
Affordable Robotic & Automation Ltd. (ARAPL), established in 2005 and headquartered in Pune, India, is a leading provider of turnkey automation solutions for various industries. With over a decade of expertise, ARAPL serves a wide range of sectors, including automotive, non-automotive, general industries, and the government sector, extending its customer base across India, China, and other parts of Asia. The company specialises in industrial automation solutions such as line automation, robotic inspection stations, and automated assembly systems, with significant expertise in robotic welding cells and automated car parking systems. Spanning 120,000 square feet with over 250 employees, ARAPL has expanded its operations with multiple facilities, including a sales and service office in Faridabad and a new manufacturing facility in Wadki, Pune. In 2018, ARAPL achieved a significant milestone by being listed on the Indian stock exchange, marking its growth and success in the automation industry.
According to the consolidated annual results (FY25), reports net revenue of Rs 162.56 crore & net loss of Rs 11.65 crore. An Ace Investor, Vijay Kedia, owns 8,31,043 shares or a 7.39 per cent stake in the company as of information available on BSE. The stock is up by 16 per cent from its 52-week low of Rs 349.20 per share and gave multibagger returns of 460 per cent in 5 years.
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