Introduction:
Leading Maharatna company has announced strategic partnerships to advance hydrogen-based mobility and aviation. These initiatives include developing a hydrogen-powered VTOL aviation ecosystem, launching hydrogen fuel cell buses, and fostering innovation in energy efficiency and city gas distribution through a dedicated startup program.
Share price movement of BPCL:
On March 19, 2025, Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) opened at ₹263.80, up 0.63% from its previous close of ₹262.15. The stock reached a high of ₹266.35 (1.60%) and a low of ₹263.00. By 10:07 AM, it traded at ₹265.40, a 1.24% increase, with a market cap of ₹1,15,142.97 crore.
BPCL Expands Hydrogen Mobility & Aviation:
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) has announced major partnerships to advance hydrogen-based mobility and aviation. Collaborating with BluJ Aerospace, ANERT, and CIAL, BPCL aims to develop the world’s first hydrogen-powered VTOL aviation ecosystem, supporting India’s Net Zero goals and sustainable air mobility.
In another key initiative, BPCL partnered with KPIT Technologies to enhance hydrogen-based mobility in Kerala. The collaboration will introduce hydrogen fuel cell buses between Kochi and Trivandrum, backed by BPCL’s Hydrogen Refueling Stations. This pilot project aligns with the National Green Hydrogen Mission for clean transportation.
BPCL also launched the ‘Emerge’ cohort under its Ankur Fund to foster innovation in Energy Efficiency and City Gas Distribution (CGD). The program invites startups to develop solutions for energy optimization, sustainability, and smart metering, reinforcing BPCL’s commitment to a greener future.
Recent news on BPCL:
As of January 22, 2025, BPCL posted a 19.6% YoY rise in Q3 FY25 net profit to ₹3,805.94 crore. Revenue declined 1.87% YoY to ₹1,27,551 crore, while expenses fell 3% to ₹1,22,696 crore. Sequentially, net profit surged 66%, reflecting strong growth.
Stock performance of BPCL for Period of 1 week, 6 months, and 1 year:
BPCL’s stock declined 1.55% over the past week, reflecting short-term volatility. Over six months, it saw a 20.8% drop, while the one-year return stood at -5.98%, indicating sustained pressure despite recent gains in quarterly profits and operational growth.
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Shareholding pattern of BPCL:
| Particulars | Dec 2024 | Sep 2024 | Jun 2024 |
| Promoter | 53.00% | 53.00% | 53.00% |
| FII | 15% | 15% | 15% |
| DII | 23% | 23% | 22% |
| Public | 9.10% | 8.60% | 9.70% |
About BPCL:
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd. (NSE: BPCL), a Fortune Global 500 company, is India’s second-largest oil marketing firm. With integrated operations across refining and marketing, it aims for sustainability, expanding EV infrastructure, and achieving Net Zero Energy by 2040.
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