SLR Group GmbH, a leading supplier of high-quality ductile iron components, has published its final, audited consolidated financial statements for fiscal year 25/26, revealing a significant increase in both sales volume and earnings. According to the figures released on October 6, 2026, the company generated net sales of EUR 213.3 million, up 10% from EUR 194.0 million in the previous fiscal year. A total of 107 kilotons of ductile iron components were sold, compared to 95 kilotons in fiscal year 24/25. Adjusted EBITDA rose slightly to EUR 17.8 million, a 3% increase from EUR 17.3 million, while the adjusted EBITDA margin reached 8.4%, down from 9.0% in the prior year. Unadjusted EBITDA amounted to EUR 15.9 million, compared to EUR 15.6 million.
The results underscore SLR Group's ability to expand volumes in a challenging market environment, though margin pressure remains evident. The company's focus for the new fiscal year is on improving operational efficiency at its Elsterheide site. CFO Gunnar Halden commented, "Our focus in the new fiscal year is clearly on the Elsterheide site. With targeted measures to optimize our production processes, we aim to increase operational efficiency there and adapt even better to the shifting product mix. Elsterheide will thus become a key driver in improving our margin as volumes rise."
For fiscal year 26/27, SLR Group expects total production and tons sold to range from 115 to 120 kilotons, with net sales projected between EUR 235 million and EUR 245 million. Adjusted EBITDA is forecast at EUR 20 million to EUR 22 million. The outlook assumes that production volume at the Elsterheide site will increase by at least 15% compared to the previous year. CEO Jörg Rumikewitz stated, "The start to the new fiscal year was still subdued. The measures we have initiated to optimize production processes are taking effect step by step - in line with our planning, we expect a significantly stronger second half of the fiscal year. Despite a persistently challenging agricultural market, and with construction expected to stabilize at the same time, we remain confident about the new fiscal year. We aim to consistently increase our output and further expand our business with key customers."
The news is significant for stakeholders in the industrial and automotive sectors, as SLR Group supplies ductile iron components primarily for large off-highway agricultural, infrastructure, and construction equipment. Its performance offers a barometer for these end markets, which have faced headwinds. The company's ability to grow sales while managing costs could signal resilience and potential opportunities for investors and partners. The final, audited annual report for 25/26 is available on the company website at slr-gruppe.de/en/investor-relations. SLR Group, headquartered in St. Leon-Rot, Germany, operates four production facilities in Germany, Hungary, and the Czech Republic and employs more than 700 people. The company has a EUR 75 million bond listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange and Nasdaq Stockholm. For further details, view the original release on www.newmediawire.com.
