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Strong improvement in group adjusted EBITA, solid growth in group sales and service orders with comparable currencies

Strong improvement in group adjusted EBITA, solid growth in group sales and service orders with comparable currencies
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Strong improvement in group adjusted EBITA, solid growth in group sales and service orders with comparable currencies

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Overview: The Q1 2018 interim report for Konecranes highlights significant improvements in group adjusted EBITA and growth in sales and service orders, adjusted for currency fluctuations. The transition to IFRS 15 affected the restatement of 2017 figures.
First Quarter Highlights: Order intake decreased by 7.0% to EUR 683.1 million, sales decreased by 1.7% to EUR 672.8 million, and adjusted EBITA improved to EUR 37.2 million, representing 5.5% of sales. Operating profit was EUR 23.8 million, with earnings per share at EUR 0.11. Free cash flow was negative at EUR -2.2 million.
Demand Outlook: Demand in Europe remains stable, with improvements in North America and Asia-Pacific. Global container throughput growth remains high, with stable prospects for small and medium-sized orders.
Financial Guidance: Sales for 2018 are expected to be at or above 2017 levels, with an improved adjusted EBITA margin.
Market Review: Global manufacturing activity expanded, though growth eased towards the end of the period. The Eurozone showed signs of slowing due to capacity constraints, while the US manufacturing sector showed strong growth. BRIC countries experienced modest expansion.
Orders and Sales: Orders received decreased by 7.0%, with a 2.6% decrease on a comparable currency basis. The order book decreased by 1.8%, but increased by 2.7% on a comparable currency basis. Sales decreased by 1.7%, but increased by 3.9% on a comparable currency basis.
Financial Results: Adjusted EBITA increased by EUR 6.1 million to EUR 37.2 million, with improvements in all business areas. The operating profit included restructuring costs, and the previous year's profit was impacted by a capital gain from a divestment.
CEO Commentary: CEO Panu Routila highlighted the successful integration of MHPS, progress in cost-saving measures, and investments in R&D and IT to enhance technological leadership and competitiveness. The company expects continued strong performance in the US and stable conditions in container handling.
Financial Performance: Earnings per share were EUR 0.11, with a return on capital employed at 5.4% and return on equity at 3.2%. The adjusted return on capital employed was 10.7%.
Balance Sheet: As of March 2018, the consolidated balance sheet was EUR 3,488.2 million, with total equity at EUR 1,198.0 million. Net working capital was EUR 260.3 million, adjusted to EUR 354.9 million for unpaid dividends.
Orders and Sales: Orders received in Q1 2018 were EUR 683.1 million, a 7% decrease from the previous year. Net sales were EUR 672.8 million, a 1.7% decrease.
Cash Flow and Financing: Net cash from operating activities was EUR 3.4 million. Cash flow before financing activities was EUR -1.1 million. Interest-bearing net debt was EUR 524.3 million.
Capital Expenditure: Capital expenditure was EUR 8.6 million, mainly in machinery, equipment, and IT.
Acquisitions and Divestments: No capital expenditure for acquisitions. Konecranes divested its Machine Tool Service business in the USA, receiving EUR 1.1 million.
Personnel: The Group had an average of 16,278 employees, with a net decrease of 186 people during the quarter.
Business Areas: Service: Orders decreased by 3.2% to EUR 238.5 million. Sales decreased by 6.7% to EUR 266.4 million. Adjusted EBITA margin improved to 12.7% due to cost-saving measures. Industrial Equipment: Orders increased by 0.3% to EUR 271.6 million. Sales decreased by 0.4% to EUR 248.6 million. Adjusted EBITA margin improved to 2.7%. Port Solutions: Orders decreased by 8.5% to EUR 226.2 million. Sales increased by 10.6% to EUR 200.6 million. Adjusted EBITA margin improved to 3.1%.
Group Overheads: Unallocated Group overhead costs were EUR -9.4 million, primarily due to changes in accounting practices.
Administration: The Annual General Meeting approved the annual accounts for 2017, a dividend of EUR 1.20 per share, and the re-election of several Board members. The AGM authorized the Board to repurchase up to 7,500,000 shares and to issue shares up to the same amount.
Consolidated Balance Sheet:
  • Non-current Assets: Total non-current assets decreased from EUR 2,091.5 million in 2017 to EUR 1,990.1 million in 2018. Key components include goodwill, intangible assets, and property, plant, and equipment.
  • Current Assets: Total current assets decreased from EUR 1,796.7 million in 2017 to EUR 1,498.1 million in 2018. This includes inventories, accounts receivable, and cash equivalents.
  • Total Assets: Total assets decreased from EUR 3,888.3 million in 2017 to EUR 3,488.2 million in 2018.
Equity and Liabilities:
  • Equity: Total equity decreased from EUR 1,250.0 million in 2017 to EUR 1,198.0 million in 2018. This includes share capital, share premium, and retained earnings.
  • Liabilities: Total liabilities decreased from EUR 2,638.3 million in 2017 to EUR 2,290.2 million in 2018. This includes both non-current and current liabilities.
Cash Flow Statement:
  • Operating Activities: Net cash from operating activities decreased from EUR 93.6 million in 2017 to EUR 3.4 million in 2018.
  • Investing Activities: Net cash used in investing activities was EUR -4.6 million in 2018, compared to EUR -505.2 million in 2017.
  • Financing Activities: Net cash used in financing activities was EUR -32.6 million in 2018, compared to EUR 639.5 million in 2017.
Corporate Information: Konecranes Plc is a Finnish company listed on NASDAQ Helsinki, specializing in cranes and lifting equipment. It operates globally with three business areas: Service, Industrial Equipment, and Port Solutions.
Accounting Policies: The report follows IFRS standards, with new standards IFRS15, IFRS9, and IFRS2 applied from January 1, 2018. These standards affect revenue recognition, financial instruments, and share-based payments.
Segment Information:
  • Orders and Sales: Orders received totaled EUR 683.1 million in 2018, with sales at EUR 672.8 million. The Service segment accounted for 37% of sales, Industrial Equipment 35%, and Port Solutions 28%.
  • Profitability: Adjusted EBITA was EUR 37.2 million, with the Service segment contributing the most at EUR 33.8 million.
Financial Overview: The document provides a detailed financial analysis for the period ending March 31, 2018, compared to previous periods. Key financial metrics include sales, liabilities, personnel distribution, and financial assets and liabilities.
Sales and Liabilities: Sales by business area show a slight decrease from the previous year, with total sales at 3,488.2 MEUR in Q1 2018 compared to 3,888.3 MEUR in Q1 2017. The Service segment remains the largest contributor, followed by Industrial Equipment and Port Solutions. Business segment liabilities total 2,290.2 MEUR, with significant unallocated items.
Personnel Distribution: The total number of personnel decreased slightly to 16,185 by the end of Q1 2018. The Service segment employs the largest percentage of personnel, followed by Industrial Equipment and Port Solutions.
Orders and Order Book: Orders received in Q1 2018 totaled 683.1 MEUR, with the Industrial Equipment segment receiving the highest orders. The order book at the end of Q1 2018 was 1,575.8 MEUR.
Geographical Sales: Sales are predominantly from the EMEA region, accounting for 52% of total sales, followed by the Americas and APAC regions.
Contract Assets and Liabilities: Net sales recognized under the percentage of completion method amounted to 90.1 MEUR in Q1 2018. Advances received totaled 333.6 MEUR.
Impairments and Restructuring Costs: No impairments were recorded in Q1 2018. Restructuring costs amounted to 4.0 MEUR, primarily in personnel costs and other operating expenses.
Income Taxes: Total income taxes for Q1 2018 were 3.2 MEUR, a significant decrease from 28.8 MEUR in Q1 2017.
Key Financial Ratios: Earnings per share dropped significantly to 0.11 EUR. The return on equity and return on capital employed also saw substantial declines.
Financial Assets and Liabilities: Current financial assets totaled 732.4 MEUR, while financial liabilities were 954.4 MEUR. Interest-bearing net debt was 524.3 MEUR.
Guarantees and Contingent Liabilities: Guarantees related to commercial obligations totaled 535.5 MEUR. Various legal actions are pending, but they are not expected to have a material adverse impact on the financial condition of the Group.
Exchange Rates: The document provides period-end and average exchange rates for several currencies, noting significant changes compared to previous periods.
Financial Overview: The company maintains a weighted average interest rate of 1.36% per annum on its loans and bonds, with a healthy interest-bearing net debt/equity ratio of 43.8%, complying with bank covenants. No specific securities are pledged for these loans.
Derivatives and Fair Value Measurement: Derivatives are recorded at fair value on the balance sheet. Non-hedge derivatives' fair value changes are recognized in the income statement, while hedge-designated derivatives' effective changes are recognized in other comprehensive income. Foreign exchange contracts and interest rate swaps are measured using observable market rates and yield curves.
Financial Assets and Liabilities: As of March 31, 2018, the carrying and fair values of financial assets and liabilities are closely aligned due to short-term maturities. The total financial assets amount to EUR 732.4 million, while liabilities total EUR 954.4 million.
Fair Value Hierarchy: Financial instruments are categorized into levels based on valuation inputs. As of March 31, 2018, derivative financial instruments are primarily Level 2, indicating valuation based on observable inputs.
Hedge Activities: The company uses foreign exchange forward and option contracts as cash flow hedges for forecasted transactions in USD, which are highly probable. Hedge effectiveness is regularly assessed, with any ineffectiveness recognized in profit or loss.
Related Party Transactions: The company engages in sales and purchases with associated companies and significant shareholders, with notable transactions recorded in the first quarter of 2018.
Corporate Information: Konecranes is a leading provider of lifting solutions, with 16,200 employees across 50 countries. The company is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki, with significant sales and a broad customer base in various industries.
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Strong improvement in group adjusted EBITA, solid growth in group sales and service orders with comparable currencies-1

KONEORANES' Lifting Businesses™ Interim Report January-March 2018 Strong improvement in group adjusted EBITA, solid growth in group sales and service orders with comparable currencies

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Interim Report January-March 2018 Strong improvement in group adjusted EBITA, solid growth in group sales and service orders with comparable currencies Konecranes applied the full retrospective approach in IFRS 15 transition, and the numbers for the periods in 2017 have been restated. Please refer to note 4 for more details on the implementation of IFRS 15 and other significant accounting policies. Figures in brackets, unless otherwise stated, refer to the same period a year earlier. FIRST QUARTER HIGHLIGHTS • Order intake EUR 683.1 million (734.5), -7.0 percent (-2.6 percent on a comparable...

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Interim Report January-March 2018 1) Excluding adjustments, see also note 11 in the summary financial statements 2) Excluding adjustments and purchase price allocation amortization, see also note 11 in the summary financial statements 3) ROCE excluding adjustments, see also note 11 in the summary financial statements 4) See also note 4 in the summary financial statements for additional info

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Interim Report January–March 2018 President and CEO Panu Routila: “The first quarter was a good start to the year in several ways. To begin with, the integration of MHPS progresses well and according to our plan, which gives us additional confidence that we will reach our planned EBIT-level run rate synergies of EUR 140 million at the end of 2019. As of end-Q1, approximately EUR 63 million of the targeted run rate savings has been implemented. Our progress is clearly visible in our Group adjusted EBITA-margin, which improved 1.0 percentage point to 5.5 percent year-on-year. USD has depreciated...

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Interim Report January–March 2018 Konecranes Plc Interim report January–March 2018 Konecranes applied the full retrospective approach in IFRS 15 transition, and the numbers for the periods in 2017 have been restated. Please refer to note 4 for more details on the implementation of IFRS 15 and other significant accounting policies. Note: Unless otherwise stated, the figures in brackets in the sections below refer to the same period in the previous year. MARKET REVIEW Activity in the world’s manufacturing sector, according to the aggregated JPMorgan Global Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index...

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Interim Report January-March 2018 Change % at Change comparable percent currency rates Orders received, MEUR Net sales, MEUR FINANCIAL RESULT In January-March, the Group adjusted EBITA increased by EUR 6.1 million to EUR 37.2 million (31.1). The adjusted EBITA margin improved to 5.5 percent (4.5). The adjusted EBITA margin in Service improved to 12.7 percent (11.7), in Industrial Equipment to 2.7 percent (-0.2) and in Port Solutions to 3.1 (1.4). The improvement in the Group adjusted EBITA was mainly attributable to the synergy cost saving measures implemented in 2017, which were enough to offset low...

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Interim Report January–March 2018 CASH FLOW AND FINANCING Net cash from operating activities in January–March was EUR 3.4 million (93.6). Cash flow before financing activities was EUR -1.1 million (-411.6). This included divestments of EUR 1.1 million (222.5) and capital expenditures of EUR -5.7 million (-5.7). At the end of March 2018, interest-bearing net debt was EUR 524.3 million (535.6). The equity to assets ratio was 38.0 percent (35.5) and the gearing 43.8 percent (42.9). At the end of the first quarter, cash and cash equivalents amounted to EUR 198.3 million (423.6). None of the Group’s...

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Interim Report January-March 2018 Change % at Change comparable 1-3/2018 1-3/2017 percent currency rates 1-12/2017 1 Excluding adjustments and purchase price allocation amortization In Service, January-March orders received totaled EUR 238.5 million (246.3), corresponding to a decrease of 3.2 percent. On a comparable currency basis, orders received increased 4.5 percent, largely due to an increase in modernizations. The order book decreased 2.6 percent to EUR 212.0 million (217.6). On a comparable currency basis, the order book increased 6.1 percent. Sales decreased 6.7 percent to EUR 266.4...

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Interim Report January-March 2018 Orders received, MEUR Order book, MEUR Net sales, MEUR Change % at Change comparable percent currency rates Adjusted EBITA, MEUR 1) Adjusted EBITA, % 1) Purchase price allocation amortization, MEUR Adjustments,MEUR Operating profit (EBIT), MEUR Operating profit (EBIT), % 1 Excluding adjustments and purchase price allocation amortization In Industrial Equipment, January-March orders received totaled EUR 271.6 million (270.7), corresponding to an increase of 0.3 percent. On a comparable currency basis, orders received increased 5.1 percent. Internal orders increased...

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Interim Report January-March 2018 Change % at Change comparable 1-3/2018 1-3/2017 percent currency rates 1-12/2017 1 Excluding adjustments and purchase price allocation amortization In Port Solutions, January-March orders received totaled EUR 226.2 million (247.1), corresponding to a decrease of 8.5 percent. On a comparable currency basis, orders received decreased by 6.9 percent. Orders fell in the EMEA and the Americas, primarily due to the timing of projects, impacting the orders for heavier container handling equipment. Orders increased in the APAC. Orders for Ports Solutions service increased...

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Interim Report January–March 2018 Group overheads Adjusted unallocated Group overhead costs and eliminations were EUR -9.4 million (-4.5), representing -1.4 percent of sales (-0.7). The increase was primarily due to the alignment of accounting practices following the MHPS acquisition, along with a change in allocations from the beginning of 2018, where approximately EUR 4 million of cost on an annual basis is allocated to unallocated Group overheads instead of Business Areas. Unallocated Group overhead costs and eliminations in the reporting period were EUR -11.1 million (204.2), representing...

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