Incap Corporation’s President and CEO Otto Pukk
As anticipated, the year started on a cautious note, with some improvement in our second-quarter revenue and EBIT. However, we adjusted our outlook due to the weak US dollar and Indian rupee exchange rates. We had expected the market to gain clarity regarding the US tariffs and other policies of the new US administration by now, but this has not happened, and some customers are delaying their projects.
In the first half of the year, our revenue and EBIT were somewhat below last year’s levels, impacted by the weaker US dollar and Indian rupee, as well as some delayed customer projects. However, in the second quarter, our revenue reached EUR 55.3 million, marking a 4% decrease from the previous year but a 6% increase from the first quarter of this year. Our EBIT stood at EUR 6 million in the second quarter, representing 10.8% of the revenue.
During the second quarter, we continued to focus on customer collaboration and operational excellence. We completed several audits to uphold our quality certifications. Additionally, Incap UK received JOSCAR Zero accreditation, further bolstering our credentials in the defence and aerospace sector. Throughout the first half of the year, we initiated new cross-factory projects aimed at sharing best practices and strengthening our operational capabilities.
We also made progress with our sustainability initiatives in the second quarter, developing our Climate Transition Plan with a roadmap and targets for reducing emissions in our operations and value chain. We are actively exploring opportunities to increase the share of renewable energy consumption and reduce CO2 emissions, whether through installing solar panels on our premises or collaborating with our existing energy providers for more sustainable solutions.
Looking ahead, we expect the uncertainty in the global market to persist, particularly around tariffs, taxes, and geopolitical developments. We are closely monitoring the situation and will respond agilely. I am confident in our ability to navigate these challenges with our efficient operating model and continued close cooperation with our customers to optimize manufacturing costs.
I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to all our employees whose dedication and teamwork continue to drive our progress and success as we work toward achieving our goals. We will continue to focus on delivering strong results and long-term value to our shareholders. Our financial position remains solid, and we will continue to pursue M&A opportunities that align with our strategic objectives. With a clear long-term vision, we remain committed to driving growth both organically and through carefully considered mergers and acquisitions.
