Andritz AG
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Andritz AG
In the bustling global arena of industrial engineering, Andritz AG stands as a venerable powerhouse, weaving its influence through a network of technologies and services. Founded in 1852 and headquartered in Graz, Austria, this company has matured from a regional player into a titan with a broad international footprint. Its operations span diverse sectors, including hydroelectric power generation, pulp and paper production, metalworking, and solid/liquid separation, all of which are crucial to the infrastructure of modern industry. Each sector, a complex ecosystem in its own right, offers Andritz myriad avenues for revenue generation, from large-scale equipment manufacturing to essential maintenance and upgrade services.
Central to Andritz’s success is its ability to harness technological innovation to enhance efficiency and productivity across industries. The company is deeply embedded in the renewable energy landscape through its hydroelectric solutions, providing turbines and generators to harness the power of water. In the pulp and paper sector, Andritz offers advanced processing technologies, which are pivotal in improving yield and reducing environmental impact. Its foray into metalworking and solid/liquid separation further solidifies its role as a linchpin in industrial processing, supplying critical machinery and services that facilitate operations from metal recycling to slurry management. Andritz's profitable business model is anchored in the sale of these sophisticated technologies, combined with long-term service agreements that ensure ongoing support and upgrades, fostering a dependable revenue stream that thrives on sustaining and enhancing the industrial fabric worldwide.
In the bustling global arena of industrial engineering, Andritz AG stands as a venerable powerhouse, weaving its influence through a network of technologies and services. Founded in 1852 and headquartered in Graz, Austria, this company has matured from a regional player into a titan with a broad international footprint. Its operations span diverse sectors, including hydroelectric power generation, pulp and paper production, metalworking, and solid/liquid separation, all of which are crucial to the infrastructure of modern industry. Each sector, a complex ecosystem in its own right, offers Andritz myriad avenues for revenue generation, from large-scale equipment manufacturing to essential maintenance and upgrade services.
Central to Andritz’s success is its ability to harness technological innovation to enhance efficiency and productivity across industries. The company is deeply embedded in the renewable energy landscape through its hydroelectric solutions, providing turbines and generators to harness the power of water. In the pulp and paper sector, Andritz offers advanced processing technologies, which are pivotal in improving yield and reducing environmental impact. Its foray into metalworking and solid/liquid separation further solidifies its role as a linchpin in industrial processing, supplying critical machinery and services that facilitate operations from metal recycling to slurry management. Andritz's profitable business model is anchored in the sale of these sophisticated technologies, combined with long-term service agreements that ensure ongoing support and upgrades, fostering a dependable revenue stream that thrives on sustaining and enhancing the industrial fabric worldwide.
Order Intake: ANDRITZ reported strong order intake for the fourth consecutive quarter, up 15% YoY in Q3 to EUR 2.2 billion, and up 20% YoY for the first nine months to EUR 6.9 billion.
Revenue: Revenue declined by 8% YoY in both Q3 (EUR 1.9 billion) and the first nine months (EUR 5.5 billion), mainly due to negative foreign exchange effects and early-stage project execution.
Margins: Comparable EBITA margin remained stable at 8.5% for the first nine months and reached 8.9% in Q3, despite lower revenue; reported EBITA margin was slightly lower at 8.1% due to restructuring costs.
Order Backlog: Order backlog reached nearly a record high at EUR 10.8 billion, up 15% YoY, providing good visibility for future revenue.
Guidance: Full-year 2025 guidance was confirmed, with expected revenue at the low end (EUR 8 billion) and margin at the guided range.
Sustainability: EcoVadis ESG rating upgraded from Bronze to Gold and SBTi approval received for emissions targets; new 2030 targets announced.
M&A Activity: Four acquisitions closed in 2025, increasing M&A spend significantly to over EUR 300 million.
Service Business: Service revenue accounted for 44% of total revenue in the first nine months, with strong order intake in Q3.
