Multiconsult ASA (OSE: MULTI)
The first quarter of 2026 marks a good start to the year for Multiconsult, with
strong growth and gradually improving performance.
"We delivered solid growth in net operating revenues and improved billing rates
in the quarter, while securing several significant assignments in a highly
competitive market. At the same time, we continue to work systematically to
strengthen profitability and deliver performance in line with our long term
ambitions", says Grethe Bergly, CEO of Multiconsult.
Net operating revenues increased by 5.5 per cent year on year to NOK 1 608.0
million, supported by positive organic growth of 4.4 per cent adjusted for
calendar effects. EBITA amounted to NOK 160.5 million (190.4), corresponding to
a margin of 10.0 per cent (12.5). EBITA adjusted amounted to NOK 160.9 million
(199.4), corresponding to a margin of 10.0 per cent (13.0). Profitability was
impacted by a negative calendar effect and a lower billing ratio of 71.8 per
cent (72.1) compared with the same quarter last year, while higher billing rates
contributed positively.
Underlying operational performance improved compared with previous quarters,
reflecting early effects from ongoing measures to improve profitability.
Highlights first quarter 2026
· Multiconsult delivered a good start to 2026
· Net operating revenues increased by 5.5 per cent to NOK 1 608.0 million (1
523.4)
· The organic revenue growth adjusted for the calendar effect was 4.4 per
cent
· EBITA of NOK 160.5 million (190.4), equal to an EBITA margin of 10.0 per
cent (12.5)
· Net operating revenues and EBITA were impacted by a negative calendar
effect of NOK 43.1 million compared with first quarter 2025
· EBITA adjusted was NOK 160.9 million (199.4), equal to an EBITA margin of
10.0 per cent (13.0)
· EBITA is affected by legal expenses and cost of internal resources (write
-downs), related to the Sotra project of NOK 0.4 million (9.0)
· Billing ratio of 71.8 per cent (72.1)
· Order intake of NOK 1 779 million (1 696)
· Order backlog of NOK 4 102 million (4 749)
· Full-time equivalents (FTE) increased by 5.5 per cent, to 3 819 (3 620)
· Net profit of NOK 110.0 million (134.8)
· Earnings per share of NOK 3.99 (4.86)
· The overall market outlook remains unchanged with several new opportunities
in the pipeline
CEO Statement on the Quarter
Multiconsult recorded a solid order intake in the quarter, driven by several
significant project wins. Ongoing assignments for Rikshospitalet, the Fornebu
Line and water supply to Oslo contributed positively.
"We have reinforced our leading position in defence-related engineering and
architectural services, by securing significant new contracts for the Norwegian
Defence Estates Agency", says Grethe Bergly.
Multiconsult continues to work systematically to improve margins as part of the
long-term financial ambitions. A structured approach has been established to
improve margins in line with the group's 10 per cent profitability target.
"All segments in the group have conducted thorough cost reviews and identified
measures with the potential to reduce the cost base. Initiatives have been
implemented, but the timing of when the effects hit our results varies over the
calendar year", says Grethe Bergly.
Karsten Warloe will take over as CEO from 1 June 2026, succeeding Grethe
Bergly.
"Multiconsult is above all, built by people driven by professional curiosity, a
strong sense of responsibility, and the will to succeed together. The group is
well prepared for the next phase, and I am confident that Karsten Warloe has the
qualities needed to lead the organisation and deliver on the group's targets and
ambitions", says Grethe Bergly.
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Presentation today 12 May 2026:
A results presentation will be held at 08:30 CET at Hotel Continental,
Stortingsgata 24/26, Oslo, presented by CEO, Grethe Bergly and CFO, Ove B.
Haupberg.
The presentation will also be available via live
webcast:https://qcnl.tv/p/IMEh_VxxWMpEnVLdG7eXYg
The report, presentation and a recording of the webcast will be made available
on https://www.multiconsultgroup.com/investor-relations/ and
https://newsweb.oslobors.no/ (https://www.multiconsultgroup.com/investor
-relations/)
For further information, please contact:
Investor relations:
Ove B. Haupberg, CFO
Phone: +47 401 00 900
E-mail: oveb.haupberg@multiconsult.no
Media:
Lars Nermoen, Communications Director
Phone: +47 902 40 153
Email: lars.nermoen@multiconsult.no
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Media:\
Lars Nermoen\, Communications Director\
Phone: +47 902 40 153\
Email: lars.nermoen@multiconsult.no\