Strong Q2 Performance
JBT posted a strong performance in the second quarter, with adjusted EBITDA margins and adjusted EPS exceeding expectations. Total revenue was $935 million, with a year-over-year growth of 13% in the JBT segment and Marel segment achieving a revenue of $480 million.
Significant Progress in Synergies and Cash Flow
The company realized year-over-year synergy savings of $5 million in operating expense and $3 million in supply chain. Free cash flow for the first half of 2025 was $106 million, including $88 million in the second quarter, supported by working capital management and customer deposits.
Improvement in Leverage
Leverage decreased to below 3.4x at the end of the second quarter, compared to 3.8x in the first quarter and 4x at the close of the transaction. The bank leverage ratio was 2.8x as of June 30.
Poultry Industry Demand
Continued equipment investment from the poultry industry, the largest end market, with a pipeline expected to provide support into next year. The combined pipeline of opportunities in North America grew by approximately 15% in the last 6 months.
Integration and Cross-Selling Benefits
Successful integration of JBT and Marel portfolios, capturing benefits from cross-selling, with a combined pipeline of opportunities in North America increasing by 15% over the last 6 months.