Resilient Operating Margin
Despite negative organic growth for seven consecutive quarters, SKF reported an operating margin of 13.5%, slightly ahead of the same quarter last year, driven by strong pricing capabilities and effective cost management.
Positive Organic Growth in China and Northeast Asia
After seven quarters of negative growth, China and Northeast Asia achieved a positive organic growth of 2%, driven by strong demand in the automotive sector, particularly in the EV space.
Successful Mitigation of Tariff Impacts
SKF established a tariff command center and introduced price changes and tariff surcharges, effectively managing to navigate the volatile environment without significant financial impact in Q1.
Innovation and Sustainability Initiatives
SKF launched new innovative products in the railway, mining, and industrial electrical motors sectors, enhancing customer value and supporting sustainability goals.
Strong Demand in Aerospace and Rail Sectors
The Americas region continued to see strong demand in aerospace, while rail was a bright spot in India and Southeast Asia.