Strong top-line and margin expansion
Revenue increased 30% year-over-year to $867 million for Q1 FY2026; Adjusted EBITDA rose 27% to $166 million. Management noted record results across key metrics despite macro volatility.
Material earnings and per-share growth
Adjusted net earnings were $34 million (+139% YoY) and net earnings were $28 million (+287% YoY). Earnings per share of $0.50 (up 257%) and adjusted net earnings per share of $0.61 (up 118%).
Strong free cash flow and per-share cash generation
Free cash flow was $120 million; free cash flow per share increased 33% to $2.14. Free-cash-flow maintenance CapEx per share increased 46% to $0.73, reflecting higher maintenance activity.
Balance sheet strength and liquidity
EIC achieved an investment-grade corporate rating (DBRS BBB low, stable outlook), issued $600 million of unsecured notes at 4.324% (upsized from $400M and significantly oversubscribed) and reports over $2 billion of available liquidity; aggregate leverage is near 15‑year lows.
Aerospace & Aviation momentum
Growth driven by acquisitions (Canadian North, Mach2), stronger passenger loads, medevac contracts, higher tempo ISR flying and additional U.K. Home Office capacity. Aircraft Sales & Leasing saw increasing lease rates and robust demand for parts and whole-aircraft transactions.
Manufacturing forward momentum and large orders
Although Q1 revenue/profitability moderated, management reported accelerating momentum: record orders (e.g., stainless tankmaker received its largest-ever order — roughly twice its previous largest single order for a U.S. data farm), and the U.S. composite mat plant (Saltillo, MS) is on time and on budget (estimated $60M project). Majority of 2026 U.S. composite production already sold out.
Operational wins in ISR and defence positioning
Air Greenland missionization contract for two surveillance aircraft nearing completion; continued inbound government interest internationally for ISR capabilities, building a growing footprint across Arctic/North Atlantic partners.
M&A and organic optionality
Acquisitions (Canadian North, Mach2) are contributing to results and strategic optionality; management emphasizes opportunistic M&A discipline supported by strong liquidity and an active pipeline.