Revenue and Orders Growth
Revenue grew 6% (constant currency) to GBP 2.6bn; total orders increased 7% to GBP 2.6bn, driven by strong aftermarket demand and contributions from acquisitions.
Aftermarket Strength
Aftermarket orders grew 8% and aftermarket revenue grew 8%, supported by high mining activity and increased demand for wear parts and expendables.
Operating Profit and Margin Expansion
Operating profit rose 15% year‑on‑year to GBP 518m. Operating margin expanded by 150 basis points to 20.2%, achieving the 20% margin target a year early.
Cash Conversion and Dividend
Free operating cash conversion was 92%, within the 90%–100% target range. Full year dividend increased 4% to 41.7p per share.
Emissions and Sustainability Progress
Absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions fell 31% versus the 2019 baseline, exceeding the original 2030 SBTi target of a 30% reduction.
Divisional Performance — Minerals
Minerals orders grew 5%; excluding large projects orders up 7%. Division revenue increased 6% and operating profit rose 11% to GBP 406m; operating margin reached 21.9% (up 100bps).
Divisional Performance — ESCO and Software
ESCO orders grew 11% (like‑for‑like 4% excluding Micromine). ESCO operating profit increased 22% to GBP 152m and margin expanded 260bps to 21.4%. Micromine shows 94% customer retention, recurring revenue ~88% and annualized recurring revenue up 24%.
Performance Excellence and Efficiency Gains
Cumulative Performance Excellence savings reached GBP 59m in‑year and the final savings target was increased to GBP 90m; program delivered under budget with total program costs GBP 113m.
Strategic M&A and Product Expansion
Completed self‑funded acquisitions (Micromine, Townley, Fast2Mine) and strategic investments/partnerships (CiDRA, ESCO Chile JV). New product launches (ENDURON VSM, crushers, mill pumps) and first VSM order received.
Capital Structure and Deleveraging Plan
Net debt/EBITDA rose to 1.9x due to acquisitions but remained within target; company expects to return to 0.5–1.5x by end of 2026 supported by continued strong cash conversion.