Hiap Seng Industries (1L2) investor relations material

Executive summary

• FY2026 revenue rose 6.8% to $24.4m on higher maintenance and shutdown volumes; net profit fell to $2.8m, mainly due to lower non-recurring gains than in FY2025.

• Balance sheet strengthened through a subsidiary capital reduction, a $2.2m share issue and higher cash and net assets; FY2026 priorities are core growth, margin protection and converting investments into benefits.

Financial highlights

• Revenue was $24.417m versus $22.862m; gross profit was $6.480m versus $7.395m, and gross margin was 26.4% versus 32.3%.

• Profit before tax was $3.583m versus $6.979m; net profit was $2.838m versus $6.196m. Lower other gains accounted for most of the decline, including a $0.834m GST reversal recognised in FY2025.

• Excluding one-off gains, operating profit eased $0.5m to $3.6m from $4.1m; administrative expenses declined 5.2% to $4.0m.

• Cash and bank balances were $24.381m versus $23.655m; cash and cash equivalents were $21.650m versus $15.590m. Net assets increased to $35.433m from $31.453m.

Outlook and guidance

• FY2027 priorities: grow maintenance and plant construction, protect margins through cost discipline, and convert recent investments into lasting operational and financial benefits.

• Selective development, investment and diversification opportunities will be pursued with a focus on long-term profitability and sustainability.