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Irish Continental Group H1 2026 earnings summary
Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.H1 2026 earnings summary19 Aug, 2026
Executive summary
Revenue rose 16.1% year-over-year to €359.9m, driven by higher freight volumes and cost recovery, despite a challenging macro environment and increased operating costs.
EBITDA increased 7.3% to €58.9m, but operating profit declined 2.4% to €24.0m due to higher fuel, port, and environmental costs.
Net profit was €18.6m, with basic EPS up 5.9% to 12.5c.
A recommended €8.00/share cash offer from Bluefin Bidco Limited values the company at €1.2bn; transaction expected to close in Q4 2026, pending approvals.
Financial highlights
Revenue: €359.9m (+16.1% YoY); EBITDA: €58.9m (+7.3% YoY); Operating profit: €24.0m (-2.4% YoY); Net profit: €18.6m.
Net debt: €226.2m (down from €256.1m at year-end); Net debt pre-IFRS 16: €176.5m (+45.7% YoY).
Basic EPS: 12.5c (+5.9% YoY); Adjusted basic EPS: 11.6c.
Final dividend of 10.95c/share paid for FY25; no interim dividend proposed for 2026 due to pending acquisition.
Outlook and guidance
Second half typically generates two-thirds of annual EBITDA, but volume weakness in car and freight markets during peak summer is a significant concern.
High fuel prices and weak car market challenge the ability to pass on cost increases.
Directors expect adequate resources for at least 12 months and continue to adopt the going concern basis.
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Latest events from Irish Continental Group
- Revenue up 13.9% as freight growth and surcharges offset softer car and container volumes.ICGC
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- Revenue up 8.5% and EBITDA up 10.5% in H1 2025, driven by strong container growth.ICGCH1 2025
- Revenue and volumes up, but net debt and regulatory risks also increased.ICGCH1 2024
- Revenue and EBITDA grew, but regulatory costs and market rates remain key risks.ICGCH2 2024
Next Irish Continental Group earnings date
H2 20264 Mar, 2027
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Next Irish Continental Group earnings date
H2 20264 Mar, 2027
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The Irish Continental Group plc is a global maritime transport company. It operates in the ferry and the container shipping markets, which it operates through two segments. The Ferries segment includes high-speed ferry operations, conventional ferry services, and one of the largest car transport companies in Europe. The Container and Terminal segment operates multi-purpose container terminals, including terminal operations and port management.