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Southern Cross Electrical Engineering H1 2026 earnings summary
Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.H1 2026 earnings summary18 Feb, 2026
Executive summary
Underlying EBITDA rose 30.8% to $35.4m and underlying EBIT increased 25.5% to $29.1m, both record half-year results, despite a net loss after tax due to the $46.1m WestConnex arbitration settlement.
Revenue declined 12.2% year-over-year to $349.1m, mainly due to completion of major projects, but gross profit hit a record $65.9m, with gross margin improving to 18.9%.
Force Fire acquisition contributed positively, being consolidated for the full period and driving commercial sector growth.
Order book increased 6% year-over-year to $710m, with over 85% on the East Coast and $200m in non-electrical disciplines.
Declared a fully franked interim dividend of 2.5 cents per share.
Financial highlights
Gross margin reached 18.9%, up from 12.7% year-over-year, driven by strong project outcomes and favorable business mix.
Overheads increased 29.4% due to Force Fire consolidation.
NPAT loss of $12.8m, mainly from $46.1m in legal dispute costs for WestConnex.
Cash balance at period end was $58.8m after significant payouts; group remains debt free.
Underlying EBITDA margin was 10.1%, up from 6.8% year-over-year.
Outlook and guidance
Raised FY26 underlying EBITDA guidance to at least $72m, a 31% increase over FY25.
Expecting further growth beyond FY26, supported by a strong pipeline in data centers, infrastructure, and renewables.
Data center market expected to see significant order inflows from 2026, with projects increasing in size and complexity.
WestConnex dispute cash flow impact
Data Centre project pipeline value
Why did the Electrical segment report a loss?
Primary driver for FY26 EBITDA guidance raise?
What underpins data center growth confidence?
How does company secure skilled staff for projects?
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Southern Cross Electrical Engineering Limited (SCEE) is an Australian company that provides electrical, instrumentation, and communication services to a range of sectors, including resources, infrastructure, and commercial industries. The company’s services encompass electrical installation, maintenance, and commissioning, as well as project management and specialized services for mining, oil and gas, and construction projects. SCEE supports large-scale projects by delivering solutions designed for efficiency and safety, tailored to meet industry-specific requirements. The company is headquartered in Perth, Australia, and its shares are listed on the ASX.
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