The Environmental Group (EGL) Trading update summary
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Trading update summary
22 May, 2026Revised FY26 earnings guidance
FY26 normalised EBITDA now expected at $8.5–$9.0M, down from previous $12.7–$13.5M guidance.
Key drivers for the downgrade are operational issues in EGL Energy and project delays in EGL Baltec.
Total estimated EBITDA impact is $4.0M, with $2.5M from EGL Energy and $1.5M from EGL Baltec.
Division performance and operational factors
EGL Energy's revenue growth remains positive, with margins expected to be consistent with historical levels.
Operational matters in EGL Energy include ERP implementation issues and higher fleet diesel costs, with a $0.4M EBITDA impact from fuel.
Process enhancements have been implemented to improve job cost recovery and invoicing.
EGL Baltec faces delayed deliveries due to shipping disruptions and slower Middle East tender awards, with most affected product now expected to deliver in FY27.
Outlook and other divisions
EGL Clean Air and EGL Waste are trading in line with expectations, with no material change in outlook.
Management remains focused on converting revenue growth into improved profitability and cash generation.
Revised guidance reflects management's current assessment of operational and logistics challenges.
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