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SBO: Massive Rise in Profits
The Austrian Schoeller-Bleckmann Oilfield Equipment notes a substantial improvement in results of 2011. Profits increased by 95%.
March 8, 2012
RHI Has Growth Plans
The Austrian producer of fireproof ceramics puts effort into growth. Major investments and acquisitions are planned.
March 7, 2012
Getzner Werkstoffe: on to South America Following Success in Asia
The Austrian company produces materials for vibration isolation and plans to expand into South America.
March 7, 2012
RHI Exceeds Expectations
The Austrian producer of fire-proof ceramics could raise revenues by 15.5%. EBIT was up by 19.8%.
March 6, 2012
RHI Eyes Serbia’s Magnohrom
RHI, the Austrian maker of fire- proofing ceramics, is interested in Magnohrom, Serbia’s sole basic refractory product manufacturer, Privatization Agency chief Vladislav Cvetkovic said.
March 3, 2012
Palfinger: Joint Venture in China
The Austrian crane producer initiates a joint venture company with Chinese Sany Heavy Industries.
February 28, 2012
Siemens Austria Has Growth Targets
The Austrian subsidiary of the German Siemens Group builds a new factory at the Viennese sub-headquarters.
February 24, 2012
Rosenbauer Has Good Prospects
The Austrian producer of fire fighting vehicles has full order books. In 2012, CEO Dieter Siegel expects a new record in sales.
February 24, 2012
Wienerberger Returns to Profit Zone
The Austrian brick producer reported group revenues of € 2,023.7m (+16% vs. 2010). EBITDA was up by 23%. Forecasts for 2012 are “difficult”, says Wienerberger´s management.
February 21, 2012
Palfinger to Enter China in 2012
The Austrian crane manufacturer plans to enter the Chinese market in the first half of 2012. China will become the biggest market for Palfinger, says CEO Ortner.
February 4, 2012
Palfinger Provides Surprisingly High Sales Figures
The Austrian crane manufacturer reports a rise in revenues of 29.7%. EBIT was up by 82.8%.
February 3, 2012
Palfinger: Rise in Sales and Profits Expected
Tomorrow, the Austrian crane manufacturer Palfinger presents figures for the financial year 2011. Sales are estimated to grow by 30%, net results should reach € 40m.
February 2, 2012
Lenzing Enlarges Capacities
The Austrian fiber company plans investments of € 130m. 110 new jobs will be created. Production starts in 2014.
January 20, 2012
RHI Takes Over Swiss Stopinc AG
The Austrian producer of refractory takes over refractory specialty producer Stopinc AG. RHI thus increase the stake held from 50% to 100%.
January 18, 2012
Wienerberger to Raise Bond Issue to € 200m
The subscription period for Wienerberger´s corporate bond runs from January 13.
January 11, 2012
Wienerberger Issues Corporate Bond
The Austrian brick producer will issue bonds of at least € 50m in order to refinance liabilities.
January 10, 2012
Changes to the Executive Board of Hirsch Servo
Dr. Johannes Kappel will join the new two-member board of the Austrian machine manufacturer and packaging supplier.
December 22, 2011
Hirsch Servo Posts Loss of € 1.32m
Sales revenue of the Austrian machine manufacturer and packaging supplier declined by 6% in the first three months of fiscal 2011/12. EBIT dropped to € -0.26m.
November 29, 2011
Share Repurchase at Palfinger
The Management Board of the Austrian crane manufacturer resolves to exercise its authorization to acquire own shares. The maximum contingent is € 10m.
November 26, 2011
Austrian Exports to Morocco Booming
In spite of the turbulent developments in the Arab region, the Maghreb state could maintain a strong economic growth. In 2011, Austrian exports to Morocco rise by 16%.
November 26, 2011
Siemens Austria to Manufacture Trams Worth € 100m
The German technology group will build 40 new generation vehicles in Vienna, with parts coming from the plant in Graz.
November 18, 2011
SBO Doubled Profits
The Austrian supplier of oilfield equipments raised sales by 36.6%. SBO starts into the fourth quarter with a sound order backlog
November 16, 2011
ATB Posts Loss due to Court Ruling
The former subsidiary of A-Tec lost a lawsuit and has to pay € 13.4m. EBIT amounted to € 6.1m in the period July to September.
November 11, 2011
Palfinger Reports Continued Growth
Revenue of the Austrian crane manufacturer increased by 34% in the first three quarters of 2011, EBIT more than doubled to € 52.4m.
November 10, 2011
Wienerberger Continues Growth Course in Third Quarter
Despite weakening economic sentiment due to growing uncertainty across the euro zone, the Austrian brick producer recorded a 10% increase each in revenues and operating EBITDA for the third quarter.
November 9, 2011
Wienerberger: Analysts See a Strong Rise in Results
The Austrian brick manufacturer will, according to analysts, report a substantial rise in sales and earnings. The figures will be presented the day after tomorrow.
November 7, 2011
China Entry: Palfinger Under Pressure
In order to ensure the internationalization strategy, the Austrian cranes manufacturer is expected to show improvements in entering the Chinese market.
November 5, 2011
Palfinger General Meeting Supports Further Growth
The Management Board of the Austrian crane manufacturer was authorized to buy back own shares that may be used as acquisition funding.
November 4, 2011
RHI Anticipates Slowdown in Business
The negative trend could come to an end in the second quarter of 2012. In the first nine months of the current year, the Austrian producer of refractory materials increased revenues and profit.
November 3, 2011
KTM Heading for Record
The Austrian motorcycle manufacturer increased turnover by 12%. Previous year’s profit was already exceeded in the first three quarters of 2011.
November 3, 2011
High Expectations for RHI
Analysts forecast a substantial rise in sales for the Austrian refractory manufacturer. However, profits should decline, analysts state.
October 29, 2011
RHI Wins Contract with voestalpine
The producer of refractory materials and the Austrian steel company extend their existing partnership for another three years. The contract has a volume of € 24m.
October 28, 2011
Hirsch Servo Achieves Turnaround in EBIT
Total sales of the Austrian machine manufacturer and packaging supplier increased by 8%. EBIT improved by € 7.6m to € 2.2m.
October 28, 2011
Austria´s Manufacturing Industry Maintains its Competitiveness
Austrian goods exports rose significantly since 1995. According to a study of the Austrian Central Bank (OeNB), this is mainly due to a higher degree of competitiveness.
October 17, 2011
Austrian Motor Vehicle Industry Prospers
Vehicle production recovered completely in 2010 – high commodity prices hindered significant earnings growth. In 2011, sales will reach € 14bn again.
October 17, 2011
Palfinger Aims for Growth in China
The Austrian crane manufacturer, which has recently published a capital increase, will use these funds for further investments in China.
October 15, 2011
Austria Ranks Third in EU Productivity Study
The report points out structural weaknesses and suggests more effective public spending in the fields of education, research and innovation.
October 14, 2011
Palfinger Plans Capital Increase
The Austrian crane producer is gearing up for further growth. An extraordinary General Meeting has been called for 3 November.
October 13, 2011
RHI Buys Irish Raw Materials Producer
The Austrian producer of refractory materials takes over Premier Periclase Ltd. for a price of € 21m.
September 30, 2011
Hirsch Servo Implements Long-Term Financing Plan
The Austrian machine manufacturer and packaging supplier reached an extension of the terms for its long-term loans.
September 30, 2011
RHI to Start Production in Brazil in 2013
The Austrian producer of refractory materials invests € 85m in a first step. The new plant will have an annual production capacity of 60,000 tons.
September 15, 2011
Palfinger Closes Acquisition of Russian Inman
The Austrian crane producer completed the takeover of its Russian competitor. The deal is regarded as an important step in the company’s growth strategy in the CIS area.
August 26, 2011
ATB Returns to Profitability
The subsidiary of the insolvent A-Tec group achieved an increase in revenue of 18% in the first half of the year. EBIT turned positive to € 9.9m.
August 10, 2011
Palfinger with Considerable Growth in First Half of 2011
Revenue of the Austrian crane manufacturer increased by 39.3%, EBIT more than doubled to € 36m.
August 10, 2011
RHI: Lower Operating Result despite Record Revenues in Second Quarter 2011
The Austrian producer of refractory materials reported an increase in revenues of 9.7%. Operating result amounted to € 40.0m.
August 4, 2011
Palfinger Takes Over Russian Inman
The Austrian crane manufacturer acquires its leading Russian competitor. Inman will generate revenue of € 20m this year.
July 11, 2011
RHI: Plans for New Plant in the US
The Austrian producer of refractory materials intends to open a new factory in the US. In the long run, bricks for the North American market will be produced locally.
July 4, 2011
RHI Confirms Outlook and Rules Out Capital Increase
The Austrian manufacturer of refractory materials expects a moderate increase in revenues. A capital increase is not planned in the near future.
June 22, 2011
KTM: Capital Increase Completed Successfully
The Austrian motorcycle manufacturer strengthened its share capital by € 14m by issuance of 400,000 new bearer shares. Main shareholders are CROSS Industries with 50.1% and Bajaj with 39.79%.
June 21, 2011
Hirsch Servo Still in the Red
The Austrian machine manufacturer and packaging supplier improved its results in the first three quarters of the financial year. Operational turnaround is still planned for 2010/11.
May 31, 2011