Oslo, 18 May 2026: General Oceans reports a total revenue in Q1 2026 of NOK 327. Gross profits were NOK 220 million (NOK 214 million), corresponding to a gross margin of 67 percent (62 percent). The gross profit margin of 67 percent reflects a more favourable product mix in Q1 2026, with a greater share of higher-margin products sold. Adjusted EBITA came in at ~18% which compares to the longer-term target of the Group of ~20%.
“Operationally, the first quarter confirms the trends we saw through 2025, with solid underlying performance across our brands”, said Atle Lohrmann, President of General Oceans ASA.
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The global demand in Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) and Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs), driven predominantly by the defense and energy sectors, presents a significant opportunity for the Group and is expected to drive future growth.
The first quarter of 2026 compared to the same period last year was affected by a strengthening of the NOK and a decline in the average reporting conversion FX rate.
Backlog was NOK 546 million (NOK 573 million), of which NOK 509 million (NOK 472 million) to be delivered within the current financial year.
General Oceans invites investors, analysts, media and other stakeholders to attend the presentation of its results for the first quarter of 2026. The Q1 report and presentation materials will be available on the Company’s website www.generaloceans.com and on www.newsweb.no.
The Q1 2026 presentation will take place on 18 May 2026 at 08:00 CEST at the offices of ABG Sundal Collier ASA, Ruseløkkveien 26 (8 floor), “Morning Meeting Room” and will also be live streamed. The presentation will be delivered by President Atle Lohrmann and CFO Anton Van Heerden and will be followed by a Q&A session. Questions may be submitted in advance to investors@generaloceans.com or asked live during the session.
To attend in person or to watch the live stream, please register via the following link: General Oceans Webcast Q1 2026
A recording of the presentation and the Q&A session will be published on the Company’s website.
For further information, please contact:
Rachel McAlpine, Group Marketing Manager at General Oceans, investors@generaloceans.com
About General Oceans ASA
General Oceans is a global provider of advanced underwater technology delivering sensors, systems and robotic solutions used in demanding marine environments. The Group produces technology for measuring and understanding the ocean, imaging & navigation systems, and autonomous/remotely operated vehicles with associated manipulators and control systems, and delivers products to marine infrastructure, defense and ocean science Underwater acoustics is the core of the Group’s technology, complemented by optical technology, environmental sensors and software capabilities.
This information is considered to constitute inside information pursuant to the EU Market Abuse Regulation article 7 and is subject to the disclosure requirements pursuant to article 17 of MAR and section 5-12 of the Norwegian Securities Trading Act.
This stock exchange announcement was published by Rachel McAlpine at 7:00am CEST 18th May 2026. This announcement contains forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are statements that are not historical facts and may be identified by words such as “believe”, “expect”, “anticipate”, “strategy”, “intend”, “estimate”, “will”, “may”, “continue”, “should” and similar expressions. Such statements are based on current expectations and assumptions and are subject to risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in these statements.
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