Strong first quarter 2026

• Order intake: EUR 128.0 million 
• Revenue: EUR 128.1 million
• Operating profit (EBITDA): EUR 31.7 million
• Earnings after taxes (EAT): EUR 20.1 million
• Strong demand and increased production performance shape first quarter of 2026

Heckler & Koch has made a strong start to fiscal year 2026. Order intake for the first three months amounted to EUR 128.0 million (Q1 2025: EUR 99.8 million; +28.3%), confirming the continued high demand for the company’s products. Security agencies and armed forces in Germany, across Europe and throughout the transatlantic alliance continue to rely on modern, reliable and battle-proven systems from Heckler & Koch.

Revenue increased significantly in the first quarter of 2026 to EUR 128.1 million (Q1 2025: EUR 81.6 million; +57.1%). Strong production performance and the efficient execution of ongoing programmes also had a positive impact on profitability: operating profit (EBITDA) rose to EUR 31.7 million (Q1 2025: EUR 14.7 million; +115.5%). Earnings after taxes (EAT) increased to EUR 20.1 million (Q1 2025: EUR 5.7 million; +254.5%).

The development in the first quarter underlines Heckler & Koch’s further enhanced industrial capabilities. Investments in modern infrastructure, automated manufacturing and optimised production processes contribute to efficiently and reliably meeting the high level of demand.

CEO Dr.-Ing. Jens Bodo Koch explains:

“The figures for the first quarter of 2026 demonstrate that Heckler & Koch is excellently positioned both operationally and industrially. Our customers expect the highest quality, reliability and delivery performance. Our first-quarter results demonstrate that we continue to deliver on these expectations. The continued strong demand underlines the effectiveness of our long-term investment and growth strategy.”

Chief Financial Officer Andreas Schnautz emphasises:

“The significant increase in revenue and profitability reflects the scalability and operational strength of our business. At the same time, we are creating the foundation to continue our growth trajectory and further strengthen our competitiveness through targeted investments.”

Looking ahead, Heckler & Koch considers itself strategically well positioned for the remainder of the year. The combination of strong demand, expanded production capacity and solid financial performance provides a strong foundation for continued growth.