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0:00 Introduction
0:54 Overview
2:05 Executive Summary
4:22 2025 Results/Cash Flow
13:49 Business Review
28:16 Pension Scheme
30:39 Conclusions
32:25 Q&A

Macfarlane Group PLC (MACF:LSE) delivered an investor update on its 2025 financial results, reporting 11% revenue growth driven primarily by acquisitions, including Petrivi and Polyforms, alongside modest organic growth of around 1%. Group revenue increased by £30.4 million, with strong performance in the manufacturing division, up 12%, supported by exposure to aerospace, space and defence markets, while packaging distribution achieved marginal growth amid weak UK demand and intense pricing pressure. Adjusted operating profit declined 28% year on year due to lower gross margins in distribution, higher labour and property costs, competitive market conditions and the operational impact of a tragic incident at Petrivi, which is now in recovery with new capacity coming online in 2026. Despite reduced margins and softer profitability, the balance sheet remains robust with net debt of £16.2 million, under 1x net debt to EBITDA and strong operating cash flow of £24.7 million. The company maintained its dividend, reflecting confidence in cash generation and its recovery plan, while continuing a share buyback programme. Management outlined a clear growth strategy focused on restoring distribution margins to 7.5% to 8%, stabilising costs, improving gross margin sustainability at 35%, prioritising higher margin industrial markets, leveraging strategic accounts across the UK and Europe and pausing acquisitions to strengthen operational execution. With disciplined capital allocation, pension surplus management and a structured profit recovery plan, Macfarlane Group expects profit growth to resume in 2026, positioning the business for sustainable medium term earnings expansion and improved shareholder returns.