The Datwyler Group reports currency-adjusted revenue growth and an improved EBIT margin for the first half of 2025. The Healthcare Division in particular reported significant progress - despite challenges in the industrial environment.
The Swiss industrial group Datwyler achieved operational growth in the first half of 2025 in a challenging global environment. Revenue amounted to CHF 563 million, an increase of 1.3 per cent compared to the previous year after adjusting for currency effects. The operating result (EBIT) rose to CHF 68.9 million and the EBIT margin improved to 12.2 per cent.
Significant growth impetus came from the Healthcare division. Currency-adjusted sales climbed by 5.8 per cent to CHF 236.8 million. Series productions got off to a successful start These include NeoFlex plunger stoppers in prefilled syringes and components for a leading GLP-1 drug for weight reduction. The division's EBIT margin reached 16.9 per cent.
In the Industrial division, on the other hand, trade and customs conflicts had a noticeable impact. Currency-adjusted sales fell by 1.4 per cent to CHF 329.3 million. Nevertheless, the Food & Beverage segment showed solid growth, supported by new supply contracts and Capacity expansions for coffee capsules. The division's EBIT margin was 8.7 per cent.
At the same time, Datwyler is pressing ahead with its ForwardNow transformation programme. Among other things, the Closure of the US plant in Vandalia (Ohio) by September 2025 was decided. Production and sales activities will be concentrated at two existing US locations. In addition, the Industrial division has been reorganised in order to make greater use of synergies, according to the statement.
The company is optimistic for the second half of the year. Further volume growth is expected in the Healthcare division. The Food & Beverage segment should continue to grow thanks to additional contracts and production expansion. However, uncertainties remain in the industrial and automotive business, particularly in connection with international trade conflicts.
Source: Datwyler
