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Austin Engineering Limited (ASX:ANG)

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Announcement
Release
19 Mar 2026 8:43AM
Price at Release
$0.195
Full Release
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Summary
Austin Engineering Limited successfully re-negotiated its OEM contract in Chile to include pricing adjustments and improved payment terms, aimed at restoring profitability and ceasing losses associated with the legacy contract. The revised contract terms will take effect with deliveries starting in May 2026, with no significant impact on FY2026 guidance. An initial order under the new terms is valued at $6.7 million, reflecting Austin's commitment to maintaining strategic partnerships and enhancing operational efficiency in the South American market.
Key Points
  • Austin Engineering Limited re-negotiated its Chile OEM contract for improved terms.
  • The contract adjustments include pricing changes to restore targeted profitability.
  • Improved payment terms have been included in the new contract.
  • Previous contract iteration was loss-making, causing Austin to suspend new orders.
  • Remaining orders under the old contract are expected to complete by April 2026.
  • The re-negotiated contract will not materially impact FY2026 financial guidance.
  • An initial purchase order under the new terms is valued at approximately $6.7 million.
  • Deliveries under the new contract to commence from May 2026.
  • Austin aims for continued partnership with the OEM customer beyond the initial order.
  • Sy van Dyk, CEO, highlighted operational discipline and ongoing improvements in Chile.
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