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Kelsian Group Limited (ASX:KLS)

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Current share price for KLS : $4.070 -0.71 (-14.85%)+
Announcement
Release
26 Aug 2026 8:20AM
Price at Release
$4.780
Full Release
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Summary
Kelsian Group Limited reported a strong financial performance for FY26, with an 8.8% rise in revenue to $2,402.7 million and a 10.8% increase in Underlying EBITDA to $315.8 million. The company anticipates FY27 Underlying EBITDA to be between $320 million and $335 million, reflecting continued operational momentum and a robust growth strategy. Kelsian's strategic focus includes protecting and expanding core markets, capitalizing on growth opportunities in the US and UK, and gaining new contracts in New Zealand. The report also highlighted strong cashflow and a final dividend of 10.0 cents per share, with a full-year dividend totaling 18.0 cents per share.
Key Points
  • FY26 revenue increased by 8.8% to $2,402.7 million.
  • Underlying EBITDA grew by 10.8% to $315.8 million.
  • Kelsian anticipates FY27 Underlying EBITDA between $320 million and $335 million.
  • Strong cash generation with net operating cashflow of $220.1 million.
  • Final dividend of 10.0 cents per share, full-year dividend at 18.0 cents per share.
  • Kelsian's strategic focus on protecting core markets and selective international growth.
  • New long-term ferry contracts awarded in New Zealand and UK bus contracts.
  • FY27 guidance includes mobilisation costs for Kangaroo Island ferry contract.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This information is autogenerated and has not been reviewed for accuracy or completeness. You should refer to the full announcement here for further information.