Strong Performance in Vocational and Access Segments
The company achieved a robust adjusted operating income margin of nearly 15% in the Vocational segment and a resilient adjusted operating margin of 11.3% in the Access segment despite lower sales.
Revenue Growth in Vocational Segment
The Vocational segment saw strong year-over-year revenue growth of 12%, driven by higher refuse and recycling vehicle sales and strong price realization.
Solid Backlog and New Orders
The company's backlog remains strong, with $1.8 billion in the Access segment and $6.3 billion in the Vocational segment. Notable orders include a multi-year order for 22 conventional Pierce fire trucks for the City of Calgary.
Successful Tariff Mitigation Strategy
The company successfully mitigated European tariffs by localizing production of booms at the Hinowa facility in Italy, moving production from China to Italy in less than a year.