Gurit has closed a pivotal year of transformation with stronger-than-expected results, beating its sales outlook and sharply improving underlying profitability despite a turbulent global market.
The advanced materials specialist reported full-year 2025 net sales of CHF 319.6 million, exceeding its CHF 300 million guidance. Adjusted operating margin climbed to 8.1%, a significant jump from 6.9% in 2024, underscoring the impact of a sweeping restructuring program completed during the year. Including restructuring costs, impairments and divestments, the reported operating margin stood at -13.5%.
While reported sales fell 26% in Swiss francs — or 22% at constant exchange rates — the decline was largely driven by discontinued businesses as Gurit exited non-profitable operations. Stripped of those effects, the company delivered performance ahead of its own expectations and emerged leaner, more focused and more resilient.
2025 marked a decisive turning point. Gurit finalized its restructuring program, reinforcing operational foundations and sharpening its focus on higher-margin, strategically attractive segments. The overhaul came against a backdrop of tariff uncertainty, selective customer demand and deliberate exits from underperforming activities.
The payoff is now visible: improved profitability, stronger competitiveness and a clearer strategic direction heading into 2026.
Improving market dynamics — particularly in Wind — alongside disciplined execution, commercial wins and targeted investments, have positioned the company to enter the new year with renewed confidence.
Wind Materials generated CHF 190.1 million in sales in 2025, down 29.9% at constant exchange rates, primarily due to the planned exit from the carbon fiber pultrusion business. Continued operations recorded CHF 164.1 million in sales, a modest 3.2% decline.
Despite structural adjustments weighing on year-on-year comparisons, the segment outperformed expectations. Demand from Western OEMs strengthened throughout the year, with order intake and deliveries accelerating.
A standout milestone was the signing of a landmark long-term supply agreement with a leading Western wind turbine OEM — the first major contract built around Gurit’s OptiCore core-kit technology. The deal signals strong commercial traction for the company’s innovation pipeline and strengthens its position in the global wind market.
With deeper customer partnerships and a more resilient operating setup, Gurit enters 2026 encouraged by improving wind market dynamics.
Manufacturing Solutions posted 2025 sales of CHF 41.4 million, a slight 2.2% decline at constant exchange rates, in line with expectations.
The business endured a slow start as Western customers delayed investments amid tariff-related uncertainty and global volatility. Blade-line installations and relocations were put on hold in the first half as customers awaited clarity.
Momentum returned in the second half. The Indian market delivered stronger-than-expected growth, partially offsetting Western softness. As tariff concerns eased, several wind customers firmed up investment decisions, driving a notable year-end improvement.
With projects restarting and market signals clearer, the unit heads into 2026 with renewed activity and stronger global demand foundations.
Marine and Industrial recorded CHF 88.3 million in 2025 sales, down 8.4% at constant exchange rates amid softer marine sentiment and tariff-related caution in the U.S.
Even so, the unit advanced strategically. It secured a multi-year contract to supply Corecell structural foam for the subsea sector — reinforcing Gurit’s foothold in a demanding, high-performance market and highlighting the growing relevance of Corecell S-Foam.
Emerging industrial applications also gained traction, driven by rising demand for lightweight solutions using recycled PET.
In February, Gurit announced expansion plans in the Americas, including a ramp-up of its Dallas site to support subsea growth and strengthen regional responsiveness.
With long-term contracts secured, geographic reach expanding and high-value materials in focus, Marine & Industrial enters 2026 on firmer footing — even as marine market sentiment remains cautious.
After a year defined by restructuring and strategic refocus, Gurit has repositioned itself as a leaner, innovation-driven performance materials leader.
Backed by a strengthened global footprint, sharper portfolio focus and improving wind market fundamentals, the company says it is well placed to build momentum in 2026 and deliver sustainable long-term value.
