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In 2017, Bucher Industries continued to implement its sustainability strategy for example through the technological development of products that reduce emissions and the use of resources, as well as measures to train and develop employees.
Bucher Hydraulics, a division of Bucher Industries, has agreed to form a joint venture in China by acquiring an 80% stake in Wuxi Deli Fluid Technology Co., Ltd, the leading manufacturer of hydraulic pumps and compact power units in China. This acquisition will strengthen the division’s presence in China as well as its global product range. The transaction is yet to be approved by the Chinese authorities.
Bucher Industries’ order intake rose by 18% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2018. The Group’s sales increased by 17%, with all five divisions contributing to this positive performance.
At today’s annual general meeting of Bucher Industries AG, the shareholders agreed to all the proposals put forward by the board of directors. The dividend is CHF 6.50 per registered share. 179 shareholders with voting rights were present and a total of 73.97% of the votes were represented.
Bucher Emhart Glass, a division of Bucher Industries, is taking over the remaining shares of its joint venture with Shandong Sanjin Glass Machinery Co., Ltd. The joint venture was formed in 2011 and is the market leader for glass forming machinery in China. The complete takeover emphasizes the importance of the Chinese market for Bucher Industries and Bucher Emhart Glass and will lead to a faster and more systematic development of the subsidiary.
In 2017, the performance of Bucher Industries was pleasing overall. Order intake surged 20% year on year, and sales rose by 11%. The operating profit margin improved by 1.5 percentage points to 8.6% due to higher sales and optimised structures. The profit for the year amounted to CHF 168 million. The board of directors is proposing a dividend of CHF 6.50 per registered share.
The Board of Directors of Bucher Industries AG is to propose that the Annual General Meeting on 18 April 2018 elect Martin Hirzel as a new Board member.
Bucher Industries posted strong order intake and higher sales for the 2017 reporting year. The markets in which the Group operates performed particularly well in the second half of the year. All divisions contributed to the increase in sales. For the reporting year 2017, the Group is forecasting an improved operating profit margin and a significant increase in group profit.