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Fincantieri raises 2026 guidance on the back of strong Q1 orders

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Posted on May 11, 2026

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· Last updated: May 11, 2026

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Fincantieri Boosts 2026 Financial Outlook Amidst Record Q1 Orders

Fincantieri's Upward Revision and Q1 Performance

Revised Full-Year Guidance

ROME, May 11 (Reuters) - Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri on Monday revised upwards its full-year guidance for revenues, core profit and net profit on the back of strong orders in the first months of the year.

Analysis of New Orders

Order Volume Comparison

New orders were down just over 70% to 3.4 billion euros ($4.00 billion) in the first quarter compared to 2025, but these did not include large contracts which were signed but not accounted for from January to February, the group said in a statement.

Surpassing Contract Targets

The state-controlled group said that in the first months of the year it had surpassed a target of 11 billion euros ($12.95 billion) in new contracts it had set for the whole of 2026.

Executive Commentary

CEO Statement on Growth

"The first quarter of 2026 confirms the consistency and strength of the Group's growth trajectory," Chief Executive Pierroberto Folgiero said in a statement.

Commercial Performance Milestone

Backlog and Delivery Visibility

"Commercial performance has reached a new milestone, with the highest-ever backlog of 74.2 billion euros, providing visibility on deliveries further extended through 2039," he added.

Additional Information

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Reporting Credits

(Reporting by Giulia Segreti, editing by Gavin Jones)

Key Takeaways

  • Despite Q1 orders appearing down over 70% YoY at €3.4 billion, they exclude major contracts signed Jan–Feb, boosting total 2026 new orders past its €11 billion target (Reuters)
  • The backlog reached a record €74.2 billion, extending delivery visibility to 2039 and reinforcing confidence in the updated guidance (Reuters)
  • This follows Fincantieri’s broader strategic momentum, including a strong 2025 performance, improved margins and deleveraging ahead of its 2026–2030 business plan (Jefferies; Fincantieri releases)

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Fincantieri raise its 2026 guidance?
Fincantieri raised its 2026 guidance due to strong orders in the first months of the year, including large contracts signed but not yet accounted for.
What was the value of Fincantieri's new orders in the first quarter?
Fincantieri's new orders totaled 3.4 billion euros ($4.00 billion) in the first quarter.
How much is Fincantieri's new contract backlog?
Fincantieri's contract backlog reached a record high of 74.2 billion euros, providing visibility on deliveries through 2039.
Who is the CEO of Fincantieri?
The CEO of Fincantieri is Pierroberto Folgiero.
Where is Fincantieri based?
Fincantieri is based in Rome, Italy.

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