Month: September 2026

VALLOUREC BREAKS GROUND ON A PRODUCTION LINE IN BRAZIL FOR A NEW LINE PIPE THERMAL INSULATION COATING TECHNOLOGY
 

Meudon, September 10, 2026 – Vallourec, a world leader in premium tubular solutions, today broke ground on a new production line dedicated to Proxxima™ resin systems with Goldilocks™ subsea insulation technology (GDLX™) technology at its Serra facility in Espírito Santo, Brazil. This milestone marks a key step in the industrial deployment of the subsea thermal insulation technology licensed from ExxonMobil, strengthening Vallourec’s integrated offshore offering and reinforcing Brazil’s strategic role within the Group’s global industrial strategy.

The announcement was made during a visit by Philippe Guillemot, Chairman and CEO of Vallourec, underlining the strategic importance of the Serra operation for the Group. The project combines advanced technology and the development of local capabilities to support increasingly complex offshore projects in Brazil and international markets.

Proxxima™ resin systems featuring GDLX™ subsea insulation technology deliver enhanced thermal performance, extended cool-down time and faster insulation execution compared with conventional systems. The technology has already been selected for ExxonMobil’s Longtail deepwater project in Guyana, for which Vallourec will supply thermal insulated line pipes as part of its broader integrated offshore offering.

Strengthening Vallourec’s Industrial Footprint in Brazil

The investment in Serra builds on Vallourec’s long-standing presence in Brazil and further enhances the Group’s ability to deliver high value-added line pipe solutions for the offshore sector. Located close to the Port of Vitória, the facility is well positioned to serve both domestic and export markets while contributing to the development of local industrial expertise and the regional value chain.

Philippe Guillemot, Chairman of the Board of Directors and Chief Executive Officer, stated: “This milestone reflects Vallourec’s ability to bring together innovation, industrial excellence and customer proximity. By implementing the Proxxima™ resin systems with Goldilocks™ subsea insulation technology in Brazil, we are strengthening our offshore portfolio and opening new opportunities to support our customers’ most demanding projects with high-performance, integrated solutions. The enhanced capabilities provided by GDLX™ were instrumental in securing the Hammerhead and Longtail contracts, the largest line pipe orders ever secured by Vallourec.”

Andre Lacerda, Senior Vice President South America, Tube Activities, added: “This investment confirms the strategic role of Brazil within Vallourec’s global footprint. In Serra, we are expanding local capabilities, developing specialized expertise and reinforcing our commitment to Espírito Santo and to Brazil’s offshore industry over the long term.”         

About Vallourec

Vallourec is a world leader in premium tubular solutions for the energy markets and for demanding industrialapplications such as oil & gas wells in harsh environments, new generation power plants, challenging architectural projects, and high-performance mechanical equipment. Vallourec’s pioneering spirit and cutting-edge R&D open new technological frontiers. With close to 13,000 dedicated and passionate employees inmore than 20 countries, Vallourec works hand-in-hand with its customers to offer more than just tubes: Vallourec delivers innovative, safe, competitive and smart tubular solutions, to make every project possible.
Listed on Euronext in Paris (ISIN code: FR0013506730, Ticker VK), Vallourec is part of the CAC Mid 60, SBF 120 and Next 150 indices and is eligible for Deferred Settlement Service. In the United States, Vallourec has established a sponsored Level 1 American Depositary Receipt (ADR) program (ISIN code: US92023R4074, Ticker: VLOWY). Parity between ADR and a Vallourec ordinary share has been set at 5:1.

 For further information, please contact

 Investor Relations
 Daniel Thomson
 Tel: +44(0)75 91 83 74 05
 daniel.thomson@vallourec.com

 Individual shareholder relations
 Toll-free number: 0 800 505 110  
 actionnaires@vallourec.com

 Press relations
 Romain Grière
 Tel: +1 (718) 421-8374
 romain.griere@taddeo.fr

Nicolas Escoulan
Tel: +33 6 42 19 14 74
nicolas.escoulan@taddeo.fr 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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• PR_Groundbreaking Serra_final

        Thursday, September 10, 2026

PRESS RELEASE: 2026 Half-Year Results

Like-for-like Revenue decline, Net Income Group share stable.

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The first half of the year was marked by the integration of SAVENCIA Gourmet’s Chocolate activities on 1 April 2026. This operation led SAVENCIA to reorganize its activities into two sectors: Historical markets & activities and Developing markets & activities (1)

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Reported figures:

Key figures in €M	30/06/26	% CA	30/06/25(*)	% CA	Changes in %
					Total	Structure	Change & IAS 29	Growth Organic
Sales	3.486		3.396		2,6	6,9	-2,2	-2,0
Of which:
– Historical markets & activities	1.561		1.583		-1,4	1,6	0,3	-3,3
– Developing markets & activities	2.108		2.011		4,8	10,8	-4,2	-1,8
Current Operating Profit	88	2,5%	103	3,0%
Other operating costs and income	-13		-19
Operating result	75	2,2%	83	2,4%
Financial result	-9		-12
Financial result of which result on a monetary position	1		2
Corporate taxes	-25		-28
Result for the period	42	1,2%	45	1,3%
Net income Group share	38	1,1%	39	1,1%
Net financial debt (excluding IFRS 16)	815		464

(*) on a comparable, restated basis by sector.

As of June 30, 2026, SAVENCIA sales amounted to €3.486 billion, compared with €3.396 billion as of June 30, 2025, an increase of +2.6%. This change includes an organic decrease of -2.0% mainly related to a price effect, as well as a currency and IAS 29 effect of -2.2%, strongly offset by a positive structure effect of 6.9% related to the integration of SAVENCIA Gourmet Chocolate activities and the acquisition of Quata in Brazil.

Historical markets & activities recorded revenue of €1.561 billion, compared with €1.583 billion at June 30, 2025, a decrease of -3.3% on a like-for-like basis. The Cheese activities in Europe are impacted by a still fragile consumption and pressure on purchasing power reinforced since the beginning of the conflict in the Middle East.

Developing markets & activities generated revenue of €2.108 billion, compared with €2.011 billion at June 30, 2025, an increase of +4.8%. This increase is mainly driven by a 10.8% structural effect in line with the Chocolate Food Service Premium activities integrated on April 1 and the acquisition of Quata in Brazil. On a like-for-like basis, activity was down -1.8%, mainly due to the decline of industrial products’ quotation.

Current Operating Profit amounted to €88 million, compared to €103 million in 2025. This contraction can be explained on one hand by a start to the year strongly marked by the negative effects of surplus milk supply in a market saturated by a drop in demand. On the other hand, the integration of chocolate activities contributed negatively over the period, impacted by the Middle East crisis, and a negative effect of inventory valuation in the context of declining quotations.

At €13 million, Other operating costs and income decreased by €6 million. Net Income Group share was €38 million, almost stable compared to 2025.

SAVENCIA Net financial debt stood at €815 million, compared to €464 million in 2025, an increase of €351 million in connection with the two strategic acquisitions made during the half-year.

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The Group’s CSR commitment

This first half of 2026 marks the launch of the Group’s renewed CSR commitments and whose ambitions have been projected for ten years.
In regard to environment, the decarbonization trajectory is aligned by design with that validated by the SBTi (Science Based Target initiative): 1.5° by 2035 and net zero by 2050.
Efforts are continuing in all areas. In terms of scope 1 and 2, energy-saving measures have been deployed on all sites, integrating managerial routines, and energy conversion projects are gradually being extended.
The challenge of reducing water consumption also remains an operational priority through numerous projects on all sites.

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Like-for-like figures (considering an integration effect on January 1, 2026, of SAVENCIA Gourmet’s Chocolate activities)

Key figures in €M	30/06/26	% CA	30/06/25	% CA	Changes in %
					Total	Structure	Change & IAS 29	Growth Organic
Sales	3.650		3.701		-1,4	3,2	-2,3	-2,3
Of which:
– Historical markets & activities	1.606		1.660		-3,3	0,0	0,2	-3,5
– Developing markets & activities	2.236		2.259		-1,0	5,2	-3,9	-2,3
Current Operating Profit	81	2,2%	94	2,5%
Other operating costs and income	-13		-19
Operating result	68	1,9%	75	2,0%
Financial result	-12		-14
Financial result of which result on a monetary position	1		2
Corporate taxes	-23		-35
Result for the period	34	0,9%	28	0,8%
Net income Group share	29	0,8%	21	0,6%
Net financial debt (excluding IFRS 16)	815		717

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Appendix 1: Definition of the new IFRS scopes:

• Historical markets & activities include activities operating in mature markets with a stable and competitive environment, mainly cheese and chocolate activities (stores and retail) in France and Europe
• Developing markets & activities include activities operating in dynamic markets with a high capacity for development, mainly Ingredients, Premium Food Service, and all Americas and Asia Pacific activities.

Appendix 2: 2025 comparable figures (at constant scope and exchange rates)

Key figures in € million	SAVENCIA Comparable data H1			SAVENCIA Comparable data H2				Yearly 2025
	Q1 2025	Q2 2025	H1 2025	Q3 2025	Q4 2025	H2 2025
Sales	1.868	1.833	3.701	1.816	2.165	3.981		7.682
Of which:
– Historical markets & activities	833	827	1.660	859	1.100	1.959		3.619
– Developing markets & activities	1.140	1.119	2.259	1 058	1.171	2.229		4.488
Recurring operating income			94			158		252
Result for the period			28			82		110
Net income Group share			21			73		94

(The next publication will be on October 14, 2026 on the occasion of 3^rd quarter sales release)

Further information is available on the website savencia.com

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• Savencia SA -2026 Half year results