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South Port New Zealand H1 2026 earnings summary

Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.
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H1 2026 earnings summary13 Feb, 2026

Executive summary

  • Achieved record interim results in profit, revenue, and cargo volumes, driven by strong regional economic activity and normalization of New Zealand Aluminium Smelter volumes.

  • Channel deepening (Project Kia Whakaū) exceeded expectations, improving vessel safety, capacity, and supporting increased cargo throughput.

  • Strategic investments and operational improvements, including cost control and lower finance costs, have positioned the port for continued growth.

  • Cargo trends expected to continue in the second half, though tempered by maintenance and global uncertainties.

Financial highlights

  • Operating revenue for the half year rose 18% year-over-year to NZD 34.8 million, a new interim record.

  • EBITDA increased 23.4% year-over-year to NZD 15.29 million, with margin rising to 44%.

  • Reported after-tax profit reached NZD 8.45 million, up 46.8% year-over-year; normalized net profit after tax was NZD 8.6 million, up 36%.

  • Net debt reduced to NZD 29 million, with net debt to EBITDA at 1.1x.

  • Interim dividend increased to NZD 0.085 per share, fully imputed.

Outlook and guidance

  • Positive cargo trends and resilient volumes expected in H2, supported by agriculture, red meat sector, and aluminium smelter activity.

  • Strong operating free cash flows anticipated through FY 2026.

  • Opportunities emerging in energy and aquaculture sectors, requiring significant investment.

  • Continued focus on disciplined capital allocation and building future capability.

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South Port New Zealand Limited operates the Port of Bluff, located at the southern tip of New Zealand's South Island. The company provides a range of port services, including cargo handling, warehousing, and logistics support, catering to industries such as forestry, agriculture, fishing, and aluminum production. South Port handles various types of cargo, including bulk, breakbulk, and containerized goods, and offers storage and distribution solutions to support regional and international trade. The company is headquartered in Bluff, New Zealand, and its shares are listed on the NZX.

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