Ferrovial kicks off 2026 with robust operating results
Ferrovial kicks off 2026 with robust operating results |
| [07-May-2026] |
AMSTERDAM, May 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ferrovial, a leading global infrastructure company, closed the first quarter of 2026 with robust growth, supported by the strong performance of its business units. Both revenue and adjusted EBITDA1 increased, driven mainly by U.S. highways performance.
"We have started 2026 with strong momentum, as evidenced by our significant revenue growth across all our North American highways, continued progress on key projects such as the New Terminal One (NTO) at JFK International Airport, and solid profitability in the Construction business. We see an attractive pipeline of assets in high-growth U.S. regions and increasing opportunities for public-private partnerships," said Ignacio Madridejos, Chief Executive Officer of Ferrovial. Adjusted EBITDA1 rose by 15% year-on-year on a like-for-like1 basis, reaching €321 million in the first quarter of 2026. Meanwhile, revenue totaled €2.1 billion, a 10.2% increase in like-for-like1 terms compared to the same period in the previous year, driven by substantial growth across all businesses. Ferrovial ended the first quarter of the year with a solid financial position, with €5.5 billion in liquidity1 and consolidated net debt1 of -€1.2 billion, excluding infrastructure projects in both cases. Operating results The Highways division's revenue increased by 13.7% in like-for-like terms1 to €336 million in the first quarter of 2026, driven by strong growth in North America. Adjusted EBITDA1 increased 10% in like-for-like1 terms to €235 million. U.S. Express Lanes recorded strong revenue-per-transaction growth, outpacing inflation. However, traffic was affected by adverse weather conditions during the period, primarily in January. In Canada, 407 ETR delivered outstanding performance in the first quarter of 2026, with double-digit EBITDA1 growth, despite adverse weather conditions. 407 ETR has approved the payment of a CAD 500 million dividend in the second quarter. The Construction division's order book1 reached an all-time high of €17.6 billion at the end of the first quarter 2026, with North America accounting for 45%, Poland 25%, and Spain 14% of the total order book1. Adjusted EBIT margin1 stood at 3.1%. In the Airports division, the New Terminal One (NTO) at JFK International Airport continued advancing toward operational readiness, achieving 87% construction progress. NTO has reached 30 commitments with airlines, including 21 executed agreements and 9 letters of intent. Conference call information Ferrovial will host a conference call on May 8, 2026, at 15:00 CEST / 9:00 a.m. EDT to discuss Q1 2026 financial results. Visit our investor relations page at https://www.ferrovial.com/en/ir-shareholders/ for more information. KEY FIGURES (Million euro)
NORTH AMERICA HIGHWAYS: PERFORMANCE Q1 2026 VS Q1 2025
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Any forward-looking statements contained in this presentation speak only as of the date hereof and accordingly undue reliance should not be placed on such statements. We disclaim any obligation or undertaking to update or revise any forward-looking statements contained in this presentation, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, other than to the extent required by applicable law. Forward-looking statements in this press release are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions contained in the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. We intend such forward-looking statements to be covered by relevant safe harbor provisions for forward-looking statements (or their equivalent) of any applicable jurisdiction. About Ferrovial Ferrovial is a leading global infrastructure company transforming highways, airports, and energy around the world. Its distinctive integrated business model supports the entire lifecycle of complex projects, from design and financing to construction, operation and maintenance. The company has a global presence and employs more than 22,500 people worldwide. North America is Ferrovial's growth engine, where it developed and is currently operating five Express Lanes across Texas, North Carolina and Virginia, and is managing the 407 ETR highway in Toronto, Canada. The company is also leading the development of the New Terminal One at JFK International Airport. Ferrovial shares trade under the ticker symbol FER on three stock markets: U.S. (Nasdaq100 Index), Spain (IBEX35), and the Netherlands. The company is included in globally recognized sustainability indices such as the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Index. 1 Non-IFRS financial measure. For the definition and reconciliation to the most directly comparable IFRS measure, refer to the Alternative Performance Measures appendix of the Q1 2026 results report. The detailed reconciliation of the Alternative Performance Measures can be found in the selected financial information available at https://www.ferrovial.com/en/ir-shareholders/financial-information/quarterly-financial-information/ (Excel file Q1 2026 Alternative Performance Measures)
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Company Codes: EuronextAmsterdam:FER,NASDAQ-NMS:FER,Madrid:FER,NASDAQ-GS:FER | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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