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27/04/2012 - MOBOTIX AG ahead of time publishes half-year figures showing a strong second quarter
Here are the key performance indicators at a glance(October 1, 2011 to March 31, 2012):
- Revenue: €40.4 million
- Export ratio: 74%
- EBIT: €9.5 million
- EBIT in % of total output: 23%
- Net income (after tax): €6.7 million
- Earnings per share: €0.51
Winnweiler/Langmeil, Germany, April 26, 2012. MOBOTIX AG (ISIN DE0005218309), a supplier of high-resolution, network-based video security systems, announces the Group’s key figures in accordance with IFRS for the first half of fiscal year 2011/12 (October 1, 2011 to March 31, 2012) ahead of time.
In the current fiscal year 2011/12 the MOBOTIX Group recorded a strong second quarter with revenue growth of 17% compared to the prior year. Revenue growth for the first half of fiscal year 2011/12 amounted to 11%. With EBIT of €9.5 million (prior year: €8.5 million) the Group achieved an EBIT margin of 23%. Net income after tax grew by 16% to €6.7 million.
Revenue increases were seen primarily in Germany (+17%) and countries outside Europe (+23%), indicating a structural growth problem in certain European markets. Consequently, growth expectations for the full fiscal year need to be adjusted to growth of 15% to 20% and an EBIT margin of around 23%.
In the medium term, MOBOTIX expects continuing strong growth and high profitability in response to the enhancement of its sales and distribution organization outside of Europe and new products in the areas of video surveillance and door communication systems that will be launched to the market in short time. This past week, key product innovations such as the world’s first flexible double-hemispheric camera (S14) were presented to a wide range of industry experts on the Light + Building trade fair in Frankfurt, where they met with a high level of interest.
The Management Board of MOBOTIX AG will present all results relating to the first half of fiscal year 2011/12 in a teleconference on May 15, 2012 at 11.00 am CET.
The ad hoc announcement can be downloaded as pdf.
09/02/2012 - MOBOTIX AG gets off to a good start in fiscal year 2011/2012
Here are the key performance indicators for the first quarter:
(October 1 to December 31, 2011):
- Revenue: €20.8 million
- Export ratio: 74%
- EBIT: €4.9 million
- EBIT as a percentage of total output: 24%
- Profit for the period (after taxes): €3.5 million
- Earnings per share: €0.27
Winnweiler/Langmeil, Germany, February 9, 2012. MOBOTIX AG (ISIN DE0005218309), a supplier of high-resolution, network-based video security systems, has announced its consolidated financial results (IFRS) for the first quarter of the fiscal year 2011/2012 (October 1 to December 31, 2011).
The MOBOTIX Group has started the fiscal year 2011/2012 very successfully. Total revenue amounted to €20.8 million in the first three months after a very strong performance in the prior-year quarter (revenue of €19.6 million). The export ratio was 74%.
EBITDA reached €5.8 million, which resulted in an EBITDA margin of almost 29%. The Company reported EBIT of €4.9 million. Profit for the period (after taxes) rose by 6% to €3.5 million, which equated to earnings per share of €0.27.
The Company continues to forecast growth of 30 to 35% and an EBIT margin of 23% for the current fiscal year.
The Management Board of MOBOTIX AG will present all results relating to the first quarter of the fiscal year 2011/2012 in a teleconference on February 9, 2012 at 11.00 a.m. CET.
29/11/2011 - First Place in Germany’s SMB Ranking
MOBOTIX Score Points with Robust Growth, Strong Sales and International Focus
Winnweiler/Langmeil, Germany, November 29, 2011. The management consulting firm Munich Strategy Group evaluated a total of 1,600 businesses from across Germany for their "Top 100 – Small and Medium-Sized Business Rankings 2011". MOBOTIX, the world's largest manufacturer of network-based video security systems in the megapixel range, earned first place in the rankings thanks largely to their impressive growth and consistent expansion strategy. This Top 100 list was compiled in association with one of Germany’s biggest daily newspapers, "Die Welt".
Outstanding Results Thanks to Strong Sales and Consistent International Focus
Out of the 1,600 companies evaluated, MOBOTIX stood out through their dynamic growth. In the financial year 2010/2011, the Langmeil-based company reported a 36 percent increase in sales. Between 2005 and 2011, the technology company’s sales grew by an average of more than 35 percent, resulting in an increase in the rate of return of close to 20 percent. "MOBOTIX has a top-notch sales force. Within a very short time, the company successfully shifted its business model to focus on international markets", says Sebastian Theopold, Managing Director of Munich Strategy Group. All over the world, MOBOTIX video surveillance systems are in use at embassies, airports, train stations, ports, gas stations, hotels and highways. Cameras from the German manufacturer can even be found at soccer stadiums like Betzenberg, Paris, Donetsk (UEFA EURO 2012 stadium) and, in a few years, at the World Cup 2022 stadium in Qatar - not to forget the world-famous Vatican Library!
To achieve this success on international markets and to continue the global expansion, MOBOTIX maintains sales teams around the world, holds more than 20 international partner conferences each year and is present at over 100 trade fairs across the globe. These efforts are reflected in sales: 76 percent of all MOBOTIX camera systems are sold to international customers.
"We are very pleased to have earned first place in this nationwide ranking", says Dr. Ralf Hinkel, Founder and CEO of MOBOTIX. "In a relatively short time, our decentralized technology approach has led to some major successes that we intend to build on with ongoing technological developments and international expansion. Increasing our product range and moving into a bigger production facility at our Langmeil headquarters will certainly contribute to our future growth."
Impressive Success Story
Dr. Ralf Hinkel founded MOBOTIX in late 1999, and at the end of 2001, he launched his first cameras onto the market. What sets these cameras apart is the decentralized technological approach with a high-performance computer integrated into every camera and an optional long-term, digital flash memory (MicroSD card) that allows several days of recordings to be stored on the device. The image data is processed in the camera itself rather than being transported to the control center for analysis. The decentralized concept makes high-resolution video systems profitable for real-world applications, because despite megapixel resolution, the local networks hardly get loaded. As a result, high-resolution security systems can be implemented without any major network upgrades. The approach has proven to be a success as demonstrated by the long and growing list of companies from around the world that have opted for MOBOTIX systems.
18/11/2011 - MOBOTIX conducts a share split in the ratio 1:3
Winnweiler/Langmeil, Germany, November 18, 2011. On 21 October 2011, the general shareholder’s meeting of MOBOTIX AG resolved to increase the company’s registered share capital from company funds with a subsequent share split in the ratio 1:3. The implementation of the capital increase was registered with the company’s commercial register on 25 October 2011.
With effect of today the share split is executed. As per the account holdings on 17 November 2011 (at night), custodian banks rebook the holdings of shareholders in the ratio 1:3. Accordingly, for each existing no-par value bearer share the company’s shareholders receive two additional no-par value bearer shares. Crediting of the additional shares is effected solely by way of co-ownership interests in the global share certificate deposited with Clearstream Banking AG. Pursuant to the company’s articles of association claims for individual certification of interests is excluded. The conversion of the account holdings is effected free of charge for the shareholders.
The company believes that this share split will further increase the attractiveness of its shares, in particular for private investors.
15/11/2011 - World Market Leader For High-Resolution Video Systems Expands Market And Product Expertise With Torsten Anstädt
MOBOTIX AG starts the new fiscal year with personnel reinforcement
Winnweiler/Langmeil, Germany, November 15, 2011. MOBOTIX AG announces a significant personnel acquisition to the start of the new fiscal year 2011/2012 with Mr. Torsten Anstädt. At MOBOTIX AG, the world market leader for high-resolution video systems, Mr. Anstädt, an expert for intelligent video analysis, will be responsible for the development of "Strategic Product Marketing" starting November 15, 2011. His responsibilities include Product Management, Marketing as well as Communication within Sales, Support and Development.
Anstädt comes from AxxonSoft, the European market leader for open IP video management platforms. In his position as Managing Director from 2009 to 2011, he was responsible for the company's activities in the EMEA region. Previously, he was Managing Director EMEA and co-founder of Aimetis, the world market leader for intelligent video analysis. Between 2001 and 2003 he served as member of the board at Globaleye Network Intelligence, a software development company for intelligent video analysis in Great Britain.
"With Torsten Anstädt and his many years of experience, we increase our expertise tremendously", says Dr. Magnus Ekerot, CSO of MOBOTIX AG. "This brings us forward into the new target markets, such as Building Automation. We are very pleased to welcome an acknowledged expert in IP video and in intelligent video analysis to the growing MOBOTIX family."
"MOBOTIX offers enormous international expansion opportunities with its innovative products, the continuously growing product range and the new target markets that come along with the continuous growth", explains Torsten Anstädt. "It is extremely exciting to be part of this all and to positively help create and shape this development."
