Cadeler Reports Doubled Q1 Revenue & EBITDA, Maintains 2026 Guidance Amid Fleet Expansion

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Cadeler A announced Q1 2026 results with revenue and EBITDA nearly doubling, maintained its full-year 2026 guidance, and highlighted a strong order backlog and recent financing activities.

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• Strong Revenue and EBITDA Growth

  Q1 2026 revenue increased by 92% to EUR 125 million (from EUR 65 million in Q1 2025), and EBITDA grew by 96% to EUR 47 million (from EUR 24 million in Q1 2025), primarily due to fleet expansion with three new operating vessels.

• Net Loss Reported

  The company reported a net loss of EUR 7 million for Q1 2026, a decrease of EUR 9 million compared to a EUR 2 million profit in Q1 2025, mainly driven by higher financial expenses as vessels were delivered.

• 2026 Guidance Maintained

  Cadeler A reaffirmed its full-year 2026 guidance, expecting revenue between EUR 854 million and EUR 944 million, and EBITDA between EUR 420 million and EUR 510 million.

• Substantial Order Backlog

  The total order backlog stood at EUR 2,705 million as of May 20, 2026, with new contracts signed since January 2026, including a Preferred Supplier Agreement for a large offshore wind farm in Europe.

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Cadeler A reported strong operational growth in Q1 2026, with revenue and EBITDA nearly doubling year-over-year, driven by fleet expansion. While the company posted a net loss for the quarter, this was attributed to increased financial expenses from vessel deliveries rather than core operational issues. The reaffirmation of full-year 2026 guidance, coupled with a substantial order backlog and recent financing activities, indicates continued strategic execution and a positive outlook for future growth in the offshore wind installation market.