
In the third quarter, net sales increased by 7 percent to SEK 7,606 million, compared with SEK 7,138 million in the same period last year. EBITA rose to SEK 786 million from SEK 702 million, an increase of 10 percent adjusted for calendar effects. The EBITA margin improved from 9.8 to 10.3 percent.
For the first nine months of the year, net sales amounted to SEK 24,508 million, compared with SEK 23,038 million the previous year. EBITA increased to SEK 2,519 million from SEK 2,352 million, with a margin of 10.3 percent compared with 10.2 percent.
Sweco also continued to strengthen its operations through acquisitions, completing four company acquisitions during the quarter. Demand remained strong in energy, water, environment, and transport infrastructure. The market for public and commercial buildings improved, while the residential segment remained weak.
Sweco is one of Skirner's strategic holdings.