Vaisala as an Investment
Observations for a Better World
Reliable environmental observations for better decision making, safety and efficiency.
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Fact sheet about Vaisala
Vaisala is a global leader in environmental and industrial measurement. Building on over 80 years of experience, Vaisala provides observations for a better world. We are a reliable partner for customers around the world, offering a comprehensive range of innovative observation and measurement products and services. Headquartered in Finland, Vaisala employs approximately 1,850 professionals worldwide and is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki stock exchange. www.vaisala.com www.twitter.com/VaisalaGroup
Review by the President and CEO
Fourth-quarter orders received and net sales increased. Full-year operating result 11% of net sales. Order book in Weather and Environment Business area decreased.
Strategy and Long-Term Financial Targets
Vaisala’s goal of profitable growth will be achieved by the strategic themes: creation of customer value, reliability, and simplification.
Market Information
In 2018, market for traditional weather observation solutions is expected to be flat and market for industrial measurement solutions is expected to be healthy.
Business Areas and Customers
Vaisala’s core business is environmental measurement, especially weather measurement and chosen industrial measurements.
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Business Outlook for 2019
Vaisala estimates its full-year 2019 net sales to be in the range of EUR 380–400 million and its operating result (EBIT) to be in the range of EUR 25–35 million including EUR 10–12 million acquisition related amortization and one-off expenses related to a lease contract.
Financial Statement Release January-December 2018, February 12, 2019
Acquisitions and Divestments
The goal of global market and product leadership is achieved mainly by organic growth supplemented by corporate acquisitions.
Risk Management
The objective of Vaisala’s risk management is to identify and manage material risks related to strategy implementation and business operations.
Sustainability
We aim to increase our positive impact on the society and environment, while decreasing any harmful impacts of our business.