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WashTec AG is the world's leading provider of innovative vehicle washing technology and comprehensive solutions for car wash operators globally. Founded in 1885 in Augsburg, Germany, through its predecessor Kleindienst GmbH, the company has pioneered advancements like the first fully automatic car cleaning system in 1962 and gantry carwashes in 1963, evolving via key mergers including the 2000 formation of WashTec AG from WESUMAT and California Kleindienst. It offers a wide array of products such as gantry/portal carwashes, self-service stations, conveyor tunnel systems, truck and commercial vehicle wash equipment, water recovery systems, and digital platforms for networked management. Complementary services include full maintenance, spare parts, on-call agreements, upgrades, car wash management, financing, leasing, and specialized chemicals under Auwa and TecsLine brands, emphasizing eco-friendly options. Serving petroleum companies, filling stations, supermarkets, repair shops, freight firms, and public transport across Europe, North America, Asia Pacific, and 80 countries, WashTec supports over 50,000 installations worldwide with 1,700 employees and 600 in-house technicians, driving efficiency, sustainability, and digital transformation in the car wash industry.
Operating margin is thin at 9.71%. Limited cushion if revenue slows or costs rise, not the profile of a wide-moat business.
Revenue grew 4.6%, steady but not accelerating.
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Profitability & Returns
Revenue (TTM)
€501M
▲ +4.6% YoY
Net Income (TTM)
€30M
▼ -1.1% YoY
Op. Margin
9.54%
ROIC
20.91%
▼ -1.7pp YoY
Cash Flow & Balance Sheet
FCF (FY)
€41M
Op. Cash Flow (TTM)
€48M
▼ -2.6% YoY
Net Debt
€51M
Cash & Equiv.
€18M
3Y CAGR: +1.1%
3Y CAGR: +39.6%
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