QinetiQ delivers strong Q1 following self-help programme
Privatised defence firm QinetiQ Group performed well in the first part of the financial year as its UK Service division continues to benefit from a more competitive cost base and better project execution as a result of the rigour embedded during the self-help programme.
Privatised defence firm QinetiQ Group performed well in the first part of the financial year as its UK Service division continues to benefit from a more competitive cost base and better project execution as a result of the rigour embedded during the self-help programme.
The division is continuing to build on its core services expertise, securing a contract to establish a new Unmanned Air Systems Capability Development Centre (UASCDC) to support the MOD with the rapid development of UAS programmes from concept to deployment.
In US Services, the performance continued to reflect uncertainties in the federal services market with customers delaying contract awards. The division still has a large number of submitted bids awaiting award decisions.
MoneyWeek
Subscribe to MoneyWeek today and get your first six magazine issues absolutely FREE

Sign up to Money Morning
Don't miss the latest investment and personal finances news, market analysis, plus money-saving tips with our free twice-daily newsletter
Don't miss the latest investment and personal finances news, market analysis, plus money-saving tips with our free twice-daily newsletter
The Global Products division had a strong first quarter, receiving orders for the Q-Net vehicle survivability product that were expected in the second half of the year. Two key orders, with a combined value of $44m, were for Navistar's MaxxPro MRAP vehicles operating in Afghanistan and for the US Army's Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck - the first time Q-Net has been fitted to a large haulage vehicle.
During the quarter the firm continued to generate cash and also completed a programme to repay $177m of private placement debt.
"Despite continuing uncertainty in the US market, the board believes that QinetiQ's increased competitiveness and agility will enable the group as a whole to perform in line with its expectations for the current financial year," the firm said.
The share price rose 1.51% to 168p by 13:00.
NR
Get the latest financial news, insights and expert analysis from our award-winning MoneyWeek team, to help you understand what really matters when it comes to your finances.
MoneyWeek is written by a team of experienced and award-winning journalists, plus expert columnists. As well as daily digital news and features, MoneyWeek also publishes a weekly magazine, covering investing and personal finance. From share tips, pensions, gold to practical investment tips - we provide a round-up to help you make money and keep it.
-
Inflation holds steady at 3.8% ahead of BoE meeting
The rate of inflation did not rise in August, but the Bank of England is still expected to keep interest rates on hold tomorrow
-
Thousands of savers with £250k pensions take cash over tax-free money and IHT fears
With a record £70 billion withdrawn from pensions in the year to March, experts are concerned savers are making knee-jerk decisions without advice that could affect their long term wealth