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    Earnings call· Jun 2026(Q2 FY26)

    TechnipFMC Q2 FY26 earnings call FTI

    Jul 30, 2026 Source

    Executive summary

    TechnipFMC Q2 FY26 — Strong Execution Drives Raised Full-Year Outlook

    TechnipFMC delivered strong second-quarter financial results, driven by robust execution and a strengthening offshore market. The company raised its full-year adjusted EBITDA outlook and reiterated confidence in a significant step-up in Subsea orders for 2027 and beyond, supported by enhanced client collaboration and the iEPCI model. Management is also actively developing iEPCI 2.0 to industrialize the water column and installation aspects of subsea projects.

    Highlights

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    • Total company revenue reached $2.8 billion in the period.

    • Adjusted EBITDA was $601 million, with a margin of 21.8% (excluding FX impacts).

    • Free cash flow generated was $488 million, with $440 million distributed to shareholders.

    • Subsea inbound orders reached $2.5 billion in the quarter, contributing to a book-to-bill above 1.

    • Full-year adjusted EBITDA expectation increased to approximately $2.19 billion.

    Concerns

    1

    • Surface Technologies revenue decreased 3% sequentially, driven by reduced activity in the Middle East due to ongoing conflict and lower North America activity.

    Guidance & targets

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    CategoryTargetConfidence
    Total company adjusted EBITDA
    approximately $2.19 billion
    high materiality
    High
    Full-year Free Cash Flow
    tracking towards $1.45 billion
    high materiality
    High
    Subsea revenue
    near the top end of guidance range
    medium materiality
    High
    Subsea adjusted EBITDA margin
    near the top end of guidance range
    medium materiality
    High
    Surface Technologies revenue
    closer to the low end of the guidance range
    medium materiality
    Medium
    Surface Technologies adjusted EBITDA margin
    just above the midpoint
    medium materiality
    Medium
    Corporate expense
    approximately $120 million
    low materiality
    High
    Subsea revenue
    in line with the second quarter
    medium materiality
    High
    Subsea adjusted EBITDA margin
    in line with the second quarter
    medium materiality
    High
    Surface Technologies revenue
    increase mid- to high single digits sequentially
    medium materiality
    High
    Surface Technologies adjusted EBITDA margin
    approximately 17.5%
    medium materiality
    High
    Subsea inbound orders
    $10 billion
    high materiality
    High
    Subsea inbound orders
    step-up
    high materiality
    High
    Subsea inbound revenue and adjusted EBITDA margin
    grow
    high materiality
    High

    Segment performance

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    SegmentRevenueYoYQoQMargin
    Subsea
    Sequential revenue improvement driven by increased project activity, particularly iEPCI projects in the North Sea and Mediterranean, partially offset by lower activity in Africa and the U.S. Gulf. Adjusted EBITDA was $577 million, up 31% sequentially, due to strong execution and higher project activity.
    		$2.5 billion—13% increase23.2% Adjusted EBITDA margin
    Surface Technologies
    Decrease driven by reduced activity in the Middle East due to ongoing conflict and lower activity in North America, partially offset by strength in other international markets. Adjusted EBITDA was $5 million, an increase of 1% sequentially, with margin up 70 basis points from Q1.
    		$276 million—3% decrease18.1% Adjusted EBITDA margin

    Operational metrics

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    Adjusted EBITDA
    $601 million
    Q2 FY26

    Strong performance driven by robust execution.

    Shareholder distributions
    $440 million
    Q2 FY26

    Delivering on commitment to return majority of free cash flow.

    Capital expenditures
    $60 million
    Q2 FY26

    Capex in the quarter.

    Share repurchase
    $420 million
    Q2 FY26

    Part of shareholder distributions.

    Dividends
    $20 million
    Q2 FY26

    Part of shareholder distributions.

    Total shareholder distributions
    $725 million95% of free cash flow
    First six months of the year

    Cumulative distributions for the first half of FY26.

    Cash and cash equivalents
    $992 million
    Q2 FY26

    Balance at quarter end.

    Net cash position
    $590 million
    Q2 FY26

    Balance at quarter end.

    Corporate expense
    $26 million
    Q2 FY26

    Quarterly corporate expenses.

    Net interest expense
    $4 million
    Q2 FY26

    Quarterly net interest expense.

    Tax expense
    $114 million
    Q2 FY26

    Quarterly tax expense.

    Subsea 2.0 new orders
    80%
    Current

    Percentage of new Subsea orders that are Subsea 2.0 architecture.

    Subsea 2.0 revenue
    50%
    Current

    Percentage of Subsea revenue derived from Subsea 2.0 architecture.

    Industry KPIs

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    MetricValueDetails
    Rpo backlogrecord level
    Book to bill ratioabove 1x
    FCF CAPEX leverage$488 millionUSD
    Aftermarket installed base—
    Orders bookings by segment$2.5 billionUSD
    Segment adjusted EBITDA margin23.2%%

    Orderbook & backlog

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    Total inbound orders$2.7 billionQ2 FY26
    Subsea inbound orders$2.5 billionQ2 FY26
    Subsea opportunities listrecord levelQ2 FY26

    increased again this quarter

    Provides a robust pipeline of opportunities extending beyond the end of the decade.

    Subsea orders year-to-date$4.4 billionQ2 FY26

    Deals & partnerships

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    VAR EnergyiEPCI awards for Ophelia and Goa Nord projects

    Utilizes integrated model across multiple fields through coordinated portfolio execution in the North Sea.

    EquinorSubsea production systems for a portfolio of subsea tiebacks

    Leverages standardized solutions for multiple projects on the Norwegian continental shelf.

    Long-standing partnerIntegrated global collaboration agreement

    Builds on iEPCI principles, combining early engagement, field optimization, and execution capabilities. Engages TechnipFMC up to a year earlier in the project development cycle.

    ADNOCRecognition for significant role as a local manufacturer and partner

    Recognition within ADNOC's in-country value program, central to UAE's investment in the local economy.

    Risks & headwinds

    1
    Reduced activity in the Middle EastQ2 FY26

    Surface Technologies revenue decreased 3% sequentially

    Mitigation: Focus on the right customers, geographies, and differentiated technologies; ADNOC recognition positions company well for future growth in the region.

    What to watch in Q3 FY26

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    Subsea inbound orders

    H2 FY26
    Current$4.4 billion YTD
    TargetOn track for $10 billion full-year target

    Why it matters

    Achievement of the full-year Subsea inbound target is critical for future revenue and margin growth, especially given the expected step-up in 2027.

    We see a strengthening order trend in the second half of the year, providing us with confidence in achieving $10 billion of Subsea inbound in 2026.

    Q&A highlights

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    Asked about the brownfield opportunities, specifically the 2-year first oil delivery and the potential for electrification to expand the radius of tie-backs, and if this is a current or future opportunity.

    Management confirmed that current brownfield projects leverage existing host facilities for short-cycle delivery, driven by a portfolio approach for consistency and faster time to first oil. Electrification (all-electric solution) is a future opportunity that could increase the tie-back radius by 4x, significantly expanding the brownfield market.

    “The opportunity that lies ahead is exactly what you said, growing the brownfield market. How do we grow the brownfield market is by being able to in an efficient, short cycle and economic way tie back from further distances from the host facility. And with the all electric solution, we now can go and increase that radius around the host facility by 4x and hence, reach a much greater feel -- a much greater opportunity set in terms of marginal fields and tieback opportunities.”

    asked by Derek Podhaizer · answered by Douglas Pferdehirt

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    Detailed Narrative

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    Strong Q2 Financial Performance

    TechnipFMC reported a strong second quarter, with total company revenue of $2.8 billion and adjusted EBITDA of $601 million, achieving a 21.8% margin excluding foreign exchange impact🌐s. The company generated $488 million in free cash flow and returned $440 million to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases, fulfilling its commitment to distribute the majority of free cash flow. This performance led to an increased full-year adjusted EBITDA expectation of approximately $2.19 billion.

    02

    Subsea Order Momentum and Portfolio Approach

    Subsea inbound orders reached $2.5 billion in Q2, including four announced awards, contributing to a book-to-bill ratio above 1. The company highlighted a growing trend of clients applying a portfolio approach to both greenfield and brownfield expansion opportunities, leveraging existing infrastructure and standardized solutions to reduce cycle times. Examples include VAR Energy's iEPCI awards for Ophelia and Goa Nord, and Equinor's subsea tiebacks, aiming for first oil within two years.

    03

    Enhanced Client Collaboration and Visibility

    TechnipFMC is experiencing deeper client collaboration and earlier engagement in the project development process, sometimes up to a year before critical subsea architecture and investment decisions are made. This expanded collaboration, exemplified by a new integrated global agreement with a long-standing partner, provides greater visibility into future development opportunities and allows for optimization at the portfolio level. This early involvement helps accelerate time to Final Investment Decision (FID) and ensures shorter project cycle times.

    04

    iEPCI 2.0 Industrialization Initiative

    Management is actively pursuing the industrialization of the iEPCI model, referred to as iEPCI 2.0, to extend the efficiencies achieved with Subsea 2.0 (seabed equipment) to the water column (umbilicals, risers, flowlines) and installation aspects of subsea projects. This initiative is expected to be a 'game changer' for the industry, further reducing cycle times and improving project economics. While still in the concept select and experimentation phase, it is a major focus for the company and is anticipated to be a significant future development.

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    Offshore Market Dynamics and Geographical Diversification

    The offshore market is seen as resilient and expanding, with Subsea becoming a more strategic consideration for clients due to its geographical diversity. Governments, NOCs, and IOCs are seeking to diversify supply sources and are re-evaluating their own offshore resources. New entrants are increasingly participating in deepwater subsea projects, often relying on TechnipFMC's integrated offering for end-to-end project delivery, from engineering to long-term service contracts.

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    Subsea Services as a Crown Jewel

    The Subsea Services business is highlighted as a consistent and important segment, operating on an OEM model for high-end, automated, and robotic equipment deployed deep in the ocean. These assets require inspection, maintenance, and repair over their 20-30 year lifespan, providing predictable and accretive revenue. The growth of this business is directly linked to the expansion of the installed base on the seabed, with direct awards often including life-of-field service contracts.

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