Kolon Industries Reports Q1 Operating Profit of 61.9 Billion Won, Up 129.9% Year-on-Year

Sales Up 0.5% to 1.2374 Trillion Won
Recovery in Aramid and Engineering Plastics

Kolon Industries announced on May 8 that it recorded consolidated sales of 1.2374 trillion won and operating profit of 61.9 billion won in its provisional first-quarter results this year.

Sales and operating profit increased by 0.47% and 129.9%, respectively, compared to the same period last year.

A view of Kolon Industries One & Only Tower in the Magok Industrial Complex, Seoul. Kolon Industries

This performance is attributed to the results of ongoing operational efficiency (OE) projects, despite continued external uncertainties, as well as the expansion of sales of key products such as aramid, engineering plastics, and petroleum resins.

By business segment, the industrial materials division saw sales growth led by increased sales of aramid and engineering plastics. The expansion of high-value-added product lines also contributed to improved operating profit.

In the chemical division, the resumption of petroleum resin production (after scheduled maintenance was completed) and expanded sales to clients led to increases in both sales and operating profit compared to both the previous year and the previous quarter.

The fashion division posted increased sales year-on-year, driven by a recovery in consumer sentiment, efficient product distribution in response to weather changes, and strong sales of new products. Operating profit also turned to positive.

A Kolon Industries official stated, "Despite the uncertain external environment, the OE project has borne fruit, resulting in increased sales and operating profit across all business divisions. Moving forward, we will continue to lay the foundation for sustainable growth through operational efficiency and the expansion of high-value-added product lines."

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