Quick look: Financials
2015 in figures
Wärtsilä performed well in 2015, given the challenging market environment. Net sales totalled EUR 5,029 million and the operating result before non-recurring items was EUR 612 million or 12.2% of net sales. The development was in line with the company’s long-term targets and with the guidance set for the year.

"Wärtsilä's financial standing is solid. Our focus on R&D and digitalisation creates a strong foundation for strengthening our position at the forefront of technological innovation.”
Marco Wirén
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Key figures
Net sales, MEUR |
5 029* |
Operating result before non-recurring items, MEUR |
612 |
% of net sales |
12.2 |
Profit before taxes |
553 |
Earnings per share, EUR |
2.25 |
Cash flow from operating activities |
255 |
Gearing |
0.17* |
Highlights
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Dividend proposal
The Board of Directors proposes that a dividend of 1.20 euro per share be paid for the financial year 2015, which represents 53.3% of earnings per share.
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R&D in focus
Wärtsilä has placed a strong emphasis on both product and solution innovation during 2015, particularly in the areas of efficiency improvement, fuel flexibility, and the reduction of environmental impact. In 2015, our R&D investments represented 2.6% of net sales.
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Marine Systems International
The acquisition of L-3 Marine Systems International was finalised and control of the company transferred to Wärtsilä with effect from 1 June. From the second quarter onwards, the MSI figures have been reported under Marine Solutions’ figures.