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Half-Year Results Fiscal Year 2026 November 3, 2026, Winterthur, Switzerland 3 November 2026 Half-Year Results Fiscal Year 2026 1
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The contents of this document, including all statements made therein, are based on estimates, assumptions and other information currently available to the management of Burckhardt Compression. This document contains certain statements related to the future business and financial performance or future events involving Burckhardt Compression that may constitute forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements contained herein could be substantially impacted by risks, influences and other factors, many of which are not foreseeable at present and/or are beyond Burckhardt Compression’s control, so that the actual results, including Burckhardt Compression’s financial results and operational results, may vary materially from and differ from those, expressly or implicitly, provided in the forward-looking statements, be they anticipated, expected or projected. Burckhardt Compression does not give any assurance, representation or warranty, expressed or implied, that such forward-looking statements will be realized. Further, any reference to past performance is not necessarily a guide to the future. Except as required by law, Burckhardt Compression is under no obligation to, and explicitly disclaims any obligation to, update or otherwise review its forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. This document, including any and all information contained therein, is not intended as, and may not be construed as, an offer or solicitation by Burckhardt Compression for the purchase or disposal of, trading or any transaction in any Burckhardt Compression securities. Investors must not rely on this information for investment decisions and are solely responsible for forming their own investment decisions. The information and material provided in this document are intended for information purposes only and do not constitute a prospectus pursuant to the Swiss Financial Services Act (as amended) or the laws of any other jurisdiction or any other type of offering document. Disclaimer 3 November 2026 Half-Year Results Fiscal Year 2026 2
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Agenda 1 Key Highlights and Market Developments 04 2 Operational Review 10 3 Financial Review 19 4 Outlook and Wrap-up 23 3 November 2026 Half-Year Results Fiscal Year 2026 3
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Key Highlights and Market Developments Fabrice Billard CEO 3 November 2026 Half-Year Results Fiscal Year 2026 4
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Sustained value creation in a temporarily disrupted market environment Order intake returns to growth Sales in line with expected project phasing EBIT margin on track RONOA further increased FY 2026 guidance confirmed MRP guidance 2027 HY 2026 12.1% HY 2025 12.7% -0.6pp HY 2026 459.0 HY 2025 516.2 -11.1% HY 2026 422.5 HY 2025 400.7 +5.4% Sales ~CHF 1’200 EBIT margin 12-15% Timing subject to visibility Sales CHF 900-1’000 EBIT margin ~12% Stronger H2 sales expected HY 2026 40.1% HY 2025 36.2% +3.9pp HY 2026 43.0 HY 2025 48.7 -11.6% Net income in line with lower sales 3 November 2026 Half-Year Results Fiscal Year 2026 5 Financials (in mn CHF)
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451 706 581 615 401 423 525 562 544 536 383 FY 2021 FY 2022 FY 2023 FY 2024 FY 2025 FY 2026 63 November 2026 Half-Year Results Fiscal Year 2026 Return to order growth despite continued short-term uncertainty Growth in both divisions despite temporary effects of Middle East conflict, supported by: • Fewer disputes over US tariffs • Strong, established position in growing marine market • Expansion into new applications • Large Service orders from China • Strong customer relationships and active commercial engagement • Acquisition of Fornovo Gas Growing demand for global energy security creating new opportunities Order intake In mn CHF H2H1
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UAE Saudi Arabia Oman Qatar China Middle East conflict temporarily disrupts markets New opportunities to support energy security are emerging 3 November 2026 Half-Year Results Fiscal Year 2026 7 Systems: Existing local projects continuing; Alternative routes create opportunities China: Reduced feedstock affecting core markets; alternative applications emerging Temporary market disruption Market unaffected≈ Oman Saudi Arabia UAE ≈ Qatar • Multiple GCC petrochemical, refinery and LNG sites running at reduced and unstable production rates • Customers delaying maintenance, overhaul, and service activities • Service business temporarily reduced by ~40% in the region; progressive recovery expected once situation stabilizes • Reduced feedstock and rising operating costs affects refinery and petrochemical activities in the region, esp. China • Many investments postponed in LNG dependent industries • New coal-to-olefin projects getting close to final decision to increase China’s energy independence • Existing Systems projects execution continues despite current context • Increasing investment expected in routes bypassing the Strait of Hormuz • In Saudi (Yanbu, Rabigh), UAE (Fujairah), Oman • Potential for new refineries, petrochemical plants, ammonia plants, storage, export terminals ≈ Services: Plants are operating at reduced capacity, disrupting service activities GCC: Gulf Cooperation Council New opportunities emerging
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EVA demand related to solar panels growing Overcapacity and lack of feedstock in China delay investments in new Hyper and Low- pressure projects Sustained demand for polyolefins in India Hyper projects in Middle-East, Korea and India expected in coming years Trends across segments and regions Note: Arrows shows trend vs previous 6 months Markets dynamics highly dependent on application and region 1HY FY 2026 market trends Stable market No new polysilicon investments due to persisting overcapacity Growth in semiconductor applications in Taiwan and Korea Good development of traditional upstream applications in US, and selected countries in CIS, ME, and Africa Entry into biomethane applications in Europe (Fornovo Gas); biogas continue in India CCUS project pipeline further developing but at slow pace Europe: Sustained positive momentum across major hydrogen markets China: Green hydrogen project activities slowed significantly NAM: Activity remains limited, with U.S. market largely inactive and Canadian projects advancing slowly Strong pipeline for LNG tankers and bunker vessels High- vs low-pressure engine technology: uncertainty remains LPG tankers developing positively again Continuous activity for LNG import terminals Selective investments in new conventional refineries and in capacity expansions progressing in Asia and Africa Slowdown in China SAF and e-fuels gaining momentum due to regulations in certain markets, but still cautious investments Gas Transport & Storage Petrochemical/ Chemical Industry H2 Mobility & Energy Industrial Gas Refinery Gas Gathering & Processing 3 November 2026 Half-Year Results Fiscal Year 2026 8
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Measures implemented to strengthen competitiveness and structurally improve our cost base Resilient set-up Measures implemented in FY 2025 Additional measures implemented in FY 2026 • Sizeable order backlog • Diversified end markets • New applications • Hedge between “new” and “old” energies • Resilient Service business with increasing installed base • Regional supply chains • Global footprint with local value-added • Targeted cost reduction measures in certain countries and functions • Workload-based reduction of external & temporary workers • Global restrictions for new hires • Simplification of global functions in Systems Division • Increase of EU outsourcing in Switzerland to save costs and reduce dependence on CHF • Reduction of 220 positions, incl. 150 in Switzerland. CHF 20 mn annual savings expected from FY 2027 • Development of Global Service Center in India with new capabilities in Sales and Engineering • Localization of selected products and components in China and India • Continuation of operational excellence project in Switzerland (Fit4Growth) 3 November 2026 Half-Year Results Fiscal Year 2026 9
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Operational Review Fabrice Billard CEO 3 November 2026 Half-Year Results Fiscal Year 2026 10
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Key figures - Systems Division Systems Division Orders return to growth; double-digit EBIT margin maintained In mn CHF 1HY FY 2026 1HY FY 2025 Change Order intake 260.9 245.5 +6.3% Sales 320.1 377.3 -15.2% Gross profit 66.0 79.8 -17.2% In % of sales 20.6% 21.1% -0.5pp EBIT 32.9 38.6 -14.7% In % of sales 10.3% 10.2% +0.1pp • Order intake up 6.3% (+3.0% net of FX effects & Fornovo Gas acquisition) o Strong marine market (LNG / LPG) o New applications (CO2 Carrier, applications in semiconductor industry) o Reference order in Brazil o Strait of Hormuz closure weighing on PCI segment in Asia and Europe • Sales decreased by 15.2% (-18.0% net of FX effects & Fornovo Gas acquisition) o Lower order backlog relative to historical highs o Expected project phasing • Gross profit margin down 0.5pp o Restructuring costs o Lower capacity utilization o Largely compensated by operational excellence and cost optimization • EBIT margin stable o Strict cost management o Lower R&D expenses o Less negative “Other Op. expenses” linked to FX 3 November 2026 Half-Year Results Fiscal Year 2026 11
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1. Global Service Center Systems Division Focus on operational excellence; strong progress on product development Strengthen core business • Extended product offering in marine with launch of the BOG100-2.0 Operational excellence • Fit4Growth program continuing in Swiss factory (Outsourcing of non-core activities, automation, etc.) • Workforce adjustment to expected lower workload • Strengthening Global Service Center in India Transform & build new growth avenues • Accelerated access to biogas and biomethane market with Fornovo Gas • Won orders in new applications: BOG management for CO2 tanker, high-purity hydrogen for semiconductor production, gas turbine testing facilities Enhance business foundations • Further simplified organizational structure and consolidate selected functions Progress towards our strategic objectives 3 November 2026 Half-Year Results Fiscal Year 2026 12
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Entering ~CHF 200 mn European biogas and biomethane market with Fornovo Gas – Potential for global roll-out 2 x DA300 packages • DA300, 3 stages, 110kw • Oil-free • Gas vent recovery included with SA50 compressor • Low noise GasVector® container solution Fornovo Gas awarded by Honeywell Technologies for a biomethane reverse flow project in Ireland in September 2026 • Fornovo Gas provides Burckhardt Compression with immediate access to the European biogas and biomethane market, estimated at ~CHF 200 mn • The company delivers comprehensive solutions covering multiple biomethane production and compression applications • Cross-sell activity already materializing: over 70 customer RFQs generated via Burckhardt Compression’s network since July 2026; first joint project sold Biogas plant Grid injection & reverse flow Upgrading to biomethane Biowaste Domestic usage CNG Station Fornovo Gas in the biogas and biomethane value chain Entering the biogas and biomethane market Fornovo Gas’ solutions 3 November 2026 Half-Year Results Fiscal Year 2026 13 CNG Solution for Illustrative example of reverse flow installation implemented by Fornovo Gas (France)
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* Illustrative market split between recip, screw and BC Launched new marine compressor for LNG-fueled merchant ships Sets new technical benchmark and expands addresssable market New marine compressor launched: BOG100-2.0 Improved efficiency vs previous model Lower lifecycle costs vs alternatives • New generation cryogenic technology optimized for marine BOG; with gas-tight and oil-free design • 10-15% higher efficiency compared to previous model • Maintenance-optimized, compact and oil-free design simplifies onboard operation and reduces service complexity • 40-50% lower fuel consumption compared to screw compressor alternative, thanks to cryogenic capabilities 3 November 2026 Half-Year Results Fiscal Year 2026 14 • Current market: ~100 vessels per year shared between screw and recip compressors • ~CHF 80-100 mn market • Targeting increase of BC share Strengthens our addressable market for LNG-fueled merchant ships Other recip’s brands market share BC current market share Screw market shareBC potential BC LNG-fueled merchant ship market* 100%
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Metallization 153 November 2026 Half-Year Results Fiscal Year 2026 Expanding application portfolio into semiconductor applications with proven hydrogen compression capabilities H2 Production Purification Booster Compressor Growing semiconductor demand driven by AI, data centers, and digital infrastructure increasing need for hydrogen compression solutions High purity, safety, and reliability standards ensured through Burckhardt Compression's proven technology 11 compressors sold to 2 customers in Taiwan and Korea Compressor type: Diaphragm MD5, MD10 and MD12 Main semiconductor production steps H2 H2 H2 Doping & AnnealingEtchingAdvanced Lithography Thin-Film Formation Wafer Preparation
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Key figures - Services Division Services Division Resilient business performance amid market disruptions • Order intake up 4.1% (+2.6% net of FX effects & Fornovo Gas acquisition) o Further growth in marine o A few large orders in Asia o Middle East and Asia negatively affected by conflict • Sales stable vs prior year (-1.7% net of FX effects & Fornovo Gas acquisition) o Americas up, Asia trending lower, other regions stable • Gross margin down 0.7pp o Restructuring costs o Less favorable product mix o Reduced capacity utilization in some service locations mainly in Europe • EBIT margin down 2.3pp o Lower gross margin o Higher R&D costs In mn CHF 1HY FY 2026 1HY FY 2025 Change Order intake 161.6 155.2 +4.1% Sales 138.9 138.9 0.0% Gross profit 65.4 66.4 -1.6% In % of sales 47.1% 47.8% -0.7pp EBIT 30.1 33.2 -9.4% In % of sales 21.6% 23.9% -2.3pp 3 November 2026 Half-Year Results Fiscal Year 2026 16
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1. Especially for UP! Detect and BC ACTIVATE with emission savings proof Services Division Systematic progress on all four pillars Progress towards our strategic objectives Strengthen core business • ACT integration into the US organization completed, strengthening local manufacturing and service capabilities • New compressor valve model for merchant shipping applications Operational excellence • Optimized ring/valve manufacturing incl. machining modernization (Winterthur) • First 3D-printed parts delivered; further customer rollouts underway • Machinery modernization at SAMR, incl. robot-assisted production Transform & build new growth avenues • Developing new AI-enhanced monitoring solution • Several LTSAs secured with LNG carrier operators • Service agreement with major natural gas storage facility covering OBCs Enhance business foundations • Global CRM and SAP rollout completed in Europe and Asia 3 November 2026 Half-Year Results Fiscal Year 2026 17
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0 20 40 60 80 100 120 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 YTD Number of compressors under service agreement Number of compressors operating 183 November 2026 Half-Year Results Fiscal Year 2026 Increasing marine fleet coverage through long-term service and framework agreements, generating greater service visibility Five-year LTSA renewed with a leading global LNG carrier operator following the successful completion of the initial agreement Fleet-wide coverage of nine LNG carriers and 13 Laby®-GI compressors, including maintenance, condition monitoring and fleet management Proven compressor availability above 97%, with fewer unplanned interventions and minimized operational downtime Predictive maintenance enabled by Prognost®-NT, supported by weekly performance assessments and advance spare-parts planning Renewal demonstrates strong customer loyalty, reinforces recurring, predictable service revenues through long-term fleet partnership and supports conversion of maintenance demand as activity normalizes Service agreement development in H1 FY 2026 Coverage of LNG carrier compressors with service agreements 81% x% Percentage of covered operating LNG carrier compressor 10%
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Financial Review Rolf Braendli CFO 3 November 2026 Half-Year Results Fiscal Year 2026 19
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In mn CHF 1HY FY 2026 1HY FY 2025 Change Order intake 422.5 400.7 +5.4% Sales 459.0 516.2 -11.1% Gross profit 131.4 146.2 -10.1% In % of sales 28.6% 28.3% +0.3pp SG&A expenses -63.4 -63.4 0.0% R&D expenses -12.7 -15.2 -16.5% Other operating income 0.1 -2.1 EBIT 55.5 65.5 -15.4% In % of sales 12.1% 12.7% -0.6pp EBT 57.3 63.5 -9.8% Income tax expenses -14.3 -14.8 Net income incl. minorities 43.0 48.7 -11.6% Thereof minorities 0.0 0.0 EPS 12.74 14.40 -11.5% Reported results Group financials Resilience in a temporarily disrupted market • Order intake up 5.4% (+2.9% net of FX translation effects & Fornovo Gas acquisition) o Growth supported by both Divisions o Driven by marine, new applications and large service orders in Asia • Sales down 11.1% (-13.6% net of FX translation effects & Fornovo Gas acquisition) o Driven by lower opening order backlog and project delivery schedules • Gross margin up 0.3pp o Higher share of Services business in the group mix • SG&A at 13.8% of sales (1HY FY 2025: 12.3%) o Temporary increase due to lower sales volume • R&D 2.8% of sales (1HY FY 2025: 2.9%) o Focus on marine, Digital Solutions and new applications • EBIT margin down 0.6pp o Fully driven by one-off restructuring costs of CHF 3.4 mn o Excluding one-off restructuring costs, EBIT margin was 12.8% • Net income down 11.6% o Financial income: Interest income on cash and pos. FX effects on IC loans o Tax rate: 24.9% (1HY FY 2025: 23.3%) 3 November 2026 Half-Year Results Fiscal Year 2026 20
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Cash flow statement Group financials Strong cash generation from operations In mn CHF 1HY FY 2026 1HY FY 2025 Cash initial balance as of April 1 263.0 222.9 Cash Flow from Operating Activities (CFO) 59.9 30.3 Cash Flow from Investing Activities (CFI) -36.4 -21.1 Cash Flow from Financing Activities (CFF) -63.9 -60.7 Currency translation differences 14.5 -11.7 Cash position as of September 30 237.1 159.7 Borrowings -152.2 -153.4 Net financial position +84.9 +6.3 • CFO at CHF +59.9 mn o Further positive development in A/R thanks to cash collection • CFI at CHF -36.4 mn o Maintenance CAPEX and IT investments o Acquisition of Fornovo Gas in Italy • CFF at CHF -63.9 mn o Dividend paid FY 2025 (CHF -60.9 mn) vs FY 2024 (CHF -60.8 mn) • Currency translation differences at CHF +14.5 mn o Positive translation effects on cash positions in subsidiaries in China and other locations outside Switzerland • Borrowings remained stable, mainly consisting of a Bond of CHF 150 mn with a term until September 2028 3 November 2026 Half-Year Results Fiscal Year 2026 21
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Balance sheet Group financials Robust balance sheet In mn CHF 1HY FY 2026 1HY FY 2025 Property, plant & equipment 179.5 172.0 Inventories • Thereof WIP • Thereof adv. payments to suppliers 366.8 171.4 63.5 438.2 237.5 72.0 Trade receivables 254.9 270.9 Trade payables 175.8 150.8 Adv. payments from customers 271.5 363.6 Shareholders’ equity 337.7 303.8 Shareholders equity in % of balance sheet total 29.2% 26.1% Balance sheet total 1’156.6 1’166.1 • Property, plant and equipment stable • WIP and advance payments from customers normalized following the execution and delivery of projects from the high opening backlog. Projects remained more than fully financed by customers, with a positive net balance of CHF +36.6 mn (1HY FY25: CHF +54.1 mn). • Trade receivables reduced o 40.8% of trade receivables overdue more than 90 days (1HY FY25: 37.8%), absolute amount stable on high level • Total equity increased to CHF 337.7 mn (CHF +33.9 mn), driven by net income and positive cumulative translation adjustments (CTA) on equity • Equity ratio up 3.1pp, despite Goodwill offset from Fornovo Gas acquisition (CHF 19.2 mn) 3 November 2026 Half-Year Results Fiscal Year 2026 22
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Outlook and Wrap-up Fabrice Billard CEO 3 November 2026 Half-Year Results Fiscal Year 2026 23
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Fiscal year 2026 guidance confirmed amid shift in underlying assumptions FY 2026 Guidance Market disruptions expected to continue in H2 FY 2026 Strong backlog and new opportunities unlocked Measures implemented to optimize cost base Further sale synergies expected with Fornovo Gas Continued progress on strategic objectives FY 2026 Sales (CHF) EBIT margin 900 mn to 1’000 mn Stronger H2 vs H1 ~12% 3 November 2026 Half-Year Results Fiscal Year 2026 24
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1Especially middle-class Mid-term outlook Global megatrends continue to underpin our Mid-Range Plan trajectory • Additional infrastructure required to ensure energy availability (e.g. storage) • Increased requirements for locally- produced energy • Investment to transport and trade energy • Growing share of natural gas in energy mix • New sustainable energy infrastructure • Monitoring and upgrade of older installations • Increased demand for chemical products, polymers and industrial gases • Rising transport and global trade leading to growing fuel requirements Growing global population1 Energy security Energy transition 3 November 2026 Half-Year Results Fiscal Year 2026 25
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26 * Excluding restructuring costs 3 November 2026 Half-Year Results Fiscal Year 2026 Half-Year Results Fiscal Year 2026 Q&A We welcome your questions
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27 * Excluding restructuring costs 3 November 2026 Half-Year Results Fiscal Year 2026 Order intake returned to growth in both divisions. We compensated short-term market disruptions • Systems: Entering new applications • Services: Leveraging our installed base Lower sales reflect the lower opening backlog and expected project phasing, rather than a deterioration in demand Underlying EBIT margin remained stable at 12.8%* versus 12.7% last year Reducing our cost base, with approximately CHF 20 million of annual savings expected from FY 2027 Strong operating cash flow and robust financial position Half-Year Results Fiscal Year 2026 Wrap-up
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• ACT • AI • BC • CCUS • CMD • ERP • EVA • FSRU • FTE • FY • HME • LDPE Advanced Compressor Technology Artificial intelligence Burckhardt Compression Carbon capture, utilization, and storage Capital markets day Enterprise resource planning Ethylene-vinyl acetate Floating storage regasification unit Full-time employee Fiscal year Hydrogen mobility and energy Low-density polyethylene • LNG • LPG • MRP • OBC • OEM • PCI • PE • PP • RONOA • SAF • SERV • SYST Liquefied natural gas Liquefied petroleum gas Mid-range plan Other brand compressor Original equipment manufacturer Petrochemical industry Polyethylene Polypropylene Return on net operating assets Sustainable aviation fuel Services Division Systems Division Glossary 3 November 2026 Half-Year Results Fiscal Year 2026 29