Announcements

ElringKlinger secures major serial-production contract for global lightweighting project

- Supply of door module carriers made of organo sheets for compact-class vehicles of a global car manufacturer

- Contract worth more than EUR 100 million up to the year 2024

- Global production in Hungary, China, and Mexico; start scheduled for end of 2017

Dettingen/Erms (Germany), June 7, 2016 +++ ElringKlinger has received a high-volume serial-production order from German automotive supplier Brose. The contract covers the supply of door module carriers made of organo sheets, which are to be fitted to compact-class vehicles manufactured by a global car maker. Running until the year 2024, the order is worth more than EUR 100 million in total. Production in Europe is scheduled to commence in Hungary at the end of 2017, which will be followed by the start of serial production in China and Mexico in 2018. While the production sites in Hungary and Mexico are to be expanded, a new plant is to be established in China.

"This large-scale contract bears testimony to our research efforts with innovative fiber-reinforced composites and illustrates our expertise in the field of lightweight components," said Dr. Stefan Wolf, CEO of ElringKlinger. ElringKlinger's door module carriers are another structural component within the product portfolio for use in the vehicle body. "By becoming increasingly independent from drive systems, we are establishing the strongest possible foundation for the future," explained Dr. Wolf.

In securing this contract, ElringKlinger has shown its determination to pursue a strategy aimed at contributing to the reduction of vehicle fuel consumption and emissions through intelligent lightweight solutions. Among other things, the innovative door module carrier helps to reduce the overall weight of vehicle doors. Their production involves forming extremely light and stable fiber-reinforced composites - so-called organo sheets - and injection-molding plastic elements onto the parts for additional component functions - in a single step. The technology applied in this field was developed by Brose. ElringKlinger is the strategic partner for execution at an industrial level.

For further information, please contact:
ElringKlinger AG
Dr. Jens Winter
Investor Relations / Corporate PR
Max-Eyth-Straße 2
72581 Dettingen/Erms
Germany
Phone: +49 7123 724-88335
Fax: +49 7123 724-85 8335
E-Mail: jens.winter[at]elringklinger.com

About ElringKlinger AG
ElringKlinger has focused its efforts on developing forward-looking green technologies. These are designed not only to reduce CO₂ emissions but also to scale back the level of harmful nitrogen oxides, hydrocarbons, and soot particles. ElringKlinger is one of the few automotive suppliers worldwide with the capabilities of developing and producing high-tech components for all types of drive system - whether for downsized combustion engines or for electric vehicles driven by batteries or fuel cells. Drawing on its expertise in lightweight engineering, ElringKlinger can make a decisive contribution to efforts aimed at further reducing vehicle weight and thus fuel consumption. The company's portfolio centered around emissions reduction also includes particulate filters and end-to-end exhaust gas purification systems used in ships, commercial vehicles, construction machinery and stationary engines as well as in power stations. This is complemented by products made of the high-performance plastic PTFE supplied by ElringKlinger Kunststofftechnik, which are marketed to a wide range of industries - also to those operating beyond the vehicle manufacturing sector. Applying its abilities as an innovator, ElringKlinger is committed to sustainable mobility and earnings-driven growth. These efforts are supported by a dedicated workforce of more than 8,000 people at 45 ElringKlinger Group locations around the globe.

ElringKlinger AGM approves dividend payment of EUR 0.55 per share

- Dividend for 2015 financial year remains stable at EUR 0.55 (0.55)

- Actions of Management Board and Supervisory Board approved by large majorities

- Broad shareholder support for other items on the agenda

Stuttgart, Dettingen/Erms (Germany), May 31, 2016 +++ Addressing an audience of close to 800 shareholders, shareholder representatives, and guests attending the 111th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of ElringKlinger AG, which was held at the Liederhalle Cultural and Congress Center in Stuttgart, CEO Dr. Stefan Wolf reviewed the 2015 financial year just ended: "We managed to increase revenue by almost 14%, thereby taking it to a figure in excess of EUR 1.5 billion for the very first time and maintaining our trajectory of growth." However, a disproportionately large surge in demand within the Original Equipment segment had a tangible impact on earnings before interest and taxes, which totaled EUR 135.2 (154.0) million. Net income attributable to ElringKlinger shareholders fell to EUR 91.6 (105.7) million.

Shareholders approve proposed resolutions by large majority
The AGM approved by a majority of 99.97 percent the proposal put forward by the Management Board and Supervisory Board for a dividend payment of EUR 0.55 (0.55) per share for fiscal 2015, unchanged on the previous financial year. Despite exceptional charges within the Original Equipment segment, the total payout remains stable year on year at EUR 34.8 (34.8) million. Calculated on the basis of earnings attributable to the shareholders of ElringKlinger AG, the dividend ratio has increased from 32.9% a year ago to 38.0%. This is in line with ElringKlinger's consistent dividend policy that reflects its long-term earnings performance and allows shareholders to participate appropriately in the company's success.

Shareholders also passed, by large majorities, all the other resolutions put forward. The actions of the Management Board and Supervisory Board were ratified with 99.93% and 97.25% of the votes respectively for the 2015 financial year. Ernst & Young GmbH Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft, Stuttgart, was appointed as the independent auditor for the 2016 financial year. The overall attendance figure was 82.23% of share capital.

Product portfolio reflects automotive megatrend of "efficient powertrain"
As part of a presentation in the foyer of the Cultural and Congress Center, shareholders and guests were able to explore first hand the latest product range of the ElringKlinger Group, the emphasis of which is on emissions and fuel reduction as well as alternative drive concepts. ElringKlinger is focusing on the automotive megatrend of "efficient powertrain", which looks set to propel the automobile industry forward in the coming years as emission standards, in particular, become increasingly stringent.

As Dr. Stefan Wolf explained, "Building on a product portfolio that is targeted fully at efficient mobility, ElringKlinger is well positioned within the market and will continue to benefit significantly from industry growth. We will draw on our technological expertise and process know-how in order to continue to develop innovative solutions in drive technology and lightweight construction and launch them successfully within the market."

Outlook for 2016
ElringKlinger anticipates moderate growth of around 2% within the global automobile market in 2016. Against this backdrop, the Group is targeting organic revenue growth of between 5% and 7%. Overall, ElringKlinger expects to generate adjusted EBIT before purchase price allocation of between EUR 160 and 170 million in 2016.

For further information, please contact:
ElringKlinger AG
Dr. Jens Winter
Investor Relations / Corporate PR
Max-Eyth-Straße 2
72581 Dettingen/Erms
Germany
Phone: +49 7123 724-88335
Fax: +49 7123 724-85 8335
E-Mail: jens.winter[at]elringklinger.com

About ElringKlinger AG
ElringKlinger has focused its efforts on developing forward-looking green technologies. These are designed not only to reduce CO₂ emissions but also to scale back the level of harmful nitrogen oxides, hydrocarbons, and soot particles. ElringKlinger is one of the few automotive suppliers worldwide with the capabilities of developing and producing high-tech components for all types of drive system - whether for downsized combustion engines or for electric vehicles driven by batteries or fuel cells. Drawing on our expertise in lightweight engineering, we can make a decisive contribution to efforts aimed at further reducing vehicle weight and thus fuel consumption. The company's portfolio centered around emissions reduction also includes particulate filters and end-to-end exhaust gas purification systems used in ships, commercial vehicles, construction machinery, and stationary engines as well as in power stations. This is complemented by products made of the high-performance plastic PTFE supplied by ElringKlinger Kunststofftechnik, which are marketed to a wide range of industries - also to those operating beyond the vehicle manufacturing sector. Applying its abilities as an innovator, ElringKlinger is committed to sustainable mobility and earnings-driven growth. These efforts are supported by a dedicated workforce of more than 8,000 people at 45 ElringKlinger Group locations around the globe.

ElringKlinger remains on growth trajectory in first quarter of 2016

- Revenue up 3.7% to EUR 385 million; organic revenue growth of 5.5%

- Adjusted EBIT before purchase price allocation totals EUR 32.0 million

- This figure includes trailing costs of EUR 7 million in the Original Equipment segment as well as provisions of EUR 2.6 million for a Management Board member who left the company

- Guidance for current financial year confirmed

Dettingen/Erms (Germany), May 4, 2016 +++ The ElringKlinger Group made a solid start to the new financial year. Group revenue increased by 3.7% or EUR 13.8 million in total in the first quarter of 2016, taking the figure to EUR 385.2 (371.4) million, despite the fact that currency translation had a dilutive effect of EUR 11.7 million or 3.2% on the figures for the reporting period. This was mainly attributable to the Mexican peso, Brazilian real, and Swiss franc. As another influencing factor, ElringKlinger Automotive Manufacturing, Inc. (formerly: M&W), an entity acquired in 2015, was fully consolidated for the first time in mid-Q1 2015. Therefore, its revenue in the first approximately six weeks of 2016, amounting to EUR 4.9 million, represents acquisition-induced growth. Taking into account the aforementioned factors relating to foreign exchange rates and the corporate acquisition, revenue showed organic growth of EUR 20.6 million or 5.5%.

At EUR 32.0 million, adjusted Group EBIT before purchase price allocation was down EUR 4.7 million on the prior-year quarter. This was due partly to exceptional charges within the Original Equipment segment. At EUR 7 million, they were higher than in the same quarter a year ago (EUR 4 million). However, the Group had been expecting a figure of up to EUR 10 million in the first quarter of 2016. Additionally, the resignation of Management Board member Karl Schmauder on February 23, 2016, produced an expense item in the form of a provision of EUR 2.6 million; this covers compensation outstanding up to the end of the contract in January 2018. The Group had net finance costs of EUR 6.3 million in the first quarter of 2016, a negative swing of EUR 9.8 million. This year-on-year change was also due to FX effects. In total, earnings per share were down EUR 0.18 to EUR 0.27.

The Group's other key performance indicators also developed in line with expectations. Operating free cash flow improved by EUR 11.8 million. At EUR 0.6 (-11.2) million, it was just within positive territory. At EUR 37.5 (35.2) million, investments in property, plant, and equipment were slightly higher than in the previous year. Net working capital was comparable to the prior-year figure at EUR 529.1 million, a year-on-year change of EUR 6.3 million or 1.2%. The Group's situation in terms of orders received was also encouraging. Despite the adverse effects of foreign exchange rates equivalent to EUR 28.1 million, incoming orders were up EUR 10.0 million or 2.4% on the figure for the same period a year ago. As a result, order intake amounted to EUR 424.0 million.

"We remain well on track and are implementing our agenda step by step with a view to returning the Group to greater profitability," says Dr. Stefan Wolf, CEO of ElringKlinger AG. "We took a determined approach to addressing the issue of capacity and logistical constraints. In pressing ahead with improvements at the site in question and establishing a new production facility in Hungary, we took the opportunity to energize the entire division and put it on a firm footing for a bright future."

ElringKlinger continues to anticipate moderate growth of around 2% within the global automobile market in the current financial year. Against this backdrop, the Group has confirmed its guidance of organic revenue growth of between 5% and 7% in 2016, while adjusted EBIT before purchase price allocation is expected to lie between EUR 160 and 170 million.

The full quarterly report can be accessed from the ElringKlinger website at http://www.elringklinger.de/investor/2016-Q1-en.pdf

For further information, please contact:
ElringKlinger AG
Dr. Jens Winter
Investor Relations / Corporate PR
Max-Eyth-Straße 2
72581 Dettingen/Erms
Germany
Phone +49 7123 724-88335
Fax +49 7123 724-85 8335
E-mail jens.winter[at]elringklinger.com

About ElringKlinger AG
ElringKlinger has focused its efforts on developing forward-looking green technologies. These are designed not only to reduce CO₂ emissions but also to scale back the level of harmful nitrogen oxides, hydrocarbons and soot particles. ElringKlinger is one of the few automotive suppliers worldwide with the capabilities of developing and producing high-tech components for all types of drive system - whether for downsized combustion engines or for electric vehicles driven by batteries or fuel cells. Drawing on our expertise in lightweight engineering, we can make a decisive contribution to efforts aimed at further reducing vehicle weight and thus fuel consumption. The company's portfolio centered around emissions reduction also includes particulate filters and end-to-end exhaust gas purification systems used in ships, commercial vehicles, construction machinery and stationary engines as well as in power stations. This is complemented by products made of the high-performance plastic PTFE supplied by ElringKlinger Kunststofftechnik, which are marketed to a wide range of industries - also to those operating beyond the vehicle manufacturing sector. Applying our abilities as an innovator, we are committed to sustainable mobility and earnings-driven growth. These efforts are supported by our dedicated workforce of more than 8,000 people at 45 ElringKlinger Group locations around the globe.

• Revenue up by 14% to over EUR 1.5 billion; organic revenue growth of 6%
• EBIT before purchase price allocation at EUR 140 million, which includes exceptional charges of EUR 34 million due to capacity constraints
• Proposal for stable dividend of EUR 0.55 per share despite lower earnings
• Guidance 2016: organic revenue growth of 5 to 7%, EBIT before purchase price allocation of EUR 160 to 170 million

Dettingen/Erms (Germany), March 30, 2016 +++ The ElringKlinger Group has maintained its trajectory of growth, with revenue increasing by 13.7% to EUR 1,507.3 (1,325.8) million in the 2015 financial year. In doing so, the company managed to breach the threshold of EUR 1.5 billion for the first time. Revenue was influenced by favorable foreign exchange effects equivalent to EUR 69.6 million, primarily due to the weakness of the euro against the US dollar, the Chinese yuan, and the Swiss franc. Eliminating these effects and taking into account the revenue contribution made by US acquiree M&W Automotive Manufacturing Co., Inc. of EUR 32.2 million, the Group generated organic revenue growth of EUR 79.7 million, which corresponds to an increase of 6.0%. Over the same period of time global growth in automobile production stood at just 1 to 2%.

NAFTA and Asia as growth drivers
ElringKlinger recorded strong growth both in its home market and at a global level in all the key regions served by the Group. In Germany, growth stood at 6.0%, while revenue in the Rest of Europe grew by EUR 36.5 million or 8.4% (FX-adjusted: 5.0%). In the NAFTA region, the Group saw revenue increase by EUR 76.0 million or 34.5% to EUR 296.4 million. Eliminating the M&W acquisition and foreign exchange effects, growth in this region still stood at a very solid 8.1%. With revenue expanding by EUR 45.1 million or 20.0% (FX-adjusted: 7.9%) to EUR 270.7 million, the Asia-Pacific region remains a growth driver. An order for lightweight shielding systems placed by a Japanese car maker represents a milestone for ElringKlinger within this market; the start of series production is scheduled for 2017.

Earnings impacted by capacity constraints
Essentially, the global upturn seen within the automotive industry also produced benefits for ElringKlinger's earnings performance. However, exceptional expense items connected with capacity bottlenecks in the Original Equipment segment had an adverse effect. Unexpectedly strong demand within this area necessitated, among other things, extra shifts and unscheduled consignments. The additional costs of EUR 34 million incurred as a result of these capacity constraints diluted adjusted Group EBIT before purchase price allocation by 13.5% or EUR 21.9 million, taking the figure to EUR 140.4 million. As a result, the adjusted EBIT margin (before purchase price allocation) fell by 2.9 percentage points to 9.3%. Correspondingly, net income for the period was lower year on year at EUR 95.8 million, as were earnings per share at EUR 1.45 (EUR 110.6 million and EUR 1.67 respectively).

Dividend payment remains stable
The Management Board and Supervisory Board jointly propose to the Annual General Meeting, scheduled for May 31, 2016, a dividend payment of EUR 0.55 per share. Therefore, the dividend will remain unchanged year on year despite the downturn in earnings; the dividend ratio, calculated on the basis of earnings per share, will improve from 33 to 38%.

High level of investment as a basis for future growth
In order to sustain the Group's momentum of growth, ElringKlinger channeled 11.7 (11.1)% of revenue - i.e., EUR 176.1 (147.0) million - into real estate and property, plant, and equipment. ElringKlinger is committed to Germany as a business location, where it directed investment spending primarily at its sites in Dettingen/Erms, Lenningen, Rottenburg, Bietigheim-Bissingen, Gelting, and Idstein. In addition to modernizing and expanding its domestic plants, the Group laid the foundations at an international level to ensure that its solid order intake can be translated into profitable growth. To improve productivity, ElringKlinger completed targeted purchases of new machinery and equipment at a global level, in addition to building new production facilities in China, India, and Turkey. Capacity constraints in the Original Equipment segment were seen as an opportunity to initiate measures aimed at establishing a new production site in Hungary and thus raising capacity levels within the affected unit.

Very solid equity ratio
ElringKlinger's financial position was again robust in the fiscal year just ended. At 48.5 (49.7)%, the Group's equity ratio remained at a very solid level, despite strong growth.

Perfectly positioned for the future
The megatrend of "powertrain efficiency" will continue to drive the automotive industry in the coming years, not least in view of ever-stricter emissions standards. As Dr. Stefan Wolf, CEO of ElringKlinger AG, puts it: "With a product portfolio consistently tailored to efficient mobility, ElringKlinger is very well positioned and will continue to benefit more than others from growth in the industry. We will draw on our technological knowledge and process expertise for the purpose of developing and rolling out a range of other innovative solutions in the field of drive technology and lightweight construction."

Outlook: continued revenue growth, visible improvement in earnings
Based on the assumption of growth of around 2% in global automobile production, the Group anticipates an expansion in organic revenue (i.e., adjusted for acquisitions and foreign exchange effects) by 5 to 7% for the current 2016 financial year.

Revenue growth will contribute to improved earnings in 2016. What is more, measures introduced to address the issue of capacity constraints are already showing positive effects, although the first quarter is likely to produce trailing exceptional costs of EUR 10 million. Overall, ElringKlinger anticipates that EBIT before purchase price allocation will stand at EUR 160 to 170 million in 2016.

In the medium term, the Group is planning to achieve annual organic revenue growth of 5 to 7%. In terms of earnings, ElringKlinger will be targeting an EBIT margin (before purchase price allocation) of 13 to 15%.

* Proposal to the Annual General Meeting 2016

For further information, please contact:

ElringKlinger AG
Dr. Jens Winter
Investor Relations / Corporate PR
Max-Eyth-Straße 2
72581 Dettingen/Erms
Germany
Phone: +49 7123 724-88335
Fax: +49 7123 724-85 8335
E-mail: jens.winter[at]elringklinger.com

About ElringKlinger AG
ElringKlinger has focused its efforts on developing forward-looking green technologies. These are designed not only to reduce CO₂ emissions but also to scale back the level of harmful nitrogen oxides, hydrocarbons and soot particles. ElringKlinger is one of the few automotive suppliers worldwide with the capabilities of developing and producing high-tech components for all types of drive system - whether for downsized combustion engines or for electric vehicles driven by batteries or fuel cells. Drawing on our expertise in lightweight engineering, we can make a decisive contribution to efforts aimed at further reducing vehicle weight and thus fuel consumption. The company's portfolio centered around emissions reduction also includes particulate filters and end-to-end exhaust gas purification systems used in ships, commercial vehicles, construction machinery and stationary engines as well as in power stations. This is complemented by products made of the high-performance plastic PTFE supplied by ElringKlinger Kunststofftechnik, which are marketed to a wide range of industries - also to those operating beyond the vehicle manufacturing sector. Applying our abilities as an innovator, we are committed to sustainable mobility and earnings-driven growth. These efforts are supported by our dedicated workforce of more than 7,900 people at 45 ElringKlinger Group locations around the globe.