Turning Change into Opportunity in 2026

At ARaymond, change has never been something to endure. It is something we embrace, shape, and transform into opportunity. That spirit defined 2025.

It was a year marked by contrasts: slower growth in some markets, strong momentum in others, and constant shifts in global conditions. More than anything, it was a year that confirmed the strength of our strategy, the resilience of our teams, and the power of close customer partnerships.

From mobility to healthcare, construction to renewable energy, we navigated an environment full of economic pressure, geopolitical uncertainty, and evolving customer expectations. While these forces created complexity, they sharpened our focus. We remained agile, stayed close to our customers, and continued investing in innovation, sustainability and digital transformation.

Our global footprint and strong local presence proved decisive. Being close to our customers allowed us to adapt quickly, maintain high service levels and co-create solutions tailored to emerging applications. Across regions and markets, collaboration became a true competitive advantage. It enabled us to move faster, share expertise effectively, and turn volatility into momentum.

Diversification, innovation and sustainability

A clear lesson from 2025 is that diversification matters. Our five strategic markets — mobility, solar energy, construction, healthcare, and agriculture — give us balance and resilience. This diversity stabilizes our business while also enriching our innovation, as ideas and technologies cross-pollinate from one industry to another.

Innovation continues to evolve at ARaymond. Our deep expertise in fastening and assembly solutions allows us to go far beyond standard products. We increasingly co-design customized solutions with customers, supporting new technologies, lightweight designs and integrated functionalities. These collaborations are shaping the next generation of fastening systems, which are smarter, more efficient and more sustainable.

Sustainability is no longer an add-on — It is a foundation. Eco-design now sits at the heart of our innovation strategy. Sustainability can be integrated to every stage of product development, including:

• Optimized product life cycles
• Increased use of bio-based and recyclable materials
• Solutions that reduce weight, waste, and environmental impact

At the same time, we are advancing circular economy principles by exploring new ways to extend product life, minimize waste and ultimately lower carbon footprints. This is always done in close collaboration with customers and partners.

Collaboration with customers

Customer expectations are also transforming quickly. Speed, cost efficiency, sustainability and technical expertise are now inseparable. Development cycles are shortening. Supply chains must be resilient and flexible. Sustainability commitments must be increasingly measurable and transparent. Technical support must be stronger and more local.

To respond, we have continued evolving our organization and deliver:

• More collaboration across teams
• Greater transparency
• Streamlined processes
• Faster integration of new technologies.

This transformation allows ARaymond to operate as a truly global partner, combining regional expertise with worldwide best practices.

Digitalization and automation remain powerful accelerators. Advanced simulation tools, smart manufacturing technologies, and connected processes are improving efficiency while reducing environmental impact. We also see strong growth in demand for fastening systems that do more, simplify assembly, and add value beyond their core mechanical role.

A trusted partner

Throughout 2026, we expect continued pressure on costs and supply chains. But we also see extraordinary opportunity. The transformation of mobility, the expansion of renewable energy, the modernization of construction, and innovation in healthcare all require advanced materials, lightweight solutions, and customized designs. These are precisely the areas where ARaymond excels.

Uncertainty challenges us to be better. By leveraging our global network, our technical expertise, and our commitment to sustainability and innovation, we are well-positioned to support customers through the next phase of industrial transformation.

Our ambition remains clear: to be a trusted, agile, and forward-thinking partner, helping our customers turn today’s challenges into tomorrow’s success.