MSA Safety Incorporated

MSA Safety Announces ALTAIR io™ 6 Contract with Major Northeast U.S. Utility Provider

MSA Safety won a five-year purchase agreement worth up to $10.6 million for its ALTAIR io 6 Multigas Detector from one of the largest utilities in the northeast U.S. The deal is the largest ALTAIR io 6 contract to date, with roughly $6.7 million in initial contract value; initial shipments begin December 2026 with deployments in January 2027. The contract underscores growing demand for MSA's connected-worker safety ecosystem, though at ~0.5% of annual revenue it is incremental rather than transformative.

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MSA Safety Launches New G1™ City Edition SCBA, Transforming Firefighter Search and Rescue

MSA Safety launched the G1 City Edition SCBA, its newest self-contained breathing apparatus with integrated LUNAR Beacon Technology to help crews locate firefighters in distress faster. The new model adds a lighter cylinder retention system with more than a 10 percent weight reduction and up to a half-pound savings in the lumbar pad configuration, and is compliant with the 2025 edition of NFPA 1970. The launch extends MSA's connected FireGrid ecosystem and reinforces its core firefighting safety franchise, though no order or revenue impact was disclosed.

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MSA Safety and Bristol Uniforms Showcase Newest Fire Safety Solutions at 2026 Emergency Services Show

MSA Safety and Bristol Uniforms are showcasing their combined fire safety portfolio at the 2026 Emergency Services Show in Birmingham, including the UK debut of the Bristol X1 Fire Protective Suit with more than 1,000 fit configurations and the new GALLET F1 Fire Helmet. The showcase also highlights Bristol Fully Managed Services for PPE care and maintenance across three UK service centres, and the MSA Connected Firefighter Platform built around the M1 SCBA with long-range telemetry and cloud connectivity via MSA HUB. The release is a trade-show marketing announcement with no disclosed revenue, contract, or guidance impact; background material cites MSA 2025 revenues of $1.9 billion and a workforce of more than 5,300 associates.

•1mo ago

MSA Safety launches A1X: The next generation WinGrip Vacuum Anchor for aircraft maintenance

MSA Safety launched the A1X, the next generation of its WinGrip vacuum anchor that creates non-invasive fall-protection anchor points on aircraft wings and fuselages using vacuum suction technology. The unit weighs 7kg, 35% lighter than its predecessor, with a reduced 350mm pad diameter (down from 480mm) and roughly double the anchor repositions per cylinder; the smaller pad extends compatibility to business jets, private aviation and commercial airliners, and the anchor is approved for use by all major aircraft manufacturers including Airbus and Boeing. Purpose-built for A & B line-maintenance checks and free of electronics so it poses no ignition risk around fuel vapours, the product will be on display at MRO Europe in October 2026; MSA reported 2025 revenues of $1.9 billion.

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MSA Safety Releases Latest Impact Report

MSA Safety released its 2025 Impact Report, highlighting its strongest safety performance on record and progress across its Products & Solutions, People, and Planet strategic pillars. The report emphasizes the company's continued investment in innovation and operational efficiency, with CEO Steve Blanco stating that safety is at the core of the firm's mission. MSA reported 2025 revenues of $1.9 billion and employs approximately 5,300 associates across more than 40 international locations.

•2mo ago

MSA Safety Declares Quarterly Dividend

MSA Safety's Board declared a third-quarter dividend of $0.54 per share on common stock, payable September 10 to shareholders of record on August 14. The Board also declared a dividend of $0.5625 per share on preferred stock, payable September 1 to shareholders of record on August 14. The company reported 2025 revenues of $1.9 billion in the accompanying corporate overview.

•2mo ago

MSA: 10-Q · periodic report

MSA Safety reported second quarter 2026 net sales of $503.3 million, a 6.2% increase from the prior year, while net income rose 40% to $86.2 million or $2.23 per diluted share. The strong performance was driven by a 290 basis point improvement in gross margin to 49.5%, attributed to pricing realization and productivity gains that offset inflation. The company maintained its full-year outlook for mid-single-digit organic sales growth despite geopolitical uncertainties and delays in U.S. fire service grant orders. Cash and cash equivalents increased to $200.1 million, and operating cash flow for the six-month period reached $171.1 million, supporting continued shareholder returns and strategic investments. In a subsequent event, MSA completed the acquisition of Autronica Fire and Security for approximately $555 million in cash to expand its fire and gas detection capabilities in critical infrastructure and maritime sectors. The company also repurchased approximately $76.1 million of common stock during the first half of the year under its $500 million authorization program.

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MSA Safety Announces Second Quarter 2026 Results

MSA Safety reported Q2 2026 net sales of $503 million, a 6% GAAP increase and 3% organic growth, driving a 24% rise in adjusted EPS to $2.40. The company generated $83 million in free cash flow, up 118% year-over-year, and returned $47 million to shareholders through buybacks and dividends while closing the acquisition of Autronica Fire and Security for $555 million. Management raised the annual dividend for the 56th consecutive year and issued full-year guidance for low-double-digit total revenue growth, supported by mid-single-digit organic growth.

•2mo ago

MSA Safety Completes Acquisition of Autronica Fire and Security, a Leading Provider of Fire and Gas Detection and Alarm Systems

MSA Safety completed the acquisition of Norway-based Autronica Fire and Security for approximately $555 million, funded through cash on hand and existing credit facility borrowings. Autronica reported about $160 million in sales in 2025, and the deal is expected to be accretive to MSA's adjusted earnings per share within the first full year. The acquisition aligns with MSA's strategy to expand its fixed detection capabilities, positioning the company in a growing $3 billion-plus addressable market.

•3mo ago

MSA Safety Debuts Next-Generation Firefighter Technologies at Interschutz 2026

MSA Safety debuted three new firefighter safety innovations at Interschutz 2026 in Hannover: expanded M1 SCBA telemetry, the new GALLET F1 helmet, and the Bristol X1 protective suit. The M1 SCBA Telemetry System, now available in Europe, uses the M1 Control Module and MSA HUB to provide real-time data and accountability for incident commanders. The GALLET F1 helmet and Bristol X1 suit focus on modularity, fit, and protection, with both products scheduled for availability later this year.

•4mo ago

MSA Safety to Acquire Autronica Fire and Security, a Leading Provider of Fire and Gas Detection and Alarm Systems

MSA Safety announced a definitive agreement to acquire Autronica Fire and Security for approximately $555 million, expanding its fire and gas detection capabilities. Autronica generated approximately $160 million in 2025 revenue with a 20% adjusted EBITDA margin and employs approximately 500 people globally across critical infrastructure and maritime sectors. The transaction is expected to close in the third quarter of 2026, funded through cash on hand and existing credit facility borrowings, and is expected to be accretive to adjusted EPS in the first full year.

•5mo ago

MSA Safety Announces First Quarter 2026 Results

MSA Safety reported Q1 net sales of $464 million, a 10% GAAP increase, with adjusted EPS reaching $1.99, an 18% increase year-over-year. The Americas segment drove strong margin expansion and profit pull-through, more than offsetting short-term challenges in the International segment. Capital allocation was a key focus, as the company returned $71 million to shareholders and authorized a new $500 million share repurchase program while maintaining its full-year guidance.

•5mo ago

MSA Safety Announces 56 Consecutive Years of Annual Dividend Increases

MSA Safety's board approved its 56th consecutive annual dividend increase, raising the quarterly payout by 2% to $0.54 per share. The new dividend is payable June 10, 2026, to shareholders of record on May 15, alongside a declared preferred stock dividend of $0.5625 per share. CFO Julie Beck highlighted the company's ability to generate strong free cash flow and maintain a balanced approach to capital allocation, supporting both growth investment and shareholder returns.

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