Market Overview
Drilling consumables manufactured and supplied by Robit are used for the needs of the mining, quarrying and forepoling, underground construction and well drilling industries.
Market demand remained at a good level in the mining sector during 2025, but there was no significant change in demand in the construction sector. Demand in the construction industry was weak throughout the year. Demand for exploration drilling also weakened. Sales were lower than expected due to the challenging market situation.
Robit’s present market share, competitive products, extensive geographical coverage and the steady demand typical of consumables ensure good opportunities for Robit to grow by gaining new customers. This means concentrating resources on selected target markets. In addition, the company expects the overall market for drilling consumables to grow beyond economic cycles by approximately 3–5% per year.
AMERICAS
Net sales in the Americas region amounted to EUR 18.1 million, down 5.3% compared to the same period in 2024 (19.1). The decline came mainly from the North American market, where demand was clearly
weaker than expected and new customer acquisition was slower than normal. In South America, net sales remained close to the previous year’s level and no major changes were seen in the region. In North America, several major Geotechnical system deliveries were completed, including the largest commissioning of a system in Robit’s history in Western Canada. In addition, the logistics and warehousing agreement in Mexico will improve the availability
and service capability of both the Top Hammer and Down the Hole product lines in the local market by reducing delivery times.
EMEA
Net sales in the EMEA region amounted to EUR 43.8 million, which was 7.1% less than in the year previous (47.2). The downturn in the Nordic geotechnical and Central European construction businesses continued throughout the year, weakening demand especially in the project-driven Geotechnical business. Market performance in Central Europe and the Middle East was steadier, but not enough to offset the decline in the region. Developments in African markets were mixed: the net sales in Southern Africa declined due to the market situation, but Robit managed to improve its position in the Down the Hole business.
ASIA
Net sales in the Asia region amounted to EUR 8.3 million, which was a decrease of 7.9% compared to the same period in 2024 (9.0). No growth was seen in the construction market and activity remained sluggish. More stable demand in the mining segment supported Top Hammer sales in certain markets and offset low construction market volumes. The company continued its active cooperation with distributors to strengthen customer coverage.
AUSTRALASIA
Net sales in the Australasia region amounted to EUR 8.5 million, which was 43.1% less than in the year previous (14.9). The significant decrease in net sales was due to the after-effects of a significant Down the Hole supply contract that ended during 2024, which were visible in the first half of the comparison period. Production drilling in the mining industry remained stable and new Top Hammer contracts were gained in the region, but demand for prospection drilling remained weak. However, several new potential sales opportunities were identified in the region, particularly in underground mines, which are a strategic priority for Robit.
