AIREA reported first-half 2026 revenue of £10.8 million, up 10.2% from £9.8 million, as stronger UK, Irish, and international sales coincided with completion of a major manufacturing investment.
Operating profit increased to £500,000 from £300,000, while profit before tax improved to approximately £200,000 from a small loss in the previous year.
EBITDA increased to £900,000 from £700,000, and net cash stood at approximately £400,000.
The UK design-led specialist flooring company sells commercial flooring through its Burmatex brand, supplying education, leisure, hospitality, commercial, and public-sector customers.
Sales in the UK and Republic of Ireland increased approximately 10.2%, while international sales grew 9.9% as overseas markets recovered.
Overall sales volumes increased 7.4%.
AIREA’s major manufacturing investment is now fully operational, giving the business additional production capacity while improving energy efficiency.
Management expects production volumes from the upgraded facility to scale during the coming months.
The company is also continuing to refresh its sustainable flooring portfolio.
Recent launches include surface story and an updated arctic range, with additional new products planned during the second half.
AIREA said trading remained positive during the third quarter and its order book remains healthy.
The expanded manufacturing platform is intended to provide greater capacity to support growth while improving the company’s sustainability profile and resilience during uncertain market conditions.
