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Solid 3rd quarter for JLG. Oshkosh, owner of JLG, Hinowa and Ausa, has published mixed result for the nine months to the end of September, but a strong third quarter. Access Revenues Total revenues for the nine months increased 10% to $3.66 billion, made up as follows: Aerial work platforms - $1.82 billion +11% Telehandlers - $791 million - (4.7%) Other revenues - $1.04 billion +23% Total - $3.66 billion +10% Operating profit dropped 27.5% to $33.2 million, the second year running for declines. The backlog/order book at the end of September more than tripled (x 3.7) to $2.66 billion, compared to a 66.5% plunge at the same point last year. Full Year forecast The company is forecasting full year revenues for JLG of $4.8 billion, which would represent a seven percent increase on 2025. Third Quarter Third quarter sales, improved 20.7% to $1.34 billion, thanks to higher sales volume in North America and higher pricing This is made up as follows: Aerial work platforms - $658.3 million +18.3% Telehandlers - $320 million +22.7% Other revenues - $361 million +23.6% Total - $1.34 billion +20.7% Operating profit Third quarter operating profit jumped 23.5% to $145.7 million, due to higher sales volume, "offset in part by adverse sales mix and higher incentive compensation accruals". Oshkosh numbers Oshkosh as a whole saw nine months revenues increase 4.4% to $8.07 billion, while pre-tax profit nosedived 31.5% to $452.3 million. Oshkosh chief executive John Pfeifer said: "Our results reflected challenges arising from our transformation of fire truck production. Improvements in throughput are taking longer than previously expected." "Its Access segment during the third quarter, reflecting strong customer demand and improved execution, Vertikal Comment Overall, this is a pretty decent set of numbers from JLG, which is benefiting from tariffs in the USA, while also making a comeback in much of Europe. With a massive increase in its backlog, the company looks set for a great 2026. One has to wonder, though, how its telehandler performance stacks up against the competition. From a distance, it looks as though companies such as Magni, Manitou, JCB and even the Chinese are taking some market share away. But that is not based on hard facts - more on feedback from those in the industry and gut feel. In spite of this, the company is on course to exceed sales of $5 billion in 2027, for the first time since 2024. Revenues in 2023 were $4.9 billion, the first year with Hinowa on board. All in all, another positive result.

KONGSBERG signs contract with Oshkosh Defense Europe to deliver counter-drone capabilities to the Netherlands. Kongsberg Gruppen ASA ('KONGSBERG') has signed an agreement with Oshkosh Defense Europe B.V. for the delivery of PROTECTOR RS4 Remote Weapon Stations (RWS) equipped with KONGSBERG's PROTECTOR Counter-Unmanned Aerial System (CUAS) capability. 29 Sep 2026 The systems will be integrated on Oshkosh Joint Light Tactical Vehicles (JLTVs) and delivered to the Royal Netherlands Armed Forces. The delivery will significantly strengthen the Netherlands' ability to detect, track, and defeat threats posed by unmanned aerial systems. PROTECTOR CUAS is a highly advanced, scalable solution developed to address the rapidly growing need for effective counter-drone capabilities on today's evolving battlefield. "The increasing use of drones in modern conflicts highlights the importance of robust and adaptable Counter-UAS solutions," said Kjetil Reiten Myhra, Executive Vice President of KONGSBERG and President of the Defence Systems division. "This delivery will provide Dutch forces with a proven capability designed to enhance force protection and operational effectiveness against a wide range of aerial threats." "The JLTV was designed as an open architecture platform to rapidly integrate best-in-class technologies like KONGSBERG's PROTECTOR CUAS," said Pat Williams, Chief Programs Officer, Oshkosh Defense. "This partnership demonstrates how proven platforms can quickly deliver advanced capabilities and will enhance European and NATO resilience to today's threats. We're proud to provide the Dutch Armed Forces with a solution that combines the JLTV's mobility and survivability with KONGSBERG's counter-UAS expertise." The PROTECTOR RS4 is a combat-proven, modular remote weapon station currently in service with 31 nations and allied forces worldwide. When integrated with the KONGSBERG PROTECTOR CUAS solution, the system enables operators to effectively engage both individual drones and more complex threat scenarios. The agreement further reinforces the longstanding partnership between KONGSBERG and Oshkosh Defense, and The Netherlands, while contributing to NATO's collective ability to address emerging and rapidly evolving security challenges. About PROTECTOR CUAS KONGSBERG PROTECTOR CUAS is a scalable counter-unmanned aerial system solution designed to detect, track, identify, and neutralize drone threats. The system combines advanced sensors, targeting data, and effectors to deliver a high probability of successfully defeating unmanned aerial threats, even in demanding operational environments. Through its modular architecture and flexible configuration options, PROTECTOR CUAS can be adapted to a wide range of mission requirements, providing armed forces with a reliable and future-ready capability to counter the growing drone threat landscape. About Oshkosh Defense Oshkosh Defense, an Oshkosh Corporation business [NYSE: OSK], delivers adaptable, connected, and survivable systems critical to the modernization and readiness of the U.S. and its allied forces. As a trusted mobility integrator, Oshkosh brings advanced vehicles, intelligent systems, and mission-critical technologies together into unified solutions built for evolving operational demands. Combining defense expertise with commercial scale, Oshkosh accelerates innovation from development through deployment. And because the mission does not end at fielding, Oshkosh provides global sustainment, lifecycle support, and aftermarket solutions that keep fleets ready while advancing the future of defense mobility. Ivar simensen. Senior Vice President Communication, KONGSBERG

1,500 volunteers pack nearly 300,000 pounds of rice to help fight hunger in NE Wisconsin. Posted: Sep 17, 2026 / 04:51 PM CDT Updated: Sep 17, 2026 / 04:52 PM CDT OSHKOSH, Wis. (WFRV) - Hundreds of volunteers filled the Oshkosh Arena Thursday, but instead of cheering from the stands, they were scooping, weighing, and packing rice for families across Eastern Wisconsin. The ninth annual Feed the Body, Feed the Soul event brought together roughly 1,500 volunteers with a goal of packaging nearly 300,000 pounds of rice in just 12 hours. Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin will distribute the rice through food pantries across its 35-county service area. "What we're seeing is just an uptick in food insecurity over the past couple of years," said Liz Wollenberg, chief systems and strategies officer for Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin. "As anyone knows, going to the grocery store will cost you a lot more than it did a few years ago." Wollenberg said rice is particularly valuable for families because it is shelf-stable, easy to store, and pairs well with a variety of other foods. The event, founded by Oshkosh Corporation in partnership with Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin, combines the volunteer work with live music from NEW Dueling Pianos. Greg Vandenberg was among the U.S. Venture volunteers taking part Thursday. "You're able to do something really repetitive, so you're actually able to have great conversations, laugh a lot," Vandenberg said. "We do a lot of singing. Some people are even dancing a little bit." The event has packaged more than 1.4 million pounds of rice over its first eight years. Oshkosh Corporation Chief Marketing Officer Brian Brandt said the event began nine years ago with the idea of bringing the community together while making a large impact in a short amount of time. Organizers are already setting their sights on next year's 10th anniversary. "We want to crest 2 million pounds over the ten years and 10,000 volunteers," Brandt said. "And we're on track to do that." The nearly 300,000 pounds of rice packed Thursday will now make its way through Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin's network of food pantries to help families across the region. WFRV will update this story as necessary.