EN Contact Us Technology More in this section Research and Development Engineering Partnerships in 2020 Innovation Green Tech Industry 4.0 Innovation is a key process at Bekaert. It is a vital part of our aim to always respond to the changing needs of our customers and to shifts in societal and market trends. Throughout the world our 400 R&D specialists work on developing the products and processes of tomorrow. We team up with customers and suppliers around the globe to develop, implement, upgrade and protect both current and future technologies. In 2020, we concluded several new partnerships. Technology profile : 4 R&D centers in Belgium, China, India and UK and development labs worldwide An international team of more than 450 R&D specialists develops new products and process innovations. In 2020, we invested € 52 million in R&D, net of investment grants. a portfolio of more than 1 800 patents based on more than 325 inventions an in-house engineering department which develops machinery and process equipment open innovation through cooperation with universities and research institutes, co-development with customers and suppliers, and corporate venturing Discover our innovative products and applications through the products and applications finder. Quick Links Advanced Search Annual Reports Certificates Country-Specific Documents News Policies Report Integrity Concern Shareholders' guide Sitemap Suppliers Sustainability Report Related sites Bekaert China Bekaert Japan Bekaert Latin America Bekaert Fencing North America Bridon-Bekaert The Ropes Group ASK A QUESTION Copyright © 2021 Bekaert. All rights reserved. Made By The Reference By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Bekaert Cookie Policy Accept All Cookies Cookies Settings

EN Contact Us Reports on 1Q trading update 2020 Bekaert disclaims any liability for statements made or published by third parties and does not undertake any obligation to correct inaccurate data, information, conclusions or opinions published by third parties in relation to this or any other information source provided by Bekaert. Reports on 1Q trading update 2020 Date Analyst Title Recommendation Target price 14/05/2020 KBC Weak 1Q top line but cost control seems to save the bottom line for now Hold €25.00 13/05/2020 KBC 1Q consolidated sales -11% Hold €25.00 13/05/2020 Degroof Petercam Impact of COVID19 is already there Under review Under review 11/05/2020 KBC Preview 1Q20 Hold €25.00 Quick Links Let us meet! Analyst Research Annual Reports Information Center News Share Trading Shareholders' Guides Related sites Bekaert China Bekaert Japan Bekaert Latin America Bekaert Fencing North America Bridon-Bekaert The Ropes Group ASK A QUESTION Copyright © 2021 Bekaert. All rights reserved. Made By The Reference By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Bekaert Cookie Policy Accept All Cookies Cookies Settings