RENK AG reported earnings results for the first quarter of 2012. For the quarter, sales also advanced vigorously in the course of year-on-year by 25% to EUR 105 million from EUR 83 million a year ago. The main reason is larger volumes shipped out by Special Gear Units for stationary and marine uses. The Standard Gear Units division likewise improved sales substantially, chiefly on account of marine gear shipments. Operating profit reached EUR 14 million, equivalent to 13.5% ROS. For the full year of fiscal 2012, sales will rebound to well above the EUR 400 million threshold, the operating profit will rise accordingly.