Scania increased its sales revenue by 5% year over year to SEK 49.1 billion in the third quarter of 2026, while adjusted return on sales improved to 12.3% from 11.1% a year earlier. Higher vehicle deliveries, a favourable product mix, growth in services and positive currency effects supported the company’s profitability.
The Swedish commercial vehicle manufacturer delivered 22,086 vehicles during the quarter, a 3% increase from the same period last year. Battery-electric vehicle (BEV) deliveries rose to 247 units, compared with 159 a year earlier.
Despite the growth in deliveries, total order intake declined by 2% to 20,098 vehicles. Orders for battery-electric vehicles increased to 511 units from 133 in the third quarter of 2025.
Revenue and Profitability Improve
Scania’s quarterly performance benefited from higher truck deliveries and continued growth in its services business. The company also cited product mix and favourable currency effects as contributors to improved profitability.
Adjusted return on sales reached 12.3%, up 1.2 percentage points from 11.1% in the corresponding quarter last year. The result indicates stronger profitability relative to revenue, despite differing demand conditions across markets.
Services remained an important part of Scania’s business, complementing vehicle sales through ongoing customer support and related offerings.
Regional Trends Shape Truck Orders
Overall truck order intake remained broadly stable, although the company reported contrasting regional developments. Activity strengthened in parts of Asia and Africa, while orders declined in Europe and Latin America.
Total order intake fell by 2% year over year to 20,098 vehicles. Within that figure, battery-electric vehicle orders increased substantially, reaching 511 units compared with 133 a year earlier.
The rise in electric truck orders indicates growing interest in Scania’s battery-electric offerings, although the company said overall adoption remains below the level needed to accelerate the transition to electric commercial transport.
Scania Continues Investment in Future Competitiveness
Scania continued investing in new products, digital services and industrial capabilities during the quarter, while maintaining a focus on operational efficiency and cost discipline.
Christian Levin, president and CEO of Scania and TRATON Group, said the company had maintained its performance despite varying market conditions.
“Scania delivered a resilient performance in the third quarter, with improved profitability and continued growth in our service business. Our strong customer offering and focus on efficiency supported our performance as demand varied across markets,” says Christian Levin, President and CEO of Scania and TRATON GROUP.
Scania’s third-quarter results show higher revenue and improved profitability alongside increased battery-electric vehicle deliveries and orders. However, the decline in total order intake and uneven regional demand remain important factors for the company’s commercial vehicle business.