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Advent(ADN) - 2020 Q4 - Annual Report
2021-03-25 16:00
Part I [Business](index=5&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Business) The company, initially a blank check entity, merged with Advent Technologies, Inc., a fuel cell and hydrogen technology company, in February 2021 - The company originated as a blank check company (SPAC) and completed its Initial Public Offering on November 20, 2018, raising gross proceeds of **$200 million**[10](index=10&type=chunk)[11](index=11&type=chunk) - On February 4, 2021, the company consummated a business combination with Advent Technologies, Inc., a developer of fuel cell and hydrogen technology, and was subsequently renamed Advent Technologies Holdings, Inc[17](index=17&type=chunk)[18](index=18&type=chunk) - Advent's core business focuses on developing, manufacturing, and assembling critical components for hydrogen fuel cells, with its main product being the **Membrane Electrode Assembly (MEA)**[19](index=19&type=chunk) - This Annual Report on Form 10-K does not reflect the consummation of the Business Combination, which occurred after the reporting period ended on December 31, 2020, unless otherwise specified[20](index=20&type=chunk) [Risk Factors](index=7&type=section&id=Item%201A.%20Risk%20Factors) The company faces material risks from post-merger operations, including capital needs and market adoption, and risks related to stock ownership [Risk Factors Relating to Our Operations and Business](index=7&type=section&id=Risk%20Factors%20Relating%20to%20Our%20Operations%20and%20Business) Operational risks include significant capital needs, managing growth, market adoption of hydrogen technology, supply chain disruptions, and international operations - The company requires significant capital to develop and grow its business, including manufacturing fuel cells and building the Advent brand, and may need to raise additional funds in the future[26](index=26&type=chunk)[27](index=27&type=chunk)[28](index=28&type=chunk) - Future growth is highly dependent on the market's willingness to adopt hydrogen-powered fuel cell technology, which is influenced by factors like perceptions of safety, cost, and government incentives[32](index=32&type=chunk) - The COVID-19 pandemic has adversely affected operations, with R&D labs in Boston running at approximately 25% occupancy and some staff in Greece working from home, potentially slowing business development[36](index=36&type=chunk)[37](index=37&type=chunk) - The company faces risks from its international operations in Greece, including unfavorable regulatory, political, tax, and labor conditions[44](index=44&type=chunk) - Potential patent or trademark infringement claims could be time-consuming and costly, possibly requiring the company to cease development, pay damages, or redesign products[50](index=50&type=chunk)[51](index=51&type=chunk) [Risks Related to Ownership of Our Common Stock and Warrants](index=13&type=section&id=Risks%20Related%20to%20Ownership%20of%20Our%20Common%20Stock%20and%20Warrants) Risks to investors include anti-takeover provisions, potential NASDAQ delisting, stock price volatility, and the company's 'emerging growth company' status - The company's certificate of incorporation and bylaws contain anti-takeover provisions, such as a classified board and a prohibition on stockholder action by written consent, which could delay or prevent a change in control[59](index=59&type=chunk)[60](index=60&type=chunk)[62](index=62&type=chunk) - There is a risk that NASDAQ may delist the company's securities if it fails to maintain certain financial, distribution, and stock price levels, which would reduce liquidity[70](index=70&type=chunk)[71](index=71&type=chunk) - The company is an "emerging growth company" under the JOBS Act, which allows for reduced disclosure obligations and an extended transition period for complying with new accounting standards[89](index=89&type=chunk)[90](index=90&type=chunk)[91](index=91&type=chunk) - The company has the ability to redeem outstanding public warrants at $0.01 per warrant if the common stock price equals or exceeds $18.00 for a specified period, which could be disadvantageous to warrantholders[92](index=92&type=chunk) [Unresolved Staff Comments](index=20&type=section&id=Item%201B.%20Unresolved%20Staff%20Comments) The company reports no unresolved comments from the Securities and Exchange Commission staff - None[95](index=95&type=chunk) [Properties](index=20&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Properties) The company, initially without real estate, now leases its corporate headquarters in Boston, MA, post-merger - The company's corporate headquarters are located at 200 Clarendon Street, Boston, MA 02116, under a five-year lease for 6,041 square feet of office space[95](index=95&type=chunk) [Legal Proceedings](index=20&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Legal%20Proceedings) The company is not involved in material legal proceedings; a shareholder class action complaint was dismissed in February 2021 - A shareholder class action complaint filed on December 17, 2020, challenging the fairness of the business combination, was dismissed on February 10, 2021[97](index=97&type=chunk) [Mine Safety Disclosures](index=20&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Mine%20Safety%20Disclosures) This section is not applicable to the company's business - Not applicable[97](index=97&type=chunk) Part II [Market for Registrant's Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities](index=20&type=section&id=Item%205.%20Market%20for%20Registrant%27s%20Common%20Equity%2C%20Related%20Stockholder%20Matters%20and%20Issuer%20Purchases%20of%20Equity%20Securities) This section details the company's Nasdaq listing, no dividend policy, recent unregistered security sales, and share redemptions - Following the business combination, the company's common stock and warrants began trading on Nasdaq under the symbols "ADN" and "ADNWW", respectively[99](index=99&type=chunk) - The company has never declared or paid dividends and does not anticipate doing so in the foreseeable future[101](index=101&type=chunk) - In connection with the business combination, the company raised **$65 million** in gross proceeds through a PIPE (Private Investment in Public Equity) investment from the sale of 6.5 million shares of Class A common stock[104](index=104&type=chunk) - On October 20, 2020, the company redeemed **5,864,053 shares** of its Class A common stock for approximately **$60.4 million** in connection with an extension of its charter[108](index=108&type=chunk) [Selected Financial Data](index=22&type=section&id=Item%206.%20Selected%20Financial%20Data) This item is reserved and no financial data is presented - Reserved[108](index=108&type=chunk) [Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=22&type=section&id=Item%207.%20Management%27s%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) This section analyzes the company's 2020 financial performance as a blank check company, focusing on net loss, liquidity, and critical accounting policies [Results of Operations](index=23&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations) For 2020, the company reported a net loss of $993,853 with no revenue, a shift from 2019 net income due to lower dividend income and higher operating costs Comparison of Yearly Financial Results | Metric | For the year ended Dec 31, 2020 | For the year ended Dec 31, 2019 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net (Loss) Income | **$(993,853)** | **$2,872,889** | | Dividend Income | **$836,541** | **$4,638,361** | | Loss from Operations | **$(1,631,364)** | **$(696,557)** | [Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=23&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Capital%20Resources) Liquidity was primarily from IPO and private placement funds in a trust account, with significant cash outflows due to share redemptions - As of December 31, 2020, the company had **$24,945** in cash outside the trust account and **$93,340,005** in marketable securities held within the trust account[121](index=121&type=chunk) - In 2020, a total of **12,990,941 shares** were redeemed in two separate events (May and October), resulting in approximately **$133 million** being withdrawn from the trust account[118](index=118&type=chunk) - The company borrowed **$400,000** via a working capital loan from its sponsor on November 20, 2020, which was convertible into warrants upon the business combination[120](index=120&type=chunk) [Critical Accounting Policies](index=24&type=section&id=Critical%20Accounting%20Policies) The critical accounting policy involves classifying common stock subject to possible redemption as temporary equity and using a two-class method for net loss per share - Common stock subject to possible redemption is classified as temporary equity and presented at redemption value, outside of the stockholders' equity section of the balance sheet[125](index=125&type=chunk) - Net loss per share is calculated using a two-class method, which allocates income from marketable securities in the Trust Account to redeemable shares, while the net loss from operations is allocated to non-redeemable shares[127](index=127&type=chunk) [Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk](index=25&type=section&id=Item%207A.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20About%20Market%20Risk) As of December 31, 2020, the company had no material market or interest rate risk exposure, with trust funds invested in short-term U.S. government treasury obligations - The company believes there was no material exposure to interest rate risk due to the short-term nature of the investments held in the trust account[131](index=131&type=chunk) [Financial Statements and Supplementary Data](index=25&type=section&id=Item%208.%20Financial%20Statements%20and%20Supplementary%20Data) This section directs the reader to the company's audited financial statements and supplementary data, included from page F-1 to F-19 - The company's financial statements can be found on pages F-1 through F-19 of this annual report[132](index=132&type=chunk) [Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure](index=25&type=section&id=Item%209.%20Changes%20in%20and%20Disagreements%20with%20Accountants%20on%20Accounting%20and%20Financial%20Disclosure) This section incorporates information by reference from the company's Current Report on Form 8-K (the "Super 8-K") - Information required by this item is incorporated by reference from the company's Super 8-K filing[132](index=132&type=chunk) [Controls and Procedures](index=26&type=section&id=Item%209A.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) Management concluded that the company's disclosure controls and internal control over financial reporting were effective, with no material changes during the quarter - Management concluded that the company's disclosure controls and procedures were effective at a reasonable assurance level as of the end of the period covered by the report[134](index=134&type=chunk) - There were no changes in internal control over financial reporting during the most recent fiscal quarter that materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, these controls[136](index=136&type=chunk) [Other Information](index=26&type=section&id=Item%209B.%20Other%20Information) The company reports no other information for this item - None[136](index=136&type=chunk) Part III [Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance](index=27&type=section&id=Item%2010.%20Directors%2C%20Executive%20Officers%20and%20Corporate%20Governance) This section details the company's post-merger leadership, including the classified board, executive officers, and committee compositions, with four independent directors - The post-merger Board of Directors consists of seven members, and the executive team includes five officers, led by Chairman and CEO Vassilios Gregoriou[139](index=139&type=chunk)[144](index=144&type=chunk) - The board is divided into three classes with staggered three-year terms, a structure that can delay or prevent a change in control[151](index=151&type=chunk)[152](index=152&type=chunk) - The board has established Audit, Compensation, and Nominating and Corporate Governance committees, with their respective members and chairpersons identified[155](index=155&type=chunk) - The Board has determined that directors Katherine E. Fleming, Anggelos Skutaris, Katrina Fritz, and Lawrence M. Clark are independent under Nasdaq and SEC rules[153](index=153&type=chunk) [Executive Compensation](index=32&type=section&id=Item%2011.%20Executive%20Compensation) Prior to the business combination, no executive officers or directors received cash compensation, though the sponsor's affiliate received a monthly fee for administrative support - No executive officers or directors received any cash compensation before the business combination was completed[162](index=162&type=chunk) - An affiliate of the sponsor was paid **$10,000 per month** for office space, utilities, and administrative support, commencing in November 2018[162](index=162&type=chunk) [Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters](index=32&type=section&id=Item%2012.%20Security%20Ownership%20of%20Certain%20Beneficial%20Owners%20and%20Management%20and%20Related%20Stockholder%20Matters) This section presents the beneficial ownership of common stock as of March 23, 2021, detailing holdings of directors, executive officers, and major shareholders Beneficial Ownership as of March 23, 2021 | Name / Group | Number of Shares | Percentage of Ownership | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Vassilios Gregoriou (Chairman & CEO) | **5,465,506** | **11.9%** | | Christos Kaskavelis (CMO) | **3,704,113** | **8.0%** | | All directors and executive officers as a group (9 individuals) | **12,020,323** | **26.1%** | | AMCI Sponsor LLC | **4,844,148** | **9.99%** | | Charalampos Antoniou | **2,775,049** | **6.0%** | [Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence](index=33&type=section&id=Item%2013.%20Certain%20Relationships%20and%20Related%20Transactions%2C%20and%20Director%20Independence) This section discloses various related-party transactions, including founder share sales, administrative fees, sponsor loans, and post-merger agreements like lock-up and non-competition agreements - In June 2018, the sponsor purchased **5,750,000 founder shares** for an aggregate price of **$25,000**[168](index=168&type=chunk) - The company paid an affiliate of the sponsor **$10,000 per month** for office space and administrative support, totaling **$120,000** for the year ended December 31, 2020[170](index=170&type=chunk) - The sponsor provided loans to the company, including a working capital loan of up to **$1,000,000** to finance transaction costs related to the business combination[172](index=172&type=chunk) - Certain former Advent stockholders and the sponsor entered into Lock-Up Agreements, agreeing not to sell their shares for one year following the closing, subject to certain early release conditions[178](index=178&type=chunk)[179](index=179&type=chunk) [Principal Accounting Fees and Services](index=36&type=section&id=Item%2014.%20Principal%20Accounting%20Fees%20and%20Services) This section details fees paid to Marcum LLP for audit services in fiscal years 2020 and 2019, noting that the audit committee pre-approves all services Fees Paid to Marcum LLP | Fee Type | For the year ended Dec 31, 2020 | For the year ended Dec 31, 2019 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Audit Fees | **$100,425** | **$75,447** | | Audit-Related Fees | $0 | $0 | | Tax Fees | $0 | $0 | | All Other Fees | $0 | $0 | - The audit committee pre-approves all auditing services and permitted non-audit services to be performed by the company's auditors[184](index=184&type=chunk) Part IV [Exhibits, Financial Statement Schedules](index=38&type=section&id=Item%2015.%20Exhibits%2C%20Financial%20Statement%20Schedules) This section lists exhibits filed with the Form 10-K, including the merger agreement and corporate governance documents, and notes the omission of financial statement schedules - A comprehensive list of exhibits filed with the annual report is provided, including the merger agreement, corporate governance documents, and employment agreements[188](index=188&type=chunk)[189](index=189&type=chunk)[191](index=191&type=chunk) - All financial statement schedules have been omitted because they are not applicable, not required, or the necessary information is already included in the financial statements or notes[187](index=187&type=chunk) [Form 10-K Summary](index=40&type=section&id=Item%2016.%20Form%2010-K%20Summary) This item is not applicable, and no summary is provided - None[193](index=193&type=chunk) Financial Statements [Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm](index=43&type=section&id=Report%20of%20Independent%20Registered%20Public%20Accounting%20Firm) Marcum LLP issued an unqualified opinion on the company's financial statements for 2020 and 2019, affirming conformity with U.S. GAAP - Marcum LLP issued an unqualified audit opinion on the company's financial statements[200](index=200&type=chunk) [Financial Statements (Tables)](index=44&type=section&id=Financial%20Statements%20Tables) This section contains the core audited financial statements, including the Balance Sheet, Statement of Operations, and Statement of Cash Flows, highlighting asset changes and net loss Balance Sheet Summary (as of December 31) | Account | 2020 | 2019 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Total Assets** | **$93,922,522** | **$226,010,880** | | Cash and cash equivalents held in Trust Account | **$93,340,005** | **$225,433,349** | | **Total Liabilities** | **$10,898,365** | **$9,002,433** | | Common stock subject to possible redemption | **$78,024,156** | **$212,008,440** | | **Total Stockholders' Equity** | **$5,000,001** | **$5,000,007** | Statement of Operations Summary (For the Year Ended December 31) | Account | 2020 | 2019 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Loss from operations | **$(1,631,364)** | **$(696,557)** | | Other Income – dividends and interest | **$836,541** | **$4,638,361** | | **Net (loss) income** | **$(993,853)** | **$2,872,889** | [Notes to Financial Statements](index=48&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20Financial%20Statements) This section provides detailed disclosures on the company's SPAC history, accounting policies, IPO details, related-party transactions, and critical subsequent events like the Advent merger and UltraCell acquisition - Note 1 describes the company's formation as a SPAC and its business purpose, culminating in the business combination with Advent on February 4, 2021[225](index=225&type=chunk)[241](index=241&type=chunk) - Note 5 details related-party transactions, including the sponsor's purchase of **5,750,000 Founder Shares** for **$25,000** and a **$10,000 per month** administrative services agreement[272](index=272&type=chunk)[275](index=275&type=chunk) - Note 10 on Subsequent Events is critical, as it describes the consummation of the merger with Advent, the **$65 million** PIPE Investment, and the acquisition of UltraCell, all of which occurred after the December 31, 2020 balance sheet date[303](index=303&type=chunk)[305](index=305&type=chunk)[309](index=309&type=chunk)
Advent(ADN) - 2020 Q3 - Quarterly Report
2020-11-12 21:50
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2020 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No. 001-38615 AMCI Acquisition Corp. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 83-0982969 (State or other jurisdicti ...
Advent(ADN) - 2020 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2020-08-10 20:33
[PART I – FINANCIAL INFORMATION](index=3&type=section&id=PART%20I%20%E2%80%93%20FINANCIAL%20INFORMATION) [Financial Statements](index=4&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Financial%20Statements) This section presents AMCI Acquisition Corp.'s unaudited condensed financial statements for Q2 2020, primarily reflecting trust account cash, operating expenses, and interest income [Condensed Balance Sheets](index=4&type=section&id=Condensed%20Balance%20Sheets) Total assets decreased to $153.0 million from $226.0 million due to a reduction in cash held in the Trust Account following common stock redemption | Financial Metric | June 30, 2020 (Unaudited) | December 31, 2019 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Assets** | | | | Cash | $118,170 | $520,422 | | Cash and cash equivalents held in Trust Account | $152,790,533 | $225,433,349 | | **Total Assets** | **$152,979,919** | **$226,010,880** | | **Liabilities & Equity** | | | | Total Liabilities | $8,610,603 | $9,002,433 | | Common stock subject to possible redemption | $139,369,310 | $212,008,440 | | Total Stockholders' Equity | $5,000,006 | $5,000,007 | | **Total Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity** | **$152,979,919** | **$226,010,880** | [Condensed Statements of Operations](index=5&type=section&id=Condensed%20Statements%20of%20Operations) The company reported a net loss for Q2 2020, a reversal from 2019's net income, primarily due to reduced dividend and interest income from the Trust Account | Period | 2020 | 2019 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Three Months Ended June 30** | | | | Other Income – dividends and interest | $97,645 | $1,270,690 | | Net (Loss) Income | $(418,925) | $842,931 | | **Six Months Ended June 30** | | | | Other Income – dividends and interest | $793,375 | $2,531,081 | | Net (Loss) Income | $(53,690) | $1,633,185 | [Condensed Statements of Changes in Stockholders' Equity](index=6&type=section&id=Condensed%20Statements%20of%20Changes%20in%20Stockholders'%20Equity) Total stockholders' equity remained stable at approximately $5.0 million throughout the first half of 2020, with minor offsetting adjustments - Total Stockholders' Equity remained virtually unchanged, starting at **$5,000,007** on January 1, 2020, and ending at **$5,000,006** on June 30, 2020[15](index=15&type=chunk)[16](index=16&type=chunk) [Condensed Statements of Cash Flows](index=7&type=section&id=Condensed%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows) Net cash used in operating activities was $2.0 million, while investing activities provided $73.4 million, primarily from Trust Account withdrawals for redemptions | Cash Flow Activity (Six Months Ended June 30) | 2020 | 2019 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net cash used in operating activities | $(1,999,261) | $(501,571) | | Net cash provided by investing activities | $73,436,191 | $254,579 | | Net cash used by financing activities | $(71,839,182) | $0 | | **Net Change in Cash** | **$(402,252)** | **$(246,992)** | | **Cash – Ending** | **$118,170** | **$639,287** | [Notes to Condensed Financial Statements](index=8&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20Condensed%20Financial%20Statements) The notes detail the company's SPAC status, the extension of the Combination Period, related stock redemptions, and ongoing discussions for a business combination - The company is a SPAC intending to focus its search for a business combination on companies in the global natural resource infrastructure, value chain, and logistics-related sectors[23](index=23&type=chunk) - On May 15, 2020, stockholders approved extending the business combination deadline from May 20, 2020, to **October 20, 2020**[35](index=35&type=chunk) - In connection with the extension, stockholders redeemed **7,126,888 shares** of Class A common stock, resulting in approximately **$72.6 million** being removed from the Trust Account[35](index=35&type=chunk) - The company entered a non-binding letter of intent with a mining company but does not expect it to proceed, and is now in discussions with multiple other targets in the alternative energy, infrastructure, and electrification industries[72](index=72&type=chunk) [Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=22&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Management's%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) Management discusses the company's financial condition as a blank check company, focusing on results of operations and liquidity, confirming sufficient funds until the October 20, 2020, deadline [Results of Operations](index=23&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations) The company reported net losses for Q2 2020, a reversal from 2019, due to lower dividend and interest income from the trust account | Period | Net (Loss)/Income 2020 | Net Income 2019 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Three months ended June 30 | $(418,925) | $842,931 | | Six months ended June 30 | $(53,690) | $1,633,185 | [Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=23&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Capital%20Resources) As of June 30, 2020, the company had $118,170 in cash outside the trust account, with $72.6 million withdrawn for redemptions - As of June 30, 2020, the company had cash of **$118,170** held outside the trust account and working capital of **$75,472**[103](index=103&type=chunk) - In May 2020, **7,126,888 shares** were redeemed, and **$72,585,441** was withdrawn from the Trust Account to fund the redemptions[101](index=101&type=chunk) - Management believes the company has sufficient liquidity to meet its obligations through the earlier of consummating a Business Combination or its liquidation date of **October 20, 2020**[106](index=106&type=chunk) [Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk](index=26&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20about%20Market%20Risk) The company is not subject to material market or interest rate risk, as trust account funds are invested in short-term U.S. government treasury obligations - The company is not subject to any material market or interest rate risk as of June 30, 2020[113](index=113&type=chunk) - Proceeds in the trust account are invested in money market funds holding short-term U.S. government treasury obligations, minimizing risk[113](index=113&type=chunk) [Controls and Procedures](index=26&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) Management concluded that disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of June 30, 2020, with no material changes to internal control over financial reporting - Management concluded that the company's disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of June 30, 2020[115](index=115&type=chunk) - No material changes were made to the company's internal control over financial reporting during the quarter ended June 30, 2020[115](index=115&type=chunk) [PART II – OTHER INFORMATION](index=27&type=section&id=PART%20II%20%E2%80%93%20OTHER%20INFORMATION) [Legal Proceedings](index=27&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Legal%20Proceedings) The company reports no legal proceedings - The company has no legal proceedings to report[116](index=116&type=chunk) [Risk Factors](index=27&type=section&id=Item%201A.%20Risk%20Factors) Updated risk factors highlight the potential adverse impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the company's ability to complete a business combination - The company's search for a business combination and the operations of a potential target may be materially and adversely affected by the COVID-19 outbreak[118](index=118&type=chunk)[119](index=119&type=chunk) [Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds](index=27&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Unregistered%20Sales%20of%20Equity%20Securities%20and%20Use%20of%20Proceeds) This section details the IPO and private placement of warrants, with $220,520,770 placed in a trust account - Gross proceeds of **$220,520,770** from the IPO and private placement of warrants were placed in a trust account[121](index=121&type=chunk) [Defaults Upon Senior Securities](index=28&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Defaults%20Upon%20Senior%20Securities) The company reports no defaults upon senior securities - None[123](index=123&type=chunk) [Mine Safety Disclosures](index=28&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Mine%20Safety%20Disclosures) This section is not applicable to the company - Not applicable[123](index=123&type=chunk) [Other Information](index=28&type=section&id=Item%205.%20Other%20Information) A non-binding letter of intent with a mining company is not expected to proceed, and the company is actively discussing with other targets in alternative energy and infrastructure - A non-binding letter of intent with a mining company from May 2020 is not expected to proceed[124](index=124&type=chunk) - The company is in discussions with multiple other targets in the alternative energy, infrastructure, and electrification sectors[124](index=124&type=chunk) [Exhibits](index=28&type=section&id=Item%206.%20Exhibits) This section lists the exhibits filed as part of the Form 10-Q, including an amendment to the Certificate of Incorporation and a Promissory Note - Lists exhibits filed with the report, including an amendment to the Certificate of Incorporation and a Promissory Note dated May 20, 2020[126](index=126&type=chunk)
Advent(ADN) - 2020 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2020-05-11 20:06
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2020 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No. 001-38615 AMCI ACQUISITION CORP. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 83-0982969 (State or other jurisdiction o ...
Advent(ADN) - 2019 Q4 - Annual Report
2020-03-27 20:32
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 1501 Ligonier Street, Suite 370 Latrobe, PA 15650 (Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code) Title of Each Class Trading Symbol(s) Name of Each Exchange on Which Registered Common Stock, par value $0.0001 per share AMCI The NASDAQ Stock Market LLC Warrants to purchase one share of Common Stock AMCIW The NASDAQ Stock Market LLC Units, each consisting of one share of Common Stock and one Warrant AMCIU The NASDAQ Stock Market LLC ...
Advent(ADN) - 2019 Q3 - Quarterly Report
2019-11-12 22:18
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2019 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No. 001-38615 AMCI ACQUISITION CORP. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 83-0982969 (State or other jurisdicti ...
Advent(ADN) - 2019 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2019-08-09 20:27
PART I – FINANCIAL INFORMATION [Financial Statements](index=4&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Financial%20Statements) The unaudited condensed financial statements as of June 30, 2019, provide a snapshot of the company's financial position and performance Condensed Balance Sheet Data (as of June 30, 2019) | Metric | June 30, 2019 (Unaudited) | December 31, 2018 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Cash and cash equivalents held in Trust Account | $223,336,547 | $221,060,045 | | Total Assets | $224,065,917 | $222,076,149 | | Total Liabilities | $8,322,174 | $7,965,591 | | Common stock subject to possible redemption | $210,743,740 | $209,110,550 | | Total Stockholders' Equity | $5,000,003 | $5,000,008 | Condensed Statement of Operations Data | Period | Other Income (Dividends & Interest) | Loss from Operations | Net Income | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Three Months Ended June 30, 2019 | $1,270,690 | $(153,620) | $842,931 | | Six Months Ended June 30, 2019 | $2,531,081 | $(394,757) | $1,633,185 | Condensed Statement of Cash Flows (Six Months Ended June 30, 2019) | Cash Flow Activity | Amount | | :--- | :--- | | Net cash used in operating activities | $(501,571) | | Net cash provided by investing activities | $254,579 | | Net cash provided by financing activities | $0 | | Net Change in Cash | $(246,992) | [Notes to Condensed Financial Statements](index=8&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20Condensed%20Financial%20Statements) Detailed disclosures support the financial statements, outlining accounting policies, IPO details, and stockholders' equity structure [Note 1 - Organization and Business Operations](index=8&type=section&id=Note%201%20-%20Description%20of%20Organization%20and%20Business%20Operations) AMCI Acquisition Corp operates as a blank-check company focused on the natural resource sectors with a May 2020 deadline for a business combination - The Company is a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) intending to focus its search for a business combination on companies in the **global natural resource infrastructure, value chain, and logistics-related sectors**[20](index=20&type=chunk) - The Company consummated its Initial Public Offering in November 2018, raising gross proceeds of **$200 million** from 20 million units, with an additional **$20.5 million** from an over-allotment option[21](index=21&type=chunk)[23](index=23&type=chunk) - The Company has until **May 20, 2020** (the "Combination Period") to complete a Business Combination, or it will be required to cease operations, redeem public shares, and dissolve[30](index=30&type=chunk) [Note 2 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies](index=11&type=section&id=Note%202%20-%20Summary%20of%20Significant%20Accounting%20Policies) Key accounting policies include using the extended transition period for new standards and classifying redeemable common stock as temporary equity - The Company is an **"emerging growth company"** under the JOBS Act and has elected not to opt out of the extended transition period for complying with new or revised financial accounting standards[37](index=37&type=chunk)[38](index=38&type=chunk) - Common stock subject to possible redemption is classified as **temporary equity** outside of the stockholders' equity section, as redemption is outside the Company's control[43](index=43&type=chunk) - Net loss per share is calculated using the **two-class method**, excluding shares subject to possible redemption from the basic calculation as they only participate in Trust Account earnings[44](index=44&type=chunk) [Note 3 & 4 – Initial Public Offering and Private Placement Warrants](index=14&type=section&id=Note%203%20%26%204%20%E2%80%93%20Initial%20Public%20Offering%20and%20Private%20Placement%20Warrants) The company sold over 22 million units in its IPO and concurrently sold over 5.9 million non-redeemable warrants to its Sponsor - The Company sold **22,052,077 units at $10.00 per unit** in its IPO, with each unit including one Class A common stock and one redeemable warrant to purchase a share at $11.50[56](index=56&type=chunk) - Simultaneously with the IPO, the Sponsor purchased an aggregate of **5,910,416 Private Placement Warrants at $1.00 each**, which will expire worthless if a Business Combination is not completed[57](index=57&type=chunk) [Note 5 - Related Party Transactions](index=14&type=section&id=Note%205%20-%20Related%20Party%20Transactions) The Sponsor purchased founder shares for $25,000, provides administrative services for a monthly fee, and may offer convertible working capital loans - The Sponsor purchased **5,750,000 Class B Founder Shares** for an aggregate price of **$25,000**[59](index=59&type=chunk) - The Company pays an affiliate of the Sponsor **$10,000 per month** for office space and administrative support, totaling $60,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2019[62](index=62&type=chunk) - The Sponsor may provide Working Capital Loans, of which up to **$1,500,000 may be convertible into warrants** at $1.00 per warrant[64](index=64&type=chunk) [Note 6 – Commitments](index=15&type=section&id=Note%206%20%E2%80%93%20Commitments) The company has granted registration rights to certain security holders and has deferred fee payments contingent on a business combination - Holders of Founder Shares and Private Placement Warrants are entitled to **registration rights** for the resale of their securities after a Business Combination[65](index=65&type=chunk) - The Company has deferred payments to a legal firm and a transfer agent totaling **$25,708** as of June 30, 2019, which are contingent upon the consummation of a Business Combination[67](index=67&type=chunk) [Note 7 - Stockholders' Equity](index=16&type=section&id=Note%207%20-%20Stockholders'%20Equity) The company's equity structure includes Class A and Class B common shares, with specific conversion and redemption features for its warrants - As of June 30, 2019, there were **1,186,360 shares of Class A common stock** and **5,513,019 shares of Class B common stock** issued and outstanding (excluding shares subject to redemption)[69](index=69&type=chunk) - Class B common stock will **automatically convert into Class A common stock** on a one-for-one basis at the time of a Business Combination, subject to anti-dilution adjustments[70](index=70&type=chunk) - Public Warrants may be redeemed by the Company for $0.01 per warrant if the Class A common stock price **equals or exceeds $18.00 per share** for any 20 trading days within a 30-day period[74](index=74&type=chunk) [Note 8 - Fair Value Measurements](index=18&type=section&id=Note%208%20-%20Fair%20Value%20Measurements) Assets held in the Trust Account are classified as Level 1 fair value measurements based on quoted prices in active markets - Assets held in the Trust Account are measured at fair value and are classified as **Level 1**, based on quoted prices in active markets for identical assets[82](index=82&type=chunk)[83](index=83&type=chunk) [Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (MD&A)](index=19&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Management's%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) Management discusses the company's limited operational history, with income derived from trust account interest and sufficient liquidity for its search period [Results of Operations](index=20&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations) The company generated no operating revenue, with net income for the first half of 2019 driven by interest income from its trust account Net Income Summary | Period | Net Income/(Loss) | Key Components | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Three Months Ended June 30, 2019 | $842,931 | $1.27M interest income, offset by operating costs and taxes | | Six Months Ended June 30, 2019 | $1,633,185 | $2.53M interest income, offset by operating costs and taxes | | Inception (June 18, 2018) to June 30, 2018 | $(2,600) | Operating costs | [Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=20&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Capital%20Resources) The company's liquidity is sourced from cash held outside the trust and potential sponsor loans, deemed sufficient through May 20, 2020 - As of June 30, 2019, the Company had **$639,287 in cash** held outside the trust account and working capital of **$698,473**[99](index=99&type=chunk) - The Sponsor may provide working capital loans up to **$1,500,000** to fund transaction costs, which may be convertible into warrants[100](index=100&type=chunk) - Management believes the Company has **sufficient liquidity** to meet its anticipated obligations through May 20, 2020[101](index=101&type=chunk)[102](index=102&type=chunk) [Critical Accounting Policies](index=22&type=section&id=Critical%20Accounting%20Policies) Critical accounting policies involve the classification of redeemable common stock as temporary equity and the use of the two-class method for EPS - Common stock subject to possible redemption is classified as **temporary equity** because the redemption features are outside of the Company's control[107](index=107&type=chunk) - Net loss per common share is computed using the **two-class method**, excluding shares subject to redemption from the basic loss per share calculation[108](index=108&type=chunk) [Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk](index=22&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20about%20Market%20Risk) The company has no material market or interest rate risk as its trust account funds are invested in short-term U.S. government treasury obligations - The Company's funds held in the trust account are invested in money market funds holding U.S. government treasury obligations, resulting in **no material exposure to interest rate risk**[109](index=109&type=chunk) [Controls and Procedures](index=23&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) Management concluded that disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of June 30, 2019, with no material changes in internal controls - Management concluded that as of June 30, 2019, the Company's **disclosure controls and procedures were effective**[111](index=111&type=chunk) - There were **no material changes** in the Company's internal control over financial reporting during the quarter ended June 30, 2019[112](index=112&type=chunk) PART II – OTHER INFORMATION [Legal Proceedings and Risk Factors](index=23&type=section&id=Item%201%20%26%201A.%20Legal%20Proceedings%20and%20Risk%20Factors) The company reports no legal proceedings and no material changes to its previously disclosed risk factors - The Company has **no legal proceedings** to report[113](index=113&type=chunk) - There have been **no material changes** to the risk factors disclosed in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K[113](index=113&type=chunk) [Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds](index=23&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Unregistered%20Sales%20of%20Equity%20Securities%20and%20Use%20of%20Proceeds) Proceeds from the IPO and private warrant placement were primarily deposited into a trust account after deducting underwriting fees and offering costs - Simultaneously with the IPO, the Company sold **5,910,416 Private Placement Warrants** to the Sponsor at $1.00 each, which was an unregistered sale exempt under Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act[115](index=115&type=chunk) - Of the gross proceeds from the IPO and private placement, **$220,520,770 was placed in a trust account**, while the company paid $4,410,416 in underwriting fees and $524,623 in other costs[117](index=117&type=chunk) [Other Items](index=24&type=section&id=Other%20Items%20(3,%204,%205,%206)) The company reports no defaults on senior securities, no mine safety disclosures, and no other material information for the period - The Company reports **no defaults upon senior securities**, no mine safety disclosures, and no other material information under Item 5[117](index=117&type=chunk)
Advent(ADN) - 2019 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2019-05-15 21:12
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2019 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No. 001-38615 AMCI ACQUISITION CORP. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 83-0982969 (State or other jurisdiction o ...
Advent(ADN) - 2018 Q4 - Annual Report
2019-04-01 21:01
Acquisition Strategy - The company is focused on acquiring middle market companies or assets valued between $500 million and $1.0 billion of enterprise value in the Natural Resources and METS sectors[16]. - The management team has invested over $1.5 billion in more than 40 Natural Resource and METS transactions, indicating extensive experience in the sector[13]. - Current market conditions have led to many Natural Resources and METS companies facing undercapitalization, increasing the number of investment opportunities[13]. - The management team believes that capital constraints in the natural resource value chain present attractive acquisition opportunities[16]. - The company intends to utilize a research-intensive, analytical process to source investment opportunities, leveraging the management team's industry experience[19]. - The management team is expected to improve the strategic and operational performance of acquired assets and businesses[20]. - The management team will conduct disciplined valuation analyses and rigorous due diligence as part of the acquisition process[19]. - The company may pursue an Affiliated Joint Acquisition with entities affiliated with its Executive Chairman and sponsor, contingent on regulatory compliance and mutual benefits[25]. - The management team has extensive experience and relationships in the Natural Resources and METS sectors, enhancing the potential for business combinations[36]. Financial Resources - The company has $221,060,045 available for an initial business combination, before deducting $7,718,227 in deferred underwriting fees[45]. - The contingent forward purchaser has a contract to buy up to 5,000,000 units at $10.00 each, totaling up to $50,000,000[30]. - The company intends to effectuate its initial business combination using cash from its initial public offering, private placement warrants, and a contingent forward purchase contract of up to $50,000,000 to purchase up to 5,000,000 units[46]. - The company may seek to raise additional funds through private offerings of debt or equity securities to target larger businesses than those that could be acquired with the net proceeds from the initial public offering[48]. - The company has access to approximately $886,279 from the proceeds of its initial public offering held outside the trust account as of December 31, 2018[90]. Business Combination and Redemption - The company aims to complete one or more business combinations with an aggregate fair market value of at least 80% of the value of the assets held in the trust account[24]. - The company aims to acquire at least 50% of the voting securities of the target business to avoid registration as an investment company[26]. - The company will provide public stockholders the opportunity to redeem shares at a price equal to the amount in the trust account divided by the number of outstanding public shares[64]. - The company intends to redeem public shares if it cannot complete its initial business combination by May 20, 2020, which will extinguish stockholders' rights[93]. - The company cannot redeem public shares if it would cause net tangible assets to fall below $5,000,001 upon consummation of the initial business combination[71]. - If stockholders tender more shares than offered, the tender offer will be withdrawn, and the initial business combination will not be completed[68]. - Public stockholders are restricted from seeking redemption rights for more than 15% of the shares sold in the initial public offering, referred to as "Excess Shares"[73]. - The redemption price will be equal to the aggregate amount in the trust account divided by the number of outstanding public shares, minus up to $100,000 for dissolution expenses[80]. - If the initial business combination is not completed by May 20, 2020, the company will cease operations, redeem public shares, and liquidate[80]. - The per-share redemption amount for stockholders upon dissolution is projected to be $10.00, but actual amounts may be lower due to creditor claims[85]. Regulatory and Compliance - The company is classified as an "emerging growth company," allowing it to take advantage of certain exemptions from reporting requirements[41]. - The company intends to remain an emerging growth company until it meets specific revenue or market value thresholds[44]. - The company will provide public stockholders the opportunity to redeem shares of Class A common stock upon completion of the initial business combination, either through a stockholder meeting or a tender offer[65]. - If stockholder approval is required, the company will conduct redemptions in conjunction with a proxy solicitation and file proxy materials with the SEC[69]. - A quorum for the stockholder meeting requires a majority of the voting power, and only 37.5% of public shares (8,269,529 out of 22,052,077) need to vote in favor for the initial business combination to be approved[70]. - The company’s sponsor, officers, and directors have waived rights to liquidating distributions from the trust account for founder shares if the initial business combination is not completed by the deadline[81]. - The company is required to evaluate its internal control procedures for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2019, as mandated by the Sarbanes-Oxley Act[102]. Risks and Challenges - The company may face competition from other entities with similar business objectives, which could limit its ability to acquire larger target businesses[23]. - The company plans to focus its search for an initial business combination in a single industry, which may expose it to risks associated with a lack of diversification[54]. - The company has not secured third-party financing for its initial business combination, and there is no assurance that it will be available[45]. - The company does not currently anticipate engaging professional firms for business acquisitions but may do so in the future if deemed beneficial[50]. - The company has sought waivers from vendors and service providers regarding claims to the trust account, but there is no guarantee these will be executed[86]. - Stockholders may be liable for claims by third parties to the extent of distributions received in a dissolution scenario[91]. - If the trust account proceeds fall below $10.00 per public share due to asset value reductions, the company cannot assure that stockholders will receive this amount[89]. - The company has not reserved for indemnification obligations related to claims against the trust account, raising concerns about the ability to satisfy such obligations[88]. Operational Structure - The company has agreed to pay an affiliate of its sponsor a total of $10,000 per month for office space and administrative support[50]. - The company currently has four officers who are not obligated to devote specific hours to its affairs until the initial business combination is completed[99]. - Financial statements of prospective target businesses will be provided to stockholders as part of the tender offer materials, which may limit the pool of potential targets[101].