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Navigator .(NVGS) - 2022 Q2 - Earnings Call Presentation
2022-08-19 12:54
Financial Highlights - Operating revenues for Q2 2022 reached $123.9 million, a 45% increase compared to $85.7 million in Q2 2021[7] - Net income for Q2 2022 was $14 million, or $018 per share, a significant increase of 5,300% compared to $03 million, or $001 per share, in Q2 2021[7] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q2 2022 was $55 million, compared to $283 million for Q2 2021[7] - Cash increased to $1512 million as of June 30, 2022, compared to $964 million as of June 30, 2021[7] - Debt was reduced by $459 million during Q2 2022, bringing the total debt to $9058 million, with net debt at $7546 million[8] Commercial Performance - Fleet utilization was 874% for Q2 2022, compared to 854% for Q2 2021[9] - Ethylene export volumes through the Marine Export Terminal were 268,444 tons for Q2 2022, compared to 155,428 tons for Q2 2021[9] - Ammonia earnings days almost doubled compared to Q2 2021, reaching 15% of total earnings days[48] - Petchem earnings days increased by 15% compared to Q2 2021[48] Outlook and Strategy - Utilization in Q3 2022 is expected to remain above 85%[10] - Q3 2022 ethylene export volumes through the Marine Export Terminal are expected to be approximately 200,000 tons[11]
Navigator .(NVGS) - 2022 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2022-08-18 21:21
[Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=3&type=section&id=Management%27s%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) [Overview](index=3&type=section&id=Overview) Navigator Holdings is the owner and operator of 53 liquefied gas carriers, including the world's largest fleet of handysize vessels, also holding a 50% share in the Ethylene Export Terminal at Morgan's Point, Texas, with its fleet specializing in transporting LPG, petrochemical gases, and ammonia for diverse clients - As of June 30, 2022, the company owns and operates a fleet of **53** liquefied gas carriers, making it the world's largest owner of handysize liquefied gas carriers[8](index=8&type=chunk)[10](index=10&type=chunk) - The company owns a **50%** share in an ethylene export marine terminal on the Houston Ship Channel, which has an export capacity of at least **one million tons** of ethylene per year[10](index=10&type=chunk)[16](index=16&type=chunk) - The fleet primarily transports LPG (propane and butane), petrochemical gases (like ethylene and propylene), and ammonia, serving a diverse client base of energy companies, industrial consumers, and commodity traders[14](index=14&type=chunk)[15](index=15&type=chunk) [Our Fleet](index=4&type=section&id=Our%20Fleet) As of August 17, 2022, the company's fleet consists of 53 vessels, including ethylene/ethane capable midsize and handysize carriers, semi-refrigerated handysize and smaller vessels, and fully-refrigerated vessels, with a significant portion employed on time charters or operating in the spot market or within vessel pools Fleet Composition and Employment Status (as of August 17, 2022) | Vessel Type | Total Count | Employment Mix | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Ethylene/ethane capable semi-refrigerated midsize | 4 | All on Time Charter | | Ethylene/ethane capable semi-refrigerated handysize | 9 | Mix of Time Charter and Spot Market | | Ethylene/ethane capable semi-refrigerated smaller size | 5 | All in Unigas Pool | | Semi-refrigerated handysize | 19 | Mix of Time Charter and Spot Market | | Semi-refrigerated smaller size | 4 | All in Unigas Pool | | Fully-refrigerated | 7 | All on Time Charter | - Several vessels operate within pools: **nine** owned vessels are in the Luna Pool for ethylene/ethane transport, and **nine** smaller vessels are in the independently managed Unigas Pool[18](index=18&type=chunk)[19](index=19&type=chunk) [Recent Developments](index=6&type=section&id=Recent%20Developments) The company has managed impacts from the Russia-Ukraine conflict, with two charters to a Russian counterparty concluding and two others set to expire in December 2023, while the Ethylene Export Terminal saw a significant year-over-year increase in throughput to **268,444 metric tons** in Q2 2022, driven by strong European demand for U.S. energy and petrochemicals, and the company is also expanding its presence in the ammonia transport market - Two vessels on charter to a Russian counterparty were redelivered in July 2022; two other charters with the same party expire in December 2023. The counterparty remains unsanctioned[20](index=20&type=chunk) - Ethylene Export Terminal throughput increased to **268,444 metric tons** in Q2 2022, a significant rise from **155,428 metric tons** in Q2 2021, primarily driven by strong European demand[22](index=22&type=chunk) - Handysize semi-refrigerated 12-month time charter rates increased by **$35,000 pcm** during Q2 2022 to **$720,000 pcm**[23](index=23&type=chunk) - The company increased its vessels on ammonia charters to **seven** in Q2 2022, which now constitutes **15%** of its earnings days[26](index=26&type=chunk) [Results of Operations](index=7&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations) The company reported significant growth in both the three and six months ended June 30, 2022, compared to the same periods in 2021, driven by the addition of vessels from the Ultragas Transaction, higher time charter equivalent (TCE) rates, and increased fleet utilization, leading to a substantial increase in net income bolstered by improved operating performance and higher earnings from the Ethylene Export Terminal joint venture [Comparison for the Three Months Ended June 30, 2022 and 2021](index=7&type=section&id=Unaudited%20Results%20of%20Operations%20for%20the%20Three%20Months%20Ended%20June%2030%2C%202022%20Compared%20to%20the%20Three%20Months%20Ended%20June%2030%2C%202021) For the second quarter of 2022, total operating revenues grew **44.6%** to **$123.9 million**, and net income attributable to stockholders surged to **$14.0 million** from **$0.3 million** in Q2 2021, driven by a **19.7%** increase in vessel available days from the Ultragas fleet acquisition, a rise in average TCE rates to **$24,633/day**, and higher fleet utilization of **87.4%**, with a significant contribution from the Ethylene Export Terminal joint venture, which rose to **$6.8 million** from **$2.0 million** year-over-year Q2 2022 vs Q2 2021 Financial Highlights (in thousands) | Metric | Q2 2022 | Q2 2021 | Change (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Total Operating Revenues | $123,917 | $85,699 | 44.6% | | Operating Income | $16,771 | $7,366 | 127.7% | | Net Income Attributable to Stockholders | $14,022 | $260 | 5,293.1% | Q2 2022 vs Q2 2021 Operating Metrics | Metric | Q2 2022 | Q2 2021 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Fleet Utilization | 87.4% | 85.4% | | Average Daily TCE Rate | $24,633 | $22,169 | - Revenue growth was primarily due to: **$12.3 million** from increased vessel available days (Ultragas Transaction), **$8.3 million** from higher TCE rates, and **$2.0 million** from increased fleet utilization[28](index=28&type=chunk) - Depreciation and amortization increased by **61.6%** to **$31.5 million**, with **$6.2 million** of the increase resulting from changing the useful economic life of vessels from 30 to 25 years[40](index=40&type=chunk) - Share of income from the Ethylene Export Terminal Joint Venture increased to **$6.8 million** from **$2.0 million**, driven by a throughput increase to **268,444 tons** from **155,428 tons**[47](index=47&type=chunk) [Comparison for the Six Months Ended June 30, 2022 and 2021](index=11&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations%20for%20the%20Six%20Months%20Ended%20June%2030%2C%202022%20Compared%20to%20the%20Six%20Months%20Ended%20June%2030%2C%202021) For the first half of 2022, total operating revenues increased **42.1%** to **$243.7 million**, and net income attributable to stockholders was **$41.1 million**, compared to **$3.1 million** in H1 2021, driven by a **17.7%** increase in vessel available days, an increase in average TCE rates to **$23,781/day**, and a rise in fleet utilization to **88.4%**, with earnings from the Ethylene Export Terminal joint venture increasing to **$13.3 million** from **$1.4 million** due to a more than doubling of throughput volumes H1 2022 vs H1 2021 Financial Highlights (in thousands) | Metric | H1 2022 | H1 2021 | Change (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Total Operating Revenues | $243,694 | $171,447 | 42.1% | | Operating Income | $34,466 | $19,700 | 75.0% | | Net Income Attributable to Stockholders | $41,060 | $3,080 | 1,233.1% | H1 2022 vs H1 2021 Operating Metrics | Metric | H1 2022 | H1 2021 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Fleet Utilization | 88.4% | 86.8% | | Average Daily TCE Rate | $23,781 | $22,060 | - Revenue growth was primarily due to: **$22.6 million** from increased vessel available days, **$11.7 million** from higher TCE rates, and **$3.0 million** from increased fleet utilization[51](index=51&type=chunk) - Share of income from the Ethylene Export Terminal Joint Venture increased to **$13.3 million** from **$1.4 million**, as throughput volumes rose to **535,554 tons** from **245,805 tons**[70](index=70&type=chunk) [Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=15&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Capital%20Resources) As of June 30, 2022, the company had **$151.2 million** in cash and **$20.0 million** available on a revolving credit facility, with a net current liability position of **$27.7 million** due to upcoming debt maturities, which management is actively working to refinance, while cash from operations increased to **$58.7 million** for the first half of 2022, investing activities provided **$40.4 million**, and financing activities used **$72.1 million** for debt repayments, with no newbuildings on order but potential future investments [Liquidity and Cash Needs](index=15&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Cash%20Needs) The company's primary funding sources are cash from operations and financing activities, with liquidity at **$151.2 million** in cash and **$20.0 million** in undrawn credit as of June 30, 2022, and despite a net current liability of **$27.7 million** due to maturing debt, management is negotiating refinancing and believes existing resources are sufficient for the next twelve months - As of June 30, 2022, the company had cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash of **$151.2 million**, plus **$20.0 million** available under a revolving credit facility[73](index=73&type=chunk) - A net current liability position of **$27.7 million** was reported, primarily due to the upcoming maturity of two secured term loan facilities. Management expects to refinance these facilities[76](index=76&type=chunk) - Total outstanding obligations were **$920.2 million**, with **$82.9 million** maturing in the remainder of 2022[77](index=77&type=chunk) [Capital Expenditures](index=15&type=section&id=Capital%20Expenditures) The company currently has no newbuildings on order, but future capital may be allocated to acquiring additional vessels or investing in terminal infrastructure, such as expanding the existing Ethylene Export Terminal - The company has no newbuildings on order but may acquire additional vessels or invest in terminal infrastructure as part of its growth strategy[79](index=79&type=chunk) [Cash Flows](index=16&type=section&id=Cash%20Flows) For the six months ended June 30, 2022, net cash from operating activities was **$58.7 million**, an increase from **$53.8 million** in the prior year period, net cash from investing activities was **$40.4 million**, largely from vessel sales, and net cash used in financing activities was **$72.1 million** for debt repayments, resulting in a cash balance of **$151.2 million** at the end of the period Cash Flow Summary for the Six Months Ended June 30 (in thousands) | Activity | 2022 | 2021 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net cash provided by operating activities | $58,705 | $53,812 | | Net cash provided by investing activities | $40,352 | $2,745 | | Net cash used in financing activities | ($72,064) | ($19,472) | | **Net increase in cash** | **$26,993** | **$37,085** | - Investing cash flows in H1 2022 were driven by **$26.4 million** in proceeds from vessel sales and **$14.2 million** in distributions from the Export Terminal Joint Venture[85](index=85&type=chunk) - Financing cash flows in H1 2022 were primarily used for **$68.8 million** in repayments of secured term loan facilities[87](index=87&type=chunk) [Debt Facilities](index=17&type=section&id=Debt%20Facilities) The company's debt structure includes a Terminal Facility for the Ethylene Export Terminal, multiple secured term loan and revolving credit facilities, and both senior secured and unsecured bonds, with total outstanding principal on these facilities approximately **$864 million** as of June 30, 2022, and the company was in compliance with all financial covenants Summary of Secured Term Loan and Revolving Credit Facilities (as of June 30, 2022) | Facility Date | Principal Outstanding (millions) | Maturity Date | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | January 2015 | $65.6 | Aug 2022 - Apr 2023 | | October 2016 | $70.3 | November 2023 | | June 2017 | $78.3 | June 2023 | | Total (all facilities) | $692.3 | Various | - The company has **NOK 600 million** in 2018 Senior Secured Bonds maturing in November 2023, secured by three vessels[100](index=100&type=chunk)[101](index=101&type=chunk)[103](index=103&type=chunk) - The company has **$100.0 million** in 2020 Senior Unsecured Bonds maturing in September 2025[108](index=108&type=chunk)[110](index=110&type=chunk) [Critical Accounting Estimates](index=20&type=section&id=Critical%20Accounting%20Estimates) The company's financial statements are prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP, which requires management to make estimates and assumptions that are regularly reviewed, but actual results could differ, with key accounting policies detailed in the 2021 Annual Report - The preparation of financial statements under U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and judgments that could materially affect reported results[119](index=119&type=chunk) [Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk](index=21&type=section&id=Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20About%20Market%20Risk) [Interest Rate Risk](index=21&type=section&id=Interest%20Rate%20Risk) The company is exposed to interest rate risk on its variable-rate debt, with **$419.2 million** of debt subject to variable interest rates as of June 30, 2022, where a **100 basis point** change in U.S. LIBOR would impact annual interest payments by **$4.2 million**, and the company utilizes interest rate swaps to mitigate this risk - As of June 30, 2022, the company had **$419.2 million** in outstanding debt subject to variable interest rates[123](index=123&type=chunk) - A **100 basis point (1%)** variation in U.S. LIBOR would result in a **$4.2 million** change in annual interest payments[123](index=123&type=chunk) - Interest rate swaps are used to reduce exposure to market risk from changes in interest rates[124](index=124&type=chunk) [Foreign Currency Exchange Rate Risk](index=21&type=section&id=Foreign%20Currency%20Exchange%20Rate%20Risk) The company's primary currency is the U.S. Dollar, but it incurs expenses in other currencies like the Euro and Pound Sterling, with the main foreign currency exposure coming from its **NOK 600 million** senior secured bonds, which is economically hedged using a cross-currency interest rate swap to mitigate risks on both interest and principal payments - The company's primary currency is the U.S. Dollar, but it has transactional risk from expenses in foreign currencies, primarily the Euro, Pound Sterling, Danish Kroner, and Polish Zloty[125](index=125&type=chunk) - A significant exposure exists from the **NOK 600 million** senior secured bonds issued in 2018. This risk is mitigated through a cross-currency interest rate swap covering both interest and principal[126](index=126&type=chunk)[127](index=127&type=chunk) [Inflation](index=21&type=section&id=Inflation) Inflation affects operating expenses such as crewing, insurance, and drydocking costs, and rising bunker (fuel) costs can have a material effect on voyage charters where the company bears the fuel expense, potentially causing a temporary negative impact on results despite freight rates tending to adjust - Operating expenses like crewing, insurance, and drydocking are subject to inflation[128](index=128&type=chunk) - Increases in bunker costs primarily affect vessels on voyage charters, as charterers pay for fuel on time charters. As of June 30, 2022, **28 of 44** owned and managed vessels were on time charter[128](index=128&type=chunk) [Credit Risk](index=21&type=section&id=Credit%20Risk) The company faces credit risk from its vessel charterers and continuously evaluates their creditworthiness, with credit risk concentration limited as of June 30, 2022, as no single charterer employed more than four of the company's vessels - The company continuously monitors credit risk associated with its charterers. As of June 30, 2022, no single charterer employed more than **four** of its vessels[129](index=129&type=chunk) [Important Information Regarding Forward-Looking Statements](index=22&type=section&id=Important%20Information%20Regarding%20Forward-Looking%20Statements) [Forward-Looking Statements Disclosure](index=22&type=section&id=Forward-Looking%20Statements%20Disclosure) This section contains a standard safe harbor statement, warning that the report includes forward-looking statements regarding plans, strategies, and future performance, listing numerous risks and uncertainties such as market conditions, charter rates, the impact of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, and the financial success of its joint ventures, that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected, and the company disclaims any obligation to update these statements - The report includes forward-looking statements concerning future operations and economic performance[132](index=132&type=chunk) - Key risks identified include global health crises, market trends, charter rates, ability to comply with debt covenants, the impact of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, and the success of the Ethylene Export Terminal and Ultragas integration[133](index=133&type=chunk) [Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements](index=23&type=section&id=Unaudited%20Condensed%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) [Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets](index=23&type=section&id=Unaudited%20Condensed%20Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheets%20as%20of%20December%2031%2C%202021%20and%20June%2030%2C%202022) As of June 30, 2022, the company reported total assets of **$2.125 billion**, a slight decrease from **$2.157 billion** at year-end 2021, with total liabilities decreasing to **$965.4 million** from **$1.040 billion** primarily due to debt repayments, and total stockholders' equity increasing to **$1.159 billion** from **$1.117 billion** Balance Sheet Highlights (in thousands) | Account | June 30, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash | $151,216 | $124,223 | | Vessels, net | $1,709,356 | $1,763,252 | | **Total Assets** | **$2,124,865** | **$2,157,425** | | Current portion of secured term loan facilities | $222,684 | $148,570 | | **Total Liabilities** | **$965,405** | **$1,039,971** | | **Total Stockholders' Equity** | **$1,159,460** | **$1,117,454** | [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations](index=24&type=section&id=Unaudited%20Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Operations%20for%20the%20Three%20and%20Six%20Months%20ended%20June%2030%2C%202021%20and%202022) The company's statements of operations show significant year-over-year improvement, with net income attributable to stockholders at **$14.0 million** (**$0.18** per diluted share) for Q2 2022, compared to **$0.3 million** (**$0.01** per diluted share) in Q2 2021, and **$41.1 million** (**$0.53** per diluted share) for the six-month period, up from **$3.1 million** (**$0.05** per diluted share) in H1 2021 Statement of Operations Summary (in thousands, except per share data) | Metric | Q2 2022 | Q2 2021 | H1 2022 | H1 2021 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Total Operating Revenues | $123,917 | $85,699 | $243,694 | $171,447 | | Operating Income | $16,771 | $7,366 | $34,466 | $19,700 | | Net Income Attributable to Stockholders | $14,022 | $260 | $41,060 | $3,080 | | Diluted EPS | $0.18 | $0.01 | $0.53 | $0.05 | [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income](index=25&type=section&id=Unaudited%20Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Comprehensive%20Income%20for%20the%20Three%20and%20Six%20Months%20ended%20June%2030%2C%202021%20and%202022) For the six months ended June 30, 2022, total comprehensive income was **$41.5 million**, consisting of **$41.8 million** in net income and a foreign currency translation loss of **$0.2 million**, compared to a total comprehensive income of **$3.9 million** for the same period in 2021 Comprehensive Income Summary (in thousands) | Metric | H1 2022 | H1 2021 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net Income | $41,764 | $3,863 | | Foreign currency translation (loss) / gain | ($235) | $33 | | **Total Comprehensive Income** | **$41,529** | **$3,896** | [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Stockholders' Equity](index=26&type=section&id=Unaudited%20Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Stockholders%27%20Equity%20for%20the%20Three%20and%20Six%20Months%20ended%20June%2030%2C%202021%20and%202022) Stockholders' equity increased from **$1.117 billion** at the start of 2022 to **$1.159 billion** as of June 30, 2022, primarily driven by net income of **$41.8 million** for the six-month period, partially offset by a foreign currency translation loss, with the number of outstanding shares remaining relatively stable at approximately **77.3 million** - Total equity increased from **$1,117.5 million** on January 1, 2022, to **$1,159.5 million** on June 30, 2022[143](index=143&type=chunk) - The primary driver of the equity increase was net income of **$41.8 million** for the six-month period[143](index=143&type=chunk) [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows](index=27&type=section&id=Unaudited%20Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows%20for%20the%20Six%20Months%20ended%20June%2030%2C%202021%20and%202022) For the first six months of 2022, cash and cash equivalents increased by **$27.0 million**, with net cash provided by operating activities at **$58.7 million**, investing activities providing **$40.4 million** largely from vessel sales, and financing activities using **$72.1 million** for debt repayments, resulting in a cash balance of **$151.2 million** at the end of the period Cash Flow Summary for the Six Months Ended June 30 (in thousands) | Activity | 2022 | 2021 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net cash provided by operating activities | $58,705 | $53,812 | | Net cash provided by investing activities | $40,352 | $2,745 | | Net cash used in financing activities | ($72,064) | ($19,472) | | **Net increase in cash** | **$26,993** | **$37,085** | | **Cash at end of period** | **$151,216** | **$96,356** | [Notes to Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements](index=28&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20Unaudited%20Condensed%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) The notes provide detailed explanations of the company's accounting policies and financial figures, covering the basis of presentation, revenue recognition, vessels, equity investments, debt structure, derivative instruments, share-based compensation, commitments, and related party transactions, notably including a significant accounting change reducing vessels' estimated useful lives from 30 to 25 years [Note 1: General Information and Basis of Presentation](index=28&type=section&id=Note%201.%20General%20Information%20and%20Basis%20of%20Presentation) The company operates a fleet of **53** gas carriers and has a **50%** share in an ethylene export terminal, with financial statements prepared under U.S. GAAP, and despite a net current liability position of **$27.7 million** due to maturing debt, management has determined the going concern basis is appropriate as it expects to successfully refinance these facilities - Management has adopted the going concern basis for preparing financial statements, despite a net current liability of **$27.7 million**, based on the expectation of refinancing maturing debt facilities[156](index=156&type=chunk)[157](index=157&type=chunk) [Note 3: Operating Revenues](index=30&type=section&id=Note%203.%20Operating%20revenues) Operating revenues are generated from time charters and voyage charters, with time charter revenues at **$112.5 million** and voyage charter revenues at **$93.7 million** for the six months ended June 30, 2022, and as of June 30, 2022, the company had committed future undiscounted time charter revenues of **$388.6 million** Operating Revenue by Source - H1 2022 (in thousands) | Revenue Source | H1 2022 | | :--- | :--- | | Time charters | $112,522 | | Voyage charters | $93,749 | | Voyage charters from Luna Pool | $12,530 | | Operating revenues from Unigas Pool | $24,893 | | **Total Operating Revenues** | **$243,694** | - As of June 30, 2022, estimated undiscounted cash flows for committed time charter revenues totaled **$388.6 million**, with **$167.5 million** expected within one year[162](index=162&type=chunk) [Note 4: Vessels, Net](index=31&type=section&id=Note%204.%20Vessels%2C%20net) The net book value of the company's vessels was **$1.709 billion** as of June 30, 2022, following a significant accounting change effective January 1, 2022, reducing the estimated useful lives of vessels from **30 years** to **25 years** to reflect the impact of climate change, and during the first half of 2022, the company sold two vessels, Navigator Neptune and Happy Bird - Effective January 1, 2022, the company changed the estimated useful lives of its vessels from **30 years** to **25 years**[172](index=172&type=chunk) - The net book value of vessels decreased from **$1.763 billion** at year-end 2021 to **$1.709 billion** at June 30, 2022, reflecting depreciation and the sale of two vessels[168](index=168&type=chunk) [Note 5: Equity Method Investments](index=31&type=section&id=Note%205.%20Equity%20Method%20Investments) The company holds several equity method investments, with the largest being its **50%** stake in the Export Terminal Joint Venture, which had a carrying value of **$147.0 million** as of June 30, 2022 with no impairment recorded, and the company also holds interests in Luna Pool Agency, Unigas International, and Dan Unity CO2 - The carrying value of the investment in the Export Terminal Joint Venture was **$147.0 million** as of June 30, 2022. No impairment has been recorded[185](index=185&type=chunk) - For H1 2022, the company recognized **$13.3 million** in income from its equity method investments and received **$14.2 million** in distributions[177](index=177&type=chunk)[183](index=183&type=chunk) [Note 9: Derivative Instruments](index=34&type=section&id=Note%209.%20Derivative%20Instruments%20Accounted%20for%20at%20Fair%20Value) The company uses derivative instruments, primarily interest rate swaps and a cross-currency interest rate swap, to manage market risks, with interest rate swaps having a net fair value asset of **$14.4 million** as of June 30, 2022, and the cross-currency swap, used to hedge the NOK-denominated bonds, having a fair value liability of **$12.7 million**, resulting in an unrealized loss of **$7.7 million** for the first half of 2022 Fair Value of Derivative Instruments (as of June 30, 2022, in thousands) | Instrument | Fair Value (Asset / Liability) | | :--- | :--- | | Cross-currency interest rate swap | $(12,725) | | Interest rate swap agreements | $14,405 | - The cross-currency interest rate swap is used to economically hedge the foreign currency exposure on the NOK-denominated 2018 Bonds[204](index=204&type=chunk) [Note 12: Share-Based Compensation](index=38&type=section&id=Note%2012.%20Share-Based%20Compensation) The company maintains a long-term incentive plan, granting restricted shares and share options to directors, officers, and employees, with **85,716** restricted shares and **10,000** share options granted in H1 2022, total share-based compensation cost recognized in H1 2022 approximately **$0.5 million**, and **$0.9 million** in unrecognized compensation costs as of June 30, 2022 - During H1 2022, the company recognized **$475,692** in share-based compensation costs for share grants[225](index=225&type=chunk) - As of June 30, 2022, there was a total of **$857,827** in unrecognized compensation costs related to non-vested restricted shares, expected to be recognized over a weighted average period of **1.55 years**[225](index=225&type=chunk) [Note 13: Commitments and Contingencies](index=39&type=section&id=Note%2013.%20Commitments%20and%20Contingencies) As of June 30, 2022, the company had total contractual obligations of **$920.2 million**, including **$692.3 million** for secured term loan facilities, **$100.0 million** for the 2020 Bonds, **$71.7 million** for the 2018 Bonds, and **$51.5 million** for the Navigator Aurora facility Total Contractual Obligations (as of June 30, 2022, in thousands) | Obligation | Total Amount | | :--- | :--- | | Secured term loan facilities | $692,286 | | 2020 Bonds | $100,000 | | 2018 Bonds | $71,697 | | Office operating leases | $4,705 | | Navigator Aurora Facility | $51,488 | | **Total** | **$920,176** | [Note 16: Variable Interest Entities (VIEs)](index=41&type=section&id=Note%2016.%20Variable%20Interest%20Entities) The company consolidates several Variable Interest Entities (VIEs) where it is deemed the primary beneficiary, including PT Navigator Khatulistiwa, the lessor entity for the Navigator Aurora (OCY Aurora Ltd.), and two entities acquired in the Ultragas Transaction (UCPI and USPI), with these VIEs having total assets of **$186.2 million** and liabilities of **$69.9 million** included in the consolidated balance sheet as of June 30, 2022 - The company consolidates OCY Aurora Ltd., the special purpose vehicle that owns the vessel Navigator Aurora under a sale and leaseback arrangement, because it is deemed the primary beneficiary[243](index=243&type=chunk)[244](index=244&type=chunk) - As of June 30, 2022, the consolidated VIEs had total assets of **$186.2 million** and total liabilities of **$69.9 million**[248](index=248&type=chunk) [Note 17: Related Party Transactions](index=41&type=section&id=Note%2017.%20Related%20Party%20Transactions) Following the Ultragas Transaction, Naviera Ultranav Limitada became a principal shareholder with a **27.5%** ownership interest, and the company entered into a Transitional Services Agreement with an Ultranav affiliate (UBS) for back-office services at a monthly fee of **$173,659**, with other related parties including Ocean Yield Malta Limited (related to the Navigator Aurora financing) and various pools - Naviera Ultranav Limitada holds a **27.5%** ownership interest in the company and is considered a principal shareholder[250](index=250&type=chunk) - A Transitional Services Agreement is in place with Ultranav Business Support ApS for various back-office services, with a monthly fee of **$173,659**[251](index=251&type=chunk)
Navigator .(NVGS) - 2021 Q4 - Annual Report
2022-04-28 21:28
Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 20-F ☐ REGISTRATION STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(b) or (g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 OR ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to OR ☐ SHELL COMPANY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d ...
Navigator .(NVGS) - 2021 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2022-03-11 18:24
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Operating revenues increased by 26% compared to Q3 2021, with net income before impairment losses reaching $16.7 million, a 149% increase from $6.7 million in Q3 2021 [11][15] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 was $55.2 million, up from $32 million in Q4 2020 and $40.3 million in Q3 2021 [16] - Total vessel operating revenue for the quarter was $129.4 million, compared to $87.4 million for the same period last year and $102.7 million in Q3 2021 [16] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The increase in revenue included $11.5 million from 7 additional Handysize vessels acquired through the Ultragas transaction and $15.9 million from the Unigas Pool [17] - Average charter rates rose to approximately $22,500 per day, up from $21,123 per day in Q4 2020, contributing an additional $5.1 million to total revenues [19] - Operating revenue from the Pool was $8.3 million for the quarter, with a net benefit of $1.9 million from the Pool compared to a $600,000 deficit in Q4 2020 [21][22] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a profit of $6.4 million from the ethylene Marine Export Terminal based on 241,500 tons of ethylene throughput charges [29] - The geopolitical situation, particularly the conflict in Ukraine, is expected to impact trade flows and increase shipping distances, potentially raising freight rates [8][12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to leverage its robust balance sheet and strong cash position to facilitate further growth despite geopolitical uncertainties [12] - There is a focus on debt reduction and potential capital allocation towards alternative investments, including the possibility of introducing a dividend or share buyback policy [79] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management highlighted the significant impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict on energy markets and shipping, with expectations of increased demand for North American exports [6][8] - The company anticipates a strong demand for ethylene and ethane exports, benefiting from competitive pricing against oil [42][48] Other Important Information - The company appointed Dr. Anita Odedra to the Board of Directors, bringing valuable industry experience [13] - Impairment losses on 9 vessels amounted to $63.7 million due to a reduction in the estimated useful life of the vessels [25] Q&A Session Summary Question: Impact of sanctions on vessels chartered to Russian counterparties - Management confirmed that existing charters comply with current sanctions and can be terminated if sanctions change [52][54] Question: Future utilization of the ethylene terminal - Management indicated strong expectations for terminal throughput, with nearly full capacity contracted [64] Question: CO2 transportation partnership developments - The company is actively working on CO2 transportation services and sees continued interest in this area despite current geopolitical tensions [84][85]
Navigator .(NVGS) - 2022 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2022-03-10 21:06
Exhibit 1 NAVIGATOR HOLDINGS LTD. PRELIMINARY FOURTH QUARTER AND FINANCIAL YEAR 2021 RESULTS (UNAUDITED) Highlights The Company's financial information for the quarter and year ended December 31, 2021 included in this press release is preliminary and unaudited and is subject to change in connection with the completion of the Company's year-end close procedures and further financial review, including the audit currently underway by the Company's independent registered public accounting firm. Actual audited r ...
Navigator .(NVGS) - 2021 Q3 - Earnings Call Presentation
2021-11-30 20:24
"Navigator Holdings Ltd. (NYSE:NVGS)" Third Quarter 2021 – Supplementary Presentation Confidential FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS This presentation contains certain statements that may be deemed to be "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of applicable federal securities laws. Most forward-looking statements contain words that identify them as forward-looking, such as "may", "plan", "seek", "will", "expect", "intend", "estimate", "anticipate", "believe", "project", "opportunity", "target", "goal", "gr ...
Navigator .(NVGS) - 2021 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2021-11-30 18:12
Navigator Holdings Ltd. (NYSE:NVGS) Q3 2021 Results Conference Call November 30, 2021 10:00 AM ET Â Company Participants Dag von Appen - Chairman Niall Nolan - CFO Oeyvind Lindeman - Chief Commercial Officer Michael Schroder - COO Conference Call Participants Sean Morgan - Evercore Ben Nolan - Stifel Randy Giveans - Jefferies Operator Thank you for standing by, ladies and gentlemen and welcome to the Navigator Holdings Conference Call on the Third Quarter 2021 Financial Results. We have with us, Mr. Dag von ...
Navigator .(NVGS) - 2021 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2021-08-17 17:50
Navigator Holdings Ltd. (NYSE:NVGS) Q2 2021 Results Conference Call August 17, 2021 10:00 AM ET Company Participants David Butters - Executive Chairman Harry Deans - CEO Niall Nolan - CFO Oeyvind Lindeman - Chief Commercial Officer Conference Call Participants Sean Morgan - Evercore Randy Giveans - Jefferies Ben Nolan - Stifel Operator Thank you for standing by, ladies and gentlemen and welcome to the Navigator Holdings Conference Call on the Second Quarter 2021 Financial Results. We have with us, Mr. David ...
Navigator .(NVGS) - 2020 Q4 - Annual Report
2021-05-17 21:17
Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 20-F ☐ REGISTRATION STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(b) or (g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 OR ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2020 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to OR ☐ SHELL COMPANY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 1 ...
Navigator .(NVGS) - 2020 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2021-03-19 17:40
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a net income of $3.4 million for Q4 2020, an improvement from a net loss of $2.8 million in Q4 2019 and a profit of $1.5 million in the previous quarter [7][16][23] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 was $32 million, with $2.1 million generated from terminal operations and $29.9 million from the shipping segment [16][17] - Total operating revenue from vessels increased to $87.4 million in Q4, up from $81.4 million in the previous quarter and $76.1 million in Q4 2019 [17][19] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Fleet utilization improved to 91% in Q4, compared to 78.8% in the prior quarter, with a full-year utilization rate of 86.8%, consistent with 2019 [8][18] - The ethylene joint venture terminal achieved an annual throughput of over 420,000 tons, with Q4 EBITDA of $2.1 million [12][13] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company held a 61% market share of all ethylene cargoes exported from the U.S. during the quarter, translating to 7 voyages for 5 vessels [27][30] - LPG exports from the East Coast increased significantly, with cargoes rising from 2 in November to 10 in January [30] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to maximize existing capacity at the ethylene joint venture terminal before considering future expansions, which can be done at a relatively low cost [42][43] - There is a focus on potential consolidation opportunities in the marketplace and investments to enhance vessel sustainability [43] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - The management noted that the business environment improved in the second half of 2020, but ongoing COVID-19 impacts are expected until vaccination levels rise significantly [4][5] - The company anticipates normalization of the ethylene supply-demand balance in the U.S. and positive influences from new LPG export terminals starting in April [35] Other Important Information - The company completed Phase 2 of the Morgan's Point ethane JV terminal, which is expected to enhance throughput and efficiency [12] - Cash at year-end stood at $59.3 million, with total debt at $850.2 million, and no maturities on any facilities until Q4 2022 [24][25] Q&A Session Summary Question: Strategic priorities going forward - The company plans to maximize current assets and may consider expanding the ethylene joint venture terminal if market conditions are favorable [40][42] Question: Impact of force majeure on revenue - Force majeure suspends contracts without extending them, requiring parties to seek alternative supplies [45] Question: Contribution from the JV terminal - The decline in contributions was primarily due to Hurricane Laura and the need to fill storage tanks, which temporarily disrupted exports [52][56] Question: Utilization impact from winter storms - Utilization is expected to revert to mid-80s for Q1 2021 due to the impact of the Texas freeze [61] Question: Future exports from new terminals - Discussions are ongoing for exports from the Repauno and Pembina terminals, with expectations for fixtures to be completed soon [67]