Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported record revenue for Q1 at $326 million, a 39% increase year-over-year [22] - Gross margin improved to 28.7%, up over 1,000 basis points from 17.5% in Q1 of 2024 [23] - Operating income was $13.2 million compared to a loss of $30.7 million in the same quarter last year [23] - EBITDA reached $25.2 million, a significant improvement from a negative $18.2 million in Q1 of 2024 [23] - Non-GAAP EPS was $0.03 per share, compared to a loss of $0.17 per share a year ago [23] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The services business was highlighted as profitable for the fifth consecutive quarter, indicating strong performance and improvement [25] - The company is experiencing robust activity in large load advanced manufacturing operations, AI-related hardware, and essential services like healthcare [12][13] - The international business, particularly in Korea, remains strong, contributing to overall growth [14] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Demand for electricity is expected to continue expanding, with major users accepting on-site generation as a necessity [10] - The company noted that AI data centers are committed to investing in capacity growth, indicating no slowdown in this sector [11] - The commercial and industrial segment is seeing varied activity, with large load operations remaining strong while consumer-facing businesses may delay decision-making [13][14] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on growing its business amidst a super cycle in electricity infrastructure growth, driven by demand for on-site power generation [18] - A multi-country strategy is in place to mitigate tariff impacts, with a strong emphasis on maintaining manufacturing in the U.S. [16][33] - The company is actively working with utilities to expand its market presence, indicating a dual approach to customer engagement [44] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in meeting 2025 revenue guidance despite potential project delays due to supply chain issues [36] - The company is committed to maintaining its gross margin guidance of approximately 29%, despite anticipated tariff impacts [33][17] - Management highlighted the importance of resilience in the supply chain, emphasizing that critical materials do not come from contested supply chains [61][62] Other Important Information - The CFO will be exiting the company on May 1, with an interim CFO appointed to ensure continuity [20] - The company has a strong leadership team and finance organization, which is expected to maintain performance during the transition [20] Q&A Session Summary Question: Impact on pipeline conversion timing due to supply chain issues - Management indicated strong confidence in the pipeline and does not foresee significant delays in project commissioning [36] Question: Clarification on margin guidance amidst tariff impacts - Management reiterated the gross margin guidance of 29%, stating that they will find ways to mitigate tariff impacts without passing costs to customers [33] Question: Future growth drivers between direct customer engagement and utility partnerships - Management believes both direct engagement and utility partnerships will drive product deployment, with a strong focus on utilities for large loads [44] Question: Sensitivity of margins to potential tariff increases - Management expressed confidence in their ability to manage costs and maintain guidance despite potential tariff changes [52] Question: Update on customer traction outside the U.S. and Korea - The company is targeting specific countries in Europe and Asia for expansion, with a strategic approach to international growth [65] Question: Size of backlog at the end of Q1 - Management stated that backlog comments are provided annually, but reiterated confidence in the strong commercial pipeline [95] Question: Timing for new gas grid infrastructure for utility agreements - Management indicated that timing for gas infrastructure varies by location, but does not expect it to be a significant delay for customers [108]

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