Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported revenues of $194 million for the quarter, with an EBITDA equivalent cash flow of $112 million [5][24] - The EBITDA equivalent over the last twelve months was $526 million [5] - The net profit for the second quarter was approximately SEK 1.5 million or $0.01 per share, compared to a net loss of approximately SEK 32 million or $0.02 per share in the previous quarter [26] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The container vessel segment generated approximately $2 million in revenue, while the car carrier fleet generated approximately NOK 26 million, slightly up from the last quarter [21][22] - The tanker fleet's gross charter hire decreased to approximately NOK 41 million from NOK 45 million in the previous quarter due to scheduled dry dockings [22] - The overall utilization across the shipping fleet was 98.1%, with an adjusted utilization of 99.9% [15] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The charter backlog currently stands at $4.2 billion, with two-thirds of this backlog from customers with investment-grade ratings [10][29] - The company has a diversified fleet consisting of 60 maritime assets, including 30 containerships, 16 large tankers, and two drilling rigs [12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on strengthening its charter backlog by securing agreements with strong counterparties and investing in cargo handling and fuel efficiency upgrades [6][10] - The company has divested older, less efficient vessels and is committed to fleet renewal and new technology, with 11 vessels now capable of operating on LNG fuel [7][12] - The company aims to enhance its fleet to position itself for organic growth and comply with strict regulatory demands aimed at reducing shipping emissions [13][14] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about finding new employment for the idle drilling rig Hercules, despite current market volatility and oil price fluctuations [8][9] - The decision to adjust the dividend to $0.20 per share was made to ensure that distributions are not subsidized by idle assets, particularly the Hercules rig [10][36] - The company has a strong liquidity position, including undrawn credit lines and unencumbered vessels, which will enable continued investment in new assets [11][27] Other Important Information - The company has returned nearly $2.9 billion to shareholders over 86 consecutive quarters [10] - The average age of the vessels sold was about 18 years, reducing the fleet average by about two years [12] Q&A Session Summary Question: What’s the status with the lawsuit with Seadrill? - The company is involved in two lawsuits, with the larger one regarding the redelivery of the Hercules scheduled for 2026, and a guarantee for an adjustment amounting to approximately $45 million to $50 million has been received from Seadrill [30] Question: Can you walk us through your thought process on the decision to lower the dividend? - Management acknowledged disappointment regarding the dividend adjustment, attributing it to the idle status of the Hercules rig and the need to ensure that distributions are not subsidized by non-operational assets [34][36] Question: What are the expected costs for dry docking in the second half of the year? - Management expects dry docking costs to be significantly lower in Q3 and Q4 compared to Q2, with estimates around $3 million to $3.5 million for Q3 and $1 million to $2 million for Q4 [42][44] Question: How is the company viewing opportunities for potential acquisitions? - The company continues to look for acquisition opportunities, although the market has been slower due to general uncertainty. They have significant investment capacity following recent divestitures [46][47] Question: What should be expected for the organic EBITDA contribution from the energy side? - The energy segment is expected to have a negative drag going forward, but the shipping fleet is generating solid contributions and cash flow [50][54]

Company Overview - Helmerich & Payne (H&P) is a premier U S driller with 149 contracted rigs[10] - The company has a strong presence in the Middle East with 65 contracted rigs, including 17 rigs that are temporarily suspended or notified to suspend operations in Saudi Arabia[10] - H&P has an asset-light offshore business with 37 offshore rigs and management contracts[10] - The company is a major provider of rigs in Vaca Muerta, indicating growth market exposure[10] Financial Performance and Strategy - H&P is targeting a 50% direct margin with a focus on NAS Direct margin/day[11] - The company repaid $25 million on its existing $400 million term loan during the second fiscal quarter and expects to repay approximately $175 million in calendar year 2025[11] - H&P anticipates realizing $50-$75 million in synergies and other cost savings[22] - Q2 Fiscal Year 2025 Adjusted EBITDA was $241.5 million, with a diluted EPS of $0.01 and adjusted EPS of $0.02[20] - Net capital expenditures for Q2 Fiscal Year 2025 were $144.8 million[20] Market Position and Outlook - Approximately 50% of North America Solutions segment contracts are performance-based[12] - Total liquidity stands at $1.15 billion, comprising cash and an undrawn credit facility, with a debt reduction goal of $400 million in 2025-2026[22] - The company's backlog is approximately $7.6 billion, supported by large investment-grade customers[22]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue from operations for Q1 2025 was $736 million, a slight increase of $6 million or 1% from the previous quarter [40] - Total adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $206.3 million, down from $220.5 million in the fourth quarter, reflecting a decline of $14 million [45][46] - U.S. drilling revenue decreased by $11 million or 4.5% sequentially to $231 million [41] - Average daily rig margins in the Lower 48 came in just under $14,300, down $660 or 4% from the fourth quarter [47] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The international drilling segment generated revenue of $382 million, an increase of $10.3 million or 3% from the prior quarter, driven by activity increases in key markets [44] - Drilling Solutions revenue increased by $17.2 million or 22.6% to $93.2 million, benefiting from the addition of Parker operations [44][52] - Rig Technologies segment revenue declined by $12 million sequentially to $44.2 million, primarily due to lower capital equipment deliveries in the Middle East [45] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Lower 48 market average quarterly rig count remained stable, with Nabors exiting Q1 with 62 rigs operating [41][39] - The international rig count increased slightly from 84.8 to 85 rigs during the quarter, aided by Parker's contribution [44] - The survey of 14 operators indicated a projected 4% reduction in rig count from the end of Q1 through the end of 2025 [29] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on achieving $40 million in cost synergies from the Parker acquisition during 2025 [6][31] - There is a strategic emphasis on international markets, particularly in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait, where new rigs are expected to contribute positively to earnings [19][50] - The company aims to reduce debt and improve free cash flow, with a target of generating free cash in 2025 despite cash consumption [28][54] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that the macro environment is challenging due to OPEC+ output adjustments and high U.S. shale production, but there are signs of recovery in natural gas activity [7][8] - The company expects a slight increase in rig count in Q2, driven by deployments in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait [39] - Management expressed confidence in the company's ability to navigate through short-term disruptions while positioning for future growth [59] Other Important Information - The company suspended operations in Russia due to U.S. sanctions and does not expect to resume activities there [11][38] - The company has made significant progress in capturing planned synergies from the Parker acquisition, with a focus on corporate cost reductions [57][80] Q&A Session Summary Question: Has the company started accruing any debt in the SANAD joint venture? - Management confirmed that there is no current plan to accrue debt in the SANAD joint venture [64] Question: Is Saudi Aramco finished with rig releases, or are more expected this quarter? - Management provided details on rig suspensions and additions, indicating a wait-and-see approach regarding future releases [65][66] Question: Which business segment is most affected by tariffs? - Management indicated that the impact of tariffs is more significant on spare parts and pumps rather than drill pipe, with mitigation strategies in place [72] Question: How does the company view the potential for an IPO of SANAD? - Management acknowledged that an IPO is a potential path for value realization, especially given the attractive valuations in the Middle East [77] Question: What is the expected corporate run rate for the second quarter with Parker's full contribution? - Management indicated that Parker's contribution should be in the mid-40s for the second quarter, with ongoing synergy capture [90]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Free cash flow in Q4 2024 fell short of expectations, primarily due to significant receivables in Mexico and accelerated milestone payments in Saudi Arabia [7][30] - Adjusted EBITDA for the fourth quarter totaled $221 million, a slight decrease from $222 million in the previous quarter [45] - Revenue from operations for Q4 was $730 million, a sequential reduction of $2 million [42] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - U.S. drilling segment revenue declined by $13 million sequentially, or 5.2%, driven by a reduced rig count in the Lower 48 market [42] - Rig Technologies segment revenue reached $56.2 million, up $10.4 million or 22.6%, driven by increased deliveries of capital equipment and parts sales in the Middle East [45] - Technology-focused businesses, NDS and RigTech, generated combined EBITDA of over $43 million, with NDS's gross margin exceeding 54% in the quarter [28][49] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The average rig count in the Lower 48 averaged 66, a decrease of two rigs [42] - International drilling revenue was $371 million, an increase of $2.8 million, despite suspensions in Saudi Arabia [44] - The average daily gross margin for international operations was approximately $16,700, a decrease of $400 from the previous quarter [48] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to grow contributions from CapEx light segments, with NDS's contribution increasing to 19.5% of consolidated EBITDA [13] - The strategy includes a focus on international markets, with a strong pipeline of additional tenders and rig deployments expected in 2025 [10][11] - The merger with Parker Wellbore is anticipated to provide significant strategic and financial benefits, with expected annualized cost synergies of at least $35 million in 2025 [34][60] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed a bullish outlook for international markets, particularly in Saudi Arabia, where natural gas activity is expected to expand [36][75] - The U.S. market remains sluggish, with limited indications of a near-term recovery in the Lower 48 drilling rig market [39] - The company anticipates a flat year in U.S. markets but growth in international markets and drilling solutions [52] Other Important Information - Capital expenditures for Q4 were $241 million, with a forecast of $710 million to $720 million for 2025 [51][54] - The company expects to generate approximately $150 million of free cash flow outside SANAD, which will be used to reduce gross debt [67][68] Q&A Session Summary Question: Clarification on free cash flow and debt reduction - Management indicated that free cash flow generation outside SANAD is expected to be around $150 million, which will be allocated to reducing gross debt [67][68] Question: Outlook on international rig count and releases - Management believes that rig count reductions in Saudi Arabia may be complete, with continued investment in new builds [70][76] Question: Working capital and cash taxes outlook - Management expects collections from Mexico to be sorted out in the first half of 2025, with working capital remaining under control [85][88] Question: Business climate in Argentina - The company has implemented a new operating model in Argentina to improve cash extraction, which has been well received by customers [89][90] Question: Full year 2025 guidance and G&A outlook - Management is working to reduce G&A costs and expects operational improvements to lead to higher EBITDA than in 2024 [97][98]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported an adjusted EBITDA of approximately $132 million for Q4, down from $167 million in the previous quarter [33] - Net income for the quarter was around $20 million, or $0.15 per share, compared to approximately $44.5 million, or $0.34 per share, in the previous quarter [36] - The fixed-rate backlog stands at approximately $4.3 billion, with 2/3 of this backlog attributed to customers with investment-grade ratings [101][40] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The container fleet generated approximately $85 million in gross charter hire during Q4, down from the previous quarter due to scheduled dry dockings and efficiency upgrades [27] - The tanker fleet generated approximately $42 million in gross charter hire, an increase from approximately $37 million in the previous quarter [29] - The energy assets generated approximately $55 million in contract revenues, down from approximately $86 million in the previous quarter [32] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The overall utilization across the shipping fleet in Q4 was 98.3%, primarily affected by 108 days spent in dry dock [114] - The rig market index rate increased by 2.3% in Q4, with the Hercules rig recording revenue of $34 million and costs of approximately $26 million [116][24] - The company has a diversified fleet with 15 dry bulk vessels, 38 containerships, 18 tankers, 2 drilling rigs, and 7 car carriers [110] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company has transformed its operating model over the last 10 years to focus on long-term charters with large end users [10] - There is a strong emphasis on investing in vessel maintenance and upgrades to meet tightening regulatory requirements and improve customer partnerships [112] - The company is segment agnostic and seeks to pursue the right deals with strong counterparties across various shipping segments [69] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expects a slow market for the Hercules rig in the first half of 2025, with more prospects anticipated in the second half [45] - The company believes that the dividend stability is tied to long-term prospects, with a focus on maintaining a strong cash flow foundation [50][52] - Management does not foresee a significant impact on profitability from the large delivery backlog of container ships due to the current long-term charters in place [92] Other Important Information - The company raised approximately $1.3 billion in financing, including $220 million in senior unsecured bonds in 2024 [104] - A recent court ruling ordered Seadrill to pay approximately $48 million in compensation, which is subject to appeal [105][76] - The company has a strong balance sheet with approximately $135 million in cash and cash equivalents at quarter-end [36] Q&A Session Summary Question: What are the operational expenses for the Hercules rig while warm stacked? - Management indicated that the Hercules rig is currently warm stacked and is being upgraded to enhance its attractiveness for future contracts [46][47] Question: How stable is the dividend payout? - The dividend is set on a quarter-over-quarter basis, with discussions focused on long-term prospects and cash flow stability [50][52] Question: What is the company's view on tariffs and their impact on shipping? - Management believes that strong counterparties like Volkswagen Group can absorb tariff impacts, and the company is not directly exposed to these risks [61][64] Question: What are the plans for redeploying proceeds from the sale of Capesize vessels? - The company is open to various segments and will focus on finding the right deals with strong structures and counterparties [68][72] Question: What is the expected timeline for the Seadrill appeal ruling? - The appeal period ends on March 5, and if appealed, it could take up to 12 months for a new ruling [76]