Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company achieved record first-quarter revenue of $177.8 million, a 14.5% increase from $155.3 million in the prior year [19] - Consolidated adjusted EBITDA reached $19 million, a 12.5% increase compared to $16.9 million in the prior year, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 10.7% [20] - Diluted adjusted net income per share was $0.07, down from $0.16 in the prior year, primarily due to higher interest and tax expenses [21] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the Assessment, Permitting and Response (APNR) segment, revenue decreased to $53.1 million from $58.6 million, with adjusted EBITDA margin dropping to 19.9% [22] - The Measurement and Analysis segment saw revenue increase by 29.8% to $59 million, with adjusted EBITDA margin improving to 23.3% [24] - The Remediation and Reuse segment's revenue increased by 28.2% to $65.7 million, although adjusted EBITDA margin declined to 9% [25] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported strong demand across all geographies, particularly in the U.S. where private sector clients are increasing industrial activity [9] - International operations thrived, with a recent award from a major public mining company in Australia [12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company announced a temporary pause in acquisitions to focus on organic revenue growth, enhanced EBITDA margins, and balance sheet optimization [8] - The full-year 2025 EBITDA guidance was raised to a range of $103 million to $110 million, reflecting confidence in continued growth [9] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about sustained demand despite regulatory changes, noting that clients are maintaining their course [34] - The company expects to see continued growth in the Remediation and Reuse segment, with margins at or above previous levels [62] Other Important Information - The company redeemed $60 million of Series A-two Preferred stock and plans to redeem the remaining $62 million in 2025 [15] - A stock repurchase program of up to $40 million was approved by the Board [15] Q&A Session Summary Question: Discussion on environmental deregulation and its impact - Management highlighted that while there are proposed deregulatory actions, the legal complexities make quick changes unlikely, and clients are largely staying the course [34] Question: Insights on the Measurement and Analysis business performance - Management noted strong demand across multiple business lines, contributing to the segment's robust performance [42] Question: Clarification on margin expansion drivers - Management indicated that sustained demand and improved operating effectiveness across all segments are key drivers for projected margin expansion [49] Question: Impact of potential tariff changes on business - Management expects minimal impact from tariffs, with clients remaining constructive in discussions regarding pricing adjustments [50] Question: Performance of PFAS-related revenue - Management confirmed that PFAS-related revenue continues to grow and is additive to organic growth, supported by regulatory clarity [60] Question: Project delays due to macro uncertainty - Management stated that macroeconomic factors have not significantly impacted project timelines, maintaining optimism for growth in the Remediation and Reuse segment [62]