Company Overview - High Arctic Overseas Holdings Corp. has appointed Matthew Cocks as Chief Financial Officer effective June 24, 2025, pending TSX Venture Exchange approval [1] - The company specializes in drilling and specialized well completion services, manpower solutions, and rental equipment in Papua New Guinea [5] Leadership Background - Matthew Cocks joined the company in October 2023 as VP-Finance, focusing on financial leadership and strengthening finance and accounting processes [2] - Cocks has over 20 years of experience in financial leadership roles across various sectors, including resources, construction, manufacturing, and logistics [3] - The CEO, Mike Maguire, expressed confidence in Cocks' expertise, particularly in international markets and extractive industries, which will aid in diversifying and expanding the PNG business [4] Transition of Roles - Lonn Bate served as Interim CFO since the spin-out and will now concentrate on his role as CFO of High Arctic Energy Services Inc. [4]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In 2024, the company achieved record revenue, adjusted EBITDA, and earnings per share, generating $2.1 billion in free cash flow and a return on invested capital of 13% [18][19] - The quarterly dividend was increased by 10%, and combined with share repurchases, the company returned $1.9 billion to shareholders [18][23] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The specialty business expanded with the acquisition of Yak Access, adding Matting to the portfolio, which now includes seven distinct businesses showing strong growth [18][19] - The company is optimistic about growth in both construction and industrial end markets, supported by backlogs and customer confidence [20] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company noted a favorable shift towards renting equipment, driven by reshoring in North America and significant investments in infrastructure, manufacturing, technology, and energy [21][22] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The long-term strategy focuses on competitive differentiation and market outpacing through GenRent offerings and a unique specialty offering, aiming to provide a one-stop shop for customers [21] - The company plans to capitalize on geographic white space and additional products to enhance customer service [21] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the ability to capitalize on opportunities, citing strong employee retention and a growing workforce [22] - The balance sheet is in great shape, allowing for capital discipline and support for long-term shareholder value [23] Other Important Information - A new share repurchase program was approved, with expectations to repurchase $1.5 billion of shares this year, alongside a quarterly dividend of $1.79 per share [23] Q&A Session Summary Question: Will tariffs have a big impact on profit margins, and what is being done to minimize the impact? - Management does not expect tariffs to impact the 2025 guidance and has mitigation plans in place with vendors [26] Question: Who are United Rentals' biggest competitors? - The industry remains fragmented, with United Rentals holding a 15% market share, while the next largest competitor has 10% [27][28]

Q1 2025 Results Protecting the World from the Ground Up May 1, 2025 1 Today's Speakers Aaron Schapper President and Chief Executive Officer Grant Fitz Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Dan Hoehn Vice President and Corporate Controller, Interim Chief Financial Officer Meghan Beringer Sr. Director, Investor Relations 2 Safe Harbor Statement & Non-GAAP Measures Statements in this presentation contain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the U.S. Pr ...

Core Insights - High Arctic Overseas Holdings Corp. has reported its financial and operational results for the year ended December 31, 2024, highlighting a significant decrease in revenue and adjusted EBITDA due to low drilling activity and costs associated with the spin-out transaction [1][6][12] Financial Performance - For Q4 2024, revenue was $2,421 thousand, a decrease of $10,112 thousand or 81% compared to Q4 2023, which was $12,533 thousand [11][15] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 2024 was negative $482 thousand, a decrease of $3,418 thousand or 116% compared to Q4 2023, which was $2,936 thousand [11][15] - The net income for Q4 2024 was $1,806 thousand, compared to $1,907 thousand in Q4 2023 [11][15] - For the full year 2024, revenue totaled $24,075 thousand, a reduction of $19,305 thousand or 45% compared to 2023 [12][20] - The net income for 2024 was $2,857 thousand, compared to a net loss of $8,623 thousand in 2023 [12][20] Operational Highlights - The company has maintained a strong liquidity position with a working capital balance of $20.6 million, including a cash balance of $14.9 million and no debt [6][12] - Operating margins decreased from 32.2% in Q4 2023 to 28.6% in Q4 2024, attributed to reduced revenue-generating activities [6][11] - The company’s drilling rig 103 remained suspended, while rigs 115 and 116 were cold-stacked, although manpower services and rental services continued with other customers [6][12] Strategic Outlook - The company is positioned to participate in anticipated future drilling activity in Papua New Guinea (PNG), supported by recent LNG developments and environmental approvals for major projects [3][28] - The outlook for 2025 remains subdued, with expectations that equipment rental and manpower services will be the primary revenue-generating activities [26][27] - High Arctic continues to engage with principal customers for future drilling activity and is exploring business expansion opportunities in PNG [27][30]