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Precision Drilling(PDS) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-12 19:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company recorded adjusted EBITDA of $126 million for Q4 2025, compared to $121 million in Q4 2024, reflecting a year-over-year increase [4] - A net loss of $42 million was reported, which included non-cash charges of $67 million for decommissioning drilling rigs and $17 million for drill pipe, while net income would have been positive $42 million without these charges [5] - The net debt to adjusted EBITDA ratio ended the year at 1.2 times, with a reduction in debt by CAD 101 million [2][13] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Canada, drilling activity averaged 66 active rigs, an increase of 1 rig from Q4 2024, with daily operating margins reported at CAD 14,132, down from CAD 14,559 in Q4 2024 [5] - In the U.S., the average active rig count was 37, an increase of three rigs from the prior year, with daily operating margins of $8,754, slightly up from $8,700 in Q3 [7] - The CMP segment reported adjusted EBITDA of CAD 17 million, compared to CAD 16 million in Q4 2024, driven by increased well servicing demand in Canada [8] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Internationally, the company averaged seven active rigs, down from eight in the prior year, with international day rates averaging $53,505, an 8% increase from Q4 2024 [7][8] - The Canadian market outlook remains solid with supportive commodity prices and resilient demand for Super Series rigs, while the U.S. market outlook is generally flat with pockets of opportunity for performance differentiation [20] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to drive revenue growth and deepen customer relationships, focusing on performance and efficiency across various North American basins [16][18] - The strategy includes leveraging technology and digital platforms to optimize drilling and enhance customer communication, with a focus on capital-light initiatives [19] - The company plans to continue its long-term deleveraging journey while increasing free cash flow allocated to shareholders up to 50% [12][13] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the Canadian market's medium to long-term outlook, citing strong takeaway capacity and deep resource inventories [20][54] - In the U.S., while the industry outlook is flat, the company expects to capture modest growth driven by performance differentiation and customer efficiency [20] - The company is exploring international growth opportunities, including a memorandum of understanding (MOU) in Argentina to provide idle rigs and digital technology [22][45] Other Important Information - Capital expenditures for 2025 were CAD 263 million, with CAD 156 million for sustaining and infrastructure and CAD 107 million for upgrades [9] - The company expects to incur $2 million in one-time charges related to rig reactivations in Q1 2026 [10] Q&A Session Summary Question: Context around the rig demobilization in Kuwait - The company has six rigs in Kuwait, with four active and two idle, looking for opportunities to deploy the idle rigs [26][27] Question: Potential upside in the U.S. market - Management indicated that growth opportunities are being driven by performance and efficiency discussions with customers across various basins [34] Question: Guidance on U.S. margin for Q1 - The expected margin range is $8,000-$9,000 per day, with mixed pricing trends across operating segments [40][41] Question: Details on the MOU in Argentina - The MOU aims to explore opportunities in Argentina with an established partner, focusing on performance and technology while reducing market risks [45] Question: Impact of customer changes on Canadian demand - Management noted no broad change in demand despite individual customer adjustments, maintaining a peak activity of 87 rigs in the winter drilling season [54]
Total Energy Services Inc. Announces Q3 2025 Results
Globenewswire· 2025-11-12 22:00
Core Viewpoint - Total Energy Services Inc. reported its consolidated financial results for the third quarter of 2025, showing an increase in revenue but declines in operating income, EBITDA, and net income compared to the same period in 2024. The company experienced improved performance in Australia but faced challenges in North America due to market conditions and cost inflation [1][3]. Financial Highlights - Revenue for the three months ended September 30, 2025, was $260.7 million, an 8% increase from $241.9 million in 2024. For the nine months, revenue rose 16% to $763.0 million from $660.0 million [2]. - Operating income decreased by 29% to $19.4 million from $27.3 million year-over-year, while EBITDA fell 15% to $42.9 million from $50.5 million [2]. - Net income for the third quarter was $14.6 million, down 26% from $19.7 million in 2024, with diluted earnings per share at $0.38, a 24% decrease from $0.50 [2][27]. Segment Performance Contract Drilling Services (CDS) - Revenue for the CDS segment was $82.4 million, a 5% decline from $86.6 million in 2024. Year-to-date revenue increased by 4% to $244.7 million [4][5]. - The decline in North American onshore drilling activity negatively impacted the segment, although increased activity in Australia partially offset this decline [5]. Rentals and Transportation Services (RTS) - RTS segment revenue increased by 8% to $21.0 million from $19.4 million in 2024, with a 1% increase in nine-month revenue to $60.3 million [6][7]. - Despite the revenue increase, EBITDA decreased by 7% to $7.6 million, reflecting competitive market conditions [6]. Compression and Process Services (CPS) - CPS segment revenue rose 14% to $125.8 million from $110.6 million in 2024, with a 23% increase in nine-month revenue to $365.3 million [9][10]. - However, EBITDA for the segment fell 22% to $15.1 million due to foreign currency exchange impacts and cost inflation [9][10]. Well Servicing (WS) - WS segment revenue increased by 24% to $31.5 million from $25.3 million in 2024, with a 38% increase in nine-month revenue to $92.8 million [11][14]. - The increase was driven by higher activity in Australia, although lower pricing in Canada and reduced utilization in the U.S. negatively impacted EBITDA [14]. Financial Position - Total assets increased by 8% to $1.02 billion from $937.7 million in 2024, with long-term debt rising by 24% to $98.2 million [2][16]. - The company reported positive working capital of $113.5 million, including $57.1 million in cash and $85.0 million in available credit [16][22]. Capital Expenditures and Outlook - Total Energy invested $17.2 million in capital expenditures during the third quarter, primarily for upgrading drilling and service rigs [15][22]. - The company anticipates continued pressure on oil prices due to global economic uncertainty, but stable conditions in Australia and strong demand for compression and process equipment may provide some offset [18][19].
Total Energy Services Inc. Announces Q2 2025 Results
Globenewswire· 2025-08-05 21:00
Core Viewpoint - Total Energy Services Inc. reported record financial results for the second quarter of 2025, driven by increased activity in Australia and strong demand in North America, despite declines in U.S. drilling and completion activity [2][18]. Financial Highlights - Revenue for the three months ended June 30, 2025, was $250.4 million, a 17% increase from $213.3 million in 2024. For the six months, revenue rose 20% to $502.3 million from $418.0 million [2]. - Operating income increased by 53% to $22.3 million in Q2 2025 from $14.6 million in Q2 2024, and for the six months, it rose 32% to $48.4 million [2]. - EBITDA for Q2 2025 was $45.4 million, up 21% from $37.4 million in Q2 2024, while for the six months, it increased 19% to $95.9 million [2]. - Net income attributable to shareholders for Q2 2025 was $17.1 million, an 11% increase from $15.5 million in Q2 2024, and for the six months, it rose 17% to $36.1 million [2]. Segment Performance Contract Drilling Services (CDS) - Revenue for CDS in Q2 2025 was $71.2 million, a 5% increase from $67.9 million in Q2 2024. For the six months, revenue rose 9% to $162.3 million [5]. - EBITDA for CDS increased by 11% to $16.0 million in Q2 2025 from $14.5 million in Q2 2024 [5]. - The segment experienced a decline in U.S. activity but was offset by increased Australian activity following the acquisition of Saxon [6]. Rentals and Transportation Services (RTS) - RTS revenue decreased by 9% to $16.2 million in Q2 2025 from $17.8 million in Q2 2024, with a 2% decline for the six months [7]. - EBITDA for RTS fell by 8% to $5.6 million in Q2 2025 [7]. - The decline was attributed to lower industry activity and a change in the mix of equipment operating [8]. Compression and Process Services (CPS) - CPS revenue increased by 22% to $133.2 million in Q2 2025 from $109.5 million in Q2 2024, and for the six months, it rose 28% to $239.4 million [9]. - EBITDA for CPS grew by 26% to $22.2 million in Q2 2025 [9]. - The segment benefited from increased fabrication sales and parts and service activity [10]. Well Servicing (WS) - WS revenue surged by 64% to $29.8 million in Q2 2025 from $18.2 million in Q2 2024, with a 47% increase for the six months [11]. - EBITDA for WS increased by 66% to $3.5 million in Q2 2025 [11]. - The growth was driven by increased activity in Australia and Canada, offsetting declines in the U.S. [14]. Financial Position - Total assets as of June 30, 2025, were $949.9 million, a 1% increase from $937.7 million in 2024 [23]. - Long-term debt and lease liabilities increased by 37% to $108.7 million [4]. - The company reported positive working capital of $111.8 million, including $34.2 million in cash [16]. Capital Expenditures and Outlook - Total Energy executed $26.3 million in capital expenditures in Q2 2025, primarily for rig upgrades and rental equipment acquisitions [15]. - The company increased its 2025 capital expenditure budget by $19.5 million to $102.4 million, focusing on growth opportunities [19]. - The CPS segment's backlog reached a record $303.9 million, providing visibility into 2026 [18].
Total Energy Services Inc. Announces Q1 2025 Results
Globenewswire· 2025-05-08 21:00
Financial Performance - Total Energy Services Inc. reported a revenue of $251.9 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025, representing a 23% increase from $204.7 million in the same period of 2024 [2] - Operating income rose to $26.1 million, an 18% increase from $22.0 million year-over-year [2] - EBITDA increased by 17% to $50.5 million compared to $43.3 million in the prior year [2] - Net income attributable to shareholders was $19.0 million, up 23% from $15.5 million in Q1 2024 [2] Segment Performance - Contract Drilling Services (CDS) revenue increased by 12% to $91.1 million, with EBITDA rising 13% to $25.2 million [4][6] - Rentals and Transportation Services (RTS) revenue grew by 3% to $23.0 million, but EBITDA decreased by 13% to $8.4 million [7][8] - Compression and Process Services (CPS) segment saw a significant revenue increase of 37% to $106.2 million, with EBITDA up 44% to $15.7 million [10][11] - Well Servicing (WS) revenue increased by 34% to $31.6 million, with EBITDA rising 23% to $5.3 million [12][14] Financial Position - Total assets increased by 7% to $999.6 million as of March 31, 2025, compared to $937.7 million at the end of 2024 [2] - Shareholders' equity rose to $586.3 million, a 3% increase from $571.0 million [2] - The company reported positive working capital of $83.6 million, including $65.1 million in cash [16] Capital Expenditures and Outlook - Total Energy invested $34.5 million in capital expenditures during Q1 2025, focusing on upgrading Australian drilling and service rigs [15] - The company has increased its 2025 capital expenditure budget to $73.9 million, targeting growth opportunities and equipment upgrades [18] - Despite recent oil price weaknesses and political uncertainties, industry conditions remain stable in North America and Australia [17]