Myers Industries(MYE) - 2025 H2 - Earnings Call Transcript

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue declined by 27% due to mine suspensions and closures, notably at Grosvenor, Integra, and Moranbah North [6] - Underlying EBITDA was £13,200,000, reflecting cost efficiencies and operational improvements [7] - Operating cash flow remained steady at £16,900,000, comparable to the prior year [7] - Year-end net cash position was £29,100,000, demonstrating strong liquidity management [8] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The order book grew to £314,000,000, driven by winning two significant new projects [3] - The company maintained a focus on safety performance, achieving a total recordable injury frequency rate (TRIFR) of 5.09, down from 9.85 [9] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company operates in three major underground coal regions in Australia: Central Queensland, Hunter Valley, and Illawarra [4] - The order book increase was supported by new contracts at Peabody Energy's Centurion mine and GM3 Zappin mine [12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to build its capital position to align with organic and inorganic growth strategies [3] - A pipeline of contract opportunities worth approximately £900,000,000 is in place, resulting from a renewed approach to winning work [12] - The company is focused on enhancing competitive advantages through system and process improvements and cost savings [3] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - The outlook for FY '26 is positive despite ongoing industry headwinds [12] - The company is committed to maintaining a strong financial position while pursuing growth opportunities [30] - Management expressed confidence in navigating challenges related to the "same job, same pay" issues in the industry [20] Other Important Information - The company achieved zero life-changing events in FY '25 and remains committed to safety [10] - Sustainability reporting will commence next year, enhancing transparency around environmental progress [11] - There were Board changes during the year, with Peter Barker appointed as a non-executive chair [11] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the process for laying off and rehiring workers at Moranbah North? - Management indicated that they have been flexible with workforce scale in partnership with Anglo, maintaining a presence at Moranbah North even during essential services [16][17] Question: How easy is it to rehire skilled workers after layoffs? - Management expressed confidence in being able to rehire experienced workers as the market has changed, and they have redeployed staff to other projects [18][19] Question: What is the CapEx profile for next year? - Management does not expect any large increases in CapEx for FY '26, aiming to maintain a strong financial position [29][30]