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Westport Fuel Systems Reports Second Quarter 2016 Financial Results and Corporate Update
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~ Key Deliverables Set for 2016; Portfolio Review Underway ~
Vancouver, BC, August 12, 2016--(T-Net)--Westport Fuel Systems Inc. (TSX:WPT / Nasdaq:WPRT) reported financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2016. The quarter and year-to-date results for the period ended June 30, 2016 include one month of the former Fuel Systems Solutions, Inc. ("Fuel Systems") results following completion of the merger that closed on June 1, 2016. All figures are in U.S. dollars unless otherwise stated.
The merger between Fuel Systems and Westport Innovations Inc. ("Westport") closed in the second quarter of 2016.
The combined entity now known as Westport Fuel Systems has operations around the globe with a talented team, serving customers in over 70 countries and offering a variety of leading brands in the transportation and industrial applications space.
Nancy Gougarty was appointed as Chief Executive Officer ("CEO") on July 22, 2016 to lead this global alternative fuel company.
"I am confident that we can transform the company into a profitable and sustainable organization," said Nancy Gougarty, CEO of Westport Fuel Systems. "Our focus is on developing and implementing a strategy that will drive greater customer and shareholder value, even during a period of modest market demand prior to more wide-spread adoption of alternative fuels in the global transportation industry. We need to move quickly and decisively, while ensuring we do this right and consider a range of alternatives, while exercising capital discipline."
As part of the transformation, the new leadership team has initiated a review of the company's entire portfolio of products and technologies.
"Work is well underway to integrate the organization, capture synergies, and drive efficiencies," said Gougarty."Our initial assessment of the merged portfolio has identified 15 distinct operating lines and multiple technology groups. We are conducting a thorough evaluation, identifying our core strengths and capabilities, and assessing current financial performance and competitive market positioning. We are already taking actions that will lead to a much more focused portfolio with capital investment and resources targeted to the businesses and technologies that will drive long-term profitability. I expect that this strategic evaluation will be largely completed by year-end, setting us up for a stronger 2017 and beyond."
KEY DELIVERABLES IN 2016
CASH AND PRIORITIZATION OF INVESTMENTS
"One of our key near-term financial goals for the company remains achieving positive Adjusted EBITDA on a sustained basis," stated Ashoka Achuthan, Chief Financial Officer of Westport Fuel Systems. "The portfolio decisions we make in the coming months will support this goal and we are already making significant strides. Our cash position has improved with the merger and we continue to look to strengthen it as we move forward."
SEGMENT REPORTING
Westport Fuel Systems has updated its segment reporting to reflect how the current business operates. The principal focus and responsibilities of the new reporting segments are summarized below:
In the second quarter of 2016, the company sold a portion of its economic interest in Weichai Westport Inc. ("WWI") to Cartesian for an upfront payment of $6.3 million plus a potential future payment based on Cartesian's return on investment. As the company no longer has significant influence in the joint venture and no longer equity accounts for this investment, the company does not consider WWI a business segment.
Q2 2016 FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
SECOND QUARTER 2016 FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS |
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Three Months Ended |
Change |
Six Months Ended |
Change |
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($ in millions, except per share amounts) |
2016 |
2015 |
2016 |
2015 |
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Westport Revenues |
$ |
23.6 |
$ |
27.8 |
(15.2)% |
$ |
47.6 |
$ |
55.9 |
(14.8)% |
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Fuel Systems Revenues |
20.8 |
— |
N/A |
20.8 |
— |
N/A |
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Consolidated Revenues |
$ |
44.4 |
$ |
27.8 |
59.4% |
$ |
68.4 |
$ |
55.9 |
22.4% |
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Westport Gross Margin |
$ |
5.0 |
$ |
9.3 |
(46.2)% |
$ |
11.4 |
$ |
14.2 |
(19.7)% |
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Westport Gross Margin % |
21.2% |
33.4% |
N/A |
23.9% |
25.4% |
N/A |
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Fuel Systems Gross Margin |
$ |
5.0 |
— |
N/A |
$ |
5.0 |
— |
N/A |
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Fuel Systems Gross Margin % |
24.0% |
— |
N/A |
24.0% |
— |
N/A |
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Consolidated Gross Margin |
$ |
10.0 |
$ |
9.3 |
7.5% |
$ |
16.4 |
$ |
14.2 |
15.5% |
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Consolidated Gross Margin % |
22.5% |
33.4% |
N/A |
24.0% |
25.4% |
N/A |
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Westport Operating Expenses (Research and Development, |
28.6 |
25.8 |
(10.9)% |
54.0 |
52.1 |
(3.6)% |
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Fuel Systems Operating Expenses |
5.6 |
— |
N/A |
5.6 |
— |
N/A |
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Consolidated Operating Expenses |
$ |
34.2 |
$ |
25.8 |
(32.6)% |
$ |
59.6 |
$ |
52.1 |
(14.4)% |
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Income from Unconsolidated Joint Ventures |
$ |
1.4 |
$ |
3.5 |
(60.0)% |
$ |
3.4 |
$ |
9.8 |
(65.3)% |
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Net Income (Loss) |
3.7 |
(20.5) |
N/A |
(19.6) |
(37.7) |
N/A |
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Basic Net Income (Loss) per Share |
0.05 |
(0.32) |
N/A |
(0.27) |
(0.59) |
N/A |
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Cash and Short-term Investments Balance |
$ |
71.2 |
$ |
60.6 |
17.5% |
$ |
71.2 |
$ |
60.6 |
17.5% |
CUMMINS WESTPORT INC. HIGHLIGHTS
CUMMINS WESTPORT HIGHLIGHTS |
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Three Months Ended June 30 |
Change |
Six Months Ended June 30 |
Change |
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($ in millions except unit amounts) |
2016 |
2015 |
2016 |
2015 |
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Units |
2,061 |
2,947 |
(30.1)% |
3,708 |
5,225 |
(29.0)% |
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Revenue |
$ |
73.6 |
$ |
93.1 |
(20.9)% |
$ |
138.6 |
$ |
166.1 |
(16.6)% |
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Gross Margin |
21.0 |
24.7 |
(15.0)% |
41.6 |
51.3 |
(18.9)% |
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Gross Margin % |
28.5% |
26.5% |
N/A |
30.0% |
30.9% |
N/A |
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Operating Expenses |
17.4 |
13.2 |
(31.8)% |
33.3 |
25.1 |
(32.7)% |
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Segment Operating Income |
3.7 |
11.5 |
(67.8)% |
8.4 |
26.1 |
(67.8)% |
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Westport Fuel Systems' 50% Interest |
$ |
1.5 |
$ |
3.4 |
(55.9)% |
$ |
3.2 |
$ |
9.3 |
(65.6)% |
MERGER TAX TREATMENT UPDATE
As a result of the merger, each share of Fuel Systems common stock was exchanged for 2.4755 Westport common shares. Following the closing of the merger, the company is required to report to the shareholders on any organizational action that may affect the basis of certain specified securities which includes the common stock of Fuel Systems. It has been determined that any gain realized by stockholders from the Merger will likely be ineligible for non-recognition treatment under Section 367 of the Internal Revenue Code.
Consequently shareholders are required to recognize a gain, if any, (but may not recognize a loss) realized upon the transfer of Fuel Systems common stock to Westport in exchange for Westport common shares. The fair market value of Westport common shares on NASDAQ (based on the average of the highest and lowest trading price) at the time of the merger was $2.195. Former Fuel Systems shareholders are urged to consult their own tax advisor regarding the particular consequences to you, including the applicability and effect of all U.S. federal, state, and local tax laws and of the tax laws under any other non-U.S. jurisdiction. For more information please refer to our website at:http://www.westport.com/company/investors/irs-form-8937.
GAAP and NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES
Management reviews the operational progress of its business units and investment programs over successive periods through the analysis of the net income, EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA and as a long-term indicator of operational performance since it ties closely to the business units' ability to generate sustained cash flow. Westport Fuel Systems defines Adjusted EBITDA as net income (loss) attributed to the business unit or the consolidated company excluding expenses for (a) income taxes, (b) depreciation and amortization, (c) interest expense, net, (d) non-cash and other adjustments, (e) amortization of stock-based compensation, and (f) unrealized foreign exchange gain or loss. Adjusted EBITDA includes the company's share of income from the joint ventures.
The term Adjusted EBITDA is not defined under U.S. generally accepted accounting principles ("U.S. GAAP") and is not a measure of operating income, operating performance or liquidity presented in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Adjusted EBITDA has limitations as an analytical tool, and when assessing the company's operating performance, investors should not consider Adjusted EBITDA in isolation, or as a substitute for net loss or other consolidated statement of operations data prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Among other things, Adjusted EBITDA does not reflect the company's actual cash expenditures. Other companies may calculate similar measures differently than Westport Fuel Systems, limiting their usefulness as comparative tools. The company compensates for these limitations by relying primarily on its GAAP results and using Adjusted EBITDA as supplemental information.
GAAP & NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES |
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($ in millions) |
Three Months Ended June 30 |
Six Months Ended June 30 |
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2016 |
2015 |
2016 |
2015 |
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Loss before Income Taxes |
$ |
4.2 |
$ |
(19.9) |
$ |
(19.2) |
$ |
(36.6) |
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Depreciation and Amortization |
3.7 |
3.5 |
6.8 |
7.1 |
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Interest Expense, Net |
2.7 |
1.6 |
5.0 |
3.0 |
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EBITDA |
$ |
10.6 |
$ |
(14.8) |
$ |
(7.4) |
$ |
(26.5) |
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Non-cash and Other Adjustments* |
(27.3) |
3.6 |
(25.2) |
5.6 |
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Stock-based Compensation |
2.3 |
4.7 |
6.3 |
8.1 |
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Unrealized Foreign Exchange (Gain) Loss |
4.1 |
(1.2) |
5.4 |
(4.1) |
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Total Adjusted EBITDA |
$ |
(10.3) |
$ |
(7.7) |
$ |
(20.9) |
$ |
(16.9) |
*Non-cash and other adjustments include impairment of long-lived assets, provision for inventory purchase commitments, intangible impairment, goodwill impairment, one-time inventory obsolescence charges, loss on sale of long-term investments, one-time costs related to the merger between the company and Fuel Systems and one-time costs related to the Cartesian financing. The three months ended June 30, 2016 includes a $42.9 million bargain purchase gain, offset by a $6.3 million loss on sale of investments, $4.5 million in merger and financing costs, and other one-time costs of $4.8 million.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS & MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
To view Westport Fuel Systems' full financials for the quarter ended June 30, 2016, please visit westport.com/company/investors/financial
About Westport Fuel Systems
Westport Fuel Systems engineers, manufactures and supplies the world's most advanced alternative fuel systems and components. More than that, we are fundamentally changing the way the world travels the roads, rails and seas. Our innovative and cost-effective solutions maintain performance while improving efficiency and reducing emissions. Offering a variety of leading brands for transportation and industrial applications, we serve customers in over 70 countries, including some of the world's largest and fastest growing markets. To learn more about our business, visit westport.com.
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements, including statements regarding revenue and cash usage expectations, the effect of and timing of reorganization and restructuring of our business, the anticipated benefits of the merger with Fuel Systems, the timing and ability to recognize synergies as a result of the merger with Fuel Systems, future rationalization of operations and reduction of overhead expenses, continued research and development investment, future of our development programs (including those relating to the referenced HPDI injector program), timing for launch, delivery and completion of milestones related to the products referenced herein, Westport Fuel Systems' expected actions, future sales of non-core assets and the benefits therefrom, the demand for our products, the future success of our business and technology strategies, investment in new product and technology development and otherwise, cash and capital requirements, intentions of partners and potential customers, the performance and competitiveness of Westport Fuel Systems' products and expansion of product coverage, future market opportunities, speed of adoption of natural gas for transportation and terms and timing of future agreements as well as Westport Fuel Systems management's response to any of the aforementioned factors.
These statements are neither promises nor guarantees, but involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are based on both the views of management and assumptions that may cause our actual results, levels of activity, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, levels of activities, performance or achievements expressed in or implied by these forward looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include risks and assumptions related to our revenue growth, operating results, industry and products, the general economy, conditions of and access to the capital and debt markets, solvency, governmental policies and regulation, technology innovations, fluctuations in foreign exchange rates, operating expenses, the availability and price of natural gas, global government stimulus packages, the acceptance of and shift to natural gas vehicles, the relaxation or waiver of fuel emission standards, the inability of fleets to access capital or government funding to purchase natural gas vehicles, the development of competing technologies, our ability to adequately develop and deploy our technology, the actions and determinations of our joint venture and development partners, as well as other risk factors and assumptions that may affect our actual results, performance or achievements or financial position discussed in our most recent Annual Information Form and other filings with securities regulators.
Readers should not place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date they were made. We disclaim any obligation to publicly update or revise such statements to reflect any change in our expectations or in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statements may be based, or that may affect the likelihood that actual results will differ from those set forth in these forward looking statements except as required by National Instrument 51-102. The contents of any website, RSS feed or twitter account referenced in this press release are not incorporated by reference herein.
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