Enerflex Ltd. - EFXT STOCK NEWS

Enerflex (TSX: EFX) (NYSE: EFXT) has announced the termination of its Kurdistan-based EH Cryo project following a Force Majeure declaration after a fatal drone attack at an adjacent facility. The company faces arbitration proceedings from its customer but disputes these claims and will seek to recover amounts owed. The project's net asset position was $161 million at Q3/24 end, with $75 million in Engineered Systems backlog to be reversed in Q4/24. A $31 million letter of credit supports project obligations, though any drawing would be considered improper by Enerflex. The company maintains $588 million available for future drawings.

Enerflex (TSX: EFX) (NYSE: EFXT) has appointed Ben Cherniavsky as a new independent director to its Board, effective November 25, 2024. Cherniavsky, currently an investment banking partner at Fort Capital Partners, brings extensive experience in North American capital markets and over 20 years of experience at Raymond James He currently serves as a director at Toromont Industries and INDEQCO This appointment continues Enerflex's Board renewal process, which has added five new directors in the past four years.

Enerflex reported strong Q3 2024 results with revenue of $601 million, up from $580 million in Q3 2023. The company achieved Adjusted EBITDA of $120 million and free cash flow of $78 million. Key highlights include a 50% dividend increase to CAD$0.0375 per share, stable backlog of $1.3 billion in Engineered Systems, and improved leverage with bank-adjusted net debt-to-EBITDA ratio of 1.9x. The company updated its 2024 capital spending guidance to $80-90 million, reduced from previous $90-110 million range. U.S. contract compression business performed well with 94% utilization and 70% gross margin.

Enerflex (TSX: EFX) (NYSE: EFXT) has announced a partial redemption of its 9.00% Senior Secured Notes due 2027. The company will redeem $62.5 million (10% of the original principal) on October 11, 2024, at 103% of the principal amount plus accrued interest. This redemption will be funded through available liquidity, including $100 million in cash and the undrawn portion of its $800 million revolving credit facility.

As of September 30, 2024, Enerflex's net debt balance was approximately $700 million, reflecting a gross debt repayment of about $100 million during Q3. The company expects net working capital movements to be a modest source of cash for the second half of 2024 and fiscal 2024. Enerflex aims to reach a target leverage bank-adjusted net debt-to-EBITDA ratio of 1.5x to 2.0x.

Enerflex will release its Q3 2024 financial results on November 14, 2024, before market open, followed by a conference call and audio webcast at 8:00 a.m. (MST).

Enerflex (TSX: EFX) (NYSE: EFXT) has provided an update on its modularized cryogenic natural gas processing facility project in Kurdistan (EH Cryo project). Following a drone attack near the project site on April 26, 2024, Enerflex suspended activities and demobilized personnel. Despite collaborative efforts with the customer, Enerflex received notice of the customer's intent to terminate the contract effective September 8, 2024. Enerflex views this as a wrongful attempt to circumvent its contractual rights and plans to dispute the termination.

As of June 30, 2024, the project was approximately 85% complete, with a net unbilled revenue asset of $160 million. The project represented about 6% of the Company's Engineered Systems backlog. Enerflex has provided a $31 million Letter of Credit in support of its obligations under the contract.

Enerflex reported strong Q2/24 financial results with a record adjusted EBITDA of $122 million, up from $107 million in Q2/23 and $69 million in Q1/24. Revenue increased to $614 million, driven by higher Engineered Systems (ES) and After-market Services (AMS) revenue.

Gross margin improved to $173 million or 28% of revenue. ES bookings reached $331 million, maintaining a backlog of $1.3 billion, while EI backlog stood at $1.6 billion. The company's net debt-to-EBITDA ratio was 2.2x, aiming for a target of 1.5x-2.0x.

Full-year 2024 capital spending is expected at the low end of $90-$110 million guidance. Cash provided by operating activities improved to $12 million. The company suspended a project in Kurdistan due to Force Majeure.

Enerflex extended its revolving credit facility to $800 million and repaid $120 million of higher-cost debt. Liquidity remains strong with $512 million available. The company declared a CAD$0.025 per share dividend.

Enerflex announced its decision to extend its revolving credit facility to October 2026, increasing its availability to $800 million. The company will repay its existing $120 million term loan using cash and the expanded credit facility.

Enerflex also introduced a new leverage framework targeting a net debt-to-EBITDA ratio of 1.5x to 2.0x. The company anticipates generating around $1.6 billion in revenue through its customer contracts. The new framework aims to support global business operations and enhance shareholder returns through potential dividends, share repurchases, and debt repayments.

Second-quarter financial results will be released on August 7, 2024, followed by a conference call the next day. Registration details for the call are available on Enerflex's website.

Enerflex (EFXT) announced the voting results of its Annual Meeting of Shareholders, with the approval of all nominee directors. The shareholders also re-appointed Ernst & Young LLP as the auditor but defeated the non-binding advisory vote on executive compensation.

Enerflex reported revenue of $638 million in Q1 2024, with strong performance in the Energy Infrastructure product line. The company faced challenges with delays and increased costs in the EH Cryo Project, impacting gross margin and adjusted EBITDA. Cash provided by operating activities improved significantly to $101 million, with a net debt balance of $743 million. Enerflex maintains a strong liquidity position and focus on debt reduction to enhance shareholder returns.