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KBR, Inc. (NYSE: KBR), headquartered in Houston, Texas, is a global leader in providing technology-driven engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) solutions. With a workforce exceeding 34,000 employees across over 30 countries, KBR serves a diverse range of industries including downstream, gas monetization, infrastructure, minerals, government services, and more.
Organized into two main segments—Government Solutions and Sustainable Technology Solutions—KBR offers a comprehensive suite of services that ensure efficient project execution and high-quality results. The Government Solutions segment focuses on providing mission-critical support, logistics, and infrastructure services to U.S. defense and federal agencies, while the Sustainable Technology Solutions segment specializes in delivering environmentally responsible technologies and services.
Recent notable achievements include:
- April 2024: Signing an alliance with GeoLith SAS to offer advanced Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) technology, Li-Capt®.
- April 29, 2024: Awarded a $771 million contract by the U.S. Army for mission-critical support under the LOGCAP V contract.
- April 30, 2024: Reported strong Q1 financial results for 2024, with revenues up by 7% and a significant increase in operating cash flow.
- May 2, 2024: Secured a $34 million contract with the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory for facility operations, maintenance, and cybersecurity.
- May 6, 2024: Awarded a multiple-award IDIQ contract by the U.S. Navy for global contingency services with a ceiling value of $2 billion.
- May 13, 2024: Partnered with OCI Global to deploy a proprietary operator training simulator for a clean ammonia facility in Texas.
- May 22, 2024: Signed an alliance with Sumitomo Chemical for exclusive licensing of propylene oxide by cumene technology.
- May 23, 2024: Selected as one of the awardees for a $43 billion multiple-award contract by the Defense Health Agency for health and wellness support for military personnel and their families.
Financially, KBR is robust, generating $7 billion in revenue in 2023, and achieving a net income of $93 million in Q1 2024. The firm's diversified portfolio and strategic partnerships position it strongly for future growth in the rapidly evolving sectors of technology, defense, and sustainable energy solutions.
KBR, Inc. announced strong Q1 2024 financial results with Adjusted EBITDA growth and margin expansion. New business awards and backlog were robust, totaling $20.8 billion. Sustainable Technology Solutions and Government Solutions segments performed well, with notable achievements and contracts. Financial highlights include revenue of $1.8 billion, net income of $93 million, Adjusted EBITDA of $207 million, and operating cash flows of $91 million. The company reaffirmed fiscal 2024 guidance with revenue expected between $7.4B - $7.7B and Adjusted EBITDA in the range of $810M - $850M.
KBR has been awarded $771 million in contract options to provide logistics and life support services to the U.S. Army Northern Command and European Command. The contract period is from March 2024 to March 2025. KBR will continue to support approximately 20,000 U.S. government personnel across Europe and North America, offering services like equipment readiness, training, and supply chain solutions. The company also focuses on sustainable energy solutions to reduce carbon emissions and fuel consumption.
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