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Origin Materials (NASDAQ: ORGN) reported its Q4 and full year 2024 results, marking a transformational year with the launch of its fully recyclable 100% PET cap production. The company achieved Q4 revenue of $9.2 million and full-year revenue of $31.3 million, primarily from its supply chain activation program.
The company expects to have eight CapFormer lines operational by end of 2025, projecting 2026 revenue of $110M to $140M. Origin anticipates achieving EBITDA positive results on a run-rate basis by the end of 2026. The first commercial production line in Reed City, Michigan is expected to produce hundreds of millions of PET caps annually.
Financial highlights include cash and equivalents of $102.9 million as of December 31, 2024. The company reported a Q4 net loss of $13.5 million and full-year net loss of $83.7 million. Origin is arranging debt financing for capital equipment and working capital needs, stating no additional equity capital is anticipated.
Origin Materials (NASDAQ: ORGN) has announced significant progress in its CapFormer production expansion. The company confirmed that CapFormers 2-4 are under construction and testing, with Factory Acceptance Tests expected in Q2 and commercial production starting in Q3. Origin remains on track to achieve its target of eight CapFormer lines operational by end of 2025.
The company plans to primarily produce PCO 1881 compliant caps, with intentions to expand into larger cap formats based on customer demand. CEO John Bissell emphasized that larger cap sizes amplify their manufacturing, performance, and gross margin advantages. Origin is targeting the $65B caps and closures market, with a long-term vision of scaling to hundreds of cap lines and transforming the industry through PET cap adoption.
Origin Materials (NASDAQ: ORGN) has announced the commencement of commercial production of PET caps at their Reed City, Michigan manufacturing center. The company's first CapFormer System has successfully passed the Site Acceptance Test and is expected to produce hundreds of millions of PET caps annually.
The PCO 1881 compliant caps are designed to address the $65 billion closures market opportunity. The company has secured multiple MOUs and reports strong market interest, with a growing pipeline of potential customers in the qualification phase. Origin plans to announce additional MOUs and customer names in the coming months.
The company is working on improving technologies and manufacturing processes for future production lines to achieve higher production rates and better unit economics. Additional CapFormer Systems are currently being manufactured and tested, with plans to bring them online throughout 2025.
Origin Materials (Nasdaq: ORGN) has announced its upcoming fourth quarter 2024 earnings release, scheduled for Thursday, March 13, 2025, after market close. The company will host a conference call at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on the same day.
Investors can access the live webcast through the company's Investor Relations website. For phone access, participants can dial +1-844-481-2515 (domestic) or +1-412-317-0644 (international). A replay will be available until March 20, 2025, accessible via 1-844-512-2921 (domestic) or +1-412-317-6671 (international) using conference ID 10197107.
Management will address selected shareholder questions during the webcast. Shareholders can submit questions to ir@originmaterials.com with #askorigin in the subject line.
Origin Materials (NASDAQ: ORGN) has announced the production of new PET caps with enhanced features, including knurls for improved grip, at their partner's facility in Germany. The caps, made with recycled PET and compatible with PCO 1881 standard, incorporate customer-requested features following September's successful factory acceptance test of the CapFormer System.
The company's proprietary CapFormer System is being shipped to Reed City, Michigan, where further cap production is expected to begin in Q1 2025. Origin has secured a new customer term sheet, adding to their previously announced MOU for over $100 million in PET caps over an initial two-year term. The company is conducting commercial qualification with prospective customers while the system is in transit.
Origin Materials (NASDAQ: ORGN) announced a leadership transition to a single CEO structure, with Co-Founder John Bissell becoming the sole Chief Executive Officer effective December 31. Co-CEO Rich Riley will step down from his role and board position but continue as an advisor through 2025. Additionally, CFO Matt Plavan will assume the additional role of Chief Operating Officer.
The transition aims to enable quicker and more nimble operations as Origin expands manufacturing activities in 2025. Riley, who joined as Co-CEO in 2020, helped guide the company's commercial efforts and go-to-market strategy, including Origin's transition to becoming publicly listed. The company's PET caps and closures business is positioned for rapid and sustained growth.
Origin Materials (NASDAQ: ORGN) reported Q3 2024 financial results, highlighting successful Factory Acceptance Test of its first PET cap manufacturing system with over 98% efficiency. Revenue was $8.2 million, up from $7.1 million year-over-year. The company plans to deploy eight or more CapFormer Systems by end of 2025, targeting 8-12 billion caps annually. Notable is a $100 million MOU for billions of PET caps with revenue starting Q1 2025. Cash position stands at $113.4 million. Net loss was $36.8 million, including $15.2 million in non-cash impairment charges. Company maintains 2024 guidance of $25-35 million revenue and $55-65 million net cash burn, expecting run-rate EBITDA positive by H1 2026.
Origin Materials (ORGN) has scheduled its third quarter 2024 earnings release for Thursday, November 14, 2024, after market close. The company will host a conference call at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time the same day. Investors can access the webcast through the company's Investor Relations website or join via phone. A replay will be available until November 21, 2024. Management will address selected shareholder questions during the webcast, which can be submitted via email to ir@originmaterials.com using #askorigin in the subject line.
Origin Materials (NASDAQ: ORGN, ORGNW) announced an organizational realignment to focus on its caps and closures business and reduce overall cash burn. Key points include:
1. Reallocation of resources to meet increasing demand for PET caps, potentially exceeding planned manufacturing capacity for 2025 and 2026.
2. Origin 1 plant in Sarnia, Ontario, to operate 'on demand' with reduced staffing.
3. Workforce reduction of approximately 28%, resulting in restructuring charges of about $0.6 million.
4. Maintained 2024 financial guidance: Revenue of $25-35 million and net cash burn between $55-65 million.
5. First commercial-scale PET cap production system on track to start later this year, with revenue ramp-up beginning in Q1 2025.
Origin Materials has unveiled its Origin CapFormer System, the world's first commercial-scale manufacturing system for PET caps and closures. The system successfully completed its Factory Acceptance Test, demonstrating over 98% manufacturing efficiency during extended trials. This breakthrough technology applies novel thermoforming, slit-and-fold techniques, and proprietary design elements to enable commercial-scale PET cap production.
The CapFormer System is expected to transform packaging by allowing 100% PET container-to-container beverage recycling for the first time. It addresses a $65 billion caps and closures market with a strong leadership position. Origin's PCO 1881-compatible caps, made with virgin or recycled PET, will be available in Q4 2024, with tethered caps and other types to follow.
