GASFRAC Announces Second Quarter 2014 Financial Results
New Board Elected at Annual Meeting of Shareholders Mark Williamson Appointed Interim CEO and Executive Chairman; Company Initiates Business Review to Enhance Shareholder Value
CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwired - Aug 8, 2014) - GASFRAC Energy Services Inc. (GFS.TO) (the "Company") today announced second quarter 2014 financial results and various corporate updates.
Mark Williamson, Interim CEO and Executive Chairman of Gasfrac, said "Despite a challenging second quarter with a much lower utilization rate than anticipated, we believe we have started making progress in refocusing the Company's operations, controlling costs and cleaning up our balance sheet through refinancing our banking credit facility."
Added Mr. Williamson, "What is clear to the new board is that Gasfrac has proven commercial technology, superior results for clients in a wide variety of formations, has demonstrated to be competitive on costs and has an expanding range of fluid systems including slickwater. Our business review process is intended to capitalize on the strengths of Gasfrac and unlock value for all shareholders."
OPERATIONAL AND STRATEGIC UPDATE
Under the leadership of an entire new Board of Directors elected at the annual meeting of shareholders on May 27, 2014, the Company has taken the following proactive steps to immediately enhance shareholder value, including:
The appointment of Mark Williamson as Interim Chief Executive Officer and Executive Chairman of the Gasfrac Board of Directors, effective immediately. As previously contemplated, James M. Hill retired from his position as Chief Executive Officer and Director. Mr. Hill has entered into a consultancy agreement and will remain as an advisor to the Company until the end of the calendar year to assist in the smooth transition of managerial duties.
The retention of Egon Zehnder International Inc., a worldwide leading executive search firm, to assist the Company with its executive search process for the appointment of a new Chief Executive Officer expected to be announced before the end of the year.
The appointment of Larry Lindholm as Lead Independent Director of the Board of Directors and a member of the Audit Committee.
The initiation by the Board of Directors of a business review of the business to reposition the Company to improve performance, position for growth and create shareholder value. The review process underscores the Company's commitment to improving its efficiency, reducing its cost structure and integrating new activities including, but not limited to, providing hydraulic fracturing services and expanding the fluid systems.
Writing down ceramic proppant inventory and other assets to net realizable value and entering into discussions in order to terminate an onerous proppant purchase contract.
The refinancing of outstanding senior debt with a new revolving long-term credit facility. The Company believes it is adequately capitalized to pursue its strategic priorities.
Added Mr. Williamson, "On behalf of the Company and the Board of Directors we express our sincere appreciation to Jim, for his dedication and hard work. We wish him the very best in his future endeavors."
SECOND QUARTER 2014 FINANCIAL RESULTS
COMPARATIVE QUARTERLY FINANCIAL INFORMATION
June 30 2014 | June 30 2013 | June 30 2012 | ||||
CAD$ | CAD$ | CAD$ | ||||
Revenue | 7,326 | 30,561 | 16,734 | |||
Operating expenses | 10,509 | 23,747 | 21,704 | |||
Selling, general and administrative expenses | 3,991 | 5,100 | 5,164 | |||
Adjusted EBITDA(1) | (7,193 | ) | 1,736 | (9,872 | ) | |
(Loss) for the period | (31,689 | ) | (4,811 | ) | (16,949 | ) |
(Loss) per share - basic | (0.50 | ) | (0.08 | ) | (0.27 | ) |
(Loss) per share - diluted | (0.50 | ) | (0.08 | ) | (0.27 | ) |
Weighted average number of shares - basic | 63,614 | 63,520 | 62,536 | |||
Total assets | 192,361 | 249,033 | 307,669 | |||
Total non-current liabilities | 58,297 | 35,922 | 41,815 | |||
Revenue days | 22 | 59 | 40 | |||
Revenue per revenue day | 333 | 518 | 418 |
(1) | Prior period amounts have been have been adjusted to conform to the definition per the Company's new credit facility. Defined under Non-IFRS Measures |
OVERVIEW OF THE QUARTER ENDED JUNE 30, 2014
At the May 27, 2014 meeting of shareholders, a new board of directors was elected. Over the last two months the board has worked with management to review the Company's capabilities and opportunities in order to focus its strategy to maximize shareholder value going forward. The Board of Directors has initiated a review of the business to reposition the Company to improve performance, position for growth and create shareholder value. This review process underscores the Company's commitment to improving its efficiency, reducing its cost structure and integrating new activities including, but not limited to, providing hydraulic fracturing services. As previously contemplated James M. Hill retired from his position as Gasfrac Chief Executive Officer and Director, effective August 7, 2014. Mr. Hill has entered into a consultancy agreement and will remain as an advisor to the Company until the end of the calendar year to assist in the smooth transition of managerial duties. On the same date, the Board of Directors appointed Mark Williamson Interim Chief Executive Officer and Executive Chairman of the Gasfrac Board of Directors. The board has engaged a globally recognized search firm to identify Chief Executive Officer candidates with a goal to having a new CEO in place this year.
During the second quarter, the Company experienced low utilization with two of its core customers not being as active as anticipated. Our major customer in the USA was not active as it was undergoing a change of ownership. On June 17, 2014 they announced new private equity ownership providing them access to additional capital to continue growing their asset base. Activity with this customer is restarting in August and we have been advised that they anticipate fracturing three wells per month on average going forward. We are reviewing a proposed new three year contract with this customer providing an agreed minimum monthly level of activity.
In Canada, a major customer reallocated a significant amount of its Western Canada capital budget to the East Coast of Canada mid way through the year. While we anticipate work to continue with them in 2014 it will be at reduced levels. Work in 2015 related to this customer will be dependent on budget allocations but based on preliminary discussions we anticipate it will increase. Based on these items our revenue and EBITDA declined significantly in the second quarter compared to prior year.
As discussed further in our financial statements and this MD&A, on June 19, 2014, the Company entered into a Revolving Credit and Security Agreement (the "Facility") to replace its former short term bank credit facility. The Facility is a five-year revolving credit facility of up to $60 million subject to a borrowing base. Initially $35 million will be available under the Facility, with availability subject to increase based on future performance of the Company.
FINANCIAL OVERVIEW - FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED
June 30, 2014 | ||||||||||
Canada | U.S. | Corporate | Total | |||||||
CAD$ | CAD$ | CAD$ | CAD$ | |||||||
Revenue | 6,947 | 100.0 | % | 379 | 100.0 | % | - | 7,326 | 100.0 | % |
Cost of sales | 3,156 | 45.4 | % | 124 | 32.7 | % | - | 3,280 | 44.8 | % |
Variable operating costs | 1,721 | 24.8 | % | 473 | 124.8 | % | - | 2,194 | 29.9 | % |
Fixed operating costs | 3,447 | 49.6 | % | 1,588 | 419.0 | % | - | 5,035 | 68.7 | % |
Operating expenses | 8,324 | 119.8 | % | 2,185 | 576.5 | % | - | 10,509 | 143.4 | % |
Selling, general and administration | 2,182 | 31.4 | % | 873 | 230.3 | % | 936 | 3,991 | 54.5 | % |
Number of revenue days | 19 | 3 | 22 | |||||||
Revenue per day | 366 | 126 | 333 | |||||||
June 30, 2013 | ||||||||||
Canada | U.S. | Corporate | Total | |||||||
CAD$ | CAD$ | CAD$ | CAD$ | |||||||
Revenue | 22,331 | 100.0 | % | 8,230 | 100.0 | % | - | 30,561 | 100.0 | % |
Cost of sales | 12,846 | 57.5 | % | 2,527 | 30.7 | % | - | 15,373 | 50.3 | % |
Variable operating costs | 2,342 | 10.5 | % | 847 | 10.3 | % | - | 3,189 | 10.4 | % |
Fixed operating costs | 3,601 | 16.1 | % | 1,584 | 19.2 | % | - | 5,185 | 17.0 | % |
Operating expenses | 18,789 | 84.1 | % | 4,958 | 60.2 | % | - | 23,747 | 77.7 | % |
Selling, general and administration | 2,888 | 12.9 | % | 1,634 | 19.9 | % | 578 | 5,100 | 16.7 | % |
Number of revenue days | 43 | 16 | 59 | |||||||
Revenue per day | 519 | 514 | 518 |
FINANCIAL OVERVIEW - FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED
June 30, 2014 | ||||||||||
Canada | U.S. | Corporate | Total | |||||||
CAD$ | CAD$ | CAD$ | CAD$ | |||||||
Revenue | 19,106 | 100.0 | % | 393 | 100.0 | % | - | 19,499 | 100.0 | % |
Cost of sales | 11,875 | 62.2 | % | 134 | 34.3 | % | - | 12,009 | 61.6 | % |
Variable operating costs | 3,765 | 19.7 | % | 705 | 180.3 | % | - | 4,470 | 22.9 | % |
Fixed operating costs | 7,074 | 37.0 | % | 3,423 | 875.4 | % | - | 10,497 | 53.8 | % |
Operating expenses | 22,714 | 118.9 | % | 4,262 | 1090.0 | % | - | 26,976 | 138.3 | % |
Selling, general and administration | 4,574 | 23.9 | % | 1,552 | 396.9 | % | 2,184 | 8,310 | 42.6 | % |
Number of revenue days | 44 | 3 | 47 | |||||||
Revenue per day | 434 | 130 | 415 | |||||||
June 30, 2013 | ||||||||||
Canada | U.S. | Corporate | Total | |||||||
CAD$ | CAD$ | CAD$ | CAD$ | |||||||
Revenue | 50,792 | 100.0 | % | 11,227 | 100.0 | % | - | 62,019 | 100.0 | % |
Cost of sales | 27,436 | 54.0 | % | 4,168 | 37.1 | % | - | 31,604 | 51.0 | % |
Variable operating costs | 5,182 | 10.2 | % | 1,666 | 14.8 | % | - | 6,848 | 11.0 | % |
Fixed operating costs | 7,492 | 14.8 | % | 3,847 | 34.3 | % | - | 11,339 | 18.3 | % |
Operating expenses | 40,110 | 79.0 | % | 9,681 | 86.2 | % | - | 49,791 | 80.3 | % |
Selling, general and administration | 5,548 | 10.9 | % | 2,821 | 25.1 | % | 1,374 | 9,743 | 15.7 | % |
Number of revenue days | 108 | 24 | 132 | |||||||
Revenue per day | 471 | 468 | 470 |
Revenue
Revenue for the second quarter decreased 76.1% to $7.3 million from $30.6 million in the second quarter of 2013. This decrease is primarily due to postponements or cancelations of projects with our major customers as well as some of our Canadian customers supplying their own LPG.
During the quarter, the Company earned revenues from four customers with the top three customers representing 99.3% of the total revenue. During the second quarter of 2013, the Company earned revenues from six customers with the top three customers representing 97% of the total revenue.
Canadian Operations
Second quarter revenue from the Canadian operations decreased 69.1% to $6.9 million from $22.3 million in the second quarter of 2013. The Canadian operations performed 19 revenue days in the second quarter of 2014 with average daily revenue of $366 compared to 43 revenue days in the second quarter of 2013 with average daily revenue of $519.
The decrease in average daily revenue is due to the procurement of LPG. In the second quarter of 2014, our customers supplied their own LPG with GASFRAC instead charging a pumping charge on the fluid pumped. This resulted in a decrease in revenue per revenue day of approximately $140 with an offsetting decrease to Cost of Sales.
During the second quarter of 2013, revenue includes pad fracturing for two customers that the Company was able to execute during spring break up. During the second quarter of 2014, revenue was generated from one major customer. The Company expects that revenue from this major customer will be limited for the rest of 2014 as the customer has reallocated its capital budget to different areas for the balance of 2014.
U.S. Operations
Second quarter revenue from the U.S. operations decreased 95.1% to $0.4 million from $8.2 million in the second quarter of 2013. The US operations performed 3 revenue days in the second quarter of 2014 with average daily revenue of $126 compared to 16 revenue days in the second quarter of 2013 with average daily revenue of $514. One major customer contributed 92.5% of revenue in the second quarter 2013. The same customer did not contribute any revenue in second quarter 2014 but is expected to be active in third quarter 2014. The major customer was recapitalized in a transaction that was completed in mid-June 2014.
During the quarter, the Company continued to negotiate the renewal of our contract with our major US customer. However, there can be no assurances at this time that such renewal can be obtained or, if obtained, what the terms of such renewal will be.
The decrease in average daily revenue is attributed to the Company executing smaller fracturing treatments.
During the second quarter of 2014, revenue was generated from three customers. During the second quarter of 2013, the top three customers generated 98.7% of the total revenue.
Operating Expenses
Operating expenses consist of the following categories:
cost of sales (variable costs directly attributable to a fracturing treatment),
variable operating costs (variable costs not directly attributable to a fracturing treatment), and
fixed operating costs (costs that do not fluctuate with the Company's level of activity).
During the quarter, the Company's operating expenses decreased 55.7% to $10.5 million (143.4% of revenue) from $23.7 million (77.7% of revenue) in the second quarter of 2013. This is primarily due to the decrease in the Company's activity.
As a percentage of revenue, cost of sales decreased to 44.8% of revenue ($3.3 million) from 50.3% ($15.4 million) of revenue in the second quarter of 2013. The decrease in cost of sales as a percentage of revenue was largely attributable to our customers supplying their own frac fluid and GASFRAC charging a pumping charge. This has the effect of lowering both the revenue and the cost of sales. This was partially offset by GASFRAC lowering the price of our services in order to attract new customers.
As a percentage of revenue, variable operating expenses increased to 29.9% of revenue ($2.2 million) from 10.4% of revenue ($3.2 million) of revenue in the second quarter of 2013. The percentage increase in variable operating expenses is due to costs such as maintenance and repairs having both a variable and fixed component.
Fixed operating costs decreased 3.8% to $5.0 million in the second quarter of 2014 as compared to $5.2 million in the second quarter of 2013. Fixed operating costs include operational salaries (excluding bonuses), facility leases and maintenance, and safety programs.
Canadian Operations
Total operating expenses for the quarter were $8.3 million (cost of sales - $3.2 million, variable operating costs - $1.7 million and fixed operating costs - $3.4 million) as compared to $18.8 million (cost of sales - $12.8 million, variable operating costs - $2.3 million and fixed operating costs - $3.6 million) in the second quarter of 2013.
Cost of sales was 45.4% of revenue for the quarter as compared to 57.5% of revenue in the second quarter of 2013. The decrease in cost of sales as a percentage of revenue was largely attributable to GASFRAC's customer supplying LPG for our services and GASFRAC charging the customer a pumping charge. In contrast, for the three month period ended June 30, 2013, GASFRAC supplied the LPG for our services with a markup. The net result is that the revenue and the cost of sales decreased by approximately $140 per revenue day.
Variable operating expenses increased to 24.8% of revenue ($1.7 million) from 10.5% of revenue ($2.3 million) in the second quarter of 2013. The percentage increase in variable operating expenses is primarily due to repairs and maintenance that has been incurred to maintain existing equipment and minor modifications due to the expansion of the Company's product line (approximately 9%), and fuel expenses incurred to reposition our fleet (approximately 2%).
Fixed operating costs decreased to $3.4 million from $3.6 million in the second quarter of 2013. Fixed operating costs include operational salaries (excluding bonuses), facility leases and maintenance, and safety programs.
U.S. Operations
Total operating expenses for the quarter were $2.2 million (cost of sales - $0.1 million, variable operating costs - $0.5 million and fixed operating costs - $1.6 million) as compared to $5.0 million (cost of sales - $2.5 million, variable operating costs - $0.8 million and fixed operating costs - $1.6 million) in the second quarter of 2013.
Cost of sales was 32.7% of revenue for the quarter as compared to 30.7% of revenue in the second quarter of 2013.
Variable operating costs of $0.5 million increased to 124.8% of revenue from 10.3% of revenue ($0.8 million) in the second quarter of 2013. The percentage increase in variable operating expenses is primarily due to an increase in repairs and maintenance that has been incurred due to the expansion of the Company's product line (approximately 50%), fuel expenses incurred to reposition our fleet (approximately 16%), and increased travel and accommodations (approximately 20%).
Fixed operating costs remained consistent at $1.6 million in the second quarter of 2014 and in the second quarter of 2013. Fixed operating costs include operational salaries (excluding bonuses), facility leases and maintenance, and safety programs.
Sales, General & Administrative ("SG&A") Expenses
SG&A expenses for the second quarter of 2014 decreased 21.6% to $4.0 million from $5.1 million in the second quarter of 2013. The decrease is primarily due to bad debt expense incurred in the second quarter of 2013 ($0.5 million) as well as decreased salaries and benefits and consultants ($0.2 million)
Impairment
During the quarter an impairment loss of $16.6 million was recorded. The loss is composed of a $6.8 million write-down of inventory to net realizable value, a $5.4 million write-down of a long-term deposit and $4.4 million on specific items classified as field equipment.
During the quarter, $6.8 million in ceramic proppant inventory was written down from its carrying amount to its net realizable value. The write down was a result of an industry decrease in price for specific types of ceramic proppant and excess supply of the ceramic proppant.
Following the write down of ceramic proppant the decision was made to terminate one of two proppant contracts which resulted in the write-off of a long-term deposit of $5.4 million. The write-off of $5.4 million was the Company's estimate of costs associated with terminating the contract.
The write down of specific fixed assets resulted from the Company reviewing the carrying value of specific field equipment. The assets were valued at the estimated proceeds of disposal (estimated fair value less costs of disposal).
Adjusted EBITDA
For the second quarter of 2014, Adjusted EBITDA decreased to a loss of $7.2 million from $1.7 million in the second quarter of 2013. The decrease in Adjusted EBITDA was primarily the result of a 76.1% decrease in revenue as well as an increase in the cost of sales.
Net Loss
For the second quarter of 2014, the net loss increased to $31.7 million compared to a net loss of $4.8 million during the second quarter of 2013. The increase in net loss is mainly attributable to the decrease in revenue as well as the impairment of assets ($16.6 million). Depreciation and amortization decreased $0.3 million from second quarter 2013 to the second quarter of 2014 due to the sale of assets and minimal capital expenditures throughout 2013. The Company's interest expense of $1.6 million in the second quarter of 2014 (2013: $1.6 million) is comprised of accrued debenture interest, and credit facility and finance lease interest paid. The Company recognized $0.2 million (2013: $0.3 million) in share based compensation expense. The Company has four share based compensation plans in place. The performance share unit and deferred share unit plans are cash settled and the restricted share and option plans are equity settled. The Company does not recognize any current tax expense as it has tax losses to offset any taxable income.
FINANCIAL OVERVIEW - SUMMARY OF QUARTERLY RESULTS
Sept 30, | Dec 31, | Mar 31, | Jun 30, | Sep 30, | Dec 31, | Mar 31, | Jun 30, | |||||||||
CAD$ | CAD$ | CAD$ | CAD$ | CAD$ | CAD$ | CAD$ | CAD$ | |||||||||
Revenue | 40,851 | 46,888 | 31,458 | 30,561 | 30,423 | 29,381 | 12,173 | 7,326 | ||||||||
(Loss) for the period | (7,144 | ) | (48,450 | ) | (7,884 | ) | (4,811 | ) | (5,061 | ) | (6,673 | ) | (12,093 | ) | (31,689 | ) |
(Loss) per share - basic | (0.11 | ) | (0.77 | ) | (0.12 | ) | (0.08 | ) | (0.08 | ) | (0.10 | ) | (0.22 | ) | (0.50 | ) |
(Loss) per share - diluted | (0.11 | ) | (0.77 | ) | (0.12 | ) | (0.08 | ) | (0.08 | ) | (0.10 | ) | (0.22 | ) | (0.50 | ) |
Adjusted EBITDA (1) | 182 | 5,921 | 751 | 1,736 | 3,364 | 186 | (8,727 | ) | (7,193 | ) | ||||||
Capital expenditures (recovery) | 4,955 | 6,593 | 509 | 1,404 | 274 | 963 | 2,425 | (494 | ) | |||||||
Working capital (deficiency) (2) | (1,092 | ) | 25,740 | (4,384 | ) | 2,627 | 4,108 | 7,070 | 4,454 | 11,462 | ||||||
Working capital excluding current portion of credit facility | 21,127 | 28,240 | 19,474 | 21,992 | 28,541 | 25,643 | 19,491 | 11,462 | ||||||||
Total short and long term credit facility | 22,219 | 30,000 | 23,858 | 19,365 | 24,433 | 18,573 | 15,037 | 23,189 | ||||||||
Shareholders' equity | 237,201 | 190,444 | 184,266 | 181,951 | 175,884 | 171,209 | 159,164 | 125,600 |
(1) | Prior period amounts have been have been adjusted to conform to the EBITDA definition in the Company's new credit facility. Defined under Non-IFRS Measures |
(2) | Working capital is defined as current assets less current liabilities (includes short term portion of credit facility) |
Additional information on revenue trends and losses are addressed in the Outlook section.
The Company's North American business is seasonal. The lowest activity is typically experienced during the second quarter of the year when road weight restrictions are in place due to spring break-up weather conditions and access to well sites in Canada is reduced. Also, in certain areas of the U.S. in which the Company operates, access to work locations is limited or entirely banned during hunting season which typically occurs December through February. The highest activity typically occurs in the first quarter of the year.
LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES
Liquidity Risk
Liquidity risk is the risk that the Company will not be able to meet its financial obligations as they fall due. Generally the Company ensures that it has sufficient cash or available credit facilities to meet expected operational requirements.
For the six month period ended June 30, 2014, the Company had a net loss of $45.9 million and negative cash flow from operating activities of $15.9 million (before changes in non-cash working capital). The Company maintained positive working capital of $11.5 million. The increase of working capital of $11.5 million compared to $4.5 million as at March 31, 2014 and $2.6 million as at June 30, 2013 is primarily due to reclassification of current debt to long term debt in June 30, 2014. Cash plus accounts receivable exceeded current liabilities by $0.3 million.
The Company's operations remain concentrated with a few key customers and revenues are subject to fluctuation dependent on the level of drilling operations by these customers in the areas in which the Company is servicing them. Their levels of drilling activity can be impacted by numerous factors including, but not limited to, operational difficulties, project scheduling, infrastructure limitations, weather conditions, hunting restrictions, and budgetary priorities. These fluctuations add uncertainty to the timing of the Company's cash flows, and can and have resulted in breaches to bank covenants.
The Company's 2014 operating results have negatively affected the balance sheet and liquidity. The Company will continue to minimize discretionary expenses, supplement its operating cash flow with sales of excess inventory and non-revenue generating assets such as land and buildings and if required increase its borrowings under the credit facility. In addition, the Company has planned minimal capital expenditures in 2014 and manages the timing of its capital expenditures based on the ongoing financial results.
When the Company will regain positive cash flows from operations is uncertain. The Company may need to raise capital to fund its operations and capital expenditures. The Company could seek financing through equity financings, additional subordinated debt and rights offerings to existing shareholders. If the Company is unable to obtain suitable financing it may be necessary for the Company to examine other alternatives to continue and enhance shareholder value, including but not limited to seeking a joint venture partner or the possible sale of the some or all of the assets of the Company or the merger, amalgamation or sale of the Company with or to a larger, better financed entity. The outcome of these matters cannot be predicted at this time.
The timing of cash outflows relating to financial liabilities and commitments are outlined in the following table:
Contractual cash flows | Less than 1 year | 1 to 3 years | 4 to 5 years | Greater than 5 years | |
CAD$ | CAD$ | CAD$ | CAD$ | CAD$ | |
Trade payables and accrued liabilities | 5,695 | 5,695 | - | - | - |
Provisions | 911 | 911 | - | - | - |
Finance lease obligation | 1,815 | 993 | 822 | - | - |
Credit facility (including expected interest) | 28,407 | 1,044 | 2,087 | 25,276 | - |
Debentures (including expected interest) | 48,703 | 2,818 | 45,885 | - | - |
Operating lease payments | 8,410 | 1,730 | 2,649 | 2,018 | 2,013 |
Commitment to purchase proppant | 9,419 | 2,392 | 2,956 | 3,246 | 825 |
Commitment to purchase plant and equipment | 2,392 | 2,392 | - | - | - |
Total | 105,752 | 17,975 | 54,399 | 30,540 | 2,838 |
To meet these financial obligations, the Company has available the following resources available within 1 year:
Jun 30, 2014 | Dec 31, 2013 | |
CAD$ | CAD$ | |
Cash and cash equivalents | 3,966 | 1,955 |
Trade receivables | 3,776 | 26,037 |
Unused credit facility - based on initial availability of $35 million | 11,811 | 31,427 |
19,553 | 59,419 |
Capital Management
The Company's objectives when managing its capital structure are to maintain a balance between debt and capitalization so as to withstand industry and seasonal volatility, maintain investor, creditor and market confidence and to sustain growth of the business. Debt includes the current and long term portions of finance leases, the outstanding balance of the credit facility and the debt portion of the convertible debentures less cash and cash equivalents. Capitalization is calculated as the debt, as described above, and shareholders' equity including the equity portion of the convertible debentures.
The Company also manages its capital structure to ensure compliance with financial and other affirmative and negative covenants on its credit facilities. The covenants are monitored on a regular basis and controls are in place to ensure the Company maintains compliance with these covenants. The Company is required to maintain a fixed charge coverage ratio for a rolling consecutive four quarters commencing for the quarter ended December 31, 2014 and as at the end of each calendar quarter thereafter. The credit facility includes maximum allowable amounts for finance leases, capital expenditures, and asset disposals. The credit facility also includes provisions related to the redemption of convertible debentures and renewal terms for the convertible debentures. As at June 30, 2014, the Company was in compliance with all the applicable covenants related to the Revolving Credit Facility.
As at June 30, 2014, the Company had commitments to purchase field equipment of $2.4 million.
Working Capital
As at June 30, 2014, the Company had $11.5 million of working capital compared to $4.5 million as at March 31, 2014 and $2.6 million as at June 30, 2013. The increase in working capital from June 30, 2013 and March 31, 2014 to June 30, 2014 is primarily due to the reclassification of the credit facility from current to long term in June 30, 2014.
Working capital excluding the current portion of the credit facility as at June 30, 2014 is $11.5 million, as at March 31, 2014 $19.5 million and as at June 30, 2013 $22.0 million. The decline in working capital excluding the current portion of the credit facility is due to lower accounts receivable from lower revenue and operating activities.
New Revolving Credit Facility
On June 19, 2014, the Company entered into a Revolving Credit and Security Agreement (the "Revolving Credit Facility") The Facility is a five-year revolving credit facility of up to $60 million subject to a borrowing base. As at June 30, 2014 $35 million is available under the Facility, with availability subject to increase based on future performance of the Company.
The term of the Facility may be accelerated to November 30, 2016 in the event that the subordinated debentures are not refinanced under terms acceptable to the bank. Early termination fees also apply in the first two years of the agreement.
Any failure or neglect of the Company to perform or keep any term, provision or covenant is considered to be an Event of Default under the Revolving Credit Facility. In the Event of Default and at any time thereafter the Bank shall have the right to terminate the Revolving Credit Facility and to terminate the obligation to make advances.
The borrowing base is calculated as a percentage of eligible accounts receivable, eligible inventories, and the net orderly liquidation value (NOLV) of the machinery and equipment to a maximum amount for each category ("sublimit"). Eligible inventories are based on the lower of cost or market value and the NOLV of the machinery and equipment is determined based on appraisals.
The Revolving Credit Facility is available in Canadian and US dollars and bears interest at the applicable Canadian or US prime rate plus 1.5% or the Banker's Acceptance rate or LIBOR plus 3.5%. The Revolving Credit Facility requires the Company to comply with certain financial and non-financial covenants.
The Revolving Credit Facility requires the Company to maintain, as of December 31, 2014 and each quarter thereafter measured on a rolling four quarter basis, a Fixed Charge Coverage Covenant Ratio (FCC) of 1.15:1.00. The FCC is defined as the ratio of EBITDA minus Unfunded Capital Expenditures minus Cash Taxes divided by all Annualized Debt Payments.
EBITDA is a non-GAAP measure and is defined as the sum of:
Net income or loss for such period excluding extraordinary gains and losses, plus
All interest expense for such period (to the extent deducted in determining net earnings), plus
All charges against income for such period for income taxes in accordance with GAAP, plus
Depreciation expense, plus
Amortization expense, plus or minus
Permitted EBITDA Adjustments.
Permitted EBITDA Adjustments shall mean, to the extent deducted in the calculation of net earnings, the following non-cash items: equity settled share-based compensation, impairment losses, unrealized foreign exchange gains or losses, and gains or losses on the sale of assets (other than inventory sold in the ordinary course of business).
Debt Payments is defined as:
All cash actually expended by the Company to make:
Interest payments on the revolving credit facility, plus
Payments for all fees, commissions and charges related to the agreement; plus
Payments on Capitalized Lease Obligations; plus
Permitted Subordinated Debenture Redemptions, plus
Payments with respect to any other Indebtedness for borrowed money, including the Subordinated Debt, plus
The aggregate amortization amount ($4.5 million) commencing for the March 31, 2015 and thereafter Fixed Charge Coverage Covenant
For the first 11 months of the agreement the debt payments are annualized.
The lender has a continuing security interest in all of its collateral whether now owned or hereafter created or acquired. Collateral includes all assets and property of the Company including receivables, machinery and equipment, intangibles, and inventory.
The Company was compliant with all applicable covenants at June 30, 2014.
The Company's previous credit facility consisted of a $10 million revolving operating facility and a $40 million revolving facility. Both facilities were secured by a floating charge over all of the assets (excluding leased assets). The facility was to mature on June 30, 2014 and pursuant to IAS 1 the Company presented the entire credit facility as current in prior reporting periods.
Consolidated Cash Flow Summary
For the three months ended: | Jun 30, 2014 | Jun 30, 2013 | |||
CAD$ | CAD$ | ||||
Net cash provided (used) by: | |||||
Operating activities | (6,338 | ) | (1,708 | ) | |
Financing activities | 7,906 | (4,385 | ) | ||
Investing activities | 666 | 2,149 | |||
Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents | 2,234 | (3,944 | ) | ||
Effects of exchange rate changes on the balance of cash held in foreign currencies | (170 | ) | 102 | ||
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period | 1,902 | 4,644 | |||
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, END OF PERIOD | 3,966 | 802 |
Operating Activities
Net cash used in operating activities was $6.3 million as compared to net cash used in operating activities of $1.7 million in the second quarter of 2013. The decrease is primarily due to the loss in the period caused by the decrease in second quarter 2014 revenue and activity.
Financing Activities
Net cash provided by financing activities was $7.9 million compared to $4.4 million of cash used in the second quarter of 2013, an absolute change of $12.3 million. The cash provided by and cash used in both the second quarter of 2014 and 2013 consists primarily of draws and repayments on the Company's credit facility.
Investing Activities
Net cash provided by investing activities was $0.7 million compared to $2.1 million in the second quarter of 2013. During the quarter, the Company sold excess plant and equipment for gross proceeds of $0.7 million and received a credit on the purchase of property and equipment of $0.5 million. Proceeds from equipment sales in the second quarter of 2013 were $4.0 million and the purchase of property and equipment of $1.4 million.
OFF-BALANCE SHEET ARRANGEMENTS
The Company is not party to any off balance sheet arrangements or transactions.
RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
Effective with the change in the Board of Directors on May 27, 2014, the former directors' performance share units and deferred share units totaling $555 thousand were paid out in cash.
During the six months ended June 30, 2014, the Company incurred legal fees of $52 thousand from a law firm of which a departing officer was a partner.
During the six months ended June 30, 2014, the Company incurred legal fees of $21 thousand from a law firm of which an officer is a partner.
FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS FAIR VALUES
The Company's financial instruments included on the consolidated balance sheet and measured at amortized cost include: trade payables and accrued liabilities; provisions; finance lease obligations; the credit facility and convertible debentures with accrued interest.
The fair value of most of the Company's financial instruments included on the consolidated balance sheet approximate their carrying amounts due to their short term maturity. The carrying amount of the debt outstanding pursuant to the credit agreement (the revolving credit facility) approximates fair value as the interest rate on this instrument approximates current market rates (level 2 criteria).
The Company's convertible debentures trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol GFS.DB. The fair value of the convertible debentures is based on quoted market prices and is considered to be a Level 1 fair value measurement. The carrying value includes the debt and equity portion of the convertible debentures and excludes the deferred income tax impact of the debentures charged against the equity portion. As at June 30, 2014, the fair value of the convertible debentures was $34,217 thousand (December 31, 2013 $33,408 thousand) and the carrying value was $37,209 thousand (December 31, 2013 $36,587 thousand).
The following provides an analysis of financial instruments that are measured subsequent to initial recognition at fair value, grouped into Levels 1 to 3 based on the degree to which the fair value is observable.
Level 1 fair value measurements are those derived from quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.
Level 2 fair value measurements are those derived from inputs other than quoted prices included within Level 1 that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly (i.e. as prices) or indirectly (i.e. derived from prices).
Level 3 fair value measurements are those derived from valuation techniques that include inputs for the asset or liability that are not based on observable market data (unobservable inputs).
The Company's finance department is responsible for performing the valuation of financial instruments. The valuation processes and results are reviewed and approved by the CFO and CEO at least once every quarter, in line with the Company's quarterly reporting dates. Valuation results are discussed with the Audit Committee as part of its quarterly review of the Company's financial statements.
ACCOUNTING ESTIMATES
This MD&A summarizes GASFRAC's financial condition and results of operations and is based upon its Interim Financial Statements, which have been prepared in accordance with Canadian GAAP and comply with IAS 34 Interim Financial Reporting. The Interim Financial Statements require management to select significant accounting policies and make certain critical accounting estimates that affect the reported assets, liabilities, revenue and expenses. A description of critical accounting estimates can be found beginning on page 9 of the December 31, 2013 MD&A. As at June 30, 2014, GASFRAC's critical accounting estimates have not changed from such description.
BUSINESS RISK
A description of business risks can be found on pp. 13-17 of the December 31, 2013 MD&A and in the Corporation's 2013 Annual Information Form filed on SEDAR March 14, 2014 available at www.sedar.com. As at June 30, 2014, these business risks have not changed significantly from those descriptions. Also refer to the cautionary statements regarding "Forward Looking Information".
COMMON SHARES AND CONVERTIBLE DEBENTURES
The Company at June 30, 2014 had 63,616,170 and at August 7, 2014 had 63,617,587 common shares outstanding (December 31, 2013: 63,607,668). At June 30, 2014 and August 7, 2014, GASFRAC had 3,627,500 share options outstanding (December 31, 2013: 3,295,000) at a weighted average exercise price of $2.11 per share (December 31, 2013: $2.31).
At June 30, 2014 and August 7, 2014, the Company had $40.25 million convertible debentures outstanding that were convertible to 3,833,334 common shares based on the applicable conversion price.
NON-IFRS MEASURES
Certain supplementary measures in this MD&A do not have any standardized meaning as prescribed under IFRS and, therefore, are considered non-IFRS measures. These measures have been described and presented in order to provide shareholders and potential investors with additional information regarding the Company's financial results, liquidity and ability to generate funds to finance its operations. These measures may not be comparable to similar measures presented by other entities, and are further explained as follows:
Adjusted EBITDA is defined as net income (loss) before finance cost, income taxes, depreciation and amortization, equity settled share based compensation, unrealized foreign exchange, and gain or losses on disposition. Adjusted EBITDA is used in the calculation of GASFRAC's financial covenant related to its revolving credit facility.
Adjusted EBITDA is calculated as follows:
Jun 30, 2014 | Jun 30, 2013 | Jun 30, 2012 | |||||
CAD$ | CAD$ | CAD$ | |||||
Net loss | (31,689 | ) | (4,811 | ) | (16,949 | ) | |
(Deduct) Add back | |||||||
Finance cost | 1,551 | 1,564 | 1,252 | ||||
Depreciation and amortization | 6,034 | 6,377 | 6,495 | ||||
Impairment | 16,600 | 120 | 20 | ||||
Equity settled share based compensation | 155 | 216 | 532 | ||||
Unrealized foreign exchange loss | 33 | 68 | 9 | ||||
Income tax benefit | - | - | (1,231 | ) | |||
(Gain) loss on disposition of assets | 123 | (1,798 | ) | - | |||
Adjusted EBITDA | (7,193 | ) | 1,736 | (9,872 | ) |
INTERNAL CONTROLS OVER FINANCIAL REPORTING
There have been no changes in the Company's internal controls over financial reporting during the quarter ended June 30, 2014, which have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal controls over financial reporting.
OUTLOOK
The North American pressure pumping market has been oversupplied during the last several years as a result of significant equipment builds in 2010 through 2012 and the addition of numerous small entrants during that period. This overcapacity has resulted in depressed margins during the last several years as capacity has been gradually absorbed. Industry utilization has improved significantly in Canada during the first half of 2014 and is expected to continue throughout the year resulting in industry price increases of 5% - 10%. In the USA equipment utilization has also improved during 2014 but not to the extent of Canada. As a result, pricing is expected to remain firm in the USA with improvements in 2015.
While the fundamentals of the overall pressure pumping market are an important factor in our operations, the most significant factor remains the pace of adoption of our technology by E&P companies. The industry as a whole has experienced significant change over the last decade with the emergence of multi-stage horizontal fracturing in resource formations. Although there have been positive production results, in some ways, the technology of fracturing in resource plays is just beginning. There are some indications that, as past results and economics are examined, the industry is beginning to examine methods to optimize fracturing operations and move away from simply using brute force along the horizontal section. The more recent utilization of energized fracturing fluids, rather than only slick water, is an indication of the beginning of more focus on customized fracturing solutions. As we have noted earlier, this has been more prevalent in Canada than in the USA to date. We believe that the GASFRAC technology and resultant production benefits in targeted formations provide our customers an advantage and that the major challenge for the Company is increasing our market share through succinct demonstration of this benefit. The key barriers we have encountered impacting the pace of adoption are; demonstration of the cost/benefit, safety considerations, awareness and the inertia of the factory frac model that has emerged. Operators tend to be cautious in their adoption of new technologies, particularly given the significance of fracturing costs as a percentage of total drilling and completions costs. As such, the higher up front cost of GASFRAC's service can be a key criteria in purchasing decisions. Thus, the keys on the cost/benefit side are:
the collection of basin by basin production data to provide more case studies to potential customers showing the positive impact on production and net present values,
continued reduction in the up-front costs of our service through enhancements such as engineered fluids,
recruiting of strong technical sales and sales support staff,
expanded fracturing fluid systems including HRVP, C3+, Poly C3 and H2O energized with C3+, and
focus on areas where the GASFRAC technology creates the most benefit or is the enabling technology.
We expect that the service delivery initiatives we undertook over the last few quarters, particularly engineered fluids that allow significant recovery of frac load fluids, will reduce the net cost of our service to our customers. Further, our expanded fracturing fluid systems and enhanced technical sales team provide our clients with customized solutions to meet their specific needs. This change in our value proposition creates an opportunity to attract customers to trial our technology and observe the specific impact on their wells and production. Due to the significant investment by operators in fracturing services, the sales and trial process is relatively long. We would anticipate a time from of six to nine months from initial trial to ultimate adoption of our services. We have added and will continue to add technical resources to assist our sales team in demonstrating the production benefits of our technology. In addition we are actively recruiting strong technical sales staff that can work with our customers to demonstrate technical benefits as well as assist in demonstrating our service execution capabilities. While safety will always remain a key focus for the Company, the equipment and procedures put in place during 2011 have largely removed this as a barrier for most customers - although education and safety audits will remain part of the sales cycle. We have observed an increased awareness and expressed interest in GASFRAC services in the basins we are targeting.
During this period of adoption, our operations in both Canada and the U.S. remain concentrated with a few key customers and our revenues are subject to fluctuation dependent on the level of drilling operations by these customers in the areas in which we are servicing them. Their levels of drilling activity can be impacted by numerous factors including, but not limited to, operational difficulties, project scheduling, infrastructure limitations, weather conditions, hunting restrictions, and budgetary priorities. As noted, our revenues are impacted by the activity of our two major customers. In Canada, a major customer has re-allocated a large amount of its 2014 capital expenditure budget from Western Canada to offshore East Coast Canada and as a result we do not anticipate significant revenues from them in the second half of 2014. However we are currently completing a project with Corridor Resources in New Brunswick and have several smaller jobs in the pipeline for new customers. In the USA, BlackBrush has resumed drilling and fracturing activity in the San Miguel formation in August and has indicated their intention to complete three wells a month on average. In addition we anticipate trials in the Permian, Utica and Eagle Ford formations in the second half of 2014.
On June 19, 2014, the Company entered into a Revolving Credit and Security Agreement (the "Facility") to replace its former short term bank credit facility. The Facility is a five-year revolving credit facility of up to $60 million subject to a borrowing base. Initially $35 million will be available under the Facility, with availability subject to increase based on future performance of the Company. During this period of customer adoption, there remains the risk of fluctuations and uncertainty to the timing of our cash flows, and this can and have resulted in breaches to bank covenants.
FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
This document contains certain statements that constitute forward-looking statements under applicable securities legislation. All statements other than statements of historical fact are forward-looking statements. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "may", "will", "should", "expect", "plan", "anticipate", "believe", "estimate", "predict", "potential", "continue", or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology. These statements are only as of the date of this document and we do not undertake to publicly update or revise these forward looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except in accordance with applicable securities laws. These forward looking statements include, among other things:
expectations that the market focus is moving toward customized fracturing fluids;
expectations that the US mandate to eliminate flaring comes into effect in 2015;
expectations that the Company's innovative technology will provide the Company with opportunities to expand the Company's market share in Canada and the U.S.;
expectations of securing financing for 2014 and beyond;
expectations as to the level of funding available under the Company's credit facility;
expectations as to the degree of activity by key customers;
expectations as to fluctuations in revenue due to customer concentration;
expectations of the impact of weather on activity in Canada in 2014;
expectations as to activity levels in North America;
expectations as to capital development programs of major customers;
expectations as to the rate of trials and adoption of the Company's technology by E&P companies;
expectations as to the Company's future market position in the industry;
expectations as to the supply of raw materials and timing of purchase commitments;
expectations as to the pricing of the Company's services in Canada and the U.S.;
expectations as to obtaining long term contracts with customers;
expectations of fracturing industry pricing and the pricing of the Company services in North America in 2014 and beyond;
expectations of oil and natural gas commodity prices in 2014; and
expectations of propane and other LPG prices in 2014 and forward.
These statements are only predictions and are based on current expectations, estimates, projections and assumptions, which we believe are reasonable but which may prove to be incorrect and therefore such forward-looking statements should not be unduly relied upon. In addition to other factors and assumptions which may be identified in this document, assumptions have been made regarding, among other things, industry activity; effect of market conditions on the demand for the Company's services; the ability to obtain qualified staff, equipment and services in a timely manner; the effect of current plans; the timing of capital expenditures, receipt of added equipment operating capacity; future oil and natural gas prices and the ability of the Company to successfully market its services.
By its nature, forward-looking information involves numerous assumptions, known and unknown risks and uncertainties, both general and specific, that contribute to the possibility that the predictions, forecasts, projections and other forward-looking statements will not occur. These risks and uncertainties include: changes in drilling activity; fluctuating oil and natural gas prices; general economic conditions; weather conditions; regulatory changes; the successful development and execution of technology; customer acceptance of new technology; the potential of competing technologies by market competitors; the availability of qualified staff, raw materials and property and equipment, the Company's liquidity and financial capacity, the Company sourcing funding to meet ongoing obligations and foreign currency fluctuations. The Company's annual MD&A for December 31, 2013, Annual Information Form and other documents fled with securities regulatory authorities (accessible through the SEDAR website www.sedar.com) describe the other risks, the material assumptions and other factors that could influence actual results and which are incorporated herein.
Actual results, performance or achievement could differ materially from those expressed in, or implied by, this forward-looking information and, accordingly no assurances can be given that any of the events anticipated by the forward-looking statements will transpire or occur, or if any of them do so, what benefits the Company will derive from them.
Condensed Interim Consolidated Statement of Financial Position | |||||
Unaudited | |||||
As at: | Jun 30, 2014 | Dec 31, 2013 | |||
CAD$ '000 | CAD$ '000 | ||||
ASSETS | |||||
CURRENT ASSETS | |||||
Cash and cash equivalents | 3,966 | 1,955 | |||
Trade and other receivables | 4,752 | 26,037 | |||
Inventory | 9,500 | 12,645 | |||
Prepaid expenses | 1,708 | 1,459 | |||
TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS | 19,926 | 42,096 | |||
NON-CURRENT ASSETS | |||||
Plant and equipment | 170,857 | 193,612 | |||
Intangible assets | 617 | 780 | |||
Other assets | 961 | 6,309 | |||
TOTAL NON-CURRENT ASSETS | 172,435 | 200,701 | |||
TOTAL ASSETS | 192,361 | 242,797 | |||
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY | |||||
CURRENT LIABILITIES | |||||
Trade payables and accrued liabilities | 6,634 | 14,352 | |||
Provisions | 911 | 742 | |||
Current portion of finance lease obligation | 919 | 1,359 | |||
Current portion of credit facility | - | 18,573 | |||
TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES | 8,464 | 35,026 | |||
NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES | |||||
Finance lease obligation | 770 | 835 | |||
Operating lease obligation | 98 | 79 | |||
Credit facility | 21,159 | - | |||
Convertible debentures | 36,270 | 35,648 | |||
Commitments and contingencies | |||||
TOTAL NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES | 58,297 | 36,562 | |||
TOTAL LIABILITIES | 66,761 | 71,588 | |||
CAPITAL & RESERVES | |||||
Share capital | 259,859 | 259,823 | |||
Contributed surplus | 6,628 | 6,461 | |||
Foreign currency translation reserve | 5,372 | 5,326 | |||
Retained earnings (deficit) | (146,259 | ) | (100,401 | ) | |
TOTAL EQUITY | 125,600 | 171,209 | |||
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY | 192,361 | 242,797 |
On behalf of the Board | |
James Hill | Mark Williamson |
Condensed Interim Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Loss | |||||||||
Unaudited | |||||||||
For the three months ended | For the six months ended | ||||||||
Jun 30, 2014 | Jun 30, 2013 | Jun 30, 2014 | Jun 30, 2013 | ||||||
CAD$ '000 | CAD$ '000 | CAD$ '000 | CAD$ '000 | ||||||
REVENUE | 7,326 | 30,561 | 19,499 | 62,019 | |||||
EXPENDITURES | |||||||||
Direct operating costs | 10,509 | 23,747 | 26,976 | 49,791 | |||||
Selling, general and administrative | 3,991 | 5,100 | 8,310 | 9,743 | |||||
Share based compensation | 185 | 311 | 257 | 576 | |||||
Depreciation and amortization | 6,034 | 6,377 | 12,337 | 12,970 | |||||
Impairments | 16,600 | 120 | 16,600 | 120 | |||||
Finance cost | 1,551 | 1,564 | 2,951 | 3,334 | |||||
Foreign exchange (gain) loss | 25 | (45 | ) | (590 | ) | (7 | ) | ||
38,895 | 37,174 | 66,841 | 76,527 | ||||||
OTHER INCOME (LOSS) | |||||||||
Gain / (loss) on disposition of assets | (123 | ) | 1,798 | 1,479 | 1,798 | ||||
Interest income | 3 | 4 | 5 | 15 | |||||
(120 | ) | 1,802 | 1,484 | 1,813 | |||||
LOSS BEFORE INCOME TAXES | (31,689 | ) | (4,811 | ) | (45,858 | ) | (12,695 | ) | |
Income tax benefit | - | - | - | - | |||||
LOSS FOR THE PERIOD | (31,689 | ) | (4,811 | ) | (45,858 | ) | (12,695 | ) | |
OTHER COMPREHENSIVE (LOSS)/INCOME ITEMS THAT WILL BE RECLASSIFIED TO PROFIT AND LOSS | |||||||||
Exchange differences on translating foreign operations | (1,805 | ) | 2,131 | 46 | 3,633 | ||||
OTHER COMPREHENSIVE (LOSS)/ INCOME | (1,805 | ) | 2,131 | 46 | 3,633 | ||||
TOTAL COMPREHENSIVE LOSS FOR THE PERIOD | (33,494 | ) | (2,680 | ) | (45,812 | ) | (9,062 | ) | |
LOSS PER SHARE | |||||||||
Basic (per share) | (0. 50 | ) | (0.08 | ) | (0.72 | ) | (0.20 | ) | |
Diluted (per share) | (0.50 | ) | (0.08 | ) | (0.72 | ) | (0.20 | ) | |
Condensed Interim Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity | |||||||||||
Unaudited | |||||||||||
Share capital | Contributed surplus | Foreign currency translation reserve | Retained earnings | ) | Total Equity | ||||||
CAD$ '000 | CAD$ '000 | CAD$ '000 | CAD$ '000 | CAD$ '000 | |||||||
Balance as at January 1, 2013 | 259,551 | 5,810 | 1,055 | (75,972 | ) | 190,444 | |||||
Loss For the six months ended June 30, 2013 | (12,695 | ) | (12,695 | ) | |||||||
Other comprehensive income for the six months ended June 30, 2013, net of income tax | 3,633 | 3,633 | |||||||||
Total comprehensive loss for the six months ended June 30, 2013 | 3,633 | (12,695 | ) | (9,062 | ) | ||||||
Exercise of share options | 200 | (50 | ) | - | - | 150 | |||||
Release from restricted shares | 36 | (36 | ) | - | - | - | |||||
Recognition of share based compensation | - | 419 | - | - | 419 | ||||||
Balance as at June 30, 2013 | 259,787 | 6,143 | 4,688 | (88,667 | ) | 181,951 | |||||
Share capital | Contributed surplus | Foreign currency translation reserve | Retained earnings | ) | Total Equity | ||||||
CAD$ '000 | CAD$ '000 | CAD$ '000 | CAD$ '000 | CAD$ '000 | |||||||
Balance as at January 1, 2014 | 259,823 | 6,461 | 5,326 | (100,401 | ) | 171,209 | |||||
Loss For the six months ended June 30, 2014 | - | (45,858 | ) | (45,858 | ) | ||||||
Other comprehensive income for the six months ended June 30, 2014, net of income tax | 46 | 46 | |||||||||
Total comprehensive loss for the six months ended June 30, 2014. | - | - | 46 | (45,858 | ) | (45,812 | ) | ||||
Exercise of share options | - | - | - | - | - | ||||||
Release from restricted shares | 36 | (36 | ) | - | - | - | |||||
Recognition of share based compensation | 203 | - | - | 203 | |||||||
Balance as at June 30, 2014 | 259,859 | 6,628 | 5,372 | (146,259 | ) | 125,600 | |||||
Condensed Interim Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows | ||||||||||
Unaudited | ||||||||||
For the three months ended | For the six months ended | |||||||||
Jun 30, 2014 | Jun 30, 2013 | Jun 30, 2014 | Jun 30, 2013 | |||||||
CAD$ '000 | CAD$ '000 | CAD$ '000 | CAD$ '000 | |||||||
CASH FLOWS PROVIDED BY (USED IN): | ||||||||||
OPERATING ACTIVITIES | ||||||||||
Net loss for the period | (31,689 | ) | (4,811 | ) | (45,858 | ) | (12,695 | ) | ||
Adjusted for: | ||||||||||
Depreciation and amortization | 6,034 | 6,377 | 12,337 | 12,970 | ||||||
Equity settled share based compensation | 155 | 216 | 203 | 419 | ||||||
Impairments | 16,600 | 120 | 16,600 | 120 | ||||||
Bad debt expense | - | 528 | - | 528 | ||||||
Finance cost per income statement | 1,551 | 1,564 | 2,951 | 3,334 | ||||||
Unrealized foreign exchange loss / (gain) | 33 | 68 | (674 | ) | 137 | |||||
(Gain) / loss on disposition of assets | 123 | (1,798 | ) | (1,479 | ) | (1,798 | ) | |||
(7,193 | ) | 2,264 | (15,920 | ) | 3,015 | |||||
Net change in non-cash operating working capital | 1,367 | (3,373 | ) | 8,432 | 1,478 | |||||
Cash provided (used) by operating activities | (5,826 | ) | (1,109 | ) | (7,488 | ) | 4,493 | |||
Interest paid | (512 | ) | (599 | ) | (2,235 | ) | (2,425 | ) | ||
Net cash provided (used) by operating activities | (6,338 | ) | (1,708 | ) | (9,723 | ) | 2,068 | |||
INVESTING ACTIVITIES | ||||||||||
Purchases of plant and equipment | 518 | (1,363 | ) | (1,892 | ) | (1,831 | ) | |||
Acquisition of intangible assets | (24 | ) | (41 | ) | (39 | ) | (82 | ) | ||
Proceeds from sale of plant and equipment | 685 | 3,988 | 10,009 | 3,988 | ||||||
Net change in non-cash investing working capital | (513 | ) | (435 | ) | (516 | ) | (770 | ) | ||
Net cash provided (used) by investing activities | 666 | 2,149 | 7,562 | 1,305 | ||||||
FINANCING ACTIVITIES | ||||||||||
Proceeds from common shares issued (net of share issue cost) | - | 150 | - | 150 | ||||||
Net finance leases repayments | (277 | ) | (42 | ) | (509 | ) | (266 | ) | ||
HSBC credit facility repayment | (15,037 | ) | (4,493 | ) | (18,573 | ) | (10,635 | ) | ||
PNC credit facility draw | 23,220 | - | 23,220 | - | ||||||
Net cash provided (used) by financing activities | 7,906 | (4,385 | ) | 4,138 | (10,751 | ) | ||||
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents | 2,234 | (3,944 | ) | 1,977 | (7,378 | ) | ||||
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period | 1,902 | 4,644 | 1,955 | 7,927 | ||||||
Effects of exchange rate changes on the balance of cash held in foreign currencies | (170 | ) | 102 | 34 | 253 | |||||
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS - END OF THE PERIOD | 3,966 | 802 | 3,966 | 802 |
The Company will host a conference call on August 8, 2014 at 9:00 a.m. MT (11:00 a.m. ET) to discuss the Company's results for the second quarter of 2014.
To listen to the webcast of the conference call, please enter: http://www.gowebcasting.com/5688 in your web browser or visit the Investor Information section of our website www.gasfrac.com.
To participate in the Q&A session, please call the conference call operator at 1-800-769-8320 or 1-416-340-8530 and ask for "GASFRAC Second Quarter Results Conference Call".
A replay of the call will be available until August 15, 2014 by dialing 1-800-408-3053 (North America) or 1-905-694-9451 (outside North America). Playback passcode: 2949462. The Company will also archive the conference on its website at www.gasfrac.com.
GASFRAC Energy Services, Inc. is an oil and gas technology and service company headquartered in Calgary, Alberta and the sole provider of gelled LPG fracturing technology in North America.
This news release contains certain statements that constitute forward-looking statements under applicable securities legislation. All statements other than statements of historical fact are forward-looking statements. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "may", "will", "should", "expect", "plan", "anticipate", "believe", "estimate", "predict", "potential", "continue", or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology. These statements are only as of the date of this document and we do not undertake to publicly update or revise these forward looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except in accordance with applicable securities laws. Forward-looking statements including estimates, projections and assumptions which we believe are reasonable but which may prove to be incorrect and therefore such forward-looking statements should not be unduly relied upon. In addition to other factors and assumptions which may be identified in this document, assumptions have been made regarding, among other things: industry activity; the general stability of the economic and political environment; effect of market conditions on demand for the Company's products and services; the ability to obtain qualified staff, equipment and services in a timely and cost efficient manner; the ability to operate its business in a safe, efficient and effective manner; the performance and characteristics of various business segments; the effect of current plans; the timing and costs of capital expenditures; future oil and natural gas prices; currency, exchange and interest rates; the regulatory framework regarding environmental matters in the jurisdictions in which the Company operates; and the ability of the Company to successfully market its products and services.
Forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated. These risks and uncertainties include: the ability of the Company to satisfy all conditions related to the financing, fluctuating prices for crude oil and natural gas; changes in drilling activity; general global economic, political and business conditions; weather conditions; regulatory changes; the successful exploitation and integration of the technology; customer acceptance of the technology; success in obtaining issued patents; the potential development of competing technologies by market competitors; availability of products, qualified personnel, manufacturing capacity and raw materials, the Company's liquidity and financial capacity, the Company sourcing funding to meet ongoing obligations and foreign currency fluctuations. In addition, actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of the risk factors set forth under the section entitled "Business Risks" in the Company's annual MD&A and Annual Information Form filed on SEDAR at www.sedar.com.