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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 10-K
Annual Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of
the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
For the fiscal year ended Commission file number
December 31, 1999 0-2545
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ALLIED RESEARCH CORPORATION
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(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Delaware 04-2281015
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(State or other jurisdiction of (I.R.S. Employer
incorporation or organization) Identification No.)
8000 Towers Crescent Drive
Suite 260
Vienna, Virginia 22182
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(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)
Allied's telephone number, including area code: (703) 847-5268
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of Class Name of Exchange
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Common Stock, American Stock Exchange
$0.10 Par Value
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act: None
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports
required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of
1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the
registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such
filing requirements for the past 90 days.
Yes X No
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Indicate by check mark if disclosure of delinquent filers pursuant to Item
405 of Regulation S-K (Section 229.405 of this chapter) is not contained herein,
and will not be contained, to the best of registrant's knowledge, in definitive
proxy or information statements incorporated by reference in Part II of this
Form 10-K or any amendment to this Form 10-K. X
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State the aggregate market value of the voting stock held by non-affiliates
of the registrant as of March 3, 2000:
Common Stock - Par Value $.10 $40,264,673
The number of shares of registrant's Common Stock outstanding as of March
3, 2000, was 4,856,722.
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Item 1. Business.
General.
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Allied Research Corporation ("Allied" or the "Company") was incorporated in
1962 under the name Allied Research Associates, Inc. Allied changed its
corporate name to Allied Research Corporation in 1988. Allied's business is
primarily conducted through its subsidiaries, MECAR S.A. ("MECAR"), Allied
Research Corporation Limited ("Limited") as well as a group of Belgian
corporations acquired in 1994, 1995 and 1999 lead by VSK Electronics, S.A.,
Teletechnique Generale, S.A., IDCS, S.A. and VIGITEC, S.A. (collectively, the
"VSK Group"). MECAR is located in Petit-Roeulx-lez-Nivelles, Belgium; Limited
is located in the United Kingdom, which includes the operations of Sedachim,
S.I. a related party; and the VSK Group operates from several different
locations in Belgium. In the latter portion of 1999, Allied contracted to sell
Barnes & Reinecke, Inc., headquartered in Arlington Heights, Illinois ("BRI"),
and in early 2000, Allied sold all of the capital stock of BRI.
Description of Business.
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Allied.
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Allied provides management and marketing services to its subsidiaries.
Allied also provides export licensing and freight forwarding services for its
subsidiaries.
MECAR.
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MECAR develops, designs, manufactures and sells ammunition and light
weapons for infantry use. Substantially all of MECAR's revenues are derived
from the sale of ammunition which is used with weapons that are generally
considered defensive weapons. From time to time, MECAR provides system
integration services pursuant to which it purchases and resells weapon systems
and/or ammunition.
MECAR designs, develops and manufactures a wide variety of ammunition and
grenades in the medium caliber, artillery, anti-tank and anti-personnel
categories. The following are the principal products produced and sold by MECAR:
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Mortar Ammunition. The 81mm family of mortar ammunition has recently been
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modernized to compete with the latest generation of this product line.
Production quantities of this latest version have already been manufactured and
delivered to MECAR customers. The 120mm family is a state of the art ammunition
for standard field mortars and for the increased performance turreted AMS
mortar. The current version of this ammunition has successfully completed
qualification with the US Army, together with the 120mm AMS LAV-M(S) system.
This system is capable of direct as well as indirect fire. The MECAR ammunition
is the only one so far developed that has been designed to perform in the AMS
weapon high pressure and acceleration environment.
90mm Weapon Systems for Light Armored Vehicles. MECAR has developed and
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produces complete families of ammunition that include APFSDS, HE, SMK and HESH
rounds for the COCKERILL Mk II and III and ENGESA EC-90, and DEFA F1 guns. Over
2000 of these guns are standard equipment on light APCs in the Far East and
South America alone. In the last five years, these families of ammunition have
been improved to meet the highest standards of safety and performance.
The 90mm KENERGA Weapon System has been jointly developed by Cockerill
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Mechanical Systems ("CMI") and MECAR to provide the modern APC with anti-tank
punch similar to that of tanks equipped with 105mm guns, without sacrifice to
the range, mobility and maintainability of the light APC. In this partnership
CMI is responsible for the weapon and MECAR for the ammunition. The ammunition
family includes the APFSDS, HESH and SMK versions with their corresponding
training rounds. This system is currently undergoing qualification by the U.S.
Army.
Tank Ammunition. MECAR produces the entire range of 105mm rounds of its
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own design and which perform to NATO requirements, for use in the US M68, UK L7
and French CN105F1 guns. These include the APFSDS, HEAT, HESH and SMK, with
their corresponding training rounds. Additionally, it has produced under
license the US Army M393A2 HEP-T and M724A1 TPDS-T rounds for the Belgian Army.
MECAR has produced 100mm APFSDS rounds for friendly pro western clients in the
Far East.
Artillery Ammunition. MECAR has produced 155mm HE, SMK(WP) and
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ILLUMINATING rounds for various clients.
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Medium Caliber Round. The 25mm APFSDS-T ammunition round is MECAR's
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entry into the medium caliber arena. To date, over 500,000 rounds have been
sold.
76mm L23 Ammunition. MECAR manufactures HE, HESH and HESH-PRAC
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ammunition for the L23 guns, which are in service with armored vehicles in
several countries in Europe, South America, Africa and the Far East. Even
though this is an established weapon, requirements for this ammunition are
expected to continue for the next several years.
Universal Bullet Trap Rifle Grenades. The universal bullet trap rifle
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grenade is designed to be light, effective, accurate and simple to use. It is
fitted over the muzzle of any standard military rifle with a muzzle outer
diameter of 22mm and fired from the shoulder in the normal manner. This method
of firing a grenade is made possible by MECAR's development of the universal
bullet trap ("BTU"). The BTU is a patented device which can be used with all
existing makes of steel core or soft core bullets in calibers 7.62mm and 5.56mm,
including the latest round (SS109) used in the M-16 rifle. The BTU is fitted
within the tail of the grenade. When the bullet is fired, it lodges in the BTU
and the expanding gases released by the discharged round propel the grenade to
its target. MECAR manufactures several different bullet trap grenades including
high explosive fragmentation, anti-personnel, armor piercing, smoke generating,
white phosphorus, and parachute flare (night illuminating).
84mm SAKR Recoilless Rifle. MECAR developed and manufactures this
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recoilless rifle and its associated family of ammunition. The SAKR fills the
gap between rifle grenades and the 90mm family of guns and ammunition. The SAKR
ammunition (HEAT, HE-T and HE-TP-T) is also interoperable with existing 84mm
systems.
Hand Grenades. MECAR manufactures the M72 controlled fragmentation hand
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grenade.
Limited.
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Limited, a systems integrator in the ammunition industry, was established
by Allied in 1989 to augment its overseas business development efforts. In
1994, the London office of Limited was closed and the employment of the relevant
employees was terminated. Allied and MECAR continue to attempt to obtain
additional systems integration contracts. If any such contracts are obtained in
the
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name of Limited, such entity will be appropriately staffed and supported to
carry out the contracts.
VSK Group.
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The VSK Group engages in the business of developing, manufacturing,
selling, installing and servicing security systems for private industry. The
systems marketed by the VSK Group include intrusion detection, access control
and fire detection systems. The principal products manufactured by the VSK
Group are central control panels; the other components are purchased from other
vendors. In May, 1995, the VSK Group acquired all of the outstanding stock of
IDCS, S.A., which markets an upscale line of security services products
principally in European markets. In late 1999, the VSK Group acquired all of
the outstanding stock of VIGITEC, S.A., which markets closed circuit television
systems and provides other communications services.
BRI.
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BRI is an engineering and technical firm that specializes in design,
prototype fabrication, production, test and inspection documentation for
government and industry. All of the stock of BRI was sold by Allied in March,
2000.
Geographic Areas and Industry Segments.
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See Note S to Allied's consolidated financial statements for information
concerning the geographic areas and industry segments of Allied which
information is incorporated herein by reference.
Market and Customers.
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Allied derives the principal portion of its revenues from direct and
indirect sales to foreign governments, U.S. Government agencies and prime
contractors, primarily on fixed price contracts. The addition of the VSK Group
adds a non-military component to company-wide operations. Two agencies of a
foreign government and another foreign government accounted for approximately
3%, 27% and 31% in 1999, 52%, 22% and 11% in 1998, and 64%, 6% and 11% in 1997
of Allied's revenues. In addition, during 1999, direct and indirect foreign
military sales contracts for the benefit of one of such foreign government
agencies were approximately 23% of Company revenue. The VSK Group accounted for
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approximately 35%, 16% and 13% of Allied's 1999, 1998 and 1997 revenues,
respectively.
MECAR's products are sold directly or indirectly to the defense departments
of governments. MECAR is regulated by Belgian law regarding the foreign
governments with which it may do business.
The sales by MECAR in any given period and its backlog at any particular
time may be significantly influenced by one or a few large orders. This is due
to the nature of its business. An order for MECAR's products is typically for a
large quantity and/or a substantial aggregate price, primarily because materials
required for the manufacture of the products cannot be economically purchased in
small quantities and because of the favorable economies of large volume
production. In addition, the production period required to fill most such
orders may range from several months to a year. Accordingly, MECAR's business
is dependent upon its ability to obtain such large orders. MECAR has no
continuing contract with any customer to purchase MECAR's products. MECAR does,
of course, accept smaller orders when it is profitable to do so or when MECAR
management believes that accepting such an order is otherwise in the best
interests of MECAR. MECAR's products are designed for general military use by a
variety of government customers.
When MECAR obtains a contract for the sale of its products, it generally
receives down payment(s) and/or letter(s) of credit to be applied to the
purchase price upon shipment of the products. In such cases, MECAR is generally
required to provide to its customers advance payment guarantees and performance
bonds issued by its bank pool.
MECAR has received from time-to-time foreign military sale ("FMS")
contracts from the U.S. Government for the manufacture of ammunition for the
benefit of a foreign government. Such contracts have terms and conditions
subjecting them to termination for convenience or upon default. During 1999,
MECAR received one substantial FMS contract as well as an additional subcontract
from an FMS contract awardee. The contracts received by MECAR through the FMS
system do not include down payments, are not secured by letters of credit and do
not require MECAR to submit advance payment guarantees/performance bonds.
The VSK Group derives substantially all of its revenue from sales and
services to private industry such as banks, hospitals, commercial businesses,
office
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buildings, etc. The VSK Group also sells its systems to other independent
distributors and resellers. The customers of the VSK Group are located in
Belgium and in neighboring countries. While most of the orders received by the
VSK Group are for work which can be completed within one year, it has received
multi-year orders for its products and services. IDCS sells its products
principally in European markets. VIGITEC sells its products only in Belgium.
Marketing.
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Most of the marketing activities of MECAR are handled by MECAR's staff of
sales engineers and executive staff. In addition, MECAR advertises in trade
journals and participates in trade shows. MECAR is also represented by
marketing representatives in different markets. MECAR obtains orders from the
agencies of a foreign government which constitute its principal customers
through an independent marketing representative.
The marketing activities of the VSK Group are handled principally by its
staff of sales personnel. Marketing activities outside of Belgium are conducted
by independent distributors. In addition, the VSK Group advertises in trade
journals and participates in trade shows.
Research and Development.
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The development of ammunition and weapon systems requires knowledge and
experience in aerodynamics, mechanical engineering, chemistry, combustion,
materials behavior and ballistics. MECAR maintains an active research and
development staff, including a staff of design engineers, in order to determine
how materials can be used or combined in new ways to improve performance or to
solve new problems. In 1999, 1998 and 1997, MECAR expended $793,916, $811,240
and $794,370, respectively, for research and development activities. MECAR
designed most of the products which it currently manufactures. MECAR designs
and develops most of its special tooling, fixtures and special explosive loading
and testing systems.
The business of the VSK Group requires continuous investment in research
and development to update and enhance its security systems. The VSK Group
employs a staff of design engineers specialized in the field of both electronic
hardware and software. During 1999, 1998 and 1997 the VSK Group expended
$892,092, $802,810 and $694,026, respectively, on research and development.
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Suppliers and Materials.
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Production of ammunition requires an ample supply of chemicals,
pyrotechnical materials and metal component parts and casings. MECAR generally
attempts to ensure that several vendors will be available in the open market to
compete for all supply contracts. However, once the development phase is
complete and the design has been stabilized for certain products, the continued
availability of supplies can become critical to its ability to perform a
particular contract. MECAR seeks to protect itself against shortages and
similar risks by planning alternative means of production, by producing
internally, and by monitoring the availability and sources of supplies.
Production of weapons requires a continued supply of a variety of
components and materials. MECAR depends upon major suppliers to provide such
components and materials where in-house capability does not exist. It has
generally found such materials and supplies to be readily available.
The VSK Group relies upon a number of selected subcontractors to supply the
requisite electronic hardware for its security systems. To date, the VSK Group
has found such subcontract materials to be readily available. Assembly of the
central control panels (including all computer software) is performed internally
by employees of the VSK Group.
Backlog.
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As of December 31, 1999 and December 31, 1998, Allied had backlog orders
believed to be firm, after giving effect to the percentage of completion method
of accounting, of approximately $105.0 million and $48.0 million, respectively.
A substantial portion of the backlog of orders as of December31, 1999 is
expected to be filled in 2000.
Competition.
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The munitions business is highly competitive. MECAR has a number of
competitors throughout the world, including the United States. Many of its
competitors are substantially larger companies with greater capital resources
and experience. Many of its competitors have existing relationships with
governments and countries in which MECAR markets its products. For example,
many countries will only acquire ammunition and other military items from
vendors
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located in said countries. In many other countries, it is important to have an
independent marketing representative. Competition is mainly based upon
accessibility of potential markets, technical expertise, quality, capabilities
of the product and price.
The nature of the competition encountered by the VSK Group depends upon the
segment of the security systems business. In the development and manufacturing
area, there are a number of larger competitors, many with greater financial
resources than the VSK Group. In the installation and services area, the VSK
Group competes with a number of smaller, local competitors.
Personnel.
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As of December31, 1999, Allied, MECAR, the VSK Group and BRI had 426 full
and part-time employees as follows:
ALLIED
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Salaried employees 4
MECAR
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Technical and salaried employees 47
Hourly workers 190
Technical consultants 4
VSK Group
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Technical salaried employees 84
Hourly workers 25
Part-time employees 2
BRI
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Salaried employees 45
Hourly employees 23
Part-time employees 2
The classification of employees noted above for MECAR and the VSK Group is
in accordance with Belgian law.
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Patents.
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MECAR holds a number of patents in many countries and with varying
expiration dates covering certain of its products. Allied does not believe
there is a threat of a material loss of revenue with the expiration of any of
these patents.
Environmental Regulations.
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Allied does not anticipate that compliance with any laws or regulations
relating to environmental protection will have a material effect on its capital
expenditures, earnings or competitive position.
Principal Customers.
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MECAR has historically received a large percentage of its revenue from two
(2) agencies of a foreign government. BRI has traditionally received a
substantial portion of its business from and/or through the U.S. Government.
Item 2. Properties.
Allied's principal executive offices are located in Vienna, Virginia, where
it leases approximately 3,700 square feet of office space. The lease expires in
September, 2007.
MECAR's principal factory is located approximately 25 miles south of
Brussels near Nivelles, Belgium. The factory principally consists of a
manufacturing and administrative complex which was occupied by MECAR in 1989.
The manufacturing area is approximately 112,000 square feet and the
administration facilities is approximately 28,000 square feet. There are a
number of older buildings on the property that are still used in conjunction
with the new complex. A small test firing range is maintained on this property.
MECAR also owns a 600 acre test range in the vicinity of the Village of Marche
in the Ardennes region of Belgium, which was acquired in 1985.
Throughout 1999, MECAR operated at an average of 80% of productive capacity
of its facility, assuming the operation of 3 shifts. MECAR is currently
operating at 100% of productive capacity.
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The VSK Group operates from owned facilities containing approximately
51,400 square feet at five locations in Belgium. Such facilities are currently
operating at approximately 85% of productive capacity.
Capital expenditure programs for facilities and equipment planned in 2000
will require funding of approximately $2.4 million.
Item 3. Legal Proceedings.
There are no material pending legal proceedings, other than ordinary
routine litigation incidental to Allied's business, to which Allied or any of
its subsidiaries is a party or to which any of their property is subject.
Item 4. Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders.
There were no matters submitted to a vote of security holders of Allied
during the fourth quarter of 1999.
PART II
Item 5. Market for Stock and Related Security Holder Matters.
Market Information.
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Allied's Common Stock has been listed for trading on the American Stock
Exchange ("AMEX") since September 15, 1992. Its AMEX trading symbol is ALR.
Its media listing is under the symbol Allied Research. The table below shows
the high and low sales prices of Allied's Common Stock during 1999 and 1998 (as
reported by AMEX):
1999 High Low
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1st Quarter $8 - 1/4 $6 - 1/8
2nd Quarter $7 - 5/8 $5 - 9/16
3rd Quarter $6 - 1/8 $4 - 3/8
4th Quarter $6 - 15/16 $5 - 1/4
1998 High Low
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1st Quarter $13-3/16 $10
2nd Quarter $13-1/16 $11-1/4
3rd Quarter $12-1/4 $6 -3/8
4th Quarter $8 -5/8 $6
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Stockholders.
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There were approximately 1,500 holders of record of the Common Stock of
Allied as of February 25, 2000.
Dividends.
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Allied paid a 5% stock dividend in November, 1992 to holders of record of
its Common Stock on October 15, 1992. Cash was paid in lieu of the issuance of
fractional shares. There have been no dividends declared or paid by Allied in
1993-1999. The banking agreements of MECAR restrict the ability of such
subsidiary to transfer funds to Allied as described in Management's Discussion
and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations.
Item 6. Selected Financial Data.
The following selected financial data relates to Allied's consolidated
financial position and results of operations for 1999, 1998, 1997, 1996 and
1995:
1999 1998 1997 1996 1995
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(000's omitted except per share amounts)
Revenues $59,033 $133,078 $123,935 $92,026 $54,415
Loss (earnings) from
continuing operations (3,282) 8,629 8,147 4,520 (2,509)
discontinued operation (746) 437 418 285 496
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Net (loss) earnings (4,028) 9,066 8,565 4,805 (2,013)
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(Loss) earnings per share
Basic:
continuing operations (0.68) 1.83 1.79 1.02 (0.57)
discontinued operation (0.16) 0.09 0.09 0.06 0.11
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Net (loss) income (0.84) 1.92 1.88 1.08 (0.46)
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Diluted
continuing operations (0.68) 1.81 1.76 1.02 (0.57)
discontinued operation (0.16) 0.09 0.09 0.06 0.11
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Net (loss) income (0.84) 1.90 1.85 1.08 (0.46)
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Total assets 60,131 101,635 89,310 89,305 90,844
Long-term debt
Obligations and
redeemable preferred stock 3,081 4,154 5,104 6,662 27,308
Cash dividends declared
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NOTE: All per share amounts have been restated consistent with the provision of
FASB 128, which became effective in 1997.
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Item 7. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results
of Operations.
Overview
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Allied provides management services to its subsidiaries. Allied's
consolidated statements have eliminated all significant intercompany
transactions. The following discussion refers to the financial condition,
liquidity and results of operations of Allied on a consolidated basis unless
otherwise stated. All dollars are in millions except per share amounts.
In 1999, Allied operated in three (3) principal segments: the development
and production of ammunitions and weapon systems ("product sales"); the
manufacture, distribution and service of an integrated line of industrial
security products ("security systems and services"); and engineering and
technical support services ("engineering and technical"). Product sales,
security systems and services and engineering and technical were provided solely
by MECAR and a related company, Sedachim, the VSK Group and BRI, respectively.
Accordingly, all references in this Item 7 to (i) MECAR shall refer to the
product sales segment, (ii) the VSK Group shall refer to the security systems
and services segment and (iii) BRI shall refer to the engineering and technical
segment. All references herein to Allied or the Company shall refer to Allied
Research Corporation as a whole. An agreement to sell the stock of BRI was
executed in early December, 1999; accordingly, BRI's 1999 operations have been
excluded from Allied's results from continuing operations and the net results of
such operations are reported separately as results from discontinued operation.
The results for prior periods have been correspondingly restated. The stock of
BRI was sold in March, 2000.
In 1999, Allied reorganized its European holdings. A Belgium holding
company, ARC Europe, S.A., now owns all of the capital stock of each of MECAR,
Sedachim and the VSK Group.
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Allied incurred a net loss of $3.3 ($0.68 per share - diluted) from
continuing operations in 1999 compared to net profits of $8.6 ($1.81 per share -
diluted) for 1998 and $8.1 ($1.76 per share - diluted) for 1997.
Forward-Looking Statements
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This Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and
Results of Operations contains forward-looking statements that are based on
current expectations, estimates and projections about the Company and the
industries in which it operates. In addition, other written or oral statements
which constitute forward-looking statements may be made by or on behalf of the
Company. Words such as "expects", "anticipates", "intends", "plans",
"believes", "seeks", "estimates", or variations of such words and similar
expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. These
statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks,
uncertainties and assumptions ("Future Factors") which are difficult to predict.
Therefore, actual outcomes and results may differ materially from what is
expressed or forecast in such forward-looking statements. The Company
undertakes no obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements,
whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
Future Factors include substantial reliance on MECAR's principal customers
to continue to acquire MECAR's products on a regular basis; the cyclical nature
of the Company's military business; rapid technological developments and changes
and the Company's ability to continue to introduce competitive new products and
services on a timely, cost effective basis; the ability of the Company to
successfully continue to increase the commercial component of its business; the
mix of products/services; domestic and foreign governmental fiscal affairs and
public policy changes which may affect the level of purchases made by customers;
changes in environmental and other domestic and foreign governmental
regulations; continued availability of financing, financial instruments and
financial resources in the amounts, at the times and on the terms required to
support the Company's future business. These are representative of the Future
Factors that could affect the outcome of the forward-looking statements. In
addition, such statements could be affected by general industry and market
conditions and growth rates; general domestic and international economic
conditions including interest rate and currency exchange rate fluctuations;
increasing competition by foreign and domestic competitors, including new
entrants; and other Future Factors.
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Trends In Operations
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Allied reported disappointing results in 1999, principally due to losses
incurred at MECAR. MECAR's 1999 performance resulted from the combination of a
reduction in customer orders during 1998 and early 1999 and additional costs
incurred by MECAR in reworking ammunition orders for some of its customers.
MECAR's performance improved in the fourth quarter of 1999 as it began to
recognize revenues from new orders received earlier in the year.
MECAR did not receive any substantial orders from March 1998 until June
1999 which seriously depleted its backlog. Allied believes that the lack of
orders received by MECAR from early 1998 until mid-1999 was the result of low
oil prices which adversely impacted the purchasing power of its principal
customers. As oil prices stabilized and then increased in 1999 and into 2000,
MECAR received substantial orders from these customers. With the rebound in oil
prices, MECAR received over $100 of new orders from early June, 1999 through
December, 1999. However, as a result of the lead time necessary to order and
receive raw materials and to ramp up for production, revenues from these new
orders were not reflected until later in the fourth quarter of 1999. In
addition, unanticipated delays in receipt of some raw materials adversely
affected the 1999 results. Such materials have now been received.
MECAR also incurred unanticipated costs in 1999 due to rework of ammunition
for some of its customers. The last portion of the rework was completed and
shipped in early 2000.
MECAR began 2000 with a healthy backlog of approximately $93.5. In early
2000, MECAR received an additional order of $33.0, thereby providing MECAR the
opportunity to have a very successful 2000.
A portion of MECAR's backlog consists of orders for ammunition for two (2)
new weapon systems acquired by MECAR's principal customers via the Foreign
Military Sales Program ("FMS"). In June, 1999, MECAR received the first
production order for ammunition for one of these systems following successful
completion of testing of the system and the initial order of ammunition. In
late December, 1999, MECAR received the initial order for ammunition for the
second system. Once the system and ammunition for this second system have
passed acceptance testing, it is anticipated that the customer will begin to
place production orders for ammunition. The customer has indicated a need to
acquire substantial quantities of both weapon systems and a need and desire to
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substantial purchases of ammunition for both systems which should span several
years.
While MECAR received a relatively small order (approximately $3.0) in 1999
from a new customer which it believes could lead to follow-on awards, the vast
majority of the orders received by MECAR in 1999 and in 2000 to date originated
from its principal customers.
The VSK Group recorded another excellent year in 1999. It contributed
approximately $20.5 in revenues and $2.5 in profits. The VSK Group's 1999
results were due, in part, to the successful introduction of two new products.
In addition, the VSK Group continued to expand its distribution network,
including the addition of distributors in the U.K. and in Germany. Y2K concerns
by VSK Group customers also positively impacted the VSK Group's 1999 business in
the latter portion of 1999.
In December, 1999, the VSK Group acquired VIGITEC, S.A., a small closed
circuit television and telecommunications firm located in Brussels, Belgium.
The acquisition expands the range of products and services offered by the VSK
Group.
Allied and the VSK Group continue to seek other acquisitions for the VSK
Group.
Both MECAR's and the VSK Group's reported earnings for the year were
adversely impacted by the fluctuations of the Belgian Franc and the Euro during
1999.
BRI reported a loss in 1999 due to insufficient work and unexpected costs
incurred in final testing of a mobile dynomometer sold to a foreign government
agency. The results are reported as a loss from discontinued operation of $0.7,
since Allied agreed to sell BRI in December, 1999. The stock of BRI was sold in
March, 2000.
Allied commenced 2000 with a consolidated backlog of approximately $105
compared with a consolidated backlog at the beginning of 1999 of $48.0; in
early 2000, MECAR received an additional order of $33.0. MECAR began 2000 with
a backlog of approximately $93.5 compared with a 1999 beginning backlog of
$21.8. VSK began 2000 with a backlog of approximately $11.5 compared with a
1999 beginning backlog of approximately $15.2. Allied's backlog is one of the
largest backlogs it has had since the early 1990's.
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In future periods, Allied's operations will continue to be impacted by
MECAR's ability to obtain large orders on a periodic basis and Allied's ability
to successfully continue its expansion of other business.
Trends In Liquidity And Capital Resources
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Allied's liquidity deteriorated in 1999 largely as a result of the loss
incurred by MECAR. However, no liquidity problems are forecast for 2000. MECAR
has obtained a $10 bank line of credit to provide working capital necessary to
fund its operations. It is anticipated that MECAR will have fully repaid all
amounts drawn under the line of credit by the end of 2000. In the longer term,
Allied's liquidity will continue to depend upon its ability to obtain
substantial orders from its traditional customer base and the success of its
efforts to broaden its revenue base.
Liquidity.
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Allied's liquidity deteriorated in 1999, principally as a result of losses
incurred at MECAR. Working capital, which includes restricted cash, was
approximately $25.8 at December 31, 1999, which is a decrease of $11.3 from the
December 31, 1998 level. Allied's current working capital is required for
operations and to support credit facility agreements.
Cash and equivalents at December 31, 1999 decreased over year-end 1998
levels largely due to losses at MECAR and BRI. Restricted cash decreased from
year-end 1998 amounts since contracts received by MECAR in 1999 in connection
with the FMS programs did not require the deposit of cash collateral. Accounts
receivable at December 31, 1999 decreased from December 31, 1998 levels by $11.8
due to unusually large shipments of products at the end of 1998 and reduced
activity at the end of 1999. Costs and accrued earnings on uncompleted contracts
decreased by $6.8 from 1998 as a result of reduced amounts of work in progress
at the end of 1999. Inventories at year-end 1999 were essentially unchanged
from 1998 year-end levels. Prepaid expenses decreased $8.6 from 1998 levels as
a result of lower advance payments made on contracts in process at the end of
1999. Net assets of discontinued operation (i.e., BRI) decreased by $1.2
primarily as a result of losses sustained by BRI during 1999. Deferred taxes
increased in 1999 by $2.7 as a result of loss carryforwards generated at MECAR
by virtue of its 1999 operating loss. Current liabilities decreased by $30.8
from December 31, 1998 due to a substantial reduction in accounts payable and
customer deposits at the end of 1999 due to lower production levels.
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During 1999, 1998 and 1997, Allied funded its operations principally with
internally generated cash and back-up credit facilities required for foreign
government contracts.
MECAR typically obtains relatively large orders for its ammunition and
weapon systems which require credit facilities to provide import letters of
credit, advance payment guarantees and performance bonds. These needs have been
met in the last few years via agreements primarily with a multi-member foreign
bank pool.
As has been the case in recent years, the bank pool must agree to extend
such facility to new orders as they are received by MECAR. While management
believes that it will be able to finance additional MECAR contracts using the
bank pool structure, there can be no assurance that such financing will be
provided.
The bank pool agreement and other loan agreements continue to impose
certain restrictions on MECAR. MECAR's obligations were collateralized at
December 31, 1999 by a pledge on MECAR's assets of $22. The bank pool agreement
further precludes MECAR from making payments to any company in the Allied group
in excess of $2.4 per year, unless MECAR has unrestricted cash in excess of
$6.2. MECAR's obligations under the bank agreement, after giving effect to the
1999 European reorganization of ARC Europe, are also supported by a guarantee
provided by Allied and by a pledge of the shares of the VSK Group.
MECAR received no advance payments under either of the two (2) FMS program
contracts received in 1999, nor do such contracts require advance payment
guarantees/performance bonds. MECAR has secured a $10 million line of credit
from one of the bank pool participants necessitated by the losses incurred in
1999 and the purchases required to process its backlog of orders.
MECAR has a mortgage loan with a foreign government agency which had an
outstanding balance of approximately $2.6 at December 31, 1999. Principal and
interest payments on the mortgage loan extend through January, 2004, and the
loan includes a prepayment penalty clause.
The VSK Group operated throughout 1999 primarily from cash generated from
operations. The purchase price for the acquisition of VIGITEC, S.A. came from
available cash. The VSK Group is obligated on several mortgages and other
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long-term obligations with December 31, 1999 balances aggregating $0.9. It is
also obligated on letters of credit required by a contract with a customer.
On January 1, 1999, eleven member countries of the European Union adopted
the euro as their common legal currency and established fixed conversion rates
between their existing sovereign currencies and the euro. The euro is currently
trading on currency exchanges and the legacy currencies will remain legal tender
in the participating countries for a transition period between January 1, 1999
and January 1, 2002. During the transition period, cash-less payments can be
made in the euro, and parties can elect to pay for goods and services and
transact business using either the euro or a legacy currency. Between January
1, 2002, and July 1, 2002, the participating countries will introduce euro notes
and coins and withdraw all legacy currencies so that they will no longer be
available.
Allied will continue to evaluate all issues involving introduction of the
euro as further accounting, tax and governmental legal and regulatory guidance
becomes available. Based on current information and Allied's current
assessment, Allied does not expect that the euro conversion will have a material
adverse effect on its business or financial condition. MECAR has adopted the
euro as its functional currency. The VSK Group continues to use the Belgium
Franc as its primary currency.
BRI operated throughout 1999 from cash generated from operations
supplemented by a credit facility and advances made by Allied. Allied
guaranteed BRI's obligations under the credit facility. The credit facility
consisted of a line of credit, which was increased to $6.6 in 1999, as well as
a cash collateralized letter of credit facility. At December 31, 1999, the line
of credit had an outstanding balance of $4.8. In connection with the sale of
BRI, the bank debt and all intercompany obligations of BRI to Allied were paid
in full prior to closing.
In September 1998, Allied's Board of Directors authorized the purchase of
up to 200,000 shares of Allied's common stock. To date, the Company has made
modest repurchases under the share repurchase program. The timing and size of
any future stock repurchases are subject to market conditions, stock prices,
Allied's cash position and other cash requirements going forward.
Allied's ability to cover its anticipated future operating and capital
requirements is dependent upon its ability to generate positive cash flow from
the operations of its subsidiaries, particularly the operations of MECAR.
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Capital Resources.
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Allied spent $2.3 in 1999 on capital equipment as compared with $2.2 in
1998 and $1.2 in 1997, respectively. The expenditures in 1999 were primarily
for facility upgrades and computer equipment. Management currently anticipates
that it will spend approximately $2.4 on capital expenditures in 2000 for
additional upgrades to the MECAR and VSK Group facilities and equipment.
Results of Operations.
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Allied had revenues from continuing operations of $59.0 in 1999 as compared
to $133.1 in 1998 and $123.9 in 1997, respectively. Allied incurred a loss of
$3.3 from continuing operations in 1999 compared to profits of $8.6 in 1998 and
$8.1 in 1997.
The following table sets forth, for the years ended December 31, 1999, 1998
and 1997, certain items from Allied's consolidated statements of operations
expressed as a percentage of revenue:
1999 1998 1997
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Revenue 100.0% 100.0% 100.0%
Costs and Expenses
Cost of sales 86.2 82.1 81.7
Selling and administrative 18.1 7.8 9.7
Research and development 2.9 1.2 1.2
Restructuring costs - - 0.8
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Operating (loss) income (7.2) 8.9 6.6
Other income (deductions)
Interest income 1.4 0.9 0.7
Interest expense (1.9) (1.0) (1.4)
Other - net 1.3 (0.6) 1.2
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(Loss) earnings before
discontinued operation and
income taxes (6.4) 8.2 7.1
Income tax (benefit) expense (0.8) 1.7 0.5
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(Loss) earnings from
continuing operations (5.6) 6.5 6.6
Discontinued operation (1.3) 0.3 0.3
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Net (Loss) Earnings (6.8) 6.8 6.9
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The following discussion of the components of the results of operations
applies to Allied as a whole unless reference is made to a particular segment.
Revenues
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Allied revenues from continuing operations for 1999 decreased $74.0, or
56%, from 1998 revenues. Revenues from continuing operations for 1998 increased
$9.1 or 7%, as compared to 1997.
Revenues By Segment
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($ Millions)
1999 1998 1997
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Amount % Amount % Amount %
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MECAR 38.5 65% $111.8 84% $107.5 87%
VSK 20.5 35% 21.3 16% 16.4 13%
MECAR's revenues for 1999 were only 35% of its revenues in 1998 and its
1998 revenues were approximately 4% greater than 1997 revenues.
In 1999, revenues at the VSK Group decreased approximately 4% from 1998
levels (if currency fluctuations are eliminated, 1999 VSK Group revenues were
essentially the same as 1998 revenues). In 1998, revenues at the VSK Group
increased approximately 30% over 1997 revenues.
Cost of Sales
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Cost of sales as a percentage of sales for 1999 was approximately 86%
compared with 82% for each of 1998 and 1997. The increased cost of sales was
primarily attributable to the rework of product performed at MECAR.
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Selling and Administrative Expenses
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Selling and general administrative expenses in 1999 were $0.4 (or 4%)
greater than those incurred in 1998 principally as a result of costs incurred in
the proxy solicitation contest.
Selling and general administrative expenses in 1998 were $1.7 (or 14%) less
than those incurred in 1997.
Research and Development
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Research and development costs incurred in 1999 increased by $0.07 (or 4%)
over 1998 levels.
Research and development costs incurred in 1998 increased by $0.1 (or 8%)
over 1997 levels.
Restructuring Costs
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Restructuring costs incurred by MECAR in 1997 were principally comprised of
workforce reductions. Such charges were incurred to reduce employment levels at
MECAR.
Interest Income
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Interest income decreased in 1999 by $0.3, or 28%, from 1998 levels,
principally due to decreased amounts of cash invested.
Interest income increased in 1998 by $0.3, or 28%, over 1997 levels,
principally due to increased cash.
Interest Expense
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Interest expense decreased in 1999 by $0.3, or 19%, compared to the amount
incurred in 1998, as a result of a decrease in the amount of bank fees paid by
MECAR, in part since the FMS contracts received by MECAR in 1999 did not require
performance bonds or advance payment letters of credit.
Interest expense decreased in 1998 by $0.3, or 20%, compared to the amount
incurred in 1997, as a result of a decrease in bank debt.
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Other - Net
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Other-net results were a $0.8 gain in 1999 and a $0.8 loss in 1998, largely
due to net currency gains and losses, respectively, at MECAR and VSK Group.
Other-net results in 1998 decreased by $2.3 compared to the amount incurred
in 1997 as a result of net currency losses.
Pre-Tax Profit (Loss) From Continuing Operations
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Pre-Tax Profit (Loss) By Segment
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($ Million)
1999 1998 1997
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MECAR $(7.7) $ 6.9 $ 8.6
VSK 4.2 4.5 2.0
Corporate and other (0.2) (0.5) (1.8)
MECAR's 1999 loss resulted from insufficient revenue and unanticipated
costs to rework products for certain customers. MECAR's 1998 pre-tax profit
decreased by 20% from 1997 levels notwithstanding that 1997 pre-tax profits were
adversely affected by approximately $1.0 in workforce reduction restructuring
costs. MECAR's results for 1997 were enhanced by a substantial systems
integration contract, which contracts typically provide higher profit margins
than traditional contracts.
The VSK Group's 1999 pre-tax profit decreased slightly ($0.3) from 1998
levels as a result of exchange rate fluctuations. The VSK Group's 1998 pre-tax
profit increased by 120% from its 1997 pre-tax profit principally due to
substantial growth in VSK Group revenue in 1998.
Income Taxes
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The Company reported a $0.5 tax benefit relating to continuing operations
in 1999 principally as a result of the deferred tax benefits of tax loss
carryforwards attributable to MECAR's 1999 operating losses, less Belgium taxes
attributable to
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the VSK Group's 1999 operations, an intercompany dividend and domestic tax
expenses.
The 1998 effective tax rate was 20.3%, primarily due to the utilization of
tax loss carryforwards at MECAR and the reduction of $0.9 in deferred and
accrued tax obligations in the United Kingdom that were favorably resolved in
1998.
The 1997 effective tax rate was 7.6% primarily due to the utilization of
tax loss carryforwards at MECAR.
Net Earnings (Loss) From Continuing Operations
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The Company had a $3.3 loss in 1999 from continuing operations compared
with a $8.6 profit in 1998.
The Company had a $8.6 profit in 1998 from continuing operations compared
with a $8.1 profit in 1997.
Discontinued Operation
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All results from the discontinued operation reported by Allied relate to
the operations of BRI and have been reported net of income tax expense/benefits.
The Company's 1999 loss from the discontinued operation of $0.7 is
comprised of BRI's 1999 operating loss, less related taxes. BRI reported net
income of $0.4, net of taxes, in each of 1998 and 1997.
Impact of Year 2000
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The year 2000 ("Y2K") issue arose out of the fact that many computer
programs were written using two digits to identify the applicable year rather
than four digits. It was feared that computer programs with date-sensitive
software or equipment with embedded date-sensitive technology might misinterpret
a two-digit code; for example, "00," entered in a date-field for the year
"2000," might be wrongly interpreted as the year "1900." This error could
result in system or equipment failures or miscalculations and disruptions of
operations.
During the last several years, Allied has spent approximately $0.25 to
address issues related to the Y2K problem. Such amounts were funded by cash
flow from operations, and did not have a material adverse effect on Allied.
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As of December 31, 1999, Allied has completed all aspects of its Y2K
readiness program and, through February 29, 2000, the Corporation has not
experienced any significant problems related to the Y2K issue.
Item 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk.
Interest Rate Sensitivity.
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Allied manages its debt and its available cash considering available
investment opportunities and risks, tax consequences and overall financing
strategies.
At year-end 1999, Allied had approximately $4.3 million of fixed-rate
indebtedness and approximately $0.6 million of variable-rate indebtedness.
Allied has not entered into any interest rate swaps or other derivatives with
respect to its indebtedness.
Cash available for investment is typically invested in short term funds,
which generally mature in 30 days or money-market funds. In general, such funds
are not subject to market risk because the interest paid on such funds
fluctuates with the prevailing interest rate. The carrying amounts approximate
market value. It is the Company's practice to hold these investments to
maturity.
Assuming year-end 1999 variable rate debt and cash available for
investment, a one percent change in interest rates would impact net interest
income by less than $99,000.
Exchange Rate Sensitivity.
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Allied maintains operations in several foreign countries. Virtually all of
the Company's revenue from continuing operations was derived from Allied's
operations outside the United States. Accordingly, exposure exists to
potentially adverse movement in foreign currency rates. Allied uses foreign
exchange forward contracts to hedge the risk of change in foreign currency
exchange rates associated with some, but not all, of its contracts in which the
expenses for providing services are incurred in currency other than the
functional currency of Allied's foreign subsidiaries or payments on contracts
are made by the customer in another currency. The objective of these contracts
is to hedge fixed obligations to reduce
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the effect of foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations on Allied's foreign
subsidiaries' operating results.
Additionally, Allied's consolidated financial statements are denominated in
U.S. dollars and, accordingly, changes in the exchange rates between the Allied
subsidiaries' local currency and the U.S. dollar will affect the translation of
such subsidiaries' financial results into U.S. dollars for purposes of reporting
the consolidated financial results. Allied does not hedge these matters because
cash-flows from international operations are generally re-invested locally. It
is estimated that a 10% change in foreign exchange rates would impact reported
operating results by less than $400,000.
Allied does not use derivative financial instruments for speculative
trading purposes, nor does Allied hedge its foreign currency exposure in a
manner that entirely offsets the effects of changes in foreign exchange rates.
Allied regularly reviews its hedging program and may as part of this review
determine at any time to change its hedging program.
Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data.
The financial statements required by this item are set forth following the
signature pages hereof.
See Note T to Allied's consolidated financial statements for supplementary
quarterly financial data required by this item.
Item 9. Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and
Financial Disclosures.
There were no disagreements on any matter of accounting principles,
financial statement disclosure or auditing scope or procedure to be reported
under this item.
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PART III
Item 10. Directors and Executive Officers of Allied.
Directors.
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The following are the directors of Allied:
W. Glenn Yarborough, Jr., age 59 became a director of Allied in September,
1999 at which time he was also elected chief executive officer of Allied. He
has served as president and chief operating officer since July, 1998, as vice
president since January, 1995 and as Vice President of a subsidiary of Allied
since February, 1993. Previously, he served as director of business development
of Grumman Corporation, a defense company. Mr. Yarborough also serves as a
director of BRI, Limited and the VSK Group.
J. R. Sculley, age 59, became a director of Allied in 1991. He served as
chairman of the board and chief executive officer from December, 1992 until
September, 1999; from April 1992 until December 1992 he served as president and
chief operating officer of Allied. Between 1989 and April, 1992, Mr. Sculley
was Director of Advanced Studies and Technologies of Grumman Corporation, a
defense company, and, prior thereto, was Assistant Secretary of the Army
(Research, Development and Acquisition).
Clifford C. Christ, age 52, became a director of Allied in 1993. He has
been the president and chief executive officer of NavCom Defense Electronics,
Inc., a defense electronics company, since 1988.
Robert W. Hebel, age 76, became a director of Allied in early 1996.
Throughout the last five years, Mr. Hebel has been a private investor.
Harry H. Warner, age 64, became a director of Allied in early 1996.
Throughout the last five years, Mr. Warner has been a self-employed financial
consultant, investor and real estate developer. He is also a director of
Chesapeake Corporation, Pulaski Furniture Corporation and Virginia Management
Investment Corporation.
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Executive Officers.
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The following is the sole executive officer of Allied:
W. Glenn Yarborough, Jr., age 59, became a director of Allied in September,
1999 at which time he was also elected chief executive officer of Allied. He
has also served as president and chief operating officer since July 1998, as
vice president since January, 1995 and as Vice President of a subsidiary of
Allied since February, 1993. Previously, he served as director of business
development of Grumman Corporation, a defense company. Mr. Yarborough also
serves as a director of BRI, Limited and the VSK Group.
Item 11. Executive Compensation
Compensation of Directors and Executive Officers.
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The following table sets forth information concerning all compensation paid
for services rendered in all capacities to Allied and its subsidiaries during
the years ended December 31, 1999, 1998 and 1997, to the chief executive officer
of Allied and to other executive officers of Allied whose total annual salary
and bonus exceeds $100,000:
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SUMMARY COMPENSATION TABLE
Long Term Compensation
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Annual Compensation Awards Payouts
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Securities
Other Annual Restricted Stock Underlying LTIP Payouts Compensation
Name and Principal Position Year Salary ($) Bonus ($)/1/ Compensation ($) Award(s) ($) Options/SARs (#) ($) ($)/2/
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W. Glenn Yarborough, Jr., 1999 $200,000
President; Chief Executive
Officer since September,
1999
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1998 $197,000 $ 61,312
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1997 $183,000 $108,000
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J. R. Sculley, Chief 1999 $290,000 $400,000
Executive Officer until
September, 1999
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1998 $275,000 $ 68,125
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1997 $245,000 $120,000
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/1/ Messrs. Sculley and Yarborough were awarded bonuses of (i) $68,125 and
$61,312 respectively, for 1998 performance, payable in 1999 in stock and/or
cash, and (ii) $120,000 and $108,000, respectively, for 1997 performance,
payable in 1998 in stock and/or cash. These performance awards were paid as
follows - Mr. Sculley was awarded 5,548 shares of stock and cash bonuses of
$30,329 and $53,424, respectively, and Mr. Yarborough was awarded 9,000 shares
of Company stock in each of February, 1999 and March, 1998. The shares issued in
February, 1999 had a market value of $6.8125 per share on the date of grant; and
the shares issued in March, 1998 had a market value of $12.00 per share on the
date of grant.
/2/ Mr. Sculley is entitled to post-employment payments of $80,000 per year for
a five (5) year period.
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Aggregated Option/SAR Exercises in Last Fiscal Year
and FY-End Option/SAR Value
Number of Securities Underlying Value of Unexercised In-the-Money
Unexercised Options/SARs at FY-End (#) Options/SARs at FY-End ($) /1/
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Shares
Acquired on Value
Name Exercise (#) Realized ($) Exercisable/Unexercisable /2/ Exercisable/Unexercisable
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W. Glenn Yarborough 4,200 $10,238 14,000 / 0 0 / 0
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/1/ Based on the Closing price of the Company's stock of $6.9375 on December 31,
1999.
/2/ Mr. Yarborough exercised his option to acquire these shares in March 2000.
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Director Compensation
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Directors who are employees of Allied receive no additional compensation
for serving as a director.
Each non-employee director (an "Outside Director") is compensated for
service as a director, including as a member of committees of the Board, at the
rate of $1,000 per month; an award of 1,000 shares of Common Stock on each July
1; $1,000 for each Board meeting in excess of four (4) personally attended
during each calendar year; $500 for each committee meeting attended which is
not held in conjunction with a Board meeting; and $250 for each teleconference
Board meeting in excess of two (2) in which a director participates during each
calendar year).
In 1992, the Board of Directors of Allied adopted the Allied Research
Corporation Outside Directors Retirement Plan (the "Directors Retirement Plan")
to provide retirement benefits for long-standing Outside Directors. Under the
Directors Retirement Plan, Outside Directors are eligible for a retirement
benefit if they retire form the Board and have served as a member of the Board
for a minimum of five (5) years. An eligible Outside Director who retires from
the Board is entitled to receive, commencing on the last day of the first month
following the month in which the director attains age seventy (70), monthly
payments equal to the monthly cash compensation received from Allied at the time
the director terminated service in such capacity. Such payments will cease upon
the earlier of the expiration of a period of time equivalent to the period of
time the director served as a member of the Board or the death of the director.
In the event that a director has breached any fiduciary or legal duty Allied,
the director will forfeit any right to payment of benefits under the Directors
Retirement Plan. The Directors Retirement Plan is administered by the Board of
Directors. In September, 1999, the Board of Directors agreed that no further
benefits would accrue under the plan to current or future Outside Directors.
In 1991, the Board of Directors of Allied adopted the Allied Research
Corporation Outside Directors Stock Option Plan (the "Directors Option Plan") by
which Allied may grant options for up to 208,000 shares of Allied's Common Stock
to its Outside Directors (which amount includes the 5% stock dividend paid on
November 6, 1992). None of the options granted pursuant to the Directors Option
Plan are intended to qualify as incentive stock options under Sections 422
through 424 of the Internal Revenue Code. The purpose of the Directors Option
Plan is to advance the interest of Allied by providing its Outside Directors
with
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financial incentives in the form of non-statutory stock options in order to
attract, retain and motivate such Outside Directors. Options for an aggregate of
75,000 shares were granted under the Directors Option Plan in 1996 to Allied's
Outside Directors; no such options were awarded in 1997, 1998 or 1999.
Employment Contract and Change-In-Control Arrangements
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W. Glenn Yarborough, Jr. and Allied have entered into an Employment
Agreement (the "Yarborough Agreement") which extends through July, 2000, and is
automatically renewable from year to year thereafter unless either Allied or Mr.
Yarborough gives the other timely notice of its or his intent not to renew. Mr.
Yarborough is entitled to receive base compensation of $200,000 per calendar
year. The Yarborough Agreement further provides that in the event Mr.
Yarborough ceases to serve in any capacity as an officer of the Company as a
result of a voluntary or involuntary termination within a period of twelve (12)
months following a change in control, Mr. Yarborough shall be entitled to a lump
sum payment equal to the aggregate amount of compensation payable to Mr.
Yarborough throughout the remaining term of the Yarborough Agreement. For a
period of five (5) years following the expiration of Mr. Yarborough's
employment, he has agreed to provide consulting services to the Company for
annual compensation of $55,000.
Mr. Sculley's employment with Allied terminated in September, 1999. He is
entitled to be paid at the rate of his former salary ($290,000 per year) through
August, 2000. He is also entitled to post-employment payments of $80,000 per
year for a five (5) year period. Such amounts are subject to acceleration upon
a change of control of Allied.
In June, 1991, the Board of Directors of Allied adopted the Preferred Share
Purchase Rights Agreement (the "Agreement"). The Agreement provides each
stockholder of record on a dividend distribution one "right" for each
outstanding share of Allied's common stock. Rights become exercisable at the
earlier of ten days following: (1) a public announcement that an acquirer has
purchased or has the right to acquire 10% or more of Allied's common stock, or
(2) the commencement of a tender offer which would result in an offeror
beneficially owning 30% or more of the outstanding common stock of Allied. All
rights held by an acquirer or offeror expire on the announced acquisition date,
and all rights expire at the close of business on June 20, 2001. Each right
entitles a stockholder to acquire at a stated purchase price, 1/100 of a share
of Allied's preferred stock which carries voting and dividend rights similar to
one share of its common stock.
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Alternatively, a right holder may elect to purchase for the stated price an
equivalent number of shares of Allied's common stock (or in certain
circumstances, cash, property or other securities of Allied) at a price per
share equal to one-half of the average market price for a specified period. In
lieu of the purchase price, a right holder may elect to acquire one-half of the
common stock available under the second option. The purchase price of the
preferred stock fractional amount is subject to adjustment for certain events as
described in the Agreement. At the discretion of a majority of the Board and
within a specified time period, Allied may redeem all of the rights at a price
of $.01 per right. The Board may also amend any provisions of the Agreement
prior to exercise.
Compensation Committee Interlocks and Insider Participation
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The Compensation Committee of Allied during the fiscal year ended December
31, 1999 consisted of Messrs. Earl P. Smith (until his resignation from the
Board of Directors in September, 1999), Robert W. Hebel and Harry H. Warner.
None of such individuals has served as an officer or employee of Allied nor is
there any other relationship between any member of the Compensation Committee
and Allied which is required to be disclosed under applicable regulations.
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Item 12. Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management.
The following information is furnished with respect to any person who is
known to Allied to be the beneficial owner of more than five percent (5%) of its
Common Stock and is based upon the most recent filings made by the undersigned
with the Securities and Exchange Commission:
Title of Name and Address of Amount and nature of
Class Beneficial Owner Beneficial Ownership Percent of Class/1/
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Common FMR Corp./2/ 473,000 9.7%
82 Devonshire Street Owned directly
Boston, MA 02109
Common Dimensional Fund 339,600 7.0%
Advisor, Inc./3/ Owned directly
1299 Ocean Avenue
11th Floor
Santa Monica, CA 90401
Common Kahn Capital 334,500 6.8%
Management, LLC/4/ Owned directly
8910 University Center
Lane, Suite 570
San Diego, CA 92122
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/1/ Based upon 4,856,722 shares of common stock outstanding plus 26,750 shares
which may be acquired within 60 days pursuant to outstanding stock options.
/2/ FMR Corp. and its wholly-owned subsidiary, Fidelity Management & Research
Company ("Fidelity"), Edward C. Johnson, 3rd and Abigail P. Johnson, jointly
filed an amended Schedule 13G with the SEC on February 11, 2000. This Schedule
13G states that Fidelity Low-Priced Stock Fund owned 473,000 shares of Common
Stock as of December 31, 1999.
/3/ Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. ("Dimensional"), a registered investment
advisor, filed an amended Schedule 13G with the SEC on February 3, 2000. This
Schedule 13G states that Dimensional is deemed to have beneficial ownership of
339,600 shares, all of which shares are owned by advisory clients of
Dimensional. Dimensional disclaims beneficial ownership of all such shares.
/4/ Kahn Capital Management, LLC ("Kahn") filed a Schedule 13G with the SEC on
November 23, 1999. This Schedule 13G states that Kahn Capital Partners, L.P., a
limited partnership of which Kahn is the general partner, owned 334,500 shares
of Common Stock as of December 31, 1999.
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The following information is furnished as of March 3, 2000, with respect to
the beneficial ownership by management of Allied's Common Stock:
Title of Name and Address of Amount and nature of
Class Beneficial Owner Beneficial Ownership Percent of Class/1/
- -------- ------------------- -------------------- -------------------
Common Harry H. Warner 12,000 *
Owned directly
Common Clifford C. Christ 27,000 *
Owned directly
Common Robert W. Hebel 9,625 *
Owned directly
Common J. R. Sculley 92,400 1.9%
Owned directly
Common W. Glenn Yarborough 115,020 2.4%
Owned directly
Common All executive officers 256,045 5.2%
and directors as a Owned directly
group(5)
Allied is aware of no arrangement the operation of which may at a
subsequent date result in a change in control of Allied.
Item 13. Certain Relationships and Related Transactions.
None.
PART IV
Item 14. Exhibits, Financial Statement Schedules and Reports on Form 8-K.
For the purposes of complying with the amendments to the rules governing
Form S-8 under the Securities Act of 1933, the undersigned registrant hereby
- ----------
/1/ Based upon 4,856,722 shares of common stock outstanding plus 26,750 shares
which may be acquired within 60 days pursuant to outstanding stock options.
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undertakes as follows, which undertaking shall be incorporated by reference into
Allied's Registration Statements on Form S-8:
Insofar as indemnification for liabilities arising under the Securities Act
of 1933 may be permitted to directors, officers and controlling persons of the
registrant pursuant to the foregoing provisions, or otherwise, the registrant
has been advised that in the opinion of the Securities and Exchange Commission
such indemnification is unenforceable. In the event that a claim for
indemnification against such liabilities (other than the payment by Allied of
expenses incurred or paid by a director, officer or controlling person of the
registrant in the successful defense of any action, suit or proceeding) is
asserted by such director, officer or controlling person in connection with the
securities being registered, Allied will, unless in the opinion of its counsel
the matter has been settled by controlling precedent, submit to a court of
appropriate jurisdiction the question whether such indemnification by it is
against public policy as expressed in the Act and will be governed by the final
adjudication of such issue.
(a)(1) Financial Statements:
--------------------
Report of Independent Certified Public F-3
Accountants
Consolidated Balance Sheets at December 31, F-4
1999 and 1998
Consolidated Statements of Operations for F-6
the three years ended December 31, 1999
Consolidated Statements of Stockholders' F-7
Equity for the three years ended
December 31, 1999
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows F-8
for the three years ended December 31, 1999
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements F-10
(a)(2) Financial Statement Schedules:
-----------------------------
The following financial statement schedules are included in Part IV of this
report:
(a)(2)(a) As of December 31, 1999 and 1998
and for the three years ended December 31, 1999.
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Schedule I - Condensed
Financial Information of Allied F-30
Schedule II - Valuation
and Qualifying Accounts F-33
(a)(3) Exhibits:
--------
Exhibit 3 - Certificate of Incorporation, as
amended (Incorporated by reference from Form 10-K
filed in March, 1992); Restated By-Laws (Incorporated
by reference from Form 10-Q filed in July, 1999).
Exhibit 10 - (a) Executive Employment Agreement
between Allied Research Corporation and W. Glenn
Yarborough, Jr. (Incorporated by reference from
Form 10-K filed in March, 1995.)
Exhibit 21 - List of Subsidiaries E-3
Exhibit 23 - Consent of Independent Certified E-4
Public Accountants
(b) Reports on Form 8-K:
-------------------
No reports on Form 8-K were filed during the Fourth quarter of 1999.
Supplemental Information to be Furnished with Reports Filed Pursuant to
Section 15(d) of the Act by Registrants Which Have Not Registered Securities
Pursuant to Section 12 of the Act.
No annual report or proxy material has as yet been sent to Allied's
stockholders, although it is expected that an annual report and proxy material
will be furnished to Allied's stockholders subsequent to the filing of this Form
10-K.
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities
Exchange Act of 1934, Allied has duly caused this report to be signed on its
behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
Allied Research Corporation
By: /s/ W. Glenn Yarborough, Jr.
------------------------------
W. Glenn Yarborough, Jr.,
Chief Executive Officer
Date: March 22, 2000
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this
report has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of Allied and in
the capacities and on the dates indicated.
By: /s/ W. Glenn Yarborough, Jr.
------------------------------
W. Glenn Yarborough, Jr.,
Chief Financial Officer
Date: March 22, 2000
**********
/s/ Robert W. Hebel
----------------------------------
Robert W. Hebel, Director
Date: March 22, 2000
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/s/ Clifford C. Christ
----------------------------------
Clifford C. Christ, Director
Date: March 22, 2000
/s/ W. Glenn Yarborough Jr.
----------------------------------
W. Glenn Yarborough, Jr., Director
Date: March 22, 2000
/s/ J. R. Sculley
----------------------------------
J. R. Sculley, Director
Date: March 22, 2000
/s/ Harry H. Warner
----------------------------------
Harry H. Warner, Director
Date: March 22, 2000
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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SCHEDULES
December 31, 1999
FORMING A PART OF
ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO
THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
FORM 10-K
OF
Allied Research Corporation
Allied Research Corporation
INDEX TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SCHEDULES
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Page
Report of Independent Certified Public Accountants F - 3
Consolidated Balance Sheets at December 31, 1999 and 1998 F - 4
Consolidated Statements of Operations for the three years ended December 31, 1999 F - 6
Consolidated Statements of Stockholders' Equity for the three years ended December 31, 1999 F - 7
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the three years ended December 31, 1999 F - 8
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements F - 10
Schedules as of and for the three years ended December 31, 1999
Schedule I - Condensed Financial Information of Registrant F - 30
Schedule II -Valuation and Qualifying Accounts F - 33
REPORT OF INDEPENDENT CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS
--------------------------------------------------
Board of Directors
Allied Research Corporation
We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Allied Research
Corporation and subsidiaries as of December 31, 1999 and 1998 and the related
consolidated statements of operations, stockholders' equity and cash flows for
each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 1999. These financial
statements are the responsibility of the Company's management. Our
responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on
our audits.
We conducted our audits in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted
in the United States. Those standards require that we plan and perform the
audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are
free of material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis,
evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. An
audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant
estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial
statement presentation. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis
for our opinion.
In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in
all material respects, the consolidated financial position of Allied Research
Corporation and subsidiaries as of December 31, 1999 and 1998, and the
consolidated results of their operations and their consolidated cash flows for
each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 1999 in conformity with
accounting principles generally accepted in the United States.
We have also audited Schedules I and II for each of the three years in the
period ended December 31, 1999. In our opinion, these schedules present fairly,
in all material respects, the information required to be set forth therein.
/s/ Grant Thornton LLP
- ----------------------
Baltimore, Maryland
February 14, 2000
Allied Research Corporation
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
December 31,
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ASSETS
1999 1998
---- ----
CURRENT ASSETS
Cash and equivalents (note A) $ 5,967,854 $ 10,232,656
Restricted cash (notes C and F) 4,508,082 14,013,905
Accounts receivable (notes A and D) 9,278,078 21,061,211
Costs and accrued earnings on
uncompleted contracts (note A) 14,109,419 20,886,607
Inventories (note A) 3,518,870 3,422,303
Prepaid expenses (note E) 972,528 9,593,798
Net assets of discontinued operation 4,198,644 5,438,316
----------- ------------
Total current assets 42,553,475 84,648,796
PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT - AT COST
(notes A and H)
Buildings and improvements 11,189,215 12,439,745
Machinery and equipment 27,197,414 30,459,300
----------- ------------
38,386,629 42,899,045
Less accumulated depreciation 29,241,906 32,173,249
----------- ------------
9,144,723 10,725,796
Land 1,116,993 1,298,091
----------- ------------
10,261,716 12,023,887
OTHER ASSETS
Intangibles, less accumulated amortization of
$2,326,247 and $2,077,571 in 1999 and 1998,
respectively (note A) 4,255,332 4,217,183
Deferred taxes 2,923,464 562,919
Other 136,944 181,962
----------- ------------
7,315,740 4,962,064
----------- ------------
$60,130,931 $101,634,747
=========== ============
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial
statements.
F-4
Allied Research Corporation
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS - CONTINUED
December 31,
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LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
1999 1998
---- ----
CURRENT LIABILITIES
Notes payable $ 608,624 $ -
Current maturities of long-term debt 1,224,552 1,255,221
Accounts payable 10,757,295 25,216,247
Accrued liabilities 2,810,355 4,054,308
Accrued losses on contracts (note G) 172,572 175,470
Customer deposits 492,842 16,067,023
Income taxes 664,521 748,795
----------- ------------
Total current liabilities 16,730,761 47,517,064
LONG-TERM DEBT, less current maturities (note H) 3,080,605 4,153,833
CONTINGENCIES AND COMMITMENTS (notes I, J, L and N) - -
STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY (note L)
Preferred stock, no par value; authorized, 10,000
shares; none issued - -
Common stock, par value, $.10 per share; authorized
10,000,000 shares; issued and outstanding, 4,836,722
in 1999 and 4,757,174 in 1998 483,672 475,717
Capital in excess of par value 13,906,739 13,391,099
Retained earnings 31,083,628 35,111,909
Accumulated other comprehensive (loss) income (5,154,474) 985,125
----------- ------------
40,319,565 49,963,850
----------- ------------
$60,130,931 $101,634,747
=========== ============
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial
statements.
F-5
Allied Research Corporation
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
Years ended December 31,
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1999 1998 1997
---- ---- ----
Revenue (notes A and M) $59,032,607 $133,078,127 $123,934,525
Cost and expenses
Cost of sales 50,863,772 109,283,912 101,293,273
Selling and administrative 10,756,462 10,340,218 12,033,615
Research and development 1,686,008 1,614,050 1,488,396
Restructuring costs (note Q) - - 977,267
----------- ------------ ------------
63,306,242 121,238,180 115,792,551
----------- ------------ ------------
Operating (loss) income (4,273,635) 11,839,947 8,141,974
Other income (deductions)
Interest income 835,496 1,159,011 902,550
Interest expense (1,102,312) (1,352,862) (1,691,491)
Other - net (note O) 782,781 (815,028) 1,466,351
----------- ------------ ------------
515,965 (1,008,879) 677,410
----------- ------------ ------------
(Loss) earnings before discontinued operation and
income taxes (3,757,670) 10,831,068 8,819,384
Income tax (benefit) expense (notes A and P) (475,803) 2,202,038 672,954
----------- ------------ ------------
(Loss) earnings from continuing operations (3,281,867) 8,629,030 8,146,430
Discontinued operation
(Loss) income on operations of engineering and technical
segment, less income tax benefit of $409,330 in 1999, and
income tax expense of $308,130 in 1998 and $288,200 in 1997
(note B) (746,414) 436,608 418,358
----------- ------------ ------------
NET (LOSS) EARNINGS $(4,028,281) $ 9,065,638 $ 8,564,788
=========== ============ ============
(Loss) earnings per share (note R):
Basic
Continuing operations $(.68) $1.83 $1.79
Discontinued operation (.16) .09 .09
----- ----- -----
Net (loss) income $(.84) $1.92 $1.88
===== ===== =====
Diluted
Continuing operations $(.68) $1.81 $1.76
Discontinued operation (.16) .09 .09
----- ----- -----
Net (loss) income $(.84) $1.90 $1.85
===== ===== =====
Weighted average number of common shares:
Basic 4,818,857 4,722,303 4,543,874
=========== ============ ============
Diluted 4,818,857 4,765,207 4,626,602
=========== ============ ============
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial
statements.
F-6
Allied Research Corporation
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
Years ended December 31, 1999, 1998 and 1997
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Common Stock
Preferred ------------------- Capital Accumulated Total
stock no $.10 in excess Retained other comprehensive stockholders'
par value Shares par value of par value earnings income (loss) equity
---------- ------ --------- ------------ --------- ------------------- -------------
Balance at January 1, 1997 $ - 4,443,092 $444,309 $10,846,303 $17,481,483 $ 2,674,546 $ 31,446,641
Common stock awards - 52,746 5,275 516,185 - - 521,460
Employee stock purchase plan purchases - 112,383 11,238 738,033 - - 749,271
Comprehensive income (loss)
Net earnings for the year - - - - 8,564,788 - -
Currency translation adjustment - - - - - (4,387,705) -
Total comprehensive income - - - - - - 4,177,083
--- --------- -------- ----------- ----------- ----------- ------------
Balance at December 31, 1997 - 4,608,221 460,822 12,100,521 26,046,271 (1,713,159) 36,894,455
Common stock awards - 57,448 5,745 683,631 - - 689,376
Employee stock purchase plan purchases - 94,505 9,450 628,172 - - 637,622
Retirement of common stock - (3,000) (300) (21,225) - - (21,525)
Comprehensive income
Net earnings for the year - - - - 9,065,638 - -
Currency translation adjustment - - - - - 2,698,284 -
Total comprehensive income - - - - - - 11,763,922
--- --------- -------- ----------- ----------- ----------- ------------
Balance at December 31, 1998 - 4,757,174 475,717 13,391,099 35,111,909 985,125 49,963,850
Common stock awards - 66,048 6,605 440,597 - - 447,202
Employee stock purchase plan purchases - 36,100 3,610 209,319 - - 212,929
Retirement of common stock - (22,600) (2,260) (134,276) - - (136,536)
Comprehensive loss
Net loss for the year - - - - (4,028,281) - -
Currency translation adjustment - - - - - (6,139,599) -
Total comprehensive loss - - - - - - (10,167,880)
--- --------- -------- ----------- ----------- ----------- ------------
Balance at December 31, 1999 $ - 4,836,722 $483,672 $13,906,739 $31,083,628 $(5,154,474) $ 40,319,565
=== ========= ======== =========== =========== =========== ============
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial
statements.
F-7
Allied Research Corporation
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
Years ended December 31,
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Increase (decrease) in cash and equivalents 1999 1998 1997
---- ---- ----
Cash flows from (used in) operating activities
Net (loss) earnings for the year $ (4,028,281) $ 9,065,638 $ 8,564,788
Adjustments to reconcile net (loss) earnings to net cash
from continuing operating activities
Depreciation and amortization 2,136,214 2,104,370 2,199,393
Loss (income) from discontinued operation 746,414 (436,608) (418,358)
(Gain) loss on sale of fixed assets (45,808) - -
Deferred income taxes (2,578,217) (1,263,193) 1,253,353
Provision for estimated losses on contracts (159,795) 200,938 (80,012)
Common stock awards 447,202 689,376 521,460
Changes in assets and liabilities
Accounts receivable 9,190,965 16,609,921 (29,790,088)
Cost and accrued earnings on
uncompleted contracts 4,098,209 (12,070,920) 4,929,969
Inventories (609,352) 3,800,770 (803,742)
Prepaid expenses and other assets 7,830,017 (5,865,649) (632,718)
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities (11,630,667) (10,122,052) 18,120,997
Customer deposits (14,145,053) 8,243,361 (2,455,302)
Income taxes (634,944) (402,161) 110,020
------------ ------------ ------------
(5,354,815) 1,488,153 (7,045,028)
------------ ------------ ------------
Net cash (used in) provided by continuing
operating activities (9,383,096) 10,553,791 1,519,760
Cash flows from (used in) investing activities
Capital expenditures (2,256,305) (2,211,019) (1,178,357)
Proceeds from sale of fixed assets 519,866 - -
Acquisition of intangible assets (924,680) - -
Restricted cash and restricted deposits 9,505,823 (5,286,719) 11,388,814
------------ ------------ ------------
Net cash provided by (used in) investing
activities 6,844,704 (7,497,738) 10,210,457
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial
statements.
F-8
Allied Research Corporation
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS - CONTINUED
Years ended December 31,
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1999 1998 1997
---- ---- ----
Cash flows from (used in) financing activities
Net increase (decrease) in short-term borrowings 1,286,882 74,050 (2,717,150)
Principal payments on long-term debt (982,207) (1,156,694) (11,980,144)
Proceeds from issuance of long-term debt 153,403 1,653,127 -
Retirement of common stock (136,536) (21,525) -
Proceeds from employee stock purchases 212,929 637,622 749,271
----------- ----------- ------------
Net cash provided by (used in)
financing activities 534,471 (446,547) (13,948,023)
Cash flows provided by (used in) discontinued operation
493,258 (1,687,675) 388,618
Effects of exchange rates on cash (2,754,139) 1,638,721 (3,216,509)
----------- ----------- ------------
Net (decrease) increase in cash
and equivalents (4,264,802) 2,540,552 (5,045,697)
Cash and equivalents at beginning of year 10,232,656 7,692,104 12,737,801
----------- ----------- ------------
Cash and equivalents at end of year $ 5,967,854 $10,232,656 $ 7,692,104
=========== =========== ============
Supplemental Disclosures of Cash Flow Information:
- -------------------------------------------------
Cash paid during the year for
Interest $ 1,255,594 $ 1,352,548 $ 2,681,569
Income taxes 1,719,500 4,429,842 2,140,896
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial
statements.
F-9
Allied Research Corporation
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
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NOTE A - SUMMARY OF ACCOUNTING POLICIES
A summary of significant accounting policies consistently applied in the
preparation of the accompanying consolidated financial statements follows.
Basis of Presentation
---------------------
The consolidated financial statements of the Company include the accounts of
Allied Research Corporation (Allied), a Delaware corporation, and its wholly-
owned subsidiaries, ARC Europe, S. A. (ARC Europe), a Belgian company, Barnes &
Reinecke, Inc. (BRI), a Delaware corporation (which discontinued operations)
and Allied Research Corporation Limited (Limited), a United Kingdom company.
ARC Europe includes its wholly-owned subsidiaries Mecar S.A. (Mecar) and the
VSK Group of companies. Mecar includes a related Belgian subsidiary, Sedachim,
S.I. The VSK Group is comprised of Tele Technique Generale, I.D.C.S., N.V. and
VSK Electronics N.V. and its wholly-owned subsidiaries, Belgian Automation
Units, N.V. and Vigitec S.A. (Vigitec), which was acquired in a purchase
transaction on December 14, 1999. The acquisition costs have been allocated to
intangibles at December 31, 1999. Vigitec's assets, liabilities and the
results of its operations for the period since its acquisition were not
significant and have not been reflected in the accompanying financial
statements; such assets, liabilities and operations will be consolidated
effective January 1, 2000.
Significant intercompany transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.
Business Operations and Segments
--------------------------------
The Companies operate primarily in the United States and Belgium. During 1999,
sixty-five percent of Allied's business activity was in the development and
production of ammunitions and weapons systems in Belgium with sales to
customers in Asia, the Middle East and Europe. Thirty-five percent of the
business activity is developing, manufacturing, distributing and servicing
industrial security products in Belgium with industrial customers throughout
Europe. A description of the business segments and operations of each company
follows.
Corporate
---------
Allied provides management services to its wholly-owned subsidiaries. Allied
has no direct domestic operating assets or business activity. Limited, which
was formerly engaged in the marketing of military hardware, is inactive. ARC
Europe has no direct operating assets or business activity and serves as a
Belgian holding company.
Product Sales
-------------
Mecar is primarily engaged in the development and production of ammunitions
and weapons systems. Mecar derives substantially all of its revenue,
primarily on fixed price contracts, from direct and indirect sales to foreign
governments, including new U.S. Government sponsored foreign military sales
contracts and subcontracts.
Security Systems and Services
-----------------------------
The VSK Group develops, manufactures, distributes and services an integrated
line of industrial security products, including devices such as building
access control, intrusion detection, fire detection and alarm systems.
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Allied Research Corporation
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - CONTINUED
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NOTE A - SUMMARY OF ACCOUNTING POLICIES - Continued
Engineering and Technical
-------------------------
(Discontinued Operation)
BRI provides engineering and technical support services and sells directly and
indirectly primarily to United States Military Agencies, other defense
contractors, foreign governments and industry. Allied entered into a contract
to sell BRI in the latter part of 1999 and its operation has been reflected as
a discontinued operation.
Foreign Currency Translation
----------------------------
The assets and liabilities of Mecar, the VSK Group and Limited are translated
into U.S. dollars at year-end exchange rates. Resulting translation gains and
losses are accumulated in a separate component of stockholders' equity. Income
and expense items are converted into U.S. dollars at average rates of exchange
prevailing during the year. Foreign currency transaction gains and losses are
credited or charged directly to operations.
Revenue and Cost Recognition
----------------------------
Revenues under fixed price contracts are recognized on the percentage-of-
completion method measured by costs incurred to total estimated costs.
Provision for estimated losses on contracts are recorded when identified.
Revenues under cost-plus-fixed-fee and time and material contracts are
recognized on the basis of costs incurred during the period plus the fee
earned. As contracts extend over one or more years, revisions in costs and
earnings estimated during the course of the work are reflected in the
accounting period in which the facts which require the revision become known.
Costs and accrued profits on uncompleted fixed price contracts with foreign
governments and direct and indirect U.S. Government foreign military sales
contracts, which are billable upon completion, are carried as costs and accrued
earnings on uncompleted contracts.
Revenues from the sale of fire and security systems are recognized when the
installation is completed, less a provision for anticipated service costs.
Security system maintenance contract revenues are recognized over the term of
the contract on a straight-line basis.
Use of Estimates
----------------
In preparing financial statements in conformity with accounting principles
generally accepted in the United States, management is required to make
estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and
liabilities and the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date
of the financial statements and revenue and expenses during the reporting
period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
Inventories
-----------
Inventories which consist primarily of raw materials, are stated principally at
the lower of cost or market. Cost is determined principally by the first-in,
first-out method.
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Allied Research Corporation
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - CONTINUED
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NOTE A - SUMMARY OF ACCOUNTING POLICIES - Continued
Property, Plant and Equipment
-----------------------------
Depreciation is provided for in amounts sufficient to relate the cost of
depreciable assets to operations over their estimated service lives, primarily
on a straight-line basis. Accelerated depreciation methods are used for tax
purposes on certain assets. The estimated service lives used in determining
depreciation are as follows:
Buildings 20 - 30 years
Machinery and equipment 3 - 10 years
Maintenance and repairs are charged to expense as incurred; additions and
betterments are capitalized. Upon retirement or sale, the cost and related
accumulated depreciation of the disposed assets are removed and any resulting
gain or loss is credited or charged to operations.
Intangibles
-----------
Intangibles represent costs in excess of net assets acquired in connection with
businesses acquired and are being amortized to operations on a straight-line
basis over twenty years. The recoverability of carrying values of intangible
assets is evaluated on a recurring basis. The primary indicators are current
or forecasted profitability of the related business. There have been no
adjustments to the carrying values of intangible assets resulting from these
evaluations.
Derivative Financial Instruments
--------------------------------
Derivative financial instruments are utilized by the Company to hedge certain
sales and purchase contracts. The Company does not hold or issue derivative
financial instruments for trading or speculative purposes.
Currency gains and losses on contracts designated as hedges of foreign currency
commitments are deferred and recognized when the measurement of the related
foreign currency transactions are recognized.
Stock-Based Compensation
------------------------
Compensation costs for stock options is measured as the excess, if any, of the
quoted market price of the Company's stock at the date of grant over the amount
an employee must pay to acquire the stock. Compensation cost for stock awards
is recorded based on the quoted market value of the Company's stock at the time
of grant.
Research and Development
------------------------
Costs incurred in research and development activities are charged to operations
as incurred.
Warranties
----------
The Company grants warranties on certain ammunition products for periods
varying from one to five years. Provision is made for estimated losses arising
from warranty claims as incurred. Provision is made for estimated warranty
costs on the sale of security systems at the time of the sale.
Income Taxes
------------
Income taxes are provided based on the liability method for financial reporting
purposes. Deferred and prepaid taxes are provided for on temporary differences
in the basis of assets and liabilities which are recognized in different
periods for financial and tax reporting purposes.
F-12
Allied Research Corporation
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - CONTINUED
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
NOTE A - SUMMARY OF ACCOUNTING POLICIES - Continued
Earnings Per Common Share
-------------------------
Basic earnings (loss) per share amounts have been computed based on the average
number of common shares outstanding. Diluted earnings (loss) per share reflects
the increase in average common shares outstanding that would result from the
assumed exercise of outstanding options, calculated using the treasury stock
method, unless they are anti-dilutive.
Statement of Cash Flows
-----------------------
For purposes of the Statement of Cash Flows, the Company considers all highly
liquid debt instruments purchased with a maturity of three months or less to be
cash equivalents.
Reclassifications
-----------------
Certain items in the 1998 and 1997 financial statements have been reclassified
to conform to the current presentation.
Newly Issued Accounting Standards
---------------------------------
In June 1998, SFAS No. 133, Accounting for Derivative Instruments and Hedging
Activities, was issued and as amended by SFAS No. 137 is effective for all
fiscal quarters of fiscal years beginning after June 15, 2000. The Company
will adopt SFAS No. 133 effective with the first quarter of 2001. The
statement establishes accounting and reporting standards for derivative
instruments and for hedging activities. SFAS No. 133 will require the Company
to measure all derivatives at fair value and to recognize them in its balance
sheet as an asset or liability, depending on the Company's rights or
obligations under the derivative contract. Implementation of this standard is
not anticipated to have a material effect on the Company's results of
operations, financial position or cash flows.
NOTE B - DISCONTINUED OPERATION
On December 10, 1999, the Company contracted to sell the engineering and
technical segment of its business. Settlement of the sale is expected to occur
in early March 2000 and result in a gain. In 1999, the Company realized a loss
on operations, net of tax benefit, from the engineering and technical segment
of $746,414. In 1998 and 1997, the income from operations, net of income taxes
was approximately $437,000 and $418,000, respectively.
Summarized data relating to the discontinued operation of the engineering and
technical segment for the years ended December 31, 1999, 1998 and 1997 and net
asset data for 1999 and 1998 are as follows:
1999 1998 1997
---- ---- ----
Results of operations
Operating revenue $11,237,247 $10,457,075 $10,549,225
Operating (loss) income (907,177) 817,257 677,561
Net (loss) income (746,414) 436,608 418,358
Net assets of discontinued operation
Current assets $ 8,790,728 $ 8,886,746
Property and equipment, net 283,238 505,873
Other assets 7,738,314 7,487,080
Current liabilities 6,587,803 5,313,934
Long-term liabilities 6,025,833 6,127,449
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NOTE C - RESTRICTED CASH
Mecar is generally required under the terms of its contracts with foreign
governments to provide performance bonds, advance payment guarantees and
letters of credit. The credit facility agreements used to provide these
financial guarantees place restrictions on certain cash deposits and other
liens on Mecar's assets. VSK has also pledged certain term deposits to secure
outstanding bank guarantees.
Restricted cash of $4,508,082 and $14,013,905 included in current assets at
December 31, 1999 and 1998, respectively, was restricted or pledged as
collateral for these agreements and other obligations.
Amounts restricted under BRI's credit facility are included in net assets of
discontinued operations.
NOTE D - ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
Accounts receivable at December 31 are comprised as follows:
1999 1998
---- ----
Receivables from foreign governments $3,284,120 $14,003,065
Commercial and other receivables, less allowance for doubtful
receivables of $168,682 in 1999 and $213,362 in 1998 5,993,958 7,058,146
---------- -----------
$9,278,078 $21,061,211
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NOTE E - PREPAID EXPENSES
Advance payments on contracts in process in 1999 and 1998 of approximately
$253,865 and $8,271,481, respectively, were included in prepaid expenses.
NOTE F - CREDIT FACILITY
The Company is obligated under various credit agreements (the Agreements) with
its foreign banks and its foreign banking pool that provide credit facilities
primarily for letters of credit, bank guarantees, performance bonds and similar
instruments required for specific sales contracts. The Agreements provide for
certain bank charges and fees as the line is used, plus fees of 2% of
guarantees issued and annual fees of 1.25% - 1.35% of letters of credit and
guarantees outstanding. These fees are charged to interest expense. As of
December 31, 1999, guarantees and performance bonds of approximately $6,913,000
remain outstanding.
Advances under the Agreements are secured by restricted cash of $4,508,082.
Amounts outstanding are also collateralized by the letters of credit received
under the contracts financed, and a pledge of approximately $22 million on
Mecar's assets. Certain Agreements provide for restrictions on payments or
transfers to Allied and Limited for management fees, intercompany loans, loan
payments, the maintenance of certain net worth levels and other provisions.
Mecar also has a line-of-credit for working capital of approximately $10
million at December 31, 1999.
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NOTE G - ACCRUED LOSSES ON CONTRACTS
The Company provided for accrued losses of $175,572 at December 31, 1999 in
connection with the completion of certain contracts in progress. These
contracts are scheduled to be completed in 2000.
NOTE H - LONG-TERM DEBT
Long-term obligations as of December 31 consist of the following:
1999 1998
---- ----
Mortgage loan agreements $3,133,769 $4,710,535
Other 1,171,388 698,519
---------- ----------
4,305,157 5,409,054
Less current maturities 1,224,552 1,255,221
---------- ----------
$3,080,605 $4,153,833
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Mortgage Loan Agreements
------------------------
The Company entered into a mortgage loan agreement in 1986, which was amended
in 1994, to partially finance the construction of Mecar's manufacturing and
administration facilities in Belgium, that had a balance due of $2,588,663 at
December 31, 1999. The loan matures in January, 2004. As amended, the loan
is payable in annual principal installments of $550,000 (except for the annual
principal installment in the year 2000 which is $810,000). The loan bears
interest at 8.75% annually, is collateralized by a mortgage on the Company's
real estate and includes a prepayment penalty. The Company is also obligated
on several mortgages on the VSK Group's buildings which have a total balance
due of $545,106 at December 31, 1999. The mortgages mature at various dates
through 2005 in annual installments of approximately $254,000, plus interest at
rates ranging from 6.6% to 8.5% per year.
Other
-----
The Company is also obligated on various vehicle, equipment and other operating
loans. The notes are generally secured by the assets acquired, bear interest
at rates ranging from 3.50% to 8.00% and mature at various dates through 2005.
Scheduled annual maturities of long-term obligations as of December 31, 1999
are as follows:
Year Amount
---- ------
2000 $1,224,552
2001 1,131,534
2002 691,987
2003 608,913
2004 578,932
Thereafter 69,239
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NOTE I - BENEFIT PLANS
In June, 1992, the Board of Directors adopted the Allied Research Corporation
Outside Directors Retirement Plan. Future benefits under this plan were
terminated during 1999. The plan provides retirement benefits at age 70 to any
board member who retires as a director after a minimum of five years of
service. A retired director is entitled to receive an amount equal to the
monthly cash compensation received prior to retirement for a period equivalent
to the time served as a board member. The Board may cease retirement payments
for cause and modify or terminate the plan at any time. The net present value
of benefits anticipated to be payable to currently eligible and former
directors has been previously accrued and reflected as a charge to earnings.
In June, 1992, the Board of Directors approved the Officers Nonqualified
Deferred Compensation Plan and the Officers Deferred Compensation Grantor
Trust. Certain officers of the Company are eligible to participate in the
plan, which permits a deferral of a percentage of future base compensation.
Amounts deferred will be invested by the Trustee of the Grantor Trust. The
Company may terminate the plan at any time. No eligible officers had elected
to participate in the plan as of December 31, 1999.
The Company instituted a retirement savings plan in 1989 which received a
favorable determination letter from the Internal Revenue Service.
Contributions to the Plan are at the discretion of Company's management. In
1997, the Company began to match participants' contributions at a rate of 25%
for each participant dollar contributed up to a maximum of 1% of salary.
Matching contributions in 1999, 1998 and 1997 were approximately $24,000,
$26,000 and $39,000, respectively. Contributions to this plan will cease upon
the closing of the BRI sale in 2000.
Under the terms of labor agreements at its Belgian subsidiaries, the Company
contributes to certain governmental and labor organization employee benefit and
retirement programs.
NOTE J - CONTINGENCIES AND COMMITMENTS
U.S. Government contracts and subcontracts are by their terms subject to
termination by the Government or the prime contractor either for convenience or
for default.
Mecar recognizes revenues under fixed price contracts using the percentage of
completion method. Estimates of total costs at completion are used to
determine the amount of revenue earned. The actual costs on these contracts
may differ from the Company's estimate at completion.
U.S. Government sponsored foreign military sales contracts are subject to U.S.
Government review. It is not anticipated that adjustments, if any, with
respect to determination of costs under these direct contracts or subcontracts
will have a material effect on the Company's consolidated results of operations
or financial position.
The Company enters into foreign exchange contracts in the normal course of
business primarily to hedge certain sales and purchase contracts. These
contracts typically mature within twelve months, and forward exchange gains and
losses are recognized upon final maturity or at the time the related foreign
currency transaction is recognized. Contracts with a notional amount of $15
million were outstanding as of December 31, 1999 ($22.9 million at December 31,
1998).
In connection with its commitment to provide management services to its
subsidiaries, the Company has entered into consulting and employment agreements
with certain management personnel for these subsidiaries. The Company has also
entered into employment agreements and consulting agreements with certain
domestic management personnel.
In connection with the sale of BRI, the Company has agreed to indemnify the
purchaser of BRI's stock in the event the purchaser suffers losses as a result
of breaches of representations and warranties made by the Company in the sales
agreement. The agreement to indemnify is subject to various conditions and
limitations.
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NOTE J - CONTINGENCIES AND COMMITMENTS - Continued
The Company leases office space, other facilities and equipment under operating
leases which expire at various dates through 2007. Certain leases also include
escalation provisions for taxes and operating costs. The following is a
schedule by year of base rentals due on operating leases that have initial or
remaining lease terms in excess of one year as of December 31, 1999.
Year Amount
---- ------
2000 $148,568
2001 152,700
2002 148,807
2003 146,626
2004 146,626
Thereafter 402,382
Total rental expense charged to operations approximated $122,000, $124,000 and
$126,000, for the years ended December 31, 1999, 1998 and 1997, respectively.
The Company's domestic operations do not provide post employment benefits to
its employees. Under Belgian labor provisions, the Company may be obligated
for future severance costs for its employees. The Company has provided for
known severance costs related to its 1997 workforce reduction as part of its
restructuring charge (see note Q). After giving effect to the workforce
reductions, current work loads, expected levels of future operations, severance
policies and future severance costs, post employment benefits are not expected
to be material to the Company's financial position at this time.
NOTE K - FAIR VALUE OF FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS
The estimated fair value of the Company's financial instruments and off balance
sheet credit obligations are as follows:
1999 1998
---------------------------------- ----------------------------------
Carrying Estimated Carrying Estimated
Amount Fair Value Amount Fair Value
--------------- ---------------- ---------------- ---------------
Notes payable and long-term debt, including
current maturities $4,913,781 $ 4,913,781 $5,409,054 $ 5,409,054
Off-balance-sheet instruments
Guarantees and letters of credit - 6,913,000 - 34,138,502
Foreign exchange contracts - 15,000,000 - 22,900,000
The following methods and assumptions were used to estimate the fair value of
each class of financial instruments for which it is practicable to estimate
that value.
. The fair value of long-term debt is estimated based on approximate market
prices for the same or similar issues or the current rates offered to the
Corporation for debt of the same remaining maturities. The Company believes
the aggregate carrying value approximates fair value.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - CONTINUED
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NOTE K - FAIR VALUE OF FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS - Continued
. Estimated fair values for off-balance-sheet instruments (performance bonds,
advance payment guarantees, letters-of-credit and foreign exchange
contracts) are reflected at the face value of these obligations, since
management does not expect to have any claims against these obligations
based on its past experience. The fair value of foreign exchange contracts
are based on their notional values, since they have short-term maturities at
December 31, 1999.
NOTE L - CAPITAL STOCK
During 1998, the Board of Directors authorized the repurchase of up to 200,000
shares of the Company's common stock. During 1999 and 1998, 22,600 and 3,000
shares were reacquired and retired, respectively.
At December 31, 1999, options to acquire 50,750 shares of the Company's common
stock were outstanding and 680,049 shares were reserved for future issuance
under the following plans:
1997 Incentive Stock Plan
-------------------------
During 1997, the Board of Directors and shareholders approved and reserved
225,000 shares of common stock for awards to key employees of the Company and
its subsidiaries in the form of stock options and stock awards. The Plan is
administered by the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors, and
employees of the Company and its subsidiaries who are deemed to be key
employees by the Committee are eligible for awards under the Plan. In 1999 and
1998, 62,048 and 53,448 shares, respectively, were awarded under the Plan.
1992 Allied Research Corporation Employee Stock Purchase Plan
-------------------------------------------------------------
During 1993, the Board of Directors and shareholders approved and reserved
525,000 shares for the plan. The plan is voluntary and substantially all full-
time employees with greater than six months of service are eligible to
participate through payroll deductions. The purchase price of each share is
equal to 85% of the closing price of the common stock at the end of each
calendar quarter. The plan is subject to certain restrictions and the Board
may amend or terminate it at any time. During 1999, 1998 and 1997 - 31,548,
7,085 and 16,553 shares, respectively were issued under the plan and $29,570,
$9,314 and $31,978 was charged to operations.
1988 Incentive Compensation Plan
--------------------------------
The Company reserved 410,900 shares of common stock for key employees of the
Company and its subsidiaries. The plan permitted grants through 1998,
authorized the Board to grant incentive stock options, non-statutory stock
options, stock appreciation rights, stock awards, restricted stock, performance
stock rights and cash awards. Each type of grant places certain requirements
and restrictions upon the Company and grantee. As of December 31, 1999,
options for 6,000 shares with an exercise price of $3.75 remain outstanding.
1984 Incentive Stock Option Plan
--------------------------------
The Company reserved 315,000 shares of common stock for key employees of the
Company and its subsidiaries. The plan permitted grants through March 31, 1994.
In March 1994, the Company granted options to two officers and sixteen
employees to purchase 217,500 shares at $8.25 per share. These options expire
in 2004. At December 31, 1999, 44,750 of these options remained outstanding.
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NOTE L - CAPITAL STOCK - Continued
1993 Allied Research Corporation Outside Directors Compensation Plan
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During 1993, the Board of Directors and shareholders approved a plan whereby
each director is entitled to receive a cash payment of $1,000 per month and an
annual grant of 1,000 shares of the Company's common stock while serving as a
board member. The Company has reserved 52,400 shares of common stock for the
plan which is subject to certain restrictions. The plan will terminate upon
the earlier of issuance of all reserved common shares or December 31, 2003. In
1999, 1998 and 1997, the Company granted 4,000, 4,000 and 4,000 shares of
common stock subject to the plan and charged $24,500, $48,000 and $34,000,
respectively, to operations.
1991 Outside Directors Stock Option Plan
----------------------------------------
During 1991, the Board of Directors and shareholders approved and reserved
208,000 shares of common stock for the plan. Prior to 1996, the Company
granted options to purchase a total of 40,000 shares at $2.50 to $4.125 per
share. All such issued options have been exercised. During 1996, the Company
granted additional options to purchase a total of 75,000 shares at $5.125 per
share. At December 31, 1999, 67,500 of the options had been exercised and the
remaining 7,500 shares expired during 1999.
Other
-----
Stock grants for 48,746 shares of the Company's common stock were made to
various employees during 1997. These shares were issued outside of any
existing plan and their value ($487,460) was charged to operations.
Preferred Share Purchase Rights Agreement
-----------------------------------------
The Board of Directors has adopted an Agreement which provides each stockholder
of record a dividend distribution of one "right" for each outstanding share of
common stock. Rights become exercisable the earlier of ten days following:
(1) a public announcement that an acquiring person has purchased or has the
right to acquire 10% or more of the Company's common stock, or (2) the
commencement of a tender offer which would result in an offeror beneficially
owning 30% or more of the outstanding common stock. All rights held by an
acquiring person or offeror expire on the announced acquisition date and all
rights expire at the close of business on June 20, 2001.
Each right under the Preferred Share Purchase Rights Agreement entitles a
stockholder to acquire at a purchase price of $45, one-hundredth of a share of
preferred stock which carries voting and dividend rights similar to one share
of common stock. Alternatively, a right holder may elect to purchase for $45
an equivalent number of common shares (or in certain circumstances, cash,
property or other securities of the Company) at a price per share equal to one-
half of the average market price for a specified period. In lieu of the
purchase price, a right holder may elect to acquire one-half of the common
shares available under the second option. The purchase price and the preferred
share fractional amount are subject to adjustment for certain events as
described in the Agreement.
Rights also entitle the holder to receive a specified number of shares of an
acquiring company's common stock in the event that the Company is not the
surviving corporation in a merger or if 50% or more of the Company's assets are
sold or transferred.
At the discretion of a majority of the Board and within a specified time
period, the Company may redeem all of the rights at a price of $.01 per right.
The Board may also amend any provision of the Agreement prior to exercise of
the rights.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - CONTINUED
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NOTE L - CAPITAL STOCK - Continued
The following table summarizes option activity:
1999
----------------------------
Weighted Average 1998 1997
Shares Exercise Price Shares Shares
--------- ---------------- --------- ---------
Options outstanding at beginning of year 127,350 $7.49 214,770 313,100
Options exercised (4,200) 3.75 (87,420) (95,830)
Options forfeited (56,000) 8.25 - -
Options expired (16,400) - - (2,500)
-------- ----- -------- --------
Options outstanding at end of year 50,750 $7.72 127,350 214,770
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Option price range at end of year $3.75 $3.75 $3.75
to to to
$8.25 $8.25 $8.25
Option price range for exercised shares $3.75 $3.75 $3.75
to to
$8.25 $8.25
Options exercisable at end of year 50,750 94,750 115,300
Weighted-average fair value of options,
granted during the year - - -
The following table summarizes options outstanding at December 31, 1999:
Weighted Average
Number Weighted Average Remaining
Outstanding Exercise Prices Exercise Prices Contractual Life
----------- --------------- ---------------- ----------------
6,000 $3.75 $3.75 6.22
44,750 $8.25 $8.25 4.17
The fair value of each option grant is estimated on the date of grant, using
the Black-Scholes options-pricing model. There were no options granted in
1999, 1998 and 1997.
The following table presents the pro forma decrease in income that would have
been recorded had the fair values of options granted been recognized as
compensation expense on a straight-line basis over the vesting period of the
grant.
1999 1998 1997
----------- ----------- -----------
Pro forma
Net earnings decrease $46,503 $59,568 $80,067
Earnings per share decrease
Basic .01 .01 .01
Diluted .01 .01 .02
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NOTE M - MAJOR CUSTOMERS
The Company derives the majority of its revenues from foreign governments,
direct and indirect sales to the U.S. Government and government prime
contractors, primarily on fixed price contracts. Direct sales to two agencies
of a foreign government and another foreign government accounted for
approximately 3%, 27% and 31% of revenue in 1999, 22%, 52% and 11% of revenue
in 1998 and, 6%, 64% and 11% of revenue in 1997. In addition, during 1999,
direct and indirect foreign military sales contracts for the benefit of one of
such foreign government agencies were approximately 23% of revenue.
NOTE N - CONCENTRATIONS OF CREDIT RISK
Financial instruments and related items which potentially subject the Company
to concentrations of credit risk consist principally of temporary cash
investments, trade receivables and costs and accrued earnings on uncompleted
contracts. The Company places its temporary cash investments with high credit
quality financial institutions. Credit risk with respect to trade receivables
and costs and accrued earnings on uncompleted contracts are concentrated due to
the nature of the Company's customer base. The Company generally receives
guarantees and letters of credit from its foreign customers and performs
ongoing credit evaluations of its other customers' financial condition. The
Company's provision for doubtful accounts for 1999 and 1998 was not
significant.
The majority of ammunition sales are to two agencies of a foreign government
and other foreign governments. Mecar's ammunition sales in any given period and
its backlog at any particular time may be significantly influenced by one or a
few large orders. In addition, the production period required to fill most
orders ranges from several months to a year. Accordingly, Mecar's business is
dependent upon its ability to obtain such large orders and the required
financing for these orders. As of December 31, 1999 and 1998, backlog order,
believed to be firm, from continuing operations, approximated $105.0 and $37.0
million, respectively.
Amounts in foreign banks at December 31, 1999 and 1998 were approximately $8.7
million and $22.4 million, respectively. Changes in the value of the U.S.
dollar and other currencies affect the Company's financial position and result
of operations since the Company has assets and operations in Belgium and sells
its products on a worldwide basis.
NOTE O - OTHER - NET
Other income and expense included in the Company's consolidated statements of
earnings is comprised as follows:
1999 1998 1997
---- ---- ----
Net currency transaction gains (losses) $664,042 $(1,093,160) $1,328,195
Miscellaneous - net 118,739 278,132 138,156
-------- ----------- ----------
$782,781 $ (815,028) $1,466,351
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NOTE P - INCOME TAXES
The Company recognizes deferred tax liabilities and assets for the expected
future tax consequences of events that have been included in the financial
statements or tax returns. Under this method, deferred tax liabilities and
assets are determined based on the difference between the financial statement
and tax basis of assets and liabilities using enacted tax rates in effect for
the year in which the differences are expected to reverse.
Earnings (loss) from continuing operations before income taxes is comprised as
follows:
1999 1998 1997
------ ------ ------
Domestic $ (334,165) $ (531,456) $(1,515,731)
Foreign (3,423,505) 11,362,524 10,335,115
----------- ----------- -----------
$(3,757,670) $10,831,068 $ 8,819,384
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The Company's provision for income taxes is comprised as follows:
1999 1998 1997
------ ------ ------
Currently payable
Domestic $ 448,206 $ 110,372 $(346,186)
Foreign 1,436,918 2,945,711 921,336
----------- ---------- ---------
1,885,124 3,056,083 575,150
Deferred - net (2,360,927) (854,045) 97,804
----------- ---------- ---------
Total attributable to continuing
operations (475,803) $2,202,038 $ 672,954
Taxes related to discontinued operation (409,330) 308,130 288,200
----------- ---------- ---------
Total tax provision $ (885,133) $2,510,168 $ 961,154
=========== ========== =========
The Company's provision for income taxes differs from the anticipated United
States federal statutory rate. Differences between the statutory rate and the
Company's provision are as follows:
1999 1998 1997
------ ------ ------
Taxes at statutory rate (34.0)% 34.0% 34.0%
Foreign tax rate differential (5.8) 5.9 7.9
Benefit of foreign net operating losses - (13.3) (37.2)
Amortization of intangibles 13.8 (5.4) (3.1)
Deemed dividend 11.2 1.3 -
Other (3.2) (0.8) 2.3
----- ----- -----
Income taxes (18.0)% (21.7)% 10.1%
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In 1999, the Company recognized in the fourth quarter the tax benefits of
Mecar's 1999 net operating loss, when it became likely that it would realize
the benefits of such losses in future periods, as a result of new contract
awards in the latter part of 1999. These benefits were partially offset by
taxes related to an intercompany dividend.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - CONTINUED
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NOTE P - INCOME TAXES - Continued
There were no foreign loss carryforwards utilized in 1999. In 1998 and 1997,
the Company's Belgian subsidiaries utilized approximately $3,846,000 and
$8,529,000, respectively, of foreign operating loss carryforwards for tax
reporting purposes. Income tax expense in 1998 was also reduced by
approximately $939,000 as a result of the favorable resolution of deferred and
accrued tax obligations in the United Kingdom.
The Company utilized approximately $631,500 and $143,600 of its foreign tax
credits in 1999 and 1998, respectively. No foreign tax credits were utilized in
1997. At December 31, 1999, foreign tax credit carryforwards of approximately
$1.4 million were available which expire through 2004.
Deferred tax liabilities have not been recognized for basis differences related
to investments in the Company's Belgian and United Kingdom subsidiaries. These
differences, which consist primarily of unremitted earnings intended to be
indefinitely reinvested, aggregated approximately $12.4 million at December 31,
1999. Determination of the amount of unrecognized deferred tax liabilities is
not practicable.
Deferred taxes at December 31, 1999 and 1998 are comprised as follows:
1999 1998
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Current deferred tax asset
Unrealized exchange gain $ 1,976 $ 1,594
Noncurrent
Foreign tax credit carryforwards 1,379,239 498,365
Foreign and domestic net operating loss carryforwards 2,742,229 -
Depreciation and amortization 37,479 526,068
Deferred compensation 138,925 16,607
Deferred income (20,721) (5,915)
Other 25,552 26,159
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Noncurrent deferred tax asset 4,302,703 1,061,284
----------- ----------
Total deferred tax asset before valuation allowance 4,304,679 1,062,878
Valuation allowance (1,379,239) (498,365)
----------- ----------
Net deferred tax asset $ 2,925,440 $ 564,513
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Deferred tax components are included in the following balance sheet accounts:
1999 1998
------------ -----------
Current (included in "prepaid expenses and deposits") $ 1,976 $ 1,594
Noncurrent deferred taxes 2,923,464 562,919
----------- ----------
$ 2,925,440 $ 564,513
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NOTE Q - RESTRUCTURING COSTS
The Company began implementing a streamlining of its manufacturing,
administrative processes and personnel during 1993 at its Belgian subsidiary,
Mecar. The Company has continued to implement additional cost reductions and
efficiency improvements beyond those initiated in 1993. As a result of changes
effected in late 1997, the Company recorded a restructuring charge of $977,267
in the fourth quarter of 1997, principally comprised of workforce reductions,
termination costs and benefits. The reductions were effected to produce
further efficiencies and reduce the overall level of core employment.
Provisions in 1997 $977,267
Payments in 1997 478,817
--------
Payments in 1998 $498,450
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NOTE R - EARNINGS PER COMMON SHARE
The following table reconciles the numerators and denominators of the basic and
diluted earnings per share (EPS) computations.
1999 1998
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Income
Loss from from
continuing Discontinued continuing Discontinued Net
operations operations Net loss operations operations income
------------ ------------- ------------ ---------- ------------ ----------
Basic EPS
(Loss) income available to
common stockholders $(3,281,867) $ (746,414) $(4,028,281) $8,629,030 $ 436,608 $9,065,638
=========== ========== =========== ========== ========== ==========
Weighted average number of
common shares outstanding 4,818,857 4,818,857 4,818,857 4,722,303 4,722,303 4,722,303
=========== ========== =========== ========== ========== ==========
Basic EPS $(.68) $(.16) $(.84) $1.83 $0.09 $1.92
===== ===== ===== ===== ===== =====
Diluted EPS
(Loss) income available to
common stockholders $(3,281,867) $ (746,414) $(4,028,281) $8,629,030 $ 436,608 $9,065,638
Income impact of assumed
conversions - - - - - -
----------- ---------- ----------- ---------- ---------- ----------
(Loss) income available to
common stockholders on a
diluted basis $(3,281,867) $ (746,414) $(4,028,281) $8,629,030 $ 436,608 $9,065,638
=========== ========== =========== ========== ========== ==========
Weighted average number of
common shares outstanding 4,818,857 4,818,857 4,818,857 4,722,303 4,722,303 4,722,303
Effect of dilutive securities -
stock options - - - 42,904 42,904 42,904
----------- ---------- ----------- ---------- ---------- ----------
Adjusted weighted average
number of common shares
outstanding 4,818,857 4,818,857 4,818,857 4,765,207 4,765,207 4,765,207
=========== ========== =========== ========== ========== ==========
Diluted EPS $(.68) $(.16) $(.84) $1.81 $0.09 $1.90
===== ===== ===== ===== ===== =====
1997
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Income
from
continuing Discontinued Net
operations operations income
---------- ------------ ----------
Basic EPS
(Loss) income available to
common stockholders $8,146,430 $ 418,358 $8,564,788
========== ========== ==========
Weighted average number of
common shares outstanding 4,543,874 4,543,874 4,543,874
========== ========== ==========
Basic EPS $1.79 $0.09 $1.88
===== ===== =====
Diluted EPS
(Loss) income available to
common stockholders $8,146,430 $ 418,358 $8,564,788
Income impact of assumed
conversions - - -
---------- ---------- ----------
(Loss) income available to
common stockholders on a
diluted basis $8,146,430 $ 418,358 $8,564,788
========== ========== ==========
Weighted average number of
common shares outstanding 4,543,874 4,543,874 4,543,874
Effect of dilutive securities -
stock options 82,728 82,728 82,728
---------- ---------- ----------
Adjusted weighted average
number of common shares
outstanding 4,626,602 4,626,602 4,626,602
========== ========== ==========
Diluted EPS $1.76 $0.09 $1.85
===== ===== =====
The incremental shares from assumed conversions of options, which amount to
10,664 in 1999, are not included in computing the diluted per share amounts,
since inclusion of such shares would be anti-dilutive.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - CONTINUED
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NOTE S - GEOGRAPHIC AREAS AND INDUSTRY SEGMENTS
The Company currently operates in two principal segments: Product sales
(Mecar), and Security Systems and Services (The VSK Group). Product sales
includes the production of ammunitions, weapons systems and ordnance products
systems integration. Security Systems and Services includes sales and services
to industrial and institutional customers of protection, fire and access
control systems and services. Corporate costs are allocated to each segment's
operations monthly and are included in the measure of each segments profit or
loss. Corporate and Other includes unallocated corporate cost and the former
activities of Limited.
The Company's foreign operations are conducted by Mecar and the VSK Group.
1999 1998 1997
----------- ------------ ------------
Revenues from external customers, from
continuing operations
Product Sales $38,575,416 $111,804,077 $107,533,415
Security Systems and Service 20,475,191 21,274,050 16,401,110
----------- ------------ ------------
$59,032,607 $133,078,127 $123,934,525
=========== ============ ============
Interest expense
Product Sales $ 795,630 $ 1,203,361 $ 1,513,363
Security Systems and Service 130,535 159,284 218,868
Corporate and Other 176,147 (9,783) (40,740)
----------- ------------ ------------
$ 1,102,312 $ 1,352,862 $ 1,691,491
=========== ============ ============
Interest income
Product Sales $ 471,925 $ 853,581 $ 777,502
Security Systems and Service 104,787 83,444 51,526
Corporate and Other 258,784 221,986 73,522
----------- ------------ ------------
$ 835,496 $ 1,159,011 $ 902,550
=========== ============ ============
Income tax expense (benefit)
Product Sales $(2,447,046) $ 1,162,865 $ 7,038
Security Systems and Service 1,645,356 1,909,945 890,943
Corporate and Other 325,887 (870,772) (225,027)
----------- ------------ ------------
$ (475,803) $ 2,202,038 $ 672,954
=========== ============ ============
Depreciation and amortization
Product Sales $ 1,962,186 $ 1,474,159 $ 2,049,204
Security Systems and Service 611,482 623,074 150,189
Corporate and Other 4,549 7,137 -
----------- ------------ ------------
$ 2,136,214 $ 2,104,370 $ 2,199,393
=========== ============ ============
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - CONTINUED
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NOTE S - GEOGRAPHIC AREAS AND INDUSTRY SEGMENTS - Continued
1999 1998 1997
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Segment profit (loss), from continuing
operations before taxes
Product Sales/(1)/ $(7,743,149) $ 6,854,793 $ 8,609,293
Security Systems and Service 4,172,136 4,452,232 2,003,295
Corporate and Other/(1)/ (186,657) (475,957) (1,793,204)
----------- ------------ -----------
$(3,757,670) $ 10,831,068 $ 8,819,384
=========== ============ ===========
Segment assets
Product Sales $40,499,173 $ 80,262,860 $73,593,091
Security Systems and Service 13,116,269 13,567,284 9,664,265
Corporate and Other/(2)/ 2,316,845 2,366,287 3,227,208
----------- ------------ -----------
Total reportable segments 55,932,287 96,196,431 86,484,564
Discontinued operations 4,198,644 5,438,316 2,825,268
----------- ------------ -----------
$60,130,931 $101,634,747 $89,309,832
=========== ============ ===========
Expenditure for segment assets
Product Sales $ 1,685,305 $ 1,634,411 $ 1,043,058
Security Systems and Service 571,000 576,608 135,299
----------- ------------ -----------
$ 2,256,305 $ 2,211,019 $ 1,178,357
=========== ============ ===========
/(1)/ Unusual items - segment profit attributable to product sales in 1997
includes restructuring costs of $977,267and direct corporate cost
allocations to operating segments increased by approximately
$166,000 in 1998, which affect year-to-year comparability.
/(2)/ Net of intersegment receivables.
The following geographic area data include trade revenues based on product
shipment destination and assets based on physical location.
Geographic Segment Data
----------------------------------------------------
1999 1998 1997
----------- ------------ ------------
Revenues from external customers
United States $13,632,279 $ 549,492 $ -
Belgium 18,272,388 14,481,788 13,399,143
Middle East 19,864,608 105,439,877 94,441,684
France 4,116,046 4,096,218 2,934,664
Other foreign countries 3,147,286 8,510,752 13,159,034
----------- ------------ ------------
$59,032,607 $133,078,127 $123,934,525
=========== ============ ============
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - CONTINUED
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NOTE S - GEOGRAPHIC AREAS AND INDUSTRY SEGMENTS - Continued
Geographic Segment Data
---------------------------------------------------
1999 1998 1997
----------- ------------ -----------
Segment assets/(1)/
Belgium $53,615,442 $ 93,830,144 $83,257,626
United Kingdom 256,652 260,149 480,608
United States 2,060,193 2,106,138 2,746,330
----------- ------------ -----------
Total reportable segments 55,932,287 96,196,431 86,484,564
Discontinued operation 4,198,644 5,438,316 2,825,268
----------- ------------ -----------
$60,130,931 $101,634,747 $89,309,832
=========== ============ ===========
/(1)/ Net of intersegment receivables and investments.
NOTE T - QUARTERLY FINANCIAL DATA (UNAUDITED)
(Amounts in thousands, except per share data) *
-------------------------------------------------------------
First Second Third Fourth Total
1999 Quarter Quarter Quarter Quarter For Year
- ------------------------------------------ ------- ----------- ---------- ---------- -----------
Revenue $23,800 $ 7,436 $ 7,216 $20,581 $59,033
Gross profit 4,176 (508) 278 4,223 8,169
Earnings (loss) from continuing operations 1,263 (4,096) (3,710) 3,261 (3,282)
Discontinued operation 3 (329) (169) (251) (746)
Net earnings (loss) 1,266 (4,425) (3,879) 3,010 (4,028)
Per share data:
Basic
Continuing operations $ .27 $ (.86) $ (.77) $ .69 $ (.68)
Discontinued operation - (.07) (.03) (.06) (.16)
------- ------- ------- ------- -------
Net income $ .27 $ (.93) $ (.80) $ .63 $ (.84)
======= ======= ======= ======= =======
Diluted
Continuing operations $ .27 $ (.86) $ (.77) $ .69 $ (.68)
Discontinued operation - (.07) (.03) (.06) (.16)
------- ------- ------- ------- -------
Net income $ .27 $ (.93) $ (.80) $ .63 $ (.84)
======= ======= ======= ======= =======
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - CONTINUED
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NOTE T - QUARTERLY FINANCIAL DATA (UNAUDITED) - Continued
(Amounts in thousands, except per share data) *
---------------------------------------------------------
First Second Third Fourth Total
1998 Quarter Quarter Quarter Quarter For Year
- ----------------------------------- ------- ---------- --------- --------- ----------
Revenue $33,396 $26,619 $28,250 $41,813 $133,078
Gross profit 5,892 6,712 5,321 5,869 23,794
Earnings from continuing operations 2,197 2,490 1,633 2,309 8,629
Discontinued operation 60 56 147 174 437
Net earnings 2,257 2,546 1,780 2,483 9,066
Per share data:
Basic
Continuing operations $ .48 $ .52 $ .35 $ .48 $ 1.83
Discontinued operation .01 .01 .03 .04 .09
------- ------- ------- ------- --------
Net income $ .49 $ .53 $ .38 $ .52 $ 1.92
======= ======= ======= ======= ========
Diluted
Continuing operations $ .47 $ .52 $ .34 $ .48 $ 1.81
Discontinued operation .01 .01 .03 .04 .09
------- ------- ------- ------- --------
Net income $ .48 $ .53 $ .37 $ .52 $ 1.90
======= ======= ======= ======= ========
* All amounts have been restated to reflect discontinued operations
attributable to each period.
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SCHEDULES
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SCHEDULE I - CONDENSED FINANCIAL INFORMATION OF REGISTRANT
(Parent Company)
BALANCE SHEETS
December 31,
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The condensed balance sheets, statements of operations and cash flows of the
registrant follow.
1999 1998
----------- -----------
ASSETS
Cash and equivalents $ 1,780,929 $ 1,855,901
Investment in subsidiaries 37,309,624 57,273,612
Due from subsidiaries 1,345,256 -
Deferred tax asset 140,901 18,201
Deposits and other 248,533 232,036
----------- -----------
Total assets $40,825,243 $59,379,750
=========== ===========
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
LIABILITIES
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities $ 505,678 $ 1,212,627
Due to subsidiaries - 8,203,273
----------- -----------
Total liabilities 505,678 9,415,900
STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
Common stock 483,672 475,717
Capital in excess of par value 13,906,739 13,391,099
Retained earnings 31,083,628 35,111,909
Accumulated other comprehensive (loss) income (5,154,474) 985,125
----------- -----------
40,319,565 49,963,850
----------- -----------
$40,825,243 $59,379,750
=========== ===========
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SCHEDULE I - CONDENSED FINANCIAL INFORMATION OF REGISTRANT - CONTINUED
(Parent Company)
STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
Year ended December 31,
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1999 1998 1997
------------ ---------- -----------
Income
Intercompany management fees $ 2,967,432 $2,850,448 $ 2,684,859
Dividend from subsidiary 10,456,160 - -
Other - net 645,250 463,881 311,587
------------ ---------- -----------
14,068,842 3,314,329 2,996,446
Costs and expenses
Administrative and other 3,946,847 3,845,785 4,512,176
------------ ---------- -----------
Earnings (loss) before equity in operations of
subsidiaries 10,121,995 (531,456) (1,515,730)
Equity in operations of subsidiaries, less
dividends received of $10,456,160 in 1999 (13,824,389) 9,665,490 9,855,491
------------ ---------- -----------
(Loss) earnings before income taxes (3,702,394) 9,134,034 8,339,761
Income taxes (benefit) 325,887 68,396 (225,027)
------------ ---------- -----------
NET (LOSS) EARNINGS $ (4,028,281) $9,065,638 $ 8,564,788
============ ========== ===========
Earnings per common share
Basic $(.84) $1.92 $1.88
===== ===== =====
Diluted $(.84) $1.90 $1.85
===== ===== =====
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SCHEDULE I - CONDENSED FINANCIAL INFORMATION OF REGISTRANT - CONTINUED
(Parent Company)
STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
Year ended December 31,
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Increase (decrease) in cash and equivalents 1999 1998 1997
----------- ------------ -----------
Cash flows from (used in) operating activities
Net (loss) earnings for the year $(4,028,281) $ 9,065,638 $ 8,564,789
Adjustments to reconcile net earnings to net cash from
(used in) operating activities
Equity in operations of subsidiaries 3,368,229 (9,665,490) (9,855,489)
Dividend from subsidiary 10,456,160 - -
Depreciation and amortization 4,549 5,307 6,191
Deferred income taxes (122,700) (41,978) 146,262
Common stock awards and grants 447,202 689,376 521,460
Changes in assets and liabilities
Other assets 31,923 141,823 (158,022)
Due to subsidiaries (9,548,529) (1,333,421) 733,448
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities (515,170) 36,512 700,909
Income taxes (244,748) - (88,601)
----------- ------------ -----------
(3,876,916) (10,167,871) (7,993,842)
----------- ------------ -----------
Net cash (used in) provided by operating activities (151,365) (1,102,233) 570,947
Cash flows from investing activities
Capital expenditures - - (17,243)
Proceeds for sale of property and equipment - - -
----------- ------------ -----------
Net cash (used in) investing activities - - (17,243)
Cash flows from financing activities
Proceeds from employee stock purchase plan shares 212,929 637,622 749,271
Retirement of common stock (136,536) (21,525) -
----------- ------------ -----------
Net cash provided by financing activities 76,393 616,097 749,271
----------- ------------ -----------
Net (decrease) increase in cash and equivalents (74,972) (486,136) 1,302,975
Cash and equivalents at beginning of year 1,855,901 2,342,037 1,039,062
----------- ------------ -----------
Cash and equivalents at end of year $ 1,780,929 $ 1,855,901 $ 2,342,037
=========== ============ ===========
Supplemental Disclosures of Cash Flow Information:
- -------------------------------------------------
Cash paid during the year for:
Income taxes $ 68,154 $ 178,000 $ 116,692
Interest 221,973 - -
Supplemental of Non-Cash Investing and Financing Activities:
- -----------------------------------------------------------
Non-cash dividend from subsidiary $10,456,160 $ - $ -
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SCHEDULE II - VALUATION AND QUALIFYING ACCOUNTS
- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Additions
--------------------
Balance at Charged to Charged Balance
beginning costs and to other at end of
Description of period expenses accounts Deductions period
- ----------- ---------- ---------- -------- ---------- ---------
Year ended December 31, 1999
- ----------------------------
Estimated losses on
contracts $ 175,470 $172,572 $ - $ 175,470/(1)/ $ 172,572
========== ======== ======== ========== ==========
Allowance for doubtful
receivables $ 213,362 $ - $ - $ 44,680/(2)/ $ 168,682
========== ======== ======== ========== ==========
Valuation allowances on
deferred tax assets $ 498,365 $880,874 $ - $ - $1,379,239
========== ======== ======== ========== ==========
Year ended December 31, 1998
- ----------------------------
Estimated losses on
contracts $ 256,549 $175,470 $ - $ 256,549/(1)/ $ 175,470
========== ======== ======== ========== ==========
Allowance for doubtful
receivables $ 184,351 $ 29,011 $ - $ - $ 213,362
========== ======== ======== ========== ==========
Valuation allowances on
deferred tax assets $2,236,594 $ - $ - $1,738,229/(3)/ $ 498,365
========== ======== ======== ========== ==========
Year ended December 31, 1997
- ----------------------------
Estimated losses on
contracts $ 390,125 $256,549 $ - $ 390,125/(1)/ $ 256,549
========== ======== ======== ========== ==========
Allowance for doubtful
receivables $ 343,675 $192,837 $ - $ 33,513/(2)/ $ 184,351
========== ======== ======== ========== ==========
Valuation allowances on
deferred tax assets $6,064,997 $ - $ - $3,828,403/(3)/ $2,236,594
========== ======== ======== ========== ==========
/(1)/ Represents amount of reserve relieved through completion of
contracts.
/(2)/ Represents write-off of receivables.
/(3)/ In 1998, reductions in deferred tax valuation allowance and
reduction in valuation allowance due to utilization of net
operating loss in 1997.
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EXHIBITS
EXHIBIT INDEX
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Number Description of Exhibit Page
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21 List of Subsidiaries E-3
23 Consent of Independent Certified
Public Accountants E-4
E-2