UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
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FORM 10-Q
Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)
of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2004
GULFMARK OFFSHORE, INC.
Delaware
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)
000-22853
(Commission file number)
76-0526032
(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
4400 Post Oak Parkway, Suite 1170, Houston, Texas 77027
(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)
(713) 963-9522
(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)
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 / /
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an accelerated filer (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act).
YES /X/ NO / /
Number of shares of Common Stock, $0.01 Par Value, outstanding as of May 07, 2004: 20,042,519
(Exhibit Index Located on Page 17)
PART I FINANCIAL INFORMATION
ITEM 1. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements included herein have been prepared by the Company. In the opinion of management, all adjustments, which include reclassifications and normal recurring adjustments necessary to present fairly the financial statements for the periods indicated have been made. Certain information relating to the Company's organization and footnote disclosures normally included in financial statements prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles has been condensed or omitted in this Form 10-Q pursuant to such rules and regulations. However, the Company believes that the disclosures herein are adequate to make the information presented not misleading. It is recommended that these financial statements be read in conjunction with the financial statements and notes thereto included in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2003.
GULFMARK OFFSHORE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
March 31, |
December 31, |
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2004 |
2003 |
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(Unaudited) |
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(In thousands) |
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ASSETS |
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CURRENT ASSETS |
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Cash and cash equivalents |
$12,791 |
$7,510 |
Accounts receivable, net |
35,056 |
37,587 |
Prepaids and other |
3,122 |
4,569 |
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Total current assets |
50,969 |
49,666 |
VESSELS AND EQUIPMENT, at cost, net of accumulated depreciation of |
467,625 |
465,942 |
CONSTRUCTION IN PROGRESS |
19,963 |
19,560 |
GOODWILL |
28,047 |
28,775 |
DEFERRED DRYDOCKING AND OTHER ASSETS |
11,386 |
10,732 |
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$577,990 |
$574,675 |
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LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY |
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CURRENT LIABILITIES: |
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Short-term borrowings and current portion of long-term debt |
$6,795 |
$5,711 |
Accounts payable |
8,289 |
9,733 |
Accrued personnel costs |
8,508 |
7,771 |
Accrued interest expense |
5,225 |
1,302 |
Other accrued liabilities |
1,190 |
2,084 |
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Total current liabilities |
30,007 |
26,601 |
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LONG-TERM DEBT |
237,479 |
236,589 |
DEFERRED TAX LIABILITIES |
19,091 |
18,514 |
OTHER LIABILITIES |
- |
843 |
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES |
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STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY: |
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Preferred stock, no par value; 2,000 authorized; no shares issued |
- |
- |
Common stock, $0.01 par value; 30,000 shares authorized; 20,043 |
200 |
200 |
Additional paid-in capital |
121,357 |
120,933 |
Treasury stock |
(971) |
(898) |
Deferred compensation expense |
971 |
898 |
Retained earnings |
115,386 |
119,245 |
Cumulative translation adjustment |
54,470 |
51,750 |
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Total stockholders' equity |
291,413 |
292,128 |
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$577,990 |
$574,675 |
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated financial statements.
GULFMARK OFFSHORE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(UNAUDITED)
Three Months Ended |
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March 31, |
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2004 |
2003 |
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(In thousands, except |
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REVENUES |
$31,559 |
$28,271 |
COSTS AND EXPENSES: |
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Direct operating expenses |
18,615 |
15,943 |
Bareboat charter expense |
837 |
2,456 |
General and administrative expenses |
3,076 |
2,757 |
Depreciation and amortization |
8,212 |
6,725 |
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30,740 |
27,881 |
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OPERATING INCOME |
819 |
390 |
OTHER INCOME (EXPENSE): |
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Interest expense |
(4,140) |
(3,430) |
Interest income |
30 |
61 |
Other |
(95) |
(432) |
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(4,205) |
(3,801) |
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Loss before taxes |
(3,386) |
(3,411) |
INCOME TAX (PROVISION) BENEFIT |
(473) |
152 |
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NET LOSS |
$(3,859) |
$(3,259) |
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PER SHARE DATA: |
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Net Loss - Basic |
$(0.19) |
$(0.16) |
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Net Loss - Diluted |
$(0.19) |
$(0.16) |
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WEIGHTED AVERAGE SHARES OUTSTANDING (BASIC) |
19,933 |
19,908 |
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WEIGHTED AVERAGE SHARES OUTSTANDING (DILUTED) |
19,933 |
19,908 |
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated financial statements.
GULFMARK OFFSHORE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(UNAUDITED)
Three Months Ended |
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March 31, |
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2004 |
2003 |
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(In thousands) |
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CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES: |
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Net loss |
$(3,859) |
$(3,259) |
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by operating activities: |
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Depreciation and amortization |
8,212 |
6,725 |
Amortization of deferred financing costs |
249 |
317 |
Deferred and other income tax provision (benefit) |
316 |
(152) |
Change in operating assets and liabilities: |
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Accounts receivable |
1,816 |
4,335 |
Prepaids and other |
1,352 |
812 |
Accounts payable |
(2,023) |
(419) |
Accrued liabilities and other |
3,657 |
3,986 |
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Net cash provided by operating activities |
9,720 |
12,345 |
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CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES: |
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Purchases of vessels and equipment |
(1,179) |
(16,686) |
Proceeds from disposition of vessel |
671 |
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Expenditures for drydocking and main engine overhaul |
(2,748) |
(2,213) |
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Net cash used in investing activities |
(3,256) |
(18,899) |
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES: |
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Proceeds from debt |
- |
10,000 |
Repayments of debt |
(1,157) |
(4,512) |
Proceeds from issuance of stock |
79 |
48 |
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Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities |
(1,078) |
5,536 |
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash |
(105) |
(277) |
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NET INCREASE (DECREASE) IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS |
5,281 |
(1,295) |
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS AT BEGINNING OF THE PERIOD |
7,510 |
9,408 |
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CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS AT END OF THE PERIOD |
$12,791 |
$8,113 |
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SUPPLEMENTAL CASH FLOW INFORMATION: |
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Interest paid, net of interest capitalized |
($48) |
$(14) |
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Income taxes paid |
$157 |
$216 |
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated financial statements.
GULFMARK OFFSHORE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(UNAUDITED)
(1) GENERAL
The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of GulfMark Offshore, Inc and its majority owned subsidiaries ("GulfMark" or the "Company"). All significant intercompany accounts and transactions between GulfMark and its subsidiaries have been eliminated. Certain immaterial reclassifications of previously reported information have been made to conform with current year presentation. The balance sheet at December 31, 2003, has been derived from the audited financial statements at that date but does not include all of the information and footnotes required by generally accepted accounting principles for complete financial statements.
We operate offshore support vessels, principally in the North Sea, Southeast Asia, Brazil, India and West Africa. These vessels provide transportation of materials, supplies and personnel to and from offshore platforms and drilling rigs. Some of the vessels also perform anchor handling and towing services.
Basic Earnings Per Share ("EPS") is computed by dividing net income by the weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding during the period. Diluted EPS is computed using the treasury stock method for common stock equivalents. For the three months ended March 31, 2004 and 2003, all options are excluded as their effect is anti-dilutive.
(2) STOCK BASED COMPENSATION
As described more fully in our Annual Report on Form 10-K, we measure compensation expense for our stock-based compensation plans using the intrinsic value method. The following table illustrates the pro forma effect on net loss and earnings (loss) per share if we had used the alternative fair value method to recognize stock-based employee compensation expense (in thousands, except per share data):
Three Months Ended March 31, |
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2004 |
2003 |
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Net Loss as reported |
$(3,859) |
$(3,259) |
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Deduct: Total stock-based employee compensation expense |
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Pro forma net loss |
$(3,945) |
$(3,385) |
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Per Share Information |
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Basic, As reported |
$(0.19) |
$(0.16) |
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Basic, Pro forma |
$(0.20) |
$(0.17) |
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Diluted, As reported |
$(0.19) |
$(0.16) |
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Diluted, Pro forma |
$(0.20) |
$(0.17) |
(3) NEWLY ISSUED ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS
In January 2003, the Financial Accounting Standards Board issued Interpretation No. 46, "Consolidation of Variable Interest Entities" ("FIN 46"). FIN 46 clarifies the application of Accounting Research Bulletin No. 51, "Consolidated Financial Statements" for certain entities in which equity investors do not have the characteristics of a controlling financial interest or do not have sufficient equity at risk for the entity to finance its activities without additional subordinated financial support from other parties. FIN 46 requires that variable interest entities ("VIE"), as defined, should be consolidated by the primary beneficiary, which is defined as the entity that is expected to absorb the majority of the expected losses, receive the majority of the gains, or both. The Interpretation requires that companies disclose certain information about a VIE created prior to February 1, 2003 if it is reasonably possible that
the enterprise will be required to consolidate that entity. The application of this Interpretation is required on the first interim period ending after December 15, 2003 for entities created prior to February 1, 2003, and immediately for any VIE's created subsequent to January 31, 2003. We are not a primary beneficiary of a variable interest entity nor do we hold any significant interests or involvement in a VIE. The adoption of this interpretation did not have an effect on our results of operations or financial position.
(4) COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
The components of comprehensive loss, net of related tax, for the three months ended March 31, 2004 and 2003 are as follows:
Three Months Ended |
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March 31, |
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2004 |
2003 |
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(In thousands) |
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Net loss |
$(3,859) |
$(3,259) |
Foreign currency translation adjustments, net of tax of $(14) for 2004 and $652 for 2003, respectively |
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Comprehensive loss |
$(1,139) |
$(10,768) |
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Our only accumulated comprehensive income item relates to our cumulative foreign currency translation adjustment.
(5) VESSEL ACQUISITIONS/DISPOSITIONS
We have recently completed the Norwegian portion of an ongoing construction program in Norway and Brazil. During the fourth quarter of 2003 we took delivery of one vessel, the Highland Endurance. There is one remaining vessel, the Austral Abrolhos, under construction in Brazil as well as two newbuild vessels under construction in Singapore. The remaining delivery schedule is as follows:
Vessel |
Name |
Delivery Date |
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UT 719-2 |
Austral Abrolhos |
Q3 2004 |
196 ft AHTS |
TBN |
Q1 2005 |
196 ft AHTS |
TBN |
Q1 2005 |
Remaining payments during 2004 related to this program are estimated at $23.5 million, including the final payment for the Austral Abrolhos. Approximately $4.2 million is due in 2005.
Interest is capitalized in connection with the construction of vessels. During the three month periods ended March 31, 2004 and 2003, $0.4 million and $0.5 million, respectively, was capitalized in connection with the construction of vessels.
(6) INCOME TAXES
We consider earnings of certain foreign subsidiaries to be permanently reinvested, and as such have not provided for any U.S. federal or state income taxes on these earnings. Our North Sea operations, based in the U.K. and Norway, have a special tax incentive for qualified shipping operations known as a tonnage tax. This tax replaces the regular corporate tax with one based on a deemed profit per net vessel ton, significantly lowering the tax rate for these jurisdictions. Our overall tax provision is affected by the mix of our operations within various taxing jurisdictions, accordingly, there is no correlation between pretax loss and the tax provision or benefit. For the first quarter of 2004, our income was concentrated in higher tax rate jurisdictions, increasing our blended rate. Our income tax provision for the quarter ended March 31, 2004 was $0.5 million.
ITEM 2. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION
AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
We provide marine support and transportation services to companies involved in the offshore exploration and production of oil and natural gas. Our vessels transport drilling materials, supplies and personnel to offshore facilities, as well as move and position drilling structures. The majority of our operations are based in the North Sea with 34 vessels operating from the area. We also have 13 vessels operating in Southeast Asia, 4 vessels in Brazil and 2 in India. Our fleet has grown in both size and capability from an original 11 vessels acquired in late 1990 to our present level of 53 vessels through strategic acquisitions and new construction of technologically advanced vessels, partially offset by dispositions of certain older, less profitable vessels. Our fleet includes 46 owned vessels, 1 bareboat chartered vessel, and 6 managed vessels.
Our results of operations are affected primarily by day rates, fleet utilization and the number and type of vessels in our fleet. Utilization and day rates, in turn, are influenced principally by the demand for vessel services from the exploration and production sectors of the oil and natural gas industry. The supply of vessels to meet this fluctuating demand is related directly to the perception of future activity in both the drilling and production phases of the oil and natural gas industry as well as the availability of capital to build new vessels to meet the changing market requirements.
Over the last two years, the North Sea market has been characterized by an increase in the delivery of new higher capacity and specification vessels which have replaced older vessels that transferred to other oil service markets. During this same time frame, despite consistently high commodity prices in the oil and gas industry, exploration and production activities by oil and gas companies have not
increased according to historical precedent. These two factors have led to lower utilization in the North Sea market over the last two years than had been experienced in the last decade and applied downward pressure to day rates. The outlook for the near term does not appear to be significantly different than the last two years, with low utilization and day rates. We believe that this market is poised for recovery as new drilling programs and associated construction projects in both the Norwegian and U.K. sectors of the North Sea begin in the latter part of 2004 and in 2005. Until such time as contracts for vessels are tendered, however, it is difficult to predict when this recovery will take place. The other two markets in which we operate, Southeast Asia and Brazil, have been exemplified by consistent demand and relatively stable day rates. There have been several vessel operators that have repositioned equipment into Southeast Asia, in addition to the two vessels we have transferred t
o the region from the North Sea; however, the market has absorbed this influx as utilization and day rates have remained steady. We anticipate these two markets will continue to develop in the near term.
We bareboat charter vessels with revenues and operating expenses reported in the same income and expense categories as our owned vessels. The chartered vessels, however, incur bareboat charter fees instead of depreciation expense. Bareboat charter fees are generally higher than the depreciation expense on owned vessels of similar age and specification. The operating income realized from these vessels is therefore adversely affected by the higher costs associated with the bareboat charter fees. These vessels are included in calculating fleet day rates and utilization in the applicable periods. In addition, we provide management services to other vessel owners for a fee. We do not include charter revenues and vessel expenses of these vessels in our operating results. However, management fees are included in operating revenues. These vessels have been excluded for purposes of calculating fleet rates per day worked and utilization in the applicable periods.
Our operating costs are primarily a function of fleet configuration and utilization levels. The most significant direct operating costs are wages paid to vessel crews, maintenance and repairs, and marine insurance. Generally, fluctuations in vessel utilization have little effect on direct operating costs in the short term. As a result, direct operating costs as a percentage of revenues may vary substantially due to changes in day rates and utilization.
In addition to direct operating costs, we incur fixed charges related to the depreciation of our fleet and costs for routine drydock inspections, maintenance and repairs designed to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and maintaining certifications for our vessels with various international classification societies. Marine inspection amortization charges are generally determined by the aggregate number of drydockings and other repairs undertaken in a given period. Costs incurred for drydock inspection and regulatory compliance are capitalized and amortized over 30 months, which approximates the period between drydockings.
Under applicable maritime regulations, vessels must be drydocked twice in a five-year period for inspection and routine maintenance and repair. The total expenditures for drydockings may vary from quarter to quarter based on the number of drydockings undertaken and the complexity of the work to be performed. Expenditures for drydockings totaled $2.7 million during the three months ended March 31, 2004 compared to $2.2 million during the same period in 2003. Amortization expense related to drydocks was $1.8 million and $2.1 million for the 2004 and 2003 periods, respectively.
Results of Operations
The table below sets forth, by region, the average day rates and utilization for our vessels and the average number of vessels owned or chartered during the periods indicated. These vessels generate substantially all of our revenues and operating profit. We use the information that follows to evaluate the performance of the business.
Three Months Ended |
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March 31, |
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2003 |
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Revenues by Region (000's): |
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North Sea Based Fleet (c) |
$22,579 |
$21,037 |
Southeast Asia Based Fleet |
4,566 |
3,625 |
Brazil Based Fleet |
4,414 |
3,609 |
Rates Per Day Worked (a) (b): |
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North Sea Based Fleet (c) |
$10,400 |
$10,679 |
Southeast Asia Based Fleet |
5,046 |
5,272 |
Brazil Based Fleet |
12,600 |
10,449 |
Overall Utilization (a) (b): |
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North Sea Based Fleet |
73.8% |
76.7% |
Southeast Asia Based Fleet |
86.5% |
66.5% |
Brazil Based Fleet |
97.0% |
98.1% |
Average Owned/Chartered Vessels (a) (d): |
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North Sea Based Fleet (c) |
31.0 |
29.1 |
Southeast Asia Based Fleet |
12.0 |
12.0 |
Brazil Based Fleet |
4.0 |
4.0 |
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Total |
47.0 |
45.1 |
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(a) Includes all owned or bareboat chartered vessels.
(b) Rates per day worked is defined as total charter revenues divided by number of days worked. Utilization rate is defined
as the total days worked divided by total days of availability in the period.
(c) Revenues for vessels in the North Sea based fleet are primarily earned in Pound Sterling (GBP) and Norwegian Kroner
(NOK) and have been converted to U.S. Dollars (US$) at the average exchange rate (GBP/US$ and US$/NOK) for the
periods indicated. The average rates for GBP were 1 GBP= $1.8392 and $1.603 for the quarters ended March 31,
2004 and 2003, respectively. The average rates for NOK were 1 US$= NOK 6.91 and NOK 7.09 for the
quarters ended March 31, 2004 and 2003, respectively.
(d) Adjusted for vessel additions and dispositions occurring during each period.
Critical Accounting Policies
There have been no changes to the critical accounting policies used in our reporting of results of operations and financial position. For a discussion of our critical accounting policies see
Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations in our Form 10-K.
Comparison of the Three Months Ended March 31, 2004 with the Three Months Ended March 31, 2003.
For the quarter ended March 31, 2004, we incurred a net loss of $3.9 million, or $0.19 per diluted share, on revenues of $31.6 million. The net loss during the same period in 2003 was $3.3 million or $0.16 per diluted share on revenues of $28.3 million.
The increase of $3.3 million in revenues compared to the same quarter a year ago was mainly due to an increase in capacity of $2.4 million principally due to additions to our fleet and the addition of one calendar day in the 2004 quarter, including the full quarter effect of the Highland Eagle, Highland Monarch, Highland Valour and Highland Endurance. We also experienced a favorable variance in day rate of $3.8 million, mainly attributable to a positive exchange rate fluctuation. Partially offsetting these increases was a decrease in utilization of $2.9 million, stemming mainly from the mobilization during the quarter of several ships to different areas.
North Sea revenues, reflecting the increase in fleet size, increased $1.6 million to $22.6 million in the first quarter of 2004 from $21.0 million in the prior year quarter. An increase in capacity due to the vessel additions and an additional calendar day in the 2004 quarter when compared to the same 2003 quarter accounted for an increase of $2.0 million. Partially offsetting these increases, utilization in the region decreased to 73.8% in the first quarter of 2004 from 76.7% in the first quarter of 2003 and accounted for approximately $3.7 million of revenue decrease. The average day rate declined to $10,400 in the first quarter of 2004 from $10,679 in the same quarter one year ago; however, a strengthening of both the GBP and NOK exchange rates against the U.S. Dollar was partially responsible for an increase in revenue for the region.
Revenues for our Southeast Asia based fleet increased 26%, from $3.6 million in the first quarter of 2003 to $4.6 million in the first quarter of 2004. The $1.0 million increase was primarily attributable to an increase in utilization, from 66.5% in the first quarter of 2003 to 86.5% in the first quarter of 2004.
Our Brazilian revenues increased 22% from $3.6 million in the first quarter of 2003 to $4.4 million in the first quarter of 2004. The $0.8 million increase was primarily the result of the mobilization of the North Crusader from the North Sea in April 2003. The North Crusader is working as a front-runner to our Brazilian newbuild, scheduled to be delivered in the third quarter of this year. An increase in day rate from $10,449 in the first quarter of 2003 to $12,600 in the same 2004 quarter contributed $0.4 million to the revenue increase. The improvement in average day rate reflects the addition of higher specification vessels as well as rate increases on each of the vessels remaining on the market. Partially offsetting this effect was the return of the Leopard Bay, one of our bareboat chartered vessels, to its owner during the second quarter of 2003.
Operating income increased to $0.8 million in the first quarter of 2004 from $0.4 million for the same quarter one year ago. This increase reflected the revenue increases discussed above, $3.3 million, and a decrease of $1.6 million in bareboat charter expense due to the return of 2 bareboat chartered vessels in the second and third quarters of 2003. Offsetting this increase was higher operating costs associated with the fleet expansion, $2.7 million, increased depreciation and amortization expense primarily related to the increased size of the fleet, $1.5 million, and higher general and administrative expense, $0.3 million.
In the quarter ended March 31, 2004, other expenses of $4.2 million included a $0.7 million increase in interest expense when compared to the first quarter of 2003, mainly attributable to a larger outstanding balance on our line of credit than in the same period last year. Other expenses of $0.1 million included a benefit of $0.8 million related to a reversal of liability associated with the termination of indemnification for tax and legal liabilities of our predecessor relating to periods prior to May 1, 1997. Partially offsetting this benefit was an expense primarily related to the translation of GBP denominated debt on our Norwegian subsidiary as the GBP strengthened against the NOK in the period.
Our income tax provision for the first quarter of 2004 was $0.5 million compared to a benefit of $0.2 million for the same 2003 quarter. The tax rate in the 2004 period reflected pre-tax losses in our lower tax rate jurisdictions of the North Sea and pre-tax profit in the higher tax rate jurisdictions of Brazil and Southeast Asia.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
Our ongoing liquidity requirements are generally associated with our need to service debt, fund working capital, acquire or improve equipment and make other investments. Since inception, we have been active in the acquisition of additional vessels through both the resale market and new construction. Bank financing, equity capital and internally generated funds have historically provided funding for these activities.
At March 31, 2004, we had total debt of $244.3 million, consisting of approximately $129.8 million of Senior Notes, $25.5 million related to certain vessel mortgages, and $89.0 million under our credit facility.
Net working capital for the first quarter of 2004 was $21.0 million, including $12.8 million in cash and cash equivalents. Net cash provided by operating activities decreased by $2.6 million to $9.7 million for the three month period ended March 31, 2004. This decrease was mainly due to working capital changes, partially offset by increased depreciation charges.
Net cash used in investing activities was $3.3 million and $18.9 million for the three months ended March 31, 2004 and 2003, respectively. The 2004 period reflects the proceeds of $0.7 million from the disposition of a vessel. The 2003 period reflects the final payment for the Highland Eagle, as well as other progress payments under the newbuild program and expenditures associated with modifications performed on the North Crusader related to its contract in Brazil.
As of March 31, 2004, total outstanding under out $100 million credit facility was $89 million. The weighted average interest rate of our credit facility as of March 31, 2004 was 5.3%. No repayments or
drawdowns were made on the credit facility during the quarter.
Expenditures related to the vessels under construction in Brazil and Singapore are expected to be approximately $23.5 million during the remainder of 2004, including the final payment for the newbuild UT729-2 Austral Abrolhos which is scheduled for delivery in the third quarter of 2004 and further progress payments on the Singapore newbuilds. Drydocking expenditures for the remainder of 2004 are expected to be approximately $6.0 million.
Substantially all of our tax provision is for deferred taxes. The tonnage tax regimes in both Norway and the U.K. reduces the cash required for taxes in each of these regions. In other regions, accelerated depreciation has minimized the cash requirements for income taxes.
We believe that our current level of cash and short-term investments, cash flows from operations and access to various credit arrangements will provide sufficient resources to finance our operating requirements. Our ability to fund working capital, capital expenditures and debt service in excess of cash on hand will be dependent upon the success of our operations. To the extent that existing sources are insufficient to meet those cash requirements, we would seek other debt or equity financing; however, we can give no assurances that such debt or equity financing would be available on acceptable terms.
Currency Fluctuations and Inflation
In areas where currency risks are potentially high, we normally accept only a small percentage of charter hire in local currency. The remainder is paid in U.S. Dollars.
Substantially all of our operations are international; therefore we are exposed to currency fluctuations and exchange rate risks. Charters for vessels in the North Sea fleet are primarily denominated in British Pound Sterling ("GBP") with a portion denominated in Norwegian Kroner ("NOK"). Operating costs are substantially denominated in the same currency as charter hire in order to reduce the risk of currency fluctuations. For the three months ended March 31, 2004, currency fluctuations in GBP and NOK did not have a material impact on the results of our operations. For the quarter ended March 31, 2004, the average NOK/U.S. Dollar exchange rate was 1 USD = NOK 6.91, while the average GBP/U.S. Dollar exchange rate was 1 GBP = $1.84. The average exchange rates in the comparable 2003 period were 1 USD = 7.09 NOK and 1 GBP=$1.60. Our North Sea based fleet generated $22.6 million in revenues and $1.8 million in operating loss for the three mon
ths ended March 31, 2004.
Reflected in the accompanying balance sheet as of March 31, 2004, is a $54.5 million cumulative translation adjustment which fluctuates based on differences in GBP and NOK exchange rates as of each balance sheet date compared to the exchange rates when we invested capital in these markets. Changes in the cumulative translation adjustment are non-cash items that are primarily attributable to investments in vessels and dollar based capitalization between the parent company and its foreign subsidiaries.
During the fourth quarter of 2003, we converted the outstanding balance on our credit facility to GBP in order to match the primary currency of the revenue stream for the collateral vessels. The
majority of the remaining debt is denominated in U.S. Dollars. After evaluating the remaining U.S. Dollar debt, we have determined that it is in our best interest not to use any financial instruments to hedge this exposure under present conditions. Our decision is based on a number of factors, including among others:
- The cost of using hedging instruments in relation to the risks of currency fluctuations,
- - The propensity for adjustments in GBP denominated vessel day rates over time to compensate for
changes in the purchasing power of GBP as measured in U.S. Dollars,
- - The level of U.S. Dollar denominated borrowings available to us, and
- - The conditions in our U.S. Dollar generating regional markets.
One or more of these factors may change and we, in response, may choose to use financial instruments to hedge risks of currency fluctuations.
To date, general inflationary trends have not had a material effect on our operating revenues or expenses.
Forward-Looking Statements
This Form 10-Q contains certain forward-looking statements and other statements that are not historical facts concerning, among other things, market conditions, the demand for marine support services and future capital expenditures. These statements are subject to certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions, including, without limitation:
- dependence on the oil and gas industry,
- oil and gas prices,
- ongoing capital expenditure requirements,
- uncertainties surrounding environmental and government regulation,
- risk relating to leverage,
- risk of foreign operations assumptions concerning competition,
- risk of currency fluctuations, and
- other matters.
We cannot assure you that we have accurately identified and properly weighed all of the factors which affect market conditions and demand for our vessels, that the information upon which we have relied is accurate or complete, that our analysis of the market and demand for our vessels is correct, or that the strategy based on that analysis will be successful.
ITEM 3. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK
Interest Rate Sensitivity
Our financial instruments that are potentially sensitive to changes in interest rates include the Senior Notes Offering. As of March 31, 2004, the fair value of these notes, based on quoted market prices, was approximately $133.9 million compared to a carrying amount of $129.8 million.
Exchange Rate Sensitivity
We operate in a number of international areas and are involved in transactions denominated in currencies other than U.S. Dollars, which exposes us to foreign currency exchange risk. At various times we may utilize forward exchange contracts, local currency borrowings and the payment structure of customer contracts to selectively hedge exposure to exchange rate fluctuations in connection with monetary assets, liabilities and cash flows denominated in certain foreign currency. We do not hold or issue forward exchange contracts or other derivative financial instruments for speculative purposes.
Other information required under Item 3 has been incorporated into Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations.
ITEM 4. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
(a) Evaluation of disclosure controls and procedures. Based on their evaluation of our disclosure controls and procedures as of the end of the period covered by this report, our Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer have concluded that the disclosure controls and procedures are effective in ensuring that the information required to be disclosed by us in the reports that we file or submit under the Securities Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the Securities and Exchange Commission's rules and forms.
(b) Changes in internal control over financial reporting. There were no changes in our internal control over financial reporting that occurred during our most recent fiscal quarter that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.
PART II OTHER INFORMATION
ITEM 6. Exhibits and Reports on Form 8-K.
(a) Exhibits
See Exhibit Index for list of Exhibits filed herewith
(b) Reports on Form 8-K.
February 24, 2004 |
Item 9, Regulation FD (informational only) |
February 26, 2004 |
Item 9, Regulation FD (informational only) |
March 8, 2004 |
Item 9, Regulation FD (informational only) |
March 19, 2004 |
Item 9, Regulation FD (informational only) |
April 6, 2004 |
Item 9, Regulation FD (informational only) |
April 15, 2004 |
Item 9, Regulation FD (informational only) |
April 29, 2004 |
Item 9, Regulation FD (informational only) |
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.
GulfMark Offshore, Inc.
(Registrant)
By: /s/ Edward A. Guthrie
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Edward A. Guthrie
Executive Vice President and
Chief Financial Officer
Date: May 07, 2004
EXHIBIT INDEX
Exhibit No. |
Document Description |
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31.1 |
Section 302 certification for B.A. Streeter |
Filed herewith |
31.2 |
Section 302 certification for E.A. Guthrie |
Filed herewith |
32.1 |
Section 906 certification furnished for B.A. Streeter |
Filed herewith |
32.2 |
Section 906 certification furnished for E.A. Guthrie |
Filed herewith |