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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 June 30, 2004
GULFMARK OFFSHORE, INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
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 August 9, 2004: 20,091,264
(Exhibit Index Located on Page 20)
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PART I FINANCIAL INFORMATION
ITEM 1. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements included herein have been prepared by the Company without audit, pursuant to the rules and regulations of the S.E.C. 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 yea
r ended December 31, 2003.
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GULFMARK OFFSHORE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
June 30, |
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 |
$7,595 |
$7,510 |
Accounts receivable, net |
40,215 |
37,587 |
Prepaids and other |
2,686 |
4,569 |
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Total current assets |
50,496 |
49,666 |
VESSELS AND EQUIPMENT at cost, net of accumulated depreciation of |
456,029 |
465,942 |
CONSTRUCTION IN PROGRESS |
24,468 |
19,560 |
GOODWILL |
27,756 |
28,775 |
DEFERRED DRYDOCKING AND OTHER ASSETS |
12,029 |
10,732 |
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$570,778 |
$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 |
$11,426 |
$5,711 |
Accounts payable |
11,254 |
9,733 |
Accrued personnel costs |
7,455 |
7,771 |
Accrued interest expense |
2,623 |
1,302 |
Other accrued liabilities |
3,269 |
2,084 |
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Total current liabilities |
36,027 |
26,601 |
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LONG-TERM DEBT |
232,220 |
236,589 |
18,447 |
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DEFERRED TAX LIABILITIES |
18,447 |
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; 20,011 |
200 |
200 |
Additional paid-in capital |
121,436 |
120,933 |
Treasury stock |
(1,059) |
(898) |
Deferred compensation expense |
1,059 |
898 |
Retained earnings |
114,686 |
119,245 |
Cumulative translation adjustment |
47,762 |
51,750 |
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Total stockholders' equity |
284,084 |
292,128 |
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$570,778 |
$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 |
Six Months Ended |
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June 30, |
June 30, |
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2004 |
2003 |
2004 |
2003 |
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(In thousands, except per share amounts) |
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REVENUES |
$32,237 |
$ 34,348 |
$63,796 |
$ 62,619 |
COSTS AND EXPENSES: |
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Direct operating expenses |
16,926 |
16,604 |
35,541 |
32,547 |
Bareboat charter expense |
573 |
1,980 |
1,410 |
4,436 |
General and administrative expenses |
2,995 |
2,505 |
6,071 |
5,262 |
Depreciation and amortization |
8,298 |
6,838 |
16,510 |
13,563 |
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28,792 |
27,927 |
59,532 |
55,808 |
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OPERATING INCOME |
3,445 |
6,421 |
4,264 |
6,811 |
OTHER INCOME (EXPENSE): |
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Interest expense, net of interest income |
(4,045) |
(3,134) |
(8,155) |
(6,503) |
Other |
(213) |
(650) |
(308) |
(1,082) |
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(4,258) |
(3,784) |
(8,463) |
(7,585) |
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Income (loss) before taxes |
(813) |
2,637 |
(4,199) |
(774) |
INCOME TAX (PROVISION) BENEFIT |
113 |
(75) |
(360) |
77 |
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NET INCOME (LOSS) |
$(700) |
$ 2,562 |
$(4,559) |
$ (697) |
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PER SHARE DATA: |
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Net Income (loss) - Basic |
$(0.04) |
$ 0.13 |
(0.23) |
$ (0.03) |
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Net Income (loss) - Diluted |
$(0.04) |
$ 0.13 |
(0.23) |
$ (0.03) |
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WEIGHTED AVERAGE SHARES OUTSTANDING (BASIC) |
19,942 |
19,921 |
19,937 |
19,915 |
WEIGHTED AVERAGE SHARES OUTSTANDING (DILUTED) |
19,942 |
20,289 |
19,937 |
19,915 |
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated financial statements.
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GULFMARK OFFSHORE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(UNAUDITED)
Six Months Ended |
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June 30, |
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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 |
$ (4,559) |
$(697) |
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by operating activities: |
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Depreciation and amortization |
16,510 |
13,563 |
Amortization of deferred financing costs |
420 |
618 |
Deferred and other income tax provision (benefit) |
273 |
(77) |
Gain on sale of assets |
(11) |
- |
Foreign currency transaction loss |
1,153 |
1,052 |
Change in operating assets and liabilities: |
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Accounts receivable |
1,534 |
1,722 |
Prepaids and other |
1,760 |
693 |
Accounts payable |
(2,634) |
(1,085) |
Accrued liabilities and other |
(2,349) |
173 |
Expenditure for drydocking |
(5,038) |
(5,389) |
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Net cash provided by operating activities |
7,059 |
10,573 |
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CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES: |
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Purchases of vessels and equipment |
(7,153) |
(23,485) |
Proceeds from disposition of equipment |
686 |
- |
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Net cash used in investing activities |
(6,467) |
(23,485) |
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES: |
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Proceeds from debt |
4,000 |
19,000 |
Repayments of debt |
(4,914) |
(9,652) |
Proceeds from issuance of stock |
157 |
147 |
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Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities |
(757) |
9,495 |
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash |
250 |
905 |
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NET INCREASE (DECREASE) IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS |
85 |
(2,512) |
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 |
$ 7,595 |
$6,896 |
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SUPPLEMENTAL CASH FLOW INFORMATION: |
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Interest paid, net of interest capitalized |
$ 5,518 |
$5,763 |
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Income taxes paid |
$ 275 |
$325 |
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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 reclassifications of previously reported information have been made to conform with current year presentation. We have reclassified drydocking expenditures, which relate to periodic classification society and regulatory requirements for certification of our vessels, in our statements of cash flows to operating activities. Prior to this reclassification, we presented such expenditures in investing activities. This reclassification will neither increase nor decrease cash or cash equivalents. 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 U.S. ge
nerally accepted accounting principles for complete financial statements.
We provide marine support and transportation services to companies involved in the offshore exploration and production of oil and natural gas. Our fleet of vessels provides various services that support the ongoing operation and construction of offshore oil and natural gas facilities and drilling rigs, including the transportation of materials, supplies and personnel, and the positioning of drilling structures. We conduct the majority of our operations in the North Sea with the balance in offshore Southeast Asia, Brazil and India.
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 June 30, 2004 and six months ended June 30, 2004 and 2003, all common stock equivalents are excluded as their effect is anti-dilutive.
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 earnings (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 June 30, |
Six Months Ended June 30, |
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2004 |
2003 |
2004 |
2003 |
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Net Income (Loss) as reported |
$(700) |
$ 2,562 |
$(4,559) |
$(697) |
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Employee stock based compensation included in net income, net of tax |
28 |
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57 |
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Pro forma stock-based employee compensation expenses determined under fair value based method, net of related tax effects |
(89) |
(215) |
(311) |
(341) |
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Pro forma net earnings (loss) |
$(761) |
$ 2,347 |
$(4,813) |
$ (1,038) |
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Per Share Information |
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Basic, As reported |
$(0.04) |
$ 0.13 |
$(0.23) |
$ (0.03) |
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Basic, Pro forma |
$ (0.04) |
$ 0.12 |
$ (0.24) |
$ (0.05) |
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Diluted, As reported |
$ (0.04) |
$ 0.13 |
$ (0.23) |
$ (0.03) |
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Diluted, Pro forma |
$ (0.04) |
$ 0.12 |
$ (0.24) |
$ (0.05) |
(3) COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)
The components of comprehensive income (loss), net of related tax, for the three and six months ended June 30, 2004 and 2003 are as follows:
Three Months Ended |
Six Months Ended |
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June 30, |
June 30, |
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2004 |
2003 |
2004 |
2003 |
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(In thousands) |
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Net income (loss) |
$ (700) |
$2,562 |
$ (4,559) |
$(697) |
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Foreign currency translation adjustments, net of tax of $(537) and $(319) for 2004 and $1,008 and $407 for 2003, respectively |
(6,708) |
12,601 |
(3,988) |
5,092 |
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Comprehensive income (loss) |
$(7,408) |
$15,163 |
$(8,547) |
$4,395 |
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Our only accumulated comprehensive income item relates to our cumulative foreign currency translation adjustment.
(4) VESSEL ACQUISITIONS/DISPOSITIONS
Presently, we are constructing three newbuild vessels, one for a long-term contract in Brazil and two for long-term contracts in Mexico. The Brazilian newbuild is scheduled for delivery in the second half of 2004 and will cost approximately $24 million of which $9.5 million remains to be paid upon delivery. The Mexican newbuilds are scheduled for delivery in the first quarter of 2005 and will cost a total of approximately $22 million, $13.9 million of which remains to be paid on these vessels. 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 |
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Interest is capitalized in connection with the construction of vessels. During the three month period ended June 30, 2004 and 2003, $0.5 million and $0.4 million, respectively, was capitalized in connection with the construction of vessels. During the six months ended June 30, 2004 and 2003, respectively, $0.9 million and $0.9 million were capitalized.
(5) INCOME TAXES
We consider earnings of certain foreign subsidiaries to be permanently reinvested, and as such have not provided for any US federal or state income taxes on these earnings. Our overall tax provision is affected by the mix of our operations within various taxing jurisdictions; accordingly, there is limited correlation between pretax loss and the tax provision or benefit. Our North Sea operations based in the UK 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. Currently, the Company's UK tax return is under audit by the Inland Revenue. The Company believes that any findings as a result of the tax audit or any future reviews in any of the taxing jurisdictions in which we operate will not have a material adverse impact on the financial statements.
(6) SUBSEQUENT EVENTS
On July 2, 2004, we commenced a tender offer to purchase all of our outstanding $130 million aggregate principal amount of 8.75% senior notes due 2008 for cash in an amount up to 103.29% of the principal amount thereof, plus accrued and unpaid interest to, but excluding, the applicable settlement date. In connection with the tender offer, we also solicited and received the consent of the holders of our 8.75% senior notes to amend the indenture governing the 8.75% senior notes to eliminate substantially all of the restrictive covenants contained in the indenture. We intend to use the net proceeds of the debt offering discussed below to purchase the 8.75% senior notes, to repay a portion of indebtedness outstanding under our $100 million Senior Secured Reducing Revolving Multi-Currency Credit Facility, or the Credit Facility, and for general corporate purposes. As of July 31, 2004, when the tender offer expired, we had purchased $104,245,000 in aggregate pri
ncipal amount of the 8.75% senior notes, or 80%, of such notes. We currently have called for redemption on August 23, 2004 any remaining outstanding 8.75% senior notes for cash at a price equal to 102.917% of the principal amount thereof, plus accrued and unpaid interest to, but excluding, the redemption date
On July 21, 2004, we issued $160 million aggregate principal amount of 7.75% senior notes due 2014. The 7.75% senior notes pay interest semi-annually on January 15 and July 15, commencing January 15, 2005 with the following redemption provisions:
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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 31 vessels operating from the area. We also have 11 vessels operating in Southeast Asia, six vessels in Brazil and two in India. Our fleet has grown in both size and capability from an original 11 vessels acquired in 1990 to our present level of 50 vessels, through strategic acquisitions and new construction of technologically advanced vessels, partially offset by dispositions of certain older, less profitable vessels. Our fleet includes 44 owned vessels, and six 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.
In recent years, the North Sea market has been characterized by delivery of new higher capacity and specification vessels, which have generally left the region or 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 early months of 2004 were consistent with the lower utilization and day rates obtained during the previous two years. Improvements in industry day rates, and more particularly in utilization, during the later part of May and June may indicate improving conditions, but do not provide significant confirmation of improvement.
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 to 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.
From time to time, 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
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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. We have no bareboat chartered vessels at the present time.
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 period to period based on the number of drydockings undertaken and the complexity of the work to be performed. Expenditures for drydockings totaled $5.0 million during the six months ended June 30, 2004 compared to $5.4 million during the same period in 2003. Amortization expense related to drydocks was $3.7 million and $4.0 million for the 2004 and 2003 year to date periods, respectively.
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.
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.
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Three Months Ended |
Six Months Ended |
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June 30, |
June 30, |
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2004 |
2003 |
2004 |
2003 |
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Revenues by Region (000's): |
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North Sea Based Fleet (c) |
$ 23,967 |
$ 25,446 |
$ 46,546 |
$46,483 |
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Southeast Asia Based Fleet |
4,427 |
4,935 |
8,993 |
8,560 |
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Brazil Based Fleet |
3,843 |
3,967 |
8,257 |
7,576 |
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Rates Per Day Worked (a) (b): |
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North Sea Based Fleet (c) |
$10,935 |
$11,805 |
$10,707 |
$11,283 |
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Southeast Asia Based Fleet |
4,761 |
5,164 |
4,960 |
5,214 |
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Brazil Based Fleet |
11,674 |
11,428 |
12,158 |
10,955 |
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Overall Utilization (a) (b): |
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North Sea Based Fleet |
81.0% |
82.0% |
77.4% |
77.9% |
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Southeast Asia Based Fleet |
78.4% |
90.8% |
81.6% |
78.6% |
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Brazil Based Fleet |
91.9% |
94.7% |
94.4% |
96.2% |
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Average Owned/Chartered Vessels (a) (d): |
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North Sea Based Fleet (c) |
29.7 |
29.6 |
30.1 |
29.8 |
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Southeast Asia Based Fleet |
13.0 |
12.0 |
12.7 |
12.0 |
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Brazil Based Fleet |
4.0 |
4.1 |
4.0 |
4.0 |
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Total |
46.7 |
45.7 |
46.8 |
45.8 |
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(a) Includes all owned or bareboat chartered vessels.
(b) Rates per day worked is defined as total charter revenues divided by number of days worked. Utilization rate is defined
as the total days worked divided by total days of availability in the period.
(c) Revenues for vessels in the North Sea based fleet are primarily earned in Pound Sterling (GBP) and Norwegian Kroner
(NOK) and have been converted to U.S. Dollars (US$) at the average exchange rate (GBP/US$ and US$/NOK) for the
periods indicated. The average rates for GBP were 1 GBP= $1.808 and $1.618 for the quarters ended June 30,
2004 and 2003, respectively. The average rates for GBP were 1 GBP= $1.824 and $1.611 for the six months ended June 30, 2004 and 2003, respectively. The average rates for NOK were 1 US$= NOK 6.86 and NOK 7.0 for the
quarters ended June 30, 2004 and 2003, respectively. The average rates for NOK were 1 US$= NOK 6.89 and NOK
7.04 for the six months ended June 30, 2004 and 2003, respectively.
(d) Adjusted for vessel additions and dispositions occurring during each period.
Comparison of the Three Months Ended June 30, 2004 with the Three Months Ended June 30, 2003
For the quarter ended June 30, 2004, we had a net loss of $0.7 million, or $0.04 per diluted share, on revenues of $32.2 million. Net income during the same period in 2003 was $2.6 million, or $0.13 per diluted share on revenues of $34.3 million.
The decrease of $2.1 million in revenues compared to the same quarter a year ago was mainly due to decreases in both day rates, $3.4 million, and utilization, $2.8 million. Partially offsetting this effect <PAGE>Page 12
was higher capacity of $2.0 million largely related to the delivery of three vessels from our newbuild program, the Highland Monarch and Highland Valour delivered in the third quarter of last year and the Highland Endurance delivered in the fourth quarter of last year. Additionally offsetting the decreases was a positive effect of currency translation of $2.1 million.
In the second quarter of 2003, we elected not to contract our vessels under long-term contracts in the belief that the market would rebound during the second half of 2003 and result in higher day rates
for long term fixtures. More of our vessels, therefore, were exposed to the spot market and as a result, North Sea utilization decreased from 82.0% in the second quarter of 2003 to 81.0% in the same 2004 quarter, resulting in a North Sea revenue decrease of $1.5 million or 6%. North Sea day rates decreased from $11,805 in the second quarter of 2003 to $10,935 in the same 2004 quarter.
Our Brazilian revenues decreased $0.1 million, or 3%, primarily as the result of a decrease in utilization from 94.7% in the second quarter of 2003 to 91.9% in the second quarter of 2004, as two of the vessels were drydocked during the period.
Revenues for our Southeast Asia based fleet decreased by $0.5 million, or 10%, as a result of decreases in both day rates and utilization. Southeast Asia utilization dropped from 90.8% in the second quarter of 2003 to 78.4% in the same 2004 quarter, and day rates decreased $403 from $5,164 in the second quarter of 2003 to $4,761 in the same quarter this year.
Operating income of $3.4 million in the second quarter of 2004 reflected the revenue decreases discussed above as well as increased costs resulting from the full effect of the addition of three newbuild vessels. Offsetting this effect was the reduction in bareboat charter expense related to the return of bareboat chartered vessels, along with a related $0.4 million reduction in the redundancy reserve. All bareboat charter vessels have been returned to their owners as of June 30, 2004. In addition, a benefit of a $0.4 million related to the periodic evaluation of certain employee related liabilities, and the effect of a stronger foreign exchange rates against the U.S. dollar in the 2004 period were recognized in the quarter. A depreciation and amortization expense increase of $1.5 million for the second quarter of 2004, when compared to the same 2003 quarter, reflects the growth of the fleet.
Other expenses in the second quarter of 2004 included an increase of $0.9 million in interest expense, net of interest income over the same quarter in 2003. The increase in interest expense was mainly attributed to additional borrowings under our credit facility. Other expenses in 2004 included a $0.2 million expense primarily related to the translation of GBP denominated debt on our Norwegian subsidiary as the GBP strengthened against the NOK during the second quarter.
Our income tax benefit for the second quarter of 2004 was $0.1 million compared to a provision of $0.1 million for the same 2003 quarter. For the second quarter of 2004, our income from higher tax rate jurisdictions decreased, decreasing our blended rate.
Comparison of the Six Months Ended June 30, 2004 with the Six Months Ended June 30, 2003
For the six months ended June 30, 2004, we incurred a net loss of $4.6 million, or $0.23 per diluted share, on revenues of $63.8 million. The net loss during the same period in 2003 was $0.7 million, or $0.03 per diluted share, on revenues of $62.6 million.
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The increase of $1.2 million in revenues compared to the same period a year ago was mainly due to an increase in capacity of $4.7 million principally as a result of the addition of one calendar day in the six month period in 2004, and the full effect of the 2003 deliveries of the Highland Eagle, Highland Monarch, Highland Valour and Highland Endurance. Additionally, a favorable currency translation effect was responsible for $4.4 million of the increase. Partially offsetting this increase are a $3.1 million decrease in dayrates and a $4.8 million decrease in utilization, stemming mainly from the increased number of our vessels working on the spot market.
North Sea revenues remained constant year over year at $46.5 million. An increase in capacity due to the full six month effect of vessel additions and an additional calendar day in the 2004 period were largely offset by a decrease in utilization, from 77.9% in 2003 to 77.4% in 2004, resulting from a number of our vessels working in the spot market in the 2004 period. The average day rate declined to $10,707 in the six months ended June 30, 2004 from $11,283 in the same 2003 period; however, this decrease was offset for the most part by a strengthening of both the GBP and NOK exchange rates against the U.S. Dollar.
Revenues for our Southeast Asia based fleet increased 5%, from $8.6 million in the first six months of 2003 to $9.0 million in the same 2004 period. The $0.4 million increase was primarily attributable to an increase in utilization, from 78.6% in 2003 to 81.6% in 2004.
Our Brazilian revenues increased 9% from $7.6 million in 2003 to $8.2 million in 2004. The $0.6 million increase was primarily the result of an increase in day rate from $10,955 in the first six months of 2003 to $12,158 in the same 2004 period. This increase contributed $0.5 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 in the market. The mobilization of the North Crusader from the North Sea in April 2003 as a front-runner to our Brazilian newbuild scheduled to be delivered in the third quarter of this year partially offset by the decrease in revenue due to the return of a bareboat chartered vessel to its owner in the second quarter of 2003 was mainly responsible for the balance of the increase.
Operating income decreased to $4.3 million in the six month period ended June 30, 2004 from $6.8 million for the same period one year ago. This decrease was due in part to increases in operating expenses of $3.0 million and depreciation and amortization expense of $2.9 million largely due to the increase in fleet size. Additionally, an increase in general and administrative expenses of $0.8 million due largely to the increase in exchange rate of the GBP and NOK against the dollar contributed to the decrease. Offsetting this decrease was the increase in revenue of $1.2 million discussed above and a decrease in bareboat charter expense of $3.0 million, along with a related $0.4 million reduction in the redundancy reserve. All bareboat charter vessels have been returned to their owners as of June 30, 2004. In addition, a benefit of a $0.4 million related to the periodic evaluation of certain employee related liabilities, and the effect of a stronger foreign exch ange rates against the U.S. dollar in the 2004 period were recognized.
In the six months ended June 30, 2004, other expenses of $8.5 million included a $1.7 million increase in interest expense when compared to the same period in 2003, mainly attributable to a larger outstanding balance on our line of credit than last year. Other expenses of $0.3 million in the 2004 period 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 <PAGE>Page 14
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 half of 2004 was $0.4 million compared to a benefit of $0.1
million for the same 2003 period. The tax rate in the 2004 period reflected pre-tax profits in our 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 June 30, 2004, we had total debt of $243.6 million, consisting of approximately $129.8 million of Senior Notes, $23.9 million related to certain vessel mortgages, and $89.9 million under our credit facility.
Net working capital for the second quarter of 2004 was $14.5 million, including $7.6 million in cash and cash equivalents. Net cash provided by operating activities decreased by $3.5 million to $7.1 million for the six month period ended June 30, 2004. This decrease was mainly due to working capital changes, and increased operating costs. Effective with the second quarter of 2004, we have reclassified drydocking expenditures, which relate to periodic Classification Society and regulatory requirements for certification of our vessels, in our statements of cash flows to operating activities. Prior to this reclassification, we presented such expenditures in investing activities. This reclassification will neither increase nor decrease cash or cash equivalents.
Net cash used in investing activities was $6.5 million and $23.5 million for the six months ended June 30, 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 June 30, 2004, total outstanding under our $100 million credit facility was $89.9 million. The weighted average interest rate of our credit facility as of June 30, 2004 was 5.6%. A $4.0 million drawdown and subsequent $2.0 million repayment were made on the credit facility in addition to $2.9 million repayment on the acquisition facilities during the quarter. We are required, on a consolidated basis, not to exceed a maximum Leverage Ratio and to maintain a specified interest coverage ratio, and a minimum net worth. We are currently in compliance, however, we cannot give assurance that the results of operations will result in compliance in future periods.
Expenditures related to the vessels under construction in Brazil and Singapore are expected to be approximately $18.9 million during the remainder of 2004, including the final payment for the newbuild UT719-2 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 <PAGE>Page 15
2004 are expected to be approximately $2.5 million.
Substantially all of our tax provision is for deferred taxes. The tonnage tax regimes in both Norway and the U.K. reduce the cash required for taxes in each of these regions. In other regions, accelerated depreciation has minimized the cash requirements for income taxes.
On July 2, 2004, we commenced a tender offer to purchase all of our outstanding $130 million aggregate principal amount of 8.75% senior notes due 2008 for cash in an amount up to 103.29% of the principal amount thereof, plus accrued and unpaid interest to, but excluding, the applicable settlement date. In connection with the tender offer, we also solicited and received the consent of the holders of our 8.75% senior notes to amend the indenture governing the 8.75% senior notes to
eliminate substantially all of the restrictive covenants contained in the indenture. We intend to use the net proceeds of the debt offering discussed below to purchase the 8.75% senior notes, to repay a portion of indebtedness outstanding under our $100 million Senior Secured Reducing Revolving Multi-Currency Credit Facility, or the Credit Facility, and for general corporate purposes. As of July 31, 2004, when the tender offer expired, we had purchased $104,245,000 in aggregate principal amount of the 8.75% senior notes, or 80%, of such notes. We currently have called for redemption on August 23, 2004 any remaining outstanding 8.75% senior notes for cash at a price equal to 102.917% of the principal amount thereof, plus accrued and unpaid interest to, but excluding, the redemption date.
On July 21, 2004, we issued $160 million aggregate principal amount of 7.75% senior notes due 2014. The 7.75% senior notes pay interest semi-annually on January 15 and July 15, commencing January 15, 2005 with the following redemption provisions:
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.
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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 GBP with a portion denominated in 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 June 30, 2004, currency fluctuations in GBP and NOK did not have a material impact on the results of our operations. For the quarter ended June 30, 2004, the average NOK/U.S. Dollar exchange rate was 1 USD = NOK 6.86, while the average GBP/U.S. Dollar exchange rate was 1 GBP = $1.808. The average exchange rates in the comparable 2003 period were 1 USD = 7.0 NOK and 1 GBP=$1.618. Our North Sea based fleet generated $24.0 million in revenues and $2.0 million in operating income for the three months ended June 30, 2004.
Reflected in the accompanying balance sheet as of June 30, 2004, is a $47.8 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 and transportation support services and future capital expenditures. These statements are subject to certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions, including, without limitation:
operational risk,
dependence on the oil and gas industry,
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oil and gas prices,
delay or cost over runs on construction projects,
ongoing capital expenditure requirements,
uncertainties surrounding environmental and government regulation,
risk relating to leverage,
risks of foreign operations,
risk of war, sabotage or terrorism,
assumptions concerning competition,
risks of currency fluctuations, and
other matters.
These statements are based on certain assumptions and analyses made by us in light of our experience and perception of historical trends, current conditions, expected future developments and other factors we believe are appropriate under the circumstances. Such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, including the risk factors discussed above, general economic and business conditions, the business opportunities that may be presented to and pursued by GulfMark, changes in law or regulations and other factors, many of which are beyond our control.
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 our 8.75% Senior Notes. As of June 30, 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 <PAGE>Page 18
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 5. SUBMISSION OF MATTERS OF A VOTE OF SECURITY HOLDERS
At the Company's Annual meeting of Stockholders held on May 10, 2004, the stockholders of the
Company approved the election of all nominated directors as follows:
Nominee |
In Favor |
Withheld |
--------------------------- |
-------------- |
-------------- |
David J. Butters |
15,142,704 |
4,161,246 |
Peter I. Bijur |
18,484,816 |
819,134 |
Marshall A. Crowe |
18,537,362 |
766,588 |
Louis S. Gimbel, 3rd |
18,537,358 |
766,592 |
Sheldon S. Gordon |
18,529,620 |
774,330 |
Robert B. Millard |
15,187,080 |
4,116,870 |
Bruce A. Streeter |
15,327,943 |
3,976,007 |
At the Company's Annual meeting of Stockholders held on May 10, 2004, the stockholders of the Company approved the selection of Ernst & Young as the Company's independent auditors for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2004 as follows:
For |
Against |
Abstained |
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---------- |
------------- |
18,943,609 |
357,085 |
3,256 |
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 filed during the second quarter of 2004.
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) |
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Reports on Form 8-K filed subsequently to the second quarter of 2004.
July 2, 2004 |
Items 5 and 7 |
July 9, 2004 |
Items 5 and 7 |
July 12, 2004 |
Items 5 and 7 |
July 14, 2004 |
Items 5 and 7 |
July 21, 2004 |
Items 5 and 7 |
July 22, 2004 |
Items 5 and 7 |
July 29, 2004 |
Item # 9, Regulation FD (informational only) |
August 3, 2004 |
Items 5 and 7 |
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: August 9, 2004
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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 |