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VANCOUVER, Oct. 30, 2019
VANCOUVER, Oct. 30, 2019 /CNW/ - Ballard Power Systems (NASDAQ: BLDP; TSX: BLDP) today announced consolidated financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2019. All amounts are in U.S. dollars unless otherwise noted and have been prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
Randy MacEwen, President and CEO said, "Financial results for Q3 and year-to-date, together with a solid order book going forward, support our expectations for the full year. Ballard delivered Q3 revenue of $24.8 million, gross margin of 25%, Adjusted EBITDA of $(7.2) million and ending cash reserves of $153.4 million. We also announced new purchase orders for FCveloCity® fuel cell modules to be used in Heavy Duty Motive applications."
Mr. MacEwen noted, "The global megatrend toward zero-emission mobility is accelerating and putting increased momentum behind fuel cell-based power for motive applications, including buses, commercial trucks, rail, marine and cars. Against this backdrop, Ballard made measurable progress in our strategic positioning during the past quarter. Further to the launches earlier this year of our next-generation LCS fuel cell stack and FCmoveTM power module – each featuring significant improvements in performance and cost – we are seeing growing market interest in these next generation products, following positive product performance in initial bus tests. We are also progressing our advanced manufacturing plan in our Vancouver operations, with new manufacturing equipment, layout and processes that will reduce cycle time, improve yields, increase production capacity and further reduce product cost. And, we are progressing with our technology transfer program to the Weichai-Ballard joint venture and the construction of our JV manufacturing facility in China."
Mr. MacEwen concluded, "We are reiterating Ballard's full-year 2019 outlook. In addition, we look forward to strong growth in 2020 and beyond, as Ballard solidifies our leadership position in the fuel cell electric vehicle market."
Q3 2019 Financial Highlights
(all comparisons are to Q3 2018 unless otherwise noted)
Q3 2019 Operating Highlights
Q3 2019 Financial Summary
(Millions of U.S. dollars) | Three months ended Sept. 30, | Nine months ended Sept. 30, | ||||
2019 | 2018 | % Change | 2019 | 2018 | % Change | |
GROWTH | ||||||
Fuel Cell Products & Services Revenue:1 | ||||||
Heavy Duty Motive | $5.0 | $6.3 | -21% | $14.0 | $28.9 | -52% |
Portable Power/UAV | $0.1 | $1.9 | -95% | $0.5 | $6.7 | -93% |
Material Handling | $2.8 | $2.7 | 6% | $8.8 | $4.8 | 84% |
Backup Power | $0.2 | $0.3 | -54% | $1.0 | $1.0 | -8% |
Sub-Total | $8.0 | $11.2 | -28% | $24.2 | $41.4 | -42% |
Technology Solutions | $16.8 | $10.4 | 61% | $40.2 | $26.7 | 51% |
Total Fuel Cell Products & Services | $24.8 | $21.6 | 15% | $64.4 | $68.1 | -5% |
PROFITABILITY | ||||||
Gross Margin $ | $6.2 | $6.4 | -4% | $13.9 | $22.5 | -38% |
Gross Margin % | 25% | 30% | -5-point | 22% | 33% | -11-points |
Operating Expenses | $13.0 | $11.8 | 10% | $33.8 | $37.0 | -9% |
Cash Operating Costs2 | $9.3 | $10.6 | -12% | $27.0 | $31.8 | -15% |
Equity gain (loss) in JV & Associates | ($3.2) | $0.0 | -3,200% | ($8.1) | ($0.1) | -8,000% |
Adjusted EBITDA2 | ($7.2) | ($3.6) | -97% | ($20.8) | ($8.3) | -151% |
Net Loss | ($9.8) | ($6.0) | -62% | ($28.8) | ($15.9) | -82% |
Net Loss Per Share | ($0.04) | ($0.03) | -26% | ($0.12) | ($0.09) | -39% |
Adjusted Net Loss2 | ($9.8) | ($6.0) | -62% | ($26.8) | ($15.9) | -69% |
Adjusted Net Loss Per Share2 | ($0.04) | ($0.03) | -26% | ($0.12) | ($0.09) | -39% |
CASH | ||||||
Cash Used by Operating Activities: | ||||||
Cash Operating Income (Loss) | ($2.4) | ($4.9) | 51% | ($9.2) | ($9.4) | -3% |
Working Capital Changes | ($7.2) | ($2.8) | -157% | ($9.2) | ($22.5) | 59% |
Cash Provided (Used) By Operating | ($9.6) | ($7.7) | -24% | ($18.3) | ($31.9) | 42% |
Cash Reserves | $153.4 | $23.2 | 561% |
For a more detailed discussion of Ballard Power Systems' third quarter 2019 results, please see the company's financial statements and management's discussion & analysis, which are available at www.ballard.com/investors, www.sedar.com and www.sec.gov/edgar.shtml.
Conference Call
Ballard will hold a conference call on Thursday, October 31, 2019 at 8:00 a.m. Pacific Time (11:00 a.m. Eastern Time) to review third quarter 2019 operating results. The live call can be accessed by dialing +1.604.638.5340. Alternatively, a live audio and slide webcast can be accessed through a link on Ballard's homepage (www.ballard.com). Following the call, the audio webcast and presentation materials will be archived in the Earnings, Interviews & Presentations area of the Investors section of Ballard's website (www.ballard.com/investors).
About Ballard Power Systems
Ballard Power Systems' (NASDAQ: BLDP; TSX: BLDP) vision is to deliver fuel cell power for a sustainable planet. Ballard zero-emission PEM fuel cells are enabling electrification of mobility, including buses, commercial trucks, trains, marine vessels, passenger cars, forklift trucks and UAVs. To learn more about Ballard, please visit www.ballard.com.
Important Cautions Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This release contains forward-looking statements concerning projected revenue growth, product shipments, gross margin, Adjusted EBITDA, cash operating expenses and product sales. These forward-looking statements reflect Ballard's current expectations as contemplated under section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Any such statements are based on Ballard's assumptions relating to its financial forecasts and expectations regarding its product development efforts, manufacturing capacity, and market demand. For a detailed discussion of the factors and assumptions that these statements are based upon, and factors that could cause our actual results or outcomes to differ materially, please refer to Ballard's most recent management discussion & analysis. Other risks and uncertainties that may cause Ballard's actual results to be materially different include general economic and regulatory changes, detrimental reliance on third parties, successfully achieving our business plans and achieving and sustaining profitability. For a detailed discussion of these and other risk factors that could affect Ballard's future performance, please refer to Ballard's most recent Annual Information Form. These forward-looking statements are provided to enable external stakeholders to understand Ballard's expectations as at the date of this release and may not be appropriate for other purposes. Readers should not place undue reliance on these statements and Ballard assumes no obligation to update or release any revisions to them, other than as required under applicable legislation.
Endnotes: |
1 We report our results in the single operating segment of Fuel Cell Products and Services. Our Fuel Cell Products and Services |
2 Note that Cash Operating Costs, EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted Net Income (Loss), are non GAAP measures. Non GAAP |
Cash Operating Costs measures operating expenses excluding stock based compensation expense, depreciation and amortization, |
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