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Perma-Pipe International Holdings, Inc. Announces First Quarter Fiscal 2025 Financial Results
Article content The Company generated net sales of $46.7 million compared to $34.3 million in the first quarter of 2024 Income before income taxes of $7.4 million versus $2.6 million in the first quarter of 2024 Backlog of $131.1 million at April 30, 2025, compared to $63.1 million at April 30, 2024 Article content SPRING, Texas — Perma-Pipe International Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: PPIH) announced today financial results for the first quarter ended April 30, 2025. Article content 'Sales for the first quarter were $46.7 million, resulting in an increase of $12.4 million, or 36.2%, compared to $34.3 million in the same quarter last year. Net income attributable to common stock of $5.0 million was an increase of $3.6 million, or 243%, compared to $1.4 million in the first quarter of the prior year,' noted President and CEO Saleh Sagr. Article content Backlog currently stands at $131.1 million, a decrease of $7.0 million, compared to $138.1 million at January 31, 2025. However, the Company has experienced a significant increase in backlog of $68.0 million, or 108%, compared to $63.1 million at April 30, 2024. We feel encouraged with the level of backlog we have obtained, which remains more than double the level of reported backlog at the end of the first quarter last year,' Mr. Sagr continued. Article content 'Our first quarter results represent unprecedented performance on behalf of the Company as both sales and net income attributable to common stock are the highest levels of performance in the first quarter since transitioning from MFRI to Perma-Pipe in 2017. Additionally, net income attributable to common stock during the first quarter represents approximately 55% of the Company's full year fiscal 2024 results,' noted President and CEO Saleh Sagr. Article content 'We are pleased with the level of business activity we are experiencing in various markets, which contributed to the overall increase in sales and earnings during the first fiscal quarter. Additionally, we are very encouraged by the level of performance in both the Americas and MENA region, which produced comparable results in the first quarter,' Mr. Sagr commented. Article content 'The strength of our first quarter results provides significant momentum heading into the remaining quarters of fiscal 2025. We feel well-positioned that the Company will continue to capitalize on this momentum and drive further participation in development plans in MENA and gain additional market share in the North America region,' Mr. Sagr concluded. Article content Net sales were $46.7 million and $34.3 million in the three months ended April 30, 2025 and 2024, respectively. The increase of $12.4 million, or 36%, was a result of increased sales volumes in the Middle East and in North America. Article content Gross profit was $16.7 million, or 36% of net sales, and $10.5 million, or 31% of net sales, in the three months ended April 30, 2025 and 2024, respectively. The increase of $6.2 million, was driven primarily by increased volume of activity and better margins due to product mix. Article content General and administrative expenses were $7.7 million and $6.1 million in the three months ended April 30, 2025 and 2024, respectively. The increase of $1.6 million, was due to higher payroll expenses and professional fees in the quarter. Article content Selling expenses remained consistent and were $1.1 million and $1.2 million in the three months ended April 30, 2025 and 2024, respectively. Article content Net interest expense remained consistent and was $0.4 million and $0.5 million in the three months ended April 30, 2025 and 2024, respectively. Article content Other expense remained consistent and was less than $0.1 million in the three months ended April 30, 2025 and 2024, respectively. Article content The Company's ETR was 21% and 30% in the three months ended April 30, 2025 and 2024, respectively. The change in the ETR is due to the mix of income and loss in various jurisdictions. Article content Net income attributable to common stock was $5.0 million and $1.4 million in the three months ended April 30, 2025 and 2024, respectively. The increase of $3.6 million, was mainly due to increased sales volumes and better project execution in the quarter. Article content Perma-Pipe International Holdings, Inc. Article content Perma-Pipe International Holdings, Inc. (the 'Company') is a global leader in pre-insulated piping and leak detection systems for oil and gas gathering, district heating and cooling, and other applications. It uses its extensive engineering and fabrication expertise to develop piping solutions that solve complex challenges regarding the safe and efficient transportation of many types of liquids. In total, the Company has operations at fourteen locations in six countries. Article content Forward-Looking Statements Article content Certain statements and other information contained in this press release that can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology constitute 'forward-looking statements' within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and are subject to the safe harbors created thereby, including, without limitation, statements regarding the expected future performance and operations of the Company. These statements should be considered as subject to the many risks and uncertainties that exist in the Company's operations and business environment. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the following: (i) fluctuations in the price of oil and natural gas and its impact on customer order volume for the Company's products; (ii) the Company's ability to purchase raw materials at favorable prices and to maintain beneficial relationships with its suppliers; (iii) decreases in government spending on projects using the Company's products, and challenges to the Company's non-government customers' liquidity and access to capital funds; (iv) the Company's ability to repay its debt and renew expiring international credit facilities; (v) the Company's ability to effectively execute its strategic plan and achieve sustained profitability and positive cash flows; (vi) the Company's ability to collect a long-term account receivable related to a project in the Middle East; (vii) the Company's ability to interpret changes in tax regulations and legislation; (viii) the Company's ability to use its net operating loss carryforwards; (ix) reversals of previously recorded revenue and profits resulting from inaccurate estimates made in connection with the Company's 'over-time' revenue recognition; (x) the Company's failure to establish and maintain effective internal control over financial reporting; (xi) the timing of order receipt, execution, delivery and acceptance for the Company's products; (xii) the Company's ability to successfully negotiate progress-billing arrangements for its large contracts; (xiii) aggressive pricing by existing competitors and the entrance of new competitors in the markets in which the Company operates; (xiv) the Company's ability to manufacture products free of latent defects and to recover from suppliers who may provide defective materials to the Company; (xv) reductions or cancellations of orders included in the Company's backlog; (xvi) risks and uncertainties specific to the Company's international business operations; (xvii) the Company's ability to attract and retain senior management and key personnel; (xviii) the Company's ability to achieve the expected benefits of its growth initiatives; (xix) the impact of pandemics and other public health crises on the Company and its operations; and (xx) the impact of cybersecurity threats on the Company's information technology systems. Shareholders, potential investors and other readers are urged to consider these factors carefully in evaluating the forward-looking statements and are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements made herein are made only as of the date of this press release and we undertake no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. More detailed information about factors that may affect our performance may be found in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, which are available at and under the Investor Center section of our website ( Article content The Company's fiscal year ends on January 31. Years, results, and balances described as 2025, 2024, and 2023 are for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2026, 2025, and 2024, respectively. Article content Additional information regarding the Company's financial results for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2025, including Article content management's discussion and analysis of the Company's financial condition and results of operations, is contained in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2025, which will be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on or about the date hereof and will be accessible at and Article content PERMA-PIPE INTERNATIONAL HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (In thousands) (Unaudited) April 30, 2025 January 31, 2025 ASSETS Current assets $ 120,700 $ 108,802 Long-term assets 57,615 56,439 Total assets $ 178,315 $ 165,241 LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY Current liabilities $ 61,751 $ 54,063 Long-term liabilities 26,459 28,073 Total liabilities 88,210 82,136 Non-controlling interests 12,238 10,967 Stockholders' equity 77,867 72,138 Total liabilities and equity $ 178,315 $ 165,241 Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content Contacts Article content Perma-Pipe International Holdings, Inc. Article content Article content Saleh Sagr, President and CEO Article content Perma-Pipe Article content Investor Relations Article content Article content Article content
National Post
27-05-2025
- Business
- National Post
Perma-Pipe International Holdings, Inc. Announces New Contract Award in Qatar
Article content SPRING, Texas — Perma-Pipe International Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: PPIH) today announced that it has received its first project award to be executed in Qatar since the announcement of the intent to mobilize there. Article content Article content The project will be for USD $2.4 million and will utilize Perma-Pipe's fabrication capabilities and the XTRU-THERM® insulation system, a spray-applied polyurethane foam jacketed with a high-density polyethylene casing. Article content Adham Sharkawy, Senior Vice President of Perma-Pipe's MENA region, remarked, 'In response to this important award, we will begin executing the project from a temporary facility in Doha, ensuring timely delivery and uninterrupted service to our client. Simultaneously, we are advancing the construction of our permanent facility in Qatar, which will serve as a long-term base for our regional operations. We are deeply grateful to our customers for their continued trust and confidence in Perma-Pipe's capabilities.' Article content Saleh Sagr, President, commented, 'Expanding in Doha has been an important goal for Perma-Pipe and is a key step in expanding our presence in the MENA region. Our plan shows our strong commitment to the Qatari market and supports our goal for steady growth and local investment. The new facility will be an important base for our work in Qatar and will help us serve markets in Southeast Asia.' Article content David Mansfield, CEO, stated, 'This award signifies a major milestone for Perma-Pipe and aligns with our strategic expansion into Qatar. This project not only demonstrates the strength of our solutions but also plays a vital role in solidifying our position in the market. We are confident that this achievement will fuel our continued growth and further enhance our reputation as a trusted leader in the industry.' Article content Perma-Pipe International Holdings, Inc. Article content Perma-Pipe International Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: PPIH) is a global leader in pre-insulated piping and leak detection systems for oil and gas, district heating and cooling, and other applications. It uses its extensive engineering and fabrication expertise to develop piping solutions that solve complex challenges regarding the safe and efficient transportation of many types of liquids. In total, Perma-Pipe has operations at fourteen locations in six countries. Article content Forward-Looking Statements Article content Certain statements and other information contained in this press release that can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology constitute 'forward-looking statements' within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and are subject to the safe harbors created thereby, including, without limitation, statements regarding the expected future performance and operations of the Company. These statements should be considered as subject to the many risks and uncertainties that exist in the Company's operations and business environment. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the following: (i) the impact of the coronavirus ('COVID-19') on the Company's results of operations, financial condition and cash flows; (ii) fluctuations in the price of oil and natural gas and its impact on the customer order volume for the Company's products; (iii) the Company's ability to comply with all covenants in its credit facilities; (iv) the Company's ability to repay its debt and renew expiring international credit facilities; (v) the Company's ability to effectively execute its strategic plan and achieve profitability and positive cash flows; (vi) the impact of global economic weakness and volatility; (vii) fluctuations in steel prices and the Company's ability to offset increases in steel prices through price increases in its products; (viii) the timing of order receipt, execution, delivery and acceptance for the Company's products; (ix) decreases in government spending on projects using the Company's products, and challenges to the Company's non-government customers' liquidity and access to capital funds; (x) the Company's ability to successfully negotiate progress-billing arrangements for its large contracts; (xi) aggressive pricing by existing competitors and the entrance of new competitors in the markets in which the Company operates; (xii) the Company's ability to purchase raw materials at favorable prices and to maintain beneficial relationships with its suppliers; (xiii) the Company's ability to manufacture products free of latent defects and to recover from suppliers who may provide defective materials to the Company; (xiv) reductions or cancellations of orders included in the Company's backlog; (xv) the Company's ability to collect an account receivable related to a project in the Middle East; (xvi) risks and uncertainties related to the Company's international business operations; (xvii) the Company's ability to attract and retain senior management and key personnel; (xviii) the Company's ability to achieve the expected benefits of its growth initiatives; (xix) the Company's ability to interpret changes in tax regulations and legislation; (xx) the Company's ability to use its net operating loss carryforwards; (xxi) reversals of previously recorded revenue and profits resulting from inaccurate estimates made in connection with the Company's percentage-of-completion revenue recognition; (xxii) the Company's failure to establish and maintain effective internal control over financial reporting; and (xxiii) the impact of cybersecurity threats on the Company's information technology systems. Shareholders, potential investors and other readers are urged to consider these factors carefully in evaluating the forward-looking statements and are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements made herein are made only as of the date of this press release and we undertake no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. More detailed information about factors that may affect our performance may be found in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, which are available at and under the Investor Center section of our website ( Article content Article content Article content Article content
