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Irish Examiner
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Examiner
Sounds From A Safe Harbour reveals headliners for September music extravaganza in Cork
Sounds From A Safe Harbour (SFSH) has revealed some of its headliners for the September event in Cork. Not surprisingly, the biennial event is also planning a number of tributes to Eoin French, the late Cork musician who released music as Talos, and was involved with the festival since its founding in 2015. An opening concert entitled 'Remembering Talos' at the Opera House will feature many of the people who collaborated with French through the years. Sounds From A Safe Harbour 2025 will open with a tribute to the late Eoin French (Talos). Picture: Julie Rowland Other ticketed events will feature electronic music producer Jon Hopkins, who teams up with American musician S Carey, for a double piano show; while UK singer-songwriter Ben Howard joins forces with Kate Stables (This Is The Kit). Danish art rockers Efterklang will headline the closing concert, while others on the bill from September 11 – 14 include Beth Orton, Villagers, Black Country New Road, and Rhiannon Giddens. As well as the scheduled concerts, the festival will also run its usual series of impromptu concerts and other creative collaborations throughout the city. This year's event is again headed up by Mary Hickson, with others on the curation team including actor Cillian Murphy, Bryce Dessner of The National, author Max Porter, and folklorist Billy MagFhlionn. Festival director Hickson said: "This 10th edition of Sounds from a Safe Harbour feels especially meaningful. It's not only a celebration of the festival's evolution, but also a chance to deepen the relationships between artists and audiences that have been built over the years. SFSH has always been about collaboration and surprise, and this year, those principles are more alive than ever." Further announcements are expected in the coming months, and tickets will go on sale at noon Friday, May 30 via
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Talos Announces Management Update
HOUSTON, May 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Talos Energy Inc. ("Talos" or the "Company") (NYSE: TALO) today announced that Gregory M. Babcock, the current Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer, has been appointed Interim Chief Financial Officer ("Interim CFO") of the Company, effective June 28, 2025 to replace Sergio L. Maiworm Jr., the Company's Executive Vice President and CFO, who has chosen to pursue a new opportunity. Mr. Maiworm will remain with Talos and continue to serve as Chief Financial Officer of the Company for a transitional period through June 27, 2025. Mr. Babcock has more than 17 years of industry experience. He joined Talos in 2014 and has served in his current position since 2019, where he has collaborated closely with Mr. Maiworm. As Interim CFO, Mr. Babcock will report directly to the CEO. "Sergio has been a valued member of our executive team, and we appreciate his leadership, integrity, and many contributions to Talos over the years. We wish him continued success in this next chapter of his career," said Paul Goodfellow, President and Chief Executive Officer of Talos. "At the same time, I am pleased to continue working closely with Greg. Greg has demonstrated a strong financial acumen during his time at Talos and he is well positioned to step into the Interim CFO position. We look forward to Greg's continued contributions to the Company." This leadership change is not related to any issues involving the Company's financial reporting or internal controls. Talos reaffirms its production guidance for the second quarter of 2025, as well as its operational and financial guidance for the full year 2025. The Company has initiated a comprehensive search for a permanent Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Babcock has been a member of the Talos's finance and accounting department for the past eleven years, serving as Chief Accounting Officer since August 2019 and promoted to Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer in March 2021. Mr. Babcock also served as the Company's Corporate Controller from May 2018 to August 2019, as Assistant Controller from September 2015 to May 2018, and as Financial Reporting Manager from May 2014 to September 2015. Prior to joining Talos, Mr. Babcock worked for Deloitte & Touche, holding positions of increasing responsibility in audit and mergers and acquisitions transaction services. Mr. Babcock is a Certified Public Accountant and holds a M.S. in Finance and B.B.A. in Accounting from Texas A&M University. ABOUT TALOS ENERGY Talos Energy (NYSE: TALO) is a technically driven, innovative, independent energy company focused on maximizing long-term value through its Exploration & Production business in the United States Gulf of Mexico and offshore Mexico. We leverage decades of technical and offshore operational expertise to acquire, explore, and produce assets in key geological trends while maintaining a focus on safe and efficient operations, environmental responsibility, and community impact. For more information, visit INVESTOR RELATIONS CONTACTClay CAUTIONARY STATEMENT ABOUT FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTSThis communication may contain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"), and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All statements, other than statements of historical fact included in this communication, regarding our strategy, future operations, financial position, estimated revenues and losses, projected costs, quality of assets, prospects, plans and objectives of the Board and management are forward-looking statements. When used in this communication, the words "will," "could," "believe," "anticipate," "intend," "estimate," "expect," "project," "forecast," "may," "objective," "plan" and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain such identifying words. These forward-looking statements are based on our current expectations and assumptions about future events and are based on currently available information as to the outcome and timing of future events. We caution you that these forward-looking statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, most of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond our control. These risks include but are not limited to the timing and success of our business strategy, our expectations regarding financial and operational guidance, expected timing and transition regarding a permanent CFO, and other risks discussed in "Risk Factors" in our Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Forms 10-Q filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"). Should one or more of the risks or uncertainties described herein occur, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, our actual results and plans could differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements, expressed or implied, included in this communication are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. This cautionary statement should also be considered in connection with any subsequent written or oral forward-looking statements that we or persons acting on our behalf may issue. 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05-05-2025
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Talos Energy Announces First Quarter 2025 Operational and Financial Results
HOUSTON, May 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Talos Energy Inc. ("Talos" or the "Company") (NYSE: TALO) today announced its operational and financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2025. Talos also provided second quarter 2025 guidance for production and reiterated its operational and financial guidance for the full year 2025. First Quarter and Recent Key Highlights Production of 100.9 thousand barrels of oil equivalent per day ("MBoe/d") (68% oil, 78% liquids). Finished well completion operations on Sunspear discovery, with first production expected late second quarter 2025. Initiated completion operations on Katmai West #2 well, with first production expected late second quarter 2025. Drilling operations to commence on Daenerys prospect late second quarter 2025, following the completion of the Katmai West #2 well. Net Loss of $9.9 million, or $0.05 Net Loss per diluted share, and Adjusted Net Income* of $10.5 million, or $0.06 Adjusted Net Income per diluted share*. Adjusted EBITDA* of $363.0 million. Capital expenditures of $117.6 million, excluding plugging and abandonment and settled decommissioning obligations. Net cash provided by operating activities of $268.2 million. Adjusted Free Cash Flow* of $194.5 million. Expect to allocate up to 50% of annual Free Cash Flow to share repurchases. Repurchased approximately 2.3 million shares for $22.0 million and Talos's Board of Directors increased its stock repurchase authorization to $200 million. Maintained a strong balance sheet with $203.0 million of cash with an undrawn credit facility, a Net Debt to Last Twelve Months ("LTM") Adjusted EBITDA* of 0.8x, and liquidity of $960.2 million at March 31, 2025. Hedge positions cover approximately 42% of the balance of 2025 expected oil production at the midpoint of guidance, with a weighted average floor price over $72 per barrel, and mark-to-market hedge book value of $120.0 million, as of April 30, 2025. Talos President and Chief Executive Officer Paul Goodfellow stated, "I'm excited to be a part of Talos and pleased to report our fifth consecutive quarter of record production, achieving approximately 101 MBoe/d in the first quarter 2025. This milestone was accompanied by strong Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted Free Cash Flow, highlighting our disciplined focus on execution. Operationally, we achieved strong results, finishing well completion operations on our Sunspear discovery. Furthermore, completion operations are underway at Katmai West #2, following successful drilling results announced in early January 2025. We remain on track for both projects to begin production in late second quarter 2025. "At the end of the first quarter 2025, we maintained a significant cash balance, even while actively repurchasing shares, and have an undrawn credit facility. This positions Talos to manage the ongoing fluctuations in commodity prices. Our 2025 guidance, robust EBITDA margins, and strong hedge positions allow us to be free cash flow positive for the full year, even at oil prices of approximately $40 per barrel on a go-forward basis. Furthermore, we have the flexibility to adjust our 2025 capital budget, enabling us to adapt to changing market conditions and still maintain positive free cash flow." Footnotes:*Please see "Supplemental Non-GAAP Information" for details and reconciliations of GAAP to non-GAAP financial measures. RECENT DEVELOPMENTS AND OPERATIONS UPDATE Share Repurchase Program: In March 2025, Talos opportunistically repurchased approximately 2.3 million shares for $22.0 million, representing an average price of $9.61 per share. In addition, our Board of Directors authorized an increase of approximately $42.5 million to our previously approved limit, so Talos now has approximately $178.0 million remaining under the authorized program as of March 31, 2025. Under Talos's share repurchase program, management expects to allocate up to 50% of its annual free cash flow to share repurchases. Purchases under the share repurchase program may be made from time to time in privately negotiated transactions or open market transactions under Rule 10b-18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These purchases will depend on market conditions, legal requirements, and other relevant factors. Production Updates: Sunspear Completion: During the first quarter 2025, Talos successfully finished well completion operations on Sunspear with the West Vela deepwater drillship and expects first production late second quarter 2025. Talos projects production to be approximately 8-10 MBoe/d gross. Sunspear will be tied back to the Talos operated Prince platform. Talos holds a 48.0% working interest ("W.I."), an entity managed by Ridgewood Energy Corporation holds a 47.5% W.I., and an undisclosed partner holds a 4.5% W.I Katmai West: In April 2025, Talos initiated completion operations on Katmai West #2 using the West Vela after finishing completion work at Sunspear. At the beginning of 2025, Talos announced successful drilling results at Katmai West #2, encountering over 400 feet of gross hydrocarbon pay with excellent rock properties. First production is expected late second quarter 2025. The strong performance from the Katmai West #1 well and its successful appraisal have nearly doubled the anticipated proved estimated ultimate recovery ("EUR" )1 of the Katmai West field to approximately 50 MMBoe gross and affirmed Talos's estimated gross resource potential of approximately 100 MMBoe. The greater Katmai area is estimated to contain up to a total resource potential of 200 MMBoe. Talos, as operator, holds a 50% W.I., with entities managed by Ridgewood Energy Corporation holding the other 50% W.I. Project Updates: Daenerys: Talos anticipates drilling operations commencing on the Daenerys well late second quarter 2025, utilizing the West Vela. Daenerys is a high-impact subsalt project that will evaluate the regionally prolific Middle and Lower Miocene section and carries an estimated gross resource potential between 100–300 MMBoe. Talos holds a 30% W.I., with partners Red Willow holding a 35% W.I, Cathexis holding a 25% W.I., and HEQ Deepwater holding a 10% W.I. Monument Discovery Farm-in: In March 2025, Talos increased its interest in the Monument discovery to a 29.76% W.I., up from 21.4% W.I. Monument is a large Wilcox oil discovery in Walker Ridge blocks 271, 272, 315, and 316. Talos expects to develop it as a subsea tie-back to the Shenandoah production facility in Walker Ridge. First production is expected between 20–30 MBoe/d gross by late 2026 under restricted flow due to facility rate constraints. There is an additional drilling location adjacent to the discovery with an estimated 25–35 MMBoe that could extend the resource. Other partners include Beacon as operator with a 41.67% W.I. and Navitas Petroleum with a 28.57% W.I. 1 EUR is calculated as the sum of proved reserves remaining as of a given date and cumulative production as of that date. EUR is not a measure of "reserves" prepared in accordance with SEC guidelines. Please see "Reserve Information" at the end of this release. FIRST QUARTER 2025 RESULTS Key Financial Highlights: ($ thousands, except per share and per Boe amounts) Three Months Ended March 31, 2025Total revenues $ 513,059Net Income (Loss) $ (9,868)Net Income (Loss) per diluted share $ (0.05)Adjusted Net Income (Loss)* $ 10,466Adjusted Net Income (Loss) per diluted share* $ 0.06Adjusted EBITDA* $ 363,003Adjusted EBITDA excluding hedges* $ 357,836Capital Expenditures $ 117,574 Production Production for the first quarter 2025 was 100.9 MBoe/d ( 68% oil, 78% liquids).Three Months Ended March 31, 2025Oil (MBbl/d)68.3Natural Gas (MMcf/d)135.7NGL (MBbl/d)10.0Total average net daily (MBoe/d)100.9 Three Months Ended March 31, 2025 Production% Oil% Liquids% OperatedDeepwater89.0 70 %80 %82 % Shelf and Gulf Coast11.9 54 %61 %78 % Total average net daily (MBoe/d)100.9 68 %78 %81 % Three Months EndedMarch 31, 2025Average realized prices (excluding hedges) Oil ($/Bbl) $ 71.73Natural Gas ($/Mcf) $ 4.32NGL ($/Bbl) $ 21.78Average realized price ($/Boe) $ 56.50 Average NYMEX prices WTI ($/Bbl) $ 71.78Henry Hub ($/MMBtu) $ 4.14 Lease Operating & General and Administrative Expenses Total lease operating expenses for the first quarter 2025, including workover, maintenance and insurance costs, were $127.8 million, or $14.08 per Boe. Adjusted General and Administrative expenses for the first quarter 2025, adjusted to exclude one-time transaction-related costs, and non-cash equity-based compensation, were $30.3 million, or $3.34 per Boe. ($ thousands, except per Boe amounts) Three Months Ended March 31, 2025Lease Operating Expenses $ 127,805Lease Operating Expenses per Boe $ 14.08Adjusted General & Administrative Expenses* $ 30,310Adjusted General & Administrative Expenses per Boe* $ 3.34Capital Expenditures Capital expenditures for the first quarter 2025, excluding plugging and abandonment and settled decommissioning obligations, totaled $117.6 million. Certain capital expenditures originally planned for the first quarter 2025 have shifted to the second quarter 2025. Talos continues to maintain its full-year 2025 capital expenditure guidance and remains focused on capital discipline and efficient project execution. ($ thousands) Three Months EndedMarch 31, 2025U.S. drilling & completions $ 89,228Asset management(1)9,537Seismic and G&G, land, capitalized G&A and other18,809Total Capital Expenditures117,574 (1) Asset management consists of capital expenditures for development-related activities primarily associated with recompletions and improvements to our facilities and infrastructure. Plugging & Abandonment Expenditures Capital expenditures for plugging and abandonment and settled decommissioning obligations for the first quarter 2025 totaled $10.0 Months EndedMarch 31, 2025Plugging & Abandonment and Decommissioning Obligations Settled(1) $ 10,030 (1) Settlement of decommissioning obligations as a result of working interest partners or counterparties of divestiture transactions that were unable to perform the required abandonment obligations due to bankruptcy or insolvency. Liquidity and Leverage At March 31, 2025, Talos had a borrowing base of $925.0 million under its Bank Credit Facility, subject to a total availability cap of $800.0 million with approximately $42.8 million in outstanding letters of credit. Letters of credit that are outstanding reduce the available revolving credit commitments. Cash was $203.0 million, providing Talos approximately $960.2 million of liquidity. On March 31, 2025, Talos had $1,250.0 million in total debt. Net Debt* was $1,047.1 million, Net Debt to Last Twelve Months ("LTM") Adjusted EBITDA* was 0.8x. OPERATIONAL & FINANCIAL GUIDANCE UPDATES For the second quarter 2025, Talos expects average daily production to be in the range of 92.0 to 96.0 MBoe/d, with 67% oil volumes. Talos reiterates its full year 2025 operational and financial guidance and expects average daily production to range from 90.0 to 95.0 MBoe/d, consisting of 69% oil and 79% liquids. The following summarizes Talos's full-year 2025 operational and production guidance. FY 2025($ Millions, unless highlighted):LowHighProduction Oil (MMBbl)22.7 24.0 Natural Gas (Bcf)41.9 44.3 NGL (MMBbl)3.1 3.3 Total Production (MMBoe)32.8 34.7 Avg Daily Production (MBoe/d)90.0 95.0Cash Expenses Cash Operating Expenses and Workovers(1)(2)(4)* $ 580$ 610 G&A(2)(3)* $ 120$ 130Capex Capital Expenditures(5) $ 500$ 540P&A Expenditures P&A, Decommissioning $ 100$ 120Interest Interest Expense(6) $ 155$ 165 (1) Includes Lease Operating Expenses and Maintenance. (2) Includes insurance costs. (3) Excludes non-cash equity-based compensation and transaction and other expenses. (4) Includes reimbursements under production handling agreements. (5) Excludes acquisitions. (6) Includes cash interest expense on debt and finance lease, surety charges and amortization of deferred financing costs and original issue discounts. *Due to the forward-looking nature a reconciliation of Cash Operating Expenses and Workovers and G&A to the most directly comparable GAAP measure could not be reconciled without unreasonable efforts. HEDGES The following table reflects contracted volumes and weighted average prices the Company will receive under the terms of its derivative contracts as of April 30, Type Avg. DailyVolumeW.A. SwapW.A. FloorW.A. CeilingCrude – WTI(Bbls)(Per Bbl)(Per Bbl)(Per Bbl)April - June 2025 Fixed Swaps38,000$ 73.45------July - September 2025 Fixed Swaps20,685$ 71.81------October - December 2025 Fixed Swaps19,652$ 71.84------January - March 2026 Fixed Swaps14,000$ 66.26------ Collar9,000---$ 60.00$ 68.50April - June 2026 Fixed Swaps10,000$ 65.47------ Collar9,000---$ 60.00$ 68.50July - September 2026 Collar9,000---$ 60.00$ 68.50October - December 2026 Collar9,000---$ 60.00$ 68.50Natural Gas – HH NYMEX(MMBtu)(Per MMBtu)(Per MMBtu)(Per MMBtu)April - June 2025 Fixed Swaps65,000$ 3.38------July - September 2025 Fixed Swaps50,000$ 3.47------October - December 2025 Fixed Swaps40,000$ 3.53------January - March 2026 Fixed Swaps35,000$ 4.19------April - June 2026 Fixed Swaps20,000$ 3.65------July - September 2026 Fixed Swaps20,000$ 3.65------October - December 2026 Fixed Swaps20,000$ 3.65------ CONFERENCE CALL AND WEBCAST INFORMATION Talos will host a conference call, which will be broadcast live over the internet, on Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 10:00 AM Eastern Time (9:00 AM Central Time). Listeners can access the conference call through a webcast link on the Company's website at: Alternatively, the conference call can be accessed by dialing (800) 836-8184 (North American toll-free) or (646) 357-8785 (international). Please dial in approximately 15 minutes before the teleconference is scheduled to begin and ask to be joined into the Talos Energy call. A replay of the call will be available one hour after the conclusion of the conference until May 13, 2025 and can be accessed by dialing (888) 660-6345 and using access code 14247#. For more information, please refer to the First Quarter 2025 Earnings Presentation available under Presentations and Webcasts on the Investor Relations section of Talos's website. ABOUT TALOS ENERGY Talos Energy (NYSE: TALO) is a technically driven, innovative, independent energy company focused on maximizing long-term value through its Exploration & Production business in the United States Gulf of America and offshore Mexico. We leverage decades of technical and offshore operational expertise to acquire, explore, and produce assets in key geological trends while maintaining a focus on safe and efficient operations, environmental responsibility, and community impact. For more information, visit INVESTOR RELATIONS CONTACT Clay Jeansonneinvestor@ CAUTIONARY STATEMENT ABOUT FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS The information in this communication includes "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"), and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"). All statements, other than statements of historical fact included in this communication regarding our strategy, future operations, financial position, estimated revenues and losses, projected costs, prospects, plans and objectives of management are forward-looking statements. When used in this communication, the words "will," "could," "believe," "anticipate," "intend," "estimate," "expect," "project," "forecast," "may," "objective," "plan" and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain such identifying words. Forward-looking statements are based on management's current expectations and assumptions about future events and are based on currently available information as to the outcome and timing of future events. These forward-looking statements are based on our current beliefs, based on currently available information, as to the outcome and timing of future events. Forward-looking statements may include statements about: business strategy; estimated ultimate recovery (EUR) and reserves; drilling prospects, inventories, projects and programs; our ability to replace the reserves that we produce through drilling and property acquisitions; financial strategy, borrowing base under our bank credit facility, availability of financing sources, liquidity and capital required for our development program, acquisitions and other capital expenditures; realized oil and natural gas prices; changes in tariffs, trade barriers, price and exchange controls and other regulatory requirements, including such changes that may be implemented by the Trump Administration, and the impact of such policies on us, our customers and suppliers, and the global economic environment; volatility in the political, legal and regulatory environments in connection with the U.S. and Mexican presidential administrations; risks related to future mergers and acquisitions and/or to realize the expected benefits of any such transaction; timing and amount of future production of oil, natural gas and NGLs; our hedging strategy and results; future drilling plans; availability of pipeline connections on economic terms; competition, government regulations, including financial assurance requirements, and legislative and political developments; our ability to obtain permits and governmental approvals, including the timely issuance and potential impact of the anticipated revised Gulf of America biological opinion by the National Marine Fisheries Services; pending legal, governmental or environmental matters; our marketing of oil, natural gas and NGLs; our integration of acquisitions and the anticipated post-acquisition performance of the company; future leasehold or business acquisitions on desired terms; costs of developing properties; general economic conditions, including the impact of continued inflation and associated changes in monetary policy; political and economic conditions and events in foreign oil, natural gas and NGL producing countries and acts of terrorism or sabotage; credit markets; estimates of future income taxes; our estimates and forecasts of the timing, number, profitability and other results of wells we expect to drill and other exploration activities; our strategy with respect to our investment in the Zama asset; uncertainty regarding our future operating results and our future revenues and expenses; impact of new accounting pronouncements on earnings in future periods; and plans, objectives, expectations and intentions contained in this communication that are not historical. These forward-looking statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, most of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond our control. These risks include, but are not limited to, commodity price volatility; global demand for oil and natural gas; the ability or willingness of OPEC and other state-controlled oil companies to set and maintain oil production levels and the impact of any such actions; the lack of a resolution to the war in Ukraine and ongoing hostilities in Israel and the Middle East, and their impact on commodity markets; the impact of any pandemic, and governmental measures related thereto; lack of transportation and storage capacity as a result of oversupply, government and regulations; political risks, including a global trade war; lack of availability of drilling and production equipment and services; adverse weather events, including tropical storms, hurricanes, winter storms and loop currents; cybersecurity threats; elevated inflation and the impact of central bank policy in response thereto; environmental risks; failure to find, acquire or gain access to other discoveries and prospects or to successfully develop and produce from our current discoveries and prospects; geologic risk; drilling and other operating risks; well control risk; regulatory changes, including the impact of financial assurance requirements; changes in U.S. trade policy, including the imposition of increased tariffs and resulting consequences; the uncertainty inherent in estimating reserves and in projecting future rates of production; cash flow and access to capital; the timing of development expenditures; potential adverse reactions or competitive responses to our acquisitions and other transactions; the possibility that the anticipated benefits of our acquisitions are not realized when expected or at all, including as a result of the impact of, or problems arising from, the integration of acquired assets and operations; and the other risks discussed in "Risk Factors" of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024 filed with the SEC. Should one or more of the risks or uncertainties described herein occur, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, our actual results and plans could differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements, expressed or implied, included in this communication are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. This cautionary statement should also be considered in connection with any subsequent written or oral forward-looking statements that we or persons acting on our behalf may issue. Except as otherwise required by applicable law, we disclaim any duty to update any forward-looking statements, all of which are expressly qualified by the statements in this section, to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this communication. PRODUCTION ESTIMATES Estimates of our future production volumes are based on assumptions of capital expenditure levels and the assumption that market demand and prices for oil and gas will continue at levels that allow for economic production of these products. The production, transportation, marketing and storage of oil and gas are subject to disruption due to transportation, processing and storage availability, mechanical failure, human error, adverse weather conditions such as hurricanes, global political and macroeconomic events and numerous other factors. Our estimates are based on certain other assumptions, such as well performance and estimated resource potential and ultimate recovery, which may vary significantly from those assumed. Therefore, we can give no assurance that our future production volumes will be as estimated. RESERVE INFORMATION Reserve engineering is a process of estimating underground accumulations of oil, natural gas and NGLs that cannot be measured in an exact way. The accuracy of any reserve estimate depends on the quality of available data, the interpretation of such data and price and cost assumptions made by reserve engineers. In addition, the results of drilling, testing and production activities may justify upward or downward revisions of estimates that were made previously. If significant, such revisions would change the schedule of any further production and development drilling. Accordingly, reserve estimates may differ significantly from the quantities of oil, natural gas and NGLs that are ultimately recovered. In addition, we use "estimated gross resource potential," "gross reserves," and "estimated ultimate recovery" (or EUR) which are not measures of "reserves" prepared in accordance with SEC guidelines or permitted to be included in SEC filings. These types of resource estimates do not represent, and are not intended to represent, any category of reserves based on SEC definitions, are inherently more uncertain than estimates of proved reserves or other reserves prepared in accordance with SEC guidelines. These types of estimates are subject to a substantially greater risk of actually being realized. USE OF NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES This release includes the use of certain measures that have not been calculated in accordance with U.S. generally acceptable accounting principles (GAAP) such as, but not limited to, EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA, LTM Adjusted EBITDA, Net Debt, Net Debt to LTM Adjusted EBITDA, Net Debt to LTM Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted Free Cash Flow and Leverage, Adjusted EBITDA excluding hedges, Adjusted Net Income (Loss) per diluted share, Cash Operating Expenses and Workovers, Adjusted General & Administrative Expense and PV-10. Non-GAAP financial measures have limitations as analytical tools and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for analysis of our results as reported under GAAP. Reconciliations for non-GAAP measure to GAAP measures are included at the end of this release. Talos Energy Inc. Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (In thousands, except share amounts) March 31, 2025December 31, 2024 (Unaudited)ASSETS Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 202,950$ 108,172Accounts receivable: Trade, net242,729 236,694Joint interest, net86,992 133,562Other, net42,500 34,002Assets from price risk management activities28,272 33,486Prepaid assets82,840 77,487Other current assets22,507 35,980Total current assets708,790 659,383Property and equipment: Proved properties9,954,822 9,784,832Unproved properties, not subject to amortization569,881 587,238Other property and equipment35,089 35,069Total property and equipment10,559,792 10,407,139Accumulated depreciation, depletion and amortization(5,472,580) (5,191,865)Total property and equipment, net5,087,212 5,215,274Other long-term assets: Restricted cash107,021 106,260Assets from price risk management activities12,968 253Equity method investments110,779 111,269Other well equipment66,034 58,306Notes receivable, net18,203 17,748Operating lease assets10,703 11,294Other assets10,855 12,008Total assets $ 6,132,565$ 6,191,795LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERSʼ EQUITY Current liabilities: Accounts payable $ 107,358$ 117,055Accrued liabilities274,446 326,913Accrued royalties80,770 77,672Current portion of asset retirement obligations118,713 97,166Liabilities from price risk management activities22,032 6,474Accrued interest payable20,291 49,084Current portion of operating lease liabilities3,684 3,837Other current liabilities45,482 44,854Total current liabilities672,776 723,055Long-term liabilities: Long-term debt1,222,553 1,221,399Asset retirement obligations1,071,074 1,052,569Liabilities from price risk management activities16,500 3,537Operating lease liabilities14,642 15,489Other long-term liabilities403,704 416,041Total liabilities3,401,249 3,432,090Commitments and contingencies Stockholdersʼ equity: Preferred stock; $0.01 par value; 30,000,000 shares authorized and zero shares issued or outstandingas of March 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024, respectively— —Common stock; $0.01 par value; 270,000,000 shares authorized; 188,160,804 and 187,434,908 sharesissued as of March 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024, respectively1,882 1,874Additional paid-in capital3,278,165 3,274,626Accumulated deficit(433,978) (424,110)Treasury stock, at cost; 9,705,658 and 7,417,385 shares as of March 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024, respectively(114,753) (92,685)Total stockholdersʼ equity2,731,316 2,759,705Total liabilities and stockholdersʼ equity $ 6,132,565$ 6,191,795 Talos Energy Inc. Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (In thousands, except per share amounts) (Unaudited) Three Months Ended March 31, 20252024Revenues: Oil $ 440,723$ 393,221Natural gas52,735 23,698NGL19,601 13,013Total revenues513,059 429,932Operating expenses: Lease operating expense127,805 135,178Production taxes114 544Depreciation, depletion and amortization... 280,716 215,664Accretion expense30,894 26,903General and administrative expense34,615 69,841Other operating (income) expense(4,536) (86,043)Total operating expenses469,608 362,087Operating income (expense)43,451 67,845Interest expense(40,927) (50,845)Price risk management activities income (expense)(15,853) (87,062)Equity method investment income (expense)(490) (8,054)Other income (expense)3,860 (55,896)Net income (loss) before income taxes(9,959) (134,012)Income tax benefit (expense)91 21,573Net income (loss) $ (9,868)$ (112,439) Net income (loss) per common share: Basic $ (0.05)$ (0.71)Diluted $ (0.05)$ (0.71)Weighted average common shares outstanding: Basic180,192 158,490Diluted180,192 158,490 Talos Energy Inc. Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (In thousands) (Unaudited) Three Months Ended March 31, 20252024Cash flows from operating activities: Net income (loss) $ (9,868)$ (112,439)Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities: Depreciation, depletion, amortization and accretion expense311,610 242,567Amortization of deferred financing costs and original issue discount1,830 2,598Equity-based compensation expense4,141 2,754Price risk management activities (income) expense15,853 87,062Net cash received (paid) on settled derivative instruments5,167 (3,494)Equity method investment (income) expense490 8,054Loss (gain) on extinguishment of debt— 60,256Settlement of asset retirement obligations(9,752) (27,907)Loss (gain) on sale of assets(16) —Loss (gain) on sale of business— (86,940)Changes in operating assets and liabilities: Accounts receivable32,038 8,020Other current assets(2,136) (5,818)Accounts payable1,075 10,707Other current liabilities(83,294) (65,249)Other non-current assets and liabilities, net1,103 (23,745)Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities268,241 96,426Cash flows from investing activities: Exploration, development and other capital expenditures(129,003) (146,077)Payments for acquisitions, net of cash acquired(14,845) (916,045)Proceeds from (cash paid for) sale of property and equipment, net540 —Contributions to equity method investees— (17,519)Proceeds from sales of businesses— 141,997Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities(143,308) (937,644)Cash flows from financing activities: Issuance of common stock— 387,717Issuance of senior notes— 1,250,000Redemption of senior notes— (897,116)Proceeds from Bank Credit Facility— 670,000Repayment of Bank Credit Facility— (545,000)Deferred financing costs— (25,505)Other deferred payments(4,949) (672)Payments of finance lease(4,769) (4,324)Purchase of treasury stock(17,291) —Employee stock awards tax withholdings(2,385) (5,520)Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities(29,394) 829,580 Net increase (decrease) in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash95,539 (11,638)Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash: Balance, beginning of period214,432 135,999Balance, end of period $ 309,971$ 124,361 Supplemental non-cash transactions: Capital expenditures included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities $ 72,711$ 101,794Supplemental cash flow information: Interest paid, net of amounts capitalized $ 58,636$ 55,224 SUPPLEMENTAL NON-GAAP INFORMATION Certain financial information included in our financial results are not measures of financial performance recognized by accounting principles generally accepted in the United States, or GAAP. These non-GAAP financial measures may not be viewed as a substitute for results determined in accordance with GAAP and are not necessarily comparable to non-GAAP measures which may be reported by other companies. Reconciliation of General and Administrative Expenses to Adjusted General and Administrative Expenses We believe the presentation of Adjusted General and Administrative Expenses provides management and investors with (i) important supplemental indicators of the operational performance of our business, (ii) additional criteria for evaluating our performance relative to our peers and (iii) supplemental information to investors about certain material non-cash and/or other items that may not continue at the same level in the future. Adjusted General & Administrative Expenses has limitations as an analytical tool and should not be considered in isolation or as substitutes for analysis of our results as reported under GAAP or as alternatives to net income (loss), operating income (loss) or any other measure of financial performance presented in accordance with GAAP. We define these as the following: General and Administrative Expenses. General and Administrative Expenses generally consist of costs incurred for overhead, including payroll and benefits for our corporate staff, costs of maintaining our headquarters, costs of managing our production operations, bad debt expense, equity-based compensation expense, audit and other fees for professional services and legal compliance. ($ thousands) Three Months Ended March 31, 2025Reconciliation of General & Administrative Expenses to Adjusted General & Administrative Expenses: Total General and administrative expense $ 34,615Transaction and other expenses(1)(164)Non-cash equity-based compensation expense(4,141)Adjusted General & Administrative Expenses $ 30,310 (1) Other income (expense) includes restructuring expenses, cost saving initiatives and other miscellaneous income and expenses that we do not view as a meaningful indicator of our operating performance. Reconciliation of Net Income (Loss) to EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA "EBITDA" and "Adjusted EBITDA" provide management and investors with (i) additional information to evaluate, with certain adjustments, items required or permitted in calculating covenant compliance under our debt agreements, (ii) important supplemental indicators of the operational performance of our business, (iii) additional criteria for evaluating our performance relative to our peers and (iv) supplemental information to investors about certain material non-cash and/or other items that may not continue at the same level in the future. EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA have limitations as analytical tools and should not be considered in isolation or as substitutes for analysis of our results as reported under GAAP or as alternatives to net income (loss), operating income (loss) or any other measure of financial performance presented in accordance with GAAP. We define these as the following: EBITDA. Net income (loss) plus interest expense; income tax expense (benefit); depreciation, depletion and amortization; and accretion expense. Adjusted EBITDA. EBITDA plus non-cash write-down of oil and natural gas properties, transaction and other (income) expenses, decommissioning obligations, the net change in fair value of derivatives (mark to market effect, net of cash settlements and premiums related to these derivatives), (gain) loss on debt extinguishment, non-cash write-down of other well equipment and non-cash equity-based compensation expense. Adjusted EBITDA excluding hedges. We have historically provided as a supplement to—rather than in lieu of—Adjusted EBITDA including hedges, provides useful information regarding our results of operations and profitability by illustrating the operating results of our oil and natural gas properties without the benefit or detriment, as applicable, of our financial oil and natural gas hedges. By excluding our oil and natural gas hedges, we are able to convey actual operating results using realized market prices during the period, thereby providing analysts and investors with additional information they can use to evaluate the impacts of our hedging strategies over time. The following tables present a reconciliation of the GAAP financial measure of Net Income (loss) to EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA excluding hedges for each of the periods indicated (in thousands):Three Months Ended($ thousands) March 31, 2025December 31, 2024September 30, 2024June 30, 2024Reconciliation of Net Income (Loss) to Adjusted EBITDA: Net Income (loss) $ (9,868)$ (64,508)$ 88,173$ 12,381Interest expense40,927 41,536 46,275 48,982Income tax expense (benefit)(91) 9,448 18,111 (983)Depreciation, depletion and amortization280,716 274,554 274,249 259,091Accretion expense30,894 30,551 29,418 30,732EBITDA342,578 291,581 456,226 350,203Transaction and other (income) expenses(1)(4,579) 1,193 (17,687) 6,629Decommissioning obligations(2)(157) 797 2,725 4,182Derivative fair value (gain) loss(3)15,853 42,989 (126,291) (2,302)Net cash received (paid) on settled derivative instruments(3)5,167 19,651 6,071 (17,518)Non-cash equity-based compensation expense4,141 5,603 3,315 2,790Adjusted EBITDA363,003 361,814 324,359 343,984Add: Net cash (received) paid on settled derivative instruments(3)(5,167) (19,651) (6,071) 17,518Adjusted EBITDA excluding hedges $ 357,836$ 342,163$ 318,288$ 361,502Production: Boe(4)9,080 9,081 8,878 8,686Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA excluding hedges margin: Adjusted EBITDA per Boe(4) $ 39.98$ 39.84$ 36.54$ 39.60Adjusted EBITDA excluding hedges per Boe(1)(4) $ 39.41$ 37.68$ 35.85$ 41.62 (1) For the three months ended September 30, 2024, transaction expenses includes $4.7 million in severance costs related to the departure of the Company's former President and Chief Executive Officer on August 29, 2024; $9.3 million in costs related to the QuarterNorth Acquisition, inclusive of $8.1 million in severance expense for the three months ended June 30, 2024. Other income (expense) includes restructuring expenses, cost saving initiatives and other miscellaneous income and expenses that we do not view as a meaningful indicator of our operating performance. For the three months ended September 30, 2024, it includes an incremental $13.5 million gain from the sale of our wholly owned subsidiary, Talos Low Carbon Solutions LLC, due to the recognition of contingent consideration as well as a $7.0 million increase in fair value of a service credit acquired via the QuarterNorth Acquisition. (2) Estimated decommissioning obligations were a result of working interest partners or counterparties of divestiture transactions that were unable to perform the required abandonment obligations due to bankruptcy or insolvency and are included in "Other operating (income) expense" on our consolidated statements of operations. (3) The adjustments for the derivative fair value (gain) loss and net cash receipts (payments) on settled derivative instruments have the effect of adjusting net income (loss) for changes in the fair value of derivative instruments, which are recognized at the end of each accounting period because we do not designate commodity derivative instruments as accounting hedges. This results in reflecting commodity derivative gains and losses within Adjusted EBITDA on an unrealized basis during the period the derivatives settled. (4) One Boe is equal to six Mcf of natural gas or one Bbl of oil or NGLs based on an approximate energy equivalency. This is an energy content correlation and does not reflect a value or price relationship between the commodities. Reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA to Adjusted Free Cash Flow and Reconciliation of Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities to Adjusted Free Cash Flow "Adjusted Free Cash Flow" before changes in working capital provides management and investors with (i) important supplemental indicators of the operational performance of our business, (ii) additional criteria for evaluating our performance relative to our peers and (iii) supplemental information to investors about certain material non-cash and/or other items that may not continue at the same level in the future. Adjusted Free Cash Flow has limitations as an analytical tool and should not be considered in isolation or as substitutes for analysis of our results as reported under GAAP or as alternatives to net income (loss), operating income (loss) or any other measure of financial performance presented in accordance with GAAP. We define these as the following: Capital Expenditures and Plugging & Abandonment. Actual capital expenditures and plugging & abandonment recognized in the quarter, inclusive of accruals. Interest Expense. Actual interest expense per the income statement. Talos did not pay any cash income taxes in the period, therefore cash income taxes have no impact to the reported Adjusted Free Cash Flow before changes in working capital number. ($ thousands) Three Months EndedMarch 31, 2025Reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA to Adjusted Free Cash Flow (before changes in working capital): Adjusted EBITDA $ 363,003Capital expenditures(117,574)Plugging & abandonment(9,752)Decommissioning obligations settled(278)Interest expense(40,927)Adjusted Free Cash Flow (before changes in working capital)194,472($ thousands) Three Months Ended March 31, 2025Reconciliation of Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities to Adjusted Free Cash Flow (beforechanges in working capital): Net cash provided by operating activities(1) $ 268,241(Increase) decrease in operating assets and liabilities51,214Capital expenditures(2)(117,574)Decommissioning obligations settled(278)Transaction and other (income) expenses(3)(4,579)Decommissioning obligations(4)(157)Amortization of deferred financing costs and original issue discount(1,830)Income tax benefit(91)Other adjustments(474)Adjusted Free Cash Flow (before changes in working capital)194,472 (1) Includes settlement of asset retirement obligations. (2) Includes accruals and excludes acquisitions. (3) Other income (expense) includes restructuring expenses, cost saving initiatives and other miscellaneous income and expenses that we do not view as a meaningful indicator of our operating performance. (4) Estimated decommissioning obligations were a result of working interest partners or counterparties of divestiture transactions that were unable to perform the required abandonment obligations due to bankruptcy or insolvency. Reconciliation of Net Income to Adjusted Net Income (Loss) and Adjusted Earnings per Share "Adjusted Net Income (Loss)" and "Adjusted Earnings per Share" are to provide management and investors with (i) important supplemental indicators of the operational performance of our business, (ii) additional criteria for evaluating our performance relative to our peers and (iii) supplemental information to investors about certain material non-cash and/or other items that may not continue at the same level in the future. Adjusted Net Income (Loss) and Adjusted Earnings per Share have limitations as analytical tools and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for analysis of our results as reported under GAAP or as an alternative to net income (loss), operating income (loss), earnings per share or any other measure of financial performance presented in accordance with GAAP. Adjusted Net Income (Loss). Net income (loss) plus accretion expense, transaction related costs, derivative fair value (gain) loss, net cash receipts (payments) on settled derivative instruments and non-cash equity-based compensation expense. Adjusted Earnings per Share. Adjusted Net Income (Loss) divided by the number of common Months Ended March 31, 2025($ thousands, except per share amounts) Basic per ShareDiluted per ShareReconciliation of Net Income (Loss) to Adjusted Net Income (Loss): Net Income (loss) $ (9,868)$ (0.05)$ (0.05)Transaction and other (income) expenses(1)(4,579)$ (0.03)$ (0.03)Decommissioning obligations(2)(157)$ (0.00)$ (0.00)Derivative fair value loss(3)15,853$ 0.09$ 0.09Net cash received on paid derivative instruments(3)5,167$ 0.03$ 0.03Non-cash income tax benefit(91)$ (0.00)$ (0.00)Non-cash equity-based compensation expense4,141$ 0.02$ 0.02Adjusted Net Income (Loss)(4) $ 10,466$ 0.06$ 0.06 Weighted average common shares outstanding at March 31, 2025: Basic180,192Diluted180,999 (1) Other income (expense) includes other miscellaneous income and expenses that the Company does not view as a meaningful indicator of its operating performance. (2) Estimated decommissioning obligations were a result of working interest partners or counterparties of divestiture transactions that were unable to perform the required abandonment obligations due to bankruptcy or insolvency. (3) The adjustments for the derivative fair value (gain) loss and net cash receipts (payments) on settled derivative instruments have the effect of adjusting net income (loss) for changes in the fair value of derivative instruments, which are recognized at the end of each accounting period because we do not designate commodity derivative instruments as accounting hedges. This results in reflecting commodity derivative gains and losses within Adjusted Net Income (Loss) on an unrealized basis during the period the derivatives settled. (4) The per share impacts reflected in this table were calculated independently and may not sum to total adjusted basic and diluted EPS due to rounding. Reconciliation of Total Debt to Net Debt and Net Debt to LTM Adjusted EBITDA We believe the presentation of Net Debt, LTM Adjusted EBITDA, Net Debt to LTM Adjusted EBITDA and Net Debt to LTM Adjusted EBITDA is important to provide management and investors with additional important information to evaluate our business. These measures are widely used by investors and ratings agencies in the valuation, comparison, rating and investment recommendations of companies. Net Debt. Total Debt principal minus cash and cash equivalents. Net Debt to LTM Adjusted EBITDA. Net Debt divided by the LTM Adjusted EBITDA. ($ thousands) March 31, 2025Reconciliation of Net Debt: 9.000% Second-Priority Senior Secured Notes – due February 2029 $ 625,0009.375% Second-Priority Senior Secured Notes – due February 2031625,000Bank Credit Facility – matures March 2027—Total Debt1,250,000Less: Cash and cash equivalents(202,950)Net Debt $ 1,047,050 Calculation of LTM Adjusted EBITDA: Adjusted EBITDA for three months period ended June 30, 2024 $ 343,984Adjusted EBITDA for three months period ended September 30, 2024324,359Adjusted EBITDA for three months period ended December 31, 2024361,814Adjusted EBITDA for three months period ended March 31, 2025363,003LTM Adjusted EBITDA $ 1,393,160 Reconciliation of Net Debt to LTM Adjusted EBITDA: Net Debt / LTM Adjusted EBITDA(1) 0.8x (1) Net Debt / LTM Adjusted EBITDA figure excludes the Finance Lease. Had the Finance Lease been included, Net Debt / LTM Adjusted EBITDA would have been 0.8x. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Talos Energy
Yahoo
07-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Talos Energy to Announce First Quarter 2025 Results on May 5, 2025 and Host Earnings Conference Call on May 6, 2025
HOUSTON, April 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Talos Energy Inc. ("Talos" or the "Company") (NYSE: TALO) intends to release first quarter 2025 results for the period ended March 31, 2025, on Monday, May 5, 2025, after the U.S. financial market closes. In addition to this release, Talos will host a conference call, broadcast live over the internet, on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time (9:00 AM Central Time). Listeners can access the conference call through a webcast link on the Company's website at: Alternatively, the conference call can be accessed by dialing (800) 836-8184 (North American toll-free) or (646) 357-8785 (international). Please dial in approximately 15 minutes before the teleconference is scheduled to begin and ask to be joined into the Talos Energy call. A replay of the call will be available one hour after the conclusion of the conference until May 13, 2025 and can be accessed by dialing (888) 660-6345 and using access code 14247#. ABOUT TALOS ENERGY Talos Energy (NYSE: TALO) is a technically driven, innovative, independent energy company focused on maximizing long-term value through its Exploration & Production business in the United States Gulf of America and offshore Mexico. We leverage decades of technical and offshore operational expertise to acquire, explore, and produce assets in key geological trends while maintaining a focus on safe and efficient operations, environmental responsibility, and community impact. For more information, visit INVESTOR RELATIONS CONTACT Clay Jeansonneinvestor@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Talos Energy Sign in to access your portfolio
Tahawul Tech
19-02-2025
- Business
- Tahawul Tech
'Cisco is making significant investments in key market opportunities, with security being a top priority'
Renton D'Souza, Vice President, Comstor MEA & Manoj Rawat, Director, Sigma Technologies L.L.C discuss core offerings, key growth areas and the importance of certification in this exclusive interview. Answered by Renton Q: What are the key advantages, core offerings, and differentiators of Comstor? A – Partnering with Comstor ensures collaboration with top-tier vendors, both global and local, whether they are emerging or well-established. We foster collaborative ecosystems that benefit our IT communities. We offer a comprehensive suite of services throughout the project lifecycle, which encompasses professional services, education, support, supply chain management, and financial services. Our expertise in trade and logistics enables us to manage cross-border transactions effectively for our partners. Our data-driven approach empowers us to make informed decisions that enhance business value for our partners. The go-to-market programs we provide are designed to help them seize every opportunity. Additionally, we are dedicated to sustainability, aiming to create a sustainable future for our organisation and the environment. This encapsulates the essence of Comstor and our mission. Q: What are Comstor's key growth areas and priorities for the year ahead? A – As a Cisco dedicated distributor, our entire go-to-market strategy is dedicated to empowering our partners and enhancing Cisco's market presence. Cisco is making significant investments in key market opportunities, with security being a top priority. Cisco has made substantial investments in collaboration with Comstor to broaden its security portfolio and acquisitions. This partnership has facilitated the creation of a robust cybersecurity portfolio that we are utilising to enhance market penetration. Given the increasing importance of cybersecurity for organizations today, Cisco's considerable investments in this area are highly relevant. Being one of the largest cybersecurity vendors globally, Cisco's extensive portfolio allows us to capitalize on significant opportunities with both partners and end-users. Answered by Manoj Rawat Q: Cyber security is a fast-moving sector, as both hackers and security providers vie to outsmart each other. New threats – and innovative ways to combat them – emerge all the time. How has alignment with Cisco helped you in terms of addressing the Cybersecurity needs of your customers? A – Enhancing Cybersecurity with Cisco: A Strategic Advantage At Sigma Technologies, our alignment with Cisco has been instrumental in strengthening our ability to address the evolving cybersecurity needs of our customers. This partnership empowers us in several key areas: Access to Cutting-Edge Technologies : Cisco's SecureX platform, Talos threat intelligence, and Zero Trust architecture provide a comprehensive defence framework. These advanced solutions enable us to proactively protect our customers against emerging threats with state-of-the-art security tools. : Cisco's SecureX platform, Talos threat intelligence, and Zero Trust architecture provide a comprehensive defence framework. These advanced solutions enable us to proactively protect our customers against emerging threats with state-of-the-art security tools. Proactive Threat Intelligence : Cisco Talos delivers real-time, actionable threat insights, allowing us to identify and mitigate risks before they impact our customers. This proactive approach enhances security resilience and fosters greater confidence in threat defence. : Cisco Talos delivers real-time, actionable threat insights, allowing us to identify and mitigate risks before they impact our customers. This proactive approach enhances security resilience and fosters greater confidence in threat defence. Integrated Security Ecosystem : Cisco's end-to-end security architecture spans networks, endpoints, cloud environments, and applications. This holistic approach simplifies cybersecurity management for our customers while improving threat detection, response times, and overall security posture. : Cisco's end-to-end security architecture spans networks, endpoints, cloud environments, and applications. This holistic approach simplifies cybersecurity management for our customers while improving threat detection, response times, and overall security posture. Scalability to Meet Business Needs : Cisco's solutions are designed to evolve with businesses, allowing us to customize cybersecurity offerings based on each customer's unique requirements—whether they are a growing startup or a large enterprise. : Cisco's solutions are designed to evolve with businesses, allowing us to customize cybersecurity offerings based on each customer's unique requirements—whether they are a growing startup or a large enterprise. Continuous Innovation and Collaborative Defence: By leveraging Cisco's partner ecosystem and cutting-edge innovations, Sigma Technologies delivers adaptive, next-generation security solutions. This strategic alignment ensures our customers benefit from industry-leading cybersecurity measures that evolve with the dynamic threat landscape. Through our partnership with Cisco, Sigma Technologies remains committed to empowering businesses with proactive, intelligent, and scalable cybersecurity solutions—ensuring their resilience in an ever-changing digital world. Q: As we embark on 2025, the realm of cybersecurity is poised on the brink of further transformative changes. Cyber threats are not just escalating in frequency but are also becoming more sophisticated, challenging traditional security paradigms. What are some of the key security related trends and solutions that are expected to gain momentum? A – As we step into 2025, the cybersecurity landscape continues to evolve, with threats becoming increasingly sophisticated and frequent. Organizations must adopt forward-thinking security strategies to mitigate risks and safeguard their digital ecosystems. Here are the key cybersecurity trends and solutions expected to shape the industry in the coming year: Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) With the proliferation of remote work, hybrid environments, and interconnected systems, the Zero Trust model remains a cornerstone of modern cybersecurity. Key Solutions: Advanced identity verification, multi-factor authentication (MFA), and real-time analytics to continuously validate users and devices, ensuring strict access controls. AI-Driven Cybersecurity As cyber adversaries leverage artificial intelligence to enhance attack precision and automation, organisations must integrate AI-driven defences to detect and respond to threats in real time. Key Solutions: Behavioural analytics, automated incident response mechanisms, and predictive threat intelligence platforms that enhance threat mitigation capabilities. Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) The convergence of networking and security services through SASE frameworks is gaining momentum, particularly with the rise of cloud adoption and distributed workforces. Key Solutions: Cloud-delivered firewalls, secure web gateways, and zero-trust network access (ZTNA) unified under a single, scalable security model. Regulatory Compliance and Data Privacy Governments and regulatory bodies worldwide are enforcing stricter cybersecurity mandates and data privacy regulations, necessitating greater compliance efforts. Key Solutions: Automated compliance monitoring, advanced data protection platforms, and privacy-centric frameworks designed to ensure regulatory adherence. Decentralised Identity Management With growing concerns over data privacy and identity security, decentralized identity systems are emerging as a viable alternative to traditional identity management approaches. Key Solutions: Blockchain-based identity platforms and verifiable credentials that empower users with greater control over their digital identities. The Road Ahead In 2025, a proactive and integrated cybersecurity approach will be essential for organisations to stay ahead of emerging threats. Leveraging advanced technologies, industry best practices, and strategic partnerships will be critical to building resilient security infrastructures. By embracing these evolving trends, businesses can fortify their defences, protect critical assets, and ensure compliance in an increasingly complex digital world. Q: Can you share how your strategic partnership with Comstor has helped you in taking the latest Cisco security solutions to the customers? A – At Sigma Technologies, our strategic partnership with Comstor has been pivotal in delivering Cisco's latest security solutions to our customers. This collaboration enables us to provide cutting-edge cybersecurity technologies while ensuring seamless access to Cisco's comprehensive security portfolio, including SecureX, Umbrella, Talos, and Zero Trust frameworks. As a leading global distributor of Cisco solutions, Comstor empowers us with: Exclusive Partner Enablement Programs – Continuous training and certification programs keep our teams at the forefront of Cisco's security innovations. Exclusive Partner Enablement Programs – Continuous training and certification programs keep our teams at the forefront of Cisco's security innovations. Pre-Sales and Solution Architecture Support – Expert guidance and access to technical demonstrations enhance our ability to craft tailored security solutions for diverse industries. Marketing and Go-to-Market Strategies – Comstor equips us with co-branded materials, targeted campaigns, and strategic insights to amplify customer engagement. Beyond technology enablement, Comstor's flexible financing models, including Cisco Capital and consumption-based options, allow us to offer scalable, enterprise-grade security solutions that align with our customers' financial and operational requirements. This ensures businesses of all sizes can adopt robust cybersecurity measures without budgetary constraints. Our collaboration with Comstor also enables us to develop focused go-to-market strategies, targeting key industry segments where Cisco's security solutions provide maximum impact. This alignment enhances our ability to deliver cybersecurity solutions with precision, efficiency, and a strong value proposition. Ultimately, this partnership reinforces Sigma Technologies' position as a trusted cybersecurity provider, backed by Cisco's global ecosystem. By bridging the gap between innovation and business security needs, we empower our customers to navigate today's complex threat landscape with confidence. Q: What are the some of the key milestones including training and certifications that your company has achieved over the years? A – At Sigma Technologies, we take pride in our commitment to excellence, continuous learning, and industry-leading expertise. Over the years, we have achieved several key milestones that reflect our dedication to delivering top-tier IT solutions and services. ISO 9001 Certification – Quality Management Excellence Sigma Technologies has been ISO 9001 certified for many years, ensuring that our processes and services adhere to the highest quality management standards. This certification underscores our focus on operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement. Comprehensive Training and Certifications We strongly believe in fostering in-house expertise rather than outsourcing critical services. Our team members undergo rigorous training and certification programs across all levels of the products and technologies we work with. This commitment enables us to provide expert solutions with confidence and efficiency. Cisco Specialisations and Certifications As a long-standing Cisco partner, we have achieved multiple specializations in Advanced Services and Collaboration. These specialisations validate our ability to design, implement, and support cutting-edge Cisco solutions tailored to diverse business needs. Cisco Core Security Specialisation – A Recent Achievement Recognising the growing importance of cybersecurity, we have recently attained the Cisco Core Security Specialisation. This achievement demonstrates our advanced expertise in delivering secure networking solutions, cybersecurity frameworks, and threat intelligence services. Through these certifications and specialisations, Sigma Technologies continues to position itself as a trusted IT partner, ensuring that we stay at the forefront of technological advancements to support our customers effectively. Image Credit: Comstor & Sigma Technologies
