Wintermar Offshore (WINS:JK) Reports 1Q2023 Results

PT Wintermar Offshore Marine Tbk (WINS:JK) has announced results for 1Q2023. Operating Profit rebound to US$1.6 million from a loss of US$1.4 million in 1Q2022 after strong increase in Revenues. Stronger charter rates contributed to the 51%YOY increase in total revenue to US$15.9 million and gross profit of US$3.0 million for 1Q2023.

Owned Vessel Division

During the first quarter of 2023, charter rates were higher, boosting Owned Vessel revenue by 46%YOY to US$9.7 million, and generating a turnaround in the division with a positive gross profit of US$1.7 million for 1Q2023 compared to a loss of US$0.6 million for 1Q2022. Quarterly utilization for 1Q2023 was 67%, higher than 61% in 1Q2022, but lower than the high utilization of 82% in 4Q2022, as several longer-term contracts completed in 1Q2023 and vessels underwent interim maintenance while being prepared for new contracts.

Direct Expenses were 10.6% higher, mainly due to higher maintenance (+154.4%YOY) and operations (+30.6% YOY) costs for parts and consumables. Depreciation was slightly lower at US$3 million (-2.5%YOY) as some of the additional vessels were not yet activated. Crewing costs rose by 2.6%YOY to US$2.1 million for 1Q2023.

Chartering and Other Services

Gross Profit from the Chartering Division rose by 16.6% YOY to US$0.4 million while Gross Profit from Other Services rose by 124.9% to US$0.9 million as demand for ancillary services also improved.

Total Gross Profit jumped to US$3.0 million for 1Q2023, compared to only US$0.2 million in 1Q2022, reflecting more robust conditions in the industry.

Indirect Expenses and Operating Profit

During 1Q2023, total Indirect Expenses fell by 9.4%YOY to US$1.4 million. Staff salaries increased by 5.1%YOY due to new hires during 2022 after a hiring freeze ended during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, this was offset by lower employee benefit expenses as actuarial liabilities were adjusted to comply with the new Omnibus law. Office utilities rose 39%YOY to US$0.1 million as most employees returned to work in the office compared to 1Q2022 where employees were still working from home.

Operating Profit saw a convincing turnaround for 1Q2023 at US$1.6 million, compared to a loss of US$1.4 million in 1Q2022.

Other Income, Expenses and Net Attributable Profit

The better operating conditions has contributed to higher cash flow as EBITDA saw a sharp increase to US$4.6 million in 1Q2023 from US$1.7 million in 1Q2022.

As the Company’s borrowings fell to US$16.1 million by 31 March 2023 compared to US$24.3 million at end March 2022, net interest expenses continued to fall by 28.6%YOY to US$0.26 million.

Associate companies recorded a loss of US$ 0.4 million, from the cost of preparing an additional vessel for operations. For 1Q2023, Total Net Income before tax and minorities stood at US$0.85 million compared to a loss of US$2.0 million for 1Q2022.

Net Attributable Profit to Parent Entity for 1Q2023 amounted to US$0.18 million compared to a loss of US$1.8 million for the same period in 2022.

Business Outlook

OPEC+ members announced a voluntary production cut beginning from May 2023 to the end of the year, indicating that oil prices should remain firm. This confirms the positive outlook for oil and gas exploration as more new projects are being announced.

There has been an increase in optimism in upstream activities in Asia where more drilling projects are being approved. During the first quarter there were several new requests for proposals in the region, including in Brunei, Thailand, Malaysia as well as Indonesia. Charter rates are rising as demand for OSVs has picked up while supply has been stagnant.

Rystad Energy has estimated that South East Asian upstream investments will grow by 10% in 2023 and 15% in 2024, largely in offshore fields. This is positive for our fleet expansion strategy.

Fleet utilization fell in 1Q2023 because some vessels have come off longer term contracts when charter rates were lower. The Company will be looking to deploy these in contracts with higher charter rates in the coming months.

Contracts on hand as at end March 2023 amounted to US$72 million.

About Wintermar Offshore Marine Group

Wintermar Offshore Marine Group (WINS.JK), developed over nearly 50 years with a track record of quality that is both a source of pride and responsibility that we are dedicated to upholding, and sails a fleet of more than 48 Offshore Support Vessels ready for long term as well as spot charters. All vessels are operated by experienced Indonesian crew, tracked by satellite systems and monitored in real-time by shore-based Vessel Teams.

Wintermar is the first shipping company in Indonesia to be certified with an Integrated Management System by Lloyd’s Register Quality Assurance, and is currently certified with ISO 9001:2015 (Quality), ISO14001:2015 (Environment) and OHSAS 18001:2007 (Occupational Health and Safety). For more information, please visit www.wintermar.com.

For further information, please contact:
Ms. Pek Swan Layanto, CFA
Investor Relations
PT Wintermar Offshore Marine Tbk
Tel (62-21) 530 5201 Ext 401
Email: investor_relations@wintermar.com


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Wintermar Offshore (WINS:JK) Fully Repays USD 45 Million Loan to IFC

On 5th December 2022, Wintermar Group (WINS) fully repaid the US$45 million loan facility by IFC signed in December 2011. The IFC loan enabled Wintermar to transform the fleet into higher valued vessels through the purchase of 8 OSVs. Although the loan maturity had been extended to 2025, through better cash management the Company has been able to fully repay the loan early on December 2022.

Sugiman Layanto, Managing Director of WINS said, “Wintermar values IFC as a partner that has played an important role in the growth of Wintermar. Our relationship with IFC facilitated the Company’s growth to become a recognised international shipowner and operator in the Offshore industry. With IFC’s support, Wintermar has continued to develop and reaffirm its best practices in Environmental, Social as well as Corporate Governance standards. We are thankful that we have been able to complete this early repayment of the loan ahead of the repayment schedule. We look forward to continuing our relationship.”

Azam Khan, IFC Country Manager for Indonesia and Timor-Leste said, “We are very pleased with IFC’s long term partnership with Wintermar. It demonstrates IFC’s commitment and continuous support to local clients even during challenging times. We look forward to continuing this relationship and supporting the company’s new initiatives such as offshore wind and other renewable energy endeavors.”

Wintermar has in recent months embarked on a fleet expansion program, with total acquisition of 2 PSVs in 2021 and 1 PSV and 5 AHTS in 2022 through internally generated cash and term loans of US$14 million. Net gearing after this repayment is still low at 8.9%, providing room for further growth in the coming years.

About Wintermar Offshore Marine Group

Wintermar Offshore Marine Group (WINS.JK), developed over nearly 50 years with a track record of quality that is both a source of pride and responsibility that we are dedicated to upholding, and sails a fleet of more than 48 Offshore Support Vessels ready for long term as well as spot charters. All vessels are operated by experienced Indonesian crew, tracked by satellite systems and monitored in real-time by shore-based Vessel Teams.

Wintermar is the first shipping company in Indonesia to be certified with an Integrated Management System by Lloyd’s Register Quality Assurance, and is currently certified with ISO 9001:2015 (Quality), ISO14001:2015 (Environment) and OHSAS 18001:2007 (Occupational Health and Safety). For more information, please visit www.wintermar.com.

For further information, please contact:

Ms. Pek Swan Layanto, CFA

Investor Relations

PT Wintermar Offshore Marine Tbk

Tel (62-21) 530 5201 Ext 401

Email: investor_relations@wintermar.com






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Wintermar Offshore (WINS:JK) Reports 9M2022 Results

Wintermar Offshore Marine (WINS:JK) has announced results for 9M2022. Total revenue for 9M2022 jumps by 38%YOY to US$41.6 million, while gross profit grew 29%YOY to US$5.3 million. Improvement in Owned Vessel revenues and strong contribution from our Chartering Division produced a stronger performance in 3Q2022.

Owned Vessel Division

During 3Q2022, several mid and high tier vessels commenced operations for projects in Indonesia and Brunei. This contributed to a rise in fleet utilization in 3Q2022 to 76% compared to 70% for 2Q2022 and only 61% in 1Q2022. Owned vessel revenue for 3Q2022 grew by 24.3%QOQ, while direct expenses only rose by 13.3%QOQ, leading to a higher gross margin of 18.1% in 3Q2022 compared to 10.1% in 2Q2022. This division recorded gross profit of US$1.77 million for 3Q2022 which was 122.4% higher QOQ as compared to 2Q2022.

For 9M2022, total Owned Vessel Direct expenses rise by 3% against a 1% fall in revenue, leading to a 29%YOY decline in gross profit to US$2 million compared to 9M2021, mainly from the poor conditions in 1Q2022 and higher fuel costs arising from the demobilization of a vessel returning from work in Africa.

Chartering and Other Services

The Chartering Division continued to provide a strong contribution to gross profit of US$1.5 million for 9M2022, which more than doubled, rising 129%YOY as compared to US$0.66 million in 9M2021. As business activity picked up, revenues from Other Services also jumped to US$4.4 million for 9M2022, +176%YOY from US$1.6 million in 9M2021, contributing US$1.8 million to gross profit for 9M2022.

The increase in fee-based incomes from Chartering and Other Services reflects the management strategy to leverage on the ship management strength of the Company and reduce reliance on capital intensive sources of income.

Total Gross Profit for 9M2022 was US$5.3 million, a 29%YOY increase from 9M2021.

Indirect Expenses and Operating Profit

Indirect Expenses for 9M2022 were 19%YOY higher at US$4.7 million. This was primarily due to higher salary expenses from the lifting of a hiring freeze over the past two years during the pandemic and the reinstatement of salaries for directors and senior management who had voluntary salary cuts from the past two years.

Operating Profit for 9M2022 was 290%YOY higher at US$0.6 million, reflecting the recovery of the underlying business.

Other Income, Expenses and Net Attributable profit

As total loans continued to be paid down, interest expenses fell by 36%YOY to US$1.1 million, while equity in net earnings of associates doubled to US$0.5 million for the 9M2022 period.

At the attributable level, the Company recorded a net loss attributable to shareholders of US$2.1 million for 9M2022 compared to a loss of US$0.1 million in 9M2021. This resulted from the sale of vessel during the quarter resulting in a loss on sale of fixed asset of US$2.6 million.

EBITDA for 9M2022 was US$9.8million, -4%YOY as compared to 9M2021.

Outlook for Oil and Gas Exploration

The third quarter has seen a marked increase in oil and gas activity globally. The rising tensions between Ukraine and Russia have heightened the risks of disruption to energy supply, and energy security has risen in priority as a topic of concern for most countries.

In Indonesia, several projects commenced in Sumatra, the Natuna sea, Makassar Straits and Papua. SKK Migas revealed that out of their plan for 42 exploration wells and 790 development wells to be drilled in 2022, only 43% was realized by June 2022. The higher oil price seems to be creating some urgency to catch up with the plan. Globally, the Middle East and Africa have been the most active in contracting for offshore rigs. There has been an increase in demand for larger numbers of high tier OSVs like PSVs and AHTS, as larger drilling campaigns are being planned. In the Middle East, there seems to be a structural shift from onshore to offshore production as new reserves are sought.

Business Outlook

As demand for Offshore Support Vessels (OSVs) has risen steadily while operationally ready OSVs worldwide are not easily available, the management is optimistic that charter rates will continue to rise through 2023. In 3Q2022 contracts on hand have risen as a result of new contracts secured in Indonesia, Brunei and Thailand. By 4Q2022, two more of the recently purchased vessels are expected to be ready for work, while the remaining two PSVs are still undergoing refitting and reactivation until early 2023. As the net gearing is now below 11%, management will seek funding to continue purchasing assets to ride the upturn in the cycle.

Contracts on hand as at end September 2022 totaled US$65.9 million.

About Wintermar Offshore Marine Group

Wintermar Offshore Marine Group (WINS.JK), developed over nearly 50 years with a track record of quality that is both a source of pride and responsibility that we are dedicated to upholding, and sails a fleet of more than 48 Offshore Support Vessels ready for long term as well as spot charters. All vessels are operated by experienced Indonesian crew, tracked by satellite systems and monitored in real-time by shore-based Vessel Teams.

Wintermar is the first shipping company in Indonesia to be certified with an Integrated Management System by Lloyd’s Register Quality Assurance, and is currently certified with ISO 9001:2015 (Quality), ISO14001:2015 (Environment) and OHSAS 18001:2007 (Occupational Health and Safety). For more information, please visit www.wintermar.com.

For further information, please contact:

Ms. Pek Swan Layanto, CFA

Investor Relations

PT Wintermar Offshore Marine Tbk

Tel (62-21) 530 5201 Ext 401

Email: investor_relations@wintermar.com






Topic: Earnings



Wintermar Offshore (WINS:JK) Reports 1H2022 Results

Wintermar Offshore Marine (WINS:JK) has announced results for 1H2022. Total revenue was up 25%YOY to US$25 million, helped by higher chartered vessels revenue. Revenues rebounded in 2Q2022 by 39%QOQ as several vessels commenced operations after delays in 1Q2022. All Divisions turned in positive gross profit for the 2nd quarter reflecting higher demand for OSVs.

Owned Vessel Division

After recording a loss for 1Q2022, gross profit for 2Q2022 rebounded to US$2.1 million on revenues of US$7.9 million, +19%QOQ. This reflects a higher utilization rate for Owned Vessels in 2Q2022 of 70% compared to only 61% in 1Q2022. Gross Profit from Owned Vessels turned around to US$0.8 million in 2Q2022 compared to a loss of US$0.58 million in 1Q2022.

The three high tier vessels purchased recently were still awaiting the arrival of dynamic positioning equipment for an upgrade of their DP capability before conducting their Sea Trial and to be ready to sail.

On a YOY basis, Owned Vessel Direct expenses were 2% higher YOY, largely from higher fuel expenses incurred in a one-off demobilization of a vessel returning from work in Africa, offset by an 8% lower depreciation charge due to vessel disposal YOY. Revenue from Owned Vessels declined by 13% YOY due mainly to disposal of 7 Vessels in 2021. Gross Profit from Owned Vessels for 1H2022 amounted to US0.2 million compared to a US$2.7 million in 1H2021.

Chartering and Other Services

For 1H2022, Chartering Revenue jumped 205% YOY to US$7.96 million compared to US$2.6 million in 1H2021, reflecting some contracts in Brunei. For 1H2022, Chartering Division contributed Gross Profit of US$0.9 million (+150% YOY), while other services gross profit was also up significantly at US$1.15 million (+417% YOY).

Total Gross Profit for 1H2022 was US$2.27 million which was 31% lower YOY as compared to 1H2021.

Indirect Expenses and Operating Profit

Total indirect expenses for 1H2022 were US$3.15 million, up 20% as compared to 1H2021 with salary reflecting the highest increase of 31%.

At the Operating level, the Company recorded a loss of US$0.88 million for 1H2022, compared to US$0.7 million profit in 1H2021.

Other Income, Expenses and Net Attributable profit

For 1H2022, Interest Expenses fell 39% YOY to US$0.74 million as the Group continues to reduce outstanding bank debt. At 30 June 2022, the Net Debt to Equity (Net Gearing) amounted to 13%. Share of Equity in Earnings of Associates totalled US$0.38 million.

The Net Loss Attributable to Shareholders for 1H2022 was US$1 million compared to a loss of US$0.5 million for 1H2021.

EBITDA for 1H2022 was 29% lower YOY at US$5.3 million.

Outlook for Oil and Gas exploration

With Brent oil prices staying high during the 2Q2022, activity in upstream oil continued to be firm. The International Energy Agency (IEA) in its June Oil Market Report projected that global oil demand will reach 103m b/d in 2023, while total global oil output is still constrained due to sanctions against Russia. Westwood Global Energy research is projecting a strong industry upcycle for offshore investments through 2026 if oil prices stay high.

Stronger demand for OSVs have been seen worldwide, as utilization rates are higher across all geographic areas. However, although charter rates were higher in the North Sea and Middle East, they have not risen much yet in Asia Pacific.

Outlook

The Company is looking to better utilization in 2H2022 when the recently acquired PSVs will be ready for operation. There have been more requests for quotation and several new tenders announced in Indonesia and the Asian region. Charter rates for OSVs in Asia are expected to rise after utilization rates pick up further next year.

Contracts on hand as at end June 2022 totalled US$62 million.

About Wintermar Offshore Marine Group

Wintermar Offshore Marine Group (WINS.JK), developed over nearly 50 years with a track record of quality that is both a source of pride and responsibility that we are dedicated to upholding, and sails a fleet of more than 48 Offshore Support Vessels ready for long term as well as spot charters. All vessels are operated by experienced Indonesian crew, tracked by satellite systems and monitored in real-time by shore-based Vessel Teams.

Wintermar is the first shipping company in Indonesia to be certified with an Integrated Management System by Lloyd’s Register Quality Assurance, and is currently certified with ISO 9001:2015 (Quality), ISO14001:2015 (Environment) and OHSAS 18001:2007 (Occupational Health and Safety). For more information, please visit www.wintermar.com.

For further information, please contact:
Ms. Pek Swan Layanto, CFA
Investor Relations
PT Wintermar Offshore Marine Tbk
Tel: (62-21) 530 5201 Ext 401
Email: investor_relations@wintermar.com






Topic: Earnings

Wintermar Offshore (WINS:JK) Unveils Growth Strategy

Wintermar Offshore Marine (WINS:JK) has invested US$12 million to acquire 3 Platform Supply Vessels and 3 Anchor Handling Tug Supply Vessels since November 2021, to gear up for new drilling cycle.

In the Public Expose on 24 June 2022, PT Wintermar Offshore Marine Tbk unveiled their growth strategy to position the Company for an anticipated upturn in drilling. As the global rig count has risen steadily over the past few months, Offshore Supply Vessel (OSV) utilization has improved globally and charter rates have started to pick up.

To raise the yield of the fleet, the Company has improved the fleet composition through the sale and reinvestment of certain vessels. 95% of the fleet is now concentrated into higher value vessels. Wintermar now has seven Platform Supply Vessels, three of which are undergoing docking for reactivation and should be ready for operations by 2H2022. This is timed in anticipation of a stronger 2023 as there has been an increase in project approvals for offshore drilling and corresponding rise in demand for OSVs.

Finance Director Janto Lili reported that the Company has succeeded in controlling costs while continuing to repay debt. The Company turned around in 2021 with a net profit after tax of US$0.2 million following several years of net losses. Net gearing was reduced to 14.7% by end of March 2022.

Managing Director, Sugiman Layanto reiterated an optimistic view for the coming years, with OSV charter rates projected to rise. This is due to the demand for OSVs rising in line with the jump in offshore drilling projects, while the supply of operationally ready OSVs is still limited due to the industry downturn over the past years.

In the longer term investments in renewable energy are expected to grow while investments in oil and gas are still projected to be stable to meet the energy needs of the world. As an OSV operator, Wintermar will benefit from higher demand for vessels initially from oil and gas industry but in the coming years additional upside in demand is expected from the offshore wind industry.

For the future, Wintermar will focus on higher value vessels to improve fleet yields and continue to improve cost efficiency.

As at end of May 2022, the Company’s Contracts on hand amounted to US$64 million.

About Wintermar Offshore Marine Group

Wintermar Offshore Marine Group (WINS.JK), developed over nearly 50 years with a track record of quality that is both a source of pride and responsibility that we are dedicated to upholding, and sails a fleet of more than 48 Offshore Support Vessels ready for long term as well as spot charters. All vessels are operated by experienced Indonesian crew, tracked by satellite systems and monitored in real-time by shore-based Vessel Teams.

Wintermar is the first shipping company in Indonesia to be certified with an Integrated Management System by Lloyd’s Register Quality Assurance, and is currently certified with ISO 9001:2015 (Quality), ISO14001:2015 (Environment) and OHSAS 18001:2007 (Occupational Health and Safety). For more information, please visit www.wintermar.com.

For further information, please contact:
Ms. Pek Swan Layanto, CFA
Investor Relations
PT Wintermar Offshore Marine Tbk
Tel: (62-21) 530 5201 Ext 401
Email: investor_relations@wintermar.com






Topic: Press release summary