Exhibit 99.1
For release: April 9, 2003, 6:00 am EDT Contact: Mark Rittenbaum
GREENBRIER ANNOUNCES IMPROVED SECOND QUARTER RESULTS AND BACKLOG; FORECASTS
RETURN TO PROFITABILITY IN SECOND HALF OF THE FISCAL YEAR AND FOR THE YEAR AS A
WHOLE.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Enhanced performance in North America and Europe improved bottom
line results from the same period last year. Loss from continuing
operations of $.8 million, or $.05 per share, was realized for the
second quarter of fiscal 2003. This compares to a loss from
continuing operations of $3.2 million, or $.22 per share, in the
second quarter of fiscal 2002.
- Second quarter fiscal 2003 results included costs of $3.2 million
pre-tax associated with certain temporary manufacturing
inefficiencies and supplier related issues in North America.
- Management forecasts a return to profitability in the second half
of the fiscal year and the year as a whole, as the result of higher
production rates, improved margins, and operating efficiencies.
- New orders for 1,500 freight cars, with a value of $90 million, were
received during the second quarter.
- New railcar manufacturing backlog in North America and Europe rose
to 5,800 units valued at $330 million at February 28, 2003, compared
to 5,700 units valued at $310 million at November 30, 2002.
- The Company continues to maintain strong liquidity. After debt
paydowns of $17 million in the first half of the year, February 28,
2003 cash balances were virtually unchanged from August 31, 2002 at
nearly $60 million; unused lines of credit remained at $110 million
in North America.
LAKE OSWEGO, OREGON, APRIL 9, 2003 - The Greenbrier Companies [NYSE:GBX]
today reported improved results for its second fiscal quarter ended February 28,
2003. Both North American and European operations showed significant financial
improvement against the prior year's second fiscal quarter. New railcar backlog
and production rates have also doubled during this same period. The Company
anticipates a return to profitability for the second half of the fiscal year
and for the year as a whole.
Results for continuing operations in North America were a loss of $0.8
million for the second quarter of fiscal year 2003, compared to a loss of $3.2
million in the second quarter of 2002 and nearly break even results for the
first quarter of 2003. Loss from discontinued European operations was $.5
million for the quarter, compared to a loss of $13.7 million in the second
quarter of 2002 and a loss of $.6 million in the first quarter of 2003. The
prior year's second quarter results include a special charge to continuing North
American operations of $2.1 million pretax, and a $17.1 million pretax special
charge to discontinued operations.
Net loss for the quarter was $1.2 million, or $.09 per share, compared to
a net loss of $16.8 million, or $1.19 per share, in the second quarter of
fiscal 2002.
Backlog remained strong and stable during the quarter in both North
America and Europe. The February 28, 2003 backlog includes 4,500 units valued at
$230 million from North American operations and 1,300 units valued at $100
million from European operations. The November 30, 2002 backlog also included
4,500 units valued at $230 million in North America and 1,200 units valued at
$80 million in Europe. During the quarter, the Company received orders for 1,500
new railcars valued at $90 million.
William A. Furman, president and chief executive officer, said, "Greenbrier's
business outlook in new freight cars continues to improve. Orders for over 3,200
railcars have been received during the first six months of the fiscal year,
pushing new railcar production and related financial visibility into our next
fiscal year. We expect the Company to be profitable for the second half of the
year and the year as a whole, due to higher production levels and improved
margins at all of our new railcar facilities. The available supply of rail
castings to meet scheduled production continues to be a critical item. We intend
to press forward to protect our own interests, and to seek a solution for the
industry's difficulties."
"In Mexico, Gunderson-Concarril has been re-opened, and we have
commenced production of boxcars for TTX Company. Starting in May, our Gunderson
facility will exclusively build double-stack intermodal cars, where the market
outlook is strong. Recent orders for over 1,300 riserless deck center partition
cars provide a solid outlook for our TrentonWorks facility in Canada.
Greenbrier's marine business also received a new order during the second quarter
for a 100,000 barrel ocean-going oil barge, pushing its backlog into mid-2004."
Furman added, "We continue to make great progress in our European operations, as
a result of aggressive cost reduction measures taken in 2002 and a rebound in
the market. Greenbrier remains committed to its plan to recapitalize European
operations by the end of fiscal 2003."
Mark Rittenbaum, senior vice president and treasurer noted, "During each of the
first two fiscal quarters of 2003, the Company delivered 1,200 new railcars in
North America, compared to only 700 cars in the second quarter of 2002.
Deliveries in the second half of fiscal 2003 are anticipated to exceed 3,500
units, as we operate at higher production levels."
"The Company's second quarter was impacted by temporary production
inefficiencies at TrentonWorks due to the delay in drop deck center partition
car production while patent litigation is being resolved. As a result of recent
new orders at TrentonWorks, production of riserless deck cars has been
accelerated to offset the delay, and TrentonWorks is operating at efficient
levels of production again. Gunderson also experienced certain supplier related
issues which are now resolved."
Rittenbaum added, "Greenbrier continues to maintain strong liquidity, with cash
balances unchanged over the past six months at nearly $60 million, pay downs of
debt of $17 million, and unused lines of credit of nearly $110 million. EBITDA
from continuing operations was $14.3 million for the first six months of fiscal
2003, compared to $11.2 million for the first six months of fiscal 2002."
The Greenbrier Companies, headquartered in Lake Oswego, Oregon, is a leading
supplier of transportation equipment and services to the railroad industry in
North America. Greenbrier builds new railroad freight cars in the U.S., Canada
and Mexico, and repairs and refurbishes freight cars and wheels at thirteen
locations across North America. The Company also builds new railroad freight
cars and refurbishes freight cars for the European market through its
manufacturing operations in Poland and various sub-contractor facilities
throughout Europe. At Greenbrier's Portland, Oregon manufacturing facility, it
builds ocean-going barges for the maritime industry. Greenbrier owns or manages
a fleet of approximately 49,000 railcars.
Except for historical information contained herein, this press release
contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities
Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including without limitation, statements as to
expectations, beliefs, and future financial performance. These forward-looking
statements are dependent on a number of factors, business risks and issues, a
change in which could cause actual results to differ materially from those
expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements. Such factors, risks and
issues are set forth from time to time under "Forward-Looking Statements," in
Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of
Operations in Greenbrier's SEC filings and reports. Any forward-looking
statement speaks only as of the date on which such statement is made. Greenbrier
undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect
events or circumstances after the date on which such statement is made.
The Greenbrier Companies will host a teleconference to discuss second
quarter results. Teleconference details are as follows:
Wednesday, April 9, 2003
8:00 am Pacific Daylight Time
Real-time Audio Access: ("Newsroom" at http://www.gbrx.com)
Please access the site 10 minutes prior to the start time. Following the call, a
replay will be available on the same site.
THE GREENBRIER COMPANIES, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(In thousands, unaudited)
February 28, August 31,
2003 2002
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ASSETS
Cash and cash equivalents $ 59,240 $ 58,777
Accounts and notes receivable 40,916 45,135
Inventories 69,949 56,868
Investment in direct finance leases 52,855 69,536
Equipment on operating leases 143,575 151,580
Property, plant and equipment 57,091 58,292
Other 19,959 21,507
Discontinued operations 45,416 65,751
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$489,001 $527,446
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LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
Revolving notes $ 5,511 $ 3,571
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities 117,493 108,244
Deferred participation 43,963 52,937
Deferred income taxes 14,859 13,823
Notes payable 122,046 136,577
Discontinued operations 56,672 77,188
Subordinated debt 23,131 27,069
Minority interest 4,898 4,898
Stockholders' equity 100,428 103,139
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$489,001 $527,446
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THE GREENBRIER COMPANIES, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(In thousands, except per share amounts, unaudited)
Three Months Ended Six Months Ended
February 28, February 28,
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2003 2002 2003 2002
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REVENUE
Manufacturing $ 86,539 $ 53,552 $ 165,749 $ 106,769
Leasing & services 18,190 18,270 35,869 36,509
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104,729 71,822 201,618 143,278
COST OF REVENUE
Manufacturing 83,173 52,899 157,508 102,591
Leasing & services 10,961 10,632 22,527 20,863
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94,134 63,531 180,035 123,454
MARGIN 10,595 8,291 21,583 19,824
OTHER COSTS
Selling and administrative 8,162 7,132 15,232 14,623
expense
Interest expense 2,992 3,915 6,273 8,163
Special charges -- 2,083 -- 2,083
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11,154 13,130 21,505 24,869
Earnings (loss) before income
taxes, minority interest and
equity in unconsolidated
subsidiary (559) (4,839) 78 (5,045)
Income tax benefit (expense) 213 1,911 (16) 1,996
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Earnings (loss) before minority
interest and equity in
unconsolidated subsidiary (346) (2,928) 62 (3,049)
Minority interest 18 171 -- --
Equity in unconsolidated
subsidiary (437) (416) (955) (925)
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LOSS FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS (765) (3,173) (893) (3,974)
Loss from discontinued
operations (net of tax) (472) (13,653) (1,088) (17,895)
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NET LOSS $ (1,237) $ (16,826) $ (1,981) $ (21,869)
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Basic loss per common share
Continuing operations $ (0.05) $ (0.22) $ (0.06) $ (0.28)
Discontinued operations (0.04) (0.97) (0.08) (1.27)
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Net loss $ (0.09) $ (1.19) $ (0.14) $ (1.55)
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Diluted loss per common share
Continuing operations $ (0.05) $ (0.22) $ (0.06) $ (0.28)
Discontinued operations (0.04) (0.97) (0.08) (1.27)
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Net loss $ (0.09) $ (1.19) $ (0.14) $ (1.55)
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Weighted average common shares:
Basic 14,121 14,121 14,121 14,121
Diluted 14,121 14,121 14,121 14,121
THE GREENBRIER COMPANIES, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(In thousands, unaudited)
Six Months Ended
February 28,
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2003 2002
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CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Net loss $ (1,981) $(21,869)
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net
cash used in operating activities:
Loss from discontinued operations 1,088 17,895
Other changes in discontinued
operations (1,269) (159)
Deferred income taxes 1,036 (5,051)
Deferred participation (8,974) (1,936)
Depreciation and amortization 8,895 9,044
Gain on sales of equipment (333) (507)
Other (836) (19)
Decrease (increase) in assets:
Accounts and notes receivable 4,219 699
Inventories (15,968) 157
Other 1,424 1,324
Increase (decrease) in liabilities:
Accounts payable and accrued
liabilities 9,603 (4,639)
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Net cash used in operating activities (3,096) (5,061)
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CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES
Principal payments received under
direct finance leases 7,801 10,175
Proceeds from sales of equipment 17,492 14,785
Purchase of property and equipment (4,928) (10,312)
Investment in discontinued operations -- (1,200)
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Net cash provided by investing
activities 20,365 13,448
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CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Changes in revolving notes 1,940 (7,856)
Repayments of notes payable (14,808) (20,663)
Repayment of subordinated debt (3,938) (8,230)
Dividends -- (847)
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Net cash used in financing activities (16,806) (37,596)
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INCREASE (DECREASE) IN CASH AND CASH 463 (29,209)
EQUIVALENTS
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS
Beginning of period 58,777 74,547
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End of period $ 59,240 $ 45,338
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THE GREENBRIER COMPANIES, INC.
SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE
Reconciliation of GAAP to EBITDA(1)
(In thousands, unaudited)
Six Months Ended
February 28,
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2003 2002
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Reported GAAP loss from continuing
operations $ (893) $(3,974)
Income tax (benefit)/expense 16 (1,966)
Interest expense 6,273 8,163
Depreciation and amortization 8,895 9,044
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EBITDA from continuing operations $14,291 $11,267
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(1) "EBITDA" (earnings from continuing operations before interest, taxes,
depreciation and amortization) is a measurement commonly used by the rail
supply companies. It should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute
for cash flow from operation activities or cash flow statement data prepared in
accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
THE GREENBRIER COMPANIES, INC.
Summarized results of operations of the discontinued operations are:
(In thousands) Three Months Ended Six Months Ended
February 28, February 28,
2003 2002 2003 2002
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Revenue (1) $ 13,851 $ 27,246 $ 55,751 $ 35,673
Cost of revenue (1) 12,265 26,980 51,762 35,572
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Margin 1,586 266 3,989 101
Selling and administrative
expense 1,391 2,187 3,776 5,068
Interest expense 766 768 1,419 2,007
Special charges (2) -- 17,129 -- 17,129
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Loss before income taxes and
minority interest (571) (19,818) (1,206) (24,103)
Income tax benefit 99 6,111 118 6,111
Minority interest -- 54 -- 97
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Loss from discontinued
operations $ (472) $(13,653) $ (1,088) $(17,895)
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The following assets and liabilities of the European operation are classified as
discontinued operations:
(In thousands) February 28, August 31,
2003 2002
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Cash and cash equivalents $ 8,695 $ 8,953
Accounts receivable 15,750 9,645
Inventories (1) 12,128 39,304
Property, plant and equipment 1,540 1,072
Other 7,303 6,777
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Total assets - discontinued operations $45,416 $65,751
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Revolving notes $19,480 $22,249
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities (1) 29,721 47,385
Notes payable 7,471 7,554
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Total liabilities - discontinued
operations $56,672 $77,188
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Discontinued operations - liabilities 47,472 67,988
Estimated liabilities associated with discontinued
operations (3) 9,200 9,200
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Total $56,672 $77,188
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(1) August 31, 2002 balances include $26.9 million in inventory and associated
deferred revenue for railcars delivered to a customer for which cash was
received but revenue recognition delayed pending certification of railcars.
Certification was obtained in the first quarter of 2003 and remaining railcars
were delivered allowing recognition of revenue of $27.7 million and the
associated cost of revenue.
(2) Special charges relate to $14.8 million of asset impairment write-downs and
$2.3 million in costs associated with a restructuring plan to reduce the scale
of European operations.
(3) Estimated liabilities associated with discontinued operations represent
obligations of the European operations. The settlement of these obligations will
depend in part upon the results of negotiations. The aggregate amount of the
obligations has been estimated pending determination of the final form of the
resolution.