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ZIM Reports Financial Results for the Third Quarter of 2024; Raises Full Year 2024 Guidance

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Reported Revenues of $2.77 Billion, Net Income of $1.13 Billion, Adjusted EBITDA1 of $1.53 Billion and Adjusted EBIT of $1.24 Billion2; Achieved Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBIT Margins of 55% and 45%, Respectively

Achieved 12% Volume Growth YOY with Record Carried Volume of 970 Thousand TEUs in Q3 2024

Increased Full Year 2024 Guidance to Adjusted EBITDA of $3.3 Billion to $3.6 Billion and Adjusted EBIT of $2.15 Billion to $2.45 Billion3

Declared Increased Dividend of ~$440 million, Comprised of a Regular Dividend of ~$340 Million, or 30% of Q3 Net Income, Plus Special Dividend of ~$100 Million; Per Share Distribution: $3.65 Per Share, Reflecting Regular Dividend of $2.81 Per Share Plus Special Dividend of $0.84 Per Share

HAIFA, Israel, Nov. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. (NYSE: ZIM), (“ZIM” or the “Company”) a global container liner shipping company, announced today its consolidated results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2024.

Third Quarter 2024 Highlights

Net income for the third quarter was $1.13 billion (compared to a net loss of $2.27 billion in the third quarter of 20234), or diluted earnings per share of $9.345 (compared to diluted loss per share of $18.90 in the third quarter of 2023).Adjusted EBITDA1 for the third quarter was $1.53 billion, a year-over-year increase of 626%.Operating income (EBIT) for the third quarter was $1.23 billion, compared to operating loss of $2.28 billion in the third quarter of 2023.Adjusted EBIT1 for the third quarter was $1.24 billion, compared to Adjusted EBIT loss of $213 million in the third quarter of 2023.Total revenues for the third quarter were $2.77 billion, a year-over-year increase of 117%.Carried volume in the third quarter was 970 thousand TEUs, a year-over-year growth of 12%.Average freight rate per TEU in the third quarter was $2,480, a year-over-year increase of 118%.Net debt1 of $2.70 billion as of September 30, 2024, compared to $2.31 billion as of December 31, 2023; net leverage ratio1 of 0.9x as of September 30, 2024, compared to 2.2x as of December 31, 2023.

Eli Glickman, ZIM President & CEO, stated, “ZIM delivered strong third quarter results, as we again achieved record carried volumes contributing to our outstanding financial performance. We are pleased to share our success with our shareholders and declare a special dividend of ~$100 million on top of the regular 30% of quarterly net income dividend payout of ~$340 million, for a total dividend of ~$440 million, or $3.65 per share. Our growing earnings power is reflective of a strong rate environment, but also a testament to our diligent execution, upscaling our capacity and enhancing our cost structure. We’ve continued to see incremental benefits from our strategic investment in our operated capacity as new larger, more modern, cost-effective vessels join our fleet.”

Mr. Glickman added, “Also contributing to our strong Q3 was a decision we made earlier in the year to increase our exposure to spot volumes in the Transpacific trade. A key differentiator for ZIM is our commercial agility and we intend to continue to leverage this strength to capitalize on market opportunities moving forward. Based on results that have exceeded expectations to date and improved outlook for the fourth quarter of 2024, we have increased our full year 2024 guidance and today forecast full year Adjusted EBITDA between $3.3 billion and $3.6 billion and Adjusted EBIT between $2.15 billion and $2.45 billion.”

Mr. Glickman concluded, “We will close out the year with the final delivery of the remaining four out of 46 newbuild containerships that we secured, which include 28 LNG-powered vessels. Entering 2025, we will be operating a fleet that is both well-equipped to meet emissions reduction targets and well suited to the trades in which we operate. Supported by our declining unit costs, we believe ZIM is well positioned to deliver profitable growth over the long term.”

 

Summary of Key Financial and Operational Results

 Q3-24

 Q3-23

     9M-24 

     9M-23 

Carried volume (K-TEUs)………………………….

970

867

2,768

2,496

Average freight rate ($/TEU)………………………

2,480

1,139

1,889

1,235

Total revenues ($ in millions)……………………..

2,765

1,273

6,260

3,957

Operating income (loss) (EBIT) ($ in millions)

1,235

(2,276)

1,870

(2,457)

Profit (loss) before income tax ($ in millions). 

1,133

(2,342)

1,604

(2,678)

Net income (loss) ($ in millions)………………….

1,126

(2,270)

1,591

(2,541)

Adjusted EBITDA1 ($ in millions)………………..

1,531

211

2,725

859

Adjusted EBIT1 ($ in millions)…………………….

1,236

(213)

1,891

(373)

Net income (loss) margin (%)…………………….

41

(178)

25

(64)

Adjusted EBITDA margin (%)…………………….

55

17

44

22

Adjusted EBIT margin (%)…………………………

45

(17)

30

(9)

Diluted earnings (loss) per share ($)…………..

9.34

(18.90)

13.17

(21.19)

Net cash generated from operating activities
($ in millions)…………………………………………..

1,498

338

2,600

858

Free cash flow1 ($ in millions)……………………

1,454

328

2,470

791

SEP-30-24

DEC-31-23

Net debt1 ($ in millions)…………………………….

2,698

2,309

 

 

Financial and Operating Results for the Third Quarter Ended September 30, 2024

Total revenues were $2.77 billion for the third quarter of 2024, compared to $1.27 billion for the third quarter of 2023, mainly driven by the increase in freight rates as well as carried volume.

ZIM carried 970 thousand TEUs in the third quarter of 2024, compared to 867 thousand TEUs in the third quarter of 2023. The average freight rate per TEU was $2,480 for the third quarter of 2024, compared to $1,139 for the third quarter of 2023.

Operating income (EBIT) for the third quarter of 2024 was $1.23 billion, compared to operating loss of $2.28 billion for the third quarter of 2023. The increase was primarily driven by the impairment loss recorded in the third quarter of 2023 and the above-mentioned increase in revenues.

Net income for the third quarter of 2024 was $1.13 billion, compared to net loss of $2.27 billion for the third quarter of 2023, also mainly driven by the above-mentioned impairment loss recorded in the third quarter of 2023 and the increase in revenues.

Adjusted EBITDA for the third quarter of 2024 was $1.53 billion, compared to $211 million for the third quarter of 2023. Adjusted EBIT was $1.24 billion for the third quarter of 2024, compared to Adjusted EBIT loss of $213 million for the third quarter of 2023. Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBIT margins for the third quarter of 2024 were 55% and 45%, respectively. This compares to 17% and -17% for the third quarter of 2023, respectively.

Net cash generated from operating activities was $1.50 billion for the third quarter of 2024, compared to $338 million for the third quarter of 2023.

Financial and Operating Results for the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2024

Total revenues were $6.26 billion for the first nine months of 2024, compared to $3.96 billion for the first nine months of 2023, primarily driven by both an increase in freight rates as well as carried volume.

ZIM carried 2,768 thousand TEUs in the first nine months of 2024, compared to 2,496 thousand TEUs in the first nine months of 2023. The average freight rate per TEU was $1,889 for the first nine months of 2024, compared to $1,235 for the first nine months of 2023.

Operating income (EBIT) for the first nine months of 2024 was $1.87 billion, compared to operating loss of $2.46 billion for the first nine months of 2023. The increase was primarily driven by the above-mentioned increase in revenues and the impairment loss recorded in the third quarter of 2023.

Net income for the first nine months of 2024 was $1.59 billion, compared to net loss of $2.54 billion for the first nine months of 2023, also mainly driven by the above-mentioned increase in revenues and impairment loss recorded in the third quarter of 2023.

Adjusted EBITDA was $2.72 billion for the first nine months of 2024, compared to $859 million for the first nine months of 2023. Adjusted EBIT was $1.90 billion for the first nine months of 2024, compared to Adjusted EBIT loss of $373 million for the first nine months of 2023. Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBIT margins for the first nine months of 2024 were 44% and 30%, respectively. This compares to 22% and -9% for the first nine months of 2023.

Net cash generated from operating activities was $2.60 billion for the first nine months of 2024, compared to $858 million for the first nine months of 2023.

Liquidity, Cash Flows and Capital Allocation

ZIM’s total cash position (which includes cash and cash equivalents and investments in bank deposits and other investment instruments) increased by $441 million from $2.69 billion as of December 31, 2023 to $3.13 billion as of September 30, 2024. Capital expenditures totaled $50 million for the third quarter of 2024, compared to $14 million for the third quarter of 2023. Net debt position as of September 30, 2024 was $2.70 billion, compared to $2.31 billion, as of December 31, 2023, an increase of $389 million. ZIM’s net leverage ratio as of September 30, 2024, was 0.9x, compared to 2.2x as of December 31, 2023.

Third Quarter 2024 and Special Dividend

In accordance with the Company’s dividend policy, the Company’s Board of Directors declared a regular cash dividend of approximately $340 million, or $2.81 per ordinary share, reflecting approximately 30% of third quarter 2024 net income. In addition, the Board of Directors declared a special dividend of approximately $100 million, or $0.84 per share, for a total dividend of approximately $440 million or $3.65 per share. The dividend (both regular and special) will be paid on December 9, 2024, to holders of record of ZIM ordinary shares as of December 2, 2024.

All future dividends are subject to the discretion of Company’s Board of Directors and to the restrictions provided by Israeli law.

Use of Non-IFRS Measures in the Company’s 2024 Guidance

A reconciliation of the Company’s non-IFRS financial measures included in its full-year 2024 guidance to corresponding IFRS measures is not available on a forward-looking basis. In particular, the Company has not reconciled its Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBIT because the various reconciling items between such non-IFRS financial measures and the corresponding IFRS measures cannot be determined without unreasonable effort due to the uncertainty regarding, and the potential variability of, the future costs and expenses for which the Company adjusts, the effect of which may be significant, and all of which are difficult to predict and are subject to frequent change.

Updated Full-Year 2024 Guidance

The Company increased its guidance for the full year of 2024 and now expects to generate Adjusted EBITDA between $3.3 billion and $3.6 billion and Adjusted EBIT between $2.15 billion and $2.45 billion. Previously, the Company expected to generate Adjusted EBITDA between $2.6 billion and $3.0 billion and Adjusted EBIT between $1.45 billion and $1.85 billion.

Conference Call Details

Management will host a conference call and webcast (along with a slide presentation) to review the results and provide a corporate update today at 8:00 AM ET.

To access the live conference call by telephone, please dial the following numbers: United States (toll free) +1-800-715-9871 or +1-646-307-1963; Israel +972-3-376-1144 or UK/international +44-20-3481-4247, and reference conference ID: 1972775 or the conference name. The call (and slide presentation) will be available via live webcast through ZIM’s website, located at the following link. Following the conclusion of the call, a replay of the conference call will be available on the Company’s website.

About ZIM

Founded in Israel in 1945, ZIM (NYSE: ZIM) is a leading global container liner shipping company with established operations in more than 90 countries serving approximately 33,000 customers in over 300 ports worldwide. ZIM leverages digital strategies and a commitment to ESG values to provide customers innovative seaborne transportation and logistics services and exceptional customer experience. ZIM’s differentiated global-niche strategy, based on agile fleet management and deployment, covers major trade routes with a focus on select markets where the company holds competitive advantages. Additional information about ZIM is available at www.ZIM.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

The following information contains, or may be deemed to contain forward-looking statements (as defined in the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995). In some cases, you can identify these statements by forward-looking words such as “may,” “might,” “will,” “should,” “expect,” “plan,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “predict,” “potential” or “continue,” the negative of these terms and other comparable terminology. These forward-looking statements, which are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions about the Company, may include projections of the Company’s future financial results, its anticipated growth strategies and anticipated trends in its business. These statements are only predictions based on the Company’s current expectations and projections about future events or results. There are important factors that could cause the Company’s actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements to differ materially from the results, level of activity, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause such differences include, but are not limited to: market changes in freight, bunker, charter and other rates or prices (including as a result of the continued situation in the Red Sea), supply-demand fluctuations in the containerized shipping market, new legislation or regulation affecting the Company’s operations, new competition and changes in the competitive environment, our ability to achieve cost savings or expense reductions, the outcome of legal proceedings to which the Company is a party, global, regional and/or local political instability, including the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas, the increased tension between Israel and Iran and its proxies, in particular the ongoing hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah, inflation rate fluctuations, capital markets fluctuations and other risks and uncertainties detailed from time to time in the Company’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including under the caption “Risk Factors” in its 2023 Annual Report filed with the SEC on March 13, 2024. 

Although the Company believes the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements contained herein are reasonable, it cannot guarantee future results, level of activity, performance or achievements. Moreover, neither the Company nor any other person assumes responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of any of these forward-looking statements. The Company assumes no duty to update any of these forward-looking statements after the date hereof to conform its prior statements to actual results or revised expectations, except as otherwise required by law.

The Company prepares its financial statements in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB).

Use of Non-IFRS Financial Measures

The Company presents non-IFRS measures as additional performance measures as the Company believes that it enables the comparison of operating performance between periods on a consistent basis. These measures should not be considered in isolation, or as a substitute for operating income, any other performance measures, or cash flow data, which were prepared in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles as measures of profitability or liquidity. Please note that Adjusted EBITDA does not take into account debt service requirements or other commitments, including capital expenditures, and therefore, does not necessarily indicate the amounts that may be available for the Company’s use. In addition, the non-IFRS financial measures presented by the Company may not be comparable to similarly titled measures reported by other companies due to differences in the way these measures are calculated.

Adjusted EBITDA is a non-IFRS financial measure which we define as net income (loss) adjusted to exclude financial expenses (income), net, income taxes, depreciation and amortization in order to reach EBITDA, and further adjusted, as applicable, to exclude impairment of assets, non-cash charter hire expenses, capital gains (losses) beyond the ordinary course of business and expenses related to legal contingencies.

Adjusted EBIT is a non-IFRS financial measure which we define as net income (loss) adjusted to exclude financial expenses (income), net and income taxes, in order to reach our results from operating activities, or EBIT, and further adjusted, as applicable, to exclude impairment of assets, non-cash charter hire expenses, capital gains (losses) beyond the ordinary course of business and expenses related to legal contingencies.

Free cash flow is a non-IFRS financial measure which we define as net cash generated from operating activities minus capital expenditures, net.

Net debt is a non-IFRS financial measure which we define as face value of short- and long-term debt, minus cash and cash equivalents, bank deposits and other investment instruments.  We refer to this measure as net cash when cash and cash equivalents, bank deposits and other investment instruments exceed the face value of short- and long-term debt.

Net leverage ratio is a non-IFRS financial measure which we define as net debt (see above) divided by Adjusted EBITDA for the last twelve-month period. When our net debt is less than zero, we report the net leverage ratio as zero.

See the reconciliation of net income to Adjusted EBIT and Adjusted EBITDA and net cash generated from operating activities to free cash flow in the tables provided below.

Investor Relations:

Elana Holzman
ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd.
+972-4-865-2300
holzman.elana@zim.com

Leon Berman
The IGB Group
212-477-8438
lberman@igbir.com

Media:

Avner Shats
ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd.
+972-4-865-2520
media@zim.com

 

 

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET (Unaudited)

(U.S. dollars in millions)

September 30

December 31

2024

2023

2023

Assets

Vessels

5,301.9

3,222.9

3,758.9

Containers and handling equipment

988.7

788.2

792.9

Other tangible assets

91.1

61.1

85.2

Intangible assets

107.6

93.3

102.0

Investments in associates 

26.0

26.8

26.4

Other investments

844.6

1,252.6

908.7

Other receivables

69.9

105.5

97.9

Deferred tax assets

2.5

9.6

2.6

Total non-current assets

7,432.3

5,560.0

5,774.6

Inventories

208.4

156.4

179.3

Trade and other receivables

1,062.5

644.3

596.5

Other investments

766.6

918.6

874.1

Cash and cash equivalents

1,548.7

912.1

921.5

Total current assets

3,586.2

2,631.4

2,571.4

Total assets

11,018.5

8,191.4

8,346.0

Equity

Share capital and reserves

2,041.1

1,980.7

2,017.5

Retained earnings

1,884.8

586.9

437.2

Equity attributable to owners of the Company

3,925.9

2,567.6

2,454.7

Non-controlling interests

4.8

3.8

3.3

Total equity

3,930.7

2,571.4

2,458.0

Liabilities

Lease liabilities

4,284.7

2,952.0

3,244.1

Loans and other liabilities

67.4

79.3

73.6

Employee benefits

43.4

39.4

46.1

Deferred tax liabilities

5.2

13.0

6.1

Total non-current liabilities

4,400.7

3,083.7

3,369.9

Trade and other payables

668.3

554.6

566.4

Provisions

93.0

58.3

60.7

Contract liabilities

433.8

207.3

198.1

Lease liabilities

1,433.6

1,668.0

1,644.7

Loans and other liabilities

58.4

48.1

48.2

Total current liabilities

2,687.1

2,536.3

2,518.1

Total liabilities

7,087.8

5,620.0

5,888.0

Total equity and liabilities

11,018.5

8,191.4

8,346.0

 

 

CONSOLIDATED INCOME STATEMENTS (Unaudited)

(U.S. dollars in millions, except per share data)

Nine months
ended September 30

Three months
ended September 30

Year ended
December 31

2024

2023

2024

2023

2023

Income from voyages and related services

6,259.8

3,956.9

2,765.2

1,273.0

5,162.2

Cost of voyages and related services

Operating expenses and cost of services

(3,381.9)

(2,922.0)

(1,167.8)

(1,008.4)

(3,885.1)

Depreciation

(824.9)

(1,212.8)

(292.1)

(417.4)

(1,449.8)

Impairment of assets

(2,034.9)

(2,034.9)

(2,034.9)

Gross profit (loss)

2,053.0

(2,212.8)

1,305.3

(2,187.7)

(2,207.6)

Other operating income

32.9

2.5

7.3

0.6

14.4

Other operating expenses

(1.7)

(32.5)

(1.1)

(22.4)

(29.3)

General and administrative expenses

(209.7)

(209.4)

(75.9)

(63.9)

(280.7)

Share of loss of associates

(4.8)

(5.2)

(0.8)

(2.3)

(7.8)

Results from operating activities

1,869.7

(2,457.4)

1,234.8

(2,275.7)

(2,511.0)

Finance income

81.0

117.7

19.8

35.6

142.2

Finance expenses

(346.5)

(338.7)

(121.6)

(101.5)

(446.7)

Net finance expenses

(265.5)

(221.0)

(101.8)

(65.9)

(304.5)

Profit (loss) before income taxes

1,604.2

(2,678.4)

1,133.0

(2,341.6)

(2,815.5)

Income taxes

(13.1)

137.1

(6.8)

71.1

127.6

Profit (loss) for the period

1,591.1

(2,541.3)

1,126.2

(2,270.5)

(2,687.9)

Attributable to:

Owners of the Company

1,586.2

(2,547.2)

1,124.6

(2,272.6)

(2,695.6)

Non-controlling interests

4.9

5.9

1.6

2.1

7.7

Profit (loss) for the period

1,591.1

(2,541.3)

1,126.2

(2,270.5)

(2,687.9)

Earnings (loss) per share (US$)

Basic earnings (loss) per 1 ordinary share

13.18

(21.19)

9.34

(18.90)

(22.42)

Diluted earnings (loss) per 1 ordinary share

13.17

(21.19)

9.34

(18.90)

(22.42)

Weighted average number of shares for earnings
(loss) per share calculation:

Basic

120,340,513

120,194,990

120,372,813

120,219,761

120,213,031

Diluted

120,463,258

120,194,990

120,475,290

120,219,761

120,213,031

 

 

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (Unaudited)

(U.S. dollars in millions)

Nine months ended
September 30

Three months ended
September 30

Year ended
December 31

2024

2023

2024

2023

2023

Cash flows from operating activities

Profit (loss) for the period

1,591.1

(2,541.3)

1,126.2

(2,270.5)

(2,687.9)

Adjustments for:

Depreciation and amortization

833.6

1,232.5

295.0

423.8

1,471.8

Impairment loss

2,063.4

2,063.4

2,063.4

Net finance expenses

265.5

221.0

101.8

65.9

304.5

Share of losses and change in fair value of investees

4.8

4.5

0.8

2.3

6.5

Capital loss (gain), net

(31.7)

3.2

(6.2)

(4.2)

(10.9)

Income taxes

13.1

(137.1)

6.8

(71.1)

(127.6)

Other non-cash items

11.9

14.2

8.9

4.5

18.9

2,688.3

860.4

1,533.3

214.1

1,038.7

Change in inventories

(29.1)

34.3

(20.7)

17.7

11.4

Change in trade and other receivables

(481.3)

237.5

(34.3)

60.6

242.7

Change in trade and other payables including contract liabilities

326.8

(76.7)

(5.0)

19.2

(95.1)

Change in provisions and employee benefits

31.9

7.0

4.6

4.1

15.9

(151.7)

202.1

(55.4)

101.6

174.9

Dividends received from associates

2.4

1.7

1.2

0.2

2.3

Interest received

64.6

113.0

24.8

25.0

133.8

Income taxes received (paid)

(3.2)

(319.4)

(6.4)

(3.3)

(329.7)

Net cash generated from operating activities

2,600.4

857.8

1,497.5

337.6

1,020.0

Cash flows from investing activities

Proceeds from sale of tangible assets, intangible assets and interest
     in investees

10.5

21.4

7.3

3.7

27.4

Acquisition and capitalized expenditures of tangible assets,
     intangible assets and interest in investees

(141.1)

(75.2)

(50.3)

(13.7)

(115.7)

Proceeds from sale (acquisition) of investment instruments, net

240.8

(609.6)

(74.3)

(26.2)

(138.2)

Loans granted to investees

(5.2)

(3.8)

(2.4)

(2.1)

(5.4)

Change in other receivables

23.3

(4.7)

7.9

9.3

3.2

Change in other investments (mainly deposits), net

(34.4)

2,002.6

(34.4)

19.9

2,005.2

Net cash generated from (used in) investing activities

93.9

1,330.7

(146.2)

(9.1)

1,776.5

Cash flows from financing activities

Repayment of lease liabilities and borrowings

(1,591.2)

(1,214.1)

(474.2)

(352.7)

(1,713.1)

Change in short term loans

10.3

(21.0)

10.3

(21.0)

Dividend paid to non-controlling interests

(4.2)

(7.5)

(0.5)

(8.9)

Dividend paid to owners of the Company

(139.6)

(769.2)

(111.9)

(769.2)

Interest paid

(342.2)

(281.5)

(120.6)

(98.8)

(380.7)

Net cash used in financing activities

(2,066.9)

(2,293.3)

(696.9)

(451.5)

(2,892.9)

Net change in cash and cash equivalents

627.4

(104.8)

654.4

(123.0)

(96.4)

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of the period

921.5

1,022.1

889.8

1,040.3

1,022.1

Effect of exchange rate fluctuation on cash held

(0.2)

(5.2)

4.5

(5.2)

(4.2)

Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period

1,548.7

912.1

1,548.7

912.1

921.5

 

 

RECONCILIATION OF NET INCOME TO ADJUSTED EBIT*

(U.S. dollars in millions)

Nine months ended
September 30

Three months ended
September 30

2024

2023

2024

2023

Net income (loss)

1,591

(2,541)

1,126

(2,270)

Financial expenses, net

266

221

102

66

Income taxes

13

(137)

7

(71)

Operating income (EBIT)

1,870

(2,457)

1,235

(2,276)

Capital loss (gain), beyond the ordinary
     course of business

(2)

21

(2)

0

Impairment of assets

0

2,063

0

2,063

Expenses related to legal contingencies

23

0

3

0

Adjusted EBIT

1,891

(373)

1,236

(213)

Adjusted EBIT margin

30 %

(9) %

45 %

(17) %

* The table above may contain slight summation differences due to rounding.

RECONCILIATION OF NET INCOME TO ADJUSTED EBITDA*

(U.S. dollars in millions)

Nine months ended
September 30

Three months ended
September 30

2024

2023

2024

2023

Net income (loss)

1,591

(2,541)

1,126

(2,270)

Financial expenses, net

266

221

102

66

Income taxes

13

(137)

7

(71)

Depreciation and amortization

834

1,232

295

424

EBITDA

2,703

(1,225)

1,530

(1,852)

Capital loss (gain), beyond the ordinary
     course of business

(2)

21

(2)

0

Impairment of assets

0

2,063

0

2,063

Expenses related to legal contingencies

23

0

3

0

Adjusted EBITDA

2,725

859

1,531

211

Net income (loss) margin

25 %

(64) %

41 %

(178) %

Adjusted EBITDA margin

44 %

22 %

55 %

17 %

* The table above may contain slight summation differences due to rounding.

RECONCILIATION OF NET CASH GENERATED FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES TO FREE CASH FLOW

(U.S. dollars in millions)

Nine months ended
September 30

Three months ended
September 30

2024

2023

2024

2023

Net cash generated from operating
activities

2,600

858

1,498

338

Capital expenditures, net

(130)

(67)

(44)

(10)

Free cash flow

2,470

791

1,454

328

 

 

[1] See disclosure regarding “Use of Non-IFRS Financial Measures.”

[2] Operating income (EBIT) for the third quarter was $1.23 billion. A reconciliation to Adjusted EBIT is provided in the tables below.

[3] The Company does not provide IFRS guidance because it cannot be determined without unreasonable effort. See disclosure regarding “Use of Non-IFRS Measures in the Company’s 2024 Guidance.”

[4] Net loss for the third quarter of 2023 was primarily driven by a non-cash impairment loss of $2.06 billion.

[5] The number of shares used to calculate the diluted earnings per share is 120,475,290. The number of outstanding shares as of September 30, 2024 was 120,389,157.

 

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Wulcea Elevates Consumer Trust in Heated Apparel Through Multi-National Safety Certifications and Rigorous Technical Testing

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NEW YORK, Oct. 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As smart heated clothing gains broader adoption, consumers are paying closer attention to the safety and reliability of the technology behind these products. Wulcea, a brand specializing in graphene-powered heated apparel, combines its flexible GrapheneNano™ heating technology with documented safety compliance and durability testing for its heating components and battery systems.

“Trust in smart heated apparel goes beyond warmth—it comes down to confidence in battery safety and heating element reliability,” said John C, Founder of Wulcea. “Our goal is to give users peace of mind through certified technical standards.”

Advanced Graphene Heating Elements Supported by Global Standards

At the core of Wulcea’s thermal architecture is its GrapheneNano™ heating technology. Engineered to eliminate garment stiffness, Wulcea integrates flexible graphene elements that deliver balanced warmth across key upper-body zones while preserving natural garment drape and full freedom of movement.

Wulcea supports its heating components with applicable compliance documentation for major markets. These include CE and FCC compliance documentation addressing relevant electrical and electromagnetic compatibility requirements, as well as PSE compliance for applicable products in Japan. RoHS compliance further addresses restrictions on specified hazardous substances in applicable electrical and electronic components.

Multi-Certified Battery System for Dependable Power

To power its heating elements, Wulcea pairs its heated apparel with rechargeable battery systems designed for convenient everyday use. Featuring a compact design and housed in dedicated interior pockets, the batteries provide portable power while maintaining a streamlined garment profile and comfortable fit.

Wulcea backs its battery options with comprehensive third-party accreditations. UL certification demonstrates that the battery system has been evaluated against recognized power bank safety requirements, covering key areas such as overcharge protection, short-circuit protection, and thermal safety. The battery systems are also supported by applicable CE and FCC compliance documentation, addressing relevant regulatory requirements for electrical and electromagnetic compatibility.

For daily handling and travel, RoHS compliance validates that the battery system meets stringent global standards for material safety. The battery models have also undergone applicable UN 38.3 testing, supporting compliance with international requirements for lithium battery transportation.

Real-World Durability and Practical Usability

Component compliance forms Wulcea’s foundation, but reliability is defined by real-world performance. Built for high-flex endurance, Wulcea’s flexible graphene heating elements are tested through 10,000 active flexing cycles to maintain steady thermal output through repeated bending and everyday body movement.

Everyday convenience is equally essential. Built for hassle-free care, Wulcea’s heating elements withstand 100 machine-wash cycles under standard care guidelines, maintaining internal conductivity and structural stability under repeated laundering.

Integrated NTC temperature sensors provide thermal monitoring and are designed to stop heating if temperatures exceed 131°F (55°C). Combined with runtime of up to 10 hours on the low setting and a discreet interior control button, these features support practical everyday use in cold-weather conditions.

Aligning Technical Standards with Everyday Warmth

By combining graphene-based heating technology with documented battery safety compliance and durability testing, Wulcea continues to focus on the technical foundations of dependable heated apparel. This approach reflects the brand’s emphasis on bringing together safety considerations, practical functionality, and everyday comfort for cold-weather use.

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NIDS Co., Ltd. Confirms CES 2027 Participation, Pursues Expansion of Global Supply Chain for Environmental Sensors

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Company introduced optical and gas sensors at SEDEX and is strengthening its composite sensor business for robotics, home appliances, automotive, and smart building applications

SEOUL, South Korea, Oct. 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Environmental sensor manufacturer NIDS Co., Ltd. has confirmed its participation in CES 2027 and is moving to expand its global business-to-business (B2B) supply chain. Building on its experience supplying sensors to domestic and international home appliance and automotive companies, the company aims to secure overseas customers and extend its applications into smart building HVAC and robotics.

NIDS recently participated in the Korea Semiconductor Industry Association’s Sensor Pavilion at SEDEX 2026, held at COEX in Seoul, where it introduced its next-generation sensor modules. The company said the exhibition allowed it to raise awareness of its technology among domestic home appliance and electronic component industry professionals and to lay the groundwork for collaboration in the sensor field.

The company will use CES 2027 as its next stage. NIDS plans to firm up discussions on sensor module supply with global home appliance makers, HVAC specialists, and robotics companies. It aims to extend the industry contacts gained at the domestic exhibition overseas and to convert product introductions into actual supply opportunities.

Founded in 2000, NIDS develops and manufactures environmental sensors and air quality management solutions. According to the company, it has supplied more than 10 million sensors cumulatively to domestic and international companies, including Dyson, Samsung Electronics, and Hyundai Motor. Drawing on this supply track record, the company intends to showcase its precision sensing technology and mass-production capabilities to overseas customers.

Its main products include particulate matter sensors, optical gas sensors based on non-dispersive infrared (NDIR) technology, composite environmental sensors, and electronic nose sensor modules. The particulate matter sensors measure PM1.0, PM2.5, and PM10, while the gas sensor lineup targets carbon dioxide (CO₂), carbon monoxide (CO), and other gases. The electronic nose is used for detecting everyday odors, gas leaks, and fires. The company said it designs the core components required for air quality measurement in-house and has a system in place to mass-produce 5 million units annually.

The area where NIDS will expand development and supply going forward is next-generation composite sensor modules. The company has been pursuing a sensor business that responds to industry-specific demand in home appliances, automotive, and smart building HVAC, and is now concentrating its capabilities on markets such as robotics, industrial safety, and odor detection based on this technology. Building on its experience supplying individual components, NIDS plans to continue developing and supplying, on a B2B basis, modules that handle multiple types of environmental data.

The company will also highlight its sensor product lineup and its newly developed ultra-compact MEMS sensor technology at the exhibition. NIDS plans to introduce its optical and gas sensor lineup along with examples of their application in actual air quality management systems. By explaining both the measurement functions of its components and its experience operating sensors for finished-product services, the company aims to broaden the scope of partnership discussions.

NIDS explained that, because it owns its precision sensors, it can control sensor sensitivity and tune algorithms to suit the system in which they are applied. Drawing on this technical operating experience, the company plans to pursue partnerships with customers and to promote its business capabilities extending from sensor components to air quality and odor management and industrial safety management.

NIDS will also leverage its existing branch network in its overseas market development. Through its overseas bases in the United States, Japan, and China, the company plans to widen its touchpoints with buyers and seek new supply opportunities in conjunction with its CES participation. Its goal is to generate export results by combining exhibition participation with its local networks.

The company intends to keep expanding the global supply of sensor components as a core pillar of its business. Building on the supply experience accumulated in home appliances and automotive, it will broaden its partners to robotics, HVAC, and smart buildings, and respond to industry-specific air quality measurement demand through the development of next-generation modules.

“We plan to continue expanding the development and B2B supply of next-generation composite sensor modules needed across a range of industries, including home appliances, automotive, and smart building HVAC,” NIDS said.

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Towards Buddha Co., Ltd. and ICP DAS Showcase iTLC Intelligent Traffic Control Solutions at APTA 2026 in Chicago

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CHICAGO, Oct. 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Towards Buddha Co., Ltd., an overseas distributor of the iTLC Intelligent Traffic Control System, joined its technology partner ICP DAS at APTA 2026 TRANSform & EXPO in Chicago, USA, to showcase the iTLC-9000 Series and its applications in intelligent traffic management.

The exhibition highlighted innovative traffic control technologies designed to support reliable, secure, and integrated smart intersection operations, while providing opportunities to connect with international transportation professionals and explore emerging market needs.

Innovative Traffic Control Solutions

Under the theme “Innovative Traffic Control System,” the exhibition featured the iTLC-9000 Series, highlighting four key capabilities: modular and redundant design, secure networking, traffic signal integration, and active alert systems.

These technologies are designed to support system reliability, communication security, and efficient traffic infrastructure management, addressing the evolving requirements of modern intelligent transportation systems.

As cities worldwide continue to modernize transportation infrastructure, integrated and adaptable traffic control solutions are becoming increasingly important for smart intersection development.

Strengthening International Market Connections

As an overseas distributor of iTLC solutions, Towards Buddha Co., Ltd. plays an important role in connecting traffic control technologies with international markets.

During APTA 2026, Towards Buddha Co., Ltd. and ICP DAS engaged with transportation professionals, system integrators, and industry representatives to introduce iTLC technologies, exchange industry insights, and explore potential business opportunities.

“APTA 2026 provided a valuable platform to connect with the global transportation industry,” said a representative of Towards Buddha Co., Ltd. “Together with ICP DAS, we look forward to expanding international awareness of iTLC solutions and developing new opportunities in intelligent traffic control.”

Looking Ahead

Building on its participation at APTA 2026, Towards Buddha Co., Ltd. will continue collaborating with ICP DAS to promote iTLC solutions, strengthen international partnerships, and explore new opportunities in the global intelligent transportation market.

About Towards Buddha Co., Ltd.

Towards Buddha Co., Ltd. is an overseas distributor of the iTLC Intelligent Traffic Control System, focused on international market development and connecting advanced traffic control technologies with transportation industry needs.

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