10-Q/APeriod: Q1 FY2017

TechnipFMC plc Quarterly Report (Amendment) for Q1 Ended Mar 31, 2017

Filed August 4, 2017For Securities:FTI

Summary

TechnipFMC plc's Form 10-Q/A filing for the quarter ended March 31, 2017, primarily addresses a restatement of previously issued financial statements due to errors in foreign currency exchange rate calculations. The company experienced a significant net loss of $18.7 million for the quarter, a stark contrast to the $120.7 million net income in the prior year period, largely impacted by the restatement adjustments. The merger of FMC Technologies and Technip, completed on January 16, 2017, significantly altered the company's financial position, with substantial goodwill recognized and merger-related costs impacting the current period's results. Despite the reported loss and the complexities arising from the merger and restatement, the company's consolidated revenue saw an increase to $3,388.0 million from $2,405.7 million in the prior year quarter. However, this revenue growth was accompanied by a rise in costs and expenses, including significant merger transaction and integration costs. Management is actively working on remediating identified material weaknesses in internal controls related to foreign currency calculations.

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Key Highlights

  • 1Restatement of Financial Statements: The company restated its financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2017, and prior periods due to errors in foreign currency exchange rate calculations, leading to significant adjustments in income, expenses, and balance sheet items.
  • 2Net Loss Reported: TechnipFMC reported a net loss of $18.7 million for the three months ended March 31, 2017, a significant downturn compared to a net income of $120.7 million in the same period of 2016.
  • 3Increased Revenue Despite Loss: Total revenue for the quarter increased to $3,388.0 million from $2,405.7 million in the prior year, indicating operational activity but not translating into profitability.
  • 4Merger Impact: The merger of FMC Technologies and Technip, completed on January 16, 2017, resulted in $54.7 million in merger transaction and integration costs in the current quarter and significantly impacted the balance sheet with $8.17 billion in net assets acquired and $5.29 billion in goodwill.
  • 5Subsea Segment Weakness: The Subsea segment experienced a significant revenue decrease of 42.1% year-over-year (pro forma basis), contributing to the overall net loss.
  • 6Material Weakness in Internal Controls: A material weakness was identified in internal controls over financial reporting related to foreign currency calculations, leading to the restatement.
  • 7Strong Liquidity Position: Despite the net loss and restatement, the company maintained a strong liquidity position, with cash and cash equivalents of $7,041.7 million and a net cash position of $3,459.9 million at March 31, 2017.

Frequently Asked Questions

The financial statements were restated primarily due to errors identified in the calculation of foreign currency exchange rates used for certain engineering and construction projects and related ownership interests. These errors impacted the recognition of foreign exchange gains and losses, as well as the fair value measurement of certain assets.

The merger, completed on January 16, 2017, led to $54.7 million in merger transaction and integration costs. The acquisition method of accounting resulted in the recognition of significant assets and liabilities, including $5.29 billion in goodwill, reflecting the strategic combination of the two companies.

The company anticipates continued revenue decline in the Subsea segment for 2017 due to lower order activity and backlog. However, management believes operational improvements and cost reductions will protect operating margins and expects double-digit operating margins for the full year 2017. The Onshore/Offshore segment sees opportunities in LNG and petrochemicals, while Surface Technologies faces ongoing challenges from competitive pricing and reduced activity in certain markets.

The identified material weakness relates to the controls over foreign currency calculations. Management is implementing remediation plans to strengthen these controls. If not adequately resolved, this could lead to future misstatements in financial reports, potentially impacting investor confidence and requiring further restatements.