Finance
Constellium N.V. (NYSE and Euronext Paris: CSTM) today reported results for first quarter ended March 31, 2017.
Shipments of 375 thousand metric tons; Automotive shipments up 20% compared to Q1 2016
Revenue of €1.3 billion, up 15% compared to Q1 2016 on higher aluminum prices and increased shipments
Net income of €13 million compared to a net loss of €8 million in Q1 2016
Adjusted EBITDA of €93 million
Refinanced the Wise Senior Secured Notes with Constellium Senior Notes
Launched “Project 2019” – a cash improvement initiative focused on reducing costs, working capital, and capital expenditures
Jean-Marc Germain, Constellium’s Chief Executive Officer said, “I am pleased with our first quarter results. AS&I continued its strong momentum and reported record Adjusted EBITDA, while A&T and P&ARP overcame headwinds to deliver solid results. We remain optimistic on the prospects for 2017 and confident in our ability to deliver high single digit Adjusted EBITDA growth this year.”
Mr. Germain continued, “We are focused on executing our strategy and increasing shareholder value. Concluding our peak capital spending needs in 2016 and addressing our capital structure through the February refinancing represented two important steps on our journey. Launching Project 2019 earlier this month was another critical milestone. We continue to expect Adjusted EBITDA growth in the high single digits annually, leading to over €500 million of Adjusted EBITDA in 2020.”
Forward Looking Statement
Certain statements contained in this press release may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. This press release may contain “forward looking statements” with respect to our business, results of operations and financial condition, and our expectations or beliefs concerning future events and conditions. You can identify forward-looking statements because they contain words such as, but not limited to, “believes,” “expects,” “may,” “should,” “approximately,” “anticipates,” “estimates,” “intends,” “plans,” “targets,” likely,” “will,” “would,” “could” and similar expressions (or the negative of these terminologies or expressions). All forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. Many risks and uncertainties are inherent in our industry and markets. Others are more specific to our business and operations. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the ability of Constellium and Wise Metals to achieve expected synergies and the timing thereof, Constellium’s increased levels of indebtedness which could limit Constellium’s operating flexibility and opportunities; the potential failure to retain key employees, the loss of customers, suppliers and other business relationships; disruptions to business operations; slower or lower than expected growth in the North American market for Body-in-White aluminium rolled products, and other risk factors set forth under the heading “Risk Factors” in our Annual Report on Form 20-F, and as described from time to time in subsequent reports filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The occurrence of the events described and the achievement of the expected results depend on many events, some or all of which are not predictable or within our control. Consequently, actual results may differ materially from the forward-looking statements contained in this press release. We undertake no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.