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CALGARY, ALBERTA, Nov 19, 2009 (Marketwire via COMTEX) --
Gemini Corporation (TSX VENTURE:GKX) today announced its third quarter financial results for the period ended September 30, 2009.
Revenue in the third quarter totalled $23,891,000, a 15% increase over the $20,810,000 achieved in the same period of 2008, bringing year to date revenues for 2009 to $53,913,000 compared to $59,383,000 for 2008. The combination of economic uncertainty and the merger and acquisition activity throughout the oil and gas industry has constrained the capital spending of most clients to date in 2009. The Field Services segment started the year with very little activity and in the third quarter projects that had been expected to commence in the second quarter ramped up rapidly, thereby significantly increasing revenues. In contrast, start of the year strength in Gemini's Engineering segment gave way to much lower activity in the third quarter as a result of client spending constraints on new projects. Recent project awards are expected to improve fourth quarter revenues within Engineering, while Field Services revenue will moderate from the third quarter peak. Sales and marketing efforts are continuing to emphasize Gemini's integrated solutions capability, whereby engineering, fabrication and construction services are combined to expedite project execution. Many clients are responding positively to this approach with an increasing number of projects being awarded on this basis.
Gross profits for the third quarter of 2009 were $3,733,000 or 16% of revenue compared to $4,094,000 or 20% of revenue in the same period last year. These results reflect the combined impact of the increase in lower margin Field Services revenues and the decrease in higher margin Engineering revenues. In addition, client cost reduction demands significantly reduced margins within Field Services and staff utilization within Engineering declined as activity levels reduced.
"Considerable effort has gone into reshaping Gemini's strategy over the course of the third quarter to respond to the current market conditions and prepare for the future", said Doug Lautermilch, Gemini's President and CEO. "The results achieved in Q3 clearly demonstrate the need for us to chart a new course for the organization. We have begun an aggressive plan to enhance our sales and marketing efforts to help stabilize our workloads and are continuing to refine our systems and processes to improve efficiencies and profitability. Our theme of "One Brand, One Company, One Culture" is expected to support our goal of delivering both stand-alone and integrated solutions to our clients in a seamless fashion."
About Gemini Corporation
Gemini Corporation offers a wide range of interrelated services including project management, engineering, fabrication, construction, and maintenance of oil & gas and industrial facilities within Canada and internationally. The Corporation is a leading provider of engineered solutions and field services through either stand-alone or integrated service approaches to a broadening client base in an array of industry sectors. The Corporation's principal target markets are conventional oil and gas, unconventional gas, heavy oil, industrial, and renewable energy.
Shares of Gemini trade on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol "GKX". For more information about the Corporation and its services, go to www.gemini-corp.ca.
Gemini's 2009 third quarter report will be filed with SEDAR at http://www.sedar.com on November 20, 2009.
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended
Operating Highlights ($'000) Sept 30, Sept 30, Sept 30, Sept 30,
2009 2008 2009 2008
Revenue $ 23,991 $ 20,810 $ 54,013 $ 59,383
Gross profit 3,833 4,094 11,785 10,923
Earnings before interest &
taxes 35 955 757 1,532
Net earnings (loss) $ (45) 556 $ 373 774
Earnings per share (basic) $ (0.001) $ 0.015 $ 0.011 $ 0.021
Earnings per share
(diluted) $ (0.001) $ 0.015 $ 0.011 $ 0.021
Operating cash flow (i) $ 350 $ 924 $ 1,475 $ 1,678
(excludes working capital
changes)
Operating cash flow per
share $ 0.010 $ 0.027 $ 0.043 $ 0.048
Balance Sheet Highlights ($'000) Sept 30, December 31,
2009 2008
Working capital $ 12,074 $ 12,403
Total assets 33,028 28,554
Shareholders' equity 15,628 16,180
(i) Operating cash flow and operating cash flow per share are non-GAAP
financial measures which do not have a standard meaning and therefore
may not be comparable to similar measures presented by other companies.
The Corporation provides these measures in its quarterly news releases
to indicate the amount of cash generated for operating purposes during
the period.
Disclaimer
This news release contains forward looking information that represents Gemini's internal projections, expectations, estimates or beliefs concerning, among other things, future operating results and various components thereof or Gemini's future economic performance. All statements other than the statements of historical fact may be forward-looking statements. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "may", "will", "should", "expects", "projects", "plans", "anticipates", and similar expressions. The projections, estimates and beliefs contained in such forward-looking statements are based on management's assumptions relating to Gemini's performance and competition within the sectors in which it competes, the continuation of the current regulatory and tax regimes in the jurisdictions in which Gemini operates, and necessarily involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties, including risks and assumptions relating to client service demand, field service costs, labour rates, and other factors that may cause actual performance and financial results in future periods to differ materially from any projections of future performance or results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Accordingly, readers are cautioned that events or circumstances could cause results to differ materially from those predicted or suggested. The Corporation does not undertake to update any forward-looking information in this document whether as to new information, future events or otherwise.
SOURCE: Gemini Corporation
Gemini Corporation Doug Lautermilch President & CEO (403) 259-0311 dlautermilch@gemini-corp.ca Gemini Corporation Robert Brookwell Executive Vice President & CFO (403) 258-5401 rbrookwell@gemini-corp.ca www.gemini-corp.ca
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Companies: Gemini Corp (GKX)
CALGARY, ALBERTA, Oct 7, 2009 (Marketwire via COMTEX) --
Gemini Corporation (TSX VENTURE:GKX) today announced plans for changes to its branding and operational structure. Commencing early in 2010, the Corporation will begin marketing all of its operations under the "Gemini" brand. This consolidation under one name and logo coupled with the ensuing marketing campaign will generate greater brand awareness and recognition of the Corporation's capabilities in its markets. Management has been refining the strategic direction for the organization and has determined that the alignment of its operations under one brand will significantly enhance its growth prospects.
Rebranding the operations is the first step in the process of enhancing the organization's focus toward delivering stand-alone or integrated solutions on client projects, where appropriate. In the current economic climate clients are taking the opportunity to reassess their service provider arrangements and Gemini intends to emerge by strengthening relationships and increasing penetration of its markets. Gemini is continuing to build upon its reputation as a multi-faceted solution provider to the energy and industrial sectors. Recent project awards support the Corporation's view that clients are looking for new and innovative ways to complete their projects. Further information will be provided as the planning process continues to advance.
"This is an extremely exciting time for the entire organization", commented Doug Lautermilch, Gemini's new President and CEO. "We have an excellent team of professionals capable of providing clients with superior solutions and we intend to expand upon that capability. Clients are telling us that they want some new ways of doing business and we have the breadth of services capable of meeting that challenge. Internally, our transition theme is "One brand, One company, One culture" to describe the desired effect we intend to achieve with these initiatives. We believe this is an ideal time to reposition the organization for the growth and profitability all of our stakeholders have been seeking."
Shares of Gemini trade on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol "GKX". For more information about the Corporation and its services, go to www.gemini-corp.ca.
SOURCE: Gemini Corporation
Gemini Corporation Doug Lautermilch President and CEO (403) 259-0311 dlautermilch@gemini-corp.ca Gemini Corporation Robert Brookwell Executive VP and CFO (403) 258-5401 rbrookwell@gemini-corp.ca www.gemini-corp.ca
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Companies: Gemini Corp (GKX)
CALGARY, ALBERTA, Aug 28, 2009 (Marketwire via COMTEX) --
Gemini Corporation (TSX VENTURE:GKX) today announced its second quarter financial results for the period ended June 30, 2009.
Revenue in the second quarter totalled $15,226,000, a 23% decline from the $19,852,000 achieved in the same period of 2008, bringing year to date revenues for 2009 to $30,022,000 compared to $38,574,000 for 2008. The ongoing economic uncertainty has significantly impacted new construction activity in the oil and gas sector, which has dampened revenues for the Corporation's Field Services segment and has lead to these declines. Gemini's Engineering segment has been impacted less severely by the recession and is anticipating revenues will remain at or near the levels achieved in the second quarter. Demand for services related to maintenance, debottlenecking and upgrades are continuing to generate opportunities. Sales and marketing efforts are focussing on existing client opportunities as well as new markets and new clients to continue broadening the revenue base.
Gross profits for the second quarter of 2009 were $4,351,000 or 28% of revenue compared to $3,379,000 or 17% of revenue in the same period last year. This improvement continues to be the result of greater staff utilization rates within Engineering and improving project cost controls within Field Services. Client pressures to reduce costs are having an impact upon margins, but important steps are being taken to mitigate the effects of these pressures through increased efficiencies and enhanced use of existing infrastructure.
"Given the market conditions in the second quarter, we are encouraged by the financial results we were able to achieve", said Carl Johnson, Gemini's Executive Chairman. "Our emphasis on providing quality services in a safe manner, while improving utilization and cost controls is having a positive impact upon our profitability in the midst of this challenging economy."
"As the new member of Gemini's executive team, I am excited by the prospects for the organization", commented Doug Lautermilch, Gemini's new President and CEO. "We are in a financially strong position to take advantage of the inevitable turnaround in our markets and we are currently re-examining our strategic plans to ensure they align with the needs of our clients and the anticipated economic conditions for the next few years."
About Gemini Corporation
Gemini Corporation offers a wide range of interrelated services including project management, engineering, fabrication, construction, and maintenance of oil & gas and industrial facilities within Canada and internationally. The Corporation is a leading provider of engineered solutions and field services through either stand-alone or integrated service approaches to a broadening client base in an array of industry sectors. The Corporation's principal target markets are conventional oil and gas, unconventional gas, heavy oil, industrial, and renewable energy.
Shares of Gemini trade on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol "GKX". For more information about the Corporation and its services, go to www.gemini-corp.ca.
Gemini's 2009 second quarter report will be filed with SEDAR at http://www.sedar.com on August 28, 2009.
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
Three Months Ended Six Months Ended
Operating Highlights ($'000) June 30, June 30, June 30, June 30,
2009 2008 2009 2008
Revenue $ 15,226 $ 19,852 $ 30,022 $ 38,574
Gross profit 4,351 3,379 7,952 6,829
Earnings before interest
& taxes 524 365 722 577
Net earnings $ 320 $ 210 $ 417 $ 218
Earnings per share
(basic) $ 0.009 $ 0.005 $ 0.012 $ 0.005
Earnings per share
(diluted) $ 0.009 $ 0.005 $ 0.012 $ 0.005
Operating cash flow(1)
(excludes working capital
changes) $ 724 $ 274 $ 1,125 $ 754
Operating cash flow per
share $ 0.021 $ 0.008 $ 0.032 $ 0.022
Balance Sheet Highlights ($'000) June 30, December 31,
2009 2008
Working capital $ 11,898 $ 12,403
Total assets 24,425 28,554
Shareholders' equity 15,584 16,180
(1) Operating cash flow and operating cash flow per share are non-GAAP
financial measures which do not have a standard meaning and therefore
may not be comparable to similar measures presented by other companies.
The Corporation provides these measures in its quarterly news releases
to indicate the amount of cash generated for operating purposes during
the period.
Disclaimer
This news release contains forward looking information that represents Gemini's internal projections, expectations, estimates or beliefs concerning, among other things, future operating results and various components thereof or Gemini's future economic performance. All statements other than the statements of historical fact may be forward-looking statements. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "may", "will", "should", "expects", "projects", "plans", "anticipates", and similar expressions. The projections, estimates and beliefs contained in such forward-looking statements are based on management's assumptions relating to Gemini's performance and competition within the sectors in which it competes, the continuation of the current regulatory and tax regimes in the jurisdictions in which Gemini operates, and necessarily involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties, including risks and assumptions relating to client service demand, field service costs, labour rates, and other factors that may cause actual performance and financial results in future periods to differ materially from any projections of future performance or results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Accordingly, readers are cautioned that events or circumstances could cause results to differ materially from those predicted or suggested. The Corporation does not undertake to update any forward-looking information in this document whether as to new information, future events or otherwise.
SOURCE: Gemini Corporation
Gemini Corporation Doug Lautermilch President & CEO (403) 259-0311 Email: dlautermilch@gemini-corp.ca Gemini Corporation Robert Brookwell Executive Vice President & CFO (403) 258-5401 Email: rbrookwell@gemini-corp.ca Website: www.gemini-corp.ca
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Companies: Gemini Corp (GKX)
CALGARY, ALBERTA, Sep 1, 2009 (Marketwire via COMTEX) --
Gemini Corporation (TSX VENTURE:GKX) announces the grant of options to directors, officers and senior employees.
An aggregate of 310,000 options were granted at an exercise price of $0.34 per share, which was the closing market price on August 31, 2009. Under the terms of Gemini's option plan, the options are valid for four years and vest one-third immediately and the remainder at one-third on each of the next two grant date anniversaries. In addition, the Corporation granted 150,000 options at an exercise price of $0.39 and 300,000 options at an exercise price of $0.35 to two officers upon the commencement of their employment earlier in 2009. These grants bring the total number of options outstanding to 3,143,000 or 9.0% of the 34,883,608 issued and outstanding common shares of the Corporation.
Shares of Gemini trade on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol "GKX". For more information about the Corporation and its services, go to www.gemini-corp.ca.
SOURCE: Gemini Corporation
Gemini Corporation Doug Lautermilch President and CEO (403) 259-0311 Email: dlautermilch@gemini-corp.ca Gemini Corporation Robert Brookwell Executive VP and CFO (403) 258-5401 Email: rbrookwell@gemini-corp.ca Website: www.gemini-corp.ca
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Companies: Gemini Corp (GKX)
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CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - May 21, 2009) - Gemini Corporation ("Gemini") (TSX VENTURE:GKX) today announced it has redeemed all of its 6.6% Cumulative Redeemable Series I Preferred Shares ("Preferred Shares").
CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Feb. 18, 2009) - Gemini Corporation (TSX VENTURE:GKX) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Glen Roberts as Vice President, Business Development. Mr. Roberts will be responsible for all marketing and sales efforts for the Corporation encompassing both the
CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - June 29, 2009) - Gemini Corporation (TSX VENTURE:GKX) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Doug Lautermilch as President and CEO. Mr. Lautermilch is a professional engineer with an MBA and thirty years of increasing responsibility in a number of
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