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SEC filingQ1 results reflect revenue and operating income declines, with net income down sharply due to higher interest and tax costs; Middle East conflict adds uncertainty.
Revenue for the first quarter of fiscal 2026 was $326.2 million, a decrease of 2.2% compared to $333.4 million in the same period last year. The decline was primarily due to lower vessel utilization and a reduction in the number of vessels in operation, partially offset by higher average day rates. Vessel day rates are determined by the demand created largely through the level of offshore exploration, field development and production spending by energy companies relative to the supply of offshore support vessels. Our customers’ business activity is dependent on current and expected crude oil and natural gas prices, which fluctuate based on supply and demand dynamics.
Operating income decreased 21.4% to $59.0 million from $75.0 million in the prior year, resulting in an operating margin of 18.1%. The decline was driven by vessel operating costs that remained high relative to revenue, reflecting ongoing cost pressures in the offshore support vessel industry. Net income fell sharply to $6.1 million from $42.7 million, a decrease of 85.6%, primarily due to higher interest expense and a significant income tax provision. Diluted earnings per share were $0.12 compared to $0.83 in the prior year.
Net cash provided by operating activities was $19.2 million, down from $86.0 million in the prior year, reflecting lower net income and changes in working capital. Capital expenditures increased to $14.9 million from $10.3 million, primarily for vessel upgrades and improvements. Free cash flow, defined as operating cash flow minus capital expenditures, was $4.3 million. We believe cash and cash equivalents and net cash provided by operating activities, supplemented with our revolving credit capacity, provides us with sufficient liquidity to fund our obligations and meet our liquidity requirements, including the acquisition of the Wilson Companies.
Our liquidity position remains adequate to support operations and strategic initiatives. The Wilson Companies acquisition, which owns 22 platform supply vessels operating in Brazil, is a key strategic move to expand our presence in that market. We do not expect any significant liquidity issues to arise from the Iran conflict, but we will continue to monitor this situation.
Management maintains a positive long-term outlook for the offshore energy upcycle, citing record oil and gas demand and the strategic importance of energy security. However, near-term uncertainty from the Middle East conflict and potential supply chain cost inflation are noted. The Wilson Companies acquisition is a key strategic move to expand in Brazil. No quantitative guidance was provided.