- hird quarter 2024 total revenues climbed 12% year-over-year to $2.1 billion, driven by a $528 million record-level contribution from Services and a favorable aircraft mix across the 30 units delivered per plan.
- Adjusted EBITDA of $307 million for the third quarter and adjusted EBITDA margin was 14.8%. Reported EBIT for the third quarter was $201 million. Adjusted EPS was positive at $0.74 for the third quarter, with diluted EPS at $1.09.
- Free cash flow usage for the quarter was $127 million, including investment in inventory of $149 million. Reported cash flow usage from operating activities of $81 million and net additions to PP&E and intangible assets of $46 million.
- Backlog as at September 30, 2024 stood at $14.7 billion, reflecting unit book-to-bill of 1.0 for the quarter.
- Available liquidity remained strong at $1.2 billion; cash and cash equivalents were $0.9 billion as at September 30, 2024.
- Further strengthened the liquidity position subsequent to quarter end, through a $150 million upsize of its secured revolving credit facility which now stands at $450 million.
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MONTRÉAL, Nov. 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bombardier Inc. (TSX: BBD.B) today reported its financial results for the third quarter of 2024. Marked by steady growth across key metrics, including revenues, profitability and services, the company remains on track to meet its full-year 2024 guidance.
“With a sustained increase in revenues, profitability and record aftermarket performance, Bombardier’s strong results this quarter are a testament to our long-term plan and our team’s ability to execute, meeting commitments week after week,” said Éric Martel, President and Chief Executive Officer, Bombardier. “We have once again posted a healthy book-to-bill ratio, which in turn has maintained our backlog and predictability. This is all made possible by our second to none product portfolio and customer focus. As we enter the last months of the year, I am proud that our operations and service network continue to perform at a high level and are well positioned to deliver on full-year guidance.”
Robust Services Growth Fuels Year-Over-Year Revenue Increase
Bombardier reported revenues of $2.1 billion in the third quarter of 2024, an increase of 12% year-over-year, driven by impressive aftermarket growth and a healthy delivery mix. Revenues from the company’s Services business stream continued their remarkable upward trajectory in the third quarter of 2024, up 28% year-over-year to a record of $528 million. Having fully operationalized its expanded support network, revenues from services are trending well above the company’s objective of $2 billion in aftermarket revenues by 2025.
The company delivered a healthy mix of aircraft this quarter, for a total of 30 deliveries. Backlog reached $14.7 billion as at September 30, 2024, resulting in a unit book-to-bill of 1.0. Overall, the company remains on track to meet its planned delivery guidance for 2024.
Operational Efficiency Driving Profitability Increase
Bombardier continued to drive profitable growth in the third quarter of 2024. Adjusted net income increased by $1 million year-over-year, reaching $81 million. Adjusted EPS came in at $0.74 for the third quarter, compared with $0.73 for the same quarter last year. Diluted EPS was $1.09 for the quarter.
Adjusted EBITDA for the third quarter of 2024 reached $307 million, representing growth of 8% year-over-year. Adjusted EBIT totaled $201 million, an increase of 4% year-over-year.
The company recorded free cash flow usage of $127 million for the third quarter, with an investment in inventory of $149 million. Reported cash flow usage from operating activities came in at $81 million, with net additions to PP&E and intangible assets at $46 million.
Continuing to Strengthen Balance Sheet, Providing Solid Foundation for Future Growth and Deleveraging
Available liquidity as at September 30, 2024 remained solid at $1.2 billion, in line with expectations. Bombardier further improved its liquidity position with an additional $150 million increase to its revolving credit facility, subsequent to quarter end, which now sits at $450 million. With this, the company continues to strengthen its balance sheet and position itself favorably for sustained future growth.
“2024 is tracking to be another milestone year for Bombardier. We have achieved more than 60 speed records on our Global 7500 program and the Global 8000 is now entering the production phase in parallel to certification activities,” added Martel. “Our successful showing at NBAA-BACE this past October once again highlighted how Bombardier has set the standard in business aviation and our passionate people continue to push the boundaries of what is possible in our industry. All-in-all, we have delivered meaningful growth in our Services business and continue to deepen relationships with customers, be they individuals, large companies or governments.”
About Bombardier
At Bombardier (BBD-B.TO), we design, build, modify and maintain the world’s best-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. That means not simply exceeding standards, but understanding customers well enough to anticipate their unspoken needs.
For them, we are committed to pioneering the future of aviation-innovating to make flying more reliable, efficient and sustainable. And we are passionate about delivering unrivaled craftsmanship and care, giving our customers greater confidence and the elevated experience they deserve and expect. Because people who shape the world will always need the most productive and responsible ways to move through it.
Bombardier customers operate a fleet of approximately 5,000 aircraft, supported by a vast network of Bombardier team members worldwide and 10 service facilities across six countries. Bombardier’s performance-leading jets are proudly manufactured in aerostructure, assembly and completion facilities in Canada, the United States and Mexico.