NEW ALBANY, Ohio, March 10, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc. (the “Company”) (Nasdaq: CVGI) today reported financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2014.
In fiscal year 2014, the Company did not have any borrowings under its asset-based revolver and therefore was not subject to any financial maintenance covenants. At December 31, 2014, the Company had liquidity of $107.2 million; $70.1 million of cash and $37.1 millionavailability from its asset based revolver.
Rich Lavin, President and CEO of Commercial Vehicle Group, stated, “Our full-year 2014 revenues and operating income were favorably impacted by significant improvements in medium- and heavy-duty truck production volumes in North America when compared to full-year 2013. Additionally, full-year sales and operating income improved in our global construction and agriculture end markets compared to full-year 2013. As regards to pull through, we are pleased to have reported about $27 million more operating income in 2014 compared to 2013 on $92 million of increased sales year-over-year; operating income pull through of almost 30 percent. Before giving effect to charges associated with special items in 2014 and 2013, adjusted operating income pull through was 21 percent and within our expected range.”
Lavin added, “With the roll out of our long term strategic plan, CVG 2020, in September 2014, we are focused on near term margin enhancement; and, over the long term, product innovation and other initiatives to profitably grow our business. We were able to deliver the aforementioned results in part because of flat year-over-year SG&A spend, notwithstanding investments associated with the development of CVG 2020. We are confident in our ability to both grow the company in line with CVG 2020 targets and deliver profit improvement.”
Tim Trenary, Chief Financial Officer of Commercial Vehicle Group, stated, “We maintained cost discipline during the year in a rising sales environment, and delivered the operating income pull through expected on increased sales as compared to the prior year. As a result, net income for the year improved to almost $8 million compared to a loss of $12 million in the prior year. However, during the year we experienced foreign currency exchange rate headwinds generally as a consequence of the strength of the U.S. Dollar and because certain of our foreign affiliates conducted business in currencies other than local currencies. We have and will continue to take actions to mitigate this foreign currency risk.”
In the fourth quarter of 2014, two reportable segments were established: the Global Truck and Bus Segment (“GTB Segment”) and the Global Construction and Agriculture Segment (“GCA Segment”). Each of these segments consists of a number of manufacturing facilities. Generally, the facilities in the GTB Segment manufacture and sell seats and seating systems (“Seats”), trim systems and components, wipers, mirrors, structures and other products into the MD / HD Truck and bus markets. Generally, the facilities in the GCA Segment manufacture and sell wire harnesses, Seats and other products into the construction and agriculture markets. Both segments participate in the aftermarket. Certain of our manufacturing facilities manufacture and sell products through both of our segments. Each manufacturing facility that sells products through both segments is reflected in the financial results of the segment that has the greatest amount of sales from that manufacturing facility.
A reconciliation of GAAP to non-GAAP financial measures is included as Appendix A to this release.
Management estimates that 2015 North American Class 8 truck production levels will be in the range of 290,000 – 310,000 units compared to 297,000 units in 2014. Although we believe there is a bias toward a modest decline in global construction and agriculture markets in 2015 versus 2014, the Company does not anticipate any meaningful change in 2015.
Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc. is a Delaware (USA) corporation. We were formed as a privately-held company in August 2000. We became a publicly held company in 2004. The Company (and its subsidiaries) is a leading supplier of a full range of cab related products and systems for the global commercial vehicle market, including the medium- and heavy-duty truck market, the medium-and heavy-construction vehicle markets, the military, bus, agriculture, specialty transportation, mining, industrial equipment and off-road recreational (ATV/UTV) markets. Information about the Company and its products is available on the internet at www.cvgrp.com.
This press release contains forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties. These statements often include words such as “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “estimate,” or similar expressions. In particular, this press release may contain forward-looking statements about Company expectations for future periods with respect to its plans to improve financial results and enhance the Company, the future of the Company’s end markets, Class 8 North America build rates, performance of the global construction equipment business, expected cost savings, enhanced shareholder value and other economic benefits of the consulting services, the Company’s initiatives to address customer needs, organic growth, the Company’s economic growth plans to focus on certain segments and markets and the Company’s financial position or other financial information. These statements are based on certain assumptions that the Company has made in light of its experience in the industry as well as its perspective on historical trends, current conditions, expected future developments and other factors it believes are appropriate under the circumstances. Actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results because of certain risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to: (i) general economic or business conditions affecting the markets in which the Company serves; (ii) the Company’s ability to develop or successfully introduce new products; (iii) risks associated with conducting business in foreign countries and currencies; (iv) increased competition in the heavy-duty truck, construction, aftermarket, military, bus, agriculture and other markets; (v) the Company’s failure to complete or successfully integrate strategic acquisitions; (vi) the impact of changes in governmental regulations on the Company’s customers or on its business; (vii) the loss of business from a major customer or the discontinuation of particular commercial vehicle platforms; (viii) the Company’s ability to obtain future financing due to changes in the lending markets or its financial position; (ix) the Company’s ability to comply with the financial covenants in its revolving credit facility; (x) the Company’s ability to realize the benefits of its cost reduction and strategic initiatives; (xi) a material weakness in our internal control over financial reporting which could, if not remediated, result in material misstatements in our financial statements; (xii) volatility and cyclicality in the commercial vehicle market adversely affecting us; and (xiii) various other risks as outlined under the heading “Risk Factors” in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for fiscal year ending December 31, 2013. There can be no assurance that statements made in this press release relating to future events will be achieved. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements to reflect changed assumptions, the occurrence of unanticipated events or changes to future operating results over time. All subsequent written and oral forward-looking statements attributable to the Company or persons acting on behalf of the Company are expressly qualified in their entirety by such cautionary statements.
NEW ALBANY, Ohio, March 9, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc. (the “Company”) (Nasdaq: CVGI) today announced that on March 3, 2015, the Columbus Council on World Affairs honored Commercial Vehicle Group (“CVG”) as the 2015 International Company of the Year, at a luncheon that marked the Council’s 40thanniversary. The Council recognizes a local company each year for its leadership in bridging the central Ohiocommunity with the global economy and raising awareness of issues, such as education and trade, which have both an international and local impact. More than 600 business, civic and academic leaders joined the Council in honoring CVG.
CVG, headquartered in New Albany, Ohio, is a leader in the development, manufacturing and fulfillment of integrated system solutions for the medium- and heavy-duty truck, bus, construction, military, agriculture and specialty markets. CVG employs nearly 7,000 people globally and has manufacturing operations in the United States, Australia, China, Czech Republic, India, Mexico, United Kingdom and the Ukraine. Rich Lavin, CVG’s President & CEO, accepted the award and delivered the keynote address at the Hilton in downtown Columbus. “It is an honor to accept the award for 2015 International Company of the Year on behalf of Commercial Vehicle Group”, said Lavin. “We look forward to the opportunity to continue our global outreach efforts with the local community and the Columbus Council on World Affairs as they address key global issues such as education, sustainability, technology, foreign affairs and global trade”.
Patrick Terrien, President & CEO of the Columbus Council on World Affairs stated, “CVG is one of our region’s hidden gems – its global experience and reach are examples of how local companies can stay competitive by leveraging overseas markets. The Columbus Council on World Affairs is proud to honor CVG as the 2015International Company of the Year.”
Past Company honorees include American Electric Power, Battelle, Cardinal Health, CAS, the City of Columbus,Columbus Crew, Greif, Honda, Limited Brands, Nationwide, and The Ohio State University.
About Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc.
Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc. is a Delaware (USA) corporation. We were formed as a privately-held company inAugust 2000. We became a publicly held company in 2004. The Company (and its subsidiaries) is a leading supplier of a full range of cab related products and systems for the global commercial vehicle market, including the medium-and heavy-duty truck market, the medium-and heavy-construction vehicle markets, the military, bus, agriculture, specialty transportation, mining, industrial equipment and off-road recreational (ATV/UTV) markets. Information about the Company and its products is available on the internet at www.cvgrp.com.
About the Columbus Council on World Affairs
Since 1975, the Columbus Council on World Affairs has increased global awareness in our region. The CCWA fosters a community that is well-informed about critical international issues as they affect the world, nation and the local region. Columbus citizens then utilize this insight to make effective decisions in our global society. To learn more, go to www.columbusworldaffairs.org.
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