Strong cash position and operating cash flow
Operating cash flow of $49.4M; cash and cash equivalents of $62.7M, up $2.7M year-over-year, providing liquidity despite acquisition and NCIB activity.
Robust backlog and recent new contract wins
Ending order backlog of $561.1M as of January 31, 2026 (excluding $157.3M of new contracts announced last week); Groupe LAR backlog contribution of $138.2M, supporting multi-year revenue visibility.
Accretive acquisition activity and diversification
Groupe LAR acquisition (closed Sept 18, 2025) contributed ~$20M in revenue and ~$2M to consolidated gross margin since closing; expands presence in hydroelectric market and adds a 4-year master contract.
Dividend reinstated
Board approved a semi-annual dividend of $0.02 per share payable May 15, 2026, signaling confidence in cash generation and balance sheet.
Q4 revenue resilience
Fourth-quarter revenue of $78.8M, up $1.4M year-over-year, including $13.8M contribution from Groupe LAR, showing sequential revenue stability amid headwinds.
Capacity and expansion plans to support growth
Management reports available capacity across facilities; planned CapEx of ~ $35M for FY2027 (majority for Groupe LAR plant expansion/modernization) to drive future efficiency and higher margins.
Mitigating actions taken versus tariff uncertainty
Implemented work-sharing program to reduce fabrication hours and limit cost exposure; strategic backlog shift toward Canadian projects and negotiations with U.S. clients to alleviate tariff impacts.