Revenue Growth
Total revenue of $47.9M, up 10.5% year-over-year (from $43.5M).
Canada and International Revenue Increases
Canada revenue of $33.8M (+9.8% YoY) driven by higher activity and a larger mix of specialized drilling; International revenue of $14.1M (+12.1% YoY) from increased activity in Chile and Guyana.
Improved Adjusted EBITDA and Net Earnings
Adjusted EBITDA rose to $5.1M from $4.5M (+13.3%); net earnings improved to $1.3M ($0.03/share) from $0.5M ($0.01/share), an increase of ~160% (benefitting from lower income tax expense and favorable FX, partially offset by lower operating earnings).
Higher Drill Utilization and Ramp-Up of New Projects
Drill utilization reached its highest level in more than two years (management cited an increase from ~56% in Q1 to ~62% in Q2) and management expects further increase to ~65% in Q3 as new contracts ramp up.
Strong Market Demand Backed by Commodity Prices
Record gold prices and elevated copper prices are supporting strong demand, increased RFP activity, and rising requests from junior explorers (including longer multi‑month programs), improving the outlook for future contract opportunities.
Liquidity and Shareholder Actions
Entered a sixth amended credit agreement (revolving facility $30.0M plus USD 5.0M standby LC capacity, maturity Dec 22, 2029). Net repayment on credit facility of $3.3M in the quarter. Working capital of $51.9M (vs $50.4M FY2025 year-end). Repurchased 141,450 shares under NCIB at a weighted average price of $1.29.