Significant Revenue Increase
STEP's Q1 consolidated revenues increased to CAD308 million from the prior quarter revenue of CAD148 million, marking a significant improvement as client capital budgets reset.
Improved Adjusted EBITDA
Adjusted EBITDA for the first quarter was CAD59 million or a 19% margin, compared with CAD8 million or a 5% margin in the prior quarter.
Net Income Recovery
Net income for Q1 was CAD24 million or CAD0.33 per diluted share, compared to a loss of CAD45 million or negative CAD0.62 per diluted share in the prior quarter.
Strong Operational Achievements
STEP's North American operations posted excellent results, running 22 units throughout the quarter with significant milestones in coiled-tubing and fracturing operations.
Innovation in Natural Gas Operations
STEP introduced Canada's first 100% natural gas reciprocating engine, the NGx, achieving diesel displacement rates of up to 90% during initial field trials.