NATURAL GAS SERVICES GROUP INC
For the period ended Dec 31, 2024. Filed Mar 17, 2025.
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FY2024 · Filed Mar 17, 2025
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What changed in Risk Factors?
Read the current filingPrevious report: 10-K
Period ended 2023-12-31; filed 2024-04-01.
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Item 1A. Risk FactorsCurrent report: 10-K
Period ended 2024-12-31; filed 2025-03-17.
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Item 1A. Risk FactorsThe baseline is this issuer’s latest earlier reporting period of the same form that was filed before the current report. A previous 10-Q is a different quarter, not a year-over-year comparison. Amendments are excluded.
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Current report
As a result of the COVID-19 outbreak and other economic conditions in the United States and abroad, our revenue and profitability were adversely affected in the ensuing years. Although the effects of the outbreak have generally abated, pandemics or other public health crises could significantly impact public health, economic growth, supply chains and markets. The extent to which our operations and financial results and condition may be affected by future pandemics or other public health crises will depend on various factors and consequences beyond our control, such as the duration and scope of such pandemic or public health crisis, the actions by governments and the private sector in response to the pandemic and the recovery speed and effectiveness of responses to combat any such pandemic or public health crisis. Thus, any future pandemic or public health crisis may materially adversely affect our operating and financial results in a manner that is not currently known to us and may be material and pose significant risks to our operations.
Current report
We depend on particular suppliers and are vulnerable to product shortages and price increases.
Current report
In recent years, we have transitioned from in-house assembly of compressors, and we now purchase the majority of our compressors from third-party assemblers and suppliers. If we are unable to purchase compression equipment or other integral equipment, materials and services from third party suppliers, we may be unable to retain existing customers or compete for new customers, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations, financial condition and cash flows. Our reliance on these suppliers involves several risks, including price increases (as a result of inflation or otherwise), quality issues and a potential inability to obtain an adequate supply of such equipment, materials and services in a timely manner. Additionally, we may experience long lead times from our suppliers of compression equipment, which may negatively impact our ability to deliver compressors to our customers in a timely manner. If we are unable to meet the demands of our customers, our existing customers may terminate their contractual relationships with us or curtail future orders, or we may not be able to compete for business from new customers, which, in either case, could have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations and financial condition. Further, supply chain issues could adversely affect our ability to obtain necessary materials, parts or lubricants used in our operations or increase the costs of such items. A significant increase in the price of such equipment, materials and services as a result of inflation, or other factors, could have a negative impact on our business, results of operations, financial condition and cash flows.
Current report
Our success depends on our ability to attract, retain and motivate a highly-skilled management team and workforce. Failure to ensure that we have the depth and breadth of management and personnel with the necessary skill sets and experience could impede our ability to achieve growth objectives and execute our operational strategy. As we continue to expand, we will need to promote or hire additional staff, and, as a result of increased compensation and benefit packages in our industry, as well as inflationary pressures, it may be difficult to attract or retain such individuals without incurring significant additional costs.
Current report
We have a five-year senior secured revolving credit agreement, as amended (the “Credit Facility”), with a total commitment of $300.0 million. We also have a right to request from the lender, an increase to the potential aggregate commitment of up to $50.0 million; provided, however, the aggregate commitment amount is not permitted to exceed $350.0 million. As of December 31, 2024, our borrowing base under the Credit Facility was approximately $300.0 million, with $170 million outstanding, leaving approximately $130.0 million available for future borrowing.
Current report
Our ability to to use net operating loss carryforwards to offset future taxable income may be subject to certain limitations.
Current report
Our ability to utilize net operating loss (“NOL”) carryforwards to reduce future taxable income is subject to limitations under Sections 382 and 383 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (“IRC”). As disclosed in Note 11 (“Income Taxes”) to our Consolidated Financial Statements, we have substantial NOL carryforwards. The utilization of such carryforwards may be limited by the occurrence of certain ownership changes, including the purchase or sale of our common stock by significant shareholders and the offering of our common stock during any three-year period resulting in an aggregate change of more than 50 percent in our beneficial ownership. In the event of an ownership change, Section 382 of the IRC imposes an annual limitation on the amount of our taxable income that can be offset by our NOL carryforwards. Under such circumstances, it is possible that the limitations imposed on our ability to utilize pre-ownership change NOLs could cause a significant increase in our U.S. federal income tax liabilities and could cause U.S. federal income taxes to be paid earlier than they otherwise would be paid if such limitations were not in effect.
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Previous report
In late 2022 and for 2023, we significantly expanded and borrowed under our bank credit facility in order to finance the growth of our large horsepower compressor fleet, increasing the outstanding balance on our facility from $25 million at December 31, 2022, to $164 million at December 31, 2023. The current commitment on our credit facility is $225 million, subject to borrowing base limitations. At December 31, 2023, our borrowing base under the credit facility was approximately $219.7 million, leaving approximately $55.7 million available for future borrowing.
Previous report
We are subject to income tax on a jurisdictional or legal entity basis and significant judgment is required in certain instances to allocate our taxable income to a jurisdiction and to determine the related income tax expense and benefits. Losses in one jurisdiction generally may not be used to offset profits in other jurisdictions. As a result, changes in the mix of our earnings (or losses) between jurisdictions, among other factors, could alter our overall effective income tax rate, possibly resulting in significant tax rate increases.
Previous report
We are regularly audited by various tax authorities. Income tax audit assessments or changes in tax laws, regulations, or other interpretations may result in increased tax provisions which could materially affect our operating results in the period or periods in which such determinations are made or changes occur.
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You should carefully consider the following risks associated with owning our common stock. Although the risks described below are the risks that we believe are material, they are not the only risks relating to our industry, our business and our common stock. Additional risks and uncertainties, including those that we have not yet identified or that we currently believe are immaterial, may also adversely affect our business, financial condition or results of operations.
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You should carefully consider the following risks associated with owning our common stock. Although the risks described below are the risks that we believe are material, they are not the only risks relating to our industry, our business and our common stock. Additional risks and uncertainties, including those that we have not yet identified or that we currently believe are immaterial, may also adversely affect our business, results of operations, financial condition and cash flows.
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Decreased oil and natural gas prices and oil and gas industry expenditure levels adversely affect our revenue.
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Decreased oil and gas prices and oil and gas industry expenditure levels adversely affect our revenue.
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Our revenue is derived primarily from expenditures in the oil and natural gas industry, which, in turn, are based on budgets to explore for, develop and produce oil and natural gas. When these expenditures decline, as they have at various times during the past several years, our revenue will suffer. The industry’s willingness to explore for, develop and produce oil and natural gas depends largely upon the prevailing view of future oil and natural gas prices. Prices for oil and natural gas historically have been, and are likely to continue to be, highly volatile. Many factors affect the supply and demand for oil and natural gas and, therefore, influence oil and natural gas prices, including:
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Our revenue is derived primarily from expenditures in the oil and gas industry, which, in turn, are based on budgets to explore for, develop and produce oil and gas. When these expenditures decline, as they have at various times during the past several years, our revenue will suffer. The industry’s willingness to explore for, develop and produce oil and gas depends largely upon the prevailing view of future oil and gas prices. Prices for oil and gas historically have been, and are likely to continue to be, highly volatile. Many factors affect the supply and demand for oil and gas and, therefore, influence oil and gas prices, including:
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•domestic and worldwide demand for oil and natural gas;
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•regulatory and other federal and state requirements in the United States;
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•regulatory and other federal and state requirements in the U.S.;
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•the ability of the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries, national oil companies and other large producers to set and maintain production levels and prices for oil;
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•the ability of OPEC, national oil companies and other large producers to set and maintain production levels and prices for crude oil;
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•political conditions in or affecting oil and natural gas producing countries;
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•political conditions in or affecting oil and gas producing countries;
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•terrorist activities affecting traditional supply routes and other possible terrorist activities in the United States and elsewhere;
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•terrorist activities affecting traditional supply routes and other possible terrorist activities in the U.S. and elsewhere;
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The rental contracts of many of our operating compressor units have a short-term duration, and oil and natural gas companies tend to respond quickly to upward or downward changes in prices. Any prolonged reduction in drilling and production activities historically has reduced our compressor sales and materially eroded both rental pricing and utilization rates for our equipment and services and adversely affected our financial results. As a result of any such prolonged reductions, we may suffer losses, be unable to make necessary capital expenditures or be unable to meet our financial obligations.
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The rental contracts of many of our operating compressor units have a short-term duration, and oil and gas companies tend to respond quickly to upward or downward changes in prices. Any prolonged reduction in drilling and production activities has historically eroded both rental pricing and utilization rates for our compression equipment and services and adversely affected our financial results. As a result of any such prolonged reductions, we may suffer losses, be unable to make necessary capital expenditures or be unable to meet our financial obligations.
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We compete with the oil and natural gas industry’s largest equipment and service providers who have greater name recognition than we do. These companies also have substantially greater financial resources, larger operations and greater budgets for marketing, research and development than we do. They may be better able to compete because of their broader geographic dispersion and ability to take advantage of international opportunities, the greater number of compressors in their fleet, their product and service diversity or a lower cost of capital. As a result, we could lose customers and market share to those competitors. These companies may also be better positioned than us to successfully endure downturns in the oil and natural gas industry.
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We compete with the oil and gas industry’s largest equipment and service providers who have greater name recognition than we do. These companies also have substantially greater financial resources, larger operations and greater budgets for marketing, research and development than we do. They may be better able to compete because of their broader geographic dispersion and ability to take advantage of international opportunities, the greater number of compressors in their fleet, their product and service diversity or a lower cost of capital. As a result, we could lose customers and market share to those competitors. These companies may also be better positioned than us to successfully endure downturns in the oil and gas industry.
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Our operations may be adversely affected if our current competitors or new market entrants introduce new products or services with better prices, features, performance or other competitive characteristics than our products and services. Competitive pressures or other factors also may result in significant price competition that could harm our revenue and our business. Additionally, we may face competition in our efforts to acquire other businesses.
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Our operations may be adversely affected if our current competitors or new market entrants introduce new products or services with better prices, features, performance or other competitive characteristics than our products and services. Competitive pressures or other factors also may result in significant price competition that could harm our revenue and our business. In addition, our customers may purchase and operate their own compression fleets in lieu of renting compressors and using our compression services. Additionally, we may face competition in our efforts to acquire other businesses.
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As a result of the COVID-19 outbreak and other economic conditions in the United States and abroad, our revenue and profitability were adversely affected in the ensuing years. The condition of domestic and global financial markets and the potential for disruption and illiquidity in the credit markets could have an adverse effect on our operating results and financial condition, and if sustained for an extended period, such adverse effects could also become significant. Uncertainty and turmoil in the credit markets may negatively impact the ability of our customers to finance utilization of our products and services and could result in a decrease in, or cancellation of, orders or adversely affect the collectability of our receivables. If the availability of credit to our customers is reduced, they may reduce their drilling and production expenditures, thereby decreasing demand for our products and services, which could have a negative impact on our financial condition. A prolonged period of depressed prices for oil and natural gas would likely result in delays or cancellation of projects by our customers, reducing the demand for our products and services.
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The condition of domestic and global financial markets and the potential for disruption and illiquidity in the credit markets could have an adverse effect on our operating results and financial condition, and if sustained for an extended period, such adverse effects could also become significant. Uncertainty and turmoil in the credit markets may negatively impact the ability of our customers to finance utilization of our products and services and could result in a decrease in, or cancellation of, contracts or adversely affect the collectability of our receivables. If the availability of credit to our customers is reduced, they may reduce their drilling and production expenditures, thereby decreasing demand for our products and services, which could have a negative impact on our financial condition. A prolonged period of depressed prices for oil and gas would likely result in delays or cancellation of projects by our customers, reducing the demand for our products and services.
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The U.S. economy has experienced elevated levels of inflation since early 2022. While such levels of inflation have moderated in recent months, uncertainty remains on expectations of inflation during 2024. Should inflationary pressures return or increase, the result will be an increase in our cost structure, including labor costs, parts costs, lubricants and other items used in our operations. If such cost increases occur, we may be unable to pass along such increases to our customers in the form of higher rental rates for our compressor units. Increases in inflation could also increase the costs of new compressor units, making them less attractive and decreasing the demand from our customers for such assets. Should any of these items occur, they could negatively impact the results of our operations.
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The U.S. economy has experienced elevated levels of inflation since early 2022. While such levels of inflation have moderated somewhat, inflation pressure continues and uncertainty remains regarding expectations of inflation during 2025. Should inflationary pressures continue or increase, the result will be an increase in our cost structure, including labor costs, parts costs, lubricants and other items used in our operations. If such cost increases occur, we may be unable to pass along such increases to our customers in the form of higher rental rates for our compressor units. Increases in inflation could also increase the costs of new compressor units, making them less attractive and decreasing the demand from our customers for such assets. In addition, inflation may adversely affect customers’ financing costs, cash flows, and profitability, which could adversely impact their operations and our ability to collect receivables. Should any of these items occur, they could negatively impact our results of operations, financial condition and cash flows.
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Our results of operations depend upon the level of activity in the energy market, including oil development, production, and transportation. Oil and natural gas prices and the level of drilling and exploration activity can be volatile. As a result, the demand for our natural gas compression services can be adversely affected. A reduction in demand has, and could in the future continue to, force us to reduce our pricing substantially. Additionally, our customers’ production from oil-weighted reserves constitutes the majority percentage of our business. These are considered unconventional sources and are generally less economically feasible to be developed in low oil price environments. A decline in demand for oil and natural gas generally has an adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations.
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Our results of operations depend upon the level of activity in the energy market, including oil development, production, and transportation. Oil and gas prices and the level of drilling and exploration activity can be volatile. As a result, the demand for our natural gas compression services can be adversely affected. A reduction in demand has, and could in the future continue to, force us to reduce our pricing substantially. Additionally, our customers’ production from oil-weighted reserves constitutes a substantial portion of our business. These are considered unconventional sources and are generally less economically feasible to be developed in low crude oil price environments. A decline in demand for oil and gas generally has an adverse effect on our business, results of operations, financial condition and cash flows.
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Our industry is highly cyclical, with periods of high demand and high pricing followed by periods of low demand and low pricing. Periods of low demand intensify the competition in the industry and often result in rental equipment being idle for long periods of time. We have been required to enter into lower rate rental contracts in response to market conditions and our rentals and sales revenue have decreased as a result of such conditions. Due to the short-term nature of most of our rental contracts, changes in market conditions can quickly affect our business. As a result of the cyclicality of our industry, we anticipate our results of operations will be volatile in the future.
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Our industry is highly cyclical, with periods of high demand and high pricing followed by periods of low demand and low pricing. Periods of low demand intensify the competition in the industry and often result in rental equipment being idle for long periods of time. At times, we have been required to enter into lower rate rental contracts in response to market conditions and our revenues have decreased as a result of such conditions. Due to the short-term nature of most of our rental contracts, changes in market conditions can quickly affect our business. As a result of the cyclicality of our industry, we anticipate our results of operations will be volatile in the future.
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From time to time, for example, legislation has been proposed in Congress to amend the federal Safe Drinking Water Act (“SDWA”) to require federal permitting of hydraulic fracturing and the disclosure of chemicals used in the hydraulic fracturing process. Further, the EPA completed a study finding that hydraulic fracturing could potentially harm drinking water resources under adverse circumstances such as injection directly into groundwater or into production wells lacking mechanical integrity. Further, legislation to amend the SDWA to repeal the exemption for hydraulic fracturing (except when diesel fuels are used) from the definition of “underground injection” and require federal permitting and regulatory control of hydraulic fracturing, as well as legislative proposals to require disclosure of the chemical constituents of the fluids used in the fracturing process, have been proposed in recent sessions of Congress. Several states and local jurisdictions also have adopted or are considering adopting regulations that could restrict or prohibit hydraulic fracturing in certain circumstances, impose more stringent operating standards and/or require the disclosure of the composition of hydraulic fracturing fluids. While we do not perform hydraulic fracturing, many of our customers do and their activity level drives demand for our products.
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From time to time, for example, legislation has been proposed in Congress to amend the federal SDWA to require federal permitting of hydraulic fracturing and the disclosure of chemicals used in the hydraulic fracturing process. Further, the EPA completed a study finding that hydraulic fracturing could potentially harm drinking water resources under adverse circumstances such as injection directly into groundwater or into production wells lacking mechanical integrity. Further, legislation to amend the SDWA to repeal the exemption for hydraulic fracturing (except when diesel fuels are used) from the definition of “underground injection” and require federal permitting and regulatory control of hydraulic fracturing, as well as legislative proposals to require disclosure of the chemical constituents of the fluids used in the fracturing process, have been proposed in recent sessions of Congress. Several states and local jurisdictions also have adopted or are considering adopting regulations that could restrict or prohibit hydraulic fracturing in certain circumstances, impose more stringent operating standards and/or require the disclosure of the composition of hydraulic fracturing fluids. While we do not perform hydraulic fracturing, many of our customers do and their activity level drives demand for our products.
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A ban of hydraulic fracturing would likely halt some projects, including unconventional projects, at least temporarily. Expanded regulations are likely to introduce a period of uncertainty as companies determine ways to proceed. Any curtailment could result in a reduction in demand for our compressors, potentially affecting both sales and rentals of our units.
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A ban of hydraulic fracturing would likely halt some projects, including unconventional projects, at least temporarily. Expanded regulations are likely to introduce a period of uncertainty as companies determine ways to proceed. Any curtailment could result in a reduction in demand for our compressors, potentially affecting both rentals and sales of our units.
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International, national and state governments and agencies continue to evaluate and promulgate legislation and regulations that are focused on restricting greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Compliance with climate action regulations applicable to our customers' operations may have significant implications that could adversely affect our business and operating results in the fossil fuel sectors, and boosting demand for technologies contributing to the climate action agenda.
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International, national and state governments and agencies continue to evaluate and promulgate legislation and regulations that are focused on restricting GHG emissions. Compliance with climate action regulations applicable to our customers’ operations may have significant implications that could adversely affect our business and operating results in the fossil fuel sectors, and boosting demand for technologies contributing to the climate action agenda.
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In the United States, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has taken steps to regulate GHG emissions as air pollutants under the U.S. Clean Air Act of 1970, as amended. The EPA's Greenhouse Gas Reporting Rule requires monitoring and reporting of GHG emissions from, among others, certain mobile and stationary GHG emission sources in the oil and natural gas industry. In addition, the U.S. government has proposed rules in the past setting GHG emissions standards for, or otherwise aimed at reducing GHG emissions from, the oil and natural gas industry. Caps or fees on carbon emissions, including in the U.S., have been and may continue to be established and the cost of such caps or fees could disproportionately affect the fossil fuel sectors. We are unable to predict whether and when the proposed changes in laws or regulations ultimately will occur or what they ultimately will require, and accordingly, we are unable to assess the potential financial or operational impact they may have on our customers and therefore our business.
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In the United States, the EPA has taken steps to regulate GHG emissions as air pollutants under the CAA. The EPA’s Greenhouse Gas Reporting Rule requires monitoring and reporting of GHG emissions from, among others, certain mobile and stationary GHG emission sources in the oil and gas industry. In addition, the U.S. government has proposed rules in the past setting GHG emissions standards for, or otherwise aimed at reducing GHG emissions from, the oil and gas industry. Caps or fees on carbon emissions, including in the U.S., have been and may continue to be established and the cost of such caps or fees could disproportionately affect the fossil fuel sectors. We are unable to predict whether and when the proposed changes in laws or regulations ultimately will occur or what they ultimately will require, and accordingly, we are unable to assess the potential financial or operational impact they may have on our customers and therefore our business.
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A significant majority of our compressor unit rental agreements are either month-to-month or short-term in duration. which, if terminated or not renewed, would adversely impact our revenue and our ability to recover our initial equipment costs.
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Approximately one half of our compressor unit rental agreements, representing approximately one quarter of our rented horsepower, are month-to-month in duration, which, if terminated or not renewed, would adversely impact our revenue and our ability to recover our initial equipment costs.
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The length of our compressor rental agreements with our customers varies based on customer needs, equipment configurations and geographic area. In most cases, under currently prevailing rental rates, the initial rental periods are not long enough to enable us to fully recoup the average cost of acquiring or fabricating the equipment. On a unit basis, of the 1,247 compressors rented at December 31, 2023, 773 were rented on a month-to-month basis. On a horsepower basis, of the 420,432 total rented horsepower, we had 141,194 of that total rented on a month-to-month basis, with the remainder on contracts expiring between 2024 and 2028. Given the volatility of the oil and gas market, we cannot be sure that a substantial number of our customers will continue their rental agreements or that, if such agreements were terminated we will be able to re-rent the equipment to new customers or that any re-rentals would be at comparable rental rates. The inability to timely renegotiate or re-rent a substantial portion of our compressor rental fleet could have a material adverse effect upon our business, financial condition, results of operations and cash flows.
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The length of our compressor rental agreements with our customers varies based on customer needs, equipment configurations and geographic area. In certain cases, under currently prevailing rental rates, the initial rental periods are not long enough to enable us to fully recoup the average cost of acquiring or assembling the equipment. On a unit basis, of the 1,208 compressors rented at December 31, 2024, 573 were rented on a month-to-month basis. On a horsepower basis, of the 491,756 total rented horsepower, we had 115,071 of that total rented on a month-to-month basis, with the remainder on contracts expiring between 2025 and 2029. We have limited ability to increase prices during our initial contract terms. As a result, we are unable to pass unexpected increases in the prices of the equipment, materials and services we utilize to provide contract operations services, as a result of inflation of otherwise, onto our customers, which could result in a negative impact on our results of operations, financial condition and cash flows. Given the volatility of the oil and gas market, we cannot be certain that a substantial number of our customers will continue their rental agreements or that, if such agreements were terminated we will be able to re-rent the equipment to new customers or that any re-rentals would be at comparable rental rates. The inability to timely renegotiate or re-rent a substantial portion of our compressor rental fleet could have a material adverse effect upon our business, financial condition, results of operations and cash flows.
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We could be subject to substantial liability claims that could harm our financial condition.
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Our operations entail inherent risks and we could be subject to substantial liability claims that could harm our financial condition. Our insurance coverage may not insure against all potential losses and we could be materially harmed by unexpected losses and liabilities.
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Our products are used in production applications where an accident or a failure of a product can cause personal injury, loss of life, damage to property, equipment or the environment, or suspension of operations. While we maintain insurance coverage, we face the following risks under our insurance coverage:
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Our compressors are used in production applications where an accident or a failure of a product can cause personal injury, loss of life, damage to property, equipment or the environment, or suspension of operations. While we maintain insurance coverage, we face the following risks:
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Our business is dependent not only on securing new customers but also on maintaining current customers. We had one customer that accounted for an aggregate of approximately 50% of our revenue for the year ended December 31, 2023, and the same customer accounted for an aggregate of approximately 42% of our revenue for the year ended December 31, 2022. At December 31, 2023, this same customer accounted for an aggregate of 64% of our accounts receivable. Unless we are able to retain our existing customers, or secure new customers if we lose one or more of our significant customers, our revenue and results of operations would be adversely affected. In addition, the default on payments by our significant customer or other important customers would negatively impact our cash flow and current assets.
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Our business is dependent not only on securing new customers but also on maintaining current customers. We had one customer that accounted for an aggregate of approximately 54 percent of our revenue for the year ended December 31, 2024, and the same customer accounted for an aggregate of approximately 50 percent of our revenue for the year ended December 31, 2023. As of December 31, 2024, this same customer accounted for an aggregate of 52 percent of our accounts receivable. Unless we are able to retain our existing customers, or secure new customers if we lose one or more of our significant customers, our revenue and results of operations would be adversely affected. In addition, the default on payments by our significant customer or other important customers would negatively impact our cash flows and current assets.
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In keeping with our streamlined approach to our business, our executive management team consists of four officers: our (i) Chief Executive Officer, (ii) Chief Financial Officer (iii) Chief Technical Officer and (iv) President and Chief Operating Officer. On February 1, 2024, Justin Jacobs, a member of our board of directors, was named as Chief Executive Officer and assumed these duties beginning on February 12, 2024. We have had two Interim Chief Financial Officers since the resignation of our prior Chief Financial Officer on February 28, 2023. While there is an ongoing search for a permanent Chief Financial Officer, if this position is not adequately or timely replaced, our business operations could be materially adversely affected. In addition, we rely on James Hazlett, our long-time Chief Technical Officer, in connection with the design and engineering of our compressor lines. While we have recently hired Brian Tucker as our Chief Operating Officer, we expect that Mr. Hazlett’s services will also continue to be available to us in the foreseeable future. However, the complete loss of either Messrs. Tucker’s or Hazlett’s services could have an adverse impact on our business. We do not carry any key-man insurance on any of our officers or directors.
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In keeping with our streamlined approach to our business, our executive management team consists of three officers: our (i) Chief Executive Officer, (ii) President and Chief Operating Officer and (iii) Chief Financial Officer. In addition, we employ a number of key employees in connection with our business, including in connection with the design and engineering of our compressors. While we do have employment agreements with our three executive officers, the loss of any of our executive officers or other key employees could have an adverse impact on our business. We do not carry any key-person insurance on any of our officers or directors.
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Many of our customers finance their exploration and development activities through cash flow from operations, the incurrence of debt or the issuance of equity. During times when the oil or natural gas markets are weak, our customers are more likely to experience a deterioration in their financial condition. Many of our customers’ equity values and liquidity substantially decline during declines in oil and natural gas prices, and in some cases access to capital markets may be an unreliable source of financing for some customers. The combination of a reduction in cash flow resulting from declines in commodity prices, an increase in the interest rates charged for debt financing, a reduction in borrowing bases under reserve-based credit facilities and the lack of availability of debt or equity financing may result in a reduction in our customers’ spending for our products and services. For example, our customers could seek to preserve capital by canceling month-to-month contracts, canceling or delaying scheduled maintenance of their existing natural gas compression equipment or determining not to enter into any new natural gas compression service contracts or purchase new compression equipment.
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Many of our customers finance their exploration and development activities through cash flows from operating activities, the incurrence of debt or the issuance of equity. During times when the oil and gas markets are weak, our customers are more likely to experience a deterioration in their financial condition. Many of our customers’ equity values and liquidity substantially decline during declines in oil and gas prices, and in some cases access to capital markets may be an unreliable source of financing for some customers. The combination of a reduction in cash flow resulting from declines in commodity prices, an increase in the interest rates charged for debt financing, a reduction in borrowing bases under reserve-based credit facilities and the lack of availability of debt or equity financing may result in a reduction in our customers’ spending for our products and services. For example, our customers could seek to preserve capital by canceling month-to-month contracts, canceling or delaying scheduled maintenance of their existing natural gas compression equipment or determining not to enter into any new natural gas compression service contracts or purchase new compression equipment.
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Many of the compressors that we sell or rent are mechanically complex and often must perform in harsh conditions. We believe that our success depends upon our ability to employ and retain a sufficient number of technical personnel who have the ability to design, utilize, enhance and maintain these compressors. Our ability to maintain and expand our operations depends in part on our ability to utilize and increase our skilled labor force. The demand for skilled workers is high, and supply is limited. A significant increase in the wages paid by competing employers could result in a reduction of our skilled labor force or cause an increase in the wage rates that we must pay or both. If either of these events were to occur, our cost structure could increase and our operations and growth potential could be impaired.
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Many of the compressors that we rent are mechanically complex and often must perform in harsh conditions. We believe that our success depends upon our ability to employ and retain a sufficient number of technical personnel who have the ability to design, utilize, enhance and maintain these compressors. Our ability to maintain and expand our operations depends in part on our ability to utilize and increase our skilled labor force. The demand for skilled workers is high, and supply is limited. A significant increase in the wages paid by competing employers could result in a reduction of our skilled labor force or cause an increase in the wage rates that we must pay or both. If either of these events were to occur, our cost structure could increase and our operations and growth potential could be impaired.
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During 2024, the amount we will spend on capital expenditures related to compression equipment will be determined primarily by the activity of our customers, our financial resources and access to capital. The amount and timing of any capital expenditures may vary depending on a variety of factors, including the level of activity in the oil and natural gas exploration and production industry and the presence of alternative uses for our capital, including any acquisitions that we may pursue. In addition, although a significant portion of the value of a new compressor increases our borrowing base under our credit facility once it has been fully constructed and put into service, we generally have an approximate lag of 9 to 12 months between borrowing money under the credit facility to fund progress payments to build a compressor and the time it becomes eligible for inclusion in our borrowing base. This lag can reduce the amount of future borrowings available for working capital purposes and new compressor unit acquisition until the unit is placed into service.
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During 2025, the amount we will spend on capital expenditures related to compression equipment will be determined primarily by the activity of our customers, our financial resources and access to capital. The amount and timing of any capital expenditures may vary depending on a variety of factors, including the level of activity in the oil and gas exploration and production industry and the presence of alternative uses for our capital, including any acquisitions that we may pursue. In addition, although a significant portion of the value of a new compressor increases our borrowing base under our Credit Facility once it has been fully constructed and put into service, we generally have an approximate lag of 9 to 12 months between borrowing money under the Credit Facility to fund progress payments to build a compressor unit and the time it becomes eligible for inclusion in our borrowing base. This lag can reduce the amount of future borrowings available for working capital purposes and new compressor unit acquisition until the unit is placed into service.
Previous wording
During the past year, we funded our capital expenditures through cash flows from operations and borrowings from our revolving credit facility. Although we believe that cash on hand, cash flows from our operations and bank borrowing from our revolving credit facility will provide us with sufficient cash to fund our planned capital expenditures for 2024, we cannot provide assurance that these sources will be sufficient considering the factors and limitations noted above.
Current wording
During the past year, we funded our capital expenditures through cash flows from operating activities and borrowings under the Credit Facility. Although we believe that cash on hand, cash flows from operating activities and borrowing under our Credit Facility will provide us with sufficient cash to fund our planned capital expenditures for 2025, we cannot provide assurance that these sources will be sufficient considering the factors and limitations noted above.
Previous wording
In addition to expanding our existing business through organic growth opportunities, we may require additional capital to fund any significant unanticipated capital expenditures, such as a material acquisition. To the extent we would require any necessary capital, due to the existing constraints noted above and any issues or limitations in the equity and debt capital markets, such capital, may not be available to us when we need it or on acceptable terms. Our ability to raise additional capital will depend on the results of our operations and the status of various capital and industry markets at the time we seek such capital. Failure to generate sufficient cash flow, together with the absence of alternative sources of capital, could stagnate our growth and have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations or cash flow.
Current wording
In addition to expanding our existing business through organic growth opportunities, we may require additional capital to fund any significant unanticipated capital expenditures, such as a material acquisition. To the extent we would require any necessary capital, due to the existing constraints noted above and any issues or limitations in the equity and debt capital markets, such capital, may not be available to us when we need it or on acceptable terms. Our ability to raise additional capital will depend on the results of our operations and the status of various capital and industry markets at the time we seek such capital. Failure to generate sufficient cash flows from operating activities, together with the absence of alternative sources of capital, could stagnate our growth and have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations or cash flows.
Previous wording
In November 2023, we increased the borrowing commitment of our revolving credit facility from $175 million to $225 million (subject to borrowing base limitation and customary covenants) and at December 31, 2023, we had $164 million outstanding on the revolving credit facility and anticipate additional borrowing on the facility through 2024. Should we utilize our full debt capacity growth beyond that point could be impacted. As a result of our indebtedness at any given point in time, we might not have the ability to incur any substantial additional indebtedness. The level of our indebtedness could have several important effects on our future operations, including:
Current wording
During 2024, we increased the borrowing commitment of the Credit Facility from $225 million to $300 million and we have the right to request an increase in the potential commitment by $50 million (subject to borrowing base limitation and customary covenants). As of December 31, 2024, we had $170 million of borrowings outstanding under the Credit Facility and anticipate additional borrowing under the Credit Facility through 2025. Should we utilize our full debt capacity, growth beyond that point could be impacted. As a result of our indebtedness at any given point in time, we might not have the ability to incur any substantial additional indebtedness. The level of our indebtedness could have several important effects on our future operations, including:
Previous wording
•a significant portion of our cash flow from operations may be dedicated to the payment of principal and interest (which is variable on our revolving credit facility) on our debt, thereby reducing funds available for other purposes; and
Current wording
•a significant portion of our cash flows from operating activities may be dedicated to the payment of principal and interest (which is variable under the Credit Facility) on our debt, thereby reducing funds available for other purposes; and
Previous wording
If we borrow under our credit line and are unable to service our debt, we will likely be forced to take remedial steps that are contrary to our business plan.
Current wording
If we borrow under the Credit Facility and are unable to service our debt, we will likely be forced to take remedial steps that are contrary to our business plan.
Previous wording
If we were to materially borrow further under our line of credit or other borrowing arrangements, it is possible that our business will not generate sufficient cash flow from operations to meet any debt service requirements and the payment of principal when due depending on the amount of borrowings at any given time. If this were to occur, we may be forced to:
Current wording
If we were to materially borrow further under the Credit Facility or other borrowing arrangements, it is possible that our business will not generate sufficient cash from operating activities to meet any debt service requirements and the payment of principal when due depending on the amount of borrowings at any given time. If this were to occur, we may be forced to:
Previous wording
Our current credit agreement contains covenants that limit our operating and financial flexibility and, if breached, could expose us to severe remedial provisions.
Current wording
Our current Credit Facility agreement contains covenants that limit our operating and financial flexibility and, if breached, could expose us to severe remedial provisions.
Previous wording
Under the terms of our current credit agreement, we must:
Current wording
Under the terms of our current Credit Facility agreement, we must:
Previous wording
Our ability to meet the financial ratios and tests under our credit agreement can be affected by events beyond our control, and we may not be able to satisfy those ratios and tests. A breach of any one of these covenants or requirements could permit the lending organization to accelerate outstanding amounts so that it is immediately due and payable. If a breach occurs, no further borrowings would be available under our credit arrangement. If we are unable to repay any outstanding amounts, the lending organization could proceed against and foreclose on the assets we pledged as collateral to secure payment of our indebtedness.
Current wording
Our ability to meet the financial ratios and tests under the Credit Facility can be affected by events beyond our control, and we may not be able to satisfy those ratios and tests. A breach of any one of these covenants or requirements could permit the lending organization to accelerate outstanding amounts so that it is immediately due and payable. If a breach occurs, no further borrowings would be available under our Credit Facility. If we are unable to repay any outstanding amounts, the lender could proceed against and foreclose on the assets we pledged as collateral to secure payment of our indebtedness.
Previous wording
Our current credit agreement contains a variable interest rate and increases to such rate may increase our borrowing cost.
Current wording
Our current Credit Facility agreement contains a variable interest rate and increases to such rate may increase our borrowing cost.
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•the level of oil and gas inventories;