Biggest changeThe Company continues to monitor the impact on its supply chain, including, but not limited to, the commercial vehicle manufacturers that provide the chassis used in the Company’s production and manufacturing processes, which could potentially limit the ability of these manufacturers to meet demand in future periods. 27 Table of Contents Results of Operations Year Ended December 31, 2023, Compared to the Year Ended December 31, 2022 Consolidated Results of Operations Year Ended December 31, (in $000s) 2023 % of revenue 2022 % of revenue $ Change % change Rental revenue $ 478,910 25.7% $ 464,039 29.5% $ 14,871 3.2% Equipment sales 1,253,453 67.2% 982,341 62.4% 271,112 27.6% Parts sales and services 132,737 7.1% 126,706 8.1% 6,031 4.8% Total revenue 1,865,100 100.0% 1,573,086 100.0% 292,014 18.6% Cost of revenue, excluding rental equipment depreciation 1,240,176 66.5% 1,017,635 64.7% 222,541 21.9% Depreciation of rental equipment 170,664 9.2% 171,703 10.9% (1,039) (0.6)% Gross profit 454,260 24.4% 383,748 24.4% 70,512 18.4% Total operating expenses 283,312 280,440 2,872 Operating income 170,948 103,308 67,640 Total other expense 112,872 56,576 56,296 Income before income taxes 58,076 46,732 11,344 Income tax expense 7,364 7,827 (463) Net income $ 50,712 $ 38,905 $ 11,807 Total Revenue - The increase in revenue for the year ended December 31, 2023, was primarily due to strong customer demand for new equipment and used rental equipment.
Biggest changeSee further discussion of this transaction in Note 7: Rental Equipment and Property and Equipment and Note 9: Leases as Lessee in the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements under Part II, Item 8, Consolidated Results of Operations Year Ended December 31, (in $000s) 2024 % of revenue 2023 % of revenue $ Change % change Rental revenue $ 442,953 24.6% $ 478,910 25.7% $ (35,957) (7.5)% Equipment sales 1,223,036 67.9% 1,253,453 67.2% (30,417) (2.4)% Parts sales and services 136,291 7.6% 132,737 7.1% 3,554 2.7% Total revenue 1,802,280 100.0% 1,865,100 100.0% (62,820) (3.4)% Cost of revenue, excluding rental equipment depreciation 1,228,557 68.2% 1,240,176 66.5% (11,619) (0.9)% Depreciation of rental equipment 183,453 10.2% 170,664 9.2% 12,789 7.5% Gross profit 390,270 21.7% 454,260 24.4% (63,990) (14.1)% Gain on sale leaseback transaction (23,497) — (23,497) Total other operating expenses 287,404 283,312 4,092 Total operating expenses 263,907 283,312 (19,405) Operating income 126,363 170,948 (44,585) Total other expense 155,550 112,872 42,678 Income (loss) before income taxes (29,187) 58,076 (87,263) Income tax expense (532) 7,364 (7,896) Net income (loss) $ (28,655) $ 50,712 $ (79,367) Total Revenue - The decrease in revenue for the year ended December 31, 2024, was primarily due to lower rental revenue and lower volume of used equipment sales.
The Indenture contains covenants that limit the Issuer’s (and certain of its subsidiaries’) ability to, among other things: (i) incur additional debt or issue certain preferred stock; (ii) pay dividends, redeem stock, or make other distributions; (iii) make other restricted payments or investments; (iv) create liens on assets; (v) transfer or sell assets; (vi) create restrictions on payment of dividends or other amounts by the Issuer to the Issuer’s restricted subsidiaries; (vii) engage in mergers or consolidations; (viii) engage in certain transactions with affiliates; or (ix) designate the Issuer’s subsidiaries as unrestricted subsidiaries.
The Indenture contains covenants that limit the Issuer’s (and certain of its subsidiaries’) ability to, among other things: (i) incur additional debt or issue certain preferred stock; (ii) pay dividends, redeem stock, or make other distributions; (iii) make other restricted payments or investments; (iv) create liens on assets; (v) transfer or sell assets; (vi) create restrictions on payment of dividends or other amounts by the Issuer’s restricted subsidiaries; (vii) engage in mergers or consolidations; (viii) engage in certain transactions with affiliates; or (ix) designate the Issuer’s subsidiaries as unrestricted subsidiaries.
For the year ended December 31, 2023, the impact of state income taxes and a tax benefit from the reduction to the valuation allowance, resulted in an overall effective tax rate in the period of 12.7%, $7.4 million of tax expense being recognized.
For the year ended December 31, 2023, the impact of state income taxes and a tax benefit from the reduction to the valuation allowance resulted in an overall effective tax rate in the period of 12.7%, $7.4 million of tax expense recognized.
Unlimited dividends, under 2029 Indenture, may be made so long as after giving effect to making the dividends, the consolidated total debt ratio would be no greater than 5.00 to 1.00 on a pro forma basis.
Unlimited dividends, under the Indenture, may be made so long as after giving effect to making the dividends, the Consolidated Total Debt Ratio would be no greater than 5.00 to 1.00 on a pro forma basis.
Income Tax Expense — We have net operating loss carryforward and disallowed interest deduction carryforward assets, which are generally available to be used to offset taxable income generated in future years.
Income Tax Expense (Benefit) — We have net operating loss carryforward and disallowed interest deduction carryforward assets, which are generally available to be used to offset taxable income generated in future years.
We also provide truck and equipment maintenance and repair services, which are executed throughout our nationwide branch network and fleet of mobile technicians supported by our 24/7 call center based in Kansas City, Missouri. Overview of Markets We continue to focus on four primary end-markets: Electric Utility Transmission and Distribution, or T&D, Telecom, Rail, Forestry, Waste Management, and Infrastructure.
We also provide truck and equipment maintenance and repair services, which are executed throughout our nationwide branch network and fleet of mobile technicians supported by our 24/7 call center based in Kansas City, Missouri. Overview of Markets We continue to focus on six primary end-markets: Electric Utility Transmission and Distribution, or T&D, Telecom, Rail, Forestry, Waste Management, and Infrastructure.
Telecom, specifically the roll-out of 5G, has seen some positive trends over the last few years. Our existing T&D related contactor customers will continue to deliver the roll-out, and our existing equipment portfolio aligns well with the needs of this market. Rail investment, both in the freight and commuter markets, remains robust.
Telecom, specifically the continued expansion of 5G, has seen some positive trends over the last few years. Our existing T&D related contactor customers will continue to deliver the roll-out, and our existing equipment portfolio aligns well with the needs of this market. Rail investment, both in the freight and commuter markets, remains robust.
While we remain in a financial reporting loss position based on a cumulative pre-tax loss for the three-year period ended December 31, 2023, the determination of the valuation allowance is based on our evaluation of the periods over which future taxable items are expected to be utilized to offset tax loss and deduction carryforward items in those future periods.
While we remain in a financial reporting loss position based on a cumulative pre-tax loss for the three-year period ended December 31, 2024, the determination of the valuation allowance is based on our evaluation of the periods over which future taxable items are expected to be utilized to offset tax loss and deduction carryforward items in those future periods.
We enter into purchase agreements with manufacturers and suppliers of chassis, parts and components and attachments, for our rental fleet and inventory. The purchase agreements are cancellable within a specified notification period to the supplier. Such amounts are not estimable as of December 31, 2023. Operating Lease Payments.
We enter into purchase agreements with manufacturers and suppliers of chassis, parts and components and attachments, for our rental fleet and inventory. The purchase agreements are cancellable within a specified notification period to the supplier. Such amounts are not estimable as of December 31, 2024. Operating Lease Payments.
The covenants governing the payment of dividends and making other distributions are based upon a combination of fixed amounts, percentages of Adjusted EBITDA or upon multiple pro forma measures depending on the purpose of any such dividend payments or distributions the Buyer and its restricted subsidiaries are permitted to make.
The covenants governing the payment of dividends and making other distributions are based upon a combination of fixed amounts, percentages of Adjusted EBITDA or upon multiple pro forma measures depending on the purpose of any such dividend payments or distributions the Borrower and its restricted subsidiaries are permitted to make.
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations Custom Truck One Source, Inc., a Delaware corporation, and its wholly owned subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” “us,” or “the Company”) are engaged in the business of providing a range of products and services to customers through rentals and sales of specialty equipment, 24 Table of Contents rentals and sales of aftermarket parts and services related to the specialty equipment, and repair, maintenance and customization services related to that equipment.
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations Custom Truck One Source, Inc., a Delaware corporation, and its wholly owned subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” “us,” or “the Company”) are engaged in the business of providing a range of products and services to customers through rentals and sales of specialty equipment, rentals and sales of aftermarket parts and services related to the specialty equipment, and repair, maintenance and customization services related to that equipment.
Liquidity and Capital Resources For the Year Ended December 31, 2023, Compared to the Year Ended December 31, 2022 Our principal sources of liquidity include cash generated by operating activities and borrowings under revolving credit facilities as described below.
Liquidity and Capital Resources For the Year Ended December 31, 2024, Compared to the Year Ended December 31, 2023 Our principal sources of liquidity include cash generated by operating activities and borrowings under revolving credit facilities as described below.
See Note 10: Leases as Lessee in the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements under Part II, Item 8, for a summary of the estimated future repayment terms for the operating lease amounts. Floor Plan Financing.
See Note 9: Leases as Lessee in the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements under Part II, Item 8, for a summary of the estimated future repayment terms for the operating lease amounts. Floor Plan Financing.
Parts and service revenue is derived from maintenance and repair services, light upfit services, and parts, tools and accessories sold directly to customers. Rental revenue excludes active rental contracts which qualify to be accounted for as sales-type leases.
Parts and service revenue is derived from maintenance and repair services, and parts, tools and accessories sold directly to customers. Rental revenue excludes active rental contracts which qualify to be accounted for as sales-type leases.
See Note 7: Floor Plan Financing in the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements under Part II, Item 8, for obligations related to trade and non-trade floor plan financings. Notes Payable and Loan Principal and Interest Payments.
See Note 6: Floor Plan Financing in the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements under Part II, Item 8, for obligations related to trade and non-trade floor plan financings. Notes Payable and Loan Principal and Interest Payments.
We depreciate our rental equipment over its estimated useful rentable life of one to seven years with an estimated residual value of 0% to 35% of the cost, using the straight-line method. Useful life is estimated based upon the expected period the 34 Table of Contents equipment will be in the fleet as a rentable unit.
We depreciate our rental equipment over its estimated useful rentable life of one to seven years with an estimated residual value of 0% to 35% of the cost, using the straight-line method. Useful life is estimated based upon the expected period the equipment will be in the fleet as a rentable unit.
Year Ended December 31, 2022, Compared to the Year Ended December 31, 2021 For a comparison of our liquidity and capital resources for the year ended December 31, 2022, compared to the year ended December 31, 2021, see “ Part II, Item 7.
Year Ended December 31, 2023, Compared to the Year Ended December 31, 2022 For a comparison of our liquidity and capital resources for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to the year ended December 31, 2022, see “ Part II, Item 7.
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” of our annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2022 , filed with the Securities and exchange Commission on March 14, 2023, which is incorporated herein by reference. Critical Accounting Estimates We prepare our consolidated financial statements in accordance with U.S.
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” of our annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023 , filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 7, 2024, which is incorporated herein by reference. Critical Accounting Estimates We prepare our consolidated financial statements in accordance with U.S.
At December 31, 2023, a 100 basis point increase to our credit loss estimate would increase our allowance for doubtful accounts by approximately $0.9 million.
At December 31, 2024, a 100 basis point increase to our credit loss estimate would increase our allowance for doubtful accounts by approximately $0.9 million.
Equipment Rental Solutions (“ERS”) Segment — We own a broad range of new and used specialty equipment, including truck-mounted aerial lifts, cranes, service trucks, dump trucks, trailers, digger derricks and other machinery and equipment. As of December 31, 2023, this equipment (the “rental fleet”) is comprised of more than 10,300 units.
Equipment Rental Solutions (“ERS”) Segment — We own a broad range of new and used specialty equipment, including truck-mounted aerial lifts, cranes, service trucks, dump trucks, trailers, digger derricks and other machinery and equipment. As of December 31, 2024, this equipment (the “rental fleet”) is comprised of more than 10,000 units.
For the Year Ended December 31, 2022, Compared to the Year Ended December 31, 2021 For a comparison of our results of operations for the year ended December 31, 2022, compared to the year ended December 31, 2021, see “ Part II, Item 7.
For the Year Ended December 31, 2023, Compared to the Year Ended December 31, 2022 For a comparison of our results of operations for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to the year ended December 31, 2022, see “ Part II, Item 7.
We have floor plan payables of $662.3 million at December 31, 2023 that represent financing arrangement to facilitate our purchase of chassis, parts, components and attachments inventory. All floor plan payables are collateralized by the inventory financed. These payables become due and payable upon the sale, transfer, or reclassification of each unit to inventory.
We have floor plan payables of $801.3 million at December 31, 2024 that represent financing arrangement to facilitate our purchase of chassis, parts, components and attachments inventory. All floor plan payables are collateralized by the inventory financed. These payables become due and payable upon the sale, transfer, or reclassification of each unit to inventory.
Net debt is defined as total debt (calculated as current and long-term debt, excluding deferred financing fees, plus current and long-term finance lease obligations) minus cash and cash equivalents. Our creditors utilize Adjusted EBITDA and Net Leverage Ratio to assess our compliance with the restrictive covenants in the ABL Credit Agreement and the Indenture.
Net debt is defined as total debt (calculated as current and long-term debt, excluding deferred financing fees, plus current and long-term finance lease obligations) minus cash and cash equivalents. 31 Table of Contents Our creditors utilize Adjusted EBITDA and Net Leverage Ratio to assess our compliance with the restrictive covenants in the ABL Credit Agreement and the Indenture.
The verifiable evidence, such as future reversals of existing temporary differences and the ability to carryback, are considered before estimated future taxable income (exclusive of temporary differences and tax planning strategies) is considered because future taxable income estimates are more subjective.
The verifiable evidence, such as future reversals of existing temporary differences and the ability to carryback, are considered before 36 Table of Contents estimated future taxable income (exclusive of temporary differences and tax planning strategies) is considered because future taxable income estimates are more subjective.
There were no acquisitions made during the year ended December 31, 2023. Goodwill is attributable to the synergies and economies of scale expected from the combination of the businesses. In addition to long-lived fixed assets, we also acquire other assets and assume liabilities.
Goodwill is attributable to the synergies and economies of scale expected from the combination of the businesses. There were no material acquisitions made during the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023. In addition to long-lived fixed assets, we also acquire other assets and assume liabilities.
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” of our annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2022 , filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 14, 2023, which is incorporated herein by reference.
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” of our annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023 , filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 7, 2024, which is incorporated herein by reference.
As of December 31, 2023, the Company’s consolidated total debt ratio was not greater than 5.00 to 1.00 and, as a result, the Company determined there were no restrictions on distribution by the Issuer and its restricted subsidiaries by the Indenture.
As of December 31, 2024, the Company’s Consolidated Total Debt Ratio was not greater than 5.00 to 1.00 and, as a result, the Company determined there were no restrictions on distributions by the Issuer and its restricted subsidiaries by the Indenture.
Rental revenue is primarily comprised of revenues from rental agreements and freight charges billed to customers. The Company records changes in estimated collectability directly against rental revenue. Equipment sales revenue reflects the value of vocational trucks and other equipment sold to customers.
Rental revenue is primarily comprised of revenues from rental agreements and freight charges billed to customers. The Company records changes in estimated collectability directly against rental revenue. Equipment sales revenue reflects the value of vocational trucks and other equipment sold to customers as well as upfit services.
To the extent that the useful lives of our rental equipment were to increase or decrease by one year, we estimate that our annual depreciation expense would increase or decrease by approximately $149.6 million, respectively.
To the extent that the useful lives of our rental equipment were to increase or decrease by one year, we estimate that our annual depreciation expense would increase or decrease by approximately $36.1 million, respectively.
Cost of Equipment Sales - The increase in cost of equipment sales for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to the year ended December 31, 2022, was due to an increase in equipment sales.
Cost of Equipment Sales - The increase in cost of equipment sales for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to the year ended December 31, 2023, was due to an increase in equipment sales volume.
We have short-term and long-term cash requirements of $8.0 million and $1,509.8 million, respectively, for the payment of principal related to notes payable and loans as of December 31, 2023. The total amount does not equal the carrying amount due to unamortized deferred charges.
We have short-term and long-term cash requirements of $7.8 million and $1,539.8 million, respectively, for the payment of principal related to notes payable and loans as of December 31, 2024. The total amount does not equal the carrying amount due to unamortized deferred charges.
Loan Covenants and Compliance The ABL Facility contains customary negative covenants for transactions of this type, including covenants that, among other things, limit Buyer’s and its restricted subsidiaries’ ability to: incur additional indebtedness; pay dividends, redeem stock, or make other distributions; repurchase, prepay or redeem subordinated indebtedness; make investments; create restrictions on the ability of Buyer’s restricted subsidiaries to pay dividends to Buyer; create liens; transfer or sell assets; consolidate, merge, sell, or otherwise dispose of all or substantially all of Buyer’s assets; enter into certain transactions with Buyer’s affiliates; and designate subsidiaries as unrestricted subsidiaries, in each case subject to certain exceptions, as well as a restrictive covenant applicable to each Specified Floor Plan Company (as defined in the ABL Credit Agreement) limiting its ability to own certain assets and engage in certain lines of business.
Loan Covenants and Compliance The ABL Facility contains customary negative covenants for transactions of this type, including covenants that, among other things, limit Nesco Holdings II, Inc., our wholly owned subsidiary (the “Borrower” with respect to the ABL Facility, or the “Issuer” with respect to the Indenture) and its restricted subsidiaries’ ability to: incur additional indebtedness; pay dividends, redeem stock, or make other distributions; repurchase, prepay or redeem subordinated indebtedness; make investments; create restrictions on the ability of the Borrower’s restricted subsidiaries to pay dividends; create liens; transfer or sell assets; consolidate, merge, sell, or otherwise dispose of all or substantially all of Borrower’s assets; enter into certain transactions with the Borrower’s affiliates; and designate subsidiaries as unrestricted subsidiaries, in each case subject to certain exceptions, as well as a restrictive covenant applicable to each Specified Floor Plan Company (as defined in the ABL Credit Agreement) limiting its ability to own certain assets and engage in certain lines of business.
As of December 31, 2023, the Company’s distribution conditions were satisfied and, as a result, the Company determined there were no restrictions on distribution by the Buyer and its restricted subsidiaries by the ABL Credit Agreement.
As of December 31, 2024, the Company’s distribution conditions were satisfied and, as a result, the Company determined there were no restrictions on distributions by the Borrower and its restricted subsidiaries by the ABL Credit Agreement.
The Company presents Net Leverage Ratio, which is equivalent to Consolidated Total Net Leverage Ratio in our ABL Credit Agreement and Consolidated Total Debt Ratio in the Indenture, is defined as Net Debt over Adjusted EBITDA.
The Company presents Net Leverage Ratio, which is equivalent to Consolidated Total Net Leverage Ratio in our ABL Credit Agreement and Consolidated Total Debt Ratio in the Indenture, is defined as Net Debt over Adjusted EBITDA for the previous twelve-month period.
We are able to generate cash flow through our earnings. Our highly variable cost structure adjusts with the utilization of our equipment, thereby reducing our costs to match our revenue. We principally evaluate operational performance based on the following metrics: ending OEC, average OEC on rent, fleet utilization, and OEC on rent yield.
Our highly variable cost structure adjusts with the utilization of our equipment, thereby reducing our costs to match our revenue. We principally evaluate operational performance based on the following metrics: ending OEC, average OEC on rent, fleet utilization, and OEC on rent yield.
We have short-term and long-term minimum cash requirements for operating lease payments of $8.8 million and $41.6 million, respectively. The total amounts do not equal the carrying amount due to imputed interest.
We have short-term and long-term minimum cash requirements for operating lease payments of $14.4 million and $158.4 million, respectively. The total amounts do not equal the carrying amount due to imputed interest.
Cash Flows from Financing Activities Net cash provided by financing activities was $202.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, as compared to $153.9 million in 2022.
Cash Flows from Financing Activities Net cash provided by financing activities was $58.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, as compared to $202.9 million in 2023.
See Note 9: Long-Term De bt in the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements under Part II, Item 8 for more information. The Company presents Adjusted EBITDA calculated in accordance with “Consolidated EBITDA” as that term is used in the ABL Credit Agreement and the Indenture.
For further information on the ABL Facility and Indenture, see Note 8: Long-Term Debt in the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements under Part II, Item 8. The Company presents Adjusted EBITDA calculated in accordance with “Consolidated EBITDA” as that term is used in the ABL Credit Agreement and the Indenture.
(3) Represents the impact of sales-type lease accounting for certain leases containing RPOs, as the application of sales-type lease accounting is not deemed to be representative of the ongoing cash flows of the underlying rental contracts. The adjustments are made pursuant to our ABL Credit Agreement.
These adjustments are presented as adjustments to net income (loss) pursuant to our ABL Credit Agreement and Indenture (3) Represents the impact of sales-type lease accounting for certain leases containing RPOs, as the application of sales-type lease accounting is not deemed to be representative of the ongoing cash flows of the underlying rental contracts.
We believe that our liquidity sources and operating cash flows are sufficient to address our operating, debt service 30 Table of Contents and capital requirements, including investments in our rental fleet, over the next 12 months. As of December 31, 2023, we had $10.3 million in cash and cash equivalents compared to $14.4 million as of December 31, 2022.
We believe that our liquidity sources and operating cash flows are sufficient to address our operating, debt service and capital requirements, including investments in our rental fleet, over the next 12 months and beyond. As of December 31, 2024, we had $3.8 million in cash and cash equivalents compared to $10.3 million as of December 31, 2023.
Our expected material contractual cash requirements over the next twelve months primarily consist of minimum operating lease obligations of $8.8 million, debt principal and interest payments of $8.0 million and $101.8 million, respectively, and the repayment of floor plan borrowings.
Our expected material contractual cash requirements over the next twelve months primarily consist of minimum operating lease obligations of $14.4 million, debt principal and interest payments of $7.8 million and $99.5 million, respectively, and the repayment of floor plan borrowings.
Similarly, to the extent the estimated salvage values of our rental equipment were to increase or decrease by one percentage point, we estimate that our annual depreciation expense would change by approximately $3.4 million.
Similarly, to the extent the estimated salvage values of our rental equipment were to increase or decrease by one 34 Table of Contents percentage point, we estimate that our annual depreciation expense would change by approximately $1.9 million.
At December 31, 2023, our deferred tax asset valuation allowance was $67.6 million. 36 Table of Contents Recent Accounting Pronouncements See Note 2: Summary of Significant Accounting Policies , to our Annual Report on Form 10-K for a discussion of recently issued and adopted accounting pronouncements.
At December 31, 2024, our deferred tax asset valuation allowance was $72.4 million. Recent Accounting Pronouncements See Note 2: Summary of Significant Accounting Policies , to our Annual Report on Form 10-K for a discussion of recently issued and adopted accounting pronouncements.
Cash Flows from Investing Activities Net cash used in investing activities was $176.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, as compared to cash used in investing activities of $218.9 million in 2022.
Cash Flows from Investing Activities Net cash used in investing activities was $187.5 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, as compared to cash used in investing activities of $176.6 million in 2023.
Amortization and non-rental depreciation — Amortization expense relates to intangible assets such as customer lists, trade names, etc. Non-rental depreciation expense reflects the depreciation of property and equipment that is not part of the rental fleet. Transaction expenses and other — Transaction expenses and other include expenses directly related to the acquisition of businesses.
Amortization and non-rental depreciation — Amortization expense relates to intangible assets such as customer lists, trade names, etc. Non-rental depreciation expense reflects the depreciation of property and equipment that is not part of the rental fleet.
Also included in financing and other expense (income) are the unrealized remeasurement gains and losses related to our interest rate collar and redeemable warrants. Interest expense — Interest expense consists of contractual interest expense on outstanding debt obligations, floorplan financing facilities, amortization of deferred financing costs and other related financing expenses.
Also included in financing and other expense (income) are the unrealized remeasurement gains and losses related to our interest rate collar and redeemable warrants. 25 Table of Contents Interest expense — Interest expense consists of contractual interest expense on outstanding debt obligations, floor plan financing facilities, amortization of deferred financing costs and other related to derivative financial instruments.
Changes in these assumptions would have an impact to the amount of intangible assets recorded and the resulting amortization expense. Goodwill and the Evaluation of Goodwill Impairment Goodwill represents the excess of cost over the fair value of identifiable net assets of businesses acquired.
Changes in these assumptions would have an impact to the amount of intangible assets recorded and the resulting amortization expense. Goodwill and the Evaluation of Goodwill Impairment Goodwill represents the excess of cost over the fair value of identifiable net assets of businesses acquired, and goodwill is assigned to each of our reporting units, which are ERS, TES and APS.
Any change in depreciation expense as a result of a hypothetical change in either useful lives or salvage values would generally result in a proportional increase or decrease in the gross profit we would recognize upon the ultimate sale of the asset. Business Combinations We have made acquisitions in the past and may continue to make acquisitions in the future.
Any change in depreciation expense as a result of a hypothetical change in either useful lives or salvage values would generally result in a proportional increase or decrease in the gross profit we would recognize upon the ultimate sale of the asset.
Customers are given credit against such purchase price for a portion of the amounts paid over the life of the rental, allowing customers the flexibility of a rental with the option to purchase at any time at a known price.
Customers are given credit against such purchase price for a portion of the amounts paid over the life of the rental, allowing customers the flexibility of a rental with the option to purchase at any time at a known price. Activities in our ERS segment consist of the rental and sale from the rental fleet of the foregoing products.
Activities in our ERS segment consist of the rental and sale from the rental fleet of the foregoing products. 26 Table of Contents Truck and Equipment Sales (“TES”) Segment — We offer a broad variety of new equipment for sale to be used across our end-markets, which can be modified to meet our customers’ specific needs.
Truck and Equipment Sales (“TES”) Segment — We offer a broad variety of new equipment for sale to be used across our end-markets, which can be modified to meet our customers’ specific needs.
As of December 31, 2023, we had $552.4 million of outstanding borrowings under our ABL Facility compared to $437.7 million of outstanding borrowings as of December 31, 2022.
As of December 31, 2024, we had 30 Table of Contents $582.9 million of outstanding borrowings under our ABL Facility compared to $552.4 million of outstanding borrowings as of December 31, 2023.
In the majority of these cases, we will sell used equipment directly to customers, rather than relying on auctions. Activities in our TES segment consist of the production and sale of new and used specialty equipment and vocational trucks, which includes equipment from leading original equipment manufacturers (“OEMs”) across our end-markets, as well as our Load King TM brand.
Activities in our TES segment consist of the production and sale of new and used specialty equipment and vocational trucks, which 26 Table of Contents includes equipment from leading original equipment manufacturers (“OEMs”) across our end-markets, as well as our Load King TM brand.
Neither Adjusted EBITDA or Net Leverage Ratio is calculated in accordance with GAAP and may not conform to the calculation of Adjusted EBITDA or Net Leverage Ratio used by other companies.
Neither Adjusted EBITDA or Net Leverage Ratio is calculated in accordance with GAAP and may not conform to the calculation of Adjusted EBITDA or Net Leverage Ratio used by other companies. Neither Adjusted EBITDA or Net leverage Ratio should be considered as a substitute for a measure of our financial performance or liquidity prepared in accordance with GAAP.
Cash Flows from Operating Activities Net cash used in operating activities was $30.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, as compared to $46.0 million provided by operating activities in the same period of 2022. The use of cash in the current period is the result of our increased levels of inventory purchases and production.
Cash Flows from Operating Activities Net cash from operating activities was $122.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, as compared to $30.9 million used for operating activities in the same period of 2023. The change year over year is driven by lower levels of inventory production throughout 2024 compared to 2023.
Year Ended December 31, (in $000s) 2023 2022 Change % Change Ending OEC (as of period end) $ 1,455,708 $ 1,455,820 $ (112) — Average OEC on rent $ 1,183,253 $ 1,187,950 $ (4,697) (0.4) % Fleet utilization 80.4 % 83.9 % (3.5) % (4.2) % OEC on rent yield 40.4 % 39.1 % 1.3 % 3.3 % Sales order backlog (as of period end) $ 688,559 $ 754,142 $ (65,583) (8.7) % Operating Results by Segment The following segment information compares results by segment for years ended December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022.
Year Ended December 31, (in $000s) 2024 2023 Change % Change Ending OEC (as of period end) $ 1,515,461 $ 1,455,708 $ 59,753 4.1 % Average OEC on rent $ 1,101,417 $ 1,183,253 $ (81,836) (6.9) % Fleet utilization 74.3 % 80.4 % (6.1) % (7.6) % OEC on rent yield 39.0 % 40.4 % (1.4) % (3.5) % Sales order backlog (as of period end) $ 368,779 $ 688,559 $ (319,780) (46.4) % Operating Results by Segment The following segment information compares results by segment for years ended December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023.
Cost of Revenue, Excluding Rental Equipment Depreciation - Consistent with the increase in revenue versus the prior year, the increase in cost of revenue, excluding rental equipment depreciation, was driven primarily by the increase in new and rental equipment sales volume.
Cost of Revenue, Excluding Rental Equipment Depreciation - The decrease in cost of revenue, excluding rental equipment depreciation was driven primarily by the decrease in equipment sales volume during the year ended December 31, 2024.
See Note 9: Long-Term Debt in the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements under Part II, Item 8 for more information. 33 Table of Contents Sources and Uses of Cash The following table summarizes our sources and uses of cash: Year Ended December 31, (in $000s) 2023 2022 Net cash flow from operating activities $ (30,883) $ 45,968 Net cash flow from investing activities (176,598) (218,936) Net cash flow from financing activities 202,876 153,896 Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents 554 (2,470) Net change in cash and cash equivalents $ (4,051) $ (21,542) As of December 31, 2023, we had cash and cash equivalents of $10.3 million, a decrease of $4.1 million from December 31, 2022.
Sources and Uses of Cash The following table summarizes our sources and uses of cash: Year Ended December 31, (in $000s) 2024 2023 Net cash flow from operating activities $ 121,985 $ (30,883) Net cash flow from investing activities (187,485) (176,598) Net cash flow from financing activities 58,283 202,876 Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents 713 554 Net change in cash and cash equivalents $ (6,504) $ (4,051) 33 Table of Contents As of December 31, 2024, we had cash and cash equivalents of $3.8 million, a decrease of $6.5 million from December 31, 2023.
(5) Represents the charge to earnings for our interest rate collar and the change in fair value of the liability for warrants. 32 Table of Contents The following table presents the calculation of Net Debt and Net Leverage Ratio: (in $000s) December 31, 2023 December 31, 2022 Current maturities of long-term debt $ 8,257 $ 6,940 Current portion of finance lease obligations — 1,796 Long-term debt, net 1,487,136 1,354,766 Finance leases — 3,206 Deferred financing fees 22,406 27,686 Less: cash and cash equivalents (10,309) (14,360) Net Debt $ 1,507,490 $ 1,380,034 Divided by: Adjusted EBITDA 426,930 392,978 Net Leverage Ratio 3.53 3.51 Future Contractual Obligations Our estimated future obligations as of December 31, 2023 include both short-term (over the next 12 months) and long-term obligations.
On July 31, 2024, all of the Company’s stock purchase warrants expired and unexercised. 32 Table of Contents The following table presents the calculation of Net Debt and Net Leverage Ratio: (in $000s) December 31, 2024 December 31, 2023 Current maturities of long-term debt $ 7,842 $ 8,257 Long-term debt, net 1,519,882 1,487,136 Deferred financing fees 19,926 22,406 Less: cash and cash equivalents (3,805) (10,309) Net Debt $ 1,543,845 $ 1,507,490 Divided by: Adjusted EBITDA 339,657 426,930 Net Leverage Ratio 4.55 3.53 Future Contractual Obligations Our estimated future obligations as of December 31, 2024 include both short-term (over the next 12 months) and long-term obligations.
When performing a Step 0 test, if we determine that it is more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying value, we then perform a quantitative goodwill impairment analysis (“Step 1 test”) by comparing the carrying amount to an estimate of the fair value of the reporting unit.
If we conclude that it is more likely than not that the fair value of the reporting unit is less than its carrying amount, or we elect not to use the qualitative impairment test, a quantitative impairment test is performed.
Total Other Expense - The increase in other expense for the year ended December 31, 2023, was primarily due to an increase in interest expense from variable rate debt and floor plan financing liabilities, as well as a decrease in mark-to-market income from the private warrants liability (accounted for as a derivative financial instrument) to $2.5 million in 2023, from $20.3 million in 2022.
Total Other Expense - The increase in other expense for the year ended December 31, 2024, was primarily due to the increase in interest expense from variable rate debt and floor plan financing liabilities.
Cost of Revenue - The increase in total cost of revenue for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to the year ended December 31, 2022, was primarily driven by the increase in cost of equipment sales, resulting from an increase in demand for rental equipment purchases by our customers.
Cost of Revenue - The decrease in total cost of revenue for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to the year ended December 31, 2023, was largely due to the decrease in rental equipment sales volume.
Neither Adjusted EBITDA or Net leverage Ratio should be considered as a substitute for a measure of our financial performance or liquidity prepared in accordance with GAAP. 31 Table of Contents The following table provides the calculation of Adjusted EBITDA pursuant to the ABL Credit Agreement and the Indenture for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022: Year Ended December 31, (in $000s) 2023 2022 $ Change % Change Net income $ 50,712 $ 38,905 $ 11,807 30.3 % Interest expense 94,694 76,265 18,429 24.2 % Income tax expense 7,364 7,827 (463) (5.9) % Depreciation and amortization 218,993 223,483 (4,490) (2.0) % EBITDA 371,763 346,480 25,283 7.3 % Adjustments: Non-cash purchase accounting impact (1) 19,742 23,069 (3,327) (14.4) % Transaction and integration costs (2) 14,143 26,218 (12,075) (46.1) % Sales-type lease adjustment (3) 10,458 5,204 5,254 101.0 % Share-based payments (4) 13,309 12,297 1,012 8.2 % Change in fair value of derivative and warrants (5) (2,485) (20,290) 17,805 (87.8) % Adjusted EBITDA $ 426,930 $ 392,978 $ 33,952 8.6 % (1) Represents the non-cash impact of purchase accounting, net of accumulated depreciation, on the cost of equipment and inventory sold.
The following table provides the calculation of Adjusted EBITDA pursuant to the ABL Credit Agreement and the Indenture for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023: Year Ended December 31, (in $000s) 2024 2023 Net income (loss) $ (28,655) $ 50,712 Interest expense 105,895 94,694 Income tax expense (benefit) (532) 7,364 Depreciation and amortization 235,807 218,993 EBITDA 312,515 371,763 Adjustments: Non-cash purchase accounting impact (1) 16,833 19,742 Transaction and other costs (2) 17,915 14,143 Sales-type lease adjustment (3) 4,559 10,458 Gain on sale leaseback transaction (4) (23,497) — Share-based payments (5) 11,859 13,309 Change in fair value of derivative and warrants (6) (527) (2,485) Adjusted EBITDA $ 339,657 $ 426,930 (1) Represents the non-cash impact of purchase accounting, net of accumulated depreciation, on the cost of equipment and inventory sold.
Aftermarket Parts and Services (APS) Segment Year Ended December 31, (in $000s) 2023 2022 Rental revenue $ 15,771 $ 14,931 Parts and services revenue 132,737 126,706 Total revenue 148,508 141,637 Cost of revenue: Cost of revenue 105,791 105,185 Depreciation of rental equipment 3,465 3,741 Total cost of revenue 109,256 108,926 Gross profit $ 39,252 $ 32,711 Total Revenue - Total revenue increased for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to the year ended December 31, 2022, driven by growth in demand for parts, tools and accessories sales, augmented by increased tools and accessories rentals in the Parts, Tools and Accessories (“PTA”) division.
Aftermarket Parts and Services (APS) Segment Year Ended December 31, (in $000s) 2024 2023 Rental revenue $ 12,786 $ 15,771 Parts and services revenue 136,291 132,737 Total revenue 149,077 148,508 Cost of revenue: Cost of revenue 111,560 105,791 Depreciation of rental equipment 3,945 3,465 Total cost of revenue 115,505 109,256 Gross profit $ 33,572 $ 39,252 Total Revenue - Total revenue increased for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to the year ended December 31, 2023, due to the increase in parts and services revenue partially offset by a decrease in rentals of tools and accessories tied to the decline in rental revenue in the ERS segment.
The decrease in cash used in investing activities is due to the cash paid for acquisition, net of cash acquired, in 2022 of $49.8 million as well as an increase in proceeds from sales and disposals of rental equipment of $23.7 million, partially offset by an increase in purchases for rental and non-rental equipment and cloud computing arrangements of $31.2 million.
The increase in cash used in investing activities is due to an increase in purchases for rental equipment of $34.1 million, cash paid for acquisitions of businesses (net of cash acquired) of $6.0 million, and a decrease in proceeds from sales and disposals of rental equipment of $25.0 million partially offset by proceeds from the sale leaseback transaction (net of expenses) of $52.5 million.
The equipment and inventory acquired received a purchase accounting step-up in basis, which is a non-cash adjustment to the equipment cost pursuant to our ABL Credit Agreement. (2) Represents transaction and process improvement costs related to acquisitions of businesses, including post-acquisition integration costs, which are recognized within operating expenses in our Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Income (Loss).
The equipment and inventory acquired received a purchase accounting step-up in basis, which is a non-cash adjustment to the equipment cost pursuant to our ABL Credit Agreement and Indenture.
Gross Profit - The increase in gross profit for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to the year ended December 31, 2022, was primarily volume driven, as well as the Company’s success in cutting costs to improve gross profit.
Gross Profit - The increase in gross profit for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to the year ended December 31, 2023, was due to higher volume of equipment sales.
Equipment Rental Solutions (ERS) Segment Year Ended December 31, (in $000s) 2023 2022 Rental revenue $ 463,139 $ 449,108 Equipment sales 263,028 212,146 Total revenue 726,167 661,254 Cost of revenue: Cost of rental revenue 118,236 106,598 Cost of equipment sales 198,510 158,167 Depreciation of rental equipment 167,199 167,962 Total cost of revenue 483,945 432,727 Gross profit $ 242,222 $ 228,527 Total Revenue - The increase in total revenue for the ERS segment for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to the year ended December 31, 2022, was driven by an increase in rental revenues and equipment sales revenue.
Equipment Rental Solutions (ERS) Segment Year Ended December 31, (in $000s) 2024 2023 Rental revenue $ 430,167 $ 463,139 Equipment sales 167,638 263,028 Total revenue 597,805 726,167 Cost of revenue: Cost of rental revenue 116,790 118,236 Cost of equipment sales 123,229 198,510 Depreciation of rental equipment 179,508 167,199 Total cost of revenue 419,527 483,945 Gross profit $ 178,278 $ 242,222 Total Revenue - The decrease in total revenue for the ERS segment for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to the year ended December 31, 2023, was driven by a decrease in equipment sales due to fewer rental asset sales of used equipment, as well as a decrease in rental revenue as a result of a reduction in fleet utilization of 6.1%.
Net Income - The change in net income for the year ended December 31, 2023, was primarily the result of gross profit expansion, partially offset by higher interest expense on variable-rate debt and variable-rate floor plan liabilities. 28 Table of Contents Operating Metrics We believe that our operating model, together with our highly variable cost structure, enables us to sustain high margins, strong cash flow generation and stable financial performance throughout various economic cycles.
Operating Metrics We believe that our operating model, together with our highly variable cost structure, enables us to sustain high margins, strong cash flow generation and stable financial performance throughout various economic cycles. We are able to generate cash flow through our earnings.
Gross Profit - The increase in gross profit for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to the year ended December 31, 2022, was due to the increase in rental revenues and equipment sales for the period, partially offset by increased cost of revenue driven by factors discussed above. 29 Table of Contents Truck and Equipment Sales (TES) Segment Year Ended December 31, (in $000s) 2023 2022 Equipment sales $ 990,425 $ 770,195 Cost of equipment sales 817,639 647,685 Gross profit $ 172,786 $ 122,510 Equipment Sales - Equipment sales increased for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to the year ended December 31, 2022, due to the continued supply chain improvements related to the segment's inventory suppliers, which allowed for greater order fulfillments and sustained strong customer demand.
Gross Profit - The decrease in gross profit for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to the year ended December 31, 2023, was due to the decrease in rental revenues and rental equipment sales. 29 Table of Contents Truck and Equipment Sales (TES) Segment Year Ended December 31, (in $000s) 2024 2023 Equipment sales $ 1,055,398 $ 990,425 Cost of equipment sales 876,978 817,639 Gross profit $ 178,420 $ 172,786 Equipment Sales - Equipment sales increased for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to the year ended December 31, 2023.
Total Operating Expenses - Operating expenses increased for the year ended December 31, 2023, primarily as a result of an increase in general and administrative expenses due to higher commissions, increased headcount and wages, elevated marketing-related activities, and additional expense associated with various information technology projects.
Total Other Operating Expenses - Other Operating expenses increased for the year ended December 31, 2024, primarily as a result of an increase in transaction expenses and other due to new site openings and launch of new line of businesses.
The Company may perform qualitative and quantitative impairment analyses on October 1 annually to evaluate whether it is more likely than not that the fair value of its reporting units is less than their respective carrying amounts as of the annual assessment date.
Qualitative Impairment Test – The qualitative impairment test assesses company-specific, industry, market and general economic factors to determine whether it is more likely than not that the fair value of the reporting unit is less than its carrying amount.
The increase in cash provided by financing activities is primarily due to an increase in borrowings under revolving credit facilities of $68.0 million, partially offset by an increase in cash paid for the repurchase of common stock of $28.6 million.
The decrease in cash provided by financing activities is primarily due to a decrease in proceeds of $152.1 million, net of repayments, from floor plan financing and long term debt arrangements, and an increase in cash paid for the repurchase of common stock of $9.9 million.
Year Ended December 31, (in $000s) 2023 2022 Equipment sales $ (58,064) $ (41,525) Cost of equipment sales 55,716 37,582 Gross profit (2,348) (3,943) Interest income (16,065) (12,130) Rental invoiced 28,871 21,277 Sales-type lease adjustment $ 10,458 $ 5,204 (4) Represents non-cash share-based compensation expense associated with the issuance of stock options and restricted stock units.
Year Ended December 31, (in $000s) 2024 2023 Equipment sales $ (9,849) $ (58,064) Cost of equipment sales 9,425 55,716 Gross profit (424) (2,348) Interest income (11,285) (16,065) Rental invoiced 16,268 28,871 Sales-type lease adjustment $ 4,559 $ 10,458 (4) During Q4 2024, the Company closed on a sale leaseback transaction with an unrelated third party.
Cost of Revenue - The increase in cost of revenue for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to the year ended December 31, 2022, was commensurate with the increase in volume of parts sales and rental activity, partially offset by the Company’s focus on managing costs to improve gross profit in this segment.
Gross Profit - The decrease in gross profit for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to the year ended December 31, 2023, was primarily driven by the decrease in tools and accessories rentals with an increase in costs of materials driving gross profit down.
We allocate the cost of the acquired enterprise to the assets acquired and liabilities assumed based on their respective fair values at the date of acquisition. Rental equipment generally represents the largest component and was 37% of total assets acquired during the two years ended December 31, 2022, followed by goodwill at 30% and other intangible assets at 20%.
Business Combinations We have made acquisitions of businesses in the past and may continue to make acquisitions in the future. We allocate the cost of the acquired enterprise to the assets acquired and liabilities assumed based on their respective fair values at the date of acquisition.
For the year ended December 31, 2022, the impact of discrete items, including derivative mark-to-market adjustments, transaction and integration expenses, our foreign operations and changes in the valuation allowance, resulted in an overall effective tax rate in the period of 16.7%, $7.8 million of tax expense recognized.
For the year ended December 31, 2024, the changes in the effective tax rates were primarily due to pre-tax book loss and the effects of permanent 28 Table of Contents adjustments in the current period, resulting in an overall effective tax rate in the period of 1.8%, $0.5 million of tax expense being recognized.
Gross Profit - The increase in gross profit for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to the year ended December 31, 2022, is reflective of the positive demand and pricing environment for our products.
Cost of Revenue - The increase in cost of revenue for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to the year ended December 31, 2023, as a result of higher costs of materials.