Highlights
- Financial Performance: Revenue of £15.2 million for the first half of FY25; Adjusted EBITDA loss narrowed to £17.1 million.
- Cash Position: Strong net cash of £203 million at the end of H1, leading to an improved year-end forecast of £170 million to £180 million.
- FY25 Outlook: Revenue guidance remains steady at £18 million to £22 million, while expected losses have been revised down to reflect tighter cost control.
ITM Power PLC (LSE:ITM), a leading clean energy and hydrogen solutions provider, has issued a trading update ahead of its interim results set for release on 30 January 2025. The company outlined its performance for the first half of FY25, showing progress in key areas such as revenue generation, cost management, and project delivery.
Financial Performance
For the six months ending 31 October 2024, ITM Power reported:
- Revenue of £15.2 million, reflecting steady progress in its commercial activities.
- Adjusted EBITDA loss of £17.1 million, showcasing a continued focus on operational efficiency.
- A robust net cash position of £203 million, providing a strong foundation for ongoing investments and project commitments.
Market and Business Update
ITM Power’s market outlook remains consistent, with regulatory and demand conditions unchanged. The company emphasized the following areas of progress:
- Sales Pipeline Growth: Increasing interest, particularly in the NEPTUNE V platform, reflects a growing demand for ITM’s innovative hydrogen solutions.
- Project Execution: ITM continues to meet project delivery obligations while keeping costs tightly controlled.
- Product Performance: In-field data is meeting both customer and company expectations, underscoring the reliability of ITM’s technology.
FY25 Guidance
ITM Power has updated its full-year guidance to reflect its strong financial position and improved operational performance:
- Revenue: Maintained at a range of £18 million to £22 million.
- Adjusted EBITDA Loss: Narrowed to between £32 million and £36 million, an improvement from the previous estimate of £35 million to £40 million.
- Net Cash: Expected to close FY25 between £170 million and £180 million, up from prior guidance of £160 million to £175 million