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Grupo TMM Reports First-Quarter 2015 Financial Results (in Millions of Mexican Pesos)

MEXICO CITY, MEXICO--(Marketwired - Apr 30, 2015) - Grupo TMM, S.A.B. ( OTC PINK : GTMAY ) (BMV: TMM A)

2015 First-Quarter Results Include:

  • Income of $713.7 million
  • Free cash flow increase to $83.4 million
  • Shipyard revenues improve 74.9 percent over Q1 2014
  • Maritime fleet utilization of 92.0 percent

Grupo TMM, S.A.B. ( OTC PINK : GTMAY ) (BMV: TMM A) ("TMM" or the "Company") , a Mexican maritime transportation and logistics Company, reported today its financial results for the first quarter of 2015.

MANAGEMENT OVERVIEW José F. Serrano, chairman and chief executive officer of Grupo TMM, said, "TMM remains focused on maintaining its leadership in our industry by taking advantage of opportunities brought about by changes in the market. In particular, Mexican Energy Reform has provided important opportunities for a number of domestic and foreign companies to participate in the oil exploration and production industry in Mexico. We are extremely well positioned to partner with these companies, as well as Pemex, to provide offshore shipping services to the Mexican oil industry."

Serrano concluded, "We continue our efforts to strengthen the Company's balance sheet, reduce debt and improve profitability through capitalization and cost optimization of all our businesses."

FIRST-QUARTER 2015 OPERATING AND FINANCIAL RESULTS Compared to the same period last year, consolidated revenues in the 2015 first quarter increased $26.7 million, mainly due to higher revenues at the Maritime segment.

First-quarter 2015 consolidated operating profit was $99.9 million, a decrease of 19.2 percent, compared to $123.6 million in the same period last year, primarily due to higher costs in the Maritime segment as a result of the change to low-sulfur fuels to comply with new regulations, as well as higher depreciation costs due to the new accounting policy for valuation of vessels.

In the 2015 first quarter, other income net was $16.1 million, mainly attributable to the proceeds from the sale of assets, compared to 2014 first-quarter other income net of $23.9 million.

First-quarter 2015 consolidated EBITDA was $257.2 million compared to $271.6 million for the same period last year.

Compared to the same period last year, Maritime revenues grew $28.4 million to $628.3 million in the 2015 first quarter due mainly to higher revenues in the offshore segment of $40.9 million as a result of one additional vessel in operation, and in shipyard of $11.2 million, or 74.9 percent, partially impacted by a decrease in revenues in harbor tugs due to a lower calls in the LNG terminal and in product tankers attributable to lower utilization.

Comparing the 2015 first quarter with the same period of 2014, Maritime operating profit decreased 9.5 percent from $141.2 million to $127.8 million, mainly attributable to lower revenues in harbor tugs in the LNG terminal, as well as the change to low-sulfur fuel, which carries a higher price. Maritime operating profit was also negatively impacted by increased costs in chemical tankers due to adverse weather conditions.

First-quarter 2015 Maritime EBITDA decreased 1.5 percent to $279.5 million compared to $283.9 million in the same period of 2014. First-quarter EBITDA margin was 44.5 percent in the 2015 period compared to 47.3 percent in the 2014 same period.

Ports and Terminals revenues decreased 10.0 percent in the 2015 first quarter compared to the same period of 2014 to $66.8 million, primarily attributable to lower revenues in the automotive segment, as well as at the Tuxpan and Tampico operations, partially offset by higher revenues in agencies and the intermodal terminal.

Ports and Terminals operating profit increased 10.9 percent to $11.8 million in the 2015 first quarter compared to the same period of 2014 mainly attributable to higher revenues in agencies and in the intermodal terminal, as well as lower operating costs in the Tuxpan, Tampico and automotive segment operations.

Ports and Terminals EBITDA for the 2015 first quarter increased 10.7 percent to $15.6 million compared to $14.1 million in same period of 2014. First-quarter EBITDA margin was 23.3 percent in the 2015 period compared to 19.0 percent in the 2014 same period.

DEBT As of March 31, 2015, TMM's total net debt was $10,272.9 million. The Company paid approximately $234.3 million interest of its Trust Certificates debt. Of TMM's total debt, $759.3 million or 7.0 percent, is short term.

 
Total Debt*
- Millions of Mexican Pesos -
    As of 12/31/14   As of 03/31/15
Mexican Trust Certificates (1)   $ 9,900.9   $ 9,836.3
Other Corporate Debt     1,087.3     1,064.4
Total Debt   $ 10,988.2   $ 10,900.7
Cash     743.0     627.8
Net Debt   $ 10,245.2   $ 10,272.9
             

*Book Value

(1) 20-year term, non-recourse to the Company and rated "AA" with Stable Outlook by HR Ratings de México.

Headquartered in Mexico City, Grupo TMM is a Latin American maritime transportation company. Through its branch offices and network of subsidiary companies, Grupo TMM provides a dynamic combination of maritime services port management and logistics. Visit Grupo TMM's web site at www.grupotmm.com . The site offers Spanish/English language options.

Included in this press release are certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Such forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made and are based on the beliefs of the Company's management as well as on assumptions made. Actual results could differ materially from those included in such forward-looking statements. Readers are cautioned that all forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainty. The following factors could cause actual results to differ materially from such forward-looking statements: global, US and Mexican economic and social conditions; the effect of the North American Free Trade Agreement on the level of US-Mexico trade; the condition of the world shipping market; the success of the Company's investment in new businesses; risks associated with the Company's reorganization and restructuring; the ability of the Company to reduce corporate overhead costs; the ability of management to manage growth and successfully compete in new businesses; and the ability of the Company to restructure or refinance its indebtedness. These risk factors and additional information are included in the Company's reports on Form 6-K and 20-F on file with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission.

   
Grupo TMM, S.A.B. and Subsidiaries  
*Balance Sheet (Under Discontinuing Operations)  
- Millions of Pesos -  
             
    March 31,     December 31,  
    2015     2014  
             
Current assets:            
Cash and cash equivalents   627.8     743.0  
Accounts receivable            
  Accounts receivable - Net   791.6     782.0  
  Other accounts receivable   1,059.2     947.1  
  Prepaid expenses and others current assets   176.3     149.0  
  Non-current assets held for sale   173.7     184.9  
Total current assets   2,828.4     2,806.1  
Property, machinery and equipment   9,357.2     9,459.4  
Cumulative Depreciation   (454.9 )   (461.0 )
Property, machinery and equipment - Net   8,902.3     8,998.4  
Other assets   298.4     309.5  
Deferred taxes   810.3     810.3  
Total assets   12,839.5     12,924.3  
             
Current liabilities:            
  Bank loans and current maturities of long-term liabilities   759.3     918.6  
  Suppliers   425.4     371.6  
  Other accounts payable and accrued expenses   693.9     631.0  
Liabilities directly associated with non-current assets held for sale   89.6     94.2  
Total current liabilities   1,968.1     2,015.3  
Long-term liabilities:            
  Bank loans   361.7     344.4  
  Trust certificates debt   9,779.8     9,725.1  
  Other long-term liabilities   204.7     201.9  
             
Total long-term liabilities   10,346.2     10,271.4  
Total liabilities   12,314.3     12,286.8  
             
Total stockholders´ equity   525.1     637.5  
             
Total liabilities and stockholders´ equity   12,839.5     12,924.3  
             

*Prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board.

   
   
Grupo TMM, S.A.B. and Subsidiaries  
*Statement of Income (Under Discontinuing Operations)  
- Millions of Pesos -  
             
    Three months ended  
    March 31,  
    2015     2014  
             
    Ports and Terminals   66.8     74.3  
    Maritime   628.3     599.9  
    Corporate and others   18.5     12.7  
Revenue from freight and services   713.7     686.9  
             
    Ports and Terminals   (51.2 )   (60.2 )
    Maritime   (348.8 )   (316.0 )
    Corporate and others   (18.2 )   (13.0 )
Cost of freight and services   (418.2 )   (389.3 )
             
    Ports and Terminals   (3.8 )   (3.5 )
    Maritime   (151.7 )   (142.6 )
    Corporate and others   (1.9 )   (1.9 )
Depreciation and amortization   (157.3 )   (148.0 )
             
    Corporate expenses   (54.4 )   (50.0 )
    Ports and Terminals   11.8     10.6  
    Maritime   127.8     141.2  
    Corporate and others   (1.5 )   (2.2 )
    Other (expenses) income - Net   16.1     23.9  
Operating Income   99.9     123.6  
Financial (expenses) income - Net   (193.4 )   (216.4 )
Exchange gain (loss) - Net   3.1     (3.1 )
Net financial cost   (190.3 )   (219.5 )
Loss before taxes   (90.4 )   (96.0 )
Provision for taxes   (0.5 )   (2.2 )
             
Net loss before discontinuing operations   (90.9 )   (98.2 )
Loss from discontinuing operations   (21.5 )   (16.6 )
Net loss for the period   (112.4 )   (114.8 )
             
Attributable to:            
  Minority interest   0.1     (1.5 )
Equity holders of GTMM, S.A.B.   (112.5 )   (113.2 )
             
Weighted average outstanding shares (millions)   102.183     102.183  
Income (loss) earnings per share (dollars / share)   (1.1 )   (1.1 )
             
Outstanding shares at end of period (millions)   102.183     102.183  
Income (loss) earnings per share (dollars / share)   (1.1 )   (1.1 )
             

*Prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board.

   
   
Grupo TMM, S.A.B. and subsidiaries  
*Statement of Cash Flows (Under Discontinuing Operations)  
- Millions of Pesos -  
               
    Three months ended  
    December 31,  
    2015     2014  
             
Cash flow from operation activities:            
Net loss before discontinuing operations   (90.9 )   (98.2 )
Charges (credits) to income not affecting resources:            
  Depreciation & amortization   176.6     167.8  
  Other non-cash items   200.4     206.2  
Total non-cash items   377.0     374.0  
  Changes in assets & liabilities   (68.1 )   (12.4 )
Total adjustments   308.9     361.6  
Net cash provided by operating activities   218.1     263.4  
             
Cash flow from investing activities:            
  Proceeds from sales of assets   11.1     55.7  
  Payments for purchases of assets   (50.1 )   (16.9 )
Net cash (used in) provided by investment activities   (39.0 )   38.8  
             
Cash flow provided by financing activities:            
  Short-term borrowings (net)   (60.4 )   8.5  
  Repayment of long-term debt   (267.6 )   (428.7 )
  Proceeds from issuance of long-term debt   30.0        
Net cash used in financing activities   (298.0 )   (420.2 )
Exchange losses on cash   3.6     (0.1 )
  Net decrease in cash   (115.3 )   (118.1 )
  Cash at beginning of period   743.0     895.0  
  Cash at end of period   627.8     776.9  
             

*Prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board.

TMM COMPANY CONTACT: Jacinto Marina Deputy CEO 011-525-55-629-8718 Email Contact Carlos Aguilar CFO 011-525-55-629-8729 Email Contact Mauricio Monterrubio Investor Relations 011-525-55-629-8712 Email Contact AT DRESNER CORPORATE SERVICES: Kristine Walczak (investors, analysts, media) 312-726-3600 Email Contact

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