Enerflex's Kurdistan Project Update: Navigating the Storm

Enerflex Ltd., a company known for its steady performance and enduring business models, has recently provided an update on its modularized cryogenic natural gas processing facility in Kurdistan, the EH Cryo project. This update, while not surprising, offers valuable insights into the company's resilience and commitment to its contractual obligations.

As previously announced, Enerflex suspended activity at the EH Cryo project during the second quarter of 2024, following a fatal drone attack at an adjacent facility. The company demobilized its personnel and invoked Force Majeure, a provision that excuses non-performance due to events beyond the parties' control. However, due to the continuing Force Majeure and circumstances that made it impossible for Enerflex to fulfill its obligations, the company provided its customer with formal notice of termination.

The termination of the EH Cryo project is expected to have minimal impact on Enerflex's long-term gross margin. The project was only expected to contribute a small amount to future Engineered Systems ("ES") revenue, with the ES backlog to be reduced by approximately $75 million during the fourth quarter of 2024. This termination does not change the Company's strategy or operations, which are diversified across multiple projects and geographies.



Enerflex's decision to view any drawing of the $31 million letter of credit as improper is unlikely to materially impact its financial position or liquidity. As of Q3/24, the Company had $588 million available for future drawings, reflecting the funded letter of credit. This represents a mere 5.25% of Enerflex's total liquidity. Thus, even with the Company's stance, it maintains a robust financial position. However, this doesn't negate the potential legal and reputational risks associated with the customer's termination and the subsequent arbitration proceedings.

Enerflex's response to the customer's termination attempt is crucial for its legal standing and risk exposure. By disputing the purported termination and viewing it as wrongful, Enerflex is asserting its contractual rights, which could help it maintain a stronger position in any future legal proceedings. However, this approach also exposes Enerflex to potential legal costs and risks associated with arbitration or court battles. The company's decision to protect its position and dispute the termination indicates a willingness to engage in a legal fight, which could have both positive and negative implications for its financial and reputational risks.



Enerflex's termination of the EH Cryo project is expected to have minimal impact on its long-term gross margin. The project was only expected to contribute a small amount to future Engineered Systems ("ES") revenue, with the ES backlog to be reduced by approximately $75 million during the fourth quarter of 2024. This termination does not change the Company's strategy or operations, which are diversified across multiple projects and geographies.