Commercial Vehicle Group Reports Third Quarter 2010 Results

NEW ALBANY, Ohio, Nov. 3, 2010 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: CVGI) today reported revenues of $150.9 million for the third quarter of 2010, compared to revenues of $110.8 million for the third quarter of 2009.  Operating income for the third quarter of 2010 was $5.1 million compared to an operating loss of ($7.8) million for the third quarter of 2009.  Net income was $1.1 million for the quarter, or $0.04 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of ($15.9) million, or ($0.73) per diluted share, in the prior-year quarter. Fully diluted shares outstanding for the quarter were 28.1 million compared to 21.7 million for the prior-year period.  

"We are pleased to see the continued signs of recovery in several of our key end markets and the benefits of our profit improvement initiatives, which are reflected in our positive results," said Mervin Dunn, President and Chief Executive Officer of Commercial Vehicle Group. "This marks our sixth consecutive quarter of operating income improvement when excluding one-time adjustments such as restructuring and impairment charges. We are extremely pleased with these trends and remain heavily focused on continuous improvements as well as global growth initiatives for the future," added Mr. Dunn.

Revenues for the quarter compared to the prior-year period increased by approximately $40.1 million, or 36.2%, due primarily to the increase in the Company's OEM construction, truck and military end markets and operating income for the quarter increased by approximately $12.9 million compared to the prior-year period.  The third quarter results include a gain of approximately $1.0 million related to the mark to market of the Company's foreign exchange contracts.

As of September 30, 2010, the Company reported a positive cash balance of $43.8 million and an additional $20.1 million of borrowing availability as there were no borrowings under its revolving credit facility during the quarter.      

"Our positive financial achievements through the third quarter of 2010 are evidenced by the improvement in our quarterly operating income of approximately $12.9 million on $40.1 million of incremental revenues versus last year," said Chad M. Utrup, Chief Financial Officer of Commercial Vehicle Group. "We believe the continued improvement in our operating performance combined with our positive cash and liquidity position puts us in a strong position as we move forward," added Mr. Utrup.

The Company currently expects North American class 8 production units to be approximately 155 thousand for the full year 2010 and in the range of 220 to 230 thousand units for 2011. The Company is not providing revenue or earnings estimates; however, it does not expect to be required to comply with any financial covenant requirements for the full year 2010 at this time.  

A conference call to review third quarter results is scheduled for Thursday, November 4, 2010, at 10:00 a.m. ET. To participate, dial (888) 680-0894 using access code 92336207. You can pre-register for the conference call and receive your pin number at:  

https://www.theconferencingservice.com/prereg/key.process?key=PURBJJAH8

This call is being webcast by Thomson/CCBN and can be accessed at Commercial Vehicle Group's Web site at www.cvgrp.com.

A replay of the conference call will be available for a period of two weeks following the call.  To access the replay, dial (888) 286-8010 using access code 77243634.

About Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc.

Commercial Vehicle Group is a leading supplier of fully integrated system solutions for the global commercial vehicle market, including the heavy-duty truck market, the construction and agriculture markets and the specialty and military transportation markets. The Company's products include static and suspension seat systems, electronic wire harness assemblies, controls and switches, structures and components, interior trim systems (including instrument panels, door panels, headliners, cabinetry and floor systems), mirrors and wiper systems specifically designed for applications in commercial vehicles.  The Company headquartered in New Albany, OH has operations throughout North America, Europe and Asia.  Information about the Company and its products is available on the internet at www.cvgrp.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

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SOURCE Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc.