World Color Press Reports Revenue and Earnings Decline in Second Quarter
“The Company’s exit from creditor protection was an important milestone and would not have been possible without the tireless efforts of our employees and the support of our customers. During this time we strengthened our financial structure and made important strides in reducing our cost structure and introducing new customer solutions across our platform,” said Jacques Mallette, President and CEO, World Color. “We have also continued to develop new integrated print solutions to ensure our customers get the best return on their investment. Going forward, we will be able to fully concentrate on strengthening our business to benefit all our stakeholders”. In the second quarter 2009, World Color generated consolidated revenues from continuing operations of $702.5 million compared to $975.5 million in the second quarter of 2008. Operating income in the second quarter of 2009 before impairment of assets, restructuring and other charges (Adjusted EBIT) was $5.5 million compared to $27.8 million in the second quarter of 2008. Adjusted earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization (Adjusted EBITDA) was $58.0 million in the second quarter of 2009 compared to $92.7 million in the second quarter of 2008. The lower Adjusted EBITDA in the second quarter resulted primarily from lower volumes, mostly due to the North American recession and to a lesser extent negative price pressures.