Earnings Release • May 14, 2014
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Louvain-La-Neuve, Belgium, 14 May 2014 - IBA (Ion Beam Applications S.A., EURONEXT), the world's leading provider of proton therapy solutions for the treatment of cancer, today announces its consolidated annual results for the first quarter ending 31 March 2014.
Olivier Legrain, Chief Executive Officer of IBA commented: "We are delighted to see the growing momentum across our business and in particular to announce post the period end, a new strategically significant sale of our compact Proteus®ONE offering in the competitive market of Japan, further evidence of our maturing pipeline. This contract underscores IBA's leadership in the proton therapy market and the potential of IBA's smaller and more affordable Proteus®ONE compact solution. In addition, it is pleasing to see our dosimetry business returning to growth thanks to consistent investment in technology, and the expansion of this critical area of improving patient safety."
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IBA reported the following segmental trends and news during the first quarter of 2014:
IBA reiterates its guidance given at the time of the Company's 2013 Full Year Results in March. IBA anticipates growth in Group revenues in 2014 of 5 to 10% in line with medium term guidance. Service revenues are expected to grow from EUR 43 million in 2013 to approximately EUR 61 million in 2014.
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The Company expects to reach the targeted 10% operating margin for the full year 2014, supported by the productivity and efficiency initiatives rolled out across the organization and the growing importance of services to the installed base. IBA expects to report positive net profits during 2014.
Net debt is expected to continue to reduce significantly during 2014 and be close to zero by the end of the year.
SHAREHOLDER'S AGENDA
H1 2014 results 28 August 2014 Q3 2014 trading update 13 November 2014
DIRECTORS' DECLARATIONS
In accordance with the Royal Decree of 14 November 2007, IBA indicates that this Trading Update has been prepared by the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and the Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
IBA (Ion Beam Applications S.A.) is a cancer diagnostics and treatment equipment company, and the worldwide technology leader in the field of proton therapy, the most advanced form of radiotherapy available today.
The Company's primary expertise lies in the development of next generation proton therapy technologies that provide oncology care providers with premium quality services and equipment. IBA's proton therapy solutions are scalable and adaptable, offering universal full scale proton therapy centers as well as next generation compact, single room solutions. IBA also focuses on the development and supply of dosimetry solutions for Quality Assurance of medical equipment and increased patient safety as well as particle accelerators for medical and industrial applications.
Headquartered in Belgium and employing more than 1,000 people worldwide, IBA has installed systems across Europe and the US and is expanding into emerging markets. The Company is focused on building sustainable global growth for investors, providing solutions in the fight against cancer.
IBA is listed on the pan-European stock exchange EURONEXT. (IBA: Reuters IBAB.BR and Bloomberg IBAB.BB) and more information can be found at: www.iba-worldwide.com
* Proteus®ONE is the brand name of a new configuration of the Proteus® 235, including some new developments subject to review by Competent Authorities (FDA, European Notified Bodies, et al.) before marketing.
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IBA Jean-Marc Bothy Chief Financial Officer +32 10 475 890 [email protected]
Thomas Ralet Vice-President Corporate Communication +32 10 475 890 [email protected]
Consilium Strategic Communications Amber Bielecka, Mary-Jane Elliott, Matthew Neal, Jessica Hodgson, Ivar Milligan +44 (0) 20 3709 5700 IBA@consilium-comms.com
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