November 11, 2008, 6.14 pm (Singapore time)
BK Marine's Q3 net profit up 51%
By ANGELA TAN
Beng Kuang Marine Limited said on Tuesday it achieved a 51 per cent year-on-year rise in net profit to S$1.51 million for the third quarter ended September 30, 2008.
The group's turnover increased by 49.5 per cent to S$31.39 million. This was mainly driven by continual strong demand momentum in marine, offshore oil and gas activities during the quarter.
With the challenging business environment and the uncertain financial market, the group will continue to adopt a cautious approach to capital expenditures. At the same time, it will continue to focus on its debt recovery and cash collection efforts.
In October 2008, the group commenced operation at the new 32.8 hectare yard in Batam. The new yard will increase capacity of its fabrication facilities in Batam by more than 4 times and it will allow BKM to handle more offshore oil and gas module fabrications.
BK Marine said it remains positive on its performance as various shipyards in Singapore and Batam are still busy with their ship building, repairs and rig building activities.