Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Reports Strong FY2025 Results Amidst Pending Acquisition

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Great Lakes Dredge & Dock reported robust financial results for fiscal year 2025, including record revenue and substantial increases in net income and Adjusted EBITDA, while also formalizing details of its pending acquisition by Saltchuk Resources for $17.00 per share.

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• Strong Financial Performance for FY2025

  The company reported total revenue of $888.3 million, a 16% increase from 2024. Net income rose 28% to $73.5 million, and Adjusted EBITDA increased 26% to $171.3 million, with diluted EPS at $1.08, up from $0.84 in 2024.

• Acquisition by Saltchuk Resources Confirmed

  The 10-K formally details the Agreement and Plan of Merger with Saltchuk Resources, Inc., entered into on February 10, 2026, for $17.00 per share. The transaction is expected to close in Q2 2026, leading to the company's delisting from Nasdaq.

• Growth in Offshore Energy Segment

  Offshore energy revenue significantly increased to $30.2 million in 2025 from zero in 2024, driven by secured contracts for the new 'Acadia' subsea rock installation vessel, which is expected to be operational in H1 2026.

• Debt Reduction and Enhanced Liquidity

  Total indebtedness decreased to $380.0 million at year-end 2025 from $448.2 million in 2024, following the repayment of a $100 million Second Lien Credit Agreement. The revolving credit facility was upsized to $430 million, providing $316.7 million in net availability.

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This 10-K filing provides the full audited financial results for fiscal year 2025, showcasing significant improvements in revenue, profitability, and cash flow. The company achieved record revenue and strong growth across key metrics, which is a positive signal for its operational health. The report also formally details the previously announced acquisition by Saltchuk Resources for $17.00 per share, a transaction that is expected to close in Q2 2026 and will result in the company's delisting. The strong financial performance, particularly the growth in the offshore energy segment and debt reduction, provides a solid foundation as the company transitions towards the acquisition.