Legacy Oil + Gas announces year-end results and files annual information form
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CALGARY, March 22 /CNW/ - Legacy Oil + Gas Inc. ("Legacy" or the "Company") (TSX:LEG) is pleased to announce it has filed on SEDAR its audited financial statements and related Management's Discussion and Analysis ("MD&A") for the year ended December 31, 2009 as well as its annual information form ("AIF") for the year ended December 31, 2009. Selected financial and operational information is outlined below and should be read in conjunction with Legacy's audited financial statements, the related MD&A and the AIF which are available for review at www.legacyoilandgas.com or www.sedar.com.
FINANCIAL + OPERATIONAL HIGHLIGHTS ----------------------------------
The three month results below reflect approximately two months production from Legacy's two most recent corporate and asset acquisitions:
------------------------------------------------------------------------- Three Months Ended Year Ended December 31 December 31 ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2009 2008 % change 2009 2008 % change ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Financial ($000's, except per share amounts) ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Petroleum and natural gas sales 31,498 2,413 1,205 47,457 11,284 321 Funds generated by operations(1) 17,368 1,087 1,498 23,013 5,860 293 Per share basic 0.29 0.22 32 0.94 1.23 (24) Per share diluted 0.27 0.22 23 0.91 1.21 (25) Net income (loss) (5,381) (449) (1,098) (10,053) 898 (1,219) Per share basic (0.09) (0.09) - (0.41) 0.19 (316) Per share diluted (0.09) (0.09) - (0.41) 0.18 (328) Capital expenditures 30,613 9,126 235 37,218 20,414 82 Corporate and asset acquisitions (cash consideration) 109,279 - n/a 211,831 - n/a Net debt and working capital surplus (deficit) (54,045) (7,182) 653 (54,045) (7,182) 653 ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Operating ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Production Crude oil (Bbls per day) 4,583 520 781 1,833 364 404 Natural gas (Mcf per day) 855 5 n/a 286 14 1,943 Natural gas liquids (Bbls per day) 3 - n/a 1 - n/a Barrels of oil equivalent (Boe per day)(2) 4,728 521 807 1,881 366 414 Average realized price Crude oil ($ per Bbl) 74.13 49.86 49 70.50 84.24 (16) Natural gas ($ per Mcf) 2.84 7.57 (62) 2.61 8.32 (69) Natural gas liquids ($ per Bbl) 68.85 - n/a 67.94 - n/a Barrels of oil equivalent ($ per Boe)(2) 72.41 50.30 44 69.11 84.14 (18) Netback per Boe ($) Petroleum and natural gas sales 72.41 50.30 44 69.11 84.14 (18) Royalties 11.96 4.03 197 10.27 7.47 37 Operating expenses(3) 12.71 13.90 (9) 14.14 18.95 (25) Transportation expenses(3) 2.13 - n/a 1.51 - n/a ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Operating Netback 45.61 32.37 41 43.19 57.72 (25) ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Undeveloped land holdings (gross acres) 347,383 19,331 1,697 347,383 19,331 1,697 (net acres) 259,787 12,324 2,008 259,787 12,324 2,008 ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Common Shares (000's) ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Shares outstanding, end of period Common & Class A common shares 74,156 4,032 1,739 74,156 4,032 1,739 Class B common shares - 923 n/a - 923 n/a Weighted average shares 60,487 4,944 1,123 24,454 4,770 413 ------------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------------------------------------------------- (1) Management uses funds generated by operations to analyze operating performance and leverage. Funds generated by operations as presented do not have any standardized meaning prescribed by Canadian GAAP and therefore it may not be comparable with the calculation of similar measures for other entities (2) Boe conversion ratio for natural gas of 1 Boe: 6 Mcf has been used, which is based on an energy equivalency conversion method primarily applicable at the burner tip and does not necessarily represent a value equivalency at the wellhead (3) Transportation expenses in the 2008 fiscal year were reported as part of operating expenses ACCOMPLISHMENTS --------------- - Recapitalized Glamis Resources Ltd., including change of management and board of directors - Changed name to Legacy Oil + Gas Inc., simplified equity capital structure, consolidated shares on a 6:1 basis, and graduated from TSX Venture Exchange to TSX - Closed one asset acquisition and one private company acquisition in the fourth quarter of 2009. The acquisitions provide conventional high netback light oil assets and a dominant position in an emerging high-impact Bakken light oil resource play, adding appreciably to the Company's already significant Bakken play exposure. In 2009, closed a total of two asset and three private company acquisitions; acquiring high quality, high netback, light oil assets focused in the Company's southeast Saskatchewan core area - Closed a $110 million equity financing in the fourth quarter of 2009. In 2009, closed three equity financings totalling $215 million - Drilled 30 (23.5 net) oil wells with a 97 (96 net) percent success rate in 2009. Drilled 23 gross (18.0 net) oil wells in the fourth quarter of 2009, for a 100 percent success rate - Increased average production from 366 Boe per day in 2008 to 1,881 Boe per day in 2009 (414 percent increase); increased average production from 521 Boe per day in the fourth quarter of 2008 to 4,728 Boe per day in the fourth quarter of 2009 (807 percent increase); exceeded 5,750 Boe per day 2009 exit production rate - Increased funds flow from operations from $5.9 million in 2008 to $23.0 million in (293 percent increase) in 2009; increased funds flow from operations from $1.1 million in the fourth quarter of 2008 to $17.4 million (1,498 percent increase) in the fourth quarter of 2009 - Increased operating netbacks from $32.37 per Boe in the fourth quarter of 2008 to $45.61 per Boe in the fourth quarter of 2009 (41 percent increase) - Reduced operating and transportation costs from $18.95 per Boe in 2008 to $15.65 per Boe in 2009 (17 percent decrease) and to $14.84 per Boe in the fourth quarter of 2009 - Reduced general and administrative ("G&A") costs from $13.41 per Boe in 2008 to $7.23/Boe in 2009 (46 percent decrease) while incurring significant one-time costs associated with the recapitalization of the Company. These one-time costs accounted for approximately $1.0 million ($1.52 per Boe) of the G&A expense in the year; further decreased G&A costs to $4.36 per Boe in the fourth quarter of 2009 (56 percent decrease over fourth quarter of 2008) - Increased proved plus probable reserves from 1.6 MMBoe at December 31, 2008 to 16.1 MMBoe at December 31, 2009, a 906 percent increase - Generated solid 2009 total proved plus probable finding and development ("F&D") costs of $22.81 per Boe (including future development costs ("FDC")) and $18.46 per Boe (excluding FDC), representing a 2.0 and 2.5 times recycle ratio respectively on fourth quarter 2009 operating netbacks - Increased undeveloped land holdings from 12,324 net acres at the end of 2008 to 259,787 net acres at the end of the 2009 (2,008 percent increase). Shot five 3D seismic surveys, acquiring 134 square miles of data - Entered new syndicated banking facility, and subsequently increased available line of credit to $110 million. Year end net debt was $54.0 million, representing approximately 0.5 times estimated forward cash flow (using strip pricing) Operations Overview -------------------
The Company drilled 30 gross (23.5 net) wells in 2009, up from 13 gross (12.5 net) wells in 2008, resulting in 29 gross (22.5 net) oil wells, for a 97 (96 net) percent success rate. In the fourth quarter of 2009, the Company drilled 23 gross (18.0 net) wells resulting in 23 gross (18.0 net) oil wells, for a 100 percent success rate. Activity in the fourth quarter included the drilling of 12 gross (9.9 net) Bakken horizontal wells in the Company's Stoughton/Heward, Star Valley and Taylorton areas. This successful operational momentum has continued into the first quarter 2010, with Legacy having drilled 18 gross (14.2 net) wells to-date. Legacy's field activity has been reduced as spring break-up has progressed through our operating areas. Legacy also shot five 3D seismic surveys in the fourth quarter of 2009, acquiring 134 square miles of data.
A number of wells were worked-over and repaired in the second half of the year to improve future production run times. The majority of the wells in the Heward area were electrified, which is expected to result in more consistent production and lower operating costs.
RESERVES --------
In accordance with National Instrument 51-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Oil and Gas Activities (NI 51-101), Sproule Associates Ltd. ("Sproule") evaluated, as at December 31, 2009, 100 percent of Legacy's oil, natural gas liquids and natural gas reserves. The AIF contains Legacy's reserves data and other oil and gas information for the period ended December 31, 2009 as mandated by NI 51-101. A copy of the AIF can be obtained under Legacy's profile at www.sedar.com or at www.legacyoilandgas.com. The summary information provided below should be read in conjunction with the detailed information in the AIF.
As of December 31, 2009, Legacy's gross proved plus probable reserves base was 16.1 million Boe. Proved plus probable reserves additions before divestitures were 16.1 million Boe. These additions represent 2,300 percent of the 0.7 million Boe produced during 2009. Light and medium oil accounted for 95 percent of the proved plus probable reserves base.
Legacy's gross total proved reserves base was 9.7 million Boe. Total proved reserves represent 60 percent of the total proved plus probable reserves. Proved producing reserves represent 66 percent of the total proved reserves base. Total proved reserves additions before divestitures were 10.0 million Boe. These additions represent 1,430 percent of the 0.7 million Boe produced during 2009. Light and medium oil accounted for 95 percent of the total proved reserves base.
The following table is a summary, as at December 31, 2009, of Legacy's petroleum and natural gas reserves as evaluated by Sproule. It is important to note that these estimates are subject to positive and negative revisions as additional reservoir and production information becomes available. The reserves attributed to Legacy are based on judgments regarding future events; therefore actual results will vary and the variations may be material. Reserves information may not add due to rounding.
------------------------------------------------------------------------- Gross Reserves Summary - Company Interest Using Sproule December 31, 2009 Forecast Prices and Costs As at December 31, 2009 Light and Natural Total Oil Medium Oil Gas NGL's Equivalent (MBbl) (MMcf) (MBbl) (MBoe) ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Proved Producing 6,007.6 1,720.5 92.1 6,386.4 Proved Developed Non-Producing 125.7 17.8 - 128.7 Proved Undeveloped 2,985.4 1,187.8 39.9 3,223.3 Total Proved 9,118.8 2,926.1 131.9 9,738.4 Total Proved plus Probable 15,246.4 4,146.5 201.4 16,138.9 ------------------------------------------------------------------------- CAPITAL EXPENDITURES AND FINDING, DEVELOPMENT AND ACQUISITION ("FD&A") COSTS ----------------------------------------------------------------------
Legacy incurred capital expenditures of $599.4 million in 2009, of which $562.2 million was spent on strategic corporate and property acquisitions in the Company's core operating areas.
The Company's total proved plus probable FD&A costs for 2009 were $45.92 per Boe (including FDC) and $38.36 per Boe (excluding FDC). These costs reflect the costs of assembling the current opportunity portfolio, with the acquisitions containing a significant component of undeveloped land with no attributable reserves.
The 2009 total proved plus probable F&D costs were $22.81 per Boe (including FDC) and $18.46 per Boe (excluding FDC), representing an impressive 2.0 and 2.5 times recycle ratio respectively on fourth quarter 2009 operating netback. The F&D costs are robust considering approximately 35 percent of total 2009 capital expenditures were directed at facility upgrades and exploration spending (seismic and drilling) undertaken in the fourth quarter of 2009 to satisfy inherited flow-through spending commitments. In addition, the timing of capital spending was such that the full operational impact was not incorporated into reserve additions. As the Company continues its operational activity and momentum, finding and development costs should improve further, driven by the Company's more than 250 unbooked development drilling locations.
------------------------------------------------------------------------- Total Proved 2009 Capital Expenditures plus Probable(2) Capital costs ($ thousands) Exploration & development drilling & associated costs 30,022 Land & seismic 7,196 Net acquisitions 562,200 Change in FDC(1) 118,121 ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Total 717,539 2009 Reserve Additions(3) (MBoe) Exploration & development 2,016.4 Net acquisitions 13,610.4 2009 Finding & Development Costs ($ per Boe) Finding & development costs including FDC(4) 22.81 Finding & development costs excluding FDC(4) 18.46 Finding, development & acquisition costs including FDC(4) 45.92 Finding, development & acquisition costs excluding FDC(4) 38.36 ------------------------------------------------------------------------- (1) The aggregate of the exploration and development costs incurred in the most recent financial period and the change during that period in estimated future development costs generally will not reflect total finding and development costs related to reserve additions for that period (2) Based on gross reserves meaning the total company interest (operated and non-operated) share before deduction of royalties payable to others (3) Boe conversion ratio for natural gas of 1 Boe: 6 Mcf has been used, which is based on an energy equivalency conversion method primarily applicable at the burner tip and does not necessarily represent a value equivalency at the wellhead (4) Excludes revisions OUTLOOK -------
Although Legacy posted impressive production and financial results for 2009 when compared to historical Glamis results, the management team views the past year as a transitional year, largely positioning the Company for future growth. Since the recapitalization, quarterly results have reflected partial impact of the acquisitions and our operational activity did not achieve meaningful levels until late in the year. Consequently, the majority of our 100 percent drilling success had minimal impact on 2009 production and reserves.
Our capital investments in these past five months, however, have been made strategically. Legacy has an inventory of more than 380 gross light oil development drilling locations of which 67 percent are unbooked in our December 31, 2009 independent reserve evaluation. We believe the visibility of reserves, production and cash flow growth from Legacy's asset base will be demonstrated in 2010 and beyond.
As previously disclosed, Legacy expects to invest $117 million in capital expenditures in 2010, largely weighted to the drilling, completion and tie-in of 76 gross (58.7 net) wells. The Company's high quality, light oil development inventory will drive strong per share production growth over the next three to five years. Concurrent with the execution of the development program, Legacy continues to evaluate and bring forward incremental opportunities that could add significant value for shareholders; including work-overs, infill drilling, step-out drilling, secondary recovery projects, greenfield initiatives and acquisitions.
Legacy shareholders will continue to benefit from the Company's significant light oil resource play exposure. Resource plays, particularly light oil, have been highly sought after in our industry for their ability to provide a multi-year, low risk growth platform due to the repeatable nature of the production results, predictability of costs and resulting economics. Legacy has established itself as a leader in light oil resource play development and intends to lever this expertise into the discovery, commercialization, capture and ultimate development of additional light oil resource play opportunities within and outside of its current operational area. These efforts are intended to bolster Legacy's already impressive development growth opportunities while solidifying the long-term sustainability of our business plan.
Legacy embarks on 2010 positioned with high quality light oil assets, an excellent balance sheet, significant opportunity inventory and dedicated people for continued aggressive and disciplined growth.
ANNUAL GENERAL & SPECIAL MEETING --------------------------------
Legacy's Annual General and Special Meeting, is scheduled for 2:00 pm on Tuesday, May 25, 2010 in the Strand/Tivoli Room at the Metropolitan Conference Centre, 333 - 4th Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta.
To view Legacy's audited financial statements the related MD&A and the AIF for the years ended December 31, 2009 and December 31, 2008 please visit our web site at www.legacyoilandgas.com or www.sedar.com. To the extent investors do not have access to the internet, copies of the audited financials the related MD&A and the AIF can be obtained on request without charge by contacting Legacy at 403.441.2300 or at 3900, 205-5th Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2P 2V7.
FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS: This press release contains forward-looking statements. More particularly, this press release contains statements concerning planned capital expenditures and exploration and development activity. The forward-looking statements are based on certain key expectations and assumptions made by the Company, including expectations and assumptions concerning the availability of capital, the success of future drilling and development activities, the performance of existing wells, the performance of new wells and prevailing commodity prices. Although the Company believes that the expectations and assumptions on which the forward-looking statements are based are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on the forward-looking statements because the Company can give no assurance that they will prove to be correct. Since forward-looking statements address future events and conditions, by their very nature they involve inherent risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially from those currently anticipated due to a number of factors and risks. These include, but are not limited to, risks associated with the oil and gas industry in general (e.g., operational risks in development, exploration and production; delays or changes in plans with respect to exploration or development projects or capital expenditures; the uncertainty of reserve estimates; the uncertainty of estimates and projections relating to production, costs and expenses, and health, safety and environmental risks), commodity price and exchange rate fluctuations and uncertainties resulting from potential delays or changes in plans with respect to exploration or development projects or capital expenditures. Certain of these risks are set out in more detail in the Company's Annual Information Form which has been filed on SEDAR and can be accessed at www.sedar.com. The forward-looking statements contained in this press release are made as of the date hereof and the Company undertakes no obligation to update publicly or revise any forward-looking statements or information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, unless so required by applicable securities laws.
Meaning of Boe: When used in this press release, Boe means a barrel of oil equivalent on the basis of 1 Boe to 6 thousand cubic feet of natural gas. Boe per day means a barrel of oil equivalent per day. Boe's may be misleading, particularly if used in isolation. A Boe conversion ratio of 1 Boe for 6 thousand cubic feet of natural gas is based on an energy equivalency conversion method primarily applicable at the burner tip and does not represent a value equivalency at the wellhead.
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For further information: Trent J. Yanko, P.Eng., President + CEO, Legacy Oil + Gas Inc., 3900, Bow Valley Square II, 205 - 5th Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2P 2V7, Telephone: (403) 441-2300, Fax: (403) 441-2017; Matt Janisch, P.Eng., Vice-President, Finance + CFO, Legacy Oil + Gas Inc., 3900, Bow Valley Square II, 205 - 5th Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2P 2V7, Telephone: (403) 441-2300, Fax: (403) 441-2017
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