bigbobjoylove
- 13 Sep 2004 10:59
ming boggling returns on investment potential here.
Invisage
- 04 Nov 2004 21:04
- 15 of 24
Im very confident with PPR, i have been for a very long time now.
After hours PPR released some buoyant contract wins.
Pentagon Protection Plc...announces three significant contract wins amounting to a total sales value of #610,000
The largest contract, a #360,000 project, is to provide 40 of Barclays' London branches with Pentagon's glass containment film, combined with a specialist "anchoring" system, all designed to prevent injury from broken or flying glass.
The contract for Barclays is expected to be completed within the next two months and the HSBC project will continue for several more months. Both will impact upon Pentagon Protection's interim results for the six months ended 31 March 2004.
"The level of interest we are receiving from financial institutions for our products is increasing all the time. This has much to do with a number of significant and complex projects that we are known to have completed successfully over the last few years, both in the UK and overseas."
My opinion is buy early morning and you wont be disappointed, i have to stress PLEASE DO NOT INTEND to trade PPR, it very much is a investors stock and i STRONGLY believe short/med/long term you will not be disappointed.
Regards
Vis
lex1000
- 07 Nov 2004 15:24
- 16 of 24
To the top.100% agree.Mind boggling.
JohnEWunda
- 07 Nov 2004 15:48
- 17 of 24
I don't know about others on here but when I hear ramper expressions such as 'mind-boggling', 'explosive' (even when used by non-rampers!) I immediately turn negative on a stock. Just my two cents worth.
daves dazzlers
- 07 Nov 2004 16:30
- 18 of 24
bigbob,,i have seen the dancing plastic robot and at 80 ,,,there`s scope for a nice mark up,,goodluck..
lex1000
- 07 Nov 2004 17:37
- 20 of 24
JohnEWunda - 07 Nov'04 - 15:48 - 16 of 19
I don't know about others on here but when I hear ramper expressions such as 'mind-boggling', 'explosive' (even when used by non-rampers!) I immediately turn negative on a stock. Just my two cents worth.
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Sound as though you are easily turned off and negative.ASC has been ramped like mad for good reasons.Simply mind boggling,explosive even up from 3p to 80p!
PPR listed on AIM @ 3p in April 2003. The company produce safety glass for cars and bought Filmtek latter part of 2003 which produces safety glass for other industries/buildings.Holding PPR from 4.5p a 70%+ profit to date therefore have more than a few cents worth to rub together.Recent contract announcements Thursday evening confirm further contract wins in the UK on top of those projects already completed.You add it up,projects completed and new wins since last results.Comes to ms.Aim is to have 20m turnover in five years. Company have clear strategy of international expansion.Huge growth potential.Airports,Train Stations,Banks in fact anything with glass.You name it and Pentagon can protect it.Sadly a world of terrorism,extremists,violence in one form or another.People and lives need protecting.Products are high quality and recognised endorsement in respect of vehicular glass.Worth researching and placing on your monitors is my two cents worth.Glib comments like yours do not impress me.Research is perhaps another word that turns you -ve as you clearly have not researched this company in my humble opinion.Very enthusiastic about the company and prospects.Advfn down or would copy and paste another poster where favourable comparisons made between Pentagon and Coca-Cola.Early stage and small cap.I'm bullish and have every reason to be.DYOR!
lex
bigbobjoylove
- 08 Nov 2004 08:37
- 21 of 24
mind boggling when u see value of work on a few buildings of barclays and hsbc,if they roll this out worldwide thats when MIND BOGGLING profits become the reality.
lex1000
- 08 Nov 2004 08:53
- 22 of 24
bigbobjoylove,agree significantly mind boggling.
JohnEWunda - 07 Nov'04 - 19:39 - 25 of 28
We shall see Lex! With a pre-tax profit of 253 pounds in June's interims, I guess the only way is up!
lex1000 - 07 Nov'04 - 23:19 - 26 of 28 edit
John,You have read the interims.That's a start.
RNS Number:1378A
Pentagon Protection PLC
25 June 2004
Pentagon Protection Plc
Interim Results 2004
Much Improved Results; Confident Outlook
Pentagon Protection Plc ("Pentagon" or "The Company"), the provider of
protective glazing products to the automotive commercial and residential
sectors, announces its Interim Results for the six months ended 31 March 2004.
David Thomas, Chairman, in his statement, reports:
"The period under review has been one of notable progress for Pentagon
Protection. The integration of Filmtek Ltd., Pentagon Protection's first
acquisition made in December 2003, following the April 2003 flotation on AIM, is
progressing well. Our turnover has grown significantly and we have made a
robust recovery on profit with a stronger and fitter Company.
"These results are broadly in line with management's expectations and strategy.
As indicated in my annual report for year ended 30 September 2003, we acquired
Filmtek in order to underpin the Company's leadership in the delivery of
improved security and safety for glass of any kind, and this is being reflected
in our figures and more broadly based business mix."
Financial Highlights
* Turnover: #1.46m (2003: #531, 930)
- Continuing operations #755, 757
- Acquisitions #709, 062
* Operating profit: #10,215 (2003: loss #60, 909)
- Continuing operations loss #68, 508 (2003: loss #60, 909)
- Acquisitions #78,723
* Pre-tax profit: #253 (2003: loss #76, 669)
* Basic, diluted earnings per share: 0.00p (2003: loss 0.14p)
* Net assets: #2.83m (2003: deficit #138, 054)
* Cash #274,696 (2003: #6,786)
* No dividend, in line with stated policy in prospectus.
Corporate Highlights
* Integration of first acquisition Filmtek Ltd progressing well.
* Strengthens protective glass products business across broader client base.
* Adds substantial flat glass expertise.
* Projects domestically and overseas, especially in the Middle East.
* Pentagon Glass Tech subsidiary actively engaged in with DfT, growing
relationships with Fire Brigade, Metropolitan Police, Ambulance Service,
MOD.
* Progress with automotive sector OEM's: business won from Honda, Citroen,
Wrightbus.
* Project due to commence with Volkswagen.
* Now recommended supplier for all London-area Mercedes dealers, first for
the Company
* New product development with Pilkington.
Outlook
Regarding the outlook David Thomas said: " Pentagon Protection is well placed to
take advantage of market opportunities at home and overseas for both its Filmtek
and Pentagon Glass Tech subsidiaries. We look forward to continued progress
across all areas of the business"
Contact:
David Thomas, Chariman Pentagon Protection PLC 020 8749 9749
Peter Binns Binns & Co PR 020 7786 9600
PENTAGON PROTECTION PLC
CHAIRMAN'S STATEMENT
Introduction and Financial Review
I am pleased to report that the period under review has been one of notable
progress for Pentagon Protection. The integration of Filmtek Ltd., Pentagon
Protection's first acquisition made in December 2003, following the April 2003
flotation on AIM, is progressing well. Our turnover has grown significantly and
we have made a robust recovery on profit with a stronger and fitter Company.
The Group's financial results from continuing operations for the six months to
31 March 2004 show turnover of #755,757, compared with #531,930 for the same
period last year.
Including the effects of the Filmtek acquisition, half-year turnover increased
to #1,464,819 against #1,165,914 for the whole of the year ended 30 September
2003. On profit, the Group significantly improved on last year's pre-tax losses
of #270,000 by breaking even for the period.
These results are broadly in line with management's expectations and strategy.
As indicated in my annual report for the year ended 30 September 2003, we
acquired Filmtek in order to underpin the Company's leadership in the delivery
of improved security and safety for glass of any kind, and this is reflected in
our figures and more broadly based business mix.
BUSINESS REVIEW
Filmtek Ltd.
Filmtek has, as anticipated, strengthened the Group's objective of becoming a
leading supplier of protective glass products across a broader client base and
adds substantial flat glass expertise to the Company.
Filmtek is in the process of undertaking several major projects both
domestically and internationally, especially in the Middle East. The Company's
clients include a number of global banks, international business houses and
government departments.
Pentagon Glass Tech
Pentagon Glass Tech Ltd., the original core of business of the Group which went
public on AIM, has been managing the market downturn in window tinting resulting
from recent legislation adjustments which have slowed demand for normal vehicle
tints to the driver and forward passenger windows. Significantly, your Company
has taken the opportunity to promote its proprietary SupaGlass higher protection
laminate across a number of existing and newly developed client opportunities.
We are actively engaged with the Department for Transport to promote our
product's safety and security aspects and, in addition, your Directors have
been strengthening relationships and business with the Fire Brigade, the
Metropolitan Police, the Ambulance Service and the Ministry of Defence.
Pentagon's progress with Original Equipment Manufacturers in the automotive
sector is also encouraging. We have secured business from Honda, Citroen, and
Wrightbus, and are due to commence projects with Volkswagen. Pentagon has become
the recommended supplier for all London-area Mercedes dealers, a first for a
company in our sector.
Pentagon Pro-Marker
As you know, your Company has been working on the development of a product that
provides a technically improved glass-etched security mark for use by glass and
glazing industries in the face of new legislation. This new legislation (FENSA),
driven by the UK's Glass & Glazing Federation, dictates that all new building
glass must be marked or etched with the confirmation of its compliance with
building regulations.
Pentagon has commenced production of the first batch of etching units. In the
meantime, we have conducted very successful tests with these units in one of the
world's largest glazing manufacturers, Pilkington. We look forward to being
able to report progress on this exciting project in the future.
Outlook
It is evident that the steps taken by your Board to strengthen both critical
mass and senior management these last few months have resulted in a
significantly improved stronger business.
In our two lead companies, Pentagon Glass Tech and Filmtek, we have clear
demonstration of product appeal both for SupaGlass and for our other protection
technologies. The need for protection across glass of all types continues to
grow, driven by urban criminal violence and terrorism. We are investing too in
the expansion of our presence to the two potentially high growth territories of
the Middle East and Far East.
We have also seen an improvement in the confidence of our client companies to
increase levels of business with us, resulting from further improvements and
performance accreditation of our technologies and from our client service
levels.
Pentagon Protection is well placed to take advantage of market opportunities at
home and overseas for both its Filmtek and Pentagon Glass Tech subsidiaries.
We look forward to continued progress across all areas of the business.
David Thomas
Chairman
25 June 2004
PENTAGON PROTECTION PLC
CONSOLIDATED PROFIT AND LOSS ACCOUNT
For the six months ended 31 March 2004
lex1000 - 08 Nov'04 - 00:00 - 27 of 28 edit
John,Heard of Coca-Cola? Pentagon Protection had not even acquired Filmtek at time article below was written.
From the July 2003 issue of City Equities:
It is not often that we can talk of similarities between a multi-billion pound dollar corporation and a recent aim entrant, but Coca-Cola and Pentagon Protection are two companies that have something in common. So what is it, you are probably wondering?
In Coca-Colas case, it is a secret drinks formula, while for Pentagon, although at a much earlier stage and operating in a completely different industry, it is Supaglass, an application solution, which is used to strengthen glass for car side windows.
It is from Supaglass that Pentagon hopes to build a profitable and expansive business.
The plan is to develop the domestic and international franchise network and increase existing relationships in the car industry, which have already been forged with Land Rover and Citroen. Pentagons products have been fitted to vehicles for the Cabinet and Home Office, various police forces and foreign embassies, along with a number of high profile individuals and celebrities, such as Tony Blair.
Outside of the automotive sector, Pentagons two way and solar protective glass have been used in the television industry, most notably in the TV shoe Big Brother.
Looking ahead, demand could be driven by legislative changes, as the Health and Safety Executive is considering extending the definition of the workplace to include vehicles for work.
Also the law on corporate killing, relating to workplace fatal accidents, is due to change, which is expected to increase the responsibility of firms for accidents that harm their employees. It is interesting to note that if the pre-tax profit for the two years ending 30 September 2004 is between 0.625 and 0.75m, the directors will be issued with up to 12.5m shares. This earn out gives the management an additional incentive to grow the business, in order to attain the target.
Pentagon exhibits many characteristics that are crucial in developing a successful business, such as a scalable business model, high barriers to entry, low capital costs, an incentivised management team and a high margin product. With these in place, we are hopeful that Pentagons plan can be fulfilled.
ENDS
lex1000 - 08 Nov'04 - 00:05 - 28 of 28 edit
John,Seeing is believing.
Update for you.Do the sums and you should make it 3.4m!More where that came from imho.
Pentagon had "recently" completed a contract for 1.6million on Eurostar/Waterloo station.
The same RNS makes (additional) reference to the completion of a contract worth 450,000 for Changi Airport, Singapore.
It also confirms that Pentagon has "won further international orders in the last two months, totalling #750,000".
Yesterday's RNS (04/11/04) announced "three significant contract wins amounting to a total sales value of 610,000 "
So: 1.6 million + 450,000 + 750,000 + 610,000 = 3,410,000
Can learn a thing or two on these websites.
Keep reading,researching and watching John.Already up and chart itching to break out news assisted naturally.I see growth.I see profits.I see share price rising year on year.imho,dyor. ;o)
Regards
lex
lex1000
- 08 Nov 2004 16:39
- 23 of 24
Closed up 0.25p 8p/8.25p.Breakout hold a few days above 8.5p.Too soon to tell,more likely than not.Watch this space.imho.
lex1000
- 08 Nov 2004 23:50
- 24 of 24
John here's more reading material about some of the benefits of Pentatgon Protection.
cparsley - 8 Nov'04 - 19:17 - 1912 of 1916
Also it is worth pointing out that Pentagon can not release details of some contracts for security reasons
This was mentioned on floation, I seem to remember
cparsley - 8 Nov'04 - 19:29 - 1913 of 1916
Filmtek Called Upon To Provide Total Glazing Safety At Singapore's Changi Airport
Window filming specialists Filmtek, were awarded the contract to provide Singapore?s Changi Airport with total glass and glazing safety and protection. Utilising their tried and tested high-grade glass containment film and bolted anchoring system, Filmtek have been able to provide Changi Airport with a cost-effective retrofit solution to the possibility of
spontaneous breakage within toughened glass. With over 10,000 sq m of internal and external glazing being treated across both Terminals 2 and 3 the Filmtek clear glass-containment window film and bolted anchoring has enabled Changi Airport to maintain its use of glass for natural lighting, external views and maintainability, all part of the guiding design principles adopted by the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore, whilst also ensuring the best of glazing safety.
The bolted anchoring system, as part of the Filmtek anchoring solutions range of glass containment and anchoring, was not only successfully tested prior to the commencement of works at Changi Airport, but also has been tested as part of the UK?s Home Office Explosion Range Trials and has proven to provide the best of protection even within a high-velocity bomb blast attack situation.
cparsley - 8 Nov'04 - 19:30 - 1914 of 1916
All-Year-Round Energy
Efficiency and Financial
Savings With Filmtek Solar
Reflective Window Film
For all year round energy-efficiency and a significant reduction in energy expenditure, the simple and effective installation of Filmtek solar-reflective window film to your existing glazing will provide you with year round savings and benefits including the possibility to write off the capital cost of this investment against taxable profits as part of the Capital Allowances Scheme relating to
energy-efficiency investments. With energy being quoted as the third largest expenditure within companies, it is essential and indeed a responsibility to ensure that we become as energy-efficient as is possible. The application of Filmtek solar-reflective window film will reduce both heating and cooling system expenditure, repelling the suns UV rays, reducing heat and glare by 80% and with heat loss reduced by 30% in the winter months for all year round energy savings and efficiency.
As window filming specialists, Filmtek can provide you with an estimate of potential energy savings and therefore an anticipated return on your investment.
cparsley - 8 Nov'04 - 19:31 - 1915 of 1916
For Overhead Glazing Safety And Protection, Westgate Shopping Centre Called Upon The Expertise Of Filmtek
Window filming specialists, Filmtek have solved an overhead glazing safety problem at the Westgate Shopping Centre in Stevenage with the cost-effective retrofit application of glass containment window film and the flexible Gullwing anchoring profile.
As part of the Filmtek Anchoring Solutions range for enhanced safety and security protection within a glazed environment, the application of window film and Gullwing anchoring was recommended as a necessary safety measure where areas of overhead glazing were being broken due to vandalism and thereby creating an unforeseen glazing safety problem within the centre.
Applied internally, the clear glass containment window film has provided the safety and protection necessary and all without affecting light transmission and in order to ensure disruption to business was kept to a minimum, Filmtek carried out all works outside of normal trading hours.