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ERock (EROC) Q2 FY26 earnings call: guidance and Q&A

Earnings call· Jun 2026 (Q2 FY26)· Industrials· Aug 12, 2026

Source: earnings call transcript

Executive summary

ERock Q2 FY26 — Record Backlog and Strong Data Center Momentum

ERock, a recent IPO, reported record backlog and strong commercial traction in Q2 FY26, particularly within the AI and data center ecosystem, with its pipeline growing over 3x. The company is scaling its assembly capacity and expects to turn adjusted EBITDA positive in H2 FY26, leveraging its capital-light model and significant liquidity.

Highlights

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  • Total backlog increased 10x year-over-year to a record $1.7 billion, including a $400 million quarter-over-quarter increase.

  • Secured a significant 470-megawatt contract with Anthropic, a leading AI research company.

  • Annual assembly capacity at the new Hyperion facility is targeted to reach 1.2 gigawatts by year-end 2026 with only $15 million in additional capital.

  • Pipeline grew over 3x in Q2, driven by investments in the AI ecosystem.

  • Strong liquidity with $627 million in unrestricted cash and no outstanding debt post-IPO.

Concerns

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  • Net loss was $67.7 million, primarily due to a non-recurring $48.8 million loss on debt extinguishment related to the IPO.

  • Adjusted EBITDA was negative $14 million, compared to negative $12.4 million in Q1.

  • Ongoing services revenue decreased 15% sequentially to $13.3 million due to non-recurring campaign work in Q1.

Guidance & targets

CategoryTargetConfidence
Full-year 2026 Revenue
$435 million to $465 million
high materiality
High
Full-year 2026 Adjusted EBITDA
$3 million to $9 million
high materiality
High
Backlog Conversion to 2026 Revenue
$360 million to $390 million
medium materiality
High
Backlog Conversion to 2027 Revenue
Much of the remainder
medium materiality
High
Production Capacity
Sold out through 2027 and into 2028
high materiality
High
Hyperion Facility Annual Assembly Capacity
1.2 gigawatts
medium materiality
High

Orderbook & backlog

Total Contracted Power System Sales Backlog $1.7 billion end of Q2 FY26

up 10x YoY, up $400 million QoQ

Majority expected to convert to revenue by end of 2027; $360M-$390M expected in 2026.

Anthropic Contract Capacity 470 megawatts Q2 FY26

new order

Equipment purchase agreement only; installation and service agreements expected to follow.

El Paso Electric Project Capacity 366 megawatts Q2 FY26

Construction commenced; commissioning expected in approximately 15 months.

California DWR Deployment Capacity nearly 150 megawatts Q2 FY26

Operational for more than 2 years; deployment less than 1 year from contract signing to first commercial operation.

Production Capacity Sold Out Through 2027 and into 2028 Q2 FY26

Indicates strong demand and limited immediate availability for new orders.

Product announcements

ProductTypeDetails
Hyperion Facilityexpansion
RockBlock Generatormilestone
Granite Software Platformupdate

Deals & partnerships

Anthropic Equipment purchase agreement for generation capacity for a new data center. 470 megawatts

Anthropic selected ERock to ensure power supply certainty for their quickly growing compute needs. Installation and service agreements are typically negotiated and signed separately and are expected to follow.

El Paso Electric, Meta 366-megawatt project supporting Meta's data center campus in El Paso. 366 megawatts

El Paso Electric purchased ERock's systems to close a 5-year grid interconnection gap for Meta's data center. Commissioning is expected in 15 months, about 4 years faster than waiting on the grid.

California Department of Water Resources Nearly 150-megawatt deployment for grid support. nearly 150 megawatts

Marked ERock's first project in California. Deployment was less than 1 year from contract signing to first commercial operation. Systems have been operating for more than 2 years, supporting the California grid during periods of high demand.

Capital programs

Hyperion Facility Expansion underway $15 million
Period spend: $7 million
Spent to date: $7 million
Start: Q2 FY26

Benefit:1.2 gigawatts annual assembly capacity

Transitioned generator assembly into the new facility. $7 million of YTD CapEx was towards this facility, with less than $10 million additional CapEx to fully build out. The $15 million is for additional capital to reach the 1.2 GW target.

Risks & headwinds

Supply Chain Constraints for Traditional Generation

Gas turbine lead times over 4 years; interconnection queues over 7 years.

Mitigation:ERock's vertically integrated platform and capital-light model offer a faster solution; focus on aligning supply chain partners with long-range forecasts.

Regulatory Delays (Texas Batch Zero Process)

Slight delay in the Batch Zero process expected.

Mitigation:ERock's ultra-low emissions, no water use, and grid-supporting gensets are aligned with regulatory concerns; customers are also aligned with Governor Abbott's comments.

Lag in Realization of Higher Gross Margins 2028 and beyond

Impact of higher gross margins from current negotiations will be seen in 2028 and beyond.

Mitigation:Company is sold out through 2027 and into 2028, indicating strong long-term demand and pricing power.

Variability in Ongoing Services Revenue Q2 FY26

Ongoing services revenue decreased 15% sequentially to $13.3 million.

Mitigation:Due to non-recurring campaign work in Q1; company forecasts a baseline of activity but acknowledges some quarters will have revenue increases due to corrective maintenance or campaigns.

What to watch in Q3 FY26

Adjusted EBITDA

H2 FY26
Current -$14M (Q2 FY26)
Target Positive

Why it matters

Key indicator of profitability as the company scales deliveries and ramps Hyperion facility.

As implied by guidance, which I'll speak to in a few moments, we are expecting to turn EBITDA positive in the second half of 2026 as we ramp up deliveries against our meaningfully larger backlog and realize increased production from our new Hyperion facility.

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Q&A highlights

Can you provide more color on the backlog and pipeline, specifically distinguishing firm orders from those waiting to firm up, and discuss the evolution of quoting activity and customer interest, especially given pushback to data centers?

Management confirmed strong demand, 3x pipeline growth from Q1 to Q2, and significant momentum with new logo development in the data center ecosystem. They noted Anthropic is a new generator-only deal, but they are also seeing additions to existing EPC/O&M contracts. They highlighted strong momentum in utility and C&I segments, with utilities recommending ERock to hyperscalers. The contracted backlog is firm, and other opportunities continue to grow alongside it.

“our pipeline is up 3x, and that's from 1Q to 2Q, and we see that continuing to grow.”

asked by Angel Castillo Malpica · answered by John Carrington

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Detailed narrative

Market Opportunity & Differentiated Solution

ERock highlighted the robust market driven by AI demand, aging grid, and extended lead times for traditional generation (gas turbines over 4 years, interconnection over 7 years). Their vertically integrated solution, including proprietary RockBlock generators and Granite software, offers fast-start, low-emission, modular power systems that outperform competitors in transient response and can take full electrical load in 10 seconds.

El Paso Electric & Meta Partnership

The company detailed its partnership with El Paso Electric and Meta for a 366-megawatt data center, where ERock's solution will commission in 15 months, 4 years faster than grid interconnection. This project demonstrates the multi-use case of their assets, serving as bridge power and then transitioning to a grid-supporting asset, offering lower costs for ratepayers.

Commercial Momentum & Pipeline Growth

ERock reported a 3x growth in its commercial pipeline in Q2, driven by increased resources focused on the AI ecosystem. The Anthropic contract for 470 megawatts is a key win, reinforcing demand for rapid, reliable on-site power solutions for large-scale data centers. The company is also seeing strong momentum in utility and C&I segments.

Operational Scaling & Capital-Light Model

The transition to the new Hyperion facility in Houston is expected to increase annual assembly capacity to 1.2 gigawatts by year-end 2026 with only $15 million in additional capital. The company emphasizes its capital-light assembly model, allowing quick capacity scaling (12 months for a new facility) and favorable working capital dynamics through upfront and milestone payments.

Utility Partnerships & Regulatory Landscape

ERock is seeing increased interest from utilities, particularly in the last 6 months, driven by load growth and speed-to-power concerns. The company's low-emission, water-free, and grid-supporting assets are well-positioned for evolving regulatory environments, including discussions around partial load approvals in Texas, where ERock believes it's a good fit.

Technology & Services Focus

The company continues to invest in its proprietary Granite software for predictive diagnostics and remote monitoring, and in R&D for its RockBlock generator to enhance efficiency and robustness. Their services renewal rate is 100%, demonstrating customer value and contributing to recurring revenue, with long-term contracts typically ranging from 5 to 15 years.

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