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- Controlled Company (new) — Baker Hughes and Akastor each hold 36.2% of voting power and can control stockholder votes when aligned, limiting public investor influence.
- Material Weakness (new) — The company disclosed material weaknesses in internal controls for 2022-2023 and a new one in 2025, both since remediated.
- Customer Concentration (new) — Top five customers accounted for 37.7% of revenue in H1 2026, and one customer was 20.8% of 2025 revenue.
- Dual-class / Super-voting Structure (new) — Prospectus discloses a dual-class or super-voting capital structure that concentrates voting power; public holders may have limited control over director elections and other matters requiring a stockholder vote.
HMH Holding files for IPO of 31.9M shares, all sold by insiders; company gets no proceeds
Filed September 28, 2026 · ~1 min read
Key Changes
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The offering consists solely of 31,891,652 Class A shares sold by existing stockholders; HMH receives no proceeds.
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GAAP net loss was $59.7M, driven by lower revenue and IPO-related stock compensation.
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Top five customers accounted for 37.7% of revenue in H1 2026; one customer was 20.8% of 2025 revenue.
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Baker Hughes and Akastor each hold 36.2% of voting power and can control votes when aligned.
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The company disclosed material weaknesses in internal controls for 2022-2023 and a new one in 2025, both since remediated.
Summary
HMH Holding Inc. is going public through a secondary offering of 31.9 million Class A shares, all sold by existing stockholders. The company will not receive any proceeds from the sale. This means the IPO is a liquidity event for insiders rather than a capital raise for the business. The offering is being conducted under an S-1 filing, so the price range is preliminary and not yet set.
The company reported a GAAP net loss of $59.7 million, driven by a 14.9% decline in revenue and a $22 million pre-IPO stock-based compensation charge. The bottom line is negative, and investors should focus on that figure rather than any adjusted metrics.
The company also faces significant customer concentration, with the top five customers accounting for 37.7% of revenue in the first half of 2026, and one customer representing 20.8% of 2025 revenue. Several red flags stand out. Baker Hughes and Akastor each hold 36.2% of voting power, giving them control when aligned. The company has a history of material weaknesses in internal controls, though it states these have been remediated. The offering is entirely secondary, so the company receives no cash to fund operations or growth. Investors should carefully review the full prospectus, including the dilution table and audited financials, before making a decision.
Section-by-Section Diff
The Offering · The Offering
Selling stockholders offer 31,891,652 Class A shares; Class A and Class B each have one vote per share.
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31,891,652 shares (assuming the Principal Stockholders exchange all of their B.V. Non-Voting Class A Shares, B.V. Non-Voting Class B Shares and shares of our Class B common stock for shares of our Class A common stock pursuant to the Exchange Agreement).
The offering consists solely of Class A common stock sold by the Selling Stockholders, not by the company. The 31,891,652 share count assumes the Principal Stockholders exchange their non-voting and Class B shares for Class A shares under the Exchange Agreement. No primary shares are offered, so the company receives no proceeds from this offering.
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Each share of our Class A common stock entitles its holder to one vote on all matters on which stockholders are entitled to vote generally. Each share of our Class B common stock entitles its holder to one vote on all matters on which stockholders are entitled to vote generally.
Both Class A and Class B common stock have one vote per share, and they vote together as a single class. This is a single-class voting structure with no super-voting rights, so no dual-class control flag applies here.
Use of Proceeds · Use of Proceeds
The company will not receive any proceeds from the sale of Class A common stock by the Selling Stockholders; all proceeds go to the Selling Stockholders.
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We will not receive any of the proceeds from the sale of our Class A common stock by the Selling Stockholders.
The offering is entirely secondary; the company receives no cash from the sale of shares by the Selling Stockholders. This is a key fact for investors evaluating the offering's benefit to the company.
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The Selling Stockholders will receive all of the proceeds from any sales of the shares of our Class A common stock offered hereby.
All proceeds from the offering go to the Selling Stockholders, not the company. This clarifies that the offering is a secondary sale, which may dilute existing shareholders without providing capital to the business.
Risk Factors · Risk Factors
HMH faces risks from oil/gas cyclicality, customer concentration, supply chain, international operations, and macroeconomic factors.
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Our top five customers accounted for approximately 37.7%, 45.2% and 42.0% of our total consolidated revenues for the six months ended June 30, 2026 and the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively.
HMH relies heavily on a small number of customers, with the top five generating over a third of revenue in recent periods. Losing any of these customers could significantly hurt the business.
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During the year ended December 31, 2025, one customer accounted for 20.8% of our revenues for such year, and during the year ended December 31, 2024, one customer accounted for 18.2% of our revenues for such year.
A single customer represented about one-fifth of revenue in 2025, showing significant dependence on individual clients. This concentration increases risk if that customer reduces orders or goes elsewhere.
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In the fourth quarter of 2023, we commenced the implementation of an internal controls system that is intended to comply with the rules and requirements of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. In connection with the preparation of HMH B.V.’s financial statements for the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2023, due in part to inadequate time to fully monitor and test such internal controls system implemented in the fourth quarter of 2023, we identified certain deficiencies in the design and operation of internal control over financial reporting that constituted material weaknesses.
The company discloses that it identified material weaknesses in internal control over financial reporting for fiscal years 2022 and 2023. It states these were remediated in 2024, but then a new material weakness was identified in 2025 and remediated as of December 31, 2025. This history of control deficiencies is a significant risk factor for investors.
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As of June 30, 2026, our total indebtedness was $197.8 million, including $196.4 million aggregate principal amount of the Senior Secured Bonds (as defined herein), and our outstanding borrowing capacity under the Revolver (as defined herein) was $75.0 million.
The company discloses its total debt and borrowing capacity as of June 30, 2026. This is a specific financial figure relevant to assessing leverage and liquidity.
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The Tax Receivable Agreement generally provides for the payment by us to the Principal Stockholders of 85% of the net cash savings, if any, in U.S. federal, state, local and foreign income tax and franchise tax that we actually realize (or are deemed to realize in certain circumstances) in periods after the IPO as a result of certain increases in tax basis, the utilization of certain NOL carryovers (in the event we acquire Mercury HoldCo Inc. shares) and certain benefits attributable to imputed interest.
The company must pay 85% of certain tax savings to the Principal Stockholders under the Tax Receivable Agreement. This is a significant ongoing obligation that reduces cash available to the company.
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Baker Hughes beneficially owns approximately 36.2% of the total voting power of our capital stock, and Akastor beneficially owns approximately 36.2% of the total voting power of our capital stock.
Each Principal Stockholder holds about 36.2% of voting power, and together they can control stockholder votes when aligned. This concentration of ownership may limit the influence of public stockholders.
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The shares of Class A common stock (including the number of shares of Class A common stock that the Principal Stockholders may receive in exchange for an equal number of B.V. Non-Voting Class A Shares, B.V. Non-Voting Class B Shares and shares of our Class B common stock) covered by registration rights represent approximately 72% of our total Class A common stock outstanding.
Approximately 72% of total Class A common stock outstanding is covered by registration rights held by Principal Stockholders. Once registered, these shares become freely tradable, potentially causing significant downward pressure on the stock price.
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During 2024, 2025
and the six months ended June 30, 2026, 63.9%, 63.3% and 59.0%, respectively, of our revenue was derived from sales outside the United States.
A majority of HMH's revenue comes from outside the U.S., exposing the company to currency fluctuations, geopolitical risks, and varying regulatory environments.
MD&A · Management's Discussion and Analysis
HMH's revenue fell 14.9% and it swung to a net loss of $1.1M in H1 2026, driven by lower product and service revenue and higher IPO-related stock compensation.
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Net income (loss) | $ (1,144 ) | $ 15,646
The company reported a net loss of $1.1 million for the six months ended June 30, 2026, compared to net income of $15.6 million in the prior-year period. This swing to a loss is the bottom-line result and is driven by lower revenue and higher IPO-related stock compensation expense.
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Total revenue decreased by $59.7 million, or 14.9%, for the six months ended June 30, 2026, compared to the prior-year period.
Total revenue fell 14.9% year-over-year, primarily due to lower product and service revenues, partially offset by higher spare parts revenue. The decline reflects a lower backlog and delays in equipment deliveries and installation work in the Middle East.
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Selling, general and administrative expenses increased by $29.8 million, or 45.4%, for the six months ended June 30, 2026, compared to the prior-year period. This increase was primarily driven by pre-IPO stock-based compensation expense and employer portion of taxes on the associated award vestings of $22 million.
SG&A expenses jumped 45.4% due to a one-time $22 million pre-IPO stock-based compensation charge. Excluding this item, SG&A still rose 11.9% from investments in commercial and back-office organizations and public company costs.
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Product revenue decreased by $60.3 million, or 53.1%, for the six months ended June 30, 2026, compared to the prior-year period, reflecting a lower backlog to start the period and partially due to a delay in equipment deliveries and installation and commissioning work in the Middle East.
Product revenue fell by more than half, driven by a lower starting backlog and delays in Middle East equipment deliveries and installation. This is a significant driver of the overall revenue decline.
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Net income (loss)
$ (1,144 )
For the six months ended June 30, 2026, HMH reported a net loss of $1.144 million, compared to net income of $15.646 million in the prior-year period. This swing to a loss is a key bottom-line figure for investors.
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In connection with the closing of the IPO in April 2026, the Company repaid the Shareholder Loans in full from the net proceeds received from the IPO.
The company used IPO proceeds to repay $143.7 million of related-party loans from Baker Hughes and Akastor. This reduces interest expense but also means IPO cash went to insiders rather than the business.
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During 2026, the Company continues to go through organizational changes and as a result of these changes, we anticipate discontinuing segment reporting based on ESS and PCS and the Chief Operating Decision Maker (“CODM”), who is our Chief Executive Officer, will begin assessing performance and making resource allocation decisions based on the breakdown between (i) sales of projects and products, (ii) aftermarket services and (iii) sales of spare parts.
The company plans to change its segment reporting from ESS and PCS to a breakdown by product/service type. This change will recast prior period comparatives and may affect how investors analyze the business going forward.
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On December 23, 2025, the outstanding $200.0 million aggregate principal amount of our senior secured bonds due 2026 was refinanced using the proceeds of the Senior Secured Bonds at a price equal to 103.292% of nominal value (plus accrued and unpaid interest to the date of redemption).
HMH refinanced its 9.875% senior secured bonds due 2026 with new 7.875% Senior Secured Bonds due 2028, paying a 3.292% redemption premium. This lowers interest costs but incurred a loss on debt extinguishment.
Business · Business
HMH provides drilling equipment, aftermarket services, and spare parts for oil & gas and mining, with 75% of installed base offshore.
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During the six months ended June 30, 2026, we derived $53.4 million in revenue, or 15.6% of our revenue, from sales of projects and products, $161.1 million in revenue, or 47.1% of our revenue, from aftermarket services and $127.7 million in revenue, or 37.3% of our revenue, from sales of spare parts.
The company breaks down revenue into three segments: projects/products, aftermarket services, and spare parts. For the first half of 2026, aftermarket services is the largest segment at 47.1%, followed by spare parts at 37.3%, and projects/products at 15.6%. This shows a shift toward recurring service and parts revenue compared to the prior year.
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Our top five customers accounted for approximately 37.7%,45.2% and 42.0% of our total consolidated revenues for the six months ended June 30, 2026 and the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively.
The top five customers represent a significant portion of revenue, ranging from 37.7% to 45.2% over the periods shown. This concentration means the loss of any major customer could materially impact financial results.
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After giving effect to the IPO, the
Corporate Reorganization and related transactions, Baker Hughes and Akastor each owned 15,945,826 shares of our Class B common stock, collectively owning all of the shares of our Class B common stock, representing approximately 72% of the total voting power of our capital stock, and each owned 15,945,826 B.V. Non-Voting Class A Shares and 15,945,826 B.V. Non-Voting Class B Shares, collectively owning all of the B.V. Non-Voting Shares, representing approximately a 72% equity interest in HMH B.V. and 0% voting power of the equity in HMH B.V.
Baker Hughes and Akastor together hold all Class B common stock, which carries approximately 72% of total voting power. This concentrated control means public investors will have limited influence over corporate decisions.
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Our backlog as of June 30, 2026 was $414 million, of which $139 million was attributable to projects and products and $275 million was attributable to services.
The company discloses its backlog as of June 30, 2026, providing visibility into future revenue. The backlog is subject to cancellation and may not be realized.
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During the six months ended June 30, 2026, we had $205 million in inbound orders and derived 47.1% of our revenue from services, 37.3% of our revenue from
sales of spare parts and 15.6% of our revenue from sales of projects and products.
The company provides a breakdown of revenue by category for the first half of 2026, showing a heavy reliance on services and spare parts. This mix affects profitability and cyclicality.
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As part of the formation of HMH B.V., we entered into worldwide,
fully paid, nontransferable and non-sublicensable license agreements with a subsidiary of Baker Hughes giving us a limited right to use the terms Vetco™ and VetcoGray™ as trademarks on certain products traditionally sold under those trademarks and certain other intellectual property rights relating to the business line Baker Hughes contributed to HMH B.V. at the time of HMH B.V.’s formation.
The company discloses that it relies on license agreements with Baker Hughes for the use of certain trademarks, which are nontransferable and non-sublicensable. This creates a dependency on a third party for brand identity and could pose risks if the agreements are terminated or not renewed.
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For the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2025 and the six months ended June 30, 2026, our capital expenditures, including development costs, represented only 2.4%, 2.4% and 2.6%, respectively, of revenue.
Capital expenditures are a small fraction of revenue, indicating an asset-light business model. This suggests the company can grow without heavy investment, potentially supporting higher free cash flow.
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Approximately 75% of our installed base of equipment serves the offshore drilling market, which is more highly regulated, more demanding and more technologically sophisticated than is typically encountered in the onshore market.
The majority of the company's installed equipment is in the offshore market, which is subject to stricter regulations and higher technical requirements. This creates a moat but also exposes the company to offshore drilling cycles.
Experts · Experts
KPMG AS was dismissed and KPMG US appointed as auditor effective May 27, 2025; prior audits had no adverse opinions but there were previous material weaknesses.
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Effective as of May 27, 2025, the sole director of HMH Inc. and the board of directors of HMH B.V. each approved the dismissal of KPMG AS, as the independent registered public accounting firm of HMH Inc. and HMH B.V., respectively, for U.S. GAAP purposes. Effective as of May 27, 2025, the sole director of HMH Inc. and the board of directors of HMH B.V. each approved of the appointment of KPMG US as the independent registered public accounting firm of HMH Inc. and HMH B.V., respectively, for U.S. GAAP purposes for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025, including performing review of interim periods commencing from the period ended June 30, 2025.
The company dismissed KPMG AS and appointed KPMG US as its independent auditor effective May 27, 2025. This change is disclosed with no disagreements or reportable events except for previous material weaknesses. Investors should note the auditor change and the prior material weaknesses.
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