GERMANTOWN, Md., Aug. 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Optelecom-NKF, Inc. (Nasdaq: OPTC), manufacturer of market leading Siqura(®) advanced video surveillance solutions, today reported its results for the second quarter of 2010.

Second Quarter 2010 Financial Results

Revenue for the second quarter totaled $7.7 million U.S. dollars, compared to $10.0 million for the same quarter one year earlier. Revenue increased sequentially from $7.2 million, reported in the first quarter of this year.

Optelecom-NKF reported a net loss of $698 thousand, or $(0.19) per share, for the quarter ending on June 30, 2010, compared to the net loss of $127 thousand, or $(0.03) per share, one year earlier. Second quarter results improved sequentially from this year's first quarter loss of $1.6 million, or $(0.45) per share.

During the quarter, Optelecom-NKF completed the sale of its Electro Optics coil manufacturing business. Optelecom-NKF received $1,150 thousand at the close of the transaction, with a balance of $250 thousand held in escrow, subject to the completion of a specified technology transfer. The impact of the Electro Optics sale is included in this quarter's financial results. The related gain was offset by $868 thousand in restructuring charges recorded during the quarter.

Restructuring Initiatives

During the quarter Optelecom-NKF completed several major restructuring initiatives intended to strengthen Optelecom-NKF's financial and operational framework, including the following:

    --  Replaced the geographical sales model and realigned the U.S. Sales
        Department to focus on three distinct markets, Transportation,
        Government, and Critical Infrastructure, in an effort to improve
        customer orientation.
    --  Consolidated the U.S. manufacturing operations into Optelecom-NKF's
        existing Dutch manufacturing facility and a U.S. based contract
        manufacturer.
    --  Streamlined Optelecom-NKF's international headquarters in the U.S. to
        leverage existing international operations and perform critical
        functions domestically.

These actions are expected to generate annualized savings of approximately $2.0 million in 2011, with partial savings expected during the balance of this year.

"We have taken the steps required to put Optelecom-NKF back on track toward regaining profitability. Our new structure lowers fixed costs, which should enable Optelecom-NKF to generate earnings at reduced revenue levels," said Dave Patterson, Optelecom-NKF's President and CEO. "We are now concentrating our efforts to drive improved U.S. sales performance. We have recruited strong leadership and realigned our U.S. sales teams in a way that addresses the unique needs of the key industry sectors we serve. I'm pleased that we were able to improve revenues sequentially even as we significantly reduced our workforce. As experts in Video over IP and Fiber, we are positioned to facilitate technology migration strategies for mission-critical applications. This has worked well for us in the European, Middle Eastern, and Asia Pacific regions."

Second Quarter Conference Call

Optelecom-NKF will host a conference call to discuss its second quarter results on Thursday, August 5, 2010, at 10:00 a.m. EDT. To participate live, go to http://www.videonewswire.com/event.asp?id=70942

Participant Dial-In (U.S. Toll Free): 1-800-860-2442

Participant International Dial-In: +1-412-858-4600

Parties should ask for: Optelecom-NKF Conference Call

Playback Dial-In (U.S. Toll Free): 1-877-344-7529

Playback International Dial-In: +1-412-317-0088

Playback code: 442794

If you are unable to participate during the live webcast, the event will be archived at http://www.videonewswire.com/event.asp?id=70942

Safe Harbor Statement

This press release contains "forward-looking statements," a term used here as defined in the amended Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and it includes statements relating to the impact of the restructuring initiatives discussed herein. Forward-looking statements typically include words such as "expect," "anticipate," "believe," "estimate," "intend," "may," "will," and similar expressions as they relate to Optelecom-NKF or its management. Forward-looking statements are based on our current expectations and assumptions. These are subject to risks and uncertainties, including potential negative effects on our operations and financial results that might arise from the restructuring initiatives discussed herein. These risks and uncertainties are discussed in detail in Optelecom-NKF's recently filed Annual Report on Form 10-K and other subsequent filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. These forward-looking statements are written from the perspective of the circumstances under and date upon which they were composed. Optelecom-NKF disclaims any intent or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

About Optelecom-NKF

Optelecom-NKF, Inc. (Nasdaq: OPTC), manufacturer of Siqura(®) advanced video surveillance solutions, provides a full range of network products based on an open technology platform that simplifies integration and installation. Our Siqura(®) solutions offer a perfect blend of ease of use and processing power, enabling end users to optimize the effectiveness of their surveillance systems while reducing the total cost of ownership. All products and solutions are developed and tested for professional and mission-critical applications, such as at highway departments, airports, seaports, casinos, public transport authorities, hospitals, city centers, shopping centers, military bases, and corporate and government campuses. Founded in 1972, Optelecom-NKF is committed to providing its customers with expert technical advice and support.

Investor inquiries should be directed to Mr. Rick Alpert at 301-948-7872.

Press inquiries should be directed to Kate Huber, khuber@optelecom-nkf.com tel. 301-444-2294 (for North and Latin America) or tel. +31 182 592 215 (for Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Asia). For more information please visit our website: www.optelecom-nkf.com



                          OPTELECOM-NKF, INC.
                      CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
               AS OF JUNE 30, 2010 AND DECEMBER 31, 2009
      (Dollars in Thousands, Except Share and Per Share Amounts)



                                                June 30,    December 31,
                                                      2010          2009
                                                       ---           ---
                                               (unaudited)
    ASSETS
      CURRENT ASSETS
        Cash & cash equivalents                     $1,794        $2,344
        Restricted cash                                255         1,900
        Accounts receivable, net of
         allowance for doubtful
          accounts of $506 and $386                  6,834         8,209
        Inventories, net                             4,281         4,343
        Deferred tax asset                             123           240
        Prepaid expenses and other current
         assets                                        785           893
                                                       ---           ---
      Total current assets                          14,072        17,929
        Property & equipment, less
         accumulated depreciation of $5,223
         and $5,681                                  1,040         1,593
        Intangible assets, net of
         accumulated amortization of $3,368
         and $3,609                                  5,335         6,609
        Goodwill                                    12,647        14,848
        Other assets                                   187           209
                                                       ---           ---
    TOTAL ASSETS                                    33,281        41,188
                                                    ======        ======
    LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
      CURRENT LIABILITIES
        Current portion of notes and
         interest payable                           11,057         1,907
        Accounts payable                             2,290         2,012
        Accrued payroll                              1,228         1,280
        Accrued warranty reserve                       383           422
        Other current liabilities                    2,029         1,233
                                                     -----         -----
      Total current liabilities                     16,987         6,854
        Long term notes and interest payable             -        12,818
        Deferred tax liabilities                       674         1,513
        Other liabilities                              170           188
                                                       ---           ---
      Total liabilities                             17,831        21,373
      STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
          Common stock, $.03 par value-shares
           authorized, 15,000,000; issued and
           outstanding, 3,697,432 and
           3,653,644 shares as of June, 2010,
           and December 31, 2009, respectively       111         110


        Additional paid-in capital                  17,282        17,036
        Accumulated other comprehensive
         income                                        503         2,769
        Treasury stock, 162,672 shares at
         cost                                       (1,265)       (1,265)
        (Accumulated deficit) retained
         earnings                                   (1,181)        1,165
                                                    ------         -----
      Total stockholders' equity                    15,450        19,815
                                                    ------        ------
    TOTAL LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS'
     EQUITY                                        $33,281       $41,188
                                                   =======       =======


                          OPTELECOM-NKF, INC.
                 CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
                    AND COMPREHENSIVE (LOSS) INCOME
                  FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED JUNE 30,
                              (Unaudited)
       (Dollars in Thousands, Except Share and Per Share Amounts)




                                                       2010            2009
                                                        ---             ---
    Revenue                                          $7,703         $10,010
    Cost of goods sold                                3,984           3,962
                                                      -----           -----
      Gross profit                                    3,719           6,048
    Operating expenses:
      Sales and marketing                             2,745           2,877
      Engineering                                     1,170           1,089
      General and administrative                      1,377           1,660
      Amortization of intangibles                       154             164
      Gain on sale of Electro Optics                 (1,150)              -
                                                     ------             ---
        Total operating expenses                      4,296           5,790
    Net (loss) income from operation                   (577)            258
    Other expense, net                                  316             142
                                                        ---             ---
    Net (loss) income before income taxes              (893)            116
    (Benefit) provision for income taxes               (195)            243
                                                       ----             ---
    Net loss                                          $(698)          $(127)
                                                      =====           =====
    Basic loss per share                             $(0.19)         $(0.03)
                                                     ======          ======
    Diluted loss per share                           $(0.19)         $(0.03)
                                                     ======          ======
    Weighted average common shares
     outstanding -basic                           3,685,144       3,645,037
                                                  =========       =========
    Weighted average common shares
     outstanding -diluted                         3,685,144       3,645,037
                                                  =========       =========

    Net loss                                          $(698)          $(127)
    Foreign currency translation                     (1,313)          1,008
                                                     ------           -----
    Comprehensive (loss) income                     $(2,011)           $881
                                                    =======            ====



                           OPTELECOM-NKF, INC.
                  CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
                          AND COMPREHENSIVE LOSS
                    FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED JUNE 30,
                               (Unaudited)
        (Dollars in Thousands, Except Share and Per Share Amounts)




                                                    2010       2009
                                                     ---        ---
    Revenue                                      $14,856    $18,596
    Cost of goods sold                             7,203      7,832
                                                   -----      -----
      Gross profit                                 7,653     10,764
    Operating expenses:
      Sales and marketing                          5,618      5,492
      Engineering                                  2,255      2,437
      General and administrative                   2,836      3,204
      Amortization of intangibles                    321        322
      Gain on sale of Electro Optics              (1,150)         -
                                                  ------        ---
        Total operating expenses                   9,880     11,455
    Loss from operations                          (2,227)      (691)
    Other expense, net                               619        433
                                                     ---        ---
    Loss before income taxes                      (2,846)    (1,124)
    Benefit for income taxes                        (500)      (232)
                                                    ----       ----
    Net loss                                     $(2,346)     $(892)
                                                 =======      =====
    Basic loss per share                          $(0.64)    $(0.24)
                                                  ======     ======
    Diluted loss per share                        $(0.64)    $(0.24)
                                                  ======     ======
    Weighted average common shares outstanding
     -basic                                    3,680,067  3,643,333
                                               =========  =========
    Weighted average common shares outstanding
     -diluted                                  3,680,067  3,643,333
                                               =========  =========

    Net loss                                     $(2,346)     $(892)
    Foreign currency translation                  (2,266)       (48)
                                                  ------        ---
    Comprehensive loss                           $(4,612)     $(940)
                                                 =======      =====

Non-GAAP Earnings Addendum

We define Adjusted EBITDA as net income or net loss plus interest expense, income taxes, foreign exchange gains and losses, depreciation, and amortization. Adjusted EBITDA is not a measure of cash flow or liquidity as determined under U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). We have included this Adjusted EBITDA as a supplemental disclosure because we believe that it is widely used by investors, industry analysts, and others as a useful supplemental measure. Optelecom-NKF calculates and uses Adjusted EBITDA as an indicator of its ability to generate cash from reported operating results.

Adjusted EBITDA does not represent funds available for our discretionary use and is not intended to represent or to be used as a substitute for net income or cash flows from operations data as measured under GAAP. The items excluded from Adjusted EBITDA but included in the calculation of Optelecom-NKF's reported net income are significant components of the accompanying unaudited consolidated statements of operations and must be considered in performing a comprehensive assessment of overall financial performance. Other companies may calculate Adjusted EBITDA differently than we do, which may limit its usefulness as a comparative measure.

The table below presents a reconciliation of net income to Adjusted EBITDA:



                                     Three Months           Six Months
                                         Ended                 Ended
                                       June 30,              June 30,
                                       --------              --------
    (Unaudited)                  2010          2009     2010       2009
                                  ---           ---      ---        ---
    Net Loss                    $(698)        $(127) $(2,346)     $(892)
      Add:
        Interest expense, net     310           160      659        320
        (Benefit) Provision for
         income taxes            (195)          243     (500)      (232)
        Foreign exchange gain
         (loss)                     6           (18)     (40)       113
        Depreciation              188           240      392        480
        Amortization              154           164      321        322
                                  ---           ---      ---        ---
    Adjusted EBITDA             $(235)         $662  $(1,514)      $111
                                -----          ----  -------       ----

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