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Bakkafrost P/f

Quarterly Report Nov 3, 2015

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P/F Bakkafrost Condensed Consolidated Interim Report for Q3 2015 and First Nine Months 2015

Highlights2
Summary of the 3rd Quarter 2015 and First Nine
Months 2015 3
Financial Review 5
Outlook 9
Risks 10
Events after the Date of the Statement of Financial Position 10
Consolidated Income Statement 11
Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income 12
Consolidated Statement of Financial Position 13
Consolidated Cash Flow Statement 15
Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity 16
Notes to the Account 17
Contacts 27

Highlights

Q3 Q3 YTD YTD
DKK 1,000 2015 2014 2015 2014
INCOME STATEMENT, SEGMENTS AND CASH FLOW
Group - Operating revenue 677,484 584,113 2,090,628 1,926,026
Group - Operational EBIT* 205,769 208,700 744,059 606,317
Group - Profit for the period 168,055 211,274 491,549 424,664
Operational EBIT (Farming and VAP)(DKK) 191,854 193,385 688,595 550,091
Operational EBIT*/kg (Farming and VAP)(DKK) 14.78 17.77 18.67 17.54
Operational EBIT*/kg (Farming and VAP) (NOK) 18.10 19.73 22.03 19.48
Farming - Operating revenue 558,419 435,421 1,638,710 1,469,111
Farming - Operational EBIT* 182,833 166,869 626,219 512,577
Farming - Operational EBIT margin 33% 38% 38% 35%
Farming - Operational EBIT/kg (DKK) 14.08 15.34 16.98 16.34
Farming - Operational EBIT/kg (NOK) 17.25 17.02 20.03 18.15
VAP - Operating revenue 166,772 155,178 546,619 654,381
VAP - Operational EBIT* 9,021 26,516 62,376 37,514
VAP - Operational EBIT margin 5% 17% 11% 6%
VAP - Operational EBIT/kg (DKK) 2.41 6.10 4.68 2.33
VAP - Operational EBIT/kg (NOK) 2.95 6.77 5.52 2.58
FOF - Operating revenue 320,279 287,369 808,728 745,538
FOF - EBITDA 41,696 61,660 157,264 140,775
FOF - EBITDA margin 13.02% 21.46% 19.45% 18.88%
Cash flow from operations 366.815 280.415 773.368 696.548
DKK/NOK (average) 81.66 90.09 84.74 90.04
FINANCIAL POSITION
Total Assets** 3,569,933 3,462,933 3,569,933 3,462,933
Equity** 2,260,290 2,063,653 2,260,290 2,063,653
Equity ratio** 63% 60% 63% 60%
Net interest bearing debt (incl. fin. derivatives)** 181,690 232,711 181,690 232,711
PROFITABILITY
Basic earnings per share (DKK) 3.44 4.36 10.13 8.74
Diluted earnings per share (DKK) 3.44 4.36 10.13 8.74
ROE*** 7.7% 11.9% 22.4% 23.9%
ROCE (for the last quarters)**** 6.3% 8.7% 22.7% 25.2%
ROCE (for the last 4 quarters) 31.7% 31.6% 31.7% 31.6%
ROIC (for the last quarter)* 8.8% 13.1% 28.7% 30.8%
ROIC (for the last 4 quarters) 43.0% 38.4% 43.0% 38.4%
VOLUMES
Harvested volume (tonnes gutted weight) 12,982 10,881 36,890 31,362
VAP produced volume (tonnes gutted weight) 3,745 4,350 13,334 16,122
Sold feed tonnes 27,011 29,808 59,068 62,591

* Aligned for fair value adjustment of biomass, onerous contracts provisions and income from associates

** Comparing figures from end 2014

*** Return on average equity based on profit or loss for the period

**** Return on average invested capital based on operational EBIT

***** Return on average invested capital based on EBITA

Summary of the 3rd Quarter 2015 and First Nine Months 2015

(Figures in parenthesis refer to the same period last year)

The Bakkafrost Group delivered a total operating EBIT of DKK 205.8 million in Q3 2015. Harvested volumes were 13 thousand tonnes gutted weight in Q3 2015. The combined farming and VAP segments made an operational EBIT of DKK 191.9 million in Q3 2015. The Farming segment made an operational EBIT of DKK 182.8 million. The global salmon spot prices increased during the quarter, consequently the VAP segment made an operational EBIT of DKK 9.0 million in Q3 2015. The EBITDA for the FOF segment was DKK 41.7 million in Q3 2015.

The Group made a profit for the quarter of DKK 168.1 million (DKK 211.2 million). For the first nine months of 2015, the profit was DKK 491.6 million (DKK 424.7 million).

The total volumes harvested in Q3 2015 were 12,982 tonnes gutted weight (10,881 tgw). Total harvested volumes the first nine months of 2015 were 36,890 tonnes gutted weight (31,362 tgw). The increased volumes are as planned. Bakkafrost will harvest higher volumes in 2015, compared to the year before.

Bakkafrost transferred 2.8 million smolts in Q3 2015 (2.2 million), which is in line with the company's plans. The first nine months of 2015, Bakkafrost has transferred 6.4 million smolts (7.2 million).

The combined farming and VAP segments made an operational EBIT of DKK 191.9 million (DKK 193.4 million) in Q3 2015. For the first nine months of 2015, the combined farming and VAP segment made an operational EBIT of DKK 688.6 million (DKK 550.1 million).

The farming segment made an operational EBIT of DKK 182.8 million (DKK 166.9 million) in Q3 2015. The harvested volumes are higher in Q3 2015, compared to Q3 2014, while operational EBIT margin was lower, mainly due to increased cost. For the first nine months of 2015, the operational EBIT was DKK 626.2 million (DKK 512.6 million).

The VAP segment made an operational EBIT of DKK 9.0 million (DKK 26.5 million) for Q3 2015. The operational EBIT in the VAP segment decreased due to higher prices on raw material in the quarter. For the first nine months of 2015, the operational EBIT was DKK 62.4 million (DKK 37.5 million).

The FOF segment (fishmeal, oil and feed) made an operational EBITDA of DKK 41.7 million (DKK 61.7 million) in Q3 2015. This corresponds to an operational EBITDA margin of 13.0% (21,5%). The operational EBITDA was DKK 157.3 million for the first nine months of 2015 (DKK 140.8 million), corresponding to an EBITDA margin of 19.5% (18,9%) for the first nine months of 2015.

In Q3 2015, Havsbrún sourced 10,417 tonnes of raw material (19,782 tonnes) and for the first nine months of 2015, Havsbrún sourced 171,432 tonnes of raw material (171,313 tonnes).

The live fish carrier "Hans á Bakka" was delivered to Bakkafrost in Q3 2015. The capacity is 450 tonnes of live fish, and the ship is equipped with state of the art technology. The investment in "Hans á Bakka" will increase transport capacity and at the same time reduce biological risks. Following the delivery, finalising instalment of equipment and required tests were carried out in Q3 2015.

The Bakkafrost Group's net interest bearing debt amounted to DKK 181.7 million at the end of Q3 2015 (DKK 232.7 million at year-end 2014) including deposits and losses on financial derivatives relating to the interest bearing debt. Bakkafrost had undrawn credit facilities of approximately DKK 802.3 million, of which DKK 18.1 million were restricted at the end of Q3 2015.

Bakkafrost's equity ratio at 30 September 2015 is 63%, compared with 60% at the end of 2014.

Farming and VAP performance per kg

Q3 Q3 YTD YTD
Operational EBIT/kg 2015 2014 2015 2014
Farming EBIT/kg (DKK) 14.08 15.34 16.98 16.34
Farming EBIT/kg (NOK) 17.25 17.02 20.03 18.15
VAP EBIT/kg (DKK) 2.41 6.10 4.68 2.33
VAP EBIT/kg (NOK) 2.95 6.77 5.52 2.58

Smolt transfer

Bakkafrost Group
1,000 pieces 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015E
Farming North 5,000 6,500 7,200 3,000 6,600
Farming West 2,600 4,200 2,300 7,400 3,800
Viking 1,000 0 0 0 0
Total 8,600 10,700 9,500 10,400 10,400

Financial Review

(Figures in parenthesis refer to the same period last year)

Income Statement

The operating revenues amounted to DKK 677.5 million in Q3 2015 (DKK 584.1 million). The increase in revenue is mainly due to higher volumes in the Farming segment. For the first nine months of 2015, the operating revenues amounted to DKK 2,090.6 million (DKK 1,926.0 million).

Operational EBIT in Q3 2015 was DKK 205.8 million (DKK 208.7 million). Although higher volumes in the Farming segment, the operational EBIT decreased due to all segments had lower operational EBIT margin in Q3 2015, compared with Q3 2014. For the first nine months of 2015, the operational EBIT was DKK 744.1 million (DKK 606.3 million).

The fair value adjustment of the Group's biological assets amounted to DKK -17.6 million in Q3 2015 (DKK 60.4 million). The negative adjustment is due to lower salmon spot prices in DKK at the end of Q3 2015, compared with the beginning of the quarter. For the first nine months of 2015, the fair value adjustment amounted to DKK -110.6 million (DKK -63.2 million).

No changes were made to the provisions of onerous contracts in Q3 2015, similar to Q3 2014, as no contracts were onerous at the beginning and at the end of the quarter. For the first nine months of

2015, no changes were made to the provisions of onerous contracts (DKK 70.9 million).

In Q3 2015, there was a profit from associated companies amounting to DKK 0.1 million (DKK 0.1 million). For the first nine months of 2015, the loss from associated companies amounted to DKK -13.6 million (DKK 3.1 million).

Net interests in Q3 2015 were DKK 23.3 million (DKK -14.1 million), whereof a positive unrealised exchange rate adjustment of DKK 32.7 million relating to the bond loan of NOK 500 million is posted in Q3 2015. Net interests for the first nine months were DKK -5.0 million (DKK -32.0 million).

Net taxes in Q3 2015 amounted to DKK -43.5 million (DKK -43.9 million). For the first nine months of 2015, net taxes amounted to DKK -123.3 million (DKK -160.4 million).

The result for Q3 2015 was DKK 168.1 million (DKK 211.3 million) and for the first nine months of 2015, the result was DKK 491.5 million (DKK 424.7 million).

Harvested volumes

Q3 Q3 YTD YTD
Harvested volumes (tgw) 2015 2014 2015 2014
Farming North 3,846 9,848 22,712 18,043
Farming West 9,136 1,033 14,178 13,319
Total harvested volumes (tgw) 12,982 10,881 36,890 31,362

Segments

(Figures in parenthesis refer to the same period last year)

Bakkafrost has three operating segments: Farming, VAP (value added products) and FOF (fishmeal, fish oil and fish feed). The fresh/frozen salmon is sold in the spot market, while VAP products are sold on long-term contracts.

Distribution of harvested Q3 Q3 YTD YTD
volumes (tgw) 2015 2014 2015 2014
Harvested volume used in VAP production 29% 39% 34% 48%
Harvested volume sold fresh/frozen 71% 61% 66% 52%
Harvested and purchased volumes (tgw) 100% 100% 100% 100%

Of the total harvested volumes in Q3 2015, 29% (39%) went for the production of VAP products, and 71% (61%) were sold as whole gutted salmon. For the first nine months of 2015, 34% (48%) went to production of VAP products, and 66% (52%) were sold as whole gutted salmon. In addition to the harvested volumes that went for the VAP production, Bakkafrost also sourced some salmon from a third party, as in previous quarters.

Farming:

In Q3 2015, the operating revenue for Bakkafrost's farming segment was DKK 558.4 million (DKK 435.4 million). The operating revenue for the farming segment for the first nine months of 2015 was DKK 1,638.7 million (DKK 1,469.1 million).

Operational EBIT, which is EBIT before fair value adjustments on biological assets, provisions for onerous contracts and income from associates, amounted to DKK 182.8 million in Q3 2015 (DKK 166.9 million). For the first nine months of 2015, operational EBIT was DKK 626.2 million (DKK 512.6 million).

Operational EBIT/kg for the farming segment was DKK 14.08 (NOK 17.25) in Q3 2015, compared with DKK 15.34 (NOK 17.02) in Q3 2014. The lower margin is mainly due to higher costs of harvested fish in Q3 2015, than Q3 2014. Prices achieved by Bakkafrost, however, have been higher in Q3 2015, than in Q3 2014. Operational EBIT/kg for the first nine months of 2015 was DKK 16.98 (NOK 20.03), compared with DKK 16.34 (NOK 18.15) for the first nine months of 2014.

Value Added Products (VAP):

The operating revenue for the VAP segment amounted to DKK 166.8 million (DKK 155.2 million) in Q3 2015. The increase in revenue is because of higher volumes sold in Q3 2015, compared with Q3 2014. For the first nine months of 2015, operating revenue was DKK 546.6 million (DKK 654.4 million).

Operational EBIT amounted to DKK 9.0 million (DKK 26.5 million) in Q3 2015, corresponding to an operational EBIT of DKK 2.41 (NOK 2.95) per kg gutted weight in Q3 2015, compared with DKK 6.10 (NOK 6.77) per kg gutted weight in Q3 2014. The decrease in the operational EBIT margins is due to higher prices on raw material. The VAP segment purchases its raw material (fresh salmon) at spot prices each week. For the first nine months of 2015, operational EBIT amounted to DKK 62.4 million (DKK 37.5 million), corresponding to an operational EBIT of DKK 4.68 (NOK 5.52) per kg gutted weight for the first nine months of 2015, compared with an operational EBIT of DKK 2.33 (NOK 2.58) per kg gutted weight for the first nine months of 2014.

FOF (Fishmeal, Fish Oil and Fish Feed):

The operating revenue for the FOF segment amounted to DKK 320.3 million (DKK 287.4 million) in Q3 2015, of which DKK 241.7 million (DKK 200.6 million) represents sales to Bakkafrost's farming segment, corresponding to 75.5% (69.8%). For the first nine months of 2015, the revenue amounted to DKK 808.7 million (DKK 745.5), of which DKK 522.4 million (DKK 440.3 million) represents sales to Bakkafrost's farming segment and corresponds to 64.6% (59.1%).

Operational EBITDA was DKK 41.7 million (DKK 61.7 million) in Q3 2015, and the operational EBITDA margin was 13.0% (21.5%). Havsbrún sources raw pelagic fish for the fishmeal and fish oil production, which are part of the recipe for the

production of salmon feed. The prices on fishmeal and fish oil increased rapidly at the end of 2014, peaked in Q1 2015, and have decreased afterwards in 2015. The high margins in the FOF segment during the first half of 2015 were mainly related to favourable prices on raw material purchased in 2014. This diminishing effect on margins seen in Q2 2015, continued in Q3 2015. For the first nine months of 2015, the operational EBITDA was DKK 157.3 million (DKK 140.8 million), corresponding to an EBITDA margin of 19.5% (18.9%).

Sales of feed amounted to 27,011 tonnes (29,808 tonnes) in Q3 2015, of which the farming segment internally used 24,071 tonnes (23,587 tonnes) or 89.1% (79.1%). For the first nine months of 2015, the feed sale was 59,068 tonnes (62,591 tonnes). The internal sale to the farming segment was 52,032 tonnes (48,969 tonnes) the first nine months of 2015, corresponding to 88.1% (78.2%).

Statement of Financial Position

(Figures in parenthesis refer to end last year)

The Group's total assets as at end Q3 2015 amounted to DKK 3,569.9 million, compared with DKK 3,462.9 million at the end of 2014.

The Group's intangible assets are unchanged, compared to the beginning of the year, and amounted to DKK 294.7 million. Intangible assets comprise primarily the fair value of acquired farming licences. No licences in the North region are recorded with a value in the Bakkafrost accounts.

Property, plant and equipment amounted to DKK 1,345.5 million at the end of Q3 2015, compared with DKK 1,041.2 million at the end of 2014. In Q3 2015, Bakkafrost made investments in PP&E amounting to DKK 204.0 million, and for the first nine months of 2015, investments in PP&E were made for DKK 383.6 million.

Non-current financial assets amounted to DKK 112.9 million at the end of Q3 2015, compared with DKK 125.4 million at the end of 2014.

Bakkafrost has no long-term receivables at the end of Q3 2015, coming down from DKK 1.3 million at end 2014.

The Group's carrying amount (fair value) of biological assets amounted to DKK 947.4 million at the end of Q3 2015, compared with DKK 1,014.0 million at the end of 2014. Included in the carrying amount of the biological assets is a fair value adIn Q3 2015, Havsbrún received 10,417 tonnes (19,782 tonnes) of raw material for the production of fishmeal and fish oil. For the first nine months of 2015, Havsbrún received 171,432 tonnes (171,313 tonnes) of raw material.

The production of fishmeal in Q3 2015 was 2,808 tonnes (4,219 tonnes). For the first nine months of 2015, Havsbrún produced 35,696 tonnes (36,158 tonnes) of fishmeal.

The production of fish oil in Q3 2015 was 1,045 tonnes (3,011 tonnes). For the first nine months of 2015, Havsbrún produced 3,682 tonnes (4,671 tonnes) of fish oil. The production of fish oil varies, depending on the species of fish sourced for production and timing of catch. The species of fish sourced and the timing of catch in 2015 is similar to 2014.

justment amounting to DKK 174.2 million, compared with DKK 284.9 million at the end of 2014. The decrease is due to lower salmon prices at the end of Q3 2015, compared to end 2014, but also due to seasonal lower biomass at sea.

The Group's total inventories amounted to DKK 297.1 million as at end Q3 2015, compared with DKK 267.0 million at year-end 2014. The inventory primarily represents Havsbrún's inventory of fishmeal, fish oil and fish feed in addition to feed at the feed stations, finished products, packing materials and other raw materials.

The Group's total receivables amounted to DKK 128.1 million as at end Q3 2015, compared with DKK 172.4 million at the end of 2014.

The Group's equity at the end of Q3 2015 amounted to DKK 2,260.3 million, compared with DKK 2,063.7 million at the end of 2014. The change in equity consists primarily of the positive result for the nine months of 2015 and the dividend paid out in April 2015.

The Group's total non-current liabilities amounted to DKK 1,046.5 million at the end of Q3 2015, compared with DKK 1,036.3 million at the end of 2014.

Deferred and other taxes at the end of Q3 2015 amounted to DKK 529.8 million, compared with DKK 414.0 million at the end of 2014. Most of the payable tax will be paid in Q4.

Condensed Consolidated Interim Report for Q3 2015 and First Nine Months 2015 Issued November 3rd 2015

Long-term debt was DKK 389.4 million at the end of Q3 2015, compared with DKK 505.4 million at the end of 2014. Derivatives amounted to DKK 127.3 million at the end of Q3 2015, compared with DKK 116.9 million at the end of 2014.

Bakkafrost's interests bearing debt consists of a bank loan and a bond loan. Bakkafrost's bank loan is an overdraft facility, payable in 2016 with the full amount of DKK 553 million. The overdraft facility is nearly undrawn at 30 September 2015. The bond loan of NOK 500 million has a five-year maturity and is payable 14 February 2018. The interest rate of the bonds is NIBOR 3m + 4.15%. Following the issuance of the bonds, Bakkafrost has entered into a currency/-interest rate swap, hedging the exchange rate, and has switched the interest rate from NIBOR 3m to CIBOR 3m. Bakkafrost has entered the swap due to its exposure to DKK, as a large part of the income and costs are in DKK and EUR.

At the end of Q3 2015, the Group's total current liabilities are DKK 263.1 million, compared with DKK 362.9 million at the end of 2014. Accounts payable amount to DKK 263.1 million, compared with DKK 262.9 million at the end of 2014.

Bakkafrost's equity ratio is 63% at the end of Q3 2015, compared with 60% at the end of 2014.

Cash Flow

(Figures in parenthesis refer to the same period last year)

The cash flow from operations in Q3 2015 was DKK 366.8 million (DKK 280.4 million). The changes in the working capital had a positive effect on the cash flow from operations in Q3 2015. For the first nine months of 2015, the cash flow from operations was DKK 773.4 million (DKK 696.5 million).

The cash flow from investment activities in Q3 2015 amounted to DKK -204.0 million (DKK -47.4 million). The amount relates mainly to investments in property, plant and equipment, among them the live fish carrier "Hans á Bakka", which was delivered in Q3 2015. For the first nine months of 2015, the cash flow from investments amounted to DKK - 382.3 million (DKK -153.1 million).

Cash flow from financing activities totalled DKK -208.4 million in Q3 2015 (DKK -127.4 million). The interest bearing debt decreased by DKK 153.1 million and had a negative effect on cash flow from financing. Likewise, financing of an associated company contributed negatively with DKK 50.0 million. For the first nine months of 2015, cash flow from financing amounted to DKK -546.0 million (DKK -357.1 million).

Net change in cash flow in Q3 2015 amounted to DKK -45.6 million (DKK 105.6 million) and for the first nine months of 2015, DKK -154.9 million (DKK 186.3 million).

At the end of Q3 2015, Bakkafrost had unused credit facilities of approximately DKK 802.3 million of which DKK 18.1 million are restricted.

Outlook

Market

The global demand in the salmon market continues with strong growth rates. The markets are affected differently by the currency development during the year. Expected global supply growth in 2015 is around 4% and 0% in 2016. Production capacity is close to full utilization and further expansion relates to high investments.

The Russian ban on EU- and Norwegian salmon implemented in August 2014 gave temporary challenges to move volumes between markets. The markets have adapted to the new market balance.

The market place is one of Bakkafrost's most significant risk areas. Bakkafrost has a geographical and a market price approach. These approaches reduce the exposure to the market risk. To diversify the geographical market risk, Bakkafrost sells its products to some of the largest salmon markets in the world, the US, the Far East, Europe and Russia.

Farming

The outlook for the farming segment is good. Biology and veterinary situation is the most important risk area for Bakkafrost. The company is focusing on this risk with new investments and procedures to minimise the risk. The biological situation is good, and the price outlook in the spot market continues to be positive.

Bakkafrost's expected harvest is 50,000 tonnes gutted weight in 2015. Bakkafrost expects to harvest 48,000 tonnes gutted weight in 2016.

The number of smolts released is one key element of predicting the future production for the Group. Bakkafrost forecasts a release of 10.4 million smolts in 2015, compared with the 9.5 million smolts released in 2013, as the same sites are available for smolt release. The forecast for smolt release for 2016 is 10.5 million.

The estimates for harvesting volumes and smolt releases are as always dependent on the biological situation.

VAP (Value added products)

The currency development during 2015 has had a negative effect on the competitive position in some markets. Bakkafrost has signed contracts covering around 78% of the VAP capacity for the rest of 2015. This corresponds to around 30% of the ex

pected harvested volumes for the rest of 2015. The remaining 22% of the VAP capacity is expected to be committed during the period. The VAP contracts are at fixed prices, based on the salmon forward prices at the time they are agreed and the expectations for the salmon spot price for the contract period.

The contracts last for 6 to 12 months. The longterm strategy is to sell around 40-50% of the harvested volumes of salmon as VAP products on fixed price contracts. Selling the products at fixed prices reduces the financial risk with fluctuating salmon prices. The market price for contracted VAP products follows a more stable pattern with trends instead of short-term fluctuations as in the spot market.

FOF (Fishmeal, -oil and feed)

The outlook for the production of fishmeal and fish oil is dependent on the availability of raw material. The quotas for catching blue whiting in the North Atlantic are expected to be reduced and therefore, the production of fishmeal and fish oil are most likely to reduce in volume in 2016 from relatively high volumes in 2015.

The major market for Havsbrún´s fish feed is the local Faroese market, including Bakkafrost's internal use of fish feed.

Havsbrún's sales of fish feed in 2015 is expected to be at 79,000 tonnes. Depending on the purchase from external customers, the sales of fish feed in 2016 is expected to be 80,000 tonnes.

Investments

Bakkafrost has announced an investment plan for the period until 2017, latest updated in August 2014. The purpose of the investment plan is to continue to have one of the most cost efficient value chains in the farming industry, carry out organic growth, increase flexibility and reduce the biological risk to meet the future consumers' trends and to be more end-customer orientated.

The total investments for the period 2014-2017 were announced to be DKK 1,370 million including maintenance CAPEX. The future investments over the next three years will be DKK 1,120 million. Included in the investment plan is a new harvest/- VAP factory estimated to DKK 450 million, resulting in operational savings of DKK 70-90 million per

year from 2017. The plant will be up running in 2016.

Bakkafrost plans to increase the smolt capacity, making Bakkafrost self-supplied with smolts at a size of 200-300g each before end 2017. The benefits are shorter production time at sea as well as reduced biological risk. As part of this plan, the expansion of one existing hatchery started early 2015. The expansion will fourfold the capacity of this hatchery, which will be finished within one year.

Free cash flow from operations, existing financing facilities and partly new financing if advantageous will finance the investments. In addition, Bakkafrost has the possibility to postpone investments in case

Risks

Bakkafrost has not identified any additional risk exposure beyond the risks described in the 2014 Annual Report.

The 2014 Annual Report is available on request from Bakkafrost and on Bakkafrost's website, www.bakkafrost.com.

of adverse events. The dividend policy will be unchanged.

Financial

Improved market balances in the world market for salmon products and costs effective production will likely improve the financial flexibility going forward. A high equity ratio together with the Group's bank financing and the issuance of bonds makes Bakkafrost's financial situation strong. This enables Bakkafrost to carry out its investment plans to further focus on strengthening the Group, M&A's, organic growth opportunities and fulfil its dividend policy in the future.

Bakkafrost is, as explained in the 2014 Annual Report, exposed to the salmon price. A limited increase in supply is expected in 2015 and therefore a balanced salmon market.

References are made to the Outlook section of this report for other comments to Bakkafrost's risk exposure and to Note 3.

Events after the Date of the Statement of Financial Position

From the date of the statement of financial position until today, no events have occurred which materially influence the information provided by this report.

Glyvrar, November 2nd 2015

The Board of Directors of P/F Bakkafrost

Rúni M. Hansen Johannes Jensen Øystein Sandvik Chairman of the Board Deputy Chairman of the Board Board Member

Virgar Dahl Annika Frederiksberg Tor Magne Lønnum Board Member Board Member Board Member

Consolidated Income Statement

For the period ended 30 September 2015

Q3 Q3 YTD YTD
DKK 1,000 2015 2014 2015 2014
Operating revenue 677,484 584,113 2,090,628 1,926,026
Purchase of goods -286,020 -208,172 -853,203 -691,675
Change in inventory and biological assets (at cost) 73,486 90,834 269,574 119,185
Salary and personnel expenses -60,201 -59,631 -200,882 -193,279
Other operating expenses -172,254 -174,286 -482,755 -483,857
Depreciation -26,726 -24,158 -79,303 -70,083
Operational EBIT * 205,769 208,700 744,059 606,317
Fair value adjustments on biological assets -17,652 60,427 -110,630 -63,191
Onerous contracts 0 0 0 70,908
Income from associates 85 132 -13,578 3,110
Earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) 188,202 269,259 619,851 617,144
Net interest revenue 963 1,289 2,376 2,578
Net interest expenses -5,218 -7,615 -19,144 -24,123
Net currency effects 28,493 -6,313 17,292 -6,339
Other financial expenses -928 -1,442 -5,504 -4,162
Earnings before taxes (EBT) 211,512 255,178 614,871 585,098
Taxes -43,457 -43,904 -123,322 -160,434
Profit or loss for the period 168,055 211,274 491,549 424,664
Profit or loss for the year attributable to
Non-controlling interests 0 0 0 0
Owners of P/F Bakkafrost 168,055 211,274 491,549 424,664
Earnings per share (DKK) 3.44 4.36 10.13 8.76
Diluted earnings per share (DKK) 3.44 4.36 10.13 8.76

*EBIT before fair value on biomass, onerous contracts and income from associates

Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income

For the period ended 30 September 2015

Q3 Q3 YTD YTD
DKK 1,000 2015 2014 2015 2014
Profit for the period 168,055 211,274 491,549 424,664
Fair value adjustment on financial derivatives -34,331 20,871 -9,992 19,978
Income tax effect 5,237 -3,183 1,524 -3,047
Reserve to share based payment 230 545 692 545
Currency translation differences -345 557 -473 476
Net other comprehensive income to be
reclassified to profit or loss in subsequent periods -29,209 18,790 -8,249 17,952
Proceeds/Acquisitions of treasury shares -1,820 0 2,321 2,693
Net other comprehensive income not to be
reclassified to profit or loss in subsequent periods
-1,820 0 2,321 2,693
Other comprehensive income -31,029 18,790 -5,928 20,645
Total other comprehensive income for the period 137,026 230,064 485,621 445,309
Comprehensive income for the period attributable to
Non- controlling interests 0 0 0 0
Owners of P/F Bakkafrost 137,026 230,064 485,621 445,309

Consolidated Statement of Financial Position

As at 30 September 2015

30 Sept 30 Sept 31 Dec
DKK 1,000 2015 2014 2014
ASSETS
Non-current assets
Intangible assets 294,675 294,675 294,675
Property, plant and equipment 1,345,531 973,341 1,041,248
Financial assets 112,927 131,824 125,419
Long term receivables 0 14,441 1,291
Total non-current assets 1,753,133 1,414,281 1,462,633
Current assets
Biological assets (biomass) 947,372 960,280 1,013,959
Inventory 297,090 285,768 266,960
Total inventory 1,244,462 1,246,048 1,280,919
Accounts receivable 128,086 184,016 172,360
Other receivables 194,037 114,373 141,912
Total receivables 322,123 298,389 314,272
Cash and cash equivalents 250,215 368,385 405,109
Total current assets 1,816,800 1,912,822 2,000,300
TOTAL ASSETS 3,569,933 3,327,103 3,462,933

Consolidated Statement of Financial Position

As at 30 September 2015

30 Sept 30 Sept 31 Dec
DKK 1,000 2015 2014 2014
EQUITY AND LIABILITIES
Equity
Share capital 48,858 48,858 48,858
Other equity 2,211,432 1,843,569 2,014,795
Total equity 2,260,290 1,892,427 2,063,653
Non-current liabilities
Deferred and other taxes 529,831 451,185 414,014
Long-term interest bearing debts 389,430 583,400 505,393
Financial derivatives 127,255 54,243 116,928
Total non-current liabilities 1,046,516 1,088,828 1,036,335
Current liabilities
Short-term interest bearing debt 0 100,000 100,000
Accounts payable and other debt 263,127 245,848 262,945
Total current liabilities 263,127 345,848 362,945
Total liabilities 1,309,643 1,434,676 1,399,280
TOTAL EQUITY AND LIABILITIES 3,569,933 3,327,103 3,462,933

Consolidated Cash Flow Statement

For the period ended 30 September 2015

Q3 Q3 YTD YTD
DKK 1,000 2015 2014 2015 2014
Earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) 188,202 269,259 619,851 617,144
Adjustments for write-downs and depreciation 26,726 24,158 79,303 70,083
Adjustments for value adjustments on biomass 17,652 -60,427 110,630 63,191
Adjustments for income from associates -85 -132 13,578 -3,110
Adjustments for currency effects 28,493 -6,309 19,732 -6,335
Taxes paid -2,221 0 -6,174 0
Provision for onerous contracts 0 0 0 -70,908
Change in inventory 59,271 -88,786 -74,173 -107,857
Change in receivables 32,669 120,615 16,799 185,351
Change in current debts 16,108 22,037 -6,178 -51,011
Cash flow from operations 366,815 280,415 773,368 696,548
Cash flow from investments
Payments made for purchase of property, plant and equipment -204,048 -48,018 -383,586 -126,728
Sale/Purchase of shares 0 0 0 -13,409
Change in long-term receivables 0 594 1,314 -12,969
Cash flow from investments -204,048 -47,424 -382,272 -153,106
Cash flow from financing
Change of interest bearing debt (short and long) -153,138 -90,985 -209,483 -105,124
Financial income 962 1,289 2,375 2,578
Financial expenses -6,145 -9,057 -24,647 -28,285
Acquisition of treasury shares -28 0 2,714 3,437
Financing of associate -50,046 -28,660 -25,965 -11,580
Dividend paid 0 0 -290,985 -218,160
Cash flow from financing -208,395 -127,413 -545,991 -357,134
Net change in cash and cash equivalents in period -45,628 105,578 -154,895 186,308
Cash and cash equivalents – opening balance 295,843 262,807 405,110 182,077
Cash and cash equivalents – closing balance total 250,215 368,385 250,215 368,385

Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity

As at 30 September 2015

Biomass
Share Share- Currency Fair value
Share Premium Treasury based translation Proposed adjust- Retained Total
DKK 1,000 Capital Reserve Shares Payment differences Derivatives Dividend ments Earnings Equity
Equity 01.01.2015 48,858 306,537 -25,557 161 1,458 -95,882 293,148 284,855 1,250,075 2,063,653
Consolidated profit 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 110,630 380,919 491,549
Other comprehensive income:
Fair value adjustment on financial
derivatives 0 0 0 0 0 -9,992 0 0 0 -9,992
Income tax effect
Share-based payment
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
693
0
0
1,524
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1,524
693
Currency translation differences 0 0 0 0 -473 0 0 0 0 -473
Total other comprehensive income 0 0 0 693 -473 -8,468 0 0 0 -8,248
Total comprehensive income 0 0 0 693 -473 -8,468 0 110,630 380,919 483,301
Transaction with owners:
Treasury shares 0 0 4,321 0 0 0 0 0 0 4,321
Paid-out dividend 0 0 0 0 0 0 -293,148 0 2,163 -290,985
Total transaction with owners 0 0 4,321 0 0 0 -293,148 0 2,163 -286,664
Total changes in equity 0 0 4,321 693 -473 -8,468 -293,148 110,630 383,082 196,637
Total equity 30.09.2015 48,858 306,537 -21,236 854 985 -104,350 0 395,485 1,633,157 2,260,290
Equity 01.01.2014 48,858 306,537 -28,949 0 1,109 -61,409 219,862 296,402 882,867 1,665,277
Consolidated profit 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -63,191 487,855 424,664
Other comprehensive income:
Fair value adjustment on financial
derivatives 0 0 0 0 0 19,978 0 0 0 19,978
Income tax effect 0 0 0 0 0 -3,047 0 0 0 -3,047
Share based payment 0 0 0 545 0 0 0 0 0 545
Currency translation differences 0 0 0 0 477 0 0 0 0 477
Total other comprehensive income 0 0 0 545 477 16,931 0 0 0 17,953
Total comprehensive income 0 0 0 545 477 16,931 0 -63,191 487,855 442,617
Transaction with owners:
Treasury shares 0 0 0 2,693 0 0 0 0 0 2,693
Paid-out dividend 0 0 0 0 0 0 -219,862 0 1,702 -218,160
Total transaction with owners 0 0 0 2,693 0 0 -219,862 0 1,702 -215,467
Total changes in equity 0 0 0 3,238 477 16,931 -219,862 -63,191 489,557 227,150

Notes to the Account

Accounting Policy

General Information

P/F Bakkafrost is a limited company incorporated and domiciled in the Faroe Islands.

The Group's Annual Report as at 31st December 2014 is available upon request from the company's

Note 1. Statement of Compliance

This Condensed Consolidated Interim Report has been prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) IAS 34 Interim Financial Reporting as adopted by the EU. It does not include all of the information required for the full Annual and Consolidated Report and Accounts

Note 2. Significant Accounting Policies

The accounting policies applied by the Group in this Condensed Consolidated Interim Report are the same as those applied in the Annual Report as at and for the year ended 31st December 2014.

Note 3. Estimates and risk exposure

The preparation of financial statements in accordance with IFRS requires management to make judgments, estimates and assumptions that affect the application of accounting principles and recognised amounts of assets, liabilities, income and expenses. The most significant estimates relate to the valuation of biological assets and some financial instruments, which are measured at fair value. Estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an on-going basis and are based on the management's best assessment at the time of reporting. All changes in estimates are reflected in the financial statements as they occur.

registered office at Bakkavegur 9, FO-625 Glyvrar, Faroe Islands, or at www.bakkafrost.com.

This Condensed Consolidated Interim Report is presented in DKK.

and should be read in conjunction with the Annual and Consolidated Report and Accounts for the Group as at 31st December 2014.

This interim report has not been subject to any external audit.

The company has, nevertheless, chosen to reproduce the note on intangible assets from the Annual Report 2014. The information in the note is enlarged.

The accounting estimates are described in Note 3 to the financial statements in the Annual Report 2014.

For other risk exposures, reference is made to the Management Statement in the Annual Report for 2014, where Bakkafrost's operational and financial risks are described, as well as to Note 22 (Financial risk management) in the same report.

The risks and uncertainties described therein are expected to remain.

Note 4. Biomass

30 Sept 30 Sept End
DKK 1,000 2015 2014 2014
Biological assets carrying amount 01.01. 1,013,959 965,895 965,895
Increase due to production or purchases 910,799 823,361 1,106,337
Reduction due to harvesting or sale (costs of goods sold) -869,844 -745,047 -1,029,122
Fair value adjustment at the beginning of the period reversed -284,855 -296,402 -296,402
Fair value adjustments at the end of the period 174,226 233,211 284,855
Reversal of elimination at the beginning of the period 51,342 33,738 33,738
Eliminations -48,255 -54,476 -51,342
Biological assets carrying amount at the end of the period 947,372 960,280 1,013,959
Cost price biological assets 800,809 765,399 764,675
Capitalised interest 20,592 16,146 15,771
Fair value adjustments at the end of the period 174,226 233,211 284,855
Eliminations -48,255 -54,476 -51,342
Biological assets carrying amount 947,372 960,280 1,013,959
Biomass < 1 kg on average (tonnes) 1,746 2,367 1,834
Biomass 1 kg < 4 kg on average (tonnes) 12,847 17,244 11,194
Biomass > 4 kg on average (tonnes) 20,370 16,746 22,463
Volume of biomass at sea (tonnes) 34,963 36,357 35,491
Numbers of fish < 1 kg on average (thousand) 3,813 4,475 5,055
Numbers of fish 1 kg < 4 kg on average (thousand) 6,247 6,649 4,948
Numbers of fish > 4 kg on average (thousand) 3,539 2,937 4,537
Total number of fish (thousand) 13,599 14,061 14,540

Note 5. Intangible assets & impairment test

ACCOUNTING POLICIES

Intangible assets, that are purchased individually, are capitalised at acquisition cost. Intangible assets acquired in connection with the purchase of a business entity are capitalised at acquisition cost when the criteria for separate recognition are met.

Intangible assets with a limited economic lifespan are depreciated systematically. Intangible assets are written down to the recoverable amount if the expected financial benefits do not cover their carrying amount.

Costs relating to research and development are charged as expenses as they accrue. R&D costs are capitalised in the statement of financial position, when it can be demonstrated that the relevant R&D projects carry economic benefits, that they can be technically finalised, and that the company intends to and is financially able to reap the economic benefits.

Capitalised R&D costs are recognised at acquisition cost less accumulated depreciation and writedowns. Capitalised R&D costs are depreciated in a straight line over the asset's estimated period of use.

Sea farming licences, which are purchased either as part of an acquisition or business combination according to IFRS 3, are capitalised at cost less accumulated write-downs. Sea farming licences in the Faroe Islands are considered perpetual, given that certain preconditions regarding environmental protection and animal welfare are met. Consequently, sea farming licences are not depreciated systematically, but are subject to an annual impairment test. If the carrying amount exceeds the recoverable amount, licences are considered impaired, and write-downs are entered and charged to the Income Statement.

The assessment of indefinite life is reviewed annually to determine whether the indefinite life continues to be appropriate. If not, the change in useful life from indefinite to finite is made on a prospective basis.

Bakkafrost operates its sea farming activity in 13 identifiable CGUs based on single or groups of sea farming licenses.

Seven out of these licenses are issued by the government without consideration, and hence are not capitalised. These belong to the North region.

The other six CGUs are acquired as part of business combinations. Respectively, when acquiring the Vestlax Group and the Havsbrún Group, hence two groups of CGUs. These are belonging to the West region. Bakkafrost considers these as significant in comparison to Bakkafrost's total carrying amount of goodwill and intangible assets with indefinite useful lives. Bakkafrost has decided to disclose specific information concerning these two groups of CGUs.

Licenses with indefinite useful lives

The sea farming licenses in the Faroe Islands are defined as the right to utilise a given area of fjords for farming fish. There are no provisions as to the maximum allowed biomass at the given site, but the legislation has imposed strict measures to regulate the farming activity in order to be environmentally sustainable.

The sea farming licenses are issued with a nominal lifespan of 12 years. Licenses are renewed, unless there is a specific reason against renewal, based on failure to fulfil the veterinary conditions set by the authorities. In connection with renewal of licenses, authorities may only decline renewal if specific legislation on area planning, animal welfare or environmental protection is in conflict with renewal of the licenses. Special emphasis is to be placed on the fact, that it is renewals of existing licenses.

This actually means that sea farming licenses are operated in a 12-year rolling lifespan system, where the licenses are renewed every 12th year. In the very rare cases, where the authorities have declined to renew licenses in order the use locations for other purposes, the farmers have obtained licenses from the authorities at other locations.

Bakkafrost has therefore decided to account for sea farming licenses, which are capitalised, following the provisions for intangible rights with indefinite useful lives.

GOODWILL

When the company assumes control over a separate business entity for a consideration that exceeds the fair value of the individual assets, the difference is entered as goodwill in the statement of financial position.

Condensed Consolidated Interim Report for Q3 2015 and First Nine Months 2015 Issued November 3rd 2015

Goodwill deriving from purchases of subsidiaries and associates is presented under intangible assets.

Goodwill is not depreciated, but is tested for impairment annually or more often if there are indications that its value is lower than the carrying amount. When assessing the need to write-down goodwill, this is assigned to relevant cash flow generating units or groups, which are expected to benefit from the acquisition.

Write-downs are performed in accordance with an assessment of the recoverable value of each of the cash-flow generating units to which the goodwill is assigned. To identify the Group's cash-flow generating units, the assets are grouped according to the lowest level to which separate and independent cash flows may be ascribed. Recoverable value is calculated on the basis of value in use. This is arrived at by estimating future cash flows. Please refer to Note 9 for further description.

If the calculated value in use is less than the carrying amount of the cash-flow generating unit, goodwill is written down first, and then other assets as required.

Intangible assets

DKK 1,000 Goodwill Licences TOTAL
Acquisition costs as at 01.01.15 4,537 290,138 294,675
Acquisition costs as at 30.09.15 4,537 290,138 294,675
Impairment 01.01.15 0 0 0
Accumulated depreciation and write-downs as at 30.09.15 0 0 0
Net book value as at 30.09.15 4,537 290,138 294,675
Acquisition costs as at 01.01.14 4,537 290,138 294,675
Acquisition costs as at 31.12.14 4,537 290,138 294,675
Impairment 01.01.14 0 0 0
Accumulated depreciation and write-downs as at 31.12.14 0 0 0
Net book value as at 31.12.14 4,537 290,138 294,675

IMPAIRMENT TEST

The Group tests intangible assets annually for impairment or more frequently if there are indications that the assets are impaired. The annual impairment test is performed at year-end. Bakkafrost has substantial assets with indefinite lives in the form of licenses. The licenses are subject to impairment testing in combination with goodwill in the annual test. Bakkafrost identifies each farming zone, which may contain one or a number of licences or farming sites as one cash-generating unit.

The procedure of impairment testing

Impairment testing is carried out by calculating the net present value of estimated future cash flows (value in use) for the cash-generating unit, in line with IAS 36, and comparing the net present value of the cash flow towards the carrying amount of net assets held by the cash-generating unit (CGU). The cash flow used in the calculations represents the management's best estimate at the time of reporting. If the carrying amount is higher than the calculated value in use, the assets are considered impaired. The estimated cash flow is based on the assumption of continued operation. The basis for the estimated cash flow is the strategic plan for the following years. The strategic plans have been reviewed and the targets approved by the Group management.

All CGUs have the same operating assumptions since the operating conditions are predominantly the same all over the Faroe Islands. The considered operating conditions are costs of feed, smolt, harvest, packaging, transport and other costs. Other operating conditions considered the same are mortality, production time, fallowing and harvest weight. CAPEX is also assumed to be the same for all

CGUs over the calculated period. All CGUs are calculated with the same WACC. If there will be variances between the assumptions for the different CGUs in the future, this will be incorporated into the impairment test.

Indications of impairment

The impairment testing at year-end did not result in identification of impairment losses. Intangible assets were tested for impairment to evaluate if the cash flow from a conservative estimate was sufficient to support the carrying amount of net assets. The test confirmed the asset values.

The key assumptions

The key assumptions in the calculations of value in use are harvest volume, prices and costs, hence EBIDTA and WACC. Amongst other assumptions are inflation, CAPEX and terminal growth.

In general, the value in use has been determined based on future strategic plans considering the expected development in both macroeconomic and company-related conditions.

The assumptions used rest on uncertainty with regard to product prices, input prices, biological performance and future regulatory frameworks. Costs can normally be estimated with a higher degree of accuracy than income. As profitability in the salmon farming industry historically has been very volatile, depending on developments in the prices of salmon. Bakkafrost uses budgets and long-term plans for the first five years of the analysis, but returns to longterm historic averages for profitability in the sixth year and terminal period.

The key assumptions used in determining the value in use are:

  • Harvested volume is based on the current stocking plans for each unit, and forecasted figures for growth, assumed harvest weight and mortality, based on historical figures.
  • The costs are based on Bakkafrost's own assumptions based on historical costs and expectations. The costs are expected to remain stable, but are calculated to increase with an inflation rate of 2%.
  • The forward prices are based on the Fish Pool index, which is a part of Oslo Børs ASA, at the day of the calculation. The long-term forward prices are based on third-parties sources.
  • The WACC is 10.8% pre-tax and calculated in accordance with IAS 36. The WACC model is used for estimating the discount rate. The input

data for the model is updated every year for the annual impairment test. The choice of input data for the model significantly influences the outcome of the model, and to ensure that there is as little uncertainty as possible with regards to the calculation of the WACC, third-party sources are used where available (interest, inflation, beta). The discount rate is based on a five-year average for ten-year bonds issued by the Danish government, with an adjustment margin for the food industry in the EU.

  • The inflation is set to 2% for the budget period. This is done based on third-parties sources.
  • The terminal growth is set to 0%. The terminal growth – growth after the 5th year – is set lower than the expected growth rates in the first 5 years and also lower than the historic growth rate in salmon demand.
  • Capital expenditure (CAPEX). In the 5-year forecast period, the capital expenditure necessary to meet the expected growth in revenue and profit is taken into consideration. Capital expenditures are aligned with the growth and replacement plans. Capital expenditure to comply with current laws and regulations has been included. Capex related to committed and approved efficiency improvement programs has also been included to support the inclusion of the benefits in the applied margin. Changes in applicable laws and regulations may affect future estimated capital expenditure needs; this is not reflected in the figures used in the impairment test. Beyond the forecast period, capital expenditure will in general equal depreciation and relate to maintenance investments.

Sensitivity

In connection with the impairment testing of intangible assets, a sensitivity analysis has been carried out. Sensitivity analysis has been performed for each of the defined cash generating units. With the assumptions used, the headroom is DKK 511 million.

  • A change of +4% on the total costs, or fall in long-term sales prices of -4% would cause the first impairment.
  • A change in the EBITDA margin of +/- 1% would affect the headroom with +/- DKK 94 million.
  • A change in WACC of +1% would affect the headroom with DKK -175 million, and a change in WACC of -1% would affect the headroom with DKK 237 million.

Condensed Consolidated Interim Report for Q3 2015 and First Nine Months 2015 Issued November 3rd 2015

Specification of CGUs - Booked value tested and sensitivity

The CGUs tested are in the West region.

Sensitivity analyses and booked value per CGU as per 31-12-14

CGUs (1,000) Licenses Other
assets***
Total
booked
value
tested
WACC Number
of
smolts
EBITDA
change
of +/-1%
WACC
change
of -1%
WACC
change
of + 1%
Vestlax acquisition* 132,706 526,116 658,822 10.8% 6,400 65,564 181,995 -102,513
Havsbrún acquisition** 157,430 231,021 388,451 10,8% 2,800 28,685 55,106 -72,189
TOTAL 290,136 757,137 1,047,273 10.8% 9,200 94,249 237,101 -174,702

Sensitivity analyses and booked value per CGU as per 31-12-13

CGUs (1,000)

Vestlax acquisition* 132,706 519,379 652,085 9.8% 6,300 71,368 249,576 -181,175
Havsbrún acquisition** 157,430 176,818 334,248 9.8% 2,100 23,790 83,207 -60,406
TOTAL 290,136 696,197 986,333 9.8% 8,400 95,158 332,783 -241,581

* 4 CGUs in license numbers A03, A05, A06, A25, A80 and A81. Acquired in 2010.

** 2 CGUs in license numbers A71 and A82. Acquired in 2011.

*** Other assets consist of goodwill, PP&E, inventory, receivables, etc. that can be allocated to CGUs or are directly attributable to CGUs.

Note 6. Segments

Farming segment Q3 Q3 YTD YTD
DKK 1,000 2015 2014 2015 2014
External revenue 432,117 342,142 1,257,668 966,371
Internal revenue 126,302 93,279 381,042 502,740
Total revenue 558,419 435,421 1,638,710 1,469,111
Operating expenses -358,112 -252,657 -960,790 -911,040
Depreciation and amortisation -17,474 -15,895 -51,701 -45,494
Operational EBIT 182,833 166,869 626,219 512,577
Fair value adjustments on biological assets -17,652 60,427 -110,630 -63,191
Income from associates 0 932 -4,856 -4,310
Earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) 165,181 228,228 510,733 445,076
Net interest revenue -1,117 198 -2,985 608
Net interest expenses 332 -1,028 -179 -3,904
Net currency effects 30,429 -7,267 18,215 -5,552
Other financial expenses -873 -1,383 -5,315 -3,934
Earnings before taxes (EBT) 193,952 218,748 520,469 432,294
Taxes -36,626 -30,142 -91,981 -121,090
Profit or loss for the period 157,326 188,606 428,488 311,204
VAP segment (Value added products) Q3 Q3 YTD YTD
DKK 1,000 2015 2014 2015 2014
External revenue 166,772 155,178 546,619 654,381
Internal purchase of raw material -126,302 -93,279 -381,042 -502,740
Operating expenses -29,591 -33,437 -97,688 -108,313
Depreciation and amortisation -1,858 -1,946 -5,513 -5,814
Operational EBIT 9,021 26,516 62,376 37,514
Provision for onerous contracts 0 1 0 70,909
Earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) 9,021 26,517 62,376 108,423
Net interest revenue 1,969 795 4,976 1,043
Net interest expenses -4 -2 -6 -880
Net currency effects -1 -3 -4 -3
Other financial expenses -4 -6 -12 -19
Earnings before taxes (EBT) 10,981 27,301 67,330 108,564
Taxes -1,977 -4,914 -12,120 -19,542
Profit or loss for the period 9,004 22,387 55,210 89,022
FOF segment (Fishmeal, Fish Oil and Fish Feed) Q3 Q3 YTD YTD
DKK 1,000 2015 2014 2015 2014
External revenue 78,595 86,793 286,341 305,274
Internal revenue 241,684 200,576 522,387 440,264
Total revenue 320,279 287,369 808,728 745,538
Purchase of goods -249,010 -188,361 -530,509 -471,837
Operating expenses -29,573 -37,348 -120,955 -132,926
Depreciation and amortisation -7,394 -6,317 -22,089 -18,775
Operational EBIT 34,302 55,343 135,175 122,000
Income from associates 85 -800 -8,722 7,420
Earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) 34,387 54,543 126,453 129,420
Net interest revenue 111 296 385 927
Net interest expenses -5,546 -6,585 -18,959 -19,339
Net currency effects -1,935 957 -919 -784
Other financial expenses -51 -53 -177 -209
Earnings before taxes (EBT) 26,966 49,158 106,783 110,015
Taxes -4,854 -8,848 -19,221 -19,802
Profit or loss for the period 22,112 40,310 87,562 90,213
Reconciliation of reportable segments to Group earnings
before taxes (EBT) Q3 Q3 YTD YTD
DKK 1,000 2015 2014 2015 2014
Farming 193,952 218,748 520,469 432,294
VAP (Value added products) 10,981 27,301 67,330 108,564
FOF (Fishmeal, Fish Oil and Fish Feed) 26,966 49,158 106,783 110,015
Eliminations -20,387 -40,028 -100,345 -65,775
Group earnings before taxes (EBT) 211,512 255,179 594,237 585,098
Assets and liablities per segment 30 Sept 30 Sept 31 Dec
DKK 1,000 2015 2014 2014
Farming 3,581,901 3,129,938 3,305,566
VAP (Value added products) 249,123 138,556 187,328
FOF (Fishmeal, Fish Oil and Fish Feed) 601,889 746,836 754,904
Eliminations -862,980 -688,226 -784,865
Total assets 3,569,933 3,327,104 3,462,933
Farming -973,570 -731,376 -753,064
VAP (Value added products) -20,228 -15,220 -7,949
FOF (Fishmeal, Fish Oil and Fish Feed) -408,676 -544,068 -545,308
Eliminations 92,831 -144,012 -92,959

Note 7. Harvest and Sales FOF

Distribution of harvested Q3 Q3 YTD YTD
volumes (tgw) 2015 2014 2015 2014
Harvested volume used in VAP production 3,745 4,250 12,426 15,197
Harvested volume sold fresh/frozen 9,237 6,631 24,464 16,165
Harvested and purchased volume (tgw) 12,982 10,881 36,890 31,362
Q3 Q3 YTD YTD
Harvested volumes (tgw) 2015 2014 2015 2014
Farming North 3,846 9,848 22,712 18,043
Farming West 9,136 1,033 14,178 13,319
Total harvested volumes (tgw) 12,982 10,881 36,890 31,362
Distribution of harvested Q3 Q3 YTD YTD
volumes (tgw) 2015 2014 2015 2014
Harvested volume used in VAP production 29% 39% 34% 48%
Harvested volume sold fresh/frozen 71% 61% 66% 52%
Harvested and purchased volumes (tgw) 100% 100% 100% 100%
Sales FOF Q3 Q3 YTD YTD
volumes (tonnes) 2015 2014 2015 2014
Feed internal 24,071 23,587 52,032 48,969
Feed external 2,940 6,221 7,036 13,622
Feed total 27,011 29,808 59,068 62,591
Fishmeal external 4,701 1,201 19,952 15,884
Fish oil external 6 35 11 3,364

Note 8. Capital commitments

The Group had capital expenditure committed but not provided in these accounts at the date of the Statement of Financial Position of approximately DKK 344 million. DKK 215 million relate to the building of the new harvest and VAP factory, and DKK 90 million relate to the building of the new hatchery station.

Note 9. Transactions with related parties

Note 27 in Bakkafrost's Annual Report for 2014 provides detailed information on related parties' transactions.

Faroe Farming, an associated company of Bakkafrost, purchased for DKK 31.3 million from Bakkafrost in Q3 2015 and DKK 59.6 million for the first nine months of 2015. Bakkafrost purchased raw material amounting to DKK 0.0 million from Faroe

Note 10. Fair value measurements

All assets/liabilities, for which fair value is recognised or disclosed, are categorised within the fair value hierarchy, described as follows, based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement as a whole:

Level 1: Quoted market prices in an active market (that are unadjusted) for identical assets or liabilities.

Level 2: Valuation techniques (for which the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement is directly or indirectly observable).

Level 3: Valuation techniques (for which the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement is unobservable).

For biological assets, the fair value calculation is done using a valuation model (level 3 in the valuFarming in Q3 2015 and DKK 91.8 million for the first nine months of 2015. At the end of Q3 2015, Faroe Farming owed DKK 90.0 million to the Bakkafrost Group.

Transactions between P/F Bakkafrost and its subsidiaries meet the definition of related party transactions. As these transactions are eliminated on consolidation, they are not disclosed as related party transactions.

ation hierarchy) where the value is estimated based on observable market prices per period end.

For more information on these calculations, please refer to Note 2.13 and Note 14 in the Annual Report 2014.

For assets/liabilities that are recognised at fair value on a recurring basis, the Group determines, whether transfers have occurred between Levels in the hierarchy by reassessing categorisation (based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement).

There have been no transfers into or out of Level 3 fair value measurements.

As at 30 September 2015, the Group held the following classes of assets/liabilities measured at fair value:

DKK 1,000 Carrying
Assets and liabilities measured at fair value Fair value amount Level 1 Level 2 Level 3
Financial assets 197 500 197 0 0
Biological assets (biomass) 947,372 800,809 0 0 947,372
Assets measured at fair value 30/9- 2015 947,569 801,309 197 0 947,372
Liabilities measured at fair value 30/9-2015 0 0 0 0 0
Financial assets 233 500 233 0 0
Biological assets (biomass) 1,013,959 729,104 0 0 1,013,959
Assets measured at fair value 31/12- 2014 1,014,192 729,604 233 0 1,013,959
Liabilities measured at fair value 31/12-2014 0 0 0 0 0

Contacts

P/F Bakkafrost Bakkavegur 9 FO-625 Glyvrar Faroe Islands Telephone: +298 40 50 00 Fax: +298 40 50 09 Email: [email protected] Website: www.bakkafrost.com

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