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Epiroc

Quarterly Report Apr 28, 2023

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Epiroc AB Interim Report January – March 2023 1 (28)

Interim report Q1 2023

April 28, 2023

Epiroc interim report Q1 3
Financial overview 3
CEO comments 4
Orders and revenues 5
Profits and returns 6
Dividend 6
Balance sheet 7
Cash flow 7
Leading productivity and sustainability partner 8
Equipment & Service 9
Tools & Attachments 11
Sustainability: People & Planet 13
Other information 14
Key risks 15
Signature of the President 15
Financial Statements 16
Condensed consolidated income statement 16
Condensed consolidated statement of comprehensive income 16
Condensed consolidated balance sheet 17
Condensed consolidated statement of changes in equity 18
Condensed consolidated statement of cash flows 19
Condensed parent company income statement 20
Condensed parent company balance sheet 20
Condensed segments quarterly 21
Geographical distribution of orders received 22
Geographical distribution of revenues 22
Group notes 23
Note 1: Accounting principles 23
Note 2: Acquisitions and divestments 24
Note 3: Fair value of derivatives, earn-out and borrowings 25
Note 4: Share buybacks and divestments 25
Note 5: Transactions with related parties 25
Key figures 26
Epiroc in brief 27
About this report 27
Further information 28
Financial calendar 28

Epiroc interim report Q1

  • Orders received increased 10% to MSEK 15 148 (13 818). Organic order growth, excluding Russia, was 1%.
    • o Several large orders won, including Epiroc's largest automation order ever of MSEK 500 from Roy Hill.
  • Revenues increased 25% to MSEK 13 868 (11 088), organic increase of 8%.
  • Operating profit increased 20% to MSEK 3 161 (2 631), including items affecting comparability of MSEK -26 (43).*
  • Operating margin was 22.8% (23.7), and the adjusted operating margin was 23.0% (23.3).
  • Basic earnings per share were SEK 1.90 (1.66).
  • Operating cash flow was MSEK 338 (867).
  • Two acquisitions completed in the quarter that strengthen Epiroc's position within aftermarket and safety.**

Financial overview

2023 2022
MSEK Q1 Q1 Δ,%
Orders received 15 148 13 818 10
Revenues 13 868 11 088 25
Operating profit, EBIT 3 161 2 631 20
Operating margin, % 22.8 23.7
Profit before tax 2 964 2 564 16
Profit margin, % 21.4 23.1
Profit for the period 2 293 2 000 15
Operating cash flow 338 867 -61
Basic earnings per share, SEK 1.90 1.66 14
Diluted earnings per share, SEK 1.90 1.65 15
Return on capital employed, %, 12 months 27.7 27.7
Net debt/EBITDA, ratio 0.52 -0.16

** For further information, see page 6.

*** For further information, see page 24.

CEO comments

Strong start to 2023

The customer activity remained high in the quarter, and we achieved record-high order intake of MSEK 15 148. In total, the orders increased by 10%, with a strong contribution from acquisitions.

We won several large equipment orders, indicating a continued high investment willingness among customers. For example, we won our largest-ever automation order, MSEK 500, to convert Roy Hill's mixed fleet of almost a hundred mine trucks to driverless operation in Australia. This will make Roy Hill the world's largest autonomous mine. The project attracts significant attention from customers, and we are happy to showcase our market-leading solutions within automation – for loading, haulage and drilling – both on surface and underground.

The service business also continued to perform well, supported by mid-life upgrades of customers' equipment. Our broad and attractive offering in combination with the work by our 7 300 committed service technicians contributed to the strong development.

In the near term, we expect that the underlying demand, both for equipment and aftermarket, will remain at a high level.

Profitable growth

Our revenues increased 25% to MSEK 13 868, with strong contribution from both organic and acquired growth. The operating profit, EBIT, increased by 20% to MSEK 3 161. Our adjusted operating margin was 23.0% (23.3), supported by organic growth and the currency, while acquisitions diluted.

The operating cash flow amounted to MSEK 338 (867), impacted by a period of strong growth and higher equipment volumes. Supply-chain challenges remains a constraint. We expect that inventory ratios will improve throughout the year.

Around the world and to the Moon

Other highlights in the quarter included that our autonomous surface drills reached a milestone; they have now successfully drilled the equivalent length of more than one lap around the world.

Also, we are going to the Moon! We have signed a long-term collaboration agreement with the global lunar resource development company, ispace, to provide technology for its future Moon missions.

At the CONEXPO 2023 fair in Las Vegas, we showcased a full range of our latest innovations to make the construction industry more sustainable, efficient, and environmentally-friendly.

We widened our battery-electric offering further and launched the Scooptram ST18 SG (Smart and Green) loader. By not using diesel, the loader eliminates 365 tonnes of CO2e emissions annually, which corresponds to approximately the emissions from 100 diesel cars.

Acquisitions expanding our offering

Acquisitions are an important contribution to our growth. Year-to-date, we have closed three acquisitions with combined revenues of MSEK 2 400. With the acquisition of CR, Epiroc expands its offering of essential consumables and related digital solutions. Mernok Elektronik strengthens our position as a world-leading provider of automation and safety solutions for mining operations, and AARD Mining Equipment adds an offering of lowprofile underground machines for mines with low mining heights.

Dare to think new

We are committed to provide the best solutions to accelerate the transformation toward a more productive and sustainable industry. Innovation is key to this. To foster innovation and creativity, we encourage our employees to take on responsibility, be open-minded, inclusive, and last but not least, dare to think new. One example of us leading the way is our new global parental leave policy, which guarantees all Epiroc employees a minimum of 12 weeks of paid parental leave. With this gender-less policy, we dare to think new.

Helena Hedblom President and CEO

Orders and revenues

Revenues by business type

Financial overview

2023 2022
MSEK Q1 Q1 Δ,%
Orders received 15 148 13 818 10
Revenues 13 868 11 088 25
Operating profit 3 161 2 631 20
Operating margin, % 22.8 23.7

Orders received

Orders received increased 10% to MSEK 15 148 (13 818). Organic order growth, excluding Russia, was 1%. Structure (acquisitions) contributed with 10% (whereof orders on hand of approximately 3 percentage points) and currency with 6%.

Compared to the previous year, orders received in local currency increased with double digits in Asia/Australia and Africa/Middle East but were somewhat down in North- and South America. In Europe, the orders received decreased significantly, negatively impacted by Russia. Excluding Russia, Europe had a healthy order growth.

Mining customers represented 82% (77) of orders received in the quarter and infrastructure customers 18% (23).

Sequentially (compared to the previous quarter) orders received increased 12% organically.

Revenues

Revenues increased 25% to MSEK 13 868 (11 088), corresponding to an organic growth of 8%. Acquisitions and currency impacted revenues positively with 10% and 7%, respectively. The book-to-bill ratio was 109% (125).

The aftermarket represented 72% (67) of revenues in the quarter.

Sales Bridge Orders received Revenues
MSEK,Δ,% MSEK,Δ,%
Q1 2022 13 818 11 088
Organic -6 8
Currency 6 7
Structure/other 10 10
Total 10 25
Q1 2023 15 148 13 868

Profits and returns

Operating profit and margin

2 588 2 801 3 064 3 302 3 187 23.3 23.6 23.9 23.7 23.0 Adjusted operating profit and margin

Q122 Q222 Q322 Q422 Q123 Adj. operating profit, MSEK Adj. operating margin, %

38 250 38 294 42 560 44 534 47 401 Capital employed and return on capital employed

0.00 1.50 3.00 4.50 6.00

Return on capital employed, %, 12 months

Dividend

Dividend and payout ratio

* Proposed by the Board.

Profit bridge Operating profit
MSEK,Δ Margin,Δ,pp
Q1 2022 2 631 23.7
Organic 321 0.8
Currency 205 0.2
Structure/other* 4 -1.9
Total 530 -0.9
Q1 2023 3 161 22.8

* Includes operating profit/loss from acquisitions and divestments and items affecting comparability (incl. change in provision for share-based long-term incentive programs).

Operating profit, EBIT, increased 20% to MSEK 3 161 (2 631). Items affecting comparability were MSEK -26 (43), consisting of the change in provision for the share-based long-term incentive programs.

The operating margin, EBIT, was 22.8% (23.7). The adjusted operating margin (excluding items affecting comparability) was 23.0% (23.3). It was supported by organic growth and currency but diluted by acquisitions.

Net financial items amounted to MSEK -197 (-67). The net interest was MSEK -89 (-16).

Profit before tax was MSEK 2 964 (2 564). Income tax expense amounted to MSEK -671 (-564), corresponding to an effective tax rate of 22.6% (22.0).

Profit for the period totaled MSEK 2 293 (2 000). Basic earnings per share were SEK 1.90 (1.66).

Return on capital employed was 27.7% (27.7) and the return on equity was 27.7% (30.7).

Dividend

The Board of Directors has proposed to the Annual General Meeting an ordinary dividend to shareholders of SEK 3.40 (3.00) per share, equal to MSEK 4 102 (3 619). The dividend is proposed to be paid in two equal installments with record dates May 25 and October 24, 2023.

Balance sheet

Net working capital

Compared to the previous year, net working capital increased 48% to MSEK 20 442 (13 793). Excluding the effect of acquisitions and currency, the net working capital increased 32%. The increase is mainly explained by strong growth in combination with challenges in the supply chain, as well as higher inventory levels. The average net working capital in relation to revenues in the last 12 months was 32.8% (28.9).

Net debt

Epiroc ended the quarter with a cash and cash equivalents position of MSEK 4 587 (11 207) and a net debt position of MSEK 7 281 (-1 844). The change is mainly explained by acquisitions. The net debt/EBITDA ratio was 0.52 (-0.16).

The average tenor of Epiroc's loan facilities was 3.3 years (3.4) with an average interest duration of 15 months (13). Epiroc also has an unutilized revolving credit facility amounting to MSEK 4 000.

Cash flow

-1 844 -876 -1 545

Q122 Q222 Q322 Q422 Q123

Net debt (+) / net cash (-), MSEK, period end Net debt, period end/EBITDA, 12 months

Operating cash flow

Operating cash flow

Operating cash flow was MSEK 338 (867). It was supported by higher operating profit, but negatively impacted from change in working capital of MSEK -1 839 (-1 169), mainly inventory and receivables, as well as higher taxes paid.

Acquisitions and divestments

Two acquisitions were completed in the quarter which amounted to a net cash flow from acquisitions and divestments of MSEK -3 279 (-18).

Leading productivity and sustainability partner

Innovations, acquisitions, and partnerships strengthen Epiroc's position as a leading global productivity and sustainability partner. Below are some highlights from the quarter.

Acquisitions – Creating options for the future

In the quarter, Epiroc completed two acquisitions with combined annual revenues of more than MSEK 1 750 and 445 employees. The acquisition consideration corresponded to a net cash outflow of BSEK 3.3. In April, Epiroc completed one more acquisition. See more details on page 24.

  • CR expands Epiroc's offering of essential consumables and digital solutions.
  • Mernok Elektronik strengthens Epiroc's position as a world leading provider of automation and safety solutions.
  • • AARD Mining Equipment complements Epiroc's underground offering within low-profile underground machines.

Innovation – Scooptram ST18 SG (Smart and Green)

Scooptram ST18 SG is the most powerful loader yet in Epiroc's growing fleet of battery-electric vehicles. Compared to using a diesel loader with similar capacity, the Scooptram ST18 SG eliminates 365 tonnes of CO2e emissions annually. It also reduces the need for ventilation – a major cost item for underground mines.

Innovation – Taking construction to the next level

At the CONEXPO 2023, Epiroc showcased a full range of its latest innovations to make the construction industry more sustainable, efficient, and environmentally-friendly. Products shown included two surface drill rigs in the SmartROC series, smart grouting systems, a DTH (Down-The-Hole) hammer (see also below), a V-shaped drum cutter, new digital tools as well as related aftermarket solutions.

Innovation – Improved down-the-hole (DTH) drilling tools

The new design features make the DTH drill bits last up to 20% longer compared to previous versions. This leads to undisturbed drilling and increased productivity. In addition, the improved efficiency in production (less material and energy) as well as more drill meters per bit (fewer transports and less waste) equates to a lower environmental footprint – both for Epiroc and the customers.

PartnershipTo the Moon

Epiroc has signed a long-term collaboration agreement with the global lunar resource development company ispace that will involve Epiroc contributing technology and solutions for commercial Moon missions.

Equipment & Service

Equipment & Service provides rock drilling equipment, equipment for rock excavation, rock reinforcement, loading and haulage, ventilation systems, drilling equipment for exploration, water and energy, exploration tools and solutions, as well as related spare parts and service for the mining and infrastructure industries. The segment also provides solutions for automation, digitalization and electrification.

Revenues and book-to-bill

Revenue split

Financial overview

2023 2022
MSEK Q1 Q1 Δ,%
Orders received 11 570 10 840 7
Revenues 10 733 8 485 26
Operating profit 2 718 2 188 24
Operating margin, % 25.3 25.8

Orders received

Orders received increased 7% to MSEK 11 570 (10 840). Organic order growth, excluding Russia, was 2%. Acquisitions contributed with 6% and currency with 6%.

Compared to the previous year, orders received in local currency increased with double digits in Asia/Australia and Africa/Middle East, while it declined in all other regions. The largest decline was in Europe, negatively impacted by Russia.

For equipment, orders received amounted to MSEK 4 937 (5 537), corresponding to an organic decline of -16%. Excluding Russia, the orders received decreased -7% organically. Several large orders were won, including an automation order, MSEK 500, to convert Roy Hill's mixed fleet of almost a hundred mine trucks to driverless operation in Australia. The share of orders from equipment was 43% (51).

For service, orders received increased 25% to MSEK 6 633 (5 303), with a strong contribution from acquisitions. The organic growth was 6% and reflected a continued high activity level and good demand for mid-life upgrades. Excluding Russia, the orders received increased 11% organically. The share of orders from service was 57% (49).

Sequentially, orders received increased 5% organically for the segment.

Revenues

Revenues increased 26% to MSEK 10 733 (8 485), corresponding to an organic growth of 10%. Acquisitions contributed with 9% and currency with 7%. The revenues for service increased 19% organically, while equipment revenues decreased -1% organically. The share of revenues from service was 64% (56). The book-to-bill ratio was 108% (128).

Equipment & Service

Equipment & Service
Equipment
Service
Sales Bridge Orders received Revenues Orders received Revenues Orders received Revenues
MSEK,Δ,% MSEK,Δ,% MSEK,Δ,% MSEK,Δ,% MSEK,Δ,% MSEK,Δ,%
Q1 2022 10 840 8 485 5 537 3 699 5 303 4 786
Organic -5 10 -16 -1 6 19
Currency 6 7 5 6 7 8
Structure/other 6 9 0 0 12 16
Total 7 26 -11 5 25 43
Q1 2023 11 570 10 733 4 937 3 881 6 633 6 852

Operating profit and margin

Adjusted operating profit and margin

Operating profit and margin

Operating profit, EBIT, increased 24% to MSEK 2 718 (2 188). It was supported by strong organic growth and currency.

The operating margin, EBIT, was 25.3% (25.8). Adjusted operating margin was 25.3% (25.8), supported by organic growth, but diluted by acquisitions.

Profit bridge Operating profit
MSEK,Δ Margin,Δ,pp
Q1 2022 2 188 25.8
Organic 303 0.7
Currency 165 0.1
Structure/other 62 -1.3
Total 530 -0.5
Q1 2023 2 718 25.3

Acquisitions and investments

Since December 31, 2022, Equipment & Service has finalized two acquisitions. See page 24.

In April, a new heat treatment plant was inaugurated in Örebro, Sweden. Thanks to automation, the 1400 m2 plant will be able to run 24/7. The residual heat will be used to heat other Epiroc buildings as well as contribute to Örebro's local heating system. The building also has solar panels.

Tools & Attachments

Tools & Attachments provides rock drilling tools and hydraulic attachments that are attached to machines used mainly for drilling, deconstruction and recycling as well as rock excavation. It also provides related service and spare parts and serves the mining and infrastructure industries.

Financial overview

2023 2022
MSEK Q1 Q1 Δ,%
Orders received 3 535 2 970 19
Revenues 3 125 2 588 21
Operating profit 532 474 12
Operating margin, % 17.0 18.3

Orders received

Orders received increased 19% to MSEK 3 535 (2 970). Organic order growth, excluding Russia, was -7%. Acquisitions contributed with 24% (whereof orders on hand from CR of approximately 13 percentage points) and currency with 5%.

Compared to the previous year, orders received in local currency increased double digits in all regions except Europe, which was negatively impacted by Russia, resulting in a significant decline.

Sequentially, orders received increased 33% organically.

Revenues

Revenues increased 21% to MSEK 3 125 (2 588), corresponding to an organic increase of 3%. Currency contributed with 6% and acquisitions with 12%. The book-to-bill ratio was 113% (115).

Sales Bridge Orders received Revenues
MSEK,Δ,% MSEK,Δ,%
Q1 2022 2 970 2 588
Organic -10 3
Currency 5 6
Structure/other 24 12
Total 19 21
Q1 2023 3 535 3 125

Tools & Attachments

Operating profit and margin

Adjusted operating profit and margin

Operating profit and margin

Operating profit, EBIT, increased 12% to MSEK 532 (474). The operating margin, EBIT, was 17.0% (18.3). It was diluted by acquisitions.

Profit bridge Operating profit
MSEK,Δ Margin,Δ,pp
Q1 2022 474 18.3
Organic 15 0.1
Currency 33 0.2
Structure/other 10 -1.6
Total 58 -1.3
Q1 2023 532 17.0

Acquisitions

Since December 31, 2022, Tools & Attachments has finalized one acquisition. See page 24.

Sustainability: People & Planet

Sick leave and TRIFR

0.0 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0 5.0 6.0 7.0 8.0

*

Employees

The number of employees increased to 17 586 (15 548), mainly due to acquisitions. External workforce amounted to 1 722 (1 521). For comparable units, the total workforce increased with 384 compared to the previous year.

The proportion of women employees and women managers at the end of the period increased to 18.6% and 23.5%, respectively.

Launch of new parental leave policy

Epiroc has launched a parental leave policy granting a minimum of 12 weeks of paid parental leave across the global organization. The genderless policy aims at fostering an even more inclusive and diverse culture.

Safety and health

The total recordable injury frequency rate (TRIFR) the last 12 months was 6.2 (5.3). Several initiatives are in place and actions have been taken to reduce injuries. The sick leave decreased to 2.2% (2.6).

CO2e emissions from operations

The CO2e emissions from operations and for comparable units* the last 12 months decreased -32% to 16 042 (23 659) tonnes. The improvement is driven by several initiatives, including the installation of solar panels and a higher share of renewable electricity.

* Comparable units are production companies and distribution centers in 2022. 22 customer centers are measured but excluded in this report due to comparability reasons. Q2 2023 will be the first quarter with comparable data.

CO2e emissions from transport

The CO2e emissions from transport the last 12 months increased 8% to 91 948 (84 890) tonnes. The increase is mainly explained by higher volumes delivered.

Other information

Organizational changes

  • Effective January 1, 2023, exploration consumables have moved from the Tools & Attachments segment to the Equipment & Service segment. Segment figures for 2022 have been restated.
  • As of January 1, 2023, Epiroc has three regional Parts & Services divisions. Nelson Trejo has been appointed President Parts & Services North and South America (NASA), Luis Araneda has been appointed President Parts & Services Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) and Arman Bagdasarian has been appointed President Parts & Services Asia Pacific (APAC). All three are now members of Epiroc Group Management.
  • Effective January 1, 2023, Mattias Olsson, Senior Vice President Corporate Communications, took up a new role as Vice President M&A and Integration in the Group.
  • Paul Bergström has been appointed President of the Digital Solutions division and member of Group Management. He will start his assignment May 1, 2023.

Key risks

Epiroc is exposed to strategic, operational, legal and compliance as well as financial risks. The key risks include climate change and environment, competition, geopolitical and regulatory, market, corruption and fraud, cyber security and information risk, employees, product development, production, reputation, safety and health, and supply chain. Further information on risks, opportunities and risk management can be found in Epiroc's Annual and Sustainability Report 2022.

Signature of the President

The President and CEO of Epiroc AB declares that the interim report gives a fair view of the business development, financial position and result of operation of the Parent Company and the consolidated Group, and describes significant risks and uncertainties that the Parent Company and its subsidiaries are facing.

Nacka, Sweden, April 28, 2023

Helena Hedblom President and CEO, Epiroc AB

The company's auditors have not reviewed this report.

Financial Statements

Condensed consolidated income statement

2023 2022 2022
MSEK Q1 Q1 FY
Revenues 13 868 11 088 49 694
Cost of sales -8 272 -6 831 -30 675
Gross profit 5 596 4 257 19 019
Administrative expenses -969 -721 -3 628
Marketing expenses -926 -641 -3 042
Research and development expenses -452 -319 -1 438
Other operating income and expenses -88 55 236
Operating profit 3 161 2 631 11 147
Net financial items -197 -67 -369
Profit before tax 2 964 2 564 10 778
Income tax expense -671 -564 -2 367
Profit for the period 2 293 2 000 8 411
Profit attributable to
- owners of the parent 2 290 1 997 8 397
- non-controlling interests 3 3 14
Basic earnings per share, SEK 1.90 1.66 6.96
Diluted earnings per share, SEK 1.90 1.65 6.95

Condensed consolidated statement of comprehensive income

2023 2022 2022
MSEK Q1 Q1 FY
Profit for the period 2 293 2 000 8 411
Other comprehensive income
Items that will not be reclassified to profit or loss
Remeasurements of defined benefit pension plans -86 411 687
Income tax relating to items that will not be reclassified 18 -85 -139
Total items that will not be reclassified to profit or loss -68 326 548
Items that may be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss
Translation differences on foreign operations -296 670 2 112
Cash flow hedges -78 - 119
Income tax relating to items that may be reclassified 16 - -25
Total items that may be reclassified subsequently to profit or
loss -358 670 2 206
Other comprehensive income for the period, net of tax -426 996 2 754
Total comprehensive income for the period 1 867 2 996 11 165
Total comprehensive income attributable to
- owners of the parent 1 876 2 993 11 144
- non-controlling interests -9 3 21

Condensed consolidated balance sheet

2023 2022 2022
Assets, MSEK Mar 31 Mar 31 Dec 31
Intangible assets 15 966 7 192 13 073
Rental equipment 1 420 1 265 1 458
Other property, plant and equipment 5 754 4 743 5 429
Investments in associated companies and joint ventures 64 101 67
Other financial assets and other receivables 1 634 1 261 1 752
Deferred tax assets 1 729 1 666 1 526
Total non-current assets 26 567 16 228 23 305
Inventories 18 930 13 245 16 945
Trade receivables 10 088 8 225 9 581
Other receivables 3 331 2 437 3 195
Current tax receivables 292 159 315
Financial assets 1 406 908 1 010
Cash and cash equivalents 4 587 11 207 7 326
Assets held for sale 101 - 103
Total current assets 38 735 36 181 38 475
Total assets 65 302 52 409 61 780
Equity and liabilities, MSEK
Share capital 500 500 500
Retained earnings 34 485 28 254 32 520
Total equity attributable to owners of the parent 34 985 28 754 33 020
Non-controlling interest 479 63 488
Total equity 35 464 28 817 33 508
Interest-bearing liabilities 8 813 8 641 8 877
Post-employment benefits 139 116 149
Other liabilities and provisions 697 544 652
Deferred tax liabilities 1 207 825 1 215
Total non-current liabilities 10 856 10 126 10 893
Interest-bearing liabilities 2 985 677 1 999
Trade payables 7 017 6 181 6 375
Current tax liabilities 530 645 670
Other liabilities and provisions 8 450 5 963 8 335
Total current liabilities 18 982 13 466 17 379

Total equity and liabilities 65 302 52 409 61 780

Condensed consolidated statement of changes in equity

Equity attributable to
MSEK owners of the
parent
non-controlling
interests
Total equity
Opening balance, Jan 1, 2023 33 020 488 33 508
Total comprehensive income for the period 1 876 -9 1 867
Acquisition and divestment of own shares 160 - 160
Share-based payments, equity settled -71 - -71
Closing balance, Mar 31, 2023 34 985 479 35 464
Opening balance, Jan 1, 2022 25 729 56 25 785
Total comprehensive income for the period 2 993 3 2 996
Dividend/Redemption - 4 4
Acquisition and divestment of own shares 27 - 27
Share-based payments, equity settled 5 - 5
Closing balance, Mar 31, 2022 28 754 63 28 817
Opening balance, Jan 1, 2022 25 729 56 25 785
Total comprehensive income for the period 11 144 21 11 165
Dividend/Redemption -3 619 -2 -3 621
Transactions with non-controlling interests -111 413 302
Acquisition and divestment of own shares -116 - -116
Share-based payments, equity settled -7 - -7
Closing balance, Dec 31, 2022 33 020 488 33 508

Condensed consolidated statement of cash flows

2023 2022 2022
MSEK Q1 Q1 FY
Cash flow from operating activities
Operating profit 3 161 2 631 11 147
Depreciation, amortization and impairment 635 466 2 130
Capital gain/loss and other non-cash items -226 -196 -183
Net financial items received/paid 42 -269 -561
Taxes paid -922 -639 -2 676
Pension funding and payment of pension to employees -20 -12 -45
Change in working capital -1 839 -1 169 -3 737
Increase in rental equipment -222 -170 -875
Sale of rental equipment 130 109 358
Net cash flow from operating activities 739 751 5 558
Cash flow from investing activities
Investments in other property, plant and equipment -234 -144 -600
Sale of other property, plant and equipment 7 9 62
Investments in intangible assets -111 -115 -414
Acquisition of subsidiaries and associated companies -3 279 -18 -4 696
Sale of subsidiaries and associated companies - - 10
Proceeds to/from other financial assets, net -122 -86 -353
Net cash flow from investing activities -3 739 -354 -5 991
Cash flow from financing activities
Dividend - - -3 619
Dividend to non-controlling interest - - -2
Acquisition of non-controlling interest* - - -175
Sale/Repurchase of own shares 160 27 -116
Change in interest-bearing liabilities 146 -77 686
Net cash flow from financing activities 306 -50 -3 226
Net cash flow for the period -2 694 347 -3 659
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of the period 7 326 10 792 10 792
Exchange differences in cash and cash equivalents -45 68 193
Cash and cash equivalents, end of the period 4 587 11 207 7 326
2023 2022 2022
Operating cash flow** Q1 Q1 FY
Net cash flow from operating activities 739 751 5 558
Net cash flow from investing activities -3 739 -354 -5 991
Acquisitions and divestments, net 3 279 18 4 686
Other adjustments 59 452 1 409
Operating cash flow 338 867 5 662

* In the third quarter 2022, Epiroc acquired the full remaining non-controlling interest of Epiroc Mining India Ltd for MSEK -173.

** Operating cash flow is not defined according to IFRS. See page 26.

Condensed parent company income statement

2023 2022 2022
MSEK Q1 Q1 FY
Administrative expenses -68 -52 -231
Marketing expenses -7 -5 -32
Other operating income and expenses - 0 112
Operating profit/loss -75 -57 -151
Financial income and expenses -27 -8 -29
Appropriations - - 6 638
Profit/loss before tax -102 -65 6 458
Income tax 22 13 -1 320
Profit/loss for the period -80 -52 5 138

Condensed parent company balance sheet

2023 2022 2022
MSEK Mar 31 Mar 31 Dec 31
Total non-current assets 53 301 53 274 53 281
Total current assets 5 572 2 031 4 748
Total assets 58 873 55 305 58 029
Total restricted equity 503 503 503
Total non-restricted equity 48 895 47 468 48 885
Total equity 49 398 47 971 49 388
Total provisions 220 263 213
Total non-current liabilities 6 984 6 990 6 990
Total current liabilities 2 271 81 1 438
Total equity and liabilities 58 873 55 305 58 029

Condensed segments quarterly

Epiroc has two reporting segments; Equipment & Service and Tools & Attachments. In addition, Epiroc reports common group functions, including Financial Solutions, Group management, support functions and eliminations.

2022 2022 2023
Orders received, MSEK Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FY Q1
Equipment & Service 10 840 10 897 9 791 11 163 42 691 11 570
Equipment 5 537 5 012 3 702 4 063 18 314 4 937
Service 5 303 5 885 6 089 7 100 24 377 6 633
Tools & Attachments 2 970 2 495 2 502 2 703 10 670 3 535
Common group functions 8 -15 29 -161 -139 43
Epiroc Group 13 818 13 377 12 322 13 705 53 222 15 148
Revenues, MSEK
Equipment & Service 8 485 9 060 10 070 11 289 38 904 10 733
Equipment 3 699 3 550 4 155 5 037 16 442 3 881
Service 4 786 5 510 5 915 6 252 22 462 6 852
Tools & Attachments 2 588 2 794 2 711 2 713 10 806 3 125
Common group functions 15 14 21 -66 -16 10
Epiroc Group 11 088 11 868 12 802 13 936 49 694 13 868
Operating profit and profit before tax, MSEK
Equipment & Service 2 188 1 955 2 474 2 874 9 491 2 718
Tools & Attachments 474 436 514 476 1 900 532
Common group functions -31 -10 -88 -115 -244 -89
Epiroc Group 2 631 2 381 2 900 3 235 11 147 3 161
Net financial items -67 -89 -24 -189 -369 -197
Profit before tax 2 564 2 292 2 876 3 046 10 778 2 964
Operating margin, %
Equipment & Service 25.8 21.6 24.6 25.5 24.4 25.3
Tools & Attachments 18.3 15.6 19.0 17.5 17.6 17.0
Epiroc Group 23.7 20.1 22.7 23.2 22.4 22.8
Items affecting comparability, MSEK*
Change in provision for LTIP** -43 -75 14 67 -37 26
Items in Equipment & Service - 422 138 - 560 -
Items in Tools & Attachments - 73 12 - 85 -
Epiroc Group -43 420 164 67 608 26
Adj. margin for items affecting comparability, %
Adjusted operating margin, E&S, % 25.8 26.2 25.9 25.5 25.8 25.3
Adjusted operating margin, T&A, % 18.3 18.2 19.4 17.5 18.4 17.0
Adjusted operating margin, % 23.3 23.6 23.9 23.7 23.7 23.0

Effective January 1, 2023, exploration consumables have moved from the Tools & Attachments segment to the Equipment & Service segment. Segment figures for 2022 have been restated.

* Items affecting comparability are shown with reverse sign. I.e. a positive number indicates a cost and vice versa.

** Change in provision for long-term incentive programs is reported as administrative expenses.

Geographical distribution of orders received

MSEK 2022 2022 2023 Δ,%
% currency adjusted Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FY Q1 Y-o-Y
Epiroc Group 13 818 13 377 12 322 13 705 53 222 15 148 4%
North America 3 358 3 753 3 438 3 147 13 696 3 608 -3%
South America 1 687 1 892 1 851 2 102 7 532 1 803 -3%
Europe 3 100 1 742 601 2 016 7 459 2 304 -26%
Africa/Middle East 2 125 1 962 2 312 1 900 8 299 2 561 18%
Asia/Australia 3 548 4 028 4 120 4 540 16 236 4 872 31%
Equipment & Service 10 840 10 897 9 791 11 163 42 691 11 570 1%
North America 2 530 3 014 2 493 2 486 10 523 2 511 -11%
South America 1 418 1 670 1 600 1 852 6 540 1 427 -9%
Europe 2 217 1 207 216 1 380 5 020 1 613 -27%
Africa/Middle East 1 705 1 497 1 833 1 396 6 431 2 015 15%
Asia/Australia 2 970 3 509 3 649 4 049 14 177 4 004 29%
Tools & Attachments 2 970 2 495 2 502 2 703 10 670 3 535 13%
North America 831 766 918 821 3 336 1 065 18%
South America 269 222 251 250 992 376 27%
Europe 874 526 388 634 2 422 680 -25%
Africa/Middle East 420 466 478 507 1 871 548 30%
Asia/Australia 576 515 467 491 2 049 866 44%

Geographical distribution of revenues

MSEK 2022 2022 2023 Δ,%
% currency adjusted Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FY Q1 Y-o-Y
Epiroc Group 11 088 11 868 12 802 13 936 49 694 13 868 18%
North America 2 767 3 139 3 433 3 475 12 814 3 759 24%
South America 1 565 1 597 1 810 1 873 6 845 1 985 16%
Europe 2 172 2 177 1 832 2 146 8 327 2 155 -3%
Africa/Middle East 1 683 1 902 2 046 2 126 7 757 2 048 19%
Asia/Australia 2 901 3 053 3 681 4 316 13 951 3 921 29%
Equipment & Service 8 485 9 060 10 070 11 289 38 904 10 733 19%
North America 2 036 2 286 2 603 2 756 9 681 2 706 21%
South America 1 330 1 353 1 556 1 637 5 876 1 716 18%
Europe 1 506 1 523 1 197 1 461 5 687 1 463 -5%
Africa/Middle East 1 229 1 427 1 552 1 661 5 869 1 545 23%
Asia/Australia 2 384 2 471 3 162 3 774 11 791 3 303 33%
Tools & Attachments 2 588 2 794 2 711 2 713 10 806 3 125 14%
North America 710 844 827 805 3 186 1 056 37%
South America 235 243 254 238 970 269 3%
Europe 674 652 622 664 2 612 681 -3%
Africa/Middle East 454 475 494 468 1 891 504 11%
Asia/Australia
515 580 514 538 2 147 615 15%

Effective January 1, 2023, exploration consumables have moved from the Tools & Attachments segment to the Equipment & Service segment. Segment figures for 2022 have been restated.

Group notes

Note 1: Accounting principles

The consolidated financial statements of the Epiroc Group are prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) as endorsed by the EU. The interim report is prepared in accordance with IAS 34 Interim financial reporting. The accounting principles applied in the preparation of this interim report apply to all periods and comply with the accounting principles presented in the Annual and Sustainability Report 2022, in note 1 Significant accounting principles. No new and revised standards and interpretations effective from January 1, 2023, are considered to have any material impact on the financial statements.

Accounting principles of the Parent Company

The interim financial statements of Epiroc AB have been prepared in accordance with the Swedish Annual Accounts Act and the recommendation RFR 2, Accounting for Legal Entities, issued by the Swedish Financial Reporting Board. The accounting principles applied in the preparation of this interim report apply to all periods and comply with the accounting principles presented in the Annual and Sustainability Report 2022, note A1 in the Parent Company accounts. No new and revised standards and interpretations effective from January 1, 2023, are considered to have any material impact on the Parent Company´s financial statements.

Date Completed acquisitions Divestments Segment Revenues Employees
2023 Apr 3 AARD Mining Equipment E&S 650 200
2023 Feb 2 CR T&A 1700 400
2023 Feb 2 Mernok Elektronik (Pty) Ltd E&S 50 45
2022 Dec 1 Remote Control Technologies (RCT) E&S 600 225
2022 Nov 4 Wain-Roy T&A 200 100
2022 Nov 1 Radlink E&S 1 040 330
2022 Oct 14 Geoscan E&S 65 50
2022 Aug 2 RNP México E&S 245 370
2022 Jun 1 JTMEC E&S 235 190
2022 May 31 Zhejiang GIA Machinery

Note 2: Acquisitions and divestments

The table presents annual revenues in MSEK and employees at the time of the acquisition. Line indicates new quarter.

Acquisitions completed in 2023

  • AARD Mining Equipment manufactures a wide range of mining equipment, specializing in low-profile underground machines for mines with low mining heights. The acquisition complements Epiroc's underground offering as well as strengthens Epiroc's footprint in Africa. The company has approximately MSEK 650 in annual revenues and 200 employees. The acquisition was announced on August 25, 2022, and was finalized on April 3, 2023. Revenues from the acquisition are reported in "Equipment".
  • CR provides advanced ground engaging tools (GET) and related digital solutions mainly for the mining industry and expands Epiroc's first-rate offering of essential consumables and digital solutions. The company has approximately BSEK 1.7 in annual revenues and 400 employees. The acquisition was announced on December 13, 2022, and was finalized on February 2, 2023. Revenues from the acquisition are reported in "Tools & Attachments".
  • Mernok Elektronik provides advanced collision avoidance systems and strengthens Epiroc's position as a world-leading provider of automation and safety solutions for mining operations. The company has approximately MSEK 50 in annual revenues and 45 employees. The acquisition was announced on December 9, 2022, and was finalized on February 2, 2023. Revenues from the acquisition are reported in "Service".

Financial effect of acquisitions as per March 31, 2023

The completed acquisitions have had a total cash flow effect of MSEK 3 252. According to the preliminary purchase price allocation, intangible assets amount to MSEK 1 717 and goodwill amounts to MSEK 2 393. The acquired entities during 2023 have contributed to revenues with MSEK 250 and operating profit with MSEK 13 since the respective date of acquisition.

Fair value of acquired assets and liabilities 2023, MSEK whereof CR
Net assets identified including tax -769 -766
Intangible assets 1 717 1 690
Goodwill 2 393 2 353
Total consideration 3 341 3 277
Net cash outflow 3 252 3 206
- related to to prior years acquisitions 27

Note 3: Fair value of derivatives, earn-out and borrowings

The carrying value and fair value of the Group's outstanding derivatives, earn-out and borrowings are shown in the tables below. The fair values of bonds are based on level 1, the fair values of derivatives and other loans are based on level 2 and the fair values of earn-out are based on level 3 in the fair value hierarchy. Compared to 2022, no transfers have been made between different levels in the fair value hierarchy and no significant changes have been made to valuation techniques, inputs or assumptions.

Outstanding derivatives recorded to fair value 2023 2022
MSEK Mar 31 Dec 31
Non-current assets and liabilities
Assets 10 30
Liabilities 1 1
Current assets and liabilities
Assets 212 296
Liabilities 140 200
Carrying value and fair value 2023 2023 2022 2022
MSEK Mar 31 Mar 31 Dec 31 Dec 31
Carrying value Fair value Carrying value Fair value
Earn-out 533 533 556 556
Bonds 5 126 5 060 5 125 5 010
Other loans 6 672 6 788 5 751 5 839
Total 12 331 12 381 11 432 11 405

Note 4: Share buybacks and divestments

The Board of Directors has been authorized to purchase, transfer and sell Epiroc shares in relation to Epiroc's share-based long-term incentive programs.

A share B share Total
Total number of shares 823 765 854 389 972 849 1 213 738 703
Whereof shares held by Epiroc 7 356 190
Change in the quarter
Purchased (+) / divested (-) shares, number -812 187
Value of purchased (+) / divested (-) shares, SEK -160 116 563

Note 5: Transactions with related parties

In the quarter, no material changes have taken place and no significant related-party transactions were made.

Key figures

2023 2022 2022
Q1 Q1 FY
Growth
*Orders received, MSEK 15 148 13 818 53 222
Revenues, MSEK 13 868 11 088 49 694
*Total revenue growth, % 25 26 25
*Organic revenue growth, % 8 14 11
Profitability
*Gross margin, % 40.4 38.4 38.3
*EBITDA margin, % 27.4 27.9 26.7
*Adjusted operating margin, % 23.0 23.3 23.7
*Operating margin, % 22.8 23.7 22.4
*Profit margin, % 21.4 23.1 21.7
Capital efficiency
*Return on capital employed, % 27.7 27.7 28.0
*Net debt / EBITDA, ratio 0.52 -0.16 0.28
*Net debt / equity, %, period end 20.5 -6.4 11.0
*Average net working capital / revenues, % 32.8 28.9 31.3
Cash generation
*Operating cash flow, MSEK 338 867 5 662
*Cash conversion rate, %, 12 months 59 80 67
Equity information
Basic number of shares outstanding, millions 1 206 1 206 1 206
Diluted number of shares outstanding, millions 1 207 1 208 1 208
*Equity per share, SEK, period end 29.4 23.9 27.8
Basic earnings per share, SEK 1.90 1.66 6.96
*Return on equity, % 27.7 30.7 28.4
*Operating cash flow per share, SEK 0.28 0.72 4.69
People & Planet
Employees, period end 17 586 15 548 16 996
Women employees, %, period end 18.6 17.6 18.2
Women managers, %, period end 23.5 23.0 22.7
Total recordable injury frequency rate, TRIFR, 12 months 6.2 5.3 5.7
Sick leave, %, 12 months 2.2 2.6 2.4
CO2e emissions from operations, tonnes, 12 months 16 042 23 659 17 462
CO2e emissions from transport, tonnes, 12 months 91 948 84 890 91 168

Several key figures in this report are not defined according to IFRS. The alternative performance measures are marked with a *. They provide complementary information aiming to help readers to analyze the company's operations and facilitate an evaluation of the performance. Since not all companies calculate financial performance measures in the same manner, these are not always comparable with measures used by other companies. These financial performance measures should therefore not be regarded as a replacement for measures as defined according to IFRS. For a list of financial definitions, non-IFRS measures and calculations, visit the Epiroc Group website.

Epiroc in brief

Epiroc is a global productivity partner for mining and infrastructure customers, and accelerates the transformation toward a sustainable society. With ground-breaking technology, Epiroc develops and provides innovative and safe equipment, such as drill rigs, rock excavation and construction equipment and tools for surface and underground applications. The company also offers world-class service and other aftermarket support as well as solutions for automation, digitalization and electrification. Epiroc is based in Stockholm, Sweden, had revenues of SEK 50 billion in 2022, and has around 18 000 passionate employees supporting and collaborating with customers in around 150 countries.

Financial goals

  • To achieve annual revenue growth of 8% over a business cycle and to grow faster than the market. Growth will be organic and supported by selective acquisitions.
  • To have an industry-best operating margin, with strong resilience over the cycle.
  • To improve capital efficiency and resilience. Investments and acquisitions shall create value.
  • To have an efficient capital structure and the flexibility to make selective acquisitions. The goal is to maintain an investment grade rating.
  • To provide long-term stable and rising dividends to its shareholders. The dividend should correspond to 50% of net profit over the cycle.

Sustainability ambition and KPIs

Epiroc has four prioritized areas within sustainability:

  • We live by the highest ethical standards.
  • We invest in safety and health.
  • We grow together with passionate people and courageous leaders.
  • We use resources responsibly and efficiently.

For each area there are several targets and key performance indicators, including the long-term goals for 2030 that further advance the Group's ambitions on e.g. climate change and diversity.

About this report

Forward-looking statements

Some statements in this report are forward looking, and the actual outcomes could be materially different. In addition to the factors explicitly discussed, other factors could have a material effect on the actual outcomes.

Language

In the event of inconsistency or discrepancy between the English and the Swedish version of this publication, the Swedish version shall prevail.

Our vision

Dare to think new.

Our mission

Drive the productivity and sustainability transformation in our industry.

Our core values

Innovation, Commitment and Collaboration.

Strategy

By being in attractive niches and prioritizing innovation, aftermarket and operational excellence, we strive to achieve outperformance. Our success is reinforced by our strong company culture and our integrated approach to sustainability.

Our strengths

  • We focus on attractive niches with structural growth.
  • We drive the productivity and sustainability transformation in our industry.
  • We have a high proportion of recurring business.
  • We have a well-proven business model.
  • We create value for our stakeholders.
  • Our success is based on sustainability and a strong corporate culture.

See Epiroc's Annual and Sustainability report for more information.

Totals and roundings

Totals quoted in tables and statements may not always be the exact sum of the individual items because of rounding differences. The aim is that each line item should correspond to its source, and rounding differences may therefore arise.

This information is information that Epiroc AB is obliged to make public pursuant to the EU Market Abuse Regulation. The information was submitted for publication, through the agency of the contact persons on the next page, at 11:30 CEST on April 28, 2023.

Further information

Analysts and investors:

Karin Larsson Vice President Investor Relations E-mail: [email protected] Tel: +46 10 755 0106

Alexander Apell IR Controller Email: [email protected] Tel: +46 72 083 9519

Journalists and media:

Ola Kinnander Media Relations Manager E-mail: [email protected] Tel: +46 70 347 2455

Epiroc AB (publ)

Reg. No. 556041-2149 Box 4015 SE-131 04 Nacka, Sweden Tel: +46 10 755 0000

www.epirocgroup.com/en/investors

Financial calendar

Webcast & conference call:

At 13.00 CEST on April 28, Epiroc will host a report presentation and Q&A-session for investors, analysts and media. The report will be presented by President and CEO Helena Hedblom and CFO Håkan Folin.

Q1 2021

Webcast link and presentation material can be found here: www.epirocgroup.com/en/investors/financialpublications

Upcoming investor events 2023:

  • May 23: Annual General Meeting in Nacka, Sweden at 5 PM CEST
  • May 25: Record date for dividend*
  • May 30: Dividend payment*
  • June 1-2: Capital Markets Day in Örebro, Sweden
  • July 18: Q2 2023 report
  • October 24: Record date for dividend*
  • October 27: Q3 2023 report
  • October 27: Dividend payment*

* Proposal by the Board.

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