Annual Report • Feb 15, 2018
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Q4
2017 was a good year for Nederman. Incoming orders grew organically by 4.6 percent and profitability improved, with an adjusted operating margin of 9.1 percent (8.1). In the last quarter of the year, we saw continued positive growth in both sales and profitability.
In the APAC region, performance clearly improved in 2017. After some years of losses, the operating segment showed a profit for the whole year. We are proud of this important break in trend and are now working hard to gradually establish profitability in line with Nederman's financial goals. Sales and especially incoming orders also improved significantly during the year and we are more optimistic about the future in the region.
The EMEA region continues to develop well. The markets in the region show continued signs of good recovery. This was reflected, for example, in the best project sales for four years and continued stable performance of the core business with sales of products and smaller systems.
In the Americas, we managed to improve our operating margin despite challenging conditions. Decision making processes for major projects in the US were still protracted and general demand was marked by some volatility. However, at the end of 2017, we could see some improvement in the business climate in the region.
Over a number of years, Nederman has been working to modernise its business by developing digital solutions in both sales and customer services. This work has been successful and in the last quarter of the year we took another important step on this journey by acquiring the Norwegian company NEO Monitors.
The order backlog at the beginning of 2018 is at a higher level than at the same time in 2017, which means that we continue to have a positive outlook for 2018 as a whole.
In the Americas, sales in the quarter decreased organically by 5.2 percent to SEK 309.8 m (351.4). For the year as a whole, sales fell by 6.1 percent. Despite the lower sales volume, profitability in the quarter improved with an adjusted operating profit of SEK 45.4 m (42.7), corresponding to an adjusted operating margin of 14.7 percent (12.2). For the year as a whole, the adjusted operating margin was 11.1 percent (10.7). Incoming orders in the quarter amounted to SEK 292.9 m (359.7). For the year as a whole, incoming orders grew by 0.3 percent organically to SEK 1,198.4 m (1,194.5).
The US market is characterized by continued uncertainty surrounding the country's trade, health and environmental policies, and this uncertainty is expected to last for some time, which still means shifts in the demand for larger systems. Some stabilisation has occurred and there is increased demand within certain industrial segments. After a long period of decline, the Brazilian economy shows continued signs of recovery. In the long term, stronger economic performance, and the authorities' stringent requirements for compliance with the country's environmental legislation is expected to impact positively on demand for Nederman's products and solutions. The Canadian economy is currently performing well, resulting in increased demand for Nederman's products and solutions. In Mexico, the uncertainties surrounding the NAFTA agreement continue to create great uncertainty and the Mexican economy is still expected to have very limited growth.
In the US, performance in the first quarter of 2017 was weak but was significantly stronger in the following two quarters. The last quarter of the year was weaker as a result of the uncertainties surrounding the country's new tax legislation. There was a 10 percent decline in incoming orders, which was primarily due to reduced demand for Nederman's system solutions. Since the adoption of the new Tax Act, there has been a significant increase in market activities with more requests for quotations. In Canada, incoming orders were slightly down during the fourth quarter of the year following the very strong third quarter. Nederman believes, however, that the decline is
Improved profitability. Decisions on tax reform in the US. Positive signals in Brazil.
due to temporary shifts in orders and not to any fundamental change in demand. In Brazil, incoming orders declined by 25 percent in the quarter compared with the same quarter of 2016, but were significantly higher than in the previous quarters of 2017. Brazil's economy has improved gradually during the year.
Incoming orders during the quarter amounted to SEK 292.9 m. Organically, this corresponds to a decrease of 12.1 percent compared with the same quarter of 2016. Incoming orders for the year January-December amounted to SEK 1,198.4 m. Organically, this corresponds to an increase of 0.3 percent compared to 2016. Net sales during the quarter totalled SEK 309.8 m. Organically, this corresponds to a decrease of 5.2 percent compared with the corresponding quarter of 2016. Net sales for the year January-December totalled SEK 1,228.3 m. Organically, this corresponds to a decrease of 6.1 percent compared with 2016.
| 1 Oct-31Dec | Organic* | 1 Jan-31 Dec | Organic* | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK million | 2017 | 2016 growth, % | 2017 | 2016 growth, % | ||
| Incoming orders | 292.9 | 359.7 | -12.1 | 1 198.4 | 1 194.5 | 0.3 |
| External net sales | 309.8 | 351.4 | -5.2 | 1 228.3 | 1 307.1 | -6.1 |
| Depreciation | -3.7 | -4.7 | -15.9 | -15.7 | ||
| Adjusted operating profit | 45.4 | 42.7 | 136.9 | 140.4 | ||
| Adjusted operating margin, % | 14.7 | 12.2 | 11.1 | 10.7 |
* Organic growth is the growth rate that does not come from acquisitions and currency effects, compared with the corresponding period in the previous year.
Sales in the quarter grew organically by 6.8 percent to SEK 428.7 m (374.1). For the year as a whole, sales increased by 4.2 percent. Profitability also improved in the quarter with an adjusted operating profit of SEK 68.0 m (50.5), corresponding to an adjusted operating margin of 15.9 percent (13.5). For the year as a whole, the adjusted operating margin was 13.6 percent (11.8). Incoming orders in the quarter were in line with the very strong fourth quarter of 2016. For the year as a whole, incoming orders grew by 4.5 percent organically to SEK 1,530.6 m (1,439.4).
The market situation within the EMEA region has stabilised further, resulting, for example, in increased project sales for Nederman. Industrial capital expenditure remains at a relatively low level, but signs of recovery continue. The long-term effects of the UK's decision to leave the EU are still difficult to gauge, and the political situation in Turkey and the conflict in Syria continue to have an adverse effect on sales in this part of the EMEA.
Several countries showed positive growth in the quarter and the backlog is still at a good level. Order growth in Germany was at a good level in the quarter despite challenging comparative figures from the strong fourth quarter of 2016. The strong growth is due to strong performance in the core business and in the after-sales market. Southern Europe had a weaker quarter, mainly because system sales in the fourth quarter of 2016 were not repeated. The UK had another strong quarter with double-digit growth following strong growth in the core business. Among the Nordic countries, Norway had another good quarter, while growth was weaker in the other countries in the region. The Benelux countries had a strong fourth quarter with double-digit growth in both the Netherlands and Belgium. In Eastern Europe, Poland was one of the countries which showed strong growth in the quarter.
Digital sales channels continue to evolve and an increasing number of distributors are now being introduced to NederIncoming orders in the quarter: SEK 414.0m (395.5)
Continued strong growth in Germany and the UK. Digital sales channels are becoming increasingly important.
man's highly regarded Partner Web Shop which resulted in distributor sales performing well during the year.
Incoming orders during the quarter amounted to SEK 414.0 m. Organically, this corresponds to a decrease of 0.4 percent compared with the same quarter of 2016. Incoming orders for the year January-December amounted to SEK 1,530.6 m. Organically, this corresponds to an increase of 4.5 percent compared to 2016. Net sales during the quarter totalled to SEK 428.7 m. Organically, this corresponds to an increase of 6.8 percent compared with the same quarter of 2016. Net sales for the year January-December amounted to SEK 1,517.5 m. Organically, this corresponds to an increase of 4.2 percent compared with 2016.
| 1 Oct-31Dec | Organic* | 1 Jan-31 Dec | Organic* | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK million | 2017 | 2016 growth, % | 2017 | 2016 growth, % | ||
| Incoming orders | 414.0 | 395.5 | -0.4 | 1 530.6 | 1 439.4 | 4.5 |
| External net sales | 428.7 | 374.1 | 6.8 | 1 517.5 | 1 420.6 | 4.2 |
| Depreciation | -7.3 | -5.0 | -23.6 | -22.2 | ||
| Adjusted operating profit | 68.0 | 50.5 | 205.9 | 168.1 | ||
| Adjusted operating margin, % | 15.9 | 13.5 | 13.6 | 11.8 |
* Organic growth is the growth rate that does not come from acquisitions and currency effects, compared with the corresponding period in the previous year.
The APAC region performed very well in terms of incoming orders and sales during the last quarter of the year. Incoming orders grew organically by 51.2 percent to SEK 109.0 m (75.3) and sales increased organically by 34.4 percent to SEK 121.5 m (94.6). Profitability continues to improve within the operating segment and the adjusted operating profit amounted to SEK 11.6 m (2.9), corresponding to an adjusted operating margin of 9.5 percent (3.1). The significant improvement in operating profit during the quarter means that the full-year profit in 2017 improved by SEK 18.6 m to SEK 9.3 m, compared with a negative operating profit of SEK -9.3 m for 2016.
There are still good business opportunities in the APAC region, although some industrial segments in the commodity-intensive countries indicate weak demand and prolonged decision-making processes. In China, new environmental legislation and other government initiatives are expected to raise the importance of environmental issues, focusing on polluted emissions and industries susceptible to dust explosions. However, there is a delay before the new legislation can result in actual capital expenditure, although the positive signs are beginning to become clearer. In India, the negative effects of the new indirect tax (GST), which was implemented during the third quarter of 2017, have eased. In Australia, the signs for a recovery are still good.
The positive growth in orders in the quarter is primarily the result of strong growth in China, where incoming orders were up by 70 percent organically, partly due to a number of large orders. The core business with sales of products and smaller systems also performed very well during the quarter. In India, Nederman is beginning to become an established name and incoming orders were up by 36 percent in the quarter. Growth stands at 28 percent for the year as a whole. Thailand, Indonesia and Malaysia generally performed weaker in the quarter, although one large order in Thailand was booked during this period. In Australia, the market continues to show a generally improved business climate, which in the long term is expected to increase sales opportunities for large and medium-sized
Very strong order intake in China Growth returns to India Signs in Australia remain positive.
projects. Organic growth in incoming orders amounted to 57 percent in the quarter and 27 percent for 2017 as a whole.
Incoming orders during the quarter amounted to SEK 109.0 m. Organically, this corresponds to an increase of 51.2 percent compared with the same quarter of 2016. Incoming orders for the year January-December amounted to SEK 428.3 m. Organically, this corresponds to an increase of 19.4 percent compared to 2016. Net sales during the quarter totalled SEK 121.5 m. Organically, this corresponds to an increase of 34.4 percent compared with the same quarter of 2016. Net sales for the year January-December totalled SEK 402.7 m. Organically, this corresponds to an increase of 6.0 percent compared with 2016.
| 1 Oct-31Dec | Organic* | 1 Jan-31 Dec | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK million | 2017 | 2016 growth, % | 2017 | 2016 growth, % | ||
| Incoming orders | 109.0 | 75.3 | 51.2 | 428.3 | 358.4 | 19.4 |
| External net sales | 121.5 | 94.6 | 34.4 | 402.7 | 379.6 | 6.0 |
| Depreciation | -0.8 | -1.1 | -3.5 | -4.7 | ||
| Adjusted operating profit | 11.6 | 2.9 | 9.3 | -9.3 | ||
| Adjusted operating margin, % | 9.5 | 3.1 | 2.3 | -2.5 |
* Organic growth is the growth rate that does not come from acquisitions and currency effects, compared with the corresponding period in the previous year.
Today's ever-faster digitalisation is creating new opportunities for Nederman to develop and improve its customer offering. The opportunities associated with connected services, the Internet of Things (IoT) and mobile devices such as smart phones and tablets together offer a platform that can provide Nederman's customers with new services and new values. Nederman Insight has been established in order to manage and develop these opportunities. In the quarter, the Norwegian company NEO Monitors that has world-leadning solutions for measuring gases and dust across all industries, was acquired.
NEO Monitors is a global pioneer in laser-based solutions for measuring gases and dust across all industries. The company has secured a leading position in all generations of laser-based measurement technologies and has the largest installed base of TDLS analyzers (Tunable Diode Laser Spectrometry), with more than 11 000 instruments installed in over 40 countries. The company's expertise and engineering capabilities allows for more than 100 different configurations tailored to customer needs, helping global industries to achieve better processes control, decreased operational costs and increased efficiency.
NEO Monitors is now part of Nederman Insight. The NEO Monitor brand and team will continue to operate as before. The solutions will become an integrated part of the Nederman Insight applications and digital ecosystem that builds on connectivity and Internet of Things.
The aim of Nederman Insight over the coming years is to develop new digital solutions into a complete ecosystem of services that can be marketed to new and existing installations of Nederman's systems. To achieve this, the company will successively build up the new competence necessary to create an attractive offering with a robust infrastructure for the IoT.
The vision is to create a digital flow from filter to facts. The first step, Performance Tracking, is the ability to provide customers with data on the performance of their filter solutions through digital solutions. The goal of the next step, Process Optimisation, is to be able to help customers to utilise this knowledge in order to optimise their processes. A further step, Compliance, means that customers have total control of, and reliable documentation about, their industrial environment and their emissions.
The digital knowledge offering is based on Nederman's IoT platform – Nederman Insight. This platform, consisting of hardware installed in Nederman's products and solutions, and software that communicates with the cloud, provides customers with information and insight into critical parameters and processes.
Nederman has conducted pilot studies in four different industrial segments since 2016, which together represent approximately 25 percent of Nederman's total sales. The results of the studies are implemented in Nederman Insight as services and solutions with the aim of becoming crucial to the customer's business.
As the new digital services and solutions are successively launched, they will strengthen Nederman's offering while at the same time consolidating and strengthening customer relationships in a way that was not previously possible.
The situation in Europe continues to improve with positive growth for both incoming orders and sales. In the US, we also see continued stability in sales in the core business, while uncertainty surrounding major projects is expected to remain
for some time, although we saw some improvement at the end of the year. In Asia, several markets have enjoyed positive growth. In China, we have seen increased environmental activity.
The Board of Directors proposes a dividend to shareholders of SEK 6.00 per share (5.50).
Incoming orders during the quarter amounted to SEK 815.9m (830.5). Organically, this corresponds to a decrease of 0.8 percent compared with the corresponding period last year.
Net sales for the quarter amounted to SEK 860.0 m (820.1). Organically, this corresponds to an increase of 4.9 percent compared with the corresponding period last year.
Capital expenditure during the quarter was SEK 16.7m (15.6).
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Incoming orders were SEK 3,157.3m (2,992.3). Organically, this corresponds to an increase of 4.6 percent compared with last year.
Net sales amounted to SEK 3,148.5m (3,107.3). Organically, this corresponds to an increase of 0.1 percent compared with last year.
Cash flow for the year amounted to SEK 79.3 m (19.2) and cash flow from operating activities amounted to SEK 279.3 m (239.7). Cash flow has been positively affected by changes in working capital. During the year, the cash flow has been affected by a higher level of capital expenditure compared with the previous year and by the acquisition of NEO Monitors.
Capital expenditure during the period was SEK 53.4m (45.9), of which capitalised development costs amounted to SEK 6.8m (6.7).
Liquidity: At the end of the period the Group had SEK 360.9m in cash and cash equivalents as well as SEK 98.4m in available but unutilised overdraft facilities.
In addition, there was a credit facility of SEK 472.7m, which is a part of Nederman's loan agreement with SEB and a further loan facility of SEK 104.6m within Nederman's loan agreement with SHB.
The equity in the Group as of 31 December 2017 amounted to SEK 1,075.8m (982.2).
An ordinary dividend of SEK 5.50 per share was paid to shareholders in the second quarter, amounting in total to SEK 64.3m.
The total number of shares outstanding was 11,696,251 at the end of the period.
The equity ratio for the Group was 36.2 percent as of 31 December 2017 (37.0). The net debt/equity ratio was 54.4 percent (53.4).
The average number of employees during the period was 1,757 (1,760). The number of employees at the end of the period was 1,803 (1,743).
| 1 Oct-31Dec | 1 Jan-31 Dec | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK million | 2017 | 2016 | 2017 | 2016 |
| Net sales | 860.0 | 820.1 | 3 148.5 | 3 107.3 |
| Adjusted EBITDA | 121.5 | 97.7 | 338.5 | 298.0 |
| Adjusted EBITDA margin, % | 14.1 | 11.9 | 10.8 | 9.6 |
| Operating profit | 99.1 | 85.5 | 278.1 | 250.3 |
| Operating margin, % | 11.5 | 10.4 | 8.8 | 8.1 |
| Adjusted operating profit | 106.8 | 85.5 | 285.8 | 250.3 |
| Adjusted operating margin, % | 12.4 | 10.4 | 9.1 | 8.1 |
| Profit before tax | 97.9 | 74.0 | 260.1 | 231.7 |
| Net profit | 73.2 | 61.1 | 186.3 | 172.1 |
| Earnings per share, SEK | 6.26 | 5.23 | 15.93 | 14.72 |
| Return on shareholders' equity, % | 28.3 | 25.9 | 18.1 | 18.9 |
| Return on operating capital, % | 27.5 | 22.3 | 18.0 | 16.8 |
| Net debt | 585.3 | 524.3 | ||
| Net debt/equity ratio, % | 54.4 | 53.4 | ||
| Net debt/Adjusted EBITDA, multiple | 1.7 | 1.8 | ||
| Interest cover ratio | 11.8 | 11.8 |
Currently the Nederman Group is restructuring the Group's operations with the goal of increasing both growth and profitability through simple structures and clear focus.
Specifically, this means that Nederman will be organised with a primary operational focus on four brands but with continued coordination in the Americas, EMEA and APAC regional segments.
The new organisation means that Nederman's expertise will have a clear impact on a global level. The new organisation will also further improve Nederman's work with the Group's key customers and expand the after-sales business which offers major scope for growth.
The new organisation will gradually be implemented during 2018 and will be reflected in Nederman's segment reporting with effect from 1st January 2019.
Anders Franzén, Senior Vice President Corporate Development, has decided to leave the Nederman Group.
"I would like to thank Anders for his contribution to Nederman over the years," says Nederman's CEO Sven Kristensson.
The Group and the parent company are exposed to a number of risks which are primarily due to the Group buying and selling products in foreign currencies. These risks are described in more detail in the company's management report on pages 48-49 and note 24 in the 2016 Annual Report. No circumstance that causes a change in the assessment of named risks has come to light.
In accordance with the AGM's guidelines for the Nomination Committee's work, Anders Mörck (Investment AB Latour, President), Göran Espelund (Lannebo Fonder), Fabian Hielte (Ernström & Co.) and Fredrik Ahlin (IF Skadeförsäkring AB) have been appointed to the Nomination Committee for the 2018 Annual General Meeting. Jan Svensson, Chairman of Nederman's Board, is adjunct to the Nomination Committee. For any questions concerning the Nomination Committee's work, please contact Anders Mörck at [email protected].
This interim report for the Group has been prepared in accordance with IAS 34 Interim Financial Reporting and applicable provisions of the Swedish Annual Accounts Act. The interim report for the Parent Company has been prepared in accordance with the Swedish Annual Accounts Act Chapter 9 and RFR2. The same accounting policies and valuation principles apply as described in the latest Annual Report to the Group and the parent company (cf. pages 63-67 of the Annual Report for 2016).
IFRS 15, effective for fiscal years beginning 1 January 2018, will not have any impact on reporting of consolidated income, although the Group will be affected by the extended disclosure requirements.
IFRS 9, effective for fiscal years beginning 1 January 2018, will not have any impact on the consolidated reporting of the financial instruments.
IFRS 16 replaces IAS 17 from 1 January 2019. An evaluation of the impact on the standard has been started.
The Board and CEO confirm that the interim report provides a true and fair overview of the Parent Company and the Group's operations, position and earnings and describes the material risks and uncertainty factors faced by the Parent Company and the Group. The report has not been reviewed by the company's auditor.
Johan Menckel Member of the Board
Jan Svensson Per Borgvall Gunilla Fransson
Gunnar Gremlin Ylva op den Velde Hammargren Sven Kristensson Member of the Board Member of the Board Member of the Board
Chairman Member of the Board Member of the Board
and CEO
Nederman's expertise and turnkey solutions within industrial air filtration protect people, machinery and the environment from the harmful effects of industrial processes. In this way Nederman helps to create safe work spaces, efficient production and significant environmental benefits. This interplay between health, environment and efficiency comes together to form the concept of eco-efficiency.
Eco-efficiency means that we contribute to both economic efficiency and long-term sustainable production. In terms of economy, it is about high production efficiency and product quality, machinery that has a long life and minimised environmental costs. From an environmental perspective it is about benefits from reduced emissions, more efficient use of materials and recycling, and lower energy consumption.
Nederman's customers are found in industries such as metal, wood and composite processing, food processing, pharmaceutical production, waste management, agriculture, textile industry, chemical industry, process industry, power generation and the automotive aftermarket.
Nederman has a strong global presence in regard to both sales and manufacturing. Sales are conducted through its own sales companies and distributors in over 50 countries. The main focus of sales is in Europe and North America, but Nederman is also active in a number of markets in Asia and South America. Manufacturing is carried out on five continents. Turnover in 2017 amounted to SEK 3.1 billion.
Nederman's aim is to achieve a sales growth of 8-10 percent over a business cycle and that an operating margin of at least reach 10 percent shall be achieved. To achieve these goals, Nederman is focusing on four priority areas:
During the last five years, sales growth has averaged 7.0 percent. During the period, the adjusted operating margin varied between 6.4 and 9.1 percent and in 2017 amounted to 9.1 percent. The average dividend during the period was 46 percent of net profit.
Nederman's sales model is divided into three segments in order to deliver solutions to customers' challenges as effectively as possible.
Product sales Nederman has a wide range of standard products that solve common problems related to smoke, gas, dust, materials recycling, the working environment and efficient production.
Solutions Nederman's solutions are designed to solve more complex tasks and specific customer problems. Business activities include careful preliminary study of the customer's business operations and needs, planning and system design, installation, commissioning and training.
Service and aftermarket Service is an integral part of Nederman's offering and a focus area for growth. By offering qualified service with good availability, Nederman helps to ensure continuous operation without expensive interruptions to customers' production.
| 1 Oct-31Dec | 1 Jan-31 Dec | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK million | Note | 2017 | 2016 | 2017 | 2016 |
| Net sales | 860.0 | 820.1 | 3,148.5 | 3,107.3 | |
| Cost of goods sold | -528.4 | -518.6 | -1,948.6 | -1,996.3 | |
| Gross profit | 331.6 | 301.5 | 1,199.9 | 1,111.0 | |
| Selling expenses | -166.7 | -166.8 | -662.7 | -648.1 | |
| Administrative expenses | -51.3 | -47.4 | -222.2 | -209.0 | |
| Research and development expenses | -5.8 | -1.8 | -14.2 | -7.8 | |
| Acquisition expenses | 2 | -7.7 | - | -7.7 | - |
| Other operating income/expenses | -1.0 | 0.0 | -15.0 | 4.2 | |
| Operating profit | 99.1 | 85.5 | 278.1 | 250.3 | |
| Financial income | 5.0 | -6.6 | 6.8 | 2.8 | |
| Financial expense | -6.2 | -4.9 | -24.8 | -21.4 | |
| Net financial income/expense | -1.2 | -11.5 | -18.0 | -18.6 | |
| Profit before tax | 97.9 | 74.0 | 260.1 | 231.7 | |
| Taxes | -24.7 | -12.9 | -73.8 | -59.6 | |
| Net profit | 73.2 | 61.1 | 186.3 | 172.1 | |
| Net profit attributable to: | |||||
| The parent company's shareholders | 73.2 | 61.1 | 186.3 | 172.1 | |
| Earnings per share | |||||
| before dilution (SEK) | 6.26 | 5.23 | 15.93 | 14.72 | |
| after dilution (SEK) | 6.26 | 5.23 | 15.93 | 14.72 |
| 1 Oct-31Dec | 1 Jan-31 Dec | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK million | 2017 | 2016 | 2017 | 2016 |
| Net profit | 73.2 | 61.1 | 186.3 | 172.1 |
| Other comprehensive income | ||||
| Items that cannot be reclassified to the income statement | ||||
| Revaluation of defined-benefit pension plans | -1.0 | 5.3 | -3.3 | -2.3 |
| Tax relating to items that cannot be reclassified to the income statement | 0.1 | -1.5 | 0.7 | 0.6 |
| -0.9 | 3.8 | -2.6 | -1.7 | |
| Items that have been or can be reclassified to the income statement | ||||
| Exchange differences arising on translation of foreign operations | 8.7 | 13.7 | -28.2 | 34.8 |
| Cash flow hedges | -1.0 | 0.9 | 3.1 | -2.8 |
| Tax relating to items that can be reclassified to the income statement | 0.2 | -0.2 | -0.7 | 0.6 |
| 7.9 | 14.4 | -25.8 | 32.6 | |
| Other comprehensive income for the period, net after tax | 7.0 | 18.2 | -28.4 | 30.9 |
| Total comprehensive income for the period | 80.2 | 79.3 | 157.9 | 203.0 |
| Total comprehensive income attributable to: | ||||
| The parent company's shareholders | 80.2 | 79.3 | 157.9 | 203.0 |
| 31 Dec | 31 Dec | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| SEK million | Note | 2017 | 2016 |
| Assets | |||
| Goodwill | 969.9 | 708.8 | |
| Other intangible assets | 226.8 | 119.0 | |
| Tangible assets | 252.4 | 263.8 | |
| Long-term receivables | 5.4 | 5.5 | |
| Deferred tax assets | 16.8 | 60.7 | |
| Total fixed assets | 1,471.3 | 1,157.8 | |
| Inventories | 386.8 | 380.6 | |
| Accounts receivable | 1 | 529.5 | 525.1 |
| Other current receivables | 1 | 222.4 | 302.1 |
| Cash and cash equivalents | 1 | 360.9 | 287.8 |
| Total current assets | 1,499.6 | 1,495.6 | |
| Total assets | 2,970.9 | 2,653.4 | |
| Equity | 1,075.8 | 982.2 | |
| Liabilities | |||
| Long-term interest-bearing liabilities | 1 | 822.5 | 702.4 |
| Other long-term liabilities | 153.7 | 1.4 | |
| Pension liabilities | 123.4 | 109.2 | |
| Other provisions | 9.5 | 6.5 | |
| Deferred tax liabilities | 17.0 | 20.9 | |
| Total long-term liabilities | 1,126.1 | 840.4 | |
| Current interest-bearing liabilities | 1 | 0.3 | 0.5 |
| Accounts payable | 1 | 298.9 | 315.2 |
| Other current liabilities | 1 | 444.3 | 488.9 |
| Provisions | 25.5 | 26.2 | |
| Total current liabilities | 769.0 | 830.8 | |
| Total liabilities | 1,895.1 | 1,671.2 | |
| Total equity and liabilities | 2,970.9 | 2,653.4 |
| 31 Dec | 31 Dec | |
|---|---|---|
| SEK million | 2017 | 2016 |
| Opening balance at the beginning of the period | 982.2 | 837.1 |
| Net profit | 186.3 | 172.1 |
| Other comprehensive income | ||
| Change in translation reserve for the period | -28.2 | 34.8 |
| Cash flow hedges, net of tax | 2.4 | -2.2 |
| Revaluation of defined-benefit pension plans, net of tax | -2.6 | -1.7 |
| Total other comprehensive income for the period | -28.4 | 30.9 |
| Total comprehensive income for the period | 157.9 | 203.0 |
| Transactions with Group owners | ||
| Dividend paid | -64.3 | -58.4 |
| Share-based payments | - | 0.5 |
| Closing balance at the end of period | 1,075.8 | 982.2 |
| 1 Jan-31 Dec | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| SEK million | Note | 2017 | 2016 |
| Operating profit | 278.1 | 250.3 | |
| Adjustment for: | |||
| Depreciation of fixed assets | 52.7 | 47.7 | |
| Other adjustments | 3.6 | -23.4 | |
| Interest received and paid incl. other financial items | -21.9 | -16.9 | |
| Taxes paid | -46.0 | -62.2 | |
| Cash flow from operating activities before changes in working capital | 266.5 | 195.5 | |
| Cash flow from changes in working capital | 12.8 | 44.2 | |
| Cash flow from operating activities | 279.3 | 239.7 | |
| Net investment in fixed assets | -51.8 | -42.5 | |
| Acquisitions | 2 | -233.3 | 5.2 |
| Cash flow before financing activities | -5.8 | 202.4 | |
| Dividend paid | -64.3 | -58.4 | |
| Cash flow from other financing activities | 149.4 | -124.8 | |
| Cash flow for the period | 79.3 | 19.2 | |
| Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period | 287.8 | 261.4 | |
| Translation differences | -6.2 | 7.2 | |
| Cash and cash equivalents at end of period | 360.9 | 287.8 |
| 1 Oct-31Dec | 1 Jan-31 Dec | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK million | 2017 | 2016 | 2017 | 2016 | |
| Operating profit/loss | -21.3 | -14.3 | -79.4 | -59.0 | |
| Result from investment in subsidiaries | -10.0 | 5.9 | 100.7 | 85.2 | |
| Other financial items | 13.9 | 9.9 | 18.5 | 18.3 | |
| Profit/loss after financial items | -17.4 | 1.5 | 39.8 | 44.5 | |
| Appropriations | 112.4 | 101.8 | 112.4 | 101.8 | |
| Profit/loss before tax | 95.0 | 103.3 | 152.2 | 146.3 | |
| Taxes | -3.8 | -4.8 | -8.9 | -14.1 | |
| Net profit/loss for the period | 91.2 | 98.5 | 143.3 | 132.2 |
| 1 Oct-31Dec | 1 Jan-31 Dec | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK million | 2017 | 2016 | 2017 | 2016 |
| Net profit/loss | 91.2 | 98.5 | 143.3 | 132.2 |
| Other comprehensive income | - | - | - | - |
| Items that cannot be reclassified to the income statement | - | - | - | - |
| Items that have been or can be reclassified to the income statement | - | - | - | - |
| Other comprehensive income for the period, net after tax | - | - | - | - |
| Total comprehensive income for the period | 91.2 | 98.5 | 143.3 | 132.2 |
| Year-end report January - December 2017 | Parent company | VD-ord |
|---|---|---|
| Balance sheet for the parent company in summary | ||
| SEK million | 31 Dec 2017 |
31 Dec 2016 |
| Assets | ||
| Total fixed assets | 1,907.0 | 1,539.6 |
| Total current assets | 495.5 | 463.5 |
| Total assets | 2,402.5 | 2,003.1 |
| Shareholder's equity | 868.8 | 789.8 |
| Liabilities | ||
| Total long-term liabilities | 974.0 | 701.9 |
| Total current liabilities | 559.7 | 511.4 |
| Total liabilities | 1,533.7 | 1,213.3 |
| Total equity and liabilities | 2,402.5 | 2,003.1 |
| Statement of changes in parent company |
| 31 Dec | 31 Dec | |
|---|---|---|
| SEK million | 2017 | 2016 |
| Opening balance at the beginning of the period | 789.8 | 715.5 |
| Net profit | 143.3 | 132.2 |
| Other comprehensive income | ||
| Total other comprehensive income for the period | - | - |
| Total comprehensive income for the period | 143.3 | 132.2 |
| Transactions with owners | ||
| Dividend paid | -64.3 | -58.4 |
| Share-based payments | - | 0.5 |
| Closing balance at the end of period | 868.8 | 789.8 |
| 31 Dec | |
|---|---|
| SEK million | 2017 |
| Subsidiaries | |
| Net sales | 27.1 |
| Dividend received | 110.7 |
| Group contribution received | 112.4 |
| Financial income | 31.0 |
| Receivables as per 31 Dec | 880.1 |
| Liabilities as per 31 Dec | 521.5 |
| 31 Dec | 31 Dec | |
|---|---|---|
| SEK million | 2017 | 2016 |
| Pledged assets | none | none |
| Contingent liabilities | 356.1 | 363.9* |
*The amount for 2016 has been changed since last year´s annual report due to an updated view regarding the parent company´s General guarantees.
| 31 Dec 2017 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Measured at | Derivatives that | Financial instruments | Total | |
| fair value via | are used for hedge | not reported | carrying | |
| SEK million | income statement | accounting | at fair value | amount |
| Accounts receivable | - | - | 529.5 | 529.5 |
| Foreign exchange forward contracts | ||||
| entered *) | - | 0.2 | - | 0.2 |
| Other current receivables | - | - | 139.1 | 139.1 |
| Cash and cash equivalents | - | - | 360.9 | 360.9 |
| Total | - | 0.2 | 1,029.5 | 1,029.7 |
| Financial leasing liabilities | - | - | 0.4 | 0.4 |
| Bank loans | - | - | 822.4 | 822.4 |
| Accounts payable | - | - | 298.9 | 298.9 |
| Foreign exchange forward contracts | ||||
| entered *) | - | 0.1 | - | 0.1 |
| Other current liabilities | - | - | 387.2 | 387.2 |
| Total | - | 0.1 | 1,508.9 | 1,509.0 |
*) The Group holds financial instruments in the form of currency futures that are recorded at fair value in the balance sheet. The fair value of currency futures is determined by discounting the difference between the contracted forward rate and the forward rate that can be subscribed on the closing date for the remaining contracted period. Discounting is made using market rates. The fair value for all contracts has been determined from directly or indirectly observable market data, i.e. level 2 according to IFRS 7. For other financial instruments, the fair value and the book value are materially consistent. For further information, refer to note 24 in the 2016 Annual Report.
On 7th November 2017, Nederman acquired 100 percent of the shares in NEO Monitors AS. NEO Monitors is a global pioneer in laser-based solutions for measuring gases and dust across all industries. The company has secured a leading position in all generations of laser-based measurement technologies and has the largest installed base of TDLS analyzers (Tunable Diode Laser Spectrometry), with more than 11 000 instruments installed in over 40 countries. The company's expertise and engineering capabilities allows for more than 100 different configurations tailored to customer needs, helping global industries to achieve better processes control, decreased operational costs and increased efficiency. NEO Monitors is now part of Nederman Insight. The NEO Monitor brand and team will continue to operate as before. The solutions will become an integrated part of the Nederman Insight applications and digital ecosystem that builds on connectivity and Internet of Things. NEO Monitors AS has approximately 40 employees and had a turnover of SEK 132.0 m in 2017.
The acquisition price amounts to SEK 407.5 m on a cash and debt-free basis, financed by a combination of cash and existing banking facilities. The purchase price is divided into two parts. Part one, amounting to SEK 256.1 m, was paid on the date of the takeover and part two will be paid two calendar years after completion of the transaction. The acquisition analysis is preliminary. Of total intangible fixed assets, SEK 84 m relates to development work and SEK 22 m relates to customer contracts. The fair value of accounts receivable amounts to SEK 13.9 m. Acquisition-related expenses amount to SEK 7.7 m and relate to fees paid to consultants in connection with the transaction, including due diligence and legal advice. These expenses have been charged to operating profit.
| Acquisition price | 407.5 |
|---|---|
| Of which deferred payment | 155.5 |
| Reported | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| values at | Adjustment | Fair value/ | |
| Identifiable acquired assets and liabilities, SEK million | acquisition date | to fair value | Total |
| Intangible fixed assets | 2.0 | 106.3 | 108.3 |
| Tangible fixed assets | 4.7 | - | 4.7 |
| Inventories | 29.5 | - | 29.5 |
| Accounts receivables and other receivables | 15.6 | - | 15.6 |
| Cash and cash equivalents | 22.8 | - | 22.8 |
| Interest-bearing liabilities | -15.8 | - | -15.8 |
| Accounts payables and other operating liabilities | -17.0 | - | -17.0 |
| Tax liabilities | -2.3 | - | -2.3 |
| Deferred tax liability | 3.5 | -25.5 | -22.0 |
| Total identifiable net assets | 43.0 | 80.8 | 123.8 |
| Goodwill | 283.7 | ||
| Total | 407.5 | ||
| Transferred compensation | -256.1 | ||
| Acquired cash and cash equivalents | 22.8 | ||
| Impact on the Group's cash and cash equivalents | -233.3 | ||
| Net sales during holding time | 28.2 | ||
| Net sales 2017 before acquisition | 103.8 | ||
| Net profit during holding period | 3,6 | ||
| Net profit for 2017 before the acquisition | 7,0 |
In addition to information on our reported IFRS results, we provide certain information on an underlying business performance basis. We believe that our underlying business performance measures provide meaningful supplemental information to both management, investors and other stakeholders. These underlying business performance measures should not be viewed in isolation or as substitutes to the equivalent IFRS measures, but should be used in conjunction with the most directly comparable IFRS measures in the reported results. This is a consistent application compared to previous periods. The following underlying business measures are used:
Adjusted operating profit Adjusted operating margin EBITDA Adjusted EBITDA
Adjusted EBITDA margin Net debt Net debt/equity ratio Return on equity
Return on operating capital Net debt/Adjusted EBITDA Interest Cover Ratio Organic growth
| 1 Oct-31Dec | 1 Jan-31 Dec | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK million | 2017 | 2016 | 2017 | 2016 |
| Operating profit | 99.1 | 85.5 | 278.1 | 250.3 |
| Acquisition cost | 7.7 | - | 7.7 | - |
| Adjusted operating profit | 106.8 | 85.5 | 285.8 | 250.3 |
| Adjusted operating profit | 106.8 | 85.5 | 285.8 | 250.3 |
| Net sales | 860.0 | 820.1 | 3,148.5 | 3,107.3 |
| Adjusted operating margin, % | 12.4 | 10.4 | 9.1 | 8.1 |
| Operating profit | 99.1 | 85.5 | 278.1 | 250.3 |
| Depreciation and amortization | 14.7 | 12.2 | 52.7 | 47.7 |
| EBITDA | 113.8 | 97.7 | 330.8 | 298.0 |
| EBITDA | 113.8 | 97.7 | 330.8 | 298.0 |
| Acquisition cost | 7.7 | - | 7.7 | - |
| Adjusted EBITDA | 121.5 | 97.7 | 338.5 | 298.0 |
| Adjusted EBITDA | 121.5 | 97.7 | 338.5 | 298.0 |
| Net sales | 860.0 | 820.1 | 3,148.5 | 3,107.3 |
| Adjusted EBITDA margin, % | 14.1 | 11.9 | 10.8 | 9.6 |
| Cash and cash equivalents | 360.9 | 287.8 | ||
| Long-term interest-bearing liabilities | 822.5 | 702.4 | ||
| Pension liabilities | 123.4 | 109.2 | ||
| Current interest-bearing liabilities | 0.3 | 0.5 | ||
| Net debt | 585.3 | 524.3 | ||
| Net debt | 585.3 | 524.3 | ||
| Equity - Closing balance | 1,075.8 | 982.2 | ||
| Net debt/equity ratio, % | 54.4 | 53.4 | ||
| Equity - Opening balance | 995.6 | 903.9 | 982.2 | 837.1 |
| Equity - Closing balance | 1,075.8 | 982.2 | 1,075.8 | 982.2 |
| Equity - average | 1,035.7 | 943.1 | 1,029.0 | 909.7 |
| Net profit | 73.2 | 61.1 | 186.3 | 172.1 |
| Return on shareholders' equity, % | 28.3 | 25.9 | 18.1 | 18.9 |
| 1 Oct-31Dec | 1 Jan-31 Dec | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK million | 2017 | 2016 | 2017 | 2016 | |
| Equity - average | 1,035.7 | 943.1 | 1,029.0 | 909.7 | |
| Net Debt - opening balance | 454.5 | 654.3 | 524.3 | 635.6 | |
| Net Debt - closing balance | 585.3 | 524.3 | 585.3 | 524.3 | |
| Net Debt - average | 519.9 | 589.3 | 554.8 | 580.0 | |
| Operating capital - average | 1,555.6 | 1,532.4 | 1,583.8 | 1,489.7 | |
| Adjusted operating profit | 106.8 | 85.5 | 285.8 | 250.3 | |
| Return on operating capital, % | 27.5 | 22.3 | 18.0 | 16.8 | |
| Net debt | 585.3 | 524.3 | |||
| Adjusted EBITDA | 338.5 | 298.0 | |||
| Net debt/Adjusted EBITDA, multiple | 1.7 | 1.8 | |||
| Profit before tax | 260.1 | 231.7 | |||
| Financial expense | 24.8 | 21.4 | |||
| Acquisition cost | 7.7 | - | |||
| EBT excl. financial expenses, acquisition costs and restructuring costs | 292.6 | 253.1 | |||
| Financial expense | 24.8 | 21.4 | |||
| Interest cover ratio, multiple | 11.8 | 11.8 | |||
| Incoming orders, same period in previous year | 830.5 | 732.2 | 2,992.3 | 3,171.8 | |
| Change in incoming orders, organic | -6.5 | 63.8 | 137.6 | -209.0 | |
| Change in incoming orders, currency effects | -24.9 | 26.9 | 10.6 | -8.4 | |
| Change in incoming orders, acquisitions | 16.8 | 7.6 | 16.8 | 37.9 | |
| Incoming orders | 815.9 | 830.5 | 3,157.3 | 2,992.3 | |
| Order growth, %, organic | -0.8 | 9.1 | 4.6 | -6.7 | |
| Order growth, %, currency effects | -3.0 | 3.3 | 0.3 | -0.3 | |
| Order growth, %, acquisitions | 2.0 | 1.0 | 0.6 | 1.3 | |
| Order growth, %, | -1.8 | 13.4 | 5.5 | -5.7 | |
| Net sales, comparative period previous year | 820.1 | 898.6 | 3,107.3 | 3,198.0 | |
| Change in net sales, organic | 39.9 | -109.4 | 3.6 | -127.1 | |
| Change in net sales, currency effects | -27.7 | 27.5 | 9.9 | -7.3 | |
| Change in net sales, acquisitions | 27.7 | 3.4 | 27.7 | 43.7 | |
| Net sales | 860.0 | 820.1 | 3,148.5 | 3,107.3 | |
| Sales growth, %, organic | 4.9 | -12.6 | 0.1 | -4.0 | |
| Sales growth, %, currency effects | -3.4 | 3.5 | 0.3 | -0.2 | |
| Sales growth, %, acquisitions | 3.4 | 0.4 | 0.9 | 1.4 | |
| Sales growth, % | 4.9 | -8.7 | 1.3 | -2.8 |
Non-allocated items refer mainly to costs relating to the parent company, Nederman Holding AB, which includes the central head office functions.
| 1 Oct-31Dec | 1 Jan-31 Dec | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mkr | 2017 | 2016 | 2017 | 2016 |
| EMEA | ||||
| Incoming orders | 414.0 | 395.5 | 1,530.6 | 1,439.4 |
| External net sales | 428.7 | 374.1 | 1,517.5 | 1,420.6 |
| Depreciation | -7.3 | -5.0 | -23.6 | -22.2 |
| Adjusted operating profit | 68.0 | 50.5 | 205.9 | 168.1 |
| Adjusted operating margin, % | 15.9 | 13.5 | 13.6 | 11.8 |
| APAC | ||||
| Incoming orders | 109.0 | 75.3 | 428.3 | 358.4 |
| External net sales | 121.5 | 94.6 | 402.7 | 379.6 |
| Depreciation | -0.8 | -1.1 | -3.5 | -4.7 |
| Adjusted operating profit | 11.6 | 2.9 | 9.3 | -9.3 |
| Adjusted operating margin, % | 9.5 | 3.1 | 2.3 | -2.5 |
| Americas | ||||
| Incoming orders | 292.9 | 359.7 | 1,198.4 | 1,194.5 |
| External net sales | 309.8 | 351.4 | 1,228.3 | 1,307.1 |
| Depreciation | -3.7 | -4.7 | -15.9 | -15.7 |
| Adjusted operating profit | 45.4 | 42.7 | 136.9 | 140.4 |
| Adjusted operating margin, % | 14.7 | 12.2 | 11.1 | 10.7 |
| Other - non-allocated | ||||
| Depreciation | -2.9 | -1.4 | -9.7 | -5.1 |
| Adjusted operating profit | -18.2 | -10.6 | -66.3 | -48.9 |
| The Group | ||||
| Incoming orders | 815.9 | 830.5 | 3,157.3 | 2,992.3 |
| Net sales | 860.0 | 820.1 | 3,148.5 | 3,107.3 |
| Depreciation | -14.7 | -12.2 | -52.7 | -47.7 |
| Adjusted operating profit | 106.8 | 85.5 | 285.8 | 250.3 |
| Acquisition cost | -7.7 | - | -7.7 | - |
| Operating profit | 99.1 | 85.5 | 278.1 | 250.3 |
| Profit before tax | 97.9 | 74.0 | 260.1 | 231.7 |
| Net profit | 73.2 | 61.1 | 186.3 | 172.1 |
A telephone conference regarding the report will be held, in English, today, Thursday, 15 Februari at 10.00. Nederman's President and CEO, Sven Kristensson and CFO, Matthew Cusick will present the report and answer questions.
To participate in the conference please call +46 8 566 426 62 or UK tel. no. +44 203 008 9806. The conference will also be streamed over the internet.
Visit our website to participate in the webcast: http://www.nedermangroup.com/sv-SE/Investors/Reports/ Webcast.
| • Interim report 1: | 19 April 2018 |
|---|---|
| • AGM: | 19 April 2018 |
| • Interim report 2: | 12 July 2018 |
| • Interim report 3: | 18 October 2018 |
This report contains forward-looking statements that are based on the current expectations of Nederman's management. Although management believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, no assurance can be given that such expectations will prove correct. Accordingly, results could differ materially from those implied in the forward-looking statements as a result of, among other factors, changes in economic, market and competitive conditions, changes in the regulatory environment and other government actions, fluctuations in exchange rates and other factors.
Nederman is required to disclose the information provided herein according to the Swedish Securities Exchange and Clearing Operations Act and/or the Financial Instrument Trading Act. The information has been made public at 08.00 CET on 15 February 2018.
Sven Kristensson, CEO Telephone +46 (0)42-18 87 00 e-mail: [email protected]
Matthew Cusick, CFO Telephone +46 (0)42-18 87 00 e-mail: [email protected]
For further information, see Nederman's website: www.nedermangroup.com
Nederman Holding AB (publ), Box 602, 251 06 Helsingborg, Sweden Telephone +46 (0)42-18 87 00 Swedish corporate identity no.: 556576-4205
Operating profit before depreciation/amortization and impairment loss, excluding acquisition and restructuring costs.
Adjusted EBITDA margin Adjusted EBITDA as percentage of net sales.
Adjusted operating margin Adjusted operating profit as percentage of net sales.
Adjusted operating profit Operating profit excluding acquisition and restructuring costs
Annual average Average of year-beginning and year-end balance.
Net profit attributable to Parent Company shareholders in relation to average number of share outstanding plus average number of convertibles and options, as calculated in accordance with IAS 33.
Net profit attributable to Parent Company shareholders divided by average number of shares outstanding.
Operating profit before depreciation/amortization and impairment loss.
EBITDA margin EBITDA as a percentage of net sales.
Equity divided by total assets (balance sheet total).
Profit before tax with return of financial expenses in relation to financial expenses.
Interest-bearing liabilities (including pensions) minus cash and cash equivalents.
Net debt/equity ratio Net debt divided by shareholders' equity.
Operating capital Shareholders' equity plus net debt.
Operating margin Operating profit as percentage of net sales.
Operating profit after depreciation/amortization and impairment loss.
Organic growth is the growth rate that does not come from acquisitions and currency effects, compared with the corresponding period in the previous year.
Net profit for the period divided by average shareholders' equity
Adjusted operating profit as a percentage of average operating capital
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