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Airthings — Investor Presentation 2022
May 5, 2022
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May 5, 2022
Oyvind Birkenes, CEO Jeremy Gerst, CFO
1Q22 Presentation
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This presentation was prepared in connection with the 1Q results released on May 5th, 2022. Information contained herein will not be updated. The following slides should also be read and considered in connection with the information given orally during the presentation.


Empower the world to breathe better
High-growth and expanding business

Strong revenue growth YoY and resupplied inventory
- Sales revenue of USD 9.1M, up 41% YoY
- Gross profit margin of 59%, same as 1Q21. Impacted by component cost inflation, and product mix
- Resupplied inventory with View series, offsetting some production and supply risks
- 2Q22 revenue guidance of USD 8 – 9M

1Q Highlights
1Q22 up 41% YoY to USD 9.1M in revenues, 59% GPM, and ARR of USD 3.1M
Strong brand exposure driven by Airthings Masters, CES and AHR

Discontinuing Airtight as a standalone product following a thorough pilot process, bringing with us key learnings and innovations on how to save energy in buildings. This does not change our 2024 financial goals.
First project with Sodexo for Microsoft office in Paris



Airthings for Business Now in Japan

The PRO market for US home inspections continued to be challenging in 1Q22 as the hot housing market has forced buyers to forgo home inspections.
Update by Segment

Consumer
For everyone with a home

Business
For commercial & public buildings

Pro
For home inspectors & radon professionals


Consumer Segment 1Q Update
- Revenue of USD 6.1M, up 42% YoY
- Gross Profit Margin was 55.0% in 1Q, one percentage point down from 1Q21
- Product- and channel mix combined with higher component prices affects the margin
- Further expansion with Home Depot and Canadian Tire
- In-store rollout with Officeworks in Australia
- Exertis signed as new distributor for the Nordics
- Global uncertainties affecting market visibility

Business Segment 1Q Update
- Sales revenue of USD 2.2M, with 101% YoY growth
- 60.4% Gross Profit Margin
- Increasing share of business
- From ~17% in 1Q21 to ~25% in 1Q22
- ~4000 units shipped to schools in the Netherlands following new IAQ regulation
- Strong underlying growth from a broad range of partners
- Restructuring the AfB commercial team in the US
Strong momentum in Airthings for Business
- Strong momentum with recent wins in the AfB segment
- Rolling out Airthings for Business at Microsoft HQ through partnership with facility manager Sodexo
- First devices shipped
- Promising opportunity going forward


Rapidly rolling out devices in the field
- Recent wins adding to AfB portfolio
- Over 35 thousand devices currently active in the field
- More than tripled since 1Q21




Pro Segment 1Q Update
- Sales revenue of USD 0.7M, representing decline of 29% YoY
- Challenging home inspector market, leading to slow sales in the segment
- 87.7% Gross Profit Margin up from 76.8% in Q121


Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR)
- ARR of USD 3.1M, up 87% YoY
- >80% gross profits from ARR
- 2Q22 ARR guidance of USD 3.3 – 3.7M, mainly driven by continued new sales in Airthings for Business
Note: Note: ARR equals annualized sales from all active subscriptions, licenses and service contracts within AfB and Pro. (i.e. subscription service revenues booked in December multiplied by 12)

Brand awareness
- Airthings Masters kicked off in February 2022
- Over 9 billion media impressions globally with news in over 10 languages
- Record breaking media coverage from leading news institutions worldwide
- 1.2 million Unique Web Visitors in 1Q22, up 127% year-on-year



Breathe Better Report Airthings Sustainability Journey 2021


Financials Jeremy Gerst, CFO
Income Statement
Sales revenue of USD 9.1M, up 41% YoY
Sales gross margin at 59% for 1Q
• Component cost inflation, product mix and channel mix
EBITDA of USD -3.4M
• Personnel expenses in accordance with growth plan
EBIT of USD -3.8M
• Depreciation of right -of-use assets for leases recognized under IFRS 16
| (USD'000) | 1Q22 | 1Q21 |
|---|---|---|
| Total revenue | 9 062 | 6 407 |
| Cost of sales |
3 735 | 2 596 |
| Gross profit | 5 327 | 3 811 |
| Sales Gross Margin | 59% | 59% |
| Payroll expenses |
4 432 | 3 330 |
| Other operating expenses | 4 329 | 3 126 |
| EBITDA | -3 434 | -2 645 |
| Depreciation and amortization | 375 | 291 |
| Operating profit / EBIT |
-3 809 | -2 935 |
| Financial income / (expenses) | -288 | -170 |
| Profit (loss) before tax |
-4 097 | -3 105 |
| Income tax | -966 | 194 |
| Net profit (loss) | -3 131 | -3 299 |
|--|
| Basic earnings per share | -0.02 | -0.02 |
|---|---|---|
| Diluted earnings per share | -0.02 | -0.02 |
Balance Sheet
Change in assets
- Deferred tax asset
- Inventory increase due to resupply of inventory and component price increase
- Receivables increase due to prepayments to secure critical components
Change in liabilities
- Long-term liabilities
- Accounts payable up due to company growth
- Other current liabilities change mainly due to accrued subscription revenues and accrued expenses
| (USD'000) | 31.03.2022 | 31.03.2021 |
|---|---|---|
| Assets | ||
| Intangible assets |
2 884 | 2 296 |
| Goodwill | 3 236 | 3 320 |
| Property, plant and equipment | 893 | 712 |
| Right -of-use assets |
4 160 | 3 487 |
| Deferred tax assets |
5 523 | 2 723 |
| Other non -current assets |
682 | 1 227 |
| Total non -current assets |
17 377 | 13 765 |
| Inventories | 12 947 | 5 706 |
| Trade receivables | 10 321 | 4 741 |
| Other receivables | 4 004 | 2 547 |
| Cash and cash equivalents | 35 607 | 58 413 |
| Total current assets | 62 879 | 71 407 |
| Total assets | 80 256 | 85 172 |
| Total equity | 65 465 | 73 593 |
| Non -current lease liabilities |
3 636 | 3 176 |
| Deferred tax liabilities |
- | 334 |
| Non -current provisions |
682 | 1 153 |
| Total non -current liabilities |
4 317 | 4 663 |
| Lease liabilities | 779 | 475 |
| Trade and other payables | 7 173 | 4 004 |
| Government grants | - | 62 |
| Contract liabilities |
963 | 947 |
| Income tax payable |
10 | 4 |
| Provisions | 1 550 | 1 424 |
| Total current liabilities |
10 473 | 6 916 |
| Total equity and liabilities | 80 256 | 85 172 |
Cash Flow Statement
Cash flow from operating activities USD -6.4M
- Operating loss
- Net working capital
- Increased inventory, receivables and provisions
Cash flow from investment activities of USD -0.6M
• Internally generated intangible assets, purchase of software, production tooling and office equipment
Cash flow from financing activities of USD 0.5M
• Equity issuance and payments for lease liabilities


Summary and outlook

Summary
- Revenue of USD 9.1M, up 41% year-on-year
- Resupplied inventory to reduce risk from global component shortages and logistical challenges
- Gross Profit Margin of 59% reflecting product and channel mix in Consumer, and component cost inflation
- Strong momentum for Airthings for Business with promising wins and 101% YoY growth in the quarter
- Expected ramp-up of distribution in the consumer segment with strengthened strategic partnerships
- ARR growth of 87% year-on-year

2Q22 Outlook
- 2Q22 revenue estimated at USD 8.0 9.0M
- ARR expected to grow to USD 3.3 3.7M during the second quarter
- Transition to Oslo Stock Exchange's main list on schedule for June 2022
Guidance 2Q22
| Revenue and ARR guidance (USD M) | 2Q22 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | 8.0 – 9.0 |
| Annual Recurring Revenue | 3.3 – 3.7 |

Exciting long-term outlook
Global leader in indoor air quality for homes and businesses
Consumer Segment
- Increasing market demand, spearheaded by the new View Series
- Continuous channel expansion, market penetration and scaling
>USD 60M revenue by 2024
Business Segment
- Building on record sales levels achieved in 2021
- Improve margins by growing ARR
- Continue proven partnership model
>USD 40M revenue by 2024 >USD 20M ARR by 2024 2024 Goal
Revenue of USD 100M+*
* IFRS
ARR of USD 20M+
Long-term EBITDA margin target >25%

Breathe better. Live better.
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