Annual / Quarterly Financial Statement • Aug 25, 2014
Annual / Quarterly Financial Statement
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FACC AG, Ried im Innkreis
Consolidated Financial Statements as of 28 February 2014, Management Report for the Group and Auditor's Report
We draw attention to the fact that the English translation of these consolidated financial statements, this management report for the Group and this auditor's report is presented for the convenience of the reader only and that the German wording is the only legally binding version.
Consolidated Financial Statements
as at
28 February 2014
| Note | Balance as at 1 March 2012 (adjusted) |
Balance as at 28 February 2013 (adjusted) |
Balance as at 28 February 2014 |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | ||
| ASSETS | ||||
| Non-current assets | ||||
| Intangible assets | 5 | 82,914 | 86,510 | 109,103 |
| Property, plant and equipment | 6 | 72,235 | 92,157 | 130,789 |
| Other non-current financial assets | 7 | 1,347 | 1,538 | 1,730 |
| Non-current receivables | 9 | 16,141 | 20,878 | 16,676 |
| 172,637 | 201,083 | 258,298 | ||
| Current assets | ||||
| Inventories | 8 | 44,763 | 56,365 | 81,049 |
| Trade receivables | 9 | 63,978 | 97,165 | 100,111 |
| Receivables from construction contracts | 9 | 11,964 | 28,198 | 25,144 |
| Other receivables and deferred income | 9 | 8,309 | 5,893 | 19,017 |
| Receivables from affiliated companies | 9 | 6,714 | 112 | 13,912 |
| Derivative financial instruments | 14 | 2,851 | 4,759 | 3,590 |
| Cash and cash equivalents | 10 | 19,169 | 35,834 | 46,064 |
| 157,748 | 228,327 | 288,887 | ||
| Total assets | 330,385 | 429,410 | 547,185 | |
| EQUITY | ||||
| Equity attributable to equity holders of the parent | ||||
| Share capital | 11 | 80,000 | 80,000 | 80,000 |
| Capital reserve | 11 | 3,000 | 3,000 | 3,000 |
| Currency translation reserve | (79) | (80) | (132) | |
| Revenue reserves | 11 | 9,915 | 10,894 | 11,297 |
| Other reserves* | 11 | (9) | (685) | (1,434) |
| Retained earnings | 67,964 | 86,130 | 108,606 | |
| Non-controlling interests | 160,791 - |
179,258 - |
201,337 (5) |
|
| Total equity | 160,791 | 179,258 | 201,332 | |
| LIABILITIES | ||||
| Non-current liabilities | ||||
| Promissory note loans | 12 | - | 45,000 | 45,000 |
| Bonds | 12 | - | - | 88,893 |
| Other financial liabilities | 13 | 17,275 | 18,187 | 57,028 |
| Derivative financial instruments | 14 | 7,625 | 11,734 | 9,953 |
| Investment grants | 15 | 11,765 | 10,538 | 9,776 |
| Employee benefit obligations* | 16 | 5,471 | 6,868 | 7,581 |
| Deferred taxes* | 30 | 12,063 | 13,016 | 20,818 |
| 54,199 | 105,343 | 239,049 | ||
| Current liabilities | ||||
| Trade payables | 17 | 35,430 | 55,450 | 55,542 |
| Other liabilities and deferred income | 18 | 14,350 | 18,031 | 23,363 |
| Other financial liabilities | 13 | 35,973 | 49,921 | 10,817 |
| Bonds | 20,000 | - | - | |
| Derivative financial instruments | 14 | - | 688 | - |
| Other provisions | 19 | 7,510 | 13,784 | 10,353 |
| Investment grants | 15 | 1,170 | 1,233 | 836 |
| Income tax liabilities | 962 | - | - | |
| Liabilities to affiliated companies | 18 | - | 5,702 | 5,893 |
| 115,395 | 144,809 | 106,804 | ||
| Total liabilities | 169,594 | 250,152 | 345,853 | |
| Total equity and liabilities | 330,385 | 429,410 | 547,185 |
* Adjustment of prior year values pursuant to IAS 8.19 b), reference to notes to the consolidated financial statements, Note 2(a) adjustment pursuant to IAS 8 on the basis of the application of IAS 19 in the version as of 16 June 2011.
| Note | 2012/2013 (adjusted) |
2013/2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | ||
| Revenue | 4 | 433,925 | 546,482 |
| Changes in inventories | 20 | 5,523 | (8,186) |
| Own work capitalised | 21 | 4,741 | 9,758 |
| Cost of materials and purchased services | 22 | (257,105) | (308,959) |
| Staff costs | 23 | (110,129) | (142,025) |
| Depreciation and amortisation | 25 | (16,267) | (17,362) |
| Other operating income and expenses | 26 | (25,027) | (37,215) |
| Earnings before interest, taxes and fair value measurement of derivative | ────── | ────── | |
| financial instruments | 35,661 | 42,493 | |
| Finance costs | 27 | (2,718) | (7,495) |
| Interest income from financial instruments | 28 | 24 | 275 |
| Fair value measurement of derivative financial instruments | 29 | (4,969) | 1,781 |
| Profit before taxes | ────── 27,998 |
────── 37,054 |
|
| Income taxes | 30 | (6,853) | (8,180) |
| Profit after taxes | ────── 21,145 |
────── 28,874 |
|
| Items subsequently reclassified to profit or loss | ────── | ────── | |
| Currency translation differences from consolidation | (1) | (52) | |
| Fair value measurement of securities (net of tax) | 14 | 10 | |
| Cash flow hedges (net of tax) | 11 | (50) | (549) |
| Items subsequently not reclassified to profit or loss | |||
| Revaluation effects of pensions and termination benefits (net of tax)* | 16 | (640) ────── |
(210) ────── |
| Other comprehensive income for the year* | (677) ────── |
(801) ────── |
|
| Total comprehensive income for the year* | 20,468 ══════ |
28,073 ══════ |
|
| Note | 2012/2013 | 2013/2014 | |
| Profit after taxes | |||
| attributable to: | |||
| Equity holders of the parent | 21,145 | 28,894 | |
| Non-controlling equity holders | - | (20) | |
| Total comprehensive income for the year attributable to: |
|||
| Equity holders of the parent | 20,468 | 28,093 | |
| Non-controlling equity holders | - | (20) | |
| Earnings per share, in relation to the profit after taxes attributable to equity holders of the parent during the year (expressed in EUR per share) |
|||
| Basic | 35 | 0.53 | 0.72 |
* Adjustment of prior year values pursuant to IAS 8.19 b), reference to notes to the consolidated financial statements, Note 2(a) adjustment pursuant to IAS 8 on the basis of the application of IAS 19 in the version as of 16 June 2011.
| Other reserves | |||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share capital |
Capital reserve |
Currency translation reserve |
Revenue reserves |
Available-for sale securities |
Hedging reserve |
Reserve IAS 19 |
Retained earnings |
Equity attributable to equity holders of the parent |
Non controlling interests |
Total equity | |
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Balance as at 1 March 2012 (as reported) Effects from the adjustment of accounting policies |
80,000 | 3,000 | (79) | 9,915 | (69) | 599 | 0 | 67,964 | 161,330 | — | 161,330 |
| (Note 2(a)) | — | — | — | — | — | — | (539) | — | (539) | — | (539) |
| Balance as at 1 March 2012 (adjusted) | 80,000 | 3,000 | (79) | 9,915 | (69) | 599 | (539) | 67,964 | 160,791 | — | 160,791 |
| Profit after taxes | — | — | — | 979 | — | — | — | 20,166 | 21,145 | — | 21,145 |
| Other comprehensive income | |||||||||||
| Currency translation differences from consolidation | — | — | (1) | — | — | — | — | — | (1) | — | (1) |
| Fair value measurement of securities (net of tax) | — | — | — | — | 14 | — | — | — | 14 | — | 14 |
| Revaluation effects of pension and termination benefits (net of tax)* |
(640) | — | (640) | — | (640) | ||||||
| Cash flow hedges (net of tax) | — | — | — | — | — | (50) | — | (50) | — | (50) | |
| Total other comprehensive income | — | — | (1) | — | 14 | (50) | (640) | — | (677) | — | (677) |
| Total comprehensive income* | — | — | (1) | 979 | 14 | (50) | (640) | 20,166 | 20,468 | — | 20,468 |
| Dividends paid | — | — | — | — | — | — | (2,000) | (2,000) | — | (2,000) | |
| Balance as at 28 February 2013 | 80,000 | 3,000 | (80) | 10,894 | (55) | 549 | (1,179) | 86,130 | 179,258 | — | 179,258 |
* Adjustment of prior year values pursuant to IAS 8.19 b), reference to notes to the consolidated financial statements, Note 2(a) adjustment pursuant to IAS 8 on the basis of the application of IAS 19 in the version as of 16 June 2011.
| Other reserves | |||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share capital |
Capital reserve |
Currency translation reserve |
Revenue reserves |
Available-for sale securities |
Hedging reserve |
Reserve IAS 19 |
Retained earnings |
Equity attributable to equity holders of the parent |
Non controlling interests |
Total equity | |
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Balance as at 1 March 2013 (adjusted) | 80,000 | 3,000 | (80) | 10,894 | (55) | 549 | (1,179) | 86,130 | 179,258 | — | 179,258 |
| Profit after taxes | — | — | — | 403 | — | — | — | 28,491 | 28,894 | (20) | 28,874 |
| Other comprehensive income Currency translation differences from consolidation |
— | — | (52) | — | — | — | — | — | (52) | — | (52) |
| Fair value measurement of securities (net of tax) | — | — | — | — | 10 | — | — | — | 10 | — | 10 |
| Revaluation effects of pension and termination benefits (net of tax)* |
— | — | — | — | — | — | (210) | — | (210) | — | (210) |
| Cash flow hedges (net of tax) | — | — | — | — | — | (549) | — | — | (549) | — | (549) |
| Total other comprehensive income | — | — | (52) | — | 10 | (549) | (210) | — | (801) | — | (801) |
| Total comprehensive income* | — | — | (52) | 403 | 10 | (549) | (210) | 28,491 | 28,093 | (20) | 28,073 |
| Dividends paid | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | (6,000) | (6,000) | — | (6,000) |
| Other changes | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | (15) | (15) | — | (15) |
| Effects from initial consolidation | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 15 | 15 |
| Balance as at 28 February 2014 | 80,000 | 3,000 | (132) | 11,297 | (45) | - | (1,389) | 108,606 | 201,337 | (5) | 201,332 |
* Adjustment of prior year values pursuant to IAS 8.19 b), reference to notes to the consolidated financial statements, Note 2(a) adjustment pursuant to IAS 8 on the basis of the application of IAS 19 in the version as of 16 June 2011.
| 2012/2013 (adjusted) |
2013/2014 | |
|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Operating activities | ||
| Earnings before interest, taxes and fair value measurement of derivative financial | ||
| instruments | 35,661 | 42,493 |
| Fair value measurement of derivative financial instruments | (4,969) | 1,781 |
| 30,692 | 44,274 | |
| Plus/minus Change in investment grants |
||
| Depreciation and amortisation | (1,164) | 1,587 17,362 |
| Losses/(gains) on disposal of non-current assets | 16,267 | |
| Changes in financial instruments1 | 849 | 17,568 |
| Change in non-current receivables | 2,887 | (1,299) |
| Revaluation effects of pensions and termination benefits* | (4,737) | 4,202 |
| Change in employee benefit obligations, non-current* | (853) | (280) |
| 1,397 | 713 | |
| 45,338 | 84,127 | |
| Changes in net current assets | ||
| Change in inventories | (11,602) | (24,684) |
| Changes in receivables and deferred items | (40,403) | (25,782) |
| Change in trade payables | 20,021 | 91 |
| Change in current provisions | 6,275 | (3,432) |
| Change in other current liabilities | 3,494 | 6,738 |
| Cash generated from operations | 23,123 | (37,058) |
| Interest received | 24 | 275 |
| Tax paid | (1,012) | (159) |
| Net cash generated from operating activities | 22,135 | 37,174 |
| Investment activities | ||
| Purchase of non-current financial assets | (173) | (173) |
| Acquisition of subsidiaries, net of cash acquired | — | 391 |
| Purchase of property, plant and equipment | (30,459) | (58,470) |
| Purchase of intangible assets | (3,405) | (6,055) |
| Payments for addition to development costs | (6,575) | (36,374) |
| Net cash used in investing activities | (40,612) | (100,681) |
| Financing activities | ||
| Proceeds from financial loans and bonds | 62,778 | 132,568 |
| Repayments of financial loans and bonds | (22,918) | (45,337) |
| Payments of interest on financial loans and bonds | (2,719) | (7,494) |
| Dividends paid | (2,000) | (6,000) |
| Net cash generated from/(used in) financing activities | 35,141 | 73,737 |
| Net change in cash and cash equivalents | 16,664 | 10,230 |
| Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the period | 19,170 | 35,834 |
| Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period | 35,834 | 46,064 |
1 Includes changes in financial instruments not considered part of net current assets, i.e. mainly derivatives.
* Adjustment of prior year values pursuant to IAS 8.19 b) reference to notes to the consolidated financial statements, Note 2(a) adjustment pursuant to IAS 8 on the basis of the application of IAS 19 in the version as of 16 June 2011.
In the following the notes are presented for the two reporting periods ended 28 February 2013 and 28 February 2014.
FACC AG, headquartered in A-4910 Ried im Innkreis, Fischerstraße 9, is a company incorporated in Austria for the development, production and servicing of aircraft components. The Company was founded in 1989. The principal activities of the FACC AG Group are the manufacturing of structural components, such as engine cowlings, wing claddings or control surfaces, as well as interiors for modern commercial aircraft. The components are manufactured using mainly composites.
In the components made of such composites, the Group also integrates metallic components of titanium, high-alloy steel and other metals, and supplies these components to the aircraft final assembly lines ready for fitting.
On 3 October 2009 the owners of FACC AG and Xi'an Aircraft Industry (Group) Company Ltd. ("XAC") signed an agreement on XAC's (seated in Xian (China)) acquisition of the majority share in FACC AG. XAC is specialised in the development and production of structural components for large and medium-sized aircraft.
On 3 December 2009 (acquisition date), XAC officially became the majority shareholder of FACC AG. 91.25% of the shares in FACC AG thus were transferred to XAC via the holding companies Aerospace Innovation Investment GmbH, seated in Ried im Innkreis, and Aero Vision Holding GmbH, seated in Ried im Innkreis, by way of two separate share purchase agreements dated 3 December 2009.
For the remaining 8.75% of the shares in FACC AG, two separate option agreements were entered into on the same date, i.e. on 3 December 2009, between XAC and the former owners. By way of these option agreements XAC via its Austrian holding companies (AIIG and AVH) economically acquired these stakes at the acquisition date by taking over the risks and rewards pertaining to these shares.
Shortly after the closing of the transaction, XAC decided to increase the capital of FACC AG from EUR 40 million to EUR 80 million to provide additional funding for the planned economic development of this company. After execution of the capital increase the holding companies Aerospace Innovation Investment GmbH (headquartered in Ried im Innkreis) and Aero Vision Holding GmbH (headquartered in Ried im Innkreis) held 95.625% of the shares in FACC AG.
The holding companies Aerospace Innovation Investment GmbH (headquartered in Ried im Innkreis) and Aero Vision Holding GmbH (headquartered in Ried im Innkreis) acquired a total of 4.375% of the shares in FACC AG held by minority shareholders. Upon completion of this reorganisation on 23 February 2011, the holding companies held 100% of the shares in FACC AG.
The principle accounting policies applied in the preparation of these consolidated financial statements are set out below. These policies have been consistently applied to all the reporting periods presented.
The consolidated financial statements as at 28 February 2014 have been prepared in accordance with the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) as adopted by the European Union and the provisions of Section 245a of the Austrian Commercial Code (UGB).
The consolidated financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention, with the exception of financial assets and financial liabilities (including derivative instruments) that were measured at fair value.
The preparation of the consolidated financial statements in conformity with IFRS requires the use of accounting estimates. It also requires management to exercise its judgement in the process of applying the Group's accounting policies. The areas involving a higher degree of judgement or complexity, or areas where assumptions and estimates are significant to the consolidated financial statements are disclosed in Note 2(b).
For the purpose of clarity, amounts are rounded and – where stated – reported in euro thousand.
The following new and amended standards and interpretations have been adopted for the first time for the fiscal year 2013/14 and have a material impact on the Group:
Amendment to IAS 1, "Presentation of Financial Statements". The amendment relates to the presentation of other comprehensive income. The material amendment is that entities are required to group items presented in other comprehensive income on the basis of whether they are potentially reclassifiable to profit or loss subsequently. The amendments do not address which items are presented in other comprehensive income.
IAS 19, 'Employee benefits', was amended in June 2011. The impact will be as follows: to immediately recognise all past service costs; and to replace interest cost and expected return on plan assets with a net interest amount that is calculated by applying the discount rate to the net defined benefit liability (asset). Actuarial gains or losses ("corridor approach") are no longer recognised with a time delay; these revaluation effects are instead directly recognised in other comprehensive income. The impact of the amendments with regard to figures arising from the elimination of the "corridor approach" is set out in Note 16. The Group does not hold any plan assets.
IFRS 13, 'Fair value measurement', aims to improve consistency and reduce complexity by providing a precise definition of fair value and a single source of fair value measurement and disclosure requirements for use across IFRSs. The requirements, which are largely aligned between IFRSs and US GAAP, do not extend the use of fair value accounting but provide guidance on how it should be applied where its use is already required or permitted by other standards within IFRSs or US GAAP.
A number of new standards and amendments to standards and interpretations will be effective in subsequent fiscal years. Such standards were not applied in preparing these consolidated financial statements.
IFRS 9, 'Financial instruments', addresses the classification, measurement and recognition of financial assets and financial liabilities. IFRS 9 was issued in November 2009 and October 2010. It replaces the parts of IAS 39, 'Financial instruments: Recognition and measurement', that relate to the classification and measurement of financial instruments. IFRS 9 requires financial assets to be classified into two measurement categories: those measured at fair value and those measured at amortised cost. The determination is made at initial recognition. The classification depends on the entity's business model for managing its financial instruments and the contractual cash flow characteristics of the instrument. For financial liabilities, the standard retains most of the IAS 39 requirements. The main change is that, in cases where the fair value option is taken for financial liabilities, the part of a fair value change due to an entity's own credit risk is recorded in other comprehensive income rather than the income statement, unless this creates an accounting mismatch. The Group intends to adopt IFRS 9 no later than the accounting period beginning after 1 January 2015. Furthermore, the Group will analyse the additional phases of IFRS 9 as soon as it is adopted by the IASB.
IFRS 10, 'Consolidated financial statements', builds on existing principles by identifying the concept of control as the determining factor in whether an entity should be included within the consolidated financial statements of the parent company. The standard provides additional guidance to assist in the determination of control where this is difficult to assess. The impact of the standard is likely to be immaterial, because no change in the consolidated group is expected. The Group intends to adopt IFRS 10 no later than in the following fiscal year.
IFRS 12, 'Disclosure of interests in other entities', includes the revised disclosure requirements of IAS 27 or IFRS 10, IAS 31 or IFRS 11 and IAS 28 in one single standard. The impact of the standard is likely to be immaterial. The Group intends to adopt IFRS 12 no later than the accounting period beginning on or after 1 January 2014.
Amendment to IAS 36 "Impairment of assets": Disclosure on the recoverable amount for non-financial assets. This amendment removed the obligation to provide specific information on the recoverable amount of cash generating units. Such information was previously required under IAS 36 and is now covered by IFRS 13. This amendment will only become effective in the following fiscal year.
There are no other standards or interpretations that are not yet effective that would be expected to have a material impact on the Group.
Assumptions and estimates were made in the preparation of the consolidated financial statements which had an effect on the amount of the reported assets, liabilities, income and expenses. These may lead to significant adjustments to assets and liabilities in subsequent fiscal years.
Estimates and judgements are continually evaluated and are based on historical experience and other factors, including expectations of future events that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances. The resulting accounting estimates may not necessarily be equal to the actual results. The estimates and assumptions that have a significant risk of causing a material adjustment to the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities within the next fiscal year are discussed below.
Employee benefit obligations comprise primarily pension obligations and provisions for termination benefits. Employee benefit obligations are calculated based on the present value of the estimated future cash outflows using interest rates determined by reference to market yields at the end of the reporting period based on high quality corporate bonds with the same currency and a term corresponding to the estimated term of benefit obligations.
Management appointed independent actuaries to carry out a full valuation to determine the expected employee benefit obligations that are required to be disclosed and accounted for in the accounts in accordance with the IFRS requirements.
The actuaries use assumptions and estimates and evaluate and update these assumptions at least on an annual basis. Judgement is required to determine the principal actuarial assumptions to determine the present value of defined benefit obligations and service costs. Changes to the principal actuarial assumptions can significantly affect the present value of plan obligations and service costs in future periods. The discount rate is a potential volatile parameter. Reference is made to Note 16.
Change in taxable profits, within the planning period specified for the accounting and measurement of deferred taxes, may result in changes to the deferred taxes recognised for losses carried forward. The unrecognised deferred taxes for losses carried forward amount to EUR nil (28 February 2013) and EUR 195,493.58 (28 February 2014).
Should the estimated taxable profits change by +/- 10%, this would affect the assessment of losses carried forward only slightly. The tax loss may be carried forward indefinitely. Reference is made to Note 30 "Income taxes".
The calculation for amortisation of capitalised development costs is based on the number of shipsets to be supplied. This number of shipsets is an assumption based on a defined assessment procedure (refer to Note 2(d)(ii) "Research and development costs"). Increasing the estimated number of shipsets by 10% would result in a decrease in amortisation of EUR 271,000 (28 February 2013) and EUR 312,000 (28 February 2014). Decreasing the estimated number of shipsets by 10% would result in an increase in amortisation of EUR 331,000 (28 February 2013) and EUR 383,000 (28 February 2014).
Under IAS 11, a construction contract is a contract specifically negotiated for the construction (development) of an asset. Contract costs are recognised as expenses in the period in which they are incurred. As the outcome of a construction contract cannot be estimated reliably, contract revenue is recognised only to the extent of contract costs incurred that are likely to be recoverable. Based on this assessment, partial profit realisation is not applied by management.
Assumptions are required in the assessment of impairment, particularly when assessing: (1) whether an event has occurred that may indicate that the respective assets may not be recoverable; (2) whether the carrying amount of an asset can be achieved by the recoverable amount based on the present value of future cash flows; and (3) the appropriate key assumptions to be applied in preparing cash flow projections including whether these cash flow projections are discounted using an appropriate rate.
Should the discount rate change by + 50 basis points at the end of the reporting period, an impairment adjustment would not be required with regard to delivery rights and development costs. As discount rate, the Group uses the weighted average cost of capital (WACC), which was 8.54% as at 28 February 2014 and 8.78% as at 28 February 2013.
A change in the EUR/USD exchange rate by 10 cents (+ or -) would not result in the need to recognise impairment.
The useful life of the Group's property, plant and equipment is defined as the period over which it is expected to be available for use by the Group. The estimation of the useful life is a matter of judgement based on management's experience. Periodic reviews by management could result in a change in depreciable lives and therefore depreciation expense in future periods. In the asset class "tooling", useful life was amended from 6 to 8 years in the fiscal year 2013/14; for further information see Section (e).
All derivatives are recognised at their fair value. Gains and losses resulting from changes in fair value are accounted for depending on the use of the derivatives and whether they are designated and qualify for hedge accounting under IAS 39. Where derivative financial instruments entered into by the Group qualify for cash flow hedge accounting, the movement in their fair value is recorded under the caption of hedging reserve in equity. Where derivative financial instruments entered into by the Group do not qualify for hedge accounting, or hedge accounting is not applied, the movement in their fair value is recorded in the consolidated statement of comprehensive income. The sensitivity analysis with regard to derivative financial instruments is presented in Note 3(2)(a) below.
The financial statements of subsidiaries included in the consolidated financial statements were prepared as at the end of the reporting period applicable throughout the Group, i.e. as at 28 February 2013 and 28 February 2014, and in accordance with IFRS as adopted by the EU.
Subsidiaries are all entities over which the Group has the power to govern the financial and operating policies generally accompanying a shareholding of more than one half of the voting rights.
Subsidiaries are fully consolidated from the date on which control is transferred to the Group. Subsidiaries are deconsolidated as at the date that control ceases. The consolidated statement of comprehensive income includes revenue and expenses up to the date of de-consolidation.
Under the full consolidation, all group companies are included in the consolidated financial statements.
The consolidated group is determined according to the principles of IAS 27 in conjunction with SIC 12.
The Group has the following subsidiaries:
| Company | Place of incorporation | Issued and fully paid share capital |
Interest held | Principal activities |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FACC Solutions (Canada) Inc. | Montreal / Canada | CAD 10,000 | 100% | Customer service |
| FACC Solutions Inc | Wichita, Kansas / USA | USD 10,000 | 100% | Customer service |
| FACC Solutions s.r.o. | Bratislava / Slovakia | EUR 6,639 | 100% | Design & Engineering |
| FACC (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. | Shanghai / China | RMB 2,000,000 | 100% | Design & Engineering |
| ITS GmbH | Steinebach / Germany | EUR 25,000 | 100% | Design & Engineering |
| ITS digitech Pvt. Ltd etc Prüf und Test GmbH (now |
Bhau Patil marg / India | INR 800,000 | 100% | Design & Engineering |
| CoLT Prüf und Test GmbH) | St. Martin / Austria | EUR 35,000 | 91% | Design & Engineering |
During the 2013/14 reporting period, two new subsidiaries – ITS GmbH and ITS digitech Pvt. Ltd. – were acquired. At the same time, the subsidiary etc Prüf und Test GmbH (now CoLT Prüf und Test GmbH) was founded. The newly acquired or founded subsidiaries were subsequently added to the scope of consolidation of the Group. For further information on the acquisitions see Note 33.
The Group applies the acquisition method to account for business combinations. The consideration transferred for acquisition of the subsidiary is the fair values of the assets transferred, equity instruments issued and the liabilities assumed or incurred at the date of exchange. Identifiable assets acquired and liabilities and contingent liabilities assumed in a business combination are measured initially at their fair values at the acquisition date.
The Group recognises any non-controlling interest in the acquiree on an acquisition-by-acquisition basis, either at fair value or at the non-controlling interest's proportionate share of the recognised amounts of acquiree's identifiable net assets.
Goodwill is initially measured as the excess of the aggregate of the consideration transferred over the fair value of the net identifiable assets acquired and liabilities assumed. If this consideration is lower than the fair value of the net assets of the subsidiary acquired, the difference is recognised directly through profit or loss.
Inter-company transactions, balances, and material unrealised income and expenses on transactions between group companies are eliminated.
Accounting policies of subsidiaries have been changed where necessary to ensure consistency with the policies adopted by the Group.
Transactions with non-controlling interests that do not result in loss of control are accounted for as equity transactions – that is, as transactions with the owners in their capacity as owners. The difference between fair value of any consideration paid and the relevant share acquired of the carrying value of net assets of the subsidiary is recorded in equity. Gains or losses on disposals to non-controlling interests are also recorded in equity.
Items included in the financial statements of each of the Group's entities are measured using the currency of the primary economic environment in which the entity operates ("the functional currency"). The consolidated financial statements are presented in euros ("EUR"), which is FACC AG's functional currency and the Group's presentation currency.
With regard to the currency translation of financial statements of subsidiaries presented in foreign currencies, the rates as at the end of the reporting period were applied to items in the consolidated statement of financial position, and average rates for the reporting period were applied to items in the consolidated statement of comprehensive income. Differences in these currency translations are recognised in other comprehensive income.
Exchange rate differences arising from the translation of transactions and monetary items in the consolidated statement of financial position denominated in foreign currencies are recognised in profit or loss at the rates applicable at the time of the transaction or valuation. Foreign currency translation in relation to foreign currency derivatives is set out in Section (q).
The exchange rates used in the currency translation are as follows:
| Year-end rate 28 February 2013 |
Average rate | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 EUR / CAD FY 2012/13 | 1.3380 | 1.2873 |
| 1 EUR / USD FY 2012/13 | 1.3097 | 1.2890 |
| 1 EUR / RMB FY 2012/13 | 8.1720 | 8.1147 |
| Year-end rate 28 February 2014 |
Average rate | |
| 1 EUR / CAD FY 2013/14 | 1.5330 | 1.3957 |
| 1 EUR / USD FY 2013/14 | 1.3757 | 1.3332 |
| 1 EUR / RMB FY 2013/14 | 8.4882 | 8.1601 |
Purchased intangible assets are measured at acquisition cost in the consolidated statement of financial position, and are generally amortised on a straight-line basis over their respective useful life (3 to 10 years). Delivery rights are amortised on the basis of the shipsets supplied or outstanding.
An intangible asset arising from development is to be only recognised when all of the following criteria are met:
The Group capitalises the development costs in accordance with IAS 38, based on project-related costs. All eligible development costs for each project are capitalised. The capitalised development costs are treated as "construction in process". Amortisation starts when series production is ready, based on shipsets supplied, with reference to the sales framework, as determined by the management. The sales framework is determined based on the Airline Monitor (= market forecast by third parties), as used throughout the aviation industry, and current customer forecasts. This sales framework is re-assessed at the end of each reporting period. Depending on the status of the project (new project or ongoing project with residual terms) the planning horizon of the sales framework is a maximum of 20 years. This amortisation method ensures that changes in the order volume have a direct effect on the development costs. The costs of research projects are recognised as an expense as incurred.
Borrowing costs directly attributable to the acquisition, construction or production of qualifying assets (which are assets that necessarily take a substantial period of time to get ready for their intended use or sale) are added to the cost of those assets until such time as the assets are substantially ready for their intended use or sale. All other borrowing costs are expensed as and when incurred.
Items of property, plant and equipment are measured at acquisition or production costs, less scheduled depreciation and write-downs.
The production costs of property, plant and equipment comprise direct costs and reasonable parts of the overhead costs.
Property, plant and equipment subject to depreciation are depreciated on a straight-line basis over the estimated useful life of the respective asset. Depreciation is charged over the following useful lives assumed unchanged across all years presented:
| Useful life in years from |
to | |
|---|---|---|
| Buildings | 10 | 50 |
| Leasehold improvements* | 10 | 20 |
| Technical equipment and machinery | 4 | 8 |
| Fixtures and fittings | 3 | 10 |
| Vehicles | 5 | 8 |
| * or over the lease terms, whichever is shorter |
Gains and losses on disposals are determined by comparing the proceeds with the carrying amount and are recognised within "Other operating income and expenses" in the consolidated statement of comprehensive income.
In the asset class "tooling" (technical equipment and machinery), useful life was amended from 6 to 8 years on the basis of experience. The change in the estimated useful life resulted in a depreciation value of EUR 1,724,148 in the "tooling" asset class. If a useful life of 6 years had been retained, the resulting depreciation would have been at EUR 2,600,804.
The Group leases assets as a lessee. Leases in which all significant risks and rewards of ownership are retained by the lessor are classified as operating leases. Payments made under operating leases (net of any incentives received from the lessor) are charged to the consolidated statement of comprehensive income on a straight-line basis over the period of the lease.
Leases of property, plant and equipment where the Group has substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership are classified as finance leases. Finance leases are capitalised at the lease's commencement at the lower of the fair value of the leased property and the present value of the minimum lease payments. In the same amount, a leasing liability is recognised under non-current liabilities. The interest element of the finance cost is charged to the consolidated statement of comprehensive income over the lease term so as to produce a constant periodic rate of interest on the remaining balance of the liability for each period. Property, plant and equipment acquired under finance leases is depreciated over the shorter of the useful life of the asset and the lease term.
This item comprises securities, re-insurances and investments. Regular purchases and sales of financial assets are recognised on the settlement date.
All securities are classified as "available for sale", and are initially measured at cost at the time of acquisition and subsequently carried at fair value. The changes in value are recognised in other comprehensive income, and in case of impairment or when the security is sold through profit or loss. The fair value of the securities is based on the share price at the end of the reporting period.
The Group assesses at the end of each reporting period whether there is objective evidence that assets are impaired. If such evidence exists, the Group establishes the value in use or fair value less costs to sell of the specific asset. If this value is below the carrying amount determined for this asset, it is written down to that amount.
The calculated impairment loss is recognised through profit or loss. If the reasons for impairment cease to exist, the impairment loss is reversed through profit or loss up to the amortised original acquisition or production cost.
Capitalised development costs not yet subject to annual amortisation are tested for impairment annually. This also applies to goodwill.
With regard to determining the recoverability of capitalised development costs, the significant parameters to determine the values in use on the basis of the discounted cash flow method were the following: a company-typical weighted average cost of capital, the planned costs and returns per shipset (based on external data (Airline Monitor)), and product-specific learning curve effects. The planning period with regard to the future cash flows depends on the terms and conditions of the respective customer contract. In this context, a specific period, a specific quantity of deliveries or the term of such a "Life of program" contract can be of importance. The contractual term of a "Life of program" is derived from estimated aircraft deliveries based on external data (Airline Monitor). The maximum duration for cash flow projections is limited to 20 years.
Capitalised delivery rights are tested for impairment annually, based on a projection of future cash flows with regard to contracted revenue derived from the sales price calculation. The projected cash flows are discounted by using the weighted average cost of capital. The duration of the cash flow projection depends on the term of the relevant customer contract.
Inventories are stated at the lower of cost and net realisable value at the end of the reporting period.
Cost includes all costs incurred in bringing the asset to the condition required and moving it to the specific location. The production costs include all direct costs and also reasonable parts of the production-related overheads, based on normal operating capacity. Borrowing costs directly attributable to the acquisition, construction or production of qualifying assets (which are assets that necessarily take a substantial period of time to get ready for their intended use or sale) are added to the cost of those assets, until such time as the assets are substantially ready for their intended use or sale. All other borrowing costs are recognised in profit or loss in the period in which they occur. The costs per unit are determined according to the moving average price method.
The net realisable value is the estimated selling price for the assets, less expected future costs of completion and sale, determined on the basis of experience. Price reductions in the replacement costs are generally considered when determining the net realisable value.
Trade receivables, other receivables and other assets are initially recognised at fair value and subsequently carried at amortised cost, less any valuation adjustments (in case of impairment). Foreign currency receivables are valued at the yearend exchange rate.
Cash and cash equivalents comprise cash (cash in hand), cheques received and deposits held at call with financial institutions with original maturities of three months or less. This is in accordance with the definition of cash and cash equivalents in the consolidated statement of cash flows.
Based on an individual commitment, the Group is obligated to pay a pension to an executive employee when he retires. This defined benefit obligation is measured by a qualified and independent actuary at the end of each reporting period.
The liability recognised in the consolidated statement of financial position in respect of defined benefit pension plans is the present value of the defined benefit obligation at the end of the reporting period. The defined benefit obligation is calculated annually by independent actuaries using the projected unit credit method. The present value of the defined benefit obligation is determined by discounting the estimated future cash outflows using interest rates of high-quality corporate bonds that are denominated in the currency in which the benefits will be paid, and that have terms to maturity approximating to the terms of the related pension obligation. In countries where there is no deep market in such bonds, the market rates on government bonds are used.
Actuarial gains and losses ("revaluation effects") arising from experience adjustments and changes in actuarial assumptions are charged or credited to equity in other comprehensive income in the period in which they arise.
For all executives, the Group pays monthly contributions into an industry-wide pension fund. These contributions are invested in an employee account, and paid out or passed on to the employee as an entitlement upon retirement. The Group is exclusively obligated to make those contributions that were recorded as expenditure in the same reporting period in which they were incurred (defined contribution obligation).
Statutory provisions require the Group to pay a one-off termination benefit to an employee whose employment commenced on 31 December 2002 when employment is terminated by the Group or when an employee retires. This termination benefit depends on the number of years of service and the remuneration at the time of severance or retirement and amounts to between two to twelve monthly salaries. A provision is made for this obligation.
This provision is calculated in accordance with IAS 19 using the projected unit credit method. The present value of future payments is accumulated according to actuarial calculations over the estimated period of employment of the employees. The calculation is done at the end of the respective reporting period, based on the expert opinion of an actuary.
Actuarial gains and losses ("revaluation effects") arising from experience adjustments and changes in actuarial assumptions are charged or credited to equity in other comprehensive income in the period in which they arise.
For all employee/employer relationships which started in Austria after 31 December 2002, the Group makes a monthly contribution of 1.53% of the remuneration to a corporate staff provision fund, which deposits the contributions into an account of the employee. The amount is paid out to the employee or the employee is entitled to this amount upon termination of employment. The Group is exclusively obligated to pay those contributions that were recorded as expenditure in the same reporting period in which they were incurred (defined contribution obligation).
Based on collective agreements, the Group is obligated to pay employees anniversary bonuses equivalent to one month's salary or wage (excluding fringe benefits and bonuses) upon completion of 25 years of service. A provision was made for this obligation.
This provision is measured according to the methods and assumptions applied for the measurement of termination benefit obligations.
Other provisions are recorded if the Group has a present legal or constructive obligation towards a third party as a result of a past event, and it is probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation. The provisions are recorded at the value determined according to best estimates made at the time the consolidated financial statements are prepared. A provision is not recognised if the amount cannot be reasonably assessed (in exceptional cases).
The tax expense for the period comprises current and deferred tax. Tax is recognised in profit or loss, except to the extent that it relates to items recognised in other comprehensive income or directly in equity. In this case, the tax is also recognised in other comprehensive income or directly in equity, respectively.
Pursuant to Section 9 of the Austrian Corporate Income Tax Act (KStG), a group and tax compensation agreement dated 13/15 February 2012 was entered into between Aerospace Innovation Investment GmbH as group parent and Aero Vision Holding GmbH as well as FACC AG as group members. This agreement is effective for the first time in the fiscal year 2012. The group and tax compensation agreement was lodged with the competent tax authority by group tax application dated 27 February 2012. If both the group parent as well as the group member generate revenue, the positive tax compensation to be paid by the group member amounts to 25% of the calculated tax income. If a group premium is generated due to the losses of the group parent or the group member (irrespective of the loss having arisen prior to or during the existence of the group of companies), this premium is allocated according to the "costs-by-cause" principle. The positive tax compensation to be paid and the negative tax compensation to be received by the group member is calculated on the basis of the prorated tax charge/group premium plus any minimum tax that would have to be paid if no group had been set up (and that has to be paid by the group parent if the group of companies still exists).
Deferred income tax is recognised, using the liability method, on temporary differences arising between the tax bases of assets and liabilities and their carrying amounts in the consolidated financial statements prepared in accordance with the IFRSs. However, deferred tax liabilities are not recognised if they arise from the initial recognition of goodwill; deferred income tax is not accounted for if it arises from initial recognition of an asset or liability in a transaction other than a business combination that at the time of the transaction affects neither accounting nor taxable profit or loss. Deferred income tax is determined using tax rates (and laws) that have been enacted or substantially enacted by the end of the reporting period and are expected to apply when the related deferred income tax asset is realised or the deferred income tax liability is settled.
Deferred income tax assets are recognised only to the extent that it is probable that future taxable profit will be available against which the temporary differences can be utilised.
Deferred income tax is provided on temporary differences arising on investments in subsidiaries and associates, except for deferred income tax liability where the timing of the reversal of the temporary difference is controlled by the Group and it is probable that the temporary difference will not reverse in the foreseeable future.
Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are offset when there is a legally enforceable right to offset current tax assets against current tax liabilities and when the deferred income taxes assets and liabilities relate to income taxes levied by the same taxation authority on either the same taxable entities where there is an intention to settle the balances on a net basis.
The Group's borrowings are initially measured at fair value, net of transaction costs incurred, and are subsequently carried at amortised cost. Any difference between the proceeds (net of transaction costs) and the redemption value is recognised through profit or loss over the period of the borrowings using the effective interest method.
Trade and other payables are initially measured at fair value or at cost and are subsequently measured at amortised cost.
The Group uses derivative financial instruments to hedge risk exposures with regard to foreign currency and interest rate risks. The Group's policy is not to utilise derivative financial instruments for trading or speculative purposes. Derivative financial instruments are initially measured at fair value on the contract date, and are carried at amortised cost at the end of the subsequent reporting periods. Changes in fair value are recognised based on whether certain qualifying criteria under IAS 39 are satisfied in order to apply hedge accounting.
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments to hedge against the variability of cash flows attributable to highly probable forecast transactions may qualify as cash flow hedges. The Group documents at the inception of the transaction the relationship between hedging instruments and hedged items, as well as its risk management objectives and strategy for undertaking various hedging transactions. The Group also documents its assessment, both at hedge inception and on an ongoing basis, of whether the derivatives that are used in hedging transactions are highly effective in offsetting changes in fair values or cash flows of hedged items.
The Group mainly enters into forward foreign exchange contracts to hedge the foreign currency risk associated with certain forecast foreign currency revenue. The effective portion of changes in the fair value of these derivatives is recognised in other comprehensive income and recognised in the hedging reserve (currency hedges) as part of other reserves. Gains and losses relating to the ineffective portion are immediately recognised through profit or loss.
Amounts accumulated in the hedging reserve are reclassified to the consolidated statement of comprehensive income in the period when the hedged item affects profit or loss (for example, when the forecast revenue transaction takes place).
When a hedging instrument expires or is sold, or when a hedge no longer meets the criteria for hedge accounting, any cumulative gain or loss existing in the hedging reserve at that time remains in equity and is recognised when the forecast transaction is ultimately recognised through profit or loss. When a forecast transaction is no longer expected to occur, the cumulative gain or loss that was reported in equity is immediately transferred to the consolidated statement of comprehensive income.
As regards derivatives that do not qualify for cash flow hedge accounting under IAS 39 (such as structured currency options and interest rate swaps, or where the rules of hedge accounting are not applied), changes in fair value are recognised through profit or loss under "Fair value measurement of derivative financial instruments" or – if they relate to recognised foreign currency trade receivables and payables – in "Other operating income and expenses". Interest income and expenses resulting from interest rate derivatives are included within the line item "Interest income from financial instruments" in the consolidated statement of comprehensive income.
Foreign currency translation of receivables, cash and cash equivalents and payables is carried out at the rate prevailing at the end of the reporting period. Gains and losses are recognised in profit or loss.
Investment grants are shown within liabilities under "Investment grants" and are released over the useful life of the underlying investment. General grants, i.e. those which are not directly linked to a specific investment, are recognised over the period to which they relate within "Other operating income and expenses" in the consolidated statement of comprehensive income.
Borrowing costs directly attributable to the acquisition, construction or production of qualifying assets (which are assets that necessarily take a substantial period of time to get ready for their intended use or sale) are added to the cost of those assets, until such time as the assets are substantially ready for their intended use or sale.
All other borrowing costs are recognised as an expense in the period in which they are incurred.
Revenue comprises the fair value of the consideration received or to be received for the sales of goods and services in the ordinary course of the Group's activities. Revenue is shown net of value-added tax, returns, rebates and discounts and after eliminating inter-group sales.
The Group generates revenue by sale of goods (shipsets) to its customers. Sales of goods within the underlying supply agreements are recognised when the Group or a group company has delivered the products to the customer after any risks have been transferred to the customer according to the agreed terms and conditions.
In addition, the Group also earns revenue from provision of engineering and the rendering of services to third parties relating to producing shipsets. These services include: selling technology and research results, as well as carrying out training programmes for third parties. This revenue is recognised over the period of service rendered to the relevant third party.
The Group's revenue is partly generated by construction contracts. The recognition of this revenue is explained under Note 2(b)(iv).
The Group's activities expose it to a variety of financial risks: market risk (including foreign currency risk, fair value interest rate risk, cash flow interest rate risk and price risk), credit risk and liquidity risk. The Group's overall risk management programme focuses on the unpredictability of financial markets and seeks to minimise potential adverse effects on the Group's financial performance. The Group uses derivative financial instruments to hedge certain risk exposures. It is the Group's policy to basically not enter into derivative transactions for speculative purposes.
Risk management is carried out by a central treasury department (Group treasury). Group treasury identifies, evaluates and hedges financial risks in close co-operation with the Group's operating units.
The Group's industry-specific risk lies in the changes in manufacturers' aircraft delivery plans to the end customers. The risk arising from the changes in future aircraft deliveries has an effect on the future revenue of the Group, since the deliveries of components manufactured by the Group follow this trend. The risk may lie in a reduction or the postponement of aircraft deliveries. This has the effect that the development costs cannot be recovered over the calculated period. This risk is counteracted through diversification within the sector, on the one hand, by maintaining supply agreements with both market dominating commercial aircraft suppliers and, on the other hand, by entering into supply agreements with the business jet sector in addition to the wide-body passenger aircraft. There is also geographic diversification through conclusion of supply agreements with the American/European markets and also in the Asian region. The Group is also a development partner for improvements to existing aircraft types, generating supply agreements for refurbishment of such aircraft.
This includes especially the exchange and interest rate risks, as explained in more detail below. Apart from the two risk groups described below, there are no other significant price risks.
Foreign exchange risk—The Group is exposed to foreign exchange risk arising from revenue generated mainly in USD and cost of materials to be paid in USD. Consequently, the USD/EUR exchange rate affects the Group's profit or future cash flows, but is limited by the extent to which the Group uses financial instruments to hedge its current and future net foreign currency position. The Group treasury's hedging strategies are designed to control and minimise the influence of exchange rate fluctuations on profit or future cash flows. The management board approves the strategies and reports to the supervisory board on a regular basis. This is an ongoing process. The goal is to minimise the inherent risk in market fluctuations by pursuing the right strategy.
The Group treasury's risk management policy is to hedge anticipated USD cash flows (arising from revenue and purchases of raw materials) for the subsequent 12 to 15 months by forward foreign exchange contracts. These USD cash flows qualify as 'highly probable' forecast transactions with regard to hedge accounting purposes; the Group therefore applies hedge accounting for the forward foreign exchange contracts in accordance with the rules of hedge accounting.
The Group also enters into currency option contracts (zero-cost option contracts) by buying pairs of USD put options and selling European USD call options at twice the volume of the put options purchased. The European USD call options sold by the Group partly have knock-in features defining a threshold with regard to the appreciation of the USD. This threshold has to be exceeded before the counter-party is entitled to exercise the call option at maturity. To a certain extent, the Group may thus benefit from a revaluation of the USD and is also protected from a devaluation of the USD.
These currency option contracts do not qualify for hedge accounting under IAS 39. The Group is exposed to credit risk on purchased options only, and only to the extent of their carrying value amount, which is their fair value.
A change in exchange rates against all currencies as at 28 February 2013 and 28 February 2014 would basically impact the Group only with regard to the USD currency, on the one hand due to the effects from the measurement at the end of the reporting period of the USD items in the consolidated financial statements, and on the other hand due to the effect from the change in fair values of the derivative financial instruments in connection with currency hedges.
A change in the EUR/USD exchange rate as at 28 February 2013 and 28 February 2014 by +5% (average exchange rate at the end of the reporting period: 1.3097 and 1.3757, respectively) would result in a decrease in profit (after taxes) and equity by EUR 3,301,000 and EUR 4,437,000 due to the measurement at the end of the reporting period, as well as an increase in total comprehensive income and equity by EUR 5,036,000 and EUR 2,250,000 due to the change in fair values of derivative financial instruments in connection with currency hedges.
A change in the EUR/USD exchange rate as at 28 February 2013 and 28 February 2014 by -5% (average exchange rate at the end of the reporting period: 1.3097 and 1.3757, respectively) would result in an increase of the profit (after taxes) and equity by EUR 3,649,000 and EUR 4,903,000 due to the measurement at the end of the reporting period, as well as a decrease in total comprehensive income and equity by EUR 6,695,000 and EUR 4,288,000 due to the change in fair values of derivative financial instruments in connection with currency hedges.
Interest rate risk—Risks from interest rate changes arise mainly exclusively from non-current borrowings. A list of all the significant interest-bearing liabilities and the residual terms, together with information on existing interest rate swap transactions, is included in Notes (12), (13) and (14).
In the context of whether an item bears fixed or variable interest rates, the Group assesses the risk of interest rate changes in the light of changes in cash flows of future interest payments. In close cooperation with market specialists from the banking sector, Group treasury routinely checks for every interest-bearing item whether a hedging instrument should be used. Strategies are presented to and approved by the management board.
If the market interest rate level had been higher / lower by 50 basis points as at 28 February 2013 and 28 February 2014, the profit (after taxes) and equity would have been lowered / increased by EUR 286,000 and EUR 48,000. The calculation was based on the financial assets and liabilities bearing variable interest rates.
It is a key element of FACC's business policy to, at all times, ensure adequate availability of cash and cash equivalents as liquidity reserve to be able to meet current and future obligations. This is assured by the reported total amount of cash and cash equivalents and extensive unused credit facilities (EUR 20,640,000 as at 28 February 2013 and EUR 72,000,000 as at 28 February 2014). Working capital is constantly monitored and reported to the management board. Timely financing is a top priority in financing considerations. Surplus cash and cash equivalents are invested in non-speculative, highly liquid financial instruments as required. These include mainly money market certificates, call money, securities and other money market papers that generally mature in less than three months. Refer to Note 3(5) for a maturity analysis of the financial assets and liabilities.
The Group operates within the airline industry and has two key customers. Consequently, the Group faces a concentration of credit risk in respect to the limited number of aircraft manufacturers.
Non-compliance by contractual partners is a credit risk to the Group. The Group has introduced guidelines to limit credit risks. Products and services are sold to customers with a history of appropriate creditworthiness taking into account the financial situation, past experience as well as other factors. The creditworthiness of new customers is assessed with regard to the default risk. The creditworthiness of existing customers is also regularly monitored. Claims against customers are insured against default should they exceed certain limits. Credit risks also arise from cash and cash equivalents, derivative financial instruments and deposits with banks and other financial institutions. Such transactions are only carried out with reputable and creditworthy banks and financial institutions.
The maximum credit risk is limited to the carrying amount of each financial asset in the consolidated statement of financial position.
No significant receivables had to be written off during the relevant fiscal years.
The notional amounts of certain types of derivative financial instruments serve as a basis for comparison with instruments recognised on the consolidated statement of financial position but do not necessarily indicate the current fair value of the instrument and, therefore, do not indicate the Group's exposure to credit risk or price risk. Depending on the individual conditions, the derivative financial instruments have a favourable (assets) or unfavourable (liabilities) effect as a result of fluctuations in market interest rates or foreign exchange rates. The aggregate contractual or notional amount of derivative financial instruments on hand, the extent to which instruments are favourable or unfavourable, and thus the aggregate fair values of derivative financial assets and liabilities can be subject to considerable temporal fluctuation.
The contract volume of the foreign currency derivatives is shown below, broken down according to maturity:
| up to 1 year | 1 to 5 years | more than 5 years | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD'000 | USD'000 | USD'000 | USD'000 | |
| Balance as at 28 February 2013 | ||||
| Currency hedging agreements | ||||
| Forward foreign exchange contracts - USD | 205,000 | — | — | 205,000 |
| Structured currency options1 |
— | — | — | — |
| Balance as at 28 February 2014 | ||||
| Currency hedging agreements | ||||
| Forward foreign exchange contracts - USD | 155,000 | — | — | 155,000 |
| Structured currency options1 |
— | — | — | — |
1 Incl. USD put and call options as described above.
With regard to payments from cash flow hedges, the contractual due dates, i.e. the time when the underlying transactions are recognised through profit or loss, essentially correspond to the maturity of the above currency hedging agreements.
The contract volumes of the derivative financial instruments for interest rate hedging are as follows:
| up to 1 year | 1 to 5 years | more than 5 years | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Balance as at 28 February 2013 Interest rate swaps |
— | 20,000 | — | 20,000 |
| Balance as at 28 February 2014 Interest rate swaps |
— | 20,000 | — | 20,000 |
The fair values of derivative financial instruments for foreign currency and interest rate hedging are as follows:
| Volume | Volume | Fair value | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balance as at 28 February 2013 Forward foreign exchange contracts – USD |
USD'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 |
| 205,000 | — | 4,072 | |
| Structured currency options - USD Interest rate swaps |
— — |
— 20,000 |
— (11,734) |
| Balance as at 28 February 2014 Forward foreign exchange contracts – USD |
155,000 | — | 3,590 |
| Structured currency options - USD Interest rate swaps |
— — |
— 20,000 |
— (9,953) |
Original financial instruments mainly include other non-current financial assets, trade receivables, bank balances, bonds, financial liabilities and trade payables.
Purchases and disposals of all the financial instruments are reported as at the completion date.
At the time of acquisition, the financial instruments are generally measured at cost corresponding to the acquisition-date fair value. Financial instruments are derecognised when the rights to receive cash flows from the investments have expired or have been transferred and the Group has transferred substantially all risks and rewards of the ownership.
The current and non-current financial assets and liabilities are classified or categorised in accordance with IAS 39 as follows:
| Carrying | Carrying | Fair value | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | amount as at | Fair value as | amount as at | as at | |
| IAS 391 ) |
28 February | at 28 February | 28 February | 28 February | |
| 2013 | 2013 | 2014 | 2014 | ||
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | ||
| ASSETS | |||||
| Measurement at (amortised) cost | |||||
| Non-current receivables | LaR | 20,878 | 20,878 | 16,676 | 16,676 |
| Trade receivables | LaR | 97,165 | 97,165 | 100,111 | 100,111 |
| Receivables from construction contracts | LaR | 28,198 | 28,198 | 25,144 | 25,144 |
| Receivables from affiliated companies | LaR | 112 | 112 | 13,912 | 13,912 |
| Cash and cash equivalents | LaR | 35,834 | 35,834 | 46,064 | 46,064 |
| Measurement at fair value | |||||
| Book-entry securities (not listed) | AfS | 1,167 | 1,167 | 1,346 | 1,346 |
| Securities (listed) | AfS | 371 | 371 | 384 | 384 |
| Derivatives with positive fair value (interest rate swaps) | AtFVtP&L | — | — | — | — |
| Derivatives with positive fair value (forward foreign exchange contracts) | — | 4,759 | 4,759 | 3,590 | 3,590 |
| Derivatives with positive fair value (structured currency options) | AtFVtP&L | — | — | — | — |
| Total financial assets | ────── 188,484 |
────── 188,484 |
────── 207,227 |
────── 207,227 |
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| Category IAS 391 ) |
Carrying amount as at 28 February 2013 EUR'000 |
Fair value as at 28 February 2013 EUR'000 |
Carrying amount as at 28 February 2014 EUR'000 |
Fair value as at 28 February 2014 EUR'000 |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LIABILITIES | |||||
| Measurement at (amortised) cost | |||||
| Promissory note loans | FLAC | 45,000 | 45,000 | 45,000 | 45,000 |
| Bonds………………………………………………………………………………… | FLAC | — | — | 88,893 | 92,691 |
| Bank borrowings | FLAC | 68,108 | 67,641 | 67,845 | 67,845 |
| Trade payables | FLAC | 55,450 | 55,450 | 55,542 | 55,542 |
| Measurement at fair value | |||||
| Derivatives with negative fair value (interest rate swaps) | AtFVtP&L | 11,734 | 11,734 | 9,953 | 9,953 |
| Derivatives with negative fair value (forward foreign exchange contracts) | — | 688 | 688 | — | — |
| Derivatives with negative fair value (structured currency options) | AtFVtP&L | — | — | — | — |
| Total financial liabilities | ────── 180,980 |
────── 180,513 |
────── 267,233 |
────── 271,031 |
1 ) LaR Loans and Receivables AfS Available for Sale AtFVtP&L At Fair Value through Profit and Loss FLAC Financial Liabilities at Amortised Cost
The fair value of a financial instrument is the price at which a party would take over the rights and/or duties under this financial instrument from another party. The fair values were determined based on the market information available at the end of the reporting period and the measurement methods described below. The fair values of financial instruments reported in the financial statements may differ from the values to be realised on the market at a future date due to varying factors.
Trade receivables, other receivables and cash and cash equivalents generally have short residual terms. For this reason, their carrying amounts at the end of the reporting period approximate their fair values. If no market prices are available, the fair value of non-current financial assets corresponds to present values of the associated payments, allowing for the current market parameters in each case.
The fair value of available-for-sale securities was estimated based on their quoted market price at the end of the reporting period.
Trade payables and other current financial liabilities generally have short residual terms; the carrying amounts therefore approximate the fair values.
The fair value of bonds corresponds to the market value at the end of the reporting period. For variable-interest loans, the carrying amount is the fair value. For fix-interest bank borrowings (including promissory note loans), the fair value was calculated by discounting the cash flows using the market interest rate.
The fair value of the financial instruments on the assets and the liabilities sides is the estimated amount the Group would have to pay or would receive if the transactions were settled on 28 February 2013 and 28 February 2014.
With regard to financial instruments measured at fair value, a differentiation is to be made according to the following three categories.
The allocation of the financial instruments measured at fair value to the three measurement categories at the end of the reporting period is as follows:
| Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Balance as at 28 February 2013 | ||||
| Assets | ||||
| Non-current assets | ||||
| Non-current financial assets | 371 | 1,167 | — | 1,538 |
| Derivative financial instruments | — | — | — | — |
| Current assets | ||||
| Derivative financial instruments | — | 4,759 | — | 4,759 |
| Liabilities | ||||
| Non-current liabilities | ||||
| Derivative financial instruments | — | 11,734 | — | 11,734 |
| Current liabilities | ||||
| Derivative financial instruments | — | 688 | — | 688 |
| 3 | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Total |
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Balance as at 28 February 2014 | ||||
| Assets | ||||
| Non-current assets | ||||
| Non-current financial assets | 384 | 1,346 | — | 1,730 |
| Derivative financial instruments | — | — | — | — |
| Current assets | ||||
| Derivative financial instruments | — | 3,590 | — | 3,590 |
| Liabilities | ||||
| Non-current liabilities | ||||
| Derivative financial instruments | — | 9,953 | — | 9,953 |
| Current liabilities | ||||
| Derivative financial instruments | — | — | — | — |
The residual terms of the financial liabilities are as follows:
| Category IAS 391 ) |
as at 28 February 2013 |
year 1 | year 2 | years 3-5 |
in more than 5 years |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | ||
| — | ||||||
| FLAC | 45,000 | — | — | 11,000 | 34,000 | |
| 5,176 | ||||||
| FLAC | 55,450 | 55,450 | — | |||
| — | ||||||
| — | 688 | 688 | — | — | — | |
| AtFVtP&L | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 180,980 | 106,059 | 3,634 | 32,111 | 39,176 | ||
| FLAC FLAC AtFVtP&L |
Carrying amount — 68,108 11,734 |
— 49,921 — |
— 3,634 — — |
Residual term — 9,377 — 11,734 |
| Carrying amount | Residual term | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category IAS 391 ) |
as at 28 February 2014 |
year 1 | year 2 | years 3-5 |
in more than 5 years |
||
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |||
| LIABILITIES | |||||||
| Measurement at (amortised) cost | |||||||
| Bonds | FLAC | 88,893 | — | — | — | 88,893 | |
| Promissory note loans | FLAC | 45,000 | — | 3,000 | 8,000 | 34,000 | |
| Bank borrowings | FLAC | 67,845 | 10,817 | 5,223 | 22,680 | 29,125 | |
| Trade payables | FLAC | 55,542 | 55,542 | — | — | — | |
| Measurement at fair value | |||||||
| Derivatives with negative fair value (interest rate swaps) |
AtFVtP&L | 9,953 | — | — | 9,953 | — | |
| Derivatives with negative fair value (forward foreign exchange contracts) |
— | — | — | — | — | ||
| Derivatives with negative fair value (structured currency options) |
AtFVtP&L | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Total financial liabilities | 267,233 | 66,359 | 8,223 | 40,633 | 152,018 |
) FLAC Financial Liabilities at Amortised Cost AtFVtP&L At Fair Value through Profit and Loss
1
The following contractually agreed payment obligations (interest payments and redemptions) arise in the subsequent years from the financial liabilities as at 28 February 2013:
| Category IAS 391 ) |
Carrying amount as at 28 February 2013 |
Fiscal year 2013/14 Fiscal years 2014/15 to 2017/18 |
Fiscal year 2018/19 ff. | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fixed interest |
Variable interest |
Redemption | Fixed interest |
Variable interest |
Redemption | Fixed interest |
Variable interest |
Redemption | |||
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | ||
| LIABILITIES | |||||||||||
| Measurement at (amortised) cost | |||||||||||
| Promissory note loans | FLAC | 45,000 | (626) | (567) | — | (2,470) | (2,114) | (11,000) | (901) | (715) | (34,000) |
| Bank borrowings | FLAC | 68,108 | (79) | (332) | (49,921) | (209) | (413) | (13,011) | — | (76) | (5,176) |
| Trade payables | FLAC | 55,450 | — | — | (55,450) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Measurement at fair value | — | ||||||||||
| Derivatives with negative fair value (interest rate swaps) 2) | AtFVtP&L | 11,734 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Derivatives with negative fair value (forward foreign exchange contracts) 3) | — | 688 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Derivatives with negative fair value (structured currency options)3) | AtFVtP&L | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Total financial liabilities | 180,980 | (705) | (899) | 105,371 | (2,679) | 2,527 | (24,011) | (901) | (791) | (39,176) |
1 ) FLAC Financial Liabilities at Amortised Cost AtFVtP&L At Fair Value through Profit and Loss
2 ) Due to the high volatility of the current interest rate environment, a reasonable presentation of the interest payments based on an assessment of the interest rate development up to the maturity of the interest derivative (in 2016) cannot be presented. Therefore, no presentation is given for the following fiscal years.
3 ) Due to the high volatility of the currency market (EUR/USD), a reasonable presentation of future cash flows from foreign currency derivatives under the fictitious assumption of settlement at the maturity date cannot be presented. Therefore, no presentation is given for the following fiscal years.
The interest payments were calculated based on the last interest rates as determined on or before the end of the reporting period. Planned figures for future new liabilities are not included. Financial liabilities that can be repaid at any time are always allocated to the earliest maturity interval.
The following contractually agreed payment obligations (interest payments and redemptions) arise in the subsequent years from the financial liabilities as at 28 February 2014:
| Category IAS 391 ) |
Carrying amount as at 28 February 2014 |
Fiscal year 2014/15 Fiscal years 2015/16 to 2018/19 |
Fiscal year 2019/20 ff. | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fixed interest |
Variable interest |
Redemption | Fixed interest |
Variable interest |
Redemption | Fixed interest |
Variable interest |
Redemption | |||
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | ||
| LIABILITIES | |||||||||||
| Measurement at (amortised) cost | |||||||||||
| Promissory note loans | FLAC | 45,000 | (626) | (569) | — | (2,049) | (1,952) | (11,000) | (216) | (166) | (34,000) |
| Bonds | FLAC | 88,893 | (3,600) | — | — | (14,400) | — | — | (4,760) | — | (90,000) |
| Bank borrowings | FLAC | 67,845 | (198) | (936) | (10,817) | (567) | (3,425) | (27,903) | — | (9,539) | (29,125) |
| Trade payables | FLAC | 55,542 | — | — | (55,542) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Measurement at fair value | — | ||||||||||
| Derivatives with negative fair value (interest rate swaps) 2) | AtFVtP&L | 9,953 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Derivatives with negative fair value (forward foreign exchange contracts) 3) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Derivatives with negative fair value (structured currency options)3) | AtFVtP&L | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Total financial liabilities | 267,233 | (4,424) | (1,505) | (66,359) | (17,016) | (5,377) | (38,903) | (4,976) | (9,705) | (153,125) |
1 ) FLAC Financial Liabilities at Amortised Cost AtFVtP&L At Fair Value through Profit and Loss
2 ) Due to the partially high volatility of the interest rate environment, a reasonable presentation of the interest payments based on an assessment of the interest rate development up to the maturity of the interest derivative (in 2016) cannot be presented. Therefore, no presentation is given for the following fiscal years.
3 ) Due to the high volatility of the currency market (EUR/USD), a reasonable presentation of future cash flows from foreign currency derivatives under the fictitious assumption of settlement at the maturity date cannot be presented. Therefore, no presentation is given for the following fiscal years.
The interest payments were calculated based on the last interest rates as determined on or before the end of the reporting period. Planned figures for future new liabilities are not included. Financial liabilities that can be repaid at any time are always allocated to the earliest maturity interval.
The Group has access to the following credit facilities:
| Balance as at 28 February 2013 |
Balance as at 28 February 2014 |
|
|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Total credit facilities agreed | 50,640 | 72,000 |
| Balance as at 28 February 2013 |
Balance as at 28 February 2014 |
|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Total credit facilities unused | 20,640 | 72,000 |
The net result from the Group's financial instruments according to classes or measurement categories pursuant to IAS 39 comprises net gains and losses, total interest income and expenses and impairment losses, and is as follows:
| For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2013 | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| from subsequent measurement | |||||||
| from interest | at fair value | change in value | from disposal | Total | |||
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |||
| Loans and receivables | 43 | — | (727) | — | (684) | ||
| Financial assets available for sale | — | (19) | — | — | (19) | ||
| Financial assets measured at fair value through | |||||||
| profit or loss | (770) | (4,969) | — | — | (5,739) | ||
| Financial liabilities measured at amortised cost | (2,000) | — | — | — | (2,000) | ||
| Total | (2,727) | (4,988) | (727) | — | (8,442) |
| For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2014 | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| from subsequent measurement | |||||||
| from interest | at fair value | change in value | from disposal | Total | |||
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |||
| Loans and receivables | 67 | — | 887 | — | 954 | ||
| Financial assets available for sale | — | (13) | — | — | (13) | ||
| Financial assets measured at fair value through | |||||||
| profit or loss | (2,104) | 1,781 | — | — | (323) | ||
| Financial liabilities measured at amortised cost | (4,847) | — | — | — | (4,847) | ||
| Total | (6,884) | 1,768 | 887 | — | (4,229) |
The changes of the provision made with regard to impaired loans and receivables are shown under "Other operating income and expenses". The subsequent measurement at fair value of the financial assets available for sale is shown in other comprehensive income under "Fair value measurement of securities". The remaining components of the net result are mainly included in "Finance costs", "Interest income from financial instruments" and in "Fair value measurement of derivative financial instruments".
| For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2013 | Aerostructures | Engines & Nacelles |
Interiors | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Information on profitability | ||||
| Revenue | 219,537 | 96,155 | 118,233 | 433,925 |
| Earnings before interest, taxes and fair value measurement of derivative | ||||
| financial instruments | 26,289 | 586 | 8,786 | 35,661 |
| Depreciation and amortisation | 6,960 | 6,011 | 3,296 | 16,267 |
| Earnings before interest, taxes and fair value measurement of derivative | ||||
| financial instruments and depreciation and amortisation | 33,249 | 6,596 | 12,081 | 51,926 |
| Information on assets | ||||
| Assets | 203,520 | 113,587 | 111,615 | 428,722 |
| Capital expenditure in the fiscal year | 21,190 | 5,933 | 13,542 | 40,665 |
| For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2014 | Aerostructures EUR'000 |
Engines & Nacelles EUR'000 |
Interiors EUR'000 |
Total EUR'000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Information on profitability | ||||
| Revenue | 304,921 | 100,926 | 140,635 | 546,482 |
| Earnings before interest, taxes and fair value measurement of derivative | ||||
| financial instruments | 41,430 | (5,353) | 6,416 | 42,493 |
| Depreciation and amortisation | 8,042 | 5,588 | 3,732 | 17,362 |
| Earnings before interest, taxes and fair value measurement of derivative | ||||
| financial instruments and depreciation and amortisation | 49,472 | 235 | 10,148 | 59,855 |
| Information on assets | ||||
| Assets | 270,655 | 129,864 | 146,666 | 547,185 |
| Capital expenditure in the fiscal year | 61,456 | 8,067 | 31,158 | 100,681 |
The Group manufactures components for the aviation industry, mainly for civil aircraft and helicopters. The product range includes "structural components" (claddings for body and control surfaces, engine cowlings and composite parts for engines, wing parts and wingtips) as well as components for the interiors of aircraft (such as baggage compartments, interiors, service units, etc.).
Segment reporting is consistent with the internal management and reporting of FACC. Due to the product's different applications, three operating segments were created. The "FACC Aerostructures" segment covers development, manufacture and sales of structural components, the "FACC Interiors" segment handles the development, manufacture and sales of interiors, and the "FACC Engines & Nacelles" segment is responsible for the manufacture and sales of engine components. After conclusion of the customer agreements and order processing, the individual orders are manufactured in the four plants. Apart from these three operating segments, the Company as a whole includes the central services of finances and controlling, personnel, quality management, purchasing and IT (including engineering services). In the form of a matrix organisation, these central services support the operating segments in the completion of their tasks.
The business area managers report to the management board ("chief operating decision maker") in separate monthly management review meetings in the course of which the current order position, revenue, profit contributions of individual projects, schedules and milestones, project and development risks, calculation and compilation of offers, required capital expenditure and other operating topics of importance are discussed and—if necessary—followed up by immediate decisions.
The segmented assets as well as expenses and income are assigned to the three segments by means of a defined procedure. As a rule, services between the segments are exchanged at transfer prices charged at arm's length. The entire segment revenue represents external revenue from third parties.
Internal reporting within the segments is essentially based on information on profitability. In the course of segment accounting, the profitability is calculated on project level by way of direct costing and then aggregated into segments. Expenses and income that cannot be directly assigned on project level are attributed to the segments using defined criteria.
Apart from the depreciation, amortisation and impairment, there was no other significant non-cash effective expenditure in the individual segments.
The segment assets comprise that part of the current and non-current assets used in the operating activities of the segment. This includes primarily intangible assets, property, plant and equipment, cash and cash equivalents, inventories and trade receivables. Debt was not assigned to segments, since this is not considered in internal control and reporting either.
| Value as at 28 February 2013 | Austria | USA | Canada | Germany | Other countries |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Revenue | 794 | 120,206 | 70,544 | 151,871 | 90,510 | 433,925 |
| Value as at 28 February 2014 | Austria | USA | Canada | Germany | Other countries |
Total |
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Revenue | 1,373 | 184,224 | 51,084 | 200,809 | 108,992 | 546,482 |
As regards revenue, segmentation into geographical areas is based on the customer's corporate seat. The majority of segment assets are located in Austria.
For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2013, the Group generated revenue from two external customers which both exceeded 10% of the total revenue, with the excess amounting to EUR 116,028,000 and EUR 43,124,000, respectively.
For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2014, the Group generated revenue from two external customers which both exceeded 10% of the total revenue, with the excess amounting to EUR 160,586,000 and EUR 59,908,000, respectively.
Revenue from external customers is derived from the production of shipsets as well as from providing engineering and other services in connection with the production of shipsets. Revenue is broken down as follows:
| Balance as at 28 February 2013 |
Balance as at 28 February 2014 |
|
|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Production | 339,124 | 415,465 |
| Engineering and services | 94,801 | 131,017 |
| Total revenue | 433,925 | 546,482 |
| For the two fiscal years ended 28 February 2013 and 28 February 2014 | Goodwill EUR'000 |
Software EUR'000 |
Delivery rights EUR'000 |
Development costs EUR'000 |
Total EUR'000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acquisition costs | |||||
| Balance as at 1 March 2012 | — | 11,515 | 28,214 | 86,479 | 126,208 |
| Additions | — | 3,284 | 162 | 6,575 | 10,021 |
| Disposals | — | (5) | — | (912) | (917) |
| Balance as at 28 February 2013 | — | 14,794 | 28,376 | 92,142 | 135,312 |
| Additions | — | 2,982 | 3,073 | 36,374 | 42,429 |
| From initial consolidation | 1,392 | 60 | (1) | — | 1,451 |
| Reclassification to current assets | — | — | (6,117) | (10,407) | (16,524) |
| Disposals | — | (47) | — | — | (47) |
| Balance as at 28 February 2014 | 1,392 | 17,789 | 25,331 | 118,109 | 162,621 |
| Accumulated scheduled amortisation and write-downs Balance as at 1 March 2012 |
— | 8,541 | 10,557 | 24,176 | 43,294 |
| Scheduled amortisation | — | 1,565 | 1,035 | 2,977 | 5,577 |
| Write-downs | — | — | — | — | — |
| Disposals | — | (5) | — | (64) | (69) |
| Balance as at 28 February 2013 | — | 10,101 | 11,612 | 27,089 | 48,802 |
| Scheduled amortisation | — | 2,181 | 1,400 | 3,437 | 7,018 |
| Write-downs | — | — | — | — | — |
| Reclassification to current assets | — | — | — | (2,271) | (2,271) |
| Disposals | — | (31) | — | — | (31) |
| Balance as at 28 February 2014 | — | 12,251 | 13,012 | 28,255 | 53,518 |
| Carryings amounts as at 28 February 2013 | — | 4,693 | 16,764 | 65,053 | 86,510 |
| Carrying amounts as at 28 February 2014 | 1,392 | 5,538 | 12,319 | 89.854 | 109,103 |
Delivery rights are considerations paid for acquiring the right to supply certain aircraft components to the customer.
Research expenses of EUR 2,642,000 (28 February 2013) and EUR 3,437,000 (28 February 2014), respectively, were recognised through profit or loss.
With respect to additions to goodwill, reference is made to Note 33 "Business combinations".
The reclassification to current assets (inventories) relates to the sale of a development project (see Note 20).
| For the two fiscal years ended 28 February 2013 and 28 February 2014 |
Land and buildings |
Technical equipment |
Factory and office equipment |
Prepayments, construction in process |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Acquisition costs | |||||
| Balance as at 1 March 2012 | 60,629 | 86,725 | 14,102 | 6,390 | 167,846 |
| Additions | 3,295 | 9,474 | 1,784 | 16,091 | 30,644 |
| Transfers | — | 2,258 | — | (2,258) | — |
| Disposals | — | (1,426) | (511) | — | (1,937) |
| Balance as at 28 February 2013 | 63,924 | 97,031 | 15,375 | 20,223 | 196,553 |
| Additions | 22,011 | 15,662 | 5,084 | 15,713 | 58,470 |
| From initial consolidation | (271) | 25 | — | (246) | |
| Transfers | 23 | 13,416 | 229 | (13,668) | — |
| Reclassification to current assets | — | (3,730) | — | — | (3,730) |
| Disposals | (54) | (8,672) | (1,548) | — | (10,274) |
| Balance as at 28 February 2014 | 85,904 | 113,436 | 19,165 | 22,268 | 240,773 |
| Accumulated amortisation | |||||
| Balance as at 1 March 2012 | 14,538 | 70,248 | 10,825 | — | 95,611 |
| Scheduled amortisation | 1,835 | 7,486 | 1,369 | — | 10,690 |
| Disposals | — | (1,422) | (483) | — | (1,905) |
| Balance as at 28 February 2013 | 16,373 | 76,312 | 11,711 | — | 104,396 |
| Scheduled amortisation | 2,135 | 6,709 | 1,500 | — | 10,344 |
| Disposals | 0 | (4,206) | (550) | — | (4,756) |
| Balance as at 28 February 2014 | 18,508 | 78,815 | 12,661 | — | 109,984 |
| Carrying amounts as at 28 February 2013 | 47,551 | 20,719 | 3,664 | 20,223 | 92,157 |
| Carrying amounts as at 28 February 2014 | 67,396 | 34,621 | 6,504 | 22,268 | 130,789 |
Certain land and buildings serve as collateral for bank borrowings (see Note 13 "Financial liabilities"). The Group holds only freehold land.
Group finance lease agreements are related to land and buildings at acquisition costs in the amount of EUR 22,010,818. This means a depreciation expense for this fiscal year amounting to EUR 179,118, resulting in a net book value of the assets of EUR 21,831,700.
| Securities | Book-entry securities |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Fair value as at 1 March 2012 | 352 | 995 | 1,347 |
| Additions | — | 172 | 172 |
| Unrealised changes in fair value | 19 | — | 19 |
| Fair value as at 28 February 2013 | 371 | 1,167 | 1,538 |
| Additions | — | 179 | 179 |
| Unrealised changes in fair value | 13 | — | 13 |
| Fair value as at 28 February 2014 | 384 | 1,346 | 1,730 |
Securities available for sale serve as coverage of pension provisions in accordance with the provisions of Sections 14 and 116 of the Austrian Income Tax Act (EStG). The carrying amount corresponds to the market value as at the respective end of the reporting period (28 February 2013 and 28 February 2014).
Book-entry securities relate to the cash surrender values of the pension re-insurance for the Group's pension obligations, which are valued at the cash surrender value at the end of the reporting period as confirmed by the insurance company. This value approximates the cash inflows to be expected if the insurance policy is cancelled at the end of the reporting period, which reflects the best possible value determination available at the end of the reporting period. Furthermore, the Group holds shares in Techno-Z Ried Technologiezentrum GmbH, Ried im Innkreis.
| Share | Carrying amount as at 28 February 2013 |
Carrying amount as at 28 February 2014 |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Techno-Z Ried Technologiezentrum GmbH, Ried im Innkreis | 3.14% | EUR'000 44 |
EUR'000 44 |
| Pension re-insurance | 1,123 | 1,302 | |
| Balance | 1,167 | 1,346 |
All non-current financial assets are denominated in EUR.
| Carrying amount | As at 28 February 2013 |
As at 28 February 2014 |
|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Raw materials and consumables | 31,964 | 47,320 |
| Unfinished goods | 22,519 | 29,051 |
| Finished goods | 1,882 | 4,678 |
| Balance (net of valuation adjustments) | 56,365 | 81,049 |
Based on a detailed inventory analysis, valuation adjustments of inventories were made for slow-moving inventory and due to lower net selling prices in the amount of EUR 3,743,000 (28 February 2013) and EUR 4,830,000 (28 February 2014). The valuation adjustments of inventories in the amount of EUR 330,000 (28 February 2013) and EUR 1,087,000 (28 February 2014) were recognised through profit or loss.
| As at 28 February 2013 |
As at 28 February 2014 |
|---|---|
| EUR'000 | |
| 100,111 | |
| 28,198 | 25,144 |
| 125,255 | |
| 16,777 | |
| 2,240 | |
| 112 | 13,912 |
| 131,368 | 158,184 |
| EUR'000 97,165 125,363 4,975 918 |
The FACC Group applies the zero profit method to account for construction contracts in accordance with IAS 11, as the outcome of a construction contract can frequently not be estimated reliably due to the individual specifications of such contracts. Contract revenue is therefore recognised only to the extent of contract costs incurred being likely to be recoverable from the customer. In the fiscal year 2013/14, construction costs incurred (= contract revenue) in the amount of EUR 52,723k were recognised.
At the end of the reporting period, the following construction contracts recognised under assets as amounts to be received from the customer are as follows:
| Carrying amount | As at 28 February 2013 |
As at 28 February 2014 |
|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Total costs incurred | 28,198 | 25,144 |
| Less partial settlements | - | - |
| Receivables from construction contracts | 28,198 | 25,144 |
One project, which had originally been classified as a construction contract, was reclassified as an intangible asset pursuant to IAS 38 (capitalised development costs) as a result of a contract amendment in the fiscal year 2013/14. An amount of EUR 20,350,113 was reclassified.
Receivables from construction contracts in progress correspond to the carrying amount of receivables from construction contracts reported in the consolidated statement of financial position, since no partial settlements were carried out. Retained amounts for partial settlements do not exist either.
Prepayments made by customers in connection with construction contracts, which are not yet offset by services rendered, were recognised as trade payables showing a carrying amount of EUR 3,113k (previous year: EUR 485k).
| Balance as at 28 February 2013 |
Balance as at 28 February 2014 |
|
|---|---|---|
| Trade receivables and receivables from construction contracts Less valuation adjustments for trade receivables |
EUR'000 127,264 (1,901) |
EUR'000 126,639 (1,384) |
| Trade receivables and receivables from construction contracts Other receivables |
125,363 4,975 |
125,255 16,777 |
| Accruals and deferrals Receivables from affiliated companies |
918 112 |
2,240 13,912 |
| Balance | 131,368 | 158,184 |
The majority of the Group's revenue is based on payment terms between 30 and 120 days calculated from date of invoice.
As at 28 February 2013 and 28 February 2014, trade receivables of EUR 10,975,000 and EUR 33,688,000 were past due but not impaired. These receivables relate to a number of independent customers for whom there is no recent history of default. At the end of the reporting period, there are no indications that the debtors will not meet their obligations.
| Trade receivables | Total | 0-30 days | 31-60 days | 61-90 days | 91-120 days | more than 120 days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Balance as at 28 February 2013 | 10,975 | 6,750 | 381 | 794 | 83 | 2,967 |
| Balance as at 28 February 2014 | 33,688 | 17,436 | 1,702 | 2,010 | 796 | 11,744 |
In connection with the trade receivables from four customers, FACC AG has a cession agreement without recourse with a financial institution. The ceded amount reduces FACC AG's trade receivables.
Movements in the valuation adjustments of trade receivables have developed as follows:
| Balance as at 28 February 2013 |
Balance as at 28 February 2014 |
||
|---|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | ||
| Valuation adjustment of trade receivables at the beginning of the period | 1,259 | 1,901 | |
| Utilisation | (85) | - | |
| (Reversal) / addition | 727 | (517) | |
| Valuation adjustment of trade receivables at the end of the period | 1,901 | 1,384 |
The valuation adjustments of trade receivables comprise many individual items of which no single item is considered significant on its own.
| Carrying amount | As at 28 February 2013 |
As at 28 February 2014 |
|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Credit balance with tax authority | 3,913 | 13,956 |
| Other | 1,062 | 5,061 |
| Balance | 4,975 | 19,017 |
Other receivables do not show significant amounts of overdue receivables. Furthermore, no valuation adjustments in a significant amount were made for these receivables. The increase in the credit balance with tax authority mainly results from research promotion loans.
All receivables and other assets have residual terms of less than one year.
The Group shows receivables from the direct holding companies of Aerospace Innovation Investment GmbH and Aero Vision Holding GmbH as well as other associates (Future Aviation International Investment Co. Ltd. (formerly FACC Holding Company Limited) and FACC International Co. Ltd.) under receivables from affiliated companies in the consolidated statement of financial position. In addition, a receivable from Fesher Aviation Component (Zhenjiang) Co., Ltd. is included. These companies are holding companies which are not included in the consolidated group of the FACC Group since they are superordinated companies.
These receivables do not show significant amounts of overdue receivables. Furthermore, no valuation adjustments in a significant amount were made for these receivables.
All receivables have residual terms of less than one year.
| Carrying amount | As at 28 February 2013 |
As at 28 February 2014 |
|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Non-current trade receivables | 15,737 | 8,913 |
| Prepayments | 5,141 | 7,763 |
| Balance | 20,878 | 16,676 |
With the exception of a receivable from the customer Goodrich Aerospace, Chula Vista, USA, with a notional amount of EUR 3,820,945.11 (which corresponds to a present value of EUR 3,705,551.11) and an annual redemption plan (starting on 15 January 2015 and ending on 15 January 2019), and another receivable with a notional amount of EUR 5,883,593.75 (which corresponds to a present value of EUR 5,206,674.48) and a long-term redemption plan that depends on units delivered per year starting on 1 March 2014 and ending on the date when 1,108 units will have been delivered, all trade receivables and receivables from affiliated companies – as in the previous year – have residual terms of less than one year.
The carrying amounts of the Group's trade receivables, receivables from affiliated companies and other receivables are denominated in the following currencies:
| Balance as at 28 February 2013 |
Balance as at 28 February 2014 |
||
|---|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | ||
| GBP | 613 | 319 | |
| USD | 121,281 | 109,563 | |
| EUR | 9,474 | 48,302 | |
| 131,368 | 158,184 |
| Carrying amount | As at 28 February 2013 |
As at 28 February 2014 |
|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Bank balances | 34,425 | 44,651 |
| Cash in hand | 10 | 17 |
| Cheques received | 1,399 | 1,396 |
| Balance | 35,834 | 46,064 |
| Number of shares | Nominal value of shares |
|
|---|---|---|
| (Thousand) | EUR'000 | |
| As at 28 February 2013 = as at 28 February 2014 | 40,000 | 80,000 |
The share capital amounts to EUR 80,000,000 and is fully paid in. The Group issued 40 million shares at a nominal value of EUR 2 per share to the shareholders of FACC AG. The shares are bearer shares.
The capital reserve is an unappropriated reserve and has arisen from a shareholder contribution in the amount of EUR 3,000,000.
Revenue reserves consist of a statutory reserve and free reserves. The statutory reserve amounted to EUR 3,160,779 as at 28 February 2013 and to EUR 3,564,000 as at 28 February 2014. Free reserves amounted to EUR 7,733,000 as at 28 February 2013 and 28 February 2014.
The reserves for cash flow hedges result from changes in the fair value of currency hedging instruments that have to be recognised directly in equity pursuant to IAS 39 (cash flow hedges). The effective portion of the changes in the fair value was entered in the hedging reserve with no effect on profit/loss. These changes in equity are presented net of taxes in other comprehensive income. The non-effective portion of the changes in the fair value in the amount of EUR nil (28 February 2013) and EUR nil (28 February 2014) was recognised in profit or loss. The fair value of currency hedging instruments is reclassified through profit or loss from the hedging reserve to the consolidated statement of comprehensive income when the underlying hedged items affect profit or loss.
Changes in the fair value of forward foreign exchange contracts used for hedge accounting purposes are as follows:
EUR'000
| Balance as at 1 March 2012 | 590 |
|---|---|
| Reclassification to the consolidated statement of comprehensive income, net | (590) |
| Change in fair values of hedging instruments, net | 549 |
| Balance as at 28 February 2013 | 549 |
| Reclassification to the consolidated statement of comprehensive income, net | (540) |
| Other changes - recognised through profit and loss |
(9) |
| Change in fair values of hedging instruments, net | - |
| Balance as at 28 February 2014 | - |
Actuarial gains and losses associated with pension and termination obligations for previous years as well as the current fiscal year are recognised in equity as other reserves for revaluation effects of pensions and termination benefits.
In the reporting period, a dividend was paid in the amount of EUR 6,000,000 (previous year: EUR 2,000k) to the shareholders.
It is the goal of capital management to maintain a strong capital base to meet the specific corporate risks (growth and development risk) by creating a balanced capital structure. Management considers capital to be only the equity as shown in the consolidated statement of financial position in accordance with IFRSs. The target is to achieve an equity ratio of at least 30%. As at the end of the reporting period, the equity ratio (i.e. the ratio of equity to total assets) was 42% (28 February 2013) and 37% (28 February 2014).
The following table shows the bonds and promissory note loans issued by the Group:
| Nomi nal value |
Carrying amount as at 28 February 2013 |
Carrying amount as at 28 February 2014 |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Promissory note loan 2012 to 2015 | 3,000 | 3,000 | 3,000 |
| Promissory note loan 2012 to 2017 | 8,000 | 8,000 | 8,000 |
| Promissory note loan 2012 to 2019 | 34,000 | 34,000 | 34,000 |
| FACC bond 2013-20 (ISIN AT0000A10J83) | 90,000 | - | 88,893 |
| 90.0 Balance |
135,000 | 45,000 | 133,893 |
In connection with the promissory note loans 2012 to 2015, 2012 to 2017 and 2012 to 2019, a covenant was agreed upon under which FACC AG, in its capacity as the issuer of the promissory note (borrower), is obligated to meet a specific equity ratio. If this ratio is not met, the promissory note loans may fall due. At the end of the reporting period, i.e. 28 February 2014, there was no breach of the covenant by the Group.
With respect to the bond 2013 to 2020, FACC AG as the issuer gave assurances regarding a certain amount of dividend in relation to the net income for the year and in relation to a certain equity ratio.
If these assurances are not met, the bond may fall due. At the end of the reporting period, i.e. 28 February 2014, there was no breach of the covenant by the Group.
| Balance as at 28 February 2013 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Non-current | Current | Total | |
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Bank borrowings | |||
| Investkredit AG, ERP A380 | 2,143 | 1,071 | 3,214 |
| UniCredit BA, Kontrollbank export loan | — | 30,000 | 30,000 |
| RLB OÖ / Oberbank, loan with AWS guaranty | 3,555 | 395 | 3,950 |
| RLB OÖ / Oberbank, loan with security transfer | 5,209 | 801 | 6,010 |
| Investkredit AG, ERP loan | 4,100 | — | 4,100 |
| UniCredit BA, ERP loan with AWS guaranty | 3,180 | — | 3,180 |
| RLB OÖ EUR | — | 7,808 | 7,808 |
| RLB OÖ GBP | — | 1,400 | 1,400 |
| RLB cash advance | — | 6,600 | 6,600 |
| Accrual, interest and expenses | — | 1,783 | 1,783 |
| Other | — | 63 | 63 |
| Balance | 18,187 | 49,921 | 68,108 |
The interest rates of the financial liabilities vary from 0.5% to 3.7%.
| Balance as at 28 February 2014 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Non-current | Current | Total | |
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Bank borrowings | |||
| Investkredit AG, ERP A380 | 962 | 1,071 | 2,033 |
| RLB OÖ / Oberbank, loan with AWS guaranty | 3,160 | 395 | 3,555 |
| RLB OÖ / Oberbank, loan with security transfer | 5,062 | 632 | 5,694 |
| Investkredit AG, ERP loan | 3,464 | 1,367 | 4,831 |
| UniCredit BA, ERP loan with AWS guaranty | 3,035 | — | 3,035 |
| OB FFG loan | 1,738 | — | 1,738 |
| Erste ERP loan | 6,598 | — | 6,598 |
| RLB ERP loan | 5,938 | — | 5,938 |
| Leasing UniCredit Plant 5 | 20,019 | 433 | 20,452 |
| Leasing Raiffeisen Impuls Plant 2 | 7,052 | 82 | 7,134 |
| Accrual, interest and expenses | — | 5,298 | 5,298 |
| Other | — | 1,539 | 1,539 |
| Balance | 57,028 | 10,817 | 67,845 |
The interest rates of the financial liabilities vary from 0.5% and 3.7%.
Certain bank borrowings are secured by liens on Company properties, by AWS (Austrian Credit Agency) guarantees, federal guarantees for loans within the framework of support agreements by the Forschungsförderungsgesellschaft (Austrian Research Promotion Agency) and transfers of titles on machines by way of security. The export loan under the Austrian Kontrollbank's procedure is secured by export receivables in the amount of 120% of the framework made available. Certain conditions must be complied with in order to claim the favourable interest rates on research promotion loans. The collaterals for certain bank borrowings in connection with land and buildings amounted to EUR 22,519,000 as at 28 February 2013 and 28 February 2014.
Interest rate risks and the contractually defined interest rate adjustment dates related to financial liabilities at the end of the reporting period are as follows:
| Carrying amount | 2012/13 | 2013/14 |
|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| 6 months or less | 55,830 | 10,789 |
| 6 to 12 months | 27,500 | 55,085 |
| Balance | 83,330 | 65,874 |
The carrying amounts and fair values of non-current financial liabilities bearing fixed interests are:
| 2012/13 carrying amount |
2012/13 fair value |
2013/14 carrying amount |
2013/14 fair value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3,214 | 3,084 | 2,033 | 2,033 |
| 4,100 | 3,934 | 4,831 | 4,831 |
| 3,035 | |||
| 1,738 | |||
| 6,598 | |||
| 5,938 | |||
| 2,500 | |||
| 15,000 | |||
| - | - | 88,893 | 92,691 |
| 27,994 | 27,527 | 130,566 | 134,364 |
| EUR'000 3,180 - - - 2,500 15,000 |
3,009 - - - 2,500 15,000 |
EUR'000 3,035 1,738 6,598 5,938 2,500 15,000 |
The carrying amounts of current borrowings approximate the fair value, since the impacts of discounts are immaterial. The fair values of non-current borrowings bearing fixed interest are based on discounted cash flows calculated according to the market interest rates.
| 2012/14 | 2013/14 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2/13 EUR'000 |
EUR'000 | |
| No later than 1 year | - | 978 |
| Later than 1 year and no later than 5 years | - | 3,855 |
| Later than 5 years | - | 22,270 |
| Future finance charges on finance lease liabilities | - | (6,651) |
| Present value of finance lease liabilities | ─────── - ═══════ |
─────── 20,452 ═══════ |
The present value of finance lease liabilities is as follows:
| 2012/13 | 2013/14 | |
|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| No later than 1 year | - | 960 |
| Later than 1 year and no later than 5 years | - | 3,567 |
| Later than 5 years | - | 15,925 |
| ─────── - |
─────── 20,452 |
|
| ═══════ | ═══════ |
The notional amounts of derivative financial instruments are as follows:
| Balance as at 28 February 2013 |
Balance as at 28 February 2014 |
|
|---|---|---|
| USD'000 | USD'000 | |
| Forward foreign exchange contracts | 205,000 | 155,000 |
| Structured currency options | — | — |
| Total current | 205,000 | 155,000 |
| Balance as at 28 February 2013 |
Balance as at 28 February 2014 |
|
|---|---|---|
| Interest rate swaps | EUR'000 20,000 |
EUR'000 20,000 |
| Total | 20,000 | 20,000 |
| Less non-current portion | ||
| Interest rate swaps | 20,000 | 20,000 |
| — | — | |
| Current portion | — | — |
The full fair value of a derivative financial instrument is classified as a non-current asset or liability if the residual term exceeds 12 months. If the residual term is less than 12 months, it is classified as a current asset or liability.
A positive fair value is shown on the assets side under the item "Derivative financial instruments". A negative fair value is reported under the item "Derivative financial instruments" on the liabilities side.
The maximum credit risk exposure at the end of the reporting period corresponds to the fair value of the derivative assets recognised in the consolidated statement of financial position.
Forward foreign exchange and currency option contracts were concluded to hedge against the foreign exchange risk. The forward foreign exchange contracts that qualify for hedge accounting are shown as cash flow hedge in accordance with IAS 39. Forward foreign exchange and structured currency option contracts not shown as cash flow hedges are shown as stand-alone derivatives.
The hedged transactions denominated in foreign currency are expected to occur during the next 12 months. Gains and losses recognised in the hedging reserve in equity on forward foreign exchange contracts are recognised in the consolidated statement of comprehensive income in the period or periods during which the hedged forecast transaction affects the consolidated statement of comprehensive income. This is generally within 12 months from the end of the reporting period unless the gain or loss is included in the initial amount recognised for the purchase of fixed assets.
To hedge against the interest rate risk of the interest-bearing financial liabilities, interest rate swap contracts were concluded which are entered in the consolidated statement of financial position as a stand-alone derivative; not as hedge accounting in accordance with IAS 39.
Non-current and current investment grants amount to EUR 11,771,000 (28 February 2013) and EUR 10,612,000 (28 February 2014). As a rule, the significant part of the investment grants is subject to conditions defined by the granting authority that have to be fulfilled for a period of 3-5 years upon acceptance of the final settlement. This essentially entails a minimum number of employees that must be retained, as well as the obligation not to move the supported assets from the project location or sell them. The other investment grants relate to subsidies for development projects and are released over the term of the projects.
| Balance as at 28 February 2013 |
Balance as at 28 February 2014 |
|
|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Obligations recognised in the consolidated statement of financial position for | ||
| Pension obligations (a)* | 1,885 | 2,114 |
| Provision for termination benefits (b)* | 4,146 | 4,598 |
| Provision for anniversary bonuses (c) | 766 | 838 |
| Provision for early retirement benefits | 71 | 31 |
| 6,868 | 7,581 | |
| Expenses shown in the consolidated statement of comprehensive income | ||
| Pension obligations* | 352 | 229 |
| Termination benefits (exclusive of contributions to the staff provision fund)* | 907 | 402 |
| Anniversary bonuses | 155 | 72 |
| Early retirement benefits | (16) | (40) |
| 1,398 | 663 |
The amounts recognised in the consolidated statement of financial position are as follows:
| For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2013 |
For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2014 |
|
|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Present value of the pension obligations as at 1 March* | 1,534 | 1,885 |
| Service costs | 124 | 142 |
| Interest expense | 61 | 61 |
| Revaluation effects* | 166 | 26 |
| Reversal due to retirement of beneficiaries | — | — |
| Present value of the pension obligations at the end of the period (DBO)* | 1,885 | 2,114 |
The amounts recognised in the consolidated statement of comprehensive income are as follows:
| For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2013 |
For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2014 |
||
|---|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | ||
| Service costs | 124 | 142 | |
| Interest expense | 62 | 61 | |
| Revaluation effects (recognised in other comprehensive income, net of deferred taxes)* |
166 | 26 | |
| Past service cost | — | — | |
| Total | 352 | 229 |
As the corridor approach has been eliminated, the recognised provision for pensions as at 28 February 2013 and 28 February 2014 increased by EUR 166k and EUR 26k, respectively. The revaluation effects (actuarial gains/losses) mentioned in the table above were recognised net of deferred taxes in other comprehensive income.
* Adjustment of prior year values pursuant to IAS 8.19 b), reference to notes to the consolidated financial statements, Note 2(a) adjustment pursuant to IAS 8 on the basis of the application of IAS 19 in the version as of 16 June 2011.
The principal actuarial assumptions used were as follows:
| For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2013 |
For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2014 |
||
|---|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | ||
| Interest rate | 3.25% | 3.30% | |
| Pension and salary increases | 2.00% | 2.00% | |
| Staff turnover – employees | none | none | |
| Pensionable age – men | 60 years | 60 years | |
| Mortality rate (Note) | AVÖ 2008-P | AVÖ 2008-P |
Note:
Assumptions regarding future mortality rates are set based on actuarial advice in accordance with published statistics and experience in each territory. Mortality assumptions are based on the post-retirement mortality tables in Austria (published by the Austrian Actuarial Association).
All expenses associated with pensions are shown under "Staff costs" in the consolidated statement of comprehensive income.
| For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2013 |
For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2014 |
|
|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Present value of provision for termination benefit obligations as at the beginning of the | ||
| period* | 3,239 | 4,146 |
| Service costs | 203 | 249 |
| Interest expense | 130 | 135 |
| Revaluation effects (recognised in other comprehensive income net of deferred taxes)* | 701 | 253 |
| Termination benefits paid | (127) | (235) |
| Present value of provision for termination benefit obligations at the end of the period | ||
| (DBO)* | 4,146 | 4,548 |
The calculations as at 28 February 2013 and 28 February 2014 are based on the following assumptions:
| Balance as at 28 February 2013 |
Balance as at 28 February 2014 |
|
|---|---|---|
| Interest rate | 3.25% | 3.30% |
| Pension and salary increases | 2.00% | 2.00% |
| Staff turnover – employees | 12.10% | 12.60% |
| Staff turnover – workers | 12.30% | 12.30% |
| Pensionable age – women | 60 years | 60 years |
| Pensionable age – men | 65 years | 65 years |
| Mortality rate | AVÖ 2008-P | AVÖ 2008-P |
The statutory transitional provisions regarding the pensionable age were taken into account.
As the corridor approach has been eliminated, the recognised provision for termination benefits as at 28 February 2013 and 28 February 2014 increased by EUR 701k and EUR 253k, respectively. The revaluation effects (actuarial gains/losses) mentioned in the table above were recognised net of deferred taxes in other comprehensive income
All expenses associated with termination benefits with the exception of the revaluation effects are shown under "Staff costs" in the consolidated statement of comprehensive income.
* Adjustment of prior year values pursuant to IAS 8.19 b), reference to notes to the consolidated financial statements, Note 2(a) adjustment pursuant to IAS 8 on the basis of the application of IAS 19 in the version as of 16 June 2011.
| For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2013 |
For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2014 |
|
|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Present value of provision for anniversary bonuses as at the beginning of the period | 566 | 710 |
| Service costs | 89 | 120 |
| Interest expense | 23 | 23 |
| Actuarial gain/loss for the period | 59 | (47) |
| Anniversary bonuses paid | (27) | (19) |
| Present value of provision for anniversary bonuses at the end of the period | 710 | 787 |
| Non-wage labour costs | 56 | 51 |
| Recognised provision for anniversary bonuses | 766 | 838 |
All expenses associated with anniversary bonuses were shown under the item "Staff costs" in the consolidated statement of comprehensive income.
Contributions in the amount of EUR 91,000 (28 February 2013) and EUR 97,000 (28 February 2014) were made to the multi-employer pension fund for the respective fiscal years.
Contributions in the amount of EUR 999,000 (28 February 2013) and EUR 1,270,000 (28 February 2014) were made to the staff provision fund in the respective fiscal years.
The age analysis of trade payables as at 28 February 2013 and 28 February 2014 is as follows:
| Balance as at 28 February 2013 |
Balance as at 28 February 2014 |
|
|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Within 90 days | 55,331 | 55,487 |
| Over 90 days and within 360 days | 119 | 55 |
| 55,450 | 55,542 |
| Carrying amount as at 28 February 2013 |
Carrying amount as at 28 February 2014 |
|
|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Social security payables | 2,519 | 2,975 |
| Other liabilities | 2,806 | 1,380 |
| Liabilities towards employees | 12,587 | 17,697 |
| Accruals and deferrals | 119 | 1,311 |
| Balance | 18,031 | 23,363 |
Liabilities to affiliated companies mainly include an income tax liability from group taxation owed to the group parent.
| Employees | Warranties | Other | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Balance as at 1 March 2012 | 39 | 4,193 | 3,278 | 7,510 |
| Utilisation | (39) | (254) | (1,842) | (2,135) |
| Reversal | — | (1,528) | (835) | (2,363) |
| New provisions | 49 | 1,773 | 8,951 | 10,773 |
| Balance as at28 February 2013 | 49 | 4,184 | 9,552 | 13,785 |
| Of which current | 49 | 4,184 | 9,552 | 13,785 |
| Of which non-current | — | — | — | — |
In addition to specific obligations, provisions for warranties include a best estimate of possible warranty obligations in the amount of EUR 2,630,000 (previous year: EUR 2,219,000). Management assesses the related provision for future warranty claims on the basis of historical warranty claim information, as well as recent trends that might suggest that past cost information may differ from future claims. The Group generally offers a warranty period of four years for its products.
Other provisions include a provision for follow-up costs in relation to several development projects in the amount of EUR 4,224,000 as well as a provision for outstanding travel expenses in the amount of EUR 290,000 and a provision for the repayment of funds granted by FFG in the amount of EUR 1,346,000.
| Employees | Warranties | Other | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Balance as at 1 March 2013 | 49 | 4,184 | 9,552 | 13,785 |
| Utilisation | (49) | (74) | (7,995) | (8,118) |
| Reversal | (4,141) | (665) | (4,806) | |
| New provision | 68 | 1,657 | 7,767 | 9,492 |
| Balance as at 28 February 2014 | 68 | 1,626 | 8,659 | 10,353 |
| Of which current | 68 | 1,626 | 8,659 | 10,353 |
| Of which non-current | — | — | — | — |
The best estimate of possible warranty obligations in the amount of EUR 2,630,000 from the previous year was subjected to a review that is carried out periodically. Such review revealed that the trends assumed in previous years regarding the development of Group warranties did not prevail. Provisions were thus only made for specific obligations.
Other provisions include a provision for follow-up costs in the amount of EUR 3,431,000 for various development projects, a provision for outstanding travel expenses in the amount of EUR 119,000, a provision for additional electricity costs in the amount of EUR 144,000 and a provision for legal disputes in the amount of EUR 620,000.
| For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2013 |
For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2014 |
|
|---|---|---|
| Finished goods | EUR'000 (546) |
EUR'000 (14,718) |
| Unfinished goods Total |
6,069 5,523 |
6,532 (8,186) |
A development project was settled as a result of a contract amendment in the fiscal year 2013/14. Previously, the development project had been recognised pursuant to IAS 38 as capitalised development costs and delivery right in intangible assets or, pursuant to IAS 16, as property, plant and equipment (tooling). Prior to the settlement, a reclassification (see statement of fixed assets) to inventory and, as a result, a recognition of the disposal as part of changes in inventories was made.
| For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2013 |
For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2014 |
|
|---|---|---|
| Capitalisation of development costs | EUR'000 4,509 |
EUR'000 9,557 |
| Other | 232 | 201 |
| Total | 4,741 | 9,758 |
| For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2013 |
For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2014 |
|
|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Cost of materials | 224,449 | 285,276 |
| Cost of purchased services | 32,656 | 23,683 |
| Total | 257,105 | 308,959 |
| For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2013 |
For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2014 |
|
|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Wages and salaries | 84,288 | 109,636 |
| Expenses for statutory social contributions and benefits | 22,233 | 27,433 |
| Expenses for termination benefits and contributions to staff | ||
| provision funds | 1,351 | 2.032 |
| Expenses for pensions | 269 | 288 |
| Other social expenses | 1,988 | 2,636 |
| Total (including remuneration of the management board) | 110,129 | 142,025 |
Expenses for termination benefits and contributions to staff provision funds include contributions to staff provision funds in the amount of EUR 999,000 (28 February 2013) and EUR 1,270,000 (28 February 2014).
The number of staff employed by the Group is 2,963 persons (1,687 workers and 1,276 employees) as at 28 February 2014 compared to 2,377 persons (1,397 workers and 980 employees) as at 28 February 2013.
The remuneration of each member of the supervisory and management board for the period ended 28 February 2013 is set out below:
| Name | Fee | Salary | Discretionary bonus |
Termination benefits |
Employer's contribution to retirement scheme |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Supervisory board | ||||||
| Geng Ruguang | 6 | — | — | — | — | 6 |
| Meng Xiangkai | 5 | — | — | — | — | 5 |
| Huang Hang. | 5 | — | — | — | — | 5 |
| Yi Xiaosu (until 20 April 2013) | 5 | — | — | — | — | 5 |
| Peters Greg | 3 | — | — | — | — | 3 |
| Tang Jun | 7 | — | — | — | — | 7 |
| Wang Yongsheng | 7 | — | — | — | — | 7 |
| Xu Chunlin | 3 | — | — | — | — | 3 |
| Gong Weixi (since 20 April 2013) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Management board | ||||||
| Stephan Walter DI | — | 251 | 187 | — | 186 | 624 |
| Gu Minfen Dipl.-Kauffr | — | 225 | 139 | — | — | 364 |
| Machtlinger Robert | — | 186 | 139 | — | 4 | 329 |
| 41 | 662 | 465 | — | 190 | 1,358 |
The remuneration of each member of the supervisory and management board for the period ended 28 February 2014 is set out below:
| Name | Fee | Salary | Discretionary bonus |
Termination benefits |
Employer's contribution to retirement scheme |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Supervisory board | ||||||
| Geng Ruguang | 11 | — | — | — | — | 11 |
| Meng Xiangkai | 8 | — | — | — | — | 8 |
| Huang Hang. | 6 | — | — | — | — | 6 |
| Yi Xiaosu (until 20 April 2013) | 2 | — | — | — | — | 2 |
| Peters Greg | 5 | — | — | — | — | 5 |
| Tang Jun | 7 | — | — | — | — | 7 |
| Wang Yongsheng | 4 | — | — | — | — | 4 |
| Xu Chunlin (until 21 February 2014) | 7 | — | — | — | — | 7 |
| Gong Weixi (since 20 April 2013) | 5 | — | — | — | — | 5 |
| Zhao Huimin (since 19 June 2013) | 3 | — | — | — | — | 3 |
| Management board | ||||||
| Stephan Walter DI | — | 254 | 325 | 198 | 495 | 1,272 |
| Gu Minfen Dipl.-Kauffr | — | 225 | 243 | 18 | — | 486 |
| Machtlinger Robert | — | 239 | 250 | 58 | 5 | 552 |
| 58 | 718 | 818 | 274 | 500 | 2,368 |
In this fiscal year, additional termination benefits amounting to EUR 274,530 were promised to the members of the management board.
| For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2013 |
For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2014 |
|
|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Of intangible assets | 5,577 | 7,018 |
| Of property, plant and equipment | 10,690 | 10,344 |
| Total | 16,267 | 17,362 |
| For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2013 |
For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2014 |
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|---|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | ||
| Maintenance, servicing and third-party repairs | 5,008 | 7,089 | |
| Shipping costs | 5,935 | 8,486 | |
| Material testing and certification costs, technical support | 2,390 | 3,726 | |
| Rents, leases and building rights costs | 3,841 | 5,033 | |
| Travel expenses | 3,951 | 3,997 | |
| Allowances, grants and other income | (8,581) | (20,960) | |
| Miscellaneous expenses | 12,483 | 29,844 | |
| Total | 25,027 | 37,215 |
Miscellaneous expenses include among other things exchange rate differences amounting to EUR 11,154,616, storage costs amounting to EUR 3,171,920.22 as well as insurance expenses of EUR 1,152,117.
The expenses for the Group auditor relating to the relevant fiscal years are as follows:
| For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2013 |
For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2014 |
|
|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Audit of the financial statements and the consolidated financial statements | 66 | 79 |
| Other consultancy services | 21 | 43 |
| Tax consulting services | 18 | 24 |
| Total | 105 | 146 |
| For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2013 |
For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2014 |
|
|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Interest and bank charges | 2,626 | 4,875 |
| Interest expense – bonds | 92 | 2,620 |
| Total | 1 2,718 |
1 7,495 |
| For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2013 |
For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2014 |
|
|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Bank interest | 12 | 265 |
| Income from interest rate swaps | — | — |
| Income from securities | 12 | 10 |
| Total | 24 | 275 |
The recognition of changes in the fair values of derivative financial instruments in the consolidated statement of comprehensive income is as follows:
| Volume USD'000 |
Volume EUR'000 |
Fair value --------------- EUR'000 |
Recognised in "Fair value measurement of derivative financial instruments" ------------ EUR'000 |
Recognised in "Cash flow hedges (net of tax)" EUR'000 |
Recognised in "Other operating income and expenses" ------------ EUR'000 |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balance as at 28 February 2013 | (2,149) | |||||
| Forward foreign exchange contracts – USD | 205,000 | — | 4,072 | — | 67 | |
| Structured currency options – USD | — | — | — | (688) | — | — |
| Interest rate swaps | — | 20,000 | (11,734) | (4,282) | — | — |
| Balance as at 28 February 2014 | ||||||
| Forward foreign exchange contracts – USD | 155,000 | — | 3,590 | — | (720) | 238 |
| Structured currency options – USD | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Interest rate swaps | — | 20,000 | (9,953) | 1,781 | — | — |
| For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2013 |
For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2014 |
|
|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Corporate income tax, current | — | 159 |
| Tax compensation from group taxation | 5,676 | 3 |
| Foreign withholding tax | 12 | — |
| Deferred taxes | 1,175 | 8,051 |
| 6,863 | 8,213 | |
| Tax expenses, previous years | (10) | (33) |
| Total | 6,853 | 8,180 |
The income tax on the Group's profit before taxes differs from the calculated income tax expense that would arise if the results of the fiscal years were subjected to a tax rate of 25%. This is broken down as follows:
| For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2013 |
For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2014 |
|
|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Profit before taxes | 27,998 | 37,054 |
| Calculated income tax expense 25% | 6,999 | 9,264 |
| Tax effects from: | ||
| *Deviating foreign tax rates | — | (38) |
| *Tax free income | (23) | (1,630) |
| *Expenses not deductible for tax purposes | 27 | 330 |
| *Utilisation of previously unrecognised tax losses | 382 | — |
| *Tax losses for which no deferred income tax asset was recognised | — | 195 |
| Other effects/valuation adjustments – deferred taxes | (522) | 87 |
| Adjustment in respect of prior years | (10) | (32) |
| Minimum corporate income tax and withholding taxes | — | 4 |
| Recognised income tax expense | 6,853 | 8,180 |
The deferred taxes changed as follows:
| Balance as at 1 March 2012* (adjusted) |
Changes in the consolidated statement of comprehensive income |
Changes in other comprehensive income |
Balance as at 28 February 2013* (adjusted) |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Deferred tax assets | ||||
| Financial assets | 3 | — | (5) | (2) |
| Other receivables and assets | 52 | 24 | — | 76 |
| Investment grants | 1,640 | (93) | — | 1,547 |
| Obligations towards employees | 196 | 51 | — | 247 |
| Derivative financial instruments | (712) | (322) | 17 | (1,017) |
| Provisions | 758 | 696 | 210 | 1,664 |
| Liabilities | (111) | (248) | — | (359) |
| Tax-loss carryforwards | 1,322 | (1,322) | — | — |
| Intangible assets (development costs) | (15,576) | (680) | — | (16,256) |
| Property, plant and equipment | (19) | — | — | (19) |
| Inventories | 105 | (105) | — | — |
| Trade receivables (mainly differences from | ||||
| USD valuation) | 265 | 587 | — | 852 |
| Other | 14 | 237 | — | 251 |
| (12,063) | (1,175) | 222 | (13,016) |
* Adjustment of prior year values pursuant to IAS 8.19 b), reference to notes to the consolidated financial statements, Note 2(a) adjustment pursuant to IAS 8 on the basis of the application of IAS 19 in the version as of 16 June 2011.
| Balance as at 1 March 2013 (adjusted) |
Changes in the consolidated statement of comprehensive income |
Changes in other comprehensive income |
Balance as at 28 February 2014 |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Deferred tax assets | ||||
| Financial assets | (2) | (49) | (3) | (54) |
| Other receivables and assets | 76 | 56 | — | 132 |
| Investment grants | 1,547 | (773) | — | 774 |
| Obligations towards employees | 247 | 483 | — | 730 |
| Derivative financial instruments | (1,017) | (60) | 180 | (897) |
| Provisions | 1,664 | (1,338) | 73 | 399 |
| Liabilities | (359) | 7,006 | — | 6,647 |
| Tax-loss carryforwards | — | — | — | — |
| Intangible assets (development costs) | (16,256) | (6,229) | — | (22,485) |
| Property, plant and equipment | (19) | (6,870) | — | (6,889) |
| Inventories | — | — | — | — |
| Trade receivables (mainly differences from | ||||
| USD valuation) | 852 | (86) | — | 766 |
| Other | — | (274) | — | (274) |
| 251 | 82 | — | 333 | |
| (13,016) | (8,052) | 250 | (20,818) |
* Adjustment of prior year values pursuant to IAS 8.19 b), reference to notes to the consolidated financial statements, Note 2(a) adjustment pursuant to IAS 8 on the basis of the application of IAS 19 in the version as of 16 June 2011.
Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are offset and recognised in the consolidated statement of financial position as an asset or a liability when there is a legally enforceable right to offset current income tax assets against current tax income liabilities and when the deferred income tax assets and liabilities relate to income taxes levied by the same taxation authority.
As at 28 February 2013 and 28 February 2014, deferred income tax liabilities in the amount of EUR 13,016,000 and EUR 20,818,000 are shown in the consolidated statement of financial position, respectively.
Within the next 12 months, deferred income tax assets in the amount of EUR 2,895,000 and EUR 2,908,000 are expected to be realised and deferred income tax liabilities amounting to EUR 2,404,000 and EUR 4,720,000 are expected to be settled as at 28 February 2013 and 28 February 2014, respectively.
Deferred income tax assets on loss carryforwards are recognised to the extent that their utilisation seems likely. The Group assesses the probability based on available planning data.
The Group did not recognise deferred income tax assets of EUR nil as at 28 February 2013 and of EUR 195,494 as at 28 February 2014 in respect of losses amounting to EUR 781,974 that can be carried forward against future taxable income in the country of origin of the subsidiary involved.
| For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2013 |
For the fiscal year ended 28 February 2014 |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross | Tax | Net | Tax | Net | |
| 19 | (5) | 14 | 13 | (3) | 10 |
| (67) | 17 | (50) | (732) | 183 | (549) ───── |
| (48) | 12 | (36) | (719) | 180 | (539) ══════ |
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| Balance as at 28 February 2013 EUR'000 |
Balance as at 28 February 2014 |
|
|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | ||
| Property, plant and equipment | ||
| Authorised but without contractual obligation | 65,516 | 37,345 |
| Contractual obligation, not yet incurred | 24,486 | 11,025 |
| 90,002 | 48,370 |
The total of future accumulated minimum lease payments from operating leases in connection with property, plant and equipment amount to:
| Balance as at 28 February 2013 |
Balance as at 28 February 2014 |
|
|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| No later than 1 year | 3,022 | 3,851 |
| Later than 1 year and no later than 5 years | 7,380 | 9,999 |
| Later than 5 years | 4,973 | 6,698 |
| Total | 15,375 | 20,548 |
On 1 September 2013, the Group acquired 100% of the shares in ITS GmbH, Germany, as well as 100% of the shares in ITS digitech Pvt. Ltd., India, for a purchase price of EUR nil and EUR 14k, respectively.
The acquired companies render engineering services. The main reason for this acquisition was the expansion of engineering capacities. The Group is expected to be able to improve its cost structure in the field of engineering services as a result of this acquisition.
The following table summarises the purchase price paid for the acquisition, the value of assets identified and the liabilities assumed at the acquisition date.
| Purchase price (1 September 2013) | ITS GmbH, Germany |
ITS digitech Pvt. Ltd., India |
|---|---|---|
| EUR '000 | EUR '000 | |
| Payment made | — | 14 |
| Total consideration paid | — | 14 |
| Amounts of identifiable assets acquired and liabilities assumed | ||
| Cash and cash equivalents | 403 | 1 |
| Property, plant and equipment | 6 | 14 |
| Intangible assets | 10 | 71 |
| Trade and other receivables | 741 | 216 |
| Trade payables | (216) | (124) |
| Other liabilities | (936) | (131) |
| Bank borrowings | (1,400) | — |
| Net assets | (1,392) | 47 |
| Goodwill | 1,392 | (33) |
Since 1 September 2013, ITS GmbH and ITS digitech Pvt. Ltd. contributed revenue in the amount of EUR 255k to the revenue recognised in the consolidated statement of comprehensive income of the FACC AG Group.
The goodwill which arose from the acquisition of ITS GmbH, Germany, was allocated on a prorated basis to the "Aerostructures" segment in the amount of EUR 1,322k and to the "Interiors" segment in the amount of EUR 70k. An impairment test was performed at the level of these segments and did not result in any need to recognise impairment.
The difference on the liabilities side resulting from the initial consolidation of ITS digitech Pvt. Ltd. in the amount of EUR 33k was released to profit and loss.
FACC AG entered into and executed several transactions with associates of the consolidated group as part of ordinary business operations. The transactions were fully consolidated.
With the related company Shanghai Aircraft Manufacturing Co., Ltd. revenue was generated in the amount of EUR 10,349,987 (previous year: EUR 3,243,423).
With the related company Future Aviation International Investment Co. Ltd. (formerly FACC Holding Company, Limited) revenue was generated in the amount of EUR nil (previous year: EUR 3,000,000).
With the related company Fesher Aviation Component (Zhenjiang) Co., Ltd. revenue was generated in the amount of EUR 462,406 (previous year: EUR 11,000,000). Receivables in the amount of EUR 11,183,459 (previous year: EUR 11,000,000) are shown in the consolidated statement of financial position.
With the related company Future Aviation International Investment Co., Ltd. revenue was generated in the amount of EUR nil (previous year: EUR 3,400,000). Receivables in the amount of EUR nil (previous year: EUR 3,400,000) are shown in the consolidated statement of financial position.
With the related company Aerospace Innovation Investment GmbH revenue was generated in the amount of EUR 126,498 (previous year: EUR 420,998). Liabilities in the amount of EUR 5,701,975 (previous year: EUR 309,485) are shown in the consolidated statement of financial position.
With the related company Aero Vision Holding GmbH revenue was generated in the amount of EUR nil (previous year: EUR 25,057). Receivables in the amount of EUR nil (previous year: EUR 4,859) are shown in the consolidated statement of financial position.
With the related company Comac Shanghai Aircraft revenue was generated in the amount of EUR 2,838,346 (previous year: EUR 500,000). Receivables in the amount of EUR 4,511,278 (previous year: EUR nil) are shown in the consolidated statement of financial position.
Remuneration – Total remuneration of members of the management board amounted to EUR 1,232,000 (29 February 2012) and EUR 1,317,000 (28 February 2013). No loans or advances were granted to members of the management board.
With the related company Shanghai Aircraft Manufacturing Co., Ltd. revenue was generated in the amount of EUR 15,503,388 (previous year: EUR 10,349,987). Receivables in the amount of EUR 14,201,326 (previous year: EUR 6,709,362) are shown in the consolidated statement of financial position.
With the related company Fesher Aviation Component (Zhenjiang) Co., Ltd. revenue was generated in the amount of EUR 1,218,457 (previous year: EUR 462,406). Receivables in the amount of EUR 11,371,955 (previous year: EUR 11,183,459) are shown in the consolidated statement of financial position.
With the related company Future Aviation International Investment Co. Ltd. revenue was generated in the amount of EUR 2,800,000 (previous year: EUR nil). Receivables in the amount of EUR 2,800,000 (previous year: EUR nil) are shown in the consolidated statement of financial position.
With the related company Aerospace Innovation Investment GmbH revenue was generated in the amount of EUR 82,223 (previous year: EUR 126,498). Liabilities in the amount of EUR 5,893,258 (previous year: EUR 5,701,975) are shown in the consolidated statement of financial position.
With the related company Comac Shanghai Aircraft revenue was generated in the amount of EUR nil (previous year: EUR 2,838,346). Receivables in the amount of EUR nil (previous year: EUR 4,511,278) are shown in the consolidated statement of financial position.
Remuneration – Total remuneration of members of the management board amounted to EUR 1,317,000 (28 February 2013) and EUR 2,310,000 (28 February 2014). No loans or advances were granted to members of the management board.
Key management compensation
| Balance as at 28 February 2013 |
Balance as at 28 February 2014 |
|
|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Salaries and other short-term employee benefits | 1,127 | 1,536 |
| Retirement scheme contributions | 190 | 500 |
| Allocation to provision for termination benefits | — | 274 |
| 1,317 | 2 2,310 |
Basic earnings per share are calculated pursuant to IAS 33 by dividing the profit for the year by the number of shares in issue.
| Balance as at 28 February 2013 |
Balance as at 28 February 2014 |
|
|---|---|---|
| EUR'000 | EUR'000 | |
| Profit after taxes attributable to equity holders of the parent | 21,145 | 28,894 |
| Average number of shares in issue | 40m shares | 40m shares |
| Basic earnings per share | 0.53 | 0.72 |
No significant events occurred after the reporting period with the following exception:
A loan in the amount of EUR 13 million is granted to the parent company of FACC AG, Aerospace Innovation Investment GmbH, Ried im Innkreis, in April 2014.
Ried im Innkreis, 30 April 2014
The Management Board:
Walter Stephan, m.p. Minfen Gu, m.p. Robert Machtlinger, m.p. Chairman of the Management Board Chief Financial Officer Chief Technical Officer
In fiscal year 2013/14, the FACC Group generated revenue in the amount of €546.5 million, meaning an increase by €112.6 million, or 26%, year-on-year. Earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) was €42.5 million, which was an increase of €6.8 million, or 19%, compared to the previous year. The consolidated result after taxes and interest amounted to €28.9 million (previous year: €21.1 million).
The total amount of the consolidated statement of financial position of the FACC Group increased by €117.8 million, or 27%, to €547.2 million compared to the previous year. Due to capital expenditure in the fiscal year, non-current assets rose by €57.2 million, or 28%, to €258.3 million. Current assets rose from €228.3 million to €288.9 million. Inventories as part of current assets rose by €24.7 million. This increase is due to the rise in raw materials and consumables (€+15 million), unfinished goods (€+6.5 million) as well as finished goods and merchandise (€+2.8 million). Owing to the efficient measures of the receivables management, trade receivables as at 28 February 2014 remained almost stable on the previous year (€125 million) in spite of an increase in revenue. As a result of the reclassification from non-current to current receivables, receivables from affiliated companies rose by €13.8 million to €13.9 million as at 28 February 2014.
Credit balances with tax authorities and receivables from lease prepayments led to an increase in other receivables of €13.1 million to €19.0 million. Cash and cash equivalents rose by €10.2 million to €46.1 million.
On the liabilities side, the nominal share capital remained unchanged at €80 million on the previous year; equity, however, increased by €22.1 million to €201.3 million. In fiscal year 2013/14, dividends were paid in the amount of €6 million. Retained earnings for the fiscal year amounted to €108.6 million, meaning an increase of €22.5 million year-on-year (previous year: €86.1 million).
Public grants amounted to €8.3 million, which is a decline of €3.5 million year-on-year. In the fiscal year, a bond was issued amounting to €90 million which thus led to an increase in liabilities from bonds and promissory note loans of €88.9 million compared to the previous year. Non-current financial liabilities increased from €18.2 million by €38.8 million to €57 million. This increase resulted, among other things, from finance leases for Plant 5 and liabilities from the sale-and-lease-back agreement for Plant 2.
As the consolidated result in accordance with IFRS strongly deviates from the result in accordance with the tax law, deferred taxes increased from €13.0 million by €7.8 million to €20.8 million.
Current financial liabilities declined by €39.1 million to €10.8 million. Trade payables remained almost unchanged compared to the previous year. Other provisions fell by €3.4 million from €13.8 million. As research promotion loans and promotional loans were recognised on the liabilities side and liabilities towards employees due to overtime increased, other liabilities and deferred items rose from €18 million by €5.3 million to €23.3 million.
Due to the sustained demand of airlines for modern weight-optimised aircraft and engines with increased efficiency, production rates in the aviation industry increased also in the past fiscal year. Revenue from serial production could thus be generated as planned and even exceeded the previous year by more than 20%.
Investments made in new projects and the resulting receivables to customers as well as receivables due to changes in the contractually agreed scope of work still constitute a major part of the Aerostructures revenue which in turn positively affected total revenue.
Revenue and revenue increases from existing serial products did not only develop as expected but even exceeded the budgeted revenue by approx. 8% and increased by more than 20% year-on-year. This is generally due to the continuous strong demand for serial products and further rate increases, most notably with regard to the B787 programmes and the new B737 split scimitar winglet (SSW) programme for the customer Aviator Partners Boeing (APB).
The industrialisation of the B737 SSW was completed in the last quarter of the fiscal year to support the upcoming ramp up of rates for the winglet modifications at the sites in Ried as well as in Wichita. At the site in Wichita, about 30 new members of staff have to date been taken on and trained in order to create the necessary conditions so that the Company can produce and deliver the winglet modifications for the forthcoming years.
The components certified by the FAA after the successful development of the components at FACC's engineering office in Seattle further improve efficiency and performance by reducing fuel consumption; and the previously positive feedback from the market (as indicated by large order quantities) point to the successful development of this programme.
Due to this new programme but also due to consistently high rates with regard to the B787 programmes, the revenue in the Boeing Aerostructures business unit will again increase also in the subsequent fiscal year.
In addition to ongoing requests for new projects concerning the B737MAX and 777X programmes, a new customer - Embraer - could be won in Brazil in the field of Aerostructures. FACC will be responsible for the development, qualification and testing activities, the design and manufacturing of tools as well as the construction of the wing components spoiler, ailerons and wingtips for the successive series "E2" of Embraer's successful regional jet programme E175/E190/E195.
A joint plateau phase on site in San Jose dos Campos was successfully completed by the end of December having reached PDR maturity, and the first components for the first flight are to be delivered upon completion of the development activities and toolmaking in February 2015.
It is a clear objective of FACC's programme management for the current fiscal year to gain additional new orders with regard to the key types B737MAX and B787 in order to further expand the Tier 1 relationship with Boeing and to create sustained revenue growth.
As in the previous year, the portion of production deliveries in the revenue of the Airbus Aerostructures business unit could be further increased this year by more than 15% compared to fiscal year 2012/13. Continued high demand for the A380 and A330 projects as well as further rate increases for the A320 and A350XWB projects are planned by the customer for the next period.
The strategic cooperation of FACC with the supply chain partner STRATA in the United Arab Emirates was successfully continued with the relocation of the A380 flap track fairings and the major part of the A330/340 spoiler package from the Austrian production sites to STRATA in Al Ain. The full implementation of the relocation activities with regard to the Airbus spoilers for the A330/340 as well as further components, such as the B787 spoiler, is currently being worked on and expected to be completed as planned in the current fiscal year.
After the first delivery of the A350XWB wing components wingtip and winglet as well as spoilers and droop panels in 2012, additional components were delivered in the past fiscal year that are currently produced at a monthly rate of 1 shipset. The further ramp up of rates relating to these components in the subsequent years will contribute to a large portion of additional revenue in the Airbus Aerostructures business unit.
In August 2013, the A321 outboard flaps (OBF) were also delivered for the first time followed by a steep ramp up of rates to currently 10 shipsets per month. Disproportionately high sales figures are reported for the A321, which is why Airbus plans to reach monthly rates of 22 shipsets in 2016 in its current programme planning. This programme will thus make an important contribution in terms of an additional sales volume also in the future. With the successful installation and implementation of ATL and hot forming processes in the A321 OBF production, additional technological progress could be made that will be of use for future programmes in terms of reducing cost and increasing efficiency. This will also be ensured by a further use of robot technology in the testing and assembly of components.
In addition to numerous ongoing invitations to tender for the Airbus single aisle family (wingto-body-fairings, sharklets, etc.), FACC also participates in several invitations to tender for the A350XWB-1000. Also here, it is the clear objective of FACC's programme management to ensure sustained revenue growth in the forthcoming years with the help of additional orders in the important field of A320NEO models and the A350XWB.
Moreover, also the development of the A350XWB-1000 with regard to spoiler and winglet is to be forged ahead and completed in the current fiscal year. This is meant to lead to an additional sales volume in the years to come.
In the past fiscal year, the focus was among other things on the completion of the development, industrialisation and the already started first delivery of the control surfaces for the Russian passenger jet SSJ 100 (contract with United Aircraft Corporation (UAC)) for the performance of full-scale tests in the course of the certification activities. After these tests (planned for the third quarter of 2014) have been positively completed, the serial production of the components spoiler and airbrakes, inboard and outboard flaps, ailerons, rudder, elevator and pylon fairings can be continued. The first components were produced by FACC in Ried, and it is planned to gradually relocate the production of the components to the future supplier Aerocomposit to the site in Kazan/Russia.
Another first delivery could also be carried out for a Chinese customer: The first 12 spoilers for the Chinese passenger aircraft C919 (customer: Shanghai Aircraft Manufacturing Corporation (SAMC) or Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (COMAC)) to be used with the "Ironbird" (test configuration) in February 2014 were, for example, delivered after the development activities had been completed and the required tools had been procured in February 2014. Upon completion of the development of the C919 winglets, which has already started, these components will also be delivered for the first time in the fall of 2014.
In the past year, a total of 7 sets of wing-to-body-fairings for the C series model have been delivered to the customer Bombardier in Canada to be used with the test aircraft and also the first customer aircraft. Simultaneously, the Company continued the development of the wingto-body-fairings for the Global 7000/8000 business jet. These components are to be expected to be delivered for the first time at the end of 2014.
In addition to expanding the already existing cooperation with STRATA Manufacturing PJSC in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, Tata Advanced Materials Ltd. in India and United Aircraft Cooperation in Kazan/Russia, the Company particularly worked on the realisation of the future supply chain in China (company Fesher in Zhenjiang) in the past fiscal year.
The completion of the construction and the installation of the required equipment was fostered in order to be able to start with the relocation of the first components of the Aerostructures portfolio in 2014 so as to generate cost advantages and to reduce the dependence on the US dollar and to also be able to fulfil the offset obligations for the customers.
In the course of this cooperation, FACC will continue to contribute its existing expertise with respect to industrialisation and relocation activities, and will obtain the necessary aircraft industry certifications for the plant, and will introduce and implement an adequate quality management system and render additional services.
Since the production rates increase as planned with regard to the Boeing 787 and due to the stable demand for products from ongoing serial projects, Engines & Nacelles once more reported a considerable revenue growth compared to the previous year.
The business development in the "Engines" business unit is overall very positive and resulted from the combination of several factors. While the latest serial projects for the Airbus A380 and some medium to large size business jets generated stable revenue from these projects, the more recent projects for the Boeing 787 as well as a to date still unpublished corporate jet application let to a growth that considerably exceeded expectations. Another positive effect resulted from the consistently strong demand for spare parts from older projects. It was only in the field of smaller business jets that products could not live up to the expected sales figures due to a lack of demand.
The redesign activities that were implemented as planned as well as the ramp up of rates with regard to the translating sleeves for the Boeing 787 were the most important basis for the good development of the Nacelles business unit. This development could be reinforced due to the consistently strong demand for Airbus A320 fan cowls that significantly exceeded the budgeted sales figures. While revenue from products for the Airbus A380 can be considered stable, a substantial delay with regard to the project of the Airbus A350 XWB programme had a negative effect on the relating thrust reverser project; this negative effect could not even be compensated by the satisfactory progress of the remaining projects and thus resulted in revenue below the budget in the Nacelles business unit.
After the previous 787-8 was redesigned to the new 787-9 configuration in the past fiscal year and following the ramp up of the production quantities, serial production can now be considered to have started. Additional activities with regard to this project focus on enhancing efficiency and cutting costs.
After some components have been completed in the course of the first serial production, some modifications were carried out in order to particularly optimise weight in line with the sister project 787 translating sleeves. After the start of the production of this new version, the delay of several months with regard to the overall project is now also affecting the ramp up of series.
In parallel to the start of the serial production concerning the new bypass duct projects, several technical optimisation measures are assessed and implemented which focus on reducing weight and cost as well as on improving technical properties.
FACC works simultaneously on structural components for the basic and the extended variant of the engine which are to be used with the A350-800 and A350-900. Some parts of these structural components could be transferred to the beginning serial production as planned; however, some parts were still in the planning and industrialisation stage (including the manufacturing of tools) at the end of the fiscal year.
Two projects with regard to the Airbus A320neo were successfully industrialised in the past fiscal year, meaning that tools were manufactured and transferred to the production of first samples and/or the production of the first test structural components which were delivered to the customer on time. Further project work focuses on stabilising processes and preparing serial production.
With regard to Interiors, fiscal year 2013/14 was characterised by a growth of 25.06% in product supplies compared to the period of the previous year. Product revenue from commercial jets increased by approx. 24.44% and product revenue from business jets grew by approx. 26%, with both sectors therefore clearly exceeding planned targets. The positive increase in the business jet sector is especially due to a slight increase in rates of the CL300 programme, but resulted most notably also from excellent rates of the Phenom 300 programme. The first deliveries of the Legacy 500 cabins contribute to this growth. Nevertheless, however, it has to be noted that the market volume for business jets is still far from the volume in the record year 2008, and the road to recovery is still long. The increase in the commercial jet segment, however, partially resulted from the increased rates with regard to the A320 family, but the major part of the increase resulted from the ramp up of series with regard to the SSJ100 cabins. New programmes (e.g. the A350 programme) also contributed to the growth in product revenue, but this was generally due to deliveries of first
shipsets, which means that the contribution made here to the total revenue is still relatively small.
30 shipsets were delivered for the Airbus A380 programme. The further increase in the delivery volume of the Airbus Single Aisle programme is particularly pleasing. 493 shipsets were delivered for this aircraft family in the fiscal year.
For the Chinese regional aircraft ARJ21 only 2 shipset were delivered in the past fiscal year. This programme thus still performs significantly below expectations. Five aircraft are currently in the test phase. The approval and first delivery of the aircraft was again postponed and will probably be carried out in the first half of 2015. A rise in production rates can only be expected after entry into service.
With regard to the redevelopment of the cabin for the Embraer Legacy 500, the major change of the cabin design was completed with the delivery of 2 shipsets. Entry into service is planned for the end of 2014.
It has already been mentioned as a positive factor that the revenue volume of the business jet Phenom 300 continued to develop very positively and that 83 cabin fitting sets could be delivered in the past fiscal year.
The following focal points existed in the industrialisation of new cabins and cabin modifications in the past fiscal year: Examples are the cabins for the CL350 and Legacy 500, the production of the first shipsets for the A350 passenger door linings as well as the A350 overhead stowage compartments and the complete cabin for the SSJ100 (including toilets and lavatories). Important milestones were thus reached in all of these projects.
In the past fiscal year, the scope of the terms and conditions could, among other things, be expanded for almost all new projects. With regard to the C919 programme, first CDR milestones could be reached in some parts, such as the cockpit.
As a general outlook for the next year, the Company expects a stabilisation with regard to the start of new projects in terms of design changes and industrialisation. The Interiors business unit will show a growth similar to the growth in fiscal year 2013/14.
The consolidation of the supplier industry in the aircraft cabin sector continues further. In this regard, FACC may purchase companies.
The trend shown of a significant revenue growth continued in the second half of fiscal year 2013/14. Along with a revenue growth of 25.9% (22% in the first half-year), the degree of capacity utilisation of all production sites of FACC was very high.
Planned product relocations to the UAE and India as well as the outsourcing of various production stages such as surface treatment and painting as well as the machining of various components (e.g. CNC milling and drilling, preassembly with regard to subassemblies) support FACC's production strategies to operate on a global market and thus to reduce the dependence on the US dollar.
In line with the existing revenue growth and the medium-term and long-term strategies, capital expenditure was used in a targeted way to expand production capacity. A material investment to sustainably strengthen FACC was the construction of the technology centre at the site in St. Martin; this investment (worth €22 million) was completed and put into operation in September 2013. Moreover, land improvement operations were commenced at Plant 2 (Ort im Innkreis) with regard to an additional mounting area of 4,000m² to process new structure and interior orders. In connection with the expansion of this plant, value and material flows for production and interior components were considerably reassessed. After the additional mounting area is completed, considerable parts of the interior product portfolio will be produced in scheduled production lines (currently cell production).
In Ried im Innkreis, where Plant 1 is located, the 20-year old surface area was renewed in the first step of the construction. Another construction phase is carried out during fiscal year 2014/15 in the course of which the surface area and painting capacity will be further expanded to live up to increasing quantity and quality requirements.
Due to the basically good order level and the increasing production rates with regard to the Airbus A350 XWB and Boeing 787 projects, as well as due to the impending serial production of various Interiors and Nacelles projects, the plant capacity was expanded by an additional autoclave, two 5-axle CNC milling machines as well as the latest measuring and testing systems (CMM, laser inspection, ultrasound and X-ray inspection).
In addition to the annually planned increases in productivity through learning curve improvements and process stabilisation for new projects, extensive cost-cutting initiatives were launched and implemented concerning the projects "Operational Excellence" and "Passion for Quality". In addition to the reduction of production costs, programmes to cut back administrative and fixed costs are being implemented.
Despite the high proportion of new projects, quality costs remain mainly stable. After the start-up costs of new projects have been considered, quality costs will once more be reduced as planned.
With the aim of further promoting automation, automatic tape layer machines and fully automatic hot forming systems were installed and put into operation in connection with new orders. The construction of robot-supported measuring stations launched in the past fiscal year has been completed. These stations have been successfully integrated in the
production environment. Test times could be reduced by almost 70% with the help of the new measuring stations.
With the aim to further develop automation in the production of composites, the business unit "Automation" was established in the field of Industrial Engineering. This unit carries out research with regard to robot and novel technology in close cooperation with R&D. Based on the acquired knowledge, machinery and equipment are designed and constructed that will considerably increase the degree of automation of FACC's production.
The reorganisation of the overall inventories logistics (from the delivery of raw materials, incoming goods inspection, picking and distribution to the point of use at the four production sites) was carried out on time. Since 1 January 2014, this logistics process has been performed independently by a partner at the site in St. Martin at a logistics building constructed by this partner. Areas formerly used by FACC for logistics purposes have been made available for value-added activities.
The strategic goal of the purchase department is to exploit the overall market potential in the short, medium and long term in order to secure FACC AG's competitiveness. The past fiscal year 2013/14 was challenging with regard to ensure availability of materials used for production in order to support the large number of new projects and also with regard to the increase of serial projects. Delivery times developed differently depending on the supplier and/or the respective goods. Taking into account bonus agreements and savings potentials used, purchase prices could be reduced by 1.75% compared to the previous year.
Due to transport optimisations in relation with the increasing demand, the logistics costs could be reduced with regard to imports and exports compared to the budgeted figure.
Despite a negative USD exchange rate trend during the fiscal year, a purchase value of more than 92% based on the US dollar could be reached.
In order to reduce the share of costs with regard to external engineering, appropriate measures such as limited duration contracts or increased use of own resources were taken.
In order to secure the supply of raw materials within the FACC supply chain and in connection with a sustained price guaranty, an agreement (FACC Enablement) was concluded with a metal supplier.
In North America the supply chain network was expanded by including the subsidiary FSI.
In the past fiscal year, FACC invested a total amount of €51 million, or 9.3%, of revenue in research and development. This amount covered fundamental research with a technology readiness level (TRL) of 2 to 4 in line with the medium-term demand of FACC's business units.
The major part of the work shows a TRL greater than 5 and relates to engineering activities that are to lead to components for prototype testing within at least three years and that are to contribute to the production volume within a period of five years from the moment the project is launched.
Here, FACC carries out research with university and external research institutions as well as with national and international business partners. In the past fiscal year, a CD laboratory was set up together with the University of Leoben. This laboratory works on the automation of production processes in the field of composites.
In addition to this CD laboratory, research topics were still worked on under the PCCL-K1 programme where FACC is a shareholder.
The company CoLT was founded in the reporting period with the land of Upper Austria. This company carries out laboratory activities and endurance tests of FACC's products. FACC has a controlling interest of 91%, the land of Upper Austria (via Techno-Z Ried) an interest of 9%. The decision to found this company was to better utilise test capacities by accepting external orders.
The Company received numerous national and international awards for its research activities in the reporting period:
FACC continued to participate in numerous international and national research programmes:
Pursuant to Section 243a (2) of the Austrian Commercial Code (UGB), FACC is obligated to describe the key characteristics of the internal control and risk management system with regard to the accounting process.
The management board of FACC bears the full responsibility for the implementation of an adequate internal control and risk management system with regard to the accounting process.
A comprehensive description of the internal control process in Finance and Controlling of FACC was laid down in the FACC quality manual. This manual describes and identifies the key finance and controlling processes and the relating risks. Moreover, this manual sets forth measures to avoid risks, e.g. functional separation, dual control, signature policy as well as regular controls of authorised signatories (authorisation of payments), etc.
The budget of the individual cost centres is planned in the course of the budgeting process of FACC. After approval of FACC's management board, the total budget is presented to the supervisory board for approval. Every cost centre manager is responsible for the compliance with the budgeted costs and the planned investments. The management board has to approve of all investment plans. A report on the current financial position in comparison with the budget is presented in the monthly held extended management meetings with particular attention being paid to the main business risks and the respective measures.
In the course of the monthly financial reporting of the management board to the supervisory board, a comparison is made/reported between the actual and the budgeted figures and the supervisory board is also particularly informed of the main business risks and the respective measures.
In the supervisory board's audit committee, an audit meeting is held at least once a year in the course of which FACC's management board reports on the general business and financial development and also on the internal control system.
In the course of the audit of the financial statements, the certified public accountant also performs IT and system audits. Both the management board as well as the supervisory board of FACC are at all times informed of the audit results. Moreover, the control systems of individual business units are also audited by the certified public accountant in the course of the audit of the financial statements and the consolidated financial statements to the extent that these control systems are of relevance for the preparation of the financial statements and the consolidated financial statements and the presentation of a true and fair view of FACC's financial position and of its financial performance.
With regard to IT security, measures have been considered and implemented with regard to authorisation concepts, separation of functions and system security. For more than 10 years, FACC has used SAP in almost all areas. The regularity of the SAP systems has been ensured in all relevant business processes. The SAP system was extended to the subsidiary in the USA as well as to the supply chain in China in the past fiscal year.
Management defined the quality policy as well as its targets and the obligations and laid this down in the quality management manual. Management accepts its responsibility for ensuring that the quality policy is communicated throughout the entire organisation.
The key principle of FACC AG reads as follows:
"Deliver value to the customer".
In order to achieve this goal, it is necessary to understand the high customer expectations and requirements to make sure that they are fulfilled.
The established quality management system focuses on failure prevention instead of failure detection. The optimisation measures of business and production processes are continuously applied in order to meet these expectations on a durable basis.
The quality management manual describes work flows for all business units and locations of the Company; each department is aware of its responsibilities.
In order for FACC to be able to supply goods and render services in the aviation industry, the Company requires numerous licenses and certifications. Under the relevant EASA (European Aviation Safety Agency) regulations, we gained approval as a Production Organization ("POA" in compliance with "EASA Part 21 Section A Subpart G") and as a Maintenance Organization ("MOA" in compliance with "EASA Part 145") from the Austrian Civil Aviation Authority. All production sites of FACC AG are covered by these two approvals.
In the past year, the Aviation Authority performed surveillance audits as to the extension of the approvals. The surveillance audits were successfully completed. The changes that had taken place were presented to and approved by the Aviation Authority.
The approvals of the Aviation Authority relate to the development and manufacture of component assemblies for aircraft and engines made from composite materials as well as the equipment and production of component assemblies. They also cover maintenance.
The approval as an "MOA" in compliance with EASA Part 145 means that FACC is in the position to carry out individual repair orders for final customers on favourable economic terms. In addition, FACC implemented a quality management system in compliance with
international aviation industry standards and in order to meet customer requirements in a sustained way. This quality management system complies with the standard EN/AS9100 Revision C. Auditing and certification pursuant to this standard must be performed by a certification body (CB) approved by the aviation industry. The certification was reissued in 2012 and is valid for three years.
The related surveillance audit which is to be carried out annually was performed in compliance with aviation industry requirements at all FACC locations, these being Ried, Ort, Reichersberg, Vienna, Bratislava and Montreal. Any deviations found in the course of this audit were identified and successfully rectified. The certification in accordance with this standard thus continues to be secured.
In addition to the approvals of the Austrian Civil Aviation Authority (EASA and Austro Control) and the EN/AS9100 certification of the quality management system in place, there are several additional process certifications. These have to be maintained through periodic, usually annual, audits and could be completed successfully.
General process certifications were granted in accordance with NADCAP by PRI, an organisation established by the aviation industry that is thus recognised worldwide. The "Composite Manufacturing" and "NDT – Non-destructive Testing" certifications were audited at all locations in Austria and are currently valid and in place. The "Chemical Processing" certification, previously in place at the locations in Ried and Reichersberg, was extended to the facility in Ort im Innkreis. Due to recurring and successfully completed audits, Composite and NDT hold "merit status". As a consequence, the inspection interval will be extended from originally 12 to 18 months, and has now been extended to the maximum duration of 24 months.
The Company is exposed to unpredictable situations in its everyday business operations depending on the transaction. These situations may have negative effects. In order to be adequately prepared and to be able to deal with any such situations appropriately, FACC AG established a risk management system which covers management, finance, project management, customers, procurement and suppliers as well as production and product quality.
Any occurring or potential risks are continuously monitored, assessed and reported by the operating units within the framework of this system twice a year to the management board by way of management reviews. Exceptional events are reported immediately to the competent vice president, who decides if the management board is to be notified without delay. The management board, in turn, reports to the supervisory board in its meetings. This is to ensure that significant risks can be detected in due time and that measures to avoid or mitigate these risks can be taken.
In the opinion of the management board, the potential risks currently identified are manageable and controllable and, therefore, do not endanger the Company's ability to continue as a going concern.
To support the timely identification and assessment of risks, effective internal risk control systems have been introduced which provide reliable results. Software tools such as the executed FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) are well integrated and significantly support this process of minimising risk already in the development of the product and also later during ongoing production by applying preventive measures.
Based on market observations and analyses, a 5-year business plan is created, which defines the basic strategy of the Company and is reviewed and approved by the supervisory board. This plan will be updated annually. The specific business objectives for each fiscal year are derived from this plan. Short-term market changes pose the biggest risk here. Nevertheless, the success of the implementation is consistently endangered due to external factors which often can hardly be influenced. FACC's management is responsible for consistently monitoring the implementation and quickly responding to short-term changes according to the defined vision. In doing so, attention has to be paid to ensure that the strategic orientation is still obeyed, also with regard to the projected sales and profit targets.
The Company's production sites and plants are constantly maintained and serviced, reducing the risk of breakdowns or lengthy production downtimes to a minimum. The Company also took out an insurance policy with regard to the business interruption risk with an indemnity period of 18 months.
Risk management falls under the treasury function in the finance and accounting department. The treasury department assesses and hedges financial risks in close cooperation with the operating business segments and the Company's banks.
The interest rate risk – the possible fluctuation in value of financial instruments due to changes in market rates or future cash flows – arises in connection with medium and longterm receivables and liabilities (especially bonds and borrowings). Attention is paid to the fact that part of the interest rate risk is reduced through fixed-interest bearing credits. Overall, there is an interest rate swap to hedge the interest rate risk.
Sales in the aviation industry are almost exclusively carried out in US dollars. All transaction and translation risks are constantly monitored to hedge foreign currency risks. In order to reduce the USD risk, purchases are by now carried out almost exclusively in USD, thus
creating a so-called "natural hedging". Derivative financial instruments are used to protect the remaining open items. These instruments mainly cover currency options and forward foreign exchange contracts. The use of derivative financial instruments and future foreign currency assets and liabilities being set in the form of contracts clearly reduce the risk of exchange rate fluctuations.
FACC's project management is responsible for the implementation of the objectives defined by management by way of projects. In doing so, numerous risks have to be considered. With regard to projects, distinctions are made as to whether development responsibility was assumed. Feasibility has to be assessed for each contract, the relating risks are identified, evaluated as well as closely monitored and analysed during processing in order to initiate and implement the necessary measures, if any. The major risks lie in the availability of resources of any kind (manpower, equipment, materials, etc.) as well as in external factors, which the project team either encounters via intercompany interfaces or via third parties.
The Company applies a strict credit policy. The creditworthiness of existing customers is constantly monitored, and new customers are subjected to a credit evaluation. In the event of possible defaults, valuation allowances for specific doubtful accounts are made, following an in-depth assessment of the risk.
The purchase department regularly conducts risk assessments of our suppliers to identify potential hazards and risks at an early stage. This is done in order to lay down the priorities for planning and conducting audits and to support the decision process when awarding new contracts. When selecting new suppliers, the "Procurement Quality Assurance" (PQA) department is included to ensure that the necessary qualifications and approvals are in place and that there are no identifiable risks. At the onset of new projects, the product risk is reduced by requiring the suppliers to provide a mandatory first sample. Continuous qualitycompliant and punctual supply of materials as well as semi-finished and finished products is assessed regularly via SAP. This evaluation is also part of the risk assessment. Deviations from the quality of the component assembly as well as from delivery performance are systematically tracked, analysed, evaluated and checked against defined goals. Noticeable variations and problems are reported to the management board as part of the management reviews.
The products designed and manufactured by the Company are intended for installation in aircraft or for engines. Defects or malfunctions of the manufactured products may, directly or indirectly, endanger the property, health or life of third parties. Long-term safety is therefore a top priority. The Company is not in a position to reduce or exclude its liability towards consumers or third parties by way of sales agreements. Each product developed and/or
manufactured within the Company and leaving the Company is subjected to several specific checks with regard to quality and functionality.
With regard to projects for which FACC AG bears the development responsibility, a higher risk exists due to the possibility of construction errors that are, however, minimised by acting systematically. Regular control steps at all stages of development mitigate risks early. FACC AG operates an archive system with regard to quality recordings ("Quality Records") which are either stipulated or individually even go beyond contractual obligations. This is to demonstrate that products were manufactured and services rendered according to defined criteria approved by customers and the aviation authority/authorities.
Despite the product liability risk being appropriately insured, the occurrence of any possible quality problems may negatively affect the Company's financial position and financial performance.
The dynamic trend noticeable in recruitment over the last few years has continued in fiscal year 2013/14, with a total of 578 additional blue and white collar employees joining the Company. This includes 38 staff members of CoLT (formerly etc) and 80 of ITS Germany and India.
Total staff numbers in Austria amounted to 2,633 (+16%) as at 28 February 2014. Of these, 1,649 (+17%) were blue collar employees and 984 (+14%) white collar employees. On average, FACC AG has 2,446 employees in Austria. At the reporting date, 330 (+113%) staff members were working for the Company abroad.
As a result of the enormous growth in orders, greater efforts were required in HR marketing on both a regional and international basis in engineering in particular, and personnel recruitment was carried out on an international scale for this reason. The steep rise in blue collar workers came as a result of delays in the relocation projects.
In order to increase the Company's attractiveness as an employer as well as improve staff retention, an extensive employer branding strategy was devised, with implementation having already begun. Initial measures included the increase in the number of employee magazine issues to six per year, the introduction of a monthly management board newsletter, the expansion of public relations and the putting together of a social media strategy.
As in previous years, internal and external staff training has been a focus for the HR department. In particular, a special emphasis has been placed on the development of management skills of employees in preparation for the anticipated global expansion drives. Therefore, extensive management training programmes were implemented within the scope of the FACC Academy, which bundles all training measures under the same roof.
In addition to management training, the integration of our new staff members on a regional and international basis has always been a high priority. A total of 430 internal training courses with 6,210 participants and 266 external training courses with 1,369 participants
were held. Language courses to integrate new employees were held as part of basic staff training in addition to foreign language courses for FACC staff.
During the fiscal year, the project "healthy and satisfied at FACC" (G'sund und zufrieden bei FACC) was further implemented. Within the scope of 90 workshops, workload situations were analysed and measures were deducted. A total of 728 measures were defined. By the end of the fiscal year, 305 of these measures had already been concluded. The implementation of any open measures will be pushed in the next fiscal year. Through this project, employee satisfaction in the workplace and the readiness to perform have been increased, and fluctuation could already be reduced by 30% during the fiscal year. The aim is to further increase levels of satisfaction at the workplace and increase productivity.
After the balance sheet date, an IC loan amounting to €13 million was granted to the parent company of AII (Aerospace Innovation Investment GmbH).
The Company does not operate any branches.
Conditions in the aviation industry remained very positive in 2013 and were marked by record highs in the delivery of large aircraft by Airbus and Boeing (+7%). Both aircraft manufacturers are set to exceed this value again by at least 5% this year. This is due in particular to the rate increases of single aisle aircraft. The driving factors behind this success continues to be growth in passenger numbers of more than 4% globally, although this is strongly concentrated on Asia/Pacific, the Middle East and Africa, and a high retirement rate of existing aircraft fleets, which is in turn due to the relatively high energy prices. Worldwide, airlines are delivering profits (a total of approx. €11.7 billion), thus providing an incentive for the leasing industry and/or the financial world in general to finance aircraft.
Aircraft orders thus reached a record high of 3,150 planes in 2013 for the Airbus and Boeing duopoly, this being the largest order volume in the history of aviation.
FACC has once again made massive investments in the development of new products for its customers in the past fiscal year. Special mention must be made in particular of initial deliveries for the A350 XWB, C series and Boeing 787-9 aircraft. The latter successfully completed its first flight in 2013.
By making these investments, FACC aims at achieving in the next three years an average two-digit growth in sales and, as a result, in EBIT and EBITDA as well. In the planning for the current fiscal year 2014/15, FACC acts on the assumption that growth will be in the singledigit percentage range since customers reduce their lead times for the new aircraft mentioned above and engineering services will decline as a result.
The growth in the "business jets" segment, having witnessed a massive setback in 2007, still falls well short of expectations. Given the licensing planned for the second quarter of both the Embraer Legacy 500 and the Bombardier Challenger 350, for which FACC delivers the entire new cabin interiors, a disproportionately strong growth as compared to the market is to be expected for the coming years as well. Production volumes will significantly increase in this area, particularly in fiscal year 2015/16.
The order backlog increased slightly in the reporting period and now amounts to 5.5 times the production volume of 2013/14.
FACC continues to expand its role as a preferred partner in the aviation industry. The business owner supports the continued growth path of FACC and has used a comfort letter to officially confirm the financial autonomy of the Company to customers, authorities and other stakeholders (financing banks) in turn. As a result, FACC has been able to maintain the status of first tier supplier to the customers Airbus, Boeing, Bombardier and Embraer.
Our Western customers are receiving support from FACC in completing countertrades in the aviation growth markets of China, the Middle East, India and Russia through the relocation of production programmes to low wage countries. The aforementioned joint projects with STRATA (Middle East), Tata (India) and UAC/Aerocomposit (Russia) in cooperation with our customers Airbus, Boeing, Bombardier, Embraer and Rolls-Royce will further reinforce these aims. This should increase FACC's profitability and make the Company more independent of currency fluctuations surrounding the US dollar (natural hedging).
Ried im Innkreis, 30 April 2014
The Management Board:
Chief Executive Officer Chief Financial Officer Chief Technical Officer
Walter Stephan, m.p. Minfen Gu, m.p. Robert Machtlinger, m.p.
We draw attention to the fact that the English translation of this auditor's report according to Section 274 of the Austrian Commercial Code (UGB) is presented for the convenience of the reader only and that the German wording is the only legally binding version.
We have audited the accompanying consolidated financial statements of FACC AG, Ried im Innkreis, for the fiscal year from 1 March 2013 to 28 February 2014. These consolidated financial statements comprise the consolidated balance sheet as of 28 February 2014, the consolidated statement of comprehensive income, the consolidated cash flow statement and the consolidated statement of changes in equity for the fiscal year ended 28 February 2014, and the notes to the consolidated financial statements.
The Company's management is responsible for the group accounting system and for the preparation and fair presentation of the consolidated financial statements in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) as adopted by the EU, and in accordance with the statutory provisions of Section 245a UGB. This responsibility includes: designing, implementing and maintaining internal control relevant to the preparation and fair presentation of consolidated financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error; selecting and applying appropriate accounting policies; making accounting estimates that are reasonable in the circumstances.
Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these consolidated financial statements based on our audit. We conducted our audit in accordance with laws and regulations applicable in Austria and Austrian Standards on Auditing as well as in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (ISA) issued by the International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board (IAASB) of the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC). Those standards require that we comply with professional guidelines and that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance whether the consolidated financial statements are free from material misstatement.
An audit involves performing procedures to obtain audit evidence about the amounts and disclosures in the consolidated financial statements. The procedures selected depend on the auditor's judgment, including the assessment of the risks of material misstatement of the consolidated financial statements, whether due to fraud or error. In making those risk assessments, the auditor considers internal control relevant to the Group's preparation and fair presentation of the consolidated financial statements in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Group's internal control. An audit also includes evaluating the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the consolidated financial statements.
We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a reasonable basis for our audit opinion.
Our audit did not give rise to any objections. In our opinion, which is based on the results of our audit, the consolidated financial statements comply with legal requirements and give a true and fair view of the financial position of the Group as of 28 February 2014 and of its financial performance and its cash flows for the fiscal year from 1 March 2013 to 28 February 2014 in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) as adopted by the EU.
Pursuant to statutory provisions, the management report for the Group is to be audited as to whether it is consistent with the consolidated financial statements and as to whether the other disclosures are not misleading with respect to the Company's position. The auditor's report also has to contain a statement as to whether the management report for the Group is consistent with the consolidated financial statements.
In our opinion, the management report for the Group is consistent with the consolidated financial statements.
Linz, 30 April 2014
PwC Oberösterreich Wirtschaftsprüfung und Steuerberatung GmbH
signed:
Friedrich Baumgartner Austrian Certified Public Accountant
Disclosure, publication and duplication of the Consolidated Financial Statements together with the auditor's report according to Section 281 (2) UGB in a form not in accordance with statutory requirements and differing from the version audited by us is not permitted. Reference to our audit may not be made without prior written permission from us.
We confirm to the best of our knowledge that the consolidated financial statements give a true and fair view of the assets, liabilities, financial position and profit or loss of the group as required by the applicable accounting standards and that the group management report gives a true and fair view of the development and performance of the business and the position of the group, together with a description of the principal risks and uncertainties the group faces.
We confirm to the best of our knowledge that the separate financial statements give a true and fair view of the assets, liabilities, financial position and profit or loss of the parent company as required by the applicable accounting standards and that the management report gives a true and fair view of the development and performance of the business and the position of the company, together with a description of the principal risks and uncertainties the company faces.
CEO Member of the Board Member of the Board
Walter A. Stephan Minfen Gu Robert Machtlinger
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