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Icelandair Group — Interim / Quarterly Report 2021
Apr 29, 2021
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ICELANDAIR GROUP
Icelandair Group hf.
Condensed Consolidated Interim Financial Statements
- 1 January – 31 March 2021

Icelandair Group hf. | Reykjavíkurflugvöllur | 102 Reykjavík Iceland | Reg. no. 631205-1780
ICELANDAIR GROUP
Contents
Endorsement and Statement by the Board of Directors and the CEO ... 3
Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income ... 5
Consolidated Statement of Financial Position ... 6
Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity ... 7
Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows ... 8
Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements ... 9
- Reporting entity ... 9
- Basis of accounting ... 9
- Use of judgements and estimates ... 9
- Changes in accounting policies ... 9
- Operating segments ... 10
- Assets held for sale ... 14
- Operating income ... 15
- Operating expenses ... 15
- Depreciation and amortisation ... 15
- Finance income and finance costs ... 16
- Equity ... 16
- Loans and borrowings ... 16
- Lease liabilities ... 17
- Warrants liabilities ... 18
- Deferred income ... 19
- Financial instruments and fair values ... 19
- Capital commitments ... 19
- Group entities ... 20
- Investment in associates ... 20
- Ratios ... 21
Interim Financial Statements of Icelandair Group hf. 31 March 2021
ICELANDAIR GROUP
Endorsement and Statement by the Board of Directors and the CEO
The Condensed Consolidated Interim Financial Statements of Icelandair Group hf. for the period from 1 January to 31 March 2021 have been prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs) for Interim Financial Statements (IAS 34). The Interim Financial Statements comprise the Consolidated Interim Financial Statements of Icelandair Group hf. (the "Company") and its subsidiaries together referred to as the "Group". All amounts are stated in thousands of USD.
According to the Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income, loss for the period from 1 January to 31 March 2021 amounted to USD 30.1 million. Total comprehensive loss for the period was USD 23.7 million. Equity at 31 March 2021 amounted to USD 209.1 million, including share capital in the amount of USD 213.0 million, according to the Consolidated Statement of Financial Position. Reference is made to the Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity regarding information on changes in equity.
Statement by the Board of Directors and the CEO
The Condensed Consolidated Interim Financial Statements for the three months ended 31 March 2021 have been prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) as adopted by the EU and additional Icelandic disclosure requirements for Consolidated Financial Statements of listed companies. The Condensed Consolidated Interim Financial Statements have neither been audited nor reviewed by the Company's independent auditors.
The first quarter of 2021 continued to be heavily impacted by COVID-19 with widespread travel restrictions still in place in the Company's key markets. As a result, Icelandair operated a severely restricted flight schedule during the period that translates to 7% of ASK compared to Q1 2019. The progress of vaccinations in some of Icelandair's international markets and the fact that Icelandic authorities have announced the opening of the Icelandic borders to vaccinated travelers both from, within and outside Schengen have had a positive impact on Icelandair's booking inflow. During the last four weeks, the bookings in the international route network have more than doubled compared to the previous four weeks. Following its marketing campaigns, Icelandair is experiencing strong interest from travelers from the United States to travel to Iceland and bookings from various gateways in the US have increased in the last few weeks. Bookings from Icelandair's European markets are currently slower but expected to increase when the status of the pandemic improves and vaccinations progress. With the strongly increasing demand from the US, the company is well positioned for a quick and efficient ramp-up. Additionally, with the expected opening of Europe to vaccinated US travelers, the VIA market is promising. Icelandair expects to start a moderate ramp-up in the second quarter with further increase in production expected in the third quarter 2021. The outlook for bookings in Q4 2021 is good.
In Q2 2020, the Company announced it would integrate the operations of its subsidiary Air Iceland Connect ("AIC"), a domestic and regional carrier, and Icelandair ehf. The integration has now been successfully completed and the first domestic flight under the Icelandair brand took place on 16 March 2021. Given that the status of the pandemic will continue to improve in Iceland, the outlook for Icelandair's domestic flights is favorable and expected to have reached 2019 capacity levels by June 2021.
Following a 22-month long grounding period the Boeing 737 MAX (the "MAX") aircraft has been re-certified by the FAA and EASA and was reintroduced into the Group's network in early March 2021. The Group expects to take delivery of three MAX aircraft in Q2 2021 following which the fleet will comprise nine MAX aircraft. The final three MAX aircraft on order are scheduled to be delivered by Q1 2022. The MAX aircraft is well suited for the Group's route network and forms an important component in its bid for increased efficiency, reduced carbon emission and overall fleet renewal strategy.
In response to the situation brought on by the pandemic, the Group continues to take meaningful actions to minimize cash burn and safeguard its strong financial and liquidity position. The Group's total liquidity, including assets held for sale, amounted to USD 281.5 million at 31 March 2021. The strong position allows the Group to remain flexible and maintain its capabilities to ramp up quickly once demand picks up while navigating the uncertain operating conditions that prevail in the near term.
On 19 January 2021, the Company announced that it planned to initiate a sales process of its inbound travel organizer subsidiary Iceland Travel. The decision is in line with the Group's strategy to focus on its flight operations, its core business. The sales process is currently ongoing and the Company expects to reach an agreement with a potential buyer in Q2 2021.
Interim Financial Statements of Icelandair Group hf. 31 March 2021
ICELANDAIR GROUP
Endorsement and Statement by the Board of Directors and the CEO, contd.:
Statement by the Board of Directors and the CEO, contd.:
On 11 February 2021, the Company reached an agreement with its co-owner Berjaya Property Ireland Limited on the sale of its remaining 25% equity share in Icelandair Hotels. The shares are expected to be delivered in Q2 2021 following closing of all conditions precedent. Following the transaction, Icelandair Hotels will work on rebranding its hotels and eventually cease the usage of the Icelandair trademark.
According to our best knowledge it is our opinion that the Condensed Consolidated Interim Financial Statements give a true and fair view of the financial performance of the Group for the three month period ended 31 March 2021, its assets, liabilities and consolidated financial position as at 31 March 2021 and its consolidated cash flows for the period then ended.
Further, in our opinion, the Condensed Consolidated Interim Financial Statements and the Endorsement of the Board of Directors and the CEO give a fair view of the development and performance of the Group's operations and its position and describes the principal risks and uncertainties faced by the Group.
The Board of Directors and the CEO have today discussed the Condensed Consolidated Interim Financial Statements of Icelandair Group hf. for the period from 1 January to 31 March 2021 and confirm them by means of their signatures.
Reykjavík, 29 April 2021.
Board of Directors:
CEO:
Interim Financial Statements of Icelandair Group hf. 31 March 2021
ICELANDAIR GROUP
Consolidated Income Statement and other Comprehensive Income for the period from 1 January to 31 March 2021
| Notes | 2021 | 2020 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | Q1 | ||
| Operating income | |||
| Transport revenue | 7 | 35,556 | 144,006 |
| Aircraft and aircrew lease | 11,009 | 26,695 | |
| Other operating revenue | 7 | 10,763 | 38,280 |
| 57,328 | 208,981 | ||
| Operating expenses | |||
| Salaries and salary related expenses | 35,290 | 80,525 | |
| Aviation expenses | 21,395 | 90,581 | |
| Other operating expenses | 18,695 | 86,479 | |
| 8 | 75,380 | 257,585 | |
| Operating loss before depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) | (18,052) | (48,604) | |
| Depreciation and amortisation | 9 | (28,157) | (43,714) |
| Impairment | 0 | (116,158) | |
| Operating loss (EBIT) | (46,210) | (208,476) | |
| Finance income | 2,114 | 14,019 | |
| Finance costs | (4,200) | (19,591) | |
| Fair value changes | 9,599 | (51,007) | |
| Net finance income (loss) | 10 | 7,513 | (56,579) |
| Share of (loss) profit of associates, net of tax | 19 | (1,464) | 698 |
| Loss before tax (EBT) | (40,162) | (264,357) | |
| Income tax | 10,062 | 24,132 | |
| Loss for the period | (30,100) | (240,225) | |
| Other comprehensive profit (loss): | |||
| Currency translation differences | 92 | (26,762) | |
| Net profit (loss) on hedge of investment, net of tax | 70 | (11,500) | |
| Cash flow hedges - effective portion of changes in fair value, net of tax | 6,231 | (12,785) | |
| Other comprehensive profit (loss) for the period | 6,393 | (51,047) | |
| Total comprehensive loss for the period | (23,707) | (291,272) | |
| Loss attributable to: | |||
| Owners of the Company | (30,061) | (231,536) | |
| Non-controlling interest | (39) | (8,689) | |
| Loss for the period | (30,100) | (240,225) | |
| Total comprehensive loss attributable to: | |||
| Owners of the Company | (23,668) | (282,597) | |
| Non-controlling interest | (40) | (8,675) | |
| Total comprehensive loss for the period | (23,707) | (291,272) | |
| Earnings per share: | |||
| Basic earnings per share in US cent per share | (0.10) | (4.26) | |
| Diluted earnings per share in US cent per share | (0.10) | (4.26) |
The notes on pages 9 to 21 are an integral part of these Interim Consolidation Financial Statements.
Interim Financial Statements of Icelandair Group hf. 31 March 2021
Amounts are in USD thousands
ICELANDAIR GROUP
Consolidated Statement of Financial Position as at 31 March 2021
| Notes | 31.3.2021 | 31.12.2020 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assets | |||
| Operating assets | 472,419 | 498,438 | |
| Right-of-use assets | 107,301 | 119,790 | |
| Intangible assets and goodwill | 56,674 | 60,261 | |
| Investments in associates | 19 | 8,126 | 9,603 |
| Deferred cost | 3,257 | 3,537 | |
| Receivables and deposits | 18,619 | 21,686 | |
| Deferred tax asset | 47,206 | 38,836 | |
| Non-current assets | 713,602 | 752,151 | |
| Inventories | 22,409 | 23,383 | |
| Trade and other receivables | 121,072 | 99,334 | |
| Assets held for sale | 6 | 5,098 | 0 |
| Marketable securities | 55,992 | 41,713 | |
| Cash and cash equivalents | 53,466 | 117,657 | |
| Current assets | 258,037 | 282,087 | |
| Total assets | 971,639 | 1,034,238 | |
| Equity | |||
| Share capital | 212,969 | 212,969 | |
| Share premium | 13,208 | 13,208 | |
| Reserves | 11 | 15,251 | 8,373 |
| Accumulated deficit | (30,544) | 0 | |
| Equity attributable to equity holders of the Company | 210,884 | 234,550 | |
| Non-controlling interest | (1,781) | (1,741) | |
| Total equity | 209,103 | 232,809 | |
| Liabilities | |||
| Loans and borrowings | 12 | 236,104 | 239,575 |
| Lease liabilities | 13 | 107,685 | 119,707 |
| Payables | 18,066 | 17,087 | |
| Derivatives used for hedging | 2,509 | 5,958 | |
| Warrants | 14 | 6,786 | 18,635 |
| Non-current liabilities | 371,150 | 400,962 | |
| Loans and borrowings | 12 | 20,961 | 24,013 |
| Lease liabilities | 13 | 26,838 | 26,890 |
| Warrants | 14 | 11,431 | 9,129 |
| Derivatives used for hedging | 7,567 | 11,333 | |
| Liabilities held for sale | 6 | 3,999 | 0 |
| Trade and other payables | 119,707 | 141,700 | |
| Deferred income | 15 | 200,883 | 187,402 |
| Current liabilities | 391,386 | 400,467 | |
| Total liabilities | 762,536 | 801,429 | |
| Total equity and liabilities | 971,639 | 1,034,238 |
The notes on pages 9 to 21 are an integral part of these Interim Consolidation Financial Statements.
Interim Financial Statements of Icelandair Group hf. 31 March 2021
Amounts are in USD thousands
ICELANDAIR GROUP
Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity for the period from 1 January to 31 March 2021
Attributable to equity holders of the Company
| 1 January to 31 March 2020 | Share capital | Share premium | Accumulated | Non-controlling interest | Total equity | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reserves* | deficit | Total | |||||
| Equity 1 January 2020 | 44,199 | 174,299 | 45,449 | 219,132 | 483,079 | ( 601 ) | 482,478 |
| Total comprehensive loss | ( 51,061 ) | ( 231,536 ) | ( 282,597 ) | ( 8,675 ) | ( 291,272 ) | ||
| Effects of profit or loss and dividend from subsidiaries | ( 6,977 ) | 6,977 | |||||
| Equity 31 March 2020 | 44,199 | 174,299 | ( 12,589 ) | ( 5,426 ) | 200,482 | ( 9,276 ) | 191,207 |
1 January to 31 March 2021
| Equity 1 January 2021 | 212,969 | 13,208 | 8,373 | 0 | 234,550 | ( 1,741 ) | 232,809 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total comprehensive loss | 6,393 | ( 30,061 ) | ( 23,668 ) | ( 40 ) | ( 23,707 ) | ||
| Effects of profit or loss of subsidiaries | 485 | ( 485 ) | |||||
| Equity 31 March 2021 | 212,969 | 13,208 | 15,251 | ( 30,544 ) | 210,884 | ( 1,781 ) | 209,103 |
- See further in note 11.
The notes on pages 9 to 21 are an integral part of these Interim Consolidation Financial Statements.
Interim Financial Statements of Icelandair Group hf. 31 March 2021
Amounts are in USD thousands
ICELANDAIR GROUP
Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows for the three months ended 31 March 2021
| | Notes | 2021
Q1 | 2020
Q1 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Cash flows (to) from operating activities | | | |
| Loss for the period | | ( 30,100 ) | ( 240,225 ) |
| Adjustments for: | | | |
| Depreciation and amortisation | | 28,157 | 43,714 |
| Impairment | | 0 | 116,158 |
| Expensed deferred cost | | 2,436 | 2,840 |
| Net finance costs | | 2,086 | 5,572 |
| Changes in fair value | | ( 9,599 ) | 51,007 |
| Gain on sale of operating assets | | ( 2,496 ) | 0 |
| Share in loss (gain) of associates | 19 | 1,464 | ( 698 ) |
| Deferred income tax | | ( 10,062 ) | ( 24,132 ) |
| | | ( 18,114 ) | ( 45,764 ) |
| Changes in: | | | |
| Inventories | | 983 | 1,400 |
| Trade and other receivables | | ( 17,537 ) | 44,085 |
| Trade and other payables | | ( 21,667 ) | 227,318 |
| Deferred income | | 14,903 | ( 144,014 ) |
| Cash (used in) from generated operating activities | | ( 23,318 ) | 128,789 |
| Interest received | | 150 | 376 |
| Interest paid | | ( 4,012 ) | ( 6,021 ) |
| Net cash (used in) from operating activities | | ( 45,294 ) | 77,380 |
| Cash flows used in investing activities: | | | |
| Acquisition of operating assets | | ( 6,383 ) | ( 24,039 ) |
| Proceeds from sale of operating assets | | 11,797 | 0 |
| Deferred cost | | ( 1,985 ) | ( 3,599 ) |
| Acquisition of intangible assets | | ( 31 ) | ( 341 ) |
| Non-current receivables, change | | 209 | ( 1,853 ) |
| Cash attributable to assets held for sale | 6 | ( 451 ) | ( 4,920 ) |
| Marketable securities, change | | ( 14,107 ) | 0 |
| Net cash used in investing activities | | ( 10,951 ) | ( 34,752 ) |
| Cash flows used in financing activities: | | | |
| Proceeds from non-current borrowings | | 3,229 | 0 |
| Repayment of non-current borrowings | | ( 6,749 ) | ( 8,630 ) |
| Repayment of lease liabilities | | ( 4,359 ) | ( 8,856 ) |
| Repayment of short term borrowings | | 0 | ( 42,257 ) |
| Net cash used in financing activities | | ( 7,879 ) | ( 59,743 ) |
| Change in cash and cash equivalents | | ( 64,124 ) | ( 17,115 ) |
| Effect of exchange rate fluctuations on cash held | | ( 67 ) | ( 4,339 ) |
| Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of the period | | 117,657 | 235,073 |
| Cash and cash equivalents at 31 March | | 53,466 | 213,619 |
| Investment and financing without cash flow effect: | | | |
| Acquisition of right-of-use assets | | ( 26 ) | ( 357 ) |
| New or renewed leases | | 26 | 357 |
The notes on pages 9 to 21 are an integral part of these Interim Consolidation Financial Statements.
Interim Financial Statements of Icelandair Group hf. 31 March 2021
Amounts are in USD thousands
ICELANDAIR GROUP
Notes
1. Reporting entity
Icelandair Group hf. (the "Company") is a public limited liability company incorporated and domiciled in Iceland. The Condensed Consolidated Interim Financial Statements of the Company as at and for the three months ended 31 March 2021 comprise the Company and its subsidiaries, together referred to as the "Group" and individually as "Group entities" and the Group's interests in associates. The Group primarily operates in the airline and tourism sectors. The Company is listed on the Nasdaq Main Market Iceland.
The Group's Consolidated Financial Statements as at and for the year ended 31 December 2020 are available upon request from the Company's registered office at Reykjavíkurflugvöllur in Reykjavík, Iceland or at its website address, www.icelandairgroup.is and at The Icelandic Stock Exchange website address, http://www.nasdaqomxnordic.com.
2. Basis of accounting
The Condensed Consolidated Interim Financial Statements for the three months ended 31 March 2021 have been prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs) as adopted by the EU and additional Icelandic disclosure requirements for Consolidated Financial Statements of listed companies. These Interim Financial Statements have been prepared in accordance with IAS 34, Interim Financial Reporting. Interim Consolidated Financial Statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention, except for financial assets and liabilities, which are valued at fair value through other Comprehensive Income. They do not include all the information required for a complete set of IFRS financial statements. However, selected explanatory notes are included to explain events and transactions that are significant to an understanding of the changes in the Group's financial position and performance since the last annual Consolidated Financial Statements as at and for the year ended 31 December 2020.
The accounting policies and methods of computation applied in these Consolidated Interim Financial Statements are the same as those applied by the Group in its Consolidated Financial Statements as at and for the year ended 31 December 2020.
These Consolidated Interim Financial Statements are presented in U.S. dollars (USD), which is the Group's functional currency. All financial information presented in USD has been rounded to the nearest thousand, except when otherwise indicated.
These Interim Financial Statements were approved for issue by the Board of Directors on 29 April 2021.
These Consolidated Interim Financial Statements are prepared on a going concern basis. Despite substantial uncertainty the Board of Directors believes that it is appropriate to prepare these Consolidated Interim Financial Statements on a going concern basis because of actions already taken to strengthen the Group's financial standing and liquidity.
3. Use of judgements and estimates
In preparing these Interim Financial Statements, management has made judgements, estimates and assumptions that affect the application of accounting policies and the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, income and expenses. Actual results may differ from these estimates.
Estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to estimates are recognized prospectively. Due to COVID-19, the aviation and travel industries are facing tremendous uncertainty. Travel restrictions are still in place in most of the Group's important geographical segments. There is also great uncertainty around when demand for travel will return to normal levels, i.e. as they were prior to COVID-19. In preparation of the Consolidated Financial Statements, management adjusted its estimations and assumptions towards the current unprecedented circumstances.
The remaining significant judgements made by management in applying the Group's accounting policies and the key sources of estimation uncertainty were the same as those that applied to the Consolidated Financial Statements as at and for the year ended 31 December 2020.
4. Changes in accounting policies
A number of new standards are effective for annual periods beginning after 1 January 2021 and earlier application is permitted; however, the Group has not early adopted the new or amended standards in preparing these Consolidated Interim Financial Statements and they are not considered to have significant impact on the Consolidated Interim Financial Statements.
Interim Financial Statements of Icelandair Group hf. 31 March 2021
Amounts are in USD thousands
ICELANDAIR GROUP
Notes, contd.:
5. Operating segments
Segment information is presented in the Interim Financial Statements in respect of the Group's business segments, which are the primary basis of segment reporting.
The business segment reporting format reflects the Group's management and internal reporting structure. Segment results include items directly attributable to a segment as well as those that can be allocated on a reasonable basis. Inter-segment pricing is determined on an arm's length basis.
Each entity operates as a single business unit and the management of Icelandair Group assesses performance based on measures including operating profit, and makes resource allocation decisions for the entities based on various performance metrics. The objective in making resource allocation decisions is to optimize consolidated financial results.
Passenger and cargo operations
The largest entity of the Group, the international and domestic passenger airline Icelandair ehf., including its subsidiary Icelandair Cargo, has been identified for financial reporting purposes as a reportable operating segment. Iceland's unique geographical position provides Icelandair with significant strategic advantages. This is encapsulated in Icelandair's ability to serve four markets simultaneously (to, from, via and within Iceland). Icelandair Cargo offers freight services by utilizing the capacity within aircraft of the Icelandair passenger network as well as with their own freighters.
The parent, Icelandair Group hf., is listed on the Nasdaq Iceland stock exchange and is the holding company. Iceeignir, a real estate company that holds the real estate of Icelandair Group, IceCap, a captive insurance company and A320, a dormant, are platform functions of the business that primarily support the Group entities in this segment and are therefore classified within this segment.
Other group entities
Loftleidir Icelandic, which offers aircraft leasing and consulting services to international passenger airlines and tour operators and Feria, which operates under the name VITA as an outgoing tour operator are also operating segments but do not exceed the quantitative thresholds to be reportable and management has concluded that there are currently no other reasons why they should be separately disclosed.
In Q1 2020 Icelandair Hotels was also classified within this segment. As of 3 April 2020, Icelandair Hotels are classified as an investment in associates.
Iceland Travel is classified within this segment. From 19 January 2021 Iceland Travel is in sales process which is currently ongoing and the Company expects to reach an agreement with a potential buyer in Q2 2021.
Interim Financial Statements of Icelandair Group hf. 31 March 2021
Amounts are in USD thousands
ICELANDAIR GROUP
Notes, contd.:
5. Operating segments, contd.:
Reportable segments for the three months ended 31 March 2021
| Other | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Icelandair | Group entities | Total | |
| External revenue | 45,001 | 12,327 | 57,328 |
| Inter-segment revenue | 9,960 | 5 | 9,965 |
| Segment revenue | 54,961 | 12,332 | 67,293 |
| Depreciation and amortisation | (23,404) | (4,753) | (28,157) |
| Segment EBIT | (44,049) | (2,161) | (46,210) |
| Finance income | 5,447 | 145 | 5,592 |
| Finance costs | (7,458) | (220) | (7,678) |
| Fair value change | 9,599 | 0 | 9,599 |
| Share of loss of equity accounted investees | (1,464) | 0 | (1,464) |
| Reportable segment loss before tax | (37,925) | (2,236) | (40,161) |
| Reportable segment assets | 1,297,040 | 66,125 | 1,363,165 |
| Capital expenditure | 5,323 | 3,396 | 8,719 |
| Liabilities | 1,198,797 | 55,062 | 1,253,859 |
Reportable segments for the three months ended 31 March 2020
| External revenue | 148,499 | 60,482 | 208,981 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inter-segment revenue | 23,297 | 1,288 | 24,585 |
| Segment revenue | 171,796 | 61,770 | 233,566 |
| Depreciation and amortisation | (35,599) | (8,115) | (43,714) |
| Impairment | (82,859) | (33,299) | (116,158) |
| Segment EBIT | (162,198) | (46,278) | (208,476) |
| Finance income | 16,468 | 311 | 16,779 |
| Finance costs | (19,293) | (3,058) | (22,351) |
| Fair value change | (50,552) | (455) | (51,007) |
| Share of profit of equity accounted investees | 696 | 2 | 698 |
| Reportable segment loss before tax | (214,879) | (49,478) | (264,357) |
| Reportable segment assets | 1,382,000 | 420,157 | 1,802,157 |
| Capital expenditure | 26,632 | 1,411 | 28,043 |
| Liabilities | 1,159,746 | 342,208 | 1,501,954 |
Interim Financial Statements of Icelandair Group hf. 31 March 2021
Amounts are in USD thousands
ICELANDAIR GROUP
Notes, contd.:
5. Operating segments, contd.:
Reconciliations of reportable segment revenues, profit or loss, assets and liabilities, and other material items
| | 2021
Q1 | 2020
Q1 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Revenue | | |
| Total revenue for reportable segments | 67,293 | 233,566 |
| Elimination of inter-segment revenue | ( 9,965 ) | ( 24,585 ) |
| Consolidated revenue | 57,328 | 208,981 |
| Profit or loss | | |
| Consolidated loss before tax | ( 40,161 ) | ( 264,357 ) |
| Assets | | |
| Total assets for reportable segments | 1,363,165 | 1,802,157 |
| Elimination of inter-segment assets | ( 391,526 ) | ( 409,967 ) |
| Consolidated total assets | 971,639 | 1,392,190 |
| Liabilities | | |
| Total liabilities for reportable segments | 1,253,859 | 1,501,954 |
| Elimination of inter-segment liabilities | ( 491,323 ) | ( 300,971 ) |
| Consolidated total liabilities | 762,536 | 1,200,983 |
| Other material items | Reportable segment totals | Adjustments | Consolidated totals |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 1.1.-31.3.2021 | | | |
| Segment EBIT | ( 46,210 ) | | ( 46,210 ) |
| Finance income | 5,592 | ( 3,478 ) | 2,114 |
| Finance costs | ( 7,678 ) | 3,478 | ( 4,200 ) |
| Depreciation and amortisation | ( 28,157 ) | | ( 28,157 ) |
| Share of loss of associates | ( 1,464 ) | | ( 1,464 ) |
| Capital expenditure | 8,719 | ( 320 ) | 8,399 |
| 1.1.-31.3.2020 | | | |
| Segment EBIT | ( 208,476 ) | | ( 208,476 ) |
| Finance income | 16,779 | ( 2,760 ) | 14,019 |
| Finance costs | ( 22,351 ) | 2,760 | ( 19,591 ) |
| Depreciation and amortisation | ( 43,714 ) | | ( 43,714 ) |
| Share of profit of associates | 698 | | 698 |
| Capital expenditure | 28,043 | ( 63 ) | 27,980 |
Interim Financial Statements of Icelandair Group hf. 31 March 2021
Amounts are in USD thousands
ICELANDAIR GROUP
Notes, contd.:
5. Operating segments, contd.:
Geographic information
The geographic information analyses the Group's revenue as the majority of the Group's clients are outside of Iceland. The vast majority of the Group's non-current assets are located in Iceland. In presenting the following information the Group's revenues have been based on geographic location of customers.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the associated wide-ranging travel restriction and decrease in travel demand, the numbers for Q1 2021 are not directly comparable to the numbers for Q1 2020.
| 2021 | 2020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue | Q1 | Q1 |
| North America | 5% | 31% |
| Iceland | 68% | 29% |
| West Continental Europe | 6% | 14% |
| Scandinavia | 3% | 6% |
| United Kingdom | 1% | 6% |
| Other | 17% | 14% |
| Total revenue | 100% | 100% |
| Available Seat Kilometers (ASK'000) International flights | 176,460 | 2,299,458 |
| Available Seat Kilometers (ASK'000) Domestic flights | 18,953 | 18,083 |
| Freight Tonne Kilometer (FTK'000) Icelandair Cargo | 33,694 | 30,082 |
| Sold Block Hours Loftleidir Icelandic | 3,224 | 7,058 |
Interim Financial Statements of Icelandair Group hf. 31 March 2021
Amounts are in USD thousands
ICELANDAIR GROUP
Notes, contd.:
6. Assets held for sale
On 19 January 2021, the Group decided to initiate a process to sell Iceland Travel. From that date, Iceland Travel is classified as an asset held for sale. The sales process of Iceland Travel is currently ongoing.
Impacts on the consolidated financial statements
(i) Comprehensive income (loss)
| | 2021
Q1 |
| --- | --- |
| Revenue | 119 |
| Elimination of inter-segment revenue | 0 |
| External revenue | 119 |
| Expenses | 886 |
| Elimination of expenses of inter-segment sales | 57 |
| External expenses | 943 |
| Loss from operating activities | ( 824 ) |
| Net finance cost | ( 69 ) |
| Share of profit of associates | 0 |
| | ( 893 ) |
| Income tax | 178 |
| Loss, net of tax | ( 715 ) |
| Basic earnings per share in US cent per share | 0.00 |
| Diluted earnings per share in US cent per share | 0.00 |
(ii) Balance Sheet
| 31.3.2021 | |
|---|---|
| Operating assets | 24 |
| Right-of-use assets | 853 |
| Intangible assets and goodwill | 2,685 |
| Deferred tax assets | 594 |
| Trade and other receivables | 491 |
| Cash and cash equivalents | 451 |
| Total assets | 5,098 |
| Loans and borrowings | 166 |
| Lease liabilities | 789 |
| Trade and other payables | 1,927 |
| Deferred income | 1,117 |
| Total liabilities | 3,999 |
| Net assets and liabilities | 1,099 |
(iii) Cash flows from (used in)
| | 2021
Q1 |
| --- | --- |
| Net cash to operating activities | ( 816 ) |
| Net cash used in investing activities | ( 4 ) |
| Net cash from financing activities | 40 |
| Net cash flows for the period | ( 780 ) |
Interim Financial Statements of Icelandair Group hf. 31 March 2021
Amounts are in USD thousands
ICELANDAIR GROUP
Notes, contd.:
7. Operating income
| 2021 | 2020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport revenue is specified as follows: | Q1 | Q1 |
| Passengers | 11,195 | 116,532 |
| Passenger ancillary revenue | 2,566 | 14,183 |
| Cargo | 21,795 | 13,291 |
| Total transport revenue | 35,556 | 144,006 |
| Other operating revenue is specified as follows: | ||
| Sale in airport and hotels | 259 | 12,176 |
| Revenue from tourism | 987 | 14,931 |
| Aircraft and cargo handling services | 3,743 | 5,194 |
| Maintenance revenue | 806 | 765 |
| Gain on sale of operating assets | 2,496 | 0 |
| Other operating revenue | 2,472 | 5,214 |
| Total other operating revenue | 10,763 | 38,280 |
8. Operating expenses
| 2021 | 2020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Salaries and salary related expenses are specified as follows: | Q1 | Q1 |
| Salaries | 28,862 | 64,152 |
| Contributions to pension funds | 5,064 | 9,666 |
| Other salary-related expenses | 1,364 | 6,707 |
| Total salaries and salary related expenses | 35,290 | 80,525 |
| Aviation expenses are specified as follows: | ||
| Aircraft fuel | 7,848 | 51,557 |
| Aircraft lease | 191 | 424 |
| Aircraft handling, landing and communication | 4,468 | 20,737 |
| Aircraft maintenance expenses | 8,888 | 17,863 |
| Total aviation expenses | 21,395 | 90,581 |
| Other operating expenses are specified as follows: | ||
| Operating cost of real estate and fixtures | 1,150 | 3,343 |
| Communication | 4,070 | 6,665 |
| Advertising | 1,892 | 4,398 |
| Booking fees and commission expenses | 494 | 20,643 |
| Cost of goods sold | 192 | 1,990 |
| Customer services | 1,066 | 12,117 |
| Travel and other employee expenses | 2,102 | 10,262 |
| Tourism expenses | 22 | 5,948 |
| Allowance for bad debt | 1,044 | 12,294 |
| Other operating expenses | 6,663 | 8,819 |
| Total other operating expenses | 18,695 | 86,479 |
9. Depreciation and amortisation
| 2021 | 2020 | |
|---|---|---|
| The depreciation and amortisation charge in profit or loss is specified as follows: | Q1 | Q1 |
| Depreciation of operating assets | 22,787 | 35,260 |
| Depreciation of right-of-use assets | 4,564 | 7,209 |
| Amortisation of intangible assets | 806 | 1,245 |
| Depreciation and amortisation recognized in profit or loss | 28,157 | 43,714 |
Interim Financial Statements of Icelandair Group hf. 31 March 2021
Amounts are in USD thousands
ICELANDAIR GROUP
Notes, contd.:
10. Finance income and finance costs
| 2021 | 2020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Finance income and finance costs are specified as follows: | Q1 | Q1 |
| Interest income on cash and cash equivalents | 163 | 183 |
| Interest income on lease receivables | 96 | 191 |
| Other interest income | 160 | 676 |
| Net currency exchange gain | 1,695 | 12,969 |
| Finance income total | 2,114 | 14,019 |
| Interest expenses on loans and borrowings | 2,377 | 3,216 |
| Interest on lease liabilities | 1,432 | 3,525 |
| Interest on Pre-Delivery Payments for aircraft (PDP) | 0 | 12,542 |
| Other interest expenses | 391 | 308 |
| Finance costs total | 4,200 | 19,591 |
| Changes in fair value of warrants, see note 14 | 9,599 | 0 |
| Changes in fair value of derivatives | 0 | (51,007) |
| Fair value changes | 9,599 | (51,007) |
| Net finance costs | 7,513 | (56,579) |
11. Equity
| Reserves are specified as follows: | Hedging reserve | Translation reserve | Other reserves | Total reserves | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reserves 1 January 2020 | ( | 28 ) | 24,346 | 21,131 | 45,449 |
| Changes during the period | ( | 63,736 ) | ( 38,332 ) | ( 6,977 ) | ( 109,045 ) |
| Closed derivatives through P&L | 51,007 | 0 | 0 | 51,007 | |
| Reserves 31 March 2020 | ( | 12,757 ) | ( 13,986 ) | 14,154 | ( 12,589 ) |
| Reserves 1 January 2021 | ( | 31,999 ) | 23,679 | 16,693 | 8,373 |
| Changes during the period | 6,301 | 92 | 485 | 6,878 | |
| Reserves 31 March 2021 | ( | 25,698 ) | 23,771 | 17,178 | 15,251 |
12. Loans and borrowings
This note provides information on the contractual terms of the Group's interest-bearing loans and borrowings, which are measured at amortized cost, and changes during the year.
| Non-current loans and borrowings: | 31.3.2021 | 31.12.2020 |
|---|---|---|
| Secured bank loans | 254,011 | 263,588 |
| Unsecured loans | 3,054 | 0 |
| Total loans and borrowings | 257,065 | 263,588 |
| Current maturities | ( 20,961 ) | ( 24,013 ) |
| Total non-current loans and borrowings | 236,104 | 239,575 |
Current loans and borrowings:
| Current maturities | 20,961 | 24,013 |
|---|---|---|
| Total current loans and borrowings | 20,961 | 24,013 |
| Total loans and borrowings | 257,065 | 263,588 |
Interim Financial Statements of Icelandair Group hf. 31 March 2021
Amounts are in USD thousands
ICELANDAIR GROUP
Notes, contd.:
12. Loans and borrowings, contd.:
Terms and debt repayment schedule:
| Currency | Nominal interest rates | Year of maturity | Total remaining balance | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31.3.2021 | 31.12.2020 | ||||
| Secured bank loans | USD | 3.3% | 2024-2028 | 164,578 | 164,404 |
| Secured bank loans | EUR | 0.9% | 2028 | 64,568 | 67,559 |
| Secured bank loans | ISK | 2.8% | 2026 | 24,865 | 31,625 |
| Unsecured loan | ISK | 3.7% | 2026 | 3,054 | 0 |
| Total interest-bearing liabilities | 257,065 | 263,588 |
As at 31 March 2021, the Company had undrawn commercial credit lines with local banks in the amount of USD 52 million.
Additionally, the Company has access to a government guaranteed credit facility in the amount of USD 120 million. The facility is arranged through two local commercial banks and is 90% guaranteed by the government. The facility was undrawn at 31 March 2021.
Repayments of loans and borrowings are specified as follows:
| 31.3.2021 | 31.12.2020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Repayments in 2021 (9 months)(2020: 12 months) | 15,769 | 24,013 |
| Repayments in 2022 | 33,479 | 33,450 |
| Repayments in 2023 | 41,581 | 44,080 |
| Repayments in 2024 | 51,778 | 46,908 |
| Repayments in 2025 | 28,901 | 28,120 |
| Subsequent repayments | 85,557 | 87,017 |
| Total loans and borrowings | 257,065 | 263,588 |
According to the Company's restructured financial covenants, that took affect at the end of Q3 2020, the Company's equity ratio shall be a minimum of 8-10% in terms of loan agreements with lenders and a minimum of 2% in terms of the government guaranteed credit facility. The Company was not in breach of the covenant at 31 March 2021.
13. Lease liabilities
This note provides information of the Group's lease liabilities, which are measured at amortized cost, and changes during the year.
| Currency | Interest rates | Year of maturity | Total remaining balance | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31.3.2021 | 31.12.2020 | ||||
| Lease liabilities | USD | 4.4% | 2021-2030 | 120,111 | 131,294 |
| Lease liabilities indexed | ISK | 4.1% | 2021-2038 | 12,480 | 13,217 |
| Lease liabilities | GBP | 2.2% | 2021-2025 | 1,185 | 1,237 |
| Lease liabilities | other | 2.9% | 2021-2028 | 747 | 849 |
| Current maturity | (26,838) | (26,890) | |||
| Total lease liabilities | 107,685 | 119,707 |
Repayments of lease liabilities are specified as follows:
| Repayments in 2021 (9 months)(2020: 12 months) | 17,509 | 26,890 |
|---|---|---|
| Repayments in 2022 | 25,355 | 22,223 |
| Repayments in 2023 | 20,769 | 21,649 |
| Repayments in 2024 | 17,875 | 18,542 |
| Repayments in 2025 | 16,926 | 17,426 |
| Subsequent repayments | 36,089 | 39,867 |
| Total loans and borrowings | 134,523 | 146,597 |
Interim Financial Statements of Icelandair Group hf. 31 March 2021
Amounts are in USD thousands
ICELANDAIR GROUP
Notes, contd.:
13. Lease liabilities, contd.:
Where practicable, the Group seeks to include extension options in new leases to provide operational flexibility. The extension options held are exercisable by the Group only and not by the lessors. The Group assesses whether such an option is reasonably certain to be exercised at the lease commencement date. A reassessment is made in case of a significant event or significant changes in circumstances within the Group's control.
The Group has entered into sale and leaseback agreements for three aircraft that will be delivered in Q2 2021. The lease liability is expected to amount to approx. USD 118.0 million. See further note 17.
14. Warrants liabilities
Warrants liabilities are specified as followed:
| Assumptions | ICEAIRW | ICEAIRW | ICEAIRW |
|---|---|---|---|
| 130821 | 180222 | 120822 | |
| Issue date | 18.9.2020 | 18.9.2020 | 18.9.2020 |
| Exercise period end date | 13.8.2021 | 18.2.2022 | 12.8.2022 |
| Share price (ISK) at issue date | 1.00 | 1.00 | 1.00 |
| Share price (ISK) at reporting date | 1.40 | 1.40 | 1.40 |
| Exercise price (ISK) | 1.13 | 1.22 | 1.30 |
| Interest rate (annual) | 15.0% | 15.0% | 15.0% |
| First interest date | 23.9.2020 | 23.9.2020 | 23.9.2020 |
| Volatility (annual) | 89.4% | 79.2% | 79.2% |
| Risk free rate | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Time to maturity (Years) | 0.37 | 0.88 | 1.37 |
| Fair value per warrant (ISK) at reporting date | 0.36 | 0.40 | 0.45 |
The warrants outstanding and the fair value (USD) of each class of warrants on the respective exercise dates are as follows:
| Warrants liabilities | ICEAIRW | ICEAIRW | ICEAIRW | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 130821 | 180222 | 120822 | ||
| Fair value at 31.12.2020 | 9,129 | 9,002 | 9,633 | 27,764 |
| Gain on change in fair value of warrant liability | ( 3,764 ) | ( 2,968 ) | ( 2,867 ) | ( 9,599 ) |
| Foreign exchanges difference | 16 | 16 | 20 | 52 |
| Fair value as of period ending | 5,381 | 6,050 | 6,786 | 18,217 |
| Non-current warrants liabilities | 0 | 0 | 6,786 | 6,786 |
| Current warrants liabilities | 5,381 | 6,050 | 0 | 11,431 |
The fair value of the warrants at issue date, amounting to USD 16.2 million was recognized through retained earnings and as a liability. During the period from the issue date until 31 March 2021 the Company recognized loss on changes in fair value of its warrants liabilities in the amount of USD 0.9 million.
The warrants liabilities are considered Level 2 liabilities on the fair value hierarchy as the determination of fair value includes various assumptions about the future activities and the Company's share price and historical volatility as inputs. No warrants were exercised during the period ending 31 March 2021.
Interim Financial Statements of Icelandair Group hf. 31 March 2021
Amounts are in USD thousands
ICELANDAIR GROUP
Notes, contd.:
15. Deferred income
Sold unused tickets, fair value of unutilized frequent flyer points and other prepayments are presented as deferred income in the Consolidated Statement of Financial Position.
| Deferred income is specified as follows: | 30.3.2021 | 31.12.2020 |
|---|---|---|
| Sold unused tickets and vouchers | 172,303 | 157,753 |
| Frequent flyer points | 21,699 | 20,641 |
| Other prepayments | 6,881 | 9,008 |
| Total deferred income | 200,883 | 187,402 |
The amount allocated to sold unused tickets is the book value of fares and fuel surcharges that the Group has collected and is liable for to passengers. A substantial percentage of passengers have accepted vouchers for future travel in lieu of cash refunds owed to them as a result of cancelled flights. The total amount of issued vouchers at the end of the reporting period was USD 96.6 million. These vouchers are generally valid for 3 years from the date of issuance.
The amount allocated to frequent flyer points is estimated by reference to the fair value of the discounted services for which they could be redeemed, since the fair value of the points themselves is not directly observable. The fair value of the discounted services for which the points, granted through a customer loyalty program, can be redeemed takes into account the expected redemption rate and the timing of such expected redemptions. That amount is recognized as deferred income.
16. Financial instruments and fair values
The fair values of financial assets and liabilities, together with the carrying amounts shown in the Statement of Financial Position, are as follows. The table does not include fair value information for financial assets and liabilities measured at fair value if the carrying amount is a reasonable approximation of fair value:
| 31.3.2021 | 31.12.2020 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carrying amount | Fair value | Carrying amount | Fair value | |
| Derivatives used for hedging | ( 10,076) | ( 10,076) | ( 17,291) | ( 17,291) |
| Unsecured bond issue | ( 3,054) | ( 3,011) | 0 | 0 |
| Secured loans | ( 254,011) | ( 264,971) | ( 263,588) | ( 279,654) |
| Warrants | ( 18,217) | ( 18,217) | ( 27,764) | ( 27,764) |
| Lease liabilities | ( 134,523) | ( 134,523) | ( 146,597) | ( 146,597) |
| Total | ( 419,881) | ( 430,798) | ( 455,240) | ( 471,306) |
17. Capital commitments
In 2013, the Group and the Boeing Company signed an agreement for the purchase of sixteen Boeing 737 MAX8 and MAX9 aircraft with an option to purchase an additional eight aircraft. The Group has taken delivery of six aircraft.
In December 2018 the Group secured a Pre-Delivery Payment (PDP) financing agreement with BOC Aviation (BOCA) for eleven undelivered B737 MAX aircraft. The agreement with BOCA secured financing of PDP's for all undelivered aircraft under the Boeing agreement, as well as a sale and leaseback of two aircraft, of which one has already been delivered with the other one to be delivered in Q2 2021.
In August 2020, the Group reached a settlement with Boeing on compensation for the damages caused by the 22 month long MAX grounding. The total number of aircraft under the purchase agreement from 2013 was reduced from sixteen to twelve, of which six aircraft remain undelivered. The PDP financing agreement with BOCA was amended accordingly and furthermore provides a backstop financing option in the form of sale and leaseback for the remaining unfinanced aircraft.
Interim Financial Statements of Icelandair Group hf. 31 March 2021
Amounts are in USD thousands
ICELANDAIR GROUP
Notes, contd.:
17. Capital commitments, contd.:
The remaining deliveries of Boeing 737 MAX aircraft to the Group are scheduled as follows:
| Q4 2021/ | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2021 | Q1 2022 | Total | |
| Boeing 737 MAX8 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Boeing 737 MAX9 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Total | 3 | 3 | 6 |
The Group has already secured financing through sale and leaseback agreements of the three aircraft that are scheduled for delivery in Q2 2021. Backstop financing option remains in place for the three remaining aircraft.
18. Group entities
The Company held seven subsidiaries at the end of March 2021.
| Passenger and cargo operations | Share |
|---|---|
| A320 ehf. | 100% |
| IceCap Insurance PCC Ltd. | 100% |
| Iceeignir ehf. | 100% |
| Icelandair ehf. * | 100% |
| Other Group entities | |
| Loftleiðir - Icelandic ehf. | 100% |
| FERIA ehf. (VITA) | 100% |
| Iceland Travel ehf. ** | 100% |
- Icelandair Cargo ehf. is a subsidiary of Icelandair ehf.
** See note 6.
The subsidiaries further own ten subsidiaries that are also included in the Consolidated Financial Statements. Three of those have non-controlling shareholders.
19. Investment in associates
The Group has interests in a number of associates. The carrying amount and share of profit of the associates is as follows:
| Ownership | Carrying amount 31.3.2021 | Share of profit/loss in associates 1.1.-31.3.2021 | Carrying amount 31.12.2020 | Share of profit/loss in associates 1.1.-31.3.2020 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cabo Verde Airlines | 36% | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| EBK ehf. | 25% | 1,091 | ( 141 ) | 1,230 | 131 |
| ITF 1 slhf. | 29% | 6,281 | ( 26 ) | 6,291 | 572 |
| Icelandair Hotels | 25% | ( 1,326 ) | ( 1,299 ) | 13 | 0 |
| Lindarvatn ehf. | 50% | 1,902 | 4 | 1,893 | ( 7 ) |
| Other investments | 178 | ( 2 ) | 176 | 2 | |
| Total investments in associates | 8,126 | ( 1,464 ) | 9,603 | 698 |
The book value of the Group's share in Cabo Verde Airlines (TACV) has been fully expensed. Reserves have been made against all receivables on TACV and therefore, the Group has no further exposure on TACV. Negative developments in TACV operations might impact future operations of Loftleiðir Icelandic due to leased aircraft.
EBK ehf. operates jet fuel tank storage facilities, serving fuel to suppliers and airlines at Keflavík airport.
ITF 1 slhf. is a fund managed by Landsbréf. The Fund's purpose is to invest in Icelandic companies focusing on entertainment and leisure activities for foreign tourists. The main focus is on full-year projects which contribute to the better utilization of the infrastructure in the Icelandic Tourism industry.
Interim Financial Statements of Icelandair Group hf. 31 March 2021
Amounts are in USD thousands
ICELANDAIR GROUP
Notes, contd.:
19. Investment in associates, contd.:
The Group's 25% share in Icelandair Hotels is classified as an investment in associates as of 3 April 2020 when 75% of shares in the entity were delivered to the buyer, Berjaya Land Berhad (Berjaya). On 11 February 2021, the Group reached an agreement with Berjaya regarding sale of its remaining 25% share in the hotel company. The purchase price for the remaining shares is USD 3.4 million and will be payable on delivery when all conditions precedent of the agreement have been fulfilled.
In its capacity as co-owner of Icelandair Hotels, the Company had issued guarantees on certain obligations for Icelandair Hotels. The guarantees were provided in solidum. The Company's 25% share amounts to approx. USD 4.2 million.
Lindarvatn ehf. is the owner of a property at Thorvaldsensstræti in downtown Reykjavík and other properties located near Austurvöllur which are being rebuilt as a hotel.
20. Ratios
The Group's primary ratios are specified as follows:
| 31.3.2021 | 31.12.2020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Current ratio | 0.66 | 0.70 |
| Equity ratio | 0.22 | 0.23 |
| Equity ratio without warrants | 0.23 | 0.25 |
| Intrinsic value of share capital | 0.98 | 1.09 |
Interim Financial Statements of Icelandair Group hf. 31 March 2021
Amounts are in USD thousands
ICELANDAIR GROUP

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