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Icelandair Group Investor Presentation 2021

Jul 23, 2021

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ICELANDAIR GROUP

Q2 2021 results

Investor meeting 23 July 2021


Highlights

Extensive growth of our flight schedule

  • 15 destinations re-introduced
  • Weekly flights in June 160 vs 28 in April
  • Number of full-time employees up by 600 in the quarter
  • 8 aircraft reintroduced from storage and 3 Boeing MAX added
  • Considerable EBIT impact

Positive cashflow from operations

  • Strong booking inflow for the second half of the year
  • Net cash from operations positive of USD 65 million increasing by USD 96.8 million compared to Q2 2020
  • Liquidity position USD 362 million on 30 June 2021

Capacity gradually moving closer to 2019 level

  • Bookings in the international route network steadily increasing
  • Cargo outlook good
  • Still facing considerable uncertainty because of COVID impact on demand

Bain Capital – shareholders’ meeting today

  • Further strengthens liquidity and equity
  • Deep industry knowledge
  • See opportunities in Icelandair Group's winning business model

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Financials

Ívar Sigurður Kristinsson
CFO Icelandair Group

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Net loss USD 54.9 million

An improvement of USD 35.9 million

  • Results for the quarter impacted by the ramp-up of the international route network and investment in an ambitious flight schedule for the second half of the year
  • Passenger volumes steadily rising, although the development was hampered by travel restrictions in key markets
  • Total revenue increased by 27%
  • Transport revenue doubled year-on-year
  • Cargo operation strong with revenues 35% above last year
  • Operating expenses growing with increase in production and preparation for continued ramp-up
  • Continued focus on disciplined and tactical flight decision making resulting in cancellation of flights with negative contribution
USD million Q2 2021 Q2 2020 Change
Transport revenue 55.0 27.6 27.4
Aircraft and aircrew lease 7.8 26.9 -19.1
Other operating revenue 14.7 6.3 8.4
Operating Income 77.5 60.8 16.7
Salaries and other personnel expenses 52.5 52.2 0.3
Aviation expenses 39.0 31.6 7.4
Other operating expenses 22.9 14.5 8.4
Operating Expenses 114.5 98.3 16.1
Depreciation and amortization 25.3 60.2 -34.9
EBIT -62.2 -97.8 35.5
EBIT ratio -80.3% -160.8% 80.5 ppt
EBT -67.9 -91.9 23.9
Net loss -54.9 -90.8 35.9

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Ramp-up started in the international route network

Destinations added and capacity increased on existing routes

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Total ASK'000
per month Q221 and as % of Q219

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Total ASK'000
Q221 vs Q220

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Passengers per market
per month Q221 in '000

Destinations added

in Q221

North America +7

New York, Minneapolis, Seattle, Washington, Denver, Portland, Chicago

Europe +8

Helsinki, Billund, Zurich, Brussels, Geneva, Tenerife, Berlin, Munchen,

Pax = Passengers, ASK = Available Seat Km, LF = Load Factor, BH = Block Hours, FTK = Freight Tonne KM

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Domestic operation continues to show recovery and cargo operation remains strong in Q221

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Icelandair cargo

  • Freight Ton-Kilometers (FTK) increased by 26% year-on-year
  • Increase in FTK driven by more export and transit gaining momentum
  • FTK back to pre-COVID levels
  • Share of transit freight increasing; 13% in Q221 vs 5% in Q220

Lofteidir Icelandic

  • Operation still at minimum level due to negative COVID effect on demand
  • Number of sold block hours remained the same year-on-year in Q2

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Salaries and salary related cost USD 52.5 million in Q221

Average number of full-time employees 1,783

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Salaries and salary related cost USD million

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The number of full-time employees added in Q221

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Average no of full-time employees excluding lay-offs in Q220

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Fuel cost USD 19.5 million

Fuel cost
USD million

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Open hedge contracts
Overview tons in thousands

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  • Increased production in passenger network drives higher fuel cost
  • Fuel market prices increased by 59% year-on-year
  • Effective fuel price $700 per ton in Q2 21
  • Mark to market of open contracts at end of Q2 are -2.4 m USD with the average swap price of 663 USD per ton
  • Total volume of open contracts amounts to 61.7 thousand ton

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Operating expenses growing with increase in production and preparation for continued ramp-up

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  • All figures are in USD millions
    ** H-L-C = Handling, Landing, Communication

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Balance sheet

Assets

USD million 30 Jun 2021 31 Dec 2020 Change
Operating assets 440.7 498.4 -57.7
Right-of-use assets 235.6 119.8 115.9
Intangible assets and goodwill 56.5 60.3 -3.8
Other non-current assets 91.8 73.7 18.1
Total non-current assets 824.6 752.2 72.4
Other current assets 22.6 23.4 -0.8
Trade and other receivables 142.7 99.3 43.4
Assets classified as held for sale 7.8 0.0 7.8
Marketable securities 32.4 41.7 -9.3
Cash and cash equivalents 155.5 117.7 37.8
Total current assets 361.0 282.1 79.0
Total assets 1,185.6 1,034.2 151.4

Equity and liabilities

USD million 30 Jun 2021 31 Dec 2020 Change
Shareholders' equity 163.8 232.8 -69.0
Loans and borrowings non-current 248.0 239.6 8.4
Lease liabilities 228.7 119.7 109.0
Derivatives for hedging 0.0 6.0 -6.0
Warrants 9.0 18.6 -9.6
Other non-current liabilities 19.1 17.1 2.0
Total non-current liabilities 504.8 401.0 103.9
Loans and borrowings current 23.0 24.0 -1.0
Lease liabilities 35.5 26.9 8.6
Warrants 15.2 9.1 6.1
Derivatives used for hedging 1.9 11.3 -9.5
Liabilities classified as held for sale 7.3 0.0 7.3
Trade and other payables 132.8 141.7 -8.9
Deferred income 301.2 187.4 113.8
Total current liabilities 517.0 400.5 116.5
Total liabilities 1,021.8 801.4 220.4
Total equity and liabilities 1,185.6 1,034.2 151.4

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Net interest-bearing debt excluding lease liabilities USD 147 million

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Equity ratio

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Interest-bearing debt USD million

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Net lease liabilities USD million

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NIBD excl. lease liabilities USD million

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Deferred income USD 301.2 million

Thereof vouchers USD 89.0 million

Deferred income 30 June 2021
USD million

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Positive net cash flow from operations of USD 65 million in Q221

Significant increase from last year

Net cash from operations Q221
USD million

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Strong bookings boost liquidity

Total liquidity USD 362 million on 30 June

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Liquidity breakdown
USD million

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Liquidity developments in Q221
USD million

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Warrants can be exercised in August

Warrant class ICEAIRW130821

Exercise period and payment date

Last day of trading is 30 July 2021

The exercise period starts on 4 August and the final payment date is 19 August 2021

Warrants not exercised before or on the final payment date will lapse and become void

Payment instructions

  • Exercise price is fixed at ISK 1.13 pr. share
  • Electronic invoices accessible in investors’ online banks
  • Payment signifies investors’ intent to exercise the warrants – no further action is needed
  • All payments are final and irrevocable

Tax considerations

  • The difference between the exercise price and the respective market price constitutes taxable income
  • Subject to capital gains tax for individuals and income tax for legal entities
  • Investors should seek appropriate tax advice suitable for their personal situation

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Business update and outlook

Bogi Nils Bogason

President and CEO Icelandair Group

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16 months of minimal operations behind us were we kept the infrastructure in place to be able to ramp-up quickly when markets re-opened


Important role in Icelandic society

Direct contribution in 2021

Estimated USD 210 million (ISK 26bn) by employing around 2,100 full time employees over the year

Export contribution in 2021

Estimated over USD 646 million (ISK 80bn) by transporting 400,000 tourists to Iceland

Other indirect contribution in 2021

The indirect contribution is significant, driving economic benefits not only to the local tourism industry but the Icelandic economy as a whole.

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Numbers can changes due to Covid-19 development and impact on demand


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We have focused on simplifying and streamlining the business and at the same time strengthening the balance sheet


Great capabilities of the Boeing MAX aircraft creating new opportunities

Renewal transition of the fleet in place

The MAX added and B757 slowly faded out

Estimated no. of AC at year-end:

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Great capabilities

Better technical reliability, fuel efficiency and payload range than initially assumed creates new opportunities within the Icelandair route network

36% less CO2 emission than Boeing 757

Financing in final stages

The financing of three MAX to be delivered 21/22 is in final stages

With favorable market conditions additions to the fleet for summer 2022 are being explored

Long term strategy reviewed

Strategic initiative to review Icelandair's long-term fleet strategy will be started at the end of this summer

Aim to finish that work before year-end

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Strong booking inflow in recent weeks

Booking flow has been good for the summer and fall 2021

  • Continued strong inflow from North-America
  • The opening of Europe to vaccinated US travelers has positive effect on the N-Atlantic market
  • Increased booking inflow from Scandinavia and Central Europe
  • The start of additional UK routes has been postponed until September 2021 due to slow booking flow
  • Icelandair capacity in July expected to be 43% of 2019 level and the load factor around 70% compared to 47% in Q2.
  • Further increased capacity expected in August and improved load factor.

Uncertainty due to Covid 19 development and impact demand and bookings

Strong outlook for Icelandair Cargo

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Current flight schedule for 2022 amounts to 80% of 2019 capacity


Key takeaways

Positive cash flow from operations in Q2 2021 Healthy financial position enabling the Company to seize opportunities and address challenges Strong booking flow in recent weeks, especially from North America Still a significant uncertainty because of COVID-19

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Q&A

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Disclaimer

  • This material has been prepared by Icelandair Group hf. It may include confidential information about Icelandair Group hf. unless stated otherwise all information is sourced by Icelandair Group hf.

  • The circulation of the information contained within this document may be restricted in some jurisdictions. It is the responsibility of the individual to comply with any such jurisdictional restrictions.

  • Forecasts, by their very nature, are subject to uncertainty and contingencies, many of which are outside the control of Icelandair Group. Past performance should not be viewed as a guide to future performance. Where amounts involve a foreign currency, they may be subject to fluctuations in value due to movements in exchange rates.

  • Icelandair Group cannot guarantee that the information contained herein is without fault or entirely accurate. The information in this material is based on sources that Icelandair Group believes to be reliable. Neither Icelandair Group nor any of its directors or employees can however warrant that all information is correct. Furthermore, information and opinions may change without notice. Icelandair Group is under no obligation to make amendments or changes to this presentation if errors are found or opinions or information change. Icelandair Group accepts no responsibility for the accuracy of its sources or information provided herein and therefore can neither Icelandair Group nor any of its directors or employees be held responsible in any way for the contents of this document.

  • This document must not be construed as investment advice or an offer to invest.

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  • Furthermore, it is prohibited to publish, copy, reproduce or distribute further the material made or gathered by Icelandair Group without the company's explicit written consent.

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