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Immuron Ltd — Annual Report 2013
Sep 26, 2013
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Annual Financial Report For the year ended 30 June 2013
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Contents
Operations Report ........................................................................................................... 2 Intellectual Property Report ........................................................................................... 5 Directors’ Report ............................................................................................................. 7 Corporate Governance Statement ................................................................................ 24 Auditor’s Independence Declaration ............................................................................ 30 Annual Financial Report ................................................................................................ 31 Statement of Comprehensive Income .............................................................................. 32 Statement of Financial Position ........................................................................................ 33 Statement of Changes in Equity ........................................................................................ 34 Cash Flow Statement ........................................................................................................ 35 Notes to the Financial Statements .................................................................................... 36 Directors’ Declaration ................................................................................................... 74 Independent Auditor’s Report ...................................................................................... 75 Shareholder Information ............................................................................................... 77 Company Directory ....................................................................................................... 81
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Operations Report
Overview of Company’s Activities
Immuron Limited (“the Company” or “Immuron”) continued its product development driven biopharmaceutical focus on the research and development of polyclonal antibodies for the treatment and prevention of major diseases. The following report on operations details Travelan product developments and research and development activities undertaken by the Company in the period.
During the period under review, the following key events were reported by the Company.
Immuron Limited’s Business Strategy
Immuron’s current strategy is to develop its product candidates to the stage that they can be out-licensed in a manner designed to deliver greatest shareholder value. Such licensing arrangements are intended to provide Immuron with upfront, milestone-based and royalty bearing payments. A key feature of this strategy is that any such license will be coupled with a supply arrangement under which Immuron maintains and controls the supply and production of its hyper-immune dairy derived products, thereby maintaining control over its technology platform. The timing and the nature of the licenses are expected to vary according to the profile and stage of development for each product.
Review of Operations
During the financial year ending on 30 June 2013, Immuron continued its three-pronged focus on the global commercialisation of Travelan, the clinical development of IMM-124E for NASH and the development towards clinical stage of an infectious disease product candidate, being IMM-529 for C.difficile infections.
Travelan continues to provide us with the opportunity to substantially increase the company’s short term revenues, whilst both IMM-124E and IMM-529 provide us with the prospect of a longer term, and substantially higher rewards.
During the period under review, the key events reported by Immuron were:
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Immuron’s principal investigator for its impending NASH (non-alcoholic steatohepatitis) Phase IIb clinical trial, Professor Arun Sanyal, has been awarded a National Institutes of Health grant to conduct a clinical trial for the related condition ASH (alcoholic steatohepatitis)
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An agreement with Harvest & Health Co Ltd, for the distribution of Travelan in China and Taiwan.
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Results demonstrating that IMM-529 is effective in preventing Clostridium difficile (C. difficile) infections in mice.
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Drawing down $CA0.5M, being the second tranche of the debenture agreement that facilitates a funding arrangement under which Paladin Laboratories Inc., provided a total of $CA 1.5M to Immuron
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Raising of $1.86M through a fully underwritten renounceable pro-rata rights offer to the company’s shareholders
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Adoption of a direct-to-wholesalers sales model for Travelan in Australia following termination of the company’s license agreement with Takeda, thereby enabling Immuron to command higher gross margins on its sales of Travelan in Australia.
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Operations Report (continued…)
Travelan
The global commercialisation of our flagship product Travelan, continues to be a focus. By 30 June 2013 Immuron had entered into 4 Travelan commercialisation agreements for several countries in Asia, such that 79% of tourists visiting Asia Pacific will be travelling to countries where Travelan is licensed. Pending marketing approval for several licensed territories, launches in these countries are anticipated this calendar year.
As at 30 June 2013 and currently, we continue to await marketing authorisation from the regulatory authority in Canada which experienced internal delays unrelated to Travelan.
As at 30 June 2013 our relationship with MEDA, our former US licensee, has formally ended after MEDA and Immuron jointly determined that Travelan did not fit the MEDA portfolio. MEDA and Immuron parted on good terms, with the realization that, for Immuron to be able to do full justice to the commercialization of Travelan in the United States, there needs to be a consumer group focus. Immuron is currently in progressed discussions with a more suitable licensing partner.
In June 2013, we announced termination of the company’s license agreement with Takeda for the distribution of Travelan in Australia and New Zealand and adoption of a direct-to-wholesaler strategy. Since 2010 Takeda has achieved market penetration for Travelan in Australia and has built the Travelan brand.
Immuron is leveraging these achievements and applying them to its direct-to-wholesaler strategy through which Immuron commands substantially higher gross margins.
In the financial year ending 30 June 2012, Immuron announced that its sales of Travelan were approximately $450K. In the financial year ending 30 June 2013, Immuron’s sales of Travelan were approximately $150K. We expect substantial increases in the financial year ending 30 June 2014 and thereafter.
In support of the direct-to-wholesaler strategy, Immuron entered into an Agreement with HealthOne, a Sydney-based company, that provides a national pharmacy contracted sales force. Under this Agreement, HealthOne is promoting Travelan based on agreed targets and a revenue sharing arrangement. Our largest shareholder, Grandlodge has been managing the marketing and the logistics associated with the sale of Travelan, including setting up accounts and liaising with pharmaceutical wholesalers. Grandlodge’s involvement has been pivotal in enabling Immuron to adopt its direct-to-wholesalers model.
IMM-124E for NASH:
We continue to be encouraged by the commercial and scientific interest generated in our NASH product program. At the heart of IMM-124E for NASH is the principle that endotoxins (toxins released by certain types of bacteria) play a key role in the development of NASH, which is also known as “bacterial translocation” or “leaky gut”. These endotoxins activate inflammatory pathways associated with NASH, a proposition which is supported by a number of publications.
Based on our data generated to date, the polyclonal antibodies contained in Immuron’s IMM-124E agglutinate, or stick to, the endotoxins associated with NASH, thereby preventing bacterial translocation and the pathogenesis of NASH. This is achieved by the antibodies comprised in IMM-124E acting in the GItract and eliciting a systemic response without crossing into the blood stream. As a bovine colostrum derived product, its safety profile is high. For all these reasons, IMM-124E is attracting significant attention.
During the year ending 30 June 2013 we progressed the development of IMM-124E so that when funds are available to commence the clinical trials, Immuron will be able to progress the clinical trials expeditiously. The preparations have included discussions and with our clinical advisors and potential licensees on the design and optimisation of the NASH Phase 2 trials.
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Operations Report (continued…)
IMM-529 for Clostridium difficile infection:
Clostridium difficile (C.difficile) is a bacteria normally found in people’s intestines. Under certain circumstances C.difficile can multiply and cause diarrhoea as well as potentially life threatening intestinal conditions including colonic perforation and toxic megacolon. Deaths related to C.difficile increased 400% between 2000 and 2007, due in part to a stronger germ strain and antibiotic resistance.
IMM 529 is being designed to both prevent and treat C.difficile infections. Since June 2012, when we announced the first results of our C.difficile program conducted under collaboration with Monash University, we have continued to see very encouraging data, demonstrating its potential as both a preventative and a treatment. These results have formed the basis of patent applications which are designed to provide multiple aspects of monopolistic protection. Additional pre-clinical (mouse model) trials are currently being prepared to support a human trial.
IMM-255 for Influenza
In May we announced our decision to end the project for the development of IMM-255 for Influenza. Following a number of pre-clinical trials in mice and ferrets, there was insufficient statistically significant information that supported the efficacy of IMM-255 in protecting against influenza infection.
Further studies in relation to this project will be considered in the future.
Corporate
During the year ending 30 June 2013, we announced a number of changes to our management and board constituency. In March 2013 we announced the resignation of Joe Baini as a Director and the Chief Executive Officer and the appointment of Amos Meltzer as interim Chief Executive Officer.
In April 2013, we announced the resignation of Graeme Stevens as the company’s Chief Financial Officer and Secretary and the appointment of Phillip Hains and Peter Vaughan as the company’s co-secretaries.
In May 2013, following the announcement of the company’s fully underwritten renounceable pro-rata rights offer to the company’s shareholders, we announced the appointment of Stephen Anastasiou as a Director of the company.
Subsequent to the end of the financial year, Dr Stewart Washer and Dr Elane Zelcer retired as Directors of the Board in July and September respectively.
For and on behalf of the Company;
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Amos Meltzer
Interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Immuron Limited
Dated: This the 27[th] Day of September 2013
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Intellectual Property Report
Immuron owns a number of patent families claiming methods of use for hyperimmune colostrum, all relevant to its products.
Immuron’s patent-monopoly powers are supplemented by a comprehensive body of know-how which Immuron generated over many years and which relates to the production of Immuron’s hyper-immune colostrum, including numerous protocols and SOPs. These trade secrets also include information relating to a low cost production system and an effective immunisation process that is approved by an independent animal ethics committee.
During the year ending 30 June, Immuron continued to progress its patents portfolio.
A summary of the principal patent families owned by Immuron is set out in the table below:
| Number | Country | Status | Expiry |
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| Travelan: Composition and Method for the Treatment and Prevention of Enteric Bacterial Infections | |||
| 2004216920 | Australia | Granted | 4 March 2024 |
| 0408085-8 | Brazil | Pending | 4 March 2024 |
| 2,517,911 | Canada | Pending | 4 March 2024 |
| 201210055406.0 | China | Pending | 4 March 2024 |
| 04716992.5 | Europe | Pending | 4 March 2024 |
| 230,664 | India | Granted | 4 March 2024 |
| 542088 | New Zealand | Granted | 4 March 2024 |
| 10/548,156 | USA | Pending | 4 March 2024 |
| IMM-124E for NASH; Immuno-Modulating Compositions for the Treatment of Immune-Mediated Disorders | |||
| 2009222965 | Australia | Pending | 11 March 2029 |
| 2,718,381 | Canada | Pending | 11 March 2029 |
| 09720973.8 | Europe | Pending | 11 March 2029 |
| 587901 | New Zealand | Granted | 11 March 2029 |
| 12/879,129 | USA | Pending | 11 March 2029 |
| 13/715,371 | USA | Pending | 11 March 2029 |
| IMM 243 Methods and Compositions Using Anti-Lps Ligands for the Treatment and Prevention of Inflammatory Disorders |
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| 2011313811 | Australia | Pending | 4 October 2031 |
| 2,813,612 | Canada | Pending | 4 October 2031 |
| 11 830 116.7 | Europe | Pending | 4 October 2031 |
| 100135979 | Taiwan (ROC) | Pending | 4 October 2031 |
| 13/877,780 | USA | Pending | 4 October 2031 |
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Intellectual Property Report (continued…)
| Number | Country | Status | Expiry |
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| IMM-363 for Method and Composition for Treatment or Inhibition of Mucositis Associated with Chemotherapy or Radiation Damage |
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| 2012269740 | Australia | Pending | 18 June 2032 |
| PCT/AU2012/000700 | PCT | Pending | 18 June 2032 |
| IMM 529 Methods and Compositions for the Treatment and/or Prophylaxis of Clostridium Difficile Associated Disease |
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| 2013901386 * | Australia | Pending | 19 April 2034 |
- This application is a provisional application. An international filing is pending.
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Directors’ Report
The Board of Directors of Immuron Limited (referred to hereafter as ‘the Company’ or ‘Immuron’) present their report for the year ended 30 June 2013. In order to comply with the provisions of the Corporations Act 2001, the Board of Directors report as follows:
Directors
The names of the Directors in office at any time during, or since the end of the year are as follows:
Dr. Roger Aston Independent Non-Executive Chairman Appointed to the Board 20 March 2012 Last elected by shareholders 26 November 2012 Qualifications BSc (Hons), PhD Experience Dr Aston has more than 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries. Dr Aston was previously the Chief Executive Officer and a Director of Mayne Pharma Group Limited. Prior to his position at Mayne Pharma, some of his previous positions have included CEO of Peptech Limited (Australia), Director of Cambridge Antibody Technology Limited (UK) and Chairman of Cambridge Drug Discovery Limited (UK – now Bio Focus plc). Dr Aston was also founder and CEO of Biokine Technology Ltd (UK) prior to its acquisition by the Peptech Group. Dr Aston was also a director of pSivida Ltd. During the past 20 years of his career, Dr Aston has been closely involved in the development of many successful pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies. Dr Aston has extensive experience including negotiating global licence agreements, overseeing product registration activities with the FDA, the establishment and implementation of guidelines and operating procedures for manufacturing and clinical trials, overseeing manufacturing of human and veterinary products, private and public fund raising activities and the introduction of corporate governance procedures. Interest in shares and options 13,122,482 ordinary shares and 4,216,667 options over ordinary shares. Committees Chairman and Member of the Company’s Remuneration Committee; and Member of the Company’s Audit and Risk Committee. Directorships held in other public Dr. Aston is currently a Director of IDT Limited (ASX:IDT), Oncosil Medical entities Limited (ASX:OSL), PharmAust Limited (ASX:PAA), Cynata Inc, and Regeneus Limited Other directorships held during the past Director of Mayne Pharma Group (Aug 2005 to Feb 2012) 3 years Director of Ascent Pharmahealth Limited (2008 – 2010)
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Directors’ Report (continued…)
| Mr. Daniel Pollock | Independent Non-Executive Director |
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| Appointed to the Board | 11 October 2012 |
| Qualifications | LL.B; Dip L.P |
| Experience | Daniel Pollock is a lawyer admitted in both Scotland and Australia and |
| holding Practicing Certificates in both Jurisdictions. He is sole practitioner | |
| in his own legal firm based in Melbourne, Australia which operates | |
| internationally and specializes in commercial law. | |
| Daniel is Chairman and Company Secretary of Amaero Pty Ltd, a company | |
| established to commercialise laser based additive manufacturing | |
| emerging from Monash University. | |
| He is also Executive Director and co-owner of Great Accommodation P/L a | |
| property management business operating in Victoria. | |
| Daniel has had historical involvement as a seed investor and Board | |
| member of a number of small unlisted companies. The most recent of | |
| these was an E-Pharmacy company where he was heavily involved in its | |
| commercial growth and ultimate sale to a large listed health services | |
| company. | |
| Interest in shares and options | 6,418,993 ordinary shares and 1,266,667 options over ordinary shares. |
| Committees | Member of the Company’s Audit and Risk Committee. |
| Directorships held in other public | Nil. |
| entities | |
| Mr. Stephen Anastasiou | Non-Executive Director |
| Appointed to the Board | 28 May 2013 |
| Qualifications | BSc (Hons), Grad. Dip MKTG, MBA |
| Experience | Mr Anastasiou; B.Sc(Hons), Grad. Dip MKTG, MBA, has over 20 years’ |
| experience in general management, marketing and strategic planning | |
| within the healthcare industry. | |
| His breadth of experience incorporates diagnostics, ethical, hospital, | |
| dental and OTC products, with companies including the international | |
| pharmaceutical company Bristol Myer Squibb. | |
| While employed as a management consultant with KPMG Peat Marwick, | |
| Mr. Anastasiou has previously led project teams in a diverse range of | |
| market development and strategic planning projects in both the public | |
| and private sector. He is also a director and shareholder of a number of | |
| unlisted private companies, covering a variety of industry sectors that | |
| include healthcare and funds management. | |
| Mr Anastasiou’s companies have participated in several corporate | |
| transactions involving business units and brands of multinational and | |
| Australian companies | |
| Interest in shares and options | 151,626,929 ordinary shares and 66,666,667 options over ordinary |
| shares. | |
| Directorships held in other public | Nil. |
| entities |
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Directors’ Report (continued…)
| Prof. Colin Chapman | Independent Non-Executive Director | |
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| Appointed to the Board | 18 June 2008 | |
| Resigned from the Board | 8 October 2012 | |
| Mr. Joseph Baini | Executive Director | |
| Appointed to the Board | 25 May 2012 | |
| Resigned from the Board | 28 February 2013 | |
| Dr. Stewart Washer | Independent Non-Executive Director | |
| Appointed to the Board | 24 October 2001 | |
| Resigned from the Board | 3 July 2013 | |
| Dr. Elane Zelcer | Independent Non-Executive Director | |
| Appointed to the Board | 19 November 2009 | |
| Resigned from the Board | 2 September 2013 |
Directors have been in office since the start of the financial year to the date of this report, unless stated otherwise.
Company Secretary
Mr Phillip Hains Joint Company Secretary
Mr Hains was appointed as Company Secretary since 19[th] April 2013.
Mr Hains is a Chartered Accountant and specialist in the public company environment. He has served the needs of a number of public company boards of directors and related committees. He has over 20 years’ experience in providing accounting, administration, compliance and general management services. He holds a Masters of Business Administration from RMIT and a Public Practice Certificate from the Institute of Chartered Accountants.
He is currently a Non-Executive Director of BKM Management Limited (ASX:BKM) and of Outward Bound Australia.
Mr Peter Vaughan Joint Company Secretary
Mr Vaughan was appointed as Company Secretary on 19[th] April 2013.
Mr Vaughan is a Chartered Accountant who has worked in the listed company environment for almost 10 years across a number of industries. He has served on and provided accounting, administration, compliance and general management services to a number of private, not-for-profit and public company boards of directors and related committees. He is currently a Director of The Manningham Club Limited, and also of Wildlife Victoria Inc.
Mr Graeme Stevens Company Secretary
Mr Stevens resigned as Company Secretary on 19[th] April 2013 following 6 years of service.
Principal Activity
The Company's principal activity is a product development driven biopharmaceutical Company focused on the research and development of polyclonal antibodies for the treatment and prevention of major diseases.
Dividends
The Directors did not pay any dividends during the financial year. The Directors do not recommend the payment of a dividend in respect of the 2013 financial year.
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Directors’ Report (continued…)
Significant Changes in State of Affairs
There have been no other significant changes in the nature of Immuron Limited's principal activities during the financial year.
Significant Events after Balance Date
15 July 2013 - Immuron issued 31,746,031 unlisted options exercisable at $0.0075 per option on or before 30 June 2016 to employees and consultants of the Company under the current ESOP plan.
There have not been any matters or circumstances, other than those referred to above and in the financial statements or notes thereto, that have arisen since the end of the financial year, which significantly affected, or may significantly affect, the operations of Immuron Limited, the results of those operations or the state of affairs of Immuron Limited in future financial years.
Business Strategy, Future Developments and Prospects
Immuron aims to create value for shareholders through its continued sales and licensing opportunities for Travelan, and through the development and commercialization of its other proprietary products, principally for the treatment of NASH and Clostridium difficile.
Immuron continues to focus on increasing revenues sales of its flagship product of Travelan in Australia, through its recently established direct-to-wholesaler sales strategy, and to expand its sales into new markets overseas: both those markets for which a license has been granted and are currently under regulatory review as well as expanding into new markets. Immuron is engaged in discussions with a prospective US partner and is hoping to finalise a partnership/license agreement for the commericalisation of Travelan in the US.
The Company continues to develop its NASH and C-Diff products, both of which present significant commercial opportunities.
Immuron remains well positioned to create value for its shareholders as Travelan sales and revenues continue to strengthen and new development opportunities evolve related to the NASH and C-Diff projects.
Operating and Financial Review
Income Statement
The reported after tax loss of $3,539,117 is after fully expensing all of the Company’s research and development expenditure and patenting costs of $1 million incurred during the year.
The Company engaged a new specialised R&D Tax consultant to review the research and development expenses of the Company for the last three financial years, to ensure the maximum rebate is received under the Australian Government’s R&D Tax Incentive program. Immuron has recently resubmitted its FY2012 tax return and it is anticipated that a cash inflow in the order of $190k will be received in the coming weeks. Previously claimed returns for the FY2010 and FY2011 are also being reviewed as well as the current FY2013. It is anticipated that the Company will receive substantial cash inflows following this review process.
The total revenue and other income for the year was $454k, which is a reduction of $1.1 million from the previous year. The reduced revenue culminated in the termination of the Nycomed license and distribution agreement and also formalization of the Meda Consumer Health Care agreement being at its end. Following one time termination costs in respect of these agreement, the Company is now in a substantially better position principally with respect to its Travelan business in each of Ausrtalia and the United States. The direct to wholesaler sales strategy is already starting to pay dividend as the Company has almost achieved greater sales in the three months of FY2014, than it did for the entire FY2013. Revenues were lower this financial year compared to the company’s income in FY2012, on account of one-off licensing income that was received in FY 2012.
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Directors’ Report (continued…)
Across the Company, all areas of expenditure have been substantially reduced to ensure funds are preserved and expenditure is prudent. An increase in the amortisation expense, described in last year’s financial report, is due to the Company changing the useful life of its intangible assets to a finite life. This has no direct effect on cash flows as it is a non-cash expense.
Balance Sheet
At 30 June 2013 the Company’s cash position was $1.45 million (June 2012: $1.44 million). The Company had trade and other receivables of $15,438 (June 2012: $204,752). This receivables amount does not include any anticipated future receivables from the Australian Government under the R&D Tax Incentive program mentioned above. The Company had a convertible debenture note borrowing with a face value of CAD$1.5 million (2012: CAD$1 million) and at 30 June 2013 had cash reserves of $1.45 million.
Statement of Cash Flows
The net operating and investing cash outflows for the year were $2,052,607 (2012: $2,465,520) which included costs associated with the Company’s further development of its research and development programs.
During the financial year $179,615 was received from R&D tax incentives associated with eligible expenditure and activities. This amount does not include any amounts for resubmitted or eligible R&D tax incentive expenditures currently being reviewed from the prior financial years. The Company received Net cash inflows from financing activities of $2,055,391 (2012: $3,158,634).
Material Business Risks
Immuron operates in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors and has projects in both the commercial sales and development phases. Any investment in the biotechnology industry is considered high-risk. The Company is subject to normal business risks, including but not limited to interest rate movements, labour conditions, government policies, securities market conditions, exchange rate fluctuations, and a range of other factors which are outside the control of the Board and Management.
More specific material risks of the sector and the Company include, but are not limited to:
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Scientific, technical & clinical – product development requires a high level of scientific rigour, for which the outcomes cannot be known beforehand. Activities are experimental in nature so the risk of failure or delay is material. Key development activities, including clinical trials and product manufacture, are undertaken by specialist contract organisations; and there are risks in managing the quality and timelines of these activities.
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Regulatory – products and their testing, may not be approved by, or be delayed by regulatory bodies (such as in the case of Health Canada) whose approvals are necessary before products can be sold in market.
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Financial – the Company currently, and since inception, does not receive sufficient income to cover operating expenses. There is no certainty that additional capital funding may not be required in the future, and no assurance can be given that such funding will be available, if required.
Intellectual Property (IP) – commercial success requires the ability to develop, obtain and maintain commercially valuable patents, trade secrets and confidential information. Gaining and maintaining the IP across multiple countries; and preventing the infringement of the Company’s exclusive rights involves management of complex legal, scientific and factual issues. The Company must also operate without infringing upon the IP of others.
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Directors’ Report (continued…)
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Commercialisation – the Company relies, and intends to rely, upon corporate partners to market, and in some cases finalise development of its products, on its behalf. There are risks in establishing and maintaining these relationships, and with the manner in which partners execute on these collaborative agreements.
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Product acceptance & competiveness – a developed product may not be considered by key opinion leaders (eg. doctors), reimbursement authorities (eg. PBA-listing) or the end customer to be an effective alternative to products already on market, or new superior future products may be preferred.
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Product liability – a claim or product recall would significantly impact the Company. Insurance, at an acceptable cost, may not be available or be adequate to cover liability claims if a marketed product is found to be unsafe.
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Key personnel – the Company’s success and achievements against timelines depend on key members of its highly qualified, specialised and experienced management and scientific teams. The ability to retain and attract such personnel is important.
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Grant and R&D incentives – the Company may undertake R&D activities under competitive grants and be part-funded by other incentive programs (eg R&D tax credits). There is no certainty that grants or incentive programs will continue to be available to the Company, and changes in government policy may reduce their applicability.
In accordance with good business practice in the pharmaceutical industry the company’s management actively and routinely employs a variety of risk management strategies. These are broadly described in the Corporate Governance Statement.
Biotechnology Companies – Inherent Risks
Some of the risks inherent in the development of a pharmaceutical product to a marketable stage include the uncertainty of patent protection and proprietary rights, whether patent applications and issued patents will offer adequate protection to enable product development or may infringe intellectual property rights of other parties, the obtaining of the necessary drug regulatory authority approvals and difficulties caused by the rapid advancements in technology. Also a particular compound may fail the clinical development process through lack of efficacy or safety. Companies such as Immuron Limited are dependent on the success of their R&D projects and on the ability to attract funding to support these activities. Investment in research and development projects cannot be assessed on the same fundamentals as trading and manufacturing enterprises. Thus investment in these areas must be regarded as speculative, taking into account these considerations.
This Report may contain forward-looking statements regarding the potential of the Company’s projects and interests and the development of the Company’s projects and interests and the development and therapeutic potential of the Company’s research and development projects. Any statement describing a goal, expectation, intention or belief of the Company is a forward-looking statement and should be considered an at-risk statement. Such statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, particularly those inherent in the process of discovering, developing and commercialising drugs that are safe and effective for use as human therapeutics and the financing of such activities. There is no guarantee that the Company’s research and development projects will be successful or receive regulatory approvals or prove to be commercially successful in the future. Actual results of further R&D could differ from those projected or detailed in this report.
As a result, you are cautioned not to rely on forward-looking statements. Consideration should be given to these and other risks concerning the Company’s research and development program referred to in this Directors’ Report and in the Company’s ‘Operations Report’ as contained in this Financial Report for the period ended 30 June 2013.
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Directors’ Report (continued…)
Environmental Regulation and Performance
The Company is involved in pharmaceutical research and development, much of which is contracted out to third parties, and it is the Director’s understanding that these activities do not create any significant/material environmental impact. To the best of the Company's knowledge, the scientific research activities undertaken by, or on behalf of, the Company are in full compliance with all prescribed environmental regulations.
Meetings of Directors
During the financial year, 15 meetings of Directors (including committees of Directors) were held. Attendances by each Director during the year were as follows:
| Board Meetings | Committee Meetings | Committee Meetings | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audit and Risk | Remuneration | ||
| No. eligible to attend No. attended |
No. eligible to attend No. attended |
No. eligible to attend No. attended |
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| Dr Roger Aston Dr Elane Zelcer Mr Daniel Pollock Mr Stephen Anastasiou Prof Colin Chapman Mr Joseph Baini Dr Stewart Washer |
12 12 12 11 8 8 1 1 3 3 8 8 12 11 |
2 2 2 2 - - - - 1 1 - - - - |
1 1 1 1 - - - - - - - - - - |
As at the date of this report the Company had an Audit Committee and Remuneration Committee, with membership of the committees as follows:
| Audit and Risk Committee | Remuneration Committee | |
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| Chairman | Dr Roger Aston | Dr Roger Aston |
| Members | Mr Daniel Pollock | Mr Daniel Pollock |
Indemnification and Insurance of Directors and other Officers
Under the Company's constitution:
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(a) To the extent permitted by law and subject to the restrictions in section 199A and 199B of the Corporations Act 2001, the Company indemnifies every person who is or has been an officer of the Company against any liability (other than for legal costs) incurred by that person as an officer of the Company where the Company requested the officer to accept appointment as Director.
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(b) To the extent permitted by law and subject to the restrictions in sections 199A and 199B of the Corporations Act 2001, the Company indemnifies every person who is or has been an officer of the Company against reasonable legal costs incurred in defending an action for a liability incurred by that person as an officer of the Company.
The Company has insured its Directors, the Company Secretaries and executive officers for the financial year ended 30 June 2013. Under the Company's Directors' and Officers' Liability Insurance Policy, the Company cannot release to any third party or otherwise publish details of the nature of the liabilities insured by the policy or the amount of the premium. Accordingly, the Company relies on section 300(9) of the Corporations Act 2001 to exempt it from the requirement to disclose the nature of the liability insured against and the premium amount of the relevant policy.
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Directors’ Report (continued…)
The Company also has in place a Deed of Indemnity, Access and Insurance with each of the Directors. This Deed:
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(i) indemnifies the Director to the extent permitted by law and the Constitution against certain liabilities and legal costs incurred by the Director as an officer of any Group Company;
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(ii) requires the Company to maintain, and pay the premium for, a D&O Policy in respect of the Director; and
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(iii) provides the Director with access to particular papers and documents requested by the Director for a Permitted Purpose;
both during the time that the Director holds office and for a seven year period after the Director ceases to be an officer of any Group Company, on the terms and conditions contained in the Deed.
Share Options on Issue as at the Date of this Report
The unissued ordinary shares of Immuron Limited under option as at the date of this report were:
| Class | ASX Code | Date of Expiry | Exercise Price | No. Under Option |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Listed Options | IMCO | 15 December 2013 | $0.1200 | 2,752,230 |
| Listed Options | IMCOA | 30 April 2015 | $0.0400 | 116,024,381 |
| Unlisted Options | IMCSO | 30 June 2014 | $0.0700 | 4,000,000 |
| Unlisted Options | IMCSO1 | 30 June 2015 | $0.0400 | 3,000,000 |
| Unlisted Options | IMCSO2 | 1 November 2017 | $0.0400 | 7,000,000 |
| Unlisted Options | IMCRM1 | 30 November 2021 | $0.0497 | 579,736 |
| Unlisted Options | IMCRM2 | 17 January2022 | $0.0480 | 1,186,729 |
| Unlisted Options | IMCAI | 31 March 2016 | $0.0100 | 155,317,501 |
Shares Issued as a Result of the Exercise of Options
During the year ended 30 June 2013, and through to the date of this report, no ordinary shares of Immuron Limited were issued on the exercise of options.
Proceedings on Behalf of the Company
No person has applied to the Court under section 237 of the Corporations Act 2001 for leave to bring proceedings on behalf of the Company, or to intervene in any proceedings to which the Company is a party, for the purpose of taking responsibility on behalf of the Company for all or part of those proceedings.
No proceedings have been brought or intervened in on behalf of the Company with leave of the Court under section 237 of the Corporations Act 2001.
Non-Audit Services
The Company’s Auditors PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), did not provide any non-audit services during the 2013 financial year.
Auditor’s Independence Declaration
The Auditors Independence Declaration as required under section 307C of the Corporations Act 2001 for the year ended 30 June 2013 has been received and can be found in the ‘Auditor’s Independence Declaration’ section of this Annual Report.
Corporate Governance
In recognising the need for the highest standards of corporate behaviour and accountability, the Directors of Immuron support and adhere to good corporate governance practices. The Company's Corporate Governance Statement is contained in the ‘Corporate Governance Statement’ section of this Annual Report.
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Directors’ Report (continued…)
Remuneration Report (Audited)
This Remuneration Report outlines the Director and Executive remuneration arrangements of the Company as required by the Corporations Act 2001 and its Regulations.
This report details the nature and amount of remuneration of each Director of Immuron Limited and all other Key Management Personnel.
For the purposes of this report, Key Management Personnel (KMP) are defined as those persons having authority and responsibility for planning, directing and controlling the major activities of the Company, directly or indirectly, including any Director (whether Executive or otherwise) of the Company. The Key Management Personnel disclosed below are, or were, among the Company’s highest paid executives.
For the purposes of this report, the term 'executive' encompasses the chief executive, senior executives, and secretaries of the Company.
This report details the nature and amount of remuneration for each Director of Immuron Limited, and for the other Key Management Personnel.
The Directors of Immuron Limited during the year were:
Dr Roger Aston Independent Non-Executive Chairman Mr Daniel Pollock[1] Independent Non-Executive Director Mr Stephen Anastasiou[1] Non-Executive Director Prof Colin Chapman[2] Independent Non-Executive Director Mr Joesph Baini[2 ] Executive Director Dr Stewart Washer[2 ] Independent Non-Executive Director Dr Elane Zelcer[2] Independent Non-Executive Director
1 These Directors were appointed during the 2013 financial year on the dates disclosed earlier in this Directors Report.
2
These Directors resigned during or after the 2013 financial year on the dates disclosed earlier in this Directors Report.
The other Key Management Personnel of Immuron Limited during the year were:
Mr Joesph Baini[1] Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Mr Amos Meltzer[2 ] Interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO) & Business Development Director Mr Graeme Stevens Company Secretary and Chief Financial Officer
1 Mr Joesph Baini resigned from his position of CEO on 28 February 2013.
2 Mr Amos Meltzer was appoint to the position of Interim CEO on 1 March 2013.
Section A: Principles used to determine the nature and amount of Remuneration
Remuneration Policy
The Remuneration Policy ensures that Directors and Senior Management are appropriately remunerated having regard to their relevant experience, their performance, the performance of the Company, industry norms/standards and the general pay environment as appropriate. The Remuneration Policy has been established to enable the Company to attract, motivate and retain suitably qualified Directors and Senior Management who will create value for shareholders.
Remuneration Policy versus Company Performance
The Company's Remuneration Policy is not directly based on the Company's earnings. The Company's earnings have remained negative since inception due to the nature of the Company. Shareholder wealth reflects this speculative and volatile market sector. No dividends have ever been declared by the Company. The Company continues to focus on the research and development of its intellectual property portfolio with the objective of achieving key development and commercial milestones in order to add further Shareholder value.
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Directors’ Report (continued…)
The Company’s performance over the previous five financial years is as follows:
| Net Loss financial year | 2013 | $3,539,117 |
|---|---|---|
| Net Loss financial year | 2012 | $2,297,520 |
| Net Loss financial year | 2011 | $2,595,179 |
| Net Loss financial year | 2010 | $1,902,425 |
| Net Loss financial year | 2009 | $2,317,817 |
Remuneration Committee
The Remuneration Committee of the Board of Directors of Immuron Limited is responsible for overseeing the Remuneration Policy of the Company and for recommending or making such changes to the policy as it deems appropriate.
Non-Executive Director Remuneration
Objective
The Remuneration Policy ensures that Non-Executive Directors are appropriately remunerated having regard to their relevant experience, individual performance, the performance of the Company, industry norms/standards and the general pay environment as appropriate.
Structure
The Company's Constitution and the ASX Listing Rules specify that the aggregate remuneration of NonExecutive Directors shall be determined from time to time by a Meeting of Shareholders. An amount (not exceeding the amount approved at the Shareholders Meeting) is determined by the Board and then divided between the Non-Executive Directors as agreed. The latest determination was at the Shareholders Meeting held on 8 November 2005 when shareholders approved the aggregate maximum sum to be paid or provided as remuneration to the Directors as a whole (other than the Managing Director and Executive Directors) for their services as $350,000 per annum.
In the year ended 30 June 2013, the Non-Executive Directors were remunerated in aggregate $208,465 per annum, including superannuation.
The manner in which the aggregate remuneration is apportioned amongst Non-Executive Directors is reviewed periodically.
The Board is responsible for reviewing its own performance. Board, and Board committee performance, is monitored on an informal basis throughout the year with a formal review conducted during the financial year.
No retirement benefits are payable other than statutory superannuation, if applicable.
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Executive Director and Executive Officer Remuneration
Objective
The Remuneration Policy ensures that Executive Directors are appropriately remunerated having regard to their relevant experience, individual performance, the performance of the Company, industry norms/standards and the general pay environment as appropriate.
Structure
The Non-Executive Directors are responsible for evaluating the performance of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) who in turn evaluates the performance of the other Senior Executives. The evaluation process is intended to assess the Company's business performance, whether long-term strategic objectives are being achieved and the achievement of individual performance objectives.
The performance of the CEO and Senior Executives are monitored on an informal basis throughout the year and a formal evaluation is performed annually.
Fixed Remuneration
Executives' fixed remuneration comprises salary and superannuation and is reviewed annually by the CEO, and in turn, the Remuneration Committee. This review takes into account the Executives' experience, performance in achieving agreed objectives and market factors as appropriate.
Variable Remuneration – Short Term Incentive Scheme
All Executives are entitled to participate in the Employee Short Term Incentive Scheme which provides for executive employees to receive a combination of short term incentive (STI) and long term incentive (LTI)’s as part of their total remuneration if they achieve certain performance indicators as set by the Board. The STI can be paid either by cash, or a combination of cash and the issue of equity in the Company, at the determination of the Board and Remuneration Committee.
The Remuneration Committee approves the issue of bonuses following the recommendations of the CEO in their review of the performance of the Executives and the Company as a whole against agreed Key Result Areas (KRA's).
The Board approves Corporate KRA's on an annual basis. Personal KRA's are developed for each Executive.
Variable Remuneration – Long Term Incentive Scheme
Executives may also be provided with longer-term incentives through the Company's Executive Share Option Plan (ESOP), that was approved by shareholders at the General Meeting held on 5 September 2011. The aim of the ESOP is to allow the Executives to participate in, and benefit from, the growth of the Company as a result of their efforts and to assist in motivating and retaining those key employees over the long term. Continued service is the condition attached to the vesting of the options. The Board at its discretion determines the total number of options granted to each Executive.
Voting and Comments Made at the Company’s 2012 Annual General Meeting
The Company received 95.42% of the “yes” votes on its remuneration report for the 2012 financial year. There were no specific comments raised at the Annual General Meeting or throughout the year on its remuneration practices.
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Directors’ Report (continued…)
Section B: Details of Remuneration
Details of Remuneration for the year ended 30 June 2013
The remuneration for each Director and each of the other Key Management Personnel of the Company during the year ended 30 June 2013 was as follows:
| 30 June 2013 | Short-term Employment Benefits | Short-term Employment Benefits | Post-Employment Benefits | Share-based Payments | Total $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cash salary and fees $ |
Non-monetary benefits $ |
Superannuation Contribution $ |
Shares/Options $ |
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| - - 5,833 * - - - - |
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| Directors |
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| Dr Roger Aston |
58,125 | - | 5,231 | 63,356 | |
| Mr Daniel Pollock 2 |
32,500 | - | 2,926 | 35,426 | |
| Mr Stephen Anastasiou 2, 3 |
- | - | - | 5,833 | |
| Prof. Colin Chapman 1 |
15,625 | - | 1,406 | 17,031 | |
| Mr. Joseph Baini 1 |
192,000 | - | - | 192,000 | |
| Dr Stewart Washer 1 |
40,000 | - | 3,600 | 43,600 | |
| Dr Elane Zelcer 1 |
45,000 | - | 4,052 | 49,052 | |
| 383,250 | - | 17,214 | 5,833 | 406,298 | |
| 25,534 10,557 |
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| Other Key Management Personnel | |||||
| Mr Amos Meltzer | 228,000 | - | - | 253,534 | |
| Mr Graeme Stevens | 106,305 | - | - | 116,862 | |
| 334,305 | - | - | 36,091 | 370,396 | |
| 717,555 | - | 17,214 | 41,924 | 776,694 |
1 These Directors resigned during or after the 2013 financial year on the dates disclosed earlier in this Directors Report.
2 These Directors were appointed during the 2013 financial year on the dates disclosed earlier in this Directors Report.
3 This Director is not remunerated for being a Director, but a related entity of this Director, Grandlodge Pty Ltd, is remunerated for business services provided to Immuron.
- These securities are yet to be issued as they are subject to shareholder approval which will be sought at the Company’s Annual General Meeting in November 2013.
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Details of Remuneration for the year ended 30 June 2012
The remuneration for each Director and each of the other Key Management Personnel of the Company during the year ended 30 June 2012 was as follows:
| 30 June 2012 | Short-term Employment Benefits | Short-term Employment Benefits | Post-Employment Benefits | Share-based Payments | Share-based Payments | Total $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cash salary and fees $ |
Non-monetary benefits $ |
Superannuation Contribution $ |
Shares/Options $ |
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| Directors | ||||||
| Prof. Colin Chapman | 62,500 | - | 5,625 | - | 68,125 | |
| Prof. Roy Robins-Browne 1 |
23,333 | - | 2,100 | - | 25,433 | |
| Mr Simon Sallka 1 |
26,250 | - | 2,363 | - | 28,613 | |
| Dr Elane Zelcer |
45,000 | - | 4,050 | - | 49,050 | |
| Dr Strewart Washer 2 |
16,667 | - | 1,500 | - | 18,167 | |
| Mr Joseph Baini 2 |
313,400 | - | 21,447 | 334,847 | ||
| Dr Roger Aston 2 |
3,864 | - | 348 | - | 4,212 | |
| 491,014 | - | 15,986 | 21,447 | 528,447 | ||
| 15,500 4,440 4,440 |
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| Other Key Management Personnel | ||||||
| Mr Amos Meltzer |
230,800 | - | - | 246,300 | ||
| Dr Grant Rawlin |
102,900 | - | - | 107,340 | ||
| Mr Graeme Stevens |
138,925 | - | - | 143,365 | ||
| 472,625 | - | - | 24,380 | 497,005 | ||
| 963,639 | - | 15,986 | 45,827 | 1,025,452 |
1 These Directors resigned during or after the 2012 financial year on the dates disclosed earlier in this Directors Report.
2 These Directors were appointed during the 2012 financial year on the dates disclosed earlier in this Directors Report.
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Directors’ Report (continued…)
Share Based Payments
Shares and options may be issued or granted to key management personnel under the various share based compensation plans as set out in section D of this report.
Details of shares and options provided as part of the total remuneration paid to key management personnel are set out below. When exercisable, each option is convertible into one ordinary fully paid share of Immuron Limited.
No shares were granted to Directors in relation to remuneration during the 2013 or 2012 financial years.
Performance based Remuneration for the year ended 30 June 2013:
| Shares Issued | Shares | Shares Issued | Share Option | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| in Lieu of Cash | Issued | in Lieu of Cash | Expense | |||
| Payment for | Under ESOP | Bonus | ||||
| 30 June 2013 | Salary/Fees | Payment | Total | |||
| $ | $ | $ | $ | $ | ||
| Mr Amos Meltzer | - | - | - | 25,534 | 25,534 |
|
| Mr Graeme Stevens | - | - | - | 10,557 | 10,557 |
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| - | - | - | 36,091 | 36,091 |
Performance based Remuneration for the year ended 30 June 2012:
| Shares Issued | Shares | Shares Issued | Share Option | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| in Lieu of Cash | Issued | in Lieu of Cash | Expense | |||
| Payment for | Under ESOP | Bonus | ||||
| 30 June 2012 | Salary/Fees | Payment | Total | |||
| $ | $ | $ | $ | $ | ||
| Mr Joseph Baini | - | - | - | 21,447 | 21,447 | |
| Mr Amos Meltzer | - | - | - | 15,500 | 15,500 | |
| Dr Grant Rawlin | - | - | - | 4,440 | 4,440 | |
| Mr Graeme Stevens | - | - | - | 4,440 | 4,440 | |
| - | - | - | 45,827 | 45,827 |
Additional Information in Respect of Options
No options were granted to Directors in relation to remuneration during the 2013 or 2012 financial years.
The relative proportions of remuneration that are linked to performance and those that are fixed are as follows:
| Fixed Remuneration | At Risk - STI | At Risk - LTI | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 2012 |
2013 2012 |
2013 2012 |
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| Other Key Management Personnel Mr. Joseph Baini Mr Amos Meltzer Dr Grant Rawlin |
- 79% 90% 94% - 96% |
- 15% 9% - - - |
- 6% 1% 6% - 4% 1% 3% |
|
| Mr Graeme Stevens | 91% 97% |
8% - |
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Directors’ Report (continued…)
Section C: Share-based Compensation
(i) Shares
(a) Employee Share Plan
All permanent employees (excluding Executive Directors) who have been continuously employed by the Company for a period of at least one year are eligible to participate in the Plan. Employees may elect not to participate in the Plan.
Under the Plan, eligible employees may be granted up to $1,000 worth of fully paid ordinary shares in Immuron Limited annually for no cash consideration. The market value of the shares issued under the scheme, measured as the weighted average price at which the Company’s shares are traded on the Australian Stock Exchange during the week leading up to and including the date of grant, is recognised as part of employee benefit costs in the period the shares are granted.
Offers under the Plan are at the discretion of the Company. Shares issued under the scheme may not be sold until the earlier of three years after issue or cessation of employment with the Company. In all other respects the shares rank equally with other fully-paid ordinary shares on issue.
The number of shares issued to participants in the Plan is the offer amount divided by the weighted average price at which the Company’s shares are traded on the Australian Stock Exchange during the week up to and including the date of grant.
No shares were issued under this plan in the 2013 financial year (2012: Nil).
(b) Executive Officer Share Plan
At the 2007 annual general meeting the members agreed to the establishment of the Immuron Limited Executive Officer Share Plan (Plan). The Plan may involve the Company providing financial assistance for the purchase of its own shares in that no eligible employees are required to pay application monies for the shares issued.
Shares issued under this Plan are held in the name of a trustee on behalf of the eligible employees. A wholly owned subsidiary company was incorporated on 2 January 2008 for the sole purpose to act as the trustee under the Plan.
A brief summary of the Plan is as follows:
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The Plan is available to all senior employees and Directors, both executive and non-executive, of Immuron Limited.
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Eligible employees will be offered ordinary shares in the Company to be subscribed for, or acquired by the trustee on behalf of the employee. Shares held by the trustee for employees will be restricted shares in that the shares will not be transferred into the name of the employee until the earlier of, 10 years from date of issue, or the employee terminates their employment with the Company.
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The shares issued under the Plan will rank equally with all other ordinary shares in the Company and are entitled to receive dividends and vote at general meetings of members.
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No application monies are payable for shares issued under the Plan, unless the Board determine otherwise.
No shares were issued under this Plan in the 2013 financial year (2012: Nil).
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Directors’ Report (continued…)
(c) Executive Share Option Plan (ESOP)
At the a General Meeting of shareholders held on 5 September 2011 shareholders approved the rules of the ESOP and authorised Directors to issue options at their discretion in accordance with the rules from time to time. Under the rules of the ESOP the Board may offer options to key management staff and consultants and in special circumstances may provide financial assistance to an entitled option holder to assist in the exercise of the ESOP options.
The aggregate number of shares that may be issued upon the exercise of the ESOP options, together with all other share purchase plans for eligible persons, shall not at any time exceed 5% of the total number of the Company’s ordinary shares on issue.
During the year options were issued under the rules of the ESOP to the following key management personnel:
| Number of options granted during the year Total Value of options at grant date Number of options vested during the year Number of options lapsed during the year |
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|---|---|
| No. $ No. No. |
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| Other Key Management Personnel Mr Amos Meltzer 2,500,000 17,427 625,000 - 2,000,000 13,989 2,000,000 Mr Graeme Stevens* 2,000,000 13,941 500,000 - 500,000 3,497 500,000 |
- Mr Graeme Stevens resigned from his employment at Immuron Limited on 19 April 2013, and accordingly, in August 2013, the Board resolved to cancel the remaining 1 million unvested options he held.
The terms of the above options were:
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The options were issued on 1 November 2012.
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One quarter of these options vested immediately upon being issued.
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The options then vest quarterly on the 1 July 2013, 1 July 2014, 1 July 2015.
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The options expire on 1 November 2017 and once vested, can be exercised at any date prior to their expiry date.
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The exercise price for each option is $0.04 (four cents)
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At the discretion of the Board, should the employee leave their employment with the Company, any unvested options will lapse.
(d) Executive Share Option Plan (ESOP)
The terms and conditions of each grant of options affecting remuneration in the current or future reporting period are as follows:
| Grant date | Vesting date | Expiry date | Exercise | Value per | Performance | % Vested |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| price | option at | achieved | ||||
| grant date | ||||||
| 19 December 2011 | 19 December 2011 | 30 June 2014 | $0.070 | $0.0134 | 100% | 100% |
| 19 December 2011 | 28 June 2012 | 30 June 2014 | $0.070 | $0.0021 | 100% | 100% |
| 18 July 2012 | immediately | 30 June 2015 | $0.040 | $0.007 | N/A | 100% |
| 1 November 2012 | 25% - 1 Nov 2012 | 1 Nov 2017 | $0.040 | $0.007 | N/A | 100% |
| 1 November 2012 | 25% - 1 July 2013 | 1 Nov 2017 | $0.040 | $0.007 | N/A | 0% |
| 1 November 2012 | 25% - 1 July 2014 | 1 Nov 2017 | $0.040 | $0.007 | N/A | 0% |
| 1 November 2012 | 25% - 1 July 2015 | 1 Nov 2017 | $0.040 | $0.007 | N/A | 0% |
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Directors’ Report (continued…)
The assessed fair value of options granted to personnel at their grant date is allocated equally over the period from grant date to vesting date, and the amount for the 2013 financial year is included in the remuneration table as set out in section B above. Fair values at grant date are determined using the BlackScholes option pricing model that takes into account the exercise price, the term of the option, the impact of dilution, the share price at grant date and expected price volatility of the underlying share, the expected dividend yield and the risk-free interest rate for the term of the option. The expected price volatility is based on the historic volatility (based on the remaining life of the options), adjusted for any expected changes to future volatility due to publically available information.
All options when granted are granted for no consideration.
Section D: Employment Contracts of Key Management Personnel
At the date of this report, the employment conditions of the Interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Mr Amos Meltzer and other Key Management Personnel were formalised in contracts of employment. Mr Meltzer is employed under a contract, which commenced on 1 July 2013.
The employment contract of Mr Meltzer stipulates a termination period of one to two months. Any options not vested before ceasing employment may lapse in accordance with the Company's Executive Share Option Plan (ESOP).
Immuron Limited has a contract with The CFO Solution, a specialist public practice, focusing on providing back office support, financial reporting and compliance systems for listed public companies. Through this contact the services of Mr Phillip Hains and Mr Peter Vaughan are provided. The contract commenced on 1 April 2013 and can be terminated with three months’ notice of either party.
Section E: Additional Information
Loans to Directors and Executives
No loans have been made to any Director, or any of their related entities, or any executive during the 2013 financial year (2012: $Nil).
This report is made in accordance with a resolution of Directors.
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Dr Roger Aston Independent Non-Executive Chairman
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Mr Amos Meltzer Interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Dated: This the 27[th] Day of September 2013
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Cor orate Governance Statement p
The Board of Directors of Immuron Limited ("the Company") is responsible for the corporate governance of the Company and guides and monitors the business and affairs of the Company on behalf of its shareholders.
The format of the Corporate Governance Statement is based on the Australian Stock Exchange Corporate Governance Council's ("the Council") "Corporate Governance Principles and Recommendations". In accordance with the Council's recommendations, the Corporate Governance Statement must contain certain specific information and must disclose the extent to which the Company has followed the guidelines during the period.
Where a recommendation has not been followed, that fact must be disclosed, together will the reasons for the departure. Immuron's Corporate Governance Statement is structured with reference to the Council's principles and recommendations, which are as follows:
| Principle | 1 | Lay solid foundations for management and oversight |
|---|---|---|
| Principle | 2 | Structure the board to add value |
| Principle | 3 | Promote ethical and responsible decision making |
| Principle | 4 | Safeguard integrity in financial reporting |
| Principle | 5 | Make timely and balanced disclosure |
| Principle | 6 | Respect the rights of shareholders |
| Principle | 7 | Recognise and manage risk |
| Principle | 8 | Remunerate fairly and responsibly |
Immuron's corporate governance practices were in place throughout the year ended 30 June 2012 and were, in the Company’s assessment, fully compliant with the Council's recommendations with the exception of one recommendation, the establishment of a nomination committee. The reason for this departure from the recommendation is explained in the following section of this statement 'Structure of the Board'.
For further information on the corporate governance policies adopted by Immuron Limited, please refer to its website: www.immuron.com.
Principle 1: Lay solid foundations for management and oversight.
Role of the Board.
The primary role of the Board is to provide effective governance over the Company's affairs to ensure the interests of the shareholders are protected and the confidence of the investing market is maintained whilst having regard for the interests of all the stakeholders.
This role is exercised by the Board, as whole, and each Director exercising diligent attention to the affairs of the Company.
In particular the Board is responsible for:
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1) Setting the Company's values and standards of conduct and ensuring that these are adhered to
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2) Providing strategic direction and approving corporate strategic initiatives;
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3) Oversight of the Company, including its control and accountability systems;
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4) Appointing and removing the Chief Executive Office;
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5) Reviewing and ratifying systems of risk management and internal compliance and controls, codes of conduct and legal compliance;
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Corporate Governance (continued…)
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6) Monitoring senior management performance and ensuring appropriate resources are available;
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7) Approving and monitoring the progress of major capital expenditure, capital management and acquisitions and divestitures;
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8) Approving and monitoring financial and other reporting to shareholders and regulatory authorities.
To ensure that all new Board members understand what is expected of them, in addition to their obligations under the Corporation Law, the Company provides them with a document setting out the key terms and conditions relating to their appointment.
Role of Management.
Through the Chief Executive Officer, management is responsible to the Board for the:
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1) Development and implementation of agreed corporate strategy and performance objectives;
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2) Undertaking the day to day activities of the Company;
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3) Identifying all matters to be included in a risk profile of the Company and ensuring that effective risk management systems are implemented and adhered to;
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4) Observing the code of conduct;
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5) Ensuring that the Board is fully informed of all matters which may have a material impact on the ability of the Company to meet its obligations.
Principle 2: Structure the Board to add value.
Board Composition.
The Board determines its size and composition, subject to the limits imposed by the Company's Constitution, which requires a minimum of three and a maximum of ten. Currently there are three (3) Directors.
The current Board comprises of three (3) Non-Executive Directors. Two of the Non-Executives are independent Directors who act independent of management and free of any business or other relationship that could materially interfere with the exercise of their unfettered and independent judgment.
Notwithstanding this, the Board recognises that in a small, specialised industry such as biotechnology, it is very desirable that board members have some industry background and therefore may not be completely independent. However, all Non-Executive directors are considered to be independent.
The skills, experience and expertise of each Director is set out in the attached Directors’ Report.
The Board collectively and each Director individually may take, at the expense of the Company, such independent professional advice as is considered necessary to fulfil their relevant duties and responsibilities.
Board Committees
The Board operated one committee during the year to assist in the execution of its duties and to allow detailed consideration of complex issues. That committee was the Audit and Risks Committee.
The Audit and Risks Committee consists of the following Non-Executive Directors:
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Dr Daniel Pollock (Chairperson)
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Dr Roger Aston
Details of the above Directors qualifications and attendance at audit committee meetings are set out in the earlier in the Directors Report.
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Corporate Governance (continued…)
The Audit and Risks Committee operates in accordance with a charter established by the Board in February 2011.
The main responsibilities of the Committee are to:
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Determine the adequacy of the Company’s administrative, operating and accounting controls and policies including;
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Systems of internal control and management of risks, including the risks associated with the Company’s production and R & D projects;
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The Company’s process for monitoring compliance with laws and regulations and its own code of business conduct.
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Oversee and appraise the quality of the audits conducted by the Company’s external auditors;
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Maintain open lines of communication among the Board, management and external auditors to exchange views and information, as well as confirm their respective authority and responsibilities;
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Serve as an objective party to review the financial information presented by management to the Board, shareholders and regulators; and
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Report to the Board on matters relevant to the Committee’s role and responsibilities.
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In fulfilling its responsibilities, the Committee:
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Receives regular reports from management;
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Meets with the external auditors at least twice a year and reviews any significant disagreements between the auditors and management irrespective of whether they have been resolved;
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Review of the audit plan with the external auditors and evaluates the effectiveness of the external audit;
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Reviews the process the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer have in place to support their certifications to the Board.
The Committee has the authority, within the scope of its responsibilities, to seek and request any information it requires from any employee or external party.
The Company does not have separate committees covering nomination or remuneration matters as the tasks normally performed by these committees are carried out by the full Board. The Board believes that due to the size of the Company and its present stage of development, these functions are best handled by the Independent Non-Executive Directors Board. The Board will formally establish other committees, either permanent or ad hoc, as required by the Company's future development.
In addition, and for the reasons mentioned, the Board does not currently have a formal policy on selecting new Directors.
Principle 3: Promote ethical and responsible decision making.
The Company has adopted the Australian National Health and Medical Research Council guidelines on ethical research practices.
Code of Conduct
Immuron is guided in all its activities by respect for all its stakeholders including employees, shareholders, contractors, customers and suppliers.
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Corporate Governance (continued…)
The Board has articulated the Company's requirements for standards of conduct, from Directors and senior management, based on the following principles;
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Directors are subject to re-election every three years;
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The Chairman must be independent;
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Conflict of interest must be avoided wherever possible. If, for any reason, a potential conflict arises, the Director/employee must declare the conflict and absent themselves from all discussions and decisions on the relevant matter;
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Employees, consultants and Directors must respect the confidentiality of the Company's assets, including intellectual property, both during and after employment;
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The Company will comply with all relevant legislation and regulation;
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The Company will deal fairly with all its stakeholders;
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The Company will promote a culture of ethical behaviour, encouraging openness amongst employees, Directors and contractors.
Trading in Company Securities.
The Company reaffirmed its policy and procedures on securities trading in an announcement to the Australian Stock Exchange (ASX) on 29 December 2010.
Briefly the policy states that in respect of any designated officer, either directly or indirectly, is not to deal in the Company’s securities at any time:
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When a designated officer is in possession of inside information; or
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Where the dealing is for short-term or speculative gain; or
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Within a period commencing 72 hours prior to and 72 hours after any announcement; or
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Within a period commencing 72 hours prior to and 72 hours after the announcement of the half year and annual financial results.
A designated officer includes Directors, key management employees, consultants, and their associates, and is not to communicate inside information or cause that information to be communicated to another person, or deal in securities of outside companies about which they may obtain inside information by virtue of their position at Immuron.
Each Director has entered into an agreement with the Company to provide information to allow the Company to notify the ASX of any share transaction within five business days.
The Audit and Risks Committee will periodically review the compliance with this policy and report any departures to the Board.
Diversity Policy
The Company is committed to increasing diversity amongst its employees, and not just in the area of gender diversity. Our workforce is employed based on the right person for the job regardless of their gender, age, nationality, race, religious beliefs, cultural background, sexuality or physical ability or appearance.
Executive and Board positions are filled by the best candidates available without discrimination. The Company is committed to increasing gender diversity within these positions when appropriate appointments become available. The Company is also committed to indentifying suitable persons within the organisation, and where appropriate opportunities exist, advance diversity to support the promotion of talented employees into management positions.
The Company has not set any gender specific diversity objectives as it believes that multicultural diversity is as equally important within its organisation.
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Corporate Governance (continued…)
The following table demonstrates the Company’s gender diversity as at the date of this report:
| Number of Males | Number of Females | |
|---|---|---|
| Directors | 3 | - |
| Key Management Personnel | 1 | - |
| Other Company Employees/Consultants | 2 | 2 |
Principle 4: Safeguard integrity in financial reporting.
The Board regularly reviews the monthly financial reports and through the Audit and Risks Committee requires the Chief Executive Officer and the Chief Financial Officer, or other appropriate persons responsible for the management of the Company and financial matters, to provide written assurances in respect to the accuracy and compliance of the annual and half yearly published financial statements.
The auditor provides a certificate to the Company confirming their independence. Rotation of the auditor has proceeded as required by Law or Regulation. The Company currently has no intention of replacing the existing auditors; however should this arise it will make a selection following a competitive process. Non audit work is arranged based on cost and the needs of the Company.
Principle 5: Making timely and balanced disclosure.
As Immuron’s shares are traded on the ASX the Company is very conscious that it has an obligation to ensure that the market is both fully and accurately informed about material matters by timely and balanced disclosure.
The Company Secretary has been nominated as the person responsible for communicating with the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX). This role includes responsibility for ensuring compliance with the continuous disclosure requirement in the ASX Listing Rules and overseeing and co-ordinating information disclosure to the ASX, analysts, brokers, shareholders, the media and the public.
The information disclosed will be factual and presented in a clear and balanced way. The Company has prepared and issued to all senior staff a written policy document on this matter and requires strict adherence to this policy.
Principle 6: Respect the rights of shareholders.
The Company is committed to respecting the rights of shareholders and facilitating the effective exercise of those rights.
This is achieved by;
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Effective and regular communications;
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Providing access to timely, balanced and understandable information about the Company and its current and future direction; and
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Facilitating easy participation at general meetings.
The Company's external auditor attends each annual general meeting and is available to answer any questions with regard to the conduct of the audit and their report.
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Corporate Governance (continued…)
Principle 7: Recognise and managing risk.
In addition to the usual business risks, the particular risks associated with the Company's activities are:
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Long lead times and high costs associated with biotech research, development and commercialisation;
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The low success rate of biotech research in Australia;
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Stringent health regulations which are subject to regular change;
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The high level of funding required over a long period of time;
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Securing and protecting the Company’s intellectual property.
The Chief Executive Officer and the Chief Financial Officer have provided a statement to the Board that, in addition to the requirements of section 295A of the Corporations Act, the financial and other statements are founded on a sound system of risk management, internal compliance and controls and in so far that it relates to financial risk the procedures are operating effectively in all material aspects.
The Company also manages ongoing risk through the Audit and Risks Committee. The functions and responsibilities of that Committee are outlined earlier in this section of the report.
Due to the size of the Company, there is no internal audit function.
Principle 8: Remunerate fairly and responsibly.
The Board notes the Corporate Governance Council recognises that, for small companies, the efficiencies expected to flow from a formal committee structure may not be apparent. The Board agrees with this view.
The full Board will exercise these responsibilities and set the policies for remuneration of non- executive and executive Directors and senior management so as to comply with the Corporation Act, accounting standards and the ASX Listing Rules.
Remuneration for Executive Directors and staff is determined by reference to market rates.
From time to time employees and consultants are offered shares and options under plans previously agreed by shareholders.
In a Company at this stage of its development, the only meaningful performance target is the share price and the exercise price for such options which are set well in advance of the price at which the shares are trading at the time of issue and, for Executives, usually have a vesting period of up to three years.
As the number of options on issue at any one time is low and the price and exercise periods differ, the Board considers that the exercise of such options will have little or no effect on the Company's share price or Earnings per Share.
In setting remuneration for non-executive Directors, the Board will use the following principles;
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Non-Executive Directors shall be paid fees and superannuation plus supplements for committee work within the aggregate amount set by shareholders in general meeting (last set in 2005 at $350,000 for cash remuneration);
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Non-Executive Directors may participate in options arrangements subject to shareholder approval. The Board does not accept that options should not be given to non-executive Directors as it believes (and shareholders have previously agreed) that in an R&D company their particular expertise is vital to the team effort and therefore options are a valid incentive;
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Non-Executive Directors retirement payments are limited to compulsory employer superannuation;
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Bonuses will not be paid to non-executive Directors.
Details of remuneration paid to Directors and key management personnel are set out in the Directors Report in this Annual Report.
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Annual Financial Statements For the year ended 30 June 2013
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For the year ended 30 June 2013
Statement of Comprehensive Income
| 30 June 2013 30 June 2012 Note $AUD $AUD |
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| Revenue | |
| Total operating revenue 2 149,755 449,013 |
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| Total Revenue 149,755 449,013 |
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| Cost of goods sold (88,940) (262,083) |
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| Gross profit 60,815 186,930 |
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| Other income 2 304,269 1,116,041 |
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| Expenses | |
| Amortisation expenses 3 (720,000) (60,000) |
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| Consulting, employee and director expenses 3 (944,761) (1,422,374) |
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| Corporate administration expenses 3 (551,048) (592,753) |
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| Depreciation expenses 3 (14,370) (12,566) |
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| Finance & contract termination costs 3 (602,168) (110,592) |
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| Marketing and promotion expenses 3 (8,625) (56,021) |
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| Research and development expenses 3 (1,001,157) (1,229,646) |
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| Travel and entertainment expenses 3 (35,393) (116,539) |
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| Impairment of inventory 3 (26,679) - |
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| Loss before tax (3,539,117) (2,297,520) |
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| Income tax expense 4 - - |
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| Loss for the year (3,539,117) (2,297,520) |
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| Other comprehensive income - - |
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| Total comprehensive income for the year (3,539,117) (2,297,520) |
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| Basic loss per share (cents per share) 6 (0.70) (0.67) |
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| Diluted loss per share (cents per share) 6 (0.70) (0.67) |
The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements.
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As at 30 June 2013
Statement of Financial Position
| 30 June 2013 30 June 2012 |
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| Note $AUD $AUD |
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| ASSETS | |
| Current Assets | |
| Cash and cash equivalents 8 1,446,712 1,443,928 |
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| Trade and other receivables 9 15,438 204,752 |
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| Inventories 10 291,694 214,400 |
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| Other 11 84,046 356,131 |
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| Total Current Assets 1,837,890 2,219,211 |
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| Non-Current Assets | |
| Investments 12 1 31 |
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| Property, plant and equipment 13 8,154 18,457 |
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| Intangible assets 14 680,587 1,400,587 |
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| Total Non-Current Assets 688,742 1,419,075 |
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| TOTAL ASSETS 2,526,632 3,638,286 |
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| LIABILITIES | |
| Current Liabilities | |
| Trade and other payables 15 1,231,327 947,545 |
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| Financial liabilities 16 4,155 81,186 |
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| Total Current Liabilities 1,235,482 1,028,731 |
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| Non-Current Liabilities | |
| Financial liabilities 16 1,146,164 559,574 |
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| Total Non-Current Liabilities 1,146,164 559,574 |
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| TOTAL LIABILITIES 2,381,646 1,588,305 |
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| NET ASSETS 144,986 2,049,981 |
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| EQUITY | |
| Issued capital 18 31,357,697 30,024,787 |
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| Reserves 19 1,208,271 907,059 |
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| Accumulated Losses (32,420,982) (28,881,865) |
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| TOTAL EQUITY 144,986 2,049,981 |
The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements.
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For the year ended 30 June 2013
Statement of Changes in Equity
| Share Capital Option Reserve Accumulated Losses Total |
Share Capital Option Reserve Accumulated Losses Total |
|---|---|
| $ $ $ $ | |
| Balance as at 30 June 2011 27,721,517 595,207 (26,584,345) 1,732,379 |
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| Total comprehensive income for the year: - - (2,297,520) (2,297,520) |
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| Transactions with Equity holders in their capacity as equity holders: |
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| Shares issued net of issue costs 2,303,270 - - 2,303,270 |
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| Options issued - 171,009 - 171,009 |
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| Employee and consultants share options - Value of services - 140,843 - 140,843 |
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| Balance at 30 June 2012 30,024,787 907,059 (28,881,865) 2,049,981 |
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| Total comprehensive income for the year: - - (3,539,117) (3,539,117) |
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| Transactions with Equity holders in their capacity as equity holders: |
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| Shares issued net of issue costs 1,327,077 - - 1,327,077 |
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| Shares to be issued 5,833 - - 5,833 |
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| Options issued - 250,061 - 250,061 |
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| Employee and consultants share options - Value of services - 51,151 51,151 |
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| Balance at 30 June 2013 31,357,697 1,208,271 (32,420,982) 144,986 |
The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements.
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For the year ended 30 June 2013
Cash Flow Statement
| 30 June 2013 30 June 2012 |
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| $AUD $AUD |
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| Cash flows from operating activities Receipts from customers 323,464 802,970 Payments to suppliers and employees (2,446,655) (3,235,973) Interest received 11,580 14,249 Interest and other costs of finance paid (113,411) (43,905) Receipt of R&D tax refund 179,615 - |
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| Net cash flows used in operating activities (2,045,407) (2,462,659) |
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| Cash flows related to investing activities Payment for purchases of plant and equipment (7,200) (2,861) |
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| Net cash flows used in investing activities (7,200) (2,861) |
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| Cash flows related to financing activities Proceeds from issues of equity securities 1,863,810 2,300,252 Capital raising costs (287,674) (90,996) Funds received from convertible debenture 479,255 949,378 |
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| Net cash flows from financing activities 2,055,391 3,158,634 |
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| Net increase/(decrease) in cash and cash equivalents 2,784 693,114 Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the year 1,443,928 750,814 |
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| Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the year 1,446,712 1,443,928 |
The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2013
Note 1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Corporate Information
The financial report of Immuron Limited (‘the Company’, ‘Immuron’) for the year ended 30 June 2013 was authorised for issue in accordance with a resolution of the Directors on the 27[th] September 2013.
Immuron Limited is a listed public company limited by shares incorporated and domiciled in Australia whose shares are publicly traded on the Australian Stock Exchange (ASX).
The principal activity of the Company is a product development driven biopharmaceutical Company focused on the research and development of polyclonal antibodies for the treatment and prevention of major diseases.
Basis of Preparation
The financial report is a general-purpose financial report, which has been prepared in accordance with the requirements of the Corporations Act 2001 and Australian Accounting Standards, required for a for-profit entity.
The financial report has been prepared on an accruals basis and is based on historical costs. The financial report is presented in Australian dollars, which is the Company’s functional and presentation currency. All values are rounded to the nearest dollar unless otherwise stated.
Australian Accounting Standards include Australian equivalents to International Financial Reporting Standards (AIFRS). Compliance with AIFRS ensures that the financial statements and notes of the Company comply with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board.
Management is required to make judgements, estimates and assumptions about carrying values of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and various other factors that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstance, the results of which form the basis of making the judgements. Actual results may differ from these estimates. The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimate is revised if the revision affects only that period, or in the period of the revision and future periods if the revision affects both current and future periods.
Judgements made by management in the application of Australian Accounting Standards that have significant effects on the financial statements and estimates with a significant risk of material adjustments in the next year are disclosed, where applicable, in the relevant notes to the financial statements.
Accounting policies are selected and applied in a manner which ensures that the resulting financial information satisfies the concepts of relevance and reliability, thereby ensuring that the substance of the underlying transactions or other events is reported.
Going Concern
At 30 June 2013, the Company’s cash and cash equivalents amounted to $1,446,712 (2012: $1,443,928) and for the year ended 30 June 2013, the Company experienced an operating loss of $3,539,117 (2012: $2,297,520) and a net cash outflow of $2,045,407 (2012: $2,462,659) from operating activities and expenses associated with research and commercialisation programs.
For the 2014 financial year the Company has budgeted for operating cash outflows to exceed operating cash inflows as it continues its global commercialisation of Travelan and its various research programs. Although the Company is projecting losses and a net cash outflow from operations for the 2014 financial year, the Directors have taken a number of steps to reduce the level of recurring expenses whilst it continues to seek additional licensing arrangements for its Travelan and other products.
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Notes to the Financial Statements (continued…)
In order to fund the budgeted cash outflows for the period, from the 12 months of the date of this report, the Directors will need to achieve the following milestones;
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generate revenues from Travelan sales in Australia through the new direct-to-wholesalers sales model from 1 July 2013, in line with forecasts;
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generate new Travelan sales, in line with forecast, through licences entered into in the previous financial year and which are currently seeking regulatory approval in the various jurisdictions;
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enter into a new licensing agreement or option licensing agreement, which will include an upfront payment within the first half of the 2013 financial year, for the distribution of Travelan in the United States;
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achieve production and delivery schedules in order to meet forecast Travelan sales over the coming 12 month period in existing and new markets;
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receive a Research and Development tax refund claim in relation to the 2013 year. The company is also in the process of finalising the lodging of amended Research and Development refund claims in relation to the 2010-2012 financial years where additional prior year activities have now been identified as being claimable; and
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should the company not be successful in achieving the objectives outlined above within the timeframe forecasted or at values below that currently forecast, the company will seek to reduce uncommitted expenditures to operate within available funding and if required the directors will seek additional sources of funding above that already available.
There are significant risks associated with product development and regulatory approvals required by biotechnology companies, it is difficult to predict the timing and quantum of income from the commercialisation of products and technology and there are inherent uncertainties involved in raising funds from investors within forecasted timelines.
As a result of these matters there is material uncertainty that may cast significant doubt as to whether the Company will be able to continue as a going concern and realise its assets and discharge its liabilities in the normal course of business and at the amounts stated in the financial report.
However, the Directors are confident that the Company's planned initiatives will be successfully achieved and these will continue to provide adequate access to financial resources.
Accordingly, the Directors have prepared the financial statements on a going concern basis. As such, the financial statements do not include any adjustments as to the recoverability and classification of recorded asset amounts or to the amounts and classification of liabilities that might be necessary should the entity not continue as a going concern.
Statement of Compliance
The financial report complies with Australian Accounting Standards as issued by the Australian Accounting Standards Board and International Financial Reporting Standards ("IFRS") as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board.
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Notes to the Financial Statements (continued…)
Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards
The following amending Standards have been adopted from 1 July 2012. Adoption of these Standards did not have any effect on the financial position or performance of the Company:
| Ref | Title | Summary |
| AASB 2013-2 | Amendments to AASB 1038 – Regulatory Capital |
This Standard makes amendments to AASB 1038Life Insurance Contractsas a consequence of changes to the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority’s reporting requirements relating to life insurers, particularly Prudential Standard LPS 110Capital Adequacy, applicable from 1 January 2013. Primarily the amendments align terminology by changing references to ‘solvency’ in AASB 1038 to ‘capital’. A related explanatory paragraph is also removed. |
| AASB 2010-8 | Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards - Deferred Tax: Recovery of Underlying Assets [AASB 112] |
These amendments address the determination of deferred tax on investment property measured at fair value and introduce a rebuttable presumption that deferred tax on investment property measured at fair value should be determined on the basis that the carrying amount will be recoverable through sale. The amendments also incorporate SIC-21Income Taxes - Recovery of Revalued Non- Depreciable Assetsinto AASB 112. |
| AASB 2011-9 | Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards -Presentation of Other Comprehensive Income [AASB 1, 5, 7, 101, 112, 120, 121, 132, 133, 134, 1039 & 1049] |
This standard requires entities to group items presented in other comprehensive income on the basis of whether they might be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss and those that will not. |
Other than the amended accounting standards listed above, all other accounting standards adopted by the Company are consistent with the most recent Annual Report for the year ended 30 June 2012.
The following Australian Accounting Standards and Interpretations have recently been issued or amended but are not yet effective and therefore have not been adopted by the Company for the annual reporting period ended 30 June 2013:
| Reference | Title | Summary | Application date of standard |
Impact on financial report |
Application date |
| AASB 12 | Disclosure of Interests in Other Entities |
AASB 12 includes all disclosures relating to an entity's interests in subsidiaries, joint arrangements, associates and structured entities. New disclosures have been introduced about the judgments made by management to determine whether control exists, and to require summarised information about joint arrangements, associates, structured entities and subsidiaries with non- controlling interests. |
1 January 2013 |
No Impact | 1 July 2013 |
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Notes to the Financial Statements (continued…)
| Reference | Title | Summary | Application date of standard |
Impact on financial report |
Application date |
| AASB 13 | Fair Value Measurement |
AASB 13 establishes a single source of guidance for determining the fair value of assets and liabilities. AASB 13 does not change when an entity is required to use fair value, but rather, provides guidance on how to determine fair value when fair value is required or permitted. Application of this definition may result in different fair values being determined for the relevant assets. AASB 13 also expands the disclosure requirements for all assets or liabilities carried at fair value. This includes information about the assumptions made and the qualitative impact of those assumptions on the fair value determined. Consequential amendments were also made to other standards via AASB 2011-8. |
1 January 2013 |
No Impact | 1 July 2013 |
| AASB 119 | Employee Benefits |
The main change introduced by this standard is to revise the accounting for defined benefit plans. The amendment removes the options for accounting for the liability, and requires that the liabilities arising from such plans is recognised in full with actuarial gains and losses being recognised in other comprehensive income. It also revised the method of calculating the return on plan assets. The revised standard changes the definition of short- term employee benefits. The distinction between short- term and other long-term employee benefits is now based on whether the benefits are expected to be settled wholly within 12 months after the reporting date. Consequential amendments were also made to other standards via AASB 2011-10. |
1 January 2013 |
No Impact | 1 July 2013 |
| AASB 2012-2 |
Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards - Disclosures - Offsetting Financial Assets and Financial Liabilities |
AASB 2012-2 principally amends AASB 7Financial Instruments: Disclosuresto require disclosure of the effect or potential effect of netting arrangements. This includes rights of set-off associated with the entity's recognised financial assets and liabilities on the entity's financial position, when the offsetting criteria of AASB 132 are not all met. |
1 January 2013 |
No Impact | 1 July 2013 |
| AASB 2012-5 |
Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards arising from Annual Improvements 2009-2011 Cycle |
AASB 2012-5 makes amendments resulting from the 2009-2011 Annual Improvements Cycle. The standard addresses a range of improvements, including the following: ►Repeat application of AASB 1 is permitted (AASB 1) ► Clarification of the comparative information requirements when an entity provides a third balance sheet (AASB 101Presentation of Financial Statements). |
1 January 2013 |
No Impact | 1 July 2013 |
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Notes to the Financial Statements (continued…)
| Reference | Title | Summary | Application date of standard |
Impact on financial report |
Application date |
| AASB 2012-9 |
Amendment to AASB 1048 arising from the withdrawal of Australian Interpretation 1039 |
AASB 2012-9 amends AASB 1048Interpretation of Standardsto evidence the withdrawal of Australian Interpretation 1039Substantive Enactment of Major Tax Bills in Australia. |
1 January 2013 |
No Impact | 1 July 2013 |
| AASB 2011-4 |
Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards to Remove Individual Key Management Personnel Disclosure Requirements [AASB 124] |
This amendment deletes from AASB 124 individual key management personnel disclosure requirements for disclosing entities that are not companies. It also removes the individual KMP disclosure requirements for all disclosing entities in relation to equity holdings, loans and other related party transactions. |
1 July 2013 |
No Impact | 1 July 2013 |
| AASB 1053 |
Application of Tiers of Australian Accounting Standards |
This standard establishes a differential financial reporting framework consisting of two tiers of reporting requirements for preparing general purpose financial statements: (a) Tier 1: Australian Accounting Standards (b) Tier 2: Australian Accounting Standards - Reduced Disclosure Requirements Tier 2 comprises the recognition, measurement and presentation requirements of Tier 1 and substantially reduced disclosures corresponding to those requirements. The following entities apply Tier 1 requirements in preparing general purpose financial statements: (a) For-profit entities in the private sector that have public accountability (as defined in this standard) (b) The Australian Government and State, Territory and Local governments The following entities apply either Tier 2 or Tier 1 requirements in preparing general purpose financial statements: (a) For-profit private sector entities that do not have public accountability (b) All not-for-profit private sector entities (c) Public sector entities other than the Australian Government and State, Territory and Local governments. Consequential amendments to other standards to implement the regime were introduced by AASB 2010- 2, 2011-2, 2011-6, 2011-11, 2012-1, 2012-7 and 2012- 11. |
1 July 2013 |
No Impact | 1 July 2013 |
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Notes to the Financial Statements (continued…)
| Reference | Title | Summary | Application date of standard |
Impact on financial report |
Application date |
| AASB 2012-3 |
Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards - Offsetting Financial Assets and Financial Liabilities |
AASB 2012-3 adds application guidance to AASB 132 Financial Instruments: Presentation to address inconsistencies identified in applying some of the offsetting criteria of AASB 132, including clarifying the meaning of "currently has a legally enforceable right of set-off" and that some gross settlement systems may be considered equivalent to net settlement. |
1 January 2014 |
No Impact | 1 July 2014 |
| Interpret ation 21 |
Levies | This Interpretation confirms that a liability to pay a levy is only recognised when the activity that triggers the payment occurs. Applying the going concern assumption does not create a constructive obligation. |
1 January 2014 |
No Impact | 1 July 2014 |
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Notes to the Financial Statements (continued…)
| Reference | Title | Summary | Application date of standard |
Impact on financial report |
Application date |
| AASB 9 | AASB 9 includes requirements for the classification and measurement of financial assets. It wasfurther amended by AASB 2010-7to reflect amendments to the accounting for financial liabilities. These requirements improve and simplify the approach for classification and measurement of financial assets compared with the requirements of AASB 139. The main changes are described below. (a) Financial assets that are debt instruments will be classified based on (1) the objective of the entity's business model for managing the financial assets; (2) the characteristics of the contractual cash flows. (b) Allows an irrevocable election on initial recognition to present gains and losses on investments in equity instruments that are not held for trading in other comprehensive income. Dividends in respect of these investments that are a return on investment can be recognised in profit or loss and there is no impairment or recycling on disposal of the instrument. (c) Financial assets can be designated and measured at fair value through profit or loss at initial recognition if doing so eliminates or significantly reduces a measurement or recognition inconsistency that would arise from measuring assets or liabilities, or recognising the gains and losses on them, on different bases. (d) Where the fair value option is used for financial liabilities the change in fair value is to be accounted for as follows: ►The change attributable to changes in credit risk are presented in other comprehensive income (OCI) ►The remaining change is presented in profit or loss If this approach creates or enlarges an accounting mismatch in the profit or loss, the effect of the changes in credit risk are also presented in profit or loss. Further amendments were made by AASB 2012-6which amends the mandatory effective date to annual reporting periods beginning on or after 1 January 2015. AASB 2012-6 also modifies the relief from restating prior periods by amending AASB 7 to require additional disclosures on transition to AASB 9 in some circumstances. Consequential amendments were also made to other standards as a result of AASB 9, introduced by AASB 2009-11 and superseded by AASB 2010-7 and 2010-10. |
1 Jan 2015 |
The company is still determining if there will be any potential impact |
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Notes to the Financial Statements (continued…)
Accounting Policies
The following is a summary of the material accounting policies adopted by the Company in the preparation of the financial report. The accounting policies have been consistently applied, unless otherwise stated.
- (a) Segment Reporting
The Company determines and presents operating segments based on the information that is internally provided to the Company’s chief operating decision maker which has been identified as the Management Executive Team (MET). The MET consists of the Chief Executive Officer and other Senior Executives of the Company. The MET provides the strategic direction and management oversight of the day to day activities of the entity in terms of monitoring results, providing approval for research and development expenditure decisions and challenging and approving strategic planning for the business.
(b) Foreign Current Translation
Functional and Presentation Currency
Items included in the financial statements are measured using the currency of the primary economic environment in which the entity operates (“the functional currency”). The financial statements are presented in Australian dollars, which is the Company’s functional and presentation currency.
Transactions and Balances
Transactions in foreign currencies are translated into the functional currency using the rates of exchange ruling at the date of each transaction. At balance date, amounts outstanding in foreign currencies are translated into the functional currency using the rate of exchange ruling at the end of the financial year. All gains and losses are brought to account in determining the profit or loss for the year.
Foreign exchange gains and losses that relate to borrowings are presented in the statement of comprehensive income, within finance costs. All other foreign exchange gains and losses are presented in the statement of comprehensive income on a net basis within other income or other expenses.
(c) Revenue Recognition
Revenue is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable. Amounts disclosed as revenue are net of returns, trade allowances, rebates and amounts collected on behalf of third parties.
The Company recognises revenue when the amount of the revenue can be reliably measured, it is probable that the future economic benefits will flow to the entity and specific criteria have been met for each of the activities as described below. The amount of the revenue is not considered to be reliably measured until all contingencies relating to the sale have been resolved.
The following specific revenue criteria must be met before revenue is recognised:
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(i) Sale of Goods and services – Significant risks and rewards of ownership of goods has passed to the buyer;
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(ii) Interest – Interest revenue is recognised using the effective interest rate method,
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(iii) License fees – All conditions in respect of granting the license have been met by both the Company and licensee.
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Notes to the Financial Statements (continued…)
(d) Government Grants
Grants from the government are recognised at their fair value where there is a reasonable assurance that the grant will be received and the Company will comply with all attached conditions.
Government grants relating to costs to be incurred are deferred or accrued such that they are recognised in the statement of comprehensive income over the period necessary to match them with the costs that they are intended to compensate.
(e) Income Tax
The income tax expense or revenue for the period is the tax payable or tax rebate receivable on the current period’s taxable income adjusted by changes in deferred tax assets and liabilities attributable to temporary differences between the tax base of assets and liabilities and their carrying amounts in the financial statements, and to unused tax losses.
Deferred income tax is provided in full, using the liability method on temporary differences arising between the tax bases of assets and liabilities and their carrying amounts in the financial statements. However, the 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 the 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 balance sheet date and are expected to apply when the related deferred income tax is realized or the deferred income tax liability is settled.
Deferred tax assets are recognised for deductible temporary differences and unused tax losses only if it is probable that future taxable amounts will be available to utilise those temporary differences and losses.
Deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset when there is a legally enforceable right to offset current tax assets and liabilities and when the deferred balances relate to the same taxation authority. Current tax assets and tax liabilities are offset where the entity has a legally enforceable right to offset and intends either to settle on a net basis, or to realize the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.
Current and deferred tax balances attributable to amounts recognised directly in equity are also recognised directly in equity.
(f) Impairment of Assets
Goodwill and intangible assets that have an indefinite useful life are not subject to amortisation and are tested annually for impairment. Assets are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount may not be recoverable. An impairment loss is recognised for the amount by which the asset’s carrying amount exceeds its recoverable amount. The recoverable amount is the higher of an asset’s fair value less costs to sell and value in use. For the purposes of assessing impairment, assets are grouped at the lowest levels for which there are separately identifiable cash flows (cash generating units).
(g) Cash and Cash Equivalents
For cash flow statement presentation purposes, cash and cash equivalents includes cash on hand, deposits held at call with financial institutions, other short-term, highly liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less that are readily convertible to known amounts of cash and which are subject to an insignificant risk of changes in value, and bank overdrafts.
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Notes to the Financial Statements (continued…)
(h) Trade Receivables
Trade receivables are recognised initially at fair value and subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest rate method, less provision for impairment. Trade receivables are due for settlement no more than 30 days from the date of recognition.
Collectability of trade receivables is reviewed on an ongoing basis. Debts which are known to be uncollectible are written off. A provision for impairment of trade receivables is established when there is objective evidence that the Company will not be able to collect all amounts due according to the original terms of receivables.
Significant financial difficulties of the debtor, probability that the debtor will enter bankruptcy or financial reorganisation and default or delinquency in payment (more than 30 days overdue) are considered indicators that the trade receivable is impaired. The amount of the provision is the difference between the asset’s carrying amount and the present value of estimated future cash flows, discounted at the original effective interest rate. Cash flows relating to short term receivables are not discounted if the effect of discounting is immaterial. The amount of the provision is recognised in the statement of comprehensive income.
(i) Inventories
Raw materials, work in progress and finished goods are stated at the lower of cost and net realisable value. Where appropriate, cost comprises direct materials, direct labour and an appropriate proportion of variable and fixed overheads expenditure, the latter being allocated on the basis of normal operating capacity.
Costs are assigned to individual items of inventory on basis of weighted average costs. Net realisable value is the estimated selling price in the ordinary course of business less the estimated costs of completion and the estimated costs necessary to make the sale.
(j) Property, Plant & Equipment
Plant and equipment are stated at historical cost less depreciation. Historical cost includes expenditure that is directly attributable to the acquisition of the items.
Repairs and maintenance are charged to the statement of comprehensive income during the financial period in which they are incurred.
Depreciation on assets is calculated using the straight line method to allocate their cost, net of their residual values, over their estimated useful lives, as follows:
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Plant & Equipment (3 - 15 years)
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- Computer Equipment (2 - 4 years)
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- Furniture & Fittings (5 - 15 years)
The assets’ residual values and useful lives are reviewed, and adjusted if appropriate, annually.
An asset’s carrying amount is written down immediately to its recoverable amount if the asset’s carrying amount is greater than its estimated recoverable amount (Note 1(g)).
Gains and losses on disposals are determined by comparing proceeds with carrying amount. These are included in the statement of comprehensive income.
(k) Intangible Assets
(i) Goodwill
Goodwill represents the excess of the cost of an acquisition over the fair value of the Company’s share of the net identifiable assets of the acquired business at the date of acquisition. Goodwill is not amortised. Instead, goodwill is tested for impairment annually or more frequently if events or changes in circumstances indicate that it might be impaired, and is carried at cost less accumulated impairment losses.
Goodwill is allocated to cash-generating units for the purpose of impairment testing.
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Notes to the Financial Statements (continued…)
(ii) Research & Development
Expenditure on research activities, undertaken with the prospect of obtaining new scientific or technical knowledge and understanding, is recognised in the statement of comprehensive income as an expense when it is incurred.
Expenditure on development activities, being the application of research findings or other knowledge to a plan or design for the production of new or substantially improved products or services before the start of commercial production or use, is capitalised if it is probable that the product or service is technically and commercially feasible, will generate probable economic benefits and adequate resources are available to complete development and cost can be measured reliably. Other development expenditure is recognised in the statement of comprehensive income as an expense as incurred.
(iii) Intellectual Property
The Company acquired certain provisional patent intellectual property from Hadasit Medical Research Services & Development Limited. The initial cost was capitalised and presented in the balance sheet as an intangible asset.
The realisation of the value attributed to this intangible asset will depend on the successful commercialisation of Immuron’s potential products. The Directors note that there is always significant risk involved in the commercialisation of such products. During the prior year the estimated useful life of the asset was reviewed and its estimated life changed from an indefinite life to a finite life of two years which represented a change in accounting estimates which is recognised in the prior, current, and future years. The net effect of that change is set out in the Intangible Asset note to the accounts below.
(l) Trade and Other Payables
These amounts represent liabilities for goods and services provided to the entity prior to the end of the financial year and which are unpaid. The amounts are unsecured and are usually paid within 30 days of recognition. Trade payables are recognised initially at fair value and subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest rate method,
(m) Employee Benefits
(i) Wages and salaries, annual leave and sick leave
Liabilities for wages and salaries, including non-monetary benefits and annual leave expected to be settled within 12 months of the reporting date are recognised in other payables in respect of employees’ services up to the reporting date and are measured at the amounts expected to be paid when the liabilities are settled. Liabilities for non-accumulating sick leave are recognised when the leave is taken and measured at the rates paid or payable.
- (ii) Long service leave
The liability for long service leave is recognised in the provision for employee benefits and measured as the present value of expected future payments to be made. Consideration is given to expected future wage and salary levels, experience of employee departures and periods of service. Expected future payments are discounted using market yields at the reporting date on national government bonds with terms to maturity that match, as closely as possible, the estimate future cash flows.
- (iii) Retirement benefit obligations
All employees of the Company are entitled to benefits on retirement from their own individual private superannuation plans.
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Notes to the Financial Statements (continued…)
(iv) Share-based payments
Share-based compensation benefits may be provided through the issue of fully paid ordinary shares under the Immuron Executive Officer Share Plan. Options are also granted to employees and consultants in accordance with the terms of their respective employment and consultancy agreements. Any options granted are made in accordance with the terms of the Company’s Executive Share Option Plan (ESOP).
The fair value of options granted under employment and consultancy agreements are recognised as an employee benefit expense with a corresponding increase in equity. The fair value is measured at grant date and recognised over the period during which the employees become unconditionally entitled to the options.
The fair value at grant date is determined using a Black-Scholes option pricing model that takes into account the exercise price, the term of the option, the vesting and performance criteria, the impact of dilution, the non-tradeable nature of the option, the share price at grant date and expected price volatility of the underlying share, the expected dividend yield and the risk-free interest rate for the term of the option.
The fair value of the options granted excludes the impact of any non-market vesting conditions (for example, profitability and sales growth targets). Non-market vesting conditions are included in assumptions about the number of options that are expected to become exercisable. At each balance sheet date, the entity revises its estimate of the number of options that are expected to become exercisable. The employee benefit expense recognised each period takes into account the most recent estimate. The impact of the revision to original estimates, if any, is recognised in the statement of comprehensive income with a corresponding adjustment to equity.
Upon the exercise of options, the balance of the share-based payments reserve relating to those options is transferred to contributed equity.
- (v) Termination benefits
Termination benefits are payable when employment is terminated before the normal retirement date, or when an employee accepts voluntary redundancy in exchange for these benefits.
The Company recognises termination benefits when it is demonstrably committed to either terminating the employment of current employees according to a detailed formal plan without possibility of withdrawal or providing termination benefits as a result of an offer made to encourage voluntary redundancy.
Benefits falling due more than 12 months after balance sheet date are discounted to present value.
(n) Investments and Other Financial Assets
Held-to-maturity investments are non-derivative financial assets with fixed or determinable payments and fixed maturities that the Company's management has the positive intention and ability to hold to maturity.
(o) Interest Bearing Loans and Borrowings
All loans and borrowings are initially recognised at cost, being the fair value of the consideration received net of issue costs associated with the borrowing. After initial recognition, interest bearing loans and borrowings are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method. Amortised cost is calculated by taking into account any issue costs and any discount or premium on settlement.
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Notes to the Financial Statements (continued…)
Convertible Debentures
The company issued convertible debentures denominated in Canadian dollars. The conversion option is an embedded derivative, the fair value of which is calculated on initial recognition using an option pricing model. The difference between the consideration received and the fair value of the embedded derivative represents the carrying value of the host debt. The embedded derivative is classified on the balance sheet as a derivative liability and is re-measured each reporting period at fair value. Changes in the fair value are recognised in the statement of comprehensive income. The host foreign currency debt is measured subsequent to initial recognition at amortised cost using the effective interest rate method and then retranslated at each subsequent reporting date.
(p) Contributed Equity
Ordinary shares are classified as equity. Incremental costs directly attributable to the issue of new shares or options are shown in equity as a deduction, net of tax, from the proceeds.
(q) Earnings per Share
(i) Basic earnings per share
Basic earnings per share is calculated by dividing the profit or loss attributable to equity holders of the Company, excluding any costs of servicing equity other than ordinary shares, by the weighted average number of ordinary shares outstanding during the full year, adjusted for bonus elements in ordinary shares issued during the full year.
- (ii) Diluted earnings per share
Diluted earnings per share adjusts the figures used in the determination of basic earnings per share to take into account the after income tax effect of interest and other financing costs associated with dilutive potential ordinary shares and the weighted average number of shares assumed to have been issued for no consideration in relation to dilutive potential ordinary shares.
(r) Goods and Services Tax (GST)
Revenues, expenses and assets are recognised net of the amount of associated GST, unless the GST incurred is not recoverable from the taxation authority. In this case it is recognised as part of the cost of acquisition of the asset or as part of the expense.
Receivables and payables are stated inclusive of the amount of GST recoverable or payable. The net amount of GST recoverable from, or payable to, the taxation authorities is included with other receivable or payables in the balance sheet.
Cash flows are presented on a gross basis. The GST components of cash flow arising from investing or financing activities which are recoverable for, or payable to, the taxation authorities are presented as operating cash flow.
(s) Leases
Leases in which a significant portion of the risk and reward of ownership are not transferred to the Company as lessee are classified as operating leases. Payments made under operating leases (net of any incentives received from the lessor) are charged to the statement of comprehensive income on a straight-line basis over the period of the lease.
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Notes to the Financial Statements (continued…)
Note 2. Revenue and other income
| 30 June 2013 30 June 2012 |
30 June 2013 30 June 2012 |
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| $ $ | ||||
| Revenue | ||||
| Revenue from Operating Activities | ||||
| Sales of goods 149,755 449,013 |
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| Total Revenue from Operating Activities 149,755 449,013 |
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| Other Income | ||||
| Interest Received 11,580 14,248 |
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| R&D Tax Concession Refunds 179,615 254,508 |
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| Gains/(losses) on convertible debenture derivative 113,074 367,070 |
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| License fee revenue - 480,215 |
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| Total Other Income 304,269 1,116,041 |
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| Total Revenue and Other Income 454,024 1,565,054 |
Note 3. Expenses
| 30 June 2013 30 June 2012 |
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|---|---|
| $ $ | |
| Expenses | |
| a) Amortisation expenses 720,000 60,000 |
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| b) Consulting, employee and director expenses |
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| Consulting expenses 76,892 407,815 |
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| Employee related expenses 653,587 791,797 |
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| Director expenses 214,282 222,762 |
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| 944,761 1,422,374 |
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| c) Corporate administration expenses |
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| Audit and accounting fees 115,459 100,431 |
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| Insurances 49,920 58,874 |
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| Foreign exchange loss 65,403 21,415 |
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| Corporate administration expenses 304,661 412,033 |
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| Provision for doubtful debts 15,605 - |
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| 551,048 592,753 |
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| d) Depreciation expenses 14,370 12,566 |
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| e) Marketing and promotion expenses 8,625 56,021 |
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| f) Research and development expenses 1,001,157 1,229,646 |
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| g) Travel and entertainment expenses 35,393 116,539 |
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| h) Finance & contract termination costs 602,168 110,592 |
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| i) Write-down of inventory carry value 26,679 - |
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| Total Expenses 3,904,201 3,600,491 |
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Notes to the Financial Statements (continued…)
Note 4. Income Tax Benefit
| 30 June 2013 30 June 2012 |
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| $ $ | |
| (a) | The prima facie tax on loss from ordinary activities before the loss is reconciled to the income tax as follows: Loss before income tax (3,539,117) (2,297,520) Income tax benefit calculated at 30% (2011:30%) (1,061,735) (689,256) Tax effect of amounts which are not deductable in calculating income tax: - impairment and amortisation expenses 216,000 18,000 - share-based payments expenses 15,345 42,253 - other expenses not deductable 696 1,367 Tax benefit associated with R&D rebates (53,885) (76,352) Net gain on convertible debenture derivative 8,880 (95,929) Temporary differences not recognised 18,659 (10,584) Deferred tax assets relatingto tax losses not recognised 856,039 810,501 |
| Income tax reconciliation in Profit or Loss - - |
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| (b) | Unrecognised Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities Deferred tax assets and liabilities are attributable to the following: - Tax losses 7,457,546 6,601,507 - Doubtful debts 5,732 1,050 - Provision for stock write-down 7,589 15,772 - Accruals 22,299 11,606 - Employee provisions - 1,367 - Black Hole expenditure 3,581 12,275 - Patents 387,169 365,641 |
| Net deferred tax assets not recognised 7,883,916 7,009,218 |
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| (c) | Components of Tax The components of tax expense comprise: - Current tax - - - Deferred tax - - |
| Net deferred tax assets not recognised - - |
The Company has estimated tax losses of $24,858,487, a Deferred Tax Asset of $7,457,546 (at 30%) that has not been recognised in the Financial Statements, refer to Note 1(e).
Note 5. Key Management Personnel Compensation
(a) Key Management Personnel Compensation
The aggregate compensation made to Directors and other Key Management Personnel of the Company is set out below:
| 30 June | 2013 | 30 June | 2012 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $ | $ | |||
| Short-term employee benefits | 717,555 | 963,640 | ||
| Post-employment benefits | 17,214 | 15,985 | ||
| Share-basedpayments | 42,713 | 45,827 | ||
| 777,483 | 1,025,452 |
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Notes to the Financial Statements (continued…)
(b) Options and Rights
The number of options over ordinary shares in the Company held during the financial year by each Director of Immuron Limited and other Key Management Personnel of the Company, including their personally related parties, are set out below:
| 30 June 2013 | Balance at Start of the Year Granted as Compensation Options Exercised Options Expired or Lapsed Net Change Other |
Balance at Start of the Year Granted as Compensation Options Exercised Options Expired or Lapsed Net Change Other |
Balance at Year End |
Vested and Exercisable Unvested |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Directors Dr Roger Aston Mr Daniel Pollock Mr Stephen Anastasiou Prof. Colin Chapman Mr. Joseph Baini Dr Stewart Washer Dr Elane Zelcer Other Key Management Personnel Mr Amos Meltzer Mr Graeme Stevens * |
- - - - 4,216,667 100,000 - - - 1,166,667 - - - - 66,666,667 1 - - - - 382,520 783,334 - - - 477,500 - - - - 150,000 4,440 - - - 561,645 2,000,000 4,500,000 - - - 602,667 2,500,000 - - - |
4,216,667 1,266,667 66,666,667 382,520 1,260,834 150,000 566,085 6,500,000 3,102,667 |
4,216,667 - 1,266,667 - 66,666,667 - 382,520 - 1,260,834 - 150,000 - 566,085 - 4,625,000 1,875,000 1,602,667 1,500,000 |
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| TOTAL | 4,014,251 9,000,000 - - 73,621,666 |
86,635,917 | 83,260,917 3,375,000 |
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| 30 June 2012 | Balance at Start of the Year Granted as Compensation Options Exercised Options Expired or Lapsed Net Change Other |
Balance at Year End |
Vested and Exercisable Unvested |
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| Directors Dr Roger Aston Prof. Colin Chapman Mr. Joseph Baini Dr Stewart Washer Dr Elane Zelcer Prof. Roy Robins-Browne Mr Simon Sallka Other Key Management Personnel Mr Amos Meltzer Mr Graeme Stevens Dr Grant Rawlin |
- - - - - - - - - - 1,250,000 - - (500,000) 33,334 - - - - - - - - - 4,440 - - - - - - - - - - - 2,000,000 - - - - 500,000 - - 102,667 - 500,000 - - 23,810 |
- - 783,334 - 4,440 - - 2,000,000 602,667 523,810 |
- - - - 783,334 - - - 4,440 - - - - - 2,000,000 - 602,667 - 523,810 - |
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| TOTAL | 1,250,000 3,000,000 - (500,000) 164,251 |
3,914,251 | 3,914,251 - |
- Denotes a person(s) who was appointed or resigned during the year. Please see the Directors Report for more information (Page 8 and 9).
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Securities issued in accordance with Rights Issue Underwriting approved by shareholders at the Company’s General Meeting held on 17 May 2013.
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Notes to the Financial Statements (continued…)
(c) Shareholders
The number of shares in the Company held during the financial year by each Director and other Key Management Personnel of the Company, including their personally related parties, are set out below.
No shares granted to Directors and Key Management Personal during the period as compensation.
| 30 June 2013 | Balance at Start of the Year Granted as Compensation Shares Expired or Lapsed Net Change Other |
Balance at Year End |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Directors Dr Roger Aston Mr Daniel Pollock Mr Stephen Anastasiou Prof. Colin Chapman Mr. Joseph Baini Dr Stewart Washer Dr Elane Zelcer Other Key Management Personnel Mr Amos Meltzer Mr Graeme Stevens Dr Grant Rawlin |
200,000 - - 12,922,482 500,000 - - 5,918,993 - - - 151,626,929 1 1,530,080 - - - 950,000 - - 1,210,000 600,000 - - 900,000 579,910 - - 2,162,113 1,322,342 - - - 3,120,781 - - - 1,355,071 - - - |
13,122,482 6,418,993 151,626,929 1,530,080 2,160,000 1,500,000 2,742,023 1,322,342 3,120,781 1,355,071 |
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| 10,158,184 - - 174,740,517 |
184,898,701 |
| 30 June 2012 | Balance at Start of the Year Granted as Compensation Shares Expired or Lapsed Net Change Other |
Balance at Year End |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Directors Dr Roger Aston Prof. Colin Chapman Mr. Joseph Baini Dr Stewart Washer Dr Elane Zelcer Prof. Roy Robins-Browne Mr Simon Sallka Other Key Management Personnel Mr Amos Meltzer Mr Graeme Stevens Dr Grant Rawlin * |
- - - 200,000 1,280,080 - - 250,000 500,000 - - 450,000 - - - 600,000 66,591 - - 513,319 401,035 - (401,035) 1,444,211 - (1,444,211) 417,342 - - 905,000 2,312,781 - - 808,000 1,283,643 - - 71,428 |
200,000 1,530,080 950,000 600,000 579,910 - - 1,322,342 3,120,781 1,355,071 |
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| 7,705,683 - (1,845,246) 3,797,747 |
9,658,184 |
1 Securities issued in accordance with Rights Issue Underwriting approved by shareholders at the Company’s General Meeting held on 17 May 2013.
(d) Loans to Directors and Other Key Management Personnel
There were no loans made to Directors or other Key Management Personnel of the Company, including their personally related parties.
(e) Other transactions with Other Key Management Personnel
There were no further transactions with Directors or other Key Management Personnel not disclosed above or in Note 23.
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Notes to the Financial Statements (continued…)
Note 6. Loss per Share
| 30 June 2013 | 30 June 2012 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic loss per share (cents) | (0.70) | (0.67) | |
| Diluted loss per share (cents) | (0.70) | (0.67) | |
| a) | Net loss used in the calculation of basic and diluted loss per share |
($3,539,117) | ($2,297,520) |
| b) | Weighted average number of ordinary shares outstanding | ||
| during the period used in the calculation of basic and | 507,002,055 | 344,688,598 | |
| diluted loss per share* | |||
| 30 June 2013 | 30 June 2012 | ||
| Basic loss per share (cents) | (0.70) | (0.67) | |
| Diluted loss per share (cents) | (0.70) | (0.67) |
Note 7. Auditor’s Remuneration
| 30 June 2013 | 30 June 2012 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| $ | $ | ||
| Remuneration of the auditor of the Company, PWC for: | |||
| — | auditing or reviewing the financial report of the Group | 115,459 | 88,431 |
| — | other assurance services | - | 12,000 |
| 115,459 | 100,431 |
Note 8. Cash and Cash Equivalents
| 30 June 2013 30 June 2012 $ $ |
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|---|---|
| Cash at bank: - Cash at bank (AUD$) 1,397,102 721,057 - Cash at bank(CAD$) 49,610 722,871 |
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| 1,446,712 1,443,928 |
The interest rates on cash at bank and term deposits at 30 June 2013 was 1.25% and 3.75% (2012: 1.75% and 4.65%).
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Note 9. Trade and Other Receivables
| 30 June 2013 30 June 2012 |
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|---|---|
| $ $ | |
| Current Trade Receivables 34,543 208,252 Provision for impairment of receivables (19,105) (3,500) |
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| 15,438 204,752 |
All trade receivables are non-interest bearing.
Note 10. Inventories
| 30 | June 2013 | 30 June 2012 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| $ | $ | ||
| Raw materials and stores (at net realisable value) | 291,694 | 214,400 | |
| 291,694 | 214,400 |
Write down of inventories to net realisable value recognised as an expense during the year ended 30 June 2013 amounted to $26,679 (2012: $12,500) and is included in raw materials and consumables used in the statement of comprehensive income.
Note 11. Other Assets
| 30 June 2013 30 June 2012 |
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|---|---|
| $ $ | |
| Current Prepayments - 33,537 Security bond - 6,417 Other debtors 84,046 316,177 |
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| 84,046 356,131 |
Note 12. Controlled Entities
| 30 June | 2013 | 30 June | 2012 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Note | $ | $ | |||
| Shares in subsidiary company (at cost) | 14a | 1 | 1 | ||
| Shares in associate(at cost) | 14b | - | 30 | ||
| 1 | 31 |
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| Country of Percentage of Ownership* |
|
|---|---|
| Incorporation 30 June 2013 30 June 2012 |
|
| Parent Entity: Immuron Limited Australia - - Subsidiaries of Immuron Limited: Anadis ESP Pty Ltd Australia 100% 100% |
14a Shares in subsidiary company – Anadis ESP Pty Ltd
This company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Immuron Limited and was formed for the sole purpose to act as trustee for the Immuron Limited Executive Officer Share Plan Trust. All costs associated with the operations of this company are borne by Immuron Limited. Consolidated accounts have not been prepared as the net assets of Anadis ESP Pty Ltd are not material.
14b Shares in Associate Company
This investment represents a 50% holding in Immuron Ltd, a company incorporated in Israel. The other 50% shareholder is Hadasit Medical Research Services & Development Ltd. The company was formed as a special purpose vehicle to apply for specific research grants. No grants have been obtained up to 30 June 2013.
This investment was sold to Hadasit Medical Research Services & Development Ltd on 30 September 2012 for $nil consideration.
Note 13. Plant and Equipment
| 30 June 2013 30 June 2012 |
|
|---|---|
| $ $ | |
| Plant & Equipment | |
| At cost 288,315 339,785 |
|
| Accumulated depreciation (287,966) (336,461) |
|
| 349 3,324 |
|
| Computer Equipment | |
| At cost 24,019 25,809 |
|
| Accumulated depreciation (24,019) (18,076) |
|
| - 7,733 |
|
| Furniture & Fittings | |
| At cost 34,177 45,437 |
|
| Accumulated amortisation (26,372) (38,037) |
|
| Total Leasehold Improvements 7,805 7,400 |
|
| Total Plant and Equipment 8,154 18,457 |
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| Plant & Equipment Computer Equipment Furniture & Fittings |
Total | |
|---|---|---|
| $ $ $ | $ | |
| Balance as at 1 July 2011 | 4,930 12,957 10,275 |
28,162 |
| Additions | - 2,861 - |
2,861 |
| Depreciation expense | (1,606) (8,085) (2,875) |
(12,566) |
| Disposals of assets | - - - |
- |
| Exchange adjustments | - - - |
- |
| Carrying amount as at 30 June 2012 | 3,324 7,733 7,400 |
18,457 |
| Additions | - - - |
- |
| Depreciation expense | (2,975) (7,733) (3,930) |
(14,638) |
| Disposals of assets | - - 4,335 |
4,335 |
| Exchange adjustments | - - - |
- |
| Carrying amount as at 30 June 2013 | 349 - 7,805 |
8,154 |
Note 14. Intangibles
| 30 June 2013 30 June 2012 |
|
|---|---|
| $ $ | |
| Intellectual Property(Acquired) At cost 1,460,587 1,460,587 Less accumulated depreciation (780,000) (60,000) |
|
| Net carryingvalue 680,587 1,400,587 |
|
| Acquired | |
| Intellectual Property | |
| Carrying amount as at 30 June 2011 1,460,587 |
|
| Additions - |
|
| Amortisation (60,000) |
|
| Carrying amount as at 30 June 2012 1,400,587 |
|
| Amortisation (720,000) |
|
| Carrying amount as at 30 June 2013 680,587 |
The intellectual property was acquired from Hadasit Medical Research Services and Development Limited the consideration for which was the issue of 56,484,023 fully paid shares.
During June 2012, the estimated useful life of the intellectual property was reviewed in accordance with applicable accounting standards, and the estimated life was determined as having a finite life of two years, which remains unchanged as at 30 June 2013. This equates to an amortisation charge of $60,000 per month.
For financial year 2012, only one month of amortisation ($60,000) was recognised under the new treatment, as opposed to the current financial year 2013 where 12 months have been recognised ($720,000).
As detailed in the in the financial year 2012 annual report, assuming that the asset is held to the end of its currently assessed useful life, the amortisation charge for the financial year ended 30 June 2014 will be $680,587, hence fully ammortising the original cost value of the Intellectual Property’s at cost value.
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Note 15. Trade and Other Payables
| 30 June 2013 30 June 2012 |
|
|---|---|
| $ $ | |
| Current Trade payables 779,188 413,419 Accrued expenses 332,084 315,935 Otherpayables 120,055 218,191 |
|
| 1,231,327 947,545 |
Note 16. Financial Liabilities
| 30 June 2013 30 June 2012 $ $ |
30 June 2013 30 June 2012 $ $ |
|
|---|---|---|
| Secured convertible debenture: Current Value of convertible debenture derivative 4,155 81,186 |
||
| 4,155 81,186 |
||
| Non-Current Host debt borrowing - tranche one 696,294 559,574 Host debt borrowing- tranche two 449,870 - |
||
| 1,146,164 559,574 |
||
| 1,150,319 640,760 |
The face value of the convertible debenture at 30 June 2013 is $AU1,428,645 ($CAD1.5M) which may (at the option of the holder) be converted into equity at a price of AU 4.73cents per share which is higher than the share price as at 30 June 2013.
Based on the face value of $AU1,428,645, approximately 30,203,911 fully paid ordinary shares would be issued on the full conversion of borrowing into equity which following allotment would approximate 2.83% of the ordinary shares on issue at 30 June 2013.
The maturity date for repayment of the borrowing, or the conversion into equity, is no later than 23 December 2014. Interest is payable on the borrowing at a fixed rate of 10% per annum.
The convertible debenture is secured by a fixed and floating charge over certain of the Company’s assets and future milestone and royalty receipts under existing and future license and distribution agreements.
The respective values of the assets pledged as security as at 30 June 2013 are as follows:
| 30 Jun 2013 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| $ | |||
| Fixed charge | |||
| Cash and cash equivalents 1,446,712 |
|||
| Floating charge | |||
| Trade and other receivables and other assets (excluding IP) 107,639 |
|||
| Inventories 291,694 |
|||
| 1,846,045 |
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Note 17. Commitments and Contingencies
| 30 June 2013 30 June 2012 |
|
|---|---|
| Note $ $ |
|
| Lease commitments not recognised in the financial statements: - not later than 12 months 2,872 5,834 Stock purchase commitments not recognised in the financial statements: - not later than 12 months (a) 376,301 - |
|
| 379,173 5,834 |
(a) Stock purchase commitments not recognised in the financial statements pertains to the balance of the contract outstanding and not yet payable to the colostrum production supplier Synlait.
Other commitments
The Company has a commitment to pay consulting fees to Professor Yaron Ilan (the Company’s Medical Director) in accordance with a consultancy agreement. The agreement commenced in September 2009 and is for a maximum period of three years at a monthly fee of $US5,000 per month. The agreement is currently extended on a monthly basis can be terminated by providing one month’s notice.
Prof. Ilan is the inventor of IMM-124E for the treatment of NASH and is a recognised expert in this field. Immuron works closely with Prof. Ilan to develop IMM-124E as well as other Immuron proprietary products.
The Company entered into an ARC linkage research agreement with Monash University under which the Company has agreed to contribute to the C. difficile research project. The total amount of the contribution is $268,901 over a three year period of which $87,429 has been expensed in the current year.
Contingent liability
The Company received grant funds in previous years totaling $142,016 from the State Government of Victoria under the terms of the Vistec Grant. Under the terms of the grant agreement, the Company has the obligation to repay the grant monies received upon the receipt of any funds from the commercial exploitation of the technology developed under the grant project.
Therefore, a contingent liability exists in respect of the amount up to $142,016 if the Company receives any future proceeds from the commercialisation of the grant technology of the same amount.
Note 18. Contributed Equity
| 30 June 2013 30 June 2012 |
|
|---|---|
| No. $ No. $ |
|
| Fully Paid Ordinary Shares Balance at beginning of year 414,096,557 30,024,787 325,714,800 27,721,517 Share issued during the year 621,353,586 1,864,812 88,381,757 2,569,024 Value of options issued transferred to options reserve - - - (174,758) Shares to be issued - 5,833 - - Transaction costs relating to share issues (Cash-based) (287,674) - (90,996) Transaction costs relating to share issues (Non-cash) (250,061) - |
|
| Total Issued Capital 1,035,450,143 31,357,697 414,096,557 30,024,787 |
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Share movements during the year ended 30 June 2013:
| Date | Details | No. | Issue Price | Total Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ($) | ($) | |||
| 6 Feb 2013 | Issue of shares to consultant in lieu of cash | 83,500 | 0.012 | 1,002 |
| payment for services rendered | ||||
| 6 May 2013 | Issue of shares under Share Purchase Plan to | 601,886,363 | 0.003 | 1,805,659 |
| eligible shareholders | ||||
| 20 May 2013 | Issue of shares to Directors pursuant to their | 19,383,723 | 0.003 | 58,151 |
| underwriting of the Share Purchase Plan as | ||||
| approved by shareholders at the General Meeting | ||||
| held on 17 May 2013 | ||||
| 621,353,586 | $ 1,864,812 |
Share movements during the year ended 30 June 2012:
| Date | Details | No. | Issue Price | Total Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ($) | ($) | |||
| 25 Aug 2011 | Issue of shares for cash consideration | 7,380,000 | 0.070 | 516,600 |
| 25 Aug 2011 | Value of options issued transferred to options reserve | - | - | (27,552) |
| 8 Nov 2011 | Issue of shares in lieu of cash payment for services 7,613,663 |
0.070 | 532,957 | |
| rendered | ||||
| 30 Nov 2011 | Issue of shares in lieu of cash payment for services |
1,010,504 |
0.069 | 70,000 |
| rendered | ||||
| 30 Nov 2011 | Value of options issued transferred to options reserve |
- | - | (50,956) |
| 27 Apr 2012 | Issue of shares in lieu of cash payment for services | 30,725,000 |
0.020 | 614,500 |
| rendered | ||||
| 8 Jun 2012 | Issue of shares in lieu of cash payment for services | 19,275,000 |
0.020 | 385,500 |
| rendered | ||||
| 8 Jun 2012 | Value of options issued transferred to options reserve | - | - | (96,250) |
| 18 Jun 2012 | Issue of shares for cash consideration under Share | 22,102,500 |
0.020 | 442,050 |
| Purchase Plan | ||||
| 29 Jun 2012 | Issue of shares in lieu of cash payment for services | 275,090 |
0.027 | 7,417 |
| rendered | ||||
| 88,381,757 | 2,394,266 |
Ordinary shares participate in dividends and the proceeds on winding up of the Company in proportion to the number of shares held. At shareholder meetings each ordinary share is entitled to one vote when a poll is called, otherwise each shareholder has one vote on a show of hands. The ordinary shares have no par value.
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Note 19. Reserves
Nature and Purpose of the Reserve
The option reserve recognises the proceeds from the issue of options over ordinary shares and the expense recognised in respect of share based payments.
| 30 June 2013 30 June 2012 |
|
|---|---|
| No. $ No. $ |
|
| Options over fully paid ordinary shares Balance at beginning of year 24,887,480 907,059 4,565,928 595,207 Options over ordinary shares issued during the year 281,341,882 283,241 23,478,695 290,405 Option expense recorded over the vesting period - 17,971 - 21,447 Lapse of options due to nil exercise (16,368,785) - (3,157,143) - |
|
| Total Reserves 289,860,577 1,208,271 24,887,480 907,059 |
Option reserve movements during the year ended 30 June 2013:
| Date | Details | No. | Issue Price | Total Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ($) | ($) | |||
| 1 Jul 2012 | Expiry of unlisted options | (658,785) | - | - |
| 18 Jul 2012 | Value of options previously issued, expensed during | 3,000,000 |
0.007 | 20,983 |
| current period | ||||
| 24 Jul 2012 | Issue of options under entitlement bonus issue | 103,524,381 | - | - |
| 31 Aug 2012 | Expiry of unlisted options | (2,460,000) | - | - |
| 15 Nov 2012 | Issue of unlisted ESOP options to employees | 7,000,000 | 0.002 | 12,197 |
| 20 May 2013 | Options issued to underwriters of the Share | 155,317,501 |
0.002 | 250,061 |
| Purchase Plan | ||||
| 31 May 2013 | Expiry of unlisted options | (750,000) | - | - |
| 30 Jun 2013 | Value of options previously issued, expensed during | - |
- | 17,971 |
| current period | ||||
| 264,973,097 | 301,212 |
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Option reserve movements during the year ended 30 June 2012:
| Date | Details | No. | Issue Price | Total Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ($) | ($) | |||
| 25 Aug 2011 | Free attaching options on 1:3 basis for each new 2,460,000 |
0.011 | 27,553 | |
| share issued under Non-Renounceable Rights Issue | ||||
| 8 Nov 2011 | Free attaching options on 1:3 basis for each new 2,549,685 |
0.019 | 47,206 | |
| share issued under Non-Renounceable Rights Issue | ||||
| 8 Nov 2011 | Issue of options in lieu of cash payment for services rendered 202,545 |
0.019 | 3,750 |
|
| 19 Dec 2011 | Issue of unlisted options under the ESOP | 4,000,000 | 0.007 | 29,870 |
| 31 Jan 2012 | Expiry of unlisted options | (500,000) | - | - |
| 31 May 2012 | Expiry of unlisted options |
(2,657,143) | - | - |
| 8 Jun 2012 | Free-attaching options issued | 12,500,000 | - | 96,250 |
| 29 Jun 2012 | Options issued in lieu of cash payment for services 579,736 |
- | 28,813 | |
| rendered | ||||
| 29 Jun 2012 | Options issued in lieu of cash payment for services 1,186,729 |
56,963 | ||
| rendered | - | |||
| 30 Jun 2012 | Value of options previously issued, expensed during - |
- | 21,447 | |
| current period | ||||
| 20,321,552 | 311,852 |
The options outstanding as at 30 June 2013 were as follows:
| Class | ASX Code | Date of Expiry | Exercise Price | No. Under Option |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Listed Options | IMCO | 15 December 2013 | $0.1200 | 2,752,230 |
| Listed Options | IMCOA | 30 April 2015 | $0.0400 | 116,024,381 |
| Unlisted Options | IMCSO | 30 June 2014 | $0.0700 | 4,000,000 |
| Unlisted Options | IMCSO1 | 30 June 2015 | $0.0400 | 3,000,000 |
| Unlisted Options | IMCSO2 | 1 November 2017 | $0.0400 | 7,000,000 |
| Unlisted Options | IMCRM1 | 30 November 2021 | $0.0497 | 579,736 |
| Unlisted Options | IMCRM2 | 17 January2022 | $0.0480 | 1,186,729 |
| Unlisted Options | IMCAI | 31 March 2016 | $0.0100 | 155,317,501 |
As at the date of this report, none of the above options had been exercised post 30 June 2013.
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Note 20. Segments Reporting
Primary Reporting Format - Business Segments
The entity has identified its operating segments based on the internal reports that are reviewed and used by the executive management team in assessing performance and determining the allocation of resources.
The executive management team considers the business from both a product and a geographic perspective and has identified three reportable segments.
Management has determined that the business segments of research, development and commercialisation (R & D) and hyperimmune products are the main business segments used for internal reporting purposes to the Management Executive Team.
Other items of income and expense not directly attributable to those two segments are disclosed as a corporate cost segment. Income from license fees is classified as income from commercialisation activities and is included in the R & D segment.
The Board assesses the performance of the operating segments at a number of operating levels including adjusted EBITDA. This measurement excludes the effects of certain expenditure from the operating segments such as depreciation, amortisation and finance costs.
The reportable segments are based on aggregated operating segments determined by similarity of expenses, where expenses in the reportable segments exceed 10% of the total expenses for either the current and/or previous reporting period.
| 30 June 2013 | 30 June 2013 | R&D HyperImmune Products Corporate |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| $ $ $ | $ | ||
| Segment Revenue | |||
| Revenue from external customers R&D tax offset refund Interest revenue Othergains/(losses) |
- 149,755 - |
149,755 | |
| 179,615 - - |
179,615 | ||
| - - 11,580 |
11,580 | ||
| - - 113,074 |
113,074 | ||
| Total Segment Revenue | 179,615 149,755 124,654 |
454,024 | |
| Segment Expenses | |||
| Segment Expenses | (1,001,157) (88,940) (2,903,044) |
(3,993,141) | |
| Total Segment Expense | (1,001,157) (88,940) (2,903,044) |
(3,993,141) | |
| Income Tax Expense | - | ||
| Net Result | (821,542) 60,815 (2,778,390) |
(3,539,117) | |
| Assets | |||
| Segment assets | 680,587 291,694 1,554,351 |
2,526,632 | |
| Total Assets | 680,587 291,694 1,554,351 |
2,526,632 | |
| Liabilities | |||
| Segment liabilities | (670,381) (200,488) (1,510,777) |
(2,381,646) | |
| Total Liabilities | (670,381) (200,488) (1,510,777) |
(2,381,646) |
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| 30 June 2012 | 30 June 2012 | R&D HyperImmune Products Corporate |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| $ $ $ | $ | ||
| Segment Revenue | |||
| Revenue from external customers | - 448,494 - |
448,494 | |
| License fees from external customers | 480,215 - - |
480,215 | |
| R&D tax offset refund | 254,508 - - |
254,508 | |
| Interest revenue | - - 14,248 |
14,248 | |
| Othergains/(losses) | - - 367,589 |
367,589 | |
| Total Segment Revenue | 734,723 448,494 381,837 |
1,565,054 | |
| Segment Expenses | |||
| Segment Expenses | (1,572,484) (261,565) (2,028,525) |
(3,862,574) | |
| Total Segment Expense | (1,572,484) (261,565) (2,028,525) |
(3,862,574) | |
| Income Tax Expense | - - - |
- | |
| Net Loss | (837,761) 186,929 (1,646,688) |
(2,297,520) | |
| Assets | |||
| Segment assets | 1,674,597 456,620 1,507,069 |
3,638,286 | |
| Total Assets | 1,674,597 456,620 1,507,069 |
3,638,286 | |
| Liabilities | |||
| Segment liabilities | (366,840) (149,368) (1,072,097) |
(1,588,305) | |
| Total Liabilities | (366,840) (149,368) (1,072,097) |
(1,588,305) |
Note 21. Cash Flow Information
(a) Reconciliation of cash flow from operations with loss after income tax
| 30 Jun 2013 | 30 Jun 2012 | |
|---|---|---|
| $ | $ | |
| Net Loss for the year | (3,539,117) | (2,297,520) |
| Add back depreciation expense | 14,370 | 12,566 |
| Add back amortisation expense | 720,000 | 60,000 |
| Add (Gain) /Loss on debenture derivative | (113,765) | (367,589) |
| Effective Interest Rate Adjustment on borrowings | 143,365 | 47,827 |
| Add equity-based payments for nil consideration | 57,986 | 214,510 |
| Add back profit or loss on sale of asset | 3,134 | - |
| (Increases)/Decreases in Accounts Receivable | 189,314 | (171,158) |
| (Increases)/Decreases in Other Current Assets | 194,791 | (183,504) |
| Increases/(Decreases)in Accounts Payable | 284,515 | 222,209 |
| Net cash flows used in operating activities | (2,045,407) | (2,462,659) |
(b) Non-cash financing and investing activities
See Note 22 for details regarding issues of options to employees and for details surrounding the issue of shares to suppliers. Expenses associated with share based payments are included in share based payment expenses and R&D expenses.
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Note 22. Share-based Payments
Executives and consultants may be provided with longer-term incentives through the Company’s Executive Share and Option Plan (ESOP), to allow the executives and consultants to participate in, and benefit from, the growth of the Company as a result of their efforts and to assist in motivating and retaining these key employees over the long term.
(a) Options Issued under the ESOP
The following table illustrates the number and weighted average exercise price of and movement in share options issued under the scheme during the year:
| 30 | June 2013 | June 2013 | 30 | June 2012 | June 2012 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weighted | Weighted | |||||
| No. of | Average | No. of | Average | |||
| Options | Exercise Price | Options | Exercise Price | |||
| $ | $ | |||||
| Outstanding at the beginning of the year | 4,000,000 | 0.07 | - | - | ||
| Granted | 10,000,000 | 0.04 | 4,000,000 | 0.07 | ||
| Forfeited | - | - | - | - | ||
| Exercised | - | - | - | - | ||
| Expired | - | - | - | - | ||
| Outstanding at year-end | 14,000,000 | 0.051 | 4,000,000 | 0.07 | ||
| Exercisable at year-end | 5,750,000 | 0.061 | 4,000,000 | 0.07 |
The options outstanding at 30 June 2013 have a weighted average remaining contractual life of 3.25 years.
(b) Vesting Terms of Options
The following summarises information about options held by employees and Directors as at 30 June 2013:
| Issue Date | Number of Options | Vesting | Expiry Date | Exercise Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conditions | $ | |||
| 28 June 2012 | 4,000,000 |
Milestone Based | 30 June 2014 | $0.07 |
| 18 July 2012 | 3,000,000 | Nil | 30 June 2015 | $0.04 |
| 1 Nov 2012 | 7,000,000 | 25% per annum | 1 Nov 2017 | $0.04 |
June 2012 Options
Each of the options with a grant date of 28 June 2012, entitle the holder to purchase one ordinary share in Immuron Limited at an exercise price of $0.07. These options will deemed to have vested upon completion of certain prerequisite conditions being achieved specific to each individual staff member to the satisfaction and discretion of the Board.
Due to the exercise price of these options being considerably higher than the current share price, it is unlikely that these options will be exercised into new fully paid ordinary shares before their expiry date.
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July 2012 Options
The options with an issue date of 18 July 2012, entitle the holder to purchase one ordinary share in Immuron Limited at an exercise price of $0.04. There are no performance conditions attached to the options. The options were deemed to have been fully vested on their date on issue.
Due to the exercise price of these options being considerably higher than the current share price, it is unlikely that these options will be exercised into new fully paid ordinary shares before their expiry date.
November 2012 Options
The options with an issue date of 1 November 2012, entitle the holder to purchase one ordinary share in Immuron Limited at an exercise price of $0.04. There are no performance conditions attached to the options as the options vest accordingly to the following anniversary dates:
-
25% of the total quantum of these options issued vested immediately upon issue
-
25% of the total quantum of these options issued vest on 1 July 2013
-
25% of the total quantum of these options issued vest on 1 July 2014
-
25% of the total quantum of these options issued vest on 1 July 2015
Due to the exercise price of these options being considerably higher than the current share price, it is unlikely that these options will be exercised into new fully paid ordinary shares before their expiry date.
(c) Deemed Valuation of Options
The fair value of the options granted under the Company’s Executive Share and Option Plan (ESOP) is estimated as at the grant date using a binominal model taking into account the terms and conditions upon which the options were granted.
June 2012 Options
The following table lists the inputs to the model used to determine the weighted average value of the options expensed during the year:
| he options expensed during the year: | |
|---|---|
| Vesting date | Upon achievement of set milestones |
| Dividend yield | - |
| Expected volatility | 29% |
| Risk-free interest rate | 4.25% |
| Expected life of option (years) | 3 years |
| Option exercise price | $0.07 |
| Weighted average share price at grant date | $0.06 |
| Value per option | $0.0075 |
At 30 June 2013 the market share price was $0.004.
The expected life of the option is based on historical data and is not necessarily indicative of exercise patterns that may occur. The expected volatility reflects the assumption that the historical volatility is indicative of future trends, which may also not necessarily be the actual outcome.
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July 2012 Options
The following table lists the inputs to the model used to determine the weighted average value of the options expensed during the year:
| he following table lists the inputs to the model used he options expensed during the year: |
to determine the weight |
|---|---|
| Vesting date | 18 July 2012 |
| Dividend yield | - |
| Expected volatility | 74% |
| Risk-free interest rate | 3.25% |
| Expected life of option (years) | 2.95 years |
| Option exercise price | $0.04 |
| Weighted average share price at grant date | $0.021 |
| Value per option | $0.007 |
At 30 June 2013 the market share price was $0.004.
The expected life of the option is based on historical data and is not necessarily indicative of exercise patterns that may occur. The expected volatility reflects the assumption that the historical volatility is indicative of future trends, which may also not necessarily be the actual outcome.
November 2012 Options
The following table lists the inputs to the model used to determine the weighted average value of the options expensed during the year:
| he options expensed during the year: | |
|---|---|
| Vesting date | |
| Dividend yield | - |
| Expected volatility | 70% |
| Risk-free interest rate | 3.25% |
| Expected life of option (years) | 5 years |
| Option exercise price | $0.04 |
| Weighted average share price at grant date | $0.017 |
| Value per option | $0.007 |
At 30 June 2013 the market share price was $0.004.
The expected life of the option is based on historical data and is not necessarily indicative of exercise patterns that may occur. The expected volatility reflects the assumption that the historical volatility is indicative of future trends, which may also not necessarily be the actual outcome.
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Note 23. Related Party Transactions
Transactions between related parties are on normal commercial terms and conditions no more favorable than those available to other parties unless otherwise stated.
The transactions with related parties are as follows:
| 30 | June | 2013 | 30 | June | 2012 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $ | $ |
Services rendered by Grandlodge Pty Ltd to Immuron Ltd:
Grandlodge is a marketing, warehousing and distribution logistics company which is part-owned and operated by Mr Stephen Anastasiou who is a Non-Executive Director of Immuron Limited.
Mr Peter Anastasiou and Mr David Plush are the other fellow owners of Grandlodge Pty Ltd whom are also major shareholders of Immuron Limited.
Commencing on 1 June 2013, Grandlodge was contracted on commercial market arms-length terms to provide their services for $70,000 per annum.
These fees will be payable in new fully paid ordinary shares in Immuron Limited at a set price of $0.004 per share representing Immuron Limited’s share price at the commencement of the agreement.
The shares to be issued to Grandlodge as compensation in lieu of cash payment for the services rendered under this agreement, will be subject to the prior approval of Immuron shareholders before they are allotted.
Grandlodge will also be reimbursed in cash for all reasonable costs and expenses incurred in accordance with their scope of works under the agreement, unless both parties agree to an alternative method of payment.
The agreement is cancellable by either party upon providing the other party with 30 days written notice of the termination of the agreement.
| Service fees paid to Grandlodge Pty Ltd during the year: | - | - |
|---|---|---|
| Outgoings reimbursed to Grandlodge Pty Ltd during the year: | - | - |
| Total paid by the Company to Grandlodge Pty Ltd during the year: | - | - |
| As at 30 June 2013, the Company owed Grandlodge Pty Ltd: | $5,833 | - |
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Notes to the Financial Statements (continued…)
Note 24. Financial Risk Management Objectives and Policies
(a) Financial Instruments
The Company's financial instruments consist of cash and cash equivalents, trade and other receivables and trade and other payables:
| 30 Jun 2013 | 30 Jun 2012 | |
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| $ | $ | |
| Cash and cash equivalents | 1,446,712 | 1,443,928 |
| Trade and other receivables | 15,438 | 204,752 |
| Trade and other payables | 1,231,327 | 947,545 |
| Financial liabilities | 1,150,319 | 640,760 |
(b) Risk Management Policy
The Board is responsible for overseeing the establishment and implementation of the risk management system, and reviews and assesses the effectiveness of the Company's implementation of that system on a regular basis.
The Board and Senior Management identify the general areas of risk and their impact on the activities of the Company, with Management performing a regular review of:
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o possible new approaches that more efficiently and effectively address the risk.
Management report risks identified to the Board through the monthly Operations Report.
The Company seeks to ensure that its exposure to undue risk which is likely to impact its financial performance, continued growth and survival is minimised in a cost effective manner.
(c) Significant Accounting Policy
Details of significant accounting policies and methods adopted, including the criteria for recognition, the basis for measurement and the basis on which income and expenses are recognised, in respect of each class of financial asset, financial liability and equity instrument are disclosed in Note 1 to the financial statements.
The carrying amounts of cash and cash equivalents, trade and other receivables, trade and other payables and financial liabilities represents their fair values determined in accordance with the accounting policies disclosed in Note 1.
Interest revenue on cash and cash equivalents and foreign exchange movements on trade and other receivables and trade and other payables are disclosed in Note 2 and Note 3.
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Notes to the Financial Statements (continued…)
(d) Capital Risk Management
The Company's objectives when managing capital are to safeguard the Company's ability to continue as a going concern and to maintain an optimal capital structure so as to maximise shareholder value.
In order to maintain or achieve an optimal capital structure, the Company may issue new shares or reduce its capital, subject to the provisions of the Company's constitution. The capital structure of the Company consists of equity attributed to equity holders of the Company, comprising contributed equity, reserves and accumulated losses disclosed in Notes 18 and 19.
By monitoring undiscounted cash flow forecasts and actual cash flows provided to the Board by the Company's Management the Board monitors the need to raise additional equity from the equity markets.
(e) Financial Risk Management
The main risks the Company is exposed to through its operations are interest rate risk, foreign exchange risk, credit risk and liquidity risk.
Interest Rate Risk
The Company is exposed to interest rate risks via the cash and cash equivalents that it holds. Interest rate risk is the risk that a financial instruments value will fluctuate as a result of changes in market interest rates. The objective of managing interest rate risk is to minimise the Company's exposure to fluctuations in interest rate that might impact its interest revenue and cash flow.
To manage interest rate risk, the Company locks a portion of the Company's cash and cash equivalents into term deposits. The maturity of term deposits is determined based on the Company's cash flow forecast.
Interest rate risk is considered when placing funds on term deposits. The Company considers the reduced interest rate received by retaining cash and cash equivalents in the Company's operating account compared to placing funds into a term deposit. This consideration also takes into account the costs associated with breaking a term deposit should early access to cash and cash equivalents be required.
The Company's exposure to interest rate risk and the weighted average interest rates on the Company's financial assets and financial liabilities is as follows:
There has been no change to the Company's exposure to interest rate risk or the manner in which it manages and measures its risk in the year ended 30 June 2013.
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Notes to the Financial Statements (continued…)
| Weighted | Floating | Fixed Interest | Fixed Interest | Non-Interest | Carrying Value in | Carrying Value in | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 June 2013 | Average Effective | Interest Rate |
Rate within | Rate 1 to | Bearing | Statement of | ||
| Interest Rate | Year | 2 years | Total | Financial | Position | |||
| % | $ | $ | $ | $ | $ | $ | ||
| Financial Assets | ||||||||
| Cash and cash equivalents | 2.60% | 1,446,712 | - | - | - | 1,446,712 | 1,446,712 | |
| Trade and other receivables | - | - | - | 15,438 | 15,438 | 15,438 | ||
| Total Financial Assets | 1,446,712 | - | - | 15,438 | 1,462,150 | 1,462,150 | ||
| Financial Liabilities | ||||||||
| Trade and other payables | - | - | - | 1,231,327 | 1,231,327 | 1,231,327 | ||
| Financial liabilities | - | 155,808 | 1,635,984 | - | 1,791,792 | 1,146,164 | ||
| Total Financial Liabilities | - | - | - | 1,231,327 | 3,023,119 | 2,377,491 | ||
| Weighted | Floating | Fixed Interest | Fixed Interest | Non-Interest | Carrying Value in | |||
| 30 June 2012 | Average Effective | Interest Rate |
Rate within | Rate 1 to | Bearing | Statement of | ||
| Interest Rate | Year | 5 years | Total | Financial | Position | |||
| % | $ | $ | $ | $ | $ | $ | ||
| Financial Assets | ||||||||
| Cash and cash equivalents | 3.40% | 1,443,928 | - | - | - | 1,443,928 | 1,443,928 | |
| Trade and other receivables | - | - | - | 204,752 | 204,752 | 204,752 | ||
| Total Financial Assets | 1,443,928 | - | - | 204,752 | 1,648,680 | 1,648,680 | ||
| Financial Liabilities | ||||||||
| Trade and other payables | - | - | - | 947,545 | 947,545 | 947,545 | ||
| Financial liabilities | - | 48,026 | 1,104,601 | - | 1,152,627 | 559,574 | ||
| Total Financial Liabilities | - | 48,026 | 1,104,601 | 947,545 | 2,100,172 | 1,507,119 |
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Notes to the Financial Statements (continued…)
The Company has conducted a sensitivity analysis of the Company's exposure to interest rate risk. The analysis shows that if the Company's interest rate was to fluctuate as disclosed below and all other variables had remained constant, then the interest rate sensitivity impact on the Company's loss after tax and equity would be as follows:
| (Higher) / Lower | (Higher) / Lower | (Higher) / Lower | |||
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| 30 Jun | 2013 | 30 Jun 2012 | |||
| $ | $ | ||||
| AUD/CAD: | 2013: +7.96% | (2012: +7.00%) | 12,402 | 6,724 | |
| AUD/CAD: | 2013: -7.96% | (2012: -7.00%) | (12,402) | (6,724) |
Foreign Currency Risk
The Company is exposed to foreign currency risk via the trade and other receivables and trade and other payables that it holds. Foreign currency risk is the risk that the value of a financial instrument will fluctuate due to changes in foreign exchange rates. The Company aims to take a conservative position in relation to foreign currency risk hedging when budgeting for overseas expenditure however, the Company does not have a policy to hedge overseas payments or receivables as they are highly variable in amount and timing, due to the reliance on activities carried out by overseas entities and their billing cycle.
The following financial assets and liabilities are subject to foreign currency risk:
| 30 Jun 2013 | 30 Jun 2012 | |
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| $ | $ | |
| Trade and other payables (AUD/USD) | 351,745 | 155,508 |
| Trade and other payables (AUD/NZD) | 220,009 | - |
| Financial liabilities (AUD/CAD) | 1,146,164 | 559,575 |
Foreign currency risk is measured by regular review of our cash forecasts, monitoring the dollar amount and currencies that payment are anticipated to be paid in. The Company also considers the market fluctuations in relevant currencies to determine the level of exposure. If the level of exposure is considered by Management to be too high, then Management has authority to take steps to reduce the risk.
Steps to reduce risk may include the acquisition of foreign currency ahead of the anticipated due date of an invoice, or may include negotiations with suppliers to make payment in our functional currency, or may include holding receipted foreign currency funds in a foreign currency denominated bank account to make future payments denominated in that same currency. Should Management determine that the Company consider taking out a hedge to reduce the foreign currency risk, they would need to seek Board approval.
The Company conducts some activities outside of Australia which exposes it to transactional currency movements, where the Company is required to pay in a currency other than its functional currency.
There has been no change in the manner the Company manages and measures its risk in the year ended 30 June 2013.
The Company is exposed to fluctuations in the United States, Canadian, and New Zealand dollars. Analysis is conducted on a currency by currency basis using sensitivity variables.
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Notes to the Financial Statements (continued…)
The Company has conducted a sensitivity analysis of the Company's exposure to foreign currency risk. The analysis shows that if the Company's exposure to foreign currency risk was to fluctuate as disclosed below and all other variables had remained constant, then the foreign currency sensitivity impact on the Company's loss after tax and equity would be as follows:
| (Higher) / Lower (Higher) / Lower |
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| 30 Jun 2013 30 Jun 2012 |
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| Cash and trade payables: AUD/USD: 2013: +2.00% (2012: +2.40%) 57,106 18,661 AUD/USD: 2013: -2.00% (2012: -2.40%) (57,106) (18,661) AUD/NZD: 2013: +7.00% (2012: N/A) 19,075 - AUD/NZD: 2013: -7.00% (2012: N/A) (19,075) - Financial liabilities: AUD/CAD: 2013: +7.96% (2012: +7.00%) 91,565 44,853 AUD/CAD: 2013: -7.96% (2012: -7.00%) (91,565) (44,853) |
Credit Risk
The Company is exposed to credit risk via its cash and cash equivalents and trade and other receivables. Credit risk is the risk that a counter-party will default on its contractual obligations resulting in a financial loss to the Company. To reduce risk exposure for the Company's cash and cash equivalents, it places them with high credit quality financial institutions.
The Company’s major ongoing customers are the large pharmaceutical companies for the distribution of Travelan and other Hyperimmune products, and Government bodies for the receipt of GST refunds and Research and Development Tax Concession amounts due to the Company from the Australian Tax Office.
The Company has a policy that limits the credit exposure to customers and regularly monitors its credit exposure. The Board believe that the Company does not have significant credit risk at this time in respect of its trade and other receivables.
The Company has analysed its trade and other receivables below:
| 0-30 days | 31-60 days | 61-90 days | 90+ days | ||||
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| $ | $ | $ | $ | ||||
| 2013 | Trade and other receivables | 15,438 | - | - | 19,105 | ||
| 2012 | Trade and other receivables | 189,147 | - | - | 19,105 |
A provision has been placed against the 90+ days outstanding liability due to its uncertainty of recovery. It has been determined not to permanently write this amount off as the parties are continuing to negotiate a settlement amount.
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Notes to the Financial Statements (continued…)
Liquidity Risk
The Company is exposed to liquidity risk via its trade and other payables and its interest bearing convertible note debenture.
Liquidity risk is the risk that the Company will encounter difficulty in raising funds to meet the commitments associated with its financial instruments. Responsibility for liquidity risk rests with the Board who manage liquidity risk by monitoring undiscounted cash flow forecasts and actual cash flows provided to them by the Company's Management at Board meetings to ensure that the Company continues to be able to meet its debts as and when they fall due.
Contracts are not entered into unless the Board believes that there is sufficient cash flow to fund the additional activity. The Board considers when reviewing its undiscounted cash flow forecasts whether the Company needs to raise additional funding from the equity markets.
The Company has analysed its trade and other payables below:
| 0-30 days | 31-60 | days | 61-90 | days | 90+ days | ||
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| $ | $ | $ | $ | ||||
| 2013 | Trade and other payables | 1,195,127 | 34,853 | 1,232 | 115 | ||
| 2012 | Trade and other payables | 746,230 | 159,888 | 29,768 | 11,661 |
Note 25. Events after the Balance Date
15 July 2013 - Immuron issued 31,746,031 unlisted options exercisable at $0.0075 per option on or before 30 June 2016 to employees and consultants of the Company under the current ESOP plan.
There have not been any matters or circumstances, other than those referred to above and in the financial statements or notes thereto, that have arisen since the end of the financial year, which significantly affected, or may significantly affect, the operations of Immuron Limited, the results of those operations or the state of affairs of Immuron Limited in future financial years.
Note 26. Company Details
The registered office of the Company is:
Suite 1, 1233 High Street, Armadale, Victoria, Australia 3143.
The principal place of business of the Company is:
Level 1, 18 Kavanagh Street, Southbank, Victoria, Australia 3006.
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Directors’ Declaration
The Directors of the Company declare that:
In the opinion of the Directors:
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the financial statements and notes, as set out on pages 15 to 73 are in accordance with the Corporations Act 2001 and:
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a. comply with Accounting Standards and the Corporations Regulations 2001; and
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b. give a true and fair view of the financial position as at 30 June 2013 and of the performance for the year ended on that date of the Company;
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c. the financial statements and notes also comply with International Financial Reporting Standards as disclosed in Note 1.
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in the Directors' opinion there are reasonable grounds to believe that the Company will be able to pay its debts as and when they become due and payable.
This declaration has been made after receiving the declarations required to be made to the Directors in accordance with Section 295A of the Corporations Act 2011 for the financial year ended 30 June 2013.
For and on behalf of the Board;
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Mr Amos Meltzer Interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Dated: This the 27[th] Day of September 2013
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Shareholder Information (As at 27 September 2013)
Number of Holders of Equity Securities
Ordinary Shares
1,035,450,143 fully paid ordinary shares are held by 1,846 individual holders. All ordinary shares carry one vote per share.
Distribution of Ordinary Fully Paid Shareholders:
| Ordinary Shares | Ordinary Shares | |
|---|---|---|
| HoldingRanges | No. of Holders | Total Units |
| 1 - 1,000 | 93 | 48,230 |
| 1,001 - 5,000 | 317 | 979,024 |
| 5,001 - 10,000 | 249 | 2,122,536 |
| 10,001 - 100,000 | 610 | 26,156,679 |
| 100,001 + | 577 | 1,006,143,674 |
| Totals | 1,846 | 1,035,450,143 |
| Unmarketableparcels | 1,312 | 34,146,235 |
Twenty Largest Ordinary Fully Paid Shareholders:
| Shareholders | Shareholders | Number | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GRANDLODGE PTY LTD | 101,626,929 | 9.81 |
| 2 | CHIMAERA CAPITAL LIMITED | 71,250,000 | 6.88 |
| 3 | MR PETER ANASTASIOU + MRS KRISTINE PATRICIA ANASTASIOU | 66,700,000 | 6.44 |
| 4 | HADASIT MEDICAL RESEARCH SERVICES & DEVELOPMENT LTD | 59,164,094 | 5.71 |
| 5 | CAPITAL CONCERNS PTY LIMITED | 54,627,723 | 5.28 |
| 6 | FIFTY-FIFTH LEPRECHAUN PTY LTD | 50,000,000 | 4.83 |
| 7 | MR DAVID ANTHONY + MRS ANN LOUISE PLUSH | 33,363,000 | 3.22 |
| 8 | DR RUSSELL KAY HANCOCK | 25,000,000 | 2.41 |
| 9 | INSYNC INVESTMENTS PTY LTD | 21,000,000 | 2.03 |
| 10 | G & N LORD SUPERANNUATION PTY LTD | 20,380,234 | 1.97 |
| 11 | MR HAMISH SALMON + MRS BRIGETTE MCGUIRE | 16,000,000 | 1.55 |
| 12 | MRS JACLYN STOJANOVSKI + MR CHRIS RETZOS + MRS SUSIE RETZOS | 15,000,000 | 1.45 |
| 13 | WESTPARK OPERATIONS PTY LTD | 15,000,000 | 1.45 |
| 14 | DR ROGER ASTON | 12,922,482 | 1.25 |
| 15 | TEXAS WOODS PTY LTD | 11,586,400 | 1.12 |
| 16 | ADVANCE PUBLICITY PTY LTD | 11,170,000 | 1.08 |
| 17 | HALLAM DRAINAGE PTY LTD | 10,300,000 | 0.99 |
| 18 | KIRZY PTY LTD | 10,000,000 | 0.97 |
| 19 | SOMNUS PTY LTD | 10,000,000 | 0.97 |
| 20 | ALAVEN CONSUMER HEALTHCARE INC | 9,017,229 | 0.87 |
| Total | 624,108,091 | 60.28 | |
| Total balance of remainingholders | 411,342,052 | 39.72 | |
| TOTAL ON ISSUE | 1,035,450,143 | 100.00 |
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Shareholder Information (As at 27 September 2013) (continued…)
Listed Options (IMCO)
2,752,230 options exercisable at $0.12 per option on or before 15 December 2013 are held by 176 individual holders. Each listed option, upon exercise, entitles the holder to one fully paid ordinary share.
Distribution of Optionholders:
| Ordinary Shares | Ordinary Shares | |
|---|---|---|
| HoldingRanges | No. of Holders | Total Units |
| 1 - 1,000 | 69 | 26,473 |
| 1,001 - 5,000 | 44 | 110,916 |
| 5,001 - 10,000 | 22 | 163,983 |
| 10,001 - 100,000 | 38 | 1,236,548 |
| 100,001 + | 3 | 1,214,310 |
| Totals | 176 | 2,752,230 |
Twenty Largest Listed Optionholders:
| Optionholders | Optionholders | Number | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | HADASIT MEDICAL RESEARCH SERVICES & DEVELOPMENT LTD | 893,357 | 32.46 |
| 2 | CCZ CORPORATE FINANCE PTY LTD | 214,286 | 7.79 |
| 3 | NAVIGATOR AUSTRALIA LTD | 106,667 | 3.88 |
| 4 | YIMBOON PTY LTD | 100,000 | 3.63 |
| 5 | MR JOHN SPEEDIE | 88,172 | 3.20 |
| 6 | KROEGER ENTERPRISES PTY LTD | 72,528 | 2.64 |
| 7 | R B KEENAN SUPERANNUATION PTY LTD | 71,433 | 2.60 |
| 8 | ROGER GEORGE DAVIS | 66,667 | 2.42 |
| 9 | MR LLOYD D'SOUZA | 59,167 | 2.15 |
| 10 | MR DONALD LOGAN & MR DAVID LOGAN | 58,718 | 2.13 |
| 11 | PRIVATE CLIENT ADVISERS PTY LTD | 53,334 | 1.94 |
| 12 | MRS MARIA LORANDI | 50,385 | 1.83 |
| 13 | DEAVIN FAMILY SUPER FUND PTY LTD | 40,100 | 1.46 |
| 14 | PASTIS PTY LTD | 37,911 | 1.38 |
| 15 | A S MUNN (CONSULTANTS) PTY LTD | 33,334 | 1.21 |
| 16 | CHRIS ROBERTS ENTERPRISES PTY LTD | 33,334 | 1.21 |
| 17 | EXEC FACTOR PTY LTD | 33,334 | 1.21 |
| 18 | SPRINGFIELD (PT) PTY LTD | 26,667 | 0.97 |
| 19 | MRS GLORIA FAY CHAPMAN & MR ATHOL MURRAY CHAPMAN <GF & AM | 26,048 | 0.95 |
| CHAPMAN S/F A/C> | |||
| 20 | MR DONALD ALEXANDER LOGAN | 25,385 | 0.92 |
| Total | 2,090,827 | 75,97 | |
| Total balance of remaining holders | 2,752,230 | 24.03 | |
| TOTAL ON ISSUE | 2,752,230 | 100.00 |
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Shareholder Information (As at 27 September 2013) (continued…)
Listed Options (IMCOA)
116,024,381 options exercisable at $0.04 per option on or before 30 April 2015 are held by 1,843 individual holders. Each listed option, upon exercise, entitles the holder to one fully paid ordinary share.
Distribution of Optionholders:
| Ordinary Shares | Ordinary Shares | |
|---|---|---|
| HoldingRanges | No. of Holders | Total Units |
| 1 - 1,000 | 357 | 178,779 |
| 1,001 - 5,000 | 527 | 1,411,264 |
| 5,001 - 10,000 | 196 | 1,433,038 |
| 10,001 - 100,000 | 568 | 21,047,061 |
| 100,001 + | 195 | 91,954,239 |
| Totals | 1,843 | 116,024,381 |
Twenty Largest Listed Optionholders:
| Optionholders | Optionholders | Number | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | HADASIT MEDICAL RESEARCH SERVICES & DEVELOPMENT LTD | 14,791,024 | 12.75 |
| 2 | CAPITAL CONCERNS PTY LIMITED | 8,656,931 | 7.46 |
| 3 | MR HAMISH SALMON | 2,500,000 | 2.15 |
| 4 | ALAVEN CONSUMER HEALTHCARE INC | 2,254,308 | 1.94 |
| 5 | HALLAM DRAINAGE PTY LTD | 1,550,000 | 1.34 |
| 6 | MR JOSEF HAHN | 1,549,951 | 1.34 |
| 7 | RAKIO PTY LTD | 1,437,542 | 1.24 |
| 8 | DR RUSSELL KAY HANCOCK | 1,400,000 | 1.21 |
| 9 | MR MARCUS ALLEN KATALINIC | 1,398,274 | 1.21 |
| 10 | G & N LORD SUPERANNUATION PTY LTD | 1,250,000 | 1.08 |
| 11 | SANDHURST TRUSTEES LTD | 1,242,500 | 1.07 |
| 12 | MR DAVID A HAMILTON | 1,198,761 | 1.03 |
| 13 | BLAU HOLDINGS PTY LTD | 1,185,000 | 1.02 |
| 14 | MR ANDREW SAUL TELKES | 1,072,302 | 0.92 |
| 15 | TREVOR MEYER MANAGEMENT PTY LTD | 1,000,000 | 0.86 |
| 16 | MR MARK HENRY COOMBE-TENNANT | 818,750 | 0.71 |
| 17 | ADVANCE PUBLICITY PTY LTD | 800,000 | 0.69 |
| 18 | INSYNC INVESTMENTS PTY LTD | 800,000 | 0.69 |
| 19 | DR IAN HAMILTON CRICK | 773,672 | 0.67 |
| 20 | MRS JACLYN STOJANOVSKI + MR CHRIS RETZOS + MRS SUSIE RETZOS | 769,118 | 0.66 |
| Total | 46,448,133 | 40.03 | |
| Total balance of remaining holders | 69,576,248 | 59.97 | |
| TOTAL ON ISSUE | 116,024,381 | 100.00 |
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Shareholder Information (As at 27 September 2013) (continued…)
Substantial Shareholders
The names of substantial shareholders the Company is aware of from the register, or who have notified the Company in accordance with Section 671B of the Corporations Act are:
| Substantial Shareholders | Number of Shares | % |
|---|---|---|
| GRANDLODGE PTY LTD, PETER ANASTASIOU , | 168,326,929 | 16.56 |
| GRANDLODGE THOROUGHBREDS PTY LTD, & PETER ANASTASIOU | ||
| (as notified to the Company on 3 May 2013) | ||
| DAVID PLUSH & TEXAS WOODS PTY LTD | 146,576,329 | 14.42 |
| (as notified to the Company on 3 May 2013) | ||
| HADASIT MEDICAL RESEARCH SERVICES & DEVELOPMENT LTD | 59,164,094 | 5.71 |
| (as notified to the Company on 6 May 2013) | ||
| CAPITAL CONCERNS PTY LIMITED | 54,627,723 | 5.38 |
| (as notified to the Companyon 3 May2013) | ||
| Total Number of Shares Held by Substantial Shareholders | 378,695,075 | 42.07 |
SHAREHOLDER ENQUIRIES
Shareholders with enquiries about their shareholdings should contact the Share Register:
Computershare Investor Services Pty Ltd Yarra Falls, 452 Johnston Street Abbotsford Victoria, Australia. 3067
Telephone: +61 1300 850 505 Facsimilie: +61 (0)3 9473 2500
CHANGE OF ADDRESS, CHANGE OF NAME, CONSOLIDATION OF SHAREHOLDINGS
Shareholders should contact the Share Registry to obtain details of the procedure required for any of these changes.
REMOVAL FROM THE ANNUAL REPORT MAILING LIST
Shareholders who wish to receive the Annual Report should advise the Share Registry in writing. These shareholders will continue to receive all other shareholder information.
TAX FILE NUMBERS
It is important that Australian resident shareholders, including children, have their tax file number or exemption details noted by the Share Registry.
CHESS (Clearing House Electronic Subregister System)
Shareholders wishing to move to uncertified holdings under the Australian Stock Exchange (CHESS) system should contact their stockbroker.
UNCERTIFIED SHARE REGISTER
Shareholding statement are issued at the end of each month that there is a transaction that alters the balance of your holding.
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Com an Director p y y
AUSTRALIAN COMPANY NUMBER (ACN) 063 114 045
Immuron Limited is a Public Company Limited by shares and is domiciled in Australia.
DIRECTORS
Dr. Roger Aston Dr. Elane Zelcer Mr. Daniel Pollock Mr. Stephen Anastasiou
Independent Non-Executive Chairman Independent Non-Executive Deputy Chairman Independent Non-Executive Director Non-Executive Director
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (CEO)
Mr. Amos Meltzer
COMPANY SECRETARIES
Mr. Phillip Hains Mr. Peter Vaughan
PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS
Suite 1, 1233 High Street Armadale, Victoria, 3143 Australia Telephone: + 61 (0)3 9824 5254 Facsimile: + 61 (0)3 9822 7735
REGISTERED OFFICE
Suite 1, 1233 High Street Armadale, Victoria, 3143 Australia Telephone: + 61 (0)3 9824 5254 Facsimile: + 61 (0)3 9822 7735
SHARE REGISTRY
Computershare Investor Services Pty Limited Yarra Falls, 452 Johnston Street Abbotsford, Victoria, 3067 Australia Telephone: +61 (0)3 9415 5000 Facsimile: +61 (0)3 9473 2500
SOLICITORS
K&L Gates LLP Level 25, 525 Collins Street Melbourne Victoria, 3000 Australia Telephone: + 61 (0)3 9205 2000 Facsimile: + 61 (0)3 9205 2055
AUDITORS
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PWC) 2 Southbank Boulevard Southbank, Victoria, 3006 Australia Telephone: + 61 (0)3 8603 1000 Facsimile: + 61 (0)3 8603 1999
BANKERS
National Australia Bank (NAB) 330 Collins Street, Melbourne, Victoria, 3000 Australia
WEBSITES
www.immuron.com www.travelan.com.au
SECURITIES QUOTED
Australian Securities Exchange
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Ordinary Fully Paid Shares (Code: IMC)
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Listed Options over Ordinary Fully Paid Shares (Code: IMCO) exercisable at $0.12 per option on or before 15 December 2015.
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Listed Options over Ordinary Fully Paid Shares (Code: IMCOA) exercisable at $0.04 per option on or before 30 April 2015.
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