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Nordic Unmanned ASA — Earnings Release 2021
Aug 19, 2021
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HIGHLIGHTS
Q2 FINANCIALS OPERATIONAL HIGHLIGHTS MARKET OUTLOOK APPENDIX
Ready for take-off on «Stefan Cel Mare» in the Black Sea, Romania
HIGHLIGHTS
- Revenue grew by 284% compared to Q2 2020.
- Adjusted EBITDA of NOK 3.1 mill.
- Flight hours increased by 293% compared to Q2 2020.
- New delivery of CAMCOPTER system.
- Dual CAMCOPTER deployment in Lithuania and France.
- Acquisition in Germany of AirRobot*.
- EUR 20 million fixed-wing drone system conditional contract award*.
- Contract Backlog increase of 28%.
- Completion of 2021 organization build-up.
*Signed in July.
3 Before take-off, supporting EFCA and SASEMAR in the Atlantic Sea, Spain, onboard «Don Inda».
COMPANY EVENTS Q2
Deployment in France and Spain
Nordic Unmanned accepted delivery of its second CAMCOPTER S-100 system. This is the second deployment in the Strait of Calais for French authorities. We are also monitoring emission in the Bay of Gibraltar, from the south of Spain.
EUR 10 million contract with Schiebel
The scope of the contract is for environmental monitoring and maritime surveillance services by deployment from land or vessels.
MOU signed with Dutco
In July, Nordic Unmanned signed an MOU with Dutco, the parent of an established group operating from Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Conditional award OP 46
Nordic Unmanned was in July, notified of a conditional award of the EMSA tender OP46.The official value of the framework contract is EUR 20 million over a period of up to 2+1+1 years. Nordic Unmanned is the contractual partner with EMSA. Nordic Unmanned will utilize Textron (NYSE: TXT) Aerosonde and the first system, will be delivered in Q4.
AirRobot acquisition
In July, Nordic Unmanned signed an agreement to acquire the leading German drone developer and manufacturer AirRobot. The acquisition extends the product and customer portfolio within the Defense & Security business area and secures patented world-leading last-mile unmanned delivery technology.
MOU signed with OMNI Taxi Aereo
In July, Nordic Unmanned signed an MOU with OMNI Taxi Aereo (OTA), a leading Brazilian air transport operator providing aeromedical assistance, offshore, and fixed wing charter services.
REVENUE GROWTH HAS ACCELERATED
Ready for take-off in June this year, supporting EFCA and SASEMAR in Spain, onboard the «Don Inda»
BREAKDOWN OF REVENUE
Revenue by business area
57 % 43 % Drone-as-a-service System integrator
Revenue by business area
Q2
H1
GEOGRAPHICAL BREAKDOWN OF REVENUE
Q2
Lithuania Spain France Romania Germany Belgium Netherlands Others
The sunset shimmering over the white cliffs of Dover, seen from the tail of the CAMCOPTER S-100
ADJUSTED EBITDA 3.1 MILL IN Q2 AND 2.6 MILL H1.
Q2 Adjusted EBITDA of NOK 3.1 mill:
- Improvement of NOK 4.9 mill, representing an adjusted EBITDA margin of 9%.
- EBITDA adjustments of 1.7 mill NOK related to Covid Cost.
- Reported EBITDA of 1.3 mill, an improvement of NOK 3.2 mill.
H1 Adjusted EBITDA of NOK 2.6 mill:
- Improvement of NOK 5.2 mill, representing an adjusted EBITDA margin of 5%.
- EBITDA adjustments of 5.2 mill NOK in aggregate as reported in Q1 and Q2.
- Reported EBITDA of -2.6 mill, an improvement of NOK 1 mill.
*Adjusted EBITDA described in "Definition" slide in the appendix
FOUNDATION FOR STRONG GROWTH IN PLACE
- Management Group completed by recruitment of Thomas Alexander Ladsten as Chief Legal Officer and Steffan Lindsø as Chief Technical Officer.
- Solid organization in place for future growth.
- Further recruitment to focus on operational personnel to handle growth.
- Additional staff from M&A activities.
Together with Bane NOR, our Digitalization unit inspected this 100 year old bridge infrastructure called «Jora Bru» at Dombås, Norway
FINANCIAL POSITION
- Second CAMCOPTER system accepted delivery in May.
- Third CAMCOPTER system under construction with a remaining committed investment of 37 mill NOK in Q3.
- Committed Q4 M&A investments of NOK 55 mill in cash related to AirRobot and NUAer. In addition, 9 mill in Nordic Unmanned shares to be issued.
- Total available cash and credit lines of NOK 124 mill.
Increased number of shareholders
Number of shareholders increased 21% from 3345 to 4036.
HIGLIGHTS Q2 FINANCIALS OPERATIONAL HIGHLIGHTS
MARKET OUTLOOK APPENDIX
One of our drone technicians inspecting the CAMCOPTER S-100 «JENS» in Lithuania
OPERATIONAL ACTIVITY IN H1 2021
CAMCOPTER S-100
Emission monitoring, maritime monitoring and surveillance for EMSA in Lithuania, France and Spain.
Test deployments in Denmark.
Multiple SAR operations.
Lockheed Martin Indago
Fishery control in Spain and on the Lundy Sentinel.
Border control Romania (Romanian Border Police).
Harbor authorities in Port of Antwerp.
Oil spill exercises.
Norway operations
Various system integration activity.
R&D activity.
Rail, bridge and telecom tower inspections
Digital terrain model scanning.
13 STRONG GROWTH IN OPERATIONAL ACTIVITY
545 flights Q2 / 827 flights H1
250% increase compared to 156 flights in Q2 2020.
131 environmental flights in Q2
Sniffing for SOx and NOx and support for marine littering.
15 days of oil spill exercises in Q2
Includes both preparation and drills.
10+ SAR operations
Monitoring 70-80% all ships
We participated in more than 10 SAR operations in the first half-year of 2021.
According to Lithuanian authorities, the RPAS service monitored 70-80% of all ships entering Lithuanian waters, where they previously monitored only 25% of all vessels.
Lockheed Martin Indago 3 onboard an oil prevention vessel in the Canary Island
FLIGHT HOURS H1 2021
Flight hours
The CAMCOPTER S-100 ready for take-off in France.
293% increased flight hours from Q2 2020
438 flight hours for the quarter and an increase of 293% from Q2 2020. Flight hours increased by 240% from H1 2020.
The view of the Black Sea from vessel in Romania, taken by one of our pilots
HIGHLIGHTS Q2 FINANCIALS OPERATIONAL HIGHLIGHTS MARKET OUTLOOK APPENDIX
28 % INCREASE IN BACKLOG AS PER Q2
The CAMCOPTER S-100 «ERNA», is ready for take-off by the Bay of Gibraltar
NOK 81 million Backlog net increase Q1
Total contract backlog
NOK 364 million*
*Value increase of NOK 7 million due to a stronger EUR/NOK.
Green Solutions Defense & Security Digitalization Logistics & Robotization
Added new contract backlog
EUR 10 million (NOK 103 mill) environmental contract with Schiebel. The EUR 20 million (NOK 205 mill) OP46 conditional award not included.
Contract Backlog
CRM PIPELINE AS PER JULY 30th
- Net increase in CRM pipeline of NOK 0.4 billion.
- Prospects stage increased by 23%.
- CRM pipeline does not include projects with ongoing negotiations or un-announced wins.
- OP46 is not included in the CRM pipeline.
Prospect: Potential leads not formally confirmed Qualified lead: Lead formally confirmed or received from client RFI delivered: Response to request for information (RFI) RFP / Proposal: Ongoing proposal response ITT / RFQ / Offer: Tender / Quotation / Offer submitted to client
Historical win rate of 36%
ENTERING THE LARGER FIXED-WING MARKET
The newly awarded EUR 20 mill OP46 EMSA opportunity is taking us into the long-range fixed wing market.
- Based on long-range fixed-wing solutions, we more than double the size of our accessible market in a very short time, supporting our communicated growth strategy.
- Total project investment of systems, payloads, infrastructure and training will be approximately EUR 10 million, with a project life expectancy of 10 years, and will be financed through a combination of debt and equity.
- System utilization on OP46 is expected to be approximately 60%, over the contract period of 2+1+1 years.
- The OP46 configuration test is the final step in the procurement before signing the framework contract (FWC) with the European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA).
- The test is planned and will be conducted before the end of Q3. Successful test will automatically trigger FWC signature and delivery of system 1 from Textron Systems.
Previous German Minister of Defence Ursula Von der Leyen alongside Bundeswehr official, showcasing one of AirRobot's systems.
ACQUISITION OF AIRROBOT
Nordic Unmanned signed an agreement to acquire AirRobot, a leading German drone developer and manufacturer on the 12th of July.
- The company is a long-standing supplier for the German armed forces ("Bundeswehr") of both drone systems and Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul ("MRO") services since 2005.
- Developed a patented concept for last-mile logistics placing Nordic Unmanned as a front runner in the global unmanned logistics market.
- The company holds the following certifications: ISO 9001:2015, NATO Quality Assurance AQAP 2130, and is in the process of completing the ISO 9100 certification process as an aircraft and defense manufacturer.
- 30 employees whereof 10 in development and 13 in production and MRO.
- Facilities of approximately 2000 square meters.
- The Acquisition price amount to EUR 4.45 mill, plus a potential EUR 0.5 mill earn-out element if certain criteria are met.
- The transaction is subject to German Foreign Investment Control Approval, and closing is expected to take place in Q4 2021.
20 INNOVATIONS – RADIOACTIVITY SNIFFER
Solution to detect radioactive substances
Developed for the Lockheed Martin Indago 3 UAS to detect and map gamma radiation with first commercial delivery in Q3 2021.
By integrating a high-end detector and combining its data with the UAV's positioning system, specialized software can map the varying radioactivity level across the Indago's flight path.
This new payload adds an entire new data set to the user community of the Indago system, furthermore, increasing the relevance of the system.
Detect different types of radioactivity
The payload can be used to detect radioactive substances in vessels, ports, border crossings and urban areas.
The payload will be a part of Nordic Unmanned's offering both as a system integrator and drone service provider.
21 CONTRACTUAL TRIGGERS – Q3 AND Q4 - MORE THAN NOK 400 (600) MILLION
Bane NOR
Rail infrastructure data collection, relevant analysis and postproduction of data, in order to assist for measures and actions to be taken by the Norwegian Rail Authority (Bane NOR).
Offshore energy
Future offshore logistic concept trials, shore to offshore, platform to platform and vessel to platform.
Long range fixed-wing maritime operations in European waters for the European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA).
European Maritime Safety Agency: Lightweight shortrange RPAS services supporting pollution response and multiple purpose vessel-based maritime surveillance.
Joint police tender
System integration supply to the Norwegian/Swedish police.
German armed forces
AirRobot (conditional approval) System integration and MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul) activity for Bundeswehr.
22 INCREASED CAPACITY AND MARKET DEVELOPMENT WILL DRIVE GROWTH FURTHER
2021 growth
2021 revenues expected to more than double from 2020.
2021 EBITDA
Full year 2021 adjusted EBITDA margin is expected to be significantly higher than in the first half-year of 2021.
Increased staff
Currently 73 FTE's by the end of first half of 2021. Targeting around 130 employees by the end of 2021.
M&A
1-2 M&As expected announced in second half of 2021.
2025 growth
Continuing increased fleet value
Targeting NOK 200 million in fleet value, delivered and in order by the end of 2021.
APPENDIX
HIGHLIGHTS Q2 FINANCIALS OPERATIONAL HIGHLIGHTS MARKET OUTLOOK
FINANCIAL REPORT 1ST HALF 2021
Income statement (Unaudited)
Highlights from Q2 and H1 2021
| FY 2020 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All figures in NOK | Q2 2021 | Q2 2020 | YTD 2021 | YTD 2020 | (Group) |
| Operating revenue | 32 974 153 | 8 593 759 | 49 596 615 | 18 181 950 | 66 325 212 |
| Cost of goods sold | 6 928 675 | 3 817 324 | 12 582 834 | 7 060 672 | 31 080 455 |
| Personell expenses | 12 204 876 | 4 300 467 | 20 622 581 | 10 532 505 | 20 010 006 |
| Other operating expenses | 12 499 679 | 2 389 441 | 18 976 430 | 4 124 522 | 12 659 397 |
| Total operating expenses | 31 633 229 | 10 507 232 | 52 181 846 | 21 717 699 | 63 749 858 |
| EBITDA | 1 340 924 | -1 913 473 | -2 585 230 | -3 535 749 | 2 575 354 |
| Depreciation and amortisation | |||||
| expenses | 3 618 440 | 675 000 | 5 758 094 | 1 425 000 | 5 054 805 |
| EBIT | -2 277 516 | -2 588 473 | -8 343 325 | -4 960 749 | -2 479 451 |
| Net financial items | -1 548 899 | 96 970 | 1 762 238 | -171 344 | -1 029 086 |
| Income (loss) before tax | -3 826 415 | -2 491 503 | -6 581 086 | -5 132 093 | -3 508 537 |
| Income tax | -841 812 | -473 386 | -1 447 839 | -1 052 624 | -5 982 386 |
| Net income (loss) | -2 984 603 | -2 018 117 | -5 133 247 | -4 079 469 | 2 473 849 |
Revenue by business area Q2
- Green Solutions the main contributor in 2nd quarter improving gross margin compared to 1q.
- EBITDA for the 2nd quarter of 1.34 mill (- 1.9 mill) and YTD of -2.6 mill (-3.5 mill)
- Increased depreciation due to increased fleet of Camcopters.
- Net financial items include disagio of 0.9 mill.
- There has been no transactions with related parties.
Figures for the income statement for 2020 for The Staaker Company AS, has not been incorporated, as the numbers are considered to be insignificant.
BALANCE SHEET
| All figures in NOK | Q2 2021 | Q4 2020 Group |
|---|---|---|
| Assets | ||
| Intangible assets | 35 434 951 | 33 588 695 |
| Aircraft and spareparts | 83 748 888 | 41 194 968 |
| Fixtures and fittings | 8 440 367 | 9 832 437 |
| Pre-payment fixed assets | 16 187 880 | |
| Financial assets | 30 000 | 30 000 |
| Total fixed assets | 143 842 086 | 84 646 100 |
| Inventory | 6 864 471 | 6 084 599 |
| Accounts receivables | 16 265 457 | 8 202 645 |
| Other current receivables | 52 290 163 | 13 277 440 |
| Cash and cash equivalents | 84 011 337 | 53 274 068 |
| Total current assets | 159 431 427 | 80 838 752 |
| Total assets | 303 273 514 165 484 852 | |
| Equity and liabilities | ||
| Equity | 207 674 364 116 398 127 | |
| Liabilities to financial institutions | 53 049 520 | 25 396 776 |
| Total long term liabilities | 53 049 520 | 25 396 776 |
| Liabilities to financial institutions | - | - |
| Trade creditors | 32 770 942 | 14 722 252 |
| Public duties payable | 2 125 708 | 2 271 164 |
| Other current debt | 7 652 980 | 6 696 533 |
| Total short term liabilities | 42 549 630 | 23 689 949 |
| Total liabilities | 95 599 150 | 49 086 725 |
| Total equity and liabilities | 303 273 514 | 165 484 852 |
Highlights from Q2 2021
- Delivery of a 2nd CAMCOPTER® S-100, and pre-payments fixed assets, reflects the acquisition and part payments of a 3rd system.
- Intangible assets include deferred tax assets of NOK 19.4 mill, own IP of 11.4 mill and Approvals/permits and Certifications of 4.5 mill.
- Book Equity Ratio of 68%.
- Solid cash position of NOK 84 mill. Undrawn overdraft and credit facilities of NOK 40 mill, in total NOK 124 mill.
- The company's growth has led to increased accounts receivables and trade creditors.
| CAPEX & CAPITALIZATION NOK mill | Added Q2 |
|---|---|
| Aircrafts / drones / equipment & tools |
38 |
| Approvals / permits / certifications |
0 |
| Own IP |
2.7 |
Costs which are directly associated with the development of intangible flight licenses, operational manuals and contracts controlled by the Company and which are estimated to generate economic benefits are recognized as intangible assets.
CASH FLOW STATEMENT
| All figures in NOK | Q2 2021 |
|---|---|
| Cash flow from operations | |
| Income (loss) before tax | - 3 826 415 |
| Taxes paid in the period | - |
| Depreciation and amortisation expenses | 3 618 440 |
| Changes in inventories | - 414 103 |
| Changes in accounts receivables | - 10 832 043 |
| Changes in accounts payable | 25 727 419 |
| Other operating cash flow | - 19 626 856 |
| Net cash from operations | - 5 353 557 |
| Cash flow from investments | |
| Purchase of fixed assets | - 38 126 628 |
| Capitalized R & D | - 2 766 566 |
| Other investing activities - net | |
| Net cash from investments | - 40 893 194 |
| Cash flow from financing activities | |
| Net disbursments overdraft facility | |
| Proceeds from new debt (short / long term) | 30 510 000 |
| Repayment of debt (short / long term) | - 892 986 |
| Proceeds from equity issue | 3 245 400 |
| Other finance cash flow - net | |
| Net cash from financing activities | 32 862 414 |
| Net cash for the period | - 13 384 338 |
| Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the period | 97 395 675 |
| Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period | 84 011 337 |
Highlights from Q2 2021
| • | Other operating cash flow |
include: | |
|---|---|---|---|
| • | Increase accrued revenue |
11.6 mill. |
|---|---|---|
| • | Increase prepaid expences |
0,8 mill |
• Increase training, and capability build up, 7.7 mill.
DEFINITIONS
| Revenue per flight hours | Total revenue (excluding revenue for the Defense & Security business area) for the period divided by total flight hours (excluding flight hours for the Defense & Security area) for the period. |
|---|---|
| EBITDA | Profit/(loss) for the period before net financial items, income tax expense, depreciation and amortization |
| Adjusted EBITDA* | (*) Adjusted EBITDA is EBITDA adjusted for one-off Covid-19 associated cost. Covid-19 associated cost includes additional medical certificates and tests, additional travel insurance, quarantine days for crew before and after operation, additional hotel and logistics costs and employee bonuses. |
| Contract backlog | Contract backlog includes the maximum remaining estimated value of signed contracts. |
| Historic win rate | Number of opportunities won with value above NOK 2 million divided by number of targeted opportunities above NOK 2 million |
| Revenue per country | Revenue divided into country of end-user |
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