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TERRACOM LIMITED Interim / Quarterly Report 2021

Feb 28, 2021

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TerraCom Limited Appendix 4D Half-year financial report

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1. Company details

Name of entity: TerraCom Limited ABN: 35 143 533 537 Reporting period: For the half-year ended 31 December 2020 Previous period: For the half-year ended 31 December 2019

2. Results for announcement to the market

$'000
Revenues from ordinary activities
up
51% to 190,395
Loss from ordinary activities after tax attributable to the owners of
TerraCom Limited up 461%
to
(52,324)
Loss for the half-year attributable to the owners of TerraCom Limited up 461% to (52,324)

The half-year financial report should be read in conjunction with the 2020 Annual Financial Report.

3. Net tangible assets

Net tangible assets per ordinary security Reporting
period
Cents
(4.42)
Previous
period
Cents
7.20

4. Loss of control over entities

During the period ended 31 December 2020, as a result of management and board changes in Universal Coal and Energy Holdings (Pty) Ltd (“ UCEHSA” ) (subsidiary) TerraCom has lost control of its South African Operations, in accordance with AASB 10 Consolidated Financial Statements' .

There has been no change to the shareholding of any entity or TerraCom’s share of returns generated by its South African operations.

In the Directors' opinion, the outcome of the control assessment performed during the period more appropriately reflects the Company’s ultimate 49% ownership in the main South African Operations (shareholding of the various entities disclose in paragraph 6 below). The impact to reporting means that the financial result, and the financial position of, UCEHSA and all operations thereunder, can no longer be consolidated with the Group, and will be accounted for as an associate. Given this position, South African Operations have been deconsolidated from 31 October 2020, the date in which it was determined in accordance with AASB 10 that control over the South African Operations ceased.

In the Directors’ opinion, the way in which the South African Operations will be reported from this point forward better reflects the Company’s ultimate 49% ownership in the main South African Operations, whilst at the same time provides a more robust platform to allow expansion within South Africa.

5. Dividends

Current period

There were no dividends paid, recommended or declared during the current financial period.

TerraCom Limited Appendix 4D Half-year financial report

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Previous period

Previous period
Franked
Amount per amount per
security security
Cents Cents
Interim dividend FY2020 (paid November 2019) 1.00
-

The Directors resolved not to declare or pay dividends for the six months ended 31 December 2020 (2019: $0.01 per share)

6. Details of associates and joint venture entities

Reporting entity's Contribution to profit/(loss)
percentage holding (where material)
Reporting Previous Reporting Previous
period period period period
Name of associate / joint venture % % $'000 $'000
Universal Coal 100.00% 19.99%
-
1,242
UCEHSA* 100.00% - (2,773) -
-
New Clydesdale Colliery
49.00% - - -
-
North Block Colliery
49.00% - - -
-
Ubuntu Colliery
49.00% - - -
-
Eloff Project
49.00%
-
Kangala Colliery
70.50%
-
Berenice and Cygnus Projects
50.00%
Group's aggregate share of associates and joint venture
entities' profit/(loss) (where material)
Profit/(loss) from ordinary activities before income tax (2,773) 1,242
  • All other associates are immaterial for the Group and are listed in the 30 June 2020 Annual Financial Report.

7. Other Information

All other information can be obtained from the attached financial statements, accompanying notes and Directors’ report.

8. Audit qualification or review

Details of audit/review dispute or qualification (if any):

The financial statements were subject to a review by the auditors and the review report is attached as part of the Financial Statements.

9. Attachments

Details of attachments (if any):

The financial statements of TerraCom Limited for the half-year ended 31 December 2020.

TerraCom Limited Appendix 4D Half-year financial report

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10. Signed

Signed _ _______ _______

Date: 28 February 2021 Wallace Macarthur King Non-E xecutive Chairman Sydne y Signed ______ ___

Date: 28 February 2021 Daniel McCarthy Chief Executive Officer Sydney

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TerraCom Limited

ABN 35 143 533 537

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE HALF-YEAR ENDED 31 December 2020

TerraCom Limited
Contents
31 December 2020
Corporate directory 2
Directors' report 3
Auditor's independence declaration 12
Interim consolidated statement of profit or loss 13
Interim consolidated statement of other comprehensive income ��
Interim consolidated statement of financial position 15
Interim consolidated statement of changes in equity 17
Interim consolidated statement of cash flows 18
Notes to the interim consolidated financial statements 19
Directors' declaration 38
Independent auditor's review report to the members of TerraCom Limited 39

General information

The financial statements are presented in Australian dollars (AUD), which is TerraCom Limited's presentation currency. The functional currency of the Australian exploration subsidiaries and United Kingdom subsidiaries is Australian dollars (AUD), the South African subsidiaries and associates functional currency is South African Rand (ZAR), and the balance of the subsidiaries and TerraCom Limited is United States Dollar (USD).

TerraCom Limited is a listed public company limited by shares, incorporated and domiciled in Australia. Its registered office and principal place of business is at Blair Athol Mine Access Road, Clermont, Queensland, 4721.

A description of the nature of the Group's operations and its principal activities are included in the Directors' report, which is not part of the financial statements.

The financial statements were authorised for issue, in accordance with a resolution of Directors, on 28 February 2021. The Directors have the power to amend and reissue the financial statements.

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TerraCom Limited Corporate directory 31 December 2020

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Directors at the date of this report Mr Wallace (Wal) King AO
Mr Craig Ransley
Mr Matthew Hunter
Mr Glen Lewis
Mr Craig Lyons (appointed 14 July 2020)
Mr Shane Kyriakou (appointed 7 September 2020)
Company secretary Ms Megan Etcell
Management team Mr Daniel (Danny) McCarthy, Chief Executive Officer
Mrs Celeste van Tonder, Chief Financial Officer
Mr Nathan Boom, Chief Commercial Officer
Registered office and & Principal Blair Athol Mine Access Road
place of business Clermont, Queensland, 4721
Australia
Contact address PO Box 131
Clermont, Queensland, 4721
Australia
Share register Link Market Services Limited
Level 12, 680 George Street
Sydney, New South Wales, 2000
Australia
Telephone: +61 1300 554 474
Facsimile: +61 2 9287 0303
Auditor Ernst & Young
200 George Street
Sydney, New South Wales, 2000
Australia
Solicitors Ashurst Australia
Level 26, 181 William Street
Melbourne, Victoria, 3000
Australia
Bankers Westpac Banking Corporation
Suite 2, Level 2
22 Walker Street
Townsville, Queensland, 4810
Australia
Stock exchange listing TerraCom Limited shares are listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX
code: TER)
Website terracomresources.com

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TerraCom Limited Directors' report 31 December 2020

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This Half-Year report for the six months ended 31 December 2020 is for TerraCom Limited ( TerraCom or the Company ) and its controlled entities (collectively known as the Group )

Directors

The following persons were directors of TerraCom Limited during the whole of the financial half-year and up to the date of this report, unless otherwise stated:

Mr Wallace (Wal) King AO Mr Craig Ransley Mr Matthew Hunter Mr Glen Lewis Mr Craig Lyons (Appointed 12 July 2020)

Mr Shane Kyriakou (Appointed 7 September 2020) The Hon. Craig Wallace (Resigned 22 August 2020) Mr Paul Anderson (Resigned 31 July 2020) Mr James (Jim) Soorley (Resigned 13 July 2020)

Principal activities

The principal activity of TerraCom Limited and its controlled entities (the ‘ Group ’) during the period was operating and developing coal mines in Australia and South Africa. Significant changes in the nature of the activities of the Group during the reporting period are outlined below.

Significant changes in the state of affairs

Transition to owner operator at the Blair Athol Mine

The Company successfully negotiated to transition to owner operator at its Blair Athol coal mine in Queensland, effective from 31 July 2020.

Since then, the Company has successfully delivered under its owner managed operational model, trading on a significantly reduced Free on Board ( FOB ) operating cost base of approximately AU$60 per tonne. This places the Blair Athol mine in the first quartile of seaborne export FOB operating costs per tonne and the Company is pleased to report that the FOB costs are projected to remain at this level for the remainder of FY2021 and beyond.

Deconsolidation of South Africa

During the period ended 31 December 2020, as a result of management and board changes in Universal Coal and Energy Holdings (Pty) Ltd (“ UCEHSA” ) (subsidiary), TerraCom has lost control of its South African Operations, in accordance with AASB 10 Consolidated Financial Statements .

There has been no change to the shareholding of any entity or TerraCom’s share of returns generated by its South African operations.

In the Directors' opinion, the outcome of the control assessment performed during the period more appropriately reflects the Company’s ultimate 49% ownership in the main South African Operations. The impact to reporting means that the financial result, and the financial position of, UCEHSA and all operations thereunder, can no longer be consolidated with the Group, and will be accounted for as an associate. Given this position, South African Operations have been deconsolidated from 31 October 2020, the date in which it was determined in accordance with AASB 10 that control over the South African Operations ceased.

In the Directors’ opinion the way in which the South African Operations will be reported from this point forward better reflects the Company’s ultimate 49% ownership in the main South African Operations, whilst at the same time provides a more robust platform to allow expansion within South Africa.

There were no other significant changes in the state of affairs of the Group during the half-year ended 31 December 2020.

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TerraCom Limited Directors' report 31 December 2020

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Operating and Financial Review

The loss after income tax from continuing operations for the half-year for the Group amounted to $60.4 million (31 December 2019: profit of $4.5 million).

The consolidated comprehensive loss for the half-year of the Group amounted to $33.2 million (December 2019: $13.6 million).

Highlights

Production results achieved for the 6 months ended 31 December 2020 (assuming 100% ownership of Universal Coal plc in current and comparative period):

  • Run of mine production 6.8 million tonnes (2019: 7.0 million tonnes)

  • Coal sales 4.6 million tonnes (2019: 5.0 million tonnes)

  • Coal stock inventory on hand: 0.9 million tonnes (2019: 0.7 million tonnes), representing an equivalent of 2 months of coal sales

Financial results from continuing operations for the TerraCom Group achieved for the 6 months ended 31 December 2020:

  • Revenue from operations $190.4 million (2019: $125.4 million), representing a 51% increase on prior corresponding period. The Comparative period excludes the Results from Mongolia as this has been disclosed as a discontinued operation.

  • Earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) a loss of $27.5 million (2019 profit: $27.8 million from continuing operations), including foreign exchange loss of $6.6 million and loss on deconsolidation of Universal Coal and Energy Holdings (Pty) Ltd of $2.4 million, both of which are non-cash items.

  • Net loss after tax of $60.4 million (2019: profit of $4.5 million), including $20.3 million net finance cost, and $21.6 million non-cash items (Foreign exchange loss of $6.6 million, Loss on deconsolidation of Universal Coal and Energy Holdings (Pty) Ltd of $2.4 million, and Depreciation and amortisation of $12.6 million).

  • Net cash used in operating activities (excluding interest and other finance costs) of $21.1 million (2019: Net cash inflows of $10.0 million), including $22.7 million of working capital adjustment related to the Blair Athol transition from contract operated to owner operator, which are additional cash outflows that will not be incurred in future operating periods.

  • Cash and cash equivalents (current) of $4.1 million (June 2020: $10.1 million), as well as, Restricted Cash of $47.0 million (June 2020: $47.6 million)

Financial Performance, Financial Position and Cash Flow

Statement of comprehensive income analysis

HY2021 HY2020
$M $M
Revenue 190.4 125.4
Cost of Goods Sold (188.3) (100.2)
Gross Profit 2.1 32.0
Other Expenses (23.0) (8.0)
Net foreign exchange (loss)/gain (6.6) 3.8
Operating EBITDA (27.5) 27.8
Depreciation and Amortisation (12.6) (7.9)
Net Financial Expense (20.3) (18.1)
Profit/(Loss) Before Income Tax (60.4) 1.8
Income Tax - 2.7
Loss after tax from discontinued operations (Mongolia) - (13.8)
Loss After Tax (60.4) (9.4)

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HY2021 HY2020
Statement of cash flow analysis
$M $M
Net cash at beginning of period 10.1 59.2
Net cash from operating activities (32.8) (10.9)
Net cash from investing activities (6.3) 3.8
Net cash from financing activities 32.8 17.0
Net increase/(decrease) in cash held (6.4) 9.9
Effects of exchange rates 0.3 (0.1)
Net cash at end of period 4.1 69.0

Operational Summary

Operational production and sales volumes assume 100% ownership for both periods disclosed. The Mongolian operations have been removed from the HY2020 volumes as the entity was sold on the 23 June 2020.

Review of operations - Consolidated (Total)

HY2021* HY2020*
Movement
(kt) (kt) %
ROM coal production 6,805 7,032 (3%)
Saleable coal 4,766 5,141 (7%)
Coal sales 4,621 4,994 (7%)
Inventory (ROM) 512 403 27%
Inventory (Saleable) 364 279 30%

*Both periods assume 100% ownership of Universal Coal Plc

Review of operations – Consolidated (Equity)
HY2021* HY2020* Movement
(kt) (kt) %
ROM coal production 4,213 4,574 (8%)
Saleable coal 3,111 3,418 (9%)
Coal sales 3,043 3,381 (10%)
Inventory (ROM) 283 276 3%
Inventory (Saleable) 252 229 10%

*Both periods assume 100% ownership of Universal Coal Plc

Review of operations – Consolidated (Equity)

*Both periods assume 100% ownership of Universal Coal Plc

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Review of operations – Mine by Mine

Australia – 100% Equity Interest

Blair Athol Mine

HY2021* HY2020* Movement
(kt) (kt) %
ROM coal production 1,290 1,502 (14%)
Saleable coal 1,181 1,325 (11%)
Coal sales 1,205 1,407 (14%)
Inventory (ROM) 35 79 (56%)
Inventory (Saleable) 121 165 (27%)

The Blair Athol Mine in Queensland has successfully delivered under its fully owner managed operational model, trading on a significantly reduced Free on Board ( FOB ) operating cost base of around AU$60 per tonne since transition. This places the Blair Athol mine in the first quartile of seaborne export FOB operating costs per tonne.

The Blair Athol Mine achieved 1.2 million tonnes of coal sales for the 6 months ended December 2020 and therefore operated at an annualised run rate of 2.4 million tonnes per annum.

Compared to the 2020 financial year, the Company has reduced annualised coal sales by only 0.2 million tonnes (or 7%), yet at the same time refined the FOB operating costs to be around AU$60 per tonne per tonne, resulting in more than a 16% reduction in the FOB operating cost per tonne.

South Africa

Kangala Complex - 70% Equity Interest

HY2021* HY2020* Movement
(kt) (kt) %
ROM coal production 1,026 1,687 (39%)
Saleable coal 807 1,036 (22%)
Coal sales 763 1,005 (24%)
Inventory (ROM) 64 176 (64%)
Inventory (Saleable) 86 37 132%

*Both periods assume 100% ownership of Universal Coal Plc

The Kangala colliery is approaching the end of its resource life and is expected to deliver its final product to market in Q3 FY2021.

The extension of the Kangala Complex is the development of the Eloff mining lease, which runs contiguously from the existing Kangala lease.

All of the required approvals are in place for the Kangala Complex to expand into the Eloff mining lease. Negotiations are continuing for a domestic off-take agreement which is expected to be concluded in the next 3 months to allow for the commencement of development early in Q4 of FY2021.

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New Clydesdale Colliery (NCC) - 49% Equity Interest

HY2021* HY2020* Movement
(kt) (kt) %
ROM coal production 2,211 1,842 20%
Saleable coal 1,270 1,446 (12%)
Coal sales 1,216 1,265 (4%)
Inventory (ROM) 114 109 5%
Inventory (Saleable) 56 53 6%

*Both periods assume 100% ownership of Universal Coal Plc

Despite an increase in domestic demand to Eskom towards the end of December 2020 (approximately 90% of the anticipated volumes), domestic demand from NCC was lower than anticipated for the reporting period. An increase in export volumes offset the reduced domestic volumes with approximately 15% more 6000Kcal RB1 product being delivered to market, compared to forecast. The increase in export volumes will allow the Company to continue to capitalise on the improved export coal pricing.

North Block Complex (NBC) - 49% Equity Interest

HY2021* HY2020* Movement
(kt) (kt) %
ROM coal production 1,514 2,001 (24%)
Saleable coal 990 1,334 (26%)
Coal sales 1,082 1,317 (18%)
Inventory (ROM) 173 39 344%
Inventory (Saleable) 36 24 50%

*Both periods assume 100% ownership of Universal Coal Plc

As announced in December 2020, the Company successfully executed its export strategy for NBC with the first full shipment of thermal coal planned to sail during February 2021. This is a significant milestone or the South African operations and the Company looks forward to leveraging this achievement to increase its export coal sales in line with its strategic objectives.

During the reporting period, an additional CHPP circuit was installed which will provide increased throughput going forward. This was an important step for NBC as part of increasing its production output to annualised ROM coal production to be in excess of 4 million tonnes per annum, and thereby increasing the saleable coal and coal sales generated by the mine.

Ubuntu - 49% Equity Interest

HY2021* HY2020* Movement
(kt) (kt) %
ROM coal production 764 - 100%
Saleable coal 680 - 100%
Coal sales 616 - 100%
Inventory (ROM) 126 - 100%
Inventory (Saleable) 53 - 100%

*Both periods assume 100% ownership of Universal Coal Plc

Ubuntu production has been tailored to meet the Eskom demand for the crush and screen product produced. Ubuntu ended the reporting period with record sales recorded for the month of December 2020, delivering 91Kt to Eskom, in line with the improved off-take demand. With this improved performance, the colliery expects to increase production to match this demand.

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Safety and COVID-19

The Group operations promote health and safety as a core value of the business.

The wellbeing of our people is a key driver and the Company is committed to providing a safe working environment, whilst ensuring production targets are achieved.

The Group is managing the many risks that are arising from COVID-19. Risk mitigation strategies implemented including providing for workplaces to allow social distancing, limited non-business critical contractors at each mine, temperature checks on entry into the mine, and increased cleaning and sanitation processes.

As the COVID-19 management practices evolve, the Group is refining its measures to keep our workforce, their families and the communities in which we operate safe. Our focus is maintaining operations, in compliance with the relevant regulations and protocols in the jurisdictions in which we operate.

Dividends

There were no dividends paid to TerraCom shareholders during the six months ended 31 December 2020 (2019: $0.01 per share).

Risks relating to the Company's future prospects

The Company operates in the coal sector in both South Africa and Australia. There are a number of factors, both specific to the Company and to the coal sector in general, which may, either individually or in combination, affect the future operating and financial performance of the Group, its prospects and/or the value of the Company’s shares. Many of the circumstances giving rise to these risks are beyond the control of the Company’s Directors and its management. The major risks believed to be associated with investment in the Company is as follows:

Operational risk

The Group’s coal mining operations are subject to operating risks that could impact the amount of coal produced or processed at its coal mines, delay coal deliveries or increase the cost of mining for varying lengths of time. These include failure to achieve predicted grade in exploration, mining and processing, technical difficulties encountered in operating plant and equipment, mechanical failure, metallurgical problems which affect extraction rates and costs, adverse weather conditions, industrial and environmental accidents, industrial disputes, unexpected shortages or increase in the costs of consumables, spare parts, plant and equipment. Geological uncertainty is also an inherent operational risk which could result in pit wall failures, rock falls or other failures to mine infrastructure.

Global Pandemic risk

The recent COVID-19 pandemic outbreak poses significant risk to the Group across a number of areas. Ongoing or intermittent government-imposed shutdowns continue to impact sectors of the economy and ongoing travel restrictions and border closures by both the Australian and South African governments mean that supply chains, exports or customers of the Company may be impacted. With employees in both Australia and South Africa, a pandemic outbreak among employees, in either location, has the potential to cause interruption to business operations which may result in loss.

The exceptional circumstances stemming from the pandemic have resulted in uncertainty surrounding public health and the global economy, including impacts on energy and industrial markets. Short-term demand for thermal coal has contracted as a result of measures employed in many countries to slow the spread of the virus. Despite uncertainties surrounding the economic outlook, the fundamentals of our business model remain robust. Throughout the pandemic, our portfolio of coal products have remained sought after and well sold.

Development risk

There is a risk that circumstances (including unforeseen circumstances) may cause a delay to project development, exploration milestones or other operating factors, resulting in receipt of revenue at a later date than expected. Additionally, the construction of new projects/expansion by the Group may exceed the currently envisaged timeframe or cost for a variety of reasons outside the control of the Group.

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Cash Flow risk

The risk that the Group’s operations are unable to generate sufficient cashflow to meet their operational commitments and debt funding repayments could have a negative effect the Group’s ability to continue as a going concern. The Group’s operations were able to meet all their commitment for the period under review and service head office and corporate expenses. The Directors regularly review cash flow requirements to ensure the Group can meet financial obligations (refer note 1 for disclosure of the refinancing of current debt) as and when they fall due.

Country Risks

There is a risk that circumstances (including unforeseen circumstances) in either Australia or South Africa may cause a delay to project development, exploration milestones or other operating factors, resulting in receipt of revenue at a later date than expected. There is also a risk that a change in laws may impact the viability of the projects.

Financial instrument risk

Both the Company and consolidate entity are exposed to risks arising from financial instruments held and issued.

Market risk - Coal Price and Foreign Currency

The Group’s plans for any revenue are to be derived mainly from the sale of coal and/or coal products. Consequently, the Group’s financial position, operating results and future growth will closely depend on the market price of each of these commodities. Market prices of coal products are subject to large fluctuations in response to changes in demand and/or supply and various other factors. These changes can be the result of uncertainty or several industry and macroeconomic factors beyond the control of the Group, including political instability, governmental regulation, forward selling by producers, climate, inflation, interest rates and currency exchange rates. If market prices of the commodities sold by the Group were to fall below production costs for these products and remain at that level for a sustained period of time, the Group would be likely to experience losses, having a material adverse effect on the Group. The Group does not currently hedge against coal price and foreign exchange.

Competition risk

The industry in which the Group is involved is subject to domestic and global competition. While the Group will undertake all reasonable due diligence in its business decisions and operations, the Group will have no influence or control over the activities or actions of its competitors, which activities or actions may, positively or negatively, affect the operating and financial performance of the Group’s projects and business.

Exploration and Evaluation risk

Mineral exploration and development are high risk undertakings. While the Group has attempted to reduce this risk by selecting projects that have identified prospective mineral targets, there is still no guarantee of success. Even if an apparently viable deposit is identified, there is no guarantee that it can be economically exploited. The Group’s exploration and appraisal activities are dependent upon the grant and maintenance of appropriate licences, permits, resource consents, access arrangements and regulatory authorities (authorisations) which may not be granted or may be withdrawn or made subject to limitations. Although the authorisations may be renewed following expiry or granting (as the case may be), there can be no assurance that such authorisations will be renewed or granted on the same terms. There are also risks that there could be delays in obtaining such authorisations. If the Group does not meet its work and/or expenditure obligations under its authorisations, this may lead to dilution of its interest in, or the loss of such authorisations. The business of commodity development and production involves a degree of risk. Amongst other factors, success is dependent on successful design, construction and operation of efficient gathering, processing and transportation facilities. Even if the Company discovers or recovers potentially commercial quantities of coal from its exploration activities, there is no guarantee that the Group will be able to successfully transport these resources to commercially viable market or sell the resources to customers to achieve a commercial return.

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Resources and Reserves risk

The future success of the Group will depend on its ability to find or acquire coal reserves that are economically recoverable. There can be no assurance that the Group’s planned exploration activities will result in significant resources or reserves or that it will have success mining coal. Even if the Group is successful in finding or acquiring coal reserves or resources, reserve and resource estimates are estimates only and no assurance can be given that any particular level of recovery from coal resources or reserves will in fact be realised or that an identified coal resource will ever qualify as commercially viable which can be legally and economically exploited. Market fluctuations in the price of coal, as well as increased production costs or reduced recovery rates may render coal reserves and resources containing relatively lower grades of mineralisation uneconomic and may ultimately result in a restatement of reserves and or resources. Short-term operating factors relating to the coal reserves and resources, such as the need for orderly development of the ore bodies and the processing of new or different mineral grades may cause a mining operation to be unprofitable in any particular accounting period and may adversely affect the Group’s profitability. The mining of coal involves a high degree of risk, including that the coal mined may be of a different quality, tonnage or strip ratio from that estimated.

Acquisitions and Commercial Transactions risk

Acquisitions and commercial transactions are completed by the Group with the principal objective of growing the Group’s portfolio of assets. Risks associated with these transactions include adverse market reaction to proposed and/or completed transactions, further exploration and evaluation activities not meeting expectations, and the imposition of unfavourable or unforeseen conditions, obligations and liabilities.

Environmental and regulatory risk

The Group’s projects are subject to laws and regulations regarding environmental matters. Many of the activities and operations of the Group cannot be carried out without prior approval from and compliance with all relevant authorities. The Group intends to conduct its activities in an environmentally responsible manner and in accordance with all applicable laws. However, the Group could be subject to liability due to risks inherent to its activities, such as groundwater contamination, subsidence, accidental spills, leakages or other unforeseen circumstances.

Cyber risk

The Group’s operations are supported by an information technology security framework ad back-up data infrastructure. However, computer viruses, unauthorised access, cyber-attack and other similar disruptions may threaten the security of information and impact operational systems.

Infrastructure risks

Coal sold from the Group’s mining operations is transported to customers by a combination of trucks, rail and ship. A number of factors could disrupt these transport services, including a failure of infrastructure providers to increase capacity in order to meet future export requirements. Rail and port capacity is obtained predominantly through contract arrangements which includes take-or-pay provisions which require payment to be made irrespective of whether the service is actually used. The Group seeks to align these take-or-pay infrastructure obligations with the Group’s forecasted future production.

Counterparty risk

The Group deals with a number of counterparties, including customers and suppliers. Risks include non-supply or changes to the quality of key inputs which may impact costs and production at its mining operations, or failure of suppliers or customers to perform against operational and sales contracts.

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Climate Change risk

Climate change and management of carbon emissions may lead to increasing regulation and costs.

There continues to be focus from governments, regulators and investors in relation to how companies are managing the impacts of climate change policy and expectations. The Group’s growth may be impacted by increasing regulation and costs associated with climate change and the management of carbon emissions.

The Group actively monitors current and emerging areas of climate change risk and opportunities to ensure appropriate action can be taken. The Group continuously focuses on improving its energy efficiency and emissions management in delivering cost efficiencies.

Political risk

Political and regulatory instability has been the cause of major investment uncertainty in the South African mining space. The South Africa Department of Mineral Resources unveiled new rules for Black Economic Empowerment, including more rigorous ownership requirements, increased expectations on skills development, and expanded quotas for buying goods and services from black-owned companies. Notwithstanding these additional requirements, the Group is in a fortunate position with respect to its South African Operations in that it fulfills nearly all obligations in the revised Mining Charter in its current format.

Matters subsequent to the end of the financial half-year

No matter or circumstance has arisen since 31 December 2020 that has significantly affected, or may significantly affect the operations of the Group, the results of those operations, or the state of affairs of the Group, in future financial years.

Rounding of amounts

The Company is of a kind referred to in Corporations Instrument 2016/191, issued by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission, relating to 'rounding-off'. Amounts in this report have been rounded off in accordance with that Corporations Instrument to the nearest thousand dollars, or in certain cases, the nearest dollar.

Auditor's independence declaration

A copy of the auditor's independence declaration as required under section 307C of the Corporations Act 2001 is set out immediately after this directors' report.

This report is made in accordance with a resolution of directors, pursuant to section 306(3)(a) of the Corporations Act 2001.

On behalf of the directors

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TerraCom Limited Interim consolidated statement of profit or loss For the half-year ended 31 December 2020

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Note

Revenue from contracts with customers
Other revenue
Revenue
Cost of goods sold
Gross profit

Expenses
Other operating and administration expenses
Loss on deconsolidation of Universal Coal and Energy Holdings (Pty) Ltd
3
Net foreign exchange gain/(loss)
Share of profits/(losses) of associates accounted for using the equity method
9

EBITDA

Depreciation and amortisation expense
7
Financial income
Financial expense
4

Profit/(loss) before income tax benefit from continuing operations

Income tax benefit

Profit/(loss) after income tax benefit from continuing operations
Loss after income tax expense from discontinued operations
15

Loss after income tax benefit for the half-year

Other comprehensive income/(loss)
Items that may be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss
Foreign currency translation
Other comprehensive income/(loss) for the half-year, net of tax
Total comprehensive loss for the half-year
Total comprehensive loss for the half-year is attributable to:
Continuing operations
Discontinued operations
Non-controlling interest
Continuing operations
Discontinued operations
Owners of TerraCom Limited
Consolidated
Half-Year 31
December
2020
Half-Year 31
December
2019
$'000
$'000
190,395
125,404
-
6,944
190,395
132,348
(188,299)
(100,280)
2,096
32,068
(17,774)
(9,259)
(2,436)
-
(6,588)
3,774
(2,773)
1,242
(27,475)
27,825
(12,585)
(7,955)
331
812
(20,676)
(18,902)
(60,405)
1,780
29
2,662
(60,376)
4,442
-
(13,839)
(60,376)
(9,397)
27,143
(4,186)
27,143
(4,186)
(33,233)
(13,583)
(9,954)
(77)
-
-
(9,954)
(77)
(23,279)
(13,506)
-
-
(23,279)
(13,506)
(33,233)
(13,583)
190,395
(188,299)
2,096
(17,774)
(2,436)
(6,588)
(2,773)
(27,475)
(12,585)
331
(20,676)
(60,405)
29
(60,376)
-
(60,376)
27,143
27,143
(33,233)
(9,954)
-
(9,954)
(23,279)
-
(23,279)
(33,233)

The above interim consolidated statement of profit or loss should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes

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TerraCom Limited Interim consolidated statement of other comprehensive income For the half-year ended 31 December 2020

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TerraCom Limited
Interim consolidated statement of other comprehensive income
For the half-year ended 31 December 2020
Consolidated
Half-Year 31
Half-Year 31
December December
2020 2019
$'000 $'000
Cents Cents
Earnings per share for profit/(loss) from continuing operations attributable to
the owners of TerraCom Limited
Basic earnings per share (8.01) 0.93
Diluted earnings per share (8.01) 0.93
Earnings per share for loss from discontinued operations attributable to the
owners of TerraCom Limited
Basic earnings per share - (2.91)
Diluted earnings per share - (2.91)
Earnings per share for loss attributable to the owners of TerraCom Limited
Basic earnings per share (6.94) (1.96)
Diluted earnings per share
(6.94) (1.96)

The above interim consolidated statement of other comprehensive income should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes 14

TerraCom Limited Interim consolidated statement of financial position As at 31 December 2020

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Note

Assets
Current assets
Cash and cash equivalents
Trade and other receivables
Inventories
Other current assets
Total current assets
Non-current assets
Restricted cash
6
Investments accounted for using the equity method
9
Other financial assets
Property, plant and equipment
7
Exploration and evaluation
8
Deferred tax
Other non-current assets
Total non-current assets
Total assets

Liabilities
Current liabilities
Trade and other payables
Borrowings
10
Lease liabilities
Provisions
Financial liabilities
Total current liabilities
Non-current liabilities
Trade and other payables
Borrowings
11
Lease liabilities
Deferred tax
Provisions
12
Financial liabilities
Other
Total non-current liabilities
Total liabilities

Net (liabilities)/assets
Consolidated
31 December
2020
30 June 2020
$'000
$'000
4,058
10,108
7,834
48,201
5,808
26,631
412
3,320
18,112
88,260
47,000
47,647
98,552
35
-
4,737
99,790
301,726
42,440
154,589
29,649
25,060
15,200
8,253
332,631
542,047
350,743
630,307
63,569
106,770

212,418
219,751
2,295
2,273
1,662
1,429
845
1,026
280,789
331,249
-
1,726

30,779
39,604
406
2,666
2,599
37,039

69,542
143,938
2,651
3,386
-
7,383
105,977
235,742
386,766
566,991
(36,023)
63,316
18,112
47,000
98,552
-
99,790
42,440
29,649
15,200
332,631
350,743
63,569

212,418
2,295
1,662
845
280,789
-

30,779
406
2,599

69,542
2,651
-
105,977
386,766
(36,023)

The above interim consolidated statement of financial position should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes

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TerraCom Limited Interim consolidated statement of financial position As at 31 December 2020

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TerraCom Limited
Interim consolidated statement of financial position
As at 31 December 2020

Note

Equity
Issued capital
Reserves
Accumulated losses
Deficiency in equity attributable to the owners of TerraCom Limited
Non-controlling interest
Total (deficiency)/equity
Consolidated
31 December
2020
30 June 2020
$'000
$'000
335,642
335,492
39,882
14,450
(412,821)
(361,513)
(37,297)
(11,571)
1,274
74,887
(36,023)
63,316
(37,297)
1,274
(36,023)

The above interim consolidated statement of financial position should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes 16

TerraCom Limited

Interim consolidated statement of changes in equity For the half-year ended 31 December 2020

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Consolidated
Balance at 1 July 2019
Loss after income tax benefit for
the half-year
Other comprehensive loss for
the half-year, net of tax
Total comprehensive loss for
the half-year
Transactions with owners in
their capacity as owners:
Contributions of equity, net of
transaction costs
Share-based payments
Dividends Paid
Balance at 31 December 2019

Consolidated
Balance at 1 July 2020
Loss after income tax benefit for
the half-year
Other comprehensive
income/(loss) for the half-year,
net of tax
Total comprehensive
income/(loss) for the half-year
Dividend paid to other
shareholders
Transactions with owners in
their capacity as owners:
Share-based payments
Deconsolidation of UCEHSA
Balance at 31 December 2020
Issued
capital
$'000
277,662

-
-
Foreign
currency
translation
reserve

$'000

1,843
-
(4,186)
Share based
payments /
options
reserve
$'000

11,667
-

-
Retained
profits
$'000

(225,112)
(9,320)
-
Non-
controlling
interest
$'000

4,387

(77)
-
Total equity
$'000

70,447

(9,397)
(4,186)

(13,583)
12,777

275
(4,671)

65,245
Total equity
(deficiency
in equity)
$'000

63,316

(60,376)

27,143

(33,233)
-

150
(66,256)

(36,023)
-
12,777
150
-
(4,186)
-

-
-

-
-

125
-
(9,320)
-

-
(4,671)

(77)
-

-
-

290,589

(2,343)
11,792
(239,103)
4,310
Issued
capital
$'000
335,492

-
-
Foreign
currency
translation
reserve

$'000

2,539
-
29,045
Share based
payments /
options
reserve
$'000

11,911
-
-
Retained
profits
$'000

(361,513)
(52,324)
-
Non-
controlling
interest
$'000

74,887

(8,052)
(1,902)
-
150
-
29,045

-
(3,613)
-

-

-
(52,324)
1,016

-

(9,954)
(1,016)

-
(62,643)

335,642

27,971

11,911

(412,821)
1,274

The above interim consolidated statement of changes in equity should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes 17

TerraCom Limited Interim consolidated statement of cash flows For the half-year ended 31 December 2020

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Note

Cash flows from operating activities
Receipts from customers
Payments to suppliers and employees
Interest received
Interest and other finance costs paid
Net cash used in operating activities

Cash flows from investing activities
Payments for property, plant and equipment
7
Payments for exploration and evaluation
8
Payments for cash advances to other parties
Investment in associate
Release from restricted cash
Contribution to rehabilitation insurance collateral
Deconsolidation of UCEHSA
Net cash from/(used in) investing activities

Cash flows from financing activities
Proceeds from borrowings
Share issue transaction costs
Repayment of borrowings
Principal lease payments
Dividends paid
Dividends paid to Mountain Rush (non-controlling interest at Kangala Colliery)
Net cash from financing activities

Net increase/(decrease) in cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the financial half-year
Effects of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the financial half-year
Consolidated
Half-Year 31
December
2020
Half-Year 31
December
2019
$'000
$'000
178,372
148,759
(199,804)
(139,555)
332
812
(21,100)
10,016
(11,777)
(20,895)
(32,877)
(10,879)
(5,065)
(3,152)
(2)
(287)
-
(2,974)
-
(17,310)
647
-
(794)
27,493
(1,072)
-
(6,286)
3,770
57,403
28,879
-
(1,075)
(22,853)
(1,590)
(729)
(4,539)
-
(4,672)
(1,016)
-
32,805
17,003
(6,358)
9,894
10,108
59,201
308
(64)
4,058
69,031
(21,100)
(11,777)
(32,877)
(5,065)
(2)
-
-
647
(794)
(1,072)
(6,286)
57,403
-
(22,853)
(729)
-
(1,016)
32,805
(6,358)
10,108
308
4,058

The above interim consolidated statement of cash flows should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes

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TerraCom Limited Notes to the interim consolidated financial statements 31 December 2020

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Note 1. Significant accounting policies

The financial statements of TerraCom Limited (the Company) and its controlled entities (collectively known as “the Group”) for the half-year ended 31 December 2020 were authorised for issue on 2� February 2021 in accordance with a resolution of the Directors.

The Company is:

  • a company limited by shares;

  • incorporated and domiciled in Australia;

  • publicly traded on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX code: TER); and

  • a for-profit entity for the purpose of preparing the financial statements.

Basis of preparation

The half-year financial statements for the half-year ended 31 December 2020 have been prepared in accordance with Australian Accounting Standard AASB 134 Interim Financial Reporting and the Corporations Act 2001 . Compliance with AASB 134 ensures compliance with International Financial Reporting Standard IAS 34 'Interim Financial Reporting'.

These half-year financial statements do not include all the notes of the type normally included in annual financial statements. Accordingly, these financial statements are to be read in conjunction with the annual report for the year ended 30 June 2020 and any public announcements made by the Company during the interim reporting period in accordance with the continuous disclosure requirements of the Corporations Act 2001.

The principal accounting policies adopted are consistent with those of the previous financial year and corresponding interim reporting period, except for the policies stated below.

Certain comparative figures have been reclassified to conform to the financial statement presentation adopted for the current period.

The interim financial statements have been prepared on an accrual basis and are based on historical costs, except for the measurement at fair value of financial assets and financial liabilities.

The controlled entities are all those entities over which the Group has power, exposure or rights to variable returns from its involvement with the entity, and the ability to use its power over the entity to affect its returns.

A change in the ownership interest of a subsidiary, without a loss of control, is accounted for as an equity transaction. If the Group loses control over a subsidiary, it derecognises the related assets (including goodwill), liabilities, non-controlling interest and other components of equity, while any resultant gain or loss is recognised in profit or loss. Any investment retained is recognised at fair value upon recognition.

Going Concern

The financial report has been prepared on the going concern basis which contemplates the continuity of normal business activities and the realisation of assets and the settlement of liabilities in the ordinary course of business.

As at 31 December 2020 the Group was in an overall net liability deficiency of $36.0 million (30 June 2020: net asset position $63.3m) and had a net current liability deficiency of $262.7 million (30 June 2020: $243.0 million), with $199.2 million (or 77%) of this deficiency relating to repayment of Borrowings (Listed Euroclear Bond) due for repayment on 30 June 2021. The remainder of the deficiency is primarily due to trade and other creditor balance of $63.6 million.

As a result, the Group has refinance risk on account of the Listed Euroclear Bond being due for repayment on 30 June 2021, being approximately 4 months from the release date of the Financials. In addition to the refinance risk, the Group is reliant on improved coal prices, however if this does not occur the Group may require access to additional financing.

The statutory loss after tax for the period was $60.4 million. During the period, the Company was impacted by significantly depressed coal prices. The average revenue per tonne received from Blair Athol during the period was $58.8 compared to $89.1 in the prior corresponding period. In addition, the Income Statement consists of a number of major non-cash items, including $2.4 million related to loss on deconsolidation of Universal Coal and Energy Holdings (Pty) Ltd, $12.6 million of depreciation and amortisation, and $6.5 million of finance costs.

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TerraCom Limited Notes to the interim consolidated financial statements 31 December 2020

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Note 1. Significant accounting policies (continued)

The Group had negative cashflow from operating activities excluding interest and tax of $21.1 million (30 June 2020: positive cash flow of $10.0 million).

As outlined in note 10 the maturity date of the Listed Euroclear Bond is 30 June 2021. The challenging operating environment brought about by COVID-19, ever-changing ESG policies of financiers and other major events (including US political turmoil) has resulted in the Company being delayed further on completing the refinance. The Company expects to have the refinance advanced by the end of the March 2021 quarter.

The Company, as included in prior ASX announcements, amended the Group’s strategy during the 2020 financial year to position itself as a mid-tier diversified bulk commodities producer operating in multiple jurisdictions. Implementation of this strategy in the 2020 financial year resulted in the Directors making the conscious decision to put the refinance on hold, with the focus on the purchase of 100% of Universal Coal plc (refer note 3 for details of the acquisition that completed on 100% interest in Universal Coal plc completing on 30 June 2020).

The acquisition of Universal Coal plc has provided the platform for the Group to implement part of its diversification strategy. The Group has also reduced its sovereign risk profile with new investments in South Africa. This acquisition allows the Company to establish itself on the African continent, with equity interests in four operating mines that produced in excess of 11 million tonnes of ROM production in the 2020 financial year.

The above matters give rise to significant doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern. The financial report has been prepared on a going concern basis, which contemplates continuity of normal business activities and the realisation of assets and settlement of liabilities in the ordinary course of business.

  • In the directors’ opinion, the going concern basis of preparation remains appropriate based on:

  • The improving financial performance of its current operations, due to improved coal pricing being realised after 3 December 2020;

  • The Group’s history of being able to pay down, refinance or defer its debt obligations, if required;

  • The Group’s history of managing working capital; and

  • The Group’s ability to raise additional debt or equity should it be required.

The financial report does not include any adjustments relating to the recoverability and classification of recorded asset amounts or to the amounts and classification of liabilities that might be necessary should the Group not continue as a going concern.

Critical accounting estimates and judgments

The directors evaluate estimates and judgments incorporated into the financial statements based on historical knowledge and best available current information. Estimates assume a reasonable expectation of future events and are based on current trends and economic data, obtained both externally and within the Group.

Commercial production start date

The Group assesses the stage of each mine development to determine when a mine moves into the production phase. This being when the mine is substantially complete and ready for its intended use. The criteria used to assess the start date are determined based on the unique nature of each mine development project, such as the complexity of the project and its location. The Group considers various relevant criteria to assess when the production phase is considered to have commenced. Some of the criteria used to identify the production start date include, but are not limited to:

  • (i) Level of capital expenditure incurred compared with the original construction cost estimate; (ii) Completion of a reasonable period of testing of the mine plant and equipment;

  • (iii) Ability to produce coal in saleable form (within specifications); and

  • (iv) Ability to sustain ongoing production of coal.

When a mine development moves into the production phase, the capitalisation of certain mine development costs ceases and costs are either regarded as forming part of the cost of inventory or expensed, except for costs that qualify for capitalisation relating to mining asset additions or improvements, underground mine development or mineable reserve development. It is also at this point that depreciation/amortisation commences.

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TerraCom Limited Notes to the interim consolidated financial statements 31 December 2020

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Note 1. Significant accounting policies (continued)

Loss of Control and deconsolidation

Subsidiaries are all those entities over which the consolidated entity has control. The consolidated entity controls an entity when the consolidated entity is exposed to, or has rights to, variable returns from its involvement with the entity and has the ability to affect those returns through its power to direct the activities of the entity. Subsidiaries are fully consolidated from the date on which control is transferred to the consolidated entity. They are de-consolidated from the date that control ceases.

Where the consolidated entity loses control over a subsidiary, it derecognises the assets including goodwill, liabilities and non-controlling interest in the subsidiary together with any cumulative translation differences recognised in equity. The consolidated entity recognises the fair value of the consideration received and the fair value of any investment retained together with any gain or loss in profit or loss.

In order to recognise the fair value of the investment retained, the Group assesses the fair value of the estimated future cash flows which are inherently uncertain and could materially change over time. They are significantly affected by a number of factors including reserves and production estimates, together with economic factors including future coal prices, discount rates, foreign exchange rates, future costs of production, stripping ratios, and future capital expenditure. These assumptions are likely to change over time, which may then impact the estimated life of the mine, and the associated fair value of the underlying entities.

New or amended Accounting Standards and Interpretations adopted

The accounting policies adopted in the preparation of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements are consistent with those followed in the preparation of the Group’s annual consolidated financial statements for the year ended 30 June 2020, except for the adoption of new standards effective as of 1 July 2020. The Group has not early adopted any standard, interpretation or amendment that has been issued but is not yet effective. Several amendments and interpretations apply for the first time at 1 July 2020, but do not have an impact on the interim condensed consolidated financial statements of the Group. Should there be any impact in future years accounting policies will be updated accordingly.

Note 2. Operating segments

Identification of reportable operating segments

The Group has identified its operating segments based on the internal reports that are reviewed and used by the Board of Directors (Chief Operating Decision Makers, or CODM) in assessing performance and determining the allocation of resources.

Reportable segments disclosed are based on aggregating operating segments where the segments are considered to have similar economic characteristics and are also similar with respect to the following: �����������������ld and/or services provided by the segment;

  • ����������������������������������������������� ���������������������������������������

Performance is measured based on segment profit after income tax as included in the internal financial reports.

The CODM reviews EBITDA (earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation). The accounting policies adopted for internal reporting to the CODM are consistent with those adopted in the financial statements.

The information reported to the CODM is on a monthly basis.

Types of products and services

The reporting segments are organised according to the nature of the activities undertaken and geographical local of the activities as outlined below:

Australia Coal exploration and extraction activities within Australia South Africa Investment in UCEHSA – coal exploration and extraction activities in South Africa Mongolia Coal exploration and extraction activities within Mongolia (sold 23 June 2020) Corporate Various business development and support activities that are not allocated to operating segments.

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Note 2. Operating segments (continued)

Accounting policies adopted

All amounts reported to the Board of Directors, being the chief operating decision-makers with respect to operating segments, are determined in accordance with accounting policies that are consistent to those adopted in the annual financial statements of the Group.

A number of inter-segment transactions, receivables, payables or loans occurred during the period, or existed at balance date. In addition, corporate re charges were allocated to the reporting segments.

Current year result composition

The UCEHSA results have been included in the profit and loss results for the period 1 July 2020 to 31 October 2020. The remainder of the period has been equity accounted and is reflected in the income from the investment in associate.

Major customers

During the period ended 31 December 2020 the Group's external revenue was derived from sales to the following customers:


Major Customer
Eskom Sales
ITOCHU
Glencore
Noble Resources
Other Customers
Half-Year 31
December
2020
Half-Year 31
December
2020

$'000
%
90,219
47%
34,873
18%
24,010
13%
12,971
7%
28,322
15%
190,395
Half-Year 31
December
2019
Half-Year 31
December
2019
$'000
%

-
-

-
-

-
-

98,472
79%

26,932
21%
125,404

The Eskom and Glencore sales relate to the South African operations for the period 1 July 2020 to 31 October 2020, the date of deconsolidation.

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Note 2. Operating segments (continued)

Consolidated – Half-year 31 December 2020
Revenue
Revenue from contracts with customers
Other revenue
Cost of goods sold
Gross Margin
Other operating and administration expenses
Loss on deconsolidation of Universal Coal and
Energy Holdings (Pty) Ltd
Net foreign exchange gain / (loss)
Share of profits/(losses) of associates accounted for
using the equity method
EBITDA
Depreciation and amortisation expense
Net Finance expenses
Profit / (Loss) before income tax
Income tax benefit / (expense)
Profit after income tax benefit
Assets
Segment assets
Total assets
Liabilities
Segment liabilities
Total liabilities
Australia
South Africa
Unallocated /
Corporate
$'000
$'000
$'000

70,892
119,503
-
-
-
-
(71,655)
(116,644)
-
Total
$'000

190,395

-

(188,299)
(763)
2,859
-

(2,520)
(7,391)
(7,863)
-
-
(2,436)
-
-
(6,588)
-
-
(2,773)

2,096

(17,774)

(2,436)

(6,588)

(2,773)
(3,283)
(4,532)
(19,660)
(7,264)
(5,321)
-
(522)
(2,468)
(17,355)

(27,475)

(12,585)
(20,345)

(11,069)
(12,321)
(37,015)
(60,405)





247,690
98,552
4,501
(60,405)
29
(60,376)

350,743
144,296
-
242,470
350,743

386,766
386,766

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TerraCom Limited Notes to the interim consolidated financial statements 31 December 2020

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Note 2. Operating segments (continued)

Consolidated - Half-year 31
December 2019
Revenue
Sales to external customers
Other income
Cost of goods sold
Gross Margin
Other operating and administration
expenses
Exploration tenement write-off
Share of profits of associates
Operating EBITDA
Depreciation and amortisation
Net Finance expenses
Net foreign exchange loss
Profit / (Loss) before income tax
Income tax expense
Profit after income tax expense
Consolidated – 30 June 2020
Assets
Segment assets
Total assets
Liabilities
Segment liabilities
Total liabilities
Australia
$'000
125,404
-
(100,280)
South Africa
Mongolia

$'000
$'000

-
27,686

-
-
-
(24,898)
Unallocated /
Corporate
$'000

-

6,944
-
Total
$'000

153,090

6,944

(125,178)

34,856

(13,224)

-

1,242

22,874

(20,617)

(18,090)

3,774
(12,059)
(12,059)
2,662
(9,397)

630,307
630,307

566,991
566,991
25,124
-
2,788

6,944
(3,457)
-
-

-
(3,965)

-
-

-
-

(5,802)

-

1,242
21,667
(7,955)
-
-

-
(1,177)

-
(12,662)

-
-

-
-

2,384

-

(18,090)

3,774
13,712
-
(13,839)
(11,932)
259,309
366,505
-

4,493
137,098
167,258
-

262,635

*All Mongolian assets were disposed on 23 June 2020

Note 3. Loss on deconsolidation of Universal Coal and Energy Holdings (Pty) Ltd


Loss on deconsolidation of Universal Coal and Energy Holdings (Pty) Ltd
Consolidated
Half-Year 31
December
2020
Half-Year 31
December
2019
$'000
$'000
2,436
-

Effective 31 October 2020, significant changes occurred at both a management and board level of Universal Coal and Energy Holdings (Pty) Ltd (“ UCEHSA” ), an entity 100% owned by the Group through its acquisition of Universal Coal Plc. UCEHSA owns TerraCom’s share in the underlying South African operations.

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Note 3. Loss on deconsolidation of Universal Coal and Energy Holdings (Pty) Ltd (continued)

TerraCom’s wholly owned subsidiary, Universal Coal Plc owns 100% of the shares in UCEHSA, which owns 49% to 70.5% of the shares in a number of South African operational and exploration entities. UCEHSA previously controlled all these South African operations given operating agreements in place for each discrete mining operation.

During the period, the Group entered into an agreement with Ndalamo Resources Proprietary Limited (“Ndalamo”) to affect a restructure, whereby UCEHSA will acquire a 100% ownership in all of the operational and exploration entities, in exchange for Ndalamo taking an ownership interest of 51% of UCEHSA.

The restructure is a multi-step process which is still ongoing, however based on the changes which had occurred at 31 October 2020, being changes in the Board and Management of UCEHSA, the TerraCom Group has lost control of this entity as prescribed by AASB10: Consolidated Financial Statements .

While the shareholding of UCEHSA and all other South African companies owned by the Group has not changed, due to the changes which have been affected to date under this agreement, the ability to control the rights to variable returns has been lost. Completion of the restructure and share transfer is subject to Competition Commission approval as per the South African Competition Act, No 89 of 1998. TerraCom has retained significant influence over UCEHSA as a result of it retained Board positions.

Accordingly, the UCEHSA group has been deconsolidated and instead recorded as an equity accounted investment from 1 November 2020. Results of UCEHSA (and its subsidiaries) up to the point of deconsolidation have been consolidated in the Group’s consolidated statement of Profit and loss, Other Comprehensive Income and Statement of Cash Flows. Results of UCEHSA post deconsolidation have been recorded within the profits from equity accounted investments line item. Refer to note 9.

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Note 3. Loss on deconsolidation of Universal Coal and Energy Holdings (Pty) Ltd (continued)

The carrying value of the UCEHSA Group at the date that control was lost has been indicated below:


Assets
Cash and cash equivalents
Trade and other receivables
Inventories
Property, plant and equipment
Exploration and evaluation
Financial Asset
Loan Receivable from external shareholders
Total Assets
Liabilities
Trade and other payables
Provisions
Borrowings
Provisions
Financial liabilities
Deferred tax
Total Liabilities
Net Assets

Net Assets
Non-controlling interest
Net assets attributable to TerraCom
31 October
2020
$'000
1,072
55,148
16,702
190,996
114,577
5,790
3,899
388,184
(52,908)
(1,002)
(46,702)
(79,580)
(1,121)
(35,857)
(217,170)
171,014
171,014
(63,640)
107,374

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Note 3. Loss on deconsolidation of Universal Coal and Energy Holdings (Pty) Ltd (continued)

The Financial result for the UCEHSA group for the current period until 31 October 2020 as consolidated in the Group’s half year result:

Revenue
Revenue from contracts with customers
Cost of goods sold
Gross profit
Other operating and administration expenses
EBITDA
Depreciation and amortisation expense
Net finance expenses
Loss before income tax benefit
Income tax benefit
Loss after income tax benefit

The Cash Flow result for the UCEHSA group for the current period until 31 October 2020 as consolidated
Statement of Cash Flows:

Net cash used in operating activities
Net cash from investing activities
Net cash used in financing activities
Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents from deconsolidated UCEHSA

Deconsolidation of carrying value of UCEHSA
Recycling of foreign translation reserve upon deconsolidation of UCEHSA
Recognition of the fair value of the UCEHSA group Investment in Associate
Loss on deconsolidation of Universal Coal
31 October
2020
$'000
119,503
(116,644)
2,859
(7,391)
(4,532)
(5,321)
(2,468)
(12,321)
607
(11,714)
in the Group’s
31 October
2020
$'000
(14,613)
(2,073)
8,996
(7,690)
31 October
2020
$'000
(107,374)
3,613
101,325
(2,436)

As disclosed in Note 5, the accounting for the acquisition of Universal Coal plc remains provisional at the date of this report. Any updates to the acquisition accounting may have flow on effects to the investment in associate balance and the fair value upon initial recognition

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Note 4. Financial expense


Interest expense on interest bearing loans
Other interest and finance expenses
Consolidated
Half-Year 31
December
2020
Half-Year 31
December
2019
$'000
$'000
16,588
15,029
4,088
3,873
20,676
18,902
20,676

Note 5. Business combinations

Acquisition of Universal Coal plc

As disclosed in note 4 of the 30 June 2020 Annual Financial Report, the Group reported a provisional gain on acquisition of $9.71 million in respect of the acquisition of Universal Coal plc on 1 April 2020.

At the date of this report, the accounting for the acquisition of Universal Coal plc is still provisional. However, further analysis performed to date has not identified any changes to the fair value of the acquisition since the June 2020 Annual Financial report.

The accounting for this transaction remains provisional and will be finalised prior to 1 April 2021.

Cash and cash equivalents
Trade and other receivables
Inventories
Restricted cash
Property, plant and equipment
Exploration and evaluation
Financial asset
Loan payable to external shareholders
Trade and other payables
Borrowings
Provisions
Financial liabilities
Deferred tax
Net assets acquired
Non-controlling interest
Acquisition-date fair value at TerraCom's share

Representing
Investment in associate at acquisition (27 March 2020)
Dividend received
Share of profit/(loss) of associate to date of control
Gain on revaluation of associate on acquisition
Fair Value
30 June 2020
21,528
91,208
15,063
770
203,435
115,402
3,653
(4,218)
(93,777)
(11,464)
(79,307)
(1,039)
(42,289)
218,965
(108,667)
110,298
99,848
(519)
1,259
9,710
110,298

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Note 6. Non-current assets - Restricted cash


Bank deposit
Secured deposit
Consolidated
31 December
2020
30 June 2020
$'000
$'000
2,000
2,647
45,000
45,000
47,000
47,647
47,000

The bank deposit of $2.0 million is held by the State bank of India, Sydney Branch as required under the $15.0 million facility agreement.

The secured deposit relates to the cash pledged as security for the issuance of a bank guarantee to satisfy the financial assurance requirements with the Queensland Government's Department of Environment and Science for the Blair Athol Coal Mine's Environmental Authority EPML00876713. The insurance bond facility is $72 million, however only requires a cash backing of $45 million. The secured deposit is held by Westpac and currently bears an interest rate of 0.68% per annum, with interest payable 6 monthly in arrears.

Note 7. Non-current assets - Property, plant and equipment


Land and buildings - at cost
Right-of-Use Plant and Equipment - at cost
Less: Accumulated depreciation
Plant and equipment - at cost
Less: Accumulated depreciation
Capital works in progress - at cost
Mine development - at cost
Less: Accumulated depreciation
Consolidated
31 December
2020
30 June 2020
$'000
$'000
5,670
6,344
5,111
6,843
(2,503)
(2,108)
2,608
4,735
27,598
48,280
(6,992)
(16,510)
20,606
31,770
7,990
27,797
109,553
344,089
(46,637)
(113,009)
62,916
231,080
99,790
301,726
5,111
(2,503)
2,608
27,598
(6,992)
20,606
7,990
109,553
(46,637)
62,916
99,790

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Note 7. Non-current assets - Property, plant and equipment (continued)

Reconciliations

Reconciliations of the written down values at the beginning and end of the current financial half-year are set out below:

Consolidated
Balance at 1 July 2020
Additions
Deconsolidation of UCEHSA
Exchange differences
Transfers in/(out)
Depreciation expense
Balance at 31 December 2020
Right-of-use
Assets
$'000
4,735
-
(1,040)
(314)
-
(773)
Capital
works in
progress
$'000

27,797

4,119

(11,027)

(6,378)

(6,521)

-
Land and
buildings
$'000

6,344

-

-

(674)

-
-
Plant and
equipment
$'000

31,770

541

(4,856)

(4,492)

-
(2,357)
Mine
development
$'000

231,080

936

(174,073)

7,907

6,521
(9,455)

Total
$'000

301,726

5,596

(190,996)

(3,951)

-

(12,585)

99,790

2,608

7,990

5,670

20,606

62,916

Right-of-use Assets

Right-of-use assets consist of mining plant and equipment and an office lease.

Refer to note 3 for details regarding the deconsolidation of UCEHSA.

Note 8. Non-current assets - Exploration and evaluation


Exploration and evaluation
Consolidated
31 December
2020
30 June 2020
$'000
$'000
42,440
154,589

Reconciliations

Reconciliations of the written down values at the beginning and end of the current financial half-year are set out below:

Consolidated
Balance at 1 July 2020
Additions
Deconsolidation of UCEHSA
Exchange differences
Balance at 31 December 2020
Exploration
and
evaluation
assets
$'000
154,589
279
(114,577)
2,149
42,440

The interest in mining tenements has not changed significantly from 30 June 2020 as listed in note 21 of the 2020 Annual Financial Report. Refer to note 3 for details regarding the deconsolidation of UCEHSA.

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Note 9. Non-current assets - Investments accounted for using the equity method


Investment in UCEHSA
Universal Coal Development VI (Pty) Ltd
Universal Coal Logistics (Pty) Ltd
Consolidated
31 December
2020
30 June 2020
$'000
$'000
98,552
-
-
16
-
19
98,552
35
98,552

Following from note 3, the Group has lost control of UCEHSA however retains significant influence. Therefore, the Group’s investment in this entity is now accounted for as an investment Associate using the equity method. Below is the statement of financial position and statement of profit and loss for UCEHSA for the 6 months ending 31 December 2020.

At 30 June 2020 the group disclosed Investments in associates that were held as part of the Universal Coal consolidated company. Those companies are now included in the Investment in UCEHSA.

31 December
2020
$'000
Summarised statement of financial position of UCHESA (100%)
Current assets 72,316
Non-current assets 318,175
Total assets 390,491
Current liabilities (54,830)
Non-current liabilities (162,271)
Total liabilities (217,101)
Net assets 173,390

Net assets
173,390
Net assets attributable to other shareholders (74,838)
Net assets attributable to TerraCom 98,552

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Note 9. Non-current assets - Investments accounted for using the equity method (continued)

Summarised statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income of UCEHSA
Revenue
Expenses
EBITDA
Depreciation
Net Interest Expense
Loss before income tax
Taxation
Loss after income tax
Other comprehensive income
Total loss

Total comprehensive loss
Foreign translation reserve

Reconciliation of the consolidated entity's carrying amount
Opening carrying amount (note 4)
Share of total comprehensive loss
Closing carrying amount
2-months-
ended
31 December
2020
$'000
55,206
(60,428)
(5,222)
(2,941)
(1,471)
(9,634)
2,007
(7,627)
4,727
(2,900)
(2,900)
127
(2,773)
101,325
(2,773)
98,552

Note 10. Current liabilities - Borrowings


Listed (Euroclear) bond
Other borrowings
Consolidated
31 December
2020
30 June 2020
$'000
$'000
199,159
215,098
13,259
4,653
212,418
219,751
212,418

Refer to note 11 for further information on borrowings.

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Note 11. Non-current liabilities - Borrowings


OCP Convertible note
Other borrowings
Consolidated
31 December
2020
30 June 2020
$'000
$'000
24,659
25,366
6,120
14,238
Consolidated
31 December
2020
30 June 2020
$'000
$'000
24,659
25,366
6,120
14,238
30,779 39,604

Listed (Euroclear) Bond

The Listed (Euroclear) Bond had been fully drawn down as at 31 December 2019 for the amount of US$97 million (purchase price of the bonds) and an initial redemption value of US$124 million. The facility bears a cash interest rate of 12.5% per annum, payable 6 monthly in arrears. In accordance with the deed, the Company can elect to pay-in-kind (PIK) 50% of the interest repayments which are added to the redemption value of the bonds. The maturity date of the facility is 30 June 2021 at which point the redemption value of the facility, including the Listed (Euroclear) bond, PIK interest and converted Super Senior note, as calculated on 31 December 2020 is for the amount of US$145.2 million. This facility includes a special interest component which has been treated as a separate non-derivative financial liability. This instrument, which represents an incremental cost that is directly attributable to the issue of the bond, has been treated as a transaction cost and offset against the fair value on initial recognition. The facilities are subject to debt covenants and obligations to make interest and principal payments on set dates. Should these terms not be met by the Company an event of default may eventuate.

OCP Convertible Note

On 24 December 2019 TerraCom Limited completed a Convertible Bond Facility for US$20 million with Madison Pacific Trust Limited being appointed the Note Trustee and OL Master (Singapore Fund 1) Pte Ltd (OCP Asia) being the Initial Noteholder. The facility is for 3 years, with a redemption date of 23 December 2023 and bears an interest rate of 9.95% per annum. Interest is paid every 6 months in arrears commencing on 30 June 2020 with a final interest payment due on the redemption date. The principle is due to be repaid on 23 December 2022 unless it is converted to equity. The convertible note includes the option to convert the notes into TerraCom shares at a price of $0.696 per share. This option meets the definition of a derivative liability with changes in fair value being recognised in profit and loss on each reporting date. At 31 December 2020 the value of the derivative liability was AU$1.5 million (30 June 2020: AU$2.9). The fair value through profit and loss of the derivative liability for the period was $1.2 million (2019: nil) and is included in financial expense (note 4).

Other Borrowings at 31 December 2020 consists of the State Bank of India working capital facility, and comparative figures included debt from the South Africa operations.

Note 12. Non-current liabilities - Provisions


Mine rehabilitation and closure
Consolidated
31 December
2020
30 June 2020
$'000
$'000
69,542
143,938

The rehabilitation provision represents the present value of rehabilitation costs relating to mine sites, which are expected to be incurred over the life of the estimated life of the mine (7-15 years), which is when the producing mine properties are expected to cease operations. These provisions have been created based on the Group’s internal estimates. Assumptions based on the current economic environment have been made, which management believes are a reasonable basis upon which to estimate the future liability. These estimates are reviewed regularly to take into account any material changes to the assumptions. However, actual rehabilitation costs will ultimately depend upon future market prices for the necessary rehabilitation works required that will reflect market conditions at the relevant time. Furthermore, the timing of rehabilitation is likely to depend on when the mines cease to produce at economically viable rates. This, in turn, will depend upon future coal prices, which are inherently uncertain.

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Note 12. Non-current liabilities - Provisions (continued)

The reduction in the provision for mine rehabilitation and closure is due to the derecognition of the UCEHA assets on 31 October 2020.

Consolidated - 31 December 2020
Carrying amount at the start of the half-year
Unwinding of interest on liability
Exchange differences
Deconsolidation of UCEHSA
Carrying amount at the end of the half-year
$'000
143,938
2,000
3,184
(79,580)
69,542

Note 13. Fair value measurement

Fair value hierarchy

The following tables detail the consolidated entity's assets and liabilities, measured or disclosed at fair value (at 31 December 2020 and 30 June 2020, no assets or liabilities are measured at fair value), using a three level hierarchy, based on the lowest level of input that is significant to the entire fair value measurement, being:

Level 1: Quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities that the entity can access at the measurement date

Level 2: Inputs other than quoted prices included within Level 1 that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly

Level 3: Unobservable inputs for the asset or liability

Consolidated - 31 December 2020
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents
Trade and other receivables
Restricted cash
Other assets
Total assets
Liabilities
Trade and other payables
Borrowings
Financial liabilities
Total liabilities
Amortised
cost
$'000
4,058
7,834
47,000
15,612
Fair value
through
profit or loss
$'000

-

-

-
-

Fair value
through OCI
$'000
-
-
-
-
74,504
-
-
63,569
243,197
845

-
-

2,651
-
-
-
307,611
2,651
-

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Note 13. Fair value measurement (continued)

Consolidated - 30 June 2020
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents
Trade and other receivables
Restricted cash
Other assets
Ndalamo loan receivable
Total assets
Liabilities
Trade and other payables
Borrowings
Financial Liabilities
Ndalamo loan payable
Total liabilities
Amortised
cost
$'000
10,108
48,201
47,647
11,573
11,798
Fair value
through
profit or loss
$'000

-

-

-

-

-

Fair value
through OCI
$'000
-
-
-
-
-
129,327
-
-
108,496
259,355
1,446
19,181

-

-

2,966

-
-
-
-
-
388,478
2,966
-

Other than the derivative described below the Group does not have any Level 1, Level 2 or Level 3 financial instruments at fair value at 31 December 2020 or 30 June 2020.

The fair value through profit and loss component of financial liabilities relates to an embedded derivative on the Convertible Note. The convertible note includes the option to convert the notes into TerraCom shares at a price of $0.696 per share. This option meets the definition of a derivative liability with changes in fair value being recognised in profit and loss on each reporting date. The value of the derivative is determined using the Black-Scholes model.

Note 14. Related party transactions

Parent entity TerraCom Limited is the parent entity.

Transactions with related parties

The following transactions occurred with related parties:

Consolidated Consolidated
Half-Year 31 Half-Year 31
December December
2020 2019
$ $
Payment for goods and services:
Issued 1,000,000 fully paid ordinary shares at an issue price of $0.15 to Wallace King AO 150,000
-
Issued 362,138 fully paid ordinary shares at an issue price of $0.4142 to Point Road
Investments Pty Ltd - Wallace King AO - 150,000
Mountain Rush Trading 6 (Pty) Ltd 390
-
Ndalamo Resources (Pty) Ltd 2,084
-
Services from The Maji Trust (director fees) - James Soorley 79,193
60,000
Services from Lewis Mining Consulting (directors fees) - Glen Lewis 101,000
-
Services from OT21 Consulting (director fees) - Shane Kyriakou 94,550
-
Services from Craig Lyons (director fees)
127,500
-

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Note 14. Related party transactions (continued)

Receivable from and payable to related parties

The following balances are outstanding at the reporting date in relation to transactions with related parties:

Consolidated Consolidated
31 December
2020 30 June 2020
$ $
Current payables:
Trade payables to The Maji Trust - James Soorley - 10,000
Trade payables to Lewis Mining Consulting - Glen Lewis 17,291
10,000
Trade payables to OT21 Consulting - Shane Kyriakou 16,500 -
Trade payables to Craig Lyons 20,000 -

The above amounts are classified as trade and other payables.

Wallace King AO (Point Road Investments Pty Ltd)

The issue of fully paid ordinary shares to Wallace King AO were part of his Non-Executive Chairman remuneration package. These fully paid ordinary shares were approved by the shareholders at the Annual General Meeting on 30 November 2020 (31 December 2019: ordinary shares issued to Point Road Investments Pty Ltd were approved by the shareholders at the Annual General Meeting on 19 November 2019).

The Maji Trust (Maji)

The payments made by the company to The Maji Trust are for the services of Mr James Soorley acting as Non-Executive, Independent Director. Mr Soorley was appointed to this role on 8 March 2017 and resigned on 13 July 2020. The amount payable to Maji on 31 December 2020 is nil, (30 June 2020: $10,000 for director fees).

Lewis Mining Consulting

The payments made by the company to Lewis Mining Consulting are for the services of Mr Glen Lewis acting as NonExecutive, Independent Director. Mr Lewis was appointed to this role on 23 December 2019. The amount payable to Lewis Mining Consulting on 31 December 2020 is made up of director fees of $17,291 (30 June 2020: $10,000).

Craig Lyons

The payments made by the company to Mr Craig Lyons are for his services acting as Non-Executive, Independent Director. Mr Lyons was appointed to this role on 14 July 2020. The amount payable to Mr. Lyons on 31 December 2020 is made up of director fees of $20,000 (30 June 2020: nil).

OT21 Consulting

The payments made by the company to OT21 Consulting are for the services of Mr Shane Kyriakou acting as Non-Executive Director. Mr Kyriakou was appointed to this role on 7 September 2020. The amount payable to OT21 Consulting on 31 December 2020 is made up of director fees of $16,500 (30 June 2020: nil).

Mountain Rush Trading 6 (Pty) Ltd

Fees paid to Mountain Rush Trading 6 (Pty) Ltd relate to facilitation and service fees permitted in the Facilitation and Service Fee Agreement entered into on 6 May 2013 between Mountain Rush Trading 6 (Pty) Ltd, Universal Coal Development I (Pty) Ltd and Universal Coal and Energy Holdings South Africa (Pty) Ltd. Mountain Rush is the non-controlling interest partner that holds 29.5% of the shareholding of Universal Coal Development I (Pty) Ltd. The transaction is considered to be at “armslength". Management fees disclosed in the table excludes any dividend distributions paid to shareholders.

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Note 14. Related party transactions (continued)

Ndalamo Resources (Pty) Ltd

Fees paid to Ndalamo Resources (Pty) Ltd relate to management fees permitted in accordance with the various shareholders and management agreements that is currently in place. Ndalamo Resources is the shareholder in all other significant operations within the South African entities and currently hold 51% of NCC, NBC, Ubuntu and Eloff. The transactions are considered to be at “arms-length”.

Terms and conditions

All transactions were made on normal commercial terms and conditions and at market rates.

Note 15. Discontinued operations

Description

On 23 June 2020, the Company completed the sale of its Mongolian operations to Bridge Resources Pte Ltd (Bridge) for US$3. This transaction was effected, through the sale of the equity in three of TerraCom’s Singapore based subsidiaries who were the holders of the interests in the Mongolian assets (Tellus Commodities Pte Ltd, Terra Infrastructure Pte Ltd and Tellus Marketing Pte Ltd).

Refer to the 30 June 2020 Annual finanical report for further information on sale of the Mongolia operations.

Cash flow information

Net cash used in operating activities
Net cash from investing activities
Net cash used in financing activities
Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents from discontinued operations
Consolidated
Half-Year 31
December
2019
$'000
(12,853)
4
(3,529)
(16,378)

Note 16. Events after the reporting period

No matter or circumstance has arisen since 31 December 2020 that has significantly affected, or may significantly affect the operations of the Group, the results of those operations, or the state of affairs of the Group, in future financial years.

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TerraCom Limited Directors' declaration 31 December 2020

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In the directors' opinion:

  • the attached financial statements and notes comply with the Corporations Act 2001, Australian Accounting Standard AASB 134 'Interim Financial Reporting', the Corporations Regulations 2001 and other mandatory professional reporting requirements;

  • the attached financial statements and notes give a true and fair view of the Group's financial position as at 31 December 2020 and of its performance for the financial half-year ended on that date; and

  • there are reasonable grounds to believe that the Company will be able to pay its debts as and when they become due and payable.

Signed in accordance with a resolution of directors made pursuant to section 303(5)(a) of the Corporations Act 2001.

On behalf of the directors

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_________ Wallace Macarthur King Non-Executive Chairman 28 February 2021

_____ ____

Daniel McCarthy Chief Executive Officer

28 February 2021

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Independent Auditor’s Review Report to the Members of TerraCom Limited

Report on the Half-Year Financial Report

Conclusion

We have reviewed the accompanying half-year financial report of TerraCom Limited (the Company) and its subsidiaries (collectively the Group), which comprises the statement of financial position as at 31 December 2020, the statement of comprehensive income, statement of changes in equity and statement of cash flows for the half-year ended on that date, notes comprising a summary of significant accounting policies and other explanatory information, and the directors’ declaration.

Based on our review, which is not an audit, nothing has come to our attention that causes us to believe that the half-year financial report of the Group is not in accordance with the Corporations Act 2001 , including:

  • a) giving a true and fair view of the consolidated financial position of the Group as at 31 December 2020 and of its consolidated financial performance for the half-year ended on that date; and

  • b) complying with Accounting Standard AASB 134 Interim Financial Reporting and the Corporations Regulations 2001 .

Emphasis of Matter - Material Uncertainty Related to Going Concern

We draw attention to Note 1 in the financial report, which indicates the Group incurred a net loss for of $60.4 million for the half-year ended 31 December 2020 and, as of that date, the Group’s current liabilities exceed its current assets by $262.7 million. This current liability position is partly due to the requirement to refinance of the Group’s Listed Euroclear Bond of $199.2 million, currently due for repayment on 30 June 2021. These events or conditions indicate that a material uncertainty exists that may cast significant doubt on the Group’s ability to continue as a going concern. Our opinion is not modified in respect of this matter.

Directors’ Responsibility for the Half-Year Financial Report

The directors of the Company are responsible for the preparation of the half year financial report that gives a true and fair view in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards and the Corporations Act 2001 and for such internal control as the directors determine is necessary to enable the preparation of the half year financial report that is free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.

Auditor’s Responsibility

Our responsibility is to express a conclusion on the half-year financial report based on our review. We conducted our review in accordance with Auditing Standard on Review Engagements ASRE 2410 Review of a Financial Report Performed by the Independent Auditor of the Entity , in order to state whether, on the basis of the procedures described, anything has come to our attention that causes us to believe that the half-year financial report is not in accordance with the Corporations Act 2001 including: giving a true and fair view of the Group’s consolidated financial position as at 31 December 2020 and its consolidated financial performance for the half-year ended on that date; and complying with Accounting Standard AASB 134 Interim Financial Reporting and the Corporations Regulations 2001 . As the auditor of the Group, ASRE 2410 requires that we comply with the ethical requirements relevant to the audit of the annual financial report.

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A review of a half year financial report consists of making enquiries, primarily of persons responsible for financial and accounting matters, and applying analytical and other review procedures. A review is substantially less in scope than an audit conducted in accordance with Australian Auditing Standards and consequently does not enable us to obtain assurance that we would become aware of all significant matters that might be identified in an audit. Accordingly, we do not express an audit opinion.

Independence

In conducting our review, we have complied with the independence requirements of the Corporations Act 2001 .

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Ryan Fisk Partner Sydney 28 February 2021

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