As confidentially submitted to the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 13, 2014. This draft registration statement has not been publicly filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and all information herein remains strictly confidential.
UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
Amendment No. 1
to
Form 20-F
x | REGISTRATION STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(b) OR (g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 |
Or
¨ | ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 |
For the fiscal year ended
Or
¨ | TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 |
Or
¨ | SHELL COMPANY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 |
KENON HOLDINGS LTD.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Singapore | (Company Registration No. 201406588W) 4911 |
Not Applicable | ||
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) |
(Primary Standard Industrial Classification Code Number) |
(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) |
80 Raffles Place #26-01
UOB Plaza 1
Singapore 048624
(Address, including zip code, and telephone number, including area code,
of registrants principal executive offices)
Copies to:
Scott V. Simpson
James A. McDonald
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher and Flom (UK) LLP
40 Bank Street
London E14 5DS
Telephone: +44 20 7519 7000
Facsimile: +44 20 7519 7070
Securities registered or to be registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of Each Class | Name of Each Exchange on Which Registered | |||
Ordinary Shares, no par value* |
Securities registered or to be registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act: None
Securities for which there is a reporting obligation pursuant to Section 15(d) of the Act: None
Indicate by check mark if the registrant is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act. Yes ¨ No x
If this report is an annual or transition report, indicate by check mark if the registrant is not required to file reports pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Yes ¨ No ¨
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such a shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes ¨ No ¨
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate website, if any, every Interactive Data File required to be submitted and posted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit and post such files). Yes ¨ No ¨
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, or a non-accelerated filer. See definition of accelerated filer and large accelerated filer in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. (Check one):
Large accelerated filer ¨ Accelerated filer ¨ Non-accelerated filer x
Indicate by check mark which basis of accounting the registrant has used to prepare the financial statements included in this filing:
U.S. GAAP ¨ | International Financial Reporting Standards as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board x |
Other ¨ |
If Other has been checked in response to the previous question, indicate by check mark which financial statement item the Registrant has elected to follow:
Item 17 ¨ Item 18 ¨
If this is an annual report, indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). Yes ¨ No ¨
(APPLICABLE ONLY TO ISSUERS INVOLVED IN BANKRUPTCY PROCEEDINGS DURING THE PAST FIVE YEARS)
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has filed all documents and reports required to be filed by Sections 12, 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 subsequent to the distribution of securities under a plan confirmed by a court. Yes ¨ No ¨
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PART II | ||||||
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ITEM 14. | Material Modifications to the Rights of Security Holders and Use of Proceeds |
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ITEM 15. | 240 | |||||
ITEM 16. | 240 | |||||
ITEM 16A. | 240 | |||||
ITEM 16B. | 240 | |||||
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ITEM 16D. | 240 | |||||
ITEM 16E. | Purchases of Equity Securities by the Issuer and Affiliated Purchasers |
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ITEM 16F. | 240 | |||||
ITEM 16G. | 240 | |||||
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PART III | ||||||
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ITEM 18. | 241 | |||||
ITEM 19. | 241 |
INTRODUCTION AND USE OF CERTAIN TERMS
We have prepared this registration statement to register our shares under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 in connection with the trading of our shares on . Kenon Holdings Ltd., or Kenon, was formed in the first quarter of 2014 in Singapore to serve as the holding company of businesses to be contributed to Kenon by its parent, Israel Corporation Ltd., or IC, in connection with a spin-off of the following businesses and associated companies that are currently held by IC:
| a 100% interest in IC Power Ltd. (IC Power), a power generation company with operations in Latin America, the Caribbean and Israel; |
| a 50% interest in Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd. (Qoros), an automotive company based in China; |
| a 32% stake in ZIM Integrated Shipping Services, Ltd. (ZIM), a global container shipping company that recently completed a financial restructuring with its creditors, reducing ICs equity interest from 99.7% to 32%; |
| a 31.1% interest in Tower Semiconductor Ltd. (Tower), a NASDAQ and Tel Aviv Stock Exchange, or TASE-listed semiconductor manufacturer; and |
| interests in three businesses in the renewable energy business, including Primus Green Energy, Inc. (Primus), an innovative developer of an alternative fuel technology. |
We have prepared this registration statement using a number of conventions, which you should consider when reading the information contained herein. In this registration statement, we, us and our shall refer to Kenon, or Kenon and each of our businesses collectively, as the context may require. Additionally, this registration statement uses the following conventions:
| HelioFocus Ltd., an Israeli company (HelioFocus), which is one of our renewable energy businesses; |
| IC Power and its operating companies and investments, as the context requires, include the following: |
| AEI Nicaragua Holdings Ltd., a Cayman Island corporation (AEI Nicaragua); |
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| Amayo S.A. a Nicaraguan corporation (Amayo I); |
| Central Cardones SA, a Chilean corporation (Central Cardones); |
| Cerro del Águila S.A., a Peruvian corporation (CDA); |
| Compañía Boliviana de Energía Eléctrica, a Canadian corporation (COBEE); |
| Compañía de Electricidad de Puerto Plata S.A., a Dominican Republic corporation (CEPP); |
| Consorcio Eolico Amayo (Fase II) S.A., a Nicaraguan corporation (Amayo II); |
| Edegel S.A.A., a Peruvian corporation listed on the Lima Stock Exchange (Bolsa de Valores de Lima) (Edegel); |
| Empresa Energetica Corinto Ltd., a Nicaraguan corporation (Corinto); |
| Generandes Peru S.A., a Peruvian corporation (Generandes); |
| IC Power Israel Ltd., an Israeli corporation (ICPI); |
| Inkia Energy Limited, a Bermudian corporation (Inkia); |
| Jamaica Private Power Company, a Jamaican corporation (JPPC); |
| Kallpa Generacion S.A., a Peruvian corporation (Kallpa); |
| Nejapa Power Company LLC, a Delaware corporation (Nejapa); |
| OPC Rotem Ltd., an Israeli corporation (OPC); |
| Pedregal Power Company S.de.R.L, a Panamanian corporation (Pedregal); |
| Southern Cone Power Peru S.A., a Peruvian corporation (Southern Cone); |
| Samay I S.A., a Peruvian corporation (Samay I); |
| Surpetroil S.A.S., a Colombian corporation (Surpetroil); |
| Termoeléctrica Colmito Ltda., a Chilean corporation (Colmito); |
| Tipitapa Power Company Ltd., a Nicaraguan corporation (Tipitapa Power); |
| Petrotec AG, a German company listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (Petrotec), which is one of our renewable energy businesses; |
| Quantum (2007) LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (Quantum), which is the direct owner of our 50% interest in Qoros; |
| renewable energy businesses shall refer to each of Primus, Petrotec and HelioFocus; and |
| spin-off shall refer to (i) ICs proposed contribution to Kenon of its interests in each of IC Power, Qoros, ZIM, Tower, Primus, Petrotec and HelioFocus, as well as other intermediate holding companies related to these entities, and (ii) the concurrent distribution of our issued and outstanding ordinary shares, via a dividend, to ICs existing shareholders. |
Unless otherwise indicated or required by the context, in this registration statement, our disclosure assumes that the consummation of the spin-off has occurred. Although we will not acquire each of our businesses until shortly before the spin-off, the operating and other statistical information with respect to each of our businesses is presented as of December 31, 2013, as if we owned such businesses as of such date.
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FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Under this registration statement, we are applying to register our ordinary shares under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and to list our ordinary shares on . Concurrently with our listing on , we also expect to list our ordinary shares on the TASE. We produce financial statements in accordance with the International Financial Reporting Standards, or IFRS, issued by the International Accounting Standards Board, or IASB, and all financial information included in this registration statement is presented in accordance with IFRS, except as otherwise indicated. In particular, this registration statement contains certain non-IFRS financial measures which are defined under Item 3A. Selected Financial Data and Item 4B. Business Overview Our Businesses and Associated Companies IC Power. In addition, certain financial information relating to Tower, where indicated, has been prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
Our financial statements presented in this registration statement are combined carve-out financial statements. The combined carve-out financial statements included in this registration statement comprise statements of income, statements of cash flows and statements of changes in parent company investment for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012 and balance sheet data as of December 31, 2013, December 31, 2012 and January 1, 2012. These financial statements represent our first publication of financial statements in accordance with IFRS. We present our combined carve-out financial statements in U.S. Dollars, the legal currency of the United States. All references in this registration statement to (i) dollars, $ or USD are to U.S. Dollars; (ii) Singapore Dollars or S$ are to the legal currency of Singapore; (iii) EUR or Euro are to the legal currency of participating member states for the purposes of the European Monetary Union; (iv) NIS or New Israeli Shekel are to the legal currency of the State of Israel, or Israel; (v) Peruvian Nuevo Sol are to the legal currency of Peru; (vi) Bs and Bolivianos are to the legal currency of Bolivia; (vii) JPY or Japanese Yen are to the legal currency of Japan; and (viii) Yuan, RMB or Chinese Yuan are to the legal currency of China. We have made rounding adjustments to reach some of the figures included in this registration statement. Consequently, numerical figures shown as totals in some tables may not be arithmetic aggregations of the figures that precede them. Solely for convenience, this registration statement contains conversions of certain RMB, Euro and New Israeli Shekel amounts into U.S. Dollars at rates of 6.1557:1 RMB/U.S. Dollar, 1.3412:1 U.S. Dollar/Euro and 3.4760:1 NIS/U.S. Dollar, respectively, as of August 8, 2014. These conversions are solely illustrative, and you should not expect that a RMB, Euro, or New Israeli Shekel amount actually represents a stated U.S. Dollar amount or that it could be converted into U.S. Dollars at the rate suggested.
In this registration statement, we also attach consolidated statements of profit or loss and other comprehensive income, consolidated statements of changes in equity, and consolidated statements of cash flows for Qoros for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012 and consolidated statements of financial position for Qoros as of December 31, 2013, December 31, 2012 and January 1, 2012, in accordance with Rule 3-09 of Regulation S-X.
NON-IFRS FINANCIAL INFORMATION
In this registration statement, we disclose non-IFRS financial measures, namely EBITDA, Proportionate EBITDA, Net Debt and Proportionate Net Debt, each as defined under Item 3A. Selected Financial Data and Item 4B. Business Overview Our Businesses and Associated Companies IC Power. Each of these measures are important measures used by us, and our subsidiaries and associated companies, to assess financial performance. We believe that the disclosure of EBITDA, Proportionate EBITDA, Net Debt and Proportionate Net Debt provides transparent and useful information to investors and financial analysts in their review of our, or our subsidiaries and associated companies, operating performance and in the comparison of such operating performance to the operating performance of other companies in the same industry or in other industries that have different capital structures, debt levels and/or income tax rates.
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EXCHANGE RATE INFORMATION
The following tables set forth the historical period-end, average, high and low noon buying rates in New York City for cable transfers in foreign currencies as certified by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York for the U.S. Dollars, expressed in RMB per one U.S. Dollar, and Euro per one U.S. Dollar, as applicable, for the periods indicated:
RMB/U.S. Dollar | ||||||||||||||||
Year |
Period end |
Average rate1 |
High | Low | ||||||||||||
2009 |
6.8259 | 6.8295 | 6.8470 | 6.8176 | ||||||||||||
2010 |
6.6000 | 6.7603 | 6.8330 | 6.6000 | ||||||||||||
2011 |
6.2939 | 6.4475 | 6.6364 | 6.2939 | ||||||||||||
2012 |
6.2301 | 6.2990 | 6.3879 | 6.2221 | ||||||||||||
2013 |
6.0537 | 6.1412 | 6.2438 | 6.0537 | ||||||||||||
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1. | The average rate is based upon the exchange rate in effect on the last business day of each month. |
RMB/U. S. Dollar | ||||||||
Month |
High | Low | ||||||
January 2014 |
6.0600 | 6.0402 | ||||||
February 2014 |
6.1448 | 6.0591 | ||||||
March 2014 |
6.2273 | 6.1183 | ||||||
April 2014 |
6.2591 | 6.1966 | ||||||
May 2014 |
6.2591 | 6.2255 | ||||||
June 2014 |
6.2548 | 6.2036 | ||||||
July 2014 |
6.2115 | 6.1712 | ||||||
August 2014 (up to August 8, 2014) |
6.1793 | 6.1557 |
U.S. Dollar/Euro | ||||||||||||||||
Year |
Period end |
Average rate1 |
High | Low | ||||||||||||
2009 |
1.4332 | 1.3955 | 1.5100 | 1.2547 | ||||||||||||
2010 |
1.3269 | 1.3216 | 1.4536 | 1.1959 | ||||||||||||
2011 |
1.2973 | 1.4002 | 1.4875 | 1.2926 | ||||||||||||
2012 |
1.3186 | 1.2909 | 1.3463 | 1.2062 | ||||||||||||
2013 |
1.3779 | 1.3303 | 1.3816 | 1.2774 | ||||||||||||
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1. | The average rate is based upon the exchange rate in effect on the last business day of each month. |
U. S. Dollar/Euro | ||||||||
Month |
High | Low | ||||||
January 2014 |
1.3680 | 1.3500 | ||||||
February 2014 |
1.3806 | 1.3507 | ||||||
March 2014 |
1.3927 | 1.3731 | ||||||
April 2014 |
1.3898 | 1.3704 | ||||||
May 2014 |
1.3924 | 1.3596 | ||||||
June 2014 |
1.3690 | 1.3522 | ||||||
July 2014 |
1.3681 | 1.3378 | ||||||
August 2014 (up to August 8, 2014) |
1.3414 | 1.3355 |
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The following tables set forth the historical period-end, average, high and low rates, calculated using the daily representative rates, as reported by the Bank of Israel for the U.S. Dollars, expressed in NIS per one U.S. Dollar for the periods indicated:
U.S. Dollar/New Israeli Shekel | ||||||||||||||||
Year |
Period end |
Average rate1 |
High | Low | ||||||||||||
2009 |
3.775 | 3.927 | 4.256 | 3.690 | ||||||||||||
2010 |
3.549 | 3.732 | 3.894 | 3.549 | ||||||||||||
2011 |
3.821 | 3.582 | 3.821 | 3.363 | ||||||||||||
2012 |
3.733 | 3.844 | 4.084 | 3.700 | ||||||||||||
2013 |
3.471 | 3.360 | 3.791 | 3.471 | ||||||||||||
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1. | The average rate is based upon the exchange rate in effect on the last business day of each month. |
U.S. Dollar/ New Israeli Shekel |
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Month |
High | Low | ||||||
January 2014 |
3.507 | 3.483 | ||||||
February 2014 |
3.549 | 3.496 | ||||||
March 2014 |
3.504 | 3.459 | ||||||
April 2014 |
3.493 | 3.461 | ||||||
May 2014 |
3.490 | 3.447 | ||||||
June 2014 |
3.476 | 3.432 | ||||||
July 2014 |
3.436 | 3.402 | ||||||
August 2014 (up to August 8, 2014) |
3.476 | 3.415 |
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MARKET AND INDUSTRY DATA
Unless otherwise indicated, all sources for industry data and statistics are estimates or forecasts contained in or derived from internal or industry sources we believe to be reliable. Market data used throughout this registration statement was obtained from independent industry publications and other publicly available information. Such data, as well as internal surveys, industry forecasts and market research, while believed to be reliable, have not been independently verified. In addition, in certain cases we have made statements in this registration statement regarding the industries in which each of our businesses operate and their position in such industries based upon the experience of our businesses and their individual investigations of the market conditions affecting their respective operations.
Market data and statistics are inherently predictive and speculative and are not necessarily reflective of actual market conditions. Such statistics are based upon market research, which itself is based upon sampling and subjective judgments by both the researchers and the respondents. In addition, the value of comparisons of statistics for different markets is limited by many factors, including that (i) the markets are defined differently, (ii) the underlying information was gathered by different methods and (iii) different assumptions were applied in compiling the data. Accordingly, although we believe and operate as though all market and industry information presented in this Registration Statement is accurate, the market statistics included in this registration statement should be viewed with caution.
TECHNICAL TERMS
Unless otherwise indicated, statistics provided throughout this registration statement with respect to power generation units are expressed in MW, in the case of the capacity of such power generation units, and in GWh, in the case of the electricity production of such power generation units. One GWh is equal to 1,000 MWh, and one MWh is equal to 1,000 KWh. Statistics relating to aggregate annual electricity production are expressed in GWh and are based on a year of 8,760 hours. Unless otherwise indicated, the capacity and generation figures of IC Power provided in this registration statement reflect IC Powers proportionate interests in each of its subsidiaries and associated companies. For information on IC Powers ownership interest in each of its operating companies, see Item 4B. Business Overview Our Businesses and Associated Companies IC Power.
INFORMATION REGARDING TOWER
Tower is subject to the reporting requirements of the SEC and, as a foreign private issuer, Tower is required to file with the SEC annual reports containing audited financial information, and to furnish to the SEC reports containing any material information that Tower provides to its local securities regulator, investors or stock exchange. Towers published financial statements are prepared according to US GAAP. Information related to Tower contained, or referred to, in this registration statement has been derived from Towers public filings with the SEC; financial information of Tower in accordance with IFRS has been derived a reconciliation of US GAAP information to IFRS. Although we have a significant equity interest in Tower, we do not control or manage Tower, participate in the preparation of Towers public reports or financial statements or have any specific information rights. Any information related to Tower contained, or referred to, in this registration statement is provided to satisfy our obligations under the Exchange Act of 1934. You are encouraged to review Towers publicly available filings, which can be found on the SECs website at www.sec.gov.
We have a 31.1% equity interest in Tower, as of June 30, 2014, assuming the full conversion of Towers approximately 7.9 million outstanding capital notes held by Bank Leumi Le-Israel B.M., or Bank Leumi, and Bank Hapoalim, which conversion would result in approximately 57.2 million shares outstanding. Kenons equity interest in Tower, based upon the approximately 49.3 million Tower shares currently outstanding, is 36.6%. Kenon may experience additional dilution of its equity interest in Tower if the holders of Towers outstanding convertible bonds, options and warrants convert their bonds and exercise their options or warrants, as applicable. Should all outstanding convertible bonds, options and warrants be converted and exercised, Kenons equity interest in Tower, which we refer to as Kenons fully-diluted equity interest, would decrease to 18.9%.
INFORMATION REGARDING EDEGEL
IC Power indirectly owns 21% of Edegel (IC Power has a 100% interest in Inkia, which has a 100% interest in Southern Cone, which has a 39% equity interest in Generandes, an entity that, in turn, has a 54% equity
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interest in the outstanding shares of Edegel). Edegel is the largest generator of electricity in Peru, and is listed on the Lima Stock Exchange (Bolsa de Valores de Lima). In April 2014, IC Power entered into an agreement to sell its 21% equity interest in Edegel to Enersis S.A., or Enersis, a subsidiary of Edegels indirect controlling shareholder, for $413 million. IC Power is entitled to receive its proportionate share of earnings generated by Edegel up to the closing of the transaction. The sale of IC Powers equity interest in Edegel is subject to regulatory approval by INDECOPI, the Peruvian anti-trust regulator.
SPECIAL NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
This registration statement contains forward-looking statements reflecting our current expectations and views of the quality of our assets, our anticipated financial performance, our future growth prospects and the future growth prospects of our businesses and associated companies, the listing and liquidity of our ordinary shares, and other future events. Forward-looking statements relate to expectations, beliefs, projections, future plans and strategies, anticipated events or trends and similar expressions concerning matters that are not historical facts, and are principally contained in the sections entitled Item 3. Key Information, Item 4. Information on the Company and Item 5. Operating and Financial Review and Prospects. Some of these forward-looking statements can be identified by terms and phrases such as anticipate, should, likely, foresee, believe, estimate, expect, intend, continue, could, may, plan, project, predict, will, and similar expressions.
These forward-looking statements include statements relating to:
| our goals and strategies; |
| our capital commitments with respect to each of our businesses and associated companies; |
| the listing of our ordinary shares on each of the and the TASE; |
| our ability to implement, successfully or at all, our strategies for us and for each of our businesses following the spin-off; |
| tax and corporate benefits relating to our incorporation in Singapore; |
| our capital allocation principles, as set forth in Item 4B. Business Overview Our Strategy; |
| the funding requirements, strategies, and business development plans of our businesses, including expectations that our businesses will be able to raise third party debt and/or equity financing to fund their operations as needed, including for the construction or expansion of their operations and/or respective facilities; |
| the potential listing, distribution or monetization of our businesses and the anticipated timing thereof; |
| expected trends in the industries in which each of our businesses operate, including trends relating to the growth of a particular market; |
| fluctuations in the availability and prices of commodities purchased by, or in competition with, our businesses; |
| resolutions of particular litigation and/or regulatory proceedings; |
| with respect to IC Power: |
| the sale of Edegel; |
| the cost and expected timing of completion of existing construction projects and the anticipated business results of such projects; |
| the ability to finance existing, and to source and finance new, development and acquisition projects; |
| its ability to source and enter into long-term power purchase agreements, or PPAs and turnkey agreements and the amounts to be paid under such agreements; |
| expected increased demand in the Peruvian power generation industry and other markets where we currently operate or may operate in the future; and |
| the potential nationalization of operating assets; |
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| with respect to Qoros: |
| the acceptance of Qoros vehicle models by its targeted Chinese consumers; |
| growth in the Chinese passenger vehicle market, particularly within the C-segment market; |
| development of a competitive vehicle platform; |
| continued development of an effective dealer network; |
| Qoros ability to expand its commercial operation, including with respect to its development of aftersales and customer services; |
| Qoros ability to secure third-party debt financing to support its operational expansion and development; |
| Qoros ability to increase its production capacity and expected costs; |
| Qoros ability to efficiently launch new models, using its existing platform to the extent that demand for its vehicles increases; and |
| Qoros ability to secure the necessary government approvals and permits required for its continued manufacturing and/or facility expansions; |
| with respect to ZIM: |
| the assumptions used in its impairment analysis, including with respect to expected fuel price, freight rates, and WAC trends; |
| modifications with respect to its operating fleet and lines, including the leasing of larger vessels within certain trade zones; |
| completion of the expansion of the Panama canal; |
| expected growth in the container shipping industry, generally, and in certain trade zones, in particular; |
| ability to enter into, and benefit from, cooperative operational agreements and alliances with other liners companies; and |
| trends related to the global container shipping industry, including with respect to fluctuations in container supply, demand, and charter/freights rates; |
| with respect to Tower: |
| Towers ability to promote and fund its growth plan and the ramp-up of its businesses; |
| Towers ability to maintain its technological and manufacturing capacity and capabilities; |
| the maintenance of high utilization rates in each of its manufacturing facilities; |
| fulfillment of its debt obligations and other liabilities; and |
| Towers ability to finance its operations via cash flow from operations and/or financing transactions; |
| with respect to our renewable energy businesses: |
| the increased acceptance of alternative fuels and renewable energy technologies and processes; |
| the continued relatively low pricing of material alternative fuel inputs (e.g., natural gas, used cooking oil and other types of waste oils and fats) as compared to material traditional fuel inputs (e.g., petroleum, crude oil, or diesel); |
| their individual ability to effectively respond to changes in applicable government regulations and standards; |
| the continued relatively low price of alternative fuels (e.g., high-octane gasoline or biodiesel) as compared to traditional fuels (e.g., petroleum-derived gasoline, jet fuel, or petrodiesel); |
| subsidies provided by national and local governments to incentivize the production and/or sale of renewable energy products; |
| their ability to source third party financing to support their operational expansions and development efforts; and |
| their ability to continue to develop technologies and processes for commercialization. |
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The preceding list is not intended to be an exhaustive list of each of our forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements are based on our beliefs, assumptions and expectations of future performance, taking into account the information currently available to us and are only predictions based upon our current expectations and projections about future events. There are important factors that could cause our actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements to differ materially from the results, level of activity, performance or achievements expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements which are set forth in Item 3D. Risk Factors. Given these risks and uncertainties, you should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements as a prediction of actual results.
Except as required by law, we undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. The foregoing factors that could cause our actual results to differ materially from those contemplated in any forward-looking statement included in this registration statement should not be construed as exhaustive. You should read this registration statement, and each of the documents filed as exhibits to the registration statement, completely, with this cautionary note in mind, and with the understanding that our actual future results may be materially different from what we expect.
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PART I
ITEM 1. Identity of Directors, Senior Management and Advisers
A. | Directors and Senior Management |
For information on our directors and senior management, see Item 6A. Directors and Senior Management.
B. | Advisers |
Not applicable.
C. | Auditors |
For information on our auditors, see Item 10G. Statement by Experts.
ITEM 2. Offer Statistics and Expected Timetable
Not applicable.
A. | Selected Financial Data |
The following tables set forth our selected combined carve-out financial and other data. This information should be read in conjunction with our combined carve-out financial statements, and the notes thereto, as of December 31, 2013 and 2012 and January 1, 2012 and for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, included elsewhere in this registration statement, the information contained in Item 5. Operating and Financial Review and Prospects and Item 3D. Risk Factors. The historical financial and other data included here and elsewhere in this registration statement should not be assumed to be indicative of our future financial condition or results of operations.
Our financial statements presented in this registration statement are combined carve-out financial statements and have been prepared in accordance with IFRS as issued by the IASB. The assumptions used in the preparation of the selected financial data for 2009, 2010 and 2011 set forth below are the same as those used in the preparation of the audited financial statements for 2012 and 2013 as described in Note 1 to the combined carve-out financial statements included elsewhere in this registration statement.
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The financial information below also includes certain non-IFRS measures used by us to evaluate our economic and financial performance. These measures are not identified as accounting measures under IFRS and therefore should not be considered as an alternative measure to evaluate our performance.
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Revenues |
$ | 4,812 | $ | 4,751 | $ | 4,507 | $ | 4,139 | $ | 2,776 | ||||||||||
Cost of sales and services |
4,385 | 4,360 | 4,324 | 3,622 | 3,081 | |||||||||||||||
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Gross profit (loss) |
$ | 137 | $ | 50 | $ | (22 | ) | $ | 338 | $ | (460 | ) | ||||||||
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235 | 221 | 225 | 197 | 198 | |||||||||||||||
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38 | 6 | 15 | 27 | 58 | |||||||||||||||
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(84 | ) | (52 | ) | (93 | ) | (181 | ) | (98 | ) | ||||||||||
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$ | (52 | ) | $ | (125 | ) | $ | (169 | ) | $ | 295 | $ | (618 | ) | ||||||
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384 | 238 | 203 | 200 | 141 | |||||||||||||||
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$ | 377 | $ | 232 | $ | 156 | $ | 148 | $ | (160 | ) | |||||||||
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$ | (546 | ) | $ | (400 | ) | $ | (352 | ) | $ | 132 | $ | (495 | ) | ||||||
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(63 | ) | (40 | ) | (37 | ) | (38 | ) | 62 | |||||||||||
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$ | (609 | ) | $ | (440 | ) | $ | (389 | ) | $ | 94 | $ | (433 | ) | ||||||
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$ | (626 | ) | $ | (452 | ) | $ | (407 | ) | $ | 77 | $ | (436 | ) | ||||||
Non-controlling interests |
17 | 12 | 18 | 17 | 3 | |||||||||||||||
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$ | 66 | $ | 57 | $ | 60 | 3 | $ | 43 | $ | 59 | 4 | ||||||||
Qoros |
(127 | ) | (54 | ) | (54 | ) | (39 | ) | (6 | ) | ||||||||||
ZIM |
(533 | ) | (432 | ) | (395 | ) | 54 | (428 | ) | |||||||||||
Tower |
(27 | ) | (21 | ) | (8 | ) | (15 | ) | (45 | ) | ||||||||||
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(5 | ) | (2 | ) | (10 | ) | 34 | (16 | ) | |||||||||||
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Cash and cash equivalents |
$ | 671 | $ | 414 | $ | 439 | $ | 614 | $ | 220 | ||||||||||
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30 | 89 | 175 | 144 | 50 | |||||||||||||||
Trade receivables |
358 | 323 | 286 | 318 | 229 | |||||||||||||||
Other receivables and debt balances |
98 | 83 | 93 | 76 | 123 | |||||||||||||||
Income tax receivable |
7 | 15 | 8 | 15 | | |||||||||||||||
Inventories |
150 | 174 | 161 | 128 | 127 | |||||||||||||||
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$ | 1,314 | $ | 1,098 | $ | 1,162 | $ | 1,295 | $ | 749 | ||||||||||
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$ | 5,984 | $ | 5,978 | $ | 6,001 | $ | 5,676 | $ | 4,732 | ||||||||||
Total current liabilities |
$ | 2,920 | $ | 1,173 | $ | 2,666 | $ | 950 | $ | 734 | ||||||||||
Total non-current liabilities |
$ | 2,112 | $ | 3,357 | $ | 1,756 | $ | 2,903 | $ | 2,575 | ||||||||||
Parent company investment |
714 | 1,213 | 1,401 | 1,666 | $ | 1,239 | ||||||||||||||
Total parent company investment and non-controlling interests |
$ | 952 | $ | 1,448 | $ | 1,579 | $ | 1,823 | $ | 1,423 | ||||||||||
Total liabilities and parent company investment and non-controlling interests |
$ | 5,984 | $ | 5,978 | $ | 6,001 | $ | 5,676 | $ | 4,732 | ||||||||||
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Cash flows from operating activities |
$ | 257 | $ | 169 | $ | 130 | $ | 446 | $ | (374 | ) | |||||||||
Cash flows from investing activities |
(278 | ) | (318 | ) | (575 | ) | (338 | ) | (46 | ) | ||||||||||
Cash flows from financing activities |
282 | 119 | 269 | 322 | 345 | |||||||||||||||
Net change in cash in period |
261 | (30 | ) | (176 | ) | 430 | (75 | ) | ||||||||||||
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1. | IC Power was organized in March 2010. IC Powers primary main subsidiaries are Inkia, the holding company for IC Powers operations in Latin America and the Caribbean, and OPC, IC Powers operating company in Israel. Financial data for 2009 and 2010, up to the date of formation of IC Power, are results of Inkia. |
2. | Net income attributable to Kenon shareholders for each segment and associated company set forth in the table. |
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3. | Includes $24 million of pre-tax recognition of negative goodwill. |
4. | Includes recognition of capital gains of $35 million pre-tax. |
5. | Includes intercompany finance income, Kenons general and administrative expenses, as well as the results of Primus and Petrotec. |
Information on Business Segments
Kenon is a holding company of (i) IC Power, (ii) certain renewable energy businesses (Primus, Petrotec and HelioFocus), (iii) a 50% interest in Qoros, (iv) a 32% interest in ZIM and (v) a 31.1% stake in Tower. Kenons segments are IC Power, ZIM, Qoros and Other, which includes the consolidated results of Primus and Petrotec. The results of Qoros, Tower, HelioFocus and certain non-controlling interests held by IC Power are reflected in our statement of income as share in income (loss) from associates. The following table sets forth selected financial data for Kenons reportable segments for the periods presented:
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$ | 866 | $ | 3,682 | $ | 2 | $ | 257 | $ | 5 | $ | 4,812 | ||||||||||||
Depreciation and amortization |
(75 | ) | (238 | )4 | 7 | (5 | ) | 7 | (318 | ) | ||||||||||||||
Financing income |
5 | 3 | (3 | ) | 31 | (35 | ) | 7 | ||||||||||||||||
Financing expenses |
(86 | ) | (330 | ) | 5 | | (37 | ) | (384 | ) | ||||||||||||||
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$ | 123 | $ | (507 | ) | (255 | ) | $ | (162 | ) | $ | 255 | $ | (546 | ) | |||||||||
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$ | 81 | $ | (530 | ) | $ | (255 | ) | $ | (160 | ) | $ | 255 | $ | (609 | ) | ||||||||
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66 | (535 | ) | | (157 | ) | | (626 | ) | |||||||||||||||
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Segment assets5 |
$ | 2,749 | $ | 2,591 | $ | 1,531 | $ | 1,240 | $ | (2,667 | ) | $ | 5,444 | |||||||||||
Investments in associated companies |
286 | 11 | | 243 | | 540 | ||||||||||||||||||
Segment liabilities |
2,237 | 3,180 | 1,127 | 751 | (2,263 | ) | 5,032 | |||||||||||||||||
Capital expenditure |
351 | 20 | 692 | | (692 | ) | 371 | |||||||||||||||||
EBITDA |
$ | 247 | 6 | $ | 48 | 7 | $ | (246 | )(8) | $ | (29 | )9 | $ | 246 | $ | 266 | ||||||||
Percentage of combined revenues |
18 | % | 77 | % | | 5 | % | | 100 | % | ||||||||||||||
Percentage of combined assets |
51 | % | 43 | % | | 6 | % | | 100 | % | ||||||||||||||
Percentage of combined assets excluding associated companies |
51 | % | 48 | % | | 1 | % | | 100 | % | ||||||||||||||
Percentage of combined EBITDA |
93 | % | 18 | % | | (11 | )% | | 100 | % | ||||||||||||||
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1. | Includes ZIMs consolidated results as a result of ICs previous 99.7% interest in ZIM. In future periods, however, as a result of ICs reduced equity interest in ZIM to 32% in July 2014, we will no longer consolidate ZIMs results of operations and, instead, will present ZIMs results as a share in income (loss) from associates. |
2. | Includes financing income from parent company loans to Kenons subsidiaries, holding company general and administrative expenses, as well as the results of Primus and Petrotec. |
3. | Adjustments includes inter-segment sales and the consolidation entries. For the purposes of calculating the percentage of combined assets and the percentage of combined assets excluding associated companies, Adjustments has been combined with Other. |
4. | In the case of ZIM, includes the derecognition of payments on account of vessels of $72 million. |
5. | Excludes investment in associates. |
6. | For IC Powers definition of EBITDA and a reconciliation of IC Powers net income to its EBITDA, see Information on Business Segments IC Power. |
7. | For ZIMs definition of EBITDA and a reconciliation of ZIMs net income to its EBITDA, see Information on Business Segments ZIM. |
8. | With respect to Qoros, Kenon defines EBITDA for each period as income (loss) for the year before finance expenses (net), depreciation and amortization, and income tax expense, excluding share in income (loss) of associated companies. EBITDA is not recognized under IFRS or any other generally accepted accounting principles as a measure of financial performance and should not be considered as a substitute for net income or loss, cash flow from operations or other measures of operating performance or liquidity determined in accordance with IFRS. EBITDA is not intended to represent funds available for dividends or other discretionary uses by us because those funds are required for debt service, capital expenditures, working capital and other commitments and contingencies. EBITDA presents limitations that impair its use as a measure of our profitability since it does not take into consideration certain costs and expenses that result from our business that could have a significant effect on our net income, such as financial expenses, taxes, depreciation, capital expenses and other related charges. The following table sets forth a reconciliation of Qoros income (loss) to its EBITDA for the periods presented. Other companies may calculate EBITDA differently, and therefore this presentation of EBITDA may not be comparable to other similarly titled measures used by other companies. |
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$ | (255 | ) | $ | (108 | ) | ||
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$ | (160 | ) | $ | (79 | ) | ||
Finance expenses (net) |
(31 | ) | (24 | ) | ||||
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$ | 576 | $ | 3,960 | | $ | 215 | | $ | 4,751 | ||||||||||||||
Depreciation and amortization |
(55 | ) | (314 | )4 | 3 | (4 | ) | (3 | ) | (373 | ) | |||||||||||||
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5 | 3 | (6 | ) | 24 | 32 | 6 | |||||||||||||||||
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(50 | ) | (214 | ) | | | (26 | ) | (238 | ) | ||||||||||||||
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$ | 87 | $ | (408 | ) | $ | (108 | ) | $ | (79 | ) | $ | 108 | $ | (400 | ) | ||||||||
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57 | (433 | ) | | (76 | ) | | (452 | ) | |||||||||||||||
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$ | 2,145 | $ | 3,142 | $ | 786 | $ | 1,073 | $ | (1,745 | ) | $ | 5,401 | |||||||||||
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312 | 18 | | 247 | | 577 | ||||||||||||||||||
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1,709 | 3,186 | 420 | 594 | (1,379 | ) | 4,530 | |||||||||||||||||
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391 | 42 | 350 | | 359 | 433 | ||||||||||||||||||
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$ | 154 | 6 | $ | 108 | 7 | $ | (111 | )8 | $ | (14 | )9 | $ | 111 | $ | 248 | ||||||||
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13 | % | 82 | % | | 6 | % | | 100 | % | ||||||||||||||
Percentage of Combined Assets |
41 | % | 53 | % | | 6 | % | | 100 | % | ||||||||||||||
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40 | % | 58 | % | | 2 | % | | 100 | % | ||||||||||||||
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62 | % | 44 | % | | (6 | )% | | 100 | % | ||||||||||||||
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1. | Includes ZIMs consolidated results as a result of ICs previous 99.7% interest in ZIM. In future periods, however as a result of ICs reduced equity interest in ZIM to 32% in July 2014, we will no longer consolidate ZIMs results of operations and, instead, will present ZIMs results as a share in income (loss) from associates. |
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2. | Includes financing income from parent company loans to Kenons subsidiaries, holding company general and administrative expenses, as well as the results of Primus and Petrotec. |
3. | Adjustments includes the consolidation entries. For the purposes of calculating the percentage of combined assets and the percentage of combined assets excluding associated companies, Adjustments has been combined with Other. |
4. | In the case of ZIM, includes the derecognition of payments on account of vessels of $133 million. |
5. | Excludes investment in associates. |
6. | For a reconciliation of IC Powers net income to its EBITDA, see Information on Business Segments IC Power. |
7. | For a reconciliation of ZIMs net income to its EBITDA, see Information on Business Segments ZIM. |
8. | For a reconciliation of Qoros income (loss) to its EBITDA, see the footnote to the preceding table. |
9. | For a reconciliation of our Other reporting segments income (loss) to its EBITDA, see the footnote to the preceding table. |
The following tables set forth other financial and key operating data for IC Power and ZIM for the periods presented:
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EBITDA1 |
$ | 247 | $ | 154 | ||||
Proportionate EBITDA1 |
265 | 192 | ||||||
Net Debt2 |
1,143 | 1,001 | ||||||
Proportionate Net Debt2 |
1,004 | 886 | ||||||
Effective proportionate capacity of operating companies and associated companies at end of year (MW), including proportionate capacity of Edegel3 |
1,984 | 1,574 | ||||||
Effective proportionate capacity of operating companies and associated companies at end of year (MW) excluding proportionate capacity of Edegel3 |
1,658 | 1,248 | ||||||
Weighted average availability during the period (%) |
95 | % | 93 | % | ||||
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IC Power defines Proportionate EBITDA for each period as EBITDA, adjusted to exclude income recognized from recognition of negative goodwill and capital gains, minus proportionate share in EBITDA attributable to minority interests held by third parties in IC Powers consolidated subsidiaries plus proportionate share in EBITDA from any associated companies in which IC Power owns a minority interest.
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EBITDA and Proportionate EBITDA are not recognized under IFRS or any other generally accepted accounting principles as measures of financial performance and should not be considered as a substitute for net income or loss, cash flow from operations or other measures of operating performance or liquidity determined in accordance with IFRS. EBITDA and Proportionate EBITDA are not intended to represent funds available for dividends or other discretionary uses by IC Power because those funds are required for debt service, capital expenditures, working capital and other commitments and contingencies. EBITDA and Proportionate EBITDA present limitations that impair their use as a measure of IC Powers profitability since they do not take into consideration certain costs and expenses that result from IC Powers business that could have a significant effect on IC Powers net income, such as financial expenses, taxes, depreciation, capital expenses and other related charges. The following table sets forth a reconciliation of IC Powers income to its EBITDA and its Proportionate EBITDA for the periods presented. Other companies may calculate EBITDA and Proportionate EBITDA differently, and therefore this presentation of EBITDA and Proportionate EBITDA may not be comparable to other similarly titled measures used by other companies:
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$ | 81 | $ | 66 | $ | 73 | $ | 56 | $ | 66 | $ | (4) | ||||||||||||
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75 | 55 | 41 | 35 | 26 | 20 | ||||||||||||||||||
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81 | 45 | 37 | 29 | 20 | 29 | ||||||||||||||||||
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42 | 21 | 18 | 13 | 9 | 8 | ||||||||||||||||||
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(32 | ) | (33 | ) | (25 | ) | (20) | (21) | (12) | |||||||||||||||
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$ | 247 | $ | 154 | $ | 144 | $ | 113 | $ | 100 | $ | 41 | ||||||||||||
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69 | 66 | 62 | 38 | 33 | 29 | ||||||||||||||||||
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265 | 192 | 160 | 131 | 92 | 67 | ||||||||||||||||||
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(1) IC Power was organized in March 2010. Results for 2008, 2009 and 2010, are the results of Inkia. (2) Includes pro rata share of depreciation, interest expense and tax provision adjustments for unconsolidated entities in which IC Power owns a minority interest.
We are presenting a reconciliation of income to EBITDA for IC Power for 2008 through 2013 as we present elsewhere in this registration statement the CAGR in our EBITDA from 2008 through 2013. |
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2. | Proportionate net debt is calculated as total debt, excluding debt from parent, minus cash, minus debt attributable to minority interests held by third parties in IC Powers subsidiaries (i.e., net debt of each such subsidiary multiplied by the percentage owned by third parties in such subsidiary) plus IC Powers proportionate share of debt of associated companies in which IC Power owns a minority interest (i.e., net debt of associated companies multiplied by IC Powers ownership interest). Net debt and proportionate net debt are not measures recognized under IFRS. The table below sets forth a reconciliation of total debt to net debt and proportionate net debt. |
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Total debt(1) |
$ | 1,669 | $ | 1,266 | ||||
Cash(2) |
526 | 265 | ||||||
Net debt |
1,143 | 1,001 | ||||||
minus net Debt attributable to minority interests held by third parties in IC Power subsidiaries |
(188 | ) | (169 | ) | ||||
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49 | 54 | ||||||
Proportionate net debt |
$ | 1,004 | $ | 886 | ||||
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3. | IC Power has entered into an agreement to sell its 21% indirect equity interest in Edegel. The transaction has not yet been completed and is subject to regulatory approval. |
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Number of vessels owned (including partially-owned) or chartered |
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Aggregate carrying capacity (in TEU) |
346,311 | 361,263 | ||||||
Aggregate TEUs shipped |
2,519 | 2,407 | ||||||
Average freight rate/TEU |
$ | 1,227 | $ | 1,342 | ||||
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1. ZIM defines EBITDA for each period as income (loss) for the year before finance expense, net, depreciation, amortization and loss due to derecognition of payments on account of vessels, and income tax expense, excluding share in profit of associated companies. EBITDA is not recognized under IFRS or any other generally accepted accounting principles as a measure of financial performance and should not be considered as a substitute for net income or loss, cash flow from operations or other measures of operating performance or liquidity determined in accordance with IFRS. EBITDA is not intended to represent funds available for dividends or other discretionary uses by ZIM because those funds are required for debt service, capital expenditures, working capital and other commitments and contingencies. EBITDA presents limitations that impair its use as a measure of ZIMs profitability since it does not take into consideration certain costs and expenses that result from ZIMs business that could have a significant effect on ZIMs net income, such as financial expenses, taxes, depreciation, capital expenses and other related charges. The following table sets forth a reconciliation of ZIMs income (loss) to its EBITDA for the periods presented. Other companies may calculate EBITDA differently, and therefore this presentation of EBITDA may not be comparable to other similarly titled measures used by other companies: |
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2013 | 2012 | |||||||
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Loss for the year |
$ | (530 | ) | $ | (427 | ) | ||
Depreciation and amortization |
238 | 314 | ||||||
Finance expense (net) |
327 | 211 | ||||||
Income tax expense |
23 | 19 | ||||||
Share in (income) loss from associates |
(10 | ) | (9 | ) | ||||
EBITDA |
$ | 48 | $ | 108 |
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Unaudited Pro Forma Financial Information
On July 16, 2014, ZIM completed its financial restructuring, reducing ZIMs outstanding indebtedness and liabilities (face value, including future off-balance sheet commitments such as operational leases) from approximately $3.4 billion to a remaining balance of approximately $2 billion. As a result, ZIM is not in default under any of its loans or outstanding liabilities and the lenders under ZIMs loans no longer have the right to demand ZIMs immediate repayment of such indebtedness. Additionally, as of July 31, 2014, ZIM was in compliance with its minimum liquidity covenant of $125 million. In connection with the completion of ZIMs restructuring plan, ZIM also postponed certain of its maturity dates and reduced certain of its charter rates. As part of ZIMs restructuring, IC invested $200 million in ZIMs capital structure and ICs ownership of ZIM (which will be contributed to Kenon) was reduced to 32% of ZIMs outstanding shares. In addition, IC waived all of ZIMs current debts owed to it, which were subordinated debts of approximately $240 million, and IC undertook to provide a credit line to ZIM in the amount of $50 million, bearing market interest rate for a period of two years from the date of the completion of the restructuring. For further information on the terms of ZIMs restructuring plan, see Item 5B. Liquidity and Capital Resources ZIMs Liquidity and Capital Resources ZIMs Restructuring Plan.
The following unaudited pro forma condensed combined carve-out financial statements are presented to illustrate the effects of ZIMs restructuring. The unaudited pro forma statement of financial position as of December 31, 2013 illustrates the estimated effects of the restructuring on Kenons condensed consolidated statements of financial position, as if the restructuring had occurred on December 31, 2013. The unaudited pro forma income statements for the years ended December 31, 2013 and December 31, 2012 set forth the estimated effects of the restructuring on Kenons condensed combined carve-out statements of income, as if the restructuring had occurred in its entirety on January 1, 2012.
The unaudited pro forma financial statements are presented for informational purposes only and do not purport to present what Kenons actual results would have been had the restructuring occurred on the dates assumed, or to project Kenons results of operations or financial position for any future period. The pro forma financial statements include assumptions that are believed to be reasonable and represent all material information that is necessary to fairly present pro forma financial statements.
The unaudited pro forma financial statements, including the notes thereto, should be read in conjunction with Kenons audited combined carve-out financial statements, and the notes thereto, as of December 31, 2013 and 2012 and January 1, 2012 and for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, included elsewhere in this registration statement, the information contained in Item 5. Operating and Financial Review and Prospects and Item 3D. Risk Factors.
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Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed Combined Carve-out Statement of Financial Position
December 31, 2013 | ||||||||||||||
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Current assets |
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Cash and cash equivalents |
(a) | 671 | (123 | ) | 548 | |||||||||
Short-term investments and deposits |
(a) | 30 | (19 | ) | 11 | |||||||||
Trade receivables |
(a) | 358 | (209 | ) | 149 | |||||||||
Other receivables and debit balances |
(a) | 98 | (61 | ) | 37 | |||||||||
Income tax receivable |
(a) | 7 | (7 | ) | | |||||||||
Inventories |
(a) | 150 | (101 | ) | 49 | |||||||||
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1,314 | (520 | ) | 794 | ||||||||||
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Investments in associated companies |
(a),(b) | 540 | 189 | 729 | ||||||||||
Deposits, loans and other debit balances, including financial instruments |
(a) | 80 | (40 | ) | 40 | |||||||||
Deferred taxes, net |
(a) | 28 | (1 | ) | 27 | |||||||||
Property, plant and equipment |
(a) | 3,860 | (1,968 | ) | 1,892 | |||||||||
Intangible assets |
(a) | 162 | (63 | ) | 99 | |||||||||
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4,670 | (1,883 | ) | 2,787 | ||||||||||
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5,984 | (2,403 | ) | 3,581 | ||||||||||
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Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed Combined Carve-out Statement of Financial Position
December 31, 2013 | ||||||||||||||
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Pro Forma Adjustments |
Pro Forma |
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Current liabilities |
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Credit from banks and others |
(a) | 620 | (367 | ) | 253 | |||||||||
Long-term liabilities reclassified to short-term |
(a) | 1,505 | (1,505 | ) | | |||||||||
Trade payables |
(a) | 532 | (407 | ) | 125 | |||||||||
Provisions |
(a) | 29 | (29 | ) | | |||||||||
Other payables and credit balances, including financial derivatives |
(a) | 219 | (138 | ) | 81 | |||||||||
Income tax payable |
15 | | 15 | |||||||||||
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2,920 | (2,446 | ) | 474 | ||||||||||
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Loans from banks and others |
(a) | 1,288 | (463 | ) | 825 | |||||||||
Debentures |
637 | | 637 | |||||||||||
Derivative instruments |
10 | | 10 | |||||||||||
Provisions |
6 | | 6 | |||||||||||
Deferred taxes, net |
(a) | 80 | (1 | ) | 79 | |||||||||
Employee benefits |
(a) | 91 | (86 | ) | 5 | |||||||||
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Total non-current liabilities |
2,112 | (550 | ) | 1,562 | ||||||||||
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5,032 | (2,966 | ) | 2,036 | ||||||||||
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714 | 671 | 1,385 | ||||||||||
Non-controlling interests |
(a) | 238 | (78 | ) | 160 | |||||||||
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952 | 593 | 1,545 | |||||||||||
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Total liabilities and parent company investment and non-controlling interests |
5,984 | (2,403 | ) | 3,581 | ||||||||||
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Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed Combined Carve-out Statements of Income
Year Ended December 31, 2013 | ||||||||||||||
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Pro Forma Adjustments |
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Revenues |
(a) | 4,812 | (3,682 | ) | 1,130 | |||||||||
Cost of sales and services |
(a) | 4,385 | (3,556 | ) | 829 | |||||||||
Depreciation |
(a) | 218 | (143 | ) | 75 | |||||||||
Derecognition of payments on account of vessels |
(a) | 72 | (72 | ) | | |||||||||
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137 | 89 | 226 | |||||||||||
Selling, general and administrative expenses |
(a) | 235 | (152 | ) | 83 | |||||||||
Other expenses |
(a) | 38 | (32 | ) | 6 | |||||||||
Other income |
(a) | (84 | ) | 78 | (6 | ) | ||||||||
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(52 | ) | 195 | 143 | ||||||||||
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(a) | 384 | (313 | ) | 71 | |||||||||
Financing income |
(7 | ) | | (7 | ) | |||||||||
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377 | (313 | ) | 64 | ||||||||||
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(d) |
(117 | ) | (130 | ) | (247 | ) | |||||||
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(546 | ) | 378 | (168 | ) | |||||||||
Tax expenses |
(a) | (63 | ) | 23 | (40 | ) | ||||||||
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(609 | ) | 401 | (208 | ) | |||||||||
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(626 | ) | 403 | (223 | ) | |||||||||
Non-controlling interests |
17 | (2 | ) | 15 | ||||||||||
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(609 | ) | 401 | (208 | ) | |||||||||
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Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
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Year Ended December 31, 2012 | ||||||||||||||
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Pro Forma Adjustments |
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Revenues |
(a) | 4,751 | (3,960 | ) | 791 | |||||||||
Cost of sales and services |
(a) | 4,360 | (3,767 | ) | 593 | |||||||||
Depreciation |
(a) | 208 | (153 | ) | 55 | |||||||||
Derecognition of payments on account of vessels |
(a) | 133 | (133 | ) | | |||||||||
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50 | 93 | 143 | |||||||||||
Selling, general and administrative expenses |
(a) | 221 | (142 | ) | 79 | |||||||||
Other expenses |
(a) | 6 | (5 | ) | 1 | |||||||||
Other income |
(a) | (52 | ) | 34 | (18 | ) | ||||||||
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(125 | ) | 206 | 81 | ||||||||||
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(a) | 238 | (195 | ) | 43 | |||||||||
Financing income |
(6 | ) | | (6 | ) | |||||||||
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232 | (195 | ) | 37 | ||||||||||
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(d) |
(43 | ) | (99 | ) | (142 | ) | |||||||
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(400 | ) | 302 | (98 | ) | |||||||||
Tax expenses |
(a) | (40 | ) | 19 | (21 | ) | ||||||||
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(440 | ) | 321 | (119 | ) | |||||||||
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(452 | ) | 325 | (127 | ) | |||||||||
Non-controlling interests |
12 | (4 | ) | 8 | ||||||||||
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(440 | ) | 321 | (119 | ) | |||||||||
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Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to Pro Forma Condensed Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
(Unaudited)
Note 1 Basis of Presentation
On July 16, 2014, ZIM completed its financial restructuring.
Set forth below is a description of the transaction:
A. | IC invested in ZIMs capital an amount of $200 million. Upon the completion of the restructuring, IC now holds 32% of ZIMs issued share capital. This investment will be transferred to Kenon as a parent company investment. |
B. | IC waived all of ZIMs debts to it, which were subordinated debts, in a total amount of $240 million (nominal face value). |
C. | IC undertook to provide a credit line to ZIM in the amount of $50 million bearing market interest rate for a period of two years from the date of completion of the restructuring, against the debts of ZIMs customers with a coverage ratio of 2:1, and, to the extent necessary, to guarantee payments to the entity which shall provide the credit line. This obligation to provide the credit line will not be transferred to Kenon. |
Upon the completion of the restructuring on July 16, 2014, IC ceased to control ZIM. ICs derecognition of the investment in ZIM as a subsidiary and ICs subsequent account of ZIM as an associated company will result in a gain being recorded.
As of December 31, 2013 the negative balance of ICs investment in subsidiary (net of intercompany loans) was $471 million.
The unaudited pro forma income statements do not reflect any of the following:
1) One time gain of IC from its loss of control over ZIM and the presentation of its investment in ZIM as an associated company based upon its fair value, which is derived from the amount of ICs investment in ZIM.
2) Purchase Price Allocation Effect
IC has not completed the valuation procedures required for the purchase price allocation related to its investment ZIMs capital in an amount of $200 million resulting in its 32% ownership of ZIM. The pro forma income statements do not include the effect of a purchase price allocation. IC expects to complete such valuation procedures during the third quarter of 2014.
Note 2 Pro Forma Adjustments
The unaudited pro forma financial statements reflect the following adjustments:
(a) | Deconsolidation of ZIM due to loss of control. |
(b) | Presentation of ICs investment in 32% of ZIM as an associated company, as follows: |
1. In the statement of financial position, with the presentation of ICs investment in ZIM as an associated company in an amount of $200 million assuming the restructuring occurred on December 31, 2013, net of the effect of the deconsolidation of ZIMs investments in associated companies, amounting to $11 million.
2. In the statements of income, with the presentation of ICs share in ZIMs income or loss, as further described below, net of tax, assuming the restructuring occurred on January 1, 2012.
(c) | The pro forma share in income includes ZIMs results, which have been adjusted to reflect the relevant significant issues influencing ZIMs income statements for the years 2012 and 2013, resulting from the restructuring transaction, which was completed on July 16, 2014. |
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Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to Pro Forma Condensed Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
(Unaudited)
Note 2 Pro Forma Adjustments (Cont.)
ZIMs pro forma statements were performed under the following assumptions:
1. | Finance expenses all financial expenses which were recorded in respect of the original debt that participated in the restructuring are derecognized, and in respect of the new debt, finance expenses are recorded in accordance with the new debts terms. |
2. | Charter hire payments - the reduced charter hire fees for 2012 and 2013 are recorded according to the charter hire following the restructuring. |
3. | Depreciation expenses certain vessel loan creditors purchased (directly or indirectly) the vessels secured in their favor and undertook to lease them back to ZIM at terms and conditions agreed upon in the restructuring agreement. All of the depreciation expenses which originally were recorded in respect of owned or finance leased vessels which were reclassified as operational leases, were derecognized. |
(d) | ZIMs actual and pro forma loss ZIM (in millions $) were as follows: |
Actual | Effect of debt restructuring (100%) |
ZIMs Post- restructuring |
Kenons share in ZIMs restructuring (32%) |
Derecognition of ZIMs share of profit of associates |
Kenons pro forma adjustments |
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Year ended December 31, 2013 |
(535 | ) | 161 | (374 | ) | (120 | ) | (10 | ) | (130 | ) | |||||||||||||
Year ended December 31, 2012 |
(433 | ) | 152 | (281 | ) | (90 | ) | (9 | ) | (99 | ) |
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B. | Capitalization and Indebtedness |
The following table sets forth our cash and consolidated capitalization and indebtedness as of March 31, 2014 on an actual basis, and as adjusted to give effect to the completion of ZIMs restructuring and the consummation of the spin-off. This information should be read in conjunction with our combined carve-out financial statements as of December 31, 2013 and 2012, and the related notes thereto, as well as information included elsewhere in this registration statement, including information in Item 5A. Operating Results and Item 5B. Liquidity and Capital Resources.
As of March 31, 2014 |
ZIM Restructuring Adjustments1 |
Spin-off Adjustments |
As Adjusted |
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Cash and cash equivalents2 |
$ | 758 | (125 | ) | 633 | |||||||||
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Debt (long-term and short-term), of which: |
$ | 4,375 | (2,411 | ) | 1,964 | |||||||||
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1,954 | | 1,954 | |||||||||||
ZIM6 |
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10 | | 10 | |||||||||||
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$ | 711 | 732 | 1,443 | ||||||||||
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284 | (76 | ) | 208 | ||||||||||
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995 | 656 | 1,651 | |||||||||||
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1. Reflects adjustments that were made in connection with ZIMs restructuring, which was completed on July 16, 2014. 2. Includes restricted cash of $81 million. 3. As an equity-method investee, Qoros liabilities are not reflected on Kenons consolidated balance sheet. As of March 31, 2014, Qoros had outstanding indebtedness of RMB4.4 billion (approximately $715 million). The liabilities of our businesses that we account for pursuant to the equity method are also not included in this table. For information regarding Towers outstanding indebtedness as of March 31, 2014, see Information Regarding Tower. 4. Subject to increase in connection with payments IC may make in connection with the exercise of any of its back-to-back guarantees in respect of certain of Qoros indebtedness. For further information on such increase, see Item 5B. Liquidity and Capital Resources Kenons Liquidity and Capital Resources IC Capital Contribution. 5. Includes short-term loans, long-term loans, and debentures, and excludes loans from parent company. 6. Includes short-term loans, long-term loans, and debentures, and excludes loans from parent company. 7. Includes the short-term loans, long-term loans and debentures of each of Primus and Petrotec. Excludes loans from parent company. 8. This figure does not reflect adjustments that are expected to be made in connection with IC Powers agreement to sell its 21% indirect equity interest in Edegel, which remains subject to regulatory approval. For further information on IC Powers sale of Edegel, see Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Related to IC Power IC Power could face risks in connection with the disposals of its interests in businesses, including risks in connection with its agreement to sell its interest in Edegel and Item 5. Operating and Financial Review and Prospects Recent Developments IC Power Disposal of Edegel. |
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C. | Reasons for the Offer and Use of Proceeds |
Not applicable.
D. | Risk Factors |
Our business, financial condition, results of operations and liquidity can suffer materially as a result of any of the risks described below. While we have described all of the risks we consider material, these risks are not the only ones we face. We are also subject to the same risks that affect many other companies, such as technological obsolescence, labor relations, geopolitical events, climate change and risks related to the conducting of international operations. Additional risks not known to us or that we currently consider immaterial
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may also impair our business operations. Our businesses routinely encounter and address risks, some of which may cause our future results to be different sometimes materially different than we presently anticipate.
Risks Related to Our Diversified Strategy and Operations
Some of our businesses have significant capital requirements. If these businesses are unable to obtain sufficient financing from third party financing sources, they may not be able to operate, and we may deem it necessary to provide such capital, provide a guaranty or indemnity in connection with any financings, and/or provide collateral in connection with any financings, including via the cross-collateralization of assets across businesses, all of which may materially impact our operations.
The current business development plans of our businesses and associated companies contemplate additional debt or equity financing which is expected to be raised from third parties. However, our businesses or associated companies may be unable to raise the necessary capital from third party financing sources, and in this case Kenon would be their only source of funding; in particular, Qoros will require significant cash to further its development and Kenon may provide additional equity capital or loans to Qoros to assist in such development. The cash resources currently on our balance sheet may not be sufficient to fund additional investments in our businesses. In the event that one or more of our businesses require capital, either in accordance with their current business development plans or in response to new developments, and are unable to raise such financing from third parties, Kenon may (i) issue equity in the form of shares or convertible instruments, (ii) provide financing to a business or associated company using funds received from the operations or sales of Kenons other businesses or associated companies, (iii) sell part, or all, of its interest in any of its businesses or associated companies, (iv) raise debt financing at the Kenon level or (v) provide guarantees or collateral in support of the debt of its businesses and associated companies. To the extent debt financing is available to it, any debt financing that Kenon incurs may not be on favorable terms, may require Kenon to agree to restrictive covenants that limit how Kenon operates its or its businesses, and may also limit dividends or other distributions. In addition, any equity financing, whether in the form of a sale of shares or convertible instruments, would dilute existing holders of our ordinary shares and any such equity financing could be at prices that are lower than the current trading prices.
For example, Qoros current business development plan contemplates debt financing of RMB9.2 billion (approximately $1.5 billion) to supplement Qoros expected equity contributions. Qoros has secured a portion of its expected long-term debt financing needs via (i) a RMB3 billion (approximately $487 million) syndicated credit facility (secured by certain of Qoros fixed assets), (ii) a RMB1.2 billion (approximately $195 million) syndicated credit facility (secured by Quantum and Wuhu Cherys pledge of a portion of their respective equity interests in Qoros, and including dividends deriving therefrom), and (iii) additional short-term credit facilities. As of March 31, 2014, Qoros had drawn loans of approximately RMB2.9 billion (approximately $471 million) and RMB160 million (approximately $26 million) under its two primary loan facilities, and also had loans drawn under short term credit facilities. Qoros will need to secure significant additional debt financing to fund its current business development plan.
Although Quantums pledge of its equity interest in Qoros may be released in exchange for a pledge of cash collateral in an amount equal to 50% of the aggregate amount outstanding under the syndicated credit facility (plus interest and expenses), Quantums pledge could result in a loss of our equity interest in Qoros and will limit our ability, or render us unable, to pledge our equity interest in Qoros in connection with future financing agreements. Additionally, Kenon may have obligations to IC with respect to ICs guarantee of certain of Qoros debt obligations under its RMB3 billion (approximately $487 million) syndicated credit facility. For further information on the risks related to our obligations in respect of Qoros debt, see Kenon will have obligations owing to IC, which could be substantial and Risks Related to Our Interest in Qoros Qoros has only recently commenced commercial sales and will depend on external debt financing and guarantees or commitments from its shareholders to finance its operations.
In the future, third party financing sources may also require Kenon to guarantee an individual business indebtedness and/or provide additional collateral, including collateral via a cross-collateralization of assets across businesses. If Kenon is required to guarantee an individual business indebtedness, which may divert funds received from one business or associated company to another business or associated company. We may also sell some or all of our interests in any of our businesses or associated companies to provide funding for another business or associated company. Additionally, if we are required to cross-collateralize certain assets (i.e., pledges of shares or assets of one of our operating companies or associated companies to secure debt of another of our operating companies or associated companies) in order to provide additional collateral to a lender, we may lose an asset associated with one business in the event that a separate business is unable to meet its debt obligations.
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If Kenon provides any of our businesses with additional capital, provides any third parties with indemnification rights or a guaranty, and/or provides additional collateral, including via cross-collaterization, this could reduce our liquidity.
For further information on the capital resources and requirements of each of our businesses, see Item 5B. Liquidity and Capital Resources.
Kenon will have obligations owing to IC, which could be substantial.
In connection with the consummation of the spin-off, IC will contribute cash to Kenon equal to approximately $ million. Of this amount, $ million will be contributed to us as equity, and $ million will be advanced to us in the form of a ten-year loan bearing interest at a rate of % per annum. During the first five years of the loan, interest will be capitalized as payments-in-kind and added to the outstanding amount of the loan. Subsequently, and during the remaining term of the loan, interest will be payable in cash, and Kenon may be required to use a substantial portion of cash flows received from its subsidiaries and associated companies to make payments to IC on the loan, which may reduce Kenons ability to advance cash to its subsidiaries or associated companies or to pay dividends to its shareholders in the future, and Kenon may be unable to generate sufficient cash to make such payments. If Kenon is unable to fulfill its payment obligations under the terms of the loan, IC could elect to declare all amounts outstanding thereunder immediately due and payable and terminate all commitments to extend further credit to Kenon. If IC accelerates the repayment of Kenons obligations, Kenon may not have sufficient assets to repay such obligations, and may have to issue equity, or pledge its equity interests in any of its businesses or associated companies, to IC, and such issuance or pledge could result in a full, or partial, dilution of your direct equity interest in Kenon or indirect equity interest in Kenons businesses or associated companies, as well as Kenons inability to pledge its equity interests in any of its businesses or associated companies in connection with future financing agreements. Furthermore, the term loan will prohibit Kenon from (i) selling or distributing shares in IC Power if the value of Kenons remaining holdings, at the time of such sale or distribution, is less than two times the outstanding principal amount of the loan, including accrued interest, and (ii) pledging more than 50% of its equity interest in IC Power. Kenons compliance with such terms may limit its operating and financial flexibility, which may affect Kenons ability to execute its strategy and thereby have a material adverse effect on Kenons business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity. For further information on the terms of the loan from IC to Kenon, see Item 5B. Liquidity and Capital Resources Kenons Commitments and Obligations IC Capital Contribution and Item 7B. Related Party Transactions.
In addition, Kenon may have obligations to IC with respect to ICs guarantees of certain of Qoros debt obligations under Qoros RMB3 billion (approximately $487 million) syndicated credit facility. Loans under this facility are severally guaranteed by (i) Chery Automobile Co. Ltd., or Chery, the other party to the Joint Venture, for up to 50% of amounts outstanding under this loan, or up to RMB1.5 billion (approximately $244 million), plus interest and fees and (ii) Changshu Port Development and Construction Co., or Changshu Port for up to 50% of amounts outstanding under this loan, or up to RMB1.5 billion (approximately $244 million), plus interest and fees. Additionally, Chery has provided a back-to-back guarantee of 100% of the Changshu Ports obligations under its guarantee of Qoros loans. IC provides Chery with (i) a back-to-back guarantee of 50% of Cherys direct guarantee of Qoros loans under the facility and (ii) a back-to-back guarantee of 50% of Cherys obligations under its back-to-back guarantee of the Changshu Port guarantee. Although ICs back-to-back guarantees will not be transferred to Kenon, Kenon has agreed to reimburse IC for any payments made in respect of ICs back-to-back guarantee of Cherys direct guarantee of Qoros loans as well as ICs back-to-back guarantee of Cherys obligations in respect of the Changshu Ports direct guarantee as follows: if Qoros is in default under its RMB3 billion (approximately $487 million) syndicated credit facility, the repayment of the aggregate outstanding amount under this facility is accelerated by Qoros lenders, IC makes a payment in connection with Cherys exercise of any of ICs back-to-back guarantees, and IC is unable to collect such payment from Qoros within 90 days after such payment, then the amount of such payment will be added to the outstanding principal amount of the term loan from IC to Kenon. Under its back-to-back guarantees, IC (and consequently Kenon) may be obligated to pay up to an aggregate RMB1.5 billion (approximately $288 million), including related interest and fees.
Upon consummation of the spin-off, Kenon will have cash of $ million, and will be dependent on its subsidiaries and associated companies for cash flows from operations. Kenons cash resources and cash from its subsidiaries and associated companies may not be sufficient for Kenon to meet its obligations under its loan from IC, or, with respect to any payment obligations that Kenon may be subject to as a result of ICs back-to-back guarantees of direct guarantees of certain of Qoros debt. If we are unable to make payments under our loan from
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IC, we may decide to sell interests in our subsidiaries or associated companies and use the proceeds resulting therefrom to make payments in respect of these obligations, which could reduce amounts available for distributions to our shareholders, and may result in our disposition of assets in circumstances where we might otherwise not have considered such dispositions to be in the best interest of our shareholders.
Disruptions in the financial markets could adversely affect Kenon or its businesses and associated companies, which may not be able to obtain additional financing on acceptable terms or at all.
Kenons businesses and associated companies may seek to access capital lending markets for various purposes, which may include the repayment of indebtedness, acquisitions, capital expenditures and for general corporate purposes. The ability of Kenons businesses and associated companies to access capital lending markets, and the cost of such capital, could be negatively impacted by disruptions in those markets. In 2008, 2009 and 2010, credit markets experienced significant dislocations and liquidity disruptions. These disruptions impacted other areas of the economy and led to a slowdown in general economic activity. Similar disruptions in the credit markets could make it more difficult or expensive for our businesses and associated companies to access the capital or lending markets if the need arises and may make financing terms for borrowers less attractive or available. Furthermore, a decline in the value of any of our businesses or associated companies, which are or may be used as collateral in financing agreements, could also impact their ability to access financing.
Kenon may seek to access the capital or lending markets to obtain financing in the future, including to support its operating companies or associated companies. The availability of such financing and the terms thereof will be impacted by many factors, including: (i) our financial performance, (ii) our credit ratings or absence of a credit rating, (iii) the liquidity of the overall capital markets, and (iv) the state of the economy. There can be no assurance, particularly as a newly-incorporated company that currently has no credit rating, that Kenon will be able to access the capital markets on acceptable terms or at all. If Kenon deems it necessary to access financing and is unable to do so on acceptable terms or at all, this could have a material adverse effect on our financial condition or liquidity.
We are dependent upon access to the capital markets to execute our strategy.
Our strategy may include sales or distributions of our interests in one or more of our operating companies or associated companies. Our ability to distribute or monetize our businesses is heavily dependent upon the public equity markets. For example, the ability to realize any value from a business disposition may depend upon our ability to complete an initial public offering of the business in which such investment is held. Even if the securities of our business are publicly traded, large holdings of securities can often be disposed of only over a substantial length of time, exposing the investment returns to risks of downward movement in market prices during the intended disposition period. Accordingly, under certain conditions, we may be forced to either sell our equity interest in a particular business at lower prices than expected to realize or defer such a sale, potentially for a long period of time.
We are a holding company and are dependent upon cash flows from our businesses to meet our existing and future obligations.
We are a holding company of various operating companies and associated companies, and as a result, do not conduct independent operations or possess significant assets other than investments in and advances to our businesses and associated companies. Kenon will have cash of $ upon consummation of the spin-off, and will not have an external credit facility or access to other dedicated sources of funding. We may need to provide loans to or make investments in or provide guarantees in support of our operating companies and associated companies; in particular, Qoros will require significant cash to further its development and Kenon may provide additional equity capital or loans to Qoros, or provide guarantees, in support of Qoros development. In addition, we will have obligations to IC in respect of a $ million ten-year loan, bearing interest at a rate of % per annum. The amount of this loan will be increased to the extent that IC makes payments under its back-to-back guarantees relating to Qoros RMB3 billion (approximately $487 million) syndicated credit facility, pursuant to which IC (and consequently Kenon) may be obligated to pay up to an aggregate RMB1.5 billion (approximately $288 million), including related interest and fees. For information on the risks related to Kenons payment obligations in respect of ICs back-to-back guarantees of Qoros indebtedness under this facility, see Kenon will have obligations owing to IC, which could be substantial.
Kenon may also provide guarantees of debt of its subsidiaries or associated companies in the future.
Accordingly, we will depend upon the receipt of sufficient funds from our businesses and associated companies (via dividends, loans or advances, or the repayment of loans or advances to us) to meet our obligations, including to contribute committed capital to our businesses, repay any amounts we may borrow in
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the future, and to pay dividends or other distributions to our shareholders. However, as our businesses and associated companies are legally distinct from us and will generally be required to service their debt obligations before making distributions to us, our ability to access such cash flow from our businesses may be limited in some circumstances. Additionally, the terms of existing and future joint venture, financing, or cooperative operational agreements and/or the laws and jurisdictions under which each of our businesses are organized may also limit the timing and amount of any dividends, other distributions, loans or loan repayments to us. In the case of IC Power, a business with investments in numerous subsidiaries and associated companies, its ability to make payments to us may be further limited if its operating companies and associated companies are unable to make payments to it. In addition, with respect to our associated companies, we generally will have no ability to cause such entities to make distributions to us, even if they are able to do so.
Additionally, as dividends are generally taxed and governed by the relevant authority in the jurisdiction in which the company is incorporated, there may be numerous and significant tax or other legal restrictions on the ability of our businesses, including for example IC Powers operating companies and associated companies, including for example, to remit funds to us, or to remit such funds without our, or our businesses, incurring significant tax liabilities or incurring a ratings downgrade.
We do not have the right to manage, and in some cases do not control, several of our businesses and associated companies, and therefore we may not be able to realize some or all of the benefits that we expect to realize from our businesses and associated companies.
We do not own a majority interest in Qoros or Tower and, upon the consummation of ZIMs restructuring, we will not own a majority interest in ZIM. Additionally, notwithstanding our 53% equity interest in HelioFocus, until May 31, 2014, we accounted for HelioFocus pursuant to the equity method of accounting as a result of veto rights held by HelioFocus other significant shareholder. Because we do not have controlling interests in these businesses, we are subject to the operating and financial risks of their business, the risk that the business may make business, operational or financial decisions that we do not agree with, and the risk that we may have objectives that differ from those of the business itself or its controlling shareholder. Our ability to control the development and operation of these investments may be limited, and we may not be able to realize some or all of the benefits that we expect to realize from these investments. For example, we may not be able to cause these businesses to make distributions to us in the amount or at the time that we need or want such distributions. Furthermore, IC Power does not own controlling equity interests in certain of its associated companies, specifically Edegel and Pedregal. Consequently, IC Power is also subject to the aforementioned consequences and a lack of control with respect to those operating companies could have a material adverse effect on IC Powers business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
In addition, we rely on the internal controls and financial reporting controls of our businesses and the failure of our non-controlled businesses to maintain effective controls or to comply with applicable standards could make it difficult to comply with applicable reporting and audit standards. For example, the preparation of our consolidated financial statements will require the prompt receipt of financial statements from each of our businesses and associated companies. Additionally, in certain circumstances, we may be required to file with our annual reports on Form 20-F financial information of associated companies that has been audited in conformity with SEC and PCAOB audit standards. We may not, however, be able to procure financial statements, or such audited financial statements, as applicable, from our businesses and associated companies and this could render us unable to comply with applicable SEC reporting standards.
Some of our businesses are highly leveraged.
Some of our businesses are significantly leveraged and may incur additional debt financing in the future. As of March 31, 2014, we had approximately $4.4 billion of outstanding indebtedness on a consolidated basis, including long-term debt, short-term debt and debentures, and including IC Powers $2.0 billion of outstanding indebtedness and ZIMs $2.4 billion of outstanding indebtedness. As of March 31, 2014, Qoros had outstanding indebtedness of RMB4.4 billion (approximately $715 million) and Tower had outstanding indebtedness of $588 million (in the case of Tower, in accordance with U.S. GAAP).
Highly leveraged assets are inherently more sensitive to declines in earnings, increases in expenses and interest rates, and adverse market conditions. A leveraged companys income and net assets also tend to increase or decrease at a greater rate than would otherwise be the case if money had not been borrowed. Consequently, the risk of loss associated with a leveraged company is generally greater than for companies with comparatively less debt. Additionally, the amount of collateral that is available for future secured debt or credit support and a
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business flexibility in dealing with its secured assets may be limited. For example, a significant percentage of IC Powers assets, including IC Powers interest in the capital stock of certain of its associated companies, secures Kallpas senior secured credit facility, and IC Power uses a substantial portion of its consolidated cash flows from operations to make debt service payments, thereby reducing its ability to use its cash flows to fund operations, capital expenditures, or future business opportunities. Additionally, ZIM is currently in default under most of the agreements relating to its outstanding debt and other liabilities as a result of its failure to comply with the conditions, including financial covenants, included in those agreements, and the amount of ZIMs outstanding indebtedness exceeds the expected current value of ZIMs assets. Qoros has only recently commenced commercial sales, and accordingly does not have regular cash flows for debt service.
Our businesses will generally have to service their debt obligations before making distributions to us or to any other shareholder. In addition, many of the financing agreements relating to the debt facilities or our operating companies contain covenants and limitations, including the following:
| limits on the ratio of debt to EBITDA; |
| minimum required ratios of EBITDA to interest expense; |
| limits on the incurrence of liens or the pledging of certain assets; |
| limits on the incurrence of subsidiary debt; |
| limits on the ability to enter into transactions with affiliates, including us; |
| limits on the ability to pay dividends to shareholders, including us; and |
| limits on our ability to sell assets, including interests in operating companies and associated companies. |
If any of our businesses are unable to repay or refinance their indebtedness as it becomes due, or if they are unable to comply with their covenants, we may decide to sell assets or to take other disadvantageous actions, including (i) reducing financing in the future for investments, acquisitions or general corporate purposes or (ii) dedicating an unsustainable level of our cash flow from operations to the payment of principal and interest on their indebtedness. As a result, the ability of our businesses to withstand competitive pressures and to react to changes in the various industries in which we operate could be impaired. If we choose not to pursue any of these alternatives, a breach of any of our businesses debt instruments and/or covenants could result in a default under the relevant debt instrument(s). Upon the occurrence of such an event of default, the lenders could elect to declare all amounts outstanding thereunder to be immediately due and payable and, in the case of credit facility lenders, terminate all commitments to extend further credit. If the lenders accelerate the repayment of the relevant borrowings, the relevant business may not have sufficient assets to repay any outstanding indebtedness, which could result in a complete loss of that business for us. Furthermore, the acceleration of any obligation under a particular debt instrument may permit the holders of other material debt to accelerate their obligations pursuant to cross default provisions, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and liquidity.
As a result, our businesses degree of leverage could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Our success will be dependent upon the efforts of a limited number of directors and executive officers.
Our success will be dependent upon the decision-making of our directors and executive officers as well as the directors and executive officers of our businesses. The loss of any or all of our directors and executive officers could delay the implementation of our strategies or divert our directors and executive officers attention from our operations which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Foreign exchange rate fluctuations and controls could have a material adverse effect on our earnings and the strength of our balance sheet.
Through our businesses, we have facilities and generate costs and revenues in a number of geographic regions across the globe. As a result, a significant portion of our revenue and certain of our businesses operating expenses, assets and liabilities, are denominated in currencies other than the U.S. Dollar. The predominance of certain currencies varies from business to business, with many of our businesses generating revenues or incurring indebtedness in more than one currency. Additionally, as the outstanding amount of Kenons term loan from IC will be increased to the extent that IC makes a payment under its back-to-back guarantees of Qoros RMB3 billion (approximately $487 million) syndicated credit facility, such an arrangement may expose Kenon to RMB exchange rate fluctuations.
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Furthermore, our businesses may pay distributions or make payments to us in currencies other than the U.S. Dollar, which we must convert to U.S. Dollars prior to making dividends or other distributions to our shareholders if we decide to make any distributions in the future. Foreign exchange controls in countries in which our businesses operate may further limit our ability to repatriate funds from unconsolidated foreign affiliates or otherwise convert local currencies into U.S. Dollars.
Consequently, as with any international business, our liquidity, earnings, expenses, asset book value, and/or amount of equity may be materially affected by short-term or long-term exchange rate movements or controls. Such movements may give rise to one or more of the following risks, any of which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity:
| Transaction Risk exists where sales or purchases are denominated in overseas currencies and the exchange rate changes after our entry into a purchase or sale commitment but prior to the completion of the underlying transaction itself; |
| Translation Risk exists where the currency in which the results of a business are reported differs from the underlying currency in which the business operations are transacted; |
| Economic Risk exists where the manufacturing cost base of a business is denominated in a currency different from the currency of the market into which the business products are sold; and |
| Reinvestment Risk exists where our ability to reinvest earnings from operations in one country to fund the capital needs of operations in other countries becomes limited. |
If our businesses are unable to manage their interest rate risks effectively, our cash flows and operating results may suffer.
Certain of our businesses indebtedness bears interest at variable, floating rates. In particular, some of this indebtedness is in the form of Consumer Price Index, or CPI-linked, NIS-denominated bonds. We, or our businesses, may incur further indebtedness in the future that also bears interest at a variable rate or at a rate that is linked to fluctuations in a currency in the form of other than the U.S. Dollar. Although our businesses attempt to manage their interest rate risk, there can be no assurance that they will hedge such exposure effectively or at all in the future. Accordingly, increases in interest rates or changes in the CPI-Index that are greater than changes anticipated based upon historical trends could have a material adverse effect on our or any of our businesses business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Risks Related to the Industries in Which Our Businesses and Associated Companies Operate
Current conditions in the global economy, and in the industries in which our businesses operate in particular, could have a material adverse effect on us.
The business and operating results of each of our businesses have been, and will continue to be, affected by worldwide economic conditions, particularly conditions in the energy generation, passenger vehicle, and shipping industries our businesses operate in. The global economic conditions that began in 2008 have affected the operating results and profitability of our operating companies and associated companies. These conditions have included slower global economic growth, a credit market crisis, lower levels of consumer and business confidence, downward pressure on prices, continued high unemployment levels, reduced levels of capital expenditures, fluctuating commodity prices (specifically prices for electricity, natural gas, heavy fuel oil, bunker, gasoline, and crude oil), bankruptcies, government deficit reduction and austerity measures, heightened volatility, uncertainties with respect to the stability of the emerging markets, concerns for the economic stability of the United States and several countries in Europe, budget consolidation measures by governments, and other challenges affecting the global economy. As a result of these conditions, some of the government and nongovernment customers of our businesses have experienced deterioration of their businesses, cash flow shortages, and/or difficulty in obtaining financing. As a result, existing or potential customers may delay or cancel plans to purchase the products and/or services of our portfolio subsidiaries, including long-term purchases of energy capacity (in the case of IC Power) or purchases of shipping capacity (in the case of ZIM), or may not be able to fulfill their obligations to us in a timely fashion. Furthermore, the vendors, suppliers and/or partners of each of our businesses may be experiencing similar conditions, which may impact their ability to fulfill their obligations.
Additionally, economic downturns may alter the priorities of governments to subsidize and/or incentivize participation in any of the markets in which our businesses operate. For example, economic downturns or political dynamics may impact the availability of financial incentives provided by the Chinese government to
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Chinese automobile purchases or the incentives (e.g., tariffs) provided by various governments to producers and consumers of renewable energy sources, some of which are heavily relied upon by our renewable energy businesses. If slower growth in the global economy continues for a significant period and/or there is additional significant deterioration in the global economy, such occurrences could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Our businesses operations expose us to risks associated with conditions in those markets.
Through our businesses, we operate and service customers in a number of geographic regions across the globe, including emerging markets. There are certain risks inherent in conducting business in emerging markets, including:
| heightened economic volatility; |
| difficulty in enforcing agreements, collecting receivables and protecting assets; |
| the possibility of encountering unfavorable circumstances from host country laws or regulations; |
| fluctuations in revenues, operating margins and/or other financial measures due to currency exchange rate fluctuations and restrictions on currency and earnings repatriation; |
| trade protection measures, import or export restrictions, licensing requirements and local fire and security codes and standards; |
| increased costs and risks of developing, staffing and simultaneously managing a number of foreign operations as a result of language and cultural differences; |
| issues related to occupational safety, work hazard, and adherence to local labor laws and regulations; |
| potentially adverse tax developments; |
| changes in the general political, social and/or economic conditions in the countries where we operate, particularly in emerging markets; |
| the threat of nationalization and expropriation; |
| the presence of corruption in certain countries; |
| fluctuations in available municipal funding in those instances where a project is government financed; and |
| terrorist activities. |
If any of our businesses are impacted by any of the aforementioned factors, such an impact could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
We require qualified personnel to manage and operate our various businesses.
As a result of our decentralized structure, we require qualified and competent management to independently direct the day-to-day business activities of each of our businesses, execute their respective business development plans, and service their respective customers, suppliers and other stakeholders. Many of the products and services offered by our businesses are highly technical in nature. Therefore, we must be able to retain employees and professionals with the skills necessary to understand the continuously developing needs of our customers and to maximize the value of each of our businesses. This includes developing talent and leadership capabilities in the emerging markets in which certain of our businesses operate, where the depth of skilled employees may be limited. Changes in demographics, training requirements and/or the unavailability of qualified personnel could negatively impact the ability of each of our businesses to meet these demands. Although we have adequate personnel for the current business environment, unpredictable increases in the demand for our goods and/or services may exacerbate the risk of not having a sufficient number of trained personnel. If any of our businesses fail to train and retain qualified personnel, or if they experience excessive turnover, we may experience declining sales, production/manufacturing delays or other inefficiencies, increased recruiting, training or relocation costs and other difficulties, any of which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
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Significant raw material shortages, supplier capacity constraints, production disruptions, supplier quality and sourcing issues or price increases could increase our operating costs and adversely impact the competitive positions of the products and/or services of our businesses.
The reliance of certain of our businesses on certain third-party suppliers, contract manufacturers and service providers, or commodity markets to secure raw materials (e.g., heavy fuel oil, diesel, and natural gas for IC Power; bunker oil for ZIM; natural gas for Primus; used cooking oils, palm/soybean oil, or diesel for Petrotec; and steel for HelioFocus), parts, components and sub-systems used in their products or services exposes us to volatility in the prices and availability of these materials, parts, components, systems and services. Some of these suppliers or their sub-suppliers are limited- or sole-source suppliers.
For example, Kallpa, the largest IC Power operating company, is party to a natural gas exclusive supply agreement with a consortium of suppliers, pursuant to which such consortium supplies Kallpa with all of its natural gas requirements based upon a base price, in U.S. Dollars, set on the date of the agreement and indexed on two producer price indexes pursuant to the terms of the agreement. Additionally, Kallpa is party to a natural gas exclusive transportation agreement with a local Peruvian gas transporter. For further information on the terms and nature of IC Powers relationship with certain of its raw materials and suppliers, see Risks Related to IC Power Supplier concentration may expose IC Power to significant financial credit or performance risks and Item 4B. Business Overview Our Business and Associated Companies IC Power IC Powers Raw Materials and Suppliers. For further information on the terms nature of Qoros relationships with certain of its raw materials and suppliers, see Risks Related to Our Interest in Qoros Qoros is dependent upon its suppliers and Item 4B. Business Overview Our Business and Associated Companies Qoros Qoros Product Sourcing and Suppliers.
A disruption in deliveries from these and other third-party suppliers, contract manufacturers or service providers, capacity constraints, production disruptions, price increases, or decreased availability of raw materials or commodities, including as a result of catastrophic events, could have an adverse effect on the ability of our businesses to meet their commitments to customers or could increase their operating costs. Our businesses could encounter supply problems and may be unable to replace a supplier that is not able to meet their demand in either the short- or the long-term. Furthermore, quality and sourcing issues experienced by third-party providers can also adversely affect the quality and effectiveness of our businesses products and/or services and result in liability and reputational harm that could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Some of our businesses must keep pace with technological changes and develop new products and services to remain competitive.
The markets in which some of our businesses operate experience rapid and significant changes as a result of the introduction of both innovative technologies and services. To meet customer needs in these areas, these businesses must continuously design new, and update existing, products and services, as well as invest in, and develop new technologies. Introducing new products and technologies requires a significant commitment to research and development that, in return, requires the expenditure of considerable financial resources that may not always result in success. Our sales and profitability may suffer if these businesses invest in technologies that do not operate, or may not be integrated, as expected or that are not accepted into the marketplace as anticipated, or if their services, products or systems are not introduced to the market in a timely manner, in particular, compared to its competitors, or become obsolete. Furthermore, in some of these markets, the need to develop and introduce new products rapidly in order to capture available opportunities may lead to quality problems. Our operating results depend to a significant extent on our ability, and the ability of these businesses, to anticipate and adapt to changes in markets and to reduce the costs of producing high-quality, new and existing products and services. If we, or any of these businesses, are unsuccessful in our efforts, such a failure could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Our businesses operate in highly competitive markets.
The worldwide markets for our services, products and solutions are highly competitive in terms of pricing, service and product quality, development and introduction time, customer service and financing terms. In many of our businesses, we face downward price pressure and we are or could be exposed to market downturns or slower growth, which may increase in times of declining investment activities, government incentives and/or consumer demand. We face strong competitors, some of which are larger and may have greater resources in a given business area, as well as competitors from emerging markets, which may have better, more efficient cost structures. Some industries in which our businesses operate are undergoing consolidation, which may result in stronger competition and a change in our relative market position.
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For example, in recent years, the power production industry has been characterized by strong and increasing competition with respect to both obtaining long-term and short-term PPAs which provide for the sale of electricity, independent of actual generation allocations or provisions of availability, to financially stable distribution companies or other unregulated consumers and acquiring existing power generation assets. In certain markets, these factors have caused reductions in the prices negotiated in PPAs and, in many cases, have caused higher acquisition prices for existing assets through competitive bidding processes. The evolution of competitive electricity markets and the development of highly efficient gas-fired power plants have also caused, or are anticipated to cause, price pressure in certain power markets where IC Power sells or intends to sell power. Certain competitors might be more effective and faster in capturing available market opportunities, which in turn may negatively impact IC Powers market share.
Furthermore, the passenger vehicle market in China is highly competitive, as China has been one of the worlds fastest growing economies, in terms of GDP in recent years, and has also been the fastest growing among major passenger vehicle markets in the world. Many of the largest global manufacturers, through joint venture relationships with Chinese manufacturers, and numerous established domestic manufacturers, compete within this market. Some of these manufacturers have longer operating histories, or may be able to devote greater resources to their operations than Qoros, which may impact Qoros competitiveness and ability to gain market share.
Additionally, competition within the international container shipping industry has increased significantly and has led to reduced freight rates for ZIMs vessels and lower utilization rates of ZIMs vessels, which has adversely impacted ZIMs revenues, profitability and asset values. ZIM competes with other market leaders that have high-capacity vessels in intercontinental lines as well as selected regional lines that call major ports, allowing transshipment to regional centers. ZIM also competes with regional leaders and niche carriers with smaller vessels and concentrated operating geographies. In an attempt to reduce costs through economies of scale, the containerized shipping industry has recently been characterized by many mergers, and the establishment of partnerships, alliances, or joint shipping agreements, as mechanisms to increase profitability and improve economies of scale. Although ZIM is party to certain cooperative operational agreements, it is not a member of any alliance, and is not directly partnered, with larger shipping operators.
Any of these factors alone, or in combination, may negatively impact one or more of our businesses and thereby have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Our businesses may be adversely affected by work stoppages, union negotiations, labor disputes and other matters associated with our labor force.
We employ, directly and indirectly, approximately 6,000 employees around the globe. Our operating companies could experience strikes, industrial unrest, or work stoppages. For example, a significant portion of ZIMs employees and employees of the ports ZIM uses are members of unions. ZIM has recently experienced labor strikes (April 2014). Port employees in Haifa, Israel have recently engaged in a port closure (May 2014), as a result of disagreements related to ZIMs operational and financial restructuring plans or other port employee concerns. Disruptions in ZIMs operations, or the operations of any of our other businesses, as a result of labor stoppages or strikes could materially and adversely affect our or the relevant businesses reputation and could adversely affect operations. Additionally, a work stoppage at any one of the suppliers of any of our businesses could materially and adversely affect our operations if an alternative source of supply were not readily available. Stoppages by employees of our customers could also result in reduced demand for our products or services which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity. For further information on the risks related to ZIMs labor strikes and/or office/port closures within the industry, see Risks Related to Zim Labor disruptions could have an adverse effect on ZIMs business.
The activities of certain of our businesses may be impacted by the geopolitical, economic and security conditions in Israel and the Middle East.
Some of our businesses are incorporated, and certain of the operations of our businesses are located, in Israel. Therefore, the existing security, economic and geopolitical conditions in Israel and the Middle East could affect our existing relationships with certain foreign corporations, as well as affect the willingness of potential partners to enter into transactions or business relationships with Israeli companies, particularly our businesses that are based in or have facilities which are located in Israel. Numerous countries, corporations and organizations around the globe limit their business activities in Israel and their business ties with Israeli-based companies. For example, ZIMs status as an Israeli company has effectively limited ZIMs ability to call on certain ports and has therefore impacted ZIMs ability to enter into alliances and cooperative operational
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agreements with other shipping companies. Additionally, Israel has been and is subject to terrorist activity, with varying levels of severity. Parties with whom we or our businesses do business have sometimes declined to travel to Israel during periods of heightened unrest or tension, forcing us to make alternative arrangements where necessary. Developments in the political and security situation in Israel may also result in parties with whom we have agreements claiming that they are not obligated to perform their commitments under those agreements pursuant to force majeure provisions. Although the number of businesses limiting their ties to Israel is decreasing, any deterioration in the security or geopolitical conditions in Israel and/or the Middle East could adversely impact our business relationships and thereby have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Israels geopolitical situation has led to security issues and, as a result, our Israel-based operations or assets, including IC Power and its subsidiary OPC, ZIM, Tower and HelioFocus may be exposed to hostile activities (including harm to computer systems or, with respect to IC Powers operations, attacks on critical infrastructure, such as gas transmission systems or pipelines), security restrictions connected with Israeli bodies/organizations overseas, possible isolations by various bodies for numerous political reasons, and other limitations (such as a prohibition against entering into specific ports). Certain of IC Power and its subsidiary OPC, ZIM, Tower or HelioFocus employees in Israel are also subject to being called upon to perform military service in Israel, and their absence may have an adverse effect upon the operations of the relevant business. Generally, unless exempt, male adult citizens of Israel under the age of 41 are obligated to perform up to 36 days of military reserve duty annually and are subject to being called to active duty at any time under emergency circumstances. These events and conditions could disrupt IC Power and its subsidiary OPC, ZIM, Tower or HelioFocus operations, which could, in turn, have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Risks Related to Legal, Regulatory and Compliance Matters
We, and each of our businesses, are subject to legal proceedings and legal compliance risks.
We are subject to a variety of legal proceedings and legal compliance risks in virtually every part of the world. We, our businesses, and the industries in which we operate, are periodically reviewed or investigated by regulators and other governmental authorities, which could lead to enforcement actions, fines and penalties or the assertion of private litigation claims and damages. Changes in laws or regulations could require us, or any of our businesses, to change manners of operation or to utilize resources to maintain compliance with such regulations, which could increase costs or otherwise disrupt operations. Protectionist trade policies and changes in the political and regulatory environment in the markets in which we operate, such as foreign exchange import and export controls, tariffs and other trade barriers and price or exchange controls, could affect our businesses in several national markets, impact our profitability and make the repatriation of profits difficult, and may expose us or any of our businesses to penalties, sanctions and reputational damage. In addition, the uncertainty of the legal environment in some regions could limit our ability to enforce our rights.
While we intend to adopt, and believe that each of our businesses have adopted, appropriate risk management and compliance programs, the global and diverse nature of our operations means that legal and compliance risks will continue to exist and additional legal proceedings and other contingencies, the outcome of which cannot be predicted with certainty, will arise from time to time. No assurances can be made that we will be found to be operating in compliance with, or be able to detect violations of, any existing or future laws or regulations. A failure to comply with or properly anticipate applicable laws or regulations could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
We could be adversely affected by violations of the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and similar anti-bribery laws outside of the United States.
The U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, or the FCPA, and similar anti-bribery laws in other jurisdictions generally prohibit companies and their intermediaries from making improper payments to government officials or other persons for the purpose of obtaining or retaining business. Recent years have seen a substantial increase in anti-bribery law enforcement activity, with more frequent and aggressive investigations and enforcement proceedings by both the Department of Justice and the SEC, increased enforcement activity by non-U.S. regulators, and increases in criminal and civil proceedings brought against companies and individuals. Our policies mandate compliance with these anti-bribery laws. We operate, through our businesses, in many parts of the world that are recognized as having governmental and commercial corruption. Additionally, because many of our customers and end users are involved in infrastructure construction and energy production, they are often subject to increased scrutiny by regulators. We cannot assure you that our internal control policies and
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procedures will protect us from reckless or criminal acts committed by our employees, the employees of any of our businesses, or third party intermediaries. In the event that we believe or have reason to believe that our employees or agents have or may have violated applicable anti-corruption laws, including the FCPA, we may be required to investigate or have outside counsel investigate the relevant facts and circumstances, which can be expensive and require significant time and attention from senior management. Violations of these laws may result in criminal or civil sanctions, inability to do business with existing or future business partners (either as a result of express prohibitions or to avoid the appearance of impropriety), injunctions against future conduct, profit disgorgements, disqualifications from directly or indirectly engaging in certain types of businesses, the loss of business permits or other restrictions which could disrupt our business and have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Our global operations necessitate the importation and exportation of goods and technology across international borders on a regular basis. From time to time, we, or our businesses, obtain or receive information alleging improper activity in connection with such imports or exports. Our policy mandates strict compliance with applicable trade laws. Nonetheless, we cannot provide assurance that our policies and procedures will always protect us from actions that would violate U.S. and/or foreign laws. Such improper actions could subject us to civil or criminal penalties, including material monetary fines, denial of import or export privileges, or other adverse actions. The occurrence of any of the aforementioned factors could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Certain of our businesses are subject to regulatory restrictions relating to ties with hostile entities and/or countries.
As a result of their international activities and operations in various industries worldwide, certain of our businesses are exposed to regulations in Israel and in other countries governing business relations with hostile entities or countries (such as Iran). We have taken, and will continue to take, measures to ensure our compliance with such regulations. Despite our best precautions, however, the wide-reaching business activities of our businesses may expose us to sanctions, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Risks Related to IC Power
IC Power is significantly leveraged.
As of December 31, 2013, IC Power had $1,669 million of outstanding indebtedness on a consolidated basis, excluding debt owed to shareholder. Some of IC Powers debt agreements include financial, affirmative and negative covenants, events of default or mandatory prepayments for contractual breaches, including certain changes of control, and for material mergers and divestments, among other provisions. A number of IC Powers credit facilities are secured. For example, Kallpas senior secured credit facility, Kallpas capital leases, and OPCs financing agreement are secured by certain of IC Powers assets.
IC Power uses a substantial portion of its cash flow from operations or investing activities to make debt service payments, reducing its ability to use its cash flow to fund its operations, capital expenditures, future business opportunities and payments to us. For example, in connection with its consummation of the sale of Edegel, IC Power will be required to repay the outstanding $125 million owed under its Credit Suisse credit facility, as of December 31, 2013.
Additionally, the pledge of a significant percentage of IC Powers assets to secure its debt has reduced the amount of collateral that is available for future secured debt or credit support as well as IC Powers flexibility in dealing with these secured assets. This level of indebtedness and related security, as well as the terms governing such indebtedness, could have other important consequences for IC Power, including:
| increasing its vulnerability to general adverse economic and industry conditions; |
| limiting its flexibility in planning for, or reacting to, changes in its business and the industry; |
| limiting its ability to enter into long-term power sales or heavy fuel oil purchases which require credit support; |
| limiting its ability to adjust to changing market conditions and placing IC Power at a competitive disadvantage compared to its competitors that are not as highly leveraged; |
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| limiting its ability to distribute dividends or other payments to its shareholders without leading to a downgrade of its outstanding indebtedness or long-term corporate ratings, if at all; and |
| limiting, along with the financial and other restrictive covenants relating to such indebtedness, among other things, IC Powers ability to borrow additional funds for working capital including collateral postings, capital expenditures, acquisitions and general corporate or other purposes. |
The indenture governing Inkias $450 million principal amount of bonds restricts distributions to us to 100% of Inkias accrued net income from January 1, 2011, subject to certain exceptions. In May 2014, IC Power repaid $168 million of intercompany debt owed to IC. In June 2014, IC Power repaid $95 million of capital notes owed to IC and made a distribution to IC of approximately $37 million. The repayment by Inkia of this debt is effectively treated as a dividend for purposes of the indenture, and, as a result, this repayment together with the distribution used up most of Inkias dividend capacity under the indenture, so Inkia will be unable to make distributions to IC Power until it accrues additional net income. Additionally, the consummation of the spin-off will constitute a change of control under Inkias bonds which, subject to additional conditions, may require Inkia to offer to repurchase all of its $450 million principal amount of outstanding bonds, for a total purchase price of 101% of the principal amount, plus accrued interest. For further information on the risks related to the change of control provisions relating to Inkias bonds, see Risks Related to the Spin-Off The spin-off will result in a change of control under Inkias $450 million principal amount of notes due 2021 which could result in a requirement for Inkia to make an offer to repurchase the bonds at 101% of the principal amount plus accrued interest, in the event of a rating downgrade.
The consummation of the spin-off may constitute a change of control under CDAs project finance facility or OPCs financing agreement, and, subject to additional conditions, may result in an event of default under either facility. For further information on the risks related to the change of control provisions relating to CDAs project finance facility or OPCs financing agreement, see Risks Related to the Spin-Off Some of our businesses, or associated companies, may deem it necessary to secure consents from creditors, or other parties, in connection with the consummation of the spinoff.
IC Powers growth strategy could be materially and adversely affected if it were unable to raise capital on favorable terms or in certain less developed economies.
IC Power relies significantly on its ability to successfully access the capital markets as a source of liquidity and such reliance may be increased to the extent that IC Power utilizes cash from its operations to distribute funds to us or repay loans owing to us. IC Powers ability to arrange financing on either a recourse or non-recourse basis, and the costs of such capital, are dependent upon numerous factors, some of which are beyond IC Powers control. Should future access to capital be unavailable to IC Power, it may have to sell assets or decide not to build new plants or expand or improve existing facilities, any of which could affect IC Powers future growth. IC Power may also deem it necessary to seek additional investments from Kenon through equity contributions, loans, the provision of guarantees, or otherwise, in the event that IC Power is not able to otherwise raise funding from third parties.
Additionally, part of IC Powers strategy is to expand its business by developing generation projects in less developed economies. Commercial lending institutions sometimes refuse to provide financing in certain less developed economies, and in these situations IC Power may seek direct or indirect (through credit support or guarantees) project financing from a limited number of multilateral or bilateral international financial institutions or agencies. As a precondition to making such project financing available, the lending institutions may also require sponsor guarantees for completion risks and governmental guarantees of certain business and sovereign related risks. However, the financing from international financial agencies or governmental guarantees required to complete projects may not be available when needed. If so, IC Power may have to abandon potential projects or invest more of its own funds, which may not be in line with IC Powers investment objectives and would leave less funds for other IC Power investments and projects.
IC Powers expansion, development and acquisition strategy may be limited.
IC Powers growth strategy contemplates (i) the expansion, construction or development of power generation facilities in the countries in which IC Power currently operates, and (ii) the acquisition of operating facilities in key growth markets in which IC Power does not currently operate. The ability to pursue such growth opportunities successfully will depend upon IC Powers ability to:
| identify projects and properties suitable for expansion, construction or acquisition; |
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| negotiate purchase or engineering, procurement and construction agreements on commercially reasonable terms; and |
| obtain the necessary financing and government permits or approvals to effect such developments or acquisitions. |
If IC Power is unable to identify attractive projects for expansion, this could have an adverse impact on its strategy and, as a result, could have a material adverse effect on IC Powers business.
Proposed and potential development projects may not be completed or, if completed, may not be completed on time or perform as expected.
IC Power plans to expand its operations through projects constructed on unused land with no need to demolish or remodel existing structures, or greenfield development projects. Such projects are expected to be located in the various markets within which IC Power operates and IC Power is currently constructing, among other things, a run-of-the-river hydroelectric project on the Mantaro River in central Peru, and an open cycle diesel and natural gas (dual-fired) thermoelectric plant in Mollendo, Arequipa, southern Peru. Development projects require IC Power to spend significant sums on engineering, permitting, legal, financial advisory and other expenses in preparation for competitive bids that it may not win or before it determines whether a development project is even feasible, economically attractive or capable of being financed. These activities consume a portion of IC Power and its operating companies focus and could increase IC Powers leverage or reduce its consolidated profitability.
Furthermore, once IC Power wins a competitive bid and, if applicable, enters into a turnkey agreement to commence the construction of its project, the development and construction of its power generation facilities, such as its CDA or Samay I projects, still involve numerous additional risks, including:
| unanticipated cost overruns; |
| claims from contractors; |
| an inability to obtain financing at affordable rates or at all; |
| delays in obtaining necessary permits and licenses, including environmental permits; |
| unforeseen engineering, environmental and geological problems; |
| adverse changes in the political and regulatory environment in the country in which the project is located; |
| opposition by political, environmental and other local groups; |
| shortages or increases in the price of equipment, materials or labor; |
| work stoppages or other labor disputes; and |
| adverse weather conditions, natural disasters, accidents or other unforeseen events. |
Any of these risks could result in IC Powers financial returns on its development projects being lower than expected, or could cause IC Power to operate below expected capacity or availability levels. This, in turn, could result in IC Power experiencing lost revenues and/or increased expenses. Although IC Power maintains insurance to protect against some of these risks, such insurance may not be adequate. As a result, development projects may cost more than initially anticipated and IC Power may be unable to fund principal and interest payments underlying its construction financing obligations, if any. In addition, a default under such a financing obligation could result in IC Power losing its interest in a power generation facility.
Any individual project may not be completed within budget or in a timely fashion, or at all, and delays could result in increased costs or breaches of any of the PPAs relating to such projects. For example, a delay in the completion of a construction project could result in IC Power being obligated to supply energy that it is unable to generate. If IC Powers developmental efforts with respect to CDA, Samay I, or any of its future development projects are not successful, it may incur penalties or additional costs, or abandon a project under development and write off the costs incurred in connection with such project. At the time of abandonment, IC Power would expense all capitalized development costs incurred in connection therewith and may incur additional losses associated with any related contingent liabilities, the occurrence of which could have a material adverse effect on IC Powers business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
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IC Power may not be able to enter into, or renew existing, long-term contracts for the sale of energy and capacity, contracts which reduce volatility in IC Powers results of operations.
IC Power sells a substantial majority of its energy under long-term PPAs. IC Powers operating companies rely upon PPAs with a limited number of customers for the majority of their energy sales and revenues over the term of such PPAs, which typically range from one to 15 years. Some of IC Powers long-term PPAs are at prices above current spot market prices. Depending on market conditions and regulatory regimes, it may be difficult for IC Power to secure long-term contracts with new customers, renew existing long-term contracts as they become due, or enter into long-term contracts to support the development of new projects. For example, CEPPs current PPA, under which it has contracted 75% of CEPPs capacity, expires in September 2014 and this PPA may not be extended or replaced with one or more PPAs on comparable terms. If such PPA were not extended, CEPP would need to sell the previously contracted capacity on the spot market, at the rates dictated by such market. In addition, in December 2011 the Bolivian government amended the applicable law to prohibit generation companies from entering into new PPAs. As a result, IC Power will be unable to extend or replace COBEEs current PPA, under which it has contracted 19% of COBEEs capacity, when it expires in October 2017. Additionally, when the distribution companies in El Salvador organize tenders under the supervision of SIGET for new long-term PPAs, the bidding rules generally do not permit the participation of fuel oil-fired generators, such as Nejapa, in tenders for PPAs with terms in excess of five years. An increase in the demand for renewable energy in the remaining countries in which IC Power operates could lead to similar prohibitions in those countries and a further reduction in IC Powers ability to enter into long-term PPAs. If IC Power is unable to enter into long-term PPAs, it may be required to sell electricity into spot markets at prices that may be below the prices established in its PPAs. Because of the volatile nature of power prices, if IC Power is unable to secure long-term PPAs it could face increased volatility in its earnings and cash flows and could experience substantial losses during certain periods which could have a material adverse effect on IC Powers business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
The Government of Bolivia has nationalized energy industry assets, and IC Powers remaining operations in Bolivia may also be nationalized.
Bolivia has experienced political and economic instability that has resulted in significant changes in its general economic policies and regulations and the adoption of a new constitution in 2006 that, among other things, prohibits private ownership of certain oil and gas resources. In May 2010, the Government of Bolivia nationalized Empresa Eléctrica Guaracachi S.A., Empresa Eléctrica Valle Hermoso S.A., and Empresa Eléctrica Corani S.A., each a significant generation company in Bolivia. In May 2012, the Government of Bolivia nationalized Transportadora de Electricidad S.A., a transmission company that had previously operated as a subsidiary of Red Electrica de España. In December 2012, Electricidad de La Paz S.A. (Electropaz) and Empresa de Luz y Fuerza de Oruro S.A. (Elfeo) companies which had no previous ownership relationship with the Government of Bolivia were also nationalized.
It is unclear whether the Government of Bolivia will continue nationalizing entities involved in its power utility market. It is also unclear whether such nationalization (if any) would be adequately compensated for by the Government of Bolivia. IC Powers subsidiary COBEE is one of the few remaining privately-held generation companies in Bolivia. Although IC Power believes its circumstances differ from those of the nationalized generation companies (because COBEE was not previously owned by the Bolivian government), there is a risk that COBEE will be subject to nationalization. Such nationalization may include the expropriation or nullification of existing IC Power concessions, licenses, permits, agreements and contracts, as well as effective nationalization resulting from changes in Bolivian regulatory restrictions or taxes, among other things, that could have an adverse impact on COBEEs profitability. If COBEE were indeed nationalized, we cannot assure you that we would receive fair compensation for our interests in COBEE.
Additionally, as a result of the nationalization of Bolivias power utility market, COBEE must transition from a franchisee to a licensee arrangement. Although the procedural requirements for this process have been completed and a temporary license has been awarded, there can be no assurance that IC Power will be awarded a permanent license and allowed to continue its Bolivian generation operations privately.
IC Power could face nationalization risks in other countries as well. The nationalization of any of IC Powers operating companies or power generation plants, even if fair compensation for such nationalization is received, could have a material adverse effect on IC Powers business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
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The production and profitability of private power generation companies in Israel may be adversely affected by changes in Israels regulatory environment.
Israels Public Utilities Authority (Electricity), or the PUAE, regulates and supervises the provision of essential electric public services in Israel. Prior to 2013, Israel Electric Corporation, or IEC, a government-owned entity, served as the sole generator of power in Israel (excluding small-scale generators and cogeneration facilities). In July 2013, OPC commenced commercial operation of its 440 MW power plant and became the first large-scale private power producer in Israel. In May 2014, Dorad Energy Ltd., an independent power producer, commenced commercial operation in Israel, adding a capacity of 860 MW to the Israeli electricity market.
In July 2013, the Government of Israel appointed a steering committee, tasked with proposing a comprehensive reform of IEC and the Israeli electricity market. The committees mandate is to review the electricity market structure, while focusing on the implementation of competition in the competitive sectors, the financial stabilization of IEC, and the development of a plan to improve IECs efficiency. In March 2014, the committee published its draft recommendations for a public hearing. The committees main recommendations address (i) the separation of the system operator function from IEC into an independent state-owned company, (ii) the continued development of the electricity sector by IEC and by private producers, (iii) the future electricity trade model, (iv) the regulation of the distribution and supply segment and IECs structural change in overall efficiency, (v) the possibility of share issuances by IEC, (vi) sale of assets, including power plants, by IEC and (vii) the funding of structural changes through increased efficiency, asset sales and the issuance of IEC shares.
Additionally, the PUAE is in the process of determining system costs and backup tariffs. The PUAE is expected to hold a hearing on these tariffs, and publish any subsequent recommendations, during 2014. OPCs operations are sensitive to changes in the PUAEs policies or regulations and the imposition of any tariffs could have a material adverse effect on OPCs business, financial condition, or results of operations. For example, the PUAEs generation tariff is the base for the natural gas price linkage formula in the agreement between OPC and the Tamar Group, its sole natural gas supplier. OPC and the Tamar Group disagree with respect to their view of which of the PUAEs published tariffs apply to their agreement and are in the early stages of discussions meant to resolve this disagreement.
If OPC incurs significant costs in relation to the changes in regulation or the establishment of any new regimes or the implementation of any such laws or governmental regulations, including with respect to the terms of its agreement with the Tamar Group, this could have a material adverse effect on IC Powers business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Supplier concentration may expose IC Power to significant financial credit or performance risks.
IC Power relies on natural gas and heavy fuel oil to fuel a majority of its power generation facilities. The delivery of these fuels to IC Powers various facilities is dependent upon a number of factors, including the continuing financial viability of contractual counterparties and the infrastructure (including barge facilities, roadways and natural gas pipelines) available to serve each generation facility. Any disruption in the fuel delivery infrastructure or a counterpartys failure to perform, may lead to delays, disruptions or curtailments in the production of power at any of IC Powers generation facilities. This risk of disruption is compounded by the supplier concentration that characterizes many of IC Powers operating companies.
Many of these suppliers are sole or monopolistic suppliers, and may exercise monopolistic control over their supply of natural gas or heavy fuel oil to IC Power. Kallpas generation facilities, for example, rely on a consortium of suppliers for the provision of natural gas and on a sole supplier for the transportation of such natural gas. If these suppliers cannot perform under their contracts, Kallpa would be unable to generate electricity at its facilities and such a failure could prevent Kallpa from fulfilling its contractual obligations and therefore have a material adverse effect on IC Powers business and financial results. Furthermore, as these suppliers are the principal suppliers of natural gas and natural gas transportation services to substantially all generation facilities in Peru fueled by natural gas, a change in the terms of their agreements with IC Power or other power generators, or a failure by either of these suppliers to meet their contractual obligations, could have a significant effect on Perus entire electricity supply and, therefore, prompt the Peruvian governmental authorities to undertake certain remedial actions. Any such actions could adversely affect Kallpas operations, or the expected operations of CDA and Samay I. Similarly, OPC relies on a single supplier and a single transporter for the provision of its natural gas requirements. If such supplier is unable to perform under its contract with OPC, OPC would not be able to generate electricity using natural gas, which could adversely affect OPCs operations.
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Governments have a high degree of influence in the economies in which IC Power operates.
IC Power operates or has investments in electricity generation businesses in nine countries and, therefore, is subject to significant and diverse government regulation. The laws and regulations affecting IC Powers operations are complex, dynamic and subject to new interpretations or changes. Such regulations affect almost every aspect of IC Powers utilities and energy businesses, have broad application and, to a certain extent, limit managements ability to independently make and implement decisions regarding numerous operational matters. Additionally, governments in many of the markets in which IC Power operates frequently intervene in the economy and occasionally make significant changes in monetary, credit, industry and other policies and regulations. Government actions to control inflation and other policies and regulations have often involved, among other measures, price controls, currency devaluations, capital controls and limits on imports. IC Power has no control over, and cannot predict, what measures or policies governments may enact in the future. The results of operations and financial condition of IC Powers businesses may be adversely affected by changes in governmental policy or regulations in the jurisdictions in which it operates if those changes impact, among other things:
| consumption of electricity and natural gas; |
| supply of electricity and natural gas; |
| operation and maintenance of generation, transmission or distribution facilities; |
| energy policy; |
| subsidies and incentives; |
| labor, environment, or laws; |
| economic growth; |
| currency fluctuations; |
| inflation; |
| capital control policies; |
| interest rates; |
| liquidity of domestic capital and lending markets; |
| fiscal policy; |
| tax laws, including the effect of tax laws on distributions from our subsidiaries; |
| import/export restrictions; |
| acquisitions, constructions, or dispositions of generation assets; and |
| other political, social and economic developments in or affecting the countries in which IC Powers operating companies are based. |
Uncertainty over whether governments will implement changes in policy or regulations affecting these or other factors in the future may also contribute to economic uncertainty and heightened volatility in the securities markets.
Due to populist political trends that have become more prevalent in certain of the countries in which IC Power operates over recent years, some of the governments or authorities in countries where IC Power operates might seek to promote efforts to increase government involvement in regulating economic activity, including the energy sector, which could result in the introduction of additional political factors in economic decisions. For example, Bolivia has nationalized natural gas and petroleum assets, as well as generation companies that compete with IC Power. For further information on the risks related to the Bolivian governments recent nationalization of certain generation companies, see The Government of Bolivia has nationalized energy industry assets, and IC Powers remaining operations in Bolivia may also be nationalized.
IC Powers failure to comply with, or reinterpretations of existing regulations and new legislation or regulations, such as those relating to the reduction of anti-competitive conduct, air and water quality, noise avoidance, electromagnetic radiation, fuel and other storage facilities, volatile materials, renewable portfolio standards, cyber security, emissions performance standards, climate change, hazardous and solid waste transportation and disposal, protected species and other environmental matters, or changes in the nature of the energy regulatory process may have a significant adverse impact on its financial results.
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IC Powers results of operations and financial condition are dependent upon the economic and political conditions in those countries in which it operates.
A significant number of IC Powers operating and development projects are located in countries in emerging markets, and IC Power expects to have additional operations in these or other emerging market countries. Many of these countries have a history of political, social and economic instability. IC Powers revenue is derived primarily from the sale of electricity, and the demand for electricity is largely driven by the economic, and thus the political conditions of the countries in which it operates. Therefore, IC Powers results of operations and financial condition are, to a large extent, dependent upon the overall level of economic activity in these emerging market countries. Should economic or political conditions deteriorate in Peru, or in any of the other countries in which IC Power operates, or in emerging markets generally, such an occurrence could have a material adverse effect on IC Powers business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity. Additionally, IC Power is developing two projects in Peru CDA and Samay I which will collectively provide 1,110 MW of capacity. IC Power expects the demand for electricity to increase in Peru but, if the increase in demand is less than the increase in capacity, this could affect the price levels in the Peruvian market, which, to the extent IC Power sells energy or capacity on the spot market or enters into PPAs during a period of reduced demand and downward pressure on energy prices, adversely affect IC Powers business or results of operations.
Inflation in any of the countries in which IC Power currently operates could adversely affect IC Power.
If any of the countries in which IC Power currently operates experience substantial inflation in the future, the costs of IC Powers operations could increase and its operating margins could decrease, which could materially and adversely affect IC Powers results of operations. A number of the countries in which IC Power operates have experienced significant inflation in prior years, including Peru. Inflationary pressures may also limit IC Powers ability to access foreign financial markets and may also prompt government intervention in the economy, including the introduction of government policies that may adversely affect the overall performance of the Peruvian economy. Any of the foregoing could have a material adverse effect on IC Powers business, financial condition, results of operation or liquidity.
IC Powers equipment, facilities and operations are subject to numerous environmental, health and safety laws and regulations that are expected to become more stringent in the future.
IC Power is subject to a broad range of environmental, health and safety laws and regulations which require it to incur ongoing costs and capital expenditures and exposes IC Power to substantial liabilities in the event of non-compliance. These laws and regulations require IC Power to, among other things, minimize risks to the natural and social environment while maintaining the quality, safety and efficiency of its facilities.
These laws and regulations also require IC Power to obtain and maintain environmental permits, licenses and approvals for the construction of new facilities or the installation and operation of new equipment required for its business. Some of these permits, licenses and approvals are subject to periodic renewal. IC Power expects environmental, health and safety rules to become more stringent over time, making its ability to comply with the applicable requirements more difficult. Government environmental agencies could take enforcement actions against IC Power for any failure to comply with applicable laws and regulations. Such enforcement actions could include, among other things, the imposition of fines, revocation of licenses, suspension of operations or imposition of criminal liability for non-compliance. Environmental laws and regulations can also impose strict liability for the environmental remediation of spills and discharges of hazardous materials and wastes and require IC Power to indemnify or reimburse third parties for environmental damages. Compliance with changed or new environmental, health and safety regulations could require IC Power to make significant capital investments in additional pollution controls or process modifications. These expenditures may not be recoverable and may consequently divert funds away from planned investments in a manner that could have a material adverse effect on IC Powers business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Restrictive exchange control policies, could have an adverse effect on IC Power.
Restrictive exchange rate control policies, or restrictive policies regarding the remittance of profits, dividends and royalties, could affect the ability of IC Powers operating companies to engage in foreign exchange activities, including paying dividends or other distributions to its shareholders. Although exchange rates within Peru, for example, are determined by market conditions, with regular operations by the Peruvian Central Reserve Bank in the foreign exchange market in order to reduce volatility in the value of Perus currency against the U.S. dollar, this has not always been the case. Should the relevant regulatory bodies in any of the countries in which
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IC Power operates institute protectionist and interventionist laws and policies or restrictive exchange rate policies in the future, such policies could have a material adverse effect on IC Powers operating companies or IC Powers financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
IC Powers growth may be limited by anti-trust laws.
IC Power has acquired a number of operating power generation companies. In the future, IC Power may seek to expand its operations within any of the countries in which it currently, or may, operate. Government policies, specifically anti-trust and competition laws in these relevant countries, can impact IC Powers ability to execute this strategy successfully. In Peru, for example, INDECOPI reviews acquisition agreements that may affect market concentration and, in connection with such review, may impose conditions upon the parties to such agreements. Similarly, in Israel, the Antitrust Authority is authorized to prevent market power accumulation through the regulation of mergers in Israel. Certain acquisitions considered by IC Power may be subject to the need for such regulatory approval and could restrict IC Powers ability to consummate any such transaction if the applicable regulators believe it would result in excessive concentration within the power generation market.
Additionally, IC Power may consider disposing of certain assets, or equity interests in certain of its operating assets, to further its development and operational expansion. Such dispositions may also be impacted by anti-trust and competition laws in the countries in which IC Power operates. For example, IC Power has recently agreed to sell its 21% interest in Edegel, to Edegels indirect controlling shareholder. IC Powers sale of Edegel is subject to regulatory approval by INDECOPI, and the transaction cannot be completed until this approval is obtained. For further information on the risks related to IC Powers sale of its equity interest in Edegel, see IC Power could face risks in connection with the disposals of its interests in businesses, including risks in connection with its agreement to sell its interest in Edegel.
Certain of IC Powers facilities are affected by climate conditions and changes in the climates of the countries in which these facilities operate could have a material adverse effect on IC Power.
Certain of IC Powers generation facilities are based, among other things, on hydroelectric power generation. As a result, their operating results are directly impacted by water sources which are, in turn, affected by the amount of rainfall and snowmelt. The results of IC Powers gas-powered plants may also be impacted by the amount of rainfall and snowmelt, as the utilization of such plants is generally dictated by the efficiency with which such plants can produce energy under existing climate conditions, so increased rainfall or snowmelt can result in increased utilization of hydroelectric plants, reducing utilization of IC Powers plants powered by gas and heavy fuels.
Additionally, certain IC Power facilities are also exposed to climate change risk and to the specific natural phenomena occurring in their respective countries of operation, including earthquakes (due to heightened seismic activity), hurricanes and flooding, landslides, volcanic eruptions, fire, El Niño (a meteorological phenomenon causing weather anomalies in certain Latin American countries), and other natural disasters. The occurrence of any of the natural calamities listed above may cause significant damage to IC Powers power stations and facilities.
IC Power could experience severe business disruptions, significant decreases in revenues based on lower demand arising from climate changes, catastrophic events, or significant additional costs to IC Power not otherwise covered by business interruption insurance policies. There may be an important time lag between a major climate change event, accident or catastrophic event and IC Powers recovery from any insurance policies, which typically carry non-recoverable deductible amounts, and in any event are subject to caps per event. Additionally, any of these events could cause adverse effects on the energy demand of some of IC Powers customers and of consumers generally in the affected market the occurrence of which could have a material adverse effect on IC Powers business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
IC Power has granted rights to the minority holders of certain of its subsidiaries.
Although IC Power owns a majority of the voting equity in certain of its businesses, it has entered into, and may continue to enter into, shareholder agreements granting minority rights to the minority shareholders of certain of those entities. Among other things, these shareholder agreements generally grant the applicable minority shareholder veto rights over significant acquisitions and dispositions as well as the incurrence of significant debt. Therefore, IC Powers ability to develop and operate any of its businesses governed by a shareholder agreement may be limited if it is unable to obtain the approval of a minority shareholder for certain corporate actions IC Power deems to be in the best interest of it. In addition, such shareholder agreements may limit IC Powers ability to dispose of its interests in any these businesses. IC Powers operation of its subsidiaries
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may also subject IC Power to litigation proceedings initiated by the minority shareholders of its subsidiaries. For example, IC Power is involved in litigation proceedings initiated by Crystal Power Corporation, Limited, or Crystal Power, the holder of the minority interest in Nejapa. For further information on the risks related to such litigation, see IC Power is exposed to material litigation.
IC Power is exposed to commodity price volatility.
IC Power purchases and sells electricity in the wholesale spot markets. During the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, IC Power purchased 13% and 7% of the electricity that it sold on the spot market, respectively. As a result, IC Power is exposed to spot market prices, which tend to fluctuate substantially. Unlike most other commodities, electric power can only be stored on a very limited basis and generally must be produced concurrently with its use. As a result, power prices are subject to significant volatility from supply and demand imbalances, especially within the spot markets. Typically, spot market prices for electricity are volatile and the demand for such electricity often reflects the cyclical fluctuating cost of coal, natural gas and oil, rain volumes or the conditions of hydro reservoirs. The Peruvian and Chilean electricity markets are also indirectly affected by the price of copper, as a result of the electricity-intensive mining industry, which represents a significant source of the electricity demand in these markets. Therefore, a decline in such mining activity could adversely affect IC Power. Therefore, any changes in the supply and cost of coal, natural gas and oil, rain volumes, the conditions of hydro reservoirs, the unexpected unavailability of other generating units, or the supply and cost of copper, may impact the volume of electricity demanded by the market. Volatility in market prices for fuel and electricity may result from many factors which are beyond IC Powers control and IC Power does not generally engage in hedging transactions to minimize such risks.
IC Power is exposed to certain counterparty risks.
IC Powers cash flows and results of operations are dependent upon the continued ability of its customers to meet their obligations under their relevant PPAs. Additionally, a small number of customers purchase a significant portion of IC Powers output under PPAs that account for a substantial percentage of the anticipated revenue of IC Powers operating companies. Although IC Powers operating companies evaluate the creditworthiness of their various counterparties, IC Powers operating companies may not always be able to, if at all, fully anticipate, detect, or protect against deterioration in a counterpartys creditworthiness and overall financial condition. The deterioration of creditworthiness or overall financial condition of a material counterparty (or counterparties) could expose IC Power to an increased risk of nonpayment or other default under its contracts with them. For example, CEPP, IC Powers Dominican Republic generation subsidiary, has experienced significant payment delays under its PPAs. Any default by any of IC Powers key customers could have a material adverse effect on IC Powers business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
IC Power relies on power transmission facilities that it does not own or control and that are subject to transmission constraints. If these facilities fail to provide IC Power with adequate transmission capacity, IC Power may be restricted in its ability to deliver wholesale electric power and it may either incur additional costs or forego revenues.
IC Power depends upon transmission facilities owned and operated by others to deliver the wholesale power it sells from its power generation plants. If transmission is disrupted, or if the transmission capacity infrastructure is inadequate, IC Powers ability to sell and deliver wholesale power may be adversely impacted. If the power transmission infrastructure in one or more of the markets that IC Power serves is inadequate, their recovery of wholesale costs and profits may be limited. If restrictive transmission price regulation is imposed, the transmission companies may not have sufficient incentive to invest in expansion of transmission infrastructure. IC Power cannot predict whether transmission facilities will be expanded in specific markets to accommodate competitive access to those markets, a failure of which could have a material adverse effect on IC Powers business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
If any of IC Powers generation units are unable to generate energy as a result of a breakdown or other failure, IC Power may be required to purchase energy on the spot market to meet its contractual obligations under the relevant PPAs.
The breakdown or failure of one of IC Powers generation facilities may require IC Power to purchase energy in the spot market to meet its contractual obligations under its PPAs, while simultaneously resulting in an increase in the spot market price of energy, resulting in a contraction, or loss, of IC Powers margins. In addition, the failure or breakdown of one of IC Powers generation units may prevent that particular facility from
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performing under applicable PPAs which, in certain situations, could result in termination of the PPA or liability for liquidated damages, the occurrence of which could have a material adverse effect on IC Powers business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity. IC Power maintains insurance policies for property value and business interruptions, intended to mitigate any losses due to customary risks. However, IC power cannot assure you that the scope of damages suffered in such an event would not exceed the policy limits, deductions, losses, or loss of profits outlined in its insurance coverage. IC Power may be materially and adversely affected if it incurs losses that are not fully covered by its insurance policies and such losses could have a material adverse effect on IC Powers business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity. For further information on the risks related to IC Powers insurance policies, see IC Powers insurance policies may not fully cover damage, and IC Power may not be able to obtain insurance against certain risks.
Some of the countries in which IC Power operates, or will operate, have experienced significant levels of terrorist activity in the past and it is possible that a resurgence of terrorism in any of these countries could occur in the future.
Some of the countries in which IC Power operates, or will operate, have experienced significant levels of terrorist activity in the past. For example, Peru, the country in which IC Power primarily operates and that represented 64% of IC Powers Proportionate EBITDA in 2013, experienced significant levels of terrorist activity that reached its peak of violence against the government and private sector in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Proportionate EBITDA is a non-IFRS measure. For a reconciliation of Proportionate EBITDA to net income, see Item 3A. Selected Financial Data. Accordingly, acts of terrorism could affect IC Powers operations or construction projections. As a result of its recently-commenced operations in Israel, IC Power is also exposed to any hostile activities occurring in Israel in connection with Israels ongoing security, economic and geopolitical conditions. For further information on the risks related to IC Powers operations in Israel, see Risks Related to the Industries in Which Our Businesses and Associated Companies Operate The activities of certain of our businesses, may be impacted by the geopolitical, economic and security conditions in Israel and the Middle East.
The interruption or failure of IC Powers information technology and communications systems or external attacks and invasions of these systems could have an adverse effect on IC Power.
IC Power depends on information technology, communication and processing systems to operate its businesses. Such systems are vital to each of IC Powers operating companies ability to monitor its power plants operations, maintain generation and network performance, adequately generate invoices to customers, achieve operating efficiencies and meet its service targets and standards. In the last few years, global cyber-attacks on security systems and such systems have intensified. IC Power is exposed to cyber-terrorist attacks aimed at damaging its assets through computer networks, cyber-spying involving strategic information that may be beneficial for third parties, and cyber-robbery of proprietary and confidential information, including information on its clients. The occurrence, or the success, of any such attacks could have a material adverse effect on IC Powers business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Acquisitions and development projects may not perform as expected.
IC Power has recently completed several acquisitions and plans to continue to develop its portfolio through acquisitions in certain attractive markets, including those in which it does not currently operate. Acquisitions require IC Power to spend significant sums on legal, financial advisory and other expenses and consume a portion of IC Powers managements focus. Acquisitions may increase IC Powers leverage or reduce its profitability. Future acquisitions may be large and complex, and IC Power may not be able to complete them successfully or at all.
Although acquired businesses may have significant operating histories at the time IC Powers acquires them, IC Power will have no history of owning and operating these businesses and potentially limited or no experience operating in the country in which these acquired businesses are located. In particular:
| acquired businesses may not perform as expected; |
| IC Power may incur unforeseen obligations or liabilities; |
| the fuel supply needed to operate the acquired business at full capacity may not be available; |
| acquired businesses may not generate sufficient cash flow to support the indebtedness incurred to acquire them or the capital expenditures needed to operate them; |
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| the rate of return from acquired businesses may be lower than anticipated in IC Powers decision to invest its capital to acquire them; and |
| IC Power may not be able to expand as planned or to integrate the acquired companys activities and achieve the economies of scale and any expected efficiency gains that often drive such acquisitions. |
IC Power could face risks in connection with the disposals of its interests in its businesses, including risks in connection with its agreement to sell its interest in Edegel.
IC Power continually assesses the strategic composition of its power generation portfolio and may, as a result of its assessments, divest its interests in businesses whose operations are inconsistent with IC Powers long-term strategic plan. Divestitures can generate organizational and operational efficiencies, cash for use in IC Powers capital investment program and operations, and cash to repay outstanding IC Power debt.
In April 2014, IC Power entered into an agreement to sell 21% indirect equity interest in Edegel to Enersis, a subsidiary of Edegels indirect controlling shareholder, for an aggregate $413 million. The sale of IC Powers equity interest in Edegel is subject to regulatory approval by the Peruvian antitrust regulator INDECOPI and the transaction cannot be completed until this approval is obtained. IC Power expects that INDECOPI will announce its final determination in respect of IC Powers sale of its equity interest in Edegel by mid-October 2014, pending INDECOPIs receipt of an opinion from each of two independent regulatory entities, the Office of Supervisor over Energy and Mining Investments, or OSINERGMIN, and The Mining and Energy Ministry, or MINEM which are each undertaking a review of the proposed transaction. Neither IC Power nor Enersis, the petitioner, are required to submit documentation or attend hearings in connection with such review. Edegel represents a significant contribution to IC Powers proportionate EBITDA, net income and capacity and IC Power may not replace Edegels contribution to its generation portfolio, proportionate EBITDA or net income.
In addition, the sale of Edegel will constitute an asset sale under the indenture governing Inkias outstanding bonds. That indenture will require that the net proceeds from the sale of our interest in Edegel be used, within 365 days of the sale, to acquire assets useful in Inkias business, make acquisitions or make capital expenditures, or to repay senior debt, and if the proceeds are not so applied, Inkia is required to use the remaining proceeds to offer to repurchase bonds at 100% of their principal amount plus accrued interest. As the proceeds from the sale will be significant, Inkia may be required to make such an offer, and if such offer is accepted, Inkias liquidity will be reduced.
Additionally, IC Power cannot predict the effect of the Edegel sale on Inkias credit ratings.
IC Power is exposed to material litigation.
IC Power and/or certain of its operating companies are currently involved in various litigation proceedings, and may be subject to future litigation proceedings, any of which could result in unfavorable decisions or financial penalties against IC Power and/or certain of its operating companies, and IC Power will continue to be subject to future litigation proceedings, which could have material adverse consequences to its business or the business of any of its operating companies.
In particular, a claim has been filed against Inkia, IC Powers principal subsidiary, by Crystal Power, the holder of the minority interest in Nejapa, alleging that Inkia has breached certain rights of Crystal Power, the holder of a minority interest in Nejapa. Crystal Powers complaint in these proceedings, as amended, does not specify the amount of damages claimed. Inkia believes that the probability of loss in these proceedings is remote and, as a result, have not recorded any provision for these proceedings. However, an adverse judgment in this proceeding, could have a material adverse effect on IC Powers business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Litigation is inherently unpredictable, and excessive verdicts do occur. Adverse outcomes in lawsuits and investigations could result in significant monetary damages, including indemnification payments, or injunctive relief that could adversely affect IC Powers ability to conduct its business and may have a material adverse effect on IC Powers financial condition and results of operations or the financial condition and results of operations of any of its operating companies. Given the inherent uncertainties in litigation, even when it is possible to reasonably estimate the amount of possible loss or range of loss and therefore record an aggregate litigation accrual for probable and reasonably estimable loss contingencies, the accrual may change in the future due to new developments or changes in approach. In addition, such investigations, claims and lawsuits could involve significant expense and diversion of IC Power managements attention and resources from other matters, each of which could have a material adverse effect on IC Powers business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
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IC Powers insurance policies may not fully cover damage, and IC Power may not be able to obtain insurance against certain risks.
IC Power maintains insurance policies intended to mitigate its losses due to customary risks. These policies cover IC Powers assets against loss for physical damage, loss of revenue and also third-party liability. However, IC Power cannot assure you that the scope of damages suffered in the event of a natural disaster or catastrophic event would not exceed the policy limits of its insurance coverage. IC Power maintains all-risk physical damage coverage for losses resulting from, but not limited to, fire, explosions, floods, windstorms, strikes, riots, mechanical breakdowns and business interruption. IC Powers level of insurance may not be sufficient to fully cover all losses that may arise in the course of its business or insurance covering its various risks may not continue to be available in the future. In addition, IC Power may not be able to obtain insurance on comparable terms in the future. IC Power may be materially and adversely affected if it incurs losses that are not fully covered by its insurance policies and such losses could have a material adverse effect on IC Powers business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Risks Related to Our Interest in Qoros
Qoros has only recently commenced commercial sales and will depend on external debt financing and guarantees or commitments from its shareholders to finance its operations.
Qoros has only recently commenced commercial sales and the implementation of its current business development plan requires significant additional capital. Qoros expects the estimated funding required by it to be provided by operating cash flows and, to a significant extent, external debt financing. Qoros current business development plan contemplates debt financing of RMB9.2 billion (approximately $1.5 billion) to supplement equity contributions. Qoros has secured a portion of its expected long-term debt financing needs via (i) a RMB3 billion (approximately $487) million syndicated credit facility (secured by certain of Qoros fixed assets), (ii) a RMB1.2 billion (approximately $195 million) syndicated credit facility (secured by Quantum and Wuhu Cherys pledge at a portion of their respective equity interests in Qoros, and including dividends deriving therefrom), and (iii) additional short-term credit facilities. As of March 31, 2014, Qoros had drawn loans of approximately RMB2.9 billion (approximately $471 million) and RMB160 million (approximately $26 million) under its two primary loan facilities. Qoros will need to secure significant additional debt financing to fund its current business development plan.
There is no certainty that Qoros existing financing facilities will remain available or that Qoros will succeed in securing the remaining debt financing currently expected to be required for its activities. If Qoros business model is not viewed as successful by lenders, it may not be possible to obtain this required debt financing on attractive terms or at all. In addition, developments in Chinese regulations or local banking practices could create financing difficulties. A lack or delay in financing could prevent Qoros from continuing its commercial operation altogether, or may delay the launch or development of Qoros additional C-segment models, thereby preventing Qoros from being able to fully and satisfactorily operate its business at a crucial time in its development. Furthermore, if the costs associated with this expected debt financing are higher than expected, this could adversely impact Qoros profits. If required debt financing is not available to Qoros, we may deem it necessary to make additional investments in Qoros through equity contributions, or provide Qoros with loans, or other forms of financial support.
For example, in connection with Qoros entry into its RMB1.2 billion (approximately $195 million) syndicated credit facility, Quantum has pledged a portion of its equity interests in Qoros. The pledge agreement under which Quantum has pledged its equity interest in Qoros includes provisions setting forth, among other things, (i) minimum ratios relating to the value of Quantums pledged securities, (ii) Quantums ability to replace the pledge of its equity interest in Qoros with a pledge of cash collateral or to pledge cash collateral instead of pledging additional shares, representing up to 100% of Quantums equity interest in Qoros, and (iii) the events (e.g., Qoros default under the syndicated facility) that entitle the Chinese bank to enforce its lien on Quantums equity interest. As a result of this pledge, we could lose all, or a portion of, our equity interest in Qoros, and our ability to pledge all, or a portion of, our equity interest in Qoros in connection with future financing agreements may be limited. For further information on the risks related to Kenons payment obligations in respect of certain of Qoros debt, see Risks Related to Our Diversified Strategy and Operations Kenon will have obligations owing to IC, which could be substantial.
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If Qoros is unable to meet its obligations under its existing banking facilities, or under any other facility with respect to which we have provided, or may provide, a guarantee or collateral, we could be required to pay some or all of the amounts associated with our guarantee obligation. For further information on the risks associated with our businesses failure to independently meet their capital requirements, see Risks Related to Our Diversified Strategy and Operations Some of our businesses have significant capital requirements. If these businesses are unable to obtain sufficient financing from third party financing sources, they may not be able to operate, and we may deem it necessary to provide such capital, provide a guaranty or indemnity in connection with any financings, and/or provide collateral in connection with any financings, including via the cross-collateralization of assets across businesses, all of which may materially impact our operations.
Qoros future success is dependent upon its implementation of its current business development plan.
Qoros success will depend, in large part, on its ability to achieve several important steps in the implementation of its current business development plan, including successfully launching the Qoros brand, successfully launching the Qoros 3 Sedan and the Qoros Hatch, continued expansion of its dealer network, build-up of its aftersales and services infrastructure, continued ramping up of its production and high volume manufacturing, managing its procurement, manufacturing and supply processes, establishing effective customer service processes, and securing significant debt financing to support its further growth and development. Qoros ability to effectively implement its current business development plan requires the execution of effective planning and management processes, and such execution may be influenced by factors outside of Qoros control, such as Qoros ability to sell its vehicle models within Qoros targeted price range, at competitive prices, or at prices that generate profits for Qoros. If Qoros does not achieve some, or all, of these milestones in a timely fashion, or at all, or if the actual costs underlying Qoros current business development plan are significantly higher than expected, Qoros may not be able to fully implement its current business development plan, which could have a material adverse effect on Qoros business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Qoros is significantly leveraged.
As of March 31, 2014, Qoros had RMB4.4 billion (approximately $715 million) of outstanding indebtedness. Pursuant to its current business development plan, Qoros intends to finance its continued development with significant additional external debt financing, a significant portion of which it has not yet secured.
Highly leveraged businesses are inherently more sensitive to declines in revenues, increases in expenses and interest rates, and adverse market conditions. This is especially true for Qoros, as Qoros has only recently commenced commercial sales and has yet to deploy its full-scale commercial model or generate positive cash flows from its operations. Qoros uses a portion of its cash flows from operations to make debt service payments, thereby reducing its ability to use its cash flows to fund its operations, capital expenditures, or future business opportunities. In addition, Qoros RMB3 billion (approximately $487 million) syndicated credit facility, RMB1.2 billion (approximately $195 million) syndicated credit facility, RMB800 million (approximately $130 million) working capital loan arrangement contain financial, affirmative and negative covenants. Those facilities, as well as its other short-term credit facilities, also contain events of default and mandatory prepayments for breaches, including certain changes of control, and for material mergers and divestments, among other provisions. A significant percentage of Qoros assets secures its RMB3 billion (approximately $487 million) syndicated credit facility and, as a result, the amount of collateral that Qoros has available for future secured debt or credit support and its flexibility in dealing with its secured assets is therefore relatively limited, which could have a material adverse effect on Qoros business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Currently, Qoros debt to asset ratio is higher, and its current ratio is lower, than the allowable ratios set forth in the terms of Qoros RMB3 billion (approximately $487 million) syndicated credit facility. In 2013, the syndicated consortium waived Qoros compliance with the financial covenants under this facility for the 2013 and 2014 fiscal years. The next assessment of Qoros compliance with its financial covenants under this credit facility will occur no earlier than the second quarter of 2015. After Qoros enters into a continuous and sustained operating period, a request for adjustment of the financial covenants, as necessary, can be submitted to the syndicated loan group for consideration. Should Qoros debt to asset ratio continue to exceed, or its current ratio continue to be less than, the permitted ratio in any period after December 31, 2014, and Qoros syndicated lenders do not waive such non-compliance or revise such covenants so as to ensure Qoros compliance, Qoros lenders could accelerate the repayment of borrowings due under Qoros RMB3 billion (approximately $487 million) syndicated credit facility.
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In the event that any of Qoros lenders accelerate the payment of Qoros borrowings, Qoros may not have sufficient liquidity, or access to liquidity, to repay its debt under the syndicated credit facility, the relevant short-term facility, or both, as well as maintain payments on its remaining credit facilities. Additionally, as Qoros is significantly leveraged and a significant portion of its assets, including its recently completed manufacturing facility, secures its syndicated credit facility, Qoros inability to comply with the terms of its debt agreements could result in the foreclosure upon and loss of certain of Qoros assets, which could have a material adverse effect on Qoros business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Our Joint Venture Agreement grants preferential rights to Wuhu Chery.
We have a 50% stake in Qoros, with the remaining 50% interest owned by Wuhu Chery, a subsidiary of Chery, a state controlled holding enterprise and large Chinese automobile manufacturing company, that has been producing automobiles since 1999. Pursuant to the terms of our Joint Venture Agreement, we have the right to appoint three of Qoros six directors and the sole right to nominate Qoros Chief Financial Officer. Wuhu Chery has the right to appoint the remaining three of Qoros six directors and the sole right to nominate Qoros Chief Executive Officer. Our nomination of Qoros Chief Financial Officer and Wuhu Cherys nomination of Qoros Chief Executive Officer are each subject to the approval of Qoros board of directors by a simple majority vote. The Joint Venture Agreement also contains provisions relating to the transfer and pledge of Qoros shares, the appointment of executive officers and directors, and the approval of substantial matters, which may prevent us from making decisions that we deem desirable.
Additionally, Wuhu Chery may, in the event of the termination of the Joint Venture Agreement purchase our interest in Qoros. The Joint Venture Agreement provides for termination upon the occurrence of certain events, including the nationalization or confiscation, in whole or in substantial part, of Qoros assets, Qoros bankruptcy, certain breaches of the Joint Venture Agreement, the occurrence of certain force majeure events, and a deadlock of the board of directors of Qoros as to matters where the lack of a decision could materially and adversely affect Qoros. In the event of the termination of the Joint Venture Agreement, Wuhu Chery may purchase our interest in Qoros at an agreed upon price or a price determined pursuant to a valuation procedure set forth in the Joint Venture Agreement. In the event of a disagreement relating to the purchase price of our interest in Qoros, Wuhu Chery has the right to cause a liquidation of Qoros. Upon a liquidation of Qoros, Wuhu Chery has the right to purchase Qoros production and/or testing assets at the fully depreciated book value of those assets, each such purchase to be conducted under certain circumstances and subject to certain conditions.
In addition, the terms of the Joint Venture Agreement indicate that Wuhu Chery owns any and all brands, trade names, trademarks, or emblems developed in connection with, or with respect to, any of Qoros vehicles. For further information on the risks related to Qoros inability to protect its intellectual property, see Qoros success depends, in part, upon its ability to protect its intellectual property. For further information on the terms of our Joint Venture Agreement with Wuhu Chery, see Item 4B. Business Overview Our Businesses and Associated Companies Qoros Qoros Joint Venture Agreement.
Qoros is a joint venture in which our interest is only 50%.
Qoros is a joint venture in which our interest is only 50%. Our joint venture partner, Chery, has established joint ventures with other automobile manufacturers in China and may enter into additional joint venture agreements, subject to the terms of our Joint Venture Agreement, in the future. Consequently, Wuhu Chery or Chery may have goals, strategies, priorities, or resources that conflict with our goals, strategies, priorities or resources, which may adversely impact our ability to jointly and effectively own Qoros, undermine Wuhu Chery or Cherys commitment to Qoros long-term growth, or adversely impact Qoros business. Additionally, if Wuhu Chery fails to fund its share of Qoros required capital contribution, such an occurrence could prompt us to increase our financial contribution to Qoros or result in the delay of the launch or development of Qoros additional C-segment models. Any such delay could prevent Qoros from being able to fully and satisfactorily operate its business at a crucial time in its development, thereby preventing Qoros from continuing its commercial operation altogether.
Furthermore, Chinese regulations prevent us, as a non-Chinese entity, from holding a greater than 50% equity interest in Qoros. As a result, should we invest additional equity into Qoros, without a related contribution from Chery, Kenon will not experience an increase in its equity ownership of Qoros.
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Qoros has recently commenced commercial sales and, as such, has a history of losses and expects to continue to incur losses, at least until it reaches higher volume sales.
Qoros incurred a loss of RMB1.6 billion (approximately $260 million) for the year ended December 31, 2013 and has had losses in almost every quarter since its inception. Although commercial operation with respect to the sale of Qoros first model began in December 2013, Qoros believes that it will continue to incur operating and net losses each quarter until it begins significant deliveries of its vehicle to dealers if and when it achieves higher volume sales.
Additionally, Qoros will continue to incur costs in the future as it engages in activities related to:
| the design, development and manufacturing of other new models; |
| increasing its sales and marketing activities; |
| sourcing and building up inventories of parts and components for its various models; |
| expanding its design, development, and manufacturing capabilities, including in connection with the expansion of its manufacturing facility; and |
| increasing its general and administrative functions to support its growing operations. |
As a result of its expected launch of additional vehicle models in 2014, Qoros expects to incur significant expenses during this period as it deploys its full-scale commercial sales model. Qoros may also incur substantial marketing costs and expenses in the future as it promotes its new vehicle models through the use of traditional media such as television, radio and print as well as non-traditional and online media. Qoros will also incur substantial costs, including financing costs, in connection with the development of its various vehicle models and the implementation of phase two of its manufacturing facilities if Qoros expands its manufacturing facility to increase its production capacity. As a result of the significant costs Qoros may continue to incur for a significant period of time, Qoros may not become profitable in the short-term.
Qoros vehicle models and brand are still evolving and may not be accepted by Qoros targeted consumer group, at Qoros targeted prices.
Qoros brand and business are new, and Qoros targeted consumers may not accept Qoros models, style or brand at the anticipated or desired velocity, or the anticipated or desired price if at all. Specifically, Qoros seeks to manufacture and sell to Chinese consumers Chinese vehicles which, with respect to their design and operations, comply with recognized international standards and are comparable in quality and price to internationally manufactured vehicles. Qoros future business and profitability outlook depends, in large part, upon Qoros ability to sell vehicle models that will be accepted by young, modern, urban consumers, in its targeted price range. The sector of the Chinese automobile market that Qoros targets is currently dominated by foreign brands, and Chinese car buyers may be slower than expected in accepting a Chinese brand, may have a preference for other Chinese brands, or may not ultimately view Qoros vehicle models as an attractive alternative to foreign brands at the price point targeted by Qoros, if at all.
Chinese consumers have historically indicated a strong preference for products that are internationally-branded. Such a preference for foreign-branded products could impact the buying patterns of Qoros targeted consumers, which could affect the demand for Qoros vehicles and, as a result, also adversely impact Qoros margins (e.g., as a result of Qoros increasing the content provided in each vehicle without concurrently increasing its price), or lower sales volumes, which could have a material adverse effect on Qoros business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Qoros depends upon a network of independent dealers to sell its automobiles.
As is customary in China, Qoros distributes and services its cars through a network of independent automobile dealers that are engaged on a non-exclusive basis. Dealers will maintain the primary sales and service interface with the ultimate consumer of Qoros products and, as a result, the quality of Qoros dealerships and its relationship with its distributors are critical to Qoros success. Qoros also expects its dealers to generate the vast majority of the revenues that Qoros expects to receive from the sale of spare parts and aftersales products. Consequently, Qoros success is dependent, in large part, upon a network of dealers, whose salespersons Qoros does not directly employ and therefore cannot control. As a result, Qoros dealer network may not achieve the required standards of quality of service producers within Qoros expected timeframe, if at all.
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Qoros is still in the process of developing and establishing its dealer network, which will require Qoros dealers to construct their dealerships using their own capital resources, with partial reimbursements from Qoros. As Qoros continues to develop its dealer network, such development will likely be affected by the financial resources available to existing and potential dealers, the decisions dealers make as a result of the current and future sales prospects of Qoros vehicle models, and the availability and cost of the capital necessary to acquire and hold inventories of Qoros vehicles for resale. Any delay in, or other negative development with respect to, the expansion of Qoros dealer network could have a material adverse effect on Qoros business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Qoros business is subject to intense competition.
China has been one of the worlds fastest growing economies in terms of GDP in recent years, and has been the fastest growing among major passenger vehicle markets in the world. The passenger vehicle market in China is highly competitive. Many of the largest global manufacturers, through joint venture relationships with Chinese manufacturers, and numerous established domestic manufacturers compete within this market. Qoros expects to be seen as a competitor to the established automobile manufacturers, particularly to the European, U.S., Korean and Japanese automakers. Most of Qoros current and potential competitors have longer operating histories, broader customer relationships, greater name recognition, and established customer bases, financial, technical, manufacturing, marketing and other resources. As a result, many of these competitors may be able to devote greater resources to the design, development, manufacturing, distribution, promotion, pricing sale and support of their products, which could impair Qoros ability to enter into this market or adversely impact Qoros sales volumes or margins.
As the size of the Chinese passenger vehicle market continues to increase, Qoros anticipates that additional competitors, both international and domestic, will seek to enter the Chinese market and existing market participants will try to maintain or increase their market share. Increased competition may result in price reductions, reduced margins and Qoros inability to gain or hold market share. If Qoros is unable to succeed or gain significant market share in the Chinese market, or sell its vehicles with its expected margins, in light of increased competition in the passenger vehicle market, or if vehicle sales in China decrease or do not continue to increase as expected, this could have a material adverse effect on Qoros business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Qoros success depends, in part, upon its ability to protect its intellectual property.
Qoros has independently developed, patented and owns numerous motor vehicle technologies, including technologies related to human machine interface, or HMI, motor vehicles, and motor vehicle platforms, parts, components and accessories for motor vehicles. Qoros believes that such technologies provide it with a competitive advantage and the platform with which to produce international-standard vehicles for its targeted Chinese consumers. Qoros does not own the brands, trade names, trademarks, or emblems developed in connection with, or with respect to, any of Qoros vehicles, but licenses such property from Wuhu Chery, the other party to the joint venture, pursuant to the terms of the Joint Venture Agreement. If Qoros fails to protect its intellectual property rights adequately, including with respect to any intellectual property licensed by it, Qoros competitors might gain access to its technology, and its brand or business may be adversely affected. Qoros relies on copyright, trade secret and patent laws, confidentiality procedures and contractual provisions to protect its proprietary methods and technologies and trademark laws to protect the brands, trade names, trademarks, or emblems developed in connection with, or with respect to, any of Qoros vehicles. Qoros currently holds patents in China, the European Union and the U.S., and has pending patent applications in various countries. Further, Qoros has trademark registrations and applications in various markets in Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, South America, Africa, Australia, and New Zealand. Patents may not be granted for Qoros pending patent applications, and the claims allowed on any issued patents may not be sufficiently broad to protect Qoros technologies. Any patents or trademarks currently held by Qoros, or that may be issued to Qoros in the future, may be challenged, invalidated or circumvented, and any rights granted under these patents or trademarks may not actually provide Qoros with adequate defensive protection or competitive advantages. Additionally, the process of applying for patent and trademark protection is expensive and time-consuming, and Qoros may not be able to complete all necessary or desirable patent and trademark applications at a reasonable cost or in a timely manner.
Additionally, policing the unauthorized use of Qoros technology, or trademarks, may prove difficult as the laws of some foreign countries may not be as protective of intellectual property rights as those of the United States, and mechanisms for enforcement of Qoros proprietary rights in such countries may be inadequate. From
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time to time, Qoros may need to initiate legal action to enforce its intellectual property rights, to protect its trade secrets, to determine the validity and scope of the proprietary rights of others, or to defend itself against claims of infringement. Qoros has previously been a defendant in suits with respect to Qoros alleged infringement of the intellectual property of other vehicle manufacturers, including with respect to Audi, a claim which is pending in the Hamburg Court. Such litigation could result in substantial costs and the diversion of limited resources and could negatively affect Qoros business, reputation or brand. If Qoros is unable to protect its proprietary rights (including aspects of its technology platform), Qoros may lose its expected competitive advantage which could have a material adverse effect on Qoros business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
For further information on Audis claim of infringement, see Item 4B. Business Overview Our Businesses and Associated Companies Qoros Qoros Legal Proceedings Audi Proceedings.
The economic, political and social conditions in China could have a material adverse effect on Qoros.
Substantially all of Qoros assets are located in China and Qoros expects that substantially all of its revenue will be derived from its operations in China in the short-term and that at least a substantial proportion of its revenues will be derived from its operations in China in the long-term. Accordingly, Qoros results of operations and prospects are subject, to a significant extent, to the economic, political and legal developments in China. Chinas economy differs from the economies of most developed countries in many respects, including government involvement, level of development, growth rate, control of foreign currency exchange and allocation of resources. The Chinese economy has been transitioning from a planned economy to a more market-oriented economy. Although the Chinese government has implemented measures emphasizing the utilization of market forces for economic reform, the reduction of state ownership of productive assets and the establishment of sound corporate governance in business enterprises, a substantial portion of productive assets in China is still owned by the Chinese government. Additionally, the Chinese government continues to play a significant role in regulating industry by imposing industrial policies and continues to exercise significant control over Chinas economic growth through allocating resources, controlling the payment of foreign currency-denominated obligations, setting monetary policy, and providing preferential treatment to particular industries or companies.
Chinas economy has experienced rapid growth, much of it due to the issuance of debt over the last few years. This debt-fueled economic growth has led to an increase in the money supply and rising inflation. The Chinese government has implemented various measures from time to time to control Chinas rate of economic growth, control inflation and otherwise regulate economic expansion. These measures include imposing controls on bank credit, limiting loans and enacting other restrictions on economic activities, such as measures to curb property, stock market speculation, and increasing inflation. The Chinese government has also tightened its monetary policy and implemented a floating exchange rate policy. As intended, the aforementioned policies have led to a slowing of Chinas economic growth. These policies and procedures may, from time to time, be modified or reversed, which could lead to a tightening of credit, which measures, if taken, could further reduce the economic activity in China, reducing Qoros ability to secure third party financing. Additionally, any economic, political or social crisis within China may also lead to a drastic decline in economic activity which could lead to a decline in the demand for Qoros vehicles or the availability of third-party funding.
Qoros is subject to Chinese regulation and its business or profitability may be affected by changes in Chinas regulatory environment.
Local and national Chinese authorities have exercised and will continue to exercise substantial control over the Chinese economy through regulation and state ownership, including rules and regulations that regulate or affect the Chinese automobile manufacturing process and concern vehicle safety and environmental matters such as emission levels, fuel economy, noise and pollution. Additionally, China has recently permitted provincial and local economic autonomy and private economic activities, and, as a result, Qoros is dependent upon its relationship with the local governments in the Jiangsu and Shanghai provinces. As a result, certain of Qoros ongoing corporate activities are subject to the approval and regulation of the relevant authorities in China including, among other things, capital increases and investments in Qoros, changes in the structure of Qoros ownership, increases in the production capacity, construction of Qoros production facilities, ownership of trademarks, relocation of Qoros head office, the formation of subsidiaries, and the inclusion of Qoros products in the national catalogue for purposes of selling them throughout China. Qoros operations are also sensitive to changes in the Chinese governments policies relating to all aspects of the automobile industry. In particular, Qoros production facility and products are required to comply with Chinese environmental regulations. Although Qoros current government approval allows Qoros to manufacture vehicles until the end of 2014, there is no assurance that Qoros will receive the necessary final approval for its manufacturing plant. Qoros has
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incurred, and expects to incur in the future, significant costs in complying with these, and other applicable, regulations and believes that its operations in China are in material compliance with all applicable legal and regulatory requirements. However, the central or local Chinese governments may impose new, conflicting or stricter regulations or interpretations of existing regulations that would require additional expenditures and efforts by Qoros to ensure its compliance with such regulations or interpretations or maintain its competitiveness and margins. Qoros ability to operate profitably in China may be harmed by any such changes in China, Jiangsu, or Shanghais laws and regulations, including those relating to taxation, environmental regulations, land use rights, property, or the aforementioned corporate matters. Qoros failure to comply with such laws and regulations may also result in fines, penalties or lawsuits, which could have a material adverse effect on Qoros business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
The Chinese passenger vehicle market may not continue to grow as expected.
Qoros has strategically located its operations, and designed its vehicle models for consumers within China so as to directly access the largest and the fastest growing automobile markets in the world. If the Chinese passenger vehicle market does not continue to grow, this could materially affect demand for Qoros vehicles and thereby have a material adverse effect on Qoros business, financial conditions, results of operations or liquidity.
Qoros operations, performance and profitability may be adversely effected by the loss of senior management and certain key executives.
Several of Qoros senior executives are important to Qoros success. They have been instrumental in establishing Qoros strategic direction and in designing and implementing Qoros current business development plan. Losing the services of any of these individuals could have a material adverse effect on Qoros business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Qoros requires qualified personnel to manage its operations.
Qoros requires qualified and competent employees to independently direct its day-to-day business operations, execute its business development plans, and service Qoros customers, dealers, suppliers and other stakeholders. Qoros products and services are highly technical in nature. Therefore, Qoros must be able to attract, recruit, hire and train skilled employees, including employees with the capacity to operate Qoros production line as well as employees possessing core competencies in vehicle design and engineering. This includes developing talent and leadership capabilities in China, where the amount of skilled employees may be limited. The unavailability of qualified personnel in these competitive specialties could negatively impact Qoros ability to meet its growing operational and servicing demands. In addition, unpredictable increases in the demand for its vehicle models may exacerbate the risk of not having a sufficient number of trained personnel. If Qoros fails to train and retain qualified personnel, or if it experiences excessive turnover, Qoros may experience production/manufacturing delays or other inefficiencies, increased recruiting, training or relocation costs, or other difficulties, any of which could have a material adverse effect on Qoros business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Qoros is dependent upon its suppliers.
Qoros sources the component parts necessary for its vehicle models from over 100 suppliers. Many of Qoros suppliers are European-based with manufacturing facilities in China. Qoros maintains minimal inventories of the materials, systems, components and parts needed to conduct its manufacturing operations. Therefore, Qoros is dependent upon the continued ability of its suppliers to deliver such materials, systems, components and parts in sufficient quantities and at such times that will allow Qoros to meet its production schedules. As Qoros, consistent with industry practice, outsources a significant portion of its components and parts from suppliers, it may be affected by any fluctuations in the expertise and manufacturing capabilities of its suppliers. Additionally, as Qoros suppliers may also supply a significant portion of the components and parts of Qoros competitors, such concentration may expose Qoros and its competitors to increased pricing pressure. Qoros may also be unable to procure the component parts necessary for its vehicle models if the established manufacturers with which it competes have the capacity to influence Qoros suppliers. Although Qoros believes it may be able to establish alternate supply relationships and obtain or engineer replacement components in the event a supplier is unable to supply Qoros with a necessary component part at a favorable cost, Qoros may be unable to do so in the short-term, or at all, at prices or costs that it deems favorable. In addition, qualifying alternate suppliers or developing replacements for certain highly customized components of its vehicles may be time consuming and costly or may force Qoros to make additional and unexpected modifications to its vehicle
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models designs or schedules. An unexpected shortage of materials, systems, components or parts, if even for a relatively short period of time, could prevent Qoros from manufacturing its vehicles, cause Qoros to alter its production designs, or prevent Qoros from timely supplying its dealers with the aftersales parts necessary for the servicing of Qoros vehicles. Such occurrences could adversely impact Qoros relationships with its dealers or customers and thereby affect Qoros business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Increases in the prices of raw materials that are included within the component parts Qoros purchases from its suppliers, may increase Qoros costs and could reduce Qoros profitability if Qoros cannot recoup the increased costs through increased vehicle prices. Qoros may not be able to maintain favorable arrangements and relationships with its suppliers and, in particular, may not be able to secure or maintain, as applicable, contractual conditions comparable with those of Qoros main competitors.
Magna Steyr Fahrzeugtechnik AG & Co., KG, or Magna Steyr, a company engaged in automobile design and engineering, has been engaged to develop Qoros platform and is an important provider of engineering services for Qoros various C-segment models. In the event that Magna is unable to supply Qoros with its engineering services and support, Qoros will need to establish alternative arrangements and may be unable to do so in the short-term, or at all, or on terms that are favorable to it.
Qoros manufacturing plant is still in a ramp up phase.
As Qoros continues to ramp up its production, there is a risk Qoros will not be able to meet planned production volumes as required to successfully satisfy the market demand for the C-segment models it plans to launch. Qoros may face delays and cost overruns which may occur as a result of factors beyond its control such as disputes with suppliers or vendors. Any such delays in Qoros production could result in additional operating costs, adverse publicity, or diminished relationships with Qoros customers or dealers which could have a material adverse effect on Qoros business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Qoros may experience delays and/or cost overruns with respect to the design, manufacture, launch and financing of new or enhanced models.
Historically, automobile customers have come to expect new or enhanced vehicle models to be introduced frequently, and Qoros current business development plan contemplates the introduction of new vehicle models, as well as enhanced versions of existing vehicle models, over the short- and long-term. Additionally, as technologies continue to evolve, Qoros will be expected to continually upgrade and adapt its vehicle models so that new vehicle models introduced into the market will continually provide consumers with the latest automobile technology. Qoros introduction of both new and enhanced vehicle models will require significant investments. Further, there can be no assurance that Qoros will be able to design future vehicle models that will maintain the high quality standards required for Qoros branding image, meet the expectations of its customers, and become commercially viable. Automobile manufacturers often experience delays and cost overruns in the design, manufacture and commercial release of new and enhanced vehicle models and any delay in the financing, design, manufacture or launch of Qoros new or enhanced models could materially damage Qoros brand, the development of its business and its financial position.
Currency fluctuations may increase Qoros production costs or revenues.
Given the significant amount of services and components that Qoros sources from China, a strengthening of the Yuan vis-à-vis the Euro may result in a relative increase in Qoros production costs (as compared to its competitors which may source services and components primarily from Europe) and a decrease in the attractiveness of Qoros maintaining a production facility in China. To the extent that Qoros enters European markets in the future, a strengthening of the Yuan vis-à-vis the Euro may reduce Qoros competitiveness and may also result in a decrease in the revenues Qoros would expect to generate from its European exports. If fluctuations in currency rates prevent Qoros from aligning its revenues with its operating costs, such fluctuations could have a material adverse effect on Qoros business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity, or require Qoros to readjust its sourcing or manufacturing strategies (e.g. employ incremental sourcing from and/or manufacturing in Europe) or enter into hedging agreements designed to minimize the effects of currency fluctuations.
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The economic and reputational costs associated with vehicle recalls could have a material adverse effect on Qoros.
From time to time, Qoros may recall certain of its vehicle models to address material performance, compliance or safety-related issues. The direct economic costs Qoros may incur in connection with any such recalls may include the costs associated with the particular parts development and replacement and the labor costs associated with the removal and replacement of the defective part. Vehicle recalls, notwithstanding the size or scope, can also harm Qoros reputation and can cause Qoros to lose customers, stop growing, or experience a reduction in market share. This is particularly true as Qoros has only recently commenced commercial sales and has yet to deploy its full-scale commercial model and, as a result, any such recalls may cause consumers to question the safety or reliability of Qoros vehicle models. Any direct economic costs incurred or lost sales caused by future vehicle recalls, a failure by Qoros to issue a vehicle recall when appropriate, or Qoros failure to issue a vehicle recall on a timely basis, could have a material adverse effect on Qoros reputation, business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Qoros separate financial statements for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, which are included in this registration statement, have been audited by auditors who are not inspected by the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board, or PCAOB, and, as such, you are deprived of the benefits of such inspection.
As an auditor of companies that are publicly traded in the United States, and a firm registered with the PCAOB, KPMG Huazhen (Special General Partnership) is required to undergo regular PCAOB inspections. However, because Qoros has substantial operations within China, a jurisdiction in which the PCAOB is currently unable to conduct inspections without the approval of the Chinese government authorities, KPMG Huazhen (Special General Partnership), and any of its audit work with respect to Qoros, has not been inspected by the PCAOB.
Inspections of other auditors conducted by the PCAOB outside of China have, at times, identified deficiencies in those auditors audit procedures and quality control procedures, which may be addressed as part of the PCAOBs inspection process to improve future audit quality. The lack of PCAOB inspections of audit work undertaken in China prevents the PCAOB from regularly evaluating KPMG Huazhen (Special General Partnership) audits and quality control procedures, with respect to Qoros. As a result, our shareholders may be deprived of the benefits of PCAOB inspections, and may lose confidence in Qoros separate financial statements and the procedures and the quality underlying such financial statements.
Proceedings instituted by the SEC against five China-based accounting firms, including the affiliate of KPMG, our independent registered public accounting firm, could result in Qoros financial statements being determined to not be in compliance with the requirements of the Exchange Act.
In late 2012, the SEC commenced administrative proceedings under Rule 102(e) of its Rules of Practice and also under the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 against the mainland Chinese affiliates of the big four accounting firms, including the affiliate of our auditor, KPMG Huazhen (Special General Partnership). The Rule 102(e) proceedings initiated by the SEC relate to the failure of these firms to produce documents, including audit work papers, in response to the request of the SEC pursuant to Section 106 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, as the auditors located in China contend that they are not in a position to lawfully produce such documents directly to the SEC as a result of certain restrictions under Chinese law and specific directives issued by the China Securities Regulatory Commission, or the CSRC. The issues raised by the proceedings are not specific to KPMG Huazhen (Special General Partnership), or to us, but may potentially affect all PCAOB-registered audit firms based in China and all businesses based in China (or with substantial operations in China) with securities listed in the United States or held by other businesses with securities listed in the United States, as is the case for Qoros. In addition, auditors based outside of China are subject to similar restrictions under Chinese law and CSRC directives in respect of audit work that is carried out in China which supports the audit opinions issued on financial statements of entities with substantial China operations, such as Qoros.
In January 2014, the administrative judge reached an initial decision that the China-based affiliates of the big four accounting firms should be barred from practicing before the SEC for a period of six months. However, it is currently not possible to determine the ultimate outcome of this matter, as the accounting firms have filed a petition for review of the initial decision and have recently requested a 90-day extension for the filing of legal briefs in connection with the appeal. As set forth in the extension request, the U.S. securities regulators and the Chinese affiliates of the relevant accounting firms have been discussing a potential settlement of their dispute over access to the firms audit documents about their Chinese clients. The requested extension has been granted and the accounting firms and the U.S. securities regulators have until December to file their
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appeal briefs and continue their settlement efforts. Pending such review, the implementation of the initial decision has been delayed. The commissioners of the SEC will therefore make a legally binding order specifying the sanctions, if any, to be placed on these audit firms.
Should any sanctions be placed on these accounting firms, the accounting firms can further appeal the decision of the commissioners of the SEC to the U.S. Federal courts, in which case the effect of the order may be further delayed pending the outcome of such appeal. If KPMG Huazhen (Special General Partnership) were denied, temporarily, the ability to practice before the SEC, KPMG Huazhen (Special General Partnership) would need to consider alternate support arrangements to complete a PCAOB-compliant audit of Qoros operations in mainland China. If KPMG Huazhen (Special General Partnership) is unable to source alternate support arrangements, or was otherwise unable to address issues related to the production of documents pursuant to Section 106 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, and Qoros was unable to timely find another independent registered public accounting firm to audit and issue a PCAOB-compliant opinion on its financial statements, Qoros financial statements could be determined to not be in compliance with the requirements of the Exchange Act and such a determination may ultimately affect the continued listing of our ordinary shares on the or our registration with the SEC, or both. Moreover, any negative news about the proceedings against these audit firms may adversely affect investor confidence in companies with substantial mainland China based operations listed in the U.S, such as Qoros, which could have a material adverse effect on the price of our ordinary shares and substantially reduce or effectively terminate the trading of our ordinary shares in the United States.
Risks Related to ZIM
ZIMs current business development plan may not be effective in returning ZIM to profitability.
ZIM incurred net losses of $530 million and $428 million in 2013 and 2012, respectively. ZIMs current business development plan, adopted in light of the ongoing global economic crisis that began in 2008 and ZIMs restructuring plans, seeks to increase ZIMs cash flows and profitability by aligning ZIMs expected operating and financing expenses with its profitability. However, this business development plan depends on key assumptions related to future fuel prices, freight rates and global container shipping capacity and, if actual prices, rates or capacity differ from these assumptions, such discrepancies could materially and adversely impact its operations and profitability. In 2010, ZIM launched various initiatives to support its operational transformation. The implementation of ZIMs business development and financial restructuring plans, however, may place significant strain on ZIMs management systems, customer relationships, infrastructure, financial controls and procedures, employee relations, or other resources. ZIMs operational and financial restructuring plans may also be subject to difficulties, delays or unexpected costs, and ZIMs ability to effectively implement its current business development plan requires the execution of effective planning and management processes, and such execution may be influenced by factors outside of ZIMs control.
For example, ZIM has identified the Trans-Pacific Zone, which routes through the Panama Canal, as a key trade zone of operation and, to that end, is seeking to introduce six 10,000 TEU very large container vessels into its fleet of vessels serving this trade zone. However, ZIM has no agreements in place with respect to such vessels and ZIM may be unable to acquire or charter these vessels on attractive terms, or at all.
Additionally, if the excess supply of container shipping capacity that currently characterizes the container shipping industry continues to exist for an extended period of time, or disproportionately affects the key trade zones in which ZIM expects to focus its operations, ZIMs business or results of operations may suffer. As a result, ZIM may not realize, in full or in part, the anticipated benefits associated with the implementation of its business development plan and ZIM cannot be certain that it will not be required to revise its current business development plan in the future. If ZIM is unable to generate sufficient profitability or positive cash flows from its operations or to adequately reduce its cash outflows used in financing activities as a result of the implementation of its business development and restructuring plans, this could have a material adverse effect on ZIMs business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity, and could require ZIM to seek an additional arrangement to restructure its liabilities or become insolvent.
The container shipping market is dynamic and volatile.
The container shipping market is relatively decentralized, dynamic and volatile by its very nature and has been marked in recent years by relative instability as a result of the recent global economic crisis and the many conditions and factors that can affect the price, supply and demand for container shipping capacity. For example, according to the Shanghai (Export) Containerized Freight Index, the high and low spot market freight rate/FEU was approximately $4,900 and approximately $2,600 per FEU between October 2009 and December 2013, respectively, as compared to a spot market freight rate of approximately $3,300 per FEU as of June 2014. Factors affecting spot market freight rates include:
| global and regional trends in GDP; |
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| demand and supply for container shipping capacity; |
| supply of and demand for energy resources, commodities and industrial products; |
| changes in the exploration or production of energy resources, commodities, consumer and industrial products; |
| global imbalances with respect to the locations of regional and global exploration, production and manufacturing facilities; |
| the location of consuming regions for energy resources, commodities, semi-finished and finished consumer and industrial products; |
| the globalization of production and manufacturing; |
| global and regional economic and political conditions, including armed conflicts and terrorist activities, pirate attacks, embargoes and strikes; |
| developments in international trade; |
| changes in seaborne and other transportation patterns; including the distance cargo is transported by sea; |
| environmental and other regulatory developments; |
| currency exchange rates; and |
| weather. |
Rates within the charter market, which ZIM accesses to source a portion of its capacity, and within the spot market, which provided customers for approximately 60% of the capacity of ZIMs vessels in 2013, may also fluctuate significantly based upon these changes. Additionally, responses to changes in market conditions may also be slower as a result of the time it takes to build new vessels and adapt to market needs. As shipping companies purchase vessels years in advance to address expected demand, vessels may be (i) delivered during times of decreased demand or (ii) unavailable during times of increased demand. This may lead to a mismatch between the demand for cargo vessels and the cyclical growth in supply and may exacerbate any of the aforementioned factors.
As global trends continue to change, it remains difficult to predict their impact on the container shipping industry or ZIM, in particular. ZIMs inability to adequately respond to any of these market changes, at all or in a timely fashion, could have a material adverse effect on its business, financial conditions, results of operations or liquidity.
Excess supply of global container ship capacity may limit ZIMs ability to operate its vessels profitably.
Container shipping capacity, approximately 17 million twenty foot equivalent units, or TEUs, spread across approximately 5,000 vessels as of January 1, 2014, has increased significantly since the beginning of 2006 and continues to exceed the demand for container capacity. Such excess capacity is projected to further increase in the near future, outpacing any expected increases in the demand for container capacity, as a result of the large global orderbook for newbuilding containers. Many of these orders are for vessels with carrying capacity of 8,400 TEUs and above, which provide increased capacity for each shipping voyage while also delivering cost-savings and efficiencies. Markets may still face oversupply in the coming years and numerous other factors beyond ZIMs control that may also contribute to an increase in container shipping capacity, including deliveries of refurbished or converted vessels, port and canal congestion, the scrapping of older vessels, vessel casualties/accidental losses, and the number of vessels that are out service (e.g., vessels that are laid-up, drydocked, awaiting repairs or are otherwise not available for hire). Excess capacity resulting from any of the aforementioned factors results in reduced spot market and freight rates, which may adversely impact ZIMs revenues, profitability or asset values. It will take time to resolve the supply/demand capacity imbalance that was created as a result of the new vessels delivered during times of low demand. Until such capacity is fully absorbed by the container shipping market and, in particular, the trade zones in which ZIMs operations are focused, the container shipping industry will continue to experience downward pressure on its spot market and freight rates and such prolonged pressure could have a material adverse effect on ZIMs operations, business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
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Cooperative operational agreements within the container shipping industry may adversely impact ZIMs profitability.
The container shipping industry has seen a trend towards strategic alliances of, and partnership with, container shippers, which can result in more efficient, and accordingly more profitable, operations for shipping companies participating in such arrangements. For example, A.P. Moller-Maersk Group and Mediterranean Shipping Company the worlds two largest container liner companies, announced a 10-year vessel sharing agreement that will operate in the east-west trades and will include 185 vessels, representing an estimated capacity of 2.1 million TEUs. This arrangement is subject to regulatory approval by the appropriate bodies and, if approved, is expected to become effective in January 2015. The concentration of shipping capacity resulting from the vessel sharing agreement is expected to provide A.P. Moller-Maersk Group and Mediterranean Shipping Company with increased capacity and access to a significant portion of the global capacity supply, while also helping each liner company realize significant cost savings.
ZIM is not a member of any alliances, including the two large, global alliances (G6 and CKYHE), and will not be a member in the vessel sharing agreement between A.P. Moller-Maersk Group and Mediterranean Shipping Company described above. As a result, ZIM does not benefit from the efficiencies of participation in such arrangements, and many of ZIMs competitors who do participate in such arrangement are able to achieve significant efficiencies as a result. ZIM is party to cooperative operational agreements with other carriers in each of the trade zones in which it operates, and ZIM may seek to increase its participation in those cooperation agreements or similar arrangements with other shipping companies or local operators, partners or agents. However, participation in alliances and increased participation in cooperative operational agreements with other shipping companies may be limited, in part, by ZIMs status as an Israeli incorporated and registered company, which has effectively limited ZIMs ability to call on certain ports, and as a result ZIM is not a party to any alliances at this time. If ZIM is not successful in expanding its cooperative or partnership arrangements with partners, such an occurrence could adversely affect ZIMs business operations. For further information on the risks related to ZIMs status as an Israeli corporation, see ZIM faces risks as a result of its status as an Israeli corporation.
Declines in freight rates or other market conditions could negatively affect ZIMs business, financial condition, or results of operations and could thereby result in ZIMs incurrence of impairment charges.
ZIM examines whether there have been any events or changes in circumstances which would indicate an impairment at each reporting period. Additionally, when there are indications of an impairment, an examination is made as to whether the carrying amount of the non-monetary assets or cash generating units, or CGUs, exceeds the recoverable amount and, if necessary, an impairment loss is recognized. The projection of future cash flows related to ZIMs CGU, which is one CGU, is complex and requires ZIM to make various estimates including future freight or charter rates, earnings from the vessels and discount rates, all of which have been volatile historically.
ZIM concluded that the recoverable amount of its CGU was higher than the carrying amount of its CGU and, as a result, did not recognize an impairment for its CGU in its financial statements for each of the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011. ZIM cannot assure that there will be no impairments in future years. Impairment charges, if any, could negatively affect ZIMs results of operations.
Labor disruptions could have an adverse effect on ZIMs business.
ZIM has recently experienced disruptions of its regular activities, with labor strikes occurring in April 2014 and May 2014 and the consequent closing of ZIMs headquarters in May 2014. These incidents are mainly due to dissent on the part of ZIMs employees with respect to ZIMs operational and financial restructuring plans. In response with such occurrences, ZIM has engaged in discussions with the Marine Officers Union. To date, ZIM has not yet reached an agreement with either the Marine Officers Union or with the Employees Union with respect to their concerns. Such instances or disturbances could be repeated in the future. Negotiations with the Marine Officers or Employee Unions could also result in increases in ZIMs aggregate cost of labor. Further, a disruptions in ZIMs regular activities due to labor stoppages or strikes may result in delays, a lockout at ZIMs headquarters in Israel, vessel calls, as well as damage to cargo, vessels equipment, etc. In addition, such disruptions could materially and adversely affect ZIMs reputation. If not resolved in a timely and cost-effective manner, any such actions and labor conflicts could have a material adverse effect on ZIMs business and reputation. In addition, ZIMs activity is characterized by dependence on the operation of the ports on which its vessels call. Accordingly, labor disruptions in the various ports in which ZIM operates around the globe may have a significant adverse impact on the results of the activity of ZIM.
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Israel holds a Special State Share in ZIM, which imposes certain restrictions on ZIMs operations.
The State of Israel holds a Special State Share in ZIM, which imposes certain limitations on the activities of ZIM that may negatively affect ZIMs business and results of its operations. For example, ZIMs vessels, including those vessels that do not sail under the Israeli flag, may be subject to control by the authorities of the State of Israel in order to protect the security of or bring essential supplies and services to the State of Israel. In addition, Israeli legislation allows the State of Israel to use ZIMs vessels in times of emergency. These rights may negatively affect ZIMs business and results of operations. Additionally, the Special State Share also imposes transferability restrictions on our equity interest in ZIM, and such restrictions may prevent us from transferring any, or all, of our equity interest in ZIM to a third party. For further information on the Special State Share, see Item 4B. Business OverviewOur Businesses and Associated CompaniesZIMZIMs Special State Share.
ZIM faces risks as a result of its status as an Israeli corporation.
ZIM is incorporated and based in Israel. Therefore, the existing security, economic and geopolitical conditions in Israel and the Middle East could affect ZIMs existing relationships with certain foreign corporations, as well as affect the willingness of potential partners to enter into business alliances with it. Numerous countries, corporations and organizations limit their business activities in Israel and their business ties with Israeli-based companies. ZIMs status as an Israeli company has effectively limited ZIMs ability to call on certain ports and has therefore impacted ZIMs ability to enter into alliances or cooperative operational agreements with certain shipping companies, thereby having an adverse impact on ZIMs operations or its ability to compete effectively within the trade zones in which it operates. In addition, ZIMs status as an Israeli company has effectively limited ZIMs options to enter alliances that include certain carriers who are not willing to cooperate with Israeli companies. Any future deterioration in the security or geopolitical conditions in Israel and/or the Middle East could adversely impact our business relationships and thereby have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity. Being an Israeli company, ZIM is relatively more exposed to acts of terror, hostile activities by various factors (including damaging computer systems), security limitation that concern Israeli organizations overseas, possible isolation by various organizations and institutions for political reasons and other limitations (such as bans to enter certain ports). All of these may negatively affect the business and the results of its activity. For further information on the risks related to ZIMs operations in Israel, see Risks Related to the Industries in Which Our Businesses and Associated Companies Operate The activities of certain of our businesses may be impacted by the geopolitical, economic and security conditions in Israel and the Middle East. For further information on the risks related to entry into cooperative operational agreements within the shipping industry, see Cooperative operational agreements within the container shipping industry may adversely impact ZIMs profitability.
ZIM charters a substantial portion of its fleet and the cost associated with chartering such vessels is unpredictable.
ZIM charters a substantial portion of its fleet. As of December 31, 2013, of the 89 vessels through which ZIM provides transport services globally (87 container vessels and 2 vessels for shipment of vehicles), 61 vessels are chartered (including 5 vessels under finance leases and excluding 4 jointly owned vessels), representing a percentage of chartered vessels that is higher than the industrys average. This may result in higher operating expenses, in the form of increased charter fees and means that a rise in charter fees, even if minimal, is likely to adversely affect ZIMs results of operation. In addition, in the past ZIM has entered into long-term charter arrangements, some of which are still place and it may be unable to take full advantage of short-term reductions in charter fees. The continued chartering of a vessel also depends upon the availability of such vessel. Should ZIM experience difficulty in finding vessels of the type required by it to service its customers efficiently, or in finding such vessels at charter rates that are favorable to it, this could adversely affect ZIMs business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
The average size of ZIMs vessels is smaller than many of its competitors, and ZIM may face difficulties as it incorporates larger vessels into its fleet.
Container shippers within the shipping industry have been incorporating, and are expected to continue to incorporate, larger, more efficient vessels into their operating fleet. As the cost per unit transported on large and modern vessels is less than the cost per unit for smaller and older vessels, and larger vessels provide increased fuel efficiency and capacity, container shippers are encouraged to deploy such vessels, particularly within the more competitive trade zones. Vessels in excess of 7,500 TEU represent approximately 91% of the current global orderbook, in terms of TEU, and ZIM estimates that, by 2016, approximately 42% of the global fleet, in terms of
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TEU, will consist of vessels in excess of 7,500 TEU. The continued deployment of larger vessels will adversely impact the competitiveness of those shipping companies that do not utilize such vessels in their shipping operations in lieu of older, less fuel-efficient, and smaller capacity vessels. Furthermore, a significant introduction of large vessels, including mega-vessels, into any trade zone will enable the transfer of existing, large vessels to other trade segments in which smaller vessels typically operate. Such fleet cascading may in turn generate similar effects in the other, smaller trade zones in which ZIM operates.
ZIMs vessels are generally smaller than the industry average. Although ZIM intends to reduce its ownership of such smaller vessels over time, as the relevant charters expire, in light of the significant amount of vessels ZIM charters, ZIM will need time to effectively incorporate larger vessels into its fleet. ZIM may not be able to update the vessels within its fleet on attractive terms, or at all. If, for example, ZIM is unable to invest in and/or procure suitably large vessels in a timely fashion (e.g., if ZIM has not set aside funds or is unable to borrow or raise funds for vessel purchases), the utilization of larger vessels in the trade zones in which ZIM operates may undermine ZIMs ability to compete effectively in those respective trade zones, which could have a material adverse effect on ZIMs business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity. ZIMs current business development plan contemplates the incorporation of an additional six very large container vessels into its fleet by 2016. However, ZIM has no agreements in place with respect to such vessels and ZIM may be unable to acquire or charter these vessels on attractive terms, or at all. As ZIM adapts its fleet and incorporates such vessels into its operations (via purchase or charter agreements), ZIM will increase its exposure to the risks associated with overcapacity, which can be greater for larger vessels (e.g., increased capacity risk and downward pressure on utilization rates). Additionally, ZIM does not have agreements in place with respect to the purchase, or charter, of such vessels. If ZIM is unable to alter its fleet composition in light of the increased deployment of larger vessels, or adequately manage its incorporation of additional larger vessels into its fleet, this could adversely affect ZIMs business or results of operations.
ZIMs fleet is relatively old compared to other top 20 carriers and the risks associated with such older vessels could adversely affect ZIMs operations.
ZIMs vessels are older than average among the other top 20 carriers (in terms of TEU capacity). Older vessels are typically less fuel-efficient than more-recently constructed vessels, as a result of their failure to reflect any improvements in engine technology. Additionally, insurance rates also generally increase with the age of a vessel, making older vessels more expensive to operate, reducing ZIMs efficiency and decreasing its profitability. Governmental regulations, safety or other equipment standards related to the age of vessels may require expenditures for alterations, or the addition of new equipment, to such vessels and may restrict the type of activities in which such vessels may engage each of which may further impact ZIMs operations and profitability. As ZIMs vessels age, market conditions may not justify these expenditures or enable ZIM to operate its vessels profitably during the remainder of their useful lives, which could have an adverse impact on ZIMs business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity. ZIM may also incur relatively higher maintenance costs for its existing vessels. The cost of maintaining a vessel generally increases with the age and running hours of the vessel.
The expansion of the Panama Canal may have an adverse effect on ZIMs operations.
The Panama Canal, which plays a key role in the delivery of cargo to the eastern U.S. and the Gulf of Mexico, is expected to be widened in 2016 and, in connection with such widening, very large container vessels are expected to enter, and subsequently dominate, the Trans-Pacific trade zone. The introduction of such vessels as the vessels of choice within this trade zone, which serves as one of ZIMs strategic trade zones, will require shipping liners seeking to remain competitive, including ZIM, to alter their fleet composition and incorporate larger vessels for utilization in their Panama Canal operations. Although ZIMs current business development plan contemplates the incorporation of an additional six very large container vessels into its fleet by 2016, ZIM does not have agreements in place with respect to the purchase, or charter, of such vessels. As a significant portion of ZIMs vessels will become increasingly less efficient to operate upon the completion of the Panama Canals expansion, if ZIM is unable to incorporate such vessels into its fleet, this could adversely impact its business within this key trade zone. This risk is further exacerbated as a result of ZIMs inability to participate in certain alliances and thereby access larger vessels for deployment. ZIM may have to restructure its lines within the Trans-Pacific trade zone to remain competitive and ZIM cannot predict the effectiveness or effect of changes in lines resulting from the expansion of the Panama Canal. Additionally, there have been reports of delays with respect to the expansion of the Panama Canal and any delay in the completion of the Panama Canals expansion, particularly in connection with ZIMs restructuring of its vessel composition in light of the canals expected expansion, could have an adverse effect on ZIMs business or results of operations.
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The market values of ZIMs vessels may decrease, which could limit the amount of funds that ZIM can borrow or trigger certain financial covenants under ZIMs restructured or future credit facilities and ZIM may incur a loss if it sells vessels following declines in market value.
The fair market values of ZIMs vessels have generally experienced high volatility and may increase and decrease depending on a number of factors including, but not limited to, the prevailing level of freight and charter rates, global market conditions affecting the international shipping industry, types, sizes and ages of vessels, supply and demand for vessels, availability of or developments in other modes of transportation, competition from other shipping companies, costs of newbuilding, governmental or other regulations and technological advances. In addition, as vessels grow older, they generally decline in value. Additionally, the carrying values of ZIMs vessels may not represent their fair market value at any point in time because the new market prices of second-hand vessels tend to fluctuate with changes in charter rates and the cost of newbuildings. If the fair market value of ZIMs vessels declines, ZIM may not be in compliance with certain provisions of its existing, or, to the extent restructured, its future, credit facilities and may not be able to refinance its debt, obtain additional financing, make distributions to its shareholders, including Kenon, or receive distributions from its subsidiaries. In the event that the value of ZIMs vessels fall below certain levels, ZIM may be required to prepay certain credit facilities or to provide additional collateral or guarantees in order to maintain compliance with certain covenants. Additionally, if ZIM sells one or more of its vessels at a time when vessel prices have fallen, the sale price may be less than the vessels carrying value on our combined carve-out financial statements, resulting in a loss on sale in our combined carve-out financial statements, which could adversely affect our financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Bunker constitutes a significant portion of ZIMs expenses and a rise in fuel prices may have a material adverse effect on ZIM.
Bunker represents a significant portion of ZIMs expenses, representing 23.1% and 25.5% of ZIMs revenues in 2013 and 2012, respectively. The cost of bunker is subject to the impact of economic and political factors, including ongoing geopolitical conditions, and has been very volatile in recent years. There is no certainty that container shipping companies, including ZIM, will receive full, or even partial, compensation from their customers for any increase in bunker prices they may experience as a result of these, or other unforeseen factors. As a result, a rise in bunker prices could have a material adverse effect on ZIMs business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
ZIM may be unable to attract and retain qualified, skilled employees or crew necessary to operate its business.
ZIMs success depends, in large part, upon ZIMs ability to attract and retain highly skilled and qualified personnel, particularly seamen and coast workers who deal directly with activities related to vessel operation and sailing. In crewing ZIMs vessels, ZIM requires technically skilled employees with specialized training who can perform physically demanding work. Competition to attract and retain such qualified crew members is intense. Difficulties in retaining employees in key positions and dependence on such employees in terms of skills and professionalism may substantially negatively affect the business and the results of the activity of ZIM. For information on the risks related to ZIMs current labor unrest, see, Labor interruptions could disrupt ZIMs business.
ZIM has entered into transactions with related parties.
ZIM has engaged in a number of transactions with related parties and has implemented procedures to ensure that the terms of any of its related party transactions are reasonable, including the implementation of a policy that requires that ZIMs related party transactions be approved by its audit committee, board of directors, and independent broker valuations. Nonetheless, ZIMs related party transactions could be viewed as presenting a conflict of interest and may therefore impair investor confidence. Any alleged appearance of impropriety in connection with ZIMs entry into related party transactions could, as a result, have an adverse effect on ZIMs reputation and business. For information on ZIMs material related party transactions see Item 7B. Related Party Transactions.
ZIM is subject to environmental regulation and a failure to comply with such regulation could have a material adverse effect on ZIMs business.
ZIM is subject to many legal provisions relating to the protection of the environment, including with respect to the emissions of hazardous substances, SOx and NOx gas exhaust emissions, the operation of vessels while at anchor by means of generators, and the use of low-sulfur fuel or shore power voltage and double walls for fuel
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tanks. For example, ZIM is subject to the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships, or MARPOL (including designation of Emission Control Areas thereunder), the International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships Ballast Water & Sediments, the International Convention on Liability and Compensation for Damage in Connection with the Carriage of Hazardous and Noxious Substances by Sea of 1996, the Oil Pollution Act of 1990, or OPA, the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act, the Clean Water Act, and the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act, among others. Compliance with such laws, regulations and standards, where applicable, may require the installation of costly equipment or operational changes and may affect the resale value or useful lives of ZIMs vessels. ZIM may also incur additional costs in order to comply with other existing and future regulatory obligations, and any such costs could have a material adverse effect on ZIMs business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity. If ZIM fails to comply with any of the environmental regulations applicable to it, ZIM could be exposed to high costs in respect of environmental damages, criminal charges, and substantive harm to its operations and goodwill, if and to the extent that environmental damages are caused by its operations. Environmental laws often impose strict liability for remediation of spills and releases of oil and hazardous substances, which could subject ZIM to liability without regard to whether it was negligent or at fault.
Such environmental requirements can also affect the resale value or useful lives of ZIMs vessels, require a reduction in cargo capacity, ship modifications or operational changes or restrictions, lead to decreased availability of or more costly insurance coverage for safety and environmental matters or result in ZIMs denial of access to certain jurisdictional waters or ports, or ZIMs detention in certain ports. Under local, national and foreign laws, as well as international treaties and conventions, ZIM could incur material liabilities, including cleanup obligations, natural resource damages, personal injury and property damage claims in the event there is a release of petroleum or other hazardous materials from ZIMs vessels, or otherwise, in connection with ZIMs operations. Violations of, or liabilities under, safety and environmental requirements can result in substantial penalties, fines and other sanctions, including in certain instances, seizure or detention of ZIMs vessels and events of this nature could have a material adverse effect on ZIMs business, reputation, financial condition, or results of operations.
The shipping industry is subject to extensive government regulation and standards, international treaties and trade prohibitions and sanctions.
The shipping industry is subject to extensive regulation that changes from time to time and that applies in the jurisdictions in which shipping companies are incorporated, the jurisdictions in which vessels are registered (flag states), the jurisdictions governing the ports at which the vessels anchor, as well as regulations by virtue of international treaties and membership in international associations. As a result, ZIM is subject to extensive government regulation and standards, customs inspections and security checks, international treaties and trade prohibitions and sanctions, including laws and regulations in each of the jurisdictions in which it operates, including laws enacted by Israels Knesset, the U.S. Federal Maritime Commission, the International Safety and Management Code, or the ISM Code, and the European Union. Any violation of such regulations, treaties and/or prohibitions could have a material adverse effect on ZIMs business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity and may also result in the revocation or non-renewal of ZIMs time-limited licenses.
While ZIM is also subject to regulations against harming competition established by each of the various countries in which it operates vessels, cooperative operational agreements among shipping companies in the shipping industry are generally exempt from the application of such antitrust laws. Recently, however, there has been a noticeable trend within the international community to limit such exemptions and it is unclear whether such trends may impact the renewal of existing exemptions. As ZIM is party to numerous cooperative operational agreements and views such agreements as competitive advantages in response to the recent global economic crisis, an amendment or a revocation of an exemption that affords shipping companies the ability to enter into cooperative operational agreements and/or cooperative ventures could negatively impact ZIMs business and results of operations.
In November 2013, the European Commission published an announcement regarding its initiation of investigation procedures against certain maritime shippers, including ZIM, due to a suspicion of coordinated activity among them. The European Commission intends to investigate whether the public notices of the maritime shippers with respect to future increases in tariffs, which was published on the internet websites of such shippers in the press, caused or may have caused damage to the industrys competitiveness and to clients of the maritime shipping market to and from Europe. If determined to be guilty, any fines or sanctions levied upon ZIM, could have a material adverse effect on ZIMs business, reputation, financial condition, or results of operations.
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There are numerous risks related to the operation of any sailing vessel and ZIMs inability to successfully respond to such risks could have a material adverse effect on ZIM.
There are numerous risks related to the operation of any sailing vessel, including the dangers associated with potential marine disasters, mechanical failures, collisions, cargo losses or damages, poor weather conditions, the content of the load, exceptional load, meeting deadline, risks of documentation, maintenance and the quality of fuels and piracy/hostile at-sea activity. In recent years, the shipping industry has experienced an increase in the threats of pirates abducting and/or harming sailing vessels and shipping crews. This increase is especially prevalent in the regions near Somalia, the western Indian Ocean and the Gulf of Aden and the occurrence of any of the aforementioned factors, with respect to at-sea operational risks, could have a material adverse effect on ZIMs business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
In the event ZIM lists its shares on a national exchange for trading, changes in the market price of ZIMs stock could have a material adverse effect on the value of our investment in ZIM.
In connection with its financial restructuring plan, ZIM intends to seek a public listing of its shares. Upon ZIMs listing on a national exchange, our ability to liquidate our 32% equity interest in ZIM, without adversely affecting the value of these shares may be limited. If we were to sell, or indicate an intention to sell, substantial amounts of our equity interest in ZIM in the public market, the trading price of ZIMs shares could decline. Additionally, the perception in the market that these sales may occur could also cause the trading price of ZIMs shares to decline. Furthermore, the value of our interest in ZIM may be affected by economic and market conditions that are beyond our control. Globally traded securities have been highly volatile and continued volatility, which may result in significant changes in ZIMs market price, in particular, could also have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity. If ZIM does not complete a listing of its shares, this would affect our ability to sell our equity interest in ZIM, if we decide to do so.
ZIMs operations are highly dependent on its information technology and computer systems, which may be subject to failure or interruption due to technical fault, cyber-attack or other service interruptions.
ZIM conducts a wide range of activity by means of its information technology and computer systems and is therefore highly dependent on these systems. These systems may fail as a result of such events as fire, terror attacks, unauthorized access to server centers and relevant infrastructure. In addition, these systems may be compromised by the unauthorized entry of data or by purposeful terrorist attack. Any failure of these systems would negatively impact ZIMs business and results of its operations.
ZIM extends credit to its clients in the ordinary course of its business and is therefore subject to counter-party and country risk on collection.
ZIM extends credit to its clients in the ordinary course of its business. These clients are located around the world and operate in a variety of industries and businesses. As a result, ZIM is exposed to counter-party and country risk on the collection of this credit, which may fluctuate in line with global economic conditions.
Risks Related to Our Other Businesses and Associated Companies
Risks Related to Our Interest in Tower
Towers results impact our net earnings.
We have a substantial investment in Tower, representing approximately 31.1% of Towers outstanding shares, which we account for under the equity method of accounting. Pursuant to such method, we report our proportionate share of the net earnings or losses of Tower in our statement of income under share in income (loss) from associates which contributes to our earnings (loss) from continuing operations before income taxes. To the extent the cumulative net loss equals the total investment, as was the case for Tower as of year end 2013, the book value of our investment will be reduced to zero. Losses beyond the cumulative investment will not be reflected and the book value will only change with positive net income received in connection with that investment that are higher than the previously accumulated net losses. As a result, Towers earnings in any year may have a material effect on our net earnings and, to the extent Tower has a positive book value, Towers losses in any year may have a material effect on our net earnings. In addition, globally traded securities have been highly volatile and continued volatility, which may result in significant changes in Towers market prices could also have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity. If our net earnings are materially impacted as a result of the aforementioned factors, this could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, or results of operations.
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Tower has a large amount of debt and other liabilities, and its business and financial position may be adversely affected if it will not be able to timely fulfill its debt obligations and other liabilities.
Tower has a large amount of debt and other liabilities, primarily due in 2015 and 2016. The following data is derived from Towers U.S. GAAP financial statements. As of March 31, 2014, Tower had (i) approximately $126 million of outstanding secured bank loans to be repaid in quarterly installments between June 2014 through June 2016, totaling $25 million in 2014, $70 million in 2015 and $31 million in 2016, (ii) approximately $20 million of unsecured outstanding debentures to be repaid between December 2014 and December 2016, and (iii) approximately $231 million of unsecured outstanding debentures, convertible into Towers ordinary shares, 50% of which are payable in December 2015 and the remainder in December 2016, unless earlier converted into our ordinary shares. As of March 31, 2014, Jazz Technologies, Inc., a Tower subsidiary and its wholly-owned subsidiaries, or Jazz, had (i) approximately $19 million of outstanding borrowings under its up to $70 million Wells Fargo credit line due December 2018, (ii) approximately $49 million of outstanding debentures due June 2015; and (iii) approximately $58 million of outstanding debentures, convertible into our ordinary shares, payable in December 2018, unless converted earlier. As of March 31, 2014, TowerJazz Panasonic Semiconductor Co., Ltd., or TPSC, had loans amounting to 8.8 billion Japanese Yen (approximately $86 million) provided by Panasonic Corporation. Carrying such a large amount of debt and other liabilities may have significant negative consequences on Towers business, including:
| requiring the use of a substantial portion of Towers cash flow from operating activities to service its indebtedness rather than investing its cash flows to fund its growth plans, working capital and capital expenditures; |
| increasing Towers vulnerability to adverse economic and industry conditions; |
| limiting Towers ability to obtain additional financing; |
| limiting Towers flexibility in planning for, or reacting to, changes in its business and the industry in which it competes; |
| placing Tower at a competitive disadvantage with respect to less leveraged competitors and competitors that have better access to capital resources; |
| volatility in Towers non-cash financing expenses due to increases in the fair value of its debt obligations, which may increase its net loss or reduce its net profits; |
| enforcement by the banks and other financing entities of their liens against Tower, Jazz or TowerJazz Japan, Ltd.s, or TJP, respective assets, as applicable at the occurrence of an event of default. For example, the consummation of the spin-off may constitute a change of control under certain of Towers debt, and other, instruments and, subject to additional conditions, may result in an event of default. For further information on the risks related to the change of control provisions relating to Towers debt, or other, instruments, see Risks Related to the Spin-Off Some of our businesses or associated companies may deem it necessary to secure consents from creditors, or other parties, in connection with the consummation of the spin-off; and/or |
| limiting our ability to fulfill our debt obligations and our liabilities. |
In order to finance its debt and other liabilities and obligations, in addition to cash on hand and expected cash flow from operating activities, Tower continues to explore measures to obtain funds from additional sources including debt and/or equity restructuring and/ or re-financing, sale of new securities, opportunities for the sale and lease-back of a portion of Towers real estate assets, sale of other assets, intellectual property licensing, as well as additional financing alternatives. However, there is no assurance that Tower will be able to obtain sufficient funding, if at all, from the financing sources detailed above or other sources in a timely manner (or on commercially reasonable terms) in order to allow Tower to cover its ongoing fixed costs, capital expenditure costs and other liabilities and obligations, fully or partially repay its short term and long term debt in a timely manner and fund its growth plans and working capital needs.
Towers operating results fluctuate from quarter to quarter which makes it difficult to predict its future performance.
Towers revenues, expenses and operating results have varied significantly in the past and may fluctuate significantly from quarter to quarter in the future due to a number of factors, many of which are beyond its control. These factors include, among others:
| The cyclical nature of the semiconductor industry and the volatility of the markets served by its customers; |
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| Changes in the economic conditions of geographical regions where its customers and their markets are located; |
| Shifts by integrated device manufacturers and customers between internal and outsourced production; |
| Inventory and supply chain management of Towers customers; |
| The loss of a key customer, postponement of an order from a key customer or the rescheduling or cancellation of large orders; |
| The occurrence of accounts receivable write-offs, failure of a key customer to pay accounts receivable in a timely manner or the financial condition of Towers customers; |
| The rescheduling or cancellation of planned capital expenditures; |
| Towers ability to satisfy its customers demand for quality and timely production; |
| The timing and volume of orders relative to Towers available production capacity; |
| Towers ability to obtain raw materials and equipment on a timely and cost-effective basis; |
| Price erosion in the industry; |
| Environmental events or industrial accidents such as fire or explosions; |
| Towers susceptibility to intellectual property rights disputes; |
| Towers ability to maintain existing partners and to enter into new partnerships and technology and supply alliances on mutually beneficial terms; |
| Interest, price index and currency rate fluctuations that were not hedged; |
| Technological changes and short product life cycles; |
| Timing for the design and qualification of new products; |
| Increase in the fair value of Towers bank loans, certain of its warrants and debentures; and |
| Changes in accounting rules affecting Towers results. |
Furthermore, integrated device manufacturers continue to design and manufacture integrated circuits in their own fabrication facilities. There is a possibility that in certain periods or under certain circumstances such as low demand, they will choose to manufacture their products in their facilities instead of manufacturing products at external foundries. If Towers customers will choose to manufacture internally rather than manufacture at our facilities, Towers business may be negatively impacted.
Due to the factors noted above and other risks discussed in this section, many of which are beyond Towers control, investors should not rely on quarter-to-quarter comparisons to predict Towers future performance. Unfavorable changes in any of the above factors may seriously harm Tower, including its operating results, financial condition and ability to maintain its operations.
As is common in Towers industry, a large portion of its total costs is comprised of fixed costs associated mainly with its manufacturing facilities and Tower has a history of operating losses. Towers business may be adversely affected if it is unable to operate its facilities at high enough utilization rates sufficient to reach revenue levels that would cover its fixed costs, reduce its losses and allow it to be profitable.
As is common in Towers industry, a large portion of its total costs is comprised of fixed costs, associated mainly with its manufacturing facilities, while its variable costs are relatively small. Therefore, during periods when Towers fabrications manufacture at high utilization rates, it is able to cover its costs. However, at times when the utilization rate is low, the reduced revenues may not cover all of the costs since a large portion of them are fixed costs and remain constant, irrespective of the fact that less wafers were manufactured. In addition, depreciation costs in Towers industry are high, which has resulted in its operating at a GAAP loss for the last number of years. If customer demand for Towers products does not increase, it may not be able to operate its facilities consistently at high utilization rates, which may not enable it to fully cover all of its costs, achieve and maintain operating profits or achieve net profits. In addition, Tower may be unable to generate enough cash from operations that would cover its fixed costs, capital expenditures, liabilities and debt payments as well as reduce its losses. We cannot assure that Tower will be profitable on a quarterly or annual basis in the future.
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The semiconductor foundry business is highly competitive; Towers competitors may have competitive advantages over it and its results of operations may be adversely affected if Tower does not successfully compete in the industry.
The semiconductor foundry industry is highly competitive. Tower competes with more than ten independent dedicated foundries, the majority of which are located in Asia-Pacific, including foundries based in Taiwan, China, Korea and Malaysia, and with over 20 integrated semiconductor and end-product manufacturers that allocate a portion of their manufacturing capacity to foundry operations. The foundries with which Tower competes benefit from their close geographic proximity to companies involved in the design and manufacture of integrated circuits.
As Towers competitors continue to expand their manufacturing capacity, there could be an increase in specialty semiconductor capacity. As specialty capacity increases, there may be more competition and pricing pressure on Towers services, which may result in underutilization of its capacity, decrease of its profit margins, reduced earnings or increased losses.
In addition, some semiconductor companies have advanced their CMOS designs to 65 nanometer or smaller geometries. These smaller geometries may provide customers with performance and integration features that may be comparable to, or exceed, features offered by Towers specialty process technologies. The smaller geometries may also be more cost-effective at higher production volumes for certain applications, such as when a large amount of digital content is required in a mixed-signal semiconductor and less analog content is required. Towers specialty processes will therefore compete with these processes and some of its potential and existing customers could elect to design these advanced CMOS processes into their next generation products. Tower is not currently capable, and does not currently plan to become capable, of providing CMOS processes at these smaller geometries. If Towers potential or existing customers choose to design their products using these advanced CMOS processes, its business may be negatively impacted.
In addition, many of Towers competitors may have one or more of the following competitive advantages over it:
| greater manufacturing capacity; |
| geographically diversified and more advanced manufacturing facilities; |
| more advanced technological capabilities; |
| a more diverse and established customer base; |
| greater financial, marketing, distribution and other resources; |
| a better cost structure; and/or |
| better operational performance in cycle time and yields. |
If Tower does not compete effectively, its business and results of operations may be adversely affected.
Tower is subject to risks related to its international operations.
Tower has generated substantial revenue from customers located in Asia-Pacific and in Europe. Because of its international operations, Tower is vulnerable to the following risks:
| Tower prices its products primarily in U.S. dollars; if the Euro, Yen or other currencies weaken relative to the U.S. dollar, its products may be relatively more expensive in these regions, which could result in a decrease in its revenue; |
| the burdens and costs of compliance with foreign government regulation, as well as compliance with a variety of foreign laws; |
| general geopolitical risks such as political and economic instability, international terrorism, potential hostilities and changes in diplomatic and trade relationships; |
| natural disasters affecting the countries in which Tower conducts its business; |
| imposition of regulatory requirements, tariffs, import and export restrictions and other trade barriers and restrictions, including the timing and availability of export licenses and permits; |
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| adverse tax rules and regulations; |
| weak protection of its intellectual property rights; |
| delays in product shipments due to local customs restrictions; |
| laws and business practices favoring local companies; |
| difficulties in collecting accounts receivable; and |
| difficulties and costs of staffing and managing foreign operations. |
In addition, Israel, the United States, Japan and other foreign countries may implement quotas, duties, taxes or other charges or restrictions upon the importation or exportation of Towers products, leading to a reduction in sales and profitability in that country. The geographical distance between Israel, the United States, Japan and the rest of Asia and Europe also creates a number of logistical and communication challenges. We cannot assure you that Tower will be able to sufficiently mitigate the risks related to its international operations.
Changes in the market price of Towers stock could have a material adverse effect on the value of our investment in Tower.
Towers shares are currently trading on each of the NASDAQ and the TASE. Our ability to liquidate this interest without adversely affecting the value of these shares may be limited. If we were to sell, or indicate an intention to sell, substantial amounts of our equity interest in Tower in the public market, the trading price of Towers shares could decline. Additionally, the perception in the market that these sales may occur could also cause the trading price of Towers shares to decline. Furthermore, the value of our interest in Tower may be affected by economic and market conditions that are beyond our control. Globally traded securities have been highly volatile and continued volatility and/or significant changes in Towers market price on either the NASDAQ or the TASE, in particular, could also have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
For further information on the business, legal and regulatory risks related to Tower, see Information Regarding Tower.
Risks Related to our Other Businesses
Neither Primus nor HelioFocus have commenced commercial operation and, as such, each of Primus and HelioFocus relies on equity contributions to finance its operations.
Neither Primus nor HelioFocus have commenced commercial operation and the implementation of their current business development plans requires significant additional capital. Each of Primus and HelioFocus expect the estimated funding required to enable it to develop its commercial operation to be provided by additional shareholder equity contributions or through debt financing. There is no certainty that additional equity financing will be provided either by us, the other shareholders in either Primus or HelioFocus or it, or that new investors or and any third party equity investments in Primus or HelioFocus would dilute our equity interests.
Additionally, if Primus or HelioFocus technology or business model is not viewed as successful by potential financing sources, Primus or HelioFocus may not be able to obtain the financing required for commercial development on attractive terms or at all. A lack or delay in securing such equity financing may delay, or prevent completely, the research and commercial development of either Primus or HelioFocus and may result in a liquidation or dissolution of either Primus or HelioFocus.
Primus and HelioFocus have construction projects in various stages of development and expect to develop additional projects as they commence commercial operation. These projects may not be completed or, if completed, may not perform as expected.
Primus has not yet commenced commercial operation, nor recognized revenues from its operations, and intends to commence the construction of its first commercial plant upon its receipt of sufficient equity financing.
HelioFocus has not yet commenced commercial operation and has two sites, with an aggregate of 12 dishes, under construction. One site is located in Israel, and consists of a product demonstration site for an Israeli customer. The second site is located in Inner Mongolia, an autonomous region of China, and consists of a product demonstration site for a Chinese customer.
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Primus and HelioFocus development and construction efforts, as applicable, will entail the expenditure of significant sums to cover development, construction, engineering, permitting, legal, financial advisory and other costs as they arise in the future. Currently, development-related activities consume a portion of Primus and HelioFocus focus and resources and the commencement of construction (in the case of Primus) as well as continued construction (in the case of HelioFocus) could be adversely impacted by:
| delays in obtaining necessary permits and licenses, including environmental permits; |
| unforeseen engineering, environmental and geological problems; |
| adverse changes in the political and regulatory environment in the applicable country; |
| opposition by political, environmental and other local groups; |
| shortages or increases in the price of equipment, materials or labor; |
| adverse weather conditions, natural disasters, accidents or other unforeseen events; |
| unanticipated cost overruns; |
| relationships with other equity partners; and |
| the inability to obtain financing at affordable rates. |
Any of the aforementioned risks could delay, or prevent completely, Primus or HelioFocus research, development or construction efforts. To the extent additional equity contributions are dependent upon the achievement of material milestones, any such temporary delay could impact Primus or HelioFocus available capital, which may, in turn, result in Primus or HelioFocus inability to operate and subsequent liquidation.
Petrotecs operations are highly dependent upon commodity prices, particularly fatty acid methyl ester, also referred to as FAME 0, and diesel, to maintain profitable spreads.
The price of biodiesel is largely affected by the costs of inputs (in the case of Petrotec, UCO and other types of waste oils and fats) and, to a lesser extent, other operating costs. The diesel to biodiesel spread, which is currently in favor of biodiesel, reflects the relatively low pricing of alternative fuel inputs, in comparison to traditional fuel inputs, which suggests that the demand for biodiesel is regulation driven. Petrotecs results of operations and margins depend substantially upon the prices of various commodities. Both diesel and Fame 0, a certain grade of biodiesel, are highly volatile commodities and their respective price fluctuations are difficult to predict. Decreases in the spread between Fame 0 and diesel might reduce Petrotecs margins in the event such decrease cannot be passed on to its feedstock suppliers. General economic, market, and regulatory factors (including government policies and subsidies) may significantly influence the availability and potential cost of these commodities, particularly Fame 0. Petrotec may experience periods during which the prices of its products decline and the costs of its supplies increase, and fluctuations in its input/output price differential could have a material adverse effect on Petrotecs business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Petrotec may experience difficulties in its production of commercial quantities of biodiesel.
Petrotecs success depends upon its ability to produce commercial quantities of biodiesel in a timely and economic manner. The production of biodiesel from used cooking oil requires multiple integrated steps, including:
| procurement of used cooking oil and other waste oil and fats; |
| processing its feedstock and successfully converting it into UCOME (UCO Methyl Ester a certain type of waste-based diesel); |
| storing produced biodiesel; |
| in some cases, blending its finished biodiesel product to meet specific government specifications and/or customer requirements; and |
| storing and distributing its finished biodiesel. |
There are many technological and logistical challenges associated with each of the processes involved in the procurement of used cooking oil feedstock, and the production, sale and distribution of its biodiesel, and Petrotec may not be able to resolve all difficulties that might arise in a timely or cost effective manner, if at all. If Petrotec fails to manufacture its biodiesel economically on a commercial scale, and in commercial volumes, this could have a material adverse effect on Petrotecs business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
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Primus STG+ process may not generate gasoline, diesel or jet fuel that satisfies certain specifications.
The commercialization of Primus technology will require, in the short-term, the production of gasoline that satisfies certain specifications and, in the longer-term, the production of diesel and jet fuel that satisfies certain specifications. If any of Primus alternative fuels, in particular its high-octane gasoline, are unable to satisfy required specifications, Primus will be unable to market and commercialize its proprietary liquid fuels gasification and pyrolysis technology, the STG+ process. Any change in such specifications, could increase Primus expenses by requiring different feedstocks or could delay the commercialization of Primus technology, which could have a material adverse effect on Primus business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Primus STG+ process or HelioFocus dish technology may not become commercially viable.
Demand and industry acceptance for Primus and HelioFocus technologies is subject to a high level of uncertainty. If the alternative fuel or renewable energy markets fail to accept Primus or HelioFocus technologies, if acceptance develops slower than anticipated by either business, or if either technology proves uneconomical, this could have a material adverse effect on Primus or HelioFocus business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Primus and HelioFocus have limited operating histories and should be viewed as early stage companies.
Neither Primus or HelioFocus have commenced commercial operation and each of these businesses should be viewed as early stage companies. The risks and uncertainties associated with the operation of these early stage companies in rapidly evolving clean technology markets, such as, in the case of Primus, the alternative fuels industry and, in the case of HelioFocus, solar thermal industries, include a potential inability to:
| commence significant operations on the current, or any revised, schedule in compliance with the current, or any revised, budget; |
| secure necessary capital; |
| construct planned and future facilities; |
| successfully negotiate with government agencies, vendors, customers, feedstock suppliers or other third parties; |
| effectively manage rapid growth in personnel or operations; |
| successfully manage its existing, or enter into new, strategic relationships and partnerships; |
| recruit and retain key personnel; |
| maintain optimal cost structure as and when the business expands; |
| adequately protect its intellectual property; and |
| develop technology, products or processes that complement existing business strategies or address changing market conditions. |
Primus or HelioFocus inability to adequately address any of these risks could have a material adverse effect on Primus or HelioFocus business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Primus and HelioFocus will incur significant costs, and may encounter substantial delays, in the implementation of their expansion plans.
Primus current business development plan contemplates significant operational expansion by 2021 and the development and operation of multiple facilities in various locations in North America. Primus will require significant financing to complete the construction of a commercial plant.
HelioFocus current business development plan contemplates the construction of twelve additional solar dishes and the development of its commercial platform. HelioFocus will require significant financing to complete the construction of its dishes and commence commercial operation.
There is no guarantee that either Primus or HelioFocus will have access to or be able to raise the capital it requires for its expansion projects on acceptable terms. Additionally, each of Primus and HelioFocus must obtain regulatory approvals and permits in connection with their construction projects. Primus or HelioFocus may not
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satisfy these requirements on a timely basis, if at all, which could have a material adverse effect on Primus or HelioFocus business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity. Furthermore, there can be no assurance that Primus and HelioFocus management will be able to manage such growth without experiencing significant delays or without incurring unexpected costs or liabilities.
Primus operations are highly dependent upon commodity prices, particularly natural gas and gasoline.
Primus results of operations depend substantially on the prices of various commodities, including natural gas, gasoline, crude oil and others. The prices of certain of these commodities are volatile, and this volatility may cause Primus results to fluctuate accordingly if Primus commences commercial operation. As a result, Primus may experience periods during which the prices of its products decline and the costs of its supplies increase.
Primus liquid fuels will compete in markets with refined petroleum products and, because natural gas, or syngas derived from natural gas, will be primarily used as the feedstock in Primus STG+ process, an increase in natural gas prices relative to prices for refined petroleum products, or a decrease in prices for refined petroleum products, could adversely affect Primus. The price and availability of natural gas and refined products may be affected by numerous factors, including the level of consumer product demand, weather conditions, the availability of water for fracking, domestic and foreign government regulation (including regulation of fracking), the actions of the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries, political conditions in oil and natural gas producing countries, the supply of domestic and foreign crude oil and natural gas, the location of Primus commercial plants vis-á-vis natural gas reserves and pipelines, the capacities of such pipelines, fluctuations in seasonal demand, governmental regulations, the price and availability of alternative fuels and overall economic conditions. Primus cannot predict the future markets and prices for natural gas or refined products and a relative increase in the price of natural gas could have a material adverse effect on its business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Changes in the market price of Petrotecs stock could have a material adverse effect on the value of our investment in Petrotec.
Petrotecs shares are currently trading on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange. Our ability to liquidate this interest without adversely affecting the value of these shares may be limited. If we were to sell, or indicate an intention to sell, substantial amounts of our equity interest in Petrotec in the public market, the trading price of Petrotecs shares could decline. Additionally, the perception in the market that these sales may occur could also cause the trading price of Petrotecs shares to decline. Furthermore, the value of our interest in Petrotec may be affected by economic and market conditions that are beyond our control. Globally traded securities have been highly volatile and continued volatility and/or significant changes in Petrotecs market price on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange, in particular, could also have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
The decrease in the cost of fuel or electricity generated by traditional sources may cause the demand for the services provided by our renewable energy businesses to decline.
Decreases in the costs associated with traditional sources of fuel or electricity, such as prices for commodities like crude oil, coal, fuel oil and natural gas, will reduce the demand for the renewable energy solutions provided by Primus, Petrotec and HelioFocus, such as the production of fuels and energy from renewable energy sources and the development of solar energy technologies, respectively. The discovery of large new deposits of traditional fuels and technological progress in traditional forms of electricity generation could, in turn, reduce the cost of fuel or electricity produced from those sources and, as a consequence, reduce the demand for Primus, Petrotecs and/or HelioFocus products. Any such reduction could, in turn, have a material adverse effect on Primus, Petrotecs and/or HelioFocus business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
The energy industry, including the biofuels and renewable energy segments in which our renewable energy businesses operate, is highly regulated by numerous governmental authorities.
The laws and regulations affecting the operations of our renewable energy businesses are complex, dynamic and subject to new interpretations or changes. Regulations affect almost every aspect of these businesses, have broad application and, to a certain extent, limit managements ability to independently make and implement decisions regarding numerous operational matters, including the:
| construction, acquisition or disposition of operating assets; |
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| operation and maintenance of generation, or transmission facilities; |
| rates charged to customers; |
| establishment of capital structures and the issuance of debt or equity securities; and |
| payment of dividends or similar distributions. |
A failure to comply with such regulations may have a significant adverse impact on the financial results of Primus, Petrotec and/or HelioFocus.
Additionally, reinterpretations of existing regulations or new regulations relating to the reduction of anti-competitive conduct, air and water quality, the intake of water through industrial wells, carbon dioxide emissions, noise avoidance, fuel and other storage facilities, volatile materials, renewable portfolio standards, emissions performance standards, climate change, hazardous and solid waste transportation and disposal, or other environmental matters related to permitting may also have a significant adverse impact on the financial results of Primus, Petrotec or HelioFocus. Such regulatory changes may include:
| changes regarding or terminations of key permits or operating licenses; |
| changes in rules governing electricity supply and purchase contracts; |
| changes in subsidies and/or incentives provided by the applicable governments; |
| changes in rules governing dispatch order; |
| changes in the regulation of energy transmission, fuel supply or fuel transportation; and |
| changes in applicable tax laws. |
Increased regulation may also result in an increase in capital expenditures and investments in an attempt to maintain compliance. Such an increase could have a material adverse effect on either Primus, Petrotecs or HelioFocus business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Changes in government regulations, including mandates, tax credits, subsidies and other incentives, could have a material adverse effect upon Primus, Petrotecs, or HelioFocus business and results of operations.
The market for renewable fuels is heavily influenced by foreign, federal, state and local government subsidies and economic incentives. As a result, changes to existing, or the adoption of new foreign, federal, state and local legislative and regulatory initiatives that impact the production, distribution or sale of renewable fuels may harm Primus, Petrotecs or HelioFocus business. For example, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, or the EPAs, Administrator may waive certain alternative/renewable fuel standards/incentives to avert economic harm or to respond to inadequate supply (e.g., where the projected supply for a given year falls below a minimum threshold for that year). Any reduction in, or waiver of, requirements for fuel alternatives and additives to gasoline may cause demand for alternative fuels to grow more slowly or decline or may adversely impact Primus ability to meet such demands.
Similarly, government incentives and economic initiatives in Europe may also adversely impact the demand for Petrotecs biofuel products. Some EU member states have introduced preference schemes and certain of these schemes directly promote the use of biodiesel with low CO2 emissions. Germany, for example, recently changed its requirements relating to double counting eligibility which increased Petrotecs compliance requirements with respect to its ability to deliver biodiesel that provided its customers with double counting benefits. German biodiesel producers, used cooking oil suppliers, and every restaurant, collector, aggregator, or trader supplying UCOs for biodiesel production in the German market must comply with Germanys new eligibility regime, which mandates that collection systems need to be certified from the restaurant level through the production plants and eventually through traders selling UCOs. Additionally, all further parts of the collection train should also require certification and operate in a way that makes it possible to audit and trace back the origins of the feedstock. Considering the complex feeder and supplier network supplying the production of UCOs, such regulations represent a new and significant challenge for Petrotec and its competitors at large. Petrotecs inability to comply, or the inability of any of Petrotecs UCO suppliers to comply, with this newly enacted regulation could have an adverse impact on Petrotecs business. Additionally, a termination or reduction of, or additional changes to, Germanys, or other member states in the European Unions renewable energy incentives or economic initiatives could also have a material adverse effect on Petrotecs business results of operations, liquidity, or the demand for Petrotecs products.
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Certain governments have also established targets with respect to the percentage of power generation that should be sourced from renewable energy providers, like HelioFocus. Any reduction in, or waiver of, such targets could cause demand for HelioFocus products, or renewable energy power generations in general, to grow more slowly or decline, which could have a material adverse effect on HelioFocus business or results of operations.
Primus and HelioFocus success depends, in part, upon its ability to protect its intellectual property.
Primus has independently developed, patented and owns numerous processes related to liquid fuels synthesis, gasoline composition, incremental improvements and customizations, and biomass gasification. HelioFocus has 16 patent families, including 3 issued patents, 1 allowed patent application and 49 pending patent applications. In addition, HelioFocus has 2 registered trademarks. Each of Primus and HelioFocus believe that such technologies provide it with a competitive advantage and the platform with which to market its services. If either Primus or HelioFocus fails to protect its intellectual property rights adequately, its competitors might gain access to its technology, and its competitive advantage, brand or business may be adversely affected.
Primus relies on trade secret and patent laws, confidentiality procedures and contractual provisions to protect its proprietary methods and processes. Primus currently holds several patents and has pending patent applications in the U.S. Valid patents may not be issued from Primus pending applications, and the claims allowed on any issued patents may not be sufficiently broad to protect Primus STG+ process. Any patents currently held by Primus or that may be issued to Primus in the future may be challenged, invalidated or circumvented, and any rights granted under these patents may not actually provide Primus with adequate defensive protection or competitive advantages. Additionally, the process of applying for patent protection is expensive and time-consuming, and Primus may not be able to complete all necessary or desirable patent applications at a reasonable cost or in a timely manner.
Similarly, HelioFocus relies on trade secret and patent laws, confidentiality procedures and contractual provisions to protect its proprietary methods and processes. HelioFocus also currently holds several patents and has pending patent applications in the U.S. Valid patents may not be issued from HelioFocus pending applications, and the claims allowed on any issued patents may not be sufficiently broad to protect HelioFocus technology. Any patents currently held by HelioFocus or that may be issued to HelioFocus in the future may be challenged, invalidated or circumvented, and any rights granted under these patents may not actually provide HelioFocus with adequate defensive protection or competitive advantages. Additionally, the process of applying for patent protection is expensive and time-consuming, and HelioFocus may not be able to complete all necessary or desirable patent applications at a reasonable cost or in a timely manner.
Policing unauthorized use of technology may prove difficult for either Primus or HelioFocus as the laws of some foreign countries may not be as protective of intellectual property rights as those of the United States, and mechanisms for the enforcement of Primus and HelioFocus proprietary rights in such countries may be inadequate. From time to time, Primus or HelioFocus may need to initiate legal action to enforce its intellectual property rights, to protect its trade secrets, to determine the validity and scope of the proprietary rights of others, or to defend itself against claims of infringement. Such litigation could result in substantial costs and the diversion of limited resources and could negatively affect Primus or HelioFocus business, reputation or brand. If Primus or HelioFocus is unable to protect its proprietary rights, it may lose its expected competitive advantage which could have a material adverse effect on its business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Risks Related to the Spin-Off
We are a newly-incorporated company with no separate operating history and the historical financial information included herein does not reflect the financial condition or operating results we would have achieved as an independent public company during the periods presented and, as a result, may not be a reliable indicator of our future financial performance.
We were incorporated in March 2014 and have only recently commenced our activities. Our lack of operating history will make it difficult to assess our ability to operate profitably and to make dividends or other distributions to shareholders. Although our businesses have been under the control of IC prior to our formation, their combined results have not previously been reported on a standalone basis and the combined carve-out financial statements included in this registration statement may therefore not be indicative of our future financial condition or operating results. Furthermore, the historical combined financial information may not fully reflect the increased costs associated with operating as an independent public company or the effects of our financial
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strategy, which is distinct from the strategy employed by IC. We urge you to carefully consider the basis on which the combined carve-out financial information included herein was prepared and presented as such results may not be a reliable indicator of our future performance, or the performance of any of our businesses.
Upon the consummation of the spin-off, our capital structure and sources of liquidity will change significantly from our historical capital structure.
Upon effectiveness of the spin-off, we will have approximately $ million of cash on hand, and other than with respect to the loan we expect to receive from IC we do not currently intend to enter into any credit facilities or other financing arrangements. Consequently, as an independent, publicly-traded company, our ability to fund our capital needs will depend upon distributions from our businesses, and/or divestitures of such companies, which, in turn, is subject to general economic, financial, competitive, regulatory and other factors that are beyond our control.
Some of our businesses or associated companies may deem it necessary to secure waivers from creditors, or other parties, in connection with the consummation of the spin-off.
The consummation of this spin-off could result in a change of control under the instruments governing debt facilities, or other instruments, of some our businesses or associated companies. As a result, and to avoid any change of control or event of default implications, some of our businesses or associated companies are seeking waivers from their creditors. Any such event of default triggered by the consummation of the spin-off could entitle the creditors of any such debt to demand immediate repayment of the outstanding debt owed to them, as well as the payment of pre-payment penalties and fees. Furthermore, the acceleration of an obligation under a particular debt instrument may permit the holders of other material debt to accelerate their obligations pursuant to cross default provisions, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and liquidity.
Some of our businesses, and some of their portfolio or associated companies, are highly leveraged and are party to several credit facilities, indentures and/or other instruments. We have identified certain debt facilities, and other instruments, within this group for which we will request waivers, and IC, our businesses and associated companies, as applicable, are seeking to secure such waivers prior to the consummation of the spin-off, including, for example, Towers credit facility with Bank Leumi and Bank Hapoalim, under which there was approximately $131 million outstanding as of December 31, 2013, and certain credit facilities of certain IC Power subsidiaries, including CDA and OPC. Although our business and associated companies, as applicable, are in discussions with all relevant creditors and other entities, there is no assurance that such discussions will result in the receipt of a waiver from all, or any, of the relevant creditors or other entities.
The spinoff will result in a change of control under Inkias $450 million principal amount of notes due 2021, which could in the event of a ratings downgrade result in a requirement for Inkia to make an offer to repurchase the bonds at 101% of the principal amount plus accrued interest.
Under the indenture governing Inkias $450 million principal amount of senior notes due 2021, upon a change of control as defined in the indenture, which results in a ratings downgrade of one notch or more by any of Standard & Poors, Fitch or Moodys at any time within 90 days (such time to be extended while the rating is under negative watch) following notice of such change of control (or notice of intention to effect a change of control, if earlier), Inkia is required to offer to repurchase all of the outstanding notes at 101% of the principal amount plus accrued interest. A change of control includes the event that IC ceases to be the beneficial owner of at least a majority of the voting power of Inkia. As a result of the spinoff, IC will not be the beneficial owner of any of the voting power of Inkia resulting in a change of control as defined under the Indenture. Accordingly, if there is a ratings downgrade within 90 days following the announcement by Inkia of such change of control (as such period may be extended while any rating agency has Inkia under negative watch) and such ratings downgrade is in connection with such change of control, then Inkia will be required to make an offer to repurchase all of Inkias $450 million principal amount outstanding notes, for a total purchase price of 101% of the principal amount plus accrued interest, plus accrued interest. Bondholders are not required to accept the change of control offer, but would have the option to accept the offer, and may be likely to do so if Inkias notes are trading at prices below 101% at the time of the change of control offer. In the event that Inkia becomes obligated to make a change of control offer, Inkia does not have sufficient cash resources to fund such a repurchase to the extent that all are a meaningful portion of bondholders tender their notes for repurchase in the offer. In this case, Inkia may need to refinance some or all of the notes with new debt, which could be on terms less favorable for Inkia than under the existing notes. If Inkia were not able to raise such debt, and if IC Power or
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Kenon do not, or are not able or willing to, provide sufficient financing, Inkia could default under the indenture, which could result in Inkias bonds being declared due and payable, and which could ultimately result in the insolvency of Inkia.
The spin-off may expose us, or our businesses, to significant tax liabilities.
Certain of the countries in which our businesses are incorporated may deem the spin-off an inadvertent or indirect sale of assets. Such an occurrence would expose us to capital gains taxes in the relevant countries and could also expose our businesses to additional tax liabilities. Such taxes may be significant and we, or our businesses, may not have sufficient capital on hand, or access to sufficient capital, to address these liabilities in a timely manner. In addition, we could lose certain tax attributes, or the ability to utilize such attributes may be limited, upon the consummation of the spin-off if the spin-off is viewed as a change of control under the laws of certain of the jurisdictions. The imposition of any such taxes, the occurrence of any such limitations, or the loss of any such attributes, could have a material adverse effect on the business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity of Kenon or our businesses.
The potential indemnification of liabilities to IC pursuant to the Separation and Distribution Agreement may require us to divert cash to IC to satisfy our indemnification obligations.
The Separation and Distribution Agreement (as defined below) will provide for, among other things, indemnification obligations designed to make us financially responsible for substantially all liabilities that may exist relating to our business activities, whether incurred prior to or after the spin-off, as well as those obligations of IC assumed by us pursuant to the Separation and Distribution Agreement. If we are required to indemnify IC under the circumstances to be set forth in the Separation and Distribution Agreement, we may be subject to substantial liabilities, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
There can be no assurance that ICs indemnification of certain of our liabilities will be sufficient to insure us against the full amount of those liabilities, or that ICs ability to satisfy its indemnification obligation will not be impaired in the future.
Pursuant to the Separation and Distribution Agreement, IC will also agree to indemnify us for certain liabilities. However, third parties could seek to hold us responsible for any of the liabilities that IC has agreed to retain, and there can be no assurance that the indemnity from IC will be sufficient to protect us against the full amount, or any, of such liabilities, or that IC will be able to satisfy its indemnification obligations. Moreover, even if we ultimately succeed in recovering from IC any amounts for which we are held liable, we may be temporarily required to bear these losses ourselves. Upon the consummation of this spin-off, ICs insurers may deny coverage to us for liabilities associated with occurrences prior to the spin-off. Even if we ultimately succeed in recovering from such insurance providers, we may be required to temporarily bear such loss of coverage. If IC is unable to satisfy its indemnification obligations or if insurers deny coverage, the underlying liabilities could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Our arrangements with IC have effectively been determined by IC in the context of this spin-off and may contain terms that are less favorable than those which otherwise might have been obtained from unrelated parties.
The terms of our arrangements with IC have effectively been determined by IC in the context of this spin-off, prior to our separation from IC. These terms, including terms relating to the allocation of assets, liabilities, rights, indemnifications and other obligations among IC and us, may be less favorable than those which otherwise might have resulted if the negotiations had involved unrelated parties. The transfer agreements under which our assets and businesses will be transferred from IC prior to the consummation of the spin-off do not contain representations and warranties or indemnities relating to the underlying assets and businesses.
Our accounting and other management systems and resources may not be adequate to meet the financial reporting and other requirements to which we will be subject.
With the exception of Qoros, HelioFocus, and Tower, which were accounted for as equity investments in IC, the financial results of each of our businesses were previously consolidated within the consolidated results of IC, and we believe that the businesses reporting and control systems were appropriate for those of businesses of an Israeli public company. However, with the exception of Tower, our businesses have not previously been subject to the reporting and other requirements of the Exchange Act. Upon the consummation of the spin-off, we will be directly subject to reporting and other obligations under the Exchange Act. Beginning with our annual
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report on Form 20-F for the year ending December 31, 2015, we will be required to comply with Section 404 of the Sarbanes Oxley Act of 2002, or Section 404, which will require annual management assessments of the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting and a report by our independent registered public accounting firm. These reporting and other obligations will place significant demands on our management and administrative and operational resources, including accounting resources. To comply with these requirements, we may need to upgrade our systems, including information technology, and implement additional financial and management controls, reporting systems and procedures, and have additional resources. We expect to incur additional annual expenses related to these steps, and those expenses may be significant. We are currently in the early stages of addressing our internal control procedures and resources to satisfy the requirements of Section 404.
If we are unable to upgrade our financial and management controls, reporting systems, information technology systems and procedures in a timely and effective fashion, our ability to comply with our financial reporting requirements and other rules that apply to reporting companies under the Exchange Act could be impaired, we may suffer adverse regulatory consequences, including violations of listing rules. As a result, any failure to achieve and maintain effective internal controls could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity.
Shareholders that are subject to United States federal income tax and who receive ordinary shares pursuant to the spin-off may need to fund their income tax liability with cash from other sources or by selling our ordinary shares.
A U.S. shareholder who receives our ordinary shares pursuant to the spin-off will be deemed to have received a taxable distribution in an amount equal to the fair market value of the ordinary shares received. Notwithstanding any cash distribution that may occur concurrently with the consummation of the spin-off, neither we nor IC have any obligation to distribute cash to pay any taxes owed by such shareholder as a result of the spin-off. Accordingly, a U.S. shareholder may need to satisfy any United States federal income tax liability resulting from the receipt of our ordinary shares with cash from such shareholders own funds, by selling all or a portion of the ordinary shares received, or by using all or a portion of the cash dividend received. Each U.S. shareholder should consult an independent tax advisor regarding the United States federal income tax consequences to such shareholder of receiving our ordinary shares pursuant to the spin-off. For further information on the distribution-in-kind of our ordinary shares, as well as ICs distribution of an additional cash dividend to you in connection with the spin-off, see Item 4A. History and Development of the Company Mechanics of the Spin-Off. For further information on the United States federal income tax implications relating to the spin-off, see Item 10E. Taxation U.S. Federal Income Tax Considerations.
Risks Related to the Spin-off IC Shareholder Considerations
Special Israeli withholding tax rates may not apply to ICs distribution-in-kind of our ordinary shares, or ICs distribution of an additional cash dividend to you, which may increase, retroactively, your withholding and income tax liabilities if your generally applicable Israeli tax rate is higher than the special one.
As mentioned in a pre-ruling approval issued to IC by the Israel Tax Authority, or the ITA, ICs distribution-in-kind of our ordinary shares in connection with the consummation of the spin-off, shall be first attributed to distribution of approved dividends (as defined below) and, consequently, shall be subject to a special Israeli withholding tax rate (15% generally and, subject to exceptions, such as with respect to certain dividends, 4% for non-Israeli residents). With respect to certain shareholders, such special rates are lower than their generally applicable Israeli withholding and/or income tax rates. To the extent that the amount of the approved dividends is sufficient, IC intends to apply such attribution also with respect to its distribution of an additional cash dividend to you. However, such attribution is only possible if dividends which have been received by IC from Israel Chemicals Ltd. and Oil Refineries Ltd., are considered income derived from an approved enterprise or beneficiary enterprise, in accordance with the Israeli Encouragement of Capital Investments Law, 5719-1959. If it is determined that dividends received from Israel Chemicals Ltd. or Oil Refineries Ltd., which have been classified as such by the distributing companies, cannot be regarded as such, in whole or in part, the distribution-in-kind of our ordinary shares, as well as ICs distribution of an additional cash dividend to you may be subject to Israels generally applicable withholding and/or income tax rates, which with respect to certain shareholders are higher than the special withholding tax rates that could otherwise apply. As a result of such classification, those IC shareholders whose tax rate for receipt of an approved dividend is lower than the generally applicable tax rate for receipt of dividends, may be subject to increased withholding and/or income tax liability. As of the date of this registration statement, the applicable Israeli income tax rates are up to 25%, or 30% with respect to a substantive shareholder of IC who is an individual or non-Israeli resident (a substantive shareholder is defined under applicable Israeli Tax law as a person who, directly or indirectly,
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alone or with another, holds at least 10% of one or more categories of the means of control (as defined therein)). For further information on the distribution-in-kind of our ordinary shares, as well as ICs distribution of an additional cash dividend to you in connection with the spin-off, see Item 4A. History and Development of the Company Mechanics of the Spin-Off. For further information on the Israeli tax implications relating to the spin-off, see Item 10E. Taxation Certain Israeli Tax Aspects Relating to the Distribution of Our Ordinary Shares.
The ITAs pre-ruling approval does not consider all tax-related aspects of the spin-off and, as a result, you could be subject to significant tax liability .
The ITAs pre-ruling approval covers, among other things, certain Israeli withholding tax implications resulting from ICs distribution-in-kind of our ordinary shares to its existing shareholders, other than as expressly stated therein, and specifically states that it has not determined the classification of a tax event, income, or an amount of income for ICs shareholders, that it has not classified, for tax purposes, ICs distribution of our shares and that it has not determined nor confirmed the amount of approved dividends or their classification as such. Additionally, the ITAs pre-ruling approval is based upon certain facts and assumptions regarding past and future conduct of IC, and its respective operating companies. If the ITA considers that the information provided in the application for its pre-ruling approval was not correct, or omitted relevant information, in respect of a material fact or assumption, then the ITA may take the view that it is not bound by the pre-ruling approval.
Shareholders that are subject to Israeli tax and who receive ordinary shares pursuant to the spin-off may need to fund their income tax liability with cash from other sources or by selling our ordinary shares.
Pursuant to applicable Israeli law and the ITAs pre-ruling approval with respect to certain Israeli withholding tax implications relating to the spin-off, the distribution of our ordinary shares by IC is generally subject to Israeli withholding tax. Furthermore, the additional dividend to be distributed as a cash dividend in an aggregate amount of NIS (approximately $ million) is generally subject to Israeli withholding tax, as well. The distribution amount, pursuant to which the withholding tax liability applicable to shareholders will be determined, will be set following the consummation of the distribution-in-kind of our ordinary shares and will be based upon the closing price(s) of our ordinary shares on . As a result, the amount of Israeli withholding tax cannot be determined prior to the consummation of the spin-off. The amount of the additional dividend you receive, therefore, will not necessarily be sufficient to pay your withholding tax liability. Neither we nor IC have any obligation to distribute cash to pay, fully or in part, taxes owed by our shareholders as a result of their receipt of our ordinary shares in connection with the spin-off. Therefore, you may be required to satisfy your withholding tax liability with cash from other sources or by selling all, or a portion, of the ordinary shares received in connection with the spin-off. If your shares in IC are registered with a nominee company, it is possible that the financial institution through which such shares are held will charge your account(s) with the withholding tax amount, or otherwise be entitled to collect the withholding tax amount from you, including by way of selling our ordinary shares that will be held by you. If your shares in IC are not registered with a nominee company, IC may withhold part of our ordinary shares that will be distributed to you in the spin-off in order to satisfy the withholding tax liability.
Shareholders should consult an independent tax advisor regarding the Israeli tax consequences to such shareholder of receiving our ordinary shares pursuant to the spin-off. For further information on the distribution-in-kind of our ordinary shares, as well as ICs distribution of an additional cash dividend to you in connection with the spin-off, see Item 4A. History and Development of the Company Mechanics of the Spin-Off. For further information on the Israeli tax implications relating to the spin-off, see Item 10E. Taxation Certain Israeli Tax Aspects Relating to the Distribution of Our Ordinary Shares.
Risks Related to Our Ordinary Shares
Our ordinary shares have never been publicly traded and there is no existing market for our ordinary shares. An active trading market that will provide you with adequate liquidity for our ordinary shares may not develop.
There is currently no public market for our ordinary shares and, following the spin-off, 64.9% of our shares will be held by two shareholders. We cannot predict the extent to which investor interest will lead to the development of an active and liquid trading market on or the TASE for our ordinary shares or, if such markets develop, whether they will be maintained. The lack of an active trading market on either the or the TASE may make it more difficult for you to sell our ordinary shares and could lead to our share price becoming depressed or volatile. It is anticipated that on or shortly prior to the record date for the distribution of our ordinary shares, trading of shares of our ordinary shares will begin on a when-issued basis on the and such trading would continue up to and including the distribution date. However, there can
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be no assurance that an active trading market for our ordinary shares on either the or the TASE will develop and if an active and liquid trading market does not develop, relatively small sales of our ordinary shares could have a significant negative impact on the price of our ordinary shares.
Our ordinary shares will be traded on more than one market and this may result in price variations.
We intend to list our ordinary shares on and the TASE. Trading in our ordinary shares on these markets will take place in different currencies (U.S. Dollars on the and New Israeli Shekels on the TASE), and at different times (resulting from different time zones, different trading days and different public holidays in the United States and Israel). The trading prices of our ordinary shares on these two markets may differ as a result of these, or other factors. Any decrease in the price of our ordinary shares on either of these markets could cause a decrease in the trading prices of our ordinary shares on the other market.
If securities or industry analysts do not publish research or reports about our business, or publish negative reports about our business, our share price and trading volume could decline.
As a newly-incorporated company, there is currently no analyst coverage of Kenon. The trading market for our ordinary shares will depend, in part, upon the research and reports that securities or industry analysts publish about us or our businesses. We do not have any control over analysts as to whether they will cover us, and if they do, whether such coverage will continue. If analysts do not commence coverage of Kenon, or if one or more of these analysts cease coverage of our company or fail to regularly publish reports on us, we could lose visibility in the financial markets, which could cause our share price or trading volume to decline. In addition, if one or more of the analysts who cover us downgrade our shares or change their opinion of our shares, our share price may likely decline.
Substantial sales of our ordinary shares may occur in connection with this spin-off, which could cause our share price to decline.
Following the spin-off, a significant portion of our shares will be held by two shareholders. Based upon ICs current shareholder composition, Millenium Investments Elad Ltd., or Millenium, will hold 46.9% of our shares and Bank Leumi will hold approximately 18% of our shares. Neither we nor IC have entered into lock-up agreements with any of ICs existing shareholders in relation to its shares or our ordinary shares and, as a result, ICs existing shareholders will be free to sell their Kenon shares after the effective date of this registration statement. It is possible that some IC shareholders, including our significant shareholders Millenium or Bank Leumi, or certain index fund investors, will sell IC shares or our ordinary shares received in connection with the spin-off for various reasons. For example, our business profile or market capitalization as an independent company may not fit such investors investment objectives, our ordinary shares may not be included in a certain index after the spin-off that a particular investor prefers, or shareholders who receive our ordinary shares in connection with the spin-off may need to sell a portion of these shares to satisfy any withholding tax liability. The sales of significant amounts of our ordinary shares, or the perception that this may occur, could result in the lowering of the price of our ordinary shares. For further information on the risks related to Israeli income tax liability, see Risks Related to the Spin-Off IC Shareholder Considerations Shareholders that are subject to Israeli tax and who receive ordinary shares pursuant to the spin-off may need to fund their income tax liability with cash from other sources or by selling our ordinary shares.
A significant portion of our outstanding ordinary shares may be sold into the public market, which could cause the market price of our ordinary shares to drop significantly, even if our business is doing well.
If either of our principal shareholders sell, or indicate an intention to sell, substantial amounts of our ordinary shares in the public market, the trading price of our ordinary shares could decline. Additionally, the perception in the market that these sales may occur could also cause the trading price of our ordinary shares to decline and could impair the ability of any of our businesses to raise capital. Our principal shareholders may choose to establish programmed selling plans under Rule 10b5-1 of the Exchange Act, for the purpose of effecting sales of our ordinary shares. Additionally, the perception that those sales may occur, including the entry into such programmed selling plans by any of our principal shareholders, could have a material adverse effect on the trading price of our ordinary shares.
Certain significant shareholders will also be entitled to rights with respect to the registration of their ordinary shares under the Securities Act. Registration of these ordinary shares under the Securities Act would result in the shares becoming freely tradable without restriction under the Securities Act, except for shares purchased by affiliates.
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Control by principal shareholders could adversely affect our other shareholders.
Upon completion of this spin-off, Millenium will beneficially own approximately 46.9% of our outstanding ordinary shares and voting power. Millenium will therefore have a continuing ability to control, or exert a significant influence over, our board of directors, and will continue to have significant influence over our affairs for the foreseeable future, including with respect to the election of directors, the consummation of significant corporate transactions, such as an amendment of our articles of association, a merger or other sale of our company or our assets, and all matters requiring shareholder approval. In certain circumstances, Milleniums interests as a principal shareholder, may conflict with the interests of our other shareholders and Milleniums ability to exercise control, or exert significant influence, over us may have the effect of causing, delaying, or preventing changes or transactions that our other shareholders may or may not deem to be in their best interests.
Future sales of our ordinary shares in the public market could cause our share price to fall.
Sales of a substantial number of our ordinary shares in the public market after the consummation of the spin-off, or the perception that these sales might occur, could depress the market price of our ordinary shares and could impair our ability to raise capital through the sale of additional equity securities. Upon the consummation of this spin-off, we will have ordinary shares outstanding. All of the ordinary shares distributed in connection with the spin-off are freely tradable without restrictions or further registration under the Securities Act, except for any ordinary shares held by our affiliates as defined in Rule 144 under the Securities Act.
We may issue additional ordinary shares in the future in lieu of incurring indebtedness, which may dilute our existing shareholders. We may also issue securities that have rights and privileges that are more favorable than the rights and privileges accorded to our existing shareholders.
Although we do not intend to issue additional equity interests in the future, we may issue additional securities, including ordinary shares and options, rights, and warrants for any purpose and for such consideration and on such terms and conditions as we may determine appropriate or necessary, including in connection with equity awards, financings or other strategic transactions. Subject to the prior approval of our shareholders for (i) the creation of new classes of shares and the (ii) granting to our directors of the authority to issue new shares with different or similar rights, our board of directors will be able to determine the class, designations, preferences, rights and powers of any additional shares, including any rights to share in our profits, losses and dividends or other distributions, any rights to receive assets upon our dissolution or liquidation and any redemption, conversion and exchange rights. Millenium, our significant shareholder, may use its ability to control, or exert influence over, our board of directors to cause us to issue additional ordinary shares, which would dilute existing holders of our ordinary shares, or to issue securities with rights and privileges that are more favorable than those of our ordinary shareholders. There are no statutory rights of first refusal for new share issuances conferred upon our shareholders under the Companies Act, Chapter 50 of Singapore, or the Singapore Companies Act.
As a newly-incorporated company, we will not have distributable profits to pay dividends.
Under Singapore law and our articles of association, dividends, whether in cash or in specie, must be paid out of our profits available for distribution. We have no current plans to pay cash dividends for the foreseeable future. As a newly-incorporated company, we do not expect to have distributable profits from which dividends may be declared. We have incurred net losses in each of 2013 and 2012 and may continue to incur net losses in the near future. The availability of distributable profits is assessed on the basis of Kenons standalone unconsolidated accounts (which will be based upon the Singapore Financial Reporting Standards, or the SFRS) and Kenon expects that the opening balance of its retained savings in such financials will be zero. There is no assurance that, on such basis, we will not incur losses, that we will become profitable, or that we will have distributable income that might be distributed to our shareholders as a dividend or other distribution in the foreseeable future. Therefore, we will be unable to pay dividends to our shareholders unless and until we have generated sufficient distributable reserves. Accordingly, it may not be legally permissible for us to pay dividends to our shareholders. As a result, and until such time, if ever, that we declare dividends with respect to our ordinary shares, a holder of our ordinary shares will only realize income from an investment in our ordinary shares if there is an increase in the market price of our ordinary shares. Such potential increase is uncertain and unpredictable.
Under Singapore law, it is possible to effect a capital reduction exercise to return cash and/or assets to our shareholders. However, the completion of a capital reduction exercise may require the approval of the Singapore Courts and we may not be successful in our attempts to obtain such approval.
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Any dividend payments on our ordinary shares would be declared in U.S. Dollars, and any shareholder whose principal currency is not the U.S. Dollar would be subject to exchange rate fluctuations.
The ordinary shares are, and any cash dividends or other distributions to be declared in respect of them, if any, will be denominated in U.S. Dollars. Shareholders whose principal currency is not the U.S. Dollar will be exposed to foreign currency exchange rate risk. Any depreciation of the U.S. Dollar in relation to such foreign currency will reduce the value of such shareholders ordinary shares and any appreciation of the U.S. Dollar will increase the value in foreign currency terms. In addition, we will not offer our shareholders the option to elect to receive dividends, if any, in any other currency. Consequently, our shareholders may be required to arrange their own foreign currency exchange, either through a brokerage house or otherwise, which could incur additional commissions or expenses.
We are a foreign private issuer under U.S. securities laws and, as a result, are subject to disclosure obligations that are different from those applicable to U.S. domestic registrants listed on .
We are incorporated under the laws of Singapore and, as such, will be considered a foreign private issuer under U.S. securities laws. Although we will be subject to the periodic reporting requirements of the Exchange Act, the periodic disclosure required of foreign private issuers under the Exchange Act is different from the periodic disclosure required of U.S. domestic registrants. Therefore, there may be less publicly available information about us than is regularly published by or about other public companies in the United States. We are also exempt from certain other sections of the Exchange Act that U.S. domestic registrants are otherwise subject to, including the requirement to provide our shareholders with information statements or proxy statements that comply with the Exchange Act. In addition, insiders and large shareholders of ours will be exempt from the reporting and short-swing profit recovery provisions contained in Section 16 of the Exchange Act and will not be obligated to file the reports required by Section 16 of the Exchange Act.
As a foreign private issuer, we may, in the future, follow certain home country corporate governance practices instead of otherwise applicable SEC and corporate governance requirements, and this may result in less investor protection than that accorded to investors under rules applicable to domestic U.S. issuers.
As a foreign private issuer, we are permitted to follow certain home country corporate governance practices instead of those otherwise required under the rules for domestic U.S. issuers, provided that we disclose which requirements we are not following and describe the equivalent home country requirement. For example, foreign private issuers are permitted to follow home country practice with regard to director nomination procedures and the approval of compensation of officers. Additionally, we are not required to a maintain a board comprised of a majority of independent directors. However, notwithstanding our ability to follow the corporate governance practices of our home country Singapore, we have elected to apply the corporate governance rules of the that are applicable to U.S. domestic registrants that are not controlled companies. Nevertheless, we may, in the future, decide to rely on the foreign private issuer exemptions provided by the and follow home country corporate governance practices in lieu of complying with some or all of the requirements.
Following our home country governance practices, as opposed to complying with the requirements that are applicable to a non-controlled U.S. domestic registrant, may provide less protection to you than is accorded to investors under the s corporate governance rules. Therefore, any foreign private exemptions we avail ourselves of in the future, may reduce the scope of information and protection to which you are otherwise entitled as an investor.
It may be difficult to enforce a judgment of U.S. courts for civil liabilities under U.S. federal securities laws against us, our directors or officers in Singapore.
We are incorporated under the laws of Singapore and certain of our officers and directors are or will be residents outside of the United States. Moreover, most of our assets are located outside of the United States. Although we are incorporated outside of the U.S., we have agreed to accept service of process in the United States through our agent designated for that specific purpose. However, since most of the assets owned by us are located outside of the United States, any judgment obtained in the United States against us may not be collectible within the United States.
Furthermore, there is no treaty between the United States and Singapore providing for the reciprocal recognition and enforcement of judgments in civil and commercial matters, such that a final judgment for the payment of money rendered by any federal or state court in the United States based on civil liability, whether or not predicated solely upon the federal securities laws, would, therefore, not be automatically enforceable in Singapore. There is doubt whether a Singapore court may impose civil liability on us or our directors and officers
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who reside in Singapore in a suit brought in the Singapore courts against us or such persons with respect to a violation solely of the federal securities laws of the United States, unless the facts surrounding such a violation would constitute or give rise to a cause of action under Singapore law. Consequently, it may be difficult for investors to enforce against us, our directors or our officers in Singapore, judgments obtained in the United States which are predicated upon the civil liability provisions of the federal securities laws of the United States.
We are incorporated in Singapore and our shareholders may have greater difficulty in protecting their interests than they would as shareholders of a corporation incorporated in the United States.
Our corporate affairs are governed by our memorandum and articles of association and by the laws governing corporations incorporated in Singapore. The rights of our shareholders and the responsibilities of the members of our board of directors under Singapore law are different from those applicable to a corporation incorporated in the United States. Therefore, our public shareholders may have more difficulty in protecting their interest in connection with actions taken by our management or members of our board of directors than they would as shareholders of a corporation incorporated in the United States. For information on the differences between Singapore and Delaware corporation law, see Item 10B. Memorandum and Articles of Association Comparison of Shareholder Rights.
Singapore corporate law may impede a takeover of our company by a third-party, which could adversely affect the value of our ordinary shares.
The Singapore Code on Take-overs and Mergers and Sections 138, 139 and 140 of the Securities and Futures Act, Chapter 289 of Singapore, or the Singapore Securities and Futures Act, contain certain provisions that may delay, deter or prevent a future takeover or change in control of our company for so long as we remain a public company with more than 50 shareholders and net tangible assets of S$5 million (approximately $4 million U.S. Dollars) or more. Any person acquiring an interest, whether by a series of transactions over a period of time or not, either on his own or together with parties acting in concert with such person, in 30% or more of our voting shares, or, if such person holds, either on his own or together with parties acting in concert with such person, between 30% and 50% (both inclusive) of our voting shares, and such person (or parties acting in concert with such person) acquires additional voting shares representing more than 1% of our voting shares in any six-month period, must, except with the consent of the Securities Industry Council in Singapore, extend a mandatory takeover offer for the remaining voting shares in accordance with the provisions of the Singapore Code on Take-overs and Mergers. While the Singapore Code on Take-overs and Mergers seeks to ensure equality of treatment among shareholders, its provisions may discourage or prevent certain types of transactions involving an actual or threatened change of control of our company. These legal requirements may impede or delay a takeover of our company by a third-party, and thereby have a material adverse effect on the value of our ordinary shares.
Our directors have general authority to allot and issue new shares on terms and conditions and with any preferences, rights or restrictions as may be determined by our board of directors in its sole discretion.
Under Singapore law, we may only allot and issue new shares with the prior approval of our shareholders in a general meeting. Subject to the general authority to allot and issue new shares provided by our shareholders, the provisions of the Singapore Companies Act and our memorandum and articles of association, our board of directors may allot and issue new shares on terms and conditions and with the rights (including preferential voting rights) and restrictions as they may think fit to impose. Any additional issuances of new shares by our directors could adversely impact the market price of our ordinary shares.
We may be classified as a passive foreign investment company, which could result in adverse U.S. federal income tax consequences to U.S. holders of our ordinary shares.
Based upon, among other things, the current and anticipated valuation of our assets and the composition of our income and assets, we do not believe we would be classified as a passive foreign investment company, or PFIC, for U.S. federal income tax purposes for our previous taxable year ending December 31, 2013. However, the application of the PFIC rules is subject to uncertainty in several respects. In addition, a separate determination must be made after the close of each taxable year as to whether we were a PFIC for that year. Accordingly, we cannot assure you that we will not be a PFIC for our current, or any future, taxable year. A non-US corporation will be a PFIC for any taxable year if either (i) at least 75.0% of its gross income for such year is passive income or (ii) at least 50.0% of the value of its assets (based on an average of the quarterly values of the assets) during such year is attributable to assets that produce passive income or are held for the production of passive income. For this purpose, we will be treated as owning our proportionate share of the businesses and earning our proportionate share of the income of any other business in which we own, directly or indirectly, at least 25.0% (by value) of the stock. Because the value of our assets for purposes of the PFIC test will generally
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be determined in part by reference to the market price of our ordinary shares, fluctuations in the market price of the ordinary shares may cause us to become a PFIC. In addition, changes in the composition of our income or assets may cause us to become a PFIC. As a result dispositions of operating companies could increase the risk that we become a PFIC. If we are a PFIC for any taxable year during which a U.S. Holder (as defined below) holds an ordinary share, certain adverse U.S. federal income tax consequences could apply to such U.S. Holder. For further information on such U.S. tax implications, see Item 10E. Taxation U.S. Federal Income Tax Considerations Passive Foreign Investment Company.
Risks Related to Taxation
Examinations by tax authorities and changes in tax regulations could have a material adverse effect on us.
We operate in a number of countries and are therefore regularly examined by and remain subject to numerous tax regulations. Changes in our global mix of earnings could affect our effective tax rate. Furthermore, changes in tax laws could result in higher tax-related expenses and payments. Legislative changes in any of the countries in which our businesses operate could materially impact our tax receivables and liabilities as well as deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities. Additionally, the uncertain tax environment in some regions in which our businesses operate could limit our ability to enforce our rights. As a holding company with globally operating businesses, we have established businesses in countries subject to complex tax rules, which may be interpreted in a variety of ways and could affect our effective tax rate. Future interpretations or developments of tax regimes or a higher than anticipated effective tax rate could have a material adverse effect on our tax liability, return on investments and business operations.
Our shareholders may be subject to non-U.S., taxes and return filing requirements as a result of owning our ordinary shares.
Based upon our expected method of operation and the ownership of our businesses following the spin-off, we do not expect any shareholder, solely as a result of owning our ordinary shares, to be subject to any additional taxes or additional tax return filing requirements in any jurisdiction in which we, or any of our businesses, conduct activities or own property. However, there can be no assurance that our shareholders, solely as a result of owning our ordinary shares, will not be subject to certain taxes, including non-U.S., taxes imposed by the various jurisdictions in which we and our businesses do business or own property now or in the future, even if our shareholders do not reside in any of these jurisdictions. Consequently, our shareholders may also be required to file non-U.S. tax returns in some or all of these jurisdictions. Further, our shareholders may also be subject to penalties for failure to comply with these requirements. It is the responsibility of each shareholder to file each of the U.S. federal, state and local, as well as non-U.S. tax returns that may be required of such shareholder.
ITEM 4. Information on the Company
A. | History and Development of the Company |
We are a newly-incorporated company that was formed to be the holding company of the following companies that are currently owned (in whole, or in part) by IC:
| IC Power, which IC established in 2010 and in which IC owns a 100% interest; |
| Qoros, which IC jointly established in 2007, and in which IC owns a 50% interest; |
| ZIM, in which IC acquired a 48.9% equity interest in 1970, which subsequently increased to 99.7% and, in connection with ZIMs financial restructuring, has subsequently decreased to 32%; |
| Tower, in which IC acquired a 32% equity interest in 1993, and in which IC currently has an approximate 31.1% interest; |
| Primus, in which IC acquired a 60% equity interest in 2007, which has subsequently increased to 91%; |
| Petrotec, in which IC acquired a 42% equity interest in 2008, which has subsequently increased to 69%; and |
| HelioFocus, in which IC acquired a 51% equity interest 2008, which has subsequently increased to 53%. |
We were incorporated in March 2014 under The Singapore Companies Act. Our registered office and principal place of business is located at 80 Raffles Place #26-01, UOB Plaza 1, Singapore 048624. Our telephone number at our registered office and principal place of business is + 65 6532 5746. We have not yet commenced commercial operations and, until the consummation of the spin-off, will not have any assets or material contingent liabilities or commitments.
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Background to and Purpose of the Spin-Off
We were formed in the first quarter of 2014 to serve as the holding company of businesses to be contributed to us by IC in connection with a spinoff of certain businesses and associated companies currently held by IC. We intend to assist with the growth and development of these businesses, with the goal of maximizing their value. Additionally, we intend to provide our shareholders with direct access to our primary businesses, IC Power and Qoros, in the near to medium term. We seek to expose these businesses to a pool of international investors, that is appropriate for such businesses industry and development stage. For example, we intend to pursue an IPO or listing for IC Power within 24 months, thereby providing interested investors with the opportunity to directly own equity interests in this growth-oriented business. For further information on these businesses and our operational strategy, see Item 4B. Business Overview.
Mechanics of the Spin-Off
Prior to effecting the spin-off, IC will transfer, in exchange for the issuance of our shares to it, its interests in each of IC Power, Qoros, ZIM, Tower, Primus, Petrotec and HelioFocus, as well as related intercompany indebtedness and obligations, to us. The chart below represents a simplified summary of our organizational structure, excluding intermediate holding companies, immediately prior to and immediately after the consummation of the spin-off. This chart should be read in conjunction with the explanation of our ownership and organizational structure below.
Immediately Prior to the Spin-Off
Immediately After the Consummation of the Spin-Off
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IC intends to make a special dividend of 100% of our outstanding ordinary shares to holders of its shares as of the record date of the special dividend. Based upon approximately shares of IC that we expect will be outstanding on the closing date of the spin-off, IC intends to make a special dividend of approximately of our ordinary shares to each of its existing shareholders, representing all of our ordinary shares. The distribution will occur on a pro rata basis: for every shares of IC held by holders of ICs shares as of the record date of the special dividend, holders of ICs shares will receive of our ordinary shares.
Holders of ICs shares will not be required to pay for the ordinary shares received upon the consummation of the spin-off, or tender or surrender their shares of IC. If an IC shareholder holds shares of IC as of the close of business on the record date of the special dividend, the holders brokerage account will be credited for our ordinary shares, on or about , 2014, subject to provision of details of such shareholders (if the shareholders shares in IC are not registered with a nominee company). The number of shares of IC that a holder owns will not change as a result of the spin-off and ICs shares will continue to be traded on the TASE under the symbol ILCO.
Holders of ICs shares who are taxpayers in the United States and who receive our ordinary shares pursuant to the spin-off will be considered to have received a taxable distribution for U.S. federal income tax purposes equal to the fair market value of our ordinary shares so received, without reduction for the amount of any Israeli tax withheld. For further information on U.S. federal income tax considerations relating to the distribution of our ordinary shares and U.S. tax considerations relating to the ownership and disposition of our ordinary shares, see Item 10E. Taxation U.S. Federal Income Tax Considerations.
Holders of ICs shares who receive our ordinary shares pursuant to the spin-off will be considered to have received a taxable dividend for Israeli tax purposes equal to the closing price of our ordinary share on the first trading day after the actual date of the distribution. For further information on Israeli tax considerations relating to the distribution of our ordinary shares, see Item 10E. Taxation Certain Israeli Tax Aspects Relating to the Distribution of our Ordinary Shares.
The spin-off of our ordinary shares and ICs transfer of its equity interests in each of the aforementioned businesses to us is subject to, among other things, the approval of ICs board of directors, the approval of ICs audit committee and the approval of the general meeting of ICs shareholders, provided that either (i) at least a majority of the shares held by all shareholders who do not have a personal interest in the spin-off and who are present and voting at the meeting approves the spin-off, excluding abstentions; or (ii) the shares voted against the spin-off by shareholders who have no personal interest in the spin-off and who are present and voting at the meeting do not exceed 2% of the voting rights in IC. Whether a shareholder has a personal interest regarding a matter that is before the shareholders for a vote is defined under the Israeli Companies Law of 1999, in relevant part, as . . . a Persons personal interest in an Act or a Transaction of a Company, including the personal interest of his Relative and of another corporation in which he or his Relative is an Interested Party, and excluding a personal interest deriving from the fact of the mere holding of shares in the Company . . . The Israel Securities Authority, or the ISA, has advised IC that it considers ICs controlling shareholders, including Millenium, to have a personal interest in the approval of the spin-off and that the spin-off should therefore be subject to heightened approval, i.e., approval by a majority of the shareholders who do not have a personal interest in the approval of the spin-off. Based upon previous positions the ISA has taken in the past, the ISA may also consider Bank Leumi to have a personal interest in the approval of the spin-off.
IC will request shareholder approval for matters relating to the spin-off, as described above, at an extraordinary general meeting of its shareholders. IC will provide a shareholder circular to its shareholders in advance of its extraordinary general meeting.
Although no conditions exist for ICs provision of the shareholder circular to its shareholders, the consummation of the spin-off is conditioned upon several factors, such as obtaining various third party consents, and approvals, including with respect to the relevant regulators and stock exchanges, the approval of the general meeting of ICs shareholders with a special majority requirement, as set forth above, and the approval of ICs board of directors and audit committee.
As a result of the aforementioned mechanics, the spin-off of our ordinary shares and listing on the will be conducted without registration under the Securities Act. Additionally, in connection with the spin-off, we are seeking to concurrently list our ordinary shares on the TASE.
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Separation and Distribution Agreement
The following discussion summarizes the material provisions of the separation and distribution agreement that will be entered into between us and IC in connection with the consummation of the spin-off, the Separation and Distribution Agreement. The Separation and Distribution Agreement will set forth, among other things, our agreements with IC regarding the principal transactions necessary to separate our business, and businesses, from IC and its other businesses. The Separation and Distribution Agreement will also set forth other agreements that govern the distribution and certain aspects of our relationship with IC after the distribution date.
Transfer of Assets and Assumption of Liabilities
The Separation and Distribution Agreement is expected to identify the assets to be transferred, the liabilities to be assumed and the contracts to be assigned to us and IC as part of the spin-off, and it is expected to provide for when and how these transfers, assumptions and assignments will occur.
Representations and Warranties
In general, neither we nor IC will make any representations or warranties regarding any assets or liabilities transferred or assumed, any consents or approvals that may be required in connection with such transfers or assumptions, the value or freedom from any lien or other security interest of any assets transferred, the absence of any defenses relating to any claim of either party or the legal sufficiency of any conveyance documents, or any other matters. Except as expressly set forth in the Separation and Distribution Agreement or in any ancillary agreement, all assets are expected to be transferred on an as is, where is basis.
Termination
The Separation and Distribution Agreement will provide that it may be terminated by IC at any time in its sole discretion prior to the distribution date and the consummation of the spin-off.
Release of Claims
We and IC are expected to agree to broad releases pursuant to which we will each release the other from any claims against any of us that arise out of or relate to events, circumstances or actions occurring or failing to occur or any conditions existing at or prior to the distribution date. These releases will be subject to certain exceptions set forth in the Separation and Distribution Agreement.
Indemnification
We and IC will agree to indemnify each other against certain liabilities incurred in connection with our respective businesses and as otherwise allocated to each of us in the Separation and Distribution Agreement. These indemnities are principally designed to place financial responsibility for the obligations and liabilities of our business, and our businesses, with us and financial responsibility for the obligations and liabilities of IC and its business with IC. The amount of each partys indemnification obligations is expected to be subject to reduction by any insurance proceeds received by the party being indemnified. The Separation and Distribution Agreement will also specify procedures with respect to claims subject to indemnification and related matters.
Legal Matters
Subject to certain specified exceptions, the Separation and Distribution Agreement is expected to provide that each party will assume the liability for, and control of, all pending or threatened legal matters related to its own business, including liabilities for any claims or legal proceedings related to products that had been part of its business but were discontinued prior to the distribution date, or its assumed or retained liabilities and will indemnify the other party for any liability arising out of or resulting from such assumed legal matters.
Insurance
The Separation and Distribution Agreement is expected to provide for the allocation among the parties of rights and obligations under existing insurance policies with respect to occurrences prior to the distribution date and set forth procedures for the administration of insured claims. In addition, the Separation and Distribution Agreement is expected to allocate between the parties the right to proceeds and the obligation to incur certain deductibles under certain insurance policies.
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Allocation of Spin-Off Expenses
The Separation and Distribution Agreement is expected to provide that IC will be responsible for all of its and our fees, costs and expenses incurred prior to the distribution date in connection with the spin-off. The Separation and Distribution Agreement is expected to provide that we will pay our own fees, costs and expenses incurred following the spin-off.
Other Matters Governed by the Distribution Agreement
Other matters governed by the Separation and Distribution Agreement include access to financial and other information, access to and provision of records, intellectual property, confidentiality, treatment of outstanding guarantees and similar credit support and dispute resolution procedures.
Conditions
The Separation and Distribution Agreement will provide that the distribution of our ordinary shares is subject to several conditions that must be satisfied or waived by IC in its sole discretion. IC may, in its sole discretion, determine the date and the terms of the distribution of our ordinary shares and may, at any time prior to the completion of the distribution, decide to abandon or modify the distribution.
B. | Business Overview |
We are a holding company that operates dynamic, primarily growth-oriented, businesses. The companies we own, in whole or in part, are at various stages of development, ranging from early stage development companies to established, cash generating businesses. Our primary businesses are IC Power, a wholly-owned power generation holding company that has historically experienced profitable growth, and Qoros, a China-based automotive company seeking to deliver international standards of quality, safety, and innovative features to the large and fast-growing Chinese market, that has recently commenced commercial sales, and in which we have a 50% equity interest. Our other interests include: (i) a 32% stake in ZIM, a global container shipping company, which recently completed a financial restructuring with its creditors, thereby reducing ICs equity interest from 99.7% to 32%, (ii) a 31.1% interest in Tower, a NASDAQ and TASE-listed semiconductor manufacturer, and (iii) three businesses in the renewable energy sector, including Primus an innovative developer of an alternative fuel technology. Each of our businesses was formerly held by IC, which is spinning off these businesses to enhance value for its shareholders by exposing each of these businesses to a broader group of international investors, that is appropriate for such business industry and development. We are a holding company that was established to assist with the growth and development of these businesses. We intend to provide investors with direct access to our primary businesses in the near- to medium-term, thereby exposing each of these businesses to a pool of international investors that is appropriate for such businesses industry and development stage. As part of this strategy, we intend to pursue an IPO or listing of IC Power within 24 months. With respect to our other interests, we intend to maximize their value and distribute to our shareholders their shares, or proceeds derived from the sale of such shares, rationally and expeditiously.
We will operate under disciplined capital allocation principles designed to maximize the value of our businesses and ensure the prudent use of capital. We do not intend to invest in any new ventures outside of our existing businesses and we do not expect any material cross-allocation of funds from operations or monetizations between our businesses. In particular we will not make any further investment in ZIM. As of the effective date of the spin-off, we will have $ million in cash on hand, which we will use to execute our business strategy. We intend to continue to grow our primary holdings:
| in the case of IC Power, by continuing to invest in projects that IC Power expects to generate attractive, risk-adjusted returns, using operating cash flows, project or other financing at the IC Power level, as well as proceeds resulting from the selective dispositions of IC Powers assets; and |
| in the case of Qoros, by funding equity commitments of RMB 25 million (approximately $4 million) from cash on hand and, as Qoros continues to pursue its commercial growth strategy, potentially providing Qoros with additional equity capital or loans to assist it in its development. |
We do not intend to raise capital at the Kenon level, and Millenium, which will own approximately 46.9% of our outstanding ordinary shares upon the consummation of the spin-off, has indicated that, although it is not under a contractual obligation to do so, it (or its successors) intends to be a long-term holder of our ordinary shares.
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Our primary businesses include:
| IC Power A wholly-owned leading owner, developer and operator of power generation facilities located throughout key power generation markets in Latin America, the Caribbean and Israel, including Peru, Chile and Colombia. IC Powers portfolio, including Edegel, consists of 16 operating facilities, two facilities under construction, and numerous projects at various stages of development. IC Power is a leader in its core market, Peru, one of the fastest growing economies in Latin America, with a 5-year average GDP growth of approximately 6% through 2013, according to Perus National Institute of Statistics and Information. As of December 31, 2013, Peru represented 64% of IC Powers proportionate EBITDA, and 1,123 MW, or 45%, of IC Powers proportionate capacity, including an adjustment for Las Flores, which IC Power acquired on April 1, 2014, and excluding Edegel, which IC Power has agreed to sell. IC Powers current development pipeline is expected to provide an additional 1,110 MW in capacity, to address the expected increase in Peruvian demand, partially as a result of the substantial investments made in connection with Perus energy-intensive mining industry. IC Powers successful completion of greenfield development and acquisition projects is reflected in the average annual growth of approximately 32% in its Proportionate EBITDA between 2008 and 2013. Proportionate EBITDA is a non-IFRS measure. For a reconciliation of EBITDA to net income, see Item 3A. Selected Financial Data. |
| Qoros A China-based automotive company that is jointly owned with a subsidiary of Chery, a state controlled holding enterprise and large Chinese automobile manufacturing company. Qoros seeks to deliver international standards of quality and safety, as well as innovative features, to the large and fast-growing Chinese market. Qoros vision is to build high quality cars for young, modern, urban consumers based upon extensive research and product tailoring. Qoros launched and sold its first car, the Qoros 3 Sedan, in December 2013 and launched commercial sales of its second model, the Qoros 3 Hatch, in late June 2014. The Qoros 3 Sedan was the safest car tested by Euro NCAP in 2013 and the second safest car ever tested by Euro NCAP in its 17-year history. Qoros manufacturing facility has an initial technical capacity of 150 thousand units per annum, which can be increased to approximately 220 thousand units per annum through the utilization of different shift models and is located in Changshu, China. |
Our other businesses include:
| ZIM A large provider of global container shipping services, which, as of December 31, 2013 operated 89 (owned and chartered) vessels with a total container capacity of 346,311 TEU, and in which we have a 32% equity interest. |
| Tower A publicly held company in which we have a 31.1% equity interest, that is a global specialty foundry semiconductor manufacturer whose securities are publicly-traded on each of the TASE and NASDAQ under the ticker TSEM. |
| Three renewable energy businesses including Primus, an innovative developer and owner of a proprietary natural gas-to-liquid technology process; Petrotec, a European producer of biodiesel generated from used cooking oil, whose securities are publicly-traded on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange; and HelioFocus, a cutting-edge developer of dish technologies for solar thermal power fields. |
Highlights of our Primary Businesses
IC Power
IC Power is our wholly-owned leading owner, developer and operator of power generation facilities in the rapidly growing Latin American, Caribbean and Israeli power generation markets. IC Power has operations in Peru, Israel, the Dominican Republic, Bolivia, El Salvador, Chile, Jamaica, Nicaragua and Colombia as well as investments in Peru and Panama. IC Power focuses its generation operations on hydroelectric and natural gas facilities and has a proportionate capacity of approximately 1,984 MWs as of December 31, 2013 (including Edegels proportionate capacity. Since its acquisition of Inkia in 2007, IC Power has invested approximately $2 billion, including project financing and investments by minority shareholders, in the acquisition, development and expansion of its generation assets and has completed 12 development and acquisition projects. By successfully pursuing growth opportunities, primarily through greenfield development projects in existing markets and acquisitions of anchor investments in new countries, IC Power has established itself in many of the markets in which it operates. Between 2008 and 2013, IC Power has experienced an average annual growth of approximately 32% in its Proportionate EBITDA. Proportionate EBITDA is a non-IFRS measure. For a
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reconciliation of Proportionate EBITDA to net income, see Item 3A. Selected Financial Data. IC Powers successful investments illustrate its ability to leverage its core competencies project identification, evaluation, acquisition or construction, and operation to develop generation assets in attractive growth markets and thereby deliver attractive, risk-adjusted returns to its shareholders.
IC Power typically enters into long-term capacity and energy agreements with its customers, which it believes limits its exposure to fluctuations in energy spot market rates and helps it generate strong and predictable cash flows although IC Power operates in challenging jurisdictions that subject it to numerous regulatory or counterparty risks. In 2013, IC Power sold 89% of its aggregate capacity and energy sales, pursuant to PPAs, with IC Powers remaining sales being on the spot market. IC Powers stable and strong cash flow generation has enabled it to successfully engage in relatively high-return acquisitions and secure both project and bank/bond financing from a diverse international base. IC Power typically enters into PPAs in connection with the development of its greenfield assets and, as a result, IC Power has been able to secure substantial non-recourse financing for its generation assets prior to the commencement of their commercial operation.
IC Powers current pipeline, which reflects its strategy of developing greenfield projects, primarily comprises two construction projects in Peru: CDA a 510 MW run-of-the-river hydroelectric project, scheduled to be completed during the second half of 2016 and Samay I a 600 MW open cycle diesel and natural gas (dual-fired) thermoelectric project, scheduled to be completed during the first half of 2016. IC Power also identifies and acquires foothold positions in existing generating assets in countries in which it is not yet present which, together with its greenfield developments, contributes to the continued expansion of its portfolio of assets.
Underpinning both IC Powers success and strategy is its experienced management team and in-depth local presence in each of the countries in which it operates. IC Powers executive officers have an average of more than 16 years of experience in the industry and are supported by local teams that possess in-depth market knowledge and relationships.
Qoros
Qoros is a China-based automotive company that is owned via our joint venture partnership with a subsidiary of Chery, a large state-owned Chinese automobile manufacturing company that has been producing automobiles since 1999. Qoros seeks to deliver international standards of quality and safety, as well as innovative features, to the large and fast-growing Chinese passenger vehicle market, the largest passenger vehicle market in terms of units sold.
In 2013, 16.1 million passenger vehicles were sold within this market in 2013, representing 29% of the global passenger vehicle market according to China Association of Automobile Manufacturers, or CAAM, and the International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, or OICA. China is also the fastest growing passenger vehicle market in the world, in terms of vehicles sold, with a 24% CAGR from 2004 to 2013, based upon information sourced from CAAM and China Passenger Car Association, or CPCA, with respect to vehicles sold (including imports) during the period. Industry analysts expect the growth of Chinas passenger vehicle market to continue for example, China State Information Center, or SIC, indicated in November 2013 that the Chinese passenger vehicle market to experience an annual growth of approximately 10% between 2014 and 2018.
Qoros believes its vehicles offer distinctive features, which Qoros has specifically designed for its targeted consumers, that focus upon the delivery of safety, innovative connectivity, and design features. The Qoros 3 Sedan was the safest car tested by Euro NCAP in 2013 and the second safest car ever tested by Euro NCAP in its 17-year history. Additionally, each Qoros vehicle is equipped with a Multi-Media Hub, or MMH, and most of Qoros vehicles are equipped with the QorosQloud, an innovative, cloud-based entertainment and services system that delivers a variety of free (e.g., cloud-enhanced navigation, car care, and social sharing) and premium (e.g., real-time traffic and parking information) connectivity features. The Qoros 3 Sedan features competitive performance, particularly with respect to fuel economy, acoustics, aerodynamics, climatic comfort and braking performance. The Qoros 3 Sedan also has a spacious interior, premium vehicle proportions, and one of the largest automobile wheelbase and widths in its class. Furthermore, in 2014, the Qoros 3 Hatch received the Red Dot Award, a prestigious design award, in recognition of its striking and particularly successful detail solutions and also received the Telematics Update Award, for the best telematics product or service launch in an emerging market.
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As of June 30, 2014, Qoros has sold 2,540 Qoros 3 Sedans, 49 of which were sold before December 31, 2013. To commercialize and facilitate the successful launch of its vehicles and its brand, Qoros has developed, and is continuing to develop, a dealer network targeting those regions and cities that have been identified by Qoros extensive research as having high sales potential within the C-segment. Each of Qoros dealerships is constructed in accordance with a distinctive Qoros-branded corporate identity, or CI, designed to result in consistent appearance and service standards. Furthermore, the construction and operation of Qoros dealerships are financed by Qoros dealers themselves, with partial reimbursements received from Qoros, resulting in the financial commitment of dealers to the commercial success of Qoros vehicle models. As of September 30, 2014, Qoros dealerships were fully operational and additional Qoros dealerships were under construction.
Qoros has assembled a highly experienced global management team with decades of experience in leading global businesses within the automotive, management consulting and high-tech industries. Additionally, Qoros has developed strong relationships with world class suppliers and engineering service providers. Based upon such relationships and Qoros extensive industry research and experience, Qoros believes it has designed an efficient operating model and organizational structure, complemented by a flexible platform and scalable manufacturing footprint. Qoros recently completed the construction of its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, which has an initial technical production capacity of 150 thousand units per annum, which can be increased to approximately 220 thousand units per annum through the utilization of different shift models, and can be, subject to Qoros receipt of government approval, further increased to up to approximately 440 thousand units per annum through a second stage plant expansion together with an optimized work shift model.
Our Strategy
We are a holding company that was established to assist with the growth and development of our collection of businesses and to maximize their value. In the near to medium term, we intend to provide investors with direct access to our primary businesses. We seek to expose these businesses to a pool of international investors, that is appropriate for such businesses industry and development stage. With respect to our non-primary interests, we intend to maximize their value and distribute to our shareholders their shares, or proceeds derived from the sale of such shares, rationally and expeditiously. The key elements of our strategy include:
Continue to grow IC Power and provide direct access for investors
IC Power will continue to develop and acquire projects that it expects to generate attractive, risk-adjusted returns in current and new geographies. It will leverage its core competencies of project identification, evaluation and construction to develop and acquire high-return power generation assets. For example, IC Power expects to increase its capacity by an additional 1,110 MW as a result of ongoing development projects in Peru expected to come on line by the second half of 2016.
IC Power will invest its operating cash flows and access project or other debt or equity financing to continue its growth. It will also actively review its portfolio of assets to optimize its performance, including through selective divestitures from time to time in favor of more attractive projects. While IC Power does not currently pay regular dividends, it will continue to review its dividend policy over time. We intend to pursue an IPO or listing for IC Power within 24 months.
Continue to develop Qoros into a leading carmaker serving highly attractive markets
Qoros will continue to pursue its commercial growth strategy by rapidly expanding its sales and marketing infrastructure, including by growing its dealer network over the next few years. Qoros will also continue to develop a synergistic family of vehicle models based upon its existing vehicle platform and production facilities. In order to support its expected sales growth, Qoros facility has the flexibility to increase production capacity from 150 thousand cars to approximately 220 thousand units per annum through the utilization of different shift models and without additional investments, and Qoros can, subject to Qoros receipt of government approval, further increase its facilitys capacity to approximately 440 thousand units per annum through a second stage plant expansion together with an optimized work shift model. Qoros intends to target the large and growing car market in China initially and intends to expand to other attractive markets over time.
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We intend to fund existing equity commitments of RMB25 million (approximately $4 million) from cash on hand to support Qoros growth. As Qoros continues to pursue its commercial growth strategy, it will require significant cash to further its development and Kenon may provide additional equity capital or loans to Qoros to assist in such development. Qoros also intends to raise additional debt financing, to fund its growth strategy.
Maximize the values of our non-primary interests, monetize or distribute them rationally and expeditiously, and return this capital to our shareholders
We intend to assist with the growth and development of our non-primary businesses, and to sell or distribute our interests in these businesses rationally and expeditiously. For example, ZIM intends to seek a public listing in the foreseeable future, which we believe would facilitate an orderly disposition of these shares. In the case of Tower and HelioFocus, we intend to distribute or monetize our stakes in these businesses over time, consistent with the growth and development of each business.
Follow disciplined capital allocation principles
As we execute our strategy, we intend to ensure the prudent use of our capital and do not plan to raise equity at the Kenon level to fund investments in our businesses. Additionally, we will refrain from making further investments in ZIM upon the consummation of its financial restructuring.
Accordingly, we will seek to adhere to the following disciplined capital allocation principles:
| refrain from investing in new entities outside of our existing businesses; |
| return proceeds from dispositions of our businesses to our shareholders; and |
| refrain from cross-allocating material amounts of cash flows received from our businesses or from dispositions of equity interests in our businesses, among our businesses. |
Our Businesses and Associated Companies
Set forth below is a description of our businesss and associated companies.
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IC Power
IC Power, which accounted for 18% of our revenues and 93% in our percentage of combined EBITDA in 2013, and 51% of our assets at the end of 2013, is a holding company of international power generation businesses that develops medium-to-large-scale, power facilities in rapidly growing markets. IC Power has operations in Peru, Israel, the Dominican Republic, Bolivia, El Salvador, Chile, Jamaica, Nicaragua and Colombia, and investments in Peru and Panama, consisting of power generation plants that utilize a range of fuel sources, including natural gas, hydroelectric, heavy fuel oil, diesel and wind. Collectively, IC Powers operations have a proportionate capacity of approximately 1,984 MWs as of December 31, 2013 (including Edegels proportionate capacity) and IC Powers operations are expected to have a proportionate capacity of approximately 2,797 MWs upon the completion of its construction projects, which includes its CDA and Samay I projects in Peru and CEPP in the Dominican Republic, and upon the sale of IC Powers 21% indirect equity interest in Edegel. IC Power operates through equity interests in various operating companies (the percentage of holdings stated alongside each operating company are, in some cases, indirect holdings) as set forth in the following graphic:
* | Has been contracted for sale. |
** | Includes a pipeline capacity of 1,110 MW under construction in Peru and 37 MW in the Dominican Republic. |
Note: This chart excludes intermediate holding companies and immaterial operating companies.
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The following table sets forth summary operational information regarding each of IC Powers operating companies, including its operating associates as of December 31, 2013:
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Kallpa |
Peru | 75 | % | Natural gas | 870 | 652 | July 2007 | 4 | ||||||||||||||
OPC |
Israel | 80 | % | Natural gas and Diesel |
440 | 352 | July 2013 | 2 | ||||||||||||||
COBEE |
Bolivia | 100 | % | Hydroelectric and natural gas |
228 | 228 | June 2007 | 3 | ||||||||||||||
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Chile | 87 | % | Diesel | 153 | 133 | December 2011 | 14 | ||||||||||||||
Nejapa |
El Salvador | 71 | % | Heavy fuel oil | 140 | 99 | June 2007 | 4 | ||||||||||||||
CEPP |
Dominican Republic |
97 | % | Heavy fuel oil | 67 | 65 | June 2007 | 11 | ||||||||||||||
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Jamaica | 100 | % | Heavy fuel oil | 60 | 60 | June 2007 | 7 | ||||||||||||||
Colmito |
Chile | 100 | % | Diesel | 58 | 58 | October 2013 | 28 | ||||||||||||||
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Peru | 21 | % | Hydroelectric and natural gas |
1,540 | 326 | June 2007 | 2 | ||||||||||||||
Pedregal |
Panama | 21 | % | Heavy fuel oil | 54 | 11 | June 2007 | 10 | ||||||||||||||
Total operating capacity |
3,610 | 1,984 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Total operating capacity, excluding Edegel |
2,070 | 1,658 | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Corinto |
Nicaragua | 65 | % | Heavy fuel oil | 71 | 46 | March 2014 | 4 | ||||||||||||||
Tipitapa Power |
Nicaragua | 65 | % | Heavy fuel oil | 51 | 33 | March 2014 | 6 | ||||||||||||||
Amayo I |
Nicaragua | 61 | % | Wind | 40 | 25 | March 2014 | 10 | ||||||||||||||
Amayo II |
Nicaragua | 61 | % | Wind | 23 | 14 | March 2014 | 13 | ||||||||||||||
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Colombia | 60 | % | Natural gas | 15 | 9 | March 2014 | | ||||||||||||||
Kallpa Las Flores |
Peru | 75 | % | Natural gas | 193 | 145 | April 2014 | | ||||||||||||||
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393 | 272 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Total capacity including acquired capacity |
4,003 | 2,256 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Total capacity, excluding Edegel (including acquired capacity) |
2,463 | 1,930 | ||||||||||||||||||||
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CDA |
Peru | 75 | % | Hydroelectric | 510 | 382 | | | ||||||||||||||
Samay I5 |
Peru | 75 | % | Diesel and natural gas |
600 | 449 | | | ||||||||||||||
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97 | % | Fuel oil | 37 | 36 | | | ||||||||||||||
Total pipeline capacity |
1,147 | 867 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Total capacity (including pipeline capacity) |
5,150 | 3,123 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Total capacity, excluding Edegel (including pipeline capacity) |
3,610 | 2,797 | ||||||||||||||||||||
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1. Total capacity includes 100% of the capacity of all of IC Powers operating companies and investments, regardless of the percentage owned. 2. Proportionate capacity includes the capacity of all of IC Powers operating companies and investments based upon the percentage ownership of IC Power in each operating company and investment. 3. IC Power acquired the remaining 84% stake in JPPC in May 2014. 4. Does not include the gas turbine N°7 unit of 117 MW, which has been out of service since October 2013. 5. On December 31, 2013, IC Power owned 100% of Samay I; IC Powers ownership interest decreased to 75% in March 2014. Energia del Pacifico executed its option for additional CDA shares and in process of registering its shareholding. |
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The following table sets forth summary financial information for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2013, with respect to IC Powers operating companies, including its operating associates, that were held by IC Power and operational during this entire period:
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Kallpa |
75 | $ | 394 | 105 | $ | 42 | $ | 67 | $ | 612 | $ | 365 | $ | 263 | 5,265 | 71 | 7,366 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
COBEE |
100 | 40 | 18 | 8 | 8 | 145 | 50 | 31 | 1,103 | 96 | 12,028 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Central Cardones |
87 | 11 | 6 | 2 | | 118 | 51 | 42 | | 98 | | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Nejapa |
71 | 135 | 10 | 5 | | 66 | | (12 | ) | 458 | 96 | 9,564 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
CEPP |
97 | 92 | 20 | 12 | | 77 | 38 | 27 | 379 | 87 | 9,665 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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21 | $ | 530 | $ | 169 | $ | 26 | 943 | $ | 283 | $ | 47 | 8,700 | 90 | 7,590 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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21 | 82 | 8 | 5 | 57 | 19 | 1 | 420 | 92 | 8,800 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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16 | 82 | (1 | ) | 1 | 103 | 12 | 1 | 60 | 88 | 8,164 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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1. | Does not reflect the summary financial information of (i) Inkia, IC Powers primary holding company, and other holdings and (ii) Cenergica, a wholly-owned subsidiary that maintains a fuel depot and marine terminal in El Salvador. |
2. | Proportionate EBITDA is defined as EBITDA less proportionate share in EBITDA attributable to minority interests held by third parties in IC Powers consolidated subsidiaries plus proportionate share in EBITDA from associates in which IC Power owns a minority interest. |
EBITDA | and Proportionate EBITDA are not recognized under IFRS or any other generally accepted accounting principles as measures of financial performance and should not be considered as substitutes for net income or loss, cash flow from operations or other measures of operating performance or liquidity determined in accordance with IFRS. EBITDA and Proportionate EBITDA are not intended to represent funds available for dividends or other discretionary uses because those funds are required for debt service, capital expenditures, working capital and other commitments and contingencies. EBITDA and Proportionate EBITDA present limitations that impair their use as a measure of profitability since they do not take into consideration certain costs and expenses that result from our business that could have a significant effect on our net income, such as financial expenses, taxes, depreciation, capital expenses and other related charges. The following table sets forth a reconciliation of each of our operating companies net income to its EBITDA and Proportionate EBITDA for the periods presented: |
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33 | 3 | 1 | | 1 | ||||||||||||||||||||
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26 | 3 | | 2 | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||
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141 | 18 | 7 | 13 | 21 | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Minus share in EBITDA attributable to minority interests held by third parties in IC Power subsidiaries |
(36 | ) | | (1 | ) | (3 | ) | (1 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
Plus proportionare share in EBITDA from associated companies in which IC Power owns a minority interest |
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Proportional EBITDA |
105 | 18 | 6 | 10 | 20 |
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3. | Proportionate net debt is defined as a percentage of IC Powers ownership in its consolidated subsidiaries multiplied by (consolidated financial debt minus cash and cash equivalents). Net debt is defined as total debt attributable to each of IC Powers operating companies, minus cash of such companies. Net debt is not a measure of liabilities in accordance with IFRS. The table below sets forth a reconciliation of net debt to total debt for each of IC Powers operating companies. |
Kallpa | COBEE | Central Cardones |
Nejapa | CEPP | Edegel | Pedregal | JPPC | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
(in millions of USD, unless otherwise indicated) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Total debt |
$365 | $50 | $51 | $ | $38 | $283 | $19 | $12 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Cash |
14 | 19 | 3 | 17 | 10 | 61 | 14 | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Net debt |
$351 | $31 | $48 | $(17) | $28 | $222 | $5 | $7 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Ownership Percentage |
75 | % | 100 | % | 87 | % | 71 | % | 97 | % | 21 | % | 21 | % | 16 | % | ||||||||||||||||
Proportionate Net Debt |
$263 | $31 | $42 | $(12) | $27 | $47 | $1 | $1 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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4. | Heat rate is defined as the number of BTUs of energy contained in the fuel required to produce a kilowatt-hour of energy (btu/kWh) for thermal plants. |
5. | Amounts for Edegel are based upon its financial position and results of operations denominated in Peruvian nuevo sole (PEN) and have been translated into US dollars at an exchange rate of 2.795:1 PEN/USD, the exchange rate in effect on December 31, 2013, for balance sheet amounts and an exchange rate of 2.701:1 PEN/USD, the average exchange rate for 2013, for income statement amounts. |
6. | IC Power acquired the remaining 84% stake in JPPC in May 2014. As of December 31, 2013, IC Power had a 16% equity interest in JPPC and accounted for JPPC as an investment. |
In April 2014, a subsidiary of IC Power entered into an agreement to sell its 21% indirect equity interest in Edegel, which accounted for 14% of IC Powers proportionate capacity as of April 2014, for $413 million. The sale of Edegel is expected to provide IC Power with cash for use in its continuing capital investment/expansion programs and operations and/or to repay a portion of Inkias outstanding bonds.
IC Powers Strengths
Historical growth through successful greenfield developments and acquisitions Since its acquisition of Inkia in 2007, IC Power has invested approximately $2 billion, including project financing and investments by minority shareholders, in the acquisition, development and expansion of its generation assets and has completed 12 development projects and acquisitions. IC Power leverages its core competencies project identification, evaluation, acquisition or construction, and operation to develop medium-to-large-scale, power generation facilities in attractive markets with relatively high gross domestic product growth rates and relatively low levels of per capita energy consumption. In 2012, IC Power completed its third expansion of Kallpas generation plant, the largest power plant in Peru in terms of capacity, adding 293 MW of capacity and converting Kallpas facility into a closed-combined cycle. In 2013, IC Power completed its construction of OPC, a 440 MW combined cycle power plant, the first large-scale power generation plant in Israel. In developing these and other power generation facilities, IC Power has entered into turnkey engineering, procurement and construction, or EPC, agreements, thereby limiting its exposure to construction overruns.
IC Powers successful completion of greenfield development and acquisition projects is reflected in average annual growth in its Proportionate EBITDA of approximately 32% between 2008 and 2013. Proportionate EBITDA is a non-IFRS measure. For a reconciliation of Proportionate EBITDA to net income, see Item 3A. Selected Financial Data.
Attractive pipeline of greenfield development projects under construction IC Power is currently developing two new facilities in Peru that are under construction: CDA a 510 MW run-of-the-river hydroelectric project, and Samay I a 600 MW open cycle diesel and natural gas (dual-fired) thermoelectric project. The completion of CDA and Samay I will contribute to IC Powers proportionate capacity, increasing IC Powers proportionate capacity by approximately 1,984 MWs as of December 31, 2013 (including Edegels proportionate capacity) and IC Powers operations are expected to have a proportionate capacity of approximately 2,797 MWs upon the completion of its construction projects, which includes its CDA and Samay I projects in Peru and CEPP in the Dominican Republic, and upon the sale of IC Powers 21% indirect equity interest in Edegel.
CDA, which is 75% owned by IC Power, is a project to construct a run-of-the-river hydroelectric plant in central Peru. The plant will have an installed capacity of 510 MW, making CDA the largest private hydroelectric power plant ever constructed in Peru. Commercial operation of CDAs hydroelectric plant is expected to commence in the second half of 2016.
Samay I, which is also 75% owned by IC Power, is a project to construct an open cycle diesel and natural gas (dual-fired) thermoelectric plant in southern Peru, with an installed capacity of approximately 600 MW and at an estimated cost of $380 million. Samay I is expected to have three operational stages, illustrating IC Powers strategy to develop assets that can be expanded through further investment: (i) operation as a cold reserve plant operating with diesel until natural gas becomes
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available in the area; (ii) operation as a natural gas-fired power plant once a new natural gas pipeline is built and natural gas becomes available to the facility and (iii) conversion of this facility to combined cycle operations. Commercial operation of Samay I are expected in the first half of 2016.
In addition to CDA and Samay I, IC Power also has a number of other, earlier stage greenfield opportunities, that it is actively pursuing in order to support long term growth of the business.
Attractive footprint in high growth markets IC Powers operations are currently focused in Latin American and Caribbean markets primarily Peru each of which are characterized by relatively high rates of growth of gross domestic product and relatively low base levels of per capita energy consumption (in comparison to those of developed markets). In July 2013, IC Power also commenced commercial operation in Israel, operating the first large-scale private power generator in the country. IC Power expects growth in such markets, particularly Peru, and believes that such growth will drive increases in per capita energy consumption and will therefore offer IC Power the opportunity to generate attractive, risk-adjusted returns through additional investments in electricity generation assets.
IC Power is a leader in its core market, Peru, which represented and stays proportionate EBITDA, and 1,123 MW, or 53%, of IC Powers proportionate capacity as of December 31, 2013, including amendment for Las Flores, which IC Power acquired on April 1, 2014, and excluding contributions relating to Edegel, which IC Power has agreed to sell. Peru is one of the fastest growing economies in Latin America, with a 5-year average GDP growth of approximately 6% through 2013, according to Perus National Institute of Statistics and Information. IC Powers largest asset, Kallpa, operates the largest power plant in Peru in terms of capacity. IC Powers current pipeline will provide an additional 1,110 MW of capacity to meet the anticipated increase in Peruvian demand for power, that is expected to result, in part, from substantial investments in Perus energy-intensive mining industry.
Long-term power agreements that limit exposure to market fluctuations IC Powers operating companies typically enter into long-term power purchase agreements, limiting their exposure to fluctuations in energy spot market rates and generating strong and predictable cash flows, although IC Power operates in challenging jurisdictions that subject it to numerous regulatory or counterparty risks. In 2013, IC Power sold 89% of its aggregate capacity and energy sales, pursuant to long-term PPAs. A significant portion of IC Powers PPAs are (i) indexed to the corresponding power plants operating fuel and/or (ii) provide for payment in U.S. Dollars, or are linked to the U.S. Dollar, thereby providing IC Power with hedges against fuel price and exchange rate fluctuations. IC Powers long-term customers include governments, quasi-government entities, large local distribution companies, and non-regulated customers or users, including subsidiaries of large multi-national corporations, which IC Power believes have strong credit profiles, which mitigates the risk of customer default.
Optimized processes during operational excellence IC Power seeks to optimize its power generation process through its use of leading technologies (e.g., Siemens, General Electric, Mitsubishi and Andritz turbines), thereby enabling its power generation assets to perform at efficient and high reliability levels. IC Power believes that its strong operating performance has helped it to maintain strong availability rates, as indicated by IC Powers generation plants weighted average availability rates of 95% and 93% in 2013 and 2012, respectively. IC Powers operating performance is driven by its experienced staff, long-term service agreements with OEMs, and the disciplined maintenance of its generation assets.
IC Power also seeks to optimize its revenue streams by monitoring, and adjusting as appropriate, the capacity it sells to consumers through the spot market, so as to maintain stability and minimize volatility in margins. In 2013, 11% of IC Powers sales were on the spot market. IC Powers management actively assesses the mechanisms by which it sells its capacity (i.e. PPA versus spot market sales) in light of fluctuating industry dynamics, seeking to achieve the optimum balance between the stability of earnings it achieves through long-term PPAs and the maximization of profit.
Experienced management team with strong local presence IC Powers management team has extensive experience in the power generation business. IC Powers executive officers have an average of more than 16 years of experience in the power generation industry, and IC Powers core management team have been working together in large generation companies since 1996. IC Power believes that this overall level of experience contributes to its ability to effectively manage its existing operating companies, identify, evaluate and integrate high quality growth opportunities within and outside Latin America.
IC Powers local teams provide in-depth market knowledge and power industry experience. The management teams of IC Powers operating companies consist primarily of local executives that have significant
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experience working in the local energy industry with local government regulators. IC Power believes the market-specific experience of its local management provides it with visibility into the local regulatory, political and business environment in each of the countries in which it operates.
IC Powers management is compensated in part on the basis of the financial performance of the business, which incentivizes management to continue to improve operating results.
IC Powers Strategies
Successfully develop and acquire generation assets in key markets IC Power has developed core competencies in identifying, evaluating, constructing and operating greenfield development projects and acquisitions throughout Latin America, the Caribbean and Israel. IC Power seeks to develop generation assets in relatively stable, growing, economies with relatively low levels of per capita energy consumption. IC Power seeks to develop assets that can be expanded through further investment, providing IC Power with the ability to further expand an asset in connection with market trends and industry developments. For example, IC Powers Las Flores asset, which commenced commercial operation in May 2010, has the necessary permits for a future 190 MW gas-fired expansion and has sufficient space to locate such a facility, as well as a combined cycle expansion, on its existing premises.
IC Power also seeks to enter into, and/or expand its presence in, key emerging markets, such as Chile and Colombia, by acquiring controlling interests in operating assets to anchor its geographical expansion. For example, IC Power recently acquired generation assets in Colombia and Nicaragua through its (i) acquisition of a 60% equity interest in Surpetroil, a Colombian company that utilizes stranded natural gas reserves and (ii) acquisition of AEI Nicaragua, which provides IC Power with controlling interests in two fuel oil and two wind energy Nicaraguan generation companies. Consistent with its strategy of acquiring controlling interests as a means of geographical expansion, in May 2014, IC Power increased its equity ownership in JPPC by acquiring a controlling interest, which operates two diesel generation units operating on heavy fuel oil and a combined-cycle steam turbine plant in Jamaica, from 16% to 100%.
Continue to finance greenfield development projects with the support of long-term PPAs IC Powers strategy of generating strong and predictable cash flows from long-term PPAs has enabled it to successfully secure bank and bond financing from a diverse international lender base for its development and construction projects. Where possible, and depending upon the operating fuel of the plant, IC Power seeks to enter into long-term capacity PPAs prior to committing to a project so as to accurately assess expected cash flows and margins of a particular development project in advance of committing to such project and facilitate project financing for such projects. For example, although CDA has yet to commence commercial operation, CDA has sourced and entered into long-term PPAs for a significant portion of its expected capacity and has contracted the vast majority of the estimated firm energy it expects to generate between 2018 and 2027. The cash flows associated with such PPAs have provided CDA with an attractive credit profile and assets for collateralization that have been used to finance its development. Similarly, the Peruvian government has guaranteed capacity revenue for 100% of Samay Is expected capacity for a 20-year period at rates above regulated capacity rates, which is expected to benefit Samay I as it seeks to obtain project financing.
Optimize portfolio to maximize shareholder value IC Power regularly assesses its portfolio of operating companies and investments, seeking to concentrate its resources on expansion and acquisition opportunities that conform to its development strategies, i.e., projects that diversify its generation base, offer attractive, risk-adjusted return profiles, and in which IC Power can maintain a controlling interest. IC Power actively manages its portfolio in light of its debt repayment obligations, specific risk management and exposure concerns, changing industry dynamics in a particular country or region, and flexibility with respect to the funding of new projects. By selling its equity interests in certain of its assets, when and if appropriate, IC Power may also monetize a portion of the value created by its operating companies and investment. For example, IC Power has recently entered into an agreement to divest its 21% indirect equity interest in Edegel, a large, relatively mature, Peruvian generation company. The sale of Edegel is expected to provide IC Power with cash for use in its continuing capital investment/expansion programs and operations and/or to repay a portion of Inkias outstanding bonds.
IC Powers Industry Overview
IC Powers operations are focused in Latin American and Caribbean markets primarily Peru that are characterized by relatively high rates of growth of GDP and relatively low base levels of per capita energy consumption (in comparison to those of developed markets). In July 2013, IC Power also commenced commercial operation in Israel, operating the first large-scale private power producers in the country.
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In Latin America and the Caribbean, the power utility market generally allows for the sale and delivery of power from power generators (private or government owned) to distribution companies (private or government owned) and to industrial consumers. In these particular countries, there is typically structural segregation between the companies involved in power generation and the companies involved in power transmission and distribution. In most of these countries, the government operates the power grid, and transmission services are provided on an open access basis, i.e. the transmission company must transmit power through the grid, and in exchange, the transmission company charges a transmission rate set by the supervisory authority or based on a competitive process. In the markets where private- and government-owned entities compete in the power generation sector, transmission and distribution services are conducted subject to exclusive franchises, effectively regulating the transmission and distribution operations. Although permits are required in each of the countries in which IC Power operates, the markets in these countries generally have no material regulatory barriers to entry. The financial resources required to enter these markets and the significant costs associated with the construction of power facilities, however, pose barriers to entry.
The following table sets forth summary country information for the countries in which IC Power operates, as of December 31, 2013:
Market |
2013 GDP1 |
GDP Compounded Annual Growth (2010 2013)2 |
Credit Rating3 |
Capacity (MW) |
Reserve Margin4 |
GWh Consumption |
GWh Consumption Compounded Annual Growth (2010 2013) |
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Peru |
207 | 6.1 | % | Baa2 | 7,822 | 38 | % | 39,669 | 7.0 | % | ||||||||||||||||||
Israel |
292 | 3.8 | % | A1 | 14,607 | 5 | 1 | % | 54,838 | 5 | 1.8 | % | ||||||||||||||||
Dominican Republic |
61 | 4.2 | % | B1 | 3,622 | 27 | % | 13,850 | 4.9 | % | ||||||||||||||||||
Bolivia |
30 | 5.7 | % | Ba3 | 1,480 | 23 | % | 7,013 | 6.4 | % | ||||||||||||||||||
El Salvador |
25 | 1.9 | % | Ba3 | 1,483 | 32 | % | 6,028 | 2.3 | % | ||||||||||||||||||
Chile |
277 | 5.1 | % | Aa3 | 18,900 | 197 | % | 68,514 | 5.3 | % | ||||||||||||||||||
Jamaica |
14 | 0.5 | % | Caa3 | 933 | 10 | % | 4,142 | 0.0 | % | ||||||||||||||||||
Nicaragua |
11 | 4.9 | % | B3 | 1,290 | 49 | % | 2,950 | 6.0 | % | ||||||||||||||||||
Colombia |
382 | 5.0 | % | Baa3 | 14,559 | 38 | % | 62,196 | 3.5 | % | ||||||||||||||||||
Panama |
40 | 9.9 | % | Baa2 | 2,190 | 21 | % | 8,583 | 6.6 | % | ||||||||||||||||||
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1. | Expressed in billions of USD at constant prices. Source: International Monetary Fund |
2. | CAGR 2010-2013. Source: International Monetary Fund |
3. | Government Bond Ratings, local currency. Source: Moodys |
4. | A measure of available capacity over and above the capacity needed to meet normal peak demands. |
5. | Source: IEC financial statements for 2013 and OPC internal data. Represents sales of IEC and OPC only, and excludes other small IPPs and Cogeneration Facilities. |
The following discussion sets forth a brief description of the key electricity markets in which IC Power operates.
Peru
The power utility market in Peru is the primary market of operation for IC Power and, driven by the growth in GDP, Peruvian energy consumption has grown in recent years. Perus natural resources and increasing global prices for commodities have led to increased energy-intensive mining activity, which has supported the increase in Perus energy consumption. An increase in domestic demand has also led to an increase in investments in value-added manufacturing processes to create products to serve the domestic market and for export.
According to the Peruvian National Institute of Statistics and Information (Instituto Nacional de Estadistica e Informatica), Peru had a population of approximately 30.5 million as of December 31, 2013. According to the Peruvian Central Reserve Bank (Banco Central de Reserva del Peru), Peruvian GDP grew by 5.0% and 6.3% in 2013 and 2012, respectively. In Peru, power is generally generated by companies which operate hydroelectric and natural gas based power stations. Hydroelectric plants and thermal plants accounted for 39% and 58% of Peruvian capacity, respectively, as of December 31, 2013, according to COES. In addition, a small percentage of Perus capacity was provided by renewable energy plants (e.g., solar, biomass, and run-to-the-river hydro plants). As of December 31, 2013, hydroelectric plants in Peru had a capacity of 3,057 MW and thermal plants in Peru had a capacity of 4,525 MW, according to COES.
Since 1992, the Peruvian market has been operating based upon a marginal generation cost system. A government agency determines which generation facilities will be in operation at any given time with a view to
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maintaining minimum energy costs. Energy units are activated on a real-time basis; units with lower variable generation costs are activated first. The variable cost for the most recent generation unit activated in each time period determines the price of electricity in such time period for those generation companies that sell or buy power on the spot market.
Peruvian generation companies sell their capacity and energy under PPAs or in the spot market. The principal consumers under PPAs are distribution companies and other unregulated consumers. Under regulations governing the Peruvian power sector, customers with capacity demand between 200 kW and 2,500 kW may participate in the unregulated power market and enter into PPAs directly with generation companies. PPAs to sell capacity and energy to distribution companies for resale to regulated customers must be made at fixed prices based on public bids received by the distribution companies from generation companies or at the applicable bus bar tariff set by the OSINERGMIN. Generation companies are authorized to buy and sell capacity and energy in the spot market to cover their needs and the commitments under their PPAs.
The following table sets forth a summary of energy sales in the Peruvian market for the periods presented:
Energy Sales Under PPAs | ||||||||
Year Ended December 31, |
Distribution | Other Unregulated |
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2009 |
15,204 | 11,958 | ||||||
2010 |
16,810 | 12,682 | ||||||
2011 |
17,888 | 13,904 | ||||||
2012 |
18,961 | 14,661 | ||||||
2013 |
19,880 | 15,841 | ||||||
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Source: OSINERGMIN
The demand for power and electricity in Peru is served by a variety of generation companies, including Kallpa, Edegel, ElectroPeru, a state-owned generation company whose primary generation facilities are hydroelectric plants, Enersur S.A., a subsidiary of GDF Suez S.A., and Duke Energy Egenor S. en C. por A., a subsidiary of Duke Energy Corp.
The following table sets forth a summary of the principal generation companies in Peru, indicating their capacity by type of generation, as of December 31, 2013:
Capacity as of December 31, 2013 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Hydro | Open-Cycle Natural Gas |
Combined- Cycle Natural Gas |
Coal | Heavy Fuel Oil |
Dual Fuel |
Other | Total | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Enersur |
137 | | 808 | 140 | 179 | 498 | | 1,762 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Edegel1 |
750 | 200 | 485 | | | 105 | | 1,540 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
ElectroPeru |
886 | | | | 16 | | | 902 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Kallpa2 |
| | 870 | | | | | 870 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Egenor3 |
359 | 363 | | | 55 | | 16 | 793 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Other generation companies |
925 | 475 | | | 144 | 187 | 224 | 1,955 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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1. | Includes Edegel and Chinango and does not include the gas turbine N°7 unit, which has been out of service since October 2013. |
2. | Represents installed capacity and does not include the capacity of Las Flores, which Kallpa acquired from Eqenor in April 2014. |
3. | Includes Egenor and Termoselva. Includes Las Flores. |
Israel
According to the Israel Central Bureau of Statistics, Israel had a population of approximately 8.1 million as of December 31, 2013. According to the Bank of Israel, Israeli GDP grew by 3.3% and 3.4% in 2013 and 2012, respectively. Israels power generation units utilize fossil fuels almost exclusively. Natural gas plants, coal fuel plants, diesel power plants and renewable fuel plants accounted for approximately 57%, 33%, 7% and 3% of Israels installed capacity as of December 31, 2013, respectively, based upon information available from IECs financial reports for 2013 and the PUAE. As of December 31, 2013, the installed capacity in Israel was 14,607 MW, of which 8,281 MW is natural gas power facilities in Israel, according to IEC.
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Until recently, the state-owned IEC operated as the sole provider of electricity in Israel. However, PUAE incentives have encouraged private investments in the Israeli power generation market and OPC, and other private developers, now operate in the market with significant capacity. Sales of private producers are generally made on the basis of PPAs for the sale of energy to customers, with prices linked to the tariff issued by the PUAE. The PUAE operates a time of use tariff, which provides different energy rates for different seasons (e.g., summer and winter) and different periods of time during the day. For information on the risks related to the PUAEs tariffs, see Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Related to IC Power The production and profitability of private power generation companies in Israel may be adversely affected by changes in Israels regulatory environment.
The following table sets forth a summary of energy sales in the Israeli market for the periods presented:
Energy Sales | ||||
Year Ended December 31, |
Distribution | |||
(GWh) | ||||
2009 |
48,947 | |||
2010 |
52,037 | |||
2011 |
53,062 | |||
2012 |
57,085 | |||
2013 |
54,838 | 1 | ||
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Sources: IEC, OPC
Source: IEC financial statements for 2013 and OPC internal data. Represents sales of IEC and OPC only, and excludes other small IPPs and Cogeneration Facilities.
IEC has been classified by the Electricity Market Law as an essential service provider and, as such, is subject to basic obligations concerning the proper management of the Israeli power utility market. These obligations include the filing of development plans, management of Israels power system, management of Israels power transmission and distribution systems, provision of backup and infrastructure services to private power producers and consumers, and the purchase of power from private power producers.
Dominican Republic
According to the Dominican Republics National Statistics Office (Oficina Nacional de Estadística), the Dominican Republic had a population of approximately 10.3 million as of December 2013. According to the Dominican Central Bank (Banco Central de la Republica Dominicana), Dominican GDP grew by 4.1% and 3.9% in 2013 and 2012, respectively. Based upon information available from the Coordinating Body (Organismo Coordinador), or OC, as of December 31, 2013, fuel-oil plants accounted for 41% of the Dominican capacity and hydroelectric plants accounted for 16%. The remainder of Dominican capacity is provided by open-cycle and combined-cycle plants fueled by natural gas, and thermal plants fueled by coal. As of December 31, 2013, hydroelectric plants in the Dominican Republic had a capacity of 583 MW, and thermal plants in the Dominican Republic had a capacity of 3,039 MW, according to the OC.
Dominican generation companies sell capacity and energy under PPAs or in the spot market. The following table sets forth a summary of capacity and energy sales in the Dominican market for the periods presented:
Capacity Sales | Energy Sales | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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Year Ended December 31, |
Distribution | Other Unregulated |
Spot Market |
Distribution | Other Unregulated |
Spot Market |
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2009 |
1,369 | 100 | 179 | 9,336 | 961 | 910 | ||||||||||||||||||
2010 |
1,366 | 115 | 337 | 10,165 | 1,026 | 926 | ||||||||||||||||||
2011 |
1,377 | 111 | 529 | 9,877 | 1,107 | 2,615 | ||||||||||||||||||
2012 |
1,429 | 238 | 634 | 11,084 | 1,792 | 2,657 | ||||||||||||||||||
2013 |
1,676 | 212 | 569 | 10,929 | 2,164 | 3,114 | ||||||||||||||||||
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Bolivia
According to the Bolivian National Institute of Statistics (Instituto Nacional de Estadistica), Bolivia had a population of approximately 11.0 million as of 2013. According to the Bolivian Central Bank (Banco Central de
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Bolivia), Bolivian GDP grew by 6.5% and 5.2% in 2013 and 2012, respectively. Based upon information available from the CNDC, as of December 31, 2013 thermal plants fueled by natural gas accounted for 64% of Bolivian capacity and hydroelectric plants accounted for 32%. As of December 31, 2013, thermal plants in Bolivia had a capacity of 948 MW and hydroelectric plants in Bolivia had a capacity of 476 MW, according to the CNDC.
Following the nationalization of Empresa Eléctrica Guaracachi S.A., Empresa Eléctrica Valle Hermoso S.A. and Empresa Eléctrica Corani S.A. in May 2010 by the Government of Bolivia, all of the generation companies currently developing power projects in Bolivia are government-owned entities. It is unclear whether the Government of Bolivia will continue nationalizing entities involved in its power utility market and it is unclear whether such nationalization (if any) would be adequately compensated for by the Bolivian Government. For further information on the Bolivian Governments acts of nationalization, see Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Related to IC Power The Government of Bolivia has nationalized energy industry assets, and IC Powers remaining operations in Bolivia may also be nationalized.
Bolivian generation companies sell capacity and energy under PPAs or in the spot market. The following table sets forth a summary of capacity and energy sales in the Bolivian market for the periods presented:
Capacity Sales | Energy Sales | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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Year Ended December 31, |
Distribution | Other Unregulated |
Spot Market |
Distribution | Other Unregulated |
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2009 |
| 48 | 892 | | 397 | 5,000 | ||||||||||||||||||
2010 |
| 50 | 959 | | 382 | 5,432 | ||||||||||||||||||
2011 |
| 47 | 1,005 | | 368 | 5,934 | ||||||||||||||||||
2012 |
| 43 | 1,060 | | 369 | 6,236 | ||||||||||||||||||
2013 |
| 47 | 1,119 | | 368 | 6,645 | ||||||||||||||||||
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El Salvador
According to the National Institute of Statistics of El Salvadors Ministry of Economy (Dirección General de Estadísticas y Censos, Ministerio de Economía de El Salvador), El Salvador had a population of approximately 6.3 million in 2013. According to the COPADES (Consultants for Corporate Development), Salvadorian GDP grew by 1.7% and 1.9% in 2013 and 2012, respectively. Hydroelectric plants accounted for 32% of El Salvadors capacity as of December 31, 2013 and geothermal plants accounted for 14%, based upon information available from the SIGET. The remainder of El Salvadors capacity is provided by thermal plants powered by heavy fuel oil, diesel and bio-mass. As of December 31, 2013, hydroelectric plants in El Salvador had a capacity of 473 MW, geothermal plants in El Salvador had a capacity of 204 MW, and thermal plants in El Salvador had a capacity of 789 MW.
Prior to August 2011, a market for capacity sales did not exist and consumers of electricity, including unregulated consumers, purchased only energy. However, as a result of regulatory changes, and similar to generation companies operating in the Peruvian market, Salvadorian generation companies sell capacity and energy under PPAs or in the spot market.
The following table sets forth a summary of capacity and energy sales in the Salvadorian market for the periods presented:
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Year Ended December 31, |
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2009 |
| | 1,942 | 3,558 | ||||||||||||
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555 | 404 | 2,745 | 3,011 | ||||||||||||
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655 | 332 | 3,122 | 2,761 | ||||||||||||
2013 |
715 | 285 | 3,823 | 2,177 | ||||||||||||
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Chile
According to the Chilean National Institute of Statistics, Chile had a population of approximately 17.6 million in 2013. According to the Chilean Central Bank (Banco Central de Chile), Chilean GDP grew by 4.1% and 5.6% in 2013 and 2012, respectively. Two of Chiles four power systems represent a significant portion of its 18,900 MW electricity market. The largest of such systems is the Central Interconnected System, or SIC, which has a capacity of 14,147 MW, primarily consisting of hydroelectric, coal-based power stations and open cycle stations using liquid natural gas or diesel, which accounted for 42%, 17%, and 20% of the SICs capacity as of December 31, 2013. SIC serves over 90% of the Chilean population. The remaining systems have a capacity of 4,753 MW.
The following table sets forth a summary of capacity and energy sales in the Chilean market for the periods presented:
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2009 |
4,299 | 880 | 33,392 | 6,009 | ||||||||||||
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4,639 | 941 | 35,939 | 5,123 | ||||||||||||
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4,663 | 1,205 | 38,364 | 5,440 | ||||||||||||
2012 |
4,754 | 1,438 | 36,967 | 9,315 | ||||||||||||
2013 |
5,351 | 1,334 | 41,147 | 6,630 | ||||||||||||
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IC Powers Description of Operations
IC Powers operations are focused in Latin American and Caribbean markets primarily Peru that are characterized by relatively high rates of GDP growth and relatively low base levels of per capita energy consumption (in comparison to those of developed markets). In July 2013, IC Power also commenced commercial operation in Israel, operating the first large-scale private power plant in the country. Collectively, IC Powers operations have a proportionate capacity of approximately 1,984 MWs as of December 31, 2013 (including Edegels proportionate capacity) and IC Powers operations are expected to have a proportionate capacity of approximately 2,797 MWs upon the completion of its construction projects, which includes its CDA and Samay I projects in Peru and CEPP in the Dominican Republic, and upon the sale of IC Powers 21% indirect equity interest in Edegel. IC Powers portfolio includes power generation plants that operate on a range of fuel sources, including natural gas, hydroelectric, heavy fuel oil, diesel and wind.
IC Power owns, operates and develops power plants to generate and sell electricity to distribution companies and unregulated consumers under long-term PPAs and to the spot market. IC Powers largest asset is its Kallpa facility, a combined-cycle plant in Peru that includes three gas-fired generation turbines and is the largest power plant in Peru, in terms of capacity. In 2013, 89% of IC Powers energy and capacity sales were pursuant to long-term PPAs, reducing IC Powers exposure to fluctuating electricity and fuel prices. During the year ended December 31, 2013, IC Power sold 4,282 GWh of electricity to distribution companies, 4,911 GWh of electricity, representing 48% of volume sold, respectively, to consumers in the unregulated markets and 1,129 GWh of electricity, representing 11% of volume sold, respectively, in the spot markets. IC Power sold 10,322 GWh of electricity during the year ended December 31, 2013. During the year ended December 31, 2013, IC Powers operations in Peru generated 45% of IC Powers consolidated revenues and 64% of IC Powers proportionate EBITDA (in each case, excluding the results of Edegel, which IC Power has agreed to sell).
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The following charts set forth the relative percentage of IC Powers proportionate capacity by energy source and country, as of December 31, 2013:
1. | Total capacity excluding Edegel and operating assets acquired in 2014 (185 MW in Nicaragua, 15 MW in Colombia and 193 MW in Peru) and including 100% of JPPC. |
Peru
Kallpa
Kallpa is 75% owned by IC Power; the remaining 25% is held by Energía del Pacífico S.A., or Energía del Pacífico, a member of the Quimpac group. Kallpa is IC Powers largest asset and owns and operates the largest power generation facility in Peru, in terms of capacity. Kallpas thermoelectric plant has a capacity of 870 MW, representing 11% of the total capacity in Peru. Following the 2012 conversion of this plants three natural gas powered open-cycle generation turbines into a combined cycle with a 293 MW steam turbine, the plant primarily utilizes natural gas for its operations. IC Power completed the conversion of Kallpas facility in August 2012, at a cost of $337 million. In April 2014, Kallpa completed its $114 million purchase of the 193 MW single turbine natural gas fired plant Las Flores, located in Chilca, Peru, increasing Kallpas capacity from 870 MW to 1,063 MW. Las Flores, which commenced its commercial operation in May 2010, has permits for a future 190 MW gas-fired expansion and has sufficient space to locate such a facility, as well as a combined cycle expansion, on its existing premises.
During the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, Kallpa generated revenues of $394 million and $276 million, respectively, representing 45% and 48% of IC Powers consolidated revenues, respectively. During the year ended December 31, 2013, Kallpa generated 5,458 GWh of energy, representing 14% of the Peruvian interconnected systems energy requirements.
The following table sets forth certain information regarding each of Kallpas turbines for each of the periods presented:
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Kallpa I |
2007 | 186 | 1,250 | 96 | 1,146 | 96 | ||||||||||||||||||
Kallpa II |
2009 | 194 | 1,229 | 96 | 1,210 | 88 | ||||||||||||||||||
Kallpa III |
2010 | 197 | 1,212 | 94 | 1,286 | 92 | ||||||||||||||||||
Kallpa IV1 |
2012 | 293 | 1,767 | 86 | 642 | 97 | ||||||||||||||||||
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1. | Kallpa IV is the steam turbine constructed to convert the Kallpa plant to combined cycle, which commenced operations in August 2012. |
2. | Includes capacity of Kallpa I, Kallpa II, Kallpa III and Kallpa IV, but excludes capacity of Las Flores, which IC Power acquired in April 2014. |
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Kallpas turbines are maintained according to a predefined schedule based upon the running hours of each engine and the manufacturer specifications particular to it. Kallpa anticipates the first maintenance of its Kallpa IV turbine to occur in 2017 or 2018. Kallpas maintenance schedule is coordinated with, and approved by, the COES. Kallpa is also party to a services contract with Siemens Energy, Inc. and a supply and support contract with Siemens Power Generation, Inc., each of which provides for an 18-year term of service for each of the Kallpa I, II and III turbines, or the equivalent of 100,000 hours of operation, beginning in March 2006, in December 2007, and in July 2008, respectively.
IC Power, through Inkia, has entered into a shareholders agreement, which grants protective minority rights to Kallpas minority shareholder. For further information on IC Powers shareholder agreements, see IC Powers Shareholder Agreements and for further information on the risks related to IC Powers shareholder agreements, see Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Related to IC Power IC Power has granted rights to the minority holders of certain of its subsidiaries.
CDA
CDA is 75% owned by IC Power; the remaining 25% is held by Energía del Pacífico. In October 2010, Kallpa entered into and in May 2011, Kallpa transferred to CDA a concession agreement with the Government of Peru granting Kallpa the right to construct and operate a run-of-the-river hydroelectric project on the Mantaro River in central Peru, or the CDA Project. The plant will have an installed capacity of 510 MW.
Construction of the hydroelectric plant is underway (approximately 40% advanced) and there is no certainty that the facility will be constructed in accordance with current expectations. CDA has not yet commenced commercial operation and has not yet recognized any revenues or operating income from its operations. CDA has entered into two master PPAs a 10-year, $80 million per full year PPA and a 15-year, $90 million per full year PPA which will account for a significant portion of its expected capacity. It is expected that CDA will commence commercial operation of the hydroelectric plant, in the second half of 2016.
The CDA Project is estimated to cost approximately $910 million, including a $50 million budget for contingencies. The CDA Project is financed with a $591 million syndicated credit facility, representing 65% of the total estimated cost of the project, with export credit agencies, development banks and private banks, and collateralized by the assets of the project, which we refer to as the CDA Project Finance Facility. The remaining 35% of the CDA Projects cost has been financed with equity from each of Inkia and Energía del Pacífico, in proportion to their ownership interests in CDA. IC Power has invested $239 million in CDA, representing IC Powers portion of its equity funding commitment for this project. Energia del Pacifico has invested $80 million in CDA, representing Energia del Pacificos portion of its equity funding. In connection with the CDA Project Finance Facility, each of Inkia and Energía del Pacífico entered into an equity contribution and retention agreement with the administrative agent under the CDA Project Finance Facility and agreed, among other things, to provide contingent equity and credit support to cover cost overruns (this support obligation is limited to $44 million in the case of IC Power). As of March 31, 2014, CDA has invested $404 million into the development of the CDA Project and has drawn $260 million under its the CDA Project Finance Facility. For further information regarding the terms of the CDA senior secured syndicated credit facility, see Item 5B. Liquidity and Capital Resources IC Powers Liquidity and Capital Resources IC Powers Material Indebtedness CDA Project Finance Facility.
In November 2011, CDA and Astaldi S.p.A. and GyM S.A., as contractors operating under the consortium name of Consorcio Rio Mantaro S.A., or Rio Mantaro, individually entered into a turnkey engineering, procurement and construction contract for the CDA Project, which we refer to as the CDA EPC Contract, pursuant to which each of Astaldi S.p.A. and GyM S.A. committed, on a joint and several basis, to provide all services necessary for the design, engineering, procurement, construction, testing and commissioning of the CDA project for approximately $700 million, payable on a monthly basis to Rio Mantaro based upon construction completed in the previous calendar month. CDAs payments to Rio Mantaro are subject to adjustments made in accordance with the CDA EPC Contract.
In April 2014, Rio Mantaro, on behalf of each of Astaldi S.p.A. and GyM S.A., delivered a claim to CDA, requesting a six-month extension for its completion of the CDA project and an approximately $92 million increase in the total contract price of the CDA project. CDA responded to Rio Mantaros claim in July 2014, setting forth its belief that, although required by the EPC Contract as a condition to making a claim, each of Astaldi S.p.A. and GyM S.A. has failed to illustrate that (i) the events giving rise to its right to demand an
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extension in time or an adjustment to the lump sum price were attributable to acts or omissions on the part of CDA, (ii) other force majeure events have occurred, or (iii) other causes that contractually create the right of such extension of time or adjustment of price have occurred. To date, the parties have resolved the major issues underlying the contractors claim and IC Power is continuing to engage CDAs contractors on the outstanding issues. As a result, IC Power believes that the risk of loss with respect to such claims is remote and that CDA will commence commercial operation in the second half of 2016. Pursuant to the terms of the EPC contract, the parties may commence arbitration proceedings after the completion of a 30-day negotiation process that does not result in an agreement. However, as of yet, the parties have not initiated this negotiation process.
Samay I
Samay I is 75% owned by IC Power; the remaining 25% is held by Energía del Pacífico. On November 29, 2013, Samay I won a public bid auction conducted by the Peruvian Investment Promotion Agency to build an open cycle diesel and natural gas (dual-fired) thermoelectric plant in Mollendo, Arequipa (southern Peru), with an installed capacity of approximately 600 MW at an estimated cost of $380 million, 80% of which is expected to be financed with a credit facility and 20% of which has been financed with equity from each of Inkia and Energía del Pacífico. Samay I is expected to have three operational stages: (i) as a cold reserve plant operating with diesel until natural gas becomes available in the area, which is not expected to occur before 2020; (ii) as a natural gas-fired power plant once a new natural gas pipeline is built and natural gas becomes available to the facility; and (iii) as a combined cycle thermoelectric plant. Samay Is agreement with the Peruvian government is for a 20-year period, with fixed monthly capacity payments and pass-through of all variable costs during the cold reserve phase, representing an aggregate amount of approximately $1 billion over the 20-year term of this agreement. Construction of Samay Is thermoelectric plant is in its early stages and Samay I is still in the process of securing debt financing for this project. There is no certainty that the facility will be constructed in accordance with current expectations. Samay I has not yet commenced commercial operation and has not yet recognized any revenues or operating income from its operations. It is expected that Samay I will commence commercial operation of the thermoelectric plant in the first half of 2016, in accordance with the terms of its agreement with the Peruvian government. As of March 31, 2014, Samay I has invested $26 million into the development of the facility.
Edegel
Edegel, the largest generator of electricity in Peru, is 21% owned by IC Power (via Inkias wholly-owned subsidiary Southern Cone, which has a 39% equity interest in Generandes, an entity that, in turn, has a 54.2% equity interest in the outstanding shares of Edegel). Empresa Nacional de Electricidad S.A., or Endesa Chile, a subsidiary of Enel SpA, one of the worlds largest electricity companies, owns 29.4% of Edegel; the remaining shares are held publicly. Endesa Chile also owns 61% of Generandes. In April 2014, IC Power entered into an agreement to sell 21% indirect equity interest in Edegel to Enersis, a subsidiary of Edegels indirect controlling shareholder, for $413 million (which is expected to result in recognition of approximately $88 million of net profit, if consummated). IC Power is entitled to receive its proportionate share of earnings generated by Edegel up to the closing of the transaction. The sale of IC Powers equity interest in Edegel is subject to regulatory approval by INDECOPI. For information on the risks related to IC Powers sale of Edegel, see Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Related to IC Power IC Power could face risks in connection with the disposals of its interests in businesses, including risks in connection with its agreement to sell its interest in Edegel.
Edegel had a capacity of 1,540 MW as of December 31, 2013, representing approximately 20% of the total capacity in Peru. During the year ended December 31, 2013, Edegel generated 8,700 GWh of energy, representing 22% of the Peruvian interconnected systems energy requirements, contributed $26 million in dividends to IC Power, and represented 94% of IC Powers share in income of associated companies. Edegels shares are traded on the Lima Stock Exchange (Bolsa de Valores de Lima) and, in connection therewith, Edegel publishes quarterly and annual financial reports. As IC Power maintained a non-controlling interest in Edegel and accounted for Edegels ownership in its share in income of associated companies, the sale of Edegel will not impact IC Powers consolidated revenues.
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Israel (OPC)
IC Power has an 80% indirect stake in OPC; the remaining 20% is held by Dalkia Israel Ltd. In July 2013, OPC commenced commercial operation of its power station, located in Mishor Rotem industrial zone in the south of Israel, which was constructed for an aggregate cost of approximately $550 million. OPC combined cycle has a capacity of 440 MW, making it one of the largest independent power facilities in Israel, representing approximately 3% of the Israeli installed capacity. During the six months ended December 31, 2013, OPC generated $187 million of consolidated revenue from its operations. During the six months ended December 31, 2013, OPC generated 1,332 GWh of energy, representing approximately 5% of the total energy generation in Israel. The following table sets forth certain information for OPCs plant for each of the periods presented:
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Year Ended December 31, 2013 |
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OPC1 |
440 | 1,332 | 96 | % | ||||||||
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1. | Commenced commercial operation in July 2013. |
Pursuant to the terms of the tender which granted OPC the rights to construct its power plant, in November 2, 2009, OPC entered into a PPA with IEC, the IEC PPA, whereby OPC committed to complete the construction of the power station no later than 52 months after the signing date (i.e., by March 2, 2014). The term of the IEC PPA lasts until twenty years after the start date of commercial operation of the power station (i.e. 20 years from July 2013). The IEC PPA is a capacity and energy agreement, committing OPC to provide the entire net available capacity of its power station to IEC and to generate power at such volumes and schedules as required by IEC. However, the terms of the IEC PPA also provide OPC with the option to sell the generated electricity in the power station directly to end users. OPC has selected the latter option and sells its energy and capacity directly to end users. Finally, in conjunction with the IEC PPA, OPC provided IEC with a NIS 100 million guarantee (approximately $29 million) NIS 80 million (approximately $23 million) of which represents IC Powers share.
In June 2010, OPC entered into agreements with Daewoo International of Korea for turn-key construction of the power station and with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries of Japan for long-term servicing of the power station after commencement of its commercial operation, for a term of 100 thousand hours of operation, or 12-years based upon the expected operations of the power station.
In March 2014, a subsidiary of IC Power was awarded a tender published by the Israel Land Authority to lease an approximately 592,000 square foot plot adjacent to the OPC site. The site can be utilized to extend OPCs capacity in Israel.
IC Power, through its subsidiary ICPI, has entered into a shareholders agreement which grants protective minority rights to OPCs minority shareholder. For further information on IC Powers shareholder agreements, see IC Powers Shareholder Agreements and for further information on the risks related to IC Powers shareholder agreements, see Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Related to IC Power IC Power has granted rights to the minority holders of certain of its subsidiaries.
Dominican Republic (CEPP)
CEPP is 97% owned by IC Power; the remaining 3% is held by Basic Energy LTD Bahamas. CEPP owns and operates 12 generation units powered by heavy fuel oil at two plants located in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic. The CEPP I Plant consists of three Wartsilla V32 diesel generators burning heavy fuel oil on land, and has a capacity of 16 MW. The CEPP II Plant generates power via a barge near the shore, which consists of a barge containing nine Warstilla V32 diesel generators burning heavy fuel oil that is moored at a pier adjacent to the CEPP I plant and has capacity of 51 MW. In the third quarter of 2013, CEPP purchased a barge with a capacity of approximately 37 MW, consisting of seven engines, five with 5.5 MW of capacity and two with 5 MW of capacity. CEPP has completely refurbished this barge and is considering various locations for its installment. CEPP expects to commence commercial operation of the new barge during 2014. Excluding the capacity expected to be generated by its newly-refurbished barge, CEPP has a capacity of 67 MW, representing approximately 2% of the total capacity in the Dominican Republic. The CEPP I and CEPP II plants also have fuel storage tanks on-site with an aggregate storage capacity of 55,000 barrels.
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During the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, CEPP generated revenues of $92 million and $88 million, respectively representing 11% and 15% of IC Powers consolidated revenues. During the year ended December 31, 2013, CEPP generated 339 GWh of energy, representing 2.4% of the national interconnected electrical system of the Dominican Republics energy requirements.
The following table sets forth certain information for each of CEPPs plants for the periods presented:
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1990 | 16 | 78 | 86.7 | 57 | 77.5 | ||||||||||||||||||
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1994 | 51 | 261 | 87.3 | 280 | 83.1 | ||||||||||||||||||
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CEPP is party to two long-term PPAs with Empresa Distribuidora de Electricidad del Norte S.A. and has experienced significant payment delays with respect to such PPAs. As a result, CEPPs payment cycle spans three to six months, as compared to the typical payment cycle, as IC Powers other business which spans 30 to 45 days. Notwithstanding such significant delays, Empresa Distribuidora de Electricidad del Norte S.A. has historically paid its outstanding obligations, in full, including interest accrued on late payments. To finance its operating activities in light of such payment cycle, CEPP utilizes its working capital line of credit with local banks. For further information on CEPPs counterparty risks, see Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Related to IC Power IC Power is exposed to certain counterparty risks. For further information on CEPPs line of credit with financial institutions in the Dominican Republic, see Item 5B. Liquidity and Capital Resources IC Powers Liquidity and Capital Resources IC Powers Material Indebtedness Short-Term Loans.
The maintenance on CEPPs engines is performed according to a predefined schedule based upon the running hours of each engine and according to manufacturer specifications. Most of the maintenance is done onsite by employees of CEPP, and the remainder is outsourced to Wartsila and Turbo USA facilities in the Dominican Republic as well as to other third parties.
Bolivia (COBEE)
COBEE is 100% owned by IC Power. COBEE is the third largest generator of electricity in Bolivia, generating power from 10 run-of-the-river hydroelectric plants in the Zongo river valley, four run-of-the-river hydroelectric plants in the Miguillas river valley, and two open-cycle natural gas powered generation turbines at a plant located in El Alto-Kenko, adjacent to La Paz, Bolivia. COBEE has capacity of 228 MW, representing 15% of the total capacity of Bolivia.
During the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, COBEE generated revenues of $40 million and $42 million, respectively, representing 5% and 7% of IC Powers consolidated revenues, respectively. During the year ended December 31, 2013, COBEE generated 1,160 GWh of energy, representing 17% of the national interconnected electrical system of Bolivias energy requirements.
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The following table sets forth certain information for each of COBEEs plants for each of the periods presented:
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1997 | 4,264 | 11 | 8 | 98 | 9 | 98 | |||||||||||||||||||||
Tiquimani |
1997 | 3,889 | 9 | 11 | 99 | 12 | 99 | |||||||||||||||||||||
Botijlaca |
1938 | 1 | 3,492 | 7 | 38 | 97 | 38 | 98 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Cutichucho |
1942 | 2 | 2,697 | 23 | 104 | 85 | 125 | 99 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Santa Rosa |
2006 | 2,572 | 18 | 82 | 96 | 75 | 92 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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1956 | 2,210 | 11 | 71 | 98 | 68 | 98 | |||||||||||||||||||||
Chururaqui |
1966 | 4 | 1,830 | 25 | 144 | 98 | 134 | 96 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Harca |
1969 | 1,480 | 26 | 166 | 97 | 151 | 96 | |||||||||||||||||||||
Cahua |
1974 | 1,195 | 28 | 171 | 98 | 134 | 86 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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1999 | 945 | 30 | 205 | 97 | 189 | 95 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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1931 | 4,140 | 3 | 9 | 99 | 9 | 99 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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1936 | 5 | 3,827 | 6 | 20 | 99 | 22 | 98 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Choquetanga |
1939 | 6 | 3,283 | 6 | 40 | 99 | 39 | 98 | ||||||||||||||||||||
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1958 | 2,874 | 6 | 45 | 98 | 43 | 98 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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1995 | 4,050 | 19 | 45 | 87 | 103 | 96 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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1. | This plant was originally commissioned with an installed capacity of 3 MW in 1938. The installed capacity of this plant was increased by 2 MW in 1941 and 4 MW in 1998. |
2. | This plant was originally commissioned with an installed capacity of 3 MW in 1942. The installed capacity of this plant was increased by 3 MW in 1943, 3 MW in 1945, 2 MW in 1958 and 15 MW in 1998. |
3. | Plant is out of service due to damages sustained as a result of landslides. The plant is not expected to be operational before 2015. |
4. | This plant was originally commissioned with an installed capacity of 15 MW in 1966. The installed capacity of this plant was increased by 15 MW in 1967 and 4 MW in 2008. |
5. | This plant was originally commissioned with an installed capacity of 3 MW in 1936. The installed capacity of this plant was increased by 2 MW in 1958. |
6. | This plant was originally commissioned with an installed capacity of 3 MW in 1939. The installed capacity of this plant was increased by 6 MW in 1944. |
7. | Consists of two open-cycle turbines with an aggregate designed capacity of installed capacity of 29 MW that have a capacity of 19 MW as a result of their installed location at 4,050 meters above sea level. |
Generally, each of COBEEs hydroelectric plants undergoes annual maintenance according to a pre-defined schedule. COBEEs employees perform any necessary maintenance with the support of third party contractors, primarily for civil works-related maintenance. COBEE also contracts with third parties to perform road maintenance work in the Zongo and Miguillas valleys. COBEE purchases its principal spare parts from international suppliers, primarily Alstom Brasil Ltda. (through its Bolivian representative Fomento Mercantil Boliviano S.R.L.), Indar Electric S.L., Andritz Hydro S.A.S. (Switzerland) (through its Bolivian representative Intercom Ltda.), General Electric International Inc., ABB and Siemens Soluciones Tecnológicas S.A.
Although the Government of Bolivia has nationalized entities in its power utility market, as recently as 2012, IC Power is unaware of any steps the Government of Bolivia may take, or is currently taking, with respect to nationalizations within the Bolivian power utility market, generally, or with respect to COBEE, in particular. For further information on the risks related to the Bolivian governments recent nationalization of certain generation companies, see Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Related to IC Power The Government of Bolivia has nationalized energy industry assets, and IC Powers remaining operations in Bolivia may also be nationalized.
EL Salvador (Nejapa)
Nejapa is 71% owned by IC Power; the remaining 29% is held by Crystal Power. Nejapa generates power in El Salvador from 27 diesel generators (located in a single facility), that are powered by heavy fuel oil. Nejapa has a capacity of 140 MW, representing approximately 10% of the total capacity of El Salvador. The Nejapa plant
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houses fuel storage tanks on site with capacity of approximately 47,000 barrels. In addition, Cenergica, a wholly-owned subsidiary of IC Power, maintains a fuel depot and marine terminal and owns three fuel storage tanks with an aggregate capacity of 240,000 barrels in Acajutla, El Salvador.
During the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, Nejapa generated revenues of $135 million and $145 million, respectively representing 15% and 25% of IC Powers consolidated revenues, respectively. During the year ended December 31, 2013, Nejapa generated 458 GWh of energy, representing 8% of the national interconnected electrical system of El Salvador.
The following table sets forth certain information for Nejapas plant for each of the periods presented:
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1995 | 140 | 481 | 95 | 585 | 9 |
Wartsila, MMS Marine Motor and Paul Klaren are Nejapas principal suppliers of spare parts for its generation facility. Such spare parts are generally readily available and can be obtained from the original manufacturer, as well as from other suppliers.
Chile
Central Cardones
Central Cardones is 87% owned by IC Power; the remaining 13% is held by SWC, Central Cardones former owner. Central Cardones owns and operates one open cycle diesel Siemens turbine located in the north part of the SIC and is the first Chilean power facility within the IC Power portfolio. Central Cardones has capacity of 153 MW, representing 1.1% of the total capacity of Chile. Central Cardones power plant is operated using diesel as a peaking unit, a facility that is used primarily for cold reserve capacity and that generally operates in extraordinary situations. As such, during the year ended December 31, 2013, Central Cardones did not generate energy. Central Cardones receives revenues from its allocation of available system capacity and does not have any customers. During the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, Central Cardones generated revenues of $11 million and $14 million, respectively, representing 1% and 2% of IC Powers consolidated revenues, respectively.
The following table sets forth certain information for Central Cardones plant for each of the periods presented:
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Central Cardones |
2009 | 153 | | 100 | | 100 |
Colmito
Colmito is 100% owned by IC Power. Colmito, which IC Power acquired in October 2013, owns and operates a dual fuel open cycle Rolls Royce aeroderivative turbine that commenced operation in August 2008. Colmitos generation facility is located in central SIC. Colmito has capacity of 58 MW, representing 0.3% of the total capacity of Chile.
During the year ended December 31, 2013, Colmito generated 46 GWh of energy, representing 0.1% of the SIC systems energy requirements and contributed $533 thousand (during November and December 2013, the months subsequent to IC Powers purchase of Colmito) to IC Powers consolidated revenues.
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The following table sets forth certain information for Colmitos plant for each of the periods presented:
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Colmito |
2008 | 58 | 46 | 69 | 1 | 98 |
Jamaica (JPPC)
JPPC is 100% owned by IC Power, as a result of IC Powers May 2014 purchase of the remaining 84% of JPPCs outstanding equity interest, which increased IC Powers equity interest in JPPC from 16% to 100%. JPPC owns and operates two diesel generation units burning heavy fuel oil and a combined-cycle steam turbine at a plant located in Kingston, Jamaica. JPPC has capacity of 60 MW, representing approximately 6% of the total capacity of the Jamaican interconnected system. JPPCs plant also has fuel storage tanks on site with an aggregate storage capacity of 50,000 barrels.
During the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, JPPC generated $82 million and $85 million, respectively, of revenue from its operations. During the year ended December 31, 2013, Jamaica Power generated 432 GWh of energy, representing 10% of the Jamaican interconnected systems energy requirements.
The following table sets forth certain information for JPPCs plant for each of the periods presented:
Year of Commission |
As of December 31, 2013 |
Years Ended December 31, | ||||||||||||||||||||||
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Plant |
Effective Capacity |
Energy Generated |
Availability Factor |
Gross Energy Generated(1) |
Availability Factor |
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JPPC |
1998 | 60 | 432 | 88 | 422 | 88 |
Nicaragua
AEI Nicaragua is 100% owned by IC Power as of March 31, 2014. AEI Nicaragua owns and operates four power generation plants located throughout Nicaragua through its indirect (i) 65% equity interest in Corinto, (ii) 65% equity interest in Tipitapa Power, (iii) 61% equity interest in Amayo I, and (iv) 61% equity interest in Amayo II. Corinto and Tipitapa Power, which have a combined capacity of 122 MW, are powered by heavy fuel oil. Amayo I and Amayo II have a combined capacity of 63 MW of wind power energy. Collectively, these four entities represent a capacity of 185 MW, approximately 14% of the total capacity of the Nicaraguan interconnected system.
During the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, which were prior to IC Powers purchase of AEI Nicaragua, AEI Nicaragua generated revenues of $171 million and $182 million, respectively. During the year ended December 31, 2013, AEI Nicaragua generated 1,077 GWh of energy, representing 37% of the Nicaraguan interconnected systems energy requirements.
The following table sets forth certain information for AEI Nicaraguas plants for each of the periods presented:
As of December 31, 2013 |
Years Ended December 31, | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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Year of Commission |
Effective Capacity |
Gross Energy Generated |
Availability Factor |
Gross Energy Generated |
Availability Factor |
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Corinto |
1999 | 71 | 516 | 92 | 531 | 93 | ||||||||||||||||||
Tipitapa Power |
1999 | 51 | 322 | 97 | 364 | 97 | ||||||||||||||||||
Amayo I |
2009 | 40 | 145 | 97 | 158 | 99 | ||||||||||||||||||
Amayo II |
2010 | 23 | 94 | 97 | 102 | 98 | ||||||||||||||||||
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Colombia (Surpetroil)
Surpetroil is 60% owned by IC Power; the remaining 40% is owned by Yesid Gasca Duran. Surpetroil is dedicated to power generation utilizing stranded and associated natural gas reserves and operates natural gas plant located in Tesalia, Huila, Colombia. Surpetroil has a generation capacity of 15 MW, representing approximately 0.1% of the total capacity in the Colombian interconnected system.
During the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, Surpetroil generated revenues of $11 million and $12 million, respectively, from its operations. During the year ended December 31, 2013, Surpetroil generated 0.045 GWh of energy, and provided energy to EMGESA, an affiliate of Endesa Chile, via a 4km transmission line to its El Quimbo hydro project. Surpetroil did not contribute to IC Powers consolidated revenues in 2013, as IC Power had not yet acquired a controlling equity interest in it.
Year Ended December 31, 2013 |
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Plant |
Effective Capacity |
Gross Energy Generated |
Availability Factor |
Gross Energy Generated |
Availability Factor |
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Surpetroil |
15 MW | 0.045 | 99 | % | 0.045 | 99 | % |
Panama (Pedregal)
Pedregal is 21% owned by IC Power; of the remaining 79%, (i) 55% is held by Conduit Capital Partners, LLC, a private equity investment firm focused on the independent electric power industry in Latin America; (ii) 12% is held by Burmeister & Wain Scandinavian Contractor A/S, an operating company of the Mitsui Group; and (ii) 12% is held by The Industrialization Fund for Developing Countries, a fund focusing on promoting economic activities in developing countries. Pedregal owns and operates three generation units powered by heavy fuel oil at a plant located in Pacora, Panama. Pedregal has a capacity of 54 MW, representing approximately 2% of the total capacity in the Panamanian interconnected system, based on information available from the CND. Pedregals plant also has fuel storage tanks on site with an aggregate storage capacity of 50,000 barrels.
During the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, Pedregal generated revenues of $82 million and $78 million, respectively, and represented 6% of IC Powers share in income of associated companies. During the year ended December 31, 2013, Pedregal generated 420 GWh of energy, representing 5% of the Panamanian interconnected systems energy requirements.
IC Powers Customers
IC Powers customers include governments, local distribution companies, and/or non-regulated customers, depending upon the operating company and the particular country of operation. IC Powers operating companies seek to enter into long-term PPAs with power purchasers. In 2013, more than 89% of IC Powers capacity and energy sales were pursuant to long-term PPAs, although IC Power operates in challenging jurisdictions that subject it to numerous regulatory or counterparty risks, including risks related to asset nationalizations or delayed payments. Additionally, the majority of IC Powers capacity has been contracted for sale, according to long-term agreements. In attempting to limit the effects of such counterparty risks, each of IC Powers operating companies analyze the creditworthiness and financial strengths of its various counterparties during the PPA negotiations as well as during the life of the agreement. Where the creditworthiness of the power purchaser is deemed to be below standard, various contractual agreements and structures are negotiated (such as letters of credit, liquidity facilities, and government guarantees) to provide the credit support.
Under the terms of most of IC Powers PPAs, the power purchaser is contractually obligated to purchase energy, and sometimes capacity and/or ancillary services, from the power generator based upon a base price (denominated either in U.S. Dollars or in the local currency) that is adjusted for (i) fluctuations in exchange rates, (ii) the U.S. inflation index, (iii) a local inflation index, (iv) fluctuations in the cost of operating fuel, and/or (v) transmission costs. Many of these PPAs differentiate between peak and off-peak periods. Utilizing PPAs allows IC Powers operating companies to lock in gross margins and provides IC Power and its operating companies with earnings stability.
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The following table sets forth a summary of the significant IC Power PPAs as of December 31, 2013:
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Company |
Principal Customer |
Commencement | Expiration | Peak/Off-Peak | ||||||
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Operating Companies | ||||||||||
Kallpa | Edelnor S.A.A., Luz del Sur S.A.A., Hidrandina S.A., Edecañete S.A.A., Electosureste S.A., Seal S.A.1 | January 2014 | December 2021 | 350 | ||||||
Edelnor S.A.A., Luz del Sur S.A.A., Hidrandina S.A., Electosureste S.A., Seal S.A., Electrosur S.A.2 | January 2014 | December 2023 | 210 | |||||||
Sociedad Minera Cerro Verde S.A.A.3 | January 2011 | December 2020 | 140 | |||||||
Compañía Minera Antapaccay S.A.4 | November 2011 | October 2021 | 100 | |||||||
OPC | PPA with Israel Electric Corporation5 | July 2013 | June 2032 | 440 | ||||||
CEPP | Empresa Distribuidora de Electricidad del Norte S.A. Empresa Distribuidora de Electricidad del Sur S.A. |
August 2013 August 2013 |
September 2014 September 2014 |
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COBEE | Minera San Cristobal | December 2008 | October 2017 | 43 | ||||||
Nejapa | Seven distribution companies | August 2013 | January 2018 | 71 | ||||||
Seven distribution companies | August 2013 | July 2017 | 39 | |||||||
JPPC | Jamaica Public Services Company | January 1998 | January 2018 | 60 | ||||||
AEI Nicaragua | Distribuidora de Electricidad del Norte S.A., Distribuidora de Electricidad del Sur S.A., | June 1999 | December 2018 | 50 | ||||||
April 1999 | December 2018 | 51 | ||||||||
March 2009 | March 2024 | 40 | ||||||||
March 2010 | March 2025 | 23 | ||||||||
Investments | ||||||||||
Edegel | Edelnor S.A.A., Luz del Sur, S.A.A., Electrosur S.A., Electrosureste S.A., Electropuno S.A., Seal S.A.6 | January 2014 | December 2025 | 559 | ||||||
Edelnor S.A.A., Luz del Sur, S.A.A., Electrosur S.A., Electrosureste S.A., Electropuno S.A., Seal S.A.7 | January 2014 | December 2023 | 164 | |||||||
Minera Chinalco Peru S.A. | January 2011 | September 2026 | 166 | |||||||
Pedregal | Empresa de Distribución Eléctrica Metro-Oeste, S.A., Empresa de Distribución Eléctrica Chiriqui, S.A. | February 2013 | December 2016 | 17.3 / 31.5 | ||||||
Elektra Noreste, S.A. | February 2013 | December 2016 | 1.7 / 15.8 | |||||||
Empresa de Distribución Eléctrica Metro-Oeste, S.A., Empresa de Distribución Eléctrica Chiriqui, S.A. | January 2012 | December 2014 | 8.4 / 11.6 | |||||||
Elektra Noreste, S.A. | January 2012 | December 2014 | 2.9 / 5.3 | |||||||
Project Pipeline | ||||||||||
CDA | ElectroPeru | January 2016 | December 2030 | 200 | ||||||
Luz del Sur S.A.A.8 | January 2018 | December 2027 | 202 | |||||||
Samay I | Peruvian Investment Promotion Agency9 | May 2016 | April 2035 | 600 |
1. | Represents capacity under 14 separate PPAs. |
2. | Represents capacity under 12 separate PPAs. |
3. | A subsidiary of Freeport McMoRan Copper and Gold, Inc. |
4. | A subsidiary of Glencore Xstrata. |
5. | The terms of the IEC PPA provide OPC with the option to sell the generated electricity in the power station directly to end users. OPC has selected this option and sells its energy and capacity directly to 20 end users. For more information on the IEC PPA, see IC Powers Regulatory, Environmental and Compliance Matters Regulation of the Israeli Electricity Sector. |
6. | Represents capacity under 30 separate PPAs. |
7. | Represents capacity under 24 separate PPAs. |
8. | Represents capacity under three separate PPAs. |
9. | Capacity backup contract. |
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IC Powers Raw Materials and Suppliers
IC Powers power facilities utilize either natural gas, hydroelectric, heavy fuel oil, diesel, wind, or a combination of the aforementioned energy sources. The price volatility, availability and purchase price of these materials (other than wind and hydroelectricity) depend upon the specific fuel and the market in which the fuel is to be used.
Kallpa, IC Powers largest asset, is party to several supply agreements, including natural gas supply agreements and transportation services agreements that are material to its operations. While CEPP purchases the heavy fuel oil necessary for its operations in the Dominican spot market, and Nejapa, Corinto and Tipitapa purchase the heavy fuel oil necessary for its operations from several fuel suppliers, each of COBEE, JPPC, Edegel and Pedregal are party to long-term supply agreements for their energy consumption needs.
Kallpa purchases its natural gas requirements for its generation facilities from the Camisea Consortium, composed of Pluspetrol Peru Corporation S.A., Pluspetrol Camisea S.A., Hunt Oil Company of Peru L.L.C. Sucursal del Peru, SK Corporation Sucursal Peruana, Sonatrach Peru Corporation S.A.C., Tecpetrol del Peru S.A.C. and Repsol Exploración Peru Sucursal del Peru, which we collectively refer to as, the Camisea Consortium, pursuant to a natural gas exclusive supply agreement. Under this agreement, the Camisea Consortium has agreed to supply Kallpas natural gas requirements, subject to a daily maximum amount, and Kallpa has agreed to acquire natural gas exclusively from the Camisea Consortium. The Camisea Consortium is obligated to provide a maximum of 4.3 million cubic meters of natural gas per day to Kallpas plant and Kallpa is obligated to purchase a minimum of 2.1 million cubic meters of natural gas per day. Should Kallpa fail to consume the contractual minimum volume on any given day, it may make up the consumption volume shortage on any day during the following 18 months. The price that Kallpa pays to the Camisea Consortium for the natural gas supplied is based upon a base price in U.S. dollars set on the date of the agreement, indexed each year based on two producer price indexes: Fuels and Related Products Power Index and Oil Field and Gas Field Machinery Index, with discounts available based on the volume of natural gas consumed. This agreement expires in June 2022.
Kallpas natural gas transportation services are rendered by Transportadora de Gas del Peru S.A., or TGP, pursuant to a natural gas firm transportation agreement dated December 2007, as amended. In April 2014, this agreement was further modified to include the transportation agreement between Duke Energy Egenor S. en C. por A. and Las Flores. Pursuant to the modified agreement, TGP is obligated to transport up to 3.4 million cubic meters of natural gas per day from the Camisea Consortiums delivery point located at the Camisea natural gas fields to Kallpas facilities. This obligation will be reduced, first, by approximately 199,312 cubic meters per day beginning in March 2020 and, second, 206,000 cubic meters per day beginning in April 2030. This agreement expires in December 2033. Additionally, Kallpa is party to an additional gas transportation agreement, to become effective at the completion of the expansion of TGPs pipeline facilities (which is currently expected to occur during the first half of 2016). Pursuant to this agreement, TGP will be obligated to transport up to 565,000 cubic meters of natural gas per day from the Camisea Consortiums delivery point located at the Camisea natural gas fields to Kallpas facilities. This agreement expires in April 2030. Additionally on April 1, 2014, Kallpa entered into an agreement with TGP to cover the period up to the completion of the expansion of TGPs pipeline facilities. Pursuant to this agreement, TGP is obligated to transport up to 120,679 cubic meters of natural gas per day from the Camisea Consortiums delivery point located at the Camisea natural gas fields to Kallpas facilities. Pursuant to the terms of each of these agreements, Kallpa pays a regulated tariff approved by the OSINERGMIN.
OPC purchases natural gas from the Tamar Group, composed of Noble Energy Mediterranean Ltd., Delek Drilling Limited Partnership, Isramco Negev 2 Limited Partnership, Avner Oil Exploration Limited Partnership and Dor Gas Exploration Limited Partnership, or collectively, the Tamar Group, pursuant to a natural gas exclusive supply agreement dated November 2012. Under this agreement, the Tamar Group has agreed to supply OPCs natural gas requirements, subject to a contractual maximum amount of 10.6 billion cubic meters, and OPC has agreed to acquire its natural gas exclusively from the Tamar Group. The price that OPC pays to the Tamar Group for the natural gas supplied is based upon a base price in New Israeli Shekels set on the date of the agreement, indexed to changes in the Production Cost tariff, which is part of the Time of Use tariff and the USD representative exchange rate. For information on the risks associated with the impact of the PUAEs temporary tariff on OPCs supply agreement with the Tamar Group, see Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Related to IC Power The production and profitability of private power generation companies in Israel may be adversely affected by changes in Israels regulatory environment. OPCs agreement with the Tamar Group expires upon the earlier of June 2029 or the date on which OPC consumes the entire contractual capacity. This agreement remains subject to approval by Israels Anti-Trust Authority, although performance under this contract has begun under temporary relief.
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IC Powers Competition
IC Powers major competitors in the Latin American and Caribbean countries in which its operating companies operate are generally the large international power utility corporations operating in these countries. Local competitors also exist in each of these countries and account for varying market shares, depending upon the country of interest. Within Israel, IC Powers major competitors are IEC, Dorad Energy Ltd., a private power generator, and other private developers who, as a result of recent government initiatives encouraging investments in the Israeli power generation market, are constructing power stations with significant capacity.
Set forth below is a discussion of competition in IC Powers key markets of operation.
Peru
In Peru, power generation companies compete along a number of dimensions, including the ability to (i) source and enter into long-term PPAs with power purchases, (ii) source and secure land for the development or expansion of additional power generation plants and (iii) maintain or increase market share in the growing Peruvian electricity market, particularly in connection with the balance of energy supply and demand within Peru. In Peru, IC Power competes with state-owned generation companies, as well as large international and domestic generators. The following table sets forth the quantity of energy generated by each of the principal generation companies in Peru for the periods presented:
Gross Energy Generation |
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Company |
2013 | 2012 | ||||||
Enersur (a subsidiary of GDF Suez S.A.) |
7,719 | 5,782 | ||||||
Edegel1 2 |
8,700 | 8,837 | ||||||
ElectroPeru (a state-owned generation company) |
7,272 | 7,352 | ||||||
Kallpa3 |
5,458 | 4,284 | ||||||
Egenor3 4 (a subsidiary of Duke Energy Corp) |
2,336 | 3,532 | ||||||
Other generation companies |
8,184 | 7,534 | ||||||
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39,669 | 37,321 | ||||||
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Source: COES.
1. Includes Edegel and Chinango and does not include the T67 unit, which has been out of service since October 2013. 2. Edegels 105 MW plant and Enersurs 498 MW plant are dual fuel plants. 3. Does not include the capacity of Las Flores, which IC Power acquired in April 2014. 4. Includes Egenor and Termoselva. |
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Israel
Until commercial operation of OPC, IEC operated as the sole power provider of electricity in Israel. As of May 2014, Dorad Energy, an 860 MW power plant, is the only large-scale private power producer in Israel other than OPC. Several other private producers are in the process of constructing power plants, and are expected to commence operation of such plants in the coming years.
Dominican Republic
The power and electricity market in the Dominican Republic is served by a variety of generation companies, including (i) CEPP, (ii) affiliates of AES Corp., or AES, which owns one combined-cycle plant fueled by natural gas and two open-cycle plants fueled by natural gas as well as equity interests in two plants fueled with coal, (iii) Empresa de Generación Hidroeléctrica Dominicana, or EGE Hid, a state-owned generation company whose primary generation facilities are hydroelectric plants, (iv) Empresa Generadora de Electricidad Haina, S.A., or EGE Haina, and (v) Compañía de Electricidad de San Pedro de Macorís, or CESPM.
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Bolivia
The power and electricity market in Bolivia is primarily served by Guaracachi, COBEE, Valle Hermoso and Corani. Prior to May 2010, Guaracachi was a subsidiary of Rurelec Plc, Valle Hermoso was a subsidiary of the Bolivian Generating Group, and Corani was a subsidiary of Suez. In May 2010, the Bolivian government nationalized each of these generation companies and began negotiations with the owners of these generation companies with respect to the compensation to be paid for these assets. In October 2011, the Bolivian government reached compensation settlements related to the nationalization of Valle Hermoso and Corani, respectively. Negotiations continue with respect to the nationalization of Guaracachi.
El Salvador
The electricity market in El Salvador is served by a variety of generation companies, including (i) Nejapa, (ii) CEL, a state-owned generation company whose primary generation facilities are hydroelectric plants, (iii) Lageo S.A. de C.V., or Lageo, a state-owned generation company whose primary generation facilities are geothermal plants, (iv) Duke Energy International, or DEI, a subsidiary of Duke, and (v) Inversiones Energéticas, S.A. de C.V., or INE.
IC Powers Seasonality
Within the Latin American and Caribbean countries in which IC Power operates, power is generally generated by hydroelectric or thermal power stations. The hydroelectric stations are an efficient source of power generation due to the cost savings of fuel associated with thermal power generation. The power generated by these hydroelectric power stations varies in accordance with the rainy seasons and rainfall patterns of each country in each year. For example, greater amounts of hydroelectric power are dispatched between November and April in Peru the Peruvian rainy season than between May and October, when the volumes of rainfall declines and operators have less water available for electricity generation in the reservoirs serving their plants. However, greater amounts of hydroelectric power are dispatched between May and October in El Salvador the Salvadorian rainy season than between November and April, when the volumes of Salvadorian rainfall declines and the hydroelectric units have less water available for electricity generation. El Salvadors hydroelectric plant is also subject to annual variations depending on climactic conditions, such as the El Niño phenomenon. For the same reasons, the volume of power generated by thermal power stations is also variable. Accordingly, IC Powers revenues are subject to seasonality, the effects of rainfall, and the type of energy generated in each country of operation (whether hydroelectric, thermal, natural gas, or fuel-generated). IC Power acts to reduce this exposure to seasonality by contracting long-term PPAs for most of its capacity.
Within Israel, the price of energy varies by season and demand period, with tariffs varying based upon the season (summer, winter and transition) and demand (peak, shoulder and off-peak). Generally, the tariffs in the winter and summer seasons are higher than those in the transition season.
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Property, Plants and Equipment
The following table provides certain information regarding IC Powers power plants that are owned, leased or under construction, as of December 31, 2013 and recent acquisitions:
Company/Plant |
Location |
Effective Capacity |
Fuel Type | |||
(MW) |
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Operating Companies | ||||||
Kallpa: |
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Kallpa I, II, III and IV |
Chilca district, Peru | 870 | Natural gas | |||
Las Flores |
Chilca district, Peru | 193 | Natural gas | |||
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Kallpa Total |
1,063 | |||||
OPC |
Mishor Rotem, Israel | 440 | Natural gas and diesel | |||
CEPP |
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic | 67 | Heavy Fuel Oil | |||
COBEE: |
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Zongo Valley plants: |
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Zongo |
Zongo Valley, Bolivia | 11 | Hydroelectric | |||
Tiquimani |
Zongo Valley, Bolivia | 9 | Hydroelectric | |||
Botijlaca |
Zongo Valley, Bolivia | 7 | Hydroelectric | |||
Cutichucho |
Zongo Valley, Bolivia | 23 | Hydroelectric | |||
Santa Rosa |
Zongo Valley, Bolivia | 18 | Hydroelectric | |||
Sainani1 |
Zongo Valley, Bolivia | 11 | Hydroelectric | |||
Chururaqui |
Zongo Valley, Bolivia | 25 | Hydroelectric | |||
Harca |
Zongo Valley, Bolivia | 26 | Hydroelectric | |||
Cahua |
Zongo Valley, Bolivia | 28 | Hydroelectric | |||
Huaji |
Zongo Valley, Bolivia | 30 | Hydroelectric | |||
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Miguillas Valley plants: |
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Miguillas |
Miguillas Valley, Bolivia | 3 | Hydroelectric | |||
Angostura |
Miguillas Valley, Bolivia | 6 | Hydroelectric | |||
Choquetanga |
Miguillas Valley, Bolivia | 6 | Hydroelectric | |||
Carabuco |
Miguillas Valley, Bolivia | 6 | Hydroelectric | |||
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El Alto-Kenko |
La Paz, Bolivia | 19 | Natural gas | |||
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COBEE Total |
228 | |||||
Central Cardones |
Copiapó, Chile | 153 | Diesel | |||
Nejapa |
Nejapa, El Salvador | 140 | Heavy Fuel Oil | |||
Colmito |
Concón, Chile | 58 | Diesel | |||
JPPC |
Kingston, Jamaica | 60 | Diesel | |||
Recent Acquisitions | ||||||
Corinto |
Chinandega, Nicaragua | 71 | Heavy fuel oil | |||
Tipitapa Power |
Managua, Nicaragua | 51 | Heavy fuel oil | |||
Amayo I |
Rivas, Nicaragua | 40 | Wind | |||
Amayo II |
Rivas, Nicaragua | 23 | Wind | |||
Surpetroil |
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La Hocha |
Huila, Colombia | 5 | Natural gas | |||
Purificación |
Tolima, Colombia | 10 | Natural gas | |||
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Surpetroil Total | 15 | |||||
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CDA |
Huancavelica, Peru | 510 | Hydroelectric | |||
Samay I |
Mollendo, Peru | 600 | Diesel and natural gas | |||
Estrella del Norte |
Samana, Dominican Republic | 37 | Heavy fuel oil | |||
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1. | Plant is out of service due to damage sustained as a result of landslides. Plant is not expected to be operational before 2015. |
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In addition, Cenergica owns three fuel storage tanks on site with an aggregate capacity of 240,000 barrels and maintains a fuel depot and marine terminal located on a 6.5 hectare site that IC Power leases in Acajutla, El Salvador. For further operational information regarding IC Powers plants, see Our Businesses and Associated Companies IC Power.
IC Power believes that it has satisfactory title to its plants and facilities in accordance with standards generally accepted in the electric power industry, other than title to certain land on which CEPPs facilities are located. With respect to CEPP, the Dominican Corporation of State Electricity Companies (Corporación Dominicana de Empresas Eléctricas Estatales) has transferred the land titles on which CEPPs facilities are located to CEPP and CEPP is in the process of obtaining the definitive titles documenting CEPPs appointment as the beneficiary.
IC Power leases its principal executive offices in Lima, Peru and various other office space in the markets that it serves. IC Power owns all of its production facilities, other than Kallpa I, Kallpa II, Kallpa III and Las Flores power plant. IC Power leases the Kallpa I, Kallpa II and Kallpa III facilities under capital leases as described in Item 5B. Liquidity and Capital Resources IC Powers Liquidity and Capital Resources IC Powers Material Indebtedness Kallpa Leases.
IC Power believes that all of its production facilities are in good operating condition. As of December 31, 2013, the consolidated net book value of IC Powers property, plant and equipment was $1,875 million.
IC Powers Shareholder Agreements
IC Power holds a majority stake in certain of its operating companies Kallpa, OPC, CEPP, Nejapa, Central Cardones, Corinto, Tipitapa Power, Amayo I, Amayo II, JPPC, CDA, and Samay I and minority interests in Edegel and Pedregal. The operations of these companies are subject to shareholder and/or member agreements. Although the terms of each of these shareholder and member agreements vary, they generally provide, in certain circumstances and subject to certain conditions: (i) each shareholder with the right to elect a specified number of directors and/or executive officers; (ii) for the distribution of dividends in proportion to each shareholders equity interest; (iii) the minority shareholder with veto rights with respect to significant corporate actions (e.g., mergers, share issuances, the amendment of governing documents, and the entry into PPAs or other contracts in excess of a specified value) and certain approval protocol with respect to the budget; (iv) each party with a right of first refusal with respect to any potential sale of the entitys shares; (v) each shareholder with tag-along rights in connection with any potential sale of the entitys shares; and (vi) specifications of additional equity contributions, if any.
IC Powers Legal Proceedings
Set forth below is a discussion of significant legal proceedings to which IC Powers subsidiaries are party.
CDA Rio Mantaro Claim
In April 2014, Rio Mantaro, on behalf of each of Astaldi S.p.A. and GyM S.A. delivered a claim to CDA, requesting a six-month extension for its completion of the CDA project and an approximately $92 million increase in the total contract price of the CDA project. CDA responded to Rio Mantaros claim in July 2014, setting forth its belief that, although required by the EPC Contract as a condition to making a claim, each of Astaldi S.p.A. and GyM S.A. has failed to illustrate that (i) the events giving rise to its right to demand an extension in time or an adjustment to the lump sum price were attributable to acts or omissions on the part of CDA, (ii) other force majeure events have occurred, or (iii) other causes that contractually create the right of such extension of time or adjustment of price have occurred. To date, the parties have resolved the major issues underlying the contractors claim and IC Power is continuing to engage CDAs contractors on the outstanding issues. As a result, IC Power believes that the risk of loss with respect to such claims is remote and that CDA will commence commercial operation in the second half of 2016. Pursuant to the terms of the EPC contract, the parties may commence arbitration proceedings after the completion of a 30-day negotiation process hat does not result in an agreement. However, as of yet, the parties have not initiated this negotiation process.
Nejapa Power Company, LLC Legal Process With a Minority Shareholder
Crystal Power, Nejapas minority shareholder brought claims against Nejapa Holdings and Inkia Salvadorian, Limited, collectively, the Inkia Defendants, as well as against the majority shareholder of Nejapa Holdings, and certain subsidiaries of El Paso Corporation (the former owner of ICs interest in Nejapa Holdings), before the Court of the State of Texas at Brazoria County. The claims against the Inkia Defendants included claims relating to an issuance of new shares to Crystal Power by Nejapa Holdings, and allegations that Crystal
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Power had taken actions (i) preventing Nejapa Holdings from making distributions into an account opened by a New York Court as a result of an interpleader action filed by Nejapa Holdings, (ii) causing Nejapa to distribute dividends disproportionately and (iv) causing Inkia Salvadorian, Limited to use its majority position to harm Crystal. Crystal did not specify the amount of monetary damages against the Inkia Defendants.
The Inkia Defendants have asserted defenses in respect of these claims.
The plaintiff filed a request for partial summary judgment before the Texas State District Court of Brazoria County. The Brazoria Court denied the motion. The Inkia Defendants filed a claim against the plaintiff in the Texas State District Court of Harris County requesting the court to order the plaintiff to withdraw its claims pursuant to contractual undertakings under a settlement agreement entered into with El Paso Corporation. The decision on the merits of the case is pending. IC Power believes that the Inkia Defendants have strong defenses to these claims.
Kallpa Import Tax Assessments
The Peru Customs Authority issued tax assessments to Kallpa and its lenders for payment of customs duties amounting to $16.6 million in connection with imported equipment for installation and maintenance of Kallpa I, II and III. The assessments were made on the basis that Kallpa did not include the value of the engineering services rendered by the contractor of the project in the tax base. Kallpa disagreed with this tax assessment on the basis that the engineering services include the design of the plant and not of the imported equipment, and appealed to the Taxation Court in Peru. The decision on this matter is pending.
Although IC Power believes it has strong arguments to support its position that these tax assessments are not appropriate, IC Power cannot predict the outcome of these proceedings and there is also a risk that the customs duty imposed for equipment imported in the future for Kallpa units may be higher as a result of these proceedings.
IC Powers Regulatory, Environmental and Compliance Matters
In Latin America and the Caribbean, where IC Power primarily operates, the electricity market allows for sale and delivery of power from power generators (private or government owned) to distribution companies (private or government owned) and to industrial consumers. In these countries there is typically structural segregation of companies involved in power generation and companies involved in power transmission and distribution. In most of these countries there is a government-owned power grid and transmission services are provided on open access basis, i.e. the transmission company must transmit power through the grid and in exchange, charges a transmission rate set by the supervisory authority or based on a competitive proceeding whereby grid connections are awarded to generation companies, distribution companies and end consumers based on availability. Whereas in these markets private and government-owned entities compete for power generation, its transmission and distribution are conducted subject to exclusive franchises; therefore the transmission and distribution operations are regulated in markets in which IC Power operates.
In these countries, delivery and sale of power is subject to a regulatory regime (typical of privatized electricity markets) which includes supervision by an independent supervisory entity for the electricity market. For further information on the regulatory risks related to IC Powers operations, see Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Related to IC Power IC Powers equipment, facilities and operations are subject to numerous environmental, health and safety laws and regulations that are expected to become more stringent in the future.
Regulation of the Peruvian Electricity Sector
In Peru, power is generated by companies which primarily operate hydro-electric and natural gas based power stations. The key legislation in Peru concerning the electricity market are the Law to Ensure Effective Development of Power Generation no. 28832 (Ley Para Asegurar el Desarrollo Eficiente de la Generación Eléctrica) (hereinafter: Law 28832) and the Electricity Franchise Law no. 25844 (Ley de Concesiones Eléctricas) (hereinafter: Law 25844, which we jointly refer to, together with Law 28832, as: the general electricity laws in Peru). The general electricity laws in Peru form the statutory framework governing the electricity market in Peru and cover, among other things:
| generation, transmission, distribution and trading of electric power; |
| operation of the energy market; and |
| generation prices, availability fees and other tariffs. |
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All entities which generate, transmit or distribute power to third parties in Peru operate subject to the general electricity laws in Peru. Power generating companies in Peru, such as IC Power, are impacted, among other things, by regulation applicable to transmission and distribution companies.
Although significant private investment has been made in the electricity market in Peru and independent supervisory entities have been created to supervise and regulate the electricity market, the Government of Peru has remained, in actual fact, in the role of supervisor and regulator. In addition, the Government of Peru owns multiple power generation and distribution companies in Peru.
Regulatory Entities
There are five entities in charge of regulation, operation and supervision of the electricity market in Peru in general, and of IC Powers operations in Peru in particular:
MINEM The Mining and Energy Ministry, responsible for:
(a) setting national energy policy; (b) proposing and adopting laws and regulations to supervise the energy sector; (c) controlling expansion plans for SEIN; (d) approving proposed expansion plans by COES; (e) promoting scientific research and investment in energy; and (f) granting franchises to entities who wish to operate in power generation, transmission or distribution in Peru.
OSINERGMIN the Office of Supervisor over Energy and Mining Investments is an independent entity responsible, among other things, for:
(a) supervising compliance of different entities with laws and regulations concerning power generation, transmission, distribution and trading; (b) setting transmission and distribution tariffs (primarily based on tenders). Generation tariffs for sale by generation companies to distribution companies are determined based on tender and are limited to a maximum specified by OSINERGMIN. In addition, OSINERGMIN annually specifies energy prices and availability used in agreements between generation companies and distribution companies; (c) setting and enforcing price levels in the electricity market in Peru and setting tariffs for customers subject to regulated tariffs; (d) imposing fines and damages for violations of the laws and regulations; (e) handling claims made by, against or between consumers and players in the electricity market; (f) supervising public tenders with regard to PPAs between generation companies and distribution companies; and (g) supervising operations of COES.
COES the Council for Effective Operation is responsible for:
(a) planning and co-ordination of the power generation system for all power generation and transmission units, in order to ensure reliable generation at minimum cost; (b) setting spot market prices based on marginal cost; (c) managing the spot market for availability prices in transactions between generation companies (excess and shortage of actual generation vs. demand pursuant to PPA); (d) allocating fixed availability and energy to generation units; (e) submitting proposals to OSINERGMIN for issuing regulatory standards, including technical standards and procedures used as guidelines for carrying out COES directives; and (f) setting expansion plans for the transmission grid.
INDECOPI the Anti-Trust Authority in Peru.
OEFA the governmental body responsible for the power stations compliance with the environmental regulations.
Generation Companies
Since 1992, the electricity market in Peru has been operating based on marginal cost. COES decides which generation facilities are in operation at any given time, maintaining minimum energy cost. Energy units are activated on real-time basis, with units with a lower variable generation cost being activated first. The variable cost for the most recent generation unit activated in each time period determines the price of electricity in said time period (15 minutes) for generation companies which sell or buy power on the spot market at that time period. Any generation companies with excess generation over energy sold pursuant to PPA in each 15 minute interval, sell their excess at spot prices to generation companies with lower generation than their contractual obligations for that time period. As of the date of this registration statement, distribution companies and regulated consumers cannot purchase power off the grid at spot prices, but rather must contract agreements with power generation companies or for smaller consumers with distribution companies. Power generation companies are
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also paid availability fees by SEIN, based on their fixed capacity. Availability transactions are subject to Law 25844. This Law stipulates a methodology for allocation of capacity for each generation unit. COES allocates part of the capacity to each generation unit based on pre-determined variables, including capacity for the SEIN grid, expected demand throughout the year, availability of generation unit, variable cost for the generation unit and excess power reserve. Part of the availability allocated to generation units is determined to be the capacity of the generation unit. The availability rate for each generation unit accounts for availability during peak demand hours over the past two years.
PPAs are commercial agreements, independent of actual allocation of generation or actual provision of availability. Generation companies which generate insufficient energy as per their PPAs, purchase energy based on COES procedures from other generation companies which has excess generation or availability. The energy price is the spot price, and the availability price is regulated and set by OSINERGMIN.
Pursuant to an ordinance by the Government of Peru dated 2008, COES is required to specify energy spot prices without accounting for limitations due to shortage in supply of natural gas and for limitations on transmission of natural gas. Generation companies with variable cost higher than the spot price, including IC Power, are compensated for their cost by transmission levies imposed on end consumers and collected by distribution companies. As of the date of this registration statement, the aforementioned Government ordinance is effective through 2017.
Transmission Companies
Transmission in the SEIN grid is operated by COES. Expansion plans for the transmission grid are proposed by COES to MINEM for final approval; prior to executing the COES expansion plan, the Government creates an interim transmission plan. Transmission companies who wish to participate in construction of the transmission system specified in the expansion plan are required to submit their bid for a tender. The transmission company awarded the tender may operate the line over 30 years and would be eligible to receive tariff payments from generation companies, as specified in the tender document. The group of transmission lines created pursuant to such tenders after 2006 are known as guaranteed transmission lines. Transmission lines not included in plans such as aforementioned, independently constructed by transmission companies after 2006, are known as complementary transmission lines; tariffs for use of these lines are determined by COES, based on tariffs specified by OSINERGMIN.
Transmission lines created prior to 2006 are categorized into two groups. Transmission lines available for use by all generation companies are categorized as primary transmission lines; transmission lines only used by specific generation or distribution companies and only available to these generation companies are categorized as secondary transmission lines. Both Kallpa and Las Flores transmit the power generated by the power stations to the group of secondary transmission lines created prior to 2006; Edegel uses transmission lines created both prior to 2006 and thereafter.
Distribution Companies
According to the general electricity laws in Peru, distribution companies are required to provide energy to customers at regulated prices. Distribution companies may also provide energy to customers not subject to regulated prices pursuant to PPAs. As of the date of this registration statement, the only private distribution companies awarded a distribution franchise are: Luz del Sur, Edelnor, Edecanete, Electro dunas and Coelvisac. These five companies distributed 68% of all energy distributed by distribution companies in Peru in 2013. The remainder of power is sold by Government-owned entities.
Prior to July 2006, pricing in all contracts between generation companies and distribution companies with respect to sale of power to end customers at regulated prices, included energy tariffs composed of payment for availability, energy and transmission known as cumulative line prices, as determined by OSINERGMIN. Distribution companies sell energy on the regulated market at cost plus an additional distribution charge known as VAD. After July 2006, most of the agreements result from tenders in which generation companies bid prices up to the regulated maximum tariff. Bid prices include payment for availability and energy.
The energy purchased by distribution companies from generation companies at cumulative line prices pursuant to old PPAs accounted for less than 35% of total purchasing in 2013 and is expected to decrease in coming years.
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Since July 2006, pursuant to Law No. 28832, contracts to sell energy to distribution companies for resale to regulated customers may be made at fixed prices based on public bids of generation companies or at the bus bar prices set by the OSINERGMIN. After the bidding process is concluded, a distribution company will be entitled to purchase energy from the winning bidder at the bid price for the life of the relevant PPA. The prices obtained through the public bid process are subject to a maximum energy price set by the OSINERGMIN prior to bidding. If all the bids are higher than the price set by the OSINERGMIN, the public bids are disregarded and no PPA will be awarded. The process may be repeated until the prices that are offered are below the cap set by the OSINERGMIN. Under Law No. 28832, the prices charged to regulated customers under these PPAs are capped at a price based on a weighted average of the bid price of the winning generator and the applicable bus bar prices. As these prices are typically in excess of bus bar prices, these PPAs allow distribution companies to more effectively pass through their operating costs to their end users.
Regulation of the Israeli Electricity Sector
The electricity market in Israel is exclusively controlled by IEC, which owns approximately 92% of the power generation capacity in Israel (according to the IEC financial report for 2013) and also owns 100% of the power transmission and distribution systems. According to the Electricity Market Law, IEC is classified as an essential service provider; as such, it is subject to basic obligations and operations for proper management of the electricity market, including filing development plans, management of the power system, management of the power transmission and distribution systems, providing backup and infrastructure services to private power generators and to consumers, and purchasing power from private power generators. OPC is the first large scale private power plant in Israel. In May 2014, Dorad Energy Ltd. commenced commercial operation in Israel, adding 860 MW of capacity to the Israeli electricity market. In the next few years, OPC also expects additional private producers to enter the market.
Tariff Structure For Electricity Sale In A Private Transaction
In transactions between private producers and end users, the price for end users is based on their purchase alternative from IEC, at a certain discount from the production component of the TOU (time of use) tariff. The weighted average generation component, in accordance with the most recent PUA update dated May 2013, is NIS 333 per MWh (approximately $96 per MWh). This component is in addition to transmission and distribution services, as listed on the tariff tables issued by PUA. The mechanism of power purchase between private producers, end users and IEC is regulated in the Electricity Market Law, as well as decisions of the PUA that are published from time to time.
Capacity Exclusion From PPA Pursuant To Electricity Market Rules
According to the IEC PPA, OPC may exclude capacity from the IEC PPA in order to be used for sale of power to individual consumers pursuant to electricity market rules, subject to advance notice whose length depends on the excluded capacity.
Capacity Re-Inclusion In The IEC PPA And Reduction Of Availability Fee
According to the Electricity Market Law, any private power generation company which has excluded capacity from the IEC PPA for sale to individual consumers may inform IEC, subject to 12 months advance notice, of re-inclusion of the excluded capacity (in whole or in part) in the IEC PPA (providing availability and capacity to IEC). In such case, the IEC PPA reiterates provisions of the Electricity Market Law, and sets the Capacity price for the re-included capacity, based on the period and capacity re-included.
Transmission And Backup Appendix In The IEC PPA, Provisions Of The IEC PPA With Regard To Sale Of Power To End Users
The IEC PPA includes a transmission and backup appendix, which requires IEC to provide transmission and backup services to OPC and its consumers, for private transactions between OPC and its customers, and the tariffs payable by OPC to IEC for these services. Moreover, upon entering a PPA between OPC and an individual consumer, OPC becomes the sole electricity provider for this end user, and IEC is required to supply power to individual end users when, OPC is unable to do so, in exchange for a payment by OPC according to the tariffs set by PUA for this purpose. It was further stipulated that should the power system administrator fail to request activation of the power station, OPC should monitor the power consumption of its end users and adjust generation levels to consumption fluctuations, or else OPC would be liable to pay excess fees to IEC, based on tariffs specified for such case in the IEC PPA.
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Regulation of the Dominican Republic Electricity Sector
The regulatory framework in the Dominican Republic is essentially similar to the one in Peru. Power generation in the Dominican Republic is based on free competition among private and Government-owned generation companies, whereas the transmission and distribution grid is controlled by Government-owned companies. The main source of revenues for generation companies is direct energy sale to distribution companies and from sale of energy and availability on the spot market.
The key issue with the electricity market in the Dominican Republic is the large scale theft of power in this country; the tariff charged to consumers does not cover in full the generation and distribution costs requiring a significant Government subsidy to make up the difference.
Regulation of the Bolivian Energy Sector
The electricity market in Bolivia is subject to Bolivias Electricity Act and regulations based there upon, which apply to the electricity sector and the wholesale power market in Bolivia and which is subject to supervision by local authorities. The power pricing system in Bolivia is based on a free market where generation companies compete for activation of their generation units, and the spot price is determined based on marginal cost (similar to Peru), with free access to transmission and distribution systems. However, major customers purchase power at regulated tariffs. The price for energy and power generation in this country is based on marginal cost. According to Bolivias constitution from 2007, all power generation companies in Bolivia are required to obtain a license from the relevant authority for the right to generate and sell power on the national grid. As of the date of this registration statement, COBEE operates in accordance with the interim licenses awarded to the company. There is no certainty on obtaining the permanent license.
Regulation of the Salvadorian Electricity Sector
Through July 2011, the electricity market in El Salvador was based on purchase and sale of power by competitive price tenders by generation companies. In August 2011, the electricity market in El Salvador was re-structured and is now essentially similar to electricity markets in other countries in which IC Power operates. Currently, generation units are activated based on the variable cost thereof, and prices are determined by the variable cost of the most recent unit activated. Due to this change, local distribution companies have issued a first tender for purchase of power over a 2-3 year term. In conjunction with this tender, Nejapa was awarded a contract to provide 71 MW over a 4 to 5 years term, through January 2018 and a 39 MW PPA over a 4 year period until July 2017.
Regulation of the Chilean Sector
The electricity market in Chile consists of three sectors: generation, transmission and distribution. Power generation is open to competition, whereas transmission and distribution are conducted by monopolies subject to regulated prices.
The electricity market in Chile uses the marginal generation cost method to determine the sequence of activation of power stations, thereby ensuring that demand for power is satisfied at the minimum system cost. This method, launched in 1982, is used in many countries.
Although the country has four power systems, only two of these are its major systems. The largest system is Central Interconnected System (hereinafter: SIC), with capacity of 14,000 MW, primarily consisting of hydro-electric, coal-based power stations and open cycle stations using liquid natural gas or diesel. SIC serves over 90% of the population and 87% of GDP in this country.
The second largest system is Sistema Interconectado Norte Grande, or SING, with capacity of 4,600 MW. SING covers a 700 kilometer stretch of Chiles North coast line. The system serves 6% of the population and is a major power supplier for the countrys copper mining industry.
The two other power systems are relatively smaller, located in the South of the country.
Central Cardones and Colmito are part of the SIC power grid. The Comisión Nacional de Energía is an independent Government authority which determines distribution tariffs. Prices used by generation companies to sell power to distribution companies for regulated customers (those customers who consume up to 2.5 MW) are determined by regulated tenders. Power prices for non-regulated customers are determined by direct negotiations and by tenders, with no intervention by Government entities. Tariffs for expansion of the transmission system are determined by international tenders.
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Qoros
Qoros is a China-based automotive company delivering international standards of quality and safety, as well as innovative features, to the large and fast-growing Chinese market. Qoros vision is to design, manufacture, distribute, and service (through dealers), high quality cars for young, modern, urban consumers. Qoros has assembled a highly experienced international management team with decades of experience in leading global OEMs and other industry participants, and has established strong relationships with world class suppliers and engineering service providers. Qoros existing manufacturing facility has an initial technical capacity of 150 thousand units per annum, which can be increased to approximately 220 thousand units per annum through the utilization of different shift models and is located in Changshu, China. Qoros sold its first car in December 2013.
Qoros is seeking to establish a strong position in the Chinese passenger vehicle market, the largest and fastest growing passenger vehicle market in terms of units sold, according to CAAM. In designing its vehicles, Qoros devoted significant time and resources in conducting extensive consumer surveys, including tracking the driving habits of drivers, to ascertain the vehicle features preferred by its targeted consumers: young, modern, urban consumers who have demonstrated a preference for C-segment vehicle models. The C-segment, which primarily includes the sedan, hatchback, SUV, and multi-purpose-vehicle body types, is the largest vehicle segment in China with 8.1 million C-segment vehicles, or 52% of Chinas total passenger vehicle sales, sold in 2013 according to CPCA (including exports, and excluding imports). Qoros strategy is to offer Chinese consumers international standards of quality and safety, as well as innovative features, in a Chinese manufactured and branded vehicle and, having designed such vehicles, Qoros believes that it will be positioned to enter into other markets in the future.
Qoros vehicles reflect the strong customer preferences identified in Qoros research, such as vehicle safety, innovative connectivity, and vehicle performance and design features tailored to the Chinese market. The Qoros 3 Sedan was the safest car tested by Euro NCAP in 2013 and the second safest car ever tested by Euro NCAP in its 17-year history. Each Qoros vehicle is equipped with a Multi-Media Hub, or MMH, which includes an 8-inch touch screen and interactive human machine interface, or HMI, system. Through the MMH, most of Qoros vehicles are equipped with the QorosQloud, an innovative, cloud-based entertainment and services system that delivers a variety of free (e.g., cloud-enhanced navigation, car care, and social sharing) and premium (e.g., real-time traffic and parking information) connectivity features. The Qoros 3 Sedan features competitive performance, particularly with respect to fuel economy, acoustics, aerodynamics, climatic comfort and braking performance. The Qoros 3 Sedan also has a spacious interior, premium vehicle proportions, and one of the largest automobile wheelbases and widths in its class. In 2014, the Qoros 3 Hatch received the Red Dot Award, a prestigious design award, in recognition of its striking and particularly successful detail solutions and also received the Telematics Update Award, for the best telematics product or service launch in an emerging market.
We have a 50% stake in Qoros, with the remaining 50% interest owned by Wuhu Chery, a subsidiary of Chery, a large state controlled holding enterprise and Chinese automobile manufacturing company that has been producing automobiles since 1999. As of March 31, 2014 each of IC and Chery had contributed RMB3.2 billion (approximately $520 million) to Qoros, representing approximately 86% of their individual committed capital contribution. In June 2014, IC contributed an additional RMB500 million (approximately $81 million) to Qoros via a shareholder loan. IC expects such loan to convert into equity upon the satisfaction of certain conditions, including the approval of the relevant Chinese authority. Chery made a loan to Qoros on the same terms, and its loan is therefore subject to the same conversion conditions as ICs capital contribution. Accordingly, ICs ownership percentage in Qoros (which will be contributed to us in the spin-off) will remain at 50% after the conversion of ICs recent capital contribution into equity. We expect to contribute our remaining RMB25 million (approximately $4 million) by the first half of 2015. To further implement Qoros business development plan and to support its expansion efforts, Qoros will require significant debt financing over the next years.
Qoros Strengths
Focus on the Large and Fast Growing Chinese Passenger Vehicle Market China is the largest passenger vehicle market in the world in terms of units sold, with 16.1 million passenger vehicles sold in 2013, representing 29% of the global passenger vehicle market, according to CAAM and OICA. China is also the fastest growing passenger vehicle market in the world in terms of units sold with a 24% CAGR from 2004 to 2013, based upon information sourced from CAAM and CPCA, with respect to vehicles sold (including imports) during the period. Industry analysts expect the growth of Chinas passenger vehicle market to continue for example, or SIC, has indicated that the Chinese passenger vehicle market to experience an annual growth of approximately 10% between 2014 and 2018, as indicated on November 2013. Additionally, Chinas vehicle
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penetration level as of the end of 2012 (approximately 8%) is significantly lower than those of many other developed automotive markets (79% in the U.S., for example), according to OICA, indicating sustainable growth potential for this market. The C-segment, in which Qoros initial vehicle models compete, is the largest passenger vehicle segment in China, in terms of units sold. According to CPCA, 8.1 million C-segment vehicles were sold in China in 2013, representing 52% of Chinas passenger vehicle sales in that year (including exports, and excluding imports). A significant portion of the sales within this segment are generated from foreign joint venture brands, indicating Chinese consumers preference for vehicles delivering international standards and features.
Modern, high-quality vehicle models specifically-designed for the Chinese urban consumer Based on Qoros extensive customer and industry research, Qoros vehicle models were specifically designed to reflect the preferences of young, modern, urban consumers. In designing its C-Segment model, Qoros commissioned more than one hundred primary marketing studies, soliciting input from over 10,000 potential buyers over the course of seven years, including tracking the driving habits of drivers. Qoros has developed a vehicle product concept that Qoros believes satisfies the three voice of the customer pillars Well engineered, Well designed, and Beyond driving and reflects Chinese consumers safety, performance, design and connectivity preferences:
| Well Engineered: Qoros has engaged global companies in both the automotive (e.g., Magna Steyr, Bosch, Getrag, Valeo) and non-automotive (e.g., Frog Design, Microsoft, China Unicom) industries to facilitate the development and design of its vehicle platform. As evidence of Qoros successful engineering efforts, the Qoros 3 Sedan has been recognized for its outstanding vehicle safety according to European standards, having received the Euro NCAPs maximum five-star rating. The Qoros 3 Sedan was also the safest car tested by Euro NCAP in 2013 and the second safest car ever tested by Euro NCAP in its 17-year history. Additionally, the Qoros 3 Sedans vehicle performance is competitive within this segment in China, particularly in terms of fuel economy, acoustics, aerodynamics, climatic comfort and braking performance. |
| Well Designed: Qoros has an experienced in-house design team, located in its design centers in Munich and Shanghai. The Qoros 3 Sedans design provides one of the most spacious interiors in the segment. In particular, the large shoulder room and rear leg room reflect important preferences of the Chinese C-segment consumers. The Qoros 3 Hatch recently received the Red Dot Award, a prestigious design award, in recognition of its striking and particularly successful detail solutions and also received the Telematics Update Award, for the best telematics product or service launch in an emerging market. |
| Beyond Driving Connectivity: All of Qoros vehicles are equipped with a MMH, including an intuitive, 8 capacitive touch screen with swipe gestured control HMI, and most Qoros vehicles are equipped with the QorosQloud, a cutting-edge telematics and cloud-based entertainment and services system that delivers a variety of free (e.g., cloud-enhanced navigation, car care, and social sharing) and premium (e.g., real-time traffic, parking information, cloud-enabled map update, and safe drive monitoring) connectivity features. Qoros believes that the features and the services provided by the QorosQloud integrates Qoros vehicle into the drivers lifestyle, by virtually connecting the vehicle, the driver and the drivers digital world. |
Efficient operating model and organizational structure, complemented by a flexible platform and scalable manufacturing footprint Qoros vehicle platform reflects the results of Qoros intensive research and collaboration with industry experts, enabling Qoros to efficiently deliver new model variants.
Qoros has developed core competencies within key selected areas: (safety, styling, multimedia, etc.), and outsources many of its non-core operations through relationships that it has developed with various external engineers and suppliers with technical centers located throughout Europe and China. Outsourcing non-core functions allows Qoros to access technology and service suppliers as needed, without incurring the costs associated with maintaining such research and development capacity or capacity expansion on a full-time basis. For example, Qoros has engaged Magna Steyr, a company engaged in automobile design and engineering, in the design and development of Qoros vehicle platform, and of its individual vehicle models. Qoros also collaborates and sub-contracts with several other engineering firms for its product development activities. Qoros sources the component parts necessary for its vehicle models from over 100 global suppliers, which are typically European-based, with manufacturing facilities in China. Qoros aims to establish long-term relationships with its suppliers as a means of building loyalty, achieving competitive pricing, and achieving component quality and timeliness of delivery. Qoros strategic relationships and outsourcing permits it to maintain a lean and relatively flat organizational structure.
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Additionally, Qoros vehicle platform has been designed to support the development and production of each of Qoros planned C-segment models and can be modified into a D-segment platform with relatively minor adjustments. Qoros has recently completed the construction of its state-of-the art manufacturing facility in Changshu, China, which it also designed in consultation with various international consultants with extensive experience in the development of automobile production facilities in China and globally. Qoros manufacturing facility has an initial technical capacity of 150 thousand units per annum, which can be increased to approximately 220 thousand units per annum through the utilization of different shift models, and can subject to Quoros receipt of government approval, be further increased to up to approximately 440 thousand units per annum through a second stage plant expansion together with an optimized work shift model.
International management team with significant industry experience Qoros is managed by a highly experienced global management team with decades of experience in leading global businesses within the automotive, management consulting and high-tech industries and Qoros management team is critical to its success. Qoros believes that its management teams experience contributes to Qoros ability to effectively execute Qoros current development plan.
Supportive and committed shareholders providing for independent development capabilities Qoros shareholders have contributed valuable regulatory, industry, and financial support to Qoros since Qoros inception. Chery, a large Chinese automobile manufacturer, has provided Qoros with experience in the Chinese automotive and regulatory environments. Kenon, as a financial investor, contributes its ability to attract and retain top-tier global talent and establish organizational infrastructure. Qoros shareholders have supported Qoros independent research and manufacturing operations, and the building up of its development, branding, and export capabilities.
Each of Chery and IC has invested substantial cash equity a collective RMB6.4 billion (approximately $1 billion) as of March 31, 2014 to finance Qoros development, providing Qoros with the primary source of its operational resources. As of March 31, 2014, IC has contributed to Qoros RMB3.2 billion (approximately $520 million), representing approximately 86% of ICs committed capital contribution. During May and June 2014, each of IC and Chery contributed an additional RMB500 million (approximately $81 million) to Qoros. We expect to contribute our remaining RMB25 million (approximately $4 million) by the first half of 2015.
Qoros Strategies
Establish the Qoros brand Qoros has deployed an integrated marketing campaign to establish and increase customers awareness of the Qoros brand, including participation in auto shows and similar events, the use of online, and pay-per-click ads, and the use of traditional advertising, such as television and print ads. Qoros believes its marketing efforts have increased its brand awareness in China. For example, a recent Auto Motor and Sport China survey with over 40,000 participants also ranked the Qoros 3 Sedan No. 4 on its Best Domestic Compact Car list out of 433 car models within the C-segment based upon the percentage of participants choosing Qoros brand. Qoros also won the Brand of the Year award given by Auto Motor and Sport China. In 2014, the Qoros 3 Hatch received the Red Dot Award, a prestigious design award, in recognition of its striking and particularly successful detail solutions and also received the Telematics Update Award, for the best telematics product or service launch in an emerging market. Qoros intends to continue its brand development efforts, seeking to generate demand for Qoros vehicles and increasing leads to Qoros dealerships and sales teams. As Qoros increases production of its vehicle models, Qoros will seek to deliver high quality vehicles and services that will also complement its continuing brand development efforts.
Successfully launch Qoros commercial sales Qoros commercial launch includes the launch of Qoros C-segment models, such as the launch of the Qoros 3 Sedan in December 2013 and the launch of Qoros second model, the Qoros 3 Hatch, in late June 2014, continued expansion of its dealer network, build-up of its sales and service infrastructure, and continued ramp-up in vehicle production.
As of June 30, 2014, Qoros has sold 2,540 Qoros 3 Sedans, 49 of which were sold before December 31, 2013. Qoros is continuing to focus on the sale of its Qoros 3 Sedan and newly-launched (as of late June 2014) Qoros 3 Hatch, as well as on its customer awareness and outreach efforts. Qoros is also continuing to develop its dealer network, targeting those regions and cities that have been identified by Qoros extensive research as having high sales potential within the C-segment. Each of Qoros dealerships is constructed in accordance with a distinctive Qoros-branded, CI, designed to result in consistent appearance and service standards. Qoros dealers are required to complete rigorous training with respect to Qoros vehicle models, features and accessories. The
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construction and operation of Qoros dealerships are financed by Qoros dealers themselves, with partial reimbursements received from Qoros, resulting in the financial commitment of dealers to the commercial success of Qoros vehicle models. As of September 30, 2014, Qoros dealerships were fully operational and additional Qoros dealerships were under construction.
The development of Qoros sales and service infrastructure includes Qoros development of an information technology infrastructure connecting Qoros with its dealers and enabling coordination regarding the sales and aftermarket support of Qoros vehicles. Qoros is also continuing to establish service and diagnostic tools and service manuals across its dealer network and to train technicians to conduct repairs and to provide other after-market support at its various dealer locations.
Qoros is increasing its production levels to satisfy customer demand, with a focus on maintaining quality standards as production increases. Qoros launched commercial sales of its first car, the Qoros 3 Sedan, in December 2013, launched commercial sales of its second model, the Qoros 3 Hatch, in late June 2014, and expects to launch its cross-over model in the near future, which will provide Qoros dealers with multiple Qoros models to market to customers. Qoros intends to launch other models in the future in connection with the continued support and development of its brand.
Leverage platform to grow Qoros business, expand its product offerings and expand its sales to other regions in the future Qoros long-term strategy contemplates the expansion of Qoros vehicle portfolio through the introduction of additional vehicle models, particularly models in the C- segment and at a later stage D-segment, using Qoros existing platform. By using its existing scalable platform, Qoros can launch new models in an efficient manner, as its platform permits Qoros to develop new models with varying and distinctive features, while making only minor adjustments. The Qoros platform, for example, has been used to develop the Qoros 3 Sedan and the Qoros 3 Hatch, and is also being used to develop the crossover models that Qoros intends to launch in the near-term. Qoros also intends to offer additional services, parts and accessories for its vehicles, including value added services based upon its connectivity platform. Qoros strategy contemplates geographic expansion into selected European markets and the potential expansion into other markets in the future.
Efficiently scale production capacity Qoros manufacturing facility has embedded flexibility and has been specifically designed to provide easily expandable capacity. Qoros manufacturing facilitys capacity can be increased from its current 150 thousand vehicles per annum to approximately 220 thousand units per annum, through the utilization of different shift models, and, subject to Qoros receipt of government approval, up to approximately 440 thousand units per annum through a second stage plant expansion together with an optimized work shift model. Although Qoros has no immediate plans for expansion and has not submitted any expansion plans for regulatory approval, Qoros intends to increase its manufacturing capacity to the extent of increased demand for its vehicles, the success of its brand establishment, and the success of the launch of its C-segment vehicle models.
Overview of the Chinese Passenger Vehicle Market
Qoros is currently focused on the Chinese passenger vehicle market, which has experienced rapid growth in recent years driven by significant expansion of the Chinese economy. Today, China is the largest and fastest growing passenger vehicle market in the world in terms of units sold. Based upon information sourced from CAAM and CPCA, the domestic sales volume of passenger vehicles grew from approximately 2.4 million vehicles (including imports) in 2004 to 16.1 million vehicles (including imports) in 2013, representing a CAGR of 24%, and is expected to continue to grow.
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Factors Driving Growth in the Chinese Passenger Vehicle Industry
Qoros believes the following factors have contributed to the growth of the Chinese passenger vehicle industry:
Rapid Economic and Purchasing Power Growth
High GDP growth in China over the past decade has resulted in increased personal wealth and purchasing power. According to the National Bureau of Statistics of China, or NBSC, Chinas nominal GDP increased from RMB13,582 billion (approximately $2.2 billion) in 2003 to RMB56,845 billion (approximately $9.2 billion) in 2013; adjusted for inflation, the actual increase was 7.7% according to the CIA World Factbook. According to the NBSC, the annual disposable income per capita in Chinese urban households increased from RMB24,565 (approximately $3,991) in 2012 to RMB26,955 (approximately $4,379) in 2013, representing an increase of 9.7%. Adjusted by inflation, the actual increase was 7.0%. If the Chinese economy continues to grow, corresponding personal wealth generation will support greater demand for passenger vehicles, which will accelerate the expansion of Chinas passenger vehicle industry. It should be noted that, in conjunction with recent economic slowdowns in the United States and within the European Union, the growth rate in China has declined in recent quarters. In April 2014, the NBSC recorded slight reductions in Chinas industrial production growth and the growth in investment in fixed assets. Additionally, Chinas quarter-on-quarter GDP growth in each quarter of 2013 and in the first quarter of 2014 was 1.5%, 1.8%, 2.3%, 1.7% and 1.4%, respectively. For information on the risks related to Chinas economic growth, see Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Related to Our Interest in Qoros The economic, political and social conditions in China could have a material adverse effect on Qoros.
Low Penetration Rate Implies Long-Term Growth Potential
Although Chinas passenger vehicle market is the largest in the world by country (in terms of units sold), Chinas penetration rate of vehicles as a proportion of its population is still relatively low, at approximately 8% at the end of 2012. According to OICA, the penetration rate of more mature economies, by comparison, typically ranges from 32% (in the case of Russia) to 79% (in the case of the United States), which indicates significant growth potential for the passenger vehicle market in China.
By Brand, including car/SUV/MPV, Russia excluded in East Europe, Germany excluded in West Europe.
Source: OICA
Increased Urbanization
Urbanization within China has created significant opportunities for the passenger vehicle industry as urban residents have shown a tendency for greater mobility. China has become increasingly urbanized over the years. According to the World Bank, from 2003 to 2012, Chinas urbanization rate has increased from approximately 40% to approximately 52%, with an urban resident population of 699.3 million in 2012. Pursuant to the National New Urbanization Plan (2014-2020) issued in March 2014, the Chinese government set a target of raising the urbanization rate (as measured by urban resident population) to approximately 60% by 2020. Going forward, small and medium-size cities and towns in the central and western areas of China are projected to grow at a faster rate than the national average.
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Increased Investment in Transportation Infrastructure
Chinas substantial investment in the construction of transportation infrastructure has fueled demand for passenger automobiles. According to the NBSC, from 2003 to 2012, the total length of Chinas highways has grown from approximately 1,810,000 kilometers to 4,238,000 kilometers, representing a CAGR of 9.9%. Further highway extensions are expected to promote increased use of automobiles. The increase in the length of highways further facilitates inter-city travel, which in turn has boosted automobile sales as the use of passenger vehicles has increased accordingly.
Market Segmentation of the Chinese Passenger Vehicle Industry
The Chinese passenger vehicle market, in line with international markets, can be separated into the following segmnents: large-size and mid- to large-size (E-segment), mid-size (D-segment), compact (C-segment), small-size (B-segment) and mini (A-segment) models based on the size of the vehicles and their typical engine displacement. The following table sets forth the major categories of passenger vehicles and key features.
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Length of vehicles (millimeter) |
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A | 2,000 2,300 | Below 4,000 | Below 1.0 | ||||||||
Small-size |
B | 2,300 2,500 | 4,000 4,300 | 1.0 1.5 | ||||||||
Compact |
C | 2,500 2,700 | 4,200 4,600 | 1.6 2.0 | ||||||||
Mid-size |
D | 2,700 2,900 | 4,500 4,900 | 1.8 2.4 | ||||||||
Mid- to large-size |
E | 2,800 3,000 | 4,800 5,000 | Above 2.4 | ||||||||
Large-size |
E | Above 3,000 | Above 5,000 | Above 3.0 |
With 8.1 million vehicles (including exports, and excluding imports) sold in 2013, Chinas C-segment market, which Qoros is initially targeting, is one of the largest C-Segment markets in the world and represents, by far, the largest segment within the Chinese market. The C-segment has also been one of Chinas fastest growing segment over the past decade, with a CAGR of 17% from 2009 to 2013 according to CPCA. Qoros believes that the C-segments primary attractiveness in China results from its delivery of the combination of value for money with sufficient comfort and space for families.
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Within the C-segment, Chinese consumers have shown a strong consumer preference for sedans, which, according to CPCA, represented approximately 66% of all C-segment sales in 2013 (including exports, and excluding imports), differing strongly from the preferences of European consumers, who have a strong preference for hatchbacks. An important trend over recent years has been the high growth in SUV demand which, according to CPCA, represented approximately 21% of C-segment sales in China in 2013 (including exports, and excluding imports), as compared to approximately 11% in 2009.
The Chinese passenger vehicle market is typically further divided into categories, as set forth below:
Segment |
Examples of Brands | |
Joint-venture Brands |
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Premium |
Mercedes Benz, BMW, Audi, Cadillac | |
Mid- to High-end |
Volkswagen, Nissan, Buick, Toyota, Honda, Hyundai | |
Economy |
Suzuki | |
Local Chinese Brands |
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Mid- to High-end |
Roewe, Senova, MG | |
Economy |
BYD, Geely, Great Wall |
The role of joint venture brands is particular to the Chinese market, as foreign automotive OEMs are only allowed to establish local production through joint-ventures with local manufacturers. Joint venture brands participate in the larger and more expensive market segments of the PRC passenger vehicle market, and a significant portion of the sales within these segments are generated from foreign joint venture brands. Chinese consumers have indicated a preference for joint venture brands as a result of their perceived higher quality and technology, as well as their higher prestige. Local brands participate primarily in the economy price range, with demand mainly driven by first-time car buyers, often located in tier 3 (those with populations ranging from 4-10 million, including subsidiary counties and towns) and tier 4 (those with populations ranging from 2-6 million, including subsidiary counties and towns) cities, which typically have lower vehicle penetration rates than the larger tier 1 and tier 2 cities.
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The following table sets forth estimated market share in the Chinese market by vehicle segment for joint ventures and local brands:
Qoros Description of Operations
Qoros designs, engineers and manufactures a new brand of automobiles manufactured in China, designed to deliver international standards of quality and safety, as well as innovative features. Qoros launched and commenced commercial sales of the Qoros 3 Sedan December 2013 and launched commercial sales of its second model, the Qoros 3 Hatch, in late June 2014, and is continuing to ramp up its production of these vehicle models in its recently completed state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Changshu, China.
Models
Qoros current C-segment portfolio includes diversified vehicle models, such as the Qoros 3 Sedan, the Qoros 3 Hatch and the crossover. Qoros platform has been designed to enable the efficient introduction of new models in the C- and D- segments. Qoros also intends to introduce new vehicle models over time, including the introduction of models in other segments, such as the D-segment, as it expands its commercial operation in line with demand for its vehicles.
Well Engineered
Qoros developed its vehicles in accordance with international standards of quality and safety, as well as innovative features, working in conjunction with global entities from both automotive (e.g., Magna Steyr, Bosch, Getrag, Valeo) and non-automotive (e.g., Frog Design, Microsoft, China Unicom) industries. The Qoros 3 Sedan is Qoros first vehicle and has been recognized for best in class safety according to European standards, having been awarded the Euro NCAPs maximum five-star rating. The Qoros 3 Sedan was the first Chinese-branded car to receive such a designation, was the second safest car ever rated by Euro NCAP in its 17-year history, and the safest car tested by Euro NCAP in 2013. Qoros 3 Sedans vehicle performance is competitive in its segment, particularly with respect to fuel economy, acoustics, aerodynamics, climatic comfort, and braking performance. For example, the Qoros 3 Sedan has a powertrain optimized for efficient fuel consumption and engine performance, resulting in competitive highway and city fuel consumptions of 4.9 L/100 km and 8.3 L/100 km, respectively. Additionally, the Qoros 3 Sedan demonstrates competitive braking performance according to Auto Motor and Sports standards.
Well Designed
Qoros has an experienced in-house design team, located in its design centers in Munich and Shanghai. The Qoros 3 Sedans design provides one of the most spacious interiors in the segment. In particular, the large shoulder room and rear leg room reflect important Chinese C-segment consumer preferences. The Qoros 3 Sedan is also one of the widest vehicles in its segment. Furthermore, in 2014, the Qoros 3 Hatch received the Red Dot Award, a prestigious design award, in recognition of its striking and particularly successful detail solutions and also received the Telematics Update Award, for the best telematics product or service launch in an emerging market.
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Beyond Driving QorosQloud
All of Qoros vehicles are equipped with a MMH, including a user friendly 8-inch capacitive touch screen with swipe gestured control HMI. Most of Qoros vehicles are equipped with the QorosQloud, a cutting-edge telematics and cloud-based entertainment and services system that delivers a variety of free (e.g., cloud-enhanced navigation, car care, and social sharing) and premium (e.g., real-time traffic, parking information, cloud-enabled map update, and safe drive monitoring) connectivity features. Qoros believes the features and the services provided by the QorosQloud integrates Qoros vehicle into the drivers lifestyle, by virtually connecting the vehicle, the driver and the drivers digital world. QorosQloud creates a digital ecosystem that, among other features, provides the driver with the following free features:
| guiding services, offering trip planning, navigation services which, after parking, can continue to provide the user with directions via the use of mobile devices, and smart points of interest; |
| car care services, offering car status monitoring, booking of appointments for service maintenance, real-time monitoring of service maintenance status from a mobile device, driving behavior monitoring, which may help drivers in connection with their insurance, and monitoring of fuel efficiency; and |
| share services, offering check-in, shared trips and other social networking features. |
The QorosQloud also provides drivers with remote access to their vehicle, providing key information with respect to the vehicles location, owners manual, warranty information, and vehicle diagnostics and maintenance, as well as, for an additional fee, enabling drivers to access real-time information such as traffic and surrounding points of interest from the vehicle.
Drivers of Qoros vehicles may also purchase premium connectivity features, such as access to dynamic, real-time parking and traffic information and live map updates, representing an additional source of revenue for Qoros.
Models under Development
Qoros is continuing to leverage its vehicle platform via its development of additional C-segment models, including the crossover, SUV and European and Electric Rear Axle (ERA) derivatives, which are in various stages of design, development, and production.
Information Technology
Qoros has designed a comprehensive IT infrastructure to support its operating model, including product processes, customer order processes, sales & service processes, and enterprise management and support processes. Qoros implemented most of these systems, such as its engineering, purchasing, and production control systems, in connection with its launch of the Qoros 3 Sedan.
Additionally, to support its recently commenced commercial sales, Qoros has also launched its marketing and sales systems, including its dealer management system, dealer portal, customer relation management system, and spare part and warranty systems.
Qoros Manufacturing; Property, Plants and Equipment
Qoros conducts its vehicle manufacturing and assembly operations at its recently completed 150 thousand unit per annum, 790,000 square meter factory by land size in Changshu, China, for which it has a land use right until March 4, 2062. Qoros western-standard manufacturing facility incorporates comprehensive, flexible capabilities, including body assembly, state-of-the-art paint shop, final vehicle assembly and end-of-line testing. Qoros newly constructed paint shop uses cutting edge painting processes, such as TecTalis, a nanoceramic conversion coating process for metals, and the B1B2 compressed painting process, in which two layers of wet-to-wet basecoats are applied instead of the traditional application of a basecoat layer and a primer coating, to achieve production efficiency, improve painting quality, and minimize environmental impact. Qoros paint shop also utilizes state-of-the-art equipment and robots, to contribute to the overall effectiveness and efficiency of Qoros painting operations.
Qoros plans to continue to ramp up its production of the Qoros 3 Sedan and the Qoros 3 Hatch, as it deploys its full-scale commercial sales model. Qoros will adjust the manufacturing capacity of its manufacturing facility in accordance with the demand for its vehicles. Currently, the base installed volume of vehicles that can be
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manufactured, or the technical capacity, of Qoros recently completed manufacturing facility is 150 thousand units per annum. Through alterations of operating parameters, such as the utilization of different shift models, the volume of vehicles manufactured can be increased to approximately 220 thousand units per annum. This represents the manufacturing facilitys shift capacity. Subject to approval from the relevant Chinese government authorities and additional investments in phase two of the manufacturing facility, the production capacity of Qoros manufacturing facility can subject to Qoros receipt of government approval, be further increased to up to approximately 440 thousand units per annum through a second stage plant expansion together with an optimized work shift model.
Qoros also has an operational design facility located in Munich, Germany, responsible for creating specific design aspects such as interior/exterior, color and trim, visualization, and graphics, of Qoros vehicle models. The design center attracts designers that are difficult to recruit in Shanghai, China, results in German-quality design of Qoros vehicle models, and assists in Qoros brand building activities in Germany and other European regions. The Qoros design team in Munich is part of the Qoros global design team.
Qoros Product Sourcing and Suppliers
Qoros sources the component parts necessary for its vehicle models from over 100 global suppliers. A majority of Qoros suppliers are European-based, with manufacturing facilities in China. Qoros aims to establish long-term relationships with its suppliers as a means of building loyalty, achieving competitive pricing, and achieving component quality and prompt delivery. Qoros has implemented enterprise resource planning and management software to automate its procurement and inventory processes and to integrate them with its financial accounting system. This resource management system allows Qoros to reduce and control costs by maintaining minimal inventories of the components and parts needed to conduct its manufacturing operations.
In 2009, Qoros entered into an agreement with Magna Steyr, a company engaged in automobile design and engineering, for the purposes of engaging Magna Steyr in the design and development of Qoros vehicle platform. Qoros has entered into additional contracts with Magna Steyr for the engineering and styling of its individual vehicle models, including the Qoros 3 Sedan and the Qoros 3 Hatch. Qoros also collaborates and sub-contracts with several other engineering firms for its product development activities.
Qoros utilizes a managed outsourcing model for the development of its vehicle models, which Qoros believes increases its operational effectiveness and efficiency. Under its managed outsourcing model, Qoros utilizes the knowledge it has acquired from its extensive customer research to develop its vehicles, including defining corresponding vehicle and (sub-)system level performance targets, formulating detailed design verification/testing plans, and managing vehicle development programs. The detailed implementation work necessary to develop Qoros vehicles is then carried out by engineering service providers and/or related suppliers in accordance with Qoros requirements. For information on Qoros relationship with, and the risks related to, Qoros suppliers, see Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Related to Our Interest in Qoros Qoros is dependent upon its suppliers.
Qoros Patents and Licenses
Qoros owns the intellectual property rights related to motor vehicles that it has independently developed (including HMI, electric powered motor vehicles and relevant motor vehicles platforms, parts, components and accessories for motor vehicles). Although Wuhu Chery owns any and all brands, trade names, trademarks, or emblems developed in connection with, or with respect to, any of Qoros vehicles, Qoros licenses such intellectual property from Wuhu Chery pursuant to a trademark license contract which, among other things, provides Qoros with the exclusive use of this intellectual property. No other parties, including Chery and its affiliates, are permitted to use such intellectual property without the joint consent of the General Manager and CFO of Qoros.
Qoros has filed more than 800 trademark applications for Qoros major trademarks (e.g., QOROS, Qoros logos) and other trademark related to Qoros business in Asia (including Australia/New Zealand ), Europe, Middle East, North America, South America, Africa, etc. by the end of 2013. QOROS has been registered in 43 countries (including 28 EU member countries); Qoros Auto has been registered in 33 countries (including 28 EU member countries); and Qoros logo has been registered in 34 countries (including 28 EU member countries).
For information on the risks related to Qoros ownership of its intellectual property, see Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Related to Our Interest in Qoros Qoros success depends, in part, upon its ability to protect its intellectual property.
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Qoros Marketing Channels
Qoros has implemented an integrated product, marketing and communication strategy, based upon extensive customer research. Since its inception, Qoros has commissioned more than a hundred primary marketing studies focusing upon key vehicle features, purchasing factors and consumer needs. Qoros centralized, in-house marketing team aims to utilize its market research and:
| generate demand for Qoros vehicles and drive leads to Qoros dealerships and sales teams; |
| build long-term brand awareness and develop and manage Qoros reputation; and |
| employ effective marketing strategies in a cost-efficient manner. |
To that end, Qoros conducted three marketing campaigns in 2013, aimed at informing its target customer base of the commencement of the commercial sales of Qoros first vehicle model, the Qoros 3 Sedan. These campaigns included three major auto shows (in Geneva, Shanghai, and Guangzhou), TechDay, and various Media Test Drive events that involved the display and demonstration of the Qoros 3 Sedan. These demonstration events ranged from widely attended auto shows to smaller sales-oriented events. In preparation for the launch of the Qoros 3 Hatch (which launched in late June 2014), Qoros has developed similar marketing campaigns, including attendance of the Geneva and Beijing auto shows, which took place earlier in 2014, and Chengdu and Guangzhou auto shows, which will take place later in 2014. In marketing its products, Qoros frequently utilizes various channels relevant to its targeted demographic, as determined by a study Qoros commissioned to assess the effectiveness of various marketing mediums in reaching Qoros targeted consumer base. Significant among these channels, is Qoros utilization of online, and pay-per-click ads. Qoros also advertises via television, office, LCD, and print ads, road shows and test drives.
Qoros Dealers
Qoros markets its vehicles in China through a network of independent authorized retail dealers, with whom Qoros enters into non-exclusive relationships. A portion of Qoros dealerships are 4S dealer stores, providing Qoros customers with dealers and authorized salesmen, showrooms, and service and parts, under one roof; the remaining portion of Qoros dealership network comprises only showrooms. Locations of Qoros dealerships have been identified in Qoros extensive research, with a view to optimizing and increasing Qoros market coverage. As of September 30, 2014, Qoros dealerships were fully operational and additional Qoros dealerships were under construction, and Qoros had received more than Point of Sales Intentions. The dealership facilities are based on Qoros branded construction plans, to ensure consistency and quality, and are constructed by the dealer using its own capital resources, with partial reimbursements received from Qoros.
Qoros enters into a contract with each authorized dealer, agreeing to sell to the dealer all specified vehicle lines at wholesale prices and granting to the dealer the right to sell those vehicles to retail customers from an approved location. It is expected that, Qoros dealers will offer the full vehicle model lineup offered by Qoros. Authorized Qoros dealers also offer parts, accessories, service and repairs for Qoros vehicles, using genuine Qoros parts and accessories obtained directly from Qoros. Qoros dealers are authorized to service Qoros vehicles under Qoros limited warranty program, and those repairs are required to be made only with Qoros parts. In addition, most of Qoros dealers also provide their customers access to retail financing, vehicle insurance and warranty packages.
Because dealers maintain the primary sales and service interface with the end consumer of Qoros products, the quality of Qoros dealerships and its relationship with its distributors are critical to its success. Qoros conducts rigorous training for dealers with respect to its vehicle models and ancillary and aftersales products, most of which are required to be completed prior to the opening of a dealers operations. Qoros training program for dealers includes (i) a step-by-step course plan, which includes an initial launch training, (ii) a three leveled core curriculum with a final certification test, and (iii) subject-specific training when appropriate (e.g. the launch of a new product, a QorosQloud upgrade, etc.). Dealers are also expected to undergo subject-specific trainings throughout subsequent years. Pursuant to the terms of its standard dealer arrangement, Qoros dealers are required to periodically participate in ongoing training and educational sessions regarding Qoros, its vehicle models, and the servicing of its vehicles.
For information on the risks related to Qoros relationship with its dealers, see Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Related to Our Interest in Qoros Qoros depends upon a network of independent dealers to sell its automobiles.
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Aftersales and Services
In connection with the launches of the Qoros 3 Sedan and the Qoros 3 Hatch, Qoros is continuing to ramp up the aftersales and services it offers for its vehicle models through its network of authorized dealers. Qoros drivers can utilize their QorosQloud to respond to service invitations, make and secure appointments, and report issues on their vehicle in advance of any servicing appointments. Aftersales and services are provided pursuant to warranties and for a fee where warranty coverage is not available.
Qoros Customers
Qoros intended target audience consists of young, modern, urban consumers between the ages of 25 and 35, with an average-to-high level of income, who are interested in purchasing an accessorized, value-for-money automobile. Qoros also plans to target government fleets and, since January 2014, selected variants of the Qoros 3 Sedan has become authorized for purchase by Jiangsu government officials.
In the future, Qoros also expects to enter into select European, and potentially other, markets as it expands its commercial operation. Qoros targeted European demographic differs from its targeted Chinese consumer. In Europe, Qoros expects to target the same customer segment and to target consumers that live in a household that is accustomed to purchasing one car per family member (as opposed to one car per household).
Retail Financing Program
Customer financing is available through dealers and financing packages are also offered by Chery Motor Finance Service, Co. Ltd. a Wuhu Chery affiliate. Qoros does not provide direct financing to customers at this time.
Warranty Program
Qoros provides a 36 month or 100,000 km limited warranty with every Qoros vehicle model and also provides 36 months of free, twenty-four hour, 365 days roadside assistance. Qoros limited warranty, which is similar to those offered by other international OEMs, is subject to certain limitations, exclusions or separate warranties, including certain wear items, such as tires, brake pads, paint and general appearance, and battery performance, and is intended to cover parts and labor to repair defects in material or workmanship in the body, chassis, suspension, interior, electronic systems, battery, powertrain and brake system. As Qoros expands to other countries in the future, Qoros warranty coverage may vary from country to country in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. In addition to the standard 36 month warranty that is provided with each vehicle model, in the future Qoros also intends to offer an extended warranty package to its customers, covering numerous servicing options over a longer period of time.
Qoros Competition
The passenger vehicle market in China is highly competitive, with competition from many of the largest global manufacturers (acting through joint ventures) and established domestic manufacturers. As the size of the Chinese market continues to increase, Qoros anticipates that additional competitors, both international and domestic, may seek to enter the Chinese market and that market participants will act to maintain or increase their market share. In particular, Qoros expects the European, U.S., Korean and Japanese automakers to be its chief competitors.
Qoros Seasonality
In general, demand for new cars in the Chinese automobile industry peaks during three periods: March April, September October, and December January. The Chinese automobile industry generally experiences reduction in demand during February, July and August. It is expected that Qoros will experience similar seasonality with respect to its sales.
Qoros Joint Venture Agreement
We are party to a Joint Venture Agreement, entered into on February 16, 2007 (which has been amended, supplemented or otherwise modified since then) that sets forth certain rights and obligations of each of Quantum (2007) LLC, or Quantum, the wholly-owned subsidiary through which we own our equity interest in Qoros, and Wuhu Chery with respect to Qoros. The Joint Venture Agreement is governed by Chinese law. Pursuant to the
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terms of the Joint Venture Agreement, each of Kenon, through its wholly-owned subsidiary, and Wuhu Chery is required to invest pro rata amounts into Qoros at various and specified intervals. The Joint Venture Agreement also contains provisions regarding (i) the joint approval of substantial matters (e.g., changes to Qoros articles of association; the merger, amalgamation, split or public offering of Qoros) via unanimous approval from Qoros board of directors; (ii) the selection of Qoros Board of Directors and senior management; (iii) a prohibition against the sale/assignment/transfer/pledge of either partys interest in Qoros, subject to certain exceptions, and (iv) indemnification, confidentiality, non-competition, and liquidation processes.
Pursuant to the terms of our Joint Venture Agreement, we have the right to appoint three of Qoros six directors and the sole right to nominate Qoros Chief Financial Officer. Wuhu Chery has the right to appoint the remaining three of Qoros six directors and the sole right to nominate Qoros Chief Executive Officer. Our nomination of Qoros Chief Financial Officer and Wuhu Cherys nomination of Qoros Chief Executive Officer are each subject to the approval of Qoros board of directors by a simple majority vote. Additionally, Wuhu Chery may, in the event of the termination of the Joint Venture Agreement, purchase our interest in Qoros at an agreed upon price or a price determined pursuant to a valuation procedure set forth in the Joint Venture Agreement. In the event of a disagreement relating to the purchase price of our interest in Qoros, Wuhu Chery has the right to cause a liquidation of Qoros. Upon a liquidation of Qoros, Wuhu Chery has the right to purchase Qoros production and/or testing assets at the fully depreciated book value of those assets, each such purchase to be conducted under certain circumstances and subject to certain conditions. The nationalization or confiscation, in whole or in substantial part, of Qoros assets, or Qoros bankruptcy, for example, are all termination events that may trigger Wuhu Cherys purchase rights. Furthermore, the Joint Venture Agreement also contains provisions relating to the transfer and pledge of Qoros shares, the appointment of executive officers and directors, and the approval of substantial matters, which may prevent us from making decisions we deem desirable.
Each of IC and Chery has committed to provide Qoros with RMB3.74 billion (approximately $608 million) of capital contributions. As of March 31, 2014, each of IC and Chery had contributed RMB3.2 billion (approximately $520 million) of capital, representing approximately 86% of their individual committed capital contribution, and was obligated to contribute RMB525 million (approximately $85 million) to Qoros. In June 2014, IC contributed an additional RMB500 million (approximately $81 million) to Qoros via a shareholder loan. IC expects such loan to convert into equity upon the satisfaction of certain conditions, including the approval of the relevant Chinese authority. Chery made a loan to Qoros on the same terms, and its loan is therefore subject to the same conversion conditions as ICs capital contribution. Accordingly, ICs ownership percentage in Qoros (which will be contributed to us in the spin-off) will remain at 50% after the conversion of ICs recent capital contribution into equity. If such approval is not, or cannot be, obtained, Qoros has undertaken to repay the convertible loan, with interest. We expect to contribute our remaining RMB25 million (approximately $4 million) by the first half of 2015. Additionally, each of Kenon and Chery has guaranteed the full performance and observance by Kenons wholly-owned subsidiary and Wuhu Chery, respectively, of, and compliance with, all covenants, agreements, obligations and liabilities applicable to Kenons wholly-owned subsidiary or Chery, as applicable, under and in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Joint Venture Agreement. As a result, Kenon and Chery are effectively subject to the terms of the Joint Venture Agreement.
The Joint Venture Agreement will expire in December 2032 and either we or Wuhu Chery may terminate the Joint Venture Agreement prior to this date, under certain circumstances, and subject to certain conditions. For further information on the risks related to the Joint Venture Agreement, including the risks related to Cherys status as a state controlled holding enterprise and the risks related to Qoros ownership of its intellectual property, see Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Related to Our Interest in Qoros Qoros is a joint venture in which our interest is only 50% and Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Related to Our Interest in Qoros Qoros success depends, in part, upon its ability to protect its intellectual property.
Qoros Legal Proceedings
Audi Proceedings
Audi requested a preliminary injunction, or PI, regarding Qoros model name GQ3 at Hamburg court in Germany in January 2013. The Hamburg Court issued a PI order on January 14, 2013, which prohibited Qoros from using GQ3 as its model name in Germany. Qoros filed an opposition to the PI at the Hamburg Court on June 26, 2013. The Hamburg Court issued a written decision to uphold PI on January 20, 2014. Qoros appealed the decision in February 2014, and the proceeding is pending.
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Audi requested a PI regarding Qoros cars rear part configuration with Qoros logo in the middle of the trunk lid and 3 at the right side of the chrome strip (hereinafter Qoros logo + 3 configuration) at Hamburg Court on March 7, 2013. The Hamburg Court issued a PI order on March 12, 2013, which prohibits Qoros from using Qoros logo + 3 configuration in its cars in Germany. Qoros filed an opposition to the PI at the Hamburg Court. The Hamburg Court issued a written decision to revoke the PI on September 24, 2013. Audi appealed the decision and the case is pending.
V Cars LLC Proceedings
On each of July 20, 2008, March 17, 2010 and October 16, 2013, V Cars LLC (formerly Visionary Vehicles) filed claims against IC, Quantum, Chery and/or individuals related to Chery in U.S., Hong Kong and Israeli forums. Generally, the claims, which are at various stages of adjudication, allege V Cars LLC conducted negotiations with Chery for the establishment of a joint venture for production of vehicles in China and distribution thereof in the United States and was forcibly removed from such discussions by IC, Quantum Chery and/or individuals related to Chery. With respect to the 2013 suit, V Car LLC asserts it is entitled to approximately NIS 600 million (approximately $173 million) in damages, or 28% of the value of Qoros as of the filing date of V Car LLCs claim. Alternatively, V Car LLC claims it is entitled to a customary fee (amounting to approximately 10% of ICs investment in Qoros). IC believes it has strong arguments to support its claim and each of Quantum and Chery have committed to indemnify each other under certain circumstances. Quantum is no longer a party to the single proceeding in which it was initially named. Neither Kenon, any of our subsidiaries, or Qoros are party to these proceedings.
Qoros Regulatory, Environmental and Compliance Matters
Qoros is subject to regulation, including environmental regulations, in China and the Jiangsu Province. Such regulations are becoming increasingly stringent and focus upon the reduction of emissions, the mitigation of remediation expenses related to environmental liabilities, the improvement of fuel efficiency, and the monitoring and enhancement of the safety features of Chinese vehicles. Qoros facility, activities and operations are subject to continued monitoring and inspection by the relevant Chinese authorities. Qoros believes that it is in compliance with applicable Chinese government regulations.
Additionally, certain of Qoros corporate activities are subject to the regulation and approval of the competent authorities in China. Such activities include capital increases by, loans to, and investments in Qoros, changes in the structure of Qoros ownership, increases in the production capacity, construction of Qoros production facilities, registration and ownership of trademarks, relocation of Qoros head office, the formation of subsidiaries, and the inclusion of Qoros products in the national catalogue for purposes of selling them throughout China. For further information on Qoros regulatory, environmental and compliance risks, see Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Related to Our Interest in Qoros Qoros is subject to Chinese regulation and its business or profitability may be affected by changes in Chinas regulatory environment.
ZIM
We have a 32% stake in ZIM, an international shipping company in which we held an approximately 99.7% equity interest up to July 16, 2014. As an historically consolidated subsidiary, ZIM accounted for 77% of our revenues and 18% of our combined EBITDA in 2013, and 43% of our assets at the end of 2013. Since its establishment in 1945, ZIM has developed into a large carrier in the global container shipping industry, operating a fleet of container vessels via a complex feeder network that operates from hub ports on all major international trade routes according to a fixed schedule. As of December 31, 2013, ZIM operated 89 vessels (of which 28 were owned, or jointly-owned, and 61 were chartered) with a total shipping capacity of 346,311 TEUs, operating along 78 global and regional lines calling at ports in 127 countries worldwide. ZIM offers proven shipping solutions, including the transportation of out-of-gauge cargo (i.e., cargo that is placed in a special container or cargo that is over-dimension in height and/or width and/or length and/or weight that cannot be placed into a regular or Special container), perishable goods, or hazardous cargo and also offers end-to-end shipping services, including overland transport, distribution, storage, land transportation, customs brokerage and freight services, and an extensive global logistics network that services customers from different industries and complements and supports ZIMs primary transport activities.
In the wake of the 2008 global financial crisis, the global shipping industry experienced a severe crisis, resulting in a significant decrease in the profitability of shipping companies worldwide, particularly container shipping companies. In 2009, ZIM estimated that it expected a cash flow deficit of up to approximately $1 billion
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in the years 2009 to 2013 due to the collapse of global trade in connection with the financial crisis. Accordingly, in November 2009, ZIM entered into a consensual plan to restructure its financial and other obligations, including a renegotiation of covenants in its debt facilities and a reduction of charter rates. Due to the worsening of conditions in the container market in 2011, ZIMs operating results were not consistent with the covenants in its debt facilities (as renegotiated in 2009), and as a result ZIM sought waivers from its creditors from compliance with these covenants, and by the second quarter of 2012, ZIM obtained the required waivers. However, the shipping crisis continued into 2012, primarily as a result of persistent high fuel prices, slow growth in demand, and a supply of shipping services that exceeded demand. The principal result of these crises has been an increase in competition within the shipping industry, an increase in cooperative operational agreements between international shipping companies, downward pressure on slot and freight rates, volatility in charter and spot market rates. The persistence of such difficult conditions in the shipping industry and the increase in competition have significantly impacted international shipping companies, including ZIM, and has led to ZIMs failure to comply with the conditions, including financial covenants, of most of the agreements relating to its outstanding debt and other liabilities. In 2013, ZIM took measures to address the continuing effects of the crisis in the container industry, including the postponement of payments of principal with respect to certain of its debt, the cancellation of newbuild orders and the commencement of discussions with its creditors. Commencing in the third quarter of 2013, a going concern reference was included in ZIMs financial statements, and as a result, most of ZIMs creditors were entitled to demand the immediate repayment of their debts. Based on ZIMs financial statements as of December 31, 2013, the amount of ZIMs outstanding liabilities exceeded the current value of ZIMs assets.
On July 16, 2014, ZIM completed its financial restructuring, reducing ZIMs outstanding indebtedness and liabilities (face value, including future off-balance sheet commitments such as operational leases) from approximately $3.4 billion to a remaining balance of approximately $2 billion. As a result, ZIM is not in default under any of its loans or outstanding liabilities and the lenders under ZIMs loans no longer have the right to demand ZIMs immediate repayment of such indebtedness. Additionally, as of July 31, 2014, ZIM was in compliance with its minimum liquidity covenant of $125 million. In connection with the completion of ZIMs restructuring plan, ZIM also postponed certain of its maturity dates and reduced certain of its charter rates. As part of ZIMs restructuring, IC invested $200 million in ZIMs capital structure and ICs ownership of ZIM (which will be contributed to Kenon) was reduced to 32% of ZIMs outstanding shares. For further information on the terms of ZIMs restructuring plan, see Item 5B. Liquidity and Capital Resources ZIMs Liquidity and Capital Resources ZIMs Restructuring Plan.
ZIMs Operational Restructuring
In addition to its financial restructuring, which ZIM completed on July 16, 2014, ZIM is continuing to revise its operational strategies and has committed itself to additional cost reduction practices in order to position itself as a more efficient and profitable carrier. These strategies include focusing ZIMs operations on three key trade zones: the Trans-Pacific, the Asia-Black Sea/Mediterranean Sea sub-trade zones, and the Intra-Asia trade zones. ZIM has implemented ZIMpact, a comprehensive strategy designed to improve ZIMs commercial and operational processes by reducing ZIMs operational expenses while simultaneously seeking to increase its profitability. A description of the key elements of ZIMs strategy is set forth below. Since 2010, and its implementation of ZIMpact, ZIM improved its cost structure and reduced the differential between its profitability level and the industrys average profitability level (as ZIMs profits were lower than the industry average in previous years). Additionally, ZIM generated positive EBITDA in each of 2012 and 2013. ZIM believes its financial restructuring will enable it to focus its managements attention on strategy execution, including the upgrading of its fleet to larger, more efficient vessels, its potential entry into strategic alliances, and a future IPO or liquidity event.
A description of the key elements of ZIMs strategies, which were initiated in 2010, is set forth below.
Improve Trade Coverage: Be Smart ZIM has identified key trade zones of operation in which ZIM believes it could increase its operational activities and achieve a more effective and profitable platform: the Trans-Pacific, the Asia-Black Sea/Mediterranean Sea sub-trade zone, and the Intra-Asia trade zone. ZIM believes that these zones, which represented approximately 59% of ZIMs transported volume in 2013, offer the highest growth potential within the container shipping industry. ZIM has already increased its presence in each of these key trade zones, and intends to continue to reduce its presence in the other trade zones in which it operates, particularly the Trans-Atlantic and East Africa trade zones, which ZIM deems to be less profitable for its operations. ZIM has expanded its operations within its key trade zones, including the Trans-Pacific by, for example, entering into new cooperative operational agreements, including a cooperative operational agreement
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with the G6 in the Trans-Pacific trade zone, and restructured its flagship services to focus on its Trans-Pacific operational activities. ZIM intends to continue to increase its presence in this and other key trade zones and to reduce its exposure in its non-strategic trade zones.
Restructure Go-To-Market: Be Effective ZIM has restructured its sales force and sales processes in more than 13 of the key markets in which it operates and is in the process of restructuring such channels for the other markets in which it operates. ZIMs strategy to improve its sales function has focused ZIMs restructuring plans on improving customer service and shared services infrastructure, updating the skillset of ZIMs employees, improving coordination among its business units (the units responsible for the various geographic regions and countries) and establishing targets, processes and tools for implementation of this strategy. Surveys of ZIMs customers since its implementation of ZIMpact have indicated increased customer satisfaction for the third year in a row.
Reduce Costs: Be Efficient ZIM intends to continue to improve its cost structure by reducing its key variable costs (e.g., cargo handling, land transportation expenses, balancing costs, etc.) and key fixed costs (e.g., bunker, charter hire). Since the deployment of ZIMpact in 2010, ZIM has altered its bunkering locations and processes, including the technical modification of its vessels to improve fuel consumption. Additionally, ZIM has established a global procurement unit tasked with negotiating the terms of, and maintaining relationships with, ZIMs suppliers, as well as establishing standardized procurement procedures. ZIM has also improved the effectiveness and efficiency of its land transportation ancillary services. ZIM plans to continue to seek cost reductions through various measures, including:
| adding competitive, efficient vessels, particularly large vessels, to its fleet, so as to improve its slot cost efficiency; |
| increased slow-steaming, which involves operating vessels at less than their maximum speeds, to increase fuel efficiency and thereby reduce bunker expenses; |
| implementing additional initiatives, including entry into joint procurement agreements, participation in e-auctions, further technical modifications to its fleet in order to improve fuel consumption; and |
| scrapping vessels earlier than common practice, so as to reduce the utilization of inefficient vessels and thereby improve its overall fleet efficiency and bunker expenses. |
ZIMs Industry Overview
ZIM operates in the liner shipping sector and provides container space/allocation in connection with its operation of regular routes between fixed destinations, within and between trade zones, according to set schedules and anchoring at ports in accordance with a predetermined schedule. ZIM provides maritime transport services to customers from a range of trade, industry and manufacturing sectors, each according to either pre-determined or spot rates. The maritime transportation industry provides a vital link in international trade, with oceangoing vessels representing the most efficient, and often the only, means of transporting large volumes of commodities, semi-manufactured goods and finished products.
Overview of the Container Shipping Market
Container cargo is shipped primarily in 20-foot or 40-foot containers and includes a wide variety of raw materials, commodities, semi manufactured goods and finished products. There are four core trade zones in the container shipping industry: the Trans-Pacific, Asia-Europe, Trans-Atlantic and Intra-Asia trade zones. Trade along the East-West routes is primarily driven by United States and European consumer demand for products made in Asia. The volume of trade between Asia and the Middle-East is nearly as large as trade in the Trans-Atlantic and is a major East-West route on which carriers can deploy large vessels. Supporting these routes are the North-South routes and a network of regional routes, including the Europe-Mediterranean, Caribbean-United States, Europe-South America, Asia-Australia and North America-South America routes.
According to Global Insight, in 2013, 9.6 billion tons of cargo of all types was transported by sea, of which 1.1 billion tons were shipped in containers. Although container cargo represented 11.5% of the global volume of seaborne cargo transported in 2013, it represented 52% of its total value. Container shipping is the fastest growing sector of international shipping, benefiting from a shift in cargo transport towards unitization, as well as from changes in world trade. From 2000 to 2013 the CAGR in world seaborne trade was 4.8%, while containers were the fastest growing sector by a significant margin during this period with a 6.8% CAGR.
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The container shipping industry has also experienced a reduction in the excess vessel capacity that has characterized the industry since 2008. As of January 1, 2014 the world cellular fleet of containerships consisted of 5,469 vessels totaling 17 million TEU in nominal capacity, as compared to 12 million TEU as of the end of 2008. Fleet growth for 2013 was 5.7%, with 1.3 million TEU delivered to the industry. Nevertheless, Drewrys 2013 global supply-demand index reflects an improved state of equilibrium for the container shipping industry as a result of the slightly lower capacity growth of 5.7% in 2013 (versus 6.0% in 2012) primarily due to increased scrapping (which reduced the net addition of vessels to 895,000 TEU) and a slower rate of deliveries of newbuilds.
Regionally, emerging economies, particularly Brazil, India, China and South Africa, have helped to increase container traffic volumes within the container shipping industry. Structural difficulties within these countries, along with reduced growth in the leading economies, however, have contributed to the recent deceleration of the container market volumes growth. Therefore, although global economic activity and international trade have increased since the recession in 2008-2009, growth rates in container volumes transported have declined, with growth rates of 3.9%, 4.4% and 9.5% in 2013, 2012 and 2011, respectively, as compared to historic growth rates that generally exceeded 5% prior to the global economic recession, according to Drewry.
Containership Demand
Global container trade has increased every year since the introduction of long-haul containerized shipping routes in the late 1960s, with the exception of 2009 when it decreased for the first time and experienced a 10% reduction in volume as a result of the worldwide recession. However, global container trade has since recovered in the wake of renewed growth in the world economy and has been growing by an average of 5.7% annually between 2010 and 2013, according to Drewry.
Historically, there has been a correlation between trends in GDP and container demand, although since the onset of the global economic crisis in 2008, this correlation has been unclear. Notwithstanding recent trends, global container trade is generally driven by trends in economic output and consumption, changes in global sourcing and changes in patterns of world trade. In addition, there are several structural factors that also impact global container trade, including changes in world trade, changes in global sourcing and manufacturing, and the continued containerization of traditional shipping sectors, such as bulk and refrigerated cargo markets.
Containership Supply
Containerships range in size from vessels that carry less than 500 TEU, to those with capacity of up to 19,000 TEU. The main categories of ship are broadly as follows:
| Mega-vessels (above 13,000 TEU); |
| Large & Very Large (8,000 13,000 TEU) |
| Post Panamax (5,000 to 7,999 TEU), so-called because of their inability to trade through the existing Panama Canal, although there are plans to widen the existing Panama Canal, with completion scheduled in 2016, which will allow ships up to 13,000 TEU to transit the waterway; |
| Panamax (3,000 to 4,999 TEU); |
| Intermediate (2,000 to 2,999 TEU); |
| Handysize (1,000 to 1,999 TEU); and |
| Feeder (less than 1,000 TEU). |
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Competition
ZIM competes with other liner shipping companies to provide transport services to customers worldwide. The market is significantly concentrated with the top three carriers (A.P. Moller-Maersk Group, Mediterranean Shipping Company, and CMA CGM S.A.) accounting for 36.4% of the global capacity, and the remaining top 20 carriers each controlling less than 5% of the capacity. ZIM controls 1.9% of the global container shipping capacity and is ranked eighteenth among shipping carriers globally (in terms of TEU capacity).
Source: Alphaliner
Cooperative Operational Arrangements
To compete in an oversupplied market and to minimize costs, the major containership operators have created, and are continuing to create and enter into, cooperative operational arrangements, also known as consortia arrangements, which enable rationalization of the activities of the carriers, realization of economies of scale in the operation of vessels and utilization of port facilities, promotion of technical and economic progress and greater, more efficient utilization of container and vessel capacity. Generally, consortia arrangements vary significantly ranging from those that are highly integrated and require a high level of investment to flexible slot exchange and slot purchase agreements. Alliances refer to highly integrated and multiple string consortia. Currently, the primary global alliances operating on the east-west shipping lines are the G6 alliance (comprising APL Ltd, or APL, Hapag-Lloyd, Hyundai Merchant Marine, Mitsui OSK Lines, Nippon Yusen Kaisha and Orient Overseas Container Line, or OOCL, merging the former New World Alliance with the Grand Alliance) and the CKYHE Alliance (comprising Cosco, K Line, Yang Ming, Hanjin and Evergreen). Additionally, A.P. Moller-Maersk and Mediterranean Shipping Company, the worlds two largest container liner companies, recently announced a 10-year vessel sharing agreement (expected to become effective in January 2015, subject to regulatory approval by the appropriate bodies) that will operate in the east-west trades and will include 185 vessels, representing an estimated capacity of 2.1 million TEUs. In addition to these alliances, there are also other operational agreements or partnerships between carriers to share costs and jointly fill cargo capacity, so as to more efficiently operate single service string or multiple strings within a trade. ZIM, for example, has an arrangement with the G6 for certain of ZIMs Trans-Pacific routes and has an arrangement with OOCL in connection with certain of ZIMs Cross Suez routes.
Outlook and Key Trends
The oversupply of vessel capacity is expected to continue in the near future as the global fleet continues to increase (net of scrappings). This sustained orderbook activity is primarily driven by the addition of larger and more cost-efficient vessels, which are expected to increase supply relative to demand. Orders for vessels with a capacity of 7,500 TEU or higher, for example, accounted for 82% of the total orderbook (in terms of TEU), according to Alphaliners May 2014 report.
Carriers are using various measures to adjust capacity and reduce their costs, including the entry into operational cooperation agreements to rationalize their liner networks. Other measures to address this over-capacity include scrapping or slow steaming (which reduce bunker expenses), idling vessels, and delaying the placement of orders, or delivery of new-builds.
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Containership Rates
Freight rates are mainly driven by containerized demand and supply balance and have historically been highly volatile. Other factors also affect freight rates, such as changing market sentiment and carrier behavior, as reflected by deviations in freight rates that are sometimes greater than suggested by the existing demand and supply imbalance.
ZIMs Financial Restructuring
In the wake of the 2008 global financial crisis, the global shipping industry experienced a severe crisis, resulting in a significant decrease in the profitability of shipping companies worldwide, particularly container shipping companies. In 2009, ZIM estimated that it expected a cash flow deficit of up to approximately $1 billion in the years 2009 to 2013 due to the collapse of global trade in connection with the financial crisis. Accordingly, in November 2009, ZIM entered into a consensual plan to restructure its financial and other obligations, including a renegotiation of covenants in its debt facilities and a reduction of charter rates. Due to the worsening of conditions in the container market in 2011, ZIMs operating results were not consistent with the covenants in its debt facilities (as renegotiated in 2009), and as a result ZIM sought waivers from its creditors from compliance with these covenants, and by the second quarter of 2012, ZIM obtained the required waivers. However, the shipping crisis continued into 2012, primarily as a result of persistent high fuel prices, slow growth in demand, and a supply of shipping services that exceeded demand. Uncertainty and unpredictability are still clouding the global economy in general, and the container shipping industry, which is directly affected by global economic changes, in particular. The principal result of these crises has been an increase in competition within the shipping industry, an increase in cooperative operational agreements between international shipping companies, downward pressure on slot and freight rates, volatility in charter and spot market rates. These conditions have resulted in an increase in the deployment of larger vessels, including mega-vessels, which increase the global capacity of containerships. The persistence of such difficult conditions in the shipping industry and the increase in competition have significantly impacted international shipping companies, including ZIM, resulting in a significant adverse effect on ZIMs business results and profitability. These difficult conditions in the global shipping industry have resulted in a significant decline in profitability achieved by ZIM, which has led to ZIMs default under most of its debt facilities relating to its outstanding indebtedness. In 2013, ZIM took measures to address the continuing effects of the crisis in the container industry, including the postponement of payments of principal with respect to certain of its debt, the cancellation of newbuild orders and the commencement of discussions with creditors. Commencing in the third quarter of 2013, a going concern reference was included in ZIMs financial statements, and as a result, among other things, most of ZIMs creditors were entitled to demand the immediate repayment of their debts. Based on ZIMs financial statements as of December 31, 2013, the amount of ZIMs outstanding liabilities exceeded the current value of ZIMs assets.
On July 16, 2014, ZIM completed its financial restructuring, reducing ZIMs outstanding indebtedness and liabilities (face value, including future off-balance sheet commitments such as operational leases) from approximately $3.4 billion to a remaining balance of approximately $2 billion. As a result, ZIM is not in default under any of its loans or outstanding liabilities and the lenders under ZIMs loans no longer have the right to demand ZIMs immediate repayment of such indebtedness. Additionally, as of July 31, 2014, ZIM was in compliance with its minimum liquidity covenant of $125 million. In connection with the completion of ZIMs restructuring plan, ZIM also postponed certain of its maturity dates and reduced certain of its charter rates. As part of ZIMs restructuring, IC invested $200 million in ZIMs capital structure and ICs ownership of ZIM
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(which will be contributed to Kenon) was reduced to 32% of ZIMs outstanding shares. For further information on the terms of ZIMs restructuring plan, see Item 5B. Liquidity and Capital Resources ZIMs Liquidity and Capital Resources ZIMs Restructuring Plan.
ZIMs Description of Operations
ZIM operates in the liner shipping sector and provides container space/allocation in connection with its operation of regular routes between fixed destinations, within and between trade zones, according to set schedules and anchoring at ports in accordance with a predetermined schedule and according to either pre-determined or spot rates. ZIM operates globally in the maritime container shipping industry, although its key operational activities are conducted in the Trans-Pacific, Asia-Europe, and Intra-Asia trade zones. In 2013, these key trade zones accounted for approximately 69% of ZIMs total carrying capacity (measured in TEUs).
ZIM operates a network of 78 global and regional lines that are linked to strategically located transshipment hubs. Generally, ZIMs shipping lines offer weekly fixed-day calling services at certain ports of call, using a fixed number of vessels with similar characteristics serving in a specific shipping line. ZIMs global and regional shipping lines are usually linked to each other through one or more primary or secondary transshipment hubs, strategically connecting between main lines and/or to feeder lines that create a wider network and a connection to and from smaller ports within the vicinity. Vessels operating on the feeder lines also provide regional transport services, participating in regional trade and improving their utilization rates.
A portion of ZIMs global and regional lines are operated in the framework of cooperative operational agreements with other shipping companies. These agreements are primarily based on the following structures: the joint operation of shipping services by vessel sharing agreements, the exchange of capacity between shipping companies and the sale/purchase of slots on vessels operated by other shipping companies. ZIM is seeking to increase the efficiency of its shipping lines and the utilization rates of its fleet, by expanding its network of cooperative operational agreements.
In addition to marine transport activities, ZIM provides ancillary logistical services that complement and support its primary transport activities. These door-to-door services include freight forwarding, containerization terminals, bonded storage, overland transportation services, and insurance and insurance brokerage services. ZIMs revenues from its ancillary services did not exceed 8% of its total revenue in 2013 and 2012. ZIM also holds equity interests in a number of non-shipping enterprises, including a 20% ownership interest in port facilities in Antwerp, Belgium, and a 40% ownership interest in a port facility in Tarragona, Spain. In 2013, ZIM sold its 25% interest in a container manufacturing factory located in the South of China, and its 55% interest in a container manufacturing factory located in the North of China and approximately 50% of its interest in a logistics company located in Israel.
The map below illustrates ZIMs trade zones of operation, as of December 31, 2013, and the percentage of TEUs transported by zone:
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The following table sets forth, with respect to each trade zone in which ZIM operates, the distribution of TEU transported, revenues, and operating profit/loss for 2013 and 2012:
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2. | Including capital gains, subsidiaries and agencies (above 50%) and sundry income/expenses. |
Key Trade Zones
Trans-Pacific Trade Zone
The Trans-Pacific trade zone, which covers trade between Asia (mainly China) and the east coast and west coast of the U.S., Canada, Central America, the Caribbean and South America, accounted for $1.3 billion, or 34%, of ZIMs revenues in 2013, and 746 thousand TEU, or 30% of the aggregate TEUs shipped by ZIM in 2013. The aggregate available capacity within this trade zone was 2.9 million TEU as of January 1, 2014. Approximately 70% of goods shipped to the United States are transported through the West Coast gateways, via ports located in the west coast of the United States and Canada, and are delivered by land (via trains and/or trucks) to their final destinations, mainly to Midwestern United States and to the central and eastern parts of Canada. Many international shipping companies operate through the West Coast gateways using larger vessels with carrying capacities of up to 14,000 TEU and an average size of 6,400 TEU, calling at U.S. west coast ports.
The remaining 30% of goods shipped to the United States are delivered through the east coast of the United States and to the Gulf of Mexico through the Suez or Panama Canals. Vessels sailing through the Suez Canal call at the eastern coast of the United States, and such vessels typically have carrying capacities ranging up to 9,000 TEU. Container vessels operating through the Panama Canal are relatively small, 5,000 TEU, due to the current width limitations of the Panama Canal. Expansion works, which are intended to enable vessels with a shipping capacity of up to 13,000 TEU to pass through the Panama Canal by 2016, are underway. ZIM intends to replace its fleet of vessels servicing this sub-trade zone over time with larger, more-cost-effective vessels in connection with the completion of this expansion of the Panama Canal.
ZIM has cooperated with the Grand Alliance in this trade zone since 2009. In 2013, ZIM expanded this cooperation to the newly-formed G6 Alliance, an alliance of the former members of the Grand Alliance and the New World Alliance. ZIM also cooperates with COSCO and Evergreen on the line between Asia and the east coast of South America.
Asia-Europe Trade Zone
The Asia-Europe trade zone, which covers trade between Asia and Europe through the Suez Canal, accounted for $763 million, or 21% of ZIMs revenues, and 637 thousand, or 25% of the aggregate TEUs shipped by ZIM in 2013. The Asia-Europe trade zone is divided into two sub-trades zones: Asia-North Europe (accounting for approximately 40% of total volume of goods shipped within this trade zone in 2013 and representing approximately 250 thousand of the 637 thousand TEU transported by ZIM in the Asia-Europe trade zone during 2013) and Asia-Black Sea/Mediterranean Sea (accounting for approximately 60% of total volume of goods shipped within this trade zone in 2013), which represents a key strategic zone for ZIM. The Asia-Black Sea/East Mediterranean Sea sub-trade zone represents a key, strategic zone for ZIM.
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The Asia-Europe trade zone is marked by intense competition and includes the worlds largest vessels, with an average carrying capacity of 11,000 TEU on the lines shipping to north Europe and an average carrying capacity of 8,300 TEU on the lines shipping to South Europe/Mediterranean Sea. ZIM cooperates with the OOCL in connection with its Asia-Black Sea/Mediterranean Sea trade services.
Intra-Asia Trade Zone
The Intra-Asia trade zone, the worlds largest trade zone (in terms of TEU), accounted for $254 million, or 7% of ZIMs revenues, and 368 thousand TEUs, or 15% of the aggregate TEUs shipped by ZIM in 2013. Demand in this trade zone has been increasing for the last several years and is expected to continue to grow in the near-term. Such demand is due, among other things, to the relatively low cost of labor in the area and its proximity to developing economies with high growth rates, which incentivizes the manufacturing of finished products for export and trades in unfinished products passing between countries before their final passage to other trade zones via long-distance trade. Additionally, the Intra-Asia trade zone benefits from, and is highly influenced by, the trade infrastructure of the surrounding Asia-Europe and Asia-America trade zones.
Local shipping companies have a significant presence within this trade zone which, for the most part, is serviced by relatively small vessels, with carrying capacities that range up to 5,000 TEU and an average capacity of 1,400 TEU. However, larger vessels which operate in the intercontinental trade, also serve this trade zone and call at ports within the region. There is significant operational cooperation among local operators and between local and global operators and ZIM cooperates with a number of other shipping companies within this trade zone.
ZIM also operates in Asia-Africa trade from its Intra-Asia operations, transporting approximately 82 thousand TEUs (representing approximately 3.3% of ZIMs aggregate TEUs transported) and generating approximately $163 million of revenue (approximately 4.4% of ZIMs revenues) in this trade zone in 2013.
Other Trade Zones of Operation
Trans-Atlantic Trade Zone
The Trans-Atlantic trade zone, which covers trade between North and South America and Europe, including the Mediterranean Sea ports, accounted for $411 million, or 11% of ZIMs revenues, and 290 thousand TEUs, or 12% of the aggregate TEUs shipped by ZIM in 2013. Many international shipping companies are active within this trade zone, primarily utilizing vessels with carrying capacities ranging from 4,000 to 6,000 TEU. This trade zone also includes vessels larger than 6,000 TEU sailing from the Far East through the Suez Canal to the Atlantic. ZIM is in the final stages to formulate an agreement with Hapag-Lloyd to extend operational cooperation in the South Atlantic, which is expected to commence in late 2014.
Intra-Europe Trade Zone
The Intra-Europe trade zone, consisting of lines to and from Israel, to the eastern and western Mediterranean and to north Europe, accounted for $225 million, or 6% of ZIMs revenues, and 217 thousand TEUs, or 9% of the aggregate TEUs shipped by ZIM in 2013. Small and medium vessels operate within this trade zone, with carrying capacities ranging from 500 to 6,000 TEU, including vessels serving deployed in lines along its trade lines to service this trade zone. These vessels call at the regional ports within the zone and are also linked to services in the Asia-Europe trade zone and the Trans-Atlantic trade zone, whose trade infrastructures benefit the Intra-Europe trade zone.
Intra-America Trade Zone
The Intra-America trade zone, consisting of shipping lines operating within regional ports in the Americas, accounted for $209 million, or 6% of ZIMs revenues, and 116 thousand TEUs, or 5% of the aggregate TEUs shipped by ZIM in 2013. ZIMs operations within this zone are also linked to its Trans-Pacific and Trans-Atlantic service lines. ZIM generally uses small and medium vessels, with carrying capacities ranging from approximately 1,100 to 7,000 TEU, to service this trade zone. ZIM cooperates with other carriers within this trade zone, including MSC, one of the three largest global container shippers, to complement ZIMs shipping services between Latin America, USEL, the Caribbean and the Gulf of Mexico.
Additional Trade Zones
Other trade zones in which ZIM operates shipping lines include the Asia-Africa and Africa-Europe trade zones. ZIM generally uses small and medium feeder vessels, with carrying capacities ranging from approximately 1,600 to 3,350 TEU, to service these trade zones.
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ZIMs Description of Fleet
ZIM provides transport services through a fleet that, as of December 31, 2013, included 89 vessels (87 container vessels and 2 vehicle transport vessels), of which 28 vessels are indirectly owned by ZIM (either wholly or partially, through subsidiaries established for vessel-holding purposes only) and 61 vessels are chartered (5 of these are defined as financial leases). As of December 31, 2013, the total capacity of ZIMs fleet of vessels (both owned and chartered) was 346,311 TEU (compared to 361,263 TEU as of December 31, 2012). As of December 31, 2013, the cost of ZIMs fleet of vessels (both owned and leased) was $2,324 million and the net carrying amount was $1,602 million.
The following table sets forth summary information regarding ZIMs chartered and owned (including jointly-owned) vessels as of December 31, 2013:
Chartered Vessels
Vessel |
Year Built |
Vessel Size (TEU) |
Charter
Agreement(1)/ |
Redelivery Date (Earliest) | ||||
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1. |
2009 | 6,350 | Charter Agreement | March 12, 2019(3) | ||||
2. |
2008 | 6,350 | Agreement | January 30, 2018 | ||||
3. |
2006 | 5,527 | Spot Market | July 7, 2014 | ||||
4. |
2005 | 5,040 | Charter Agreement | July 2, 2015 | ||||
5. |
2004 | 5,040 | Charter Agreement | July 2, 2015 | ||||
6. |
2004 | 4,992 | Charter Agreement | March 15, 2014(4) | ||||
7. |
2002 | 4,992 | Charter Agreement | September 1, 2015 | ||||
8. |
2004 | 4,992 | Charter Agreement | September 1, 2015 | ||||
9. |
2002 | 4,992 | Charter Agreement | February 14, 2014(4) | ||||
10. |
2002 | 4,992 | Charter Agreement | May 5, 2014(4) | ||||
11. |
2002 | 4,992 | Charter Agreement | September 1, 2015 | ||||
12. |
2004 | 4,992 | Charter Agreement | May 20, 2014(4) | ||||
13. |
2009 | 4,860 | Charter Agreement | March 24, 2019 | ||||
14. |
2009 | 4,860 | Charter Agreement | January 9, 2019 | ||||
15. |
2009 | 4,330 | Charter Agreement | August 11, 2017 | ||||
16. |
2009 | 4,330 | Charter Agreement | August 7, 2017 | ||||
17. |
2009 | 4,259 | Charter Agreement | May 30, 2017 | ||||
18. |
2009 | 4,259 | Charter Agreement | June 11, 2017 | ||||
19. |
2009 | 4,253 | Charter Agreement | May 12, 2021 | ||||
20. |
2008 | 4,253 | Charter Agreement | November 18, 2020 | ||||
21. |
2008 | 4,253 | Charter Agreement | May 22, 2020 | ||||
22. |
2008 | 4,253 | Charter Agreement | August 8, 2020 | ||||
23. |
2008 | 4,253 | Charter Agreement | September 19, 2020 | ||||
24. |
2,009 | 4,253 | Charter Agreement | February 14, 2021 | ||||
25. |
2006 | 4,250 | Charter Agreement | April 8, 2016 | ||||
26. |
2007 | 4,250 | Charter Agreement | October 2, 2017 | ||||
27. |
2010 | 4,231 | Charter Agreement | January 7, 2018 | ||||
28. |
2010 | 4,231 | Charter Agreement | December 20, 2017 | ||||
29. |
2010 | 4,221 | Charter Agreement | June 13, 2022 | ||||
30. |
2010 | 4,221 | Charter Agreement | June 26, 2022 | ||||
31. |
2007 | 3,398 | Spot Market | April 1, 2014 | ||||
32. |
1991 | 3,351 | Charter Agreement | March 31, 2016 | ||||
33. |
1990 | 3,351 | Charter Agreement | March 31, 2017 | ||||
34. |
2010 | 2,553 | Charter Agreement | April 27, 2025 | ||||
35. |
2012 | 2,546 | Spot Market | June 3, 2014 | ||||
36. |
2010 | 2,546 | Spot Market | August 11, 2014 | ||||
37. |
2008 | 2,546 | Spot Market | March 16, 2014 | ||||
38. |
2011 | 2,544 | Spot Market | March 5, 2014 | ||||
39. |
2005 | 2,474 | Spot Market | March 1, 2014 | ||||
40. |
2003 | 2,312 | Spot Market | September 23, 2014 | ||||
41. |
1999 | 2,169 | Spot Market | September 1, 2014 |
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Vessel |
Year Built |
Vessel Size (TEU) |
Charter
Agreement(1)/ |
Redelivery Date (Earliest) | ||||
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1999 | 2,135 | Spot Market | January 20, 2014 | ||||
43. |
2010 | 1,732 | Spot Market | December 16, 2013 | ||||
44. |
1996 | 1,730 | Spot Market | February 12, 2014 | ||||
45. |
1998 | 1,725 | Spot Market | February 18, 2014 | ||||
46. |
2004 | 1,678 | Spot Market | March 12, 2014 | ||||
47. |
1994 | 1,452 | Spot Market | December 5, 2013 | ||||
48. |
1995 | 1,367 | Spot Market | November 16, 2014 | ||||
49. |
1998 | 1,367 | Spot Market | January 16, 2015 | ||||
50. |
1995 | 1,367 | Spot Market | December 16, 2014 | ||||
51. |
2008 | 1,338 | Spot Market | March 8, 2014 | ||||
52. |
2008 | 1,300 | Spot Market | September 10, 2014 | ||||
53. |
2008 | 1,300 | Spot Market | September 8, 2014 | ||||
54. |
2008 | 1,300 | Spot Market | September 20, 2014 | ||||
55. |
2008 | 1,300 | Spot Market | September 1, 2014 | ||||
56. |
1997 | 1,295 | Spot Market | July 15, 2014 | ||||
57. |
1993 | 1,169 | Spot Market | March 3, 2014 | ||||
58. |
1998 | 1,060 | Spot Market | April 29, 2014 | ||||
59. |
2008 | 724 | Spot Market | August 24, 2014 | ||||
60.(5) |
1992 | 1 | Spot Market | August 22, 2014 | ||||
61.(5) |
1993 | 1 | Spot Market | May 23, 2014 | ||||
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(1) | Original charter period of more than one year. |
(2) | Original charter period of up to one year. |
(3) | In connection with the completion of ZIMs restructuring, the redelivery date was changed to April 2015. |
(4) | Redelivered. |
(5) | Vehicle transport vessel. |
Owned Vessels
Vessel |
Year Built |
Vessel Size TEU | ||
1.(1) |
2010 | 10,062 | ||
2.(1) |
2009 | 10,062 | ||
3.(1) |
2009 | 10,062 | ||
4.(1) |
2010 | 10,062 | ||
5.(1) |
2009 | 8,440 | ||
6.(1) |
2010 | 8,440 | ||
7.(1) |
2010 | 8,440 | ||
8.(1) |
2009 | 8,440 | ||
9. |
2002 | 5,047 | ||
10. |
2002 | 4,992 | ||
11. |
2004 | 4,992 | ||
12.(2) |
2006 | 4,250 | ||
13. |
2007 | 4,250 | ||
14.(2) |
2007 | 4,250 | ||
15.(2) |
2007 | 4,250 | ||
16.(2) |
2007 | 4,250 | ||
17. |
2006 | 4,242 | ||
18. |
1996 | 3,834 | ||
19. |
1996 | 3,834 | ||
20. |
1997 | 3,834 | ||
21. |
1997 | 3,834 | ||
22. |
1996 | 3,834 | ||
23. |
1997 | 3,834 | ||
24. |
1997 | 3,834 | ||
25. |
1997 | 3,834 | ||
26. |
2000 | 1,702 | ||
27. |
2000 | 1,702 | ||
28.(3) |
1994 | 1,504 | ||
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(1) | In connection with the completion of ZIMs restructuring, the vessel will be owned by the lenders and chartered back to ZIM. |
(2) | In connection with the completion of ZIMs restructuring, the vessel will be fully-owned by XT, a related party, and chartered back to ZIM. |
(3) | The vessel was scrapped during the second quarter of 2014. |
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The following table sets forth a summary of information relating to ZIMs vessels as of December 31, 2013, differentiating between owned and chartered vessels, and the remaining period of the charter:
Container Vessels | Other Vessels | Total | ||||||||||||||
Number | Capacity (TEU) | |||||||||||||||
Vessels owned by ZIM |
24 | 133,111 | | 24 | ||||||||||||
Vessels jointly owned by ZIM and related parties |
4 | 17,000 | | 4 | ||||||||||||
Vessels chartered from related parties1 |
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Periods up to 5 years |
7 | 34,818 | 1 | 2 | 8 | |||||||||||
Periods over 5 years |
3 | 14,792 | | 3 | ||||||||||||
Vessels chartered from third parties1 |
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Periods up to 5 years |
40 | 108,799 | 1 | 2 | 41 | |||||||||||
Periods over 5 years |
9 | 37,791 | | 9 | ||||||||||||
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87 | 346,311 | 2 | 2 | 89 | |||||||||||
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1. | Excluding jointly owned vessels. |
2. | Vehicle transport vessel. |
Industry analysts expect shipping companies deployments of larger vessels to increase and, in particular, to increase in certain of the key trade zones in which ZIM operates and intends to increase its operations. To remain competitive within these trade zones, ZIM will seek to alter its fleet composition accordingly. ZIM operates a number of very large container vessels and it intends to incorporate an additional six very large container vessels into its fleet by 2016. Larger vessels increase a vessels carrying capacity per voyage and have lower slot costs at certain utilization rates, due to, among other reasons, them being generally more fuel efficient.
Chartered Vessels
ZIM charters vessels under charter agreements for varying periods. With the exception of those vessels whose rates were set in connection with ZIMs 2009 debt restructuring, ZIMs charter rates are fixed at the time of entry into the charter, and depend upon market conditions existing at that time. As of December 31, 2013, of the 61 vessels chartered by ZIM under lease arrangements:
| 58 vessels are chartered under a time charter, which consists of chartering the vessel capacity for a given period of time against a daily charter fee, with the crewing and technical operation of the vessel handled by its owner, including 11 vessels chartered under a time charter from a related party; and |
| 3 vessels are charted under a bareboat charter, which consists of the chartering of a vessel for a given period of time against a charter fee, with the operation of the vessel handled by the charterer. |
Subject to any restrictions in the applicable lease arrangement, the charterer determines the type and quantity of cargo to be carried as well as the ports of loading and discharging. ZIMs vessels operate worldwide within the trading limits imposed by its insurance terms. The technical operation and navigation of ZIMs vessels remain, at all times, the responsibility of the vessel owner, who is generally responsible for the vessels operating expenses, including the cost of crewing, insuring, repairing and maintaining the vessel, costs of spares and consumable stores, tonnage taxes and other miscellaneous expenses. For further information on the material terms of our lease agreements, see Chartered Vessels above.
As a result of, among other things, the going concern reference in ZIMs third quarter 2013, and subsequent, financial statements, the underlying lease agreements relating to ZIMs charter hires (except with respect to the charter hire fees reduced in accordance with the terms of ZIMs financial restructuring in 2009) were previously subject to cancellation upon ZIMs receipt of notification of such cancellation from the ship owners. However, as a result of the completion of ZIMs restructuring on July 16, 2014, ZIM is no longer in default under any of its loans or outstanding liabilities, including its charter payments. For further information on the terms of ZIMs restructuring, and the effect of such restructuring on ZIMs vessel composition and charter rates, see Item 5B. Liquidity and Capital Resources ZIMs Liquidity and Capital Resources ZIMs Restructuring Plan.
For further information on those charters from related parties, see Item 7B. Related Party Transactions ZIMZIMs Vessel and Operating Leases; ZIMs Restructuring Plan.
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Fleet Management
ZIM provides its own operational and technical management services for each of the vessels that it owns. ZIMs operational management services include the chartering, sale and purchase of vessels and accounting services, while its technical management services include:
| selecting, engaging, and training competent personnel to supervise the maintenance and general efficiency of its vessels; |
| arranging and supervising the maintenance, drydockings, repairs, alterations and upkeep of its vessels in accordance with the standards developed by ZIM, the requirements and recommendations of each vessels classification society, and relevant international regulations; |
| maintaining necessary certifications and ensuring that our vessels comply with the law of their flag state; |
| arranging the supply of necessary stores, spares and lubricating oil for its vessels; |
| appointing such surveyors and technical consultants as ZIM may consider necessary from time to time; |
| operating its vessels in accordance with the ISM Code and the International Ship and Port Facilities Security Code, or ISPS Code; |
| developing, implementing and maintaining a safety management system in accordance with the ISM Code; |
| installing plan maintenance system software on-board its owned vessels; and |
| arranging insurance coverage. |
ZIMs ISM Code certification is endorsed every year by Class NKK. ZIM seeks to ensure that its vessels are operated in a safe and proper manner in accordance with its established requirements, design parameters, flag state and class requirements, charter party requirements and the ISM Code. ZIM actively manages the risks inherent in its operations and is committed to eliminating incidents that threaten the safety and the integrity of its vessels. In addition to the ISM code, ZIM is certified to ISO 14001 Environmental code, which is endorsed by Class NKK on a yearly basis.
Additionally, ZIM is required by various governmental and quasi-governmental agencies to obtain certain permits, licenses and certificates with respect to its vessels. The kinds of permits, licenses and certificates required for the operation of each of ZIMs vessels depends upon several factors, including the commodity transported, the waters in which the vessel operates, the nationality of the vessels crew and the age of a vessel. Additional laws and regulations, environmental or otherwise, may be adopted which could limit ZIMs ability to do business or increase its cost of doing business.
ZIM has established a procurement unit, which deploys standardized procurement procedures and is responsible for, among other things, the supply of bunker for ZIMs fleet, the negotiation of terminal rates, and the implementation of further technical modifications to ZIMs fleet.
Utilization Rate
ZIMs utilization of its carrying capacity, its utilization rate, varies according to (i) the demand and supply dynamics within a particular shipping route, (ii) trade characteristics, and (iii) the general imbalance that normally exists in shipping, which is reflected by high rates of utilization in voyages to western countries (i.e., the dominant leg) and lower rates of utilization in voyages of the opposite direction (i.e., the counter-dominant leg). ZIMs utilization rate varies from time to time and generally ranges between 75% and 95% of total active vessels operating on its dominant leg, with the utilization rates of its counter-dominant leg being much lower.
ZIMs Customers
ZIM transports a wide range of cargos for many types of customers. In 2013, ZIM had more than 37,000 customers. ZIMs customers are divided into end users, including exporters and importers, and forwarders, these being non-vessel operating common carriers (i.e., entities engaged in assembling cargos from various customers and the forwarding thereof through a shipping company). In 2013, 46% of ZIMs customers (in terms of transported volume) were end customers, while the remainder were forwarders, e.g., entities dealing with consolidation cargo from various clients and shipping the cargo by various shipping companies. ZIM does not
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depend upon any single customer. ZIMs terms generally vary from customer to customer. Its contracts with its customers may be for a certain voyage or for a certain period (e.g., yearly or quarterly), and typically do not include exclusivity clauses in favor of ZIM.
ZIMs Suppliers
ZIM contracts with third parties for its purchases of new vessels, maintenance and repair services, containers, bunker, terminal services, inland transportation services, feeder services, and loading and unloading services. The fee due to ZIMs suppliers is generally agreed upon between the parties following negotiations, taking into account such factors as accepted market rates and the suppliers goodwill. ZIM has no material suppliers and its operations are not dependent on any one of its suppliers.
In connection with its operational improvement efforts, ZIM has established a centralized procurement system to secure and manage its fixed and variable costs, with a specific intent on reducing such costs so as to increase profitability. ZIM expects to continue its renegotiation of contractual terms with its suppliers, service providers and ports of call, so as to minimize its variable and fixed costs. For further information on ZIMs efforts to align its operational expenses with its revenues, see ZIMs Operational Restructuring.
ZIMs Competition
The marine container shipping industry is extremely competitive and highly decentralized. Approximately 500 global, regional and domestic carriers operate worldwide. In recent years, the marine transport industry has experienced numerous mergers, aimed at strengthening a particular carriers position in the market and in generating cost-savings by creating economies of scale. The worlds 20 largest liner shipping companies transported approximately 84% of the global trade in containers in 2013, while the ten largest liner shipping companies accounted for approximately 63% of the total volume transported in 2013. ZIM believes the major carriers control of transported capacity will continue to expand, particularly in light of the investment growth in larger vessels, including mega-vessels. ZIM competes directly with each of the shipping companies within this group. These global carriers usually have significant vessel capacity on intercontinental transport lines and select regional lines that call directly at ports and enable forwarding to other ports from regional transshipment hubs. The regional carriers and niche carriers with whom ZIM competes own smaller vessels that operate within limited geographical areas.
The principal factors affecting the competitive standing of the various line shippers in the marine container shipping industry include:
| price; |
| reliability and frequency of service; |
| transport time; |
| capacity and container availability; |
| vessel age and performance; |
| scope of the carriers integrated transport network; |
| the carriers ability to transport products in refrigeration as well as nonstandard size products, liquid products, hazardous materials or other special cargos; |
| logistics and other management services in the supply chain; and |
| quality of customer service, including local service provided by agencies, global management of accounts and the ability to provide information about the consignment. |
ZIM believes that its global deployment of services and presence through local agencies, both in its key trade zones and in its niche trade zones, is a competitive advantage. In addition, ZIM operates transshipment hubs in trade zones, allowing it access to those zones while providing rapid and competitive services.
The global economic situation beginning in 2008 and the significant excess of supply over demand has intensified competition in the marine container shipping industry, resulting, among other things, in sharp decreases in freight rates. Such economic pressures intensified the need for operational cooperation among shipping carriers and have resulted in an expansion of the trend of cooperative operational agreements between shipping companies. The wider usage of cooperative operational agreements has been instrumental in decreasing the economic and financial risks associated with the operation of larger container vessels, including mega-vessels; increasing geographic coverage, as well as the number of, geographic and direct services offered to customers; and providing for flexibility by allowing swapping of slots between services to easily accommodate
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changing capacities. Cooperative operational agreements also facilitate the entry of new shipping lines into new trade zones. Depending upon the terms of the particular cooperative operational agreement, shipping companies can agree to cooperate with a variety of companies across numerous maritime services.
Cooperative relationships are generally achieved via four basis structures or a combination thereof:
| Alliance an agreement between two or more carriers to pool their vessels to offer a range of services on multiple lines/trades; |
| Vessel sharing agreement an agreement between two or more carriers to operate their vessels on a single line; |
| Swap agreement an exchange of capacity between two carriers, with each carrier operating its own line, while also having access to capacity on the other shippers line; and |
| Slot charter/hire agreement the purchase and sale of slots on board another carriers service. |
ZIM is not a member of any alliances, including the two large, global alliances (G6 and CKYHE, which operate in the east-west trades), and will not be a member of the recently announced 10-year vessel sharing agreement between A.P. Moller-Maersk Group and Mediterranean Shipping Company the worlds two largest container shipping companies. ZIM is party to a wide range of partnerships and cooperative operational agreements with other carriers in each of the trade zones in which it operates. For example, ZIM operates in partnership with the G6 which consists of six carriers and covers over 30 joint East/West services in its Trans-Pacific activities and has partnered with COSCO and Evergreen on its Asia-East Coast-South America line. With respect to ZIMs operations in its key trade zones, ZIM has vessel sharing agreements, swap agreements, and slot charter agreements with several liner carriers, including with some of the largest global liner carriers. For further information on the risks related to competition within the shipping industry and ZIMs participation in cooperative operational agreements, see Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Related to ZIM Cooperative operational agreements within the container shipping industry may adversely impact ZIMs profitability and Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Related to ZIM The shipping industry is subject to extensive government regulation and standards, international treaties and trade prohibitions and sanctions.
ZIMs Seasonality
Activity in the marine container shipping industry is affected by various seasonality factors. Generally, the first quarter of the calendar year is marked by a decrease in demand for shipping, primarily due to a decrease in demand from Asia as a result of the Chinese New Year. In the third and fourth quarters, demand for cargo shipping generally increases, primarily due to the holiday periods in the United States. The third quarter is generally the strongest quarter with respect to shipping demand.
The following table sets forth ZIMs revenue on a quarterly basis (in millions of dollars) during the periods presented:
Year |
First Quarter (millions $) |
Second Quarter (millions $) |
Third Quarter (millions $) |
Fourth Quarter (millions $) |
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2013 |
918 | 976 | 900 | 888 | ||||||||||||
2012 |
865 | 1,051 | 1,064 | 980 |
Recently, as a result of the continuing crisis within the shipping industry, the seasonality factors have not been as apparent as they have been in the past. The marine shipping market is dynamic and volatile by its very nature and has been marked in recent years by relative instability. As global trends that affect the shipping market have been changing rapidly in recent years, it remains difficult to predict these trends and the shipping industrys activities.
ZIMs Sales Channels
ZIM operates wholly owned and partly owned agencies, which provide sales activities for ZIMs global services to its customers. Additionally, ZIM is also a party to contracts, generally on an exclusive basis, with independent agencies. Through these agencies, ZIM conducts activities in 127 countries around the world. ZIMs global network of services and the local presence of agencies throughout the world allow ZIM to develop and maintain direct relations with its customers, develop and maintain a high level of customer service, and increase its number of repeat customers. ZIM also operates a Global Accounts Team from its headquarters that, together with ZIMs agencies around the world, support ZIMs selling activities with respect to its global accounts, such as international forwarders and end users.
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ZIM is in the process of restructuring its sales network, with the aim to, among other things, strengthen its customer relationships.
ZIMs Property, Plants and Non-Fleet Equipment
In addition to the vessels that ZIM owns and charters, ZIM owns and charters a significant number of shipping containers. As of December 31, 2013, ZIM held 348,951 container units with a total capacity of 557,191 TEU, of which 53% were owned by ZIM (including under finance leases) and 47% were chartered. The following table sets forth details of the containers owned by ZIM and chartered by it as of December 31, 2013:
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Capacity (TEU) | Capacity (TEU) | Capacity (TEU) | |||||||||
Standard dry containers |
250,214 | 253,049 | 503,263 | |||||||||
Refrigerated containers |
27,431 | 9,332 | 36,763 | |||||||||
Other special containers |
15,492 | 1,673 | 17,165 | |||||||||
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For information on ZIMs vessels, see ZIMs Description of Fleet.
ZIMs Legal Proceedings
Derivative Action Concerning ZIM Restructuring
Oh August 6, 2014, ZIM and IC received a copy of a petition, submitted to the District Court in Tel Aviv, to approve the submission of a derivative action against IC, ZIM, certain of ICs independent directors comprising a special committee of the IC board established to consider ZIMs restructuring, Millenium and Mr. Idan Ofer. The petitioner alleges that (i) ICs execution of a related party transaction in connection with the completion of ZIMs restructuring deviated from the approval of ICs general assembly, (ii) certain conditions precedent relating to ICs transfer of its equity interest in ZIM in connection with the completion of ZIMs restructuring were not fulfilled, and (iii) as a result, IC has incurred damages of approximately $27 million. The petitioner requests that the defendants (excluding IC and ZIM) hold a shareholder meeting to approve ICs execution of such related party transaction or the defendants (excluding IC) compensate IC (in an amount not less than $27.4 million), as a result of the lower value of ZIM shares that were issued to IC in connection with the restructuring. Additionally, the petitioner alleges that the defendants breached their statutory duties, exceeded their authorization, and breached their duty of care and fiduciary duties. The petitioner further claims that the defendants had Millennium and Mr. Idan Ofer, as controlling shareholders of IC, act to convene additional shareholder meetings. IC is reviewing the petition and expects to submit an answer shortly. At this preliminary stage, IC and ZIM are unable to estimate the probability of an adverse outcome or the effect of an adverse outcome on their respective businesses, if any.
Special State Share Proceedings
On February 16, 2014, the National Association of Sea Officers of the New General Labor Federation and others, filed a petition with the Supreme Court of Israel against the Minister of Finance, the Minister of Transportation, the Government Companies Authority and against ZIM and IC, as formal respondents, the subject matter of which is issuance of an order that will prevent a business transaction in ZIM in such a manner that will bring about a change/waiver in connection with the Special State Share held by the State of Israel.
The petitioner requested the Supreme Court to instruct the ministers to provide reasons for not: (i) preventing execution of activities that require approval in accordance with the Special State Share, including changes in the ownership structure of ZIM as will be the result of the debt restructuring arrangement with the creditors of ZIM (the Arrangement) and that would result in a waiver, amendment, annulment or reduction in value of the Special State Share; (ii) preventing amendment of rights under the Special State Share, including by way of reviewing other proportional alternatives, and to a lesser extent, for realization of the Arrangement, without damaging the essential interests; and (iii) ensuring the continued preservation of the essential interest and continuance of the shipping activity of ZIM, and continuance of training and preserving Israeli seamanship, in any arrangement that may be approved in connection with ZIMs restructuring plan.
At the request of the petitioners, and in connection with the validation of a settlement arrangement between ZIM and the State of Israel, Israels High Court of Justice dismissed the petition without a decree for court costs on July 15, 2014. Pursuant to the terms of the settlement arrangement between ZIM and the State of Israel, (i) the State of Israels consent will by required in respect of any transfer of shares in ZIM that grants the holder of such
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transferred shares a holding of 35% or more in ZIMs outstanding share capital and (ii) the State of Israel must receive notice of any transfer of shares in ZIM that grants the holder of such transferred shares a holding of 24% - 35%, and may object to such transfer within 30 days of receiving such notice. For further information on the terms of the Special State Share, as revised by the settlement agreement between ZIM and the State of Israel, see ZIMs Special State Share.
European Commission Anti-Trust Investigation
On November 21, 2013, the European Commission published an announcement in respect of the commencement of investigation procedures against several container shipping companies due to a suspicion of them acting in concert. According to the announcement, the European Commission intends to investigate whether public notices of the shipping companies in respect of the future price increase, which were published on the carriers internet websites, in the press and elsewhere, caused or may have caused any restriction on competition and customers trading in the maritime shipping market to and from Europe.
On November 22, 2013, an official notice was submitted to ZIM, in which it was clarified that the investigation proceedings involve a substantial number of shipping companies operating from and to the European Union, including ZIM and that the investigation proceedings do not imply that the European Commission has made a definitive finding of an infringement, but only that that it intends to give priority to the matter.
Bank Mizrahi-Tefahot Ltd. Proceedings
On November 25, 2009, ZIM filed a suit against Bank Mizrahi-Tefahot Ltd., relating to activities unilaterally performed by the bank in connection with one of the accounts of ZIM in September 2009. The suit concerns unilateral termination of ZIMs credit line in the amount of $10 million, as well as a refusal by the bank to allow ZIM to withdraw monies from the account erroneously deposited therein in connection with the above. The bank filed a request for the final withdrawal of the suit. However, the Court of Law dismissed the banks request. An mediation process is ongoing between the parties. The mediator offered the parties a settlement proposal and the parties are currently in the process of obtaining the required corporate authorization for its approval.
ZIMs Regulatory, Environmental and Compliance Matters
Regulation Generally
ZIM is subject to many legal provisions relating to the protection of the environment, including with respect to the emissions of hazardous substances, SOx and NOx gas exhaust emissions, the operation of vessels while at anchor by means of generators, and the use of low-sulfur fuel or shore power voltage and double walls for fuel tanks. Specifically, ZIM is subject to MARPOL (including designation of Emission Control Areas thereunder), the International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships Ballast Water & Sediments, the International Convention on Liability and Compensation for Damage in Connection with the Carriage of Hazardous and Noxious Substances by Sea of 1996, the OPA, the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act, the Clean Water Act, and the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act, among others. ZIM could be exposed to high costs in respect of environmental damages (to the extent that the costs are not covered by its insurance policies), criminal charges, and substantive harm to its operations and goodwill, if and to the extent that environmental damages are caused by its operations. ZIM instructs the crews of its vessels on the regulatory requirements relating to the environment and operates in accordance with procedures that ensure its in compliance with the regulatory requirements relevant to the environment. ZIM also insures its activities, where effective for it to do so, in order to hedge its environmental risks.
The shipping industry is also subject to extensive regulation that changes from time to time and that applies in the jurisdictions in which shipping companies are incorporated, the jurisdictions in which vessels are registered (flag states), the jurisdictions governing the ports at which the vessels anchor, as well as regulations by virtue of international treaties and membership in international associations. ZIMs fleet is obligated to operate within the framework of rules, international conventions and regulations that were adopted by the International Maritime Organization, the specialized agency of the U.N. which is charged with handling maritime matters. These include the International Convention for Safety of Life at Sea, 1974, the International Safety Management Code, and the Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping Convention, which governs the training and accreditation of seamen. In some countries, there is legislation that imposes obligations and restrictions of
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various kinds on vessel owners and marine carriers, according to the country of registration of the vessel. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security also requires compliance with the U.S. Maritime Transportation Security Act, 2002, which mandates the implementation of certain security requirements on the decks of vessels that operate in waters subject to U.S. jurisdiction. Changes and/or amendments to the regulatory provisions applying to ZIM (e.g., the U.S. recent policy requiring the scanning of all cargo en route to the United States) could have a significant adverse effect on its results of operations. Additionally, the non-compliance of a port with any of the aforementioned regulations may also adversely impact ZIMs results of operations, by increasing ZIMs operating expenses.
Anti-Trust Regulation
In the European Union, ZIM is subject to the regulations against harming competition established in articles 101 and 102 of the Consolidated Version of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, which were applied in connection with marine transportation of containers by regulations which established class exemptions from the prohibition on cartels established in Article 101. In 2009, a block exemption was published for consortia arrangements (Regulation 906/2009), which entered into force in 2010 and permits carriers engaged in trade to and from the European Union to coordinate and to agree, subject to certain conditions, on the operation of their services on certain lines, in order to optimize the transport conditions and arrange timetables for marine shipments. In light of this regulation, ZIM is permitted to sign cooperative operational agreements with other carriers. This coordination is subject to certain conditions, including a prohibition on price fixing. The regulation is effective until April 2015, although the Commission recently announced its intention to extend the regulation for another 5 years. ZIMs transport activities serving the U.S. ports are also subject to the directives of the 1984 Shipping Act, as revised by the Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 1998, which grants, inter alia (and subject to exclusions), immunity from antitrust laws to certain agreements between ocean carriers that operate in the United States, such as slot exchange agreements, cooperative operational agreements and voluntary discussion agreements. In addition, with respect to Israel, ZIM is subject to the general competition law established in the Israel Antitrust Law, 1988. On January 1st 2013, the removal of the statutory exemption for cooperative arrangements (operational and commercial) between carriers came into effect, together with the coming into force of a block exemption for operational agreements between carriers. The block exemption is based upon the European Consortias block exemption (Regulation (EC) No. 906/2009) and includes several changes relating to the size of the Israeli Market and Israeli Competition Law. ZIM is party to certain cooperative operational agreements with other carriers in the industry and each of those cooperative operational agreements, as well as any future cooperative operational agreements it becomes party to, must comply with the aforementioned regulations in order to remain protected and enforceable.
Finally, ZIM is subject, in the framework of its international activities, to laws, directives, decisions and order in various countries around the world that prohibit or restrict trade with certain countries, individuals and entities.
Other Israeli Regulation
ZIM is required to comply with the Shipping Law (seamen) of 1973 which regulates matters concerning seamen, and the terms of their eligibility and work procedures. Among other things, the regulation requires ZIM to employ, as much as it is possible to, Israeli members of staff in each registered sea craft, or such that is subject to registration duty in Israel, and to appoint an Israeli captain for the vessel (unless a waiver is otherwise received). ZIM is also subject to Israeli regulation regarding national security and the provision of ZIMs fleet, environmental and sea pollution, and anti-trust protection.
For further information on ZIMs regulatory risks, see Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Related to ZIM ZIM is subject to environmental regulation and a failure to comply with such regulation could have a material adverse impact on ZIMs business and Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Related to ZIM The shipping industry is subject to extensive government regulation and standards, international treaties and trade prohibitions and sanctions.
ZIMs Special State Share
In connection with the State of Israels 2004 sale of ZIM to IC, ZIM ceased to be a mixed company (as defined in the Government Companies Law of Israel) but issued the Special State Share to Israel. The objectives underlying the Special State Share are to (i) safeguard ZIMs existence as an Israeli company, (ii) ensure ZIMs operating ability and transport capacity, so as to enable the State of Israel to effectively access a minimal fleet in an emergency crisis, or for national security purposes and (iii) prevent elements hostile to the State of Israel or
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elements liable to harm the States vital interests or its foreign or security interest or Israels shipping relations with foreign countries from having influence on ZIMs management. In connection with the completion of ZIMs restructuring plan, ZIM and the State of Israel agreed to revise certain transferability restrictions imposed on IC by the terms of the Special State Share. Prior to the consummation of ZIMs restructuring plan, the Israeli Supreme Court validated the settlement agreement between ZIM and the State of Israel. The key terms and conditions of the Special State Share, as revised by the settlement agreement between ZIM and the State of Israel include the following requirements:
| ZIM must be, at all times, a company incorporated and registered in Israel, whose headquarters and registered main office are domiciled in Israel; |
| at least a majority of the members of ZIMs Board of Directors, including the Chairman of the Board, as well as the Chief Executive Officer or the person serving as its Chief Business Officer, whatever his/her title may be, must be Israeli citizens; |
| any transfer of vessels shall be invalid vis-à-vis ZIM, its shareholders and any third party if, as a result thereof, the minimum fleet target mandated by the State of Israel will not be maintained and the holder of the Special State Share has not given prior written consent thereto; |
| any holding and/or transfer of shares and/or allocation that confers possession of shares in ZIM at 35% or more of its issued share capital, or that vests the holder thereof with control over ZIM, including as a result of a voting agreement, shall be invalid vis-à-vis ZIM, its shareholders and any third party, if the holder of the Special State Share has not given prior written consent thereto; |
| any transfer of shares granting the owner a holding exceeding 24% but not exceeding 35%, shall require prior notice to the State of Israel, including full information regarding the transferor and the transferee, the percentage of the shares held by the transferee after the transaction will be completed, and the relevant information about the transaction, including voting agreements and agreements for the appointment of directors (if applicable). In any case, if the State of Israel determines that a transfer of such shares shall constitute a possible threat to the State of Israels security, or its vital interests, or that it has not received the relevant information in order to make a decision, the State of Israel shall be entitled to notify ZIM within 30 days that it opposes the transaction, and will be obligated to justify its opposition. In such a situation, the requestor of the transaction shall be entitled to transfer this matter to the competent court, which shall hear and rule on the subject in question and the objection by the State of Israel shall reserve the rights of all sides concerning the claim; and |
| the provision of governance, operational and financial information to the State of Israel, similar in substance to the governance, operational and financial information provided by ZIM to its other shareholders. |
Any amendment, review or cancellation of the rights afforded to the State of Israel by the Special State Share must be approved by the State of Israel prior to its effectiveness. Additionally, proposed amendments, reviews or cancellations of the rights associated with the Special State Share in connection with ZIMs restructuring plan have contributed to ZIMs labor and employment tensions.
For information on the risks related to the State of Israels ownership of the Special State Share, see Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Related to ZIM Israel holds a special state share in ZIM, which imposes certain restrictions on ZIMs operations and may impact ZIMs restructuring plans.
Tower
As of June 30, 2014, we have a 31.1% stake in Tower (assuming the full conversion of Towers approximately 7.9 million outstanding capital notes held by Bank Leumi and Bank Hapoalim), a publicly-traded global specialty foundry manufacturer that generated revenues of $505 million in 2013. As of March 31, 2014, Tower had 49,289,671 shares outstanding (excluding shares issuable upon the full conversion of Towers approximately 7.9 million outstanding capital notes) and a total market capitalization of approximately $450 million.
Tower is a pure-play independent specialty foundry dedicated to the manufacture of semiconductors. Typically, pure-play foundries do not offer products of their own, but focus on producing integrated circuits, or ICs, based on the design specifications of their customers. Tower manufacture semiconductors for its customers primarily based on third party designs. Tower currently offers the manufacture of ICs with geometries ranging from 1.0 to 45-nanometers. Tower also provides design support and complementary technical services. ICs manufactured by Tower are incorporated into a wide range of products in diverse markets, including consumer electronics, personal computers, communications, automotive, industrial and medical device products.
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Tower is focused on establishing leading market share in high-growth specialized markets by providing its customers with high-value wafer foundry services. Towers historical focus has been standard digital complementary metal oxide semiconductor, or CMOS, process technology, which is the most widely used method of producing ICs. Tower is currently focused on the emerging opportunities in specialized technologies including CMOS image sensors, mixed-signal, radio frequency CMOS (RFCMOS), bipolar CMOS (BiCMOS), and silicon-germanium BiCMOS (SiGe BiCMOS or SiGe), high voltage CMOS, radio frequency identification (RFID) technologies and power management. To better serve its customers, Tower has developed and is continuously expanding its technology offerings in these fields. Through Towers experience and expertise gained over twenty years of operation, it differentiates itself by creating a high level of value for its clients through innovative technological processes, design and engineering support, competitive manufacturing indices, and dedicated customer service.
Tower was founded in 1993, with the acquisition of National Semiconductors 150-mm wafer fabrication facility located in Migdal Haemek, Israel, and commenced operations as an independent foundry. Since then, Tower has significantly upgraded its Fab 1 facility, equipment, capacity and technological capabilities with process geometries ranging from 1.0-micron to 0.35-micron and enhanced our process technologies to include CMOS image sensors, embedded flash, advanced analog, RF (radio frequency) and mixed-signal technologies.
In 2003, Tower commenced production in Fab 2, a wafer fabrication facility Tower established in Migdal Haemek, Israel. Fab 2 supports geometries ranging from 0.35 to 0.13-micron, using advanced CMOS technology, including CMOS image sensors, embedded flash, advanced analog, RF (radio frequency), power platforms and mixed-signal technologies.
In September 2008, Tower merged with Jazz. Jazz focuses on specialty process technologies for the manufacture of analog and mixed-signal semiconductor devices. Jazzs specialty process technologies include advanced analog, radio frequency, high voltage, bipolar and silicon germanium bipolar complementary metal oxide, or SiGe, semiconductor processes. ICs manufactured by Jazz are incorporated into a wide range of products, including cellular phones, wireless local area networking devices, digital TVs, set-top boxes, gaming devices, switches, routers and broadband modems. Jazz operates one semiconductor fabrication facility in Newport Beach, California, or Fab 3.
In June 2011, Tower acquired a fabrication facility in Nishiwaki City, Hyogo, Japan, or Fab 4, from Micron. The assets and related business that Tower acquired from Micron are held and conducted through a wholly owned Japanese subsidiary, TJP. Fab 4 supports geometries ranging from 0.13 to 0.095-micron to manufacture DRAM as well as CMOS and CMOS image sensor products. In 2014, Tower decided to cease the operations of Fab 4 in the course of restructuring its activities and business in Japan.
In December 2013, Tower signed a formation agreement with Panasonic and in March 2014 Tower closed a definitive transaction with Panasonic to create a new company to manufacture products for Panasonic and potentially other third parties, using Panasonics three semiconductor manufacturing facilities located in Hokuriku Japan. Pursuant to the transaction, Panasonic formed a new company called TowerJazz Panasonic Semiconductor Co., Ltd., or TPSC, and transferred its semiconductor wafer manufacturing process and capacity tools (8 inch and 12 inch) at its three fabs located in Hokuriku (Uozu E, Tonami CD and Arai E) to TPSC, and entered into a five-year manufacturing agreement for the manufacture of products for Panasonic by TPSC. As part of the transaction, Tower purchased 51% of the shares of TPSC from Panasonic.
For further information on Tower, see Information Regarding Tower.
Remaining Businesses and Associated Companies
We have interests in certain businesses engaged in the development of alternative fuel or solar technologies:
| Primus, an innovative developer and owner of a proprietary natural gas-to-liquid technology process, in which we maintain a 91% equity interest; |
| Petrotec, a European producer of biodiesel generated from used cooking oil, or UCO, in which we maintain a 69% equity interest, and whose securities are publicly-traded on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange; and |
| HelioFocus, a cutting-edge developer of dish technologies for solar thermal power fields, in which we maintain a 53% equity interest. |
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Description of Operations
Primus
Primus is an innovative developer of a proprietary liquid fuels gasification and pyrolysis technology, the STG+ process, which is designed to produce liquid hydrocarbons from synthesis gas, or syngas, derived from non-edible raw materials (e.g. natural gas, second generation and agricultural biomass and pelletized wood waste, and other feedstocks). Primus STG+ process converts syngas into drop-in high-octane gasoline and, in the future, may be utilized to produce jet fuel, diesel and high-value chemicals. As a result of the availability of large shale gas reserves in the U.S. and the low cost of natural gas in relation to the cost of gasoline, Primus intends to primarily utilize domestically produced natural gas in its STG+ process.
Primus STG+ process improves upon existing gas-to-liquid technologies by integrating all reactors into a single-loop process, thereby reducing capital and operating costs while increasing reliability and yield. Although Primus is still developing its STG+ technology with respect to fuels other than gasoline (e.g., diesel and jet fuel), Primus expects the fuel produced by its STG+ process to be cost-competitive with petroleum-based fuels and expects the STG+ process to operate on a smaller scale than the competing methanol-to-gasoline process utilized by other, non-traditional gasoline producers. Primus expects its customers to be able to distribute, store and pump its gasoline, diesel and jet fuel using existing fuel infrastructures and expects that any gasoline, diesel and jet fuel produced may be utilized in unmodified, conventional vehicles and can be blended 50/50 with standard jet fuel for use in aircraft. Since mid-2011, Primus has operated pilot scale test facilities at its headquarters in Hillsborough, New Jersey. Primus pilot plant consists of two major units, the first being a wood pellet gasifier that produces syngas, and the second being the STG+ pilot operation. The STG+ process has been successfully validated at the pilot scale. Primus has conducted over 100 runs at this facility and has used the data obtained from such operations to optimize the design of its demonstration plant, which was completed in August 2013. Primus demonstration plant generates syngas from natural gas, and converts the syngas into high-octane gasoline. The demonstration plant has a nameplate production capacity of 12.7 gallons per hour, or 100,000 gallons per year, and was designed to replicate the key scale parameters of Primus first commercial plant so as to minimize potential scale-up risks. Over a three year period, Primus has utilized its pilot and demonstration plants to test the STG+ process with more than 10 feedstock and 20 catalyst types, over 2,000 hours of operation.
Primus has yet to commence commercial operation or recognize any revenues from its operations. As of March 31, 2014, IC has invested approximately $62 million into Primus operations. In connection with Primus further development and our efforts to maximize its value, we may provide additional capital to Primus, in the form of debt or equity financing, if deemed necessary to facilitate Primus operational and development capital requirements. We own 91% of Primus and the remaining 9% is primarily held by Primus founders.
Petrotec
Petrotec, in which we hold a 69% interest and which accounted for 5.1% of our revenues in 2013 and 1% of our assets at the end of 2013, is a European producer of biodiesel generated from UCO and other waste. Petrotec produces sustainable and climate-friendly biodiesels via the processing of UCOs and other waste oils and fats, and also operates its own UCO collection business and blending facility. Petrotec owns an annual nameplate capacity of approximately 185,000 tons through its two production facilities located in Oeding and Emden, Germany. As of March 31, 2014, IC has invested approximately 37 million Euro (approximately $50 million) into Petrotecs operations, 12.5 million Euro (approximately $17 million) of which has been invested through ICs provision of numerous shareholder loans (, each net after payments). We own 69% of Petrotec and the remaining 31% is publicly held. In 2006, Petrotecs securities began trading on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange and, as of December 31, 2013, Petrotec had 24,543,741 shares outstanding and a total market capitalization of approximately $54 million. In connection with its listing on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange, Petrotec publishes quarterly and annual financial reports.
HelioFocus
HelioFocus is a developer of cutting-edge dish technologies for solar thermal solutions and is in the process of developing a full system solution for the provision of solar heat using air as a heat transfer mechanism. HelioFocus third-generation technology aims to generate energy (e.g., electricity) from solar energy (i.e. green steam that can be used by power plants to drive steam turbines to generate electricity). HelioFocus product consists of a unique receiver located at the focal of a large parabolic dish that reflects sun rays. The receiver then converts the sun rays into steam with temperatures of up to approximately 1,000 degrees centigrade. HelioFocus has one dish located, and an additional four dishes under construction, in Israel. HelioFocus also has eight dishes
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under construction in Inner Mongolia, China. HelioFocus has not commenced commercial operation. As of March 31, 2014, IC has invested approximately $28 million of equity financing into HelioFocus operations, including $1.5 million of intercompany debt, which was converted into additional equity interests in HelioFocus in June 2014.
As a result of such conversion, we own 53% of HelioFocus; Zhejiang Sanhua Co., Ltd. holds 34% and HelioFocus founders and key executives hold the remaining 13%. Notwithstanding our 53% equity interest in HelioFocus, until May 31, 2014, we accounted for HelioFocus pursuant to the equity method of accounting as a result of veto rights held by HelioFocus other significant shareholder.
Principal Markets; Customers
Primus
The U.S. transportation fuels market presents an attractive opportunity for Primus and other alternative fuel providers in the gas-to-liquid technologies market. Unlike ethanol and other biofuels that are limited by blending or infrastructure constraints, Primus drop-in fuels can be utilized throughout the entire liquid transportation fuels market, which includes the gasoline, diesel and jet fuel markets. Primus STG+ process:
| produces a direct substitute for petroleum-derived gasoline, which generated over $360 billion in sales in the United States in 2013 (based upon the average 2013 wholesale gasoline price of $2.85/gallon and, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, or EIA, consumption of approximately 127 billion gallons of gasoline); |
| is expected to be utilized to produce diesel. In particular, Primus seeks to sell its diesel for commercial transportation and maritime fuel application and thereby access the U.S. diesel market, which generated an estimated $176 billion in 2013 (based upon the average 2013 wholesale diesel price of $3.00/gallon and, according to the EIA, consumption of approximately 59 billion gallons of diesel); and |
| is expected to be utilized to produce jet fuel which, in turn, can be blended 50/50 with standard jet fuel. Primus seeks to sell its jet fuel as conventional aviation fuel and thereby access the U.S. aviation fuel market, which generated an estimated $74 billion in 2013 (based upon the average 2013 wholesale jet fuel price of $3.09/gallon and, according to the EIA, consumption of approximately 24 billion gallons of jet fuel). |
The demand for transportation fuel derived from natural gas is expected to continue to increase over the next decade as a result of numerous factors, including a U.S. focus on reducing its dependence on foreign oil and the increasing role of alternative transportation fuels as a result of environmental impact and fuel-efficiency. For example, the production of oil results in the flaring of natural gas a method disposing of, rather than utilizing, any excess natural gas. Such flaring has become a concern for certain countries as a result of the associated emissions in greenhouse gases and the subsequent decrease in the availability of natural gas.
Primus potential customers are existing refiners of crude oil, purchasers of oil-based fuels, and blenders of transportation fuels, who market 127 billion gallons of gasoline per year (based upon 2013 sales) and direct end-users, such as airlines or retailers. Additionally, both commercial airline regulators and certain branches of the military have developed goals for alternative fuel use and greenhouse gas emissions reductions that will generally increase market demand for cleaner fuels.
Petrotec
Biodiesel can be used as a direct substitute for petrodiesel and can be stored, transported and distributed using the existing petrodiesel infrastructure. Biodiesel can be sold either as pure biodiesel directly, to oil companies for blending with petrodiesel, and to fuel traders who either also use it for blending or resell the product as pure biodiesel. Additionally, the double counting mechanism within the European Union, which permits second generation biofuels created from feedstock to count doubly towards biofuel targets, also incentivizes the purchase of waste-based biodiesel.
Petrotec sells its products to large European oil distributors. In 2013, sales to these customers represented the bulk of Petrotecs revenues. In addition, Petrotec is able to meet EC biofuels quality specification guidelines, EN 14214, and sells products under the EcoPremium Biodiesel brand to freight-forwarding, mineral and oil companies, and by-products (glycerine, distillation residues and salt fertilizers) on the open market; such customers also purchase any of Petrotecs products that do not explicitly comply with the guidelines of EN 14214.
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HelioFocus
Heat applications are well known in the renewable solar industry and solar-driven solutions are expected to serve as a supplemental solution to existing power resources. HelioFocus customers are expected to, at least initially, consist of (i) owners and/or operators of existing power plants, with the capacity to utilize HelioFocus products to boost the energy production of their existing plants with solar heat or (ii) any other industrial thermal energy consumer, such as cement and chemical manufacturers.
Raw Materials and Suppliers
Primus
Natural gas is segmented into two broad categories: (i) conventional (small volumes of natural gas found in naturally occurring rock formations, such as carbonates, sandstones and siltstones that are easy to develop), and (ii) unconventional (large reservoirs that include tight gas sands, coal bed methane, gas hydrates, shale gas and gas hydrates, in order of abundance).
The natural gas market is primarily regional in nature and is disconnected from the prices of other hydrocarbons, such as oil. Certain countries including the United States and Canada, for example have a large volume of natural gas reserves, from which Primus intends to source the feedstock utilized in its STG+ process. According to the EIA, the proven dry gas reserves in the U.S. have increased approximately 30% in less than a decade as a result of the U.S. discovery of new shale reserves and technological advances in drilling. The recent commercialization of shale gas has been driven by the advancements of horizontal shale drilling techniques and hydraulic fracturing technology, and has led to a significant increase in proven and recoverable natural gas reserves. The EIA expects the price of natural gas to remain relatively low, and for energy-intensive industries to continue to take advantage of such prices through 2028.
In connection with the operation of Primus demonstration plant in 2013, a single supplier provided Primus with its natural gas requirements, representing an immaterial amount of Primus operating expenses in 2013.
Petrotec
Petrotec sources most of its raw materials from suppliers in the open market in Europe, the United States, and elsewhere, and sources a relatively small portion of its raw material requirements from its own collection activities. The availability of waste-based raw materials is, by definition, limited and Petrotecs access to raw materials from suppliers at competitive prices directly impacts Petrotecs ability to continue its production and operations.
HelioFocus
HelioFocus dishes are composed of various raw materials, including carbon steel, stainless steel, and low-iron glass, which are generally widely available to HelioFocus and are fully recyclable. A significant portion of HelioFocus raw materials are produced in China by steel manufacturers, pressure vessels manufacturers, heat exchange companies, and mirror manufacturers for utilization in the real estate industry, mirror manufacturing, and power generation industries. As a result of the specialized nature of HelioFocus dish platform, HelioFocus sources its mirrors from a specialized mirror manufacturer and receives custom-designed mirrors with specifications that are uniquely formatted to complement HelioFocus technology.
Competition
Primus
Primus seeks to operate as both a technology development company and a producer of alternative liquid fuels. Its competitors in both spaces include other gas-to-liquids companies and companies using other feedstocks to produce syngas, such as ExxonMobil MTG, Haldor Topsøe TIGAS or other newly-established ventures, that provide a different technological approach to the production of syngas. Primus also competes with traditional producers of gasoline (e.g., oil refineries utilizing crude oil). As Primus STG+ process is further developed to produce diesel and jet fuel in addition to gasoline, Primus also expects to compete with the traditional and alternative producers of these fuels. Primus believes that its (i) direct synthesis of the desired fuel product, (ii) high yield and cost-effective results; and (iii) selective process allows it to remain competitive with its competitors in both areas.
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Petrotec
Petrotecs operations are focused upon the European markets and, as a result, Petrotecs competitiveness is impacted by the increasingly competitive nature of the European, and specifically the German, feedstock industry. Recent German legislation has increased the operating costs of biofuel producers, via an imposition of heightened standards with respect to double counting eligibility. As a result, certain smaller biofuel producers have begun to sell their operating assets to larger biofuel producers, contributing to the consolidation of the industry and increasing the economies of scale of the larger producers with which Petrotec competes. Additionally, mineral oil producers, who benefit from increased blending requirements, also compete with Petrotec, and other waste-based biodiesel producers generally, for market share in the alternative fuel market.
HelioFocus
HelioFocus technology competes with other established, or newly-established, solar thermal technologies, including parabolic troughs solutions, Linear Fresnel reflectors, and central receivers installed on tall or mini-towers.
Patents, Licenses, Etc.
Primus
Primus intellectual property portfolio includes: two issued patents on its core technology, the Single Loop Process, to produce liquid fuels from syngas; one issued patent on its first commercial product, specifically the Fuel Composition; and several additional patent applications and trade secrets that are generally categorized into the following areas: liquid fuel synthesis, liquid fuel composition, incremental improvements and customization, and biomass gasification.
Primus has also filed corresponding patent applications under the Patent Cooperation Treaty and has filed national phase applications in 16 countries for its base process patent. Primus actively evaluates its intellectual property portfolio so as to optimize its intellectual property strategy and to protect the authenticity and commercial value of its STG+ process.
Petrotec
Petrotec does not have material patents, trademarks, copyrights or intellectual property rights.
HelioFocus
HelioFocus has 16 patent families, including 3 issued patents, 1 allowed patent application and 49 pending patent applications. In addition, HelioFocus has 2 registered trademarks.
Property, Plants and Equipment
Primus
Primus fully operational 300 gallon-per-day integrated industrial demonstration plant located in Hillsborough, New Jersey, was successfully constructed in August 2013. The demonstration plant converts natural gas feedstock into syngas which is, in turn, converted into high-octane, drop-in gasoline. The demonstration plant has a nameplate production capacity of 12.7 gallons per hour, or 100,000 gallons per year, and was designed to replicate the key scale parameters of Primus first commercial plant, so as to minimize potential scale-up risks. Primus expects this demonstration plant to provide the performance data necessary for the construction of Primus first commercial plant. Primus also expects to incorporate diesel, followed by jet fuel, production lines in this demonstration plant as Primus further develops its STG+ process.
Primus current business development plan contemplates the construction of a 27.8 million gallon per year one-train commercial plant, the costs of which are expected be funded by equity contributions, which may dilute Kenons equity interest in Primus if Kenon does not participate in such funding. Primus intends to locate this plant, as well as any other future plants, near an established feedstock delivery infrastructure and natural gas pipeline infrastructure so as to increase its operational efficiency.
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Petrotec
Petrotec owns a melting plant for pre-treating the used cooking oil it collects itself from restaurants or purchases from its third-party suppliers. The melting plant, which is located in Germany, has an annual capacity of approximately 25,000 tons.
Additionally, Petrotec owns two plants to convert waste oils into biodiesel. One conversion plant is located in Oeding, Germany, and has a nameplate annual capacity of 85,000 tons. The second conversion plant is located in the port of Emden, a city located in the north west of Germany, and has a nameplate annual capacity of 100,000 tons. The production equipment in each conversion plant varies, and includes, reactors, distillation, rectification columns and alike, providing Petrotec with the necessary infrastructure to produce its products. The second conversion plant also has a refinery included in the facility. Collectively, Petrotecs biodiesel production assets had a utilization rate of approximately 75% in the year 2013.
Petrotec also owns tank farms in Emden, Germany, with a total capacity of approximately 8,500 cubic meters for the storage of its raw materials and products. Petrotec is also leasing two tanks of 1,000 cubic meters each, at its Emden tank farm. To assist in its waste-collection endeavors, Petrotec also operates a truck fleet of up to 20 trucks, most of which are owned by it.
HelioFocus
HelioFocus has one dish located in Israel and an additional four dishes under construction in Israel. HelioFocus also has eight dishes under construction in Inner Mongolia, China.
Regulatory, Environmental and Compliance Matters
Primus, Petrotecs, and HelioFocus operations are affected by various local and foreign laws, rules, regulations and authorities with respect to environmental protection. While, to date, their compliance with these requirements has not materially adversely affected their financial condition and/or results of operations, we cannot provide any assurance that existing and new laws or regulations will not materially and adversely affect them. In the future, local or foreign governmental entities or competitors may seek to change existing regulations or impose additional regulations. Any modified or new government regulation applicable to the products or services offered by Primus, Petrotec or HelioFocus, whether at the local or international level, may negatively impact the technical specifications, production, servicing and marketing of their products and increase their costs and the price of their products and services, which could adversely impact their liquidity.
Primus
Motor fuels in the U.S. are primarily regulated by the EPA as a result of the Clean Air Act, which regulates air pollution and requires the EPA to develop and enforce regulations to that end. The 1990 amendments to the Clean Air Act mandated the use of oxygenated compounds (such as ethanol) in gasoline to improve combustion and meet air quality standards and places limits on the quantity of sulfur in conventional gasoline. Primus is subject to these regulations and, in compliance with such regulations, expects to deliver its gasoline to an existing petroleum refinery or a blender where it, like petroleum-based gasoline, will be blended with oxygenates to meet federal and state environmental regulations.
Additionally, Section 211 of the Clean Air Act establishes testing requirements for any new fuel or additive and requires refiners and importers to register their gasoline, diesel and fuel additives products that are produced and commercially distributed for use in highway motor vehicles before those products are offered for sale. The EPA uses such registration as a gatekeeper program and will require that it be satisfied before any regulated fuel can be dispensed. In connection with the registration program, manufacturers are required to analyze the combustion and evaporative emissions generated by their fuel and fuel additive products, survey existing scientific information for each product and, where adequate information is not available, conduct tests to screen for potential adverse health effects of these emissions. These regulations establish the testing requirements for any new fuel or fuel additive. Although Primus fuel is similar to existing approved fuels, Primus still needs to satisfy group membership criteria or satisfy FFARs regulation in some other manner. Primus is reviewing the EPAs RFSs and the testing provisions and requirements of other Clean Air Act programs (e.g., the Toxic Substances Control Act, UL storage issues, warranty issues with vehicle manufacturers and state and federal fuel taxation issues) to determine whether it is subject to, and in compliance with, these regulations. Primus expects its gasoline product to meet or exceed the basic specifications, such that it can be considered a drop-in blendstock, functionally equivalent or superior to conventional petroleum gasoline.
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Petrotec
Petrotec is required to comply with environmental regulations derived from waste and veterinary laws within Europe and Germany regarding the control of odor, noise, wastewater quality, pollution of rivers and lakes, etc. In particular, Germany enacted a law at the end of January 2013 prescribing new regulations concerning the tractability of raw materials used in the production of biodiesel from waste oils which are sold in Germany. The 36 BlmSchV heightens the requirements for double counting (a competitive feature of Petrotecs biodiesel) eligibility by including new certifications to quality feedstock for double counting in Germany. In accordance with the new legislation, collection systems need to be certified from the restaurant level through the production plants and eventually through traders selling UCOs. Additionally, all further parts of the collection train should also require certification and operate in a way that makes it possible to audit and trace back the origins of the feedstock. Such requirements are applicable in Germany as well as with respect to every restaurant, collector, aggregator, or trader supplying UCOs for biodiesel production to be eventually sold into the German market. Considering the complex feeder and supplier network supplying the production of UCOs, such regulations represent a new and significant challenge for Petrotec and its competitors at large. These regulations have the potential to limit the availability of raw material for serving customers in Petrotecs local German market.
HelioFocus
Private use of electric power generation equipment in the United States, in the case of HelioFocus, for example, generally requires meeting applicable municipal building and electrical codes and installation by persons who are licensed or certified to install such equipment. With respect to HelioFocus, thermal solar power fields can require extensive government approvals for installation, including zoning and related matters due to their size and noise. HelioFocus operations are also affected by the State Council of the Chinese Central Government, which regulates power plant emission levels and determines the technologies that may be utilized for new power plant developments and/or upgrades of existing facilities.
In an effort to promote renewable energy, lawmakers in the majority of developed countries around the world have approved a number of regulations incentivizing the development of alternative power generation. These rules seek to encourage investments in infrastructures and projects in the field of renewable energy and to fully develop technologies that will create economically sustainable renewable energy markets. Each of Primus, Petrotec and HelioFocus believes that the success of its activities in respective energy business will be considerably dependent upon new regulation concerning the environment and the use of renewable energy, including the continued provision of suitable incentives to entrepreneurs and investors. Qualifying and obtaining incentives for the development and sale of their products are vital to the individual success of each of our renewable energy businesses.
For further information on the regulatory risks associated with any of Primus, Petrotecs, or HelioFocus regulatory risks, see Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Related to Our Other Businesses and Associated Companies Risks Related to Our Other Businesses The energy industry, including the biofuels and renewable energy segments in which our renewable energy businesses operate, is highly regulated by numerous governmental authorities and Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Related to Our Other Businesses and Associated Companies Risks Related to Our Other Businesses Changes in government regulations, including mandates, tax credits, subsidiaries and other incentives, could have a material adverse effect upon Primus, Petrotecs, or HelioFocus business and results of operations.
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C. | Organizational Structure |
The chart below represents a summary of our organizational structure, excluding intermediate holding companies. This chart should be read in conjunction with the explanation of our ownership and organizational structure above.
1. | For a description of IC Powers subsidiaries, see Item 4B. Business Overview Our Businesses and Associated Companies IC Power. |
2. | Recently reduced to 32% in connection with ZIMs completion of its financial restructuring plan on July 16, 2014. |
3. | For information on our fully-diluted equity interest in Tower, see Information Regarding Tower. |
D. | Property, Plants and Equipment |
For information on our property, plants and equipment, see Item 4B. Business Overview.
ITEM 4A. Unresolved Staff Comments
Not Applicable.
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ITEM 5. Operating and Financial Review and Prospects
This information should be read in conjunction with our combined carve-out financial and other data included elsewhere in this registration statement. Our financial statements have been prepared in accordance with IFRS as issued by the IASB. The financial information below also includes certain non-IFRS measures used by us to evaluate our economic and financial performance. These measures are not identified as accounting measures under IFRS and therefore should not be considered as an alternative measure to evaluate our performance. In addition, all financial information below relating to Tower has been prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
The following discussion has been prepared assuming that Kenon had operated as a separate entity prior to the consummation of the spin-off, which has not yet occurred. Therefore, references in this discussion to the historical results of our businesses and associated companies refer to businesses and associated companies that have not been, but are expected to be, contributed to us in connection with the spin-off. The historical financial statements for the periods under review have been carved out of the consolidated financial statements of IC, which held each of our businesses during the periods under review. References in this discussion to our historical results of operations refer to the carved out historical results of operations of IC. The financial position, results of operations and cash flows reflected in our combined carve-out financial statements include all expenses attributable to our business and each of our businesses, but may not be indicative of those that would have been achieved had we operated as a separate public entity for all periods presented, or of our future results.
Certain information included in this discussion and analysis includes forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, and which may cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. For further information on important factors that could cause our actual results to differ materially from the results described in the forward-looking statements contained in this discussion and analysis, see Special Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements and Item 3D. Risk Factors.
Business Overview
We are a holding company that operates dynamic, primarily growth-oriented, businesses. The companies we own, in whole or in part, are at various stages of development, ranging from early stage development companies to established, cash generating businesses. Our primary businesses are IC Power, a wholly-owned power generation holding company that has historically experienced profitable growth, and Qoros, a China-based automotive company seeking to deliver international standards of quality, safety, and innovative features to the large and fast-growing Chinese market, that has recently commenced commercial sales, and in which we have a 50% equity interest. Our other interests include: (i) a 32% stake in ZIM, a global container shipping company, which recently completed a financial restructuring with its creditors, thereby reducing ICs equity interest from 99.7% to 32%, (ii) a 31.1% interest in Tower, a NASDAQ and TASE-listed semiconductor manufacturer, and (iii) three businesses in the renewable energy sector, including Primus an innovative developer of an alternative fuel technology. Each of our businesses was formerly held by IC, which is spinning off these businesses to enhance value for its shareholders by exposing each of these businesses to a broader group of international investors, that is appropriate for such businesses industry and development stage. We are a holding company that was established to assist with the growth and development of these businesses. We intend to provide investors with direct access to our primary businesses in the near- to medium-term, thereby exposing each of these businesses to a pool of international investors that is appropriate for such businesses industry and development stage. As part of this strategy, we intend to pursue an IPO or listing of IC Power within 24 months. With respect to our other interests, we intend to maximize their value and distribute to our shareholders their shares, or proceeds derived from the sale of such shares, rationally and expeditiously.
We will operate under disciplined capital allocation principles designed to maximize the value of our businesses and ensure the prudent use of capital. We do not intend to invest in any new ventures outside of our existing businesses and we do not expect any material cross-allocation of funds from operations or monetizations between our businesses. In particular we will not make any further investment in ZIM. As of the effective date of the spin-off, we will have $ million in cash on hand, which we will use to execute our business strategy. We intend to continue to grow our primary holdings:
| in the case of IC Power, by continuing to invest in projects that IC Power expects to generate attractive, risk-adjusted returns, using operating cash flows, project or other financing at the IC Power level, as well as proceeds resulting from the selective dispositions of IC Powers assets; and |
| in the case of Qoros, by funding equity commitments of RMB 25 million (approximately $4 million) from cash on hand and, as Qoros continues to pursue its commercial growth strategy, potentially providing Qoros with additional equity capital or loans to assist it in its development. |
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We do not intend to raise capital at the Kenon level, and Millenium, which will own approximately 46.9% of our outstanding ordinary shares upon the consummation of the spin-off, has indicated that, although it is not under a contractual obligation to do so, it (or its successors) intends to be a long-term holder of our ordinary shares.
Overview of Financial Information Presented
As a holding company, Kenons results of operations are impacted by the financial results of each of its businesses. To effectively assess our results of operations, we supply detailed information on the financial results of our individual businesses and the impact such results have had on our consolidated results of operations. The analysis of each business impact on our results of operations depends upon the method of accounting applicable to it as of December 31, 2013 as set forth in the following table:
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Qoros |
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99.7%2 | Consolidated3 | Consolidated | |||||
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31.1%4 | Equity | Share in income (loss) of associates5 | |||||
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Petrotec |
69 | % | Consolidated | Consolidated | ||||
HelioFocus |
53 | % | Equity6 | Share in income (loss) of associates | ||||
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1. | IC Powers consolidated results of operations include income/loss from associated companies relating to IC Powers minority interests in each of Generandes and Pedregal, which IC Power accounts for pursuant to the equity method of accounting. |
2. | On July 16, 2014, ZIM completed the restructuring of its outstanding indebtedness, which resulted in IC, and consequently, Kenon, owning 32% of the restructured ZIM as compared to ICs previous interest in ZIM of approximately 99.7%. In future periods, as a result of the restructuring, our equity investment in ZIM will thereafter be reported as a share in income (loss) of associates. |
3. | ZIMs consolidated results of operations include income/loss from associated companies relating to minority interests in its associated companies, which ZIM accounts for pursuant to the equity method of accounting. |
4. | Represents Kenons equity interest in Tower as of June 30, 2014, assuming the full conversion of Towers approximately 7.9 million outstanding capital notes held by Bank Leumi and Bank Hapoalim, which conversion would result in approximately 57.2 million shares outstanding. Kenons equity interest in Tower, based upon the approximately 49.3 million Tower shares currently outstanding, is 36.6%. |
Kenon may experience additional dilution of its equity interest in Tower if the holders of Towers outstanding bonds, options and warrants also choose to convert their bonds and exercise their options or warrants, as applicable. Should all this occur, Kenons equity interest in Tower, which we refer to as Kenons fully-diluted equity interest, would decrease to 18.9%.
5. | To the extent the cumulative net loss equals the total investment, as was the case for Tower as of year end 2013, the book value of our investment will be reduced to zero. Losses beyond the cumulative investment will not be reflected and the book value will only change with positive net income received in connection with that investment that is higher than the previously accumulated net losses. As a result, a portion of Towers results of operations were not reflected in Kenons Combined Carve-Out Statement of Income for the periods under analysis in this section, although such results may be reflected in Kenons Combined Carve-Out Statement of Income in future periods. In 2013, a $6 million loss in Tower was not reflected in the Kenons Combined Carve-Out Statement of Income. |
6. | Notwithstanding our 53% equity interest in HelioFocus, until May 31, 2014, we accounted for HelioFocus pursuant to the equity method of accounting as a result of veto rights held by HelioFocus other major shareholder. |
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The following table sets forth selected financial data for Kenons reportable segments for the periods presented:
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$ | 866 | $ | 3,682 | $ | 2 | $ | 257 | $ | 5 | $ | 4,812 | ||||||||||||
Depreciation and amortization |
(75 | ) | (238 | )4 | 7 | (5 | ) | 7 | (318 | ) | ||||||||||||||
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5 | 3 | (3 | ) | 31 | 35 | 7 | |||||||||||||||||
Financing expenses |
(86 | ) | (330 | ) | 5 | | (37 | ) | (384 | ) | ||||||||||||||
Share in income (loss) from associated companies |
32 | 10 | | (159 | ) | | (117 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
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$ | 123 | $ | (507 | ) | $ | (255 | ) | $ | (162 | ) | $ | 255 | $ | (546 | ) | ||||||||
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42 | 23 | | (2 | ) | | $ | 63 | ||||||||||||||||
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$ | 81 | $ | (530 | ) | $ | (255 | ) | $ | (160 | ) | $ | 255 | $ | (609 | ) | ||||||||
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66 | (535 | ) | | (157 | ) | | (626 | ) | |||||||||||||||
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15 | 5 | | (3 | ) | | 17 | |||||||||||||||||
Segment assets5 |
$ | 2,749 | $ | 2,591 | $ | 1,531 | $ | 1,240 | $ | (2,667 | ) | $ | 5,444 | |||||||||||
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286 | 11 | | 243 | | 540 | ||||||||||||||||||
Segment liabilities |
2,237 | 3,180 | 1,127 | 751 | (2,263 | ) | 5,032 | |||||||||||||||||
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351 | 20 | 692 | | (692 | ) | 371 | |||||||||||||||||
EBITDA |
$ | 247 | 6 | $ | 48 | 7 | $ | (246 | )8 | $ | (29 | )9 | $ | 246 | $ | 266 | ||||||||
Percentage of combined revenues |
18 | % | 77 | % | | 5 | % | | 100 | % | ||||||||||||||
Percentage of combined assets |
51 | % | 43 | % | | 6 | % | | 100 | % | ||||||||||||||
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51 | % | 48 | % | | 1 | % | | 100 | % | ||||||||||||||
Percentage of combined EBITDA |
93 | % | 18 | % | | (11 | )% | | 100 | % | ||||||||||||||
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1. | Includes ZIMs consolidated results as a result of ICs previous 99.7% interest in ZIM. In future periods, however, as a result of ICs reduced equity interest in ZIM to 32% in July 2014, we will no longer consolidate ZIMs results of operations and, instead, will present ZIMs results as a share in income (loss) from associates. |
2. | Includes financing income from parent company loans, holding company general and administrative expenses, as well as the results of Primus and Petrotec. |
3. | Adjustments includes inter-segment sales and the consolidation entries. For the purposes of calculating the percentage of combined assets and the percentage of combined assets excluding associated companies, Adjustments has been combined with Other. |
4. | In the case of ZIM, includes the derecognition of payments on account of vessels of $72 million. |
5. | Excludes investment in associates. |
6. | For a reconciliation of IC Powers net income to its EBITDA, see Item 3A. Selected Financial Data Information on Business Segments IC Power. |
7. | For a reconciliation of ZIMs net income to its EBITDA, see Item 3A. Selected Financial Data Information on Business Segments ZIM. |
8. | For a reconciliation of Qoros income (losss) to its EBITDA, see Item 3A. Selected Financial Data. |
9. | For a reconciliation of our Other reporting segments income (loss) to its EBITDA, see Item 3A. Selected Financial Data. |
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$ | 576 | $ | 3,960 | | $ | 215 | | $ | 4,751 | ||||||||||||||
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(55 | ) | (314 | )4 | 3 | (4 | ) | (3 | ) | (373 | ) | |||||||||||||
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5 | 3 | (6 | ) | 24 | 32 | 6 | |||||||||||||||||
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(50 | ) | (214 | ) | | | (26 | ) | (238 | ) | ||||||||||||||
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$ | 87 | $ | (408 | ) | $ | (108 | ) | $ | (79 | ) | $ | 108 | $ | (400 | ) | ||||||||
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57 | (433 | ) | | (76 | ) | | (452 | ) | |||||||||||||||
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9 | 6 | | (3 | ) | | 12 | |||||||||||||||||
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$ | 2,145 | $ | 3,142 | $ | 786 | $ | 1,073 | $ | (1,745 | ) | $ | 5,401 | |||||||||||
Investments in associated companies |
312 | 18 | | 247 | | 577 | ||||||||||||||||||
Segment liabilities |
1,709 | 3,186 | 420 | 594 | (1,379 | ) | 4,530 | |||||||||||||||||
Capital expenditures |
391 | 42 | 350 | | 359 | 433 | ||||||||||||||||||
EBITDA |
$ | 154 | 6 | $ | 108 | 7 | $ | (111 | )8 | $ | (14 | )9 | $ | 111 | $ | 248 | ||||||||
Percentage of Combined Revenues |
12 | % | 82 | % | | 6 | % | | 100 | % | ||||||||||||||
Percentage of Combined Assets |
41 | % | 53 | % | | 6 | % | | 100 | % | ||||||||||||||
Percentage of combined assets excluding associated companies |
40 | % | 58 | % | | 2 | % | | 100 | % | ||||||||||||||
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62 | % | 44 | % | | (6 | )% | | 100 | % | ||||||||||||||
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1. | Includes ZIMs consolidated results as a result of ICs previous 99.7% interest in ZIM. In future periods, however, as a result of ICs reduced equity interest in ZIM to 32% in July 2014, we will no longer consolidate ZIMs results of operations and, instead, will present ZIMs results as a share in income (loss) from associates. |
2. | Includes financing income from parent company loans, holding company general and administrative expenses, as well as the results of Primus and Petrotec. |
3. | Adjustments includes the consolidation entries. For the purposes of calculating the percentage of combined assets and the percentage of combined assets excluding associated companies, Adjustments has been combined with Other. |
4. | In the case of ZIM, includes the derecognition of payments on account of vessels of $133 million. |
5. | Excludes investment in associates. |
6. | For a reconciliation of IC Powers net income to its EBITDA, see Item 3A. Selected Financial Data Information on Business Segments IC Power. |
7. | For a reconciliation of ZIMs net income to its EBITDA, see Item 3A. Selected Financial Data Information on Business Segments ZIM. |
8. | For a reconciliation of Qoros income (loss) to its EBITDA, see Item 3A. Selected Financial Data. |
9. | For a reconciliation of our Other reporting segments net income to its EBITDA, see Item 3A. Selected Financial Data. |
The following tables set forth summary information regarding each of our equity-method accounting businesses for the periods presented:
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$ | (127 | ) | $ | (27 | ) | (5 | ) | $ | 30 | 2 | 10 | $ | (117 | ) | |||||||||||||
Share of Income from Associates (100% of results) |
(255 | ) | (109 | ) | (8 | ) | 86 | 8 | 28 | | ||||||||||||||||||
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226 | | 17 | $ | 276 | 10 | 11 | 540 | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Kenon Share of Market Capitalization |
$ | 103 | | | | | |
1. | Market capitalization is based upon 47,869,150 shares outstanding, as of December 31, 2013 at $5.84 per share, the closing price of Towers shares on NASDAQ on December 31, 2013. |
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$ | (61 | ) | $ | (21 | ) | (3 | ) | $ | 31 | 2 | 9 | $ | (43 | ) | |||||||||||||
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(108 | ) | (66 | ) | (6 | ) | 79 | 11 | 20 | | ||||||||||||||||||
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$ | 207 | $ | 19 | 21 | $ | 298 | $ | 14 | $ | 18 | $ | 577 | |||||||||||||||
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Kenon Share of Market Value |
| $ | 111 | 2 | | | | | |
1. | Market capitalization is based upon 48,138,955 number of shares outstanding, as of December 31, 2012 at $7.95 per share, the closing price of Towers shares on NASDAQ on December 31, 2012. |
2. | Includes the market value of shares and shares that will derive from conversion of capital notes. |
ZIM
As of December 31, 2013, ZIM was not in compliance with the financial covenants relating to substantially all of its outstanding long-term debt obligations and liabilities. As a result of, among other things, the going concern reference in ZIMs third quarter 2013 and subsequent financial statements, most of ZIMs loans were in default and the lenders of such loans have the right to demand their immediate repayment.
On July 16, 2014, ZIM completed its financial restructuring, reducing ZIMs outstanding indebtedness and liabilities (face value, including future off-balance sheet commitments such as operational leases) from approximately $3.4 billion to a remaining balance of approximately $2 billion. As a result, ZIM is not in default under any of its loans or outstanding liabilities and the lenders under ZIMs loans no longer have the right to demand ZIMs immediate repayment of such indebtedness. Additionally, as of July 31, 2014, ZIM was in compliance with its minimum liquidity covenant of $125 million. In connection with the completion of ZIMs restructuring plan, ZIM also postponed certain of its maturity dates and reduced certain of its charter rates. As part of ZIMs restructuring, IC invested $200 million in ZIMs capital structure and ICs ownership of ZIM (which will be contributed to Kenon) was reduced to 32% of ZIMs outstanding shares. For further information on the terms of ZIMs restructuring plan, see Item 5B. Liquidity and Capital Resources ZIMs Liquidity and Capital Resources ZIMs Restructuring Plan. In future periods, as a result of our reduced equity interest in ZIM, we will no longer consolidate ZIMs results of operations and, instead, will present ZIMs results as share in income (loss) from associates.
Qoros
We have a 50% equity interest in Qoros. As a result, we account for Qoros pursuant to the equity method of accounting and discuss Qoros results of operations in our discussion of our share in income (loss) from associates. Additional detail on Qoros historic financial performance can be found in Qoros separate financial statements for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, which are included in this registration statement.
Tower
For information on Towers results of operations, see Information Regarding Tower.
Material Factors Affecting Results of Operations
Kenon
Certain Singapore Tax Implications for Kenon
As a Singapore-resident company, Kenon would be subject to income tax in Singapore on its income accruing in or derived from Singapore, and foreign-sourced income received in Singapore from outside Singapore unless otherwise exempt. The corporate tax rate in Singapore is currently 17%, unless reduced under an applicable concession or incentive, and is chargeable on income less allowable deductions and allowances. However, as each of the subsidiaries and associated companies that will be transferred to Kenon in connection with the spin-off intend to continue to conduct their operations outside of Singapore, Kenon does not expect to be subject to tax in Singapore on any income generated by such businesses.
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Foreign-sourced income in the form of dividends, branch profits and service income received or deemed to be received in Singapore by Kenon (as a Singapore tax-resident company) would also be exempt from tax in Singapore, provided certain conditions, including the following, are satisfied:
| such income is subject to tax of a similar character to income tax under the law of the jurisdiction from which such income is received; and |
| at the time the income is received in Singapore, the highest rate of tax of a similar character to income tax (by whatever name called) levied under the law of the territory from which the income is received on any gains or profits from any trade or business carried on by any company in that territory at that time is not less than 15%. |
Certain concessions and clarifications have also been announced by the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore, or IRAS, with respect to the above conditions.
To the extent that the conditions set out above are fulfilled in relation to foreign-sourced dividends and branch profits received in Singapore by Kenon, Kenon should not be subject to Singapore tax on such income.
As a result, Kenon does not expect to pay any taxes in Singapore on its foreign-sourced income, as such income (i) is expected to be exempt from tax when remitted into Singapore (based upon the conditions outlined above), (ii) may be maintained outside of Singapore and utilized by Kenon to make dividend payments to shareholders outside of Singapore or (iii) may be maintained outside of Singapore and utilized by Kenon to make further investments outside of Singapore. No material Singapore corporate taxes have therefore been accounted for, or are expected to be accounted for, in Kenons financial statements.
The corporate tax rate in Singapore is currently 17% unless reduced under an applicable concession or incentive, and is chargeable on income less allowable deductions and allowances. Pursuant to Singapores one-tier corporate tax system, the tax on corporate profits is final and dividends paid by a Singapore-resident company to its shareholders, regardless of their legal form or tax residence, would be exempt from tax in Singapore. No withholding tax would be payable on such dividends.
Singapore does not impose taxes on disposal gains, which are considered to be capital in nature, but imposes tax on income and gains of a trading nature. As such, whenever a gain is realized on the disposal of an asset, the practice of the IRAS is to rely upon a set of commonly-applied rules in determining the question of capital (not taxable) or revenue (taxable). Under Singapore tax laws, any gains derived by a divesting company from its disposal of ordinary shares in an investee company between June 1, 2012 and May 31, 2017 are generally not taxable if, immediately prior to the date of such disposal, the divesting company has held at least 20% of the ordinary shares in the investee company for a continuous period of at least 24 months.
IC Power
Set forth below is a discussion of the material factors affecting the results of operations of IC Power for 2013 and 2012.
Capacity Growth
IC Powers capacity, excluding capacity attributable to Edegel (1,540 MW and 326 MW capacity and proportionate capacity, respectively) was 1,522 and 2,463 as of December 31, 2012 and May 31, 2014, respectively. IC Power has entered into an agreement to sell its 21% indirect equity interest in Edegel. The transaction is not yet complete and remains subject to regulatory approval by INDECOPI, the antitrust regulator in Peru.
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The following table sets forth IC Powers proportionate capacity growth since January 1, 2012:
Entity |
Country |
Energy used to |
Completion of Development/ Date of Acquisition |
Capacity (MW) |
Change in proportionate capacity (MW) |
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Kallpa |
Peru | Natural gas | Development Completed August 2012 | 293 | 219 | |||||||||
OPC |
Israel | Natural gas and diesel | Development Completed July 2013 | 440 | 352 | |||||||||
Colmito |
Chile | Diesel | Acquired October 2013 | 58 | 58 | |||||||||
Corinto |
Nicaragua | Heavy fuel oil | Acquired March 2014 | 71 | 46 | |||||||||
Tipitapa Power |
Nicaragua | Heavy fuel oil | Acquired March 2014 | 51 | 33 | |||||||||
Amayo I |
Nicaragua | Wind | Acquired March 2014 | 40 | 25 | |||||||||
Amayo II |
Nicaragua | Wind | Acquired March 2014 | 23 | 14 | |||||||||
Surpetroil |
Colombia | Natural gas | Acquired March 2014 | 15 | 9 | |||||||||
Kallpa Las Flores |
Peru | Natural gas | Acquired April 2014 | 193 | 145 | |||||||||
JPPC |
Jamaica | Heavy fuel oil | Acquired May 2014 | 50 | 50 | 1 | ||||||||
Total increase in capacity | 1,234 | 951 | ||||||||||||
Capacity at January 1, 2012, excluding Edegel | 1,229 | 979 | ||||||||||||
Capacity at May 31, 2014, excluding Edegel | 2,463 | 1,930 | ||||||||||||
Percentage change during period | 100 | % | 97 | % | ||||||||||
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1. | Prior to January 1, 2012, IC Power held an approximate 16% equity interest in JPPC, which has capacity of 60 MW, resulting in an approximately 10 MW contribution to IC Powers proportionate capacity prior to IC Powers acquisition of the remaining 84% equity interest in JPPC in May 2014. |
As a result of IC Powers capacity expansion, its consolidated revenues, operating income, finance expenses and net income during the periods under review substantially increased.
Macroeconomic Conditions in the Countries in which IC Power Operates
IC Powers portfolio of power generation assets is located in a number of geographic regions across the globe. As a result, IC Powers business and operating results are affected by worldwide political and economic conditions, particularly those affecting Latin America, the Caribbean and Israel.
Macroeconomic conditions impact the consumption of electricity by industrial and individual consumers. For instance, countries experiencing sustained economic growth generally experience an increase in their consumption of electricity. Additionally, macroeconomic conditions are also likely to affect foreign exchange rates, domestic interest rates and inflation, which each have an effect on IC Powers financial and operating costs. Fluctuations in the exchange rates between local currencies in the countries in which IC Power operates and the U.S. dollar, which is IC Powers functional currency, will generate either gains or losses on monetary assets and liabilities denominated in these local currencies and can therefore affect IC Powers profitability. Fluctuations in inflation rates may increase labor costs and other local expenses of IC Powers operating companies, and IC Power may be unable to pass such increases on to its customers (e.g., in the context of customers who purchase energy or capacity from IC Power pursuant to a long-term PPA).
For further information on the risks associated with currency fluctuations, see Item 3D Risk Factors Risks Related to our Diversified Strategy and Operations Foreign exchange rate fluctuations could have a material adverse effect on our earnings and the strength of our balance sheet.
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The following table sets forth the average local currencies per dollar exchange rates and the annual inflation rate for the periods presented for each of the countries in which IC Power has material operations:
2013 | 2012 | |||||||||||||||
Exchange Rate | Inflation Rate | Exchange Rate | Inflation Rate | |||||||||||||
(per $1) | (%) | (per $1) | (%) | |||||||||||||
Peru |
2.7 | 2.8 | 2.6 | 3.7 | ||||||||||||
Dominican Republic |
41.8 | 4.8 | 39.3 | 3.7 | ||||||||||||
El Salvador |
8.8 | 0.8 | 8.8 | 1.7 | ||||||||||||
Bolivia |
6.9 | 5.7 | 6.9 | 4.6 | ||||||||||||
Chile |
495.3 | 1.8 | 486.5 | 3.0 | ||||||||||||
Israel |
3.6 | 1.5 | 3.9 | 1.7 | ||||||||||||
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Sources: Exchange Rates World Bank
Inflation Rates World Bank
For further information on the macroeconomic conditions of those key countries in which IC Power operates, see Item 4B. Business Overview Our Businesses and Associated Companies IC Power IC Powers Industry Overview.
Availability and Dispatch
The regulatory frameworks in Peru, the Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Bolivia, Chile and Nicaragua establish marginal cost systems, and the relevant regulatory agencies determine which generation units are to be dispatched, so as to minimize the cost of energy supplied.
Availability refers to the percentage of time that a plant is available to generate energy. For example, hydroelectric plants are unavailable when they are removed from operation to conserve water in the associated reservoirs or river basins, for maintenance or when there are unscheduled outages. Thermal plants are unavailable when they are removed from operation for maintenance or when there are unscheduled outages. IC Powers average availability in 2013 was 93.5% in Peru, 96.1% in Israel (commercial operation commenced in July 2013), 87.1% in the Dominican Republic, 95.0% in El Salvador, 95.5% in Bolivia and 100% in Chile. Each of the relevant regulatory agencies consider the average availability of generation plants when it allocates firm capacity.
A substantial portion of the capacity in Peru, Chile, El Salvador, Colombia, the Dominican Republic and Bolivia is comprised of hydroelectric plants. The marginal cost of production by these plants is almost nil. As a result, these plants are generally the first to be dispatched, when available. However, the availability of these plants is subject to annual and seasonal variations based on the hydrology of the reservoirs and river basins that provide the water to operate these plants. When hydroelectric plants are unavailable or have been fully dispatched, generation plants are generally dispatched on the basis of cost, with lower cost units generally dispatched first. Kallpas units, for example, are among the first generation units to be dispatched in Peru after the hydroelectric plants, since Kallpa is among the lowest-cost thermal generation units in Peru. COBEEs hydroelectric plants are among the first generation units to be dispatched in Bolivia as a result of the low variable costs associated with these units. IC Power seeks to ensure that its hydroelectric units are available to be dispatched when necessary, as such availability is important to IC Powers positioning, its ability to capture the benefits of marginal cost dispatch, and the maximization of its margins.
If IC Powers generation plants are available for dispatch and are not dispatched, or are partially dispatched, by the system operator and if IC Powers obligations to deliver energy exceed the energy dispatched from its own generation units at any particular time, IC Power purchases energy in the spot market to satisfy its obligations under its PPAs, usually at prices that are lower than its own generation costs resulting in a higher margin. To the extent that IC Powers generation plants are not available for dispatch, IC Power purchases energy in the spot market to satisfy its obligations under its PPAs, and there is a risk that the price of such energy may be higher than the price for energy that IC Power receives under its PPAs.
Although Kallpa has adopted a commercial strategy under which it generally enters into PPAs under which it sells more capacity than it is allocated by the COES, IC Power reviews the anticipated load curves of its customers prior to entering into PPAs in order to determine whether its contracting strategy will present a risk that the total energy demanded under its PPAs will exceed its capacity. The following table sets forth the amount
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of energy sold by IC Powers operating companies under their PPAs and in the spot market, and the amount of energy dispatched and purchased by certain of IC Powers operating companies, that were owned by us and in commercial operation for full year 2013:
Year Ended December 31, |
Sales under PPAs | Sales in Spot Market |
Energy Dispatched | Energy Purchased |
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Kallpa: |
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2013 |
6,268 | 84 | 5,265 | 1,087 | ||||||||||||
2012 |
4,321 | 162 | 4,135 | 350 | ||||||||||||
CEPP: |
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2013 |
325 | 7 | 332 | | ||||||||||||
2012 |
316 | 15 | 330 | | ||||||||||||
Nejapa: |
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2013 |
511 | 164 | 458 | 249 | ||||||||||||
2012 |
437 | 244 | 561 | 131 | ||||||||||||
COBEE: |
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2013 |
276 | 827 | 1,103 | | ||||||||||||
2012 |
277 | 826 | 1,103 | |
Cost of Sales
IC Powers principal costs of sales are heavy fuel oil, natural gas and lubricants, purchases of capacity and energy on the spot market, transmission costs, personnel and third party services, and maintenance costs.
IC Powers costs for natural gas, which include transportation costs, vary primarily based on the quantity of natural gas consumed, the variation of market prices of heavy fuel oil and whether IC Power consumes all of the natural gas that it is obligated to purchase under its natural gas supply contracts. The price adjustment mechanisms in IC Powers Peruvian PPAs act as a natural hedge against the price of natural gas. IC Powers costs for heavy fuel oil, which include transportation costs, vary primarily based on the quantity of heavy fuel oil consumed and the variation of market prices of heavy fuel oil. IC Power generates electricity using heavy fuel oil in the Dominican Republic and El Salvador. The price adjustment mechanisms in IC Powers Dominican and Salvadorian PPAs also act as a natural hedge against the price of fuel oil.
IC Powers costs for transmission vary primarily according to the quantity of energy that IC Power sells and the specific nodes in the SEIN through which its customers withdraw energy from the SEIN. Under IC Powers PPAs and the regulatory regimes under which it sells energy in the spot market, most transmission costs are passed on to its customers.
IC Power incurs personnel and third party services costs in the operation of its plants. These costs are usually independent of the volumes of energy produced by its plants. IC Power incurs maintenance costs in connection with the ongoing and periodic maintenance of its generation plants. These costs are usually correlated to the volumes of energy produced and running hours by its plants.
Results from Associates
IC Powers net income, cash flows from operations and statement of financial condition are affected by the results of Pedregal, in which IC Power holds a 21% indirect equity interest, and Edegel, in which IC Power currently holds a 21% indirect equity interest, which IC Power has agreed to sell pursuant to the terms discussed below.
With respect to IC Powers associates, IC Power records its proportional share in the net income of Generandes and Pedregal in its statement of income as share of profit in associates. During the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, IC Powers share of profit in associated companies was $32 million and $33 million, respectively. IC Power records dividends received from Generandes and Pedregal as cash flow from operations in its statement of cash flows. During the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, IC Power received dividends from these companies in the aggregate amount of $31 million and $16 million, respectively. The book value that IC Power records for these investments in its statement of financial position is adjusted to reflect its proportional share in the net income of these companies and the dividends received from these companies and the cumulative translation adjustment to the value of its investment in Generandes are netted from the result.
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Although IC Power seeks to exert a degree of influence with respect to the management and operation of these investments by exercising certain limited governance rights, IC Powers ability to control the development and operation of these companies may be limited, IC Power may be dependent on the majority shareholders to operate such businesses, and the approval of the majority shareholders is required for distributions of funds to IC Power. IC Power periodically evaluates its investments in companies that it does not consolidate and considers whether it would be in its interests to increase its investments in these companies or reduce or divest its interests in the companies. In April 2014, IC Power entered into an agreement to sell its 21% indirect equity interest in Edegel to Enersis, a subsidiary of Edegels indirect controlling shareholder, for $413 million (which is expected to result in recognition of approximately $88 million of net profit, if consummated). IC Power is entitled to receive its proportionate share of earnings generated by Edegel up to the closing of the transaction. The sale of IC Powers equity interest in Edegel is subject to regulatory approval by INDECOPI and the transaction cannot be completed until this approval is obtained. Edegel, which has a capacity of 1,540 MW, represented 16% of IC Powers proportionate capacity (Edegel represents 326 MW of proportionate capacity), as of December 31, 2013, and contributed $29 million and $64 million to IC Powers net income and proportionate EBITDA, respectively, for the year ended December 31, 2013.
For further information on the risks related to IC Powers sale of Edegel, see Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Related to IC Power IC Power could face risks in connection with the disposals of its interests in its businesses, including risks in connection with its agreement to sell its interests in Edegel.
Effects of Outstanding Indebtedness, including Financial Leases
As of December 31, 2013, IC Powers total outstanding consolidated indebtedness, excluding debt owed to shareholders, was $1,669 million. IC Power had outstanding loans and notes owed to its parent company of approximately $243 million as of December 31, 2013.
IC Power financed its acquisition of the Kallpa I, II and III turbines, and Las Flores terminal, through financial leases. As a result, IC Power has recognized these turbines and the terminal as property, plant and equipment and has recognized the related lease obligations as loans from banks and others, but does not recognize any cash flow from financing activities. Payments under these leases are recognized in IC Powers statement of cash flows as cash flows from financing activities at the time that these payments are made.
Income Taxes
IC Power operates through various subsidiaries in several countries and, as a result, is subject to income tax in each jurisdiction in which it has operations including in Israel, its country of incorporation. As of January 2014, the corporate income tax rate in Israel applicable to each of IC Power and OPC is 26.5% (prior to such date, the corporate income tax rate was 25% in 2013).
In Peru, Kallpa, Edegel, Generandes and Southern Cone are subject to corporate income tax at a rate of 30% on taxable income. However, dividends received by Generandes from Edegel or by Southern Cone from Generandes are not considered taxable income of Generandes or Southern Cone. Distributions of dividends made to non-resident shareholders by Kallpa and Southern Cone are subject to withholding taxes at a rate of 4.1%. In November 2010, Kallpa entered into a legal stability agreement with the Peruvian government under which the Peruvian government agreed that the income tax regime applicable to Kallpa would not be modified for a period of ten years.
In the Dominican Republic, the corporate income tax rate is 29%. Prior to its expiration in April 2012, CEPP had an exemption from all direct Dominican Republic taxes, including income tax. Distributions made to non-resident shareholders are subject to withholding taxes at a rate of 10%.
Nejapas branch in El Salvador and Cenergica are subject to corporate income tax in El Salvador at a rate of 30% and non-resident shareholders are subject to a 5% withholding tax on dividend distributions. COBEEs branch in Bolivia is subject to corporate income tax in Bolivia at a rate of 25%. In addition, the net income of COBEEs branch in Bolivia is subject to withholding of a branch profits tax at a rate of 12.5%.
ZIM
Set forth below is a discussion of the material factors affecting the results of operations of ZIM for 2013 and 2012.
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Debt Restructuring
As of December 31, 2013, ZIM was not in compliance with the financial covenants relating to substantially all of its outstanding long-term debt obligations and liabilities. As a result of, among other matters, the going concern reference in ZIMs third quarter 2013, and subsequent financial statements, most of ZIMs loans were in default and the lenders of such loans had the right to demand their immediate repayment. On July 16, 2014, ZIM completed its financial restructuring, reducing ZIMs outstanding indebtedness and liabilities (face value, including future off-balance sheet commitments such as operational leases) from approximately $3.4 billion to approximately $2 billion. As a result, ZIM is not in default under any of its loans or outstanding liabilities and the lenders under ZIMs loans no longer have the right to demand ZIMs immediate repayment of such indebtedness. Additionally, as of July 31, 2014, ZIM was in compliance with its minimum liquidity covenant of $125 million. In connection with the completion of ZIMs restructuring plan, ZIM also postponed certain of its maturity dates and reduced certain of its charter rates. As part of ZIMs restructuring, IC invested $200 million in ZIMs capital structure and ICs ownership of ZIM (which will be contributed to Kenon) was reduced to 32% of ZIMs outstanding shares. For further information on the terms of ZIMs restructuring plan, see Item 5B. Liquidity and Capital Resources ZIMs Liquidity and Capital Resources ZIMs Restructuring Plan.
In future periods, as a result of our reduced equity interest in ZIM, we will no longer consolidate ZIMs results of operations and, instead, will present ZIMs results as share in income (loss) from associates.
Voyage Expenses
Voyage expenses consist primarily of expenses related to cargo handling, bunker, charter hire of vessels and port (including canal) expenses.
| Cargo Handling Expenses Expenses relating to cargo handling primarily include the cost relating to loading and discharge of containers, transport of empty containers, land transportation and transshipment of cargo. Cargo handling accounted for 38% and 36% of ZIMs operating expenses and cost of services in 2013 and 2012, respectively. |
| Bunker Expenses Bunker represents a significant proportion of ZIMs fixed operational expenses, and as a result, changes in the price of bunker or in ZIMs bunker consumption patterns can have a significant effect on ZIMs results of operations. In an effort to reduce its bunker expenses, ZIM has also employed new procurement processes and tools aimed at reducing the prices at which ZIM purchases its bunker from its suppliers. ZIM has also employed various optimization strategies designed to reduce its bunker expenses via a reduction in its aggregate bunker consumption. ZIMs bunker expenses were 24% and 27% of ZIMs operating expenses and cost of services in 2013 and 2012, respectively. |
| Vessel Charter Hire Fees A significant portion of ZIMs capacity is chartered. As of December 31, 2013, ZIM owns (wholly or partially) vessels which account for 43% of its capacity and obtains the remaining 57% of its capacity from chartered vessels. ZIMs charter expenses are impacted by the composition of bareboat or time charters within ZIMs fleet and the expenses affiliated with each of those charters. With respect to a bareboat charter, all operating costs are covered by the charterer, who assumes both the operational and the shipping market risk. Under a time charter, however, the charterer is not responsible for the operating expenses. ZIM also purchases slot charters, which involve the purchase of specific slots on board of another companys vessel. Generally, these rates are based primarily on demand for capacity as well as the available supply of containership capacity. As a result of macroeconomic conditions affecting trade flow between ports served by liner companies and economic conditions in the industries which use liner shipping services, bareboat, time and slot charter rates can, and do, fluctuate significantly and ZIMs results of operations may be affected by the composition of its chartered vessels portfolio. |
Vessel charter hire fees accounted for 14% of ZIMs operating expenses and cost of services for each of 2013 and 2012. As part of the financial restructuring plan, the vessel charter hire rates under most of ZIMs charters were reduced. For further information on the reduction of ZIMs vessel charter hire rates, see ZIMs Restructuring Plan and for further information on the expected charter hire rates relating to related party charters, see Item 7B. Related Party Transactions ZIM ZIMs Vessels and Operating Leases; ZIMs Restructuring Plan.
| Port Expenses ZIM pays port expenses, which are surcharges levied by a particular port and are applicable to a vessel and/or the cargo on board of a particular vessel, at each port of call along its various trade routes. Increases in port expenses increase ZIMs operating expenses and, if such increases are not reflected in the freight rate charged by ZIM to its customers, may decrease ZIMs net income, margins and results of operations. Canal fees, the transit fees levied by canals in connection |
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with a vessels passage (e.g., the Panama Canal or the Suez canal), are generally correlated to the size of the vessel transporting the cargo. Larger vessels, notwithstanding their utilization rate and capacity of cargo, generally pay higher transit fees. An increase in transit fees, if such increases are not reflected in the freight rate charged by ZIM to its customers, may decrease ZIMs net income, margins and results of operations. Additionally, as ZIM expects to increase its vessel portfolio via the inclusion of six very large container vessels, an increase in canal fees may have a larger impact on ZIMs net income, margins or results of operations. ZIMs port (including canal) expenses were $287 million and $274 million, representing approximately 8% and 7% of ZIMs operating expenses and cost of services, in 2013 and 2012, respectively. |
Fleet Utilization
The container shipping industry uses fleet utilization to measure a companys efficiency on a particular route. Utilization measures support carriers in finding suitable employment for their vessels in order to maximize the available capacity operated in each trade. Utilization is a metric used to measure the rate at which potential output levels are being met or used. Displayed as a percentage, capacity utilization levels give insight into the overall productivity of a carriers fleet. ZIMs utilization of its carrying capacity, its utilization rate, varies from time to time and generally ranges between 75% and 95% of total active vessels operating on its dominant leg. If the utilization patterns of ZIMs fleet decrease dramatically or fail to increase, such a change could reduce its utilization rate and affect its financial results of operations.
Container Shipping Industry Conditions
In the wake of the 2008 global financial crisis, the global shipping industry experienced a severe crisis, resulting in a significant decrease in the profitability of shipping companies worldwide, particularly container shipping companies. Global trade in general, and the container shipping industry in particular are highly correlated with fluctuations in the global economy, and are characterized by cyclicality and high volatility, when minor fluctuations in global GDP result in a significant change in trade. Uncertainty and unpredictability are still clouding the global economy, in general, and the container shipping industry, which is directly affected by global economic changes, in particular. The principal result of these crises has been an increase in competition within the shipping industry, an increase in cooperative operational agreements between international shipping companies, downward pressure on slot and freight rates and volatility in charter and freight rates, and an overall decrease in the demand for container capacity that has also resulted in decreased utilization rates, and an increase in the utilization of very large vessels, including mega-vessels, which increase the capacity carried in each voyage while delivering significant cost-savings benefits. For example, the China Containerized Freight Indexs average freight rate decreased from $1,122 in 2008 to $1,082 in 2013. Similar to other international shipping companies, the persistence of such difficult conditions in the shipping industry and the increase in competition have impacted ZIMs business results and profitability and may continue to impact ZIMs results of operations.
Qoros
Set forth below is a discussion of the material factors affecting the results of operations of Qoros for 2013 and 2012.
Qoros has had net losses in almost every quarter since its inception, as it invests heavily in its commercial operation. In December 2013, Qoros began sales on a limited scale and, as a result, generated revenues for the first time during the fiscal year ended December 31, 2013.
However, Qoros is subject to those risks inherent in the establishment of a new business enterprise, including possible cost overruns due to cost increases in services and supply materials and uncertain and unpredictable revenues. Additionally, if Qoros is unable to ramp up sales and develop an effective dealership network to drive its commercial sales, Qoros operations may continue to generate net losses. Qoros ability to eliminate its operating losses and to generate positive cash flow from its operations will depend upon a variety of factors, many of which Qoros will be unable to control, such as the ability to sell its vehicles within its targeted price range. If Qoros is unable to substantially increase its production volume, or increase its production capacity in tandem with increased demand in its vehicle models, Qoros may not be able to eliminate its operating losses, generate positive cash flow or achieve or sustain profitability, any of which may result in an increase in Qoros reported expenses and continued net losses.
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Qoros will continue to require additional financing to fund its operations and development initiatives, and such financing needs may increase as Qoros adjusts certain parameters of its current business development plan, including increasing its production volume to meet an increase in demand for Qoros vehicle models or a reduction in its operating cash flow as a result of lower sale volumes. Such an increase could, in turn, increase Qoros overall financing expenses and thereby decrease its net income and profitability.
Remaining Businesses and Associated Companies
Set forth below is a discussion of the material factors affecting the results of operations of our remaining businesses for 2013 and 2012.
Supply and Demand Pricing and Trends
The market for the manufacture, marketing and sale of bio-diesel, heating and other alternative fuels is highly competitive. Sustained competition could increase the costs associated with feedstock supply, plant construction, raw materials, attracting and retaining qualified engineers, chemists and other key employees, and other operating expenses. Decreasing oil prices, or an increase in feedstock supply that significantly reduces the differential between such feedstock and oil, could also negatively affect demand for alternative fuels and the competitive position of bio-fuel, which is critical to Primus and, in particular, Petrotecs platforms. Petrotecs operations are sensitive to such supply and demand fluctuations and any imbalances could result in a decrease in Petrotecs margins and could, in turn, affect Petrotecs revenues and results of operations.
Additionally, increased competition from other alternative energy providers will likely occur if prices of energy on the commodities markets, including oil and bio-diesel, rise as they have in recent years. Additionally, if production capacity within the industry increases faster than the demand for bio-diesel or other alternative energies, sales prices could be depressed, which could negatively affect the business model and credit profile of Primus and HelioFocus, and the results of operations of Petrotec.
Government Subsidies and Political/Economic Incentives
The market supply and demand for renewable energy solutions depends substantially upon the availability of government incentives. Various governments have used policy initiatives to encourage or accelerate the development of alternative fuel generation solutions and the adoption of solar power and other renewable energy sources.
The United States, as well as certain countries in Europe, including Germany, and Asia, including China, have adopted renewable energy policies. Examples of government-sponsored financial incentives utilized to promote the development and purchase of renewable energy products or services include capital cost rebates, tariffs, tax credits, double counting, net metering and other incentives to end-users, distributors, project developers, system integrators and manufacturers of renewable energy technologies, processes, or products. However, governments may reduce or eliminate existing incentive programs for political, financial or other reasons, and such reductions will be difficult to predict. Reductions in any such programs may result in a significant decline in the demand and, therefore, price of renewable energy solutions.
Project Development and Operational Capabilities
The financial condition and results of operations of Primus and HelioFocus depend upon the ability of each of Primus and HelioFocus to successfully commercialize their renewable energy technologies via their development and construction of commercial facilities and operations, pursuant to their current business development plans. Each of Primus and HelioFocus expect to build and manage a number of projects in the future, and such developments are expected to present additional challenges to Primus and HelioFocus internal processes, external construction management, working capital management, and financing capabilities. Significant project development may result in increased financing expenses and increased operating expenses, each of which will likely not be offset, in the short-term, by increases in revenues or net income.
Critical Accounting Policies and Significant Estimates
In preparing our financial statements, we make judgments, estimates and assumptions about the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. Our estimates and associated assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis and are based upon historical experience and various other assumptions that we believe to be reasonable under the circumstances. Actual results may differ from these estimates under different assumptions or conditions.
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We believe that the estimates, assumptions and judgments involved in the accounting policies described below have the greatest potential impact on our financial statements.
Impairment Test of ZIM
For each reporting period, Kenon examines whether there have been any events or changes in circumstances which would indicate an impairment of one or more non-monetary assets or CGUs. Additionally, when there are indications of an impairment, a review is made as to whether the carrying amount of the non-monetary assets or CGUs exceeds the recoverable amount and, if necessary, an impairment loss is recognized. An assessment of the impairment of goodwill is performed once a year or when signs of an impairment exist.
Under IFRS, the recoverable amount of the asset or CGU is determined based upon the higher of (i) the fair value less costs of disposal and (ii) the present value of the future cash flows expected from the continued use of the asset or CGU in its present condition, including cash flows expected to be received upon the retirement of the asset from service and the eventual sale of the asset (value in use). The future cash flows are discounted to their present value using a discount rate that reflects current market assessments of the time-value of money.
The estimates regarding future cash flows are based upon past experience with respect to this asset or similar assets (or CGUs), and on Kenons businesses best possible assessments regarding the economic conditions that will exist during the remaining useful life of the asset or CGU. Such estimates rely on the particular businesses current development plans and forecasts. As the actual cash flows may differ, the recoverable amount determined could change in subsequent periods, such that an additional impairment loss may need to be recognized or a previously recognized impairment loss may need to be reversed. In the wake of the recent global economic crisis, which materially impacted the shipping industry and ZIMs results of operations, ZIM considers the resulting industry dynamics indicators of the potential impairment of the carrying amount of its assets.
As of December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011, ZIM tested its operating assets (primarily its fixed and intangible assets) for impairment. For the purposes of IAS 36, ZIM, which operates integrated network liner activity, has one CGU, which consists of all of ZIMs assets. ZIM estimated its recoverable amount based upon the fair value of its assets less the costs of disposal, using the discounted cash flow method. In developing the estimates of ZIMs future cash flows, assumptions were made relating to future bunker prices, freight rates, charter rates and other vessel operating expenses, the remaining useful lives of ZIMs vessels, the discount rate, and the long-term nominal growth rate. These assumptions were based upon historical trends, as well as future expectations, as outlined in ZIMs current business development plan.
ZIM concluded that the recoverable amount of its CGU was between $172 million and $213 million higher than the carrying amount of its CGU and, therefore, no impairment was recognized in ZIMs financial statements in respect of its CGU.
ZIMs assumptions were made for a 5-year period starting in 2014 and a representative year intended to reflect a long term steady state. The key assumptions are set forth below:
| Bunker price of $600 per ton; |
| Freight rates: a compound annual negative growth rate of 1.5% over the projection period, reflecting, in part, a change in cargo mix; |
| Increase in aggregate TEU shipped: a compound annual growth rate of 1.8% over the projection period, this assumes the introduction of six very large container vessels to ZIMs fleet during 2016; |
| Charter hire rates: contractual rates in effect as of December 31, 2013, and assuming anticipated market rates for renewals of charters expiring in the projection period; |
| Discount rate of 11.5%; |
| Long-term nominal growth rate of 1.5%, which is consistent with the expected industry average; |
| Capital expenditures that are less than or equal to ZIMs expected vessel depreciation; and |
| Payment of tax at ZIMs corporate tax rate of 26.5%; also assumes expected use of tax losses. |
Although ZIM believes the assumptions used to evaluate the potential impairment of its assets are reasonable and appropriate, such assumptions are highly subjective. There can be no assurance as to how long bunker prices and freight rates will remain at their current levels or whether they will increase or decrease by any significant degree. Freight rates may remain at depressed levels for some time which could adversely affect ZIMs revenue and profitability.
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The analysis for the impairment test is sensitive to variances in several of the assumptions used, including growth rate, the discount rate, future freight rates and bunker prices. Historical 5-year and 10-year freight rates averages were 10% higher than the rates used in the representative year in the impairment test. Historical 5-year and 10-year bunker prices were 14% and 41% lower than the price used in the representative year in the impairment test, respectively.
Based upon the sensitivity analysis performed for December 31, 2013, the impact on fair value of the deviation of assumed growth rate and discount rate would be as follows:
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As of December 31, 2013, the aggregate amount by which the carrying amount of ZIMs specific vessels exceeded their estimated market values was approximately $588 million.
ZIM would be required to record an impairment loss for those vessels with a carrying value in excess of their estimated fair market values if ZIM were required to dispose of such vessels, instead of operating such vessels as a part of its CGU. In connection with the completion of its restructuring, ZIM agreed to dispose of eight vessels during the 16-month period commencing from July 16, 2014 (the date on which its restructuring was completed). Accordingly, those vessels will be classified as held for sale and, as a result of such classification, a $108 million impairment will be recorded in ZIMs 2014 financial statements under Other operating expenses. Such impairment loss, however, will not have an impact on Kenons financial statements, as the loss will be recorded by ZIM immediately prior to the restructuring and will be accounted for by Kenon as part of the restructuring transaction gain, as further described in Note 11A.2. of our combined carve-out financial statements. ZIM has no plans at this point to dispose of any other vessels.
For further information on the risks related to the market value of our vessels, see Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Related to ZIM Declines in freight rates or other market conditions negatively affect ZIMs business, financial condition, or results of operations and could thereby result in ZIMs incurrence of to incur impairment charges.
Revenue Recognition
Our revenue comprises the fair value of the sales, net of value-added tax, rebates and discounts after eliminating sales within our consolidated group. IC Power and ZIM recognize revenue when (i) the amount of revenue can be reliably measured, (ii) it is probable that future economic benefits will flow to the entity and (iii) criteria, specific to it and as set forth below, have been met.
Revenue From Sale of Electricity
IC Power recognizes revenue from the sale of energy in the period during which the sale occurs. The revenues from its generation business are recorded based upon output delivered and capacity provided at rates specified under contract terms.
Revenue From Voyages and Accompanying Services
ZIM recognizes revenue from cargo traffic in proportion to the stage of completion of the transaction at the reporting date. The stage of completion is assessed for each cargo by the reference to the time-based proportion.
The operating costs related to cargo traffic are expensed immediately as incurred. If the incremental expected cost that related to the cargo exceeds the expected revenue from the cargo, ZIM recognizes a loss immediately in its income statement.
Revenue From the Sale of Biodiesel and Other Products
Revenues are recorded if the material risks and rewards associated with ownership of the goods/merchandise sold have been assigned to the buyer. This usually occurs upon the delivery of products and merchandise.
Revenue is recorded to the extent that it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Group (as defined in our combined carve-out financial statements) and the amount of the revenues can be reliably measured.
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Capitalized Development Costs
Expenditure on research activities, undertaken with the prospect of gaining new scientific or technical knowledge and understanding, is recognized in Qoros profit (loss) as incurred.
Qoros is required to make judgments about whether development expenses may be capitalized as intangible assets if certain conditions are met, as described in IAS 38, Intangible Assets. Qoros performs an assessment of its development costs with respect to its new vehicle models to determine whether such costs can be measured reliably, the product or process is technically and commercially feasible, future economic benefits are probable, and it intends to and has sufficient resources to complete development and to use or sell the asset and accordingly, capitalizes these development costs. The expenditures that are capitalized include engineering design and development costs, and costs related to the production of prototypes. Qoros determined all other research and development costs incurred were expended in the research or development phase and were therefore expensed. Capitalized development costs are amortized on a systematic basis based upon the quantity of related products produced.
Qoros measures its capitalized development expenditure at cost less accumulated amortization and accumulated impairment losses.
For further information on the estimates, assumptions and judgments involved in our accounting policies, see Note 3 to our combined carve-out financial statements included in this registration statement.
Recent Developments
IC Power
Acquisitions
In February 2014, IC Power acquired AEI Nicaragua and AEI Jamaica Holdings Ltd., the holder of JPPCs remaining equity. AEI Nicaragua indirectly owns (i) 65% of Corinto, (ii) 65% of Tipitapa Power, (iii) 61% of Amayo I and (iv) 61% of Amayo II. Corinto and Tipitapa Power are powered by heavy fuel oil and Amayo I and Amayo II are powered by wind power energy. The Nicaragua acquisition represents total capacity of 185 MW. JPPC, which IC Power previously held a 16% equity interest in immediately prior to this transaction, has a capacity of 60 MW and is powered by heavy fuel oil. In March 2014 and May 2014, IC Power closed the acquisition of AEI Nicaragua and AEI Jamaica, respectively. The aggregate purchase price for these companies was $57 million after post-closing adjustments.
In March 2014, IC Power acquired a 60% equity interest in Surpetroil, representing a capacity of 15 MW in Colombia for $18 million, and marking IC Powers initial entry into the Colombian power generation market.
In March 2014, IC Power won the Government of Chiles tender for leasing of land in North Chile, which can be used to construct a power station with a capacity of approximately 350 MW. The total lease cost equals approximately $4 million.
In April 2014, IC Power acquired Las Flores, a single turbine natural gas-fired plant located in Chilca, Peru, representing a capacity of 193 MW, for $114 million.
Disposition of Edegel
In April 2014, IC Power entered into an agreement to sell its 21% indirect equity interest in Edegel to Enersis, a subsidiary of Edegels indirect controlling shareholder, for $413 million (which is expected to result in recognition of approximately $88 million of net profit, if consummated). IC Power is entitled to receive, as a dividend payment, its proportionate share of earnings generated by Edegel up to the closing of the transaction. The sale of IC Powers equity interest in Edegel is subject to regulatory approval by INDECOPI. Edegel, which has a capacity of 1,540 MW, represented 16% of IC Powers proportionate capacity as of December 31, 2013. For further information on the risks related to IC Powers agreement to sell Edegel, see Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Related to IC Power IC Power could face risks in connection with the disposals of its interests in its businesses, including risks in connection with its agreement to sell its interests in Edegel.
Entry Into Loan Agreement
On June 22, 2014, IC Power entered into a loan agreement with Amitim and Menora Pension Funds, consisting of two facilities:
| Tranche A A NIS 150 million (approximately $43 million) bridge loan, bearing interest of 4.85% until July 2016 and 7.75% thereafter; and |
| Tranche B A NIS 200 million (approximately $58 million) long-term loan, bearing interest of 7.75%, repayable on an annual basis until 2029. |
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Repayment of Outstanding Indebtedness
In May 2014, IC Power repaid $168 million of intercompany debt owed to IC. In June 2014, IC Power repaid $95 million of capital notes owed to IC. As a result of such repayments, no debt between IC Power and IC is owed.
Declaration and Distribution of Dividends
In June 2014, IC Power declared and distributed dividends of $37 million to IC.
Qoros
IC Capital Contribution
In June 2014, IC contributed an additional RMB500 million (approximately $81 million) to Qoros via a shareholder loan, which is expected to be converted into equity upon the approval of the relevant Chinese authority. Chery made a loan to Qoros on the same terms, and its loan is therefore subject to the same conversion conditions as ICs capital contribution. Accordingly, ICs ownership percentage in Qoros (which will be contributed to us in the spin-off) will remain at 50% after the conversion of ICs recent capital contribution into equity. If such approval is not, or cannot be, obtained, Qoros has undertaken to repay the convertible loan, with interest. As a result of ICs June contribution, our outstanding capital commitment to Qoros is RMB25 million (approximately $4 million). In connection with ICs transfer of its equity interest in Qoros to us, ICs interest in the convertible loan will also be transferred to us.
Entry into Financing Agreement and Quantum Equity Pledge
In July 2014, Qoros entered into a syndicated loan agreement that provides for loans of up to RMB1.2 billion (approximately $195 million). The syndicated loan agreement includes customary covenants (including financial covenants), and events of default and early payment for violation provisions.
Up to 50% of the indebtedness incurred under this facility is secured by Quantums pledge of a portion of its equity interests in Qoros, including dividends deriving therefrom. Wuhu Chery has also pledged a portion of its equity interest in Qoros, including dividends derived therefrom, to secure up to 50% of the indebtedness incurred under this facility. The pledge agreement under which Quantum has pledged its equity interest in Qoros includes provisions setting forth, among other things, (i) minimum ratios relating to the value of Quantums pledged securities, (ii) Quantums ability to replace the pledge of its equity interest in Qoros with a pledge of cash collateral or to pledge cash collateral instead of pledging additional shares, representing up to 100% of Quantums equity interest in Qoros, and (iii) the events (e.g., Qoros default under the syndicated facility) that entitle the Chinese bank to enforce its lien on Quantums equity interest.
ZIM
On July 16, 2014, ZIM completed its financial restructuring, reducing ZIMs outstanding indebtedness and liabilities (face value, including future off-balance sheet commitments such as operational leases) from approximately $3.4 billion to a remaining balance of approximately $2 billion. As a result, ZIM is not in default under any of its loans or outstanding liabilities and the lenders under ZIMs loans no longer have the right to demand ZIMs immediate repayment of such indebtedness. Additionally, as of July 31, 2014, ZIM was in compliance with its minimum liquidity covenant of $125 million. In connection with the completion of ZIMs restructuring plan, ZIM also postponed certain of its maturity dates and reduced certain of its charter rates. As part of ZIMs restructuring, IC invested $200 million in ZIMs capital structure and ICs ownership of ZIM (which will be contributed to Kenon) was reduced to 32% of ZIMs outstanding shares. For further information on the terms of ZIMs restructuring plan, see Item 5B. Liquidity and Capital Resources ZIMs Liquidity and Capital Resources ZIMs Restructuring Plan.
Tower
In March 2014, Tower closed a definitive transaction with Panasonic to create a new company to manufacture products for Panasonic and potentially other third parties, using three of Panasonics semiconductor manufacturing facilities located in Hokuriku, Japan. In connection with the transaction, Panasonic formed a new company, TowerJazz Panasonic Semiconductor Co., Ltd., or TPSCo, transferred its semiconductor wafer manufacturing process and capacity tools (8 inch and 12 inch) at three of its Fabs located in Hokuriku to TPSCo, and entered into a five-year manufacturing agreement for the manufacture of products for Panasonic by TPSCo. Tower purchased 51% of the shares of TPSCo from Panasonic (with Panasonic holding the remaining shares)
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and, as consideration for these shares issued 870,454 of its ordinary shares, valued at approximately $7.5 million, to Panasonic. In addition, in April 2014, Tower decided to cease the operations of its facility in Nishiwaki, Japan in the course of restructuring its activities and business in Japan.
For further information on Tower, see Information Regarding Tower.
Other
In March 2014, HelioFocus received a $1.5 million convertible loan from its parent, a Kenon wholly-owned subsidiary. In June 2014, the convertible loan was converted into additional equity in HelioFocus, thereby increasing our equity interest in HelioFocus from 52% to 53%.
For further information on the recent developments of each of our businesses, see Item 5D. Trend Information.
A. | Operating Results |
Our results of operations for the periods under review are largely impacted by ZIMs results of operations. ZIM generated significant net losses ($530 million and $427 million in 2013 and 2012, respectively), which resulted in Kenons incurring significant net losses in each of the periods under review ($609 million and $440 million in 2013 and 2012, respectively), despite IC Powers generation of net income in each of the periods under review ($81 million and $66 million in 2013 and 2012, respectively).
In connection with the completion of ZIMs restructuring, ICs ownership of ZIM (which will be contributed to Kenon) was reduced from 99.7% to 32% of ZIMs outstanding shares. In future periods, as a result of our reduced equity interest in ZIM, we will no longer consolidate ZIMs results of operations and, instead, will present ZIMs results as share in income (loss) from associates. Our consolidated financial statements will be comprised of the consolidating components of IC Power, Primus and Petrotec, along with the results of associated companies within each of our segments.
Year Ended December 31, 2013 Compared to Year Ended December 31, 2012
Set forth below are our combined carve-out statements of income data for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012:
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$ | (626 | ) | $ | (452 | ) | 38 | % | ||||
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$ | 17 | $ | 12 | 42 | % |
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The following table sets forth summary information regarding our results of operations by our principal business segments for the periods presented:
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$ | 866 | $ | 3,682 | $ | 2 | $ | 257 | $ | 5 | $ | 4,812 | ||||||||||||
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$ | 2,749 | $ | 2,591 | $ | 1,531 | $ | 1,240 | $ | (2,667 | ) | $ | 5,444 | |||||||||||
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2,237 | 3,180 | 1,127 | 751 | (2,263 | ) | 5,032 | |||||||||||||||||
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$ | 247 | 6 | $ | 48 | 7 | $ | (246 | )8 | $ | (29 | )9 | $ | 246 | $ | 266 | ||||||||
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1. | Includes ZIMs consolidated results as a result of ICs previous 99.7% interest in ZIM. In future periods, however, as a result of ICs reduced equity interest in ZIM to 32% in July 2014, we will no longer consolidate ZIMs results of operations and, instead, will present ZIMs results as a share in income (loss) from associates. |
2. | Includes financing income from parent company loans, holding company general and administrative expenses, as well as the results of Primus and Petrotec. |
3. | Adjustments includes the consolidation entries. For the purposes of calculating the percentage of combined assets and the percentage of combined assets excluding associated companies, Adjustments has been combined with Other. |
4. | In the case of ZIM, includes the derecognition of payments on account of vessels of $72 million. |
5. | Excludes investment in associates. |
6. | For a reconciliation of IC Powers net income to its EBITDA, see Item 3A. Selected Financial Data Information on Business Segments IC Power. |
7. | For a reconciliation of ZIMs net income to its EBITDA, see Item 3A. Selected Financial Data Information on Business Segments ZIM. |
8. | For a reconciliation of Qoros income (loss) to its EBITDA, see Item 3A. Selected Financial Data. |
9. | For a reconciliation of our Other reporting segments income (loss) to its EBITDA, see Item 3A. Selected Financial Data. |
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$ | 2,145 | $ | 3,142 | $ | 786 | $ | 1,073 | $ | (1,745 | ) | $ | 5,401 | |||||||||||
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$ | 154 | 6 | $ | 108 | 7 | $ | (111 | )8 | $ | (14 | )9 | $ | 111 | $ | 248 | ||||||||
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2. | Includes financing income from parent company loans, holding company general and administrative expenses, as well as the results of Primus and Petrotec. |
3. | Adjustments includes the consolidation entries. For the purposes of calculating the percentage of combined assets and the percentage of combined assets excluding associated companies, Adjustments has been combined with Other. |
4. | In the case of ZIM, includes the derecognition of payments on account of vessels of $133 million. |
5. | Excludes investment in associates. |
6. | For a reconciliation of IC Powers net income to its EBITDA, see Item 3A. Selected Financial Data Information on Business Segments IC Power. |
7. | For a reconciliation of ZIMs net income to its EBITDA, see Item 3A. Selected Financial Data Information on Business Segments ZIM. |
8. | For a reconciliation of Qoros income (loss) to its EBITDA, see Item 3A. Selected Financial Data. |
9. | For a reconciliation of our Other reporting segments net income to its EBITDA, see Item 3A. Selected Financial Data. |
The following table sets forth summary information regarding the results of operations of our equity-method businesses for the periods presented:
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Revenues
Our revenues increased 1.3% to approximately $4,812 million for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to approximately $4,751 million in revenues for the year ended December 31, 2012. This increase was primarily driven by an increase in our revenues generated by IC Power of $297 million, or 52%, and an increase in $42 million in revenues generated by Petrotec which was largely offset by a decrease in our revenues generated by ZIM of $278 million, or 7%, for the reasons discussed below.
Set forth below is a discussion of revenues by reporting segment.
IC Power
IC Powers consolidated revenues increased 52% to $873 million for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to $576 million for the year ended December 31, 2012. This increase was driven by a 43% increase in Kallpas revenues to $394 million in 2013 from $276 million in 2012 due to a full year of operations of its combined cycle, as compared to 2012, when Kallpas combined cycle only operated for approximately four months. In addition, OPC commenced commercial operation in July 2013, increasing IC Power´s consolidated revenues by $187 million for the year 2013.
Kallpas revenue increased in 2013 principally as a result of a 41% increase in revenue from energy sales and a 36% increase in revenue from capacity sales. Revenues from energy sales increased to $267 million in 2013 from $190 million in 2012 as a result of a 42% increase in energy sales to 6,352 GWh in 2013 from 4,483 GWh in 2012. Revenues from capacity sales increased to $68 million in 2013 from $50 million in 2012 as a result of a 36% increase in capacity sales to an average of 881 MW from an average of 643 MW in 2012, primarily due to a full year of operations subsequent to the conversion and expansion of Kallpas facilities. OPC commenced commercial operation in July 2013. Revenues from energy sales equaled $187 million as a result of energy sales equal to 1,813 GWh in 2013.
ZIM
ZIMs revenues decreased 7% to $3,682 million for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to $3,960 million for the year ended December 31, 2012. This decrease was primarily driven by a $139 million decline in income from containerized cargo due to a 9% decline in average rate per TEU which was partially offset by a 5% increase in volumes. The decline in revenues was also a result of a $67 million decrease as a result of the exit of certain subsidiaries from consolidation with ZIM and a $19 million decrease in charter hire income.
Other (includes Petrotec, Primus and holding company results)
Sales within our other segment increased 20% to $257 million for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to $215 million for the year ended December 31, 2012. This increase was driven by a 7% increase in Petrotecs biodiesel production to 138 thousand tons in 2013 from 129 thousand tons in 2012, and an increase in the market prices of Fame 0 and diesel, the commodities which underpin Petrotecs sales prices.
Cost of Sales
Our cost of sales were $4,385 million for the year ended December 31, 2013, as compared to $4,360 million for the year ended December 31, 2012 virtually unchanged during the period. Expenses related to our cost of sales were primarily driven by a $212 million, or 6%, decrease in ZIMs cost of sales, primarily related to a decline in fuel expenses, and offset by a $198 million, or 50%, increase in IC Powers cost of sales, primarily related to the expansion of its operations as described below, and a $39 million increase in Petrotecs cost of sales.
Set forth below is a discussion of our cost of sales by operating segment.
IC Power
IC Powers costs of sales increased from 2012 to 2013 as a result of increased power generation from 2012 to 2013 resulting from additional capacity of Kallpa and OPC as discussed above. IC Powers cost of sales increased 50% to $594 million for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to $396 million for the year ended December 31, 2012. This increase was primarily driven by:
| a 222% increase in energy and capacity purchases to $158 million in 2013 from $49 million in 2012, primarily as a result of a (i) $66 million increase in energy purchases by OPC, which was itself largely |
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a result of the energy purchases resulting from the diesel oil commissioning tests performed during September 2013; (ii) $25 million increase in energy and capacity purchases by Kallpa, primarily as a result of the increase in capacity sold by Kallpa under its PPAs and the energy purchases necessitated by an unplanned stoppage of one of its turbines in the first half of 2013; and (iii) a $13 million increase in energy purchases by Nejapa, primarily as a result of Nejapas import of lower priced energy (which reduced Nejapas own generation); |
| a 93% increase in transmission costs to $85 million in 2013 from $44 million in 2012, primarily as a result of the $16 million transmission costs incurred by OPC after the beginning of its commercial operation in July 2013 and a $26 million increase in the volumes of energy generated and sold by Kallpa; and |
| a 13% increase in fuel, gas and lubricants to $286 million in 2013 from $253 million in 2012, primarily as a result of a $51 million increase in such costs at OPC as a result of the commencement of its commercial operation in July 2013, which was partially offset by Nejapas $19 million decline in fuel purchase as a result of its importation of lower priced energy, which reduced its own generation activities and, accordingly, its fuel consumption. |
ZIM
ZIMs cost of sales consists of operating expenses and costs of services. ZIMs cost of voyages and related services decreased 6% to $3,554 million for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to $3,766 million for the year ended December 31, 2012. This decrease was primarily driven by:
| a $160 million decline in bunker expenses, which partially reflected a decrease in ZIMs bunker prices; and |
| a decline of $55 million in other operational expenses in connection with ZIMs disposition of its interests in container manufacturing and logistical services companies. |
Other
Cost of sales with our other segment increased 20% to $240 million for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to $201 million for the year ended December 31, 2012. This increase was a result of Petrotecs stronger sales volumes in the year.
Depreciation
Our depreciation expenses relate primarily to IC Power and ZIM.
IC Power
IC Powers depreciation and amortization increased 36% to $75 million in 2013 from $55 million in 2012, primarily as a result of the increase in IC Powers depreciable property, plant and equipment as a result of the commencement of OPCs commercial operation in July 2013 and a full year of operating Kallpas combined cycle plant.
ZIM
ZIMs depreciation decreased 6% to $144 million in 2013 from $154 million in 2012, primarily as a result of sale and lease back transactions with respect to its containers.
Derecognition of Payments on Account of Vessels
For the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, ZIM had derecognized payments on account of vessel construction orders in an amount of $72 million and $133 million, respectively. In an attempt to reduce its outstanding future indebtedness, ZIM cancelled its orders for four and nine newbuild very large container vessels in 2013 and 2012, respectively. It thereby extinguished its liability with respect to the newbuild orders leading to a derecognition of the related payments on account of vessels in each of 2013 and 2012. With the cancellation of the above mentioned newbuild orders, ZIM has no outstanding newbuilding orders.
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Selling, General and Administrative Expenses
Our selling, general and administrative expenses consist of payroll and related expenses, bad/doubtful debts, depreciation and amortization, and other expenses. Our selling, general and administrative expenses increased by $14 million, or 6%, to $235 million for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to approximately $221 million for the year ended December 31, 2012. This increase was primarily driven by an increase in our payroll and related expenses, in particular at IC Power as it continued to grow its operations during the year.
Set forth below is a discussion of our selling, general and administrative expenses by reporting segment.
IC Power
IC Powers administrative expenses increased 12% to approximately $37 million for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to approximately $33 million for the year ended December 31, 2012. This increase was primarily driven by: a 25% increase in payroll and related expenses to $20 million in 2013 from $16 million in 2012, primarily as a result of a $2 million increased profit sharing provision for Kallpas employees, a $0.3 million increase in OPCs salaries and a $0.8 million increased stock option expense. These effects were partially offset by a 40% decline in consultant and other professional services to $3 million in 2013 from $5 million in 2012, primarily as a result of one-time expenses incurred in 2012.
ZIM
ZIMs general and administrative expenses increased 5% to $149 million for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to $142 million for the year ended December 31, 2012. This increase was primarily driven by a $3 million increase in consulting fees and an adverse change in the NIS exchange rate vis-a-vis the U.S. Dollar.
Other Expenses
Our other expenses increased 533% to approximately $38 million for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to approximately $6 million for the year ended December 31, 2012. This increase was primarily driven by a $24 million increase in expenses related to the voluntary early retirement of ZIM employees and the accrual of certain benefits in respect of severance.
Other Income
Other income is comprised primarily from capital gains from sale of investments of ZIM and increased 62% to $84 million for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to $52 million for the year ended December 31, 2012. This increase was primarily driven by a capital gain of $44 million from the sale of investments: mainly a portion of ZIMs interest in a logistics company and the sales of two container manufacturing companies.
Financing Expenses, Net
Our financing expenses, net increased 62% to $377 million for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to $232 million for the year ended December 31, 2012. This increase was primarily driven by an increase in interest expense on loans and bonds at IC Power of $28 million, or 67%, as it expanded its operations during the year, and an increased expense of $83 million related to the net change in fair value of an early debt prepayment option at ZIM. As a result of ZIMs recent and current financial condition, the value of this option was brought to zero at year end December 31, 2013.
Set forth below is a discussion of financing expenses, net for IC Power and ZIM.
IC Power
IC Powers net finance expenses increased 82% to $80 million for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to $44 million for the year ended December 31, 2012. This increase was primarily driven by:
| a 78% increase in interest expense to banks and others to $80 million in 2013 from $45 million in 2012, primarily as a result of (i) the expense recognition of the interest on Kallpas syndicated loan agreement and bond following the commencement of operations of Kallpas combined cycle plant in 2012, which increased Kallpas interest expense to $30 million in 2013 as compared to $19 million in 2012 (interest on these loans was capitalized prior to the completion of this project); (ii) the expense |
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recognition of the interest on OPCs debt following the commencement of operations of OPCs combined cycle plant in July 2013, which increased OPCs interest expense to $16 million in 2013 as compared to $120 thousand in 2012 (interest expense was capitalized prior to the beginning of OPCs commercial operation); (iii) the expense recognition of the interest on capital notes from IC related to OPC, which increased the interest expense in loans and capital notes from IC to $12 million in 2013 as compared to $7 million in 2012 (interest expense was capitalized prior to the beginning of OPCs commercial operation). This interest expense (as well as interest expense on IC Powers loan owed to its parent) is eliminated in Kenons consolidated statement of income through the Adjustments column noted above; and (iv) an increase in Inkias interest expense to $12 million in 2013 from $9 million in 2012, which was primarily the result of interest expense related to Inkias $150 million senior note offering completed in September 2013; and |
| a $6 million increase in exchange rate losses to $4 million in 2013 as compared to $2 million exchange rate gains in 2012, primarily as a result of the depreciation of the Peruvian Nuevos Soles against the U.S. Dollar during 2013. |
The effects of these factors were partially offset by a $6 million increase in gains from the net change in fair value of derivative instruments, to a $3 million gain in 2013 as compared to a $3 million loss in 2012, primarily as a result of the increase in the LIBOR rate during 2013 compared to 2012.
ZIM
ZIMs net finance expenses increased 54% to $327 million for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to $212 million for the year ended December 31, 2012, primarily as a result of changes in the fair value of its derivatives. ZIM was granted an early repayment of debentures option in connection with the 2009 restructuring of its debt. In 2013, ZIM recorded a $107 million loss as a result of a decline of the fair value of this option to zero. In 2012, the change in the fair value of this derivative amount to a loss of $13 million.
Share In Income (Losses) of Associated Companies, Net of Tax
Our share in income (losses) of associated companies, net of tax increased 172% to approximately ($117) million for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to approximately ($43) million for the year ended December 31, 2012. Set forth below is a discussion of income/loss for our material associated companies.
Qoros
Our share in Qoros comprehensive loss increased to approximately $117 million for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to losses of approximately $59 million for the year ended December 31, 2012. The increased loss was driven by an increase in expenses as a result of the commencement of Qoros commercial production. Consistent with our 50% equity interest in Qoros, we recognize 50% of the net loss that was recorded by Qoros on a standalone basis. Set forth below is a description of Qoros standalone results of operations.
This increase was primarily driven by:
| an increase in Qoros research and development expenses of 19% to RMB408 million (approximately $66 million) for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to RMB342 million (approximately $56 million) for the year ended December 31, 2012; |
| an increase in Qoros selling and distribution expenses to RMB270 million (approximately $44 million) for the year ended December 31, 2013, after incurring no such selling and distribution expenses for the year ended December 31, 2012; |
| an increase in Qoros administration expenses of 154% to RMB865 million (approximately $141 million) for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to RMB341 million (approximately $55 million) for the year ended December 31, 2012; and |
| an increase in Qoros net finance (cost)/income to RMB(11) million (approximately $(2) million) for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to RMB38 million (approximately $6 million) for the year ended December 31, 2012; and was partially offset by an increase in Qoros other income of 46% to RMB19 million (approximately $3 million) for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to RMB13 million (approximately $2 million) for the year ended December 31, 2012, as a result of government subsidies received by Qoros. |
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As a result, Qoros reported a consolidated loss of RMB1.6 billion (approximately $255 million) for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to RMB635 million (approximately $103 million) for the year ended December 31, 2012.
Tower
Our share in Towers comprehensive loss increased 41% to approximately $(31) million for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to approximately $(22) million in share in Towers comprehensive loss for the year ended December 31, 2012. A portion of Towers loss in 2013 ($6 million) was not reflected in our share in income (loss) from associates, since the cumulative losses incurred in our investment in Tower exceeded the value of our investment, and the book value of an equity method investee cannot go below zero.
HelioFocus
Our share in HelioFocus comprehensive loss increased 33% to approximately $4 million for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to approximately $3 million in share in HelioFocus comprehensive loss for the year ended December 31, 2012.
IC Power
IC Powers share in profits in associates decreased 4% to $32 million for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to $33 million for the year ended December 31, 2012. This decrease was primarily driven by the decline in the results of Edegel to $30 million in 2013 from $31 million in 2012 as a result of certain exchange rate adjustments.
ZIM
ZIM maintains an equity interest in agencies, certain logistical companies, and other shipping-related entities. ZIMs share of profit of associates (net of income tax) increased 11% to approximately $10 million for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to $9 million for the year ended December 31, 2012.
Tax Expenses
Our tax expenses increased 58% to approximately $63 million for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to approximately $40 million for the year ended December 31, 2012. This increase was primarily driven by an increase in IC Powers current taxes on income in the current year as a result of a 40% increase in IC Powers income before taxes.
Loss For the Year
As a result of the above, our loss for the year from continuing operations increased to approximately $(609) million for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to $(440) million for the year ended December 31, 2012.
B. | Liquidity and Capital Resources |
Kenons Liquidity and Capital Resources
We are a newly-incorporated holding company and, as such, references in this discussion to our historical sources and uses of cash refer to the historical sources and uses of cash for the carve-out businesses when they were consolidated in the results of IC during the periods under review.
In connection with the spin-off, we will receive funds of $ million from IC, in the form of a debt and/or equity contribution. Upon the consummation of the spin-off, we will operate as an independent company and will rely on cash flows received from our operating activities, generally in the form of distributions received from our businesses or payments received in connection with a monetization of our equity interests in any of our businesses, to provide our liquidity.
Other than the loan we will receive from IC in connection with the spin-off and the RMB25 million (approximately $4 million) capital contribution we have committed to provide to Qoros, we have no outstanding indebtedness or financial obligations and are not party to any credit facilities or other committed sources of
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external financing. Other than expenses related to our day-to-day operations, our principal needs for liquidity are expected to be expenditures related to investments in our businesses. Our businesses are at various stages of development, ranging from early stage development companies to established, cash generating businesses, and some of these businesses will require significant financing, via equity contributions or debt facilities, to further their development, execute their current business development plans, and become or remain fully-funded.
We intend to adhere to our capital allocation principles which, as set forth above, seek to limit cross-allocation of funds and capital contributions to our businesses, via debt or equity financings or the provisions of guarantees. Additionally, our capital allocation principles provide that we will not contribute additional debt or equity financing to ZIM upon the consummation of its financial restructuring. Notwithstanding the aforementioned, we may, in furtherance of the development of our businesses, and other than with respect to ZIM, make further investments, via debt or equity financings, in our remaining businesses.
For a description of our capital allocation principles, see Item 4B. Business Overview Our Strategy. For further information on the risks related to the significant capital requirements of our businesses, see Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Related to Our Diversified Strategy and Operations Some of our businesses have significant capital requirements. If these businesses are unable to obtain sufficient financing from third party financing sources, they may not be able to operate, and we may deem it necessary to provide such capital, provide a guaranty or indemnity in connection with any financings, and/or provide collateral in connection with any financings, including via the cross-collateralization of assets across businesses all of which may materially impact our operations. For a discussion of our outstanding commitments and obligations, see Kenons Commitments and Obligations. For a discussion of the capital requirements of each of our businesses, see below.
Consolidated Cash Flow Statement
Cash and cash equivalents increased 62% to approximately $671 million for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to approximately $414 million in cash and cash equivalents for the year ended December 31, 2012. The following table sets forth our cash flows from our operating, investing and financing activities for the years ended December 31, 2012, and 2013:
Year Ended December 31, | ||||||||
2013 | 2012 | |||||||
(in millions of USD) | ||||||||
Cash flows provided by (used in) operating activities |
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IC Power |
264 | 114 | ||||||
ZIM |
13 | 94 | ||||||
Adjustments and Other |
(19 | ) | (38 | ) | ||||
Total |
257 | 169 | ||||||
Cash flows provided by (used in) investing activities |
(278 | ) | (318 | ) | ||||
Cash flows provided by (used in) financing activities |
282 | 119 | ||||||
Net change in cash in period |
261 | (30 | ) | |||||
Cash opening balance |
411 | 438 | ||||||
Effect of exchange rate fluctuations on balances of cash and cash equivalents |
(1 | ) | 3 | |||||
Cash closing balance |
671 | 411 |
Consolidated Cash Flows Provided by Operating Activities
Cash flows provided by our operating activities, which includes income received as dividends from associated companies, are a significant source of liquidity for our subsidiaries and increased 52% to approximately $257 million for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to approximately $169 million for the year ended December 31, 2012. This increase was primarily driven by IC Power, whose operating cash flows increased by 131% as a result of increased sales of capacity and energy under its PPAs due to the full year of operations of its Kallpa combined cycle in 2013, the commencement of OPCs operations and an increase in dividends received from associates to $31 million in 2013 from $17 million in 2012. This increase was partially offset by a $81 million decrease in ZIMs operating cash flows as a result of an increased loss for the year of $103 million, which was partially offset by the receipt of $15 million in dividends from associated companies. As our businesses and associated companies are legally distinct from us and will generally be required to service their debt obligations before making distributions to us, our ability to access such cash flow from our businesses may be limited in some circumstances. For further information on the risks related to such limitations, see Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Related to Our Diversity Strategy and Operations We are a holding company and are dependent upon cash flows from our businesses to meet our existing and future obligations.
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Consolidated Cash Flows Used in Investing Activities
Cash flows used in our investing activities, which includes our investments in our associated companies, decreased 13% to approximately $(278) million for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to approximately $(318) million for the year ended December 31, 2012. This decrease was primarily driven by an increase in cash provided by investing activities at ZIM.
Consolidated Cash Flows Provided by Financing Activities
Cash flows provided by the financing activities of our businesses are a significant source of liquidity for their operations and increased 137% to approximately $282 million for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to approximately $119 million for the year ended December 31, 2012. This increase was primarily driven by an increase in cash flows provided by financing activities at IC Power which was offset, in part, by an increase in cash flows used in financing activities at ZIM.
Kenons Commitments and Obligations
Other than the loan we will receive from IC in connection with the spin-off and the capital contributions we have committed to provide to Qoros RMB25 million (approximately $4 million), we have no outstanding indebtedness or financial obligations and are not party to any credit facilities or other committed sources of external financing.
IC Capital Contribution
In connection with the consummation of the spin-off, IC will contribute cash to Kenon equal to approximately $ million. Of this amount, $ million will be contributed to us as equity, and $ million will be advanced to us in the form of a ten-year loan bearing interest at a rate of % per annum. During the first five years of the loan, interest will be capitalized as payments-in-kind and added to the outstanding amount of the loan. Subsequently, and during the remaining term of the loan, interest will be payable in cash. Additionally, the term loan will prohibit Kenon from (i) selling or distributing shares in IC Power if the value of Kenons remaining holdings, at the time of such sale or distribution is less than two times the outstanding amount of the loan, including accrued interest, and (ii) pledging more than 50% of its equity interest in IC Power. Additionally, Kenon has agreed to reimburse IC for any payments made in respect of ICs back-to-back guarantee of Cherys direct guarantee of certain of Qoros indebtedness as well as ICs back-to-back guarantee of Cherys obligations in respect of the Changshu Ports direct guarantee as follows: if IC makes a payment in respect of these back-to-back guarantees, and is unable to collect such payment from Qoros within 90 days after such payment, then the amount of such payment will be added to the outstanding principal amount of the term loan from IC to Kenon. Kenon may voluntarily repay the outstanding principal amount of the term loan at any time without premium or penalty.
Immediately prior to the consummation of the spin-off, Kenon may choose to convert a portion of the term loan into a credit facility. In connection with ICs establishment of such credit facility, Kenon will pay IC a commitment fee equal to % of the aggregate principal amount of the credit facility, which will be capitalized as a payment-in-kind and added to the outstanding amount of the term loan.
For information on the risks related to Kenons ability to repay, or maintain compliance with, the term loan from IC, see Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Related to Our Diversified Strategy and Operations Kenon will have obligations owing to IC, which could be substantial.
Qoros Capital Commitment
Each of IC and Chery has committed to provide Qoros with RMB3.74 billion (approximately $600 million) of capital contributions. As of March 31, 2014, each of IC and Chery had contributed RMB3.2 billion (approximately $516 million) of capital, representing approximately 86% of their individual committed capital contribution, and was obligated to contribute RMB525 million (approximately $85 million) to Qoros. In June 2014, IC contributed an additional RMB500 million (approximately $81 million) to Qoros via a shareholder loan. IC expects such loan to convert into equity upon the satisfaction of certain conditions, including the approval of the relevant Chinese authority. Chery made a loan to Qoros on the same terms, and its loan is therefore subject to the same conversion conditions as ICs capital contribution. Accordingly, ICs ownership percentage in Qoros (which will be contributed to us in the spin-off) will remain at 50% after the conversion of ICs recent capital contribution into equity. We expect to contribute our remaining RMB25 million (approximately $4 million) of capital to Qoros by the first half of 2015.
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Debt Owed to Kenon from Subsidiaries
Prior to the spin-off, some of our businesses have borrowed funds from, or issued capital notes to, IC. These loans and capital notes are described below and, to the extent such loans and capital notes remain outstanding after the consummation of the spin-off, ICs interest in these loans will be transferred to Kenon.
IC Power Loans
In June 2007, Inkia borrowed $200 million from IC to finance its acquisition of certain power generation assets in Latin America from Globeleq. In July 2008, Inkia repaid $88 million of this loan. The loan bore interest at a rate of LIBOR plus 2% per annum, such interest accruing quarterly, and had no specified maturity. In September 2010, Inkia borrowed an additional $50 million from IC to finance a portion of the purchase price of its acquisition of all of the outstanding shares of Southern Cone it did not already own. This loan bore interest at a rate of 8% per annum, such interest accruing quarterly, and had no specified maturity. As of December 31, 2013, the outstanding balance of these loans together, including accrued interest, was $165 million. In May 2014, IC Power paid in full the outstanding balance of these loans, amounting to $168 million, including accrued interest through May 2014.
IC Power Capital Note
Over the course of 2010 and 2011, during the construction period of OPC, IC Power issued an NIS denominated capital note for 5 years to IC, bearing no interest and not linked to the CPI. As of December 31, 2013 the outstanding balance of the capital note was NIS 264 million (approximately $78 million). In June 2014, IC Power paid in full the outstanding balance of the capital note, amounting to $95 million, which represents the capital notes nominal value. The difference between the capital notes nominal value (approximately $95 million) and book value (approximately $82 million) was recorded as a finance expense.
Quantum Capital Notes
Quantum issued a series of capital notes to IC in connection with each of ICs equity contributions to Qoros. The capital notes bear no interest and are not linked to the CPI. As of December 31, 2013, the outstanding balance of these capital notes was $471 million.
Other Capital Notes and Loans
In 2012, the wholly-owned holding company of our renewable energy businesses issued a five-year NIS 42 million capital note (approximately $12 million) to IC. These capital notes bear no interest and are not linked to the CPI. As of December 31, 2013, the outstanding balance of the capital notes issued was NIS 440 million (approximately $138 million).
Additionally, this holding company also borrowed 18 million Euro (approximately $24 million) from IC in 2012. The loan bore interest at a rate of 10% per annum. As of December 31, 2013, the outstanding balance of this loan was 21 million Euro (approximately $29 million).
The following discussion sets forth the liquidity and capital resources of each of our businesses.
IC Powers Liquidity and Capital Resources
As of December 31, 2013 and March 31, 2014, IC Power had cash and cash equivalents of $517 million and $615 million, respectively.
IC Powers principal sources of liquidity have traditionally consisted of cash flows from operating activities, including dividends received from entities in which it owns non-controlling interests; short-term and long-term borrowings; and sales of bonds in domestic and international capital markets.
IC Powers principal needs for liquidity generally consist of capital expenditures related to the development and construction of generation projects and the acquisition of other generation companies; working capital requirements (e.g., maintenance costs that extend the useful life of its plants); and dividends on its shares. As part of IC Powers growth strategy, it expects to develop, construct and operate greenfield development projects in the markets that it serves as well as acquire controlling interests in operating assets within and outside Latin America. IC Powers development of greenfield development projects and its acquisition activities in the future may require it to make significant capital expenditures and/or raise significant capital.
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Currently, IC Power is developing the following generation assets:
| CDA, a run-of-the-river hydroelectric plant on the Mantaro River in central Peru, representing an expected 510 MW of capacity at an estimated cost of $910 million, including a $50 million budget for contingencies. This project is financed by a $591 million syndicated credit facility (for 65% of the estimated project cost) which was entered into in 2012 and equity contributions (for the remaining 35% of the project cost), which contributions have been made. As of March 31, 2014, CDA has invested $404 million into the development of the CDA Project and has drawn $260 million under its Project Finance Facility. |
| Samay I, an open cycle diesel and natural gas (dual-fired) thermoelectric plant in Mollendo, Arequipa (southern Peru), representing an expected 600 MW of capacity at an approximate cost of $380 million, excluding any related to cost overruns. This project is expected to be funded 20% by equity and 80% by debt financing. IC Power is in the process of seeking debt financing for this project. As of March 31, 2014, Samay I has invested $26 million into the development of the facility; and |
| Estrella del Norte heavy fuel oil power barge, representing an expected 37 MW of capacity at an approximate cost of $15 million. The capital required for this project was sourced from CEPPs cash flows from operations. |
IC Power anticipates that it will be required to spend approximately $304 million to meet its budgeted capital expenditures in 2014, and approximately $365 million to meet its budgeted capital expenditures in 2015, consisting of its obligations under EPC contracts. IC Power expects that it will meet these cash requirements through a combination of cash generated from operating activities and cash generated by financing activities, including drawing down, or receiving disbursements from, its financing agreements for the construction of the CDA project, future financing of the Samay I project, new debt financings, as appropriate, and the refinancing of any existing indebtedness as it becomes due.
IC Powers cash and cash equivalents increased 181% to $517 million for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to $184 million in cash and cash equivalents for the year ended December 31, 2012. The following table sets forth IC Powers cash flows from its operating, investing and financing activities for the years ended December 31, 2012 and 2013:
Year Ended December 31, | ||||||||
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(in millions of USD) | ||||||||
Cash flows provided by operating activities |
$ | 264 | $ | 114 | ||||
Cash flows used in investing activities |
(254 | ) | (291 | ) | ||||
Cash flows provided by financing activities |
324 | 137 | ||||||
Net change in cash in period |
334 | (40 | ) | |||||
Cash opening balance |
184 | 221 | ||||||
Effect of exchange rate on the cash |
(1 | ) | 3 | |||||
Cash closing balance |
517 | 184 |
IC Powers Cash Flows Provided by Operating Activities
Cash flows provided by IC Powers operating activities are IC Powers primary source of liquidity and increased 131% to approximately $264 million for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to approximately $114 million for the year ended December 31, 2012. This increase was primarily driven by: (i) a 47% increase in collections from customers to $811 million in 2013 from $552 million in 2012, principally as a result of IC Powers increased sales of capacity and energy under its PPAs due to the full year of operations of its Kallpa combined cycle in 2013 and as a result of the commencement of OPCs operations and (ii) an 82% increase in dividends received from associates to $31 million in 2013 from $17 million in 2012, primarily due to Edegels operating performance, which resulted in an $11 million increase in dividends paid from Edegel from $15 million 2012 to $26 million in 2013. These effects were partially offset by a 30% increase in payments to suppliers and third parties to $527 million in 2013 from $404 million in 2012 as a result of IC Powers increased production of energy.
IC Powers Cash Flows Used in Investing Activities
Cash outflows used in IC Powers investing activities decreased by 13% to approximately $254 million for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to approximately $291 million for the year ended December 31, 2012.
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During 2013, investing activities for which IC Power used cash primarily consisted of acquisitions of property, plant and equipment of $288 million, of which $196 million was used in connection with the construction of the CDA project, $56 million was used to complete the construction of OPCs combined cycle, and $28 million was used to complete the acquisition of Colmito. The effects of these capital expenditures were partially offset by the maturity of $74 million in time deposits.
During 2012, investing activities for which IC Power used cash primarily consisted of acquisitions of property, plant and equipment of $357 million, of which $180 million was used in connection with the construction of the CDA project, $121 million was used in connection with the construction of OPCs combined cycle project, and $46 million was used in the conversion of Kallpas plant to combined-cycle operations. The effects of these capital expenditures were partially offset by the maturity of $93 million time deposits.
IC Powers Cash Flows Provided by Financing Activities
Net cash inflows provided by IC Powers financing activities increased 136% to $324 million for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to approximately $137 million for the year ended December 31, 2012.
Net cash inflows in 2013 included proceeds from the following borrowing arrangements: $143 million under CDAs credit facility, $163 million from the issuance of the Inkia bonds, $125 million from Inkias Credit Suisse facility and $17 million borrowed under OPCs credit facility. Net cash flow in 2013 also included $28 million from the investment of Energía del Pacífico in CDA. Net cash inflows in 2012 included proceeds from the following borrowing arrangements: $135 million under OPCs credit facility, $53 million under Kallpas syndicated loan, and $13 million from the issuance of bonds by COBEE. Net cash flows in 2012 also included $48 million from the investment of Energía del Pacífico in CDA. Net cash flows from financing activities in 2013 and 2012 included cash outflows for debt service.
IC Powers Material Indebtedness
As of December 31, 2013, IC Powers total outstanding consolidated indebtedness, excluding debt owed to its shareholders and related parties, was $1,669 million, consisting of $244 million of short-term indebtedness, including the current portion of long-term indebtedness, and $1,425 million of long-term indebtedness. IC Power had outstanding loans and notes owed to its shareholders of approximately $243 million as of December 31, 2013, including approximately $165 million of loans and $78 million of capital notes, each of which are eliminated in Kenons consolidated statement of financial position.
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The following table sets forth selected information regarding IC Powers principal outstanding short-term and long-term debt, as of December 31, 2013:
Outstanding Amount as of December 31, 2013 |
Interest Rate | Final maturity | ||||||
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Inkia: |
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Inkia notes |
447.0 | 8.375% | April 2021 | |||||
Credit Suisse facility1 |
122.1 | LIBOR + 4.00% | December 2014 | |||||
OPC: |
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Lenders consortium2 |
468.1 | 3 | 4.85% -5.36% | July 2030 | ||||
Cerro del Águila: |
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Tranche A |
62.8 | LIBOR + 4.25% | August 2024 | |||||
Tranche B |
33.8 | LIBOR + 4.25% | August 2024 | |||||
Tranche 1D |
7.8 | LIBOR + 4.25% | August 2024 | |||||
Tranche 2D |
4.2 | LIBOR + 2.75% | August 2024 | |||||
Kallpa: |
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Kallpa I lease |
19.5 | LIBOR + 3.00% | March 2016 | |||||
Kallpa II lease |
41.5 | 6.55% | December 2017 | |||||
Kallpa III lease |
52.0 | 7.57% | July 2018 | |||||
Kallpa bonds |
166.1 | 8.50% | May 2022 | |||||
Kallpa syndicated loan |
86.3 | LIBOR + 5.75% | October 2019 | |||||
COBEE: |
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COBEE II bonds |
13.6 | 9.40% | September 2015 | |||||
COBEE III bonds4 |
28.0 | 5 | Various | Various | ||||
COBEE Loan |
0.6 | Various | 2014 | |||||
CEPP: |
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CEPP bonds |
15.0 | 7.75% | June 2014 | |||||
Central Cardones: |
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BCI: |
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Tranche 1 |
20.4 | LIBOR + 1.90% | August 2021 | |||||
Tranche 2 |
12.5 | LIBOR + 2.75% | February 2017 | |||||
Banco Itau: |
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Tranche 1 |
11.4 | LIBOR + 1.90% | August 2021 | |||||
Tranche 2 |
6.9 | LIBOR + 2.75% | February 2017 | |||||
Debt Owed to Minority Shareholder |
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Dalkia Israel Ltd. Loan |
19.0 | | 2016 | |||||
Short Term Loans from Banks |
30.5 | Various | 2014 | |||||
Total |
1,669.1 | |||||||
Debt owed to Parent Company |
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2007 Loan6 |
99.4 | LIBOR + 2.00% | | |||||
2010 Loan6 |
65.2 | 8.00% | | |||||
Capital Note |
77.6 | 2017 | ||||||
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1. | To be repaid in connection with the consummation of the sale of Edegel. |
2. | The consortium includes Bank Leumi and institutional entities from the following groups: Clal Insurance Company Ltd.; Amitim Senior Pension Funds; Phoenix Insurance Company Ltd.; and Harel Insurance Company Ltd. |
3. | Represent NIS 1,625 million converted into U.S. Dollars at the exchange rate for Israeli Shekels into U.S. Dollars of NIS 3.471 to $1.00. All Debt has been issued in Israeli currency (NIS) linked to CPI. |
4. | Represents $4.0 million of 5.00% notes due 2014, $3.5 million of 6.50% notes due 2017, $5.0 million of 6.75% notes due 2017, Bs.44.2 million ($6.3 million) of 9.00% notes due 2020, and Bs.42.9 million ($6.2 million) of 7.00% notes due 2022. |
5. | Includes Bs.44.2 million ($6.3 million), the aggregate principal amount outstanding of COBEEs 9.00% notes due 2020 as of December 31, 2013, and Bs.42.9 million ($6.2 million), the aggregate principal amount outstanding of COBEEs 7.00% notes due 2022, in each case converted into U.S. Dollars at the exchange rate for Bolivianos into U.S. Dollars of Bs.6.96 to $1.00 as reported by the Bolivian Central Bank on December 31, 2013. Excludes premium of $3.0 million. |
6. | Loan was repaid in May 2014 and is no longer outstanding. |
Some of the debt instruments to which IC Powers operating companies are party require that Inkia, Kallpa, COBEE, CEPP and Southern Cone comply with financial covenants, semi-annually or quarterly. Under each of these debt instruments, the creditor has the right to accelerate the debt if, at the end of any applicable period the applicable entity is not in compliance with the defined financial covenants ratios.
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The instruments governing a substantial portion of the indebtedness of IC Powers operating companies contain clauses that would prohibit these companies from paying dividends or making other distributions in the event that the relevant entity was in default on its obligations under the relevant instrument.
As of December 31, 2013, substantially all of the assets of Kallpa, other than the Kallpa I, Kallpa II and Kallpa III turbines, which are leased to Inkia, are mortgaged or pledged as security for the financing agreements to which Kallpa is a party.
IC Power has entered into hedging arrangements with respect to a portion of its long term debt, swapping variable interest for fixed rate interest.
Inkia Bonds
In April 2011, Inkia issued and sold $300 million aggregate principal amount of its 8.375% Senior Notes due 2021, which are listed on the Global Exchange Market of the Irish Stock Exchange. Interest on these notes is payable semi-annually in arrears in April and October of each year and these notes mature in April 2021. Inkia used the net proceeds of the sale of these notes to finance a portion of its equity contributions to CDA, to repurchase all of its secured indebtedness, and for working capital and general corporate purposes.
In September 2013, Inkia issued and sold $150 million aggregate principal amount of its 8.375% Senior Notes due 2021. Interest on these notes is payable semi-annually in arrears in April and October of each year and these notes mature in April 2021. Inkia used the net proceeds of the sale of these notes to funds its development pipeline of power projects, both through greenfield projects and acquisitions, and for working capital and general corporate purposes.
The consummation of the spin-off will constitute a change of control under Inkias bonds, which, subject to additional conditions, may require IC Power to offer to repurchase all of the outstanding bonds ($450 million principal amount), at a purchase price of 101% of the principal amount, plus accrued interest. For further information on the risks related to the change of control provisions relating to Inkias bonds, see Risks Related to the Spin-Off Some of our businesses, or associated companies, may deem it necessary to secure consents from creditors, or other parties, in connection with the consummation of the spin-off.
Credit Suisse Facility
On December 20, 2013, Inkia, together with certain of its subsidiaries, executed a one-year secured credit agreement with Credit Suisse AG in an aggregate principal amount of $125 million. The loan under this facility bears interest on a quarterly basis at LIBOR plus a margin of 4% per annum and is secured with the shares of certain of IC Powers subsidiaries: Latin America Holding I, Ltd., Latin America Holding II, Ltd. and Southern Cone Power Ltd. As of December 31, 2013, the outstanding balance under this facility was $125 million ($122 million net of transaction costs). This facility will be repaid in connection with the consummation of the sale of Edegel.
OPC Financing Agreement
In January 2011, OPC entered into a financing agreement with a consortium of lenders led by Bank Leumi LIsrael Ltd. for the financing of its power plant project. As part of the financing agreement, the lenders committed to provide OPC a long-term credit facility (including a facility for variances in the construction costs), a working capital facility, and a facility for financing the debt service, in the overall amount of approximately NIS 1,800 million (approximately $519 million). As part of the financing agreement, certain restrictions were provided with respect to distributions of dividends and repayments of shareholders loans, commencing from the third year after the completion of OPCs power plant. The loans are CPI linked and is repaid on a quarterly basis beginning in the fourth quarter of 2013 until 2030. The consummation of the spin-off may constitute a change of control under OPCs financing agreement, and, subject to additional conditions, may result in an event of default. For further information on the risks related to the change of control provisions relating to OPCs financing agreement, see Risks Related to the Spin-Off Some of our businesses, or associated companies, may deem it necessary to secure consents from creditors, or other parties, in connection with the consummation of the spin-off.
CDA Project Finance Facility
In August 2012, CDA, as borrower, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, as administrative agent, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, as SACE agent, the Bank of Nova Scotia, as Offshore Collateral Agent,
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Scotiabank Peru, S.A.A., as onshore collateral agent, and certain financial institutions, as lenders, entered into a senior secured syndicated credit facility for an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $591 million to finance the construction of CDAs project. Loans under this facility will be disbursed in three tranches.
Tranche A loans under this facility, in an aggregate principal amount of up to $342 million, will initially bear interest at the rate of LIBOR plus 4.25% per annum, increasing over time beginning on the date after the interest payment date occurring after August 17, 2017 to LIBOR plus 5.50% per annum from the date after the interest payment date occurring after August 17, 2023 through maturity. Principal of the Tranche A loans will be payable in 33 quarterly installments commencing on the first quarterly payment date occurring after the project acceptance by CDA. Tranche A loans will be guaranteed by Corporación Financiera de Desarollo S.A., or COFIDE.
Tranche B loans under this facility, in an aggregate principal amount of up to $184 million, will initially bear interest at the rate of LIBOR plus 4.25% per annum, increasing over time beginning on the date after the interest payment date occurring after August 17, 2017 to LIBOR plus 6.25% per annum from the date after the interest payment date occurring after August 17, 2023 through maturity. Principal of the Tranche B loans will be payable on August 17, 2024. Tranche B loans will be will be guaranteed by COFIDE.
Tranche D loans under this facility, in an aggregate principal amount of up to $65 million, will initially bear interest at the rate of LIBOR plus 2.75% per annum, increasing over time beginning on the date after the interest payment date occurring after August 17, 2017 to LIBOR plus 3.60% per annum from the date after the interest payment date occurring after August 17, 2023 through maturity. Principal of the Tranche D loans will be payable in 45 quarterly installments commencing on the first quarterly payment date occurring after the project acceptance by CDA. Tranche D loans will be secured by a credit insurance policy provided by SACE S.p.A. Servizi Assicurativi del Commercio Estero, or SACE.
All loans under this facility will be secured by:
| pledges of CDAs movable assets and offshore and onshore collateral accounts; |
| a pledge of 100% of the equity interests in CDA; |
| mortgages of the CDA plant and CDAs generation and transmission concessions; |
| a collateral assignment of insurances and reinsurances in respect of the CDA project; and |
| a conditional assignment of CDAs rights under certain contracts, including the CDA EPC Contract and CDAs power purchase agreements. |
The consummation of the spin-off may constitute a change of control under CDAs project finance facility, and, subject to additional conditions, may result in an event of default. For further information on the risks related to the change of control provisions relating to CDAs project finance facility, see Risks Related to the Spin-Off Some of our businesses, or associated companies, may deem it necessary to secure consents from creditors, or other parties, in connection with the consummation of the spin-off.
Kallpa Leases
In March 2006, Kallpa entered into capital lease agreements with Citibank del Peru S.A., Citileasing S.A. and Banco de Crédito del Peru under which the lessors provided financing for the construction of the Kallpa I facility in an aggregate amount of $56 million. Under these lease agreements, Kallpa will make monthly payments to the lessors through the expiration of these leases in March 2016. Upon expiration of these leases, Kallpa has an option to purchase the property related to Kallpa I for a nominal cost. These leases are secured by substantially all of the assets of Kallpa, including Kallpas revenues under its PPAs.
In December 2007, Kallpa entered into a capital lease agreement with Banco de Crédito del Peru under which the lessor provided $82 million for the construction of the Kallpa II turbine. Under this lease agreement, Kallpa will make aggregate monthly payments to the lessors through the expiration of this lease in December 2017. Upon expiration of this lease, Kallpa has an option to purchase the property related to Kallpa II for a nominal cost. This lease is secured by substantially all of the assets of Kallpa, including Kallpas revenues under its PPAs.
In October 2008, Kallpa entered into a capital lease agreement with Scotiabank Peru under which the lessor provided financing for the construction of the Kallpa III turbine in an aggregate amount of $88 million. Under
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this lease agreement, Kallpa will make monthly payments to the lessors through the expiration of this lease in July 2018. Upon expiration of this lease, Kallpa has an option to purchase the property related to Kallpa III for a nominal cost. This lease is secured by substantially all of the assets of Kallpa, including Kallpas revenues under its PPAs.
Kallpa Bonds
In November 2009, Kallpa issued $172 million aggregate principal amount of its 8.50% Bonds due 2022. Holders of these bonds are required to make subscription payments under a defined payment schedule during the 21 months following the date of issue. Kallpa received proceeds of these bonds in the aggregate amount of $19 million, $36 million and $117 million in 2009, 2010 and 2011, respectively. The proceeds of these bonds were used for capital expenditures related to Kallpas conversion of its open-cycle turbines to a combined-cycle plant. Interest on these bonds is payable quarterly. Principal amortization payments under these bonds in amounts varying between 0.25% and 5.00% of the outstanding principal amount of these bonds commenced in May 2013 and will continue until maturity in May 2022. These bonds are secured by Kallpas combined-cycle plant and substantially all of Kallpas other assets, including Kallpas revenues under its PPAs.
Kallpa Syndicated Loan
In November 2009, Kallpa entered into a secured credit agreement with The Bank of Nova Scotia and Banco de Crédito del Peru in the aggregate amount of $105 million to finance capital expenditures related to Kallpas combined-cycle plant. The loans under this credit agreement are secured by Kallpas combined-cycle plant and substantially all of Kallpas other assets, including Kallpas revenues under its PPAs. The loans under this credit agreement bear interest payable monthly in arrears at a rate of LIBOR plus a margin of 5.50% per annum through November 2012, 5.75% per annum from November 2012 through November 2015 and 6.00% from November 2015 through maturity in October 2019. Scheduled amortizations of principal are payable monthly commencing in February 2013 through maturity in October 2019.
COBEE Bonds
In October 2008, COBEE issued and sold $20 million aggregate principal amount of its 9.40% Notes due 2015. COBEE used the proceeds of this offering to refinance existing debt and for capital expenditures. Interest on these bonds is payable semi-annually. Principal on these notes is payable in three equal annual installments commencing in September 2013.
In February 2010, COBEE approved a program bond under which COBEE is permitted to offer bonds in aggregate principal amount of up to $40 million in multiple series. In March 2010, COBEE issued and sold three series of notes in the aggregate principal amount of $14 million. The aggregate gross proceeds of these notes, which were issued at a premium, were $17 million. COBEE will amortize the premium of these notes over the respective terms of these notes, reducing the interest expense related to these notes. The Series A Notes, in the aggregate principal amount of $4 million pay interest semi-annually at the rate of 5.00% per annum through maturity in February 2014. Principal on these notes is payable at maturity. The Series B Notes, in the aggregate principal amount of $4 million, pay interest semi-annually at the rate of 6.50% per annum through maturity in February 2017. Principal on these notes will be paid in two equal annual installments commencing in February 2016. The Series C Notes, in the principal amount of Bs.44.2 million ($6 million), pay interest semi-annually at the rate of 9.00% per annum through maturity in January 2020. Principal on these notes will be paid in four equal annual installments commencing in February 2017.
In April 2012, COBEE issued and sold two additional series of notes in the aggregate principal amount of $11 million. The aggregate gross proceeds of these notes, which were issued at a premium, were $13 million. IC Power will amortize the premium of these notes over the respective terms of these notes, reducing the interest expense related to these notes. The first series of these notes, in the aggregate principal amount of $5 million pays interest semi-annually at the rate of 6.75% per annum through maturity in April 2017. Principal on these notes is payable at maturity. The second series of these notes, in the aggregate principal amount of Bs.43 million ($6 million), pays interest semi-annually at the rate of 7% per annum through maturity in February 2022.
CEPP Bonds
In December 2010, CEPP approved a program bond offering under which CEPP is permitted to offer bonds in aggregate principal amount of up to $25 million in multiple series. In 2011 and 2010, CEPP issued and sold
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$20 million and $5 million of its 7.75% Bonds due 2013. CEPP used the proceeds of this offering to finance its continuing operations and repay intercompany debt. Interest on these bonds is payable monthly and principal of these bonds is due at maturity in May 2014. During the first quarter of 2014, CEPP issued and sold $25 million of its 6.00% Bonds due in December 2018. Part of these funds were used to prepay $20 million of its 7.75% Bonds outstanding due in May 2014.
Central Cardones
In connection with IC Powers acquisition of Central Cardones in December 2011, IC Power consolidated the amounts outstanding under Central Cardones credit agreement entered with Banco de Crédito e Inversiones and Banco Itaú Chile. The loans under this credit agreement were issued in two tranches of $37 million and $21 million, respectively. Loans under the first tranche bear interest at the rate of LIBOR plus 1.9% per annum, and the principal of this tranche is payable in 20 semi-annual installments through maturity in August 2021. Loans under the second tranche bear interest at the rate of LIBOR plus 2.75% per annum, interest is payable semi-annually, and the loan matures in February 2017.
Short-Term Loans
IC Powers consolidated short term debt was $31 million as of December 31, 2013, excluding amounts under the $125 million Credit Suisse facility.
CEPP and COBEE have entered into lines of credit with financial institutions in the Dominican Republic and Bolivia, respectively, under which they are permitted to borrow up to $25 million and $8 million, respectively, until 2014. Each of CEPP and COBEE use these lines of credit to finance their operating activities.
For information on the short-term debt owed to IC Powers parent company, see Item 5B. Liquidity and Capital Resources Debt Owed to Kenon from Subsidiaries.
ZIMs Liquidity and Capital Resources
As of December 31, 2013, and March 31, 2014, ZIM had cash and cash equivalents (net of bank overdraft) of $123 million and $125 million, respectively.
ZIMs cash and cash equivalents decreased 35% to $123 million for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to $190 million in cash and cash equivalents for the year ended December 31, 2012.
ZIMs principal sources of liquidity are cash inflows received from operating activities, generally in the form of income from voyages and related services and cash inflows received from investing activities, generally in the form of proceeds received from the sale and lease back of tangible assets (primarily containers) and the sale of investments. ZIMs principal needs for liquidity are operating expenses and expenditures related to debt service.
The following table sets forth ZIMs cash flows from its operating, investing and financing activities for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012:
Year Ended December 31, | ||||||||
2013 | 2012 | |||||||
(in millions of USD) | ||||||||
Cash flows provided by (used in) operating activities |
$ | 13 | $ | 94 | ||||
Cash flows provided by investing activities |
133 | 39 | ||||||
Cash flows used in financing activities |
(209 | ) | (139 | ) | ||||
Net change in cash in period |
(63 | ) | (6 | ) | ||||
Cash opening balance |
188 | 194 | ||||||
Effect of exchange rate fluctuation on cash held |
(2 | ) | | |||||
Cash closing balance |
123 | 190 |
ZIMs Cash Flows Provided by Operating Activities
Cash flows provided by ZIMs operating activities decreased 86% to $13 million for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to $94 million for the year ended December 31, 2012. This decrease was primarily driven by an increase in loss for the year of $103 million, which was partially offset by a $15 million increase in dividends from associated companies.
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ZIMs Cash Flows Provided by Investing Activities
Cash flows provided by ZIMs investing activities increased 241% to $133 million for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to $39 million for the year ended December 31, 2012. This increase was primarily driven by an increase in proceeds from sales of assets (mainly containers) and investments (including a portion of ZIMs interest in a logistics company and two container manufacturing companies) for an aggregate $58 million, and a $30 million refund of pre-payments relating to newbuilding contracts for vessel orders that were cancelled.
ZIMs Cash Flows Used in Financing Activities
Cash flows used in ZIMs financing activities increased 50% to $209 million for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to $139 million for the year ended December 31, 2012. This increase was primarily driven by a $198 million decline in ZIMs new long-term loans, which was partially offset by a $153 million decline in ZIMs repayment of borrowings and deferral of principal payments related to ZIMs outstanding indebtedness.
ZIMs Restructuring Plan
As of December 31, 2013, ZIM was not in compliance with the financial covenants relating to most of its outstanding long-term debt obligations and liabilities. As a result of, among other things, the going concern reference in ZIMs third quarter 2013 and subsequent financial statements, most of ZIMs loans were in default and the lenders of such loans had the right to demand their immediate repayment. ZIMs ship owners also had the right to demand that ZIM pay the original contractual charter rates owed to them rather than the current reduced charter rates and to also demand the immediate repayment of any accrued deferred charter hire (except with respect to those charter hires reduced in connection with ZIMs 2009 financial restructuring). Additionally, ZIM did not repay its vessel lender loans due during the period beginning January 1, 2014, which constituted a default under the applicable arrangements. On July 16, 2014, ZIM completed its financial restructuring, reducing ZIMs outstanding indebtedness and liabilities (face value, including future off-balance sheet commitments such as operational leases) from approximately $3.4 billion to a remaining balance of approximately $2 billion. As a result, ZIM is not in default under any of its loans or outstanding liabilities and the lenders under ZIMs loans no longer have the right to demand ZIMs immediate repayment of such indebtedness. Additionally, as of July 31, 2014, ZIM was in compliance with its minimum liquidity covenant of $125 million. In connection with the completion of ZIMs restructuring plan, ZIM also postponed certain of its maturity dates and reduced certain of its charter rates. As part of ZIMs Restructuring, IC invested $200 million into ZIMs capital structure and ICs ownership of ZIM (which will be contributed to Kenon) was reduced to 32% of ZIMs outstanding shares.
In connection with the completion of its restructuring, the previous financial covenants applicable to ZIM (with which ZIM was not in compliance as of December 31, 2013) were annulled and new financial covenants were agreed upon as follows:
| Minimum Liquidity ZIM is required to maintain a monthly minimum liquidity (including amounts held in its reserve account that are available for general corporate purposes) in an amount of at least $125 million. ZIMs minimum liquidity will be tested on the last business day of each calendar month. As of July 31, 2014, ZIM was in compliance with this covenant; |
| Fixed Charge Coverage Ratio ZIM is required to maintain a certain Fixed Charge Cover ratio, which is defined as Consolidated EBITDAL to Fixed Charges. Consolidated EBITDAL is defined as Consolidated EBITDA (ZIMs Consolidated EBITDA, after certain adjustments as specifically set forth in its facility agreements), after adding back charter hire lease costs. Fixed Charges includes, primarily, cash interest, scheduled repayments of indebtedness and charter hire lease costs. The minimum allowable ratio will increase gradually from 1.02 : 1.0 on December 31, 2015 to 1.07 : 1.0 on December 31, 2018 (in each case, based upon the last 12 month period). ZIMs fixed charge coverage ratio will be tested quarterly, beginning on December 31, 2015; and |
| Total Leverage Ratio ZIM is required to maintain a certain Total Leverage ratio, which is defined as Total Debt to Consolidated EBITDA. The maximum allowable ratio will decrease gradually from 8.8 :1.0 on June 30, 2015 to 4.9 : 1.0 on December 31, 2018 (in each case, based upon the last 12 month period). ZIMs total leverage ratio will be tested quarterly, beginning on June 30, 2015. |
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The restructuring plan effected the treatment of different classes of creditors and shareholders of ZIM, as set forth below.
Partially Secured Obligations
On June 30, 2014, ZIM had an estimated $1,828 million of partially secured obligations consisting of vessel-related debt, bonds, other partially secured obligations, and a shipyard loan. The term sheet, and the discussions following its formulation, categorized $902 million of this amount as secured debt. This secured debt is reflected in a new credit agreement in an amount equal to the debt classified as secured debt, as such amount is reduced in accordance with vessel purchases as described below. The original security underlying these obligations secures the new credit facility on a first-lien basis. The new credit facility bears interest at an annual rate of LIBOR + 2.8% and shall be repaid on the earlier of: (i) seven years from the effective date of the restructuring or (ii) the contractual date of repayment of the original loan with respect to each secured creditor, plus approximately sixteen and a half months.
A portion of ZIMs $1,828 million partially secured obligations was secured by vessels whose purchases were financed by certain creditors. Certain creditors chose the option to purchase the vessels secured in their favor, in lieu of holding a stake in ZIMs new secured debt. Such purchases reduced the amount of secured debt to $274 million.
Other than with respect to the shipyards loan, such creditors deficiency claims entitled them to their portion in an unsecured Series C Debt as set forth below, and to their portion of ZIMs shares. With respect to the shipyards loan, the outstanding amount, which was supposed to entitle the creditor to a portion in the allocation of ZIMs shares, instead entitled the creditor to an unsecured loan of approximately $65 million. The loan will bear interest at an annual rate of 2%. In the first nine years of the loan period, 1.75% of the interest rate shall accrue as a PIK interest and, after the first nine years until the end of the 12th year, subject to the full settlement of the secured debt, Series C debt and Series D debt, interest shall be payable in cash.
Long-Term Vessel Charter Agreements
The charter hire rates of ship owners party to the restructuring were reduced pursuant to a minimum tariff mechanism. The minimum tariff will be updated annually. With the exception of charter rates payable to Zodiac Maritime Agencies Ltd., or Zodiac, a related party, charter rates payable to the related parties will be $1,000 per day lower than the rates applicable in respect of the same vessel size and type. The future reduction in charter hire, discounted by 8%, and the charter hire reductions from 2009 until the effective date of the restructuring of ZIMs debt will constitute a deficiency claim, which entitling third party ship owners (including Zodiac) to their portion in Series C Debt as well as their portion in an additional series of debt, the Series D debt, as set forth below and to a portion of ZIMs shares. Related parties, with the exception of Zodiac, waived their rights with respect to their deficiency claim as described below. For further information on ZIMs charter agreements with its related parties, see Item 7B. Related Party Transactions ZIMs Vessels and Operating Leases; ZIMs Restructuring Plan.
Series C Debt and Series D Debt
As described above, with the exception of related parties other than Zodiac, holders of a deficiency claim, received either Series C Debt or Series D Debt or both. The aggregate outstanding amount of ZIMs Series C Debt and Series D Debt that was issued was approximately $486 million. Both the Series C Debt and the Series D Debt bear interest at an annual rate of 3%, while the Series D Debt is entitled to additional interest at a rate of 2% per year, such interest to be capitalized as payments-in-kind. The repayment of the Series C Debt shall occur on June 20, 2023 and the repayment of the Series D Debt shall occur on June 21, 2023. A mechanism for mandatory prepayments using excess cash flow was provided for each of the Series C Debt and Series D Debt. Each of the Series C Debt and the Series D Debt has priority over the secured debt with respect to early prepayment. As between the Series C Debt and the Series D Debt:
| the Series C Debt shall have priority in repayments or early repayments resulting from excess cash flow over the Series D Debt; and |
| the Series D Debt shall be entitled to additional interest at a rate of 2% per year, which shall be payable in kind. |
Holders of the deficiency claim also received ZIMs shares equal to 68% of ZIMs issued share capital (subject to a potential dilution in accordance with the adoption of an equity incentive plan for ZIM and ZIM has
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undertaken to make reasonable commercial efforts for the purpose of listing its shares during the 24 months following the completion of the restructuring. To the best of ZIMs knowledge, with the exception of Zodiac (which is a related party and a holder of approximately 1.7% of the deficiency claim), no holder of a deficiency claim is an affiliate of IC.
Parent Company Obligations
In connection with ZIMs restructuring, IC (i) made a capital contribution of $200 million to ZIM; (ii) waived approximately $231 million debt owed to it ($225 million in loans and $6 million in other liabilities), and approximately NIS 45 million (approximately $13 million) in connection with contingent liabilities; and (iii) undertook to provide a credit facility in the amount of $50 million to ZIM for the two-year period immediately following the formal restructuring of ZIMs debt, upon commercial terms, secured by customers receipts, and with a coverage ratio of 2:1 and, to the extent necessary, to provide support and/or backing to the entity which will provide the credit line, so as to guarantee the payment thereof. Implementation of the restructuring plan resulted in IC, and consequently Kenon, owning 32% of the restructured ZIM (subject to a potential dilution in accordance with the adoption of an equity incentive plan for ZIM). This credit facility, and the obligations thereunder, will not be transferred to Kenon in connection with the consummation of the spin-off.
Forgiveness of Related Party Debt
Related parties (i) forgave approximately $52 million of debt owed to them and (ii) with the exception of Zodiac, waived their right to receive the Series C Debt and Series D Debt (in connection with an aggregate reduction in charter fees of approximately $186 million), and the related shares in ZIM, such parties were otherwise entitled to receive.
The following table sets forth a summary of ZIMs outstanding indebtedness and liabilities, with respect to those parties participating in the restructuring as of June 30, 2014 on a pro forma basis, to give effect to ZIMs restructuring plan:
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Lenders Group | Outstanding debt (face value) |
Future Commitments |
Total Debt |
Outstanding debt (face value) |
Future commitments |
Total Debt |
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Vessels Lenders |
$ | 1,247 | $ | | $ | 1,24 | $ | 780 | $ | 174 | $ | 954 | ||||||||||||
Vessels Owners |
419 | 873 | 1,292 | 140 | 579 | 719 | ||||||||||||||||||
Bonds & Other partly secured |
488 | | 488 | 215 | | 215 | ||||||||||||||||||
IC |
231 | 13 | 244 | | | |||||||||||||||||||
Shipyard |
93 | | 93 | 93 | | 93 | ||||||||||||||||||
Other related parties |
58 | | 58 | | | |||||||||||||||||||
Total |
$ | 2,536 | $ | 886 | $ | 3,422 | $ | 1,228 | $ | 753 | $ | 1,981 |
ZIMs future commitments primarily include future obligations under vessel charters.
Qoros Liquidity and Capital Resources
As of December 31, 2013 and March 31, 2014, Qoros had cash and cash equivalents of RMB858 million (approximately $138 million) and RMB577 million (approximately $93 million), respectively.
We have a 50% equity interest in Qoros and, as a result, we account for Qoros results of operations pursuant to the equity method, reflect our proportional share in Qoros net income (loss) in our statement of income as share in income (loss) of associates, do not reflect Qoros cash and cash equivalents in our consolidated statement of financial position, and do not exercise control over Qoros cash and cash equivalents.
Qoros principal sources of liquidity are cash inflows received from financing activities, primarily inflows received in connection with Qoros RMB3 billion (approximately $487 million) syndicated credit facility and its other short-term credit facilities, as well as inflows received in connection with the capital contributions (in the form of equity contributions or loans which may be converted into equity) of its shareholders. As Qoros has recently commenced commercial sales, Qoros expects to continue to require significant third party financing, via equity contributions or entry into debt facilities, to fund its growth and operations. As of March 31, 2014, each of Qoros shareholders were obligated to provide Qoros with an additional RMB525 million (approximately $85 million) capital contribution. To satisfy this funding commitment, IC contributed RMB500 million (approximately $81 million) in June 2014 via a shareholder loan, which it expects to convert into equity upon the
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satisfaction of certain conditions, including the approval of the relevant Chinese authority. Chery also made a similar contribution to Qoros of RMB500 million (approximately $81 million). As a result, although ICs interest in the convertible loan will be transferred to us in connection with the spin-off, our equity interest in Qoros will remain at 50% after the conversion of ICs recent capital contribution into equity. If such approval is not, or cannot be, obtained, Qoros has undertaken to repay the convertible loan, with interest. As a result of ICs June contribution, our outstanding capital commitment to Qoros is RMB25 million (approximately $4 million) and we expect to contribute the remainder by the first half of 2015. Additionally, Qoros current business development plan contemplates debt financing of RMB9.2 billion (approximately $1.5 billion). Qoros has secured a portion of its expected long-term debt financing needs via its RMB3 billion (approximately $487 million) secured syndicated credit facility and additional short term credit facilities. In July 2014, Qoros also entered into a syndicated loan agreement providing for loans of up to RMB1.2 billion (approximately $195 million) (secured by Quantum and Wuhu Cherys pledge of a portion of their respective equity interest in Qoros and including dividends deriving therefrom). For further information on the terms of this credit facility, see Recent Developments Qoros Entry into Financing Agreement and Quantum Equity Pledge.
Qoros cash and cash equivalents decreased 14.3% to RMB858 million (approximately $138 million) for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared to approximately RMB1 billion (approximately $161 million) in cash and cash equivalents for the year ended December 31, 2012.
Material Indebtedness
Syndicated Credit Facility
On July 23, 2012, Qoros entered into a consortium financing agreement with a syndicate of banks for the ability to draw down loans, in either RMB or USD, up to an aggregate maximum principal amount of RMB3 billion (approximately $482 million). The RMB loans bear interest at the 5-year interest rate quoted by the Peoples Bank of China from time to time and the USD loans bear interest at LIBOR + 4.8% per annum. Outstanding loans are repayable within ten years from July 27, 2012, the first draw down date. The first scheduled repayment date is July 27, 2015 (or 36 months after the first draw down date), with subsequent repayment dates occurring every six months after the preceding repayment date.
Qoros RMB/USD dual currency fixed rate credit facility is secured by Qoros manufacturing facility, the land use right for the premises on which such manufacturing facility is located, and its equipment, and properties, and several guarantees, including a joint, but not several, guarantee from each of Chery and Changshu Port. Loans under this facility are severally guaranteed by (i) Chery for up to 50% of amounts outstanding under this loan, or up to RMB1.5 billion (approximately $242 million), plus interest and fees and (ii) Changshu Port also for up to 50% of amounts outstanding under this loan, or up to RMB1.5 billion (approximately $242 million), plus interest and fees. Additionally, Chery has provided a back-to-back guarantee of 100% of the Changshu Ports obligations under its guarantee of Qoros loans. IC provides Chery with (i) a back-to-back guarantee of 50% of Cherys direct guarantee of Qoros loans under the facility and (ii) a back-to-back guarantee of 50% of Cherys obligations under its back-to-back guarantee of the Changshu Port guarantee. Although ICs back-to-back guarantees will not be transferred to Kenon, Kenon has agreed to reimburse IC for any payments made in respect of ICs back-to-back guarantee of Cherys direct guarantee of Qoros loans as well as ICs back-to-back guarantee of Cherys obligations in respect of the Changshu Ports direct guarantee as follows: if Qoros is in default under its RMB3 billion (approximately $482 million) syndicated credit facility, the repayment of the aggregate outstanding amount under this facility is accelerated by Qoros lenders, IC makes a payment in connection with Cherys exercise of any of ICs back-to-back guarantees, and IC is unable to collect such payment from Qoros within 90 days of such payment, then the amount of such payment will be added to the outstanding principal amount of the term loan from IC to Kenon. For further information on the risks related to Kenons payment obligations in respect of certain of Qoros debt, see Item 3D. Risk Factors Kenon will have obligations owing to IC, which could be substantial.
Qoros syndicated credit facility contains financial, affirmative and negative covenants, events of default or mandatory prepayments for contractual breaches, including certain changes of control, and for material mergers and divestments, among other provisions. Although Qoros debt to asset ratio is currently higher, and its current ratio is lower, than the allowable ratios set forth in the terms of the syndicated credit facility, in 2013 the syndicated consortium waived Qoros compliance with the financial covenants under this facility for the 2013 and 2014 fiscal years. The next assessment of Qoros compliance with its financial covenants will occur no earlier than the second quarter of 2015. After Qoros enters into a continuous and sustained operating period, a
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request for adjustment of the financial covenants, as necessary, can be submitted to the syndicated loan group for consideration. Should Qoros debt to asset ratio continue to exceed, or its current ratio continue to be less than, the permitted ratio in any period after December 31, 2014, and Qoros syndicated lenders do not waive such non-compliance or revise such covenants so as to ensure Qoros compliance, Qoros lenders could accelerate the repayment of borrowings due under Qoros syndicated credit facility.
For further information on the risks related to Qoros indebtedness, see Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Related to Our Interest in Qoros Qoros is significantly leveraged.
As of December 31, 2013, Qoros had drawn down RMB loans of RMB2.856 billion (approximately $460 million) with an interest rate of 6.55%.
Working Capital Loan Arrangement
On November 29, 2012 Qoros entered into an unsecured, unguaranteed working capital loan arrangement with a Chinese commercial bank, pursuant to which Qoros can draw down loans in RMB up to an aggregate maximum principal amount of RMB800 million (approximately $129 million) at the 1-3 year interest rate quoted by the Peoples Bank of China, from time to time and adjusted annually. Outstanding loans are repayable within three years from April 24, 2013 (the first draw down date) and are divided into four installments, repayable in May 2014, November 2014, May 2015 and November 2015.
As of December 31, 2013, Qoros had drawn down loans of RMB160 million (approximately $26 million) with an interest rate of 6.15%.
Short-Term Facilities
Qoros is also party to additional secured, unguaranteed short-term facilities.
Other Businesses Liquidity and Capital Resources
Our other segment comprises holding company general and administrative expenses, the results of Primus and Petrotec, and the results of our associates. For information on Kenons liquidity and capital resources, see Kenons Liquidity and Capital Resources. For information on Qoros liquidity and capital resources, see Qoros Liquidity and Capital Resources.
Primus
As of December 31, 2013 and March 31, 2014, Primus had cash and cash equivalents of approximately $7 million and $6 million, respectively.
As a development stage company that has not yet commenced commercial operation, Primus depends upon cash inflows received from financing activities, generally in the form of equity investments previously made by IC, to conduct its operations and further its development. Primus principal liquidity requirements relate to investments in various construction and development projects, which will require significant additional capital. A lack, or delay, of financing could delay, or prevent completely, Primus research and commercial development or result in its immediate liquidation or dissolution. We are not committed to contribute additional equity or debt financing to Primus and there is no guarantee that Primus will be able to raise capital from third party financing sources, including from shareholders other than Kenon. Should Primus raise capital via equity issuances in the future, without Kenons participation in such financing, we would experience a dilution in our existing ownership interest.
Petrotec
As of December 31, 2013 and March 31, 2014, Petrotec had cash and cash equivalents of approximately 10 million Euro (approximately $14 million) and 4 million Euro (approximately $5 million), respectively.
Petrotecs principal sources of liquidity are cash inflows received from operating activities and cash inflows received from financing activities, generally in the form of financing from commercial banks.
HelioFocus
As of each of December 31, 2013 and March 31, 2014, HelioFocus had cash and cash equivalents of approximately $4 million.
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As a development stage company that has not yet commenced commercial operation, HelioFocus depends upon cash inflows received from financing activities, generally in the form of equity investments previously made by IC and other of HelioFocus shareholders, to conduct its operations and further its development. HelioFocus principal liquidity requirements relate to investments in various construction and development projects, which will require significant additional capital. A lack, or delay, of financing could delay, or prevent completely, HelioFocus research and commercial development or result in an immediate liquidation or dissolution. There is no guarantee that such milestones will be met, or that HelioFocus will be able to raise capital from third party financing sources, including from shareholders other than Kenon. Should HelioFocus raise capital via equity issuances in the future, without Kenons participation in such financing, we would experience a dilution in our existing ownership interest.
Material Indebtedness
As of December 31, 2013, Petrotec had 8 million Euro (approximately $11 million) of outstanding third party debt. Neither Primus nor HelioFocus have material indebtedness, other than related party indebtedness. For information on the indebtedness owed us by the wholly-owned holding company of our renewable energy businesses, see Debt Owed to Kenon from Subsidiaries.
Tower
US GAAP
The following data is derived from Towers U.S. GAAP financial statements. As of December 31, 2013, Tower had an aggregate amount of $122.9 million in cash, cash equivalents and interest bearing deposits, as compared to $133.4 million of cash and cash equivalents as of December 31, 2012. Both figures include $10 million of designated deposits.
During the year ended December 31, 2013, Tower generated $75 million from operating activities excluding $33 million interest payments and raised approximately $39 million, net, from its rights offering in 2013. These cash sources were offset by the investments Tower made in fixed assets during the year ended December 31, 2013, which aggregated to approximately $82 million, net and the repayment of debenture principal payment in the amount of $6.5 million.
Tower has a large amount of debt and other liabilities, primarily due in 2015 and 2016. As of March 31, 2014, Tower had (i) approximately $126 million of outstanding secured bank loans to be repaid in quarterly installments between June 2014 through June 2016, totaling $25 million in 2014, $70 million in 2015 and $31 million in 2016, (ii) approximately $20 million of unsecured outstanding debentures to be repaid between December 2014 and December 2016, and (iii) approximately $231 million of unsecured outstanding debentures, convertible into Towers ordinary shares, 50% of which are payable in December 2015 and the remainder in December 2016, unless earlier converted into our ordinary shares. As of March 31, 2014, Jazz had (i) approximately $19 million of outstanding borrowings under its up to $70 million Wells Fargo credit line due December 2018, (ii) approximately $49 million of outstanding debentures due June 2015; and (iii) approximately $58 million of outstanding debentures, convertible into Towers ordinary shares, payable in December 2018, unless converted earlier. As of March 31, 2014, TPSC had loans amounting to 8.8 billion Japanese Yen (approximately $85 million) provided by Panasonic Corporation.
Tower, as an independent semiconductor manufacturer, operates in the semiconductor industry which has historically been highly cyclical and subject to significant and often rapid increases and decreases in product demand. Traditionally, companies in the semiconductor industry have expanded aggressively during periods of decreased demand in order to have the capacity needed to meet expected demand in future upturns, including through acquiring additional manufacturing facilities. If actual demand does not increase or declines, or if companies in the industry expand too aggressively, the industry may experience a period in which industry-wide capacity exceeds demand. This could result in overcapacity and excess inventories, leading to rapid erosion of average sales prices, as well as to underutilization of manufacturing facilities that as a result are unable to cover their fixed costs and other liabilities, potentially leading to such facilities to cease their operations.
The prices that Tower can charge its customers for its services are significantly related to the overall worldwide supply of integrated circuits and semiconductor products. The overall supply of semiconductor products is based in part on the capacity of other companies, which is outside of Towers control. In periods of overcapacity, despite the fact that Tower utilizes niche technologies and manufactures specialty products, it may
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have to lower the prices it charges its customers for its services which may reduce its margins and weaken its financial condition and results of operations. Tower cannot give assurance that an increase in the demand for foundry services in the future will not lead to under-capacity, which could result in the loss of customers and materially adversely affect its revenues, earnings and margins. Analysts believe that such patterns may repeat in the future. The overcapacity, underutilization and downward price pressure characteristic of a downturn in the semiconductor market and/or in the global economy, as experienced several times in the past, may negatively impact consumer and customer demand for Towers products, the end products of Towers customers and the financial markets, which may affect its ability to raise funds and/or re-structure and/or re-finance our debt. This may harm Towers financial results, financial position and business, unless it is able to take appropriate or effective actions in a timely manner in order to serve its debt and other liabilities and cover its fixed costs.
Tower is exploring various activities and ways to promote and fund its growth plans and the ramp-up of its business, technological capabilities and manufacturing capacity and capabilities, increase its utilization rates, efficiently manage the operations of the fabs, achieve and maintain high utilization rates in all of its manufacturing facilities, and fulfill its debt obligations and other liabilities. However, there is no assurance as to the extent of such activities or when, if at all, such activities will be available to Tower. Such activities may include, among other things, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, debt restructuring and/or refinancing, possible financing transactions, sales of assets, intellectual property licensing, possible sale and lease-backs of real estate assets and improving cash flow from operations through operating efficiencies.
For implications on Towers operations if it does not generate increased levels of cash from operations and/or does not raise additional funding , see Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Related to Our Other Businesses and Associated Companies Risks Related to our Interest in Tower. Additionally, the consummation of the spin-off may constitute a change of control under certain of Towers debt, and other, instruments and, subject to additional conditions, may result in an event of default. For further information on the risks related to the change of control provisions relating to Towers debt, or other, instruments, see Risks Related to the Spin-Off Some of our businesses, or associated companies, may deem it necessary to secure consents from creditors, or other parties, in connection with the consummation of the spin-off.
Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk
For quantitative and qualitative information on our market risk, see Item 11. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk.
C. | Research and Development, Patents and Licenses, Etc. |
Primus and HelioFocus
A considerable portion of Primus and HelioFocus activities are focused upon research and development. A minor portion of these activities have been sponsored/partially funded via research grants. For the years ended December 31, 2013, and 2012, the research and development expenses within our other segment were approximately $11 million, and $8 million, respectively.
For further information on Primus or HelioFocus research and development, patents and licenses, etc., see Item 4B. Business Overview Our Businesses and Associated Companies Raw Materials and Supplies Patents, Licenses, Etc.
Qoros
As an associated company, Qoros research and development expenses are not reflected in Kenons consolidated financial statements. However, for the years ended December 31, 2013, and 2012, Qoros research and development expenses, which were focused on the development of Qoros C-segment portfolio of vehicle models, were RMB(408) million (approximately $66 million), and RMB(343) million (approximately $56 million), respectively.
For further information on Qoros research and development, patents and licenses, etc., see Item 4B. Business Overview Our Businesses and Associated Companies Qoros Patents, Licenses, Etc.
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D. | Trend Information |
The following tables set forth certain unaudited financial information for certain of our businesses for the three month periods ended March 31, 2014 and 2013. This information should be read in conjunction with our audited combined carve-out financial statements, and the notes thereto, as of December 31, 2013 and 2012, and January 1, 2012 and for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, included elsewhere in this registration statement, Qoros financial statements as of December 31, 2013 and 2012, and January 1, 2012 and for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, included elsewhere in this Registration Statement the information contained in Item 5. Operating and Financial Review and Prospects and Item 3D. Risk Factors. Additionally, the following key trends contain forward-looking statements and should be read in conjunction with Special Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements and Item 3D. Risk Factors. We believe these trends will aid us in our objective to achieve consistent growth and profitability in each of the industries in which our businesses operate. Other than as disclosed elsewhere in this registration statement, we are not aware of any trends, uncertainties, demands, commitments or events that are reasonably likely to have a material adverse effect on our net revenues, income from operations, profitability, liquidity or capital resources, or that would cause the disclosed financial information to be not necessarily indicative of future operating results or financial condition. For further information on the recent developments of our businesses, see Recent Developments and Information Regarding Tower.
IC Power
The following table sets forth certain financial information from IC Powers unaudited statements of income for the three month periods ended March 31, 2014 and 2013:
Three Months Ended March 31, | ||||||||
2014 | 2013 | |||||||
(in millions of USD) | ||||||||
Revenues |
$ | 325 | $ | 176 | ||||
Cost of sales and services |
223 | 114 | ||||||
Depreciation and amortization |
23 | 15 | ||||||
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Gross profit |
$ | 79 | $ | 47 | ||||
General and administrative expenses |
10 | 10 | ||||||
Other income |
(18 | ) | (1 | ) | ||||
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Operating income |
$ | 87 | $ | 38 | ||||
Financing expenses |
25 | 15 | ||||||
Financing income |
(1 | ) | (2 | ) | ||||
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Financing expenses, net |
24 | 13 | ||||||
Share in income of associated companies |
9 | 8 | ||||||
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Income before taxes on income |
72 | 33 | ||||||
Taxes on income |
(17 | ) | (9 | ) | ||||
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Net income for the period |
$ | 55 | $ | 24 | ||||
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Equity holders of the company |
$ | 47 | $ | 20 | ||||
Non-controlling interest |
8 | 4 | ||||||
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Net income for the period |
$ | 55 | $ | 24 | ||||
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The following table sets forth certain financial information from IC Powers unaudited statements of cash flows for the three month periods ended March 31, 2014 and 2013:
Three Months Ended March 31, | ||||||||
2014 | 2013 | |||||||
(in millions of USD) | ||||||||
Cash flows provided by operating activities |
$ | 85 | $ | 38 | ||||
Cash flows used in investing activities |
(139 | ) | (49 | ) | ||||
Cash flows provided by (used in) financing activities |
153 | (20 | ) | |||||
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Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents |
$ | 99 | $ | (31 | ) | |||
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Cash and cash equivalents at end of the period |
$ | 615 | $ | 153 | ||||
Investments in property, plant and equipment |
70 | 60 | ||||||
Total depreciation and amortization |
23 | 15 |
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The following table sets forth certain financial information from IC Powers unaudited statements of financial position as at March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013:
As at | ||||||||
March 31, 2014 | December 31, 2013 | |||||||
(in millions of USD) | ||||||||
Total financial liabilities1 |
$ | 1,954 | $ | 1,669 | ||||
Total monetary assets1 |
662 | 526 | ||||||
Total equity attributable to the owners |
700 | 653 | ||||||
Total assets |
$ | 3,507 | $ | 3,035 | ||||
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1. Not including trade payables, other payables and credit balances and financial instruments. 2. Not including trade receivables, other receivables and debit balances and financial instruments. |
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ZIM
The following table sets forth certain financial information from ZIMs unaudited statements of operations for the three month periods ended March 31, 2014 and 2013:
Three Months Ended March 31, | ||||||||
2014 | 2013 | |||||||
(in millions of USD) | ||||||||
Revenues |
$ | 867 | $ | 918 | ||||
Costs of sales and services |
802 | 894 | ||||||
Operating depreciation |
34 | 36 | ||||||
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Gross income (loss) |
$ | 31 | $ | (12 | ) | |||
Other operating income, net |
$ | (2 | ) | $ | (2 | ) | ||
Administrative and general expenses |
(41 | ) | (37 | ) | ||||
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Operating loss |
$ | (8 | ) | $ | (47 | ) | ||
Financing expenses, net |
$ | (49 | ) | $ | (60 | ) | ||
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2 | 2 | ||||||
Taxes on income |
(6 | ) | (5 | ) | ||||
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$ | (61 | ) | $ | (110 | ) | ||
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$ | 2 | $ | 1 | ||||
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$ | (63 | ) | $ | (111 | ) | ||
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The following table sets forth certain financial information from ZIMs unaudited statements of cash flows for the three month periods ended March 31, 2014 and 2013:
Three Months Ended March 31, | ||||||||
2014 | 2013 | |||||||
(in millions of USD) | ||||||||
Cash provided by (used in) operating activities |
$ | 22 | $ | (28 | ) | |||
Cash provided by (used in) investing activities |
(10 | ) | 28 | |||||
Cash used in financing activities |
(10 | ) | (71 | ) | ||||
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Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents |
$ | 2 | $ | (71 | ) | |||
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$ | 125 | $ | 116 | ||||
Proceeds from sale of ships and equipment, other property, plant and equipment and intangible assets |
13 | 3 | ||||||
Total depreciation, amortization |
$ | 38 | $ | 41 |
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The following table sets forth certain financial information from ZIMs unaudited statements of financial position as at March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013:
As at | ||||||||
March 31, 2014 | December 31, 2013 | |||||||
(in millions of USD) | ||||||||
Total financial liabilities1 |
$ | 2,597 | $ | 2,520 | ||||
Total monetary assets2 |
161 | 142 | ||||||
Total deficit attributable to the owners3 |
(648 | ) | (583 | ) | ||||
Total assets |
$ | 2,619 | $ | 2,602 | ||||
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1. | Not including trade payables, other payables and credit balances and financial instruments. |
2. | Not including trade receivables, other receivables and debit balances and financial instruments. |
3. | The balance includes a decline in value of about $92 million as at March 31, 2013. |
Qoros
Qoros has recently commenced commercial sales, having sold its first vehicle, the Qoros 3 Sedan, in December 2013, and launched commercial sales of its second model, the Qoros 3 Hatch, in late June 2014. As of June 30, 2014, Qoros has sold 2,540 Qoros 3 Sedans, 49 of which were sold before December 31, 2013. In connection with the launch, and anticipated launch, of its vehicle models, Qoros has continued to expand its dealer network in key areas in China. Since December 31, 2013, an additional Qoros dealerships have become fully operational, an additional Qoros dealerships have initiated construction and an additional dealership arrangements in key regional markets have been established.
The following table sets forth certain financial information from Qoros unaudited statements of profit or loss and other comprehensive income for the three month periods ended March 31, 2014 and 2013:
Three Months Ended March 31, | ||||||||
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Revenue |
125,274 | | ||||||
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113,557 | | ||||||
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(2,854 | ) | (2,875 | ) | ||||
Research and development expenses |
43,611 | 35,471 | ||||||
Selling and distribution |
174,961 | | ||||||
Administrative expenses |
118,352 | 118,124 | ||||||
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9,914 | 175 | ||||||
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(332,267 | ) | (150,895 | ) | ||||
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6,312 | 7,152 | ||||||
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(31,918 | ) | | |||||
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(25,606 | ) | 7,152 | |||||
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(357,873 | ) | (143,743 | ) | ||||
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(357,924 | ) | (143,743 | ) | ||||
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Petrotec
On August 6, 2014, Petrotec announced an adjustment to the forecast of its EBIT-margin for the 2014 business year, which was given in March (in connection with Petrotecs publication of its 2013 financial figures) and was referred to in the corporate news published by Petrotec on May 14, 2014.
In May, Petrotecs management determined Petrotec would only be able to meet the lower range of the guidance it published in its 2013 annual report and emphasized that the overall likelihood of Petrotecs meeting the published guidance was reduced. In the original guidance given in March 2014 (in connection with Petrotecs publication of its 2013 annual results), Petrotecs management expected sales of between EUR 150 million (approximately $201 million) and EUR 220 million (approximately $295 million), as well as an EBIT-margin of 2% - 4%.
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As a result of a short-term decreasing trend in UCOME prices, following a decrease in the FAME0 margin over gasoil, Petrotec expects a relatively weak third quarter. Having to secure its plants continuous operations, Petrotec often purchases feedstock in advance of its actual production and sales. Therefore, in weak market conditions, with soft demand for its product, this might result in Petrotec capturing lower than initially anticipated margins on its purchased feedstock.
Considering these market conditions, Petrotecs management still expects its sales to be within the range of the provided original guidance. However, Petrotecs management also sees a high probability that a positive EBIT for the year 2014 can no longer be achieved.
E. | Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements |
Neither Kenon nor any of its businesses are party to off-balance sheet arrangements.
F. | Tabular Disclosure of Contractual Obligations |
Kenon
The following table sets forth our contractual obligations and commercial commitments as of December 31, 2013, consolidating the contractual obligations and commercial commitments of our subsidiaries, excluding the contractual obligations and commercial commitments of our associated companies, including consolidation of ZIMs obligations as of December 31, 2013, without adjustments to give effect to ZIMs debt restructuring.
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Total | Less Than One Year |
One to Three Years |
Three to Five Years |
More than Five Years |
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Bank overdraft and short term loans |
239 | 239 | | | | |||||||||||||||
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Trade and other payable |
656 | 656 | | | | |||||||||||||||
Loans from banks, debentures and others |
5,442 | 572 | 659 | 1,417 | 2,794 | |||||||||||||||
Operating and maintenance agreements |
1,401 | 313 | 505 | 312 | 271 | |||||||||||||||
Purchase obligations |
2,273 | 130 | 275 | 307 | 1,561 | |||||||||||||||
Obligations under EPC Contract |
669 | 304 | 365 | | | |||||||||||||||
Cash payments under stock option plan |
17 | 11 | 6 | | | |||||||||||||||
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10,697 | 2,225 | 1,810 | 2,036 | 4,626 | |||||||||||||||
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IC Power
The following table sets forth IC Powers contractual obligations and commercial commitments (including future interest payments) as of December 31, 2013, on a consolidated basis:
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Total | Less than One Year |
One to Three Years |
Three to Five Years |
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Credit from banks and others |
161 | 161 | | | | |||||||||||||||
Loans from banks and others, and |
2,261 | 188 | 170 | 478 | 1,425 | |||||||||||||||
Shareholder loan |
253 | 165 | | 88 | | |||||||||||||||
Trade payables |
113 | 113 | | | | |||||||||||||||
Other payables and credit balances |
47 | 47 | | | | |||||||||||||||
Purchase obligations2 |
2,273 | 130 | 275 | 307 | 1,561 | |||||||||||||||
Operating and maintenance agreements3 |
209 | 25 | 46 | 45 | 93 | |||||||||||||||
Obligations under EPC Contracts4 |
669 | 304 | 365 | | | |||||||||||||||
Cash payments under stock option plan5 |
17 | 11 | 6 | | | |||||||||||||||
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6,003 | 1,144 | 862 | 918 | 3,079 | |||||||||||||||
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1. | Consists of estimated future payments of principal, interest and premium on loans from banks and others, and debentures, calculated based on interest rates and foreign exchange rates applicable as of December 31, 2013 and assuming that all amortization payments and payments at maturity on loans from banks and others, and debentures will be made on their scheduled payment dates. |
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2. | Consists of purchase commitments for natural gas and gas transportation pursuant to binding obligations which include all significant terms, including fixed or minimum quantities to be purchased; fixed, minimum or variable price provisions; and the approximate timing of the transaction. Based upon the applicable purchase prices as of December 31, 2013. |
3. | Consists of future payments to be made under services contract with Siemens based on its projections of the hours of service of Kallpas turbines. |
4. | Consists of future payments to be made under EPC Contract, assuming that all progress and completion payments will be made on their scheduled payment dates. |
5. | Consists of payments to be made to repurchase shares issued upon the exercise of outstanding options under stock option plan based on its projections regarding its EBITDA for 2014 and assuming that all holders of these options will exercise them prior to the relevant expiration date. |
Additionally, IC Power is obligated to make up to $44 million of additional equity contributions to CDA in the event that CDA incurs certain cost overruns. This amount is backed up by a customary letter of credit.
ZIM
The following table sets forth ZIMs contractual obligations and commercial commitments (including future interest payments) as of December 31, 2013, on a consolidated basis, without adjustments to give effect to ZIMs debt restructuring:
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2,890 | 296 | 683 | 501 | 1,410 | |||||||||||||||
Capital finance (lease obligations) |
547 | 89 | 162 | 126 | 170 | |||||||||||||||
Operating lease obligations |
1,192 | 288 | 459 | 267 | 178 | |||||||||||||||
Bank overdraft and short-term loans |
69 | 69 | | | | |||||||||||||||
Trade and other payables |
482 | 482 | | | | |||||||||||||||
Total contractual obligations |
5,180 | 1,224 | 1,304 | 894 | 1,758 | |||||||||||||||
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Qoros
The following table sets forth Qoros contractual obligations and commercial commitments as of December 31, 2013:
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5,205 | 1,474 | 258 | 1,345 | 2,128 | |||||||||||||||
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2,551 | 2,551 | | | | |||||||||||||||
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4 | 2 | 2 | 1 | | |||||||||||||||
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7,760 | 4,027 | 260 | 1,346 | 2,128 | |||||||||||||||
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G. | Safe Harbor |
See Special Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements.
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ITEM 6. Directors, Senior Management and Employees
A. | Directors and Senior Management |
Board of Directors
The following table sets forth information regarding our board of directors as of the date of this registration statement:
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Age | Function |
Date Appointed | Term Expires | ||||||
Ron Moskovitz |
51 | Board Member | March 12, 2014 | |||||||
Laurence N. Charney |
67 | Board Member, Chairman of the Audit Committee |
May 26, 2014 | |||||||
Cyril Pierre-Jean Ducau |
35 | Board Member | March 7, 2014 | |||||||
Elias Sakellis |
37 | Board Member | May 26, 2014 |
Our articles of association provide that, unless otherwise determined by a general meeting, the minimum number of directors is five and the maximum number is 12.
Senior Management
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Yoav Doppelt |
45 | Chief Executive Officer | ||||
Robert Rosen |
42 | General Counsel |
Biographies
Directors
Ron Moskovitz. Mr. Moskovitz is the Chief Executive Officer of Quantum Pacific (UK) LLP and the Chairman of IC and Pacific Drilling S.A., each of which are members of a group of companies associated with the same ultimate beneficiary, Idan Ofer. From July 2008 until December 2012, Mr. Moskovitz served as Chief Executive Officer of Quantum Pacific Advisory Limited. From July 2002 until November 2007, Mr. Moskovitz served as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Amdocs Limited. From 1998 until July 2002, he served as Vice President of Finance at Amdocs. Between 1994 and 1998, Mr. Moskovitz held various senior financial positions at Tower and served on Towers board of directors from 2007 to September 2011. Mr. Moskovitz is a CPA in Israel and holds a BA in Accounting and Economics from Haifa University and a Master of Business Administration from Tel Aviv University.
Laurence N. Charney. Mr. Charney retired from Ernst & Young LLP (Ernst & Young) in June 2007, where, over the course of his more than 35-year career, he served as Partner, Practice Leader and Senior Advisor. Since his retirement from Ernst & Young, Mr. Charney has served as a business strategist and financial advisor to boards, senior management and investors of early stage ventures, private businesses and small to mid-cap public corporations across the consumer products, energy, real estate, high-tech/software, media/entertainment, and non-profit sectors. His most recent affiliations have included board tenures with Pacific Drilling S.A., Marvel Entertainment, Inc., Pure BioFuels, Inc., Mrs. Fields Original Cookies and Iconix Brand Group, Inc. He was appointed to the board of TG Therapeutics, Inc. in April 2012. Mr. Charney is a graduate of Hofstra University with a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration (Accounting), and has also completed an Executive Masters program at Columbia University. Mr. Charney maintains active membership with the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants.
Cyril Pierre-Jean Ducau. Mr. Ducau is the Managing Director of Quantum Pacific Ventures Limited and a member of the board of directors of each of Pacific Drilling S.A., Quantum Pacific Shipping Services Pte. Ltd., Ansonia Holdings B.V. and Jelany Corporation N.V. He was previously Head of Business Development of Quantum Pacific Advisory Limited in London from 2008 to 2012. Prior to joining Quantum Pacific Advisory Limited, Mr. Ducau was Vice President in the Investment Banking Division of Morgan Stanley & Co. International Ltd. in London and, during his tenure there from 2000 to 2008, he held various positions in the Capital Markets, Leveraged Finance and Mergers and Acquisitions teams. Prior to that, Mr. Ducau gained experience in consultancy working for Arthur D. Little in Munich and investment management with Credit Agricole UI Private Equity in Paris. Mr. Ducau graduated from ESCP Europe Business School (Paris, Oxford, Berlin) and holds a Master of Science in business administration and a Diplom Kaufmann.
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Elias Sakellis. Mr. Sakellis is the Managing Director of Quantum Pacific (UK) LLP and a member of the board of directors of Pacific Drilling S.A. From May 2012 until December 2012, Mr. Sakellis served as Managing Director of Quantum Pacific Advisory Limited. Prior to joining Quantum Pacific Advisory Limited, Mr. Sakellis worked at Goldman, Sachs & Co. in London from 2000 to 2012. During his tenure at Goldman, Sachs & Co., he held various positions, including Executive Director of Leveraged Finance & Restructuring in the Investment Banking Division, Executive Director and Business Unit Manager in the Investment Banking Division, and Financial Analyst and Associate in the Equities Division. Prior to joining Goldman, Sachs & Co., Mr. Sakellis gained experience in the banking sector by working as an analyst for Lehman Brothers in London from 1999 to 2000. Mr. Sakellis is a graduate of Imperial College London with a Master of Science in Finance and a Master of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering. He also holds a Master of Business Administration from INSEAD.
Management
Yoav Doppelt. Yoav Doppelt has served as the Chief Executive Officer of XT Investments Group (formerly known as Ofer Investments Group) since its inception in 2007 and as the Chief Executive Officer of XT Capital (formerly known as Ofer Hi-Tech) since 2001. Mr. Doppelt joined the XT Group (formerly known as Ofer Group) in 1996 and has been with XT Capital (formerly known as Ofer Hi-Tech) since its inception in 1997, defining the vision and operational methodology of its private equity and high-tech investments. Mr. Doppelt has held various finance and managerial positions in the XT Group since joining it. Mr. Doppelt currently serves as a member of the board of directors of a number of public companies, including Lumenis Ltd TowerJazz Ltd., Enzymotec Ltd., and is actively involved in numerous investments within the private equity and high-tech arenas.
He has extensive operational and business experience in growth companies and has successfully led several private equity exit transactions. Mr. Doppelt served as Enzymotecs Chairman of the board and was actively involved in its growth and operational strategy. Recently, Mr. Doppelt was actively involved in the public offering of equity and debt instruments in the U.S. Mr. Doppelt holds a bachelors degree in economics and management from the Faculty of Industrial Management at the TechnionIsrael Institute of Technology, Haifa, Israel and an MBA degree from Haifa University, Israel.
Robert Rosen. Prior to joining Kenon as General Counsel, Robert Rosen spent 15 years in private practice with top tier law firms, including Linklaters LLP and Milbank, Tweed, Hadley and McCloy LLP. During his time in private practice, Mr. Rosen was primarily involved in cross-border public and private capital markets offerings and other securities transactions, as well as with the purchase and sale of US and international distressed assets, private equity investments, structured finance transactions and SEC filings and related advice. Mr. Rosen is admitted to the Bar in the state of New York, holds a Bachelors degree with honors from Boston University and a JD and MBA, both from the University of Pittsburgh, where he graduated with high honors.
B. | Compensation |
Because we are a newly-incorporated entity, we have not previously provided any compensation to our directors or senior management. Upon the consummation of the spin-off, we expect that a portion of the compensation paid to our directors and senior management will be equity-based.
For further information on the stock options and retirement benefits of our senior management, see Item 6E. Share Ownership.
C. | Board Practices |
As a foreign private issuer, we are permitted to follow certain home country corporate governance practices instead of those otherwise required under the rules for domestic U.S. issuers, provided that we disclose which requirements we are not following and describe the equivalent home country requirement. However, notwithstanding our ability to follow the corporate governance practices of our home country Singapore, we have elected to apply the corporate governance rules of the that are applicable to U.S. domestic registrants that are not controlled companies.
Board of Directors
Our articles of association gives our board of directors general powers to manage our business. The board of directors, which currently consists of four directors, and of which serves as our Chairman, oversees and provides policy guidance on our strategic and business planning processes, oversees the conduct of our business by senior management and is principally responsible for the succession planning for our key executives.
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Director Independence
Pursuant to listing standards, listed companies are required to have a majority of independent directors. Under listing standards, (i) a director employed by us or that has, or had, certain relationships with us during the three years prior to this registration statement, cannot be deemed to be an independent director, and (ii) directors will qualify as independent only if our board of directors affirmatively determines that they have no material relationship with us, either directly or as a partner, shareholder or officer of an organization that has a relationship with either us or IC. Ownership of a significant amount of our shares, by itself, does not constitute a material relationship.
Although we are permitted to follow home country practice in lieu of the requirement to have a board of directors comprised of a majority of independent directors, we have determined that we are in compliance with this requirement and that a majority of our board of directors is independent according to the listing standard. Our board of directors has affirmatively determined that, immediately following the consummation of the spin-off, each of Ron Moskovitz, Laurence Neil Charney, Cyril Pierre-Jean Ducau and Elias Sakellis, representing four of our four directors, are currently independent directors as defined under the applicable rules and regulations of the SEC and . Our non-employee directors and our independent directors meet at regularly scheduled executive sessions without management participation.
Election and Removal of Directors
See Item 10. Additional Information Memorandum and Articles of Association Election and Re-election of Directors
Director Retirement Age
Under Sections 153(2) and (6) of the Singapore Companies Act, the office of a director of a public company or its subsidiary becomes vacant at the conclusion of the annual general meeting of shareholders first held after such director attains the age of 70 years, and any re-appointment of such director must be approved by our shareholders by ordinary resolution.
Service Contracts
None of our board members have service contracts with us or any of our businesses providing for benefits upon termination of employment.
Indemnifications and Limitations on Liability
For information on the indemnification and limitations on liability of our directors, see Item 10B. Memorandum and Articles of Association Limitations on Liability and Indemnification Matters.
Committees of our Board of Directors
We have established three committees, which report regularly to our board of directors on matters relating to the specific areas of risk the committees oversee: the audit committee, the nominating and corporate governance committee and the compensation committee. Although we are permitted to follow home country practices with respect to our establishment of audit, nominating and corporate governance, and compensation committees, we have determined that we are in compliance with the requirements in this respect.
Audit Committee
We have established an audit committee to review and discuss with management significant financial, legal and regulatory risks and the steps management takes to monitor, control and report such exposures; our audit committee also oversees the periodic enterprise-wide risk evaluations conducted by management. Specifically, our audit committee oversees the process concerning:
| the quality and integrity of our financial statements and internal controls; |
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| the appointment, compensation, retention, qualifications and independence of our independent registered public accounting firm; |
| the performance of our internal audit function and independent registered public accounting firm; |
| our compliance with legal and regulatory requirements; and |
| related party transactions. |
The members of our audit committee are independent directors and meet the requirements for financial literacy as defined under the applicable rules and regulations of each of the SEC and . Our board of directors has determined that is an audit committee financial expert, as defined under the applicable rules of the SEC, and has the requisite financial sophistication as defined under the applicable rules and regulations of . Our audit committee operates under a written charter that satisfies the applicable standards of each of the SEC and .
Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee
Our nominating and corporate governance committee oversees the management of risks associated with board governance, director independence and conflicts of interest. Specifically, our nominating and corporate governance committee is responsible for identifying qualified candidates to become directors, recommending to the board of directors candidates for all directorships, overseeing the annual evaluation of the board of directors and its committees and taking a leadership role in shaping our corporate governance.
Our nominating and corporate governance committee will consider candidates for director who are recommended by its members, by other board members and members of our management, as well as those identified by any third-party search firms retained by it to assist in identifying and evaluating possible candidates. The nominating and corporate governance committee will also consider recommendations for director candidates submitted by our shareholders. The nominating and corporate governance committee will evaluate and recommend to the board of directors qualified candidates for election, re-election or appointment to the board, as applicable.
When evaluating director candidates, the nominating and corporate governance committee seeks to ensure that the board of directors has the requisite skills, experience and expertise and that its members consist of persons with appropriately diverse and independent backgrounds. The nominating and corporate governance committee will consider all aspects of a candidates qualifications in the context of our needs, including: personal and professional integrity, ethics and values; experience and expertise as an officer in corporate management; experience in the industry of any of our portfolio businesses and international business and familiarity with our operations; experience as a board member of another publicly traded company; practical and mature business judgment; the extent to which a candidate would fill a present need on the board of directors; and the other ongoing commitments and obligations of the candidate. However, the nominating and corporate governance committee does not have any minimum criteria for director candidates. Consideration of new director candidates will typically involve a series of internal discussions, review of information concerning candidates and interviews with selected candidates.
As a foreign private issuer, we are permitted to follow home country practice in lieu of the requirement to have a nominating and corporate governance committee comprised entirely of independent directors. Nonetheless, we have determined that we are in compliance with this requirement and that the members of our nominating and corporate governance committee are independent directors as defined under the applicable rules and regulations of the . Our nominating and corporate governance committee operates under a written charter that satisfies the applicable standards of each of the SEC and .
Compensation Committee
Our compensation committee assists our board in reviewing and approving the compensation structure of our directors and officers, including all forms of compensation to be provided to our directors and officers. The compensation committee is responsible for, among other things:
| reviewing and determining the compensation package for our Chief Executive Officer and other senior executives; |
| reviewing and making recommendations to our board with respect to the compensation of our non-employee directors; |
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| reviewing and approving corporate goals and objectives relevant to the compensation of our Chief Executive Officer and other senior executive, including evaluating their performance in light of such goals and objectives; and |
| reviewing periodically and approving and administering stock options plans, long-term incentive compensation or equity plans, programs or similar arrangements, annual bonuses, employee pension and welfare benefit plans for all employees, including reviewing and approving the granting of options and other incentive awards. |
As a foreign private issuer, we are permitted to follow home country practice in lieu of the requirement to have a compensation committee comprised entirely of independent directors. Nonetheless, we have determined that we are in compliance with this requirement and that the members of our compensation committee are independent directors as defined under the applicable rules and regulations of the . Our compensation committee operates under a written charter that satisfies the applicable standards of each of the SEC .
Code of Ethics and Ethical Guidelines
Our board of directors intends to adopt a code of ethics that describes our commitment to and requirements in connection with ethical issues relevant to business practices and personal conduct.
D. | Employees |
As of December 31, 2013, we, and our consolidated businesses employed 5,766 individuals as follows:
Company |
Number of Employees | |||
IC Power |
709 | |||
ZIM |
4,858 | |||
Other |
199 |
IC Power
As of December 31, 2013, IC Power employed approximately 709 employees, of which 92% and 8% were located within Latin America and Israel, respectively.
ZIM
As of December 31, 2013, ZIM employed approximately 4,858 employees (including employees of its subsidiaries), according to the following distribution:
| Seamen Approximately 201 Israeli officers and approximately 542 rankings and foreign officers; and |
| Coast workers Approximately 4,115 employees, 924 of which are Israeli and 3,191 of which are foreign. |
A majority of ZIMs employees are unionized and ZIM is party to numerous collective agreements with respect to its employees. For further information on the risks related to ZIMs unionized employees, see Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Related to Our Other Businesses and Associated Companies Risks Related to ZIM Labor disruptions could have an adverse effect on ZIMs business. For further information on our employees and the employees of each of our businesses, see Item 4B. Business Overview Our Businesses and Associated Companies.
Other
As of December 31, 2013, Primus and Petrotec employed an aggregate of 199 employees, located within the U.S. (in the case of Primus) and Germany (in the case of Petrotec).
Qoros
As of December 31, 2013, Qoros employed 2,301 employees, consisting of 825 headquarter and 1,476 factory employees within and outside China.
Tower
As of December 31, 2013, Tower employed 2,819 employees, including 1,210 employees located in Israel, 943 employees located in Japan and 655 employees located in the United States.
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E. | Share Ownership |
Interests of our Directors and our Employees
Because of their current or former positions with IC, some of our directors and executive officers will have beneficial ownership interests in our shares upon the consummation of the spin-off.
Outstanding Equity Awards to Certain Executive Officers
Kenon has established a stock incentive plan for its directors and management. The plan provides grants of Kenon shares, as well as stock options in respect of Kenons shares, to management and directors of Kenon, or to officers of Kenons subsidiaries or associated companies, as well as to officers of IC, pursuant to awards, which may be granted by Kenon from time to time, representing up to 3% of the shares of Kenon that will be outstanding upon completion of the spinoff. Kenon has granted awards of shares to certain members of its management. Such shares shall vest upon the satisfaction of certain conditions, including the recipients employment with the group in a specified capacity and Kenons listing on the and the TASE. The aggregate number of shares that will vest will be determined based upon the aggregate fair value of the grants, as determined in the award documents, divided by the average closing price of Kenons shares over the first three trading days commencing upon the listing date. If the conditions are not satisfied prior to December 31, 2015, the grants shall expire, unless otherwise determined by Kenons board of directors or its designated committee.
For further information on the compensation of our directors and executive officers, see Item 6B. Compensation and for further information on our shareholders and related party transactions policy, see Item 7. Major Shareholders and Related Party Transactions.
Equity Awards to Certain Executive Officers Portfolio Business and Associated Companies
Kenon is a party to consulting agreements for executives of some of its businesses and associated companies, which provide for cash payments or equity compensation based on equity of the relevant business or associated company.
ITEM 7. Major Shareholders and Related Party Transactions
A. | Major Shareholders |
The following table sets forth information regarding the beneficial ownership of our ordinary shares immediately after consummation of the spin-off, by each person or entity that we expect to beneficially own 5% or more of our ordinary shares, based upon the composition of ICs shareholder base as of March 27, 2014. As of May 2014, there were 630 record holders of ICs ordinary shares in the U.S., holding 312,480 of ICs ordinary shares (representing approximately 4% of ICs outstanding shares).
Beneficial Owner (Name/Address) |
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Millenium Investments Elad Ltd.1 |
46.9 | % | ||||||
Bank Leumi Le-Israel B.M. |
18.0 | % | ||||||
Directors and Executive Officers2 |
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1. Millenium Investments Elad Ltd., which owns approximately 46.94% of ICs shares, is owned by Mashat (Investments) Ltd., or Mashat, owning 80% of Millenium, and XT Investments Ltd., or XT Investments, owning the remaining 20%. Mashat is owned by Ansonia Holdings B.V., the indirect ultimate owner of which is a discretionary trust in which Mr. Idan Ofer is the beneficiary. XT Investments is owned by XT Holdings Group Ltd., or XT Holdings; 50% of the ordinary shares of XT Holdings are owned by Orona Investments Ltd. (which is indirectly owned by Mr. Ehud Angel) and the remaining 50% of the ordinary shares of XT Holdings are owned by Lynav Holdings Ltd. (which is controlled by a discretionary trust in which Mr. Idan Ofer is a prime beneficiary). Mr. Ofer directly owns approximately 3.85% of the shares of IC. XT Investments also directly owns approximately 1.24% of the shares of IC. Kirby Enterprises Inc., which is indirectly held by the discretionary trust that is the indirect ultimate owner of Mashat as described above, owns approximately 0.74% of the shares of IC. In the spin-off, Kenon shares will be issued on a pro rata basis to holders of IC shares, so the percentage ownership of Kenon shares distributed in the spin-off will be in accordance with the percentage of IC shares held by existing IC shareholders as described above. 2. Represents less than 1%. |
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Beneficial ownership is determined in accordance with the rules and regulations of the SEC. In computing the number of shares beneficially owned by a person and the percentage ownership of that person, we have included shares that such person has the right to acquire within 60 days, including through the exercise of any option, warrant or other right or the conversion of any other security. These shares, however, are not included in the computation of the percentage ownership of any other person.
We are not aware of any arrangement that may, at a subsequent date, result in a change of our control.
B. | Related Party Transactions |
Kenon
IC Loan
In connection with the consummation of the spin-off, IC will advance $ million to us in the form of a ten-year loan, bearing interest at a rate of % per annum. For further information on the terms of the loan from IC to Kenon, see Item 5B. Liquidity and Capital Resources Kenons Commitments and Obligations IC Capital Contribution. For information on the risks related to Kenons ability to repay, and compliance with, the term loan from IC, see Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Related to Our Diversified Strategy and Operations Kenon will have obligations owing to IC, which could be substantial.
Separation and Distribution Agreement
In connection with the spin-off, we expect to enter into a Separation and Distribution Agreement with IC that sets forth, among other things, our agreements with IC regarding the principal transactions necessary to separate our businesses and associated companies from IC and its other businesses. The Separation and Distribution Agreement will also set forth other agreements that govern the distribution and certain aspects of our relationship with IC after the distribution date. For further information on the terms of the Separation and Distribution Agreement, see Item 4A. History and Development of the Company Mechanics of the Spin-Off Separation and Distribution Agreement.
Registration Rights Agreements
In connection with the spin-off, we expect to enter into registration rights agreements with regard to the shares that will be owned by certain significant shareholders as well as any shares they purchase in the future (all such shares, Registrable Securities). Under the registration rights agreements, these significant shareholders will have the right to cause us to register under the Securities Act and applicable state securities laws the offer and sale of the Registrable Securities. Subject to the terms and conditions of our registration rights agreements, these registration rights allow these significant shareholders or certain qualified assignees holding any Registrable Securities to require registration of such Registrable Securities and to include any such Registrable Securities in a registration by us of common shares, including common shares offered by us or by any shareholder. In connection with any registration of common shares held by these significant shareholders or certain qualified assignees, we will indemnify each shareholder participating in the registration and its officers, directors and controlling persons from and against any liabilities under the Securities Act or any applicable state securities laws arising from the registration statement or prospectus. We will bear all costs and expenses incidental to any registration, excluding any underwriting discounts.
ZIM
ZIM is party to numerous related party transactions with certain of our affiliates. Set forth below is a summary of such material transactions, which relates to ZIMs leasing of a portion of its vessels from related parties.
ZIMs Vessels and Operating Leases; ZIMs Restructuring Plan
As of December 31, 2013, ZIM jointly owned 4 of its vessels with, and leased 11 of its 61 leased vessels from, related parties. In 2013 and 2012, ZIM paid $102 million and $103 million, respectively, to related parties in connection with these charter hires. As a result of, among other things, the going concern reference in ZIMs third quarter 2013, and subsequent, financial statements, the underlying lease agreements relating to ZIMs charter hires (except with respect to the charter hire fees reduced in accordance with the terms of ZIMs financial restructuring in 2009) were subject to cancellation upon ZIMs receipt of notification of such cancellation from
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the ship owners. In connection with its restructuring plan, ZIM negotiated the reduction of the charter fees associated with its leases, including with respect to its lease agreements with related party vessel owners. The charter hire fees of ship owners party to the January 22, 2014 non-binding term sheet were reduced pursuant to a minimum tariff mechanism. The minimum tariff will be updated annually. With the exception of charter rates payable to Zodiac, charter rates payable to the related parties will be $1,000 per day lower than the rates applicable in respect to the same vessel size and type. The future reduction in charter hire, discounted by 8%, and the charter hire reductions from 2009 until the effective date of the restructuring of ZIMs debt constituted a deficiency claim, entitling third party ship owners to their portion in the Series C Debt as well as their portion in an additional series of debt, the Series D debt, as set forth below and to a portion of ZIMs shares. Related parties, with the exception of Zodiac, waived their rights with respect to their deficiency claim as described below.
Vessel owners who are related parties agreed to a larger reduction in charter fees, as compared to the reduction in charter fees agreed upon with third party vessel owners. The following table sets forth summary information regarding the vessels leased to ZIM by related ship owners as of April 30, 2014, and their reductions in connection with ZIMs restructuring plan:
Daily lease fees due to be paid in |
Daily lease fees (in USD/day) |
Date of termination of the lease agreement1 |
Capacity (TEU) | Age of ship in years (according to year of construction and as of December 31, 2013) |
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Daily Lease Tariff2 |
23,000 | April 2016 | 4,250 | 7 | ||||||||||
11,898 |
23,000 | October 2017 | 4,250 | 6 | ||||||||||
18,5003 |
31,500 | April 2015 | 6,350 | 5 | ||||||||||
16,000 |
31,5004 | March 2019 | 6,350 | 4 | ||||||||||
11,898 |
28,200 up to August 2016; 30,200 for the balance of the period |
June 2022 | 4,250 | 5 | 3 | |||||||||
11,898 |
28,200 up to August 2016; 30,200 for the balance of the period |
June 2022 | 4,250 | 6 | 3 | |||||||||
Not relevant |
23,550 | June 2014 | 4,992 | 11 | ||||||||||
Not relevant |
22,150 | May 2014 | 4,992 | 9 | ||||||||||
14,000 |
14,000 | July 2014 | 5,280 | 7 | 20 | |||||||||
11,8988 |
23,000 | October 2016 | 4,250 | 7 | ||||||||||
11,8988 |
23,000 | February 2017 | 4,250 | 6 | ||||||||||
Not relevant9 |
23,000 | March 2017 | 4,250 | 6 | ||||||||||
Not relevant9 |
23,000 | September 2017 | 4,250 | 6 | ||||||||||
Not relevant |
23,550 | May 2014 | 4,992 | 11 | ||||||||||
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1. | In some of the lease agreements, there is a possibility to return the ships within a period of up to 120 days after the date specified in the above table. |
2. | Vessel is owned by Zodiac which, pursuant to the terms of the term sheet and the discussions preceding it, is not required to be chartered at rates that are $1,000 per day lower than the rates applicable in respect of the same vessel size and type. Zodiacs daily lease tariff shall be the average daily operating expenses, plus the average daily financing expenses of the vessel in 2013. In ZIMs estimation, the daily lease tariff shall not exceed $14,500. |
3. | Vessel is owned by Zodiac which, pursuant to the terms of the term sheet and the discussions preceding it, is not required to be chartered at rates that are $1,000 per day lower than the rates applicable in respect of the same vessel size and type. Zodiacs daily lease tariff shall be determined in accordance with the average short-term tariff of similar vessels, as prevailing in April 2014 and received from three brokers. |
4. | Vessel was sub-leased to a third party until May 2014. |
5. | The capacity of the containers of the ship is actually 4,221 TEU. |
6. | The capacity of the containers of the ship is actually 4,221 TEU. |
7. | In terms of units (a ship for the transportation of cars). |
8. | Vessels are jointly-owned (in equal shares) by ZIM and XT. In connection with the completion of ZIMs financial restructuring, the ownership was split so that two ships are exclusively owned by XT and two ships are exclusively owned by ZIM, each such transfer occurring without consideration. ZIM shall continue to lease the two ships which shall be wholly-owned by XT, and it shall pay the above-mentioned tariff. |
9. | Vessels are jointly-owned (in equal shares) by ZIM and XT. In connection with the completion of ZIMs financial restructuring, the ownership was split so that two ships are exclusively owned by XT and two ships are exclusively owned by ZIM, each such transfer occurring without consideration. ZIM shall not pay lease fees in respect of these ships. |
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In accordance with the terms of ZIMs restructuring plan, related parties (excluding Zodiac) shall have the right to cancel ZIMs lease agreements as of January 1, 2016, subject to the following terms and conditions:
| no more than four related party lease agreements, in the aggregate, shall be cancelled during one calendar year; and |
| no more than one related party lease agreement shall be cancelled during one calendar quarter. |
Upon the delivery of a related partys notice of cancellation of its lease agreement, the relevant lease agreement shall terminate upon the later of:
| 60 days from the date of submission of the cancellation notice by the related party, provided that the delivery of the ship shall be done in the region agreed upon in advance in the lease agreement as the region for the return of the ship to its owner; |
| the period of time required for the relevant ship to reach the region agreed upon in advance in the lease agreement as the region for the return of the ship to its owner; or |
| the period of time determined in the original lease agreement, provided that the delivery of the ship shall be done in the region agreed upon in advance in the lease agreement as the region for the return of the ship to its owner. |
For further information on ZIMs restructuring plans, see Item 4B. Business Overview Our Businesses and Associated Companies ZIM Operational and Financial Restructuring ZIMs Financial Restructuring and Item 5B. Liquidity and Capital Resources ZIM ZIMs Restructuring Plan.
C. | Interests of Experts and Counsel |
Not applicable.
A. | Consolidated Statements and Other Financial Information |
For a list of all financial statements filed as a part of this registration statement, see Item 17. Financial Statements. For information on export sales as well as our legal proceedings, see Item 4B. Business Overview. For information on our dividend policy, see Item 10B. Memorandum and Articles of Association.
B. | Significant Changes |
For information on any significant changes that may have occurred since the date of our annual financial statements, see Item 5. Operating and Financial Review and Prospects.
A. | Offer and Listing Details. |
As of , 2014, we had ordinary shares, no par value, issued and outstanding. No additional shares will be issued in connection with this registration statements. For information on the rights attached to our ordinary shares, see Item 10B. Memorandum and Articles of Association.
B. | Plan of Distribution. |
Not applicable.
C. | Markets |
There is no existing public trading market for our ordinary shares. However, we are in the process of applying to have our ordinary shares listed on and the TASE, each under the symbol . We make no representation that such applications will be approved or that our ordinary shares will trade on such markets, either now or at any time in the future. The listing of our ordinary shares on each of and the TASE is subject to our fulfilling all of the requirements of each of and the TASE on or before , 2014.
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D. | Selling Shareholders |
Not applicable.
E. | Dilution. |
Not applicable.
F. | Expenses of the Issue |
Not applicable.
ITEM 10. Additional Information
A. | Share Capital |
As of , 2014, we had ordinary shares, no par value, issued and outstanding. No additional shares will be issued in connection with this registration statement.
We currently have only one class of issued and outstanding shares, which have identical rights in all respects and rank equally with one another. Our ordinary shares have no par value and there is no authorized share capital under Singapore law. There is a provision in our articles of association to enable us in specified circumstances to issue shares with preferential, deferred or other special rights or restrictions as our directors may determine, subject to the provisions of the Singapore Companies Act and our articles of association.
All ordinary shares presently issued are fully paid and existing shareholders are not subject to any calls on shares. Although Singapore law does not recognize the concept of non-assessability with respect to newly-issued shares, we note that any purchaser of our shares who has fully paid up all amounts due with respect to such shares will not be subject under Singapore law to any personal liability to contribute to the assets or liabilities of our company in such purchasers capacity solely as a holder of such shares. We believe that this interpretation is substantively consistent with the concept of non-assessability under most, if not all, U.S. state corporations laws. All shares are in registered form. We cannot, except in the circumstances permitted by the Singapore Companies Act, grant any financial assistance for the acquisition or proposed acquisition of our own shares.
For further information on our ordinary shares, see Item 10B. Memorandum and Articles of Association.
B. | Memorandum and Articles of Association |
The following description of our memorandum and articles of association are summaries and are qualified by reference to the memorandum and articles of association, copies of which will be filed with the SEC.
New Shares
Under Singapore law, new shares may be issued only with the prior approval of our shareholders in a general meeting. General approval may be sought from our shareholders in a general meeting for the issue of shares. Approval, if granted, will lapse at the earlier of:
| the conclusion of the next annual general meeting; |
| the expiration of the period within which the next annual general meeting is required by law to be held (i.e., within 18 months from our incorporation date (and in the case of subsequent periods, 15 months)) or six months from our financial year end, being December 31, whichever is earlier; or |
| the subsequent revocation or modification of approval by our shareholders acting at a duly convened general meeting. |
Our shareholders have provided such general authority to issue new shares until the conclusion of our 2015 annual general meeting. Subject to this and the provisions of the Singapore Companies Act and our articles of association, all new shares are under the control of the directors who may allot and issue new shares to such persons on such terms and conditions and with the rights and restrictions as they may think fit to impose.
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Preference Shares
Our articles of association provide that we may issue shares of a different class with preferential, deferred, qualified or other special rights, privileges or conditions as our board of directors may determine. Under the Singapore Companies Act, our preference shareholders will have the right to attend any general meeting insofar as the circumstances set forth below apply and in a poll at such general meeting, to have at least one vote for every preference share held:
| upon any resolution concerning the winding-up of our company; |
| upon any resolution which varies the rights attached to such preference shares; or |
| when the dividends to be paid on our preference shares are more than twelve months in arrears, for the period they remain unpaid. |
We may, subject to the prior approval in a general meeting of our shareholders, issue preference shares which are, or at our option, subject to redemption provided that such preference shares may not be redeemed out of capital unless:
| all the directors have made a solvency statement in relation to such redemption; and |
| we have lodged a copy of the statement with the Singapore Registrar of Companies. |
Further, the shares must be fully paid-up before they are redeemed.
Transfer of Ordinary Shares
Subject to applicable securities laws in relevant jurisdictions and our articles of association, our ordinary shares are freely transferable. Shares may be transferred by a duly signed instrument of transfer in any usual or common form or in a form acceptable to our directors. The directors may decline to register any transfer unless, among other things, evidence of payment of any stamp duty payable with respect to the transfer is provided together with other evidence of ownership and title as the directors may require. We will replace lost or destroyed certificates for shares upon notice to us and upon, among other things, the applicant furnishing evidence and indemnity as the directors may require and the payment of all applicable fees.
Election and Re-election of Directors
Under our articles of association, the shareholders may by ordinary resolution, or our board of directors may, appoint any person to be a director as an additional director or to fill a casual vacancy, provided that any person so appointed by our board of directors shall hold office only until the next annual general meeting, and shall then be eligible for re-election.
Under our articles of association, no person other than a director retiring at a general meeting is eligible for appointment as a director at any general meeting, without the recommendation of the Board for election, unless (a) in the case of a member or members who in aggregate hold(s) more than fifty percent of the total number of our issued and paid-up shares (excluding treasury shares), not less than ten days, or (b) in the case of a member or members who in aggregate hold(s) more than five percent of the total number of our issued and paid-up shares (excluding treasury shares), not less than 120 days, before the date of the notice provided to members in connection with the general meeting, a written notice signed by such member or members (other than the person to be proposed for appointment) who (i) are qualified to attend and vote at the meeting for which such notice is given, and (ii) have held shares representing the prescribed threshold in (a) or (b) above, for a continuous period of at least one year prior to the date on which such notice is given, is lodged at our registered office. Such a notice must also include the consent of the person nominated.
Under our articles of association, at each annual general meeting, one-third of the directors shall retire from office by rotation. The directors to retire at such annual general meeting shall be those who have been longest in office since their last re-election or appointment. A retiring director is eligible for re-election. The general meeting may by ordinary resolution fill the office being vacated by the retiring director by electing the retiring director or some other person eligible for appointment. In default, the retiring director shall be deemed to have been re-elected except in certain scenarios specified in our articles of association.
Shareholders Meetings
We are required to hold an annual general meeting each year. Our first annual general meeting must be held not more than 18 months from our incorporation date and subsequently, not more than 15 months after the holding of the last preceding annual general meeting, in each case, not later than six months from our financial
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year end, being December 31. The directors may convene an extraordinary general meeting whenever they think fit and they must do so upon the written request of shareholders representing not less than one-tenth of the paid-up capital as at the date of deposit carries the right to vote at general meetings (disregarding paid-up capital held as treasury shares). In addition, two or more shareholders holding not less than one-tenth of our total number of issued shares (excluding our treasury shares) may call a meeting of our shareholders. The Singapore Companies Act requires not less than:
| 14 days written notice to be given by Kenon of a general meeting to pass an ordinary resolution; and |
| 21 days written notice to be given by Kenon of a general meeting to pass a special resolution, |
to every member and the auditors of Kenon. Our articles of association further provide that in computing the notice period, both the day on which the notice is served, or deemed to be served, and the day for which the notice is given shall be excluded.
Unless otherwise required by law or by our articles of association, voting at general meetings is by ordinary resolution, requiring the affirmative vote of a simple majority of the shares present in person or represented by proxy at the meeting and entitled to vote on the resolution. An ordinary resolution suffices, for example, for appointments of directors. A special resolution, requiring an affirmative vote of not less than three-fourths of the shares present in person or represented by proxy at the meeting and entitled to vote on the resolution, is necessary for certain matters under Singapore law, such as an alteration of our articles of association.
Voting Rights
Voting at any meeting of shareholders is by a show of hands unless a poll is duly demanded before or on the declaration of the result of the show of hands. If voting is by a show of hands, every shareholder who is entitled to vote and who is present in person or by proxy at the meeting has one vote. On a poll, every shareholder who is present in person or by proxy or by attorney, or in the case of a corporation, by a representative, has one vote for every share held by him.
Dividends
We have no current plans to pay annual or semi-annual cash dividends. However, as part of our strategy, we may, in the event that we divest a portion of, or our entire equity interest in, any of our businesses or associated companies, distribute such cash proceeds or declare a distribution-in-kind of shares in our businesses. No dividend may be paid except out of profits and we do not expect to have any distributable profits at the time of the spin-off. Any dividends would be limited by the amount of available distributable reserves, which, under Singapore law, will be assessed on the basis of Kenons standalone unconsolidated accounts (which will be based upon the SFRS). Kenon expects that the opening balance of its retained earnings in such financials will be zero. However, under Singapore law, it is possible to effect a capital reduction exercise to return cash and/or assets to our shareholders. The completion of a capital reduction exercise may require the approval of the Singapore Courts, and we may not be successful in our attempts to obtain such approval.
Additionally, because we are a holding company, our ability to pay cash dividends, or declare a distribution-in-kind of the ordinary shares of any of our businesses, may be limited by restrictions on our ability to obtain sufficient funds through dividends from our businesses, including restrictions under the terms of the agreements governing the indebtedness of our businesses. Subject to the foregoing, the payment of cash dividends in the future, if any, will be at the discretion of our board of directors and will depend upon such factors as earnings levels, capital requirements, contractual restrictions, our overall financial condition, available distributable reserves and any other factors deemed relevant by our board of directors. Generally, a final dividend is declared out of profits disclosed by the accounts presented to the annual general meeting, and requires approval of our shareholders. However, our board of directors can declare interim dividends without approval of our shareholders.
Bonus and Rights Issues
In a general meeting, our shareholders may, upon the recommendation of the directors, capitalize any reserves or profits and distribute them as fully paid bonus shares to the shareholders in proportion to their shareholdings.
Takeovers
The Singapore Code on Take-overs and Mergers, the Singapore Companies Act and the Singapore Securities and Futures Act regulate, among other things, the acquisition of ordinary shares of Singapore-incorporated public companies. Any person acquiring an interest, whether by a series of transactions over a period of time or not, either on his own or together with parties acting in concert with such person, in 30% or
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more of our voting shares, or, if such person holds, either on his own or together with parties acting in concert with such person, between 30% and 50% (both amounts inclusive) of our voting shares, and if such person (or parties acting in concert with such person) acquires additional voting shares representing more than 1% of our voting shares in any six-month period, must, except with the consent of the Securities Industry Council in Singapore, extend a mandatory takeover offer for the remaining voting shares in accordance with the provisions of the Singapore Code on Take-overs and Mergers.
Parties acting in concert comprise individuals or companies who, pursuant to an agreement or understanding (whether formal or informal), cooperate, through the acquisition by any of them of shares in a company, to obtain or consolidate effective control of that company. Certain persons are presumed (unless the presumption is rebutted) to be acting in concert with each other. They include:
| a company and its related companies, the associated companies of any of the company and its related companies, companies whose associated companies include any of these companies and any person who has provided financial assistance (other than a bank in the ordinary course of business) to any of the foregoing for the purchase of voting rights; |
| a company and its directors (including their close relatives, related trusts and companies controlled by any of the directors, their close relatives and related trusts); |
| a company and its pension funds and employee share schemes; |
| a person and any investment company, unit trust or other fund whose investment such person manages on a discretionary basis but only in respect of the investment account which such person manages; |
| a financial or other professional adviser, including a stockbroker, and its clients in respect of shares held by the adviser and persons controlling, controlled by or under the same control as the adviser and all the funds managed by the adviser on a discretionary basis, where the shareholdings of the adviser and any of those funds in the client total 10% or more of the clients equity share capital; |
| directors of a company (including their close relatives, related trusts and companies controlled by any of such directors, their close relatives and related trusts) which is subject to an offer or where the directors have reason to believe a bona fide offer for the company may be imminent partners; and |
| an individual and such persons close relatives, related trusts, any person who is accustomed to act in accordance with such persons instructions and companies controlled by the individual, such persons close relatives, related trusts or any person who is accustomed to act in accordance with such persons instructions and any person who has provided financial assistance (other than a bank in the ordinary course of business) to any of the foregoing for the purchase of voting rights. |
Subject to certain exceptions, a mandatory takeover offer must be in cash or be accompanied by a cash alternative at not less than the highest price paid by the offeror or parties acting in concert with the offeror during the offer period and within the six months preceding the acquisition of shares that triggered the mandatory offer obligation.
Under the Singapore Code on Take-overs and Mergers, where effective control of a company is acquired or consolidated by a person, or persons acting in concert, a general offer to all other shareholders is normally required. An offeror must treat all shareholders of the same class in an offeree company equally. A fundamental requirement is that shareholders in the company subject to the takeover offer must be given sufficient information, advice and time to consider and decide on the offer. These legal requirements may impede or delay a takeover of our company by a third-party.
We may submit an application to the Securities Industry Council of Singapore for a waiver from the Singapore Code on Take-overs and Mergers so that the Singapore Code on Take-overs and Mergers will not apply to our company for so long as we are not listed on a securities exchange in Singapore. We will make an appropriate announcement if we submit the application and when the result of the application is known.
Liquidation or Other Return of Capital
On a winding-up or other return of capital, subject to any special rights attaching to any other class of shares, holders of ordinary shares will be entitled to participate in any surplus assets in proportion to their shareholdings.
Limitations on Rights to Hold or Vote Ordinary Shares
Except as discussed above under Takeovers, there are no limitations imposed by the laws of Singapore or by our articles of association on the right of non-resident shareholders to hold or vote ordinary shares.
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Limitations of Liability and Indemnification Matters
Our articles of association provide that, subject to the provisions of the Singapore Companies Act, every director, secretary or other officer of our company or our subsidiaries and affiliates shall be entitled to be indemnified by our company against all costs, charges, losses, expenses and liabilities incurred by him or her in the execution and discharge of his or her duties (and where he serves at our request as a director, officer, employee or agent of any of our subsidiary or affiliate) or in relation thereto and in particular and without prejudice to the generality of the foregoing, no director, secretary or other officer of our company shall be liable for the acts, receipts, neglects or defaults of any other director or officer or for joining in any receipt or other act for conformity or for any loss or expense happening to our company through the insufficiency or deficiency of title to any property acquired by order of the directors for or on behalf of our company or for the insufficiency or deficiency of any security in or upon which any of the moneys of our company shall be invested or for any loss or damage arising from the bankruptcy, insolvency or tortious act of any person with whom any moneys, securities or effects shall be deposited or left or for any other loss, damage or misfortune whatever which shall happen in the execution of the duties of his or her office or in relation thereto unless the same shall happen through his or her own negligence, default, breach of duty or breach of trust.
The limitation of liability and indemnification provisions in our articles of association may discourage shareholders from bringing a lawsuit against directors for breach of their fiduciary duties. They may also reduce the likelihood of derivative litigation against directors and officers, even though an action, if successful, might benefit us and our shareholders. A shareholders investment may be harmed to the extent we pay the costs of settlement and damage awards against directors and officers pursuant to these indemnification provisions. Insofar as indemnification for liabilities arising under the Securities Act may be permitted to our directors, officers and
controlling persons pursuant to the foregoing provisions, or otherwise, we have been advised that, in the opinion of the SEC, such indemnification is against public policy as expressed in the Securities Act, and is, therefore, unenforceable.
Comparison of Shareholder Rights
We are incorporated under the laws of Singapore. The following discussion summarizes material differences between the rights of holders of our ordinary shares and the rights of holders of the common stock of a typical corporation incorporated under the laws of the state of Delaware which result from differences in governing documents and the laws of Singapore and Delaware.
This discussion does not purport to be a complete statement of the rights of holders of our ordinary shares under applicable law in Singapore and our articles of association or the rights of holders of the common stock of a typical corporation under applicable Delaware law and a typical certificate of incorporation and bylaws.
The Singapore Companies Act contains the default articles that apply to a Singapore-incorporated company to the extent they are not excluded or modified by a companys articles of association. They provide examples of the common provisions adopted by companies in their articles of association. However, as is the usual practice for companies incorporated in Singapore, we have specifically excluded the application of these provisions in our articles of association, which we refer to below as our articles.
Delaware |
Singapore Kenon Holdings Ltd. | |
Board of Directors | ||
A typical certificate of incorporation and bylaws would provide that the number of directors on the board of directors will be fixed from time to time by a vote of the majority of the authorized directors. Under Delaware law, a board of directors can be divided into classes and cumulative voting in the election of directors is only permitted if expressly authorized in a corporations certificate of incorporation. | The articles of association of companies will typically state the minimum and maximum number of directors as well as provide that the number of directors may be increased or reduced by shareholders via ordinary resolution passed at a general meeting, provided that the number of directors following such increase or reduction is within the maximum and minimum number of directors provided in our articles and the Singapore Companies Act, respectively. Our articles provide that, unless otherwise determined by a general meeting, the minimum number of directors is five and the maximum number is 12. |
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Delaware |
Singapore Kenon Holdings Ltd. | |
Limitation on Personal Liability of Directors | ||
A typical certificate of incorporation provides for the elimination of personal monetary liability of directors for breach of fiduciary duties as directors to the fullest extent permissible under the laws of Delaware, except for liability (i) for any breach of a directors loyalty to the corporation or its stockholders, (ii) for acts or omissions not in good faith or which involve intentional misconduct or a knowing violation of law, (iii) under Section 174 of the Delaware General Corporation Law (relating to the liability of directors for unlawful payment of a dividend or an unlawful stock purchase or redemption) or (iv) for any transaction from which the director derived an improper personal benefit. A typical certificate of incorporation would also provide that if the Delaware General Corporation Law is amended so as to allow further elimination of, or limitations on, director liability, then the liability of directors will be eliminated or limited to the fullest extent permitted by the Delaware General Corporation Law as so amended. | Pursuant to the Singapore Companies Act, any provision (whether in the articles of association, contract or otherwise) exempting or indemnifying a director against any liability for negligence, default, breach of duty or breach of trust of which he may be guilty in relation to Kenon will be void. Nevertheless, a director can be released by the shareholders of Kenon for breaches of duty to Kenon, except in the case of fraud, illegality, insolvency and oppression or disregard of minority interests.
Our articles of association provide that, subject to the provisions of the Singapore Companies Act and every other act for the time being in force concerning companies and affecting Kenon, every director, auditor, secretary or other officer of Kenon and its subsidiaries and affiliates shall be entitled to be indemnified by Kenon against all liabilities incurred by him in the execution and discharge of his duties and where he serves at the request of Kenon as a director, officer, employee or agent of any subsidiary or affiliate of Kenon or in relation thereto, including any liability incurred by him in defending any proceedings, whether civil or criminal, which relate to anything done or omitted or alleged to have been done or omitted by him as an officer or employee of Kenon, and in which judgment is given in his favor (or the proceedings otherwise disposed of without any finding or admission of any material breach of duty on his part) or in which he is acquitted, or in connection with an application under statute in respect of such act or omission in which relief is granted to him by the court. | |
Interested Shareholders | ||
Section 203 of the Delaware General Corporation Law generally prohibits a Delaware corporation from engaging in specified corporate transactions (such as mergers, stock and asset sales, and loans) with an interested stockholder for three years following the time that the stockholder becomes an interested stockholder. Subject to specified exceptions, an interested stockholder is a person or group that owns 15% or more of the corporations outstanding voting stock (including any rights to acquire stock pursuant to an option, warrant, agreement, arrangement or understanding, or upon the exercise of conversion or exchange rights, and stock with respect to which the person has voting rights only), or is an affiliate or associate of the corporation and was the owner of 15% or more of the voting stock at any time within the previous three years.
A Delaware corporation may elect to opt out of, and not be governed by, Section 203 through a provision in either its original certificate of incorporation, or an amendment to its original certificate or bylaws that was approved by majority stockholder vote. With a limited exception, this amendment would not become effective until 12 months following its adoption. |
There are no comparable provisions in Singapore with respect to public companies which are not listed on the Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Limited. |
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Delaware |
Singapore Kenon Holdings Ltd. | |
Removal of Directors | ||
A typical certificate of incorporation and bylaws provide that, subject to the rights of holders of any preferred stock, directors may be removed at any time by the affirmative vote of the holders of at least a majority, or in some instances a supermajority, of the voting power of all of the then outstanding shares entitled to vote generally in the election of directors, voting together as a single class. A certificate of incorporation could also provide that such a right is only exercisable when a director is being removed for cause (removal of a director only for cause is the default rule in the case of a classified board). | According to the Singapore Companies Act, directors of a public company may be removed before expiration of their term of office with or without cause by ordinary resolution (i.e., a resolution which is passed by a simple majority of those shareholders present and voting in person or by proxy). Notice of the intention to move such a resolution has to be given to Kenon not less than 28 days before the meeting at which it is moved. Kenon shall then give notice of such resolution to its shareholders not less than 14 days before the meeting. Where any director removed in this manner was appointed to represent the interests of any particular class of shareholders or debenture holders, the resolution to remove such director will not take effect until such directors successor has been appointed.
Our articles of association provide that Kenon may by ordinary resolution of which special notice has been given, remove any director before the expiration of his period of office, notwithstanding anything in our articles of association or in any agreement between Kenon and such director and appoint another person in place of the director so removed. | |
Filling Vacancies on the Board of Directors | ||
A typical certificate of incorporation and bylaws provide that, subject to the rights of the holders of any preferred stock, any vacancy, whether arising through death, resignation, retirement, disqualification, removal, an increase in the number of directors or any other reason, may be filled by a majority vote of the remaining directors, even if such directors remaining in office constitute less than a quorum, or by the sole remaining director. Any newly elected director usually holds office for the remainder of the full term expiring at the annual meeting of stockholders at which the term of the class of directors to which the newly elected director has been elected expires. | The articles of a Singapore company typically provide that the directors have the power to appoint any person to be a director, either to fill a vacancy or as an addition to the existing directors, but so that the total number of directors will not at any time exceed the maximum number fixed in the articles. Any newly elected director shall hold office until the next following annual general meeting, where such director will then be eligible for re-election. Our articles provide that the shareholders may by ordinary resolution, or the directors may, appoint any person to be a director as an additional director or to fill a vacancy provided that any person so appointed by the directors will only hold office until the next annual general meeting, and will then be eligible for re-election. | |
Amendment of Governing Documents | ||
Under the Delaware General Corporation Law, amendments to a corporations certificate of incorporation require the approval of stockholders holding a majority of the outstanding shares entitled to vote on the amendment. If a class vote on the amendment is required by the Delaware General Corporation Law, a majority of the outstanding stock of the class is required, unless a greater proportion is specified in the certificate of incorporation or by other provisions of the Delaware General Corporation Law. Under the Delaware General Corporation Law, the board of directors may amend bylaws if so authorized in the charter. The stockholders of a Delaware corporation also have the power to amend bylaws. | Our memorandum and articles may be altered by special resolution (i.e., a resolution passed by at least a three-fourths majority of the shares entitled to vote, present in person or by proxy at a meeting for which not less than 21 days written notice is given). The board of directors has no right to amend the memorandum or articles. |
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Meetings of Shareholders | ||
Annual and Special Meetings
Typical bylaws provide that annual meetings of stockholders are to be held on a date and at a time fixed by the board of directors. Under the Delaware General Corporation Law, a special meeting of stockholders may be called by the board of directors or by any other person authorized to do so in the certificate of incorporation or the bylaws. |
Annual General Meetings
All companies are required to hold an annual general meeting once every calendar year. The first annual general meeting must be held within 18 months of Kenons incorporation and subsequently, not more than 15 months may elapse between annual general meetings.
Extraordinary General Meetings
Any general meeting other than the annual general meeting is called an extraordinary general meeting. Two or more members (shareholders) holding not less than 10% of the total number of issued shares (excluding treasury shares) may call an extraordinary general meeting. In addition, the articles usually also provide that general meetings may be convened in accordance with the Singapore Companies Act by the directors.
Notwithstanding anything in the articles, the directors are required to convene a general meeting if required to do so by requisition (i.e., written notice to directors requiring that a meeting be called) by shareholder(s) holding not less than 10% of the paid-up capital of Kenon carrying voting rights.
Our articles provide that the directors may, whenever they think fit, convene an extraordinary general meeting. | |
Quorum Requirements
Under the Delaware General Corporation Law, a corporations certificate of incorporation or bylaws can specify the number of shares which constitute the quorum required to conduct business at a meeting, provided that in no event shall a quorum consist of less than one-third of the shares entitled to vote at a meeting. |
Quorum Requirements
Our articles provide that shareholders entitled to vote holding 33 and 1/3 of our issued and paid-up shares, present in person or by proxy at a meeting, shall be a quorum. In the event a quorum is not present, the meeting may be adjourned for one week. |
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Indemnification of Officers, Directors and Employers | ||
Under the Delaware General Corporation Law, subject to specified limitations in the case of derivative suits brought by a corporations stockholders in its name, a corporation may indemnify any person who is made a party to any third-party action, suit or proceeding on account of being a director, officer, employee or agent of the corporation (or was serving at the request of the corporation in such capacity for another corporation, partnership, joint venture, trust or other enterprise) against expenses, including attorneys fees, judgments, fines and amounts paid in settlement actually and reasonably incurred by him or her in connection with the action, suit or proceeding through, among other things, a majority vote of a quorum consisting of directors who were not parties to the suit or proceeding, if the person:
acted in good faith and in a manner he or she reasonably believed to be in or not opposed to the best interests of the corporation or, in some circumstances, at least not opposed to its best interests; and
in a criminal proceeding, had no reasonable cause to believe his or her conduct was unlawful.
Delaware corporate law permits indemnification by a corporation under similar circumstances for expenses (including attorneys fees) actually and reasonably incurred by such persons in connection with the defense or settlement of a derivative action or suit, except that no indemnification may be made in respect of any claim, issue or matter as to which the person is adjudged to be liable to the corporation unless the Delaware Court of Chancery or the court in which the action or suit was brought determines upon application that the person is fairly and reasonably entitled to indemnity for the expenses which the court deems to be proper.
To the extent a director, officer, employee or agent is successful in the defense of such an action, suit or proceeding, the corporation is required by Delaware corporate law to indemnify such person for reasonable expenses incurred thereby. Expenses (including attorneys fees) incurred by such persons in defending any action, suit or proceeding may be paid in advance of the final disposition of such action, suit or proceeding upon receipt of an undertaking by or on behalf of that person to repay the amount if it is ultimately determined that that person is not entitled to be so indemnified. |
The Singapore Companies Act specifically provides that Kenon is allowed to:
purchase and maintain for any officer insurance against any liability which by law would otherwise attach to such officer in respect of any negligence, default, breach of duty or breach of trust of which such officer may be guilty in relation to Kenon;
indemnify such officer or auditor against any liability incurred by such officer or auditor in defending any proceedings (whether civil or criminal) in which judgment is given in such officers favor or in which such officer is acquitted; or
indemnify such officer or auditor against any liability incurred by such officer or auditor in connection with any application under specified sections of the Singapore Companies Act in which relief is granted to such officer or auditor by a court.
In cases where, inter alia, an officer is sued by Kenon the Singapore Companies Act gives the court the power to relieve directors either wholly or partially from the consequences of their negligence, default, breach of duty or breach of trust. However, Singapore case law has indicated that such relief will not be granted to a director who has benefited as a result of his or her breach of trust. In order for relief to be obtained, it must be shown that (i) the director acted reasonably; (ii) the director acted honestly; and (iii) it is fair, having regard to all the circumstances of the case including those connected with such directors appointment, to excuse the director.
Our articles of association provide that, subject to the provisions of the Singapore Companies Act and every other act for the time being in force concerning companies and affecting Kenon, every director, auditor, secretary or other officer of Kenon and its subsidiaries and affiliates shall be entitled to be indemnified by Kenon against all liabilities incurred by him in the execution and discharge of his duties and where he serves at the request of Kenon as a director, officer, employee or agent of any subsidiary or affiliate of Kenon or in relation thereto, including any liability incurred by him in defending any proceedings, whether civil or criminal, which relate to anything done or omitted or alleged to have been done or omitted by him as an officer or employee of Kenon, and in which judgment is given in his favor (or the proceedings otherwise disposed of without any finding or admission of any material breach of duty on his part) or in which he is acquitted, or in connection with an application under statute in respect of such act or omission in which relief is granted to him by the court. |
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Shareholder Approval of Business Combinations | ||
Generally, under the Delaware General Corporation Law, completion of a merger, consolidation, or the sale, lease or exchange of substantially all of a corporations assets or dissolution requires approval by the board of directors and by a majority (unless the certificate of incorporation requires a higher percentage) of outstanding stock of the corporation entitled to vote.
The Delaware General Corporation Law also requires a special vote of stockholders in connection with a business combination with an interested stockholder as defined in section 203 of the Delaware General Corporation Law. For further information on such provisions, see Interested Shareholders above. |
The Singapore Companies Act mandates that specified corporate actions require approval by the shareholders in a general meeting, notably:
notwithstanding anything in Kenons memorandum or articles, directors are not permitted to carry into effect any proposals for disposing of the whole or substantially the whole of Kenons undertaking or property unless those proposals have been approved by shareholders in a general meeting;
subject to the memorandum of each amalgamating company, an amalgamation proposal must be approved by the shareholders of each amalgamating company via special resolution at a general meeting; and
notwithstanding anything in Kenons memorandum or articles, the directors may not, without the prior approval of shareholders, issue shares, including shares being issued in connection with corporate actions. | |
Shareholder Action Without a Meeting | ||
Under the Delaware General Corporation Law, unless otherwise provided in a corporations certificate of incorporation, any action that may be taken at a meeting of stockholders may be taken without a meeting, without prior notice and without a vote if the holders of outstanding stock, having not less than the minimum number of votes that would be necessary to authorize such action, consent in writing. It is not uncommon for a corporations certificate of incorporation to prohibit such action. | There are no equivalent provisions under the Singapore Companies Act in respect of passing shareholders resolutions by written means that apply to public companies. | |
Shareholder Suits | ||
Under the Delaware General Corporation Law, a stockholder may bring a derivative action on behalf of the corporation to enforce the rights of the corporation. An individual also may commence a class action suit on behalf of himself or herself and other similarly situated stockholders where the requirements for maintaining a class action under the Delaware General Corporation Law have been met. A person may institute and maintain such a suit only if such person was a stockholder at the time of the transaction which is the | Derivative actions
The Singapore Companies Act has a provision, which is limited in its scope to companies that are not listed on the securities exchange in Singapore, which provides a mechanism enabling shareholders to apply to the court for leave to bring a derivative action on behalf of Kenon.
Applications are generally made by shareholders of Kenon or individual directors, but courts are given |
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subject of the suit or his or her shares thereafter devolved upon him or her by operation of law. Additionally, under Delaware case law, the plaintiff generally must be a stockholder not only at the time of the transaction which is the subject of the suit, but also through the duration of the derivative suit. The Delaware General Corporation Law also requires that the derivative plaintiff make a demand on the directors of the corporation to assert the corporate claim before the suit may be prosecuted by the derivative plaintiff, unless such demand would be futile. | the discretion to allow such persons as they deem proper to apply (e.g., beneficial owner of shares).
It should be noted that this provision of the Singapore Companies Act is primarily used by minority shareholders to bring an action in the name and on behalf of Kenon or intervene in an action to which Kenon is a party for the purpose of prosecuting, defending or discontinuing the action on behalf of Kenon.
Class actions
The concept of class action suits, which allows individual shareholders to bring an action seeking to represent the class or classes of shareholders, generally does not exist in Singapore. However, it is possible as a matter of procedure for a number of shareholders to lead an action and establish liability on behalf of themselves and other shareholders who join in or who are made parties to the action.
These shareholders are commonly known as lead plaintiffs. Further, there are circumstances under the provisions of certain Singapore statutes where shareholders may file and prove their claims for compensation in the event that Kenon has been convicted of a criminal offense or has a court order for the payment of a civil penalty made against it. | |
Dividends or Other Distributions; Repurchases and Redemptions | ||
The Delaware General Corporation Law permits a corporation to declare and pay dividends out of statutory surplus or, if there is no surplus, out of net profits for the fiscal year in which the dividend is declared and/or for the preceding fiscal year as long as the amount of capital of the corporation following the declaration and payment of the dividend is not less than the aggregate amount of the capital represented by the issued and outstanding stock of all classes having a preference upon the distribution of assets.
Under the Delaware General Corporation Law, any corporation may purchase or redeem its own shares, except that generally it may not purchase or redeem these shares if the capital of the corporation is impaired at the time or would become impaired as a result of the redemption. A corporation may, however, purchase or redeem out of capital shares that are entitled upon any distribution of its assets to a preference over another class or series of its shares if the shares are to be retired and the capital reduced. |
The Singapore Companies Act provides that no dividends can be paid to shareholders except out of profits.
The Singapore Companies Act does not provide a definition on when profits are deemed to be available for the purpose of paying dividends and this is accordingly governed by case law. Our articles provide that no dividend can be paid otherwise than out of profits of Kenon.
Acquisition of a companys own shares
The Singapore Companies Act generally prohibits a company from acquiring its own shares subject to certain exceptions. Any contract or transaction by which a company acquires or transfers its own shares is void. However, provided that it is expressly permitted to do so by its articles and subject to the special conditions of each permitted acquisition contained in the Singapore Companies Act, Kenon may:
redeem redeemable preference shares (the redemption of these shares will not reduce the capital of Kenon). Preference shares may be redeemed out of capital if all the directors make a solvency statement in relation to such |
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redemption in accordance with the Singapore Companies Act;
whether listed on a securities exchange or not, make an off-market purchase of its own shares in accordance with an equal access scheme authorized in advance at a general meeting;
if it is not listed on a securities exchange, make a selective off-market purchase of its own shares in accordance with an agreement authorized in advance at a general meeting by a special resolution where persons whose shares are to be acquired and their associated persons have abstained from voting; and
whether listed on a securities exchange or not, make an acquisition of its own shares under a contingent purchase contract which has been authorized in advance at a general meeting by a special resolution.
Kenon may also purchase its own shares by an order of a Singapore court.
The total number of ordinary shares that may be acquired by Kenon in a relevant period may not exceed 20% of the total number of ordinary shares in that class as of the date of the last annual general meeting of Kenon held before any resolution pursuant to the relevant share repurchase provisions under the Singapore Companies Act or as of the date of the resolution to acquire the shares, whichever is higher. Where, however, Kenon has reduced its share capital by a special resolution or a Singapore court made an order to such effect, the total number of ordinary shares shall be taken to be the total number of ordinary shares in that class as altered by the special resolution or the order of the court. Payment must be made out of Kenons distributable profits or capital, provided that Kenon is solvent.
Financial assistance for the acquisition of shares
Kenon may not give financial assistance to any person whether directly or indirectly for the purpose of:
the acquisition or proposed acquisition of shares in Kenon or units of such shares; or
the acquisition or proposed acquisition of shares in its holding company or units of such shares.
Financial assistance may take the form of a loan, the giving of a guarantee, the provision of security, the release of an obligation, the release of a debt or otherwise.
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shares in its holding company if it complies with the requirements (including approval by special resolution) set out in the Singapore Companies Act. Our articles provide that subject to the provisions of the Singapore Companies Act, we may purchase or otherwise acquire our own shares upon such terms and subject to such conditions as we may deem fit. These shares may be held as treasury shares or cancelled as provided in the Singapore Companies Act or dealt with in such manner as may be permitted under the Singapore Companies Act. On cancellation of the shares, the rights and privileges attached to those shares will expire. | ||
Transactions with Officers and Directors | ||
Under the Delaware General Corporation Law, some contracts or transactions in which one or more of a corporations directors has an interest are not void or voidable because of such interest provided that some conditions, such as obtaining the required approval and fulfilling the requirements of good faith and full disclosure, are met. Under the Delaware General Corporation Law, either (a) the stockholders or the board of directors must approve in good faith any such contract or transaction after full disclosure of the material facts or (b) the contract or transaction must have been fair as to the corporation at the time it was approved. If board approval is sought, the contract or transaction must be approved in good faith by a majority of disinterested directors after full disclosure of material facts, even though less than a majority of a quorum. | Under the Singapore Companies Act, directors are not prohibited from dealing with Kenon, but where they have an interest in a transaction with Kenon, that interest must be disclosed to the board of directors. In particular, every director who is in any way, whether directly or indirectly, interested in a transaction or proposed transaction with Kenon must, as soon as practicable after the relevant facts have come to such directors knowledge, declare the nature of such directors interest at a board of directors meeting.
In addition, a director who holds any office or possesses any property which, directly or indirectly, duties or interests might be created in conflict with such directors duties or interests as director, is required to declare the fact and the nature, character and extent of the conflict at a meeting of directors.
The Singapore Companies Act extends the scope of this statutory duty of a director to disclose any interests by pronouncing that an interest of a member of a directors family (including spouse, son, adopted son, step-son, daughter, adopted daughter and stepdaughter) will be treated as an interest of the director.
There is however no requirement for disclosure where the interest of the director consists only of being a member or creditor of a corporation which is interested in the proposed transaction with Kenon if the interest may properly be regarded as immaterial. Where the proposed transaction relates to any loan to Kenon, no disclosure need be made where the director has only guaranteed or joined in guaranteeing the repayment of such loan, unless the articles of association provide otherwise.
Further, where the proposed transaction is to be made with or for the benefit of a related corporation (i.e. the holding company, subsidiary or subsidiary of a common holding company) no disclosure need be made of the fact that the director is also a director of that corporation, unless the articles of association provide otherwise. |
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Subject to specified exceptions, the Singapore Companies Act prohibits Kenon from making a loan to its directors or to directors of a related corporation, or giving a guarantee or security in connection with such a loan. Companies are also prohibited from making loans to its directors spouse or children (whether adopted or naturally or stepchildren), or giving a guarantee or security in connection with such a loan. | ||
Dissenters Rights | ||
Under the Delaware General Corporation Law, a stockholder of a corporation participating in some types of major corporate transactions may, under varying circumstances, be entitled to appraisal rights pursuant to which the stockholder may receive cash in the amount of the fair market value of his or her shares in lieu of the consideration he or she would otherwise receive in the transaction. | There are no equivalent provisions under the Singapore Companies Act. | |
Cumulative Voting | ||
Under the Delaware General Corporation Law, a corporation may adopt in its bylaws that its directors shall be elected by cumulative voting. When directors are elected by cumulative voting, a stockholder has the number of votes equal to the number of shares held by such stockholder times the number of directors nominated for election. The stockholder may cast all of such votes for one director or among the directors in any proportion. | There is no equivalent provision under the Singapore Companies Act in respect of companies incorporated in Singapore. | |
Anti-Takeover Measures | ||
Under the Delaware General Corporation Law, the certificate of incorporation of a corporation may give the board the right to issue new classes of preferred stock with voting, conversion, dividend distribution, and other rights to be determined by the board at the time of issuance, which could prevent a takeover attempt and thereby preclude shareholders from realizing a potential premium over the market value of their shares. | The articles of a Singapore company typically provide that the company may allot and issue new shares of a different class with preferential, deferred, qualified or other special rights as its board of directors may determine with the prior approval of the companys shareholders in a general meeting. Our articles provide that our shareholders may grant to our board the general authority to issue such preference shares until the next general meeting. For further information, see Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Relating to Our Ordinary Shares Our directors have general authority to allot and issue new shares on terms and conditions and with any preferences, rights or restrictions as may be determined by our board of directors in its sole discretion, and Item 10B. Memorandum and Articles of Association Preference Shares. | |
In addition, Delaware law does not prohibit a corporation from adopting a stockholder rights plan, or poison pill, which could prevent a takeover attempt and also preclude shareholders from realizing a potential premium over the market value of their shares. | Singapore law does not generally prohibit a corporation from adopting poison pill arrangements which could prevent a takeover attempt and also preclude shareholders from realizing a potential premium over the market value of their shares.
However, under the Singapore Code on Take-overs and Mergers, if, in the course of an offer, or even |
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before the date of the offer, the board of the offeree company has reason to believe that a bona fide offer is imminent, the board must not, except pursuant to a contract entered into earlier, take any action, without the approval of shareholders at a general meeting, on the affairs of the offeree company that could effectively result in any bona fide offer being frustrated or the shareholders being denied an opportunity to decide on its merits.
For further information on the Singapore Code on Take-overs and Mergers, see Item 10B. Memorandum and Articles of Association Takeovers. |
C. | Material Contracts |
For information concerning our material contracts, see Item 4. Information on the Company and Item 5. Operating and Financial Review and Prospects.
D. | Exchange Controls |
There are currently no exchange control restrictions in effect in Singapore.
E. | Taxation |
The following summary of the United States federal income tax and Singapore tax consequences of ownership of our ordinary shares is based upon laws, regulations, decrees, rulings, income tax conventions (treaties), administrative practice and judicial decisions in effect at the date of this registration statement. Legislative, judicial or administrative changes or interpretations may, however, be forthcoming that could alter or modify the statements and conclusions set forth herein. Any such changes or interpretations may be retroactive and could affect the tax consequences to holders of our ordinary shares. This summary does not purport to be a legal opinion or to address all tax aspects that may be relevant to a holder of our ordinary shares. Each prospective holder is urged to consult its own tax adviser as to the particular tax consequences to such holder of the ownership and disposition of our ordinary shares, including the applicability and effect of any other tax laws or tax treaties, of pending or proposed changes in applicable tax laws as of the date of this registration statement, and of any actual changes in applicable tax laws after such date.
U.S. Federal Income Tax Considerations
The following summarizes U.S. federal income tax considerations relating to the distribution of our ordinary shares in connection with the spin-off to U.S. Holders (as defined below) of IC shares, and the U.S. federal income tax considerations of owning and disposing of our ordinary shares. This summary applies only to U.S. Holders that hold our ordinary shares as capital assets (generally, property held for investment) and that have the U.S. dollar as their functional currency.
This summary is based on the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, or the Code, Treasury regulations promulgated thereunder and on judicial and administrative interpretations of the Code and the Treasury regulations, all as in effect on the date hereof, and all of which are subject to change, possibly with retroactive effect. This summary is for general information only and does not purport to be a complete description of the consequences of the transactions described in this registration statement, nor does it address the application of estate, gift or other non-income federal tax laws or any state, local or foreign tax laws. The tax treatment of a holder of our ordinary shares may vary depending upon that holders particular situation. Moreover, this summary does not address certain holders that may be subject to special rules not discussed below, such as (but not limited to):
| persons that are not U.S. Holders; |
| persons that are subject to alternative minimum taxes; |
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| insurance companies; |
| tax-exempt entities; |
| financial institutions; |
| broker-dealers; |
| persons that hold our ordinary shares through partnerships (or other entities classified as partnerships for U.S. federal income tax purposes); |
| pass-through entities; |
| persons that actually or constructively own 10% or more of the total combined voting power of all classes of our voting stock; |
| traders in securities that elect to apply a mark-to-market method of accounting, holders that hold our ordinary shares as part of a hedge, straddle, conversion, or other risk reduction transaction for U.S. federal income tax purposes; and |
| individuals who receive our ordinary shares upon the exercise of compensatory options or otherwise as compensation. |
Moreover, no advance rulings have been or will be sought from the U.S. Internal Revenue Service, or IRS, regarding any matter discussed in this registration statement, and counsel to Kenon has not rendered any opinion with respect to any of the U.S. federal income tax consequences relating to the transactions addressed herein. No assurance can be given that the IRS would not assert, or that a court would not sustain, a position contrary to any of the tax aspects set forth below.
HOLDERS AND PROSPECTIVE INVESTORS SHOULD CONSULT THEIR TAX ADVISORS REGARDING THE APPLICATION OF THE U.S. FEDERAL TAX RULES TO THEIR PARTICULAR CIRCUMSTANCES AS WELL AS THE STATE, LOCAL, NON-U.S. AND OTHER TAX CONSEQUENCES TO THEM OF THE RECEIPT, OWNERSHIP AND DISPOSITION OF OUR ORDINARY SHARES.
For purposes of this summary, a U.S. Holder is a beneficial owner of our ordinary shares that is, for U.S. federal income tax purposes:
| an individual who is a citizen or resident of the United States; |
| a corporation (or other entity taxable as a corporation for U.S. federal income tax purposes) created or organized in the United States or under the laws of the United States, any state thereof or the District of Columbia; |
| an estate, the income of which is subject to U.S. federal income taxation regardless of its source; or |
| a trust that (1) is subject to the primary supervision of a court within the United States and the control of one or more U.S. persons for all substantial decisions or (2) has a valid election in effect under applicable U.S. Treasury regulations to be treated as a U.S. person. |
If a partnership (or other entity taxable as a partnership for U.S. federal income tax purposes) holds our ordinary shares, the tax treatment of a partner in such partnership will generally depend upon the status of the partner and the activities of the partnership. If you are a partner in a partnership holding our ordinary shares, you should consult your tax advisor.
The Spin-Off Distribution of our Ordinary Shares
Subject to the discussion below under Passive Foreign Investment Companies, a U.S. Holder receiving our ordinary shares in the spin-off will be treated as receiving a taxable dividend distribution to the extent of such U.S. Holders share of ICs current and accumulated earnings and profits (as determined for U.S. federal income tax purposes), in an amount equal to the fair market value of our ordinary shares (in U.S. dollars), including any cash received in lieu of a fractional share of our ordinary shares, received on the distribution date. The discussion herein assumes that ICs current and accumulated earnings and profits equal or exceed the fair market value of our ordinary shares received, and as a result the entire amount of the distribution will be treated as taxable dividend income.
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U.S. federal income tax law does not specifically identify how a U.S. Holder should determine the fair market value of our ordinary shares on the distribution date. Fair market value generally is the price at which property would change hands between a willing buyer and a willing seller, neither being under any compulsion to buy or sell and both having reasonable knowledge of the facts. There are several possible methods of measuring such value, including: (i) the opening trading price of our ordinary shares on the first regular trading day after the distribution; (ii) the average of the high and low trading price of our ordinary shares on the first regular trading day after the distribution; and (iii) the closing trading price of our ordinary shares on the first regular trading day after the distribution. However, because it is expected that the listing of our ordinary shares will occur concurrently with the distribution, U.S. holders should consult their tax advisors with respect to the determination of the fair market value of our ordinary shares as of the date of the distribution.
A U.S. Holders basis in our ordinary shares received in the spin-off will be the fair market value of such ordinary shares, excluding any cash received in lieu of a fractional share of our ordinary shares. A U.S. Holders holding period for our ordinary share will begin on the distribution date.
Taxation of Dividends and Other Distributions on the Ordinary Shares
The gross amount of any distribution made to a U.S. Holder with respect to our ordinary shares, including the amount of any non-U.S. taxes withheld from the distribution, generally will be includible in income on the day on which the distribution is actually or constructively received by a U.S. Holder as dividend income to the extent the distribution is paid out of our current or accumulated earnings and profits as determined for U.S. federal income tax purposes. A distribution in excess of our current and accumulated earnings and profits (as determined for U.S. federal income tax purposes), including the amount of any non-U.S. taxes withheld from the distribution, will be treated as a non-taxable return of capital to the extent of the U.S. Holders adjusted basis in our ordinary shares and as a capital gain to the extent it exceeds the U.S. Holders basis. We do not expect to maintain calculations of our earnings and profits under U.S. federal income tax principles, therefore, U.S. Holders should expect that distributions generally will be treated as dividends for U.S. federal income tax purposes. Such dividends will not be eligible for the dividends-received deduction generally allowed to U.S. corporations.
Distributions treated as dividends that are received by a non-corporate U.S. Holder (including an individual) from qualified foreign corporations generally qualify for a reduced maximum tax rate so long as certain holding period and other requirements are met. Dividends paid on our ordinary shares, should qualify for the reduced rate if we are treated as a qualified foreign corporation. For this purpose, a qualified foreign corporation means any foreign corporation provided that: (i) the corporation was not, in the year prior to the year in which the dividend was paid, and is not, in the year in which the dividend is paid, a PFIC (as discussed below), (ii) certain holding period requirements are met and (iii) either (A) the corporation is eligible for the benefits of a comprehensive income tax treaty with the United States that the IRS has approved for the purposes of the qualified dividend rules or (B) the stock with respect to which such dividend was paid is readily tradable on an established securities market in the United States. The ordinary shares should be considered to be readily tradable on established securities markets in the United States and Israel if they are listed on and the TASE, respectively, as is expected. The United States does not currently have a comprehensive income tax treaty with Singapore, therefore, if our ordinary shares are not considered to be readily tradable on an established securities market in the United States, dividends with respect to such ordinary shares will not qualify for the reduced rate. U.S. Holders are encouraged to consult their tax advisors regarding the availability of the lower rate for dividends paid with respect to our ordinary shares.
If the dividends with respect to our ordinary shares are paid in foreign currency, such dividends will be included in the gross income of a U.S. Holder in an amount equal to the U.S. dollar value of the foreign currency received calculated by reference to the spot exchange rate in effect on the date the dividend is actually or constructively received by the U.S. Holder, regardless of whether the foreign currency is converted into U.S. dollars. If the foreign currency received as a dividend is not converted into U.S. dollars on the date of receipt, a U.S. Holder will have a tax basis in the foreign currency equal to its U.S. dollar value on the date of actual or constructive receipt. Any gain or loss recognized by a U.S. Holder on a subsequent conversion or other disposition of the foreign currency generally will be foreign currency gain or loss, which is treated as U.S. source ordinary income or loss, and will not be treated as a dividend. If dividends paid in foreign currency are converted into U.S. dollars on the day they are actually or constructively received, the U.S. Holder generally will not be required to recognize foreign currency gain or loss in respect of the disposition of the foreign currency.
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Dividends on our ordinary shares received by a U.S. Holder will generally be treated as foreign source income for U.S. foreign tax credit purposes. The rules with respect to foreign tax credits are complex and U.S. Holders should consult their tax advisors regarding the availability of the foreign tax credit in their particular circumstances.
Taxation of Dispositions of the Ordinary Shares
A U.S. Holder will recognize gain or loss on the sale or other taxable disposition of our ordinary shares in an amount equal to the difference between the amount realized on such sale or other taxable disposition and such U.S. Holders adjusted tax basis in our ordinary shares. The initial tax basis of our ordinary shares to a U.S. Holder that received such ordinary shares in the distribution generally will equal the fair market value (in U.S. dollars) of such ordinary shares on the distribution date. Such gain or loss generally will be long-term capital gain (taxable at a reduced rate for non-corporate U.S. Holders) or loss if, on the date of sale or disposition, such ordinary shares were held by such U.S. Holder for more than one year. The deductibility of capital losses is subject to significant limitations. Gain or loss, if any, recognized by a U.S. Holder generally will be treated as U.S. source gain or loss, as the case may be for foreign tax credit purposes.
The amount realized on a sale or other disposition of our ordinary shares for foreign currency generally will equal the U.S. dollar value of the foreign currency at the spot exchange rate in effect on the date of sale or other disposition or, if the ordinary shares are traded on an established securities market (such as or the TASE), in the case of a cash method or electing accrual method U.S. Holder of our ordinary shares, the settlement date. A U.S. Holder will have a tax basis in the foreign currency received equal to the U.S. dollar amount realized. Any gain or loss realized by a U.S. Holder on a subsequent conversion or other disposition of the foreign currency will be foreign currency gain or loss, which is treated as U.S. source ordinary income or loss for foreign tax credit purposes.
Passive Foreign Investment Company
In general, a non-U.S. corporation will be classified as a passive foreign investment company, or PFIC, for U.S. federal income tax purposes for any taxable year in which either (i) 75% or more of its gross income consists of certain types of passive income or (ii) 50% or more of the fair market value of its assets (determined on the basis of a quarterly average) produce or are held for the production of passive income. For this purpose, cash is categorized as a passive asset and our unbooked intangibles will be taken into account and generally treated as non-passive assets. We will be treated as owning our proportionate share of the assets and earning our proportionate share of the income of any other corporation in which we own, directly or indirectly, 25% or more (by value) of the shares.
We do not anticipate being a PFIC for our current taxable year or in the foreseeable future, although we can make no assurances in this regard. Our status as a PFIC in any year depends on our assets and activities in that year. We have no reason to believe that our assets or activities will change in a manner that would cause us to be classified as a PFIC for the current taxable year or for any future year. Because, however, PFIC status is factual in nature and generally cannot be determined until the close of the taxable year, there can be no assurance that we will not be considered a PFIC for any taxable year.
If we are classified as a PFIC for any taxable year during which a U.S. Holder holds our ordinary shares, the U.S. Holder will generally be subject to imputed interest taxes, characterization of any gain from the sale or exchange of our ordinary shares as ordinary income, and other disadvantageous tax treatment with respect to our ordinary shares unless the U.S. Holder makes a mark-to-market election (as described below). Further, if we are classified as a PFIC for any taxable year during which a U.S. Holder holds our ordinary shares and any of our non-U.S. subsidiaries is also a PFIC, such U.S. Holder would be treated as owning a proportionate amount (by value) of the shares of each such non-U.S. subsidiary classified as a PFIC (each such subsidiary, a lower tier PFIC) for purposes of the application of these rules. U.S. Holders should consult their tax advisors regarding the application of the PFIC rules to any of our subsidiaries.
As an alternative to the foregoing rules, a U.S. holder of marketable stock in a PFIC may make a mark-to-market election. A mark-to-market election may be made with respect to our ordinary shares, provided they are actively traded, defined for this purpose as being traded on a qualified exchange, other than in de minimis quantities, on at least 15 days during each calendar quarter. We anticipate that our ordinary shares should qualify as being actively traded, but no assurances may be given in this regard. If a U.S. Holder of our ordinary shares makes this election, the U.S. Holder will generally (i) include as income for each taxable year the excess, if any, of the fair market value of our ordinary shares held at the end of the taxable year over the adjusted tax basis of such ordinary shares and (ii) deduct as a loss the excess, if any, of the adjusted tax basis of our ordinary shares
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over the fair market value of such ordinary shares held at the end of the taxable year, but only to the extent of the net amount previously included in income as a result of the mark-to-market election. The U.S. Holders adjusted tax basis in our ordinary shares would be adjusted to reflect any income or loss resulting from the mark-to-market election. In addition, any gain such U.S. Holder recognizes upon the sale or other disposition of our ordinary shares will be treated as ordinary income and any loss will be treated as ordinary loss, but only to the extent of the net amount previously included in income as a result of the mark-to-market election. If a U.S. Holder makes a mark-to-market election in respect of a corporation classified as a PFIC and such corporation ceases to be classified as a PFIC, the U.S. Holder will not be required to take into account the gain or loss described above during any period that such corporation is not classified as a PFIC. In the case of a U.S. Holder who has held our ordinary shares during any taxable year in respect of which we were classified as a PFIC and continues to hold such ordinary shares (or any portion thereof) and has not previously made a mark-to-market election, and who is considering making a mark-to-market election, special tax rules may apply relating to purging the PFIC taint of such ordinary shares. Because a mark-to-market election cannot be made for any lower tier PFICs that we may own, a U.S. Holder may continue to be subject to the PFIC rules with respect to such U.S. Holders indirect interest in any investments held by us that are treated as an equity interest in a PFIC for U.S. federal income tax purposes.
We do not intend to provide the information necessary for U.S. Holders of our ordinary shares to make qualified electing fund elections, which, if available, would result in tax treatment different from the general tax treatment for PFICs described above.
If a U.S. Holder owns our ordinary shares during any taxable year that we are a PFIC, such U.S. Holder may be subject to certain reporting obligations with respect to our ordinary shares, including reporting on IRS Form 8621.
Each U.S. Holder should consult its tax adviser concerning the U.S. federal income tax consequences of purchasing, holding, and disposing of our ordinary shares if we are or become classified as a PFIC, including the possibility of making a mark-to-market election.
Material Singapore Tax Considerations
The following discussion is a summary of Singapore income tax, goods and services tax, or GST, stamp duty and estate duty considerations relevant to the acquisition, ownership and disposition of our ordinary shares by an investor who is not tax resident or domiciled in Singapore and who does not carry on business or otherwise have a presence in Singapore. The statements made herein regarding taxation are general in nature and based upon certain aspects of the current tax laws of Singapore and administrative guidelines issued by the relevant authorities in force as of the date hereof and are subject to any changes in such laws or administrative guidelines or the interpretation of such laws or guidelines occurring after such date, which changes could be made on a retrospective basis. The statements made herein do not purport to be a comprehensive or exhaustive description of all of the tax considerations that may be relevant to a decision to acquire, own or dispose of our ordinary shares and do not purport to deal with the tax consequences applicable to all categories of investors, some of which (such as dealers in securities) may be subject to special rules. Prospective shareholders are advised to consult their own tax advisers as to the Singapore or other tax consequences of the acquisition, ownership of or disposal of our ordinary shares, taking into account their own particular circumstances. The statements below are based upon the assumption that Kenon is tax resident in Singapore for Singapore income tax purposes. It is emphasized that neither Kenon nor any other persons involved in this registration statement accepts responsibility for any tax effects or liabilities resulting from the acquisition, holding or disposal of our ordinary shares.
Income Taxation Under Singapore Law
Dividends or Other Distributions with Respect to Ordinary Shares.
Under the one-tier corporate tax system which currently applies to all Singapore tax resident companies, tax on corporate profits is final, and dividends paid by a Singapore tax resident company will be tax exempt in the hands of a shareholder, whether or not the shareholder is a company or an individual and whether or not the shareholder is a Singapore tax resident.
Capital Gains upon Disposition of Ordinary Shares.
Under current Singapore tax laws, there is no tax on capital gains. There are no specific laws or regulations which deal with the characterization of whether a gain is income or capital in nature. Gains arising from the
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disposal of our ordinary shares may be construed to be of an income nature and subject to Singapore income tax, if they arise from activities which the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore regards as the carrying on of a trade or business in Singapore. However, under Singapore tax laws, any gains derived by a divesting company from its disposal of ordinary shares in an investee company between June 1, 2012 and May 31, 2017 are generally not taxable if immediately prior to the date of the relevant disposal, the investing company has held at least 20% of the ordinary shares in the investee company for a continuous period of at least 24 months.
Goods and Services Tax.
The issue or transfer of ownership of our ordinary shares should be exempt from Singapore GST. Hence, the holders would not incur any GST on the subscription of the shares or subsequent transfers.
Stamp Duty
Where our ordinary shares evidenced in certificated forms are acquired in Singapore, stamp duty is payable on the instrument of their transfer at the rate of 0.2% of the consideration for or market value of our ordinary shares, whichever is higher.
Where an instrument of transfer is executed outside Singapore or no instrument of transfer is executed, no stamp duty is payable on the acquisition of our ordinary shares. However, stamp duty may be payable if the instrument of transfer is executed outside Singapore and is received in Singapore. The stamp duty is borne by the purchaser unless there is an agreement to the contrary.
On the basis that any transfer instruments in respect of our ordinary shares traded on the are executed outside Singapore through our transfer agent and share registrar in the United States for registration in our branch share register maintained in the United States (without any transfer instruments being received in Singapore), no stamp duty would be payable in Singapore on such transfers. Similarly, on the basis that any transfer instruments in respect of our ordinary shares traded on the TASE are executed outside Singapore through our transfer agent and share registrar in Israel for registration in our branch register maintained in Israel (without any transfer instrument being received in Singapore), no stamp duty would be payable in Singapore on such transfers.
Tax Treaties Regarding Withholding Taxes
There is no comprehensive avoidance of double taxation agreement between the United States and Singapore which applies to withholding taxes on dividends or capital gains.
Certain Israeli Tax Aspects Relating to the Distribution of Our Ordinary Shares
The following discussion is a summary of Israel income tax considerations relevant to the distribution of our ordinary shares in connection with the spin-off. The statements made herein regarding taxation are general in nature and are based upon (i) the pre-ruling received by IC from the ITA, on June 19, 2014, as set forth below, which relates to Israeli withholding tax aspects of the distribution-in-kind of our ordinary shares by IC in the spin-off, subject to the provisions and the conditions set forth in the pre-ruling, as well as upon (ii) certain aspects of the current tax laws of Israel, as of the date of this registration statement. The statements made herein do not purport to be a comprehensive or exhaustive description of all of the tax considerations that may be relevant to the receipt of our ordinary shares in the spin-off and do not purport to deal with the tax consequences applicable to all categories of investors, some of which may be subject to special rules. Prospective shareholders are advised to consult their own tax advisers as to the Israeli or other tax consequences of the distribution of our ordinary shares in the spin-off, as well as those of the matters not addressed herein, such as the acquisition, ownership or disposal of our ordinary shares, taking into account their own particular circumstances.
Withholding tax is payable in connection with ICs distribution of Kenon shares in the spin-off. The amount of withholding tax is generally 15%, and IC will be entitled to a refund of all or a portion of this withholding tax as discussed below. This refund will not be paid until after the spin-off. Accordingly, IC intends to make a cash distribution to its shareholders in connection with the spin-off such distributions may be less than the withholding tax payable with respect to the distribution in the spin-off.
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IC has received from Israel Chemicals Ltd. and Oil Refineries Ltd., dividends, which have been classified by the distributing companies as income deriving from approved/beneficiary enterprise, pursuant to the Israeli Encouragement of Capital Investments Law, 5719-1959. Tax at the rate of 15% was deducted from the gross approved dividends upon their initial receipt. These dividends, or the approved dividends, have not yet been distributed to ICs shareholders and as of , 2014 are in a total gross sum of NIS (the net sum of these dividends, after withholding of tax at the rate of 15% as aforesaid is NIS ) (approximately $ million). According to Sections 47(b)(2)(b) and 51B(d) of the Encouragement of Capital Investments Law, 5719-1959, in the event of a distribution of such gross approved dividends to ICs shareholders, (i) IC shall be entitled to a refund from the ITA of the tax already paid as described above; and (ii) in general (subject to specific circumstances), shareholders receiving the approved dividends from IC will be subject to a special tax rate. Generally, the special tax rate is 15%, regardless of whether the shareholder is an individual or corporation. However, with respect to certain dividends, shareholders who are non-Israeli residents will be subject to a special tax rate of 4%.
In connection with the distribution of our ordinary shares to its shareholders in the spin-off, IC will distribute a cash dividend, in the amount of , which may be less than the amount of tax withheld in connection with the spin-off. For information on the risks related to this cash dividend, see Item 3D. Risk Factors Risks Related to the Spin-Off - IC Shareholder Considerations Shareholders that are subject to Israeli income tax and who receive ordinary shares pursuant to the spin-off may need to fund their income tax liability with cash from other sources or by selling our ordinary shares.
The Pre-Ruling Arrangements Regarding the Withholding Tax
In general, and unless explicitly stated in the pre-ruling, the pre-ruling does not determine the classification of a tax event and/or a classification of income and/or of an amount of an income, other than expressly stated therein, for ICs shareholders and/or the classification for tax purposes of the distribution of our shares by IC, as applicable. Nevertheless, tax shall be withheld in connection with the distribution-in-kind of our ordinary shares in accordance with the pre-ruling.
Pursuant to the pre-ruling, the distribution of our ordinary shares shall first be attributed to the distribution of the approved dividends.
Shares that are not registered with a Nominee Company: IC shall withhold tax with respect to the distribution of dividends in-kind, in the amount of the distribution amount, as defined below, to its shareholders, in accordance with the Israeli Income Tax Regulations (Deduction from Interest, Dividends And Certain Profits) 5766-2005 and subject to the Israeli Encouragement of Capital Investments Law, 5719-1959 and the Israeli Income Tax Ordinance, [New Version] 5721-1961.
Shares that are registered with a Nominee Company: The withholding tax with respect to the distribution of the dividend in-kind, in the amount of the distribution amount payable to shareholders whose shares are held through a Nominee Company and/or banking corporations, will be in accordance with Income Tax Regulations (Deduction from Interest, Dividends And Certain Profits) 5766-2005, subject to the Israeli Encouragement of Capital Investments Law, 5719-1959 and the Israeli Income Tax Ordinance, [New Version] 5721-1961, and will be conducted by the Members of the TASE and/or banking corporations. IC shall distribute our shares to TASE Members and/or banking corporations, together with a notice stating this is a gross consideration, with respect to which tax was not withheld. It should be noted, in addition, that such TASE Members or banking institutions may charge the account(s) of our shareholders with the withholding tax amount applicable to them, or may otherwise be entitled to collect the withholding tax amount from such shareholders, including by way of selling our ordinary shares that will be held by such shareholders.
The distribution amount: Shall be determined according to the par value amount of our ordinary shares distributed multiplied by the closing price of our ordinary share on the first trading day after the actual date of the distribution. That distribution amount shall constitute the base cost of our ordinary shares for the recipients. The purchase date of the shares shall be the effective date of the distribution.
Notwithstanding the above, (i) withholding with respect to the distribution-inkind of our ordinary shares through members of the TASE and/or banking corporations to shareholders who are residents of a country that is a party to a tax treaty with the State of Israel, shall be made in accordance with the provisions specified in such tax treaty, provided that such resident executed a designated ITA form (Form 2402). For the avoidance of doubt, it is clarified that the withholding tax with respect to the distribution in kind of our ordinary shares to a non-
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Israeli resident, who is not a resident of a reciprocating country and/or to a resident of a reciprocating country who has not signed the forms as aforesaid in this section, shall be at such rate as set forth in the Israeli Income regulations (deduction from interest, dividends and certain profits) 5766-2005, in section 2(b) and 2(c), as the case may be; and (ii) if an IC shareholder presents a valid approval of the ITA with respect to its portion of the distribution-in-kind and/or pursuant to Income Tax Regulations (Deduction from Interest, Dividends And Certain Profits) 5766-2005, the withholding with respect to the amount paid to such shareholder shall be made in accordance with such approval.
With respect to the distribution amount, up to the amount of the gross approved dividends, the provisions of Sections 47(b)(2)(b) and 51B(d) of the Encouragement of Capital Investments Law, 5719-1959 shall apply, i.e., a tax at the rate of 15% or 4%, as the case may be, shall be withheld (subject to the provisions of the preceding paragraphs). The remainder of the distribution amount which exceeds the gross approved dividends shall be in accordance with the provisions of the Israeli Income Tax Ordinance, [New Version] 5721-1961 (subject to the provisions of the preceding four paragraphs). The attribution of the distribution amount deriving from the gross approved dividends shall be pro-rata to all shareholders of IC.
F. | Dividends and Paying Agents |
For a discussion of the declaration and payment of dividends on our ordinary shares, see Item 10B. Memorandum and Articles of Association Dividends.
The paying agent for Kenons shares is .
G. | Statement by Experts |
The combined carve-out financial statements of Kenon Holdings Carve-out as of December 31, 2013, 2012 and January 1, 2012, and for each of the years in the two-year period ended December 31, 2013, have been included herein in reliance upon the reports of Somekh Chaikin, a Member Firm of KPMG International, independent registered public accounting firm, Brightman Almagor Zohar & Co., a Member Firm of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu, independent registered public accounting firm, and ParenteBeard, independent registered public accounting firm, appearing elsewhere herein, and upon the authority of said firms as experts in accounting and auditing.
The audit report covering the December 31, 2013 combined carve-out financial statements of Kenon Holdings, Carve-out contains an explanatory paragraph that refers to Note 11A of the combined carve-out financial statements regarding the ZIM restructuring completed on July 16, 2014 that will impact ZIMs capital debt and Kenon Holdings, Carve-outs holding in ZIM.
The consolidated financial statements of Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd. as of December 31, 2013, 2012 and January 1, 2012, and for each of the years in the two-year period ended December 31, 2013, have been included herein in reliance upon the reports of KPMG Huazhen (Special General Partnership), auditor of Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd., independent registered public accounting firm appearing elsewhere herein, and upon the authority of said firm as experts in accounting and auditing.
H. | Documents on Display |
When this registration statement on Form 20-F becomes effective, we will be subject to the information reporting requirements of the Exchange Act applicable to foreign private issuers, and under those requirements will file reports with the SEC. Those other reports or other information and this registration statement may be inspected without charge at One Marina Boulevard #28-00, Singapore 018989 and inspected and copied at the public reference facilities of the SEC located at 100 F Street, N.E., Washington, D.C. 20549. You may also obtain copies of the documents at prescribed rates by writing to the Public Reference Section of the SEC at 100 F Street, N.E., Washington, DC 20549. Please call the SEC at 1-800-SEC-0330 for further information on the public reference room. The SEC also maintains a website at http://www.sec.gov from which certain filings may be accessed.
As a foreign private issuer, we will be exempt from the rules under the Exchange Act related to the furnishing and content of proxy statements, and our officers, directors and principal shareholders will be exempt from the reporting and short-swing profit recovery provisions contained in Section 16 of the Exchange Act. In
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addition, we will not be required under the Exchange Act to file annual, quarterly and current reports and financial statements with the SEC as frequently or as promptly as United States companies whose securities are registered under the Exchange Act. However, we will file with the SEC, within 120 days after the end of each fiscal year, or such applicable time as required by the SEC, an annual report on Form 20-F containing financial statements audited by an independent registered public accounting firm, and will submit to the SEC, on a Form 6-K, unaudited quarterly financial information.
We maintain a corporate website at . Information contained on, or that can be accessed through, our website does not constitute a part of this registration statement on Form 20-F. We have included our website address in this Registration Statement on Form 20-F solely as an inactive textual reference.
I. | Subsidiary Information |
Not applicable.
ITEM 11. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk
Our multinational operations expose us to a variety of market risks, which embody the potential for changes in the fair value of the financial instruments or the cash flows deriving from them. Our risk management policies and those of each of our businesses seek to limit the adverse effects of these market risks on the financial performance of each of our businesses and, consequently, on our consolidated financial performance. Each of our businesses bear responsibility for the establishment and oversight of their financial risk management framework and have adopted individualized risk management policies to address those risks specific to their operations.
Our primary market risk exposures are to:
| currency risk, as a result of changes in the rates of exchange of various foreign currencies (in particular, the Euro and the New Israeli Shekel) in relation to the U.S. Dollar, our functional currency and the currency against which we measure our exposure; |
| index risk, as a result of changes in the Consumer Price Index; |
| interest rate risk, as a result of changes in the market interest rates affecting certain of our businesses issuance of debt and related financial instruments; and |
| price risk, as a result of changes in market prices, such as the price of certain commodities (e.g., natural gas and heavy fuel oil). |
For further information on our market risks and the sensitivity analyses of these risks, see Note 29 Financial Instruments to our combined carve-out financial statements included in this registration statement.
ITEM 12. Description of Securities Other than Equity Securities
A. | Debt Securities |
Not applicable.
B. | Warrants and Rights |
Not applicable.
C. | Other Securities |
Not applicable.
D. | American Depositary Shares |
Not applicable.
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PART II
ITEM 13. Defaults, Dividend Arrearages and Delinquencies
None.
ITEM 14. Material Modifications to the Rights of Security Holders and Use of Proceeds
None.
ITEM 15. Controls and Procedures
Not applicable.
ITEM 16A. Audit Committee Financial Expert
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
ITEM 16C. Principal Accountant Fees and Services
Not applicable.
ITEM 16D. Exemptions from the Listing Standards for Audit Committees
Not applicable.
ITEM 16E. Purchases of Equity Securities by the Issuer and Affiliated Purchasers
None.
ITEM 16F. Change in Registrants Certifying Accountant
None.
ITEM 16G. Corporate Governance
Not applicable.
ITEM 16H. Mine Safety Disclosure
Not applicable.
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PART III
The consolidated financial statements and the related notes required by this Item 17 are included in this registration statement beginning on page F-1.
Not applicable.
Index to Exhibits
Exhibit Number |
Description of Document | |
1.1* | Form of Kenon Holdings Ltd.s Memorandum and Articles of Association, to become effective immediately prior to the consummation of the spin-off | |
2.1* | Form of Specimen Share Certificate for Kenon Holdings Ltd.s Ordinary Shares | |
2.2* | Form of Registration Rights Agreements | |
4.1* | Separation and Distribution Agreement, dated as of , 2014, between Israel Corporation Ltd. and Kenon Holdings Ltd. | |
4.2* | Term Loan Agreement, dated as of , 2014, between Israel Corporation Ltd. and Kenon Holdings Ltd. | |
4.3 | English translation of Natural Gas Supply Agreement, dated as of January 2, 2006, as amended, among Kallpa Generación S.A., Pluspetrol Peru Corporation S.A., Pluspetrol Camisea S.A., Hunt Oil Company of Peru L.L.C. Sucursal del Peru, SK Corporation Sucursal Peruana, Sonatrach Peru Corporation S.A.C., Tecpetrol del Peru S.A.C. and Repsol Exploración Peru Sucursal del Peru | |
4.4 | English translation of Natural Gas Transportation Agreement, dated as of December 10, 2007, as amended, between Kallpa Generación S.A. and Transportadora de Gas del Peru S.A. | |
4.5 | Turnkey Engineering, Procurement and Construction Contract, dated as of November 4, 2011, among Cerro del Águila S.A., Astaldi S.p.A. and GyM S.A. | |
4.6 | English translation of Contract of Concession, dated October 23, 2010, as amended, between the Government of Peru and Kallpa Generación S.A., relating to the provision of electric energy services to the public | |
4.7** | Joint Venture Contract, dated as of February 16, 2007, as amended, between Wuhu Chery Automobile Investment Co., Ltd. and Quantum (2007) LLC | |
8.1 | List of significant subsidiaries of Kenon Holdings Ltd. | |
15.1* | Consent of Somekh Chaikin, a Member Firm of KPMG International, Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm of Kenon Holdings Ltd. | |
15.2* | Consent of KPMG Huazhen (Special General Partnership), independent auditor of Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd. | |
15.3* | Consent of Brightman Almagor Zohar & Co., a Member Firm of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu, independent auditor of Tower Semiconductor Ltd. | |
15.4* | Consent of ParenteBeard, independent auditor of Petrotec AG | |
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* | To be filed by amendment. |
** | Previously filed. |
| Portions of this exhibit have been omitted pursuant to a request for confidential treatment under Rule 24b-2 of the Exchange Act. Omitted information has been filed separately with the SEC. |
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INDEX TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Kenon Holdings and its Subsidiaries
Kenon Holdings Carve-out
Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Contents
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F-1 | ||
F-4 F-5 | ||
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Combined Carve-out Statements of Changes in Parent Company Investment |
F-8 | |
F-9 F-10 | ||
F-11 F-88 |
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
The Board of Directors and Shareholders
Kenon Holdings Ltd.:
We have audited the accompanying combined carve-out statements of financial position of the carved-out operations of certain holdings of Israel Corporation Ltd. (Kenon Holdings, Carve-out) as of December 31, 2013, 2012 and January 1, 2012, and the related combined carve-out statements of income, other comprehensive income, changes in parent company investment and cash flows for each of the years in the two-year period ended December 31, 2013. These combined carve-out financial statements are the responsibility of Kenon Holdings, Carve-outs management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these combined Carve-out financial statements based on our audits.
We did not audit the financial statements of Petrotec AG, a consolidated subsidiary, and Tower Semiconductor Ltd., (a 32 percent, 30.5 percent, and 30.7 percent owned unconsolidated associated company as of December 31, 2013, 2012 and January 1, 2012, respectively). The financial statements of Petrotec AG reflect total assets constituting 1 percent of the combined carved-out total assets as of December 31, 2013, 2012 and January 1, 2012, and total revenues constituting 5 percent of the total combined carved-out total revenues for each of the years in the twoyear period ended December 31, 2013. Kenon Holdings, Carve-outs investment in Tower Semiconductor Ltd. at December 31, 2013, 2012 and January 1, 2012, was $0, $19 million and $35 million, respectively, and its equity in losses of Tower Semiconductor Ltd was $31 million and $22 million for the years 2013, and 2012, respectively. The financial statement of Petrotec AG and Tower Semiconductor Ltd. were audited by other auditors whose reports were furnished to us, and our opinion, insofar as it relates to the amounts included for Petrotec AG and Tower Semiconductor Ltd., is based solely on the reports of the other auditors.
We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the combined carve-out financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the combined carve-out financial statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audits and the report of the other auditors provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
In our opinion, based on our audits and on the report of the other auditors, the combined carve-out financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of Kenon Holdings, Carve-out, as defined in Note 1C, as of December 31, 2013, 2012 and January 1, 2012, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for each of the years in the two-year period ended December 31, 2013, in conformity with International Financial Reporting Standards as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board.
We refer to Note 11A of the Carve-out financial statements regarding the ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. (ZIM) restructuring completed on July 16, 2014 that will impact ZIMs capital debt and Kenon Holdings, Carve-out holdings in ZIM.
/s/ Somekh Chaikin
A member firm of KPMG International
Tel Aviv, Israel
August 13, 2014
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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
To the Board of Directors and the shareholders of
Tower Semiconductor Ltd.
We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Tower Semiconductors Ltd. and subsidiaries (the Company) as of December 31, 2013 and 2012, and the related consolidated statements of operations, comprehensive loss, shareholders equity and cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2013. These consolidated financial statements are the responsibility of the Companys management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the financial statements based on our audits.
We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
In our opinion, the consolidated Financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the consolidated financial position of the Company and its subsidiaries as of December 31, 2013 and 2012, and the consolidated results of their operations and their cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2013, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.
As described in Note 23, the consolidated financial statements include a reconciliation of the Companys financial statements from the prepared basis described above to International Financial Reporting Standards as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board.
/s/ Brightman Almagor Zohar & Co.
Certified Public Accountants
A Member Firm of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu
Tel Aviv, Israel
February 27, 2014
F-2
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Board of Directors and Stockholders of
Petrotec AG
Borken, Germany
We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheet of Petrotec AG and Subsidiaries (the Company) as of December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011 and the related consolidated statements of comprehensive income, cash flows and changes in equity for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012. These financial statements are the responsibility of the Companys management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audits.
We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated financial statements are free of material misstatements. The Company is not required to have, nor were we engaged to perform, an audit of its internal control over financial reporting. Our audits included consideration of internal control over financial reporting as a basis for designing audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Companys internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no such opinion. An audit also includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements, assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the consolidated financial position of Petrotec AG and Subsidiaries as of December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011, and the consolidated results of their operations and cash flows for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012 in conformity with International Financial Reporting Standards as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board.
/s/ ParenteBeard LLC
New York, New York
June 16, 2014
F-3
Combined Carve-out Statements of Financial Position
Note | As at | |||||||||||||||
December 31 | January 1 2012 |
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Current assets |
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Cash and cash equivalents |
5 | 671 | 414 | 439 | ||||||||||||
Short-term investments and deposits |
6 | 30 | 89 | 175 | ||||||||||||
Trade receivables |
7 | 358 | 323 | 286 | ||||||||||||
Other receivables and debit balances |
8 | 98 | 83 | 93 | ||||||||||||
Income tax receivable |
7 | 15 | 8 | |||||||||||||
Inventories |
9 | 150 | 174 | 161 | ||||||||||||
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1,314 | 1,098 | 1,162 | |||||||||||||
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Investments in associated companies |
10 | 540 | 577 | 542 | ||||||||||||
Deposits, loans and other debit balances, including financial instruments |
12 | 80 | 193 | 205 | ||||||||||||
Deferred taxes, net |
26 | 28 | 26 | 22 | ||||||||||||
Property, plant and equipment |
13 | 3,860 | 3,923 | 3,921 | ||||||||||||
Intangible assets |
14 | 162 | 161 | 149 | ||||||||||||
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Total non-current assets |
4,670 | 4,880 | 4,839 | |||||||||||||
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5,984 | 5,978 | 6,001 | |||||||||||||
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F-4
Combined Carve-out Statements of Financial Position
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Current liabilities |
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Credit from banks and others |
15 | 620 | 492 | 385 | ||||||||||||
Long-term liabilities reclassified to short-term |
15 | 1,505 | | 1,571 | ||||||||||||
Trade payables |
16 | 532 | 458 | 459 | ||||||||||||
Provisions |
29 | 29 | 30 | |||||||||||||
Other payables and credit balances, including financial derivatives |
17 | 219 | 185 | 208 | ||||||||||||
Income tax payable |
15 | 9 | 13 | |||||||||||||
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2,920 | 1,173 | 2,666 | |||||||||||||
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Loans from banks and others |
15 | 1,288 | 2,478 | 893 | ||||||||||||
Debentures |
15 | 637 | 712 | 699 | ||||||||||||
Derivative instruments |
29 | 10 | 10 | 21 | ||||||||||||
Provisions |
6 | 6 | | |||||||||||||
Deferred taxes, net |
26 | 80 | 72 | 63 | ||||||||||||
Employee benefits |
18 | 91 | 79 | 80 | ||||||||||||
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Total non-current liabilities |
2,112 | 3,357 | 1,756 | |||||||||||||
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Total liabilities |
5,032 | 4,530 | 4,422 | |||||||||||||
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20 | 714 | 1,213 | 1,401 | ||||||||||||
Non-controlling interests |
238 | 235 | 178 | |||||||||||||
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952 | 1,448 | 1,579 | |||||||||||||
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Total liabilities and parent company investment and non-controlling interests |
5,984 | 5,978 | 6,001 | |||||||||||||
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F-5
Combined Carve-out Statements of Income
Note | For the year ended December 31 |
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Revenues |
21 | 4,812 | 4,751 | |||||||||
Cost of sales and services |
22 | 4,385 | 4,360 | |||||||||
Depreciation |
218 | 208 | ||||||||||
Derecognition of payments on account of vessels |
19.C.1 | 72 | 133 | |||||||||
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137 | 50 | ||||||||||
Selling, general and administrative expenses |
23 | 235 | 221 | |||||||||
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24 | 38 | 6 | |||||||||
Other income |
24 | (84 | ) | (52 | ) | |||||||
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25 | 384 | 238 | |||||||||
Financing income |
25 | (7 | ) | (6 | ) | |||||||
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Financing expenses, net |
377 | 232 | ||||||||||
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10 | (117 | ) | (43 | ) | |||||||
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(546 | ) | (400 | ) | ||||||||
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26 | (63 | ) | (40 | ) | |||||||
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(609 | ) | (440 | ) | ||||||||
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(626 | ) | (452 | ) | ||||||||
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17 | 12 | ||||||||||
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F-6
Combined Carve-out Statements of Other Comprehensive Income
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Loss for the year |
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(23 | ) | 18 | |||||
Change in fair value of derivatives used to hedge cash flows |
(19 | ) | (1 | ) | ||||
Groups share in other comprehensive income (loss) of associated companies |
9 | (2 | ) | |||||
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Actuarial losses, net, from defined benefit plans |
(1 | ) | (1 | ) | ||||
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(3 | ) | (1 | ) | ||||
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(30 | ) | 14 | |||||
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(639 | ) | (426 | ) | ||||
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(654 | ) | (438 | ) | ||||
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15 | 12 | ||||||
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(639 | ) | (426 | ) | ||||
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F-7
Combined Carve-out Statements of Changes in Parent Company Investment
Attributable to the Kenons shareholders | Non- controlling interests |
Total | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Parent company investment |
Translation reserve |
Capital reserves |
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Balance at January 1, 2013 |
1,135 | 91 | (13 | ) | 1,213 | 235 | 1,448 | |||||||||||||||||
Share-based payments in a subsidiary |
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Contribution from parent company |
154 | | | 154 | | 154 | ||||||||||||||||||
Dividend to holders of non-controlling interests in a subsidiary |
| | | | (28 | ) | (28 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
Derecognition of non-controlling interests as at the realization date of subsidiaries |
| | | | (13 | ) | (13 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
Issuance of shares of subsidiary to holders of non-controlling interests |
| | | | 28 | 28 | ||||||||||||||||||
Transactions with controlling shareholder |
1 | | | 1 | | 1 | ||||||||||||||||||
Income (loss) for the year |
(626 | ) | | | (626 | ) | 17 | (609 | ) | |||||||||||||||
Other comprehensive loss for the year, net of tax |
(3 | ) | (17 | ) | (8 | ) | (28 | ) | (2 | ) | (30 | ) | ||||||||||||
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661 | 74 | (21 | ) | 714 | 238 | 952 | |||||||||||||||||
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1,336 | 78 | (13 | ) | 1,401 | 178 | 1,579 | |||||||||||||||||
Contribution from parent company |
212 | | | 212 | | 212 | ||||||||||||||||||
Dividend to holders of non-controlling interests in a subsidiary |
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Issuance of shares of a subsidiary to holders of non-controlling interests |
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Transactions with holders of non-controlling interests |
| | | | 2 | 2 | ||||||||||||||||||
Derecognition of non-controlling interests as at the realization date of subsidiaries |
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Transactions with controlling shareholder |
38 | | | 38 | | 38 | ||||||||||||||||||
Income (loss) for the year |
(452 | ) | | | (452 | ) | 12 | (440 | ) | |||||||||||||||
Other comprehensive income for the year, net of tax |
1 | 13 | | 14 | | 14 | ||||||||||||||||||
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1,135 | 91 | (13 | ) | 1,213 | 235 | 1,448 | |||||||||||||||||
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F-8
Combined Carve-out Statements of Cash Flows
For the year ended December 31 |
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Cash flows from operating activities |
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Loss for the year |
(609 | ) | (440 | ) | ||||
Adjustments: |
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Depreciation and amortization |
239 | 235 | ||||||
Impairment of tangible assets and other investments |
7 | 5 | ||||||
Derecognition of payments on account of vessels |
72 | 133 | ||||||
Financing expenses, net |
377 | 232 | ||||||
Share in losses of associated companies, net |
117 | 43 | ||||||
Capital gains, net |
(68 | ) | (43 | ) | ||||
Share-based payments |
4 | 4 | ||||||
Taxes on income |
63 | 40 | ||||||
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17 | (15 | ) | |||||
Change in trade and other receivables |
(122 | ) | (62 | ) | ||||
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128 | 66 | ||||||
Change in provisions and employee benefits |
26 | (6 | ) | |||||
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Income taxes paid, net |
(47 | ) | (47 | ) | ||||
Dividends received from investments in associates |
53 | 24 | ||||||
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257 | 169 | ||||||
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F-9
Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Combined Carve-out Statements of Cash Flows
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Cash flows from investing activities |
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Proceeds from refund of payments on account vessels |
30 | | ||||||
Proceeds from sale of property, plant and equipment |
96 | 89 | ||||||
Short-term deposits and loans, net |
62 | 94 | ||||||
Business combinations less cash acquired |
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Disposal of subsidiary, net of cash disposed of and exit from consolidation |
2 | 3 | ||||||
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Investment in associated and other companies |
(154 | ) | (71 | ) | ||||
Acquisition of property, plant and equipment |
(312 | ) | (400 | ) | ||||
Acquisition of intangible assets |
(9 | ) | (17 | ) | ||||
Interest received |
4 | 7 | ||||||
Collection of long-term loans from associated company |
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Proceeds from sale of associated company |
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Payments for derivative investments used for hedging, net |
(8 | ) | (1 | ) | ||||
Settlement of derivatives |
(11 | ) | (29 | ) | ||||
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(278 | ) | (318 | ) | ||||
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Dividend paid to non-controlling interests |
(28 | ) | (20 | ) | ||||
Proceeds from issuance of shares to holders of non-controlling interests in subsidiaries |
28 | 48 | ||||||
Receipt of long-term loans and issuance of debentures |
361 | 376 | ||||||
Repayment of long-term loans and debentures |
(214 | ) | (340 | ) | ||||
Short-term credit from banks and others, net |
172 | 4 | ||||||
Contribution from parent company |
154 | 212 | ||||||
Settlement of derivatives |
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(191 | ) | (159 | ) | ||||
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282 | 119 | ||||||
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261 | (30 | ) | |||||
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411 | 438 | ||||||
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671 | 411 | ||||||
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of the combined carve-out financial statements.
F-10
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 1 Financial Reporting Principles and Accounting Policies
A. | The Reporting Entity |
The combined carve-out financial statements include certain entities (subsidiaries and associates) (hereinafter the Group) whose shares are held by Israel Corporation Ltd. (hereinafter IC).
B. | The split- up of Israel Corporations holdings |
The split-up of Israel Corporations holdings will involve the contribution of ICs holdings in I.C. Power Ltd., (hereinafter I.C. Power), Qoros Automotive Co. Ltd. (hereinafter Qoros), ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. (hereinafter ZIM), Tower Semiconductor Ltd. (hereinafter Tower) and other assets and entities, to Kenon Holdings Ltd. (hereinafter Kenon), a Singapore corporation that was incorporated on March 7, 2014, in exchange for shares of Kenon. Kenons shares will, in turn, be distributed to the shareholders of IC as a dividend in kind. ICs debt to banks and debenture holders will remain in IC, and will not be transferred to Kenon.
The split-up is expected to be completed, if completed, during the second half of 2014. IC is taking the necessary actions and steps in order to obtain the required approvals and/or consents for this transaction.
C. | The combined carve-out financial statements |
The combined carve-out financial statements have been derived from the consolidated financial statements of IC. The combined financial statements reflect the assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses directly attributable to the Group, as well as allocations deemed reasonable by management, to present the combined financial position, results of operations, changes in parent company investment and cash flows of the Group.
Outstanding balances, investments, transactions and cash flows between Group entities have been eliminated. Certain balances that were eliminated in the consolidation of the financial statements of IC were reinstated in the combined financial statements when they relate to transactions with entities held by IC that will not be transferred to the Group.
The Combined Carve-out Financial Statements may not necessarily be indicative of Kenons financial position, results of operating activities or cash flows had it operated as a separate entity throughout the period presented or for future periods.
Significant allocation and assumptions:
As of the reporting date, the terms of the separation between IC and Kenon with respect to the assets and liabilities that will be transferred, has not been finalized. Management has used the following assumptions in developing the carve-out financial statements.
Allocation of expenses Management allocated IC general and administrative expenses to the Group for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012 based on the time invested by IC management in the Groups respective holdings.
Debt and financial instruments ICs outstanding debt at the holding company level, other financial instruments and related finance expenses will not be transferred to Kenon and therefore were not reflected in the combined Carve-out Financial Statements.
Guarantees, Loans and Capital notes from IC Guarantees and loans (including capital notes) from IC to the Group companies that may be transferred to Kenon, were reflected in the combined Carve-out Financial Statements.
Contingent Liabilities Existing IC contingent liabilities, including those related to litigation, were not transferred to Kenon.
Associates Investments in associates that will be transferred to Kenon are included in the Carve-out Financial Statements.
F-11
Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 1 Financial Reporting Principles and Accounting Policies (Cont.)
C. | The combined carve-out financial statements (Cont.) |
Investments Investments that have been made by IC in investee companies that will be transferred to Kenon, and the financing of the Group, including holding company expenses, for the periods shown, were treated as Contributions from Parent Company in the statement of changes in parent company investment.
Operating segments The operating segments disclosures are based on the reporting to ICs CODM. However, in light of Kenons future expected reporting practices to its CODM, Qoros is voluntarily presented as a separate segment.
Earnings per share Kenon did not issue shares in the reported periods and there has not yet been a decision on the number of shares that will be issued by Kenon. Therefore, the combined carve-out financial statements do not include earnings per share data.
D. | Definitions |
In these carve-out financial statements -
1. | Subsidiaries Companies whose financial statements are fully consolidated with those of Kenon, directly or indirectly. |
2. | Associates Companies in which Kenon has significant influence and Kenons investment is stated, directly or indirectly, on the equity basis. |
3. | Investee companies subsidiaries and/or associated companies. |
4. | Related parties within the meaning thereof in International Accounting Standard 24 Related Parties. |
Note 2 Basis of Preparation of the Financial Statements
A. | Declaration of compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) |
The Combined Carve-Out financial statements (consolidated financial statements) were prepared by the Group in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB). These are the Groups first financial statements prepared in accordance with IFRS. The Group applied IFRS 1 First-time Adoption of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) in preparing these consolidated financial statements.
The consolidated financial statements were approved for publication by the Companys Board of Directors on August 13, 2014.
B. | Functional and presentation currency |
These consolidated financial statements are presented in US dollars, which is Kenons functional currency, and have been rounded to the nearest million, except when otherwise indicated. The US dollar is the currency that represents the principal economic environment in which Kenon and most of its investees operate.
C. | Basis of measurement |
The statements were prepared on the basis of historical cost, with the exception of the following assets and liabilities:
| Derivative financial instruments. |
| Inventory measured at the lower of cost or net realizable value. |
| Deferred tax assets and liabilities. |
| Provisions. |
| Assets and liabilities in respect of employee benefits. |
| Investments in associates. |
For additional information regarding measurement of these assets and liabilities see Note 3 Significant Accounting Policies.
F-12
Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 2 Basis of Preparation of the Financial Statements (Cont.)
D. | Use of estimates and judgment |
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with IFRS requires management to make judgments, estimates and assumptions that affect the application of accounting policies and the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, income and expenses. Actual results may differ from these estimates.
The preparation of accounting estimates used in the preparation of the Groups financial statements requires management of the Group to make assumptions regarding circumstances and events that involve considerable uncertainty. Management prepares the estimates on the basis of past experience, various facts, external circumstances, and reasonable assumptions according to the pertinent circumstances of each estimate.
Estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognized in the period in which the estimates are revised and in any future periods affected.
Information about assumptions made by the Group with respect to the future and other reasons for uncertainty with respect to estimates that have a significant risk of resulting in a material adjustment to carrying amounts of assets and liabilities in the next financial year are set forth below:
1. | Useful life of property, plant and equipment |
Property, plant and equipment is depreciated using the straight-line method over its estimated useful life.
At every year-end, or more often if necessary, the Group examines the estimated useful life of the property, plant and equipment by comparing it to the benchmark in the relevant industry, taking into account the level of maintenance and functioning over the years. If necessary, on the basis of this evaluation, the Group adjusts the estimated useful life of the property, plant and equipment. A change in estimates in subsequent periods could materially increase or decrease depreciation expenses.
2. | Recoverable amount of non-financial assets and Cash Generating Units |
Each reporting date, the Group examines whether there have been any events or changes in circumstances which would indicate impairment of one or more of its non-financial assets or Cash Generating Units (CGUs). When there are indications of impairment, an examination is made as to whether the carrying amount of the non-financial assets or CGUs exceeds their recoverable amount, and if necessary, an impairment loss is recognized. Assessment of the impairment of goodwill and of other intangible assets having an indeterminable life is performed at least once a year or when signs of impairment exist.
The recoverable amount of the asset or CGU is determined based on the higher of the fair value less selling costs of the asset or CGU and the present value of the future cash flows expected from the continued use of the asset or CGU in its present condition, including the cash flows expected upon retiring the asset from service and its eventual sale (value in use).
The future cash flows are discounted to their present value using a discount rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the asset or CGU.
The estimates regarding future cash flows are based on past experience with respect to this asset or similar assets (or CGUs), and on the Groups best possible assessments regarding the economic conditions that will exist during the remaining useful life of the asset or CGU.
The estimate of the future cash flows relies on the Groups budget and other forecasts. Since the actual cash flows may differ, the recoverable amount determined could change in subsequent periods, such that an additional impairment loss needs to be recognised or a previously recognized impairment loss needs to be reversed.
3. | Fair value of derivative financial instruments |
The Group is a party to derivative financial instruments used to hedge foreign currency risks, interest risks and price risks. The derivatives are recorded based on their fair values. The fair value of the derivative financial instruments is determined using acceptable valuation techniques that characterize the different
F-13
Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 2 Basis of Preparation of the Financial Statements (Cont.)
D. | Use of estimates and judgment (Cont.) |
3. | Fair value of derivative financial instruments (Cont.) |
derivatives, maximizing the use of observable inputs. Fair value measurement of long-term derivatives takes into account the counterparties credit risks. Changes in the economic assumptions and/or valuation techniques could give rise to significant changes in the fair value of the derivatives.
4. | Separation of embedded derivatives |
The Group exercises significant judgment in determining whether it is necessary to separate an embedded derivative from a host contract. If it is determined that the embedded derivative is not closely related to the host contract and that it is necessary to separate the embedded derivative, this component is measured separately from the host contract as a financial instrument at fair value through profit or loss. Otherwise, the entire instrument is measured in accordance with the measurement principles applicable to the host contract.
Changes in the fair value of separable embedded derivatives are recognized immediately in profit or loss, as financing income or expenses.
5. | Taxes on Income |
Deferred tax assets are recorded in connection with unutilized tax losses, as well as with respect to deductible temporary differences. Since such deferred tax assets may only be recognized where it is probable that there will be future taxable income against which said losses may be utilized, use of discretion by Management is required in order to assess the probability that such future taxable income will exist. Managements assessment is re-examined on a current basis and deferred tax assets are recognized if it is probable that future taxable income will permit recovery of the deferred tax assets.
Note 3 Significant Accounting Policies
The accounting policies detailed below were applied consistently in all the periods included in these consolidated statements by the Group entities.
A. | Basis for consolidation |
(1) | Business combinations |
The Group accounts for all business combinations according to the acquisition method.
The acquisition date is the date on which the Group obtains control over an acquiree. Control exists when the Group is exposed, or has rights, to variable returns from its involvement with the acquiree and it has the ability to affect those returns through its power over the acquiree. Substantive rights held by the Group and others are taken into account when assessing control.
The Group recognizes goodwill on acquisition according to the fair value of the consideration transferred less the net amount of the fair value of identifiable assets acquired less the fair value of liabilities assumed.
If the Group pays a bargain price for the acquisition (meaning including negative goodwill), it recognizes the resulting gain in profit or loss on the acquisition date.
Furthermore, goodwill is not adjusted in respect of the utilization of carry-forward tax losses that existed on the date of the business combination.
Costs associated with acquisitions that were incurred by the acquirer in the business combination such as: finders fees, advisory, legal, valuation and other professional or consulting fees are expensed in the period the services are received.
(2) | Subsidiaries |
Subsidiaries are entities controlled by the Group. The financial statements of subsidiaries are included in the consolidated financial statements from the date that control commences until the date that control is lost. The accounting policies of subsidiaries have been changed when necessary to align them with the policies adopted by the Group.
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Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 3 Significant Accounting Policies (Cont.)
A. | Basis for consolidation (Cont.) |
(3) | Non-controlling interests |
Non-controlling interests comprise the equity of a subsidiary that cannot be attributed, directly or indirectly, to the parent company, and they include additional components such as: share-based payments that will be settled with equity instruments of subsidiaries and options for shares of subsidiaries.
Transactions with non-controlling interests, while retaining control
Transactions with non-controlling interests while retaining control are accounted for as equity transactions. Any difference between the consideration paid or received and the change in non-controlling interests is included in the directly in parent company investment.
Allocation of comprehensive income to the shareholders
Profit or loss and any part of other comprehensive income are allocated to the owners of the Group and the non-controlling interests. Total comprehensive income is allocated to the owners of the Group and the non-controlling interests even if the result is a negative balance of non-controlling interests.
Furthermore, when the holding interest in the subsidiary changes, while retaining control, the Group re-attributes the accumulated amounts that were recognized in other comprehensive income to the owners of the Group and the non-controlling interests.
Cash flows deriving from transactions with holders of non-controlling interests while retaining control are classified under financing activities in the statement of cash flows.
(4) | Loss of control |
Upon the loss of control, the Group derecognizes the assets and liabilities of the subsidiary, any non-controlling interests and the other components of equity related to the subsidiary. If the Group retains any interest in the previous subsidiary, then such interest is measured at fair value at the date that control is lost. The difference between the sum of the proceeds and fair value of the retained interest, and the derecognized balances is recognized in profit or loss under other income or other expenses. Subsequently the retained interest is accounted for as an equity-accounted investee or as an available-for-sale asset depending on the level of influence retained by the Group in the relevant company.
The amounts recognized in capital reserves through other comprehensive income with respect to the same subsidiary are reclassified to profit or loss or to retained earnings in the same manner that would have been applicable if the subsidiary had itself realized the same assets or liabilities.
(5) | Investments in associates |
Associates are entities in which the Group has significant influence, but not control, over the financial and operating policies. Significant influence is presumed to exist when the Group holds between 20% and 50% of another entity. In assessing significant influence, potential voting rights that are currently exercisable or convertible into shares of the investee are taken into account.
Associates are accounted for using the equity method (equity accounted investees) and are recognized initially at cost. The cost of the investment includes transaction costs. The consolidated financial statements include the Groups share of the income and expenses in profit or loss and of other comprehensive income of equity accounted investees, after adjustments to align the accounting policies with those of the Group, from the date that significant influence commences until the date that significant influence ceases.
When the Groups share of losses exceeds its interest in an equity accounted investee, the carrying amount of that interest, including any long-term interests that form part thereof, is reduced to zero. When the Groups share of long-term interests that form a part of the investment in the investee is different from its share in the investees equity, the Group continues to recognize its share of the investees losses, after the equity investment was reduced to zero, according to its economic interest in the long-term interests, after the aforesaid interests were reduced to zero. The recognition of further losses is discontinued except to the extent that the Group has an obligation to support the investee or has made payments on behalf of the investee.
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Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 3 Significant Accounting Policies (Cont.)
A. | Basis for consolidation (Cont.) |
(6) | Loss of significant influence |
The Group discontinues applying the equity method from the date it loses significant influence in an associate and it accounts for the retained investment as a financial asset or subsidiary, as relevant.
On the date of losing significant influence, the Group measures at fair value any retained interest it has in the former associate. The Group recognizes in profit or loss any difference between the sum of the fair value of the retained interest and any proceeds received from the partial disposal of the investment in the associate or joint venture, and the carrying amount of the investment on that date.
Amounts recognized in equity through other comprehensive income with respect to such associates are reclassified to profit or loss or to retained earnings in the same manner that would have been applicable if the associate had itself disposed the related assets or liabilities.
(7) | Change in interest held in equity accounted investees while retaining significant influence |
When the Group increases its interest in an equity accounted investee while retaining significant influence, it implements the acquisition method only with respect to the additional interest obtained whereas the previous interest remains the same.
When there is a decrease in the interest in an equity accounted investee while retaining significant influence, the Group derecognizes a proportionate part of its investment and recognizes in profit or loss a gain or loss from the sale under other income or other expenses.
Furthermore, on the same date, a proportionate part of the amounts recognized in equity through other comprehensive income with respect to the same equity accounted investee are reclassified to profit or loss or to retained earnings in the same manner that would have been applicable if the associate had itself realized the same assets or liabilities.
(8) | Joint operation |
When the Group has rights to the assets and obligations for the liabilities relating to joint arrangements, it recognizes the assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses of the joint arrangement based on its rights in these items, including its share of the items held or incurred jointly. Gains or losses from transactions with joint operations are recognized only at the amount of the share of the other parties in the joint operation. When these transactions provide evidence of impairment of those assets, such losses are fully recognized by the Group.
(9) | Intra-group Transactions |
Intra-group balances and transactions, and any unrealized income and expenses arising from intra-group transactions, are eliminated in preparing the consolidated financial statements. Unrealized losses are eliminated in the same way as unrealized gains, but only to the extent that there is no evidence of impairment.
B. | Foreign currency |
(1) | Foreign currency transactions |
Transactions in foreign currencies are translated into the respective functional currencies of Group entities at exchange rates at the dates of the transactions. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies at the reporting date are translated into the functional currency at the exchange rate at that date.
Non-monetary items that are measured in terms of historical cost in denominated a foreign currency are translated using the exchange rate at the date of the transaction.
Foreign currency differences are generally recognized in profit or loss, except for differences relating to qualifying cash flow hedges to the extent the hedge is effective which are recognized in other comprehensive income.
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Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 3 Significant Accounting Policies (Cont.)
B. | Foreign currency (Cont.) |
(2) | Foreign operations |
The assets and liabilities of foreign operations, including goodwill and fair value adjustments arising on acquisition, are translated into US dollars at exchange rates at the reporting date. The income and expenses of foreign operations are translated into US dollars at exchange rates at the dates of the transactions.
Foreign operation translation differences are recognized in other comprehensive income.
When the foreign operation is a non-wholly-owned subsidiary of the Group, then the relevant proportionate share of the foreign operation translation difference is allocated to the non-controlling interests.
When a foreign operation is disposed of such that control or significant influence is lost, the cumulative amount in the translation reserve related to that foreign operation is reclassified to profit or loss as a part of the gain or loss on disposal.
Furthermore, when the Groups interest in a subsidiary that includes a foreign operation changes, while retaining control in the subsidiary, a proportionate part of the cumulative amount of the translation difference that was recognized in other comprehensive income is reattributed to non-controlling interests.
When the Group disposes of only part of its investment in an associate that includes a foreign operation, while retaining significant influence, the proportionate part of the cumulative amount of the translation difference is reclassified to profit or loss.
Generally, foreign currency differences from a monetary item receivable from or payable to a foreign operation, including foreign operations that are subsidiaries, are recognized in profit or loss in the consolidated financial statements.
Foreign exchange gains and losses arising from a monetary item receivable from or payable to a foreign operation, the settlement of which is neither planned nor likely in the foreseeable future, are considered to form part of a net investment in a foreign operation and are recognized in other comprehensive income, and are presented within equity in the translation reserve.
C. | Financial instruments |
(1) | Non-derivative financial assets |
Initial recognition of financial assets
The Group initially recognizes loans and receivables and deposits on the date that they are created. All other financial assets acquired in a regular way purchase, are recognized initially on the trade date on which the Group becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the instrument, meaning on the date the Group undertook to purchase or sell the asset. Non-derivative financial instruments comprise investments in equity and debt securities, trade and other receivables and cash and cash equivalents.
Derecognition of financial assets
Financial assets are derecognized when the contractual rights of the Group to the cash flows from the asset expire, or the Group transfers the rights to receive the contractual cash flows on the financial asset in a transaction in which substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership of the financial asset are transferred.
Sales of financial assets are recognized on a trade date basis.
See (2) hereunder regarding offsetting of financial assets and financial liabilities.
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Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 3 Significant Accounting Policies (Cont.)
C. | Financial instruments (Cont.) |
(1) | Non-derivative financial assets (Cont.) |
Classification of financial assets into categories and the accounting treatment of each category
The Group classifies its financial assets according to the following categories:
Loans and receivables
Loans and receivables are non-derivative financial assets with fixed or determinable payments that are not quoted in an active market. Such assets are recognized initially at fair value plus any directly attributable transaction costs. Subsequent to initial recognition loans and receivables are measured at amortized cost using the effective interest method, less any impairment losses.
Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents include cash balances available for immediate use and call deposits. Cash equivalents include short-term highly liquid investments (with original maturities of three months or less) that are readily convertible into known amounts of cash and are exposed to insignificant risks of change in value. Bank overdrafts that are repayable on demand and form an integral part of the Groups cash management are included as a component of cash and cash equivalents for the purpose of the statement of cash flows.
(2) | Non-derivative financial liabilities |
Non-derivative financial liabilities include loans and credit from banks and others, debentures, trade and other payables and finance lease liabilities.
Initial recognition of financial liabilities
The Group initially recognizes debt securities issued on the date that they originated. All other financial liabilities are recognized initially on the trade date on which the Group becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the instrument.
Financial liabilities are recognized initially at fair value plus any directly attributable transaction costs. Subsequent to initial recognition these financial liabilities are measured at amortized cost using the effective interest method.
Derecognition of financial liabilities
Financial liabilities are derecognized when the obligation of the Group, as specified in the agreement, expires or when it is discharged or cancelled.
Change in terms of debt instruments
An exchange of debt instruments having substantially different terms, between an existing borrower and lender is accounted for as an extinguishment of the original financial liability and the recognition of a new financial liability at fair value. Furthermore, a substantial modification of the terms of the existing financial liability, or part of it, is accounted for as an extinguishment of the original financial liability and the recognition of a new financial liability.
The terms are considered to be substantially different if the discounted present value of the cash flows according to the new terms, including any commissions paid, less any commissions received and discounted using the original effective interest rate, varies by at least ten percent from the discounted present value of the remaining cash flows of the original financial liability.
In addition to the aforesaid quantitative criterion, the Group examines, inter alia, whether there have also been changes in various economic parameters inherent in the exchanged debt instruments.
Upon the swap of debt instruments with equity instruments, equity instruments issued are regarded as a part of consideration paid for purposes of calculating the gain or loss from derecognition of the financial
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Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 3 Significant Accounting Policies (Cont.)
C. | Financial instruments (Cont.) |
(2) | Non-derivative financial liabilities (Cont.) |
Change in terms of debt instruments (Cont.)
liability. The equity instruments are initially recognized at fair value, unless fair value cannot be reliably measured in which case the issued instruments are measured at the fair value of the derecognized liability. Any difference between the amortized cost of the financial liability and the initial measurement amount of the equity instruments is recognized in profit or loss under financing income or expenses.
Offsetting of financial instruments
Financial assets and liabilities are offset and the net amount presented in the statement of financial position when, and only when, the Group currently has a legal right to offset the amounts and intends either to settle on a net basis or to realize the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.
(3) | Derivative financial instruments, including hedge accounting |
The Group companies hold derivative financial instruments for purposes of reducing the exposure to commodity price risks, foreign currency risks, interest risks, and prices of inputs, including separable embedded derivatives.
Hedge accounting
On initial designation of the hedge, the Group formally documents the relationship between the hedging instrument(s) and hedged item(s), including the risk management objectives and strategy in undertaking the hedge transaction, together with the methods that will be used to assess the effectiveness of the hedging relationship.
The Group makes an assessment, both at the inception of the hedge relationship as well as on an ongoing basis, whether the hedging instruments are expected to be highly effective in offsetting the changes in the fair value or cash flows of the respective hedged items during the period for which the hedge is designated, and whether the actual results of each hedge are within a range of 80-125 percent.
Measurement of derivative financial instruments
Derivatives are recognized initially at fair value; attributable transaction costs are recognized in profit or loss as incurred. Subsequent to initial recognition, derivatives are measured at fair value, and changes therein are accounted for as described below.
Cash flow hedges
Changes in the fair value of a derivative hedging instrument designated as a cash flow hedge are recognized through other comprehensive income directly in a hedging reserve, to the extent that the hedge is effective. To the extent that the hedge is ineffective, changes in fair value are recognized in profit or loss. The amount recognized in the hedging reserve is removed and included in profit or loss in the same period as the hedged cash flows affect profit or loss under the same line item in the statement of income as the hedged item.
If the hedging instrument no longer meets the criteria for hedge accounting, expires or is sold, terminated or exercised, then hedge accounting is discontinued prospectively. The cumulative gain or loss previously recognized through other comprehensive income and presented in the hedging reserve in equity remains there until the forecasted transaction occurs or is no longer expected to occur. If the forecasted transaction is no longer expected to occur, then the cumulative gain or loss previously recognized in the hedging reserve is recognized immediately in profit or loss. When the hedged item is a non-financial asset, the amount recognized in the hedging reserve is transferred to the carrying amount of the asset when it is recognized. In other cases the amount recognized in the hedging reserve is transferred to profit or loss in the same period that the hedged item affects profit or loss.
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Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 3 Significant Accounting Policies (Cont.)
C. | Financial instruments (Cont.) |
(3) | Derivative financial instruments, including hedge accounting (Cont.) |
Economic hedges
Hedge accounting is not applied to derivative instruments that economically hedge financial assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies. Changes in the fair value of such derivatives are recognized in profit or loss.
Derivatives that do not serve hedging purposes
The changes in fair value of these derivatives are recognized immediately in profit or loss, as financing income or expense.
Separable embedded derivatives
Embedded derivatives are separated from the host contract and accounted for separately if (a) the economic characteristics and risks of the host contract and the embedded derivative are not closely related, (b) a separate instrument with the same terms as the embedded derivative would meet the definition of a derivative, and (c) the combined instrument is not measured at fair value through profit or loss.
If an instrument has more than one underlying variable, with one underlying variable being a non-financial variable specific to one of the parties, the Group determines whether the instrument is a derivative or not based on its predominant characteristics. If the dominant variable is the non-financial variable specific to one of the parties, the instrument is not a derivative, and therefore is not separated from the host contract. However, if the dominant variable is the financial variable (or non-financial variable that is not specific to one of the parties), the instrument is separated from the host contract and accounted for as a derivative.
Changes in the fair value of separable embedded derivatives are recognized immediately in profit or loss.
(4) | Financial guarantees |
A financial guarantee is initially recognized at fair value. In subsequent periods a financial guarantee is measured at the higher of the amount recognized in accordance with the guidelines of IAS 37 and the liability initially recognized after being amortized in accordance with the guidelines of IAS 18. Any resulting adjustment of the liability is recognized in profit or loss.
D. | Property, plant and equipment |
(1). | Recognition and measurement |
Property plant and equipment items, including the fleet of vessels, are measured at cost less accumulated depreciation and accumulated impairment losses.
Cost includes expenditure that are directly attributable to the acquisition of the asset. The cost of self-constructed assets includes the cost of materials and direct labor, any other costs directly attributable to bringing the assets to a working condition for their intended use and capitalized borrowing costs. Purchased software that is integral to the functionality of the related equipment is recognized as part of that equipment. In addition, payments on account of acquisition of property, plant and equipment are presented as part of the property, plant and equipment.
Spare parts, servicing equipment and stand-by equipment are to be classified as property, plant and equipment assets when they meet the definition in IAS 16, and are otherwise to be classified as inventory.
When major parts of a property, plant and equipment item (including costs of major periodic inspections) have different useful lives, they are accounted for as separate items (major components) of property, plant and equipment.
Changes in the obligation to dismantle and remove the items and to restore the site on which they are located, other than changes deriving from the passing of time, are added to or deducted from the cost of the asset in the period in which they occur. The amount deducted from the cost of the asset does not exceed the balance of the carrying amount, and any balance is recognized immediately in profit or loss.
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Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 3 Significant Accounting Policies (Cont.)
D. | Property, plant and equipment (Cont.) |
(1). | Recognition and measurement (Cont.) |
Gains and losses on disposal of a property, plant and equipment item are determined by the difference between the net proceeds from disposal and the carrying amount of the asset.
(2) | Subsequent costs |
The cost of replacing part of a property, plant and equipment item and other subsequent expenses are capitalized if it is probable that the future economic benefits associated with them will flow to the Group and their cost can be measured reliably. The carrying amount of the replaced part of a property, plant and equipment item is derecognized. The costs of day-to-day servicing are recognized in profit or loss as incurred.
Significant improvements that extend the useful lives of property, plant and equipment are capitalized as part of the cost of the property, plant and equipment.
(3). | Depreciation |
Depreciation is a systematic allocation of the depreciable amount of an asset over its useful life. The depreciable amount is the cost of the asset, or other amount substituted for cost.
An asset is depreciated from the date it is ready for use, meaning the date it reaches the location and condition required for it to operate in the manner intended by management.
Depreciation is recognized in profit or loss (unless the amount is included in the carrying amount of another asset) over the estimated useful lives of each part of the Property, plant and equipment item, since this most closely reflects the expected pattern of consumption of the future economic benefits embodied in the asset. Leased assets under finance lease agreements are depreciated over the shorter of the lease term and their useful lives, unless it is reasonably certain that the Group will obtain ownership by the end of the lease term. Freehold land is not depreciated.
The estimated useful lives for the current and comparative periods are as follows:
Years | ||
Buildings |
25-40 | |
Facilities, machinery and equipment |
825 | |
Office furniture and equipment, motor vehicles, computer equipment and other |
320 | |
Power plants |
2535 | |
Hydro-electric power plants |
7090 |
The estimated useful lives of vessels, containers, handling equipment and other tangible assets for the current and comparative periods are as follows (taking into account a residual value of 10% of the cost of the assets):
Years | ||
Vessels |
2530 | |
Containers |
13 | |
Chassis |
30 | |
Other equipment |
13 | |
Dry-dock for fleet of owned vessels |
Up to 5 years |
Depreciation methods, useful lives and residual values are reviewed at the end of each reporting year and adjusted if appropriate.
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Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 3 Significant Accounting Policies (Cont.)
E. | Intangible Assets |
(1) | Goodwill |
Goodwill that arises upon the acquisition of subsidiaries is presented as part of intangible assets. For information on measurement of goodwill at initial recognition, see Paragraph A(1) of this note.
In subsequent periods goodwill is measured at cost less accumulated impairment losses.
(2) | Research and development |
Expenditures for research activities are recognized in profit or loss when incurred. A development expenditure is capitalized only if the development costs can be measured reliably, the product or process is technically and commercially feasible, future economic benefits are probable, and the Group has the intention and sufficient resources to complete development and to use or sell the asset. The expenditure capitalized in respect of development activities includes the cost of materials, direct labor and overhead costs that are directly attributable to preparing the asset for its intended use. Other development expenditures are recognized in profit or loss as incurred.
In subsequent periods, capitalized development expenditures are measured at cost less accumulated amortization and accumulated impairment losses.
(3) | Other intangible assets |
Other intangible assets, that are acquired by the Group, which have finite useful lives, are measured at cost less accumulated amortization and accumulated impairment losses.
Intangible assets having an indefinite useful life or not yet available for use are measured at cost less accumulated impairment losses.
(4) | Dry-dock for fleet vessels under operating lease |
The cost of inspecting the fleet vessels held under a bareboat charter (an operating lease) is amortized over the shorter of the period up to the next inspection or the end of the lease agreement.
(5) | Subsequent expenditure |
A subsequent expenditure is capitalized only when it increases the future economic benefits embodied in the specific asset to which it relates. Any other expenditure, including expenditure on internally generated goodwill and brands, is recognized in profit or loss as incurred.
(6) | Amortization |
Amortization is a systematic allocation of the amortizable amount of an intangible asset over its useful life. The amortizable amount is the cost of the asset.
Amortization is recognized in profit or loss on a straight-line basis, over the estimated useful lives of the intangible assets from the date they are available for use, since these methods most closely reflect the expected pattern of consumption of the future economic benefits embodied in each asset. Goodwill and intangible assets having an indefinite useful life are not systematically amortized but are tested for impairment at least once a year.
The estimated useful lives for the current period and comparative periods are as follows:
Years | ||
Software costs |
5 | |
Capitalized software development costs |
58 | |
Agreements with customers |
8-12 | |
Dry-dock for fleet of leased vessels |
Up to 5 years |
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Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 3 Significant Accounting Policies (Cont.)
E. | Intangible Assets (Cont.) |
(6) | Amortization (Cont.) |
Amortization methods, useful lives are reviewed at the end of each reporting year and adjusted if appropriate.
The Group examines the useful life of an intangible asset that is not periodically amortized at least once a year in order to determine whether events and circumstances continue to support the decision that the intangible asset has an indefinite useful life.
F. | Leases |
(1) | Leased assets |
Leases where the Group assumes substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership are classified as finance leases. Upon initial recognition the leased assets are measured and a liability is recognized at an amount equal to the lower of its fair value and the present value of the minimum lease payments.
Subsequent to initial recognition, the asset is accounted for in accordance with the accounting policy applicable to that asset.
Other leases are classified as operating leases, and the leased assets are not recognized in the Groups statement of financial position.
(2) | Lease payments |
Payments made under operating leases are recognized in profit or loss on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease. Lease incentives received are recognized as an integral part of the total lease expense on a straight-line basis, over the term of the lease. Minimum lease payments made under operating leases are recognized in profit or loss as incurred.
Minimum lease payments made under finance leases are apportioned between the financing expense and the reduction of the outstanding liability. The financing expense is allocated to each period during the lease term so as to produce a constant periodic rate of interest on the remaining balance of the liability.
Determining whether an arrangement contains a lease
At inception or upon reassessment of an arrangement, the Group determines whether such an arrangement is or contains a lease. An arrangement is a lease or contains a lease if the following two criteria are met:
| Fulfillment of the arrangement is dependent on the use of a specific asset or assets; and |
| The arrangement contains rights to use the asset. |
At inception or upon reassessment of the arrangement, the Group separates payments and other consideration required by such an arrangement into those for the lease and those for other elements on the basis of their relative fair values.
Sale and leaseback
In sale and operating lease back transactions, gains from the sale are recognized in profit and loss where the sales price is equal to the fair value of the asset disposed. In sale and finance lease back transactions any excess of sales proceeds over the carrying amount is deferred and amortized over the lease term.
G. | Inventories |
Inventories are measured at the lower of cost and net realizable value. The cost of inventories is based on the moving average principle, and mainly includes fuel on board.
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Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 3 Significant Accounting Policies (Cont.)
H. | Borrowing costs |
Specific and non-specific borrowing costs are capitalized to qualifying assets throughout the period required for completion and construction until they are ready for their intended use. Non-specific borrowing costs are capitalized in the same manner to the same investment in qualifying assets, or portion thereof, which was not financed with specific credit by means of a rate which is the weighted-average cost of the credit sources which were not specifically capitalized. Foreign currency differences from credit in foreign currency are capitalized if they are considered an adjustment of interest costs. Other borrowing costs are expensed as incurred.
I. | Impairment |
(1) | Non-derivative financial assets |
A financial asset not carried at fair value through profit or loss is tested for impairment when objective evidence indicates that a loss event has occurred after the initial recognition of the asset, and that the loss event had a negative effect on the estimated future cash flows of that asset that can be estimated reliably.
Evidence of impairment of debt instruments
The Group considers evidence of impairment for loans, trade receivables and other receivables per specific asset. All individually significant trade receivables, loans and other receivables are assessed for specific impairment.
Accounting for impairment losses of financial assets measured at amortized cost
An impairment loss in respect of a financial asset measured at amortized cost is calculated as the difference between its carrying amount and the present value of the estimated future cash flows discounted at the assets original effective interest rate. Losses are recognized in profit or loss and reflected in a provision for loss against the balance of the financial asset measured at amortized cost.
Reversal of impairment loss
An impairment loss is reversed if the reversal can be related objectively to an event occurring after the impairment loss was recognized (such as repayment by the debtor). For financial assets measured at amortized cost, the reversal is recognized in profit or loss.
(2) | Non- financial assets |
Timing of impairment testing
The carrying amounts of the Groups non-financial assets, other than inventories and deferred tax assets, are reviewed at each reporting date to determine whether there is any indication of impairment. If any such indication exists, then the assets recoverable amount is estimated.
Once a year and on the same date, or more frequently if there are indications of impairment, the Group estimates the recoverable amount of each cash generating unit that contains goodwill, or intangible assets that have indefinite useful lives or not yet available for use.
Determining cash-generating units
For the purpose of impairment testing, assets that cannot be tested individually are grouped together into the smallest group of assets that generates cash inflows from continuing use that are largely independent of the cash inflows of other assets or groups of assets (the cash-generating unit).
Measurement of recoverable amount
The recoverable amount of an asset or cash-generating unit is the greater of its value in use and its fair value less costs of disposal. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their
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Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 3 Significant Accounting Policies (Cont.)
I. | Impairment (Cont.) |
(2) | Non- financial assets (Cont.) |
Measurement of recoverable amount (Cont.)
present value using a pre-tax discount rate that reflects the assessments of market participants regarding the time value of money and the risks specific to the asset or cash-generating unit, for which the estimated future cash flows from the asset or cash-generating unit were not adjusted.
Allocation of goodwill to cash generating units
Subject to an operating segment ceiling test (before the aggregation of similar segments), for the purposes of goodwill impairment testing, cash-generating units to which goodwill has been allocated are aggregated so that the level at which impairment testing is performed reflects the lowest level at which goodwill is monitored for internal reporting purposes. When goodwill is not monitored for internal reporting purposes, it is allocated to operating segments (before the aggregation of similar segments) and not to a cash-generating unit (or group of cash-generating units) lower in level than an operating segment.
Goodwill acquired in a business combination is allocated to groups of cash-generating units, including those existing in the Group before the business combination, that are expected to benefit from the synergies of the combination.
For purposes of goodwill impairment testing, when the non-controlling interests were initially measured according to their relative share of the acquirees net assets, the carrying amount of the goodwill is adjusted according to the rate the Group holds in the cash-generating unit to which the goodwill is allocated.
Recognition of impairment loss
An impairment loss is recognized if the carrying amount of an asset or cash-generating unit exceeds its recoverable amount. Impairment losses are recognized in profit or loss. With respect to cash-generating units that include goodwill, an impairment loss is recognized when the carrying amount of the cash-generating unit, after including the balance of goodwill, exceeds its recoverable amount. Impairment losses recognized in respect of cash-generating units are allocated first to reduce the carrying amount of any goodwill allocated to the units and then to reduce the carrying amounts of the other assets in the cash-generating unit on a pro rata basis.
Reversal of impairment loss
An impairment loss in respect of goodwill is not reversed. In respect of other assets, for which impairment losses were recognized in prior periods, an assessment is performed at each reporting date for any indications that these losses have decreased or no longer exist. An impairment loss is reversed if there has been a change in the estimates used to determine the recoverable amount. An impairment loss is reversed only to the extent that the assets carrying amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined, net of depreciation or amortization, if no impairment loss had been recognized.
(3) | Investments in associates |
An investment in an associate is tested for impairment when objective evidence indicates there has been impairment (as described in Paragraph (1) above).
If objective evidence indicates that the value of the investment may have been impaired, the Group estimates the recoverable amount of the investment, which is the greater of its value in use and its net selling price. In assessing value in use of an investment in an associate, the Group either estimates its share of the present value of estimated future cash flows that are expected to be generated by the associate, including cash flows from operations of the associate and the consideration from the final disposal of the investment, or estimates the present value of the estimated future cash flows that are expected to be derived from dividends that will be received and from the final disposal.
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Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 3 Significant Accounting Policies (Cont.)
I. | Impairment (Cont.) |
(3) | Investments in associates (Cont.) |
An impairment loss is recognized when the carrying amount of the investment, after applying the equity method, exceeds its recoverable amount, and it is recognized in profit or loss. An impairment loss is not allocated to any asset, including goodwill that forms part of the carrying amount of the investment in the associate.
An impairment loss is reversed only if there has been a change in the estimates used to determine the recoverable amount of the investment after the impairment loss was recognized, and only to the extent that the investments carrying amount, after the reversal of the impairment loss, does not exceed the carrying amount of the investment that would have been determined by the equity method if no impairment loss had been recognized.
J. | Employee Benefits |
The Group has a number of post-employment benefit plans. The plans are usually financed by deposits with insurance companies or with funds managed by a trustee, and they are classified as defined contribution plans and as defined benefit plans.
1. | Defined contribution plans |
A defined contribution pension plan is a post-employment benefit plan under which an entity pays fixed contributions into a separate entity and will have no legal or constructive obligation to pay further amounts. Obligations for contributions to defined contribution pension plans are recognized as an employee benefit expense in profit or loss in the periods during which related services are rendered by employees.
2. | Defined benefit plans |
A defined benefit plan is a post-employment benefit plan other than a defined contribution plan.
The Groups net obligation in respect of defined benefit pension plans is calculated separately for each plan by estimating the amount of future benefit that employees have earned in return for their service in the current and prior periods. That benefit is discounted to determine its present value, and the fair value of any plan assets is deducted. The Group determines the net interest expense (income) on the net defined benefit liability (asset) for the period by applying the discount rate used to measure the defined benefit obligation at the beginning of the annual period to the then-net defined benefit liability (assets). The discount rate is the yield at the reporting date on Government debentures denominated in the same currency, that have maturity dates approximating the terms of the Groups obligations. The calculation is performed by a qualified actuary using the projected unit credit method.
When the calculation results in a net asset for the Group, an asset is recognized up to the net present value of economic benefits available in the form of a refund from the plan or a reduction in future contributions to the plan. An economic benefit in the form of refunds or reductions in future contributions is considered available when it can be realized over the life of the plan or after settlement of the obligation.
Gains or losses resulting from settlements of a defined benefit plan are recognized in profit or loss. Such gains or losses include any resulting change in the present value of the obligation; any resulting change in the fair value of plan assets and any unrecognized actuarial gains and losses and past service cost.
The Group recognizes immediately, directly in other comprehensive income, all actuarial gains and losses arising from defined benefit plans.
3. | Termination benefits |
Termination benefits are recognized as an expense when the Group is committed demonstrably, without realistic possibility of withdrawal, to a formal detailed plan to terminate employment before the normal retirement date, or to provide termination benefits as a result of an offer made to encourage voluntary
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Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 3 Significant Accounting Policies (Cont.)
J. | Employee Benefits (Cont.) |
3. | Termination benefits (Cont.) |
redundancy. Termination benefits for voluntary redundancies are recognized as an expense if the Group has made an offer of voluntary redundancy, it is probable that the offer will be accepted, and the number of acceptances can be estimated reliably. If benefits are payable more than 12 months after the reporting period, then they are discounted to their present value. The discount rate is the yield at the reporting date on Government debentures denominated in the same currency, that have maturity dates approximating the terms of the Groups obligations.
4. | Other long-term benefits |
The Groups net obligation in respect of long-term service benefits, other than pension plans, is the amount of future benefit that employees have earned in return for their service in the current and prior periods; that benefit is discounted to determine its present value, and the fair value of any related assets is deducted. The discount rate is the yield at the reporting date on long-term government bonds that have maturity dates approximating to the terms of the Groups obligations. The calculation is performed using the projected unit credit method. Any actuarial gains or losses are recognized in profit or loss in the period in which they arise.
5. | Short-term benefits |
Short-term employee benefit obligations are measured on an undiscounted basis and are expensed as the related service is provided. The employee benefits are classified, for measurement purposes, as short-term benefits or as other long-term benefits depending on when the Group expects the benefits to be wholly settled.
K. | Provisions |
A provision is recognized if, as a result of a past event, the Group has a present legal or constructive obligation that can be estimated reliably, and it is probable that an outflow of economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation. The Group recognizes a reimbursement asset if, and only if, it is virtually certain that the reimbursement will be received if the Group settles the obligation. The amount recognized in respect of the reimbursement does not exceed the amount of the provision.
Legal claims
A provision for claims is recognized if, as a result of a past event, the Group has a present legal or constructive obligation and it is more likely than not that an outflow of economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation and the amount of obligation can be estimated reliably.
L. | Revenue recognition |
(1) | Revenue from voyages and accompanying services |
Revenue from cargo traffic is recognized in profit or loss in proportion to the stage of completion of the transaction at the reporting date. The stage of completion is assessed for each cargo by reference to the time-based proportion.
The operating expenses related to cargo traffic are recognized immediately as incurred. If the incremental expenses related to the cargo exceed the related revenue, the loss is recognized immediately in the income statement.
(2) | Revenue from sale of electricity |
Revenue is recognized to the extent that it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Group and the revenue can be reliably measured. Revenue comprises the fair value for the sale of electricity, net of value-added-tax, rebates and discounts and after eliminating sales within the Group.
Revenues from the sale of energy are recognized in the period during which the sale occurs. Revenues from the power generation are recorded based upon output delivered and capacity provided at rates specified under contract terms.
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Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 3 Significant Accounting Policies (Cont.)
L. | Revenue recogihnition (Cont.) |
(3) | Revenue from sale of biodiesel |
Revenues are recorded if the material risks and rewards associated with ownership of the goods/merchandise sold have been assigned to the buyer. This usually occurs upon the delivery of products and merchandise.
Revenue is recorded to the extent that it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Group and the amount of the revenues can be reliably measured.
M. | Lease payments |
(1) | Operating lease payments |
Payments made under operating leases are recognized in profit and loss on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease. Lease incentives received are recognized as an integral part of the total lease expense, over the term of the lease.
(2) | Finance lease payments |
Minimum lease payments are apportioned between the finance expense and the reduction of the outstanding liability. The finance expense is allocated to each period during the lease term so as to produce a constant periodic rate of interest on the remaining balance of the liability.
N. | Financing Income and Expenses |
Financing income includes income from interest on amounts invested and gains from exchange rate differences. Interest income is recognized as accrued, using the effective interest method.
Financing expenses include interest on loans received, changes in the fair value of derivatives financial instruments presented at fair value through profit or loss, and exchange rate losses. Borrowing costs, which are not capitalized, are recorded in the income statement using the effective interest method.
In the statements of cash flows, interest received is presented as part of cash flows from investing activities. Dividends received are presented as part of cash flows from operating activities. Interest paid and dividends paid are presented as part of cash flows from financing activities. Accordingly, financing costs that were capitalized to qualifying assets are presented together with interest paid as part of cash flows from financing activities.
Gains and losses from exchange rate differences and gains and losses from derivative financial instruments are reported on a net basis as financing income or expenses, based on the fluctuations on the rate of exchange and their position (net gain or loss).
O. | Taxes on Income |
Income tax comprises current and deferred tax. Current tax and deferred tax are recognized in profit or loss except to the extent that they relate to a business combination, or are recognized directly in equity or in other comprehensive income to the extent they relate to items recognized directly in equity or in other comprehensive income.
Current taxes
Current tax is the expected tax payable (or receivable) on the taxable income for the year, using tax rates enacted or substantively enacted at the reporting date. Current taxes also include taxes any tax arising from dividends.
Uncertain tax positions
A provision for uncertain tax positions, including additional tax and interest expenses, is recognized when it is more probable than not that the Group will have to use its economic resources to pay the obligation.
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Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 3 Significant Accounting Policies (Cont.)
O. | Taxes on Income (Cont.) |
Deferred taxes
Deferred tax is recognized in respect of temporary differences between the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities for financial reporting purposes and the amounts used for taxation purposes. Deferred tax is not recognized for the following temporary differences:
| The initial recognition of goodwill, |
| The initial recognition of assets and liabilities in a transaction that is not a business combination and that affects neither accounting nor taxable profit or loss, |
| Differences relating to investments in subsidiaries, joint arrangements and associates, to the extent that the Group is able to control the timing of the reversal of the temporary difference and it is probable that they will not reverse in the foreseeable future, either by way of selling the investment or by way of distributing dividends in respect of the investment. |
The measurement of deferred tax reflects the tax consequences that would follow the manner in which the Group expects, at the end of the reporting period, to recover or settle the carrying amount of its assets and liabilities. Deferred tax is measured at the tax rates that are expected to be applied to temporary differences when they reverse, based on the laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the reporting date.
A deferred tax asset is recognized for unused tax losses, tax benefits and deductible temporary differences, to the extent that it is probable that future taxable profits will be available against which they can be utilized. Deferred tax assets are reviewed at each reporting date and are reduced to the extent that it is no longer probable that the related tax benefit will be realized.
Offsetting of deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities
Deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset if there is a legally enforceable right to offset current tax liabilities and assets, and they relate to income taxes levied by the same tax authority on the same taxable entity, or on different tax entities, but they intend to settle current tax liabilities and assets on a net basis or their tax assets and liabilities will be realized concurrently.
Additional tax on dividend distribution
The Group may be required to pay additional tax if a dividend is distributed by Group companies. This additional tax was not included in the financial statements, since the policy of the Group companies is to not distribute a dividend which creates an additional tax liability for the recipient company in the foreseeable future.
In such cases that an investee company is expected to distribute a dividend from profits involving additional tax for the Group, the Group creates a tax provision in respect of the additional tax it may be required to pay in respect of the dividend distribution.
Additional income taxes that arise from the distribution of dividends by the Group are recognized in profit or loss at the same time that the liability to pay the related dividend is recognized.
P. | Transactions with a Controlling Shareholder |
Assets, liabilities and benefits with respect to which a transaction is executed with a controlling shareholder are measured at fair value on the transaction date. The Group records the difference between the fair value and the consideration in the transactions with the parent company investment.
Q. | Indices and Exchange Rates |
Balances in foreign currency or linked thereto are included in the financial statements based on the representative rates of exchange as at the balance sheet date. Balances linked to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) are included based on the index applicable to each linked asset or liability.
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Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 3 Significant Accounting Policies (Cont.)
Q. | Indices and Exchange Rates (Cont.) |
Set forth below is detail regarding the representative exchange rates and the Consumer Price Index:
Known Consumer Price Index |
DollarRMB Exchange Rate |
DollarShekel Exchange Rate |
DollarEuro Exchange Rate |
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119.89 | 6.05 | 3.471 | 0.726 | ||||||||||||
As at December 31, 2012 |
117.64 | 6.23 | 3.733 | 0.759 | ||||||||||||
As at January 1, 2012 |
115.97 | 6.31 | 3.821 | 0.774 | ||||||||||||
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December 31, 2012 |
1.4 | % | (1.2 | %) | (2.3 | %) | (1.9 | %) |
Note 4 Determination of Fair Value
As part of its accounting policies and disclosure requirements, the Group is required to determine the fair value of both financial and non-financial assets and liabilities. The fair values have been determined for purposes of measurement and/or disclosure based on the following methods. Additional information regarding the assumptions used in determining the fair values is disclosed in the notes relating to that asset or liability.
A. | Cash Generating Unit for impairment testing |
See Note 13.
B. | Derivatives |
See Note 29F regarding Financial Instruments.
C. | Non-derivative financial liabilities |
Non-derivative financial liabilities are measured at fair value, at initial recognition and for disclosure purposes, at each reporting date.
Fair value for disclosure purposes, is determined based on the quoted trading price in the market for traded debentures, whereas for non-traded loans, debentures and other financial liabilities is determined by discounting the future cash flows in respect of the principal and interest component using the market interest rate as at the date of the report.
Note 5 Cash and Cash Equivalents
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Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 6 Short-Term Investments and Deposits
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Note 7 Trade Receivables
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Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 10 Associated Companies
A. | Condensed information regarding significant associated companies |
1. | Condensed financial information with respect to the statement of financial position |
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(140 | ) | (169 | ) | (230 | ) | (628 | ) | (126 | ) | (69 | ) | (209 | ) | (169 | ) | (170 | ) | ||||||||||||||||||
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* | The ownership percentage assumes the impact of the conversion of convertible capital notes and shares. |
** | Incorporated in Israel. |
*** | Primarily reflects goodwill associated with the purchase of Generandes. |
2. | Condensed financial information with respect to the results of operations |
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F-32
Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 10 Associated Companies (Cont.)
C. | Additional information |
a. | Qoros Automotive Co. Ltd. (hereinafter Qoros) |
i. | As at December 31, 2013, IC holds, through a wholly-owned and controlled company, the shares of Qoros in a 50/50 joint venture with a Chinese vehicle manufacturer Chery Automobiles Limited (hereinafter Chery), which is engaged in manufacture of vehicles using advanced technology, and marketing and distribution of the vehicles worldwide under a quality brand name. |
ii. | In 2013 and 2012, IC (through a subsidiary) and Chery, each invested $138 million and $60 million, respectively, in the shares of Qoros. |
As at December 31, 2013, the balance of ICs investment in Qoros amounts to $226 million (December 31, 2012 $207 million). Subsequent to the date of the report, in January 2014, IC (through a subsidiary) and Chery, each invested $41 million, in shares of Qoros. |
iii. | In July 2012, Chery provided a guarantee to the banks, in the amount of 1.5 billion RMB ($242 million), in connection with an agreement with the banks to provide Qoros a loan, in the amount of 3 billion RMB ($482 million). In a back-to-back arrangement IC committed to Chery to pay half of every amount it will be required to pay with respect to the above-mentioned guarantee. IC and Kenon are discussing whether Kenon will assume any liabilities to IC in respect of back-to-back guarantees in connection with the spinoff. The fair value of the guarantee has been recorded in the financial statements. |
As at December 31, 2013, the banks had provided Qoros loans in the amount of 2.9 billion RMB ($475 million) (out of a total of 3 billion RMB ($482 million) (December 31, 2012 1,632 million RMB ($259 million)). The loans include a requirement to comply with financial covenants. In 2013, Qoros obtained approval from the banks that compliance with the financial covenants is not required for 2013 and 2014. After Qoros enters into a continuous and sustained operating period, a request for adjustment of the financial covenants, as necessary, can be submitted to the syndicated loan group for consideration. The fair value of the guarantee has been recorded in the combined carve-out financial statements. |
iv. | As at December 31, 2013, Qoros had net current liabilities in the amount of RMB 1,996 ($327 million). |
The management of Qoros has given careful consideration to the future liquidity of Qoros and its available sources of finance in assessing whether Qoros will have sufficient financial resources to continue as a going concern.
Based on Qoros 2013 business plan, cash flow forecast and unutilized bank loan facilities, the directors of Qoros believe Qoros will generate sufficient cash flows to meet its liabilities as and when they fall due in the next twelve months. In preparing the cash flow forecast, Qoros directors took into account the further capital injection being planned by Qoros investors (see section vi below) and the further loan facilities expected from banks. Qoros directors believe that the investors and banks will continue to provide support to Qoros. Therefore, they are of the opinion that the assumptions which are included in the cash flow forecast are reasonable. Accordingly, the consolidated financial statements of Qoros have been prepared on a going concern basis. If for any reason Qoros is unable to continue as a going concern, then this could have an impact on Qoros ability to realize assets at their recognized values and to settle liabilities in the normal course of business at the amounts stated in the consolidated financial statements of Qoros.
In 2014, IC is carrying on negotiations with respect to provision of a commitment to Chery, to pay to Chery half of every amount it will be required to pay in connection with the guarantee provided by Chery to Qoros in the aggregate amount of RMB 750 million (about $121 million), plus accompanying expenses similar to the guarantee it provided in 2012, on a back-to-back basis (which backs up an agreement covering a loan Qoros took out from financing banks, in the amount of RMB 3 billion (about $462 million), which was signed in 2012). In addition, IC is carrying on contacts for provision of collateral (including by means of placing a lien on shares of
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Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 10 Associated Companies (Cont.)
C. | Additional information (Cont.) |
a. | Qoros Automotive Co. Ltd. (Cont.) |
Qoros held, indirectly, by IC) for additional financing that is required for Qoros, based on ICs relative share in the equity of the joint venture, in the amount of RMB 600 million (about $97 million).
Pursuant to the estimate of Qoros management, Qoros will require additional long term financing in 2014, in the amount of RMB 1.2 billion (about $194 million). The financing banks may require collateral from the shareholders of the joint venture, in connection with provision of financing, in whole or in part, as stated. The terms of the financing of the two loans, as detailed above, have not yet been agreed to.
In the estimation of Qoros, the guarantee it provided in 2012 and the other guarantee with respect to which IC is carrying on contacts, as stated above (which backs up a loan of RMB 3 billion (about $462 million)), will be cancelled by end of the first quarter of 2015. Cancellation of the guarantees, as stated, is contingent on approvals from the financing bank and there is no certainty that, in fact, they will be cancelled, in whole or in part, and within the timetables, as stated.
v. | The intangible assets in Qoros include development costs which were capitalized in the amount of RMB 2,051 million ($336 million) during 2013, (2012: RMB 869 million ($142 million)). |
vi. | Subsequent to the period of the report, on June 9, 2014, IC transferred to Qoros an amount of approximately $81 million, by way of a convertible shareholders loan and with that has fulfilled its commitment to invest in Qoros in accordance with the business plan, except for a commitment of $4 million, which have not yet been transferred. |
The loan shall be converted into Qoros share capital after the obtainment of the requisite approvals from the Chinese authority. In the event that the said approvals will not be obtained, Qoros has undertaken to repay the loan with interest. Additionally, Qoros is also in the process of negotiating a new RMB 1.2 billion (approximately $194 million) syndicated credit facility, and Kenon may, in connection with Qoros entry into such facility provide the lenders with collateral in the form of a partial pledge of Kenons equity interests in Qoros.
vii. | In connection with Qoros financing agreement dated July 2012, and subsequent to the period of the report, on July 31, 2014, IC provided an irrevocable guarantee in favor of Chery (the 2014 Guarantee) for half of any amount Chery would be liable to pay under a guarantee provided by Chery to a company located in the district city in which Qoross manufacturing plant is located, and that itself had provided a guarantee for such financing. The 2014 Guarantee is in respect of a total of up to RMB 750 million, plus related expenses and interest ($140 million as of August 7, 2014) pursuant to back-to-back conditions agreed to by Chery, and subject to the terms of the guarantee. |
The 2014 Guarantee is in addition to the guarantee provided by IC in connection with the aforementioned financing agreement dated July 2012 up to a sum of RMB 750 million, plus related expenses and interest ($140 million as of August 7, 2014).
viii. | Subsequent to the period of the report on July 31, 2014, in order to secure additional funding for Qoros of approximately RMB 1.2 billion ($200 million as of August 7, 2014) IC pledged a portion of its shares (including dividends derived therefrom) in Qoros, in proportion to its share in Qoross capital, in favor of the Chinese bank providing Qoros with such financing. Simultaneously, the subsidiary of Chery that holds Cherys rights in Qoros also pledged a proportionate part of its rights in Qoros. Such financing agreement includes, inter alia, liabilities, provisions regarding covenants, events of immediate payment and/or early payment for violations and/or events specified in the agreement. The lien agreement includes, inter alia, provisions concerning the ratio of securities and the pledging of further securities in certain circumstances, including pledges of up to all of Quantums shares in Qoros (or cash), provisions regarding events that would entitle the Chinese Bank to exercise the lien, certain representations and covenants, and provisions regarding the registration and approval of the lien. |
F-34
Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 10 Associated Companies (Cont.)
C. | Additional information (Cont.) |
b. | Tower |
Tower is a publicly traded company (NASDAQ/TASE) engaged in the manufacture of semi-conductors, and integrated circuits spread.
In 2012, Towers equity increased due to an issuance of shares, in the amount of $43 million. As a result, ICs share in Tower decreased and the Group recognized a gain of $6 million.
In March 2013, IC converted all the convertible capital notes of Tower it held into shares of Tower. After the conversion, IC holds 39.4% of Towers shares and about 30.5% assuming conversion of all the capital notes held by the banks.
In June 2013, IC acquired 333,974 rights units in Tower, at a cost of $7 million. Every rights unit may be converted into 4 Tower shares, 6 Tower options (Series 8) (each option may be exercised for one share, with an exercise premium of $5 up to July 22, 2013) and 5 Tower options (Series 9) (each option may be exercised for one share, with an exercise premium of $7.33 up to June 27, 2017). In July 2013, IC exercised all the options (Series 8) it held for shares of Tower in exchange for a consideration of $10 million. As a result of the above-mentioned acquisition and exercise of the options, the share of ICs holdings in Tower increased from about 30% to about 32%, assuming conversion of all the capital notes held by the banks.
During 2013, the cumulative losses with respect to ICs investment in Tower exceeded the book value of the equity investment in the amount of $6 million. Therefore IC ceased recognizing losses in respect of Tower.
c. | Associated and investee companies of ZIM |
i. | During the second quarter of 2013, ZIM signed an agreement with an unrelated third party for transfer (by means of sale or dilution) of about 25% of the shares of an equity method investee, which was held by ZIM. Prior to the sale, ZIM held 50% of the shares of the company being sold. A gain of $10 million was recognized in other income due to sale of the shares. |
ii. | During the third quarter of 2013, ZIM signed an agreement with an unrelated third party for sale of ZIMs holdings in two companies resulting in a capital gain of $33 million that was recognized in other income in 2013. |
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F-35
Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 10 Associated Companies (Cont.)
F. | Restrictions |
Qoros
Qoros has restrictions with respect to distribution of dividends and sale of assets deriving from legal and regulatory restrictions, restrictions under the joint venture agreement and the Articles of Association and restrictions stemming from credit received.
Note 11 Subsidiaries
A. | Investments |
1. | IC |
During 2013, as part of discussions with banks with which ZIM has signed financing agreements, and following the agreements with these parties, ICs management gave its support in principle, to transfer 100% of ZIMs shares to a trustee who will hold them in trust for ZIMs financial creditors and for IC, in accordance with a trust mechanism and the terms to be agreed with IC. The agreements above will be subject to the approval of ICs Audit Committee, ICs Board of Directors and the General Meeting of ICs shareholders with a special majority (according to the law), approvals of ZIMs additional creditors (as required), and other approvals including state authorities approvals, among them the approval of the owner of ZIMs special share. IC will seek the above approvals after agreeing on the trust mechanism and the terms as mentioned above. As at the date of the approval of the financial statements, IC has already started analyzing this process.
2. | ZIM |
As at December 31, 2013, ZIM had a negative equity attributable to its owners in the amount of $583 million. ZIMs deficit in its working capital amounts to $1,927 million, mainly due to the reclassification of long term loans, debentures and liabilities in an amount of $1,505 million to short term, as detailed below. ZIMs results from operating activities for the year ended December 31 2013 amount to a loss of $191 million compared with a loss of $206 million for the year ended December 31, 2012.
In 2013 ZIM (a) reached agreements with its vessel lenders according to which the repayments of loans, in an aggregate amount of $111 million, originally due during 2013, would be deferred to July 1, 2015, (b) reached agreements with certain ship owners regarding reductions in charter hire fees and (c) was granted waivers from, and amended its financial covenants with, its financial creditors.
Due to, among other things, substantial doubt regarding ZIMs ability to continue operating as a going concern, the aforesaid agreements were terminated and all waivers and amendments granted to ZIM in March 2013 and thereafter, were terminated. Therefore, the financial covenants applicable as at December 31, 2013 are those which were in force prior to March 31, 2013. ZIM did not comply with those financial covenants.
As a result, ZIM was in default in respect of most of its loan agreements and the lenders had the right to demand immediate repayment of these loans and the respective deferred amounts were considered to be past due. Also, ZIMs ship owners had the right to terminate the aforesaid agreements and to demand that ZIM pay the original contractual charter rates rather than the current reduced charter rates and also to demand the immediate repayment of accrued deferred charter hire.
Subsequent to the end of the reporting period and as further described below, ZIM finalized the restructuring of its equity and debt, which annulled its pre-existing covenants. However, in accordance with IAS 1, since the breach of the covenants and the default under the various arrangements occurred as at the end of the reporting period, ZIM classified the long-term loans, debentures and liabilities in an amount of $1,505 million as current, notwithstanding that the lenders have not demanded repayment.
F-36
Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 11 Subsidiaries (Cont.)
A. | Investments (Cont.) |
2. | ZIM (Cont.) |
Furthermore, after the balance sheet date, ZIM paid charter hire fees which have been further reduced according to the principles set out in the Term Sheet (a non-binding agreement between ZIM and representatives of most of the groups of the financial creditors and other entities relevant to the arrangement, which outlined the restructuring of ZIMs capital and debt structure), and did not make principal amortization payments of the vessel lender loans, or of the ship yard loan due during the period beginning January 1, 2014, each of which constitutes a non-payment default under the applicable arrangements.
In order to cope with its financial position, during 2013, ZIM entered into negotiations with its financial creditors and other parties in an attempt to reach a consensual restructuring agreement, structured so as to provide long term stability to ZIM. The restructuring was completed, and all conditions precedent were satisfied, on July 16, 2014 (hereinafter: the effective date of the restructuring).
The negotiations in respect of ZIMs debt restructuring involved representatives of the majority of ZIMs financial creditors, related parties and additional stakeholders. As a result of the restructuring, among other things, ZIMs outstanding indebtedness and liabilities (face value, including future commitments in respect of operating leases, and with regard to those parties participating in the restructuring) were reduced from approximately $3.4 billion to approximately $2 billion.
The main provisions contained in ZIMs restructuring agreements are:
(a) Partly secured creditors (other than those who elected to enter into the VesselCo arrangement detailed at (c) below) are entitled to new fully secured loans in an amount equal to an agreed value of the assets securing the current existing debt (hereinafter: Tranche A). Tranche A debt bears interest at an annual rate of LIBOR + 2.8% and is to be repaid on the earlier of: (i) seven years from the effective date of the restructuring; or (ii) the contractual date of repayment of the original loan with respect to each secured creditor plus approximately sixteen and a half months. The original security shall continue to serve as a first ranking security to the new loan.
As a general rule, if ZIM disposes of a secured vessel at any time prior to the applicable maturity date, all Tranche A debt for that vessel is to be repaid (see also (b) below).
(b) ZIM undertook to scrap eight vessels during the period of sixteen months from the effective date of the restructuring. Accordingly, as at the effective date of the restructuring, such vessels will be classified as held for sale and, as a result, impairment in an amount of $108 million will be recorded in ZIMs 2014 financial statements under other operating expenses However, such impairment loss will not have an impact on ICs financial statements since the loss will be recorded by ZIM immediately prior to the restructuring and will be accounted for by IC as part of the restructuring transaction gain, as further described below.
(c) Certain vessel loan creditors purchased, either directly or indirectly, the vessels secured in their favor, and undertook to lease them back to ZIM on such terms and conditions as agreed in the restructuring agreements (hereinafter: VesselCo). Upon the lease-back of these vessels, five of the vessels will be classified as capital leases and three of the vessels will be classified as operating leases.
(d) The unsecured portion of the current existing debt (hereinafter: the deficiency claim) entitles creditors to new unsecured debt comprising Series C Notes and, for certain creditors, Series D Notes (hereinafter: Series C Notes and Series D Notes, respectively), and equity in ZIM (other than with respect to the shipyards loan, see (e) below). Both the Series C Notes and the Series D Notes shall bear interest at an annual rate of 3%, and the Series D Notes shall further be entitled to an additional payment in kind (PIK) interest at a rate of 2% per annum. Repayment of the Series C Notes is due on June 20, 2023 and repayment of the Series D Notes is due on June 21, 2023 (the bullet). In the event of excess cash, as defined in the
F-37
Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 11 Subsidiaries (Cont.)
A. | Investments (Cont.) |
2. | ZIM (Cont.) |
restructuring agreement, a mechanism for mandatory prepayments using excess cash flows will be provided for each of the Series C Notes and the Series D Notes. Each of the Series C Notes and the Series D Notes has priority in early repayments resulting from excess cash flow over Tranche A. The Series C Notes have priority in such early repayments over the Series D Notes.
(e) The amount outstanding of the shipyards loan, which originally entitled the creditor to a portion in the allocation of ZIMs shares, has now been converted into an unsecured loan (hereinafter: Tranche E). Tranche E will bear interest at an annual rate of 2%, with 1.75% thereof accruing as PIK interest during the first nine years of the loan and, after the first nine years until the end of the twelfth year subject to the full settlement of Tranche A, the Series C Notes and the Series D Notes, interest thereafter will be payable in cash.
(f) New reduced charter hire floor rates and rate adjustment mechanisms were agreed with the ship owners, including related party ship owners. In addition, the ship owners (excluding certain related parties as described in (i) below) are also entitled to ZIMs Tranche C Notes, Tranche D Notes and ZIMs equity.
(g) Five leased vessels currently classified as capital leases are reclassified, in light of the change in lease terms, as operating leases.
(h) The financial creditors and ship owners received shares amounting, in aggregate, to 68% of ZIMs issued share capital (post-restructuring, after ICs investment in ZIM as set forth in (i) below).
(i) All of ZIMs existing shares and options, including any such shares held by IC, became null and void.
(j) ICs participation in the restructuring is as follows:
1. IC invested an amount of $200 million in ZIMs share capital, such that following the completion of the restructuring IC holds approximately 32% of ZIMs issued share capital. This investment will be transferred to Kenon; and
2. IC waived and discharged all ZIMs liabilities towards it. Such liabilities arose mainly from the 2009 restructuring of ZIM and comprised subordinated debt with a nominal face value of $240 million.
A waiver in the amount of approximately $13 million (NIS 45 million) deferred debt owed by IC to ZIM in connection with a certain derivative claim shall be terminated, although the debt will be reinstated if the court determines that the waiver was not valid. In such an event, the debt would be repaid following the full repayment of debts under the restructuring (Tranche A, the Series C Notes, the Series D Notes and Tranche E); and
3. IC undertook to provide a credit line to ZIM in the amount of $50 million for a period of two years from the date of completion of the restructuring upon commercial terms and conditions against the debts of ZIMs customers with a coverage ratio of 2:1, and to the extent necessary, to provide support and/or backing to the entity that is to provide such credit line in order to guarantee the payment thereof. This credit line will not be transferred to Kenon.
In addition, certain related parties waived debt owed to them by ZIM (see also (k) below).
(k) Certain related parties, which have leased vessels to ZIM, agreed to receive a charter rate which, in general, will be $1,000 per day less than that paid to the ship owners who are not related parties for similar vessels.
Also, certain related parties waived their rights to receive their part of the Series C Notes and the Series D Notes and ZIMs equity, which was primarily attributable to the reduction of the charter hire (see (f) above) in favour of certain third party creditors.
F-38
Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 11 Subsidiaries (Cont.)
A. | Investments (Cont.) |
2. | ZIM (Cont.) |
(l) All previous covenants were cancelled and a new set of financial covenants was agreed as follows:
(i) Minimum Liquidity: ZIM is required to meet monthly minimum liquidity (including amounts held in the reserve account available for general corporate purposes) in an amount of at least $125 million (tested on the last business day of each calendar month);
(ii) Fixed Charge Cover: ZIM is required to have a certain Fixed Charge Cover ratio, which is defined as Consolidated EBITDAL to Fixed Charges. EBITDAL means Consolidated EBITDA (the Groups Consolidated EBITDA after certain adjustments as specifically defined in the facility agreements), after adding back charter hire lease costs. Fixed Charges mean mainly cash interest, scheduled repayments of indebtedness and charter hire lease costs.
This ratio will gradually increase from 1.02:1 on December 31, 2015 to 1.07:1 on December 31, 2018 (based on the previous twelve-month periods). Ratio levels will be tested quarterly from December 31, 2015;
(iii) Total Leverage: ZIM is required to have a certain Total Leverage ratio, which is defined as Total Debt to Consolidated EBITDA. This ratio will gradually decrease from 8.8:1 on June 30, 2015 to 4.9:1 on December 31, 2018 (based on the previous twelve-month periods). Ratio levels will be tested quarterly from June 30, 2015.
In the opinion of ZIMs management and its Board of Directors, the completion of the restructuring, as detailed above, enables ZIM to meet its liabilities and operational needs for a period of at least 12 months after the balance sheet date.
Accordingly, on July 16, 2014, IC ceased controlling ZIM and, as of that date, ZIM will be deconsolidated and accounted for as an associated company.
The derecognition of the investment in ZIM as a subsidiary and the subsequent accounting of ZIM as an associated company will result in a gain being recorded.
As of December 31, 2013 the negative balance of ICs investment in subsidiary (net of intercompany loans) was $471 million.
Execution of ICs part in the restructuring (as described in (j) above) was subject, inter alia, to updating the terms of the Special State Share, such that it will not restrict the transfer of ZIMs shares and will not prevent completion of the restructuring with all its conditions due to the restrictions provided by the Special State Share relating to the holding of a minimum fleet of ships owned by ZIM.
The State of Israel (State) and ZIM came to a compromise agreement, which has been validated as a judgment by the Israeli Supreme Court, to update the conditions in relation to ZIMs Special State Share as described below:
In place of the current situation whereby the States consent is required for any transfer of shares granting its owner a holding of 24% or more of ZIMs share capital, the following arrangement shall be applicable:
1. | The States consent shall be required for any transfer of shares granting its owner a holding of 35% or more of ZIMs share capital. |
2. | In addition, any transfer of shares granting the owner a holding exceeding 24% but not exceeding 35%, shall require a prior notice to the State, including full information regarding the transferor and the transferee, the percentage of the shares held by the transferee after the transaction will be completed, and the relevant information about the transaction, including voting agreements and agreements for the appointment of directors (if applicable). In any |
F-39
Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 11 Subsidiaries (Cont.)
A. | Investments (Cont.) |
2. | ZIM (Cont.) |
case, if the State considers that a transfer of such shares shall constitute a possible threat to States security, or its vital interests, or that it has not received the relevant information in order to make a decision, the State shall be entitled to notify ZIM within 30 days that it opposes the transaction, and will be obligated to justify its opposition. In such a situation, the requestor of the transaction shall be entitled to transfer this matter to the competent court, which shall hear and rule on the subject in question. |
3. | The objection of the State as provided in Section 2 above shall reserve the rights of all sides concerning the claim. |
4. | For the avoidance of any doubt whatsoever, the provision according to which any owning or transfer of a share grants the holder a control over ZIM, shall be subject to the consent of the State, and shall remain unchanged. Furthermore, all other conditions of the Special State Share shall remain as is. |
IC determined that the Settlement Agreement substantially maintains the Transferability Condition in relation to the ZIM shares to be owned by the Company after the completion of the restructuring.
Regarding a derivative action brought in the District Court in Tel Aviv by a shareholder of IC against, among others, IC and ZIM in connection with ZIMs Restructuring see Note 19.B.2.a.
Regarding an urgent motion under Section 350 (a) of the Israeli Companies Law, 1999, filed by the Company with the District Court in Haifa see Note 19.B.1.e.
Regarding a petition filed by the National Organization for Marine Officers and others in connection with the Special State Share see Note 19.B.1.d.
3. | I.C. Power |
a. | On September 5, 2013, Inkia Energy Ltd. (hereinafter Inkia) through its subsidiaries I.C. Power Inversiones Limitada and I.C. Power Chile SpA entered into an agreement with Inversiones Pacific Hydro Tinguiririca Ltda and SN Power Chile Tinguiririca y Compañía (the sellers) to acquire all of the outstanding capital stock of Thermoelectrica Colmito Ltda (Colmito), for a consideration of $28 million. Colmito owns and operates a 58MW dual fuel open cycle generation plant located in Concón, Chile, that commenced operations in August 2008. The closing of this acquisition was completed on October 29, 2013. At such date, Inkia took control of Colmito and released the funds held in the escrow account. |
b. | Subsequent to the date of the report, on February 18, 2014, I.C. Power signed an agreement with AEI Power Ltd. for acquisition of its shares in AEI Nicaragua Holdings Ltd. (hereinafter Nicaragua) and AEI Jamaica Holdings Ltd., in the amount of $48 million. |
The companies being acquired hold and operate power stations in Nicaragua and Jamaica having production capacity of about 245 megawatts, including wind turbines with production capacity of about 63 megawatts.
On March 12, 2014, I.C. Power completed acquisition of the shares of Nicaragua.
On May 31, 2014, I.C. Power completed the acquisition of AEI Jamaica Holdings Ltd. and took control of AEI Jamaica Holdings for a final purchase price of $21 million. As a result of this transaction, IC Power increased its ownership from 15.57% to 100% in Jamaica Power Company (a subsidiary of AEI Jamaica Holdings).
c. | On April 30, 2014, Inkia America Holdings Ltd., an indirect subsidiary of I.C. Power, signed, together with I.C. Power, which is a guarantor for the liabilities of the sellers, an agreement for sale of shares with Enersis SA. Pursuant to the agreement, I.C. Power will sell its shares in Inkia Holdings (Acter) Limited, which holds, indirectly, about 39% of Generandes Peru |
F-40
Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 11 Subsidiaries (Cont.)
A. | Investments (Cont.) |
3. | I.C. Power (Cont.) |
SA, the controlling shareholder in Edegel SA, for a consideration of $413 million. There are expected to be adjustments to this amount on the closing date of the transaction. |
Execution of the agreement is contingent on fulfillment of certain preconditions that are customary in transactions of this type. Upon execution of the agreement, the consideration will be paid in cash against transfer of the shares. In respect of the said sale, to the extent it is ultimately made, the Group is expected to record a gain of about $88 million. The sale of Edegel will constitute an asset sale under the indenture governing Inkias outstanding bonds. That indenture will require that the net proceeds from the sale of Inkias interest in Edegel be used, within 365 days of the sale, to acquire assets useful to Inkias business, make acquisitions or make capital expenditures, or to repay senior debt, and if the proceeds are not so applied, Inkia is required to use the remaining proceeds to offer to repurchase bonds at 100% of their principal amount plus accrued interest. As the proceeds from the sale will be significant, Inkia may be required to make such an offer, and if such offer is accepted, Inkias liquidity will be reduced.
d. | Subsequent to the date of the report, in May and June 2014, I.C. Power repaid $168 million of intercompany debt owed to IC, repaid $95 million of capital notes to IC, and made a dividend distribution to IC of $37 million. As a result of I.C. Powers $168 million repayment of loans and $95 million repayment of capital notes to IC, no debt currently exists between I.C. Power and IC. |
B. | The following table summarizes the information relating to each of the Groups subsidiaries that has holders of non-controlling interests (NCI) of material reporting entities: |
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Kallpa Generacion S.A. |
Cerro del Aguila S.A. |
Kallpa Generacion S.A. |
Cerro del Aguila S.A. |
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(114 | ) | (31 | ) | (81 | ) | (21 | ) | (65 | ) | (4 | ) | ||||||||||||
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F-41
Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 11 Subsidiaries (Cont.)
C. | Restrictions |
ZIM
1. | In the framework of the process of privatizing ZIM, all the State of Israels holdings in ZIM (about 48.6%) were acquired by IC pursuant to an agreement from February 5, 2004. As part of the process, ZIM allotted to the State of Israel a special State share so that it could protect the vital interests of the State (preserving ZIM as an Israeli company, ensuring that at no time the operating and transportation ability of ZIM fall below a minimum specified capacity so that the State may have effective use of a minimum fleet in times of emergency or for security purposes and in order to prevent the influence of harmful or hostile elements on ZIMs management). |
In accordance with the arrangements regarding the special State share and their terms, the State has undertaken to indemnify ZIM for all that is involved in keeping a minimum fleet.
The Special State Share is non-transferable. Except for the rights embodied therein, the Special State Share does not provide its holder with any voting or other capital rights.
On July 14, 2014, the State and ZIM reached a settlement agreement, which was subsequently validated as a judgment by the Supreme Court. For further details regarding this settlement agreement, see note 11.A.2.
2. | Regarding restrictions due to receipt of credit see Note 15.C.1 |
3. | Regarding liabilities secured by a lien see Note 19.E. |
I.C. Power
1. | I.C. Power and its subsidiaries have no restrictions with respect to transfer of cash or other assets to the parent company so long as they are in compliance with the financial covenants deriving from receipt of credit see Note 15.C. 2. |
2. | Regarding restrictions in connection with distribution of dividends due to a consortium agreement led by Bank Leumi signed with O.P.C see Note 15.E.b. |
Note 12 Deposits, Loans and Other Debit Balances, including Financial Instruments
Composition:
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Deposits in banks and others |
4 | 4 | 9 | |||||||||
Financial derivatives not used for hedging |
| 107 | 145 | |||||||||
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34 | 32 | 30 | |||||||||
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(1) | Mainly loans to associated companies regarding which the repayment terms have not yet been determined, bearing PIK interest (mainly Belgium prime + 2%). The interest and the principal will be repaid at the same time. |
(2) | As of December 31, 2013, other receivables correspond mainly to non-current prepaid expenses (connecting to high voltage and gas contract) in O.P.C. As of December 31, 2012, other receivables correspond mainly to transaction costs incurred in the CDA financial closing achieved on August 17, 2012. In July 2013, CDA received the first disbursement of the loan, therefore the transactions costs are presented net of the debt. See Note 15.E.a. |
F-42
Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 13 Property, Plant and Equipment
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Additions | Disposals | Transfers and reclassifications |
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Land, land development, roads, buildings and leasehold improvements |
293 | 11 | (1 | ) | 35 | 4 | 2 | (47 | ) | 297 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Installations, machinery and equipment |
995 | 58 | (5 | ) | 423 | 34 | 23 | | 1,528 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Dams |
139 | | | | | | | 139 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Office furniture and equipment, motor vehicles and other equipment |
103 | 23 | (8 | ) | | 1 | | (26 | ) | 93 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Vessels |
2,341 | | (25 | ) | | | | | 2,316 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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797 | 11 | (124 | ) | | | | | 684 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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Plants under construction |
616 | 195 | | (439 | ) | | | | 372 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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84 | 8 | (1 | ) | | | | (9 | ) | 82 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Installations, machinery and equipment |
292 | 68 | (2 | ) | | 2 | | | 360 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Dams |
27 | 2 | | | | | | 29 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Office furniture and equipment, motor vehicles and other equipment |
70 | 5 | (2 | ) | | | | (15 | ) | 58 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Vessels |
640 | 90 | (14 | ) | | | | | 716 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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356 | 51 | (66 | ) | | | | | 341 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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F-43
Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 13 Property, Plant and Equipment (Cont.)
A. | Composition (Cont.) |
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Balance at beginning of year |
Additions | Disposals | Transfers and reclassifications |
Differences in translation reserves |
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Land, land development, roads, buildings and leasehold improvements |
194 | 18 | (10 | ) | 90 | 1 | | 293 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Installations, machinery and equipment |
730 | 12 | (9 | ) | 271 | 1 | (10 | ) | 995 | |||||||||||||||||||
Dams |
139 | | | | | | 139 | |||||||||||||||||||||
Office furniture and equipment, motor vehicles and other equipment |
98 | 8 | (2 | ) | | | (1 | ) | 103 | |||||||||||||||||||
Vessels |
2,370 | 3 | (32 | ) | | | | 2,341 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Containers |
887 | 12 | (102 | ) | | | | 797 | ||||||||||||||||||||
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4,418 | 53 | (155 | ) | 361 | 2 | (11 | ) | 4,668 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Plants under construction |
605 | 344 | | (344 | ) | 11 | | 616 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Spare parts for installations |
9 | 16 | | (17 | ) | | | 8 | ||||||||||||||||||||
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79 | 7 | (2 | ) | | | | 84 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Installations, machinery and equipment |
249 | 48 | (5 | ) | | 1 | (1 | ) | 292 | |||||||||||||||||||
Dams |
24 | 3 | | | | | 27 | |||||||||||||||||||||
Office furniture and equipment, motor vehicles and other equipment |
63 | 10 | (2 | ) | | | (1 | ) | 70 | |||||||||||||||||||
Vessels |
574 | 91 | (25 | ) | | | | 640 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Containers |
355 | 58 | (57 | ) | | | | 356 | ||||||||||||||||||||
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3,688 | 196 | (64 | ) | | 12 | (9 | ) | 3,823 | ||||||||||||||||||||
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F-44
Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 13 Property, Plant and Equipment (Cont.)
B. | Depreciated balances |
As at | ||||||||||||
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Land, land development, roads, buildings and leasehold improvements |
215 | 209 | 115 | |||||||||
Installations, machinery and equipment |
1,168 | 703 | 481 | |||||||||
Dams |
110 | 112 | 115 | |||||||||
Office furniture and equipment, motor vehicles and other equipment |
35 | 33 | 35 | |||||||||
Vessels |
1,600 | 1,701 | 1,796 | |||||||||
Containers |
343 | 441 | 532 | |||||||||
Plants under construction |
372 | 616 | 605 | |||||||||
Spare parts for installations |
17 | 8 | 9 | |||||||||
Prepayments on account of property, plant and equipment (see Note 19.C.1.b.) |
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C. | Impairment of assets |
As at December 31, 2013, due to the continuing global economic crisis that also affected the shipping industry and had an adverse effect on ZIMs results, ZIM tested its assets for impairment (mainly its fixed and intangible assets). For the purpose of IAS 36, ZIM, which operates an integrated liner network, has one cash-generating unit (hereinafter: CGU), which consists of all of ZIMs assets. ZIM estimated its recoverable amount on the basis of its fair value less costs to sell, using the discounted cash flow (DCF) method. This measurement is a level 3 fair value measurement under IFRS 13.
ZIMs assumptions were made for a 5-year period starting in 2014 and a representative year intended to reflect a long-term, steady state. The key assumptions are set forth below:
| A detailed cash flow forecast for 5 years based upon ZIMs business plan. |
| Bunker price of $600 per ton. |
| Freight rates: a compound annual negative growth rate of 1.5% over the projection period, reflecting, in part, a change in cargo mix. |
| Increase in aggregate TEU shipped: a compound annual growth rate of 1.8% over the projection period, assuming the introduction of six very large container vessels to ZIMs fleet during 2016. |
| Charter hire rates: contractual rates in effect as of December 31, 2013, and assuming anticipated market rates for renewals of charters expiring in the projection period. |
| Discount rate of 11.5%. |
| Long-term nominal growth rate of 1.5%, which is consistent with the expected industry average. |
| Capital expenditures in the representative year are equal to ZIMs expected vessel depreciation. |
| Payment of tax at ZIMs corporate tax rate of 26.5%, assuming expected use of tax losses. |
The recoverable amount is between $172 million and $213 million higher than the carrying amount of ZIMs CGU and, therefore, no impairment was recognized in ZIMs financial statement in respect of the CGU.
F-45
Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 13 Property, Plant and Equipment (Cont.)
C. | Impairment of assets (Cont.) |
Although ZIM believes the assumptions used to evaluate the potential impairment of its assets are reasonable and appropriate, such assumptions are highly subjective. There can be no assurance as to how long bunker prices and freight rates will remain at their current levels or whether they will increase or decrease by any significant degree. Freight rates may remain at depressed levels for some time, which could adversely affect the Companys revenue and profitability.
The analysis for the impairment test is sensitive to variances in several of the assumptions used, including growth rate, the discount rate, future freight rates and bunker prices. Historical 5-year and 10-year freight rates averages were 10% higher than the rates used in the representative year in the impairment test. Historical 5-year and 10-year bunker prices were 14% and 41% lower than the price used in the representative year in the impairment test, respectively.
Change by 100 bps in the main assumptions will result in the following increase (decrease) in the recoverable amount:
Increase | Decrease | |||||||
By 100 bps | By 100 bps | |||||||
$ millions | ||||||||
Discount rate |
(163 | ) | 197 | |||||
Representative growth rate |
132 | (108 | ) |
D. | Payments on account of vessels |
During 2013 and 2012, ZIM derecognized payments on account of building orders for 4 container vessels in an amount of $72 million and for 9 container vessels in an amount of $133 million, respectively, due to cancellation of the building orders. As a result, as at the reporting date, ZIM is no longer bound by any vessel purchase agreements. See also Note 19.C.1.b.
E. | Fleet of vessels and equipment: |
As at | ||||||||||||
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Vessels and equipment leased under finance agreements: |
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Cost |
644 | 605 | 521 | |||||||||
Accumulated amortization |
(259 | ) | (205 | ) | (142 | ) | ||||||
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F. | In I.C. Power, property, plant and equipment includes assets acquired through financing leases. As at December 31, 2013 and 2012, the cost and corresponding accumulated depreciation of such assets are as follows: |
As at | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Cost | Accumulated depreciation |
Cost | Accumulated depreciation |
Cost | Accumulated depreciation |
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Land and buildings |
30 | (4 | ) | 30 | (3 | ) | 30 | (2 | ) | |||||||||||||||
Plant and equipment |
179 | (72 | ) | 179 | (58 | ) | 179 | (42 | ) | |||||||||||||||
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G. | Regarding ZIMs commitments to acquire vessels see Note 19.C.1.b. |
H. | Regarding liens see Note 19.E. |
F-46
Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 14 Intangible Assets
A. | Composition: |
Goodwill | Software costs |
Other | Total | |||||||||||||
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Cost |
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Balance as at January 1, 2012 |
87 | 97 | 79 | 263 | ||||||||||||
Acquisitions self development |
| 12 | 18 | 30 | ||||||||||||
Exit from the consolidation |
| (1 | ) | | (1 | ) | ||||||||||
Sales |
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1 | | 1 | 2 | ||||||||||||
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88 | 108 | 96 | 292 | ||||||||||||
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86 | 115 | 105 | 306 | ||||||||||||
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13 | 44 | 57 | 114 | ||||||||||||
Amortization for the year |
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13 | 57 | 61 | 131 | ||||||||||||
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75 | 51 | 35 | 161 | ||||||||||||
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59 | 86 | 75 | |||||||||
Intangible assets with an indefinite useful life or not yet available for use |
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F-47
Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 14 Intangible Assets (Cont.)
C. | Examination of impairment of cash generating units containing goodwill and intangible assets with an indefinite useful life |
For the purpose of testing impairment, goodwill and intangible assets having an indefinite useful life are allocated to the Groups cash-generating units that represent the lowest level within the Group at which the goodwill is monitored for internal management purposes.
The aggregate carrying amounts of goodwill and intangible assets having an indefinite useful life allocated to the cash-generating units are as follows:
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Goodwill |
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I.C. Power and its subsidiaries |
52 | 52 | 52 | |||||||||
ZIM and its subsidiaries |
15 | 18 | 17 | |||||||||
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The value in use was determined by discounting the future cash flows generated from the continuing use of the unit and was based on the following key assumptions:
Discount rate | Long-term growth rate |
Period of projected cash flows |
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I.C. Power and its subsidiaries |
6.9% 10.4 | % | 2.0 | % | 5 years |
The assumptions and estimates were determined in accordance with Managements assessments regarding future trends in the industry and they are based on both internal and external sources.
For ZIMs impairment assumptions see note 13.C.
Note 15 Loans and Credit from Banks and Others
This Note provides information regarding the contractual conditions of the Groups interest bearing loans and credit, which are measured based on amortized cost. Additional information regarding the Groups exposure to interest risks, foreign currency and liquidity risk is provided in Note 29, in connection with financial instruments.
Current liabilities
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Short-term credit: |
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Revolving credit from financial institutions |
| 3 | 1 | |||||||||
Short-term loans from financial institutions |
228 | 98 | 90 | |||||||||
Long-term liabilities reclassified to short-term* |
1,505 | | 1,571 | |||||||||
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181 | 185 | 176 | |||||||||
Non-convertible debentures |
33 | 22 | 17 | |||||||||
Liability in respect of financing lease |
82 | 72 | 69 | |||||||||
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96 | 112 | 32 | |||||||||
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F-48
Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 15 Loans and Credit from Banks and Others (Cont.)
Non-current liabilities
Non-convertible debentures |
670 | 734 | 716 | |||||||||
Loans from banks and financial institutions |
883 | 1,935 | 526 | |||||||||
Other long-term balances |
323 | 360 | 176 | |||||||||
Liability in respect of financing lease |
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* | Long-term loans and other liabilities that were reclassified from long-term to short-term (see Note 15.C.1) are presented in Section A below based on the expected repayment dates, which would have been required if they had not been reclassified to short-term. |
A. | Classification based on currencies and interest rates |
Weighted-average interest rate |
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5.7 | 195 | 69 | 60 | ||||||||||
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2.0 | 9 | 10 | | ||||||||||
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4.9 | 24 | | 20 | ||||||||||
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In CPI-linked shekels (ZIM) |
21.5 | 192 | 160 | 142 | ||||||||||
In dollars |
9.5 | 695 | 559 | 566 | ||||||||||
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4.3 | 15 | 15 | 8 | ||||||||||
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(1) | The interest in respect of most of the dollar liabilities is determined partly on the basis of Libor + a margin of 1.1% 5.75%, and partly on the basis of fixed annual interest of 8.3%. |
(2) | The annual interest in respect of most of the shekel liabilities is linked to the CPI at the rate of 4.85% 5.36%. |
(3) | See Section D. below. |
F-49
Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 15 Loans and Credit from Banks and Others (Cont.)
B. | Liability in respect of financing lease |
Information regarding the financing lease liability broken down by payment dates is presented below:1
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1 | Long-term financing leases in ZIM, in the amount of $80 million and $68 million, which were classified as at December 31, 2013 and January 1, 2012, respectively as short-term, are presented based on the repayment dates provided in the agreements that would have been required if they had not been reclassified to short-term. |
Under the terms of the lease agreements, no contingent rents are payable.
ZIM signed lease contracts classified as a finance lease in respect of vessels and containers. The lease term for the containers ranges between 5 and 15 years. Based on most of the lease contracts for containers, ZIM has an option to acquire the containers at a price expected to be lower than the fair value on the date the option may be exercised.
C. | Restrictions on the entity due to receipt of credit |
1. | ZIM |
As at December 31, 2013, ZIM was not in compliance with the relevant financial covenants. As a result, long-term debentures, loans and liabilities, in the amount of $1,505 million, were reclassified to short term, in accordance with IAS 1 Presentation of Financial Statements. As described above in note 11.A.2, subsequent to the end of the reporting period, ZIM finalized the restructuring of its equity and debt, and, in connection therewith, its previous covenants were annulled.
As of January 1, 2012, long-term loans and liabilities, in the amount of $1,571 million, were reclassified to short-term, in accordance with IAS 1 Presentation of Financial Statements, as current due to deviation from the EBITDA based covenants effective as at January 1, 2012. During 2012, ZIM obtained signed agreements regarding updated covenants from all relevant lenders.
Regarding ongoing negotiations being held with ZIMs creditors, the shareholders and the ship owners regarding reorganization of ZIMs debt, and in the estimation of ZIMs management and Board of Directors in connection with ZIMs ability to continue as a going concern see Note 11.A.2.
F-50
Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 15 Loans and Credit from Banks and Others (Cont.)
C. | Restrictions on the entity due to receipt of credit (Cont.) |
2. | I.C. Power |
Set forth below is information regarding the main financial covenants determined for I.C. Power and its subsidiaries, as part of the loan agreements:
I.C. Power companies |
Debt service to coverage ratio |
Minimum leverage |
Hedge of interest rate | |||
Kallpa Generacion S.A. | Not less than 1.2 | Not more than 3.0 | Required | |||
COBEE (Bonds) | Greater than or equal to 1.2 | Less than or equal to 1.2 | Not required | |||
Central Cardones | Not less than 1.05 up to December 31, 2013 and 1.10 thereafter | Not required | Not required | |||
O.P.C Rotem | Greater than or equal to 1.10 (for distribution of a dividend greater than or equal to 1.25 and restriction of 3 years from the construction completion) | Not required | Not required |
As at December 31, 2013, December 31, 2012 and January 1, 2012, I.C. Power and its subsidiaries were in compliance with the required financial covenants as stated above.
D. | Issuance of debentures |
1. | ZIM |
As a result of ZIMs 2009 restructuring plan the terms, including the maturity dates of these debentures and of an unsecured debt of certain financial creditors in the original amount of $61 million, are as follows:
The principal repayment is due on October 13, 2016, subject to ZIMs total leverage (ZIMs consolidated net debt divided by the adjusted EBITDA) as at June 30, 2016 being equal to or less than 3:1. If the total leverage exceeds 3:1 on June 30, 2016 (according to ZIMs financial statements as of that date), the outstanding amounts owed to each unsecured financial creditor will be repaid in four equal annual installments payable on October 13, 2017, October 13, 2018, October 13, 2019, and October 13, 2020, in each case subject to the total leverage not exceeding 3:1 as at June 30th immediately prior to such payment date and, if the total leverage exceeds 3:1, the payments shall be deferred until October 13th of the subsequent year (with payment in that year again being subject to total leverage on June 30th of that subsequent year).
In the event that the principal repayment is postponed beyond October 13, 2016, ZIM will also repay to each unsecured financial creditor an amount equal to approximately 1.2% annually of the outstanding principal amount on each of January 13th, April 13th, July 13th and October 13th in each of 2017, 2018 and 2019 and on January 13th, April 13th and July 13th in 2020 (to the extent any principal remains outstanding at the time such payment is to be made). The final repayment date is October 13 2020 and such payment will not be subject to any total leverage test.
Increased interest rate the interest rate with respect to a certain portion of the debt will increase on certain dates, as defined in the trust or the relevant facilities agreements by the applicable Margin Increase Rate. The first increase will be an increase in the cash-pay interest and thereafter the increases will be by way of payment-in-kind (PIK) interest which is to be paid on October 13, 2016 (subject to total leverage described above).
F-51
Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 15 Loans and Credit from Banks and Others (Cont.)
D. | Issuance of debentures (Cont.) |
1. | ZIM (Cont.) |
In addition, those financial creditors, including bondholders, shall be entitled to convert up to 35% of the outstanding principal of their debt (including any PIK interest and related accumulated linkage differences) into ZIMs shares at par at a 15% discount to the IPO / exit price (as applicable) prior to such conversion upon the occurrence of any of the following:
a) | Initial public offering of ZIMs shares; or |
b) | An Exit Event (being a change of control, a merger of ZIM with a third party, the sale of all or substantially all of ZIMs assets, or an in-kind dividend distribution of ZIMs shares to shareholders of IC). |
In addition, those financial creditors including bondholders shall receive options to purchase their pro rata share of an aggregate of approximately 15% of the ordinary shares of ZIM (on a fully diluted basis, with each creditors pro rata share based on the aggregate amount outstanding under all of ZIMs unsecured finance debt) and with an exercise price of $7.91. The options are exercisable: (i) on an initial public offering of ZIMs shares and in the 24 months afterwards; (ii) on an Exit Event (as defined above); and (iii) during the 14 trading days prior to December 31, 2020, which shall be the termination date for the options.
ZIM may prepay any unsecured finance debt (in whole or in part) at any time (though in case of the Series A and Series C bonds (which are fixed interest instruments) subject to payment of certain make-whole compensation).
In accordance with the outline of the issuance and subject to certain conditions defined in the framework, the debentures are registered on the Tel-Aviv stock exchange clearing house and on the trading system for institutional investors operated by the stock exchange.
In the framework of the agreement with the trustee, with respect to the issuance of the aforementioned debentures, it was agreed that if IC no longer controls ZIM, the bondholders will have a right to demand the immediate repayment of the debentures.
In addition, ZIM provided to those unsecured financial creditors, including bondholders, a negative pledge and committed to comply with restrictions regarding dividend distributions.
The bondholders agreement to waive the discussion with creditors of an Event of Default until December 31, 2013 was terminated due to a going concern reference during the third quarter of 2013.
On July 16, 2014, ZIMs restructuring was completed, as described in note 11. As a result of this restructuring, the terms, as described above, were cancelled.
2. | I.C. Power |
a. | In April 2011, Inkia issued $300 million par value debentures under rule 144A/Regulation S. The debentures were issued for a period of 10 years, with a yield to maturity of 8.375%. The consideration for the issuance was used to make early repayment of the debentures Inkia issued in 2008 in the local market in Peru, closing out of a currency exchange transaction in respect of the debentures repaid, and the balance was used mainly for investment in the hydroelectric project in Peru and to repay the balance of its debentures. |
b. | In September 2013, Inkia Energy completed a financing round in the amount of $150 million, by reopening the issue. The debentures were issued with a yield to maturity of 8.375% and the maturity date is April 2021. |
F-52
Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 15 Loans and Credit from Banks and Others (Cont.)
E. | Loans |
2. I.C. Power
a. | In 2012, a subsidiary of I.C. Power received financing in the amount of $591 million, in connection with construction of a hydro project (CDA) for production of electricity in Peru the planned capacity of which is about 510 megawatts (hereinafter the Project). The bank financing constitutes about 65% of the total expected cost of the Project. The loan was received from a consortium of 12 foreign banks for a period of 12 years and the average interest is Libor plus about 5%. As at December 31, 2013, the balance of 35% of the cost of the Project ($319 million) was financed in full by Inkia and the additional shareholder. The loans are guaranteed by the assets of CDA and related assets. Inkia is a guarantor in an amount estimated at $84 million and, in addition, IC committed that its holdings in Inkia Energy will not fall below the rate of 50.1% (which it currently holds, indirectly, at the rate of 100%). These commitments are valid up to completion of construction of the project, which is expected to take place in 2016. I.C. Power holds CDA (indirectly) at the rate of 74.9%. The partner, which holds the balance of 25.1%, provided a concurrent guarantee based on its proportionate share. |
The loans were made in three stages and bear interest, paid quarterly, at the rate of Libor plus a margin. The margin for each stage is shown below:
Loan |
Amount in $ millions |
From July 2013 to August 2017 |
From August 2017 to August 2020 |
From August 2020 to August 2023 |
From August 2023 to August 2024 |
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342 | 4.25 | % | 4.75 | % | 5.25 | % | 5.50 | % | |||||||||||
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184 | 4.25 | % | 5.00 | % | 5.75 | % | 6.25 | % | |||||||||||
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65 | 2.75 | % | 3.25 | % | 3.60 | % | 3.60 | % |
During 2013, CDA received credit, as stated, in the aggregate amount of $143 million. This amount is net of $34 million of transaction costs.
b. | On January 2, 2011, an agreement was signed between O.P.C and a consortium of lenders led by Bank Leumi LIsrael Ltd. (hereinafter Bank Leumi) for financing construction of the power plant (hereinafter the Financing Agreement). The project for construction of the power plant will be financed based on the project financing method. |
As part of the Financing Agreement, the financing parties committed to provide O.P.C a long-term credit framework (including a framework for variances in the construction costs), a working capital framework, and a framework for financing the debt service, in the overall amount of NIS 1,800 million ($519 million).
As part of the Financing Agreement, certain restrictions were set with respect to distribution of a dividend and repayment of shareholders loans to the shareholders of O.P.C, for period of three years after completion of the power plant.
The loan is linked to the CPI and bears linked interest (4.85%- 5.36%). The loan and the accrued interest are repayable in quarterly payments commencing from the fourth quarter of 2013 and running up to 2031.
As part of the agreement, I.C.Power and Dalkia International, which holds about 20% of the shares of O.P.C, provided owner guarantees, in the amounts of NIS 80 million ($23 million) and NIS 20 million ($6 million), respectively. The guarantees are linked to the CPI of November 2010. As at December 31, 2013, the amount of the guarantees was NIS 106 million ($31 million).
c. | On December 20, 2013, Inkia, through its subsidiaries, signed a credit agreement with the Credit Suisse bank, in the aggregate amount of $125 million. The interest rate on the loan is Libor+4.00%. The loan is secured by a lien on shares of the companies Latin America Holding I Ltd., Latin America Holding II Ltd. and Southern Cone Power Ltd. |
F-53
Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 15 Loans and Credit from Banks and Others (Cont.)
E. | Loans (Cont.) |
2. | I.C. Power (Cont.) |
d. | On June 22, 2014, IC Power signed a financing agreement to raise a Mezzanine Loan comprised of two main facilities: |
| Tranche A an NIS 150 million ($44 million as of June 30, 2014) bridge loan which bears an interest of 4.85% until July 2016 and 7.75% thereafter. |
| Tranche B an NIS 200 million ($58 million as of June 30, 2014) long-term loan bearing an interest rate of 7.75% that shall be repaid on an annual basis until 2029. |
On June 29, 2014 funds in the amount of NIS 350 million ($102 million) were received.
F. | Deferring amortization payments due to the vessel lenders (ZIM) |
During the third quarter of 2013, it was agreed that the repayments of loans in an aggregate amount of $111 million, originally due for repayment during the period March 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013 and which were deferred for repayment to December 31, 2014 under the waiver and amendment process agreed during the first quarter of 2013, will be deferred for repayment to July 1, 2015.
The aforesaid deferral was terminated due to the going concern reference during the last quarter of 2013 and the amounts previously deferred are now deemed past due.
On July 16, 2014, ZIMs restructuring was completed, as described in note 11. As a result of this restructuring, all the terms, as described above, were cancelled.
G. | Regarding commitments secured by liens see Note 19.E. |
H. | The split-up of ICs holdings may result in a change of control under debt instruments on Kenons subsidiaries or associated companies, which would require such companies to obtain a waiver, or failing that, could result in an event of default under such instruments which could permit the lenders to declare all amounts thereunder to be due and payable. As a result, and to avoid any change of control or event of default implications, some of our subsidiaries or associated companies are seeking waivers from their creditors. |
Note 16 Trade Payables
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The State of Israel and government agencies |
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F-54
Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 18 Employee Benefits
A. | Composition |
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B. | Defined contribution pension plans |
According to the Israeli Severance Pay Law 1963, an employee who is dismissed, or who reaches retirement age, is entitled to severance payments, in a sum equal, in essence, to 8 1⁄3% of his last monthly salary multiplied by the actual months of employment (hereinafter Severance Obligation).
The Severance Pay Law allows employers to be relieved from part or all of the Severance Obligation by making regular deposits to pension funds and insurance companies, if it is approved (beforehand) by a relevant regulation or Collective Agreement. Some companies make regular deposits to pension funds and insurance companies.
With respect to some of its employees, the companies make such payments replacing their full Severance Obligation regarding those employees and, therefore, treat those payments as if they were payments to a defined contribution pension plan. With respect to most of the other employees, the companies make such payments replacing only (6%)/(8 1⁄3%) of the respective Severance Obligation. Therefore, the Group treats those payments as payments to a defined contribution pension plan and treats the remainder (2 1⁄3%)/(8 1⁄3%) as payments to a defined benefit pension plan.
C. | Defined benefit pension plan |
(i) | The post-employment liability included in the statement of financial position represents the balance of liabilities not covered by deposits and/or insurance policies in accordance with the existing labor agreements, the Severance Pay Law and the salary components which Management believes entitle the employees to receipt of compensation. |
In order to cover their pension and severance liabilities, certain subsidiaries make regular deposits with recognized pension and severance pay funds in the employees names and purchase insurance policies.
The reserves in compensation funds include accrued linkage differentials (for Israeli CPI), interest accrued and deposited in compensation funds in banks and insurance companies. Withdrawal of the reserve monies is contingent upon fulfilment of detailed provisions in the Severance Pay Law.
(ii) | ZIM retirees receive, in addition to the pension payments, benefits which consist mainly of a holiday gift and vouchers. The liability in respect of these costs accumulates during the service period. The contractual costs are in respect of the post-employment period, and are based on an actuarial calculation for existing retirees and for the serving employees entitled to this benefit according to their contractual retirement age. |
F-55
Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 18 Employee Benefits (Cont.)
D. | Other long-term employee benefits |
(i) | Provision for annual absence |
Under the labor agreements, employees retiring with pension benefits are entitled to certain compensation in respect of unutilized annual absence. The provision was calculated on the basis of actuarial calculations. The actuarial assumptions include those noted in section (G) below, as well as assumptions in connection with this section based on the experience according to the likelihood of payment of annual absence pay at retirement age and utilization of days by the LIFO method.
(ii) | ZIM participation in education fees for children of employees studying in higher educational institutions |
Under ZIMs labor agreement, employees are entitled to the participation of ZIM in education fees for their children. The provision was calculated on the basis of actuarial calculations. The actuarial assumptions include those noted in section (G) below, as well as assumptions in connection with this section based on ZIMs experience according to the likelihood of payment of educational fees.
E. | ZIM benefits in respect of severance and voluntary early retirement |
According to agreements reached with certain employees who retired early, these employees are entitled to pension payments until they reach regular retirement age. A provision, computed on the basis of the present value of the early retirement payments is included in the consolidated statement of financial position.
As to early retirement agreement signed during 2013 see section (H) below.
F. | Movement in the present value of the defined benefit pension plan obligation |
For the Year Ended December 31 |
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Benefits paid by the plan |
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Current service cost and interest |
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Foreign currency exchange rate changes in plan of which the relevant functional currency is different from the entitys functional currency recognized directly in other comprehensive income |
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F-56
Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 18 Employee Benefits (Cont.)
F. | Movement in the present value of the defined benefit pension plan obligation (Cont.) |
Movement in the present value of plan assets
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Fair value of plan assets at 1 January |
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Benefits paid by the plan |
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Return on plan assets |
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Foreign currency exchange rate changes in plan of which the relevant functional currency is different from the entitys functional currency recognized directly in other comprehensive income |
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G. | Actuarial assumptions (primarily ZIM) |
The principal actuarial assumptions at the reporting date:
(i) | Annual resignation and dismissal rates were determined on the basis of past experience of the Group; for employees of the Group the resignation rate is estimated between 0.5%-6% and the dismissal rate is estimated between 0.5% and 3%. For the subsidiaries, the resignation rate is estimated at between 2% and 4% and the dismissal rate is estimated at between 1% and 2%. |
(ii) | The relevant discount rates are as follows: |
2013 | 2012 | 2011 | ||||
Early retirement |
1.86% | 1.56%-2.4% | 3.32% | |||
Annual absence |
3.9% | 4% | 4.75% | |||
Long-term service gift |
1.42%-2.5% | 1.56%-2.5% | 2.42% | |||
Tuition fees |
1.34% | 1.5%-1.56% | 2.42% | |||
Defined benefit plan |
3.25%-3.92% | 3.92%-5% | 4.4%-5% |
(iii) | Assumptions regarding future salary growth were made on the basis of ZIMs experience and assessments. ZIM for on shore employees the average future salary growth is 3.5%, for off-shore employees the average future salary growth is between 3% and 4%. |
At ZIMs subsidiary level, the average future salary growth rate for employees is between 2% and 4.50%.
Assumptions regarding future morality rates are based on published statistics and morality tables.
F-57
Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 18 Employee Benefits (Cont.)
G. | Actuarial assumptions (primarily ZIM) (Cont.) |
(iv) | The overall contractual long-term rate of return on assets is between 3.8% and 7% per year in 2013, between 4.4% and 5% per year in 2012 between 3.55% and 8.00% in 2011. The contractual long-term rate of return is based on the portfolio as a whole and not on the sum of the returns on individual asset categories. The return is based exclusively on historical returns, without adjustments. |
(v) | It is assumed that there is no real increase in the benefits in accordance with ZIMs policy. |
H. | During the second quarter of 2013, an agreement was signed between ZIM and the employees union, determining, among other things, an early retirement of a mutually agreed number of employees. The liability in respect of the early retirement in an amount of $24 million was recognized under termination benefit expenses. |
Note 19 Contingent Liabilities, Commitments and Concessions
A. | Guarantees |
1. | Non-financial guarantees |
As part of the financing agreements for construction of the O.P.C power plant, IC provided a guarantee of compliance by O.P.C with its obligations and IC through a wholly owned subsidiary provided a guarantee of compliance by O.P.C with its obligations under the agreement with Israel Electric Company and others. These guarantees are in the cumulative amount of NIS 184 million linked to the CPI ($53 million).
Subsequent to the date of the report, the guarantees made through ICs wholly owned subsidiary as part of the agreement of O.P.C with Israel Electric Company in the amount of $29 million (NIS 100 million) were transferred to O.P.C.
2. | Financial guarantees |
IC has provided financial guarantees to the Group companies, in the amount of $211 million which are comprised of a guarantee to Inkia, in the amount of $65 million, and a guarantee to Chery, in respect of an obligation of Qoros, in the amount of $146 million (see Note 10.C.a.).
ZIM
ZIM signed agreement to provide guarantee to associates in respect of liabilities in the amount of $16.4 million that were received from banks and others.
On the date of signing the agreement, ZIM recognized a liability in respect of the said guarantee according to its fair value.
The maximum exposure of ZIM regarding the guarantee is approximately $15 million (2012: $16 million; 2011: $15 million). The fair value of the guarantee as at December 31, 2013 is $3 million (2012: $4 million; 2011: $5 million).
B. | Claims |
1. | ZIM |
a. | Subsequent to the date of the report, on August 6, 2014 a petition to proceed with a derivative action (the Petition) was provided to the District Court in Tel Aviv by a shareholder of IC against, among others, IC and Zim. The petitioner argues that the transaction executed by IC in connection with ZIMs Restructuring is a deviation from the approval of the shareholders and that the condition precedent to the execution of ICs share in the restructuring regarding the transferability of the shares was not fulfilled. The Petitioner requests to require the defendants (other than IC and ZIM) to either have a shareholders meeting to approve ICs transaction in connection with ZIMs restructuring, or the payment of compensation to IC in the amount of $27.4 million as a result of the decrease in value of |
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As at December 31, 2013
Note 19 Contingent Liabilities, Commitments and Concessions (Cont.)
B. | Claims (Cont.) |
1. | ZIM (Cont.) |
ZIMs shares due to the non-satisfaction of the condition precedent. At this preliminary stage, IC is unable to estimate the probability of an adverse outcome or the effect of an adverse outcome on the Groups business, if any.
b. | As at December 31, 2013, ZIM is a party to arbitration and legal claims (not including claims in the ordinary course of business, which are covered by insurance and in respect of which ZIM has included a provision in the amount it is likely to bear, based on past experience) in the total amount of $23 million. |
c. | As at December 31, 2011, ZIM was involved as a respondent in an application for approval of a derivative action filed to the District Court by several shareholders (hereinafter the plaintiffs) of Israel Corporation Ltd. (IC). |
During 2012, the parties reached a compromise, based on which ZIM undertook to pay to IC an amount of approximately $13 million (NIS 45 million) subject to certain conditions, including, but not limited to:
1) | Full repayment of all the debts to the holders of the debentures and the other creditors in the framework of the 2009 restructuring plan; and |
2) | The accumulation of sufficient retained earnings to allow distributions, according to the provisions of Section 302 of the Companies Law 1999 (the Companies Law). |
The amount of the compromise can be paid by ZIM in one amount or in installments, according to the terms of the compromise arrangement, and subject to the aforementioned conditions.
During 2012, the compromise arrangement was approved by the court. In addition, all the required approvals according to the compromise arrangement have been received.
In light of the fact that the payment is contingent upon the occurrence of future conditions that have not yet taken place, as described above, ZIM recorded no provision for such settlement.
d. | Subsequent to the date of report, on February 16, 2014, the National Organization for Marine Officers, the New General Labor Federation (the Histadrut) and others, filed a petition with the Supreme Court sitting as the High Court of Justice, against the Minister of Finance, the Minister of Transportation, the Government Companies Authority and against ZIM and IC as formal respondent, the subject matter of which is issuance of an order that will prevent a business transaction in ZIM in such a manner that will bring about a change/waiver in connection with the Special State Share held by the State in ZIM (hereinafter the Petition). |
ZIM responded to the Petition and clarified, among other things that its continued existence depends on a debt arrangement that cannot be realized if ZIM does not reach agreement with the State regarding the Special State Share and further commented that the Governments vital interests covered by the Special State Share do not include any labor guarantees.
The State also responded to the Petition and clarified that agreements to relinquish the Special State Share are reserved to the Government of Israel and, accordingly, every agreement will require approval of the Government. Following proceedings held since then, On May 4, 2014, the High Court of Justice instructed that the request to advance the reporting date of holding of the Special State Share is rejected and to the extent there will be updates prior to July 15, 2014, the State is required to update accordingly.
On June 29, 2014 the National Association of Sea Officers of the New General Labor Federation filed an urgent request for the intervention of the Supreme Court in the proceedings taking place in the District Court regarding ZIMs submission of an application according to Section 350(a) of the Companies Law. ZIM opposed the filing of the urgent request. The Supreme Court decided not to intervene in the ongoing proceedings of the District Court.
On July 13, 2014 as per the request of the National Association of Sea Officers of the New General Labor Federation, the Supreme Court, with the consent of ZIM, dismissed the petition, without an award for costs.
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Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 19 Contingent Liabilities, Commitments and Concessions (Cont.)
B. | Claims (Cont.) |
1. | ZIM (Cont.) |
e. | Subsequent to the date of the report, On May 22, 2014 ZIM filed with the District Court in Haifa an urgent motion under Section 350(a) of the Israeli Companies Law, 1999 (the Companies Law) for convening of a meeting of ZIMs shareholders and holders of rights to receive and/or acquire shares from ZIM (options). The subject matter of the said motion is the convening of the said meeting which shall vote on an arrangement under Section 350 of the Companies Law according to which on the closing of the creditors arrangement by and among ZIM and its financial creditors and others, all ZIMs shares and rights to receive and\or acquire ZIMs shares shall be declared null and void (other than rights to convert debts thereof into its shares which will be cancelled under agreements with the relevant creditors by the said closing). In addition, under the said proceedings the Court is requested to revise the Special State Share under ZIMs Articles of Association, while cancelling limitations on the transferability of the Special State Share and other revisions with respect to certain aspects of the said share, or alternatively, declare it null and void and to approve the cancellation of ZIMs memorandum and the adoption of new Articles of Association. On May 26, 2014, the Court ruled, among others, to convene a meeting of ZIMs ordinary shareholders and option holders, to appoint a trustee in connection with the proposed arrangement and, with respect to the Special State Share, that in the event ZIM and the State would not reach an agreement on this issue, the Court will conduct a hearing on this matter. On July 15, 2014, the Court confirmed the restructuring arrangement by and among ZIM, its shareholders, and holders of rights to receive and/or acquire shares of ZIM. According to this arrangement, on the closing of ZIMs debt restructuring, all of ZIMs shares (other than the Special State Share) and options shall become null and void. In addition, pursuant to the Courts ruling, ZIMs memorandum has been cancelled, and ZIMs articles of association were also replaced by new articles of association. On July 16, 2014, ZIM completed its restructuring. See note 11.A.2. |
2. | I.C. Power |
Crystal Power Corporation, Limited (hereinafter Crystal), the minority shareholder of Nejapa Holdings Company, Limited (hereinafter Nejapa Holdings) has sued before the Courts of the State of Texas at Brazoria County, Nejapa Holdings, Inkia Salvadorian, Limited (hereinafter Inkia Salvadorian and jointly with Nejapa Holdings, the Inkia Defendants) which is the majority shareholder of Nejapa Holdings, and certain subsidiaries of El Paso Corporation. The claims against the Inkia Defendants consist of a request (a) that Nejapa Holdings issue new shares in favor of Crystal effective as of June 2008 or that Inkia Salvadorian causes Nejapa Holdings to make such issuance, (b) that Nejapa Holdings be prevented from making distributions into an account opened by a New York Court as a result of an interpleader action filed by Nejapa Holdings and (c) that Inkia Salvadorian be prevented from abusing its majority position to harm Crystal. Crystal has not determined monetary damages against the Inkia Defendants.
The Inkia Defendants have stated that the requested share issuance has been made as of October 2008 and that therefore, that claim with respect to such issue is moot. Furthermore, Nejapa Holdings have claimed that the New York interpleader was filed to solve a dispute between Crystal and its creditors regarding the entitlement over the right to receive the distributions made by Nejapa Holdings to its shareholders with respect to Crystals shares in Nejapa Holdings. Finally, Inkia Salvadorian denies having abused its majority position in Nejapa Holdings and claims that Crystal has not proven the opposite.
Crystal counsel approached counsel for the Inkia Defendants to seek a settlement. Both counsels have commenced a mediation process to attempt to settle Crystals claims that was unsuccessful.
The Plaintiffs filed a request for partial summary judgment before the Texas State District Court of Brazoria County (the Brazoria Court) against the Defendants seeking compensation for damages alleging that they were entitled to recover distributions made of the settlement reached with CEL and for a temporary restraining order preventing Nejapa Power from reorganizing. The Brazoria Court denied the mentioned motion for partial summary judgment.
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Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 19 Contingent Liabilities, Commitments and Concessions (Cont.)
B. | Claims (Cont.) |
2. | I.C. Power (Cont.) |
In addition, the Plaintiffs withdrew their temporary restraining order after the Defendants demonstrated that they did not have an immediate intention of reorganizing the company without giving the Plaintiff reasonable prior notice as mandated by law and the company bylaws.
The Defendants filed a claim against the Plaintiff before the Texas State District Court of Harris County (the Harris Court) requesting the Harris Court to order the Plaintiffs to withdraw their claims pursuant to their contractual undertakings assumed the settlement agreement entered into with El Paso and a temporary restraining order to order the Brazoria Court to cease to continue to process the Plaintiffs claims. The Harris Court did not reject the request for temporary restraining order but moved the request. The decision on the merits of the case continues to be pending.
Notwithstanding the above, Inkias management believes that this contingency is not more likely than not because no evidence has been produced to demonstrate that they have breached the minority shareholders rights. Inkias management believes that this contingency is not more likely than not to occur.
3. | Quantum |
On each of July 20, 2008, March 17, 2010 and October 16, 2013, V Cars LLC (formerly Visionary Vehicles) filed claims against IC, Quantum, Chery and/or individuals related to Chery in U.S., Hong Kong and Israeli forums. Generally, the claims, which are at various stages of adjudication, allege V Cars LLC conducted negotiations with Chery for the establishment of a joint venture for production of vehicles in China and distribution thereof in the United States and was forcibly removed from such discussions by IC, Quantum Chery and/or individuals related to Chery. With respect to the 2013 suit, V Car LLC asserts it is entitled to approximately NIS 600 million (approximately $173 million) in damages, or 28% of the value of Qoros as of the filing date of V Car LLCs claim. Alternatively, V Car LLC claims it is entitled to a customary fee (amounting to approximately 10% of ICs investment in Qoros). IC believes it has strong arguments to support its claim and each of Quantum and Chery have committed to indemnify each other under certain circumstances. Quantum is no longer a party to the single proceeding in which it was initially named. Neither Kenon, any of our subsidiaries, or Qoros are party to these proceedings.
C. | Commitments |
1. | ZIM |
a. | The projected future charter and operating lease payments in respect of the chartering of vessels and their equipment and others (for a period exceeding one year) are as follows: |
Related parties | Other | Total | ||||||||||
$ millions | ||||||||||||
2014 |
59 | 229 | 288 | |||||||||
2015 |
46 | 206 | 252 | |||||||||
2016 |
38 | 169 | 207 | |||||||||
2017 |
18 | 140 | 158 | |||||||||
2018 |
6 | 103 | 109 | |||||||||
2019 and thereafter |
15 | 163 | 178 | |||||||||
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182 | 1,010 | 1,192 | ||||||||||
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Lease payments are mainly in United States Dollars.
Certain ship owners (including related parties), who charter vessels to ZIM, agreed to reduce the contractual charter hire during the period from January 1, 2013 until December 31, 2013 (hereinafter: the deferred charter hire). The deferred charter hire shall be repaid on July 1, 2015. The aforesaid agreements can now be terminated on notice from the ship owners due to the going concern reference made in ZIMs financial statements during the third quarter of 2013.
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Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 19 Contingent Liabilities, Commitments and Concessions (Cont.)
C. | Commitments (Cont.) |
1. | ZIM (Cont.) |
See Note 11.A.2 regarding ZIMs ability to continue as a going concern.
b. | Commitments to acquire new vessels |
1) | ZIM entered into contracts (which were updated during the years 2010-2013) with a shipyard for the building of 4 container vessels with a capacity of 8,800 TEUs each. The date for payment of the next deposit was set as January 31, 2014. |
These contracts were subsequently cancelled. ZIM is not obliged to pay to the shipyard additional payments beyond the down-payments already paid. ZIM is considering its claims against the shipyard in respect to said cancelation.
During 2013, ZIM has derecognized payments on account of the 4 vessels in an amount of approximately $72 million.
2) | ZIM entered into contracts with another shipyard for the building of nine container vessels with a capacity of 12,600 TEUs each. |
In March 2013, ZIM reached an agreement with the shipyard as follows:
i. | The parties agreed to cancellation of the building orders of 5 container vessels, in return for a refund of $30 million to ZIM out of the down payments made. During 2012 ZIM derecognized payments on account of those vessels in the amount of $60 million. |
ii. | One year deferral of the delivery date and accordingly, of the repayment schedule for the additional 4 container vessels (delivery dates were deferred to 2016 and the next payments to 2014). |
It has also been agreed that ZIM may request termination of the shipbuilding contracts by no later than January 31, 2014. The shipyard will have the right to terminate those contracts if an agreement is not reached by January 31, 2014 or if ZIM has not requested termination by that date. If the parties reach an agreement regarding the terms of the cancellation, the shipyard will refund ZIM an amount of $20 million. On December 31, 2012, due to the uncertainty about ZIMs ability to meet the conditions precedent for a refund, ZIM derecognized payments in the amount of $73 million.
As at the signing date of this financial report, the contracts for the additional 4 container vessels were cancelled. ZIM has not received any additional payment demand and ZIM has not committed to pay additional amounts to the shipyard beyond the amounts it has already paid.
2. | I.C. Power |
a. | Power purchase agreement |
On November 2, 2009, O.P.C. signed a power purchase agreement (hereinafter the PPA) with Israel Electric Company Ltd. (hereinafter IEC) whereby O.P.C. undertook to construct a power plant within 49-52 months from the PPA signing date, and IEC undertook to purchase capacity and energy from O.P.C., over a period of twenty (20) years from the commencement date of commercial operation (COD) of the plant. The PPA is a capacity and energy agreement, meaning, a right of O.P.C. to provide the plants entire production capacity to IEC, and to produce electricity in the quantities and on the dates as required by IEC.
Pursuant to the PPA, O.P.C. bears the responsibility for obtaining all the approvals and permits required for construction of the power plant within 23 months from the PPA signing date, executing the financial closing within 24 months from the PPA signing date, starting commercial operation of the project within 49-52 months from the PPA signing date, and construction and operation of the power plant.
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As at December 31, 2013
Note 19 Contingent Liabilities, Commitments and Concessions (Cont.)
C. | Commitments (Cont.) |
2. | I.C. Power (Cont.) |
a. | Power purchase agreement (Cont.) |
In March 2013 O.P.C. received a letter from IEC, claiming a breach of the PPA due to the delay in COD. O.P.C. responded that it rejects the aforementioned claim. Based on O.P.C.s opinion and according to its legal consultants, no provision was included in the financial statements since, among other things, any future claim will be covered by a guarantee of Daewoo International (hereinafter Daewoo), from Korea.
b. | Construction and service agreements |
On June 27, 2010, O.P.C. signed detailed and binding agreements with Daewoo, for the construction of a combined cycle power plant with a guaranteed production capacity of 437 MW on a turnkey basis (the EPC Agreement), and with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI), from Japan, for a long term service agreement for the gas turbine, steam turbine and generator, commencing after the commercial operation date, for a 12 year period (the LTSA Agreement). The aggregate cost of these two agreements is $440 million.
In accordance with the EPC Agreement, Daewoo committed to complete the power plant construction by December 2012. During 2012 Daewoo updated its projection to the end of March 2013.
Both parties are still negotiating the outstanding commercial issues and the delays in project schedule.
Based on the O.P.C.s opinion and according to its legal consultants, no provision was included in the financial statements due to the outstanding commercial issues.
c. | Israeli Electricity Reform |
In July 2013, the Government of Israel appointed a steering committee for the execution of a reform in IEC and in the Israeli electricity industry (hereinafter the Committee). The Committee, which is headed by the Supervisor of the Government Companies Authority, includes Ministry representatives from the National Infrastructures, Energy and Water Resources and Finance sectors. The Committees main tasks include among others: the evaluation of the optimum structure for the electricity industry and for IEC and a proposal of an efficiency plan for IEC, and of an overall reform plan for the electricity industry and for IEC. O.P.C. expects the Committee to publish its recommendations during the first half of 2014. Until then, O.P.C. is not able to estimate the impacts of the reform on its activities.
d. | On November 25, 2012, O.P.C. signed an agreement with Tamar Partners regarding the natural gas supply to the power plant for a period commencing from the start of natural gas flowing to the power plant and ending 16 years later or the date on which O.P.C. will consume the total contractual quantity, whichever is earlier. In addition, each party has the right to extend the period of the agreement for a period of up two additional years under certain conditions or until the date of consuming the total contract quantity by O.P.C., whichever is earlier (hereinafter the Agreement). According to the Agreement, O.P.C. will purchase natural gas from the Tamar Partners, and the total contractual quantity of the Agreement is 10.6 BCM (billions of cubic meters). |
The Tamar Partners estimate that the financial scope of the Agreement is estimated at approx. 2.5 billion US dollars (excluding the option to reduce of the quantities, as mentioned above).
The Agreement is subject to receipt of the approval of the Antitrust Authority, which to date, has not been received yet.
On September 3, 2013 the Tamar Partners informed the Company that the contract price for the natural gas should be updated. The Company rejects such position. Both parties are in early discussions regarding their positions.
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Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 19 Contingent Liabilities, Commitments and Concessions (Cont.)
C. | Commitments (Cont.) |
2. | I.C. Power (Cont.) |
e. | CDA agreed in November 2011 to construct a power station with a consortium of two construction companies Astaldi (Italy) Grañay Montero (Peru) (hereinafter the Hydro Contractor Agreement). Pursuant to the Hydro Contractor Agreement, the hydro- electric power station, will have a capacity of about 510 megawatts and will be constructed within about 4 years from the issuance of the Conditional Work Commencement Order to the contractor, which was delivered to it in September 2012. The total payment to the construction contractor is estimated at $700 million. I.C. Powers management expects the power station to commence commercial operation by mid 2016. |
On August 17, 2012, CDA reached a financial closing for the project, in the amount of $591 million, with a group of 12 foreign banks, led by Sumitomo Mitsui Bank (hereinafter in this Section the Financing Agreement). The financing reflects about 65% of the projects costs, where the balance of 35% is to be financed out of equity contributions.
There are a number of preconditions with respect to the first withdrawal under the Financing Agreement, including, among others, preparation and recording of the liens and pledges granted as security, and receipt of approvals from the government for changes due to the review of the environment impact report of the impact and the concession agreement.
On July 30, 2013, the first withdrawal was made, in the amount of $61 million. The cost of the planned investment in the project is $910 million, including interest during the construction period. As at December 31, 2013, the investment in the Project amounted to $399 million. During 2013, IC increased its guarantee to an estimated $83 million and IC also committed that its holdings in Inkia Energy will not fall below the rate of 50.1% (which it currently holds, indirectly, at the rate of 100%). These commitments are valid up to completion of construction of the project, which is expected to take place in 2016. In August, the guarantee was reduced to $65 million.
As at December 31, 2013, CDA has signed a PPA with three distribution companies and a PPA with Electroperu to provide capacity and the related energy of 402 MW. The PPA with the distribution companies is for 202MW, for a period of 10 years, commencing from January 2018 with final expiration in December 2027. The PPA with Electroperu is for 200MW, for a period of 15 years, commencing from January 2016 with final expiration in December 2030.
f. | In November 2013, Kallpa Generaction, a subsidiary of Inkia, signed an agreement for acquisition of an open-cycle power station that operates on natural gas having a capacity of 193 MW, which is located in Chilca, in Peru, about 3 kilometers from Kallpas site, for a consideration of $114 million. The site commenced its operations in May 2010 and it has all the required licenses including development of an expansion of a gas turbine to 190 megawatts. On April 1, 2014, Kallpa received all the approvals and took control on the site. Kallpa has a financing agreement regarding this agreement in an amount of up to $112 million. |
g. | In November 2013, Samay I won a tender from the Government of Peru for construction of a dual-fired power plant (natural gas and diesel) with an open cycle having a capacity of about 600 megawatts, which will serve as a back-up station for the electricity system and will operate at this stage on diesel fuel. The agreement with the government is for a period of 20 years with fixed monthly capacity payments and pass-through of all variable costs during the cold reserve phase. The total revenue from this agreement is $1 billion. The station will be constructed in the Mollendo area in the District of Arequipa in Peru. When gas reaches the area, the station will operate on gas and Samay I will be able to sell the electricity produced on a fixed basis to the private market, for additional consideration. The cost of the investment in construction of this plant is estimated at $380 million and is to be financed by about 80% debt and the remaining 20% through equity. Commercial operation of the power plant is required no later than April 30, 2016. |
h. | As of December 31, 2013, Inkia has issued a standard by letter of credit in favor of Samay I for an amount of $15 million to guarantee the performance of the contractual obligations assumed by Samay I as a result of the bid process awarded. |
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As at December 31, 2013
Note 19 Contingent Liabilities, Commitments and Concessions (Cont.)
C. | Commitments (Cont.) |
2. | I.C. Power (Cont.) |
i. | On November 29, 2013, Kallpa entered into a purchase agreement with Duke Energy Egenor Sociedad en Comandita por acciones to acquire the 193MW single turbine natural gas fired plant Las Flores which is located in Chilca, 3km away from the Kallpa site and 60km south of Lima, in Peru for an amount of $114 million. The plant began operations in May 2010 and is fully permitted (Environmental Impact Study, connection rights, definitive concession approved, etc.) including a future 190MW gas-fired expansion. On February 26, 2014 the Peruvian Antimonopoly Regulator issued a resolution approving Las Flores Plant acquisition. In addition, on March 21, 2014 the Ministry of Energy and Mines approved the assignment of the power generation license from Duke to Kallpa. On April 1, 2014 Kallpa took control of Las Flores plant. |
j. | As of December 31, 2013, Kallpa has entered into twenty seven PPA with unregulated consumers to provide capacity and the associated energy of 509 MW (twenty five PPAs of 487 MW as of December 31, 2012). These contracts have various commencement dates, and vary in duration between 2013 and 2028. Also, as of December 31, 2013, the Kallpa has signed thirteen PPAs with 4 distribution companies for 570 MW (twelve PPAs with 4 distribution companies for 620 MW as of December 31, 2012). |
The Peruvian market functions on the marginal cost method in which the generators bid their marginal cost to the market regulator who instructs the most efficient generators to produce electricity for the system. In the event Kallpa is not capable to meet its commitments under the contracts, Kallpa will be required to purchase energy in the spot market.
k. | In May 2013, Nejapa entered into two PPAs that were awarded as a result of two tenders for 71.2MW and 38.8MW of capacity, with 54-month and 48-month terms, respectively. Each PPA was divided among the seven distribution companies that conducted the tenders. The term of each PPA commenced in August 2013. |
l. | Gas Supply and Transportation |
Kallpa purchases natural gas for its generation facilities from the Camisea consortium under an exclusive natural gas supply agreement dated January 2, 2006, as amended. Under this agreement, the Camisea Consortium agreed to supply Kallpas natural gas requirements, subject to a daily maximum amount and Kallpa agreed to acquire natural gas exclusively from the Camisea Consortium.
The Camisea consortium is obligated to provide a maximum of 4.3 million cubic meters of natural gas per day to our Kallpa plant and Kallpa is obligated to purchase a minimum of approximately 2.1 million cubic meters of natural gas per day. In the event that Kallpa does not consume the contracted minimum on any given day, Kallpa is permitted to use that lacking quantity on any day during the course of the following 18 months from the day of under-consumption.
The price that Kallpa pays to the Camisea consortium for the natural gas supplied is based on a base price in U.S. dollars set on the date of the agreement, indexed monthly based on a basket of market prices for heavy fuel oil, with discounts available based on the volume of natural gas consumed. This agreement expires in June 2022.
Natural gas transportation services are rendered to Kallpa by Transportadora de Gas del Perú (TGP) under a natural gas firm transportation agreement dated December 10, 2007, as amended, and a natural gas firm transportation agreement dated September 16, 2011. Under the first of these agreements, TGP is obligated to transport up to approximately 3.2 million cubic meters of natural gas per day from the Camisea consortiums delivery point located at the Camisea natural gas fields to Kallpas facilities. This obligation will be reduced by 206,000 cubic meters per day beginning in April 2030. This agreement expires in December 2033. Under the second of these agreements, upon the completion of the expansion of TGPs pipeline facilities (expected during
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Note 19 Contingent Liabilities, Commitments and Concessions (Cont.)
C. | Commitments (Cont.) |
2. | I.C. Power (Cont.) |
l. | Gas Supply and Transportation |
the first half of 2016), TGP is obligated to transport up to 565,000 cubic meters per day. This agreement expires in April 2030. Under both agreements, Kallpa pays a regulated tariff approved by OSINERGMIN.
Kallpa has also entered into a natural gas interruptible transportation service agreement with TGP dated December 6, 2005, as amended, under which TGP is obligated to transport up to approximately 1,905,000 cubic meters of natural gas per day from the Camisea consortiums delivery point to Kallpas facilities, subject to the availability of the necessary capacity in TGPs pipelines. This obligation will be reduced by 565,000 cubic meters upon the completion of the expansion of TGPs pipeline facilities, and subsequently increase by 771,000 cubic meters beginning in April 2030. Under this agreement, Kallpa pays a regulated tariff approved by the OSINERGMIN. This agreement expires in December 2033.
D. | Concessions |
1. | Until December 2010, Compania Boliviana de Energia Electrica (hereinafter COBEE) (a subsidiary of Inkia) was engaged in the production of electricity and local distribution under a concession granted to it by the Government of Bolivia, in October 1990 for a period of 40 years. As part of Bolivian law, COBEE is required to move from a concession to a license. COBEE completed all its procedural obligations in the process. In addition, COBEE has received a temporary license. As of the approval date of the report, the Bolivian government had not legislated or approved any process or guidelines for conversion of the temporary license to a permanent license. |
2. | On December 29, 2012, the government of Bolivia nationalized companies that were privatized in the past. In addition, the President of Bolivia announced that the government intends to control the electricity market and it intends to hold an open discussion regarding the conditions wherein the process will take place. As of the approval date of the report, the government of Bolivia has not yet clarified its intentions. |
E. | Liabilities secured by liens |
ZIM
As security for part of the short-term and long-term credit received from banks and other long-term loans and liabilities taken out by ZIM in order to, among other things, finance acquisition of vessels, and as security for bank guarantees, liens have been recorded on most of the fleet of vessels and the related equipment, including the revenues produced by the vessels and the insurance rights relating to the vessels, containers, transport equipment and other tangible assets. The value in ZIMs books of the pledged assets is as follows:
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Vessels and payments on account of vessels |
1,588 | 1,675 | 1,766 | |||||||||
Containers and transport equipment |
295 | 363 | 464 | |||||||||
Deposits |
17 | 1 | 5 | |||||||||
Land and buildings |
9 | 25 | 26 | |||||||||
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I.C. Power
The majority of I.C. Powers loans are secured by I.C. Powers power plant and related assets,
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As at December 31, 2013
Note 20 Parent Company Investment
A. | Contribution from Parent Company |
For the Year Ended December 31 |
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ICPower |
(14 | ) | 4 | |||||
Qoros |
137 | 59 | ||||||
Zim |
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Other |
17 | 32 | ||||||
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14 | 17 | ||||||
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B. | Translation reserve of foreign operations |
The translation reserve includes all the foreign currency differences stemming from translation of financial statements of foreign activities as well as from translation of liabilities defined as investments in foreign activities commencing from January 1, 2007 (the date IC first adopted IFRS).
C. | Capital reserves |
Capital reserves reflect the unrealized portion of the effective part of the accrued net change in the fair value of hedging derivative instruments that have not yet been recorded in the statement of income.
Note 21 Revenues
For the Year Ended December 31 |
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Revenues from shipping and shipping-related services |
3,682 | 3,960 | ||||||
Sale of electricity |
873 | 576 | ||||||
Sale of biodiesel and its related products |
257 | 215 | ||||||
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Note 22 Cost of Sales and Services
A. | Composition |
For the Year Ended December 31 |
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Payroll and related expenses |
63 | 58 | ||||||
Manufacturing, operating expenses and subcontractors |
260 | 104 | ||||||
Materials and merchandise |
212 | 177 | ||||||
Port expenses |
287 | 274 | ||||||
Expenses related to cargo handling |
1,349 | 1,350 | ||||||
Lease fees of vessels and containers |
572 | 593 | ||||||
Fuel, gas and lubricants |
1,137 | 1,263 | ||||||
Agents commissions |
169 | 176 | ||||||
Other |
336 | 365 | ||||||
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Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 22 Cost of Sales and Services (Cont.)
B. | Detail by type of revenue |
Shipping and shipping-related services |
3,554 | 3,766 | ||||||
Sales of electricity |
594 | 396 | ||||||
Biodiesel and its related products |
237 | 198 | ||||||
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4,385 | 4,360 | |||||||
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Note 23 Selling, General and Administrative Expenses
For the Year Ended December 31 |
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2013 | 2012 | |||||||
$ millions | ||||||||
Payroll and related expenses |
127 | 114 | ||||||
Bad and doubtful debts |
2 | 1 | ||||||
Depreciation and amortization |
21 | 27 | ||||||
Other expenses |
85 | 79 | ||||||
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235 | 221 | |||||||
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Note 24 Other Income and Expenses
For the Year Ended December 31 |
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2013 | 2012 | |||||||
$ millions | ||||||||
Other Income |
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Gain on sale of property, plant and equipment |
28 | 31 | ||||||
Gain from sale of interest in subsidiaries, associates and dilution* |
44 | 12 | ||||||
Other |
12 | 9 | ||||||
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84 | 52 | |||||||
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Impairment, mainly in respect of vessels |
7 | 5 | ||||||
Loss from sale of interest in subsidiaries, associates and dilution |
5 | | ||||||
Expenses in respect of early retirement of employees (see Note 18.H) |
24 | | ||||||
Other |
2 | 1 | ||||||
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38 | 6 | |||||||
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* | See Note 10.C.c. |
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As at December 31, 2013
Note 25 Financing Income (Expenses), Net
For the Year Ended December 31 |
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2013 | 2012 | |||||||
$ millions | ||||||||
Financing income |
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Interest income from bank deposits |
(4 | ) | (3 | ) | ||||
Other income |
(3 | ) | (3 | ) | ||||
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(7 | ) | (6 | ) | ||||
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Interest expenses to banks and others |
222 | 196 | ||||||
Net loss from change in exchange rates |
40 | 20 | ||||||
Net change in fair value of derivative financial instruments** |
103 | 20 | ||||||
Other expenses |
19 | 2 | ||||||
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384 | 238 | ||||||
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377 | 232 | ||||||
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* | Regarding group capitalized financing expenses to property, plant and equipment. The Group capitalized financing expenses to property, plant and equipment, in the amount of approximately $44 million and $56 million in 2013 and 2012, respectively. |
** | See Note 29F. |
Note 26 Taxes on Income
A. | Components of the taxes on income |
For the Year Ended December 31 |
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2013 | 2012 | |||||||
$ millions | ||||||||
Current taxes on income |
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In respect of current year |
57 | 35 | ||||||
Deferred tax income |
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Creation and reversal of temporary differences |
6 | 5 | ||||||
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63 | 40 | ||||||
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Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 26 Taxes on Income (Cont.)
B. | Reconciliation between the theoretical tax on the pre-tax income and the tax expenses |
For the Year Ended December 31 |
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2013 | 2012 | |||||||
$ millions | ||||||||
Loss before taxes on income |
(546 | ) | (400 | ) | ||||
Statutory tax rate |
25 | % | 25 | % | ||||
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(136 | ) | (100 | ) | ||||
Increase (decrease) in tax in respect of: |
||||||||
Elimination of tax calculated in respect of the Groups share in losses of associated companies |
27 | 9 | ||||||
Income subject to tax at a different tax rate |
20 | 12 | ||||||
Non-deductible expenses |
14 | 18 | ||||||
Tax in respect of foreign dividend |
(8 | ) | (7 | ) | ||||
Tax losses and other tax benefits for the period regarding which deferred taxes were not recorded |
141 | 111 | ||||||
Other differences |
5 | (3 | ) | |||||
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63 | 40 | ||||||
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C. | Deferred tax assets and liabilities |
1. | Deferred tax assets and liabilities recognized |
The deferred taxes in respect of companies in Israel are calculated based on the tax rate expected to apply at the time of the reversal as detailed below. Deferred taxes in respect of subsidiaries operating outside of Israel were calculated based on the tax rates relevant for each country.
The deferred tax assets and liabilities are allocated to the following items:
Property plant and equipment* |
Employee benefits |
Carryforward of losses and deductions for tax purposes |
Other | Total | ||||||||||||||||
$ millions | ||||||||||||||||||||
Balance of deferred tax asset (liability) as at January 1, 2012 |
(350 | ) | 22 | 293 | (6 | ) | (41 | ) | ||||||||||||
Changes recorded on the statement of income |
15 | (1 | ) | (9 | ) | (10 | ) | (5 | ) | |||||||||||
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Balance of deferred tax asset (liability) as at December 31, 2012 |
(335 | ) | 21 | 284 | (16 | ) | (46 | ) | ||||||||||||
Changes recorded on the statement of income |
6 | 5 | (14 | ) | (3 | ) | (6 | ) | ||||||||||||
Changes recorded to equity reserve |
| (2 | ) | | 6 | 4 | ||||||||||||||
Losses from translation reserves |
| | | (3 | ) | (3 | ) | |||||||||||||
Impact in change in tax rates |
(16 | ) | 1 | 15 | | | ||||||||||||||
Exit from the consolidation |
| | (1 | ) | | (1 | ) | |||||||||||||
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Balance of deferred tax asset (liability) as at December 31, 2013 |
(345 | ) | 25 | 284 | (16 | ) | (52 | ) | ||||||||||||
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* | Pursuant to the Income Tax Regulations in Israel, for tax purposes ZIM may use accelerated depreciation rates on ships and equipment which are higher than the depreciation rates used in for the presentation of the financial statements. |
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Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 26 Taxes on Income (Cont.)
C. | Deferred tax assets and liabilities (Cont.) |
2. | The deferred taxes are presented in the statements of financial position as follows: |
As at | ||||||||||||
December 31 | January 1 2012 |
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2013 | 2012 | |||||||||||
$ millions | ||||||||||||
As part of non-current assets |
28 | 26 | 22 | |||||||||
As part of non-current liabilities |
(80 | ) | (72 | ) | (63 | ) | ||||||
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(52 | ) | (46 | ) | (41 | ) | |||||||
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3. | Deferred tax assets and liabilities not recognized |
Deferred tax assets and liabilities were not recognized in respect of the following items:
As at | ||||||||||||
December 31 | January 1 2012 |
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2013 | 2012 | |||||||||||
$ millions | ||||||||||||
Carryforward losses for tax purposes |
1,453 | 887 | 468 | |||||||||
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Deferred tax assets have not been recognized in respect of these differences because it is not probable that future taxable income will be available against which the Group can use the benefits therefrom.
D. | Taxation of companies in Israel |
1. | Tax rates |
a. | Set forth below are the tax rates that are relevant to the Group companies in Israel in the years 2012-2013: |
2012 25%
2013 25%
2. | ZIM |
ZIM measures its results for tax purposes on the basis of changes in the exchange rate of the United States dollar and maintains its books for tax purposes in United States dollars, as stipulated by the relevant regulations.
ZIMs Israeli subsidiaries are taxed under the Israeli Income Tax ordinance 1961. Non-Israeli subsidiaries are taxed under the laws in their countries of residence.
On August 5, 2013, the Law for Changing National Priorities (Legislation Amendments for Achieving Budget Goals for 2013 and 2014) 2013 was published in the Official Gazette. It determined, inter alia, an increase of the Companies Tax rate from the tax year 2014 and onwards, to a rate of 26.5% (instead of 25%).
E. | Taxation of companies outside of Israel |
Non-Israeli subsidiaries are assessed based on the tax laws in their resident countries.
I.C. Power
In Peru, Kallpa has a 30% income tax rate and is subject to 4.1% withholding tax on distributions made to non-resident shareholders.
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As at December 31, 2013
Note 26 Taxes on Income (Cont.)
E. | Taxation of companies outside of Israel (Cont.) |
I.C. Power (Cont.)
Current income tax on operations in El Salvador includes income tax from the consolidated subsidiaries of Nejapa Power Company Sucursal and Cenergica, which is primarily a fuel terminal operation and the service company for Nejapa. The income tax rate in El Salvador is 30% effectively as of January 1, 2012. In addition, a 5% to 25% withholding tax has been approved depending on whether the payments are to countries with preferential tax regimes.
In the Dominic Republic, the power generating subsidiary Compañía de Electricidad de Puerto Plata (CEPP) was tax exempt from the payment of all direct taxes, including income tax and withholding tax until April 2012, under the provisions of the National Development Incentives Law. Until November 2012, the Dominican Statutory tax rate was 29% and the withholding tax rate was 25%. This withholding tax was applicable against future income taxes. From November 2012, the Dominican government introduced significant changes in the current tax regulations. As a result of this, the income tax rate was set at 29% until 2013 (28% for 2014, and 27% from 2015 thereafter) and withholding tax will be 10% with no credit against future taxes.
In Bolivia, the company has a 25% income tax rate and is subject to 12.5% withholding tax on the Bolivian branch profits credited to the shareholders.
Tax authorities are legally entitled to review and, if necessary, amend the taxes calculated individually by the companies of the Group, for a period of, generally, five years after the tax filing. Due to the diverse possible interpretations that tax authorities may give to the current laws, it is not possible to determine whether such reviews will result in additional tax liabilities for the Group companies. Any charge or additional tax payable that results from these reviews will be charged to expenses in the years in which they are settled.
F. | Tax loss carryforwards |
As at December 31, 2013, the Group has losses and deductions for tax purposes that may be carried forward to the succeeding year in the amount of $2,484 million and capital losses for tax purposes in the amount of $57 million. The balance of loss carry forwards for which no deferred taxes have been created amounts to $1,396 million. No deferred taxes were recognized with respect to capital losses.
Note 27 Segment Information
A. | General |
The Group has three reportable segments, as described below, which form the Groups strategic business units. The strategic business units are comprised of different legal entities, and the allocation of resources and evaluation of performance are managed separately. For each of the strategic business units, the Groups chief operating decision maker (CODM) reviews internal management reports on at least a quarterly basis. However, in light of Kenons future expected reporting practices to its CODM, Qoros is voluntarily presented as a separate segment. The following summary describes the legal entities in each of the Groups operating segments:
1) | ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. ZIM operates in the shipping lines industry through the use of containers. It operates shipping routes between fixed ports based on set timetables while anchoring in harbors in accordance with a predetermined plan. ZIM also provides significant services that are auxiliary to its shipping activities, such as, delegation, customs clearance, overland transport, distribution, warehousing, insurance, container terminals, marine terminal operation services and logistic services. |
2) | I.C. Power Ltd. I.C. Power through its subsidiary companies, is engaged in the production, operation and sale of electricity in countries in Latin America, the Caribbean region and Israel. It also is engaged in the construction and operation of power stations in Latin America. |
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Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 27 Segment Information (Cont.)
A. | General (Cont.) |
3) | Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd A China-based automotive company that is jointly-owned with a subsidiary of Chery, a state controlled holding enterprise and large Chinese automobile manufacturing company. Qoros seeks to deliver international standards of quality and safety, as well as innovative features, to the large and fast-growing Chinese market. Qoros vision is to build high quality cars for young, modern, urban consumers based upon extensive research and product tailoring. Qoros launched and sold its first car, the Qoros 3 Sedan, in December 2013. Qoros is an associated company. |
4) | Other In addition to the segments detailed above, the Group has other activities, such as a semi-conductor business and renewable energy businesses. |
Evaluation of the operating segments performance is based on the EBITDA. |
Information regarding the results of the activity segments is detailed below. Inter-segment pricing is determined based on transaction prices during the ordinary course of business.
B. | Information regarding reportable segments |
Information regarding activities of the reportable segments is set forth in the following table.
ZIM | I.C. Power |
Qoros | Other | Adjustments | Total | |||||||||||||||||||
$ millions | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
2013: |
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Sales to external customers |
3,682 | 866 | 2 | 257 | (2 | ) | 4,805 | |||||||||||||||||
Inter-segment sales |
| 7 | | | | 7 | ||||||||||||||||||
|
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|
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|
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|
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3,682 | 873 | 2 | 257 | (2 | ) | 4,812 | ||||||||||||||||||
Elimination of inter-segment sales |
| (7 | ) | | | 7 | | |||||||||||||||||
|
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Total sales |
3,682 | 866 | 2 | 257 | 5 | 4,812 | ||||||||||||||||||
|
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EBITDA |
48 | 247 | (246 | ) | (29 | ) | 246 | 266 | ||||||||||||||||
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Depreciation and amortization |
238 | 75 | 7 | 5 | (7 | ) | 318 | |||||||||||||||||
Financing income |
(3 | ) | (5 | ) | (3 | ) | (31 | ) | 35 | (7 | ) | |||||||||||||
Financing expenses |
330 | 86 | 5 | | (37 | ) | 384 | |||||||||||||||||
Share in losses (income) of associated companies |
(10 | ) | (32 | ) | | 159 | | 117 | ||||||||||||||||
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555 | 124 | 9 | 133 | (9 | ) | 812 | ||||||||||||||||||
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Income (loss) before taxes |
(507 | ) | 123 | (255 | ) | (162 | ) | 255 | (546 | ) | ||||||||||||||
Taxes on income |
23 | 42 | | (2 | ) | | 63 | |||||||||||||||||
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Income (loss) for the year |
(530 | ) | 81 | (255 | ) | (160 | ) | 255 | (609 | ) | ||||||||||||||
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|
|
|
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|
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Other significant non-cash items: |
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Decline in value of fixed and intangible assets |
79 | | | | | 79 | ||||||||||||||||||
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Segment assets |
2,591 | 2,749 | 1,531 | 1,240 | 2,667 | 5,444 | ||||||||||||||||||
Investments in associated companies |
11 | 286 | | 243 | | 540 | ||||||||||||||||||
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5,984 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Segment liabilities |
3,180 | 2,237 | 1,127 | 751 | 2,263 | 5,032 | ||||||||||||||||||
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Capital expenditure |
20 | 351 | 692 | | (692 | ) | 371 | |||||||||||||||||
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Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 27 Segment Information (Cont.)
B. | Information regarding reportable segments (Cont.) |
Information regarding activities of the reportable segments is set forth in the following table.
ZIM | I.C. Power |
Qoros | Other | Adjustments | Total | |||||||||||||||||||
$ millions | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
2012: |
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Sales to external customers |
3,960 | 576 | | 215 | | 4,751 | ||||||||||||||||||
Inter-segment sales |
| | | | | | ||||||||||||||||||
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3,960 | 576 | | 215 | | 4,751 | |||||||||||||||||||
Elimination of inter-segment sales |
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Total sales |
3,960 | 576 | | 215 | | 4,751 | ||||||||||||||||||
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EBITDA |
108 | 154 | (111 | ) | (14 | ) | 111 | 248 | ||||||||||||||||
|
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Depreciation and amortization |
314 | 55 | 3 | 4 | (3 | ) | 373 | |||||||||||||||||
Financing income |
(3 | ) | (5 | ) | (6 | ) | (24 | ) | 32 | (6 | ) | |||||||||||||
Financing expenses |
214 | 50 | | | (26 | ) | 238 | |||||||||||||||||
Share in losses (income) of associated companies |
(9 | ) | (33 | ) | | 85 | | 43 | ||||||||||||||||
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516 | 67 | (3 | ) | 65 | 3 | 648 | ||||||||||||||||||
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Income (loss) before taxes |
(408 | ) | 87 | (108 | ) | (79 | ) | 108 | (400 | ) | ||||||||||||||
Taxes on income (tax benefit) |
19 | 21 | | | | 40 | ||||||||||||||||||
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Income (loss) for the year |
(427 | ) | 66 | (108 | ) | (79 | ) | 108 | (440 | ) | ||||||||||||||
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Other significant non-cash items: |
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Decline in value of fixed assets |
138 | | | | | 138 | ||||||||||||||||||
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Segment assets |
3,142 | 2,145 | 786 | 1,073 | (1,745 | ) | 5,401 | |||||||||||||||||
Investments in associated companies |
18 | 312 | | 247 | | 577 | ||||||||||||||||||
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5,978 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Segment liabilities |
3,186 | 1,709 | 420 | 594 | (1,379 | ) | 4,530 | |||||||||||||||||
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Capital expenditure |
42 | 391 | 359 | | 359 | 433 | ||||||||||||||||||
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C. | Information at the entity level |
Information based on geographic areas
In presentation of the information on the basis of geographic areas, the segment revenues are based on the geographic location of the assets. The segments assets are based on the geographic location of the assets.
The Groups revenues from sales to external customers on the basis of the geographic location of the assets are as follows:
For the year ended December 31 |
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2013 | 2012 | |||||||
$ millions | ||||||||
Europe |
257 | 214 | ||||||
America |
686 | 576 | ||||||
Israel |
187 | 1 | ||||||
ZIM (1) |
3,682 | 3,960 | ||||||
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Total revenues |
4,812 | 4,751 | ||||||
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As at December 31, 2013
Note 27 Segment Information (Cont.)
C. | Information at the entity level (Cont.) |
Information | based on geographic areas (Cont.) |
* | The Groups non-current assets on the basis of geographic areas: |
As at | ||||||||||||
December 31 | January 1 2012 |
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2013 | 2012 | |||||||||||
$ millions | ||||||||||||
Europe |
28 | 29 | 29 | |||||||||
America |
1,433 | 1,232 | 1,037 | |||||||||
Israel |
531 | 433 | 305 | |||||||||
ZIM (2) |
2,030 | 2,390 | 2,715 | |||||||||
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Total assets |
4,022 | 4,084 | 4,086 | |||||||||
|
|
|
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|
|
Composed of property, plant and equipment and intangible assets.
Set forth below is data with respect to ZIM:
(1) | ZIMs revenues from sales on the basis of their geographic location are as follows: |
For the year ended December 31 |
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2013 | 2012 | |||||||
$ millions | ||||||||
Trans Pacific |
1,265 | 1,359 | ||||||
Asia Europe |
763 | 862 | ||||||
Trans-Atlantic |
411 | 437 | ||||||
Inland America |
209 | 222 | ||||||
Inland Europe |
225 | 237 | ||||||
Inland Asia |
254 | 199 | ||||||
Other |
555 | 644 | ||||||
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3,682 | 3,960 | |||||||
|
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|
|
(2) ZIMs non-current assets on the basis of geographic areas:
As at | ||||||||||||
December 31 | January 1 | |||||||||||
2013 | 2012 | 2012 | ||||||||||
$ millions | ||||||||||||
Trans Pacific |
486 | 505 | 780 | |||||||||
Asia Europe |
830 | 853 | 733 | |||||||||
Trans-Atlantic |
215 | 295 | 320 | |||||||||
Inland America |
30 | 44 | 57 | |||||||||
Inland Europe |
153 | 165 | 97 | |||||||||
Inland Asia |
89 | 89 | 44 | |||||||||
Other |
227 | 439 | 684 | |||||||||
|
|
|
|
|
|
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2,030 | 2,390 | 2,715 | ||||||||||
|
|
|
|
|
|
Composed of property, plant and equipment and intangible assets.
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As at December 31, 2013
Note 28 Transactions with Related Parties
A. | Identify of related parties: |
The Groups related parties are as defined in IAS 24 (2009) Related Party Disclosures and included: IC, ICs beneficial owners and ICs subsidiaries, affiliates and associates companies.
In the ordinary course of business, some of the Groups subsidiaries and affiliates engage in business activities with each other.
Ordinary course of business transactions are aggregated in this Note. This Note also includes detailed descriptions of material related party transactions.
B. | Set forth below is a summary of the existing related party transactions between the relevant businesses and IC affiliates: |
ZIM Framework Agreement
The Group has approved an agreement for collaboration (hereinafter the Framework Agreement) between ZIM and the related parties in ZIM. The subject matter of the Framework Agreement is joint cooperation between ZIM and a related party for 12 years commencing from May 2006 (the date of its approval ZIMs General Meeting). ZIM committed that every 4 years the agreement will be renewed at its General Meeting. The Framework Agreement includes a number of limitations, tests and benchmarks that are intended to ensure the appropriateness, fairness and transparency of every transaction executed under the framework agreement and will allow the Audit Committees and the Boards of Directors of ZIM and of IC to examine each separate transactions compliance with the said conditions. As at the approval date of the financial statements, the Framework Agreement had not been renewed.
ZIMs Vessels and Operating Leases
As of December 31, 2013, ZIM jointly owned 4 of its vessels with, and leased 11 of its 61 leased vessels from, related parties. In 2013 and 2012, ZIM paid $102 million and $103 million, respectively, to related parties in connection with charter hires.
C. | Transactions with related parties (excluding associates): |
For the year ended December 31 | ||||||||
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20 | 22 | ||||||
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Note 28 Transactions with Related Parties (Cont.)
E. | Balances with related parties: |
December 31 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Ofer group |
Bank Leumi group |
Associates | Other related parties* |
Total | Total | Total | ||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 83 | | 11 | 94 | 90 | 67 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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268 | 8 | | | 276 | 279 | 270 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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18 | 4 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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52 | 4 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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21 | 4 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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25 | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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20 | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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* | Bank Mizrahi Group, IC, ICL, ORL. |
** | Mainly effective interest of financing leases. |
Regarding commitments with related parties in respect of operating leases of vessels and the equipping thereof see Note 19.C.1.
Note 29 Financial Instruments
A. | General |
The Group has extensive international activity wherein it is exposed to credit, liquidity and market risks (including currency, interest, inflation and other price risks). In order to reduce the exposure to these risks, the Group holds derivative financial instruments, (including forward transactions, SWAP transactions, and options) for the purpose of economic (non-accounting) hedging of foreign currency risks, inflation risks, commodity price risks, interest risks and risks relating to the price of inputs. Furthermore, the Group holds derivative financial instruments to hedge its risk in respect of changes in the cash flows of issued bonds, and such instruments are used accounting hedges.
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Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 29 Financial Instruments (Cont.)
B. | Risk management process |
The risk management of the Group companies is executed as part of ongoing management. The Group companies monitor the extent of the exposure on a regular basis. The hedge policies with respect to the different types of exposures are discussed by the boards of directors of the companies.
The comprehensive responsibility for establishing the base for the Groups risk management and for supervising its implementation lies with the Board of Directors. The Board of Directors appointed the Groups CFO to manage the risks of the Group and of the headquarters companies. The Finance Committee discusses the Groups risk management on a current basis.
The Audit Committee of the Board of Directors, in accordance with the work plan determined from time to time, also supervises Managements monitoring of compliance with the Groups risk management policies and procedures.
C. | Credit risk |
Credit risk is the risk of financial loss to the Group if a customer or counter-party to a financial instrument fails to meet its contractual obligations, and arises principally from the Groups trade and other receivables and from investments in securities, as well as from transactions in derivatives.
The Groups cash and cash equivalents, short-term deposits and short-term marketable investments are deposited mainly in banks and financial institutions in Israel, Europe, South America and the United States.
The Group companies deposit most of their liquid monetary assets in short-term bank deposits. All the deposits are with first-rate banks while spreading the amounts appropriately among the banks and preferring use of banks that provide loans to the Group.
The transactions in derivatives are executed with large financial institutions in Israel and abroad, and therefore, in the opinion of the Groups management the credit risk in respect thereof is low.
The Groups exposure to credit risk is influenced by the individual characteristics of each significant customer. The demographics of the Groups customer base, including the default risk of the industry and country, in which customers operate, also influences the level of credit risk.
Components of the Groups income are derived from income from voyages and energy services in different countries worldwide. The exposure to a concentration of credit risk with respect to trade receivables is limited due to the relatively large number of customers, wide geographic spread and the ability in some cases to auction the contents of the container, the value of which is most likely to be greater than the outstanding debt. The maximum exposure to credit risk is represented by the carrying value of each financial asset.
The Group has established a credit policy under which each new credit customer is analyzed individually for creditworthiness before the Groups standard payment and delivery terms and conditions are offered. The Groups review includes financial analysis from external sources. Credit limits are established for each customer, which represents the maximum open amount approved by the relevant level of authorization. These limits are reviewed periodically, at least once a year.
Customers that fail to meet the Groups benchmark creditworthiness may transact with the Group only on a cash basis.
Most of the Groups customers have been transacting with the Group for a few years and losses have occurred infrequently. Customers that are graded as high risk are placed on a restricted customer list and future sales are made on a cash basis, unless otherwise approved by the credit committee.
In some cases, based on their credit risk profile, customers may be asked to provide guarantees.
Specific provisions for doubtful accounts are made to reflect the potential losses inherent in debts where in managements estimation collection is doubtful.
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Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 29 Financial Instruments (Cont.)
C. | Credit risk (Cont.) |
(1) | Exposure to credit risk |
The carrying amount of financial assets represents the maximum credit exposure.
The maximum exposure to credit risk for trade receivables, as of the date of the report, by geographic region was as follows:
As at | ||||||||||||
December 31 | January 1 2012 |
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2013 | 2012 | |||||||||||
$ millions | ||||||||||||
Israel |
82 | 37 | 42 | |||||||||
Euro-zone countries |
55 | 57 | 58 | |||||||||
India |
2 | 3 | | |||||||||
The Far East |
48 | 58 | 44 | |||||||||
South America |
40 | 51 | 30 | |||||||||
North America |
57 | 59 | 58 | |||||||||
Other regions |
74 | 58 | 54 | |||||||||
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358 | 323 | 286 | ||||||||||
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(2) | Aging of debts and impairment losses |
Set forth below is an aging of the trade receivables:
As at December 31, 2013 | As at December 31, 2012 | As at January 1, 2012 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
For which impairment was not recorded |
For which impairment was recorded |
For which impairment was not recorded |
For which impairment was recorded |
For which impairment was not recorded |
For which impairment was recorded |
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Gross | Impairment | Gross | Impairment | Gross | Impairment | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
$ millions | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Not past due |
248 | | | 231 | | | 246 | | | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Past due up to 3 months |
93 | | | 79 | 2 | (2 | ) | 31 | 1 | (1 | ) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Past due 3 9 months |
15 | | | 7 | | | 6 | | | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Past due more than one year |
2 | 6 | (6 | ) | 6 | 5 | (5 | ) | 3 | 6 | (6 | ) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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358 | 6 | (6 | ) | 323 | 7 | (7 | ) | 286 | 7 | (7 | ) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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D. | Liquidity risk |
Liquidity risk is the risk that the Group will not be able to meet its financial obligations as they fall due. The Groups approach to managing liquidity is to ensure, as far as possible, that it will always have sufficient liquidity to meet its liabilities when due, under both normal and adverse credit and market conditions, without incurring unacceptable losses or risking damage to the Groups reputation.
The Group manages the liquidity risk by means of holding cash balances, short-term deposits, other liquid financial assets and credit lines.
As of December 31, 2013, the Group has a deficit in the working capital. The deficit in the working capital derives from classification of long-term loans, liabilities and debentures in ZIM, in the amount of $1,505 million, which were reclassified from long-term to short-term, in accordance with the accounting treatment under IAS 1. For additional information see Note 11.A.2.
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Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 29 Financial Instruments (Cont.)
D. | Liquidity risk (Cont.) |
Set forth below are the anticipated repayment dates of the financial liabilities, including an estimate of the interest payments. This disclosure does not include amounts regarding which there are offset agreements:
As at December 31, 2013 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Book value |
Projected cash flows |
Up to 1 year |
12 years |
25 years |
More than 5 years |
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Non-derivative financial liabilities |
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Credit from banks and others * |
228 | 239 | 239 | | | | ||||||||||||||||||
Trade payables |
532 | 532 | 532 | | | | ||||||||||||||||||
Other payables and credit balances |
124 | 124 | 124 | | | | ||||||||||||||||||
Non-convertible debentures ** |
902 | 1,723 | 112 | 96 | 301 | 1,214 | ||||||||||||||||||
Loans from banks and others ** |
2,333 | 3,042 | 343 | 454 | 835 | 1,410 | ||||||||||||||||||
Liabilities in respect of financing lease |
521 | 677 | 117 | 109 | 281 | 170 | ||||||||||||||||||
Financial liabilities hedging instruments |
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Interest SWAP contracts |
9 | 8 | 6 | 9 | 5 | (12 | ) | |||||||||||||||||
Forward exchange rate contracts |
12 | 12 | 7 | 4 | 1 | | ||||||||||||||||||
Financial liabilities not for hedging |
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Interest SWAP contracts and options |
5 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | | ||||||||||||||||||
Derivatives on exchange rates |
1 | 1 | 1 | | | | ||||||||||||||||||
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4,667 | 6,363 | 1,483 | 673 | 1,425 | 2,782 | |||||||||||||||||||
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* | Excludes current portion of long-term liabilities and long-term liabilities which were classified to short-term. |
** | Includes current portion of long-term liabilities and long-term liabilities which were classified to short-term. |
As at December 31, 2012 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Book value |
Projected cash flows |
Up to 1 year |
12 years |
25 years |
More than 5 years |
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Non-derivative financial liabilities |
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Credit from banks and others * |
101 | 104 | 104 | | | | ||||||||||||||||||
Trade payables |
458 | 458 | 458 | | | | ||||||||||||||||||
Other payables and credit balances |
115 | 115 | 115 | | | | ||||||||||||||||||
Non-convertible debentures ** |
734 | 1,502 | 88 | 97 | 252 | 1,065 | ||||||||||||||||||
Loans from banks and others ** |
2,295 | 2,883 | 335 | 298 | 856 | 1,394 | ||||||||||||||||||
Liabilities in respect of financing lease |
552 | 742 | 111 | 109 | 293 | 229 | ||||||||||||||||||
Financial liabilities hedging instruments |
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Interest SWAP contracts |
4 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | | ||||||||||||||||||
Financial liabilities not for hedging |
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Interest SWAP contracts and options |
11 | 13 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||||
Cylinder instruments |
4 | 5 | 5 | | | | ||||||||||||||||||
Derivatives on exchange rates |
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Derivatives from change in capital structure |
2 | 2 | | | 2 | | ||||||||||||||||||
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4,276 | 5,829 | 1,225 | 508 | 1,407 | 2,689 | |||||||||||||||||||
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* | Not including current maturities. |
** | Including current maturities. |
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Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 29 Financial Instruments (Cont.)
D. | Liquidity risk (Cont.) |
As at January 1, 2012 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Book value |
Projected cash flows |
Up to 1 year |
12 years |
25 years |
More than 5 years |
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Non-derivative financial liabilities |
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Credit from banks and others * |
91 | 91 | 91 | | | | ||||||||||||||||||
Trade payables |
459 | 459 | 459 | | | | ||||||||||||||||||
Other payables and credit balances |
135 | 133 | 133 | | | | ||||||||||||||||||
Non-convertible debentures ** |
716 | 1,179 | 39 | 44 | 143 | 953 | ||||||||||||||||||
Loans from banks and others ** |
2,096 | 2,728 | 278 | 372 | 868 | 1,210 | ||||||||||||||||||
Liabilities in respect of financing lease |
537 | 696 | 94 | 88 | 234 | 280 | ||||||||||||||||||
Financial liabilities hedging instruments |
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Interest SWAP contracts |
4 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | | ||||||||||||||||||
Forward contracts on exchange rate |
1 | 1 | 1 | | | | ||||||||||||||||||
Financial liabilities not for hedging |
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Interest SWAP contracts and options |
17 | 18 | 7 | 3 | 8 | | ||||||||||||||||||
Cylinder instruments |
18 | 17 | 15 | 2 | | | ||||||||||||||||||
Derivatives from change in capital structure |
5 | 6 | | 1 | 4 | 1 | ||||||||||||||||||
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4,079 | 5,334 | 1,119 | 512 | 1,259 | 2,444 | |||||||||||||||||||
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* | Not including current maturities. |
** | Includes current portion of long-term liabilities and long-term liabilities which were classified to short-term (see Note 11.A.2). |
E. | Market risks |
Market risk is the risk that changes in market prices, such as foreign exchange rates, the CPI, interest rates and prices of capital products and instruments will affect the fair value of the future cash flows of a financial instrument.
The Group buys and sells derivatives in the ordinary course of business, and also incurs financial liabilities, in order to manage market risks. All such transactions are carried out within the guidelines set by the Boards of Directors of the companies. For the most part, the Group companies enter into hedging transactions for purposes of avoiding economic exposures that arise from their operating activities. Most of the transactions entered into do not meet the conditions for recognition as an accounting hedge and, therefore, differences in their fair values are recorded on the statement of income.
(1) | CPI and foreign currency risk |
Currency risk
The Groups functional currency is the U.S. dollar. The exposures of the Group companies are measured with reference to the changes in the exchange rate of the dollar vis-à-vis the other currencies in which it transacts business.
The Group is exposed to currency risk on sales, purchases, assets and liabilities that are denominated in a currency other than the respective functional currencies of the Group entities. The primary exposure is to the shekel, euro, pound, Peruvian nevo and yuan (RMB).
The Group uses options and forward exchange contracts on exchange rates for purposes of hedging short-term currency risks, usually up to one year, in order to reduce the risk with respect to the final cash flows in dollars deriving from the existing assets and liabilities and sales and purchases of goods and services within the framework of firm or anticipated commitments, including in connection with future operating expenses.
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As at December 31, 2013
Note 29 Financial Instruments (Cont.)
E. | Market risks (Cont.) |
(1) | CPI and foreign currency risk (Cont.) |
Currency risk (Cont.)
The Group is exposed to currency risk in connection with loans it has taken out and debentures it has issued in currencies other than the dollar. The principal amounts of these bank loans and debentures have been hedged by swap transactions the repayment date of which corresponds with the payment date of the loans and debentures.
Inflation risk
The Group companies have issued shekel debentures or CPI-linked debentures. In order to reduce part of the exposure to changes in the CPI, the Group makes use of interest and currency swaps (see exchange rate risk management). In addition, hedging transactions are executed against a rise in the CPI above the CPI anticipated on the execution date of the transactions by fixing the rate of change in the CPI.
Some of the current expenses of the Group companies are linked to the CPI while the revenues are linked to the dollar. This difference in the basis may create some exposure from inflation.
This exposure is discussed by management when a significant change in the macro-economic forecast is anticipated.
(A) | Exposure to CPI and foreign currency risks |
The Groups exposure to CPI and foreign currency risk, based on nominal amounts, is as follows:
As at December 31, 2013 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Foreign currency | ||||||||||||||||||||
Shekel | ||||||||||||||||||||
Dollar | Unlinked | CPI linked | Euro | Other | ||||||||||||||||
$ millions | ||||||||||||||||||||
Non-derivative instruments |
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Cash and cash equivalents |
493 | 106 | | 28 | 44 | |||||||||||||||
Short-term investments, deposits and loans |
25 | | | 1 | 4 | |||||||||||||||
Trade receivables |
177 | 37 | | 49 | 95 | |||||||||||||||
Other receivables and debit balances |
37 | 1 | | 6 | 18 | |||||||||||||||
Long-term deposits, loans and debit balances |
9 | 1 | | 26 | 8 | |||||||||||||||
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Total financial assets |
741 | 145 | 110 | 169 | ||||||||||||||||
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1,888 | 1 | 211 | 15 | 10 | |||||||||||||||
Trade payables |
292 | 107 | | 42 | 91 | |||||||||||||||
Other payables and credit balances |
73 | 19 | | 9 | 23 | |||||||||||||||
Long-term loans from banks and others and debentures |
1,414 | 20 | 449 | 2 | 40 | |||||||||||||||
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Total financial liabilities |
3,667 | 147 | 660 | 68 | 164 | |||||||||||||||
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Total non-derivative financial instruments, net |
(2,926 | ) | (2 | ) | (660 | ) | 42 | 5 | ||||||||||||
Derivative instruments |
(27 | ) | | | | | ||||||||||||||
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(2,953 | ) | (2 | ) | (660 | ) | 42 | 5 | ||||||||||||
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As at December 31, 2013
Note 29 Financial Instruments (Cont.)
E. | Market risks (Cont.) |
(1) | CPI and foreign currency risk (Cont.) |
Inflation risk (Cont.)
(A) | Exposure to CPI and foreign currency risks (Cont.) |
As at December 31, 2012 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Foreign currency | ||||||||||||||||||||
Shekel | ||||||||||||||||||||
Dollar | Unlinked | CPI linked | Euro | Other | ||||||||||||||||
$ millions | ||||||||||||||||||||
Non-derivative instruments |
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Cash and cash equivalents |
303 | 23 | | 30 | 58 | |||||||||||||||
Short-term investments, deposits and loans |
26 | 61 | | | 2 | |||||||||||||||
Trade receivables |
181 | 4 | | 46 | 92 | |||||||||||||||
Other receivables and debit balances |
43 | 4 | | 7 | 14 | |||||||||||||||
Long-term deposits, loans and debit balances |
28 | 2 | | 24 | 7 | |||||||||||||||
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Total financial assets |
581 | 94 | | 107 | 173 | |||||||||||||||
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Credit from banks and others |
442 | 3 | 5 | 17 | 25 | |||||||||||||||
Trade payables |
287 | 41 | | 45 | 85 | |||||||||||||||
Other payables and credit balances |
67 | 13 | | 8 | 27 | |||||||||||||||
Long-term loans from banks and others and debentures |
2,562 | 29 | 557 | | 42 | |||||||||||||||
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Total financial liabilities |
3,358 | 86 | 562 | 70 | 179 | |||||||||||||||
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|
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Total non-derivative financial instruments, net |
(2,777 | ) | 8 | (562 | ) | 37 | (6 | ) | ||||||||||||
Derivative instruments |
86 | | | | | |||||||||||||||
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|
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Net exposure |
(2,691 | ) | 8 | (562 | ) | 37 | (6 | ) | ||||||||||||
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|
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|
|
|
|
As at January 1, 2012 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Foreign currency | ||||||||||||||||||||
Shekel | ||||||||||||||||||||
Dollar | Unlinked | CPI linked | Euro | Other | ||||||||||||||||
$ millions | ||||||||||||||||||||
Non-derivative instruments |
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Cash and cash equivalents |
345 | 22 | | 26 | 46 | |||||||||||||||
Short-term investments, deposits and loans |
113 | 61 | | | 1 | |||||||||||||||
Trade receivables |
154 | 24 | | 41 | 67 | |||||||||||||||
Other receivables and debit balances |
29 | 30 | | 7 | 18 | |||||||||||||||
Long-term deposits, loans and debit balances |
14 | 2 | | 22 | 4 | |||||||||||||||
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|
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Total financial assets |
655 | 139 | | 96 | 136 | |||||||||||||||
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|
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Credit from banks and others |
1,907 | 33 | | 6 | 10 | |||||||||||||||
Trade payables |
303 | 46 | | 41 | 69 | |||||||||||||||
Other payables and credit balances |
74 | 18 | 4 | 11 | 29 | |||||||||||||||
Long-term loans from banks and others and debentures |
1,352 | 60 | 175 | | 5 | |||||||||||||||
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Total financial liabilities |
3,636 | 157 | 179 | 58 | 113 | |||||||||||||||
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Total non-derivative financial instruments, net |
(2,981 | ) | (18 | ) | (179 | ) | 38 | 23 | ||||||||||||
Derivative instruments |
116 | (11 | ) | | | | ||||||||||||||
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Net exposure |
(2,865 | ) | (29 | ) | (179 | ) | 38 | 23 | ||||||||||||
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F-83
Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 29 Financial Instruments (Cont.)
E. | Market risks (Cont.) |
(1) | CPI and foreign currency risk (Cont.) |
Inflation risk (Cont.)
(B) | Sensitivity analysis |
A strengthening of the dollar exchange rate by 5%10% against the following currencies and change of the CPI in rate of 5%10% would have increased (decreased) the net income or net loss and the equity by the amounts shown below. This analysis assumes that all other variables, in particular interest rates, remain constant. The analysis is performed on the same basis for 2012.
As at December 31, 2013 | ||||||||||||||||
10% increase | 5% increase | 5% decrease | 10% decrease | |||||||||||||
$ millions | ||||||||||||||||
Non-derivative instruments |
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Shekel/dollar |
75 | 39 | (43 | ) | (91 | ) | ||||||||||
CPI |
(72 | ) | (36 | ) | 36 | 72 |
As at December 31, 2012 | ||||||||||||||||
10% increase | 5% increase | 5% decrease | 10% decrease | |||||||||||||
$ millions | ||||||||||||||||
Non-derivative instruments |
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Shekel/dollar |
53 | 28 | (31 | ) | (66 | ) | ||||||||||
CPI |
(61 | ) | (31 | ) | 31 | 61 |
As at January 1, 2012 | ||||||||||||||||
10% increase | 5% increase | 5% decrease | 10% decrease | |||||||||||||
$ millions | ||||||||||||||||
Non-derivative instruments |
||||||||||||||||
Shekel/dollar |
17 | 9 | (9 | ) | (20 | ) | ||||||||||
CPI |
9 | 4 | (4 | ) | (9 | ) |
(2) | Interest rate risk |
The Group is exposed to changes in the interest rates with respect to loans bearing interest at variable rates, as well as in connection with swap transactions of liabilities in foreign currency for dollar liabilities bearing a variable interest rate.
The Group has not set a policy limiting the exposure and it hedges this exposure based on forecasts of future interest rates.
The Group enters into transactions mainly to reduce the exposure to cash flow risk in respect of interest rates. The transactions include interest rate swaps and collars. In addition, options are acquired and written for hedging the interest rate at different rates.
F-84
Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 29 Financial Instruments (Cont.)
E. | Market risks (Cont.) |
(1) | CPI and foreign currency risk (Cont.) |
Inflation risk (Cont.)
(a) | Type of interest |
Set forth below is detail of the type of interest borne by the Groups interest-bearing financial instruments:
As at | ||||||||||||
December 31 | January 1 2012 |
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2013 | 2012 | |||||||||||
Carrying amount | ||||||||||||
$ millions | ||||||||||||
Fixed rate instruments |
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Financial assets |
322 | 453 | 377 | |||||||||
Financial liabilities |
(2,163 | ) | (2,290 | ) | (2,061 | ) | ||||||
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(1,841 | ) | (1,837 | ) | (1,684 | ) | |||||||
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Variable rate instruments |
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Financial assets |
23 | 21 | 22 | |||||||||
Financial liabilities |
(1,773 | ) | (1,425 | ) | (1,394 | ) | ||||||
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(1,750 | ) | (1,404 | ) | (1,372 | ) | |||||||
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The Groups assets and liabilities bearing fixed interest are not measured at fair value through the statement of income. Therefore, a change in the interest rates as at the date of the report would not be expected to affect the income or loss with respect to changes in the value of fixed interest assets and liabilities.
F. | Fair value |
(1) | Fair value compared with book value |
The Groups financial instruments include mainly non-derivative assets, such as: cash and cash equivalents, investments, deposits and short-term loans, receivables and debit balances, investments and long-term receivables; non-derivative liabilities: such as: short-term credit, payables and credit balances, long-term loans, finance leases and other liabilities; as well as derivative financial instruments.
Due to their nature, the fair value of the financial instruments included in the Groups working capital is generally identical or approximates the book value.
The following table shows in detail the carrying amount and the fair value of financial instrument groups presented in the financial statements not in accordance with their fair value.
As at December 31, 2013 | ||||||||||
Carrying amount |
Level 2 | Discount Rate (range) | ||||||||
$ millions | ||||||||||
ZIM |
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Non-convertible debentures |
232 | 290 | 16%-19% | |||||||
Long-term loans from banks and others |
1,986 | 1,102 | 14%-67% | |||||||
ICP and Other |
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Non-convertible debentures |
670 | 713 | 6%-8% | |||||||
Long-term loans from banks and others |
1,010 | 1,046 | 3%-10% |
F-85
Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 29 Financial Instruments (Cont.)
F. | Fair value (Cont.) |
(1) | Fair value compared with book value (Cont.) |
As at December 31, 2012 | ||||||||||
Carrying amount |
Level 2 | Discount Rate (range) | ||||||||
$ millions | ||||||||||
ZIM |
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Non-convertible debentures |
196 | 338 | 10%-12% | |||||||
Long-term loans from banks and others |
2,268 | 1,538 | 10%-38% | |||||||
ICP and Other |
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Non-convertible debentures |
538 | 669 | 2%-15% | |||||||
Long-term loans from banks and others |
740 | 836 | 3%-8% |
As at January 1, 2012 | ||||||||||
Carrying amount |
Level 2 | Discount Rate (range) | ||||||||
$ millions | ||||||||||
ZIM |
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Non-convertible debentures |
174 | 218 | 16%-21% | |||||||
Long-term loans from banks and others |
2,293 | 1,554 | 14%-21% | |||||||
ICP and Other |
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Non-convertible debentures |
542 | 611 | 2%-14% | |||||||
Long-term loans from banks and others |
558 | 581 | 3%-8% | |||||||
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* | The fair value is measured using the technique of discounting the future cash flows with respect to the principal component and the discounted interest using the market interest rate on the measurement date. |
(2) | Hierarchy of fair value |
The following table presents an analysis of the financial instruments measured at fair value, using an evaluation method. The various levels were defined as follows:
Level 1: Quoted prices (not adjusted) in an active market for identical instruments.
Level 2: Observed data, direct or indirect, not included in Level 1 above.
Level 3: Data not based on observed market data.
As at December 31, 2013 | ||||||||||||
Level 2 | Level 3 | Total | ||||||||||
$ millions | ||||||||||||
Liabilities |
||||||||||||
Derivatives used for accounting hedge |
21 | | 21 | |||||||||
Derivatives not used for accounting hedge |
6 | | 6 | |||||||||
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27 | | 27 | ||||||||||
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As at December 31, 2012 | ||||||||||||
Level 2 | Level 3 | Total | ||||||||||
$ millions | ||||||||||||
Assets |
||||||||||||
Derivatives not used for accounting hedge |
| 107 | 107 | |||||||||
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Liabilities |
||||||||||||
Derivatives used for accounting hedge |
4 | | 4 | |||||||||
Derivatives not used for accounting hedge |
15 | 2 | 17 | |||||||||
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19 | 2 | 21 | ||||||||||
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F-86
Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 29 Financial Instruments (Cont.)
F. | Fair value (Cont.) |
(2) | Hierarchy of fair value (Cont.) |
As at January 1, 2012 | ||||||||||||
Level 2 | Level 3 | Total | ||||||||||
$ millions | ||||||||||||
Assets |
||||||||||||
Derivatives used for accounting hedge |
3 | | 3 | |||||||||
Derivatives not used for accounting hedge |
2 | 145 | 147 | |||||||||
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5 | 145 | 150 | ||||||||||
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Liabilities |
||||||||||||
Derivatives used for accounting hedge |
5 | | 5 | |||||||||
Derivatives not used for accounting hedge |
35 | 5 | 40 | |||||||||
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40 | 5 | 45 | ||||||||||
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(3) | Data regarding measurement of the fair value of financial instruments at Level 2 and Level 3 |
Level 2
The fair value of forward contracts on foreign currency is determined using trading programs that are based on market prices. The market price is determined based on a weighting of the exchange rate and the appropriate interest coefficient for the period of the transaction along with an index of the relevant currencies.
The fair value of contracts for exchange (SWAP) of interest rates and fuel prices is determined using trading programs which incorporate market prices, the remaining term of the contract and the credit risks of the parties to the contract.
The fair value of currency and interest exchange (SWAP) transactions is valued using discounted future cash flows at the market interest rate for the remaining term.
The fair value of transactions used to hedge inflation is valued using discounted future cash flows which incorporate the forward CPI curve, and market interest rates for the remaining term.
Level 3
The fair value of the early debt repayment option of ZIM was valued using the Black model (Black model is an adjustment of Black & Scholes model and is used for options valuations), taking into account inter alia the discount rate with a various maturity. (in 2013: between 14% and 67%; in 2012: between 11% and 38%), the standard deviation (in 2013: between 88.1% and 94.8%; in 2012: between 67.1% and 83.3%) and ZIMs financial position as described in Note 11A2.
On July 16, 2014, ZIMs restructuring was completed, as described in note 11. As a result of this restructuring, the early debt repayment option was cancelled.
(4) | Financial instruments measured at fair value at Level 3 |
2013 | 2012 | |||||||||||||||
Financial liabilities |
Financial assets |
Financial liabilities |
Financial assets |
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Derivatives not for hedging | ||||||||||||||||
$ millions | ||||||||||||||||
Balance at January 1 |
(2 | ) | 107 | (5 | ) | 145 | ||||||||||
Total income (losses) recognized in the statement of income |
2 | (107 | ) | 3 | (20 | ) | ||||||||||
Issuances |
| | | (18 | ) | |||||||||||
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Balance at December 31 |
| | (2 | ) | 107 | |||||||||||
|
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F-87
Kenon Holdings, Carve-out
Notes to the Combined Carve-out Financial Statements
As at December 31, 2013
Note 29 Financial Instruments (Cont.)
(5) | Sensitivity analysis for the fair value of financial instruments measured at fair value at Level 3 |
The Group believes that the fair values determined for measurement and/or disclosure purposes are appropriate. However, the application of different assumptions or different measurement methods may change such fair values. As regards fair value measurements, a reasonably possible change in one or more unobservable inputs would have increased (decreased) profit or loss and equity as follows:
As at December 31, 2012 | ||||||||||||||||
Impact on income or loss | Impact on equity | |||||||||||||||
10% increase | 10% decrease | 10% increase | 10% decrease | |||||||||||||
$ millions | ||||||||||||||||
Sensitivity to changes in the interest rate |
5 | (8 | ) | 5 | (8 | ) | ||||||||||
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
Sensitivity to changes in the standard deviation of debenture yields |
14 | (15 | ) | 14 | (15 | ) | ||||||||||
|
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|
|
|
|
|
|
As at January 1, 2012 | ||||||||||||||||
Impact on income or loss | Impact on equity | |||||||||||||||
10% increase | 10% decrease | 10% increase | 10% decrease | |||||||||||||
$ millions | ||||||||||||||||
Sensitivity to changes in the interest rate |
(2 | ) | (1 | ) | (2 | ) | (1 | ) | ||||||||
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
Sensitivity to changes in the standard deviation of debenture yields |
11 | (13 | ) | 11 | (13 | ) | ||||||||||
|
|
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|
|
|
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Changes in the standard deviation of the charter hire rate have no material effect on the financial statements.
Note 30 Events Occurring Subsequent to the Period of the Report
A. | Regarding an investment in Qoros, in the amount of $41 million see Note 10.C.a.(ii). |
B. | Regarding an agreement for sale of about 39% of Generandes Peru SA see Note 11.A.3.c. |
C. | Regarding the closing of ZIMs debt restructuring see Note 11.A.2. |
D. | Regarding convertible shareholders loan from IC to Qoros in an amount of approximately $81 million see Note 10.C.a.(vi). |
E. | Regarding I.C. Powers repayment of intercompany debt in the amount of about $168 million, repayment of $95 million of capital notes and $37 million distribution of dividend to IC see Note 11.A.3.d. |
F. | Kenon has established a stock incentive plan for its directors and management. The plan provides grants of Kenon shares, as well as stock options in respect of Kenons shares, to management and directors of Kenon or to officers of the Group and IC pursuant to awards, which may be granted by Kenon from time to time, representing up to 3% of the shares of Kenon that will be outstanding upon completion of the spinoff. As of the approval date of these financial statements, Kenon has granted awards of shares to certain members of its management. Such shares shall vest upon the satisfaction of certain conditions, including the recipients employment with the group in a specified capacity and Kenons listing on each of the U.S. exchanges selected by Kenon and the TASE. The aggregate number of shares that will vest will be determined based upon the aggregate fair value of the grants, as determined in the award documents, divided by the average closing price of Kenons shares over the first three trading days commencing upon the listing date. If the conditions are not satisfied prior to December 31, 2015, the grants shall expire, unless otherwise determined by Kenons board of directors or its designated committee. |
G. | Regarding a derivative action, which was brought in the District Court of Tel Aviv by a shareholder of IC against, among others, IC and ZIM in connection with ZIMs restructuring see Note 19.B.1.a. |
H. | Regarding a new and irrevocable guarantee from IC to Qoros see Note 10.C.a.(vii). |
I. | Regarding the pledge of part of ICs shares in Qoros see Note 10.C.a.(viii). |
88
Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd.
Consolidated financial statements
31 December 2013
F-89
Independent auditors report to the board of directors of
Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd.
(Established in the Peoples Republic of China with limited liability)
We have audited the accompanying consolidated statements of financial position of Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd. and its subsidiary (the Company) as of 31 December 2013, 2012 and 1 January 2012 and the related consolidated statements of profit or loss and other comprehensive income, changes in equity and cash flows for each of the years in the two-year period ended 31 December 2013. These consolidated financial statements are the responsibility of the Companys management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these consolidated financial statements based on our audits.
We conducted our audits in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit includes consideration of internal control over financial reporting as a basis for designing audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Companys internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no such opinion. An audit also includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements, assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd. and its subsidiary as of 31 December 2013, 2012 and 1 January 2012, and the results of their operations and their cash flows for each of the years in the two-year period ended 31 December 2013 in conformity with International Financial Reporting Standards as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board.
/s/ KPMG Huazhen (SGP)
50th Floor, Plaza 66
1266 Nanjing West Road
Shanghai, China
Date: 17 June 2014
F-90
Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd.
Consolidated financial statements
for the year ended 31 December 2013
Consolidated statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income
for the year ended 31 December
In thousands of RMB |
Note | 2013 | 2012 | |||||||
Revenue |
6 | 13,135 | | |||||||
Cost of sales |
(29,256 | ) | | |||||||
|
|
|
|
|||||||
Gross profit |
(16,121 | ) | | |||||||
|
|
|
|
|||||||
Other income |
19,073 | 12,672 | ||||||||
Research and development expenses |
7 | (408,196 | ) | (342,508 | ) | |||||
Selling and distribution expenses |
8 | (269,696 | ) | | ||||||
Administration expenses |
9 | (864,813 | ) | (341,058 | ) | |||||
Other expenses |
(6,113 | ) | (1,759 | ) | ||||||
|
|
|
|
|||||||
Loss from operation |
(1,545,866 | ) | (672,653 | ) | ||||||
|
|
|
|
|||||||
Finance income |
10(a) | 18,125 | 38,003 | |||||||
Finance costs |
10(a) | (29,190 | ) | | ||||||
|
|
|
|
|||||||
Net finance (cost)/income |
10(a) | (11,065 | ) | 38,003 | ||||||
|
|
|
|
|||||||
Loss before tax |
(1,556,931 | ) | (634,650 | ) | ||||||
Income tax expense |
11 | (196 | ) | | ||||||
|
|
|
|
|||||||
Loss for the year |
(1,557,127 | ) | (634,650 | ) | ||||||
|
|
|
|
|||||||
Other comprehensive income |
||||||||||
Items that are or may be reclassified to profit or loss |
||||||||||
Foreign operations foreign currency translation differences, net of nil tax |
(19 | ) | | |||||||
Available-for-sale financial assets net change in fair value, net of nil tax |
| 5,158 | ||||||||
Available-for-sale financial assets reclassified to profit or loss, net of nil tax |
| (5,158 | ) | |||||||
|
|
|
|
|||||||
Other comprehensive income, net of nil tax |
(19 | ) | | |||||||
|
|
|
|
|||||||
Total comprehensive income for the year |
(1,557,146 | ) | (634,650 | ) | ||||||
|
|
|
|
The notes on pages F-96 to F-122 form part of these financial statements.
F-91
Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd.
Consolidated financial statements
for the year ended 31 December 2013
Consolidated statement of financial position
as at 31 December
In thousands of RMB |
Note | 31 December 2013 |
31 December 2012 |
1 January 2012 |
||||||||||
Assets |
||||||||||||||
Property, plant and equipment |
12 | 3,728,190 | 1,671,065 | 310,382 | ||||||||||
Intangible assets |
13 | 3,423,933 | 1,270,840 | 385,481 | ||||||||||
Prepayments for purchase of equipment |
| 204,749 | 38,106 | |||||||||||
Lease prepayments |
14 | 212,541 | 216,954 | 249,202 | ||||||||||
Other receivables |
15 | 106,239 | 118,429 | 31,020 | ||||||||||
Pledged deposits |
| | 42,836 | |||||||||||
|
|
|
|
|
|
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Non-current assets |
7,470,903 | 3,482,037 | 1,057,027 | |||||||||||
|
|
|
|
|
|
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Inventories |
16 | 167,216 | | | ||||||||||
Available-for-sale financial assets |
17 | 32,000 | | 440,000 | ||||||||||
Other receivables |
15 | 482,721 | 247,274 | 51,676 | ||||||||||
Prepayments |
103,539 | 17,141 | 8,172 | |||||||||||
Pledged deposits |
18 | 193,136 | 58,681 | 2,917 | ||||||||||
Cash and cash equivalents |
19 | 857,900 | 1,094,434 | 1,047,186 | ||||||||||
|
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|
|
|
|
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Current assets |
1,836,512 | 1,417,530 | 1,549,951 | |||||||||||
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||
Total assets |
9,307,415 | 4,899,567 | 2,606,978 | |||||||||||
|
|
|
|
|
|
The notes on pages F-96 to F-122 form part of these financial statements.
F-92
Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd.
Consolidated financial statements
for the year ended 31 December 2013
Consolidated statement of financial position (continued)
as at 31 December
In thousands of RMB |
Note | 31 December 2013 |
31 December 2012 |
1 January 2012 |
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Equity |
||||||||||||||
Paid-in capital |
20 | 5,931,840 | 4,231,840 | 3,481,840 | ||||||||||
Reserves |
105 | 74 | 74 | |||||||||||
Accumulated losses |
(3,505,855 | ) | (1,948,728 | ) | (1,314,078 | ) | ||||||||
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|
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Total equity |
2,426,090 | 2,283,186 | 2,167,836 | |||||||||||
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Liabilities |
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Loans and borrowings |
21 | 2,856,000 | 1,632,000 | | ||||||||||
Finance lease liabilities |
22 | 2,251 | | 5,350 | ||||||||||
Deferred income |
23 | 190,570 | 201,157 | | ||||||||||
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Non-current liabilities |
3,048,821 | 1,833,157 | 5,350 | |||||||||||
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Loans and borrowings |
21 | 1,254,468 | 270,566 | 80,000 | ||||||||||
Trade and other payables |
24 | 2,551,077 | 496,721 | 348,302 | ||||||||||
Finance lease liabilities |
22 | 1,567 | 5,350 | 5,490 | ||||||||||
Deferred income |
23 | 25,392 | 10,587 | | ||||||||||
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Current liabilities |
3,832,504 | 783,224 | 433,792 | |||||||||||
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|
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Total liabilities |
6,881,325 | 2,616,381 | 439,142 | |||||||||||
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|
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Total equity and liabilities |
9,307,415 | 4,899,567 | 2,606,978 | |||||||||||
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The notes on pages F-96 to F-122 form part of these financial statements.
F-93
Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd.
Consolidated financial statements
for the year ended 31 December 2013
Consolidated statement of changes in equity
for the year ended 31 December
In thousands of RMB |
Paid-in capital |
Capital reserve |
Translation reserve |
Accumulated losses |
Total | |||||||||||||||
Balance at 1 January 2012 |
3,481,840 | 74 | | (1,314,078 | ) | 2,167,836 | ||||||||||||||
Loss for the year |
| | | (634,650 | ) | (634,650 | ) | |||||||||||||
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Total comprehensive income |
| | | (634,650 | ) | (634,650 | ) | |||||||||||||
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Capital injection from investors |
750,000 | | | | 750,000 | |||||||||||||||
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Total contributions |
750,000 | | | | 750,000 | |||||||||||||||
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Balance at 31 December 2012 |
4,231,840 | 74 | | (1,948,728 | ) | 2,283,186 | ||||||||||||||
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Balance at 1 January 2013 |
4,231,840 | 74 | | (1,948,728 | ) | 2,283,186 | ||||||||||||||
Loss for the year |
| | | (1,557,127 | ) | (1,557,127 | ) | |||||||||||||
Other comprehensive income |
| | (19 | ) | | (19 | ) | |||||||||||||
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Total comprehensive income |
| | (19 | ) | (1,557,127 | ) | (1,557,146 | ) | ||||||||||||
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Capital injection from investors |
1,700,000 | 50 | | | 1,700,050 | |||||||||||||||
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Total contributions |
1,700,000 | 50 | | | 1,700,050 | |||||||||||||||
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Balance at 31 December 2013 |
5,931,840 | 124 | (19 | ) | (3,505,855 | ) | 2,426,090 | |||||||||||||
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The notes on pages F-96 to F-122 form part of these financial statements.
F-94
Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd.
Consolidated financial statements
for the year ended 31 December 2013
Consolidated statement of cash flows
for the year ended 31 December
In thousands of RMB |
Note | 2013 | 2012 | |||||||
Cash flows from operating activities |
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Loss for the year |
(1,557,127 | ) | (634,650 | ) | ||||||
Adjustments for: |
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Depreciation |
34,871 | 15,185 | ||||||||
Amortisation of |
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- intangible assets |
8,940 | 2,583 | ||||||||
- lease prepayments |
4,413 | 5,072 | ||||||||
Impairment losses on inventories |
5,654 | | ||||||||
Net finance cost/(income) |
3,264 | (27,401 | ) | |||||||
Tax expense |
196 | | ||||||||
Gain on disposal of lease prepayments |
| (10,586 | ) | |||||||
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(1,499,789 | ) | (649,797 | ) | |||||||
Changes in: |
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- inventories |
(172,870 | ) | | |||||||
- other receivables |
(221,610 | ) | (184,786 | ) | ||||||
- prepayments |
(86,398 | ) | (8,969 | ) | ||||||
- trade and other payables |
525,310 | 73,207 | ||||||||
- deferred income |
4,218 | 211,744 | ||||||||
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Net cash used in operating activities |
(1,451,139 | ) | (558,601 | ) | ||||||
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Cash flows from investing activities |
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Interest received |
16,479 | 29,180 | ||||||||
Proceeds from disposal of available-for-sale financial assets |
23,000 | 2,460,000 | ||||||||
Proceeds from disposal of lease prepayment |
| 258,393 | ||||||||
Collection of pledged deposits |
162,259 | 5,608 | ||||||||
Acquisition of property, plant and equipment and intangible assets |
(1,517,499 | ) | (1,448,430 | ) | ||||||
Acquisition of lease prepayment |
| (220,631 | ) | |||||||
Acquisition of available-for-sale financial assets |
(55,000 | ) | (2,020,000 | ) | ||||||
Placement of pledged deposits |
(296,714 | ) | (18,536 | ) | ||||||
Development expenditures |
(851,090 | ) | (874,480 | ) | ||||||
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Net cash used in investing activities |
(2,518,565 | ) | (1,828,896 | ) | ||||||
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The notes on pages F-96 to F-122 form part of these financial statements.
F-95
Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd.
Consolidated financial statements
for the year ended 31 December 2013
Consolidated statement of cash flows (continued)
for the year ended 31 December
In thousands of RMB |
Note | 2013 | 2012 | |||||||
Cash flows from financing activities |
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Capital injection from investors |
1,700,050 | 750,000 | ||||||||
Proceeds from borrowings |
2,577,342 | 1,935,993 | ||||||||
Repayment of borrowings |
(369,440 | ) | (113,427 | ) | ||||||
Interest paid |
(174,782 | ) | (37,821 | ) | ||||||
Placement of guarantee deposit |
| (100,000 | ) | |||||||
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Net cash from financing activities |
3,733,170 | 2,434,745 | ||||||||
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Net (decrease)/increase in cash and cash equivalents |
(236,534 | ) | 47,248 | |||||||
Cash and cash equivalents at 1 January |
1,094,434 | 1,047,186 | ||||||||
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Cash and cash equivalents at 31 December |
857,900 | 1,094,434 | ||||||||
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The notes on pages F-96 to F-122 form part of these financial statements.
F-96
Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd.
Consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2013
Notes to the financial statements
1 | Reporting entity |
Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd. (the Company) is a sino-foreign joint equity enterprise established on 24 December 2007 in the Peoples Republic of China (PRC) by Wuhu Chery Automobile Investment Co., Ltd (Wuhu Chery) and Quantum (2007) LLC. The Companys registered office is Changshu, Jiangsu Province, PRC. The Company has a direct wholly-owned subsidiary Qoros Automotive Europe GmbH (the Subsidiary) incorporated in Germany in 2013. The registered capital of the Subsidiary is Euro 100 thousand. These consolidated financial statements comprise the Company and the Subsidiary (collectively the Group and individually Group companies).
The Groups principal activities are research and development, manufacture and sale of automobiles and related fittings and spare parts.
2 | Basis of preparation |
(a) | Basis of accounting |
The consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs), which collective terms includes International Accounting Standards and related interpretations, promulgated by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB). They were authorised for issue by the Companys board of directors.
(b) | Going concern basis of accounting |
The Group had net current liabilities of approximately RMB 1,996 million as at 31 December 2013.
The management have given careful consideration to the future liquidity of the Group and its available sources of finance in assessing whether the Group will have sufficient financial resources to continue as a going concern.
Based on the Groups 2013 business plan, cash flow forecast and unutilised bank loan facilities, the directors believe the Group will generate sufficient cash flows to meet its liabilities as and when they fall due in the next twelve months. In preparing the cash flow forecast, the directors took into account the further capital injection being planned by the Groups investors and the further loan facilities expected from banks. The directors believe that the investors and banks will continue to provide support to the Group. Therefore, they are of the opinion that the assumptions which are included in the cash flow forecast are reasonable. Accordingly, the consolidated financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis. If for any reason the Group is unable to continue as a going concern, then this could have an impact on the Groups ability to realise assets at their recognized values and to extinguish liabilities in the normal course of business at the amounts stated in the consolidated financial statements.
(c) | Basis of measurement |
The consolidated financial statements have been prepared on the historical cost basis except that the financial instruments classified as available-for-sale are measured at their fair value (see note 4 (l)(ii)).
(d) | Functional and presentation currency |
Items included in the financial statements of each entity in the Group are measured using the currency that best reflects the economic substance of the underlying events and circumstances relevant to the entity (functional currency). These financial statements are presented in Renminbi (RMB, the presentation currency), which is also the functional currency of the Company. All financial information presented in RMB has been rounded to the nearest thousand except otherwise stated.
3 | Change in accounting policy |
Except for the changes below, the Group has consistently applied the accounting policies to all periods presented in these consolidated financial statements.
F-97
Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd.
Consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2013
Notes to the financial statements
3 | Change in accounting policy (continued) |
The Group has adopted the following new standards and amendments to standards, including any consequential amendments to other standards, with a date of initial application of 1 January 2013.
| IFRS 13 Fair Value Measurement (see (i)) |
| Presentation of Items of Other Comprehensive Income (Amendments to IAS 1) (see (ii)) |
(i) | Fair value measurement |
IFRS 13 establishes a single framework for measuring fair value and making disclosures about fair value measurements, when such measurements are required or permitted by other IFRSs. In particular, it unifies the definition of fair value as the price at which an orderly transition to sell an asset or to transfer a liability would take place between market participants at the measurement date. It also replaces and expands the disclosure requirements about fair value measurements in other IFRSs, including IFRS 7 Financial instruments: Disclosures. Some of these disclosures are specifically required in consolidated financial statements for financial instruments; accordingly, the Group has included additional disclosures in this regard (see Note 17 and 25 (d)).
In accordance with the transitional provisions of IFRS 13, the Group has applied the new fair value measurement guidance prospectively, and has not provided any comparative information for new disclosures. Notwithstanding the above, the change had no significant impact on the measurements of the Groups assets and liabilities.
(ii) | Presentation of items of other comprehensive income |
As a result of the amendments to IAS 1, the Group has modified the presentation of items of other comprehensive income in its consolidated statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income, to present separately items that would be reclassified to profit or loss from those that would never be. Comparative information has been re-presented accordingly.
The adoption of the amendment to IAS1 has no impact on the recognized assets, liabilities and comprehensive income of the Group.
4 | Significant accounting policies |
The accounting polices set out below have been applied consistently to all periods presented in these financial statement.
(a) | Basis of consolidation |
(i) | Subsidiaries |
Subsidiaries are entities controlled by the Group. The Group controls an entity when it 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 over the entity. The financial statements of subsidiaries are included in the consolidated financial statements from the date on which control commences until the date on which control ceases.
(ii) | Loss of control |
When the Group loses control over a subsidiary, it derecognizes the assets and liabilities of the subsidiary, and any related non-controlling interests and other components of the entity. Any resulting gain or loss is recognized in profit or loss. Any interest retained in the former subsidiary is measured at fair value when control is lost.
(iii) | Transaction eliminated on consolidation |
Intra-group balances and transactions, and any unrealised income and expenses arising from intra-group transactions, are eliminated. Unrealised gains arising from transactions with equity-
F-98
Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd.
Consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2013
Notes to the financial statements
4 | Significant accounting policies (continued) |
(a) | Basis of consolidation (continued) |
(iii) | Transaction eliminated on consolidation (continued) |
accounted investees are eliminated against the investment to the extent of the Groups interest in the investee. Unrealised losses are eliminated in the same way as unrealised gains, but only to the extent that there is no evidence of impairment.
(b) | Revenue |
(i) | Sale of goods |
Revenue from the sale of goods in the course of ordinary activities is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable, net of value-added tax (VAT) or other sales taxes, returns or allowances, trade discounts and volume rebates. Revenue is recognized when persuasive evidence exists, usually in the form of an executed sales agreement, that the significant risks and rewards of ownership have been transferred to the customers, recovery of the consideration is probable, the associated costs and possible return of goods can be estimated reliably, there is no continuing management involvement with the goods, and the amount of revenue can be measured reliably. If it is probable that discounts will be granted and the amount can be measured reliably, then the discount is recognized as a reduction of revenue as the sales are recognized.
(ii) | Rendering of services |
The Group recognizes revenue from services rendered in profit or loss in proportion to the stage of completion of the transaction at the reporting date. The stage of completion is assessed based on surveys of work performed.
(iii) | Rental income |
Rental income from operating leases is recognized as revenue on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease. Lease incentives granted are recognized as an integral part of the total rental income, over the term of the lease.
(c) | Government grants |
Government grants are initially recognized as deferred income at fair value if there is reasonable assurance that they will be received and the Group will comply with the conditions associated with the grant. Grants that compensate the Group for the cost of an asset are recognized in profit or loss as other income on a systematic basis over the useful life of the asset.
Grants that compensate the Group for expenses incurred are recognized in profit or loss on a systematic basis in the periods in which the expenses are recognized.
(d) | Finance income and finance costs |
Finance income comprises interest income on funds invested (including available-for-sale financial assets) and gains on the disposal of available-for-sale financial assets.
Finance costs comprise interest expense on borrowings and losses on disposal of available-for-sale financial assets.
Interest income is recognized using the effective interest method. Borrowing costs that are not directly attributable to the acquisition, construction or production of a qualifying asset are recognized in profit or loss using the effective interest method.
F-99
Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd.
Consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2013
Notes to the financial statements
4 | Significant accounting policies (continued) |
(e) | Foreign currency |
(i) | Foreign currency transactions |
Transactions in foreign currencies are translated to the respective functional currencies of the Group companies at exchange rates at the dates of the transactions.
Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are translated to the functional currency at the exchange rate at the reporting date. Non-monetary assets and liabilities that are measured at fair value in a foreign currency are translated to the functional currency at the exchange rate when the fair value was determined. Foreign currency differences are generally recognized in profit or loss, except for foreign currency differences arising from the translation of available-for-sale equity investments which are recognized in other comprehensive income (except on impairment, in which case foreign currency differences that have been recognized in other comprehensive income are reclassified to profit or loss). Non-monetary items that are measured based on historical cost in a foreign currency are not translated.
(ii) | Foreign operations |
The assets and liabilities of foreign operations, including goodwill and fair value adjustments arising on acquisition, are translated into RMB at exchange rates at the reporting date. The income and expenses of foreign operations are translated into RMB at the exchange rates at the dates of the transactions.
Foreign currency differences are recognized in other comprehensive income and accumulated in the translation reserve.
(f) | Employee benefits |
(i) | Short-term employee benefits |
Short-term employee benefit obligations are measured on an undiscounted basis and are expensed as the related service is provided. A liability is recognized for the amount expected to be paid if the Group has a present legal or constructive obligations to pay this amount as a result of past service provided by the employee, and the obligation can be estimated reliably.
(ii) | Contributions to defined contribution retirement plans in the PRC |
Contributions to local retirement schemes pursuant to the relevant labour rules and regulations in the PRC are recognized as an expense in profit or loss as incurred.
(g) | Income tax |
Income tax expense comprises current and deferred tax. It is recognized in profit or loss except to the extent that it relates to a business combination, or items recognized directly in equity or in other comprehensive income.
(i) | Current tax |
Current tax comprises the expected tax payable or receivable on the taxable income or loss for the year and any adjustment to tax payable or receivable in respect of previous years. It is measured using tax rates enacted or substantively enacted at the reporting date. Current tax also includes any tax arising from dividends.
F-100
Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd.
Consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2013
Notes to the financial statements
4 | Significant accounting policies (continued) |
(g) | Income tax (continued) |
(ii) | Deferred tax |
Deferred tax is recognized in respect of temporary differences between the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities for financial reporting purposes and the amounts used for taxation purposes. Deferred tax is not recognized for:
| temporary differences on the initial recognition of assets or liabilities in a transaction that is not a business combination and that affects neither accounting nor taxable profit or loss; |
| temporary differences related to investments in subsidiaries, associates and joint arrangements to the extent that the Group is able to control the timing of the reversal of the temporary differences and it is probable that they will not reverse in the foreseeable future; and |
| taxable temporary differences arising on the initial recognition of goodwill. |
Deferred tax assets are recognized for unused tax losses, unused tax credits and deductible temporary differences to the extent that it is probable that future taxable profits will be available against which they can be used. Deferred tax assets are reviewed at each reporting date and are reduced to the extent that it is no longer probable that the related tax benefit will be realised.
Deferred tax is measured at the tax rates that are expected to be applied to temporary differences when they reverse, using tax rates enacted or substantively enacted at the reporting date.
The measurement of deferred tax reflects the tax consequences that would follow from the manner in which the Group expects, at the reporting date, to recover or settle the carrying amount of its assets and liabilities.
Deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset only if certain criteria are met.
(h) | Inventories |
Inventories are measured at the lower of cost and net realisable value. The cost of inventories is based on the first-in, first-out principle, and includes expenditure incurred in acquiring the inventories, production or conversion costs and other costs incurred to bring them to their existing location and condition. In the case of manufactured inventories and work in progress, cost includes direct labour and an appropriate share of production overheads based on normal operating capacity.
Net realisable value is the estimated selling price in the ordinary course of business, less the estimated costs of completion and selling expenses.
(i) | Property, plant and equipment |
(i) | Recognition and measurement |
Items of property, plant and equipment are measured at cost less accumulated depreciation and accumulated impairment losses.
Cost includes expenditure that is directly attributable to the acquisition of the asset. The cost of self-constructed assets includes the followings:
| the cost of materials and direct labour; |
| any other costs directly attributable to bringing the assets to a working condition for their intended use; |
| when the Group has an obligation to remove the asset or restore the site, an estimate of the costs of dismantling and removing the items and restoring the site on which they are located; and |
| capitalised borrowing costs. |
F-101
Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd.
Consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2013
Notes to the financial statements
4 | Significant accounting policies (continued) |
(i) | Property, plant and equipment (continued) |
(i) | Recognition and measurement (continued) |
When parts of an item of property, plant and equipment have different useful lives, they are accounted for as separate items (major components) of property, plant and equipment.
Any gain or loss on disposal of an item of property, plant and equipment (calculated as the difference between the net proceeds from disposal and the carrying amount of the item) is recognized in profit or loss.
(ii) | Subsequent costs |
Subsequent expenditure is capitalised only when it is probable that the future economic benefits associated with the expenditure will flow to the Group. Ongoing repairs and maintenance is expensed as incurred.
(iii) | Depreciation |
Items of property, plant and equipment are depreciated from the date that they are installed and are ready for use, or in respect of internally constructed assets, from the date that the asset is completed and ready for use.
Except for toolings, depreciation is calculated to write off the cost of items of property, plant and equipment less their estimated residual values using the straight-line basis over their estimated useful lives and is generally recognized in profit or loss. Leased assets are depreciated over the shorter of the lease term and their useful lives unless it is reasonably certain that the Group will obtain ownership by the end of the lease term. No depreciation is provided on construction in progress. The estimated useful lives of property, plant and equipment are as follows:
Buildings |
30 years | |
Equipment |
3-20 years | |
Leasehold improvements |
3 years |
Toolings are depreciated on a systematic basis based on the quantity of related products produced.
Depreciation methods, useful lives and residual values are reviewed at each reporting date and adjusted if appropriate.
(j) | Intangible assets |
(i) | Research and development |
Expenditure on research activities, undertaken with the prospect of gaining new scientific or technical knowledge and understanding, is recognized in profit or loss as incurred.
Development activities involve a plan or design for the production of new or substantially improved products and processes. Development expenditure is capitalised only if development costs can be measured reliably, the product or process is technically and commercially feasible, future economic benefits are probable, and the Group intends to and has sufficient resources to complete development and to use or sell the asset. The expenditure capitalised includes the cost of materials, direct labour, overhead costs that are directly attributable to preparing the asset for its intended use, and capitalised borrowing costs. Other development expenditure is recognized in profit or loss as incurred.
Capitalised development expenditure is measured at cost less accumulated amortisation and accumulated impairment losses.
F-102
Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd.
Consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2013
Notes to the financial statements
4 | Significant accounting policies (continued) |
(j) | Intangible assets (continued) |
(ii) | Other intangible assets |
Other intangible assets that are acquired by the Group and have finite useful lives are measured at cost less accumulated amortisation and any accumulated impairment losses.
(iii) | Subsequent expenditure |
Subsequent expenditure is capitalised only when it increases the future economic benefits embodied in the specific asset to which it relates. All other expenditure, including expenditure on internally generated goodwill and brands, is recognized in profit or loss as incurred.
(iv) | Amortisation |
Amortisation is calculated to write off the cost of intangible assets less their estimated residual values from the date they are available for use using the straight-line method over their estimated useful lives or other systematic basis, and is generally recognized in profit or loss.
Except for capitalised development costs, the estimated useful lives of intangible assets are as follows:
Software |
10 years |
Capitalised development costs are amortised on a systematic basis based on the quantity of related products produced.
Amortisation methods, useful lives and residual values are reviewed at each reporting date and adjusted if appropriate.
(k) | Lease prepayments |
All land in PRC is state-owned and no private land ownership exists. The Group acquired the right to use certain land and the premiums paid for such right are recorded as lease prepayment. Lease prepayment is carried at historical cost less accumulated amortisation and impairment losses. Amortisation is calculated on a straight-line basis over the respective periods of the rights.
(l) | Financial instruments |
(i) | Non-derivative financial assets and financial liabilities recognition and derecognition |
The Group initially recognizes loans and receivables and debt securities on the date when they are originated. All other financial assets and financial liabilities are initially recognized on the trade date.
The Group derecognizes a financial asset when the contractual rights to the cash flows from the asset expire, or it transfers the rights to receive the contractual cash flows in a transaction in which substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership of the financial asset are transferred, or it neither transfers nor retains substantially all of the risks and rewards of ownership and does not retain control over the transferred assets. Any interest in such derecognized financial assets that is created or retained by the Group is recognized as a separate asset or liability.
The Group derecognizes a financial liability when its contractual obligations are discharged or cancelled, or expire.
Financial assets and liabilities are offset and the net amount presented in the statement of financial position when, and only when, the Group has a legal right to offset the amounts and intends either to settle them on a net basis or to realise the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.
F-103
Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd.
Consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2013
Notes to the financial statements
4 | Significant accounting policies (continued) |
(l) | Financial instruments (continued) |
(ii) | Non-derivative financial assets measurement |
Loans and receivables
Loans and receivables are financial assets with fixed or determinable payments that are not quoted in an active market. Such assets are recognized initially at fair value plus any directly attributable transaction costs. Subsequent to initial recognition, loans and receivables are measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method, less any impairment losses.
Loans and receivables comprise cash and cash equivalents, pledged deposits and other receivables.
Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents comprise cash balances and call deposits with maturities of three months or less from the acquisition date that are subject to an insignificant risk of changes in their fair value, and are used by the Group in the management of its short-term commitments.
Available-for-sale financial assets
Available-for-sale financial assets are non-derivative financial assets that are designated as available for sale or are not classified as loans and receivables, held-to maturity investments, or financial assets at fair value through profit or loss. Available-for-sale financial assets are recognized initially at fair value plus any directly attributable transaction costs.
Subsequent to initial recognition, they are measured at fair value and changes therein, other than impairment losses and foreign currency differences on debt instruments, are recognized in other comprehensive income and presented in the fair value reserve in equity. When an investment is derecognized, the gain or loss accumulated in equity is reclassified to profit or loss.
Available-for-sale financial assets represent debt securities.
(iii) | Non-derivative financial liabilities measurement |
All non-derivative financial liabilities are initially recognized at fair value less any directly attributable transaction costs. Subsequent to initial recognition, these financial liabilities are measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method.
Other financial liabilities comprise loans and borrowings and trade and other payables.
(m) | Impairment |
(i) | Non-derivative financial assets |
Financial assets not classified as at fair value through profit or loss are assessed at each reporting date to determine whether there is objective evidence of impairment. A financial asset is impaired if there is objective evidence of impairment as a result of one or more events that occurred after the initial recognition of the asset, and that loss event(s) had an impact on the estimated future cash flows of that asset that can be estimated reliably.
Objective evidence that financial assets are impaired includes:
| default or delinquency by a debtor; |
| restructuring of an amount due to the Group on terms that the Group would not consider otherwise; |
| indications that a debtor or issuer will enter bankruptcy; |
| adverse changes in the payment status of borrowers or issuers; |
F-104
Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd.
Consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2013
Notes to the financial statements
4 | Significant accounting policies (continued) |
(m) | Impairment (continued) |
(i) | Non-derivative financial assets (continued) |
| the disappearance of an active market for a security; |
| observable date indicating that there is measureable decrease in expected cash flows from a group of financial assets. |
Financial assets measured at amortised costs
The Group considers evidence of impairment for these assets at both an individual asset and a collective level. All individually significant assets are individually assessed for impairment. Those found not to be specifically impaired are then collectively assessed for any impairment that has been incurred but not yet identified. Assets that are not individually significant are collectively assessed. Collective assessment is carried out by grouping together loans and receivables with similar risk characteristics.
In assessing collective impairment, the Group uses historical trends of the probability of default, the timing of recoveries and the amount of loss incurred, adjusted for managements judgement as to whether current economic and credit conditions are such that the actual losses are likely to be greater or less than suggested by historical trends.
An impairment loss of an asset is calculated as the difference between its carrying amount and the present value of the estimated future cash flows discounted at the assets original effective interest rate. Losses are recognized in profit or loss and reflected in an allowance account against the asset. When the Group considers that there are no realistic prospects of recovery of the asset, the relevant amounts are written off. If the amount of impairment loss subsequently decreases and the decrease can be related objectively to an event occurring after the impairment was recognized, then the previously recognized impairment loss is reversed through profit or loss.
Available-for-sale financial assets
Impairment losses on available-for-sale financial assets are recognized by reclassifying the loss accumulated in the fair value reserve in equity to profit or loss. The cumulative loss that is reclassified from equity to profit or loss is the difference between the acquisition cost, net of any principal repayment and amortisation, and the current fair value, less any impairment losses recognized previously in profit or loss. If, in a subsequent period, the fair value of an impaired available-for-sale debt security increases and the increase can be related objectively to an event occurring after the impairment loss was recognized, then the impairment loss is reversed through profit or loss. Otherwise, it is reversed through other comprehensive income.
(ii) | Non-financial assets |
The carrying amounts of the Groups non-financial assets (other than inventories) are reviewed at each reporting date to determine whether there is any indication of impairment. If any such indication exists, then the assets recoverable amount is estimated. In addition, intangible assets that are not yet available for use are tested annually for impairment. An impairment loss is recognized if the carrying amount of an asset or its related cash-generating unit (CGU) exceeds its estimated recoverable amount.
For impairment testing, assets are grouped together into the smallest group of assets that generates cash inflows from continuing use that are largely independent of the cash inflows of other assets or CGUs.
The recoverable amount of an asset or CGU is the greater of its value in use and its fair value less costs to sell. Value in use is based on the estimated future cash flows, discounted to their present value using a pre-tax discount rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the asset or CGU.
F-105
Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd.
Consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2013
Notes to the financial statements
4 | Significant accounting policies (continued) |
(m) | Impairment (continued) |
(ii) | Non-financial assets (continued) |
Impairment losses are recognized in profit or loss.
An impairment loss is reversed only to the extent that the assets carrying amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined, net of depreciation or amortisation, if no impairment loss had been recognized.
(n) | Warranty costs |
A provision for warranties is recognized when the underlying products or services are sold, based on historical warranty data and a weighting of possible outcomes against their associated probabilities.
(o) | Provision and contingent liabilities |
Provisions are recognized for other liabilities of uncertain timing or amount when the Group or the Company has a legal or constructive obligation arising as a result of a past event, it is probable that an outflow of economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation and a reliable estimate can be made. Where the time value of money is material, provisions are stated at the present value of the expenditure expected to settle the obligation.
Where it is not probable that an outflow of economic benefits will be required, or the amount cannot be estimated reliably, the obligation is disclosed as a contingent liability, unless the probability of outflow of economic benefits is remote. Possible obligations, whose existence will only be confirmed by the occurrence or non-occurrence of one or more future events are also disclosed as contingent liabilities unless the probability of outflow of economic benefits is remote.
(p) | Leases |
(i) | Determining whether an arrangement contains a lease |
At inception of an arrangement, the Group determines whether the arrangement is or contains a lease.
At inception or on reassessment of an arrangement that contains a lease, the Group separates payments and other consideration required by the arrangement into those for the lease and those for other elements on the basis of their relative fair values. If the Group concludes for a finance lease that it is impracticable to separate the payments reliably, then an asset and a liability are recognized at an amount equal to the fair value of the underlying asset. Subsequently, the liability is reduced as payments are made and an imputed finance cost on the liability is recognized using the Groups incremental borrowing rate.
(ii) | Leased assets |
Assets held by the Group under leases which transfer to the Group substantially all of the risks and rewards of ownership are classified as finance leases. The leased assets are measured initially at an amount equal to the lower of its fair value and the present value of the minimum lease payments. Subsequent to initial recognition, the assets are accounted for in accordance with the accounting policy applicable to that asset.
Assets held under other leases are classified as operating leases and are not recognized in the Groups statement of financial position.
(iii) | Lease payments |
Payments made under operating leases are recognized in profit or loss on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease. Lease incentives received are recognized as an integral part of the total lease expenses, over the term of the lease.
F-106
Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd.
Consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2013
Notes to the financial statements
4 | Significant accounting policies (continued) |
(p) | Leases (continued) |
(iii) | Lease payments (continued) |
Minimum lease payments made under finance leases are apportioned between the finance expense and the reduction of the outstanding liability. The finance expense is allocated to each period during the lease term so as to produce a constant periodic rate of interest on the remaining balance of the liability.
(q) | Related parties |
(a) | A person, or a close member of that persons family, is related to the Group if that person: |
(i) | has control or joint control over the Group; |
(ii) | has significant influence over the Group; or |
(iii) | is a member of the key management personnel of the Group or the Groups parent or ultimate controlling shareholders. |
(b) | An entity is related to the Group if any of the following conditions applies: |
(i) | The entity and the Group are members of the same group; |
(ii) | One entity is an associate or joint venture of the other entity (or an associate of joint venture of a member of a Group of which the other entity is a member); |
(iii) | Both entities are joint ventures of the same third party; |
(iv) | One entity is a joint venture of a third entity and the other entity is an associate of the third entity; |
(v) | The entity is a post-employment benefit plan for the benefit of employees of the Group or an entity related to the Group; |
(vi) | The entity is controlled or jointly controlled by a person identified in (a); |
(vii) | A person identified in (a)(i) has significant influence over the entity or is a member of the key management personnel of the entity (or of a parent of the entity); |
Close members of the family of a person are those family members who may be expected to influence, or be influenced by, that person in their dealings with the entity.
(r) | New Standards and interpretation not yet adopted |
Up to the date of issue of these financial statements, a number of amendments and interpretations and new standards have been issued which are not yet effective for the year ended 31 December 2013 and have not been adopted in these financial statements. These include the following which may be relevant to the Group.
Effective annual | ||
Amendments to IRFS 10, IFRS 12 and IAS 27, Investment entities |
1 January 2014 | |
Amendments to IAS 32, Financial instruments: Presentation Offsetting financial assets and financial liabilities |
1 January 2014 | |
Amendments to IAS 36, Recoverable amount disclosure for non-financial assets |
1 January 2014 | |
Amendments to IAS 39, Novation of derivatives and continuation of hedge accounting |
1 January 2014 | |
IFRIC 21, Levies |
1 January 2014 | |
IFRS 9, Financial Instruments |
1 January 2015 |
F-107
Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd.
Consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2013
Notes to the financial statements
4 | Significant accounting policies (continued) |
(r) | New Standards and interpretation not yet adopted (continued) |
The Group is in the process of making an assessment of what the impact of these amendments and new standards is expected to be in the period of initial application. So far it has concluded that the adoption of them is unlikely to have a significant impact on the Groups financial position and results of operations.
5 | Use of estimates and judgements |
In preparing these consolidated financial statements, the management has made judgements, estimates and assumptions that affect the application of the Groups accounting policies and the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, income and expenses. Actual results may differ from these estimates.
Estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to estimates are recognized prospectively.
(a) | Judgements |
(i) | Research and development costs |
Determining capitalisation of development costs involves management judgements in assessing whether a product is technically and commercially feasible, and whether the Group has sufficient resources to complete development and to use or sell the asset.
(ii) | Lease classification |
Lease classification is made at the inception of the lease. Determining the lease classification involves management judgements in assessing whether all the risks and rewards incidental are substantially transferred to ownership. A lease is classified as a finance lease if it transfers substantially all the risks and rewards incidental to ownership. A lease is classified as an operating lease if it does not transfer substantially all the risks and rewards incidental to ownership.
(b) | Assumptions and estimation uncertainties |
(i) | Research and development costs |
During the process of formulation of relevant cash flow forecasts for quantifying the future economic benefits generated from the development costs for the new product, a variety of assumptions, bases and estimations including market popularity of the products, the pricing trend of raw materials acquired, and etc. would have to be made by the management. Thus, any significant deviations from these assumptions, bases as well as estimations made by the management would have impact on determining whether the related development costs incurred should be capitalised or expensed.
(ii) | Depreciation and amortisation |
Property, plant and equipment, intangible assets and lease prepayments are depreciated/amortised on a straight-line basis over the estimated useful lives or other systematic basis, after taking into account the estimated residual value. The Group reviews annually the useful life of an asset and its residual value, if any. The useful lives are based on the managements knowledge and historical experience with similar assets and taking into account anticipated technology changes. The depreciation and amortisation expenses for future periods are adjusted if there are significant changes from previous estimates.
(iii) | Net realisable value of inventories |
The management reviews the carrying amounts of the inventories at each reporting period end date to determine whether the inventories are carried at the lower of cost and net realisable value.
F-108
Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd.
Consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2013
Notes to the financial statements
5 | Use of estimates and judgements (continued) |
(b) | Assumptions and estimation uncertainties (continued) |
(iii) | Net realisable value of inventories (continued) |
Management estimates the net realisable value based on the current market situation and their historical experience on similar inventories. Any change in the assumptions would increase or decrease the amount of inventories write-down or the related reversals of write-downs and affect the Groups net asset value.
(iv) | Impairment for non-current assets |
If circumstances indicate that the carrying value of property, plant and equipment, lease prepayments, intangible assets may not be recoverable, their recoverable amounts are estimated. An impairment loss is recognized when the recoverable amount has declined below the carrying amounts in accordance with IAS 36, Impairment of assets. In addition, for intangible assets that are not yet available for use, the recoverable amount is estimated annually whether or not there is an indication of impairment.
Determining the recoverable amount requires an estimation of the fair value less costs of disposal or the value in use of these assets or the CGU to which these assets belong. It is difficult to precisely estimate fair value of these assets because quoted market prices for most of these assets are not readily available. In determining the value in use, expected cash flows generated by the asset are discounted to their present value, which requires significant judgment relating to level of sales volume, sales revenue and amount of operating costs. The Group uses all readily available information in determining an amount that is a reasonable approximation of recoverable amount, including estimates based on reasonable and supportable assumptions and projections of sales volume, sales revenue and amount of operating costs.
(v) | Deferred taxation |
Determining recognition of deferred tax assets in respect of accumulated tax losses and deductible temporary differences involves judgement on whether it is probable that future taxable profits against which these losses can be utilised within the unexpired period and which the temporary differences can be deducted under current tax legislation will be available. In assessing the need to recognize a deferred tax asset, management considers all available evidence, including projected future taxable income, tax planning strategies, historical taxable income, and the expiration period of the losses carried forward.
6 | Revenue |
In thousands of RMB |
2013 | 2012 | ||||||
Sales of goods |
7,416 | | ||||||
Income from operating lease |
5,719 | | ||||||
|
|
|
|
|||||
Total |
13,135 | | ||||||
|
|
|
|
F-109
Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd.
Consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2013
Notes to the financial statements
7 | Research and development expenses |
Research and development expenses are the expenses incurred for the research and development activities of car platform and models as follows:
In thousands of RMB |
2013 | 2012 | ||||||
CF1X |
145,440 | 274,473 | ||||||
CF11 |
41,492 | 1,663 | ||||||
CF14 and CF14K |
3,807 | 801 | ||||||
CF16 |
195,043 | 65,571 | ||||||
CF18 |
22,414 | | ||||||
BF |
| | ||||||
|
|
|
|
|||||
Total |
408,196 | 342,508 | ||||||
|
|
|
|
8 | Selling and distribution expenses |
In thousands of RMB |
2013 | 2012 | ||||||
Advertising |
130,860 | | ||||||
Marketing and promotion |
73,166 | | ||||||
Consulting fees |
34,379 | | ||||||
Personnel expenses |
19,243 | | ||||||
Others |
12,048 | | ||||||
|
|
|
|
|||||
Total |
269,696 | | ||||||
|
|
|
|
9 | Administration expenses |
In thousands of RMB |
2013 | 2012 | ||||||
Personnel expenses |
336,003 | 202,765 | ||||||
Consulting fees |
280,749 | 13,451 | ||||||
Office expenses |
57,649 | 19,876 | ||||||
Depreciation and amortisation |
33,666 | 22,758 | ||||||
Rental expenses |
41,028 | 24,763 | ||||||
Travelling expenses |
17,691 | 12,326 | ||||||
Low-valued consumables |
17,877 | 982 | ||||||
Others |
80,150 | 44,137 | ||||||
|
|
|
|
|||||
Total |
864,813 | 341,058 | ||||||
|
|
|
|
10 | Loss before income tax |
Loss for the year is arrived at after charging/(crediting):
In thousands of RMB |
2013 | 2012 | ||||||
(a) Net finance (cost)/income: | ||||||||
Interest income from available-for-sale financial assets |
2,079 | 5,158 | ||||||
Interest income from bank deposits |
16,046 | 22,243 | ||||||
Net foreign exchange gain |
| 10,602 | ||||||
|
|
|
|
|||||
Finance income |
18,125 | 38,003 | ||||||
|
|
|
|
|||||
Net foreign exchange loss |
(7,801 | ) | | |||||
Interest expense |
(21,389 | ) | | |||||
|
|
|
|
|||||
Finance costs |
(29,190 | ) | | |||||
|
|
|
|
|||||
Net finance (cost)/income |
(11,065 | ) | 38,003 | |||||
|
|
|
|
F-110
Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd.
Consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2013
Notes to the financial statements
10 | Loss before income tax (continued) |
Interest expenses of RMB 192,066 thousand (2012: RMB 42,840 thousand) incurred on borrowings were capitalised in property, plant and equipment and intangible assets (see Note 12 and 13).
(b) Personnel expenses: | ||||||||
Contributions to defined contribution retirement plan |
(21,498 | ) | (9,545 | ) | ||||
Salaries, wages and other benefits |
(341,341 | ) | (193,220 | ) | ||||
|
|
|
|
|||||
(362,839 | ) | (202,765 | ) | |||||
|
|
|
|
(c) Other items: | ||||||||
Amortisation |
||||||||
- lease prepayments |
(4,413 | ) | (5,072 | ) | ||||
- intangible assets |
(8,940 | ) | (2,583 | ) | ||||
|
|
|
|
|||||
(13,353 | ) | (7,655 | ) | |||||
|
|
|
|
|||||
Depreciation |
||||||||
- property, plant and equipment |
(34,871 | ) | (15,185 | ) | ||||
|
|
|
|
|||||
Operating lease charges |
||||||||
- hire of office rentals |
(45,006 | ) | (24,763 | ) | ||||
- hire of cars |
(4,312 | ) | (4,870 | ) | ||||
|
|
|
|
|||||
(49,318 | ) | (29,633 | ) | |||||
|
|
|
|
|||||
Write down of inventory to the net realisable value |
(5,654 | ) | | |||||
|
|
|
|
11 | Income taxes |
(a) | Amounts recognized in profit or loss |
In thousands of RMB |
2013 | 2012 | ||||||
Current tax expense Germany Income Tax | ||||||||
Current year | 196 | | ||||||
|
|
|
|
The Company is subject to PRC statutory corporate income tax rate of 25% (2012: 25%).
(b) | Reconciliation of effective tax rate |
In thousands of RMB |
2013 | 2012 | ||||||
Loss before tax |
(1,556,931 | ) | (634,650 | ) | ||||
Income tax credit at the applicable PRC income tax rate of 25% |
(389,233 | ) | (158,663 | ) | ||||
Effect of tax rate differential |
15 | | ||||||
Effect of tax losses not recognized |
314,590 | 28,587 | ||||||
Effect of other temporary differences not recognized |
40,735 | 129,606 | ||||||
Non-deductible expenses |
34,089 | 470 | ||||||
|
|
|
|
|||||
Income tax expense |
196 | | ||||||
|
|
|
|
(c) | Unrecognized deferred tax assets |
Deferred tax assets have not been recognized in respect of the following items because it is not probable that future taxable profit will be available against which the Company can utilise the benefits therefrom:
In thousands of RMB |
31 December 2013 |
31 December 2012 |
1 January 2012 |
|||||||||
Tax losses |
1,690,380 | 516,085 | 401,739 | |||||||||
Other temporary differences |
1,761,674 | 1,598,735 | 1,080,311 | |||||||||
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||
Total |
3,452,054 | 2,114,820 | 1,482,050 | |||||||||
|
|
|
|
|
|
F-111
Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd.
Consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2013
Notes to the financial statements
11 | Income taxes (continued) |
(c) | Unrecognized deferred tax assets (continued) |
Under current PRC corporate income tax laws and relevant rules, the above tax losses will expire in the following years, if unused:
In thousands of RMB |
As at 31 December | |||||||
2013 | 2012 | |||||||
2013 |
| 84,064 | ||||||
2014 |
51,523 | 51,523 | ||||||
2015 |
92,479 | 92,479 | ||||||
2016 |
173,673 | 173,673 | ||||||
2017 |
114,346 | 114,346 | ||||||
2018 |
1,258,359 | | ||||||
|
|
|
|
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Total |
1,690,380 | 516,085 | ||||||
|
|
|
|
12 | Property, plant and equipment |
In thousands of RMB |
Leasehold improvements |
Equipment | Building | Construction in progress |
Total | |||||||||||||||
Cost |
||||||||||||||||||||
Balance at 1 January 2012 |
8,048 | 29,827 | | 287,438 | 325,313 | |||||||||||||||
Additions |
3,235 | 26,764 | | 1,362,287 | 1,392,286 | |||||||||||||||
Transfer |
| 2,686 | | (19,104 | ) | (16,418 | ) | |||||||||||||
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||
Balance at 31 December 2012 |
11,283 | 59,277 | | 1,630,621 | 1,701,181 | |||||||||||||||
Additions |
6,793 | | | 2,182,562 | 2,189,355 | |||||||||||||||
Transfer |
| 1,509,771 | 1,258,439 | (2,865,566 | ) | (97,356 | ) | |||||||||||||
Disposal |
| (239 | ) | | | (239 | ) | |||||||||||||
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||
Balance at 31 December 2013 |
18,076 | 1,568,809 | 1,258,439 | 947,617 | 3,792,941 | |||||||||||||||
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||
Depreciation |
||||||||||||||||||||
Balance at 1 January 2012 |
(5,150 | ) | (9,781 | ) | | | (14,931 | ) | ||||||||||||
Depreciation for the year |
(3,489 | ) | (11,696 | ) | | | (15,185 | ) | ||||||||||||
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||
Balance at 31 December 2012 |
(8,639 | ) | (21,477 | ) | | | (30,116 | ) | ||||||||||||
Depreciation for the year |
(3,323 | ) | (26,032 | ) | (5,516 | ) | | (34,871 | ) | |||||||||||
Written off on disposal |
| 236 | | | 236 | |||||||||||||||
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||
Balance at 31 December 2013 |
(11,962 | ) | (47,273 | ) | (5,516 | ) | | (64,751 | ) | |||||||||||
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
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Carrying amount |
||||||||||||||||||||
Balance at 1 January 2012 |
2,898 | 20,046 | | 287,438 | 310,382 | |||||||||||||||
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||
Balance at 31 December 2012 |
2,644 | 37,800 | | 1,630,621 | 1,671,065 | |||||||||||||||
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||
Balance at 31 December 2013 |
6,114 | 1,521,536 | 1,252,923 | 947,617 | 3,728,190 | |||||||||||||||
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Leased | plant and machinery |
The Group leases a data centre and computers under a finance lease agreement. As at 31 December 2013, the net carrying amount of leased plant and equipment was RMB 3,719 thousand (31 December 2012: RMB 4,876 thousand, 1 January 2012:10,937 thousand).
The Group leases pressing machinery as a lessor under operating leases. As at 31 December 2013, the net carrying amount of leased machinery was RMB 90,776 thousand (31 December 2012 and 1 January 2012: nil).
F-112
Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd.
Consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2013
Notes to the financial statements
12 | Property, plant and equipment (continued) |
Property, | plant and equipment under construction |
Included in additions of construction in progress is an amount of RMB 112,303 thousand representing borrowing costs capitalised during 2013 (2012: 21,689 thousand), using a capitalisation rate of 4.64% per annum (2012: 1.88%).
As at 31 December 2013 and 2012, all equipment, properties and construction in progress were pledged to bank as security for a consortium financing agreement. (Note 21)
13 | Intangible assets |
In thousands of RMB |
Software | Development costs |
Total | |||||||||
Cost |
||||||||||||
Balance at 1 January 2012 |
24,945 | 361,484 | 386,429 | |||||||||
Additions |
2,052 | 869,472 | 871,524 | |||||||||
Transfer from construction in progress |
16,418 | | 16,418 | |||||||||
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||
Balance at 31 December 2012 |
43,415 | 1,230,956 | 1,274,371 | |||||||||
Additions |
13,611 | 2,051,066 | 2,064,677 | |||||||||
Transfer from construction in progress |
97,356 | | 97,356 | |||||||||
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||
Balance at 31 December 2013 |
154,382 | 3,282,022 | 3,436,404 | |||||||||
|
|
|
|
|
|
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Amortisation |
||||||||||||
Balance at 1 January 2012 |
(948 | ) | | (948 | ) | |||||||
Amortisation for the year |
(2,583 | ) | | (2,583 | ) | |||||||
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||
Balance at 31 December 2012 |
(3,531 | ) | | (3,531 | ) | |||||||
Amortisation for the year |
(6,527 | ) | (2,413 | ) | (8,940 | ) | ||||||
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||
Balance at 31 December 2013 |
(10,058 | ) | (2,413 | ) | (12,471 | ) | ||||||
|
|
|
|
|
|
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Carrying amount |
||||||||||||
Balance at 1 January 2012 |
23,997 | 361,484 | 385,481 | |||||||||
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||
Balance at 31 December 2012 |
39,884 | 1,230,956 | 1,270,840 | |||||||||
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||
Balance at 31 December 2013 |
144,324 | 3,279,609 | 3,423,933 | |||||||||
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|
|
|
|
|
The amortisation of software and capitalised development cost is included in administration expenses and cost of sales in the consolidated statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income.
See Note 24 for payables for research and development activities as at reporting date.
Included in capitalised development costs is an amount of RMB 79,763 thousand representing borrowing costs capitalised during 2013, (2012: 21,151 thousand), using a capitalisation rate of 4.64% (2012: 1.88%).
Impairment tests for intangible asset not yet available for use are performed annually. Management estimates the recoverable amount of the cash-generating unit (CGU) to which these intangible assets belong as at 31 December 2013 and 2012. As the recoverable amount of the CGU was higher than its carrying value at the respective year end, no impairment loss has been recognized.
F-113
Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd.
Consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2013
Notes to the financial statements
14 | Lease prepayments |
In thousands of RMB |
2013 | 2012 | ||||||
Cost |
||||||||
Balance at 1 January |
220,631 | 268,729 | ||||||
Addition for the year |
| 220,631 | ||||||
Disposal for the year |
| (268,729 | ) | |||||
|
|
|
|
|||||
Balance at 31 December |
220,631 | 220,631 | ||||||
|
|
|
|
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Amortisation |
||||||||
Balance at 1 January |
(3,677 | ) | (19,527 | ) | ||||
Amortisation for the year |
(4,413 | ) | (5,072 | ) | ||||
Written back on disposal |
| 20,922 | ||||||
|
|
|
|
|||||
Balance at 31 December |
(8,090 | ) | (3,677 | ) | ||||
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|
|
|
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Carrying amount |
||||||||
Balance at 1 January |
216,954 | 249,202 | ||||||
|
|
|
|
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Balance at 31 December |
212,541 | 216,954 | ||||||
|
|
|
|
As at 31 December 2013 and 2012, the Groups lease prepayments represented the lease prepayments of land use rights located in Changshu, Jiangsu Province. Such lease prepayments were pledged to bank as security for a consortium financing agreement (Note 21).
Lease prepayments of land use right located in Wuhu, Anhui Province with a carrying amount of RMB 247,807 thousand were disposed of in June 2012, resulting in a gain on disposal of RMB 10,586 thousand, which is included in other income in the consolidated statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income for the year ended 31 December 2012.
15 | Other receivables |
In thousands of RMB |
31 December 2013 |
31 December 2012 |
1 January 2012 |
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Value-added tax recoverable |
428,845 | 205,095 | 24,677 | |||||||||
Deposits |
72,940 | 70,489 | 6,951 | |||||||||
Deferred expenses |
40,607 | 45,384 | | |||||||||
Receivables due from employees |
36,810 | 40,766 | 46,358 | |||||||||
Receivables due from related parties 28(c) |
1,325 | 1,796 | 757 | |||||||||
Others |
8,829 | 2,569 | 4,349 | |||||||||
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589,356 | 366,099 | 83,092 | ||||||||||
Less: allowance for doubtful debts |
(396 | ) | (396 | ) | (396 | ) | ||||||
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588,960 | 365,703 | 82,696 | ||||||||||
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Non-current |
106,239 | 118,429 | 31,020 | |||||||||
Current |
482,721 | 247,274 | 51,676 | |||||||||
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588,960 | 365,703 | 82,696 | ||||||||||
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16 | Inventories |
In thousands of RMB |
31 December 2013 |
31 December 2012 |
1 January 2012 |
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Raw materials and consumables |
34,112 | | | |||||||||
Work in progress |
28,465 | | | |||||||||
Finished goods |
104,639 | | | |||||||||
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Total |
167,216 | | | |||||||||
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F-114
Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd.
Consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2013
Notes to the financial statements
16 | Inventories (continued) |
In 2013, raw materials and consumables, and changes in work in progress and finished goods included in cost of sales amounted to RMB 12,840 thousand.
As at 31 December 2013 inventories of RMB 104,639 thousand were written down to net realisable value (31 December 2012 and 1 January 2012: nil).
The write-down was included in cost of sales.
17 | Available-for-sale financial assets |
As at 31 December 2013, Available-for-sale financial assets represent a principal guaranteed short-term investment with a bank in the PRC. This investment has expected but not guaranteed returns at 3.60% per annum.
Available-for-sale financial assets of RMB 100 million as at 1 January 2012 represented the short-term investments (maturity period within 3 months) which were issued by a licensed trust company in the PRC.
The remaining balance of available-for sale financial assets of RMB 340 million as at 1 January 2012 represented the investment in debt instruments with maturity periods within one month.
The fair value of available-for-sale financial assets is determined by reference to quoted prices from the bank on similar financial products at the reporting date.
18 | Pledged deposits |
Bank deposits of RMB 193,136 thousand (31 December 2012: RMB 58,681 thousand, 1 January 2012: 45,753 thousand) have been pledged as security for bank guarantees and a letter of credit facility. The pledge in respect of the bank deposits will be released with the expiration of the relevant bank guarantees and the letter of credit facilities.
19 | Cash and cash equivalents |
In thousands of RMB |
31 December 2013 |
31 December 2012 |
1 January 2012 |
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Bank deposits with maturity of 3 months or less |
82,970 | | | |||||||||
Cash at bank |
774,930 | 1,094,434 | 1,047,186 | |||||||||
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857,900 | 1,094,434 | 1,047,186 | ||||||||||
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20 | Paid-in capital |
In thousands of RMB |
31 December 2013 |
31 December 2012 |
1 January 2012 |
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Wuhu Chery |
2,965,920 | 2,115,920 | 1,740,920 | |||||||||
Quantum (2007) LLC. |
2,965,920 | 2,115,920 | 1,740,920 | |||||||||
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5,931,840 | 4,231,840 | 3,481,840 | ||||||||||
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F-115
Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd.
Consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2013
Notes to the financial statements
21 | Loans and borrowings |
In thousands of RMB |
31 December 2013 |
31 December 2012 |
1 January 2012 |
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Denominated in: |
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RMB |
3,673,000 | 1,883,000 | 80,000 | |||||||||
USD |
379,715 | 19,566 | | |||||||||
EUR |
57,753 | | | |||||||||
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4,110,468 | 1,902,566 | 80,000 | ||||||||||
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Non-current |
2,856,000 | 1,632,000 | | |||||||||
Current |
1,254,468 | 270,566 | 80,000 | |||||||||
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4,110,468 | 1,902,566 | 80,000 | ||||||||||
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Current loans and borrowings represented bank loans with maturity period within one year with the interest rate from 1.28% to 6.89%.
On 23 July 2012, the Company entered into a consortium financing arrangement with a group of banks. Under the arrangement, the Company can draw down loans in either RMB or USD, up to an aggregate maximum principal amount of RMB 3 billion. The RMB loan bears the 5-year interest rate quoted by the Peoples Bank of China from time to time and the USD loan bears interest rate of LIBOR+4.8% per annum. The repayment schedule of loans is based on the instalments schedule as set out in the agreement within 10 years from the first draw down date. The arrangement was secured by the Groups land use right, equipment, properties and construction in progress and was guaranteed by Wuhu Chery and Changshu Port Development and Construction Co., Ltd (CPDC) respectively. Each party provides the guarantee to an aggregate principal amount of no more than RMB 1.5 billion or its equivalent. The guarantee from Wuhu Chery and CPDC are several but not joint. In connection with Wuhu Cherys guarantee, Israel Corporation Ltd. provided a counter-guarantee up to the aggregate principal amount of no more than RMB 750 million or its equivalent. In connection with CPDCs guarantee, the Company made a guarantee deposit of RMB 100 million to CPDC and Wuhu Chery also entered into an agreement to provide a counter-guarantee to CPDC in September 2012. The guarantee deposit was recorded as deferred expenses at the amortised cost.
As at 31 December 2013 and 2012, the Company had drawn down RMB loans of RMB 2,856 million and RMB 1,632 million respectively, with the interest rate of 6.55%.
The loans are repayable within 10 years from 23 July 2012. The first repayment date is set as 36 months after the first draw down date (27 July 2012). On 27 July 2015 and every 6 months after the preceding repayment date, the Group should repay by instalment based on the following schedule:
Repayment of loan principal as a % of the outstanding loan balance on 23 July 2015 |
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27 July 2015 |
1.667 | % | ||
27 January 2016 |
1.667 | % | ||
27 July 2016 |
1.667 | % | ||
27 January 2017 |
6.667 | % | ||
27 July 2017 |
6.667 | % | ||
Remaining |
81.665 | % |
The loans drawn down from the consortium financing arrangement contains financial related covenants. In 2013 the Company obtained a confirmation from the banks that compliance of the financial covenants is not required for 2013 and 2014. After the Company enters into continuous and sustained operating period, a request for adjustment of the financial covenants, as necessary, can be submitted to the syndicated loan group for consideration.
On 29 November 2012, the Group entered into a working capital loan arrangement with a PRC commercial bank. Under this arrangement, the Group can draw down loans in RMB to an aggregate maximum principal amount of RMB 800 million. The arrangement is unsecured and unguaranteed. The loan bears 1~3-year interest rate quoted by the Peoples Bank of China and is adjusted annually after the first draw down date (24 April 2013).
F-116
Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd.
Consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2013
Notes to the financial statements
21 | Loans and borrowings (continued) |
As at 31 December 2013, the Company had drawn down loans of RMB 160 million with the interest rate of 6.15%. The loan is repayable in 3 years after the first draw down date (24 April 2013), and was divided into four instalments which are repayable in May 2014, November 2014, May 2015 and November 2015 respectively. The loan contains financial covenants.
As at 31 December 2013, the Group had unutilised loan facilities of RMB 784 million.
22 | Finance lease liabilities |
As at 31 December 2013, 2012 and 1 January 2012, the Group had obligations under finance leases repayable as follows:
31 December 2013 | 31 December 2012 | 1 January 2012 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Present value of the minimum lease payments RMB000 |
Total minimum lease payments RMB000 |
Present value of the minimum lease payments RMB000 |
Total minimum lease payments RMB000 |
Present value of the minimum lease payments RMB000 |
Total minimum lease payments RMB000 |
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Within 1 year |
1,567 | 1,629 | 5,350 | 5,522 | 5,490 | 6,025 | ||||||||||||||||||
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After 1 year but within 2 years |
1,599 | 1,630 | | | 5,350 | 5,522 | ||||||||||||||||||
After 2 years but within 5 years |
652 | 655 | | | | |||||||||||||||||||
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2,251 | 2,285 | | | 5,350 | 5,522 | |||||||||||||||||||
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3,818 | 3,914 | 5,350 | 5,522 | 10,840 | 11,547 | |||||||||||||||||||
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Less: total future interest expenses |
(96 | ) | (172 | ) | (707 | ) | ||||||||||||||||||
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Present value of finance lease liabilities |
3,818 | 5,350 | 10,840 | |||||||||||||||||||||
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23 | Deferred income |
In November 2012, the Group received RMB 213.5 million from the Management Committee of Changshu Economic & Technology Development Zone, as a result of the Groups investment in the Development Zone. Such government grant was initially recognized as deferred income upon receipt and is amortised over the Groups expected remaining period of operation.
24 | Trade and other payables |
In thousands of RMB |
31 December 2013 |
31 December 2012 |
1 January 2012 |
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Trade payables |
219,102 | | | |||||||||
Other payables for |
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-research and development activities |
1,343,524 | 223,311 | 275,034 | |||||||||
-property, plant and equipment |
511,827 | 143,414 | 34,569 | |||||||||
-services |
301,100 | 52,735 | 8,052 | |||||||||
Accrued payroll |
104,702 | 57,727 | 20,702 | |||||||||
Interest payable |
40,856 | 2,183 | | |||||||||
Others |
29,966 | 17,351 | 9,945 | |||||||||
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2,551,077 | 496,721 | 348,302 | ||||||||||
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All the balances are repayable on demand or within 3 months.
25 | Financial risk management and fair values of financial instruments |
Exposure to credit, liquidity, interest rate and currency risks arises in the normal course of the Groups business.
F-117
Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd.
Consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2013
Notes to the financial statements
25 | Financial risk management and fair values of financial instruments (continued) |
The Groups exposure to these risks and the financial risk management policies and practice used by the Group to manage these risks are described below.
(a) | Credit risk |
Credit risk is the risk of financial loss to the Group if a counterparty to a financial instrument fails to meet its contractual obligations, and arises principally from the Groups receivables from counterparties and the Groups deposits with banks (including available-for-sale financial assets).
The Group establishes an allowance for impairment that represents its estimate of incurred losses in respect of other receivables. The main components of this allowance are a specific loss component that relates to individually significant exposures.
The Group limits its exposure to credit risk by investing only in liquid investment products issued by financial institutions. Management actively monitors credit ratings and given that the Group only has invested in investment products with high credit ratings, management does not expect any counterparty to fail to meet its obligations.
The carrying amounts of cash and cash equivalents, pledged deposits, other receivables and available-for-sale financial assets represent its maximum credit exposure on these assets.
(b) | Liquidity risk |
Liquidity risk is the risk that the Group will encounter difficulty in meeting the obligations associated with its financial liabilities that are settled by delivering cash or another financial asset.
The Groups policy is to regularly monitor its liquidity requirements and its compliance with lending covenants, to ensure that it maintains sufficient reserves of cash and readily realisable marketable securities and adequate committed lines of funding from major financial institutions and/or from other group companies to meet the liquidity requirements in the short and long term.
The following are the remaining contractual maturities at the end of the reporting period of financial liabilities, including estimated interest payments and excluding the impact of netting agreements:
Contractual undiscounted cash flow | Carrying amount at balance sheet date |
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Within 1 year or on demand |
More than 1 year but less than 2 years |
More than 2 years but less than 5 years |
More than 5 years |
Total | ||||||||||||||||||||
As at 31 December 2013 |
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Trade and other payables |
2,551,077 | | | | 2,551,077 | 2,551,077 | ||||||||||||||||||
Loans and borrowings |
1,474,257 | 258,344 | 1,344,938 | 2,127,887 | 5,205,426 | 4,110,468 | ||||||||||||||||||
Finance lease liabilities |
1,629 | 1,630 | 655 | | 3,914 | 3,818 | ||||||||||||||||||
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Total |
4,026,963 | 259,974 | 1,345,593 | 2,127,887 | 7,760,417 | 6,665,363 | ||||||||||||||||||
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As at 31 December 2012 |
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Trade and other payables |
496,721 | | | | 496,721 | 496,721 | ||||||||||||||||||
Loans and borrowings |
393,924 | 106,896 | 831,510 | 1,149,499 | 2,481,829 | 1,902,566 | ||||||||||||||||||
Finance lease liabilities |
5,350 | | | | 5,350 | 5,350 | ||||||||||||||||||
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|
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Total |
895,995 | 106,896 | 831,510 | 1,149,499 | 2,983,900 | 2,404,637 | ||||||||||||||||||
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As at 1 January 2012 |
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Trade and other payables |
348,302 | | | | 348,302 | 348,302 | ||||||||||||||||||
Loans and borrowings |
85,510 | | | | 85,510 | 80,000 | ||||||||||||||||||
Finance lease liabilities |
5,490 | 5,350 | | | 10,840 | 10,840 | ||||||||||||||||||
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|
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Total |
439,302 | 5,350 | | | 444,652 | 439,142 | ||||||||||||||||||
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F-118
Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd.
Consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2013
Notes to the financial statements
25 | Financial risk management and fair values of financial instruments (continued) |
(c) | Market risk |
Market risk is the risk that changes in market prices, such as foreign exchange rates and interest rates will affect the Groups income or the value of its holdings of financial instruments. The objective of market risk management is to manage and control market risk exposures within acceptable parameters, while optimising the return.
- Currency risk
The Group is exposed to currency risk on purchases relating to research and development activities, bank borrowings as well as normal productions that are denominated in currencies other than the functional currencies of Group companies. The currencies in which these transactions primarily are denominated are RMB, US dollars and Euro. The functional currency of Group companies is primarily the RMB.
In respect of monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies, the Groups policy is to ensure that its net exposure is kept to an acceptable level by buying or selling foreign currencies at spot rates when necessary to address short-term imbalances.
Exposure to currency risk
The summary quantitative data about the Groups exposure to currency risk as reported to the management of the Group is as follows:
EUR |
31 December 2013 |
31 December 2012 |
1 January 2012 |
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Prepayments |
433 | 1,656 | | |||||||||
Trade and other payables |
(11,213 | ) | (884 | ) | (8,840 | ) | ||||||
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|
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Net statement of financial position exposure |
(10,780 | ) | 772 | (8,840 | ) | |||||||
USD |
31 December 2013 |
31 December 2012 |
1 January 2012 |
|||||||||
Prepayments |
1,528 | 1,913 | | |||||||||
Trade and other payables |
(104 | ) | (20 | ) | (1,050 | ) | ||||||
Loans and borrowings |
(62,280 | ) | (3,133 | ) | | |||||||
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|
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Net statement of financial position exposure |
(60,856 | ) | (1,240 | ) | (1,050 | ) |
The following significant exchange rates have been applied during the year:
Average rate | Spot rate | |||||||||||||||||||||||
31 December 2013 |
31 December 2012 |
1 January 2012 |
31 December 2013 |
31 December 2012 |
1 January 2012 |
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EUR |
8.3683 | 8.2401 | 8.4845 | 8.4189 | 8.3176 | 8.1625 | ||||||||||||||||||
USD |
6.1912 | 6.2932 | 6.4618 | 6.0969 | 6.2855 | 6.3009 |
A reasonably possible strengthening (weakening) of the Euro and US dollar against RMB at 31 December would have affected the measurement of financial instruments denominated in a foreign currency and affected equity and profit or loss by the amounts shown below. The analysis assumes that all other variables, in particular interest rates, remain constant.
At 31 December | 1 January | |||||||||||||||||||||||
2013 | 2012 | 2012 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Strengthening RMB000 |
Weakening RMB000 |
Strengthening RMB000 |
Weakening RMB000 |
Strengthening RMB000 |
Weakening RMB000 |
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EUR (10% movement) |
(9,076 | ) | 9,076 | 642 | (642 | ) | (7,216 | ) | 7,216 | |||||||||||||||
USD (10% movement) |
(37,103 | ) | 37,103 | (779 | ) | 779 | (662 | ) | 662 |
F-119
Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd.
Consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2013
Notes to the financial statements
25 | Financial risk management and fair values of financial instruments (continued) |
(c) | Market risk (continued) |
- Interest rate risk
Profile
The Groups interest rate risk arises primarily from bank deposits and bank loans. The Groups policy is to obtain the most favourable interest rates available in respect of its bank deposits. The Group has not used any derivatives to mitigate its interest rate risk exposure.
Bank deposits are with fixed interest rates ranging from 0.35%~3.25%, 0.35%~3.25% and 0.50%~3.50% per annum as at 31 December 2013, 2012 and 1 January 2012 respectively.
The Groups interest-bearing borrowings and interest rates are set out as follows:
Interest rate |
31 December 2013 |
31 December 2012 |
1 January 2012 |
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RMB000 | RMB000 | RMB000 | ||||||||||||
Borrowings |
1.28%-6.89% | 4,110,468 | 1,902,566 | 80,000 | ||||||||||
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Loan interest rates are disclosed in Note 21.
Sensitivity analysis
A change of 100 basis points in interest rates would have increased or decreased equity by RMB 31,922 thousand (2012: RMB 3,356 thousand).
(d) | Fair value |
The fair value of each financial instrument is categorised in its entirety based on the lowest level of input that is significant to that fair value measurement. The levels are defined as follows:
| Level 1 (highest level): fair values measured using quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical financial instruments; |
| Level 2: fair values measured using quoted prices in active markets for similar financial instruments, or using valuation techniques in which all significant inputs are directly or indirectly based on observable market data; |
| Level 3 (lowest level): fair values measured using valuation techniques in which any significant input is not based on observable market data. |
At 31 December 2013, 2012 and 1 January 2012, the only financial instruments of the Company carried at fair value were available-for-sale financial assets. These instruments are measured at fair value on a recurring basis and their fair value measurements fall into Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy described above.
During the years ended 31 December 2013 and 2012, there were no transfers between Level 1 and Level 2, or transfers into or out of Level 3. The groups policy is to recognize transfers between levels of fair value hierarchy as at the end of the reporting period in which they occur.
(e) | Capital management |
The Boards policy is to maintain a strong capital base so as to maintain investor, creditor and market confidence and to sustain future development of the business. Capital consists of paid in capital and retained earnings.
There were no changes in the Groups approach to capital management during the year.
F-120
Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd.
Consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2013
Notes to the financial statements
26 | Operating leases |
(a) | Leases as lessee |
Non-cancellable operating lease rentals are payable as follows:
In thousands of RMB |
31 December 2013 |
31 December 2012 |
1 January 2012 |
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Within 1 year |
43,771 | 38,916 | 17,735 | |||||||||
After 1 year but within 5 years |
18,138 | 55,059 | 341 | |||||||||
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61,909 | 93,975 | 18,076 | ||||||||||
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(b) | Leases as lessor |
The Group leases out its part of machinery.
As at 31 December, the future minimum lease payments under non-cancellable leases are receivable as follows:
In thousands of RMB |
31 December 2013 |
31 December 2012 |
1 January 2012 |
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Within 1 year |
48,844 | | | |||||||||
After 1 year but within 5 years |
24,756 | | | |||||||||
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73,600 | | | ||||||||||
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|
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27 | Capital commitments |
Capital commitments outstanding not provided for in the financial statements:
In thousands of RMB |
31 December 2013 |
31 December 2012 |
1 January 2012 |
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Contracted for |
758,622 | 1,051,801 | 1,710,817 | |||||||||
Authorised but not contracted for* |
54,799 | 362,269 | 582,336 | |||||||||
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813,421 | 1,414,070 | 2,293,153 | ||||||||||
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* | The authorised but not contracted for capital commitment represented the research and development costs and construction costs for the factories in Changshu to be incurred. The Board of Directors has approved these commitments but the related written approval document is still under preparation. |
28 | Related parties |
(a) | Parent and ultimate controlling party |
As at 31 December 2013, 2012 and 1 January 2012, the Company was jointly-controlled by Wuhu Chery and Quantum (2007) LLC. Chery Automobile Co., Ltd. (Chery Auto) is the ultimate parent company of Wuhu Chery and Israel Corporation Ltd. is the ultimate parent company of Quantum (2007) LLC.
The following is a summary of principal related parties transactions carried out by the Group with the related parties for the year presented.
(b) | Transactions with key management personnel |
In thousands of RMB |
2013 | 2012 | ||||||
Salaries, benefit and contribution to the defined contribution retirement plan |
13,215 | 10,607 | ||||||
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F-121
Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd.
Consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2013
Notes to the financial statements
28 | Related parties (continued) |
(c) | Other related party transactions |
The Group entered into the following material related party transactions:
In thousands of RMB |
2013 | 2012 | ||||||
Rental expenses paid to Chery Autos subsidiary |
| 62 | ||||||
Service fee payable to Chery Auto |
12,863 | 3,385 | ||||||
Service fee payable to Shanghai SICAR Vehicle Technology Development Co., Ltd. (SICAR) |
13,395 | 17,490 | ||||||
Purchase from Chery Auto |
13,856 | 3,436 | ||||||
Travel expense paid on behalf of Chery Auto and SICAR |
| 334 | ||||||
Other expense charged to Israel Corporation Ltd. |
1,292 | 1,039 |
In addition to the above transactions, guarantees provided by Wuhu Chery and Israel Corporation Ltd. in respect of the consortium financing agreement were disclosed in Note 21.
The outstanding balances arising from the above transactions at the end of the reporting periods are as follows:
In thousands of RMB |
At 31 December 2013 |
At 31 December 2012 |
At 1 January 2012 |
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Amounts due from related parties |
||||||||||||
- other receivables from Chery Auto |
75 | | | |||||||||
- other receivables from Chery Autos subsidiary |
5 | 5 | 5 | |||||||||
- other receivables from Israel Corporation Ltd. |
1,245 | 1,791 | 752 | |||||||||
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1,325 | 1,796 | 757 | ||||||||||
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|
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- prepayments to Chery Auto |
1,675 | | | |||||||||
- prepayments to SICAR |
2,430 | | 1,559 | |||||||||
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4,105 | | 1,559 | ||||||||||
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5,430 | 1,796 | 2,316 | ||||||||||
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Amounts due to related parties |
||||||||||||
- payables to Chery Auto |
598 | 3,507 | | |||||||||
- payables to Chery Autos subsidiary |
| 24 | | |||||||||
- payables to SICAR |
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(d) | Relationship with the related parties under the transactions stated in 28(c) above |
Name of the entities |
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Wuhu Chery Car Rental Co., Ltd |
Chery Autos subsidiary | |
SICAR |
Joint venture invested by Chery Auto |
29 | Subsequent events |
Capital | injection |
The Companys Board of Directors resolved in October 2013 to increase the Companys registered capital from RMB 5,931,840 thousand to RMB 6,431,840 thousand. Capital of RMB 250,000 thousand was injected by Chery Auto on 17 January 2014 and USD 41,021 thousand was injected by Quantum (2007) LLC. on 13 January 2014 and 16 January 2014 respectively.
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Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd.
Consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2013
Notes to the financial statements
29 | Subsequent events (continued) |
Shareholders | loan |
In 2014, the Companys shareholders agreed to provide shareholders loan of RMB 1 billion in total and shareholders loan agreements were signed accordingly. Loans of RMB 500 million were drawn down from Wuhu Chery in May and June 2014. Loans of USD 81.2 million, equivalent to RMB 500 million were drawn down from Quantum (2007) LLC in June 2014.
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Index to Exhibits
Exhibit Number |
Description of Document | |
1.1* | Form of Kenon Holdings Ltd.s Memorandum and Articles of Association, to become effective immediately prior to the consummation of the spin-off | |
2.1* | Form of Specimen Share Certificate for Kenon Holdings Ltd.s Ordinary Shares | |
2.2* | Form of Registration Rights Agreements | |
4.1* | Separation and Distribution Agreement, dated as of , 2014, between Israel Corporation Ltd. and Kenon Holdings Ltd. | |
4.2* | Term Loan Agreement, dated as of , 2014, between Israel Corporation Ltd. and Kenon Holdings Ltd. | |
4.3 | English translation of Natural Gas Supply Agreement, dated as of January 2, 2006, as amended, among Kallpa Generación S.A., Pluspetrol Peru Corporation S.A., Pluspetrol Camisea S.A., Hunt Oil Company of Peru L.L.C. Sucursal del Peru, SK Corporation Sucursal Peruana, Sonatrach Peru Corporation S.A.C., Tecpetrol del Peru S.A.C. and Repsol Exploración Peru Sucursal del Peru | |
4.4 | English translation of Natural Gas Transportation Agreement, dated as of December 10, 2007, as amended, between Kallpa Generación S.A. and Transportadora de Gas del Peru S.A. | |
4.5 | Turnkey Engineering, Procurement and Construction Contract, dated as of November 4, 2011, among Cerro del Águila S.A., Astaldi S.p.A. and GyM S.A. | |
4.6 | English translation of Contract of Concession, dated October 23, 2010, as amended, between the Government of Peru and Kallpa Generación S.A., relating to the provision of electric energy services to the public | |
4.7** | Joint Venture Contract, dated as of February 16, 2007, as amended, between Wuhu Chery Automobile Investment Co., Ltd. and Quantum (2007) LLC | |
8.1 | List of significant subsidiaries of Kenon Holdings Ltd. | |
15.1* | Consent of Somekh Chaikin, a Member Firm of KPMG International, Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm of Kenon Holdings Ltd. | |
15.2* | Consent of KPMG Huazhen (Special General Partnership), independent auditor of Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd. | |
15.3* | Consent of Brightman Almagor Zohar & Co., a Member Firm of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu, independent auditor of Tower Semiconductor Ltd. | |
15.4* | Consent of ParenteBeard, independent auditor of Petrotec AG | |
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* | To be filed by amendment. |
** | Previously filed. |
| Portions of this exhibit have been omitted pursuant to a request for confidential treatment under Rule 24b-2 of the Exchange Act. Omitted information has been filed separately with the SEC. |
Exhibit 4.3
Notary:
Please enter in your registry of public deeds the Exclusive Contract to Supply Natural Gas entered into by PLUSPETROL PERU CORPORATION SA (Pluspetrol) with Taxpayer Identification N° 20304177552, domiciled at Av Republica de Panama N° 3055, Piso 7, San Isidro, Lima, duly represented by its General Manager, Mr. Norberto Mario Benito Rodriguez, identified with Alien Card N° 97139 according to Record 000002 of Certificate N° 11246333 Registry of Legal Entities of Lima; PLUSPETROL CAMISEA SA (Pluspetrol Camisea), with Taxpayer Identification N° 20510889135, domiciled at Av Republica de Panama N° 3055, Piso 7, San Isidro, Lima, duly represented by its General Manager, Mr. Norberto Mario Benito Rodriguez, identified with Alien Card N° 97139, pursuant to powers of attorney registered in Certificate N° 11776271 of the Registry of Legal Entities of Lima; HUNT OIL COMPANY OF PERU LLC, BRANCH OF PERU (Hunt), with Taxpayer Identification N° 20467685661, domiciled at Av Victor Andres Belaunde N° 147, Edificio Real 6, Oficina 503, San Isidro, duly represented by Barbara Cecilia Bruce Ventura, according powers of attorney registered in Record A00012 of Certificate N° 11123160 of the Registry of Legal Entities of Lima; SK CORPORATION, PERUVIAN BRANCH (5k) with Taxpayer Identification N° 20299935648, domiciled at Av Victor Andrés Belaúnde N° 147, Major Route 155, Oficina 1402, San Isidro, duly represented by its General Manager, Mr. Si-Jong Lim, identified. Alien Card N° 108882, according to Record A0008 of Certificate N° 02015544 of the Registry of Legal Entities of Lima; Sonatrach PERU CORPORATION S.A.C. (Sonatrach) with Taxpayer Identification N° 20506766762, domiciled at Av Victor Andrés Belaúnde N° 147, Via Principal N° 110, Torre Real 5, Oficina 802, San Isidro, duly represented by its General Manager, Mr. Mahtali Ketfi identified with Passport N° 4985843, pursuant to power granted by Boards session on November 12, 2005, TECPETROL DEL PERU SAC (Tecpetrol) with Taxpayer Identification N° 20499433698, domiciled at Av Canaval and Moreyra N° 340, Piso 6, San Isidro, duly represented by Sergio Fernando Pesavento, identified with Alien Card N° 30000 and Fernando Estrada; identified with Alien Card N° 08227090, both with powers registered on Certificate N° 11227091 of the Registry of Legal Entities of Lima and REPSOL EXPLORATION PERU PERUVIAN BRANCH (Repsol) with Taxpayer Identification N° 2025826272 domiciled at Av Victor Andres Belaunde N° 147, Via Principal N° 140, Oficina 301, Edificio Real 6, Centro Empresarial Real, San Isidro, duly represented by its General Manager, Mr. Gabriel Loret, identified with Alien Card N° 53786 pursuanto to Record A00037 of Certificate N° 00306614 of the Registry of Legal Entities of Lima; who together are referred to Producers; and the other party GLOBELEQ PERU SA, with Taxpayer Identification N° 20510992904, domiciled at Av Victor Andrés Belaunde N° 147, Via Principal N° 140, Edificio Real Seis, Piso 6, Centro Empresarial Real, San Isidro, duly represented by Mr. Javier Garcia Burgos Benfield, identified with ID N° 07258488, authorized pursuant to Record 11767759 if the Registry of Legal Entities of Lima, hereinafter referred to as the Client, under the following terms and conditions:
BACKGROUND
Pluspetrol Pluspetrol Camisea, Hunt, SK, Sonatrach, Repsol Tecpetrol and are partners in different proportions, one hundred percent (100%) interest in the License Contract dated December 9, 2000, concluded between the Producers and Perupetro S.A. for the exploitation of hydrocarbons in Block 88 current participation of producers (the Participation Interest) in the said License Contract is as follows:
Pluspetrol |
2.2 | % | ||
Pluspetrol Camisea |
25.0 | % | ||
Hunt |
25.2 | % | ||
SK |
17.6 | % | ||
Sonatrach |
10.0 | % | ||
Tecpetrol |
10.0 | % | ||
Repsol |
10.0 | % |
Under the aforementioned stakeholding, the responsibilities provided for in this Contract are Joint. Likewise, the rights set forth in this Contract in favor of Producers shall be exercised by each one of them pursuant to such a stakeholding, unless this Contract expressly indicates otherwise.
CLAUSE ONE: DEFINITIONS
The following terms used herein include:
1.1 Contract Year: The period begins at six hours (06:00 hours) on the first day of the calendar year and ends at six hours (06:00 hours) on the first day of the next calendar year. The first Contract Year shall begin at six hours (06:00 hours) on the date the Supply starts, as defined in Paragraph 3.1. of the Third Clause and shall end at six hours (06:00 hours) on the first day of the next calendar year. Similarly, the last Contract Year shall end at six (6:00 hours) of the Completion Date according to Paragraph 1.21.
1.2 BTU: Stands for British Thermal Unit, heat unit in the English Measurement System and equals 0.251996 kcal.
1.3 Deliver or Pay Amount (CDOP): The minimum gas amount Producers must supply to the Client in accordance with the provisions of Clause Seven.
1.4 Contractual Daily Allowance (CDC): The daily amount of gas contracted by the Client and that is indicated on Appendix 1.
1.5 Maximum Daily Amount (CDM): Amount of gas that, at most, can be designated by the Client every Day. CDM is contained in Appendix 1 of this Contract, and may be increased or decreased by mutual agreement between the Parties. CDM may not exceed the consumption required by the Client for maximum power generation with Natural Gas as fuel.
1.6 Deferred Amount: Amount of paid Gas and not taken by the Client under the provisions of Clause 5.2.
1.7 Take or Pay Amount (CTOP): Minimum amount the Client must pay Producers in accordance with the provisions of Clause Five.
1.8 Fortuitous Event or Force Majeure: Meaning and scope set out in Clause Five
1.9 Clause: Each of the clauses of this contract.
1.10 Operating Committee: Group of higher technical level, be responsible for coordinating all matters relating to the gas supply system. It will be formed and will operate under the current legislation, otherwise, pursuant to the best practices of the Gas industry.
1.11 Duly Dated Notice: Any communication sent between the Parties to the addresses specified in Clause Twenty whose content and reception may be reliably tested i.e. notarized letter or other type of notice providing similar guarantees.
1.12 Base Conditions: Are understood as such at the temperature of 15 °C, measured with mercury thermometer at a pressure of 1,013 bar or 760 mm of mercury column, measured with Fortin type barometer and corrected at 0 °C with an acceleration value of normal gravity. All measurements stated in the Contract shall be expressed in Base Conditions unless others are specifically indicated.
1.13 Contract: Means this gas supply contract and all its Appendixes, as well as future amendments and / or additional clauses included thereto by the Parties prior Contract.
1.14 Day or Days: Unless otherwise expressly stated, they are calendar days consisting of periods of twenty-four (24) consecutive hours beginning at six hours (06:00 hours) of one day and ending at six hours (06:00 hours) of the next day.
1.15 Effective Supply Days: Is equal to the number of days of a contract month, excluding the days on which the producers could not deliver the entire CDOP to the Client.
1.16 Distributor: Is the company who has been granted the concession to distribute Camisea gas in Lima and Callao.
1.17 Dollar: Means the lawful currency of the United States of America.
1.18 Measurement Equipment: Cover all the facilities of the Producers who quantify and record volumes, pressures, temperatures, specific gravity, calorific value and gas composition subject to this Contract.
1.19 Start date of Gas Supply: Date on which the Client makes the first nomination.
1.20 Signature Date: Date on which the parties sign the contract.
1.21 Completion Date: The contract shall end ten (10) years from the Start Date of Gas Supply if the contract is not extended or when their respective extensions end.
1.22 Gas: Natural gas that is the subject matter of this Contract. It consists of the mixture of hydrocarbons in gaseous state made mainly of methane.
1.23 Plant Facilities: All equipment, machinery and facilities necessary to be built and / or installed by the Client at the plant so it can receive the Gas Producers undertake to supply under this Contract.
1.24 Kcal: abbreviation for kilocalorie, which is the heat unit defined in the Metric system and is equivalent to 3.96832 BTU.
1.25 Contract Month: period beginning at six hours (06:00 hours) the first day of the calendar month and ending at six hours on the first day of the following calendar month (06:00 hours). The first contract month shall start at six hours (06:00 hours) of the Start Date of Gas Supply and ends at six hours (06:00 hours.) on the first day of the following calendar month. The last contract month concluded at six hours (06:00 hours) on the Completion Date.
1.26 Cubic Meter (m3): The amount of gas, free of water vapor that, under the basic conditions, occupies the volume of one cubic meter. One (1) MMmcd equals one (1) million Cubic Meters per Day. One (1) Mmcd equals one (1) thousand cubic meters per day.
1.27 Nomination: is the daily communication of the Client to Producers, requiring the Gas amount that shall be provided daily at the reception point, in accordance with the Natural Gas Transport Service Standards by pipelines and the Natural Gas Dispatch Standards issued to that effect.
1.28: Paragraph: Is each one of the paragraphs of the Clause of this Contract.
1.29: Party: Either the Producers or the Client, individually. Parties: the Producers and the Client, together.
1.30 Plant: Plant or plants property of the Client, destination of the Gas under this Contract and whose location or locations are detailed in Appendix 1.
1.31 Deferred Amounts Recovery Period (PRCD): Period of six (6) months following the Contract Month where the Client pays any Deferred Amount as stipulated in Clause Five.
1.32 Carry Forward Period: Period of six (6) months following the Contract Month where consumption exceeding CTOP takes place and that are paid.
1.33 Gross or higher heat power: The total amount of heat produced by combustion at constant pressure, from a dry gas mass occupying a one cubic meter volume, in moisture-saturated air at a temperature of fifteen degrees Celsius (15 ° C) for both and an absolute pressure of seven hundred and sixty millimeters (760 mm) of mercury column corrected at zero degrees (0 °C), with condensation of combustion water vapor, converted into a dry basis. Its measurement unit is kcal/m3.
1.34 Gas Price: Result of the calculation specified in Appendix 11 of this Contract and shall be expressed in U.S. $ / MMBTU (dollars per million BTU).
1.35 Base Price: Price defined in Appendix 11.
1.36 Reception Point: The one defined as the Natural Gas Transport Concession Contract signed by Peruvian Government and the Carrier. It is located where the Transportation System starts and is the point at which Producers supply the Client with gas i.e. at the liquid separation plant of Malvinas, Unit MAU 5700.
1.37 Transmission System: Set of movable goods or real state and in general all pipes, works, equipment and facilities required to transport gas and that are used by the Licensee under the concession terms contract referred to in Paragraph 1.39.
1.38 Default: active Rate in Foreign Currency (TAMEX) published by the Superintendency of Banking, Insurance and Pension Fund Private Administrators on the date the respective payment was made, without ever exceeding the maximum rate allowed by the applicable law for transactions between third parties to the financial system.
1.39 Carrier: Carrier of Gas del Peru SA or its successor. A company who has been granted the concession to transport gas and who has signed a gas Transport Service Contract with the Client.
1.40 Camisea Sites: Fields located in Block 88 located in the Ucayali basin.
CLAUSE TWO: OBJECTIVE
2.1. The purpose of this contract is for the Producers to provide the Client with Gas from the Camisea Site in order to be used at the Clients Plant(s).
2.2 This Contract shall be governed by the exclusivity provided for in Article 1616 of the Civil Code, considering the provisions of Paragraph 4.3.
2.3 Gas may only be used by the Client for use at his/her Plant(s). The Client may not sell, transfer or perform any act involving the direct use of gas for the benefit of third parties.
CLAUSE THREE: VALIDITY AND DURATION
3.1 The Contract shall enter into effect on the first Nomination by the Client in accordance with the terms of this Contract, and its duration shall be extended until the Completion Date as provided in Paragraph 1.21. If Client fails to make the first Nomination within the first twenty-four (24) months counted from the subscription date, Producers shall be entitled to unilaterally terminate this Contract without any responsibility generated for either Party, including, if applicable, compensation payment. If in twelve (12) months following the expiration of the indicated period, Producers have not terminated the Contract and only if the Client has not imported into Peru the main equipment that make up the First Gas Turbine, the Contract may be terminated unilaterally and without further formality by either Party without generating any liability or obligation to pay compensation.
3.2 The term of this Contract shall be extended after the period stated in Paragraph 3.1. shall be extended automatically in equal and successive periods of one (1) year each, unless either party notifies the other in writing of its contrary decision at least six (6) months prior to the respective expiry date.
3.3 The Client shall have the right to request Clauses Five, Six and Seven to be suspended for a maximum period of six (6) Contract Months counting from the first Nomination corresponding to the First Gas Turbine to be installed at the Plant. Furthermore, the Client shall have the right to request the same Clauses to be suspended, exclusively for the use of gas for the Second Gas Turbine for a maximum period of six (6) months counting from Contract first Nomination considering Gas for the use of such a turbine.
Any of these notifications shall be effective from the date on which they are received, provided they are within the respective period of six (6) months. Additionally, every six (6) Contract Months this Paragraph refers to, may be extended six (6) additional Contract Months in case any of the Gas Turbines, respectively, has a serious and duly accredited technical problem.
3.4 Within eighteen (18) months of the first Nomination corresponding to the First Gas Turbine and provided that the Client has submitted the generation authorization to Producers, issued by the Energy and Mines Ministry, to install the Second Gas Turbine, the Client may notify Producers the 100 % increase of CDC and CDM, provided in Appendix 1, corresponding to supply for the Second Gas Turbine. The increase will take place the day after Producers receive the respective Duly Dated Notice. Besides, a 100% increase of the CDC and CDM will operate automatically:
i) At the end of the aforementioned period of 18 months
ii) With the first nomination for the Second Gas Turbine, whichever happens last.
Notwithstanding the provisions in this Paragraph, if twelve (12) months after the date on which the CDC and CDM amounts increase, the Client has not commissioned the Second Gas Turbine, Producers may be entitled to reduce the CDM to the amount prior to the increase.
3.5 Up to ten (10) days before the end of the deadline referred to in Paragraph 3.3 for First Gas Turbine to be installed at the Plant, the Client may make a CDC adjustment, increased in accordance with Paragraph 3.3., in approximately twenty percent (20%) thereof, automatically adapting the Contractual conditions pursuant to such an amendment,
CLAUSE FOUR: SUPPLY
4.1 Subject to the conditions specified in Clauses Five, Six and Seven and other contractual requirements, Producers will provide the Client with Gas and the Client shall pay Producers established in Clause Thirteen.
4.2 Producers undertake to supply to the Client, at the Reception Point, the nominated amount for each day until CDM. Regardless of the agreed CDM, the nomination may not exceed the amount of gas required for maximum generation for the current day. Amounts higher than CDM and requested by the Client shall have the Producers express permission.
4.3 The Client undertakes to acquire Producers Gas exclusively for both the First Gas Turbine and the Second Gas Turbine any time they are installed during the Contract term, up to CDM, except when Producers do not comply with the contracted supply.
4.4 In the case set forth in paragraph a) of the Sixth Supplementary Provisions of the General Conditions to assign the Pipeline Natural Gas Transport Capacity, approved by Supreme Decree N° 016-2004-EM, the Client shall have the option to modify his/her CDC up to a value not less than 70% of its CDM, automatically modifying the A discount factor specified in Appendix II of the Contract (Factor A), to adapt to the new CDC. This option must be exercised by the Client within fifteen (15) days following the notice by the Carrier. This amendment becomes effective on the first business day of the following Contract Month on which the option request shall be submitted.
If the Client does not exercise the option above, the Producers shall proceed to unilaterally reduce the CDM down to the volume contracted for the Transport Firm Service, where such a reduction applicable from the Contract Month following the expiration of the contract term of the aforementioned option.
4.5 In the first fifteen (15) days of each Contract Year, regardless of the first Contract Year, and only once in that year, the Client may increase or decrease the CDC fixed in Appendix I of this Contract on the date of subscription or, if applicable, on the date of the adjustments referred to in Paragraph 3.4. Case of reduction, it can only be executed for a maximum of ten percent (10%) of CDC specified in Appendix 1 or the one determined in accordance
with Paragraph 3.4, regardless of the CDC changes that may occur at the beginning of each Contract Year. Any CDC adjustment exceeding the percentage set out in this Paragraph or exceeding the CDM, shall be made with the Producers prior approval in writing.
4.6 Manufacturers may discontinue the gas supply and when necessary, they can conduct extension works or scheduled maintenance, according but not limited to the conditions the Operating Committee provides for this purpose, without the obligation to pay compensation to the Client, referred to in Paragraph 7.2, up to a maximum of twenty (20) days within a Contract Year. In this case, Clause Five, Six and Seven and the exclusivity referred to Paragraphs 2.2. and 4.3, if there is another gas producer, shall be suspended during the maintenance period. If the aforementioned term exceeds the supply interruption, for the excess period, Paragraph 7.2 shall apply. Producers must coordinate with the Client the right moment to both parties in order to perform the scheduled interruption, with no less anticipation than one (1) month, indicating the time of supply interruption.
Similarly, the Client may terminate his/her use of Gas when i) it is necessary to carry out extension or scheduled maintenance works, or ii) when the Carrier or the Distributor, as applicable, must perform maintenance under the provisions of the respective BOOT Contracts such as the Natural Gas Pipe Transport Contract from Camisea to City Gate and the Pipe Network Natural Gas Distribution Contract, respectively, or in applicable standards, affecting the gas supply to the Plant.
In the cases mentioned in the preceding paragraph, the conditions contained in Clauses Five, Six, and Seven shall be suspended during the works execution period, provided that such a period does not exceeding forty-five (45) calendar days in a Contract Year for the case of the maintenance of the Carrier or Distributor, as applicable. If the Client discontinues its use for a period over twenty (20) calendar days in a Contract Year, provisions of Clauses the Five, Six and Seven shall apply.
The Client shall coordinate with Producers the best time for both parties in order to perform any unscheduled interruption, with anticipation no less than one (1) month, indicating the time of consumption interruption.
4.7 If the Producers interrupt the Gas supply due to unscheduled maintenance works, due to causes unrelated to Force Majeure of Fortuitous Event, hereinafter Unscheduled Maintenance), the Client shall pay the Client the compensation referred to in Paragraph 7.2. In this case, Clauses Five and Six and the exclusivity referred to Paragraphs 2.2. and 4.3, if there is another gas producer able to effectively supply the Client, he/she shall be suspended during the Unscheduled Maintenance term.
4.8 Notwithstanding the provisions of this Contract, gas supply interruptions shall be governed by the complementary provisions that, for that purpose, are contained in the Natural Gas Dispatch Provisions once such provisions are approved.
CLAUSE FIVE: TAKE OR PAY
5.1 In accordance with the terms and conditions of this Contract and unless a Force Majeure or Fortuitous Event takes place, the Client shall take the Gas at the Reception Point in accordance with the terms set forth in this Clause.
5.2 if for reasons attributable to the Client, he/she does not take, in any Contract Month at least, a hundred (100%) of the CDC for the Effective Supply Days in the respective Contract Month )hereinafter CTOP), shall pay the Producers for the missing gas amounts up to completion of CTOP of that Contract Month (Differed Amounts).
5.3 What is established in this Clause shall be the only compensation for Producers, if the Client fails to take the CTOP. Consequently, the Client shall not the responsible before Producers for direct, indirect or subsequent damage arising from the incompliance with his/her obligation of taking the hired gas.
5.4 Pursuant to this Clause, the Client shall be entitled to recover the Different Amounts within PRCD, referred in Paragraph 5.2, following the chronological order in which they were produced. This recovery shall be conducted with the gas amounts taken in excess to CTOP, which cannot exceed CDM unless expressly authorized by Producers. If when this contract expires, there are remaining Differed Amounts pending to be recovered, the Client may recover the amounts corresponding to such expiration, within a maximum period of six (6) months.
5.5 besides PRCD, the Client, for operative reasons, may be entitled to a number of additional Contract Month pursuant to Appendix IV of this Contract.
CLAUSE SIX: CARRY FORWARD
6.1 The Gas Amounts taken in excess from CTOP in a Contract Month and that shall be deducted within the Carry Forward Period and in the chronological order in which they were generated, of CTOP in order to apply Paragraphs 5.2 and 5.4.
6.2 In addition to the Contract Months defined in Paragraph 1.32, the Client, due to operational reasons, shall be entitled to a number of additional Contract Months in accordance with the specifications in Appendix IV of this Contract.
CLAUSE SEVEN: DELIVER OR PAY
7.1 According to the terms and conditions of this Contract, and unless Fortuitous Event or Force Majeure event takes place, Producers shall provide the Client with Gas at the Reception Point, in accordance with the terms set out in this Clause.
7.2 If for reasons other than Force Majeure or Fortuitous Event, Producers do not supply the Client at the Reception Point, one hundred percent (100%) of the amount nominated for that day in accordance with the Contract terms, hereinafter CDOP (Pay or Deliver Amount), Producers Client shall the Client one hundred percent (100%) of the price multiplied by the Gas amount Producers did not supply to the Client below the said CDOP, plus the cost of gas transport services, if due to this lack of supply, the Client has incurred a false transportation cost. This penalty shall not operate in the case of Producers, despite what was set forth in Paragraph 7.2 for a given Contract Day, manage to provide the Client with Gas, pursuant to the provisions of Paragraph 8.2, without the Client having reductions in the gas supply at his/her Plant regarding the nominated volumes for that same Day.
7.3 The provisions of this Section shall be the only compensation for the Client if Producers fail to comply with their obligation to provide the Client with CDOP. Consequently, Producers shall not be liable before the Client for other direct, indirect or subsequent damages arising from non-compliance with their obligation to supply the hired Gas. In this regard, the Client waives to claim, in court or out of court or through arbitration process, the payment of any compensation for the concepts outlined above or otherwise, arising from the Producers failure to supply the Client with CDOP for the corresponding Day.
CLAUSE EIGHT: NOMINATIONS
8.1 The Client shall nominate the Gas daily quantities up to twelve hours (12:00 hours) of the day immediately preceding the one on which gas volumes must be supplied by Producers at the Reception Point. Also, Producers must confirm these amounts before fourteen hours (14:00 hours) of the day on which the Client designates the daily gas amounts. This activity must be conducted for every day of the year from the Gas Supply starts for the First Gas Turbine. If the Client does not perform the aforementioned designation for a particular day, it means that he/she is designating for that Day the amount designated the previous Day, or the last amount designated by the Client. If Producers do not confirm the designation conducted by the Client, it shall be deemed confirmed.
8.2 If Producers agree an operating balance with the Carrier, they shall implement an account to inject gas into the Carriers pipeline, from which producers may delivery Gas to the Client, prior authorization to the Carrier. The responsibility for obtaining the Carriers authorization and coordination therewith shall be assumed by the Producers.
8.3 The Producers Contract Day shall never undertake to deliver or the Client to take Gas volumes exceeding CDM.
CLAUSE NINE: FACILITIES AND RECEPTION POINT
9.1 The Gas shall supplied to the Client by the Producers at the Reception Point.
9.2 producers may modify the Reception Point, as long as this does not affect the Gas supply to the Client at his/her Plant. Costs originated by the change shall be borne by Producers.
9.3 Producers shall keep a record for gas measurements and amounts at the Reception Point, in order to prepare and issue invoicing as provided in the Clause 14. This register shall contain remarks by the Carrier.
CLAUSE TEN: PROPERTY TRANSFER AND RISK
10.1 Transfer of Gas ownership and of all risk corresponding to ownership and handling risk shall go to the Client once the gas has been supplied at the Reception Point.
10.2 The Client shall have firm and / or interruptible Gas transport service contracts to enable it to have sufficient capacity to transport Gas, and where the responsibility shall be established for the parties involved in Gas transport, for which the Client is exclusively responsible.
CLAUSE ELEVEN: MEASUREMENTS
11.1 The amount and heat content of the supplied Gas shall be determined at the Reception Point, using the Producers Measurement Equipment, and complying with the provisions of Paragraph 9.3.
11.2 The Producers shall install, operate and maintain at their sole expense, or shall have it installed, operated and maintained by any third party at their expense and under their responsibility, at the Reception Point, their Measurement Equipment, equipped and operated as required by the relevant standards. Producers recognize the Clients rights of inspection, verification and participation in the adjustments and audit of the Measurement Equipment operated by Producers, rights that if exercised by the Client must be exercised frequently and through reasonable notice and without interrupting or interfering unnecessarily in the Producers activities related to the Contract.
11.3 The price, consumed quantities, invoicing and CDC, CDM, CTOP and CDOP shall be adjusted in energy units (MMBTU). Measurement Equipment installed shall enable this calculation.
CLAUSE TWELVE: QUALITY
12.1 Producers are responsible for the quality of the Gas supplied to the Client, which shall be measured at the Reception Point, previously extracting hydrocarbons, provided it does not affect the supply subject matter of this contract, maintaining the quality of the supplied gas within the limits set out in Appendix 111 of the Contract.
12.2 The Producer shall notify the Client when the gas is outside the specifications defined in Appendix 111 of the Contract. The Client shall have the option to accept any amount of gas that is outside these specifications. In this case, there shall be no right to any subsequent claim. In any event, the Parties shall comply with the safety standards set forth in the relevant legislation.
12.3 If the Client does not accept quantities of Gas that do not adjust to the specifications in Appendix 111 of the Contract, they shall be deemed that they were not supplied to the Client and shall apply the provisions of Paragraph 7.2 of the Contract. In this case, to establish the compensation by Producers the Nominated amount that was not supplied to the Client shall be taken into account. Additionally, if all the Gas supplied is outside the specifications in Appendix 111, and the terms and conditions stipulated in Paragraph 16.2, the Client may choose to apply the provisions of Paragraph 16.2.
CLAUSE THIRTEEN: PRICE
13.1 Gas Price, subject matter of this Contract, shall be determined at the Reception Point and shall be expressed in U.S. $ / MMBTU (Dollars per million BTU).
a. The price shall be obtained by multiplying the Base Price by factors A and B, all specified in Appendix II.
b. The Base Price shall be adjusted in accordance with the adjustment formula set out in Appendix II.
13.2 The price does not include tax, created or to be created, which can be transferred to the Client under the applicable rules, which must be added to the invoicing.
CLAUSE FOURTEEN: INVOICING AND PAYMENT
The amounts of Gas purchased by the Client shall be measured by its heat content (BTU), based on the Gross Heat power, later invoiced in Dollars. Invoicing shall be done on the basis of measurements conducted at the Reception Point and shall be certified by the Carrier.
14.2 Invoicing will be done monthly. Within ten (10) days immediately following the last day of each Contract Month, Producers shall invoice the Client for the amounts of Gas supplied in that month and the amount corresponding to CTOP, if any, also considering the provisions of Clause Five and Six. Invoices shall be paid by the Client, without retentions or deductions except as indicated in Paragraph 14.7, in bank accounts designated by Producers in writing no later than one business day prior to the respective due date, which shall be paid ten (10) days immediately after the Client receives the relevant invoice.
The corresponding compensation or penalties in the Clients favor pursuant to the Contract shall be credited using the appropriate accounting documentation and shall be paid to the Client within ten (10) days following the month in which the Clients right was generated to receive such payment under the Contract.
14.3 The Producers shall invoice only one per month. The invoice shall include Gas supplies conducted in the corresponding period, detailing Gas volumes, heat content, unit price, discounts and total amount. If the client requires additional information regarding invoicing and/or measurement, it shall be provided by Producers within a period not exceeding five (5) business days.
14.4 The amounts expressed in U.S. Dollars shall be paid in that currency.
14.5 Non-payment of the invoice shall carry interest on the default rate on any amount due and not paid on time, during the default days, and the Client shall be deemed in default without further formality from the day following the expiration of the payment deadline stipulated in Paragraph 14.2, with no need for court or out-of-court notices. This is applicable to the payment of any amount the Producers owe the Client.
14.6 Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 14.5, if the Client fails to pay two (2) invoices, Producers, prior Certain Date requiring payment within five (5) days may, if non-compliance continues, interrupt the gas supply until the Client fully pays all amounts due, plus the corresponding interests.
14.7 If there are disagreements on any invoice, the Client may submit the corresponding claim in writing and shall timely pay the amount that is not subject to controversy, according to provisions of Paragraph 14.2.
14.8 If upon expiration of the payment deadline of any invoice, the Client has not filed any claim, he shall fully pay the corresponding amount, notwithstanding the subsequent exercise of his/her right to file a claim.
14.9 If as a result of the claim referred to Paragraphs 14.7 and 14.8 there is no agreement between the Parties, they may submit the dispute to arbitration as set forth in Clause 17.
14.10 If the claim was resolved with an unfavorable ruling against the Client, it shall pay the amount claimed and unpaid plus interest at the Default Rate established in Paragraph 14.5, considering the application of the Default Rate from the date on which the claimed amount had to be paid. Otherwise, Producers shall return to the Client any amount paid whose claim is resolved in favor of Client. It will include interests applied to Default Rate under Paragraph 14.5 calculated from the date on which the Client made such a payment to Producers.
CLAUSE FIVE: FORTUITOUS EVENT OR FORCE MAJEURE
15.1 Neither Party shall be liable for non-performance of an obligation or partial, late or defective non-performance during the term where the liable Party is affected by Fortuitous Event or Force Majeure (terms defined hereinafter).
15.2 For the purposes of this Contract, the terms Fortuitous Event and Force Majeure shall mean an unforeseeable event, condition or circumstances beyond the reasonable control of the alleging Party, which, despite its reasonable efforts to prevent or mitigate its effects, cannot prevent the non-implementation or partial, late or defective compliance of any obligation under this Contract, including but not limited to the following:
a. Any act of foreign war (declared or undeclared), invasion, armed conflict, blockage, seizure, revolution, riot, insurrection, civil commotion or acts of terrorism, provided they directly affect, totally or partially, Producers or Clients facilities and prevent the gas supply in at the Plant.
b. Any stoppage or labor strike (declared or not legal or legitimate), as long as it affects the supply or use of gas related to the alleging party.
c. Any earthquake, flood, storm, hurricane, tornado, thunderstorm, fire, explosion or similar event, provided it directly affects, totally or partially, Producers or Clients facilities and prevent gas supply at the Plant.
d. Force Majeure declared by the Carrier, which may comprise the Gas or natural Gas Pipeline Transport System, and/or premises of the natural gas pipeline distribution in Lima and Callao, from the time of occurrence, as long as it affects the regular gas supply to the Client or prevents Producers from complying with their obligations to supply gas under this Contract, as applicable.
e. The technical impossibility of gas transport by the Carrier, duly declared by the MEM or OSINERG, as applicable, as long as it affects regular gas supply to the Client.
15.3 The occurrence and continuity of any event constituting Force Majeure or Fortuitous Event shall not relieve the Parties from complying with his/her obligations that are not partly or wholly affected and suspended due to such events. In this scenario, the affected obligations shall be suspended for the duration of the event of Force Majeure or Fortuitous Event and the Contract Term shall be extended for a period equal to the duration of its effects, if agreed by the Parties.
15.4 The Party invoking the event of Fortuitous Event or Force Majeure shall notify the other Party about:
a. | The facts constituting Fortuitous Event or Force Majeure event, within two (2) business days of the occurrence or awareness thereof, as applicable; and |
b. | The estimated period of total or partial restriction of their activities and the expected impact degree. Additionally, one Party shall keep the other Party informed on the development of such events and the mitigation measures. |
15.5 The Party claiming the Fortuitous Event or Force Majeure shall resume compliance with obligations under this Contract subject matter of this Contract in the shortest time possible. Besides, this Party shall make reasonable efforts to mitigate the potential damage that the existence and continuance of an event of Force Majeure or Fortuitous Event could cause to the other Party and meet his/her obligations that are not affected thereby.
15.6 If the execution of the obligations is suspended, affected by Fortuitous Event or Force Majeure for more than three (3) consecutive Contract Months, the Party whose obligations are not affected by these Fortuitous Event or Force Majeure may terminate the Contract after that period, without the termination leading to any binding responsibility.
15.7 In the event that either Party disagrees with the assessment of the event as an Fortuitous Event or Force Majeure, Clause Seventeen shall be applicable: Controversy Settlement.
15.8 When the consequences of the alleged Fortuitous Event or Force Majeure event disappear or are overcome, the Parties shall restart full compliance with their contractual obligations as soon as possible without any right in favor of any Party to demand benefits or claim compensation for the inactivity period.
15.9 Force Majeure may not be claimed in order to justify the non-payment of monetary sums.
CLAUSE SIXTEEN: CONTRACT TERMINATION
16.1 Notwithstanding Clause Fourteen, payment in arrears of three (3) consecutive invoices, or six (6) accumulated invoices during one (1) year shall entitle the Producers to unilaterally terminate the Contract prior notice to the other Party through Duly Dated Notice, which requires the Party to comply with their obligations within fifteen (15) days. If the breach is not corrected within this period, termination will take place without further formality.
16.2 In addition, if the producers fail in their obligation to deliver Gas for reasons other than an Fortuitous Event or Force Majeure event for ninety (90) consecutive or alternate days, within one (1) year period, the Client may terminate the Contract without further formality, prior notice to the other Party through Duly Dated Notice. This shall not limit court and non-court legal actions the Client may undertake to recover the damage. The same principle applies if the supplied Gas does not meet the quality specified in this Contract for reasons that are unreasonable or attributable to the Producers.
16.3 The Producer may terminate this Contract if the generation authorization granted to the Client by the Energy and Mines Ministry for their generation activities related to this Contract shall terminate. In this case, Contract termination shall not result in any compensation claim by the Client.
16.4 The resolution also operates in other cases expressly provided for in the Contract.
CLAUSE SEVENTEEN: APPLICABLE LAW, DISPUTE SETTLEMENT
17.1 This Contract shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Peru.
17.2 The Parties shall settle by direct negotiation and in good faith, through mutual consultation, any dispute that may arise because of the execution, interpretation or performance of this Contract, including its nullity or invalidity, and shall try to reach a satisfactory agreement on such Controversies within a maximum period of thirty (30) days counted from the date on which either Party notifies the other in writing about the existence of the dispute (the Direct Negotiation Deadline). Such a notice shall describe the existing dispute. In order to avoid any doubt, it is agreed that at this stage of direct negotiation, the Parties shall be represented by attorneys with sufficient power to reach an agreement on the existence controversy.
17.3 In the event that the Parties, within the Direct Negotiation Deadline, do not reach an agreement, the dispute shall be defined as a technical or non-technical dispute, as applicable. Technical controversies (each a Technical Controversy) shall be resolved in accordance with the provisions of Paragraph 17.4. The non-technical controversies (each a Non-Technical Controversy) shall be settled as provided in Paragraph 17.5. If the Parties fail to reach an agreement whether a controversy is a Technical or Non-Technical within ten (10) days after the expiration of the Direct Negotiation Deadline, such dispute shall be deemed a Non-Technical Controversy.
17.4 Expert
(a) Choice of Expert. Each and every one of Technical Controversies that cannot be directly resolved by the Parties within the time stipulated in Paragraph 17.2 above and any extension thereof shall be submitted to the final and unappeasable decision of an expert (the Expert) appointed by the Parties by mutually agreement within five (5) days after the determination of a Technical Controversy. If the Parties do not agree on the appointment of the Expert, then the Expert shall be appointed by the International Chamber of Commerce in a period not exceeding ten (10) days receiving the request of either Party, once the period to choose one by mutual agreement has expired. The expert must be a domestic expert or foreign expert with broad experience in the controversy matter, who shall not have a conflict of interest with any of the Parties at the time and after his appointment as such until the end of his assigned work.
(b) Experts Decision. The Expert shall (i) fix an address and a date to receive information from the Parties regarding the Technical Controversy; (ii) may only make a decision on the matters under assessment, pursuant to Clause Seventeen; and (iii) the Expert shall issue his/her decision on the Technical Controversy within thirty (30) days of his/her appointment. The procedure to resolve a Technical Controversy shall take place in Lima City, Peru, except for the evidence proceedings the Expert deems necessary to conduct elsewhere.
(c) Confidentiality. The Expert shall keep and maintain absolute confidentiality of all information he/she knows due to his/her involvement in the resolution of a Technical Controversy.
(d) Costs and Expenses. Costs and expenses related to the hiring of the Expert and his/her resolution of Technical Controversy shall be proportionally borne by the Parties.
17.5 Arbitration
(a) Non-Technical Controversies. Non-technical controversies shall be settled by arbitration, through a procedure conducted in accordance with Law 26572, General Arbitration Law and the of International Chamber of Commerce Rules, regulations the Parties are unconditionally subject to. The arbitration shall take place in the city of Lima, Peru and shall be conducted in Spanish. The arbitration award shall be given within sixty (60) calendar days following the date on which the Arbitration Tribunal was set up.
(b) Number and choice of arbitrators. The Arbitration Tribunal shall consist of three (3) members. Each Party shall appoint one arbitrator and the third shall be appointed by agreement of the two arbitrators appointed by the Parties, who in turn shall serve as Chairman of the Arbitration Tribunal. If the two arbitrators fail to reach an agreement on appointing a third arbitrator within ten (10) days from the date the second arbitrator was appointed, the third arbitrator shall be appointed by the International Chamber of Commerce at the request of either Party. If a Party does not appoint its corresponding arbitrator within ten (10) days from the date the other Partys appointment request was received, it shall be deemed to have waived its right and the arbitrator shall be appointed by the International Chamber of Commerce at the other Partys request.
17.6 The Parties agree that the final decision of both the Expert and the award issued by the Arbitration Tribunal shall be the last resort and shall be subsequently final and without appeal, as applicable. The Parties waive, expressly and to the extent allowed by the applicable laws, the right to appeal or file any contesting appeal (except for clarification before the Arbitral Tribunal or the Expert) against the final decision or award before the Peruvian or foreign judges and courts.
17.7 While there is a pending outcome of any proceeding is pending before the Arbitration Tribunal or expert in accordance with Clause Seventeen, the Parties undertake to continue to perform their respective contractual obligations.
17.8 Each Party agrees to execute without delay the provisions of any final decision by the Expert or the contents in the arbitration award.
17.9 Except as otherwise expressly provided in this Contract, the Parties agree that the arbitration under Clause Seventeen is the only method to resolve any Dispute or Technical Non-Technical Controversy, as applicable, that may arise between them, and they will not initiate any legal action or proceedings or of any other nature based on the existence of a dispute between the Parties, except to give an Experts final decision or arbitration award pursuant to Clause Seventeen or to force the other party to participate in an arbitration at law process pursuant to Clause Seventeen.
17.10 If applicable, for any intervention of regular judges and courts within the laws applicable to the arbitration process, the Parties are expressly subject to the judges and courts of the Lima-Cercado Judicial District, waiving the jurisdiction of their domiciles.
CLAUSE EIGHTEEN: PERFORMANCE BOND
18.1 During the term of this Contract, the Client shall:
(i) Maintain a risk classification (Risk Classification) (1) for unsecured long-term senior debt security, granted by a risk rating agency, not below category A; or (ii) for common shares, issued by a local risk rating agency, not below the 2nd category, otherwise,
(ii) Thirty (30) days before the supply starts, the Client shall give Producers, to their satisfaction, a bank guarantee letter in their favor in order to ensure compliance with any obligation to pay gas supply invoices issued under this contract, including interest, issued by an institution of adequate solvency at the Producers discretion with characteristics such as irrevocable, supportive, unconditionally, without benefit of excussion and immediate execution, for a sum corresponding to twenty-five percent (25 %) of the CDM applied for a period of twelve (12) months or, otherwise,
(iii) Fifteen (15) prior to the supply starts, the Client shall make an advance payment for a sum corresponding to the CDM applied to sixty (60) days.
(iv) Sixty (60) days before the supply starts, through Duly Dated Notice, the Client shall give the producers, to satisfaction thereof, the Audited Financial Statements of Globeleq Limited (Parent Company), which after being assessed and at the Producers discretion, a Corporate Guarantee can be accepted, issued by the latter, and will back up 100% of the Clients debt until it is time to pay.
18.2 The guarantee letter shall be extended for a period not less than one hundred eighty (180) days from the date it is delivered to the Producer, and shall be automatically renewed when it expires in order to cover the contract period, without any notice, otherwise it shall be executed.
18.3 At all times, the Client can terminate the performance bond option chosen in Paragraph 18.1 by any of the others. Similarly, if i) is chosen, the minimum required Risk Classification is lost at any time, it shall be changed for any of the other aforementioned alternatives.
CLAUSE NINETEEN: TRANSFER AND ADMINISTRATION
19.1 The Client shall not be entitled to transfer his/her rights, obligations or position in the Contract totally or partially without the Producers express written permission, unless the transfer is made to a related company. For this purpose, related company shall mean the one that is part of the same economic group of the Client or the one that directly or indirectly has a stake in the Clients share capital that allows him/her have a presence in the Board.
19.2 The Client authorizes in advance so Producers may transfer their contractual position in the Contract, provided it derives from the transfer performed either by Pluspetrol, Pluspetrol Camisea, Hunt, Sk, Repsol, Tecpetrol and Sonatrach regarding their corresponding Stakeholding.
19.3 In accordance with the third paragraph of Article 1435 of the Civil Code, transfers accepted expressly and in advance in the preceding Paragraphs shall be effective form the time the transfer agreement is notified through Duly Dated Notice sent to Producers or the Client, as appropriate.
19.4 The Parties may hire third parties to administer the assumed rights and obligations. They may also delegate operational and / or administrative activities, informing the other Party of such a decision. In this case, the Party hiring such a third party shall be responsible for their acts, as if these acts were performed by the Party itself.
CLAUSE TWENTY: ADDRESSES
20.1 Any notice or communication, including any Duly Dated Notice sent between the Parties shall be in writing and with acknowledgment receipt and sent to the following addresses:
a) The Producers at Av Republica de Panama N° 3055, Piso 8, San Isidro, Lima, Republic of Peru.
b) The Client at Av Victor Andres Belaunde N° 147, Via Principal N° 140, Edificio Real Seis, Piso 6, Centro Empresarial Real, San Isidro.
20.2 Either party shall be entitled to change their address within the metropolitan area of Lima city. This change shall be notified to the other Party for the purposes of Paragraph 20.1. The constitution of the new address shall only be effective from the date the change of address was notified.
20.3 The communications sent to Producers at the address indicated in Section a) of Paragraph 20.1) shall be sent to all Producers. Likewise, communications from Pluspetrol to the Client shall be sent by all Producers, unless one of them decides to make a claim individually, which shall be deemed to be filed only to the extent of their stakeholding.
TWENTY FIRST CLAUSE: OBLIGATIONS AND LIABILITY OF PRODUCERS
21.1 The obligation to supply gas that, under the contract, is jointly assumed by Producers, in proportion to their stakeholding in the Contract background. In this regard, liability for damages or others provided in the Contract shall be borne by each Producer in proportion to such stakeholding.
In witness whereof, three (3) counterparts are signed under the same terms, in the city of Lima, on January 02, 2006.
By PLUSPETROL PERU CORPORATION SA
Name: Norberto M. Benito
Post: General Manager
By PLUSPETROL Camisea SA
Name: Norberto M. Benito
Post: General Manager
By HUNT OIL COMPANY OF PERU LLC, Peruvian Branch
Name Barbara Bruce
Post: Legal Representative
By: Sk Corporation, Peruvian Branch
Name: Si-Jong Lim
Post: General Manager
By: Sonatrach Peru Corporation S.A.C.
Name: Dr. Mahtali Ketfi
Post: General Manager
By Tecpetrol del Peru S.A.C.
Name: Fernando Estrada. Sergio Pesavento
Post: Legal Representatives
By: Repsol Exploracion Peru, Peruvian Branch
Name: Gabriel Leret Verdi
Post; General Manager
By: Globeleq Peru S.A.
Name: Javier Garua Burga
Post: General Manager
APPENDIX 1
1. CLIENT COMPANYS NAME:
GLOBELEQ PERU SA
2. LOCATION OF PLANT(S):
At Km 63.5 of Panamericana Sur Highway - Chilca - Lima or later indicated by the Client.
The following parameters indicate the total values hired by the company specified in this paragraph.
3. FIRST GAS TURBINE
MAXIMUM DAILY AMOUNT - CDM: |
1,100,003 | m3/day | ||||||
CONTRACTUAL DAILY AMOUNT- CDC: |
220,000 | m3/day |
4. SECOND GAS TURBINE
MAXIMUM DAILY AMOUNT - CDM: |
1100.006 | m3/day | ||||||
CONTRACTUAL DAILY AMOUNT - CDC: |
220,000 | m3/day |
APPENDIX II
1. BASE PRICE (PB)
It corresponds to the Gas Base Price on the date the License Contract was signed for the exploitation of hydrocarbons in Block 88.
ONE DOLLAR AMERICAN PER / MILLION BTU (U.S. $ 1.00 1MMBTU)
2. FACTORS TO DETERMINE THE PRICE
They defined according to the Daily Contract AmountCDC and of the take or pay percentage specified for each year.
2.1 FACTOR A ACCORDING TO CDC
CDCMMCD |
FACTOR A | |||
30.0 |
1000 | |||
55.0 |
0.995 | |||
85.0 |
0.990 | |||
115.0 |
0.985 | |||
140.0 |
0.980 | |||
285.0 |
0.970 | |||
550.0 |
0.960 |
For intermediate values of CDC up to 550.0 MMCD (thousands of m3 per day), factor A is obtained by linear interpolation among close values.
2.2 FACTOR B ACCORDING TO TAKE OR PAY PERCENTAGE
TAKE OR PAY PERCENTAGE |
B FACTOR | |||
100 |
0.95 | |||
90 |
0.97 | |||
80 |
0.98 | |||
70 |
0.99 | |||
60 |
1.00 |
APPENDIX II
3. GAS SALE PRICE (PVG)
PVG PBn x Factor = A x Factor B
4. FORMULA OF BASE PRICE ADJUSTMENT
The Base Price shall be adjusted monthly, from January 1, 2005, according to the application of the following formula:
PBn = PB x Adjustment Factor
Where:
Adjustment Factor = 0.5 * FO1/FO1a + 0.25 * FO2j/FO2a + 0.25 * FO3j/F03a
| If the adjustment factor is less than one (1), such a factor shall be equal to one (1). |
PBn = Base Price for the calculation month
PB = Base Price on the Date the License Contract was signed for the exploitation of hydrocarbons in Block 88. (December 9, 2000).
F01 = Fuel Oil N° 6 U.S. Gulf Coast Waterbome (1% sulfur)
F02 = Fuel Oil N° 6 Rotterdam (1% sulfur)
F03 = Fuel Oil N° 6 New York (3% sulfur)
F01 j, and FO3j F02j are arithmetic averages of the respective Fuel Oil price, taken daily from prices published in Platts Oilgram Price Report, for the twelve (12) month period preceding the calculation month.
F01, F02, and F03 are arithmetic averages of the respective Fuel Oil price, taken daily from prices published in Platts Oilgram Price Report, for the twelve (12) month period preceding the month in which the License Contract was signed for the exploitation of hydrocarbons in Block 88. (December 9, 2000).
APPENDIX III
The gas quality characteristics subject matter of this Contract shall be those set out in the Seventh Supplementary Provision of the Natural Gas Pipeline Transport Service Standard, approved by Supreme Decree N° 018-2004-EM and are as follows:
1. Contaminants in Gas
The Gas supplied shall not exceed the following limits of pollutants:
Total sulfur: |
15 mg/m3 | |
H2S: |
3 mg/m3 | |
CO2: |
2% by volume | |
Total Inert: |
4% by volume | |
Free water: |
0 | |
Water Vapor: |
65 mg/m3 | |
Hydrocarbon Dew Point: |
-4 °C to 5500 kPa |
The Gas shall be free from sand, dust, rubber, oils, glycols and other impurities. The maximum gas temperature shall be 50 ° C.
2. Calorific Gas
The gross calorific value of the supplied gas shall be between 8,800 and 10,300 kcal/m3 (36.84 and 43.12 MJ/m3).
APPENDIX IV
1. OPERATIONAL MEASURES
1.1 ADDITIONAL CONTRACT MONTHS FOR PRCD AND FOR CARRY FORWARD PERIOD
PERCENTAGE TAKE OR PAY % |
ADDITIONAL CONTRACT MONTHS | |||
90 to 100 |
8 | |||
80 to <90 |
6 | |||
70 <80 |
5 | |||
60a <70 |
4 |
SERIES B No. 1418772
22672
Nº: 4273
Preliminary Notarial Instrument: 4082
Kardex: 85222
FIRST ADDENDUM TO THE CONTRACT OF EXCLUSIVE SUPPLY OF NATURAL
GAS DATED JANUARY 2ND 2006 ENTERED INTO BY AND BETWEEN
PLUSPLETROL CAMISEA S.A.
HUNT OIL COMPANY OF PERU L.L.C, SUCURSAL DEL PERU
SK CORPORACION, SUCURSAL PERUANA
SONATRACH PERU CORPORATION S.A.C
TECPETROL DEL PERU S.A.C
AND REPSOL EXPLORACIÓN PERU, SUCURSAL DEL PERU
and:
GLOBELEQ S.A.
In the city of Lima, on September 17th, 2007, I, Ricardo Fernandini Barreda issue this deed, pursuant to the provisions set forth in article 54, subsection H of Law Nº 26002.
APPEAR:
PLUSPETROL PERU CORPORATION S.A., with Taxpayer Identification Nº 20304177552, domiciled at Avenida República de Panamá Nº 3055, Piso 7, San Isidro, Lima, duly represented by its Commercial Manager Mr. Ramón Alejandro Duggan, Argentinian, married, engineer, duly identified by Aliens Card Nº 299912, and his Legal Manager Mr. Jorge Emilio Liceti Hilbck, Peruvian, married, attorney, duly identified by National Identity Card Nº 07865905, voter; both as per power of attorney registered in the Record C0035 of the Entry Nº 11246333 of the Registry of Legal Entities of Lima;
PLUSPETROL CAMISEA S.A with Taxpayer Identification Nº20510889135, domiciled at Avenida República de Panamá Nº 3055, Piso 7, San Isidro, Lima duly represented by its Commercial Manager Mr. Ramón Alejandro Duggan, Argentinian, married, engineer, duly identified by Aliens Card Nº 299912, and his Legal Manager Mr. Jorge Emilio Liceti Hilbck, Peruvian, married, attorney, duly identified by National Identity Card Nº 07865905, voter; both as per power of attorney registered in the Record C0035 of the Entry Nº 11246333 of the Registry of Legal Entities of Lima.
HUNT OIL COMPANY OF PERU L.L.C., SUCURSAL DEL PERU with Tax Identification Nº 20467685661 domiciled at Avenida Víctor Andrés Belaúnde Nº 147, Edificio Real 6, Oficina 503, San Isidro, duly represented by its National Agent Mr. Carlos del Solar Simpson, Peruvian, married, engineer, duly identified by National Identity Card No. 07275671, according to Power of attorney registered on entry A00017 of File No. 11123160 of the Registry of Corporations Registry of the Public Records of Lima.
SK CORPORATION, SUCURSAL PERUANA with Taxpayer Identification Nº20299935648, domiciled at Av. Víctor Andrés Belaúnde No. 147, Via Principal 155, Oficina 1402, San Isidro, Lima duly represented by its General Manager Si-Jong Lim, Korean, married, lawyer, duly identified by Aliens Card Nº 108882, as per power of attorney registered in the Record C0035 of the Entry Nº 11246333 of the Registry of Legal Entities of Lima.
SONATRACH PERU CORPORATION S.A.C. with Taxpayer Identification Nº20506766762, domiciled at Av. Víctor Andrés Belaúnde No. 147, Via Principal 110, Torre Real 5, Oficina 802, San Isidro, Lima duly represented by its General Manager Mahtali Ketfi, Argelian, married, geologist, duly identified by Aliens Card Nº 328149, as per power of attorney registered in the Record C0002 of the Entry Nº 11464787 of the Registry of Legal Entities of Lima.
TECPETROL DEL PERU S.A.C. with Taxpayer Identification Nº20499433698, domiciled at Av. Canaval y Moreyra No. 340, 6to Piso, San Isidro, duly represented by its Sergio Fernando Pesavento, Argentinian, married, engineer, duly identified by Aliens Card Nº 30000, and Ms. Rosa Maria del Carmen Ludowieg Alvarez Calderon, Peruvian, married, lawyer, duly identified by National Identification Card No. 08227090, with voters right, both authorized as per power of attorney registered on Entry Nº 11227091 of the Registry of Legal Entities of Lima.
And
REPSOL EXPLORACION PERU, SUCURSAL PERU with Taxpayer Identification Nº20258268728 domiciled at Av. Víctor Andrés Belaúnde No. 147, Via Principal 140, Oficina 301, Edificio Real 6, Centro Empresarial Real, San Isidro, duly represented by its General Manager Guillermo Muñoz-Delgado Diaz del Rio Spaniard, married, mining engineer, duly identified by Passport Nº AA406120, as per power of attorney registered in the Record A00048 of the Entry Nº 306614 of the Registry of Legal Entities of Lima.
And the other Party:
GLOBELEQ S.A. with Taxpayer Identification Nº20510992904, domiciled at Av. Víctor Andrés Belaúnde No. 147, Via Principal No. 140, Edificio Real Seis, Piso 6, Centro Empresarial Real, San Isidro, Lima duly represented by Mr. Javier García Burgos Benfield Peruvian, married, executive, duly identified by National Identification Card No. 07258488, with voters right, authorized as per power of attorney registered on the Entry Nº 11767759 of the Registry of Legal Entities of Lima.
Granters are adults who have been identified by the Identification Card they showed, they proceed with legal capacity, free will and knowledge of the act that they are carrying out, they have sent the preliminary notarial document signed and authorized for its contents to be taken to the public deed, the same that I file in the respective minutes book and which literal content is as it follows:
PRELIMINARY NOTARIAL INSTRUMENT: Ricardo Fernandini Barreda:
Please Mr. Notary enter in your Registry of Public Deeds the First Addendum to the Contract of Exclusive Supply of Natural Gas dated January 2nd, 2006, entered into by as one party PLUSPETROL PERU COPORATION S.A. (Pluspetrol) with Tax Identification Nº 20304177552 domiciled at Avenida República de Panamá Nº 3055, Piso 7, San Isidro, Lima, duly represented by its Commercial Manager Mr. Ramón Alejandro Duggan duly identified by Aliens Card Nº 299912 and his Legal Manager Mr. Jorge Emilio Liceti Hilbck; both as per power of attorney registered in the Record C0035 of the Entry Nº 11246333 of the Registry of Legal Entities of Lima of the Registry Office of Lima;
PLUSPETROL CAMISEA S.A (Pluspetrol Camisea) with Taxpayer Identification Nº 20510889135, domiciled at Avenida República de Panamá Nº 3055, Piso 7, San Isidro, Lima duly represented by its Commercial Manager Mr. Ramón Alejandro Duggan, identified by Aliens Card Nº 299912, and his Legal Manager Mr. Jorge Liceti Hilbck, both as per power of attorney registered in the Record C005 of the Entry Nº 11776271
of the Registry of Legal Entities of the Registry Office of Lima; HUNT OIL COMPANY OF PERU L.L.C., SUCURSAL DEL PERU with Tax Identification Nº 20467685661 domiciled at Avenida Víctor Andrés Belaúnde Nº 147, Edificio Real 6, Oficina 503, San Isidro, duly represented by its National Agent Mr. Carlos del Solar Simpson duly identified by National Identity Card No. 07275671 as per power of attorney registered in the Record A00017 of the Entry Nº 11123160 of the Registry of Legal Entities of Lima; SK CORPORATION, SUCURSAL PERUANA (Sk) with Taxpayer Identification Nº 20299935648 domiciled at Avenida Víctor Andrés Belaúnde Nº 147, Vía Principal 155. Oficina 1402, San Isidro, duly represented by its General Manager Mr. Si- Jong Lim identified by Aliens Card Nº 108882, as per power of attorney registered in the Record A0008 of the Entry Nº 02015544 of the Registry of Legal Entities of the Registry Office of Lima; SONATRACH PERU CORPORATION S.A.C.(Sonatrach) with Taxpayer Identification Nº 20506766762 domiciled at Víctor Andrés Belaúnde Nº 147, Vía Principal Nº110, Torre Real 5, oficina 802, San Isidro, duly represented by its General Manager Mr. Mahtali Ketfi identified with Aliens Card Nº 000328149 as per power of attorney registered in the Record C0002 of the Entry Nº 11464787 of the Registry of Legal Entities of the Registry Office of Lima, TECPETROL DEL PERU S.A.C (Tecpetrol) with Taxpayer Identification Nº 20499433698 domiciled at Avenida Canaval y Moreyra Nº 340, 6to piso, San Isidro, duly represented by Mr. Sergio Fernando Pesavento identified with Aliens Card Nº 30000 and Mrs. Rosa María del Carmen Ludowieg Alvarez Calderon identified with National Identity card Nº 08227090, both as per power of attorney registered in the Entry Nº 11227091 of the Registry of Legal Entities of the Registry Office of Lima; and REPSOL EXPLORACIÓN PERU, SUCURSAL DEL PERÚ, (Repsol) with Taxpayer Identification Nº20258262728 domiciled at Víctor Andrés Belaúnde Nº 147, Vía Principal Nº140, oficina 301, Edificio Real 6, Centro Empresarial Real, San Isidro, duly represented by its General Manager Mr. Guillermo Muñoz Delgado Díaz identified with Passport Nº AA406120 as per power of attorney registered in Record A00048 registered in the Entry Nº 306614 of the Registry of Legal Entities of the Registry Office of Lima hereinafter referred to collectively as Producers and , the other party GLOBELEQ S.A. with Taxpayer Identification Nº 20510992904 domiciled at Víctor Andrés Belaúnde Nº 147, Vía Principal Nº140, Edificio Real Seis, Piso 6, Centro Empresarial Real, San Isidro, duly represented by Mr. Javier García Burgos Benfield identified with National Identity Card Nº 07258488 authorized according to power of attorney registered in the Entry Nº 11767759 of the Registry of Legal Entities of Lima who hereinafter will be called Client under the following terms and conditions:
FIRST: BACKGROUND
1.1 | On January 2, 2006, the Client entered into an Exclusive Supply Agreement of Natural Gas (hereinafter the Agreement) with the Producers. |
SECOND: PURPOSE
By the means of this Addendum both Producers and the Client agree to amend the paragraphs 3 and 4 of the Appendix II of the Agreement as specified as follows:
APPENDIX II
3. GAS SALE PRICE
The Gas Base Price shall be adjusted on January 1 of each year according to the application of the following formula:
PGn = PBG x Adjustment Factor x A Factor x B Factor
Where:
PGn= Gas price for the new period of adjustment
PBG: Base price of the Gas: 1.00 US$/MMBTU
A and B Factors: found according to the paragraphs 2.1 and 2.2 of the Appendix II of the Agreement.
Adjustment Factor = 0.6 (WPS1191i/WPS1191j) + 0.4* (WPU05l/WPU05j)
| If the adjustment factor is less than one (1), such a factor shall be equal to one (1). |
WPS1191i: Arithmetic average of the Oil Field and Gas Field Machinery Index, published by the U.S. Department of Labor (Bureau of Labor Statistics) for the 12 months available and before the 1st of January of each year. (provisory date will be considered as final to estimate de Adjustment Factor)
WPS1191j: Arithmetic average of the Oil Field and Gas Field Machinery Index, published by the U.S. Department of Labor (Bureau of Labor Statistics) for the 12 months prior the Date of Signature of the Permit Agreement to exploit Hydrocarbons of Plot 88 (December 1999 to November 2000)
WPU05l: Arithmetic average of the Fuels and Related Products and Power Index, published by the U.S. Department of Labor (Bureau of Labor Statistics) for the 12 available months before the 1st of January of each year (provisory date will be considered as final to estimate de Adjustment Factor)
WPU05j: Arithmetic average of the Fuels and Related Products and Power Index, published by the U.S. Department of Labor (Bureau of Labor Statistics) for the 12 months prior the Date of Signature of the Permit Agreement to exploit Hydrocarbons of Plot 88 (December 1999 to November 2000).
As from January 1, 2007 and until January 1, 2013, the application of the Adjustment Factor shall not represent any increase in the product (PGB x Adjustment Factor) above 5% with regards to the last current value of the immediately previous adjustment period, additionally during the 5 following years as from January 01, 2013 the product increase (PBG x Adjustment Factor) shall not exceed 7% with regards to the last current value of the immediately prior adjustment period.
Independently from the above-mentioned paragraphs and exclusively for the period between January and December 2007 the PGn for each month of the Agreement will be as follows:
January 2007 |
: | 1.2778 US$/MMBTU | ||
February 2007 |
: | 1.2879 US$/MMBTU | ||
March 2007 |
: | 1.2982 US$/MMBTU | ||
April 2007 |
: | 1.3086 US$/MMBTU | ||
May 2007 |
: | 1.3190 US$/MMBTU | ||
June to December 2007 |
: | 1.3296 US$/MMBTU |
CLAUSE THREE: TERM OF CONTRACT AND ITS MODIFICATIONS
The modification effects to the Contract that were introduced in this document are carried back to the Contract subscription date. The effects to the modifications to the Contract introduced in this document will trace back to the date of signature of the Contract.
The clauses and Annexes of the Contract that have not been modified expressly by this document will remain in force.
Signed in Lima on September 14th, 2007
SIGNED PLUSPETROL PERU CORPORATION S.A. RAMÓN ALEJANDRO DUGGAN, AND JORGE EMILIO LICETI HILBCK
SIGNED BY PLUSPETROL CAMISEA S.A. RAMÓN ALEJANDRO DUGGAN, AND JORGE EMILIO LICETI HILBCK
SIGNED BY HUNT OIL COMPANY OF PERU L.L.C., SUCURSAL DEL PERU, CARLOS DEL SOLAR SIMPSON
SIGNED BY SK CORPORATION, SUCURSAL PERUANA: SI-JONG LIM
SIGNED BY SONATRACH PERU CORPORATION S.A.C.; MAHTALIKETFI
SIGNED BY TECPETROL DEL PERÚ S.A.C. : SERGIO FERNANDO PESAVENTO Y ROSA DEL CARMEN LUDOWIEG ALVAREZ CALDERON
SIGNED BY REPSOL EXPLORACIÓN PERU SUCURSAL DEL PERU: GUILLERMO MUÑOZ DELGADO DIAZ DEL RIO
SIGNED BY GLOBELEQ S.A., MR. JAVIER GARCÍA BURGOS BENFIELD
JORGE OLIVERA ESTREMADOYRO WITH Lima Bar Registration NUMBER: 6959 authorizes and signs this preliminary notarial instrument.
CONCLUSION: HAVING READ THE INSTRUMENT, THE GRANTORS RATIFY ITS CONTENT DECLARED TO HAVE COMPARED IT WITH THE PRELIMINARY NOTARIAL INSTRUMENT, WHICH IS INSERTED. THEY SIGN THIS DOCUMENT, I ATTEST. THIS INSTRUMENT IS ISSUED IN PAGE SERIAL B Nº 1418772 TO SERIAL B Nº 1418775.-
BY PLUSPETROL DEL PERU CORPORATION S.A.
(SIGNATURE) RAMÒN ALEJANDRO DUGGAN SIGNATURE 09/20/07 FINGERPRINT
(SIGNATURE) JORGE EMILIO LICETI HILBCK SIGNATURE 09/20/07 FINGERPRINT
(SIGNATURE) GUILLERMO MUÑOZ- DELGADO DIAZ DEL RIO SIGNATURE 10/15/07 FINGERPRINT
BY GLOBELEQ S.A
(SIGNATURE) JAVIER GARCÍA BURGOS BENFIELD . SIGNATURE 09/26/07 FINGERPRINT
THE SIGNATURE PROCESS CONCLUDES: October 15th, 2007
(SIGNATURE) RICARDO FERNANDINI BARREDA NOTARY PUBLIC IN AND FOR LIMA
(Seal) This document is a true copy of the public deed appearing in my Record dated September 17th 2007 on pages 22672. I issued this exemplified copy upon request of the interested party in accordance with the Law. I stamp my hand and seal in every page.
Lima, October 15th 2007.
(Signed) Ricardo Fernandini BarredaNotary Public in and for Lima
1571983
56983
Nº: 9884
Preliminary Notarial Instrument: 9463
Kardex: 93178
SECOND ADDENDUM TO THE CONTRACT OF SUPPLY OF NATURAL GAS
ENTERED INTO BY AND BETWEEN
PLUSPETROL PERU CORPORATION S.A.
PLUSPLETROL CAMISEA S.A.
HUNT OIL COMPANY OF PERU L.L.C, SUCURSAL DEL PERU
SK ENERGY, SUCURSAL PERUANA
SONATRACH PERU CORPORATION S.A.C.
TECPETROL DEL PERU S.A.C.
AND REPSOL EXPLORACIÓN PERU, SUCURSAL DEL PERU
AND:
KALLPA GENERACION S.A.
INTRODUCTION
In the city of Lima, on July 10th, 2008, I, Ricardo Fernandini Barreda issue this deed, pursuant to the provisions set forth in articles 27 and 54, subsection H of Legislative Decree Nº 1049.
APPEAR:
PLUSPETROL PERU CORPORATION S.A., with Taxpayer Identification Nº 20304177552, domiciled at Avenida República de Panamá Nº 3055, Piso 7, San Isidro, Lima, duly represented by its Commercial Manager Mr. Ramón Alejandro Duggan, Argentinian, married, engineer, duly identified by Aliens Card Nº 299912, and its Legal Manager Mr. Jorge Emilio Liceti Hilbck, Peruvian, married, attorney, duly identified by National Identity Card Nº 07865905, voter; both as per power of attorney registered in the Record C0035 of the Entry Nº 11246333 of the Registry of Legal Entities of Lima;
PLUSPETROL CAMISEA S.A with Taxpayer Identification Nº 20510889135, domiciled at Avenida República de Panamá Nº 3055, Piso 7, San Isidro, Lima duly represented by its Commercial Manager Mr. Ramón Alejandro Duggan, Argentinian, married, engineer, duly identified by Aliens Card Nº 299912, and its Legal Manager Mr. Jorge Emilio Liceti Hilbck, Peruvian, married, attorney, duly identified by National Identity Card Nº 07865905, voter; both as per power of attorney registered in the Entry Nº 11776271 of the Registry of Legal Entities of Lima.
HUNT OIL COMPANY OF PERU L.L.C., SUCURSAL DEL PERU with Tax Identification Nº 20467685661 domiciled at Avenida Víctor Andrés Belaúnde Nº 147, Edificio Real 6, Oficina 503, San Isidro, duly represented by its National Agent Mr. Carlos del Solar Simpson, Peruvian, married, engineer, duly identified by National Identity Card N°07275671, as per power of attorney registered in the Record A00017 of the Entry N° 11123160 of the Registry of Legal Entities of Lima.
SK ENERGY, SUCURSAL PERUANA (SK) with Tax Identification Nº 20299935648 domiciled at Avenida Víctor Andrés Belaúnde Nº 147, Vía Principal 155, Oficina 1402, San Isidro, duly represented by its General Manager Mr. Han Jin Yoo, Korean, married, bachelor in sciences major in engineering, identified by Aliens Card N°482873, as per power of attorney registered in the Record A0008 of the Entry N° 02015544 of the Registry of Legal Entities of Lima.
SONATRACH PERU CORPORATION S.A.C. with Tax Identification Nº 20506766762 domiciled at Avenida Víctor Andrés Belaúnde Nº 147, Vía Principal N°110, Torre Real 5, Oficina 802, San Isidro, duly represented by its General Manager Mr. Mathali Ketfi, Algerian, married, geologist, identified by Aliens Card N°328149, as per power of attorney registered in the Record C0002 of the Entry N° 11464787 of the Registry of Legal Entities of Lima.
TECPETROL DEL PERU S.A.C. with Tax Identification Nº 20499433698 domiciled at Avenida Canaval y Moreyra N° 340, 6to Piso, San Isidro, duly represented by Fabio Gaudelli, Argentinian, married, accountant, duly identified by Aliens Card N°000433112 and Mrs. Rosa Maria del Carmen Ludowieg Alvarez Calderon, Peruvian, married, attorney, duly identified by National Identity Card N°08227090, voter, both as per powers of attorney registered in the Entry N° 11227091 of the Registry of Legal Entities of Lima.
And REPSOL EXPLORACIÓN PERU, SUCURSAL DEL PERU with Tax Identification Nº 20258262728 domiciled at Avenida Víctor Andrés Belaúnde Nº 147, Vía Principal N°103, Oficina 202, Edificio Real X, Centro Empresarial Real, San Isidro, duly represented by its General Manager Mr. Evandro Correa Nacul, Brazilian, married, businessman, duly identified by Brazilian Passport N°CV257218, authorized as per power of attorney registered in the Record A00053 of the Entry N° 00306614 of the Registry of Legal Entities of Lima.
AND
KALLPA GENERACION S.A. with Tax Identification Nº 20510992904 domiciled at Avenida Víctor Andrés Belaúnde Nº 147, Torre Real 5, Piso 13, Centro Empresarial Real, San Isidro, duly represented by Mr. Javier García Burgos Benfield, Peruvian, married, aeronautical engineer, duly identified by National Identity Card N°07258488, voter, authorized as per power of attorney registered in the Entry N° 11767759 of the Registry of Legal Entities of Lima.
The appearing parties are of legal age, whom I have identified, I attest. The parties proceed with capacity, freedom and knowledge of the act performed. A signed preliminary notarial instrument is submitted to be registered as Public Deed, which I file in the respective minutes book and which literal content is as it follows:
PRELIMINARY NOTARIAL INSTRUMENT: Ricardo Fernandini Barreda:
Please Mr. Notary enter in your Registry of Public Deeds the Second Addendum to the Contract of Supply of Natural Gas(hereinafter referred to as the Contract of Supply), entered into by as one party PLUSPETROL PERU COPORATION S.A. (Pluspetrol) with Tax Identification Nº 20304177552 domiciled at Avenida República de Panamá Nº 3055, Piso 7, San Isidro, Lima,
duly represented by its Commercial Manager Mr. Ramón Duggan identified by Aliens Card Nº 299912 and its Legal Manager Mr. Jorge Emilio Liceti Hilbck, identified by National Identity Card N°07865905; both as per power of attorney registered in the Entry Nº 11246333 of the Registry of Legal Entities of the Registry Office of Lima; PLUSPETROL CAMISEA S.A (Pluspetrol Camisea) with Taxpayer Identification Nº 20510889135, domiciled at Avenida República de Panamá Nº 3055, Piso 7, San Isidro, Lima duly represented by its Commercial Manager Mr. Ramón Duggan, identified by Aliens Card Nº 299912, and its Legal Manager Mr. Jorge Liceti Hilbck, identified by National Identity Card N°07865905, both as per power of attorney registered in the Entry Nº 11776271 of the Registry of Legal Entities of the Registry Office of Lima; HUNT OIL COMPANY OF PERU L.L.C., SUCURSAL DEL PERU with Tax Identification Nº 20467685661 domiciled at Avenida Víctor Andrés Belaúnde Nº 147, Edificio Real 6, Oficina 503, San Isidro, duly represented by its National Agent Mr. Carlos del Solar Simpson duly identified by National Identity Card No. 07275671, engineer, as per power of attorney registered in the Record A00017 of the Entry Nº 11123160 of the Registry of Legal Entities of the Registry Office of Lima; SK ENERGY, SUCURSAL PERUANA (SK) with Taxpayer Identification Nº 20299935648 domiciled at Avenida Víctor Andrés Belaúnde Nº 147, Vía Principal 155. Oficina 1402, San Isidro, duly represented by its General Manager Mr. Han Jin Yoo identified by Aliens Card Nº 482873, as per power of attorney registered in the Record A0008 of the Entry Nº 02015544 of the Registry of Legal Entities of the Registry Office of Lima; SONATRACH PERU CORPORATION S.A.C.(Sonatrach) with Taxpayer Identification Nº 20506766762 domiciled at Víctor Andrés Belaúnde Nº 147, Vía Principal Nº110, Torre Real 5, oficina 802, San Isidro, duly represented by its General Manager Mr. Mahtali Ketfi identified with Aliens Card Nº 328149 as per power of attorney registered in the Record C0002 of the Entry Nº 11464787 of the Registry of Legal Entities of the Registry Office of Lima; TECPETROL DEL PERU S.A.C (Tecpetrol) with Taxpayer Identification Nº 20499433698 domiciled at Avenida Canaval y Moreyra Nº 340, piso 6, San Isidro, duly represented by Mrs. Rosa María del Carmen Ludowieg Alvarez Calderon identified by National Identity Card Nº 08227090 and Mr. Fabio Gaudelli identified by Aliens Card Nº 000433112, both as per powers of attorney registered in the Entry Nº 11227091 of the Registry of Legal Entities of the Registry Office of Lima; and REPSOL EXPLORACIÓN PERU, SUCURSAL DEL PERU, (Repsol) with Taxpayer Identification Nº 20258262728 domiciled at Víctor Andrés Belaúnde Nº 147, Vía Principal Nº140, oficina 202, Edificio Real X, Centro Empresarial Real, San Isidro, duly represented by its General Manager Mr. Evandro Correa Nacul identified with Brazilian Passport Nº CV257218 as per power of attorney registered in Record A00053 of the Entry Nº 00306614 of the Registry of Legal Entities of the Registry Office of Lima hereinafter referred to collectively as Producers and, the other party, KALLPA
GENERACION S.A. with Taxpayer Identification Nº 20510992904 domiciled at Víctor Andrés Belaúnde Nº 147, Torre Real 5, Piso 13, Centro Empresarial Real, San Isidro, duly represented by Mr. Javier García Burgos Benfield identified by National Identity Card Nº 07258488 authorized as per power of attorney registered in the Entry Nº 11767759 of the Registry of Legal Entities of the Registry Office of Lima hereinafter referred to as Client under the following terms and conditions:
FIRST: BACKGROUND
1.1 | On January 02nd, 2006, the Client has executed with the Producers the Contract of Exclusive Supply of Natural Gas (hereinafter referred to as the Contract) which was amended by the First Amendment to Contract executed on September, 14th, 2007. |
1.2 | On June 12nd, 2008, the Client has sent to the Producers a letter requesting amendment of contracted quantities in force due to recalculating turbine operation efficiency and additionally the increase in contracted quantities resulting from installing a third gas turbine and the future conversion of its power plant to combined cycle. |
SECOND: PURPOSE
The Producers and the Client hereby agree the following amendments to the Agreement under this Addendum:
2.1 It is agreed to amend Section 1.21 under the following terms:
1.21 Completion Date: The Contract shall complete upon fifteen (15) years as of the Start Date of Natural Gas Supply, if the Contract is not extended or upon the expiration of its corresponding extensions.
2.2 It is agreed to amend Section 3.4 under the following terms:
3.4 Within eighteen (18) months after producing the first Nomination corresponding to the First Gas Turbine and provided that the Client has submitted to the Producers the authorization issued by the Ministry of Energy and Mines to install the Second Gas Turbine, the Client may notice to the Producers the DCQ and MDQ increase in the values referred to the consumption of the Second Gas Turbine stated on section 4 of Exhibit I to this Contract. The aforementioned increase shall operate the following day upon the receipt by the Producers of the Duly Date Document. If the aforementioned increased is performed, resulting MDQ and DCQ shall be the addition of MDQ and DCQ referred to the First and Second Gas Turbine.
Notwithstanding the provisions stated in this Section, if, until the last working day of July 2009, the Client has not commissioned the Second Gas Turbine, the Producers shall be entitled to reduce the MDQ to the quantity referred to the consumption of the First Gas Turbine.
2.2 It is agreed to add Sections 3.6 and 3.7 under the following terms:
3.6 Within fifteen (15) months following the commissioning of the Second Gas Turbine and provided that the Client has submitted to the Producers the authorization issued by the Ministry of Energy and Mines to install the Third Gas Turbine, the Client shall be entitled to request the DCQ and MDQ increase in the values referred to the consumption of the Third Gas Turbine stated on section 5 of Exhibit I to this Contract. The aforementioned increase shall operate the following day upon the receipt by the Producers of the Duly Date Document. If the aforementioned increased is performed, resulting MDQ and DCQ shall be the addition of MDQ and DCQ in force on the prior date to submitting increase request stated on this section and corresponding MDQ and DCQ to the Third Gas Turbine.
Notwithstanding the provisions stated in this Section, if, until the last working day of August 2010, the Client has not commissioned the Third Gas Turbine, the Producers shall be entitled to reduce the MDQ to the value in force on the prior date to submitting increase request stated on this section.
3.7 Within eighteen (18) months following the commissioning of the Third Gas Turbine and provided that the Client has submitted to the Producers the authorization issued by the Ministry of Energy and Mines to install the Combined Cycle, the Client shall be entitled to request the DCQ and MDQ increase in the values referred to the consumption of the Combined Cycle stated on section 6 of Exhibit I to this Contract. The aforementioned increase shall operate the following day upon the receipt by the Producers of the Duly Date Document. If the aforementioned increased is performed, resulting MDQ and DCQ shall be the addition of MDQ and DCQ in force on the prior date to submitting increase request stated on this section and corresponding MDQ and DCQ to the Combined Cycle.
Notwithstanding the provisions stated in this Section, if, the Client has not commissioned the Combined Cycle on the date stated in the work schedule submitted before the competent authority plus any duly authorized extension by the referred authority with a limit which shall not exceed December 2013, the Producers shall be entitled to reduce the MDQ to the value in force on the prior date to submitting increase request stated on this Section.
2.4 It is agreed to amend the contents of sections 3 to 6 of Exhibit I as follows:
3. First Gas Turbine
| Maximum Daily Quantity- MDQ: 1200,000 m3/day. |
| Daily Contract Quantity- DCQ: 270,000 m3/day. |
4. Second Gas Turbine
| Maximum Daily Quantity- MDQ: 1300,000 m3/day. |
| Daily Contract Quantity- DCQ: 320,000 m3/day. |
5. Third Gas Turbine
| Maximum Daily Quantity- MDQ: 1300,000 m3/day. |
| Daily Contract Quantity- DCQ: 650,000 m3/day. |
6 Combined Cycle:
| Maximum Daily Quantity- MDQ: 450,000 m3/day. |
| Daily Contract Quantity- DCQ: 225,000 m3/day. |
2.5 It is agreed to amend section 1.1 of Exhibit IV under the following terms:
1.1 Additional Months of Contract for Discounted Capital Recovery Period and Carry Forward Period
Take or Pay Percentage % |
Additional Months of Contract |
|||
90 to 100 |
12 | |||
80 to < 90 |
8 | |||
70 to < 80 |
6 | |||
60 to < 70 |
4 |
2.6 It is agreed to amend subsection a) and add subsection f) on Section 15.2 of Fifteenth Clause of Contract of Supply under the following terms:
a. Any external war act (declared or not declared), invasion, armed conflict, blockage, seizure, revolution, riot, insurrection, civil commotion or terrorism acts provided that they totally or partially affect the facilities of Producers or Client and prevent from supplying Gas to the Power Plant. Furthermore, any act of the Peruvian government affecting in any way the availability of Natural Gas by the Producers.
f. The Force Majeure declared and duly evidenced by the Producers related to geological risks on deposits of Lot 88 as well as the risks of reserve depletion of the referred Lot.
2.7 It is agreed to replace Sections 18.1 and 18.2 of Eighteenth Clause under the following terms:
18.1 During the effectiveness of this Contract, the Client undertakes to:
(i) Keep a risk rating (the Risk Rating) (i) for securities of non-guaranteed and long-term senior debt granted by an international risk rating agency (Standard & Poors, Moody´s or Fitch Ratings) not less than Category BBB in the international scale; or (ii) for common shares granted by an international risk rating agency (Standard & Poors, Moody´s or Fitch Ratings) not less than Category 3a in the international scale or if it not available, to keep a risk rating (i) for securities of non-guaranteed and long-term senior debts granted by a Peruvian risk rating agency (Apoyo y Asociados Internacionales S.A.C, Pacific Credit Rating or Equilibrium) not less than Category AA- in the local scale; or (ii) for common shares granted by a Peruvian risk rating agency (Apoyo y Asociados Internacionales S.A.C, Pacific Credit Rating or Equilibrium) not less than Category 1a in the local scale, or if not available,
(ii) Thirty (30) days before beginning the supply, the Client shall deliver to the Producers upon their satisfaction, a letter of guarantee in his favor to ensure the compliance of any payment obligations of invoices by supplying Gas issued under this Contract including interest issued by an entity with due solvency at Producers discretion, being irrevocable, joint and several, unconditional, without right of excussio and automatically enforceable for an amount representing twenty five percent (25%) of MDQ applied for a twelve (12) month period or if not available,
(iii) Fifteen (15) days before beginning the supply, the Client shall make an advance payment for an amount referred to MDQ applied to sixty (60) days.
18.2 If the letter of guarantee is chosen, it shall be issued for a period not less than one hundred (180) days as of its delivery to the Producers and shall be automatically renewed upon its expiration to cover the contract term without further notice, otherwise it shall be enforced. Furthermore, it is required that the issuing bank of letter of guarantee keep a risk rating not less than Category A- in the international scale (issuing bank rating) granted by an international risk rating agency (Standard & Poors, Moody´s or Fitch Ratings) or a risk rating not less than Category A in the local scale (issuing bank rating) granted by a Peruvian risk rating agency (Apoyo y Asociados Internacionales S.A.C, Pacific Credit Rating or Equilibrium).
THIRD: CONTRACT EFFECTIVENESS AND ITS AMENDMENTS
The Clauses and Exhibits to the Contract that shall not been expressly amended by this document shall remain in force.
Signed in Lima on July 10th, 2008
SIGNED BY PLUSPETROL PERU CORPORATION S.A.: RAMÓN ALEJANDRO DUGGAN, AND JORGE EMILIO LICETI HILBCK
SIGNED BY PLUSPETROL CAMISEA S.A.: RAMÓN ALEJANDRO DUGGAN, AND JORGE EMILIO LICETI HILBCK
SIGNED BY HUNT OIL COMPANY OF PERU L.L.C., SUCURSAL DEL PERU, CARLOS DEL SOLAR SIMPSON
SIGNED BY SK CORPORATION, SUCURSAL PERUANA: HAN JIN YOO
SIGNED BY SONATRACH PERU CORPORATION S.A.C.; MAHTALI KETFI
SIGNED BY TECPETROL DEL PERÚ S.A.C.: FABIO GAUDELLI AND ROSA DEL CARMEN LUDOWIEG ALVAREZ CALDERON
SIGNED BY REPSOL EXPLORACIÓN PERU SUCURSAL DEL PERU: EVANDRO CORREA NACUL
SIGNED BY KALLPA GENERACION S.A., MR. JAVIER GARCÍA BURGOS BENFIELD
JORGE OLIVERA ESTREMADOYRO with Lima Bar Registration Number: 6959 authorizes and signs this preliminary notarial instrument.
CONCLUSION: HAVING READ THE INSTRUMENT AND BEING WARNED OF THE LEGAL EFFECTS, THE GRANTORS RATIFY ITS CONTENT DECLARED TO HAVE COMPARED IT WITH THE PRELIMINARY NOTARIAL INSTRUMENT, WHICH IS INSERTED. THEY SIGN THIS DOCUMENT, I ATTEST. THIS INSTRUMENT IS ISSUED IN PAGE SERIAL B Nº 1571983 TO SERIAL B Nº 1571987.-BACK. ATTESTED: THIRD.- 4331122.-4331122.-IT DOES NOT HAVE EFFECT.- BETWEEN LINES.- 000433112.-00433112.- IT HAS EFFECT. BY LICENSE GRANTED TO RICARDO FERNANDINI BARREDA, THIS PUBLIC DEED IS SIGNED BY DAVID SANCHEZ MANRIQUE TAVELLA, NOTARY IN AND FOR LIMA. ATTESTED: THIRD: IT DOES NOT HAVE EFFECT. BETWEEN LINES: SECOND: IT HAS EFFECT.
BY PLUSPETROL DEL PERU CORPORATION S.A.
(SIGNATURE) RAMÓN ALEJANDRO DUGGAN SIGNATURE 07/09/08 FINGERPRINT
(SIGNATURE) JORGE EMILIO LICETI HILBCK SIGNATURE 07/09/08 FINGERPRINT
BY PLUSPETROL CAMISEA S.A.
(SIGNATURE) RAMÓN ALEJANDRO DUGGAN SIGNATURE 07/09/08 FINGERPRINT
(SIGNATURE) JORGE EMILIO LICETI HILBCK SIGNATURE 07/09/08 FINGERPRINT
BY HUNT OIL COMPANY OF PERU L.L.C., SUCURSAL DEL PERU
(SIGNATURE) CARLOS DEL SOLAR SIMPSON- SIGNATURE 07/15/08 FINGERPRINT
BY SK ENERGY, SUCURSAL PERUANA
(SIGNATURE) HAN JIN YOO- SIGNATURE 07/22/08 FINGERPRINT
BY SONATRACH PERU CORPORATION S.A.C.
(SIGNATURE) MAHTALI KETFI- SIGNATURE 07/15/08 FINGERPRINT
BY TECPETROL DEL PERU S.A.C.
(SIGNATURE) FABIO GAUDELLI- SIGNATURE 07/24/08 FINGERPRINT
(SIGNATURE) ROSA MARIA DEL CARMEN LUDOWIED ALVAREZ CALDERON- SIGNATURE 07/22/08 FINGERPRINT
BY REPSOL EXPLORACIÓN PERU, SUCURSAL DEL PERU
(SIGNATURE) EVANDRO CORREA NACUL- SIGNATURE 07/22/08 FINGERPRINT
BY KALLPA GENERACION S.A.
(SIGNATURE) JAVIER GARCIA BURGOS BENFIELD- SIGNATURE 07/22/08 FINGERPRINT
THE SIGNATURE PROCESS CONCLUDES: July 24th, 2008
(SIGNATURE) RICARDO FERNANDINI BARREDA NOTARY PUBLIC IN AND FOR LIMA
(Seal)This document is a true copy of the Public Deed appearing in my Record dated July 10th 2008 on pages 56983. I issued this exemplified copy upon request of the interested party in accordance with the Law. I stamp my hand and seal in every page.
Lima, August 06th 2008.
(Signed) Ricardo Fernandini BarredaNotary Public in and for Lima
SERIES B No 0023233
2933
NUMBER: 556
PRELIMINARY NOTARIAL INSTRUMENT: 534
KARDEX: 98576
THIRD ADDENDUM TO NATURAL GAS SUPPLY AGREEMENT
ENTERED INTO BY AND BETWEEN, ON ONE SIDE,
PLUSPETROL PERU CORPORATION S.A.,
PLUSPETROL CAMISEA S.A.,
HUNT OIL COMPANY OF PERU L.L.C., SUCURSAL DEL PERU,
SK ENERGY, SUCURSAL PERUANA,
SONATRACH PERU CORPORATION S.A.C.,
TECPETROL DEL PERU S.A.C.,
AND REPSOL EXPLORACION PERU, SUCURSAL DEL PERU
AND, ON THE OTHER SIDE,
KALLPA GENERACION S.A.
INTRODUCTION
In the city of Lima, this February 04th, 2009, I, Ricardo Fernandini Barreda, Notary-Attorney in and for Lima, enter this Public Deed whereby according to provisions set forth on sections 27 and 54 of Legislative Decree No 1049, appearing:
Pluspetrol Peru Corporation S.A., with Single Taxpayers Registry No 20304177552, domiciled at Av. Republica de Panama No 3050, Piso 7, San Isidro, Lima duly represented by its General Manager, Claudio Martin de Diego, Argentinian, single, industrial engineer, duly
identified by Aliens Card No 520945; duly empowered pursuant to power of attorney registered under Record No11246333 of Legal Entity Registry of Lima Registry Office; and on behalf of Pluspetrol Camisea S.A., with Single Taxpayers Registry No 20510889135, domiciled at Av. Republica de Panama No 3055, Piso 7, San Isidro, Lima, duly empowered pursuant to power of attorney registered under Record No11776271 of Legal Entity Registry of Lima Registry Office.
Hunt Oil Company of Peru L.L.C. Sucursal del Peru, with Single Taxpayers Registry No 20467685661, domiciled at Av. Victor Andres Belaunde No 147, Edificio Real 6, Oficina 503, San Isidro, duly represented by its Attorney in fact, Carlos del Solar Simpson, Peruvian, married, engineer, duly identified by National Identity Card No 07275671; pursuant to power of attorney registered under Entry A00017 of Record No 1123160 of Legal Entity Registry of Lima Registry Office.
SK Energy Sucursal Peruana (SK), with Single Taxpayers Registry No 20299935648, domiciled at Calle Amador Merino Reyna No 267, Oficina 702, San Isidro, duly represented by its General Manager, Han Jin Yoo, Korean, married, bachelor in sciences major in engineer, duly identified by Aliens Card No 482873; pursuant to power of attorney registered under Record No 02015544 of Legal Entity Registry of Lima Registry Office.
Sonatrach Peru Corporation S.A.C., with Single Taxpayers Registry No 20506766762, domiciled at Av. Victor Andres Belaunde No 147, Via Principal No 110, Torre Real 5, Oficina 802, San Isidro, duly represented by its General Manager, Mahtali Ketfi, Algerian, married, geologist, duly identified by Aliens Card No 32149; pursuant to power of attorney registered under Entry C0002 of Record No 11464787 of Legal Entity Registry of Lima Registry Office.
Tecpetrol del Peru S.A.C., with Single Taxpayers Registry No 20499433698, domiciled at Av. Canaval y Moreyra No 340, 6to piso, San Isidro, duly represented by Fabio Alberto Gaudelli, Argentinian, married, accountant, duly identified by Aliens Card No 000433112; and Rosa Maria del Carmen Ludowieg Alvarez Calderon, Peruvian, married, lawyer, duly identified by National Identity Card No 08227090, with voting capacity, both pursuant to powers of attorney registered under Record No 11227091 of Legal Entity Registry of Lima Registry Office.
And Repsol Exploracion Peru, Sucursal del Peru, with Single Taxpayers Registry No 20258262728, domiciled at Av. Victor Andres Belaunde No 147, Via Principal No 103, Oficina 202, Edificio Real X, Centro Empresarial Real, San Isidro, duly represented by its Legal Representative, Evandro Correa Nacul, Brazilian, married, businessman, duly identified by Brazilian Passport No CV 257218; duly empowered pursuant to power of attorney registered under Entry A00057 of Record No 00306614 of Legal Entity Registry of Lima Registry Office.
AND ON THE OTHER SIDE
Kallpa Generacion S.A. identified by Single Taxpayers Registry No 20510992904, domiciled at Av. Victor Andres Belaunde No 147, Torre Real 5, Piso 13,Centro Empresarial Real, district of San Isidro, duly represented by its General Manager, Javier Garcia-Burgos Benfield, Peruvian, duly identified by National Identity Card No 07258488, with voting capacity, married, aeronautical engineer, duly empowered pursuant to powers of attorney registered under Electronic Record No 11767759 of Legal Entity Registry of Lima and Callao Registry Office.
The appearing parties are of legal age, whom I have identified, I attest. The parties proceed with capacity, freedom and knowledge of the act performed. A signed preliminary notarial instrument is submitted to be registered as Public Deed, which I place in the corresponding record and number, reading as follows:
PRELIMINARY NOTARIAL INSTRUMENT:
Mr. Notary-Attorney Ricardo Fernandini Barreda, please include in your registry of Public Deeds the Third Addendum to Natural Gas Supply Agreement (hereinafter called the Supply Agreement) entered into by and between PLUSPETROL PERU CORPORATION S.A (Pluspetrol), with Single Taxpayers Registry No 20304177552 domiciled at Av. Republica de Panama No 3055, piso 7, San Isidro, Lima, duly represented by its General Manager, Claudio de Diego, identified by Aliens Card No 520945, pursuant to power of attorney registered under Record No 11246333 of Legal Entity Registry of Lima Registry Office; PLUSPETROL CAMISEA S.A. (Pluspetrol Camisea), with Single Taxpayers Registry No 20510889135, domiciled at Av. Republica de Panama No 3055, piso 7, San Isidro, Lima, duly represented by its General Manager, Claudio de Diego, identified by Aliens Card No 520945, pursuant to power of attorney registered under Record No 11776271 of Legal Entity Registry of Lima Registry Office; HUNT OIL COMPANY OF PERU L.L.C, SUCURSAL DEL PERU, with Single Taxpayers Registry No 20467685661, domiciled at Av. Victor Andres Belaunde No 147, Edificio Real 6 oficina 503, San Isidro, duly represented by its National Representative, Carlos del Solar Simpson, engineer, duly identified by National Identity Card No 07275671, pursuant to power of attorney registered under entry A00017 of Record No 1123160 of Legal Entity Registry of Lima Registry Office; SK ENERGY, SUCURSAL PERUANA (SK), with Single Taxpayers Registry No 20299935648, domiciled at Av. Victor Andres Belaunde No 147, Via Principal 155, oficina 1402, San Isidro, duly represented by its
General Manager, Han Jin Joo, identified by Aliens Card No 482873, pursuant to power of attorney registered under Record No 02015544 of Legal Entity Registry of Lima Registry Office; SONATRACH PERU CORPORATION S.A.C.(Sonatrach), with Single Taxpayers Registry No 20506766762, domiciled at Av.Victor Andres Belaunde No 147, Via Principal No 110, Torre Real 5, oficina 802, San Isidro, duly represented by its General Manager, Mahtali Kefti, identified by Aliens Card No 328149, pursuant to power of attorney registered under entry C0002 of Record No 11464787 of Legal Entity Registry of Lima Registry Office; TECPETROL DEL PERU S.A.C. (Tecpetrol), with Single Taxpayers Registry No 20499433698, domiciled at Av. Canaval y Moreyra No 340, piso 6, San Isidro, duly represented by Rosa Maria del Carmen Ludowieg Alvarez Calderon, identified by National Identity Card No 08227090 and Fabio Alberto Gaudelli identified by Aliens Card No 000433112, both pursuant to powers of attorney registered under Record No 11227091 of Legal Entity Registry of Lima Registry Office and REPSOL EXPLORACION PERU, SUCURSAL DEL PERU (Repsol), with Single Taxpayers Registry No 2025826272, domiciled at Av. Victor Andres Belaunde No 147, Via Principal No 140, Oficina 301, Edificio Real 6, Centro Empresarial Real, San Isidro, duly represented by its Legal Representative, Evandro Correa Nacul, Brazilian, married, businessman, duly identified by Brazilian Passport No CV 257218; pursuant to power of attorney registered under Entry A00057 of Record No 00306614 of Legal Entity Registry of Lima Registry Office, hereinafter jointly called the Producers; and on the other side, KALLPA GENERACION S.A. identified by Single Taxpayers Registry No 20510992904, domiciled at Av. Victor Andres Belaunde No 147, Torre Real 5, Piso 13, Centro Empresarial Real, district of San Isidro, duly represented by its General Manager, Javier Garcia Burgos Benfield, Peruvian, identified by National Identity Card No 07258488, empowered pursuant to power of attorney registered under Electronic Record No 11767759 of Legal Entity Registry of Lima and Callao Registry Office, hereinafter called the Client under the following terms and conditions:
FIRST: BACKGROUND
1.1 | On January 02nd, 2006, the Client has executed with the Producers the Natural Gas Supply Agreement (as amended by the corresponding addenda), hereinafter called the Agreement |
1.2 | On September 14th, 2007, the Client has executed with the Producers the First Addendum to Agreement whereby it is stated the amendment of Formula of Price Adjustment for Natural Gas stated in Exhibit II. |
1.3 | On July 10th, 2008, the Client has executed with the Producers the Second Addendum to Supply Agreement to amend the amounts stated in Exhibit I to the Agreement. |
SECOND: PURPOSE
The Producers and the Client hereby agree the following amendments to the Agreement under this Addendum:
2.1 It is agreed to amend the Exhibit I to the Agreement as follows:
3. First Gas Turbine
The values of MDQ and DCQ for the first turbine that are in force from May 01st, 2009 to DRQ Date shall be as follows:
| Maximum Daily Quantity- MDQ: 1200,000 m3/day. |
| Daily Contract Quantity- DCQ: 600,000 m3/day. |
The values of MDQ and DCQ for the first turbine that are in force as of the DRQ Date shall be as follows:
| Maximum Daily Quantity- MDQ: 1200,000 m3/day. |
| Daily Contract Quantity- DCQ: 648,000 m3/day. |
For the purpose of this Addendum, DRQ Date mean the date which is later between: (a) August 23rd, 2009 and (b) the date when Transportadora de Gas del Peru S.A. delays the availability to the Client of the Daily Reserved Quantity (DRQ) contracted by the Client as result of the Eleventh Public Offer for Contracting Transportation System.
4 Second Gas Turbine
The values of MDQ and DCQ for the second turbine that are in force from May 01st, 2009 to DRQ Date shall be as follows:
| Maximum Daily Quantity- MDQ: 1300,000 m3/day. |
| Daily Contract Quantity- DCQ: 650,000 m3/day. |
The values of MDQ and DCQ for the second turbine that are in force as of the DRQ Date shall be as follows:
| Maximum Daily Quantity- MDQ: 1300,000 m3/day. |
| Daily Contract Quantity- DCQ: 702,000 m3/day. |
Third Gas Turbine
| Maximum Daily Quantity- MDQ: 1300,000 m3/day. |
| Daily Contract Quantity- DCQ: 650,000 m3/day. |
Combined Cycle:
| Maximum Daily Quantity- MDQ: 450,000 m3/day. |
| Daily Contract Quantity- DCQ: 225,000 m3/day. |
2.2 The MDQ and DCQ stated on number 3 of Exhibit I to the Agreement shall be applied as of May 01st, 2009 at 06:00 hours. The MDQ and DCQ stated on Numbers 4, 5 and 6 of Exhibit I to the Agreement shall be applied as of the date when the Client has requested pursuant to numbers 3.4, 3.6 and 3.7 of the Agreement.
2.3 The Parties agree to incorporate the following Additional Clauses to the Agreement:
FIRST ADDITIONAL CLAUSE: NON- DISCRIMINATORY CONDITIONS
The parties expressly acknowledge that execution of this Addendum by the Client, specially his acceptance of the increase of MDQ/DCQ ratio of Agreement subject to number 2.1 shall not harm the right granted under the subsection a) of number 3.2 of Section 3 of Regulations of Act Promoting Natural Gas Industry passed by Supreme Decree No 04-99-EM.
SECOND ADDITIONAL CAUSE:
If, by governmental provision including the application of Legislative Decree 1041, its regulations as amended and without Client´s liability, the Carrier assign to the Client a transport capacity less than transport contracted and this assigned transport capacity is less than Public Offer Transport Capacity, the Public Offer Transport Capacity shall be decreased to a value equal to transport duly assigned by the Carrier to the Client during the days that it occurs, as evidenced by reports issued by the Carrier.
If there are quantities to be recovered, after complying with the Discounted Capital Recovery Period and Carry Forward Period pursuant to numbers 1.31, 1.32 and number 1.1 of the Exhibit IV, the Parties agree to increase these periods, for one time, in an additional month for every 30 accumulated days for restricting assignment of transport stated in the aforementioned paragraph. The parties has completely agreed that the increase in periods of Discounted Capital Recovery Period and Carry Forward Period referred on this paragraph shall be issued for each completed period of accrued 30 days of restriction to assign the transport stated in the aforementioned paragraph, being unable to provide proportional increases in lower periods. The Client shall request this extension by filing documents evidencing dates where this restriction exists which shall be checked by the Producer. If there is a conflict between the stated dates, this shall be settled by carrier reports.
The Clauses and Exhibits to the Agreement which shall not be expressly amended by this document shall remain in force. Furthermore, the amendments to Supply Agreement performed by this document shall be in force as of May 01st, 2009.
Signed in Lima, February 03rd, 2009.
Signed by Pluspetrol Peru Corporation S.A., Claudio Martin de Diego
Signed by Pluspetrol Camisea S.A, Claudio Martin de Diego
Signed by Hunt Oil Company of Peru L.L.C, Sucursal del Peru, Carlos del Solar Simpson
Signed by SK Energy, Sucursal Peruana, Han Jin Yoo
Signed by Sonatrach Peru Corporations S.A.C., Mahtali Kefti
Signed by Tecpetrol del Peru S.A.C, Rosa Maria del Carmen Ludowieg and Fabio Alberto Gaudelli
Signed by Repsol Exploración Peru, Sucursal del Peru, Evandro Correa Nacul
Signed by Kallpa Generación S.A., Javier Garcia Burgos Benfield
This Preliminary Notarial Instrument is authorized and signed by Jorge Alberto Olivera Estremadoyro, Attorney, Lima Bar Association Registry Number 6959
CONCLUSION:
Having the parties read this public deed and being warned of its legal effects, its contents is acknowledged and ratified, therefore it is signed; I attest. This public deed is recorded from page Serial B-0023233 to page Serial B-00233236.Attested: Av Victor Andres Belaunde No 147, Via Principal 155, Oficina 1402, 306614, 4331122, A00048, 306614, it does not have effects between lines: Calle Amador Merino Reyna No 267 Oficina 702, 00306614, 000433112, A00057, 00306614 It is effective.
By: Pluspetrol Peru Corporation S.A.
(Signature and fingerprint)
Claudio Martin de Diego
Signed on February 16th, 2009
By: Pluspetrol Camisea S.A.
(Signature and fingerprint)
Claudio Martin de Diego
Signed on February 16th, 2009
By: Hunt Oil Company of Peru L.L.C., Sucursal del Peru
(Signature and fingerprint)
Carlos del Solar Simpson
Signed on February 06th, 2009
By: SK Energy Sucursal Peruana
(Signature and fingerprint)
Han Jin Yoo
Signed on March 03rd, 2009
By: Sonatrach Peru Corporation S.A.C.
(Signature and fingerprint)
Mahtali Kefti
Signed on March 06th, 2009
By: Tecpetrol del Peru S.A.C.
(Signature and fingerprint)
Fabio Alberto Gaudelli
Signed on April 03rd, 2009
(Signature and fingerprint)
Rosa Maria del Carmen Ludowieg Alvarez Calderon
Signed on February 12th, 2009
By: Repsol Exploracion Peru, Sucursal del Peru
(Signature and fingerprint)
Evandro Correa Nacul
Signed on April 02nd, 2009
By: Kallpa Generacion S.A.
(signature and fingerprint)
Javier Garcia Burgos Benfield
Signed on February 05th, 2009
The signature process ends on April 03rd, 2009.
Ricardo Fernandini Barreda
Notary in and for Lima
(Seal) This is a true copy of the Public Deed appearing on my Record dated February 04th, 2009 on pages 2933. This Exemplified Copy is issued upon request of the interested party according to Law, which I sign in each page and seal in Lima, this April 3rd, 2009.
(Signed) Ricardo Fernandini Barreda Notary in and for Lima.
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Exhibit 4.4
Mr. Notary Public:
Please add to your Public Records Register an entry for the NATURAL GAS Binding TRANSPORTATION SERVICE AGREEMENT signed, on one hand, by Transportadora de Gas del Perú S.A. (TGP) (hereinafter, the Concessionaire), with Taxpayer Identification Number 20499432021, domiciled at Av. Victor Andrés Belaúnde 147, Vía Principal 155- Torre Real 3, Of.501 Centro Empresarial Real San Isidro, Lima, duly represented by its General Manager, Mr. Ricardo Ferreiro, identified with Aliens card N° 000348158, as appears on Power registered on entry C00039 of Electronic Record N° 11227891 of The Public Records Office of Lima, and by its representative, Mr. Tomás Delgado Farizo, identified with Aliens Card N° 174982, as appears on Power registered on entry C00033 of Electronic Record 11227891 of The Public Records Office of Lima; and, on the other hand KALLPA GENERACIÓN S.A. (hereinafter The User), with Taxpayer Identification Number 20510992904, domiciled at Av. Santo Toribio N° 115, Piso 7, San Isidro, province and department of Lima, duly represented by its Deputy General Manager, Mrs. Rosa María Flores Araoz Cedrón, identified with National Identity Number 09343153 and by its Commercial Manager, Mr. Edwin Frisancho Triveño, who sign this Transportation Agreement (hereinafter, the Agreement), where they shall be indistinctly referred as the Party or collectively referred as the Parties under the following terms and conditions.
BACKGROUND:
1. | On December 10, 2007, both Parties signed the Binding Natural Gas Transportation Service Agreement (hereinafter, the 2007 Binding Agreement). |
2. | On August 22, 2008, the Parties signed the first Addendum to the 2007 Binding Agreement. By means of this addendum, Clause Four and Appendix B were modified. A rider was also added to it. |
3. | On August 26, 2009, the Parties signed the Second Addendum to the 2007 Binding Agreement. This addendum modified clause Four and Appendix B. |
4. | On August 09, 2010, the Parties signed the Third Addendum to the 2007 Binding Contract, which modified Appendix B. |
5. | On December 28, 2012, the Parties signed the Fourth Addendum to the 2007 Binding Agreement, which modified number 15.1 of Clause Fifteen. |
6. | Within the framework of the Eleventh Public Offer, Duke Energy Egenor S en C por A (hereinafter Duke) and the Concessionaire subscribed the Binding Transportation Service Agreement (Las Flores Agreement) on August 22, 2008. This Agreement establishes: i) a Daily Reserved Capacity (CRD in Spanish) volume of 199 312 m3/day, ii) Agreement end date for March 20, 2020 and an additional Delivery Point located in KP 699 of the Transportation Service (Las Flores Thermal plant). |
7. | By means of letter 457274 of December 05, 2013, Duke informed the Concessionaire that, on November 29, 2013, it signed a conditional transfer of their position in the Las Flores Agreement in favor of the User as part of Dukes operation to sell their Las Flores thermoelectric plant to the User. |
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8. | On December 18, 2013, the Concessionaire consented and authorized the assignment of the Las Flores Agreement position by means of letter TGP-GECO-INT-09531-2013, subject to all the following conditions being met: |
(i) | For the National Institute for the Defense of Competition and the Protection of Intellectual Property INDECOPI to authorize Kallpas acquisition of Las Flores thermoelectric plant according to what is stated on Law No. 26876, Law against monopoly and oligopoly in the Electric sector, and its guideline, Supreme Decree No. 17-98-ITINCI. |
(ii) | For the Ministry of Energy and Mines to approve the transference of authorization in favor of Kalpa to perform power generation activities using the Las Flores Thermal Plant. |
(iii) | For TGP to be provided proof that Kallpa has enough natural gas supply volume available to use the Binding transportation service object of Las Flores Contract. |
9. | By means of letter KG-0385/14 of March 25, 2014, the User proved before the Concessionaire they had the conditions stated on the previous paragraphs. Regarding condition (ii), it was specified that the transference of authorization to perform power generation activities using Las Flores Thermal Plant was approved by the Ministry of Energy and Mines through Ministry Ruling N° 160-2014-MEM/DM, which shall consider the User as holder of the authorization to perform power generation activities using the Las Flores Thermal Plant starting April 01, 2014. |
10. | On the other hand, the User requested the Concessionaire to unify the 2007 Binding Agreement and the Las Flores Agreement into a single Agreement. |
By virtue of what is stated on numbers 9 and 10, the Parties subscribe this Agreement to unify the 2007 Binding Agreement and its future Addenda with the Las Flores Agreement.
CLAUSE ONE: PURPOSE:
The Concessionaire shall provide the User a Binding Natural Gas transportation service from a Reception Point to one or more of the Delivery points stated in Appendix A, pursuant to the clauses and conditions established herein, dispositions contained in the Guidelines for Natural Gas Transportation Services using pipelines, approved by Supreme Decree 081-2007-EM (Regulations); the Guidelines for Natural Gas Transportation Services using pipelines approved by Supreme Decree Nº 040-99-EM and its amendments; BOOT Concession Agreement for Natural Gas Transportation using the Camisea pipelines to the City Gate signed by the Concessionaire and the Peruvian government on December 9, 2000, which was approved by Supreme Resolution 101-2000-EM and its amendments (hereinafter the BOOT Agreement; and the Dispatch Guidelines approved from time to time by the Ministry of Energy and Mines, according to what is established in the Service Guidelines.
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The Concessionaire shall provide Transportation Services with due diligence, acting as a responsible and prudent operator according to the generally accepted gas industry practices.
CLAUSE TWO: TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS
The Parties agree to attribute terms with a first Capital letter and any abbreviation used in the Agreement herein the meaning they may have on the guidelines mentioned on Clause One and BOOT Agreement, with the exception of those cases where this Agreement expressly grants them a different meaning.
CLAUSE THREE: SERVICE CHARACTERISTICS
3.1 The Transportation Service covered by this Agreement is established over the base of Binding service pursuant to applicable characteristics established in the Service Guidelines.
3.2 The Parties declare knowing the working conditions this Transportation Service is subject to according to the Service Guidelines and the BOOT Agreement.
3.3 Except what is stated in the Service Guidelines, the Transportation Service provided as per this Agreement shall not be subject to reduction or interruption by the Concessionaire.
CLAUSE FOUR: TERM AND DURATION
4.1 This Agreement shall be effective from the date of signature and shall remain in force until the last date of daily reserved capacities stated on Appendix B herein.
4.2 The parties state that, since this Agreement unifies the 2007 Binding Agreement and the Las Flores Agreement, the Transportation Service was started on the date stated by each of the corresponding Agreements. The Transportation Fee according to Daily Reserved Capacity established on Appendix B herein was therefore paid starting from such day.
CLAUSE FIVE: RECEPTION POINT
5.1 The User shall deliver the Natural Gas to the Concessionaire or have it delivered to the Reception Point stated on Appendix A herein and at the gas pipeline operation pressure and within the ranges established in Appendix A.
The User guarantees that they shall possess or control the Natural Gas provided to the Concessionaire in the Reception Point and have the right to deliver it or have it delivered in their name.
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Reception and delivery of Natural Gas pursuant this Agreement shall not be considered as affecting or modifying ownership of Natural Gas.
The User also agrees to keep the Concessionaire free of damages for any complaint, action or prejudice caused by any third party, controversy or dispute initiated regarding the ownership of Natural Gas provided for transportation or due to any interest in said Natural Gas.
5.2 In the event the Concessionaire increases or lowers the maximum operational pressure for the Transportation System at the Reception Point, the maximum allowable Natural Gas pressure the User delivers or has delivered by others at the Reception Point shall be increased or lowered accordingly, after the Concessionaire send a written notification to the User at least thirty (30) days in advance.
5.3 During operation days, the Concessionaire is not obliged to receive Natural Gas over the volume authorized by the Agreement herein and established in the Service Guidelines.
5.4 At the Reception Point stated on Appendix A, the User shall provide the Concessionaire the Authorized volume of Natural Gas, which shall have a Gross Calorific Value no lower than 8 800 Kcal/m3 std or higher than 10 300 kcal/m3 std, pursuant to what is established on the Eight supplementary provision of the Service Guidelines.
The Concessionaire is not obliged to receive Natural Gas with Gross Calorific Value outside the range established in the previous paragraph.
The Concessionaire shall inform the User immediately after being made aware that Natural Gas injected into the Transportation System does not comply with the specifications stated herein, without this notice implying any responsibility for the Concessionaire regarding said Natural Gas injection.
CLAUSE SIX: DELIVERY POINTS
6.1 Upon requirement, the Concessionaire shall provide the User, or a third party on behalf of the User, Natural gas contracted with a Gross Calorific Value no lower than 8 800 Kcal/m3 std or higher than 10 300 Kcal/m3 std, at a pressure no lower than that established on Appendix A and on one or more Delivery Points stated on Appendix A, pursuant to what is established in the Eight Supplementary provision of the Service Guidelines.
The User shall not be obliged to receive Natural Gas with Gross Calorific Value below 8 800 Kcal/m3std or above 10 300 Kcal/m3std, or without the quality and pressure stated on Appendix A. In no circumstances shall the Concessionaire be responsible for any variations in the Gross Calorific Value that may be generated in the Transportation System, unless said variation was due to a cause attributable to the Concessionaire.
6.2 The Natural Gas is under the care and responsibility of the Concessionaire, from the moment it is injected at the Reception Point until it is delivered to the User in the Delivery Point(s) stated on Appendix A, according to what is established on the Service Guidelines.
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CLAUSE SEVEN: CAPACITIES
7.1 The Daily Reserved capacity for this Agreement is as established in Appendix B.
7.2 During an Operative day, the User shall not receive a volume of Natural Gas from the Transportation System above the authorized amount per day. If the User were not to comply with this, then the Concessionaire shall have the right to apply charges, penalties and other measures established in the Service Guidelines, Dispatch Guidelines and in this Agreement without prejudice to the payment for compensation of duly proven damages and prejudices caused to the Concessionaire as exclusive and direct consequence of said lack of compliance.
7.3 The Parties declare that the Daily Reserved Capacity agreement refers to the Natural Gas volume to be delivered at Delivery Points, regardless of the mixture of gasses produced in the Transportation System and that the Natural gas must be within the ranges allowed by the Service Guidelines and the Agreement herein.
The Concessionaire agrees to keep a power balance. Within the Agreement obligations regarding volumes at Delivery Point(s), the User shall have the right to receive all power assigned to them at the Reception Point, accepting adjustments in subsequent Natural Gas injections. The Concessionaire agrees to provide the User all information needed to calculate said power balance.
7.4 If, during any operative day, there is a difference between (a) the total amount of volumes stated for such operative day according to the capacities required by the User pursuant to this Agreement and (b) the total amount of volumes delivered at the Delivery Point for said operative day (an Operational Reduction), then the Capacity Reservation fee shall be reduced by an amount equivalent to one time the transportation fee applicable for the Operational Reduction volume, pursuant to Article 49° of Service Guidelines.
In the event the Operational Reduction is not due to Force Majeure, emergency situations or crises, or due to a programmed Transportation System maintenance pursuant to Regulations or Service Guidelines, then the Capacity Reservation fee shall be reduced, aside from what is stated in this number, in one time (1) the Transportation fee applicable for the Operational Reduction volume, under the concept of Agreement penalty.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, the amount corresponding to the Capacity Reservation fee shall not be reduced if the Operational Reduction is caused because (i) User is unable to deliver Natural Gas volumes at the Delivery Point; and/or (ii) User is unable to receive Natural Gas volumes at the Delivery Point, unless this is due to Force Majeure, in such case the Capacity Reservation fee shall be reduced by an amount equivalent to the Transportation fee applicable for the Operational Reduction volume. The Capacity Reservation fee reduction established on Clause 7.4 shall be the only penalty and/or compensation the Concessionaire shall be obliged to pay the User as result of an Operational Reduction and/or any consequence derived from such.
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CLAUSE EIGHT: FEES AND INVOICING
8.1 The User shall pay the Concessionaire the amount resulting of applying a Capacity Reservation fee for providing the Binding service from Reception Point to Delivery Point.
8.2 The current Capacity Reservation fee to be applied is defined on Appendix C herein and it shall be updated for the purposes of this Agreement according to modifications approved by OSINERGMIN for each tax period. To such end, it shall be enough for OSINERGMIN to publish a ruling in the El Peruano official gazette stating the new official Fee the Concessionaire may ask for.
8.3 Invoices shall include the Capacity Reservation fee and other charges or penalties applicable according to what is stated on the Service Guidelines.
The invoicing shall also discount from the Capacity Reservation fee the corresponding the advance payment for Main Network Guarantee approved by OSINERGMIN, pursuant to Appendix C herein.
8.4 Invoices shall be issued monthly in United States dollars (US$) and may be paid by the User in said currency or in Nuevos Soles (S/.) to the exchange currency rate for the previous day, according to the United States of America dollar sale value established by the Superintendency of Banks, Insurance and Pension Fund Administrators, corresponding to the Offer and Demand price- weighted currency sale exchange rate or any that replaces it according to what is published in the El Peruano official gazette on the day of the effective payment.
8.5 Also, the Concessionaire invoice shall differentiate any taxes charged to the User, according to applicable laws.
8.6 The Concessionaire shall issue and deliver their invoice for the Transportation Service provided to the User during the previous month. This must be done during the first five (5) days of the period following the invoiced period and at least seven (7) days before the payment is due. Payment for the hired Binding service does not depend on effective use. In the event there are Operational Reductions, what is stated on Number 7.4 shall apply. Article 27° of the Service Guidelines shall apply in the event Concessionaire invoice issuance is delayed.
The User must pay the invoiced amount presented by the Concessionaire by the twentieth (20) day of the month following the invoiced period at the latest, to the accounts the Concessionaire specifies to such end.
In the event the Transportation Service starts or ends in a day different from the first or last day of the month, respectively, the Capacity Reservation fee shall be invoiced for the corresponding period of time.
8.7 Delinquent amount on User payment obligations shall be automatic past due date and with no need for announcement.
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8.8 Lack of payment for any Binding service invoice shall accrue compensatory interests for the unpaid amount, which shall be applicable from the corresponding invoice due date until the payment is performed. From the tenth day on, a default interest equivalent to fifteen percent (15%) of such previously stated compensatory interests shall also be applied until the debt is paid.
The maximum compensatory interest fee applicable shall be the average of the active rate in foreign currency (TAMEX) and the passive interest rate in foreign currency (TIPMEX) published daily by the Superintendency of Banking, Insurance and Private Pension Funds,
This procedure shall also be applicable to any reimbursement of excess payments from the User to the Concessionaire.
Upon request, the Concessionaire shall inform the User about the type of interest and periods established.
8.9 Any User complaint based on invoicing mistakes shall be solved by the Concessionaire in a period of fifteen (15) calendar days counted from the day it is presented. The Concessionaire shall not be able to request payment of the invoice subject to complaint until such complaint is solved in compliance, if applicable, with Clause Sixteen.
The Parties also agree that any overpaid or underpaid amount shall be subject to compensatory and moratorium interests from the date the corresponding invoice is due or until the new payment date, as corresponds (in the case of amounts subject to complaints). Said amounts shall be given to the User or paid to the Concessionaire, as applicable, within five (5) days after the complaint resolution notice is given.
CLAUSE NINE: MEASUREMENT EQUIPMENT
9.1 Natural Gas measurements pursuant this Agreement shall be performed at the Reception Point using Custody Transfer measurement equipment installed in the Malvinas Separator Plant, and at Delivery Points through the Measurement Stations installed by the User or Delivery Operator, at locations stated in Appendix A.
9.2 Values obtained from measurements shall be expressed in standard cubic meters (m3), understanding as such those measured at 15°C and 101,325 Kpa.
9.3 The User or Delivery Operator, as corresponds, shall operate and maintain the Measurement stations and their equipment, or have them operated and maintained by third parties with adequate knowledge for such operations.
The Measurement system shall be understood to mean the measurement bridge, its transmitters, chromatographers and/or continuous samplers, flow computers and filters.
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Measurement stations, including the measurement system at each Delivery Point, shall be permanently connected to the Concessionaires Scada system in order to provide real-time communication.
By signing this Agreement, the User expressly authorizes the Concessionaire to enter into the Measurement stations at Delivery points stated in Appendix A, as well as perform all actions considered in the Service Guidelines. This authorization provided herein extends to duly identified Concessionaire contractors. The Parties agree to sign all agreements necessary for Delivery Point operation. In the event there is a Delivery Operator, this authorization shall by adjusted in compliance with the corresponding operation agreements signed or to be signed with the Delivery Operator and/or the User.
9.5 The Parties declare that, to all purposes and according to what is stated on the Service Guidelines, measurements considered at Delivery Points stated on clause 9.1 shall be those performed by the Concessionaire or Delivery Operator, as corresponds. In the event there is a Delivery Operator, the measurements reported by them shall be considered, dividing information by User and using it for all objectives established in the Agreement herein. The Parties agree that the Concessionaire shall not be responsible for any differences between what is reported by the Delivery Operator and the volumes measured in User facilities. Also, verification of Measuring systems and/or correction of inaccurate measurements will be performed according to what is stated on the Service Guidelines.
9.6 User and Concessionaire shall have the right to be present for any procedure performed to the Measurement system at the Delivery Point.
CLAUSE TEN: UNBALANCES
10.1 When the User causes any unbalance, they shall pay the Concessionaire for any costs, charges and penalties applicable according to what is stated on the Service Guidelines and Dispatch guidelines.
10.2 Pursuant to Service Guidelines, the Concessionaire shall not be responsible for any damages and prejudices caused by Operative unbalances provoked by third parties.
10.3 The User agrees to keep the Concessionaire free of damages caused by any complaint, action or prejudice caused by any unbalance not allowed by the Service Guidelines or Dispatch Guidelines and that may have been provoked by the User. The Concessionaire shall try to take measures corresponding to a responsible and prudent operator pursuant to the generally accepted gas industry practices.
CLAUSE ELEVEN: OPERATIVE PROCEDURE
11.1 Parties shall comply with the procedures established in the Service and Dispatch Guidelines regarding nomination of Natural gas volumes, as well as confirmation, reprogramming and any other operative activity.
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11.2 The Concessionaire may reduce or reject Transportation requests for values over the Daily Reserved Capacity stated in this Agreement.
11.3 Parties may agree on operational activities not considered in current guidelines, in order to allow an efficient coordination and safe operation of the Transportation System. Also, at the beginning of each calendar year the Concessionaire shall inform the User about annual Transportation System maintenance and inspection activities. Information provided by the Concessionaire to the User shall be referential and not generate any responsibility for the Parties. According to what is stated on applicable regulations, the Concessionaire shall inform about maintenance performance schedules.
CLAUSE TWELVE: NATURAL GAS QUALITY AND TECHNICAL CONDITIONS
12.1 The Natural Gas provided to the Concessionaire by the User or a third party on their behalf at the Reception Point and the Natural Gas provided by the Concessionaire to the User at the Delivery Point shall comply with quality specifications and technical conditions provided for in the Service Guidelines, as stated on Appendix A.
12.2 Neither the Concessionaire nor the User are obliged to receive Natural Gas when such does not comply with the specifications provided for in this Clause and Appendix A. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the User shall not be exempt from their obligation to pay the Capacity Reservation fee in the event the Concessionaire refuses to accept Natural Gas offered by the User or by a third party on their behalf because it does not comply with the minimum specifications established in this Agreement. In the event the User refuses to accept Natural Gas due to its being outside the specifications stated on Appendix A due to causes attributable to the Concessionaire, then this shall constitute an Operational Reduction and reductions and penalties provided for in section 7.4 shall be applied.
In order to avoid doubt, it is expressly stated that rejection is only applicable as long as the aforementioned situation lasts (Natural Gas not complying with the minimum specifications provided for in this Agreement), and only in regards to the volume of Natural Gas that does not comply with said specifications.
CLAUSE THIRTEEN: TRANSFERENCE
13.1 With the exception of the dispositions state on Number 13.2 of the clause herein, the User shall not be able to transfer their rights and obligations arising from this Agreement without previous formal written authorization from the Concessionaire, which cannot be denied or delayed without duly justified cause.
13.2 The User is authorized to transfer their contractual position in the Agreement herein. To such end, the Concessionaire provides anticipate consent for such transfer to take place on the condition the transferee:
(i) Complies with the requirements and obligations this Agreement demands of the User, including Clause Fifteen herein,
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(ii) Is a legal entity having known reputation and solvency in the eyes of the Concessionaire, who must show justified reasons for refusing their agreement within a period of fifteen working days. Lack of answer after such period shall be considered as acceptation; and,
(iii) Has obtained all administrative authorizations that may be needed to assume the Users contractual position.
CLAUSE FOURTEEN: TERMINATION AND BREACHES OF AGREEMENT
14.1 Any breach of agreement shall provide the affected Party with the possibility to terminate the Agreement shall they choose to do so. The following procedure must be followed:
a) | The affected Party shall notify the offending Party of their intention to terminate the Agreement, indicating the reason or reasons for such decisions and providing an opportunity for the other Party to correct their breach within fifteen (15) calendar days after receiving such notice; |
b) | In the event that the offending Party corrects the cause or causes referenced by the affected Party before the end of the term stated on the aforementioned paragraph a), the Agreement shall continue to be fully valid; |
c) | If the offending Party is unable to eliminate the cause or causes for termination before the end of the term stated on the aforementioned paragraph a), the affected Party shall be able to terminate the Agreement; and, |
d) | Termination of the Agreement shall not affect Concessionaire rights to receive payments for Transportation Services provided to the User before the Agreement termination date. On the other hand, the User maintains their right to receive the volume of Natural Gas they may have paid for up to the Agreement Termination date. |
14.2 The Parties also agree that, notwithstanding the Affected Partys decision to terminate the Agreement as consequence of a breach of contract by the other Party, in the event said breach causes damages and/or prejudices to the affected Party, then said Party shall be able to require compensation from the offending Party for said damages, pursuant to the Civil Code. In such cases, none of the Parties shall be responsible before the other for any loss of income, use, production, agreements, savings or any other loss or indirect damages one of the Parties may suffer, except in the event of gross negligence or fraud by one of the Parties.
14.3 Also, if the User should not comply with renewing the Bond Letter mentioned in section 15.1 c) within the period stated therein, or if it should not provide the supplementary Bond Letter in the event of partial performance, then the Concessionaire shall be able to terminate the Agreement and/or enforce the Bond Letter, without prejudice of requiring a compensation for any damages said lack of compliance may cause.
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14.4 Lack of compliance due to Acts of God or Force Majeure is subject to Service Guidelines regulations. Any of the Parties may terminate the Agreement in the event a duly accredited Act of God or Force Majeure the Parties agree on were to last for a period longer than six (6) months. To do so, they shall send a communication by means of a Notary to the other Party, stating their decision to enforce this termination clause. The Agreement shall be terminated in full after a period of thirty (30) calendar days from the date said communication is received. After the Agreement is terminated as mentioned, the Party that has any unfulfilled debts or obligations shall fulfill them within a period of less than five calendar days after the termination date. In such cases, the Concessionaire may enforce the guarantee mentioned in paragraph c) of Clause 15.1. Instead of terminating the Agreement due to the scenario established in this clause, the Parties may agree to reduce the Daily Reserved Capacity.
14.5 The User declares that, as of the date the Transportation Service starts, they qualify as an Independent consumer according to what is stated in number 2.9 of Supreme Decree Nº 042-99-EM. The Concessionaire shall be able to verify compliance with this qualification every six months. In the event the Concessionaire were to verify the User does not comply with said qualification, the Concessionaire shall be able to terminate the Agreement according to what is established in this Clause, unless the User proves without a doubt that they shall comply with said qualification in the future.
CLAUSE FIFTEEN: GUARANTEES AND PENALTIES
15.1 During the validity of the Agreement, the User agrees to maintain at least one of the guarantees listed below current, from the date the Transportation Service starts until thirty (30) days after the end of this Agreement. From time to time, the User shall have the right to replace the guarantees offered to the Concessionaire, after obtaining written consent from the Concessionaire pursuant to the terms established in the clause herein:
a) | Keep a public risk rating (The Risk Rating) (i) for long-term senior debts, granted by a risk rating agency at least BBB international (or its equivalent) or by a local risk rating agency at least AAA or (ii) for common shares, granted by a local risk rating agency, no lower than first category (or its equivalent) or, failing this; |
b) | Obtain one or more User shareholders or one or more of the Users shareholder companies, regardless of rank limit, to maintain a public risk rating (i) for long-term senior debts, granted by a risk rating agency, no lower than BBB international (or its equivalent) or by a local risk rating agency no lower than AAA or (ii) for common shares, granted by a local risk rating agency, no lower than first category (or its equivalent); and for them to provide, at the date this Agreement is signed, a joint guarantee satisfying the Concessionaire for fulfillment of all obligations undertaken pursuant to this Agreement herein or failing this; |
c) | The User shall provide the Concessionaire a bank Bond Letter to their satisfaction at the date this Agreement is signed, issued on their favor to guarantee a complete and timely compliance of payments corresponding to |
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the invoices for two (2) calendar months. Said Bond Letter shall be issued for a period of at least thirteen (13) months and renewed automatically for similar periods upon its maturity. The User is obliged to provide said renewal at least thirty (30) days before maturity of the previous Bond Letter. In the event the User does not provide said renewal within the agreed period, the Concessionaire shall proceed according to what is stated on number 15.2, without prejudice of the User providing a new Bond Letter to the Concessionaire in compliance with the characteristics stated to continue supporting their obligations as per this Agreement. |
The Bond Letter shall be irrevocable, unconditional, joint, without benefit of discussion and automatic in Peru. It must also be issued by a first-level, duly qualified financial system entity domiciled in Peru and listed on Appendix D herein. Appendix D shall be updated by agreement between the Parties.
In the event such Bond Letter is enforced, the User agrees to provide the Concessionaire a supplementary Bond Letter for the amount enforced or a new bond letter for the initial total amount within a period of no more than ten (10) days counted from the date the original Bond Letter is enforced. In the event the User does not comply with renewing the Bond Letter, the Concessionaire shall be able to terminate this Agreement.
According to what is stated on paragraphs b) and c), when the User increases the Daily Reserved Capacity established in Appendix B, the User shall substitute the guarantee at least twelve (12) calendar months before the date said reserved capacity is to increase with a guarantee equivalent to the new Daily Reserved Capacity.
In the event the User complies with numbers a) of the Clause herein, they must provide the Concessionaire a copy of their current risk rating to date before thirty (30) days after their request. Also, if there are variations in the stated rating, the User shall notify the fact to the Concessionaire within ten (10) days after such variation occurs.
In the event the User does not comply with keeping the guarantees described, then the Concessionaire shall be able to terminate the Agreement by means of a Notarized letter regarding the subject, after having sent a notice by means of a Notary granting ten (10) days to rectify such neglect.
15.2 The Bond letters or, if applicable, guarantees mentioned in this Agreement clause, shall be executed: i) upon lack of invoice payment; ii) in the event the Agreement is terminated by the User for a cause not justified in the Agreement; iii) in the event the User does not comply with renovating the compulsory Bond Letter in the established period or iv) in the event the User does not provide the supplementary Bond Letter for partial performance.
15.3 If the User were to obtain a risk rating according to what is established on paragraph a) of number 15.1 herein, they may replace the guarantee mentioned on paragraph b) or c) of number 15.1 herein.
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Likewise, if they were to lose said risk rating, they shall provide the guarantee stated on paragraph b) or c) of number 15.1 herein within a period of no more than ten (10) days after the fact.
Also, failure to provide said guarantees shall be cause for termination under the same terms established on number 14.1 c).
CLAUSE SIXTEEN: ARBITRATION
16.1 Any dispute, complaint or conflict between the Parties as consequence of the signing, execution and/or interpretation of the Agreement herein, shall be solved in a friendly and direct way (direct dealings).
16.2 Aforementioned direct dealings between Parties shall be performed during a period of twenty (20) days counted from the date one of the Parties informs the other by writing about the existence of a conflict or dispute.
16.3 If the dispute, complaint or conflict cannot be solved by the Parties within the aforementioned period of direct dealings, any of the Parties shall be able to unilaterally submit it to an arbitration court, as long as the dispute involves a non-technical topic or, if the topic were technical, if it involves an amount higher than US $100,000.00 (One hundred thousand United States dollars). In the event the technical or non-technical character of the conflict or its value cannot be established, it shall be submitted to an arbitration court.
16.4 Conflicts regarding technical matters and amounts below those previously stated for arbitration may be submitted for expert decisions (hereinafter, the Expert), who shall act as an impartial arbitrator.
16.5 The Expert shall be appointed by mutual agreement of the Parties within five (5) days after the dispute is determined. The Expert shall be a national or foreign expert with ample experience in the topic of dispute, with no conflict of interests with either of the Parties at the time of appointment or after. In the event the Parties cannot agree on Expert appointment, then the Expert shall be appointed by the Peruvian Engineers Association in a term of no more than five (5) days counted after such Association receives a request from any of the Parties, once the term for the Parties to agree on appointing an Expert has ended.
16.6 Once the Expert has agreed to this position, he or she shall indicate a date to start actions. Unless the Expert states a different procedure upon agreement with the Parties, the following shall apply: (a) within ten (10) days from such date, each Party shall present their opinion to the Expert, offering relevant proof; (b) The Expert shall take this written document to the other Party for it to express their own position within ten (10) days as they see fit; (c) once this period is over, the Expert shall call an audience between Parties to present all necessary proof and for the Parties to each present an oral narration of their arguments before the Expert, who shall be able to ask questions and request all explanations deemed pertinent; (d) the Expert shall prepare a preliminary decision, which shall be notified to the Parties within ten (10) days after the audience is held; (e) the Parties shall have a period of ten (10) days to prepare and deliver their comments regarding such preliminary decision to the Expert; (f) the Expert shall issue their final decision on
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the dispute within ten (10) days after receiving comments from the Parties regarding the preliminary decision or at the end of the period stated to present such comments, whichever comes first. The procedure to resolve a technical dispute shall be performed in the city of Lima, Peru, unless the Expert considers there is a need for tests to be performed in other cities, in which case the terms shall be extended for the necessary periods. The Experts decision shall be considered as definitive and obligatory for the Parties, and cannot be contested.
16.7 The Expert must keep absolute reserve and confidentiality regarding the information they are made aware of due to their participation in solving a Technical dispute.
16.8 Arbitration shall be made known and submitted to the decision of a court composed by three (3) arbitrators. Each Party shall appoint one (1) arbitrator, and these two arbitrators shall appoint the third in a term of no more than ten (10) calendar days. This last arbitrator shall also act as President of the Arbitration Court. In the event these two (2) arbitrators do not agree on appointing the president, any of the Parties may request the President of the Lima Chamber of Commerce for such appointment. The arbitration shall be performed according to the regulations and statutes of the Center of National and International Conciliation and Arbitration of the Lima Chamber of Commerce current at the time of arbitration. The Parties submit unconditionally to all Center rules, management and decisions. The arbitration shall be performed in Lima, using Spanish.
16.9 The courts decision shall be final, definite and compulsory for both Parties. Therefore, the Parties expressly renounce to file any appeal resources. The arbitration courts decision shall only be annulled if it incurs in any of the causes provided for in the new Arbitration Law approved by Legislative Decree N° 1071 (the New Arbitration Law), in which case the Judges and courts of the Judicial district of Cercado de Lima shall be competent.
16.10 In the event any of the Parties requests the aforementioned annulment: if the decision appealed solves only technical issues or any that cannot be expressed in money, then they shall add, aside from all requirements stated in the New Arbitration Law, a Bond Letter for an amount of US $100,000.00 (One hundred thousand American dollars), and if the decision regards money controversies, a Bond Letter for the amount the courts decided the Party presenting such request for annulment should pay. In any case, the Bond Letter shall be issued in favor of the Party that did not file for annulment. It must be granted by an entity of the Peruvian financial system listed on Appendix D herein and delivered to the Judicial Power. The Bond Letter shall be returned by the Judicial Power to the Party that filed for annulment only in the event said annulment is declared as justified. If not, the Judicial Power shall grant the aforementioned Bond Letter to the other Party.
16.11 Expenses due to arbitration and/or Expert procedure fees shall be completely paid for by the Party that was not granted the decision. In the event neither of the claims was completely granted, payment shall be determined by the Arbitration court or the Expert, as applicable.
16.12 Any arbitration procedure topics not regulated by this Clause shall be governed pursuant to the New Arbitration Law.
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CLAUSE SEVENTEEN: DOMICILES AND NOTICES
17.1 The Parties determine their domiciles, where any notices sent shall be valid, at:
| The Concessionaire: Av. Victor Andrés Belaúnde 147, Vía Principal 155- Torre Real 3, Of. 501 Centro Empresarial Real San Isidro, Lima. |
| The User: Av. Santo Toribio Nº 115, Piso 7, San Isidro, Province and Department of Lima. |
17.2 Any change in domicile must be irrefutably notified to the other Party. If it is not done, the previous domicile shall remain valid. Acceptance of the new domicile shall only be valid starting from the date said notice of the change is received.
17.3 All operational communications involving, among other things, presenting nominations, reprogramming, authorizations, balances or other communication related to daily office management, as well as those related to emergency situations may be sent by fax, e-mail or through any other system appointed for such end, must be addressed to the following persons and telephones:
Name of person in charge |
Telephone |
Fax number | ||||
Concessionaire |
Edilberto Amaya | 677-7814 | 677-7815 | |||
User |
Sala de Control KALLPA | 706-7845 | 422-4487 |
Previously stated information can be modified by the Parties from time to time. Said information shall only be valid starting on the date the notice of change is received.
17.4 Notices provided pursuant to this Clause shall be considered as valid and received: (i) upon delivery date, when delivered in person by a courier or messenger service with proof of receipt, or (ii) upon the date stated on the printed fax confirmation, in the event the notice is sent to the numbers previously stated via fax, with records issued by the fax machine used.
CLAUSE EIGHTEEN: LEGISLATION AND JURISDICTION
This Agreement shall be interpreted and carried out according to current Republic of Peru laws.
CLAUSE NINETEEN: MISCELLANEOUS
19.1 Appendixes herein are integral part of this Agreement.
19.2 This Agreement and its Appendixes, which are an integral part of the Agreement herein, constitute the complete agreement between the Parties and replace all previous agreements, written or spoken, product of negotiations between the Parties regarding the purpose of this Agreement.
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19.3 What is stated in the Regulations, Service Guidelines and Dispatch guidelines shall be applicable for all topics not considered.
19.4. Titles and headings appearing in each Clause herein have been written by the Parties only as reference and ease when reading the Agreement. In such sense, the Parties expressly recognize that said titles and headings do not mean, in any case, to inform about the significance or reach of the Clause that bears them.
CLAUSE TWENTY:
The Parties declare that Agreement clauses shall be adapted in the event they are in conflict with what is stated in the Dispatch Guidelines approved by the Ministry of Energy and Mines. For such adaptation, the Parties shall subscribe the corresponding Addendum in order to modify the Agreement.
CLAUSE TWENTY-ONE: UNIFICATION OF AGREEMENTS
According to what is established on Numbers 9 and 10 of the Agreement background herein, the Parties accept to unify the 2007 Binding Agreement and later addenda with the Las Flores Agreement. Therefore, from this date on, the Agreement herein completely replaces such documents and regulates any juridical effects of the unified agreements, which are no longer valid.
May you, Mr. Notary Public, add the introduction and conclusion required by law and any other corresponding information.
This document is signed in the city of Lima, in three (3) identical copies with a single effect on April 01, 2014.
For the Concessionaire: | For the User: | |
Ricardo Ferreiro General Manager |
Rosa María Flores Araoz Deputy General Manager | |
Tomás Delgado Farizo Representative |
Irwin Frisancho Triveño Commercial Manager |
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APPENDIX A
RECEPTION POINT
Location: Liquid Separator Plant in Malvinas Unit MAU 5700
Minimum Natural Gas pressure to be delivered by the User: 37.5 Bar
Maximum Natural Gas pressure to be delivered by the User: 147 Bar-absolute
DELIVERY POINT
Location: El City Gate Lurin Unidad U 2201. The User shall also have two (2) additional delivery points in: i) Kallpa thermal plant and ii) Las Flores thermal plant, both located in the district of Chilca. The User may use the CRD for any of the stated Delivery Points and may distribute it between them. The Parties recognize the maximum natural gas delivery capacity for each Delivery Point is of 3 964 358 m3/day, therefore the User may withdraw from the System a volume of Natural gas that does not exceed said capacity per Delivery Point.
Minimum guaranteed delivery pressure: 40 Bar absolute
Maximum delivery pressure on Reception Point: 147 Bar absolute
Maximum levels of contaminants allowed for Natural Gas delivery:
Total sulfur |
: 15 mg/m3 | |
H2S |
: 3 mg/m3 | |
CO2 |
: 2% in Volume | |
Total inert gasses |
: 4% in Volume | |
Free water |
: 0 | |
Water steam |
: 65 mg/m3 | |
Dew point for Hydrocarbons |
: -4°C at 5500 Kpa | |
Solid particles |
: 1 ppm for particles above 10 microns |
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APPENDIX B
DAILY RESERVE CAPACITY (CRD IN SPANISH) FOR TRANSPORTATION
Start of service |
Daily reserved capacity (m3 std/day) | |
From May 01, 2009 to December 14, 2009 |
1 250 000 | |
From December 15, 2009 to March 31, 2010 |
1 698 831 | |
From April 01, 2010 to August 13, 2010 |
2 948 831 | |
From August 14, 2010 to March 31, 2014 |
3 154 870 | |
From April 01, 2014 to March 20, 2020 |
3 354 182 | |
From March 21, 2020 to March 31, 2030 |
3 154 870 | |
From April 01, 2030 to December 31, 2033 |
2 948 831 |
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APPENDIX C
CAPACITY RESERVE FEE
The User declares that the Natural Gas to be transported by the Concessionaires Transportation System shall be used to generate power and that the monthly fee for capacity reserve is as follows:
Fee for reserve: |
CRD X TR X 365/12 | |||||
TC |
Where:
CRD: Daily Reserved Capacity, specified on Appendix B
TR: Regulated fee for Power generators in Nuevos Soles, according to fee rulings approved by OSINERGMIN for each pricing period, without considering the Discount Factor (FD in Spanish) specified by OSINERGMIN for said pricing period and considering the price adjustments specified in the corresponding price ruling.
TC: Rate determined by OSINERGMIN to exchange the Regulated fee from US$ to Nuevos Soles.
There shall also be a discount for Main Network Guarantee downpayment charged by the Concessionaire according to the rulings published by OSINERGMIN, as follows:
GRP discount: |
CRD X TR X 365/12 X (1-FD) | |||||
TC |
FD: Discount factor, defined on official letter OSINERG Nº 006-2005-OS/CD or any future modification thereof, as corresponds.
In no case shall the Reservation Charge minus the GRP discount be different than the amount resulting from applying the corresponding OSINERGMIN Regulated fee.
In the event OSINERGMIN were to publish prices in dollars, then the aforementioned exchange rate shall not apply.
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APPENDIX D
Financial system entities duly qualified and domiciles in Peru:
| Banco de Crédito (BCP) |
| Banco Continental BBVA |
| Citibank |
| Interbank |
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Exhibit 4.5
TURNKEY ENGINEERING, PROCUREMENT AND CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR
THE CERRO DEL AGUILA HYDROELECTRIC POWER PLANT
between
Cerro del Aguila SA
and
A joint venture comprising Astaldi S.p.A. and GyM SA
Table of Contents
I. |
INTERPRETATION |
1 | ||||||
1.1 |
Definitions |
1 | ||||||
1.2 |
Headings |
15 | ||||||
1.3 |
Interpretation |
15 | ||||||
II. |
OWNER |
16 | ||||||
2.1 |
Access to and Possession of the Project Areas |
16 | ||||||
2.2 |
Permits, Licenses or Approvals |
17 | ||||||
2.3 |
Owners Right to do Work |
17 | ||||||
III. |
OWNERS REPRESENTATIVE |
18 | ||||||
3.1 |
Owners Representatives Duties and Authority |
18 | ||||||
3.2 |
No Implied Waiver |
18 | ||||||
3.3 |
Owners Representatives Authority to Delegate |
18 | ||||||
3.4 |
Owners Representatives Instructions |
19 | ||||||
IV. |
SUPERVISOR |
19 | ||||||
4.1 |
General Obligations |
19 | ||||||
4.2 |
Supervisors Rights |
20 | ||||||
4.3 |
Control and Monitoring of the Project Schedule |
20 | ||||||
4.4 |
Reporting |
20 | ||||||
4.5 |
Supervisors duties during Warranty Period |
21 | ||||||
V. |
CONTRACTOR |
21 | ||||||
5.1 |
General Obligations |
21 | ||||||
5.2 |
Contractors Representative |
22 | ||||||
5.3 |
Coordination of the Works |
23 | ||||||
5.4 |
Subcontractors |
24 | ||||||
5.5 |
Assignment of Subcontractors Obligations |
25 | ||||||
5.6 |
Setting Out |
25 | ||||||
5.7 |
Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) |
25 | ||||||
5.8 |
Existing Project Data |
25 | ||||||
5.9 |
Foundations and Tunnels |
27 | ||||||
5.10 |
Access to the Concession Area |
27 | ||||||
5.11 |
Project Schedule |
28 | ||||||
5.12 |
Progress Reports and Meetings |
29 | ||||||
5.13 |
Contractors Equipment |
30 | ||||||
5.14 |
Safety Precautions |
30 | ||||||
5.15 |
Protection of the Environment |
31 | ||||||
5.16 |
Public Relations with the Local Communities |
32 | ||||||
5.17 |
Clearance of Project Areas |
32 | ||||||
5.18 |
Security of the Project Areas |
33 | ||||||
5.19 |
Contractors Operations on Project Areas |
33 | ||||||
5.20 |
Remains |
34 |
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5.21 |
Use of Explosives |
34 | ||||||
5.22 |
Water Borne Traffic |
35 | ||||||
5.23 |
Training Program |
35 | ||||||
5.24 |
Participation |
35 | ||||||
VI. |
DESIGN |
35 | ||||||
6.1 |
Design of the Works |
35 | ||||||
6.2 |
Construction Documents and Workbook |
36 | ||||||
6.3 |
Contractors Undertaking |
37 | ||||||
6.4 |
Technical Standards and Regulations |
38 | ||||||
6.5 |
Samples |
38 | ||||||
6.6 |
As-Built Drawings |
38 | ||||||
6.7 |
Operation and Maintenance Manuals |
39 | ||||||
6.8 |
Error by Contractor |
39 | ||||||
6.9 |
Patent Rights |
39 | ||||||
VII. |
STAFF AND LABOR |
39 | ||||||
7.1 |
Engagement of Staff and Labor |
39 | ||||||
7.2 |
Rates of Wages and Conditions of Labor |
40 | ||||||
7.3 |
Persons in the Service of Others |
40 | ||||||
7.4 |
Labor Laws |
40 | ||||||
7.5 |
Working Hours |
41 | ||||||
7.6 |
Facilities for Staff and Labor |
41 | ||||||
7.7 |
Health and Safety |
41 | ||||||
7.8 |
Contractors Superintendence |
42 | ||||||
7.9 |
Contractors Personnel |
42 | ||||||
7.10 |
Disorderly Conduct |
43 | ||||||
7.11 |
Alcoholic Liquor or Drugs |
43 | ||||||
7.12 |
Contractors Organizational Chart |
43 | ||||||
7.13 |
Labor Actions |
43 | ||||||
VIII. |
MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP |
44 | ||||||
8.1 |
Manner of Execution |
44 | ||||||
8.2 |
Delivery to the Concession Area |
44 | ||||||
8.3 |
Inspection |
45 | ||||||
8.4 |
Testing |
45 | ||||||
8.5 |
Rejection |
46 | ||||||
8.6 |
Ownership of Major Items of Equipment, Materials or Other Works |
46 | ||||||
IX. |
COMMENCEMENT, DELAYS AND SUSPENSION |
46 | ||||||
9.1 |
Time for Completion |
47 | ||||||
9.2 |
Extension of Time for Completion |
47 | ||||||
9.3 |
Extension of the Time for Completion |
49 | ||||||
9.5 |
Rate of Progress |
50 | ||||||
9.6 |
Liquidated Damages for Delay and Bonuses |
51 | ||||||
9.7 |
Suspension of Works |
52 | ||||||
9.8 |
Consequences of Suspension |
53 |
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9.9 |
Prolonged Suspension |
53 | ||||||
9.10 |
Resumption of Works |
53 | ||||||
9.11 |
Burden of Proof |
53 | ||||||
X. |
PERFORMANCE TESTS |
53 | ||||||
10.1 |
Contractors Obligations |
53 | ||||||
10.2 |
Preparation and Timing for Performance Tests |
54 | ||||||
10.3 |
Punch List |
54 | ||||||
10.4 |
Conduct of Performance Tests |
55 | ||||||
10.5 |
Failure to Achieve Performance Guarantee Level |
56 | ||||||
10.6 |
Interference with Performance Tests |
57 | ||||||
10.7 |
Issuance of Certificates |
57 | ||||||
10.8 |
Modifications to Achieve Passage of Performance Tests |
57 | ||||||
10.9 |
Early Operation |
57 | ||||||
10.10 |
Increased Capacity Bonuses and Spill Water Generator Bonus |
58 | ||||||
XI. |
PARTIAL TAKING-OVER, FINAL TAKING-OVER AND ACTUAL PROJECT ACCEPTANCE |
58 | ||||||
11.1 |
Partial Taking-Over Certificate and Final Taking-Over Certificate |
58 | ||||||
11.2 |
Operation by Owner after Partial Taking-Over |
59 | ||||||
11.3 |
Buy-Down Amount |
59 | ||||||
11.4 |
Actual Project Acceptance |
60 | ||||||
11.5 |
Issuance of Certificates |
60 | ||||||
XII. |
CONTRACTORS REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES |
61 | ||||||
12.1 |
Representations and Warranties |
61 | ||||||
XIII. |
DEFECTS LIABILITY |
63 | ||||||
13.1 |
Completion of Outstanding Works and Remedying Defects |
63 | ||||||
13.2 |
Cost of Remedying Defects |
63 | ||||||
13.3 |
Notice to Correct |
63 | ||||||
13.4 |
Extension of Warranty Period |
64 | ||||||
13.5 |
Removal of Defective Works |
64 | ||||||
13.6 |
Further Tests |
64 | ||||||
13.7 |
Contractor to Search |
64 | ||||||
13.8 |
Final Acceptance Certificate |
65 | ||||||
13.9 |
Unfulfilled Obligations |
65 | ||||||
XIV. |
CONTRACT PRICE AND PAYMENT |
65 | ||||||
14.1 |
The Lump Sum Price |
65 | ||||||
14.2 |
Taxes and Duties |
68 | ||||||
14.3 |
Customs and Import Duty - |
68 | ||||||
14.4 |
Owners Right to Withhold or Set Off Payment |
69 | ||||||
14.5 |
Invoicing Documentation |
69 | ||||||
14.6 |
Security |
69 |
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XV. |
VARIATIONS |
71 | ||||||
15.1 |
Right to Vary |
71 | ||||||
15.2 |
Variation Procedure |
72 | ||||||
XVI. |
SUSPENSION OF WORKS |
73 | ||||||
16.1 |
Contractors Entitlement to Suspend Works |
73 | ||||||
XVII. |
TERMINATION |
74 | ||||||
17.1 |
Termination by Owner - |
74 | ||||||
17.2 |
Termination by Contractor |
77 | ||||||
17.3 |
Payment on Termination |
78 | ||||||
17.4 |
Cessation of Works and Removal of Contractors Equipment |
78 | ||||||
XVIII. |
RISK AND RESPONSIBILITY |
79 | ||||||
18.1 |
Indemnity |
79 | ||||||
18.2 |
Contractors Care of the Works |
79 | ||||||
18.3 |
Employees |
79 | ||||||
18.4 |
Limitation of Contractors Liability |
80 | ||||||
18.5 |
Liability |
80 | ||||||
XIX. |
INSURANCE |
81 | ||||||
19.1 |
General |
81 | ||||||
19.2 |
Polices Obtained by the Contractor |
81 | ||||||
19.3 |
Requirements in Respect of Contractors Insurance |
82 | ||||||
19.4 |
Policies Obtained by Owner |
83 | ||||||
19.5 |
General Requirements for All Insurance |
84 | ||||||
19.6 |
Deductibles & Claims Management |
86 | ||||||
19.7 |
Subcontractor Insurance |
86 | ||||||
XX. |
FORCE MAJEURE |
87 | ||||||
20.1 |
Definition of Force Majeure |
87 | ||||||
20.2 |
Effect of Force Majeure Event |
88 | ||||||
20.3 |
Contractors Responsibility |
88 | ||||||
20.4 |
Owners Responsibility |
88 | ||||||
20.5 |
Payment to the Contractor |
88 | ||||||
XXI. |
CLAIMS, DISPUTES AND ARBITRATION |
89 | ||||||
21.1 |
Procedure for Claims |
89 | ||||||
21.2 |
Payment of Claims |
90 | ||||||
21.3 |
Negotiation between Senior Executives |
90 | ||||||
21.4 |
Arbitration |
90 | ||||||
XXII. |
MISCELLANEOUS |
91 | ||||||
22.1 |
Law and Language |
91 |
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22.2 |
Communications |
91 | ||||||
22.3 |
Validity and Enforceability |
92 | ||||||
22.4 |
Documents on Site |
92 | ||||||
22.5 |
Construction Documents |
93 | ||||||
22.6 |
Contractors Use of Owners Documents |
93 | ||||||
22.7 |
No Technology Transfer |
93 | ||||||
22.8 |
Confidential Details |
93 | ||||||
22.9 |
Remedies Non-Exclusive |
94 | ||||||
22.10 |
Waiver |
95 | ||||||
22.11 |
Third-Party Beneficiaries |
95 | ||||||
22.12 |
Counterparts |
95 | ||||||
22.13 |
Entire Agreement |
95 | ||||||
22.14 |
Conflicting Provisions |
95 | ||||||
22.15 |
Joint Responsibility for Drafting |
95 | ||||||
22.16 |
Notice of Objection |
96 | ||||||
22.17 |
Compliance with Statutes, Regulations and Applicable Laws |
96 | ||||||
22.18 |
Rights of Assignment |
97 | ||||||
22.19 |
Financing Requirements |
97 | ||||||
22.20 |
Information for Lenders Representative |
97 | ||||||
22.21 |
Documentation and Right of Audit |
98 |
Exhibits
Technical Specifications | Exhibit A | |
Performance Guarantee Levels | Exhibit B | |
Performance Test Protocol | Exhibit C | |
Project Data | Exhibit D | |
Contractors Organizational Chart | Exhibit E | |
Contractor and Owner Permits | Exhibit F | |
Main Spare Parts | Exhibit G | |
Concession and Project Areas | Exhibit H | |
Measurements & Payments Risk Sharing Mechanism | Exhibit I |
Schedules
Preliminary Project Schedule | Schedule 1 | |
Subcontractors List | Schedule 2 | |
Advance Payment Bond | Schedule 3 | |
Performance Bond | Schedule 4 | |
Warranty Letter of Credit | Schedule 5 | |
Preliminary Schedule of Payments | Schedule 6 | |
Monthly Payment Certificate | Schedule 7 | |
Punch List Bank Guarantee | Schedule 8 | |
Performance Test Certificate | Schedule 9 | |
Partial Taking-Over Certificate | Schedule 10 | |
Final Taking-Over Certificate | Schedule 11 | |
Actual Project Acceptance Certificate | Schedule 12 | |
Final Acceptance Certificate | Schedule 13 | |
Final Payment Certificate | Schedule 14 | |
Reserved | Schedule 15 |
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Owners Parent Guaranty | Schedule 16 | |
Variation Order Proposal | Schedule 17 | |
Reserved | Schedule 18 | |
Contractor Safety Plan | Schedule 19 | |
Contractor Quality Assurance Program | Schedule 20 | |
Reserved | Schedule 21 | |
Form of Proof of Subcontractor Payment | Schedule 22 | |
Form of Labor Obligations Certificate | Schedule 23 |
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This TURNKEY ENGINEERING, PROCUREMENT AND CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR CERRO DEL AGUILA HYDROELECTRIC POWER PLANT, dated as of November 4th, 2011 (this Contract), is by and between:
Cerro del Aguila SA (Owner); and
Astaldi S.p.A. (Astaldi) and
GyM SA (GyM)
Astaldi and GyM (jointly with Astaldi and GyM, the Contractor and jointly with the Owner, the Parties including their successors and assignees as permitted herein).
W I T N E S S E T H:
WHEREAS, Owner desires to build, own and operate a 504 MW hydroelectric power plant (as hereinafter described) to be located in the districts of Surcubamba and Colcabamba, department of Huancavelica, Peru (the Plant), in order to fulfill its obligations with the Ministry of Energy and Mines established in the Concession Contract (as hereinafter defined);
WHEREAS, the Contractor desires to provide all the goods and services necessary for the design, engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning and testing of the Plant, on a turnkey basis;
WHEREAS, Owner intends to obtain financing for the Plant;
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual premises contained herein, the Parties, intending to be legally bound, hereby agree as follows:
I. | INTERPRETATION |
1.1 | Definitions - In this Contract (as defined below) the words and expressions defined below shall have the meanings assigned to them. |
1.1.1 | Access Contract means the contract to be executed by a Governmental Authority that provides terms and conditions that will govern the design, procurement and construction of some or all of the Access Roads and Accessways as set forth in Section 5.11. |
1.1.2 | Access Roads means the permanent roads, bridges and any infrastructure that the Contractor might need to build, alter or modify within the Concession Area for the execution of the Works, as further described in the Technical Specifications. |
1.1.3 | Access Routes means the existing roads, bridges and any infrastructure, outside the Concession Area, that the Contractor might need to alter or modify in order to access or execute the Works, as further described in the Technical Specifications. |
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1.1.4 | Accessway means the temporary roads, bridges and any infrastructure, within the Concession Area, that the Contractor might need to build, alter or modify for the execution of the Works, as further described in the Technical Specifications. |
1.1.5 | Actual Project Acceptance Certificate means the certificate issued by Owner under Section 11.4 in the form set forth in Schedule 12. |
1.1.6 | Actual Project Acceptance Date means the date after the Final Taking-Over Date when the Contractor has accomplished all the criteria described in Section 11.4. |
1.1.7 | Additional Installed Capacity Bonus means (a) the difference between the Low Net Electric Output and the High Net Electric Output multiplied by (b) US$ 450.00 per kilowatt. |
1.1.8 | Advance Payment Bond means the bank guaranty to be provided by Contractor substantially in the form set forth in Schedule 3. |
1.1.9 | Affiliate means a Person that directly or indirectly through one or more intermediaries, controls, or is controlled by, or is under common control with, another Person. A Person controls any Person in which it has the power to vote, directly or indirectly, five percent (5%) or more of the voting interest in such Person or, in the case of a partnership, if it is the general partner. |
1.1.10 | Applicable Laws means all legally binding laws, statutes, orders, treaties, ordinances, judgments, decrees, injunctions, writs and orders of any court, arbitrator or governmental agency or authority applicable to, and legally binding rules, regulations, orders and interpretations of any governmental instrumentality or agency (including COES), court or other body having jurisdiction over: |
(a) | the Contractors or Owners (as applicable) obligations to be performed hereunder; |
(b) | the provision of energy or capacity from the Plant; or |
(c) | the execution of the Works; |
all as such may be in effect from time to time.
1.1.11 | Applicable Permits means all licenses, authorizations, consents, decrees, permits, waivers, privileges or approvals required to be obtained or maintained in connection with the Contractors and Owners obligations to be performed hereunder, the provision of energy, capacity or the performance of the Works, as may be in effect from time to time and includes the Environmental Impact Assessment. |
1.1.12 | Astaldi has the meaning ascribed to it in the introduction. |
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1.1.13 | Auxiliary Services means the drainage system, illumination, air conditioning, fire prevention and other similar services required in connection with the Contractors performance of the Works, described in the Technical Specifications. |
1.1.14 | Base Date means the date fifteen (15) days prior to the Effective Date. |
1.1.15 | Business Day means any day that is not Saturday or Sunday, or a non working day for government employees in Peru pursuant to the Applicable Laws. With respect to any payment obligation by a Party under the Contract, shall mean a day on which the banks operating in Lima, Peru are open for the processing of transfer of funds. |
1.1.16 | Buy-Down Amount means the sum due and payable by the Contractor to Owner calculated with reference to Section 11.3. |
1.1.17 | Center means the center for dispute resolution of the International Chamber of Commerce. |
1.1.18 | Change in Law means changes to any Applicable Laws or Applicable Permits that directly affect the Contractors lawful design, construction or execution of the Works, commissioning and testing of the Plant which are issued, adopted, amended, modified, repealed, reinterpreted, promulgated or enacted by any Peruvian Government Authority after the Base Date. |
1.1.19 | COES means Comité de Operación Económica del Sistema Interconectado Nacional. |
1.1.20 | Concession Area means the geographical area identified as such and described in Exhibit H. |
1.1.21 | Concession Contract means the contract executed between Owner and the Ministry of Energy and Mines of Peru dated June 24, 2011, as it may be assigned or amended. |
1.1.22 | Contract is defined in the Preamble hereof and includes the Schedules, the Technical Specifications and the Exhibits and such documents as may be expressly incorporated herein. |
1.1.23 | Commencement Date means the date on which Owners Representative issues the Limited Notice to Commence to the Contractor. |
1.1.24 | Confidential Information has the meaning defined in Section 22.8. |
1.1.25 | Consortium Agreement means the consortium agreement to be entered by and between Astaldi and GyM. |
1.1.26 | Construction Documents means all drawings, calculations, samples, patterns, models, operation and maintenance manuals, and other |
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manuals and information of a similar nature, to be submitted by the Contractor as required hereby including all engineering and construction documentation required by the Technical Specifications. |
1.1.27 | Contractor is defined in the introduction hereof. |
1.1.28 | Contractors Equipment means all machinery, apparatus and other things (other than Temporary Works) required for the execution and completion of the Works and the remedying of any Defects or Deficiencies, but does not include Major Items of Equipment, Materials, or other things intended to form or forming part of the Permanent Works. |
1.1.29 | Contractors Permits means the permits described in Exhibit F. |
1.1.30 | Contractors Organizational Chart means the organizational chart included in Exhibit E. |
1.1.31 | Contractors Representative means the Person named as such in this Contract or other Person appointed from time to time by the Contractor under Section 5.2. |
1.1.32 | Cost means (a) all expenditure properly incurred or to be incurred by Contractor, whether on or off the Project Areas, plus ten percent (10%) for head office costs and any similar concepts and (b) excluding Profit unless expressly so provided herein. |
1.1.33 | Cure Period has the meaning specified in Section 10.5. |
1.1.34 | Dangerous Substance means any natural or artificial substance, whether in the form of solid, liquid or gas, alone or in combination with each other or any other substance, or radiation in each of the foregoing cases capable of causing harm to man or any other living organism, or capable of damaging the environment or public health or welfare, including but not limited to, controlled, special, hazardous, toxic or dangerous waste, and whether or not subject to regulation, licensing or permitting under any Applicable Laws or otherwise. |
1.1.35 | Defects, Deficiencies, Deficient or Deficiency means any portion of the Works which, on the date when any such works are completed by the Contractor, do not conform to the Technical Specifications, the Construction Documents or the warranties given in the Contract or is defective or deficient including defects in materials, workmanship or design. |
1.1.36 | Detailed Design means the drawings, calculations and other technical documentation and information to be prepared by the Contractor for the final design of the Plant. |
1.1.37 | Disclosing Party means (a) a Party that provides Confidential Information to the Receiving Party; (b) such Partys Affiliates; and, (c) such Partys or its Affiliates directors, officers, employees, consultants, subcontractors, advisors, rating agencies, insurers or financial institutions. |
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1.1.38 | Dispute means any controversy, discussion, demand, difference, disagreement or claim arising from, or related or connected to this Contract, including but not limited to any controversy, discussion, demand, difference, disagreement or claim over the validity, interpretation, effectiveness, termination, enforcement or non-performance thereof. |
1.1.39 | Dollars or US$ means Dollars of the United States of America. |
1.1.40 | Early Final Taking Over Bonus means US$ 65,000.00 per day with respect to the first Generator Set, US$ 50,000.00 per day with respect to the second Generator Set and US$ 80,000.00 per day with respect to the Plant. |
1.1.41 | Early Operation Extension Period has the meaning set forth in Section 5.1. |
1.1.42 | Easement Rights means the easement rights or any other right to possess or use land or real estate granted in favor of Owner by the owners of the land or by any Governmental Authority to execute the Works. |
1.1.43 | Effective Date means the date of this Contract, which is November 4th, 2011. |
1.1.44 | Efficiency Test means the test (conducted in accordance with Exhibit C) of each of the Generator Sets, meeting at all times all the other Performance Guarantee Levels, to determine the compliance with the Guaranteed Efficiency or the Minimum Efficiency Levels. |
1.1.45 | Electricity Measuring Point is the high voltage side of the step up transformers for each Generator Set. |
1.1.46 | Eligible Bank means any bank or financial institution which has non-credited enhanced long-term senior unsecured debt rated at least A3 by Moodys Investors Service or A- by Standard & Poors Rating Services, and is acceptable to Owner. |
1.1.47 | Environmental Impact Assessment or EIA means the Environmental Impact Assessment attached in Exhibit D, as it may be amended. |
1.1.48 | EST means the Q System subdivision of different excavation and support types for tunnels to be excavated at the Works, as determined in Exhibit I. |
1.1.49 | Final Acceptance Certificate means the certificate issued by Owner substantially in the form set forth in Schedule 13. |
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1.1.50 | Final Payment means the payments made upon approval by Owner of the Final Payment Certificate. |
1.1.51 | Final Payment Certificate means the payment certificate approved by Owner and submitted by the Contractor substantially in the form set forth in Schedule 14. |
1.1.52 | Final Taking-Over Certificate means a certificate issued under Section 11.1 for the Plant as a whole, in the form set forth in Schedule 11. |
1.1.53 | Final Taking-Over Date means the date when the Contractor has demonstrated that the Plant, as a whole, meets or exceeds the Final Taking-Over Levels, which notification date shall be the date acknowledged and stated by Owners Representative in the Final Taking-Over Certificate. |
1.1.54 | Final Taking-Over Levels means the following levels for the Plant as a whole, demonstrated during the Performance Tests, while it is operating in compliance with all Applicable Laws of Peru and Applicable Permits: (a) the Minimum Efficiency Levels, (b) the Minimum Functional Levels of Plant Equipment and (c) the Minimum Net Electric Output Levels. |
1.1.55 | Financing Documents means any collateral or intercreditor agreement, security document, credit agreement, indenture or contract between Owner and the Lenders and the other parties thereto and also includes all amendments, restatements and replacements thereof as well as any other document or agreement pursuant to which Owner obtains financing or refinancing (including any credit enhancement with respect to the issuance of any bonds or notes) for the acquisition, development, construction, construction loan retirement, modification, repair, or operation of the Plant. |
1.1.56 | Force Majeure is defined in Section 20.1. |
1.1.57 | Functional Guarantees over Plant Equipment means the operational and functional levels applicable to the Plant Equipment excluding the turbines and the generators, guaranteed by the Contractor according to the Technical Specifications. |
1.1.58 | Functional Test means the test (conducted in accordance with Exhibit C) to determine the adequate operation and function of the Plant, including the Major Items of Equipment. |
1.1.59 | Generator Set means each turbine and its transformers and generator in the Plant. |
1.1.60 | Governmental Authority means any federal, regional, national, state, municipal, local, territorial, or other governmental department, commission, board, bureau, agency, regulatory authority, instrumentality, judicial or administrative body, domestic or foreign having jurisdiction over the applicable portion of the Works. |
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1.1.61 | Grid means the Peruvian national electrical grid. |
1.1.62 | Guaranteed Deductible means the deductible payable under the insurance policy referenced under Section 19.4(a) equal to: (a) US$ 100,000 for each loss classified under the LEG 2/96 clause of such policy, (b) US$ 25,000 for each loss suffered during land transportation, (c) 250,000 for each loss suffered during hot testing and commissioning, (d) US$ 500,000 for losses suffered during the performance of Surface Invasive and Subsurface Civil Work and (e) US$ 500,000 for losses caused by an earthquake that is not considered a Force Majeure event. |
1.1.63 | Guaranteed Efficiency means the efficiency that the Contractor guarantees for each Generator Set excluding the Spill Water Generator, according to the Technical Specifications. |
1.1.64 | Guaranteed Net Electric Output means the net electric output that the Contractor guarantees for each Generator Set and for the Plant as a whole of 504 MW using a water flow of 210.5 m3/sec, excluding the Spill Water Generator, according to the Technical Specifications. |
1.1.65 | GyM has the meaning ascribed to it in the introduction. |
1.1.66 | Headrace Tunnel means the tunnel which conveys water from the water intake to the powerhouse, to be designed and constructed by Contractor under this Contract. |
1.1.67 | High Net Electric Output means the measured Net Electric Output using a water flow in excess of 210.5 m3/sec. |
1.1.68 | Increased Installed Capacity Bonus means the difference between (a) the Low Net Electric Output and the Guaranteed Net Electric Output multiplied by (b) US$ 900.00 per kilowatt. |
1.1.69 | Lender means any party to the Financing Documents (including any trustee or agent) other than Owner and its Affiliates. |
1.1.70 | Lenders Representative means any Person engaged by or on behalf of Lender in connection with the Financing Documents whose rights and duties may include, but shall not be limited to: (a) examination of the design, engineering and technical efficacy of the Construction Documents; (b) examination of substantial changes in such Construction Documents; (c) periodic inspections of the Works, including confirmation of construction schedule estimates and cost estimates; (d) attend the Partial Taking-Over Date, the Final Taking-Over Date and the Actual Project Acceptance Date; and (e) review of the information contained in each of the Progress Reports, Monthly Payment Certificates or the Final Payment Certificate. |
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1.1.71 | Liability Cap is defined in Section 18.4. |
1.1.72 | LIBOR means (a) the three-month rate prevailing for deposits in U.S. Dollars in the London Interbank market as of approximately 11:00 a.m., London Time, as reported by Thomson Reuters appearing on Bloomberg BBAM1 Page (or any equivalent successor page); or (b) if the rate referenced in the preceding clause (a) is not available, the three-month rate equal to the British Bankers Association Interest Settlement Rate for deposits in Dollars, determined as of approximately 11:00 a.m., London Time. For the purpose of this definition, Bloomberg BBAM1 Page means the display so designated on the Reuters Screen or such other page as may replace that page on that service. |
1.1.73 | Limited Notice to Commence means the written notice to the Contractor issued by Owner authorizing and directing Contractor to perform the Preliminary Works. |
1.1.74 | Low Net Electric Output means the measured Net Electric Output using a water flow of up to 210.5 m3/sec. |
1.1.75 | Lump Sum Price means the fixed lump sum of Four Hundred and Fifty Two Million Seven Hundred and Sixty Five Thousand Three Hundred and Forty Seven Dollars (US$ 452,765,347) and of Six Hundred and Twenty Four Million Three Hundred and Fourteen Thousand One Hundred and Seven Peruvian Soles (S/. 624,314,107) as it may be adjusted pursuant to this Contract. |
1.1.76 | Main Spare Parts means the spare parts described in Exhibit G. |
1.1.77 | Major Items of Equipment means the turbine, the generator, the step-up transformer, equipments and parts thereto, which form the principal components of the Plant. |
1.1.78 | Materials means things of all kinds to be provided for the Works and/or incorporated in the Permanent Works by the Contractor, including without limitation Main Spare Parts, equipment and other parts. |
1.1.79 | Maximum Deductible means US$ 500,000. |
1.1.80 | Maximum Load means the maximum load at which each Generator Set individually and the Plant as a whole, excluding the Spill Water Generator, are able to operate continuously and with the stability recommended for normal, safe and continuous operation by equipment manufacturers and within all other limits recommended by such vendors and in accordance with the Detailed Design of the Plant and the Technical Specifications. |
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1.1.81 | Minimum Efficiency Levels means the minimum efficiency levels that each Generator Set and the Spill Water Generator must comply with, according to the Technical Specifications. |
1.1.82 | Minimum Functional Levels of Plant Equipment means the minimum operational and functional levels that the Plant Equipment excluding the turbines and the generators must comply with, according to the Technical Specifications. |
1.1.83 | Minimum Net Electric Output Levels means the minimum electric output levels that each Generator Set and the Plant as a whole must comply with, according to the Technical Specifications. |
1.1.84 | Minimum Spill Water Demonstrated Capacity means 3 MW. |
1.1.85 | Mobilization means the commencement of Works at the Project Area by the Contractor. |
1.1.86 | Monthly Payment Certificate means a certificate issued under Section 14.1.2., in the form set forth in Schedule 7. |
1.1.87 | Net Electric Output means the sum of the electric output as measured at the Electricity Measuring Point during Performance Tests, while each or some of the Generator Sets or the Plant as a whole are operating at Maximum Load (but excluding any generating capacity of the Spill Water Generator). Net Electric Output will be expressed in KW. |
1.1.88 | Net Electric Output Test means a test (conducted in accordance with Exhibit C) of each or some of the Generator Sets or the Plant as a whole (but excluding any generating capacity of the Spill Water Generator), while they are operating at Maximum Load meeting at all times all the other Performance Guarantee Levels, to determine the compliance with the Guaranteed Net Electric Output or the Minimum Net Electric Output Levels. |
1.1.89 | Notice to Commence means the written notice to the Contractor issued by Owner directing the Contractor to begin all activities necessary to complete the Works as contemplated herein. |
1.1.90 | Official means: (a) any officer or employee of a local or foreign government, department (whether executive, legislative, judicial or administrative), agency or instrumentality of such government, including a regional governmental body or a government-owned business, or of a public international organization; (b) any person acting in an official capacity for or on behalf of such government, department, agency. |
1.1.91 | Owner is defined in the preamble hereto and includes legal successors of such Person, including any assignee of such Person permitted under Section 22.18 but not (except with the consent of the Contractor provided that such consent may not be unreasonably withheld or delayed) any subsequent assignee of such Person. |
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1.1.92 | Owner Permits means the permits described in Exhibit F. |
1.1.93 | Owners Representative means any and all Persons appointed from time to time by Owner and notified as such to the Contractor. |
1.1.94 | Parent Guaranty means each parent guaranty executed by each of Astaldi and GyM substantially in the form set forth in Schedule 15. |
1.1.95 | Partial Taking-Over Certificate means a certificate issued under Section 11.1 for each Generator Set, in the form set forth in Schedule 10. |
1.1.96 | Partial Taking-Over Date means the date when the Contractor has demonstrated that each Generator Set, individually, meets or exceeds the Partial Taking-Over Levels, which notification date shall be the date acknowledged and stated by Owners Representative in the Partial Taking-Over Certificate. |
1.1.97 | Partial Taking-Over Levels means with respect to each Generator Set, no less than eighty percent (80 %) of the Performance Guarantee Levels for Net Electric Output. |
1.1.98 | Parties has the meaning ascribed to it in the introduction. |
1.1.99 | Performance Guarantee Level(s) means the Guaranteed Efficiency and the Guaranteed Net Electric Output of each Generator Set and for the Plant as a whole, excluding the Spill Water Generator, and the Functional Guarantees over other Plant Equipment and Minimum Spill Water Demonstrated Capacity, measured during Performance Tests while the Works are operating in compliance with all Applicable Laws of Peru and Applicable Permits and in accordance with Exhibit B. |
1.1.100 | Performance Bond means the letter of credit to be provided by the Contractor substantially in the form set forth in Schedule 4. |
1.1.101 | Performance Test Certificate means the certificate issued by Owner under Sections 10.4 and 10.7 in the form set forth in Schedule 9. |
1.1.102 | Performance Test Protocol means the procedures for performance and acceptance testing for each Generator Set and for the Plant as a whole, set forth in Exhibit C. |
1.1.103 | Performance Tests means the tests specified in this Contract and designated as such, and any other such tests as may be agreed by Owners Representative and the Contractor or instructed as a Variation, which are to be carried out by the Contractor before the Plant is taken over by Owner, in accordance with Article X hereof and Exhibits A and C. |
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1.1.104 | Permanent Works means all those components and civil works defined or contemplated in the Technical Specifications for the Plant, including all related facilities located on, under or around the Project Areas, taken as a whole, including the dam, the Spill Water Generator, the Access Roads, all underground structures and the substation and transmission line. |
1.1.105 | Person means any individual, corporation, company, partnership, joint venture, association, trust, unincorporated organization, entity or Governmental Authority. |
1.1.106 | Peru means the Republic of Peru. |
1.1.107 | Peruvian Soles means Nuevos Soles of Peru. |
1.1.108 | Plant has the meaning ascribed to it in the recitals. |
1.1.109 | Plant Equipment means all hydromechanical equipments, mechanical and electrical apparatus and parts which form part of the Plant, including the Major Items of Equipment. |
1.1.110 | Precommissioning means the acts, tests and procedures involved in checking-out, starting-up and initially operating the Permanent Works |
1.1.111 | Preliminary Schedule of Payments means Contractors referential schedule of payments described in Schedule 6. |
1.1.112 | Preliminary Works means the part of the Works which will be performed by the Contractor between the Limited Notice to Commence and the Notice to Commence, as described in Exhibit A, and which includes topographic surveys, geo-physic investigation, geologic investigation, engineering basic design, purchase orders of critical equipment and plants, construction of Access Roads and Accessways to the dam and powerhouse areas, including mobile working camps and spoil area preparation, maintenance and conditioning of the Access Routes where necessary to allow safety transit of the personnel and equipment, commencement of the construction of bridges over the Mantaro river, commencement of the earth moving activities of the camp sites and of the construction of the temporary electric transmission line for construction purposes. |
1.1.113 | Preliminary Works Lump Sum means the portion of the Lump Sum Price payable to Contractor for the performance of the Preliminary Works, as described in the Preliminary Schedule of Payments, for the amount of Forty Million Dollars (US$ 40,000,000.00). |
1.1.114 | Profit means, with respect to any Cost, an amount equal to five percent (5%) of such Cost. |
1.1.115 | Progress Reports means the progress reports to be delivered by the Contractor as set forth in Section 5.13. |
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1.1.116 | Project Areas means the geographical areas, within the Concession Area, where the Works are to be executed as described in Exhibit H. |
1.1.117 | Project Data means the information described in Section 5.8 as set forth in Exhibit D. |
1.1.118 | Project Schedule means Contractors detailed schedule for performing the Works pursuant to Section 5.12. Contractors preliminary Project Schedule (summary level) is set forth in Schedule 1. |
1.1.119 | Prudent Electrical Practices means with regard to the design, construction and erection, installation of the Plant, those practices, methods, standards and equipment as changed, from time to time, that are generally accepted internationally for use in electric utility industries and that are compatible with the safety and reliability of the Grid, as well as the employment of competent technical personnel qualified in established and generally accepted electrical engineering applications and operations, in order to operate the Plant Equipment lawfully, safely, efficiently and with dependability in accordance with all applicable Peruvian statutes, regulations, codes and standards. |
1.1.120 | Prudent Utility Practices means those practices, methods and equipment, in effect at the time of performance of the applicable Works, that are commonly used by reputable utilities operating on an international basis in the electric utility industry and having regard to operational considerations in Peru as prudent to design, construct, equip, operate and maintain electric power generating equipment lawfully and giving due regard to safety, dependability, efficiency and economy. |
1.1.121 | Punch List means the list submitted by the Contractor and approved by Owners Representative of items that are not completed as of the date required regarding the Works, such as insulation, painting, final cleanup, final grading and any other portion of the Works which do not constitute Defects or Deficiencies and which do not affect the operability, safety or mechanical and electrical integrity of the Plant. |
1.1.122 | Q-System means the Norwegian Geotechnical Institute System classification (Barton et al., 1974, 1994, 2002) used to express the quality of the rock mass classification for Surface Invasive and Subsurface Civil Works. |
1.1.123 | Raw Data means data that has not been processed for use and that is collected as a result of the performance of any Performance Test pursuant to this Contract. |
1.1.124 | Receiving Party means (a) a Party that receives Confidential Information from the Disclosing Party; (b) such Partys Affiliates; and, (c) such Partys or its Affiliates directors, officers, employees, consultants, subcontractors, advisors, rating agencies, insurers or financial institutions provided that any such person is bound to a duty of confidentiality with the relevant Party. |
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1.1.125 | Remains means all fossils, coins, articles of value or antiquity, and structures and other remains or things of geological or archaeological interest. |
1.1.126 | Remedial Plan is defined in Section 9.3. |
1.1.127 | Representatives means Owners Representative, Contractors Representative and the Lenders Representative. |
1.1.128 | Review Period means in connection to any Construction Document, the period required by Owners Representative for review and approval of such Construction Document as provided in Exhibit A. |
1.1.129 | RM means a Q System specific rock class mass condition, as established in Exhibit I. |
1.1.130 | Rules means Rules of Arbitration adopted by the Center, as in effect at the time the party requesting the arbitration files its request for arbitration. |
1.1.131 | Scheduled Final Taking-Over Date means forty-eight (48) months from the Commencement Date. |
1.1.132 | Scheduled Partial Taking-Over Dates means one thousand three hundred and sixty (1360) days for the first Generator Set and one thousand four hundred and twenty five (1425) days for the second Generator Set, from Commencement Date. |
1.1.133 | Shipment Notice has the meanings ascribed to it in Section 8.2. |
1.1.134 | Site means Contractors central office to be located within the boundaries of the areas specified in Schedule 21. |
1.1.135 | Spill Water Generator means the electric generator(s) to be powered solely by the ecological flow of the dam approved by the Peruvian Governmental Authority, with a maximum capacity of the lower of 10 MW or the capacity in megawatts agreed by the Parties in writing. |
1.1.136 | Spill Water Generator Bonus means an amount equal to the difference between the Tested Spill Water MW Capacity minus the lower of the Minimum Spill Water Demonstrated Capacity and the maximum capacity of the Spill Water Generator, multiplied by US$ 1,000.00 per kilowatt. |
1.1.137 | Start-Up means the process of collectively starting and initially operating the aggregate of systems, subsystems, and components of each Generator Set. A necessary prerequisite of Start-Up is that Pre-commissioning on individual systems, subsystems, components and auxiliaries for the relevant Generator Set has been safely and |
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successfully completed. Unless otherwise stated herein, Start-Up will commence at energization of the low voltage bus and will conclude upon the commencement of the Performance Tests of the relevant Generator Set. |
1.1.138 | Subcontractor means any subcontractor, contractor, manufacturer, supplier or other Person engaged in any part of the Works or any Person to whom a part of the Works has been subcontracted in accordance with Section 5.4, and the legal successors to such Person, but not any assignee of such Person and for the avoidance of doubt will not include contractors or subcontractors of Owner. In no case shall Subcontractor include any Person retained by Owner or any third party to perform work. |
1.1.139 | Subcontractor List means the list of Subcontractors as set forth in Schedule 2. |
1.1.140 | Supervisor means the Person or Persons appointed by Owner to supervise the execution of the Works in accordance with Section 4.1 hereof. |
1.1.141 | Surface Invasive and Subsurface Civil Work is any part of the Works involving major excavation or tunneling (the powerhouse cavern, the left half of the dams foundation, the Headrace Tunnel, the tailrace tunnel and auxiliary tunnels) but excludes any work related to the diversion tunnel, Access Routes, Accessways and quarries, as described in Exhibit I. |
1.1.142 | Technical Specifications means the document entitled Technical Specifications included in Exhibit A, including the Construction Documents, the basic design and the Detailed Design, which contain the technical characteristics and conditions of the Works. |
1.1.143 | Temporary Works means all temporary works of every kind, other than Contractors Equipment, including the Accessways, required for the execution and completion of the Works and the remedying of any Defects or Deficiencies. |
1.1.144 | Termination Fee means the fees for termination as set forth in Section 17.3. |
1.1.145 | Test Procedures has the meaning ascribed to it in Section 10.4. |
1.1.146 | Tested Spill Water MW Capacity means the Net Electrical Output measured during the Performance Test of the Spill Water Generator. |
1.1.147 | Time for Completion means the time required herein for achieving the Partial Taking-Over Date, the Final Taking-Over Date and the Actual Project Acceptance Date, from Commencement Date and includes adjustments (if any) in accordance with this Contract. |
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1.1.148 | Training Program means the training program provided by the Contractor for operators of the Plant as set forth in Exhibit A. |
1.1.149 | Variation means any alteration or modification to this Contract, which is instructed in writing by Owner or approved in writing as a Variation by Owner, in accordance with Article XV. |
1.1.150 | Unit Rates means the unitary value assigned to Surface Invasive or Subsurface Civil Work as set forth in Exhibit I. |
1.1.151 | Unit Values means the value of all items listed in the bill of quantities detailed in the Preliminary Schedule of Payments, Schedule 6. |
1.1.152 | Warranty Letter of Credit means the bank guarantee to be provided by Contractor substantially in the form set forth in Schedule 5. |
1.1.153 | Warranty Period means the period starting on the Final Taking-Over Date and ending on (a) the first anniversary of the Final Taking-Over Date in the case of all Works which are not civil Works; and (b) the fifth anniversary of the Final Taking-Over Date in the case of civil Works; |
1.1.154 | Works means the Permanent Works and the Temporary Works concerning the Plant, including engineering and design, procurement, manufacture, delivery, site clearance, civil works, construction and erection, installation, training, Start-Up (including calibration, inspection and Start-Up operation), demonstration and testing with respect to the Permanent Works and Temporary Works to be performed by the Contractor pursuant to the Contract. The term Works includes all or partial portions of the foregoing, including labor, materials, equipment, machinery, tools, transportation, construction fuels, chemicals, utilities, administration, and any other services or items to be used by the Contractor or its Subcontractors in the prosecution of this Contract, wherever the same are being performed. |
1.1.155 | Workbook means a numbered book/registry to be maintained by the Contractor in which the Representatives shall write and sign all the daily incidences, occurrences, orders, questions, consultations and answers to such questions and consultations during the execution of the Works. |
1.2 | Headings - Headings are for ease of reference only and may not be used to determine or interpret the content of the provisions of this Contract. |
1.3 | Interpretation - Words importing Persons or parties shall include firms and corporations and any organization having legal capacity. Words importing the singular also include the plural and vice versa where the context requires. Words importing one gender also include other genders. The words herein hereof and hereunder shall refer to this Contract as a whole and not to any particular section or subsection of this Contract; and the words include |
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includes or including shall mean including, but not limited to. Any reference to the terms articles, clauses, sections, exhibits or any similar term generally used to identify specific subdivisions of a contract or document, shall be deemed to mean an article, clause, section, exhibit or any other specific subdivision of this Contract, as the case may be. References to any document, instrument or agreement shall mean such document, instrument or agreement, as amended, modified and supplemented from time to time and in effect at any given time. |
II. | OWNER |
2.1 | Access to and Possession of the Project Areas -. Owner shall timely grant the Contractor right of access to and possession of Project Areas as necessary for the performance of the Works by Contractor in accordance with the Project Schedule. |
Owner will be responsible of acquiring the land and/or establish Easement Rights over all areas which are Project Areas and are required by the Contractor for the construction, alteration or modification of the Works, Accessways and Access Roads, in accordance with Exhibit H.
Easement Rights and/or acquisition of land and/or permits required for Access Routes will be the exclusive responsibility of the Contractor. The imposition of Easements Rights and the acquisition of property rights over additional areas within the Concession Area that are not Project Areas will be the exclusive responsibility of the Contractor.
If the Contractor suffers delay or incurs Cost from failure on the part of Owner to grant right of access to or possession of Project Areas, in accordance with the previous paragraphs, the Contractor shall give notice to Owners Representative within ten (10) days of suffering such delay or incurring such Cost, and after receipt of such notice and provided that the Owners failure to grant right of access to or possession of Project Areas was not caused by the Contractor, Owners Representative shall proceed in accordance with Article XV to agree or determine:
(a) | any extension of time to which the Contractor is entitled under Section 9.4; and |
(b) | the amount of such Cost plus Profit thereon which shall be added to the Lump Sum Price and shall notify the Contractor accordingly. |
For the avoidance of doubt, the granting of possession of Project Areas shall not be treated as creating any legal or other interest over Project Areas in favor of the Contractor.
If by application of this section, the Contractor acquires title or any legal interest over pieces of land located within the Project Areas, the Contractor must transfer title of such pieces of land to Owner promptly free and clear of any and all liens, claims, security interests or other encumbrances.
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The Contractor shall provide, at his own cost and subject to Owners approval, any additional pieces of land, any clearances, temporary rights of access, rights of way, work space or easement rights outside the Project Areas that are required by it for the purposes of the Works.
Owner will retain unlimited access for itself, for the Owners Representative, for the Lenders, the Lenders Representative, the insurer or the insurers and the Supervisor who shall be entitled to enter into and remain at the Project Areas at all times without prior notice and without the Contractors prior consent. Contractor shall also permit unrestricted access to the Project Areas to any Governmental Authority according to the Applicable Laws.
2.2 | Permits, Licenses or Approvals - Owner shall timely obtain all the Owner Permits as necessary for the performance of the Works by Contractor in accordance with the Project Schedule. Owner will also be responsible for obtaining all authorizations needed to modify or adjust those permits to the new design of the Works according to the Technical Specifications. |
If the Contractor suffers delay or incurs Cost from failure on the part of Owner to obtain Owners Permits in accordance with the previous paragraph, the Contractor shall give notice to Owners Representative within ten (10) days of suffering such delay or incurring such Cost, and after receipt of such notice and provided that the Owners failure to obtain Owners Permits was not caused by the Contractor, Owners Representative shall proceed in accordance with Article XV to agree or determine:
(a) | any extension of time to which the Contractor is entitled under Section 9.4; and |
(b) | the amount of such Cost plus Profit thereon which shall be added to the Lump Sum Price and shall notify the Contractor accordingly. |
Owner shall, at the request of the Contractor, provide reasonable assistance in applying for permits, licenses or approvals which are required for any part of the Works and required to be obtained by the Contractor for delivery (including clearance through customs) of Major Items of Equipment, Materials and Contractors Equipment, and for the completion of the Works. Such requests may also include requests for Owners assistance in applying for any necessary government consent to the re-export of Contractors Equipment when it is removed from the Project Areas. It is the sole responsibility of the Contractor to timely request such assistance and to provide all necessary documentation and other information to facilitate the provision of such assistance. The Contractor shall reimburse the Owner for any documented out of pocket expenses incurred by the Owner in providing the assistance provided by the Owner to the Contractor pursuant to this Section 2.2.
2.3 | Owners Right to do Work - If the Contractor fails to commence to furnish sufficient workers of the required skill, or materials of the required quality or quantity or fails to perform the Work in accordance with the requirements hereof or the Project Schedule, within fifteen (15) days after written notice |
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specifying such failure, and such failure is affecting the Time for Completion, Owner shall have the option to supply workers, materials, or both, and perform the Works. Owner shall deduct expenses incurred in engaging other contractors, and supplying workers and material from payments due or which may become due to the Contractor. If expenses exceed the balance due or which becomes due to the Contractor, the Contractor shall pay the excess to Owner immediately upon written demand therefor. |
The Contractor shall allow other contractors or entities access to their work within the Project Areas. The Contractor shall make no claims against Owner for additional payment due to delays or other conditions created by the reasonable operations of such other parties, provided that, if such other parties materially interfere with the Contractors reasonable performance of the Works, the Contractor shall have the right to request a Variation in accordance with Section 15.1 to the extent necessary to overcome the impact of such interference or hindrance.
Any Work provided by Owner due to the Contractors failure to perform shall be charged to the Contractor at Owners Cost plus Profit and shall not relieve the Contractor from any obligation or responsibility provided in this Contract.
2.4 | Owners Financial Arrangements The Owner within ten (10) days after the Notice to Commence has been delivered, and up to three (3) times before the Actual Project Acceptance Date, upon Contractors written request, will provide reasonable evidence that financial arrangements have been made as to enable the Owner to pay the Lump Sum Price in accordance with Section 14. If the Owner makes any material change to any of Financing Documents, the Owner shall promptly give notice to the Contractor with detailed particulars. |
III. | OWNERS REPRESENTATIVE |
3.1 | Owners Representatives Duties and Authority - Owners Representative shall carry out the duties and exercise the authority provided in this Contract. Owners Representative shall have no authority to amend this Contract and the Contractor shall have no obligations to perform any such amendment except pursuant to an executed Variation. |
3.2 | No Implied Waiver |
Any proposal, inspection, examination, testing, consent, approval or similar act by Owners Representative, including any omission by Owners Representative to disapprove, object or notify any breach of the Contractors obligations under this Contract, will not relieve the Contractor from any duty, responsibility or obligation, including responsibility for errors, omissions, discrepancies, and non-compliance with Sections 6.3 and 6.4.
3.3 | Owners Representatives Authority to Delegate - Owners Representative may from time to time delegate any of his duties to the Supervisor or assistants, and may at any time revoke any such delegation. Any such delegation or revocation shall be in writing and shall not take effect until a copy has been delivered to Owner and the Contractor, specifying the powers, functions and authorities being delegated or revoked |
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The Supervisor or the assistants shall be suitably qualified persons who are competent to carry out these duties and exercise this authority.
Any determination, instruction, inspection, examination, testing, consent, approval or similar act by any such assistant of Owners Representative in accordance with the delegation shall have the same effect as though it had been an act of Owners Representative. However:
(a) | any failure to disapprove any equipment, Materials, Main Spare Part, design or workmanship shall not prejudice the right of Owners Representative to reject (if prior to the start of the Warranty Period) or make a warranty claim (if the Warranty Period is in effect) on such defective item, Materials, Main Spare Part, design or workmanship; |
(b) | if the Contractor questions any determination or instruction of an assistant of Owners Representative, the Contractor may refer the matter to Owners Representative who shall confirm, reverse or vary such determination or instruction. |
3.4 | Owners Representatives Instructions - The Contractor shall comply with instructions given by Owners Representative in accordance with this Contract. |
IV. | SUPERVISOR |
4.1 | General Obligations |
Owner will communicate to the Contractor the appointment of the Supervisor before the Limited Notice to Commence or the Notice to Commence, as applicable. However, from the Limited Notice to Commence until the Notice to Commence, the Supervisors duties may be performed by Owner.
Owner may change the Supervisor at any time by notice to Contractor.
The Supervisor will provide assistance to Owner for the observational oversight of this Contract during the construction of the Plant and until the Actual Project Acceptance.
The observation to be carried out by the Supervisor mainly encompass the following:
(a) | observe and inventory the engineering and design and the Detailed Design and the Construction Documents produced by the Contractor; |
(b) | observe the manufacturing, factory assembling, testing and preparation for shipment of the Plant Equipment, including the Major Items of Equipment; |
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(c) | observe and inventory the methods and procedures to be used in the design and manufacturing by the Contractor; |
(d) | observe the execution of the civil works; |
(e) | observe the quality control of all construction, erection, testing of equipment and the commissioning activities carried out by the Contractor to determine if such is being performed properly and according to the terms and conditions of this Contract; |
(f) | attend the execution of the Performance Tests; |
(g) | approve the respective payments to the Contractor; and |
(h) | Issue reports on the above matters to Owner. |
Any proposal, inspection, examination, testing, consent, approval or similar act by the Supervisor (including absence of disapproval) shall not relieve the Contractor from any duty, responsibility or obligation, including responsibility for errors, omissions, discrepancies, and non-compliance with Sections 6.3 and 6.4.
4.2 | Supervisors Rights The Supervisor may maintain on the Project Areas throughout the construction of the Plant and until the Actual Project Acceptance a team of resident engineers and technicians. This team may observe any and all construction, Plant Equipment erection, testing and commissioning operations of the Contractor, in order to assess the conformity and quality of the Works for Owner. In addition, the Supervisor or its personnel may carry out at all reasonable times and whenever deemed necessary, inspection visits to the Project Areas as well as to all workshops, storage facilities and installations where Major Items of Equipment are manufactured, assembled, tested or prepared for shipment. |
All information produced by the Contractor shall be communicated to the Supervisor with the authorization of and information to Owner.
4.3 | Control and Monitoring of the Project Schedule The Supervisor may observe all phases and operations of the Works to see if they remain organized throughout construction to respect the Project Schedule. The Supervisor may alert the Contractor promptly, whenever the Supervisor foresees any risk of delays and may request that the Contractor analyze its programs and sequences of work. The Supervisor may suggest partial or general adaptations of the program whenever it deems necessary. |
4.4 | Reporting The Supervisor may prepare and submit to Owner monthly progress and site activity reports basically containing all figures and site measurements, results of quality control, observations and description of factual events occurring on the Project Areas and in home offices or shops of all Major Items of Equipment, and any other report that Owner may deem appropriate. |
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4.5 | Supervisors duties during Warranty Period The Supervisor will provide assistance to Owner during the Warranty Period when required by Owner. Plant Equipment as well as civil works specialists and experts will be made available to Owner for performing site visits when needed to provide the technical and contract management services during this period. |
V. | CONTRACTOR |
5.1 | General Obligations - The Contractor shall perform or cause to be performed the Preliminary Works once the Limited Notice to Commence has been given and Permanent Works and the Temporary Works once the Notice to Commence has been given, including as applicable, engineering and design, procurement, manufacture, delivery, site clearance, civil works, construction and erection, installation, training, start-up (including calibration, inspection and start-up operation), demonstration and testing of the Works, and provide all labor, Major Items of Equipment, Materials, Auxiliary Services, equipment, machinery, tools, transportation, construction fuels, chemicals required in connection with the Contractors performance of any part of the Works, utilities required in connection with the Contractors performance of any part of the Works (except to the extent expressly provided otherwise herein), administration and other services or items required to complete the Works, all on a lump sum, fixed price (with the exception of Surface Invasive and Subsurface Civil Work), turnkey basis and otherwise in accordance with this Contract, including without limitation the Technical Specifications, and in compliance with all Applicable Laws and Applicable Permits which apply to the Works, and generally recognized professional and industry standards (including Prudent Utility Practices and Prudent Electrical Practices). The Contractor shall further design, engineer, construct and execute the Works in a manner consistent with the requirements of this Contract and to provide Owner a complete, integrated and fully functional hydropower generating Plant to be used for base load service. |
Owner is relying upon the expertise of the Contractor to furnish the completed Plant in accordance with the terms of this Contract. The Contractor acknowledges Owners reliance upon the expertise of the Contractor as set forth in this Section 5.1.
The Works shall be completed by the Contractor wholly in accordance with this Contract and generally recognized professional and industry standards (including Prudent Utility Practices and Prudent Electrical Practices), compliant with the Applicable Laws of Peru and Applicable Permits. The Works shall include any work which is necessary to satisfy the Technical Specifications and Schedules, or is implied by this Contract, or arises from any obligation of the Contractor, and all works not mentioned in this Contract but which may be reasonably inferred from this Contract to be necessary for the stability or completion or the safe, reliable and efficient operation of the applicable Works.
The Contractor shall design, execute and complete the Works, including providing Construction Documents, within the Time for Completion, each as provided herein, and shall remedy any Defects or Deficiencies that may arise within the Warranty Period irrespective of whether such Defects or Deficiencies can be remedied during such Warranty Period. The Contractor shall provide all
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superintendence, labor, plant, Materials, Main Spare Parts, Contractors Equipment, Temporary Works and all other things, whether of a temporary or permanent nature, required in and for such design, execution, completion and remedying of Defects or Deficiencies. The Contractor shall execute the Works continuously and diligently and shall achieve the Partial Taking-Over Dates and the Final Taking-Over Date on or before the Scheduled Partial Taking-Over Date and the Scheduled Final Taking-Over Date, and thereafter achieve the Actual Project Acceptance Date as expeditiously as possible, but not later than one hundred eighty (180) days after the Final Taking-Over Date, or if Owner exercises its right under Section 10.9, one hundred eighty (180) days after the Contractor is provided access again to the Works to perform Performance Tests (Early Operation Extension Period).
Unless as otherwise stated in the Contract, the Contractor knows and accepts that during the execution of the Works (with the exception provided in Sections 5.9 and 5.10) it may find geological, hydrological or meteorological or other conditions that could affect construction costs or the Time for Completion. The Contractor declares that has reviewed the Project Data and made such other investigations as it deems necessary and has considered all risks (whether related thereto or not) in its derivation of the Lump Sum Price. As a result, if any such risks arise, the Contractor will not be released from its obligations under the Contract on the basis of a Force Majeure claim or on any other basis and will not be entitled to a Variation for the adjustment of the Lump Sum Price or the extension of the Time for Completion. This provision shall not prejudice Contractors rights according to Article XX for future supervening Force Majeure events that are not caused by the conditions existing at the Effective Date.
The Contractor shall satisfy itself prior to the Effective Date regarding the design criteria (if any) included in the Technical Specifications and the accuracy of any setting-out points, lines and levels of reference specified therein. The Contractor shall make no claim for additional compensation, extension of the Time for Completion, Variation or otherwise for any alleged error, fault or defect in the Technical Specifications.
The Contractor shall take full responsibility for the adequacy, stability and safety of the Plant, of all means and methods of construction by Contractor and its Subcontractors and of all the Works, irrespective of any approval or consent or the lack thereof by Owners Representative or the Supervisor. Once the Works are completed, they shall be fit for purpose as defined under this Contract and the Technical Specifications.
The intent of this Contract is to relieve Owner of the necessity of engaging or supplying any labor, service or material to complete the Plant unless the labor, service or material is expressly stated in this Contract as being furnished by Owner.
5.2 | Contractors Representative - Unless the Contractors Representative is named in this Contract, the Contractor shall, within fourteen (14) days of the Effective Date, submit to Owners Representative for consent the name and particulars of the Person the Contractor proposes to appoint, which shall not be |
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unreasonably delayed or withheld. The Contractor shall not revoke the appointment of the Contractors Representative without the prior consent of Owners Representative. |
The Contractors Representative shall be a full time employee of the Contractor dedicated to directing the preparation of the Construction Documents and the execution of the Works. Except as otherwise stated in this Contract, the Contractors Representative shall receive (on behalf of the Contractor) all notices, instructions, consents, approvals, certificates, determinations and other communications under this Contract. Whenever the Contractors Representative is to be absent, a suitable replacement person shall be appointed, and Owners Representative shall be notified accordingly. Owner will have the right to approve those individuals who will hold key project positions as defined in Exhibit E. Owner shall have the right at all times to require that any personnel (whether or not previously approved by Owner) be removed and replaced by personnel acceptable to Owner in the case that any person is not fit, skilled or capable of performing the work assigned to him or otherwise jeopardizes the safety or efficient performance of any part of the Works.
Subject to the written consent of Owners Representative, the Contractors Representative may delegate any of his powers, functions and authorities to any competent person, and may at any time revoke any such delegation. Any such delegation or revocation shall be in writing and shall not take effect until Owners Representative has received prior notice signed by the Contractors Representative, specifying the powers, functions and authorities being delegated or revoked. The Contractors Representative and such persons shall be fluent for day-to-day communications in written and verbal English and Spanish.
5.3 | Coordination of the Works - The Contractor shall be responsible for the coordination and proper execution of the Works, including cooperation with Owners other contractors so as to minimize conflicts with the Works. The Contractor shall, as specified in the Technical Specifications, afford all reasonable opportunities for carrying out its work to: |
(a) | any other contractors employed by Owner and their workmen; |
(b) | the workmen of Owner; and |
(c) | the workmen of any legally constituted public authorities who may be employed in the execution on or near the Project Areas of any work not included in this Contract, which Owner may require. |
If any part of the Works depends for proper and timely execution or results upon the work of any other contractor, the Contractor shall inspect and promptly report in writing to Owner any Defects or cause of delay in such work that renders it unsuitable for such proper and timely execution or results. Failure of the Contractor to do so shall constitute its acceptance of such other work as fit and proper for the reception of the Works.
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The Contractor shall timely inform to Owners Representative and the Supervisor the scope of works related to Subcontractors and suppliers who will perform works within the Project Areas.
5.4 | Subcontractors - The Contractor shall not subcontract any portion of the Works whose value exceeds five millions Dollars (US$ 5,000,000) without the prior written consent of Owner. Unless otherwise stated in this Contract: |
(a) | the Contractor shall not be required to obtain consent for purchases of new Materials or for subcontracts for which the Subcontractor is an Affiliate or named in this Contract or identified in the Subcontractor List set forth in Schedule 2; |
(b) | the prior consent of Owners Representative shall be obtained (and shall not be unreasonably delayed, withheld or conditioned) to other proposed Subcontractors not set forth in subparagraph (a) above; and |
(c) | not less than twenty-eight (28) days before the intended date of each new Subcontractor commencing work on the Project Areas, the Contractor shall notify Owners Representative and the Supervisor of such intention. |
The Contractor shall be responsible for observance by all Subcontractors of all the provisions of this Contract. The Contractor shall be responsible for the acts or defaults of any Subcontractor, his agents or employees, in the performance of the Works as fully as if they were the acts or defaults of the Contractor, his agents or employees. Any subcontracting by the Contractor of any portion of the Works shall not release or discharge the Contractor of any of its responsibilities or obligations under this Contract. Any Subcontractor warranties extending beyond the Warranty Period (or any longer applicable period agreed to by the Contractor) shall be assigned to Owner.
All Works performed for the Contractor by a Subcontractor shall be governed by terms and conditions provided in written contracts executed between Contractor and Subcontractor.
The Contractor agrees to incorporate into each Subcontractor agreement greater than one million five hundred thousand Dollars (US$1,500,000) in value, terms and conditions substantially equivalent to those in this Contract to the extent applicable to such Subcontractors work. All such Subcontract agreements and purchase orders shall contain a provision providing for assignment of such subcontracts or purchase orders to Owner in the event of termination of the Contractors employment pursuant to the terms of this Contract. Such assignment will be at the discretion of Owner and at no cost to Owner.
At any time during the execution of the Works, Owner may reasonably require the Contractor to remove any Subcontractor employed on the Project Areas.
The Contractor shall pay each Subcontractor the amount to which said Subcontractor is entitled under the applicable subcontract. Contractor shall
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execute and deliver to Owner a certificate substantially in the form of Schedule 22 (Form of Proof of Subcontractor Payment) every three (3) months, by which Contractor will represent and warrant to Owner that it paid to the Subcontractors any amounts due to the Subcontractor that are related to the amounts evidenced in the relevant invoice.
5.5 | Assignment of Subcontractors Obligations - If a Subcontractor has undertaken a continuing obligation to the Contractor for work designed or executed, or Major Items of Equipment, Materials, Auxiliary Services or other services supplied, by such Subcontractor, and if such obligation extends beyond the expiry of the Warranty Period, the Contractor shall if permitted under the terms of such Subcontract, upon the expiry of the Warranty Period, assign the benefit of such obligation to Owner for its unexpired duration at the request of Owner. The Contractor shall ensure that all of its rights under any Subcontract that is valued at greater than one million five hundred thousand Dollars (US$1,500,000), are capable of being assign to Owner. Such assignment will be at the discretion of Owner and at no cost to Owner. |
5.6 | Setting Out - The Contractor shall set out the Works in relation to original points, lines and levels of reference specified in the Technical Specifications or, if not specified, given by Owners Representative in writing. The Contractor shall correct, at his cost, any error in the positions, levels, dimensions or alignment of the Works. The Contractor shall be responsible for the joining and fitting of all civil works and parts of the Works in a manner such that the Plant can operate as an integrated power plant, and any checking or inspection by Owner or the Supervisor shall not relieve the Contractor of any responsibility as to the correctness of the Works. |
5.7 | Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) - Unless otherwise stated in this Contract, the Contractor shall institute a quality assurance system to demonstrate compliance with the requirements of this Contract that conforms to the guidelines provided by Schedule 20. The implementation of a quality assurance system pursuant to this Section 5.7 will not relieve the Contractor of any of its duties, obligations or responsibilities with Owner under this Contract. |
The Contractor shall make available to Owners Representative and the Supervisor all quality assurance or quality control procedures and compliance documents at the Contractors premises before the commencement of each design and execution stage. When any QA/QC document is issued to Owners Representative and the Supervisor, it shall be accompanied by the signed quality statements for such document, in accordance with the details stated in this Contract. Owners Representative may instruct the Contractor to amend any quality assurance or quality control procedure that does not adhere to the guidelines provided in Schedule 20 and to take any corrective action that is needed to achieve compliance with such guideline.
5.8 | Existing Project Data - The Contractor shall be solely responsible for interpreting and using all of the data provided by Owner and contained in Exhibits A and D, and Owner makes no warranty or representation that such information is accurate, complete or exhaustive, except as stated below. In case of contradiction between the information contained in Exhibits A and D, Exhibit A will prevail. Exhibit D shall supplement the omissions that may exist in Exhibit A. |
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The Contractor shall be deemed to have inspected and examined the Concession Area, its surroundings, the Project Data and other available information, and to have satisfied itself prior to the Effective Date as to:
(a) | the form and nature of the Concession Area, including all Concession Area conditions; |
(b) | unless as otherwise stated in the Contract, all applicable hydrological and climatic conditions, including those of the Concession Area and Peru; |
(c) | the extent and nature of the work, labor, manpower, services including Auxiliary Services, construction equipment, Materials necessary for the execution and completion of the Works, and the remedying of any Defects or Deficiencies; and |
(d) | the means of access to the Project Areas and the accommodation it may require. |
The Contractor shall be deemed to have obtained all necessary information as to risks, contingencies and all other circumstances which may influence or affect the Lump Sum Price or Project Schedule.
The Contractor has thoroughly investigated the Concession Area, including any applicable easements, water sources, access to the Project Areas, transportation, international and local labor conditions, all Applicable Laws in the locations where Works are to be performed; and has investigated the Applicable Permits required as of the Effective Date and all attachments hereto; and investigated all other matters or conditions it deems relevant or that could affect execution of the Works, and the Contractor shall not be entitled to and shall make any claim for additional compensation, Force Majeure, extension of the Time for Completion, Variation or otherwise, for any reason relating to any of the foregoing matters (other than as provided in this Contract) or for any matter relating to conditions encountered above, below on or at the Project Areas on the ground of any allegation or fact that incorrect or insufficient information was given to them by Owner or any other Person, whether in the employ of Owner or otherwise.
The Owner acknowledges that the Contractor shall design the Plant on the basis of hydrological and water quality data supplied by the Owner included in Exhibit D and therefore, the Contractor shall not be held liable for the accuracy of such data. Correctness and Sufficiency of the Lump Sum Price - The Contractor shall be deemed to have satisfied itself as to the correctness and sufficiency of the Lump Sum Price. Unless otherwise stated in this Contract, the Lump Sum Price (other than with respect to Surface Invasive or Subsurface Civil Work) shall cover the performance of all its obligations under this Contract.
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5.9 | Foundations and Tunnels - All Surface Invasive and Subsurface Civil Work, will be subject to the risk sharing mechanism set forth in Exhibit I. Modifications to the Lump Sum Price and/or an extension of Time for Completion will be granted to the Contractor according to the geological risk sharing procedures and Unit Rates set forth in Exhibit I, through the execution of a Variation. |
5.10 | Access to the Concession Area - The Contractor shall be responsible for the selection, design and construction of Access Roads and Accessways and for the alterations or modifications that it may need to introduce in Access Routes, without prejudice to Section 2.1 and Exhibit F. The Contractor shall maintain and repair all Access Roads and Accessways and shall be responsible for repairing the Access Routes damaged by the Contractor or his Subcontractors. Such selection, design, construction, alterations, modifications, maintenance and repair of Access Roads, Access Routes and Accessways, including their use and signaling, shall conform to the Applicable Laws. The Contractor shall provide any signs or directions which he may consider necessary for the guidance and security of its staff, labor and others. The Contractor shall obtain any permission that may be required from any Governmental Authority or from any third party for the construction, modification, alteration or use of such routes, signs and directions. |
Owner will not be responsible for any claims which may arise from the use or otherwise of any Access Route, Access Road or Accessway and the Contractor will defend Owner against and indemnify Owner for any third party claim or sanction imposed by any Governmental Authority for the use of any such route or for the damages suffered as a result of any such use.
The Contractor shall be deemed to have satisfied himself as to the suitability and availability of the Access Routes, Access Roads and Accessways he chooses to use in order to reach the Concession Area or the Project Areas, as applicable. Owner does not guarantee the suitability or availability of any particular route, including those described by reference in the Project Data, and the Contractor shall not be entitled to any Variation for any non-suitability or non-availability for continuous use during construction of any such route except (a) as a result of Force Majeure, if applicable, or (b) civil works on any route carried out by a Governmental Authority.
The Contractor shall use reasonable efforts to prevent any of the highways or bridges connecting with or on the route to the Concession Area from being damaged or injured by any traffic of the Contractor or any of his Subcontractors. The Contractor in particular shall select routes, choose and use vehicles and restrict and distribute loads so that any extraordinary traffic that will inevitably arise from moving the Major Items of Equipment and Material from and to the Concession Area shall be limited as far as reasonably possible so that damage or injury to such highways and bridges shall be minimized or avoided altogether.
Any modification or change in the selection, design or use of any Access Road, Access Route or Accessway shall be previously approved by Owner.
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In case that the design and construction of some or all Access Roads and Accessways, are executed by local or regional authorities within the Concession Area, then the Contractor shall participate in the public bid solicitation processes conducted by such authorities according to the Applicable Law and the Contractor shall make its best efforts to be awarded the Access Contract. The Contractor shall be responsible for complying with the rules of the bid solicitation process and for the performance of its obligations under any Access Contract. The Parties will execute a Variation to reflect the impact in the cost of the Works caused by the construction of such Access Roads and Accessways under any Access Contract.
5.11 | Project Schedule - |
The Contractor shall submit a detailed Project Schedule of the execution of the Works to Owners Representative, for information, within forty-five (45) days after the Commencement Date.
The Project Schedule (in the form of a GANTT chart) shall be in a level of detail reasonably acceptable to Owners Representative, shall not substantially deviate from the durations and milestones established in the preliminary Project Schedule set out in Schedule 1 and shall be in accordance with the requirements hereof. The final Project Schedule shall include the following:
(a) | the order (identifying the tasks that are on the critical path) in which the Contractor proposes to carry out the Works (including each stage of design, procurement, manufacture, delivery to the Project Areas, construction, erection, testing and Precommissioning, Start-Up and the Performance Tests); |
(b) | the times when submissions and approvals or consents by Owners Representative are required, but only if indicated as required in the Technical Specifications; and |
(c) | the Precommissioning, Start-Up and Performance Tests. |
The Contractor shall prepare the Project Schedule or any amendment or update to the Project Schedule in Primavera software or equivalent. The Project Schedule shall include all major events and activities in the production of Construction Documents and the periods for the pre-construction reviews under Section 6.2. Unless otherwise stated in this Contract, the Project Schedule shall be developed using critical path method and precedence networking techniques, showing early start, late start, early finish and late finish dates.
The Contractor shall, whenever required by the Owners Representatives or the Supervisor, provide in writing a general description of the arrangements and methods which the Contractor proposes to adopt for the execution of the Works. If Contractor materially alters any such actions, obligations or Works, the Contractor shall inform Owners Representative. If the progress of the Works does not conform to the Project Schedule, Owners Representative may request the Contractor to revise the Project Schedule, showing the modifications necessary to achieve completion within the Time for Completion.
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The Contractor will not be relieved or excused of any obligation undertaken hereunder by the absence or delay of Owners acceptance of the Project Schedule.
5.12 | Progress Reports and Meetings Daily reports shall be prepared by Contractor and submitted to the Representatives and the Supervisor electronically on the following day. The daily report shall include all occurrences of the last twenty four (24) hours together with a description of the labour and Materials which have been incorporated in the Works. |
Monthly progress reports shall be prepared by the Contractor and submitted to the Owners Representatives and the Supervisor electronically. One physical copy shall be delivered to Owner. The first report shall cover the period up to the end of the calendar month after that in which the Commencement Date occurred; reports shall be submitted monthly thereafter, on or before the fifth (5th) Business Day of each calendar month. Reporting shall continue until the Contractor has completed all Works which are known to be outstanding at the completion date stated in the Final Taking-Over Certificate. Each monthly report shall include:
(a) | photographs and detailed descriptions of progress, including each stage of design, procurement, manufacture, delivery to Project Areas, construction, erection, testing and Precommissioning, Start-Up and Performance Tests; |
(b) | charts showing the status of Construction Documents, purchase orders, manufacture and construction; |
(c) | for the manufacture of each Major Item of Equipment, Materials and Spare Parts, the name of manufacturer, manufacture location, percentage progress and the actual or expected dates of commencement of manufacture, Contractors inspections, tests and delivery; |
(d) | records of personnel and Contractors Equipment on the Project Areas; |
(e) | log of quality assurance documents, test results and certificates of Materials and equipment issued during the prior month; |
(f) | safety statistics, including details of any hazardous incidents and activities relating to environmental aspects and public relations; |
(g) | comparisons of actual and planned progress (including a summary of the Works expected to be completed during the ensuing calendar month), with details of any aspects which |
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may jeopardize the completion in accordance with the Project Schedule and this Contract, and the measures being (or to be) adopted to overcome such aspects (including material quantities installed, tables and charts for comparison versus total quantities for complete installation); |
(h) | any and all unresolved claims or disputes that involve requests for extension to the Time for Completion, or adjustment to any other date or milestone set forth in this Contract or increases in the Lump Sum Price; and |
(i) | any additional information that Owners Representative or any Governmental Authority may request. |
Notwithstanding the obligations provided in this Section 5.13, the Contractor shall promptly deliver any information reasonably requested by Owner or any Governmental Authority regarding the execution of the Works.
Weekly meetings will be held at the Site between the Contractor, Owners Representative and the Supervisor to review the status of the Works and all issues relating to the performance of Contractors obligations hereunder.
Once a month the Contractor, Owners Representative and the Supervisor shall attend a meeting in order to discuss the previous monthly progress report. Owner will inform seven (7) days in advance the date and location of the meeting.
The Contractor shall attend any other meeting reasonably requested by Owner or the Supervisor.
5.13 | Contractors Equipment - The Contractor shall provide all Contractors Equipment necessary to complete the Works within the Time for Completion. Contractor guarantees that all equipment and materials listed on Exhibit A will be on site at the times and in at least the quantities listed therein. All Contractors Equipment shall, when brought on to the Project Areas, be deemed to be exclusively intended for the execution of the Works in order to comply with the Technical Specifications. The Contractor shall not remove from the Project Areas any such Contractors Equipment without the consent of Owners Representative, which shall not be unreasonably withheld. |
5.14 | Safety Precautions - The Contractor shall comply with all applicable safety laws and regulations in his design, access arrangements and operations on the Project Areas, including, without limitation, Applicable Laws of Peru, Applicable Permits, the Equator Principles based on the International Finance Corporation Performance Standards and particularly the EIA, Reglamento de Seguridad y Salud en el Trabajo de las Actividades Eléctricas (RM No. 161-2007-MEM-DM del 13 de abril de 2007) and the most recent revisions of standards published by the International Organization for Standardization for the Protection of the Environment and Human Health and Safety. The Contractor shall, from the commencement of Works on the Project Areas until the Final Taking-Over Date, provide the following in relation to on-site activities at the Project Areas: |
(a) | fencing, lighting, guarding, watching and protecting the Works; |
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(b) | temporary roadways, footways, flagmen, warning signs, guards and fences which may be necessary for the accommodation and protection of owners and occupiers of adjacent land, the public and others; |
(c) | reasonable measure for the prevention of fires; |
(d) | the elimination of excessive dust or smoke; |
(e) | the protection of overhead utility lines, underground pipes, conduit or cables clearly identified with full description thereof in Exhibits A and D; |
(f) | protection of adjacent properties from subsidence, collapse, discharge, and from dust, smoke, fire and chemical or other intrusion from the performance of the Works; |
(g) | personnel protection equipment for the Contractors personnel, Owners personnel and the Supervisors personnel; and |
(h) | first aid facilities for the Contractors personnel, Owners personnel and the Supervisors personnel. |
Should Owner request that Contractor provide safeguards reasonably required by Applicable Laws or Applicable Permits for the protection of persons or property as required by this Section 5.15 and should the Contractor fail to comply with such request within a reasonable time, Owner may provide such safeguards and the Contractor shall reimburse Owner for the reasonable costs thereof.
5.15 | Protection of the Environment - The Contractor shall comply with all Applicable Laws in the locations where Works are being performed and the portions of Applicable Permits which apply to Contractors performance of Works, particularly the Environmental Management Plan contained in the EIA and other EIA regulations concerning construction, in its design, access arrangements and operations on the Concession Area. During construction, the Contractor shall take all necessary steps to protect the environment (both on and off the Project Areas) pursuant to the Applicable Permits and the Applicable Laws in force in Peru from time to time. |
The Contractor shall provide properly designed storage areas which are impermeable to leakage into the surrounding soil for storage of oils, lubricants or other hazardous wastes. Such storage will also be covered and protected from inundation and overflow by rainfall into the surrounding soil. Dangerous Substances generated during completion of the Works will be properly disposed of by the Contractor.
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The Contractor shall be responsible only for Dangerous Substances which the Contractor brings onto the Concession Area to use in the performance of the Works or which are generated by the Contractor at the Project Areas and shall not be responsible for Dangerous Substances nor any other environmental liabilities which exist at the Concession Area on or before the Limited Notice to Commence.
Contractor shall remove any Dangerous Substances from the Concession Area before returning any part thereof to Owner.
The Contractor shall, immediately upon discovery of any Dangerous Substance for which Owner is responsible, notify Owners Representative, who may issue instructions to the Contractor regarding the removal of such Dangerous Substance. If the Contractor suffers delay or incurs Cost as a result of the execution of Owners Representative instructions to remove Dangerous Substance, the Contractor shall give notice to Owners Representative of such delay or of the incurrence of such Costs, with a copy to Owner and Owners Representative shall promptly thereafter agree or determine pursuant to Article XV:
(a) | the extension of time to which the Contractor is entitled under Section 9.4; and |
(b) | the amount of such Cost, which shall be added to the Lump Sum Price, and shall notify the Contractor accordingly. |
5.16 | Public Relations with the Local Communities - During the execution of the Works the Contractor, its personnel and its Subcontractors shall undertake best efforts to keep and maintain good relations with the local communities located within the Concession Area, respecting their customs and traditions. The Contractor must comply with the Community Relations Plan contained in the EIA in coordination with Owner. |
The Contractor shall appoint a person with experience in community relations management to liaise with Owner on the management of relations with communities established in areas surrounding the Concession Area. The Contractor may not execute agreements or undertake commitments with stakeholders of the Works, including but not limited to Governmental Authorities, community leaders, unions and others, without the prior written consent of Owner and once it executes any such agreement or assumes any such commitment, it shall comply with the obligations it has assumed therein.
5.17 | Clearance of Project Areas - During the execution of the Works, the Contractor shall keep the Project Areas free from all unnecessary obstruction, and shall store or dispose of any Contractors Equipment or surplus materials. The Contractor shall clear away and remove from the Project Areas any wreckage, rubbish or Temporary Works no longer required. Clearance of the Project Areas by the Contractor must comply with the Applicable Laws and particularly with any environmental regulation. |
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Upon the issue of the Final Taking-Over Certificate, the Contractor shall clear away and remove, from that part of the Project Areas, all Contractors Equipment, surplus material, wreckage, rubbish and Temporary Works. The Contractor shall leave the Project Areas, the Works, the Access Routes and the Access Roads in a clean, safe and good condition to the reasonable satisfaction of Owners Representative, except that, the Contractor shall be entitled to retain on the Project Areas, until the expiry of the Warranty Period, such Contractors Equipment, Materials and Temporary Works as reasonably required by it for the purpose of fulfilling its obligations under this Contract.
Owner will have the option to purchase for one (1) dollar the work camps infrastructure and buildings installed by the Contractor on the Project Areas for itself or for the local communities, or to instruct the Contractor to remove such camps and leave the Project Areas in a clean condition.
If the Contractor fails to remove from the Project Areas, by twenty-eight (28) days after the issue of the Actual Project Acceptance Certificate, any remaining Contractors Equipment, surplus material, wreckage, rubbish and Temporary Works or camp infrastructure, Owner may sell or otherwise dispose of such items. Owner shall be entitled to retain, from the proceeds of such sale, a sum sufficient to meet the costs incurred in connection with the sale or disposal, and in restoring the Project Areas. Any balance of the proceeds remaining after Owner has reimbursed itself of disposal costs pursuant to this Section 5.18, shall be paid by Owner to the Contractor.
5.18 | Security of the Project Areas - Unless otherwise stated herein: |
(a) | the Contractor shall be responsible for keeping unauthorized encroachment or persons off the Project Areas and shall not be entitled to a Variation if such occurs and damage or theft results therefrom and such shall not be considered Force Majeure; and |
(b) | authorized persons shall be limited to the employees of the Contractor, employees of Subcontractors, employees of the Supervisor and persons authorized by Owner or the Representatives. |
The Contractor shall allow Owner, Owners Representative, the Supervisor and any other Person notified to the Contractor by Owner, Owners Representative or the Supervisor to inspect the Works at all times.
5.19 | Contractors Operations on Project Areas - The Contractor shall confine his operations for Works to the Project Areas. The Contractor shall take all necessary precautions to keep his personnel, equipment and Subcontractors within the Project Areas, and to keep and prohibit them from encroaching on adjacent land. |
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5.20 | Remains - The Contractor may not claim any property interest or rights of any other nature over the Remains discovered by the Contractor on the Project Areas. The Contractor shall take reasonable precautions to prevent its staff, labor or other Persons from removing or damaging any Remain discovered in the Project Areas. |
The Contractor shall, immediately upon discovery of a Remain of archeological nature, suspend the Works and advise Owners Representative, who may issue instructions how to proceed regarding such findings. The Contractor shall advise Owners Representative of the estimated costs of removing any such Remain promptly after receiving instructions to remove the relevant remain and shall not commence the removal of the Remains until it receives written approval from Owners Representative. If the Contractor suffers delay or incurs Cost as a result of the finding of the Remains or the execution of Owners Representatives instructions regarding the Remains, the Contractor shall give notice to Owners Representative of such delay or of the incurrence of such Costs with a copy to Owner and Owners Representative shall promptly thereafter agree or determine pursuant to Article XV:
(a) | the extension of time to which the Contractor is entitled under Section 9.4; and |
(b) | the amount of such Cost, which shall be added to the Lump Sum Price, and shall notify the Contractor accordingly. |
The Contractor will be responsible of obtaining all permits and authorizations necessary for the exploitation of the quarries needed for the executions of the Works.
The Contractor shall immediately inform Owner of any discovery of minerals and seek instructions for dealing with them. The manipulation and disposal of minerals shall be done in compliance with the corresponding rules of the EIA and the Applicable Laws.
The Contractor, its Subcontractors, their Affiliates, agents, staff and labor shall not file any application, petition or request to be granted an authorization, permission or concession to explore or exploit minerals within the Concession Area and surrounding areas that could interfere with the proper execution of the Works.
5.21 | Use of Explosives - The Contractor shall comply with the Technical Specifications and with all Applicable Laws and internationally accepted practices related to the acquisition, transportation, storage, handling and use of explosives for the execution of the Works. The Contractor shall build adequate explosives storage facilities on the Project Areas duly approved by the competent Government Authority. The acquisition, transportation, storage, handling and use of explosives shall be executed by the Contractor according to a written proceeding protocol previously delivered by the Contractor and approved by Owner. The Contractor shall obtain all Applicable Permits and shall be the only responsible for the acquisition, transportation, storage, handling and use of explosives in the Works, including all security issues and safety precautions thereto. |
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The Contractor shall inform the communities located in the Concession Area the dates and times of programmed use of explosives, the recommended safety measures and any other information relevant to guarantee their security and safety, pursuant to a communication plan previously approved by Owner.
5.22 | Water Borne Traffic - Where the nature of the Works is such that Contractor elects to use of water borne transport, the Contractor shall use reasonable efforts to prevent any of the locks, docks, sea walls or other structures related to a waterway from being damaged or injured by any traffic of the Contractor or any of his Subcontractors. The Contractor in particular shall select routes, choose and use crafts and restrict and distribute loads so that any extraordinary traffic that will inevitably arise from moving the Major Items of Equipment and Material from and to the Concession Area shall be limited as far as reasonably possible so that damage or injury to such waterway structures shall be minimized or avoided altogether. |
5.23 | Training Program - The Contractor shall provide, at no additional cost to Owner, training at the Plant for the operators of the Plant pursuant to the Training Program set forth in Exhibit A. Such training shall commence ninety (90) days prior to the first Partial Taking-Over Date. |
5.24 | Participation - The Contractor shall and shall cause each of its Subcontractors carrying out Works in Peru: |
(a) | to the maximum extent possible, give preference to the use of construction equipment and other equipment, materials and products produced and manufactured in Peru; and |
(b) | to the maximum extent possible, give preference to the use in the performance of its obligations under this Contract to local labor (both skilled and unskilled), local supervisory, professional and other personnel, local services and local contractors. |
VI. | DESIGN |
6.1 | Design of the Works - The Contractor shall carry out and be responsible for all the design of the Works. Detailed Design shall be prepared by qualified designers who are engineers or other professionals and who are also internationally experienced designers. Once approved by Owners Representative, in accordance with Exhibit A, Detailed Design will become part of the Technical Specification. Any examination, comment or approval to the Detailed Design by Owners Representative or the Supervisor will not relieve the Contractor from any duty, responsibility or obligation under this Contract. |
For each part of the Works, the prior written consent of Owners Representative shall be obtained before any design engineer or design Subcontractor, if they are not named as such in this Contract or identified in the Subcontractor List set
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forth in Schedule 2. Nothing contained in this Contract shall create any contractual relationship or professional obligations between any design engineer or a design Subcontractor (including in each case, between their respective employee or employers) and Owner.
The Contractor represents and warrants to the Owner that the Contractor, its designers and design Subcontractors have the experience and capability necessary for the design of the Plant. The Contractor shall make available all designer engineers for discussions with Owners Representative and the Supervisor at any time prior to the expiration of the Warranty Period and promptly after the receipt of a request from Owner.
6.2 | Construction Documents and Workbook The Contractor shall prepare Construction Documents which must satisfy the Technical Specifications (Exhibit A), all Applicable Laws, Applicable Permits and all regulatory approvals, to provide Contractors suppliers and construction personnel sufficient instruction to execute the Works, and to describe the operation of the completed Works. |
Construction Documents shall, when considered ready for use, be submitted to Owners Representative for review and approval when required in accordance with Exhibit A. The Contractor shall issue at least one counterpart of each Construction Document in Spanish and shall be approved as required by Applicable Law.
If Owners Representative, within the applicable Review Period, notifies the Contractor that a proposed Construction Document is deficient, such Construction Document shall be rectified and resubmitted by the Contractor for review in accordance with this Section at the Contractors expense.
For each part of the Works:
(a) | construction shall not commence prior to either the date on which Owners Representative gives its final review comments and such have been addressed by the Contractor in a manner satisfactory to the Owners Representative or the expiry of the Review Periods (whichever is earlier) (including, to the extent required by Exhibit A, the receipt of Owners Representatives approval within such Review Period) for the Construction Documents which are relevant to the design and construction of such part as indicated in Exhibit A; |
(b) | construction shall be strictly in accordance with such Construction Documents; and |
(c) | if the Contractor modifies any Construction Document which has previously been submitted for such pre-construction review, the Contractor shall immediately in writing notify Owners Representative of the change and provide Owner with a copy of the modified Construction Document, which shall be submitted for pre-construction review within a new Review Period. |
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Errors, omissions, ambiguities, inconsistencies, inadequacies and other Defects in the Construction Documents or arising therefrom shall be rectified by the Contractor at its sole cost and risk.
6.2.1 | No Relief from Liability - Neither: |
(a) | the examination, review or approval of Construction Documents under this Section 6.2 or the making of objections, representations, comments or suggestions, or failure to make the same in relation to the said Construction Documents, the Workbook or any other aspect of the Works; nor |
(b) | any other act or omission of Owner, the Representatives, the Supervisor or of any other Person acting or purporting to act on its behalf in relation to any aspect of the Works (including without limitation the issue of any payment certificate or other certificate or the issue of any order or instruction pursuant to this Contract); |
shall relieve the Contractor in whole or in part of any duty, obligation or liability undertaken by the Contractor in relation to the Works under this Contract or otherwise, or diminish or vary any such duty, obligation or liability, whether by way of contribution or otherwise. Neither Owner nor the Representatives or the Supervisor shall be under any duty or obligation to warn or notify the Contractor of the breach of any duty or obligation owed by the Contractor hereunder or otherwise in relation to the Works of which Owner, the Supervisor or the Representatives are aware.
6.2.2 | No Variation - Neither any review of Construction Documents or the Workbook by the Representatives or the Supervisor under this Section 6.2 nor any modification as a result of such review shall be capable of constituting a Variation pursuant to Article XV and no additional payment of any kind or extension of Time for Completion shall be awarded in respect of the time taken for, or other circumstances whatsoever surrounding, review of the Construction Documents by Owners Representative and the Supervisor or the subsequent carrying out of the Works. |
6.3 | Contractors Undertaking - The Contractor represents and warrants that the design, the Construction Documents, the execution and the completed Works will be in accordance with the following, in order of priority: |
(a) | the Applicable Permits; |
(b) | the Applicable Laws of Peru; and |
(c) | the documents forming this Contract, as altered or modified by Variations. |
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The Contractor shall not, under any circumstances, deviate from the requirements of (a) and (b) above without Owners prior written approval. The Contractor shall make no claim for any additional compensation, extension of the Time for Completion, Variation or otherwise for any such deviations due to legal or physical impossibility except and only to the extent expressly permitted by this Contract. The Contractor further represents and warrants that as of the Base Date, it is not aware of any conflict between the Applicable Laws in Peru and the requirements of this Contract. The above additional compensation does not include any indemnification for loss or damages arising from Owners breach of Contract.
6.4 | Technical Standards and Regulations - The design, the Construction Documents, the execution and the completed Works shall comply with the technical standards specified in the Technical Specifications and Schedules or as defined by Applicable Laws and Applicable Permits including requirements of local utility providers and the electric transmission grid. References in this Contract to such specifications and other matters shall be understood to be references to the edition applicable on the Base Date, unless explicitly stated otherwise herein. If a Change in Law occurs after the Base Date, the Contractor, if it does so within thirty (30) days after knowledge of such Change in Law, may submit proposals for compliance to Owners Representative and upon Owners Representatives acceptance of the technical solution included in such proposal the Contractor shall be entitled to a Variation in accordance with Article XV. |
6.5 | Samples - The Construction Documents shall include the following samples and any relevant information, which the Contractor shall submit for pre-construction review by Owners Representative in accordance with Section 6.2: |
(a) | samples (if any) specified in the Technical Specifications; |
(b) | additional samples instructed by Owners Representative under Article XV; and, |
(c) | additional samples proposed or requested by the Contractor. |
Each sample shall be labeled as to origin and intended use in the Works.
6.6 | As-Built Drawings - The Contractor shall prepare and keep up-to-date a complete set of as-built records of the execution of the Works pursuant to Applicable Law, showing the exact as-built locations, sizes and details of the Works as executed. These records shall be kept on the Site. |
As-built records shall be submitted to the Owners Representatives and the Supervisor prior to the commencement of the Performance Tests for the Plant. The Works shall not be considered to be completed for the purposes of issuing the Final Taking-Over Certificate under Article XI until such as-built records have been submitted to Owners Representative and the Supervisor.
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Two (2) full-size original copies and six (6) printed copies of the relevant as-built drawings and digital support of such as-built drawings, all of which must be compatible with the latest version of AUTOCAD and shall be available at the Site, shall be provided to Owners Representative and the Supervisor within ninety (90) days after the Final Taking-Over Date. As-built drawing requirements are as specified in the Technical Specifications.
6.7 | Operation and Maintenance Manuals - The Contractor shall prepare operation and maintenance manuals for all equipment included in the Works and of the Plants control system and shall deliver two (2) printed and one (1) electronic copies to Owners Representative no later than thirty (30) days prior to the commencement of the Training Program. The manuals referenced herein shall be drafted in English and in Spanish pursuant to the Contract and shall contain sufficient detail to enable Owner to operate, maintain, adjust and repair the Works. The Works shall not be considered to be completed for the purposes of issuing the Final Taking-Over Certificate under Article XI until such operation and maintenance manuals have been submitted to Owners Representative and the Supervisor. Prior to the Actual Project Acceptance Date, the Contractor shall provide to Owner and the Supervisor with final versions of said operation and maintenance manuals reflecting any revisions that are required according to the conclusions of the testing, Start-Up, Precommissioning and Performance Tests processes. The Contractor shall assist Owner in preparing operating procedures for the Works. |
6.8 | Error by Contractor - If errors are found in the Construction Documents and a warranty claim made prior to the expiration of the Warranty Period, they and any resulting Defective Works shall be corrected promptly at the Contractors cost. |
6.9 | Patent Rights - The Contractor shall indemnify Owner and its Affiliates against all claims of infringement of any patent, registered design, copyright, trade mark or trade name, or other intellectual property right if the claim or proceedings arises out of the design, construction, manufacture or use of the Works. |
VII. | STAFF AND LABOR |
7.1 | Engagement of Staff and Labor - The Contractor shall make its own arrangements for the engagement of all staff and labor, local or otherwise, and for its payment, housing, feeding, security, and transport. |
The Contractor may import such staff, artisans, and laborers as are required to execute the Works. The Contractor is solely responsible for ensuring that all such staff and labor are provided with the required migratory condition and work permits, and shall be responsible for their safety and security while under its employ. The Contractor shall be responsible for the return to the place where they were recruited or to the domicile of all persons whom the Contractor recruited and employed for the purposes of or in connection with the Works and this Contract. The Contractor shall be responsible for such persons until they have left the Project Areas and shall cause any person employed by it who is not a citizen of Peru to leave the territory of Peru when required by such persons migratory condition pursuant to Applicable Law.
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The Contractor shall defend the Owner against any threatened or actual claim brought by any employee of the Contractor or its Subcontractors or any person engaged by any of the latter for the performance of the Works relating to the breach of any obligations of the Contractor or its Subcontractors under this section 7.1 and shall indemnify the Owner and hold the Owner harmless of any loss or damage suffered by the Owner of the result of any such claim.
7.2 | Rates of Wages and Conditions of Labor - For the Works being carried out in Peru, the Contractor shall pay rates of wages and observe conditions of labor not less favorable than those established for the Applicable Law. If no such established rate or conditions are applicable, the Contractor shall pay rates of wages and observe conditions not less favorable than the general level of wages and conditions observed by other countries in Latin America which have labor conditions similar to those of Peru and in any case, no less favorable than those imposed by Applicable Law. On each date on which wages are paid, the Contractor shall deliver to each employee in Peru receiving wages a copy of the payroll slip evidencing the amounts withheld by Contractor pursuant to Applicable Law and the Contractor shall require all Subcontractors to provide each of its employees in Peru with such payroll slip upon payment of wages. |
7.3 | Persons in the Service of Others - Any Party shall not recruit, or attempt to recruit, its staff and labor from amongst persons in the service of the other Party, its Representatives, Supervisor or Owners consultants. |
7.4 | Labor Laws - The Contractor shall comply, and shall cause its Subcontractors to comply, with all the relevant labor laws applying to their employees, and shall duly pay and afford to them all their legal rights under Applicable Laws and Applicable Permits. The Contractor shall require all such employees and Subcontractors to obey all Applicable Laws and regulations concerning safety and health at work. |
The Contractor shall submit detailed reports showing the supervisory staff and the numbers of the several classes of labor from time to time employed by the Contractor and Subcontractors on the Project Areas. The reports shall be submitted in such form and at such intervals as Owners Representative may prescribe.
The Contractor shall submit details in the prescribed forms to the appropriate manpower agencies having jurisdiction over the Concession Area showing supervisory staff and the numbers of the several classes of labor from time to time employed by the Contractor and the Subcontractors on the Project Areas. The forms shall be submitted in such manner and at such intervals as prescribed under the labor laws of Peru and other applicable regulations, with copies to Owners Representative and the Supervisor.
In addition, Contractor shall deliver to Owner a certificate substantially in the form of Schedule 23 (Form of Labor Obligations Certificate), enclosed to each invoice to be issued by the Owner, by which Contractor will represent and warrant to Owner that the Contractor and any Subcontractor have complied with all of their obligations pursuant to applicable labor legislation with respect to employees performing activities at the Site related to the amounts evidenced in the relevant invoice.
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Whenever threatened or actual picketing, slowdowns, work stoppages, strikes or other forms of labor dispute may threaten to or cause delay or otherwise affect the Works, the Contractor shall immediately notify Owner in writing about the existence of any such dispute. Such notice shall include all relevant information regarding the labor dispute, its background, its estimated impact and the steps the Contractor proposes to take to resolve or prevent its occurrence.
In the event of a labor dispute directed at the Contractor, the Contractor shall promptly take action, whether to initiate proceedings in such administrative, judicial, or arbitral forum having jurisdiction, or to otherwise resolve, or minimize the impact of the labor dispute. No such labor dispute directed at the Contractor shall constitute Force Majeure unless expressly within the coverage of Section 20.1 or entitle the Contractor to a Variation or any other relief.
The Contractors obligations in the event of any labor dispute shall include taking all reasonable steps necessary to have pickets or any other obstruction to the Works removed.
7.5 | Working Hours - The Contractor shall be permitted to work at the Project Areas at any time or hour, as permitted by Applicable Laws and Applicable Permits. The Contractors Representative or a qualified supervisor shall be present during all periods, including overtime and second and third shifts, when work is in progress at the Project Areas. |
The Contractor shall in dealings with its staff and labor have due regard to all recognized festivals, days of rest and religious or other customs observed by its staff and labor and in Peru all of which shall remain the exclusive responsibility of Contractor, and none of the latter shall have an impact in the Project Schedule or the Lump Sum Price.
7.6 | Facilities for Staff and Labor - The Contractor shall provide and maintain all necessary accommodation and welfare facilities for its, its Subcontractors, Owners and the Supervisors staff and labor, as may be required under Applicable Laws or hereby, as well as accommodation and welfare facilities for the Lenders Representative. The Contractor shall not permit any of its employees or any of the employees of Subcontractors to maintain any temporary or permanent living quarters within the structures forming part of the Works. |
7.7 | Health and Safety - Precautions shall be taken by the Contractor to ensure the health and safety of its staff and labor. The Contractor agrees to abide by the undertakings assumed by Owner with the competent Governmental Authority and all applicable standards issued by the World Health Organization as applicable to the practices prevailing in Peru. The Contractor shall, in collaboration with and to the requirements of the local health authorities, ensure that medical staff, first aid facilities, sick bay and ambulance service are available at the staffs accommodation and on the Project Areas during all times the Works are being executed and that suitable arrangements are made for all necessary welfare and hygiene requirements provided by Applicable Law, |
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including but not limited to material and procedures necessary for the prevention of epidemics. The Contractor shall maintain records and make reports concerning health, safety and welfare of persons, and damage to property, as Owners Representative may reasonably require. |
The Contractor shall appoint a member of its staff at the Site to be responsible for maintaining the safety, and protection against accidents, of personnel on the Project Areas. This person shall be qualified to perform such function, shall be a full time employee of the Contractor and shall have the authority to issue instructions and take protective measures to prevent accidents. The Contractor shall send to Owners Representative and the Supervisor details of any accident as soon as possible (but in any event within twenty-four (24) hours) after its occurrence.
The Contractor shall at all times take the necessary precautions to protect all staff and labor employed on the Project Areas from any health hazard that may be caused by insects, animals or any pest nuisance. The Contractor shall cause any competent third party to spray thoroughly all buildings erected on the Project Areas with an insecticide whose use is permissible under Applicable Laws of Peru, at least twice each month or as instructed by such authorities.
In the event of any outbreak of illness of an epidemic nature, the Contractor shall comply with and carry out such regulations, orders and requirements as may be made by the government of Peru, or the local medical or sanitary authorities, for the purpose of dealing with and overcoming the same.
The Contractor agrees to comply with any and all safety and health requirements established by Owner and provided in this Contract and in Applicable Law.
7.8 | Contractors Superintendence - The Contractor shall provide all necessary superintendence during the design and execution of the Works, and as long thereafter as Owners Representative may consider necessary for the proper fulfilling of the Contractors obligations under this Contract. Such superintendence shall be given by sufficient and suitably qualified persons having adequate knowledge of the operations to be carried out (including the methods and techniques required, the hazards likely to be encountered and methods of preventing accidents) for the satisfactory and safe execution of the Works. For proper superintendence, the Contractors Construction Manager shall dedicate sufficient attention to her or his responsibilities regarding the Works. |
7.9 | Contractors Personnel - The Contractor shall employ (or cause to be employed) only persons who are careful and appropriately qualified, skilled and experienced in their respective trades or occupations. Owners Representative may reasonably require the Contractor to remove (or cause to be removed) any person employed on the Project Areas or Works, including the Contractors Representative, who in the opinion of Owners Representative: |
(a) | persists in any misconduct; |
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(b) | is incompetent or negligent in the performance of her or his duties; |
(c) | fails to conform with any provisions of this Contract; or |
(d) | persists in any conduct which is prejudicial to safety, health, or the protection of the environment. |
If appropriate, the Contractor shall then appoint (or cause to be appointed), at Contractors sole cost, a suitable replacement person.
7.10 | Disorderly Conduct - The Contractor shall cause its staff and labor to comply with Owners policies and procedures and at all times take all reasonable precautions to prevent any unlawful, riotous or disorderly conduct by or amongst its staff and labor and the staff and labor of its Subcontractors, and to preserve peace and protection of persons and property in the Concession Area against such conduct, including offsite locations, and no such conduct shall be considered Force Majeure or entitle the Contractor to a Variation. The Contractor shall be responsible for observance by the Subcontractors of the foregoing. |
7.11 | Alcoholic Liquor or Drugs - The Contractor shall not, otherwise in accordance with the statutes, ordinances and government regulations or orders or under any Applicable Laws, import, sell, give, barter or otherwise dispose of any alcoholic liquor or drugs, or permit or suffer any such importation, sale, gift, barter or disposal by its Subcontractors, agents, staff and labor. The Contractor shall be responsible for observance by the Subcontractors of the foregoing. |
7.12 | Contractors Organizational Chart - None of the individuals identified in the Contractors Organizational Chart as key individuals may be withdrawn from the Plant without prior notification to Owner and all such listed individuals shall dedicate appropriate attention to their responsibilities regarding the Works. No such withdrawal shall be made if it will jeopardize successful completion of the Works within the Time for Completion. |
7.13 | Labor Actions - The Contractor shall establish and maintain for each Project Areas a primary access gate and an access policy. The Contractor shall also establish and maintain at all times for the each Project Areas a reserve gate. The Contractor shall be obligated and shall ensure that all Subcontractors continue the proper performance of the work and meet all reasonable manning requirements notwithstanding the use of pickets at the reserve gate established for use by the Contractor and any of the Subcontractors or at any other location or entrance at or near the Project Areas. The Contractor shall ensure that its Subcontractors and all persons entering the Project Areas enter and exit the gate designated for their use and will instruct all persons exiting and entering the Project Areas as to the proper gates. If for any reason the Contractor fails to perform any condition contained in this Section 7.13, and thereafter fails to remedy such condition within thirty (30) days after notice from Owner, the Contractor shall be in default of its obligations under this Contract and the Contractor shall not be entitled to an adjustment in any amounts payable under this Contract or the Time for Completion. The Contractor and all Subcontractors shall comply with and observe all terms and conditions of any collective bargaining or labor agreements to which any of them is a party. |
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VIII. | MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP |
8.1 | Manner of Execution - All Major Items of Equipment and Materials to be supplied shall be manufactured and all work to be done shall be executed in the manner set out in this Contract. The Contractor shall supply only new Materials to Owner. Owner may reject the delivery, installment or use of any previously used Materials. The Works shall be executed in a proper, workmanlike and careful manner with properly equipped facilities and non-hazardous Materials (except for those fluids, lubricants and materials routinely used by Contractor in this type of work and whose use is permissible under Applicable Laws of Peru and to Applicable Permits), in accordance with recognized good practice and Prudent Utility Practices. |
8.2 | Delivery to the Concession Area - The Contractor shall be responsible for procurement, transport, receiving, unloading and safe keeping of all Major Items of Equipment, Materials, Contractors Equipment and other things required for the completion of the Works. At least thirty (30) days prior to the first shipment of Contractors Equipment, the Contractor shall submit to Owner a shipping schedule giving the proposed month of shipment of each of the Major Items of Equipment, Materials as well as Contractors Equipment. The Contractor may from time to time revise such shipping schedule to take account of any changes and supply to Owner each such revised schedule within five (5) days of its revision. Not later than four (4) days before departure of any shipment of a Major Item of Equipment or relevant Materials which shipment is covered by an insurance policy of Owner, the Contractor shall provide Owner with a written notice (a Shipment Notice) forwarded by facsimile specifying: |
(a) | the item to be shipped; |
(b) | the date of shipment; |
(c) | the point of loading or transfer of each shipment; |
(d) | the anticipated date of arrival in Peru and at the Project Areas of each shipment; and |
(e) | the name of the carrier and the name of the ship (or other means of transport) of each shipment. |
The Contractor shall confirm to Owner the details referred to in paragraphs (a) through (e) above by facsimile immediately after departure of each shipment or in any case no later than (a) by the close of business in Peru of the fourth day after departure of each shipment or (b) on the last date by which Owner would be able to forward the information contained in the Shipment Notice to its insurer or insurers pursuant to the insurance policy or policies covering such shipment, whichever is earlier.
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8.3 | Inspection - To the extent provided herein or to the extent there exists reasonable justification therefor under the circumstances at the time, Owner, the Supervisor and the Owners Representatives shall be entitled, during manufacture, lubrication and preparation at any places where work is being carried out (but only at reasonably agreed witness or hold points in the case of Subcontractors who are not Affiliates of the Contractor), to inspect, examine and test the materials and workmanship, and to check the progress of manufacture, of all Major Items of Equipment and Materials to be supplied under this Contract. In furtherance of the foregoing, the Contractor shall within ninety (90) days of the Notice to Commence submit to Owner and the Supervisor a detailed plan of all inspections concerning any subcontracted or purchased portion of the Works which would be dictated by Prudent Utility Practices and give the foregoing parties full opportunity to inspect, examine, measure and test any work on the Project Areas or wherever carried out. All costs related to the inspections under this Section 8.3 shall be at Owners expense. |
The Contractor shall give due notice (but in any event, not more than seven (7) days prior Notice) to the Owners Representatives and the Supervisor whenever work subject to the above witness plan coverage is ready, before packaging, covering up or putting out of view such work. The Owners Representatives and the Supervisor shall then witness the inspection, examination, measurement or testing without unreasonable delay, or notify the Contractor that it is considered unnecessary. If the Contractor fails to give such notice, it shall, when required by the Representatives, uncover such work and thereafter reinstate and make good at its own cost.
8.4 | Testing - If this Contract specifies some tests, the Contractor shall provide all documents and other information necessary for testing and such assistance, labor, materials, electricity, stores, apparatus and instruments as are necessary to carry out such tests efficiently. |
The Contractor shall notify Owners Representative and the Supervisor the time and place for the testing of any equipment and other parts of the Works as specified in this Contract. Owners Representative and the Supervisor shall give the Contractor written notice of their intention to attend the tests not less than twenty-four (24) hours prior to the time in which the test is schedule to occur.
If the Owner does not attend or does not notify the Contractor as specified above, at the time and place agreed, the Contractor will proceed with the tests.
The Contractors notification pursuant to this paragraph shall be made no later than the fifteenth Business Day prior to the date in which the relevant test is scheduled. The Contractor shall provide sufficient suitably qualified and experienced staff to carry out the tests specified in this Contract.
The Contractor shall promptly make available at the place of testing to Owners Representative and the Supervisor duly certified reports of the tests and copies of the data upon which the reports are based. When the specified tests have been passed, Owners Representative shall endorse the Contractors test certificate, or issue a certificate to them, certifying that the test was passed as of the date on which the tests were passed.
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8.5 | Rejection - If, as a result of inspection, examination or testing made prior to the start of the Warranty Period, it is determined that any item or service provided has Defects or Deficiencies or otherwise is not in accordance with this Contract, Owners Representative may reject such item or service and shall notify the Contractor promptly, stating its reasons. The Contractor shall then promptly remedy the Defects or Deficiencies and ensure that the item complies with this Contract at its sole cost and risk of delay. |
If Owners Representative requires such defective item of Works or service rejected under this Section 8.5 to be retested, the tests shall be repeated under the same terms and conditions. If such correction and retesting cause Owner to incur additional costs, such costs shall be recoverable from the Contractor by Owner, and may be deducted by Owner from any monies due, or to become due, to the Contractor.
8.6 | Ownership of Major Items of Equipment, Materials or Other Works - Title to each Major Items of Equipment, Materials or Works shall pass to Owner at Final Taking Over Date. |
The Contractor warrants and guarantees that legal title to all Materials, equipment, tools and supplies furnished by the Contractor, Subcontractors or their agents which are being shipped to the Project Areas, incorporated in the Works or in storage at the Project Areas, shall pass free and clear of any and all liens, claims, security interests or other encumbrances. Without derogating from the generality of the foregoing, the Contractor hereby irrevocably waives the right to assert any contractors lien over the Works, the Plant or the Project Areas. If at any time prior to the expiry of the Warranty Period there is evidence of any lien or claim for which Owner might be or become liable and to which the Works or any part thereof, the Plant or the Project Areas might become subject and which arises from any act or omission on the part of the Contractor or any debt or liability of the Contractor, the Contractor shall indemnify Owner against all losses suffered by Owner as a result thereof. Owner may retain an amount (not to exceed the amount of the claim in respect of which the lien was placed) as security until Owner is satisfied that such lien or claim is invalid unless such lien or claim is delaying the Partial Taking-Over Date or the Final Taking-Over Date or adversely affects the Owners ability to operate the Plant, in which case, Owner may after giving Contractor seven (7) days prior written notice, pay and discharge the same and deduct the amount so paid from any amount due and payable to the Contractor under the Contract or otherwise recover the same as a debt due from the Contractor. Notwithstanding transfer of title or ownership, risk of loss or damage shall be as stated in Article XVIII.
IX. | COMMENCEMENT, DELAYS AND SUSPENSION |
Commencement of Works The Limited Notice to Commence authorizes and directs the Contractor to perform the Preliminary Works. The Limited Notice to Commence shall be issued by Owner no later than December 30,
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2011. If Owner gives the Limited Notice to Commence after December 30, 2011, the Contractor shall be entitled to a Variation of the Time for Completion and Lump Sum Price in accordance with Article XV.
The Contractor shall commence the execution of the Works immediately after the receipt of (a) the Notice to Commence issued by Owners Representative and (b) the information required under Section 2.4. The Contractor shall then proceed with the Works with due expedition and without delay until completion. Owner shall be under no obligation or liability to give the Notice to Commence.
If Owner does not give the Notice to Commence by the end of the sixth month after the Commencement Date the Parties shall negotiate for a term of thirty (30) days changes to the Time for Completion and Lump Sum Price. For such purpose the right of Owner under Section 15.2 shall not apply. If such changes are not agreed within the term above, this Contract shall be automatically terminated upon the receipt by a Party of written notice from the other Party indicating its decision to terminate. Such termination shall be without any further liability to the Parties, except for payment of the Preliminary Works Lump Sum that is due hereunder as of the date of termination and reimbursement of Costs incurred by Contractor until the date of termination of the Contract; provided, that Contractor shall reimburse Owner for the roads included in the Preliminary Works paid but not performed by such date, according to and only for their Unit Values. The remaining balance of the Preliminary Works Lump Sum after such reimbursement is made, will be retained by the Contractor. During such thirty (30) day period Contractor shall not perform any Works nor enter into any purchase or similar orders and shall limit all its actions to maintaining a stand-by status minimizing any costs associated thereto.
9.1 | Time for Completion - The Contractor guarantees that the Partial Taking-Over Date will be achieved on or before the Scheduled Partial Taking-Over Date and that the Final Taking-Over Date will be achieved on or before the Schedule Final Taking-Over Date. The Contractor further agrees that it shall use its best efforts to achieve the Actual Project Acceptance Date as expeditiously as possible, but in no event later than one hundred eighty (180) days after the Final Taking-Over Date (as such time may be extended under Section 5.1). If the Partial Taking-Over Date or the Final Taking-Over Date do not occur on or before the Scheduled Partial Taking-Over Date or the Scheduled Final Taking-Over Date, then the Contractor shall, within fifteen (15) days of Schedule Partial Taking-Over Date or the Scheduled Final Taking-Over Date, submit to Owner a detailed technical and narrative analysis of the root causes that prevented the achievement of Partial Taking-Over Date or Final Taking-Over Date and a detailed plan (the Remedial Plan) designating the new expected date for Partial Taking-Over Date or Final Taking-Over Date and setting out the technical steps necessary for such. |
9.2 | Extension of Time for Completion - |
9.2.1 | Causes for extension of Time for Completion - In addition to any extension provided under Section 5.1, the Contractor may apply for an extension of the Time for Completion if any of the following events effectively causes a delay in the Works: |
(a) | a Variation (unless an adjustment to the Time for Completion is agreed under Section 15.2); |
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(b) | a Force Majeure event (as defined in Section 20.1); |
(c) | interference by Owner with Contractors performance of Performance Tests to the extent permitted under Section 10.6; |
(d) | delays in the execution or performance of Access Contracts due to causes not attributable to the Contractor; |
(e) | failure by Owner to perform any of its obligations in accordance with Section 2.1 of this Contract; |
(f) | a Change in Law; |
(g) | if the Contractor suffers delays due to failure on Owners part to remove any Dangerous Substance or as a result of the execution of Owners Representatives instructions to remove Remains in accordance with Section 5.16 or 5.21; or |
(h) | Suspension of Works in accordance with Section 9.7; |
(i) | delay in obtaining the Owners Permits, as eventually modified or adjusted in accordance with Section 2.2; |
(j) | the presence or discovery of Remains which delay or interfere with the Works; |
(k) | non availability of the COES for connection of the Works at the time for testing or commissioning, for more than seven (7) days regarding the last Generator Set to be subject to Performance Tests; |
(l) | insufficient water flows to perform the Performance Tests during any period in which the Contractor is required to perform such tests under the Contract; |
(m) | the Owner directing tests under Section 8.4 and Section X that are additional to those specified in this Contract; and |
(n) | physical action of Governmental Authority where such physical action prevents the Contractor from carrying out any portion of the Works and which is not due to the (i) negligence or lack of due diligence or reasonable efforts of the Contractor to overcome such physical action and/or omissions on the part of Contractor with respect to the action or inaction claim or (ii) failure to wait a reasonable and customary period for such action to be resolved; and |
(o) | delay in obtaining Owners Representative approval of Construction Documents as provided by Exhibit A. |
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9.2.2 | Exclusions for Extension of Time for Completion Except where otherwise expressly specified in the Contract including Section 20.1, the Contractor is expressly precluded from any extension of the Time for Completion due to: |
(a) | actions or inactions of (i) any Governmental Authority if caused by or attributable to the Contractors failure to make due and timely application for an Applicable Permit for which it is responsible under Section 2.2 in accordance with the procedures laid down by the relevant Governmental Authority or (ii) the Contractor, including the lapse of any Applicable Permit; |
(b) | delays in obtaining labor or delivery of goods or services from any Subcontractor unless such is caused by a Force Majeure event affecting such Subcontractor; |
(c) | physical conditions at or under the Project Areas of any kind or character (except in accordance with Sections 5.10 and 5.11); or |
(d) | any other reason attributable to the Contractor that has caused a delay to the progress of the Works. |
9.3 | Extension of the Time for Completion |
The Contractor shall be entitled to an extension of the Time for Completion by the time the Contractor is delayed by any one or more of the events identified in Section 9.3.1 above, provided (i) notice is given as hereinafter provided, (ii) the delay is on the critical path as determined by the final Project Schedule submitted under Section 5.12 in the form approved by Owner (but taking into account all Variations that have been executed) and is outside the reasonable control of the Contractor or its Subcontractors; (iii) there is no concurrent delay or interruption according to 9.3.2 above; (iv) the Contractor and its Subcontractors, in view of all the circumstances, have exercised all reasonable efforts to avoid and minimize the delay; and (v) the Final Taking-Over Date is actually delayed by such events. In the event of a concurrent delay under item (iii) above, the amount of such concurrent delay shall be deducted from the aggregate of the time the Contractor would otherwise be entitled to receive as an extension under this Section 9.4.
If the Contractor intends to apply for an extension of the Time for Completion, the Contractor must give notice to Owners Representative
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and of such intention as soon as possible and in any event no later than the seventh day after the date in which it acquired or should acquire knowledge of the start of the event giving rise to the delay, together with any other notice required by this Contract and relevant to such cause. If the Contractor cannot submit all relevant details within such period because the cause of delay continued for a period exceeding twenty-eight (28) days, the Contractor shall submit interim details at intervals of not more than twenty-eight (28) days (from the first day of its knowledge of such delay) and full and final supporting details of his application within twenty-one (21) days of the last day of delay. The Contractor is further required to submit to Owner, as part of its request for an extension of the Time for Completion, an acceleration schedule on a fragnet basis to demonstrate how such delay can be overcome. The Contractor shall keep such contemporary records as may be necessary to substantiate any application, either on the Site or at another location acceptable to Owners Representative, and such other records as may reasonably be requested by Owners Representative. The Contractor shall permit Owners Representative and the Supervisor to inspect all such records and shall provide Owners Representative and the Supervisor with copies as required.
Compliance by the Contractor with the conditions of this Section 9.4 is a condition precedent to the Contractors right or entitlement to any extension of the Time for Completion.
Owners Representative shall proceed in accordance with Article XV to agree or determine either prospectively or retrospectively such extension of the Time for Completion as may be due. Owners Representative shall notify the Contractor accordingly. When determining each extension of time, Owners Representative shall review his previous determinations and may revise, but shall not decrease, the total extension of time.
Any extension of time granted (above or below) by Owners Representative to the Contractor shall, except as expressly provided elsewhere in this Contract, be deemed to be in full and final compensation and satisfaction for and in respect of any actual or probable loss or injury sustained or sustainable by the Contractor in respect of any matter or thing in connection with which such extension shall have been granted. If Contractor disagrees with the determination of Owners Representative, it shall be entitled to submit such dispute for resolution under Article XXI.
9.5 Rate of Progress - If at any time the Contractors actual progress (measured in physical executed volumes) falls behind the Project Schedule referred to in Section 5.12, or it becomes apparent that it will so fall behind schedule that it is likely to be unable to meet the Time for Completion (as applicable) within fifteen (15) days after the date shown in the Project Schedule (as adjusted under the Contract), the Contractor shall immediately submit to Owners Representative and the Supervisor a revised Project Schedule taking into account the prevailing circumstances. The Contractor
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shall, at the same time, notify Owners Representative and the Supervisor of the steps being taken to expedite progress, so as to achieve completion for the Works within the Time for Completion. The costs of implementing such steps or of revising the Project Schedule as herein noted, shall be solely for the Contractors account.
If any steps taken by the Contractor in meeting its obligations under this Section 9.5 require Owner to incur additional costs, such costs shall be recoverable from the Contractor by Owner, and may be deducted by Owner from any monies due, or to become due, to the Contractor.
If the Contractor falls behind the critical path identified in the Project Schedule so as to delay achieving the Partial Taking-Over Date or the Final Taking-Over Date by the Scheduled Partial Taking-Over Date or the Scheduled Final Taking-Over Date for the Plant, except to the extent the Contractor is entitled hereunder to an extension of the time therefor, the Contractor shall, upon written notice by Owners Representative and at no additional cost to Owner, develop and submit to Owner a detailed written recovery plan and schedule and work such hours (including night shifts, weekends and holidays) and furnish such additional labor and equipment as necessary to overcome the effects of such delay.
9.6 | Liquidated Damages for Delay and Bonuses - |
If the Partial Taking-Over Date of the first Generator Set is not achieved by the Scheduled Partial Taking-Over Date for such Generator Set, the Contractor shall pay Owner liquidated damages in the amount of US$ 130,000.00 for each day of delay until the Partial Taking-Over Date is achieved.
If the Partial Taking-Over Date of the second Generator Set is not achieved by the Scheduled Partial Taking-Over Date for such Generator Set, the Contractor shall pay Owner liquidated damages in the amount of US$ 100,000 for each day of delay until the Partial Taking-Over Date is achieved.
If the Partial Taking-Over Date of the last Generator Set is not achieved by the Scheduled Final Taking-Over Date, the Contractor shall pay Owner liquidated damages in the amount of US$ 160,000.00 for each day of delay until the Partial Taking-Over Date is achieved.
If any Generator Set stop working or reduce their output after their Partial Taking-Over Date and such outage or reduction of output is caused by a Defect or by a Contractors request, then the Contractor shall pay Owner liquidated damages in the amount of US$ 100,000.00 for each day of outage or reduction in output excluding the first day in aggregate in which an outage or reduction in output occurred.
If the Contractor achieves the Partial Taking-Over Date of the first Generator Set before the one hundredth day prior to the fourth anniversary of the Commencement Date, Contractor will be entitled to the Early Final Taking Over Bonus for such Generator Set.
If the Contractor achieves the Partial Taking-Over Date of the second Generator Set before the fiftieth day prior to the fourth anniversary of the Commencement Date, Contractor will be entitled to the Early Final Taking Over Bonus for such Generator Set.
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If Contractor achieves the Final Taking Over Date before the fourth anniversary of the Commencement Date, Contractor will be entitled to the Early Final Taking Over Bonus for the Plant.
The liquidated damages provided in this Section 9.6 shall be in lieu of all liability of Contractor to Owner for any and all extra costs, losses or expenses of whatsoever nature incurred or to be incurred by Owner as a result of any delay in achieving the Partial Taking-Over Date or the Final Taking-Over Date, and shall be the sole and exclusive remedy to the Owner in case of delay. The forgoing liquidated damages shall be paid within twenty (20) days of written demand therefor and if not so paid, may be collected by Owner from any amount then owed to the Contractor.
The above liquidated damages are a reasonable forecast of the actual costs, losses and expenses incurred by Owner as a result of delays in achieving the Partial Taking-Over Date and the Final Taking-Over Date by the Time for Completion and therefore, do not constitute a penalty. The parties, having bargained in good faith for such specific damages, are estopped from contesting the validity or enforceability of such damages.
The payment or deduction of such liquidated damages shall not relieve the Contractor from its obligation to complete the Works and achieve the Final Taking-Over Levels, remedy any Defects or Deficiencies or from any other of its outstanding duties, obligations or responsibilities under this Contract.
The Contractor shall issue an invoice evidencing the applicable bonuses within thirty (30) days after the issuance of the Final Taking-Over Certificate. Payment of such invoice shall occur in accordance with Section 14.3.
9.7 | Suspension of Works - Owner may at any time instruct the Contractor in writing to slow or suspend progress of part or all of the Works. During suspension or slowing, the Contractor shall continue to guard, protect, store and secure such part of the Works against any deterioration, loss or damage at Owners expense. |
Promptly upon providing the Contractor with written instructions regarding the slowing or suspension, Owner shall meet with the Contractor to review the progress of the completed Works and the status of Works that are in progress. In addition, Owner and the Contractor shall meet to review the advantages and disadvantages of having the Contractor complete during the suspension period certain Works that are in progress. The Contractor shall follow Owners written instructions with respect to performing Works during any slowing or suspension period and the Contractor shall be paid for such Works in accordance with the applicable Monthly Payment Certificate as reasonably adjusted to take into account such slowing or the suspension while preserving any profit the Contractor would have been expected to earn on such reductions.
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9.8 | Consequences of Suspension - If the Contractor suffers delay and/or incurs Costs in following Owners instructions under Section 9.7 or in resumption of the Works, the Contractor shall give prompt written notice thereof to the Owners Representatives and the Supervisor, with a copy to Owner. After receipt of such notice Owner shall proceed to agree or determine: |
(a) | any extension of time to which the Contractor is entitled under Section 9.4; and |
(b) | the amount of such Cost plus Profit thereon which shall be added to the Lump Sum Price and shall notify the Contractor accordingly. |
The Contractor shall not be entitled to any extension of time or payment of Cost if the suspension is due to a cause attributable to the Contractor, or required as a result of a Contractors risk under this Contract.
The Contractor shall not be entitled to extension of time for, or payment of the Costs incurred in, making good any deterioration, defect or loss caused by faulty design, workmanship or Materials, or by the Contractors failure to take the measures specified in Section 9.7.
9.9 | Prolonged Suspension - If suspension under Section 9.7 has continued for more than either (i) eighty-four (84) consecutive days, or (ii) one hundred twenty-six (126) non-consecutive days and the suspension is not due to a cause attributable to the Contractor, the Contractor may by notice to Owner require permission to proceed within fourteen (14) days. If permission is not granted within that time, the Contractor may, at its sole discretion, either (i) treat the suspension as a Variation under Article XV regarding the affected part of the Works or (ii) terminate this Contract pursuant to Section 17.2. |
9.10 | Resumption of Works - After receipt of permission or of a written instruction to proceed, the Contractor shall, after notice to Owner and the Supervisor, and together with Owner and the Supervisor, examine the Works and Materials affected by the suspension. The Contractor shall at Owners cost make good any deterioration or defect in or loss of the Works or Materials, which has occurred during the suspension. |
If Owner has taken over risk and responsibility for the suspended Works, risk and responsibility shall revert to the Contractor fourteen (14) days after receipt of the permission or instruction to resume Works.
9.11 | Burden of Proof - In case of a dispute regarding the application of the provisions of this Article IX, including any dispute as to whether the Contractor is entitled to an extension of the Time for Completion, the Contractor shall have the burden of proof as to its entitlement to relief under this Article IX. |
X. | PERFORMANCE TESTS |
10.1 | Contractors Obligations - The Contractor shall carry out the Performance Tests in accordance with Exhibits A and C, this Section 10.1, and Section 8.4, |
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after providing the documents in accordance with Sections 6.6 and 6.7. The Contractor shall propose to the Owners Representatives a date in which the Performance Tests would be carried out no later than ninety (90) days in advance of the proposed date. Such proposed date can be updated by the Contractor forty five (45) days thereafter. The Owners Representatives shall promptly after receipt of such proposal respond to the Contractor by scheduling a date for the performance of the Performance Tests which shall not be later than fourteen (14) days after the date proposed by the Contractor as provided herein. |
Specific Performance Tests are identified in the Technical Specifications (Exhibit A) and in the Performance Test Protocol (Exhibit C), and are generally categorized as: (i) Efficiency Test, (ii) Net Electric Output Test; and (iii) Functional Test.
The Raw Data that is obtained by the Contractor as a result of the Performance Tests shall be delivered to Owner promptly after the Performance Tests have been completed.
As soon as the Works have passed the Performance Tests, the Contractor shall provide the Representatives, the Supervisor and Owner with a certified report of the results of all such Tests.
If during any Performance Tests it is discovered that the Works cannot be operated in a safe manner in accordance with Prudent Utility Practices and Prudent Electrical Practice, the Performance Test shall be stopped and the Deficient system or component promptly replaced or repaired by the Contractor at its expense, whereupon the Performance Test shall start over from hour one.
10.2 | Preparation and Timing for Performance Tests - Performance Tests shall be performed by the Contractor utilizing Owners normal complement of operating personnel and the Contractors employees under the Contractors direction and supervision. |
The Performance Tests shall be carried out at the times authorized by COES. Owner shall request the authorization of COES for the performance of the Performance Tests with sufficient advance written notice to COES. Any limitations or scheduled restrictions imposed by COES shall not constitute Force Majeure or serve to postpone the Scheduled Partial Taking-Over Date or the Scheduled Final Taking-Over Date unless such delays is more than seven (7) days on the last Generator Set that is within the critical path, in the case of either the applicable Scheduled Partial Taking-Over Date or the Scheduled Final Taking-Over Date and are not as result of Contractors failure to comply with a request or rule of COES.
10.3 | Punch List - The Partial Taking-Over Certificate or the Final Taking-Over Certificate will not be issued until such time as the Punch List has been prepared and agreed upon as set out below. Contractor and Owners Representative shall jointly prepare the Punch List prior to the anticipated Partial Taking-Over Date or Final Taking-Over Date. The Contractor shall provide it to Owner and Owners Representative together with an estimate of the cost and time required |
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to complete or correct each Punch List item. Owners Representative shall notify the Contractor whether it accepts such Punch List and estimate or shall otherwise state its reasons for disagreement therewith in reasonable detail; provided, however, that acceptance or rejection thereof shall not relieve the Contractor of its liability to complete or correct the Punch List items. Owner may withhold from amounts otherwise payable hereunder an amount equal to one hundred fifty percent (150%) of the estimated value of each Punch List item until the Contractor has completed that item. Alternatively the Contractor may provide a bank guarantee in the form of Schedule 8 equal to the above referred value. If the Contractor fails to complete all Punch List items once it has been given ninety (90) days of access to the Works after the Partial Taking-Over Date or the Final Taking-Over Date, Owner may complete, or cause to be completed, any item which the Contractor has so failed to complete at the Contractors expense including third party costs and costs of Owner for such item. |
10.4 | Conduct of Performance Tests - Guidelines for the conduct of Precommissioning and Start-Up are set forth in Exhibit A. The Performance Test Protocols shall be in accordance with Exhibit C. No later than ninety (90) days prior to the commencement of the Performance Tests, the Contractor will submit to the Representatives and the Supervisor its proposed detailed testing procedures, which shall complement and be in accordance with Exhibit C (the Test Procedures) for the conduct of Performance Tests. The Owners Representatives and the Supervisor will review and respond to the Contractors proposed Test Procedures within thirty (30) days of the submission, and the Parties, and the Supervisor shall meet to finalize the Test Procedures within five (5) days of the Owners Representatives and the Supervisors response. The Contractor will submit the final version of the Test Procedures to the Representatives and the Supervisor not more than fifteen (15) days prior to the commencement of the Performance Tests. |
The Net Electric Output Test shall define the capacity in KW as a single value measured in KW and shall not allow for any tolerance. Allowances are only those set forth in the Technical Specifications.
The Contractor shall use plant instrumentation and non-plant instrumentation as specified and calibrated in accordance with the approved protocol, the Technical Specifications, and applicable codes and standards and no tolerances will be permitted. Employees of Owner will witness all Performance Tests. The Contractor shall be solely responsible for directing such employees in implementing such tests.
Upon completion of any Performance Test, regardless of the test results or when the test was performed, the Contractor shall prepare and deliver to Owners Representative and the Supervisor for information a Performance Tests report to document the results of the test. Each Party shall have the right to perform data collection for each Performance Test. The Parties shall agree on the data to be used for analysis, and the analysis will be performed by the Contractor. Owner may direct that the Performance Test be stopped and restarted after appropriate corrective action has been taken by the Contractor at the Contractors sole cost and expense, if (a) Owner observes any Defects or Deficiencies in any Plant Equipment or the Plant or their performance during any Performance Test,
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(b) Owner has notified the Contractor in writing promptly thereafter, and (c) in Owners reasonable judgment such Defect or Deficiency calls into question the validity of the Performance Test or poses any risk of damage or injury to property or persons.
Once Performance Tests are completed and Partial Taking-Over Levels or Final Taking-Over Levels have been accomplished by Contractor, a Performance Test Certificate shall be requested by Contractor to Owner and Owner shall issue the requested Performance Test Certificate substantially in the form set forth in Schedule 9.
The Performance Tests shall be deemed to be successfully completed when the Contractor has successfully completed all of the criteria specified in Exhibit C at levels meeting or exceeding the Partial Taking-Over Levels or the Final Taking-Over Levels. If the Partial Taking-Over Levels or the Final Taking-Over Levels are not met, the Contractor is obligated to conduct additional work as necessary in an attempt to meet such levels.
Once the Contractor has successfully completed the Performance Tests, the Contractor may request that Owner issue to the Contractor a Final Taking-Over Certificate, substantially in the form set forth in Schedule 10 and in Schedule 11 accordingly.
The Contractor is entitled to the issuance of the Partial Taking-Over Certificate by the Owner after both Parties verify that the relevant Generation Set has accomplished the Partial Taking-Over Levels measured by the measuring instrument of the Generator Set pursuant to Section 11.1. For this purpose, an additional Performance Test is not required. The Contractor is entitled to the issuance of the FinalTaking-Over Certificate by the Owner after both Parties verify that the Generation Sets have accomplished the FinalTaking-Over Levels measured by the measuring instruments of the Generator Sets pursuant to Section 11.1. For this purpose, an additional Performance Test is not required.
The Performance Test described in Exhibit A shall be completed by the Contractor prior to the date of issuance of the Final Taking-Over Certificate and the Performance Test described in Exhibit C shall be completed by the Contractor no later than sixty days after the date of issuance of the Final Taking-Over Certificate. The provisions contained in the three last paragraphs of this Section 10.4 prevail over any other provision of this Contract.
10.5 | Failure to Achieve Performance Guarantee Level - In the event the Contractor has failed, as of the Partial Taking-Over Date or the Final Taking-Over Date, to successfully complete Performance Tests at levels meeting or exceeding the Partial Taking-Over Levels or Performance Guarantee Level(s), respectively, the Contractor shall (unless commercially unreasonable to do so) conduct additional testing and work in an attempt to meet such Partial Taking-Over Levels or Performance Guarantee Level(s), respectively. The |
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Contractor shall have one hundred and twenty (120) days from the Partial Taking-Over Date or the Final Taking-Over Date, respectively, to achieve the Partial Taking-Over Levels or Performance Guarantee Level(s), respectively (the Cure Period). Performance Tests carried out within such period, if any, cannot be corrected by degradation curves. The Contractor and Owner shall use their best efforts to minimize the economic impact on Owner during periods of repairs or Performance Tests carried out during such period, if any. Failure of the Contractor to successfully complete Performance Tests at levels meeting or exceeding the Partial Taking-Over Levels or Performance Guarantee Level(s), respectively, within the above-referenced period (as extended by Section 5.1, if applicable) shall require the payment on demand to Owner by the Contractor of the Buy-Down Amount (but only for Guaranteed Net Elective Output in the case of the Partial Taking-Over Date). If the Buy-Down Amount is not paid on demand, Owner may withhold such sums and set off such sums against any amount then owed to the Contractor, or resort to any other remedy available to it in law or equity for the recovery of the Buy-Down Amount. |
10.6 | Interference with Performance Tests - If the Contractor is prevented from carrying out the Performance Tests by Owners failure to perform its obligations hereunder or due to Owners breach of this Contract the Contractor may request an extension of the Time for Completion, pursuant to Section 9.4. If the Contractor incurs additional Cost as a result of this delay in carrying out the Performance Tests, such Cost plus Profit thereon shall be determined mutually by Owners Representative and Contractors Representative pursuant to the provisions of Article XV and such Cost and Profit shall be added to the Lump Sum Price. |
10.7 | Issuance of Certificates - Owner agrees to promptly issue any certificate required under this Article X if the criteria for the issuance of such a certificate have been satisfied to Owners satisfaction and to certify in such certificate, the date in which the event giving rise to the certification was completed. |
10.8 | Modifications to Achieve Passage of Performance Tests - Owner and the Contractor shall confer and mutually agree upon any corrective measures or modifications to the Plant to be taken by the Contractor to achieve passage of the Performance Tests. No automatic controls or safety protections may be temporarily avoided to achieve passage of the Performance Tests. |
10.9 | Early Operation - If the Partial Taking-Over Date or the Final Taking-Over Date do not occur by the Scheduled Partial Taking-Over Date or the Scheduled Final Taking-Over Date, respectively, Owner may, at its sole option, place any Generator Set or the Plant as a whole into service at any time provided that it is completed such that it can be operated safely; and further provided, that, if requested by Contractor, Owner will provide Contractor the opportunity to perform Performance Tests and reparations of any Defects, if any, within a mutual agreed schedule. Such placement into service shall not be deemed to be the Partial Taking-Over Date nor the Final Taking-Over Date for all purposes under this Contract and the associated Monthly Payment Certificate due upon the Partial Taking-Over Date or the Final Taking-Over Date shall be paid to the Contractor, unless there are any sums due by Contractor to Owner, in which case Owner will have the right to withhold such sums from any amount then owed to the Contractor, until the Contractor complies with its obligations under this Contract. |
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The Contractor shall cooperate with Owner so that it may operate the relevant Generator Set or the Plant. The Contractor shall not be relieved from any of its obligations hereunder (including testing for achieving the Actual Project Acceptance Date) so long as Owner follows proper safety procedures and conforms to the Contractors directions in the receipt, handling, storage, protection, installation, maintenance, inspection and operation of the relevant Generator Set or the Plant. Once Owner is operating any Generator Set or the Plant, all risks, care, custody and control thereof shall pass to Owner and Owner shall thereby bear the associated risk of loss.
If, in any case above, the Contractor shall fail or refuse to give Owner operating instructions as aforesaid, Owner shall follow accepted operating practices with respect to its operation of the relevant Generator Set or the Plant.
Owner will act reasonably in allowing the Contractor continued access to the Plant to fulfill its obligations to achieve the Performance Guarantee Levels and the Actual Project Acceptance Date. If Contractor is not permitted to complete Performance Tests within six (6) months after the Partial Taking-Over Date nor the Final Taking-Over Date, then the Actual Project Acceptance Date shall be deemed to have occurred for all purposes under this Contract.
10.10 | Increased Capacity Bonuses and Spill Water Generator Bonus - If the final installed capacity of the Plant, measured on the Final Taking-Over Date or during the Cure Period at the bushings of the high voltage step-up transformer, is above 504 MW, the Contractor shall be entitled to the Increased Installed Capacity Bonus if the final installed capacity is measured using a water flow of up to 210.5 m3/sec and to the Additional Installed Capacity Bonus if the final installed capacity is measured using a water flow higher than 210.5 m3/sec. |
If the Tested Spill Water MW Capacity measured on the Final Taking-Over Date or during the Cure Period at the bushings of the high voltage step-up transformer, is above the Minimum Spill Water Demonstrated Capacity, the Contractor shall be entitled to the Spill Water Generator Bonus.
XI. | PARTIAL TAKING-OVER, FINAL TAKING-OVER AND ACTUAL PROJECT ACCEPTANCE |
11.1 | Partial Taking-Over Certificate and Final Taking-Over Certificate Each Generator Set and the Plant shall be taken over by Owner when it has been completed in accordance with this Contract and has passed the Performance Tests and Partial Taking-Over Certificate or a Final Taking-Over Certificate for the Works has been issued or deemed to have been issued in accordance herewith and pursuant to the last paragraph of Section 10.4 and it can be placed into operation for dispatch by COES. |
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The Contractor may apply by notice to Owners Representative for a Partial Taking-Over Certificate or a Final Taking-Over Certificate not earlier than fourteen (14) days before the Works will, in the Contractors opinion, be complete and ready for Partial Taking-Over or Final Taking-Over. Owner shall, within twenty-eight (28) days after the receipt of the Contractors application:
(a) | issue the Partial Taking-Over Certificate or the Final Taking-Over Certificate to the Contractor, stating the date on which the Works were completed in accordance with this Contract (except for work described in the Punch List) including passing the Performance Tests; or |
(b) | reject the application, giving its reasons and specifying the work required to be done by the Contractor to enable the Partial Taking-Over Certificate or the Final Taking-Over Certificate to be issued and the Contractor shall then complete such work before issuing a further notice under this Section 11.1. |
If Owner fails either to issue the Partial Taking-Over Certificate or the Final Taking-Over Certificate or to reject the Contractors application on or before the twenty-eighth day after the receipt of the Contractors application for the issuance of such certificate, and if the Works are complete in accordance with this Contract (except for work described in the Punch List), free of Defects or Deficiencies, the Partial Taking-Over Certificate or the Final Taking-Over Certificate shall be deemed to have been issued on the date of delivery of the Contractors application.
11.2 | Operation by Owner after Partial Taking-Over After the Partial Taking-Over of any Generator Set, Owner will be entitled to place the relevant Generator Set into service. The Contractor shall cooperate with Owner for a period not exceeding the Final Taking-Over Date so that it may operate the relevant Generator Set. |
Owner will provide Contractor the opportunity to perform any works, tests and reparations necessary to complete the Plant, within a mutual agreed schedule.
The Contractor shall not be relieved from any of its obligations hereunder so long as Owner follows proper safety procedures and conforms to the Contractors directions in the receipt, handling, storage, protection, installation, maintenance, inspection and operation of the relevant Generator Set. If, in any case above, the Contractor shall fail or refuse to give Owner operating instructions as aforesaid, Owner shall follow accepted operating practices with respect to its operation of the relevant Generator Set.
11.3 | Buy-Down Amount - The Parties agree that the following formula will be used to calculate liquidated damages due to Owner by the Contractor as a result of the Contractors failure to achieve the Performance Guarantee Levels applicable to any Generator Set, the Plant as a whole or the Minimum Spill Water Demonstrated Capacity. The sum is referred to singularly and in the aggregate as the Buy-Down Amount. The Contractor must attempt to achieve the Performance Guarantee Levels and the Minimum Spill Water Demonstrated Capacity until the end of the Cure Period after the Partial Taking-Over Date of a Generator Set and the Final Taking-Over Date. |
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In the event the Contractor has failed to demonstrate the Performance Guarantee Levels at the end of the above-referenced period and complying with all Applicable Laws and Applicable Permits, the Contractor shall pay Owner the Buy-Down Amount in accordance with Section 10.5, which amount shall be equal to the Guaranteed Net Electric Output minus the Net Electric Output of the Plant multiplied by US$ 1,800.00 per kilowatt.
In the event the Contractor has failed to demonstrate the Minimum Spill Water Demonstrated Capacity at the end of the above-referenced period, the Contractor shall pay Owner the Spill Water Generator Buy-Down Amount, which amount shall be equal to the Minimum Spill Water Demonstrated Capacity minus the Tested Spill Water MW Capacity multiplied by US$ 2,400.00 per kilowatt.
The Parties agree that the Buy-Down Amount specified in this Section 11.3 constitutes liquidated damages to compensate Owner for the losses it is likely to suffer or damages it is likely to incur as a result of the Contractors failure to achieve the Performance Guarantee Levels, and such Buy-Down Amount shall be in lieu of all liability for any and all extra costs, losses, or expenses incurred by Owner as a result of the Contractors failure to achieve the Performance Guarantee Levels once the Partial Taking-Over Date or the Final Taking-Over Date has been achieved and constitutes the sole and exclusive remedy to the Owner in case of such failure. These liquidated damages are a reasonable forecast of the actual costs, losses and expenses Owner will incur as a result of such Contractors failure and do not constitute a penalty. The Parties, having bargained in good faith for such specific damages and are therefore estopped from contesting the validity or enforceability of such damages.
The payment or deduction of such liquidated damages shall not relieve the Contractor from its obligation to complete the Works achieve the Final Taking-Over Levels, remedy any Defects or Deficiencies or from any other of its outstanding duties, obligations or responsibilities under this Contract.
11.4 | Actual Project Acceptance - Actual Project Acceptance shall be deemed to occur when the Contractor has: (a) successfully met the criteria specified in Exhibits A and B at level meeting or exceeding the Performance Guarantee Levels or, if the Contractor has been unable to meet or exceed the Performance Guarantee Levels, paid the Buy-Down Amount; (b) fully completed all the Works, including the Punch List, free of Defects or Deficiencies and no Variations concerning the Works remain unsettled; (c) paid any liquidated damages for delay, as well as any other obligations then owed by the Contractor to Owner, which date shall be the date acknowledged and stated by Owners Representative in the Actual Project Acceptance Certificate; (d) delivered to Owner all final drawings, as-built drawings and manuals required under this Contract; and (e) the Warranty Letter of Credit is in full force and effect. |
Upon the Contractor achieving Actual Project Acceptance, Owner shall issue a Actual Project Acceptance Certificate in the form set forth in Schedule 12.
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certificate indicating the date in which the event giving rise to the certification was completed, if the criteria for the issuance of such a certificate have been satisfied. |
XII. | CONTRACTORS REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES |
12.1 | Representations and Warranties |
Each of Astaldi and GyM represents and warrants to Owner that, as of the date of this Contract and the Notice to Commence date:
(a) | the Consortium Agreement is valid, binding and has been legally executed in accordance with the Applicable Laws; |
(b) | is a duly organized and legally existing corporation under the laws of the jurisdiction of incorporation; |
(c) | has authority to and has obtained all corporate approvals necessary for the execution of this Contract; |
(d) | this Contract constitutes a binding obligation of the Contractor, and both Astaldi and GyM are jointly and severally responsible before the Owner for all obligations assumed by the Contractor under this Contract; |
(e) | the execution of this Contract by the Contractor will not cause the Contractor to breach any legal or contractual obligation assumed by the Contractor: |
(f) | has thoroughly examined this Contract and have become familiar with its terms; |
(g) | has full experience and proper qualifications to perform the Works and to construct the Plant; |
(h) | other than with respect to subsurface conditions and antiquities, they have ascertained the nature and location of the Works, the character and accessibility of the Project Areas and its surrounding areas, the quality and quantity of water to execute the Works and the on-Site access thereto without prejudice to Section 5.9, the availability of lay-down areas for Contractors Equipment and tools, the existence of visually apparent obstacles to construction (other than underground obstacles, if any, or other conditions referred to in this Contract), the availability of facilities and utilities, the location and character of existing or adjacent work or structures, the conditions as of the Base Date of roads and waterways in the vicinity of the Project Areas, including the conditions affecting shipping and transportation (such as the limitations of bridges and tunnels), access, disposal, handling and storage of Materials, the surface conditions and other general and local conditions, including labor, safety, weather, environmental conditions (other than |
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Dangerous Substances which are not known to the Contractor), geological conditions, if any, noted in and attached to this Contract; |
(i) | each company, and its Subcontractors are, fully qualified and capable of performing the Works to complete the Plant in accordance with the terms of this Contract and no proceeding has been commenced or has been threatened to be commenced against or by the Contractor that could materially impair the Contractors ability to perform the Works to complete the Plant; |
(j) | all services provided and procedures followed by the Contractor hereunder to engineer, design, procure, construct, commission, start-up and test the Works shall be done in a workmanlike manner and in accordance with the requirements of this Contract; |
(k) | it is familiar with all necessary facilities for delivering, handling and storing all Contractors Equipment and other parts of the Works; |
(l) | the Contractor will design the Plant based on a useful life objective of at least fifty (50) years; |
(m) | has satisfied as to the means of communication with and access to and through the Concession Area and accommodations it may require to use in the Project Areas after the Contractor shall have been given unrestricted access thereto and the precautions and times and methods of working necessary to prevent any Person under the direction of the Contractor from creating any nuisance or interference, whether public or private, which might give rise to any legal action; |
(n) | the Applicable Laws of Peru in effect on the Base Date and all Applicable Laws in existence on the Effective Date that, by their terms, are effective and applicable to the Contractor or the Works to be performed by Contractor as of the Base Date, have been taken into account in its calculation of the Lump Sum Price and shall be reflected in the design of the Plant and the Works. |
(o) | has received from Owner and has thoroughly examined the data available provided to Contractor by the Owner on topographical, geological, hydrological and sub-surface conditions at, under and around the Project Areas, and studies on environmental impact which have been obtained by or on behalf of Owner from investigations for the Works, which information is described in Exhibits A and D; and |
(p) | is financially capable of performing its obligations contained in this Contract; |
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XIII. | DEFECTS LIABILITY |
13.1 | Completion of Outstanding Works and Remedying Defects - The Contractor warrants: |
(a) | the Works shall be free from Defects and Deficiencies in accordance with the Contract; and |
(b) | that the Works shall be new and unused when installed; the services provided will be performed in accordance with the standards and requirements specified in this Contract; the Works shall be designed, engineered and constructed to meet the requirements of this Contract and to produce a fully functional facility that is capable of demonstrating the Performance Guarantee Levels (taking into account the Buy Down Amounts paid), and the Plant (including design and engineering) will conform to the Technical Specifications. |
In order that the Construction Documents and the Works comply with the warranties and conditions required by this Contract, (fair wear and tear excepted) by the expiry date of the Warranty Period, the Contractor shall:
(i) complete any Works which is outstanding on the date stated in a Partial Taking-Over Certificate or a Final Taking-Over Certificate, as applicable, as soon as practicable after such date; and
(ii) execute all Works of amendment, reconstruction, and remedying Defects or Deficiencies, promptly or as may otherwise be instructed by Owner or Owners Representative.
If any Defect or Deficiency appears, Owner or Owners Representative shall promptly notify the Contractor in writing within the applicable Warranty Period.
13.2 | Cost of Remedying Defects - All work referred to in Section 13.1 shall be executed by the Contractor at its own cost. All costs incidental to the Contractors performance of its obligations, including the removal, replacement and reinstallation of Materials which Materials were part of the Works necessary to gain access to Defects or Deficiencies and retesting of repaired or replaced portions of the Works (if appropriate in accordance with industry standards) shall be borne by the Contractor. Any duties or taxes assessable for the importation of items required to meet the Contractors obligations herein shall also be borne by the Contractor. |
13.3 | Notice to Correct - If the Contractor fails to carry out any of its obligations, including to remedy any Defect or Deficiency within the times permitted under this Contract, or if no specific time is provided, a reasonable time, or if the Contractor is not executing the Works in accordance with this Contract, Owner |
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may give notice to the Contractor requiring it to make good such failure and remedy the same provided that no individual claim may be inferior to US$ 50,000 and provided further that after the second anniversary of the Final Taking-Over Date the Owner may only require the repair of Defects or Deficiencies of civil Works that in the aggregate cost more than US$ 2,000,000 if such Defects or Deficiencies can be attributed to the same cause or more than US$ 4,000,000 if such Defects or Deficiencies can not be attributed to the same cause. The construction of Access Roads and Accessways are not subject to the provisions of this Section 13.3. |
In the event the Contractor neglects to make good such failure and remedy the same within the time agreed upon by Owner and the Contractor or, if no such time is agreed upon, within thirty (30) days from the Contractors receipt of notice, Owner may, without prejudice to other remedies Owner may have, undertake such work at the Contractors cost but the Contractor shall not have responsibility for this work and deduct the cost thereof, from any payments then or thereafter due to the Contractor. If payments then or thereafter due to the Contractor are not sufficient to cover such amounts, the Contractor shall pay the difference to Owner on demand.
13.4 | Extension of Warranty Period - The applicable Warranty Period for the Works or any portion of them repaired or replaced by the Contractor shall be extended for a term of one (1) year from the date any such repair or replacement is completed. Without derogating from the foregoing, the Warranty Period shall be extended during any period in which the Plant is unavailable for service or de-rated by reason of any Defect or Deficiency. In case of unavailability of the Plant, the extension shall be on a day-by-day basis. In the case of de-rated, the extension shall be equal to the number of de-rated days multiplied by the de-rated factor. |
However, the total Warranty Period shall not be extended for more than one (1) year from the date of expiry of the original applicable Warranty Period.
13.5 | Removal of Defective Works - If the Defect or Deficiency is such that it cannot be remedied expeditiously on the Concession Area, the Contractor may, with the consent of Owners Representative or Owner, remove from the Project Areas for the purposes of repair any part of the Works which is defective or damaged at the risk of loss and expense of the Contractor. |
13.6 | Further Tests - If the remedying of any Defect or Deficiency or damage is such that it may affect the performance of the Works, Owner may require that the related portion of Performance Tests be repeated to the extent necessary to demonstrate that the Defect or Deficiency has been remediated. The requirement shall be made by written notice within twenty-eight (28) days after the Defect or Deficiency or damage is remedied. Such Performance Tests shall be carried out pursuant to Article X utilizing plant instrumentation and at the cost of the Contractor. |
13.7 | Contractor to Search - The Contractor shall, if directed by Owners Representative, search for the root cause of any Defect or Deficiency. If a Defect or Deficiency is present, the Contractor shall be liable for all such Costs. |
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Within twenty four (24) hours from receipt of Owners request or as soon as reasonably practicable, the Contractor shall deliver to the Project Areas qualified personnel and shall immediately proceed to identify and analyze the root cause of the Defect or Deficiency found. The Defect or Deficiency will not be considered remedied and the Contractor will not be released from its obligations and responsibilities under this Contract until a detailed root cause analysis is submitted to Owner providing that the Defect or Deficiency found has been or will be adequately addressed and corrected. |
13.8 | Final Acceptance Certificate - The obligations of Contractor for the Works shall not be considered to be completed until the Final Acceptance Certificate has been signed by Owners Representative and delivered to the Contractor, stating the date on which the Contractor completed its obligations under this Contract. |
The Final Acceptance Certificate shall be issued and delivered by Owners Representative substantially in the form set forth in Schedule 13 no later than the twenty-eighth day after the expiry of the Warranty Period, or as soon after such date as the Contractor has provided all the Construction Documents and completed and tested all the Works, including remedying any Defects or Deficiencies, whichever is earlier.
If the Owner fails to issue the Final Acceptance Certificate accordingly, the Final Acceptance Certificate shall be deemed to have been issued on the date 28 days after the date on which it should have been issued, as required by this Section, unless a Dispute regarding a Defect or Deficiency remains outstanding by such date.
13.9 | Unfulfilled Obligations - The Final Acceptance Certificate issuance shall not release the Contractor or Owner from any unfulfilled obligation under this Contract. |
XIV. | CONTRACT PRICE AND PAYMENT |
14.1 | The Lump Sum Price |
14.1.1 | The Lump Sum Price - The Lump Sum Price shall be the full and sole compensation of the Contractor for all the engineering and design services, procurement and transportation services, civil works, construction, erection and installation services and obligations hereunder, but may be adjusted by additions or deletions expressly provided under this Contract. Except otherwise stated herein: |
(a) | the Lump Sum Price shall not be adjusted for changes in costs or any other matters; and |
(b) | any quantities which may be set out in any Schedule of this Contract are only estimated quantities and are not to be taken as the actual and correct quantities of the Works to be executed by the Contractor in fulfillment of his obligations under this Contract. |
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If any part of the Works performed pursuant to a Variation under Article XV hereof is to be paid according to quantity supplied or Works done, the provisions for measurement and valuation shall be as stated herein.
14.1.2 | Monthly Payment Certificate Together with the monthly Progress Report Contractor shall prepare and submit a Monthly Payment Certificate, specifying the progress of the Works achieved in the previous calendar month and identifying the applicable amount of the Lump Sum Price to be paid by Owner for such progress. The applicable progress of the Works shall be demonstrated with the corresponding monthly Progress Report. |
The Contractor may submit a Monthly Payment Certificate in four (4) copies to the Owner Representative in the form set forth in Schedule 7.
The Monthly Payment Certificate shall also include any other sums, including those arising out of Variations, that the Contractor certifies are due and owing since the last Monthly Payment Certificate and a certification that all insurance required to be maintained by the Contractor under this Contract is in full force and effect.
14.1.3 | Payment - Upon receipt of a Monthly Payment Certificate, the Owners Representative will, within ten (10) days, determine whether the applicable Monthly Payment Certificate is in accordance with the payment required by the Contractor and the Progress Report submitted. Once approved, if such is the case, the Owners Representative will countersign the Monthly Payment Certificate and upon receipt thereof by the Contractor, the Contractor may submit such countersigned Monthly Payment Certificate together with invoices (for the portion of the Lump Sum Price) requesting payment for such Monthly Payment Certificate in the corresponding amount set forth therein, and Owner will pay the Contractor the entire amount due in respect of such Monthly Payment Certificate within thirty (30) days subject to the next subparagraph below, minus any amounts owed by the Contractor to Owner and minus any amounts that Owner shall withhold pursuant to the Applicable Law. Owners determination of the Monthly Payment Certificate shall be final and conclusive absent manifest error. |
As a condition precedent to payment of such amounts, the Contractor shall deliver to Owner: (a) the certificate mentioned in Section 5.4 of the Contract in the form of Schedule 22 (Form of Proof of Subcontractor Payment), (b) the certificate mentioned in Section 7.4 of the Contract in the form of Schedule 23 (Form of Labor Obligations Certificate), (c) a copy of any tax return filed by the Contractor related to any taxes assessed or levied in connection to the execution of the Works that are the subject matter of such invoice, and (D) a written release of liens of the contractor against owner and their property, agents and employees for demands for payment or compensation for equipment, materials or services in connection with the monthly
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payment certificate. In addition, the Contractor shall execute and furnish to Owner supporting documents as will establish title in and to the Works. No payment made hereunder shall be considered an approval or acceptance of any Works or constitute a waiver of any claim or right that Owner may have at that time or thereafter, including claims and rights relating to warranty and indemnification obligations of the Contractor.
14.1.4 | Form and Manner of Payments - All payments owed by Owner to the Contractor hereunder shall be made in Dollars and Peruvian Soles, as applicable, by wire transfer of immediately available funds to the bank account the Contractor may designate from time to time in writing by notice to Owner given not less than five (5) Business Days prior to the next payment date to which such payment instructions are to apply. |
If the date for any payment called for under this Contract should fall on a day that is not a Business Day at the location designated for receipt of such payment, then such payment may be made on the next succeeding Business Day in such location with the same effect as if made on the date due.
14.1.5 | Delayed Payment - Any sum owed by Owner under Section 14.1.6 that is not paid when due will accrue interest at a rate per annum equal to LIBOR + 2% from the date in which the payment came due to the date in which the amount is paid in full. |
14.1.6 | Application for Final Payment Certificate - The Contractor shall be entitled to request payment of its final Monthly Payment Certificate, which shall include all sums due and outstanding to the Contractor for Works executed in accordance with the Contract, upon having successfully completed the criteria specified in Article XI herein (or whenever such criteria is deemed completed under Section 11.1) at levels meeting or exceeding the Performance Guarantee Levels or having paid the Buy-Down Amount in accordance with Section 11.3 hereof and so long as no Variation claims remain outstanding. |
The Contractor shall submit to the Owners Representative the final Monthly Payment Certificate with supporting documents, showing the value of all work done in accordance with the Contract and all other sums due and outstanding to the Contractor under the Contract, and Owner shall then make payment in accordance with Section 14.1.3.
14.1.7 | Discharge - When submitting its request for Final Payment in accordance with Section 14.1.6, the Contractor shall submit a Final Payment Certificate in the form set forth in Schedule 14 which confirms that Owners Final Payment shall represent a full and final settlement of all monies due to the Contractor for Works done under this Contract and shall release all claims of the Contractor and |
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Subcontractors against Owner and its property, agents, and employees for demands for payment or compensation for equipment, materials or services. This certificate shall state that it becomes effective when the Contractor has received the securities provided under Sections 14.6.1 and 14.6.2 and the outstanding balance and the Final Payment Certificate in which event the discharge shall be effective on such date. |
14.1.8 | Cessation of Owners Liability - Owner shall not be liable to the Contractor for any matter concerning the cost of the Works after Final Payment has been made. |
14.2 | Taxes and Duties |
14.2.1 | Taxes - The Lump Sum Price includes all taxes, duties and other charges imposed by any country or any political subdivision thereof other than Peruvian value-added tax and custom and import duties. Owner shall not be responsible for any income taxes of any kind which may now or hereafter be applicable to, measured by, or imposed upon the Contractor as a result of the transactions hereunder. Also, the Parties recognize that all monetary amounts referred to in this Contract do not include Peruvian value-added tax. |
14.2.2 | Owners Right to Withhold: Tax Certificates - With respect to payment for any services provided hereunder by the Contractor, Owner may withhold or deduct from the payment of any amount otherwise payable to the Contractor under this Contract as Owner may be required to withhold or deduct under the laws of Peru or any other country or political subdivision or taxing authority or agency thereof, and Owner shall promptly furnish the Contractor with appropriate tax certificates/receipts of all sums so withheld or deducted. |
14.2.3 | Other Taxes Owner shall be responsible for the administration and payment of any property taxes in connection with the Project Areas, all corporate income taxes with respect to Owners profits and all taxes related to the employment of Owners personnel. |
14.2.4 | Adjustment of Lump Sum Price - The Lump Sum Price cannot be changed or adjusted except pursuant to a Variation. Contractor shall complete the Works and achieve the Actual Project Acceptance Date irrespective of the cost of achieving such. |
14.3 | Customs and Import Duty - |
Owner is responsible for the payment of any import duties imposed on or as consequence of the importation of Major Items of Equipment and Materials into Peru and Owner shall reimburse Contractor such concept without affecting the Lump Sum Price and through the invoices issued by Contractor provided that the imposition of any such import duties, import surcharges do not result from an error attributable to the Contractor in such importation or in the filing of any
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return or in performing any formality in connection to such importation. Owner shall pay such invoices within five (5) Business Day after receiving them. The Contractor shall be responsible for handling the clearance customs procedures of all Major Items of Equipment and Materials entering Peru.
14.4 | Owners Right to Withhold or Set Off Payment - Contractor and Owner shall have the right to set-off from monies and securities otherwise due to the Contractor or Owner any claims or charges that Owner or the Contractor have against the other Party under this Contract. |
The obligation of Owner to make any payment to the Contractor for Works performed shall be subject to the right of Owner to withhold an amount equal to the amount of any outstanding claims or charges as stated above against the Contractor.
14.5 | Invoicing Documentation. |
The Contractor shall address to Owner each notice, request, invoice, statement or other such document issued by it for the payment of an amount due to it from Owner or both in accordance with this Article XIV and shall at the time of such issuance provide copies thereof to each of Owner, and Owners Representative.
14.6 | Security. |
As security for the Contractors obligations under this Contract, the Contractor shall provide Owner with the Advance Payment Bond, the Performance Bond, the Warranty Letter of Credit and a Parent Guaranty in the form attached as Schedule 15.
Should any security, collateral or guarantee delivered hereunder have a stated maturity date that falls prior to the expiry of the obligations covered thereby, respectively, Owner may foreclose on any such security, collateral or guarantee and maintain the amounts received therefrom as for security of the obligations caused by such securities, collateral or guarantees and may apply such funds to cover any obligation covered thereby as if no such foreclosure had occurred. If any security, collateral or guarantee is foreclosed hereunder, the Contractor shall replace it with a new one executed in the same terms and conditions. Upon delivery to Owner of the new security, collateral or guarantee, Owner shall promptly return such amounts. Owner shall not pay interest.
14.6.1 | Advance Payment Bond - Contractor shall deliver to Owner four (4) standby letter of credits in substantially the form of Schedule 3 issued by an Eligible Bank in a stated amount equal to US$ 20,000,000 each, in accordance with the Preliminary Schedule of Payments, and the Contractor shall deliver the first standby letter of credit no later than five (5) Business Day after the date on which Owner issues the Notice |
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to Commence. The amount of this Advance Payment Bond shall be reduced every three (3) months after its issuance in proportion to the percentage of the payments of the Lump Sum Price made by Owner in accordance with Section 14.1.4, which is to be ultimately certified by Owner. |
The cost of obtaining and maintaining the Advance Payment Bond shall be borne by the Contractor. If any bank that has issued an Advance Payment Bond fails to be an Eligible Bank, within ten (10) Business Days of such failure, the Contractor shall cause another Advance Payment Bond to be posted by an Eligible Bank or Owner may demand payment under such Advance Payment Bond and the Contractor will be deemed to be in default hereunder.
14.6.2 | Performance Bond - No later than one (1) Business Day after the delivery of the Notice to Commence, the Contractor shall deliver to Owner an irrevocable standby letter of credit in substantially the form of Schedule 4 (the Performance Bond) issued by an Eligible Bank, in a stated amount equal to fifteen per cent (15%) of the Lump Sum Price, which shall expire no earlier than the fifteenth day after the Final Taking-Over Date. The cost of obtaining and maintaining the Performance Bond, if any, shall be borne by the Contractor. Owner shall return the Performance Bond to the Contractor within ten (10) Business Days from the Final Taking-Over Date, provided that Owner has received the Warranty Letter of Credit on or before such date. The Performance Bond may be partially or totally drawn upon by Owner to satisfy any unsatisfied obligation of Contractor which has matured hereunder. |
In the case where Owner draws on the Performance Bond, the Contractor shall, within ten (10) Business Days after Owners drawing, ensure that the Performance Bond is restored to the full value which it had immediately prior to Owners drawing.
The Contractors failure to restore the Performance Bond to its full value as aforesaid within the aforesaid ten (10) Business Days shall constitute an event of default and a fundamental breach of this Contract which shall entitle Owner to terminate this Contract.
14.6.3 | Warranty Guarantee No later than the Final Taking-Over Date, the Contractor shall deliver to Owner an irrevocable standby letter of credit in substantially the form of Schedule 5, issued by an Eligible Bank, in a stated amount equal to five per cent (5%) of the Lump Sum Price plus any unpaid liquidated damages for delay (determined pursuant to Section 9.6) and any unpaid Buy-Down Amount, which expires no earlier than the thirtieth day after the end of the Warranty Period applicable to all Works which are not civil works. Owner shall return the Warranty Letter of Credit to the Contractor within ten (10) Business Days from the issuance of the Final Acceptance Certificate. The cost of obtaining and maintaining the Warranty Letter of Credit, if any, shall be borne by the Contractor. |
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14.6.4 | Parent Guaranty - No later than the Commencement Date, the Owner shall deliver to Contractor a Parent Guaranty in substantially the form of Schedule 16, which expires on the Final Taking-Over Date. |
14.6.5 | Right to Draw - Owner may draw upon either the Performance Bond or the Warranty Letter of Credit or the Advance Payment Bond or the Parent Guaranty should Contractor, after ten (10) days written notice, fail to comply with any obligation hereunder. |
XV. | VARIATIONS |
15.1 | Right to Vary - Variations may be initiated by (a) Owner at any time prior to its taking over the portion of the Works in question, by a request for the Contractor to submit a proposal or (b) by the Contractor at any time prior to the Partial Taking-Over Date or the Final Taking-Over Date in connection with the operation of the provisions of this Contract expressly permitting a Variation. Such a Variation may provide for a change in, addition to, or deletion from the Works, an adjustment in the pricing, Project Schedule or other terms of this Contract, including but not limited to changes: |
(a) | in the Technical Specifications; |
(b) | in the method or manner of performance of the Works; |
(c) | in the Owner-furnished services; |
(d) | directing acceleration or deceleration in the performance of the Works; |
(e) | adjusting the Partial Taking-Over Date or the Final Taking-Over Date; |
(f) | adjusting the Lump Sum Price; or |
(g) Change in Law that causes a material increase in the costs of performance of any obligation hereunder.
The Contractor shall not be required to make any alteration or modification of the Works unless and until Owner approves a Variation, unless the Construction Documents or Works do not conform with the provisions of this Contract, in which case the Contractor shall rectify the Construction Documents or Works and any such rectification shall not constitute a Variation.
The Contractor shall provide to Owner such information as Owner may reasonably request in connection to any Variation request or proposal made by Owner or by the Contractor, including but not limited to, identifications of the country of origin of equipment to be incorporated into the Works. Detailing of or refinements to the Construction Documents shall not constitute a Variation.
Except as otherwise provided in a Variation, no order, instruction, proposal, suggestion, consent, approval, statement, or conduct of Owner, Owners Representative or the Supervisor shall constitute a change to this Contract or entitle the Contractor to an adjustment to the Lump Sum Price.
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15.2 | Variation Procedure - If Owner requests a proposal for a Variation or the Contractor requests a Variation to which it is entitled under Section 15.1, the Contractor shall prepare at its expense and submit as soon as practicable: |
(a) | a written description of the proposed design or work to be performed and a program for its execution in the form of Schedule 17; |
(b) | the Contractors proposal for any necessary modifications when such proposal impacts the critical path schedule to the Project Schedule according to Section 5.12; |
(c) | the Contractors proposal for adjustment of the Lump Sum Price, Time for Completion or modifications to this Contract, accompanied by detailed pricing and a proposed payment schedule therefor; and |
(d) | a statement whether and the extent to which, in its opinion, the proposed Variation would, notwithstanding the exercise of all due skill and care, result in defective design or construction or prevent the Contractor from performing its obligations under this Contract, including Defects liability and the Performance Guarantee Levels. |
As soon as practicable after receipt of such proposals, Owner shall review this estimate with the Contractor for the purpose of determining whether to proceed with the Variation and, if so, for the purpose of agreeing on the matters set forth therein, including a mutually acceptable adjustment to the Lump Sum Price or the Project Schedule, if any, if the proposed change requires a modification of the Technical Specifications.
Compliance by the Contractor with the provisions of this Section 15.2 is a condition precedent to the Contractors entitlement to an extension of time or adjustment to the Lump Sum Price.
Variations whether initiated by Owner or by Contractor, must be mutually and expressly agreed upon. No order, instruction, proposal, suggestion, consent, approval, statement, or conduct of Owner, Owners Representative or the Supervisor shall be construed as an implied Variation.
In the event the Owner or the Contractor requests a Variation over a task that is on the critical path of the Works, Owner shall determine whether to proceed with the Variation within forty five (45) days after the receipt of such request. If no answer is given by Owner within such forty five (45) days period, the relevant Variation shall be deemed approved.
Once a Variation is agreed, then both Owner and the Contractor shall proceed to agree or determine adjustments to the Lump Sum Price, the amount of the guarantees provided in Section 14.6, Time for Completion and schedule of payment for such adjustment, if applicable.
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On receipt of an order for a Variation, the Contractor shall forthwith proceed to carry out the Variation and be bound by this Contract in so doing as if such Variation was stated in this Contract. In case of disagreement between the Parties regarding the adjustment of the Lump Sum Price or an extension of the Time for Completion resulting from such order, the Contractor shall continue to carry out the works comprised by the order for a Variation. In this case Contractor shall keep records of such Variation and of time expended thereon. Such records shall be open to inspection by Owners Representative and the Supervisor at all reasonable times.
Once Owner and the Contractor execute a Variation with respect to any matter, the Contractor shall not be entitled to make any claim or any claim for a price adjustment, schedule extension or variation or modification of any other item that was included in such Variation, nor will any subsequent Variation be construed to alter a prior Variation except to the extent expressly set forth in such subsequent Variation.
In no event shall the Contractor be entitled to:
(a) | recover any damages or additional compensation from Owner or Owners contractors; or |
(b) | any extension of time, or relief for, its performance hereunder; |
on account of any delay, obstruction or interference attributable to any Person or cause, unless such delay, obstruction or interference is grounds for and results in a Variation, in which case the Contractor shall only be entitled to such relief as is specified in such Variation and the Contractor hereby expressly waives any and all rights, on its own behalf as well as on behalf of all the Contractors agents, servants, Subcontractors and employees, to any claim against Owner for damages or additional compensation or extension of time or excuse for performance as a result thereof under any legal or equitable theory including common law principles of, mistake, frustration, or impossibility of performance.
Any disputes or disagreements between the Contractor and Owner regarding the approval and execution of a Variation shall be resolved according to the provisions of Article XXI.
XVI. | SUSPENSION OF WORKS |
16.1 | Contractors Entitlement to Suspend Works - The Contractor may suspend the performance of its duties under the Contract in whole or in part, or reduce the rate of such performance, if Owner fails to (i) pay any amount owed to the Contractor when due after the fifth Business Day after the date in which Owner received a written demand of payment from the Contractor or (ii) provide to the Contractor reasonable evidence that financial arrangements have been made in accordance with Section 2.4. The remedy provided in this Section 16.1 is |
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without prejudice to other remedies available to the Contractor under this Contract and by operation of law. Notwithstanding, this Section 16.1 may not be construed as to limit or restrict Owners right to set off under Section 14.4 nor entitle the Contractor to suspend the performance of its obligations under this Contract if Owner refuses to make a payment of any amount due on the basis that such amount has been set off pursuant to Section 14.4 with an amount owed by the Contractor to Owner. |
If the Contractor suspends work or reduce the rate of work, and Owner subsequently pays the amount due plus interest accrued over such amount then the Contractor shall promptly resume normal working progress.
If the Contractor suffers delay or incur Cost as a result of suspending the performance of its duties under the Contract or reducing the rate of work in accordance with this Section 16.1, the Contractor shall give written notice to Owner of any such delay or Cost. After receipt of such notice, Owner shall proceed to agree or determine:
(a) | any extension of time to which the Contractor is entitled under Section 9.4; and |
(b) | the amount of such Cost plus Profit thereon shall be added to the Lump Sum Price, and shall notify the Contractor accordingly. |
XVII. | TERMINATION |
17.1 | Termination by Owner - |
17.1.1 | Events of Termination by Default - If the Contractor: |
(a) | fails to comply any obligation under this Contract within a reasonable time, but in no case more than thirty (30) days after notice under Section 13.3 is given by the Owner provided that such thirty (30) day period shall be extended for an additional period of not more than thirty (30) days so long as according to Owners sole discretion, the Contractor is diligently pursuing remediation of any such failure and provided further that the foregoing sixty (60) day period shall be extended by the time reasonably required to procure and deliver to the Project Areas any defective part or component on commercially reasonable terms taking into account the financial harm that Owner will suffer; |
(b) | abandons or repudiates Works or fails to replace a Performance Bond whose issuer is no longer an Eligible Bank within twenty eight (28) days of such occurrence; |
(c) | continues to fail to employ sufficiently diligent measures in its performance of the Works such that completion could reasonably be expected to be achieved within the Time for Completion after the forty fifth day following the date on |
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which Owner delivered to the Contractor written notice demanding the employment of diligent measures to ensure the completion of the Works by the Time of Completion; |
(d) | becomes bankrupt or insolvent, goes into liquidation, has a receiving or administration order made against it, compounds with his creditors, or carries on business under a receiver, trustee or manager for the benefit of its creditors, or if any act is done or event occurs which (under any Applicable Laws) has a similar effect to any of these acts or events; |
(e) | fails to comply with a notice issued under Section 8.5 within twenty-eight (28) days after having received it; |
(f) | assigns this Contract or subcontracts the Works without Owners prior written consent; |
(g) | fails to achieve the Final Taking-Over Date within one hundred and eighty (180) days after the Scheduled Final Taking-Over Date as such date may be extended from time to time under Section 9.4; |
(h) | continues to fail to comply with the requirements of any Applicable Laws and Applicable Permits after the thirtieth day following the date on which Owner delivered to the Contractor the written notice demanding that the Contractor comply with the requirements of any Applicable Laws or Applicable Permits, provided that the Contractor shall have an additional thirty (30) day period thereafter so long as they are diligently pursuing the cure of such failure; |
(i) | fails to maintain in full effect the Parent Guaranty required of the Contractor pursuant to Section 14.6 hereof; |
(j) | any of its Subcontractors at any tier, agents or servants pays or gives or offers to pay or give any inappropriate or illegal consideration or incentive to any officer, agent, employee or consultant of any Government Authority with the purpose of influencing the decision of any Government Authority in connection with the performance of the Works or this Contract; or |
(k) | fails to maintain and keep in effect the insurance as is required hereunder. |
then Owner may terminate this Contract by advising the Contractor in writing of its decision fourteen (14) days in advance of the date of termination and the Contractor shall no later than on such date (i) turn over to Owners Representative all Works in process; (ii) transfer title to Owner over any pieces of land acquired by the Contractor for the purposes of the Works for one (1)
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dollar; (iii) remove all Contractors Equipment from the Project Areas (unless Owner requires that the Contractor refrain from such removal); (iv) assign to Owner, in the manner, at the times, and to the extent directed in writing by Owners Representative, all of the rights and duties, title and interest of the Contractor under any Subcontract or purchase order relating to the Works that are specifically identified in such directive for one (1) dollar (v) indemnify Owner for any direct damages suffered by Owner as a result of the termination of this Contract; and (vi) deliver all Construction Documents, and other design documents made by or for him, to Owners Representative.
Upon completion of all of the foregoing obligations, the Contractor shall be released from any of its obligations or liabilities under this Contract, except for material failure of the Works performed by the Contractor until the termination of this Contract becomes effective, discovered within two (2) years thereafter. Owner may upon such termination complete the Works itself or by any other contractor. Owner or such other contractor may use for such completion so much of the Construction Documents, other design documents made by or on behalf of the Contractor, Contractors Equipment, Temporary Works and Materials as it or they may think proper. Upon completion of the Works, or at such earlier date as Owners Representative thinks appropriate, Owners Representative shall give notice that the Contractors Equipment and Temporary Works will be released to the Contractor at or near the Site. The Contractor shall remove or arrange removal of the same from such place without delay and at his cost. The obligations of the Contractor and the rights and remedies to which Owner is entitled pursuant to this Section 17.1 shall survive the termination of this Contract.
If it is subsequently found that Owner was not entitled to terminate under this Section 17.1, this Contract shall be deemed to have been terminated under Section 17.1.4.
17.1.2 | Valuation at Date of Termination - Owners Representative shall, as soon as possible after termination under this Section 17.1, reasonably determine and advise the Contractor of the value of the Construction Documents, Major Items of Equipment, Materials, Contractors Equipment and Works in excess of the portion of the Lump Sum Price that has been previously paid to the Contractor. |
17.1.3 | Payment after Termination - After termination under Section 17.1, Owner shall not be liable to make any further payments to the Contractor for Works except the payment provided in the Section 17.1.2 after taking into account the cost recovery provided in the next sentence which will not be due until the costs of design, execution, completion and remedying of any Defects or Deficiencies, liquidated damages for delay in completion (if any), Buy-Down Amounts (if any) and all other actual and documented costs (if any) incurred by Owner have been established and paid in full. |
Owner shall be entitled to recover from the Contractor the costs in excess of the unpaid portion of the Lump Sum Price involved in completing the Works after allowing for any sum due to the Contractor under Section 17.1.2.
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17.1.4. | Termination without cause - Unless Owner is in breach of any of its obligations under this Contract, Owner will be entitled to terminate this Contract at its convenience at any time by a written notice executed and delivered by Owner to the Contractor. In the event of such termination, the Contractor: |
(a) | shall proceed in accordance with Section 17.4; and |
(b) | shall be paid by Owner the Termination Fee set forth in Section 17.3 provided that this Contract is terminated pursuant to this Section 17.1.4 after the issuance of the Notice to Commence. |
In the event this Contract terminates under this Section 17.1.4 prior to having issued the Notice to Commence, the Contractor shall have no rights to be paid any monies by Owner or make any claim for costs arising out of or relating to this Contract, except for any portion of the Preliminary Works Lump Sum owed by Owner to the Contractor, in accordance with the Preliminary Schedule of Payments. Contractor shall reimburse the Owner for any portion of the Preliminary Works Lump Sum paid for any Preliminary Works not performed as of the date in which this Contract is terminated as provided herein.
17.2 | Termination by Contractor If: |
(a) | the Contractor is not paid any amount due, excluding any disputed amounts within forty-two (42) days after the expiry of the time stated in Section 16.1 within which payment is to be made (except for a deduction that Owner is entitled to make under this Contract); |
(b) | the Contractor does not receive the reasonable evidence within forty-two (42) days after giving notice under Section 16.1 in respect of a failure to comply with Section 2.4; |
(c) | the Owner fails to comply with Section 22.18; |
(d) | a prolonged suspension affects the whole of the Works as described in Section 9.9; or |
(e) | the Owner becomes bankrupt or insolvent, goes into liquidation, has a receiving or administration order made against him, compounds with his creditors, or carries on business under a receiver, trustee or manager for the benefit of his creditors, or if any act is done or event occurs which (under Applicable Laws) has a similar effect to any of these acts or events, provided that Lenders or an Owners Affiliate do not assume the rights and obligations of the Owner under this Contract within ninety (90) days since the occurrence of any such event. |
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then the Contractor may terminate its employment under this Contract by giving notice to Owner, with a copy to the Representatives. Such notice shall take effect fourteen (14) days after the giving of the notice. The Contractors election to terminate the Contract shall not prejudice any other right or remedy of the Contractor under the Contract.
17.3 | Payment on Termination After termination under Section 17.2, Owner shall pay the Contractor a Termination Fee amount equal to (i) Contractors actual and documented costs (including for this purpose, reasonable home office overhead and allocated profit thereon of five percent (5%)), as audited and accepted by an independent quality surveying firm of international reputation selected by Owner and reasonably acceptable to Contractor, incurred and which could not be avoided in connection with the performance by Contractor of the Work hereunder as of the date of such termination and which were not previously paid by Owner, and (ii) with respect to Materials, equipment or supplies to be incorporated into the Works which have been ordered, but have not been delivered to the Project Areas either (a) all documented costs incurred by Contractor in connection with such materials, equipment or supplies, for which Contractor has not been paid, provided that such materials, equipment or supplies are delivered to Owner at the Project Areas together with all documents necessary to transfer good and unencumbered title thereto Owner, if Owner has elected (in its sole discretion) in writing to take possession of such materials, equipment or supplies, or (b) all actual, documented, reasonable and customary cancellation charges payable by the Contractor to its Subcontractors for such materials, equipment or supplies as a result of such cancellation, to the extent that such charges are not mitigated despite best efforts to do so by Contractor, if Owner has in its sole discretion elected in writing not to take possession of such materials, equipment or supplies. (iii) any other Cost or liability which in the circumstances was reasonably incurred by the Contractor in the expectation of completing the Works, (iv) the Cost of removal of Temporary Works and Contractors Equipment from the Concession Area and the return of these items to the Contractors works in his country (or to any other destination at no greater cost) and (v) the Cost of repatriation of the Contractors staff and labor employed wholly in connection with the Works at the date of termination of this Contract. Payment of this Termination Fee shall be the sole and exclusive liability of Owner, and the sole and exclusive remedy of Contractor, with respect to the termination of this Contract. |
In no event the Termination Fee to be paid by Owner will be higher than the Lump Sum Price, as amended, minus any payments already made. After termination under Section 17.2 has taken effect, the Owner shall promptly:
(a) | return the securities provided under Section 14.6; |
(b) | pay the Contractor in accordance with this Section 17.3 above. |
17.4 | Cessation of Works and Removal of Contractors Equipment - After termination under Section 17.1.4 or Section 17.2, the Contractor shall do the following: |
(a) | cease all further work, except for such work as may be necessary and instructed by Owners Representative for the purpose of ensuring the safety or protecting those parts of the Works already executed, and any work required to leave the Project Areas in a clean and safe condition; |
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(b) | transfer possession and title over all Construction Documents, Major Items of Equipment and Materials for which the Contractor have received payment; |
(c) | transfer possession and title over those other parts of the Works executed by the Contractor up to the date of termination; |
(d) | transfer possession and title over any pieces of land acquired by Contractor for the purposes of the Works; and |
(e) | remove all Contractors Equipment which is on the Concession Area and repatriate all its staff and labor from the Project Areas. |
Any such termination shall be without prejudice to any other right or remedy of the Contractor under this Contract.
XVIII. | RISK AND RESPONSIBILITY |
18.1 | Indemnity - Contractor shall defend, indemnify and hold Owner, Owners Representative, the Supervisor, Lenders Representative and its representatives and all of the foregoing Persons respective Affiliates, contractors, agents and employees harmless from and against all claims, damages, losses and expenses (including reasonable attorneys fees) to the extent resulting from the Contractors or any Subcontractors negligence. |
18.2 | Contractors Care of the Works - The Contractor shall bear the risk of loss and take full responsibility for the care, custody and control of the Works and of the Project Areas and any Major Items of Equipment, Materials, Temporary Works, whether delivered to or placed on the Project Areas or elsewhere in connection with or for the purpose of the Works, from the Commencement Date until the Final Taking-Over Date when responsibility therefor shall pass to Owner. |
If any loss or damage happens to the Works arising from any cause during the period for which the Contractor is responsible, the Contractor shall as promptly as practicable rectify such loss or damage, at its cost, so that the Works conform to this Contract. The Contractor shall also be liable for any loss or damage to the Works caused by any operations carried out by the Contractor after the Final Taking-Over Date.
18.3 | Employees - No Party nor its directors, officers, employees, agents, Affiliates or representatives, nor any independent contractor engaged by it in connection with the performance of this Contract, shall be deemed an employee of the other |
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Party. No Party shall bring any claim against the other Party or its directors, officers, Affiliates, agents, representatives, employees or independent contractors with respect to any liability for compensation under any Applicable Laws. |
18.4 | Limitation of Contractors Liability - The Contractors total liability for all claims of any kind, whether as a result of breach of contract, delays, warranty, tort, negligence, strict liability or otherwise, for any loss or damage arising out of, connected with, or resulting from the Works, shall in no case exceed a sum equal to one hundred percent of the Lump Sum Price; provided, however, that the foregoing limitation shall not apply to any liability arising from gross negligence, fraud or willful misconduct of Contractor, or any of their employees or agents (the Liability Cap). The limitations of liability of Contractor hereunder shall not limit its obligations to perform the Works and achieve completion as provided under this Contract including achieving the Final Taking-Over Levels. |
The Contractors liability for liquidated damages under Section 9.6 shall not exceed twelve (12) percent of the Lump Sum Price and under Section 11.3 shall not exceed eight (8) percent of the Lump Sum Price and under both Sections 9.6 and 11.3 in the aggregate shall not exceed fifteen (15) percent of the Lump Sum Price. Notwithstanding the payment by the Contractor of any indemnification under this Contract, the Contractor shall complete the Works and achieve the Actual Project Acceptance Date. In any case, the Contractors liability shall not be limited, and no credit shall be issued against the Liability Cap, for:
(a) | the Contractors indemnification obligations (except as to claims of Owners customers for loss of service) under the applicable sections of this Contract; |
(b) | the costs incurred by the Contractor in achieving the Partial Taking-Over Date at the Partial Taking-Over Levels or the Final Taking-Over Date at the Final Taking-Over Levels; |
(c) | any loss or damage arising out of or connected with the Contractors gross negligence or willful misconduct; or |
(d) | any risks insured through insurance required under this Contract, it being the Parties specific intent that the Liability Cap shall not provide any relief or satisfaction of any obligation of the Contractors insurers or guarantors. |
18.5 | Liability - Except to the extent that damages specifically provided for in Sections 9.6 and 11.3 of this Contract, neither Party nor its officers, directors, agents, employees, or Affiliates, shall be liable to the other Party, its subsidiaries, Affiliates, officers, directors, agents, employees, successors or assignees, for claims for incidental, indirect or consequential damages of, or in any nature connected with or resulting from, performance or non-performance of this Contract, including, inter alia, claims for loss of profit or revenue, loss of use of equipment, and cost of capital or return on capital irrespective of whether such claims are based upon warranty, negligence, strict liability, contract, |
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operation of law or otherwise; provided, however, that the foregoing provisions shall neither affect nor impair the rights or remedies of either Party to recover, in addition to any other remedies under this Contract, direct damages (for the avoidance of doubt direct damages in this section means daño emergente according to Peruvian law) for a breach of this Contract for which liquidated damages do not apply, and subject to the limitation established in Section 18.4. |
XIX. | INSURANCE |
19.1 | General - The provisions of this Article XIX do not modify or change or abrogate any responsibility of the Contractor or any Subcontractor stated elsewhere in this Contract. Owner assumes no responsibility for the solvency of any insurer or the failure of any insurer to settle any claim. Requirements of the Contractors and Owners insurance policies are set forth below. |
19.2 | Polices Obtained by the Contractor - The Contractor shall maintain in force during its performance of the Works and until the Actual Project Acceptance Date, at its cost, insurance policies with company(s) approved by Owner (such approval not to be unreasonably withheld), in compliance with the laws of Peru, of the types and in the amounts as follows. |
(a) | Workers Compensation Insurance or any other similar form of employees social insurance which is required by Applicable Laws. The Contractor expressly agrees to comply with all provisions of the Workers Compensation Laws or similar employee benefit laws of Peru, or wherein said Works are to be performed, or of the countries from which its personnel are employed, where required, if applicable. |
The Contractor shall effect and maintain insurance against losses and claims arising from the death or injury to any person employed by the Contractor or any Subcontractor. For a Subcontractors employees, such insurance may be effected by the Subcontractor, but the Contractor shall be responsible for compliance with this Section 19.2.
(b) | Automobile Liability Insurance with companies approved or licensed to do business in Peru including owned, hired, rented or non-owned vehicles for bodily injury and property damage with a Combined Single Limit Each Occurrence: one million Dollars (US$1,000,000) or amount required by Applicable Laws, whichever is greater. |
All policies pursuant to this Section 19.2 shall contain appropriate no-fault insurance provisions or other endorsements as are required under Applicable Laws and Applicable Permits.
(c) | Aircraft and Watercraft Liability Insurance is required if the Contractor or any Subcontractor utilizes aircraft or watercraft while performing the Works. Aircraft liability insurance, which shall include passenger liability, or Watercraft Liability Insurance shall each have a minimum limit of coverage of fifteen million Dollars (US$15,000,000) per occurrence and in the annual aggregate. |
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(d) | Third Party Liability Insurance excess over the coverage provided by Owner under Clause 19.4(b) for losses arising out of or in connection with the Works at the Project Areas and primary for losses arising away from the Project Areas. Such insurance shall provide contractual coverage in respect of the Contractors commercial activities, including the Contractors indemnity obligations to Owner and shall include broad form property damage, sudden and accidental pollution and personal injury coverage. Such insurance shall have a limit of coverage of ten million Dollars (US$ 10,000,000) per occurrence and in the annual aggregate. |
Regarding coverage in respect of liability for claims arising out of products and completed operations, a third parties liabilility coverage shall be granted until twenty four (24) months after the Final Taking-Over Date. Such insurance shall have a limit of liability of three million Dollars (US$ 3,000,000) per occurrence and in the annual aggregate.
(e) | Excess Liability / Umbrella Liability Insurance this policy must provide following form coverage excess of the policies contained in this Section 19.2(a) to (d) with a minimum limit of liability of ten million Dollars (US$ 10,000,000) per occurrence and in the annual aggregate. |
19.3 | Requirements in Respect of Contractors Insurance - In regards to each policy described under Section 19.2 the following shall apply: |
(a) | The amounts of insurance may be satisfied by purchasing coverage in the amounts specified or by any combination thereof, so long as the total amounts of insurance meet the requirements specified. |
(b) | The Contractor shall provide to Owners Representative promptly upon request a certificate of insurance providing evidence of each such insurance upon the terms required hereunder and make available for Owners inspection all other policies in which Owner is included as an insured. The Contractor shall furnish Owner such evidence as may reasonably request from time to time regarding the establishment and maintenance of insurance by any Subcontractor. |
(c) | Each policy under Section 19.2, with the exception of Workers Compensation, shall specify Owner as additional insureds. |
(d) | Each policy under Section 19.2 shall be placed and maintained with reputable insurers or reinsurer of sound financial standing as approved by Owner provided that such approval shall not to be unreasonably withheld by Owner. |
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(e) | Each insurance policy shall provide that the cancellation, non renewal or amendment of the policy shall be effective thirty (30) days after the date in which the insurer has advised Owner in writing of any such cancellation, non renewal or amendment provided that if any such notice is sent to or from an office outside Peru, it will be sent by reputable international courier. |
(f) | All policies obtained by the Contractor or any Subcontractor shall include a waiver by the insurer of any right of subrogation it may have against Owner or any of its employees, agents, directors, and shareholders. |
(g) | Except as provided for in Section 19.2(e), the above described insurance, with the exception of Workers Compensation Insurance referenced by Section 19.2(a), shall be considered primary insurance with respect to the obligations assumed by the Contractor hereunder and all insurance carried by Owner, its agents, representatives, or Lenders shall be considered secondary and non-contributory in relation thereto. |
(h) | The insurance policies described in section 19.2 shall cover the risk derived from the Subcontractors activities. |
(i) | At Contractors request, Owner will contract the insurance policies described in section 19.2 above and Contractor will reimburse Owner the cost of maintaining such policies. |
(j) | The Contractor shall comply with all terms, conditions and warranties of policies procured by Owner pursuant to the following Section 19.4. |
19.4 | Policies Obtained by Owner -, Owner shall maintain in force until the Final Taking-Over Date at its cost: |
(a) | Construction/ Erection All Risk Insurance, effective on the date in which the Contractor has advised Owner in writing that it will commence Mobilization, provided that such notice has to be received by Owner with at least thirty (30) Business Days in advance to such date. If Owner fails to maintain Construction/ Erection All Risk insurance then Contractor shall have the right to seek indemnification for any losses it should incur by reason of Owners failure to maintain such insurance. Such insurance shall include Contractor, Subcontractors and their Affiliates as insureds and provide for waivers of subrogation against Contractor, Subcontractors and their Affiliates. Such policy shall be governed by Peruvian law and the issuer of such policies shall submit to the jurisdiction of Peruvian courts; |
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(b) | Third Party Liability up to five million Dollars (US$5,000,000) per occurrence and in the annual aggregate, effective on the date in which the Contractor has advised Owner in writing that it will commence Mobilization, provided that such notice has to be received by Owner with at least thirty (30) Business Days in advance to such date, in respect of claims by third parties arising out of or in connection with the Works at the Project Areas; and |
(c) | Marine Cargo (including Air & Inland transit), effective on the date of the first shipment (which coverage shall be at DDU per Incoterms 2000), provided that Contractor notifies Owner in writing the shipment information as stated in Section 8.2 above, on an All Risk basis with limits sufficient to provide replacement cost of the single highest value shipment. |
The Owner may divide the coverage described above in separate polices to ensure coverage for the scope of the Preliminary Works and for the scope of the Works scheduled to be performed after the Notice to Commence. The Owner shall promptly thereafter give written notice to the Contractor providing reasonable details of the coverage.
Owner shall ensure that any minor activities with a value not to exceed one million Dollars (US$ 1,000,000) per activity, to be performed by the Contractor on the Project Areas prior to Mobilization, including but not limited to bench mark studies and geotechnical investigations, are covered by Owners existing all risk and third party liability insurance policies.
The Contractor shall not be liable for any loss or damage to the Works in the case that insurance proceeds under the policies listed in 19.4(a) and 19.4(c) are paid to Owner and then not made promptly available to the Contractor. Contractor acknowledges that Owner may elect to insure the Works for less than their full replacement value subject to the condition that in such case Contractor shall not be liable for any loss or damage to the Works to the extent such loss or damage exceeds the insurers limit of liability thereof.
If the Final Taking-Over of the Plant by Owner does not occur by the Scheduled Final Taking-Over Date, for any reason attributable to the Contractor, then the Contractor shall be responsible for the additional costs to be incurred by Owner for extending the enforceability of the Construction/Erection All Risk Insurance and the Contractor shall reimburse Owner for the resulting additional insurance costs.
19.5 | General Requirements for All Insurance - The following provisions shall apply to all insurance policies required pursuant hereto. |
(a) | The Contractor and Owner shall immediately procure replacement coverage for all its canceled policies required hereunder. If a Party fails to effect and keep in force any of the insurances required under this Contract, the other Parties |
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shall have the right but not the obligation to, without prejudice to any other right or remedy, effect insurance for the coverage relevant to such default, and pay the premiums due. Such payments shall be recoverable from the breaching Party and may be deducted from any sums due, or to become due, hereunder. |
(b) | Nothing in this Section 19.5 limits the obligations, liabilities or responsibilities of the Contractor or Owner under the other terms of this Contract or otherwise. |
(c) | Each Party shall deliver to the other Party, prior to the commencement of the Works, certificates of insurance evidencing the insurance coverages required herein. |
(d) | All policies listed in Section 19.4 obtained by Owner shall contain a waiver by the issuer of its rights of subrogation against the Contractor, its Affiliates and any Subcontractor. All policies listed in Section 19.4 shall include the Contractor, Subcontractors and their Affiliates as named insureds for their respective interests (except for the Delay in Start-up insurance), and will provide that the cancellation, non renewal or amendment of the policy will be effective on the thirtieth day after the insurer advices the Contractor of any such cancellation, nonrenewal or amendment, provided however that the Construction/Erection All Risk Insurance shall not be subject to cancellation except for non payment of premium. These policies with the exception of the Contractors offsite liability policy, will all be primary and further be endorsed to specify that they are primary to and not excess to or on a contributing basis with any insurance maintained by the Contractor or any Subcontractor in the case any other policies exist for such coverage. The Construction/Erection All Risk Insurance shall provide that the interests of the Contractor, Affiliates and their Subcontractors and the other interests shall not be invalidated by any action or inaction of Owner and shall insure the Contractor, Affiliates and their Subcontractors notwithstanding the breach of any representations, warranties or policy conditions by Owner. |
(e) | All policies obtained by the Contractor shall contain a waiver by the insurer of any subrogation rights against Owner, shall include Owner as an insured for their respective interests with the exception of the Workers Compensation, as provided for in Section 19.3(c), will provide that the cancellation, non renewal or amendment of the policy will be effective on the thirtieth day after the insurer advices the Contractor of any such cancellation, nonrenewal or amendment. These policies will further be endorsed to specify that they are primary to and not excess to or on a |
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contributing basis with any insurance maintained by Owner with the exception of the Third Party Liability Insurance required under Section 19.2(e) and Section 19.2(d). |
(f) | All policies, except Workers Compensation, shall contain severability of interest or standard cross liability clauses and shall respond to claims or lawsuits that are brought worldwide, including within the United States of America. |
19.6 | Deductibles & Claims Management - Notwithstanding any other provision of this Article XIX, any deductible(s) or self-insured retention payable under insurance policies required under Section 19.2 hereof shall be the sole responsibility of the Contractor. In addition, with respect to the insurance policy described under Section 19.4(a), the Contractor shall be responsible for the Guaranteed Deductible (inclusive of legal expenses) on all covered incidents or occurrences thereunder, excluding Force Majeure events, after which the remaining deductible amount will be paid by Owner which shall not exceed the Maximum Deductible. The Owner will assume the cost of the applicable deductible if the loss is caused by a Force Majeure event. The deductible for Marine Cargo insurance shall not exceed one percent (1%) per shipment, for physical damage losses, with a minimum of US$25,000. |
The Contractor shall be responsible for filing and prosecuting claims and administering the requirements of the insurance purchased by the Contractor and Owner as defined in Section 19.2 and 19.4 as such requirements relate to engineering, procurement, construction and shipping activities such as loss control surveys, shipping notices and schedules, reporting claims, developing information required for claims adjustment, preparation of necessary reports and preparation of insurance reports of cargo shipments.
The Contractor shall notify Owner in writing of any actual or potential casualty or claim under any insurance policy, promptly after acquiring knowledge thereof. Such written notice of claim shall be given by the Contractor whether or not the amount of such claim is within the deductible limits of the applicable insurance coverage.
If a loss is sustained, the Contractor and Owner shall work together jointly for the purpose of adjusting the amount of the loss with the insurance companies. Subject to Owners consent, the Contractor shall repair or replace any loss or damage and complete the Works in accordance with this Contract; provided, however, that the Contractor is relieved of its obligation to the extent that any claims settlement is solely vitiated or otherwise materially compromised because of some material act or omission on behalf of Owner.
19.7 | Subcontractor Insurance - The Contractor shall use all reasonable endeavors to ensure that its Subcontractors maintain insurance similar to the insurance required of the Contractor in Section 19.2 provided, however, that lesser limits may be required of such Subcontractor insurance if reasonably deemed appropriate by Contractor given consideration to such Subcontractors scope of work. |
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XX. | FORCE MAJEURE |
20.1 | Definition of Force Majeure - In this Article XX, Force Majeure means an event, condition, or circumstance, which is not foreseeable to either Owner or the Contractor on or prior to the Base Date, is of such a nature no Person can prevent or avoid it, is demonstrably beyond the control of Owner and the Contractor and its Subcontractors, which makes it impossible or illegal for any Party to perform hereunder, and includes without limitation, to the extent consistent with the foregoing: |
(a) | epidemic officially declared by the World Health Organization after the Limited Notice to Commence, with proven impact over the Works, lightning strikes, hurricane, storms of unusual severity (provided that the first five (5) days of severe weather in any calendar month shall not be considered Force Majeure), or floods of the Mantaro river occurred during the construction of the Works greater than the twenty year flood affecting the Project Area provided that the Constructor has reasonably mitigated the risk and that the damages to the Works would not have occurred if the flood where lower than the twenty year flood; |
(b) | earthquakes causing material damages to the Works provided that such damages where not caused by the Contractors failure to act as a prudent contractor acting in a severe seismic zone. |
(c) | war, hostilities (whether war be declared or not), invasion, act of foreign enemies, government requisition, or embargo; |
(d) | rebellion, revolution, insurrection, or military or usurped power, or civil war; |
(e) | contamination by radioactivity from any nuclear fuel, or from any nuclear waste from the combustion of nuclear fuel, radioactive toxic explosive, or other hazardous properties of any explosive nuclear assembly or nuclear component of such assembly; |
(f) | riot, commotion or disorder, unless solely restricted to employees of the Contractor or of its Subcontractors; and |
(g) | unforeseeable labor strikes that affect a specific trade on a national or industrial scale that are not caused by the acts of omissions of the Contractor or its Subcontractors. |
The Parties expressly recognize that labor and Material and equipment shortages and acts or omissions of Subcontractors of any tier shall not be deemed an event beyond the control of the Contractor unless the Contractor can demonstrate that the actual event giving rise to the Force Majeure would be an
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event specifically enumerated in any of the clause (a), (b), (c), (d), (e), (f) or (g) of this Section 20.1 if the Contractor was carrying out the portion of the Works so subcontracted. Collapse of any Temporary Works or any condition affecting the Access Roads in any way whatsoever shall never be Force Majeure.
20.2 | Effect of Force Majeure Event - Neither Owner nor the Contractor shall be considered in default or in contractual breach to the extent that performance of obligations is prevented by a Force Majeure event which arises after the Effective Date and prevents, delays or interrupts an activity on the critical path as set forth on the original Project Schedule. |
Changes in market conditions and changes in the financial condition of any Subcontractor shall not be considered a Force Majeure and neither shall the condition of waterways, roads, bridges or tunnels which are inadequate for transportation of equipment and materials be considered Force Majeure, unless such inadequate condition is a result of an event that would otherwise constitute Force Majeure. Force Majeure shall never excuse a payment obligation provided that the obligation of the other Party which gives rise to the payment obligation in question has been performed.
If a Force Majeure event which prevents the continuance of every aspect of the Works occurs and is in effect for a period of eighty-four (84) consecutive days, either Owner or Contractor may give to the other a notice of termination which shall take effect thirty (30) days after the giving of such notice. If, at the end of the thirty (30) days period, the effect of the Force Majeure continues, this Contract shall terminate. In the event of termination under this Section, the total amount that the Contractor shall be entitled to for its performance under this Contract shall be the payment provided in the Section 17.3 excluding the profit provided in such Section.
20.3 | Contractors Responsibility - Upon occurrence of an event considered by the Contractor to constitute Force Majeure and which may affect performance of its obligations, it shall promptly notify Owners Representative pursuant to Section 9.4 and shall continue to perform its obligations as far as reasonably practicable. The Contractor shall also notify Owners Representative of any proposals, including any reasonable alternative means for performance, but shall not effect proposals without the consent of Owners Representative. |
20.4 | Owners Responsibility - Upon occurrence of an act considered by Owner to constitute Force Majeure and which may affect performance of their obligations, they shall promptly notify the Contractor and the Lenders Representative, and shall continue to perform their obligations as far as reasonably practicable. Owners Representative shall also notify the Contractor of any proposals with the objectives of completing the Works and mitigating any increased costs to Owner and the Contractor, if applicable, provided that the Contractor shall not have the obligation to execute any such Proposals. |
20.5 | Payment to the Contractor - If as a result of a Force Majeure event, the Works suffer loss or damage, the Contractor shall be entitled to include, in a Monthly Payment Certificate, the Cost of work performed prior to the occurrence of the Force Majeure event. Any additional Cost incurred by the Contractor in |
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complying with the proposals made by it and approved by Owners Representative under Section 20.3 shall be added by Owners Representative to the Lump Sum Price, as applicable. Other than as specifically set forth herein, the Contractor shall be entitled to no other payments as a result of the occurrence of a Force Majeure event. Under no circumstances shall the Contractor be entitled to compensation, after the Final Taking-Over Date, for a Force Majeure event which occurred before the Final Taking-Over Date. |
If as a result of a Force Majeure the Contractor suffers delay and/or incurs Cost by reason of such Force Majeure, the Contractor shall be entitled to:
(a) | an extension of time for any such delay, if completion is or will be delayed under Section 9.4; and |
(b) | if the event or circumstance is of the kind described in Section 20.1, payment of any such Cost. |
XXI. | CLAIMS, DISPUTES AND ARBITRATION |
21.1 | Procedure for Claims - If the Contractor intends to claim any additional payment as expressly permitted under any provision of this Contract, the Contractor shall give written notice to Owner as soon as possible and in any event within twenty-eight (28) days of the day in which the Contractor discovered or reasonably should have discovered the event giving rise to the claim. |
The notice must include a written statement setting forth the general nature of such claim. Failure to provide such written statement within such times shall constitute a presumption that no payment or adjustment of the Lump Sum Price is claimed or warranted.
Notwithstanding the existence of a claim or any other matter in dispute between the Parties, the Contractor shall proceed diligently with performance of this Contract and follow the instructions of Owner or Owners Representative, as the case may be, in accordance with the terms of this Contract unless otherwise agreed to in writing. If Owner disputes such claim, the Contractors sole recourse will be to pursue its rights under Sections 21.3 and 21.4 of this Contract.
The Contractor shall keep such contemporary records as may be necessary to substantiate any claim, either on the Site or at another location acceptable to Owners Representative. Without admitting Owners liability, Owners Representative shall, on receipt of such notice, inspect such records and may instruct the Contractor to keep further contemporary records. The Contractor shall permit Owners Representative to inspect all such records and shall (if instructed) submit copies to Owners Representative.
Within twenty-eight (28) days of such notice, or such other time as may be agreed by Owners Representative, the Contractor shall send to Owners Representative an account, giving detailed particulars of the amount and basis of the claim. Where the event giving rise to the claim has a continuing effect, such
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account shall be considered as interim. The Contractor shall then, at such intervals as Owners Representative may reasonably require, send updated interim accounts giving the accumulated amount of the claim and any applicable particulars. Where interim accounts are sent to Owners Representative, the Contractor shall send a final account no later than the twenty-eighth day after the day in which the effects resulting from the event.
If the Contractor fails to comply with this Section 21.1, its claims shall cease to be valid immediately after such failure.
21.2 | Payment of Claims - The Contractor shall be entitled to have included in any Monthly Payment Certificate such amount for any claim as Owners Representative considers due. Unless and until the particulars supplied are insufficient to substantiate the whole of the claim, the Contractor shall be entitled to payment for such part of the claim as has been substantiated to the reasonable satisfaction of Owners Representative. |
21.3 | Negotiation between Senior Executives - The Parties will attempt in good faith to resolve any Dispute promptly by negotiation between senior executives of the Parties who have authority to settle the controversy or claim. In the event a Party intends to invoke such negotiation process, it shall give the other Party written notice of such intent and specify in writing the specific nature of the dispute. Within fifteen (15) days of receipt of said notice, the receiving party shall submit to the other a written response. The executives representing the Parties shall meet at a mutually acceptable time and place within thirty (30) days of the receiving Partys notice and thereafter as often as they reasonably deem necessary to exchange relevant information and to attempt to resolve the dispute. In the event such dispute is not resolved by such negotiations within thirty (30) days, the Parties shall proceed to arbitration in accordance with Section 21.4. The notices called for within this Section 21.3 shall not be deemed a substitute for any other notice requirement set forth in this Contract. |
21.4 | Arbitration - In the event the Parties are unable to resolve any Dispute, through the procedures set forth in Section 21.3, the resolution of such Dispute shall be solved in an arbitration at law governed by the Rules of the International Chamber of Commerce, and the award issued as a result of such arbitration shall be final and binding on the Parties. |
The arbitration shall be conducted by an arbitral tribunal composed of three (3) arbitrators. The Party requesting the commencement of the arbitration shall nominate an arbitrator in its notice of arbitration, while the Party served with such notice of arbitration shall nominate an arbitrator within 20 days of the date on which it was served with the notice of arbitration. The arbitrators nominated by the Parties shall appoint the third member of the arbitral tribunal, who shall act as chairman. This last appointment shall be made within 20 days of the date on which the Center confirms the appointment of the last party-nominated arbitrator.
In the event that any of the Parties fails to nominate its arbitrator within the term established in the previous paragraph or the two arbitrators appointed by the Parties fail to appoint the third arbitrator within the term established in the foregoing paragraph, the Center shall appoint the remaining arbitrator(s) pursuant to the Rules.
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The seat of the arbitration shall be the city of New York, New York, United Stated of America and shall be conducted in the English language under the rules of the Center.
Any arbitration resulting from a Dispute, including, without limitation, any settlement which the Parties may reach in the course of the arbitration; any awards, orders, or rulings issued by the Tribunal; and any pleadings, briefs, submissions, and documents filed by the Parties, as well as their contents, shall be confidential and may not be disclosed by the Parties or their agents, representatives, employees, directors, administrators and lawyers to third parties, unless such information is necessary for the enforcement of the relevant award or its disclosure is necessary according to the applicable laws. Any proceeding under the Parent Guaranty may be consolidated with any arbitration hereunder at the option of the Owner.
The decision of the arbitrators shall be final and binding upon the Parties. Judgment upon the award rendered by the arbitrator(s) may be entered in any court having jurisdiction thereof. The prevailing Party may enforce such award or judgment in any jurisdiction, including any jurisdiction where the other Partys assets may be located. Except as the Parties otherwise agree in writing pending the final resolution of any claim or controversy or arbitration proceeding, Contractor shall proceed diligently with the performance of the Works under this Contract and in compliance with Owners Representatives directions in accordance with the terms of this Contract.
XXII. | MISCELLANEOUS |
22.1 | Law and Language - This Contract shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Peru. The language for all communications and notices hereunder shall be English regardless of any course of dealing of the Parties. |
22.2 | Communications - Wherever provision is made for the giving or issue of any notice, instruction, invoice, consent, approval, certificate or determination by any Person, unless otherwise specified such communication shall be in writing in the language specified in Exhibit A and shall not be unreasonably withheld or delayed. |
Wherever provision is made for a communication to be written, or in writing, this means any hand-written, type-written or printed communication, including facsimile.
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All certificates, invoices, notices or written orders to be given hereunder shall either be delivered by hand against written acknowledgment of receipt or be sent by reputable international courier service. The addresses for the receipt of such communications shall be as follows:
If to Owner:
Cerro del Aguila SA
Av. Victor Andres Belaunde 147 Torre Real 5 piso 11
Lima 27, Peru
Attention: Javier García-Burgos Benfield
Phone: +51 1 7067878
If to the Contractor:
Astaldi S.p.A.
Calle Los Nardos 1018, Piso 2,
Lima 27, Peru
Attention: Giacomo Orsatti
Phone: +51 1 206 4300
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GyM SA
Av. Paseo de la Republica 4675
Lima 34, Peru
Attention: Juan Manuel Lambarri Hierro
Phone: +51 1 2130444
If to Owners Representative:
As designated in writing by Owner.
If to Lenders Representative:
As designated in writing by the Lenders.
If to the Supervisor:
As designated in writing by the Supervisor.
22.3 | Validity and Enforceability - The invalidity or unenforceability of any portion or provision of this Contract shall not affect the validity or enforceability of any other portion or provision. Any invalid or unenforceable portion or provision shall be deemed severed from this Contract, and the balance of this Contract shall be construed and enforced as if this Contract did not contain such invalid or unenforceable portion or provision. Notwithstanding the provisions of the preceding sentence, should any term or provision of this Contract be found invalid by any Governmental Authority having jurisdiction thereof, the Parties shall immediately renegotiate in good faith such term or provision of this Contract to eliminate such invalidity. |
22.4 | Documents on Site - The Contractor shall keep on the Site one complete set of the documents applicable hereto when under construction and forming this Contract. This includes the Construction Documents and the Workbook. Owner, Owners Representative, the Supervisor and assistants shall have the right to use such documents at all reasonable times. |
The Contractor may keep records in some or all the Project Areas in order to register the incidences relative to works performed in such locations. However, for the purposes of this Contract, the official and binding record of such occurrences will be the Workbook.
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22.5 | Construction Documents - The Construction Documents shall be in the custody and care of the Contractor. The Contractor shall provide a sufficient number of copies for the use of Owners Representative or the Supervisor, or as specified herein. |
22.6 | Contractors Use of Owners Documents - Copyright and ownership of (i) all items contained in the request for proposals issued by Owner in connection with the Plant and other documents and computer programs issued by Owner or Owners Representative to the Contractor shall (as between the Parties) be the property of Owner. The Contractor may, at its cost, copy, use and communicate any such documents (including making and using modifications) for the purposes of this Contract and the Contractor shall not, without Owners written consent, use such documents for purposes other than those related to the Works. They shall not, without Owners consent, be used, copied or communicated to a third party by the Contractor, except as necessary for the purposes of this Contract. Effective upon the Commencement Date, the Contractor hereby grants to Owner and its successors and assignees for the lifetime of the Plant an irrevocable, royalty-free license to use any Construction Documents or computer programs furnished by the Contractor hereunder for the purpose of maintaining and operating the Plant. |
22.7 | No Technology Transfer - For the avoidance of doubt, Owner understands that the foregoing is not and shall not be deemed to be a technology transfer to Owner of any technology or intellectual property rights relating to the Construction Documents or equipment and the Contractor shall retain all rights, title and interest in the Contractors and its Affiliates proprietary technology, patents, trade secrets and shop drawings. |
22.8 | Confidential Details - All documents, plans, drawings, specifications, and the subject matter contained therein and any information provided by a Disclosing Party to the Receiving Party in connection with the performance of this Contract which is in writing and marked, stamped or otherwise identified in writing by the Disclosing Party as being proprietary, secret, or confidential (hereinafter Confidential Information), shall be held confidential by the Receiving Party and shall not be used or disclosed by the Receiving Party for any purposes other than those for which they have been prepared or supplied, unless otherwise permitted with the prior written consent of the Disclosing Party. As a condition to receiving such Confidential Information, the Receiving Party agrees to hold all such Confidential Information confidential and not to use, discuss or disclose such Confidential Information with or to third parties for a period of four (4) calendar years following the date of disclosure by the Disclosing Party, without the prior written consent of the Disclosing Party. For purposes of this Section 22.8, the entire content of this Contract shall be Confidential Information. |
This Section 22.8 shall not prevent the Receiving Party from disclosing such Confidential Information of the Disclosing Party pursuant to: (a) a subpoena issued by a court of competent jurisdiction, (b) other requirements of law or
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judicial or administrative order, or (c) activities related to the development, construction and financing of the Works; provided, however, that prior to making such a disclosure pursuant to (a) and (b), the Receiving Party will provide the Disclosing Party with timely advance written notice of its intent to so disclose, to the extent reasonably practical, and prior to making such a disclosure pursuant to (c) to any Person not bound by confidentiality obligations at least as restrictive as those contained in this Section 22.8, the Receiving Party will obtain from such Person a confidentiality agreement consistent with this Section 22.8.
The Receiving Party shall have no obligation hereunder with respect to any portion of the Confidential Information received by it from the Disclosing Party that: (a) has been made public, unless such Confidential Information was made public by or with the assistance of the Receiving Party in violation of this Contract; (b) becomes part of the public domain by publication or otherwise, after disclosure to the Receiving Party, unless such Confidential Information was made public by or with assistance of the Receiving Party in violation of this Contract; (c) shall otherwise lawfully become available to the Receiving Party on a non-confidential basis from a third party who has not received the Confidential Information directly or indirectly from the Disclosing Party; (d) was or is independently developed by the Receiving Party, and such fact can be proven by reasonable written documentation, and such Confidential Information was not acquired directly or indirectly from the Disclosing Party; or (e) was already rightfully in the Receiving Partys possession at the time it was disclosed to the Receiving Party.
The Parties agree that, as far as possible and unless needed for the proper execution of their responsibilities under this Contract, they will keep confidential the terms of this Contract. In addition, unless otherwise required by Applicable Laws, the Contractor shall not, without the prior written consent of Owner, issue any public statement, press release, publicity handout, photograph or other material relating to or disclosing in any way whatsoever to any Person other than a prospective Subcontractor the award to the Contractor of this Contract or the scope, extent or value of the Works, or any details as to the Major Items of Equipment, Materials and other equipment to be used or installed by the Contractor, or anything whatsoever relating to the Works or any part thereof. Without in any way restricting the generality of the foregoing, the Contractor shall not invite or permit any reporter, photographer, television camera crew, commercial radio broadcaster or any other such Person to enter upon the Project Areas without the express prior written consent of Owner.
22.9 | Remedies Non-Exclusive - Except as expressly provided herein with respect to (a) breach of Article XIII (Defects Liability); (b) liquidated damages for failure to achieve the Partial Taking-Over Date or the Final Taking-Over Date by the Scheduled Partial Taking-Over Date or the Scheduled Final Taking-Over Date and failure to achieve the Performance Guarantee Levels once the Final Taking-Over Levels have been achieved; and (c) damages as provided in Section 17.1 upon termination hereof, or (d) any other section of this Contract which expressly provides for an exclusive or sole remedy, all remedies provided in this Contract shall be deemed cumulative and not in lieu of, or exclusive of, |
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each other or of any other remedy available to either Party under this Contract, at law or in equity, and the exercise of any remedy, or the existence herein of other remedies, shall not prevent the exercise of any other remedy, provided that the Contractor shall not have any right to suspend its performance or terminate this Contract except as expressly provided in Articles XVI and XVII. |
22.10 | Waiver - The waiver of any breach or failure to enforce any of the terms, covenants or conditions of this Contract shall not in any way affect, limit, modify or waive the future enforcement of such terms, covenants or conditions. |
22.11 | Third-Party Beneficiaries - Except with respect to indemnification obligations contained herein in favor of third parties and as expressly provided herein, the provisions of this Contract are intended for the sole benefit of the Parties, and there are no third-party beneficiaries other than assignees contemplated by the terms herein. |
22.12 | Counterparts - This Contract may be executed in any number of counterparts and by each of the Parties in separate counterparts, each of which when so executed shall be deemed to be an original and all of which taken together shall constitute one and the same Contract. |
22.13 | Entire Agreement - Any of the Works described in this Contract which were performed or caused to be performed by the Contractor prior to the execution of this Contract shall be deemed to have been performed under this Contract. This Contract sets forth the full and complete understanding of the parties relating to the subject matter hereof as of the date first above stated, and supersedes any and all negotiations, agreements and representations made or dated prior thereto. Subsequent to the Effective Date, this Contract may be supplemented, modified or otherwise amended by mutual agreement or only in accordance with the terms of this Contract; provided that any such supplements, modifications and amendments to this Contract, if any, must be in the form of a written amendment to this Contract, and signed by authorized representatives of all Parties to this Contract. |
Under no circumstances shall any Party be liable for any oral clarifications, instructions, or interpretations of this Contract. Owner shall not be liable for any misinterpretation or misunderstanding of this Contract on the part of the Contractor, or for any failure by the Contractor to acquaint itself fully with all circumstances relating to the Works. The Contractor represents that it has carefully and completely read and examined the entire Contract, including all plans, drawings, specifications and all exhibits thereto and other documents referenced herein.
22.14 | Conflicting Provisions - Any Party, upon becoming aware of any conflict or inconsistency among any of the components of this Contract shall promptly notify the other Parties in writing of such conflict or inconsistency. |
22.15 | Joint Responsibility for Drafting - This Contract was negotiated and prepared by the Parties with advice of counsel to the extent deemed necessary by each Party; the Parties have agreed to the wording of this Contract; and none of the provisions hereof shall be construed against one Party on the ground that such Party is the author of this Contract or any part thereof. |
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22.16 | Notice of Objection - Owner hereby gives notice of its objection to any different or additional terms and conditions than those contained in this Contract. This Contract is expressly conditioned on the Contractors assent to the terms and conditions stated herein. |
22.17 | Compliance with Statutes, Regulations and Applicable Laws - The Contractor shall, in all matters arising in the performance of this Contract, comply with, give all notices under, and pay all fees required by, the provisions of any national or local statute, ordinance, decree or other law, the portions of the EIA concerning construction activities, or any regulation, decree or decision of any legally constituted public authority having jurisdiction over the Works, including all Applicable Laws and Applicable Permits. Except for those permits, licenses, or approvals listed on Exhibit F or required to be obtained by Owner in its name for the operation of the Plant (Owner Permits) the Contractor shall obtain in a timely manner (not to delay any portion of the Works), secure, pay for and maintain in full force and effect any and all permits, licenses, consents or approvals required for the Contractor to carry out any part of the Works (Contractors Permits), sufficient time in advance, taking account of the times for import of any Contractors Equipment, obtaining visas or work permits for any Contractors personnel, delivery of the Major Items of Equipment and Materials for completion of the Works. The Contractor has made a thorough and complete investigation of all Applicable Laws and Applicable Permits or consents required from or by any Governmental Authority in Peru or elsewhere respecting design, construction, performance and testing of the Works, including those permits and consents set forth in the Technical Specification. The Contractor warrants that the listing of required permits and consents contained in the Technical Specification is accurate and complete, but such listing shall not operate to diminish or limit the Contractors responsibilities under this Section 22.17. In the event it is subsequently discovered that (other than Owner Permits) additional permits or consents are required to be obtained by the Contractor to carry out any part of the Works, the Contractor assumes full responsibility for any additional cost and delay that is incurred by the Contractor as a result of the requirement to obtain, to secure, pay for and maintain in full force and effect any such additional permits or consents provided that such additional permits or consents are not a result of a Change in Law. The Contractor shall be entitled to a Variation in accordance herewith if the additional permits or consents referred to herein are a result of a Change in Law. Lapse of any Contractor Permit shall not be considered as an Event of Force Majeure nor entitle Contractor to a Variation. |
The Contractor shall comply with the laws of Peru and of each jurisdiction where activities are performed in connection with the Works. The Contractor shall not nor shall it allow any of its Affiliates or their respective directors, officers, shareholders, employees or agents shall make or offer, in respect of the performance of the Works, any loan, gift or other payment, directly or indirectly, whether in cash or in kind, for the use or benefit of an Official for the purposes of influencing any act or decision of such Official in its official
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capacity, or inducing such Official to do or omit to do any act in order to obtain or retain business or otherwise to secure any improper advantage. The Contractor shall indemnify, defend and hold Owner and the Lenders harmless from any and all liabilities, costs, penalties, fines, and attorneys fees costs associated to its breach of any of the foregoing. The Contractor shall cause its Subcontractors to comply with the provisions of this Section 22.17.
22.18 | Rights of Assignment - Neither this Contract nor any right, privilege or delegation hereunder may be assigned or transferred in whole or in part by any Party without the prior written consent of all other Parties, and any attempted assignment or transfer without such written consent shall be void. Notwithstanding the above, Owner is allowed to assign its rights under this Contract, in whole or in part, to any of its Affiliates or to the Lender, without approval of Contractor. The Contractor agrees, if required by any Lender, within five (5) Business Days to enter into agreements evidencing its consent to assignment of this Contract, or to enter into a direct agreement with the Lenders or the agent, which shall include terms and conditions customary for an agreement of this type, including the right of the Lenders or the agent to assume the obligations of Owner hereunder or to assign or transfer these obligations to a third party nominated by the Lenders or the agent, to require the Contractor to make any payments due to Owner pursuant to this Contract directly into a collateral security account maintained by or on behalf of the Lenders and to provide notice to such parties and a reasonable opportunity for such parties to remedy the event giving rise to a right of termination prior to exercising any such right and to allow the agent or the Lenders to exercise any right of termination hereunder. |
22.19 | Financing Requirements - The Contractor shall cooperate with Owner in the negotiation and execution of any reasonable amendment to or modification of this Contract required by any Lender or other entity providing financing for this Contract, Works or Plant, including, without limitation, an amendment or modification: |
(a) | extending the Contractors indemnities to such Lender or other entity and its engineer; |
(b) | providing that such Lender or other entity be named as loss payee, and that it and Lenders Representative be named as additional insureds, under the insurance policies required to be maintained hereunder; and |
(c) | generally making provision for the Lenders Representative to be included in the construction review process. |
The Contractor will promptly provide an opinion of outside counsel, in each case, to the extent required by Lender or agent concerning this Contract or any agreement referred to in Section 22.18.
22.20 | Information for Lenders Representative - The Contractor shall (subject to the non-disclosure requirements of Section 22.8) provide such documents and other technical assistance as Lenders Representative may reasonably request in connection with obtaining financing for the Plant. During the performance of |
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the Works, the Contractor shall make available to Lenders Representative information relating to the status of the Works including, but not limited to, information relating to the design, engineering, construction and testing of the Plant and such other matters as Lenders Representative may reasonably request. Lenders Representative shall have the right to participate in all inspections conducted by Owner under this Contract and to attend all Performance Tests which may be witnessed by Owner. Owner shall cause all such persons to observe the Contractors security and safety regulations at all applicable locations and to refrain from interfering with the Contractors performance of the Works. |
22.21 | Documentation and Right of Audit |
22.21.1 | Where the Contractor performs any work on a time and material basis in connection with a Variation, Owner and their duly authorized representatives and the Supervisor shall have access, at all reasonable times, during the course of the Works and for a period of six (6) months after the completion of the Variation work to all applicable Contractors books and records for the purpose of auditing and verifying costs of services. The Contractor is required to maintain supporting data and accounting records in accordance with the generally accepted accounting principles utilized in Peru, as applicable, all consistently applied regardless of the location of any work performed. In all cases Owner and the Supervisor shall have the right to verify compliance with Sections 13.5 and 22.17 of this Contract. |
22.21.2 | Subject to the confidentiality provisions of this Contract, the Contractor shall provide the above mentioned records in computer readable format, if available, as well as an original hard copy. Owner and their representatives and the Supervisor shall have the right to reproduce any of the aforesaid documents, always subject to Section 22.8, and shall be provided adequate and appropriate work space in order to conduct audits in compliance with this audit provision. Any adjustments or payments which must be made as a result of any such audit or inspection of the Contractors invoices or records shall be made within a reasonable amount of time (not to exceed thirty (30) days) from presentation of the findings to the Contractor. The Contractor will not charge for its costs incurred with the audit. |
22.21.3 | The Contractor will cooperate fully and cause all related parties and all Subcontractors to cooperate fully in furnishing or in making available to Owner and the Supervisor from time to time, whenever requested and in an expeditious manner, any and all such information, materials and data. |
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EXHIBITS & SCHEDULES
Exhibits
Technical Specifications | Exhibit A | |
Performance Guarantee Levels | Exhibit B | |
Performance Test Protocol | Exhibit C | |
Project Data | Exhibit D | |
Contractors Organizational Chart | Exhibit E | |
Contractor and Owner Permits | Exhibit F | |
Main Spare Parts | Exhibit G | |
Concession and Project Areas | Exhibit H | |
Measurements & Payments Risk Sharing Mechanism | Exhibit I |
Schedules
Preliminary Project Schedule | Schedule 1 | |
Subcontractors List | Schedule 2 | |
Advance Payment Bond | Schedule 3 | |
Performance Bond | Schedule 4 | |
Warranty Letter of Credit | Schedule 5 | |
Preliminary Schedule of Payments | Schedule 6 | |
Monthly Payment Certificate | Schedule 7 | |
Punch List Bank Guarantee | Schedule 8 | |
Performance Test Certificate | Schedule 9 | |
Partial Taking-Over Certificate | Schedule 10 | |
Final Taking-Over Certificate | Schedule 11 | |
Actual Project Acceptance Certificate | Schedule 12 | |
Final Acceptance Certificate | Schedule 13 | |
Final Payment Certificate | Schedule 14 | |
Reserved | Schedule 15 | |
Owners Parent Guaranty | Schedule 16 | |
Variation Order Proposal | Schedule 17 | |
Reserved | Schedule 18 | |
Contractor Safety Plan | Schedule 19 | |
Contractor Quality Assurance Program | Schedule 20 | |
Reserved | Schedule 21 | |
Form of Proof of Subcontractor Payment | Schedule 22 | |
Form of Labor Obligations Certificate | Schedule 23 |
Exhibit 4.6
SERIES B No 0973608
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NUMBER: 95
PRELIMINARY NOTARIAL INSTRUMENT: 93
KARDEX: 120589
FINAL CONCESSION AGREEMENT FOR ELECTRICITY
GENERATION No 358-2010 ENTERED INTO BY AND BETWEEN
THE MINISTRY OF ENERGY AND MINES AND
KALLPA GENERACION S.A.
In the city of Lima, this January 05th, 2011, I, Ricardo Fernandini Barreda, Notary in and for Lima, enter this Public Deed whereby according to provisions set forth on subsection h, sections 27 and 54 of Legislative Decree No 1049, appearing:
The Ministry of Energy and Mines, domiciled at Avenida Las Artes Sur No 260, District of San Borja, Province and Department of Lima, duly represented by Ismael Valerio Aragon Castro, engineer, Peruvian, duly identified by National Identity Card No. 06713567, with voting capacity, single, Electricity General Director appointed by Ministerial Order No 060-2009-MEM/DM published on January 31st, 2009 authorized by Supreme Order No 064-2010-EM published on October 23rd, 2010; and
Kallpa Generacion S.A. registered in Record No 11767759 of Legal Entity Registry in the Registry Zone No IX, Lima Headquarters, Lima Registry Office, domiciled at Av. Victor Andres Belaunde No 147 Torre Real 5, Piso 11, District of San Isidro, Province and Department of Lima duly represented by Javier Garcia Burgos Benfield, Peruvian, duly identified by National Identity Card No 07258488, with voting capacity, married, businessman and Roberto Cornejo Spickernagel, Peruvian, duly identified by National Identity Card No 08796408, with voting capacity, married, businessman, acting as Attorneys, pursuant to powers of attorney registered under Entry C00012 amended on entry D00003 of Record No 11767759 of Legal Entity Registry in the Registry Zone No IX, Lima Headquarters, Lima Registry Office.
The appearing parties are of legal age, whom I have identified, I attest. The parties proceed with capacity, freedom and knowledge of the act performed. A signed preliminary notarial instrument is submitted to be registered as Public Deed, which I place in the corresponding record and number, reading as follows:
PRELIMINARY NOTARIAL INSTRUMENT:
Mr. Notary-Attorney Ricardo Fernandini Barreda, please include in your registry of Public Deeds one Final Concession Agreement for Electricity Generation No 358-2010 entered into by and between the Ministry of Energy and Mines domiciled at Avenida Las (sic), Ismael Valerio Aragon Castro, engineer, Electricity General Director appointed by Ministerial Order No 060-2009-MEM/DM published on January 31st, 2009 identified by National Identity Card No 06713567, authorized by Supreme Order No 064-2010-EM published on October 23rd, 2010 (hereinafter called THE MINISTRY) and, Kallpa Generacion S.A. registered under Record No 11767759 of Legal Entity Registry in the Registry Zone No IX, Lima Headquarters, Lima Registry Office, domiciled at Av. Victor Andres Belaunde No 147
Torre Real 5, Piso 11, District of San Isidro, Province and Department of Lima duly represented by Javier Garcia Burgos Benfield, duly identified by National Identity Card No 07258488 and Roberto Cornejo Spickernagel, duly identified by National Identity Card No 08796408, acting as Attorneys, pursuant to powers of attorney registered under Entry C00012 amended on Entry D00003 of Record No 11767759 of Legal Entity Registry in the Registry Zone No IX, Lima Headquarters, Lima Registry Office (hereinafter called THE CONCESSIONAIRE) under the following terms and conditions.
FIRST: BACKGROUND
The Concessionaire has made an application of final concession to develop the electricity generation activity using goods and facilities detailed as follows, which are essential for concession operation:
1.1 | Name of Power Plant: Cerro de Aguila |
1.2 | Location |
1.2.1 | Districts: Surcubamba and Colcabamba |
1.2.2 | Province: Tayacaja |
1.2.3 | Department: Huancavelica |
1.3 | General information of Power System |
Technical Features of Cerro del Aguila Power Plant
General Information:
Flow: 200 m3/s
Net flow: 226 m
Minimum flow: 225 m
Gross flow: 244 m
Total installed power: 402 MW
Hydric resource: Mantaro river
Abduction tunnel: 8712 km
Project budget: 525 080871, 46 million US without including VAT
Building term: 1436 days
On pages 110 to 117 of file No 11222910, the description of the equipment and main elements of Cerro del Aguila Power Plant which are part of generation final concession goods is appeared.
The Petitioner attached the following drawings:
| Two drawings No CHCDA 010- Concession Area, Plant Drawing, not to scale. |
| Four drawings No CHCDA 011(1/2)- Accesses, Plant, not to scale. |
| Two drawings No CHCDA 011 (2/2)- Accesses, Coordinates, not to scale. |
| Three drawings No CHCDA 012- Surface works, Coordinates not to scale. |
| Three drawings No CHCDA 517, 518 and 519- One-line diagram, not to scale. |
On pages 138 to 144, 152 to 154 and 176 to 179 of file No 11222910, the drawings of Cerro del Aguila Power Plant are appeared.
SECOND: PURPOSE
The purpose of this Agreement is to determine the conditions, rights and obligations regulating the final concession to develop electricity generation activity granted by the Ministry to the Concessionaire.
THIRD: SPECIFIC APPLICABLE LAW
The legal framework governing mandatorily this Agreement is composed by Decree Law No 25844, Electrical Concessions Act and its regulations passed by Supreme Decree No 099-93-EM; Law No 27332, Regulatory Body Framework for Public Investment in Public Services Act: Law No 26734, Incorporation Act of Supervisory Board
for Investment in Energy (OSINERGMIN, by its acronym in Spanish) and its regulations passed by Supreme Decree No 054-2001-PCM; the National Electricity Code; Law No 28832, Act ensuring the efficient development of electricity generation; Supreme Decree No 027-2007-EM, regulations of transmission; Supreme Decree No 076-2009-EM, the applicable technical rules and other Peruvian laws in force on each opportunity.
FOURTH: CONCESSION EFFECTIVENESS
The Concession herein referred has an indefinite term and is effective upon the following day of publication date for Supreme Order granting the Concession.
FIFTH: GENERAL TERMS
5.1 A free price system for selling electric power produced by electric power plant whereby it is a holder unless:
5.1.1 The power transfer with other generators when a Committee for Economic Operation of the Interconnected National System is formed pursuant to subsection a), section 43 of the Act.
5.1.2 The electric power sales to distribution concessionaries aimed to electricity public service pursuant to section 45 of the Act.
5.2 The supplies subject to price regulation shall be continuously, timely and sufficiently handled according to quality technical requirements and other conditions agreed by contract whether with power or own or acquired power from third parties.
5.3 The use of natural resources for power purposes is subject to payment of sole remuneration to government pursuant to provisions of section 107 of the Act and sections 213, 214 and 215 of the Regulations.
5.4 The Concessionaire pursuant to the Act and other applicable rules shall keep the environment, the cultural heritage of the Nation when developing his activities.
5.5 The Supervisory Board for Investment in Energy inspects, controls and supervises the performance of this Agreement pursuant to section 101 of the Act, whereby the parties have acknowledged the nature of an administrative agreement.
5.6 The Concessionaire may assist directly clients not having nature of electricity utility by fixing with them the conditions of the service rendering.
5.7 The parties may submit to arbitration by mutual agreement and by written the conflicts arising solely from specific technical matters on this Agreement pursuant to Legislative Decree No 1071, Legislative Decree regulating arbitration.
5.8 The conflict that may arise regarding the amount of damages, which shall be paid by the government to the ex-concessionaire as a result from applying section 104 of Electrical Concessions Act, shall be submitted to arbitration upon request of any parties pursuant to Legislative Decree No 1071.
SIXTH: RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS
6.1 Rights: The Concessionaire shall have the following rights:
6.1.1 To use reasonably the hydric natural resource whereby he is holder to produce electric power paying the corresponding amounts to the government for this use pursuant to provisions set forth on section 107 of the Act and sections 213, 214 and 215 of the Regulations.
6.1.2. To use the transmission and/or distribution systems belonging to other concessionaires whereby he is interconnected for marketing electricity with his users pursuant to provisions set forth on section 33 and subsection d) of section 34 of the Act.
6.1.3 To request to the Ministry to impose easements pursuant to provisions set forth on sections 110 and 111 of the Act.
6.1.4 To enter into legal stability, tax stability and foreign currency agreements pursuant to subsection b) of section 106 of the Act complying with corresponding formalities and reporting to the Directorate.
6.1.5 To demand his rights granted by this Agreement against third parties, particularly to collect the compensation for the use.
6.1.6 To require government support when a public disaster, internal unrest and/or disturbance occurs for protecting the works and facilities to ensure the continuance of operation pursuant to section 120 of the Act.
6.1.7 To acquire power and electric power from other generators.
6.1.8 To take part in the Committee for Economic Operation of the Interconnected National System according to provisions set forth on applicable law.
6.1.9 To assign its contractual position having in this Agreement and to transfer the granted concession; and
6.1.10 Other rights granted by the applicable law.
6.2 Obligations: The Concessionaire undertakes to:
6.2.1 To supply electricity according to provisions set forth on eighth clause of this Agreement whether with own production or production acquired by third parties acknowledging compensations for using corresponding transmission and/or distribution systems.
6.2.2 To preserve and keep their works and facilities of the concession in good condition for an efficient operation according to quality standards set forth on the Agreement and to pay compensations for low service quality set forth on corresponding technical rules.
6.2.3 To apply as a maximum the regulated prices determined by the corresponding entity pursuant to provisions set forth on subsections a) and c) of section 43 of the Act.
6.2.4 To pay to the owners of secondary transmission or distribution facility systems the compensations for using pursuant to section 62 of the Act.
6.2.5 To compensate to distribution concessionaries by the power not supplied by rationing to their clients of electricity utility pursuant to provisions set forth on section 57 of the Act.
6.2.6 To comply with provisions of National Electricity Code and other applicable technical rules pursuant to provisions set forth on Section 99 of the Act.
6.2.7 To contribute for maintaining statute and regulatory entities through contributions which in no case shall exceed 1% of the value of their yearly sales according to subsection g) of section 31 of the Act in accordance with Supreme Decree No 136-2002-PCM.
6.2.8 Pursuant to applicable law, to integrate the Committee for Economic Operation of the Interconnected National System contributing to its maintenance and specifically complying with its regulations and procedures.
6.2.9 To operate its facilities according to provisions issued by the Committee for Economic Operation of the Interconnected National System pursuant to provisions set forth on section 32 of the Act.
6.2.10 To file the corresponding information to the Directorate and the Supervisory Board for Investment in Energy pursuant to provisions set forth on sections 58 and 59 of Regulations and other applicable rules.
6.2.11 To develop its activities complying with the free competition and/or anti-trust rules in force or to be issued in the future, applicable for electrical subsector.
6.2.12 To perform building activities of works and mounting facilities which are undertaken to, pursuant to work performance schedule attached to this Agreement.
SEVENTH: WORK PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE
The performance works of Cerro del Aguila Power Plant shall have a term of sixty six (66) months and 15 days until the tests and commissioning. Furthermore, this term shall begin on June 15th, 2010 and shall finish December 31st, 2015 according to work performance schedule attached as Exhibit No 4 of this Agreement.
EIGHTH: SUPPLY TECHNICAL CONDITIONS
The Concessionaire undertakes to render the service whose concession is granted under the best quality conditions emphasizing on matters including but not limited those stated on quality technical rules of electrical utilities.
NINTH: SANCTIONS AND PENALTIES
Should Concessionaire fails to comply with any obligation stated in the Act, the Regulations and/or this Agreement, the corresponding sanction according to provisions set forth on section 201 of Regulations according to fixed degrees by applicable law when they occur shall be applied, notwithstanding their obligations against third parties nor application of expiration grounds. These sanctions shall be published by the Supervisory Board for Investment in Energy in the official gazette El Peruano for account of the Concessionaire.
TENTH: USES AND EASEMENTS
10.1 The easements for occupying public and private property shall be made according to provisions of section 110 of Electrical Concessions Act.
10.2 The easements to whom the Concessionaire is entitled to by applicable law does not weaken the easement rights acquired by the Concessionaire before the concession effective date.
10.3 The easement granted shall be in force if they are necessary for rendering the electrical service.
10.4 The Concessionaire undertakes to regulate the use of property belonging as easement according to Electrical Concessions Act, its regulations and other applicable technical rules.
10.5 The Concessionaire shall perfect the easements according to rules stated in the Regulations and information related to these easements shall not confirm situations contravening law. Subject to easements whose UTM coordinates are stated below, the parties incorporate to this Agreement by Exhibits the easements that the Concessionaire shall acquire in the future.
PSA56 UTM coordinates of the vertexes of the easement area limits
Vertex |
North | East | ||||||
1 |
8638716,00 | 523841,00 | ||||||
2 |
8640434,00 | 524291,00 | ||||||
3 |
8645196,00 | 526215,00 | ||||||
4 |
8642789,00 | 527408,00 | ||||||
5 |
8643650,00 | 528491,00 | ||||||
6 |
8644405,00 | 530085,00 | ||||||
7 |
8644510,00 | 530425,00 | ||||||
8 |
8646026,00 | 531824,00 | ||||||
9 |
8647754,00 | 532946,00 | ||||||
10 |
8647976,00 | 533090,00 | ||||||
11 |
8648233,00 | 533108,00 | ||||||
12 |
8649343,00 | 532714,00 | ||||||
13 |
8650270,00 | 532134,00 | ||||||
14 |
8651017,00 | 533136,00 | ||||||
15 |
8649986,00 | 533699,00 |
16 |
8648169,00 | 533979,00 | ||||||
17 |
8641967,00 | 536601,00 | ||||||
18 |
8640889,00 | 538640,00 | ||||||
19 |
8641669,00 | 540011,00 | ||||||
20 |
8641207,00 | 540266,00 | ||||||
21 |
8640137,00 | 538686,00 | ||||||
22 |
8640771,00 | 537106,00 | ||||||
23 |
8635879,00 | 539174,00 | ||||||
24 |
8635697,00 | 538684,00 | ||||||
25 |
8636319,00 | 537364,00 | ||||||
26 |
9638187,00 | 536254,00 | ||||||
27 |
8637119,00 | 535004,00 | ||||||
28 |
8637403,00 | 533291,00 | ||||||
29 |
8638765,00 | 531605,00 | ||||||
30 |
8637416,00 | 530215,00 | ||||||
31 |
8639174,00 | 528864,00 | ||||||
32 |
8638024,00 | 526716,00 | ||||||
33 |
8638609,00 | 526109,00 | ||||||
34 |
8637870,00 | 524603,00 |
10.6 The Concessionaire shall have an internal record dully updated of the easements granted on his favor.
ELEVENTH: INSPECTION
The inspection to Concessionaire shall be permanently and directly performed by the Supervisory Board for Investment in Energy or through qualified and classified inspection firms by this entity pursuant to Law No 26734 and other inspection rules that may be applicable.
The Concessionaire may request to the Supervisory Board for Investment in Energy the inspection performance in case emergencies in the service occur pursuant to section 197 of its Regulations.
TWELFTH: PERFORMANCE BOND OF WORK PERFORMANCE
The Concessionaire submitted the letter of guarantee No D000-1407043 issued by Banco de Credito for S/. 1 800 000,00 (ONE MILLION EIGHT THOUSAND HUNDRED AND 00/100 NUEVOS SOLES) expiring on August 01st, 2011 in favor of the Ministry ensuring the formalities and commissioning of Cerro del Aguila Power Plant which shall be renewed prior to its expiration according to sections 55, 37 and 57 of its Regulations.
THIRTEENTH: TERMINATION OF CONCESSION
The Concession shall end by expiration or waiver statement. In both cases, the transfer of rights and property from the concession required to continue with its operation shall be performed complying with the Act and its regulations.
13.1 EXPIRATION
The Concession shall expire in the cases set forth on section 36 of the Act.
13.2 WAIVER
The Concessionaire may waive to its final concession reporting this fact to the Ministry at least one year in advance pursuant to provisions set forth on section 71 of the Regulations.
The Directorate shall process the corresponding acceptance Supreme Order where the accurate date is stated during the pre-notice year where the waiver is effective.
FOURTEENTH: ACTS OF GOOD OR FORCE MAJEURE
The performance of all conditions stated on this Agreement is mandatory unless acts of good or force majeure according to sections 1315 and 1317 of Civil Code, duly evidenced and qualified by the Supervisory Board for Investment in Energy or the entity named thereby occur.
FIFTEENTH: APPLICABLE JURISDICTION
This Agreement is exclusively subject to jurisdiction of Peruvian judges and courts. The Concessionaire expressly waives to any claim to submit the controversies arising from this Agreement to foreign court as well as to perform any kind of action in an amicable manner.
SIXTEENTH: INTEGRATING DOCUMENTS
The following documents are part of this Agreement:
Exhibit No 1 Supreme Decree of Granting the Concession
Exhibit No 2 Background
Exhibit No 3 Glossary of terms used in this Agreement
Exhibit No 4 Work Performance Schedule
SEVENTEETH: CLOSING EXPENSES
The notary and recording expenses required to grant the Public Deed of this Agreement shall be borne by the Concessionaire.
This Agreement shall be registered in the Concession Registry for Exploiting Utilities of Real Property Registry of corresponding Public Registry Office.
EIGHTEENTH: SUPPLEMENTARY AGREEMENTS
The parties may enter into supplementary agreements to improve the understanding of this Agreement without amending it. These agreements shall be in minutes or in correspondence duly executed by the representatives of the parties.
NINETEENTH: GENERAL PROVISIONS
The communication between the parties shall be effective if they are noticed on the domiciles stated on the introduction of this Agreement. Any alteration of domicile performed by any parte shall be informed to the other party.
Please, Mr. Notary, add the clauses according to law, perform the corresponding inserts specially the Exhibit No 4 of this Agreement containing the work performance schedule and the contents of Supreme Order No 064-2010-EM published on October 23th, 2010 and record in the corresponding Registry of Concessions for Exploiting Utilities of Real Property Registry.
This Agreement is executed in three (03) counterparts in Lima, November 05th, 2010.
This preliminary notarial instrument is signed by Ismael Valero Aragon Casto (for the Ministry of Energy and Mines) and Javier Garcia Burgos Benfield and Roberto Cornejo Spickernagel (for Kallpa Generacion S.A.)
This preliminary notarial instrument is authorized and signed by Jorge Alberto Olivera Estramadoyro, Attorney- Lima Bar Association Registry Number 6959.
First Amendment to Concession Agreement N° 358-2010
File N° 11222910
Mr. Notary:
Please include in your Registry of Public Deeds one of the First Amendment to Final Concession Agreement for Electricity Generation No 358-2010 entered into by and between the MINISTRY OF ENERGY AND MINES (hereinafter called the Ministry) domiciled at Avenida Las Artes Sur No 260, district of San Borja, province and department of Lima, represented by Ismael Valerio Aragon Castro, engineer, Electricity General Director appointed by Ministerial Order No 060-2009-MEM/DM published on January 31st, 2009, identified by National Identity Card No 06713567, authorized by Supreme Order No 059-2011 published on June 23rd, 2011; and, Cerro del Aguila S.A., (hereinafter called the Concessionaire), duly represented by Roberto Comejo Spickernagel, identified by National Identity Card N° 08796408, pursuant to powers of attorney registered under Record N° 12518858 of Legal Entity Registry of Lima and Callao Registry Office having legal domicile at Av. Victor Andres Belaunde N° 147, Torre Real 5 piso 11, district of San Isidro, province and department of Lima under the following terms and conditions:
FIRST:
By Supreme Order No 064-2010-EM published on October 23th, 2010, it was granted in favor of Kallpa Generacion S.A. the final concession to develop electricity generation activity in the Cerro del Aguila Power Plant being approved the Concession Agreement N° 358-2010, registered as Public Deed dated January 05th, 2011.
SECOND:
By document filed dated May 26th, 2011, entered under Record N° 2094932, Kallpa Generacion S.A. has requested to the Electricity General Directorate to pass the transfer of final concession to develop electricity generation activity in Cerro del Aguila Power Plant in favor of Cerro del Aguila S.A., company registered under Electronic Record N° 12518858 of Legal Entity Registry of Lima Registry Office.
As evidence attached to the request stated in the aforementioned paragraph, Kallpa Generacion S.A. has filed the Exemplified Copy of Public Deed dated May, 25th, 2011 stating that Kallpa Generacion S.A. and Cerro del Aguila S.A. has agreed by General Shareholders Meeting dated May, 23rd, 2011, to perform a Simple Reorganization, effective as of May 24th, 2011 23 de mayo de 2011, whereby Kallpa Generacion S.A. has set aside from his equity in favor of Cerro del Aguila S.A. the block of equity composed by its rights and obligations assumed by this, among others, regarding Concession Agreement N° 358-2010, by Supreme Order N° 064-2010-EM passing the final concession of electrical power generation in the future Cerro del Aguila Power Plant.
THIRD:
Based on the grounds of the aforementioned paragraphs and Kallpa Generation S.A. having complied with submitting documents related to amendment of Concession Agreement, the parties agree to amend the Agreement under the corresponding terms, having a positive opinion on Report N° 158-2011-DGE-DCE and the corresponding Supreme Order N° 059-2011-EM, published on June 23rd, 2011, which you Mr. Notary shall include in the Public Deed that this Preliminary Notarial Instrument may create.
First Amendment to Concession Agreement N° 358-2010
File N°11222910
FOURTH:
By this Preliminary Notarial Instrument, the parties agree to amend the subsection c) of number 2.1 of Exhibit N° 2 under the following terms and conditions:
EXHIBIT N° 2
BACKGROUND
(...)
2. | Documents appearing on file |
2.1
(...)
c) | The petitioner has submitted a copy of Director´s Resolution N° 0048-2011-ANA-DARH, dated March 17th, 2011 stating the final change of ownership for water study approval, making a part of the Water Use Study of Cerro del Aguila Power Plant Project described in Director´s Resolution N° 0219-2010-ANA-DARH in favor of Cerro del Aguila S.A. |
(...).
FIFTH:
The Parties state that other provisions of the Agreement which are not amended by this Preliminary Notarial Instrument shall remain effective, unchanged and mandatory.
SIXTH:
The notary and recording expenses required to grant the Public Deed and the record in Public Registry as well as an Exemplified Copy of the Public Deed duly registered for the Ministry shall be borne by the Concessionaire.
The Public Deed caused by this Preliminary Notarial Instrument shall be registered by the Concessionaire in the Concession Registry for Exploiting Utilities of Real Property Registry of the corresponding Public Registry Office and the Concessionaire shall deliver one (01) duly registered Exemplified Copy of the Public Deed to the Ministry.
Please, Mr. Notary, add the clauses according to law, perform the corresponding inserts specially the contents of Supreme Order N° 059-2011-EM and incorporate the corresponding Exhibit N°2 containing the final approval of water study making part of the Water Use Study of Cerro del Aguila Power Plant and record in the corresponding Registry of Concessions for Exploiting Utilities of Real Property Registry.
This Preliminary Notarial Instrument is executed in three (03) counterparts in Lima, June 24th, 2011.
(Signed)
Ismael Aragon Castro, Engineer
General Director
Electricity General Directorate
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SECOND AMENDMENT TO FINAL CONCESSION AGREEMENT
FOR ELECTRICITY GENERATION No 358-2010 ENTERED INTO
BY AND BETWEEN
THE MINISTRY OF ENERGY AND MINES AND
CERRO DEL AGUILA S.A.
In the city of Lima, district of Jesus Maria, this July 02th, 2013, I, Eduardo Laos de Lama, Notary-Attorney in and for Lima, identified by National Identity Card No 07700630 and Single Taxpayers Registry No 10077006309, enter this Public Deed appearing:
ON ONE SIDE
Roberto Carlos Tamayo Pereira, Peruvian, native from El Tambo, Huancayo, Junin, married, engineer, identified by National Identity Card No 09703123, domiciled at Avenida Las Artes Sur No 260, District of San Borja, Province and Department of Lima to whom I have identified by biometric comparison, I attest, acting as Electricity General Director of The Ministry of Energy and Mines with Single Taxpayers Registry No 20131368529, domiciled at Avenida Las Artes Sur No 260, District of San Borja, Province and Department of Lima, appointed by Ministerial Order No 364-2011-MEM/DM published on August 09th, 2011 authorized by Supreme Order No 023-2013-EM published on May 22nd, 2013.
AND ON THE OTHER SIDE
Rosa Maria Flores-Araoz Cedron, Peruvian, native from Miraflores, Lima, Lima, married, economist, identified by National Identity Card No 09343153, domiciled at Avenida Santo Toribio No 115, piso 7, District of San Isidro, Province and Department of Lima to whom I have identified by biometric comparison, I attest, acting on behalf of Cerro del Aguila S.A. with Single Taxpayers Registry No 20538810682, domiciled at Avenida Santo Toribio No 115, piso 7, District of San Isidro, Province and Department of Lima, duly empowered pursuant to power of attorney registered under Electronic Record No 12518858 of Lima Legal Entity Registry.
The appearing parties are able in the Spanish language. I attest that they have the required capacity, freedom and knowledge as evidenced in the examination that I have made of them. They deliver to me a Preliminary Notarial Instrument duly signed and authorized which I file in the appropriate docket under the corresponding number, reading as follows:
PRELIMINARY NOTARIAL INSTRUMENT:
Mr. Notary, please enter in your registry of Public Deeds one of the Second Amendment to Final Concession Agreement for Electricity Generation No 358-2010 entered into by and between the Ministry of Energy and Mines domiciled at Avenida Las Artes Sur No 260, District of San Borja Province and Department of Lima, represented by Roberto Carlos Tamayo Pereira, engineer, Electricity General Director appointed by Ministerial Order No 364-2011-MEM/DM published on August 09th, 2011 identified by National Identity Card No 09703123, authorized by Supreme Order No 023-2013-EM
published on May 22nd, 2013 (hereinafter called THE MINISTRY) and, Cerro del Aguila S.A. registered under Record No 12518858 in the Registry Zone No IX, Lima Headquarters, Lima Registry Office, domiciled at Avenida Santo Toribio No 115, piso 7, District of San Isidro, Province and Department of Lima represented by Rosa Maria Flores-Araoz Cedron, Legal Representative, identified by National Identity Card No 09343153, pursuant to power of attorney registered under Entry C00005 of Record No 12518858 of Registry Zone No IX, Lima Headquarters, Lima Registry Office (hereinafter called THE CONCESSIONAIRE) under the following terms and conditions:
FIRST:
By Supreme Order No 064-2010-EM published on October 23rd, 2010, it was granted to Kallpa Generacion S.A. the final concession to develop the electricity generation activity in the future Cerro del Aguila Power Plant which shall be located in the Department of Huancavelica using the water resources of Mantaro river with an installed capacity of 402 MW, being passed the Concession Agreement No 358-2010 (hereinafter the Agreement) registered as Public Deed dated January 05th, 2011.
By Supreme Order No 059-2011-EM published in Official Gazette El Peruano dated June 23rd, 2011, the transfer of final concession to develop the electricity general activity in Cerro del Aguila Power Plant, which was performed by Kallpa Generacion S.A in favor of Concessionaire which has obtained the rights and obligations related to this concession, and the First Amendment to Concession Agreement No 358-2010 were passed.
SECOND:
On February 26th, 2013 under Record No 2271344, Cerro del Aguila S.A. has requested the Second Amendment to the Agreement to include the increase in installed capacity of project from 402 MW to 525 MW without modifying the concession area and the terms of approved project schedule.
Based on the foregoing paragraph and having the concessionaire complied with submitting the corresponding documents, the parties agree to amend the requested terms having the positive opinion contained on report No 185-2012-DGE-DCE and the corresponding Supreme Order No 023-2013 published on May 22nd, 2013.
THIRD:
According to this Preliminary Notarial Instrument, the parties agree to amend the number 1.3 of first clause of the Agreement under the terms and conditions as follows:
FIRST: BACKGROUND
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1.3 General information of Power System
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Flow: 210,5 m3/s
Net flow: 268 m
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Gross flow: 285 m
Total installed power: 525 mw
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Abduction tunnel: 6071,00 m
Project budget: US$ 902 000 000,00 (Nine hundred two millions and 00/100 American Dollars)
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The Petitioner has attached the following drawings:
| Drawing No 3.1- Location- Scale 1/3000 000. |
| Drawing No AL- Influence Area Map- Scale 1/50 000. |
| Two drawings No 3.2- Map of Project Real Elements- Scale 1/50 000. |
| Drawing No DP-9.1 Map of Press and Damp Elements- Scale 1/20 000. |
| Drawing No DP-12.1- Cerro del Aguila Power Plant- Scale 1/500. |
| Drawing No AL- Linear Profile- Scale 1/125 |
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FOURTH:
The remaining provisions of the Agreement, which are not amended by this Preliminary Notarial Instrument, shall remain effective, unchanged and mandatory.
FIFTH:
The expenses required to grant the Public Deed and the record of this Preliminary Notarial Instrument shall be borne by the Concessionaire.
The Public Deed caused by this Preliminary Notarial Instrument shall be registered by the Concessionaire in the Concession Registry for Exploiting Utilities of Real Property Registry of the corresponding Public Registry Office and the Concessionaire shall deliver one (01) duly registered Exemplified Copy of the Public Deed to the Ministry.
Please, Mr. Notary, add the clauses according to law, perform the corresponding inserts specially the contents of Supreme Order No 023-2013-EM and record in the corresponding Registry of Concessions for Exploiting Utilities of Real Property Registry.
This Preliminary Notarial Instrument is executed in three (03) counterparts in Lima, June 04th, 2013.
This Preliminary Notarial Instrument is signed by Roberto Carlos Tamayo Pereyra (for the Ministery of Energy and Mines) and Rosa Maria Flores-Araoz Cedron (for Cerro del Aguila S.A.)
This Preliminary Notarial Instrument is authorized and signed by Daniel Urbina Perez, Attorney- Lima Bar Association Registry Number 22363.
INSERT- PUBLICATION NOTICE. Eduardo Laos de Lama, Notary-Attorney in and for Lima, hereby certifies that I have seen the Official Gazette el Peruano, dated May 22nd, 2013 and I verify that on page 495216 on Section Legal Rules there is a publication of an approval and amendment notice to Mining Concession Agreement 358-2010 entered into by and between the Ministry of Energy and Mines and Cerro del Aguila S.A whose contents is as follows:
It is passed the Amendment to the Mining Concession Agreement No 358-2010 entered into by and between the Ministry of Energy and Mines and Cerro del Aguila S.A.
Supreme Order
No 023-2013-EM
Lima, May 21st, 2013
Having reviewed the docket No 1122910 filed by Cerro del Aguila S.A on Final Concession to develop electricity generation activity in Cerro del Aguila Power Plant and the petition of Second Amendment to the Concession Agreement No 358-2010.
Whereas:
By Supreme Order No 064-2010-EM published on October 23rd, 2010, it was granted to Kallpa Generacion S.A. the Final Concession to develop electricity generation activity in the future Cerro del Aguila Power Plant which is located at Department of Huancavelica using the water resources of Mantaro river with an installed capacity of 402 MW being passed the Concession Agreement No 358-2010 registered as Public Deed dated January 05th, 2011.
By Supreme Order No 059-2011-EM published in Official Gazette El Peruano dated June 23rd, 2011, the transfer of final concession to develop the electricity general activity in Cerro del Aguila Power Plant which was performed by Kallpa Generacion S.A in favor of Concessionaire which has obtained the rights and obligations related to this concession and the First Amendment to Concession Agreement No 358-2010 were passed.
On February 26th, 2013 under Record No 2271344, Cerro del Aguila S.A. has requested the Second Amendment to the Agreement to include the increase in installed capacity of project from 402 MW to 525 MW without modifying the concession area and the terms of approved project schedule.
Cerro del Aguila S.A. has complied with requirements stated in the Electrical Concessions Act and its Regulation passed by Supreme Decree No 009-93-EM and the petition has the positive opinion which is referred to Report No 105-2013-DGE-DCE being applicable to pass the Second Amendment to Concession Agreement No 358-2010, which shall recorded as Public Deed, incorporated in the contents of this order and be registered in the corresponding Registry of Concessions for Exploiting Utilities of Real Property Registry pursuant to provisions of sections 7 and 56 of Regulations of Electrical Concessions Act.
Complying with second paragraph of section 53 and 54 of Regulations of Electrical Concessions Act
Having the positive opinion of Electricity General Director and the approval of Vice Minister of Energy and Mines.
It is ordered:
Section 1: To pass the Second Amendment to Concession Agreement No 358-2010 entered into by and between the Ministry of Energy and Mines and Cerro del Aguila S.A. in the terms referred to be amended the number 1.3 of the first clause of the Concession Agreement no 358-2010, by the reasons and findings stated in the whereas part of this order.
Section 2: To authorize the Electricity General Director to execute on behalf of the government the Second Amendment to the Concession Agreement No 358-2010 passed in the foregoing section and the corresponding Public Deed.
Section 3: The contents of this Supreme Order shall be included in the Public Deed of the Second Amendment to the Concession Agreement No 358-2010.
Section 4: This Supreme Order in compliance with provisions set forth on section 54 of the Regulations of Electrical Concessions Act shall be published to be in force in the official gazette El Peruano for one time and shall be notified to Concessionaire within five (05) working days following this publication pursuant to section 53 of the aforementioned Registry.
Section 5: This Supreme Order shall be endorsed by the Minister of Energy and Mines.
To be registered, reported and published
Ollanta Humala Tasso
Constitutional President of Peru
Jorge Merino Tafur
Minister of Energy and Mines
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THIRD AMENDMENT TO FINAL CONCESSION AGREEMENT
FOR ELECTRICITY GENERATION No 358-2010 ENTERED INTO
BY AND BETWEEN
THE MINISTRY OF ENERGY AND MINES AND
CERRO DEL AGUILA S.A.
In the city of Lima, district of Jesus Maria, this May 24th, 2014, I, Jorge Fernando Zuleta Guimet, Notary-Attorney in and for Lima, identified by National Identity Card No 07801746 and Single Taxpayers Registry No 10078017461 being in charge of office of Eduardo Laos de Lama according to license granted by Notary´s Association of Lima, enter this Public Deed appearing:
BY ONE SIDE
Luis Antonio Nicho Diaz, Peruvian, native from Huacho, Huaura, Lima, married, engineer, identified by National Identity Card No 10320098, domiciled at Avenida Las Artes Sur No 260, District of San Borja, Province and Department of Lima to whom I have identified by biometric comparison, I attest, acting on behalf of The Ministry of Energy and Mines, domiciled at Avenida Las Artes Sur No 260, District of San Borja, Province and Department of Lima, duly empowered as Electricity General Director, appointed by Ministerial Order No 392-2013-MEM/DM published on September 25th, 2013 authorized by Supreme Order No 027-2014-EM published on May 07th, 2014.
AND ON THE OTHER SIDE
Daniel Rene Urbina Perez, Peruvian, native from San Isidro, Lima, Lima, married, lawyer, identified by National Identity Card No 09382119, domiciled at Avenida Santo Toribio No 115, piso 7, District of San Isidro, Province and Department of Lima to whom I have identified by biometric comparison, I attest, acting on behalf of Cerro del Aguila S.A. registered under Record No 12518858 in the Registry Zone No IX, Lima Headquarters, Lima Registry Office, having legal domicile at Avenida Santo Toribio No 115, piso 7, District of San Isidro, Province and Department of Lima, empowered pursuant to powers of attorney registered under Entry C00005 of Electronic Record No 12518858 of Legal Entity Registry in the Registry Zone No IX, Lima Headquarters, Lima Registry Office.
Rosa Maria Flores-Araoz Cedron, Peruvian, native from Miraflores, Lima, Lima, married, economist, identified by National Identity Card No 09343153, domiciled at Avenida Santo Toribio No 115, piso 7, District of San Isidro, Province and Department of Lima to whom I have identified by biometric comparison, I attest, acting on behalf of Cerro del Aguila S.A. registered under Record No 12518858 in the Registry Zone No IX, Lima Headquarters, Lima Registry Office, having legal domicile at Avenida Santo Toribio No 115, piso 7 , District of San Isidro, Province and Department of Lima, empowered pursuant to powers of attorney registered under Entry C00005 of Electronic Record No 12518858 of Legal Entity Registry in the Registry Zone No IX, Lima Headquarters, Lima Registry Office.
The appearing parties are able in the Spanish language. I attest that they have the required capacity, freedom and knowledge as evidenced in the examination that I have made of them. They deliver to me a Preliminary Notarial Instrument duly signed and authorized which I file in the appropriate docket under the corresponding number, reading as follows:
PRELIMINARY NOTARIAL INSTRUMENT:
Mr. Notary, please enter in your Registry of Public Deeds one of the Third Amendment to Final Concession Agreement for Electricity Generation No 358-2010 entered into by and between the Ministry of Energy and Mines domiciled at Avenida Las Artes Sur No 260, District of San Borja Province and Department of Lima, duly represented by Luis Antonio Nicho Diaz, engineer, identified by National Identity Card no 10320098, Electricity General Director appointed by Ministerial Order No 392-2013-MEM/DM published on September 25th, 2013 authorized by Supreme Order No 027-2014-EM published on May 07th, 2014 (hereinafter called THE MINISTRY) and, Cerro del Aguila S.A. registered under Record No 12518858 in the Registry Zone No IX, Lima Headquarters, Lima Registry Office, having legal domicile at Avenida Santo Toribio No 115, piso 7, District of San Isidro, Province and Department of Lima duly represented by Daniel Urbina Perez, identified by National Identity Card No 09382119 and Rosa Maria Flores-Araoz Cedrón, identified by National Identity Card No 09343153, pursuant to powers of attorney registered under Entry C00005 of Electronic Record No 12518858 of Legal Entity Registry in the Registry Zone No IX, Lima Headquarters, Lima Registry Office (hereinafter called THE CONCESSIONAIRE) under the following terms and conditions:
FIRST:
By Supreme Order No 064-2010-EM published on October 23rd, 2010, it was granted to Kallpa Generacion S.A. the final concession to develop the electricity generation activity in the future Cerro del Aguila Power Plant which shall be located in the Department of Huancavelica using the water resources of Mantaro river with an installed capacity of 402 MW, being passed the Concession Agreement No 358-2010 (hereinafter the Agreement) registered as Public Deed dated January 05th, 2011.
By Supreme Order No 059-2011-EM published in Official Gazette El Peruano dated June 23rd, 2011, the transfer of final concession to develop the electricity general activity in Cerro del Aguila Power Plant, which was performed by Kallpa Generacion S.A in favor of Concessionaire which has obtained the rights and obligations related to this concession, and the First Amendment to Concession Agreement No 358-2010 were passed.
By Supreme Order No 023-2013-EM published in Official Gazette El Peruano dated May 22nd, 2013, the Second Amendment to the Agreement to include the increase in installed capacity from 402 MW to 525 MW without modifying the concession area and the terms of approved project schedule was passed.
SECOND:
On August 20th, 2013 under Record No 2321406, Cerro del Aguila S.A. has requested the Third Amendment to the Agreement based on force majeure causes mainly to updating environmental impact study by the increase in installed capacity stating June 30th, 2016 as new date of commercial operation.
Based on OSINERGMIM Report No GFE-USPP-98-2013, by Ministerial Order No 063-2014-MEM/DM dated February 13th, 2014, the Ministry of Energy and Mines has deemed as act of God or force majeure the grounds stated by Cerro del Aguila S.A to amend their work performance schedule of Cerro del Aguila Power Plant.
Based on the foregoing paragraph and having the Concessionaire complied with submitting the corresponding documents, the parties agree to amend the requested terms having the positive opinion contained on report No 057-2014-DGE-DCE and the corresponding Supreme Order No 027-2014 published on May 07th, 2014.
THIRD:
According to this Preliminary Notarial Instrument, the parties agree to amend the number 1.3 of first clause and the seventh clause of the Agreement under the terms and conditions as follows:
FIRST: BACKGROUND
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1.3 General information of Power System
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Building Period: 1578 days
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SEVENTH: WORK PERFORMANCE TERM
The performance works of Cerro del Aguila Power Plant shall have a term of one thousand five hundred and seventy eight (1578) days until the tests and commissioning. Furthermore, this term shall begin on June 15th, 2010 and shall finish June 30th, 2016 according to work performance schedule attached as Exhibit No 4 to this Agreement.
FOURTH:
The remaining provisions of the Agreement, which are not amended by this Preliminary Notarial Instrument, shall remain effective, unchanged and mandatory.
FIFTH:
The expenses required to grant the Public Deed and the record of this Preliminary Notarial Instrument shall be borne by the Concessionaire.
The Public Deed caused by this Preliminary Notarial Instrument shall be registered by the Concessionaire in the Concession Registry for Exploiting Utilities of Real Property Registry of the corresponding Public Registry Office and the Concessionaire shall deliver one (01) duly registered Exemplified Copy of the Public Deed to the Ministry.
Please, Mr. Notary, add the clauses according to law, perform the corresponding inserts specially the contents of Supreme Order No 027-2014-EM and record in the corresponding Registry of Concessions for Exploiting Utilities of Real Property Registry.
This Preliminary Notarial Instrument is executed in three (03) counterparts in Lima, May 08th, 2014.
This Preliminary Notarial Instrument is signed by Luis Antonio Nicho Diaz, engineer, Electricity General Director (for the Ministry of Energy and Mines) and Daniel Rene Urbina Perez and Rosa Maria Flores-Araoz Cedron (for Cerro del Aguila S.A.)
This Preliminary Notarial Instrument is authorized and signed by Romina Stucchi Lopez Raygada, Attorney- Lima Bar Association Registry Number 48793.
Exhibit 8.1
Entity Name |
Jurisdiction of Incorporation |
Name(s) Under Which the Company Does | ||
IC Power Ltd. | Israel | IC Power Ltd. | ||
Compania Boliviana de Energia Electrica S.A. - Bolivian Power Company Limited | Canada | Compania Boliviana de Energia Electrica S.A. Bolivian Power Company Limited | ||
Servicios Energéticos S.A - SESA | Bolivia | Servicios Energéticos S.A. -ESA | ||
Kallpa Generación S.A. | Peru | Kallpa Generación S.A. | ||
Cerro del Aguila S.A. | Peru | Cerro del Aguila S.A. | ||
Nejapa Power Company LLC | USA | Nejapa Power Company LLC | ||
Samay III S.A | Peru | Samay III | ||
Surpetroil SAC | Peru | Surpetroil SAC | ||
Samay I S.A. | Peru | Puerto Bravo | ||
PanaGen, Limited | Bermuda | PanaGen, Limited | ||
Verde Securities Limited | Bermuda | Verde Securities Limited | ||
Companía de Electricidad Puerto Plata S.A. | Dominican Republic | Companía de Electricidad Puerto Plata S.A. | ||
Compañía de Energía de Centroamérica, S.A. de C. V. | El Salvador | Compañía de Energía de Centroamérica, S.A. de C. V. | ||
IC Power DR Operations | Dominican Republic | IC Power DR Operations | ||
Central Cardones S.A. | Chile | Central Cardones S.A. | ||
Lihuen S.A. | Chile | Lihuen S.A. | ||
Cerro El Plomo S.A. | Chile | Cerro El Plomo S.A. | ||
Colmito SpA | Chile | Colmito SpA | ||
Termoeléctrica Colmito Ltda. | Chile | Termoeléctrica Colmito Ltda. | ||
Hura Power S.R.L. | Dominican Republic | Hura Power | ||
Taino Power S.R.L. | Dominican Republic | Taino Power | ||
OPC Rotem Ltd. | Israel | OPC Rotem Ltd. | ||
Jamaica Private Power Company Ltd. | Jamaica | Jamaica Private Power Company | ||
Consorcio Eólico Amayo (Fase II) S.A. | Panama | Consorcio Eolico Amayo (Fase II) S.A. | ||
Empresa Energética Corinto Ltd. | Cayman Islands | Empresa Energética Corinto Ltd. | ||
Tipitapa Power Company Ltd. | Cayman Islands | Tipitapa Power Company Ltd. | ||
Surpetroil S.A.S. | Colombia | Surpetroil S.A.S. | ||
IC Power Trading S.A.S | Colombia | IC Power Trading SAS | ||
Surenergy S.A.S ESP | Colombia | Surenergy S.A.S ESP |
Entity Name |
Jurisdiction of Incorporation |
Name(s) Under Which it Does Business | ||
Southern Cone Power Peru S.A. | Peru | Southern Cone Power Peru S.A. | ||
Inkia Energy Ltd. | Bermuda | Inkia Energy Ltd. | ||
Inkia Americas Ltd. | Bermuda | Inkia Americas Ltd. | ||
Inkia Americas Holding Ltd. | Bermuda | Inkia Americas Holding Ltd. | ||
IC Power Holdings (Kallpa) Limited | Bermuda | IC Power Holdings (Kallpa) Limited | ||
Inkia Holdings (Cobee) Ltd. | Bermuda | Inkia Holdings (Cobee) Ltd. | ||
IC Power Holdings (CEPP) Limited | Bermuda | IC Power Holdings (CEPP) Limited | ||
IC Power Holdings (Panama Generation) Limited | Cayman Islands | IC Power Holdings (Panama Generation) Limited | ||
Inkia Holdings (JPPC) Limited | Barbados | Inkia Holding (JPPC) Limited | ||
IC Power Panama Management S.de R.L. | Panama | IC Power Panama Management S.de R.L. | ||
Inkia Energy Guatemala Ltd | Guatemala | Inkia Energy Guatemala Ltd | ||
Inkia Salvadorian Power Ltd. | Cayman Islands | Inkia Salvadorian Power Ltd. | ||
IC Power Holdings (Nejapa) Limited | Cayman Islands | IC Power Holdings (Nejapa) Limited | ||
Nejapa Holdings Company Ltd. | Cayman Islands | Nejapa Holdings Company Ltd. | ||
Inkia Holdings (Acter) Ltd. | Cayman Islands | Inkia Holdings (Acter) Ltd. | ||
Southern Cone Power Ltd. | Cayman Islands | Southern Cone Power Ltd. | ||
Latin America Holding I, Ltd. | Cayman Islands | Latin America Holding I, Ltd. | ||
Latin America Holding II, Ltd. | Cayman Islands | Latin America Holding II, Ltd. | ||
West Indies Development Corporation Ltd. | Jamaica | West Indies Development Corporation Ltd. | ||
IC Power Chile Inversiones Ltd. | Chile | IC Power Chile Inversiones Ltd. | ||
IC Power Chile SPA | Chile | IC Power Chile SPA | ||
IC Power Holdings (Chile) Limited | Bermuda | IC Power Holding (Chile) Limited | ||
Kanan S.A. de C.V. | El Salvador | Kanan S.A. de C.V. | ||
Kanan Overseas I Inc. | Panamá | Kanan Overseas I Inc. | ||
Kanan Overseas II Inc. | Panamá | Kanan Overseas II Inc. | ||
Cenérgica Panamá Holdings II, S.A. | Panamá | Cenérgica Panamá Holdings II, S.A. | ||
Cenérgica Panamá Holdings I, S.A. | Panamá | Cenérgica Panamá Holdings I, S.A. |
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Entity Name |
Jurisdiction of Incorporation |
Name(s) Under Which it Does Business | ||
IC Power Holdings (Colombia) Trading Limited | Bermuda | IC Power Holdings (Colombia) Trading Limited | ||
IC Power Israel Ltd. | Israel | IC Power Israel Ltd. | ||
AEI Nicaragua Holdings Ltd. | Cayman Islands | AEI Nicaragua Holdings Ltd. | ||
AEI Nicaragua S.A | Nicaragua | AEI Nicaragua S.A | ||
AEI Jamaica Holdings Ltd. | Cayman Islands | AEI Jamaica Holdings Ltd. | ||
AEI Jamaica I Ltd. | Saint Lucia | AEI Jamaica I Ltd. | ||
AEI Jamaica II Ltd. | Saint Lucia | AEI Jamaica II Ltd. | ||
AEI Jamaica Inc. | United States | AEI Jamaica Inc. | ||
Private Power Operator Ltd | Jamaica | Private Power Operator Ltd. | ||
AEI Jamaica III Ltd | Saint Lucia | AEI Jamaica III Ltd | ||
Inversiones Waxare S.A | Guatemala | Inversiones Waxere S.A | ||
IC Power Nicaragua S.A | Nicaragua | IC Power Nicaragua S.A | ||
Amayo O&M Services S.A | Nicaragua | Amayo O&M Services S.A | ||
Nicaragua Energy Holdings Ltd. | Cayman Islands | Nicaragua Energy Holdings Ltd. | ||
Centrans Energy Holdings (Amayo) S.A | Panama | Centrans Energy Holdings (Amayo) S.A | ||
Consorcio Eólico Amayo S.A | Panama | Consorcio Eólico Amayo S.A | ||
Arctas Amayo (Fase II) S.A | Panama | Arctas Amayo (Fase II) S.A | ||
Quantum (2007) LLC | USA | Quantum (2007) LLC | ||
IC Green Energy Ltd. | Israel | IC Green Energy Ltd. | ||
Primus Green Energy, Inc. | USA | Primus Green Energy, Inc. | ||
Petrotec AG | Germany | Petrotec AG | ||
Petrotec Biodiesel GmbH | Germany | Petrotec Biodiesel GmbH | ||
Vital Fettrecycling GmbH | Germany | Vital Fettrecycling GmbH | ||
HelioFocus Ltd. | Israel | HelioFocus Ltd. | ||
Heliofocus Technologies INC. | USA | Heliofocus Technologies INC. | ||
Heliofocus Hong-Kong Ltd. (HK) | China | Heliofocus Hong-Kong Ltd. (HK) | ||
Heliofocus Solar Power (Alxa) Co., Ltd (China) | China | Heliofocus Solar Power (Alxa) Co., Ltd (China) | ||
I.C.G. Fuel U.S.A. Inc. | USA | I.C.G. Fuel U.S.A. Inc. | ||
ICG Solar 3 Ltd. | Israel | ICG Solar 3 Ltd. | ||
ICG Solar 4 Ltd. | Israel | ICG Solar 4 Ltd. | ||
ICG Solar 5 Ltd. | Israel | ICG Solar 5 Ltd. |
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