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26/09/2022 07:00
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RNS Number : 5371A Iofina PLC 26 September 2022
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26 September 2022
Iofina plc
("Iofina", the "Company" or the "Group")
(LSE AIM: IOF)
INTERIM 2022 RESULTS
Higher profitability and
Customer markets recovering
Iofina plc, specialists in the exploration and production of iodine and
manufacturers of specialty chemical products, is pleased to announce its
Interim Results for the six months ended 30 June 2022 (the "Period").
Revenue and profitability
· EBITDA increased by 6% to $3.7m (H1 2021: $3.5m)
· Gross profit increased by 5% to $5.7m (H1 2021: $5.4m)
· Revenue decreased by 4% to $19.2m vs. exceptional comparable period
(H1 2021: $19.9m) when excess inventory built up during Covid was sold
· Cost of Sales decreased by 7.2% to $13.5m (H1 2021: $14.6m)
· Operating profit increased by 8% to $2.8 (H1 2021 $2.6m)
· Profit before tax of $2.6m decreased by 34% (H1 2021 $3.5m)*
Net debt
· Net debt was in line with December 2021 balances
· Cash of $4.7m (H1 2021: $1.7m) with net debt of $2.8m (H1 2021:
$7.2m)
· Interest charges remained stable at $0.2m from (H1 2021 $0.2m)
· Well placed to finance our ongoing operational investment program
Iodine production and sales
· Produced 234MT of crystalline iodine during H1, in line with revised
225 - 240MT range
· H2 production on track to meet 255 - 275MT target
· Raw Iodine sales returned to more normalized levels (down 71%)
compared to H1 2021 when large, excess inventory built up during Covid was
sold off
*H1 2021 profit before tax included the one-off forgiven US government
Paycheck Protection Program loan of $1.1m
The new IOsorb® plant, IO#9, is in the final stages of contract negotiations
and we will commence construction of the plant once finalised. The
iodine-rich brine partner and the site location are awaiting final approvals.
Commenting on today's results, Dr. Tom Becker, President and CEO stated: "The
Group has delivered a strong first half performance, particularly when
compared to the exceptional H1 2021 period, which was heavily weighted to the
sale of the excess raw iodine inventory that built up during Covid. With
iodine prices increasing by 40% during the period, the Group has achieved
higher profitability, which has also been supplemented by improved cost
controls.
"The combination of our growing cash position and available facilities means
that the Group is now in a position to look at further strategic growth
opportunities that complement our specialty chemicals offering, particularly
where we can cross-sell to our existing customer base.
"Looking to the second half, on current output, we are confident of producing
255-275MT of crystalline iodine, with brine supplies now stabilised following
the saltwater disposal maintenance work undertaken by one of our oil and gas
partners. Market demand for raw iodine and our speciality products remains
strong despite wider macroeconomic concerns. As such, the board anticipates
meeting full year expectations.
"With the agreement of IO#9 close to finalisation, we will commence
construction work shortly and expect to have the new plant operating during Q2
2023 and making a significant contribution to the latter half of next year.
The negotiation of sites for the construction of IO#10 is also ongoing and we
will update the market in due course on this project."
Enquiries:
Dr. Tom Becker
CEO & President
Iofina plc
Tel: +44 (0)20 3006 3135
Christopher Raggett/Tim Harper (Corporate Finance)
Tim Redfern/Barney Hayward (ECM)
finnCap Ltd
Tel: +44 (0)20 7220 0500
Kingsley Wilson
Chrystal Capital Partners LLP
Tel: +44 (0)20 7850 4761
Media Contact:
Charles Goodwin/Laurie Gellhorn
Yellow Jersey PR Limited
Tel: +44 (0)7747 788 221
INTERIM RESULTS
Business Overview
Iofina plc ("Iofina" the "Company" or the "Group") is the holding company of a
group of companies (the "Group") in the specialty chemical industry with
unique, proven technologies and competencies for producing iodine and
halogen-based chemical derivatives. The Group's business model involves
producing a key raw material, iodine, at a low cost and in the most
environmentally friendly way possible, providing the Company's customers
vertical integration into high-quality iodine and other halogen based chemical
products.
The Company is committed to producing its products with minimal environmental
impact. The Group's iodine is produced from brine water waste streams
co-produced with oil & gas production in the United States. By utilizing a
produced waste stream to isolate iodine, Iofina is extracting a valuable
resource from a stream that would otherwise provide no use or value. Also,
by isolating iodine from these streams, Iofina avoids the additional drilling
and mining environmental impacts of many other iodine producers.
Iofina operates two active business units in the United States. Iofina
Chemical ("IC") develops and produces halogen-based specialty chemicals and
sells these products, along with the Group's crystalline iodine, globally in a
variety of applications. Iofina Resources ("IR") currently operates five
IOsorb® iodine production plants and is planning for additional plant
expansions. IR continues to explore for new iodine sources and further
develop its proprietary models relating to iodine and other mineral sources in
North America. Expertise in core halogen technologies, the vertical
integration of iodine into specialty products, the diversity of iodine
production plants and specialty halogen-based products, and operating our
businesses within the pillars of responsible ESG practices are key business
tenets for Iofina. The Directors are focused on the continued prudent growth
of the Group, and the development and implementation of business strategies
for the ongoing improvement of Iofina.
Financial Review
Summary
In comparison to H1 2021, the Group's sales were 4% lower at $19.2m and EBITDA
was 5% higher at $3.7m. Factors driving improved profitability were
significantly higher prices achieved for iodine products and a 37% increase in
sales of non-iodine specialty chemicals products, mitigated by increases in
chemical input costs for iodine production and derivatives manufacturing and a
71% reduction in raw iodine sold, reflecting exceptional pandemic related H1
2021 sales of excess inventory. Also, iodine production was 6% down on H1
2021. There was an exceptional credit of $1.1m to profit in 2021 for US
government pandemic subsidies, and there was a $675k first time deferred tax
charge against 2022 profit for the benefit of prior years' US tax losses.
These two items combined reduced 2022 profit after tax in relation to 2021 by
$1.8m. Cash and net debt were in line with December 2021 balances.
Sales
Sales were 4% ($0.7m) lower than for H1 2021 at $19.2m compared to $19.9m.
Sales of iodine products decreased by 15% from $15.8m to $13.5m, while
non-iodine sales increased by 37% from $4.2m to $5.7m. Sales of raw iodine
were down by 32% from $7.5m to $4.1m, but the average price per kilo achieved
was 89% higher at $63.27 compared to $33.45 for H1 2021. Sales of derivative
products increased by 36% from $6.2m to $8.5m, with an average price per kilo
of $39.81, up 39% from the 2021 figure of $28.56. Volumes of product sold were
71% down for raw iodine whereas derivatives showed no change. The reduction of
raw iodine volumes was largely attributable to H1 2021 sales of excess iodine
inventory accumulated during a pandemic driven fall in demand in H2 2020.
Non-iodine selling prices were in line with 2021, and therefore the 37%
increase in values generally reflects changes in volumes.
Gross profit
Gross profit increased by 5% ($0.3m) from $5.4m to $5.7m despite the volume
reduction in raw iodine sales. For iodine products, this increase in gross
profit reflected the substantial selling price increases achieved, though
there were also not insignificant price increases in the costs of chemicals
used in manufacture, both as regards production at the Oklahoma plants and in
the processes used at the Kentucky chemical plant. Also, overheads at the
latter increased by some 15% across the board.
Production and administrative costs
Iodine production was 234 metric tonnes, compared to 249 metric tonnes for H1
2021, a 6% reduction. Average direct production costs per kilogram were 22%
higher than for H1 2021, the main factor being a 26% increase in the cost of
chemicals. SGA administrative expense was 6% higher than H1 2021 at $2.0m (H1
2021 $1.9m).
Tax
A deferred tax charge of $675k has been included in the profit and loss
account based on estimated H1 2022 taxable US Federal income that is expected
to be offset by accumulated tax losses now recognised in the balance sheet as
an asset. Consequently, the asset is reduced from $4.1m to $3.4m, and
estimated tax losses remaining available for use against future periods'
income are reduced from $19.4m to $15.8m.
Cash flow and financing
Cash flow was impacted by the increase in Inventories by $2.1m from a low
$6.3m at the beginning of the year to a more normalised level of $8.4m, in
line with June 2021 inventories and a higher volume of trading. Capex was
$0.7m mainly relating to projects at the chemical plant. After the standard
term loan repayments of $0.7m there was a net cash outflow of $0.5m. Cash was
$4.7m and net debt was $2.8m. The Debt/EBITDA ratio was 1.05 compared to 1.18
for H1 2021. Additional bank finance of $4.4m finalised in July to support
growth projects at both Iofina Resources and Iofina Chemical is described in
the Post Balance Sheet Events Note 8.
Iofina Chemical
Iofina Chemical ("IC") is the specialty chemical subsidiary of the Group and
has been in business for 39 years producing a diverse array of high-quality
halogen-based chemicals for various growing industries including pharma,
biocides, human and animal health, and many others. IC is a globally
recognised leader for halogen chemicals. The Group continues to invest in IC
to increase its development capabilities to supply customers with existing and
new products. In addition to the halogen-based chemicals produced on site at
IC's facility in Covington, Kentucky, IC is the Group's main sales and
commercial arm, selling iodine directly to the market and processing all
external sales for the Group. While the iodine production component of the
business is generally well known to investors, the Directors believe the
importance of Iofina Chemical, its diversity of products including non-iodine
offerings, and the value-add for iodine derivative products is not as well
recognised as a significant contributor to the Group.
In H1 2022 ("the Period"), IC achieved strong sales of its products as demand
for iodine, iodine derivatives and non-iodine halogen compounds were robust.
Sales volumes in the Period were limited by the volume of iodine available for
direct sale or conversion to iodine compounds in comparison with H1 2021, when
the Group had a significant inventory carryover from H2 2020. This was
subsequently sold in H1 2021 as the Group saw a strong rebound in demand as
the Covid impact receded. In particular, Hydriodic acid ("HI"),
3-Iodo-2-propynyl butylcarbamate ("IBPC"), and methyl fluoride had increased
sales volumes and revenues in H1 2022 versus H1 2021. HI applications include
animal health and acetic acid manufacturing. IPBC is used as a biocide in
paints, coatings, machine fluids and other liquids. Methyl fluoride is an
etchant gas used in the semiconductor industry and has other niche
applications.
IC is investing in a number of areas including R&D facilities, existing
product lines and new processes. The Group obtained additional bank
financing in July to support these projects. These projects will increase
the functional R&D space at IC, improve our methyl fluoride process
capacity and process controls, and install new equipment to process iodide
recycle streams. Additional new products for IC are in various R&D
phases. It is anticipated that IC will scale additional product lines
through the rest of 2022 to supply growing iodine applications.
The diversity of the Group's halogenated products (iodo-, chloro-, fluoro-) is
key to both the growth and the stability of the organization. Additionally,
the vertical integration of iodine into iodine derivatives provides the Group
and its customers with stability of supply for the iodine-based compounds
produced.
Iofina Resources
Iofina Resources ("IR") identifies, develops, builds, owns and operates iodine
extraction plants, based on Iofina's WET® IOsorb® technology. Iodide is
isolated from a brine waste stream produced from existing oil and gas
operations. Without Iofina this resource would not be realised. The
isolation of iodine from this waste stream adds value to Iofina, its
shareholders, and our oil and gas partners and minimises environmental impact.
Currently, Iofina operates five iodine plants in western Oklahoma.
During the Period, IR produced 234.0 metric tonnes of crystalline from its
five plants in operation in Oklahoma. IR's oil and gas partners have
increased investment in the areas where we operate, which has stabilised the
supply of the brine water used to isolate iodine at our existing plants. IR
is on target to produce 255-275 metric tonnes of iodine in H2 2022.
Actions in the Period at our existing plants focused on working with our
partners for consistent brine supply, an increase in brine storage at IO#7,
improvements to our preventive maintenance program, and continuing improvement
of our HSE (Health, Safety, and Environmental) systems which includes the
hiring of a new HSE manager at IR.
The business development of future IOsorb® plant sites has recently resulted
in terms for IO#9 reaching the final stages, where construction will begin
once documents are finalised. It is anticipated that the new plant will be
in operation in approximately six months and utilize some components from the
decommissioned IO#5 plant to reduce costs. It is anticipated that IO#9 will
contribute a minimum of 100-150MT of crystalline iodine annually, but the
specific amounts of production will become clearer once production
commences. An additional term loan for this new plant was obtained, as
previously announced and described in July. Furthermore, IR has continued
its efforts to further develop our proprietary geological model for iodine
sources in the USA. Significant progress has already been made to date as IR
has identified future IOsorb® plant sites and contract negotiations are
progressing well. Further information for timelines for IO#10 will be
communicated as appropriate and the Directors are committed to continuing our
expansion initiative.
Iodine Market Outlook
Many sectors, including human health applications, biocides and industrial
applications have been contributing to the growing demand for iodine, which
has bounced back since the removal of Covid restrictions. At the same time,
supply has become increasingly tight, with no significant new iodine
production added to the global supply network, whilst worldwide inventories
are at historic lows.
As a result of these market fundamentals, the Iodine spot price has moved
significantly higher from approximately $50/kg at the start of 2022 up to
$70/kg by the end of H1 2022. In Q3 2022, spot iodine prices have generally
remained steady. Contract iodine pricing is generally lower than spot prices
and is currently ranging from $65-$68/kg. As a result, there is a wider
range of iodine cost inputs across iodine derivatives.
Reflecting on current trends, Iofina believes that spot iodine prices have
likely plateaued and should remain steady throughout the rest of 2022.
Existing market dynamics are projected to continue through 2023, so the market
is likely to continue experiencing these current iodine prices over the course
of the next 18 months. Changes in demand, geopolitical events and other
factors would likely impact this forecast.
Business Outlook
As the Group continues to perform well financially, senior management is
committed to growing the Group by bringing on new iodine production, expanding
the specialty chemicals range and investing further in R&D. In the first
half of 2022, the Group worked diligently to manage and operate the business
efficiently, with the goal of advancing growth projects. The Group expects
to significantly expand its iodine production over the next year with
additional IOsorb® plants. We also continue to invest in the chemical's
derivative business across new and existing product lines. The iodine market
is strong with solid demand and prices. The Group has continued to work with
its financing partner to ensure growth plans are properly funded. Management
is mindful that organic growth plans must minimize risk and provide a rapid
payback on investment as costs for energy and chemicals have risen. We will
continue to evaluate future growth opportunities within our current business
units and anticipate future iodine production facilities likely to double
Iofina's current output in the next three to five years. With our
much-improved balance sheet and continued performance, Iofina is exploring
additional external business opportunities or business units that would add to
our core competencies.
Iofina has continued to perform well and will soon be increasing iodine
production with the ultimate goal of providing additional value to all of
Iofina's stakeholders.
IOFINA PLC
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 30 JUNE 2022
Unaudited Audited
Six months ended Year ended
30 June 30 June 31 December
2022 2021 2021
Note $'000 $'000 $'000
Continuing operations
Revenue 19,178 19,926 39,039
Cost of sales (13,519) (14,555) (28,307)
Gross profit 5,659 5,371 10,732
Administrative expenses (1,997) (1,891) (3,789)
EBITDA - Earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation 3,662 3,480 6,943
Depreciation and amortisation (904) (850) (1,731)
Operating profit 2,758 2,630 5,212
Paycheck Protection Program loans forgiven - 1,090 1,090
Fair value loss on investments in equity instruments designated as fair value - - (900)
through profit and loss
Profit before finance expense 2,758 3,720 5,402
Finance income 1 1 17
Interest payable (159) (211) (368)
Interest swap derivative liability - (10) 69
Profit before taxation 2,600 3,500 5,120
Taxation 7 (675) - 4,066
Profit for the period attributable to owners of the parent $1,925 $3,500 $9,186
Profit per share:
- Basic 4 $0.010 $0.018 $0.048
- Diluted 4 $0.010 $0.018 $0.048
IOFINA PLC
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET
30 JUNE 2022
Unaudited Unaudited Audited
30 June 30 June 31 December
2022 2021 2021
Note $'000 $'000 $'000
Intangible assets 373 553 463
Goodwill 3,087 3,087 3,087
Property, plant & equipment 18,975 18,786 19,113
Deferred tax 3,391 - 4,066
Total non-current assets 25,826 22,426 26,729
Inventories 8,399 8,178 6,296
Trade and other receivables 6,901 6,452 6,158
Investments - 900 -
Cash and cash equivalents 4,737 1,679 5,262
Total current assets 20.037 17,209 17,716
Total assets $45,863 $39,635 $44,445
Trade and other payables 5,952 6,266 5,802
Term loan - due within one year 5 1,429 1,429 1,429
Lease liabilities 98 127 58
Total current liabilities 7,479 7,822 7,289
Term loan - due after one year 5 6,071 7,500 6,785
Term loan - interest swap liability - 79 -
Lease liabilities 366 - 410
Total non-current liabilities 6,437 7,579 7,195
Total liabilities $13,916 $15,401 $14,484
Issued share capital 6 3,107 3,107 3,107
Share premium 60,687 60,687 60,687
Share-based payment reserve 2,067 2,215 2,007
Retained losses (27,970) (35,831) (29,896)
Foreign currency reserve (5,944) (5,944) (5,944)
Total equity $31,947 $24,234 $29,961
Total equity and liabilities $45,863 $39,635 $44,445
IOFINA PLC
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
Share Share Share-based Retained Foreign Total
capital Premium payment losses currency equity
reserve reserve
$'000 $'000 $'000 $'000 $'000 $'000
Balance at 31 December 2020 (Audited) $3,107 $60,687 $2,136 $(39,331) $(5,944) $20,655
Share-based expense - - 120 - - 120
Share options lapsed and forfeited - - (249) 249 - -
Total transactions with owners - - (129) 249 - 120
Profit for the year attributable to owners of the parent - - - 9,186 - 9,186
Total comprehensive income attributable to owners of the parent - - - 9,186 - 9,186
Balance at 31 December 2021 (Audited) $3,107 $60,687 $2,007 $(29,896) $(5,944) $29,961
Share-based expense - - 60 - - 60
Total transactions with owners - - 60 - - 60
Profit for the period attributable to owners of the parent - - - 1,925 - 1,925
Total comprehensive income attributable to owners of the parent - - - 1,925 - 1,925
Balance at 30 June 2022 (Unaudited) $3,107 $60,687 $2,067 $(27,971) $(5,944) $31,946
IOFINA PLC
CONSOLIDATED CASH FLOW STATEMENT
FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 30 JUNE 2022
Unaudited Audited
Six months ended Year ended
30 June 30 June 31 December
2022 2021 2021
$'000 $'000 $'000
Cash flows from operating activities
EBITDA - Earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation 3,662 3,480 6,943
Share options expense 60 79 120
3,722 3,559 7,063
Changes in working capital
Trade receivables (increase) (977) (3,167) (2,873)
Inventories (increase)/decrease (2,103) 1,478 3,360
Trade and other payables increase 388 805 342
Net cash inflow from operating activities 1,029 2,675 7,892
Cash flows from investing activities
Interest received 1 - 17
Acquisition of property, plant & equipment (675) (763) (1,485)
Net cash outflow from investing activities (674) (763) (1,468)
Cash flows from financing activities
Term loan repayments (714) (714) (1,429)
Revolving loan facility net payments - (2,717) (2,718)
Interest paid (154) (218) (386)
Lease payments (12) (65) (110)
Net cash outflow from financing activities (880) (3,714) (4,643)
Net increase/(decrease) in cash (525) (1,802) 1,781
Cash and equivalents at beginning of period 5,262 3,481 3,481
Cash and equivalents at end of period 4,737 $1,679 $5,262
1. Nature of operations and general information
Iofina plc is the holding company of a group of companies (the "Group")
involved primarily in the exploration and production of iodine and the
manufacturing of halogen-based specialty chemical derivatives. Iofina's
principal business strategy is to identify, develop, build, own and operate
iodine extraction plants, with a current focus in North America, based on
Iofina's WET® IOsorb® technology. Iofina has current production operations
in the United States, specifically in Kentucky and Oklahoma. The Group has
complete vertical integration from the production of iodine from produced
brine waters, to the manufacture of the chemical end-products derived from
iodine and sold to global customers..
The address of Iofina plc's registered office is 48 Chancery Lane, London WC2A
1JF.
Iofina plc's shares are listed on the London Stock Exchange's AIM market.
Iofina's consolidated financial statements are presented in US Dollars, which
is the functional currency of the operating subsidiaries.
The figures for the six months ended 30 June 2022 and 30 June 2021 are
unaudited and do not constitute full statutory accounts. The comparative
figures for the year ended 31 December 2021 are extracts from the 2021 audited
accounts (which are available on the Company's website and have been delivered
to the Registrar of Companies) and do not constitute full statutory
accounts. The independent auditor's report on the 2021 accounts was
unqualified and did not contain statements under sections 498(2) or (3)
(accounting records or returns inadequate, accounts not agreeing with records
and returns or failure to obtain necessary information and explanations) of
the Companies Act 2006.
2. Accounting policies
The basis of preparation and accounting policies set out in the Annual Report
and Accounts for the year ended 31 December 2021 have been applied in the
preparation of these condensed consolidated interim financial statements.
These interim financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the
recognition and measurement principles of the International Financial
Reporting Standards (UK adopted IFRS) that are expected to be applicable to
the consolidated financial statements for the year ending 31 December 2022 and
on the basis of the accounting policies expected to be used in those financial
statements.
3. Segment reporting
(a) Business segments
The Group's operations comprise the exploration and production of iodine with
complete vertical integration into its specialty chemical halogen derivatives
business and are therefore considered to fall within one business segment. The
Group's investment in a company involved in a single season's production of
hemp seeds was impaired to Nil in 2021.
3. Segment reporting (continued)
Unaudited Audited
Six months ended 30 June 31 December
2022 2021 2021
Assets $'000 $'000 $'000
Halogen Derivatives and iodine 45,863 38,735 44,445
Hemp seeds - 900 -
Total $45,863 $39,635 $44,445
Liabilities
Halogen Derivatives and iodine 13,916 15,401 14,484
Total $13,916 $15,401 $14,484
(b) Geographical segments
The Group reports by geographical segment. All the Group's activities during
the period were related to exploration for, and development of, iodine in
certain areas of the USA and the manufacturing of specialty chemicals in the
USA with support provided by the UK office. In presenting information on the
basis of geographical segments, segment assets and the cost of acquiring them
are based on the geographical location of the assets.
Unaudited Audited
Six months ended 30 June 31 December
2022 2021 2021
Total assets $'000 $'000 $'000
UK 179 128 166
USA 45,684 39,507 44,279
Total $45,863 $39,635 $44,445
Total liabilities
UK 116 189 137
USA 13,800 15,212 14,347
Total $13,916 $15,401 $14,484
Capital expenditures
UK - -
USA 675 763 1,485
Total $675 $763 $1,485
4. Profit/(loss) per share
The calculation of profit per ordinary share is based on profits of $1,925,372
(H1 2021: $3,499,844) and the weighted average number of ordinary shares
outstanding of 191,858,408 (H1 2021: 191,858,408). After including the
weighted average effect of share options of 3,966,173 (H1 2021: 1,232,450) the
diluted weighted average number of ordinary shares outstanding was 195,824,581
(H1 2021: 193,090,858).
5. Term loan and revolving credit facility
Term loan Revolving credit facility
$'000 $'000
At 31 December 2020 $9,643 $2,718
Term loan instalment repayments (1,429) -
Revolving credit facility net payments - (2,718)
At 31 December 2021 $8,214 -
Term loan instalment repayments (714) -
At 30 June 2022 $7,500 -
Due within one year 1,429 -
Due after one year 6,071 -
$7,500 -
The First Financial Bank facilities are fully secured, and the principal terms
are:
a) The $10 million term loan drawn down in September 2020 is repayable in full
by equal monthly instalments over the 7 years to 30 September 2027. There is
an accelerated repayment based on 25% of 2022 surplus EBITDA over the total of
capital expenditure and debt payments of principal and interest, payments to
be made on 30 June 2023. The interest rate on $7 million of the loan has been
fixed to maturity by a swap contract at 3.99%, and the interest rate on the
balance is variable monthly at 2.50% above LIBOR, subject to a minimum LIBOR
rate of 1.00%. Repayment of all or part of the loan may be made at any time,
subject to the cost or benefit of unwinding the swap contract.
b) The revolving credit facility is for $6 million over the period to
September 2024, and may be drawn and repaid in variable amounts at the Group's
discretion, with the amount advanced at closing having been $3 million.
Amounts that may be drawn are subject to a borrowing base of sufficient
eligible discounted monthly values of receivables and inventory, and
compliance on a quarterly basis with trailing 12 months financial covenant
ratios of 1) a maximum multiple of 2.5 total debt to EBITDA, and 2) a minimum
multiple of 1.2 EBITDA net of capital expenditure to the total of principal
and interest payments on the total debt. The interest rate is variable monthly
at 2.25% above LIBOR, subject to a minimum LIBOR rate of 1.00%. Interest
charges are reduced to the extent funds are deposited into this account and
reduce the balance outstanding. At 30 June 2022 net balance was Nil.
6. Share capital
Unaudited Unaudited Audited
30 June 30 June 31 December
2022 2021 2021
Authorised:
Ordinary shares of £0.01 each
-number of shares 1,000,000,000 1,000,000,000 1,000,000,000
-nominal value £10,000,000 £10,000,000 £10,000,000
Allotted, called up and fully paid:
Ordinary shares of £0.01 each
-number of shares 191,858,408 191,858,408 191,858,408
-nominal value £1,918,584 £1,918,584 £1,918,584
7. Income tax
The tax charge of $675k relates entirely to deferred tax, and represents
amortisation of the $4.07m deferred tax asset set up in the balance sheet at
31 December 2021 to recognise $19.4 million of accumulated US Federal tax
losses expected to be available for offset against future profits.
8. Post balance sheet events
Additional financing was finalised with the Group's bankers in July 2022,
making available after a 12 month drawdown period a) a 7 year term loan of
$2.7 million in relation to the construction of Iofina Resources IO#9 plant,
and b) a 5 year term loan of $1.66 million in relation to Iofina Chemical
capital projects. The loans require initial expenditure by the company of
$900k and $600k respectively, and are repayable by equal monthly instalments
with accelerated repayments possible at any time without penalty, interest
rates being 2.6% and 2.5% over SOFR respectively. At the same time the
revolving line of credit facility was revised to $6 million at 2.4% over SOFR
and extended to September 2024, and the excess cash flow repayment due in June
2022 on the existing term loan was waived.
9. Cautionary Statement
This report contains certain forward-looking statements with respect to the
financial condition, results of operations and businesses of Iofina plc. These
statements are made by the directors in good faith based on the information
available to them up to the time of their approval of this report. However,
such statements should be treated with caution as they involve risk and
uncertainty because they relate to events and depend upon circumstances that
will occur in the future. There are a number of factors that could cause
actual results or developments to differ materially from those expressed or
implied by these forward-looking statements. Nothing in this announcement
should be construed as a profit forecast.
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