Songa Offshore SE 2014 Standalone Financial Statements
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Songa Offshore SE 2014 Standalone Financial Statements
SONGA OFFSHORE SE Annual report and financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2014 CONTENTS Board of Directors and other officers................................................................................................................................ 3 Report of the Board of Directors ...................................................................................................................................... 4 Statement of the members of the Board of Directors and other responsible persons of the Company for the financial statements ....................................................................................................................................................................... 6 Independent Auditor's report ............................................................................................................................................ 7 Financial Statements ....................................................................................................................................................... 9 Statement of Income ................................................................................................................................................... 10 Statement of Comprehensive Income.......................................................................................................................... 11 Statement of Financial Position ................................................................................................................................... 12 Statement of Changes in Equity .................................................................................................................................. 13 Statement of Cash Flows ............................................................................................................................................ 14 Notes to the Financial Statements ............................................................................................................................... 15 Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 2 Board of Directors and other officers Board of Directors: Frederik W. Mohn - Chairman Michael Mannering Arnaud Bobillier Christina Ioannidou (appointed 24 January 2014) Johan Kr. Mikkelsen (appointed 18 February 2015) Jon E. Bjorstad (appointed 24 January 2014, resigned 18 February 2015) Steven James McTiernan (resigned 24 January 2014) Nancy Erotocritou (Charalambous) (resigned 24 January 2014) Company Secretary: Orangefield Trust (Cyprus) Limited Independent Auditors: PricewaterhouseCoopers Limited. Legal Advisers: Harneys Aristodemou Loizides Yiolitis LLC Registered Office: Kanika International Business Center 6th Floor, Profiti Ilia 4, Germasogeia 4046 Limassol, Cyprus Bankers: Nordea Bank (Norge ASA) Nordea Bank (Finland Plc.) Nordea Bank (Finland London) Bank of Cyprus Public Company Ltd Registration number: SE 9 Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 3 Report of the Board of Directors The Board of Directors presents its report and audited financial statements of the Company for the year ended 31 December 2014. Incorporation Songa Offshore SE (‘Songa Offshore’ or the ‘Company) is a public limited liability company, subject to the Cyprus Companies Law, Cap. 113. The Company, which was established in Norway in 2005, was converted into a European Public Company Limited by shares (“Societas Europaea” or “SE”) on 12 December 2008. With effect from 11 May 2009, the Company transferred its registered office to Cyprus. The Company’s shares have been listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange since 26 January 2006 (Ticker: “SONG”). Principal activities The principal activities of the Company prior to its re-domiciliation (11 May 2009) to Cyprus comprised the provision of offshore oil and gas drilling services as well as investment holding and financing. Subsequent to its re-domiciliation the Company continues to be involved in investment holding, financing and also owns and rents to other members of the Group a fleet of 2 semi-submersible rigs which all operate in the mid-water segment of the offshore oil and gas drilling industry, in the Norwegian Continental Shelf. Review of the development and current position of the Company and description of the major risks and uncertainties. The Company's development to date, financial results and position as presented in the financial statements are considered satisfactory. Songa Offshore is a group of companies, with Songa Offshore SE as the group parent company, whose principal business is to construct, own and operate drilling rigs to be used in the exploration and development drilling. Songa Offshore operates in the North Atlantic Basin oil service industry within offshore drilling, and owns a fleet of two semisubmersible rigs, all operating in the mid-water segment, in the Norwegian Continental Shelf. Drilling rigs, related equipment and crews are generally contracted on a day rate basis to exploration and production companies. All Songa Offshore’s drilling rigs are suitable for both exploration and development drilling and the Company normally engages in both types of drilling activity. The drilling rigs are mobile and can be moved to new locations in response to client’s demand. They are designed to operate away from port for extended periods and have living quarters for the crew and helicopter landing facilities. During 2014 the Company sold the Songa Mercur and Songa Venus rigs to Opus Offshore Group. The sale was completed on 23 July 2014. The Songa Mercur and the Songa Venus, were from the same date operated through a 50% owned Joint Venture established with Opus Offshore Group. Songa Offshore enters 2015 with both rigs operational, a stronger sense of direction, a stronger commitment to improvement, a humble and realistic view on future challenges – and, critically, with a team that is better fit for purpose. The main risks and uncertainties faced by the Company and the steps taken to manage those risks are described in Notes 3 to the financial statements. Results The Company's results for the year are set out on pages 10 and 11. The net loss for the year is carried forward. Expected future developments of the Company The Board of Directors does not expect major changes in the principal activities of the Company in the foreseeable future. Existence of branches To facilitate its operations the Company has established branches in Norway and Bermuda. Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 4 Dividends The Board of Directors does not recommend the payment of a dividend. Share capital On 26 February 2014 the Company announced the completion of the subsequent share offering of 61 million shares at NOK 2.50 per share, following the private placement in December 2013. The total number of issued shares in the Company as at 31 December 2014 was 873,912,544. Board of Directors The members of the Company's Board of Directors at 31 December 2014 and at the date of this report are presented on page 3. There were no significant changes in the assignment of the responsibilities and remuneration of the Board of Directors. In accordance with the Company's Articles of Association the Board Members are elected for one year at a time, by the General Meeting. Events after the balance sheet date The material post balance sheet events, which have a bearing on the understanding of the financial statements, are disclosed in Note 27. Independent Auditors The independent auditors, PricewaterhouseCoopers Limited, have expressed their willingness to continue in office and a resolution authorising the Board of Directors to fix their remuneration will be submitted at the forthcoming Annual General Meeting. By order of the Board of Directors ......................... Frederik W. Mohn (Chairman) Limassol, 29 April 2015 Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 5 Statement of the members of the Board of Directors and other responsible persons of the Company for the financial statements In accordance with Article 9, sections (3) (c) and (7) of the Transparency Requirements (Securities for Trading on Regulated Market) Law of 2007 (“Law”), we the members of the Board of Directors and the other responsible persons for the financial statements of the Songa Offshore SE, and the businesses that are included in the standalone accounts as a total, for the year ended 31 December 2014 confirm that, to the best of our knowledge: (a) the annual financial statements that are presented in this report: (i) were prepared in accordance with the International Financial Reporting Standards as adopted by the European Union, and in accordance with the provisions of Article 9, section (4) of the Law, and (ii) give a true and fair view of the assets and liabilities, the financial position and the profit or losses of Songa Offshore SE, and the businesses that are included in the standalone accounts as a total, and (b) the directors’ report gives a fair review of the developments and the performance of the business as well as the financial position of Songa Offshore SE, and the businesses that are included in the standalone accounts as a total, together with a description of the principal risks and uncertainties that they are facing. Limassol, 29 April 2015 Frederik W. Mohn (Chairman of the Board) Michael Mannering (Board Member) Christina Ioannidou (Board Member) Arnaud Bobillier (Board Member) Johan Mikkelsen (Board Member) Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 6 Independent Auditor's report Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 7 Independent Auditor's report Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 8 Financial Statements Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 9 Statement of Income For the year ended 31 December Amounts in USD ‘000 Note 2014 2013 Revenues Dividend Income 5 21 111,485 39,814 159,168 88,983 Management fee Operating expenses General and administrative expenses Other gain and loss Depreciation and amortization Impairment of rigs Impairment of subsidiaries Impairment losses on intercompany loans and receivables Finance income Finance cost Other financial items 5 7 7 6 10 10 12 21 8 8 8 Loss before tax Income tax expense (7,183) (7,660) (6,037) (66,651) (64,699) (1,288) 79,166 (96,783) (11,453) (31,290) (3,264) (8,051) (7,490) (444) (91,095) (92,261) (17,752) (7,784) 69,489 (133,365) (751) (44,617) 9 (12,700) (17,011) (43,990) (61,627) Loss for the year The notes on pages 15 to 55 are an integral part of these financial statements. Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 10 Statement of Comprehensive Income For the year ended 31 December Amounts in USD ‘000 Note Loss for the year Other comprehensive income Actuarial gain and losses Tax effect Items not potentially re-classifiable to profit and loss 23 Financial derivatives hedging effects - Bond Interest and Currency rate swap FX forward discontinued hedge Items potentially re-classifiable to profit and loss Total other comprehensive income (net amount) Total comprehensive loss for the year 2014 2013 (43,990) (61,627) (141) 38 (103) (31) (31) 1,764 (470) 1,294 1,191 26,557 570 27,127 27,097 (42,799) (34,531) The notes on pages 15 to 55 are an integral part of these financial statements. Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 11 Statement of Financial Position For the year ended 31 December Amounts in USD ‘000 ASSETS Non-current assets Rigs, machinery and equipment Investment in subsidiaries Loans to subsidiaries Financial assets Derivative financial instruments Deferred tax assets Total non-current assets Current assets Assets held for sale Trade receivables Tax refundable Receivables from subsidiaries Prepayments Other assets Cash and cash equivalents Total current assets Note 2014 2013 10 12 21 24 3 11 565,647 576,882 750,421 53,722 72,740 76,077 2,095,490 618,001 237,357 930,400 28,822 86,344 1,900,923 22 179 2,666 45,257 189 8,652 194,269 251,212 180,000 190 3,019 60,187 1,089 4,063 396,320 644,867 2,346,702 2,545,791 17 17 132,762 634,052 200,592 967,405 123,447 618,008 243,080 984,536 18 18 18 21 3 212,161 282,292 109,649 358,519 172,089 11,894 376 1,146,981 265,669 337,089 103,584 345,036 64,326 43,591 396 1,159,691 18 18 167,874 47 2,203 9,979 29,642 2,907 19,664 232,316 1,379,297 2,346,702 24,261 327,770 4,529 1,762 5,378 22,401 15,462 401,564 1,561,255 14 21 13 16 Total assets EQUITY AND LIABILITIES Capital and reserves Issued capital Share premium Other equity Total equity Non-current liabilities Bank loans and other facilities Bond loans Convertible bond Loans from subsidiaries Derivative financial instruments Deferred revenue Other long term liabilities Total non-current liabilities Current liabilities Bank loan related to “assets held for sale” Current portion of bank loans and other facilities Trade payables Tax payable Payable to related parties Deferred revenue Derivative financial instruments Other liabilities Total current liabilities Total liabilities 21 3 19 Total equity and liabilities 2,545,791 On 29 April 2015 the Board of Directors of Songa Offshore SE authorised these financial statements for issue. ........................... Frederik W. Mohn (Chairman) ............................... Christina Ioannidou (Board Member) The notes on pages 15 to 55 are an integral part of these financial statements. Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 12 Statement of Changes in Equity Share Capital Share Premium Other reserves (1) Post employment benefit reserve Hedging reserve Retained earnings (2) Total equity 242,946 743,592 Amounts in USD ‘000 Balance as at 1 January 2013 31,191 474,301 15,585 (307) Loss for the year - - - - (20,124) - (61,627) Other comprehensive income Total comprehensive loss for the year - - - (31) 27,127 - (61,627) 27,096 - - - (31) 27,127 (61,627) (34,531) 92,256 - 143,707 - 39,511 - - - 235,963 39,511 92,256 143,707 39,511 - - - 275,474 Balance as at 31 December 2013 123,448 618,008 55,096 (338) 7,003 181,319 984,535 Balance as at 1 January 2014 Loss for the year Other comprehensive income Total comprehensive loss for the year 123,448 - 618,008 - 55,096 - (338) (103) 7,003 1,294 181,319 (43,990) - 984,535 (43,990) 1,191 - - - (103) 1,294 (43,990) (42,799) 9,314 16,043 (1) - - - 25,356 - - 312 - - - 312 9,314 16,043 311 - - - 25,668 132,762 634,052 55,407 (441) 8,297 137,328 967,405 Issue of share capital Issue of convertible bond Total transactions with owners, recognised directly in equity Issue of share capital Employee long term incentive program Total transactions with owners, recognised directly in equity Balance as at 31 December 2014 (1) (2) Other reserves include USD 15,897 million (2013: USD 15,585 million) of equity settled share based payment reserve and USD 39,511 million (2013: USD 39,511 million) of reserve that arose from the issuance of convertible bond This is the only distributable reserve The notes on pages 15 to 55 are an integral part of these financial statements. Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 13 Statement of Cash Flows For the year ended 31 December Amounts in USD ‘000 Note 2014 2013 (31,290) (44,617) 64,699 1,288 66,651 (79,166) 96,783 11,453 42 (39,814) 92,261 17,752 7,784 91,095 (69,489) 133,365 (44) (88,983) Movements in working capital: Increase/ (decrease) in receivables Increase in other liabilities Decrease in other assets Decrease in receivables from own subsidiaries (Decrease)/ increase in payables Increase/(Decrease) in payables to own subsidiaries (Decrease) / Increase in deferred revenue (Increase)/Decrease in restricted cash balances Cash generated from operations 910 2,202 (2,589) 14,931 (4,483) 4,600 (24,636) 8,182 89,763 683 6,783 (3,204) 7,334 (2,930) (11,087) 65,992 (8,530) 194,165 Taxes paid Interest paid Financing fees Interest received Net cash generated from operating activities (1,602) (50,509) (671) 166 37,147 (276) (60,154) (21,370) 230 112,595 Cash flows from investing activities: Purchase of property, plant and equipment Loans repaid to subsidiaries Advanced to subsidiaries Proceeds from the sale of property, plant and equipment Investment in subsidiaries Investment in other companies, net of cash acquired Net cash used in investing activities (20,980) (133,841) 112,500 (16) (1,000) (43,337) (80,422) 469,247 388,825 Cash flows from financing activities: Proceeds from issue of convertible bond Convertible bond transaction costs Proceeds from share issue Share issuance transaction costs Repayment of bonds and bank loans Advancement of loans from subsidiary companies Repayment of loans from subsidiary companies Reduction in other long term liabilities Net cash generated from financing activities 25,495 (126) (235,662) 22,322 292 (187,679) 150,000 (6,847) 250,222 (14,575) (369,162) (127,261) (275) (117,898) Net increase/(decrease) in cash and cash equivalents Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the year Unrestricted cash and cash equivalents at the end of the year (193,869) 387,666 193,797 383,522 4,144 387,666 Cash flows from operating activities: Profit (loss) before tax Adjustment for: Impairment in rig Impairment in subsidiaries Impairment on loan Depreciation Finance income Finance costs Other financial items Share-based payment expense Dividend income 10 12 21 10 8 8 8 21 16 The notes on pages 15 to 55 are an integral part of these financial statements. Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 14 Notes to the Financial Statements Note 1: Incorporation and principal activities Country of incorporation Songa Offshore SE (‘Songa Offshore’ or the ‘Company’) is a public limited liability company, subject to the provisions of Cyprus Companies Law Cap. 113. The Company which was established in Norway in 2005 was converted, following the merger of Songa Offshore ASA and Songa Offshore Cyprus Plc., into a European Public Company Limited by shares ("Societas Europaea" or "SE") on 12 September 2008. With effect from 11 May 2009, the Company transferred its registered office in Cyprus. Its registered office is at Kanika International Business Center 6th Floor, Profiti Ilia 4, Germasogeia, 4046 Limassol, Cyprus. Principal activities The principal activities of the Company prior to its re-domiciliation to Cyprus comprised the provision of offshore oil and gas drilling services as well as investment holding and financing. Subsequent to its re-domiciliation the Company continues to be involved in investment holding and financing and also owns and rents to other members of the group a fleet of two rigs all of which operate in the mid-water segment of the offshore oil and gas drilling industry. As of 31 December 2014 the Company had operations in the Norwegian Continental Shelf. Note 2: Significant accounting policies The principal accounting policies adopted in the preparation of these financial statements are set out below. These policies have been consistently applied to all years presented in these financial statements unless otherwise stated. Basis of preparation The Company has prepared these parent Company financial statements for compliance with the requirements of the Cyprus Income Tax Law and Oslo Stock exchange requirement. As of the date of the authorisation of the financial statements, all International Financial Reporting Standards issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) that are effective as of 1 January 2014 have been adopted by the EU through the endorsement procedure established by the European Commission, with the exception of certain provisions of IAS 39 “Financial Instruments: Recognition and Measurement” relating to portfolio hedge accounting. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) as adopted by the European Union (EU) and the requirements of the Cyprus Companies Law Cap. 113. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention, except for derivative financial instruments (note 3) and liabilities for cash-settled share-based payments (note 20) which are measured at fair value. The preparation of financial statements in conformity with IFRS requires the use of certain critical accounting estimates and requires management to exercise its judgement in the process of applying the Company's accounting policies. It also requires the use of assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Although these estimates are based on management’s best knowledge of current events and actions, actual results may ultimately differ from those estimates. New and amended standards and interpretations adopted by the Company The Company adopted all the new and revised IFRS as adopted by the EU that are relevant to its operations and are effective for accounting periods beginning on 1 January 2014. This adoption did not have a material effect on the accounting policies of the Company with the exception of the following: IAS 28 (revised), ‘Associates and joint ventures’, includes the requirements for joint ventures, as well as associates, to be equity accounted following the issue of IFRS 11. IFRS 10 ‘Consolidated financial statements’ build on existing principles by identifying the concept of control as the determining factor in whether an entity should be included within the consolidated financial statements of the parent company. The standard provides additional guidance to assist in the determination of control where this is difficult to assess. IFRS 11 ‘Joint arrangements’ focuses on the rights and obligations of the parties to the arrangement rather than its legal form. There are two types of joint arrangements: joint operations and joint ventures. Joint operations arise where the investors have rights to the assets and obligations for the liabilities of an arrangement. A joint operator accounts for its share of the assets, liabilities, revenue and expenses. Joint ventures arise where the investors have rights to the net assets of the arrangement and are accounted for under the equity method. Proportional consolidation of joint arrangements is no longer permitted. Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 15 IFRS 12 ‘Disclosures of interest in other entities’ includes the disclosure requirements for all forms of interest in other entities, including joint arrangements, associates, structured entities and other off balance sheet vehicles. IAS 27 ‘Separate Financial Statements’ was changed and its objective is now to prescribe the accounting and disclosure requirements in subsidiaries, joint ventures and associates when an entity prepares separate financial statements. New and amended standards and interpretations not yet adopted At the date of approval of these financial statements a number of new standards and amendments to standards and interpretations are effective for annual periods beginning after 1 January 2014, and have not been applied in preparing these financial statements. Adopted by the European Union IFRIC 21 - Levies (issued on 20 May 2013 and effective for annual periods beginning 1 January 2014; EU effective date 1 January 2015). The interpretation clarifies the accounting for an obligation to pay a levy that is not income tax. The obligating event that gives rise to a liability is the event identified by the legislation that triggers the obligation to pay the levy. The fact that an entity is economically compelled to continue operating in a future period, or prepares its financial statements under the going concern assumption, does not create an obligation. The same recognition principles apply in interim and annual financial statements. The application of the interpretation to liabilities arising from emissions trading schemes is optional. The adoption of IFRIC 21 is not expected to have any material impact on the financial statements. Annual Improvements to IFRSs 2012 (issued in December 2013 and effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 July 2014, unless otherwise stated below; EU effective date 1 January 2016). The improvements consist of changes to seven standards. IFRS 2 was amended to clarify the definition of a ‘vesting condition’ and to define separately ‘performance condition’ and ‘service condition’; The amendment is effective for share-based payment transactions for which the grant date is on or after 1 July 2014. IFRS 3 was amended to clarify that (1) an obligation to pay contingent consideration which meets the definition of a financial instrument is classified as a financial liability or as equity, on the basis of the definitions in IAS 32, and (2) all nonequity contingent consideration, both financial and non-financial, is measured at fair value at each reporting date, with changes in fair value recognised in profit and loss. The Company is currently assessing the impact of the amendments on its financial statements. Amendments to IFRS 3 are effective for business combinations where the acquisition date is on or after 1 July 2014. IFRS 8 was amended to require (1) disclosure of the judgements made by management in aggregating operating segments, including a description of the segments which have been aggregated and the economic indicators which have been assessed in determining that the aggregated segments share similar economic characteristics, and (2) a reconciliation of segment assets to the entity’s assets when segment assets are reported. The basis for conclusions on IFRS 13 was amended to clarify that deletion of certain paragraphs in IAS 39 upon publishing of IFRS 13 was not made with an intention to remove the ability to measure short-term receivables and payables at invoice amount where the impact of discounting is immaterial. IAS 16 and IAS 38 were amended to clarify how the gross carrying amount and the accumulated depreciation are treated where an entity uses the revaluation model. IAS 24 was amended to include, as a related party, an entity that provides key management personnel services to the reporting entity or to the parent of the reporting entity (‘the management entity’), and to require to disclose the amounts charged to the reporting entity by the management entity for services provided. The Company is currently assessing the impact of the amendments on its financial statements. Annual Improvements to IFRSs 2013 (issued in December 2013 and effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 July 2014; EU effective date 1 January 2015). The improvements consist of changes to four standards. The improvements consist of changes to four standards. The basis for conclusions on IFRS 1 is amended to clarify that, where a new version of a standard is not yet mandatory but is available for early adoption; a first-time adopter can use either the old or the new version, provided the same standard is applied in all periods presented. IFRS 3 was amended to clarify that it does not apply to the accounting for the formation of any joint arrangement under IFRS 11. The amendment also clarifies that the scope exemption only applies in the financial statements of the joint arrangement itself. The amendment of IFRS 13 clarifies that the portfolio exception in IFRS 13, which allows an entity to measure the fair value of a group of financial assets and financial liabilities on a net basis, applies to all contracts (including contracts to buy or sell non-financial items) that are within the scope of IAS 39 or IFRS 9. IAS 40 was amended to clarify that IAS 40 and IFRS 3 are not mutually exclusive. The guidance in IAS 40 assists preparers to distinguish between investment property and owner-occupied property. Preparers also need to refer to the guidance in IFRS 3 to determine whether the acquisition of an investment property is a business combination. The Company is currently assessing the impact of the amendments on its financial statements. Not yet adopted and not yet endorsed by the European Union IFRS 9 “Financial Instruments: Classification and Measurement” (issued in July 2014 and effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 January 2018). Key features of the new standard are: Financial assets are required to be classified into three measurement categories: those to be measured subsequently at amortised cost, those to be measured subsequently at fair value through other comprehensive income (FVOCI) and those to be measured subsequently at fair value through profit or loss (FVPL). Classification for debt instruments is driven by the entity’s business model for managing the financial assets and whether the contractual cash flows represent solely payments of principal and interest (SPPI). If a debt instrument is held to collect, it may be carried at amortised cost if it also meets the SPPI requirement. Debt instruments that meet the SPPI requirement that are held in a portfolio where an entity both holds to collect assets’ cash flows and sells assets may be classified as FVOCI. Financial assets that do not contain cash flows that are SPPI must be measured at FVPL (for example, derivatives). Embedded derivatives are no longer separated from financial assets but will be included in assessing the SPPI condition. Investments in equity instruments are always measured at fair value. However, management can make an irrevocable election to present changes in fair value in other comprehensive income, provided the instrument is not held for trading. If the equity instrument is held for trading, changes in fair value are presented in profit or loss. Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 16 Most of the requirements in IAS 39 for classification and measurement of financial liabilities were carried forward unchanged to IFRS 9. The key change is that an entity will be required to present the effects of changes in own credit risk of financial liabilities designated at fair value through profit or loss in other comprehensive income. IFRS 9 introduces a new model for the recognition of impairment losses – the expected credit losses (ECL) model. There is a ‘three stage’ approach which is based on the change in credit quality of financial assets since initial recognition. In practice, the new rules mean that entities will have to record an immediate loss equal to the 12-month ECL on initial recognition of financial assets that are not credit impaired (or lifetime ECL for trade receivables). Where there has been a significant increase in credit risk, impairment is measured using lifetime ECL rather than 12-month ECL. The model includes operational simplifications for lease and trade receivables. Hedge accounting requirements were amended to align accounting more closely with risk management. The standard provides entities with an accounting policy choice between applying the hedge accounting requirements of IFRS 9 and continuing to apply IAS 39 to all hedges because the standard currently does not address accounting for macro hedging. Accounting for Acquisitions of Interests in Joint Operations - Amendments to IFRS 11 (issued on 6 May 2014 and effective for the periods beginning on or after 1 January 2016). This amendment adds new guidance on how to account for the acquisition of an interest in a joint operation that constitutes a business. Clarification of Acceptable Methods of Depreciation and Amortisation - Amendments to IAS 16 and IAS 38 (issued on 12 May 2014 and effective for the periods beginning on or after 1 January 2016). In this amendment, the IASB has clarified that the use of revenue-based methods to calculate the depreciation of an asset is not appropriate because revenue generated by an activity that includes the use of an asset generally reflects factors other than the consumption of the economic benefits embodied in the asset. IFRS 15, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (issued on 28 May 2014 and effective for the periods beginning on or after 1 January 2017). The new standard introduces the core principle that revenue must be recognised when the goods or services are transferred to the customer, at the transaction price. Any bundled goods or services that are distinct must be separately recognised, and any discounts or rebates on the contract price must generally be allocated to the separate elements. When the consideration varies for any reason, minimum amounts must be recognised if they are not at significant risk of reversal. Costs incurred to secure contracts with customers have to be capitalised and amortised over the period when the benefits of the contract are consumed. Sale or Contribution of Assets between an Investor and its Associate or Joint Venture - Amendments to IFRS 10 and IAS 28 (issued on 11 September 2014 and effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 January 2016). These amendments address an inconsistency between the requirements in IFRS 10 and those in IAS 28 in dealing with the sale or contribution of assets between an investor and its associate or joint venture. The main consequence of the amendments is that a full gain or loss is recognised when a transaction involves a business. A partial gain or loss is recognised when a transaction involves assets that do not constitute a business, even if these assets are held by a subsidiary. Annual Improvements to IFRSs 2014 (issued on 25 September 2014 and effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 January 2016). The amendments impact 4 standards. IFRS 5 was amended to clarify that change in the manner of disposal (reclassification from "held for sale" to "held for distribution" or vice versa) does not constitute a change to a plan of sale ore distribution, and does not have to be accounted for as such. The amendment to IFRS 7 adds guidance to help management determine whether the terms of an arrangement to service a financial asset which has been transferred constitute continuing involvement, for the purposes of disclosures required by IFRS 7. The amendment also clarifies that the offsetting disclosures of IFRS 7 are not specifically required for all interim periods, unless required by IAS 34. The amendment to IAS 19 clarifies that for post-employment benefit obligations, the decisions regarding discount rate, existence of deep market in high-quality corporate bonds, or which government bonds to use as a basis, should be based on the currency that the liabilities are denominated in, and not the country where they arise. IAS 34 will require a cross reference from the interim financial statements to the location of "information disclosed elsewhere in the interim financial report”. Disclosure Initiative Amendments to IAS 1 (issued in December 2014 and effective for annual periods on or after 1 January 2016). The Standard was amended to clarify the concept of materiality and explains that an entity need not provide a specific disclosure required by an IFRS if the information resulting from that disclosure is not material, even if the IFRS contains a list of specific requirements or describes them as minimum requirements. The Standard also provides new guidance on subtotals in financial statements, in particular, such subtotals (a) should be comprised of line items made up of amounts recognised and measured in accordance with IFRS; (b) be presented and labelled in a manner that makes the line items that constitute the subtotal clear and understandable; (c) be consistent from period to period; and (d) not be displayed with more prominence than the subtotals and totals required by IFRS standards. The Board of Directors assesses the impact of new standards and interpretations at the point when these are endorsed by the European Union. As a result the impact of the above new standards and interpretations that have not been endorsed by the European Union has not been assessed. There are no other IFRSs or IFRIC Interpretations that are not yet effective that would be expected to have a material impact on the Company. Consolidated financial statements The Company has also prepared consolidated financial statements in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards as adopted by the EU and the requirements of the Cyprus Company Law Cap.113 for the Company and its subsidiaries (the “Group”). The consolidated financial statements can be obtained from the Company’s website on www.songaoffshore.com. Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 17 Users of the parent’s separate financial statements should read them together with the Group’s consolidated financial statements as at the end of the year ended 31 December 2014 in order to obtain a proper understanding of the financial position, the financial performance and the cash flows of the Company and the Group. Investments in subsidiaries Investments in subsidiary companies are stated at cost less provision for impairment in value, which is recognised as an expense in the period in which the impairment is identified. Joint arrangements Investments in joint arrangements are stated at cost less provision for impairment in value, which is recognised as an expense in the period in which the impairment is identified. The Company has a contractual right to receive its share of profits in cash and has also provided a call option to the other 50% venture to buy the group's share at the end of 31 October 2016 for a total of USD20 million. Due to the nature of the agreement the Company considers that given the rights it has until the expiry of the option period it has joint control over the joint venture; however its right to receive cash is a financial instrument which has been classified as an available for sale financial asset. This financial asset has an effective interest rate of 21.5% and every time there is a revision in estimates of cash collection the carrying amount will be adjusted to reflect actual and revised estimated cash flows. The adjustment is recognised in profit or loss within "Other financial items". All disclosure requirements in relation to the joint venture are provided in note 24. Revenue recognition Revenue comprises the fair value of the consideration received or receivable for the sale of services in the ordinary course of the Company’s activities. Revenue is shown net of value-added tax, returns, rebates and discounts. Revenue derived from drilling contracts or other service contracts is recognised in the period that the services are rendered, at the applicable rates in each specific contract. In connection with drilling contracts, the Company may receive lump sum fees for the mobilisation of equipment and personnel. Mobilisation fees received and costs incurred to mobilise a drilling unit are recognised gross in the profit or loss (operating revenue and operating expense) on a straight line basis over the firm contract term of the related drilling contract. Certain contracts include a contribution or fee from the client payable at the start of the contract to cover specific or general upgrades or equipment. The contribution or fee is recognised as revenue (other income) on a straight line basis over the firm contract period. These contracts might also include day rates from the client during the period the upgrades are carried out. Such day rates are recognised as revenue during the period the upgrades carried out, in accordance with the contract terms. Reimbursed expenses Reimbursed expenses are expenses whereby the Company, according to the relevant provisions of client contracts, assumes the risk and pay for the expenses, and then recharge these expenses to clients in accordance with the relevant provisions of the contracts. Amounts recharged to clients as described above are presented gross, as reimbursable revenue and reimbursable expenses. Reimbursed expenses other than the ones described above are presented net in the profit or loss. Borrowings Borrowings are recognised initially at fair value, net of transaction cost incurred. Borrowings are subsequently carried at amortised cost; any difference between the proceeds (net of transaction cost) and the redemption value is recognised in the profit or loss over the period of the borrowings using the effective interest method. Fees paid on the establishment of loan facility are recognised as transaction costs of the loan to the extent that is probable that some or all of the facility will be drawn down. In this case, the fee is deferred until the draw down occurs. To the extent there is no evidence that it is probable that some or all of the facility will be drawn down, the fee is capitalised as a pre-payment of liquidity service and amortised over the period of the facility to which it relates. Borrowing costs Borrowing costs are recognised in the profit or loss when they are incurred. Borrowing costs are capitalised to the extent that they are directly related to new-build projects. Interest costs incurred during the construction period, until the rig is substantially prepared for its intended use are capitalised. Foreign currency translation Functional and presentation currency Items included in the Company's financial statements are measured using the currency of the primary economic environment in which the entity operates ("the functional currency"). The financial statements are presented in '000 of United States Dollars (USD), which is the Company's functional and presentation currency. Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 18 Transactions and balances Foreign currency transactions are translated into the functional currency using the exchange rates prevailing at the date of the transaction. Foreign exchange gains and losses resulting from the settlement of such transactions and from the translation at year-end exchange rates of monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are recognised in the statement of comprehensive income. Impairment of tangible assets The carrying amounts of the Company's rigs, machinery and equipment, and new-builds are reviewed at each balance sheet date to determine whether there is any indication of impairment. If any such indication exists, the asset’s recoverable amount is estimated. When considering impairment indicators, the Company considers both internal (e.g. adverse changes in performance) and external sources (e.g. adverse changes in the business environment). These are analysed by reviewing day rates and broker valuations. The recoverable amount of an asset is the higher of its fair value less costs to sell and value in use. The value in use is calculated as the present value of the expected future cash flows for the individual units. The fair value is determined using the average of two broker valuations. An impairment loss is recognised if the carrying amount of the assets exceeds the recoverable amount. Share-based compensation At the year end the Company operates a cash-settled share-based compensation plan and an equity settled plan for management. The cash settled share based compensation is in the form of synthetic options, or so called Stock Appreciation Rights (SAR), meaning that the employee will not be given the right to subscribe for shares as such, but will be entitled to receive, in cash, the difference between the exercise price and the strike price multiplied with the number of synthetic options exercised. Each synthetic share option converts into the value of one ordinary share of Songa Offshore SE on exercise. No amounts are paid or payable by the recipient on receipt of the SAR. The SARs carry neither rights to dividends nor voting rights. The SARs are valued at fair value for each reporting period end. The SARs that are fully vested are recognised at fair value in the statement of Financial Position, but for SARs not fully vested, only the portion which has been vested (using linear model) is recognised in the balance sheet at fair value. Any changes in the fair value of the liability are recognised as personnel expenses within general and administrative expenses in profit or loss. Further details on how the fair value of the SARs has been determined are disclosed in note 20 to the financial statements. The equity settled plan (Long Term Incentive Plan, or “LTIP”) is in the form of restricted share units (RSU). Each RSU gives the right to receive one share up on vesting. The fair value of each RSU is calculated when the RSU is awarded to each employee and recognised on a straight line basis over the vesting period. Retirement plans The Company has in place various pension schemes. The schemes are generally funded through payments to insurance companies or investment houses. A defined contribution plan is a pension plan under which the Company pays contributions into an insurance company, investment house or state organized fund. The Company has no legal or constructive obligations to pay further contributions if the fund does not hold sufficient assets to pay all employees the benefits relating to employee service in the current and prior periods. A defined benefit plan is a plan which typically defines an amount of pension benefit that an employee will receive on retirement, usually dependent on one or more factors such as age, year of service and compensation. The liability recognised in the balance sheet in respect of defined benefit pension plans is the present value of the defined benefit obligation at the balance sheet date less the fair value of plan assets, together with adjustments for actuarial gains or losses and past service costs. The defined benefit obligation is calculated annually by independent actuaries. Actuarial gains and losses arising from experience adjustments and changes in actuarial assumptions are charged or credited to other comprehensive income in the period in which they arise. Past service costs are recognised immediately in profit or loss, unless the changes in the pension plan are conditional on the employees remaining in service for a specified period of time (the vesting period). In this case, the past-service costs are amortised on a straight-line basis over the vesting period. Employee benefits The Company and the employees contribute to the Government Social Insurance Fund based on employees’ salaries. In addition, the Company operates a defined contribution scheme the assets of which are held in a separate trustee administered fund. The scheme is funded by payments from employees and by the Company. The Company's contributions are expensed as incurred and are included in staff costs. The Company has no further payment obligations once the contributions have been paid. Prepaid contributions are recognised as an asset to the extent that a cash refund or a reduction in the future payments is available. Taxation Income tax expense comprises current and deferred tax. Income tax expense is recognised in profit or loss except to the extent that it relates to items recognised directly in equity, in which case it is recognised in Statement of Comprehensive income. Current tax is the estimated tax payable on the taxable income for the year, using tax rates enacted of substantively enacted at the reporting date, and any adjustment to tax payable in respect of previous years. Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 19 Deferred tax is recognised on differences between the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities in the financial statements and the corresponding tax basis used in the computation of taxable profit, and are accounted for using the balance sheet liability method. Deferred tax liabilities are generally recognised for all taxable temporary differences, and deferred tax assets are generally recognised for all deductible temporary differences to the extent that it is probable that taxable profits will be available against which those deductible temporary differences can be utilised. Such assets and liabilities are not recognised if the temporary difference arises from the initial recognition (other than in a business combination) of other assets and liabilities in a transaction that affects neither the taxable profit nor the accounting profit. The carrying amount of deferred tax assets is reviewed at each balance sheet date and reduced to the extent that it is no longer probable that sufficient profits will be available to allow all or part of the asset to be recovered. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured at the tax rates that are expected to apply in the period in which the liability is settled or the asset realised, based on the tax rates (and tax laws) that have been enacted or substantively enacted at the balance sheet date. The measurement of deferred tax liabilities and assets reflects the tax consequences that would follow from the manner in which the Company expects, at the reporting date, to recover or settle the carrying amount of its assets and liabilities. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset when there is a legally enforceable right to set off current tax assets current tax liabilities and when they relate to income taxes levied by the same taxation authority and the Company intends to settle its current tax assets and liabilities on a net basis. Rigs machinery and equipment Rigs, machinery and equipment are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation and impairment losses. Subsequent costs are capitalised when it is probable that they will give rise to future economic benefits. Other costs are recognised in the profit or loss as incurred. Depreciation is charged in the profit or loss on a straight-line basis over the estimated useful life of each component of property, plant and equipment. The estimated useful lives, residual values and decommissioning costs are reviewed at each financial year end. No decommissioning costs have been recorded to date, and the presence of any obligations is reviewed at each financial year end. There is no decommissioning liability on the drilling rigs as there is no legal or constructive obligation to dismantle or restore the assets. In practice, assets of this nature are rebuilt, when no longer useful; laid up in dry dock or scrapped. For a standard vessel, specialised demobilising yards pay for a vessel to be scrapped per light displacement tonne (ldt) of the vessel. Any changes to the above are accounted for prospectively as a change in accounting estimates. The estimated useful lives of the rigs, machinery and equipment are as follows: o Rigs, primary portion; 25 years o Rigs, other components;2.5 to 25 years o SPS; 5 years o IS; 2.5 years o Fixtures; 3 to 10 years Where components of an item of property, plant and equipment have different useful lives, each component’s depreciation is calculated separately. The useful lives of the assets are reviewed by management at each year end. Costs for Special Periodic Surveys (SPS) and Intermediate Surveys (IS) on offshore units required by regulatory bodies are capitalised and amortised over the anticipated period between surveys, generally five years for SPSs and two and a half years for intermediate surveys. Other maintenance and repair costs are expensed as incurred. The most common method to estimate residual values for ships is to use the scrap price which is publicly noted by brokers in USD per ldt (light displacement tonne) of a complete vessel with all normal machinery and equipment on board. Drilling rigs are more complicated to scrap than ships and have less metal and scrap able/recoverable material due to their construction, design and nature. The price that could be recovered from scrapping of drilling rigs is estimated to approximate the cost of extracting this scrap metal. Therefore, no residual value is recorded given the assumption that if the assets were disposed at the end of their useful life given their expected age and condition no material amount would be recovered. In connection with the Company’s purchase of a rig, the Company may agree with the sellers that the parties agree to share the risk of the uncertainties through a contingent payment as the value of the asset is uncertain. In such instances the seller has no future performance obligations. The contingent payment is recognised by the Company as a financial liability established by contract in accordance with IAS 32/39. The re-measurement of the financial liability for the contingent price is included in the cost of the rig, when the re-measurement of the contingent amount is considered to relate to the condition of the asset that existed at the purchase date. The contingency is specific to the asset, and the amount payable does not include effects of changes relating to the subsequent performance of asset. Non-current assets (or disposal groups) held for sale Non-current assets (or disposal groups) are classified as assets held for sale when their carrying amount is to be recovered principally through a sale transaction and a sale is considered highly probable. They are stated at the lower of carrying amount and fair value less costs to sell. Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 20 Trade receivables Trade receivables are presented net of any allowance for bad debts. Estimates for allowance for bad debts are calculated individually for each customer. When a trade receivable is uncollectible, it is written off against the provision account. Subsequent recoveries of amounts previously written off are credited against the provision account. Changes in the carrying amount of the provision account are recognised in profit or loss. Financial liabilities and equity instruments Debt and equity instruments are classified as either financial liabilities or as equity in accordance with the substance of the contractual arrangement. Equity instruments issued by the Company are recorded at the proceeds received, net of direct issue costs. Other financial liabilities, including borrowings, are initially measured at fair value, net of transaction costs. Other financial liabilities are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method, with the interest expense recognised on an effective yield basis. The effective interest method is a method of calculating the amortised cost of a financial liability and of allocating interest expense over the relevant period. The effective interest rate is the rate that exactly discounts estimated future cash payments through future payments through the expected life of the financial liability, or, where appropriate, a shorter period. Derivative financial instruments Derivative financial instruments are initially recognised at fair value on the date a derivative con-tract is entered into and are subsequently re-measured at their fair value at each reporting date. The resulting gain or loss is recognised in profit or loss immediately. Further details of derivative financial instruments are disclosed in note 3 to the financial statements. Derivatives embedded in other financial instruments or other host contracts are treated as separate derivatives when their risks and characteristics are not closely related to those of the host contracts and the host contracts are not measured at fair value with changes in fair value recognised in profit or loss. The component parts of compound instruments (convertible bonds) issued by the Company are classified separately as financial liabilities and equity in accordance with the substance of the contractual arrangement. At the date of issue, the fair value of the liability component is estimated using the prevailing market interest rate for a similar non-convertible instrument. This amount is recorded as a liability on an amortised cost basis using the effective interest method until extinguished upon conversion or at the instrument’s maturity date. The equity component is determined by deducting the amount of the liability component from the fair value of the compound instrument as a whole. This is recognised and included in the Statement of Comprehensive income, net of income tax effects, and is not subsequently re-measured. Financial assets classified as available for sale Available-for-sale financial assets are non-derivatives designated in this category. They are included in non-current assets unless the investment matures or management intends to dispose of it within 12 months of the end of the reporting period. Available-for-sale financial assets are subsequently carried at fair value. Changes in the fair value of monetary and non-monetary securities classified as available for sale are recognized in the consolidated statement of comprehensive income. Interest on available-for-sale securities calculated using the effective interest method is recognized in the income statement as part of finance income. Dividends on available-for-sale equity instruments are recognized in the income statement as part of other income when the group’s right to receive payments is established. The Company assesses at the end of each reporting period whether there is objective evidence that a financial asset or a group of financial assets is impaired. Financial assets classification The Company classifies its financial assets in the following categories: at fair value through profit or loss, loans and receivables, and available for sale. The classification depends on the purpose for which the financial assets were acquired. Management determines the classification of its financial assets at initial recognition. (a) Financial assets at fair value through profit or loss Financial assets at fair value through profit or loss are financial assets held for trading. A financial asset is classified in this category if acquired principally for the purpose of selling in the short term. Derivatives are also categorised as held for trading unless they are designated as hedges. Assets in this category are classified as current assets if expected to be settled within 12 months, otherwise they are classified as non-current. (b) Loans and receivables Loans and receivables are non-derivative financial assets with fixed or determinable payments that are not quoted in an active market. They are included in current assets, except for maturities greater than 12 months after the end of the reporting period. These are classified as non-current assets. The Company’s loans and receivables comprise ‘trade and other receivables’, and ‘loans to subsidiaries’ and ‘cash and cash equivalents’ in the balance sheet (notes 13 and 16). Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 21 (c) Available-for-sale financial assets Available-for-sale financial assets are non-derivatives that are either designated in this category or not classified in any of the other categories. They are included in non-current assets unless the investment matures or management intends to dispose of it within 12 months of the end of the reporting period. Cash flow hedge The effective part of changes in the fair value of a hedging instrument is recognised directly in Other Comprehensive Income (OCI). The ineffective part of the hedging instrument is recognised directly in the profit or loss, within other gain/ (loss). When a hedging instrument expires or is sold, terminated or exercised, or the enterprise cancels the hedging relationship despite the fact that the hedged transaction is still expected to take place, the accumulated gains or losses at that time remain in equity and are recognised in the statement of comprehensive income in accordance with the above guidelines when the transaction takes place. Should the hedging relationship no longer meet the criteria for hedge accounting as specified above, accumulated gains and losses that are recognised in equity up to this date remain in equity and are recognised in the statement of comprehensive income in accordance with the above guidelines only when the transaction takes place. If the hedged transaction is no longer expected to take place, accumulated unrealised gains or losses on the hedging instruments that have previously been recognised in the statement of comprehensive income are recognised in the statement of income immediately. Loans granted Loans originated by the Company by providing money directly to the borrower are categorised as loans and are carried at amortised cost. This is defined at the fair value of cash consideration given to originate those loans as is determined by reference to market prices at origination date. All loans are recognised when cash is advanced to the borrower. An allowance for loan impairment is established if there is objective evidence that the Company will not be able to collect all amounts due according to the original contractual terms of loans. The amount of the provision is the difference between the carrying amount and the recoverable amount, being the present value of expected cash flows including amounts recoverable from guarantees and collateral, discounted at the original effective interest rate of loans. Cash and cash equivalents Cash and cash equivalents include cash, bank deposits, collaterals, escrow accounts and other short-term highly liquid assets that are readily convertible to known amounts of cash and which are subject to insignificant changes in value. For the purpose of the cash flow statement, escrow accounts are not considered part of cash and cash equivalents. An analysis of cash and cash equivalents and the respective carrying amounts at year end is presented in note 16 to the financial statements. Trade payables Trade payables are recognised initially at fair value and subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method. Share capital Ordinary shares are classified as equity. The difference between the fair value of the consideration received by the Company and the nominal value of the share capital being issued is taken to the share premium account. Share premium is the difference between the fair value of the consideration receivable for the issue of shares and the nominal value of shares. Share premium account can only be resorted to for limited purposes, which do not include the distribution of dividends and is otherwise subject to provisions of the Cyprus Companies Law on reduction of share capital. Provisions Provisions are recognised when the Company has a present legal or constructive obligation as a result of past events, it is probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation, and the amount has been reliably estimated. Provisions are not recognised for future operating losses. Provisions are measured at the present value of the expenditures expected to be required to settle the obligation using a pretax rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the obligation. The increase in the provision due to passage of time is recognised as interest expense. Restructuring provisions comprise lease termination penalties and employee termination payments, and are recognised in the period in which the Company becomes legally or constructively committed to payment. Costs related to the on-going activities of the Company are not provided in advance. Provisions are not recognised for future operating losses. Non-current liabilities Non-current liabilities represent amounts that are due more than twelve months from the reporting date. Events after the balance sheet date New information on the Company’s position at the balance sheet date is taken into account in the annual financial statements. Events after the balance sheet date that do not affect the Company’s position at the balance sheet date but which will affect the Company’s position in the future are stated if significant. Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 22 Note 3: Financial risk management Financial instruments Categories of financial instruments: 2014 2013 Financial assets Available-for-sale financial assets - non-current Financial assets 53,722 - Financial assets at fair value through profit or loss Derivative financial instruments 72,740 28,822 Loans and receivables: Loans to subsidiaries Receivables from own subsidiaries Trade receivables and other receivables Cash and cash equivalents 750,421 45,257 8,831 194,269 930,400 60,187 4,252 396,320 Financial liabilities Financial liabilities at fair value through profit or loss Derivative financial instruments 174,996 64,326 27,250 1,132,936 19,992 1,416,919 Amounts in USD ‘000 Other liabilities at amortised cost: Trade and other payables Total borrowings All line items above are carried at fair value except for loans and receivables and other liabilities that are carried at amortised cost. The Company monitors and manages the financial risks related to its operations through internal reports and analysis. The Company seeks to manage these risks by using derivative financial instruments when appropriate. The use of financial derivatives is monitored and approved by the board of directors. The Company does not enter into or trade financial instruments, including derivative financial instruments, for speculative purposes. Financial risk factors Capital risk management The Company manages its capital to ensure that it will be able to continue as a going concern while maximising the return to stakeholders through an optimisation of the debt and equity balance. The capital structure of the Company consists of debt, which includes borrowings (note 18), cash and cash equivalents (note 16) and equity attributable to equity holders of the Company, comprising issued capital, reserves and retained earnings. The Company will balance its overall capital structure through the payment of dividends, new share issues and share buybacks as well as the issue of new debt or the redemption of existing debt. The Company’s overall financing strategy moves with the changes in the financial markets. For its internal and external communication needs, the Company calculates the equity ratio by dividing total equity by total assets. The equity ratio of the Company in 2014 was 41.2% compared to 38.7% in 2013. The equity ratios as at year end were as follows: 2014 2013 Total equity Total assets 967,405 2,346,702 984,536 2,545,791 Equity ratio 41.2% 38.7% Amounts in USD ‘000 Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 23 The Company’s future capital requirements and level of expenses will depend on numerous factors, including but not limited to the timing and terms on which drilling contracts and other contracts can be negotiated, trade of assets, the amount of cash generated from operations, the level of demand for its services and general industry conditions. The Company is further exposed to market risk, foreign currency risk, interest rate risk credit risk and liquidity risk arising from its operations and the financial instruments that it holds. Market risk management The Company’s activities expose it primarily to the financial risks of changes in foreign currency exchange rates and interest rates (see below). The Company enters into derivative financial instruments to manage its exposure to interest rate and foreign currency risk, including but not limited to: o o o forward exchange contracts to hedge foreign currency payments related to operating expenses interest rate swaps to mitigate the risk of rising interest rates cross currency interest rate swaps to mitigate the risk of rising interest rates and fluctuations in currency rates Foreign currency risk management The Company is exposed to foreign currency (FC) risks related to its operations. The Company’s revenue is mainly in USD, and the expenses are primarily in USD and Norwegian Krone (NOK). As such, the Company’s earnings are exposed to fluctuations in the foreign currency market for NOK. The Company uses financial instruments to reduce risk associated with fluctuations in foreign exchange rates. The following tables show the expenses, assets and liabilities in the foreign currency (FC in tables below) and in USD, respectively. Cost 2014 2013 Assets 2014 Liabilities 2014 2013 2013 Amounts in FC ‘000 European Currency (EUR) Great British Pound (GBP) Malaysian Ringgit (MYR) Norwegian Krone (NOK) Singapore Dollar (SGD) 661 77 6,180 33,128 102 2,829 80 19 22,776 - 4,029 222 27,320 25 81 208 36,507 25 Cost 2014 2013 Assets 2014 2013 882 127 1,935 5,287 82 3,841 129 6 3,846 - 4,794 344 3,664 19 1 2,203,232 65 1 2,131,191 65 Liabilities 2014 2013 Amounts in USD ‘000 European Currency (EUR) Great British Pound (GBP) Malaysian Ringgit (MYR) Norwegian Krone (NOK) Singapore Dollar (SGD) 112 342 5,934 19 297,644 48 348,381 50 Foreign currency sensitivity analysis The Company is mainly exposed to the currency of Norway (NOK). In addition the Company is to a lesser extent exposed to the currencies of European Union (EUR), Great Britain (GBP), Malaysia (MYR) and Singapore (SGD). The table below details the Company's sensitivity to a 10 % increase/ decrease in the USD against the relevant foreign currencies with all other variables held constant. For assets and debt the analysis only includes monetary items stated in other currencies than USD. A negative number below indicates a decrease in profit and loss after tax and a positive number below indicates an increase in profit and loss after tax where the currency increases/ decreases 10% against the USD. Impact on profit or loss in USD for working capital Currency Amounts in USD ‘000 European Currency (EUR) Great British Pound (GBP) Malaysian Ringgit (MYR) Norwegian Krone (NOK) European Currency (EUR) 2014 2013 +/-479 +/-34 +/-0 +/-29,398 +/-3 +/-407 +/-81 +/-1 +/-33,267 +/-1 Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 24 Impact on profit or loss in USD for OPEX and G&A Currency Amounts in USD ‘000 European Currency (EUR) Great British Pound (GBP) Malaysian Ringgit (MYR) Norwegian Krone (NOK) European Currency (EUR) 2014 2013 +/-88 +/-13 +/-194 +/-529 +/-8 +/-103 +/-9 +/-1 +/-385 +/-0 During the year the Company has entered into forward foreign exchange contracts to cover foreign currency payments related to operating expenses. Contracts are entered into when it is found to be in line with the overall currency risk strategy. Interest rate risk management Interest rate risk is the risk that the value of financial instruments will fluctuate due to changes in market interest rates. The Company is exposed to interest rate risk in relation to its loans to and from the subsidiaries and bank borrowing. Balances issued at variable rates expose the Company to cash flow interest rate risk. Balances issued at fixed rates expose the Company to fair value interest rate risk. The risk is managed by maintaining an appropriate mix between fixed and floating rate borrowings and by the use of financial instruments to reduce risk associated with fluctuations in interest. Interest rate sensitivity analysis The sensitivity analysis below has been determined based on the exposure to floating interest rates at the balance sheet date. A 50 basis point increase or decrease is used and is considered as reasonably possible change in interest rates. At 31 December 2014, if interest rates had been 50 basis points higher/lower and all other variables were held constant, the Company’s profit or loss after tax for the year would decrease/increase by USD 2,4 million (2013: USD 2,4 million).This is attributable to the Company’s exposure to floating interest rates on its bank facilities and bonds held during the year. Cross currency interest rate swap contracts In 2011 and 2012 the Company entered into cross currency interest rate swap contracts to partly hedge the senior unsecured bond issue of NOK 1,400.0 million. In total NOK 1,347.8 million was swapped to USD 240.0 million at an average fixed rate of 11.48%. As part of the refinancing in December 2013, the Company entered into a cross currency interest rate swap neutralising the above swaps, by swapping USD 240.0 million at a fixed rate of 11.48% into NOK 1,347.8 million at a floating rate 6 month NIBOR + 10%. The swap has a maturity date 17 November 2016. Moreover, in December 2013 the Company entered into a new cross currency interest rate swap relating to the NOK 1,400.0 million unsecured bond. The bond has been fully swapped to USD 250.0 million at a fixed coupon of 7.73%. The swap matures upon maturity of the bond on 17 May 2018. In July 2012 the Company entered into a cross currency interest rate swap related to the 3 year senior unsecured bond issue of NOK 750.0 million. The full amount was swapped to USD 124.7 million at a fixed coupon of 9.10%. As part of the refinancing the above cross currency interest rate swap relating to the NOK 750.0 million was terminated in December 2013, and the Company consequently entered into a new cross currency interest rate swap related to the NOK 750.0 million unsecured bond. The bond has been fully swapped to USD 124.7 million at a fixed coupon of 7.37%. The swap matures upon maturity of the bond on 11 December 2018. The counterparties to the above agreements are Swedbank AB (publ), Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AS (publ) and Nordea Bank Finland Plc. The cross currency interest rate swaps qualify as cash flow hedge under IAS 39 and have been recognised under the provisions of IAS 39. The swaps are split into a currency and interest derivative, each valued separately at fair value at inception and subsequently at each reporting date. Any subsequent changes in fair value of the two derivatives are recognised through Other Comprehensive Income (“OCI”). Details of the cross currency interest rate swaps: NOK 700.0 million swapped for USD 125 million, fixed rate 11.54%, maturing 17 November 2016. NOK 224.0 million swapped for USD 40 million, fixed rate 11.54%, maturing 17 November 2016. NOK 423.8 million swapped for USD 75 million, fixed rate 11.35%, maturing 17 November 2016. The market value of the above swaps related to the NOK 1,400.0 million bond issue was at year-end 2014 negative with (representing a liability) USD 72.7 million (2013: liability USD 28.3 million). Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 25 USD 240.0 million swapped for NOK 1,347.8 million, floating rate 6 month NIBOR +10%, maturing 17 November 2016. The market value of the above swap related to the NOK 1,400.0 million bond issue was at the year-end 2014 positive with (representing an asset) USD 72.7 million (2013: USD 28.3 million). NOK 750.0 million swapped for USD 124.7 million, fixed rate 7.37%, maturing 11 December 2018. The market value of the swap related to the NOK 750.0 million bond issue was at the year-end 2014 negative with (representing a liability) USD 27.3 million (2013: USD 6.6 million). NOK 1,400.0 million swapped for USD 250.0 million, fixed rate 7.73%, maturing 17 May 2018. The market value of the above swap related to the NOK 1,400.0 million bond issue was at year-end 2014 negative with (representing a liability) USD 71.9 million (2013: USD 29.5 million). Credit risk management Due to the nature of the Company’s operations, revenues and related receivables are typically concentrated amongst a relatively small customer base of international oil and gas companies. The company continually evaluates the credit risk associated with customers and, when considered necessary, requires certain guarantees, either in the form of parent company guarantees, bank guarantees or escrow accounts. The maximum credit risk is equal to the capitalised value of trade receivables and incurred revenue not billed. The trade receivables are pledged as security for the Company’s long term borrowing. There is no history of material loss on trade receivables. The Company’s short term investments are limited to reputable money market funds and cash deposits in the Company’s relationship banks. The counterparties to derivative financial instruments are reputable financial institutions. Credit risk exists to the extent that the counterparties are unable to perform under the contracts, but this risk is considered remote as the counterparties are reputable financial institutions which have all provided loan finance to the Company and the derivative financial instruments are related to those financing arrangements. Liquidity risk management Prudent liquidity risk management includes maintaining sufficient cash and cash equivalents, the availability of funding from an adequate amount of committed credit facilities and the ability to close out market positions. Due to the dynamic nature of the underlying businesses, the Company is seeking flexibility in funding by maintaining availability under committed credit lines. The table below analyses the Company’s contractual undiscounted cash flows for all financial liabilities into relevant maturity groupings based on the remaining period at the balance sheet date to the contractual maturity date. Derivative financial instruments are included in the analysis if their contractual maturities are essential for an understanding of the timing of the cash flows. 2014 2013 199,131 388,534 752,135 1,339,800 361,044 57,098 889,814 103,584 1,411,540 Amounts in USD ‘000 Up to 1 year 1 -2 years 2 – 5 years More than 5 years Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 26 The tables below analyse the Company's interest obligations: Up to 1 year 1 – 2 years 2 – 5 years Over 5 years Total 31 December 2014 Variable interest rate 10,861 9,677 8,849 - 29,387 Fixed interest rate 35,913 34,916 94,946 6,000 171,775 46,774 44,592 103,795 6,000 201,162 Up to 1 year 1 – 2 years 2 – 5 years Over 5 years Total 384,335 Amounts in USD ‘000 Amounts in USD ‘000 31 December 2013 Variable interest rate 20,773 9,677 353,885 - Fixed interest rate 40,813 34,916 94,946 6,000 176,675 61,586 44,593 448,831 6,000 561,010 Out of the variable interest rate with maturity within one year USD 2.4 million was accrued at year end 2014, compared to USD 3.2 million in 2013. Out of the fixed interest rate with maturity within one year USD 12.3 million was accrued at year end 2014, compared to USD 4.9 million in 2013. Fair value estimation The table below analyses financial instruments carried at fair value, by valuation method. The different levels have been defined as follows: o Quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities (Level 1). o Inputs other than quoted prices included within level 1 that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly (that is, as prices) or indirectly (that is, derived from prices) (Level 2). o Inputs for the asset or liability that are not based on observable market data (that is, unobservable inputs) (Level 3) The following table presents the Company’s financial assets and liabilities that are measured at fair value at 31 December 2014. Carrying amount / fair value at 31 December 2014 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 - - 53,722 Derivatives 72,740 - Financial liabilities: Derivatives - (174,997) - Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 - - - Derivatives 28,822 - Financial liabilities: Derivatives - (64,326) - Amounts in USD ‘000 Financial assets: Financial assets Carrying amount / fair value at 31 December 2013 Amounts in USD ‘000 Financial assets: Financial assets There were no transfers between levels 1, 2 and 3 during the year. Level 1 Fair value is measured using list prices from active markets for identical financial instruments. No adjustment is made with a view to these prices. Level 2 The fair value of financial instruments not traded on an active market is determined using valuation methods which maximise the use of observable data, where available, and rest as little as possible on the Company’s own estimates. Classification at level 2 presupposes that all the significant data required to determine fair value are observable data. Level 3 Fair value is not based on observable market data (that is, unobservable inputs). Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 27 The following table presents the changes in Level 3 instruments for the year ended 31 December 2014: 2014 2013 Opening balance Additions of available for sale financial assets Interest income Revision of estimate of financial assets recognised in profit and loss 59,253 3,162 (8,693) - Closing balance 53,722 - 8,693 - 8,693 - Amounts in USD ‘000 Revision of estimate of financial assets for the period included in profit or loss for assets held at the end of the reporting period, under ‘Other financial items’ Change in unrealised gains or losses for the period included in profit or loss for assets held at the end of the reporting period The key unobservable input for the level 3 instruments is the discount rate and the assumption regarding the exercise of option (see Note 27). If the change in the discount rate would be shifted by +/– 5% the impact on profit or loss would be USD 3.5 million. Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 28 Note 4: Critical accounting estimates and judgments In the application of the Company's accounting policies, which are described in note 2, management is required to make judgements, estimates and assumptions about the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and other factors that are considered to be relevant. Actual results may differ from these estimates. The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an on-going basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimate is revised if the revision affects only that period or in the period of the revision and future periods if the revision affects both current and future periods. The Company makes estimates and assumptions concerning the future. The resulting accounting estimates will, by definition, rarely equal the related actual results. The following are the critical judgements and estimations, that management has made in the process of applying the entity's accounting policies and that have the most significant effect on the amounts recognised in the financial statements: Re-domiciliation to Cyprus in 2009 - Exit tax. The Company moved from Norway to Cyprus in May 2009. According to the Norwegian Tax Act Section 10-71 prevailing in 2009, a company that emigrates and ceases to be tax resident in Norway is subject to exit tax. In addition, assets and liabilities that were taken out of the Norwegian area of taxation – notwithstanding an actual emigration – were governed by the Norwegian Tax Act Section 9-14 prevailing in 2009, whereby payment of the assessed exit tax for certain assets and liabilities could be deferred until the time of realization and the tax would be abolished if these assets and liabilities were not sold within five years. Further, if these assets and liabilities were realised within this period, the actual realisation value would be used as basis for the calculation of the final exit tax if this value was lower than the estimated value on time of exit. The exit tax according to section 10-71 was calculated on any potential gain related to the assets that the exiting company owned the day preceding the re-domiciliation. The capital gain/loss was calculated as if the assets were realized for tax purposes at this time. No deferral was allowed. In contrast, capital gains on assets or shares of similar domestic transactions are not taxable until they are realized. The Company was advised that the Norwegian exit tax rules in 2009 in the Norwegian Tax Act Section 10-71 were in conflict with the European Economic Area (the “EEA”) Agreement with respect to the principle of freedom of establishment. The Company therefore filed a complaint with the EFTA Surveillance Authority (the “ESA”). In the tax return for the income year 2009, the Company maintained the view that no immediate exit tax should apply. In the event that the Group had to pay the exit tax, the Company estimated in the tax return for 2009 that the tax could be offset against available losses. In 2010, the tax office notified the Company that it was considering to assess an exit tax. On 2 March 2011, ESA sent a “reasoned opinion” to the Norwegian Ministry of Finance for failing to comply with its obligations under Articles 31, 34 and 40 of the Agreement on the European Economic Area by imposing immediate taxation on companies that transfer their seat or assets and liabilities to another EEA State and on the shareholders of such companies and for breach of the SE regulation. According to ESA, Norway is in breach of the EEA Agreement by imposing an immediate tax on companies, or the shareholders of companies, that transfer their seat to another EEA State. The Authority considers that such immediate taxation penalizes those companies that wish to leave Norway. It results in less favourable treatment compared to companies which relocate or merge within Norway. The rules in question are, therefore, likely to dissuade companies from exercising their right of freedom of establishment and, in certain circumstances, they also hinder the free movement of capital. As a result, these rules constitute unlawful restrictions according to EEA law. The Norwegian Government was requested to take the necessary measures to comply with the reasoned opinion within two months. As a consequence, the tax rules in respect of exits to EEA countries were amended with effect from 2011. The tax liability on owner and company level for companies relocating to normal tax countries within the EEA was dismantled. For companies relocating to low tax countries within the EEA the exit tax rules will not apply if the company is effectively established in the low tax country. Assets that are taken out of the Norwegian area of taxation will be governed by the existing Tax Act Section 9-14, whereby a payment of the assessed tax for physical assets can be deferred. In National Grid (C-371/10) of 29 November 2011 the ECJ found that the treaty provisions prohibits legislation of a Member State which prescribes the immediate recovery of tax on unrealized capital gains relating to assets of a Group transferring its place of effective management to another Member State at the very time of that transfer. The court further held that the legislation of a Member State must provide a choice for the relocating Group to defer the payment for the capital gains taxation until subsequent actual realization. This view is upheld in the Arcade Drilling (Case E-15/11) where the EFTA Court stated that immediate recovery of exit tax is precluded by article 31 EEA. Based on the above, the Company is of the opinion that immediate taxation in the Tax Act section 10-71 is in breach with the EEA-agreement. The Company is of the opinion that the Norwegian Tax Act Section 9-14 prevailing in 2009 is not in breach of the EEA-agreement, and thus the Company has argued that it should be subject to exit tax pursuant to section 9-14. On the 5 November 2014 the tax office delivered its exit tax decision in this case. The tax office found that the exit as such was regulated by the Tax Act section 10-71 and further that section 9-14 was inapplicable. Consequently, the tax office held that the exit tax does not allow a reduction of the estimated exit value based on actual realisation and the exit tax is not terminated within a five year period. The tax office increased the taxable income of Songa Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 29 Offshore SE by NOK 1.8 billion and the tax office set off the increased income directly against the carry forward of losses. Further the tax office did not refer the exit tax to the gain/loss account. Administratively the decision is final, and there is no further latent exit tax. The Company has decided to submit a writ on the matter. It will also be argued that section 10-71 (as it read in the 2009version) is in breach of EEA law, and that the exit tax should be regulated by section 9-14. If the court should find that section 9-14 is inapplicable, and rather apply section 10-71, the Company will argue that the exit tax nevertheless must be postponed until the time of actual realisation, as immediate exit tax is in breach of the EEA agreement. Further the Company will argue that the exit tax gain should be transferred to the company's gain/loss account. Australian withholding tax Withholding tax case Upon review of the bareboat charter arrangements entered into between Songa Offshore entities on 11 May 2009, the Commissioner of Taxation ("Commissioner") determined that Songa Offshore SE (“SOSE”) entered into or carried out the arrangements for the sole or dominant purpose of obtaining a withholding tax benefit pursuant to Part IVA of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1936. To give effect to his determination, the Commissioner imposed an administrative penalty on Songa Offshore Pte Ltd (“SOPL”) for A$31.1 m. The administrative penalty represents the withholding tax that the Commissioner purports should have been withheld from lease payments paid by Songa Offshore Pte Ltd to Songa Offshore SE in the year ended 31 December 2009 ("2010 tax year"). In addition, the Commissioner issued an amended assessment to Songa Offshore Pte Ltd for A$30.4m plus short fall interest charge of A$4.3 m. The amended assessment represents the disallowance of deductions for the lease payments during the 2010 tax year. The Commissioner has not imposed a shortfall penalty on Songa Offshore Pte Ltd. The Commissioner also served a notice of withholding tax payable on Songa Offshore SE for A$31.1 m for the 2010 tax year. The withholding tax payable by Songa Offshore SE is the same liability the subject of the administrative penalty imposed on Songa Offshore Pte Ltd. It follows that the primary tax exposure of Songa Offshore is A$31.1m. The Commissioner also imposed a scheme shortfall penalty on Songa Offshore SE for $7.8m for the 2010 tax year. Both the withholding tax and scheme shortfall penalty are subject to general interest charge. As at 31 December 2014, the total liability of Songa Offshore under the withholding tax case in respect of the 2010 tax year is A$62.1 m, inclusive of penalties and interest. It should be noted that the Commissioner has only issued notices of withholding tax payable and assessments for the 2010 tax year at this stage. The bareboat charter arrangements were retained in both the 2011 and 2012 tax years. Should the Commissioner proceed to issue notices and assessments for these years, we calculate that the total liability of Songa Offshore under the withholding tax case would increase to approximately A$88.8m, inclusive of interest and penalties. Songa Offshore strongly disputes the Commissioner's position that Part IVA applies to impose withholding tax in respect of the bareboat charter arrangements. Songa Offshore has received a legal opinion from preeminent Senior Counsel which concludes that it is not open to the Commissioner to make such a determination. The ATO General Anti-Avoidance Panel which considered the matter has acknowledged that Songa Offshore has a reasonably arguable position. Under Australian tax law, a reasonably arguable position is as likely to be correct as not correct. Songa Offshore's position in defending the withholding tax case has been enhanced by the evidence filed which highlights the unreasonableness of the Commissioner's position and has caused him to issue alternative assessments (discussed below). Alternative case In reply to the evidence filed by Songa Offshore, the Commissioner decided to pursue Songa Offshore on an alternative basis (in addition to the withholding tax case). Under the alternative case, the Commissioner contends that Songa Offshore SE entered into the bareboat charter arrangements for the dominant purpose of avoiding the inclusion of assessable income (and resulting income tax). The Commissioner’s alternative case is predicated on the hypothesis that in the absence of the bareboat charter arrangements, Songa Offshore SE would have continued to own and operate the Songa Venus and Songa Mercur rigs in Australia post-11 May 2009 and therefore would have derived drilling income in Australia post-11 May 2009. In order to give effect to the alternative case, on 25 August 2014 the Commissioner issued an alternative Part IVA determination to Songa Offshore SE and on 26 August 2014 the Commissioner issued an alternative amended assessment to Songa Offshore SE for $51.4m plus shortfall interest charge of A$17 .3m. The Commissioner also imposed a scheme shortfall penalty on Songa Offshore SE for $12.8m. The ATO have advised that the scheme shortfall penalty will be reduced should it be later determined that the income tax payable by Songa Offshore SE under the alternative case should be reduced by compensating adjustments (discussed below). It is important to note that the alternative amended assessment takes into account "primary" adjustments to include gross drilling income that the Commissioner purports would have been derived by Songa Offshore SE in the absence of the bareboat charter arrangements only. The amended assessment does not reflect operating, financing and other expenses that would be deductions allowable to Songa Offshore SE under the alternative case. The ATO is of the view that these deductions can be allowed as "compensating adjustments” to reduce Songa Offshore SE 's income tax liability at a later stage. Another consequence of the ATO's alternative case is that income tax actually paid by Songa Offshore Pte Ltd under the bareboat charter arrangements should also be refundable as compensating adjustments (on the basis Songa Offshore Pte Ltd would not be subject to income tax under the alternative case). Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 30 Taking into account these compensating adjustments, it is estimated at a high level that the primary liability of Songa Offshore for the 2010 tax year is approximately $15.1m before penalties and interest. As at 31 December 2014, the total liability of Songa Offshore under the alternative case for the 2010 tax year is approximately A$24.8m, inclusive of penalties and interest. Again, it should be noted that the Commissioner has only issued assessments for the 2010 tax year at this stage. We estimate that the total liability of Songa Offshore under the alternative case for the entire 2010 - 2012 tax year period, taking into account compensating adjustments, is approximately A$24.2m, inclusive of penalties and interest. This amount is significantly less than the withholding tax liability of A$88.8 m for the same period. Songa Offshore lodged objections with the Commissioner against the position of the ATO. The Commissioner advised that Songa Offshore’s objection in relation to the alternative case was disallowed and consequently Songa Offshore filed an appeal to Federal Court of Australia on 3 March 2015. As both the withholding tax case proceedings and the potential proceedings relating to the alternative case will rely on the same facts, the hearing date of the withholding tax case has been adjourned until 30 November 2015 to allow sufficient time for the alternative tax case to proceed to appeal stage to permit the proceedings to be heard concurrently. Any settlement outcome in respect of the Part IVA dispute would be offset by certain credits in Songa Offshore's favour. Australian tax issue on transfer pricing and depreciation The previous transfer pricing and depreciation disputes have now been settled. On 3 July 2014, Songa Offshore and the ATO agreed to settle the dispute, including income tax, shortfall interest charge, penalties and general interest for A$1.818m. This amount has been paid to the ATO in full. Income taxes, deferred taxes and indirect taxes The Company is subject to income taxes and indirect taxes according to the laws of the jurisdictions in which the Company is operating. The rigs are operating in various territories and are from time to time subject to taxation in the relevant territory due to permanent establishment taxation and subject to varying indirect tax laws. Significant judgement is required in determining the worldwide provision for income taxes and charging and handling of indirect taxes. There are many transactions and calculations for which the ultimate tax determination is uncertain. The Company recognises liabilities for anticipated tax audit issues based on estimates of whether additional taxes will be due. Where the final tax outcome of these matters is different from the amounts that were initially recorded, such differences will impact the income tax, indirect tax and deferred income tax assets and liabilities in the period in which such determination is made. Deferred tax assets are recognised for all unused tax losses to the extent that it is probable that taxable profit will be available against which the losses can be utilised. To this respect deferred tax asset is based on the assessed profits from fixed contract periods not including options to extend contract periods not yet exercised, as it cannot be assessed with reasonable certainty whether it is probable that such options will be exercised. Significant management judgment is required to determine the amount of deferred tax assets that can be recognised, based upon the likely timing and the level of future taxable profits together with future tax planning strategies. Impairment of rigs At each balance sheet date judgement is used to determine whether there is any impairment of the Company's fleet of rigs. If such an indication exists, the asset's recoverable amount is estimated. When considering impairment indicators, the Company considers both internal (e.g. adverse changes in performance) and external sources (e.g. adverse changes in the business environment). These are analysed by reviewing day rates and broker valuations. If an indicator of impairment is noted, management estimate is required to determine the amount of impairment, if any. In order to measure the potential impairment, the carrying amount of the rigs would be compared to the recoverable amount, which is the higher of value in use or fair value less costs to sell. The value in use is calculated as the present value of the expected future cash flows for the individual units, requiring significant management estimates of the proper discount rates as well as the length and amounts of cash flows. Fair value is calculated as the mean of two independent brokers’ estimates on the rig values. An impairment loss would then be recognised to the extent that the carrying amount exceeds the recoverable amount. Useful lives for depreciation of fixed assets Depreciation of rigs and fixtures is computed using the straight line method over estimated useful lives. The cost of rigs has been categorised separately by its main components, and useful lives have been determined for each component. The primary portion of the rigs is depreciated over 25 years from the day of acquisition of the rig, while other components are depreciated over their useful lives, ranging from 2.5 to 25 years. Costs which relate to special periodic surveys categorised as full are amortised over a five year period respectively. Estimates of useful lives are reviewed at each financial year end, and adjusted if appropriate. Any changes are accounted for prospectively as a change in accounting estimate. The estimated useful life of the rigs could change, resulting in different depreciation amounts in the future. Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 31 Impairment of investments in subsidiaries and associates The Company periodically evaluates the recoverability of investments in subsidiaries and associates whenever indications of impairment are present. Indicators of impairment include such items as declines in revenues, earnings or cash flows or material adverse changes in the economic or political stability of a particular country, which may indicate that the carrying amount of an asset is not recoverable. If facts and circumstances indicate that investment in subsidiaries/associates may be impaired, the estimated future undiscounted cash flows associated with these subsidiaries/ associates would be compared to their carrying amounts to determine if a write-down to fair value is necessary. Note 5: Revenue and management fee 2014 2013 79,345 32,139 111,485 110,759 19,279 29,131 159,168 Amounts in USD ‘000 Charter hire revenue (note 21) Upgrade/ special periodic survey income (note 21) Other income Total revenue The decrease in revenue in 2014 compared to 2013 is mainly due to the sale of Songa Mercur and Songa Venus on 23 July 2014. Other income mainly relates to the recognition of revenue related to investments paid by clients. Management fee 2014 2013 Management fee to Group companies (note 21) 7,183 3,264 Total management fee 7,183 3,264 2014 2013 - (444) - (444) Amounts in USD ‘000 Note 6: Other gain and loss Amounts in USD ‘000 Disposal of fixed assets Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 32 Note 7: Operating and General and administrative expenses The operating expenses are split as follows: 2014 2013 2,664 4,996 7,660 8,117 (66) 8,051 393 1,778 493 2,664 6,605 1,777 (266) 8,117 2,480 810 1,706 4,996 94 (160) (66) 2014 2013 2,056 3,981 6,037 2,134 5,356 7,490 1,052 360 442 202 2,056 932 829 312 60 2,134 2,874 327 170 436 3,807 2,850 371 1,604 531 5,356 Amounts in USD ‘000 Total rig operating expenses Total employee benefit expenses Total operating expenses Total rig operating expenses are split as follows: Repair and maintenance Other operating expenses Miscellaneous and administrative Total employee benefit expenses are split as follows: Salary Social security tax Bonus and stock based compensation General and administrative expenses are split as follows: Amounts in USD ‘000 Total administrative expenses Total employee benefit expenses Total general and administrative expenses Total administrative expenses are split as follows: Legal and consulting fees Other office costs Travel expenses Other expenses Total employee benefit expenses are split as follows: Salary Social security tax Bonus and stock based compensation Director’s fee (Note 26) Fees related to the Auditors PricewaterhouseCoopers Ltd, are included in Legal and consulting fees above. The fee is split as follows (VAT is not included): 2014 2013 100 6 106 116 5 121 Amounts in USD ‘000 Statutory audit Other assurance services Tax consultant services Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 33 Note 8: Finance income, finance costs and other financial items 2014 2013 (75,838) (3,329) (79,166) (69,259) (230) (69,489) Finance cost Interest expense to related parties (note 21) Interest expense Other finance expenses Total finance costs 27,153 69,526 104 96,783 7,272 77,794 48,299 133,365 Other financial items: Revision of estimate of financial assets Net foreign exchange loss/ (gain) Total other financial items 8,693 2,760 11,453 751 751 Amounts in USD ‘000 Finance income Interest income from related parties (note 21) Other Interest income Total finance income The interest expense decreased by USD 11.6 million mainly reflecting the positive effect of last years’ refinancing and in also the repayment of Swedbank (USD 50 million) and Statoil (USD 110 million) loans. Net finance costs in 2014 were USD 17.6 million compared to USD 63.9 million in 2013, a decrease of 72.9%. The decrease is primarily explained by the absence of the refinancing accounting effects of USD 48.2 million incurred in the corresponding prior year. Other financial items worth USD 11.5 million were recognized in 2014. USD 8.7 million is attributable to the Songa Mercur sale, where estimates for two earn-out arrangements that are now classified as financial assets have been reassessed in light of the weaker drilling market. USD 2.8 million represents realized foreign exchange losses. Note 9: Tax 2014 2013 2,396 10,305 12,700 428 16,583 17,011 2014 2013 (31,290) (3,911) 3,409 8,248 (4,977) 9,931 12,700 (44,617) (5,577) 11,821 14,725 (4,257) 5,110 7 21,802 (26,620) 17,011 Amounts in USD ‘000 Tax expense comprises: Current tax expense in respect of current year Changes in deferred tax The tax expense for the year can be reconciled to the accounting profit as follows: Amounts in USD ‘000 Loss before tax Income tax expense calculated at applicable tax rate of Cyprus of 12.5% Tax effect of expenses not deductible for tax purposes Impairment charge Tax effect of allowances and income not subject to tax Impact of change in tax rate 10% penalty on low provisional Provision for tax on assets held for sale Taxes applicable to jurisdictions other than Cyprus Tax expense recognised in statement of comprehensive income The Company was subject to income tax on taxable profits at the rate of 10% up to 31 December 2012, and at the rate of 12.5% from 1 January 2013. From 1 January 2009 onwards, under certain conditions, interest may be exempt from income tax and be subject only to special contribution for defence at the rate of 10%; increased to 15% as from 31 August 2011, and to 30% as from 29 April 2013. Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 34 In certain cases dividends received from abroad may be subject to special contribution for defence at the rate of 15%, increased to 17% as from 31 December 2011 increased to 20% as from 1 January 2012; reduced to 17% as from 1 January 2014. Note 10: Rigs, machinery and equipment Rigs Fixture Total 617,947 54 Amounts in USD ‘000 Year ended 31 December 2014 Opening net book amount Additions Machinery and equipment fully written off Book value before depreciations Total depreciation charge Impairment Closing net book amount 23,032 - 618,001 23,032 (4,047) - (4,047) 636,932 54 636,986 (66,649) (2) (66,651) (4,688) - (4,688) 565,595 52 565,647 At 31 December 2014 Cost Accumulated depreciation Net carrying amount 978,311 865 979,175 (412,716) (812) (413,528) 565,595 52 565,647 Estimated lifetime 2.5-25 years 3-10 years Depreciation rates 4%-40% 10%-33% Depreciation method Straight line Straight line Rigs Fixture Total Amounts in USD ‘000 Year ended 31 December 2013 921,398 46 921,444 Additions 60,422 11 60,433 Disposals (519) - (519) (317,951) - (317,951) Opening net book amount Reclassification to asset held for sale Book value before depreciations 663,351 57 663,408 Total depreciation charge (91,093) (3) (91,096) Reclassification to asset held for sale 137,951 - 137,951 Impairment (92,261) - (92,261) Closing net book amount 617,947 54 618,002 At 31 December 2013 Cost Accumulated depreciation Net carrying amount 964,014 865 964,879 (346,067) (810) (346,877) 617,947 54 618,002 Estimated lifetime 2.5-25 years 3-10 years Depreciation rates 4%-40% 10%-33% Depreciation method Straight line Straight line Rigs include the Songa Dee and the Songa Trym. The rigs are pledged for USD 269.3 million to secure borrowings of the Company. The Company entered into an agreement for the sale of the Songa Venus and the Songa Mercur to Opus Offshore on 25 April 2014. The transaction was closed on 23 July 2014. Due to this, the two rigs were presented as ‘assets held for sale’ in the statement of financial position until the handover date. Please also refer to note 22. The additions in rigs in 2014 mainly relate to the upgrades of the Songa Dee during its yard stay. No borrowing costs have been capitalised. Assets have been pledged to secure borrowings of the Company (see note 18). Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 35 Impairment The Company has recognised USD 64.7 million (2013: USD 92.3 million) as impairment loss. The impairment is related to the following assets: 2014 2013 Songa Mercur and Songa Venus "held for sale" Impairment of fixed assets 60,652 60,652 92,261 92,261 Machinery and equipment fully written off Total impairment 4,047 64,699 92,261 Amounts in USD ‘000 The impairment of USD 60.7 million is in relation to Songa Venus and Songa Mercur (2013: USD 92.3 million), consists of USD 4.7 million related to certain fixed assets of the two rigs that were on the rig when delivered to the buyer, USD 41.0 corresponds to the two rigs’ EBITDA in the operational period of 2014 and USD 15.0 million relates to the valuation of the two rigs, both in accordance with the accounting practice for Assets Held for Sale. During 2014, a value in use assessment was performed for Songa Dee and Songa Trym. No impairment was recognised as the value in use was higher that the book value for both rigs. The main assumptions applied in the value in use calculations are: o Weighted average cost of capital (WACC): 8.75% o Revenue: In accordance with contract revenue for fixed contract period and option period. Thereafter the Group has applied estimated contract revenue based on contracted values today for similar rigs. o Utilization: 97.00 % Please note that the assumptions above are all subject to significant judgement and that there is uncertainty to the outcome of these assumptions. Due to this uncertainty, Songa has performed sensitivity analysis of the main assumption for the two rigs further below. During 2013, an impairment assessment was performed for Songa Trym. No impairment was recognised as the value in use was higher that the book value for the rig. Songa Offshore has performed sensitivity analyses of the main assumptions above for two rigs. The main assumptions applied in the value in use calculations are the same as mentioned above. Sensitivity analyses An increase/ reduction in WACC with one percentage point, from 8.75 % to 9.75 % and 7.75%, would reduce/ increase the value in use with USD 10.2 million and USD 38.9 million respectively. A reduction of 5 % in revenue would reduce the value in use with USD 68.8 million. A reduction of 2 percentage points in utilization, from 97.00 % to 95.00 %, would reduce the value in use with USD 20.4 million. Note 11: Deferred tax Deferred tax is calculated in full on all temporary differences under the liability method using the applicable tax rates (note 9). Deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset when there is a legally enforceable right to set off current tax assets against current tax liabilities and when the deferred taxes relate to the same fiscal authority. Deferred tax assets are recognised only to the extent that they relate to foreseeable taxable profits as shown below: 2014 2013 76,077 76,077 86,344 86,344 Amounts in USD ‘000 Deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities Gross deferred tax asset on total tax losses Gross deferred tax and unrecognised tax losses Net recognised deferred tax assets As at 31 December 2014 the Company had tax losses carried forward of USD 234 million compared to USD 358 million in 2013. These losses carried forward relate mainly to Norwegian branches of the Company and have no expiry date. Deferred tax assets are recognised only to the extent that they relate to foreseeable taxable profits. Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 36 Note 12: Investments in subsidiaries 2014 2013 237,357 340,813 (1,288) 576,882 253,337 1,772 (17,752) 237,357 Amounts in USD ‘000 Balance 1 January Additions Impairment charge Balance at 31 December The increase in 2014 is mainly due to the capitalisation of the loan of Songa Delta Ltd. The impairment charge for the year 2014 of USD 1.3 million represents a reduction in the carrying value of the investment in subsidiaries, Songa Management Inc of USD 0.9 million and Songa Eclipse Limited of USD 0.4 million to reflect their recoverable amount at year end. The impairment charge performed during the year 2013 of USD 17.8 million represents a reduction in the carrying value of the investment in subsidiaries, Songa Management AS of USD 4.1 million, Songa Services AS of USD 1.5 million, Songa Offshore Pte Limited of USD 4.9 million, Songa Management Inc of USD 5.6 million and Songa Management Limited of USD 1.7 million to reflect their recoverable amount at year end. Details of the subsidiaries are as follows: Subsidiaries Deepwater Driller Ltd Pegasus Invest Pte Ltd Songa Offshore Equipment Rental Ltd (previously Shenga Trading Ltd) Songa Offshore Equipment Rental AS Songa Offshore T&P Cyprus Ltd Songa Offshore T&P UK Ltd Songa Offshore T&P Norway AS Songa Offshore Delta Ltd Songa Offshore Eclipse Ltd Songa Offshore Eclipse Management Pte Ltd Songa Offshore Enabler Ltd Songa Offshore Encourage Ltd Songa Offshore Endurance Ltd Songa Offshore Equinox Ltd Songa Offshore Management AS Songa Offshore Management Inc Songa Offshore Management Ltd Songa Offshore Drilling Ltd Songa Offshore Malaysia Sdn.Bhd Songa Offshore Pte Ltd Songa Offshore Pty Ltd Songa Offshore Rig AS Songa Offshore Rig 2 AS Songa Offshore Rig 3 AS Songa Offshore Saturn Ltd Songa Offshore Saturn Chartering Pte Ltd Songa Offshore Services AS Songa Offshore Services International AS Country of Incorporation 2014 2013 Cayman Islands Singapore Cyprus 100 100 100 100 100 100 Norway Cyprus United Kingdom Norway Cyprus Cyprus Singapore Cyprus Cyprus Cyprus Cyprus Norway USA Cyprus Cyprus Malaysia Singapore Australia Norway Norway Norway Cyprus Singapore Norway Norway 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 * * Beneficiary owner The shares of the Company in Songa Offshore Delta Ltd, Songa Offshore Pte Ltd, Songa Offshore Drilling Ltd and Songa Offshore Rig AS are pledged as security for the borrowings of the Company (note 18). Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 37 Note 13: Other assets 2014 2013 1,481 2,000 1,788 3,383 8,652 319 971 2,773 4,063 Amounts in USD ‘000 Deposits Other receivables VAT receivables Earned revenue Other assets The fair values of trade and other assets due within one year approximate to their carrying amounts as presented above. Note 14: Current tax assets 2014 2013 2,666 3,019 2,666 3,019 2014 2013 795,678 1,454 797,132 990,587 333 990,920 194,253 16 194,269 396,302 18 396,320 2014 2013 193,797 387,666 193,797 102 370 194,269 387,666 124 8,530 396,320 Amounts in USD ‘000 Corporation tax Note 15: Credit quality of financial assets Amounts in USD ‘000 Fully performing other receivables Group 1* Group 2* Cash at bank and short term bank deposits Aa3 Caa3 *Group 1: Companies within the Group *Group 2: Third Party Customers Note 16: Cash and cash equivalents Amounts in USD ‘000 Cash at the bank and in hand Cash and cash equivalents for the purpose of the cash flow statement Escrow account regarding employee’s tax Cash collateral Total cash and cash equivalents Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 38 Note 17: Share capital and Share premium Number of shares (000) Share capital Share premium Cost of share capital Total issued capital 1 January 2013 Issue of share capital 31 December 2013 202,913 610,000 812,913 31,191 92,256 123,447 484,188 157,965 642,153 (9,887) (14,258) (24,145) 505,492 235,963 741,455 1 January 2014 Issue of share capital 31 December 2014 812,913 61,000 873,913 123,447 9,314 132,761 642,153 16,181 658,334 (24,155) (126) (24,281) 741,445 25,369 766,814 Amounts in USD ‘000 Issued capital On 26 February 2014 the Company announced the completion of the subsequent offering of 61 million shares at NOK 2.50 per share. The total number of issued shares as at 31 December 2014 was 873,912,544, each with a par value of EUR 0.11. On 23 December 2013 the Company announced the completion of the private placement dated 23 December 2013, directed towards existing shareholders and new investors. The Private Placement was significantly over subscribed, and the Board of Directors of the Company resolved the completion of the Private Placement. The Company allocated 610,000,000 new shares at a price of NOK 2.50 per share in the private placement, with gross proceeds of NOK 1,525 million (USD 250.0 million). Note 18: Borrowings 2014 2013 212,161 282,292 109,649 604,102 265,669 337,089 103,584 706,342 167,874 167,874 24,261 327,770 352,031 771,976 1,058,373 Amounts in USD ‘000 Non-current Bank loans and other facilities Bond loans Convertible bond Current Bank loan related to 'asset held for sale' Bank loans and other facilities Total borrowings As of 31 December 2014, total drawn and outstanding debt for the Company based on principal amounts, including cross currency swaps, amounted to USD 913.3 million. Drawn and outstanding debt consisted of the following: o o o o o USD 277.8 million outstanding of the bank facility that the Company entered into in October 2010, with a LIBOR + 2.93% margin. The loan is repaid with quarterly instalments until final maturity in October 2016, on which date a balloon payment of USD 177.9 million is due. USD 183.9 million outstanding under the senior unsecured NOK 1,400 million bond issued in November 2011. The NOK bond carries an 8.40% fixed interest. In December 2013 and following the restructuring the full NOK 1.400 million bond was swapped to USD 250.0 million at a fixed coupon of 7.73%. The swap matures with the maturity of the NOK bond in May 2018. Upon maturity the bond will be repaid at 103.5% of par value. USD 92.2 million outstanding under the senior unsecured NOK 750.0 million bond issued in June 2012. The NOK bond carries a 7.50% fixed interest. In December 2013 and following the restructuring the full amount NOK 750 million bond was swapped to USD 124.7 million at a fixed coupon of 7.37%. The swap matures with the maturity of the NOK bond in December 2018 USD 110.8 million outstanding under the Statoil credit facility established in June 2012. The interest rate is 3 months LIBOR + 4.75%. The remaining balance shall be repaid equally upon delivery of each of the Cat D 1 and 2 from the yard. USD 150.0 million outstanding under the convertible bond issued in December 2013. USD 103.6 million of the convertible bond is classified as a non-current liability, according to IAS 32: Financial Instruments: Presentation. The balance of USD 43.5 million was according to the same accounting standard recognized as equity at initial recognition. The convertible bond has a conversion price of USD 0.51032, semi-annual coupon payments at 4.00% per annum and matures in December 2019. Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 39 On 31 December 2014 the cash balance in the Company was USD 194.3 million while the requirement in the Company’s loan agreements is being no less than USD 50.0 million. As of 31 December 2013 the Company has classified USD 24.3 million as bank loan related to ‘asset held for sale’ in relation to the sale of Songa Venus and Songa Mercur to Opus Offshore. Overview of carrying amount at year end Carrying amount 2014 2013 Fair value 2014 2013 388.5 246.4 118.9 630.7 342.3 103.6 Amounts in USD million Bank borrowings Bond loans Convertible bond 380.0 282.3 109.6 617.7 337.1 103.6 The fair value of bank borrowings equals their nominal amount. The bond borrowings are presented at fair value based on the last observable closing price at 31 December. The fair values are within level 2 of the fair value hierarchy. At 23 December 2013, the Company issued convertible bonds at a conversion price of USD 0.51032 with semi-annual coupon payments at 4.00% per annum. The bonds mature five years from the issue date at their nominal value. The values of the liability component and the equity conversion component were determined at the issuance of the bond. The convertible bond recognised in the balance sheet is calculated as follows: 2014 2013 150,000 (39,538) (6,878) 103,584 12,072 (6,000) 1 (8) 109,649 150,000 (39,538) (6,878) 103,584 103,584 2014 2013 2.4 - 3.2 4.9 Amounts in USD ‘000 Face value of convertible bond issued on 23 December 2013 Equity component Cost of issuance Liability component on initial recognition at 23 December 2013 Interest expense Interest paid Fees expensed Fees paid Liability component at 31 December Accrued interest split included in other liabilities Amounts in USD million Bank borrowings Bond loans Details regarding borrowings Facility Original amount Statoil USD 110.8 Syndicate USD 277.8 Bond loan NOK 1,400.0 Bond loan NOK 750.0 Convertible bond USD 103.6 Interest 3M Libor + 4.75% margin 3M Libor + 2.93% margin Swapped to USD 250.0 and fixed interest 7.73% Swapped to USD 124.7 and fixed interest 7.37% Fixed 4% Down payment Ballon payment on maturity Quarterly - - Upon Cat D 1 + 2 Delivery Quarterly USD 14.3 USD 177.9 20 October 2016 Semi-annual - - 17 May 2018 Semi-annual - - 11 December 2018 Semi-annual - - 23 December 2019 Interest pmt frequency Maturity date Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 40 Note 19: Other liabilities 2014 2013 1,501 234 1,064 2,439 4,515 9,911 19,664 2,903 257 4,170 3,239 4,892 15,462 Amounts in USD ‘000 Accrued Salaries Wages + Compensation Withholding Tax Accruals Bank loan interest Bond loan interest Songa Venus BBC/Opex liability Other liabilities Total other liabilities The Company has recognised an onerous obligation of USD 2.9 million for the payment of certain bareboat charter expense and certain other administrative expenses of USD 1.6 million in relation the leaseback of the Songa Venus, since the unavoidable costs of meeting the obligations under the contract exceed the economic benefits expected to be received under it. Both obligations are presented in the above table under “Songa Venus BBC/Opex liability”. Amounts paid for these liabilities during 2014 amounted to USD 2.6 million. Note 20: Share based compensation At year end 2014 the Company operates a cash-settled share-based compensation plan and an equity settled plan for management. Cash settled synthetic options – (SAR) In 2009 the Company established a program based on cash settled synthetic options, also known as stock appreciation rights (SAR). The synthetic shares have been granted by Songa Offshore SE and are based on the share price of the ultimate parent, Songa Offshore SE, whereas the employees are in different subsidiaries. Settlement of the synthetic share options will be done by funds from Songa Offshore SE, but actual payment will be done by each subsidiary/branch in order to comply with local tax and reporting requirements. Synthetic share options are granted to directors and to selected employees. The exercise price of the granted options is equal to the market price of the shares at the date the options are granted. Options are conditional on the employee completing 36 months of service. “Vested” means that no rights are earned until after 12 months. Further, any person leaving the Company may only exercise options fully vested at the time. Finally, all options are immediately exercisable in case of a change of control or a successful offer for the Company. The Option series are vested and exercisable as follows: o o o o o Options in Option series 1 (labelled 1 in table below) are vested at 31 December 2012. The options may be exercised at any time over the following 36 months. Options in Option series 2 (labelled 2 in the table below) are vested 31 December 2013. The options may be exercised at any time over the following 36 months. Options in Option series 3 (labelled 3 in the table below) will be fully vested 31 December 2014. The options may be exercised at any time over the following 36 months. Options in Option series 4 (labelled 4 in the table below) will be fully vested 31 December 2015. The options may be exercised at any time over the following 36 months. Options in Option series 5 (labelled 5 in the table below) will be fully vested 31 December 2016. The options may be exercised at any time over the following 36 months. Options were priced using Black & Scholes option pricing model. Where relevant, the expected life used in the model has been adjusted based on management’s best estimate for the effects of non-transferability, exercise restrictions, and behavioural considerations. Option series 06.2012 - 1 06.2012 - 2 01.2013 - 2 01.2013 - 3 01.2013 - 4 05.2013 - 3 05.2013 - 4 05.2013 - 5 Outstanding options Grant date Expiry date Exercise price Weighted average fair value at yearend 2014 48,754 24,377 139,762 16,251 16,251 270,857 270,859 270,859 01.06.2012 01.06.2012 08.01.2013 08.01.2013 08.01.2013 21.05.2013 21.05.2013 21.05.2013 31.12.2015 31.12.2016 31.12.2015 31.12.2016 31.12.2017 21.05.2016 21.05.2017 21.05.2018 NOK 18.30 NOK 18.30 NOK 7.54 NOK 7.54 NOK 7.54 NOK 6.05 NOK 6.05 NOK 6.05 NOK 0.0000 NOK 0.0151 NOK 0.0014 NOK 0.1117 NOK 0.2197 NOK 0.0380 NOK 0.2100 NOK 0.3173 Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 41 Overview of carrying amount at year end 2014 2013 Weighted average exercise price Options Weighted average exercise price Option activity Options Balance at beginning of year Granted Transferred in Transferred out Modification/ Dividends Forfeited Expired Balance at year end 416,000 500,000 -75,000 525,749 -349,407 1,017,342 NOK 18.19 NOK 6.05 NOK 13.99 NOK 6.05 NOK 16.01 NOK 14.57 NOK 4.23 830,000 258,000 -432,000 -240,000 416,000 NOK 22.57 NOK 6.61 NOK 19.42 NOK 22.47 NOK 14.46 443,122 NOK 9.21 260,000 NOK 23.33 Vested options Due to issuance of new shares 2013 and 2014 the options in all series were adjusted in order to maintain their value. The adjustment was made according to rules set by the Oslo Stock Exchange. Outstanding options Vested options Outstanding options 31 December 2014 Weighted average remaining contractual life Weighted average exercise price Vested options 31 December 2014 Weighted average exercise price 1,017,342 1.93 NOK 6.95 443,122 NOK 9.21 Out of the 1,017,342 outstanding options, nil options were exercisable. Fully vested options are not exercisable when the market value of the share is below the exercise price. The cost related to share options in Songa Offshore SE is related to the Songa Offshore SE NUF branch. The recording of the share options related to the other subsidiaries, namely, Songa Management Ltd, Songa Management AS and Songa Offshore Pte Ltd is shown as an investment and nothing is recorded to the statement of comprehensive income. Equity settled long term incentive plan (LTIP) The equity settled plan (Long Term Incentive Plan, or “LTIP”) is in the form of restricted share units (RSU) granted to directors and to selected employees. Each RSU gives the right to receive one share upon vesting. The fair value of each RSU is calculated when the RSU is awarded to each employee and recognised on a straight line basis over the vesting period. Any person leaving the Company may only exercise RSU fully vested at the time. Finally, all RSU are immediately exercisable in case of a change of control or a successful offer for the Company. The RSUs series are vested and exercisable as follows: o o RSU in series 1 are vested and exercisable at 1 July 2015 RSU in series 2 are vested and exercisable at 1 January 2016 All RSU were granted in 2014 at a fair value of NOK 1.95. RSU were priced using Black & Scholes pricing model. RSU series Outstanding RSU Grant date Vesting date Fair value 11.2014 - 1 450,447 13.11.2014 01.07.2015 NOK 1.95 11.2014 - 2 450,448 13.11.2014 01.01.2016 NOK 1.95 Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 42 Overview of RSU at year end 2014 RSU activity Balance at beginning of year Granted Exercised Modification/Dividends Forfeited Expired Balance at year end RSU 900,895 900,895 2013 Weighted average fair value Options Weighted average fair value NOK 1.95 NOK 1.95 - - Out of the 900,895 outstanding RSU NIL were exercisable at 31 December 2014.. The Company has recognised a cost of USD 0.3 million in 2014 related to the RSU with corresponding credit in other reserves.. Note 21: Related party transactions The largest shareholder of Songa Offshore, Perestroika AS, a company controlled by the Chairman, Mr. Frederik W. Mohn, holds (together with related parties) a total of 50.21% of the shares in the Company. Related party transactions Charter hire revenue 2014 2013 59,227 20,118 79,345 60,351 50,408 110,759 Amounts in USD ‘000 Songa Offshore Rig AS Songa Offshore Pte Limited Management fee The Company has not received any management fee from related parties during 2014 (2013: USD NIL million). The Company paid USD 7.2 million in management fee to related parties during 2014 compared to USD 3.3 million in 2013. Upgrade / Special Periodic Survey income 2014 2013 - 19,279 - 19,279 Amounts in USD ‘000 Songa Offshore Rig AS Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 43 Upgrade / Special Periodic Survey expenses 2014 2013 - 6,498 - 6,498 2014 2013 8,839 7,670 928 615 21,762 39,814 22,201 3,864 6,367 1,655 54,897 88,983 2014 2013 7,597 29,672 1,132 3,809 1,629 5 704 710 45,257 23,275 35,775 1,132 5 60,187 Amounts in USD ‘000 Songa Offshore Rig AS Dividend income from subsidiaries Amounts in USD ‘000 Songa Offshore Services International AS * Songa Offshore Services AS * Songa Offshore Management Inc Songa Offshore Management AS * Songa Offshore Rig AS * *Dividend relates to group contribution in Norway. Year – end Balances Receivables from subsidiaries Amounts in USD ‘000 Songa Offshore Rig AS Songa Offshore Pte Ltd Songa Offshore Drilling Ltd Songa Offshore Equinox Ltd Songa Offshore Endurance Ltd Songa Offshore Delta Ltd Songa Offshore Enabler Ltd Songa Offshore Encourage Ltd During 2013, the Company impaired the receivable from Songa Offshore Pte Ltd by USD 7.8 million. Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 44 Loans to subsidiaries Subject to an interest calculation of 4.5% + 3MUSD libor. 2014 2013 155,181 166,957 164,508 162,399 23,300 15,169 115 45 36,686 324 1,731 80 320 167 9,312 9,286 4,842 750,421 141,825 194,478 119,638 120,372 337,311 7,263 5,364 4,125 23 930,400 2014 2013 3,406 6,427 90 56 9,979 3,406 1,898 75 5,378 2014 2013 151,687 22,874 6,625 89,393 69,098 8,840 9,222 781 358,519 137,572 35,775 8,798 52,232 69,287 8,567 4,895 7,468 19,835 608 345,037 Amounts in USD ‘000 Songa Offshore Endurance Ltd Songa Offshore Equinox Ltd Songa Offshore Enabler Ltd Songa Offshore Encourage Ltd Songa Offshore Delta Ltd Songa Offshore Management Ltd Songa Offshore Management AS Songa Offshore Malaysia Sdn. Bhd Songa Offshore Equipment Rental Ltd Songa Offshore Rig AS Songa Offshore T&P Cyprus Ltd Songa Offshore T&P UK Ltd Songa Offshore T&P Norway AS Songa Offshore Rig 2 AS Songa Offshore Rig 3 AS Songa Offshore Services AS Songa Offshore Services International AS Songa Offshore Saturn Ltd Payables to subsidiaries Amounts in USD ‘000 Songa Offshore Malaysia Sdn. Bhd Songa Offshore Management Ltd Songa Offshore Management AS Songa Offshore T&P Cyprus Ltd Loans from subsidiaries Subject to an interest calculation of 4.5% + 3MUSD libor. Amounts in USD ‘000 Songa Offshore Saturn Ltd Songa Offshore Pte Ltd Songa Offshore Saturn Chartering Pte Ltd Songa Offshore Drilling Ltd Songa Offshore Eclipse Ltd Songa Offshore Services International AS Songa Offshore Services AS Songa Offshore Management AS Pegasus Invest Pte Ltd Songa Offshore Rig AS Songa Management Inc Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 45 Inter Company Finance Income 2014 2013 18,793 13,576 16,805 9,117 8,623 1,646 381 90 219 21 9 140 98 1,681 9 42 4,578 5 4 75,838 2,558 13,726 14,222 6,681 6,330 1,238 578 497 86 22,509 782 18 33 69,259 2014 2013 269 1,366 504 1,503 285 8,940 1,596 1,890 1,499 3,032 5,958 60 250 27,153 2,070 2,140 396 1,174 499 757 212 24 7,272 Amounts in USD ‘000 Songa Offshore Delta Ltd Songa Offshore Endurance Ltd Songa Offshore Equinox Ltd Songa Offshore Enabler Ltd Songa Offshore Encourage Ltd Songa Offshore Management Ltd Songa Offshore Management AS Songa Offshore Drilling Ltd Songa Offshore Malaysia Sdh Bhd Songa Offshore Delta Ltd Songa Offshore Saturn Chartering Pte Ltd, EG Branch Songa Offshore Equipment Rental Ltd Songa Offshore Eclipse Management Pte Ltd Songa Offshore Pte Ltd Songa Offshore Services AS Songa Offshore Services International AS Songa Offshore T&P Cyprus Ltd Songa Offshore T&P UK Ltd Songa Offshore Rig AS Songa Offshore Rig 2 AS Songa Offshore Rig 3 AS Inter Company Finance Expense Amounts in USD ‘000 Pegasus Invest Pte Ltd Songa Offshore Pte Ltd Songa Offshore Services AS Songa Offshore Services International AS Songa Offshore Saturn Chartering Pte Limited Songa Offshore Rig AS Songa Offshore Drilling Ltd Songa Offshore Saturn Limited Songa Offshore Enabler Ltd Songa Offshore Encourage Ltd Songa Offshore Endurance Ltd Songa Offshore Equinox Ltd Songa Offshore Management AS Songa Offshore Management Ltd Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 46 Remuneration to key management and to the Board of Directors Remuneration 2014: Pension Benefits in kind Severance payment Annual Leave Paid out of options exercised Total 109 39 49 - - - 963 766 109 39 49 - - - 963 - - - - - - - - - 201 - - - - - - - 201 77 - - - - - - - 77 75 - - - - - - - 75 73 - - - - - - - 73 5 - - - - 65 - - 70 Director's fee Salary Bonus - 766 - Amounts in USD '000 Executive management: Jan Rune Steinsland - CFO Total remuneration executive management Board of Directors: Frederik W. Mohn - Chairman (appointed 24 January 2014) Michael Mannering board member (appointed 24 January 2014) Arnaud Bobillier - board member Jon E. Bjorstad - board member (appointed 24 January 2014) Christina Ioannidou - board member (appointed 24 January 2014) Nancy Erotocritou - board member (resiged 24 January 2014) Steven James McTiernan (resigned 24 January 2014) Total remuneration Board of Directors 5 436 65 - - 70 - - 130 - - 566 Severance payment Annual Leave Paid out of options exercised Total Remuneration in 2013: Director's fee Salary Bonus Pension Benefits in kind - 325 1,117 12 66 - - - 1,520 - 346 204 - 4 926 81 - 1,561 - 671 1,321 12 70 926 81 - 3,081 143 - - - - - - - 143 Amounts in USD '000 Executive management: Jan Rune Steinsland - CFO (appointed 4 November 2013) Geir Magne Karlsen - CFO (resigned 4 November 2013) Total remuneration executive management Board of Directors: Michael Mannering - chairman (appointed 06 June 2013) Jens Wilhelmsen - chairman (resigned 06 June 2013) Arne Blystad - board member (resinged 25 November 2013) Frederik W. Mohn (appointed 06 June 2013) Erik Østbye - board member (resigned 06 June 2013) Nancy Erotocritou - board member (resiged 24 January 2014) Arnaud Bobillier - board member (appointed 08 January 2013) Steven James McTiernan (resigned 24 January 2014) Total remuneration Board of Directors 44 63 44 - - - - - - - 63 40 35 40 - - - - - - - 35 70 70 70 - - - - - - - 70 68 - - - - - - - 68 533 - - - - - - - 533 Key executive management consists of Company executive management being: Chief Financial Officer - CFO, for whom remuneration is disclosed separately above. Up to the date of his resignation, Mr Jens Wilhelmsen, Chairman of the Board and interim CEO received a consultancy fee of USD 75,000 per month up to April 2013. From May 2013 up to September 2013 the consultancy fee received from Mr Wilhelmsen was reduced to USD 50,000 per month. On September 2013 Mr Wilhelmsen received a lump sum fee of USD 250,000 which was agreed between him and Songa as a final payment for his services. The CFO is included in the defined benefit plan for qualifying employees of the Norwegian branch of Songa Offshore SE. Under the plan, the employees are entitled to retirement benefits of 70% of final salary, limited to twelve times the national insurance base amount (Folketrygdens grunnbeløp (G)), on attainment of a retirement age from 62 to 67. No other post-retirement Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 47 benefits are provided to the executive management (see note 23). On 4 November 2013, Mr Geir Karlsen resigned from his position as a CFO. As a result Mr Karlsen has received the amount of USD 926 thousand as a severance payment. The Company has one cash settled and one equity settled program per 31 December 2014 (see note 20). The remuneration to the members of the Board is determined on an annual basis. The directors will be reimbursed for, inter alia, travelling and other expenses incurred by them in attending meetings of the Board. A director who has been given a special assignment beside the normal duties of a member of the Board may be paid such extra remuneration as the Board may determine. In addition to the directorship fees paid to Mrs Nancy Erotocritou and Mr James Mc Tiernan for 2013, both members also received an amount of USD 70 as a compensation for loss of office. No loans or guarantees are granted to the Chairman, member of the Board, CEO, employees, management, shareholders or other related parties to any of these groups. The executive management has not received any other remuneration from the Company other than what is disclosed above. There has been no additional remuneration for any special services exceeding the normal work scope of executive management. Note 22: Asset held for sale On 25 April 2014, the Company entered into an agreement with Opus Offshore Group (“Opus Offshore”) to sell the Songa Mercur and the Songa Venus to Opus Offshore, and the establishment of a strategic joint venture drilling management company (“the Songa-Opus JV”). The rigs were formally delivered to Opus Offshore on 23 July 2014. The 2013 and 2014 financials were prepared in accordance with IFRS 5. The two rigs were classified as short term assets, under “assets held for sale” until the rigs were delivered to Opus on 23 July 2014. In accordance with the agreement the EBITDA earned from 1 January 2014 to the date of the disposal was for the benefit of Opus Offshore (reduction of the acquisition price) therefore the revenue and operating expenses were recognised by the Group till the disposal, and at the same time the “assets held for sale” value was reduced by the same amount with a corresponding impairment expense presented in the income statement (see note 10). The corresponding bank debt to be settled in connection with the delivery of the rig to Opus Offshore was presented as short term bank debt related to ‘asset held for sale’. The difference between the net selling price and the carrying amount of the rig has been recognised as impairment (see note 10). Note 23: Retirement benefit plans The Company operates both funded defined benefit plans and defined contribution plans. In a defined contribution plan the Company is responsible for paying an agreed contribution to the employee’s pension assets. The employee bears the risk related to the investment return on the pension assets. In a defined benefit plan, the company is responsible for paying an agreed pension to the employee based on his or her final pay. The defined benefit plans of the Company are limited to subsidiaries in Norway. For the defined benefit plans the principal assumptions used for the purpose of the actuarial valuations were as follows: 2014 2013 2.30% 2.30% 2.75% 2.50% 0.0 % 4.10% 4.10% 3.75% 3.50% 0.60% 0-8% IR02-level K2013 BE K2013 BE 0-8% IR02-level K2013 BE K2013 BE Amounts in USD ‘000 Economic assumptions Discount rate Expected return on plan assets Expected rate of salary increase Adjustment of base amount in national insurance (G) Pension adjustment Actuarial assumptions Expected voluntary retirement before age of retirement Withdrawal rates before retirement age Disability rate Death rate Probability of marriage Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 48 Amounts recognised in profit or loss in respect of the defined benefit plans are: 2014 2013 56 2 1 7 67 74 10 (2) 11 93 2014 2013 97 141 238 (307) (31) (338) Amounts in USD ‘000 Current service cost Interest Administration cost Payroll tax Total pension cost Amounts in USD ‘000 Effect on equity due to transition to IAS 19R - Opening Balance (pr 1.1) Re-measurements loss (gain) to OCI Post-employment benefit reserve (pr 31.12) The charge for the year is included in the General and administrative cost for the onshore based employees and in the Operating expenses for the offshore based employees in the statement of comprehensive income. Estimated pension cost for 2014 is USD 7.7 million. Estimated payment for 2015 is USD 12.2 million. The estimated cost is converted from NOK to USD using the exchange rate at year end 2014. 2014 2013 Projected benefit obligation Plan assets at market value Funded status (underfunded) 447 150 (297) 471 211 (260) Unrecognized net experience loss/(gain) Payroll tax Net liability for defined benefit obligations (297) (260) Amounts in USD ‘000 Movements in the present value of the defined benefit obligations in the current period were as follows: 2014 2013 370 59 15 (14) 17 447 374 88 14 (14) 9 471 2014 2013 166 8 (124) 115 (14) 150 135 3 (22) 109 (14) 211 Amounts in USD ‘000 Opening defined benefit obligation Current service cost Interest cost Payroll tax of employer contribution, assets Actuarial loss (gain) Closing defined benefit obligation - estimated Movements in the present value of the plan assets in the current period were as follows: Amounts in USD ‘000 Opening balance of plan assets Expected return on plan assets Actuarial loss Employer contribution Payroll tax of employer contribution, assets Closing balance of plan assets - estimated Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 49 Major categories of plan assets were as follows: 2014 2013 7.2% 4.0 % 15.3% 23.5% 32.6% 14.2% 3.2% 100.0% 6.3 % 3.4 % 14.2 % 26.2 % 34.5 % 14.9 % 0.5 % 100.0% 17 124 141 9 22 31 Amounts in USD ‘000 Equities Alternative investments Bonds and other security Cash / Money market Bonds held to maturity Properties and real estate Other Total Experience adjustments on plan liabilities, loss/(gain) Experience adjustments on plan assets, loss (gain) Total The sensitivity of the defined benefit obligation to changes in the weighted principal assumptions is: Impact on defined benefit obligation Change in assumption Increase in assumption Decrease in assumption Discount rate Salary growth rate Pension growth rate 0.5%-points 0.5%-points 0.5%-points -12.1 % 2.2 % 8.6 % 19.3 % -3.0 % 2.1 % Life expectancy 1 year Increase by 1 year in assumption Decrease by 1 year in assumption 2.3 % -2.2 % The above sensitivity analysis is based on a change in assumption while holding all other assumptions constant. In practice, this is unlikely to occur, and changes in some of the assumptions may be correlated. When calculating the sensitivity of the defined benefit obligation to significant actuarial assumptions the same method has been applied as when calculating the pension liability recognised within the statement of financial position. In 2013 the Company implemented the amended standard IAS 19 Employee benefits from 1 January 2013, with full retrospective application. Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 50 Note 24: Financial Assets Overview of financial assets at 31 December 2014 2013 16,823 24,269 12,630 53,722 - Amounts in USD ‘000 Investment in JV Net Seller’s Credit Songa Mercur Contract Coverage At 31 December Investment in JV On 23 July 2014 the Company entered into a joint arrangement for the operation of the two rigs disposed with Opus Offshore Group. The Company has in substance disposed 100% of the two rigs and 50% of its non-Norwegian business to Opus. Joint arrangements are economic co-operations between two or more parties that are bound by a contractual agreement to share control. Joint control is established by a contractual arrangement that requires unanimous agreement on decisions made on relevant activities. The Company has provided an option to Opus Offshore to acquire Songa Offshore's 50% stake in the JV for USD 20 million, exercisable only upon the expiry of thirty (30) months from 25 April 2014. After the expiry of thirty months (call option commencement date), Opus is entitled to exercise the call option at any time within a period of twelve (12) months (call option validity period) at a price of USD 20 million. If Opus exercises the call option after the call option validity period, the price Opus shall pay for all Songa’s shares shall be fair market value. This option is not currently deemed substantive and therefore does not indicate that the Company is not able to exercise joint control over the operations of the joint venture. Management agreement The JV has two management agreements in place for the operation of the Songa Mercur and the Songa Venus. Each management agreement consist of two revenue elements, one fixed daily fee of USD 7,500 and a variable fee of 20% of the two rig’s generated EBITDA. Service agreement JV has a service agreement with Songa Offshore SE with a fixed daily fee of USD 3,500 for each of the two rigs, with three years duration. The service agreement will be terminated in the event that Opus Offshore exercises the call option. JV Profit The profit generated from the JV activities will be distributed in the form of annual dividends to the joint ventures, Songa Offshore SE and Opus Offshore. In addition in accordance with the JV agreement all the JV accounting profits should be distributed to the two 50% each shareholders. The JV has been recognised by Songa at a fair value of US$15million, which is the estimated fair value using a discount rate of 21,5% based on the projected cash flows given its right to receive cash out of this arrangement. The entitlement of the Company to this minimum dividend distribution creates a financial asset for the Company, as the Company has the contractual right to receive these dividends, the distribution of which is not at the discretion of the JV. The management has assessed that the correct classification of this financial asset is as available-for-sale. The following table presents the changes in Investment in JV for the year ended 31 December 2014 2014 2013 16,000 823 16,823 - Amounts in USD ‘000 At 1 January Additions Interest income At 31 December The joint venture listed below has share capital consisting solely of ordinary shares, which is held directly by the group. Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 51 Nature of investment in joint ventures 2014: Name of entity Place of business/ country of incorporation % of ownership interest Nature of the relationship Measurement method Singapore 50 Joint venture Available for sale financial assets Songa Opus Offshore Drilling Pte Ltd Summarised balance sheet 2014 2013 7,598 9,686 17,284 - (2,425) (10,844) (13,269) - 19 - 4,034 - 2014 2013 Amounts in USD ‘000 Current Cash and cash equivalents Other current assets (excluding cash) Total current assets Financial liabilities (excluding trade payables) Other current liabilities (including trade payables) Total current liabilities Non-current Assets Net assets Summarised statement of comprehensive income Amounts in USD ‘000 Revenue Expenses Depreciation and amortisation Net foreign exchange loss Profit (loss) before tax Income tax (expense) credit Profit (loss) for the year 4,072 (1,684) (1) (8) 2,379 (345) 2,034 - Net Seller’s Credit The Net seller's credit is part of the proceeds for the sale of Songa Venus. A deferred consideration of USD 34.2 million which is payable to Songa Offshore on (or before) 31 December 2017 and structured as seller's credit secured with a 2nd priority mortgage over Songa Venus and a Parent Company Guarantee from the Opus Offshore Group. The fair value of the financial assets at 31 December was: 2014 2013 23,024 1,245 24,269 - Amounts in USD ‘000 At 1 January Additions Interest income At 31 December Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 52 Songa Mercur Contract Coverage The Songa Mercur Contract Coverage is part of the proceeds of the sale of Songa Mercur. The earn out mechanism is up to USD 21.7 million, to be paid proportionally to the Songa Offshore based on Songa Mercur employment between 1 January 2014 and commencement of SPS in 2015 and to be paid in 2015 or early 2016 depending on SPS criteria. 2014 2013 16,724 (4,999) 905 12,630 - Amounts in USD ‘000 At 1 January Additions Revision of estimated receipt of cash flows Interest income At 31 December - Songa Mercur EBITDA upside The Songa Mercur EBITDA upside is part of the proceeds of the sale of Songa Mercur where Songa Offshore is entitled to receive from Opus Offshore 20% of the cumulative Songa Mercur EBITDA exceeding USD 105 million between 1 January 2014 and 31 May 2017, to be paid no later than 31 July 2017. 2014 2013 3,505 (3,694) 189 - - Amounts in USD ‘000 At 1 January Additions Revision of estimated receipt of cash flows Interest income At 31 December - Note 25: Contingent liabilities Other than the possible tax exposures in Norway and Australia which are fully disclosed in note 4, a former shareholder and former member of the board of the Company, initiated a litigation against the Company and certain subsidiaries in respect of the “Songa” name, asking those companies to cease using the word “Songa” as part of their companies’ names. The court proceeding in relation to this case has been scheduled on 13 October, 2015, in the Oslo City Court. The Company believes that this claim is without merit, and so was confirmed by the opinion of external counsel. The Group does not expect the outcome (even if negative) resulting from this litigation to have material adverse impact on the financial position and/or results of operations of the Group. However, the Group cannot predict with certainty the outcome or effect of this matter. The Group is also engaged in normal legal proceedings which are not expected to have a material impact on the financial statements. Note 26: Commitments The Company's rigs are leased under operating leases to its subsidiaries. The future minimum lease payments receivable under non-cancellable operating leases are as follows: 2014 2013 18,800 60,000 78,800 81,368 97,636 179,004 Amounts in USD ‘000 No later than 1 year Later than 1 year and no later than 5 years The Company had no capital or other commitments as at 31 December 2014. Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 53 Note 27: Significant events after the end of the financial year Songa Offshore has agreed with Statoil to extend the exercise date for the first one-year Songa Trym option from 3 March 2015 to 3 September 2015. In the Board meeting on 18 February 2015, Johan Kr. Mikkelsen was appointed as new Director. Jon Bjørstad resigned from the BOD. Note 28: Changes in presentation During the year the foreign exchange forward hedge was discontinued. The change in mark to market valuations of foreign exchange forward transactions are recognized through Other Financial Items, while before the change in mark to market valuations were recognized to Other Comprehensive Income and reflected in Other Gains/Losses in the Statement of Comprehensive Income when realized. This change reflects that the foreign exchange forward hedge is not regarded as a Perfect Hedge. In addition the Net foreign exchange gain /loss and the Currency element in currency and interest swaps, previously presented under Other Gain/Loss in the Statement of Income, were presented under Other Financial Items in the Statement of Income. The Company believes that the new presentation provides more relevant information, and it is in line with industry practise. The Comparable figures for 2013 have been restated. Impact on change of presentation: For period ended 31 December 2014 (previously presentation) Impact of change in presentation For period ended 31 December 2014 as presented Amounts in USD ‘000 Revenues Dividend Income 111,485 39,814 111,485 39,814 Management fee Operating expenses General and administrative expenses Other gain and loss Total Operating expenses (7,183) (7,660) (6,037) (2,760) (23,640) (7,183) (7,660) (6,037) (20,880) EBITDA 118,965 130,419 Depreciation and amortization Impairment of rigs Impairment of subsidiaries Impairment losses on intercompany loans and receivables (66,651) (64,699) (1,288) - (66,651) (64,699) (1,288) - (4,980) (2,220) 79,166 (96,783) (8,693) (31,290) 79,166 (96,783) (11,453) (31,290) EBIT Finance income Finance cost Other financial items Loss before tax Income tax expense Loss for the year 2,760 (2,760) (12,700) (12,700) (43,990) (43,990) Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 54 For period ended 31 December 2013 (previously presentation) Impact of change in presentation For period ended 31 December 2013 as presented Amounts in USD ‘000 Revenues Dividend Income 159,168 88,983 159,168 88,983 Management fee Operating expenses General and administrative expenses Other gain and loss Total Operating expenses (3,264) (8,051) (7,490) (1,195) (20,000) (3,264) (8,051) (7,490) (444) (19,249) EBITDA 228,151 228,902 Depreciation and amortization Impairment of rigs Impairment of subsidiaries Impairment losses on intercompany loans and receivables (91,095) (92,261) (17,752) (7,784) (91,095) (92,261) (17,752) (7,784) 19,259 20,010 69,489 (133,365) (44,617) 69,489 (133,365) (751) (44,617) EBIT Finance income Finance cost Other financial items Loss before tax Income tax expense Loss for the year 751 (751) (17,011) (17,011) (61,627) (61,627) Songa Offshore SE/ Financial Statements 2014 55