Annual Report 2007 - Thai Beverage
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Annual Report 2007 - Thai Beverage
Contents 03 04 20 24 28 Investor Information Financial Highlights Message from the Chairman 40 42 44 52 58 Shareholding Structure Report of the Board of Directors 60 Board of Directors Executive Committee Profile of Directors &Key Management Organization Structure Product Portfolio Operating and Financial Review 94 96 98 100 108 112 116 117 Our people Our Success Credit Rating Announcement Awards Corporate Governance Report Corporate Social Responsibility Report PR Talk Audit Committee Report Audit Report of Certified Public Accountant 118 149 213 215 216 Financial Statements Interested Persons Transactions Report Accounting Manual Policy/ SAP System Announcements to SGX 2007 General Corporate Information Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 03 Investor Information President’s Talk Thai Beverage is listed on the Singapore Exchange (SGX-ST) main board STI ticker Reuters Bloomberg Google Finance 30 May 2006 S$ 0.28 December 31 KPMG Phoomchai Audit Ltd. Not less than 50% of net profit after deducting all appropriated reserves ThaiBev's stock performance Vol. (M shares) Price (S$) Thaibev close Share price* Volume 0.3 1600 2007 High S$ 0.29 2007 Low S$ 0.24 *data from January 3 to December 31, 2007 Source: www.shareinvestor.com 1400 Investor Relations Contact 0.25 1200 Investor Relations Department Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 14 Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900, THAILAND 1000 Mr. Richard W. Jones 800 0.2 600 Tel: +662 127 5035 Fax: +662 272 2280 E-mail: richard.j@thaibev.com Ms. Namfon Aungsutornrungsi 400 0.15 Tel: +662 127 5037 E-mail: namfon.a@thaibev.com Ms. Ariya Silakorn Tel: +662 127 5036 E-mail: ariya.s@thaibev.com December November October September August July June May 0 April President March 200 February They say time flies right by you when you're enjoying life. How true that is! Still, the past year's nearly 9,000 hours somehow didn't seem enough for the bustling energy with which we filled every bottle of ThaiBev products. Simply put, our steady growth truly stemmed from our 110% dedication. For us at ThaiBev, the mere sight of sparkling bubbles and a golden smile-shaped reflection no doubt convey our brimming happiness to customers worldwide. With such rippling effects across the globe, this happiness and your collective trust in us concurrently foster our robust business.By any standard, 2007 was a memorable year for all ... so much so that I wish there were Mr. Thapana Sirivadhanabhakdi more than 24 hours in a day! IPO date IPO offer price Fiscal year ends External Auditor Dividend Policy January 8,760 HOURS OF HAPPINESS THBEV tbev.si thbev sp SIN:Y92 0.1 2007 Corporate website: www.thaibev.com IR website: www.thaibev.com/set/investor.html Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 05 Financial Highlights ANNUAL REPORT 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited (Consolidated) (Consolidated) 2007 2006 2005 2007 2006 2005 Million Baht Million Baht Million Baht Million Baht Million Baht Million Baht % % % % 29.51 29.11 31.31 21.14 21.06 22.40 16.19 16.31 17.73 0.30 0.16 0.30 % % % 101.02 90.07 169.82 10.33 10.28 10.89 19.32 23.86 31.58 % % times 12.58 11.64 11.35 22.41 20.22 21.17 1.22 1.13 1.04 times 0.45 0.63 1.75 times times % 0.29 0.46 1.43 20.29 13.13 12.20 70.13 54.94 51.08 Income Statement ( Mil.Baht ) Profitability Ratio Revenue from sales Total revenues Cost of sales Gross profit Operating profit EBIT Net profit Depreciation and amortisation EBITDA 100,541 97,798 94,903 100,839 97,956 95,190 70,873 69,325 65,188 29,668 28,473 29,715 15,979 15,789 16,534 16,277 15,946 16,822 10,383 10,055 10,337 4,974 4,652 4,432 21,251 20,598 21,254 Balance Sheet ( Mil.Baht ) Efficiency Ratio Current assets Non-current assets Total assets Current liabilities Non-current liabilities Total liabilities Shareholders’ equity Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity 33,129 33,522 36,349 46,398 52,058 50,788 79,527 85,580 87,137 19,049 26,151 55,228 5,568 6,875 195 24,617 33,026 55,423 54,910 52,554 31,714 79,527 85,580 87,137 1.74 1.28 0.66 0.27 0.20 0.14 0.86 0.55 0.52 72.20 70.32 60.51 5.06 5.19 6.03 Liquidity Ratio Current Ratio Quick Ratio Operating Cash Flows Ratio Receivable Turnover Average Collection Period Inventory Turnover Average Inventory Period Payable Turnover Average Payable Period Cash Cycle Gross Profit Margin EBITDA Margin EBIT Margin Other Profit Margin Operating Cash Flows to Operating Profit Ratio Net Profit Margin Return on Equity Return on Assets Return on Fixed Assets Fixed Assets Turnover Leverage Ratio times times times times days times days times days days 2.51 2.43 2.09 145.16 150.22 174.37 31.32 34.95 35.20 11.65 10.44 10.37 138.57 144.97 170.03 Debt to Equity Ratio Interest Bearing Debt to Equity Ratio Interest Coverage Ratio Dividend Payout Ratio Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 07 SHOW TIME MY TIME What's New Full-bodied Beer a cut above the rest Making its grand splash into the UK market with its premium look, Beer Chang is the talk of the town these days. Would it surprise you then to see Elephants toasted in every pub there? Archa Beer Archa Beer Crowned and in the Game Sooner than one can say Archa, this beer has chalked up 600% growth in revenue, sending our competitors scurrying back to their marketing textbooks. Old Liquor in New Bottles Rebottled and rebranded, your perennial favorites have now transformed into heartbreakers. 1998 1983 1982 Gold Medal from International Beer Awards Australia Chang Beer Gold Medal from International Spirit Awards in Madrid SangSom Rum Gold Medal from International Spirit Awards in Madrid SangSom Rum Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 09 Special Report GUESS WHOSE , SMILE YOU LL SEE WITH RISING SALES ? Beer: Volume Total 2007 : 957 2006 : 923 million liters Low Alcohol Beer Low Alcohol Beer 313 102 Chang Chang 644 821 2007 Total Sales 2006 million baht 100,541 110,000 97,798 Spirits: Volume 100,000 Total 90,000 2007 : 446 2006 : 476 million liters 368 80,000 70,000 Sales of THB 100.5 bn in 2007 329 60,000 50,000 1% from industrial alcohol and others 117 40,000 from beer and water 47% 108 30,000 from spirits 20,000 52% 10,000 0 White 2007 2006 Brown 2007 White Brown 2006 Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited Time Travels ROCK AROUND THE CLOCK Believe it or not ... in any given second, a ThaiBev guy is whistling away, working in a distant corner of the world. As the lights go out in our Bangkok headquarters, they are coming on in our New York offices, and it is only half way through the day at our Airdrie offices. Whatever the time, somewhere in the world ThaiBev is getting down to business. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 13 Hot Issue Spirits Beer GLOBAL COOLING So torrid is the alcohol beverage market these days, but not because of global warming. ThaiBev has made waves in practically all aspects of the business this past year, ranging from new looks for its brands, Expansion into global markets, to the quenching of a million thirsts. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 15 made in Thailand around the world Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 17 Sukhumvit 09.00 pm Chiangmai 10.30 pm Lifestyle Kaosan Road 08.22 pm Silom Soi 4 08.38 pm Phuket 06.30 pm Asoke 09.46 pm HAPPY HOURS Lung Suan 11.00 pm Bangkok 06.30 pm Rachadapisek 07.13 pm Ramintra 06.26 pm Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 19 Society GENTLE AS RAIN DROPS In that it is our duty to play an active role in national development, to better our society, and to assist those in need, Thai Beverage Public Company Limited (ThaiBev) has a long history of contribution to projects and activities to display our loyalty to the monarchy and improve society, education, sports, public health, safety and dissemination of a good reputation for Thailand. The following accounts describe our major contributions in 2007. Annual Report 2007 20 Message from the Chairman Dear Shareholders, Since our listing on the Singapore Exchange in May 2006, the Company has begun to plan for changes that will make it more professional and competitive inside and outside of Thailand. It was the Board’s intention when we were established as a public company, with all that that entails regarding corporate governance and greater professionalism. While these internal projects have not warranted detailed reports previously, needless to say, we believe that improvements to our human resources structure and greater accountability at all levels of management will assist us in implementing the strategies we have made public since listing. On that note, I would like to spend some time to review these strategies as they will have a material impact on our future. We also intend to continue what we call a premiumisation process by launching higher margin products to lift our portfolio into the standard and premium ends of both spirits and beer. This will enable us to gain higher margins over time and prepare for consumer aspirations as the economy improves in the long term. To achieve this, we will continue to invest in our brands by investing in integrated marketing communications and premiumisation. Some passing examples would be the introduction of gift boxes for some of our spirits products like Sangsom and Mekhong. We also introduced some new beers to the Thai market, Chang Light and Chang Draught in bottles and these have done well, in fact, surpassing some foreign competitors whose beers were introduced to the Thai market several years prior to the arrival of our brands. Strategic Direction The key strength of ThaiBev has always been its phenomenal distribution network, which covers the entire country. We will need to leverage this infrastructure by taking on products from other companies, and we need to develop it to be more modern and efficient. To assist in this, the Company commenced the construction of five major distribution centers in different regions in August 2007. Together with greater implementation of SAP enterprise resource planning software throughout our group of companies, we envisage being better able to forecast the inventory needs of our dealers and to ensure that products are pushed through the network in the most efficient manner. A key strategy to date has been to develop the local market and maintain market leadership by managing the marketing mix and the pricing of individual brands. To enable us to offer a spirits portfolio at every price range, the Company has acquired two white spirits brands, White Tiger and White Bear, which give us the opportunity to offer economy spirits to compete with local community spirits and homemade liquor. The value of these acquisitions is in our ability to now compete at every price level. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 22 23 Foreign Expansion Strategy We have also begun to establish a platform for strategic international expansion. We now export our products to 80 countries globally. I am pleased to inform you that our acquisition of Inver House in October 2006 is now bearing the fruit of integration. Not only have we been able to make Inver House’s Airdrie headquarters the base for all operations in the UK, and thus save on several costs, but our distribution of Chang beer in Australia came about because of Inver House’s contacts. In a later chapter, we will report in more detail on our overseas strategies. However, suffice to say that there are plans to increasingly export our products as premium offerings and acquire businesses that add more value. Our investments aim to have an internal rate of return (IRR) in the suitable amount. As a public company, we have not rushed into foreign acquisitions over the past year. We are focusing on the Asian region as there are many cultural and consumer similarities among Asian countries that would make the region more attractive for us at the beginning. We are already making inroads into certain markets such as Singapore and Malaysia for instance, but our eye must be on markets such as China and India as these are phenomenal regional growth markets. In Europe, the USA and Australia, ThaiBev has commenced selling Chang beer in its export version as a premium beer, while Mekhong rum is being positioned at the high end of the consumer market. This is a signal of the confidence we have in the quality of our products. We intend to enter continental European markets as and when we can set up distribution, which is a critical success factor. While entry through Thai and Asian restaurants and outlets is an appropriate first step, we will certainly be seeking to penetrate the mainstream drinks markets over time. we hope, have been ameliorated by the general election of December 2007. Nevertheless, this uncertainty led to an economic slowdown and this had some effect on this company as it did on others in the industry. GDP growth for 2008 is now forecasted as a moderate 4.5 - 5.5% by the Office of the National Economic and Social Development Board, however, the Consumer Confidence Index has risen to 119 at the end of 2007 (source: Bureau of Trade and Economic Indices, Ministry of Commerce), which should be cause for optimism. As the domestic market still counts for 96.4% of total sales, I should like to bring to your attention sales growth of 2.8% in 2007, compared with 2006, and a commensurate increase of 3.3% in net profit year-on-year. This increase reflects the strength of the company under less-than-ideal economic conditions. Massive flooding over much of the country from the end of 2006 into the first half of 2007 meant that many of our agents were unable to handle large orders during our peak period. In spite of these difficulties, we managed to grow our revenue. Two tax rises were implemented in Thailand, one in August 2007 and one in January 2008. The former had been discussed for some time and the Company was to some extent prepared for it. The second rise, of one and a half percent, was to cover the establishment of a public broadcasting system. Shareholders will want to know if there is any way to forecast future tax increases, however, this depends on government policy and tax collection targets that may change from time to time, making forecasting unfeasible. Diversification into Non-alcoholic Beverages Domestic Factors Most shareholders will be aware of the political events in Thailand in our recent history that left the country in a state of uncertainty for over a year. These problems, One other strategy not listed above is the diversification of the Company into non-alcoholic beverages. This is a deliberate move to ensure that we explore other products that fit in with our portfolio. Post year-end, the acquisition of Wrangyer in January 2008 was our entry into the energy drinks market. This diversification will allow us to enter into a new market that is growing 3-4% a year and where our distribution network will contribute considerably to further sales growth. The construction of the five distribution centers mentioned above will help us to manage the increase in the portfolio too. The Company will be looking very closely at fruit juices and other non-alcoholic beverages; we will keep you informed about planned acquisitions when they become material. Corporate Development As we enter into 2008, our vision of the evolution of the Company is an important issue for shareholders. We want to continue improvements to the management structure and build a team that is able to react faster to events and think further ahead. We will rely more and more on professional management to drive our growth. We will then also be better able to satisfy our distributors by offering more professional services. I have a vision of ThaiBev as a leading player in the ASEAN region and want to assure shareholders not only that our above-mentioned strategies are well thought-out, but that we have the ability to implement them successfully. The natural outcome will be higher revenue growth and profitability. As for our relationship with you, our shareholders and other investors, we must now strive towards a goal of becoming a role model of transparency and good corporate governance so that you remain fully aware of our plans and achievements moving forwards. I believe ThaiBev will be an even better company five years from now and I shall continue to work with the Board of Directors to help guide the Company to ensure that we not only achieve our goals but satisfy all stakeholders in the process. Charoen Sirivadhanabhakdi Chairman of the Board Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 24 25 Shareholding Structure ANNUAL REPORT 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited Thai Beverage Public Company Limited Authorized share capital of Baht 29,000,000,000 of which paid-up capital of Baht 25,110,025,000 consisting of 25,110,025,000 issued common shares, with the par value of Baht 1 each. 100% Thai Alcohol Public Company Limited Distillery Group 1 Distillery Group 2 Distillery Group 3 Sangsom Co., Ltd. Sura Bangyikhan Co., Ltd. Red Bull Distillery (1988) Co., Ltd.* Beer Chang Co., Ltd. Banglen Agriculture Co., Ltd. Fuengfuanant Co., Ltd. Athimart Co., Ltd. Simathurakij Co., Ltd. Archa Beer Co., Ltd. Sint Ek Panich Co., Ltd. Mongkolsamai Co., Ltd. S.S. Karnsura Co., Ltd. Nateechai Co., Ltd. Thanapakdi Co., Ltd. Kankwan Co., Ltd. Luckchai Liquor Trading Co., Ltd. Kanchanasingkorn Co., Ltd. Theparunothai Co., Ltd. United Winery & Distillery Co., Ltd. Brewery Group Trademark Group Beer Thip Brewery (1991) Co., Ltd. T.C.C. Cosmo Corporation Limited Cosmos Brewery (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Beer Thai (1991) Public Company Limited - Vidhayathan Co.,Ltd. Sura Piset Thipharat Co., Ltd. * Sura Piset Pattharalanna Co., Ltd. 80.82% - United Products Co., Ltd. 83.20% - S P M Foods and Beverage Co., Ltd. 58.55% - Sura Piset Sahasan Co., Ltd. 100% Beer Marketing Group Liquor Marketing Group Distribution Agent Group Related Business Group Logistics Group Pomthip Co., Ltd. Num Yuk Co., Ltd. Thipchalothorn Co., Ltd. Bionic Humus Co., Ltd. Thai Beverage Logistics Co., Ltd. Pomkit Co., Ltd. Num Thurakij Co., Ltd. Krittayabun Co., Ltd. Additive Food Co., Ltd. Pomchok Co., Ltd. Num Muang Co., Ltd. Surathip Co., Ltd. Charun Business 52 Co., Ltd. Porncharoen Co., Ltd. Num Nakorn Co., Ltd. Sunthornpirom Co., Ltd. Dhanasindhi Co., Ltd. Pomklung Co., Ltd. Num Palang Co., Ltd. Piromsurang Co., Ltd. Dhospaak Co., Ltd. Pomburapa Co., Ltd. Num Kijjakarn Co., Ltd. Maharas Agri Co., Ltd.** Bang-na Logistics Co., Ltd. Thai Molasses Co., Ltd. Thai Cooperage Co., Ltd. Pan International (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Muangkij Co., Ltd. 100% Marketing Group Thai Beverage Marketing Co., Ltd. Overseas Group International Beverage Holdings Limited*** Red Bull Distillery (1988) Co., Ltd.* Thai Cooperage Co.,Ltd. 93.50% 36.57% 33.83% Thai Thum Distillery Co., Ltd. Sura Piset Sahasan Co., Ltd. 58.63% - Sura Piset Samphan Co., Ltd. 7.54% ** The name has been changed to Wrangyer (2008) Beverage Co., Ltd. as of February 19, 2008. 100% Pan Alcohol Co., Ltd. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 26 27 Shareholding Structure ANNUAL REPORT 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited Thai Beverage Public Company Limited - 100% Thai company listed in Singapore Exchange International Beverage Holdings Limited *** 100% International Beverage 100% Best Spirits Company Limited 100% InterBev (Singapore) Limited 100% InterBev Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. 100% InterBev (Cambodia) Co.,Ltd. 100% International Beverage Holdings (UK) Limited Holdings Limited USA, Inc. *** Name Changed from Pacific Spirits (UK) Limited on Dec 2, 2007 ** Name Changed from InterBev USA Inc. on Jan 30, 2007 100% Blairmhor Limited 100% Blairmhor Distillers Limited 100% Inver House Distillers Limited 49.49% Liquorland Limited 100% 100% 100% 6 non-trading subsidiaries 44% Inver House Polska Limited 100% 100% Wee Beastie Limited 50.02% 100% Inver House Distribution SA Moffat & Towers Limited 100% The Knockdhu Distillery Speyburn-Glenlivet Distillery The Pulteney Distillery The Balblair Distillery Company Limited Company Limited Company Limited Company Limited Note : Figures circa Dec 12, 2007 Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 28 29 Report of the Board of Directors Breakdown in Shares and Types of Share Company / Location Type of Business Type of Share No. of Shares Held Shares Issued % of (Direct/Indirect) Shareholding Paid-Up Capital (Baht) Remark Company / Location Type of Business Type of Share No. of Shares Held Paid-Up Capital (Baht) % of Shares Issued (Direct/Indirect) Shareholding 1. Beer Thai (1991) PLC. 15 Moo 14, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 Beer, Drink & Soda Production Common 5,550,000,000.00 555,000,000 554,999,985 100.00% 11. Kankwan Co., Ltd. 14 Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 Liquor Production Common 800,000,000.00 80,000,000 79,999,994 100.00% 2. Beer Thip Brewery (1991) Co., Ltd. 15 Moo 14, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 Beer, Drink & Soda Production Common 6,600,000,000.00 660,000,000 659,999,940 100.00% 12. Theparunothai Co., Ltd. 99 Moo 4, Tambon Hat Kham Amphoe Muang, Nong Khai 43000 Liquor Production Common 700,000,000.00 70,000,000 69,999,994 100.00% Common 5,000,000,000.00 500,000,000 499,999,940 100.00% Liquor Production Common 7,500,000,000.00 750,000,000 749,999,994 100.00% 13. Red Bull Distillery (1988) Co., Ltd. 15 Moo 14, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 Liquor Production 3. Sangsom Co., Ltd. 14 Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 1,800,000,000.00 180,000,000 179,999,994 100.00% Liquor Production Common 900,000,000.00 90,000,000 89,999,994 100.00% 14. United Winery & Distillery Co., Ltd. liquor Production 14 Sangsom Building Soi Yasoob 1, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chompon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 Common 4. Fuengfuanant Co., Ltd. 333 Moo 1, Tambon Tha Toom Amphoe Si Maha Phot, Prachin Buri 25140 Common 900,000,000.00 90,000,000 89,999,994 100.00% Liquor Production Common 700,000,000.00 70,000,000 69,999,994 100.00% 15. Simathurakij Co., Ltd. 1 Moo 6, Tambon Ban Daen Amphoe Banphot Phisai, Nakon Sawan 60180 Liquor Production 5. Mongkolsamai Co., Ltd. 14 Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 Liquor Production Common 800,000,000.00 80,000,000 79,999,994 100.00% 6. Thanapakdi Co., Ltd. 315 Moo 4, Tambon Mae Faek, Amphoe San Sai, Chiang Mai 50290 Liquor Production Common 700,000,000.00 70,000,000 69,999,994 100.00% 16. Nateechai Co., Ltd. 14 Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 Common 800,000,000.00 80,000,000 79,999,994 100.00% Liquor Production Common 700,000,000.00 70,000,000 69,999,994 100.00% 17. Luckchai Liquor Trading Co., Ltd. 46 Moo 1, Tambon Nong Klang Na Amphoe Muang, Ratchaburi 70000 Liquor Production 7. Kanchanasingkorn Co., Ltd. 14 Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 Common 500,000,000.00 5,000,000 4,999,994 100.00% 8. Sura Bangyikhan Co., Ltd. 82 Moo 3, Tambon Bang Khoo Wat Amphoe Muang, Pathum Thani 12130 Liquor Production Common 4,000,000,000.00 400,000,000 399,999,994 100.00% 18. Sura Piset Thipharat Co., Ltd. Liquor Production 14 Sangsom Building, Soi Yasoob 1, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chompon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 800,000,000.00 160,000,000 159,999,986 100.00% Liquor Production Common 900,000,000.00 90,000,000 89,999,994 100.00% 19. Thai Alcohol PLC. 31-35 Chalermkhet 1 Road, Wat Thepsirin Sub-District, Pomprab District, Bangkok 10100 Alcohol Production Common 9. Athimart Co., Ltd. 170 Moo 11, Tambon Nikhom, Amphoe Satuek, Buri Ram 31150 10. S.S. Karnsura Co., Ltd. 101 Moo 8, Tambon Kaeng Dom King Amphoe Sawang Wirawong Ubon Ratchathani 34190 Liquor Production Common 800,000,000.00 80,000,000 79,999,994 100.00% 20. Pomthip Co., Ltd. 2194 Charoen Krung Road, Wat Phraya Krai Sub-District, Bang Kho Laem District, Bangkok 10120 Beer Distribution 10,000,000.00 1,000,000 999,994 100.00% Common Remark Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 30 Company / Location Type of Business Type of Share No. of Shares Held Shares Issued % of (Direct/Indirect) Shareholding Paid-Up Capital (Baht) 31 Remark Company / Location Type of Business Type of Share No. of Shares Held Paid-Up Capital (Baht) % of Shares Issued (Direct/Indirect) Shareholding 21. Pomkit Co., Ltd. 48,50,52 Suranaree Road, Tambon Nai Muang, Amphoe Muang, Nakhon Ratchasima 30000 Beer Distribution Common 10,000,000.00 1,000,000 999,994 100.00% 34. Surathip Co., Ltd. 14 Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chompon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 Liquor Distribution Common Agent 1,200,000.00 120,000 119,940 100.00% 22. Pomklung Co., Ltd. 80/13-14 Ekathosarot Road, Tambon Nai Muang, Amphoe Muang, Phitsanulok 65000 Beer Distribution Common 10,000,000.00 1,000,000 999,994 100.00% 35. Sunthornpirom Co., Ltd. 14 Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chompon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 Liquor Distribution Common Agent 5,000,000.00 500,000 499,994 100.00% 23. Pomchok Co., Ltd. 16/1 Moo 1,U Thong Road, Tambon Tha Wasukri, Amphoe Muang, Ayutthaya 13000 Beer Distribution Common 10,000,000.00 1,000,000 999,994 100.00% 36. Piromsurang Co., Ltd. 14 Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chompon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 Liquor Distribution Common Agent 5,000,000.00 500,000 499,994 100.00% 24. Pomcharoen Co., Ltd. 135/3 Moo 4, Kanchanavithi Road, Tambon Bang Kung, Amphoe Muang Surat Thani 84000 Beer Distribution Common 10,000,000.00 1,000,000 999,994 100.00% 37. Bionic Humus Co., Ltd. 15 Moo 14, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chompon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 Fertilizer Sale Common 860,000,000.00 8,600,000 8,599,994 100.00% 25. Pomburapa Co., Ltd. 51/42 Moo 3, Sukhumvit Road, Tambon Ban Suan, Amphoe Muang, Chon Buri 20000 Beer Distribution Common 10,000,000.00 1,000,000 999,994 100.00% 38. Maharas Agri Co., Ltd. 14 Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chompon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 Japanese Rice Planting Common 2,000,000.00 200,000 199,940 100.00% 26. Num Yuk Co, Ltd. 95/390-391 Trok Nokkhet, Rama III Road, Chong Nonsi Sub-District, Yannawa District, Bangkok 10120 Liquor Distribution Common 10,000,000.00 1,000,000 999,994 100.00% 39. Thai Molasses Co., Ltd. 14 Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chompon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 Molasses Distribution Common 40,000,000.00 40,000 39,885 99.72% 27. Num Kijjakarn Co., Ltd. 1,3,5 Trok Wat Muang, Suranaree Road, Tambon Nai Muang, Amphoe Muang, Nakhon Ratchasima 30000 Liquor Distribution Common 10,000,000.00 1,000,000 999,994 100.00% 40. Additive Food Co., Ltd. 15 Moo 14, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chompon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 Animal Feed Distribution Common 1,000,000.00 10,000 9,994 100.00% 28. Num Palang Co., Ltd. 1/7-8 Phraya Surasi Road, Tambon Nai Muang, Amphoe Muang, Phitsanulok 65000 Liquor Distribution Common 10,000,000.00 1,000,000 999,994 100.00% 41. Pan International (Thailand) Co., Ltd. 15 Moo 14, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chompon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 Trading of Supplies Common and Procurement 1,000,000.00 10,000 9,994 100.00% 29. Num Muang Co., Ltd. 16/2 Moo 1, U Thong Road, Tambon Tha Wasukri, Amphoe Muang, Ayutthaya 13000 Liquor Distribution Common 10,000,000.00 1,000,000 999,994 100.00% 42. Charun Business 52 Co., Ltd. 15 Moo 14, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chompon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 Brick Production Common 121,800,000.00 1,218,000 1,217,994 100.00% 30. Num Nakorn Co., Ltd. 149/3 Chulachomklao Road, Tambon Tha Kham, Amphoe Phun Phin, Surat Thani 84130 Liquor Distribution Common 10,000,000.00 1,000,000 999,994 100.00% 43. Thai Cooperage Co., Ltd. 15 Moo 14, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chompon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 Oakwood Barrel Production Common 300,000,000.00 30,000,000 29,999,940 100.00% 31. Num Thurakij Co., Ltd. 51/40-41 Moo 3, Sukhumvit Road, Tambon Ban Suan, Amphoe Muang, Chon Buri 20000 Liquor Distribution Common 10,000,000.00 1,000,000 999,994 100.00% 44. Bang-na Logistics Co., Ltd. 15 Moo 14, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chompon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 Bottle Distribution Common 123,000,000.00 1,230,000 1,229,994 100.00% 32. Thipchalothorn Co., Ltd. 15 Moo 14, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chompon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 Beer and Liquor Distribution Agent Common 1,000,000.00 100,000 99,994 100.00% 45. Thai Beverage Logistics Co., Ltd. 14, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chompon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 Logistics Common 12,000,000.00 1,200,000 1,199,940 100.00% 33. Krittayabun Co., Ltd. 14 Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chompon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 Beer and Liquor Distribution Agent Common 5,000,000.00 500,000 499,994 100.00% 46. Thai Beverage Marketing Co., Ltd. 15 Moo 14, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chompon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 Liquor Import & Export / Overseas Marketing Common 300,000,000.00 30,000,000 29,999,940 100.00% Remark On January 25, 2008 Increase in shares capital to 20,000,000 shares @ 10 Baht, totalling 200,000,000 Baht. Name Changed to “Wrangyer Beverage (2008)” Co., Ltd. as of 19 Feb 2008 On February 28, 2008 Increase in shares capital to 101,200,000 shares @ 10 Baht, totalling 1,012,000,000 Baht. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 32 Company / Location Type of Business Type of Share No. of Shares Held Paid-Up Capital (Baht) Shares Issued (Direct/Indirect) % of Shareholding 47. Dhanasindhi Co., Ltd. 949/6-8 Nakhon Chaisi Road, Dusit District, Bangkok 10300 Construction Common 20,000,000.00 20,000 19,994 100.00% 48. Dhospaak Co., Ltd. 195 Empire Tower, 25th Floor, Sathon Tai Road, Yannawa Sub-District, Sathon District, Bangkok 10120 Advertising Common 25,000,000.00 2,500,000 2,499,994 100.00% 49. International Beverage Holdings Limited Room 901-2, Silvercord, Tower 1, 30 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong Holding Company 50. Cosmos Brewery (Thailand) Co., Ltd. 15 Moo 14, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chompon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 Beer, Drink & Soda Production 51. T.C.C. Cosmo Corporation Ltd. 15 Moo 14, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chompon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 Trademark Proprietor 52. Beer Chang Co., Ltd. 15 Moo 14, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chompon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 Trademark Proprietor & Beer Concentrate Production Common 53. Archa Beer Co., Ltd. 14, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chompon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 Trademark Proprietor & Beer Concentrate Production Common 54. Sura Piset Pattharalanna Co., Ltd. Holding Company 14 Sangsom Building, Soi Yasoob 1, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chompon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 Common 55. Thai Thum Distillery Co., Ltd. # 14 Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chompon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 Common Common Common Liquor Distribution Common 56. Sura Piset Sahasan Co., Ltd. # Liquor Production 14 Sangsom Building, Soi Yasoob 1, & Distribution Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chompon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 Common 57. Sura Piset Samphan Co., Ltd. # Liquor Production 14 Sangsom Building, Soi Yasoob 1, & Distribution Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chompon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 Common 58. Muangkij Co., Ltd. # 9 Dao Khanong-Chom Thong Road, Bang Kho Sub-District, Chom Thong District, Bangkok 10150 Oakwood Supply Common 59. Sint Ek Panich Co., Ltd. # 31-35 Chalermkhet 1 Road, Wat Thepsirin Sub-District, Pomprab Satru-pai,Bangkok 10100 Mining Common HK$ 1,470,000,000.00 1,666,666,500.00 5,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 600,000,000.00 17,500,000.00 100,000,000.00 100,000,000.00 3,810,000.00 9,000,000.00 Remark 33 Company / Location Type of Business Type of Share No. of Shares Held Paid-Up Capital (Baht) % of Shares Issued (Direct/Indirect) Shareholding Remark 60. Pan Alcohol Co., Ltd. # 15 Moo 14, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chompon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 Vinegar Production Common & Distribution 2,000,000.00 20,000 20,000 100.00% Agricultural Planting Common 20,000,000.00 20,000 20,000 100.00% 1,470,000,000 1,470,000,000 100.00% 61. Banglen Agriculture Co., Ltd. # 31-35 Chalermkhet 1 Road, Wat Thepsirin Sub-District, Pomprab Satru-pai District, Bangkok 10100 Conservation Public Relations Common 5,000,000 500,000 500,000 100.00% 166,666,650 100.00% 62. Vidhayathan Co., Ltd. 15 Moo 14, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chompon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 Liquor Production & Distribution Common 350,000,000.00 3,500,000 2,828,850 80.82% 100.00% 63. United Products Co.,Ltd. 56 Sukhapibal Road, Tambon Nokornchaisri, Amphoe Nokornchaisri, Nakornpathom 73120 Seasoning Sauce, Fruit Juice, Energy Drink, Liquor Agent Common 100,000,000.00 1,000,000 832,000 83.20% 100.00% 64. S P M Foods and Beverages Co.,Ltd. 79 Pholdumri Road, Tambon Lamlukbua, Amphoe Dontoom, Nakornpathom 73150 65. InterBev (Singapore) Limited 3 Philip Street # 13-04 Commerce Point, Singapore Trading of alcoholic Common beverages SGD 3,000,000.00 3,000,000 3,000,000 100.00% 66. InterBev (Cambodia) Co.,Ltd. 140 Nehru (Street # 215) Sankat Vealvong, Khan 7 Makara, Phnom Penh Kingdom of Combodia Trading of alcoholic Common beverages USD 200,000.00 1,000 1,000 100.00% The “shares issued” & “no. of shares held are amended from “NA” “to” 1,000”. 67. InterBev Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. Suite 6.01, 6th Floor, Plaza See Hoy Chan, Jalan Raja Chulan, 50200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Trading of alcoholic Common beverages MYR 100,000.00 100,000 100,000 100.00% 68. International Beverage Holdings Limited USA, Inc. 405 Lexington Avenue, 25th Floor, Suite 2532, New York, USA Trading of alcoholic Common beverages USD 2,600,000.00 2,600,000 2,600,000 100.00% Name Changed from “InterBev USA Inc.” as of 7 Feb 2007 69. Best Spirits Company Limited Room 901-2, Silvercord Tower 1, 30 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong Trading of alcoholic Common beverages HKD 15,300,000.00 15,300,000 15,300,000 100.00% Holding Company Common £68,500,000.00 68,500,000 68,500,000 100.00% 70. International Beverage Holding (UK) Limited Moffat Distillery, Airdrie, ML6 8PL, Scotland 100.00% Name Changed from “Pacific Spirits (UK) Limited” on 2 Dec 2007 Holding Company Common £9,009,406.7 900,940,670 900,940,670 100.00% 100.00% 71. Blairmhor Limited Moffat Distillery, Airdrie ML6 8PL, Scotland 72. Inver House Distillers Limited Moffat Distillery, Airdrie ML6 8PL, Scotland Production and distribution of spirits Common £10,000,000 10,000,000 10,000,000 100.00% 50,000 10,000 100,000 6,000,000 17,500 1,000,000 1,000,000 38,100 90,000 166,666,590 49,940 9,940 99,940 5,999,994 17,483 1,000,000 1,000,000 38,100 90,000 100.00% 100.00% 100.00% 100.00% 100.00% Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 34 Company / Location Type of Business Type of Share 73. Blairmhor Distillers Limited # Moffat Distillery, Airdrie, ML6 8PL, Scotland Dormant Common 74. Wee Beastie Limited Moffat Distillery, Airdrie, ML6 8PL, Scotland Trading of alcoholic Common beverages No. of Shares Held Shares Issued (Direct/Indirect) % of Shareholding 2,000 2,000 100.00% Paid-Up Capital (Baht) £200.00 List of Direct and Deemed Interests of Each Director As at January 21, 2008 Remark £100.00 100 100 100.00% Common £100.00 100 100 100.00% 76. The Knockdhu Distillery Company Limited # Moffat Distillery, Airdrie ML6 8PL, Scotland Dormant Common £100.00 100 100 100.00% 77. The Pulteney Distillery Company Limited # Moffat Distillery, Airdrie ML6 8PL, Scotland Dormant Common £2.00 2 2 100.00% 78. The Balblair Distillery Company Limited # Moffat Distillery, Airdrie ML6 8PL, Scotland Dormant 79. R. Carmichael & Sons Limited # Moffat Distillery, Airdrie, ML6 8PL, Scotland Dormant 80. J MacArthur Junior & Company Limited # Moffat Distillery, Airdrie, ML6 8PL, Scotland Dormant 81. Mason & Summers Limited # 10 Foster Lane, London, EC2V 6HH, England Dormant 82. Hankey Bannister & Company Limited # Moffat Distillery, Airdrie, ML6 8PL, Scotland Dormant 83. James Catto & Company Limited # Moffat Distillery, Airdrie ML6 8PL, Scotland Dormant 84. Glen Calder Blenders Limited # Moffat Distillery, Airdrie, ML6 8PL, Scotland Dormant 85. Moffat & Towers Limited # Moffat Distillery, Airdrie ML6 8PL, Scotland Dormant 86. Liquorland Limited 8 Westbank Road, Belfast, BT3 9JL Northern Ireland Off licences 87. Inver House Polska Limited ul. Obodrzyców 34 A/1, 81-812 Sopot, Poland Trading of alcoholic Common beverages 88. Inver House Distribution SA # Avenue des Tilleuls, 62140 Marconne France Dormant Common Common Common Common Common Common Common Common Common 2.00 £30,000.00 £100.00 £10,030.00 £100.00 £50,000.00 £100.00 £1.00 £495,000 700,000.00 zl 2 30,000 100 10,030 100 50,000 100 100 495,000.00 700,000 2 30,000 100 10,030 100 50,000 100 100 245,000.00 308,000 100.00% 100.00% 100.00% 100.00% 100.00% 100.00% 100.00% 100.00% 49.49% 44.00% 1. Mr. Charoen Sirivadhanabhakdi Thai Beverage Public Company Limited Good Show Holdings Limited (2) Risen Mark Enterprise Ltd. (3) Siriwana Co., Ltd. (4) Golden Capital (Singapore) Limited (5) MM Group Limited 3,156,500,000 199,999,997 25,000 12.57 50.00 50.00 MM Group Limited MM Group Limited MM Group Limited - 5,000 50,000 10,000,000 - 100 100 100 - 2. Khunying Wanna Sirivadhanabhakdi Thai Beverage Public Company Limited Good Show Holdings Limited (2) Risen Mark Enterprise Ltd. (3) Siriwana Co., Ltd. (4) Golden Capital (Singapore) Limited (5) MM Group Limited 3,156,500,000 199,999,997 25,000 12.57 50.00 50.00 MM Group Limited MM Group Limited MM Group Limited - 5,000 50,000 10,000,000 - 100 100 100 - 3. Mr. Narong Srisa-an Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 1 0.00 - - - 4. Mr. Komen Tantiwiwatthanaphan Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 34,068,668 0.14 - - - 5. Mr. Puchchong Chandhanakij Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 1 0.00 - - - 6. Mr. Staporn Kavitanon - - - - - - 7. Prof. Kanung Luchai - - - - - - 8. Mr. Manu Leopairote - - - - - - 9. Mr. Ng Tat Pun - - - - - - 10. Mr. Michael Lau Hwai Keong - - - - - - 11. Prof. Pornchai Matangkasombut - - - - - - 12. Gen. Dr. Choo-Chat Kambhu Na Ayudhya - - - - - - 13. Mr. Sakthip Krairiksh - - - - - - 14. Mr. Vivat Tejapaibul Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 291,541,500 1.16 - - - 15. Mr. Panote Sirivadhanabhakdi (1) Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 107,000,000 0.43 - - - 16. Mr. Thapana Sirivadhanabhakdi Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 107,000,000 0.43 - - - 17. Mr. Samut Hatthasing Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 1 0.00 - - - 18. Ms. Kanoknart Rangsithienchai Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 1 0.00 - - - 19. Mr. Sithichai Chaikriangkrai Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 1 0.00 - - - 20. Mr. Ueychai Tantha-Obhas - - - - - - 21. Dr. Pisanu Vichiensanth - - - - - - 22. Mr. Chukiet Tangpongprush Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 1 0.00 - - - £24,450.00 2,493.00 1,247.00 50.02% (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Number of Shares Mr. Panote Sirivadhanabhakdi was appointed as the member of the Board of Directors on February 27, 2007. Good Show Holdings Limited holds 3,492,720,000 shares in Thai Beverage Public Company Limited. Risen Mark Enterprise Ltd. holds 3,193,150,000 shares in Thai Beverage Public Company Limited. Siriwana Co., Ltd. holds 2,197,200,000 shares in Thai Beverage Public Company Limited. Golden Capital (Singapore) Limited holds 608,638,000 shares in Thai Beverage Public Company Limited. Deemed Interests Percentage of Shareholding Number of Shares Remark: Common Percentage of Shareholding Direct Interests Name of shareholders 75. Speyburn-Glenlivet Distillery Company Limited # Dormant Moffat Distillery, Airdrie ML6 8PL, Scotland Remark: # These are currently non - trading 35 Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 36 37 Top Twenty Shareholders Statistics Of Shareholders As at March 12, 2008 No. INFORMATION ON SHARE CAPITAL Authorised share capital Issued and fully paid-up capital Class of shares Number of shares issued Voting rights Number of Shareholders % Number of Shares Number of Shares % 1. The Central Depository (PTE) Limited 6,325,659,920 25.19 2. Good Show Holdings Limited 3,492,720,000 13.91 3. Mr. Charoen Sirivadhanabhakdi 3,156,500,000 12.57 4. Khunying Wanna Sirivadhanabhakdi 3,156,500,000 12.57 5. Risen Mark Enterprise Ltd. 2,359,815,000 9.40 6. Siriwana Co., Ltd. 2,197,200,000 8.75 7. Mr. Suchin Worawongwasu 900,000,000 3.58 % 8. Mrs. Siriluck Maithai 338,519,080 1.35 Mr. Vivat Tejapaibul 291,541,500 1.16 Baht 29,000,000,000 Baht 25,110,025,000 Common shares with a par value of Baht 1 25,110,025,000 shares One vote per one share Analysis of Shareholders by Size of Shareholdings Size of Shareholdings Name of shareholders 8 6.84 8 0.00 9. N/A N/A N/A N/A 10. Miss Somrhudee Siriaongprasert 213,188,000 0.85 10,001 – 1,000,000 23 19.66 6,491,469 0.03 11. Mr. Paisal Chevasiri 150,000,000 0.60 1,000,001 and above 86 73.50 25,103,533,523 99.97 12. Golden Capital (Singapore) Limited 116,480,000 0.46 117 100 25,110,025,000 100 13. Mrs. Wantanee Chevasiri 110,236,750 0.44 14. Mrs. Wongchanok Chevasiri 110,236,750 0.44 15. Mr. Thapana Sirivadhanabhakdi 107,000,000 0.43 16. Mr. Panote Sirivadhanabhakdi 107,000,000 0.43 17. Mrs. Atinant Sirivadhanabhakdi 107,000,000 0.43 18. Mrs. Thapanee Techajareonvikul 107,000,000 0.43 19. Mrs. Wallapa Trisorat 107,000,000 0.43 20. Mr. Suthep Opaspanich 80,000,000 0.32 23,533,597,000 93.72 1 – 999 1,000 – 10,000 Total The 19.69 % the Company’s shares are held in the hands of public. Accordingly, the Company has complied with Rule 723 of the Listing Manual of the SGX-ST. Total Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 38 Statistics of Shareholders under the Central Depository (PTE) Limited Size of Shareholdings Number of Shareholders 1 – 999 % Number of Shares % 9 0.08 1,802 0.00 1,000 – 10,000 8,224 69.85 36,420,764 0.58 10,001 – 1,000,000 3,550 29.81 213,724,054 3.38 31 0.26 6,075,513,300 96.04 11,774 100.00 6,325,659,920 100.00 1,000,001 and above Total 39 Particular of material contracts with related parties for the year 2007 consist of: Sell and Purchase Bottle Agreement between Berli Jucker Public Company Limited (a related company) who is seller and Bang-na Logistic Co., Ltd. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Thai Beverage Public Company Limited) who is purchaser for a period of two years and eight months effective date from May 1, 2007 to December 31, 2009. The sell and purchase amounts of bottle for the year 2007 was Baht 2,247.08 million. Net book value of the company freehold land and building as at December 31, 2007 are as follows: Twenty Largest Shareholders under the Central Depository (PTE) Limited No. Name of shareholders (million Baht) Number of Shares % 2,479,016,824 39.19 1. DBS Nominees Pte Ltd 2. Risen Mark Enterprise Limited 833,335,000 13.17 3. Citibank Nominees Singapore Pte Ltd 761,301,938 12.04 4. UOB Kay Hian Pte Ltd 565,234,500 8.94 5. DBSN Services Pte Ltd 496,837,414 7.85 6. HSBC (Singapore) Nominees Pte Ltd 438,217,570 6.93 7. United Overseas Bank Nominees Pte Ltd 270,171,461 4.27 8. Golden Capital (Singapore) Limited 75,000,000 1.19 9. Raffles Nominees Pte Ltd 51,261,451 0.81 10. DB Nominees (S) Pte Ltd 36,396,000 0.58 11. Merrill Lynch (Singapore) Pte Ltd 21,702,000 0.34 12. Morgan Stanley Asia (S’pore) Securities Pte Ltd 6,542,000 0.10 13. OCBC Securities Private Ltd 6,520,000 0.10 14. ING Nominees (S’pore) Pte Ltd 5,148,000 0.08 15. DBS Vickers Securities (S) Pte Ltd 3,336,500 0.05 16. CLSA Singapore Pte Ltd 3,130,000 0.05 17. Chang Kuei Chue 2,110,000 0.03 18. Freddie Tan Poh Chye 2,000,000 0.03 19. Yala Pte Ltd 1,954,642 0.03 20. Liauw Lee Lee @ Kartini Djantin @ Iskandar Lilianti 1,900,000 0.03 6,061,115,300 95.81 Total Land 8,145 Surplus on land revaluation 4,389 Land improvement 741 Building and improvements 10,693 Total 23,968 Current land revaluations were conducted in the year 2007 by independent professional valuers. The company leases various premises, primarily for the branch offices and warehouses. All of these leases are operating leases and not financial leases. As at December 31, 2007, the amount of freehold land held for planned future business operations amounted to Baht 1,721 million which is 11.3% of profit before income tax. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 40 41 Board of Directors 1. Mr. Charoen Sirivadhanabhakdi Chairman 1 2 3 4 Vice Chairman 7. Prof. Kanung Luchai Independent Director and Audit Committee Member 7 8 9 10 10. Mr. Michael Lau Hwai Keong Independent Director 13. Gen. Dr. Choo-Chat Kambhu Na Ayudhya Independent Director 16. Mr. Samut Hatthasing Director 11 12 13 14 3. Mr. Narong Srisa-an Vice Chairman Vice Chairman 5 4. Mr. Komen Tantiwiwatthanaphan 6 2. Khunying Wanna Sirivadhanabhakdi 5. Mr. Puchchong Chandhanakij 6. Mr. Staporn Kavitanon Director Independent Director and Audit Committee Chairman 8. Mr. Manu Leopairote 9. Mr. Ng Tat Pun Independent Director and Audit Committee Member 11. Prof. Pornchai Matangkasombut Independent Director and Audit Committee Member 12. Mr. Sakthip Krairiksh Independent Director 14. Mr. Vivat Tejapaibul Independent Director 15. Mr. Panote Sirivadhanabhakdi Director 17. Mr. Thapana Sirivadhanabhakdi Director 18. Ms. Kanoknart Rangsithienchai President Director and Executive Vice President 15 19. Mr. Sithichai Chaikriangkrai Director and Senior Vice President 20. Mr. Ueychai Tantha-Obhas 21. Dr. Pisanu Vichiensanth Director and Senior Vice President 22. Mr. Chukiet Tangpongprush Director and Senior Vice President 16 17 18 19 20 Mr. Thapana Sirivadhanabhakdi was appointed President by the Board of Directors on January 18, 2008. 21 22 Mrs. Vaewmanee Soponpinij Mr. Thidi Suwanarat Company Secretary / Secretary to the Board Assistant Secretary Senior Vice President Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 42 43 Executive Committee Executive Committee 1. Mr. Charoen Sirivadhanabhakdi Executive Chairman 4. Mr. Komen Tantiwiwatthanaphan 3 rd Executive Vice Chairman 7. Mr. Thapana Sirivadhanabhakdi President 10. Mr. Ueychai Tantha-Obhas Senior Vice President 1 2 3 4 2. Khunying Wanna Sirivadhanabhakdi 3. Mr. Narong Srisa-an 1st Executive Vice Chairman 2 nd Executive Vice Chairman 5. Mr. Samut Hatthasing 6. Mr. Puchchong Chandhanakij 4 th Executive Vice Chairman 5 th Executive Vice Chairman 8. Ms. Kanoknart Rangsithienchai 9. Mr. Sithichai Chaikriangkrai Executive Vice President 11. Dr. Pisanu Vichiensanth Senior Vice President 12. Mr. Chukiet Tangpongprush Senior Vice President Senior Vice President 5 13. Mr. Sawat Sopa Executive Vice President 14. Mr. Saikeaw Vongpisethkul 15. Mr. Jean Lebreton Senior Vice President Senior Vice President * Mr. Sawat Sopa, Mr. Saikeaw Vongpisethkul, and Mr. Jean Lebreton were appointed on February 27, 2008. 6 7 8 9 10 Management Committee 11 12 13 14 15 1. Mr. Thapana Sirivadhanabhakdi President Business Development 4. Mr. Sithichai Chaikriangkrai Director and Senior Vice President Finance 7. Mr. Chukiet Tangpongprush Director and Senior Vice President General Affairs 10. Mr. Jean Lebreton Senior Vice President Strategy * Set up January 2008 2. Mr. Thapana Sirivadhanabhakdi President Sales Planning and Support 5. Mr. Ueychai Tantha-Obhas Director and Senior Vice President Marketing 8. Mr. Sawat Sopa Executive Vice President Spirit Production 3. Ms. Kanoknart Rangsithienchai Director and Executive Vice President Corporate Services 6. Dr. Pisanu Vichiensanth Director and Senior Vice President Beer Production 9. Mr. Saikeaw Vongpisethkul Senior Vice President Non-Alcohol Production Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 44 Director Profile 45 Mr. Charoen Sirivadhanabhakdi Mr. Narong Srisa-an Chairman / Executive Chairman Vice Chairman / 2nd Executive Vice Chairman Mr. Charoen Sirivadhanabhakdi was appointed Chairman of the Board of Directors of ThaiBev in 2003. He has been the Chairman of Beer Thai (1991) Public Company Limited and the Red Bull Distillery Group of Companies since 2004; the Chairman of T.C.C. Land Co., Ltd. since 2002; the Chairman of T.C.C Capital Land Limited since 2003; the Chairman of Berli Jucker Public Company Limited since 2001 and the Chairman of T.C.C Capital Co., Ltd. since 1997. In addition, he has been the Chairman of the Executive Board of T.C.C. Holding Co., Ltd. since 1987. Mr. Charoen holds an Honorary Doctoral Degree in Agricultural Business Administration from Maejo Institute of Agricultural Technology and an Honorary Doctoral Degree in Industrial Technology from Chandrakasem Rajabhat University. Mr. Charoen has received many honors and Royal decorations, including the Knight Grand Cordon (Special Class) of the Most Exalted Order of the White Elephant, Knight Grand Cordon (Special Class) of the Most Noble Order of the Crown of Thailand, the Knight Grand Cross (First Class) of the Most Admirable Order of the Direkgunabhorn and the Grand Companion (Third Class, Higher Grade) of the Most Illustrious Order of Chula Chom Klao. Khunying Wanna Sirivadhanabhakdi Vice Chairman / 1st Executive Vice Chairman Khunying Wanna Sirivadhanabhakdi was appointed Vice Chairperson of the Board of Directors in 2003. She has been the Chairperson of Beer Thip Brewery (1991) Company Limited and the Sangsom Group of Companies since 2004. She has also been the Vice Chairperson of T.C.C. Capital Land Company Limited since 2003, a Vice Chairperson of Berli Jucker Public Company Limited since 2001 and the Vice Chairperson of the Executive Board of T.C.C. Company Limited since 1972. Khunying Wanna holds an Honorary Doctoral Degree in Bio-technology from Ramkhamhaeng University, an Honorary Doctoral Degree in Agricultural Business Administration from Maejo University and an Honorary Degree in Business Administration from Chiang Mai University. She is also the Vice Chairperson of the Sirivadhanabhakdi Foundation, a Director of the Siriraj Foundation and a Director of Ramathibodi Foundation. Khunying Wanna has received numerous honors and royal Thai decorations, such as the Knight Grand Cordon (Special Class) of the Most Exalted Order of the White Elephant (Ladies), the Knight Grand Cordon (First Class) of the Most Noble Order of the Crown of Thailand (Ladies), the Knight Commander (Second Class, Lower Grade) of the Most Illustrious Order of Chula Chom Klao and the Knight Grand Cross (First Class) of the Most Admirable Order of the Direkgunabhorn. Mr. Narong Srisa-an was appointed Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors in 2003. He has 44 years’ experience in the banking industry, having served in Kasikorn Bank Plc. from 1954 to 1998 as its Executive Vice Chairman. He also holds directorships in several public companies in Thailand, including Vice-Chairman of Berli Jucker Plc., Chairman of Advance Agro Plc., and Independent Director of True Corporation Plc. He holds an Honorary Master of Economics from Thammasat University. Mr. Komen Tantiwiwatthanaphan Vice Chairman / 3rd Executive Vice Chairman Mr. Komen Tantiwiwatthanaphan was appointed Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors and Vice President in 2003. He has had over 40 years’ experience in managing companies in the distilling industry. He has served as President of Sahasan (2529) Co., Ltd., since 1986, and as Director and Senior Vice President of Suramaharas Plc. from 1986 to 1999. He holds a High School Certificate. Mr. Puchchong Chandhanakij Director / 5th Executive Vice Chairman Mr. Puchchong Chandhanakij was appointed a Director and Executive Vice Chairman in 2003. Before joining ThaiBev, he was Managing Director of LSPV Co., Ltd., from 1988 to 2003; he was Executive Director (Finance) of the T.C.C. group of companies from 1983 to 1988; the Director of Administration of Robina Credit Ltd. from 1980 to 1982; and Vice President of Asia Credit Ltd., from 1975 to 1979. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Master of Science in Accounting from California State University, Long Beach. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 46 47 Mr. Michael Lau Hwai Keong Mr. Manu Leopairote Independent Director Independent Director and Audit Committee Member Mr. Staporn Kavitanon Independent Director and Audit Committee Chairman Mr. Staporn Kavitanon was appointed a Director in 2004. He has extensive experience in the management of companies with directorship and membership of Committee at various companies, such as Bangkok Bank Berhad, Kanyong Electric Plc. and Berli Jucker Plc. From 1994 to 1999, he was the Vice Chairman of Bangkok Bank Plc. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Thammasat University and a Master of Arts in Economics from Vanderbilt University. Prof. Kanung Luchai Independent Director and Audit Committee Member Prof. Kanung Luchai was appointed an Independent Director in 2005. He has wide-ranging experience in the public sector and legal business, having worked as Junior and Senior Public Prosecutor in the Department of Public Prosecution from 1946 to 1971; DirectorGeneral of the Policy and Planning Department of the Ministry of Interior from 1971 to 1973. He served as the Deputy Under-Secretary of State for the Ministry of Interior from 1973 to 1974 and as the Deputy Minister of Interior from 1974 to 1975. He practised law at Bangkok International Law Offices Co., Ltd. from 1976 to 1985, and at Kanung-Prok Law Office Co., Ltd. from 1986 to 1992. He is currently a Director of Kanung & Partners Law Offices Company Limited and a Director of Kanung & Partners International Consultancy Company Limited. He is also a Director of Thailand Iron Works Plc. and Bangkok Bank Plc. In 2001, he received the Prof. Sanya Thammasak Award for being an Outstanding Lawyer from the Private Sector. He holds a Bachelor of Law from Thammasat University, and a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Law from the University of Cambridge. He is also a member of the Thai Bar Association. Mr. Manu Leopairote was appointed an Independent Director in 2004. He has extensive experience in the public sector, having served as a Director, Secretary General, Inspector and Director General from 1968 to 1999, and as the Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Industry from 1999 to 2004. He was also the Chairman of the Petroleum Authority of Thailand from 1999 to 2004. From 1994 to present, he is the Chairman of Technonet Asia, and from 1995 to 1996, the Chairman of the International Sugar Organization Council of England. He was also part-time lecturer at the Faculty of Economics, Thammasat University, Assumption University, and Bangkok University. He was the President of the Thammasat University Association from 2002 to 2004 and was the President of the Thammasat University Economics Association from 2000 to 2006. He holds a Bachelor of Economics (Honors) from Thammasat University and a Master of Science in Economics from the University of Kentucky. He won the Asian Productivity Organization Award in 2005 Mr. Michael Lau Hwai Keong was appointed as an Independent Director in 2006. He is a Managing Director, Advisory Services of Octagon Advisors Pte. Ltd., a business and risk management consultancy company. From June 2000 to September 2004, he served as the Executive Vice President of United Overseas Bank Ltd., where he was responsible for the administration and governance of the bank’s international operations. He was an Advisor to Asia Pulp and Paper Ltd. from February 1999 to May 2000. He has held various positions at the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) from February 1985 to July 1989, and from April 1991 to August 1997. His last position at the MAS was Senior Deputy Director (Development and Domestic Institutions). From August 1989 to March 1991, he was a Senior Manager (Institutional Sales) at J M Sassoon & Company, a stock broking company. He was also the Executive Vice President of the Central Depository (Pte.) Limited (CDP) from November 1997 to February 1999. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (First Class Honors) from the National University of Singapore and the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) charter. Mr. Ng Tat Pun Independent Director and Audit Committee Member Prof. Pornchai Matangkasombut Independent Director Mr. Ng Tat Pun was appointed as an Independent Director in 2006. He has extensive experience in the banking and finance industry. He started his banking career with Citibank in 1971 and was a Vice President when he left in 1982. Since then, he has served in various senior positions with local and foreign financial institutions. From 1988 to 1997, he was the Executive Vice President of OCBC Bank, Singapore, in charge of its International Banking and Financial Institutions business. In 1998, he was appointed the Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of OCBC Bank Malaysia. He was a Managing Director at JP Morgan Chase from 1999 to 2002 and a Managing Director and subsequently, a Senior Advisor at UBS, AG from 2003 to 2008. He is also an Independent Director of Engro Corporation Limited, Singapore and SP Chemicals Limited, Singapore. Mr. Ng holds a Bachelor of Arts degree (Economics and History) from the University of Singapore. . Prof. Pornchai Matangkasombut was appointed as an Independent Director in 2006. He is the President of the Mahidol University and, before his appointment in 1999, was a professor at the University. He has been a member of the International Union of Immunological Societies since 1971 and a Member of the Executive Board of the International Union of Microbiological Societies from 1986 to 1990. He has won the highest level of Royal Decorations (Knight Grand Cordon of White Elephant, Special Class and Knight Grand Cordon of the Crown of Thailand, Special Class) and the Royal Thai Award of Chula Chom Klao Order (Special Third Class) and the Palmes Academiques (Commandeur) from the Government of France, the Borden Research Award in Medicine. He was also an Honorary Research Associate at Harvard University and a Visiting Professor at Osaka University and the University of Saigon. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree and M.D. and Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin. Mr. Sakthip Krairiksh Independent Director Mr. Sakthip Krairiksh was appointed an Independent Director in 2005. He has extensive experience in the public sector, having worked in Thai ministries. He began his career as a civil servant in 1971 at the Ministry of Interior. From 1979 to 2004, he served as a Diplomat in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, where he held various positions, including Secretary to the Minister; Deputy Chief of Mission of the Embassy in Washington, USA; Director-General, Protocol Department; Director General, Information Department; Spokesman of the Foreign Ministry; and Ambassador to the Kingdom of Cambodia, Japan and the United States. He was an Advisor to the Prime Minister in 2004 and from 2004 to September 2007 the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Tourism and Sports. He holds a Bachelor of Political Science from Boston University and has attended the National Defense College. He has received various royal Thai and foreign decorations, such as the Knight Grand Cordon (Special Class) of the Most Noble Order of the Crown of Thailand, the Knight Grand Cordon (Special Class) of the Most Exalted Order of the White Elephant, the Grand Companion (Second Class, Lower Grade) of the Most Illustrious Order of Chula Chom Klao, the Order of the Sacred Treasure, Gold and Silver Star and the Grand Cordon of the Order of the Rising Sun. He is currently a Chairman of the Board of the Tourism Authority of Thailand and Chairman of the University Council at the Rajamangala University of Technology Krungthep. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 48 49 Mr. Sithichai Chaikriangkrai Gen. Dr. Choo-Chat Kambhu Na Ayudhya Director and Senior Vice President Independent Director Mr. Thapana Sirivadhanabhakdi Gen. Dr. Choo-Chat Kambhu Na Ayudhya was appointed Independent Director in 2006. He served the Royal Thai Army from 1973 to 1987 as General Surgeon of the Medical Department. From 1987 to 1991, he was Chairman of the Department of Anatomy of the Phra Mongkut College of Medicine. From 1994 to 2004, he held various positions in the Royal Thai Army, including the Director-General of the Armed Forces Research Institute of Medical Service; an Assistant Surgeon-General; Deputy Surgeon-General; Surgeon-General; and General Special Army Expert and Consultant. He is a senior surgeon and physician at the Medical Bureau to the Royal Court of Thailand. He received his Diploma in Medicine from Westf. Wilhelms Universitat zu Munster, and Doctorate in Medicine from the Georg-August Universitat zu Goettingen. He also has a Diploma from the National Defense College of Thailand and a Certificate of Proficiency in General Surgery from the Royal College of Surgeons of Thailand. He is a permanent member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Thailand and the Medical Association of Thailand. As for royal decorations, he has won the Knight Grand Commander (Special Class, Higher Grade) of the Most Illustrious Order of Chula Chom Klao and Knight Grand Cordon (Special Class) of the Most Exalted Order of the White Elephant. Mr. Vivat Tejapaibul Director Mr. Vivat Tejapaibul was appointed a Director in 2003. He has over 18 years’ experience in the banking industry, having served in Bangkok Metropolitan Bank Plc. in various positions from 1979 to 1998, including Secretary to the Managing Director, Deputy Director of the Trading Department, Director of Branch Administrative and Vice President. He holds a Bachelor of Law from Thammasat University and a Master’s degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University, USA. President Mr. Panote Sirivadhanabhakdi Director Mr. Panote Sirivadhanabhakdi was appointed Director in February 2007. He has been Director of Beer Thai (1991) Plc. from 2000 to 2004 and Director of Beer Thip Brewery (1991) Co., Ltd. since 2004 and Director of Sura Bangyikhan Group of Companies since 2002. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Engineering from Boston University and a Master of Science in Analysis, Design and Management of Information System from the London School of Economics and Political Science. Mr. Samut Hatthasing Director / 4th Executive Vice Chairman Mr. Samut Hatthasing has been the Fourth Executive Vice Chairman since January 2008 and was the President of ThaiBev from February 2004 to December 2007. He joined the Group in 1986 and has held various marketing positions. He was also a Trading Manager of Sura Maharas Plc from 1986 to 1999. He was a Director and Executive Vice President of the Sura Bangyikhan Group of Companies from 2000 to 2003. In 1980, he was a Provincial Manager of the Surathip Group of Companies and later Marketing Manager of Surathip Co., Ltd. from 1981 to 1985. He was a Senior Manager of PTI Co., Ltd. in 1979 and a Supervisor in the Agricultural Credit Division of Thai Military Bank from 1977 to 1978. From 1967 to 1976, he served as an Assistant Branch Manager of the Bank of Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives. He holds a Bachelor of Economics from Thammasat University and has completed the Director Accreditation Program with the Thai Institute of Directors. Mr. Thapana Sirivadhanabhakdi was appointed the President of the Company in January 2008. Prior to this appointment, he was the director and Executive Vice President of the Company from 2003 to January 2008. In addition, he has also held several executive positions in many leading companies such as Vice Chairman of Red Bull Distillery (1998) Co., Ltd. since 2004, and Executive Director of Berli Jucker Public Company Limited since 2001. In 2004, he was appointed Vice Chairman of Thai Alcohol Public Company Limited, Executive Director of Beer Thai (1991) Public Company Limited, and Vice Chairman of Dhospaak Co., Ltd. Since 2006, he has been Vice Chairman of Oishi Group Public Company Limited. Furthermore, since 2007, he has held other important positions, such as Director and Chairman of the Executive Committee of Univentures Public Company Limited, and Vice Chairman of Siam Food Products Public Company Limited. He has also acted as a Director of several ThaiBev subsidiary companies. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance and a Master of Science Administration in Finance Economics from Boston University, USA. Ms. Kanoknart Rangsithienchai Director and Executive Vice President Ms. Kanoknart Rangsithienchai was appointed as a Director and Executive Vice President in 2003. She has extensive experience in finance and accounting. Before joining the Company, she had been the Executive Vice President of the Sangsom Group of Companies from 2000 to 2003, and the Vice President of the Office of Controller, Surathip Group of Companies from 1983 to 1999. From 1975 to 1982, she served as the Accounting Manager of the T.C.C. Group of Companies and as an accountant at J&JHO Co., Ltd., from 1970 to 1975. She holds a Bachelor of Accounting from Thammasat University and has completed the Director Accreditation Program with the Thai Institute of Directors. Mr. Sithichai Chaikriangkrai was appointed a Director and Senior Vice President in 2004. He joined the T.C.C. Group in year 1990 and has also been the Chairman of Group Financial Center since 2003. He has over 23 years’ experience in financial positions, including the Finance and Accounting Manager of Asia Voyages & Pansea Hotel Co., Ltd., from 1983 to 1990; as a Financial Analyst of Goodyear (Thailand) Co., Ltd., from 1980 to 1983; and as an External Auditor in Coopers & Lybrand from 1977 to 1980. He holds a Bachelor of Accountancy (First Class Honors) from Thammasat University, and has a Diploma in Computer Management from Chulalongkorn University and completed the Director Certification Program with the Thai Institute of Directors. He also has a mini M.B.A. in Leadership Management from Kasetsart University. Mr. Ueychai Tantha-Obhas Director and Senior Vice President Mr. Ueychai Tantha-Obhas has been a Director since September 2005. Before joining ThaiBev, he was the Chief Executive Officer, from July 1995 to December 2002, and Managing Director of Riche Monde (Bangkok) Ltd., from January 1988 to February 1994; the Managing Director of Sarin Property Co., Ltd., from March 1994 to June 1995; and the Group Product Manager of Colgate Palmolive Co., Ltd., from September 1979 to June 1983. From May 1973 to August 1979, he held various sales and marketing positions in Karnasuta General Assembly Co., Ltd. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from St. Louis University, a Master of Business Administration from Thammasat University and is certified to have completed the Advanced Management Program from INSEAD, France. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 50 51 Dr. Pisanu Vichiensanth Director and Senior Vice President Dr. Pisanu Vichiensanth has been a Director and Senior Vice President since February 2004. He has held several positions in ThaiBev, including Executive Vice President from 2000 to 2003 and Senior Vice Executive President from 2003 to 2004, at subsidiary Beer Thai (1991) Plc. He is currently the President of Beer Thai (1991) Plc. Before joining ThaiBev, he had been the Vice President of Engineering and Development (1997-2000) and Assistant Plant Executive (1994-1996) of Carlsberg Brewery (Thailand) Co., Ltd. He was a consultant at Pan Engineering Consultant Co., Ltd., from 1992 to 1994. From 1977 to 1993, he held several teaching positions, including Head of Food Science and Technology at Thammasat University and Head of Food Technology at Khon Kaen University from 1992 to 1993, and from 1989 to 1992, respectively. He lectured in food technology at Khon Kaen University from 1977 to 1990. He holds a Ph.D. in Engineering from Technical University, Berlin; a Master of Technology (Second Class Honors) in Biotechnology from Massey University; and a Bachelor of Science (Food Science) from Kasetsart University. Mr. Chukiet Tangpongprush Director and Senior Vice President Mr. Chukiet Tangpongprush was appointed as a Director and Senior Vice President of ThaiBev in 2003. Before joining, he was a lawyer from 1963 to 1983. From 1983 to 1986, he served first as Manager of law firm and later as Executive Director of Surathip Sansukko Co., Ltd. From 1987 to 1999, he served first as Executive Director and later as the head of the General Affairs Department of Suramaharas Plc. He joined Surabangyikhan Co., Ltd., in 2000 as the head of the Human Administration and General Affairs. He holds a Bachelor of Law from Thammasat University and the Thai Barrister at Law from the Institute of Legal Education Barrister at Law, and has completed the Director Accreditation Program with the Thai Institute of Directors. He is also a member of the Thai Bar and of the Lawyers Council of Thailand. Top Executive Profile Mr. Sawat Sopa Mr. Saikeaw Vongpisethkul Executive Vice President Senior Vice President Mr. Sawat Sopa was appointed Executive Vice President in 2004, responsible for liquor production and technique. He was the Managing Director of Beer Thai (1991) Co., Ltd., and Executive Vice Chairman of Red Bull Distillery (1988) Co., Ltd., from 1992 to 1995, and from 1995 to Present, respectively. From 1980 to 1992, he served as an Executive Director of the 43 Group of companies and Assistant Chief Executive Director, responsible for liquor and alcohol production. From 1964 to 1975, he served first as an engineer and later as the Chief Engineer of Siam Chem Co., Ltd. From 1963 to 1964, he served as an engineer in Bangchak Oil Refinery. Mr. Sawat sits on the boards of directors of various organizations including the Thab Neelaniti Foundation, Chulalongkorn University Association, The Petroleum & Petrochemical College, Chulalongkorn University and President of Gymnastics Association of Thailand. He has also been appointed as Special Commissioner of the Secretariat of the House of Representatives to consider draft bills on workmen’s protection, the securities and stock market and excise tax; a specialist to the Committee of the House Standing Committee on Natural Resources and Environment; and a member of the Financial Committee and Subcommittee of the Ethanol Investment Project under the Royal Ethanol Project Bureau, Ministry of Science, Technology and Environment. He holds a Bachelor degree of Science in Chemical Engineering and has completed the Director Accreditation Program with the Thai Institute of Directors. He is a Member (Fifth Class) of the Most Exalted Order of the White Elephant and a Companion (Fourth Class) of the Most Noble Order of the Crown of Thailand. Mr. Saikeaw Vongpisethkul was appointed Senior Vice President in 2006. He has over 39 years’ experience in management as Vice President of Thai Pure Drink Co., Ltd. from 1967 to 2006. He was also an Advisor of the Association for Overseas Technical Scholarships from 1991 to 1993. He has served the Federation of Thai Industries as Logistics Committee Member and Environmental Committee Member since 1981. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering (Honors) from Chulalongkorn University. Mr. Jean Lebreton Head of Strategy and Business Development Mr. Lebreton worked for the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) from 1989 to 2005. He became a partner in the company in 1995. After working for BCG in France for five years, he moved to Thailand in 1994 to open the Bangkok office of BCG. After leaving BCG in 2005, Mr. Lebreton worked independently for several years before joining ThaiBev in January 2008. Mr. Lebreton has extensive experience in Asia, including several years in Shanghai, China. He has worked in many industry sectors as a consultant, including consumer goods, banking, and energy, covering topics such as market development, consumer research, re-engineering, and value management. At ThaiBev, Mr. Lebreton will work with other senior executives to develop and implement strategy and facilitate the integration of future acquisitions. Mr. Lebreton has an MBA from Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 52 53 Organization Structure ANNUAL REPORT 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited Audit Committee Board of Directors Risk Management Committee Office of Internal Audit Executive Committee Nomination Committee Remuneration Committee Office of Chairman of Executive Committee General Affairs President and CEO International Businesses Office of the CEO Office of Corporate Communications Office of Corporate Secretariat Office of External Affairs Office of Legal Affairs Corporate Services - Office of Human Resources - Office of Information Technology Strategy Finance Sales Marketing - Office of Strategic Planning - Office of Controller - Office of Sales Planning and Support - Office of Marketing - Office of Treasury - Centre of Excellence Business Development Non-Alcohol Production Beer Production Spirit Production - Office of Business Development - Office of Non-Alcohol Production - Office of Beer Production - Office of Liquor Production - Office of Technical Service and Environment - Office of Engineer - Office of Corporate Planning & General Services - Office of Natural Essences Production *Effective from January 18, 2008 Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 54 Responsibilities and authorization of each Office Office of Chairman of the Executive Board Manages and screens items to be proposed to the Chairman of the Executive Board and manages general tasks for the Chairman of the Executive Board. Office of President Manage secretarial tasks for the President. Provide essential back-up in both administrative and strategic tasks. Coordinate with all internal units as well as external organizations both domestically and internationally. Arrange meetings of each ad hoc committee as assigned. Office of Internal Audit Assists the Board in promoting good corporate governance; reports to the Audit Committee significant issues of risk management, internal controls and governance; provides advisory services and the resolution of issues concerning internal controls; and promotes risk management to all units’ operations. 55 Office of Liquor Production Manages and oversees operations of the three liquor groups in compliance with the goals and policies of Thai Beverage Public Company Limited, including the promotion of the development of production and personnel skills for the sustainable benefit of the Company. Office of Technical Service & Environment Formulates liquor production processes and controls liquor production at 17 distilleries to meet the requirements of each type as well as the standards of the Thai Industrial Standards Institute. This includes the formulation of environmental management systems and controlling water treatment systems. Office of Non-Alcohol Production Office of Sales Planning and Support Manages and oversees operations of the non-alcoholic beverages in compliance with the goals and policies of Thai Beverage Public Company Limited, including the promotion of the development of production and personnel skills for the sustainable benefit of the Company. Supervises and oversees support on the sale activities by coordinating with Office of Marketing in order to ensure that the sale activities are performed according to the strategic plan. Office of Business Development Supervises and oversees all related businesses in order to ensure the compliance to the Company business policy including giving advice and strategic planning to develop each business unit to gain a maximize value added to the Company. Office of Marketing Office of Engineer Oversees the engineering section to support the distilleries and the Company’s affiliates to align with goals for the utmost benefit to the Group. Office of Natural Essences Production Oversees the process of natural essences production to meet the quality set forth by the Company. Office of Beer Production Manages and oversees the production of the three beer companies in compliance with the goals and policies of Thai Beverage Public Company Limited, including the promotion of the development of production and personnel skills for the sustainable benefit of the Group. Creates marketing, sales, advertising, public relations, product development and merchandise distribution plans in support of Group activities. Manages budgets, arranges and controls the total product distribution in compliance with goals. Analyzes and formulates marketing strategies in line with market competition. Office of Controller Supervises and oversees the corporate functions of accounting and budgeting to ensure the compliance with generally accepted accounting principles in Thailand to present the complete, accurate and timely financial informations as well as compliance with the procedures set forth by the Board of Directors. Office of Treasury Supervises and oversees support for treasury affairs to ensure technical and legal compliance of operations, as well as compliance with the procedures set forth by the Board of Directors. Office of Strategic Planning To oversee and coordinate Thai Beverage Public Company Limited transformation program through the Project Management Office (PMO), centralize all M&A activities in close coordination with the finance Office, with a focus on strategic evaluation and Post Merger Integration, and leads key projects as required to define and implement the group’s strategy. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 56 Centre of Excellence To manage the budgeting and reporting processes, oversee the investor relation department, and identify and disseminate best practices. Office of Human Resources Institutes international-standard human resources procedures that are capable of coordinating between the headquarters and regional offices - taking into account the value of human resources, commitment to ethics, and compliance with laws. Office of Information Technology Responsible for information technology (IT) services, including development of advanced IT systems so that business units can access information and tools to enhance the Company’s competitiveness. Office of General Services Oversees administrative works for both the Company and its affiliates, such as cleaning services and maintenance of office buildings, supply of office equipment and stationery, security systems and insurance for the assets. Ensures that the work complies with Company policies and regulations to efficiently support the major business and activities of the Group. Office of Corporate Communications Supervises and is responsible for all aspects of corporate communications functions, namely public relations, internal and external communications, electronic communications as well as investor relations, to garner the utmost benefits for the Company, particularly in regards to corporate image and the fostering of relationship to efficiently support the Company’s businesses and activities. Office of Corporate Secretariat Arranges all Board and shareholders meetings of the Company and its group companies and oversees in compliance with Securities Laws and the Listing Manual of the Singapore Exchange as well as controls disclosure of material information to ensure compliance with laws, regulations and the Lising Manual, as well as Company policy. Provides suitable advice to all directors and key executives. Administers corporate information and analyzes Securities Laws relating to Company business. Oversees the share registration of the Company and its group companies and coordinates with related parties to the share registrar work and organizes the preparation of the annual report. 57 Office of External Affairs Oversees external affairs. Directly and indirectly creates positive relationships with business partners, leading to commercial oppotunities and supporting negotiations and business connections over the short and long terms. In addition, build relations with government and social aspects organizations as well as planning and running corporate community programmes. Office of Legal Affairs Analyzes and advises all units of the Company on legal issues to ensure full compliance with the law and for the best interests of the Company as well as being responsible for litigation matters, juristic acts/ contracts matters, registration matters relating to partnerships/ companies, and intellectual property. Others Chinese Herb Spirits White Spirits Brown Spirits 59 58 Niyomthai 40 Degrees Niyomthai 35 Degrees Niyomthai 30 Degrees Niyomthai 28 Degrees White Tiger 40 Degrees White Tiger 35 Degrees White Tiger 30 Degrees White Tiger 28 Degrees Paitong 35 Degrees Paitong 30 Degrees Ruang Khao 40 Degrees Ruang Khao 35 Degrees Ruang Khao 30 Degrees Ruang Khao 28 Degrees Ble nd 285 Blue Crown 99 Hong Thong Mungkorn Thong Mekhong Superior Mekhong SangSom Similan SangSom Premium SangSom Superior SangSom Beer Thai Beverage Public Company Limited Annual Report 2007 Product Portfolio Chang Soda Water Chang Drinking Water Shinobu Choo 10 New Choo 3 New Sua Dum Chiang-Chun Archa Chang Light Chang Draught Chang Archa Chang Light Chang Draught Chang Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 60 61 Operating and Financial Review Contents Corporate Vision 1. Overview “We will strive to become a leading global beverage company with focus on commercial excellence, continued premiumisation of our products, and professionalism.” 2. Corporate Vision 3. Business in Thailand 4. Overseas Business 5. Management Discussion and Analysis 6. Shareholder Returns 7. Risk Factors Overview Mission Thai Beverage Public Company Limited (“ThaiBev”) was incorporated in Thailand in October 2003 in order to consolidate Thailand’s leading beer and spirits businesses owned by the principal shareholders and their business associates under a single holding company. ThaiBev was subsequently listed on the Singapore Exchange (“SGX”) on May 30, 2006. The listing was the largest in Singapore in ten years, raising US$1.574 billion (or Baht 38.08 billion) and received great interest. We will seek “partnerships” among our key stakeholders through six guiding values The major substantial shareholder in ThaiBev is Mr. Charoen Sirivadhanabhakdi, family and associates, who own approximately 64.94% of the company’s paid-up share capital (as of December 31 2007), the rest being held by private groups, investment institutions and retail investors. Not only is ThaiBev Thailand’s largest alcohol beverages producer, it is also one of Southeast Asia’s largest, though today 96.4% of its revenues are generated in Thailand. Since listing, ThaiBev has implemented a strategy to allow it to expand overseas. To this end, its wholly-owned subsidiary, International Beverage Holdings Limited (“IBHL”) is charged with this task. To date, IBHL has set up sales offices in 6 countries and commenced active promotion of sales to countries like the USA, UK, Australia, and others of two of ThaiBev’s products, Chang Beer and Mekhong rum. Expansion will also include whiskies made in Scotland by IBHL’s subsidiary Inver House. Corporate Vision “We will strive to become a leading global beverage company with focus on commercial excellence, continued premiumisation of our products, and professionalism.” • • • • • • Offer quality products for every customer segment Satisfy distributors’ needs by offering professional services Provide first quartile returns to our shareholders with consistent high revenue growth and profitability Become a role model in terms of professionalism, transparency, and good corporate governance Trust, empower, and reward our staff to make them accountable Contribute to public and local communities Corporate Development Strategy Our corporate development strategy will emphasize premiumisation, internationalization and professionalisation. We will discuss premiumisation and internationalization in following sections, but the professional development of our management and other human resources will play an increasing role in the success of the Company over time. Part of the impetus has been the conversion of the Company from private to public, and there are ongoing measures to allow management to embrace accountability and create an organization that is more efficient and focused on operational excellence. Professionalism is linked to good corporate governance, which will ensure the Company is well-run on behalf of shareholders. Investors should note that we have commenced the introduction of international-standard metrics that will assist management monitor their performance and thus help to improve it over time. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 62 63 Business in Thailand While 2007 has seen a continuation of the vigorous competition seen in 2006, the alcohol beverage industry has continued to grow. ThaiBev has continued to see a rise in demand for low alcohol beers and brown spirits. White spirits sales were affected by economic difficulties, but remain the key underpinning of ThaiBev’s profitability for the present. Domestic Business Strategy ThaiBev’s strategy for the domestic market focuses on the protection of the core businesses of beer and spirits. We intend to continue growing the portfolio and become a leader in all alcoholic segments. We strongly believe that the Thai market has room to grow further as there is still a lack of choice regarding the number of brands available and the narrow segmentation of brands. Thai people aspire to move to higher-end drinks, whether alcoholic or non-alcoholic and as the economy improves, as it must do over time, ThaiBev will have products ready to meet consumer demand. Today, the Company dominates the economy segment of its businesses. In future, we will introduce standard and premium products that will extend the portfolio upwards. This will provide us with higher margins and greater profitability over time. We have noted that the spirits market will move toward brown spirits over the long term and a more balanced portfolio will allow us to diversify the inherent risk of relying on one type of product or another over time. We also intend to continue to premiumize our current portfolio. For instance, we have already introduced gift boxes for several spirits products such as Sangsom rum in 2007. We re-launched Hong Thong in 2006 with new packaging that led to a good response from consumers. These steps will raise the market perception of our products and lead to more sustained growth in the future. Investment in machinery picked up as seen in rising capital goods’ imports in the latter half of the year. However, construction continued to contract. Private consumption rose 1.3% year-on-year but this was lower than expected. Business sentiment has been reasonably stable, with the Business Sentiment Index (BSI) now standing at 44.5 in December 2007. However, the outlook is positive due to public satisfaction with the election result. Domestic demand in 2007 has improved gradually. Export growth slowed but the trade surplus remained high due to lower imports. The Thai economy in 2007 grew by 4.5% with domestic demand contributing to overall growth. Negative factors that may slow down the pick-up in future domestic demand are higher oil prices and consumer goods driven by higher transportation costs. Core Inflation 0.8-1.3% (2007) GDP Growth 4.3-4.8% (2007) Exchange Rates 34.5367 Baht/US$ (2007 avg.) Population 65.6 Million (2005) Alcohol Consumption Beer 31.3 (liters per capita, 2006) Spirits 10.4 (liters per capita, 2006) Source: Bank of Thailand, Canadean, The Beer Service Annual Report - 2007 Cycle In order to diversify the portfolio further, the Company will expand further into the non-alcoholic drinks market to offer a complete range of beverages. The Company has already acquired all the energy drinks and ready-to-drink (RTD) coffee assets of Wrangyer Beverage Company Limited, in January 2008 and we have informed the market that we are negotiating for another acquisition in the energy drinks business. The energy drinks market is growing by approximately 3% per annum and the net profit margins are around 10%, making it an attractive entry point into non-alcoholic beverages for us. ThaiBev has one of the largest distribution networks in Thailand and it will have to make more strategic use of this network over time by offering it to outside organizations. First the Company needs to make it more efficient in, and more capable of, handling a wider range of products. To achieve this, the Company introduced a logistics project in August 2007. One of the objectives of which is to introduce five huge distribution centers around Thailand that would be able to store more products and distribute them to surrounding regions more efficiently. Legislation The Alcohol Control Act was passed by parliament in December 2007. A National Committee for Alcoholic Beverage Policy was set up to provide the framework of how the Act is to be implemented. The final draft of the Act was approved by parliament on February 13, 2008, and promulgated in the Royal Gazette on February 14, 2008. Many of the regulations mentioned here were expected by the Company for some time and we are already prepared to comply with the law. The Thai Economy Sites where alcohol may be sold and consumed are now regulated. Alcohol may not be sold or consumed in temples and other religious places, health-related sites, hospitals and pharmacies. Neither may alcohol be sold at government sites, hostels and educational institutions. However, shops, private rest areas and clubs situated on government sites are exempt. Sites that have traditionally been used for eating and drinking are also exempt. The Thai economy has declined slowly over the course of 2007, but with some positive sentiment towards the 1 end of the year as the election on December 23 approached. Private investment fell 0.8% year-on-year in 2007. Alcohol may not be sold in petrol or fuel service stations or shops in their vicinity, nor is alcohol allowed in public parks run by the state. 1 Source: Bank of Thailand estimate We should note that petrol stations in Thailand have not been selling alcohol in the shops on their premises for some time due to an earlier Ministerial Regulation. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 64 Although the Minister of Health may on occasion proclaim days and times when alcohol may not be sold, this would be in addition to existing restrictions on times when alcohol may not be sold. Normally alcohol is not sold the evening before an election, for instance. It is now forbidden to sell alcoholic drinks to anyone under 20 years old. It is also forbidden to sell alcohol using automatic vending machines, by hawking or to offer discounts to promote sales. No gifts, rewards or prizes may be provided to those purchasing alcoholic drinks or by using the redemption of things like bottle tops, for example. Companies may not offer alcoholic drinks for people to try or to impose any conditions that oblige the purchase of alcohol. Regarding advertising, it is now forbidden to advertise alcoholic beverages directly or show the drinking of alcohol. The industry cannot show the name or brand of alcoholic drinks to accentuate the merits of alcoholic drinks or entice people to drink. This has been a regulation for some time and the Company already complies with it. Advertising and public relations of alcoholic beverages are allowed per se but there are exemptions relating to advertising subject to Ministerial Regulations (that have not yet been issued). These would be limited to information and news about social contributions without the appearance of any product photos or the packaging of alcoholic drinks, except for the symbol or logo of the drink or company only. In principle, this implies that advertising may now be allowed, but the focus must be on meritorious activities, such as how ThaiBev provides support to society. Examples here would be our continued support for arts and crafts, health, sports, religious activities, youth projects and other support for the poor and underprivileged that ThaiBev has pursued over the years. Therefore, as long as the advert does not show bottles or drinking scenes, it should be allowed. We note this will enable ThaiBev to continue to build its corporate image in Thailand. 65 The Cabinet approved raising the excise tax ceiling from an ad valorem rate of 60% and a specific rate of Baht 400 per liter of pure alcohol, to an ad valorem rate of 99% and a specific rate of Baht 1,000 per liter of pure alcohol as proposed by the Minister of Finance. The objective of this ceiling rate increase is to provide flexibility to the Excise Department in managing future excise tax rates. The matter must be passed by Act of Parliament. Due to the change of government following the election on December 23, 2007, the Act must be re-submitted to the new parliament for its approval. On August 28, 2007, the government approved and announced new excise tax increases. The increases were on white and compound spirits and brandy. The tax increases affected ThaiBev’s white spirits and its three compound spirit brands; Mungkorn Thong, Hong Thong, Blend 285 and Chinese herbal spirits. The white spirits specific rate increased from Baht 70 per liter of 100 per cent alcohol to Baht 110 per liter of 100 per cent alcohol, while the ad valorem rate changed from 25% to 50%. The specific rate for compound and Chinese spirits increased from Baht 240 per liter of 100 per cent alcohol to Baht 280 per liter while the ad valorem rate remains 50 per cent of the ex-factory price. For brandy, the ad valorem rate increased from 40 per cent to 45 per cent of the ex-factory price, while the specific rate remained unchanged at Baht 400 per liter of 100 per cent alcohol. On 14 January 2008, the Government applied an additional amount of 1.5% onto the excise tax of all alcoholic beverages in order to pay for the new public broadcasting system. Table of Excise Taxes levied on the Company’s products showing the rise in August 2007 on certain products and the addition of 1.5% across the board in January 2008 Product Ad Valorem Rate (Ex-factory) The law does not cover advertisements that originate outside Thailand. Investors should note that ThaiBev is a shirt sponsor of Everton Football Club in the UK and that this sponsorship will not be affected by these new regulations in Thailand. After consideration of these regulations under the Alcohol Control Act, ThaiBev believes that while there will be some effect on promotional activities, the Company’s extensive distribution network mitigates the loss of some other marketing tools. Moreover, while the restrictions on public places where alcohol may be sold and consumed are reasonable, we should note that the vast majority of ThaiBev’s products today are drunk in the home. In sum, the Alcohol Control Act is a restriction on the ability of companies to promote and position their products in the minds of consumers, but is not in itself an obstruction to sales. Nothing in the Act forbids consumers from purchasing and drinking alcohol. Certainly, there is a risk to new entrants that they may not be able to establish themselves with consumers who will be unaware of their presence if they can only advertise logos and social contributions as they will not have the distribution network in place to offer a pervasive brand presence. ThaiBev has an extensive distribution network in Thailand for alcoholic beverages which is advantageous to the sales of new products. Taxation Besides corporate income tax, which is set at a rate of 30% in Thailand, the Company pays excise tax on its alcoholic beverages. This is imposed before our products leave the factory and explains why the Company has a relatively high use of short term cash. There are two methods that can be used by the Government to levy the tax; either according to the amount of alcohol per liter, called a specific rate, or based on a determined ex-factory price, called the ad valorem rate. The Excise Department may use either the specific or ad valorem rates depending on which one is the higher. Fermented Liquor Beer Wine & Sparkling wine from grapes Local Fermented Liquor Other Distilled Liquor White spirits* Compounded spirits (Hong Thong, Mungkorn Thong, Chinese Herb)* Blended spirits (Mekhong) Special spirits Brandy* Whisky Other (Sangsom, Crown99, Blue) Absolute Alcohol used in industry used in medicine, pharmaceuticals, science other Specific Rate Unit 55% 60% 25% 25% Liter of pure alcohol Liter of pure alcohol Liter of pure alcohol 100 100 70 70 25% - > 50% 50% 50% Liter of pure alcohol Liter of pure alcohol Liter of pure alcohol 70 - > 110 240 - > 280 400 40% - > 45% 50% 50% Liter of pure alcohol Liter of pure alcohol Liter of pure alcohol 400 400 400 2% 0.10% 10% Liter Liter Liter of pure alcohol 1 0.05 6 + Municipal Taxes: 10% of Excise + Health Promotion Fund Contribution: 2% of Excise + Thai Public Broadcasting Service Fund Contribution: 1.5% of Excise** * New Tax Rate Applied from 28 Aug 2007, ** TPBS Funds Applied From 14 Jan 2008 Liter of pure alcohol Bt/Unit Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 66 Beer Business Archa Beer was the only Thai beer to have received a Gold Medal. Back in 1998, Chang was the first Thai beer to win this award, making Thai Beverage Public Company Limited the only Thai brewer to have won AIBA Gold Medals. 67 Since the introduction of Chang Beer to the masses in 1995, people in rural areas had limited choice and there was a potential to provide more products to them. In 2006 it became clear that an alternative would either have to be introduced by ThaiBev or a competitor. The re-launch of Archa Beer into the northeast and other rural areas proved the case that there is a section of society that wants a lighter alternative to Chang Beer. Along with Chang Light and Chang Draught, lighter beers are finding favor in both rural and urban areas, with the total sales volume at the end of 2007 Climbing to 956.8 million liters. Total sales of Archa Beer alone accounts for 31% of ThaiBev’s beer portfolio. Archa Beer won over more than 20 judges to claim the coveted Gold Medal in European Lager Division at the 2007 Australian International Beer Awards (AIBA). Archa Beer was cited for being “an outstanding beer that displays the correct balance of taste, aroma and appearance appropriate for the style and excellent technical merit”. Archa Beer was the only Thai beer to have received a Gold Medal. Back in 1998, Chang Beer was the first Thai beer to win this award, making ThaiBev the only Thai brewer to have won AIBA Gold Medals. There has been phenomenal growth among the lighter beers in the portfolio on the back of a rising trend globally. ThaiBev intends to continue this success by introducing new beers at the right time at high market positions and higher margins as part of its premiumisation policy. In 2004, the Company decided to expand the capacity of its northern brewery at Kamphaengphet province. This was done as the beer market had risen to the extent that the former total capacity of the Company’s three breweries was already running at full capacity. With plans to expand production to include exports, the expansion was timed well to meet the current upsurge in demand for beer. The Baht 7.2 billion project was completed in 2007, bringing the capacity of Kamphaengphet province up to 900 million liters. Together with the two other breweries at Wang Noi and Bang Ban in Ayutthaya province, the Company now has a total production capacity of 1,550 million liters per annum, making us one of the largest brewers in Southeast Asia. Utilization normally runs at approximately 68% of total capacity per annum. However, this sometimes increases to almost 95% utilization prior to and during peak periods as our brewing team has a policy of providing only fresh beer to consumers and therefore does not normally brew well in advance of a peak period and store the beer. At this level of utilization, and the growth of the beer industry in 2007 of 6%, ThaiBev expects full utilization in approximately six years. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 68 Spirits Business While approximately 52% of ThaiBev’s sales come from spirits, this product accounts for about 85% of net profit. ThaiBev’s spirits portfolio is split into two types, brown and white spirits. All the Company’s white spirits are made from molasses (a product of sugar cane) as are the majority of its brown spirits made in Thailand. Only Crown 99 and Blue are whiskies. Whereas white spirits are an economy drink, commonly consumed in rural areas and among the segment of society that performs physical labor, brown spirits are what most consumers aspire to drink. 69 The past year has seen the Thai economy slow measurably, with the effect being felt mostly in rural areas and among laborers. As consumer confidence has declined, the Company has seen a noticeable effect on its white spirits’ sales, which acts as a barometer of the rural economy. Sales volume of white spirits began to decline as consumers switched to half bottles or single shots. In some cases the community spirits sector in Thailand was the beneficiary. However, we know that white spirits are consumed mostly by the older generation and we do not expect the younger generation to continue this tradition forever. By nature, younger people prefer to consume brown spirits and beer, and this is the area that the Company will be concentrating more on in the future. In October 2006, we launched Blend 285 and positioned it to provide the consumer with a superior quality product at an affordable price. The product features premium clues such as an individual gift box, non-refillable cap (“NRF”), and westernized packaging design. The product has proven popular throughout 2007 and sold 14.8 million liters, a success that clearly demonstrates the strength of our distribution platform which enables new products to gain deep market penetration over a short period of time. ThaiBev has approximately 74% of the spirits market. In May 2007, the prices of some brown spirits were raised. The selling price in Baht for one case (i.e. a dozen bottles) increased as illustrated here: Increase per case (Baht) Bottle Half bottle Hong Thong 110 (+7.1%) 118 (+15.3%) Sangsom 120 (+5.5%) 60 (+5.6%) Mekhong 110 (+7.7%) 55 (+7.7%) Blend 285 150 (+8.5%) N/A Mungkorn Thong None 118 (+16.6%) In September 2007, we acquired United Products Company Limited (“UPC”) and SPM Foods and Beverages Company Limited (“SPM”). Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 70 71 Industrial Alcohol Business UPC is primarily engaged in the manufacturing and distribution of spirits, including contract distilling. UPC has various brands in its portfolio, for example “White Bear” white sprits, “Mungkorn Taejean” white sprits, “Noble Lords” whisky, “Tumbler” whisky, etc. Its distillery is located in Nakhon Pathom province, not far from Bangkok. The total design capacity of UPC’s distillery at 50 degree alcohol content is approximately 30,000 liters per day. In 2007, UPC has been operating its distillery at approximately 35% utilization of its design capacity. This utilization comprises 90.18% white spirits and 9.82 special spirits, known as Bacardi Breezer, under the Bacardi brand. We have agreed to renew Bacardi’s current contract for another year and are now working on a longer-term contract. SPM is a company primarily engaged in the manufacture and distribution of mineral drinks, sports drinks, fruit juices and seasoning sauce. It produces OEM products under contract, for example “Gatorade” sports drink, “Fruitnette Jelly Drink,” “SPM” juice, “Furen” seasoning sauce, etc. The Company is considering the extension of the Gatorade contract to the middle of 2008. SPM’s factory is located at Nakhon Pathom province. The rationale for these acquisitions was to enable ThaiBev to obtain new customers and new brands of liquor products, in particular white liquor; to diversify our current alcohol beverage business, and to enter into new non-alcohol beverage businesses. ThaiBev is interested to become a comprehensive producer of drinks, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic as part of its strategy to diversify its portfolio and seek higher returns. We acquired our industrial alcohol plant in 2002 to create further integration in our alcohol business. We are now increasing our exports of industrial alcohol products to key markets such as Japan and India. Since September 2004, we have produced ethanol to make gasohol fuel as a substitute for 95 octane gasoline. We have increased our capacity of ethanol production to meet the expected demand for gasohol and capitalize on the Government’s policy on clean energy. In 2007, our sales volume of ethanol was 42.6 million liters compared to 46.6 million liters in 2006. However, our overall sales volume of industrial alcohol in 2007 is slightly more than that of 2006 due to a temporary production halt as a result of unfavorable product margins in the first quarter of 2006. The industrial alcohol business throughout 2007 was still under pressure. The postponement of an import ban on 95 octane gasoline by the transitional government directly affected demand in the industrial alcohol business in Thailand. Most of the domestic industrial alcohol producers were stuck with high inventories forcing them to lower their prices to deplete stocks. Oil companies are enjoying good profit from gasohol due to low alcohol prices but this was not enough to motivate them to promote gasohol. Exporting industrial alcohol is the only available source of business open to ThaiBev. However, global industrial alcohol prices have been very competitive due to abundant supplies from Brazil. Despite all the difficulties, ThaiBev managed to sell a total of 59.5 million liters of alcohol,which was 23 percent higher than total sales of the same period last year. ThaiBev will continue to focus on the exporting business for the remainder of this year. Domestic sales in 2007 were 36.7 million liters, which was 9.4% lower than the sales in 2006. The average price per liter of Baht 24.97 in 2006 decreased to Baht 16.14 per liter in 2007. Thai Alcohol Public Company Limited exported 22.8 million liters in 2007, mainly to Japan. There were no export sales in 2006. The Company showed a gross loss of Baht 6 million compared to a gross profit of Baht 211 million last year. Related Businesses The Glass Bottle Purchase Agreement between Bangna Logistics Co., Ltd. (a wholly-owned subsidiary of ThaiBev) and Berli Jucker Public Company Limited. expired on April 30, 2007 and the parties entered into a new Glass Bottle Purchase Agreement dated May 24, 2007 for a period of two years and eight months (effective from May 1, 2007 to December 31, 2009). Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 72 73 Overseas Business International Beverage Holdings Limited (“IBHL” see: www. interbevgroup.com) has been established to be the international arm of Thai Beverage Public Company Limited (ThaiBev). These global operations are managed out of our four regional headquarters located in Hong Kong, Singapore, North America and the United Kingdom together with our major Scotch whisky operations in five distilleries in Scotland. IBHL is responsible for ThaiBev’s international business and is engaged in activities such as the production, marketing and distribution of our portfolio of alcoholic beverages including ThaiBev’s domestically-produced products and Scotch whisky. We currently export our brands to over 80 countries outside Thailand managing this directly with our in-house sales and marketing teams as well as through suitable local distributors where necessary. International Strategy The changing face of the world’s drinks industry will create opportunities for the development of our company in the years ahead. Consumers are demonstrating an increasing desire to trade up to more premium products as well as to experiment with new and interesting brands and these are just two of the trends that we believe will help IBHL achieve its strong brand growth targets. IBHL is incorporated in Hong Kong and currently has subsidiaries in six countries, as follows: • InterBev (Singapore) Limited • InterBev Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. • InterBev (Cambodia) Co., Ltd. • International Beverage Holdings Limited USA, Inc. • International Beverage Holdings (UK) Ltd. and subsidiaries including Inver House Distillers Limited • Best Spirits Company Limited Business Strategy The Company’s strategy with regard to international expansion remains consistent. The Company strongly believes that it must adopt an appropriate route to market, wholly owned or third party depending on our ambitions in that market and market circumstances. We actively seek out distribution partners. Should our beverages begin to gain traction in a country, we would then consider, at least in the case of beer, either contract brewing or purchasing a brewery locally. Where we want to strengthen our presence, we are actively considering investing in existing businesses or start-up companies. Due to the need to identify projects that offer good value, any investment made would have to offer an internal rate of return in the suitable amount. In any investment, IBHL will consider value and potential synergy over price. Initially, IBHL is focusing on flagship brands – Chang beer, Mekhong rum (branded overseas with the legend: “the Spirit of Thailand”), its single malt whiskies, Balblair, Old Pulteney, Speyburn and AnCnoc and blended scotch whiskies such as Hankey Bannister. IBHL has identified key focus markets for each brand and is directing its efforts and resources at these ‘brand market units’. IBHL intends to be a global player with a comprehensive portfolio of products. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 74 We also believe that local partners and management are ways of moving into new markets without a steep learning curve. Key international executives are internationally sourced, and chosen for their long experience in the business. We are also assembling a strong talent pool in the areas of Sales and Marketing from candidates with wide-ranging experience across both beer and spirits. We are doing this by recruitment and through the integration of the Inver House commercial team. We are at the same time building a strong platform of marketing expertise. By employing high-quality, experienced management, IBHL intends to expand faster than it would otherwise be able to do. In some markets, strong local partners will be sought to assist us to work with local distribution networks and overcome indigent cultural and business practice hurdles. We aim to build a strong and unique brand presence in all our core target markets throughout the world and 2007 has already seen the repackaging and successful launch of the iconic Chang Beer and Mekhong brands on the international stage. Chang Beer has been repackaged and recently launched in the major Western markets including USA, UK, Europe and Australia with a focus on the premium imported beer market. Mekhong has also been revamped to appeal to the more discerning spirits drinkers. It will be sold through high-end restaurants and cocktail bars in Europe and North America with the help of its Thai-inspired collection of cocktail recipes. 75 Inver House Recognized Quality Inver House Distillers Limited (www.inverhouse.com) is a leading firm of Scotch whisky distillers, headquartered in Central Scotland, exporting to over 80 countries worldwide. It is held by IBHL through a holding company called International Beverage Holdings (UK) Limited. The company’s principal business is the distillation and sale of Scotch whisky. Inver House Distillers recently received (28 th February 2008) the prestigious ‘International Distiller of the Year’ award at a glittering ceremony held in London. The Airdrie based company beat off impressive competition from exceptional companies throughout the world including Japan, Ireland, Canada, India, Sweden and the USA. Inver House Distillers Limited owns five malt distilleries and markets a number of multi-award winning Single malt Scotch Whiskies: Old Pulteney, Balblair, anCnoc (pronounced ‘a-nock’) and Speyburn. It also distills, blends and bottles a number of Blended Scotch Whisky brands including: Hankey Bannister, Catto’s and McArthur’s, which are marketed and sold in over 78 countries. Inver House, who in the last year has globally re-launched their Balblair Single Malt as a superpremium ‘vintage’ offering, reached the final of the ‘Icons of Whisky’ event by first beating off competition in Scotland from Glenmorangie, Bowmore and William Grant & Sons, before claiming whisky’s highest accolade over seven other global finalists. The industry-voted award is designed to highlight the company who has ‘shown the most commitment to the development of whisky at all levels’ and is highly sought after. A successful redesign of core Thai Product for key export markets. Announced on the eve of Whisky Live London, the Icons of Whisky dinner was created to celebrate the people and places behind the greatest whiskies and whisky companies in the world. The event’s international judging panel recognized Inver House Distillers for bringing ‘dynamic, inspirational and dedicated passion’ to the world of whisky. Milestones 2003 2004 2006 2007 October June May October September Thai Beverage was established as a holding company for the alcohol beverage business Expansion of Kamphaengphet brewery commenced Thai Beverage successfully listed in the Singapore Exchange main board Acquisition of distillery assets from Sin Surang Karn Sura Co., Ltd., manufacturer of White Tiger Acquisition of United Products Co., Ltd. and SPM Foods and Beverages Co., Ltd. manufacturer of White Bear spirits and other products Acquisition of Pacific Spirits UK (PSUK), owner of Inver House Distillers in Scotland and acquisition of Best Spirits Company Limited Remark: In January 2008: Acquisition of energy drink and ready-to-drink coffee assets from Wrangyer Beverage Company Limited Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 76 Major re-launch of flagship malt whisky brand Balblair (www.balblair.com), was successfully repackaged and relaunched during 2007 in our biggest-ever launch program to date for an Inver House single malt whisky. The striking new identity inspired by a 4,000 year old Pictish standing stone overlooking the distillery, has been carefully crafted and will mean the vintages offer a superior choice for informed whisky drinkers across Europe, North America and the fast growing Asian region. The company’s strategy is to position Balblair as a super-premium single malt scotch whisky. Balblair was successfully launched in UK, France, Mexico, Holland, Greece and Japan among other countries. As part of this process, the company developed a new direct marketing program to associate the brand with other luxury goods through a partnership marketing program. Current partners include Mackintosh (www.mackintoshrainwear.com), the original manufacturer of rainwear, who have repositioned themselves in the luxury arena and are one of the “hot brands” in Japan at present. Another partner is John Lowrie Morrison (www.jolomo.com). He is one of the UK’s most prestigious artists and he has exhibited widely in the UK as well as Hong Kong and the USA. The company’s premium single malt whiskies are Old Pulteney (www.oldpulteney.com) and anCnoc (www.ancnoc.com) and its entry-level single malt is Speyburn (www.speyburn.com). Inver House is now poised to enter markets with a clear positioning for all its key brands. Blended scotch whiskies will aid the company in establishing its reputation in global markets. A new blended Scotch whisky is expected to be introduced into Thailand in 2008. Inver House Distillers Limited, which was purchased by IBHL in October 2006, has benefited from a buoyant Scotch market as well as a strategic shift towards focusing more on core malt brands. As a result, pre tax profit have risen to £4.0 million, up 121% for the same period in 2006. 77 Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 78 79 USA Launch IBHL USA now operational International Beverage Holdings Ltd. USA, Inc. (IBHL USA) was established as the regional headquarters for launching the business in North America. The office, based in New York City, is charged with developing the company’s diverse international portfolio of branded Asian spirits and beer throughout North America. IBHL USA is a wholly owned-subsidiary of IBHL, which is 100% owned by ThaiBev. Strategy The introduction to Americans commenced on July 4, 2007, with initial focus on the 5,000 Thai, Vietnamese, Cambodian and Asian-Fusion restaurants in the USA. Unlike in Thailand, Chang is being presented as a super-premium beer in the US market. By offering choice to consumers we believe the category will expand, as demonstrated by Mexican, Japanese and Italian beers. The strategy is to build a platform for growth in East and West Coast markets and to expand further into the interior once these core coastal markets have reached critical mass. While the company is focusing on Thai and other Asian restaurants as its entry point into this market, the following phases include a presence in off-premise trade and, when Chang becomes more established, entry into the mass consumer on-premise market. As part of IBHL’s global strategy, the US market will not be limited to Chang beer alone. Inver House, for instance, counts the USA as a major market for single malt whiskies already. In early 2008, ThaiBev is planning to launch Mekhong rum into the US as part of its strategy of approaching overseas markets as a complete beer and spirits producer. Mekhong will be positioned as a unique Thai spirit using the series of cocktails that have been created to drive interest in this product. Chang is available in six-packs of 330 ml (11.2 oz.) and 640 ml (22 oz.). To the end of 2007, approximately 240,000 liters of beer have been shipped to the USA during the initial six month launch period. Over 30,000 cases have been sold. Key successes in 2007 IBHL’s key successes in 2007 include the successful integration of Inver House and the improvement of its business performance. IBHL was able to integrate Hong Kong-based Best Spirits Company Limited and improve its business performance. The company’s brand marketing and presentation of key brands has developed considerably and revenue is growing faster than volume due to premiumisation and better management. Finally, we have commenced operating in the USA, UK and Australia, not just an achievement in itself but a sign that the company has the potential to enter any market it finds attractive. Initially, the company is targeting the key states of California, Washington, Oregon, Arizona, Nevada, Texas, Georgia, the D.C. area, Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts and Illinois. In the early stages, the key markets are New York City metropolitan area and California. These two major markets are expected to account for almost 30% of total Chang imports. In fact, 66% of Asian Americans live in the states of New York, California, Hawaii, Texas and Illinois; over half of Asian Americans live in Los Angeles, New York City, San Francisco, Honolulu, the District of Columbia and Baltimore, and Chicago. The United States’ highest consumption of alcoholic beverages occurs in New York, Pennsylvania, Florida, Illinois, Texas and California. To date, the company has established Chang in 16 states and 26 metropolitan areas, mainly focused on the East and West coasts. Consumers in the USA have been moving towards super premium imported and craft beers (unique beers made by local small or micro breweries) for several years. The drivers have been the improved economic environment, consumers seeking new, different flavors and a narrowing of the price gap between imported and craft beers, which have held the line on pricing, and major domestic beers. A 330ml bottle of Chang currently sells for around US$4-5 in on premise outlets, while the price is around US$ 7.99 per six-pack of 330ml bottles for off premise outlets. In May 2007, the Company increased the total paid-in capital of IBHL USA, from US$1,000 to US$2.6 million. The capital increase was surplus cash injected by International Beverage Holdings Limited from its working capital. The proceeds provided working capital to support the operations of IBHL USA for 2007. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 80 81 UK Launch Australia In May 2007, International Beverage Holdings (UK) Limited (IBHL UK), launched Chang beer into the UK after testing of the products in the market proved favorable. At present, a 330ml bottle sells in a restaurant for an average of £3.00, and is clearly positioned as a premium imported beer. In Everton FC’s stadium a 330ml can sells for £1.90 (only sold where draught is not a vailable) and a pint (568ml) of Chang draught sells for £3.00. This in the only UK venue where Chang is available on draught. ThaiBev added Australia to its network of product sales in 2007. The Company has established a relationship with Woolworths, Australia’s largest retailer, to distribute and sell Chang Beer. This deal provides a major launch platform that will mean Chang Beer will be available nationally for Australians to enjoy. Woolworths has almost 3,000 stores nationwide and over 175,000 employees. Europe When Chang Draught was introduced at Everton FC’s Goodison Park stadium at the end of 2006, it broke the record for the most pints sold at Goodison in the first game. It was sold and has quickly established itself as a firm fans’ favorite. Sales volume at the stadium has risen from 33,185 liters at the end of 2006 to 50,400 liters in 2007, showing a growth rate of 52%. Chang sales in Europe, especially in the Netherlands, have seen steady growth since 2006 and after a very strong year in 2007, will see further expansion as new initiatives are implemented and joined with Mekhong rum launch activity. Throughout the UK, Chang beer has seen some remarkable growth, with sales for the country rising 138% from the previous year. New Markets Strategy IBHL has launched Chang through Thai restaurants in the UK, but will then extend over time into mainstream outlets such as pubs and bars. In the case of the UK, the company has the advantage of distribution contacts through the Inver House subsidiary and is expanding throughout the country. Mekhong, The Spirit of Thailand, was launched in January 2008 and is being introduced to high-end cocktail bars and is being positioned as a premium product. The Inver House’s whiskies are receiving consistent and innovative marketing initiatives to establish them as key brands in the UK. The same strategy will be employed in other appropriate markets. ThaiBev will continue to concentrate on its domestic market, but is now seeking opportunities abroad. While there have been entries into 19 markets to date, the Company feels that Asia in general and ASEAN in particular are interesting potential markets. One of the advantages of exports within the ASEAN Free Trade Area (AFTA) is the low duties imposed on trade within the region today. The other is the similarity of business cultures. Local spirits made from molasses or sugar cane are evident within the region as is the rising trend for beer. Vietnam and the Philippines are potential markets that need to be explored. Further afield, China and India are now fast-awakening economic giants that the Company cannot ignore. Investments overseas will be thoroughly scrutinized to ensure they are good value for money. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 82 83 Management Discussion and Analysis The Company has completed the acquisition of a distillery named United Products Company Limited (UPC) and a non-alcohol beverage manufacturer named SPM Foods and Beverages Company Limited (SPM) by purchasing about 81% and 83% of the shares in the companies respectively. The operations of UPC and SPM have been included in the Company’s financial statements since November 2007 onwards. The Thai Excise Tax Department, Ministry of Finance, declared an increase of the excise tax rate with immediate effect on white spirits, compounded spirits and brandy (which falls under the “special spirits” tax classification) on August 28, 2007. The new excise tax as related to the Company’s products increased about 16.7% for compounded spirits and about 57.1% to 70.8% for white spirits compared with the previous excise tax. However, the Company had a substantial volume of spirits finished goods on which excise tax had already been paid at the previous rate. The Company has already increased the selling price of spirits to cover the excise tax rise. The Company is planning to improve the efficiency of its distribution network and establish more effective cost control by implementing a Logistics Project. This consists of the establishment of five Regional Distribution Centers, the charter of a new side-loading fleet and the implementation of a Supply Chain Management System. Total cost of the Logistics Project will be approximately Baht 2,541 million from the fourth quarter of 2007 to 2009. Earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) was Baht 21,251 million, an increase of Baht 652 million, or 3.2%, mainly due to the increase in gross profit from the spirits business. Net profit was Baht 10,383 million, an increase of Baht 328 million, or 3.3%, mainly from the spirits business. Unit :Million Baht YTD_2007 Beer /Water % to Sales Spirits % to Sales Sales 47,557 Cost of sales 37,040 100.0 52,940 100.0 966 100.0 77.9 33,924 64.1 972 100.6 Gross profit 10,517 22.1 19,016 35.9 (6) (0.6) 141 expenses 6,456 13.6 7,055 13.3 140 14.5 Operating profit 4,061 8.5 11,961 22.6 (146) (15.1) 111 0.2 237 0.4 19 2.0 4,172 8.8 12,198 23.0 (127) The Company adopted current accounting policy which require an appraisal to be conducted by independent professional valuer every three to five years to determine fair value of land owned by the Company and its subsidiaries and recorded the impacts in the period ended December 31, 2007 whereas the previous appraisals were conducted in 2003. The appraisals resulted net decrease of Baht 2,121.6 million which were recorded to equity Baht 2,062.7 million and to statements of income Baht 58.9 million. From the third quarter of 2007 onwards, the reporting of business segments has been rearranged to present transactions with external customers more meaningfully. Related business segments that normally conduct most of their business within the group will no longer be presented separately as in previous periods but will be allocated to the Company core business segments which consist of Beer/Water, Spirits and Industrial Alcohol. The segmental information for the same period of 2006 has been restated for comparison with 2007. Group Other income / Interest income Interest expenses Gross profit was Baht 29,668 million, an increase of Baht 1,195 million, or 4.2%, mainly due to higher margin from the spirits business. % to Sales Total % to Sales (922) 100.0 100,541 100.0 (1,063) 115.3 70,873 70.5 (15.3) 29,668 29.5 38 (4.1) 13,689 13.6 103 (11.2) 15,979 15.9 (69) 7.5 298 0.3 (13.1) 34 (3.7) 16,277 16.2 1.0 278 0.6 731 1.4 38 3.9 - - 1,047 Income tax 2,192 4.6 2,652 5.0 3 0.3 - - 4,847 4.8 Net Profit 1,702 3.6 8,815 16.7 (168) (17.4) 34 (3.7) “ 10,383 10.3 Depreciation & Amortization 2,364 5.0 2,418 4.6 192 19.9 - - 4,974 4.9 EBITDA 6,536 13.7 14,616 27.6 65 6.7 34 (3.7) 21,251 21.1 Unit :Million Baht YTD_2006 Beer /Water % to Sales Spirits % to Sales Alcohol Sales 46,103 Cost of sales 35,944 100.0 51,576 100.0 1,205 100.0 (1,086) 78.0 33,470 64.9 994 82.5 (1,083) Gross profit 10,159 22.0 18,106 35.1 211 17.5 (3) % to Sales Eliminate % to Sales Total % to Sales 100.0 97,798 100.0 99.7 69,325 70.9 0.3 28,473 29.1 expenses 5,768 12.5 6,740 13.1 178 14.8 (2) 0.2 12,684 13.0 Operating profit 4,391 9.5 11,366 22.0 33 2.7 (1) 0.1 15,789 16.1 70 0.2 106 0.2 6 0.5 (24) 2.2 158 0.2 4,461 9.7 11,472 22.2 39 3.2 (25) 2.3 15,947 16.3 309 0.7 1,202 2.3 62 5.1 (4) 0.4 1,569 1.6 Income tax 1,989 4.3 2,325 4.5 9 0.7 - - 4,323 4.4 Net Profit 2,163 4.7 7,945 15.4 (32) (2.7) (21) 1.9 10,055 10.3 Depreciation & Amortization 2,226 4.8 2,300 4.5 126 10.5 - - 4,652 4.8 EBITDA 6,687 14.5 13,772 26.7 165 13.7 (25) 2.3 20,599 21.1 Selling and administrative Other income / Interest income EBIT In 2007, total sales revenue of the Company was Baht 100,541 million, an increase of 2.8%, or Baht 2,743 million, from Baht 97,798 million in the previous year, mainly due to the increase of sales revenue from the spirits business of about 2.6% and the beer/water business of about 3.2% % to Sales Eliminate Selling and administrative EBIT The Company has also planned to increase PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) drinking water bottle production capacity from the current approximately 7 million litres per year to about 70 million litres per year. Total cost of the project will be approximately Baht 194 million from the fourth quarter of 2007 to the third quarter of 2008. Alcohol Interest expenses Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 84 Increase (Decrease) Sales Cost of sales Gross profit Selling and administrative expenses Operating profit Other income / Interest income EBIT Interest expenses Income tax Net Profit Depreciation & Amortization EBITDA 85 Beer /Water % Spirits % Alcohol 1,454 1,096 358 3.2 3.0 3.5 1,364 454 910 2.6 1.4 5.0 (239) (22) (217) 688 (330) 41 (289) (31) 203 (461) 138 (151) 11.9 (7.5) 58.6 (6.5) (10.0) 10.2 (21.3) 6.2 (2.3) 315 595 131 726 (471) 327 870 118 844 4.7 5.2 123.6 6.3 (39.2) 14.1 11.0 5.1 6.1 (38) (179) 13 (166) (24) (6) (136) 66 (100) % Eliminate % Total % (19.8) (2.2) (102.8) 164 15.1 20 1.8 144 4,800.0 2,743 1,548 1,195 2.8 2.2 4.2 (21.3) (542.4) 216.7 (425.6) (38.7) (66.7) (425.0) 52.4 (60.6) 40 2,000.0 104 10,400.0 (45) (187.5) 59 236.0 4 100.0 55 261.9 59 236.0 1,005 7.9 190 1.2 140 88.6 330 2.1 (522) (33.3) 524 12.1 328 3.3 322 6.9 652 3.2 The Beer, Soda & Drinking Water Business Sales revenue of this segment was Baht 47,557 million in 2007, rising by Baht 1,454 million, or 3.2%, mainly due to an increase in beer sales volume. Total sales volume of beer was 956.8 million litres, an increase of 3.7% over the year 2006. Low alcohol beer sales volume was 312.6 million litres, an increase over the year 2006 of 210.7 million litres or 206.9%. The sales volume of soda was 10.6 million litres, a decline of 15.6%, and the sales volume of drinking water was 43.8 million litres, an increase of 2.9%. Gross profit of Baht 10,517 million reflected an increase of Baht 358 million, or 3.5%, over the year 2006, mainly due to the increase of the beer sales volume. Gross profit of Baht 19,016 million reflected an increase of Baht 910 million, or 5%, mainly due to higher margins from new sales price increases and lower raw material cost of molasses. EBITDA of Baht 14,616 million increased by Baht 844 million, or 6.1%, mainly due to the above-mentioned higher gross profit, which helped cover higher employee expenses and the increase in marketing expenses from free goods used for sales promotion. Free spirits volume used for sales promotion as a percentage of sales volume increased from 1.3% on average over the year 2006, to 1.7% in 2007. Net profit of Baht 8,815 million increased by Baht 870 million, or 11%, mainly due to higher EBITDA and lower interest expense, which covered higher depreciation cost. Industrial Alcohol Business Segment In 2007, sales of Baht 966 million reflected a decrease of Baht 239 million, or 19.8%, over the previous year mainly due to the decrease in the selling price resulting from oversupply in the Thai market. The sales volume of ethanol was 42.6 million litre, a decrease of 8.5% over 2006, and the average selling price decreased from Baht 24.94 per litre in 2006 to Baht 16.63 per litre in 2007. Alcohol 95 sales volume was 16.8 million litres, which mostly came from exports, an increase of 1,032.7%, while the average sales price decreased from Baht 24.60 per litre in 2006 to Baht 14.81 per litre in 2007. The gross loss of Baht 6 million in 2007 showed a decrease of Baht 217 million, or 102.8% over gross profit of Baht 211 million in 2006, mainly due to lower sales volume of ethanol and a lower margin caused by oversupply in the domestic market although lower raw material cost of molasses. EBITDA of Baht 65 million decreased by Baht 100 million, or 60.6%, from the previous year, mainly due to the above-mentioned gross loss; however, other income increased. EBITDA of Baht 6,536 million decreased by Baht 151 million, or 2.3%, over the previous year mainly due to higher employee expenses, marketing expenses and transportation costs that offset the higher gross profit. Free beer volume for sales promotion as a percentage of total sales volume was 8.2% by average over the year 2007, close to the 8.1% achieved in 2006. The net loss was Baht 168 million, an increase of Baht 136 million or 425% over 2006, mainly due to the decrease in sales margin and higher depreciation but lower interest expense. Net Profit of Baht 1,702 million decreased by Baht 461 million or 21.3% mainly due to lower EBITDA and higher depreciation associated with the commencement of depreciation on the capital expenditure of the Kamphaengphet brewery expansion project but lower interest expense. Financial Position Assets The Spirits Business Sales in the year 2007 amounted to Baht 52,940 million, higher than in 2006 by Baht 1,364 million, or 2.6%, mainly due to the increase of brown spirits’ sales volume and the increase in the sales price in May and August. The total sales volume of spirits was 446.3 million litres, a decrease of 6.2%. This is attributed to the white spirits’ sales volume declining by 10.3% to 329.4 million litres, though brown spirits sales increased by 8.1% to 116.9 million litres. Total assets as at end of December 2007 was Baht 79,527 million, a decrease of Baht 6,053 million, or 7.1%, compared with the end of 2006. Current assets decreased by Baht 393 million, mainly due to the decrease in inventory of finished goods. Non-current assets decreased by Baht 5,659 million, mainly due to the sale of land and a building known as the ThaiBev Tower Project, plus the impact of land revaluation, and depreciation of property, plant and equipment. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 86 Liabilities 87 Financial Ratios Total liabilities as at end of December 2007 was Baht 24,617 million down by Baht 8,409 million, or 25.5%, compared with the end of 2006. This was mainly due to the re-payment of loans and bonds. The maturity of loans and bonds are as follows. Unit: Million Baht Dec.31, 07 Dec.31, 06 Current Ratio (times) 1.74 1.28 Total Debt to Equity Ratio (times) 0.45 0.63 Net asset value per share (Baht) 2.19 2.21 Within December 2008 10,753 Within December 2009 5,025 Within January 2010 375 Accounts Receivable Turnover (days) Total 16,153 Inventory Turnover (days) Shareholders’ Equity Jan.- Dec 07 Jan.- Dec 06 5 5 15 12 4 4 79 75 Beer/water Business Finished Goods Total shareholders’ equity as at end of December 2007 was Baht 54,910 million, an increase of Baht 2,356 million, or 4.5% compared with the end of 2006. This was mainly due to the increase of retained earnings although the decrease of land revaluation surplus of Baht 2,062.7 million. Raw Materials Spirits Business Liquidity Finished Goods (Excl. Legacy Stocks) Raw Materials Cash and cash equivalents as at December 31, 2007 was Baht 2,189 million. The net increase from the beginning of the period was Baht 269 million. Details of activities are as follows. 12 8 Shareholder Returns Unit: Million Baht Net cash provided by operating activities 16,444 Net cash used in investing activities (715) Net cash used in financing activities (15,271) Adjustment from financial statement translation (189) Net increase in cash and cash equivalents in period 269 Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period 1,920 Cash and cash equivalents at end of period 2,189 Net cash provided by operating activities of Baht 16,444 million. This was mainly derived from net income of Baht 10,383 million and adjusted with non-cash items, such as depreciation and amortization, of Baht 4,975 million. Net cash used in investing activities of Baht 715 million was mainly due to the investment activities in property, plant and equipment, which exceeded the proceeds from sales of land and building, called the Thai Bev Tower project. Net cash used in financing activities of Baht 15,271 million was mainly due to the dividend paid of Baht 5,775 million and the repayments of bonds and loans Dividends The current policy of the Board of Directors is to recommend to our shareholders a dividend of not less than 50% of net profits after deduction of all specified reserve, subject to investment plans and as the Board of Directors deems appropriate. For the financial year ended December 31, 2007, the Board of Directors has recommended total dividend of Baht 7,281.91 million. 2007 2006 2005 Dividend for the year (Million Baht) Number of shares issued (Million Shares) Interim dividend per share (Baht) Final dividend per share (Baht) Total dividend per share (Baht) 7,281.91 25,110 0.12 0.17 0.29 5,524.21 25,110 0.11 0.11 0.22 5,280.00 22,000 0.24 0.24 Pay Out Ratio (%) Return on Equity 70.13% 54.94% 51.08% Return on Average Equity (%) 19.3% 23.9% 31.6% Earning Per Share Earning per Weighted Average Ordinary Shares (Baht) Weighted Average number of ordinary shares for 0.41 25,110 0.42 23,785 0.47 22,000 the year (million shares) Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 88 89 Risk Factors Operation Risks Strategic Risks Raw-material or container material price hikes or shortages could raise production costs, potentially hurting the company’s business If the company cannot expand its business to markets for beer and spirits of higher prices, or cannot expand to international markets, the company’s growth may be affected A major strategy is brand base expansion through the launch of new brands of higher prices, which will lead to greater sales revenue. It is believed that beer and spirits of higher prices in the domestic market have considerable potential for expansion, and that consumers have altered their behavior of consuming economy beer and spirits to those of higher prices. That said, business expansion into such markets is very challenging for the company because of intense competition, thereby calling for massive investments associated with marketing, brand promotion, distribution development, and product sale, and the company is relatively new to marketing of products under this group. However, without development, promotion, and sale of higher-priced products under new brands, the company may lose opportunities for growth, particularly if the demand for premium beer rises at the expense of economy products. Equally important, this may harm the company’s financial status, performance, and business opportunities. As a rule, raw materials and container materials critical to production and distribution are sold by third-party distributors, making it questionable whether such distributors can deliver them as required. In other words, the company’s operation could be affected by shortages or price hikes of such materials, namely molasses, malt, hops, water, glass bottles, labels, caps, and other packaging products. In addition, some raw materials and container materials are sold in currencies other than the Baht, therefore making their prices susceptible to changes in foreign-exchange rates, currency controls, government controls, world-market demand-supply changes, and climate. The higher the prices of these materials, the higher the production costs. Unless such cost rises are passed on to consumers, the company’s margins will shrink. And if delivery of these materials cannot be sustained, their prices are bound to sharply rise or affect production processes. All these could raise production costs, which may harm the company’s financial status, performance, and business opportunities. To mitigate such risks, the company has purchased critical raw materials and container materials in advance. As regards foreign-exchange risks, the company is going to use suitable financial tools together with the policy prohibiting a speculation on the foreign exchange. Taking due care of crucial senior executives and succession plan Completed in 2007, expansion at the Kamphaengphet brewery has raised the company’s total capacity to 1,550 million liters per year. One possible strategy is to export the additional volume of beer to countries like Cambodia, Laos, and neighboring countries. However, with relatively little experience in selling consistently high volumes of beer in foreign countries, the company is unsure if it can raise its beer sales overseas. Besides, the company cannot guarantee sale of the above - mentioned additional volume of beer, which accompanies greater fixed costs. Still, the sales prices of such beer may not yield commercially acceptable profits - or yield potential losses. If so, the company may need to cut production, which will lower its capacity utilization of the brewery in question as well as its profit margin. In short, being unable to sell the above-mentioned additional volume of beer may harm the company’s financial status, performance, and business opportunities. To mitigate such risks, the company has set up an international sales team under the International Beverage Holdings Limited to take charge of international business expansion. In addition, to raise sales efficiency, domestic sales personnel have received training on ways to sell higher-priced products. The company’s business today is executed by a group of senior executives and management team members with extensive experiences in its beverage subsidiaries, the loss of whom without equally competent successors could hurt the company’s business. For continued growth and success, the company needs to retain qualified and experienced personnel in management, sale, marketing, and production, and to train personnel to efficiently carry out production and product distribution. If the company cannot attract, retain, or motivate the above-mentioned personnel, or cannot find a suitable replacement for them, it is bound to lose customers and revenue. Still, should it successfully attract and retain such personnel, brain-drains are a distinct possibility, causing the company to pay these personnel elevated compensation to keep them, which may in turn harm the company’s financial status, performance, and business opportunities. The Office of Human Resources has initiated projects to continuously and sustainably raise the efficiency and effectiveness of recruitment, development, and retention of personnel critical to the company’s business. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 90 91 Financial and Investment Risks It requires massive investment to conduct and expand the business, which is fraught with risks and uncertainties The company’s business is highly capital-intensive, calling for continuous investment in research and development of innovative products, new plant construction, as well as the maintenance and development of existing plants. In addition, the company needs to constantly monitor beverage market development, both domestic and regional (Southeast Asia). While past investments relied on loan sources, recapitalization, and internal cash flows, future business capital or fund used for improving breweries and distilleries is likely to come from additional loans and internal cash flows. Should such loan sources, however, be unavailable under desirable commercial conditions, the company may need to call for recapitalization, which will dilute shareholding. If the company cannot find a proper loan source, this may harm the company’s financial status, performance, and business opportunities. This business falls under several regulations, making it susceptible to changes in such regulations - including higher costs and business limitations In the beverage business, compliance is essential to the production, packaging, quality maintenance, labeling, and domestic distribution, apart from compliance with the regulations of importing countries. Production and distribution are subjected to several laws and regulations concerning the environment and workplace conditions issued by the Ministry of Public Health, Ministry of Commerce, and Ministry of Finance. Non-compliance or violation of these laws and regulations, now or in the future, could result in excessive expenses and harm the company’s financial status, performance, and business opportunities. To mitigate such risks, the finance group is required to participate in every investment planning, so that it may use pertinent information for its future financial structure preparation. The company must also comply with regulations concerning beer and spirits advertisement, which is subject to more rigorous enforcement in the future, thereby diminishing the current and future marketing capability of such products, which may harm the company’s financial status, performance, and business opportunities. Compliance Risks The government’s regulations concerning the time and location of alcoholic beverage sale, or other future limitations concerning retail sales, could hurt sales, which may harm the company’s financial status, performance, and business opportunities. Tax hikes or changes in tax computation methods may affect the demand for the company’s products The alcoholic beverage business calls for not only collection of excise and interior taxes, but contribution to the national fund for health promotion as well. Therefore, any tax hike or change in tax computation methods could cause the company to raise product prices at the expense of consumption and sales revenue. Apart from this, the company could end up wholly or partially bearing additional tax burdens. All these may harm the company’s financial status, performance, and business opportunities. Business expansion to products of higher prices and the international market plays an instrumental role in mitigating such tax implications for the company and its financial standing. The Risk Management Committee has assigned relevant offices to constantly monitor and report on new laws and regulations so that business and production departments may efficiently develop marketing strategies and modify production processes to mitigate the impacts. Compliance and exemption from compliance with environmental laws and regulations could hurt the company’s financial status, performance, and business opportunities Operation under this business comes under laws concerning the environment, health, and safety, as well as those concerning air emissions, effluent discharges into water bodies, and related matters. Violations are regarded as both civil and criminal offenses, potentially resulting in the revocation of licenses and factory closure. Even if the company is not the culprit, expenses are bound to be incurred for fact-finding examination and elimination of contaminants. Expenses are naturally incurred for compliance with the laws concerning the environment, health, and safety, and other regulations alike. If new laws become more rigorous or drastically modified, if it can be proved that the company’s past operation emitted contaminants without the company’s knowledge, or if new regulations are issued concerning the cleaning of contaminants, more expenses than previously projected are a possibility, which may harm the company’s financial status, performance, and business opportunities. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 92 93 IBHL Highlights International Beverage Holdings Limited International Beverage Holdings Limited (InterBev) has been established to be the international arm of Asia’s leading drinks business, the Thai Beverage Public Company Limited (ThaiBev) with an outstanding portfolio of beverage alcohol brands across spirits, wine and beer categories. These global operations are managed out of our 4 regional headquarters located in Hong Kong, Singapore, North America, and the United Kingdom together with our major scotch operation of 5 distilleries in Scotland. We currently export our brands to over 80 countries outside Thailand, managing this directly with our in-house sales and marketing teams as well as through suitable local distributors where relevant. The changing face of the world’s drinks industry will create opportunities for the development of our company in the years ahead. Consumers are demonstrating an increasing desire to trade up to more premium products as well as to experiment with new and interesting brands and these are just two of the trends that we believe will help InterBev achieve its strong brand growth targets. A successful redesign of core Thai products for key export markets The Risk Management Committee has assigned relevant offices to constantly monitor and report on new laws and regulations so that production departments can prepare to modify production processes and successfully comply with laws and regulations while mitigating potential impacts. Enactment of a 1999 Thai law against trade monopoly could affect the company’s financial status, performance, and business opportunities The Trade Competition Act of 1999 prohibits practices against free trade while empowering the Trade Competition Commission to issue injunctions to dominant operators and unfair operators to refrain from, suspend, or alter their market shares. Unfair practices include price fixing and making unfair conditions. Since the company is Thailand’s largest brewer and distiller, with several products occupying leading market shares, it is subject to complaints from rivals and other parties of unlawful practices. Therefore, the act and accompanying regulations could harm the company’s financial status, performance, and business opportunities. The Risk Management Committee has assigned the Office of Legal Affairs to investigate and closely monitor such law and regulations, and educate other units to prevent wrongdoings. Thai Beverage Public Company Limited has established a systematic risk management process, with at least quarterly meetings of the Risk Management Committee designed to review risk levels, issue measures, and approve contingency outlays for risk management. The objective is to ensure that these risks are accounted for by company personnel and work plans prudently executed, so that if undesirable events occurred, the damage could be alleviated. We aim to build a strong and unique brand presence in all our core target markets throughout the world and 2007 has already seen the repackaging and successful launch of the iconic Chang Beer and Mekhong brands on the international stage • Chang Beer, Thailand’s number one beer brand, has been repackaged and recently launched in the major Western markets including the USA, UK, Europe and Australia with a focus on the premium imported beer market. • Mekhong has also been revamped to appeal to the more discerning spirits drinkers. It will be sold through high-end restaurants and cocktail bars in Europe, and North America with the help of its Thai-inspired collection of cocktail recipes. Major relaunch of flagship malt whisky brand Balblair, one of our high-end malt brands, was also successfully repackaged and relaunched during 2007 in our biggest-ever launch programme to date for a single malt whisky. The striking new identity has been carefully crafted and will mean the vintages offer a superior choice for informed whisky drinkers across Europe, North America and the fast growing Asian region. Inver House Distillers, which was purchased by InterBev during 2007, has benefited from a buoyant Scotch market as well as a strategic shift towards focusing more on core malt brands. As a result, pre tax profits have risen significantly from the same period in 2006. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 94 95 Our People Our Success We believe that our people are the most crucial engine that drives our sustainable growth and future success and that human capital is one of the critical pillars of our growth strategy. We aim to develop happy, highlycommitted, and performance-driven teams instilled with social responsibility spirit. By our definition, a high performer highly contributes to the success to the organization and the well-being of society. Our people will grow together with our business in competency development and career opportunities. We have launched the Human Capital Transformation Program to align our human capital management and development with our business strategy and long-term direction. The initiatives of this program will enhance the strategic alignment of all human capital elements within the employee lifecycle: workforce planning, career deployment and management, performance management, reward management, learning and development, retention management, and workplace management. appropriate career and development opportunities. We also develop a career and development plan for each workforce group which properly aligns with business needs and growth. Career Opportunities The opportunities for our people are expanding with our business. With our business expansion, our people are also provided with greater career opportunities, not only within our current businesses, but in the businesses of non-alcoholic beverages as well as non-beverages across the ThaiBev Group. We are committed to providing borderless opportunities to our people. We initiate the “employee exchange program” with our strategic partners, where our people can obtain experience and knowledge from working with different organizations and different people. These are not only career opportunities, but also learning opportunities which have proven powerful to our people and our business. Employee Segmentation Performance Management We care for different needs among our different workforces. We arrange our employees into groups which represent the nature and characteristics of job and required competencies. It enables us to develop human resource management mechanisms to match the different needs of each workforce while providing We have recently adopted the key performance indicator (KPI) system as the key mechanism of our performance management where the expected corporate performance was cascaded down to the operating level. The system has enhanced the strategic alignment of people performance with corporate performance as well as a performance-oriented culture. The process involved senior management and middle management in managing and driving the expected performance of the organization, the departments, and the individuals. A performance monitoring system is also applied to the implementation of key strategic initiatives, which strengthens disciplined execution. Learning and Development We believe in providing our people with learning and development opportunities. Along with our growth strategy, our human resource development plan has been defined to reflect the required strategy for critical capabilities. Learning and development is through knowledge sharing on–the-job training and regular training session, local and international. We prepare the next generation of leaders by providing our middle management with opportunities to explore new management techniques and practical experiences in our mini-MBA program. The program was organized and designed in conjunction with Chulalongkorn University, Thailand’s top university. We successfully develop highly-qualified brew masters as well as engineers and spirit production’s technical team by providing our people with both in-house and overseas training. Our people learn from our “continuous improvement program” which allows them to initiate new ideas for efficiency improvement. All implemented ideas were collected and maintained in databases to share and allow others to learn from them. Knowledge can be passed on throughout the organization which is the beginning of– a learning organization. TEAM SPIRIT: THE POWER OF ONE At ThaiBev, we believe in working as a team. We recognize the power of unity and the power of our people when they share and collaborate. The organizational structure, work processes, and work assignments encourage teamwork across the organization. In short, our meaning of teamwork is equal to cross-functional teams. Our learning and development approach also emphasizes on how to develop the spirit of teamwork and how to form teams that work. One of the performance factors that we use to evaluate our people is the ability to work as a team and collaborate with others inside and outside their work units. We aim to continually cultivate team spirit as our core value. The power of one will be realized when our people work as an effective team and we will do our best to make it happen. A high-performance organization is made up of high-performing people. At ThaiBev, it is our commitment to develop happy and highly-competent people who can fulfill their career aspirations and grow their potential domestically and internationally. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 96 97 Credit Rating Announcement ON FEBRUARY 18, 2008, THE ANNUAL REVIEW ANNOUNCEMENT, TRIS RATING CO., LTD. (“TRIS”) AFFIRMED THE RATING OF THAI BEVERAGE PLC. (“THAIBEV”) AND THE RATING OF THAIBEV’S SENIOR GUARANTEED DEBENTURES OUTSTANDING BAHT 3,000 MILLION AT “AA-” WITH A “STABLE” OUTLOOK. To gain an international credit rating in order to establish Company’s overseas credit flexibility in the financial markets, the Company engaged Standard and Poors (“S&P”) and Moody’s Investors Service Pty Limited (“Moody’s”), both well-recognized globally in their field. On January 15, 2007, S&P assigned the ThaiBev rating at “BBB” rating with a “Stable” outlook, and Moody’s rated the ThaiBev rating at “Baa2” with a “Stable” outlook. Note: The Thailand Country Rating from TRIS is “AAA”, “BBB+” from S&P and “Baa1” by Moody’s. The rating, if assigned, will be subjected to revision or withdrawal by each of the Rating Companies, TRIS, S&P or Moody’s when there has been material change to the rating and/or annual review and/or review on opinion of each of the Rating Companies. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 98 99 Awards Onward to the Number One spot with Thai Beverage Public Company Limited the pride of Thai businesses. Thai Beverage Public Company Limited (“ThaiBev”) listed on the Singapore Exchange (SGX) with the intention of becoming a good example of a public company with good corporate governance. We stated at that time that we would try not simply to follow the rules and regulations of the market with regard to disclosure and transparency, but would strive to exceed them. Our success can only be measured by the stakeholders who experience our services firsthand. We were proud to receive some recognition within a very short time after listing in Singapore when it was announced we had been awarded The Securities Investor Association of Singapore’s (SIAS) 2006 Merit Award for transparency among newly-listed companies (New Issue) on the Singapore Exchange. This was given to ThaiBev to declare that it was among the most transparent new listings in Singapore as the company has hosted activities to disseminate information to investors and media continuously, as well as for transparently running its business. Thai Beverage PLC. wins the “2006 Merit Award for Transparency among newly-listed Companies (New Issue) on the Singapore Exchange” Contrary to popular belief, the eligibility for the “Best Investor Relations in the Singapore Market”award is not restricted to companies listed on the SGX, but rather all Southeast Asian companies that had some form of investor relations activities in Singapore in that year. There were no runners-up in 2007. Acclaim for “Capital Markets Deal of the Year 2006” Whisky Magazine for “Icons of Whisky Distiller of the Year 2008” IR Magazine accolades for “Best Investor Relations” Shortly after, the Company was named Best Investor Relations in the 2006 Singapore Market By a Thai Company by IR Magazine. This UK journal relating to investors relations is published worldwide. To illiustrate further that the Company had not relaxed its efforts to maintain steady communications with investors, ThaiBev was awarded Best Investor Relations in the Singapore Market By a Thai Company in 2007 also. The judging panel cited as its reason for bestowing the Best Investor Relations award on ThaiBev as: “Thai Beverage Public Company Limited has a very good person doing its investor relations, especially in terms of explaining the business, providing disclosures and being knowledgeable about the company.” As the Company’s listing in Singapore was one of the largest in terms of market cap, it was perhaps unsurprising that the listing was recognized and nominated for the IFR Asia Awards 2006. In February, 2007, IFR Asia Magazine named ThaiBev as winner of the Thailand Capital Market Deal of the year-Singapore IPO 2006, based on the firm’s initial public offering in Singapore of S$ 1.37 billion. Most recently, ThaiBev also garnered a silver medal for best annual report by a newly listed company by the Singapore Corporate Awards. The Awards are organised by the Business Times in collaboration with UBS and supported by the SGX. The Award “seeks to encourage excellent financial reporting presentation and a wider scope of disclosures beyond the minimum regulatory requirements... to create awareness of the role of both mandatory accounting standards and voluntary practices issued and recommended by the Council on Corporate Disclosure and Governance and The Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Singapore and to increase awareness through the encouragement of social responsibility reporting that business enterprises and organisations are responsible to the community both as employers and corporate citizens.” Besides corporate governance, ThaiBev has received international recognition for the quality of the drinks it produces. It was a matter of great pride that the Company was awarded a gold medal at the Australian International Beer Awards (AIBA) 2007 for its Archa Beer. The beer won over the judges to claim the coveted Gold Medal in the European Lager Division. The Company holds the distinction of being the first Thai company to win a gold medal at AIBA, which is a globally recognized beer competition, in 1998 with Chang beer. Inver House Distillers was named ‘International Distiller of the Year’ in February 2008. The company beat off competition from exceptional companies throughout the world, including Japan, Ireland, Canada, India and Sweden and the USA. Inver House, who in the last year has globally re-launched their Balblair Single Malt as a super-premium ‘vintage’, reached the final of the ‘Icons of Whisky’ event by first beating competition in Scotland from Glenmorangie, Bowmore and William Grant & Sons, before claiming whisky’s highest accolade over seven other global finalists. The industry-voted award is designed to highlight the company who has ‘shown the most commitment to the development of whisky at all levels’ and is highly sought after. The event’s international judging panel recognised Inver House for bringing ‘dynamic, inspirational and dedicated passion’ to the world of whisky. Said one of the judges, “Inver House pioneer a creative approach to whisky and we believe that their team brings genuine passion and fresh thinking to all they do. They’ve made a very bold statement in recent times and every person on our panel strongly backed their win.” Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 1 00 101 Corporate Governance Report The Board met 10 times in 2007, and the following table shows directors’ attendances up to December 31, 2007: May 30, 2006 is the day that we will never forget. It was the day that our symbol “THBEV” started ticking on the main board of Singapore Exchange. THBEV conducts our business activities with a view to bring value of added to our shares and ensure benefit to our stakeholders. As time goes by, our commitment to good corporate governance remains unchanged. The adherence to the principles and guidelines of the Singapore Code of Corporate Governance 2005 stay with us. In 2007, we were proud to receive Best Investor Relations in the Singapore Market by a Thai Company in 2007 award. The Board’s Conduct of Affairs Principle 1 Our Board of Directors oversees the Company’s business and affairs with shareholder approval in accordance with applicable laws. The Board must exercise good business judgment and act in good faith for the best interests of the Company. Name Position 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. Chairman Vice Chairman Vice Chairman Vice Chairman Director Director Independent Director and Audit Committee Chairman Independent Director and Audit Committee Member Independent Director and Audit Committee Member Independent Director and Audit Committee Member Independent Director Independent Director Independent Director Independent Director Director Director Director President Director Director Director Director Director Mr. Charoen Sirivadhanabhakdi Khunying Wanna Sirivadhanabhakdi Mr. Narong Srisa-an Mr. Komen Tantiwiwatthanaphan Mr. Paisal Chevasiri (1) Mr. Puchchong Chandhanakij Mr. Staporn Kavitanon Prof. Kanung Luchai Mr. Manu Leopairote Mr. Ng Tat Pun Mr. Michael Lau Hwai Keong Prof. Pornchai Matangkasombut Mr. Sakthip Krairiksh Gen. Choo-Chat Kambhu Na Ayudhya Mr. Vivat Tejapaibul Mr. Panote Sirivadhanabhakdi (2) Mr. Samut Hatthasing Mr. Thapana Sirivadhanabhakdi (3) Ms. Kanoknart Rangsithienchai Mr. Sithichai Chaikriangkrai Mr. Ueychai Tantha-Obhas Dr. Pisanu Vichiensanth Mr. Chukiet Tangpongprush Number of Attendances / Total of Meetings Remark (1) Mr. Paisal Chevasiri resigned from the member of the Board of Directors effective on February 26, 2007. (2) Mr. Panote Sirivadhanabhakdi was appointed the member of the Board of Directors on February 27, 2007. (3) Mr. Thapana Sirivadhanabhakdi was appointed the President by the Board of Directors on January 18, 2008. 9/10 9/10 9/10 10/10 1/10 10/10 7/10 10/10 9/10 6/10 9/10 8/10 7/10 9/10 4/10 6/10 8/10 9/10 10/10 10/10 8/10 9/10 10/10 Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 1 02 Matters Requiring Board Approval Our Board recognizes their duties to Company’s shareholders. They oversee and responsible for the administration of the Company’s affairs and thus ensure that the Company complies with the law, its Articles of Associations and objectives. In addition to its general oversight of management in compliance with shareholders’ resolutions in good faith, our Board ensures that the Company and its subsidiary companies comply with the Listing Manual of the Singapore Exchange. some of them are also top executive officers of the Company. To enhance Company business operation, the Board granted them the authority to perform their duties. To help the Board run the Company properly, it established four committees: the Audit Committee (AC), Risk Management Committee (RMC), Nomination Committee (NC) and Remuneration Committee (RC). The Board is required by the law to meet not less than four times a year, during 2007 the Board met more than requirement in order to consider special issues. In brief, the Board monitors major plans and activities, and oversees control of subsidiary companies. The Board also appoints executive members to hold directorships in subsidiaries, both domestic and overseas, to monitor the Company’s interests. Training All directors have passed the Director Accreditation Program (DAP) of the Thai Institute of Directors. Some also accredited the Director Certification Program (DCP) of the same institution. We also encourage and support directors to understand Singapore Law and the Listing Manual applicable to our Company through in-house training and information updating. • prepare and propose business plans, targets, operational plans, business strategies and annual budgets for the Board of Directors; All directors receive a clear explanation of their roles and responsibilities at the time of their proposed appointment to the Board. Board Composition and Guidance Principle 2 Board of Directors Our Board consists of 22 directors, including eight independent directors, or more than one-third. Each director either has long-term experience in business or attained honorary positions. Executive Committee The Board appointed an Executive Committee (previously called “Executive Board of Directors”), which consists of 12 members from the Board members; Normally the Executive Committee meets once a month to oversee business operations, or more than once to consider and approve any important or urgent matter. The Executive Committee’s responsibilities are to: • determine business plans, budgets and management authorizations for approval; • monitor the operations of the Group, that they are in line with business plans, targets, operational plans, business strategies, budgets and management authorizations approved by our Board to facilitate corporate efficiency and appropriate to business conditions; • propose investments, borrowing or lending, including acting as a guarantor if that is in line with the normal business of the Group; 103 • approve the appointment of the Company’s representatives to the Board and/or subsidiaries’ subcommittees to ensure compliance with the Company’s business policies, goals, plans, strategies, budget and other management powers approved by the Board, to improve efficiency and facilitate the business; • supervise and approve operational issues; at times appointing or authorizing persons to engage specified activities on behalf of the Executive Committee, or appoint subcommittees with particular knowledge and expertise to manage and screen work before discussion by the Executive Committee, provided the Executive Committee is entitled to repeal or modify the scope of such authorization; and • perform any other activity delegated by the Board. No one, including the Executive Committee, is authorized to approve any transaction in which the board or the individual has or may have a conflict of interest, or where the transactions require the approval of the Board and/or of a Shareholders’ meeting. During 2007, the Executive Committee met 18 times and the following table shows Executive Committee’ s attendances up to December 31, 2007: Name Position 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. Executive Chairman 1st Executive Vice Chairman 2nd Executive Vice Chairman 3rd Executive Vice Chairman 4th Executive Vice Chairman 5th Executive Vice Chairman President Executive Vice President Senior Vice President Senior Vice President Senior Vice President Senior Vice President Mr. Charoen Sirivadhanabhakdi Khunying Wanna Sirivadhanabhakdi Mr. Narong Srisa-an Mr. Komen Tantiwiwatthanaphan Mr. Samut Hatthasing (1) Mr. Puchchong Chandhanakij Mr. Thapana Sirivadhanabhakdi (2) Ms. Kanoknart Rangsithienchai Mr. Sithichai Chaikriangkrai Mr. Ueychai Tantha-Obhas Dr. Pisanu Vichiensanth Mr. Chukiet Tangpongprush Number of Attendances / Total of Meetings 13/18 10/18 15/18 17/18 16/18 17/18 11/18 18/18 18/18 13/18 16/18 17/18 Remark (1) Mr. Samut Hatthasing resigned from President effective on January 1, 2008. He was appointed the 4th Executive Vice Chairman by the Executive Committee on December 25, 2007. (2) Mr. Thapana Sirivadhanabhakdi was previously Executive Vice President and appointed President and CEO by the Board of • approve payments as determined by our Board; Directors on January 18, 2008. (3) On February 27, 2008 the Board of Directors appointed three additional Executive Committee members, who are Mr. Sawat Sopa, • determine the organization and management structure of the Group for the Board; • supervise and approve all employment and salary matters relating to the Company (other than matters which are within the purview of the RC); Mr. Saikeaw Vongpisethkul and Mr. Jean Lebreton. On January 18, 2008 the Board approved the change of the composition of the Executive Committee. The Executive Committee will be elected from directors and/or other persons as the Chairman of the Executive Committee deemed appropriate and propose the nominee(s) to the Board of Directors to approve the appointment. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 1 04 Audit Committee The Audit Committee members are Mr. Staporn Kavitanon, Prof. Kanung Luchai, Mr. Manu Leopairote, and Mr. Ng Tat Pun. The Chairman of the Audit Committee is Mr. Staporn Kavitanon. The AC meets at least each quarter. Please refer to Audit Committee Report. Risk Management Committee The Risk Management Committee members are the directors, Mr. Narong Srisa-an, Mr. Samut Hatthasing, M s. Ka n o k n a r t Rangs it hienchai, Mr. Thap an a Sirivadhanabhakdi, Mr. Chukiet Tangpongprush, Mr. Ueychai Tantha-Obhas, Mr. Sithichai Chaikriangkrai, Dr. Pisanu Vichiensanth, Mr. Puchchong Chandhanakij, and the employees, Mr. Chalerm Pornrutchakit, Mr. Pichit Burapavong, Mr. Mahin Kraivixien, and Mr. Thidi Suwanarat who is the secretary to the Committee. The Chairman of the Risk Management Committee is Mr. Narong Srisa-an. Among others responsibilities, the Risk Management Committee ensured the analysis of both internal and external risks, determined the acceptable level of risks with timely review the criteria of risk management. Nomination Committee The Nomination Committee members are Mr. Staporn Kavitanon, Mr. Manu Leopairote, and Khunying Wanna Sirivadhanabhakdi. The Chairman of the Nomination Committee is Mr. Staporn Kavitanon. Remuneration Committee The Remuneration Committee members are Mr. Staporn Kavitanon, Mr. Manu Leopairote, and Prof. Kanung Luchai. The Chairman of the Remuneration Committee is Mr. Staporn Kavitanon. relations among the Board,Executive Committee and management.The Chairman approves the agenda for Board and Executive Committee meetings and exercise control over quality, quantity and timeless of the flow of information between management and the Board. In addition, an independent director who is a Singaporean was appointed to act as the lead independent director for Interested Persons Transactions undertake by our Group. Our Chairman and Chief Executive Officer is the same person. Our Chairman encourages constructive Board Performance Principle 5 Our Board members include self-assessment in their performances, and take the result of business operations into their consideration. The Board expressed opinions and asked questions in the meeting to exercise their duty of care. If a member of the RC has an interest in a matter deliberated by the Committee, he will abstain from participating in the review and approval process for that matter. Level and Mix of Remuneration On January 18, 2008, Mr. Thapana Sirivadhanabhakdi was appointed President and Chief Executive Officer to oversee the business operation in accordance with the new business plan of the Company. Board Membership Principle 4 In order to assure a transparent process for the appointment of new directors to the Board, we established the Nomination Committee (NC) to review and assess candidates for directorships (including executive directorships) before making recommendations to our Board. The NC also reviews the retirement and re-election of directors at each annual general meeting under our Articles of Associations and makes recommendations to the Board. The NC consists of three directors with a majority of independent directors, including the Chairman. It adopted a charter and proposed it to the Board for approval. The Company also established a Remuneration Committee (RC) that makes recommendations to the Board, for it to endorse remuneration policies and guidelines, and to set the remuneration for Directors, Executive Directors, President, Executive Vice Presidents and Senior Vice Presidents. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Principle 3 105 In performing their roles, our NC and RC adhere to the law and the Listing Manual applicable to our Company. Access to Information Principle 6 We are committed to providing our Board members with adequate, complete, continuous and timely information before Board meetings. The Board members have separate and independent access to the Company Secretary. The Company Secretary, in consultation and cooperation with the Office of Legal Affairs, is responsible for advising the Board, through the Chairman, on all governance matters. In this respect, we set up a Compliance Unit, having a Compliance Manager responsible with the unit under supervision of the Company Secretary. This is to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. The Board approves the appointment and the removal of the Company Secretary. This year the Company Secretary attended all Board meetings and Executive Committee meetings. Procedure for Developing Remuneration Policies Principle 7 The Remuneration Committee reviews matters concerning the remuneration of Board members, Presidents, Executive Vice Presidents and Senior Vice Presidents in consultation with the Chairman of the Board. Principle 8 The components of remuneration are structured to reward both executive and non-executive directors based on corporate and individual performance, including our two top executives. The level of remuneration reflects their experience and dedication. The remuneration bands rank from A to C as follows. Remuneration Bands: “A” refers to remuneration below the equivalent of S$250,000 “B” refers to remuneration between the equivalent of S$250,000 and S$499,999 “C” refers to remuneration between the equivalent of S$500,000 and above. The Company entered into a long-term employment agreement with Dr. Pisanu Vichiensanth, who is our director, the Managing Director of Beer Thai (1991) Public Company Limited and a Senior Master Brewer. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 1 06 107 Disclosure of Remuneration Audit Committee Principle 9 Principle 11 As at December 31, 2007, directors and two top executives received the remuneration under the following bands: The Board appointed an Audit Committee, which consists of four independent directors: three Thais and one Singaporean. Their responsibilities are clearly set forth in the Audit Committee Charter, for instance, assessing the adequacy and effectiveness of the internal controls, preparing the process of financial statements and information disclosures and reviewing the compliance with applicable laws, regulations and rules of the Stock Exchange of Thailand and the Singapore Exchange. This includes internal investigations and consideration of Interested Persons Transactions to prevent an occurrence of conflict of interests. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. Mr. Charoen Sirivadhanabhakdi Khunying Wanna Sirivadhanabhakdi Mr. Narong Srisa-an Mr. Komen Tantiwiwatthanaphan Mr. Paisal Chevasiri (1) Mr. Puchchong Chandhanakij Mr. Staporn Kavitanon Prof. Kanung Luchai Mr. Manu Leopairote Mr. Ng Tat Pun Mr. Michael Lau Hwai Keong Prof. Pornchai Matangkasombut Mr. Sakthip Krairiksh Gen. Choo-Chat Kambhu Na Ayudhya Mr. Vivat Tejapaibul Mr. Panote Sirivadhanabhakdi (2) Mr. Samut Hatthasing Mr. Thapana Sirivadhanabhakdi Ms. Kanoknart Rangsithienchai Mr. Sithichai Chaikriangkrai Mr. Ueychai Tantha-Obhas Dr. Pisanu Vichiensanth Mr. Chukiet Tangpongprush Top Executives 1. Mr. Sawat Sopa 2. Mr. Saikeaw Vongpisethkul* Remuneration Band C B C B A B A A A A A A A A A A C C C C C C B (Remark: 1 S$ = Baht 24) Name of Directors B A Remark (1) Mr. Paisal Chevasiri resigned from the member of the Board of Directors effective on February 26, 2007. (2) Mr. Panote Sirivadhanabhakdi was appointed the member of the Board of Directors on February 27, Internal Controls Principle 12 Our Board values a sound management internal control system. To safeguard shareholders’ investments and the Company’s assets, it appointed an Executive Committee, each member of which oversees different departments and business units to ensure the adequacy of financial, operational and compliance controls, including risk management policies. In support of this, the Board also assigned the Office of the Corporate Secretariat to oversee compliance with the law and regulations concerning public companies and the issuer of securities. Based on the information provided to it, the AC believes that the system of internal controls and risk management is adequate. 2007 in replace of Mr. Paisal Chevasiri. Internal Audit Accountability Principle 13 Principle 10 The Board is responsible for providing a balanced and understandable assessment of the Company’s performance, and for providing shareholders with quarterly and annual financial reports. The financial statements for the first three quarters are released to shareholders within 45 days of the end of each quarter. The annual result is released within 60 days of the end of each financial year. In addition, our top management also participated in quarter results briefing and telephone conference from time to time. This is to ensure the timely update to our investors. The Company established the Office of Internal Audit to assist the Board through Audit Committee (AC) in promoting sound risk management and good corporate governance by assessing the adequacy and effectiveness of the internal controls for key businesses and operations in areas described in the audit plan. In this respect, the AC appointed the head of the Office of Internal Audit the secretary to the AC. Annual audit schedules ensure that the performance of internal audit is accurate. Communication with Shareholders Principle 14 Not only we make various announcements via SGX-NET to communicate with our shareholders, Mr. Richard W. Jones, head of Investor Relations Unit works closely with our top management to ensure timely disclosure. The unit arranges quarterly briefings following the disclosure of interim and full year results, so that investors may query management about financial, marketing or strategic issues. Between reporting periods, the unit regularly meets with investors to communicate the policies and strategies of the Company so that investors have a good understanding of them. Investor Relations provides timely detailed information via the corporate website. The unit also reports to management about investors’ comments and concerns. Contact information for the Investor Relations Unit appears in this annual report or on the investor relations section of the corporate website http://www.thaibev.com/set/investor.html. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 1 08 109 Corporate Social Responsibility Report Thais Are Ready to Give Each Other… Thai Bev for Thai Society Since the establishment in 2003 of Thai Beverage Public Company Limited, a conglomerate of affiliated companies, our core commitment has been to map out the policy and implement projects that benefit the Thai society, Thai people, and Thai spirit. This is because ThaiBev is convinced that ‘Thais never abandon other Thais’. Thais are ready to help each other, as reflected in ThaiBev’s social activities. These activities can be categorized into four aspects: education, sports, healthcare, and arts & culture. All through the years, ThaiBev has always been at the forefront in the private sector in its contribution to society. Our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) projects will be further strengthened as everyone at ThaiBev, from senior executives down to the junior staff, recognizes the importance of participating in public service activities. The importance of the support for the society has been impressed upon all ThaiBev staffs, and is now being disseminated throughout the country. In 2007, ThaiBev implemented several projects under our commitment to “Give back to the Thai Society”. These projects included “ThaiBev Unites to Fight the Cold”, “Drive Safely with ThaiBev”, as well as other projects to help flood victims. The ‘ThaiBev Unites to Fight the Cold’ project has been carried out for eight consecutive years. This year we donated 200,000 blankets to villagers in 15 northern and northeastern provinces. The ‘Drive Safely with ThaiBev’ project, a joint project with the Royal Thai Police for the second year in a row, urged motorists to minimize road accidents and drive properly. As part of the project, safety helmets were given away to motorcyclists while copies of “Drive Safely with ThaiBev” manual were distributed to motorists in general. Activities related to education included a joint program with other members of the Thai private sector to set up a fund for Thai students and educators who wish to pursue higher studies at Johns Hopkins University’s Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS), as well as activities to promote Thai and US relations. In addition, ThaiBev sponsored the construction of a school building for Wat Hom Kred School, Sam Phran District, Nakhon Pathom Province. Other projects and activities included support to educational funds, school lunches for needy students, provision for educational equipment and sports equipment. On arts & culture, one of ThaiBev’s major projects was the renovation of mural paintings in the Buddha Saiyas Vihara, or the chapel of the Reclining Buddha, at Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimonmangkhlaram Rajwaramahawihan. The 150-year-old-plus paintings here were a prototype of the Rattanakosin Period art. The restoration took 10 years to complete and was ready for public viewing in 2007. The mural paintings, particularly the ones higher up near the ceiling thus difficult to view, were photographed and put on exhibit. Incidentally, these photographs appeared in the 2008 ThaiBev calendar. The healthcare aspects included the donation of modern medical equipment for the Chalerm Phra Kiat Sixth-cycle Birthday Anniversary of His Majesty the King Building, Phra Mongkutklao Hospital, valued at 3,000,000 baht. In addition, the much appreciated “Chang Clinic” in Kamphaengphet Province has continued to provide the people in the surrounding community with diagnosis and treatment by experienced specialists from hospitals in Bangkok and Kamphaengphet who volunteer their time at the clinic. Other healthcare activities included donation of ambulances to hospitals, donation of equipment to the mobile prostheses units of the Maha Vajiralongkorn Foundation and many other activities. The sports aspects included our active support to football, volleyball, tennis, snooker, and many other sports of interest to the Thai people, with expectations of improving the health of Thai youths, sporting skills and future victories in the international arena. ThaiBev also launched the “ThaiBev… Thai Talent” project in support of talented and gifted young Thais in various fields. These fields include music, sports, arts & cultural, and educational. Assorted forms of support are provided, such as scholarships, travel expenses to participate in tournaments or events in Thailand and abroad, as well as allowances. ThaiBev embarked on the 8th “ThaiBev Unites to Fight the Cold” project in which 200,000 blankets worth 30 million baht were donated to villagers in 15 northern and northeastern provinces. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 1 10 Khunying Wanna Sirivadhanabhakdi, Vice Chairman of ThaiBev, dedicated the ‘SangSom’ school building to Wat Hom Kred School in Sam Phran District of Nakhon Pathom Province. Khunying Wanna (left) is shown presenting a token photo of the building to Khunying Kasama Varavarn, Secretary-General of the Basic Education Commission. Mr. Polapatr Suvarnazorn (right, center), ThaiBev Vice President for External Affairs, presented a donation to cover the travel expenses of the Sax Chamber Orchestra, which was on its way to give concert performances in Germany and Switzerland. This troupe consisted of talented youths under the “ThaiBev… Thai Talent” project. Accepting the donation was Associate Professor Dr. Sukree Charoensook (left, center), director of the College of Musical Arts, Mahidol University. 111 One of the “Drive Safely with ThaiBev” projects was to provide 10,000 safety helmets to motorcyclists in Bangkok and the provinces. ThaiBev helmets were of high safety standards as certified by the Thai Industrial Standard Institute. Picture shows the happy atmosphere at the ceremony attended by hundreds of motorcyclists. ThaiBev donated 3-million-baht worth of medical equipment to the Chalerm Phra Kiat Sixth-cycle Birthday Anniversary of His Majesty the King Building, Phra Mongkutklao Hospital. Accepting the donation from Khunying Wanna Sirivadhanabhakdi (right) was former prime minister General Surayud Chulanont (4th from left). The renovation of mural paintings at Buddha Saiyas Vihara, Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimonmangkhlaram Rajwaramahawihan (Wat Pho) which began in 2000 was finally completed in 2007. Attending the press conference at the completion of the renovation and the opening of the photo exhibition was ThaiBev President, Mr. Thapana Sirivadhanabhakdi (left), the abbot of Wat Phra Chetuphon (center) and well known photographer, Mr. Nitikorn Kraivixian (right). ThaiBev presented 2 million baht cash to the national soccer team as a way to provide moral support. ThaiBev President, Mr. Thapana Sirivadhanabhakdi (center, in yellow shirt), said the Thai national team deserved the award for its gutsy performance and determination. ThaiBev organized a joint program with Thai private sector called The PremTinsulanonda Fellowship Program, established to provide a fund to Thai students and educators who wished to pursue their studies at Johns Hopkins University’s Paul H.Nitze School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS), as well as related activities to promote Thai and US relations. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 1 12 113 PR Talk The year 2007 was extremely auspicious, as Thai people from all walks of life celebrated the 80th Birthday Anniversary of His Majesty the King who has devotedly himself to the development of the country and his subjects. ThaiBev was a proud part of this grand celebration in expressing its gratitude to His Majesty the King by participating in the “Ruam Jai Phak Rak Nai Luang” activities – one of which was the setting up of the “Thais Love the King Exhibition House” as a means to communicate to the viewers the bond between a king and his people as well as the sacrifice His Majesty made to better the livelihood of the Thai people in every corner of the country. In addition, ThaiBev in cooperation with the Photography Association of Thailand under His Majesty’s Royal Patronage organized the ‘Photos of the Land’, a photographic contest with four royal trophies, to celebrate the auspicious occasion of His Majesty the King’s 80th Birthday Anniversary. This was the first time for a photography competition to feature four Royal trophies in the same event, namely His Majesty the King’s trophy to be awarded under the theme “Thai People Love the King”; Her Majesty the Queen’s trophy under the theme “United in Harmony”; His Royal Highness Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn’s trophy under the theme “Love the Forest, Conserving the Water”; and Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s trophy under the theme “Agriculture the Thai Way”. Dr. Sumet Tantivejkul, Secretary-General of the Chaipattana Foundation, chaired the judging panel. Moreover, an exhibition of His Majesty the King’s photographic worked were put on display to the general public at Lifestyle Hall, 2nd floor, Siam Paragon shopping mall, from December 4 to 12, 2007. Last year, Thailand hosted the 24th University Summer Games – Universiade. ThaiBev, as the major sponsor, in cooperation with the Thai Sports Association under the Royal Patronage, constructed a “Thai Sports Village” to promote the uniqueness of Thai traditional sports for the appreciation of sports people and visitors from all over the world. It displayed all aspects of the Thai way of life from the perspective of sports as well as the history and uniqueness of Thai sports. The Thai Sports Village housed an exhibition of Thai sports history, the demonstration of traditional Thai sports such as loop takraw, kite flying, sword-fighting, boxing, chess, draughts, traditional massage, and classical dances. It also included special demonstrations of kite-making, sword-fighting, and boxing lessons. In addition, ThaiBev solely, or in partnership with the public sector, the private sector and the mass media, implemented various public service activities. A significant example was its campaign to alleviate global warming – a critical issue for international organizations and nations worldwide, including Thailand. ThaiBev recognizes the importance and urgency of this issue and has drawn up policies for the corporation and affiliated companies. These include the cooperation with various organizations to implement measures against global warming. ThaiBev has also invited the media and investors to visit its plants to observe our modern production processes reflecting responsibility for society and the environment, efficient use of energy, as well as the application of alternative energy derived from the waste treatment systems. This is our corporate pride in being a responsible member of the society. ‘Ruam Jai Phak Rak Nai Luang’ activities: the “Thais Love the King Exhibition House” – a means to communicate to the visitors Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 1 14 115 The Photography Association of Thailand, in cooperation with ThaiBev, organizes the first ‘Photos of the Land’ competition featuring four Royal trophies, to celebrate the auspicious occasion of His Majesty the King’s 80th Birthday Anniversary. Dr. Sumet Tantivejkul (2nd from left), Secretary-General of Chaipattana Foundation, chaired the judging panel. Also present at the press conference was ThaiBev President, Mr. Thapana Sirivadhanabhakdi (Center). ThaiBev supported the “Cosmopolitan and GM Single Party 2007” event under the theme “100 Couples Unite to Fight Global Warming”. This activity promoted global warming awareness in 200 youths who would become representatives in promoting the anti-global warming campaign. Members of the media visited Beer Thai (1991) Public Co., Ltd., Kamphaengphet Province, to observe the brewing processes of Chang Beer and Archa Beer, on the occasion of Archa Beer winning a gold medal award at the Australian International BeeAwards (AIBA) 2007. ThaiBev, a major sponsor of the 24th University Games – Universiade, in cooperation with the Thai Sports Association under the Royal Patronage, constructed a ‘ Thai Sports Village’, inaugurated on August 16 to welcome athletes from all over the world. The exhibition displayed all aspects of the Thai way of living from sports perspectives, as well as demonstration and lessons on Thai sports. A certificate was granted to each participant. Presiding at the opening ceremony of the “Village” was ThaiBev President, Mr. Thapana Sirivadhabhakdi (3rd from left). Thai and foreign investors familiarized themselves with the production processes of Chang Beer and Archa Beer at Beer Thai (1991) Public Company Limited Khamphaeng Phet Province. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 116 Audit Committee Report Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited The Audit Committee is comprised of four directors named below. 1. 2. 3. 4. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Staporn Kavitanon Kanung Luchai Manu Leopairote Ng Tat Pun Chairman of the Audit Committee Member of the Audit Committee Member of the Audit Committee Member of the Audit Committee Each member of the Audit Committee is an independent director who meets the independence, experience and other qualifications requirements of the Stock Exchange of Thailand and the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Audit Committee has reviewed and discussed the Company’s audited financial statements with Management and KPMG Phoomchai Audit Limited, its external auditor for 2007, to express the Audit Committee’s opinion of the conformity to the Company’s audited financial statements with generally accepted accounting principles. It also reviewed and expressed its opinion on the audit plan, and considered results of the audit from the Company’s internal audit division to ensure that the internal control system is adequate and appropriate. The Audit Committee has recommended that the Board propose for consideration and approval the continued nomination of KPMG Phoomchai Audit Limited as the Company’s external auditor for 2008 and its remuneration to the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders. Based on the above-mentioned reviews and discussions, the Audit Committee views that the Company has an adequate internal control and its financial statement is fairly presented in accordance with the generally accepted accounting principles. Staporn Kavitanon Chairman of the Audit Committee Date: February 26, 2008 117 Audit report of Certified Public Accountant To the shareholders of Thai Beverage Public Company Limited I have audited the accompanying consolidated and separate balance sheets as at 31 December 2007 and 2006, and the related statements of income, changes in shareholders’ equity and cash flows for the years then ended of Thai Beverage Public Company Limited and its subsidiaries, and of Thai Beverage Public Company Limited, respectively. The Company’s management is responsible for the correctness and completeness of information presented in these financial statements. My responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on my audits. I conducted my audits in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards. Those standards require that I plan and perform the audits to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. I believe that my audits provide a reasonable basis for my opinion. In my opinion, the consolidated and separate financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial positions as at 31 December 2007 and 2006 and the results of operations and cash flows for the years then ended of Thai Beverage Public Company Limited and its subsidiaries, and of Thai Beverage Public Company Limited, respectively, in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. As described in note 29 to the financial statements, the Company’s financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2006 have been restated for the effects of the change in accounting policy for investments in subsidiaries and associates from the equity method of accounting to the cost method, and are now termed ‘separate’ financial statements. Disclosure of significant differences between generally accepted accounting principles in Thailand and International Financial Reporting Standards is not a required part of the basic financial statements under generally accepted accounting principles in Thailand, but it is presented in Note 36 to the notes to financial statements for information purposes only. I have not audited or reviewed such information and therefore do not express any audit opinion or review report thereon. (Nirand Lilamethwat) Certified Public Accountant Registration No. 2316 KPMG Phoomchai Audit Ltd. Bangkok 27 February 2008 Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 118 119 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited and its Subsidiaries Balance Sheets As at 31 December 2007 and 2006 Note Consolidated Separate Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements financial statements financial statements 2007 2006 2007 Assets Note 2006 (Restated) 2007 (Restated) Current liabilities Cash and cash equivalents 6 2,188,991,774 1,919,576,970 9,168,240 15,622,582 Current investments 7 7,685,085 4,358,600 - - 5, 8 1,467,001,317 1,317,930,493 - - Short-term loans to and amounts Inventories Other current assets 5 4,371,057 50,951,648 3,916,012,461 11,035,118,471 9 28,056,925,651 28,315,158,270 - - 10 1,403,965,020 1,914,238,542 8,481,487 16,988,878 33,128,939,904 33,522,214,523 3,933,662,188 11,067,729,931 Total current assets Bank overdrafts and short-term loans from financial institutions 15 5,998,233,815 6,753,305,295 4,797,684,522 3,029,559,266 Trade accounts payable 16 2,249,329,022 2,275,670,644 - - Short-term guaranteed bonds 15 - 2,200,000,000 - 2,200,000,000 15 3,000,000,000 2,300,000,000 3,000,000,000 2,300,000,000 15 1,755,000,000 1,500,000,000 1,755,000,000 1,500,000,000 5, 15 69,141,215 4,837,042,378 2,115,288,548 13,084,828,757 2,773,848,081 2,180,870,323 146,248,940 47,791,738 3,203,278,986 4,103,314,358 161,542,579 394,209,562 19,048,831,119 26,150,202,998 11,975,764,589 22,556,389,323 Current portion of long-term guaranteed bonds Current portion of long-term loans Short-term loans from and amounts due to related parties Non-current assets Investments in subsidiaries and associates Income tax payable 11 124,518,368 135,490,042 71,470,329,894 63,594,730,188 Other current liabilities 7 3,633,579 3,753,619 - - Total current liabilities due from related parties 5 1,172,250 13,563,000 9,411,471,969 5,500,898,900 Property, plant and equipment 12 43,216,507,663 49,428,039,362 71,600,623 845,926,385 Intangible assets 13 978,770,498 354,876,536 16,165,989 12,353,346 Other non-current assets 14 2,073,413,637 2,121,574,962 351,336,250 357,128,650 46,398,015,995 52,057,297,521 81,320,904,725 70,311,037,469 Other long-term investments 2006 (in Baht) Current assets due from related parties 2007 Liabilities and shareholders’ equity (in Baht) Trade accounts receivable 2006 17 Long-term loans to and amounts Total non-current assets Total assets 79,526,955,899 The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements. 85,579,512,044 85,254,566,913 81,378,767,400 Non-current liabilities Long-term guaranteed bonds 15 - 3,000,000,000 - 3,000,000,000 Long-term loans from financial institutions 15 5,400,000,000 3,755,000,000 5,400,000,000 3,755,000,000 5, 15 - - 6,540,500,000 4,372,200,000 Other non-current liabilities 168,184,325 120,753,208 117,900 - Total non-current liabilities 5,568,184,325 6,875,753,208 11,940,617,900 11,127,200,000 24,617,015,444 33,025,956,206 23,916,382,489 33,683,589,323 Long-term loans from related parties Total liabilities The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 120 121 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited and its Subsidiaries Thai Beverage Public Company Limited and its Subsidiaries Balance Sheets Statements of Income As at 31 December 2007 and 2006 For the years ended 31 December 2007 and 2006 Note Consolidated Separate Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements financial statements financial statements 2007 2006 2007 Liabilities and shareholders’ equity Note 2006 2007 2007 (Restated) 2006 (Restated) (in Baht) (in Baht) Shareholders’ equity Share capital 2006 Revenues 5 Revenue from sales 18 100,540,895,079 97,797,921,895 - - 40,834,243 56,452,361 775,352,387 858,621,337 Authorised share capital 29,000,000,000 29,000,000,000 29,000,000,000 29,000,000,000 Interest income Issued and paid-up share capital 25,110,025,000 25,110,025,000 25,110,025,000 25,110,025,000 Management fees - - 2,577,305,358 3,432,470,973 Dividends - - 18,985,153,408 8,055,408,868 228,524,668 77,938,829 89,527,428 4,873,832 28,641,891 23,684,083 - 100,838,895,881 97,955,997,168 22,427,338,581 12,351,375,010 70,872,565,833 69,325,121,958 - - 13,689,414,856 12,684,556,582 1,154,217,891 943,322,290 84,561,980,689 82,009,678,540 1,154,217,891 943,322,290 16,276,915,192 15,946,318,628 21,273,120,690 11,408,052,720 Difference arising from common control transactions Reserves (17,141,406,365) (17,141,406,365) - - 17,215,736,603 Currency translation changes 21 Share of profits from investments 19 Share premium Other income (208,076,374) 17,215,736,603 (19,508,334) 17,215,736,603 17,215,736,603 - - - 134,521,429 accounted for using the equity method Total revenues - Fair value changes and revaluation surpluses 4,388,935,374 6,586,263,579 Retained earnings Appropriated - legal reserve Unappropriated Total shareholders’ equity Expenses 5 Cost of sales 19 2,900,000,000 1,700,000,000 2,900,000,000 1,700,000,000 Selling and administrative expenses 22,644,726,217 19,102,445,355 16,112,422,821 3,534,895,045 Total expenses 54,909,940,455 52,553,555,838 61,338,184,424 47,695,178,077 22 Profit before interest and Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity 79,526,955,899 85,579,512,044 85,254,566,913 81,378,767,400 income tax expenses Interest expense 24 1,047,277,561 1,568,651,172 1,577,560,366 2,253,267,473 Income tax expense 25 4,846,572,448 4,322,890,312 277,248,227 149,318,355 10,383,065,183 10,054,777,144 19,418,312,097 9,005,466,892 0.41 0.42 0.77 0.38 Net profit Basic earnings per share The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements. 26 The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements. from common paid-up - Dividends for the common control transactions - Legal reserve Dividends (17,141,406,365) - - - - - - - - Dividends The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements. 25,110,025,000 - Legal reserve Balance at 31 December 2007 - - - - - - - Net profit Total recognised income and expense - 17,141,406,365 - 28 25,110,025,000 (17,141,406,365) - - - Net surplus on property revaluation Change in shareholders’ equity for 2007 Restated balance 29 25,110,025,000 Balance at 1 January 2007 Change in accounting policy 25,110,025,000 Balance at 31 December 2006 3,110,025,000 18 28 Dividends Issue of ordinary shares - - - - 15,979,264,833 (15,979,264,833) Legal reserve 22,000,000,000 - 22,000,000,000 share capital control transactions from common paid-up - 29 Note Difference arising Issued and Net profit Changes in shareholders’ equity for 2006 Restated balance Changes in accounting policy Balance at 1 January 2006 For the years ended 31 December 2007 and 2006 Statements of Changes in Shareholders’ Equity Thai Beverage Public Company Limited and its Subsidiaries The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements. 25,110,025,000 - Total recognised income and expense Balance at 31 December 2007 - Net profit - - - 28 (17,141,406,365) 3,110,025,000 25,110,025,000 27,039,805 (1,505,240,976) - - (32,415,518) (23,871,663) (8,543,855) (8,543,855) - (15,630,789,676) - Net expense recognised directly in shareholder’s equity of foreign operations Translation loss relating to financial statements Net surplus on property revaluation Change in shareholders’ equity for 2007 Balance at 31 December 2006 Issue of ordinary shares business restructuring Increase in share capital in subsidiaries before 18 - Legal reserve - - Total recognised income and expense Consideration paid to shareholders of subsidiaries - Net profit - - 22,000,000,000 share capital control transactions - 28 Note Difference arising Issued and Net expense recognised directly in shareholder’s equity of foreign operations Translation loss relating to financial statements Net surplus on property revaluation Change in shareholders’ equity for 2006 Balance at 1 January 2006 For the years ended 31 December 2007 and 2006 Statements of Changes in Shareholders’ Equity Thai Beverage Public Company Limited and its Subsidiaries 17,215,736,603 - - - - - 17,215,736,603 - 17,215,736,603 17,215,736,603 17,215,736,603 - - - - - - - - - - - - 19,508,334 (19,508,334) - - - - - - 5,341,471 - - 2,900,000,000 - 1,200,000,000 - - 1,700,000,000 - 1,700,000,000 1,700,000,000 - - 590,000,000 - 1,110,000,000 - 1,110,000,000 to legal reserve Appropriated - - 22,644,726,217 (5,775,305,750) (1,200,000,000) 10,517,586,612 10,383,065,183 134,521,429 - 134,521,429 19,102,445,355 - - - (8,042,102,750) (590,000,000) 10,078,648,807 10,078,648,807 - - - 17,655,899,298 Unappropriated 16,112,422,821 (5,775,305,750) (1,200,000,000) 19,552,833,526 19,418,312,097 134,521,429 3,534,895,045 (15,567,550,310) 19,102,445,355 3,534,895,045 - (8,042,102,750) (590,000,000) 9,005,466,892 3,161,530,903 (14,494,368,395) 17,655,899,298 Unappropriated Retained earnings 2,900,000,000 - 1,200,000,000 - - - - - 1,700,000,000 - - - - 590,000,000 - - - - - 1,110,000,000 (134,521,429) (134,521,429) 134,521,429 (6,451,742,150) 6,586,263,579 134,521,429 - - - - 134,521,429 (6,450,214,015) 6,584,735,444 surpluses and revaluation Fair value changes (in Baht) (5,341,471) changes premium Currency Reserves translation - 4,388,935,374 - - (2,197,328,205) - (2,197,328,205) - (2,197,328,205) 6,586,263,579 - - - - - 1,528,135 - 1,528,135 - 1,528,135 Appropriated Retained earnings to legal reserve Separate financial statements (Restated) (208,076,374) - - (188,568,040) - (188,568,040) (188,568,040) - (19,508,334) - - - - - (14,166,863) - (14,166,863) (14,166,863) - Share 17,215,736,603 - - - - - - - 17,215,736,603 17,215,736,603 - - - - - - - - - 6,584,735,444 surpluses and revaluation Fair value changes (in Baht) (5,341,471) changes - translation Share premium Currency Reserves Consolidated financial statements 61,338,184,424 (5,775,305,750) - 19,418,312,097 19,418,312,097 - 47,695,178,077 (4,858,377,761) 52,553,555,838 47,695,178,077 20,325,761,603 (8,042,102,750) - 9,005,466,892 26,406,052,332 (4,959,976,106) 31,366,028,438 equity Total shareholders’ 54,909,940,455 (5,775,305,750) - 8,131,690,367 10,383,065,183 (2,251,374,816) (188,568,040) (2,062,806,776) 52,553,555,838 20,325,761,603 27,039,805 (1,505,240,976) (8,042,102,750) - 10,033,594,561 10,054,777,144 (21,182,583) (22,710,718) 1,528,135 31,714,503,595 equity Total shareholders’ Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 124 125 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited and its Subsidiaries Statements of Cash Flows For the years ended 31 December 2007 and 2006 Note Consolidated Separate Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements financial statements financial statements 2007 2006 2007 Note 2006 2007 2006 2007 (Restated) (Restated) (in Baht) (in Baht) Changes in operating assets and liabilities Cash flows from operating activities Net profit 10,383,065,183 10,054,777,144 19,418,312,097 9,005,466,892 Interest income Interest expense Unrealised loss on exchange rate 4,974,695,900 (40,834,243) 4,651,978,462 (56,452,361) 28,966,567 24,071,862 (775,352,387) (858,621,337) 1,047,277,561 1,568,651,172 1,577,560,366 2,253,267,473 5,841,586 11,720,775 1,164,320 16,321,434 Allowance for obsolete inventories Allowance for impairment loss on property - 57,800,991 35,968,778 1,293,629,337 Inventories 240,314,893 76,897,733 - Other current assets 543,222,112 657,219,479 8,507,390 Trade accounts payable (52,736,803) 583,226,076 - - (152,525,782) 45,335,778 16,230,422 5,885,734 (139,223,931) 78,444,379 Amounts due to related parties Other non-current liabilities (1,220,696,777) 4,841,922 (2,775,617) 117,900 - (2,000,000,000) - 50,000,000 9,375,000 9,375,000 145,536,197 354,960,794 - - Advance payments to a specialist 58,768,300 - - - Income taxes paid (4,253,594,691) (4,671,000,532) Net cash provided by operating activities 16,443,526,789 14,362,352,061 (70,105,694) 3,190,891 (63,880,601) 50,309 - Gain on sale of investment - 708,828 (6,044) Dividends - - (18,985,153,408) (8,055,408,868) Share of profits from investments accounted for using the equity method Income tax expense (1,444,554,668) 50,000,000 (Gain) loss on sale and disposal of property, plant and equipment and intangible assets 143,293,100 Other current liabilities Amortisation of advance payments to a specialist (95,274,423) Trade accounts receivable Amounts due from related parties Adjustments for Depreciation and amortisation 2006 (28,641,891) (23,684,083) - - 4,846,572,448 4,322,890,312 277,248,227 149,318,355 21,372,175,347 20,938,741,934 1,488,234,137 2,543,841,120 The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements. The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements. (178,791,025) 2,488,704,230 (354,909,409) (7,432,139) (375,000,000) (198,576,232) 1,692,253,453 Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 126 127 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited and its Subsidiaries Statements of Cash Flows For the years ended 31 December 2007 and 2006 Note Consolidated Separate Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements financial statements financial statements 2007 2006 2007 Note 2006 2007 2006 2007 (Restated) (Restated) (in Baht) (in Baht) Cash flows from investing activities Interest received Cash flows from financing activities 40,930,836 58,093,432 780,791,231 847,583,522 - 16,975,616 20,290,212,836 8,055,408,868 5,640,990 - - - 40,850,000 1,908,300,440 39,613,566 - Dividends received Current investments (3,326,485) Loans to related parties Investments in subsidiaries and associates (9,180,660,910) (1,144,799,640) (509,999,340) Consideration paid to shareholders of subsidiaries for the common control transactions - (1,505,240,976) - - Increase in share capital in subsidiaries Purchase of property, plant and equipment (1,420,545,600) (1,708,451,681) (2,086,173,156) Dividends paid (5,775,305,750) (8,042,102,750) (5,775,305,750) (8,042,102,750) (1,140,914,252) (33,405,319,840) 1,768,125,256 (33,570,440,734) Bank overdrafts and short-term loans from financial institutions Proceeds from short-term guaranteed bonds - Repayment of short-term guaranteed bonds (2,200,000,000) Loans from related parties (4,615,231,380) 27,039,805 - - Repayment of long-term guaranteed bonds 120,039 26 7,820 - Proceeds from issuance of share capital (1,454,554,671) (4,231,904,150) 933,321,336 51,883,323 Purchase of intangible assets (26,925,503) (12,511,963) Decrease in intangible assets 11,202,717 Other non-current assets (1,211,354) 37,899 (24,843,220) (9,205,674) 819,205,608 (8,595,148) (3,582,600) (129,607,370) 58,906 (6,666,764) (4,716,900) Net cash outflow on acquisition of (2,300,000,000) (253,908,978) - - - financial institutions (5,573,979,218) 14,596,473,603 7,107,261,282 financial institutions Net cash used in financing activities 629,727,420 5,300,000,000 - 4,700,000,000 (2,200,000,000) (2,500,000,000) (8,776,000,000) 1,815,500,000 (2,300,000,000) 5,300,000,000 - - 20,325,761,603 - 20,325,761,603 5,400,000,000 26,600,000,000 5,400,000,000 26,600,000,000 (3,500,000,000) (22,431,600,000) (3,500,000,000) (21,345,000,000) (15,270,805,448) (10,244,079,167) (17,091,632,175) (8,802,455,037) (188,568,040) (22,710,718) - - Net increase (decrease) in cash and 269,414,804 Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year Cash and cash equivalents at end of year The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements. (2,500,000,000) - Repayment of long-term loans from cash equivalents (714,738,497) 4,700,000,000 Proceeds from long-term loans from Currency translation changes Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities (1,139,354,066) - Decrease in property, plant and equipment indirect subsidiaries Interest paid Proceeds from long-term guaranteed bonds before business restructuring Sale of long-term investments 2006 6 (1,478,417,042) (6,454,342) (2,940,302) 1,919,576,970 3,397,994,012 15,622,582 18,562,884 2,188,991,774 1,919,576,970 9,168,240 15,622,582 The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 128 129 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited and its Subsidiaries Notes to the Financial Statements For the years ended 31 December 2007 and 2006 These notes form an integral part of the financial statements. The financial statements were authorised for issue by the directors on 27 February 2008. Note Contents Note Contents 1. General information Thai Beverage Public Company Limited, the “Company”, is incorporated and registered as a public company in Thailand 1 General information 19 Reserves 2 Basis of preparation of the financial statements 20 Segment information 3 Significant accounting policies 21 Other income 4 Business restructuring 22 Selling and administrative expenses 5 Related party transactions and balances 23 Personnel expenses 6 Cash and cash equivalents 24 Interest expense The principal businesses of the Company and its subsidiaries are the production, distribution and marketing of alcoholic 7 Other investments 25 Income tax expense and non-alcoholic beverages, industrial alcohol and other by-products. Details of the Company’s subsidiaries as at 8 Trade accounts receivable 26 Earnings per share 31 December 2007 and 2006 were as follows: 9 Inventories 27 Promotional privileges 10 Other current assets 28 Dividends 11 Investments in subsidiaries and associates 29 Changes in accounting policy 12 Property, plant and equipment 30 Financial instruments 13 Intangible assets 31 Commitments with non-related parties 14 Other non-current assets 32 Litigation 15 Interest-bearing liabilities 33 Events after the balance sheet date 16 Trade accounts payable 34 Thai Accounting Standards (TAS) not yet adopted 17 Other current liabilities 35 Reclassification of accounts 18 Share capital 36 Significant differences between Thai GAAP and IFRS on 29 October 2003. The registered office of the Company is at 14 Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon, Chatuchak, Bangkok. The Company was listed on the Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Limited (SGX-ST) in May 2006. Ownership Country of Name of the entity Type of business incorporation 1. Beer Thai (1991) PCL. Beer brewery 2. Beer Thip Brewery (1991) Co., Ltd. interest (%) 2007 2006 Thailand 100.00 100.00 Beer brewery Thailand 100.00 100.00 3. Sangsom Co., Ltd. Spirits distillery Thailand 100.00 100.00 4. Fuengfuanant Co., Ltd. Spirits distillery Thailand 100.00 100.00 5. Mongkolsamai Co., Ltd. Spirits distillery Thailand 100.00 100.00 6. Thanapakdi Co., Ltd. Spirits distillery Thailand 100.00 100.00 7. Kanchanasingkorn Co., Ltd. Spirits distillery Thailand 100.00 100.00 8. Sura Bangyikhan Co., Ltd. Spirits distillery Thailand 100.00 100.00 9. Athimart Co., Ltd. Spirits distillery Thailand 100.00 100.00 10. S.S. Karnsura Co., Ltd. Spirits distillery Thailand 100.00 100.00 11. Kankwan Co., Ltd. Spirits distillery Thailand 100.00 100.00 12. Theparunothai Co., Ltd. Spirits distillery Thailand 100.00 100.00 13. Red Bull Distillery (1988) Co., Ltd. Spirits distillery Thailand 100.00 100.00 14. United Winery and Distillery Co., Ltd. Spirits distillery Thailand 100.00 100.00 15. Simathurakij Co., Ltd. Spirits distillery Thailand 100.00 100.00 Direct subsidiaries Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 130 131 Ownership Country of Name of the entity Type of business incorporation 16. Nateechai Co., Ltd. Spirits distillery 17. Luckchai Liquor Trading Co., Ltd. Ownership interest (%) Country of Type of business incorporation 49. International Beverage Holdings Ltd. Holding company 100.00 50. Cosmos Brewery (Thailand) Co., Ltd. 100.00 100.00 Thailand 100.00 100.00 Beer distributor Thailand 100.00 100.00 production of concentrate 21. Pomkit Co., Ltd. Beer distributor Thailand 100.00 100.00 materials 22. Pomkung Co., Ltd. Beer distributor Thailand 100.00 100.00 23. Pomchok Co., Ltd. Beer distributor Thailand 100.00 100.00 production of concentrate 24. Pomcharoen Co., Ltd. Beer distributor Thailand 100.00 100.00 25. Pomburapa Co., Ltd. Beer distributor Thailand 100.00 100.00 26. Num Yuk Co., Ltd. Spirits distributor Thailand 100.00 100.00 27. Num Kijjakarn Co., Ltd. Spirits distributor Thailand 100.00 100.00 28. Num Palang Co., Ltd. Spirits distributor Thailand 100.00 100.00 29. Num Muang Co., Ltd. Spirits distributor Thailand 100.00 100.00 30. Num Nakorn Co., Ltd. Spirits distributor Thailand 100.00 100.00 31. Num Thurakij Co., Ltd. Spirits distributor Thailand 100.00 100.00 32. Thipchalothorn Co., Ltd. Beer and sprits agency Thailand 100.00 100.00 33. Krittayabun Co., Ltd. Beer and sprits agency Thailand 100.00 100.00 2007 2006 Thailand 100.00 100.00 Spirits distillery Thailand 100.00 18. Sura Piset Thipparat Co., Ltd. Spirits distillery Thailand 19. Thai Alcohol PCL. Alcohol distillery 20. Pomthip Co., Ltd. Name of the entity 2007 2006 Hong Kong 100.00 100.00 Beer brewery Thailand 100.00 100.00 51. T.C.C. Cosmo Corporation Ltd. Trademark holding Thailand 100.00 100.00 52. Beer Chang Co., Ltd. Trademark holding and Thailand 100.00 100.00 materials Thailand 100.00 100.00 Holding company Thailand 100.00 100.00 55. Thai Thum Distillery Co., Ltd. # Trading of spirits Thailand 99.90 99.90 56. Sura Piset Sahasan Co., Ltd. # Production and distribution Thailand 100.00 100.00 of spirits Thailand 100.00 100.00 58. Muangkij Co., Ltd. # Import of oak woods Thailand 100.00 100.00 59. Sint Ek Panich Co., Ltd. # Mining Thailand 100.00 100.00 60. Pan Alcohol Co., Ltd. # Production and distribution of vinegar Thailand 100.00 100.00 61. Banglen Agriculture Co., Ltd. # Agriculture Thailand 100.00 100.00 62. Vitayathan Co., Ltd. Environmental public relations Thailand 100.00 100.00 63. InterBev (Singapore) Limited Trading of alcoholic beverages Singapore 100.00 100.00 64. InterBev (Cambodia) Co., Ltd. Trading of alcoholic beverages Cambodia 100.00 100.00 65. InterBev Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. Trading of alcoholic beverages Malaysia 100.00 100.00 53. Archa Beer Co., Ltd. 54. Sura Piset Phatra Lanna Co., Ltd. ## Trademark holding and Indirect subsidiaries of spirits 57. Sura Piset Sampan Co., Ltd. # Production and distribution 34. Surathip Co., Ltd. Spirits agency Thailand 100.00 100.00 35. Sunthronpirom Co., Ltd. Spirits agency Thailand 100.00 100.00 36. Piromsurang Co., Ltd. Spirits agency Thailand 100.00 100.00 37. Bionic Humus Co., Ltd. Trading of fertilizer Thailand 100.00 100.00 38. Maharas Agri Co., Ltd. Japanese rice farming Thailand 100.00 100.00 39. Thai Molasses Co., Ltd. Trading of molasses Thailand 99.72 99.72 40. Additive Food Co., Ltd. Trading of feeds Thailand 100.00 100.00 41. Pan International (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Trading of supplies and procurement Thailand 100.00 100.00 42. Charun Business 52 Co., Ltd. Brick producer Thailand 100.00 100.00 43. Thai Cooperage Co., Ltd. Oak barrel producer Thailand 100.00 100.00 44. Bang-Na Logistic Co., Ltd. Trading of bottles Thailand 100.00 100.00 Transportation Thailand 100.00 100.00 trading/ international marketing Thailand 100.00 100.00 47. Dhanasindhi Co., Ltd. Construction Thailand 100.00 100.00 of water and energy drinks 48. Dhospaak Co., Ltd. Advertising agency Thailand 100.00 100.00 and spirits agency 66. International Beverage Holdings Limited 45. Thai Beverage Logistics Co., Ltd. (Formerly: Sahatipkarnkonsong Co., Ltd.) 46. Thai Beverage Marketing Co., Ltd. interest (%) USA, Inc. (Formerly: InterBev USA Inc.) 67. Best Spirits Company Limited United States Trading of alcoholic beverages of America 100.00 100.00 Trading of alcoholic beverages Hong Kong 100.00 100.00 Holding company United Kingdom 100.00 100.00 Thailand 80.82 - Thailand 83.20 - 68. International Beverage Holdings (UK) Limited (Formerly: Pacific Spirits (UK) Limited) 69. United Products Co., Ltd. Import and export spirits for Production and distribution of spirits 70. S P M Foods and Beverages Co., Ltd. Production and distribution Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 132 Ownership Country of Name of the entity Type of business incorporation 133 2. Basis of preparation of the financial statements interest (%) 2007 2006 The financial statements issued for Thai reporting purposes are prepared in the Thai language. This English translation of the financial statements has been prepared for the convenience of readers not conversant with the Thai language. Subsidiaries of indirect subsidiaries* 71. Blairmhor Limited # Holding Company United Kingdom 100.00 100.00 72. Inver House Distillers Limited Production and distribution of spirits United Kingdom 100.00 100.00 73. Blairmhor Distillers Limited # Dormant United Kingdom 100.00 100.00 74. Wee Beastie Limited Production and distribution of alcoholic beverages United Kingdom 100.00 100.00 Dormant United Kingdom 100.00 100.00 Dormant United Kingdom 100.00 100.00 77. The Pulteney Distillery Company Limited # Dormant United Kingdom 100.00 100.00 78. The Balblair Distillery Company Limited # Dormant United Kingdom 100.00 100.00 79. R. Carmichael & Sons Limited # Dormant United Kingdom 100.00 100.00 80. J MacArthur Junior & Company Limited # Dormant United Kingdom 100.00 100.00 81. Mason & Summers Limited # Dormant United Kingdom 100.00 100.00 82. Hankey Bannister Limited # Dormant United Kingdom 100.00 100.00 83. James Catto & Company Limited # Dormant United Kingdom 100.00 100.00 84. Glen Calder Blenders Limited # Dormant United Kingdom 100.00 100.00 85. Moffat & Towers Limited # Dormant United Kingdom 100.00 100.00 The financial statements are prepared in accordance with Thai Accounting Standards (“TAS”) including related interpretations and guidelines promulgated by the Federation of Accounting Professions (“FAP”) and with generally accepted accounting principles in Thailand. During 2007, the FAP issued the following revised TAS relevant to the Group’s operations and effective for accounting periods beginning on or after 1 January 2007: 75. Speyburn-Glenlivet Distillery Company Limited # 76. The Knockdhu Distillery Company Limited # TAS 44 (revised 2007) Consolidated and Separate Financial Statements TAS 45 (revised 2007) Investments in Associates The adoption of these revised TAS has resulted in a change in the Company’s accounting policy for interests in subsidiaries and associates in the separate financial statements of the Company. The effects of this change are disclosed in note 29. In addition to the above revised TAS, the FAP has issued during 2007 a number of other new and revised TAS which are only effective for financial statements beginning on or after 1 January 2008 and have not been adopted in the preparation of these financial statements. These new and revised TAS are disclosed in note 34. The financial statements are presented in Thai Baht, rounded in the notes to the financial statements to the nearest million, unless otherwise stated. They are prepared on the historical cost basis except as stated in the accounting Associates of indirect subsidiaries** 86. Liquorland Limited Off licences United Kingdom 49.49 49.49 87. Inver House Polska Limited Trading of alcoholic beverages Poland 44.00 44.00 88. Inver House Distribution SA # Dormant France 50.02 50.02 policies. The preparation of financial statements in conformity with TAS requires management to make judgements, estimates and assumptions that affect the application of policies and reported amounts of assets, liabilities, income and expenses. * Subsidiaries of International Beverage Holdings (UK) Limited The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and various other factors that are ** Associates of International Beverage Holdings (UK) Limited believed to be reasonable under the circumstances, the results of which form the basis of making the judgements # These are currently non-trading. about carrying amounts of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. Accordingly, actual ## A subsidiary was changed from indirect subsidiary to direct subsidiary in October 2007 and is currently non-trading. results may differ from these estimates. In 2007, Sura Piset Phatra Lanna Co., Ltd., a subsidiary, acquired 2.8 million ordinary shares of United Product Co., Ltd. The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are which represents 80.82% in share capital of such company for a total value of Baht 285.54 million, and 0.8 million recognised in the period in which the estimate is revised, if the revision affects only that period, or in the period of the ordinary shares of SPM Foods and Beverages Co., Ltd. which represents 83.20% in share capital of such company for a revision and future periods, if the revision affects both current and future periods. total value of Baht 0.08 million from the former shareholders of both companies. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 134 3. Significant accounting policies 135 Non-monetary assets and liabilities measured at cost in foreign currencies are translated to Thai Baht using the foreign exchange rates ruling at the dates of the transactions. (a) Basis of consolidation The consolidated financial statements relate to the Company and its subsidiaries (together referred to as the “Group”) Foreign entities and the Group’s interest in associates. The assets and liabilities of foreign entities are translated to Thai Baht at the average foreign exchange rates ruling at the balance sheet date. Significant intra-group transactions between the Company and its subsidiaries are eliminated on consolidation. The revenues and expenses of foreign entities are translated to Thai Baht at rates approximating the average foreign Subsidiaries exchange rates ruling at the dates of the transactions. Subsidiaries are those companies controlled by the Company. Control exists when the Company has the power, directly or indirectly, to govern the financial and operating policies of a company so as to obtain benefits from its activities. Foreign exchange differences arising on translation are recognised in a separate component of equity until disposal of The financial statements of subsidiaries are included in the consolidated financial statements from the date that control the investments. commences until the date that control ceases. (c) Derivative financial instruments Associates Forward exchange contracts are treated as off-balance sheet items. Associates are those companies in which the Group has significant influence, but not control, over the financial and operating policies. The consolidated financial statements include the Group’s share of the total recognised gains and (d) Cash and cash equivalents losses of associates on an equity accounted basis, from the date that significant influence commences until the date Cash and cash equivalents in the statements of cash flows comprise cash balances, call deposits and highly liquid that significant influence ceases. When the Group’s share of losses exceeds its interest in an associate, the Group’s carrying amount is reduced to nil and recognition of further losses is discontinued except to the extent that the Group short-term investments. Bank overdrafts that are repayable on demand are a component of financing activities for the purpose of the statement of cash flows. has incurred legal or constructive obligations or made payments on behalf of the associate. (e) Trade and other accounts receivable Business combinations Business combinations involving businesses under common control have been accounted for in a manner similar to a Trade and other accounts receivables (including balances with related parties) are stated at their invoice value less allowance for doubtful accounts. pooling of interests, whereby the assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities transferred have been accounted for at book values. Business combinations are accounted for using the purchase method. The cost of an acquisition is measured at the The allowance for doubtful accounts is assessed primarily on analysis of payment histories and future expectations of customer payments. Bad debts are written off when incurred. fair value of the assets given, equity instruments issued and liabilities incurred or assumed at the date of exchange, plus costs directly attributable to the acquisition. (f) Inventories Inventories are stated at the lower of cost and net realisable value. (b) Foreign currencies Foreign currency transactions Cost of raw material, packaging materials, work in progress and finished goods is calculated using the weighted average cost principle, and comprises all costs of purchase, costs of conversion and other costs incurred in bringing Transactions in foreign currencies are translated to Thai Baht at the foreign exchange rates ruling at the dates of the transactions. the inventories to their present location and condition. In the case of manufactured inventories and work-in-progress, cost includes an appropriate share of overheads based on normal operating capacity. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies at the balance sheet date are translated to Thai Baht Net realisable value is the estimated selling price in the ordinary course of business less the estimated costs to at the foreign exchange rates ruling at that date. Foreign exchange differences arising on translation are recognised in complete and to make the sale. the statement of income. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 136 137 (g) Investments an appraisal to be conducted every three to five years or when there are factors that might materially impact the value Investments in subsidiaries and associates of the land, to ensure that the carrying amount of these assets does not differ materially from that which would be determined using fair values at the balance sheet date. Investments in subsidiaries and associates in the separate financial statements of the Company are accounted for using the cost method. This is a change of accounting policy, the effects of which are disclosed in note 29. Investments in Any increase in value, on revaluation, is credited to equity under the heading “revaluation surplus” unless it offsets a associates in the consolidated financial statements are accounted for using the equity method. previous decrease in value recognised in the statement of income in respect of the same asset. A decrease in value is recognised in the statement of income to the extent it exceeds an increase previously recognised in equity in respect of Investments in other equity securities the same asset. Upon disposal of a revalued asset, any related revaluation surplus is transferred from equity to retained Marketable equity securities are classified as being available-for-sale and are stated at fair value, with any resultant earnings and is not taken into account in calculating the gain or loss on disposal. gain or loss being recognised directly in equity. The exceptions are impairment losses, which are recognised in the statement of income. Subsequent expenditure Subsequent expenditure relating to an item of property, plant and equipment is added to the carrying amount of the Equity securities which are not marketable are stated at cost less impairment losses. asset when it is probable that the future economic benefits in excess of the originally assessed standard of performance of the existing asset will flow to the Group. All other subsequent expenditure is recognised as an expense in the period The fair value of financial instruments classified as available-for-sale is determined as the quoted bid price at the in which it is incurred. balance sheet date. Depreciation Disposal of investments Depreciation is charged to the statement of income on a straight-line basis over the estimated useful lives of each part On disposal of an investment, the difference between net disposal proceeds and the carrying amount together with the of an item of property, plant and equipment. The estimated useful lives are as follows: associated cumulative gain or loss that was reported in equity is recognised in the statement of income. Land improvement 5-20 years (h) Property, plant and equipment Building and structures 10-40 years Owned assets Building improvements 5-20 years Property, plant and equipment are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation and impairment losses except for land, Machinery and equipment 4-40 years which is stated at its revalued amount. The revalued amount is the fair value. Oak barrels 10-20 years Furniture, fixtures and office equipment 3-10 years Vehicles 3-10 years Property that is being constructed or developed for future use is classified as property, plant and equipment and stated at cost until construction or development is complete. No depreciation is provided on freehold land and assets under construction. Leased assets Leases in terms of which the Group substantially assumes all the risk and rewards of ownership are classified as finance (i) Intangible assets leases. Property, plant and equipment acquired by way of finance leases is capitalised at the lower of its fair value and Goodwill the present value of the minimum lease payments at the inception of the lease, less accumulated depreciation and Goodwill in a business combination represents the excess of the cost of acquisition over the fair value of the Group’s impairment losses. Lease payments are apportioned between the finance charges and reduction of the lease liability so share of the identifiable net assets acquired. as to achieve a constant rate of interest on the remaining balance of the liability. Finance charges are charged directly to the statement of income. Goodwill is stated at cost less accumulated amortisation and impairment losses. Revalued assets Other intangible assets Revaluations are performed by independent professional valuers with sufficient regularity. The Group’s policy requires Other intangible assets that are acquired by the Group are stated at cost less accumulated amortisation and impairment losses. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 138 139 Amortisation recognises the difference arising from common control transactions under shareholders’ equity until disposal of the Amortisation is charged to the statement of income on a straight-line and unit of production basis over the estimated investment. useful lives of the assets. Intangible assets are amortised from the date that they are available for use. The estimated (o) Revenue useful lives are as follows: Revenue excludes value added taxes or other sales taxes and is arrived at after deduction of trade discounts. Goodwill Computer software Trademark Broadcasting rights Leasehold 20 years (straight-line method) 3-10 years (straight-line method) Sale of goods and services rendered 10 years (straight-line method) Revenue is recognised in the statement of income when the significant risks and rewards of ownership have been (unit of production method) transferred to the buyer. No revenue is recognised if there is continuing management involvement with the goods or (straight-line method) there are significant uncertainties regarding recovery of the consideration due, associated costs or the probable return 4 years Lease term of goods. Service income is recognised as services are provided. (j) Impairment The carrying amounts of the Group’s assets are reviewed at each balance sheet date to determine whether there is any When the outcome of a contract for the rendering of services can be estimated reliably, contract revenue is recognised indication of impairment. If any such indication exists, the assets’ recoverable amounts are estimated. in the statement of income by reference to the stage of completion of the contract activity at the balance sheet date. When the outcome of the contract cannot be estimated reliably, revenue is recognised only to the extent of the expenses An impairment loss is recognised whenever the carrying amount of an asset or its cash-generating unit exceeds recognised that are recoverable. its recoverable amount. The impairment loss is recognised in the statement of income unless it reverses a previous revaluation credited to equity, in which case it is charged to equity. Construction contracts When the outcome of a construction contract can be estimated reliably, contract revenue and expenses are recognised (k) Interest-bearing liabilities in the statement of income by reference to the stage of completion of the contract activity at the balance sheet date. Interest-bearing liabilities are recognised initially at fair value less attributable transaction charges. Subsequent to initial The stage of completion is assessed the percentage of completion method, which is measured by the project engineer. recognition, interest-bearing liabilities are stated at amortised cost with any difference between cost and redemption When it is probable that total contract costs will exceed total contract revenue, the expected loss is recognised value being recognised in the statement of income over the period of the borrowings on an effective interest basis. immediately as an expense in the statement of income. (l) Trade and other accounts payable Interest and dividend income Trade and other accounts payable (including balances with related parties) are stated at cost. Interest income is recognised in the statement of income as it accrues. Dividend income is recognised in the statement of income on the date the Group’s right to receive payments is established which in the case of marketable securities (m) Provisions is usually the ex-dividend date. A provision is recognised in the balance sheet when the Group has a present legal or constructive obligation as a result of a past event, and it is probable that an outflow of economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation and a (p) Expenses reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation. If the effect is material, provisions are determined by Operating leases discounting the expected future cash flows at a pre-tax rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value Payments made under operating leases are recognised in the statement of income on a straight line basis over the term of money and, where appropriate, the risks specific to the liability. of the lease. Lease incentives received are recognised in the statement of income as an integral part of the total lease payments made. Contingent rentals are charged to the statement of income in the accounting period in which they are (n) Difference arising from common control transactions incurred. Difference arising from common control transactions relates to the restructuring of businesses under the common control of the ultimate majority shareholder of the Company and arises from the difference between the cost of the Finance costs combination and the carrying amounts of net identifiable assets at the date of combination (except for businesses Interest expenses and similar costs are charged to the statement of income in the period in which they are incurred, acquired that are not under common control, net identifiable assets are measured at the fair value). The Company except to the extent that they are capitalised as being directly attributable to the acquisition, construction or production Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 140 of an asset which necessarily takes a substantial period of time to be prepared for its intended use or sale. The interest 141 5. Related party transactions and balances component of finance lease payments is recognised in the statement of income using the effective interest rate method. Related parties include subsidiary companies and those parties linked to the Group and the Company as shareholders or by common shareholders or directors. Transactions with related parties are conducted at prices based on market Research and development prices or, where no market price exists, at contractually agreed prices. Research and development costs, including costs of developing new beverage products and package design is expensed in the period in which it is incurred. The followings are relationships with related parties that are being controlled by the Company or have transactions with the Group. Other income and expenses are recognised on an accrual basis. Country of (q) Income tax Name of the entity incorporation Nature of relationships Income tax on the profit or loss for the year comprises current tax. Current tax is the expected tax payable on the taxable income for the year, using tax rates enacted at the balance sheet date and applicable to the reporting period, and any 1. Beer Thai (1991) PCL. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding adjustment to tax payable in respect of previous years. 2. Beer Thip Brewery (1991) Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding 3. Sangsom Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding 4. Business restructuring 4. Fuengfuanant Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding The Company was formed in 2003 to combine the separate beverages businesses of the ultimate controlling shareholder 5. Mongkolsamai Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding group, the Siriwadhanabhakdi family, which were held as part of the operations of 89 separate companies, into a single 6. Thanapakdi Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding group of companies. Of these, 65 businesses were transferred between 2003 and 2004, four businesses were transferred 7. Kanchanasingkorn Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding during 2005 and 20 businesses were transferred during 2006. Prior to the restructuring these business were under the 8. Sura Bangyikhan Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding common control of the ultimate controlling shareholder of the Company. 9. Athimart Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding 10. S.S. Karnsura Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding As the same ultimate controlling shareholder controlled the businesses and operations transferred to the Company 11. Kankwan Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding both before and after the recent restructuring, the consolidated financial statements have been prepared on the 12. Theparunothai Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding basis of a business combination involving entities and businesses under common control. Accordingly, the transfer of 13. Red Bull Distillery (1988) Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding businesses and operations has been accounted for in a manner similar to a pooling of interests and the assets, liabilities 14. United Winery and Distillery Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding and contingent liabilities transferred have been accounted for at book values. 15. Simathurakij Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding 16. Nateechai Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding The difference between the cost of the combination and the carrying amounts of net identifiable assets at the date of 17. Luckchai Liquor Trading Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding combination (except for businesses acquired that were not under common control, whereby net identifiable assets 18. Sura Piset Thipparat Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding were measured at their fair value) was recorded as “Difference arising from common control transactions”, which is 19. Thai Alcohol PCL. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding shown as a reduction in shareholders’ equity. 20. Pomthip Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding 21. Pomkit Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding In preparing the consolidated financial statements, those assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses that are clearly 22. Pomkung Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding applicable to the businesses and operations transferred are included in the consolidated financial statements and 23. Pomchok Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding are stated at their carrying values, after adjusting for intercompany transactions and transactions with the ultimate 24. Pomcharoen Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding controlling shareholder. Expenses for which the specific identification method was not practical have been allocated 25. Pomburapa Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding on a percentage of sales basis. Management believes that this is a reasonable basis of estimating what the expenses 26. Num Yuk Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding would have been on a standalone basis. 27. Num Kijjakarn Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 142 143 Country of Name of the entity Country of incorporation Nature of relationships 28. Num Palang Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding 29. Num Muang Co., Ltd. Thailand 30. Num Nakorn Co., Ltd. Name of the entity incorporation Nature of relationships 64. InterBev (Cambodia) Co., Ltd. Cambodia Indirect subsidiary, 100% shareholding Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding 65. InterBev Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. Malaysia Indirect subsidiary, 100% shareholding Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding 66. International Beverage Holdings Limited United States 31. Num Thurakij Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding USA, Inc. (Formerly: InterBev USA Inc.) 32. Thipchalothorn Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding 67. Best Spirits Company Limited 33. Krittayabun Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding 68. International Beverage Holdings (UK) Limited 34. Surathip Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding 35. Sunthronpirom Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding 36. Piromsurang Co., Ltd. Thailand 37. Bionic Humus Co., Ltd. of America Indirect subsidiary, 100% shareholding Hong Kong Indirect subsidiary, 100% shareholding United Kingdom Indirect subsidiary, 100% shareholding 69. United Products Co., Ltd. Thailand Indirect subsidiary, 80.82% shareholding Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding 70. S P M Foods and Beverages Co., Ltd. Thailand Indirect subsidiary, 83.20% shareholding Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding 71. Blairmhor Limited United Kingdom Subsidiary of indirect subsidiary, 38. Maharas Agri Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding 39. Thai Molasses Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 99.72% shareholding 40. Additive Food Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding 41. Pan International (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding 42. Charun Business 52 Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding 43. Thai Cooperage Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding 44. Bang-Na Logistic Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding 45. Thai Beverage Logistics Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding 46. Thai Beverage Marketing Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding 47. Dhanasindhi Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding 48. Dhospaak Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding 49. International Beverage Holdings Ltd. Hong Kong Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding 50. Cosmos Brewery (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding 51. T.C.C. Cosmo Corporation Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding 52. Beer Chang Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding 53. Archa Beer Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding 54. Sura Piset Phatra Lanna Co., Ltd. Thailand Direct subsidiary, 100% shareholding 55. Thai Thum Distillery Co., Ltd. Thailand Indirect subsidiary, 99.90% shareholding 56. Sura Piset Sahasan Co., Ltd. Thailand Indirect subsidiary, 100% shareholding 57. Sura Piset Sampan Co., Ltd. Thailand Indirect subsidiary, 100% shareholding 58. Muangkij Co., Ltd. Thailand Indirect subsidiary, 100% shareholding 59. Sint Ek Panich Co., Ltd. Thailand Indirect subsidiary, 100% shareholding 60. Pan Alcohol Co., Ltd. Thailand Indirect subsidiary, 100% shareholding 61. Banglen Agriculture Co., Ltd. Thailand Indirect subsidiary, 100% shareholding 62. Vitayathan Co., Ltd. Thailand Indirect subsidiary, 100% shareholding 63. InterBev (Singapore) Limited Singapore Indirect subsidiary, 100% shareholding (Formerly: Pacific Spirits (UK) Limited) 100% shareholding 72. Inver House Distillers Limited United Kingdom Subsidiary of indirect subsidiary, 100% shareholding 73. Blairmhor Distillers Limited United Kingdom Subsidiary of indirect subsidiary, 100% shareholding 74. Wee Beastie Limited United Kingdom Subsidiary of indirect subsidiary, 100% shareholding 75. Speyburn-Glenlivet Distillery Company Limited United Kingdom Subsidiary of indirect subsidiary, 100% shareholding 76. The Knockdhu Distillery Company Limited United Kingdom Subsidiary of indirect subsidiary, 100% shareholding 77. The Pulteney Distillery Company Limited United Kingdom Subsidiary of indirect subsidiary, 100% shareholding 78. The Balblair Distillery Company Limited United Kingdom Subsidiary of indirect subsidiary, 100% shareholding 79. R. Carmichael & Sons Limited United Kingdom Subsidiary of indirect subsidiary, 100% shareholding 80. J MacArthur Junior & Company Limited United Kingdom Subsidiary of indirect subsidiary, 100% shareholding 81. Mason & Summers Limited United Kingdom Subsidiary of indirect subsidiary, 100% shareholding 82. Hankey Bannister Limited United Kingdom Subsidiary of indirect subsidiary, 100% shareholding 83. James Catto & Company Limited United Kingdom Subsidiary of indirect subsidiary, 100% shareholding 84. Glen Calder Blenders Limited United Kingdom Subsidiary of indirect subsidiary, 100% shareholding Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 144 145 Country of Name of the entity 85. Moffat & Towers Limited Country of incorporation Nature of relationships United Kingdom Subsidiary of indirect subsidiary, Name of the entity 102. T.C.C. Technology Co., Ltd. incorporation Nature of relationships Thailand Directors and controlling shareholders hold substantial shares indirectly 100% shareholding 86. Liquorland Limited United Kingdom Associates of indirect subsidiary, 103. T.C.C. Capital Land Limited Thailand substantial shares indirectly 49.90% shareholding 87. Inver House Polska Limited Poland Associates of indirect subsidiary, 104. Great Oriole Limited 40.00% shareholding 88. Inver House Distribution SA France Associates of indirect subsidiary, 105. Madrigal Trading Limited 50.00% shareholding 89. Pisetkij Co., Ltd. Thailand Thailand Thailand 93. New Noble Property and Loan Fund Thailand Thailand Have common controlling shareholders British Virgin Directors and shareholders are the directors Islands of subsidiary 106. Thai Glass Industries PCL. Thailand Directors and controlling shareholders hold substantial shares indirectly 107. Bang-Na Glass Co., Ltd. Thailand 108. Plaza Athenee Hotel (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Thailand are the directors and hold substantial shares substantial shares indirectly indirectly Directors and controlling shareholders investment fund Thailand Directors and controlling shareholders Directors and controlling shareholders hold 109. TCC Hotel Collection Co., Ltd. Thailand Directors and controlling shareholders hold substantial shares indirectly are the principal unit holder of this real estate 94. The Maewang Sugar Industry Co., Ltd. Directors and controlling shareholders hold substantial shares indirectly Directors and controlling shareholders are relatives of controlling person 92. The Southeast Insurance (2000) Co., Ltd. Islands Directors and controlling shareholders hold substantial shares indirectly 91. PS Recycle Co., Ltd. British Virgin Directors and controlling shareholders hold substantial shares indirectly 90. Oishi Trading Co., Ltd. Directors and controlling shareholders hold 110. Siam Realty Co., Ltd. Thailand Directors and controlling shareholders hold substantial shares indirectly Directors and controlling shareholders hold substantial shares indirectly 95. The Chonburi Sugar Corp. Ltd. Thailand Directors and controlling shareholders hold substantial shares indirectly 96. The Utaradit Sugar Industry Co., Ltd. Thailand Directors and controlling shareholders hold Transactions Pricing policies substantial shares indirectly Sale of finished goods Agreed prices which approximate market prices Directors and controlling shareholders Rendering of services Contractual prices are the principal unit holder of this real estate Purchase of raw materials Agreed prices which approximate market prices investment fund Receiving of services Contractual prices Directors and controlling shareholders hold Purchase and sale of property, plant and equipment Contractual prices substantial shares indirectly Purchase and sale of investments Contractual prices Directors and controlling shareholders hold Interest income and expense Rate as mutually agreed by shareholders with reference substantial shares indirectly 97. The Suphanburi Sugar Industry Co., Ltd. 98. Dynamic Assets Property and Loan Fund 99. Berli Jucker PCL. 100. Thai Beverage Can Co., Ltd. Thailand Thailand Thailand Thailand Directors and controlling shareholders hold 50% shares 101. South East Capital Co., Ltd. Thailand The pricing policies for particular types of transactions are explained further below: Directors and controlling shareholders hold substantial shares indirectly interest rates quoted by domestic commercial banks Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 146 Significant transactions for the years ended 31 December 2007 and 2006 with related parties were summarised 147 Balances as at 31 December 2007 and 2006 with related parties were as follows: as follows: Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements 2007 2006 2007 Trade accounts receivable from related parties 2006 (in million Baht) Subsidiaries Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements 2007 2006 2007 2006 Management fees - - 2,577 3,432 Dividends - - 18,985 8,055 Purchases of investments - - 9,180 510 Oishi Trading Co., Ltd. 4 2 - - Interest income - - 773 844 Pisetkij Co., Ltd. 3 4 - - Interest expense - - 732 885 PS Recycle Co., Ltd. 3 7 - - Other income - - 9 5 Others 4 8 - - Other expenses - - 67 28 14 21 - - 144 146 - - 14 33 - - 4,826 4,800 - - Overhead costs 225 177 - - Sales of property, plant and equipment 819 1 819 - 32 4 - - Other income 104 18 64 - Other expenses 296 274 73 37 29 24 - - - 1,505 - - 66 109 - - 264 265 262 255 Other related parties Revenue from sales Service income Purchases of raw materials and packaging Purchases of property, plant and equipment Share of profits from investments accounted for using the equity method Consideration paid for common control transactions Interest expense Directors’ remuneration (in million Baht) Other related companies Total - Sura Piset Thipparat Co., Ltd. Thai Alcohol PCL. Pomthip Co., Ltd. Pomkit Co., Ltd. Pomkung Co., Ltd. Pomchok Co., Ltd. Pomcharoen Co., Ltd. Pomburapa Co., Ltd. Num Yuk Co., Ltd. Num Kijjakarn Co., Ltd. - Bionic Humus Co., Ltd. Maharas Agri Co., Ltd. - T.C.C. Cosmo Corp., Ltd. Sura Piset Phatra Lanna Co., Ltd. Total subsidiaries - The Utaradit Sugar Industry Co., Ltd. The Suphanburi Sugar Industry Co., Ltd. Others Total related companies Total - The Chonburi Sugar Corp. Ltd. - New Noble Property And Loan Fund The Maewang Sugar Industry Co., Ltd. - Pisetkij Co., Ltd. Related companies - International Beverage Holdings Ltd. (Formerly: Sahatipkarnkonsong Co., Ltd. - - Piromsurang Co., Ltd Thai Beverage Logistics Co., Ltd. - Sunthronpirom Co., Ltd. - Thipchalothorn Co., Ltd. - - Num Thurakij Co., Ltd. - - Num Nakorn Co., Ltd. Surathip Co., Ltd. - Num Muang Co., Ltd. Krittayabun Co., Ltd. - loans to Num Palang Co., Ltd. Subsidiaries (continued) amounts due from related parties Short-term - Short-term loans to and - - Kankwan Co., Ltd. Luckchai Liquor Trading Co., Ltd. - S.S. Karnsura Co., Ltd. Nateechai Co., Ltd. - Athimart Co., Ltd. - - Sura Bangyikhan Co., Ltd. Simathurakij Co., Ltd. - Kanchanasingkorn Co., Ltd. - - Thanapakdi Co., Ltd. United Winery and Distillery Co., Ltd. - Mongkolsamai Co., Ltd. - - Fuengfuanant Co., Ltd. - - Sangsom Co., Ltd. Red Bull Distillery (1988) Co., Ltd. - Beer Thip Brewery (1991) Co., Ltd. Theparunothai Co., Ltd. - loans to Short-term Beer Thai (1991) PCL. Subsidiaries amounts due from related parties Short-term loans to and 2007 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Total - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - loans to Short-term 4 4 2 - - - - - 2 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - due from 4 4 2 - - - - - 2 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Total 51 51 - 8 - 12 7 8 6 3 7 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - due from Amounts 2006 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - due from - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - loans to Short-term 2006 Amounts Consolidated financial statements Amounts 2007 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - due from Amounts Consolidated financial statements loans to 51 51 8 12 7 8 6 3 7 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2007 3,548 - - - - - 368 - - - - - - - - - 368 2 - 1 - - - 1 3 17 42 38 7 5 9 8 due from Amounts 2007 21 12 7 5 9 7 16 9 7 3 7 3 5 1 9 3 4 3 3 8 3 1 1 2 6 26 54 due from Amounts - 3,548 - 3 12 67 - - - - - - 120 - - - - loans to Short-term - 85 - - - - - - 124 - 431 219 519 - - - - - - - 182 - - - - - 1,786 (in million Baht) Total - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - (in million Baht) Total Short-term - - - - - - - - 244 760 197 477 70 - 2,477 - 314 - - 1,494 348 - - - - - 1,539 loans to 3,916 - - - - - - - - 3,916 2 3 13 67 - - 1 3 17 42 158 7 5 9 8 Total 9,367 - - - - - - - - 9,367 - - 1,276 50 13 23 - - - - 85 - - - - loans to Short-term Separate financial statements 21 97 7 5 9 7 16 9 131 3 438 222 524 1 9 3 4 3 3 8 185 1 1 2 6 26 1,840 Total Short-term Separate financial statements 2006 1,668 - - - - - - - - 1,668 - - 8 - - - 14 61 72 190 203 30 25 47 39 due from Amounts 2006 89 67 35 21 48 40 107 37 14 2 11 12 9 7 32 10 14 12 13 45 6 4 3 12 47 146 136 due from Amounts 11,035 - - - - - - - - 11,035 - - 1,284 50 13 23 14 61 72 190 288 30 25 47 39 Total 89 67 35 21 48 40 107 37 258 762 208 489 79 7 2,509 10 328 12 13 1,539 354 4 3 12 47 146 1,675 Total Total Dynamic Assets Property and Loan Fund Related companies Total subsidiaries Sura Piset Phatra Lanna Co., Ltd. International Beverage Holdings Ltd. Num Yuk Co., Ltd. Thai Alcohol PCL. Sura Piset Thipparat Co., Ltd. Luckchai Liquor Trading Co., Ltd. Nateechai Co., Ltd. Simathurakij Co., Ltd. Red Bull Distillery (1988) Co., Ltd. Kankwan Co., Ltd. Sura Bangyikhan Co., Ltd. Kanchanasingkorn Co., Ltd. Thanapakdi Co., Ltd. Beer Thai (1991) PCL. Subsidiaries amounts due from related parties Long-term loans to and - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - loans to Long-term 2007 1 1 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - due from Amounts 1 1 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Total - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - loans to Long-term 2006 14 14 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - due from Amounts Consolidated financial statements 14 14 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 9,411 - 9,411 340 196 155 1,145 600 859 61 96 565 106 785 286 7 4,210 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - due from loans to (in million Baht) Total 2007 Amounts Long-term 9,411 - 9,411 340 196 155 1,145 600 859 61 96 565 106 785 286 7 4,210 Total 5,501 - 5,501 - 208 - 436 - 963 217 600 485 16 425 64 - 2,087 loans to Long-term Separate financial statements 2006 - - - - 5,501 - - 5,501 - 208 - - 963 - - 217 - 436 600 - 485 - 16 - 425 - 64 2,087 - - Total due from Amounts Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 151 Summary of loans to related parties Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements 2007 2007 2006 2006 Total short-term loans to related parties At 1 January 9,367 8,430 Increase 1,070 3,396 Decrease (6,889) (2,459) At 31 December 3,548 9,367 At 1 January 41 - Decrease (41) - At 31 December - At 1 January 41 9,367 8,430 Increase 1,070 3,396 Decrease (6,889) (2,459) At 31 December 3,548 9,367 (41) - 2007 2006 (in million Baht) Short-term loans 3,548 9,367 Long-term loans 9,411 5,501 Total loans to related parties 12,959 14,868 Movements during the years ended 31 December 2007 and 2006 of loans to related parties were as follows: Loans to related parties Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements 2007 2006 (in million Baht) Short-term loans Subsidiaries Other related parties - Num Thurakij Co., Ltd. Krittayabun Co., Ltd. Surathip Co., Ltd. Sunthronpirom Co., Ltd. Piromsurang Co., Ltd. - Num Nakorn Co., Ltd. - - 819 Num Muang Co., Ltd. 680 - - Num Palang Co., Ltd. - - 5 Num Kijjakarn Co., Ltd. 14 - Others Num Yuk Co., Ltd. - - - Pomburapa Co., Ltd. 60 - 10 Pomcharoen Co., Ltd. Pisetkij Co., Ltd. - - - - Pomchok Co., Ltd. 74 Pomkung Co., Ltd. 46 - PS Recycle Co., Ltd. Pomkit Co., Ltd. - - - Pomthip Co., Ltd. 126 - 139 United Winery and Distillery Co., Ltd. Thai Beverage Can Ltd. - - Theparunothai Co., Ltd. - - 554 S.S. Karnsura Co., Ltd. 471 - Berli Jucker PCL. Athimart Co., Ltd. Other related companies - (in million Baht) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2006 Thanapakdi Co., Ltd. 2007 Mongkolsamai Co., Ltd. financial statements - financial statements - Separate - Consolidated - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 64 81 10 189 65 100 - - 406 - - - 25 29 80 39 193 - 50 45 - - - - 129 (in million Baht) loans from Short-term 5,501 - 9,411 Fuengfuanant Co., Ltd. - - - (773) - At 31 December (776) - - - - - Decrease Sangsom Co., Ltd. 964 - 4,686 - - - - - Increase - 5,310 Beer Thip Brewery (1991) Co., Ltd. 5,501 Subsidiaries Trade accounts payable - related parties Total - due to - Amounts At 1 January loans from Subsidiaries Short-term 1 1 5 9 - - - - 2 - 1 1 2 2 4 2 2 1 - - - - - - 12 due to Amounts Long-term loans Total 65 82 15 198 65 100 - - 408 - 1 1 27 31 84 41 195 1 50 45 - - - - 141 Total 674 1,012 594 474 175 126 170 95 1,249 120 333 123 323 311 1,395 305 50 286 396 193 130 92 200 1,052 964 loans from Short-term 4 6 3 3 1 - 1 - 5 - 2 1 2 1 7 2 2 1 2 1 - - 1 5 18 due to Amounts 2006 678 1,018 597 477 176 126 171 95 1,254 120 335 124 325 312 1,402 307 52 287 398 194 130 92 201 1,057 982 Total 152 due to (in million Baht) Amounts 2006 loans from 2006 2007 Short-term 2007 2006 amounts due to related parties 2007 Short-term loans from and financial statements 2007 financial statements 2006 Separate 2007 Total Consolidated Separate financial statements Loans to related parties Consolidated financial statements Annual Report 2007 Total Total related companies Others Great Oriole Limited Plaza Athenee Hotel (Thailand) Co., Ltd. (Formerly: Queen’s Park Hotel Group Co., Ltd. TCC Hotel Collection Co., Ltd. T.C.C. Technology Co., Ltd. South East Capital Co., Ltd. The Southeast Insurance (2000) Co., Ltd. Related companies Total subsidiaries Archa Beer Co., Ltd. Beer Chang Co., Ltd. Cosmos Brewery (Thailand) Co., Ltd. International Beverage Holdings Ltd. Dhospaak Co., Ltd. Thai Beverage Marketing Co., Ltd. Bang-Na Logistic Co., Ltd. Thai Cooperage Co., Ltd. Pan International (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Additive Food Co., Ltd. Thai Molasses Co., Ltd. Bionic Humus Co., Ltd. Subsidiaries (continued) amounts due to related parties Short-term loans from and - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - loans from Short-term 2007 69 69 5 - 10 10 11 14 19 - - - - - - - - - - - - - due to Amounts 69 69 5 - 10 10 11 14 19 - - - - - - - - - - - 4,615 4,615 - 4,615 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - loans from Total Short-term 2006 222 222 7 129 11 7 10 17 41 - - - - - - - - - - - - - due to Amounts Consolidated financial statements loans from 4,837 4,837 7 4,744 11 7 10 17 41 - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2,040 - - - - - - - - 2,040 35 - 177 - - 150 30 - - - 22 121 (in million Baht) Total Short-term 2007 75 10 - - - 1 7 2 - 65 - 1 3 1 14 1 - - - - - - due to Amounts 2,115 10 - - - 1 7 2 - 2,105 35 1 180 1 14 151 30 - - - 22 121 Total 12,984 - - - - - - - - 12,984 20 100 1,690 - 30 - - 161 55 25 61 - loans from Short-term Separate financial statements 2006 101 7 - - - - 5 2 13,085 7 - - - - 5 2 - - 20 - 13,078 101 1 94 1,701 - 43 11 - 13 - - - 162 55 25 1 - - 61 - - Total due to Amounts Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 155 The currency denomination of short-term loans from and amounts due to related parties as at 31 December was as follows: currencies of foreign subsidiaries United States Dollars (USD) Total Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements 2007 69 2007 2006 (in million Baht) Thai Baht (THB) and other functional 4,621 2006 2007 2006 2,115 13,085 216 - 69 4,837 2,115 13,085 Long-term loans from related parties Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements 2007 2006 (in million Baht) Subsidiaries Beer Thip Brewery (1991) Co., Ltd. 2,910 2,525 Fuengfuanant Co., Ltd. 90 - Mongkolsamai Co., Ltd. 104 - Theparunothai Co., Ltd. 133 - United Winery and Distillery Co., Ltd. 210 344 Pomthip Co., Ltd. 329 140 Pomkit Co., Ltd. 682 208 Pomkung Co., Ltd. 309 - Pomchok Co., Ltd. 426 250 Pomcharoen Co., Ltd. 115 - Pomburapa Co., Ltd. 284 163 Krittayabun Co., Ltd. 101 - Sunthronpirom Co., Ltd. 178 189 Piromsurang Co., Ltd. 78 99 Thai Molasses Co., Ltd. 22 Pan International (Thailand) Co., Ltd. 10 - Thai Cooperage Co., Ltd. 71 15 Charun Business 52 Co., Ltd. 10 - Thai Beverage Marketing Co., Ltd. 50 - Dhospaak Co., Ltd. 10 10 Cosmos Brewery (Thailand) Co., Ltd. 320 407 Beer Chang Co., Ltd. 107 - Archa Beer Co., Ltd. 13 - Total 6,540 4,372 Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 156 157 Summary of loans from related parties Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements 2007 2006 2007 Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements 2007 2006 2007 2006 (in million Baht) 2006 Long-term loans (in million Baht) Short-term loans - 4,615 2,040 12,984 Subsidiaries Long-term loans - - 6,540 4,372 At 1 January - - 4,372 2,733 Total loans from related parties - 4,615 8,580 17,356 Increase - - 2,443 1,704 Decrease - - At 31 December - - Movements during the years ended 31 December 2007 and 2006 of loans from related parties were as follows: (275) 6,540 (65) 4,372 Significant agreements with related parties Loans from related parties Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements 2007 2006 2007 Supporting service agreement 2006 The Company entered into the supporting service agreement with subsidiaries for the supporting service such as human resource, administration, accounting, finance, public relations, public co-ordination, technology, law, secretary (in million Baht) and share register and internal audit for the period of one year from 1 January 2004 to 31 December 2004. Unless there Short-term loans are notifications to terminate the agreement within 30 days before the expiry date, this agreement continues to be in Subsidiaries effect for the successive one year term. The subsidiaries are committed to pay a service fee at the rate of 0.5% of their At 1 January - - 12,984 12,808 Increase - - 459 3,638 Decrease - - (11,403) (3,462) At 31 December - - 2,040 12,984 principal revenue. Up to date, supporting service fee rate was adjusted to 1% of the principal revenue. Service fee rate was adjusted for development of new goods, experiment and quality test, analysis, research and marketing survey for new products and procurement of information. Other related parties At 1 January Increase Decrease At 31 December 4,615 4,015 - - - 630 - - (30) - - party, for the providing ongoing support and maintenance of the systems and infrastructure and is committed to pay - - system, hardware and software rental fee and service fee on monthly basis throughout the contract period for (4,615) - 4,615 Application service provisioning agreement The Company entered into the application service provisioning agreement with T.C.C. Technology Co., Ltd., a related five years. Total short-term loans from related parties At 1 January Increase Decrease At 31 December 4,615 4,015 12,984 12,808 - 630 459 3,638 The Group entered into the procurement agreement with Pan International (Thailand) Company Limited, the Company’s (11,403) (3,462) subsidiary, for necessary purchase and procurement services to the Group. The Group is committed to pay procurement 2,040 12,984 fee at 1% of the value of goods and services purchased under such agreement. (4,615) - (30) 4,615 Procurement agreement Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 158 Molasses purchase agreement 159 The currency denomination of cash and cash equivalents as at 31 December was as follows: Thai Molasses Co., Ltd., the Company’s subsidiary, entered into the molasses purchase agreement with various related companies in order to sell to other subsidiary companies within the Group. The term and condition as specified in the Consolidated Separate agreements is that the sellers would sales molasses to the buyers in specified quantity, price, quality, delivery and financial statements financial statements 2007 received, payments, responsibility, weight, sample analysis on molasses, and quality control, etc. These were mutually 2006 2007 2006 (in million Baht) agreed by the parties. Thai Baht (THB) and other functional currencies of foreign subsidiaries Glass bottle purchase and sale agreement Bang-Na Logistic Co., Ltd., the Company’s subsidiary, entered into the glass bottle purchase and sale agreement with Berli Jucker Public Company Limited, a related party, to purchase various types of new glass bottles in order to sell to other subsidiaries within the Group for a period of two years and eight months, effective date from 1 May 2007 to 31 December 2009 under the price and condition stated in the contract. United States Dollars (USD) Euro (EUR) Total 2,015 1,899 9 16 174 15 - - - 6 - - 2,189 1,920 9 16 7. Other investments License agreement - Three subsidiaries entered into license agreements with Beer Chang Co., Ltd. and Archa Beer Co., Ltd., related companies, in order to receive the rights and obligations in drinking water, soda water, beer, draft beer and lager beer Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements 2007 under the trade names of “CHANG” and “ARCHA”. Subsidiaries are committed to pay fee at a rate of 2% based on net sale at price distributing at the factory (excluding VAT) after deducting the excise tax and health promotion fund. 2006 2007 2006 (in million Baht) Current investments Short-term deposits at financial institutions 8 4 - - 8 8 - - (4) (4) - - 4 4 - - 12 8 - - - Sura Bangyikhan Co., Ltd., the Company’s subsidiary, entered into license agreements with 12 subsidiaries to provide the rights to use trademark for white liquor and Chiang - Chun blended liquor as stipulated in the agreement. Other long-term investments The trademark fee the rate ranging from Baht 0.50 - 1.50 per bottle based on contents of each type of bottles. Other non-marketable equity securities Less allowance for decline in value of investments Net 6. Cash and cash equivalents Total Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements 2007 2006 8. Trade accounts receivable 2007 2006 (in million Baht) 33 33 - - Cash at banks - current accounts 1,203 1,186 1 1 Cash at banks - savings accounts 786 412 8 15 Highly liquid short-term investments 167 289 - - 2,189 1,920 9 16 Cash on hand Total Note Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements 2007 2006 2007 2006 (in million Baht) Related parties Other parties Less allowance for doubtful accounts Total Bad and doubtful debts expenses for the year 5 14 21 - - 1,608 1,321 - - 1,622 1,342 - - - - (155) (24) 1,467 1,318 - - 20 35 - - Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 160 161 9. Inventories Aging analyses for trade accounts receivable were as follows: Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements 2007 2006 2007 2006 Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements 2007 (in million Baht) 18 - - 4 3 - - 14 21 - - Other parties Within credit terms 979 940 14,659 - - Work in progress 3,769 3,423 - - Raw materials 1,938 1,390 - - 593 582 - - 8,310 8,161 - - Spare parts 455 489 - - - - Others 290 251 - - 28,842 28,955 - - - - - - Packaging materials Maturing spirits Overdue: Less than 3 months 2006 13,487 Finished goods 10 Overdue: Less than 3 months 2007 (in million Baht) Related parties Within credit terms 2006 Less allowance for obsolete inventories (785) (640) 353 340 - - 3-6 months 64 17 - - 6-12 months 72 19 - - 140 5 - - The cost of inventories which is recognized as an expense and included in ‘cost of sale of goods’ for 2007 amounted 1,608 1,321 - - to Baht 69,685 million (2006: Baht 67,560 million). - - Over 12 months Less allowance for doubtful accounts (155) (24) Net 1,453 1,297 - - Total 1,467 1,318 - - Net 28,057 10. Other current assets The normal credit term granted by the Group ranges from 7 days to 180 days. Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements 2007 The currency denomination of trade accounts receivable as at 31 December was as follows: Separate financial statements financial statements 2006 2007 2006 (in million Baht) Thai Baht (THB) and other functional currencies of foreign subsidiaries 1,259 - - 90 24 - - Australian Dollar (AUD) 1 - - - Euro (EUR) - 30 - - Others - 5 - - 1,467 1,318 - - Total 2007 2006 Prepaid excise tax 583 688 - - Refundable VAT 207 381 3 9 Prepaid property tax 154 152 - - Refundable excise tax 135 102 - - Prepaid expenses 103 56 4 1 92 374 - - 148 179 1 7 1,422 1,932 8 17 - - 8 17 Deposits 1,376 United States Dollars (USD) 2006 (in million Baht) Consolidated 2007 28,315 Others Less allowance for doubtful accounts Net (18) 1,404 (18) 1,914 currencies of foreign subsidiaries United States Dollars (USD) Total At 1 January Share of profits of investments - equity method Acquisitions Disposals Recovery of investments Translation differences on consolidation At 31 December Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements 2007 2007 (33) 124 2006 2006 135 129 63,595 63,085 29 24 - 9,180 510 - (18) 2007 2006 (in million Baht) Thai Baht (THB) and other functional 1,403 1,913 8 17 1 1 - 1,404 1,914 8 17 11. Investments in subsidiaries and associates Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements 2007 2006 (in million Baht) - (7) - 135 71,470 63,595 (1,305) - 44.00 50.02 Inver House Polska Limited Inver House Distribution SA 79 2 8 69 2006 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 Beer Thip Brewery (1991) Co., Ltd. Sangsom Co., Ltd. Fuengfuanant Co., Ltd. Mongkolsamai Co., Ltd. Thanapakdi Co., Ltd. Kanchanasingkorn Co., Ltd. Sura Bangyikhan Co., Ltd. Athimart Co., Ltd. S.S. Karnsura Co., Ltd. 2007 (%) 100.00 100.00 2007 56 1 4 51 124 - - 124 (in million Baht) 2006 800 900 4,000 700 700 700 900 7,500 6,600 5,550 2007 800 900 4,000 700 700 700 900 7,500 6,600 5,550 2006 Paid-up capital 2006 800 900 4,000 700 700 700 900 7,500 12,500 12,500 800 900 4,000 700 700 700 900 7,500 12,500 12,500 (in million Baht) 2007 Cost method 135 - - 135 2006 Equity method Separate financial statements (Restated) 23 1 4 18 2007 Cost method 17 398 273 628 85 57 - 307 750 2,277 2,259 2007 - - 17 2006 129 109 60 32 25 25 104 840 1,089 821 2006 Dividend income - - - - 2007 Dividend income 162 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 2006 Ownership interest 79 2 8 69 100.00 50.02 44.00 49.49 2007 Beer Thai (1991) PCL. Direct subsidiaries Total 49.49 Liquorland Limited Held by subsidiaries of indirect subsidiaries Associates (%) 2006 Paid-up capital The currency denomination of other current assets as at 31 December was as follows: 2007 Ownership interest Consolidated financial statements Investments in subsidiaries and associates as at 31 December 2007 and 2006, and dividend income from those investments for the years then ended were as follows: Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 163 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 Red Bull Distillery (1988) Co., Ltd. United Winery and Distillery Co., Ltd. Simathurakij Co., Ltd. Nateechai Co., Ltd. Luckchai Liquor Trading Co., Ltd. Sura Piset Thipparat Co., Ltd. Thai Alcohol PCL. Pomthip Co., Ltd. Pomkit Co., Ltd. Pomkung Co., Ltd. Pomchok Co., Ltd. Pomcharoen Co., Ltd. Pomburapa Co., Ltd. Num Yuk Co., Ltd. Num Kijjakarn Co., Ltd. Num Palang Co., Ltd. Num Muang Co., Ltd. Num Nakorn Co., Ltd. Num Thurakij Co., Ltd. Thipchalothorn Co., Ltd. Krittayabun Co., Ltd. Surathip Co., Ltd. 100.00 100.00 99.72 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 Bionic Humus Co., Ltd. Maharas Agri Co., Ltd. Thai Molasses Co., Ltd. Additive Food Co., Ltd. Pan International (Thailand) Co., Ltd. Charun Business 52 Co., Ltd. Thai Cooperage Co., Ltd. Bang-Na Logistic Co., Ltd. 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 Dhanasindhi Co., Ltd. Dhospaak Co., Ltd. International Beverage Holdings Ltd. Cosmos Brewery (Thailand) Co., Ltd. T.C.C. Cosmo Corp., Ltd. Beer Chang Co., Ltd. Archa beer Co., Ltd. Sura Piset Phatra Lanna Co., Ltd. Total 100.00 Thai Beverage Marketing Co., Ltd. (Formerly: Sahatipkarnkonsong Co., Ltd.) 100.00 100.00 Piromsurang Co., Ltd. Thai Beverage Logistics Co., Ltd. 100.00 2007 Sunthronpirom Co., Ltd. Direct subsidiaries (continued) 100.00 Theparunothai Co., Ltd. (%) 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 2006 (%) 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 99.72 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 2006 Ownership interest 100.00 Kankwan Co., Ltd. Direct subsidiaries (continued) 2007 Ownership interest 1 5 1 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 800 500 800 800 900 1,800 3,000 700 800 2006 50,917 600 1 1 5 1,667 6,760 25 20 300 12 123 300 122 1 1 40 2 350 5 5 2007 41,752 - 1 1 5 1,667 535 25 20 300 12 123 300 122 1 1 40 2 10 5 5 2006 Paid-up capital 2006 7 27 3 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 1,374 510 766 800 889 1,800 5,000 700 800 2006 71,470 615 130 4,301 39 4,212 6,760 61 24 300 12 134 296 84 34 32 35 2 354 24 25 63,595 - 130 4,301 39 5,150 535 61 24 300 12 134 300 84 54 38 35 2 14 24 25 (in million Baht) 2007 Cost method 7 27 3 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 1,666 510 800 800 900 1,800 3,000 700 800 (in million Baht) 2007 Cost method Separate financial statements (Restated) 1 5 1 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 800 500 800 800 900 1,800 5,000 700 800 2007 Paid-up capital Separate financial statements (Restated) 413 234 233 196 119 267 170 604 247 93 18,985 - 72 277 5 672 - 20 27 100 118 75 28 - 60 42 165 - - 711 1,075 2007 - 155 74 116 100 120 - 24 38 23 67 - 95 122 2006 8,055 - 1 96 - 257 - - 8 7 23 30 8 - 19 12 63 - - 350 437 2006 Dividend income 649 359 573 413 238 528 387 1,424 858 382 26 534 275 570 292 66 - 35 157 138 70 - 190 340 2007 Dividend income Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 164 165 - Disposals - Transfers Disposals - Transfers Disposals - on consolidation At 31 December 2007 Total - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - revaluation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 558 - - - 81 477 - (1) 224 53 201 - - - - 6,425 26,440 (28) (63) (8) (19) (16) 3,666 22,881 - (48) 86 3,171 19,672 5.97 9 5.82 121 (in million Baht) equipment 6 792 5,654 (2) (4) (261) 733 5,188 5.97 4 5.82 33 improvement improvements 1,501 (8) - - 134 1,375 - - - 134 1,241 - - - - Oak barrels 432 - (8) 11 83 346 - (9) (34) 76 313 - - - - equipment and office fixtures and Machinery and 659 - (9) 12 - - - 60 596 Building Total 2,788 (17) (5) - - - - 26 2,784 - (11) (35) - 80 562 equipment land Land 43,569 (46) (85) 2,191 - - - 199 41,310 - - - - 31 2,753 Consolidated financial statements 17,118 (62) (12) 719 - - - 85 16,388 - (92) 5,439 - 1,073 34,890 Oak barrels surplus on 1,299 (1) - 145 - - - 1 1,154 (4) (7) 796 - 201 15,402 (in million Baht) equipment Furniture 12,534 (1) (545) (2) (59) (2,794) 731 357 14,847 - (2) 434 - 2 720 improvement improvements Land 4,389 - (135) - - (2,794) 731 - 6,587 - (1) (1) - - 3 424 14,421 - 3 - 6,585 revaluation and office fixtures and and land Land Furniture Machinery Building Land surplus on Consolidated financial statements 2,515 - (21) (1) 167 2,370 - (22) (15) 314 2,093 - - - - Vehicles 2,695 - (26) (1) - - - 23 2,699 - (25) (21) - 29 2,716 Vehicles - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - in progress Construction 425 - (210) (3,064) - - - 946 2,753 - (1) (6,613) - 2,199 7,168 in progress Construction 37,871 (55) (100) - 4,923 33,103 (2) (84) - 4,481 28,708 5.97 13 5.82 154 Total 81,087 (127) (892) - (59) (2,794) 731 1,697 82,531 (4) (139) - 3 4,039 78,632 Total 166 Translation differences - Depreciation charge for the year 1 January 2007 At 31 December 2006 and on consolidation - - Translation differences Depreciation charge for the year - - - - Cost 8,145 At 1 January 2006 Accumulated depreciation during 2007 (% per annum) Rate of interest capitalised during 2007 (note 24) Finance costs capitalised during 2006 (% per annum) Rate of interest capitalised during 2006 (note 24) Finance costs capitalised Finance costs capitalised At 31 December 2007 on consolidation (1) (410) Disposals Translation differences (2) Transfers (59) - Reversal of revaluation Loss on revaluation - 357 8,260 Surplus on revaluation Additions 1 January 2007 At 31 December 2006 and on consolidation - - Transfers Translation differences - 424 7,836 Surplus on revaluation Additions At 1 January 2006 Cost/revaluation Cost 12. Property, plant and equipment Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 167 8,145 - 8,145 8,260 - 8,260 land 4,389 - 4,389 6,587 - 6,587 revaluation 12,534 - 12,534 14,847 - 14,847 Total and 741 - 741 677 - 677 10,693 - 10,693 10,734 - 10,734 improvement improvements Land Building 17,129 - 17,129 18,429 - 18,429 (in million Baht) equipment and Machinery 1,287 - 1,287 1,409 - 1,409 Oak barrels 227 - 227 250 - 250 equipment and office fixtures Furniture 180 9 171 329 11 318 Vehicles Total 49,417 11 49,428 43,207 9 43,216 in progress 2,753 2,753 425 425 Construction The carrying amount of idle land which is held for planned future business operations as at 31 December 2007 amounted to Baht 1,721 million (2006: Baht 1,516 million). 31 December 2007 amounted to Baht 31,238 million (2006: Baht 34,530 million). The net book value of property, plant and equipment of certain subsidiary companies used as security under the Negative Pledge agreement as disclosed in Note 15 as at The gross carrying amount of fully depreciated plant and equipment that was still in use as at 31 December 2007 amounted to Baht 4,264 million (2006: Baht 3,026 million). Total at 31 December 2007 Assets under finance leases Owned assets Total at 31 December 2006 Assets under finance leases Owned assets Net book value Cost Land surplus on Consolidated financial statements Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 168 169 Separated financial statements Cost At 1 January 2006 1 January 2007 Additions Disposals At 31 December 2006 and 411 134 545 68 24 121 758 Additions 27 100 127 Disposals (11) (11) 411 134 545 95 24 210 874 5 1 6 (1) At 31 December 2007 1 January 2007 (411) surplus on Land Furniture, fixtures land and office revaluation Total (134) 2007 equipment (545) Vehicles Construction in progress Total (in million Baht) Cost/revaluation 2006 (210) (756) Accumulated depreciation At 31 December 2006 and Net book value 100 23 1 124 At 1 January 2006 5 2 7 Depreciation charge for the year 17 4 21 22 6 28 Depreciation charge for the year 19 5 24 At 31 December 2007 41 11 52 At 31 December 2006 411 134 545 73 18 210 846 At 31 December 2007 59 12 1 72 Depreciation of plant and equipment for the years ended 31 December was as follows: Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements 2007 2006 (in million Baht) Included in cost of production 3,086 2,880 - Included in selling and administrative expenses 1,837 1,601 24 21 Total 4,923 4,481 24 21 Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 170 171 13. Intangible assets Separate financial statements Computer software Consolidated financial statements Computer Goodwill software (in million Baht) Broadcasting Trademark rights Leasehold Total (in million Baht) Cost At 1 January 2006 Additions 426 16 307 162 1 912 - 9 3 - 1 13 426 25 310 162 2 925 Additions 659 10 17 - - 686 Decrease - - - - (162) (162) Translation differences on consolidation At 31 December 2007 (19) 1,066 - - - - 35 327 - 2 (19) 1,430 Accumulated amortisation At 1 January 2006 Amortisation charge for the year At 1 January 2006 9 Additions 7 At 31 December 2006 and 1 January 2007 16 Additions 9 At 31 December 2007 At 31 December 2006 and 1 January 2007 Cost 25 Accumulated amortisation At 1 January 2006 1 Amortisation charge for the year 3 At 31 December 2006 and 1 January 2007 4 Amortisation charge for the year 5 At 31 December 2007 9 Net book value 175 2 183 38 1 399 18 4 25 124 - 171 193 6 208 162 1 570 18 6 27 - - 51 - - - - (162) (8) - - - - (8) 12 235 - 1 At 31 December 2006 12 At 31 December 2007 16 At 31 December 2006 and 1 January 2007 Amortisation charge for the year Decrease (162) 14. Other non-current assets Translation differences on consolidation At 31 December 2007 203 Note Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements 2007 451 2007 2006 (in million Baht) Advance payments to a specialist Net book value 2006 Idle land 31 1,829 1,879 343 352 106 106 - - At 31 December 2006 233 19 102 - 1 355 Stainless steel plates 67 71 - - At 31 December 2007 863 23 92 - 1 979 Deposits 65 58 8 5 Others 20 13 - - 2,087 2,127 351 357 - - 351 357 Less allowance for impairment of assets Net (14) 2,073 (5) 2,122 Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 172 15. Interest-bearing liabilities 173 The periods to maturity of interest-bearing liabilities as at 31 December were as follows: Note Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements 2007 2006 2007 2006 Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements 2007 (in million Baht) 2006 2007 2006 (in million Baht) Current Within one year Bank overdrafts Secured 899 1,516 - - Unsecured 101 367 - 30 4,998 4,870 4,798 3,000 5,998 6,753 4,798 3,030 Short-term loans from financial institutions After one year but within five years Total 10,753 17,368 11,593 22,014 5,400 6,755 11,940 11,127 16,153 24,123 23,533 33,141 As at 31 December 2007 the Group had unutilized credit facilities totalling Baht 24,724 million (2006: Baht 17,790 million). Unsecured Bank overdraft and short-term loans from financial institutions The principal features of the borrowings were as follows: (a) Bank overdrafts are repayable on demand as at 31 December 2007, the Group has a total overdraft facilities Short-term guaranteed bonds Guaranteed / Negative pledge - 2,200 - 2,200 Current portion of long-term amounting to Baht 3,714 million (2006: Baht 3,705 million) which is partially guaranteed by five subsidiaries. (b) Short-term loans from financial institutions as at 31 December 2007, the Group has short-term loan facilities from guaranteed bonds several financial institutions totalling Baht 25,010 million (2006: Baht 20,820 million) with money market rate quoted by Guaranteed / Negative pledge 3,000 2,300 3,000 2,300 bank. The Group utilized those facilities in term of promissory notes issued by the Group to several domestic financial institutions totalling Baht 3,000 million (2006: Baht 4,870 million). Current portion of long-term loans Guaranteed / Negative pledge 1,755 1,500 1,755 1,500 In September 2007, the Company issued and offered short-term bill of exchange amounting to Baht 5,000 million to two Short-term loans from related parties financial institutions, the said bills represents short-term bill of exchange offered to and exchanged among institutional 5 Unsecured - 4,615 2,040 12,984 investors and/or substantial high net worth investors as prescribed in accordance with Notifications of the Securities 10,753 17,368 11,593 22,014 and Exchange Commission. As at 31 December 2007, the outstanding balance of bill of exchange was amounting to Non-current Baht 2,000 million. Long-term guaranteed bonds Guaranteed / Negative pledge - 3,000 - 3,000 (c) Guaranteed bonds as at 31 December 2007 and 2006 were guaranteed bonds with a full co-guarantee by four subsidiaries and negative pledge undertaken by the Company whereby 17 subsidiaries agree not to sell, transfer, Long-term loans from financial institutions mortgage, pledge, encumber or grant any preferential right in relation to their land, buildings, plants and machinery. Guaranteed / Negative pledge Unsecured - 3,755 - 3,755 5,400 - 5,400 - The Company is required to maintain a consolidated debt (interest-bearing debt) to equity (excluding unrealised foreign exchange gain or loss) ratio of not more than 2.5 to 1 based on the annual consolidated financial statements prepared Long-term loans from related parties Unsecured Total in accordance with generally accepted accounting standards in Thailand. 5 - - 6,540 4,372 5,400 6,755 11,940 11,127 16,153 24,123 23,533 33,141 Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 174 175 16. Trade accounts payable The bonds have the following payment terms: Maturity Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements Amount Fixed interest rate (in million Baht) (% per annum) First tranche 2,500 4.95 22 August 2006 Second tranche 2,200 5.40 22 February 2007 680 Third tranche 2,300 5.55 22 August 2007 Other parties 1,569 Fourth tranche 3,000 5.75 22 February 2008 Total 2,249 2,276 Note The principal is to be redeemed at maturity. Interest is payable semi-annually commencing on 22 August 2006. 2007 2007 2006 819 - - 1,457 - - - - (in million Baht) Related parties 5 The currency denomination of trade accounts payable as at 31 December was as follows: (d) Long-term loan and its current portion as at 31 December 2006 were loan agreements with eight financial institutions to obtain long-term borrowings totalling Baht 26,600 million. Of this, the principal of Baht 23,600 million has a grace Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements 2007 period of 2 years and is to be repaid in 36 monthly installments, Baht 654.22 million each for the first 35 installments and Baht 702.20 million for the last installment, from 28 April 2008 to 31 March 2011 with interest at the fixed rates of 5.75% 2006 2006 2007 2006 (in million Baht) Thai Baht (THB) and other functional currencies and 6% per annum for the first and the second years, respectively, and MLR-1.5% to MLR-1.75% per annum from the of foreign subsidiaries third year onwards, payable monthly, commencing in March 2006. The remaining principal of Baht 3,000 million is to be 2,039 1,984 - - United States Dollars (USD) 94 104 - - repaid in eight quarterly installments, Baht 375 million each, from 28 June 2006 to 28 March 2008 with a fixed interest Euro (EUR) 69 108 - - rate of 5.70% per annum, payable quarterly, commencing in June 2006. Great Britain Pound (GBP) 46 74 - - 1 6 - - 2,249 2,276 - - Australian Dollar (AUD) The borrowings are fully co-guaranteed by four subsidiaries with a negative pledge made by 17 subsidiaries whereby Total these subsidiaries agree not to sell, transfer, mortgage, pledge, encumber or grant any preferential right in relation to their land, buildings, plant and machinery. 17. Other current liabilities In 2006 and May 2007, the Company partially repaid long-term loans amounting to Baht 20,220 million and Baht 2,000 million, respectively, with accrued interest to seven financial institutions and the interest rate in the second year Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements 2007 of Baht 4,500 million which is to be repaid monthly in 12 installments, Baht 375 million each, commencing in February 2009. Interest is payable monthly at 5.60% per annum for the first year and 5.75% per annum afterwards. Subsequently on 19 October 2007, the Company has been granted the reduction of interest rate to be 4.50% per annum for the first year and 4.75% per annum afterwards. The Company was charged an unwind fee of Baht 11.25 million for this change. 2007 2006 (in million Baht) decrease from 6% to 5% per annum. During February 2007, the Company entered into a long-term loan agreement with a financial institution in the amount 2006 Accrued expenses 737 883 9 90 Value added tax payable 672 687 35 105 506 1,005 - - Assets payable 372 418 - 5 Outstanding cheque paid for excise tax 281 295 - - Accrued promotion expense 252 133 - - Withholding tax payable 128 79 30 22 Accrued interest expense 71 163 67 157 Deposits and retention payable 38 273 - 3 Advanced payments from customers for purchase of goods During December 2007, the Company entered into a long-term loan agreement with a financial institution in the amount Others of Baht 900 million which is to be repaid in 2009. The interest is payable monthly at 3.9625% per annum. Total 146 167 21 12 3,203 4,103 162 394 Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 176 The currency denomination of other current liabilities as at 31 December was as follows: 177 The Company listed on the SGX-ST on 29 May 2006 received net proceeds of Baht 16,191.60 million from the issue of 2,444.45 million new ordinary shares, sold to the public through an Initial Public Offering (the “IPO”) at a price of Consolidated Separate Singapore Dollar 0.28 per share. Directly attributable expenses for the IPO amounting to Baht 676.49 million are financial statements financial statements accounted for as a deduction from the premium on share capital received from the IPO. The Company registered the 2007 2006 2007 2006 change in paid-up capital with the Ministry of Commerce on 29 May 2006 from Baht 22,000 million to Baht 24,444.45 million. (in million Baht) Thai Baht (THB) and other functional currencies of foreign subsidiaries 3,126 3,829 160 357 72 212 - - Great Britain Pound (GBP) 4 16 1 - Singapore Dollars (SGD) 1 1 1 - United States Dollars (USD) - 42 - 37 Others - 3 - - 3,203 4,103 162 394 Euro (EUR) On 3 July 2006, an over allotment option was exercised related to its recent IPO, whereby the Company sold a further 665.58 million new ordinary shares, raising Baht 4,390.54 million in proceeds. The Company registered the change in paid-up capital with the Ministry of Commerce on 3 July 2006 from Baht 24,444.45 million to Baht 25,110.03 million. Total 19. Reserves Share premium Section 51 of the Public Companies Act B.E. 2535 requires companies to set aside share subscription monies received in excess of the par value of the shares issued to a reserve account (“share premium”). Share premium is not available 18. Share capital for dividend distribution. Par value per share 2007 Number (in Baht) Currency translation changes 2006 Amount Number Amount The currency translation changes recognized in shareholders’ equity relate to foreign exchange differences arising from translation of the financial statements of foreign operations to Thai Baht. (million shares/million Baht) Authorised At 1 January and 31 December 1 29,000 29,000 29,000 29,000 Fair value changes and revaluation surpluses Fair value changes and revaluation surpluses recognised in shareholders’ equity relate to cumulative net changes in the fair value of available-for-sale investments and surpluses arising from the revaluations of land. Issued and paid At 1 January 1 25,110 25,110 22,000 22,000 Issue of new shares 1 - - 3,110 3,110 At 31 December 1 25,110 25,110 25,110 25,110 Legal reserve Section 116 of the Public Companies Act B.E. 2535 requires that a company shall allocate not less than 5% of its annual net profit, less any accumulated losses brought forward, to a reserve account (“legal reserve”), until this account reaches an amount not less than 10% of the registered authorised capital. The legal reserve is not available for dividend distribution. 20. Segment information Segment information is presented in respect of the Group’s business and geographical segments. The primary format, business segments is based on the Group’s management and internal reporting structure. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 10,055 4,323 1,569 15,947 82,009 12,684 69,325 97,956 102 2006 10,383 4,847 1,047 16,277 84,562 13,689 70,873 100,839 41 257 Segment results, assets and liabilities include items directly attributable to a segment as well as those that can be 100,541 2007 Total 56 179 97,798 178 (21) 34 (32) (168) 7,945 9 3 2,325 (4) 62 38 34 39 (127) 11,472 1,202 (25) (1,085) (1,025) 1,172 1,112 38 178 140 6,740 40,210 (2) (1,083) (1,063) 994 972 1,211 985 51,682 4 18 2 1 1,205 8,815 2,652 731 12,198 40,979 7,055 33,924 2007 located in foreign countries. 53,177 directly or indirectly through foreign subsidiaries to external customers. Certain operating units of subsidiaries are 220 Spirits Operating units of the Group are mainly located in Thailand. Portions of product produced from these units are exported 76 Geographic segments 30 Production and sales of alcohol (mostly outside the group) 17 Alcohol 966 Production and sales of branded spirits products (mostly outside the group); and 52,940 Spirits 2007 Production and sales of branded beer and water products (mostly outside the group); 2006 Beer/water Alcohol The Group comprises the following main business segments: 51,576 2006 Business segments (in million Baht) Inter-segment transactions are eliminated on consolidation. 33,470 (1,110) (991) (20) (69) (4) - 2007 indication of the actual use of the liabilities. (922) to a particular segment are allocated on a percentage of net assets basis. Management believes this to be a fair 2006 Elimination In preparing segmental information, those liabilities and related interest expense that are not specifically attributable (1,086) allocated on a reasonable basis. In presenting information on the basis of geographical segments, segment revenue is based on the geographical 2,163 1,702 Net profit (loss) 1,989 2,192 Income tax expense 309 278 Interest expense 4,461 and income tax expenses Profit (loss) before interest 4,172 41,712 43,496 Total expenses 5,768 6,456 expenses Selling and administrative 35,944 37,040 Cost of sales 46,173 47,668 Total revenues 42 88 Other income 28 23 Interest income 46,103 47,557 Revenue from sales Business segment results 2007 Beer/water 2006 location of customers. Segment assets are based on the geographical location of the assets. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 2006 28,315 49,428 7,837 85,580 24,123 8,903 33,026 4,039 13 4,481 171 28,057 43,216 8,254 79,527 16,153 8,464 24,617 1,697 686 4,923 51 181 Total 2007 180 Geographic segments The segment financial information of the Group based on geographical segments for the year 2007 and 2006 was - 126 - 69 743 50 693 3,051 567 2,209 2006 275 as follows: Consolidated financial statements Alcohol Property, plant and - 192 - 59 710 42 668 45 2,255 8 2,612 21,401 3,604 17,797 3,166 57,166 516 5,364 2,169 26,600 481 25,202 (in million Baht) 2007 2006 2007 2006 Thailand 97,200 95,106 41,613 47,928 Overseas 3,639 2,850 1,603 1,500 100,839 97,956 43,216 49,428 Total 47 Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements 126 2007 2006 2007 2006 (in million Baht) Revenue from sales of scraps 42 32 - - Gain on disposal of assets 84 2 64 - Others 102 44 26 5 Total 228 78 90 5 4 2,371 2,100 2,360 675 5 11 1,277 361 1,358 15,398 10,882 8,509 4,357 5,249 4,065 11,041 5,633 4,444 53,046 25,363 23,315 5,921 1,906 1,817 23,137 20,619 17,910 23,988 2,838 3,588 2006 2007 21. Other income 2007 Beer/water equipment (in million Baht) Spirits 2006 2007 Revenue 22. Selling and administrative expenses Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements 2007 2006 2007 2006 Amortisation Depreciation - Intangible assets - Property, plant and equipment Capital expenditure Total liabilities Other liabilities Total debts Total assets Other assets Property, plant and equipment Inventories Business segments financial position (in million Baht) Marketing and advertising expenses 4,205 3,993 144 98 Personnel expenses 3,498 3,095 577 522 Idle capacity 2,001 1,679 - - Vehicle and transportation expenses 1,228 1,118 24 19 Depreciation and amortisation 467 516 29 24 Rental 325 282 10 5 Donation 274 241 73 77 1,691 1,760 297 198 13,689 12,684 1,154 943 Others Total Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 182 23. Personnel expenses 183 (a) the different treatments for accounting and taxation purposes of certain items of income and expense for 2007 amounted to Baht 233 million (2006: Baht (102) million). Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements 2007 2006 (b) unutilised tax losses brought forward from the previous years have been utilised during the year to set-off against 2007 2006 the current year’s tax charge for 2007 amounted to Baht 64 million (2006: Baht 31 million). (in million Baht) 3,548 3,265 342 321 (c) losses suffered by certain subsidiaries cannot be set-off against the profits of other subsidiaries for tax purposes Bonus 721 637 171 154 for 2007 amounted to Baht 103 million (2006: Baht 144 million). Overtime and perdiem allowance 266 246 13 11 11 9 6 5 557 541 45 31 5,103 4,698 577 522 Salaries and wages Contribution to defined contribution plans Others Total The current tax expenses in the separate statements of income are more than the amounts determined by applying the Thai corporation tax rate to the accounting profit for the year principally because: (a) dividends are not subject to tax for 2007 amounted to Baht 5,696 million (2006: Baht 2,417 million). (number of employees) Number of employees as at 31 December 22,590 22,412 366 335 (b) the different treatments for accounting and taxation purposes of certain items of income and expense for 2007 amounted to Baht 65 million (2006: Baht (180) million). The defined contribution plans comprise provident funds established by companies in the Group for their employees. Membership to the funds is on a voluntary basis. Contributions are made monthly by the employees at rates ranging from 2% to 3% of their basic salaries and by the Group at rates ranging from 2% to 3% of the employees’ basic salaries. The provident funds are registered with the Ministry of Finance as juristic entities and are managed by a licensed Fund 26. Earnings per share The calculation of basic earnings per share for the year ended 31 December is based on the net profit attributable to ordinary shares and the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the year as follows: Manager. 24. Interest expense Note Separate financial statements financial statements 2006 2007 Separate financial statements financial statements 2007 Consolidated 2007 Consolidated 2006 2007 2006 (Restated) (in million Baht) 2006 Profit attributable to ordinary Shareholders (basic) (in million Baht) 10,383 10,055 19,418 9,005 Interest expense relating to: Related parties 5 66 109 732 885 Financial institutions 723 1,179 574 947 Others 271 435 271 421 1,060 1,723 1,577 2,253 Weighted average number of ordinary shares (basic) Capitalised as cost of assets under construction Net Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements 2007 12 (13) 1,047 (154) 1,569 - - 1,577 2,253 25. Income tax expense The current tax expenses in the consolidated statements of income are more than the amounts determined by applying the Thai corporation tax rate to the accounting profit for the year principally because: 2006 2007 2006 (in million shares) Issued ordinary shares at 1 January 25,110 22,000 25,110 22,000 Effect of shares issued on 29 May 2006 - 1,453 - 1,453 Effect of shares issued on 3 July 2006 - 332 - 332 25,110 23,785 25,110 23,785 Weighted average number of ordinary shares (basic) Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 184 27. Promotional privileges 185 At the annual general meeting of the shareholders of the Company held on 27 March 2006, the shareholders approved the appropriation of dividends of Baht 0.24 per share, amounting to Baht 5,280 million. The dividend was Promotional privileges from the Board of Investment paid to shareholders during 2006. By virtue of the provisions of the Industrial Investment Promotion Act of B.E. 2520, a subsidiary has been granted privileges by the Board of Investment relating to the production of alcohol and agricultural fuel. The privileges granted 29. Changes in accounting policy include: The following change of accounting policy by the Company has no effect on the consolidated financial statements (a) exemption from payment of import duty on machinery approved by the Board; of the Group. (b) exemption from payment of income tax for certain operations for a period of eight years from the dates on which the income is first derived from such operations; Until 31 December 2006, the Company accounted for its investments in subsidiary companies and associates in its financial statements using the equity method. (c) a 50% reduction in the normal tax rate on the net profit derived from certain operations for a period of five years, commencing from the expiry date in (b) above; and During 2007, the FAP issued the following revised TAS which are effective for accounting periods beginning on or after 1 January 2007: (d) exemption from income tax on dividends derived from the promoted business of its subsidiary during this eight year period. TAS 44 (revised 2007) Consolidated and Separate Financial Statements TAS 45 (revised 2007) Investment in Associates As a promoted company, the subsidiary must comply with certain terms and conditions prescribed in the promotional certificate. These revised TAS require a parent company which has an investment in a subsidiary company, or an associate company, which is not classified as a “held for sale” investment, to record such investment in accordance with either In 2007, the Board of Investment has granted same privileges as above mentioned to another subsidiary by virtue of the provisions of the Industrial Investment Promotion Act of B.E. 2520 relating to the production of bio-gas. the cost method or with the recognition and measurement basis for financial instruments (when a TAS on financial instruments is issued and becomes effective), instead of the equity method currently used. Privileges granted to business operator in Free Zone Also in 2004 another subsidiary was granted approval from the Customs Department to operate in a “Free Zone”, whereby the subsidiary obtains privileges related to the payment of import and export taxes, valued added tax and excise tax. Various other privileges are also granted. Starting from 1 January 2007, the Company has, accordingly, changed its accounting policy for its investments in subsidiary companies and associate companies in its financial statements from the equity method to the cost method. The change in accounting policy has been applied retrospectively and the Company’s 2006 financial statements, which are included in the Company’s 2007 financial statements for comparative purposes, have been restated 28. Dividends accordingly. The effects of the change in accounting policy on the Company’s annual 2007 and 2006 financial statements are as follows: At the Board of Directors’ Meeting held on 14 August 2007, an interim dividend payment for the first half of 2007 of 25,110 million ordinary shares, Baht 0.12 per share, totalling Baht 3,013 million was approved. The interim dividend was paid to shareholders on 11 September 2007. At the annual general meeting of the shareholders of the Company held on 20 April 2007, the shareholders approved the appropriation of dividends of Baht 0.22 per share, totalling Baht 5,524 million. On 8 September 2006, the interim dividend was paid of Baht 0.11 per share, totalling Baht 2,762 million. The remaining dividend payment of Baht 0.11 per share, totalling Baht 2,762 million was paid on 16 May 2007. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 186 187 30. Financial instruments Separate financial statements 2007 2006 (in million Baht) The Group is exposed to normal business risks from changes in market interest rates and currency exchange rates Investments in subsidiaries and associates Balance at 1 January before change in accounting policy Decrease in retained earnings Decrease in revaluation surpluses Increase in currency translation changes Increase in difference arising from common control transactions Decrease in excess of share losses over cost of investment Financial risk management policies and from non-performance of contractual obligations by counterparties. The Group does not hold or issue derivative 69,391 68,046 (15,567) (14,494) (6,452) (6,450) financial instruments for speculative or trading purposes. Interest rate risk 20 5 Interest rate risk is the risk that future movements in market interest rates will affect the results of the Group’s 17,141 15,979 operations and its cash flows because loan interest rates are mainly fixed. The Group is primarily exposed to interest (938) (1) Net decrease (5,796) (4,961) Balance at 1 January after change in accounting policy 63,595 63,085 rate risk from its borrowings (Note 15). The Group mitigates this risk by ensuring that the majority of its borrowings are at fixed interest rates. The effective interest rates of loans receivable as at 31 December and the periods in which the loans receivable mature Retained earnings or reprice were as follows: Balance at 1 January before change in accounting policy 19,102 17,656 Increase in dividend income from subsidiaries and associates 14,358 6,302 Separate financial statements Decrease in share of profits from investments accounted for using the equity method, net Net decrease Balance at 1 January after change in accounting policy Effective interest Within 1 year After 1 year but (29,925) (20,796) rates within 5 years (15,567) (14,494) (% per annum) (in million Baht) 3,535 3,162 Total 2007 Current Net profit Loans receivable - Related parties Net profit for the year before change in accounting policy 10,383 10,079 Increase in dividend income from subsidiaries and associates 18,985 8,055 Decrease in share of profits from investments accounted for using the equity method, net Net increase (decrease) Net profit for the year after change in accounting policy Increase (decrease) in earnings per share (Baht) 5.96 3,548 - 3,548 5.96 - 9,411 9,411 3,548 9,411 12,959 5.68 9,367 - 9,367 5.68 - 5,501 5,501 9,367 5,501 14,868 Non-current Loans receivable - Related parties Total (9,950) (9,129) 9,035 (1,074) 19,418 9,005 0.36 (0.05) 2006 Current Loans receivable - Related parties Non-current Loans receivable - Related parties Total Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 188 189 The effective interest rates of interest-bearing financial liabilities as at 31 December and the periods in which those Separate financial statements liabilities mature or reprice were as follows: Effective interest Consolidated financial statements Effective interest Within 1 year After 1 year but rates within 5 years (% per annum) (in million Baht) Total Within 1 year After 1 year but rates within 5 years (% per annum) (in million Baht) Total 2007 Current 4.05 6,553 - 6,553 5.75 3,000 - 3,000 5.75 2,040 - 2,040 Loans payable - Financial institutions 4.41 - 5,400 5,400 Loans payable - Related parties 5.75 - 6,540 6,540 11,593 11,940 23,533 Loans payable - Financial institutions Current portion of long-term 2007 guaranteed bonds Current Bank overdrafts 6.75 1,000 - 1,000 Loans payable - Financial institutions 3.64 6,753 - 6,753 Current portion of long-term guaranteed bonds 5.75 3,000 - 3,000 Non-current Loans payable - Financial institutions Loans payable - Related parties Non-current Total 4.41 Total - 5,400 5,400 10,753 5,400 16,153 2006 Current 2006 Bank overdrafts 8.28 30 - 30 Current Loans payable - Financial institutions 5.54 4,500 - 4,500 5.40 2,200 - 2,200 5.55 2,300 - 2,300 6.00 12,984 - 12,984 Loans payable - Financial institutions 5.74 - 3,755 3,755 Long-term guaranteed bonds 5.75 - 3,000 3,000 Loans payable - Related parties 6.00 - 4,372 4,372 22,014 11,127 33,141 Bank overdrafts 7.16 1,883 - 1,883 Short-term guaranteed bonds Loans payable - Financial institutions 5.41 6,370 - 6,370 Current portion of long-term Short-term guaranteed bonds 5.40 2,200 - 2,200 Current portion of long-term guaranteed bonds Loans payable - Related parties Loans payable - Related parties 5.55 2,300 - 2,300 2.80 4,615 - 4,615 Non-current Loans payable - Financial institutions 5.75 - 3,755 3,755 Long-term guaranteed bonds 5.75 - 3,000 3,000 17,368 6,755 24,123 Total guaranteed bonds Non-current Total Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 190 191 Foreign currency risk The Group is exposed to foreign currency risk relating to purchases and sales which are denominated in foreign Note currencies. The Group primarily utilises forward exchange contracts to hedge such financial assets and liabilities Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements 2007 2006 2007 2006 (in million Baht) denominated in foreign currencies. The forward exchange contracts entered into at the balance sheet date also relate Euro to anticipated purchases and sales, denominated in foreign currencies, for the subsequent period. Cash and cash equivalents 6 - 6 - - At 31 December, the Group and the Company were exposed to foreign currency risk in respect of financial assets and Trade accounts receivable 8 - 30 - - liabilities denominated in the following currencies: Trade accounts payable 16 (69) (108) - - Other current liabilities 17 (72) (212) - - (141) (284) - - Estimated forecast purchase of assets (25) (137) - - Estimated forecast purchase of goods (1,158) (454) - - Gross exposure (1,324) (875) - - 1,173 773 - - (151) (102) - - Note Gross balance sheet exposure Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements 2007 2006 2007 2006 (in million Baht) United States Dollars Cash and cash equivalents 6 174 15 - - Trade accounts receivable 8 90 24 - - Other current assets 10 1 1 - - Trade accounts payable 16 (94) - - (104) Forwards to buy foreign currency Net exposure Great Britain Pound Short-term loans from and amount due to related parties 5 - (216) - 17 - (42) - (37) Gross balance sheet exposure 171 (322) - (37) Estimated forecast sale of goods 286 Other current liabilities - - - Estimated forecast purchase of goods (2,994) (1,917) - Gross exposure (2,537) (2,239) - 2,508 1,929 - Currency forwards Net exposure (29) (310) - - (37) Trade accounts payable 16 (46) (74) - - Other current liabilities 17 (4) (16) (1) - (50) (90) (1) - Estimated forecast purchase of goods (288) (462) - - Gross exposure (338) (552) (1) - Forwards to buy foreign currency 287 472 - - Net exposure (51) (80) (1) - Gross balance sheet exposure (37) Australian Dollar Trade accounts receivable 8 1 - - - 16 (1) (6) - - Gross exposure - (6) - - Forwards to buy foreign currency 1 25 - - Net exposure 1 19 - - Trade accounts payable Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 192 Note Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements 2007 2006 2007 Fair values The fair value is the amount for which an asset could be exchanged, or a liability settled, between knowledgeable, 2006 willing parties in an arm’s length transaction. In determining the fair value of its financial assets and liabilities, the Group takes into account its current circumstances and the costs that would be incurred to exchange or settle the underlying (in million Baht) financial instrument. Singapore Dollars Other current liabilities 193 17 Estimated forecast proceed from loans Gross exposure Forwards to buy foreign currency Net exposure (1) (1) - - 208 1,484 (1) (1) 207 1,484 - - (1) (1) (1) (208) (1) - 31. Commitments with non-related parties (1,484) - Consolidated Separate financial statements financial statements 2007 2006 2007 2006 (in million Baht) Capital commitments Japanese Yen (5) - - - Contracted but not provided for Forwards to buy foreign currency 5 - - - Land, buildings and other constructions 217 392 - - Net exposure - - - - Machinery and equipment 218 846 - - - 11 - 11 435 1,249 - 11 Estimated forecast purchase of assets Computer software Others Trade accounts receivable Other current liabilities Exposure Total 8 - 5 - - 17 - (3) - - Non-cancellable operating lease commitments - 2 - - Within one year 165 142 9 - After one year but within five years 157 70 14 1 Total 322 212 23 1 86 332 - - Credit risk Credit risk is the potential financial loss resulting from the failure of a customer or a counterparty to settle its financial and contractual obligations to the Group as and when they fall due. Other commitments Unused letters of credits Management has a credit policy in place and the exposure to credit risk is monitored on an ongoing basis. Credit Forward contracts to sell foreign currencies 524 1,505 217 1,505 evaluations are performed on all customers requiring credit over a certain amount. At the balance sheet date there Forward contracts to buy foreign currencies 5,036 3,330 - - were no significant concentrations of credit risk. The maximum exposure to credit risk is represented by the carrying Bank guarantees 247 102 31 154 amount of each financial asset in the balance sheet. However, due to the large number of parties comprising the Group’s Goods and raw materials purchasing agreements 4,386 2,815 - - customer base, management does not anticipate material losses from its debt collection. Molasses purchasing agreements 296 1,596 - - 53 96 53 96 154 105 - - 60 43 1 - 10,842 9,924 302 1,755 Computer system installation agreements Liquidity risk Advertising services and sponsorship agreements The Group monitors its liquidity risk and maintains a level of cash and cash equivalents deemed adequate by Others management to finance the Group’s operations and to mitigate the effects of fluctuations in cash flows. Total Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 194 195 (a) During 2004, the Company and four subsidiaries entered into production and blending control agreements with (b) On 31 January 2008, Pan Alcohol Co., Ltd. the Company’s indirect subsidiary has entered into a memorandum of a specialist for a period of 40 years from 1 August 2004 to 1 August 2044. Under the agreements, the Company and understanding to acquire majority of ordinary shares in Carabao Tawandang Co., Ltd. who is engaging in the production its subsidiaries are obliged to pay monthly service fees of Baht 4.3 million which are to be annually increased by 5% and sales of energy drink. The completion of the acquisition is being in the process. for the first 20 years from 1 August 2004 to 1 August 2024. Afterwards, the Company and its subsidiaries have to pay monthly service fees of Baht 250,000 until the expiration of the agreements. Service fee under the agreements totaled (c) The Executive Board of Directors’ Meeting held on 18 February 2008 unanimously passed the following resolutions: Baht 1,766.2 million. Subsequently, the addendums were made on 5 January 2006, under which the Company and its subsidiaries have to pay additional amount to this specialist amounting to Baht 2,000 million. Therefore, the total service fees under the agreements both outstanding and already paid by the Company and its subsidiaries amounted to Baht 3,766.2 million. - Approval in principle of the decrease of authorised share capital of S P M Foods and Beverages Co., Ltd. twice at 75% each and the increase of authorized share capital afterwards. The authorised share capital will be decreased from Baht 100 million to Baht 25 million firstly and from Baht 25 million to Baht 6 . 25 million secondly. After that the authorised share capital will be increased by Baht 600 million to Baht 606.25 million. As at 31 December 2007 the remaining commitments to be paid, relating to these agreements, amounted to Baht 1,579 million. - Approval in principle of the increase of authorised share capital of International Beverage Holdings Limited from HKD (b) During 2005, a subsidiary renewed a sponsorship agreement with Everton Football Club, in the United Kingdom, for 1,470 million to HKD 1,490 million to increase in capital of International Beverage Holdings Limited USA, Inc. a period of three years as from 1 June 2005 to 31 May 2008 in order to promote the Group’s businesses globally. Under the agreement, the subsidiary is obliged to pay a minimum amount of GBP 0.5 million and a maximum amount of GBP 2.9 million per year, dependent on the performance of Everton football team in each year. (d) The Board of Directors’ Meeting held on 27 February 2008 unanimously agreed to propose a dividend payment of Baht 0.29 per share, totalling Baht 7,282 million. The interim dividend was paid of Baht 0.12 per share, amounting to Baht 3,013 million. The remaining is a dividend payment of Baht 0.17 per share, amounting to Baht 4,269 million. Subsequently, on 17 January 2008, the sponsorship agreement was extended to another period of three years as from 1 June 2008 to 31 May 2011. The subsidiary is obliged to pay a minimum amount of GBP 0.5 million and a maximum 34. Thai Accounting Standards (TAS) not yet adopted amount of GBP 3.5 million per year, dependent on the performance of Everton football team in each year. The Group has not adopted the following TAS that have been issued as of the balance sheet date but are not yet 32. Litigation effective. These TAS will become effective for financial periods beginning on or after 1 January 2008. A subsidiary filed the application to the Central Tax Court to withdraw the assessment of the property tax of 2002 up TAS 25 (revised 2007) Cash Flows Statements TAS 29 (revised 2007) Leases TAS 31 (revised 2007) Inventories TAS 33 (revised 2007) Borrowing Costs TAS 35 (revised 2007) Presentation of Financial Statements TAS 39 (revised 2007) Accounting Policies, Changes in Accounting Estimates and Errors TAS 41 (revised 2007) Interim Financial Reporting TAS 43 (revised 2007) Business Combinations TAS 49 (revised 2007) Construction Contracts TAS 51 Intangible Assets to 2007. Subsequently, on 12 and 13 February 2008, the Supreme Court has sentenced that the above subsidiary can receive the property tax back in the amount of Baht 128 million from the paid amount of Baht 128.5 million. 33. Events after the balance sheet date (a) On 25 January 2008, Maharas Agri Co., Ltd. the Company’s subsidiary increase its authorised share capital from Baht 2 million to Baht 200 million by issuing 19.8 million ordinary shares with a Baht 10 par value, totaling Baht 198 million. Subsequently, on 28 January 2008, the Company’s subsidiary has entered into a sale and purchase agreement to acquire assets in the production and sale of energy drink and ready-to-drink coffee owned by Wrangyer Beverage Co., Ltd. at a consideration of Baht 420 million. Part of the fund will be derived from the increase of the authorised The adoption and initial application of these TAS is not expected to have any material impact on the consolidated or share capital in the amount of Baht 200 million. separate financial statements. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 196 35. Reclassification of accounts 197 Retirement benefits are recognised as a liability, being the net total of the present value of the obligation at the balance sheet date less the fair value of any plan assets and recognised as an expense the net total of current service costs, Certain accounts in the 2006 financial statements have been reclassified to conform with the presentation in the 2007 interest costs, past service costs and any actuarial gains and losses. financial statements. (c) Financial instruments 36. Significant differences between Thai GAAP and IFRS (unaudited/ unreviewed) Thai GAAP has certain disclosure requirements for financial instruments, but only limited guidance on the recognition and measurement of financial instruments. The Group has decided not to recognise derivative financial instruments on These consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting the balance sheet. However, foreign currency assets and liabilities hedged by these contracts are translated into Thai principles in Thailand (“Thai GAAP”), which differ in certain significant respects from International Financial Reporting Baht at exchange rates prevailing on the balance sheet date. Standards (“IFRS”). The following disclosure provides a summary of certain significant differences between Thai GAAP and IFRS, as applicable to the consolidated financial statements of the Group, and a reconciliation of net profit and total Under IFRS, derivative financial instruments are recognised on the balance sheet as either an asset or a liability initially shareholders’ equity from Thai GAAP to IFRS. Neither the narrative summary nor the reconciliation should be construed at cost, which is the fair value of consideration given (in the case of an asset) or received (in the case of a liability). as being exhaustive or presented fairly in all material respects and are provided for information purposes only. Transaction costs are included in the initial measurement. Subsequent to initial recognition, derivative financial instruments are stated at fair value. Movements in fair values are recognised in the consolidated statement of income. (a) Deferred tax There is no Thai accounting standard currently effective in relation to accounting for deferred taxes. Whilst not specifically addressed in Thai GAAP, provisions for income taxes of the Group are typically based on corporate income taxes currently payable in the period under the Revenue Code of Thailand. The Group does not, therefore, recognise deferred tax assets and liabilities for the current period. Under IFRS, provision is made for deferred tax using a balance sheet approach, with deferred tax calculated on temporary differences, being the differences between the tax and the book values of assets and liabilities. The deferred tax charge or credit is the change in the period in deferred tax liabilities and assets. Deferred tax assets are recognised (d) Investment in property In accordance with Thai GAAP, owned land held to earn rentals is classified as part of property, plant and equipment. This land is carried at a revalued amount less any subsequent accumulated impairment losses. Movements on the revaluation surplus are reflected in equity. Under IFRS, owned property held to earn rentals is classified as part of investment property. This is covered by IAS No. 40 Investment Property. IAS No. 40 allows enterprises to choose either a fair value model or a cost model to measure investment property. to the extent that it is probable that future taxable profits will be available against which the temporary differences can be fully utilised. (b) Employee benefits There is currently no Thai accounting standard in relation to accounting for employee benefits, including termination, In accordance with the fair value model, an enterprise should measure all of its investment property at its fair value. A gain or loss arising from a change in the fair value of investment property should be included in net profit or loss for the period in which it arises. retirement and post-retirement benefits. The Group’s primary obligations in respect of employee benefits are contributions on behalf of employees to provident funds and the payment of statutory severance benefits on retirement and terminating employment involuntarily. Severance termination and retirement benefits vary according to various In accordance with the cost model, land and buildings held as investment property should be measured at cost less any accumulated impairment losses. factors, including the employee’s service life and salary. Whilst not specifically addressed in Thai GAAP, contributions are charged as an expense as incurred. For the purposes of disclosure under IFRS, the Group has adopted the cost model for investment property consisting of both land and buildings. For Thai GAAP, the land has been revalued while the buildings have not. Under IFRS, employee benefits are accounted for in accordance with IAS No. 19 Employee Benefits. Accordingly, termination benefits are recognised as a liability and an expense when, and only when, the enterprise is demonstrably (e) Business combination (Goodwill) committed to either terminate the employment of an employee or group of employees before the normal retirement date Thai GAAP requires goodwill acquired in business combination to be systematically amortised over its estimated useful or provide termination benefits as a result of an offer made in order to encourage voluntary redundancy. life, although its useful life should not exceed 20 years from initial recognition. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 198 199 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited Interested Persons Transactions Audited results for the year ended 31 December 2007 Under IFRS, acquired goodwill is measured after initial recognition at cost less any accumulated impairment losses. Therefore, goodwill is not amortised and must be tested for impairment annually, or more frequently if events or Interested Persons Transactions for the year ended December 31, 2007 changes in circumstances indicate that it might be impaired. Aggregate value of all interested Aggregate value of all persons transactions during interested persons the year ended December 31, 2007 transactions conducted under review (excluding transactions under the mandate Consolidated net profit 2007 2006 (in million Baht) As reported in these consolidated financial less than S$100,000* and transactions (excluding transactions conducted under Shareholders’ Mandate) less than S$100,000*) Baht ‘000 Baht ‘000 10,383 10,055 (a) Deferred tax 107 16 1 Pisetkij Co., Ltd. - 21,780.45 (b) Employee benefits (60) (62) 2 PS Recycle Co., Ltd. - 100,526.82 (c) Financial instruments 82 (45) 3 Oishi Trading Co., Ltd. 17,422.58 - (d) Investment in property 3 - - 3,424.38 29 19 3,506.41 - 10,544 9,983 1 Pisetkij Co., Ltd. - 11,369.29 2 Thai Glass Industries PCL - 3,843.76 22,069.48 - - 1,185,082.81 2 The Chonburi Sugar Corp. Ltd. - 31,293.89 3 The Maewang Sugar Industry Co., Ltd. - 21,587.07 4 The Suphanburi Sugar Industry Co., Ltd. - 53,596.63 5 Dhipaya Sugar (1999) Co., Ltd. - 15,601.26 6 Southeast Capital Co., Ltd. - 7,612.98 7 T.C.C. Technology Co., Ltd. - 30,923.00 8 Thai Beverage Can Co., Ltd. - 1,211,761.35 9 Berli Jucker PCL. - 2,247,081.29 10 The Southeast Insurance (2000) Co., Ltd. - 111,024.07 11 The Southeast Life Insurance Co., Ltd. - 4,020.37 12 The Utaradit Sugar Industry Co., Ltd. - 29,223.90 13 New Noble Property And Loan Fund - 14,071.60 14 BJC Industrial and Trading Company Limited (***) - 2,723.56 2,884.82 - 44,880.40 - 9,795.79 - 14,984.00 - statements under Thai GAAP Add (less) : Thai GAAP/IFRS differences (net of tax effect) (e) Business combination (Goodwill) Under IFRS A Revenue from sales and service income 4 The Chonburi Sugar Corp. Ltd. 5 TCC Hotel Collection Co., Ltd. (**) B Other income Consolidated total shareholders’ equity 2007 (in million Baht) C Cost of sales As reported in these consolidated financial statements under Thai GAAP 1 PS Recycle Co., Ltd. 54,910 52,554 Add (less) : Thai GAAP/IFRS differences (net of tax effect) (a) Deferred tax (636) (1,429) (b) Employee benefits (581) (521) 12 (70) (d) Investment in property (47) (51) (e) Business combination (Goodwill) 102 73 53,760 50,556 (c) Financial instruments Under IFRS 3 Liquorland Limited 2006 15 TCC Hotel Collection Co., Ltd. (**) 16 Dynamic Assets Property and Loan Fund 17 T.C.C. Ningbo Best Spirits Co., Ltd. 18 Siam Food Products Public Co., Ltd. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 200 Aggregate value of all interested Aggregate value of all persons transactions during interested persons the year ended December 31, 2007 transactions conducted under review (excluding transactions under the mandate less than S$100,000* and transactions (excluding transactions conducted under Shareholders’ Mandate) less than S$100,000*) Baht ‘000 Baht ‘000 161,024.95 - D Interest expenses 1 Great Oriole Limited 201 Appexdix Renewal of Shareholders’ Mandate for Interested Person Transactions 1. Background The Board of Directors of Thai Beverage Public Company Limited (the “Company”) refer to (a) the Notice of Annual General Meeting of the Company dated April 10, 2008 (the “Notice”), accompanying the Annual Report 2007, convening the Annual General Meeting (“AGM”) of the Company to be held on April 28, 2008, and (b) Resolution No. 9 under the heading “Special Business” set out in the Notice. E Other expenses 1 Southeast Capital Co., Ltd. - 109,629.64 2 T.C.C. Technology Co., Ltd. - 44,969.75 2. Shareholders’ Mandate 3 The Southeast Insurance (2000) Co., Ltd. - 30,661.14 Pursuant to the Company’s Prospectus dated May 19, 2006 (the “Prospectus”), approval of the Shareholders was 4 The Southeast Life Insurance Co., Ltd. - 5,136.26 deemed obtained for a shareholders’ mandate to enable the Company and its subsidiaries which are considered to be 5 Plaza Athenee Hotel (Thailand) Co., Ltd. - 30,706.72 “entities at risk” within the meaning of Rule 904(2) of the listing manual (the “Listing Manual”) of the Singapore 6 Regent Gold Property Fund - 5,331.15 7 North Park Golf And Sport Club Co., Ltd. - 10,581.56 5,218.50 - 25,251.67 - 10 Dynamic Assets Property and Loan Fund 4,135.36 - 11 Best Wishes co Ltd 5,494.44 - made to the said shareholders’ mandate at last year’s annual general meeting held on April 20, 2007 in the manner set 12 T.C.C. International Limited 3,399.86 - out on page 180 of our annual report for the financial year ended December 31, 2006 (the shareholders’ mandate as 8 T.C.C. Capital Land Limited 9 TCC Hotel Collection Co., Ltd. (**) Exchange Securities Trading Limited (“SGX-ST”), in their ordinary course of businesses, to enter into categories of transactions with specified classes of the Company’s interested persons, provided that such transactions are entered into on an arm’s length basis and on normal commercial terms. The details of the interested person transactions and shareholders’ mandate were disclosed in pages 124 to 148 of the said Company’s Prospectus. An amendment was amended, the “Shareholders Mandate”). F Sales of assets 1 TCC Hotel Collection Co., Ltd. (**) 819,000.00 - 3. Proposed Renewal of the Shareholders’ Mandate The Shareholders’ Mandate was expressed to take effect until the conclusion of the next AGM. Accordingly, the Directors G Purchase of assets 1 Siam Realty Co., Ltd. 30,810.06 - propose that the Shareholders’ Mandate be renewed at the forthcoming AGM on April 28, 2008, to take effect until the next AGM of the Company. * Exchange rate Baht 23.00 per 1 SGD. ** Formerly : Queen’s Park Hotel Group Co., Ltd. *** Formerly : BJC Engineering Co., Ltd. 4. Details of the Shareholders’ Mandate Details of the Shareholders’ Mandate, including the rationale for, and the benefits to, the Company, the review procedures for determining transaction prices with interested persons and other general information relating to Chapter 9 of the Listing Manual, are set out in the Annexure to this Appendix. 5. Audit Committee Statement The Audit Committee has reviewed the terms of the Shareholders’ Mandate and confirms that:- Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 202 (a) the review procedures for determining the transaction prices under the Shareholders’ Mandate have not changed since May 19, 2006, date of the Company’s prospectus; and 203 For the reasons set out in the Annexure to this Appendix, the Independent Directors recommend that Shareholders to vote in favour of Resolution No. 9, being the Ordinary Resolution relating to the proposed renewal of the Shareholders’ Mandate at the 2008 AGM. (b) the review procedures referred to in the Annexure are sufficient to ensure that the transactions will be carried out on normal commercial terms and will not be prejudicial to the interests of the Company and its minority 9. Directors’ Responsibility Statement Shareholders. The Directors collectively and individually accept responsibility for the accuracy of the information given herein and confirm, having made all reasonable enquiries, that to the best of their knowledge and belief, the facts stated and the If, during the periodic reviews by the Audit Committee, it is of the view that the established review procedures are no opinions expressed herein are fair and accurate and that there are no material facts the omission of which would make longer appropriate or adequate to ensure that the Interested Person Transactions will be transacted on normal any statement herein misleading. commercial terms and will not be prejudicial to the interests of the Company and minority Shareholders, the Company will seek a fresh mandate from Shareholders based on new review procedures. 10. Action To Be Taken By Shareholders Any Shareholder who is not able to attend the AGM in person should please duly complete a proxy form and submit to 6. Directors’ and Substantial Shareholders’ Interests the Chairman of the Meeting prior to his proxy attending the Meeting. The interests of the directors and substantial shareholders of the Company in the issued shares in the capital of the Company as at January 21, 2008 and March 12, 2008 respectively can be found in the Annual Report in respect of the 11. SGX-ST financial year ended December 31, 2007 to be, or which has been, distributed to shareholders. The SGX-ST takes no responsibility for the accuracy of any statements or opinions made in this Appendix. 7. Abstention from Voting Mr. Charoen Sirivadhanabhakdi, Khunying Wanna Sirivadhanabhakdi, Mr. Thapana Sirivadhanabhakdi and Mr. Panote Sirivadhanabhakdi, who are Directors of the Company, have interests in the shares of the Interested Persons (as described in the Annexure to this Appendix), and also hold directorships and/or executive positions in them. They and their respective associates will abstain from voting on Resolution No. 9 being the Ordinary Resolution relating to the proposed renewal of the Shareholders’ Mandate in respect of their shareholdings in the Company, if any, at the forthcoming AGM. 8. Directors Recommendation The Directors who are considered independent for the purposes of the proposed renewal of the Shareholders’ Mandate are Mr. Komen Tantiwiwatthanaphan, Mr. Narong Srisa-an, Mr. Samut Hatthasing, Ms. Kanoknart Rangsithienchai, Mr. Chukiet Tangpongprush, Mr. Ueychai Tantha-Obhas, Mr. Sithichai Chaikriangkrai, Dr. Pisanu Vichiensanth, Mr. Vivat Tejapaibul, Mr. Puchchong Chandhanankij, Gen. Dr. Choo-Chat Kambhu Na Ayudhya, Prof. Pornchai Matangkasombut, Mr. Michael Lau Hwai Keong, Mr. Sakthip Krairiksh, Mr. Staporn Kavitanon, Prof. Kanung Luchai, Mr. Manu Leopairote and Mr. Ng Tat Pun (the “Independent Directors”). The Independent Directors are of the opinion that the entry into of the Mandated Transactions described in the Annexure to this Appendix and those Interested Persons (as described in the Annexure to this Appendix is in the ordinary course of its business will be entered into to enhance the efficiency of the Group and are in the best interests of the Company. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 204 Annexure General Mandate for Interested Persons Transactions We anticipate that we would, in the ordinary course of business, continue to enter into certain transactions with our interested persons, including but not limited to those categories of transactions described below. In view of the time-sensitive nature of commercial transactions, it would be advantageous for us to obtain a shareholders’ mandate 205 Entities At Risk For the purposes of the Shareholders’ Mandate, an “Entity At Risk” means: • our Company; • a subsidiary of our Company that is not listed on the SGX-ST or an approved exchange; or • an associated company of our Company that is not listed on the SGX-ST or an approved exchange, provided that the Group or the Group and interested persons has control over the associated company. to enter into certain interested persons transactions in our ordinary course of business, provided that all such transactions are carried out on normal commercial terms and are not prejudicial to the interests of our Company Classes of Mandated Interested Persons and our minority Shareholders. The Shareholders’ Mandate will apply to our Group’s transactions with the list of interested persons as set out in the Schedule – List of Our Interested Persons and Mandated Interested Persons (the “Mandated Interested Persons” and Chapter 9 of the Listing Manual allows a listed company to obtain a mandate from its shareholders for recurrent each a “Mandated Interested Person”). interested persons transactions which are of a revenue or trading nature or for those necessary for its day-to-day operations. These transactions may not include the purchase or sale of assets, undertakings or businesses which are Transactions with Mandated Interested Persons which do not fall within the ambit of the Shareholders’ Mandate shall not part of our day-to-day operations. be subject to the relevant provisions of Chapter 9 of the Listing Manual. Pursuant to Rule 920(2) of the Listing Manual, our Company may treat a general mandate as having been obtained from Mandated Transactions our Shareholders (“Shareholders’ Mandate”) for us to enter into interested persons transactions with our interested persons, if the information required under Rule 920(1)(b) of the Listing Manual is included in this document. In relation to us, the information required by Rule 920(1)(b) is as follows: The transactions with interested persons which will be covered by the Shareholders’ Mandate (“Mandated Transactions”) relating to the provision to, or obtaining from, interested persons of products and services in the ordinary course of business of our Group or which are necessary for the day-to-day operations of our Group (but not in respect of the purchase or sale of assets, undertakings or businesses which are not part of our day-to-day operations) are as follows: (a) the class of interested persons with which the Entity At Risk (as defined below) will be transacting; (b) the nature of the transactions contemplated under the mandate; (c) the rationale and benefit to the Entity At Risk; (d) the methods or procedures for determining transaction prices; (e) the independent financial advisor’s opinion on whether the methods or procedures in (d) above are sufficient to ensure that the transactions will be carried out on normal commercial terms and will not be prejudicial to the interests of our Company and our minority Shareholders; (a) purchases from interested persons of raw materials and packaging materials including new and used glass bottles, aluminium cans, molasses, herbs for the production of beer concentrate, cartons and caps; (b) obtaining from interested persons of insurance and insurance-related services; (c) purchases from interested persons of all kinds of consumer products, office and storage supplies including tissue paper and sugar for office use, scrap steel, malt bags and wooden pallets; (d) obtaining from interested persons of services, including services relating to provision of accommodation, vehicles and facilities for the directors of the Company and/or subsidiaries, staff training, telecommunications and software licensing, marketing and advertising and management services and services for the manufacturing and distributorship of products; (f) an opinion from our Audit Committee if it takes a different view to the independent financial advisor; and (e) obtaining from interested persons of leases or subleases of office space, warehouses, passenger cars and land; (g) a statement from us that we will obtain a new mandate from our Shareholders if the methods or procedures in (d) above become inappropriate. (f) provision to interested persons of services including procurement services, property improvement services, advertising and sales services and manufacturing services; The Shareholders’ Mandate, if renewed, will be effective until the next annual general meeting. (g) lease or sub-lease to interested persons of office space, warehouses, passenger cars and land; Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 206 207 (h) sale to interested persons of by-products including fertilizer, used bottles, and factory remnants such as aluminium and glass remnants and scrap paper; (i) sale to interested persons of our beer, spirits and water, and soda and other products; and (j) provision or the obtaining of such other products and/or services which are incidental to or in connection with the provision or obtaining of products and/or services in sub-paragraphs (a) to (i) above. Review Procedures for Interested Persons Transactions Our Audit Committee has oversight of all interested persons transactions undertaken by our Group including, the review Approval Limits Relevant Approving Authority Interested person transaction not exceeding Baht 500,000 in value A deputy managing director or officer of equivalent rank Interested person transaction above Baht 500,000 but not exceeding Baht 5 million in value A managing director or officer of equivalent rank Interested person transaction above Baht 5 million but not exceeding Baht 10 million in value A vice-chairman or officer of equivalent rank Interested person transaction above Baht 10 million but not exceeding Baht 20 million in value A chairman or officer of equivalent rank Interested person transaction above Baht 20 million but not exceeding 3% of the latest audited net tangible assets of the Group in value Any two vice-chairmen and/or chairmen or officers of equivalent rank Interested person transaction above 3% of the latest audited net tangible assets of the Group in value Any two Audit Committee members, one of whom must be the Lead Independent Director for IPTs and where required, approval of such transactions. For this purpose, our Board of Directors has appointed Mr. Ng Tat Pun, an independent non-executive Director and member of the Audit Committee, to lead the Audit Committee in its role in respect of interested persons transactions undertaken by our Group (the “Lead Independent Director for IPTs”). We have also established the following procedures to ensure that the interested persons transactions are undertaken on an arm’s length basis and on normal commercial terms. Review Procedures and Threshold Limits In general, there are procedures established by our Group to ensure that interested persons transactions, including the Mandated Transactions with the Mandated Interested Persons, are undertaken on an arm’s length basis and on normal commercial terms consistent with our Group’s usual business practices and policies, and on terms which are generally no more favorable to the interested persons than those extended to or obtained from unrelated third parties. In particular, the following review procedures have been implemented: In relation to paragraph (j) above under “General Mandate for Interested Persons Transactions - Mandated Transactions,” the Relevant Approving Authority (as determined by the value of the transaction) will also (1) Procurement and purchase of goods and obtaining services assess and approve that the proposed transaction is one which is incidental to or in connection with the provision or obtaining of products and/or services in sub-paragraphs (a), (b), (c) and (d) above under (a) All procurement and purchases made by our Group of a recurring nature which are in the ordinary course of business of our Group or which are necessary for the day-to-day operations of our Group, including “General Mandate for Interested Persons Transactions-Mandated Transactions.” procurement and purchases which are Mandated Transactions with Mandated Interested Persons (such as the transactions referred to in paragraphs (a), (b), (c), (d) and (j) above under “General Mandate for Interested Person Transactions - Mandated Transactions”) will be governed by internal control procedures, which detail matters such as the constitution of internal approving authorities, their approval limits, (b) In the event that we cannot obtain competitive quotations (for instance, if there are no unrelated third party vendors of similar products and services (taking into account quantum, specifications and delivery schedules among others), or if the product is proprietary in nature), based on the value of the proposed interested the number of vendors (minimum of two) who provide us quotes, and the review procedures. The guiding persons transaction, the corresponding Relevant Approving Authority as set out above (not being an principle is to objectively obtain the best goods and/or services on the best terms through competitive interested person or his associate) and who does not have any interests, direct or indirect, in relation to the quotations, if appropriate. In determining whether the price and terms offered by interested persons are fair transaction, will determine whether the price and terms offered by the interested person are fair and and reasonable, factors such as, but not limited to, delivery schedules, specification compliance, track record, reasonable. experience and expertise, preferential rates, discounts or rebates offered for bulk purchases, will be taken into consideration. In addition, each interested person transaction entered into by our Group will be monitored as an individual transaction and based on the value of the transaction, will require the prior approval of the corresponding approving authority who is a Director or management employee of the Group (not being an interested person or his associate) and who does not have any interests, whether direct or indirect, in relation to the transaction (the “Relevant Approving Authority”) as follows: Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 208 209 (c) Purchases under the prevailing terms of the Glass Bottle Purchase Agreement dated May 24, 2007 entered into between Bang-Na Logistic Co., Ltd. and Berli Jucker Public Company Limited (the “Glass Bottle Purchase Agreement”) will be covered under the Shareholders’ Mandate, provided that any amendment to the material provisions of the Glass Bottle Purchase Agreement, including any adjustment authorized by the Approval Limits Relevant Approving Authority Interested person transaction not exceeding Baht 200,000 in value A deputy managing director or officer of equivalent rank Interested person transaction above Baht 200,000 but not exceeding Baht 500,000 in value A managing director or officer of equivalent rank Interested person transaction above Baht 500,000 but not exceeding Baht 5 million in value A vice chairman or officer of equivalent rank Interested person transaction above Baht 5 million but not exceeding 3% of the latest audited net tangible assets of the Group in value A chairman or officer of equivalent rank Interested person transaction above 3% of the latest audited net tangible assets of the Group in value Any two Audit Committee members, one of whom must be the Lead Independent Director for IPTs agreement to the purchase price for glass bottles pursuant to and any renewal or extension of tenure of the Glass Bottle Purchase Agreement, requires the approval of our Board of Directors and the Audit Committee. (2) Other interested persons transactions of a recurring nature (a) We intend to conduct other interested persons transactions not covered by paragraph ( 1 ) above which are of a recurring nature and that occur in the ordinary course of business of our Group. These transactions are necessary for the day-to-day operations of our Group and include the sale of products and provisions of services to interested persons and lease or sub-lease of property to or from interested persons and the Mandated Transactions with Mandated Interested Persons referred to in paragraphs (e), (f), (g), (h), (i) and (j) under “General Mandate for Interested Persons Transactions - Mandated Transactions” above. We intend to conduct these transactions at the prevailing market rates or prices of the product or service to be provided, and at prevailing market rentals for leases and sub-leases of property, on terms no more favorable to the interested person than the usual commercial terms extended to or, where applicable, by unrelated third parties (including, where applicable, preferential rates, discounts to favored customers or for bulk purchases) or otherwise in accordance with applicable industry norms, provided that: In relation to paragraph (j) above under “General Mandate for Interested Persons Transactions - Mandated Transactions,” the Relevant Approving Authority (as determined by the value of the transaction) will also assess and approve that the proposed transaction is one which is incidental to or in connection with the provision or obtaining of products and/or services in sub-paragraphs (e), (f), (g), (h) and (i) above under “General Mandate (i) in relation to the sale of products and provision of services which are not contemporaneously in time for Interested Persons Transactions - Mandated Transactions.” as the proposed interested person transaction being sold or provided to an unrelated third party, quotes from at least two other suppliers who are unrelated third parties not being the relevant interested person or his associates of similar products or services will be obtained; and (b) Where the prevailing market rates or prices are not available, whether due to the nature of products to be sold or services to be provided, the unavailability or impracticality of obtaining quotes from third party sources or otherwise, our Group’s pricing for these products and services will be determined in accordance (ii) in relation to the lease or sub-lease of property, we are required to obtain enquiries with at least two landlords and/or tenants who are unrelated third parties not being the relevant interested person or his associates of similarly sized and located properties put to similar use. with the Group’s usual business practices and pricing policies, consistent with the usual margin our Group will obtain for the same or substantially similar type of transaction with unrelated third parties. In determining the transaction price payable by Mandated Interested Persons for these products or services, factors such as, but not limited to, quantity, volume, consumption, customer requirements, specifications, duration of contract In addition, each interested person transaction entered into by our Group will be monitored as an individual transaction and based on the value of the transaction, will require the prior approval of the corresponding Relevant Approving Authority who is a Director or management employee of the Group (not being an interested person or his associate) and who does not have any interests, whether direct or indirect, in relation to the transaction as follows: and strategic purposes of the transaction will be taken into account. In relation to leases and sub-leases of property, where prevailing market rentals are not available, whether due to the unavailability or impracticality of obtaining rental comparisons or otherwise, rental will be determined according to the Group’s usual business practices and policies. In addition, based on the value of the proposed interested person transaction, the corresponding Relevant Approving Authority as set out in paragraph (a) above (not being an interested person or his associate) and who does not have any interests, direct or indirect, in relation to the transaction, will determine whether the price and terms offered by the interested person are fair and reasonable. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 210 (3) Non-recurring interested persons transactions 211 Other Review Procedures Our Audit Committee led by the Lead Independent Director for IPTs will also review all interested persons transactions We may from time to time also conduct interested persons transactions not covered by paragraphs (1) and (2) including, Mandated Transactions to ensure that the prevailing rules and regulations of the SGX-ST (in particular, above and which do not form part of the Shareholders’ Mandate. These transactions are not of a recurring nature Chapter 9 of the Listing Manual) are complied with. or occur outside the ordinary course of business of our Group or which may not be necessary for the day-to-day operations of our Group and include the purchase or sale of assets, undertakings or businesses which are not Our Group has also implemented the following procedures for the identification of interested persons transactions part of our day-to-day operations. We intend to conduct such transactions in accordance with the SGX-ST Listing (including Mandated Transactions) and interested persons (including Mandated Interested Persons) and the recording Manual, including the threshold, approval and other requirements under paragraphs 905 and 906 of the SGX-ST of all our interested person transactions: Listing Manual. In addition, we will monitor each transaction on an individual basis, and each transaction will require the prior approval of the corresponding Relevant Approving Authority below who is a Director or (a) our Group Chief Financial Officer will maintain a register of all transactions carried out with interested persons, management employee of the Group (not being an interested person or his associate) and who does not have including the Mandated Interested Persons (and the basis, including the quotations obtained to support such basis, any interests, whether direct or indirect, in relation to the transaction. The Relevant Approving Authority will also on which these transactions are entered into), whether mandated or non-mandated; and review the transaction to ensure that they are carried out on normal commercial terms and not prejudicial to the interests of our Company and minority Shareholders: (b) on a quarterly basis, our Group Chief Financial Officer will submit a report to our Audit Committee of all recorded interested persons transactions, and the basis of all recorded interested persons transactions, entered into by our Group. Our Company’s annual internal audit plan will incorporate a review of all interested persons transactions, Approval Limits Relevant Approving Authority including the established review procedures for the monitoring of the interested persons transactions including Mandated Transactions, entered into or existing interested persons transactions that are renewed or revised during Interested person transaction not exceeding Baht 200,000 in value A deputy managing director or officer of equivalent rank Interested person transaction above Baht 200,000 but not exceeding Baht 500,000 in value A managing director or officer of equivalent rank the current financial year, pursuant to the Shareholders’ Mandate. In addition, our Audit Committee led by the Lead Independent Director for IPTs will review, on a quarterly basis, internal controls and review procedures for interested persons transactions to determine if they are adequate and/or commercially practicable in ensuring that the transactions between our Group and interested persons are conducted Interested person transaction above Baht 500,000 but not exceeding Baht 5 million in value A vice chairman or officer of equivalent rank Interested person transaction above Baht 5 million but not exceeding 3% of the latest audited net tangible assets of the Group in value A chairman or officer of equivalent rank Interested person transaction above 3% of the latest audited net tangible assets of the Group in value Any two Audit Committee members, one of whom must be the Lead Independent Director for IPTs on normal commercial terms and are not prejudicial to the interests of our Company and our minority Shareholders. In conjunction with this review, our Audit Committee will also ascertain whether we have complied with the established review procedures. Further, if during these periodic reviews by our Audit Committee, our Audit Committee is of the view that the internal controls and review procedures for interested persons transactions are inappropriate or not sufficient to ensure that the interested persons transactions will be on normal commercial terms and not prejudicial to the interests of our Company and our minority Shareholders, our Audit Committee will (pursuant to Rule 920(1)(b)(iv) and (vii) of the Listing Manual) revert to our Shareholders for a new Shareholders’ Mandate based on new internal controls and review procedures for transactions with the Mandated Interested Persons. During the period prior to obtaining a new mandate from Shareholders, all transactions with interested persons will be subject to prior review and approval by the Audit Committee. For the purposes of the above review of the internal controls and review procedures, any member of our Audit Committee In the event that these interested persons transactions require the approval of our Shareholders, additional who is not considered independent will abstain from participating in the Audit Committee’s review of the internal information may be required to be presented to Shareholders and an independent financial adviser may be controls and review procedures. appointed for an opinion . Our Audit Committee will have overall responsibility for determining the review procedures with the authority to delegate to individuals or committees within our Group as they deem appropriate. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 212 213 Accounting Manual Policy Schedule Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited List of our Mandated Interested Persons Accounting Manuals Mandated Interested Persons ThaiBev and all subsidiaries in Thailand have already implemented the use of the accounting manuals which were assisted to develop by Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Jaiyos Advisory (Deloitte), part of one of the world’s top four auditing 1. TCC Holding Co., Ltd. 23. Pisetkij Co., Ltd. 2. Bang-Na Glass Co., Ltd. 24. Plastic Agachon Co., Ltd. 3. Berli Jucker Cellox Co., Ltd. 25. Plaza Athenee Hotel (Thailand) Co., Ltd. 4. BJC Industrial and Trading Company Limited (1) firms, to assist. The accounting manuals will be used eventually to aid in the uniform understanding and utilization of of accounts, organization chart, accounting process flow, samples of documents and reports received and generated in 26. Queen’s Park Hotel Co., Ltd. the accounting process and etc. 5. Berli Jucker Foods Co., Ltd. 27. Regent Gold Property Fund 6. Berli Jucker Logistics Co., Ltd. 28. Siam Realty Co., Ltd. 7. Berli Jucker Public Company Limited 29. Southeast Capital Co., Ltd. 8. Berli Jucker Special Co., Ltd. 30. The Southeast Insurance (2000) Co., Ltd. 9. BJC Marketing Co., Ltd. , 31. The Southeast Life Insurance Co., Ltd. 10. BJC Healthcare Co., Ltd. (2) the accounting system throughout companies in ThaiBev group. They formally comprises our accounting policy, chart All subsidiaries outside Thailand will apply and implement the use of these accounting manuals within 2008. 32. The Suphanburi Sugar Industry Co., Ltd. (3) 11. Chalitlarp Co., Ltd. 33. T.C.C. Service Apartment Co., Ltd. 12. Dhipaya Sugar (1999) Co., Ltd. 34. Terragro Co., Ltd. 13. Golden Wealth Co., Ltd. 35. T.C.C. Capital Co., Ltd. 14. Indara Insurance Public Company Limited 36. T.C.C. Commercial Property Management Co., Ltd. 15. Lake View Golf and Yacht Club Co., Ltd. 37. T.C.C. Technology Co., Ltd. 16. Lake View Land Co., Ltd. 38. Thai Beverage Can Co., Ltd. 17. Mae Ping Hotel (1988) Co., Ltd. 39. Thai Charoen Insurance Public Company Limited 18. N.C.C. Management and Development Co., Ltd. 40. The Chonburi Sugar Corporation Limited 19. New Noble Property and Loan Fund 41. Thai Glass Industries Public Company Limited 20. Nongkhai Country Golf Club Co., Ltd. 42. The Maewang Sugar Industry Co., Ltd. 21. North Park Golf and Sports Club Co., Ltd. 43. The New Imperial Hotel Public Company Limited 22. P.S. Recycle Co., Ltd. 44. The Utaradit Sugar Industry Co., Ltd. SAP System (4) Implementation and Status of ThaiBev’s SAP Project (for this year) In 2001, Beer Thai (1991) Public Company Limited, a subsidiary of ThaiBev, started SAP implementation for its brewery group and realized benefits from data consistency and cooperation across departments/companies. Even though the existing system could support financial and management operations and enable ThaiBev to close its accounting book efficiently and in a timely manner, ThaiBev wished to further realize the benefits of collaboration across business units and consistent business processes via SAP implementation. In the initial phase, ThaiBev approved a budget in 2006 to implement the SAP system for holding company and 33 core subsidiaries in Thailand. 2006 2007 Plan in 2008 - Direct subsidiaries 51 52 54 - Indirect subsidiaries 10 9 9 - Overseas subsidiaries 2 11 11 - Overseas subsidiaries - 11 11 - 3 3 No of Companies Note (1) Its former name was BJC Engineering Co., Ltd. (2) Its former name was BJC Trading Co., Ltd. (3) Its former name was Tara Hotel Co., Ltd. (4) Its former name was T.C.C. Agro Co., Ltd. (currently non-trading) - Overseas indirect associates Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 214 2006 ThaiBev Direct subsidiaries 2007 Existing System Plan in 2008 Announcement to SGX 2007 Existing System 1 SAP System 2 SAP System 34 SAP System 42 The Company recognizes how important of the transparency of information disclosure. In 2007, the Company made Existing System 49 Existing System 18 BC-Account 12 two hundred and sixty-five announcements via SGX-NET categorized as follows: 1 SAP System 215 1 Compliance with Singapore Exchange Regulations and Best Practices w interface to SAP 1. Six announcements of quarterly financial statements and dividend declaration. Indirect subsidiaries Existing System 10 Existing System 9 SAP System 9 2. Two hundred and two notices of substantial shareholders’ and directors’ interests and changes in interest. Overseas subsidiaries Existing System 2 Existing System 11 Existing System 11 When the Company Secretary was informed of the changes in interest of any director(s), the Company Secretary also reported such information to other directors. Overseas subsidiaries (currently non-trading) - Existing System 11 Existing System 11 Overseas Indirect associates - Existing System Existing System 3 3 3. Three announcements/report involving with occupying the positions of Directors and Executives (1) Mr. Panote Sirivadhanabhakdi was appointed as Director of Thai Beverage Public Company Limited to replace Mr. Paisal Chevasiri who resigned from the position. The SAP implementation for ThaiBev in this initial phase is slightly ahead of the original schedule and covers more companies in its scope than that in the proposed plan. In 2007, ThaiBev successfully went live using the SAP system in 32 subsidiaries in Thailand, including sixteen distilleries, one industrial alcohol distillery, five beer and spirits’ agencies, and 10 related business companies. In addition, ThaiBev is going live with the SAP system in another 3 companies, including Thai Beverage Logistics Co., Ltd., Cosmos Brewery (Thailand) Co., Ltd. and ThaiBev on the January 1, 2008. To aid in the uniform understanding and utilization of the standardized processes, ThaiBev plans to extend SAP implementation to another 15 direct and indirect subsidiaries in Thailand, including recently acquired distillery in 2008. (2) Mr. Kasemsan Veerakul resigned from the position of Vice President of Office of Corporate Communications of Thai Beverage Public Company Limited and also resigned from the position of director of subsidiary companies. (3) Report of persons occupying a managerial position who are related to a director, CEO, or substantial shareholder. 4. One announcement of acquisitions and realizations of assets of other companies resulting from acquisitions by Company’s subsidiary. In addition, the key sales and accounting information from BC-Accounting systems used in 12 distribution companies will also be interfaced to the SAP system to better provide integrated view of overall operations in Thailand. The extension 5. Fifty three miscellaneous announcements to either conform to the regulations of the SGX or to give information to of the project scope in 2008 will mainly be implemented by the ThaiBev IT team with some support from the existing investors, involving details of capital increases of the Company’s subsidiaries, the change of the name of Company’s consulting team and its implementation costs will still be within the originally approved budget. subsidiaries, a summary of business performance results for each quarter for investors, a clarification of news about the Company, and disclosure of connected transactions among interested persons. Because of the diversity of ThaiBev’s overseas business, ThaiBev will consider IT investment in these subsidiaries based on their existing IT system, size of business, local regulations and social environment. Meanwhile, ThaiBev will continuously improve its financial consolidation process by utilizing the Consolidated Performance Management System, based on the current SAP implementation in Thailand, to collect key accounting and operational information from both the SAP and existing systems used in subsidiaries. Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 216 217 General Corporate Information Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited Company Name Address Post Code Telephone Fax Remark Alcohol Group 1. Thai Alcohol Public Company Limited 31-35 Chalermkhet 1 Road, Wat Thepsirin Sub-District, Pomprab Satru-pai District, Bangkok 10100 (02) 223 6679 (02) 223 6626 (02) 225 4205 2 Moo 5, Tambon Bang Sai Pa, Amphoe Banglen Nakhon Pathom 73130 (034) 391 021-4 (034) 234 909 15 Moo 14, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 (02) 127 5555 (02) 617 9545 349 Moo 2 Tambon Mae Lad, Amphoe Klong Klung, Kempaengphet 62120 (055) 728 400-15 (055) 728 416 15 Moo 14, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 (02) 127 5555 (02) 617 9546 68 Moo 2, Tambon Namtoa, Amphoe Bangban, Ayutthaya 13250 15 Moo 14, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 77 Moo 1 Phaholyothin Road KM. 54, Amphoe Wangnoi, Ayutthaya 13170 Company Name Address Post Code Telephone Fax Remark 4. Thanapakdi Co., Ltd. 315 Moo 4, Tambon Mae Faek, Amphoe San Sai, Chiangmai 50290 (053) 849 550-3 (053) 849 555 5. Kanchanasingkorn Co., Ltd. 14 Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 (02) 127 5383 (02) 272 2330 (02) 272 2295 50 Moo 7, Tambon Wangkhanai, Amphoe Thamuang, Kanchanaburi 71110 (034) 611 783-5 (034) 611 786 14 Sangsom Building, Soi Yasoob 1, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 (02) 127 5386 (02) 272 2330 488 Moo 1, Tambon Wangdong, Amphoe Muang, Kanchanaburi 71190 (034) 527 100 (034) 527 111 Factory 7. Sura Bangyikhan Co., Ltd. 82 Moo 3, Tambon Bang Khoo Wat, Amphoe Muang, Pathum Thani 12000 (02) 598 2850-9 (02) 598 2858 Factory 8. Athimart Co., Ltd. 170 Moo 11, Tambon Nikhom, Amphoe Satuek, Buri Rum 31150 (044) 627 200-3 (044) 681 011-2 (044) 627 202 9. S.S. Karnsura Co., Ltd. 101 Moo 8, Tambon Kaeng Dom, King Amphoe Sawang Wirawong, Ubon Ratchathani 34190 (045) 202 210-1 (045) 442 006-8 (045) 202 212 10. Kankwan Co., Ltd. 14 Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 (02) 127 5555 (02) 272 2321 (02) 272 2295 309 Moo 6, Nampong-Kranuan Road, Tambon Nampong, Amphoe Nampong, Khon Kaen 40310 (043) 441 013-5 (043) 441 017, 441 438 11. Theparunothai Co., Ltd. 99 Moo 4, Tambon Hat Kham, Amphoe Muang, Nong Khai 43000 (042) 462 657 (042) 012 521 (042) 012 525 (042) 012 524 12. Red Bull Distillery (1988) Co., Ltd. 15 Moo 14, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 (02) 127 5555 (02) 272 2330 8 Moo 5, Setthakit 1 Road, Tambon Nadee Amphoe Muang, Samut Sakhon 74000 (034) 830 213-6 (034) 830 213-6 14 Sangsom Building, Soi Yasoob 1, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 (02) 127 5555 (02) 272 2321 (02) 272 2334 (034) 331 954 (034) 227 754-7 (034) 331 955 Factory Factory Brewery Group 6. Sura Piset Thipharat Co., Ltd. 1. Beer Thai (1991) Public Company Limited 2. Beer Thip Brewery (1991) Co., Ltd. 3. Cosmos Brewery (Thailand) Co., Ltd. (035) 289 333-47 (02) 127 5555 (035) 362 175-8 (035) 289 371 Factory Factory (02) 617 9685 (035) 362 179 Factory Distillery Group 1. Sangsom Co., Ltd. 14 Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 (02) 127 5384 49 Moo 4, Tambon Hormkret, Amphoe Sampran, Nakhon Pathom 73110 37/3 Moo 7, Tambon Wangkhanai, Amphoe Thamuang, Kanchanaburi 71110 (034) 611 053 (034) 611 778 2. Fuengfuanant Co., Ltd. 333 Moo 1, Tambon Tha Toom, Amphoe Si Maha Phot, Prachin Buri 25140 (037) 285 016-20 (037) 285 237 3. Mongkolsamai Co., Ltd. 14 Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 (02) 127 5382 (02) 272 2330 149 Moo 5, Wangseesoob Ngew-Ngam Road, Tambon Phajud, Amphoe Muang, Uttaradit 53000 (055) 449 126-30 (055) 449 131 (034) 321 777-9 (02) 272 2330 (034) 321 777 Factory 1 Factory 2 13. United Winery and Distillery Co., Ltd. Factory 54 Moo 2, Sukhaphiban Road, 73120 Tambon Nakhonchaisri, Amphoe Nakhonchaisri, Nakhon Pathom Factory Factory Factory Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 218 Company Name 14. Simathurakij Co., Ltd. Address Post Code Telephone Remark 1 Moo 6, Tambon Ban Daen, Amphoe Banphot Phisai, Nakhon Sawan 60180 14 Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 1 Moo 2, Highway No. 41 Road, Tambon Tharongchang, Amphoe Punpin, Surat Thani 84130 16. Luckchai Liquor Trading Co., Ltd. 46 Moo 1, Tambon Nong Klang Na, Amphoe Muang, Ratchaburi 70000 (032) 321 791-2 (032) 313 611-2 (032) 321 793 17. Sura Piset Pattharalanna Co., Ltd. 14 Sangsom Building, Soi Yasoob 1, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 (02) 127 5555 (02) 272 2330 Dormant 18. United Products Co., Ltd. 56 Moo 2, Sukhaphiban Road, Tambon Nakhonchaisri, Amphoe Nakhonchaisri, Nakhon Pathom 73120 (034) 331 157 (034) 331 787 Factory 79 Moo 3, Tambon Lumlookbua, Amphoe Dontoom, Nakhon Pathom 73150 15. Nateechai Co., Ltd. 19. SPM Foods and Beverages Co., Ltd. (056) 279 088-9 Fax (02) 127 5555 (077) 357 170-3 (034) 302 194 (056) 350 660 219 Company Name (034) 302 194 Post Code Telephone Fax Liquor Marketing Group 1. Num Yuk Co., Ltd. 95/390-391 Trok Nokkhet, 10120 Rama III Road, Chong Nonsi Sub-District, Yannawa District, Bangkok (02) 291 9711-5 (02) 289 4751 2. Num Thurakij Co., Ltd. 51/40-41 Moo 3, Sukhumvit Road, Tambon Ban Suan, Amphoe Muang, Chon Buri 20000 (038) 287 268-9 (038) 272 525 3. Num Muang Co., Ltd. 16/2 Moo 1, U Thong Road, Tambon Tha Wasukri, Amphoe Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Ayutthaya 13000 (035) 242 691 (035) 242 691 4. Num Nakorn Co., Ltd. 149/3 Chulachomklao Road, Tambon Tha Kham, Amphoe Phun Phin, Surat Thani 84130 (077) 224 771-4 (077) 224 775 5. Num Palang Co., Ltd. 1/7-8 Phraya Surasi Road, Tambon Nai Muang, Amphoe Muang, Phitsanulok 65000 (055) 241 132 (055) 243 610 6. Num Kijjakarn Co., Ltd. 1, 3, 5 Trok Wat Muang, Suranaree Road, Tambon Nai Muang, Amphoe Muang, Nakhon Ratchasima 30000 (044) 242 496 (044) 241 747 1. Thipchalothorn Co., Ltd. 15 Moo 14, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 (02) 127 5555 (02) 272 2584 2. Krittayabun Co., Ltd. 14 Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 (02) 127 5555 (02) 272 2584 3. Surathip Co., Ltd. 14 Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 (02) 127 5555 (02) 272 2584 4. Sunthornpirom Co., Ltd. 14 Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 (02) 127 5555 (02) 272 2584 5. Piromsurang Co., Ltd. 14 Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 (02) 127 5555 (02) 272 2584 15 Moo 14, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 (02) 127 5203 (02) 617 9600 (02) 272 2330 (02) 272 2295 (077) 357 174 Address Factory Factory Distribution Agent Group Beer Marketing Group 1. Pomthip Co., Ltd. 2194 Charoen Krung Road, Wat Phraya Krai Sub-District, Bang Kho Laem District, Bangkok 10120 (02) 291 9711 (02) 289 4751 2. Pomkit Co., Ltd. 48, 50, 52 Suranaree Road, Tambon Nai Muang, Amphoe Muang, Nakhon Ratchasima 30000 (044) 242 496 (044) 241 747 3. Pomchok Co., Ltd. 16/1 Moo 1, U Thong Road, Tambon Tha Wasukri, Amphoe Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Ayutthaya 13000 (035) 241 678 (035) 241 313 135/3 Moo 4, Kanchanavithi Road, Tambon Bang Kung, Amphoe Muang, Surat Thani 84000 80/13-14 Ekathosarot Road, Tambon Nai Muang, Amphoe Muang, Phitsanulok 65000 51/42 Moo 3, Sukhumvit Road, Tambon Ban Suan, Amphoe Muang, Chon Buri 20000 4. Pomcharoen Co., Ltd. 5. Pomklung Co., Ltd. 6. Pomburapa Co., Ltd. (077) 224 774 (055) 241 132 (077) 224 775 (055) 243 610 Import - Export & Logistics Group (038) 287 268 (038) 272 525 1. Thai Beverage Marketing Co., Ltd. Remark Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 220 Company Name 2. Thai Beverage Logistics Co., Ltd. Address 14 Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok Post Code 10900 Telephone (02) 127 5840 (02) 127 5555 Fax (02) 617 9619 Remark 221 Company Name Address Post Code 2. InterBev (Singapore) Limited 3 Philip Street # 13-04 Commerce Point, Singapore 048693 3. InterBev (Cambodia) Co., Ltd. 140 Nehru (Street # 215) Sankat Vealvong, Khan 7 Makara, Phnom Penh, Kingdom of Cambodia 4. InterBev Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. No 9-1, Jalan USJ 1/1B, Regalia Business Centre, 47620 Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia. Related Business Group 1. Dhospaak Co., Ltd. 195 Empire Tower, 25th Floor, 10120 Sathon Tai Road, Yannawa Sub-District, Sathon District, Bangkok (02) 670 2525 15 Moo 14, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 (02) 127 5555 15 Moo 14, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 14 Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 5. Additive Food Co., Ltd. 15 Moo 14, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 (02) 127 5555 (02) 617 9647 6. Charun Business 52 Co., Ltd. 15 Moo 14, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 (02) 127 5323-4 (02) 617 9688 15 Moo 14, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 8. Dhanasindhi Co., Ltd. 949/6-8 Nakhon Chaisi Road, Thanon Nakhon Chaisi Sub-District, Dusit District, Bangkok 10300 (02) 241 0127 (02) 241 0858 (02) 243 1607 9. Bang-na Logistics Co., Ltd. 15 Moo 14, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 (02) 127 5511 (02) 617 9549 14 Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 2. Pan International (Thailand) Co., Ltd. 3. Bionic Humus Co., Ltd. 4. Thai Molasses Co., Ltd. 7. Thai Cooperage Co., Ltd. (02) 127 5555 (02) 617 9500-29 Fax (65) 6435 2880 (65) 6436 9930 (855) (23) 881 484 (855) (23) 881 484 47620 (603) 8023-4923 (603) 8023-5923 10165 (646) 896 3800 (1) 646 896 3801 Remark (02) 670 2551 (02) 617 9685 5. International Beverage Holdings Limited USA, Inc. 60 East 42nd Street, Suite 2134, New York, NY (02) 127 5555 Telephone (02) 272 3038 6. Best Spirits Company Limited Room 901-2, Silvercord Tower 1, 30 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong (852) 2375 6648 (852) 2375 6188 7. International Beverage Holdings (UK) Limited Moffat Distillery, Airdrie, ML6 8PL, Scotland (44) 1236 769377 (44) 1236 779001 8. Blairmhor Limited Moffat Distillery, Airdrie ML6 8PL, Scotland (44) 1236 769377 (44) 1236 769781 9. Blairmhor Distillers Limited Moffat Distillery, Airdrie, ML6 8PL, Scotland (44) 1236 769377 (44) 1236 769781 10. Inver House Distillers Limited Moffat Distillery, Airdrie, ML6 8PL, Scotland (44) 1236 769377 (44) 1236 769781 11. Liquorland Limited 8 Westbank Road, Belfast, BT3 9JL, Northern Ireland (44) 289 077 3990 (44) 289 037 0566 Dormant 12. Inver House Polska Limited ul. Obodrzyców 34 A/1, 81-812 Sopot, Poland (48) 585 502 111 (48) 585 502 111 Dormant 13. Wee Beastie Limited Moffat Distillery, Airdrie, ML6 8PL, Scotland (44) 1236 769377 (44) 1236 769781 14. Inver House Distribution SA Avenue des Tilleuls, 62140 Marconne, France (33) 2 181 6170 (33) 2 181 1321 Dormant 15. Moffat & Towers Limited Moffat Distillery, Airdrie, ML6 8PL, Scotland (44) 1236 769377 (44) 1236 769781 Dormant 16. The Knockdhu Distillery Company Limited Moffat Distillery, Airdrie, ML6 8PL, Scotland (44) 1236 769377 (44) 1236 769781 Dormant 17. Speyburn-Glenlivet Distillery Company Limited Moffat Distillery, Airdrie, ML6 8PL, Scotland (44) 1236 769377 (44) 1236 769781 Dormant 18. The Pulteney Distillery Company Limited Moffat Distillery, Airdrie, ML6 8PL, Scotland (44) 1236 769377 (44) 1236 769781 Dormant (02) 272 2432 Dormant (02) 617 9530 Non-Alcohol Group 1. Wrangyer Beverage (2008) Co., Ltd.* (02) 127 5497 (02) 272 2584 Remark: * Registered the change of the company’s name from “Maharas Agri Co., Ltd.” on February 19, 2008. Overseas Group 1. International Beverage Holdings Limited Room 901-2, Silvercord Tower 1, 30 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong (852) 2375 6648 (852) 2375 6188 Annual Report 2007 Thai Beverage Public Company Limited 222 Company Name Address Post Code Telephone Fax Remark 19. The Balblair Distillery Company Limited Moffat Distillery, Airdrie, ML6 8PL, Scotland (44) 1236 769377 (44) 1236 769781 Dormant 20. Glen Calder Blenders Limited Moffat Distillery, Airdrie, ML6 8PL, Scotland (44) 1236 769377 (44) 1236 769781 Dormant 21. Hankey Bannister & Company Limited Moffat Distillery, Airdrie, ML6 8PL, Scotland (44) 1236 769377 (44) 1236 769781 Dormant 22. R. Carmichael & Sons Limited Moffat Distillery, Airdrie, ML6 8PL, Scotland (44) 1236 769377 (44) 1236 769781 Dormant 23. J. MacArthur Junior & Company Limited Moffat Distillery, Airdrie, ML6 8PL, Scotland (44) 1236 769377 (44) 1236 769781 Dormant 24. Mason & Summers Limited 10 Foster Lane, London, EC2V 6HH, England (44) 1236 769377 (44) 1236 769781 Dormant 25. James Catto & Company Limited Moffat Distillery, Airdrie, ML6 8PL, Scotland (44) 1236 769377 (44) 1236 769781 Dormant Others 15 Moo 14, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 (02) 127 5555 (02) 272 2584 2. Archa Beer Co., Ltd. 14 Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 (02) 127 5555 (02) 272 2584 3. Beer Chang Co., Ltd. 15 Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 (02) 127 5555 (02) 272 2584 4. Muangkij Co., Ltd. 9 Dao Khanong-Chom Thong Road, Bang Kho Sub-District, Chom Thong District, Bangkok 10120 (02) 127 5328 (02) 272 2584 5. Banglen Agriculture Co., Ltd. 31-35 Chalermkhet 1 Road, Wat Thepsirin Sub-District, Pomprab Satru-pai District, Bangkok 10100 (02) 223 3125 (02) 225 4205 Dormant 6. Sint Ek Panich Co., Ltd. 31-35 Chalermkhet 1 Road, Wat Thepsirin Sub-District, Pomprab Satru-pai District, Bangkok 10100 (02) 223 3125 (02) 225 4205 Dormant 7. Vidhayathan Co., Ltd. 15 Moo 14, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 (02) 617 9500-29 (02) 617 9530 14 Sangsom Building, Soi Yasoob 1, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 (02) 127 5555 (02) 272 2330 Company Name Address Telephone Fax Remark 14 Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 (02) 127 5555 (02) 272 2330 Dormant 10. Thai Thum Distillery Co., Ltd. 14 Sangsom Building, Soi Yasoob 1, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 (02) 127 5555 (02) 272 2330 Dormant 11. Pan Alcohol Co., Ltd. 15 Moo 14, Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chomphon Sub-District, Chatuchak District, Bangkok 10900 (02) 127 5555 (02) 272 2330 Dormant Company Compliance Advisor Venture Law LLC 50 Raffles Place #31-01 Singapore Land Tower Singapore 048623 Dormant Post Code 9. Sura Piset Samphan Co., Ltd. Company Legal Advisor White & Case (Thailand) Limited 22nd floor, Mercury Tower 540 Ploenchit Road Lumpini, Pathumwan Bangkok 10330 1. T.C.C. Cosmo Corporation Limited 8. Sura Piset Sahasan Co., Ltd. 223 Certified Public Accountant Mr. Nirand Lilamethwat (CPA No. 2316) or Mr. Supot Singhasaneh (CPA No. 2826) or Ms. Nittaya Chetchotiros (CPA No. 4439) of KPMG Phoomchai Audit Ltd. has been appointed as Company Auditor on April 20, 2007.