RAMIRENT PLC FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 12.2.2010 AT 9:00 AM
RAMIRENT'S 2009: HEALTHY CASH FLOW GENERATION AND STRENGTHENED FINANCIAL
POSITION IN DIFFICULT ENVIRONMENT
Note! Figures in brackets, unless otherwise stated, refer to the corresponding
period a year earlier.
JANUARY - DECEMBER 2009 HIGHLIGHTS
- Net sales decreased by 28.5% to EUR 502.5 (702.6) million; at comparable
exchange rates, the decline was 23.5%
- EBITDA of EUR 129.9 (188.8) million or 25.8% (26.9%) of net sales
- EBIT of EUR 28.8 (79.7) million or 5.7% (11.4%) of net sales
- Net profit of EUR 4.7 (33.7) million and EPS of EUR 0.04 (0.31)
- Gross capital expenditure was EUR 17.5 (201.3) million
- Cash flow after investments increased to EUR 87.6 (7.0) million
- Net debt was EUR 207.2 (303.0) million and gearing was 67.8% (107.8%)
- Cost savings target achieved; Fixed costs reduced by EUR 75 million
- The Board proposes a dividend of EUR 0.15 (0) per share for the year 2009. In
addition, the Board proposes to be authorised to decide on the payment of an
additional dividend to the dividend decided at the AGM, however no more than EUR
0.10 per share. The Board shall make its decision no later than 31 December
2010.
OCTOBER - DECEMBER 2009 HIGHLIGHTS
- Net sales decreased by 26.9% to EUR 126.2 (172.5) million; at comparable
exchange rates, the decline was 26.4%
- EBITDA of EUR 26.2 (16.5) million or
20.7% (9.6%) of net sales
- EBIT of EUR -3.6 (-19.7) million or -2.9% (-11.4%) of net sales, including
restructuring costs and write-downs of EUR -8.1 million.
- Net profit of EUR -9.3 (-27.9) million and EPS of EUR -0.09 (-0.26)
- Cash flow after investments of EUR 19.5 (66.5) million
- Two equipment outsourcing deals were signed in Finland and one in Norway
2010 OUTLOOK
Ramirent takes a cautious stance regarding the development of the economy and
expects the equipment rental market to be challenging in 2010. Due to the
restructuring actions and the adjustment of fixed costs, the profit before taxes
is expected to improve in 2010 and the cash flow is expected to be positive.
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| (EUR million) | 10-12/ | 10-12/ | 1-12/ | 1-12/ | Change |
| | 2009 | 2008 | 2009 | 2008 | |
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| Net sales | 126.2 | 172.5 | 502.5 | 702.6 | -28.5% |
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| Operating profit | 26.2 | 16.5 | 129.9 | 188.8 | -31.2% |
| before depreciation | | | | | |
| (EBITDA) | | | | | |
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| Operating profit | -3.6 | -19.7 | 28.8 | 79.7 | -63.9% |
| (EBIT) | | | | | |
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| % of net sales | -2.9% | -11.4% | 5.7% | 11.4% | |
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| Profit before taxes | -7.3 | -32.8 | 12.7 | 50.7 | -75.0% |
| (EBT) | | | | | |
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| Net profit for the | -9.3 | -27.9 | 4.7 | 33.7 | -86.1% |
| period | | | | | |
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| Earnings per share | -0.09 | -0.26 | 0.04 | 0.31 | -86.1% |
| (EPS), (diluted), | | | | | |
| EUR | | | | | |
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| Return on invested | | | 8.5% | 17.5% | |
| capital (ROI), % 1) | | | | | |
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| Net debt | | | 207.2 | 303.0 | -31.6% |
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| Gearing, % | | | 67.8% | 107.8% | |
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| Equity ratio, % | | | 46.6% | 37.4% | |
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| Gross capital | 7.5 | 12.9 | 17.5 | 201.3 | -91.3% |
| expenditure (EUR | | | | | |
| million) | | | | | |
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| Operative cash flow | 19.5 | 66.5 | 87.6 | 7.0 | 1,152.1% |
| after investments | | | | | |
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| Personnel at end of | | | 3,021 | 3,894 | -22.4% |
| period | | | | | |
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MAGNUS ROSÉN, RAMIRENT CEO:
"2009 was a demanding year. As expected, the fourth quarter was in terms of
operating profit the weakest of the year. The reported profits are not
satisfactory. However, in the current economic environment, I am pleased with
the healthy cash flow that continued and that we were able to improve our
financial position. We were also able to complete our cost saving program and
surpassed the fixed cost savings target. Our personnel have done excellent work
in a very demanding environment.
Going forward we are in good shape to capture opportunities that may be provided
due to the recession and to improve profits before taxes in 2010. We expect 2010
to be challenging and therefore near-term priority remains on safeguarding
profitability and generate cash flow. Focus remains strong on right-sizing the
fleet and re-allocating fleet between markets as well as keeping investments at
a low level. We will also accelerate the work on developing a refined Ramirent
platform and improved risk management procedures. Contingency plans are in place
to address the risk of further market decline. Risk management will remain a
high priority.
In the long-term, the prospects of the equipment rental sector remain
favourable. Although a cyclical and capital-intensive sector, the business
remains cash generative and cash flow is reinforced by reduced investment
spending in a downturn. Our goal is to maintain market leading positions and to
continue our long-term profitable growth.”
RAMIRENT GROUP FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 2009
MARKET REVIEW
Due to the global economic and financial crisis, the equipment rental markets
weakened during 2009 in all our geographical regions. Low visibility and high
uncertainty continued due to the global economic slowdown. In Hungary, the
recession continued. Construction activity slowed rapidly in the Baltic States,
as well as in Ukraine and in Russia, but stabilised towards the end of the year.
The market situation became increasingly demanding also in the Nordic region and
in our central European countries Czech Republic and Slovakia as the year
progressed. In the second half of the year, the Polish market turned
challenging. The most rapid slowdown took place in new construction, while
infrastructure and renovation construction remained more stable. The investment
volume of the industry sector decreased significantly, while maintenance
activity remained fairly stable. Towards the end of the year, the order backlogs
of construction companies started to stabilize and some positive development in
residential construction was visible in the Nordic countries.
NET SALES
The Ramirent group 2009 net sales decreased 28.5% to EUR 502.5 (702.6) million
due to declining construction activity and weakening in the Group's major
functional currencies. At comparable exchange rates, the Group's net sales
decreased 23.5%. Net sales decreased in all segments especially in Europe East
compared to the corresponding period previous year. Net sales by segment were as
follows:
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| Net sales | | | | | |
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| (EUR million) | 10-12 | 10-12 | Change | 1-12/09 | 1-12/08 | Change |
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| Finland | 30.6 | 38.8 | -21.3% | 134.3 | 154.4 | -13.0% |
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| Sweden | 32.4 | 42.1 | -22.9% | 127.9 | 171.4 | -25.4% |
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| Norway | 28.6 | 33.5 | -14.6% | 109.2 | 145.9 | -25.2% |
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| Denmark | 9.5 | 16.3 | -42.0% | 42.9 | 59.0 | -27.4% |
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| Europe East | 11.2 | 20.9 | -46.4% | 51.3 | 89.9 | -42.9% |
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| Europe Central | 16.4 | 23.7 | -30.7% | 65.0 | 88.7 | -26.7% |
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| Elimination of | -2.5 | -2.9 | | -28.1 | -6.7 | |
| sales between | | | | | | |
| segments | | | | | | |
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| Net sales, | 126.2 | 172.5 | -26.9% | 502.5 | 702.6 | -28.5% |
| total | | | | | | |
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FINANCIAL RESULT
Operating profit before depreciation (EBITDA) was EUR 129.9 (188.8) million with
a margin of 25.8% (26.9%). Profits were burdened by the rapid drop in sales.
Fixed costs were 29.7% lower year-on-year. Actual credit losses and net change
in the allowance for bad debt totalled EUR
-3.8 (-18.1) million. The net of reversal of restructuring provisions and
increased provisions for new restructuring actions totalled EUR +1.3 million,
whereof EUR -1.2 million in the fourth quarter.
Depreciations amounted to EUR 101.1 (109.1) million. The depreciation rules
applied in the Group have been reviewed and harmonised at the end of 2009.
Straight-line method is the preferred depreciation method in the Group. However,
some countries have previously employed the declining balance method to
depreciate non-itemised rental equipment. This has been harmonised and as a
consequence, additional depreciation of EUR 3.4 million was booked in Finland
and EUR 0.8 million in Denmark in the fourth quarter. The effect of additional
depreciation in 2010 is estimated to be on a similar level. In addition,
write-downs of equipment in Denmark and Europe Central totalling 2.7 million
were booked in the fourth quarter.
The Group's operating profit (EBIT) was EUR 28.8 (79.7) million representing
5.7% (11.4%) of net sales. Fourth quarter EBITDA was EUR 26.2 (16.5) million
with a margin of 20.7% (9.6%) and fourth quarter EBIT was EUR -3.6 (-19.7)
million with a margin of -2.9% (-11.4%).
Operating profit and margin by segment were as follows:
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| (EUR million) | 10-12/09 | 10-12/08 | 1-12/09 | 1-12/08 |
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| Operating profit | | |
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| Finland | 0.1 | 2.9 | 12.1 | 30,5 |
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| % of net sales | 0.2% | 7.5% | 9.0% | 19.8% |
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| Sweden | 4.4 | 1.7 | 20.9 | 29.9 |
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| % of net sales | 13.4% | 4.0% | 16.4% | 17.4% |
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| Norway | 1.0 | -5.8 | 9.1 | 15.1 |
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| % of net sales | 3.4% | -17.4% | 8.4% | 10.4% |
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| Denmark | -4.4 | -2.5 | -4.3 | 0.7 |
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| % of net sales | -46.2% | -15.1% | -10.1% | 1.1% |
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| East Europe | -2.1 | -12.9 | -10.6 | -1.4 |
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| % of net sales | -18.5% | -61.5% | -20.7% | -1.5% |
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| Central Europe | -1.0 | 0.2 | 2.8 | 8.4 |
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| % of net sales | -6.2% | 0.8% | 4.3% | 9.5% |
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| Costs not allocated to | -1.6 | -3.3 | -1.3 | -3.5 |
| segments | | | | |
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| Group operating profit | -3.6 | -19.7 | 28.8 | 79.7 |
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| % of net sales | -2.9% | -11.4% | 5.7% | 11.4% |
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The net financial items were EUR -16.1 (-29.1) million and the Group's profit
before taxes was EUR 12.7 (50.7) million. Income taxes amounted to EUR -8.0
(-16.9) million, including a reversal of deferred tax assets to the amount of
EUR 1.1 million. The reassessment of the deferred tax assets is based on the
realised and expected profit estimate of the business operations.
The net profit for the review period was EUR 4.7 (33.7) million. Earnings per
share were EUR 0.04 (0.31). The return on invested capital was 8.5% (17.5%) and
the return on equity was 1.6% (10.8%). The equity per share was EUR 2.81 (2.59).
CAPITAL EXPENDITURE, CASH FLOW AND FINANCIAL POSITION
The Group's gross capital expenditure on non-current assets totalled EUR 17.5
(201.3) million, of which EUR 15.0 (164.8) million was attributable to
investments in machinery and equipment.
Disposals of tangible non-current assets at sales value were EUR 20.9 (24.9)
million, of which EUR 20.1 (23.1) million was attributable to machinery and
equipment.
The Group's twelve-month cash flow from operating activities amounted to EUR
107.7 (191.6) million. Cash flow from investing activities amounted to EUR -20.0
(-184.6) million. Cash flow from operating and investing activities totalled to
EUR 87.6 (7.0) million.
Presentation of the cash flow statement has been changed in 2009 to meet the new
requirement in IAS 7. Therefore the cash flows from sale of machinery and
equipment in rental use are presented in cash flow from operating activities.
Earlier practice in Ramirent Group was to present these cash flows in cash flow
from investing activities. All presented periods have been changed to meet the
new requirement.
Cash flow from operating activities included cash flow from sale of machinery
and equipment in rental use EUR 17.5 (23.1) million.
In 2009, Ramirent's financial position strengthened and the company reduced the
interest-bearing liabilities to EUR 209.0 (305.1) million. Gearing decreased to
67.8% (107.8%).
On 31 December 2009, Ramirent had unused committed back-up loan facilities
available of EUR 183.2 million.
Total assets amounted to EUR 656.0 (752.7) million. Group equity totalled EUR
305.6 (281.1) million. The Group's equity ratio was 46.6% (37.4%).
PERSONNEL AND OUTLET NETWORK
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| | Employees | Employees | Outlets | Outlets |
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| | 31 Dec | 31 Dec 2008 | 31 Dec 2009 | 31 Dec 2008 |
| | 2009 | | | |
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| Finland | 602 | 704 | 81 | 95 |
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| Sweden | 500 | 657 | 59 | 56 |
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| Norway | 547 | 645 | 39 | 40 |
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| Denmark | 151 | 235 | 21 | 20 |
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| Europe East | 357 | 635 | 44 | 50 |
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| Europe Central | 849 | 1,003 | 100 | 101 |
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| Group | 15 | 15 | | |
| administration | | | | |
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| Total | 3,021 | 3,894 | 344 | 362 |
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COST SAVING AND CASH FLOW GENERATING MEASURES
The cost saving program progressed according to plan and the target of more than
EUR 50 million in cost savings was reached. Compared to the cost level at the
end of the third quarter 2008, when the cost savings program was initiated,
savings of EUR 75.4 million were realised in 2009. At the end of 2009, the
Group's workforce had decreased by 1,016 persons to 3,021 persons and fixed
costs were at a 25.7% lower level compared to the level in the third quarter of
2008.
Cash flow generating measures focus on maintaining a restrictive capital
expenditure regime, right-sizing fleet, tightly managing working capital and
credit control. In 2009, the financial position of the Group strengthened. Net
debt was reduced by EUR 95.8 million, a decline of
31.6%.
Contingency plans have been developed for each country to be able to act rapidly
upon further market decline, but also to capture acquisition opportunities and
to be prepared to act proactively on improvement in the rental markets.
BUSINESS EXPANSIONS AND ACQUISITIONS
In November 2009, residential builder Selvaagbygg outsourced all of its
electrification and power equipment to Ramirent's Norwegian subsidiary Bautas AS
and signed a frame agreement for the rental of equipment in Norway.
In December 2009, two subsidiaries of the Lemminkäinen Group, Oka Oy and
Rakennus-Otava Oy, outsourced their machinery operations to Ramirent Finland Oy,
strengthening Ramirent's position especially in Central and Southern Finland.
Both companies also signed a five-year rental agreement with Ramirent.
DEVELOPMENT BY OPERATING SEGMENT
Ramirent has adopted IFRS 8 (Operating segments) as of 1 January, 2009. The
specification of assets by operating segment is presented in the notes to the
financial statements.
Finland
In Finland, net sales decreased 13.0% to EUR 134.3 (154.4) million. The
operating profit (EBIT) was EUR 12.1 (30.5) million representing a margin of
9.0% (19.8%). Fourth quarter net sales declined 21.3% to EUR 30.6 (38.8) million
with an operating margin of 0.2% (7.5%). Net sales decreased due to the rapid
decline in new construction. The decline was partly compensated by renovation
construction, activity in shipyards and industrial plants which remained more
stable throughout the year. Profits weakened primarily due to the decline in
sales and restructuring measures. In the fourth quarter, an additional
depreciation of EUR 3.4 million was booked in Finland due to harmonisation of
depreciation rules within the Group.
Sweden
In Sweden, net sales decreased 25.4% to EUR 127.9 (171.4) million or 18.0% at
comparable exchange rates. The operating profit (EBIT) was EUR 20.9 (29.9)
million representing a margin of 16.4% (17.4%). Fourth quarter net sales
declined 22.9% to EUR 32.4 (42.1) million with an operating margin of 13.4%
(4.0%). Net sales declined due to slowdown in construction activity that spread
throughout the country as the year progressed. New outlets were opened to
strengthen the presence in the capital city area in particular. Profits weakened
primarily due to the decline in sales and restructuring measures.
Norway
In Norway, net sales decreased 25.2% to EUR 109.2 (145.9) million or 21.0% at
comparable exchange rates. The operating profit (EBIT) was EUR 9.1 (15.1)
million representing a margin of 8.4% (10.4%). Fourth quarter net sales
decreased 14.6% to EUR 28.6 (33.5) million with an operating margin of 1.0%
(-5.8%). Net sales declined due to slowdown in construction activity throughout
the country. Profits were burdened by intensified price competition in certain
product areas and restructuring measures.
Denmark
In Denmark, net sales decreased 27.4% to EUR 42.9 (59.0) million. The operating
profit (EBIT) was EUR -4.3 (0.7) million representing a margin of -10.1% (1.1%).
Fourth quarter net sales decreased 42.0% to EUR 9.5 (16.3) million with an
operating margin of -46.2% (-15.1%). Net sales declined due to the slowdown in
construction activity. Fleet capacity was adjusted to correspond to current
business levels primarily through relocation to Europe Central countries. The
tough competition intensified in the fragmented Danish market during the year
and continued to press prices down affecting profits negatively. An additional
depreciation of EUR 0.8 million due to harmonisation of depreciation rules
within the Group and a write-down of equipment amounting to EUR 1.8 million was
booked in Denmark in the fourth quarter.
Europe East
In Europe East (Russia, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Ukraine), net sales
decreased 42.9% to EUR 51.3 (89.9) million or 37.0% at comparable exchange
rates. The operating profit (EBIT) was EUR -10.6 (-1.4) million representing a
margin of -20.7% (-1.5%). Fourth quarter net sales declined 46.4% to EUR 11.2
(20.9) million with an operating margin of
-18.5% (-61.5%). Net sales decreased rapidly throughout all Europe East
countries reflecting challenging market conditions. Ramirent carried out
significant restructuring measures in order to adjust its operations to
correspond to the lower business volumes. The restructuring measures were
primarily related to considerable personnel reductions and adjustments in the
rental fleet capacity, especially in the Baltic. In order to realise synergies,
Ramirent's Baltic operations were reorganised into one head office located in
Estonia with business branches in both Latvia and Lithuania. Profits were
burdened by the rapid decline in sales volume as well as lower price levels.
Europe Central
In Europe Central (Poland, Hungary, the Czech Republic and Slovakia), net sales
decreased 26.7% to EUR 65.0 (88.7) million or 12.0% at comparable exchange
rates. The operating profit (EBIT) was EUR 2.8 (8.4) million representing a
margin of 4.3% (9.5%). Fourth quarter net sales declined 30.7% to EUR 16.4
(23.7) million with an operating margin of -6.2% (0.8%). Net sales decreased
throughout all Europe Central countries due to declining residential building
construction. Through internal fleet relocations, the product portfolio was
expanded during the year in line with Ramirent's strategy of being a
one-stop-shop supplier also in Europe Central. To increase synergies Slovakian
and Czech operations were joined under one management in the fourth quarter.
Profits were burdened by the decline in sales and intensified price competition
in most product groups. In addition a write-down of equipment amounting to EUR
0.9 million was booked in the fourth quarter.
APPOINTMENTS IN GROUP MANAGEMENT IN 2009
Magnus Rosén (46), M.Sc. (Econ.), MBA, started as CEO of the Ramirent Group as
of 15 January 2009. Magnus Rosén succeeded Kari Kallio, who retired at the AGM
2009.
Mikael Kämpe (41), B.Sc. (Eng.), was appointed Director, Group Fleet and member
of the Group Management team as of 2 September 2009.
Peter Dahlsten (51), M.Sc. (Econ.) was appointed Senior Vice President of Sweden
and Denmark and member of the Group Management team effective as of 7 September
2009. Peter Dahlsten succeeded Mikael Öberg who resigned from Ramirent during
2009.
Jonas Söderkvist (31), M.Sc. (Eng.), M.Sc. (Econ.), was appointed Ramirent Plc's
new Chief Financial Officer and a member of the Ramirent Group Management team
as of 16 November 2009. Jonas Söderkvist succeeded Heli Iisakka, who resigned
from Ramirent during 2009.
SHARES
Trading in the share
Ramirent Plc's market capitalization at the end of 2009 was EUR 743 (353)
million. At the end of 2009 trading closed at EUR 6.84 (3.25). The highest
quotation for the period was EUR 8.23 (12.68), and the lowest EUR 2.35 (2.37).
The average trading price was EUR 5.01 (7.23).
The value of share turnover during the review period was EUR 322 (966) million
equivalent to 64,220,362 (132,730,217) traded Ramirent shares, i.e. 59% (122%)
of Ramirent's total number of shares.
Share capital and number of shares
At the end of the review period, Ramirent Plc's share capital was EUR 25,000,000
and the total number of Ramirent shares was 108,697,328.
Own shares
Ramirent Plc did not hold any of its own shares during the period under review.
DECISIONS AT THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 2009
The Annual General Meeting of Ramirent Plc held on 2 April 2009 approved the
financial statements for the fiscal year 2008 and discharged the members of the
Board of Directors and the President and CEO from liability. In addition, the
Annual General Meeting approved the amendment of the section 10 of the Articles
of Association and authorised the Board to decide on the acquisition of up to a
maximum of 10,869,732 of own shares and to convey a maximum of 10,869,732 shares
against payment as well as decide on the issue of a maximum of 21,739,465 new
shares.
The Annual General Meeting resolved that the number of members of the Board of
Directors be reduced from seven (7) to six (6) members and re-elected for a term
until the close of the next Annual General Meeting the following members of the
Ramirent Board: Kaj-Gustaf Bergh, Torgny Eriksson, Peter Hofvenstam, Ulf
Lundahl, Erkki Norvio and Susanna Renlund. The Annual General Meeting resolved
that the remuneration of the Board of Directors be unchanged from 2008 levels.
KPMG Oy Ab, a firm of Authorized Public Accountants, was re-elected auditor.
Pauli Salminen, APA, is the main responsible auditor appointed by KPMG Oy Ab.
The Annual General Meeting adopted the proposal by the Board of Directors that
no dividend be paid for fiscal year 2008.
FINANCIAL TARGETS
The aim of the Ramirent Group's strategy is to generate a healthy return to
shareholders under financial stability. The Group's long-term financial targets
over a business cycle are: earnings per share growth of at least 15 per cent
p.a., a return on invested capital of at least 18 per cent p.a. and a gearing
target of less than 120 per cent at the end of each financial year. Ramirent's
policy with respect to the ordinary dividend is to distribute at least 40 per
cent of annual earnings per share to the shareholders.
BUSINESS RISKS AND RISK MANAGEMENT
Risk management in Ramirent is consistent and it is purporting to ensure that
the Company reaches its strategic and financial goals. The Board of Directors
approves the risk policy principles and the Group Management team, together with
the country management, is responsible for monitoring risks regularly and
implementing risk management measures. Risk action plans are implemented at the
Group and segment levels. An essential part of Ramirent's risk management is to
maintain and develop appropriate insurance coverage in co-operation with
insurance specialists.
Ramirent is subject to various business risks. Certain risk factors are deemed
to be of material importance to the future development of Ramirent. Risks are
evaluated in relation to achievement of the Company's financial and strategic
targets. Overall the risk exposure has increased due to the turmoil in the
financial markets and the economic cycle of the construction markets.
In the business risk evaluation the impact and probability of each risk is
evaluated and measures to be taken to manage the identified risks are described.
The risks are classified as market risks, operative risks, risks related to
changes in laws and regulations, transparency risks and financial risks. The
risks described below are not the only risks, but they comprise the main risks
that Ramirent and its shareholders are exposed to.
Market risks
The main risks affecting Ramirent's business operations, its profitability and
financial position are those connected with the economic cycles of the
construction industry and the increased competition in the rental sector in its
operating countries. Though Ramirent has diversified operations geographically
and is prepared to move capacity according to market development, a downturn in
business cycles in main markets impacts the utilisation of equipment and price
levels negatively. Global slowdown may create overall overcapacity and increased
price competition in the markets. In 2009 the financial crisis and high
uncertainty led to an increased cautiousness among customers regarding decisions
on investments and new projects. The conditions in the financial market limit
the accessibility to financing which may negatively affect Ramirent's customers
and suppliers and thereby also the Ramirent Group.
Aggressive competition in the rental sector may lead to lower price levels and
margins, although Ramirent strives to maintain a stable pricing, a wide offering
and efficient customer service.
The Group follows regularly several market indicators such as construction
output, constructor companies' backlog and locally industry related measures.
Contingency plans are developed and continuously updated based on scenario
analysis in all countries, allowing management to act rapidly and proactively to
changes in the market.
Operative risks
As the business environment has in general become less benign, Ramirent has
implemented stricter risk management routines. The capital expenditure plans
have been halted due to weaker market conditions and focus is set on
right-sizing and re-allocating excess fleet capacity to optimise utilisation and
defend price levels.
Many of Ramirent's operating markets are still very fragmented and the economic
downturn may provide opportunities to further strengthen Ramirent's market
position through selective acquisitions in the future. Such acquisitions are
subject to risk related to identifying suitable target companies as well as the
successful timing and integration of the acquired business into Ramirent's
operations. The growth strategy may also include expansion of activities to new
geographical markets. Such expansion is subject to cultural, political,
economical, regulatory, and legal risks as well as finding the good local key
personnel.
Overall, Ramirent is dependent on the construction sector's economic cycles.
Ramirent strives to reduce risk by seeking new customer groups outside the
construction sector and contracts with longer durations.
Law and regulation related risks
The Company's operations are subject to laws governing environmental protection
and occupational health and safety matters. These laws regulate such issues as
waste and flood water, solid and hazardous wastes and materials, and air
quality. Currently there are no claims pending, but the possibility of
remediation and compliance costs in the future cannot be excluded.
Transparency risks
Ramirent applies a decentralized organizational model, which implies a high
degree of autonomy for the subsidiaries. Business control in such an
organisation imposes requirements on reporting and supervision, which may be
cumbersome for certain parts of the organisation and could make it difficult for
Group management to implement measures quickly at the subsidiary level in
changing circumstances. During the financial year Ramirent amended its Group
management structure to increase efficiency in Group management, decision-making
and to drive higher synergies between the operating segments.
Financial risks
The management of financial risks is defined in the Group's finance policy.
Ramirent is subject to certain financial risks such as foreign currency,
interest rate and liquidity and funding risks. The financial risk management in
Ramirent strives to secure the sufficient funding for operational needs and to
minimise the funding costs and the effects of foreign exchange rate, interest
rate and other financial risks cost-effectively. During the financial year,
Ramirent has updated its Finance Policy to minimize liquidity risk by increasing
the amount of committed back-up facilities and by reducing its dependence on the
commercial paper markets. In July 2009, Ramirent Plc's amended its syndicated
credit facility agreement in part to expire in July 2014 and introduced a EUR
100 million syndicated amortising five-year term loan facility to be utilised
for repayment of loans maturing in the first half of year 2010. Ramirent has
limited refinancing needs before the year 2012.
Customer credit risks are diversified as Ramirent's trade receivables are
generated by a large number of customers. During the financial year Ramirent has
strictened its credit policy and introduced new local practices to lower the
risk of bad debt. Ramirent is closely monitoring credits and regularly makes
provisions for risk in sales receivables. Ramirent also amended its Group
management structure to increase efficiency in Group management, decision-making
and to drive higher synergies between the operating segments.
For a detailed review of Ramirent's financial risks, reference is made to note
no. 26 of the consolidated financial statements.
Environment
Ramirent is committed to a high level of responsibility in occupational health,
security and in the prevention of pollution of the environment. Ramirent Plc's
major subsidiaries have environmental certifications such as OHSAS 18001, ISO
14001 and ISO 9001 certifications.
The main focus is in well-maintained and high-quality equipment. Oil and other
fluids, batteries and other waste are handled according to rules and
regulations. Ramirent expects its suppliers to comply with environmental
regulations.
Other changes in Group structure
In order to streamline the operating structure in Latvia, RamiTeh SIA was merged
to its sister company Ramirent SIA on 25 March 2009.
In order to realise synergies, Ramirent's Baltic operations were reorganised
into one head office located in Estonia with business branches in both Latvia
and Lithuania. Ramirent AS in Estonia established branches in Latvia and
Lithuania. The cross-border merger of the subsidiaries in Latvia and Lithuania
to Ramirent AS was initiated in 2009.
The liquidation of Ramirent Polska sp. z.o.o. a Polish dormant subsidiary of
Ramirent Europe Oy was initiated in 2009.
The partial demerger of Ramirent Europe Oy was completed on 31 December 2009.
The aim of the demerger was to simplify Ramirent's corporate structure.
Events after the balance sheet date
The cross border merger of Ramirent's Latvian and Lithuanian subsidiaries
Ramirent SIA and Ramirent AB to their Estonian sister company Ramirent AS was
completed on 1 February 2010.
MARKET OUTLOOK 2010
In the Nordics, Central and Eastern Europe, the rental market will continue to
decline in most countries, whilst stabilisation is expected towards the end of
the year. The infrastructure and renovation construction market is expected to
develop favourably or be at about last year's level in all countries. New
residential construction is expected to expand in the latter part of the year,
in particular in the Nordic countries.
RAMIRENT OUTLOOK 2010
Ramirent takes a cautious stance regarding the development of the economy and
expects the equipment rental market to be challenging in 2010.
Due to the restructuring actions and the adjustment of fixed costs, the profit
before taxes is expected to improve in 2010 and the cash flow is expected to be
positive.
PROPOSAL OF THE BOARD ON THE USE OF DISTRIBUTABLE FUNDS
The parent company's distributable equity on December 31, 2009 is EUR
387,537,090.17, of which the net profit from the financial year is EUR
31,100,650.51.
Based on the Group's healthy cash flow generation and strengthened financial
position during 2009, the Board of Directors proposes to the Annual General
Meeting that a dividend of EUR 0.15 (0) per share be paid for the financial year
2009. The proposed dividend will be paid to shareholders registered in the
shareholders' register of the Company maintained by Euroclear Finland Ltd on the
record date for dividend payment 1 April 2010. The Board of Directors proposes
that the dividend be paid on 15 April 2010. In addition, the Board of Directors
proposes that the Board of Directors be authorised to decide, within its
discretion, on the payment of an additional dividend to the dividend decided in
the Annual General Meeting, however no more than EUR 0.10 per share. The Board
of Directors shall make its decision no later than 31 December 2010.
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 2010
Ramirent Plc's Annual General Meeting will be held at 4:30 p.m. on Monday, March
29, 2010 at Marina Congress Center, Katajanokanlaituri 6 in Helsinki, Finland.
Ramirent Plc's Annual Report 2009 will be published on the company's website on
Friday, March 5, 2010.
FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
It should be noted that certain statements in this report, which are not
historical facts, including, without limitation, those regarding
expectations for general economic development and market situation;
regarding customer industry profitability and investment willingness; for
company growth, development and profitability; regarding cost savings; regarding
fluctuations in exchange rates and interest levels; regarding the success of
pending and future acquisitions and restructurings; and statements preceded by
"believes," "expects," "anticipates," "foresees" or similar expressions, are
forward-looking statements.
These statements are based on current expectations, and currently known facts.
Therefore, they involve risks and uncertainties, which may cause actual results
to materially differ from the results currently expected by the company.
SUMMARY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND NOTES
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with
International Financial Reporting Standards as adopted by the EU.
As of 1 January 2009 Ramirent applies the following new and revised standards:
IFRS 8 Operating Segments and IAS 1 Presentation of Financial Statements.
Otherwise the same Accounting Principles have been applied as in the 2008
Financial Statements. Key financial figure calculations remain unchanged and
have been presented in the 2008 Financial Statement. Key financial figure
calculations remain unchanged Statements.
Consolidated financial statements have been presented in thousand euros unless
otherwise stated. Due to roundings individual figures may differ from the
totals.
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| INCOME STATEMENT | | | | |
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| (EUR 1,000) | 10-12/0 | 10-12/08 | 1-12/09 | 1-12/08 |
| | 9 | | | |
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| | | | | |
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| Net sales | 126,183 | 172,501 | 502,500 | 702,635 |
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| Other operating income | 370 | 539 | 2,060 | 3,817 |
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| Materials and services | -43,661 | -54,587 | -157,153 | -208,186 |
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| Employee benefit expenses | -33,301 | -45,690 | -130,934 | -176,372 |
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| Depreciation and | -29,805 | -36,231 | -101,113 | -109,107 |
| amortisation | | | | |
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| Other operating expenses | -23,417 | -56,233 | -86,594 | -133,074 |
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| OPERATING PROFIT | -3,632 | -19,702 | 28,766 | 79,713 |
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| Financial income | 3,838 | 12,738 | 17,936 | 22,658 |
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| Financial expenses | -7,461 | -25,861 | -34,027 | -51,713 |
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| PROFIT BEFORE TAXES | -7,255 | -32,825 | 12,675 | 50,658 |
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| Income taxes | -2,062 | 4,968 | -7,992 | -16,944 |
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| NET PROFIT FOR THE PERIOD | -9,317 | -27,857 | 4,683 | 33,715 |
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| Profit for the period | |
| attributable to: | |
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| Owners of the parent | -9,317 | -27,857 | 4,683 | 33,715 |
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| Non-controlling interests | - | - | - | - |
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| TOTAL | -9,317 | -27,857 | 4,683 | 33,715 |
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| Earnings per share (EPS), | -0.09 | -0.26 | 0.04 | 0.31 |
| basic and diluted, EUR | | | | |
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| STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE | |
| INCOME | |
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| (EUR 1,000) | 10-12/09 | 10-12/08 | 1-12/09 | 1-12/08 |
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| NET PROFIT FOR THE PERIOD | -9,317 | -27,857 | 4,683 | 33,715 |
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| Other comprehensive income: | |
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| Translation differences | 2,159 | -30,757 | 19,105 | -36,408 |
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| Cash flow hedges | 1,438 | -4,227 | 1,148 | -3,885 |
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| Net change in fair value of | -218 | - | -218 | - |
| cash flow hedges transferred | | | | |
| to profit or loss | | | | |
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| Entries on non-current | -99 | - | -99 | - |
| assets held for sale | | | | |
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| Income tax relating to | -291 | 1,099 | -216 | 1,010 |
| components of other | | | | |
| comprehensive income | | | | |
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| Other comprehensive income | 2,989 | -33,885 | 19,720 | -39,283 |
| for the year, net of tax | | | | |
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| TOTAL COMPREHENSIVE | -6,328 | -61,742 | 24,403 | -5,568 |
| INCOME/EXPENSE FOR THE YEAR | | | | |
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| Total comprehensive income | |
| for the period attributable | |
| to: | |
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| Owners of the parent | -6,328 | -61,742 | 24,403 | -5,568 |
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| Non controlling interests | - | - | - | - |
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| Total | -6,328 | -61,742 | 24,403 | -5,568 |
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| ASSETS | | |
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| (EUR 1,000) | 31.12.2009 | 31.12.2008 |
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| NON-CURRENT ASSETS | |
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| Property, plant and equipment | 456,076 | 528,780 |
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| Goodwill | 87,194 | 87,398 |
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| Other intangible assets | 5,851 | 6,986 |
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| Available-for-sale investments | 53 | 79 |
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| Deferred tax assets | 7,660 | 6,117 |
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| NON-CURRENT ASSETS, TOTAL | 556,833 | 629,359 |
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| CURRENT ASSETS | |
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| Inventories | 14,574 | 21,258 |
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| Trade and other receivables | 80,146 | 99,055 |
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| Income tax receivables on the taxable | 2,260 | 377 |
| income for the financial period | | |
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| Cash and cash equivalents | 1,800 | 2,072 |
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| CURRENT ASSETS, TOTAL | 98,780 | 122,762 |
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| Non-current assets held for sale | 370 | 559 |
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| TOTAL ASSETS | 655,982 | 752,679 |
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| EQUITY AND LIABILITIES | | |
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| (EUR 1,000) | 31.12.2009 | 31.12.2008 |
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| EQUITY | |
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| Share capital | 25,000 | 25,000 |
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| Revaluation fund | -2,319 | -3,007 |
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| Free equity fund | 113,329 | 113,329 |
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| Translation differences | -14,403 | -33,508 |
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| Retained earnings | 183,963 | 179,145 |
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| Items recognised directly to equity on | 62 | 136 |
| non-current assets held for sale | | |
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| PARENT COMPANY SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY | 305,632 | 281,095 |
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| Non-controlling interests | - | - |
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| EQUITY, TOTAL | 305,632 | 281,095 |
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| NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES | |
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| Deferred tax liabilities | 50,798 | 46,273 |
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| Pension obligations | 9,750 | 7,030 |
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| Provisions | 3,856 | 6,929 |
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| Interest-bearing liabilities | 198,061 | 275,731 |
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| NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES, TOTAL | 262,466 | 335,962 |
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| CURRENT LIABILITIES | |
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| Trade payables and other liabilities | 67,013 | 81,445 |
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| Provisions | 8,477 | 17,452 |
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| Current tax liabilities | 1,501 | 7,401 |
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| Interest-bearing liabilities | 10,894 | 29,325 |
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| CURRENT LIABILITIES, TOTAL | 87,885 | 135,622 |
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| LIABILITIES, TOTAL | 350,351 | 471,584 |
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| TOTAL EQUITY AND LIABILITIES | 655,982 | 752,679 |
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STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN EQUITY
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| A = Share capital |
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| B = Share Premium Fund |
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| C = Free equity fund |
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| D = Translation differences |
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| E = Revaluation fund |
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| F = Retained earnings |
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| G = Entries on non-current assets held for sale |
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| H = Non controlling interest |
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| I = Total equity |
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| 1) Equity 1.1.2008 |
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| 2) Reduction of share premium fund 1-12/2008 |
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| 3) Change in minority (net) 1-12/2008 |
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| 4) Dividend distribution 1-12/2008 |
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| 5) Total comprehensive income for the period |
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| 6) Equity 31.12.2008 |
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| 7) Share based payments |
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| 8) Equity 31.12.2009 |
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| | A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I |
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| 1 | 11685 | 12664 | - | 2900 | -132 | 199779 | 136 | 107 | 341119 |
| | | 4 | | | | | | | |
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| 2 | 13315 | -1266 | 11332 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| | | 44 | 9 | | | | | | |
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| 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | -107 | -107 |
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| 4 | - | - | - | - | - | -54349 | - | - | -54349 |
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| 5 | - | - | - | -3640 | -287 | 33715 | - | - | -5568 |
| | | | | 8 | 5 | | | | |
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| 6 | 25000 | - | 11332 | -3350 | -300 | 179145 | 136 | - | 281095 |
| | | | 9 | 8 | 7 | | | | |
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| 7 | | | | | | 134 | | | 134 |
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| 5 | - | - | - | 19105 | 688 | 4683 | -74 | - | 24403 |
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| 8 | 25000 | - | 11332 | -1440 | -231 | 183963 | 62 | - | 305632 |
| | | | 9 | 3 | 9 | | | | |
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| CONDENSED CASH FLOW STATEMENT | |
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| (EUR million) | 1-12/09 | 1-12/08 |
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| Cash flow from operating activities | 107.7 | 191.6 |
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| Cash flow from investing activities | -20.0 | -184.6 |
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| Cash flow from financing activities | |
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| Borrowings / repayment of short-term debt | -19.1 | -39.4 |
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| Borrowings / repayment of long-term debt | -68.8 | 87.6 |
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| Dividends paid | - | -54.3 |
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| Cash flow from financing activities | -87.9 | -6.1 |
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| Net change in cash and cash equivalents | -0.3 | 0.9 |
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| Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning | 2.1 | 1.2 |
| of the period | | |
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| Translation difference on cash and cash | - | 0.1 |
| equivalents | | |
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| Net change in cash and cash equivalents | -0.3 | 0.7 |
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| Cash and cash equivalents at the end of | 1.8 | 2.1 |
| the period | | |
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During the period 1-12/09 presentation of the cash flow statement have been
changed to meet the new requirement in IAS 7 that requires presentation of the
cash flows from sale of machinery and equipment in rental use in cash flow from
operating activities. Earlier practice in Ramirent Group was to present these
cash flows in cash flow from investing activities. All presented periods have
been changed to meet the new requirement.
During the period 1-12/09 cash flow from operating activities included cash flow
from sale of machinery and equipment in rental use EUR 17.5 million. During the
period 1-12/08 cash flow from operating activities included cash flow from sale
of machinery and equipment in rental use EUR 23.1 million.
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| KEY FINANCIAL FIGURES | | |
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| | 1-12/09 | 1-12/08 |
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| Interest-bearing debt, (EUR million) | 209.0 | 305.1 |
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| Net debt, (EUR million) | 207.2 | 303.0 |
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| Invested capital (EUR million), end of | 514.6 | 586.2 |
| period | | |
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| Return on invested capital (ROI), % 1) | 8.5% | 17.5% |
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| Gearing, % | 67.8% | 107.8% |
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| Equity ratio, % | 46.6% | 37.4% |
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| Personnel, average | 3,313 | 4,006 |
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| Personnel, end of period | 3,021 | 3,894 |
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| Gross investments in non-current assets | 17.5 | 201.3 |
| (EUR million) | | |
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| Gross investments, % of net sales | 3.5% | 28.7% |
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| 1) The figures are calculated on a | |
| rolling twelve month basis. | |
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| SHARE RELATED KEY FIGURES | | |
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| | 1-12/09 | 1-12/08 |
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| Earnings per share (EPS) weighted average, | 0.04 | 0.31 |
| diluted, EUR | | |
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| Earnings per share (EPS) weighted average, | 0.04 | 0.31 |
| non-diluted, EUR | | |
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| Equity per share, end of period, diluted, | 2.81 | 2.59 |
| EUR | | |
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| Equity per share, end of period, | 2.81 | 2.59 |
| non-diluted, EUR | | |
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| Number of shares (weighted average), | 108,697,328 | 108,697,750 |
| diluted | | |
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| Number of shares (weighted average), | 108,697,328 | 108,697,750 |
| non-diluted | | |
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| Number of shares (end of period), diluted | 108,697,328 | 108,697,328 |
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| Number of shares (end of period), | 108,697,328 | 108,697,328 |
| non-diluted | | |
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SEGMENT INFORMATION
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| Net sales | |
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| (EUR million) | 1-12/09 | 1-12/08 |
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| Finland | |
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| - Net sales (external) | 125.9 | 153.9 |
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| - Inter-segment sales | 8.4 | 0.5 |
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| Sweden | |
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| - Net sales (external) | 127.2 | 171.3 |
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| - Inter-segment sales | 0.6 | 0.1 |
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| Norway | |
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| - Net sales (external) | 109.1 | 145.9 |
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| - Inter-segment sales | 0.0 | 0.1 |
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| Denmark | |
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| - Net sales (external) | 40.0 | 57.8 |
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| - Inter-segment sales | 2.8 | 1.3 |
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| Europe East | |
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| - Net sales (external) | 36.1 | 85.9 |
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| - Inter-segment sales | 15.2 | 4.0 |
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| Europe Central | |
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| - Net sales (external) | 64.1 | 87.9 |
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| - Inter-segment sales | 1.0 | 0.8 |
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| Elimination of sales between segments | -28.1 | -6.7 |
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| Net sales, total | 502.5 | 702.6 |
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| Other operating income | 2.1 | 3.8 |
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| Operating profit | | |
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| (EUR million) | 1-12/09 | 1-12/08 | Change |
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| Finland | 12.1 | 30.5 | -60.2% |
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| % of net sales | 9.0% | 19.8% | |
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| Sweden | 20.9 | 29.9 | -30.0% |
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| % of net sales | 16.4% | 17.4% | |
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| Norway | 9.1 | 15.1 | -39.6% |
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| % of net sales | 8.4% | 10.4% | |
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| Denmark | -4.3 | 0.7 | -717.0% |
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| % of net sales | -10.1% | 1.1% | |
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| Europe East | -10.6 | -1.4 | 660.3% |
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| % of net sales | -20.7% | -1.5% | |
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| Europe Central | 2.8 | 8.4 | -66.4% |
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| % of net sales | 4.3% | 9.5% | |
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| Net items not allocated to | -1.3 | -3.5 | |
| operating segments | | | |
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| Group operating profit | 28.8 | 79.7 | -63.9% |
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| % of net sales | 5.7% | 11.4% | |
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DEPRECIATION, AMORTISATION AND IMPAIRMENT CHARGES
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| | 1-12/09 | 1-12/08 |
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| (EUR million) | |
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| Finland | 18.4 | 16.7 |
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| Sweden | 19.8 | 24.8 |
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| Norway | 19.5 | 18.4 |
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| Denmark | 11.1 | 8.5 |
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| Europe East | 17.1 | 25.6 |
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| Europe Central | 15.3 | 15.2 |
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| Unallocated items and eliminations | -0.2 | -0.1 |
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| Total | 101.1 | 109.1 |
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RECONCILIATION OF GROUP OPERATING PROFIT TO PROFIT BEFORE TAXES
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| Group operating profit | 28.8 | 79.7 |
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| Unallocated items: | |
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| Financial income | 17.9 | 22.7 |
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| Financial expenses | -34.0 | -51.7 |
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| Profit before taxes | 12.7 | 50.7 |
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CAPITAL EXPENDITURE
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| (EUR million) | 1-12/09 | 1-12/08 |
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| Finland | 12.7 | 28.9 |
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| Sweden | 3.6 | 34.7 |
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| Norway | 6.1 | 25.1 |
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| Denmark | 1.0 | 13.1 |
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| Europe East | 0.9 | 40.6 |
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| Europe Central | 13.5 | 64.3 |
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| Unallocated items and eliminations | -20.2 | -5.4 |
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| Total | 17.5 | 201.3 |
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ASSETS ALLOCATED TO SEGMENTS
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| (EUR million) | 1-12/09 | 1-12/08 |
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| Finland | 123.1 | 134.3 |
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| Sweden | 121.3 | 138.3 |
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| Norway | 136.4 | 133.4 |
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| Denmark | 47.8 | 68.5 |
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| Europe East | 96.6 | 139.5 |
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| Europe Central | 122.4 | 132.0 |
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| Unallocated items and eliminations | 8.4 | 6.2 |
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| Total | 656.0 | 752.7 |
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| Changes in non-current assets | | |
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| EUR 1000 | | |
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| | | 31.12.2009 | 31.12.2008 |
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| OPENING BALANCE | 623,242 | 585,539 |
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| Depreciation | -101,113 | -109,107 |
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| Additions: | | |
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| | Machinery & Equipment | 15,010 | 164,803 |
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| | Other Additions | 2,503 | 3,417 |
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| | Acquired group companies | - | 33,039 |
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| Disposals (sales) | -12,024 | -13,479 |
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| Translation difference | 21,554 | -40,969 |
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| CLOSING BALANCE | 549,173 | 623,242 |
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| Non-current assets held for sale | 370 | 558 |
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| COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENT LIABILITIES | | |
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| (EUR million) | 31.12.2009 | 31.12.2008 |
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| Real estate mortgages | - | 0.2 |
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| Interest-bearing debt for which the | - | 0.1 |
| above collateral is given | | |
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| Floating charges | - | 1.7 |
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| Other pledged assets | - | 4.4 |
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| Interest-bearing debt for which the | - | 4.4 |
| above collateral is given | | |
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| Suretyships | 2.7 | 3.0 |
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| Committed investments | 0.1 | 0.2 |
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| Non-cancellable minimum future operating | 148.4 | 169.2 |
| lease payments | | |
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| Non-cancellable minimum future finance | 0.3 | 0.9 |
| lease payments | | |
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| Finance lease debt in the balance sheet | -0.3 | -0.9 |
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| Non-cancellable minimum future lease | 148.4 | 169.2 |
| payments off-balance sheet | | |
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| Obligations arising from derivative | |
| instruments | |
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| Nominal value of underlying object | 196.1 | 118.2 |
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| Fair value of the derivative instruments | -0.1 | -4.1 |
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| QUARTERLY SEGMENT INFORMATION |
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| (EUR | | | | | | | | |
| million) | | | | | | | | |
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| Net sales | 10-1 | 7-9/0 | 4-6/0 | 1-3/0 | 10-12/ | 7-9/08 | 4-6/08 | 1-3/08 |
| | 2/ | 9 | 9 | 9 | 2008 | | | |
| | 2009 | | | | | | | |
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| Finland | 30.6 | 41.2 | 33.8 | 28.7 | 38.8 | 42.9 | 39.3 | 33.4 |
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| Sweden | 32.4 | 30.8 | 32.6 | 32.0 | 42.2 | 42.1 | 45.4 | 41.7 |
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| Norway | 28.6 | 26.5 | 25.2 | 28.9 | 33.5 | 36.8 | 38.5 | 37.1 |
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| Denmark | 9.5 | 10.5 | 11.6 | 11.3 | 16.3 | 14.0 | 15.0 | 13.7 |
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| Europe | 11.2 | 18.9 | 12.0 | 9.3 | 20.9 | 25.6 | 23.4 | 20.0 |
| East | | | | | | | | |
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| Europe | 16.4 | 18.2 | 16.3 | 14.1 | 23.7 | 27.4 | 21.0 | 16.6 |
| Central | | | | | | | | |
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| Sales | -2.5 | -16.6 | -6.9 | -2.1 | -2.9 | -1.5 | -1.8 | -0.4 |
| between | | | | | | | | |
| segments | | | | | | | | |
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| Net | 126. | 129.5 | 124.6 | 122.2 | 172.5 | 187.2 | 180.8 | 162.1 |
| sales, | 2 | | | | | | | |
| total | | | | | | | | |
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| OPERATING PROFIT |
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| | 10-12/ | 7-9/09 | 4-6/09 | 1-3/09 | 10-12/ | 7-9/0 | 4-6/0 | 1-3/0 |
| | 2009 | | | | 08 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
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| Finland | 0.1 | 6.3 | 4.9 | 0.9 | 2.9 | 11.3 | 9.8 | 6.5 |
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| % of | 0.2% | 15.3% | 14.4% | 3.1% | 7.5% | 26.3% | 25.0% | 19.6% |
| net | | | | | | | | |
| sales | | | | | | | | |
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| Sweden | 4.4 | 4.4 | 6.9 | 5.3 | 1.7 | 8.9 | 10.3 | 9.0 |
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| % of | 13.4% | 14.3% | 21.1% | 16.6% | 4.0% | 21.0% | 22.6% | 21.7% |
| net | | | | | | | | |
| sales | | | | | | | | |
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| Norway | 1.0 | 2.3 | 3.4 | 2.5 | -5.8 | 6.2 | 7.8 | 6.9 |
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| % of | 3.4% | 8.6% | 13.4% | 8.7% | -17.4% | 16.8% | 20.4% | 18.6% |
| net | | | | | | | | |
| sales | | | | | | | | |
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| Denmark | -4.4 | -0.3 | 0.4 | -0.1 | -2.5 | 0.7 | 1.7 | 0.8 |
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| % of | -46.2% | -2.8% | 3.6% | -0.6% | -15.1% | 4.7% | 11.2% | 5.9% |
| net | | | | | | | | |
| sales | | | | | | | | |
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| Europe | -2.1 | -2.0 | -3.3 | -3.3 | -12.9 | 3.6 | 3.7 | 4.1 |
| East | | | | | | | | |
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| % of | -18.5% | -10.4% | -27.4% | -35.8% | -61.5% | 14.1% | 16.0% | 20.6% |
| net | | | | | | | | |
| sales | | | | | | | | |
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| Europe | -1.0 | 1.6 | 1.6 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 4.7 | 2.0 | 1.5 |
| Central | | | | | | | | |
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| % of | -6.2% | 8.6% | 9.5% | 5.1% | 0.8% | 17.2% | 9.3% | 9.2% |
| net | | | | | | | | |
| sales | | | | | | | | |
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| Operati | -1.6 | -0.6 | -0.4 | 1.2 | -3.3 | -0.8 | 0.2 | 0.5 |
| ng | | | | | | | | |
| profit | | | | | | | | |
| not | | | | | | | | |
| allocat | | | | | | | | |
| ed to | | | | | | | | |
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| Group | -3.6 | 11.7 | 13.5 | 7.2 | -19.7 | 34.5 | 35.5 | 29.5 |
| operati | | | | | | | | |
| ng | | | | | | | | |
| profit | | | | | | | | |
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| % of | -2.9% | 9.0% | 10.8% | 5.9% | -11.4% | 18.4% | 19.6% | 18.2% |
| net | | | | | | | | |
| sales | | | | | | | | |
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Ramirent has borrowing facilities which have equity ratio, leverage ratio and
other financial covenants. Ramirent's financial ratios are better than these
covenants.
During the review period Ramirent has made no transactions with its related
parties as defined in the Companies' Act, except for acquiring consultancy
services from Nordstjernan AB at the amount of EUR 0.2 million. There are no
outstanding balances between the Company and its related parties at the end of
the review period.
There are no pending legal cases, the impact of which could have a material
effect on the figures reported in this interim report.
ANALYST AND PRESS BRIEFING, WEBCAST AND CONFERENCE CALL
A briefing for investment analysts and the press will be arranged on Friday 12
February 2010 at 11.00 a.m. (EET) at Palace Gourmet, cabinet Konferenssisali
(visiting address: Eteläranta 10, 10th fl., Helsinki). You can also participate
in the briefing through a live webcast at www.ramirent.com and conference call.
Dial-in number: +44 (0)20 7162 0025 and conference ID code 856101. A recording
of the webcast will be available at www.ramirent.com later the same day.
FINANCIAL CALENDAR 2010
Ramirent observes a silent period during the three-week period prior to
publication of annual and interim financial results.
2009 Full Year Results 12 February 2010 at 9:00 a.m.
Annual Report 2009 5 March 2010
Annual General Meeting 29 March 2010
Record date for dividend payment 1 April 2010
Dividend payment date 15 April 2010
Interim report January-March 6 May 2010 at 9:00 a.m.
Interim report January-June 11 August 2010 at 9:00 a.m.
Interim report January-September 4 November 2010 at 9:00 a.m.
The financial information in this stock exchange release has been audited. The
Financial Statements 2009 Bulletin is available at the Group website
www.ramirent.com.
Vantaa, 12 February 2010
RAMIRENT PLC
Board of Directors
FURTHER INFORMATION:
CEO Magnus Rosén tel. +358 20 750 2845, magnus.rosen@ramirent.com
CFO Jonas Söderkvist tel. +358 20 750 3248, jonas.soderkvist@ramirent.com
IR Franciska Janzon tel. +358 20 750 2859, franciska.janzon@ramirent.com
DISTRIBUTION:
NASDAQ OMX Helsinki
Main news media
www.ramirent.com
Ramirent is the leading machinery rental company in the Nordic countries and in
Central and Eastern Europe. The Group has about 3,000 employees at some 344
permanent outlets in thirteen countries. In 2009, Group net sales totalled EUR
503 million. Ramirent is listed on the NASDAQ OMX Helsinki.
