9 October 2012
Audited Results for the year ended 30 June 2012
CAP-XX Limited, a world leader in the design and manufacture of revolutionary thin-form supercapacitors, which considerably extend the performance of current battery technology in small portable devices, announces its results for the year ended 30 June 2012.
Key highlights
· Total revenue of AUD$3.5 million (2011: AUD$3.8 million) included AUD$3.4 million (2011: AUD$3.1 million) of product sales, a 10% increase year on year generated in CAP-XX's traditional markets of handheld and portable devices
· Service revenue, as anticipated, resulted in nil contribution (2011: AUD$0.7 million) reflecting the timing of Murata payments
· Operating loss of AUD$2.9 million (2011: AUD$3.3 million) reflects the ongoing improvement in product margin which offsets the timing of the Murata service revenue. The increase in the R&D tax rebate from the Australian Tax Office, which will be received in cash, was a result of increased product development expenditure
· Successful completion of a £2.8m capital raising in March with 9.245 million shares issued at 30p per share. Cash reserves at the end of June were A$3.8m
· Increased interest in the CAP-XX technology beyond mobile devices, notably in the automotive and other large cell markets
· The Board expects royalty receipts from Murata to increase following the recent Murata announcement related to product extensions and capacity expansion*
Anthony Kongats, CEO of CAP-XX said:
"We are encouraged by the continued expansion of our own product sales and the enthusiasm shown by potential customers in our larger devices, which have been developed for the automotive stop-start market. Meanwhile, the recent announcement of capacity expansion by our partner Murata gives us further encouragement that we are closer to adoption of supercapacitor technology for the mobile handset market."
* http://www.murata.com/new/news_release/2012/0924/index.html
For further information contact:
Anthony Kongats, Chief Executive Officer +61 (0) 2 9428 0139
Kreab Gavin Anderson & Company (Financial PR)
Robert Speed / Deborah Walter / Anthony Hughes +44 (0) 20 7074 1800
Seymour Pierce Ltd (Nominated Adviser and Broker)
Rick Thompson / Catherine Leftley (Corporate Finance) +44 (0) 20 7107 8000
David Banks / Paul Jewel (Corporate Broking)
More information is available at www.cap-xx.com
Notes to Editors:
CAP-XX is a world leader in the design and manufacture of this form supercapacitors and energy management systems, predominantly for portable electronic devices.
The unique feature of CAP-XX's supercapacitors is their ability to store high volumes of energy and output high power levels within a thin form design. These attributes will be critical for the next generation of high volume, power hungry portable electronic devices, including mobile phones.
Portable devices are one of the fastest growing segments of the electronics market and provide the greatest opportunities for CAP-XX's products. CAP-XX's products are already an established enabling technology for the current generation of wireless devices and portable devices.
Chairman's statement Company highlights for 2012 were dominated by the world wide interest in the CAP-XX supercapacitor technology associated with the automotive markets and especially the stop-start application. The Company completed a capital raising exercise in the second half of the year.
For the fiscal year ended 30 June 2012, the Company reported total revenue of AUD $3.5 million (2011: AUD $ 3.8 million) with the decline due to the final payments associated with the R&D feasibility program being received in the 2011 financial year (2011: AUD$0.7million). Product sales were up 10%. The net loss for the twelve months to 30 June 2012 was AUD $2.9 million (2011: loss of AUD $3.3 million). Although the loss is similar to the previous year, it needs to be highlighted that operational improvements at both Penang and Lane Cove over the past twelve months were able to cover the shortfall in the Murata R&D receipts from the previous year. Similar to last year, the 2012 result does include an accrued tax rebate from the Australian Taxation Office related to eligible Research & Development expenditure. The previous year's cash rebate was received in December 2011 and it is expected that this year's cash rebate will be received in a similar time frame.
During the year, we successfully developed a supercapacitor module for use in automotive Stop-Start applications. The module provides significant performance improvements relative to battery-only systems. The Stop-Start application is an important market opportunity, as vehicle manufacturers increasingly adopt Stop-Start systems to reduce vehicle emissions and improve fuel efficiency. The demand and interest of the automotive supercapacitor module has been greater that initially estimated and the module is currently being tested by numerous major automotive OEMs and their Tier 1 suppliers. In order to meet the demand for samples a small scale assembly machine has been ordered for the production of large prismatic supercapacitors. It is expected that this will be commissioned in the first half of the current financial year. The Company anticipates that a partner to commercialise the technology associated with the Stop-Start application will be found within the next 12 months.
It is pleasing to report that despite uncertainty in world markets, the Company continues to report a year on year volume increase in product sales. For the year ended June 2012, volumes increased by 14%. The majority of the increase continued to be generated from traditional markets such as hand held computers, point-of-sale systems, solid state drives and location tracking devices. The first shipments of a new portable medical device associated with the management of diabetes were also commenced late in the 2012 financial year. While initial volumes are modest they are anticipated to grow substantially in the coming years. The Average Selling Price increased to US$3.47 which represents a 1% increase over the previous year. The strengthening Australian dollar did have a negative impact (5%) on revenue, which culminated in total product sales increasing 10% over the prior year.
Murata have continued to actively market and sell CAP-XX supercapacitors over the past twelve months. Although the Murata sales that have been achieved are lower than expected, Murata's investment in product line extensions and increased manufacturing capacity support the Board's expectations of accelerated sales growth over the coming years. CAP-XX and Murata have deferred the surface mount device license negotiations as it is the Company's understanding that Murata is focusing its efforts on increasing sales of the supercapacitor products already in production. CAP-XX is in initial negotiations with several other manufacturers regarding licensing the surface mount technology. During the year, the Company undertook a capital raising with 9.245m shares being issued at a £ 0.30 share price. This transaction occurred in March 2012 with 72% of the shares issued being acquired by new institutional investors with the remainder being acquired by existing institutional shareholders. Apart from general working capital requirements, the additional funds will be utilised to acquire new production plant and machinery which will assist with the reduction of manufacturing costs and increase the competiveness of the CAP-XX product range. The funds will also be used to accelerate the production of large prismatic supercapacitor samples for automotive and other new applications. It was highlighted at the time of the capital raising that a Chinese automotive component company agreed to subscribe for 1.7m shares, subject to Chinese Government approval. Despite numerous requests and frustrating ongoing negotiations the Board have concluded that the necessary Chinese Government approvals will not be received and therefore there is no realistic prospect that the subscription funds will be forthcoming. The financial impact of the transaction (AUD$0.7m) has been removed from internal cash projections. In what has been a difficult operating environment, the CAP-XX management team and staff have performed admirably in achieving new and exciting product developments, delivering operational improvements and continuing to increase sales. Given the amount of interest shown in the new and emerging technologies and the increase in enquiries from developing markets, the Board remain confident of further advancement in these key areas over the next twelve months.
Michael Quinn Chairman
8 October 2012
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The Company had recognised that several successful and reliable large scale contract manufacturers needed to be identified in order to pursue the mobile phone market and other opportunities for small supercapacitors. With the addition of Murata and Nationgate, CAP-XX's long term supply strategy for these markets is now in place. Access to capacity for the longer term is also in place to meet the expected increase in demand for the CAP-XX supercapacitor.
Murata is well recognised as a worldwide components manufacturer and already supplies to large mobile handset manufacturers. Murata's worldwide distribution expertise will also assist with the sales and marketing of the CAP-XX supercapacitor. Murata have commissioned their production plant and have commenced sales. They are forecasting an increase in sales over the coming years. Polar Twin Advance and Nationgate are also well known in South East Asia as contract manufacturers of choice and have been operating successfully for more than 10 years. Both have impressive lists of customers.
As previously reported, Murata, via its already well established supply chain interaction, with the mobile handset manufacturers, has assumed the business development role in acquiring a mobile design win which would incorporate the CAP-XX supercapacitor. Although progress has been impacted by the global slowdown in the electronics market, expectations remain high. Murata has advised that it continues to promote supercapacitors strongly to mobile phone manufacturers and other applications. It is planning for strong growth in volumes in 2012 and beyond.
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CAP-XX Limited
Income statement
For the year ended 30 June 2012
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Consolidated |
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2012 |
2011 |
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Currency: Australian Dollars |
Notes |
$ |
$ |
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Revenue from continuing operations |
1 |
3,466,502 |
3,844,296 |
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Cost of sale of goods & services |
2 |
(2,725,562) |
(3,237,993) |
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Gross margin on sale of goods & services |
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740,940 |
606,303 |
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Other revenue |
1 |
107,610 |
110,471 |
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Other income |
3 |
333,324 |
14,281 |
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General and administrative expenses |
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(2,354,639) |
(2,231,798) |
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Process and engineering expenses |
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(367,327) |
(386,547) |
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Selling and marketing expenses |
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(411,324) |
(432,807) |
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Research and development expenses |
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(1,998,271) |
(1,522,909) |
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Other expenses |
4 |
(74,562) |
(117,301) |
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Loss before income tax |
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(4,024,249) |
(3,960,307) |
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Income tax benefit / (expense) |
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1,111,430 |
675,000 |
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Net loss for the year |
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(2,912,819) |
(3,285,307) |
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Loss attributable to owners of CAP-XX Limited |
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(2,912,819) |
(3,285,307) |
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Earnings per share for (loss) attributable to the ordinary equity holders of the Company |
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Cents |
Cents |
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Basic earnings/(loss) per share |
5 |
(3.7) |
(4.8) |
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Diluted earnings/(loss) per share |
5 |
(3.7) |
(4.8) |
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The above income statement should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes.
CAP-XX Limited
Statement of comprehensive income
For the year ended 30 June 2012
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Consolidated |
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2012 |
2011 |
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Currency: Australian Dollars |
Notes |
$ |
$ |
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Loss for the year |
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(2,912,819) |
(3,285,307) |
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Other comprehensive income |
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Exchange differences on translation of foreign operations |
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(20,243) |
113,214 |
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Other comprehensive income for the year, net of tax |
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(20,243) |
113,214 |
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Total comprehensive income for the year attributable to owners of CAP-XX Limited |
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(2,933,062) |
(3,172,093) |
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CAP-XX Limited
Balance sheet
As at 30 June 2012
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Consolidated |
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2012 |
2011 |
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Currency: Australian Dollars |
Notes |
$ |
$ |
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ASSETS |
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Current assets |
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Cash and cash equivalents |
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3,816,979 |
3,073,481 |
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Receivables |
|
1,709,390 |
1,272,221 |
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Inventories |
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758,027 |
1,466,257 |
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Other |
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81,677 |
59,260 |
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Total current assets |
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6,366,073 |
5,871,219 |
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Non-current assets |
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Property, plant and equipment |
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515,716 |
755,111 |
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Other |
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236,507 |
208,233 |
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Total non-current assets |
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752,223 |
963,344 |
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Total assets |
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7,118,296 |
6,834,563 |
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LIABILITIES |
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Current liabilities |
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Payables |
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900,264 |
1,247,073 |
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Provisions |
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740,382 |
516,226 |
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Other |
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772,650 |
772,650 |
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Total current liabilities |
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2,413,296 |
2,535,949 |
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Non-current liabilities |
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Provisions |
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230,612 |
1,136,826 |
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Total non-current liabilities |
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230,612 |
1,136,826 |
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Total liabilities |
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2,643,908 |
3,669,775 |
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Net assets |
|
4,474,388 |
3,164,788 |
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EQUITY |
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Contributed equity |
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87,932,560 |
83,979,118 |
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Reserves |
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3,306,477 |
3,037,500 |
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Accumulated losses |
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(86,764,649) |
(83,851,830) |
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TOTAL EQUITY |
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4,474,388 |
3,164,788 |
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CAP-XX Limited
Statement of changes in equity
For the year ended 30 June 2012
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Consolidated |
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Contributed Equity $ |
Reserves $ |
Accumulated losses $ |
Total $ |
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Notes |
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Balance at 1 July 2010 |
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81,878,750 |
2,491,744 |
(80,566,523) |
3,803,971 |
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Total comprehensive income for the year as reported in the 2011 financial statements |
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- |
113,214 |
(3,285,307) |
(3,172,093) |
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Transactions with owners in their capacity as owners: |
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Contributions of equity, net of transaction costs |
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2,100,368 |
- |
- |
2,100,368 |
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Employee share options ‑ value of employee services |
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- |
432,542 |
- |
432,542 |
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2,100,368 |
432,542 |
- |
2,532,910 |
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Balance at 30 June 2011 |
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83,979,118 |
3,037,500 |
(83,851,830) |
3,164,788 |
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Total comprehensive income for the year |
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- |
(20,243) |
(2,912,819) |
(2,933,062) |
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Transactions with owners in their capacity as owners: |
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Contributions of equity, net of transaction costs and tax |
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3,953,442 |
- |
- |
3,953,442 |
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Employee share options ‑ value of employee services |
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- |
289,220 |
- |
289,220 |
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3,953,442 |
289,220 |
- |
4,242,662 |
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Balance at 30 June 2012 |
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87,932,560 |
3,306,477 |
(86,764,649) |
4,474,388 |
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CAP-XX Limited
Cash flow statement
For the year ended 30 June 2012
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Consolidated |
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2012 |
2011 |
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Currency: Australian Dollars |
Notes |
$ |
$ |
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Cash flows from operating activities |
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Receipts from customers (inclusive of goods and services tax) |
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3,793,426 |
5,101,183 |
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Payments to suppliers and employees (inclusive of goods and services tax) |
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(7,988,747) |
(8,406,428) |
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(4,195,321) |
(3,305,245) |
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Tax credit received |
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693,986 |
- |
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Grants received |
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304,521 |
14,281 |
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Interest received |
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107,610 |
110,471 |
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Net cash (outflow) from operating activities |
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(3,089,204) |
(3,180,493) |
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Cash flows from investing activities |
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Payments for property, plant and equipment |
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(100,497) |
(73,580) |
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Net cash (outflow) from investing activities |
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(100,497) |
(73,580) |
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Cash flows from financing activities |
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Proceeds from issue of shares (net of costs) |
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3,953,442 |
2,100,368 |
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Net cash inflow from financing activities |
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3,953,442 |
2,100,368 |
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Net increase in cash and cash equivalents |
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763,741 |
(1,153,705) |
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Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the financial year |
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3,073,481 |
4,113,970 |
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Effects of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents |
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(20,243) |
113,216 |
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Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the financial year |
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3,816,979 |
3,073,481 |
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Notes to the financial statements
Basis of preparation
The financial information included in this announcement does not constitute statutory accounts within the meaning of the Australian Corporations Act 2001. Whilst the financial information has been computed in accordance with Australian equivalents to International Financial Reporting standards, other authoritative pronouncements of the Australian Accounting Standards Board, Urgent Issues Group Interpretations and the Corporations Act 2001, this announcement does not itself contain sufficient information to comply with those requirements.
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Consolidated |
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2012 |
2011 |
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$ |
$ |
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Note 1 Revenue |
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Sales revenue |
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Sale of goods |
|
3,466,502 |
3,127,197 |
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Sale of services |
|
- |
717,099 |
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3,466,502 |
3,844,296 |
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Other revenue |
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Interest |
|
107,610 |
110,471 |
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107,610 |
110,471 |
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Total revenue |
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3,574,112 |
3,954,767 |
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Consolidated |
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2012 |
2011 |
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$ |
$ |
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Note 2 Cost of Sale of Goods |
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Direct materials and labour |
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1,773,122 |
2,035,332 |
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Indirect manufacturing expenses |
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952,440 |
1,202,661 |
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2,725,562 |
3,237,993 |
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Consolidated |
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2012 |
2011 |
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$ |
$ |
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Note 3 Other income |
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Government grants Foreign Exchange Gains - (net) |
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304,521 28,803 |
- 14,281 |
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333,324 |
14,281 |
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Consolidated |
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2012 |
2011 |
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$ |
$ |
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Note 4 Other Expenses |
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Foreign Exchange losses |
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- |
279,384 |
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Provision for Withholding Tax Dimuition |
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1,650 |
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Provision for credit notes / doubtful debts |
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18,912 |
(12,462) |
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Provision for make good on premises |
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40,000 |
40,000 |
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Provision for returns and rework |
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14,000 |
(32,621) |
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Reversal of impairment on plant and equipment |
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- |
(157,000) |
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74,562 |
117,301 |
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Consolidated |
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2012 |
2011 |
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$ |
$ |
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Note 5 Loss per share
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Net loss |
(2,912,819) |
(3,285,307) |
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Loss per share - undiluted |
($0.037) |
($0.048) |
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Weighted Average Share on Issue during the year |
79,760,228 |
68,704,995 |
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