30th Sep 2010 07:00
30 September 2010
SerVision PLC
("SerVision" or "the Company")
Interim Results
For the Six Months Ended 30 June 2010
SerVision (AIM: SEV), the AIM listed leading developer and manufacturer of an award winning range of digital security systems, is pleased to announce its unaudited interim results for the six month period ended 30 June 2010. SerVision has developed and patented a video compression technology, which allows high quality, real-time CCTV transmissions to be streamed across mobile phone networks.
HIGHLIGHTS:
·; Revenues increased by 29% to $2.7m (H1 09: $2.1m);
·; Operating profit was $769,000, compared to an operating loss of $293,000 for H1 2009;
·; Net profit for the period rose significantly to $729,000, compared to a loss of $316,000 for H1 2009 and a net profit of $509,000 in H2 2009;
·; New contracts in the UK, Europe, North America and Asia to supply systems for buses, cash-in-transit, airports, emergency services and taxis;
·; In ongoing negotiations with major mobile operators in South America, China and Europe to supply mobile camera systems for the home security market; and
·; New product features include G-Force sensors which detect acceleration and irregular movement in vehicles allowing rapid response to vehicle accidents and negligent driving.
Gidon Tahan, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of SerVision, commented, "We are very excited by the significant improvement in the Company's financial performance, as highlighted by these results, and by the strong pipeline of opportunities currently under discussion with our business partners. The Board feel that the Company's broad range of systems, particularly our robust mobile cameras, are amongst the most technologically advanced on the market due to our patented compression technology, which allows high quality, real-time video to be streamed across mobile networks."
For further information:
SerVision plc |
+972 2535 0015 |
Eitan Yanuv, Finance Director |
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Allenby Capital Limited (Nominated Adviser/Joint Broker) |
+44 (0)20 3328 5656 |
Nick Athanas / James Reeve |
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Old Park Lane Capital plc (Joint Broker) |
+44 (0)20 7518 2603 |
Forbes Cutler |
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Leander (Financial PR) |
+44 (0)7795 168 157 |
Christian Taylor-Wilkinson |
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CHAIRMAN'S STATEMENT
I am pleased to announce SerVision's consolidated group financial statements for the six months ended 30 June 2010. Our net profit for this period was $729,000 compared to a loss of $316,000 for the same period in 2009.
Sales and Marketing
During this period SerVision announced a new distribution agreement with Vision Techniques, a leading UK-based supplier of mobile security solutions to cash-in-transit companies, police and fire departments and public transport organizations. Ongoing UK-based projects with G4S and a new partnership with Loomis, are expected to progress during the coming months.
The Company also announced in May 2010 a manufacturing rights agreement with Rich Wonder Technology Limited to manufacture all of SerVision's narrow band-width video gateway products to be sold in China and other authorised territories. Under the terms of the agreement, the consideration payable to SerVision was $2.0 million of which $600,000 was payable in cash. The balance of $300,000 of the cash consideration is expected to be received by the Company by the end of October 2010. The remaining $1,400,000 will be satisfied by the provision of 3,730 MVG 400 units of stock to the Company.
SerVision recently supplied 250 UVG gateways to a new Bank/ATM project in Singapore, and our new Compact Video Gateway - Mobile ("CVG-M"), ideal for body-worn applications, was recently selected for an airport security project in Guangzhou China in advance of the 2010 Asian Games being held in November. SerVision's MVG 400 mobile video solution was selected for an 800 vehicle school bus project in San Antonio, Texas and the first 150 units have already been supplied.
The Company is currently shortlisted for two very promising large-scale government projects in Nigeria and South Africa and the Directors hope to have positive results from these discussions in the coming months. With regards to our revolutionary mobile video systems (MVG and CVG-M), we remain in regular contact with a leading German telecoms operator to formalise a framework for cooperation in the German market, whereby SerVision would supply its products, through the mobile operator to their subscribers via a monthly contract fee. SerVision's partner in China has recently begun discussions with China Mobile, the country's largest cellular operator, and we are also now in the process of exploring opportunities with the largest cellular operator in Mexico. The Directors believe that the potential in the market for a portable, cost effective, live-streaming home security video system which can be viewed on a mobile device is significant and it is hoped that one or all of these discussions will result in a new supply agreement for the Company.
Research and Development
SerVision's newly launched CVG-M has begun to make inroads in the global security market and is currently being piloted for a number of large-scale mobile projects. The two channel unit with bi-directional audio and integrated GSM and GPS modules now has full support for recording to a removable micro SD card. The system is available for deployment for a range of applications including the remote monitoring of individual persons, vehicles and remote sites. SerVision's CVG-M and MVG mobile solutions both support an integrated G-Force sensor that detects sudden changes in acceleration and irregular movement, offering bus companies and other fleet operators the ability to monitor and record roadside accidents, negligent driving and in the case of cash-in-transit vehicles, illegal interference.
During the first half of this year, SerVision released new client software for the iPhone and completed software support for video TV-walls commonly used in large control centres. SerVision's software team is now in the final stage of releasing a new control centre/backup solution that is designed and optimised to manage simultaneous connectivity with thousands of video gateways.
Financials
·; Revenues, including manufacturing rights, increased by 29% to $2,727,000 for this period compared to $2,113,000 for the same period in 2009.
·; Operating profit for the period was $769,000 compared to an operating loss of $293,000 for the same period in 2009.
·; Net profit for the period was $729,000 compared to a loss of $316,000 for the same period in 2009 and a net profit of $509,000 for the second half of 2009.
·; Cash at the end of the period was $172,000, compared to $125,000 as at 30 June 2009.
Conclusion
We are very excited by the significant increase in the Company's performance, as highlighted by these results, and by the strong pipeline of opportunities currently under discussion with our business partners. We view the second half of the financial year with optimism, as we anticipate further penetration of the mobile surveillance market as our products gain recognition and credibility within the industry. The past 12 months have shown us deliver our strongest performance and I remain hopeful about the Company's ability to continue to grow in the future.
I would like to express gratitude to our shareholders for their ongoing support, and to all SerVision personnel for their dedication and commitment to the Company's future and success.
Gidon Tahan
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
29 September 2010
CONSOLIDATED GROUP COMPREHENSIVE INCOME STATEMENT
FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED 30 JUNE 2010
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Six months to |
Six months to |
Year to 31 |
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30 June 2010 |
30 June 2009 |
December 2009 |
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Note |
$'000 |
$'000 |
$'000 |
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Unaudited |
Unaudited |
Audited |
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TURNOVER |
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3 |
2,727 |
2,113 |
5,367 |
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Cost of sales |
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(775) |
(1,099) |
(2,725) |
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GROSS PROFIT |
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1,952 |
1,014 |
2,642 |
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Administrative expenses |
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(1,164) |
(1,307) |
(2,394) |
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Other Income, net |
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(19) |
- |
37 |
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OPERATING PROFIT/(LOSS) |
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769 |
(293) |
285 |
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Net finance expense |
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(40) |
(23) |
(92) |
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PROFIT/(LOSS) ON ORDINARY |
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ACTIVITIES BEFORE TAXATION |
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729 |
(316) |
193 |
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Tax on loss on ordinary activities |
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4 |
- |
- |
- |
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NET PROFIT/(LOSS) FOR THE YEAR |
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729 |
(316) |
193 |
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Translation difference arising from translating |
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into presentation currency |
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(4) |
- |
(32) |
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TOTAL COMPREHENSIVE |
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PROFIT/(LOSS) FOR THE YEAR |
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725 |
(316) |
161 |
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Profit/(loss) per share |
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Basic and diluted |
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5 |
1.74 |
(1.06c ) |
0.61c |
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CONSOLIDATED GROUP BALANCE SHEET
AT 30 JUNE 2010
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As at 30 June |
As at 30 June |
As at 31 |
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2010 |
2009 |
December 2009 |
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$'000 |
$'000 |
$'000 |
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Unaudited |
Unaudited |
Audited |
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ASSETS |
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Non-current assets |
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Intangible assets |
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4,277 |
3,584 |
4,016 |
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Property, plant and equipment |
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57 |
58 |
54 |
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4,334 |
3,642 |
4,070 |
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Current assets |
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Inventories |
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452 |
417 |
196 |
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Trade and other receivables |
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2,849 |
1,335 |
2,223 |
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Cash and cash equivalents |
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172 |
125 |
436 |
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3,473 |
1,877 |
2,855 |
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Total assets |
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7,807 |
5,519 |
6,925 |
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EQUITY |
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Capital and reserves attributable to the |
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Company's equity shareholders |
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Called up share capital |
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755 |
556 |
711 |
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Share premium account |
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11,423 |
9,776 |
10,920 |
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Merger reserve |
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1,979 |
1,979 |
1,979 |
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Other reserve |
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24 |
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24 |
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Retained earnings and translation reserves |
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(9,174) |
(10,376) |
(9,899) |
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Total equity |
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5,007 |
1,935 |
3,735 |
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LIABILITIES |
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Current liabilities |
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Short term credit from banking institutions |
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385 |
658 |
264 |
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Loan from the office of the chief scientist |
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126 |
109 |
116 |
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Trade and other payables |
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984 |
1,431 |
1,463 |
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1,495 |
2,198 |
1,843 |
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Non-current liabilities |
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Long term loan from bank institution |
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216 |
360 |
291 |
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Loan from Office of the Chief Scientist |
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794 |
798 |
789 |
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Post employment benefits |
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295 |
228 |
267 |
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1,305 |
1,386 |
1,347 |
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Total liabilities |
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2,800 |
3,584 |
3,190 |
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Total equity and liabilities |
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7,807 |
5,519 |
6,925 |
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CONSOLIDATED GROUP STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY
FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED 30 JUNE 2010
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Share |
Share |
Merger |
Other |
Retained |
Translation |
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Capital |
Premium |
Reserve |
reserve |
earnings |
reserve |
Total |
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$'000 |
$'000 |
$'000 |
$'000 |
$'000 |
$'000 |
$'000 |
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As at 1 January 2009 |
556 |
9,776 |
1,979 |
- |
(10,217) |
157 |
2,251 |
Total comprehensive loss |
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- |
- |
- |
- |
(316) |
- |
(316) |
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As at 30 June 2009 |
556 |
9,776 |
1,979 |
- |
(10,533) |
157 |
1,935 |
Total comprehensive profit |
- |
- |
- |
- |
469 |
8 |
477 |
Issue of shares (net of costs) |
155 |
1,144 |
- |
24 |
- |
- |
1,323 |
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As at 31 December 2009 |
711 |
10,920 |
1,979 |
24 |
(10,064) |
165 |
3,735 |
Total comprehensive profit |
- |
- |
- |
- |
729 |
(4) |
725 |
Issue of shares (net of costs) |
44 |
503 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
547 |
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At 30 June 2010 |
755 |
11,423 |
1,979 |
24 |
(9,335) |
161 |
5,007 |
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CONSOLIDATED GROUP CASH FLOW STATEMENT
FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED 30 JUNE 2010
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Six months to |
Six months to |
Year to 31 |
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30 June 2010 |
30 June 2009 |
December 2009 |
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$'000 |
$'000 |
$'000 |
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Unaudited |
Unaudited |
Audited |
Cash flows from operating activities |
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Profit/(loss) before taxation |
729 |
(316) |
193 |
Adjustments for: |
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Net finance expense |
40 |
30 |
92 |
Depreciation and amortisation |
305 |
733 |
881 |
Movement in trade and other receivables |
(627) |
341 |
(846) |
Movement in inventories |
(256) |
146 |
367 |
Movement in post retirement benefits |
28 |
34 |
73 |
Movement in trade and other payables |
(479) |
(227) |
(194) |
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Net cash (outflow)/inflow from operating activities |
(260) |
741 |
566 |
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Cash flow from investing activities |
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Purchase of property, plant, equipment and intangibles |
(568) |
(449) |
(1,026) |
Net interest paid |
(40) |
(30) |
(92) |
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Net cash outflow from investing activities |
(608) |
(479) |
(1,118) |
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Cash flows from financing activities |
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Issue of shares |
547 |
- |
1,401 |
Net loans repaid |
(30) |
(196) |
(551) |
Loan from chief scientist repaid |
- |
(84) |
- |
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Cash inflow/(outflow) from financing activities |
517 |
(280) |
850 |
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Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period |
304 |
38 |
38 |
Net cash outflow from all activities |
(351) |
(18) |
298 |
Non-cash movement arising on foreign currency translation |
(4) |
(221) |
(32) |
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Cash and cash equivalents at end of period |
(51) |
(201) |
304 |
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Cash and cash equivalents comprise |
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Cash (excluding overdrafts) and cash equivalents |
172 |
125 |
436 |
Overdrafts |
(223) |
(326) |
(132) |
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(51) |
(201) |
304 |
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NOTES TO THE INTERIM FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
1. BASIS OF PREPARATION
These interim consolidated financial statements are for the six months ended 30 June 2010. The have been prepared in accordance with IAS, Interim Financial Reporting. These interim financial statements have been prepared in accordance with IFRS standards and IFRIC interpretations issued and effective or issued and early adopted as at time of preparing these statements (September 2010). The IFRS standards and IFRIC interpretations that will be applicable at 31 December 2010, including those that will be applicable on an optional basis, are not known with certainty at the time of preparing these interim financial statements. The policies set out below have been consistently applied to all the years presented.
These consolidated financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention.
The information set out in this interim report for the six months ended 30 June 2010 does not constitute statutory accounts as defined by section 434 of the Companies Act 2006. The statutory accounts for the year ended 31 December 2009, incorporating an unqualified auditors' report, have been filed with the Registrar of Companies.
The condensed group financial statements are presented in US Dollars and all values are rounded to the nearest thousand dollars ($'000) except when otherwise indicated.
2. RAISING OF CAPITAL
During January 2010, the Company issued 2.7 million new ordinary shares at a price of 12.5 pence per share in raising £342,000. The net proceeds will be used for additional working capital for the subsidiary.
3. TAXATION
The Company is controlled and managed by its Board in Israel. Accordingly, the interaction of UK domestic tax rules and the taxation agreement entered into between the U.K. and Israel operate so as to treat the Company as solely resident for tax purposes in Israel. The Company undertakes no business activity in the UK such as might result in a Permanent Establishment for tax purposes and accordingly has no liability to UK corporation tax.
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PROFIT/(LOSS) PER SHARE |
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The profit per share of 1.74c (31 December 2009: 0.61c; 30 June 2009: (1.06c)) has been calculated on the weighted average number of share in issue during the year namely 41,669,435 (31 December 2009: 32,131,199; 30 June 2009: 29,881,490) and profit of US$ 724,853 (31 December 2009: US$161,000; 30 June 2009: US$ (316,861)).
Due to the immaterial number of options in issue there is no material difference between the diluted and basic loss per share.
5. AVAILABILITY OF INTERIM REPORT
The interim financial statements will be available from the Company's registered office and, in accordance with the AIM Rules for Companies, will be available shortly on the Company's website, www.servision.net.
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