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Petra Diamonds Limited Annual Report and Accounts 2014

 Consistent
 delivery

The Blue Moon Diamond

In January 2014, an exceptional 
29.6 carat blue diamond was recovered 
at Cullinan.

Noted as an outstanding blue with extraordinary 
saturation, tone and clarity, the diamond was 
sold in February 2014, following a highly 
competitive sales process, for US$25.6 million 
(over US$860,000 per carat). 

The stone was subsequently unveiled as the 
‘Blue Moon’, a 12 carat cushion-cut diamond 
of the highest quality, being ‘fancy vivid’ 
blue in colour and ‘internally flawless’ in clarity. 
The Blue Moon is considered an historic diamond 
and is on display at the Natural History Museum 
of Los Angeles from September 2014 until 
January 2015.

Front cover:  
Shift Boss Monica Sentsho is part of 
the team working hard to open up 
access to new underground mining 
areas at the Cullinan mine.

 Consistent
 delivery

FY 2014 marked a 
further progression of 
our strategy to develop 
a world-class diamond 
mining group.

Our Performance
Page 4

Chief Executive’s 
Statement
Page 10

Our Strategy and Key 
Performance Indicators
Page 21

Corporate Governance
Page 54

Glossary
Page 155

Petra Diamonds is 
a leading independent 
diamond mining group 
and an important supplier 
of rough diamonds to the 
international market.

Discover more about 
Petra online
petradiamonds.com

See our Sustainability 
Report online
petradiamonds.com/
sustainability

OVERVIEW
02  Chairman’s Statement
04  Our Performance
06  Our Business

STRATEGIC REPORT
10  Chief Executive’s Statement
13  Our Market
18  Our Business Model
21  Our Strategy
24  Key Performance Indicators
26  Financial Review
30  Operational Review

32  Finsch
34  Cullinan
36  Koffiefontein
38  Kimberley Underground
39  Williamson
40  Resource Management 

and Exploration

42  Governance Overview
44  Board of Directors
46  Risks Overview
48  Sustainability Overview

CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
54  Corporate Governance Statement
62  Report of the Audit Committee
68  Risk Management
72 

 Report of the Nomination 
Committee

73  Report of the HSSE Committee
74  Directors’ Remuneration Report

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
92   Directors’ Responsibilities 

Statement

93   Independent Auditors’ Report
96  Consolidated Income Statement
97   Consolidated Statement of 

Other Comprehensive Income

98   Consolidated Statement 
of Changes in Equity
100  Consolidated Statement 
of Financial Position
101   Consolidated Statement 

of Cashflows

102  Notes to the Annual 
Financial Statements
143  Five-year Summary 

of Consolidated Figures

SUPPLEMENTARY 
INFORMATION
144 Petra’s Partners
145  FY 2014 – Operations 

Results Tables

148  2014 Resource Statement
152   Shareholder and Corporate 

Information

155  Glossary

Petra Diamonds Limited
Annual Report and Accounts 2014

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Chairman’s Statement

Delivering on our plans

Our strategy to become a globally significant diamond producer has remained 
consistent and we have repeatedly delivered on this aim.

Dear Shareholder,
I am delighted to introduce the 2014 Annual Report, which 
outlines a further year of solid growth during which the Company 
has continued to establish itself as one of the world’s leading 
independent diamond mining groups.

Consistent delivery 
Petra is notable for its consistency. Our strategy to become 
a globally significant diamond producer has remained 
consistent, and we have repeatedly delivered on this aim, 
increasing production, progressing our expansion plans, 
improving margins and growing our business year-on-year. 

This strategy has been facilitated by our success in acquiring 
high quality producing diamond mines, where we had identified 
the potential for optimisation and expansion, through investment 
and the deployment of our team’s expertise. 

We are now just over halfway through the expansion plan 
that we initially outlined in FY 2009, and then updated in 2011 
(to include the addition of the Finsch mine), to grow production 
to circa 5.0 million carats by FY 2019. Since embarking on this plan, 
we have grown production threefold from just over 1.0 million 
carats in FY 2009 to 3.1 million carats in FY 2014. Over the same 
period, we have grown Group revenue nearly seven times from 
US$69.3 million to US$471.8 million. Finally we have grown 
all-important profitability, with adjusted EBITDA and our 

FY 2014 saw Petra 
achieve record financial 
results across the board, 
which is a testament 
to the tenacity and 
vision of our team.

Adonis Pouroulis
Chairman

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OVERVIEWPetra’s mission

By responsibly developing our assets, 
we unlock value for all stakeholders.

Our values

1 Let’s do no harm

2 Let’s make a difference

3 Let’s do it right

4 Let’s take control

5 Let’s do it better

adjusted net profit after tax reaching all-time highs of 
US$187.7 million and US$93.7 million in FY 2014 respectively.

FY 2014 saw Petra achieve record financial results across the board, 
which is a testament to the tenacity and vision of our team. 
These excellent achievements have been attained under challenging 
circumstances, considering we are still operating in the mature, 
diluted levels of our underground mines. This bodes very well for 
the future as our expansion plans enable the migration of mining 
to the new working areas, where we will have access to 
undiluted kimberlite. 

A rising star in Africa
Petra is committed to Africa, which produces circa 60% of 
the world’s diamonds by value. While there remain significant 
challenges across the continent, there is perhaps more optimism 
now about Africa’s prospects, given steady GDP growth and 
growing middle classes, than there has ever been. We want 
to play our part in the ‘Africa Rising’ story.

Petra has developed the foundations of a business plan that 
is sustainable over the long term. In so doing, the Company 
will be in a position to make an important contribution to 
socio-economic development in our local communities, via 
direct employment, indirect support to wider dependents 
and other local economic development opportunities, as well 
as in our host countries, via tax and royalty payments.

We will also be able to continue to showcase the exceptional 
product that we mine, surely one of the Earth’s most beautiful 
natural treasures. As well as the joy that diamonds can bring, 
given their use to celebrate our most special moments, we also 
want to help people understand the real benefits that supporting 
the African diamond industry can bring to the continent. 

A sparkling market
The diamond market performed well during the Year, 
underpinned by the fundamentals of constrained supply and 
continuing growth in demand. We saw strong growth of 7% 
from the major US market, in line with its continued economic 
recovery, as well as continued double digit growth from China 
of 14%. Going into FY 2015, we expect these market dynamics 
to remain intact and are therefore guiding for rising rough 
diamond prices. 

The engine for diamond demand growth is the mass luxury sector, 
representing affordable diamond jewellery, that is accessible to a 
wide range of consumers, with prices per item in the US$200 to 
more than US$2,000 range. This bodes well for our mines, as such 
goods (i.e. smaller diamonds in the second and third quality tiers) 
form the main proportion of our (and global) production.

Our mines also produce some of the world’s most sought after 
and beautiful gems. We have recently seen an increase in the 

Sustainability
Page 48

Corporate Governance
Page 54

frequency of our exceptional diamond recoveries, which is an 
encouraging trend. Of particular note were the 29.6 carat blue 
diamond that sold for US$25.6 million in February 2014, the 
122.5 carat blue diamond that sold for a value of US$27.6 million 
in September 2014 (to a beneficiation partnership, in which 
Petra holds a 15% stake) and the recently recovered 232.1 carat 
white diamond that we expect to sell in Q2 FY 2015.

Planning for the future
Our mines, particularly Finsch, Cullinan and Williamson, are 
notable for their long lives, given the large size of the residual 
resources in place. However, having the right operations is just 
one part of the equation. We also require an appropriately 
skilled and productive workforce, adequate financial resources, 
access to power and water, local community support and a 
consumer market for our product. Long-term planning and 
action to address each of these areas is therefore of paramount 
importance to the management of our business.

Our partners and people
Co-operation with our stakeholders is central to the effective 
running of our business and I would like to thank our host 
Governments of South Africa, Tanzania and Botswana, as well 
as our BEE partners for their continued support.

The Petra Group now encompasses around 4,500 direct 
employees, who are all working incredibly hard to achieve 
our goals on a daily basis. I would like to extend thanks and 
appreciation on behalf of myself and the Board to each one 
of these employees, who are the drivers of our future success.

Outlook
Based on the Company’s successful operational results over 
the last few years, our growing revenue and cashflow, a stable 
diamond market and the welcome recovery of a number of 
exceptional diamonds over the last months, the Board is currently 
reviewing bringing the commencement of dividend payments 
forward from the previously stated target of FY 2016. We will 
provide an update on this by the time of our H1 FY 2015 trading 
update in late January 2015.

Returns to shareholders will be a milestone in Petra’s history 
and a proud day for me as one of the founders.

Adonis Pouroulis
Chairman
17 October 2014

Petra Diamonds Limited
Annual Report and Accounts 2014

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OVERVIEWCORPORATE GOVERNANCESTRATEGIC REPORTFINANCIAL STATEMENTSSUPPLEMENTARY INFOOur Performance

Consistent delivery 
of our growth profile

Financial and Operational Performance

Production
million carats

3.111 

+17%

2.671

2.21

Adjusted operating 
cashflow US$ million

Group LTIFR 

Revenue
US$ million

471.82 

+20%

181.2 

+36%

3.111

471.82

181.2

392.52

316.9

132.8

84.6

0.32 

-52%

1.13

0.67

0.32

12

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1.  Production volumes include 36,287 carats (FY 2013: 72,287 carats, FY 2012: 70,874 carats) relating to the Fissure Mines (Helam, Sedibeng and Star).

2. Revenues for FY 2014 and 2013 excludes revenue generated by Sedibeng JV and Star operations which has been reclassified to loss on disposal of discontinued operations.

Petra offers an exceptional growth profile and is on track to 
steadily increase annual production to 5 million carats by FY 2019.

Johan Dippenaar
Chief Executive

Financial Highlights

Operational Highlights

US$ million

Revenue

Adjusted EBITDA

Adjusted net profit after tax

Net profit after tax

Adjusted operating cashflow

Adjusted EPS (cents)

Basic continuing EPS (cents)

Net debt

Cash at bank 

Diamond debtors 

Diamond inventories

FY 2014

FY 2013 % change

 » Production up 17% to 3,110,823 carats 

471.8

187.7

93.7

67.5

181.2

14.82

12.80

124.9

34.0

55.4

27.0

392.5

127.6

53.6

27.9

132.8

11.34

10.43

120.8

26.2

74.8

31.5

+20%

+47%

+75%

+142%

+36%

+31%

+23%

+3%

+30%

-26%

-14%

+8%

(FY 2013: 2,668,305 carats), ahead of market 
guidance of 3 Mcts. 

 » Operating costs remained well controlled.

 » Capex of US$211.2 million (FY 2013: US$191.2 million) 
(including capitalised borrowing costs), in accordance 
with the roll-out of the Group’s expansion programmes.

 » Safety: Group Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate 

(“LTIFR”) improved to 0.32 (FY 2013: 0.67), a good 
achievement in comparison to international industry 
standards (particularly for underground operations).

 » Divestment of the Sedibeng and Star mines; Petra is 
currently in discussions with employee representatives 
as to the future of the remaining Helam fissure mine.

Bank loans and borrowings 

158.9

147.0

Refer to the Financial Review on pages 26 to 29, together 
with page 143, for definition of non-GAAP measures.

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OVERVIEW 
Organic Growth Path to 5 Million Carats Per Annum

 » Operating cashflow to cover capital programme from FY 2015 onwards.

 » Significant free cashflow generation to come – dividend policy to be announced in FY 2015.

FY 2019 production 
target of ca. 5.0 Mcts; 
revenue of ca. US$1.2bn

FY 2015 
production 
target of 
ca. 3.2 Mcts 

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of 3.1 Mcts; 
revenue of 
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Note: All forecasts for production, revenue and Capex are management estimates. Capex is in nominal terms; diamond prices are calculated using a 4% real price increase.

Future Plans

Outlook

 » Production forecast to increase to 3.2 Mcts in FY 2015.

 » Expansion plans remain on track to increase production 

to 5 Mcts by FY 2019.

 » Recent conclusion of a three-year wage agreement 
with the National Union of Mineworkers (“NUM”) 
in South Africa.

 » Petra has guided for higher rough diamond pricing 

in FY 2015. 

 » Petra may bring the commencement of dividend 

payments forward from the previously communicated 
date of FY 2016. The Company will release further 
information on this on or before publication of its 
H1 FY 2015 trading update (end January 2015).

Exceptional diamonds in FY 2015

 » The 122 carat blue diamond from Cullinan sold for 

US$27.6 million on 16 September 2014; Petra received 
US$23.5 million (being payment from its polishing 
partner for 85%) and will receive a 15% share in the net 
proceeds of the polished yield, after beneficiation 
and related expenses.

 » A 232 carat white diamond of exceptional size, colour 
and clarity was recovered at Cullinan in September 2014. 
This stone is expected to be sold in Q2 FY 2015.

Our Strategy
Page 21

Operational Review
Page 30

Petra Diamonds Limited
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OVERVIEWCORPORATE GOVERNANCESTRATEGIC REPORTFINANCIAL STATEMENTSSUPPLEMENTARY INFO 
 
 
 
Williamson

Our Business

Consistent delivery 
across our asset portfolio

Kalahari 
Diamonds
(exploration)

Cullinan

Finsch

Kimberley 
Underground

Koffiefontein

Williamson

WORLD-CLASS ASSETS

Petra mines and sells rough diamonds from its diversified portfolio of producing mines 
in South Africa and Tanzania, and is also exploring for diamond deposits in Botswana.

Finsch

Koffiefontein

Williamson

A major producer with 
world-class infrastructure. 

One of the world’s top kimberlite 
mines by diamond value.

Tanzania’s most important 
diamond producer.

Kalahari 
Diamonds
(exploration)

 » Produces a number of +50 carat 

 » Regularly produces exceptional 

stones annually, highly commercial 
goods of +5 carats and is rich in gem 
quality smaller diamonds.

white diamonds of between five 
and 30 carats in size.

 » Renowned for beautifully rounded 
white goods and ‘bubblegum’ 
pink diamonds.

Cullinan

Operational Review
Page 32

Operational Review
Page 36

Koffiefontein

Operational Review
Page 39

Finsch

Kimberley 
Underground

Cullinan

Kimberley Underground

Exploration

One of the world’s most 
celebrated diamond mines.

 » Cullinan is renowned for large, 

top-quality gem diamonds (including 
the world’s largest gem diamond ever 
found, the 3,106 carat Cullinan diamond) 
and is the world’s most important 
source of blue diamonds.

Operation comprises Bultfontein, 
Dutoitspan and Wesselton kimberlite 
pipes located in Kimberley, the origin 
of diamond mining in South Africa.

Botswana ranks highly with 
regards to diamond prospectivity, 
has a low risk profile and an 
attractive fiscal regime. 

 » Production characterised by the better 
colour commercial white diamonds 
highly sought after by manufacturers.

 » Petra Diamonds Botswana 

holds circa 11,390km² of diamond 
prospecting licences and has entered 
into a cooperation agreement with 
Manica Minerals Ltd.

Operational Review
Page 34

Operational Review
Page 38

Operational Review
Page 41

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Annual Report and Accounts 2014

OVERVIEWCLEAR STRATEGY

FOCUS ON SUSTAINABILITY

Through its strong and responsible 
leadership, Petra is investing in the 
expansion and optimisation of its 
world-class assets in order to deliver 
significantly increased production.

Petra is committed to the responsible 
development of its assets to the benefit 
of all stakeholders. The Company seeks 
to achieve leading health and safety, 
environmental and social performance.

Increase output

Creating value

Petra’s transparent growth profile is fully 
financed using existing treasury, operational 
cashflows and debt facilities.

 Petra creates value by optimising and extending 
the lives of its mines to deliver sustainable, 
long-term operations.

Optimise recoveries

Ensuring stability

Petra designs and implements bespoke 
recovery solutions to capture each mine’s 
optimal rough diamond profile.

Drive efficiencies

The Petra Group is defined by a culture 
of rigorous cost control well suited to 
maximising returns from its assets.

Work responsibly

Petra operates according to the highest 
ethical and governance standards.

 Petra’s mine plans for its core assets in South Africa 
and Tanzania will ensure stable employment for 
the mines’ employees. The Company allocates 
significant resources to the training and development 
of its people, thereby ensuring the long-term skills 
requirements of the business are met.

Benefiting communities

 Corporate social responsibility is integral to the 
way the Group structures and operates its mining, 
development and exploration projects, and this 
strategy will provide continued benefits for Petra’s 
local communities for many years to come.

Our Strategy
Page 21

Sustainability
Page 48

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OVERVIEWCORPORATE GOVERNANCESTRATEGIC REPORTFINANCIAL STATEMENTSSUPPLEMENTARY INFOStrategic Report

Pre-start in process for the Simba 
M4C drill rig at Koffiefontein.

10  Chief Executive’s Statement
13  Our Market
18  Our Business Model
21  Our Strategy
24  Key Performance Indicators
26  Financial Review
30  Operational Review

32  Finsch
34  Cullinan
36  Koffiefontein
38  Kimberley Underground
39  Williamson
40  Resource Management 

and Exploration

42  Governance Overview
44  Board of Directors
46  Risks Overview
48  Sustainability Overview

 
 
 
 
 
 
Chief Executive’s Statement

Consistent delivery on our strategy

FY 2014 marked a further progression of our strategy 
to develop a world-class diamond mining group.

Summary

 » Petra has recorded further growth in 
production, revenue and profitability.

 » Our expansion programmes are opening 
up new areas of undiluted ore, with our 
grades and carat production therefore 
forecast to increase substantially.

 » Unit costs are expected to improve due to 
higher volumes and increased efficiencies, 
particularly in the ore-handling systems.

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FY 2014 was a further year of steady progress for Petra, with 
production up 17% to 3.1 Mcts, revenue up 20% to US$471.8 million 
and profit from mining activities up 40% to US$201.1 million, 
in line with the Group’s growth profile.

The roll-out of our expansion plans and associated capital 
expenditure also remained in accordance with our expectations. 
In FY 2014, we significantly increased our development metres, 
averaging circa 1,000 metres per month of underground tunnel 
development (FY 2013: 628 metres per month) across the Group. 
The key deliverables for these projects, namely the development 
of the declines at Finsch and the shaft deepening and underground 
development at Cullinan, are firmly on track and in line with 
our target to reach circa 5 Mcts by FY 2019.

In FY 2015, production is forecast to increase circa 3% to 
3.2 Mcts. This will be the last year of mainly relying on production 
from mature working areas, with our growth in carat production 
therefore accelerating in FY 2016 and beyond. We are currently 
operating in areas at our underground mines in South Africa 
where the existing block caves, having been in operation for 
many years, are heavily diluted with waste rock, resulting in a 
lower overall diamond content (“grade”) of the tonnages mined. 
Our expansion programmes are opening up new areas of undiluted 
ore, with our grades and carat production therefore forecast to 
increase substantially.

STRATEGIC REPORTProduction combined operations

Sales
Revenue
Diamonds sold

Production1
Total tonnes treated
ROM diamonds
Tailings and other diamonds

Total diamonds

Opex
On-mine cash cost

Capex
Expansion
Sustaining
Borrowing costs capitalised

Total

Unit

FY 2014

FY 2013

Variance

US$m
Carats

Tonnes
Carats
Carats

Carats

US$m

US$m
US$m
US$m

US$m

471.8
3,134,706

392.5
2,539,844

15,735,776
2,174,835
935,988

14,853,762
2,038,115
630,190

3,110,823

2,668,305

248.9

155.0
46.5
9.7

211.2

248.2

126.3
52.6
12.3

191.2

+20%
+23%

+6%
+7%
+49%

+17%

0%

+23%
-12%
-21%

+10%

1.   Production volumes include 64,495 ROM tonnes (FY 2013: 160,758 ROM tonnes) and 36,287 carats (FY 2013: 72,287 carats) relating to the Fissure Mines (Helam, Sedibeng and Star).

Given the shift in our production 
profile over the next two to 
three years and the forecast rise 
in our operating margins, Petra 
is set to become a highly 
cash‑generative business.

Johan Dippenaar
Chief Executive

The higher grade of the undiluted tonnes will see our operating 
margins rise significantly, once the majority of our production 
comes from the new mining areas. Our product mix will also 
improve over time, as the percentage of our production sourced 
from tailings projects is expected to decrease from 31% in FY 2014 
to just 5% by FY 2019. The increased proportion in ROM tonnes 
(i.e. production from the primary orebody) will deliver higher 
value carats to our product mix. 

At the same time, as we gain access to higher grade, undiluted 
tonnages, our unit costs are expected to improve due to higher 
volumes and increased efficiencies, particularly in the ore-handling 
systems. Our operating margins are therefore forecast to increase 
from 43% in FY 2014 to over 50% by FY 2019.

Looking at the longer-term profile of the business, we have for 
the first time given the market an indication of the potential for 
longer mine lives post the end of our current mine plans (FY 2030 
in the case of Cullinan and Finsch), due to the significant residual 
resources which have been well defined and are included in our 
mines’ current total SAMREC compliant resource figures. Mining 
is by nature a long-term business and we therefore ensure that 
all our work is informed by longer-term thinking. As such, our 
mine plans beyond FY 2030 will leverage the infrastructure 
being established as part of the current capital programmes, 
thereby reducing the level of future capital expenditure required. 

We will look to update the market on future plans once they 
have been finalised. Based on the capital required to open up 
the blocks within our current mine plans, we anticipate costs 
in the region of circa R100 per tonne (FY 2015 money terms) 
to access these residual resources. This spend is comparable 
to an open pit mine with a strip ratio of around 3:1, confirming 
the favourable economics to open up new ore using the block 
cave mining method.

We are planning long-term, sustainable production from our 
mines with the potential for cashflows to be substantially boosted 
by exceptional diamonds, especially from Cullinan. During the 
Year, two exceptional diamonds (classified by Petra as stones 
with a sales value greater than US$5 million each) were sold: 
a 126.4 carat white diamond for US$8.5 million in December 2013 
and a 29.6 carat blue diamond for US$25.6 million in February 2014. 
The 29.6 carat blue diamond has subsequently been unveiled as a 
polished blue stone of the highest quality – the 12 carat, ‘fancy 
vivid’ blue, ‘internally flawless’ Blue Moon diamond, currently 
on display in the Natural History Museum in Los Angeles. 

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continued

We are planning long-term, sustainable production from our 
mines with the potential for cashflows to be substantially boosted 
by exceptional diamonds, especially from Cullinan.

Post Year end, we sold another remarkable Cullinan diamond 
– the 122 carat blue diamond that achieved a value of US$27.6 million 
when sold on 16 September 2014 to a beneficiation partnership, 
of which the Company holds a 15% interest, meaning that we will 
share in the eventual sales value for the polished yield. Petra 
was paid US$23.5 million by our partner in the agreement for 
its 85% stake, which will be recorded as revenue in Q1 FY 2015. 
Revenue for FY 2015 will also be enhanced by the sale of the 
exceptional 232.1 carat white diamond which was recovered 
at Cullinan in September 2014 and is expected to be sold in 
Q2 FY 2015.

Given the shift in our production profile over the next two 
to three years and the forecast rise in our operating margins, 
Petra is set to become a highly cash-generative business. The 
Company is committed to commencing an appropriate dividend 
payment policy, taking into account its operations and expansion 
plans, stated production growth, diamond prices and other 
relevant factors. Petra previously announced that it expected 
to commence dividend payments in FY 2016, but the Board is 
currently considering bringing the commencement of dividend 
payments forward. Petra will provide further detail on its 
anticipated dividend policy, and commencement thereof, 
on or before publication of its H1 FY 2015 trading update 
(end of January 2015).

Corporate and governance
Sale of Sedibeng and Star
Effective 30 April 2014, Petra and its BEE partners disposed of 
their interests in both the Sedibeng and Star mines. The purchase 
price for the shares and loan accounts for the two mines together 
was circa US$2.4 million, resulting in a net loss on disposal of 
US$15.9 million on the discontinued operations once the impact 
of recycling the foreign currency translation reserves, asset 
disposal values and FY 2014 trading performance were taken 
into account. 

Helam 
A business review of the Helam mine was undertaken during 
H2 FY 2014 and the Company is currently in discussions with 
employee representatives as to the future of the operation, which 
might include putting the operation on care and maintenance.

Safety
The health and safety of all employees is of the utmost 
importance to the Company and Petra has a wide range 
of initiatives, training and awareness programmes in place 
to foster a zero harm workplace.

at an electrical substation on surface. On behalf of the Board 
and the Company, I would like to express our sincere condolences 
to the family and friends of the deceased. 

For each incident resulting in loss of life or severe injury, a formal 
internal investigation is conducted and the lessons learnt are 
shared with all operations in the Group. Necessary remedial 
actions derived from these investigations are also implemented 
at all sites of the Group to mitigate the possibility of repeat 
incidents or accidents.

Please refer to the section on sustainability on pages 48 to 51 for 
further information on our health and safety performance. Petra 
also publishes a stand-alone Sustainability Report annually which 
is available to view at www.petradiamonds.com/sustainability. 

Labour relations in South Africa
At the beginning of the Year, certain of the Company’s South African 
mines (Cullinan, Koffiefontein, Kimberley Underground and Helam) 
were affected by industrial action. The action commenced on 
Thursday 29 August 2013 and normal operations resumed from 
Monday 16 September 2013, ensuring there was no material 
impact on production.

I see it as a very positive development that in September 2014 
Petra concluded a three-year wage agreement with the National 
Union of Mineworkers (“NUM”) in South Africa. This should provide 
for a more stable labour environment during this period, as well 
as certainty for the financial community as to our labour cost 
inflation – please refer to the section on ‘Mining and processing 
costs’ in the Financial Review on page 27 for further information.

Outlook
The entire team at Petra has worked hard to pave the way for 
the Company’s future success. We are now well advanced with 
our expansion plans and are coming ever closer to the time 
when the production profile will move from mostly diluted to 
mostly undiluted ore sources. This will see a major shift in the 
economics of our operations, as our diamond grade, average 
value per carat and associated operating margins rise significantly.

I would like to take this opportunity to extend my sincere 
thanks to all the Petra employees and stakeholders, as well as 
our Government and BEE partners, who are so integral to the 
fulfilment of our strategy to build a leading independent 
diamond mining group.

The Group’s LTIFR for the Year reduced to 0.32 (FY 2013: 0.67) 
which is a good achievement in comparison to international 
industry standards (particularly for underground operations).

However, it is with deep regret that Petra experienced a fatality 
in January 2014 at the Cullinan operation, following an accident 

Johan Dippenaar
Chief Executive
17 October 2014

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STRATEGIC REPORTOur Market

There is a positive outlook for the diamond market due to constrained supply combined with 
continued growth in demand from both the major US market and new consumer markets, 
such as China and India. Petra’s diversified portfolio of operating mines and its strong 
growth profile positions the Company to benefit from these strong market dynamics.

PETRA’S MARKET POSITION

De Beers, Alrosa and Rio Tinto remain the 
dominant players in the diamond market, 
accounting for circa 64% by volume but 
circa 81% by value in 2013.

Beneath the majors there are only four 
sizeable quoted diamond producers, 
being (by order of market capitalisation 
as at 17 October 2014): 

 » Petra Diamonds;

 » Dominion Diamond;

 » Lucara Diamond; and

 » Gem Diamonds.

Based on FY 2014 production of 3.1 Mcts 
and sales of US$471.8 million, Petra 
accounted for 2% of world supply by 
volume and 3% by value.

World diamond production

c

a

.

8
%

c

a. 1

1

%

value

ca. 30%

volume

Size of the rough 
diamond market:

130.5

million carats

ca. 81%

a .  6 %

c

ca. 64%

worth

X Major producers (De Beers, Alrosa, Rio Tinto)

US$14.1bn

X Mid-tier quoted producers (Petra, Dominion, Lucara, Gem)

X Non-quoted producers (including the DRC, Zimbabwe and Angola)

Source: Kimberley Process Statistics, company reports, Barclays Research

Petra has the largest diamond resources 
outside of the majors…

…and the longest expected life of mine (“LOM”) 
among the major players

Reserves and resources
Mcts
Source: Company reports; Barclays Research

1,187
846

341

973
365

608

De Beers

Alrosa

347
198
149
Rio Tinto

Longest expected LOM1
Years
Source: Company reports

17

16

301
X246 X55

122
X88 X34

11

9

8

Petra

Dominion

Petra2

Alrosa

De Beers

Rio Tinto

Dominion

X  Measured, indicated and inferred resources (excl. reserves)

1.   Calculated as reserves divided by 2013 production.

X Proved and probable reserves

2.  Actual life of mine expected to be significantly longer based 

on the Group’s total resources.

Average operating margins
2012 average operating margin
Source: Bain analysis, company reports, DEX; 
Tacy Ltd and Chaim Even-Zohar

Our strategy

Petra’s core business is focused 
solely upstream, except for the 
occasional cutting and polishing 
of selected stones.

16-20%

Our position in the pipeline

The upstream end of the diamond pipeline 
is recognised as the highest margin segment.

4-14%

Production

1-3%

Rough 
diamond 
sales

2-5%

1-4%

3-5%

Cutting and 
polishing

Polished 
diamond 
sales

Jewellery 
manufacturing

Retail

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Our Market
continued

SUPPLY AND DEMAND

Diamond deposits are scarce

 » Exploration success rate in diamonds is estimated at less than 1%

 » There have been no new major finds since the 1990s, 

despite circa US$7 billion spent on exploration since 2000

Number of diamond deposits 
sufficiently rich to warrant development
Number of deposits
Source: De Beers

 » Of 6,800 kimberlite pipes sampled, only 1,000 contained 

6,800

5,800

diamonds and only 60 became mines

 » Petra does not allocate material resources to exploration

1,000

940

Our strategy Petra has acquired five of only 30 significant 
producing kimberlite mines

60

53

Kimberlite 
pipes 
sampled

Non- 
diamond- 
iferous

Diamond- 
iferous 
deposits

Non- 
economical

Economical 
deposits

Tier 
2 & 3

7

Tier 1

Rough diamond supply (known assets)
Million carats
Source: Kimberley Process Statistics

200.0

150.0

100.0

50.0

0.0

04

05

06

07

08

09

10

11

12

13

14

Demand is growing

 » Demand is being driven by rising wealth in emerging 
markets, growing middle classes and the continued 
recovery in the major US market

 » Diamonds are a ‘late cycle’ commodity, both in terms 

of a country’s economic cycle and in terms of discretionary 
consumer purchases

 » Brides in developing markets such as China and India 
increasingly want diamonds in their engagement and 
wedding jewellery, as well as traditional gold

 » Consumption per capita in emerging regions is still 

way below that of mature markets, with strong growth 
forecast to continue

 » Diamonds are used across a wide range of luxury goods, 

from watches to pens

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Supply is limited

 » The world’s major diamond mines are maturing and past 

their production peak

 » It is possible that we have already seen peak diamond 

production (circa 177 Mcts in 2005)

 » There are only around 30 diamond mines of significance 

in operation today 

 » Just seven diamond mines are considered ‘Tier 1’ deposits 

(+US$20 billion reserves)

 » Tier 1 mines: Jwaneng, Orapa, Udachny, Venetia, Catoca, 

Mir and Cullinan

Our strategy Petra is one of the few diamond producers 
with a significant growth profile

Supply and demand
Index base 100 in 2009
Source: Bank of America Merrill Lynch Research estimates

200

180

160

140

120

100

80

09

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

X Supply forecast value in nominal terms (smoothed)

X  Demand forecast value in nominal terms (smoothed)

STRATEGIC REPORTTHE CONSUMER DIAMOND MARKET

Share of world polished diamond consumption in value
US$ Polished Wholesale Price
Source: De Beers (September 2014)

40%

23%

6%

8%

8%

15%

China and India combined 
are expected to reach the size 
of the US market by 2025.

X United States
X China, Hong Kong, Macau
X India
X Gulf Region
X Japan
X Rest of World

Global diamond jewellery sales 
grew 3% to circa US$79 billion

World polished diamonds consumption 
in 2013:

 » Polished diamonds contained within 

jewellery grew 3% to circa US$25 billion

 » The US market grew 7%, increasing 

its market share to 40%

 » China continues to be the main growth 
engine of diamond jewellery demand, 
growing 14%; the ‘mass luxury’ segment 
being particularly strong

 » Indian domestic consumption was 

impacted by a sustained weak Rupee; 
there is a more positive outlook for 
Indian consumer demand from 2014 
further to recent political changes in 
the country 

 » The diamond market in all regions 

remains underpinned by the 
engagement/bridal markets

Source: De Beers

The middle classes worldwide 
are growing

The modern bridal market 
in the US is changing

The Chinese market 
is the fastest growing

 » Circa 3 billion people to join the 

Modern brides:

middle classes over the next 20 years, 
coming almost exclusively from the 
emerging world

 » The global middle class could constitute 

50% of the world’s population by 
2030, up from 29% in 2008

 » By 2030, around one billion people in 
China could be middle class – as much 
as 70% of its projected population

 » India’s middle class is expected to 
reach 475 million people by 2030

 » A significant proportion of the new Asian 
middle class are also expected to be at 
the upper end of the income bracket 
and boast impressive spending power

Source: Ernst & Young “Hitting the sweet spot”

 » Are older and more affluent

 » Wait longer between engagement and 
marriage (five times longer than in 1980s)

 » Buy more diamonds (80% of betrothed 
couples purchase a diamond engagement 
ring; 20% of women buy another piece 
of diamond jewellery at engagement)

 » Spend more on bigger diamond rings 
than 10 years ago (spend is up 40%; 
carat content is up 60%)

 » Might marry more than once – 

increasing the number of engagement/
wedding rings purchased over a lifetime

Source: De Beers commissioned research

 » Diamonds have strong spiritual 

resonance in China and are associated 
with eternity and high status

 » Sales of diamond jewellery to Chinese 
consumers were the fastest growing 
in the world over the last decade, with 
a CAGR of 21% from 2003 to 2013

 » The average price paid per item 

jumped 32% in real terms between 
2003 and 2013 to +RMB8,000 (US$1,320)

 » The average carats per piece over the 
same period rose from 0.18 to 0.25

 » China remains underpenetrated – 

diamond jewellery ownership has risen 
to circa 20% in top urban cities, but 
still far below the US ownership rate 
of circa 70%

Source: De Beers

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continued

PERFORMANCE IN FY 2014

Petra share price (rebased to PDL)
Petra’s share price rose 65% during the Year, from 113.8p to 188.3p, outperforming the majority of its peers as well as 
the FTSE 250 and FTSE 350 Mining Indices. This strong performance can be attributed to Petra’s continued delivery on its 
operational targets, its robust financial position, the recovery and sale of the exceptional 29.6 carat blue diamond, the 
announcement of the 122.5 carat blue diamond and positive investor sentiment generally towards the diamond market.

1.50

1.00

0.50

Jul 13

Aug 13

Sep 13

Oct 13

Nov 13

Dec 13

Jan 14

Feb 14

Mar 14

Apr 14

May 14

Jun 14

Jul 14

X PDL  X FTSE250  X FTSE350M

The rough diamond market in FY 2014

The rough diamond market performed well over the course of 
FY 2014. The market started the financial year with a weaker first 
quarter from July to October, which is generally a slower period 
for rough purchasing, before starting to strengthen at the end 
of the calendar year, once the festive retail buying season helped 
to release inventory and stimulate liquidity within the pipeline. 
It then maintained its firmer trend throughout H2 FY 2014, with 
prices achieved by Petra up around 10% from January 2014 to 
June 2014.

We expect the rough diamond market to continue to strengthen 
in FY 2015, due to constrained supply, robust US demand (the 
world’s major market for polished diamonds), as well as further 
growth in demand from emerging markets such as China and 
India (which combined are forecast to reach the same size as 
the US market by 2025). 

Actual rough diamond prices were in line with or above Petra’s 
guidance for FY 2014. Due to the favourable market dynamics 
noted above, the Company has guided higher prices for FY 2015, 
apart from for Williamson, where Petra prefers to maintain a 
conservative approach to pricing until the impact of the ongoing 
plant changes and associated liberation factors are fully realised.

It is important to note that the average price guided for Cullinan 
in FY 2015 does not take into account the recovery of ‘exceptional’ 
diamonds, classified by Petra as those which sell for over 
US$5 million each. Exceptional Cullinan diamonds have added 
an average of US$18 million per annum to Group revenue over 

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the period from FY 2008 to FY 2014. This figure has been even 
higher in the last two years, averaging US$26 million per annum 
from FY 2013 to FY 2014. FY 2015 will include revenue from the 
122.5 carat blue diamond (US$23.5 million, Petra partnership share, 
in Q1) and the 232.1 carat white diamond recovered (expected to 
be sold in Q2).

The market remains strong for the highest quality diamonds 
and the Company sold two exceptional Cullinan stones during 
the Year for US$34.1 million (FY 2013: US$16.9 million): the 
126.4 carat white diamond that sold for US$8.5 million in 
December 2013 and the 29.6 carat blue diamond that sold 
for US$25.6 million in February 2014. 

In June 2014, Petra announced the recovery of a 122.5 carat 
blue diamond from Cullinan. The rarity of a blue diamond of 
this magnitude set it apart as a truly significant find, which was 
confirmed when the stone sold, post Year end, for a value of 
US$27.6 million in September to a beneficiation partnership 
comprising Petra (15%) and its polishing partner (85%) (who wishes 
to remain undisclosed). Petra will record revenue of US$23.5 million 
(being the polishing partner’s payment for its 85% interest) in Q1 
FY 2015. The Company will receive its 15% share in the net proceeds 
of the polished yield, after beneficiation and related expenses.

Post Year end, Petra announced the recovery of a 232.1 carat 
white diamond of exceptional colour and clarity. The Company 
expects this stone to be sold in Q2 FY 2015.

STRATEGIC REPORTBloomberg rough diamond index
The Bloomberg Rough Diamond Index increased from 100 to 252 for the period Jan 2004 to May 2014. This translates into a CAGR 
of 9.4% (nominal terms). Excluding the average US CPI of ~2.4% over the same period, this translates into a ~7.0% real price escalation.

Petra overlaid the Bloomberg Rough Diamond Index with prices achieved at the Cullinan and Helam mines in South Africa 
over the same period, thereby confirming this pricing trend with actual Company data.
350

300

250

200

150

100

50

0

Jan 04

Oct 04

Jul 05

Apr 06

Jan 07

Oct 07

Jul 08

Apr 09

Jan 10

Oct 10

Jul 11

Apr 12

Jan 13

Oct 13

Jul 14

X Bloomberg X Cullinan (excl >$5m stones) X Helam

Source: Bloomberg, company reports

Rough diamond prices achieved by Petra 
and guidance

Guidance
weighted
average
US$/ct
FY 2015,

Actual
weighted
average
US$/ct
FY 2014

Actual
weighted
average
US$/ct
FY 2013

108

152,1

654

329

295

99

185,2

542

303

307

120

163,3

471

295

261

Mine

Finsch 

Cullinan

Koffiefontein

Kimberley 
Underground

Williamson4 

1.  Excludes guidance for exceptional diamonds (stones above US$5 million in value).

2. Excluding exceptional diamonds, the average was US$146 per carat.

3.  Excluding exceptional diamonds, the average was US$142 per carat.

4. ROM only (excludes alluvials).

Other notable market changes
During the Year, De Beers made a major change in its 125-year 
history with the relocation of its rough diamond sorting and 
sales arm from London to Gaborone, thereby affirming 
Botswana’s new position as one of the world’s leading 
diamond centres.

This move is considered positive for Petra, which conducts 
the majority of its diamond sales in Johannesburg, as it has 
encouraged even more international diamond buyers to 
Southern Africa, many of whom have to travel to 
Gaborone via Johannesburg. Petra will look at 
opportunities to leverage off the dates of the De Beers’ 
Sights, with the objective of always maximising the 
number of clients that can attend its sales tenders.

Another important development during the Year was the 
flotation of a 16% stake in Alrosa, the major state Russian 
diamond producer, in October 2013 on the Moscow Stock 
Exchange. The flotation raised US$1.3 billion and was 
supported by a number of blue chip investors, 
predominantly from North America, the UK and Russia. 
This helped to further raise the profile of the diamond 
market among an international investor audience.

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With a high growth profile, an industry-leading team and one of the world’s largest 
diamond resources of over 300 million carats, Petra offers a unique and high quality 
investment opportunity, providing direct exposure to late cycle diamonds. 

PROJECT 
APPRAISAL

MINING + 
DEVELOPMENT

PROCESSING

Central to our approach is the 
identification of the right assets, 
where the Company can add value 
through capital and expertise. 
We focus on assets with the 
potential for significant production 
and good operating margins.

Geographic focus
Petra’s portfolio is located in sub-Saharan 
Africa which produces circa 60% of the 
world’s diamonds by value.

Sustainable operations
Petra focuses on longer-life assets with 
significant remaining diamond resources 
and structures its operations with the 
long-term viability of the project in mind.

Petra’s operations are focused on 
‘hard rock’ kimberlite pipe orebodies, 
as opposed to alluvial deposits.

Ore is passed through the 
processing plant to extract 
the diamonds from the rock.

Open pit and underground
Petra operates one open pit mine in 
Tanzania, where ore is drilled and blasted 
from surface. The Company also operates 
four underground mines in South Africa, 
which use ‘cave’ mining to access one 
block of ore at a time, exploiting gravity 
and the kimberlite’s inherent weakness 
to enable the ore to collapse autonomously.

Accessing undiluted ore
By opening up access to new blocks 
of ore at its underground mines, Petra 
will be able to mine pure kimberlite 
ore, undiluted by waste rock, thereby 
substantially increasing the grade 
(by circa 50%).

Crushing
The rock is first crushed to a particular 
size. The crusher settings vary from mine 
to mine, depending on the size and value 
of diamonds produced by that orebody. 

Processing
Ore goes through a series of screens, jigs 
and scrubbers before being subjected to 
a gravity separation process to remove 
lighter particles and create a concentrate 
of diamond-bearing material.

Final recovery
Diamonds are recovered primarily with 
X-Ray methods and grease back up.

EXPLORATION

Petra is carrying out greenfield 
exploration for new diamond 
deposits in Botswana, the world’s 
largest diamond producer by value.

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Strategy
Given the reality of the low success rate 
in diamond exploration, Petra does not 
allocate material resources to this arm 
of the business. However, by maintaining 
a focused programme, the team is able 
to make good progress with 
prospective targets.

Programme focus
Petra believes there is potential for 
new kimberlite discoveries in Botswana, 
as well as the potential to re-evaluate 
existing kimberlites where perhaps their 
characteristics (size, grade, diamond 
population) were previously 
not well understood.

STRATEGIC REPORTDiscover more online
petradiamonds.com

Size (carat)

Colour

Clarity

ROUGH DIAMOND 
SORTING + SALES

Rough diamonds are sorted into ‘lots’ 
(parcels of one or more diamonds 
depending on the size and quality) 
and then made available for viewing.

Competitive tenders
Buyers from all over the world attend 
Petra’s tenders in Johannesburg, for the 
Company’s South African production, or 
Antwerp, where Williamson production 
is sold. Confidential bids are placed in an 
electronic system on one or more lots 
of the buyer’s choice and the highest bid 
wins the parcel.

Product assurance
Petra will never sell rough diamonds 
mined from unknown sources, thereby 
guaranteeing their ethical origin. 

How we add value
Petra’s strategy will deliver 
revenue and cashflow growth over 
the long term, thereby providing 
value for all stakeholders

Our Strategy

Petra has a clear strategy in place to grow production 
to circa 5 million carats by FY 2019 and to build on its 
stature as a leading independent diamond miner.

Our Strategy
Page 21

Investment and Optimisation

We add value by identifying the right assets, 
recapitalising them in order to extend their 
lives and optimising the mines to improve 
operating margins.

Operational Review
Page 30

Safety and Sustainability

Our focus on safety and sustainability is integral to 
our objective to work towards a successful, long-term 
future for our operations, our employees and our 
local communities.

Sustainability
Page 48

THE LIFECYCLE AFTER PETRA

Our Market
Page 13

Cutting and polishing
The process of transforming a rough 
diamond into a polished gemstone is 
both an art and a science. After the 
stone has been cut, it is polished and 
classified again, according to the 4Cs 
(colour, clarity, cut and carat). 

Jewellery manufacturing
Gem-quality diamonds are set into 
jewellery pieces and other luxury goods 
items. The bridal market remains the 
bedrock of the industry, with diamonds 
traditionally used for engagement and 
wedding rings.

Retail
For hundreds of years, diamonds have 
been given to celebrate life’s most 
important moments, with customers 
buying from small, independent 
jewellers to mass market superstores 
and online outlets.

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How do we create and preserve value for our stakeholders?

Petra is committed to the responsible development of its assets, to the benefit 
of all stakeholders. The Company aims to operate according to the highest ethical 
and governance standards, thereby upholding the high value placed on diamonds.

HOW WE ADD VALUE
Shareholders

 » Continue to deliver on 
operational targets

 » Improve financial performance

 » Offer a long-term investment 

opportunity, with returns to shareholders

Employees

INDICATOR

BENEFIT TO PETRA

 » Rough diamond production

 » Access to capital

 » Petra committed to commence 
dividend payments; policy 
to be announced in FY 2015

 » Confidence in management

 » Sustainable employment

 » US$140.0 million in salaries, wages 

 » Productivity

 » Training and personal development

 » Culture of empowerment

 » Employee wellbeing initiatives

 » Petra Diamonds Employee Trust

and other benefits

 » Circa US$6.0 million in training 
and development programmes

 » Commitment

 » Accountability

Government and Regulators

 » Sustainable job creation

 » 4,663 employees and 3,543 contractors

 » Licence to operate

 » Facilitate economic growth

 » Tax and royalty payments

 » US$53.1 million in taxes 

and royalties paid

Local Communities

 » Employment opportunities

 » Local economic development

 » Community health initiatives

 » Conservation

BEE Partners

 » Continue to deliver 

on operational targets

Suppliers

 » The majority of employees come from 
communities local to our operations

 » Support from local communities

 » Licence to operate

 » Circa US$1.0 million in CSI

 » Policy of local procurement 

where possible

 » Rough diamond production

 » Strong working partnership

 » Free cashflows

 » Licence to operate

 » Payment for goods and services

 » US$365.9 million paid for goods 

 » Long-term relationships encourage 

 » Benefit to local economy

and services

better business practices

Customers and End Users

 » Consistency of product quality

 » No governance issues recorded

 » Uphold the high value placed 

 » Guaranteed conflict-free

on diamonds

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STRATEGIC REPORTOur Strategy

Consistent delivery 
of our strategic targets

Strategic objectives:

Increase 
output

Optimise 
recoveries

Drive 
efficiencies

Work 
responsibly

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Underpinning our strategy:

World-class 
assets

 » Focus on assets with potential for 
significant production, operating 
margin, diamond resources and 
remaining mine life

 » Assets with robust economics 
can withstand fluctuations 
in both diamond prices and 
the capital markets

 » Good infrastructure at local 
and national level supports 
our operations

Operational Review
Page 30

Outstanding 
leadership

 » An industry-leading team with a 
consistent strategy, performance 
and track record

 » Deep understanding of our industry 
– Petra’s experience and knowledge 
of the specialist diamond market has 
helped shape the Company’s strategy

 » Extensive in-house operational 

capabilities covering the full diamond 
mining spectrum – exploration, 
development, production, expansion, 
processing, sorting, marketing and 
sales – backed up by an effective 
corporate team

 » Appropriate and robust risk 
management framework

 » Effective and evolving governance 
policies in line with the growth 
of our business

Governance Overview
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Our Strategy
continued

Increase output

Targeting 5 million carats 
by FY 2019

Optimise recoveries

Improving operating margins 
at each mine

How we achieve this:
 » Ensure we have the right people in place to deliver

How we achieve this:
 » Apply the expertise of Petra’s team, which has 

 » Increase output in line with Petra’s transparent 

growth path to circa 5 Mcts in FY 2019 organically

 » Manage ROM grade volatility at Finsch and Cullinan 

until expansion programmes access deeper, 
‘undiluted’ ore – see pages 30 and 31 

 » Improve financial performance in line with increased 

production and higher margins, ensuring opportunities 
for returns to shareholders

 » Evaluate further organic growth opportunities post FY 2019

 » Continue to evaluate potential M&A opportunities

 » Explore for new economic diamond deposits in Botswana

developed an enviable track record in the management 
of diamond mining operations

 » Commit the necessary investment in order to extend 

the lives of our assets

 » Approach Capex in a phased approach to achieve low 

capital intensity

 » Utilise operating cashflow and existing debt facilities to 
finance capital programmes; maintain a robust balance 
sheet and financial discipline

 » Empower our operational management and employees

 » Prioritise ‘value’ over ‘volume’ production via optimal 

process plant settings

 » Staff turnover

 » Training spend

 » TSR

KPIs

 » Profitability

 » Training spend

 » Safety

 » Capex

 » Staff turnover

 » Local employment

 » TSR

KPIs

 » Production

 » Revenue

 » Capex

 » Profitability

RISKS

RISKS

 » Retention of 
key personnel

 » Financing

 » Expansion and 
project delivery

 » Cost control and 
capital discipline

 » Mining and production

 » Country and political

 » Financing

 » Retention of 
key personnel

 » ROM grade volatility

 » Expansion and 
project delivery

 » Safety

 » Labour relations

 » Regulatory compliance

 » Rough diamond prices 

 » Currency

REMUNERATION

REMUNERATION

 » Production performance measures

 » Profit and costs performance measures

 » Expansion and project delivery performance measures

 » Expansion and project delivery performance measures

 » TSR performance measures

 » TSR performance measures

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STRATEGIC REPORTDrive efficiencies

Maintaining a culture 
of effective cost control

Work responsibly

Committed to 
responsible development

How we achieve this:
 » Decentralise operations and simplify 

management structures

 » Maintain disciplined on-mine cost control and efficient 

central overhead structure

 » Drive efficiencies, particularly in terms of the usage 

of energy, water and labour

 » Upgrade and simplify ore-handling systems

 » Share services across mines

 » Increase operating margins over time

How we achieve this:
 » Strive for a zero harm workplace

 » Train and develop our employees

 » Foster a dynamic company culture in which employees 

are encouraged to fulfil their true potential

 » Develop strong relationships from local community 
to national level that support our licence to operate

 » Abide by all relevant legislation and go beyond 
compliance to meet and/or exceed best practice

 » Focus on initiatives that stimulate local 

socio-economic development

 » Protect and enhance our environment

 » Uphold the high value placed on diamonds

KPIs

 » Profitability

 » Water usage

 » Energy usage

RISKS

 » Retention of 
key personnel

 » Financing

 » Expansion and 
project delivery

KPIs

 » Carbon emissions

 » Safety

 » Staff turnover

 » Staff turnover

 » TSR

 » CSI

 » Energy usage

 » Water usage

 » Carbon emissions

 » Training spend

 » TSR

 » Local employment

 » Diversity

 » Labour relations

 » Cost control and 
capital discipline

RISKS

 » Retention of 
key personnel

 » Safety

 » Country and political

 » Regulatory compliance

 » Labour relations

REMUNERATION

REMUNERATION

 » Profit and costs performance measures

 » HSSE performance measures

 » Expansion and project delivery performance measures

 » TSR performance measures

 » TSR performance measures

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OVERVIEWCORPORATE GOVERNANCESTRATEGIC REPORTFINANCIAL STATEMENTSSUPPLEMENTARY INFOKey Performance Indicators

Petra uses various performance measures of both a financial and a non-financial 
nature to help evaluate the ongoing performance of the business. The following 
performance measures are considered by management to be some of the most 
important in terms of evaluating the overall performance of the Group year-on-year.

Rough diamond production
Million carats

Revenue
US$ million

Profit from mining activities
US$ million

3.11 

471.81 

+17%
3.11

201.11 

+20%
471.81

+40%
201.11

2.72

2.2

392.52

316.9

1.2

1.1

220.6

163.7

143.82

103.3

67.2

76.4

10

11

12

13

14

10

11

12

13

14

10

11

12

13

14

1 & 2.  Production volumes include 36,287 carats 

1 & 2.  Revenues for FY 2014 and 2013 excludes revenue 

1 & 2.  Profit from mining activities for FY 2014 and FY 2013 

(FY 2013: 72,287 carats) relating to the Fissure 
Mines (Helam, Sedibeng and Star).

generated by Sedibeng JV and Star operations 
which has been reclassified to loss on disposal 
of discontinued operations. 

excludes profit from mining activities generated 
by Sedibeng JV and Star operations which has 
been reclassified to loss on disposal of 
discontinued operations.

Description

Petra has set out a clear and transparent 
growth profile, with production expected 
to rise year-on-year to reach circa 5 Mcts 
by FY 2019.

Petra’s growth path is expected to see 
production rising every year to FY 2019, 
which is in turn expected (dependent 
on rough diamond prices) to deliver 
commensurate growth in revenue.

Performance for the Year

Production increased 17% due to higher 
output from the Finsch, Koffiefontein, 
Kimberley Underground and Williamson 
mines, offset by reductions at Cullinan 
and Helam.

Revenue grew 20%, primarily due 
to increased volumes, firm diamond 
pricing and the sale of two exceptional 
(+US$5 million) diamonds for US$34.1 million.

Profit from mining activities (revenue 
less adjusted mining and processing 
costs plus other direct income) reflects 
the operating margins of Petra’s assets. 
Petra’s expansion programmes aim to 
access major undiluted ore blocks, which 
is expected to substantially increase 
future margins over time.

Petra achieved a 40% increase in profit 
from mining activities to US$201.1 million, 
driven by increased production and sales 
for the Year, the exceptional FY 2014 
diamond sales, and a stable environment 
for diamond pricing. This represents 
an overall operating margin of 43% 
for the Year.

Target for FY 2015

Production forecast to rise to 3.2 Mcts.

Risk Management

Petra takes great care to set realistic 
operational targets, based on detailed 
mine production planning. Production 
performance throughout the Year is 
monitored closely and if an operation 
falls behind, remedial steps are taken 
to address the lost production.

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Revenue to rise in line with the increase 
in Group production and the guided 
diamond prices (as set out on page 5).

Petra will endeavour to keep operating 
costs well controlled and to further increase 
operating margins, as we start to gain 
access to higher grade, undiluted tonnages. 

The key factors affecting revenue 
growth are delivery on production 
targets and diamond prices (which 
are outside of the Group’s control).

Rigorous operational and financial 
discipline is required in order to keep 
operating costs in check. A comprehensive 
annual budgeting process covering all 
expenditure is undertaken and approved 
by the Board. Monthly reporting highlights 
variances and remedial action can 
therefore be taken.

STRATEGIC REPORTAdditional non-financial KPIs 
are provided in the sustainability section
Pages 48 to 51

Adjusted operating cashflow
US$ million

Capex
US$ million

181.2 

211.2 

+36%
181.2

+10%
211.2

Safety
LTIFR

0.32 

–52%

1.13

191.21

1.03

132.8

138.0

110.9

84.6

67.8

49.0

0.80

0.67

0.32

10

11

12

13

14

25.5
10

11

12

13

14

10

11

12

13

14

1.  Capex for 2013 is restated from FY 2013 Annual 

Report to include administration/exploration Capex 
of US$5.4 million, less inter-Group eliminations due to 
the Group’s internal projects division of US$12.5 million.

Description

Petra is focused on generating strong 
operating cashflow. The Group’s strategy, 
whilst the major development plans are 
underway, is to apply these operating 
cashflows to fund the Group’s substantial 
Capex spend, which will lay the foundations 
for long-term sustainable production growth.

Performance for the Year

It is key to the Group’s production 
expansion that project development 
and the associated capital expenditure 
is rolled out in line with stated business 
plans and budgets.

The safety of employees is Petra’s 
number one priority. LTIFR is defined as 
an occurrence that resulted in a time lost 
from work of one day or shift or more 
and Petra uses this indicator to track 
the Group’s annual performance.

Adjusted operating cashflow (IFRS operating 
cashflow adjusted for the cash effect of 
the movement in diamond debtors between 
each financial year end, excluding unrealised 
foreign exchange translation movements) 
grew +36% to US$181.2 million due to 
the growth recorded in revenue and the 
increase in the Group’s operating margin 
to 43% (FY 2013: 37%).

Capex (including capitalised borrowing 
costs) spend for the Year increased to 
US$211.2 million, in accordance with the 
roll-out of the Group’s expansion 
programmes. FY 2014 Capex includes 
circa US$10 million of spend in addition 
to original guidance that related to scope 
changes at Koffiefontein and the bringing 
forward from FY 2015 of spend on 
equipment purchases at Cullinan and Finsch. 

Group LTIFR for the Year reduced to 0.32, 
which is a good achievement in comparison 
to international industry standards. However 
very regrettably there was a fatality at 
the Cullinan mine in January 2014; a full 
investigation was carried out and 
remedial action taken.

Target for FY 2015

Petra will continue to focus on controlling 
its operating costs and driving efficiencies 
across its operations.

Risk Management

Strong financial and operational 
management, disciplined monitoring and 
reporting, long-term cashflow forecasting 
and strong banking and equity relationships 
assist the Group in managing liquidity.

Petra is forecasting Capex of circa 
US$225 million (excluding borrowing costs). 
Petra’s expansion capital programmes remain 
fully funded and the Company expects 
FY 2015 to be the first year that Capex is 
covered in full by operational cashflow.

Petra is targeting a minimum 20% 
improvement in LTIFR annually, with 
an overall objective to achieve a zero 
harm workplace.

The Group’s annual budgeting process 
includes detailed Capex requirements 
per operation and is approved by the 
Board. Capex is monitored and variances 
noted on a monthly basis. The Group 
continually reviews its cashflow planning 
to ensure that Capex plans are 
adequately financed.

Management’s focus on a zero harm 
environment requires a zero tolerance 
approach for any action that results in 
potential injury to employees. In addition 
to appropriate risk management processes, 
Petra has strategies, systems and 
training in place to promote a safe 
working environment. 

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Consistent financial discipline

Petra ended FY 2014 in a robust financial position, posting record financial 
results, maintaining healthy cash levels and a comfortable level of net debt.

Revenue
Revenue (adjusted for the disposal of the Sedibeng JV 
and Star operations) increased 20% to US$471.8 million 
(FY 2013: US$392.5 million), due to increased volumes, 
firm diamond pricing and the sale of the two exceptional 
Cullinan stones for US$34.1 million (FY 2013: US$16.9 million).

Gross revenue for the Year was US$472.6 million 
(FY 2013: US$402.7 million), but due to the reclassification 
of the Sedibeng JV and Star operations as discontinued 
activities as a result of their disposal, revenue recorded by 
these operations for the Year of US$0.8 million is not included 
in revenue for the Year; rather it is included in the loss from 
discontinued operations of US$15.9 million. Comparative 
FY 2013 figures (with respect to Sedibeng and Star) have 
been similarly reclassified.

Mining and processing costs
The mining and processing costs for the Year are, as in past 
periods, comprised of on-mine cash costs as well as other 
operational expenses. A breakdown of the total mining and 
processing costs for the Year is set out on the following page.

Summary

 » Petra has set out a transparent capital 

investment programme which is expected 
to see production increase to circa 5 Mcts 
carats by FY 2019.

 » Adjusted operating cashflow is one 

of the most important measures used 
by management to gauge Petra’s 
performance, given it provides a clear 
indication of the underlying performance 
of the Company’s assets and is also key 
to the funding of its Capex requirements. 

 » Strong cost control at both an operational 
and corporate level is very important to 
the management of Petra’s business and 
we maintained our positive track record 
in FY 2014.

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STRATEGIC REPORTMining and processing costs

FY 2014

FY 2013

On-mine
cash costs1
US$m

248.9

248.2

Diamond
inventory
and

Group
technical, 
support

Adjusted
and mining and
processing

Diamond
royalties movement
US$m

stockpile marketing
costs2
US$m

US$m

costs Depreciation3
US$m
US$m

Total
Share- mining and
processing
based
costs (IFRS)
expense
US$m
US$m

4.5

3.6

3.8

(13.8)

20.2

16.8

277.4

254.8

41.1

41.9

1.6

1.4

320.1

298.1

1.  Includes all direct cash operating expenditure at operational level, i.e. labour, consumables, utilities and on-mine overheads.

2. Certain technical, support and marketing activities are conducted on a centralised basis.

3.  Excludes exploration and corporate/administration.

Prudent financial management 
and planning are central to the 
successful delivery of Petra’s 
strategy to significantly grow 
production and to further its 
stature as a leading independent 
diamond company.

David Abery
Finance Director

On-mine US$ cash costs remained relatively flat, due to:

 » the treatment of higher tonnages across the operations 

versus FY 2013 (5% increase);

 » inflationary increases, including the impact of electricity 

and labour costs (8% increase); and

 » positively offset by the depreciating Rand against 

the US Dollar (13% decrease). 

Certain cost categories in South Africa, in particular electricity 
and labour, increased in excess of South African inflation 
(South African CPI stood at circa 6.0% at 30 June 2014), but 
Petra’s cost focus, coupled with higher tonnage throughput, 
enabled the Group to partially mitigate the direct effect 
of inflationary pressures on a cost per tonne basis.

Electricity prices in South Africa rose by 8% during the Year 
and a further increase in electricity prices of 10–13% is expected 
for FY 2015. Petra’s electricity usage accounted for approximately 
15% of South African cash on-mine costs for FY 2014 (FY 2013: 14%).

In South Africa, labour accounted for approximately 42% 
of on-mine cash costs at the pipe mines (Finsch, Cullinan, 
Koffiefontein, Kimberley Underground). Further to its recent 
labour negotiations in South Africa, Petra has recently concluded 
a three-year wage agreement with the NUM for a 10% increase 
per annum for the period FY 2015 to FY 2017. For FY 2015, the 
lower level of increases for the remainder of the workforce, 
with the top management team at 4%, will result in an average 
wage increase for the Group of circa 8.2%.

As the bulk of Petra’s operating costs are incurred in ZAR, the 
weakening of the average ZAR exchange rate against the US Dollar 
(FY 2014: R10.34/US$1 versus FY 2013: R8.84/US$1) negated 
some of the increased costs in Rand terms as mentioned above. 

Unit costs on a mine-by-mine basis are covered in the Operational 
Review on pages 32 to 39.

Profit from mining activities
The Company’s profit from mining activities (revenue less 
adjusted mining and processing costs plus other direct income) 
increased 40% to US$201.1 million (FY 2013: US$143.8 million), 
driven by increased production and sales for the Year, the 
aforementioned exceptional FY 2014 diamond sales, and a 
stable environment for diamond pricing. Despite mining being 
currently limited to mature and diluted areas at most of the 
operations, profit from mining activities for the Group reflected 
an overall margin of 43% for the Year (FY 2013: 37%). 

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Financial Review
continued

Corporate overhead decreased to US$10.6 million for the Year, a good 
achievement considering the continued growth of the Company 
and evidence of management’s ongoing focus on cost control. 

Adjusted operating cashflow
Adjusted operating cashflow (IFRS operating cashflow adjusted 
for the cash effect of the movement in diamond debtors between 
each financial year end, excluding unrealised foreign exchange 
translation movements) of US$181.2 million was considerably 
higher than FY 2013 (US$132.8 million) due to the growth 
recorded in revenue and profit from mining activity. 

Operating cashflow was US$196.1 million (FY 2013: US$73.0 million) 
but management considers the adjusted figure to be a more useful 
view of the underlying growth in operating cashflow as the 
IFRS figure does not reflect the level of diamond debtors at 
Year end of US$55.4 million (30 June 2013: US$74.8 million) – 
refer to the “Cash and diamond debtors” section.

Exploration
Petra maintains a focused exploration programme in Botswana. 
Exploration expenditure (before depreciation) for the Year of 
US$2.8 million (FY 2013: US$4.8 million) decreased due to reduced 
drilling and sampling costs incurred (refer to the “Exploration” 
section for further information on exploration activities) and 
the weakening Pula against the US Dollar. Petra expects 
exploration spend to be circa US$4.5 million in FY 2015. 

Corporate overhead – general and administration
Corporate overhead (before depreciation and share-based 
payments) decreased to US$10.6 million for the Year (FY 2013: 
US$11.4 million), a good achievement considering the continued 
growth of the Company and evidence of management’s 
ongoing focus on cost control. 

For FY 2015, the corporate general and administrative 
expense (“G&A”) overhead is expected to be circa US$11.0 million; 
management will continue to keep these central costs well 
controlled and managed.

Loss on discontinued operations (net of tax)
The loss on discontinued operations of US$15.9 million relates 
to the Group’s disposal during the Year of its interests in the 
Sedibeng and Star mines and is made up of a US$2.4 million 
disposal consideration offset by the recycling of the foreign 
currency translation reserve of US$8.5 million, a net asset 
disposal amount of US$4.0 million (inclusive of a US$3.1 million 
recycling of non-controlling interest) and a US$5.8 million 
charge attributable to Sedibeng and Star’s net loss for the 
period 1 July 2013 to 30 April 2014. For comparative purposes, 
the prior period results for Sedibeng and Star have been restated 
evidencing a loss of US$8.4 million before the impairment 
charge of US$12.6 million. Refer to note 10 on page 114 for 
the detailed breakdown.

Depreciation
Depreciation for the Year decreased to US$41.7 million 
(FY 2013: US$42.3 million), mainly due to a weaker Rand against 
the US Dollar, offsetting the effect of increased production 
on the units of production depreciation charge.

Net unrealised foreign exchange gains
The net unrealised foreign exchange gain of US$3.6 million 
(FY 2013: US$4.7 million loss) represents the effect of foreign 
currency retranslation of cross border loans considered to be 
repayable in the foreseeable future, at the Year-end 
closing rate. 

Net financial expense
Net financial expense of US$7.1 million (FY 2013: US$3.3 million) 
is mainly comprised of:

 » net interest receivable from the black economic empowerment 

(“BEE”) partners’ loans of US$3.6 million; offset by

 » a charge for the unwinding of the present value adjustment 

for Group rehabilitation costs of US$3.8 million;

 » a charge on the post-retirement pension and medical aid 

scheme of US$2.6 million; 

 » a foreign exchange loss of US$3.1 million on the settlement 

of inter-company loans and forward exchange contracts; and

 » interest on the Group’s Absa/RMB/IFC debt and working 

capital facilities of US$1.7 million (stated after the capitalisation 
of interest of US$9.7 million associated with the funding 
of assets under development). 

Tax charge
The tax charge of US$41.0 million (FY 2013: US$25.1 million) 
arises due to deferred tax (net of charges and credits), reflecting 
the utilisation of certain capital allowances, predominantly 
at Finsch and Cullinan, during the Year.

Impairment costs
As a result of the business review carried out at Helam in 
H2 FY 2014, management reviewed the carrying value of the 
operational assets at Helam and recognised an overall impairment 
loss of US$13.9 million (FY 2013: US$nil). This impairment loss is 
management’s assessment of the higher of fair value less cost 
to sell and value in use of the mines. Further details are 
provided in note 7 on page 111. 

Adjusted net profit after tax
An adjusted net profit after tax of US$93.7 million was recorded 
for the Year (FY 2013: US$53.6 million), adjusted for impairment 
charges, net unrealised foreign exchange gains and losses and 
loss on discontinued operations. These adjusted profit figures 
are considered to be more appropriate in comparing results 
year-on-year.

The Company recorded an adjusted basic earnings per share 
of 14.82 cents per share (FY 2013: 11.34 cents per share). 

Group profit 
The Group’s net profit after tax increased 142% to US$67.5 million 
(FY 2013: US$27.9 million). 

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STRATEGIC REPORTCapex summary

Finsch

Cullinan

Koffiefontein

Kimberley Underground

Williamson

Helam

Subtotal – Capex incurred by operations

Petra internal projects division – Capex under construction/invoiced to operations

Administration/exploration

Total Group Capex

FY 2014
(US$m)

FY 2013
(US$m)

67.8

93.1

30.7

10.1

8.9

1.0

211.6

(2.5)

2.1

211.2

48.6

89.0

20.4

21.6

11.7

7.0

198.3

(12.5)

5.4

191.2

Other liabilities
Other than trade and other payables of US$70.0 million 
(comprising US$20.4 million trade creditors, US$26.4 million 
employee-related accruals and US$23.2 million other payables), 
the remaining liabilities on the balance sheet mainly comprise 
provisions for rehabilitation liabilities, amounts owing due 
to the financing of the BEE partners’ interests in Cullinan 
and Finsch, post-retirement employee-related provisions 
and deferred tax.

Capex
Total Group Capex for the Year was US$211.2 million 
(FY 2013: US$191.2 million), in line with the roll-out of the Group’s 
expansion programmes. The total Capex figure comprised of 
operational Capex of US$211.6 million (FY 2013: US$198.3 million), 
administration and exploration Capex of US$2.1 million (FY 2013: 
US$5.4 million) less inter-Group eliminations due to the Group’s 
internal projects division of US$2.5 million (FY 2013: US$12.5 million).

Operations Capex for the Year was US$211.6 million 
(FY 2013: US$198.3 million), split as to US$157.5 million on 
expansion Capex (FY 2013: US$138.8 million), US$44.4 million 
on sustaining Capex (FY 2013: US$47.2 million) and US$9.7 million 
on capitalised borrowing costs with regards to the expansion 
Capex (FY 2013: US$12.3 million). 

Capex includes circa US$10 million of spend in addition to original 
FY 2014 guidance that related to scope changes at Koffiefontein 
and the bringing forward from FY 2015 of spend on equipment 
purchases at Cullinan and Finsch.

David Abery
Finance Director
17 October 2014

Cash and diamond debtors
As at 30 June 2014, Petra had cash at bank of US$34.0 million 
(30 June 2013: US$26.2 million). Of these cash balances, 
US$20.2 million (30 June 2013: US$14.1 million) was held as 
unrestricted cash, US$12.1 million (30 June 2013: US$10.3 million) 
was held by Petra’s reinsurers as security deposits on the Group’s 
cell captive insurance structure (with regards to the Group’s 
environmental guarantees) and US$1.7 million (FY 2013: 
US$1.8 million) was held by Petra’s bankers as security 
for other environmental rehabilitation bonds lodged with 
the Department of Mineral Resources in South Africa. 

Diamond debtors (relating to the June 2014 tenders and settled 
shortly after Year end) at 30 June 2014 were US$55.4 million 
(30 June 2013: US$74.8 million).

Diamond inventories
As at 30 June 2014, the Company had diamond inventories of 
US$27.0 million, 321,948 carats (30 June 2013: US$31.5 million, 
348,403 carats), including the 122 carat blue diamond recovered 
at Cullinan during June 2014. Diamond inventories are recorded 
at the lower of cost and net realisable value.

BEE loans receivable
The BEE loans of US$89.2 million (FY 2013: US$85.2 million) 
due to Petra arise from:

 » Petra having financed the BEE partners’ share of the 

purchase consideration of the Finsch, Cullinan, Koffiefontein 
and Kimberley Underground acquisitions; and

 » Petra having financed the BEE partners’ share of the working 
and development capital that has been required for certain 
of these mines.

The increase in the BEE loans in FY 2014 is due to interest 
accruing on the loan balances, partially offset by the retranslation 
of the Rand-based loans into US Dollars (FY 2014: R10.63/US$1 
versus FY 2013: R9.88/US$1). The BEE loans are included in 
‘Loans and other receivables’ under ‘Non-current assets’ on 
the face of the Consolidated Statement of Financial Position. 

Loans and borrowings 
The Group had loans and borrowings at Year end of US$170.5 million 
(30 June 2013: US$150.6 million), comprising bank loans and 
borrowings of US$158.9 million (30 June 2013: US$147.0 million) 
and utilisation of US$11.6 million (30 June 2013: US$3.6 million) 
of foreign exchange settlement lines.

At 30 June 2014, the Group had debt facilities (including the 
foreign exchange settlement lines) undrawn and available to 
the Group of US$39.9 million (30 June 2013: US$71.3 million). 

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Moving to undiluted ore

Petra’s business will be transformed once its expansion programmes have 
opened up access to new blocks of ore, undiluted by waste rock.

MINED OUT OPEN PIT

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Undercut level

OLD PRODUCTION LEVEL

Pure kimberlite ore

Undiluted ore

Spiral decline

Undercut level

Drawpoints

NEW PRODUCTION LEVEL

About block caving
 » Cave mining (either block or sub level) is used by Petra 

at its underground mines in South Africa: Finsch, Cullinan, 
Koffiefontein and Kimberley Underground. 

 » Block caving is a well-established and safe mechanised 
mining method that was first introduced for kimberlite 
mining in Kimberley, South Africa, in 1951.

 » It is now used extensively as an underground mining 

method as it allows for the bulk mining of large orebodies 
and can provide a higher extraction percentage of ore than 
other underground mining methods. 

 » The method works by first delineating a new block or level 
of ore to be mined. An ‘undercut’ zone is driven through the 
orebody, which is then drilled and blasted progressively 
in order to create a void into which initial caving of the 
overlying ore can take place. 

 » The kimberlite orebody is inherently weaker than the host 
rock and will start to collapse into the void, breaking and 
grinding into smaller and smaller pieces which can then be 
extracted from a large number of drawpoints which have 
been set up across the orebody. By drawing continually from 
the drawpoints in a set sequence, the caving process can be 
controlled and set up to last over a significant mine plan 
(typically over 10 to 20 years, being mostly dependant 
on the height of the block).

 » It is initially a capital intensive process, requiring 

considerable investment in infrastructure and development 
before production can commence. However, once a cave is 
self-propagating, it is a low cost mining method as it primarily 
uses gravitational energy to break up the ore. Block caving 
also lends itself to significant automation to produce an 
underground “rock factory”.

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STRATEGIC REPORT 
 
 
 
Split of Petra’s production profile from different ore sources million tonnes mined

15.7 Mt
35%

22%

40%

3%

2014A

17.7 Mt
38%

17.9 Mt
30%

25%

25%

20%

21%

35%

6%
6%

2015F

17.2 Mt
22%

29%

14%

34%

17.3 Mt
16%

29%

7%

48%

17.5 Mt
15%

29%

2%

54%

2016F
2016F

2017F
2017F

2018F
2018F

2019F
2019F

X Diluted/mature underground ROM  X Undiluted/fresh underground ROM  X Williamson ROM  X Total tailings/other1

1.  ‘Other’ includes Ebenhaezer tonnes from Koffiefontein and alluvial tonnes from Williamson

Moving from diluted to undiluted ore
 » Since acquiring each of its underground mines in South Africa, 
Petra has been operating in mature caves, where the existing 
block of ore to be mined has been nearly depleted. 

 » Once the majority of the ore in one block has been removed, 
waste from the side walls of host rock and the open pit above 
will start to fall into the cave and subsequently report to 
the drawpoints, thereby heavily diluting the material being 
extracted. This means that the overall diamond content per 
tonne mined (“grade”) is much lower than that of the pure 
kimberlite ore. 

What this means for Petra
The shift in Petra’s production profile from mostly diluted 
to mostly undiluted ore at Finsch and Cullinan is expected 
to be the major contributor which will see the Group’s 
operating margin rise from 43% in FY 2014 to +50% 
in FY 2019. 

It will also mean that the Group can achieve production 
growth of circa 60% by FY 2019, despite the fact that Petra 
will only be mining 11% more tonnes than FY 2014, due to 
the fact that each new undiluted tonne to be mined will 
contain significantly more diamonds.

 » Petra’s expansion programmes are designed to take the next 
‘cut’ by deepening and establishing new sub level and block 
caves in undiluted kimberlite.

Petra has a high level of confidence in the average grade 
of the pure kimberlite ore at its mines, based on years 
of actual operating results.

 » As the development plans progress, the grade of each tonne 
mined is therefore expected to rise significantly, increasing 
the margin per tonne mined. 

 » Finsch: the grade is expected to rise from 38.1 cpht 

in FY 2014 to circa 58 cpht by FY 2017.

 » Cullinan: the grade is expected to rise from 27.8 cpht 

in FY 2014 to +50 cpht by FY 2019.

 » By accessing undiluted ore, the Company will reduce wear 
and tear on its processing systems (waste rock is harder 
and more abrasive than kimberlite).

 Increasing grade

 Higher quality diamonds

 Rising margins

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Finsch

One of the world’s major diamond mines, Finsch benefits from top-quality 
infrastructure including a modern processing plant.

Revenue Contribution

39%

Production Carats
(ROM + Tailings)

1,885,160 +33%

Revenue

US$183.7m +14%

Average Price Per Carat

US$99 

-18%

Production Supervisor gives safety 
instructions to an LHD Operator.

Output
Excellent production 
performance, contributing 
1.89 Mct for FY 2014.

Recoveries
Plant bottom cut-off lowered 
to capture the high quality 
smaller stones.

Efficiencies
Value accretive scope change 
to enlarge Block 5 SLC mining 
area and accelerate ramp up 
to 3.5 Mtpa.

Responsibility
Targeted internal training 
programmes to support 
our women in mining.

Performance in FY 2014
Finsch performed strongly for the Year, contributing 1,885,160 carats 
(FY 2013: 1,412,465 carats) and revenue of US$183.7 million 
(FY 2013: US$160.6 million). 

The 33% increase in production for the Year is attributable 
to a 12% increase in ROM tonnes treated coupled with changes 
to the plant. As previously reported, Petra lowered the plant 
bottom cut-off at Finsch in Q4 FY 2013 in order to capture the 
high quality smaller stones present within the orebody. This 
resulted in a higher estimated ROM grade of 38.1 cpht in FY 2014 
(FY 2013: 34.1 cpht) (which is expected to stay effectively flat 
for FY 2015) and a higher estimated tailings grade of 29.1 cpht 
(FY 2013: 20.1 cpht). 

Costs
The on-mine cash cost of ZAR146/t (FY 2013: ZAR139/t) at Finsch 
was in line with management’s expectations. Above-inflationary 
cost pressures associated with labour and electricity were partially 
offset by increased levels of throughput resulting in a 5% unit 
cash cost increase compared to South African CPI of 6%.

Development plan
Petra’s development plan at Finsch is due to increase production 
from 1.89 Mct in FY 2014 to circa 2 Mctpa by FY 2017. Petra’s initial 
mine plan has a life of 16 years, but resources in Block 6 and the 
adjacent Precursor kimberlite orebody, which sits next to the 
main body of the Finsch kimberlite pipe, are expected to prolong 
the actual LOM for considerably longer. The mine has a 
significant gross resource of 51.3 Mcts.

Production is currently entirely from Block 4 on the 630 mL, 
which is a mature block that has been largely mined out, 
resulting in the ore being heavily diluted with waste rock. 
In order to provide earlier access to undiluted ore before 
the main Block 5 Cave is put in place, Petra will use the SLC 
mining method over four levels in Block 5 from 700 mL to 
780 mL. The new Block 5 Cave will then be installed at 900 mL. 

A schematic of the Finsch mine and 
orebody is available on Petra’s website
petradiamonds.com/investors/
analysts/analyst-guidance

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STRATEGIC REPORTOn 18 August 2014, Petra announced a value accretive scope 
change at Finsch which will provide for the enlargement of the 
mining area of the Block 5 SLC and the acceleration of the ramp up 
to its steady state production level of 3.5 Mtpa by FY 2018 as 
opposed to by FY 2021. This has been made possible by enlarging 
the footprint of the SLC, as well as by opening up access from 
the 630 mL to the 780 mL to mine the South West Precursor. 

The scope change has added circa ZAR160 million to the mine’s 
FY 2015 Capex; however, Petra’s internal company models show 
that it enhances overall project NPV (10% discount rate) by circa 
US$100 million on a 100% attributable basis. It has also served 
to defer the capital required for the main Block 5 Block Cave, 
reducing overall expansion capital by circa ZAR350 million for 
the period FY 2017 to FY 2019 compared to previous guidance.

During FY 2014, the development of the declines at Finsch 
continued apace, with a total of 4,055 development metres 
delivered during the Year (FY 2013: 2,311 metres). Raiseboring 
activities continued throughout FY 2014 and yielded 302 metres 
(FY 2013: 165 metres).

As the mine’s production profile gradually changes from diluted 
to undiluted ore, the ROM grade is expected to increase to 

circa 46 cpht by FY 2016 and to circa 58 cpht from FY 2017 onwards 
(up from previous guidance of 56 cpht, more accurately reflecting 
the impact of the plant changes).

The Block 5 Block Cave expansion capital (post FY 2019) is guided 
at circa ZAR260 million per annum (FY 2015 money terms) to be 
incurred over the five-year period FY 2020 to FY 2024, with this 
new block cave contributing 3.5 Mtpa from FY 2023/FY 2024 
up to FY 2030 at an average recovered grade of circa 60 cpht.

Treatment of the ‘Pre 79 Tailings’ is planned at 2.6 Mt for FY 2015 
and is expected to be mined for a further three years (including 
FY 2015) at a grade of 27.3 cpht (also increased from prior year 
guidance as a result of the aforementioned plant changes). 
The Pre 79 Tailings grade is guided at circa 25 cpht for FY 2016 
and circa 22 cpht for FY 2017. The treatment of the ‘Post 79 
Tailings’ material has been removed from the mine plan. 

Capex
Capex of US$67.8 million for the Year (FY 2013: US$48.6 million) 
reflects the progression of the expansion project and associated 
underground development in FY 2014. The majority of sustaining 
Capex was spent on the replacement of equipment reaching 
the end of its useful life.

More detail online
petradiamonds.com/operations/
operating-mines/finsch

Women in mining

Women are a fundamental 
and unique part of any workforce and 
therefore it is important to Petra that 
they are properly represented within 
the Group. 

As part of our strategy to attract, 
retain and support females in our 
workforce, a ‘Women in Mining’ 
forum was established in FY 2014 
and targeted training programmes 
are provided.

An “on-the-job” assessment being carried out with a 
Women in Mining trainee at the dust scrubber at Finsch.

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Cullinan

One of the world’s most celebrated diamond mines, Cullinan is renowned 
as an important source of large, high value diamonds and very rare blue diamonds.

Revenue Contribution

35%

Production Carats
(ROM + Tailings)

823,619 

Revenue

-5%

US$162.8m +22%

Average Price Per Carat

US$1851  +13%

1.  US$146 per carat excluding exceptional diamonds.

The Cullinan mine.

Output
Volatility in ROM grade 
impacted output, but Petra 
has a number of initiatives 
in place to address this.

Recoveries
Average value per carat 
significantly higher than 
expected, assisted by the sale 
of two exceptional diamonds.

Efficiencies
Longer-term unit cost 
efficiencies from simplified 
ore-handling and plant 
streamlining.

Responsibility
Phytoremediation 
research project to clean 
mine effluent.

Performance in FY 2014
Cullinan’s revenue increased to US$162.8 million (FY 2013: 
US$133.0 million) despite slightly lower production, due to a 
higher contribution from ‘exceptional’ (+US$5 million) diamonds. 
Cullinan is renowned as an important source of large top-quality 
white diamonds and very rare top-quality blue diamonds, and 
in FY 2014 the mine produced a 126.4 carat white diamond that 
sold for US$8.5 million in December 2013 and a 29.6 carat blue 
diamond that sold for US$25.6 million in February 2014.

Production in FY 2014 decreased 5% to 823,619 carats 
(FY 2013: 868,975 carats) mainly due to a reduced ROM grade 
of 27.8 cpht (FY 2013: 30.7 cpht). This was partially offset by increased 
tailings production of 116,891 carats (FY 2013: 73,605 carats), 
with tailings throughput increasing to 2.1 Mt (FY 2013: 1.5 Mt). 

Petra is currently mostly operating in ‘mature’ production areas 
at Cullinan, which are highly diluted by the ingress of waste rock. 
This will therefore result in ROM grade volatility until the expansion 
programmes open up access to undiluted ore from the new 
C-Cut Phase 1 block cave from FY 2016 onwards.

The lower ROM grade of 27.8 cpht achieved for the Year was 
due to 85% of the tonnes being sourced from highly diluted 
areas, compounded by increased waste from the development 
activities, which is processed through the plant as there are 
no separate waste handling facilities at the mine. 

Petra has a number of initiatives in place to mitigate the diluted 
ROM grade at Cullinan, including opening up access to tonnages 
from the BA5 area at the 645 mL and in the BA-West area, as 
well as by the migration of mining from the more diluted AUC 
North area to the AUC South area. An initiative is also in place 
to negate the development waste impact on plant efficiencies 
(refer to the “Development plan” section).

Costs
The on-mine cash cost at Cullinan reduced slightly to ZAR154/t 
(FY 2013: ZAR158/t) mainly due to the increased volumes 
of lower cost tailings throughput. In the longer term, once the 
development plan has significantly progressed in the years 
to come, unit cost efficiencies are expected to be driven 
by initiatives such as a simplified ore-handling system 
underground and further streamlining of the plant.

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STRATEGIC REPORTDevelopment plan
Cullinan contains a world-class diamond resource of 199.6 Mcts 
(including 17.2 Mcts in tailings), and the Company is capitalising 
on this by undertaking an expansion programme at the mine 
to take annual production to circa 2.2 Mcts by FY 2019 
(comprising 2.0 Mcts ROM and 0.2 Mcts tailings). 

tonnes mined will reduce by up to 30% compared to FY 2014. 
The impact of development waste on plant efficiencies will be 
further negated through the introduction of an NIR (near infrared) 
waste sorting machine that can identify and remove waste 
in the coarser size fractions. This is planned to be operational 
from Q2 FY 2015.

This expansion plan will establish a new block cave, known as 
C-Cut Phase 1, on the western side of the orebody in the upper 
portion of the major C-Cut resource (estimated to contain some 
133 Mcts in total) and will also involve a large tailings operation. 
Petra’s current mine plan has a life of 16 years, but the major 
residual resources at the mine indicate that the actual LOM could 
be in excess of 50 years. 

The shaft deepening and underground development at Cullinan 
continued to progress in line with expectations, with the C-Cut 
Phase 1 waste development yielding a total of 5,597 metres for 
FY 2014 (FY 2013: 4,147 metres), while raiseboring delivered 
854 metres (FY 2013: 626 metres). Kimberlite development 
preparing the new block cave has now commenced, with 
72 metres developed by Year end.

In FY 2015 there will be an increase in production of undiluted 
kimberlite tonnes, as well as a reduction in development waste, 
and the percentage of tonnages pulled from diluted areas is 
therefore expected to decrease to 78%. Development activities 
are also now shifting towards tunnel development through the 
orebody (kimberlite development, rather than surrounding host 
rock development); therefore the total waste content in the 

FY 2015 ROM tonnes treated are guided at circa 2.7 Mt, with 
a gradual increase in tonnes treated to 4.0 Mtpa by FY 2019. 
The ROM grade is expected to increase from circa 27.8 cpht 
in FY 2014 to in excess of 50 cpht by FY 2019, when Cullinan’s 
C-Cut Phase 1 block cave is in full production. 

The tailings programme at Cullinan is expected to reach its steady 
state level of 2.7 Mt in FY 2015 at a grade of circa 6.2 cpht, increasing 
to circa 7.5 cpht by FY 2016, following commissioning of the 
re-crush circuit.

Capex
Capex of US$93.1 million for the Year (FY 2013: US$89.0 million) was 
in line with the progression of Cullinan’s development programme. 
The majority of the capital was spent on underground development 
and infrastructure, the commencement of the shaft deepening 
project and the continued construction of the tailings 
treatment facility. 

Sustaining Capex included new trackless equipment purchased 
in relation to the project to open up access to ore on the 645 mL 
in the BA5 area.

A schematic of the Cullinan mine and 
orebody is available on Petra’s website
petradiamonds.com/investors/
analysts/analyst-guidance

More detail online
petradiamonds.com/operations/
operating-mines/cullinan 

Skills training 
at Cullinan 

In South Africa, our operations plan 
and budget for ‘portable skills training’, 
which is intended to develop skills that 
employees can use for self-employment 
at the end of their careers or in the 
instance of mine closure. 

The Cullinan mine plays an active and 
supportive role in its local community 
to promote better education standards 
and skills.

In FY 2014, the technical workshop 
and classrooms at Chipa Tabane 
High School in Refilwe were renovated 
and equipped, with the mine also 
contributing to the ongoing 
development of the students.

Carpentry skills training from Cullinan.

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 Koffiefontein

One of the world’s top kimberlite mines by average value per carat.

Revenue Contribution

6%

Production Carats 
(ROM + Tailings/Ebenhaezar)

50,375 

Revenue

+45%

US$26.7m +61%

Average Price Per Carat

US$542 

+15%

The Koffiefontein mine at dusk.

Output
Production increased 
by 45% and revenue by 61%.

Recoveries
High average value per 
carat of US$542 achieved 
in FY 2014.

Efficiencies
Value accretive scope change 
to enlarge SLC and access 
opened up to 520mL 
production areas.

Responsibility
Teacher support 
programme provides 
assistance to local school.

Performance in FY 2014
Koffiefontein is one of the world’s top kimberlite mines by average 
value per carat, achieving US$542 for FY 2014, despite the fact 
that the overall average has to some extent been reduced by 
the higher proportion of lower value tailings/Ebenhaezer 
production in the total sales mix.

Diamond production increased by 45% in FY 2014 to 50,375 carats 
(FY 2013: 34,800 carats), largely owing to increased treatment 
of recovery tailings (which have a significantly higher grade 
than ordinary tailings material), supplemented by ore from 
the Ebenhaezer satellite pit. A 22% increase in ROM production 
yielded strong prices in H2 FY 2014, given the increased contribution 
of higher value ROM carats. Revenue therefore increased 61% 
to US$26.7 million for the Year.

Costs
The on-mine cash cost increased to ZAR293/t, due to the higher 
proportion of underground ROM tonnes treated during FY 2014, 
compared to FY 2013. At Koffiefontein, the mining and treatment 
of underground ROM tonnes has a substantially higher operating 

cost per tonne, compared to the mining and treatment of surface 
tonnes. The nature of treating recovery tailings is that they are 
processed in lower volumes than normal tailings and therefore 
record a higher cash cost per tonne, but with an associated 
higher value per tonne recovered. 

Development plan
Petra’s expansion plan at Koffiefontein will increase production 
from 50,375 ctpa in FY 2014 to circa 100,000 ctpa by FY 2017 
(underground only). Petra’s current mine plan has a life of 11 years, 
but the residual resources at the mine indicate that the actual 
LOM could be in excess of 20 years. 

As at Finsch, management has identified the opportunity to 
put in place a value accretive change of scope to the mine plan 
at Koffiefontein, which involves the installation of an SLC, before 
putting in place a new block cave. Whereas previously Petra’s plan 
was to mine the SLC from 560 mL to 580 mL, the revised mining 
scope will expand the footprint of the SLC to a depth of 600 mL. 
Development on the 560 mL of the SLC is well advanced, with 
production to commence during Q2 FY 2015. 

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STRATEGIC REPORTSample results carried out on the 560 mL SLC material also 
confirmed the previously guided grade of circa 9 to 10 cpht 
and resulted in a significant increase in Koffiefontein’s guided 
average ROM price to US$800/carat.

In addition to the SLC, Petra has opened up access to new 
production areas on the 520 mL area, which will commence 
operation during Q1 FY 2015. The change in scope outlined 
above results in FY 2015 expansion Capex of circa ZAR198 million, 
an increase on prior guidance of circa ZAR90 million.

Management has focused on the bottleneck issues that have 
been experienced in the past and expects the improvements 
made at the mine to produce results in FY 2015 and onwards. 
ROM throughput is expected to increase to 0.74 Mt in FY 2015, 
at a grade of circa 9.3 cpht, rising to 1.1 Mt by FY 2017 in line 

with previous guidance. Grades are expected to remain steady 
over this period at 9 to 10 cpht. The increase in contribution 
from underground ROM production is expected to increase 
recovery of the larger and more valuable stones (including Type II 
diamonds) for which Koffiefontein is well known.

Surface mining of the Ebenhaezer satellite pit will continue 
in FY 2015 with circa 0.8 Mt planned to be treated at a grade of 
2 to 3 cpht. Mining of the Ebenhaezer pit is expected to continue 
for two years (including FY 2015), in order to supplement the 
underground ROM tonnes. 

Capex
Capex for the Year of US$30.7 million (FY 2013: US$20.4 million) 
was primarily applied to underground development and the 
purchasing of plant, mining and surface equipment.

A schematic of the Koffiefontein mine 
and orebody is available on Petra’s website
petradiamonds.com/investors/analysts/
analyst-guidance

More detail online
petradiamonds.com/operations/
operating-mines/koffiefontein

Koffiefontein supports 
the next generation 

Koffiefontein provides assistance at 
its local Reikaeletse Secondary School 
in the form of its teacher support 
programme. The aim of the project is to 
inspire and support the next generation 
of students, enhancing their skills in 
key subjects such as maths and science. 

Koffiefontein also assists the younger 
generation, with contributions to a 
number of local crèches in the form 
of educational products and toys, play 
equipment, furniture and appliances.

Assisting a student as part of the teacher 
support programme at Koffiefontein.

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 Kimberley Underground

Comprising three kimberlite pipe mines – Bultfontein, Dutoitspan and Wesselton – 
which were at the heart of South Africa’s early diamond rush in Kimberley.

Revenue Contribution

8%

Production Carats 
(ROM only)

126,917 

Revenue

+10%

US$38.8m +16%

Average Price Per Carat

US$303 

+3%

Conveyor belt transporting ore 
at the Kimberley Underground plant.

Output
Production increased 10%.

Recoveries
Wesselton plant 
completed final stages 
of commissioning.

Efficiencies
Wesselton stockpile 
of ca. 244kt available 
for future processing.

Responsibility
Renovations to and upgrade 
of facilities at local school.

Performance in FY 2014
The Kimberley Underground operation comprises three kimberlite 
pipe mines: Bultfontein and Dutoitspan (serviced by the Joint 
Shaft and the Joint Shaft plant) and Wesselton (serviced by 
the Wesselton Shaft and the Wesselton plant).

FY 2014 production increased 10% to 126,917 carats (FY 2013: 
115,400 carats) and revenue increased 16% to US$38.8 million. 
Recovered grades were marginally below management’s earlier 
expectations, with the depletion of the Joint Shaft stockpile 
during H2 FY 2014. The remaining Wesselton stockpile contains 
circa 244,000 tonnes for future processing.

Costs
The on-mine cash cost increased to ZAR301/t (FY 2013: ZAR265/t) 
due to the start up of the Wesselton plant, increased maintenance 
costs and lower than planned volumes treated at Wesselton 
during the final stages of plant commissioning. 

A schematic of the Kimberley Underground 
mine and orebody is available on Petra’s website
petradiamonds.com/investors/analysts/
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Development plan
Petra’s mine plan at Kimberley Underground will take steady 
state production to 170,000 ctpa by FY 2016. 

ROM tonnes planned for treatment in FY 2015 are guided 
as 1.17 Mt, remaining at circa 1.2 Mtpa from FY 2016 onwards, 
as supported by treatment results in Q4 FY 2014 reaching 
261,000 tonnes, equating to an annualised rate exceeding 1 Mtpa. 

Capex
Capex for the Year was 53% lower than the previous year 
at US$10.1 million (FY 2013: US$21.6 million) mainly due to the 
finalisation of the plant upgrades as well as limited underground 
capital during the initial phases of underground development.

More detail online
petradiamonds.com/operations/
operating-mines/kimberley-underground 

STRATEGIC REPORTWilliamson

Tanzania’s only important diamond producer, Williamson is based upon 
the 146 hectare Mwadui kimberlite pipe.

Dump truck transporting ore for 
the processing cycle at Williamson.

Revenue Contribution

11%

Production Carats 
(ROM and alluvial)

188,465  +15%

Revenue

US$53.9m +29%

Average Price Per Carat

US$303 

+19%

Output
Increased tonnes 
treated delivered 15% 
higher production.

Recoveries
Ongoing plant refinements 
to improve recoveries.

Efficiencies
Continued increase 
in tonnages treated 
to improve unit costs.

Responsibility
Distribution of drinking water 
to the Williamson mine village 
and surrounding communities.

Performance in FY 2014
Williamson is an open pit operation, based upon the mining 
of the 146 hectare Mwadui kimberlite. The mine produces 
high quality diamonds, as evidenced by the average value 
of US$303 per carat in FY 2014. 

The mine has also been known historically for very rare pink stones 
and Petra was therefore encouraged by the recovery of a high 
quality 16.4 carat pink diamond at the mine in Q1 FY 2015, which 
was included in the Company’s first sales tender of FY 2015 and 
sold for US$2.2 million. Images of this beautiful pink can be viewed 
on the Company’s website at: www.petradiamonds.com/media/
image-library/diamonds. 

The mine delivered increased production of 188,465 carats for the 
Year (FY 2013: 164,376 carats), further to the increase in tonnes 
treated in line with the progression of the mine’s development plan. 

ROM grades decreased 5%, partly due to excessive rainfall during 
Q3 FY 2014 which led to higher grade production areas being made 
inaccessible, as well as plant constraints which are being addressed. 
During Q4 FY 2014, 1 Mt of ROM material was treated, giving 
an annualised equivalent production level in excess of 3.6 Mtpa.

Costs
The on-mine cash cost of US$12/t (FY 2013: US$12/t) remained 
flat year-on-year due to increases in contractor rates, offset by 
increased tonnages treated.

Development plan
Petra’s expansion plan at Williamson will see tonnage 
throughput ramp up to circa 5 Mtpa from FY 2017, which at 
a grade of circa 6.0 cpht is expected to deliver 300,000 ctpa. 
Petra’s current mine plan for Williamson has a life of 19 years, 
but given that the Mwadui kimberlite hosts a major resource 
of 33.1 Mcts, there is potential to extend the LOM considerably. 

The Williamson expansion plan is on track, with FY 2015 
ROM tonnage throughput guided at circa 3.7 Mt, ramping up to 
4.3 Mt in FY 2016 and then reaching steady state production of 
circa 5 Mtpa from FY 2017 onwards. The ROM grade is expected 
to be circa 5.6 cpht for FY 2015, rising to circa 6.0 cpht from 
FY 2016 onwards further to improved plant efficiencies.

Capex
Capex reduced to US$8.9 million for the Year (FY 2013: US$11.7 million) 
and was predominantly spent on finalising the rebuilt plant 
and on other production related activities, including pit shaping/
shale removal, haul road construction and slimes/tailings 
handling facilities.

A schematic of the Williamson mine and 
Mwadui orebody is available on Petra’s website
petradiamonds.com/investors/analysts/
analyst-guidance

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Resource Management 
and Exploration

Exploring for new economic kimberlites in Botswana and the careful management 
of our diamond resources to ensure sustainable operations for the Group.

Gross reserves and resources
Petra manages one of the world’s largest diamond resources. 
This major resource suggests that the potential mine lives of 
Petra’s assets could be considerably longer than the current mine 
plans in place at each operation, or could support significantly 
higher production rates. A summary of the Group’s gross Reserves 
and Resources is above and the full 2014 Resource Statement 
is available on pages 148 to 151.

As at 30 June 2014, the Group’s gross diamond resources (inclusive 
of Reserves) decreased 3% to 301.2 Mcts (30 June 2013: 309.6 Mcts). 

Apart from depletion by mining activity, the main reasons for an 
overall decrease in gross diamond resources were the sale of the 
Sedibeng and Star fissure operations (1.2 Mcts), the application 
of a revised resource model at Williamson (resulting in the total 
Resource decreasing by 6.3 Mcts due to a lower grade attributed 
to the K1, K1A and K2/KT facies in the ‘diatreme’ portion of the 
orebody – currently not in the LOM business plan), and a 0.8 Mcts 
decrease in the total Resource at Kimberley Underground (mainly 
due to a reduced grade on the East Blow section of Dutoitspan, 
based on new sampling results). 

These decreases were countered by a 0.5 Mcts increase at Finsch 
due to re-modelling of Finsch Block 4 with PCBC software, and 
a 0.6 Mcts increase at Koffiefontein due to the base of the mine’s 
Resource being taken to 720 metres, based on new sampling results.

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Gross reserves and resources status of the combined 
Petra Group operations as at 30 June 2014

Category

Reserves

Proved 

Probable 

Subtotal 

Resources

Measured

Indicated

Inferred

Subtotal 

Tonnes
millions

Grade
cpht

Contained
diamonds
Mcts

1.0

121.8

122.9

14.5

447.5

1,289.9

1,751.9

49.2

44.9

45.0

7.1

49.7

6.0

17.2

0.50

54.74

55.24

1.03

222.51

77.61

301.16

As at 30 June 2014, the Group’s gross diamond reserves increased 
1.5% to 55.2 Mcts (30 June 2013: 54.4 Mcts), mainly owing to 
re-calibration of the Finsch Block 4 PCBC model and new PCSLC and 
PCBC modelling of the Finsch Block 5 SLC and Block Cave respectively.

STRATEGIC REPORT 
 
 
Exploration 
Petra’s exploration programme is concentrated on Botswana, 
the world’s largest diamond producer by value and host to 
two of the world’s largest diamond mines, Jwaneng and Orapa. 
With its high prospectivity, low risk profile and attractive fiscal 
regime, Petra considers Botswana to offer the most attractive 
environment for diamond exploration worldwide. 

Petra continues to review its exploration holdings in Botswana 
and during FY 2014 the Company decreased the size of its 100% 
held diamond prospecting licences ground from circa 21,520 km² 
to circa 11,390 km2 following the relinquishment of large tracks 
of well explored ground holdings. 

KX36 
Petra’s focus at present remains the evaluation of the KX36 
kimberlite discovery and an intensified search for other kimberlites 
in the surrounding area. 

Phase one of a +800 tonnes large diameter drilling (“LDD”) 
campaign completed in FY 2013 rendered a total of circa 285 carats 
(including three stones of approximately 5 carats, two of which 
were of gem quality). This programme was followed up in FY 2014 
by a third phase of narrow diameter drilling (“NDD”) to improve 
delineation of the KX36 pipe and to provide additional geological 
and geotechnical information. Analysis and integration of this 
information into an updated 3D Gemcom model has led to the 
recognition and classification of mainly two different kimberlite 
facies – uniform coherent and transitional coherent.

Towards Year end, results from a third batch of circa 800kg of 
micro diamond samples (sampled by facies) became available. 
These results will be evaluated, together with the previously 
obtained micro and macro diamond results, to increase the 
confidence in further diamond size distribution and diamond 
content modelling.

Significant work is required to increase the confidence levels 
of both the grade and the average diamond value of the deposit, 
which will involve a second phase of LDD sampling, commencing 
in early FY 2015. The aim of this programme is to obtain circa 
720 carats for a more representative diamond parcel of circa 
1,000 carats which will be used for further resource modelling 
and diamond value determination.

KX36 surrounding area
The high resolution regional deflation sampling programme 
that commenced late FY 2012, covering kimberlite KX36 and 
the immediate surrounds, has been completed. An anomalous 
zone trending south west of KX36 has been defined by visually 
identified and probed kimberlite indicator mineral (“KIM”) recoveries 
from 7,750 samples. This broad KIM anomaly seems to break up 
into several separate anomalies. 

Following the analysis, interpretation and final integration of 
all data obtained to date for the KX36 region (a combination 
of SkyTEM Heli-borne Electromagnetic data, geological and 

Drill rig in operation in Botswana.

geophysical data), 16 selected targets in relatively close proximity 
to KX36 were drilled to a cumulative depth of circa 2,100 metres. 
The drilled targets were mainly electromagnetic and magnetic 
anomalies selected within a high interest area with respect to 
the kimberlitic indicator distribution. No new kimberlites 
were discovered. 

At Year end, a complete data package was handed over to 
external consultants for a thorough review of all KX36 region 
exploration work done to date. 

Kokong Field
Further to the award of three new prospecting licences to 
the east and adjacent to the Kokong kimberlite field, a 6,286 
line-km low-level hi-res (Xcalibur) aeromagnetic survey was 
conducted over a portion of the newly issued licence PL189/2014 
in this project area. Ground geophysical follow-up of high interest 
targets has already commenced and will continue into FY 2015. 

Manica Minerals Co-operation Agreement
During the Year, the Company announced a diamond exploration 
co-operation agreement (“Agreement”) with Manica Minerals Ltd 
(“Manica”), which is led by Dr Peter Hildebrand and Dr John Gurney, 
the renowned kimberlite expert. The Agreement is an exciting 
development for Petra, due to the combined kimberlite exploration 
skills and expertise in both Manica and Petra, and provides the 
Company with access to an additional circa 18,200 km2 of highly 
prospective land holdings in the Jwaneng and Orapa areas.

Work on the Manica prospecting licences held in the Orapa area 
commenced in earnest in the middle of the Year with a detailed 
historical data review and geophysical target generation exercise, 
followed by high resolution ground magnetic follow-up over 
selected targets. This area is also host to several known kimberlites, 
and particular attention will be given to the initial evaluation 
of these previously identified kimberlites with respect to size, 
mineral chemistry and diamond-bearing potential. 

To this end, a circa 1,300 metres Reverse Circulation (“RC”) drilling 
programme was carried out in Q1 FY 2015. Material obtained 
through this programme has been submitted for Mantle Mapper™ 
analysis, a procedure developed by Mineral Services (under the 
auspices of Dr Gurney), for quantitatively analysing the abundance 
and composition of key indicator minerals in kimberlite to allow 
reliable evaluation of the diamond potential of the host orebody.

Jim Davidson
Technical Director
17 October 2014

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OVERVIEWCORPORATE GOVERNANCESTRATEGIC REPORTFINANCIAL STATEMENTSSUPPLEMENTARY INFOGovernance Overview

Adonis Pouroulis
Non-Executive 
Chairman

Board composition

1

3

3

X  Executive 
Directors

X  Independent 

Non-Executive 
Directors

X  Non-Executive 

Director

Dear Shareholder
As Chairman, one of my core responsibilities is to 
ensure effective corporate governance throughout 
the Group, thereby:

 » protecting the interests of shareholders and other stakeholders;

 » abiding by our ethical principles; and 

 » upholding the high value placed upon our unique product.

The above objectives are considered integral to ensuring the 
long-term sustainability of our business.

Overview
As an LSE Main Market listed company, Petra is subject to 
the UK Corporate Governance Code 2012 (“the Code”), which is 
recognised as one of the world’s most comprehensive governance 
standards. The Corporate Governance Statement on pages 
54 to 61 sets out in full how Petra adheres to the Code 
in spirit and practice.

The ability of the Company to continue to strengthen its 
governance practices, in line with its increasing size and stature 
and also to reflect the ever changing nature of the governance 
and regulatory landscape, remains a core focus for me, personally, 
my fellow Board members and Petra’s Senior Management.

The Group’s growth profile is exciting but it also presents 
challenges, which are being addressed by continuing to build 
on our organisational capacity with enhanced systems and 
structures. We remain highly focused on delivering Petra’s 
growth profile in the right way and without compromising 
our core values.

Read more about our values at
petradiamonds.com/about-us/
our-vision-and-values

Governance structure
The Board delegates certain duties and responsibilities to its Committees, whose terms of reference are published on Petra’s website 
www.petradiamonds.com/about-us/corporate-governance/board-committees. The Audit and Remuneration Committees are wholly 
composed of independent NEDs to ensure their independence, while the Nomination Committee is composed of independent 
NEDs and chaired by the Company’s Chairman. The Committees are provided with the requisite support and information to enable 
them to discharge their duties.

Board of Directors

Audit Committee

Remuneration Committee

Nomination Committee

HSSE Committee

The Audit Committee is 
responsible for overseeing the 
Group’s financial reporting, 
internal and external audit, 
internal control and risk 
management systems, and 
compliance, whistleblowing 
and fraud policies

The Remuneration Committee 
is responsible for advising the 
Board on the remuneration of 
Executive Directors and 
setting an overall policy for 
remunerating the Group’s 
employees

The Nomination Committee 
leads the process for Board 
appointments, re-election and 
succession of the Directors and 
the Chairman

The HSSE Committee, whilst 
not a formally constituted 
Board Committee, is chaired 
by Mr Dippenaar. It is 
responsible for the Health, 
Safety, Social and 
Environmental policy and 
compliance within the Group

Gordon Hamilton

Gordon Hamilton 

Adonis Pouroulis

Johan Dippenaar 

Chairman

Chairman

Chairman

Chairman

Tony Lowrie

Tony Lowrie

Gordon Hamilton

Members of 
Senior Management

Patrick Bartlett

Patrick Bartlett

Tony Lowrie

Patrick Bartlett

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STRATEGIC REPORTGovernance Performance in FY 2014
Board Strategy and Performance
The Board made good headway with its objectives in FY 2014, 
particularly with regards to strategy, risk management/internal 
controls and Board process. Board and Committee composition 
has been identified as an area for focus in FY 2015, particularly 
taking into account the importance of diversity. Read more 
about the Board’s performance for the Year on page 57. 

Independent Board Evaluation
The Board’s first external review process was carried out in 
May 2014 and included a thorough and independent evaluation 
of its performance. Read more about the process on page 59.

Director Training
My fellow Directors and I participate in various ongoing 
professional development courses and training opportunities. 
During the Year a formal training session for the full Board and 
the investor relations team was held. Topics chosen were highly 
relevant to Petra’s business. Read more on page 58. 

A New Reporting Era
There have been a number of significant changes with 
regards to UK company reporting which have come into effect 
recently and trends that are redefining how companies approach 
corporate reporting. There is a clear demand from investors for 
corporate reporting that provides a clear and concise explanation 
of a business’s strategy, performance, risks and opportunities in 
a manner that ‘cuts the clutter’; additional reporting requirements 
for the Audit Committee; new regulations with regards to 
remuneration (covered in the Directors’ Remuneration Report 
on pages 74 to 90); and important new sustainability disclosure 
requirements covering greenhouse gas emissions, diversity and 
human rights. The Board is also now responsible for reviewing 
and signing off an Annual Report and Accounts that is considered 
to give a ‘fair, balanced and understandable’ view of the 
business as a whole.

While all businesses should be forward looking, mining is 
especially a long-term industry, which requires considerable 
strategic thinking, planning and action today in order to achieve 
results in the future. This is evidenced by the investment and 
expansion plans we currently have in place in order to reach our 
target of circa 5 million carats by FY 2019. Providing transparent 
information on the Company and its strategy was already in 
line with Petra’s approach to reporting – read more on page 60 
in ‘Shareholder Communication – Strategy’.

Risk Management
The Board, on the recommendation of the Audit Committee, 
approved the formation of a Group risk management/internal 
audit department during the Year and, post Year end, an 
experienced Group Risk and Internal Audit Manager was 
appointed. Read more on page 67.

A Culture of Integrity
The Board and Senior Management of Petra fosters a 
Group culture from the top down of integrity, diligence and 
accountability, backed up by a real passion for what we are 
doing. Our aim is to maintain this positive culture as Petra 
continues to grow and progress its mission to build a leading, 
independent diamond mining group.

Feedback
The views of our stakeholders are important to Petra. If any 
shareholder would like to speak to me or the Senior Independent 
Director about the contents of this Report, they should get in 
contact via our Corporate Communications team based in 
London (see page 152 for contact details). 

We welcome such changes, which require companies to focus 
on the reporting of material issues and to provide shareholders 
with an integrated view of key opportunities and risks that 
could affect a company’s development and performance. 

Adonis Pouroulis
Non-Executive Chairman
17 October 2014

Directors’ experience/backgrounds

Directors’ nationality

4

2

4

6

2

4

X Mining

X Geology

X Finance

X Capital markets

X Audit

X Africa

3

4

X South African

X British

Tenure of Directors

Number of shares held
2.5%

1

1

1

2

2

X 0–2 years

X 2–3 years

X 3–9 years

X 9–11 years

X 11–17 years

97.5%

X Directors

X Other

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OVERVIEWCORPORATE GOVERNANCESTRATEGIC REPORTFINANCIAL STATEMENTSSUPPLEMENTARY INFOBoard of Directors

Name and title

Adonis Pouroulis (44)
Non‑Executive Chairman

Johan Dippenaar (57)
Chief Executive 

David Abery (51)
Finance Director

Appointment date

March 1997

June 2005

July 2003

Role

Mr Pouroulis leads the 
Board of Directors and 
works with the Executive 
Directors on strategy and 
other matters. He serves 
as Chairman of the 
Nomination Committee.

Qualifications

Mining Engineer – University of 
Witswatersrand, South Africa

Mr Dippenaar leads the 
management of the Group, 
implements the agreed 
strategy and runs the 
business on a day-to-day 
basis. He is a member of the 
Executive Committee and 
chairs the HSSE Committee.

Chartered Accountant – 
member of the 
South African Institute of 
Chartered Accountants

Mr Abery leads the 
financial management of the 
Group and is responsible for 
financing, treasury, financial 
controls, reporting, legal, 
investor relations, compliance 
and corporate governance.

Chartered Accountant – ICAEW

Experience

Mr Pouroulis is a mining 
entrepreneur whose expertise 
lies in the discovery and 
exploration of natural 
resources across Africa, 
including diamonds, precious/
base metals, coal and oil and 
gas, and bringing these assets 
into production. He founded 
Petra Diamonds in 1997 and 
it became the first diamond 
company to float on AIM. He 
has since chaired Petra as it 
has developed into a mid-tier 
diamond producer of global 
significance and London’s 
largest quoted diamond 
mining group.

Since 1990 Mr Dippenaar 
has been involved in the 
leadership and management 
of diamond mining companies. 
Prior to his appointment as 
Chief Executive of Petra, he 
was Chief Executive of 
ASX-quoted Crown Diamonds 
which merged with Petra in 
2005. Since the merger, he has 
led Petra through a period of 
significant growth, taking the 
Company’s annual production 
from circa 175,000 carats in 
FY 2006 to 3.1 million carats 
in FY 2014, and establishing 
the Company as a leading 
independent diamond producer.

Mr Abery has many years 
experience as a chief 
financial officer in both 
the South African and UK 
business environments. 
He has been integral to the 
structuring and delivery of 
strategic Group corporate 
development, acquisitions 
and fundraisings at Petra. 
He is responsible for all 
matters pertaining to 
Petra’s UK listing.

External appointments

Non-Executive Director 
of Chariot Oil & Gas plc

None

None

Board meetings attended

5 out of 5

5 out of 5

5 out of 5

Interest in the Company 
as at 30 June 2014¹

9,564,650 shares 
(30 June 2013: 
9,564,650 shares)

640,000 shares 
(30 June 2013: 
640,000 shares)

1,979,649 shares 
(30 June 2013: 
1,979,649 shares)

1.  There have been no changes to the Director holdings since 30 June 2014 to the date of the Strategic Report.

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STRATEGIC REPORTJim Davidson (69)
Technical Director

Tony Lowrie (72)
Independent 
Non‑Executive Director

Dr Pat Bartlett (69)
Independent 
Non‑Executive Director

Gordon Hamilton (69)
Independent 
Non‑Executive Director

June 2005

September 2012

November 2011

November 2011

Mr Davidson leads the 
technical management team 
and is responsible for the 
direction and implementation 
of the Group’s technical and 
exploration programmes.

Mr Lowrie is the Senior 
Independent Director and 
member of the Audit, 
Remuneration and 
Nomination Committees.

Dr Bartlett is an Independent 
Non-Executive Director and 
member of the Audit, 
Remuneration and 
Nomination Committees.

Mr Hamilton is an Independent 
Non-Executive Director, 
Chairman of the Audit and 
Remuneration Committees 
and a member of the 
Nomination Committee.

Geologist – Member of the 
Geological Society of South 
Africa and registered with the 
South African Council for 
Natural Scientific Professions

Royal Commission – 
Sandhurst Military Academy

Member of the South African 
Institute of Mining and 
Metallurgy; registered 
Professional Natural Scientist

Chartered Accountant – ICAEW

Mr Davidson has had a 
multidisciplinary professional 
career spanning 43 years 
and is an authority on the 
exploration, mining and 
beneficiation of diamond 
deposits worldwide. He was 
key to the building up of 
Crown Diamonds’ fissure mine 
portfolio. Following the 
Crown merger with Petra, 
he continued in the role of 
Technical Director for Petra 
to oversee the technical and 
geological stewardship of the 
Group. Jim’s unique tenure 
brings a specialist oversight 
across the full diamond process.

Mr Lowrie has over 36 years’ 
association with the equities 
business and is an experienced 
non-executive director. He has 
had a lengthy and distinguished 
career, which included senior 
positions with the Hoare Govett 
group and HG Asia Securities. 
Between 1996 and 2004 he 
was chairman of ABN AMRO 
Asia Securities and was formerly 
also a managing director of 
ABN AMRO Bank. He has been 
a non-executive director of 
Allied Gold Mining plc, Dragon 
Oil plc, J.D. Wetherspoon plc, 
as well as several other quoted 
Asian closed end funds.

Dr Bartlett was formerly chief 
geologist for De Beers until 
his retirement in 2003 and is 
an acknowledged leading 
expert on kimberlite geology 
and block caving. He has 
extensive experience working 
across Southern Africa and 
has in-depth knowledge of 
several of the mines acquired 
by Petra, having previously 
worked at Finsch, 
Koffiefontein, Kimberley 
Underground and Cullinan. 
Since retiring from De Beers, 
he has consulted on block 
caving projects for BHP 
Billiton, Anglo American 
and Rio Tinto.

Mr Hamilton retired from 
Deloitte LLP in 2006 after 
more than 30 years as a partner 
primarily responsible for 
multinational and FTSE 350 
company audits, mainly in 
the mining, oil, aerospace 
and defence industries, as 
well as heading the Deloitte 
South Africa desk in London. 
He served for nine years until 
2011 as a member of the UK 
Financial Reporting Review 
Panel. Gordon has extensive 
experience as a non-executive 
director across a wide range 
of businesses.

None

Director of the Edinburgh 
Dragon Fund and 
non-executive director 
of Kenmare Resources plc

Director of the Board of 
Trustees for the De Beers 
Benefit Society and the 
De Beers Pension Fund

Non-executive director 
of Barloworld Limited, 
Nedbank Private Wealth 
Limited and other related 
companies within the Nedbank 
Group, and Atrium Underwriting 
Group Limited

5 out of 5

5 out of 5

5 out of 5

5 out of 5

640,000 shares 
(30 June 2013: 
640,000 shares)

Nil shares 
(30 June 2013: nil shares)

Nil shares 
(30 June 2013: nil shares)

100,000 shares 
(30 June 2013: 70,000 shares)

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OVERVIEWCORPORATE GOVERNANCESTRATEGIC REPORTFINANCIAL STATEMENTSSUPPLEMENTARY INFORisks Overview

Principal risks and uncertainties

The Group is exposed to a number of risks and uncertainties 
which could have a material impact on its performance and 
long-term development. The effective identification, management 
and mitigation of these risks and uncertainties is a core focus 
of the Group, as they are key to the Company’s objectives 
and strategy being achieved.

Central to Petra’s approach to risk management is having the 
right Board and Senior Management team in place, with such 
members combining extensive experience both of the specialist 
world of diamond mining, corporate governance, risk management, 
and the local operating conditions in South Africa, Tanzania 
and Botswana.

Risk management is the overall responsibility of the Board, assisted 
primarily by the Audit and HSSE Committees. Petra has the following 
risk management structure in place (see diagram below).

As a growing company, Petra is continually looking to adapt 
and strengthen its risk management processes. Post Year end, 
the Company appointed a Group Risk and Internal Audit 
Manager, who is currently working with the Finance Director 
and Audit Committee to agree the detailed scope and FY 2015 
work programmes for internal audit. The recruitment of an 
appropriately resourced and experienced internal audit team, 
as well as a review of the Group Risk Registers to ensure the 
approach to risk and internal audit management addresses the 
appropriate areas, are also key objectives in the short term.

Given the long-term nature of the mining business, particularly 
taking into account the extensive life span of Petra’s assets, 
the majority of the Group’s risks are unlikely to alter significantly 
on a yearly basis. However, inevitably the level of risk can 
change, as could the Group’s risk appetite.

Risk management

Board of Directors

Audit Committee

HSSE Committee

Executive Directors

Senior Management

Corporate and operational risk

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STRATEGIC REPORTPrincipal risks
A detailed review of the Group’s principal risks and risk management for the Year can be found on pages 68 to 71.

RISK
External risks

RISK 
APPETITE

RISK 
RATING

NATURE 
OF RISK

CHANGE IN FY 2014

Rough diamond prices

High

Medium

Long term

Currency

High

Medium

Long term

Country and political

High

Medium

Long term

Operating risks

Safety

Low

High

Long term

Mining and production

Medium

Low

Long term

ROM grade volatility

Medium

Medium

Short term

Lower – diamond prices increased over the 
Year, thereby assisting Petra revenues

Lower – the weaker Rand during the Year 
had a favourable impact on the diamond 
sales banked in Rands and the US Dollar 
reporting of operating costs

No change – no material country/political 
changes affected Petra during the Year

Higher – while our overall safety 
performance improved in FY 2014, very 
regrettably one fatality was recorded

No change – Petra did not experience any 
undue mining challenges in FY 2014

Higher – volatility of ROM grade increased 
at the Cullinan mine

Expansion and 
project delivery

Medium

Medium

Medium term

No change – Petra’s expansion plans remain 
materially on schedule and on budget

Labour relations

Medium

Medium

Short to 
medium term

Higher – Petra experienced some labour 
unrest during the Year, though with no 
material impact on Company performance

Strategic risks

Financing

Medium

Low

Medium term

Lower – treasury management remains a 
core focus; Petra’s expansion plans remain 
fully financed

Cost control and 
capital discipline

Medium

Medium

Long term

No change – Petra maintains strong control 
of operating costs, G&A and Capex

Retention of key personnel Medium

Medium

Long term

Regulatory compliance

Low

Medium

Long term

No change – Petra’s employment policies 
and terms are designed to attract, 
incentivise and retain individuals of the 
appropriate calibre.

No change – Petra is highly focused on 
materially meeting all requirements to 
maintain its licences to operate and comply 
with all other relevant laws and regulations

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OVERVIEWCORPORATE GOVERNANCESTRATEGIC REPORTFINANCIAL STATEMENTSSUPPLEMENTARY INFOSustainability Overview

Sustainability

Petra is committed to the responsible development of its assets 
to the benefit of all stakeholders.

Risk assessment is carried out with the construction 
team at Koffiefontein before commencing work.

Petra publishes an annual Sustainability Report, which provides 
a detailed overview of the Group’s approach to sustainability 
and its performance for the Year. This report can be accessed 
at www.petradiamonds.com/sustainability. 

Material Sustainability Issues
The following have been identified as the Company’s material 
sustainability issues, in keeping with the Global Reporting 
Initiative’s guidelines for sustainability reporting:

Strategy
Our strategy is to invest our resources in our mines – capital, 
in order to extend our mine lives, and people, in order to apply 
the expertise of our team. 

We structure and plan our operations to ensure that all 
stakeholders receive maximum benefit from our presence. 
This approach aims to ensure long-term sustainable operations.

 » Safety, health and wellbeing

 » Labour relations

 » Staff retention

 » Resource usage

 » Climate change

Petra’s five core sustainability objectives 
are in alignment with our Values and with 
our Group strategy to ‘Work Responsibly’:

1 
2 
3 
4 
5 

 ensure that everyone works safely, 
in a ‘zero harm’ environment;

 ensure that we work in harmony with our natural 
environment and manage resources appropriately; 

 ensure that we have sustainable relationships 
with all of the communities in which we operate; 

 ensure that we comply with relevant legislation 
in order to maintain our licence to operate; and

 structure and implement all projects and practices 
with the long-term success of the Company in 
mind, to the benefit of all stakeholders.

 » Stakeholder engagement

 » Community development

 » Compliance and licence to operate

 » Product assurance

Petra mitigates these issues via a combination of meeting 
regulatory requirements, stakeholder engagement, monitoring 
performance, adapting and strengthening policies and procedures, 
internal and external audits, and going ‘beyond compliance’ to 
do everything possible to positively enhance its direct sphere 
of influence.

Health and Safety
The health and safety of our people is Petra’s top priority.

We follow a risk-based management approach which entails 
continual hazard identification, risk assessment and instilling 
awareness into the workplace culture. Our principal safety 
risks relate to trackless mobile machinery, electrical switching, 
supported and suspended loads, underground flooding 
and fall of ground.

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STRATEGIC REPORTThe root cause of accidents remains breaches in safety rules 
and non-conformance to work procedures. The remedial process 
is focused on retraining, improving first line supervision and 
enforcement of existing controls.

All our underground mines in South Africa achieved 
OHSAS 18001 certification (international health and safety 
management systems) further to an independent third party 
audit conducted by PwC in FY 2014. The Williamson mine has 
not been subject to formal certification as yet, but its processes 
and systems are based upon such international standards and 
the mine maintains a very high level of safety performance.

Petra also has a number of services and initiatives in place to 
encourage a healthy and happy workforce, extending beyond 
occupational illnesses to local community issues and lifestyle 
related conditions.

In FY 2014, Petra performed well in terms of LTIFR in comparison 
to international industry standards, particularly for underground 
operations. However, the Company very regrettably recorded 
one fatality at the Cullinan mine in January 2014, following an 
electrocution accident at a surface electrical substation. For 
each incident resulting in loss of life or severe injury, a formal 
internal investigation is conducted and the lessons learnt 
are shared with all operations in the Group.

KPI

LTIFR

FIFR

2014

0.32

0.01

2013

0.67

0.00

Developing our people
In keeping with our core Value of ‘Let’s take control’, Petra 
believes that employees who are empowered and accountable 
for their actions work to the best of their ability. The Company 
has therefore fostered a culture whereby innovation and 
creativity in the workplace is encouraged and rewarded. 

To continuously improve the skills of our employees and empower 
them to achieve their full potential, we invest substantially in 
training programmes. This is done with cognisance that our 
employees’ personal development will contribute to the 
successful development of our operations. 

A suite of Group-wide HR policies that cover most aspects of 
employment and employee development, and are augmented 
at an operational level to ensure they are applicable within the 
local context of each mine, ensure a well-regulated HR environment. 
These documents are, in turn, supported by our Group Code of 
Ethical Conduct and other Group-level initiatives, which reinforce 
Petra’s existing commitment to the fair treatment and sustainable 
development of our workforce. 

In FY 2014, we increased our training spend, with the main areas 
of expenditure being in-house safety and technical training, 
engineering learnerships, internships and other learnerships 
(an accredited learning programme which combines practical 
work experience with academic learning).

Our staff turnover was abnormally high in FY 2014 due to the 
retrenchments at the Sedibeng and Star mines. Excluding this 
impact, our turnover rate improved to 8%.

FY 2014

FY 2013

Training spend

Staff turnover

ca. US$6.0 million ca. US$4.5 million1

22%1

11%

1.  Includes costs in FY 2013 and staff turnover in FY 2014 for the placing on care 

and maintenance and subsequent sale of the Sedibeng and Star mines.

Protecting the environment
Petra recognises the need to conduct its operations in 
an environmentally sustainable manner by using resources 
responsibly, protecting and restoring the environments where 
it operates and mitigating the impacts of its operations. 

We are committed to full environmental legal compliance in 
the countries where we operate and to meeting best practice 
in terms of environmental management. All our underground 
pipe mines maintained their ISO 14001 certification (international 
environmental management systems) during the Year, with an 
independent evaluation carried out by PwC. Williamson has an 
Environmental Management System compatible with ISO 14001 
and shares the same goal of continuous improvement as the 
certified mines.

In FY 2014, Petra consumed more water both as a total for the 
Group and per tonne treated, which is attributed to increased 
production and the improved reporting of consumption from 
all mines. Energy usage on the other hand decreased 1% in line 
with the Group’s focus on energy efficiency initiatives across all 
its operations, leading to a reduction in energy usage per tonne.

The total carbon emitted by the Group decreased due to improved 
efficiencies in resource consumption, specifically electricity 
consumption that contributes more than 80% of the Group’s total 
greenhouse gases emitted. When an intensity indicator is used, 
Petra’s carbon footprint for the Year improved on a CO2-e per 
carat produced basis.

Petra continued to improve on its carbon emissions data capture 
systems in FY 2014, but was not yet in a position to record full 
greenhouse gas emissions for the entire Group, in line with the new 
legislation applicable to UK registered companies. Whilst Petra is 
not a UK registered company, we are committed to capturing and 
reporting this information. This process will continue in FY 2015 
and Petra will be in a position to disclose this data in its 2015 
Annual Report. 

Water usage

Energy usage

Carbon emissions

FY 2014

FY 2013

40,995,687m3
or 2.24m³/t

35,923,403 m3
or 2.09m3/t

508,310,351 kWh
or 27,8 kWh/t

511,806,719 kWh
or 31 kWh/t

562,934.53 tCO2-e
or 0.18 CO2-e/Ct

584,386t CO2-e
or 0.23 CO2-e/Ct

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Enhancing our communities
Petra’s mission is to unlock value for all our stakeholders, 
of which our local communities are considered to be one 
of the most important. 

Relationships with our local communities are not only important 
in securing support for our activities and maintaining our social 
licence to operate, but also vital for ensuring that our operations 
add real and lasting value to society. Effective, consistent and 
transparent stakeholder engagement is key to maintaining 
positive relationships.

Our community development efforts are therefore focused on: 
sustainable job creation; poverty alleviation; skills transfer; and 
enterprise development.

Outside of formally committed expenditure (which is agreed 
as per our Social and Labour Plans (“SLPs”) in South Africa), the 
Company provides further discretionary social expenditure. 
In FY 2014, the Group’s total spend increased to US$1.0 million, 
due to increased Local Economic Development expenditure 
in South Africa as new and revised SLP cycles took effect and 
increased Group discretionary spend, which was committed 
to a partnership to assist people with physical disabilities 
in South Africa. 

Petra’s recruitment policy makes provision for preferential local 
recruitment across all operations, which encourages a more stable 
and cohesive workforce, while contributing to the development 
of local communities.

2014

2013

CSI spend

ca. US$1.0 million ca. US$0.9 million

% of employees from 
our local communities

South Africa: 77%
Tanzania: 45%

South Africa: 77%
Tanzania: 45%

Our Economic Impacts
Taxes and royalties make a significant contribution to the countries 
in which we operate. Petra supports the principles of the Extractive 
Industries Transparency Initiative (“EITI”) and Publish What You 
Pay (“PWYP”), given that publishing details of Petra’s tax payments 
to Governments can help improve community support for 
its activities.

In FY 2014, the Group paid a total of US$53.1 million in taxes 
and royalties (FY 2013: US$54.2 million). It should be noted that 
Petra’s operations are currently subject to varying levels of tax 
shields, due to the significant level of investment being spent 
by the Company at each asset. As the capital expenditure phase 
starts to wind down, payments of taxes and royalties are due 
to rise considerably, in line with the profitability of each operation.

The Group spent US$140.0 million on salaries, wages and other 
benefits in FY 2014 (FY 2013: US$148.1 million). The ‘multiplier 
effect’ which can be applied in Africa means that whilst Petra 
employs 4,663 permanent employees and 3,543 contractors, a 
significantly larger number of people are to a greater or lesser 
extent dependent on our operations. 

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In line with our commitment to support local economic 
development, our operations aim to use local suppliers 
for goods and services where possible.

Taxes and royalties1

Salaries, wages 
and other benefits2

2014
(US$m)

53.1

140.0,3

2013
(US$m)

54.2

148.1

1.  Included in taxes and royalties are employee payroll taxes, skills development levies, 

unemployment insurance taxes and royalties on diamond sales.

2. Included in salaries, wages and other benefits are medical aid, pension fund, 

group life and other contributions.

3.  Includes the Sedibeng and Star mine employees. The Sedibeng and Star mines 

were sold in the Year, following a retrenchment programme.

Upholding the value of diamonds
Petra is committed to upholding the high value placed on natural 
diamonds, which are given to celebrate life’s most special moments 
and are considered as prized possessions. 

The Company ensures that every aspect of the business is 
managed and run in keeping with its Values, as well as with the 
value placed upon its unique product. As such, the Company 
monitors and manages each step in the diamond production 
process to the highest ethical standards: from exploration, 
development and mining, through to processing and sorting, 
and finally marketing and sale.

Petra will only operate in countries which are members of the 
Kimberley Process and only sells diamonds from known sources, 
thereby providing assurance that 100% of its production is 
certified as ‘conflict-free’. 

Protecting Human Rights
We recognise that there has been increased focus on the 
important area of human rights and the responsibilities of 
business to uphold and protect the rights of its employees and 
other stakeholders. Petra welcomes this attention, recognising 
the role that business can play in terms of driving change for 
good globally.

Petra is fully committed to upholding the human rights of all of its 
stakeholders, including its employees, contractors and partners, 
and as such has a policy of fair dealing and integrity in place 
in terms of the conduct of its business. This is set out in the 
Company’s Code of Ethical Conduct which explicitly includes 
‘Principle 4: Not only do we respect human rights, but we actively 
advance them’.

Petra has judged that human rights are not a material risk to 
the business as the Company operates within constitutional 
democracies where there are sufficient laws in place to protect 
human rights. In addition the Company has adequate policies 
and procedures in place to forbid any kind of discrimination. 

The Company complies with and supports the UN Universal 
Declaration of Human Rights and has aligned its principles with 
the International Labour Organisation Declaration on Fundamental 

Read more about our business ethics at
petradiamonds.com/about-us/
corporate-governance/business-ethics

STRATEGIC REPORTThe Williamson mine’s 
Biogas Project intends 
to address the issues of 
limited energy supply 
at its local communities.

Principles and Rights at Work. There is no risk of child labour or 
forced labour taking place at any of Petra’s operations, due to 
the Company’s rigorous recruitment and pre-employment vetting 
process, reinforced by the legislative frameworks of the countries 
in which we operate. 

More information on Petra’s approach to managing human rights 
issues is included in the Company’s annual Sustainability Report.

Encouraging Diversity
Petra recognises diversity, encompassing people from a range 
of backgrounds, skills and perspectives, as a moral and business 
imperative, due to the benefits that well-managed diversity 
brings to all levels of an organisation. 

From a regulatory perspective, established and functional 
Employment Equity Committees are in place at all of our South 
African mines in accordance with the Employment Equity Act, with 
membership drawn from employer and employee representatives. 
These Committees monitor the implementation of Employment 
Equity Plans, which detail the identified barriers to equitable 
employment and specify affirmative measures to be 
implemented by each operation.

A Diversity Management workshop was held at Finsch during 
the Year, and there are plans to roll-out such workshops to all the 
South African operations during FY 2015, post the finalisation 
of an Integrated Transformation Framework (“ITF”). The ITF is 
an analytical tool which will assist the Company in effectively 
conceptualising and managing transformation within the Group.

Whilst not subject to the same regulation and legislation as 
the South African operations, the Williamson Mine in Tanzania 
has a policy to promote equal opportunity and to eliminate 
discrimination in the workplace. Williamson also applies 
affirmative action measures consistent with the promotion of 
women in mining, particularly during the recruitment process.

In FY 2014, the total percentage of women employed by the 
Group increased from 14% to 16%. Despite the challenges 
inherent in employing women in the mining industry, Petra 
makes proactive and concerted efforts to advance workplace 
equality through the recruitment and development of women.

Read more about our Board and diversity in the Report of the 
Nomination Committee on page 72. 

This Strategic Report and the information referred to herein has been approved by the Board and signed on its behalf by: 

David Abery
Finance Director
17 October 2014

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Governance

Monitoring the dense media 
separation plant at Williamson.

54  Corporate Governance Statement
62  Report of the Audit Committee
68  Risk Management
72 
73  Report of the HSSE Committee
74  Directors’ Remuneration Report

 Report of the Nomination Committee

Corporate Governance Statement

UK Corporate Governance Code compliance
The Petra Board considers it core to the 
Group’s status and development that it lives 
and complies with corporate governance 
best practice wherever possible. 

Petra is not subject to a code of corporate governance in its 
country of incorporation, Bermuda. As a Main Market listed 
company, Petra is required to comply with the UK Corporate 
Governance Code 2012 (“the Code”) or to explain in this 
statement any areas of non-compliance. 

The Company considers that there is only one area in which it 
is not strictly in compliance with the Code, which is as follows 
and which has been previously disclosed:

 » Remuneration of Non-Executive Directors (“NEDs”) – Petra’s 
Non-Executive Chairman, Mr Pouroulis, holds options granted 
prior to the Company’s step-up to the Main Market of the 
London Stock Exchange, representing a form of performance-
related benefits. Whilst the Code states that NEDs should not 
receive performance-related remuneration, these are legacy 
arrangements and there have been no further option or 
share incentive awards to the Non-Executive Chairman since 
17 March 2010. Other than this exception, the Group has 
incorporated the principles of the Code when determining 
remuneration for NEDs (for further information, please review 
the Directors’ Remuneration Report on pages 74 to 90). 

Directors’ Remuneration Report
Pages 74 to 90

A copy of the Code is available on the 
Financial Reporting Council’s website
frc.org.uk/Our-Work/Codes-Standards/
Corporate-governance/UK-Corporate-
Governance-Code.aspx

Matters reserved for the Board
 » Vision and strategy

 » Production and trading results

 » Financial statements and reporting 
(supported by the Audit Committee)

 » Financing strategy, including debt 

and other external financing sources

 » Budgets, expansion projects, capital expenditure 

and business plans

 » Material acquisitions and divestments

 » Corporate governance and compliance 
(supported by the Audit Committee)

 » Risk management and internal controls 
(supported by the Audit Committee)

 » Health, safety, social and environmental matters 

(supported by the HSSE Committee)

 » Appointments and succession plans 

(supported by the Nomination Committee)

 » Remuneration 

(supported by the Remuneration Committee)

Board time

18%

31%

24%

27%

X  Strategy

X  Finance

X  Operations

X  Governance

Board and Committee meetings
The full Board meets formally at least four times a year and more 
often as required. There is frequent communication between 
Board members outside of the formal meeting dates, in order 
to stay abreast of business developments.

The formal Board and Committee meeting dates are scheduled 
to address key events in the corporate calendar (see page 153 for 
further information). There is a standing list of agenda items 
for discussion at every meeting, with extra time factored in for 
additional items. The agenda is agreed with the Chairman (or with 
the Chairman of the relevant Committee) and a timeframe set 
in advance for the various items, thereby ensuring that the full 
agenda can be covered in the time allotted. 

The formal Board and Committee meetings are normally held 
in Jersey. Given that such meetings involve significant travel 
by many Directors, the meetings are generally spaced out over 
two days. This allows for considerable interaction by the members, 
both inside and outside of the formal meetings. The use of free 
time to discuss issues allows for clarification and engagement, 
meaning that consensus during the meeting is more easily 
attained. It is also outside of the formal meetings that input 

on specific issues can be addressed, with individual Directors 
drawing on their personal experiences. 

Packs for the meetings are prepared by management following 
input on the agendas formulated by the respective Chairmen, 
and circulated electronically. Distribution is arranged prior to 
the meeting, thereby allowing the Directors adequate time to 
consider the variety of issues to be presented and debated. In 
the minutes of the meetings, issues identified for follow-up are 
set out, ensuring that matters raised by the Directors are 
actioned and reported back timeously.

In addition to formal Board and Committee meetings, the 
Chairman holds private meetings with the independent 
Non-Executive Directors (“iNEDs”) during the Year, enabling 
free discussions without the Executive Directors present. These 
meetings also allow the Chairman to update the iNEDs on the 
various activities of the Group where necessary before a formal 
Board meeting, in particular when the Executive Directors 
are reviewing matters of strategy, the budgetary process 
and other corporate activities. 

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CORPORATE GOVERNANCEThe Role of the Board 
Petra is headed by an effective Board, with the appropriate balance of experience, skills, independence and knowledge 
of the Company to properly discharge its responsibilities and duties.

In order to fulfil its role, the Board:
 » provides leadership of the Company within a framework 

of prudent and effective controls which enable risk 
to be assessed and managed;

 » sets the Company’s strategic aims, ensures that the necessary 
financial and human resources are in place for the Company 
to meet its objectives, and reviews management performance 
in achieving such objectives;

 » develops and promotes the collective vision of the Company’s 
purpose, culture, values and the behaviour it wishes to 
promote in conducting business and ensures that its obligations 
to its shareholders and others are understood and met; and

 » carries out all duties with due regard for true sustainability 

and the long-term success of the Company.

The role of the Chairman
Mr Pouroulis:
 » leads the Board and is primarily responsible 

for the effective working of the Board;

 » ensures good corporate governance;

 » sets the Board’s agenda and ensures that all Directors 
are encouraged to participate fully in the activities 
and decision-making process of the Board;

 » engages with shareholders and other governance-related 

stakeholders, as required;

 » meets with the Senior Independent Director and with 

the iNEDs without the executive team present, in order 
to encourage open discussions and to assess the 
executive team’s performance; and

The role of the Chief Executive
Mr Dippenaar:
 » is primarily responsible for developing Petra’s strategy 
in consultation with the Board, for its implementation 
and for the operational management of the business;

 » leads and provides strategic direction to the Company’s 

management team;

 » runs the Company on a day-to-day basis;

 » is responsible, along with the executive team, 
for implementing the decisions of the Board 
and its Committees;

 » is the Company’s primary spokesperson, communicating 

with external audiences, such as investors, analysts 
and the media;

 » chairs the Nominations Committee and thereby plays 
an important part in assessing and advising on the 
appropriate composition of the Board and its skill-set.

 » chairs the HSSE Committee and thereby has direct 

involvement in the strategic management of Petra’s 
HSSE issues; and

 » assists with management of Petra’s labour relations 

in South Africa, having developed extensive experience 
in this area.

The role of the Senior Independent Director
Mr Lowrie:
 » provides a sounding board for the Chairman and serves 
as an intermediary for the other Directors as necessary;

The role of the independent 
Non‑Executive Directors 
Dr Bartlett, Mr Hamilton, Mr Lowrie:
 » challenge the opinions of the Executive Directors, 

 » is available to shareholders if they have concerns which 

contact through the normal channels has failed to 
resolve or for which such contact is inappropriate;

 » leads the iNEDs in undertaking the evaluation 

of the Chairman’s performance appraisal;

 » provides valuable input with regards to Petra’s investor 
relations strategy, in line with his extensive capital 
markets experience; and

 » is a member of Petra’s Audit, Remuneration and 

Nomination Committees, thereby bringing his skill-set 
and independent judgement to the benefit of 
these Committees.

provide fresh insight in terms of strategic direction and 
bring their diverse experience and expertise to the benefit 
of the leadership of the Group;

 » assess the performance of the Chairman;

 » scrutinise the performance of the Executive Directors 

in terms of meeting agreed goals and objectives;

 » monitor the reporting of performance;

 » ensure that the financial information, controls 

and systems of risk management within the Group 
are robust and appropriate;

 » determine the appropriate levels of remuneration 

of the Executive Directors;

 » appoint or remove Executive Directors 

to or from the Board, when necessary; and

 » are members of Petra’s Audit, Remuneration and 

Nomination Committees (and Chairman of the Audit and 
Remuneration Committee in the case of Mr Hamilton), 
thereby bringing their skill-set and independent 
judgement to the benefit of these Committees.

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How our Board operates
Board calendar – FY 2014
Number of meetings attended

Board
meetings
5 held

Audit
Committee
6 held

Remuneration
Committee
5 held

Nomination
Committee
2 held

HSSE
Committee
3 held

Annual General
Meeting
1 held

Adonis Pouroulis

Johan Dippenaar

David Abery

Jim Davidson

Pat Bartlett

Gordon Hamilton

Tony Lowrie

5

5

5

5

5

5

5

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

6

6

6

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

5

5

5

2

n/a

n/a

n/a

2

2

2

n/a

3

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

1 

1 

1 

1 

1 

1 

1 

Date of meetings held

Board meetings

Audit Committee

Remuneration Committee

Nomination Committee

HSSE Committee

iNEDs with Chairman 
(without Executive team)

Board, Chairman and individual 
Director evaluation exercise

Annual General Meeting

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

Site visits
The ability to visit Petra’s operations in person and to interact 
with Senior Management is considered very important for 
Board members and annual site visits for the iNEDs are 
arranged to facilitate this. 

In May 2014, Dr Bartlett carried out a tour of the Finsch, 
Cullinan, Koffiefontein and Kimberley Underground mines 
in South Africa and was joined at Cullinan by Mr Hamilton. 
Mr Pouroulis visited the Cullinan mine in April 2014.

Dr Bartlett commented: “I very much enjoy being able to 
discuss the mine development plans with our senior operations 
teams and to see the progress in action. I am glad to be able 

to contribute my extensive knowledge of block caving to 
the benefit of the team and to see Petra’s ambitious plans 
become reality.”

Mr Hamilton commented: “Visiting the operations in person 
and also meeting the finance team at the corporate office in 
Johannesburg is an essential part of my role as Chairman of 
Petra’s Audit Committee, in order to ascertain culture and 
systems on the ground. I also find such visits helpful in terms 
of continually building on my knowledge of the technical 
aspects of diamond mining and the progress of our 
development plans.”

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CORPORATE GOVERNANCEBoard strategy and performance

Objectives for FY 2014

Progress and achievements in FY 2014

Objectives for FY 2015

Strategy

 » Continue to review and monitor 

 » The Board continued to evaluate the 

the Group’s production results and 
delivery against the approved 
expansion and development plans.

 » Continue to evaluate growth 

opportunities in the diamond sector 
that have the potential to deliver 
significant shareholder value.

Group’s growth and project expansion plans, 
in accordance with Petra’s stated objective 
to reach production of circa 5 million carats 
by FY 2019.

 » Continue to review and monitor the Group’s 
production results and delivery against the 
approved expansion and development plans, 
with continued focus on carat production 
and cashflow generation.

 » Where there were variances to production 

results or issues with regards to production 
and/or project delivery, the Board was fully 
briefed, discussed the applicable issues and 
any remedial action to be taken.

 » Continue to assess opportunities to further 
improve upon the Group’s expansion plans 
(from existing mines) to maximise value and 
cashflow opportunities from the Group’s 
substantial resource base.

 » The Board continued to evaluate growth 
opportunities in the diamond sector.

 » Continue to evaluate growth opportunities 

in the diamond sector that have the potential 
to deliver significant shareholder value.

 » Finalise an appropriate dividend policy 

and commencement date.

Board and committee composition

 » Continue to consider Board and 

 » Formalisation of the Board’s diversity policy.

 » Continue to consider optimal Board and 

Committee composition, taking into 
account diversity, independence and 
relevant expertise/experience. 

 » Continue to consider 
succession planning.

 » While the Nomination Committee devoted 
time to the consideration of Board and 
Committee composition, particularly taking 
into account diversity, there were no new 
Board developments to report for the Year.

 » Discussion of succession planning 

for the Executive Directors was carried out.

Committee composition, taking into account 
the specialist nature of Petra’s business and 
the diamond mining industry.

 » Appoint a suitably qualified iNED to the 

Board, in line with the Company’s diversity 
policy, as formalised in FY 2014 – see page 72 
of the Report of the Nomination Committee.

 » Formalise and develop succession planning 

at both Board and Senior Management levels.

Risk management and internal controls

 » Implement a Group internal audit 
function, as approved by the 
Audit Committee.

 » Ongoing review of the Company’s 
financing arrangements to ensure, 
as key factors change, that it is well 
managed and planned ahead of time.

 » A Board site visit to appropriate 

Group operations that are material to 
Petra’s results and future development, 
with a focus on engagement with 
Group Senior Management.

Board process

 » Continue to provide relevant training 
programmes to Directors in order to 
ensure that all Board members stay 
abreast of relevant developments.

 » Continue the level of communication 
between all Board Directors, both on 
a formal and informal nature to ensure 
that all Directors are continually fully 
informed of the Group’s business and 
in a position to contribute both during 
and outside of formal Board meetings.

 » Following the development of a role 

specification in FY 2014, a Group Risk and 
Internal Audit Manager, with industry specific 
experience, was recruited post Year end.

 » Assess the findings of the FY 2015 work scope, 
as agreed between the Audit Committee and 
the newly appointed Group Risk and Internal 
Audit Manager.

 » The Board carefully considered the Company’s 
operational and free cashflows, both actual 
and forecast, as well as the spend associated 
with the Group’s expansion projects, when 
evaluating the most appropriate financing 
arrangements for the Group.

 » Two of the iNEDs and the Chairman visited 
the South African operations in FY 2014. 

 » The Directors attended training 

programmes throughout the Year with 
sessions on, amongst other topics, the 
evolving regulatory environment and 
the technical aspects of block caving.

 » Alongside regular formal Board and 

Committee meetings, the Directors met 
on a frequent basis.

 » The independent Board evaluation flagged 
positive process dynamics in terms of Board 
cohesion, communication and culture. Refer 
to page 59 for further information on the 
evaluation process.

 » Continue to debate the key risks that are 

relevant to the Petra group, ensuring the possible 
effect of such risks and plans for the mitigation 
thereof is fully understood and continually 
actioned by the Board and Senior Management.

 » Arrange at least one annual visit for the full 

Board to the Group’s operations, providing the 
Chairman and iNEDs with the opportunity to 
experience production and project development 
directly, as well as to interact with key 
management and discuss important issues.

 » Continue to assess training needs and to provide 
relevant training opportunities to Directors in 
order to ensure that all Board members stay 
abreast of relevant developments.

 » Continue the level of communication between 

all Board Directors, both on a formal and 
informal nature, to ensure that all Directors 
are continually fully informed of the Group’s 
business and in a position to contribute both 
during and outside of formal Board meetings.

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Why our Board is effective
Director commitment
The Board believes that each of the Directors is able to allocate 
sufficient time to the Company to fulfil their obligations, as 
confirmed by the individual external Director performance 
evaluations carried out in May 2014. The Directors’ biographies 
and duties can be found on pages 44 and 45 and during the 
Year there have been no changes to their respective duties. 

Executive Directors may, subject to Board consent, accept external 
appointments to act as non-executive directors of other companies. 
However, the Board would reserve the right to review such 
appointment to ensure that no conflict of interest would arise 
and that the time spent on fulfilling such obligations would not 
affect the respective Director’s contribution to Petra. Any fees 
for such appointments would normally be retained by the 
Director concerned. Currently, none of the Executive Directors 
have any external appointments that affect their contribution 
to Petra. 

The Chairman and iNEDs would also be required to inform the 
Board of any proposed new directorships and a similar review 
process would be undertaken to ensure they can adequately 
fulfil their obligations as Directors of the Company. During the 
Year, there were no significant changes to the Chairman’s 
external commitments and he is considered to have sufficient 
time to fulfil his duties. 

Assessment of Director independence
The Company’s Non-Executive Chairman, Adonis Pouroulis, is 
not considered independent according to corporate governance 
guidelines due to his having served as Chairman since the 
incorporation of the Company in 1997, having acted as Chief 
Executive until 2005, having being granted options under the 
1997 and 2005 Executive Share Option Schemes and being 
eligible to receive benefits of membership from the Group’s 
life insurance scheme. The Company’s iNEDs are of the opinion 
that, whilst not considered to be independent for the reasons 
stated, Mr Pouroulis demonstrated integrity in judgement, 
character and action. Furthermore, his contribution, leadership 
and accumulated experience and track record of building 
natural resource companies justified their recommendation 
that shareholders support his re-election to the Board at the 
Company’s forthcoming Annual General Meeting. 

In accordance with the Code, the Board considers Mr Hamilton, 
Mr Lowrie and Dr Bartlett to be independent. All three iNEDs 
are independent of any relationship listed in the provisions 
of the Code in FY 2014. None of the iNEDs received any fees 
from the Company in FY 2014 other than their contractual 
iNED fees, as set out on pages 85 and 86 of the Directors’ 
Remuneration Report. 

Case study – Director training sessions
The full Board undertook a training session in May 2014 to 
address key areas which were identified as central to their 
ongoing development. This included an update from the 
Company’s auditors, BDO LLP, on corporate governance 
and reporting developments, an update from Deloitte 
Remuneration Services on developments in remuneration 
reporting and the regulatory environment, a session on 
sustainability and emissions reporting and a technical 
seminar on block caving.

Key areas of the new UK Corporate Governance Code that 
were discussed comprised: the enhanced need for explanation 
in the ‘comply or explain’ principle; the enhanced role of the 
Audit Committee report; the requirement for reporting to be 
‘fair, balanced and understandable’ and the Board’s approach 
to this in relation to Petra’s annual report and accounts; 
diversity in the boardroom; and new style audit reports.

The Board was briefed on mandatory emissions reporting 
and discussed the consequences, opportunities and 
challenges involved for Petra. 

Commenting on the technical seminar, led by Dr Bartlett, 
Mr Hamilton noted: “Block caving is at the heart of Petra’s 
ability to maximise value from its major assets and therefore 
it is paramount that we, as a Board, remain fully abreast 
of the topic and continue to be briefed by the technical 
members of our team on such matters.”

In relation to the corporate governance session, Mr Pouroulis, 
said: “As Chairman of the Board, it is vital that I and my other 
Board members are well informed on all corporate governance 
developments and therefore sessions such as these with our 
auditors are invaluable to our ability to ensure that Petra 
maintains the highest possible standards in this regard.”

Chairman of the HSSE Committee, Mr Dippenaar, noted: 
“Petra places significant emphasis on energy efficiency and 
recognises the ever-growing importance of curbing carbon 
emissions. Part of our commitment to this area includes 
progression of our carbon emission reporting to ensure that 
it keeps up with regulations and best practice. Such reporting 
provides transparency and focuses Petra on driving energy 
efficiency as part of cost control.”

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CORPORATE GOVERNANCEWhy our Board is effective continued
Conflicts of interest
Whilst conflicts should be avoided, the Board acknowledges 
that instances arise where this is not always possible. In such 
circumstances, Directors are required to notify the Chairman 
before the conflict arises and the details are recorded in the 
minutes. If a Director notifies the Board of such an interest, 
they may be, if requested by the Chairman, excluded from 
any related discussion and will always be excluded from 
any formal decision.

Director information, training and development needs
Detailed knowledge of the specialist world of diamonds, the 
global mining industry, international capital markets, UK and 
LSE legislation, sub-Saharan Africa (particularly South Africa) 
and Petra’s unique business and operations is crucial to the 
Board’s ability to effectively lead the Company. 

On appointment to the Board, new Directors are provided with 
a full induction to the Company to ensure that they are brought 
up to speed as quickly as practicable. Such an induction would 
typically involve meetings with the Board and various members 
of Senior Management, a full information pack of appropriate 
corporate documents, including the Company’s Annual and 
Sustainability reports, Main Market prospectus, the Bye-Laws 

and Committee Terms of Reference and other key Group policies, 
enabling them to familiarise themselves with the Group and its 
current activities. A site visit to one or more of the Group’s key 
operations would also be arranged as soon as possible, with 
such a visit including presentations on the current operations, 
expansion plans and key ESG considerations.

Existing Board members are provided with ongoing training 
and other professional development opportunities in order to 
ensure that each Director’s knowledge and skill-set remains up 
to date and relevant. Training is arranged as appropriate to suit 
each Director’s individual needs and covers topics such as industry 
developments, governance, technical subjects related to diamond 
mining and ESG matters. The Chairman reviews and agrees 
with each Director their training and development needs. 

The Company’s Corporate Communications team acts as a conduit 
of regular information to the Board and Senior Management, 
providing daily briefings by email on relevant topics, such as 
key diamond industry trends, peer group developments, regulatory 
updates, socio-economic information about Petra’s countries 
of operation, and internal company news.

The Board has access to the advice and services of the Company 
Secretary as required.

Evaluation of the Board’s performance
In FY 2014, the Board undertook its first external 
independent evaluation process, which was facilitated by 
Armstrong Bonham Carter LLP, a consultancy which has 
had no other relationship or engagement with the Company. 
The evaluation exercise was undertaken in May 2014 with 
the facilitator conducting interviews with all the Directors 
following an agreed agenda approved by the Chairman 
and the Senior Independent Director. This covered a review 
of the performance of the Board, the three Board Committees 
and of each Director. 

The facilitator then collated and analysed the results from 
the evaluation exercise and prepared a report on each Director 
summarising the key findings on the individual’s performance, 
as well as a report for the Board, summarising its effectiveness 
as a whole and one for each Committee. 

The Board report and those of the Committees were then 
presented by Armstrong Bonham Carter LLP to the full 
Board and each Director was provided with a copy of their 
individual report in a discussion with the Chairman or the 
Senior Independent Director, as appropriate.

The overall result of the evaluation exercise was that the 
Board was considered to be very effective with few issues 
identified. Recommendations were made on how the Board 
could clarify the development of strategy, formalise the Group’s 
risk appetite and further reinforce employee culture, aligned 
with the Group’s expected continued successful progression.

Senior iNED, Tony Lowrie, commented: “Along with my 
fellow Directors, we all found Petra’s first independent 
Board evaluation process to be extremely useful. We were 
all encouraged to hear Armstrong Bonham Carter’s positive 
feedback and will give attention to the areas identified 
for future focus.”

Shareholder communication 
IR calendar for FY 2014

July

August

September

October

November

FY 2013 trading update – investor/analyst 
conference call

FY 2014 analyst guidance – investor/analyst 
conference call

FY 2013 prelim results – analyst 
presentation/webcast 
Investor roadshow in UK

Annual Report published

AGM 
Q1 FY 2014 Interim Management Statement 
– investor/analyst conference call
Investor roadshow in Canada/US

December

—

January

February

March

April

May

June

H1 FY 2014 trading update - investor/
analyst conference call 
Investor/analyst site visits to Finsch and Cullinan

H1 FY 2014 interim results - analyst 
presentation/webcast; investor roadshow 
in UK; participation in industry investor 
conferences in South Africa and the US

Participation in industry investor conference 
in Canada

Q3 FY 2014 Interim Management Statement 
– investor/analyst conference call
Participation in industry investor conference 
in the UK

Participation in industry investor conference 
in the UK and the US

Participation in industry investor 
conferences in Botswana

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In FY 2014, the Company’s IR team held regular meetings 
with current and potential shareholders. 

Recurrent topics and issues raised by shareholders during 
the Year centred on:

 » Petra’s consistent strategy, team and performance has 
established the Company as a pre-eminent diamond 
investment opportunity;

 » key risks to execution of Petra’s expansion programmes;

 » future growth opportunities/M&A;

 » returns to shareholders: dividends/share buybacks;

 » the diamond market and its prospects;

 » the weakness of the Rand and its impact on Petra’s 

cost base;

 » labour relations and the political climate in South Africa;

 » trading liquidity; and

 » synthetic ‘lab-grown’ diamonds and how these affect 

the market for natural diamonds.

In addition to meeting with portfolio managers from the 
various institutions that own holdings in the Company, 
Petra held several meetings with ESG contacts within said 
institutions. Petra anticipates that such ESG shareholder 
engagement will increase going forward and welcomes 
the opportunity to set out to shareholders how its 
operations are responsibly structured.

The Company hosted four site visits for investors/analysts 
to its two flagship operations, Finsch and Cullinan, and 
ensured that an appropriate mix of Executive Directors 
and Senior Management were available to host the groups 
and answer any queries they had throughout the day. 

Annual General Meeting (“AGM”)
Shareholders are encouraged to participate at all 
shareholder meetings and especially the AGM, ensuring 
that there is a high level of accountability and identification 
with the Group’s strategy and goals. The full Board was 
present at the AGM in November 2013. The Board Committee 
Chairmen were available to answer any questions which 
shareholders may have raised with reference to their activity. 

A summary of the proxy voting for the AGM was made 
available via the London Stock Exchange and on the corporate 
website as soon as reasonably practicable on the same 
day as the meeting.

The Corporate Communications team would be happy to 
hear your views and opinions – contact details can be found 
on page 152.

Corporate Governance Statement
continued

Shareholder communication continued
Strategy
Investor relations (“IR”) is an essential aspect of the Company’s 
corporate communications strategy. The aim of Petra’s IR 
programme is to ensure that the Company’s business model, 
strategy and future prospects are clearly understood by the 
investment community both in the UK and internationally. 

The Company achieves this by operating with a high level of 
transparency with regards to its historical, current and future 
operations, by providing consistent information and messages 
across a number of communication channels and by using clear 
language that aims to demystify the Petra investment story and 
ensure that it is easy to understand for a wide range of audiences.

Petra continues to support an open and transparent dialogue 
with shareholders, which ensures that shareholders’ needs and 
objectives and their views on the Company’s performance are 
understood, as well as demonstrating the high emphasis placed 
on engagement and shareholder value by the Board. 

Petra aims for its website, www.petradiamonds.com, to 
provide comprehensive and transparent information on the 
Company to all stakeholders, including investors looking to 
potentially make an investment decision. As such, the website 
is regularly reviewed and kept up to date with new information. 
It also makes available the Company’s Annual and Sustainability 
Reports to all stakeholders.

IR activity
Petra has a dedicated in-house Corporate Communications team 
based in London to ensure that any investor query or concern is 
responded to and dealt with efficiently and in a timely manner. 
Petra’s Corporate Communications team regularly provides 
feedback to management, as well as to the Board, on shareholder 
and analyst communication, and ensures that analyst research 
notes are circulated as received. A monthly IR report covering 
Petra trading in relation to its peers, an overview of IR activity 
and investor feedback, analyst forecasts and share register 
movements is distributed monthly to the Board and a quarterly 
IR presentation is included for review at Board meetings.

As part of Petra’s proactive investor relations approach, the Chief 
Executive, Finance Director and the Corporate Communications 
Manager commit time to hold regular formal and informal 
meetings in person with the Company’s shareholders, in addition 
to twice yearly roadshows which coincide with the publication of 
Petra’s interim and preliminary financial statements. The Company 
also hosts results webcasts at least twice a year which are broadcast 
live on the Company’s website to ensure that all shareholders 
can participate in the presentation, regardless of their location, 
and these are stored thereafter at www.petradiamonds.com/
investors/financial-reports-and-results.

In addition, the Chairman is available to meet with shareholders 
as required and the NEDs, both as part of the induction process 
and subsequently, are also provided with opportunities to meet 
with shareholders throughout the Year. Petra’s Senior iNEDs are 
available to shareholders to hear concerns that contact with the 
Chairman, Chief Executive or Finance Director failed to resolve, 
or for which such contact was inappropriate.

Petra hosts one formal investor/analyst site visit per year, 
with additional ad hoc visits arranged as required. Such visits 
are considered an essential part of the Company’s IR programme 
as seeing one of the operations in person is the best way for an 
investor/analyst to understand the scope and scale of Petra’s 
assets, as well as the depth of operational management on site 
and the passion of Petra’s people.

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CORPORATE GOVERNANCEPetra Diamonds

petradiamonds.com

@Petra_Diamonds

@PetraDiamondsIR

Reporting
Petra’s objective with regards to external reporting 
(via its Annual Report and Accounts and its accompanying 
Sustainability Report) is to provide a high level of transparency, 
in order to set out a clear picture of the Group’s past 
performance and its potential future prospects. To this 
end Petra has aimed to provide a high level of disclosure, 
particularly across the area of sustainability, having 
produced detailed stand-alone sustainability reports 
for the last six years. 

Petra continues to develop its reporting every year and 
has made meaningful headway in FY 2014, in light of the 
significant changes with regards to UK company reporting 
which have come into effect recently. As with the other 
areas of the business, Petra’s approach to reporting is one 
of progression, as it continually looks to improve on 
past performance.

Launch of social media
The Corporate Communications team continually evaluates 
new methods by which to engage its shareholder base and 
aims towards best practice investor communications for a 
FTSE 250 company. Recognising the growing importance 
of social media both in terms of news dissemination and 
in terms of providing an alternative communications channel 
to stakeholders, Petra made its debut on both Twitter 
and LinkedIn in FY 2014. 

Petra has two Twitter channels: 1) a dedicated IR channel 
from which we only tweet regulatory news announcements 
and 2) a corporate channel that can provide a much wider 
range of information and insight into the Company, from 
general diamond market news to information on corporate 
social responsibility to photos of Company events and other 
non-regulatory news. The aim is to provide shareholders and 
other stakeholders with a window into the world of Petra 
Diamonds and to the diamond industry more generally.

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Members of the Audit Committee

X  Independent Non-Executive Directors

Gordon Hamilton (Chairman, pictured)

Pat Bartlett

Tony Lowrie

Dear Shareholder,
The Group’s Audit Committee (“the Committee”) is tasked with the important job of 
ensuring that the Group has the appropriate risk management and internal control 
systems in place and that its financial, governance and audit functions remain 
appropriate and effective. 

 » Relationship with the external auditors
The Code requires that the Committee provide information 
on its relationship with the external auditors, including an 
assessment of how the Committee engages with the external 
auditors and assess their independence and effectiveness. 
Read more on page 67. 

 » Tender of external audit contract
The continued independence of the external auditors is noted 
as being an important governance focus point and the Code 
now sets out requirements for the external audit contract 
to be tendered at least every ten years. The Committee has 
discussed this matter and recognises the overall aim of ensuring 
continued independence in the external audit function.

I look forward to continue working with my fellow Committee 
members and the Company’s newly appointed Group Risk and 
Internal Audit Manager in FY 2015.

Gordon Hamilton
Audit Committee Chairman
17 October 2014

The Committee also assists the Board in overseeing the Company’s 
financial reporting and audit process. Our responsibility to 
shareholders includes ensuring that, together with the Board, 
the Annual Report and Accounts presents a fair, balanced 
and understandable view of the business, thereby providing 
relevant information with which to evaluate Petra’s past 
performance and future prospects.

The Committee places significant emphasis on remaining 
abreast of all relevant developments in financial reporting and 
related company law and I therefore note below the following 
key regulatory developments applicable for FY 2014:

 » A fair, balanced and understandable 

Annual Report and Accounts

The Financial Reporting Council (“FRC”), through the revised UK 
Corporate Governance Code (September 2012) (“the Code”), has 
introduced new requirements for directors of London Stock 
Exchange listed companies to state that the Annual Report and 
Accounts are considered to be ‘fair, balanced and understandable’. 
Petra has always sought to achieve this in past reports as a 
matter of good practice but additional onus this Year has been 
placed on the Committee, on behalf of the Board, to consider 
the tone, content and clarity of language that is used to give 
readers an informed view of the Company. Read more in 
‘Activities in FY 2014’ on page 64.

 » Consideration of significant issues in relation 
to the preparation of the Financial Statements

The Code now requires that the Committee provide details of 
any significant issues and judgements considered in preparing 
the Financial Statements. We welcome this step, which is 
responding to a market-wide trend in which investors are 
seeking transparent, concise and insightful disclosure regarding 
what an audit committee considers to be the key financial 
reporting risks facing the business and how it acts to protect 
shareholder value. 

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CORPORATE GOVERNANCEFY 2014 was a very productive 
Year for Petra’s Audit Committee, 
with six formal meetings held, 
supported by many other informal 
activities, such as meetings with 
management and the finance 
team, meetings with the external 
auditors and a visit to our 
South African operations.

Gordon Hamilton
Audit Committee Chairman

Committee experience and skill‑set 
The members of the Audit Committee are considered to 
possess the appropriate skills and experience to monitor and 
ensure the integrity of the Group’s financial, governance, internal 
audit, internal control and risk management systems and to 
support Petra’s governance. 

Mr Hamilton, the Chairman of the Committee, fulfils the 
requirements of the Code with regards to recent and relevant 
financial experience, having spent more than 30 years as a 
partner at Deloitte LLP primarily responsible for multinational 
and FTSE 350 listed company audits, in mining and for other 
South African companies. He is currently chairman of the audit 
committees for several other companies. Mr Lowrie brings many 
years of business experience across international banking and 
financial sectors and Dr Bartlett, as an experienced diamond 
geologist, possesses a wealth of sector-specific experience 
relevant to the nature of Petra’s business.

The Committee receives appropriate ongoing training and 
development. In addition to receiving updates from the Group’s 
auditors on relevant financial reporting developments, the Code 
and regulatory developments as part of the audit planning 
process, in FY 2014 the Committee members also participated 
in dedicated training sessions, which included presentations on: 

 » block cave mining techniques;

 » responsibilities of the Committee arising from the Code; and

 » trends, regulatory developments and market sentiment 

regarding corporate and sustainability reporting.

In addition, the Committee may, if considered necessary, take 
independent advice at the expense of the Company. Other than 
BDO LLP as the external auditors, and the external independent 
review of the Committee carried out by Armstrong Bonham Carter 
in May 2014, no other external consultants assisted the 
Committee during FY 2014. 

Committee meetings
In FY 2014, the Committee invited the Group Chairman and 
Executive Directors to attend the meetings as appropriate. 
In addition, the Chairman of the Committee met separately 
with the BDO LLP audit partner on several occasions to discuss 
significant audit and accounting matters, together with relevant 
financial reporting and governance developments. The full 
Committee also met with the audit partner without the 
Executive Directors present during the Year.

The Committee recognises the importance of allocating 
significant time to fulfil its duties effectively. In advance of 
each Committee meeting, a formal agenda and information 
pack is circulated allowing each member time to thoroughly 
review the information and prepare for the Committee meetings. 
During the formal meetings, the members then engage in 
robust and open debate and assessment of relevant matters.

Mr Hamilton, as Chairman of the Committee, allocates a significant 
amount of time to this role. In addition to chairing formal meetings 
of the Committee and attending sessions with the external 
auditors, Mr Hamilton travelled regularly to Johannesburg in 
FY 2014 where he was able to meet with Mr Abery and his 
corporate and financial teams to discuss the activities of the 
Group on a timely basis. These visits, combined with Mr Hamilton 
and Dr Bartlett’s visit to the certain of the Group’s operations, 
assisted the Committee in maintaining a sound understanding 
of the Company’s activities, risks and control environment.

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continued

Committee role and activities
The principal functions of the Audit Committee are listed below, along with the corresponding activity and performance in FY 2014.

Role

Activities in FY 2014

Outcomes 

To monitor the integrity of the 
interim and preliminary results 
announcements, as well as the 
Annual Report and Accounts 
published by the Company, 
reviewing significant financial 
reporting judgements 
contained therein.

The Committee formally considered the Group’s interim results and the Annual 
Report and Accounts and considers that they present a fair, balanced and 
understandable assessment of the Group’s position and prospects. The 
Committee, on behalf of the Board, has established a process of review 
that enables it to make this assessment. 

These processes included a detailed review of the Annual Report and Accounts 
by each member of the Committee. The Committee then met with the Executive 
Directors to discuss their questions and comments. In particular, the Committee 
assessed the balance of information reported against their understanding 
of the Group, as well as the tone and language used in the reporting.

In accordance with the Code, 
the Directors consider that 
the Annual Report and Accounts 
taken as a whole are fair, 
balanced and understandable 
and provides information 
necessary for shareholders 
to assess the Company’s 
performance, business 
model and strategy.

To review and challenge, 
where necessary, accounting 
policies and practices, decisions 
requiring a major element of 
judgement, the clarity of 
disclosures, compliance with 
accounting standards, and 
compliance with regulatory 
and legal requirements.

To ensure that Petra’s risk 
management systems, internal 
financial controls and other 
internal controls are effective.

Outside of formal Committee meetings, accounting matters were also 
discussed by the Chairman of the Committee and the Finance Director and 
his team. Key auditing, financial reporting and governance matters, typically 
focused on areas of significant judgement, estimation or accounting policy 
selection, were discussed with the audit partner ahead of Committee 
meetings and then during the Committee meetings.

As part of its work to approve the Group’s Financial Statements, the Committee 
also reviewed the key financial reporting judgements and accounting policies 
therein. These judgements were assessed through discussions with the Group’s 
auditors and presentations by management in which the Committee challenged 
the basis for such judgements and estimates.

Details of the significant matters considered by the Committee in respect 
of the FY 2014 Annual Report are set out on pages 65 and 66.

The Committee actively reviewed the Group’s disclosures in respect of 
accounting policies such as depreciation, with the focus on providing 
transparent disclosure.

The Committee assesses the Company’s risk management systems and 
internal controls on an ongoing basis. As part of this, the Committee invites the 
Group Chairman and Executive Directors to attend the meetings as appropriate.

During these meetings, the Committee was provided with updates on the 
Group’s activities and the members considered the risk and control implications 
on an ongoing basis. Additionally, the Board as a whole received presentations 
and reports by management on operational and financial performance each 
quarter that allowed for assessment of risk and internal controls.

The Committee meetings during FY 2014 included presentations by BDO LLP 
regarding the results of the FY 2013 audit, the interim review for H1 FY 2014 
and the FY 2014 Audit Committee Planning Report, with a presentation by 
BDO LLP of the results of the FY 2014 audit subsequent to Year end. These 
presentations included the auditors’ observations and recommendations in 
respect of internal controls that the Committee incorporated into its overall 
assessment of the effectiveness of risk management and controls.

To consider the need for 
the Company to create an 
internal audit function and, 
if deemed appropriate, 
recommend the creation of 
such function to the Board, 
ensuring it is adequately 
resourced and effective.

As the Group has expanded and its operations have become more complex in 
recent years, the Committee has continued to assess the need for an internal 
audit function.

During FY 2014, the formation of an internal audit department was approved 
by the Committee and recommended to the Board, in order to further drive 
the Group’s internal control procedures and risk management systems.

A specification was drawn up for the recruitment of a Group Risk and Internal 
Audit Manager and a rigorous candidate search and selection process was 
undertaken, which included the Committee Chairman meeting with the 
Group Risk and Internal Audit Manager prior to his appointment.

The Committee considers 
that the accounting policies 
used are appropriate to 
the Group in all regards, 
including the specialised 
nature of its business. 

The Committee considers 
that Petra’s internal controls 
continue to be robust 
and defensible.

As detailed below, the Group 
has appointed a Group Risk 
and Internal Audit Manager 
since the Year end. A focus for 
FY 2015 for the Committee 
will be ensuring that the 
internal audit function 
develops a robust and 
systematic internal audit 
strategy to further support 
and enhance the Group’s risk 
management and internal 
control systems.

A Group Risk and Internal 
Audit Manager was recruited 
post Year end. During FY 2015, 
the Committee will focus on 
agreeing the terms of 
reference and internal audit 
strategy with this newly 
formed function, which 
will report directly to 
the Committee.

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CORPORATE GOVERNANCERole

Activities in FY 2014

Outcomes 

To consider the appointment, 
re-appointment or removal of 
the external auditors and to 
recommend the remuneration 
and terms of engagement of 
the external auditors to assess 
the external auditors’ 
independence and objectivity.

To review the engagement of 
the external auditors to ensure 
the provision of non-audit 
services by the external audit 
firm does not impair its 
independence or objectivity.

To give due consideration to 
relevant laws and regulations, 
the provisions of the Code and 
the requirements of the UK 
Listing Rules.

To review the adequacy of the 
Company’s whistleblowing 
system, its fraud detection 
procedures and the systems 
and controls in place for 
bribery prevention.

The Committee proposed the re-appointment of BDO LLP to act as auditors 
for FY 2014, having considered the independence, objectivity, tenure and 
effectiveness of BDO LLP and the audit process.

In advance of the FY 2014 audit, the Committee reviewed and approved the 
external auditors’ audit planning presentation and assessed the appropriateness 
of the audit strategy, scoping, materiality and audit risks.

The Committee approved the audit fees as part of the audit planning 
process. The Committee also approved certain non-audit fees during the 
Year, having considered the safeguards implemented by BDO LLP to 
protect audit independence.

Details of the Committee’s assessment of the auditors’ independence 
and its assessment of their effectiveness are provided on page 67.

The Committee received adequate timely information, briefings and training 
on all relevant regulatory updates and developments, as detailed on pages 
58 and 59.

The Committee as a whole and, on occasion, the Chairman of the Committee 
met separately with the BDO LLP audit partner to discuss significant audit, 
accounting and governance developments during the Year.

The Committee has taken 
appropriate steps to assess 
the independence of its 
auditors, recognising the 
importance of audit 
independence to the 
audit process.

The Committee has reviewed 
and gained a thorough 
understanding of the external 
auditors’ strategy and has 
satisfied itself that it was 
robust and that the auditors 
remain independent.

The Committee is satisfied 
that Petra continues to act in 
accordance with the Code and 
all relevant laws, regulations 
and the UK Listing Rules.

The Committee has previously introduced the Group’s Anti-Bribery 
Policy in accordance with the UK Anti-Bribery Act and the Group’s Code 
of Ethical Conduct, both of which are available on the Company’s website at 
www.petradiamonds.com/about-us/corporate-governance/business-ethics.

During FY 2014, there were no 
incidents of malpractice and 
no calls were made to the 
whistleblowing hotline.

In line with best practice, the Company also has a dedicated and independent 
whistleblowing hotline in place to allow employees to confidentially raise any 
concerns they may have about business malpractice.

The Committee will instigate 
a training process on the 
Company’s Anti-Bribery 
Policy and its Code of Ethical 
Conduct in FY 2015.

Committee Terms of Reference
The Committee Terms of Reference remain in line with best practice and can be accessed on the Company’s website at: 
www.petradiamonds.com/about-us/corporate-governance/board-committees.

Significant issues considered by the Audit Committee in FY 2014
The following are considered by the Committee to be the significant issues considered by the Committee in respect of the Group’s 
Financial Statements, based upon its interaction with both management and the external auditors during the Year.

Significant matters considered

Our response to these matters

Carrying value of the Helam and Kimberley Underground mines

The carrying value of the Helam and Kimberley Underground mining 
assets remained a key focus area for the Committee in FY 2014, given 
the historically limited headroom in the LOM models and the sensitivity 
in FY 2013 to diamond prices, foreign exchange rates and production 
growth assumptions.

Whilst the improved diamond prices and favourable exchange rates 
during the Year increased headroom at Kimberley Underground, 
significant judgements remain in forming diamond price, exchange 
rate and production rate growth assumptions, as well as judgements 
regarding future access to ore resources. Details of the impairment 
test assumptions and headroom are set out in note 7.

The Helam mine was subject to a strategic business review in 
Q4 FY 2014 and, as a result, the assets were impaired by US$13.9 million. 
Refer to note 7 for details. The impairment involved application 
of judgement regarding the future prospects of the mine following 
the strategic business review.

The Committee members reviewed the significant assumptions in the 
Kimberley Underground LOM plan that supported the impairment test 
performed by Management. We sought to assure ourselves regarding the 
diamond price forecasts compared to historic pricing levels and market 
forecasts, the foreign exchange rates against current and forward rates 
and the basis for production forecasts and inclusion of additional 
resources in the mine plan. 

In addition, noting the historic volatility in diamond prices and foreign 
exchange rates, we considered management’s sensitivity analysis 
performed on the models. Having considered these factors and 
challenged Management regarding the assumptions, we satisfied 
ourselves that no provision for impairment is necessary and that 
the disclosure in note 7 was appropriate.

Management provided a presentation of the strategic business review 
at Helam. This review indicated that, at current and forecast diamond 
prices, the LOM plan does not support the carrying value of the mine’s 
assets under Petra’s ownership. As such, we considered the impairment 
of the assets to be appropriate as detailed in note 7.

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continued

Significant issues considered by the Audit Committee in FY 2014 continued

Significant matters considered

Our response to these matters

Depreciation policy and its associated judgements and estimates

As detailed in note 14, the Group allocates assets to specific orebody 
zones and depreciates on a unit of production basis. There is significant 
judgement required in determining the allocation of assets to specific 
zones and determining the ore reserves and resources to which they 
relate. In particular, judgement is required when including resources 
for deep level kimberlite pipe mines, such as Finsch and Cullinan, in 
determining appropriate depreciation rates for infrastructure and 
other assets with life beyond the current reserve profile or which 
are utilised over multiple orebody areas. 

The Group’s Finance Director provided the Committee with analysis of 
Petra’s depreciation policy and its application in FY 2014. The Committee 
focused on the basis for including resources over and above those in 
the current LOM plan, noting that these ore tonnes are included in the 
Reserves and Resources Statement. Similarly, we critically assessed the 
extent to which the existing assets, such as shared infrastructure 
(processing plant, shaft, etc.), provided economic benefit over these 
resources. Having challenged management’s judgements, the Committee 
is satisfied that the Group’s policy is appropriate and that the judgements 
and estimates taken by management are appropriate given the nature 
of the mine orebodies and infrastructure.

Capital expenditure, progress on development plans, related controls and areas of estimation

The Group continues to incur substantial capital expenditure as part 
of its development programmes at Finsch, Cullinan and Koffiefontein. 
The controls regarding capital expenditure, progress achieved and 
the associated accounting judgements represent a key focus for the 
Committee, both in terms of risk management and financial reporting.

Financial reporting judgement is required in the classification of assets 
under construction, the allocation of costs between operational and 
capital projects, and capitalisation of specific borrowing costs.

Related party transactions

The Group has a number of related party transactions and the 
Committee is cognisant of the need to ensure potential related party 
transactions are identified timeously and the related party 
transactions are reported in a complete and accurate manner. 

On a quarterly basis, the Committee members received capital project 
reports which provided detailed analysis of the status of each capital 
project, costs incurred against budget and estimated total project cost. 
The Committee members took the opportunity to challenge Management 
regarding cost variances and project variations to assure themselves as to the 
quality of capital project management. Similarly, the Committee members 
also approve the annual budgets and material revisions to such budgets, 
challenging management as to the basis for judgements and decisions.

Management undertook a detailed review of the Group’s assets under 
construction in the Year to ensure that projects are transferred to 
commercial production on a timely basis and depreciated accordingly. 
The Committee was provided with details of this process and assessed 
judgements taken. Similarly, management provided details of judgements 
taken regarding cost allocation and capitalisation which the Committee 
challenged and considered to be appropriate.

The Committee sought to assure itself as to the complete and accurate 
disclosure of related party transactions by making specific inquiry of 
each Board member regarding disclosable interests, assessment of IFRS 
and Listing Rule disclosure requirements and the Group’s controls over 
related parties.

The Committee then reviewed the Group’s disclosure of related party 
transactions in note 28. Having considered the disclosures and made suitable 
inquiries of management, we consider the disclosures to be appropriate.

Each of these areas also represented significant audit risk areas for BDO LLP and, accordingly, we were provided with detailed 
written and oral presentations by the engagement team on each of these matters. On the basis of its work, BDO LLP reported 
to the Committee no inconsistencies or misstatements that were material in the context of the Financial Statements as a whole. 

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CORPORATE GOVERNANCEExternal auditors
BDO LLP have been the Group’s external auditors for nine 
years since the year ended 30 June 2006 (following a formal 
tender). The Company recognises the importance of audit 
independence and, in consideration of the Code and the 
associated FRC transition guidelines, will put the audit out 
to tender when the next partner rotation is due in FY 2018.

Auditors’ remuneration 
US$ million 

FY 2014

FY 2013

Audit services
Audit-related services
Non-audit services

Total

0.8 
0.1
0.5

1.4

0.7
—
—

0.7

1.  Audit fees for the Year ended 30 June 2014 stated above refer to fees for the FY 2013 
audit; audit fees for the year ended 30 June 2013 refer to fees for the FY 2012 audit.

2. Non-audit services refer to corporate finance services and ESG training. 

During the Year, the Committee fully considered the 
effectiveness, objectivity, skills, capacity and independence 
of BDO LLP as part of its re-appointment, considering all 
current ethical guidelines, and was satisfied that all these 
criteria were met. The auditors’ fees were approved as part 
of this process. 

The effectiveness of the external auditors was reviewed 
based on the extent to which the audit strategy was deemed 
to be appropriate for the Group’s activities and addressed the 
risks the business faces. The Committee also made enquiries 
of Management to obtain their feedback on the audit process 
and considered this feedback in its assessment. The Committee 
places considerable importance on the following attributes: 
mining sector experience (given the specialised nature of the 
industry), service levels, value for money and audit quality. 
Each of these areas was considered to be appropriately met 
by the Group’s auditors. 

Non‑audit services
The Committee requires that any non-audit services to be 
performed by BDO LLP are formally approved by the Committee. 
Audit-related services do not require pre-approval and encompass 
actions necessary to perform an audit, including areas such as 
internal control testing procedures; providing comfort letters 
to Management and/or underwriters; and performing 
regulatory audits. 

The provision of any non-audit service requires Committee 
pre-approval and is subject to careful consideration, focused 
on the extent to which provision of such non-audit service 
may impact the independence or perceived independence of 
the auditors. The auditors are required to provide details of 
their assessment of the independence considerations, as well 
as measures available to guard against independence threats 
and to safeguard the audit independence. 

During the Year, BDO LLP provided corporate finance advice 
and training related to environmental, social and governance 
(“ESG”) matters. In approving these non-audit services, the 
Audit Committee considered the auditors’ independence to 
be appropriately safeguarded, given a variety of factors. 

Whilst it is noted that the corporate finance fees represented 
approximately 62% of the audit fees, the corporate finance 
advice was non-recurring in nature and it was delivered by a 
separate engagement team to safeguard audit independence. 
The ESG training was delivered by a separate engagement 
team and the fees were insignificant relative to the audit fee. 
In each instance, the non-audit services and fees were 
pre-approved by the Committee. 

Internal controls (including the system of 
internal financial controls) and risk management
The Board is responsible for the Group’s system of internal 
control (including the system of internal financial control) and 
for reviewing its effectiveness. Such a system can only provide 
reasonable and not absolute assurance against material 
misstatement or loss, as it is designed to manage rather than 
eliminate those risks that may affect the Company in achieving 
its business objectives. The Code requires that the effectiveness 
of the system of internal control be reviewed by the Directors, 
at least annually, including financial, operational and 
risk management.

In FY 2015, the Committee will work with the newly appointed 
Group Risk and Internal Audit Manager to agree the detailed 
scope and FY 2015 work programmes for internal audit, the 
recruitment of an appropriately resourced and experienced 
internal audit team, as well as a review of the Group Risk 
Registers to ensure the approach to risk and internal audit 
management addresses the appropriate areas.

Systems of internal control and internal financial control
The Committee regularly reviews the adequacy and 
effectiveness of the Group’s internal control and internal 
financial control procedures and risk management systems 
through regular reports from the Group’s finance, operations 
and corporate teams, and through consideration of the external 
auditors’ Audit Committee reports and face to face discussion 
between the audit partner and the Audit Committee 
Chairman and Committee members.

In FY 2014, no material weaknesses in internal control and 
internal financial control systems were identified. Whilst 
being satisfied that controls and risk management remain 
appropriate for the Group’s activities, the Committee continues 
to undertake a thorough review and to challenge internal 
controls, risk management procedures, internal audit resourcing 
and strategy to ensure that its practices develop and remain 
appropriate. When internal control reviews identified necessary 
or beneficial improvements, appropriate steps have been 
taken to ensure the control environment is effective.

Consideration of going concern 
Following a review of the Group’s financial position and forecasts, 
the Directors have concluded, having taken into account key 
assumptions including (but not limited to) production levels, 
diamond price and exchange rate sensitivities, flexibility around 
capital expansion expenditure and debt facility headroom, 
that sufficient financial resources will be available to meet 
the Group’s current and foreseeable cashflow requirements 
for a period of at least 12 months from the date of this report. 
On this basis, they consider it appropriate to prepare the 
Financial Statements on a going concern basis.

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Identifying and mitigating risk 
Risk management is the overall responsibility of the Board at Petra, but the Board Committees also play important roles in terms 
of the identification, management and ongoing mitigation of risks within their realm of responsibility. The Board and its Committees 
have identified the following as being the principal external, operational, strategic and HSSE risks (in no order of priority).

Risk

Risk change

Description and impact

Mitigation

FY 2014 risk management 

and developments

Strategic 

objectives

KPIs

Responsibility

Read more

External risks

Rough diamond 
prices

Long term

Currency

Long term

Country 
and political

Long term

Operational risks

Safety

Long term

Mining and 
production

Long term

ROM grade 
volatility

Short term

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Whilst the medium to long-term 
fundamentals of the diamond market 
remain intact, with demand forecast 
to significantly outpace supply, some 
volatility in rough diamond pricing is 
always possible.

The Group’s management closely 
monitors developments in the international 
diamond market (across the pipeline from 
the rough market to the retail consumer 
market) to be in a position to react in a 
timely manner to changes in rough 
diamond prices and demand.

With Petra’s operations mainly in South 
Africa, but diamond sales based in US 
Dollars, the volatility and movement in 
the Rand is a significant factor to the 
Group. Also, the Group undertakes 
transactions in a number of different 
currencies. Fluctuations in these currencies 
may have a significant impact on the 
Group’s performance.

The Group continually monitors the 
movement of the Rand against the 
Dollar and takes expert advice from its 
bankers in this regard. It is the Group’s 
policy to hedge a portion of future 
diamond sales when weakness in the 
Rand indicates it appropriate. Such 
contracts are generally short term 
in nature.

Petra’s operations are predominantly 
based in South Africa, with lesser exposure 
to Tanzania and Botswana. Emerging 
market economies are generally subject 
to greater risks, including legal, regulatory, 
economic and political risks, and are 
potentially subject to rapid change.

The Petra team is highly experienced 
at operating in Africa. Petra routinely 
monitors political and regulatory 
developments in its countries of 
operation at both regional and local 
level. The Company keeps abreast of all 
key legal and regulatory developments.

Ensuring the safety of all Petra people 
is the Group’s number one priority. 
Poor safety performance can also lead 
to temporary mine closures, thereby 
impacting production results.

The mining of diamonds from underground 
kimberlite deposits involves an intrinsic 
degree of risk from various factors, 
including geological, geotechnical and 
seismic factors, industrial and mechanical 
accidents, unscheduled plant shutdowns, 
technical failures, ground or water 
conditions and inclement or hazardous 
weather conditions.

At the Group’s underground pipe mines 
(Finsch, Cullinan, Koffiefontein, Kimberley 
Underground), Petra is currently operating 
in ‘mature’ caves, meaning that the block 
of ore being mined has nearly been 
exhausted and that the area is nearing 
the end of its life. Once the majority of 
the kimberlite ore has been removed, 
waste rock is able to ingress into the 
production areas and dilutes the overall 
diamond grade.

Underground cave mining (both block 
caving and sub level caving) is inherently 
a safe and highly mechanised mining 
process. However, as with all heavy 
industries, accidents can occur so 
embedding a culture of strict procedures 
and safety awareness is key. HSSE 
targets are explicitly included as part 
of Petra’s annual bonus framework.

All of Petra’s existing kimberlite 
operations have long histories of 
production and therefore the geology 
and economics of each mine are well 
understood. Petra’s work to expand the 
lives of its assets is classed as ‘brownfields’ 
expansions, meaning that the knowledge 
of the deposits allows management to 
eliminate much of the risk associated 
with developing a new diamond mine. 

The objective of Petra’s development 
programmes is to take the next ‘cut’ of 
the respective orebody, by opening up 
and establishing new production areas 
in deeper areas of undiluted kimberlite. 
The Group production profile will start 
changing from diluted to undiluted ore 
from FY 2015 onwards, and ROM grades are 
forecast to rise circa 50% once mainly 
undiluted ore is being mined by FY 2019.

The market for rough diamonds 

strengthened over the course of the 

Year, with rough diamond pricing 

achieved by Petra up on average 10%, 

thereby assisting Company revenues.

Significant ZAR/US$ volatility resulted 

in active currency management being 

particularly important to address 

exchange rate risks. The Company 

took advice from two specialist banks 

in order to advise on exchange 

rate strategy. 

Revenue; 

Profitability

Executive 

Directors

Our market – pages 13 

to 17

Revenue; 

Profitability

Executive 

Directors

Financial Statements, 

note 25 – page 127

There were no country events or changes 

to regulatory regimes that materially 

affected the Company.

Production; 

Executive 

—

Local 

employment; 

CSI expenditure

Directors; HSSE 

Committee

While Petra’s overall safety performance 

improved in FY 2014, a fatality was 

recorded further to an accident at an 

electricity substation at Cullinan.

Production; 

LTIFR; FIFR

HSSE 

Committee; 

Remuneration 

Committee

Safety – pages 48 and 49

DRR – page 81

Production; 

LTIFR; FIFR

Executive 

Operational Review – 

Directors; HSSE 

pages 30 to 41

Committee

Production; 

Revenue; 

Profitability

Executive 

Directors

Moving into undiluted 

ore – pages 30 and 31

The Group’s management team is 

comprised of key personnel with a 

substantial and specialised knowledge of 

kimberlite mining and diamond recovery, 

and this skills base enables the Company 

to manage mining and production risks.

Mitigation of the risk at Finsch 

was assisted by the plant changes 

(lowering the cut-off), which served to 

significantly increase the mine’s ROM 

grade. At Cullinan, the ROM grade was 

slightly lower than guidance for FY 2014. 

Petra is managing the volatility in ROM 

grade at Cullinan by accessing undiluted 

‘gapfiller’ tonnes which can be drawn 

whilst the expansion plans progress 

to open up access to undiluted ore.

CORPORATE GOVERNANCERisk

Risk change

Description and impact

Mitigation

FY 2014 risk management 
and developments

Strategic 
objectives

KPIs

Responsibility

Read more

Increase output

Drive efficiencies

Optimise recoveries

Work responsibly

External risks

Rough diamond 

prices

Long term

Currency

Long term

Country 

and political

Long term

Operational risks

Safety

Long term

Mining and 

production

Long term

ROM grade 

volatility

Short term

Whilst the medium to long-term 

fundamentals of the diamond market 

remain intact, with demand forecast 

to significantly outpace supply, some 

volatility in rough diamond pricing is 

always possible.

The Group’s management closely 

monitors developments in the international 

diamond market (across the pipeline from 

the rough market to the retail consumer 

market) to be in a position to react in a 

timely manner to changes in rough 

diamond prices and demand.

With Petra’s operations mainly in South 

The Group continually monitors the 

Africa, but diamond sales based in US 

movement of the Rand against the 

Dollars, the volatility and movement in 

Dollar and takes expert advice from its 

the Rand is a significant factor to the 

bankers in this regard. It is the Group’s 

Group. Also, the Group undertakes 

transactions in a number of different 

policy to hedge a portion of future 

diamond sales when weakness in the 

currencies. Fluctuations in these currencies 

Rand indicates it appropriate. Such 

may have a significant impact on the 

contracts are generally short term 

Group’s performance.

in nature.

Petra’s operations are predominantly 

The Petra team is highly experienced 

based in South Africa, with lesser exposure 

at operating in Africa. Petra routinely 

to Tanzania and Botswana. Emerging 

monitors political and regulatory 

market economies are generally subject 

developments in its countries of 

to greater risks, including legal, regulatory, 

operation at both regional and local 

economic and political risks, and are 

potentially subject to rapid change.

level. The Company keeps abreast of all 

key legal and regulatory developments.

Ensuring the safety of all Petra people 

Underground cave mining (both block 

is the Group’s number one priority. 

caving and sub level caving) is inherently 

Poor safety performance can also lead 

a safe and highly mechanised mining 

to temporary mine closures, thereby 

impacting production results.

process. However, as with all heavy 

industries, accidents can occur so 

embedding a culture of strict procedures 

and safety awareness is key. HSSE 

targets are explicitly included as part 

of Petra’s annual bonus framework.

The mining of diamonds from underground 

All of Petra’s existing kimberlite 

kimberlite deposits involves an intrinsic 

operations have long histories of 

degree of risk from various factors, 

including geological, geotechnical and 

production and therefore the geology 

and economics of each mine are well 

seismic factors, industrial and mechanical 

understood. Petra’s work to expand the 

accidents, unscheduled plant shutdowns, 

lives of its assets is classed as ‘brownfields’ 

technical failures, ground or water 

expansions, meaning that the knowledge 

conditions and inclement or hazardous 

of the deposits allows management to 

weather conditions.

eliminate much of the risk associated 

with developing a new diamond mine. 

At the Group’s underground pipe mines 

The objective of Petra’s development 

(Finsch, Cullinan, Koffiefontein, Kimberley 

programmes is to take the next ‘cut’ of 

Underground), Petra is currently operating 

the respective orebody, by opening up 

in ‘mature’ caves, meaning that the block 

and establishing new production areas 

of ore being mined has nearly been 

exhausted and that the area is nearing 

the end of its life. Once the majority of 

the kimberlite ore has been removed, 

waste rock is able to ingress into the 

in deeper areas of undiluted kimberlite. 

The Group production profile will start 

changing from diluted to undiluted ore 

from FY 2015 onwards, and ROM grades are 

forecast to rise circa 50% once mainly 

production areas and dilutes the overall 

undiluted ore is being mined by FY 2019.

diamond grade.

The market for rough diamonds 
strengthened over the course of the 
Year, with rough diamond pricing 
achieved by Petra up on average 10%, 
thereby assisting Company revenues.

Significant ZAR/US$ volatility resulted 
in active currency management being 
particularly important to address 
exchange rate risks. The Company 
took advice from two specialist banks 
in order to advise on exchange 
rate strategy. 

Revenue; 
Profitability

Executive 
Directors

Our market – pages 13 
to 17

Revenue; 
Profitability

Executive 
Directors

Financial Statements, 
note 25 – page 127

There were no country events or changes 
to regulatory regimes that materially 
affected the Company.

Production; 
Local 
employment; 
CSI expenditure

Executive 
Directors; HSSE 
Committee

—

While Petra’s overall safety performance 
improved in FY 2014, a fatality was 
recorded further to an accident at an 
electricity substation at Cullinan.

Production; 
LTIFR; FIFR

HSSE 
Committee; 
Remuneration 
Committee

Safety – pages 48 and 49

DRR – page 81

The Group’s management team is 
comprised of key personnel with a 
substantial and specialised knowledge of 
kimberlite mining and diamond recovery, 
and this skills base enables the Company 
to manage mining and production risks.

Mitigation of the risk at Finsch 
was assisted by the plant changes 
(lowering the cut-off), which served to 
significantly increase the mine’s ROM 
grade. At Cullinan, the ROM grade was 
slightly lower than guidance for FY 2014. 
Petra is managing the volatility in ROM 
grade at Cullinan by accessing undiluted 
‘gapfiller’ tonnes which can be drawn 
whilst the expansion plans progress 
to open up access to undiluted ore.

Production; 
LTIFR; FIFR

Executive 
Directors; HSSE 
Committee

Operational Review – 
pages 30 to 41

Production; 
Revenue; 
Profitability

Executive 
Directors

Moving into undiluted 
ore – pages 30 and 31

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continued

Risk

Risk change

Description and impact

Mitigation

FY 2014 risk management 

and developments

Strategic 

objectives

KPIs

Responsibility

Read more

Operational risks continued

Expansion and 
project delivery

Medium term

Labour relations

Short to 
medium term

Strategic risks

Financing

Medium term

Cost control and 
capital discipline

Long term

Petra has set out a clear and transparent 
growth profile to increase annual production 
to circa 5 million carats by FY 2019. Actual 
production may vary from estimates of 
future production for a variety of reasons 
and it should be noted that long-term 
assumptions may be subject to change 
as the Company continually evaluates 
its projects to optimise efficiency and 
production profitability.

The Group’s production, and to a lesser 
extent its project development activities, 
is dependent on a stable and productive 
labour workforce. Petra remains highly 
focused on managing labour relations 
and on maintaining open and effective 
communication channels with the 
appropriate employee and union 
representatives at its operations.

Petra has an enviable track record in the 
management of underground diamond 
operations. The Group has established 
procedures to control, monitor and 
manage the roll-out of its development 
plans. Petra’s diversified portfolio of 
operating mines provides flexibility in 
terms of overall portfolio performance. 
Expansion project targets are explicitly 
included as part of Petra’s annual bonus 
framework and long-term share awards.

Petra remains focused on managing 
labour relations and on maintaining open 
and effective communication channels 
with its employees, the appropriate union 
representatives at its operations; and 
local communities. Post Year end, Petra 
reached a three-year wage agreement 
with the National Union of Mineworkers.

Petra has a significant Capex programme 
over the years to FY 2019. The Company 
plans to continue to finance this Capex 
from operating cashflows and debt finance. 
Lack of adequate available cashflows 
could delay development work.

Whilst management prepares detailed 
plans, actual Capex may differ from 
estimates. In order to mitigate this, Capex 
requires a tiered level of approval and 
variances to Capex plans are monitored 
on a timely basis. The Company continually 
reviews its cashflow planning to ensure 
that Capex plans are adequately financed.

Petra’s main cost inputs are labour and 
energy, both of which have been rising 
above official inflation rates in South 
Africa and Tanzania.

Ineffective cost control leads to reduced 
margins and profitability.

Given the relatively high fixed-cost nature 
of Petra’s operations (circa 70%), the 
Company’s strategy to increase tonnage 
throughput at each operation will assist 
in controlling cost per tonne on a unit basis. 
The Company’s expansion plans also include 
initiatives to streamline ore-handling and 
plant processes, thereby driving efficiencies.

Profit and cost measures form part 
of Petra’s annual bonus framework.

Petra believes that employees who are 
empowered and accountable for their 
actions work to the best of their ability 
and are able to fulfil their true potential. 
The Group’s employment policies and 
terms are likewise designed to attract, 
incentivise and retain individuals 
of the right calibre.

Retention of key 
personnel

Long term

The successful achievement of the 
Group’s strategies, business plans and 
objectives depends upon its ability to 
attract and retain certain key personnel.

Regulatory 
compliance

Long term

In order to maintain its exploration or 
mining licences, Petra must comply with 
stringent legislation to justify its licence 
to operate. Failure to comply with relevant 
legislation in South Africa, Tanzania or 
Botswana could lead to delays or suspension 
of its mining and exploration activities.

Petra’s approach is to go ‘beyond 
compliance’ in terms of meeting its 
health and safety, social, environmental 
and local community obligations, by 
adopting a holistic approach with the 
true long-term sustainability of each 
operation in mind.

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Petra’s growth plan continued to 

progress well in FY 2014, with all 

expansion programmes on track 

and on budget.

Production; 

Executive 

Operational Review –

Revenue; Capex

Directors; Audit 

pages 30 to 41

Committee; 

Remuneration 

Committee

Report of the Audit 

Committee – pages 62 

to 67

DRR – pages 74 to 90

Cullinan, Koffiefontein, Kimberley 

Underground and Helam were affected 

by work stoppages during August/

September 2013. However, the Company 

was able to maintain around a 60% level 

of normal production during this time 

and was able to reach a satisfactory 

resolution to the industrial action after 

an approximately two week period.

Petra’s Capex for FY 2014 was well 

controlled and was in accordance with 

the roll-out of the Group’s expansion 

programmes. The Company actively 

monitors the terms of its debt financing 

arrangements to ensure that it remains 

well within the various covenants and 

ratios within these agreements.

Operating costs were well controlled 

in FY 2014 despite inflationary pressures.

Corporate overhead decreased in US Dollar 

terms in FY 2014, a good achievement 

considering the continued growth 

of the Company.

Petra’s clear strategy and continued 

achievement of its objectives help to 

propagate a positive company culture, 

in which employees feel they can directly 

contribute to the Company’s success.

The Company’s remuneration strategy 

is designed to reward management for 

delivery against the Company’s long-term 

objectives, as well as retain key 

management for the longer term.

Petra continually stays abreast of 

developments and changes in the laws 

and regulations of all of the countries in 

which it operates. Petra is also involved, 

where appropriate, in industry or sector 

consultation prior to such changes being 

introduced. Petra has systems to ensure 

it meets all the requirements of its 

mining rights and related matters.

Production

Executive 

Directors

—

Production; 

Revenue; 

Profitability; 

TSR

Executive 

Directors

Financial Review – 

pages 26 to 29

Profitability

Executive 

Directors; 

Remuneration 

Committee

Financial Review – 

pages 26 to 29

Production; 

Revenue; 

Profitability; 

Staff turnover

Remuneration 

DRR – pages 74 to 90

Committee

Our People – page 49

Audit 

Committee; 

HSSE 

Committee

Sustainability – 

pages 48 to 51

Production; 

Revenue; 

Profitability; 

CSI; Training 

spend; Local 

employment; 

Diversity

CORPORATE GOVERNANCERisk

Risk change

Description and impact

Mitigation

FY 2014 risk management 
and developments

Strategic 
objectives

KPIs

Responsibility

Read more

Operational risks continued

Expansion and 

project delivery

Medium term

Labour relations

Short to 

medium term

Strategic risks

Financing

Medium term

Cost control and 

capital discipline

Long term

Petra has set out a clear and transparent 

Petra has an enviable track record in the 

growth profile to increase annual production 

management of underground diamond 

to circa 5 million carats by FY 2019. Actual 

operations. The Group has established 

production may vary from estimates of 

procedures to control, monitor and 

future production for a variety of reasons 

manage the roll-out of its development 

and it should be noted that long-term 

plans. Petra’s diversified portfolio of 

assumptions may be subject to change 

operating mines provides flexibility in 

as the Company continually evaluates 

its projects to optimise efficiency and 

production profitability.

terms of overall portfolio performance. 

Expansion project targets are explicitly 

included as part of Petra’s annual bonus 

framework and long-term share awards.

The Group’s production, and to a lesser 

Petra remains focused on managing 

extent its project development activities, 

labour relations and on maintaining open 

is dependent on a stable and productive 

and effective communication channels 

labour workforce. Petra remains highly 

with its employees, the appropriate union 

focused on managing labour relations 

representatives at its operations; and 

and on maintaining open and effective 

local communities. Post Year end, Petra 

communication channels with the 

appropriate employee and union 

representatives at its operations.

reached a three-year wage agreement 

with the National Union of Mineworkers.

Petra has a significant Capex programme 

Whilst management prepares detailed 

over the years to FY 2019. The Company 

plans, actual Capex may differ from 

plans to continue to finance this Capex 

estimates. In order to mitigate this, Capex 

from operating cashflows and debt finance. 

requires a tiered level of approval and 

Lack of adequate available cashflows 

could delay development work.

variances to Capex plans are monitored 

on a timely basis. The Company continually 

reviews its cashflow planning to ensure 

that Capex plans are adequately financed.

Petra’s main cost inputs are labour and 

energy, both of which have been rising 

above official inflation rates in South 

Africa and Tanzania.

Ineffective cost control leads to reduced 

margins and profitability.

Given the relatively high fixed-cost nature 

of Petra’s operations (circa 70%), the 

Company’s strategy to increase tonnage 

throughput at each operation will assist 

in controlling cost per tonne on a unit basis. 

The Company’s expansion plans also include 

initiatives to streamline ore-handling and 

plant processes, thereby driving efficiencies.

Profit and cost measures form part 

of Petra’s annual bonus framework.

Retention of key 

personnel

Long term

The successful achievement of the 

Group’s strategies, business plans and 

objectives depends upon its ability to 

Petra believes that employees who are 

empowered and accountable for their 

actions work to the best of their ability 

attract and retain certain key personnel.

and are able to fulfil their true potential. 

The Group’s employment policies and 

terms are likewise designed to attract, 

incentivise and retain individuals 

of the right calibre.

Regulatory 

compliance

Long term

In order to maintain its exploration or 

Petra’s approach is to go ‘beyond 

mining licences, Petra must comply with 

compliance’ in terms of meeting its 

stringent legislation to justify its licence 

health and safety, social, environmental 

to operate. Failure to comply with relevant 

and local community obligations, by 

legislation in South Africa, Tanzania or 

adopting a holistic approach with the 

Botswana could lead to delays or suspension 

true long-term sustainability of each 

of its mining and exploration activities.

operation in mind.

Petra’s growth plan continued to 
progress well in FY 2014, with all 
expansion programmes on track 
and on budget.

Production; 
Revenue; Capex

Executive 
Directors; Audit 
Committee; 
Remuneration 
Committee

Operational Review –
pages 30 to 41

Report of the Audit 
Committee – pages 62 
to 67

DRR – pages 74 to 90

Cullinan, Koffiefontein, Kimberley 
Underground and Helam were affected 
by work stoppages during August/
September 2013. However, the Company 
was able to maintain around a 60% level 
of normal production during this time 
and was able to reach a satisfactory 
resolution to the industrial action after 
an approximately two week period.

Petra’s Capex for FY 2014 was well 
controlled and was in accordance with 
the roll-out of the Group’s expansion 
programmes. The Company actively 
monitors the terms of its debt financing 
arrangements to ensure that it remains 
well within the various covenants and 
ratios within these agreements.

Operating costs were well controlled 
in FY 2014 despite inflationary pressures.

Corporate overhead decreased in US Dollar 
terms in FY 2014, a good achievement 
considering the continued growth 
of the Company.

Petra’s clear strategy and continued 
achievement of its objectives help to 
propagate a positive company culture, 
in which employees feel they can directly 
contribute to the Company’s success.

The Company’s remuneration strategy 
is designed to reward management for 
delivery against the Company’s long-term 
objectives, as well as retain key 
management for the longer term.

Petra continually stays abreast of 
developments and changes in the laws 
and regulations of all of the countries in 
which it operates. Petra is also involved, 
where appropriate, in industry or sector 
consultation prior to such changes being 
introduced. Petra has systems to ensure 
it meets all the requirements of its 
mining rights and related matters.

Production

Executive 
Directors

—

Production; 
Revenue; 
Profitability; 
TSR

Executive 
Directors

Financial Review – 
pages 26 to 29

Profitability

Executive 
Directors; 
Remuneration 
Committee

Financial Review – 
pages 26 to 29

Production; 
Revenue; 
Profitability; 
Staff turnover

Remuneration 
Committee

DRR – pages 74 to 90

Our People – page 49

Audit 
Committee; 
HSSE 
Committee

Sustainability – 
pages 48 to 51

Production; 
Revenue; 
Profitability; 
CSI; Training 
spend; Local 
employment; 
Diversity

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Membership of the Nomination Committee

X  Non-Executive Chairman

X  Independent Non-Executive Directors

Adonis Pouroulis (Chairman, pictured)

Pat Bartlett

Gordon Hamilton

Tony Lowrie

Nomination Committee role and activities
The principal functions of the Nomination Committee are listed below, along with the corresponding activity and performance 
in FY 2014.

Role

Activities in FY 2014

Outcomes 

To review the structure, size and 
composition of the Board (including 
appropriate skills, knowledge, experience 
and diversity), and to make recommendations 
to the Board with regards to any changes.

Oversaw the independent Board performance 
evaluation exercise.

Identified the need to enhance Board diversity 
and agreed to a Group Diversity Policy.

The overall result of the evaluation exercise 
was that the Board was considered to be very 
effective with a few areas for improvement 
identified. See page 59.

Steps will be taken to address Board 
diversity in FY 2015.

To identify, nominate and recommend, 
for the approval of the Board, appropriate 
candidates to fill Board and Committee 
vacancies as and when they arise.

To satisfy itself, with regards to succession 
planning, that plans are in place with 
regards to both Board and Senior 
Management positions.

To recommend to the Board the re-election 
by shareholders at the AGM of any Director 
under the retirement and re-election 
provisions of the Company’s Bye-Laws.

Identified the need to appoint an additional 
independent NED to further strengthen Board 
and Committee independence.

A specification for this role has been 
developed by the Nomination Committee 
and a search is well advanced.

Succession planning was discussed during the Year, 
and it was agreed that more focus should be 
applied to this area.

Succession planning will be a key area 
of focus for FY 2015.

The Company’s first independent Board evaluation 
exercise took place in FY 2014.

Each Director was considered to remain 
effective and thereby was proposed by 
the Committee for re-election to the Board 
at the forthcoming AGM.

The Nomination Committee’s Terms of Reference can be accessed on the Company’s website 
at www.petradiamonds.com/about-us/corporate-governance/board-committees. 

Diversity
Petra understands that diversity is important to the effective 
functioning of a Board. The Petra Board is considered to have 
a broad and highly relevant skill-set; however the Company’s 
Nomination Committee is continually evaluating its composition, 
bearing in mind a range of factors, including diversity.

The Board welcomed the 2011 Davies Report, which has done 
much to encourage transformation in business by attracting 
attention to the importance of gender diversity. Given the clear 
business case for gender diversity at all levels of the organisation, 
Petra is actively seeking to improve the diversity of its Board, 
which currently does not include any female directors. 

During FY 2014, the Nomination Committee (and subsequently 
the Board) formalised the Group’s policy concerning boardroom 
diversity. It was agreed that the Petra Board will continue to 
make appointments based on merit, taking into account the 
specialist skill-set which is required for its business specifically 
and taking into account diversity. To specifically address gender 
diversity in the short term, and with this policy in mind, the 
Nomination Committee has a target to appoint a female candidate 
to the Board (and to the Audit Committee) in FY 2015.

Gender diversity across Petra
Men

Women

FY 2014

Number

% Number

Board (including NEDs)

Senior Management

Management

Employees

Total

7

30

170

3,731

3,938

100

97

81

84

84

—

1

41

687

729

%

—

3

19

16

14

Petra is committed to encouraging women in mining and has 
a number of initiatives which focus on developing women into 
managerial positions. Since its inception, the Company’s 
Leadership Development Programme has focused on the 
advancement of women and 48% of the candidates currently 
on the programme are women. Furthermore, 42% of the 
Company’s interns are women, while 64% of the Company’s 
scholarship positions are filled by girls from local schools.

Read more about how Petra encourages diversity throughout 
the Group on page 51.

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Membership of the HSSE Committee

X  Chief Executive

Johan Dippenaar (Chairman, pictured)

X  Senior Management

Group Operations Manager – Koos Visser

Head of Mining Operations – Teon Swanepoel

Group Support Manager – Egbert Klapwijk

Group Legal Services Manager – Craig Kraus

Group HSEQ Manager – Charl Barnard

HSSE Committee role and activities
The principal functions of the HSSE Committee are listed below, along with the corresponding activity and performance in FY 2014.

Role

Activities in FY 2014

Outcomes 

To evaluate the effectiveness of 
the Group’s policies and systems for 
identifying and managing health, safety, 
social and environmental risks within 
the Group’s operations.

In line with the Company’s growth, a revised HSSE 
management framework for the HSSE Committee 
was finalised and presented to the Board.

To assess the policies and systems within 
the Group for ensuring compliance with 
applicable legal and regulatory requirements 
with respect to health, safety, social 
and environmental aspects.

The HSSE Committee received regular reports with 
regards to Group compliance. Areas that required 
additional attention were given due focus.

A Group Water Management Plan and Strategy 
was finalised and approved.

Approval of the revised HSSE 
management framework. 

Appointment of a Group HSEQ Manager to 
further unify Group systems and strategies.

Reports to the Board on levels 
of compliance as appropriate.

Focus on risk assessment and strategies 
for mitigation.

Updates to the Group Code 
of Ethical Conduct.

To assess the performance of the Group 
with regards to the impact of health, 
safety, social and environmental decisions 
and actions upon employees, communities 
and other stakeholders.

To review Management’s investigation 
of all fatalities and serious accidents 
within the Group and actions taken by 
management as a result of such fatalities 
and serious accidents.

To evaluate the quality and integrity of 
any reporting to external stakeholders 
concerning health, safety, social and 
environmental aspects.

Monitoring of HSSE performance and reporting 
to the Board on any material issues.

The Board was kept regularly informed 
of the Group’s HSSE performance.

Review of top causes of accidents/risks/incidents 
across the HSSE spectrum.

Core focus areas were safety awareness 
campaigns, environmental awareness, 
labour relations initiatives and strengthening 
of stakeholder engagement processes.

Full investigation into the accident at Cullinan, 
which resulted in the passing away of one employee 
and the injuring of two other employees 
in January 2014. 

The Board was briefed.

Lessons learnt were shared 
with all Group operations.

Review of international guidelines 
and best practice in respect of Petra’s 
sustainability reporting.

Review of the Group’s disclosure gaps further 
to GRI indicators and sustainability/governance 
ratings agencies requirements.

Training on the new reporting regulations for UK 
companies, with regards to human rights, diversity 
and GHG emissions.

Additional disclosure was provided to 
the following independent sustainability 
bodies: CDP, EIRIS, FTSE4Good.

Strategy put in place with regards 
to progression of the Group’s annual 
sustainability reporting, including 
development of GHG emissions reporting.

To review the Group’s performance 
indicators in connection with health, safety, 
social and environmental aspects.

Review and discussion of the Group’s 
ongoing performance across its key HSSE 
performance indicators.

Where performance was not in line with 
expectations, focus was given to areas 
for improvement.

Additional HSSE activity details are contained in the Company’s annual Sustainability Report, which can be sourced 
on the Company’s website at www.petradiamonds.com/sustainability. 

The HSSE Committee’s Terms of Reference can be accessed on the Company’s website at 
www.petradiamonds.com/about-us/corporate-governance/board-committees.

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Letter from the Chairman

Membership of the Remuneration Committee

X  Non-Executive Chairman

X  Independent Non-Executive Directors

Gordon Hamilton (Chairman, pictured)

Pat Bartlett

Tony Lowrie

Dear Shareholder,
I am pleased to present the Directors’ Remuneration Report for FY 2014. Petra is 
a leading diamond mining group that offers shareholders an exceptional growth and 
value proposition. The Remuneration Committee’s (“the Committee”) objective is to operate 
a remuneration policy that reinforces the Company’s ambitious growth strategy.

Petra is a unique organisation and the industry in which it 
operates requires specialist skills and experience. The Committee 
is aware of the need to consider the levels of executive 
compensation against this specific background.

Directors’ Remuneration Report
Following the introduction of new UK regulations, this Year 
shareholders will be asked to vote separately on our remuneration 
policy and our annual remuneration report. Petra has chosen to 
comply with the new disclosure regulations notwithstanding 
that it is not a UK company, and therefore our Policy Report 
and Annual Remuneration Report will be subject to an advisory 
vote at the forthcoming AGM on 27 November 2014.

Remuneration framework
The Group’s remuneration policies are weighted towards 
performance-related pay and the Committee is of the view 
that they support the objectives of Petra and its shareholders. 
We have made no significant changes to the remuneration 
framework for Executive Directors during the course of the Year. 

We reviewed the performance measures for the PSP and 
determined that going forward these should be rebalanced in 
order to better support the objectives of Petra as the Company 
develops. For awards made in FY 2014 onwards we will continue 
to base 50% of the awards on TSR performance. However we 
have rebalanced the remaining portion of the award away from 
carat production and towards stretching project delivery and 
operational efficiency performance targets, which align 
directly with our stated long-term strategy. Carat production 
targets are retained within the annual performance 
bonus framework. 

Petra has always adopted a modest approach to base salary 
levels. The Chief Executive’s salary was set at a below market 
level when listed on AIM, and this approach was continued 
when the Company moved to the Main Market in 2011. When 
reviewing salaries for FY 2015, the Committee was strongly of 
the view that the Chief Executive’s salary no longer reflected 
the scale and complexity of the role at Petra, and that the very 
significant discount to market levels was not sustainable. The 
Committee has determined that the Chief Executive’s salary 
should be increased to £360,000. This increased salary level 
continues to be below market levels of similar sized companies 
in our sector.

Salaries for the other Executive Directors were increased by 3% 
which is less than those applying across the Group’s employee 
population more generally.

Performance out‑turns
This has been a further Year of excellent progress for Petra, 
as illustrated by:

 » carat production increased by 17% to 3.1 million carats;

 » substantial increases in adjusted EBITDA and net profit 

after tax;

 » project delivery remaining on track and materially 

within budget;

 » improvement in safety performance; 

 » Petra’s share price increased by 65% during the Year 

from 113.8 pence to 188.3 pence; and 

 » Petra was ranked second in terms of TSR performance 

against the FTSE 350 Mining Index for the three year period 
to 30 June 2014. 

The annual bonus and Performance Share Plan outcomes 
reflect this performance. 

Shareholders
Last year the Remuneration Committee was pleased to note 
that 99.5% of shareholders voted in favour of our Directors’ 
Remuneration Report. 

Overall we believe our remuneration polices are aligned 
with our strategy to enhance long-term value for shareholders. 
We hope you find our report this Year informative and will 
continue to support our remuneration policies and practices 
by voting in favour of the resolutions at the Company’s AGM.

Gordon Hamilton
Chairman of the Remuneration Committee
17 October 2014

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Directors’ Remuneration Policy Report
The following section sets out the Group’s remuneration policy 
(the “Policy Report”). As a Bermuda-incorporated company, Petra 
is not subject to the new UK disclosure regulations. However, 
the Remuneration Committee recognises the importance of good 
governance and therefore the structure of this report follows 
the new regime. Recognising that the Company is unable to 
benefit from the associated statutory protections afforded by 
the UK Companies Act 2006, this Policy Report and the Annual 
Remuneration Report will be put to shareholders separately for 
approval on an advisory basis at the AGM on 27 November 2014.

It is intended that this Policy Report will come into immediate 
effect following the AGM.

Remuneration principles
Petra’s culture is performance driven. We have a management 
team that is highly regarded in the market and brings unique 
skills to bear that are extremely sought after within the specialist 
diamond mining sector. Against this background, our approach 
to remuneration is guided by the following overarching principles:

Future policy table
Fixed remuneration

Salary

 » The employment terms for Executive Directors and Senior 
Management are designed to attract, motivate and retain 
high calibre individuals who will drive the performance of 
the business. The Group competes for talent with major 
mining companies and packages need to be competitive 
in this market.

 » Remuneration packages should be weighted towards 

performance-related pay.

 » Performance measures should be tailored to Petra’s strategic 

goals, and targets should be demanding. 

 » Share-based reward should be meaningful – the Committee 
believes long-term share awards provide alignment with the 
long-term interests of shareholders and the Company.

 » Remuneration structures should take into account best practice 
developments, but these should be applied in a manner that 
is appropriate for Petra’s industry and specific circumstances.

Purpose and link to strategy

 » To attract and retain Executive Directors of the calibre required by the business.

 » This is a core element of the remuneration package.

Operation

 » The base salaries for Executive Directors are determined by the Committee taking into account a range 

of factors including:

 » the scope of the role;

 » the individual’s performance and experience; and

 » positioning against comparable roles in other mining companies of similar size and complexity. 

 » Base salaries are normally reviewed annually with changes effective from the start of the financial 

Year on 1 July. 

 » With effect from 1 July 2014, Executive Director salaries are:

 » Johan Dippenaar – £360,000.

 » David Abery – £290,615.

 » Jim Davidson – £290,615.

Maximum opportunity

 » In determining salary increases, the Committee is mindful of general economic conditions and salary 

increases for the broader Company employee population. 

 » More significant increases may be made at the discretion of the Committee in certain circumstances, 

including (but not limited to):

 » where an individual’s scope of responsibilities has increased;

 » where, in the case of a new Executive Director who is positioned initially on a lower starting salary, 

an individual has gained appropriate experience in the role; and

 » where the positioning is out of step with salary for comparable roles in the market.

Benefits

Purpose and link to strategy

 » To provide market competitive benefits.

Operation

 » Benefit policy is to provide an appropriate level of benefit for the role taking into account relevant 

market practice.

 » Under the current arrangements, Executive Directors receive:

 » a cash allowance of 10% of salary in lieu of both benefits and pension; and

 » Group life, disability and critical illness insurance.

 » The Committee retains the discretion to provide reasonable additional benefits based on individual 
circumstances (e.g. travel allowance and relocation expenses for new hires, or pension arrangements).

Maximum opportunity

 » The benefit provision will be set at an appropriate level taking into account the cost to the Company 

and the individual’s circumstances.

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Variable remuneration

Annual bonus

Purpose and link to strategy

 » To motivate and reward performance measured against annual key financial, operational and strategic 

goals of the Company, which reflect critical factors of success.

 » Deferred element of the annual bonus ensures that part of the value of payments earned remains 
aligned to the Company’s share price, thus creating alignment with the shareholder experience.

Operation

 » Short-term annual incentive based on performance during the financial Year.

Maximum opportunity

Performance measures

 » A proportion of the award earned for a financial year will normally be deferred into shares.

 » Deferred shares may accrue dividend equivalents.

 » In respect of FY 2014, 25% of the award earned was deferred for a period of two years.

 » Where delivery of the deferred element of the bonus in shares is deemed by the Company to be 

impractical for any reason (e.g. due to exchange control regulations) cash equivalents linked to the share 
price provides alignment with shareholders.

 » Maximum award of up to 150% of base salary.

 » The amount of bonus earned is based on performance against financial, operational and strategic measures.

 » The Committee reviews the performance measures annually and sets targets to ensure that they are 
linked to corporate priorities and are appropriately stretching in the context of the business plan.

 » Prior to determining bonus outcomes, the Committee considers performance in the round to ensure 

that actual bonuses are appropriate.

 » For FY 2015, the performance measures for the bonus will include carat production, cost management, 
adjusted EBITDA and profit, project delivery, HSSE objectives, and strategic and corporate priorities.

 » Any amounts deferred into shares (or a cash equivalent) will be subject to continuing employment, 

but not to any further performance measures.

Performance Share Plan (“PSP”)

Purpose and link to strategy

 » To motivate and reward for the delivery of long-term objectives in line with the business strategy.

 » To create alignment with the shareholder experience and motivate value creation.

Operation

 » Awards of conditional shares (or equivalent) which will normally vest based on performance over 

a period of three years.

 » Awards may accrue dividend equivalents.

 » Where delivery in shares is deemed by the Company to be impractical for any reason (e.g. due to exchange 
control regulations) cash equivalents linked to the share price provide alignment with shareholders.

Maximum opportunity

 » Maximum award of up to 200% of salary.

Performance measures

 » Vesting is based on performance against financial, operational and strategic measures. 

 » For FY 2015, Executive Directors will be granted conditional awards of up to 150% of salary.

 » The Committee determines targets each year to ensure that targets are stretching and represent value 

creation for shareholders, while remaining motivational for management.

 » For FY 2015, the performance measures used will be:

 » TSR relative to FTSE 350 mining companies and listed diamond mining peers (25%);

 » absolute TSR (25%); and

 » project delivery and operational performance (50%).

Shareholding guidelines

It is the Company’s policy that each of the Executive Directors holds a meaningful number of Petra shares. The guideline is to build and maintain 
a minimum of one year’s basic salary for the applicable Director.

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Notes to the remuneration policy table
Performance measures for incentives
The performance measures and targets for the annual bonus and PSP awards to Executive Directors are intended to be closely 
aligned with the Company’s short-term and long-term objectives. The intention is to provide a direct link between reward levels, 
performance and the shareholder experience. The following summarises the performance measures currently used:

Production 

 » Carat production is at the core of Petra’s strategy. These measures are therefore embedded in the 

performance measurement framework.

Costs and profitability

 » Petra remains focused on managing costs and profitability. Profit and cost measures form part 

of the annual bonus metrics.

Expansion project delivery

 » Progress is measured as part of the short-term annual bonus, and the long-term share awards include 

stretching targets supporting Petra’s long-term ambitions.

HSSE

 » Health, safety, social and environment measures are explicitly included as part of the annual bonus 

framework, reflecting Petra’s commitment to corporate responsibility.

Total shareholder return

 » Share awards are linked to value created for shareholders by measuring both relative and absolute total 

shareholder return (“TSR”).

Recovery provisions
In line with best practice, the vesting of deferred bonus and PSP awards are subject to recovery provisions. This enables 
the Committee to exercise discretion to reduce, cancel or impose further conditions on an award prior to vesting or exercise 
(as the case may be) in circumstances including:

 » a serious downturn in the financial performance of the Company;

 » a serious misstatement of the Company’s audited results;

 » a serious failure of risk management; or

 » serious reputational damage to the Company.

Legacy arrangements
The Committee may approve payments outside of the Remuneration Policy in order to satisfy any legacy arrangements agreed 
prior to the adoption of this Policy Report or made to a Director prior to (but not in contemplation of) appointment to the Board.

Petra has two legacy plans which were adopted prior to moving from AIM to the Main Market: the 2005 Executive Share Option 
Scheme and the 2011 Longer-Term Share Plan. There is currently no intention to grant further awards to Executive Directors under 
either of these plans.

2005 ESOS

 » The Company previously operated the Employee Share Option Scheme (introduced in 2005), whereby 
it can issue options to eligible employees (including Executive Directors and Senior Management) 
to subscribe for shares in the Company at set prices.

 » The last awards under this plan were granted to the Executive Directors in March 2010 and are now 

capable of exercise.

2011 Longer-Term Share Plan 
(“2011 LTSP”)

 » The one-off awards under the 2011 LTSP are based on carat production and project/expansion plan 

delivery. The performance period for outstanding awards ends on 30 June 2016.

 » For the production element, up to 25% of the element may vest if the target of 11.7m carats’ cumulative 

production is delivered to 30 June 2016, rising to 100% for 12.8m carats’ cumulative production. Up to 50% 
of the award may vest based on performance against accelerated vesting targets.

 » The award is subject to a recovery provision in line with the PSP.

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Illustration of application of the remuneration policy

£1,476,000
37%

£936,000
29%

37%

29%

£396,000
100%

42%

26%

£1,191,522
37%

£1,191,522
37%

£755,599
29%

37%

£755,599
29%

37%

29%

29%

£319,677
100%

42%

26%

£319,677
100%

42%

26%

X Fixed remuneration

X Annual variable remuneration

X Long-term variable remuneration

Minimum

Mid
Chief Executive

Maximum

Minimum

Maximum

Minimum

Mid
Finance Director

Mid
Technical Director

Maximum

The charts above have been compiled using the following assumptions:

Fixed remuneration

Variable remuneration

Fixed remuneration (salary and benefits allowance) as at 1 July 2014.
 » Annual bonus: maximum award of up to 150% of salary.

 » PSP: conditional award of 150% of salary.

 » The amounts shown do not take into account share price growth or receipt of dividend equivalents.

Performance scenarios

Minimum

Mid

Fixed remuneration only.

Fixed remuneration plus variable pay for the purpose of illustration as follows:

 » Annual bonus: assumes a bonus pay-out of 50% of maximum.

 » PSP: assumes vesting of 50% of maximum.

Maximum

Fixed remuneration plus variable pay for the purpose of illustration as follows:

 » Annual bonus: assumes a bonus pay-out of 100% of maximum.

 » PSP: assumes vesting of 100% of maximum.

Recruitment policy
The Committee’s key principle when determining appropriate remuneration arrangements for a new Executive Director (appointed 
from within the organisation or externally) is to ensure that arrangements are in the best interests of both Petra and its shareholders, 
without paying more than is considered necessary by the Committee to recruit an executive of the required calibre to develop 
and deliver the business strategy.

Fixed pay

Variable pay

Buy-outs

Non-Executive Directors

Salary and benefits would be determined within the bounds of the future policy table above.

The UK regulations require the identification of a maximum level of variable pay which may be granted 
on recruitment (excluding any buy-out arrangements). The maximum level of variable pay (bonus and 
long-term incentives) for a new recruit will be consistent with the policy table on page 76. Within these 
limits and where appropriate the Committee may tailor the incentives (e.g. timeframe, form, performance 
criteria) based on the commercial circumstances at the time of recruitment.

The Committee may need to buy-out remuneration forfeited on joining Petra. In such circumstances, 
the Committee will seek to ensure any buy-out is of comparable commercial value and is capped 
as appropriate.

The quantum, form and structure of any buy-out arrangement will be determined by the Committee taking 
into account the terms of the forfeited arrangements (e.g. form of award, timeframe, performance criteria, 
likelihood of vesting, etc.). The buy-out may be structured as an award of cash or shares; however, where 
appropriate, the Committee will normally seek to make awards under the existing incentive plans.

On the appointment of a new Chairman or Non-Executive Director, the fees will be consistent with 
the policy set out on page 85. Fees to Non-Executive Directors will not include share options or other 
performance-related elements.

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Executive Director service contracts and policy on payment for loss of office
When determining leaving arrangements for an Executive Director, the Committee takes into account any contractual agreements 
including the provisions of any incentive arrangements, typical market practice and conduct of the individual.

Notice period

Payment in lieu of notice

Annual bonus

The Executive Director service contracts are terminable by 12 months’ written notice on either side and 
contain non-compete and non-solicitation clauses (dealing with customers/clients and non-solicitation 
of Directors or senior employees restrictions following termination).

In the event of termination by the Company of an Executive Director’s employment, the contractual 
remuneration package (incorporating base salary and benefits including any legal and professional fees), 
reflecting the 12 month notice period, would normally be payable. 

The Executive Director may, at the discretion of the Committee, remain eligible to receive an annual bonus 
for the financial Year in which they ceased employment. Such a bonus will be determined by the Committee 
taking into account time in employment and performance.

Share awards

‘Good leavers’ (e.g. ill health or retirement)

If a participant is deemed to be a good leaver, unvested awards will usually continue until the normal 
vesting date, unless the Board determines that the award will vest sooner (e.g. at the time of departure). 
For PSP awards any vesting will normally take account of any performance targets and, unless the Board 
determines otherwise, the time elapsed since the award was granted. For legacy LTSP awards any vesting 
will normally take account of any performance targets and may also take into account the time elapsed 
where cessation occurs within three years of grant. 

‘Bad leavers’

If a participant is deemed to be a bad leaver, unvested awards will lapse.

Future remuneration policy for Non‑Executive Directors 
The remuneration of the independent Non-Executive Directors, with the exception of the Chairman, is determined by the 
Chairman and the Executive Directors; the remuneration of the Chairman is determined by the Committee. Directors are not 
involved in any decisions as to their own remuneration. 

The table below sets out the remuneration policy with respect to the Non-Executive Directors. Independent Non-Executive 
Directors do not participate in the Company’s bonus arrangements, share schemes or pension-benefit plans. Any new 
independent Non-Executive Director will be treated in accordance with this policy.

Approach to setting fees

Opportunity

The fees for Non-Executive Directors are set at a level which is 
considered appropriate to attract individuals with the necessary 
experience and ability to oversee the business. 

Fees are reviewed periodically, typically annually. 

Judgement is used and consideration is given to a number of internal 
and external factors including responsibilities, market positioning, 
inflation and pay increases for the broader Company employee population.

Limited role-specific benefits may be provided. Mr Pouroulis continues 
to receive the benefit of membership of the Group’s life insurance scheme.

Travel and other reasonable expenses (including fees incurred in 
obtaining professional advice in the furtherance of their duties and any 
associated taxes) incurred in the course of performing their duties may 
be reimbursed to Non-Executive Directors.

The fee opportunity reflects responsibility and time commitment. 

Additional fees are paid for further responsibilities, such as 
chairmanship of committees.

The value of benefits provided will be reasonable in the market 
context and take account of the individual circumstances and 
benefits provided to comparable roles.

With effect from 28 November 2011, Mr Pouroulis moved from the position of Executive Chairman to that of Non-Executive Chairman. 
As a consequence of his previous role, Mr Pouroulis has a number of outstanding share options which were granted under the 
Company’s 2005 ESOS. Following his move to the position of Non-Executive Chairman and in line with provision D.1.3 of the UK 
Corporate Governance Code, Mr Pouroulis does not participate in any other or future Company share scheme arrangements. 

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Detailed provisions
All incentive awards are subject to the terms of the relevant 
plan rules under which the award was granted. The Committee 
may adjust or amend awards in accordance with the provisions 
of the plan rules. This includes making adjustments to awards 
to reflect corporate events, such as a change in the Company’s 
capital structure.

The Committee may adjust the calibration of performance 
measures and vesting outcomes, or substitute or amend any 
vesting condition (e.g. due to a significant acquisition or 
disposal) provided that the resulting condition is appropriate 
and not materially more or less difficult to satisfy.

In the event of a change of control of the Company, the Committee 
may determine the extent to which any PSP award will vest based 
on the extent that any performance target has been satisfied, the 
period of time that has elapsed since the award was granted, and 
such other factors the Board deems relevant. Deferred awards 
will normally vest in full on a change of control, unless the 
Committee determines otherwise. Legacy LTSP awards will 
normally vest in full on a change of control, unless the Committee 
determines that any vesting is inappropriate taking into account 
performance over the period. In certain circumstances, the Board 
may alternatively permit or require part or all of an award to 
be exchanged for equivalent awards which relate to shares 
in an acquiring company.

The Committee may make minor amendments to the 
remuneration policy to aid its operation or implementation 
without seeking shareholder approvals (e.g. for regulatory, 
exchange control, tax or administrative purposes).

Remuneration elsewhere in the Company
When assessing remuneration, the Committee takes care 
to ensure that pay levels reflect roles and responsibilities. 
The Committee also takes care to ensure that packages for senior 
individuals are appropriate in comparison to the remuneration 
of other employees within the Company, whilst still supporting 
delivery of Petra’s corporate objectives. Remuneration 
arrangements throughout the organisation are based 
on similar reward principles. 

Shareholder engagement
The Committee believes that it is very important to maintain 
open dialogue with shareholders on remuneration matters. 
Where significant changes are proposed to the Executive 
Directors’ remuneration framework, the Committee’s normal 
approach is to consult with major shareholders.

Since moving from AIM to the Main Market, the Committee has 
engaged with shareholders in relation to the operation of the 
Company’s incentive plans. 

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This report explains how the Group’s remuneration policy was implemented during FY 2014 and how it will be applied for FY 2015.

Overview of policy and how it will be applied for FY 2015

Salary

Influenced by role, individual performance 
and experience and market positioning.

Benefits

Provision of an appropriate level of benefit 
for the relevant role and local market.

Annual bonus

Linked to key financial, operational, HSSE and 
strategic goals of the Company, which reflect 
critical factors of success.

 » The Chief Executive’s salary was previously at a very significant discount to the market 
level, and has been repositioned to better reflect the scale and complexity of the role. 
The revised salary remains below market levels.

 » Increases of 3% for the Finance and Technical Directors, which is less than those applying 

across the Group’s employee population more generally.

 » With effect from 1 July 2014, Executive Director salaries are:

 »  Johan Dippenaar – £360,000

 »  David Abery – £290,615

 »  Jim Davidson – £290,615

 » Executive Directors receive:

 » a benefits allowance of 10% of salary in lieu of both pension and other benefits; and

 » Group life, disability and critical illness insurance.

 » Maximum opportunity for FY 2015 of 150% of salary.

 » For FY 2014, 25% of the bonus earned for the Year has been deferred into shares for two years.

 » For FY 2015, the bonus will be linked to:

 » carat production;

 » cost management;

 » adjusted EBITDA and profit;

 » major project delivery;

 » HSSE objectives; and

 » strategic and corporate priorities.

Performance share plan

Aligned with shareholders and motivating 
the delivery of long-term objectives.

 » Conditional share award for FY 2015 of 150% of salary.

 » Performance measured over three financial years (FY 2015 to FY 2017):

 » total shareholder return (“TSR”) relative to FTSE 350 mining companies and listed 

diamond mining peers (25%);

 » absolute TSR, with a threshold target of 8% growth per annum and maximum target 

of 16% growth per annum (25%); and

 » project delivery and operational performance (50%).

Shareholding guidelines

Aligned with shareholders.

 » Shareholding guidelines of 100% of salary.

 » Executive Directors’ actual shareholdings are significantly above the guidelines.

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Single figure of total remuneration
The following table gives a breakdown of the remuneration received by the Executive Directors for FY 2014 and FY 2013. Although 
the Company’s reporting currency is US Dollars, these figures are stated in Pounds Sterling so as to be aligned with the Directors’ 
service contracts.

Johan Dippenaar

Chief Executive

David Abery

Finance Director

Jim Davidson

Technical Director

Year

2014

2013

2014

2013

2014

2013

Salary
£

Benefits
£

Annual
bonus –
paid in
cash
£

Annual
bonus –
deferred to
shares
£

Long-term
incentives1,2

£

Retirement
benefits3
£

303,050

36,080

291,496

97,166

272,206

290,000

34,484

236,531

78,844

164,502

282,150

33,651

271,393

90,464

252,763

270,000

31,898

220,219

73,406

164,502

282,150

31,572

271,393

90,464

252,763

270,000

 30,018 

220,219

73,406

164,502

—

—

—

—

—

—

Total
£

999,998

804,361

930,421

760,025

928,342

758,145

1.  Long-term incentives in FY 2014 relate to the PSP awards granted on 15 May 2012 based on performance between 1 July 2011 and 30 June 2014. This award vested at 62.2% 

of the maximum shortly after Year end and is expected to be released in due course. For the purpose of this table, the awards have been valued based on the average share price 
during the three-month period to 30 June 2014 of 163.59 pence. In accordance with ‘single figure’ calculation requirements, whilst the awards had not been released at Year end 
they are included in the figures above as the performance period had completed.

2. Long-term incentives in FY 2013 relate to the 2005 ESOS awards granted on 30 September 2009 and 17 March 2010 prior to admission to the Main Market. These options remain 
unexercised, and therefore no gain has yet been realised by the Directors in respect of these awards. For the purpose of this disclosure, these options have been valued based 
on the notional gain on the relevant tranches that became exercisable on 30 September 2012 and 17 March 2013 respectively. 

3.  Executive Directors are provided with a benefits allowance but do not currently participate in any Company pension plan and are not provided with any retirement benefits.

These total remuneration figures reflect a number of factors:

 » Since admission to the Main Market, salaries have not increased significantly and have been modestly set relative to salaries 

and benefits available to executive directors of comparable companies.

 » A significant portion of pay is performance based, which is comprised of annual bonus and long-term incentives. The amounts 
above reflect that Petra has performed well against its corporate objectives. However, this way of structuring remuneration 
also ensures that if Petra does not achieve its corporate objectives, then the Executive Directors’ total remuneration would 
be significantly reduced. 

 » A portion of the annual bonus is deferred into shares (and is therefore subject to share price movements) rather than being paid 

immediately to Executive Directors.

 » The amounts shown under long-term incentives are shares which have not yet been delivered to participants and are due 

to be released shortly. Figures shown are estimates. These awards were granted in prior years and were subject to stretching 
performance conditions. 

 » Executive Directors also have significant shareholdings, reflecting their commitment to Petra’s future and sustainable growth 

going forward.

Additional notes to the remuneration table
Salary
For FY 2015, the Committee has determined that the base salaries (per annum) for Executive Directors should be as set out below:

Johan Dippenaar
David Abery
Jim Davidson

Base salary to
30 June 2014
£

Base salary from
1 July 2014
£

303,050
282,150
282,150

360,000
290,615
290,615

Petra has always adopted a modest approach to base salary levels. The Chief Executive’s salary was set at a below market level when 
listed on AIM, and this approach was continued when the Company moved to the Main Market in 2011. When reviewing salaries 
for FY 2015, the Committee was strongly of the view that the Chief Executive’s salary no longer reflected the scale and complexity 
of the role at Petra, and that the very significant discount to market levels was not sustainable. The Committee determined that 
the Chief Executive’s salary should be increased to £360,000. This increased salary level continues to be below market levels of 
similar sized companies in our sector. The Committee will continue to keep his salary under review and may make further adjustments 
in the future if considered appropriate.

Base salaries for the Finance and Technical Directors have been increased by 3%, which is lower than salary increases made across 
the Company’s employee population. 

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Benefits
In lieu of pension plan participation and other benefits, the Directors receive a benefit cash supplement of 10% of salary. 
Other than membership of the Group management life insurance scheme (including disability and critical illness), Executive Directors 
are not provided with any further benefits and do not participate in a Company pension scheme.

Annual bonus
The annual bonus plan is designed to reward and incentivise performance over the financial year. The bonus framework uses a 
balanced scorecard approach, linked to the financial, operating and strategic objectives of the Company. The maximum bonus for 
Executive Directors for delivery of exceptional performance is capped at 150% of base salary. Prior to determining the final bonus 
outcomes, the Committee considers performance in the round to ensure that actual bonuses are appropriate.

For FY 2014, the Committee’s assessment of performance against the balanced scorecard of key measures and milestone achievements 
in the Year included the following key achievements and targets. The Committee and the Board have given careful consideration 
to the retrospective disclosure of targets and have disclosed targets where this is not considered to be commercially sensitive. 

Vesting
outcome

25.3%

Performance metrics

Weighting

Performance and targets

Production and project 
delivery (carat production 
and delivery against 
project milestones)

Profitability (including 
adjusted EBITDA, adjusted net 
profit and cost management)

Corporate (including 
corporate and strategic 
priorities and health, safety and 
environmental performance)

30%

 » Production increased by 17% from 2.7 million carats to 3.1 million 

carats. This exceeded the target of 3.0 million carats.

 » The weighted average project delivery score achieved 

from the scorecard was 8.6/10. 

40%

 » Adjusted EBITDA increased from US$127.6 million to US$187.7 million, 

34.2%

which significantly exceeded the target set of US$170 million.

 » The cost target was met. 

 » Adjusted PAT increased from US$53.6 million to US$93.7 million, 

which exceeded the target set of US$90 million. 

30%

 » LTIFR was reduced to 0.32 (FY 2013: 0.67) – an encouraging 
trend in the context of the capital programmes progress.

26.0%

 » The Committee carefully considered the performance 

of the Executive Directors in delivering against corporate 
and strategic priorities.

On the basis of this review and taking into account overall performance, the Committee determined that the bonus for Executive 
Directors would be 85.5% of the maximum award (equating to 128.25% of base salary). The Committee has determined that 25% 
of the bonuses earned will be deferred for two years into shares (or settled as a cash equivalent, in line with the Remuneration Policy).

For FY 2015, the Committee has agreed a further balanced scorecard of performance measures, targets and milestone achievements. 
The key measures are:

Performance measure

Production and project delivery (carat production and delivery against project milestones)
Profitability (including adjusted EBITDA, adjusted net profit and cost management)
Corporate (including corporate and strategic priorities and health, safety, social and environmental performance)

Weighting

30%
40%
30%

As noted above, the bonus framework includes both measurement against pre-defined targets and the exercise of judgement. 
For project delivery, performance is assessed by a scoring framework based on measurable and defined objectives.

Long-term incentives – Performance Share Plan
Annual long-term share awards are granted under the Performance Share Plan. This plan was originally approved by shareholders 
at the January 2012 AGM. The vesting of awards is conditional on the achievement of both shareholder return and operational measures.

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FY 2012 to FY 2014 award
The long-term incentive plan figures shown in the single figure table relate to the first awards granted under the PSP following 
shareholder approval. This award was subject to performance measures assessed over the period 1 July 2011 to 30 June 2014. 
These awards were linked to total shareholder return (50%) and operational delivery and carat production (50%).

Following the end of the performance period, the Committee assessed performance achieved against the pre-determined 
measures and targets.

Performance measure

Ranked TSR vs FTSE 350 mining companies

Absolute TSR growth

1.  No portion of an element vests for performance below this threshold level.

Weighting

25% of
element vests1

100% of
element vests

Actual
performance

Median

Upper quartile

2nd rank
 (upper quartile)

8% per annum 16% per annum Below threshold

25%

25%

Petra’s TSR over the period was ranked second in the comparator group, which was sufficient to trigger full vesting for this 
element. The element linked to absolute TSR lapsed in full, reflecting macro factors which impacted all companies in the mining 
sector. As shown in the chart on page 89, Petra has delivered positive shareholder returns over the longer five-year period.

Weighting

25% of
element vests1

80% of
element vests

100% of
element vests

Actual
performance

Carats recovered
Expansion project delivery

25%
25%

7.6m carats
6/10

8.0m carats
8/10

8.4m carats
10/10

7.95m carats
Overall 8.4/10

1.  No portion of an element vests for performance below this threshold level.

Petra has increased carat production from 2.2 million in FY 2012 to 3.1 million in FY 2014, and the performance over the period 
was sufficient to trigger vesting of 18.3% (out of 25%) of this element.

The Committee assessed performance at each of the key expansion sites, considering performance against expansion progress 
metrics. Performance was in respect of Finsch, Cullinan, Koffiefontein and Kimberley Underground (weighted 8%, 11%, 3%, 3% 
respectively). The metrics included safety, staffing, project management, financial, governance, development metres, raiseboring 
metres, design and engineering milestones and project spend. Vesting was 18.9% (out of 25%) of this element. Further details 
of performance at each site is set out in the Strategic Report.

On the basis of the above performance, the PSP awards for Executive Directors vested at 62.2% of the maximum. 

Awards granted during the Year
During FY 2014, the Committee considered the key areas of focus for the next three financial years. The following changes 
were made to the long-term incentive performance measurement framework for share awards from FY 2014:

 » The comparator group for the relative TSR element was expanded to include six diamond mining companies – Alrosa, Dominion 

Diamond, Lucara Diamond, Mountain Province, Gem Diamonds and Stornoway Diamonds.

 » The absolute TSR element was retained with a threshold target of 8% growth per annum and a maximum target of 16% growth 

per annum.

 » The portion relating to carat production was removed. Carat production has increased significantly since the Company’s admission 
to the Main Market, and Petra remains on a trajectory of increased carat production. However Petra is focused on ‘value’ as 
opposed to ‘volume’ production which is not captured in carats as a stand-alone measure. 

 » The portion relating to project delivery has been retained and the weighting increased to 50%, reflecting the strategic importance 
of the mines’ expansion programmes. Operational efficiency is included within the 50%. The outcome can be increased or decreased 
by up to 15% based on an assessment of overall operational efficiency (although any increase cannot result in this portion vesting 
above the 50% weighting). Assessment of operational efficiency will take into account a range of factors including operating 
performance, cashflow generation, production, cost management and profitability. 

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Summary of performance targets

Performance measure

Ranked TSR vs FTSE 350 
mining companies plus 
diamond mining peers

Absolute TSR growth

 » Half of the award is linked to returns made for shareholders.

 » The first element is linked to relative TSR measured against other mining peers.

 » The second element is based on absolute TSR so that reward is linked to creation of absolute 

value for shareholders.

Weighting

25% of
element vests1

100% of
element vests

Ranked TSR vs mining companies
Absolute TSR growth

25%
25%

Median

Upper quartile
8% per annum 16% per annum

1.  No portion of an element vests for performance below this threshold level.

Project delivery and 
operational efficiency

 » The Company is committed to realising value from its asset portfolio; key to this is the successful 

delivery of expansion projects at its core operations.

 » The operational element is based on carat production, cashflow, costs and profitability.

 » The expansion element is based on an assessment of performance at each mine where a significant 

expansion programme is underway.

 » The assessment at the end of the period is based on an agreed framework with vesting based on 
the weighted average score out of ten across all mines; the objectives for each mine are approved 
by the Committee and the Board.

 » This element can be varied by up to 15% (upwards or downwards) to reflect operational efficiency, 
including factors such as operating and cashflow generation, production, revenue, costs and 
profitability, overall mine management and other metrics considered appropriate by the Committee. 

Weighting

25% of
element vests1

80% of
element vests

100% of
element vests

Project delivery and 
operational efficiency

50%

6 out of 10

8 out of 10

10 out of 10

1.  No portion of an element vests for performance below this threshold level.

It is intended that this performance framework will be used for awards to be made in FY 2015.

Non‑Executive Director remuneration
With effect from 28 November 2011, Mr Pouroulis moved from the position of Executive Chairman to that of Non-Executive Chairman. 
As a consequence of his previous role, Mr Pouroulis has a number of outstanding share options which were granted under the Company’s 
2005 ESOS. Following his move to the position of Non-Executive Chairman and in line with provision D.1.3 of the UK Corporate 
Governance Code, Mr Pouroulis does not participate in any future Company share scheme arrangements. Mr Pouroulis continues 
to receive the benefit of membership of the Group’s life insurance scheme.

The Chairman’s fee was reviewed by the Board and increased to £155,000 with effect from 1 July 2013. The fee is payable in cash.

The other Non-Executive Directors receive a fixed basic fee for their normal services rendered during the Year and a fee for 
chairmanship of Committees. All fees are payable in cash. The basic fee was reviewed by the Board and increased to £55,000 
with effect from 1 July 2013.

The additional fee paid for chairmanship of the Audit and Remuneration Committee is £15,000 and £12,500 respectively. There is no 
additional fee for chairmanship of the Nomination Committee. The additional fee paid to the Senior Independent Director is £22,500.

Independent Non-Executive Directors do not participate in the Company’s bonus arrangements, share schemes or pension plans, 
and for FY 2014 (in accordance with the Company’s normal policy) did not receive any other remuneration from the Company 
outside of the fee policy outlined above.

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The following table gives a breakdown of the remuneration received by the Non-Executive Directors for FY 2014 and FY 2013. 
Although the Company’s reporting currency is US Dollars, these figures are stated in Pounds Sterling so as to be aligned with 
the Directors’ service contracts.

Single figure of total remuneration

Adonis Pouroulis

Chairman

Pat Bartlett

Gordon Hamilton

Tony Lowrie

Year

2014

2013

2014

2013

2014

2013

2014

2013

Fees
£

155,000

140,000

55,000

50,000

82,500

70,000

77,500

56,144

Benefits
£

2,520

2,539

—

—

—

—

—

—

Long-term
incentives
(prior to
admission
to the
Subtotal Main Market)
£

£

Total
£

157,520

142,539

55,000

50,000

82,500

70,000

77,500

56,144

—

157,520

47,001

189,540

—

—

—

—

—

—

55,000

50,000

82,500

70,000

77,500

56,144

1.  Long-term incentives in FY 2013 relate to the 2005 ESOS awards granted to Mr Pouroulis on 30 September 2009 and 17 March 2010. At the time the options were granted, Mr Pouroulis was 
an Executive Director of the Company. Following his move to the position of Non-Executive Chairman, Mr Pouroulis will not participate in any future Company share scheme arrangements. 
These options remain unexercised, and therefore no gain has yet been realised by the Directors in respect of these awards. For the purpose of this disclosure, these options have 
been valued based on the notional gain on the relevant tranches that became exercisable on 30 September 2012 and 17 March 2013 respectively. 

Directors’ shareholding and share interests 
It is the Company’s policy that each of the Executive Directors holds a meaningful number of Petra shares. The guideline is a minimum 
of one year’s basic salary for the applicable Director. All the Executive Directors meet this guideline. Executive share ownership 
and alignment with shareholders is further supported by the Company’s bonus deferral and share incentive schemes.

The current share interests of the Directors are detailed below. Executive Directors currently exceed the guideline for Petra 
share ownership.

Adonis Pouroulis
Johan Dippenaar
David Abery
Jim Davidson
Tony Lowrie
Pat Bartlett
Gordon Hamilton

Chairman
Chief Executive
Finance Director
Technical Director
Senior iNED
iNED
iNED

Shareholding as at Shareholding as at
30 June 2014

30 June 2013

Shareholding
guideline1

9,564,650
640,000
1,979,649 
640,000
—
—
70,000

9,564,650
640,000
1,979,649
640,000
—
—
100,000

n/a
185,250
172,474
172,474
n/a
n/a
n/a

1.  Shareholding guideline based on three-month average share price to 30 June 2014 of 163.59p.

As at 30 June 2014, the Directors’ interests in share plans of the Company were as follows:

 Breakdown of share plan interests as at 30 June 2014

Executive Directors
Johan Dippenaar
David Abery
Jim Davidson

Non-Executive Directors
Adonis Pouroulis
Pat Bartlett
Gordon Hamilton
Tony Lowrie

Shares

Options

Unvested and
subject to
performance1

Unvested and
not subject to
performance2

Vested but
not exercised

Exercised
in the Year

1,496,825
1,420,523
1,420,523

140,142
130,307
130,307

—
—
—
—

—
—
—
—

2,450,000
1,950,000
2,450,000

950,000
—
—
—

—
— 
— 

— 
—
—
—

1.  This comprises the FY2012, FY2013 and FY2014 unvested PSP and LTSP awards as at the Year end. As noted in the single figure table above, following the Year end the FY 2012 PSP 

is due to vest at 62.2% of the maximum and the balance of this award will lapse.

2. This comprises outstanding Deferred Share Awards in respect of FY 2012 and FY 2013. During the year in respect of FY 2013, the following awards were granted: Mr Dippenaar – 

71,223 shares; Mr Abery – 66,311 shares; and Mr Davidson – 66,311 shares. These awards represent 25% of the total bonus in respect of FY 2013.

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As at 30 June 2014, Executive Directors held the following interests in the 2012 PSP: 

Date of
award

Outstanding
at 1 July
2013

Awarded
during
the Year

Vested
during
the Year

Lapsed
during
the Year

Outstanding
at 30 June
2014

Performance
period

Johan Dippenaar

15/05/2012,1

267,516

20/12/2012,2

418,672

—

—

20/12/2013,3

—

410,637

Total

686,188

410,637

David Abery

15/05/2012,1

248,408

20/12/2012,2

389,798

—

—

20/12/2013,3

—

382,317

Total

638,206

382,317

Jim Davidson

15/05/2012,1

248,408

20/12/2012,2

389,798

—

—

20/12/2013,3

—

382,317

Total

638,206

382,317

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

267,516 July 11 – June 14

418,672 July 12 – June 15

410,637 July 13 – June 16

— 1,096,825

—

—

—

248,408

July 11 – June 14

389,798 July 12 – June 15

382,317 July 13 – June 16

— 1,020,523

—

—

—

248,408

July 11 – June 14

389,798 July 12 – June 15

382,317 July 13 – June 16

— 1,020,523

1.  The performance measures applicable to the award consisted of: (a) TSR relative to FTSE 350 mining companies (25%); (b) absolute TSR (25%); (c) carat production (25%); and 
(d) project delivery (25%). The share price on 15 May 2012 was 133.0 pence; the 30 day trading average price to the date preceding the date of the award, which was used to 
calculate the maximum share award, was 157.0 pence. As noted above, following the Year end this award is due to vest at 62.2% and the balance of this award will lapse.

2.  The performance measures applicable to the awards consist of: (a) TSR relative to FTSE 350 mining companies (25%); (b) absolute TSR (25%); (c) carat production (25%); and 

(d) project delivery (25%). The share price on 20 December 2012 was 109.7 pence; the 30 day trading average price to the date preceding the date of the award, which was used 
to calculate the maximum share award, was 103.9 pence.

3.  The performance measures applicable to the awards consist of: (a) TSR relative to FTSE 350 mining and listed diamond companies (25%); (b) absolute TSR (25%); and 

(c) project delivery and operational performance (50%). The share price on 20 December 2013 was 113.8 pence; the 30 day trading average price to the date preceding the date 
of the award, which was used to calculate the maximum share award, was 110.7 pence. Further details of the performance conditions are set out on page 76.

As at 30 June 2014, Executive Directors held the following interests in the 2011 LTSP:

Date of
award

Outstanding
at 1 July
2013

Awarded
during
the Year

Vested
during
the Year

Lapsed
during
the Year

Outstanding
at 30 June
2014

Performance
period

Johan Dippenaar

15/05/2012,1 

400,000

Total

400,000

David Abery

15/05/2012,1

400,000

Total

400,000

Jim Davidson

15/05/2012,1

400,000

Total

400,000

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

400,000 July 12 – June 16

400,000

400,000 July 12 – June 16

400,000

400,000 July 12 – June 16

400,000

1.  The performance conditions applicable to the 2011 LTSP consist of: (a) carat production (50%); and (b) project delivery (50%). Further details of the performance conditions are set 

out in the Remuneration Policy on page 77.

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Directors’ Annual Remuneration Report continued
As at 30 June 2014, Executive Directors and Chairman held the following vested share options under the 2005 ESOS:

Date of grant

Exercisable
from

Exercise
price (p)

Outstanding
at 1 July
2013

Granted
during
the Year

Lapsed Exercised
during
during
the Year
the Year

Outstanding
at 30 June
2014

Expiry date

Adonis Pouroulis 16/06/2005 16/06/2008

31/05/2006 31/05/2009

12/03/2009 12/03/2012

30/09/2009 30/09/2012

17/03/2010 17/03/2013

Total

Johan Dippenaar 16/06/2005 16/06/2008

31/05/2006 31/05/2009

12/03/2009 12/03/2012

30/09/2009 30/09/2012

17/03/2010 17/03/2013

Total

David Abery

16/06/2005 16/06/2008

31/05/2006 31/05/2009

12/03/2009 12/03/2012

30/09/2009 30/09/2012

17/03/2010 17/03/2013

Total

Jim Davidson

16/06/2005 16/06/2008

31/05/2006 31/05/2009

12/03/2009 12/03/2012

30/09/2009 30/09/2012

17/03/2010 17/03/2013

Total

85.0

79.5

27.5

45.5

60.5

85.0

79.5

27.5

45.5

60.5

85.0

79.5

27.5

45.5

60.5

85.0

79.5

27.5

45.5

60.5

250,000

250,000

250,000

100,000

100,000

950,000

750,000

250,000

750,000

350,000

350,000

2,450,000

250,000

250,000

750,000

350,000

350,000

1,950,000

750,000

250,000

750,000

350,000

350,000

2,450,000

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

250,000 16/06/2015

250,000 31/05/2016

250,000 12/03/2019

100,000 30/09/2019

100,000

17/03/2020

950,000 

750,000 16/06/2015

250,000 31/05/2016

750,000 12/03/2019

350,000 30/09/2019

350,000

17/03/2020

— 2,450,000 

—

—

—

—

—

250,000 16/06/2015

250,000 31/05/2016

750,000 12/03/2019

350,000 30/09/2019

350,000

17/03/2020

— 1,950,000 

—

—

—

—

—

750,000 16/06/2015

250,000 31/05/2016

750,000 12/03/2019

350,000 30/09/2019

350,000

17/03/2020

— 2,450,000

External non‑executive directorships
None of the Company’s Executive Directors hold a directorship at another listed company.

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CORPORATE GOVERNANCEDirectors’ Annual Remuneration Report continued
Other disclosures
Performance graph
The graph below shows a comparison between the TSR for Petra shares for the five-year period to 30 June 2014 and the TSR 
for the companies comprising the FTSE 350 Mining Index over the same period. This index has been selected to provide a relevant 
sector comparator to Petra. The TSR measure is based on a 30 trading day average.

Total shareholder return
Based on 30 trading day average

500

400

300

200

100

0
Jun
‘09

Jun
‘10

Jun
‘11

Jun
‘12

Jun
‘13

Jun
‘14

X Petra Diamonds X FTSE 350 Mining Index

Table of historic data for the Chief Executive
Before the Company stepped up to the Main Market, the Company operated a different remuneration structure. Prior to FY 2012, 
there was no set maximum annual bonus opportunity for Executive Directors and the Company granted share options, rather 
than the more conventional ‘PSP’ awards with set performance criteria. Therefore it is not possible to provide fully comparable 
data for awards across this five-year period.

AIM

Main Market

FY 2010

FY 2011

FY 2012

FY 2013

FY 2014

Single figure of total remuneration (£)

507,500

879,258

1,115,496

804,361

999,998

Annual bonuses as a % of maximum1

Long-term incentives as a % of maximum2

—

—

—

—

68%

—

72.5%

—

85.5%

62.2%

1.  The Chief Executive’s annual bonuses for FY 2010 and 2011 were £180,000 and £170,000 respectively.

2. Prior to FY 2012, the Company granted share options to Executive Directors. At the Year end, the options vesting in the period remain unexercised and no gain has yet been realised 
by the Chief Executive in respect of these awards. For the purposes of the single figure for FY 2010 to FY 2013 in the table above, these options have been split into three equal 
tranches and valued based on the notional gain as at the first, second and third anniversaries of the original grant date.

Percentage change in remuneration of the Chief Executive
In FY 2014, the Chief Executive’s salary was increased by 4.5% but his benefits allowance (as a percentage of salary) was unchanged. 
This compares to an average increase in salaries across Petra of 8.2%. The Chief Executive’s annual bonus earned in respect 
of the Year increased by 23.2%.

Relative importance of spend on pay
The following table sets out the percentage change in payments to shareholders and overall expenditure on pay across the Group.

Payments to shareholders

Group employment costs

FY 2014
$m

nil

136.2

FY 2013
$m

nil

130.7

Change
%

n/a

4.2%

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Directors’ Annual Remuneration Report continued

Directors’ Annual Remuneration Report continued
Service contracts

Director

Role

Executive Directors

Mr Dippenaar

Mr Abery

Mr Davidson

Chief Executive

Finance Director

Technical Director

Non-Executive Directors

Date of contract

Term

28 November 2011

28 November 2011

28 November 2011

n/a

n/a

n/a

Notice period 
by Company 
or Director

12 months

12 months

12 months

Mr Pouroulis

Mr Lowrie

Dr Bartlett

Mr Hamilton

Non-Executive Chairman

28 November 2011

Senior Independent Non-Executive Director

12 September 2012

Independent Non-Executive Director

28 November 2011

Independent Non-Executive Director

28 November 2011

36 months

36 months

36 months

36 months

1 month

1 month

1 month

1 month

Membership of the Committee
The Committee members for FY 2014 were Gordon Hamilton (Chair), Pat Bartlett and Tony Lowrie.

The Committee is responsible for determining on behalf of the Board and shareholders:

 » the Company’s general policy on the remuneration of the Executive Directors, the Chairman and the Senior Management team;

 » the total individual remuneration for the Chairman, Executive Directors and Senior Management including base salary, benefits, 

performance bonuses and share awards;

 » the design and operation of the Company’s share incentive plans;

 » performance conditions attached to variable incentives; and

 » service contracts for Executive Directors.

The full Terms of Reference for the Remuneration Committee have been approved by the Board and are available 
on the Company’s website at www.petradiamonds.com/about-us/corporate-governance/board-committees.

External advisers
Where appropriate, the Chairman and Executive Directors attend Committee meetings to provide suitable context regarding 
the business. Individuals who attend meetings do not participate in discussions which determine their own remuneration.

The Committee engages the services of Deloitte LLP (“Deloitte”) to provide independent advice to the Committee relating to 
remuneration matters. Deloitte is a member of the Remuneration Consultants Group and, as such, voluntarily operates under 
the code of conduct in relation to executive remuneration consulting in the UK. The Committee is satisfied that the advice it has 
received from Deloitte during the Year has been objective and independent. The fees paid to Deloitte for work carried out in the 
financial Year ended 30 June 2014 for the Remuneration Committee totalled £47,000 and were based on a time and materials basis.

During the Year Deloitte LLP also provided unrelated tax and general advisory services to the Company. Deloitte’s Tanzanian practice 
(a separate Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu entity) undertakes the local statutory audit for Williamson Diamonds Ltd, a subsidiary 
of the Petra Group. BDO LLP remain the Group auditors. 

Statement of shareholder voting
At the last AGM on 28 November 2013, the Directors’ Remuneration Report received the following votes from shareholders:

%

99.51
0.49

Number

294,535,633
1,437,990
6,212,071

295,973,623

For
Against
Withheld

Total votes cast

Gordon Hamilton
Chairman of the Remuneration Committee
17 October 2014

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CORPORATE GOVERNANCEFinancial 
Statements

92   Directors’ Responsibilities Statement
93   Independent Auditors’ Report 
96  Consolidated Income Statement
97   Consolidated Statement of Other 

Comprehensive Income

98   Consolidated Statement 
of Changes in Equity
100  Consolidated Statement 
of Financial Position

101   Consolidated Statement of Cashflows
102  Notes to the Annual Financial Statements
143  Five-year Summary 

of Consolidated Figures

Directors’ Responsibilities Statement

Directors’ responsibilities
The Directors are responsible for preparing the Annual Report and the Financial Statements in accordance with the Companies Act 1981 
(Bermuda) (as amended).

Company law requires the Directors to prepare Financial Statements for each financial year. Under that law the Directors are required 
to prepare the Group Financial Statements in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS”) as adopted by the 
European Union. Under company law, the Directors must not approve the Financial Statements unless they are satisfied that they 
give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Group and Company and of the profit and loss for the Group for that period.

In preparing the Financial Statements, the Directors are required to:

 » select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently;

 » make judgements and accounting estimates that are reasonable and prudent;

 » state whether they have been prepared in accordance with IFRS as adopted by the European Union, subject to any material 

departures disclosed and explained in the Financial Statements; and

 » prepare the Financial Statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the Company will 

continue in business.

The Directors are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that are sufficient to show and explain the Company’s 
transactions and disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the Company and enable them to ensure 
that the Financial Statements comply with the Companies Act 1981 (Bermuda), and as regards to the Group Financial Statements, 
Article 4 of the IAS Regulation. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the Company and hence for taking 
reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.

Directors’ responsibilities pursuant to “DTR4”
The Directors confirm to the best of their knowledge:

 » the Group’s Financial Statements have been prepared in accordance with IFRS and Article 4 of the IAS Regulation and give a true 

and fair view of the assets, liabilities, financial position and profit and loss of the Group; and

 » the Annual Report includes a fair review of the development and performance of the business and the financial position of the Group, 

together with a description of the principal risks and uncertainties that it faces.

Fair, balanced and understandable
The Board considers that the Annual Report and Accounts, taken as a whole, provides shareholders with a fair, balanced and 
understandable view of Petra’s business, the outlook for the future developments of the Group, as well as the principal risks 
and uncertainties which could affect the Group’s performance.

Auditors
As far as each of the Directors is aware, at the time this report was approved:

 » there is no relevant available information of which the auditors are unaware; and 

 » they have taken all steps that ought to have been taken to make themselves aware of any relevant audit information 

and to establish that the auditors are aware of that information.

In accordance with Section 89 of the Companies Act 1981 (Bermuda) (as amended), a resolution to confirm the appointment 
of BDO LLP as auditors of the Company is to be proposed at the 2014 AGM to be held on 27 November 2014.

The Financial Statements were approved by the Board of Directors on 17 October 2014 and are signed on its behalf by:

David Abery
Director
17 October 2014

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTSIndependent Auditors’ Report
To the members of Petra Diamonds Limited

We have audited the accompanying Financial Statements of Petra Diamonds Limited (the “Company”) which comprise the 
Consolidated Statement of Financial Position at 30 June 2014 and the Consolidated Income Statement, Consolidated Statement 
of Other Comprehensive Income, Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity and Consolidated Statement of Cashflows for the 
Year then ended and the related notes. The financial reporting framework that has been applied in their preparation is applicable 
law and International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS”) as adopted by the European Union.

This report is made solely to the Company’s members, as a body, in accordance with the Bermuda Companies Act 1981. Our audit 
work has been undertaken so that we might state to the Company’s members those matters we are required to state to them in 
an auditors’ report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we do not accept or assume responsibility 
to anyone other than the Company and the Company’s members as a body, for our audit work, for this report, or for the opinions 
we have formed.

Our unmodified opinion on the Financial Statements
In our opinion the Financial Statements:

 » present fairly, in all material respects, the state of the Group’s affairs at 30 June 2014 and of its financial performance 

and its cashflows for the Year then ended;

 » have been properly prepared in accordance with IFRS as adopted by the European Union; and

 » have been prepared in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act 1981 as enacted in Bermuda.

Our application of materiality
We apply the concept of materiality both in planning and performing our audit, and in evaluating the effect of misstatements. 
We consider materiality to be the magnitude by which misstatements, including omissions, could influence the economic decisions 
of reasonable users that are taken on the basis of the Financial Statements. Importantly, misstatements below these levels will 
not necessarily be evaluated as immaterial as we also take account of the nature of identified misstatements, and the particular 
circumstances of their occurrence, when evaluating their effect on the Financial Statements as a whole.

We determined materiality for the Financial Statements as a whole to be US$9.8 million, which equates to less than 1% of the 
total assets of the Group and represents 1.6% of total equity and 10% of adjusted net profit after tax. We consider total assets 
to be an appropriate basis for materiality given the Group’s stage of development and in particular the strategic focus on capital 
expansion programmes which are yet to become producing. 

Whilst materiality for the Financial Statements as a whole was US$9.8 million, each component of the Group was audited to a lower 
materiality as detailed below.

We agreed with the Audit Committee (“the Committee”) that we would report to them all individual audit differences identified 
during the course of our audit in excess of US$0.2 million. We also agreed to report differences below these thresholds that, in our 
view, warranted reporting on qualitative grounds.

An overview of the scope of our audit
Whilst Petra Diamonds Limited is a London Stock Exchange listed company, the Group’s operating mines are located in South Africa 
(four significant operating mines as well as the Helam fissure mine) and Tanzania (one significant operating mine). In approaching 
the audit, we considered how the Group is constructed and assessed the business to be made up of six significant components being 
the Finsch, Cullinan, Kimberley Underground and Koffiefontein mines in South Africa, the Williamson mine in Tanzania and the 
Group’s head office function.

Full scope audits for Group reporting purposes were performed by component auditors in South Africa over the four significant 
South African reporting components and by component auditors in Tanzania over the one significant component in Tanzania. 
Audits for Group purposes were performed by component auditors in South Africa over remaining local reporting components. 
The Group audit team performed audits over Petra Diamonds Limited as a stand-alone entity, along with the audit of the Group, 
including the significant head office component and consolidation adjustments. The combined effect of this approach covered 
100% of Group revenue, profit before tax and assets.

The significant component audits were performed to component materiality levels as set by the Group audit team. Materiality 
for these significant component audits ranged from US$0.5 million to US$3.3 million.

Detailed instructions were sent to component auditors, which covered the significant areas to be covered by the audits (including 
the relevant risks of material misstatement detailed below), and set out the information required to be reported to the Group 
audit team. The Group audit team was physically present in South Africa and Tanzania at certain times during the substantive 
testing phase of the audits. The Group audit team was actively involved in the direction of the audits performed by the component 
auditors for Group reporting purposes, along with the consideration of findings and determination of conclusions drawn. The Responsible 
Individual and or his senior team visited three of the operating mines, attended the component clearance meetings and spent 
significant periods of time with the component auditors on location.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTSIndependent Auditors’ Report
To the members of Petra Diamonds Limited continued

Our assessment and response to risks of material misstatement 
We identified the following risks that we believe to have had the greatest impact on our audit strategy and scope and set out 
how we addressed those areas below:

Risk

Our response

Carrying value of the Kimberley Underground and Helam mining assets

As detailed in note 7, the assessment of any 
impairment to the carrying value of mining assets 
requires significant estimation by management.

The carrying value of the Kimberley Underground 
mining assets represented a risk given the limited 
headroom noted in previous periods at the Group’s 
Kimberley Underground mine and continued 
sensitivity of the carrying value to assumptions over 
future diamond prices, foreign exchange rates and 
achieving increased production in the near future.

The Helam mine was subject to a strategic business 
review in the Year. As a result, management have 
impaired the Helam mining assets by US$13.9 million 
to an estimate of its recoverable value.

Capital expenditure

The Group has incurred US$211.2 million of capital 
expenditure largely as part of its development of 
the Finsch, Cullinan and Koffiefontein mines. The 
existence, accuracy and completeness of capital 
expenditure at these mines represented a risk. 
Additionally, as discussed in note 14, judgement is 
applied by management in the allocation of costs 
between operating expenditure and capital 
expenditure and the extent to which borrowing 
costs meet the Group’s capitalisation criteria. 
This judgement added to the risk for our audit.

Depreciation

As detailed in note 14, the Group’s depreciation 
policy requires significant estimation and judgement 
to determine the allocation of assets to the particular 
orebody sections over which they will be utilised. 

Additionally, judgement is required in determining 
the estimated ore reserves and certain resources 
that are capable of economically viable extraction 
using the Group’s existing assets. This includes 
determination of the appropriate units of production 
measures for common infrastructure (such as 
processing plants and mine shafts) used across 
multiple sections of the orebody; and depreciated 
over reserves and resources included in the current 
LOM plans together with certain additional 
resources outside of the current LOM Plan.

 » We evaluated management’s impairment models against approved Life 
of Mine plans and our understanding of the operations, and critically 
challenged the key estimates and assumptions used by management 
for each of the Group’s operating mines but with particular focus on 
Kimberley Underground. 

 » Our testing included comparison of the diamond price forecasts to prices 
achieved by the Group in the Year, pricing trends and market forecasts; 
comparison of foreign exchange rates to market spot and forward rates; 
recalculation of discount rates for the assets by our valuation specialists; 
and critical review of the forecast cost and production profiles against 
approved mine plans and empirical performance.

 » We assessed the Group’s ability to achieve forecast growth in production 

with reference to plant upgrades and production run rates. 

 » We performed our own sensitivity analysis and evaluated the disclosures 

given in note 7.

 » We considered the findings of management’s strategic business review of 
the Helam mine to confirm the basis and accuracy of the impairment charge 
of US$13.9 million and the presentation of the impairment and mine’s results.

 » Our audit included detailed tests of controls and substantive procedures 
to obtain assurance as to the authorisation, accuracy and completeness of the 
recording and classification of capital expenditure. Verification procedures 
included verification of costs to source documentation and contracts.

 » We critically reviewed management’s allocation of costs between operating 
expenditure and capital expenditure to assess the allocation of such costs 
based on the nature of the underlying activity, supported by sample 
based verification testing. 

 » We verified that the Group’s application of IFRIC 20 “Stripping Costs” 
was appropriate by verifying the current and historic stripping cost 
expenditure and challenging management’s assessment regarding the 
allocation and depreciation of such costs.

 » We critically reviewed the borrowing costs incurred and relationship 
to ongoing capital expenditure to assess the validity of borrowing 
cost capitalisation.

 » Our audit included the sample based re-performance of depreciation 
calculations and we critically challenged the significant judgements, 
estimates and inputs to the calculations.

 » We analysed the reserves and resources used in the calculations 

compared to the Group’s current LOM plans and Reserves and Resources 
Statement. We further considered the competence and independence 
of the Competent Person.

 » We reviewed the Group’s strategic plans and met with the Group’s geologists 
and mining engineers to assess the appropriateness of the asset allocations, 
units of production methodology and the reserves and resources 
included in the calculations.

 » In particular, we challenged the extent to which additional resources to 
those in the current approved life of mine plan were capable of extraction 
using the Group’s existing asset base.

 » We evaluated the disclosure in note 14 regarding the Group’s depreciation 

policy and the judgements and estimates contained therein.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTSRisk

Related party disclosures

Our response

The Group has, or has had, a number of related 
party relationships and transactions as detailed in 
note 28. The accuracy and completeness of 
disclosures around related party transactions 
represented a focus area for our audit.

 » We considered the completeness of disclosure of related party 

transactions through review of statutory information, books and records 
and minutes and assessed the disclosures for accuracy against 
information obtained in our audit.

 » We agreed amounts disclosed to underlying documentation and 

reviewed relevant agreements as part of our evaluation of the disclosures.

 » We assessed the controls which management have in place to detect 
and record related parties and made inquiries regarding related party 
transactions at various levels of management.

The Report of the Audit Committee describes the Audit Committee’s assessment of each of these matters on pages 65 and 66. 

Report on other legal and regulatory requirements
Under the Listing Rules we are required to review the part of the Corporate Governance Statement relating to the Company’s compliance 
with the nine provisions of the UK Corporate Governance Code specified for our review. 

Under the terms of our engagement, we are required to report to you if, in our opinion, information in the Annual Report is:

 » materially inconsistent with the information in the audited Financial Statements; or 

 » apparently materially incorrect based on, or materially inconsistent with, our knowledge of the Company acquired in the course 

of performing our audit; or is otherwise misleading.

In particular, we are required to consider whether we have identified any inconsistencies between our knowledge acquired during the 
audit and the Directors’ statement that they consider the Annual Report is fair, balanced and understandable and whether the Annual 
Report appropriately discloses those matters that we communicated to the Committee which we consider should have been disclosed.

We have nothing to report in this respect of these matters.

Respective responsibilities of Directors and auditors
As explained more fully in the Statement of Directors’ Responsibilities, the Directors are responsible for the preparation of the 
Financial Statements in accordance with the Bermuda Companies Act 1981 and for being satisfied that they give a true and fair 
view. The Directors are responsible for such internal controls as the Directors determine are necessary to enable the preparation 
of Financial Statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error. 

Our responsibility is to audit and express an opinion on the Financial Statements in accordance with applicable law and International 
Standards on Auditing (as issued by the International Federation of Accountants (“IFAC”)). Those standards require us to comply 
with ethical requirements and plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the Financial Statements 
are free from material misstatement.

Scope of the audit of the Financial Statements
An audit includes performing procedures to obtain audit evidence about the amounts and disclosures in the Financial Statements. 
The procedures selected depend on the auditor’s judgement, including the risks of material misstatement of the Financial Statements, 
whether due to fraud or error. In making those risk assessments, the auditor considers the internal control relevant to the entity’s 
preparation and fair presentation of Financial Statements in order to design appropriate audit procedures that are appropriate in 
the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the entity’s internal control. An audit 
also includes evaluating the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates made by 
the Directors, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the Financial Statements. 

We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit opinion.

Scott McNaughton (Responsible Individual)
For and on behalf of
BDO LLP
Chartered accountants
London
17 October 2014

BDO LLP is a limited liability partnership registered in England and Wales (with registered number OC305127).

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTSConsolidated Income Statement
For the year ended 30 June 2014

US$ million

Revenue

Mining and processing costs

Other direct income 

Exploration expenditure 

Corporate expenditure

Impairment charge

Total operating costs

Financial income 

Financial expense

Profit before tax

Income tax charge

Profit for the year from continuing operations

Loss on discontinued operations (net of tax)

Profit for the year 

Profit/(loss) for the year attributable to:

Equity holders of the parent company

Non-controlling interest

Earnings per share attributable to the equity holders of the parent 
during the year

From continuing operations:

Basic profit – US$ cents

Diluted profit – US$ cents

From continuing and discontinued operations:

Basic profit – US$ cents

Diluted profit – US$ cents

Notes

3

4

5

6

7

8

8

9

10

12

12

12

12

2014

471.8

(320.1)

6.7

(2.9)

(13.7)

(13.9)

(343.9)

14.5

(18.0)

124.4

(41.0)

83.4

(15.9)

67.5

49.6

17.9

67.5

12.80

12.42

9.69

9.40

2013.1

392.5

(298.1)

6.1

(4.9)

(13.6)

—

(310.5)

8.0

(16.0)

74.0

(25.1)

48.9

(21.0)

27.9

32.0

(4.1)

27.9

10.43

10.14

6.30

6.13

1.  Comparative results have been amended to reflect the results of the Sedibeng JV and Star operations within the loss on discontinued operations (net of tax) 

as per the requirements of IFRS 5; refer to note 10.

The notes on pages 102 to 142 form part of these Financial Statements.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTSConsolidated Statement of Other Comprehensive Income
For the year ended 30 June 2014

US$ million

Profit for the year

Exchange differences on translation of the share-based payment reserve

Exchange differences on translation of foreign operations1

Exchange differences on non-controlling interest1

Profit on foreign exchanges hedges transferred directly to equity1

Recycling of foreign currency translation reserve on disposal of operations2

Valuation loss on available-for-sale financial asset1

Total comprehensive income/(expense) for the year

Total comprehensive income/(expense) for the year attributable to:

Equity holders of the parent company

Non-controlling interest 

 2014

67.5

2.7

(44.3)

(1.5)

3.1

8.5

—

36.0

19.6

16.4

36.0

2013

27.9

0.2

(97.9)

(4.7)

—

—

(0.1)

(74.6)

(65.8)

(8.8)

(74.6)

1.  Valuation losses on available-for-sale financial assets, exchange differences arising on non-controlling interests, exchange differences on translation of foreign operations and 

gains on foreign exchange hedges transferred directly to equity will be reclassified to profit and loss if specific future conditions are met. 

2. During the Year the Company disposed of the Sedibeng JV and Star operations and recognised a foreign exchange translation loss of US$8.5 million.

There is no taxation arising from items of other comprehensive income and expense.

The notes on pages 102 to 142 form part of these Financial Statements.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTSConsolidated Statement of Changes in Equity
For the year ended 30 June 2014

US$ million

At 1 July 2013

Profit for the year

Other comprehensive (expense)/income

Non-controlling interest disposed 

Transfer between reserves for 
exercise of options and warrants

Equity share-based payments 
settled in cash

Equity-settled share-based payments

Allotments during the year:

– Share options exercised

– Warrants exercised

At 30 June 2014

Share

Foreign
currency
premium translation
reserve
account

Share
capital

Share-
based

Hedging
payment and other
reserves

reserve

Retained Attributable
(losses)/
earnings

Non-
to the controlling
interest
parent

86.3

654.8

(143.0)

13.9

(0.8)

(40.1)

571.1

—

—

—

—

—

—

0.1

0.3

—

—

—

—

—

—

0.2

2.8

—

(35.8)

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

2.7

—

(4.2)

(0.7)

6.6

—

—

—

3.1

—

—

—

—

—

—

49.6

—

—

4.2

(3.9)

—

—

—

49.6

(30.0)

—

—

(4.6)

6.6

0.3

3.1

16.3

17.9

(1.5)

3.1

—

—

—

—

—

Total
equity

587.4

67.5

(31.5)

3.1

—

(4.6)

6.6

0.3

3.1

86.7

657.8

(178.8)

18.3

2.3

9.8

596.1

35.8

631.9

The notes on pages 102 to 142 form part of the Financial Statements.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTSConsolidated Statement of Changes in Equity
For the year ended 30 June 2014 continued

US$ million

At 1 July 2012

Profit/(loss) for the year

Other comprehensive 
(expense)/income

Non-controlling interest purchased 
(note 10)

Transfer between reserves for 
exercise of options and warrants

Equity-settled share-based payments

Allotments during the year:

– Share options exercised

– Warrants exercised

At 30 June 2013

Share

Foreign
currency
premium translation
reserve
account

Share
capital

85.7

651.1

(45.1)

—

—

—

—

—

0.2

0.4

—

—

—

—

—

1.0

2.7

—

(97.9)

—

—

—

—

—

10.3

—

0.2

—

(0.5)

3.9

—

—

Share-
based

Hedging
payment and other
reserves

reserve

Retained Attributable
(losses)/
earnings

Non-
to the controlling
interest
parent

(0.7)

(63.7)

637.6

—

32.0

32.0

27.4

(4.1)

Total
equity

665.0

27.9

(0.1)

—

(97.8)

(4.7)

(102.5)

—

—

—

—

—

(8.9)

(8.9)

(2.3)

(11.2)

0.5

—

—

—

—

3.9

1.2

3.1

—

—

—

—

—

3.9

1.2

3.1

86.3

654.8

(143.0)

13.9

(0.8)

(40.1)

571.1

16.3

587.4

Share capital
The share capital comprises the issued ordinary shares of the Company at par.

Share premium account
The share premium account comprises the excess value recognised from the issue of ordinary shares at par less share issue costs.

Foreign currency translation reserve
The foreign currency translation reserve comprises all foreign exchange differences arising from the translation of entities 
with a functional currency other than US Dollars and foreign exchange differences on net investments in foreign operations.

Share-based payment reserve
The share-based payment reserve comprises:

 » the fair value of employee and director options as measured at grant date and spread over the period during which the employees 

or directors become unconditionally entitled to the options; 

 » the fair value of shares awarded under the 2011 Longer-term Share Plan and the 2012 Performance Share Plan measured at 

grant date (inclusive of market-based vesting conditions) with estimated numbers of awards to vest due to non-market based 
vesting conditions evaluated each period and the fair value spread over the period during which the employees or directors 
become unconditionally entitled to the awards;

 » the fair value of warrants as measured at grant date and recognised immediately to reflect the vesting conditions; 

 » amounts transferred to retained losses in respect of exercised and lapsed warrants and options; and

 » amounts derecognised as part of cash settlement of vested awards originally planned for equity settlement.

Hedging and other reserves
The hedging reserves comprise the change in the fair value of derivative contracts which qualify as effective and are designated 
cashflow hedges of US$3.1 million (30 June 2013: US$nil). 

The other reserves comprise the cumulative gains or losses arising from available-for-sale financial assets of US$0.8 million 
(30 June 2013: US$0.8 million). The Directors do not consider there to be objective evidence that the available-for-sale financial 
asset is permanently impaired.

Retained earnings/(losses)
The retained earnings/(losses) comprise the Group’s cumulative accounting profits and losses incurred since incorporation.

Non-controlling interest
Non-controlling interest comprises amounts attributable to BEE (in South Africa) and Government (in Tanzania) shareholders 
in the Finsch, Cullinan, Koffiefontein, Kimberley Underground, Helam and Williamson mines. The non-controlling interest share 
of total comprehensive income includes US$16.4 million total comprehensive income (30 June 2013: US$8.8 million total 
comprehensive expense) for the Year. 

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTSConsolidated Statement of Financial Position
At 30 June 2014

US$ million

ASSETS

Non-current assets

Property, plant and equipment

Available-for-sale financial assets

Deferred tax asset

Loans and other receivables

Total non-current assets

Current assets

Trade and other receivables

Inventories

Derivative asset

Cash and cash equivalents (including restricted amounts)

Total current assets

Total assets

EQUITY AND LIABILITIES

Equity 

Share capital

Share premium account

Foreign currency translation reserve

Share-based payment reserve

Hedging and other reserves

Retained earnings/(losses)

Attributable to equity holders of the parent company

Non-controlling interests

Total equity

LIABILITIES 

Non-current liabilities

Loans and borrowings

Trade and other payables

Provisions

Deferred tax liabilities

Total non-current liabilities

Current liabilities

Loans and borrowings

Trade and other payables

Provisions

Total current liabilities

Total liabilities

Total equity and liabilities

Notes

2014

2013

14

24

17

17

18

25

19

20

21

22

23

24

21

22

23

839.1

0.1

3.0

89.2

931.4

86.0

46.1

1.4

34.0

735.6

0.1

5.9

85.4

827.0

93.7

53.7

—

26.2

167.5

1,098.9

173.6

1,000.6

86.7

657.8

(178.8)

18.3

2.3

9.8

596.1

35.8

631.9

125.1

64.2

75.4

96.4

361.1

33.8

70.0

2.1

105.9

467.0

86.3

654.8

(143.0)

13.9

(0.8)

(40.1)

571.1

16.3

587.4

109.9

65.3

67.3

64.1

306.6

37.1

64.7

4.8

106.6

413.2

1,098.9

1,000.6

The notes on pages 102 to 142 form part of the Financial Statements.

The Financial Statements were approved and authorised for issue by the Directors on 17 October 2014.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTSConsolidated Statement of Cashflows
For the year ended 30 June 2014

US$ million

Profit before taxation for the year from continuing 
and discontinued operations

Depreciation of property, plant and equipment 

Impairment

Increase/(decrease) in other provisions

Provision for retrenchments

Other finance income

Net unrealised foreign exchange (gain)/loss

Other finance expense

Loss on disposal of discontinued operations

Present value adjustment of rehabilitation provision – change in assumptions

Loss on sale of property, plant and equipment

Share-based payment provision

Cash-settled share-based payments

Operating profit before working capital changes

Decrease/(increase) in trade and other receivables

Increase in trade and other payables

Decrease/(increase) in inventories

Cash generated from operations

Finance expense

Taxation paid (corporate income tax)

Net cash generated from operating activities

Cashflows from investing activities

Acquisition of property, plant and equipment (including cash interest 
paid and capitalised of US$9.7 million (30 June 2013 US$9.3 million))

Payments for acquisition of increased interest in the Group’s 
South African mines 

Dividend received 

Loans advanced to BEE partners

Finance income

Transfer (to)/from restricted cash deposits

Net cash utilised in investing activities

Cashflows from financing activities

Proceeds from the issuance of share capital

Increase in borrowings

Repayment of borrowings

Net cash generated by financing activities

Net increase/(decrease) in cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of the year

Effect of exchange rate fluctuations on cash held

Cash and cash equivalents at end of the Year¹

Notes

7

8

8

8

2014

108.5

41.7

13.9

0.5

—

(10.9)

(3.6)

18.0

10.1

—

0.6

4.2

(4.6)

178.4

2.2

10.9

4.8

196.3

(0.2)

—

196.1

2013

52.5

42.8

12.6

(0.2)

2.6

(12.7)

4.7

16.1

—

(1.9)

—

3.3

— 

119.8

(57.3)

28.6

(15.5)

75.6

(2.6)

—

73.0

(209.1)

(190.6)

—

—

(0.5)

0.3

(1.7)

(0.6)

6.6

—

0.4

3.9

(211.0)

(180.3)

3.4

69.4

(50.8)

22.0

7.1

14.1

(1.0)

20.2

4.3

98.9

(9.2)

94.0

(13.3)

31.3

(3.9)

14.1

1.  Cash and cash equivalents in the Consolidated Statement of Financial Position includes restricted cash of US$13.8 million (30 June 2013: US$12.1 million) and unrestricted cash 

of US$20.2 million (30 June 2013: US$14.1 million).

The cashflows specific to the discontinued operations (net of tax) are disclosed in note 10.

The notes on pages 102 to 142 form part of the Financial Statements.

Significant non-cash transactions which are not reflected in the Consolidated Statement of Cashflows are set out in note 29.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTSNotes to the Annual Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2014

1. Accounting policies
Petra Diamonds Limited (“Petra” or “the Company”), a limited liability company listed on the Main Market of the London Stock 
Exchange, is registered in Bermuda and domiciled in Jersey. The Company’s registered address is 2 Church Street, Hamilton, Bermuda. 
The Financial Statements incorporate the principal accounting policies set out below and in the subsequent notes to these Financial 
Statements, which are, except as detailed in note 1.2, consistent with those adopted in the previous year’s Financial Statements. 

1.1 Basis of preparation 
The Financial Statements of the Company and its subsidiaries and associates (“the Group”) are prepared in accordance with 
International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS and IFRIC Interpretations) issued by the International Accounting Standards 
Board (“IASB”), as adopted by the European Union (“IFRS”). 

Going concern
The Group’s business activities, together with factors likely to affect its future development, performance and position, are 
set out in the Strategic Report. The financial position of the Group, its cashflows and borrowing facilities are set out in the 
Financial Review, which is part of the Strategic Report. The notes to the Financial Statements set out the Group’s objectives, 
policies and processes for managing its capital, exposures to credit risk, foreign exchange risk, interest rate risk and liquidity risk. 

The Directors have reviewed the Group’s current cash resources, funding requirements and ongoing trading of the operations. 
As a result of the review, the going concern basis has been adopted in preparing the Financial Statements and the Directors have 
no reason to believe that the Group will not be a going concern in the foreseeable future based on forecasts and available 
cash resources. 

Currency reporting 
The functional currency of the Company is Pounds Sterling (GBP) and the functional currency of the Group’s business transactions 
in Botswana and Tanzania is US Dollars. The functional currency of the South African operations is South African Rand (ZAR or R). 
The Group Financial Statements are presented in US Dollars (US$). ZAR balances are translated to US Dollars at R10.63 as at 30 June 2014 
(30 June 2013: R9.88) and at an average rate of R10.38 for transactions during the Year ended 30 June 2014 (30 June 2013: R8.83).

Financial statements of foreign entities 
Assets and liabilities of foreign entities (i.e. those with a functional currency other than US$) are translated at rates of exchange 
ruling at the financial year end; income and expenditure and cashflow items are translated at rates of exchange ruling at the date 
of the transaction or at rates approximating the rates of exchange at the date of the translation where appropriate. Fair value 
adjustments arising on the acquisition of a foreign entity are treated as assets and liabilities of the foreign entity and translated 
at the exchange rate ruling at the reporting date or the effective rate when a transaction is hedged. Exchange differences arising 
from the translation of foreign entities are taken directly to a foreign currency translation reserve. 

Foreign operations
Unrealised gains and losses arising on the translation of loans to subsidiaries into the currency in which they are denominated and 
that are not expected to be repaid in the foreseeable future are treated as part of the net investment in foreign operations. The 
unrealised foreign exchange gains and losses attributable to foreign operations are taken directly to the Consolidated Statement 
of Other Comprehensive Income and reflected in the foreign currency translation reserve. Such unrealised gains and losses are 
recycled through the Consolidated Income Statement on disposal of the Group’s shares in the entity. 

Unrealised gains and losses arising on the translation of loans to subsidiaries into the currency in which they are denominated 
and that are expected to be repaid in the foreseeable future are recognised in the Consolidated Income Statement. 

Foreign currency transactions 
Transactions in foreign currencies are recorded at rates of exchange ruling at the transaction date. Monetary assets and liabilities 
denominated in foreign currencies are translated at the rate of exchange ruling at the reporting date. Gains and losses arising on 
translation are credited to, or charged against, income. The issue of shares are included in share capital and share premium at the 
prevailing US$/Sterling spot rate at the date of the transaction. 

Significant judgements and estimates relevant to the basis of preparation
Net investments in foreign operations
Management assess the extent to which intra-group loans to foreign operations that give rise to unrealised foreign exchange 
gains and losses are considered to be permanent as equity or repayable in the foreseeable future. The foreign exchange on 
permanent as equity loans are recorded in foreign currency translation reserve until such time as the operation is sold, whilst 
the foreign exchange on loans repayable in the foreseeable future are recorded in the Consolidated Income Statement.

1.2 New standards and interpretations applied
The IASB has issued the following new standards, amendments to published standards and interpretations to existing standards 
with effective dates on or prior to 1 July 2013 which have been adopted by the Group for the first time this Year and which have 
not had a material effect. The new standards and amendments relevant to the Group have been disclosed below:

IFRS 13
IFRIC 20
IFRS 7
IAS 19
IAS 36

Fair Value Measurement
Stripping Costs in the Production Phase of a Surface Mine
Disclosures – Offsetting Financial Assets and Financial Liabilities
Amendment – Employee Benefits
Recoverable amount disclosures for non-financial assets
Annual improvements to IFRSs (2009–2011 Cycle)

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Effective period
commencing
on or after

Impact on Group

1 January 2013 No material impact
 1 January 2013 No material impact
1 January 2013 No material impact
1 January 2013 No material impact
1 March 2013 No material impact
1 January 2013 No material impact

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS1. Accounting policies continued
IAS 19 – The amendment to IAS 19 “Employee Benefits” withdraws the corridor method that the Group previously used in its accounting 
policy. Before the amendments, IAS 19 permitted leaving actuarial gains and losses unrecognised if they were within a ‘corridor’ 
and deferred recognition of actuarial gains and losses outside the corridor in profit or loss (the corridor approach). The amendments 
to IAS 19 result in the elimination of the corridor approach. They also require immediate recognition of actuarial gains and losses 
and the return on plan assets in the Consolidated Statement of Other Comprehensive Income. There are additional amendments 
to presentation. The adoption of IAS 19 during the Year by the Group did not have a material impact on the results for the Year 
or the results of prior periods.

IFRIC 20 – This interpretation applies to waste removal (stripping) costs that are incurred in surface mining activity, during the 
production phase of the mine (production stripping costs). The Group has open cast mining activities and so this standard is relevant. 
IFRIC 20 requires that, to the extent that the benefit from the stripping activity is realised in the form of inventory produced, 
the directly attributable costs of that activity should be treated as ore stockpile inventory. To the extent that the benefit is the 
improved access to ore, the directly attributable costs should be treated as a non-current ‘stripping activity asset’, if the 
following criteria are met:

 » it is probable that the future economic benefit (improved access to the orebody) associated with the stripping activity will flow 

to the entity;

 » the entity can identify the component of the orebody for which access has been improved; and

 » the costs relating to the improved access to that component can be measured reliably.

The stripping activity asset is initially measured at cost and is treated as an enhancement of an existing asset, not as an independent 
asset. Subsequently the stripping activity asset is accounted for in a manner consistent with that adopted for the asset it has enhanced 
and is depreciated on a units of production basis over the expected useful life of the identified component of the orebody that 
becomes more accessible as a result of the stripping activity. The adoption of IFRIC 20 during the Year by the Group did not have 
a material impact on the results for the Year or the results of prior periods.

New standards and interpretations not yet effective
Certain new standards, amendments and interpretations to existing standards have been published that are mandatory for the Group’s 
accounting periods beginning after 1 July 2014 or later periods and which the Group has decided not to adopt early or which are yet 
to be EU endorsed. These are:

IFRS 91
IFRS 10
IFRS 11
IFRS 12
IAS 27
IAS 28
IAS 321

Financial Instruments
Consolidated Financial Statements
Joint Arrangements
Disclosure of Interests in Other Entities
Amendment – Separate Financial Statements
Amendment – Investments in Associates and Joint Ventures
Offsetting Financial Assets and Financial Liabilities

1.  Not yet adopted by the European Union.

Effective period
 commencing 
on or after

1 January 2015
1 January 2014
1 January 2014
1 January 2014
1 January 2014
1 January 2014
1 January 2014

The Group is currently assessing the impact of these standards on the Financial Statements. Those anticipated to be significant or relevant 
to the Group are as follows:

IFRS 10 – The Group holds a controlling interest in its mines and consolidates them accordingly. The Group also holds an equity 
accounted interest in one of its South African BEE partners. IFRS 10 introduces amendments to the definition of control under IFRS. 
However, the Group does not anticipate any change to its accounting treatment under IFRS 10. 

IFRS 12 – The new standard amends disclosures regarding interests in other entities including subsidiaries, joint arrangements, associates 
and unconsolidated structured entities. The disclosures are intended to help users understand the judgements and assumptions made by 
a reporting entity when deciding how to classify its involvement with another entity; help users understand the interest that non-controlling 
interests have in consolidated entities; and help users assess the nature of the risks associated with interests in other entities. The Group 
anticipates changes to its disclosure as a result of this standard and is currently assessing the impact.

1.3 Basis of consolidation
Subsidiaries
Subsidiaries are those entities over whose financial and operating policies the Group has the power to exercise control. The Group Financial 
Statements incorporate the assets, liabilities and results of operations of the Company and its subsidiaries. The results of subsidiaries 
acquired and disposed of during a financial year are included from the effective dates of acquisition to the date control ceases. Where 
necessary, the accounting policies of subsidiaries are changed to ensure consistency with the policies adopted by the Group.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTSNotes to the Annual Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2014 continued

1. Accounting policies continued
Business combinations
The results of business combinations are accounted for using the acquisition method. In the Consolidated Statement of Financial Position, 
the acquiree’s identifiable assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities are initially recognised at their fair values at the acquisition date. The 
results of acquired operations are included in the Consolidated Income Statement and Consolidated Statement of Other Comprehensive 
Income from the date on which control is obtained. Business combinations are deconsolidated from the date control ceases. The interest 
of non-controlling shareholders in the acquiree is initially measured at the non-controlling shareholders’ proportionate share of the acquiree’s 
identifiable net assets (after any relevant fair value adjustments to the assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities recognised as part 
of the business combination). All costs incurred on business combinations are charged to the Consolidated Income Statement. 

Changes in the Group’s ownership interests that do not result in a loss of control are accounted for as equity transactions with 
the existing shareholder.

Transactions eliminated on consolidation 
Intra-group balances and transactions, and any gains or losses arising from intra-group transactions, are eliminated in preparing the 
Consolidated Financial Statements. Unrealised gains arising from transactions with associates are eliminated to the extent of the Group’s 
interest in the enterprises. Unrealised gains arising from transactions with associates are eliminated against the investment in the associates. 
Unrealised losses on transactions with associates are eliminated in the same way as unrealised gains except that they are only eliminated 
to the extent that there is no evidence of impairment. 

Non-controlling interests
Non-controlling interests in the net assets of consolidated subsidiaries are identified separately from the Group’s equity. Non-controlling 
interests consist of the amount of those interests at the date of the original business combination and the non-controlling shareholder’s 
share of changes in equity since the date of the combination. The non-controlling interests’ share of losses, where applicable, are attributed 
to the non-controlling interests irrespective of whether the non-controlling shareholders have a binding obligation and are able to make 
an additional investment to cover the losses. 

1.4 Revenue 
Revenue comprises net invoiced diamond sales to customers excluding VAT. Diamond sales are made through a competitive tender process 
and recognised when significant risks and rewards of ownership are transferred to the buyer, costs can be measured reliably and receipt 
of future economic benefits is probable. This is deemed to be the point at which the tender is awarded. 

1.5 Key estimates and judgements
The preparation of the Consolidated Financial Statements requires management to make estimates and judgements and form assumptions 
that affect the reported amounts of the assets and liabilities, reported revenue and costs during the periods presented therein, and the 
disclosure of contingent liabilities at the date of the Financial Statements. Estimates and judgements are continually evaluated and based 
on management’s historical experience and other factors, including future expectations and events that are believed to be reasonable. 
The estimates and assumptions that have a significant risk of causing a material adjustment to the financial results of the Group in future 
reporting periods are discussed in the relevant sections of this report and summarised as follows:

Key estimate or judgement

Net investments in foreign operations judgements
Life of mine and ore reserves and resources estimates and judgements
Impairment review estimates and judgements 
Capitalisation of borrowing costs judgement
Taxation judgement
Depreciation judgements
Inventory and inventory stockpile estimates
Provision for rehabilitation estimates
Valuation of share options and share-based incentives
Pension scheme estimates
Post-retirement medical fund estimates

Note

1.1
7
7
8 and 14
9
14
18
23
27
31
32

2. Segment information
Significant accounting policies relevant to segmental reporting
A segment is a distinguishable component of the Group that is engaged either in providing mining or exploration activities, or in 
providing products or services within a particular economic environment, which is subject to risks and rewards that are different from 
those of other segments. The basis of segment reporting is representative of the internal structure used for management reporting.

Segment information is presented in respect of the Group’s operating and geographical segments:

 » Mining: the extraction and sale of rough diamonds from mining operations in South Africa and Tanzania.

 » Exploration: exploration activities in Botswana. 

Management reviews the Group’s performance by reviewing the results of the mining activities in South Africa and Tanzania, reviewing 
the results of exploration activities in Botswana and reviewing the corporate administration expenses in Jersey. Each segment derives, 
or aims to derive, its revenue from diamond mining and diamond sales, except for the corporate and administration cost centre. 

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS2. Segment information continued
Segment results, assets and liabilities include items directly attributable to a segment, as well as those that can be allocated on a 
reasonable basis. Segment results are calculated after charging direct mining costs, depreciation and other income and expenses. 
Unallocated items comprise mainly interest-earning assets and revenue, interest-bearing borrowings and expenses and corporate 
assets and expenses. Segment capital expenditure is the total cost incurred during the Year to acquire segment assets that are 
expected to be used for more than one period. Eliminations comprise transactions between Group companies that are cancelled 
on consolidation. The results are not materially affected by seasonal variations. Revenues are generated from tenders held in 
South Africa and Antwerp for external customers from various countries, the ultimate customers of which are not known 
to the Group.

The Group’s non-current assets are located in South Africa US$824.3 million (30 June 2013: US$730.0 million), Tanzania US$106.5 million 
(30 June 2013: US$96.5 million), Botswana US$0.5 million (30 June 2013: US$0.4 million) and Jersey US$0.1 million (30 June 2013: 
US$0.1 million). The Group’s property, plant and equipment included in non-current assets are located in South Africa US$732.1 million 
(30 June 2013: US$638.7 million), Tanzania US$106.5 million (30 June 2013: US$96.5 million) and Botswana US$0.5 million 
(30 June 2013: US$0.4 million).

South Africa – mining activities

Tanzania
– mining
 activities

Botswana

Jersey

Finsch
2014

183.7

Cullinan
2014

Koffiefontein 
2014

Kimberley
Underground
2014

Fissure Mine
(Helam)
2014

Williamson
2014

Exploration
2014

Corporate 
administration
2014

Inter-
segment
2014

Consolidated
2014

162.8

26.7

38.8

5.9

53.9

—

—

—

471.8

82.0

75.5

—

1.9

—

1.0

83.9

76.5

5.2

—

0.5

5.7

3.5

—

0.1

3.6

(16.3)

(13.9)

3.0

(27.2)

1.0

—

0.2

1.2

(2.9)

(13.7)

0.8

135.1

—

—

—

—

—

—

(13.9)

6.7

(2.9)

(13.7)

0.8

127.9

14.5

(18.0)

(41.0)

(15.9)

(17.9)

49.6

337.2

581.0

129.8

235.5

345.2

121.7

67.8

93.1

30.7

78.5

95.7

10.1

11.3

141.7

1.0

1,944.9

(2,126.5)

1,098.9

56.2

260.5

34.7

912.4

(1,594.9)

467.0

1.0³

8.9

0.2

1.9

(2.5)

211.2

Operating
segments
US$ million

Revenue 

Segment 
result1
Impairment 
charge
Other direct 
income

Operating 
profit/(loss)2
Financial 
income
Financial 
expense
Income tax 
expense
Loss on 
discontinued 
operations (net 
of tax)
Non-
controlling 
interest 
Profit 
attributable to 
equity holders 
of the parent 
company

Segment 
assets
Segment 
liabilities
Capital 
expenditure

1.  The segment result includes total depreciation of US$41.7 million comprises depreciation incurred at Finsch US$13.0 million, Cullinan US$7.7 million, Koffiefontein US$2.0 million, 

Kimberley Underground US$4.3 million, Helam US$10.8 million, Williamson US$3.3 million, Exploration US$0.1 million and Corporate administration US$0.5 million.

2. Operating profit is equivalent to revenue of US$471.8 million less total operating costs of US$343.9 million as disclosed in the Consolidated Income Statement.

3.  Capital expenditure at Helam includes work in progress of US$0.3 million in respect of the manufacture of plant and equipment for other mines within the Group. Other direct 

income in respect of Helam includes US$13.5 million of revenue and US$14.8 million of costs in respect of the Helam projects division for the manufacture of plant and equipment 
for other mines within the Group. 

Segment assets and liabilities include inter-company receivables and payables which are eliminated on consolidation.

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For the year ended 30 June 2014 continued

2. Segment information continued

South Africa – mining activities

Tanzania
– mining
 activities

Botswana

Jersey

Operating
segments
US$ million

Revenue 

Segment 
result1
Other direct 
income

Operating 
profit/(loss)2
Financial 
income
Financial 
expense
Income tax 
expense
Loss from 
discontinued 
operations (net 
of tax)
Non-
controlling 
interest 

Profit 
attributable to 
equity holders 
of the parent 
company

Segment 
assets
Segment 
liabilities
Capital 
expenditure

Finsch
2013

160.6

Cullinan Koffiefontein Underground
2013

2013

2013

Kimberley Fissure Mine4

Corporate
(Helam) Williamson Exploration administration
2013

2013

2013

2013

Inter-

segment Consolidated
2013

2013

133.0

16.6

33.4

7.0

41.9

— 

— 

— 

392.5

61.2

49.5

(9.4)

(0.2)

3.0

1.7

0.6

0.2

(3.7)

(0.8)

(3.8)

(4.9)

(13.6)

0.8

75.9

0.4

— 

— 

1.0 

6.1

64.2

51.2

(8.8)

— 

(4.5)

(3.4)

(4.9)

(13.6)

1.8

82.0

8.0

(16.0)

(25.1)

(21.0)

4.1

32.0

241.5

542.8

92.2

87.9

85.9

121.1

0.9

1,824.8

(1,996.5)

1,000.6

186.0

322.9

88.2

106.1

131.9

240.0

31.7

877.1

(1,570.7)

413.2

48.6

89.0

20.4

21.6

7.03

11.7

— 

5.4

(12.5)

191.2

1.  The segment result includes total depreciation of US$42.3 million comprises depreciation incurred at Finsch US$15.8 million, Cullinan US$11.2 million, Koffiefontein US$2.2 million, 

Kimberley Underground US$9.0 million, Helam US$1.2 million, Williamson US$2.5 million, Exploration US$0.1 million and Corporate administration US$0.3 million.

2. Operating profit is equivalent to revenue of US$392.5 million less total operating costs of US$310.5 million as disclosed in the Consolidated Income Statement.

3.  Capital expenditure at Helam includes work in progress of US$4.4 million in respect of the manufacture of plant and equipment for other mines within the Group. Other direct 

income in respect of Helam includes US$35.9 million of revenue and US$36.9 million of costs in respect of the Helam projects division for the manufacture of plant and equipment 
for other mines within the Group. 

4. The prior year numbers have been restated due to a reclassification of the Sedibeng JV and Star results to loss on discontinued operations (net of tax). 

Segment assets and liabilities include inter-company receivables and payables which are eliminated on consolidation.

3. Mining and processing costs
Significant accounting policies relevant to mining and processing costs, other direct income, exploration 
expenditure and corporate expenditure
Refer to notes 11, 14, 18, and 27 for the Group’s policies, relevant to the significant cost lines below, on employment costs, 
depreciation, inventories, share-based payments and related key judgements and estimates. 

Exploration and evaluation costs
Exploration and evaluation costs on greenfield sites are written off in the year in which they are incurred. Pre-production 
expenditure is only capitalised once feasibility studies indicate commercial viability and the Board takes the decision to develop 
the project further. Capitalisation of pre-production expenditure ceases when the project is capable of commercial production 
whereupon it is amortised on a units of production basis. Exploration and evaluation expenditure on brownfield sites, being those 
adjacent to deposits already being mined or where the economic feasibility of existing deposits have been proven, is capitalised 
within mineral properties. Amortisation only occurs upon commencement of commercial production. No brownfield exploration 
costs have been capitalised in the Consolidated Statement of Financial Position.

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US$ million

Raw materials and consumables used
Employee expenses
Depreciation of mining assets
Diamond royalty
Changes in inventory of finished goods and stockpiles

4. Other direct income
US$ million

Loss on disposal of fixed assets
Revaluation of environmental rehabilitation liability – change in assumption/estimate
Other mining income

5. Exploration expenditure
US$ million

Employee expenses
Depreciation of exploration assets 
Drilling, sampling and air survey expenses
Rental and equipment hire
Other exploration expenses

6. Corporate expenditure
US$ million

Auditors’ remuneration
– Audit services1
– Audit-related services
– Non-audit services2
Depreciation of property, plant and equipment
Operating lease rentals – buildings
Other charges

Share-based expense – Directors 
Share-based expense – Senior Management
Other staff costs

Total staff costs

2014

142.5
128.2
41.1
4.5
3.8

320.1

2014 

0.6
—
(7.3)

(6.7)

2013

144.4
122.0
41.9
3.6
(13.8)

298.1

2013

—
(1.9)
(4.2)

(6.1)

2014 

2013

1.0
0.1
1.3
0.1
0.4

2.9

1.0
0.1
3.0
0.1
0.7

4.9

2014

2013

0.8
0.1
0.5
0.5
0.8
4.0

2.1
0.5
4.4

7.0

0.7
—
—
0.3
0.7
4.2

1.4
0.5
5.8

7.7

13.7

13.6

1.  Audit fees for the Year ended 30 June 2014 stated above refer to fees for the FY 2013 audit; audit fees for the Year ended 30 June 2013 refer to fees for the FY 2012 audit.

2. Non-audit services refer to corporate finance services and ESG training. Refer to the Audit Committee Report on page 67 for further information.

All share-based payments are in respect of equity-settled share option schemes and share award schemes as stated in note 27.

7. Impairment of operational assets and investments
Significant accounting policies relevant to impairment 
The carrying amounts of the Group’s assets are reviewed at each reporting date to determine whether there is any indication of 
impairment. If there is any indication that an asset may be impaired, its recoverable amount is estimated. The recoverable amount 
is the higher of its fair value less cost to sell and its value in use. 

In assessing value in use, the expected future pre-tax cashflows from the asset are discounted to their present value using a pre-tax 
discount rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the asset. The LOM 
plan is the approved management plan at the reporting date for ore extraction and its associated capital expenditure. The capital 
expenditure included in the impairment model does not include capital expenditure to enhance the asset performance outside of the 
existing LOM plan. Details of each LOM are provided on page 110. The ore tonnes included in the Reserves and Resources Statement, 
which management considers economically viable, often includes ore tonnes in excess of those used in the LOM model and 
therefore the impairment test. An impairment loss is recognised whenever the carrying amount of an asset exceeds 
its recoverable amount. 

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 
 
Notes to the Annual Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2014 continued

7. Impairment of operational assets and investments continued
For an asset that does not generate cash inflows that are largely independent of those from other assets, the recoverable amount 
is determined for the cash-generating unit to which the asset belongs. Each mine represents a separate cash-generating unit. An 
impairment loss is recognised in the Consolidated Income Statement whenever the carrying amount of the cash-generating unit 
exceeds its recoverable amount. 

A previously recognised impairment loss is reversed if the recoverable amount increases as a result of a change in the estimates 
used to determine the recoverable amount, but not to an amount higher than the carrying amount that would have been 
determined (net of depreciation) had no impairment loss been recognised in prior years. 

Significant judgements and estimates relevant to impairment
Life of mine and ore reserves/resources
There are numerous risks inherent in estimating ore reserves and resources and the associated current LOM plan. The LOM plan 
is the current approved management plan for ore extraction that considers specific ore reserves and resources and associated capital 
expenditure. The LOM plan frequently includes less tonnes than the total reserves and resources that are set out in the Group’s 
Reserves and Resources Statement and which management may consider to be economically viable and capable of future extraction.

Management must make a number of assumptions when making estimates of reserves and resources, including assumptions as to 
exchange rates, rough diamond and other commodity prices, recovery and production rates. Any such estimates and assumptions 
may change as new information becomes available. Changes in exchange rates, commodity prices, recovery and production rates 
may change the economic viability of ore reserves and resources and may ultimately result in the restatement of the ore reserves 
and resources and potential impairment to the carrying value of the mining assets and LOM. 

The current LOM plan is used to determine the ore tonnes and capital expenditure in the impairment tests. 

Ore reserves and resources, both those included in the LOM and certain additional tonnes contained within the Group’s Reserves 
and Resources statement which form part of reserves and resources considered to be sufficiently certain and economically viable, 
also impact the depreciation of mining assets depreciated on a unit of production basis (refer to note 14). Ore reserves and 
resources further impact the estimated date of decommissioning and rehabilitation (refer to note 23).

Impairment reviews
While conducting an impairment review of its assets, the Group exercises judgement in making assumptions about future rough 
diamond prices, volumes of production, ore reserves and resources included in the current LOM plans, feasibility studies, future 
development and production costs and macroeconomic factors such as inflation and discount rates. Changes in estimates used 
can result in significant changes to the Consolidated Income Statement and Consolidated Statement of Financial Position. The 
Group prepares value in use impairment models and assesses mining assets for impairment. The net present value exceeds the 
carrying value of the Kimberley Underground mining assets by 85% (30 June 2013: 20%) but remains sensitive to rough diamond 
prices, foreign exchange rates, forecasted growth in production rates and the successful exploitation of orebodies.

30 June 2014
During the Year to 30 June 2014, the Group reviewed the Helam operational assets for indicators of impairment. Impairment of 
property, plant and equipment was considered appropriate given the outcome of the business review exercise. The Group recognised 
a Consolidated Income Statement charge of US$13.9 million, being management’s estimate of fair value less costs to sell the Helam 
assets. Detail of the impairment assessment is shown below.

Impairment
US$ million

Helam

Total

Asset class

Property, plant 
and equipment

Mineral properties

Underground development

Buildings
Mining property, plant 
and equipment

Segment

Impairment

Fissure mines

13.9

4.1

4.5

1.2

4.1

13.9

Carrying
value

1.3

1.3

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30 June 2013
At 31 December 2012, the Group had, in conjunction with its BEE partners, decided to undertake a sale process in respect of 
its fissure mine operations, comprising the Helam, Sedibeng JV and Star mines in South Africa (the “Fissure Mines”). On initial 
reclassification of the Fissure Mines as held for sale, the Group recognised Consolidated Income Statement charges of US$17.8 million, 
being management’s re-measurement to fair value less costs to sell the discontinued Fissure Mines in a disposal group, allocated 
to property, plant and equipment. During H2 FY 2013, the sale process was concluded without an acceptable funded offer being 
received. The mines were declassified out of held for sale status accordingly and the fair value adjustment of US$17.8 million was 
reversed to the extent of the lower of carrying value (adjusted for depreciation that would have arisen), value in use and fair value 
less cost to sell of each mine as assessed following the end of the sale process. The reversal totalled US$5.2 million.

Accordingly, the Group recognised an impairment loss for the year relating to operational assets at Sedibeng JV and Star of 
US$12.6 million. The Group formally decided to put both Sedibeng JV and Star on care and maintenance, meaning that they would 
not be actively mined until the economic viability of those mines improve. Management reviewed the Helam operational assets 
for indicators of impairment and following the assessment no impairment of property, plant and equipment was considered 
appropriate at 30 June 2013. Details of the impairment test assessments are shown in notes 7.1 and 7.2. 

Impairment
US$ million

Sedibeng JV

Star

Total

Asset class

Property, plant 
and equipment

Mineral properties

Underground development

Buildings
Mining property, plant 
and equipment

Property, plant 
and equipment

Mineral properties

Underground development

Buildings
Mining property, plant 
and equipment

Segment

Impairment

Carrying
value
post-impairment

Fissure mines

11.8

1.8

Fissure mines

3.4

3.4

0.9

4.1

0.8

—

0.2

—

0.6

0.5

12.6

2.3

The prior year impairment charge related to Sedibeng JV and Star and has been reclassified within the loss from discontinued 
operations comparatives. Refer to note 10.

7.1 Impairment testing assumptions 
a) Impaired operations: Helam
30 June 2014
The recoverable value for Helam was derived by estimating the expected value to be recovered through the sale of the assets, 
less cost to sell, which gave rise to a value in excess of the value in use.

30 June 2013
The recoverable values for Sedibeng JV and Star were derived by estimating the expected values to be recovered through the sale 
of these assets, less cost to sell, which gave rise to a value in excess of the value in use.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTSNotes to the Annual Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2014 continued

7. Impairment of operational assets and investments continued
7.2 Impairment tests – other mining operations 30 June 2014 and 30 June 2013
a) Non-impaired operations
The Group performs impairment testing on an annual basis of all operations and when there are potential indicators which may 
require impairment. In addition to Helam, the Group also performed impairment testing for Finsch, Cullinan, Koffiefontein, Kimberley 
Underground and Williamson. The results of the impairment testing performed did not indicate any impairments on the remaining 
mining operations. As set out in the Group’s accounting policies, only reserves and resources and capital expenditure plans included 
within the Group’s LOM plans are used. The key assumptions used in determining the recoverable value calculations, determined 
on a value in use basis, are listed in the table below:

Key assumptions

Explanation

Recoverable value of 
reserves and resources

Economically recoverable reserves and resources are based on management’s expectations based on the 
availability of reserves and resources at mine sites and technical studies undertaken in-house and by third 
party specialists. Resources remaining after the current LOM plans have not been included in impairment 
testing for the above operations. 

Life of mine – reserves 
and resources

LOM – capital 
expenditure 

Diamond prices

Finsch – LOM includes Block 5 over the next 16 years (30 June 2013: 17 years); total resource processed 
58.6 Mt (52.8 Mt underground ROM and 5.8 Mt tailings) (30 June 2013: 74.5 Mt (53.0 Mt underground 
ROM and 21.5 Mt tailings)) at a rate of 5.4 Mtpa (2.8 Mtpa underground ROM tonnes and 2.6 Mtpa 
tailings tonnes) (30 June 2013: 5.5 Mtpa (2.8 Mtpa underground ROM tonnes and 2.7 Mtpa tailings 
tonnes) reducing to 3.5 Mtpa (3.5 Mtpa underground ROM tonnes and 0.0 Mtpa tailings tonnes)) 
(30 June 2013: 6.2 Mtpa (3.2 Mtpa underground ROM tonnes and 3.0 Mtpa tailings tonnes)).

Cullinan – LOM includes C-Cut Phase 1 and reprocessing of certain tailings over the next 16 years 
(30 June 2013: 17 years); total resource processed 95.6 Mt (54.9 Mt underground ROM and 40.7 Mt 
tailings) (30 June 2013: 101 Mt (57.6 Mt underground ROM and 43.4 Mt tailings)) at a rate of 5.4 Mtpa 
(2.7 Mtpa underground ROM tonnes and 2.7 Mtpa tailings tonnes) (30 June 2013: 5.5 Mtpa (2.8 Mtpa 
underground ROM tonnes and 2.7 Mtpa tailings tonnes)) increasing to 6.7 Mtpa (4.0 Mtpa underground 
ROM tonnes and 2.7 Mtpa tailings tonnes) (30 June 2013: 6.7 Mtpa (4.0 Mtpa underground ROM tonnes 
and 2.7 Mtpa tailings tonnes)).

Koffiefontein – 11 years (30 June 2013: 12 years) LOM plan; total resource processed 12.8 Mt (11.7 Mt 
underground ROM and 1.1 Mt surface/tailings tonnes) (30 June 2013: 14.2 Mt (12.0 Mt underground ROM tonnes 
and 2.2 Mt surface/tailings tonnes)) at a rate of 1.5 Mtpa (0.7 Mtpa underground ROM tonnes and 0.8 Mtpa 
surface/tailings tonnes) (30 June 2013: 1.5 Mtpa (0.3 Mtpa underground and 1.2 Mtpa surface/tailings tonnes) 
reducing to 1.1 Mtpa (1.1 Mtpa underground and 0.0 Mtpa surface/tailings tonnes)).

Kimberley Underground – 12 years (30 June 2013: 13 years) LOM plan; total resource processed 
13.2 Mt (30 June 2013: 12.8 Mt) at a rate of 1.17 Mtpa increasing to 1.25 Mtpa (30 June 2013: 1.1 Mtpa 
increasing to 1.25 Mtpa).

Williamson – 19 years (30 June 2013: 20 years) LOM plan: total resource processed 92.3 Mt (30 June 2013: 
95.5 Mt) at a rate of 4.2 Mtpa (3.7 Mtpa surface ROM and 0.5 Mtpa alluvial tonnes) increasing to 5.0 Mtpa 
(5.0 Mtpa surface ROM and 0.0 Mtpa alluvial tonnes) (30 June 2013: 3.9 Mtpa (3.6 Mtpa surface ROM tonnes 
and 0.3 Mtpa alluvial tonnes) increasing to 5.0 Mtpa (5.0 Mtpa surface ROM and 0.0 Mtpa alluvial tonnes)).

Management has estimated the timing and quantum of the capital expenditure based on the Group’s current 
LOM plans for each operation. There is no inclusion of capital expenditure to enhance the asset beyond 
exploitation of the LOM plan orebody.

Diamond prices are based on guidance prices as shown on page 17. The ROM US$/carat price range used 
in the calculations was US$140–US$800 (30 June 2013: US$140–US$650).

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Key assumptions

Explanation

Discount rate

The discount rate used for the South African operations represents the before-tax risk-free rate 
per the RSA Government bonds adjusted for market risk, volatility and risks specific to the asset.

Inflation rate

Exchange rates

The discount rate used for Williamson represents the before-tax risk-free rate per the Tanzanian 
Government bonds adjusted for market risk, volatility and risks specific to the asset.

Long-term inflation rate of 4.0% (30 June 2013: 4.0%) above a long-term US inflation rate of 2.5% 
(30 June 2013: 2.5%) per annum was used for US$ diamond prices. Long-term inflation rates of 3.5%–7.5% 
(30 June 2013: 3.5%–7.5%) above the prevailing US$ inflation rate were used for Opex and Capex valuations.

Exchange rates are based on external market consensus and after considering long-term market expectations. 
The US$/R exchange rate range used commenced at R10.30 (30 June 2013: R9.00), further devaluing at 3.5% 
(30 June 2013: 3.5%) per annum.

Valuation basis

Discounted present value of future cashflows.

Sensitivity

The mine with the lowest headroom is Kimberley Underground at 85.0%. Management notes that a 19.3% 
movement in diamond prices or a 52.0% movement in production (for FY 2015, FY 2016 and FY 2017) or 
a 19.4% movement in foreign exchange rates as compared to the R10.30/US$1 base foreign exchange rate 
for FY 2015 at Kimberley Underground would result in a break-even impairment scenario. The impairment 
test includes initial increased production tonnes of 29% for FY 2015 versus FY 2014.

The diamond prices used in the impairment test have been set with reference to recent achieved pricing and 
market trends and long-term diamond price escalators reflect the Group’s assessment of market supply/demand 
fundamentals, although short-term volatility remains possible within the market. Foreign exchange rates of 
R10.30/US$1 are considered to be conservatively forecast given current exchange rates, but the US$/R exchange 
rate volatility remains. The production growth included in the forecasts are considered achievable given 
recent plant upgrades and processing rates.

8. Net financing (expense)/income
Significant accounting policies relevant to net financial (expense)/income
Finance income comprises income from interest and finance related exchange gains and losses. Interest is recognised on a time 
apportioned basis, taking account of the principal outstanding and the effective rate over the period to maturity, when it is 
probable that such income will accrue to the Group. 

Borrowing costs, including any up-front costs and warrant costs, that are directly attributable to the acquisition, construction 
or production of a qualifying asset are capitalised as part of the cost of that asset. The commencement date for capitalisation is 
when (a) the Group incurs expenditures for the qualifying asset; (b) it incurs borrowing costs; and (c) it undertakes activities that 
are necessary to prepare the asset for its intended use or sale. Capitalisation of borrowing costs continues up to the date when 
the assets are substantially ready for their use or sale. When the Group’s borrowings are refinanced, the difference between the 
carrying amount of a financial liability (or part of a financial liability) extinguished or transferred to another party and the consideration 
paid, including any non-cash assets transferred or liabilities assumed, is accelerated when the refinancing is considered to be a 
substantial modification of terms. The refinancing is considered a substantial modification if either the quantitative tests set out by 
IFRS are breached or the Directors consider the qualitative factors (coupon rate, security, term, etc.) to be a substantial modification.

Other borrowing costs are recognised as an expense in the period in which the borrowing cost is incurred.

Refer to notes 1.1, 23 and 26 for the Group’s policy on foreign exchange, unwinding of rehabilitation provisions and derivative 
instruments together with key estimates and judgements.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTSNotes to the Annual Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2014 continued

8. Net financing (expense)/income continued

US$ million

Net unrealised foreign exchange gains/(losses)
Interest received on BEE loans and other receivables1
Interest received bank deposits1
Realised foreign exchange gains

Financial income1

Gross interest on bank loans and overdrafts1
Interest on bank loans and overdrafts capitalised1

Net interest expense on bank loans and overdrafts
Other debt finance costs, including BEE loan interest and facility fees1
Unwinding of present value adjustment for rehabilitation costs
Realised foreign exchange losses on the settlement of foreign loans and forward 
exchange contracts

Financial expense1

Net financial expense

2014

3.6
10.4
0.3
0.2

14.5

(11.4)
9.7

(1.7)
(9.4)
(3.8)

(3.1)

(18.0)

(3.5)

2013

(4.7)
9.2
0.4
3.1

8.0

(17.3)
12.3

(5.0)
(8.2)
(2.5)

(0.3)

(16.0)

(8.0)

1.  Calculated using the effective interest method in respect of financial liabilities calculated at amortised cost. Included in the prior year interest on bank loans and overdrafts 

is the extinguishment of historical borrowing costs on refinancing as a result of a significant modification in the financing arrangements as detailed in note 21. 

9. Taxation
Significant accounting policies relevant to taxation
Current tax comprises tax payable calculated on the basis of the expected taxable income for the Year, using the tax rates enacted 
or substantively enacted at the reporting date, and any adjustment of tax payable for previous years. Deferred tax is provided 
using the balance sheet liability method, based on temporary differences. Temporary differences are differences between the 
carrying amounts of assets and liabilities for financial reporting purposes and their tax base. The amount of deferred tax provided 
is based on the expected manner of realisation or settlement of the carrying amount of assets and liabilities using tax rates enacted 
or substantively enacted at the balance sheet date. Deferred tax is charged to the Consolidated Income Statement except to the 
extent that it relates to a transaction that is recognised directly in other comprehensive income or a business combination that is 
an acquisition. The effect on deferred tax of any changes in tax rates is recognised in the Consolidated Income Statement, except 
to the extent that it relates to items previously charged or credited directly to other comprehensive income. A deferred tax asset 
is recognised to the extent that it is probable that future taxable profits will be available against which the associated unused tax 
losses and deductible temporary differences can be utilised. Deferred tax assets are reduced to the extent that it is no longer 
probable that the related tax benefit will be realised.

Significant judgements and estimates relevant to taxation
The Group has received a number of historical tax claims in respect of its Tanzanian mining operation, relating to the period prior 
to the operations being acquired by the Group, together with additional claims during the Group’s ownership. A significant element 
of the claims is being disputed by the Group. Where a claim is considered probable the Group has raised a provision. 

Judgement is applied in making assumptions about recognition of deferred tax assets. Judgement is required in respect of recognition 
of such deferred tax assets including the timing and value of estimated future taxable income and available tax losses, as well as 
the timing of rehabilitation costs and the availability of associated taxable income.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS9. Taxation continued

US$ million

Current taxation
– Current tax 
Deferred taxation 
– Current period (origination and reversal of temporary differences)

Reconciliation of tax rate
– Profit before taxation from continuing operations
– Loss before taxation from discontinuing operations

– Profit before taxation
Tax at South African corporate rate of 28%
Effects of:
– Tax charge at rates in foreign jurisdictions
– Non-deductible expenses
– Non-taxable income 
– Recognition of tax losses and timing differences previously unrecognised
– Tax losses and timing differences not recognised

Total tax charge

Tax charge on continuing operations
Tax credit on discontinued operations

2014

0.7

40.3

41.0

124.4
(15.9)

108.5
30.4

2.0
2.8
(1.8)
(2.6)
10.2

41.0

41.0
—

2013

—

25.1

25.1

74.0
(21.5)

52.5
14.7

3.5
4.5
(7.6)
—
9.5

24.6

25.1
(0.5)

During the Year, the Group utilised US$2.6 million (30 June 2013: US$nil) in taxation benefits of previously unrecognised tax losses 
which reduces the current taxation payable. Tax losses not utilised do not have an expiry period in the country in which they arise, 
unless the entity ceases to continue trading. Gross tax losses available but not utilised as at 30 June 2014 amount to US$91.8 million 
(30 June 2013: US$147.0 million) and primarily arise in South Africa and Tanzania; amounts stated provide tax benefit at 28%, 
being the tax rate in South Africa, and 30%, being the tax rate in Tanzania. Gross other temporary differences as at 30 June 2014 
amount to US$21.1 million (30 June 2013: US$24.6 million) and arise in South Africa.

10. Acquisitions and disposals
Significant accounting policies relevant to acquisitions and disposals
Refer to note 1.3 for the Group’s policy relevant to business combinations.

On disposal, the profit or loss on disposal is calculated as the fair value of consideration received, less the net book value of 
the Group’s share of assets and liabilities disposed. Unrealised foreign exchange gains and losses on historic retranslation of the 
subsidiaries results into US Dollars are recycled to the Consolidated Income Statement. The Group designates the results of discontinued 
activities, including those of disposed subsidiaries, separately in accordance with IFRS and reclassifies the results of the operation 
in the comparative period from continuing to discontinued operations. The Group does not consider mines held on care and maintenance 
to be discontinued activities unless the mine is abandoned.

Where the Group acquires interests in a company which holds non-controlling interests in the Group’s existing consolidated 
subsidiaries, the acquisition is treated as a change in the Group’s ownership interests that does not result in a loss of control 
and is accounted for as an equity transaction with the existing shareholders, reflecting the economic objective of the transaction. 
As a result, the non-controlling interest is reduced and the difference between the consideration paid and non-controlling interest 
reduction is recognised within retained losses. Subsequent to acquisition, the Group reflects profits and losses attributable to the 
shareholders of the parent company based on the effective interest (direct and indirect interests).

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 
Notes to the Annual Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2014 continued

10. Acquisitions and disposals continued
30 June 2014
Disposal of Sedibeng JV and Star
On 30 April 2014, the Company, in conjunction with its BEE partners, disposed of the entire share capital of its subsidiaries Messina 
Investments (Pty) Ltd and Autumn Star Investment Holdings (Pty) Ltd, which held the Group’s Sedibeng JV and Star mines (“the Mines”) 
in South Africa, for a deferred consideration of R25.0 million (US$2.4 million). These Mines formed part of the operating segment 
called “Fissure Mines” for the purposes of the Group’s segmental reporting, as disclosed in note 2, but the Sedibeng JV and Star 
mines were separate cash-generating units and in totally separate geographic locations to the other fissure mine, Helam. 
The results of the discontinued operations included in the Consolidated Income Statement and the cashflows from discontinued 
operations included in the Consolidated Statement of Cashflows are set out below.

US$ million

a) Net assets disposed of other than cash:
Property, plant and equipment 
Long-term advances
Trade and other receivables
Inventories
Cash 

Total assets 
Rehabilitation provision

Total liabilities
Non-controlling interest recycled on disposal

Net assets

b) Result of discontinued operations:
Revenue
Cost of sales

Gross loss
Finance income
Finance costs

Loss before taxation
Income tax credit 

Loss after tax before impairment charge and transaction costs
Transaction costs
Impairment charge 

Net loss for the year

c) Post-tax loss on disposal of discontinued operations: 
Consideration received on disposal
Less: net assets disposed (including US$3.1 million of non-controlling interest accumulated loss)
Less: foreign currency translation reserve recycled on disposal

Loss on disposal of discontinued operations
Less: net loss for the period

Loss on discontinued operations

d)  The Consolidated Statement of Cashflows includes the following amounts 

relating to discontinued operations:

Operating activities
Investing activities
Net cash utilised in discontinued operations

1 July 2013–
30 April 2014

1 July 2012–
30 June 2013

2.2
0.2
0.1
0.2
—

2.7
(1.8)

(1.8)
3.1

4.0

0.8
(6.6)

(5.8)
—
—

(5.8)
—

(5.8)
—
—

(5.8)

2.4
(4.0)
(8.5)

(10.1)
(5.8)

(15.9)

(5.5)
(0.2)
(5.7)

10.2
(18.5)

(8.3)
0.1
(0.1)

(8.3)
0.4

(7.9)
(0.5)
(12.6)

(21.0)

(4.5)
(3.6)
(8.1)

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS10. Acquisitions and disposals continued
30 June 2013
Acquisition of 49.24% of Nelesco 651 (Pty) Ltd
With effect from 1 January 2013, the transaction whereby the Group acquired a 49.24% interest in Nelesco 651 (Pty) Ltd 
(“Nelesco”) completed. Nelesco owns 100% of the shares of Sedibeng Mining (Pty) Ltd (“Sedibeng Mining”). 

Sedibeng Mining has direct and indirect interests in each of Petra’s South African operations. Sedibeng Mining has no investments 
other than its interests in these mines. Petra consolidated the mines prior to the increase in its effective interest.

Mine

Finsch
Cullinan
Koffiefontein
Kimberley Underground
Helam
Sedibeng JV
Star

Sedibeng Mining’s
interest
 %

Resultant Group’s
effective interest
 %

17.01
6.16
15.00
26.00
26.00
25.50
26.00

82.38
77.03
81.39
86.80
86.80
87.06
86.80

The total cash consideration paid by Petra was US$17.8 million. The total included US$11.2 million paid as consideration for the Group’s 
acquisition of the interest in its non-controlling interests and US$6.6 million consideration paid to acquire Nelesco, as an equivalent 
amount of cash was retained in Nelesco at completion and was wholly attributable to the Group under the terms of the transaction. 
The Company paid US$0.6 million during the year ended 30 June 2013 with all other amounts having been paid to vendor in prior 
periods (which were classified under trade and other receivables in the Consolidated Statement of Financial Position). On completion 
of the transaction, the Group became entitled to a dividend of US$6.6 million from Nelesco and received US$6.6 million in cash.

Effect of the acquisition
The purchase had the following effect on the Group:

US$ million

Book value of additional effective % interest acquired
Fair value of consideration paid:
– Settled in cash

Excess of carrying value of additional effective % interest purchased over fair value consideration paid

(2.3)

11.2

(8.9)

The acquisition of the non-controlling interests was treated as a change in the Group’s ownership interests that did not result 
in a change of control. This was accounted for as an equity transaction with the existing shareholders, reflecting the economic 
objective of the transaction which was to increase the Group’s effective ownership of its mines.

The carrying value of the effective percentage interest acquired of US$2.3 million as at 1 January 2013 was deducted from the 
Group’s non-controlling interest balance relating to the Group’s mines. The US$8.9 million deficit of the carrying value of the 
effective percentage acquired in the Group’s mines over the fair value consideration of US$11.2 million was recognised directly 
in equity and attributed to the Group. The initial investment in associate value of US$6.6 million was reduced to US$nil by the 
US$6.6 million dividend on completion. Nelesco has no significant other profits or losses since the Group acquired its interest.

11. Director and employee remuneration
Significant accounting policies relevant to remuneration
The cost of all short-term employee benefits is recognised during the period in which the employee renders the related service. 
The provisions for employee entitlements to wages, salaries and annual leave represent the amount which the Group has a present 
obligation to pay as a result of employees’ services provided to the reporting date. Provisions are calculated based on current 
wage and salary rates. 

Refer to note 27 for the Group’s policy in respect of share-based payments and related key judgements and estimates. 

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 
Notes to the Annual Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2014 continued

11. Director and employee remuneration continued
Staff costs (excluding the Non-Executive Directors) during the Year were as follows:

US$ million

Wages and salaries – mining
Wages and salaries – exploration
Wages and salaries – administration
Pension – administration

The number of employees (excluding the Non-Executive Directors and contractors) 

2014

128.2
1.0
6.9
0.1

136.2

Number

4,663

2013

122.0
1.0
7.6
0.1

130.7

Number

5,139

Key management is considered to be the Executive Directors and the Non-Executive Directors. Remuneration for the Year, comprising 
base salary, cash benefits and annual performance bonus, for the Executive Directors can be found on page 82 of the Directors’ 
Remuneration Report. The share-based payment charge relating to the Executive Directors for the Year was US$2.1 million 
(30 June 2013: US$1.4 million). See note 27 in respect of share-based payments.

Remuneration for the Year for the Chairman and the other Non-Executive Directors can be found on page 86 of the Directors’ 
Remuneration Report.

Further detail in respect of the Executive Directors’, Chairman’s and Non-Executive Directors’ remuneration during the Year is disclosed 
in the Directors’ Remuneration Report on pages 74 to 90.

12. Earnings per share
Significant accounting policies relevant to earnings per share
Basic earnings per share amounts are calculated by dividing net profit for the Year attributable to ordinary equity holders of the parent 
by the weighted average number of ordinary shares outstanding during the Year. Diluted earnings per share amounts are calculated 
by dividing the net profit attributable to ordinary equity holders of the parent by the weighted average number of ordinary 
shares outstanding during the Year plus the weighted average number of ordinary shares that would be issued on conversion 
of all the dilutive potential ordinary shares into ordinary shares.

Numerator

Continuing Discontinued
operations
operations
30 June 
30 June
2014
2014
US$
US$

Total
30 June
2014
US$

Continuing Discontinued
operations
operations
30 June
30 June
2013
2013
US$
US$

Total
30 June
2013
US$

Profit/(loss) for the year attributable to parent 65,465,067 (15,896,270) 49,568,797

52,970,526 (20,961,668) 32,008,858

Denominator

Shares

Shares

Shares

Shares

Shares

Shares

Weighted average number of ordinary 
shares used in basic EPS
As at 1 July
Effect of shares issued during the year

509,601,048 509,601,048 509,601,048 505,654,430 505,654,430 505,654,430
2,362,221

1,598,330

1,598,330

1,598,330

2,362,221

2,362,221

As at 30 June

511,199,378 511,199,378 511,199,378 508,016,651 508,016,651 508,016,651

Dilutive effect of potential ordinary shares

15,892,664

— 15,892,664

14,093,941

— 14,093,941

Weighted average number of ordinary 
shares in issue used in diluted EPS

527,092,042 511,199,378 527,092,042 522,110,592 508,016,651 522,110,592

Shares

Shares

Shares

Shares

Shares

Shares

Basic profit/(loss) per share
Diluted profit/(loss) per share

12.80
12.42

(3.10)
(3.10)

9.69
9.40

10.43
10.14

(4.12)
(4.12)

6.30
6.13

US$ cents

US$ cents

US$ cents

US$ cents

US$ cents

US$ cents

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 
12. Earnings per share continued
In the current period, the number of potentially dilutive ordinary shares, in respect of employee share options, Executive Director 
and Senior Management share award schemes and warrants, is 15,892,664 (30 June 2013: 14,093,941). These potentially dilutive 
ordinary shares may have a dilutive effect on future earnings per share. There have been no significant post balance sheet changes 
to the number of options and warrants to impact the dilutive number of ordinary shares. 

13. Adjusted earnings per share
In order to show earnings per share from operating activities on a consistent basis, an adjusted earnings per share is presented which 
excludes certain items as set out below. It is emphasised that the adjusted earnings per share is a non-GAAP measure. The Petra Board 
considers the adjusted earnings per share to better reflect the underlying performance of the Group. The Company’s definition of adjusted 
earnings per share may not be comparable to other similarly titled measures reported by other companies.

Continuing Discontinued
operations
operations
30 June 
30 June
2014
2014
US$
US$

Total
30 June
2014
US$

Continuing Discontinued
operations
operations
30 June
30 June
2013
2013
US$
US$

Total
30 June
2013
US$

Profit/(loss) for the year attributable to parent 65,465,067 (15,896,270) 49,568,797
Adjustments:
Net unrealised foreign exchange (gain)/loss 
Transaction costs (note 10)
Retrenchment costs
Impairment charges

— (3,591,520)
—
—
—
—
— 13,933,235

(3,591,520)
—
—
13,933,235

52,970,526 (20,961,668) 32,008,858

4,670,690
—
536,248
— 2,603,377
— 12,560,534

— 4,670,690
536,248
2,603,377
12,560,534

Adjusted profit for the year attributable 
to parent

75,806,782 (15,896,270) 59,910,512

57,641,216

(5,261,509) 52,379,707

Shares

Shares

Shares

Shares

Shares

Shares

Weighted average number of ordinary 
shares used in basic EPS
As at 1 July
Effect of shares issued during the year

509,601,048 509,601,048 509,601,048 505,654,430 505,654,430 505,654,430
2,362,221

1,598,330

1,598,330

1,598,330

2,362,221

2,362,221

As at 30 June

511,199,378 511,199,378 511,199,378 508,016,651 508,016,651 508,016,651

Dilutive effect of potential ordinary shares

15,892,664

— 15,892,664

14,093,941

— 14,093,941

Weighted average number of ordinary 
shares in issue used in diluted EPS

527,092,042 511,199,378 527,092,042 522,110,592 508,016,651 522,110,592

Shares

Shares

Shares

Shares

Shares

Shares

Basic profit/(loss) per share
Diluted profit/(loss) per share

14.82
14.38

(3.10)
(3.10)

11.72
11.36

11.34
11.04

(1.03)
(1.03)

10.31
10.03

US$ cents

US$ cents

US$ cents

US$ cents

US$ cents

US$ cents

14. Property, plant and equipment
Significant accounting policies relevant to property, plant and equipment
Capital expenditure
Property, plant and equipment are stated at historic cost less accumulated depreciation and accumulated impairment losses. 
Where an item of property, plant and equipment comprises major components with different useful lives, the components are 
accounted for as separate items of property, plant and equipment. Expenditure relating to an item of property, plant and equipment 
considered to be an asset under construction is capitalised when it is probable that future economic benefits from the use of that 
asset will be realised. Assets under construction, such as the Group’s expansion projects, start to be depreciated once the asset is 
ready and available for use and commercially viable levels of production are being obtained.

Subsequent expenditure relating to an item of property, plant and equipment is capitalised when it is probable that future economic 
benefits from the use of that asset will be increased. All other subsequent expenditure is recognised as an expense in the period 
in which it is incurred. 

Surplus/(deficits) on the disposal of property, plant and equipment are credited/(charged) to the Consolidated Income Statement. 
The surplus or deficit is the difference between the net disposal proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset.

Stripping costs
Costs associated with the removal of waste overburden at the Group’s open cast mine are classified as stripping costs within 
property, plant and equipment or inventory, depending on whether the works provide access to future ore tonnes in a specific 
orebody section, or generate ore as part of waste removal. When costs provide both benefits they are allocated, although the stripping 
to date has not generated inventory ore. The stripping asset is depreciated on a unit of production basis over the tonnes of the 
relevant orebody section to which it provides future access.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTSNotes to the Annual Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2014 continued

14. Property, plant and equipment continued
Depreciation
The Group depreciates its mining assets using a unit of production or straight-line basis, depending on its assessment of the most 
appropriate method for the individual asset. When a units-of-production basis is used, the relevant assets are depreciated at a rate 
determined as the tonnes of ore treated (typically production facility assets) or hoisted (typically underground development and 
conveying assets) from the relevant orebody section, divided by the Group’s estimate of ore tonnes held in reserves and resources 
which have sufficient geological and geophysical certainty and are economically viable. The relevant reserves and resources are matched 
to the existing assets which will be utilised for their extraction. The assets depreciated in the units-of-production method are existing 
assets. Future capital expenditure is only subject to depreciation over remaining reserves and resources once incurred.

The Group depreciates its assets according to the relevant sections of the orebody over which they will be utilised. A key estimate 
involves determination of future production units assigned to on-mine shared infrastructure, which is an ongoing assessment given 
the mining plan and development projects. Shared infrastructure is defined as common infrastructure enabling ore extraction, treatment 
and related support services, shared across more than one section of the orebody (such as the mine shaft or processing plant). 

In applying the Group’s policy, assets associated solely with specific sections of the orebody are depreciated over reserves associated 
with that section of the orebody. Examples include underground development associated with accessing a specific orebody section. 
By contrast, shared infrastructure, including shared surface and underground infrastructure, is utilised for the extraction of multiple 
sections of the orebody or is considered to have a life in excess of the ore tonnes included in the current approved LOM plan given 
the substantial residual resources that exist at deeper levels in certain of the Group’s kimberlite pipe mines. When the shared 
infrastructure assets provide benefit over multiple sections of the orebody they are depreciated over the reserves of the relevant 
sections of the orebody. When the shared infrastructure is expected to be utilised to access or process ore tonnes from deeper 
areas of the mine, which frequently represent ore resources that are outside of the current approved LOM plans but for which 
the Group considers there to be sufficient certainty of future extraction, such assets are depreciated over those reserves and resources. 

The depreciation rates are as follows:

Mining assets:
Plant, machinery and equipment 

 Units of production method or 4%–33% straight-line basis depending on the nature 
of the asset 

Mineral properties   

Units of production method

Exploration and other assets:
Plant and machinery 

Office equipment 

Computer equipment 

Motor vehicles 

10%–20% straight-line basis

10% straight-line basis

25% straight-line basis

20% straight-line basis

Refer to notes 7, 8 and 23 for the Group’s policy on impairment, borrowing cost capitalisation and rehabilitation provisions 
and associated decommissioning assets.

Significant judgements and estimates relevant to property, plant and equipment
Depreciation
Judgement is applied in making assumptions about the depreciation charge for mining assets as noted above. Judgement is applied 
when using the units of production method in estimating the ore tonnes held in reserves and resources which have sufficient 
geological and geophysical certainty of being economically viable and are extractable using existing assets. The relevant reserves 
and resources includes those included in current approved life of mine plans and, in respect of certain surface and underground 
shared infrastructure, certain additional resources which also meet these levels of certainty and viability. The Group depreciates 
its assets according to relevant sections of the orebody over which these will be utilised and a key judgement in determining the 
future production unit assigned to on-mine shared infrastructure which is utilised over more than one section of the orebody or 
is used to access ore tonnes outside the current approved LOM plan as noted above. Judgement is applied when assessing the 
estimated useful life of individual assets and residual values. The assumptions are reviewed at least annually by management.

Borrowing cost capitalisation
The Group capitalises effective interest costs (inclusive of fees) to property, plant and equipment when the loans are considered 
to have been drawn down for the purpose of funding the Group’s capital development programmes. Judgement is required 
in determining the extent to which borrowing costs relate to qualifying capital projects.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 
 
 
 
 
 
 
14. Property, plant and equipment continued

US$ million

Cost
Balance at 1 July 2012
Exchange differences
Additions
Transfer of assets under construction
Change in rehabilitation asset
Disposals 

Balance at 30 June 2013

Balance at 1 July 2013
Exchange differences
Additions
Transfer of assets under construction
Change in rehabilitation asset
Disposals

Balance at 30 June 2014

Depreciation and impairment
Balance at 1 July 2012
Exchange differences
Disposals 
Impairment charge
Provided in the year

Balance at 30 June 2013

Balance at 1 July 2013
Exchange differences
Disposals 
Impairment charge
Provided in the year

Balance at 30 June 2014

Net book value
At 30 June 2013

At 30 June 2014

Plant and
Plant and
machinery machinery

Motor
vehicles
mining exploration exploration exploration
assets1
assets

assets

assets

Computers
and office
equipment

600.4 
(103.9)
58.0
30.1
(8.3)
(0.8)

575.5

575.5
(45.3)
1.2
55.0
9.9
(34.1)

562.2

79.3 
(18.6)
(0.5)
9.2
41.9

111.3

111.3
(8.7)
(31.7)
9.8
41.0

121.7

464.2

440.5

1.3 
(0.2)
— 
—
—
—

1.1

1.1
(0.1)
—
—
—
—

1.0

0.1 
—
—
—
—

0.1

0.1
—
—
—
—

0.1

1.0

0.9

1.4 
(0.4)
1.8
—
—
—

2.8

2.8
(0.3)
2.1
—
—
—

4.6

0.7 
(0.2)
—
—
0.3

0.8

0.8
(0.1)
—
—
0.5

1.2

2.0

3.4

0.5 
(0.1)
0.1
—
—
—

0.5

0.5
—
0.1
—
—
—

0.6

0.2 
(0.1)
—
—
0.1

0.2

0.2
—
—
—
0.1

0.3

0.3

0.3

Mineral

Assets
under
properties construction
mining
assets3

mining
assets2

109.5 
(18.4)
—
—
—
—

91.1

91.1
(6.5)
—
—
—
—

117.7 
(29.8)
131.3
(30.1)
—
—

189.1

189.1
(17.0)
207.8
(55.0)
—
—

Total

830.8 
(152.8)
191.2
—
(8.3)
(0.8)

860.1

860.1
(69.2)
211.2
—
9.9
(34.1)

84.6

324.9

977.9

10.0 
(1.8)
—
3.4
0.5

12.1

12.1
(0.8)
—
4.1
0.1

15.5

79.0

69.1

— 
—
—
—
—

—

—
—
—
—
—

—

189.1

324.9

90.3 
(20.7)
(0.5)
12.6
42.8

124.5

124.5
(9.6)
(31.7)
13.9
41.7

138.8

735.6

839.1

1.  The mining assets are secured against the loan facilities as set out in note 21.

2. Mineral properties are in respect of various mines within the Group and the useful life determinants are disclosed above. 

3.  Included within assets under construction are amounts for expansion projects and stay in business capital expenditure of mining property, plant and equipment at the Finsch, 

Cullinan, Koffiefontein, Kimberley Underground and Williamson mines. 

The Group’s total commitments at Year end were in respect of assets under construction and future capital expenditure projects 
of US$88.9 million (30 June 2013: US$87.2 million). Borrowing costs of US$9.7 million (30 June 2013: US$12.3 million) have been 
capitalised to assets under construction.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTSNotes to the Annual Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2014 continued

15. Intangible assets 
Significant accounting policies relevant to intangibles
Prospecting licences are capitalised at cost and are amortised over the original licence life of the associated prospecting right. 
Amortisation is included within exploration expenditure. 

Prospecting licences
Prospecting licences in Botswana are fully amortised. The Group continues to conduct exploration activities in Botswana. During 
the Year, exploration expenditure of US$2.9 million (30 June 2013: US$4.9 million) was expensed in respect of exploration activities 
within Botswana.

16. Investments in associates
Significant accounting policies relevant to associates
An associate is an enterprise over whose financial and operating policies the Group has the power to exercise significant influence 
and which is neither a subsidiary nor a joint venture of the Group. The equity method of accounting for associates is adopted in the 
Group Financial Statements. In applying the equity method, account is taken of the Group’s share of accumulated retained earnings 
and movements in reserves from the effective date on which an enterprise becomes an associate and up to the effective date of disposal.

The share of associated retained earnings and reserves is generally determined from the associate’s latest audited Financial Statements. 
Where the Group’s share of losses of an associate exceeds the carrying amount of the associate, the associate is carried at US$nil. 

Additional losses are only recognised to the extent that the Group has incurred obligations or made payments on behalf of the associate.

Interests in associates
At Year end, the Group had interests in the following companies:

Nelesco 651 (Pty) Ltd1
Namibia Mining House (Pty) Ltd
Nabera Mining (Pty) Ltd
Organizações Moyoweno – Comércio Geral Lda

Country

South Africa
Namibia
South Africa
Angola

Ownership

2014

49.2%
35.0%
29.5%
40.0%

2013

49.2%
35.0%
29.5%
40.0%

1.  Refer to note 10 for further information relating to the acquisition during FY 2013 of 49.24% of Nelesco 651 (Pty) Ltd.

The unrecognised share of losses of the associates in aggregate is US$nil (30 June 2013: US$nil) and no individual associate has assets, 
liabilities or trading activity that are significant. The assets, liabilities and trading results of Nelesco are not material to the Group, 
other than its 100% shareholding in Sedibeng Mining which gives rise to indirect interests in certain Petra mines as set out in note 10. 
If the investments in associates had been included at cost, they would have been included at US$nil (30 June 2013: US$nil).

17. Trade and other receivables
Significant accounting policies relevant to trade and other receivables
Refer to note 25 for the Group’s policy in respect of financial instruments, which include trade and other receivables.

US$ million

Current
Trade receivables
Other receivables
Prepayments

Non-current
Other
BEE partners1

2014

55.4
27.2
3.4

86.0

—
89.2

89.2

2013

74.8
12.7
6.2

93.7

0.2
85.2

85.4

1.  Interest on loans advanced to BEE partners (refer to note 28) is charged at the prevailing South African prime interest rate plus an interest margin ranging between 0% and 2%. 
The movement in the Year includes advances to BEE partners, accrued interest and foreign exchange retranslation. The loans are repayable from future cashflows attributable 
to those loan holders generated from the underlying mining operations.

The financial assets classified as loans and receivables included in receivables are as follows:

US$ million

Current trade receivables
Other receivables (excluding VAT and prepayments)
Non-current receivables

2014

55.4
14.0
89.2

158.6

2013

74.8
0.1
85.4

160.3

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17. Trade and other receivables continued
The trade receivables are all due within normal trading terms and there are no trade receivables classified as past due. Trade 
receivables are due within two days of awarding the rough diamond sales tender to the successful bidder and were significant at 
Year end due to the tender’s proximity to Year end. The trade receivables relating to the Year-end tender have all been received 
post Year end. No receivables are considered to be past due or impaired. 

The carrying values of these loans and receivables are denominated in the following currencies:

US$ million

Pounds Sterling
South African Rand
US Dollars

2014

7.1
146.9
4.6

158.6

2013

5.1
143.2
12.0

160.3

18. Inventories
Significant accounting policies relevant to inventories
Inventories, which include rough diamonds, are stated at the lower of cost of production on the weighted average basis or estimated 
net realisable value. Cost of production includes direct labour, other direct costs and related production overheads. Net realisable 
value is the estimated selling price in the ordinary course of business less marketing costs. Net realisable value also incorporates 
costs of processing in the case of the ore stockpiles. Consumable stores are stated at the lower of cost on the weighted average 
basis or estimated replacement value. Work in progress is stated at raw material cost including allocated labour and overhead costs.

Significant judgements and estimates relevant to inventories
Judgement is applied in making assumptions about the value of inventories and inventory stockpiles, including diamond prices, 
production grade and expenditure, to determine the extent to which the Group values inventory and inventory stockpiles.

US$ million

Diamonds held for resale
Work in progress stockpiles
Consumables and stores
Livestock

Provision for impairment of slow-moving consumables and stores

2014

27.0
10.7
8.7
0.2

46.6
(0.5)

46.1

2013

31.5
13.8
8.5
0.2

54.0
(0.3)

53.7

As at 30 June 2014, diamonds (inventories held for resale) with a cost value of US$0.6 million (30 June 2013: US$4.7 million) have been 
written down by US$0.2 million (30 June 2013: US$1.0 million) to fair value less costs to sell of US$0.4 million (30 June 2013: US$3.7 million) 
(due to fair value less cost to sell being below cost) within the overall carrying value of US$27.0 million (30 June 2013: US$31.5 million). 
The movement in provisions against slow-moving consumables and stores resulted in a charge to the Consolidated Income Statement 
of US$0.2 million (30 June 2013: US$nil).

19. Cash 
Significant accounting policies relevant to cash
Cash and cash equivalents comprise cash on hand, deposits held on call with banks, investments in money market instruments, 
and net of bank overdrafts, all of which are available for use by the Group unless otherwise stated. Restricted cash represents 
amounts held by banks, the Group’s insurance cell captive and other financial institutions as guarantees in respect of environmental 
rehabilitation obligations in respect of the Group’s South African mines.

US$ million

Cash and cash equivalents – unrestricted
Cash – restricted

2014

20.2
13.8

34.0

2013

14.1
12.1

26.2

As security for the Group’s rehabilitation obligations at the previously owned Sedibeng JV and Star mines, the Company has ceded 
US$1.7 million (30 June 2013: US$1.8 million) in a fixed deposit. The restricted cash will return to the Group’s sole control when the 
DMR finalises the transfer of the existing rehabilitation obligations of the Group to the new owners of the Sedibeng JV and Star mines. 
The Group’s insurance product, which currently includes the Finsch, Cullinan, Koffiefontein, Kimberley Underground and Helam mines, 
has secured cash assets of US$12.1 million (30 June 2013: US$10.3 million) held in a cell captive. The Group has a commitment to pay 
insurance premiums over the next year of US$3.1 million (30 June 2013: US$3.2 million) to fund the insurance product. The rehabilitation 
provisions are disclosed in note 23.

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Notes to the Annual Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2014 continued

20. Issued capital
Significant accounting policies relevant to share capital
Financial instruments issued by the Group are treated as equity only to the extent that they do not meet the definition of a 
financial liability. The Group’s ordinary shares are classified as equity instruments. The fair value of warrant instruments issued as 
part of debt funding is determined at inception and credited to the share-based payment reserve with a debt entry recognised 
against the initial fair value of the debt instrument and subsequently amortised as part of the effective interest rate.

US$ million

Number of shares

2014

Number of shares

2013

Authorised – ordinary shares of 10 pence each 

As at 1 July 2013 and 30 June 2014

750,000,000

131.4

650,000,000

115.2

Issued and fully paid
At 1 July
Allotments during the year

At 30 June

509,601,048
2,509,000

512,110,048

86.3
0.4

86.7

505,654,430
3,946,618

509,601,048

85.7
0.6

86.3

Allotments during the Year were in respect of the exercise of 2,100,000 warrants held over ordinary shares by IFC and the exercise 
of 409,000 share options held by employees. 

Allotments during the prior year were in respect of the exercise of 2,100,000 warrants held over ordinary shares by IFC and the 
exercise of 1,846,618 share options held by employees and Directors. 

Warrants

Holder

IFC
IFC

Expiry

2 November 2013
2 November 2014

Exercise
price
pence

95
100

2014
Number
of warrants

—
2,100,000

2013
Number
of warrants

 2,100,000 
 2,100,000 

During the Year warrants over 2,100,000 ordinary shares were exercised by IFC at an exercise price of 95 pence.

In the prior Year, warrants over 2,100,000 ordinary shares were exercised by IFC at an exercise price of 90 pence.

The Black-Scholes methodology was used to value the warrants on issue.

21. Interest-bearing loans and borrowings
Significant accounting policies relevant to loans and borrowings
Refer to note 25 for the Group’s policy in respect of financial instruments, which include loans and borrowings.

US$ million

Current
Bank loan – secured (i)
Bank loan – secured (ii)
Bank loan – secured (iii)
Bank loan – secured (iv)

Non-current
Bank loan – secured (i)
Bank loan – secured (iii)
Bank loan – secured (iv)

2014

2.9
23.4
7.5
—

33.8

22.1
67.9
35.1

125.1

2013

1.4
28.8
5.3
1.6

37.1

23.6
52.8
33.5

109.9

(i) Bank loans – secured
FirstRand, Absa and IFC – Revolving Credit Facility (“RCF”) 
The facilities comprise an RCF of R300 million (US$28.2 million) and US$25 million. The RCF is available for draw-down up to 
August 2018. The RCF bears interest at the South African JIBAR rate plus 5.5% (ZAR facility) and the United States LIBOR rate plus 
5.5% (US$ facility). The RCF is repayable by September 2018. Only the US$ portion of the RCF was drawn down at Year end 
(30 June 2013: US$ 25 million). The interest rate at 30 June 2014 is 5.7% (30 June 2013: 5.7%).

The RCF is secured on the Group’s interests in Finsch, Cullinan, Koffiefontein, Kimberley Underground and Williamson.

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(ii) Bank loans – secured
FirstRand and Absa – Working Capital Facility (“WCF”) 
The facility comprises a R350 million (US$32.9 million) overdraft facility and a R150 million (US$14.1 million) foreign exchange 
settlement line. The facility is subject to an annual review and is repayable on demand. The loan incurs interest at the South African 
Prime rate less 0.5%. The interest rate for the WCF at 30 June 2014 is 8.5% (30 June 2013: 8.0%).

The WCF is secured on the Group’s interests in Finsch, Cullinan, Koffiefontein, Kimberley Underground and Williamson.

(iii) Bank loans – secured
FirstRand and Absa – Amortising Term Facility (“ATF”) 
The ATF comprises a R800 million (US$75.2 million) facility that was available for the Company’s draw-down up to and including 
20 December 2013 and is fully drawn down. The loan is repayable in five semi-annual payments commencing on 20 March 2016 
with a final payment due on 20 March 2018. The loan incurs interest at the South African JIBAR rate plus 4.0% payable quarterly 
(March, June, September and December). The interest rate for the facility at 30 June 2014 is 9.8% (30 June 2013: 9.1%).

The ATF is secured on the Group’s interests in Finsch, Cullinan, Koffiefontein, Kimberley Underground and Williamson.

(iv) Bank loans – secured
IFC – Amortising Term Facility (“ATF”)
The ATF comprises a US$35 million facility fully drawn down as at Year end (30 June 2013: US$35 million). The accrued interest on 
the loan at Year end is US$0.1 million. The loan is repayable in five annual payments commencing on 20 March 2016 with the final 
payment due on 20 March 2018. The loan incurs interest at the US$ LIBOR rate plus 4.0% payable quarterly (March, June, 
September and December). The interest rate for the facility at 30 June 2014 is 4.2% (30 June 2013: 4.3%).

The ATF is secured on the Group’s interests in Finsch, Cullinan, Koffiefontein, Kimberley Underground and Williamson.

There are no significant differences between the fair value and carrying value of loans and borrowings.

22. Trade and other payables
Significant accounting policies relevant to trade and other payables
Refer to note 25 for the Group’s policy in respect of financial instruments, which include trade and other payables, together 
with note 9 for the Group’s policy on taxation and related key judgements and estimates.

US$ million

Current
Trade payables
Deferred consideration1
Accruals and other payables

Taxation payable

Non-current
Amounts owing to BEE partners2

2014

20.4
—
49.4

69.8
0.2

70.0

64.2

64.2

2013

23.8
2.3
38.6

64.7
—

64.7

65.3

65.3

1.  The Group was liable to pay US$3.2 million at 30 June 2013 (US$2.3 million after discounting), being contingent deferred consideration from the Helam Mining (Pty) Ltd 

acquisition, which was payable in the event of cash surplus targets being met by the mine. The expected value is now reduced to US$nil given the impairment of the mine, as no cash 
surplus is envisaged.

2. The loans (refer to note 28) bear interest at the prevailing South African prime interest rate. The movement in the Year includes accrued interest and foreign exchange 

retranslation. The loans are repayable from future cashflows from the underlying operations. 

The financial liabilities included in trade and other payables (which exclude taxation) are as follows:

US$ million

Trade payables
Other payables 
Non-current trade payables owing to BEE partners

2014

20.4
49.4
64.2

134.0

2013

23.8
40.9
65.3

130.0

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTSNotes to the Annual Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2014 continued

22. Trade and other payables continued
The carrying values of financial liabilities classified as trade and other payables are denominated in the following currencies:

US$ million

Botswana Pula
Pounds Sterling
South African Rand
US Dollar

2014

0.9
4.8
115.6
12.7

134.0

2013

0.7
2.6
104.0
22.7

130.0

23. Provisions
Significant accounting policies relevant to provisions
Provisions are recognised when the Group has a present legal or constructive obligation as a result of past events, for which it is 
probable that an outflow of economic benefits will occur and where a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation. 
Where the effect of discounting is material, provisions are discounted. The discount rate used is a pre-tax rate that reflects current 
market assessments of the time value of money and, where appropriate, the risks specific to the liability. 

Decommissioning, mine closure and environmental rehabilitation 
The obligation to restore environmental damage caused through mining is raised as the relevant mining takes place. Assumptions are 
made as to the remaining life of existing operations based on the approved current LOM plan and assessments of extensions to the 
LOM plans to access resources in the Reserves and Resources Statement that are considered sufficiently certain of extraction.

The estimated cost of decommissioning and rehabilitation will generally occur on or after the closure of the mine, based on current 
legal requirements and existing technology. A provision is raised based on the present value of the estimated costs. These costs are 
included in the cost of the related asset. The capitalised assets are depreciated in accordance with the accounting policy for property, 
plant and equipment. Increases in the provision, as a result of the unwinding of discounting, are charged to the Consolidated 
Income Statement within finance expense. The cost of the ongoing programmes to prevent and control pollution, and ongoing 
rehabilitation costs of the Group’s operations, is charged against income as incurred. 

Changes to the present value of the obligation due to changes in assumptions are recognised as adjustments to the provision 
together with an associated increase/(decrease) in the related decommissioning asset. In circumstances where the decommissioning 
asset has been fully amortised, reductions in the provision give rise to other direct income.

Refer to notes 31 and 32 for the Group’s policy in respect of pensions and medical aid schemes and related key judgements 
and estimates.

Significant judgements and estimates relevant to provisions
Significant estimates and assumptions are made in determining the amount attributable to rehabilitation provisions. These deal 
with uncertainties such as the legal and regulatory framework, timing and future costs. In determining the amount attributable 
to rehabilitation provisions, management used a discount rate range of 7.8%–8.3% (30 June 2013: 5.6%–7.9%), estimated rehabilitation 
timing of 11 to 51 years (30 June 2013: 12 to 52 years) and an inflation rate range of 5.8%–6.3% (30 June 2013: 1.8%–5.9%). The Group 
estimates the cost of rehabilitation with reference to approved environmental plans filed with the local authorities. Reductions in 
estimates are only recognised when such reductions are approved. Increases in estimates are immediately recognised. The carrying 
value of rehabilitation provisions at the reporting date is US$62.3 million (30 June 2013: US$56.3 million).

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US$ million

Retrenchment

Income tax medical fund Rehabilitation

Pension and
post-retirement

Balance at 1 July 2012
Decrease in rehabilitation liability provision – 
change in estimate
Increase in provisions
Unwinding of present value adjustment 
of rehabilitation provision
Exchange differences

Balance at 30 June 2013

Current
Non-current

Balance at 30 June 2013

Balance at 1 July 2013
Increase in rehabilitation liability provision – 
change in estimate
Increase in provisions
Utilisation of provisions
Unwinding of present value adjustment 
of rehabilitation provision
Exchange differences

Balance at 30 June 2014

Current
Non-current

Balance at 30 June 2014

—

—
2.6

—
—

2.6

2.6
—

2.6

2.6

—
—
(2.6)

—
—

—

—
—

—

2.2

—
—

—
—

2.2

2.2
—

2.2

2.2

—
—
—

—
(0.1)

2.1

2.1
—

2.1

11.8

—
1.3

—
(2.1)

11.0

—
11.0

11.0

11.0

—
3.1
—

—
(1.0)

13.1

—
13.1

13.1

73.2

(10.2)
—

2.6
(9.3)

56.3

—
56.3

56.3

56.3

9.9
—
—

3.8
(7.7)

62.3

—
62.3

62.3

Total

87.2

(10.2)
3.9

2.6
(11.4)

72.1

4.8
67.3

72.1

72.1

9.9
3.1
(2.6)

3.8
(8.8)

77.5

2.1
75.4

77.5

Employee entitlements and other provisions
The provisions relate to provision for an unfunded post-retirement medical fund, pension fund, retrenchment costs and income tax. 
The provision for the post-retirement medical fund and pension fund is further disclosed in notes 31 and 32. The provision for taxation is 
based on estimates made, where appropriate, from historical information and professional advice. The provision for retrenchments 
was based on estimates and relates to the prior year for Sedibeng JV and Star (refer to note 10). 

Rehabilitation
The provision is the estimated cost of the environmental rehabilitation at each site, which is based on current legal requirements 
and existing technology. The Group estimates the present value of the rehabilitation expenditure at each mine as follows:

 » Finsch of US$21.1 million (30 June 2013: US$18.4 million) provided over 19 years which reflects management’s current estimated 

decommissioning period including Block 5 and certain Block 6 tonnes;

 » Cullinan of US$12.5 million (30 June 2013: US$12.2 million) provided over 51 years which reflects management’s current 

estimated decommissioning period including the C-Cut Phases 1 and 2;

 » Koffiefontein of US$6.4 million (30 June 2013: US$6.2 million), provided over 11 years which reflects management’s current 

estimated decommissioning period;

 » Kimberley Underground of US$8.6 million (30 June 2013: US$9.0 million) provided over 11 years which reflects management’s 

current estimated decommissioning period;

 » Helam of US$1.3 million (30 June 2013: US$3.0 million for Helam, Sedibeng JV and Star) provided over 16 years which reflects 

management’s current estimated decommissioning period; and

 » Williamson of US$12.4 million (30 June 2013: US$7.5 million) provided over 19 years which reflects management’s current 

estimated decommissioning period.

The vast majority of the rehabilitation expenditure is expected to be incurred at the end of mining activities.

The movements in the provisions is attributable to unwinding of discount and unrealised foreign exchange on retranslation from 
functional to presentational currency. Additionally, increases in the rehabilitation provision are due to changes in inflation and 
discount rates at Williamson and changes to estimated costs at Finsch.

Cash and cash equivalents have been secured in respect of rehabilitation provisions, as disclosed in note 19.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTSNotes to the Annual Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2014 continued

24. Deferred taxation
Significant accounting policies relevant to deferred taxation
Deferred tax is provided using the balance sheet liability method, based on temporary differences. Temporary differences are 
differences between the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities for financial reporting purposes and their tax base. The amount 
of deferred tax provided is based on the expected manner of realisation or settlement of the carrying amount of assets and liabilities 
using tax rates enacted or substantively enacted at the balance sheet date. Deferred tax is charged to the Consolidated Income 
Statement except to the extent that it relates to a transaction that is recognised directly in other comprehensive income or a business 
combination that is an acquisition. The effect on deferred tax of any changes in tax rates is recognised in the Consolidated Income 
Statement, except to the extent that it relates to items previously charged or credited directly to other comprehensive income. 
A deferred tax asset is recognised to the extent that it is probable that future taxable profits will be available against which the 
associated unused tax losses and deductible temporary differences can be utilised. Deferred tax assets are reduced to the extent 
that it is no longer probable that the related tax benefit will be realised.

Significant judgements and estimates relevant to taxation
Judgement is applied in making assumptions about recognition of deferred tax assets. Judgement is required in respect of recognition 
of such deferred tax assets including the timing and value of estimated future taxable income and available tax losses, as well as 
the timing of rehabilitation costs and the availability of associated taxable income.

US$ million

Balance at beginning of the year
Income statement charge
Foreign currency translation difference

Balance at the end of the year

Comprising:
Deferred tax asset
Deferred tax liability

2014

58.2
40.3
(5.1)

93.4

(3.0)
96.4

93.4

2013

45.1
24.6
(11.5)

58.2

(5.9)
64.1

58.2

The deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset to determine the amounts stated in the Consolidated Statement of Financial 
Position when the taxes can legally be offset and will be settled net.

Deferred taxation comprises:

US$ million

Deferred tax liability:
– Property, plant and equipment

Deferred tax asset:
– Capital allowances
– Provisions and accruals
– Foreign exchange allowances
– Tax losses

Net deferred taxation liability/(asset)

US$ million

Deferred tax liability:
– Property, plant and equipment
– Foreign exchange allowances

Deferred tax asset:
– Capital allowances
– Provisions and accruals
– Foreign exchange allowances
– Tax losses

Net deferred taxation liability/(asset)

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Total

182.8

182.8

(64.2)
(19.7)
(2.9)
(38.8)

(125.6)

57.2

Total

155.5
0.3

155.8

(81.5)
(17.7)
(2.5)
(42.1)

(143.8)

12.0

2014
Recognised

2014
Unrecognised

182.8

182.8

(62.0)
(17.6)
(1.3)
(8.5)

(89.4)

93.4

—

—

(2.2)
(2.1)
(1.6)
(30.3)

(36.2)

(36.2)

2013
Recognised

2013
Unrecognised

155.5

0.3 

155.8

(78.3)
(15.5)
(0.8)
(3.0)

(97.6)

58.2

— 
— 

— 

(3.2)
(2.2)
(1.7)
(39.1)

(46.2)

(46.2)

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS24. Deferred taxation continued
Deferred tax assets of US$3.0 million (30 June 2013: US$5.9 million) have been recognised in respect of tax losses and other temporary 
differences to be utilised by future taxable profits at Kimberley Underground and Koffiefontein. The Directors believe it is probable 
these tax assets will be recovered through future taxable income or the reversal of temporary differences, reflecting increased 
treatment capacity as the Wesselton plant has now been commissioned and improved operating results at Koffiefontein.

Movements in deferred tax include amounts recognised in the Consolidated Income Statement, together with foreign exchange 
retranslation. The Consolidated Income Statement charge for the Year comprises movements in deferred tax of US$40.1 million 
(30 June 2013: US$20.0 million) in respect of property, plant and equipment and associated capital allowances, US$3.3 million 
credit (30 June 2013: US$0.4 million credit) in respect of provisions and US$1.8 million (30 June 2013: US$3.7 million credit) in 
respect of tax losses, with the remainder US$1.7 million (30 June 2013: $1.3 million) comprised of immaterial items.

25. Financial instruments
Significant accounting policies relevant to financial instruments
The Group classifies its financial assets into the following categories and the Group’s accounting policy for each category is as follows:

Loans and receivables
These assets are non-derivative financial assets with fixed or determinable payments that are not quoted in an active market. 
The assets arise principally through the provision of goods and services to customers (e.g. trade receivables), but also incorporate 
other types of contractual monetary assets including cash and cash equivalents and loans and other receivables. They are initially 
recognised at the fair value plus transaction costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition or issue and subsequently 
carried at amortised cost using the effective interest method, less provision for impairment.

Available-for-sale
Non-derivative financial assets not included in the above category are classified as available-for-sale and comprise principally 
of the Group’s strategic investment in the entities not qualifying as subsidiaries, associates or jointly controlled entities. The 
assets are carried at fair value with changes in fair value recognised directly in the Consolidated Statement of Other Comprehensive 
Income and accumulated in hedging and other reserves. Where a decline in the fair value of an available-for-sale financial asset 
constitutes objective evidence of impairment, the amount of the loss is removed from equity and recognised in the Consolidated 
Income Statement. Fair values of quoted investments are based on current market prices at the reporting date. The Group only holds 
quoted investments. Available-for-sale financial assets are fair valued at each reported date and reviewed as set out above. As at 
30 June 2014 a cumulative loss of US$0.8 million (30 June 2013: US$0.8 million) was recorded in hedging and other reserves in respect 
of the available-for-sale financial assets.

Impairment of financial assets
Impairment provisions are recognised when there is objective evidence (such as significant financial difficulties on the part of the 
counterparty or default or significant delay in payment) that the Group will be unable to collect all the amounts due under the terms 
receivable, the amount of such a provision being the difference between the net carrying amount and the present value of the future 
expected cashflows associated with the impaired receivable. Trade receivables are recorded net of such provisions. The provisions 
are recorded in a separate allowance account with the loss being recognised within administrative expenses in the Consolidated 
Income Statement. On confirmation that the trade receivable will not be collectable, the gross carrying value of the asset is 
written off against the associated provision. 

The Group classifies its financial liabilities into one category: other liabilities. The Group’s accounting policy is as follows:

Other liabilities
Trade payables and other short-term and long-term monetary liabilities
Trade payables and other short-term and long-term monetary liabilities, which are initially recognised at fair value, are subsequently 
carried at amortised cost using the effective interest rate method. 

Interest-bearing borrowings 
Bank borrowings are recognised initially at fair value less attributable transaction costs. Such interest-bearing liabilities are subsequently 
measured at amortised cost using the effective interest rate method, which ensures that any interest expense over the period to 
repayment is at a constant rate on the balance of liability carried in the Consolidated Statement of Financial Position. ‘Interest expense’ 
in this context includes initial transaction costs and any premium payable on redemption, as well as any interest or coupon payable 
while the liability is outstanding. 

Hedging instruments
Derivative financial instruments are initially measured at fair value on the contract date and are subsequently re-measured to 
fair value at each reporting date. On the date the derivative contract is entered into, the Group decides whether to designate the 
derivative for hedge accounting. During the Year the Group has entered into hedges of forecast transactions (cashflow hedges). 
The Group formally assesses, at inception and on an ongoing basis, whether the derivatives are highly effective in offsetting 
changes in the fair value or cashflows of the hedged item. Changes in the fair value of a derivative that is effective in offsetting 
changes in the cashflow of the hedged item, and that is designated and qualifies as a cashflow hedge, are recognised directly 
in equity. Changes in fair value of derivatives that do not qualify for hedge accounting, or which were not designated for hedge 
accounting, are recognised in the Consolidated Income Statement. Amounts recognised in equity are transferred to the income 
statement in the period during which the hedged forecast impacts net profit or loss. An ineffective element of a cashflow hedge, 
which has been designated for hedge accounting, is taken to the Consolidated Income Statement.

Exposures to currency, liquidity, market price, credit and interest rate risk arise in the normal course of the Group’s business. 
This note describes the Group’s objectives, policies and processes for managing those risks and the methods used to measure 
them. The Group uses financial instruments, in particular forward currency option contracts, to help manage foreign exchange 
risk. The Directors review and agree policies for managing each of these risks. 

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTSNotes to the Annual Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2014 continued

25. Financial instruments continued
The details of the categories of financial instruments of the Group are as follows: 

US$ million

2014

2013

Financial assets:
Loans and receivables:
– Non-current trade receivables
– Trade receivables
– Other receivables (excluding prepayments and VAT)
– Cash and cash equivalents – restricted
– Cash and cash equivalents – unrestricted
Cashflow hedge: derivative financial asset (Level 2 valuation)
Available-for-sale financial assets (Level 1 valuation) (held in other payables)

Financial liabilities:
Held at amortised cost:
– Non-current amounts owing to BEE partners
– Non-current loans and borrowings
– Current loans and borrowings
– Trade and other payables (includes deferred consideration in prior year)
Held for trading: derivative financial liability (Level 2 valuation) (held in other payables)

89.2
55.4
14.0
13.8
20.2
1.4
0.1

85.4
74.8
0.1
12.1
14.1
—
0.1

194.1

186.6

64.2
125.1
33.8
70.0
0.7

293.8

65.3
109.9
37.1
64.7
2.2

279.2

There is no significant difference between the fair value of financial assets and liabilities and the carrying values set out in the table 
above, noting that non-current receivables and payables bear interest. Available-for-sale financial assets are valued based on the share 
price at the reporting date. No gain or loss (30 June 2013: US$0.1 million) has been recognised in the Consolidated Statement of Other 
Comprehensive Income in respect of the revaluation of the available-for-sale financial assets to fair value.

The available-for-sale financial assets were valued using Level 1 of the financial instrument valuation hierarchy using quoted prices.

The derivative financial assets and liabilities were valued using Level 2 of the financial instrument valuation hierarchy. The valuation 
is provided by the Group’s bankers, which act as the instrument’s counterparty, and was prepared using a Black-Scholes model. The inputs 
include the strike price range, spot price at year end, volatility and discount rate. 

No transfers between Level 1 or Level 2 categorisations have occurred or are considered likely.

The currency profile of the Group’s financial assets and liabilities is as follows:

US$ million

Financial assets:
Botswana Pula
Pounds Sterling
South African Rand
US Dollar

Financial liabilities:
Botswana Pula
Pound Sterling
South African Rand
US Dollar

2014

2013

0.4
8.2
152.1
33.4

194.1

0.8
4.9
220.2
67.9

293.8

0.5
8.3
144.9
32.9

186.6

0.7
2.5
191.0
85.0

279.2

Principal financial instruments
Further quantitative information in respect of these risks is presented throughout these Financial Statements.

Credit risk
The Group sells its rough diamond production through a tender process on a recognised bourse. This mitigates the need to undertake 
credit evaluations. Where production is not sold on a tender basis the Directors undertake suitable credit evaluations before passing 
ownership of the product.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS25. Financial instruments continued
At the reporting date there were no significant concentrations of credit risk. The maximum exposure to credit risk is represented 
by the carrying amount of the financial assets in the Consolidated Statement of Financial Position. The material financial assets 
are carried at amortised cost, with no indication of impairment. The Group considers the credit quality of loans and receivables 
that are neither past due nor impaired to be good.

Credit risk associated with loans to BEE partners is mitigated by a contractual obligation for the loans to be repaid, prior to any 
payments to the BEE partners, from future cashflows generated by the Group’s operations in which the BEE partners hold interests. 
The amounts due from the Group’s principal BEE partner are recoverable either through cashflows from the mines against which 
the loans were originally made or through cashflows from other Group mines in which the BEE has an interest, by virtue of 
a contractual agreement.

Group cash balances are deposited with reputable banking institutions within the countries in which it operates. Excess cash is held 
in overnight call accounts and term deposits ranging from seven to 30 days. Refer to note 19 for restricted cash secured in respect 
of rehabilitation obligations. At Year end the Group had undrawn borrowing facilities of US$39.9 million (30 June 2013: US$71.3 million), 
net of US$11.6 million utilised for foreign exchange settlement lines (30 June 2013: US$3.6 million).

Derivatives
The fair values of derivatives are separately recorded on the Consolidated Statement of Financial Position within ‘Derivative 
financial assets’ or ‘Trade and other payables’. Derivatives are classified as current or non-current depending on the date of 
expected settlement of the derivative.

The Group utilises derivative instruments to manage certain market risk exposures. The Group does not use derivative financial 
instruments for speculative purposes; however, it may choose not to designate certain derivatives as hedges for accounting purposes. 
Such derivatives are classified as ‘non-hedges’ and fair value movements are recorded in the Consolidated Income Statement.

The use of derivative instruments is subject to limits and the positions are regularly monitored and reported to the Board.

Cashflow hedges
In certain cases the Group classifies its forward currency contracts, which hedge highly probable forecast transactions, as cashflow 
hedges. Where this designation is documented, changes in fair value are recognised in equity until the hedged transactions occur, 
at which time the respective gains or losses are transferred to the Consolidated Income Statement. During the Year, the Group 
designated ‘cap and collar’ foreign currency contracts as cashflow hedges. The risk being hedged is the volatility in the South 
African Rand and US Dollar exchange rates affecting the proceeds in South African Rand of the Group’s US Dollar denominated 
diamond tenders. The contracts mature within the next 12 months and are recorded in profit and loss accordingly. An amount 
of US$3.1 million (30 June 2013: US$nil) has been recorded in other comprehensive income in respect of the intrinsic value of the 
contracts. The contracts were 100% effective as a hedge. An amount of US$1.8 million has been included in the Consolidated 
Income Statement in respect of time value of money that was excluded from the hedge designation under IAS 39. There have 
been no transfers from equity to profit in the Year.

Held for trading
The Group may choose not to designate certain derivatives as hedges. This may occur where the Group is economically hedged 
but IAS 39 hedge accounting criteria are not met. Where these derivatives have not been designated as hedges, fair value changes 
are recognised in the Consolidated Income Statement as re-measurements and are classified as financing or operating depending 
on the nature of the associated hedged risk.

The fair value of the Group’s open derivative positions as at 30 June recorded within ‘Derivative financial assets’ 
and ‘Trade and other payables’ is as follows:

US $ million

Asset 

Liability

Asset 

Liability

2014

2013

Other derivatives
Cashflow hedge
– Forward foreign currency contracts
Held for trading
– Forward foreign currency contracts

Total derivatives

1.4

—

1.4

—

(0.7)

(0.7)

—

—

—

—

(2.2)

(2.2)

These mark to market valuations are not predictive of the future value of the hedged position, nor of the future impact on the 
profit of the Group. The valuations represent the fair value of all hedge contracts at Year end, at market prices and at rates 
available at the time.

Foreign exchange risk
Foreign exchange risk arises because the Group has operations located in parts of the world where the functional currency is not 
US Dollars. The Group’s net assets arising from its foreign operations are exposed to currency risk resulting in gains and losses on 
translation into US Dollars. Only in exceptional circumstances will the Group consider hedging its net investments in foreign 
operations, as generally it does not consider that the reduction in foreign currency exposure warrants the cashflow risk created 
from such hedging techniques.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTSNotes to the Annual Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2014 continued

25. Financial instruments continued
Foreign exchange risk also arises when individual Group operations enter into transactions denominated in a currency other than 
their functional currency. The policy of the Group is, where possible, to allow Group entities to settle liabilities denominated in their 
local currency with the cash generated from their own operations in that currency, having converted US Dollar diamond revenues 
to local currencies. In the case of the funding of non-current assets, such as projects to expand productive capacity entailing material 
levels of capital expenditure, the central Group treasury function will assist the foreign operation to obtain matching funding in 
the functional currency of that operation and shall provide additional funding where required. The currency in which the additional 
funding is provided is determined by taking into account the following factors: 

 » the currency in which the revenue expected to be generated from the commissioning of the capital expenditure will be denominated;

 » the degree to which the currency in which the funding provided is a currency normally used to effect business transactions 

in the business environment in which the foreign operation conducts business; and

 » the currency of any funding derived by the Company for onward funding to the foreign operation and the degree to which 

it is considered necessary to hedge the currency risk of the Company represented by such derived funding.

The sensitivity analysis to foreign currency rate changes is as follows:

US$ million

Financial assets:
Botswana Pula
Pounds Sterling
South African Rand
US Dollar

Financial liabilities:
Botswana Pula
Pounds Sterling
South African Rand
US Dollar

US$ million

Financial assets:
Botswana Pula
Pounds Sterling
South African Rand
US Dollar

Financial liabilities:
Botswana Pula
Pounds Sterling
South African Rand
US Dollar

30 June 2014

Year-end
US$ rate 

Year-end
amount 

US$
strengthens 10% 

US$
weakens 10%

0.1134
0.5847
0.0940
1.0000

0.1134
0.5847
0.0940
1.0000

0.4
8.2
152.1
33.4

194.1

0.8
4.9
220.2
67.9

293.8

0.4
7.4
136.9
33.4

178.1

0.7
4.4
198.2
67.9

271.2

0.5
9.0
167.3
33.4

210.2

0.9
5.4
242.2
67.9

316.4

30 June 2013

Year-end
US$ rate 

Year-end
amount 

US$
strengthens 10% 

US$
weakens 10%

0.1168
0.6574
0.1012
1.0000

0.1168
0.6574
0.1012
1.0000

0.5
8.3
144.9
32.9

186.6

0.7
2.5
191.0
85.0

279.2

0.5
7.5
130.4
32.9

171.3

0.6
2.2
171.9
85.0

259.7

0.6
9.1
159.4
32.9

202.0

0.8
2.8
210.1
85.0

298.7

The tables above reflect the impact of a 10% cumulative currency movement over the next 12 months and are shown for 
illustrative purposes.

Liquidity risk
Liquidity risk arises from the Group’s management of working capital, capital expenditure, finance charges and principal repayments 
on its debt instruments. It is the risk that the Group will encounter difficulty in meeting its financial obligations and when necessary 
will seek to raise funds through the issue of shares and/or debt. 

It is the policy of the Group to ensure that it will always have sufficient cash to allow it to meet its liabilities when they fall due. 
To achieve this aim, the Group maintains cash balances and funding facilities at levels considered appropriate to meet ongoing obligations. 

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS25. Financial instruments continued
Cashflow is monitored on a regular basis. Projections reflected in the Group working capital model indicate that the Group will 
have sufficient liquid resources to meet its obligations as disclosed in note 1.1. The maturity analysis of the actual cash payments 
due in respect of loans and borrowings is set out in the table below. The maturity analysis of trade and other payables is in 
accordance with those terms and conditions agreed between the Group and its suppliers. For trade and other payables, payment 
terms are 30 days, provided all terms and conditions have been complied with. Exceptions to those terms are set out in note 22, 
as reflected under non-current. 

Maturity analysis
The below maturity analysis reflects cash and cash equivalents and loans and borrowings based on actual cashflows rather than 
carrying values.

US$ million

Cash
Cash and cash equivalents – unrestricted
Cash – restricted

Total cash

Loans and borrowings
Bank loan – secured
Bank loan – secured
Bank loan – secured
Bank loan – secured

Cashflow of loans and borrowings

US$ million

Cash
Cash and cash equivalents – unrestricted
Cash – restricted

Total cash

Loans and borrowings
Bank loan – secured
Bank loan – secured
Bank loan – secured
Bank loan – secured

Cashflow of loans and borrowings

30 June 2014

Notes 

Interest
rate 

6 months 
or less

6–12
months

Total 

1–2
years

2–5
years

19 0.1%–5.5%
19 0.1%–5.5%

21(i)
21(ii)
21(iii)
21(iv)

5.7%
8.5%
9.8%
4.2%

20.2
13.8

34.0

30.2
23.4
97.5
39.1

190.2

20.2
—

20.2

0.7
23.4
3.6
0.7

28.4

—
—

—

0.7
—
3.9
0.8

5.4

—
—

—

1.4
—
22.5
8.4

32.3

—
13.8

13.8

27.4
—
67.5
29.2

124.1

30 June 2013

Notes 

Interest
rate 

6 months 
or less

6–12
months

Total 

1–2
years

2–5
years

19 0.1%–4.5%
19 0.1%–4.5%

21(i)
21(ii)
21(iii)
21(iv)

5.7%
8.0%
9.1%
4.3%

14.1
12.1

26.2

30.8
28.8
77.9
40.7

178.2

14.1
—

14.1

0.8
28.8
2.5
0.7

32.8

—
—

—

0.8
—
2.8
0.8

4.4

—
—

—

1.5
—
5.2
1.5

8.2

—
12.1

12.1

27.7
—
67.4
37.7

132.8

Interest rate risk
The Group has borrowings that incur interest at floating rates and no interest rate swaps are used. Management constantly monitors 
the floating interest rates so that action can be taken should it be considered necessary. An analysis of the sensitivity to interest rate 
changes is presented in the table below, reflecting the impact of a 100% basis points increase/decrease in interest rates over the next 
12 months, and is shown for illustrative purposes.

US$ million

Bank loan – secured
Bank loan – secured
Bank loan – secured
Bank loan – secured

Notes

21(i)
21(ii)
21(iii)
21(iv)

Year-end
interest
rate

5.7%
8.5%
9.8%
4.2%

30 June 2014

Year-end
interest-
bearing
liability

25.0
23.4
75.4
35.1

158.9

Interest
rate
increases
1%

Interest
rate
decreases
 1%

0.2
0.2
0.8
0.3

1.5

(0.2)
(0.2)
(0.8)
(0.3)

(1.5)

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 
 
Notes to the Annual Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2014 continued

25. Financial instruments continued

US$ million

Bank loan – secured
Bank loan – secured
Bank loan – secured
Bank loan – secured

Notes

21(i)
21(ii)
21(iii)
21(iv)

Year-end
interest
rate

5.7%
8.0%
9.1%
4.3%

30 June 2013

Year-end
interest-
bearing
liability

25.0
28.8
58.1
35.1

147.0

Interest
rate
increases
1%

0.2
0.3
0.6
0.3

1.4

Interest
rate
decreases
1%

(0.2)
(0.3)
(0.6)
(0.3)

(1.4)

Other market price risk
The Group generates revenue from the sale of rough and polished diamonds. The significant number of variables involved in 
determining the selling prices of rough diamonds, such as the uniqueness of each individual rough stone, the content of the rough 
diamond parcel and the ruling US$/R spot rate at the date of sale, makes it difficult to accurately extrapolate the impact the 
fluctuations in diamond prices would have on the Group’s revenue. 

Capital disclosures
Capital is defined by the Group to be the capital and reserves attributable to equity holders of the parent company. 
The Group’s objectives when maintaining capital are:

 » to safeguard the ability of the entity to continue as a going concern; and

 » to provide an adequate return to shareholders.

The Group monitors capital on the basis of the debt to equity ratio. This ratio is calculated as net debt to equity. Net debt is 
calculated as total liabilities (excluding provisions and deferred tax liabilities) less restricted and unrestricted cash and cash 
equivalents. Equity comprises all components of equity attributable to equity holders of the parent company. 

The debt to equity ratios at 30 June 2014 and 30 June 2013 are as follows:

US$ million

Total debt
Cash and cash equivalents

Net debt

Total equity attributable to equity holders of the parent company

Net debt to equity ratio

2014

293.1
(34.0)

259.1

596.1

0.43:1

2013

277.0
(26.2)

250.8

571.1

0.44:1

The Group manages its capital structure by the issue of ordinary shares, raising debt finance where appropriate, and managing 
Group cash and cash equivalents.

26. Contingent liabilities
Significant accounting policies relevant to contingent liabilities
Contingent liabilities refer to potential obligations arising on the Group as a result of past events. Items are disclosed when 
considered to be possible obligations and are recognised as provisions or liabilities if they are considered probable.

Environmental
The controlled entities of the Company provide for all known environmental liabilities. While the Directors believe that, based 
upon current information, the current provisions for environmental rehabilitation are adequate, there can be no assurance that 
new material provisions will not be required as a result of new information or regulatory requirements with respect to known 
mining operations or identification of new rehabilitation obligations at other mine operations.

27. Share-based payments
Significant accounting policies relevant to share-based payments
Employee and Director share option scheme
The fair value of options granted to employees or Directors is recognised as an employee expense with a corresponding increase 
in equity. The fair value is measured at grant date and spread over the period during which the employees or Directors become 
unconditionally entitled to the options. The fair value of the options granted is measured based on the Black-Scholes model, 
taking into account the terms and conditions upon which the instruments were granted. The amount recognised as an expense is 
adjusted to reflect the actual number of share options that vest except where forfeiture is only due to share prices not achieving 
the threshold for vesting. The exercise price is fixed at the date of grant and no compensation is due at the date of grant. 
On exercise, equity is increased by the amount of the proceeds received. 

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2011 Longer-term Share Plan (“LTSP”) and 2012 Performance Share Plan (“PSP”)
Share-based awards granted under the LTSP and PSP are valued using the Monte Carlo model at the date of grant and the associated 
expense recognised over the vesting period during which the associated vesting conditions are satisfied unconditionally by the 
beneficiaries with a corresponding increase in reserves.

Where the awards are subject to non-market based performance conditions, the expense will be adjusted subject to the actual 
vesting outcome of those specific performance conditions.

The LTSP performance conditions are non-market based (i.e. production which is independent of the Company’s share price) such 
that performance conditions are not reflected in the fair value of the award at grant date; however, at each reporting period the 
Company will assess the likelihood of the conditions being met and revise the cumulative expense accordingly. In the event that 
vesting conditions are not met the charge is reversed.

The PSP performance conditions are a combination of market-based (i.e. movement/growth in company share price) and non-market 
based conditions. The vesting conditions attributable to market based conditions are valued by taking into account the considered 
likelihood of meeting the vesting condition at the date the fair value is calculated. Unlike non-market conditions, no adjustment 
is made for changes in the likelihood of the market conditions being met. The non-market based vesting conditions are treated 
as per the LTSP above. 

When a share award or option is cancelled it is treated as an acceleration of vesting, and the Group immediately recognises the 
amount that otherwise would have been recognised for services received over the remainder of the vesting period. When in certain 
circumstances equity-settled awards that have vested are cash settled, the Group records a reduction in the original share-based 
payment reserve with an adjustment for the difference to cash paid recorded in retained earnings. In the event of cash settlement 
the Group assesses the extent of any legal or constructive obligation to cash settle the remaining options and awards.

Significant judgements and estimates relevant to share-based payments
In determining the fair value of share-based payments made during the Year to employees and Directors, a number of assumptions 
have been made by management. Significant judgements include the determination of appropriate inputs to valuation models 
and assessment of the likelihood of vesting. The details of these assumptions are set out below.

Company schemes
The Company has established share plans to address the retention of Directors and Senior Management over the period to FY 2016, 
which is a pivotal period as the expansion programmes are rolled out across the Group. The total share-based payment charge of 
US$6.6 million (30 June 2013: US$3.9 million) comprises US$4.2 million (30 June 2013: US$3.3 million) charged to the Consolidated 
Income Statement and US$2.4 million (30 June 2013: US$0.6 million) capitalised within property, plant and equipment.

Share grants to Directors: LTSP, PSP and deferred awards
The share-based payment awards are considered to be equity settled, albeit they can be cash settled at the Company’s option. 
The fair value of the LTSP and the PSP granted during the current and prior year and the assumptions used in the Monte Carlo model 
are as follows:

LTSP – non-market based subject to performance conditions

Fair value
Grant date
Share price at grant date
Life of award
Expected dividends

2012 (last award)

133.0p
15 May 2012
133.0p
3.4 years–4.4 years
—

PSP – market and non-market based performance conditions

2014

2013

Fair value (PSP absolute TSR/PSP relative TSR/PSP non-market)
Grant date
Share price at grant date
Expected volatility
Life of award
Expected dividends
Performance period
Correlation
Risk-free interest rate (based on national Government bonds)

50.0p/78.0p/113.8p
20 December 2013
113.8p
42%
2.8 years
—
3 years
34%
0.9%

39.0p/60.0p/110.0p
20 December 2012
109.7p
51%
2.8 years
—
3 years
41%
0.5%

The expected volatility is based on historic volatility of the Group’s share price, adjusted for any extreme changes in the share price 
during the historic period. During the Year, 1,175,271 (30 June 2013: 1,198,268) PSP shares were awarded at a fair value price of 113.8 pence 
(30 June 2013: 109.7 pence). There were no shares awarded under the 2011 LTSP (30 June 2013: nil). The correlation factor used above 
is based on analysis of historical correlation rates between the Company and mining companies within the FTSE 350. The grant date 
fair values incorporate the effect of the relevant market-based conditions. The awards have no exercise price.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTSNotes to the Annual Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2014 continued

27. Share-based payments continued
On 20 December 2013, the Executive Directors of the Company were granted a total of 203,845 deferred awards over ordinary 
shares in the Company. The deferred share awards were fair valued using the market price of the share awards which approximated 
the fair value in a Black-Scholes model. The share price at grant date was 113.8 pence. The awards represent 25% of the total bonus 
in respect of performance for the financial year ended 30 June 2013. The awards vest on 30 June 2015 and vesting is subject to 
continued employment. These awards have no exercise price.

Further information on the terms of the awards (including their vesting conditions) can be found on pages 74 to 90 of the 
Directors’ Remuneration Report.

Share grants to Senior Management: 2011 LTSP
The share-based payment awards are considered to be equity settled, albeit they can be cash settled at the Company’s option. 
The fair value of the LTSP granted to Senior Management during the Year and the assumptions used in the Monte Carlo model 
are as follows:

LTSP – non-market based subject to performance conditions

2014

2013

Fair value
Grant date
Share price at grant date
Life of award
Expected dividends

113.8p
20 December 2013
113.8p
1.8 years–2.8 years
—

118.1p
25 September 2012
118.1p
3.4 years–4.4 years
—

During the Year, 1,745,000 2011 (30 June 2013: 7,055,000) LTSP shares were awarded and 250,000 were cancelled (30 June 2013: 125,000). 
These awards have no exercise price. The awards vest in full based on performance conditions measured over the period ending 
30 June 2016. The awards have the same performance targets as the awards to Directors under the 2011 LTSP and have been valued 
using a Monte Carlo model. Further information on the performance targets of the awards can be found on page 84 of the Directors’ 
Remuneration Report.

The interests of Senior Management under the LTSP are as follows:

Outstanding at beginning of the Year
Granted during the Year
Cancelled during the Year

Outstanding at the end of the Year

Exercisable at the end of the Year

2014
Number

7,055,000
1,745,000
(250,000)

2013
Number

—
7,180,000
(125,000)

8,550,000

7,055,000

—

—

The awards outstanding at 30 June 2014 have no exercise price and a weighted average remaining contractual life of 1.3 years 
to 2.3 years (30 June 2013: 3.4 years to 4.3 years).

Employee and Director share options
The Company has an established share option programme that entitles the Remuneration Committee, at its discretion, to grant 
share options to Directors and Senior Management. There were no new share options granted during the Year (30 June 2013: nil). 
The share-based payment expense has been calculated using the Black-Scholes model. All share options are equity settled.

The terms and conditions of the options in issue, whereby options are equity settled by delivery of shares under the plan terms, 
are as follows:

Employees and Directors entitled

Grant date

Number

Vesting period 

Options granted 
to Directors

Options granted to 
Senior Management

16 June 2005
31 May 2006
12 March 2009
30 September 2009
17 March 2010

27 November 2005
31 May 2006
31 July 2006
12 March 2009
30 September 2009
17 March 2010
25 November 2010

2,000,000
1,000,000
2,500,000
1,150,000
1,150,000

33,845
45,851
147,804
1,713,334
878,334
1,386,668
215,000

1/3 per annum from grant date
1/3 per annum from grant date
1/3 per annum from grant date
1/3 per annum from grant date
1/3 per annum from grant date

1/3 per annum from grant date
1/3 per annum from grant date
1/3 per annum from grant date
1/3 per annum from grant date
1/3 per annum from grant date
1/3 per annum from grant date
1/3 per annum from grant date

Remaining life
of options
(years)

1
2
5
6
6

1
2
2
5
5
6
6

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS27. Share-based payments continued

Outstanding at beginning of the Year
Cancelled during the Year
Cash settled
Lapsed during the Year
Exercised during the Year
Granted during the Year

Outstanding at the end of the Year

Exercisable at the end of the Year

2014

Weighted
average
exercise price
(pence)

52.9
—
53.1
—
36.9
—

53.3

53.3

Number

15,154,760
 —
(2,524,924)
—
(409,000)
—

12,220,836

12,220,836

2013

Weighted
average
exercise price
(pence)

49.5
58.2
—
—
42.1
—

52.9

52.5

Number

17,079,428
(78,050)
—
—
(1,846,618)
—

15,154,760

14,993,167

The weighted average market price of the shares in respect of options exercised during the Year was 112.8 pence (30 June 2013: 108.9 pence). 
The options outstanding at 30 June 2014 have an exercise price in the range of 27.5 pence to 96.0 pence (30 June 2013: 27.5 pence 
to 96.0 pence) and a weighted average remaining contractual life of four years (30 June 2013: five years).

Employees received cash payments of US$4.6 million (30 June 2013: US$43,278) during the Year in respect of 2,524,924 options which 
were cash settled. The options were fully vested and due to be equity settled under the plan terms. The Group elected to cash settle 
in this instance. No legal or constructive obligation to cash settle the remaining options or share awards is considered to exist.

Warrants
During the Year 2,100,000 (30 June 2013: 2,100,000) warrants were exercised with an option price of 95 pence (30 June 2013: 90 pence), 
as set out in the table below.

Outstanding at beginning of the Year
Exercised during the Year

Outstanding at the end of the Year

Exercisable at the end of the Year

2014

2013

Weighted
average
exercise price
(pence)

97.5
95.0

100.0

100.0

Weighted
average
exercise price
(pence)

95.0
90.0

97.5

97.5

Number

4,200,000
(2,100,000)

2,100,000

2,100,000

Number

6,300,000
(2,100,000)

4,200,000

4,200,000

The warrants outstanding at 30 June 2014 have an exercise price of 100 pence (30 June 2013: 95 pence to 100 pence) and a remaining 
contractual life of four months (30 June 2013: one year). All warrants are settled by delivery of shares.

28. Related parties
Subsidiaries, associates and joint ventures
Details of associates and subsidiaries are disclosed in note 16 and note 30 respectively.

Directors
Details relating to Directors’ emoluments are disclosed in note 11 and in the Directors’ Remuneration Report on pages 74 to 90. 
Details relating to Directors’ shareholdings in the Company are disclosed in the Directors’ Report on page 86. Key management 
remuneration is disclosed in note 11.

There are no loans to Directors or Senior Management.

During the Year, a subsidiary of the Company paid US$0.8 million (R8.8 million) (30 June 2013: US$1.7 million (R14.9 million)) to 
Zeren (Pty) Ltd (“Zeren”) in respect of the development and purchase of specialised plant and equipment. The cumulative amount 
paid to Zeren as at 30 June 2014 is US$9.6 million (R99.6 million) (30 June 2013: US$8.6 million (R85.5 million)). Effective 24 April 2014, 
the agreement whereby Zeren was developing specialised plant and equipment for the Company was terminated. Mr Dippenaar, 
Mr Davidson and Mr Abery are all Directors of the Company and were previously also directors and shareholders of Zeren. On 
30 April 2014 they disposed of their entire shareholding in Zeren and on 2 May 2014 they resigned as directors of Zeren. There is 
no longer any related party relationship between Mr Dippenaar, Mr Davidson and Mr Abery and Zeren. Following termination of 
the relationship with Zeren, management has undertaken a review of the assets acquired; one of the machines developed with 
Zeren (with a carrying value at 30 June 2014 of US$0.9 million (R9.8 million)) is in use at the Cullinan mine and the balance 
of the plant and equipment has been depreciated or fully impaired during the Year.

Umnotho weSizwe Group (Pty) Ltd (“Umnotho”), one of Petra’s BEE partners, holds a 36% interest in the Cullinan mine BEE holding 
company, Thembinkosi Mining Investments (Pty) Ltd (“Thembinkosi”). The Group has a non-current receivable due from Thembinkosi 
of US$28.9 million (30 June 2013: US$25.9 million) and a non-current payable due to Thembinkosi of US$24.2 million (30 June 2013: 
US$24.0 million). Included in net finance expense (note 8), the Company has finance income due from Thembinkosi of US$2.8 million 
(30 June 2013: US$2.5 million) and finance expense payable to Thembinkosi of US$2.1 million (30 June 2013: US$2.1 million). These sums 
arise due to the funding that the Group has provided to Thembinkosi to finance its interests in the Cullinan mine. Mr Abery 
is a director of Umnotho. Mr Pouroulis and Mr Abery are beneficiaries of a trust that is a shareholder in Umnotho.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTSNotes to the Annual Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2014 continued

28. Related parties continued
The Group has a 49.24% interest in Nelesco 651 (Pty) Ltd, which is the holding company of Sedibeng Mining (Pty) Ltd (“Sedibeng”), 
one of Petra’s BEE partners. Sedibeng holds direct interests in the Kimberley Underground and Helam mines, and indirect interests 
in Finsch, Cullinan and Koffiefontein through its shareholding in Thembinkosi, Senakha Diamonds Investments (Pty) Ltd (“Senakha”) 
and Re Teng Diamonds (Pty) Ltd (“Re Teng Diamonds”). The Group has a non-current receivable due from Sedibeng of US$19.9 million 
(30 June 2013: US$19.0 million) and a non-current payable due to Sedibeng of US$2.1 million (30 June 2013: US$4.6 million). 
Included in net finance expense (note 8), the Company has finance income due from Sedibeng of US$2.6 million (30 June 2013: 
US$1.7 million) and finance expense payable to Sedibeng of US$0.7 million (30 June 2013: US$0.7 million). These sums arise due to 
the funding that the Group has provided to Sedibeng to finance its interests in the Koffiefontein (through Re Teng Diamonds), 
Kimberley Underground and Sedibeng JV mines.

Senakha, another of Petra’s BEE partners, holds a 21% direct interest in the Finsch mine. The Group has a non-current receivable 
due from Senakha of US$37.9 million (30 June 2013: US$36.7 million) and a non-current payable due to Senakha of US$37.9 million 
(30 June 2013: US$36.7 million). Included in net finance expense (note 8) the Group has finance income due from Senakha of 
US$3.9 million (30 June 2013: US$4.1 million) and finance expense payable to Senakha of US$3.9 million (30 June 2013: US$4.1 million). 
These sums arise due to the funding that the Group has provided to Senakha to finance its interests in Finsch.

Re Teng Diamonds, another of Petra’s BEE partners, holds a 30% direct interest in the Koffiefontein mine. The Group has an interest-free 
receivable due from Re Teng Diamonds of US$0.9 million (30 June 2013: US$1.2 million).

Shareholders
The principal shareholders of the Company are detailed in Shareholder and Corporate Information on page 153.

29. Significant non-cash transactions
US$ million

2014

2013

Operating activities
Depreciation of property, plant and equipment
Impairment
Increase/(decrease) in provisions
Other finance expense – pension scheme
Other finance expense – unwinding of present value adjustment for rehabilitation costs
Other finance expense – post-retirement medical fund
Net unrealised foreign exchange (gain)/loss
Present value adjustment of rehabilitation provision – change in assumptions
Loss on disposal of Sedibeng JV and Star
Loss on sale of property, plant and equipment
Provision for retrenchments
Share-based payment provision

Investing activities
Non-cash capital expenditure (capitalisation of borrowing costs, employee costs)
Non-cash rehabilitation asset adjustment – change in estimate
Non-cash interest receivable from BEE loans on investing activity 

Investing activities
Non-cash interest payable on BEE loans on investing activity 

41.7
13.9
0.5
1.3
3.8
1.4
(3.6)
—
10.1
0.6
—
4.2

73.9

2.8
9.9
10.4

23.1

6.7

6.7

42.8
12.6
(0.2)
2.4
2.6
1.3
4.7
(1.9)
—
—
2.6
3.3

56.4

3.7
(8.3)
9.2

4.6

6.9

6.9

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS30. Subsidiaries
Significant accounting policies relevant to subsidiaries
Subsidiaries are those entities over whose financial and operating policies the Group has the power to exercise control. The Group 
Financial Statements incorporate the assets, liabilities and results of operations of the Company and its subsidiaries. The results of 
subsidiaries acquired and disposed of during a financial year are included from the effective dates of acquisition to the date control 
ceases. Where necessary, the accounting policies of subsidiaries are changed to ensure consistency with the policies adopted by the Group.

At 30 June 2014 the Group held 20% or more of the allotted share capital of the following significant subsidiaries:

Autumn Star Investment Holdings 
(Pty) Ltd1
Blue Diamond Mines (Pty) Ltd2
Crown Resources (Pty) Ltd
Cullinan Diamond Mine (Pty) Ltd
Cullinan Investment Holdings Ltd
Dancarl Diamonds (Pty) Ltd1
Ealing Management Services (Pty) Ltd
Finsch Diamond Mine (Pty) Ltd
Helam Mining (Pty) Ltd
Kalahari Diamonds Ltd
Kimberley Underground Mines JV
Koffiefontein Mine JV
Messina Diamonds (Pty) Ltd1
Messina Investments (Pty) Ltd1
Petra Diamonds Botswana (Pty) Ltd
Petra Diamonds Jersey Treasury Ltd
Petra Diamonds Netherlands Treasury B.V.
Petra Diamonds Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd
Premier Rose Management Services 
(Pty) Ltd
Sedibeng Diamond Mine JV1
Star Diamonds (Pty) Ltd1
Tarorite (Pty) Ltd
Willcroft Company Ltd
Williamson Diamonds Ltd

Country of
incorporation

Class
of share
capital held

Direct
percentage
held 2014)

Direct
percentage

held 2013)2,3

Nature of business

South Africa

Ordinary

 —

 40% Mining and exploration

South Africa
South Africa
South Africa
British Virgin Islands
South Africa
South Africa
South Africa
South Africa
United Kingdom
Unincorporated JV
Unincorporated JV
South Africa
South Africa
Botswana
Jersey
Netherlands
South Africa
South Africa

Unincorporated JV
South Africa
South Africa
Bermuda
Tanzania

Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary

Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary

Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary

 100%
 100%
 74%
 100%
—
100%
74%
74%
100%
74%
70%
—
—
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%

—
—
100%
100%
75%

100%

100%

 100%

 100% Mining and exploration
 100% Mining and exploration
 74% Mining and exploration
Investment holding
40% Mining and exploration
Services provision
74% Mining and exploration
74% Mining and exploration
Investment holding
74% Mining and exploration
70% Mining and exploration
100% Mining and exploration
Investment holding
100%
Exploration
100%
Treasury
100%
Treasury
100%
Services provision
100%
Services provision
100%

74.5% Mining and exploration
74% Mining and exploration
Services provision
Investment holding
75% Mining and exploration

100%
100%

1.  During the Year the Group disposed of its holdings in Messina Investments (Pty) Ltd, Autumn Star Investment Holdings (Pty) Ltd, Messina Diamonds (Pty) Ltd, Star Diamonds (Pty) 

Ltd, Dancarl Diamonds (Pty) Ltd and Sedibeng JV (refer to note 10).

2. The Company owns 13.33% of Re Teng Diamonds (Pty) Ltd, through Blue Diamond Mines (Pty) Ltd, which increases its effective interest in Koffiefontein Mine JV to 74%, 

subsequently increased further as detailed in footnote 3.

3.  The Group increased its effective interest in Finsch (82.38%), Cullinan (77.03%), Helam (86.80%), Koffiefontein (81.39%) and Kimberley Underground (86.80%), 

through its investment in Nelesco (refer to note 10).

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTSNotes to the Annual Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2014 continued

31. Pension scheme
Significant accounting policies relevant to pensions
Defined contribution scheme
Obligations for contributions to defined contribution pension schemes are recognised as an expense in the Consolidated Income 
Statement as incurred. 

Defined benefit scheme
The defined benefit liability or asset recognised in the Consolidated Financial Statements represents the present value of the 
defined benefit obligation as adjusted for unrecognised actuarial gains and losses and unrecognised past service costs, and 
reduced by the fair value of plan assets. Any net asset recognised is limited to unrecognised actuarial losses, plus the present 
value of available refunds and any reduction in future contributions that the Company is entitled to in terms of Section 15E of the 
Pension Funds Act in South Africa. Changes in the defined benefit valuation are recorded in the Consolidated Income Statement 
when they refer to current service costs, past service costs or net interest calculated on the net deficit. All other changes in the 
defined benefit valuation are recorded within other comprehensive income. The actuarial calculation is performed by a qualified 
actuary using the projected unit credit method every second year unless the actuarial assumptions are considered to have 
materially changed since the previous external valuation, in which case the valuation is revisited earlier. 

Significant judgements and estimates relevant to pensions
The pension charge or income for the defined benefit scheme is regularly assessed in accordance with the advice of a qualified 
actuary using the projected unit credit method and was updated for 30 June 2014. The most important assumptions made in 
connection with the scheme valuation and charge or income are the return on the funds, the average yield of South African 
Government long dated bonds, salary increases, withdrawal rates, life expectancies and the current South African consumer price 
index. The details of these assumptions are set out below.

The Company operates a defined benefit scheme and defined contribution scheme. The defined benefit scheme was acquired as 
part of the acquisitions of Cullinan and Finsch and is closed to new members. All new employees are required to join the defined 
contribution scheme. The assets of the pension schemes are held separately from those of the Group’s assets.

Defined benefit scheme
The defined benefit scheme, which is contributory for members, provides benefits based on final pensionable salary 
and contributions.

The pension charge or income for the defined benefit scheme is assessed in accordance with the advice of a qualified actuary 
using the projected unit credit method. The most important assumptions made in connection with the charge or income were, 
the return on the funds will be nil (30 June 2013: 9.19%), based on the average yield of South African Government long dated bonds 
of 9.05% (30 June 2013: 8.46%), and that salaries will be increased at 8.11% (30 June 2013: 7.59%), based on current South African 
consumer price index of 7.11% (30 June 2013: 6.59%). The market value of the assets of the defined benefit scheme at 30 June 2014 
is R164.6 million (US$15.5 million) (30 June 2013: R160.4 million (US$16.2 million)) and the actuarial valuation of the assets on an 
ongoing basis represented 93.6% (30 June 2013: 94.4%) of the benefit of R175.7 million (US$16.5 million) (30 June 2013: R169.9 million 
(US$17.2 million)) that had accrued to members, allowing for expected future increases in earnings. The notional pension deficit 
is R11.1 million (US$1.0 million) (30 June 2013: R9.5 million (US$1.0 million)). The notional deficit, arising due to actuarial losses, 
was not previously recognised given it was within the IAS 19 corridor. The corridor method is no longer applicable under the 
revised IAS 19. All actuarial gains and losses are included in the Consolidated Statement of Other Comprehensive Income. 
The comparatives have not been restated as the effect of removing the corridor was immaterial, based on actuarial analysis. 
The pension fund values are converted using the Year-end foreign exchange rate of R10.63/US$1 (30 June 2013: R9.88/US$1).

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS31. Pension scheme continued
US$ million

Defined benefit obligations
Present value of funded obligations
Fair value of plan assets
Unrecognised net gain – IAS 19 corridor/Paragraph 58

Recognised deficit for defined benefit obligations

Movements in present value of the defined benefit obligations recognised in the 
Statement of Financial Position
Net surplus for the defined benefit obligation as at 1 July
Net expense recognised in the income statement
Contributions by employer

Net surplus for defined benefit obligations at 30 June

Expense recognised in the income statement
Current service cost
Net interest on deficit

Change in the fair value of the defined benefit assets
Net surplus for the defined benefit obligation as at 1 July
Foreign exchange movement on opening balances
Return on plan assets
Benefits paid to members
Contributions by Group
Net transfers in

At 30 June

Change in the present value of the defined benefit obligations
At 1 July
Foreign exchange movement on opening balance
Benefits paid to members
Current service cost
Finance expense
Contributions by members
Actuarial losses
Net transfers in

At 30 June

Actuarial gains and losses
Actuarial gains on plan assets
Actuarial gains/(losses) on plan liabilities

Analysis of plan assets
Cash
Equity
Bonds
Property
Other – offshore

2014

(16.5)
15.5
—

(1.0)

—
(0.6)
0.6

—

(0.5)
(0.1)

(0.6)

16.2
(1.4)
1.2
(1.1)
0.6
—

15.5

(17.2)
1.5
1.1
(0.5)
(1.3)
(0.1)
—
—

(16.5)

—
0.2

2013

(17.2)
16.2
1.0

—

—
(0.4)
0.4

—

(0.4)
—

(0.4)

17.0
(2.9)
1.2
(1.0)
0.4
1.5

16.2

(15.7)
2.8
1.0
(0.4)
(1.2)
(0.1)
(2.1)
(1.5)

(17.2)

—
(2.1)

56.6%
11.0%
15.4%
2.7%
14.3%

 64.5%
 12.1%
 14.8%
 3.5%
 5.1%

100.0%

 100.0%

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTSNotes to the Annual Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2014 continued

31. Pension scheme continued

US$ million

Principal actuarial assumptions
Discount rate
Expected return on plan assets 
Future salary increases
Inflation
Future pension increases

Determination of estimated pension expense for the year ended 30 June 2014 
(based on current accounting policy)
Member contributions
Company contributions
Benefit payments

2014
% per annum

2013
% per annum

9.05%
n/a 
8.11%
 7.11%
5.33%

0.1
0.3
(1.2)

 8.46%
 9.19%
 7.59%
 6.59%
 4.94%

0.1
0.4
(1.1)

US$ million

2014

2013

2012

2011

Defined benefit obligation trends (before 
Paragraph 58 and IAS 19 corridor used previously)
Plan assets
Plan liabilities

(Deficit)/surplus

15.5
(16.5)

(1.0)

16.2
(17.2)

(1.0)

17.0
(15.7)

1.3

Assumptions regarding future mortality experience are set based on advice in accordance with published statistics 
and experience in the fund. 

The average life expectancy in years of a pensioner retiring at the age of 65 on 30 June 2014 date is as follows:

Male
Female

2014

15.92
20.02

19.4
(17.6)

1.8

2013

15.92
20.02

Further to the acquisition of the defined benefit fund, the Group has no experience adjustments.

The valuation is subject to risks. The key sensitivities are changes in discount rates and mortality assumptions. A 0.5% change 
in the discount rate changes the pension obligation by approximately US$1.1 million. A two year change in mortality changes 
the pension obligation by approximately US$0.5 million.

32. Post-retirement medical fund
Significant accounting policies relevant to medical funds
The Group’s post-retirement medical fund is unfunded and therefore recognised as a liability on the Consolidated Statement of 
Financial Position within provisions. The actuarial calculation is performed by a qualified actuary using the projected unit credit 
method every second year unless the actuarial assumptions are considered to have materially changed since the previous external 
valuation, in which case the valuation is revisited earlier. 

Significant judgements and estimates relevant to medical funds
The benefit liability for the post-employment health care liability scheme is regularly assessed in accordance with the advice of a 
qualified actuary using the projected unit credit method. The most recent actuarial valuation was at 30 June 2014. The most important 
assumptions made in connection with the scheme valuation and charge or income are the health care cost of inflation, the average 
yield of South African Government long dated bonds and salary increases, withdrawal rates and life expectancies. The details 
of these assumptions are set out below.

The post-employment health care liability scheme was acquired as part of the acquisitions of Cullinan and Finsch and is closed 
to new members. All new employees will be responsible for funding their own post-employment health care liability costs. 

The benefit liability for the post-employment health care liability scheme is regularly assessed in accordance with the advice of a 
qualified actuary using the projected unit credit method. The Group obtained a valuation using a third party actuary at 30 June 2014. 
This is considered sufficient to achieve a materially accurate valuation. The Group’s post-employment health care liability consists 
of a commitment to pay a portion of the members’ post-employment medical scheme contributions. This liability is also generated 
in respect of dependants who are offered continued membership of the medical scheme on the death of the primary member. 
The most important assumptions made in connection with the charge or income were that the health care cost of inflation will 
be 8.50% (30 June 2013: 7.25%), based on the average yield of relevant South African Government long dated bonds of 9.50% 
(30 June 2013: 8.75%), and that salaries will be increased at 8.11% (30 June 2013: 6.25%). The actuarial accrued liability unfunded status 
of the post-employment health care liability scheme at 30 June 2014 is R130.1 million (US$12.1 million) (30 June 2013: R108.2 million 
(US$11.0 million)). The post-employment health care liability values are converted using the Year-end foreign exchange rate 
of R10.63:US$1 (30 June 2013: R9.88:US$1).

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS32. Post-retirement medical fund continued

US$ million

Post-retirement medical fund
Present value of post-employment medical care obligations

Unfunded status at 30 June

Movements in present value of the post-retirement medical fund obligations 
recognised in the Consolidated Statement of Financial Position
Net liability for the post-retirement medical fund obligation as at 1 July
Foreign exchange movement on opening balances
Net expense recognised in the income statement

Net liability for post-employment medical care obligations at 30 June

Expense recognised in the income statement
Current service cost
Finance expense

The expense is recognised in the following line items in the income statement:
Mining and processing costs
Finance expense

Reconciliation of fair value of scheme liabilities
At 1 July
Foreign exchange movement on opening balances
Net expense recognised in the income statement

Liabilities at fair market value as at 30 June

Principal actuarial assumptions
Discount rate 
Health care cost inflation
Future salary increases
Net replacement ratio
Net discount rate
Normal retirement age (years)
Fully accrued age (years)

2014

12.1

12.1

11.0
(1.0)
2.1

12.1

0.8
1.3

2.1

0.8
1.3

2.1

11.0
(1.0)
2.1

12.1

2013

11.0

11.0

11.8
(2.1)
1.3

11.0

0.3
1.0

1.3

0.3
1.0

1.3

11.8
(2.1)
1.3

11.0

2014
%
per annum

2013
%
per annum

9.50%
8.50%
8.11%
75.00%
0.92%
60.0
60.0

8.75%
7.25%
6.25%
75.00%
1.40%
60.0
60.0

US$ million

2014

2013

Determination of estimated post-retirement medical fund expense for the year 
ended 30 June 2015 
Current service cost
Finance expense
Benefit payments

US$ million

Actuarial accrued liability
Funded status

2014

12.1

2013

11.0

0.9
0.6
(0.2)

2012

11.8

0.4
1.0
(0.1)

2011

7.3

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 
Notes to the Annual Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2014 continued

32. Post-retirement medical fund continued
Sensitivity analysis 
Health care inflation rate
The effect of a 1% increase or decrease in the health care inflation rate on the post-retirement medical fund accrued liability 
is as follows:

US$ million

Accrued liability
% difference

US$ million

Accrued liability
% difference

30 June 2014

1% increase

1% decrease

12.1
—

15.7
29.7%

12.0
(1.8%)

30 June 2013

1% increase

1% decrease

11.0
—

13.3
20.9%

9.2
(16.4%)

Average retirement age
The table below shows the impact of a one-year change in the expected average retirement age:

US$ million

Accrued liability
% difference

US$ million

Accrued liability
% difference

30 June 2014

12.1
—

30 June 2013

11.0
—

Retirement
one year
earlier

14.4
19.0%

Retirement
one year
earlier

11.6
5.4%

Retirement
one year
later

13.2
(9.0%)

Retirement
one year
later

10.4
(5.5%)

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTSFive-year Summary of Consolidated Figures
For the year ended 30 June 2014

US$ million

Income statement 

Revenue (gross)1

Adjusted mining and processing costs2

Profit from mining activity3

Adjusted EBITDA4

Adjusted net profit after tax5

Net profit/(loss) after tax – Group

Statement of financial position

Current assets

Non-current assets

Total assets

Borrowings (short and long term)

Current liabilities (excluding borrowings)

Total equity

Movement in cash

Net cash generated from operating activities

Adjusted operating cashflow6

Net cash utilised in investing activities

Net cash generated by/(utilised in) financing activities

Net increase/(decrease) in cash and cash equivalents

Ratios and other key information

2014

2013

2012

2011

20107

472.6

402.7

316.9

220.6

163.7

(277.4)

(254.8)

(222.6)

(146.9)

(98.9)

201.1

187.7

93.7

67.5

143.8

127.6

53.6

27.9

167.5

931.4

173.6

827.0

1,098.9

1,000.6

158.9

72.1

631.9

147.0

69.5

587.4

103.3

90.3

39.6

(2.1)

151.6

839.6

991.2

69.0

51.2

76.4

67.1

34.1

59.2

413.6

558.0

971.6

90.1

47.6

67.2

70.9

69.3

70.2

87.4

404.0

491.4

64.5

32.5

665.0

699.0

290.9

196.1

181.2

73.0

132.8

77.2

84.6

50.9

67.8

48.8

49.0

(211.0)

(180.3)

(123.9)

(330.7)

(52.6)

22.0

7.1

94.0

(13.3)

(13.6)

(60.3)

349.8

70.0

21.7

17.9

Basic earnings/(loss) per share attributable to the equity holders of the 
Company – US$ cents 

Adjusted basic earnings per share from continuing operations attributable 
to the equity holders of the Company – US$ cents5

Capex

Cash at bank (including restricted)

9.69

6.30

(0.48)

12.83

22.65

14.82

211.2

34.0

11.34

191.2

26.2

7.82

137.3

47.3

8.41

22.30

110.9

324.9

25.5

34.5

The Group uses several non-GAAP measures above and, as these are non-GAAP measures, they should not be considered as replacements for IFRS measures. 
The Company’s definition of these non-GAAP measures may not be comparable to other similarly titled measures reported by other companies.

1.  Revenue (gross) includes revenues for the Sedibeng JV and Star mines for FY2014 and FY2013. Under IFRS, these revenues are classified in the Consolidated Income Statement 

as part of the loss from discontinued operations on page 96.

2. Adjusted mining and processing costs are mining and processing costs stated before depreciation and share-based expense.

3.  Profit from mining activities is revenue less adjusted mining and processing costs plus other direct income.

4. Adjusted EBITDA is stated before share-based expense, impairment charges, net unrealised foreign exchange gains and losses, and loss on discontinued operations.

5.  Adjusted net profit after tax and adjusted (basic) earnings per share from continuing operations are net profit after tax and earnings per share from continuing operations stated 

before impairment charges, net unrealised foreign exchange gains and losses, and loss on discontinued operations.

6. Adjusted operating cashflow is operating cashflow adjusted for the cash effect of the movement in diamond debtors between each financial year end, excluding unrealised 

foreign exchange translation movements.

7.  For the Period 1 July to 16 November 2009, Petra accounted for its interest in Cullinan under the gross method of proportional consolidation, recognising 50% of revenue and 13% 

minority interests. With effect from 17 November 2009, the effective date of control for accounting purposes that Petra acquired the remaining 50% interest in Cullinan 
Investment Holdings Ltd from Al Rajhi Holdings W.L.L., Petra consolidated 100% of revenue and 26% minority interests in line with IFRS.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTSPetra’s Partners

The Company’s partnerships are key in terms of stakeholder sustainability and the long-term success of its operations.

In South Africa, the Company has partner shareholders in its operations who represent the interests of black economic 
empowerment (“BEE”) shareholders. These BEE partners include various commercial BEE entities (including women’s groups), 
as well as, importantly, the Petra Diamonds Employee Trust.

In Tanzania, Petra’s partner is the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania at the Williamson mine, the country’s 
most important diamond producer.

Operations

BEE and government

Finsch

Cullinan

74%

74%

26%

Petra Diamonds Employee Trust 5%
Senakha Diamonds Investments (Pty) Ltd 21%
(Sedibeng Mining (Pty) Ltd 17%, Lexshell 844 Investments 
(Pty) Ltd 2%, Namoise Mining (Pty) Ltd 2%)

26%

Petra Diamonds Employee Trust 12%
Thembinkosi Mining Investments (Pty) Ltd 14%
(Sedibeng Mining (Pty) Ltd 6.16%, Umnotho WeSizwe Group 
(Pty) Ltd 5.04%, Namoise Mining (Pty) Ltd 2.8%)

70%

Koffiefontein

30%

Re Teng Diamonds 30%
(Sedibeng Mining (Pty) Ltd 15%, Thari Resources (Pty) Ltd 
6%, Petra Diamonds Employee Trust 5%, Blue Diamond 
Mines (Pty) Ltd (Petra) 4%)

Petra 
Diamonds 
Limited

74%

Kimberley 
Underground

26%

Sedibeng Mining (Pty) Ltd

74%

Helam

26%

Sedibeng Mining (Pty) Ltd

Williamson

75%

25%

Government of the United Republic of Tanzania

100%

Botswana 
exploration

Note: Petra has an interest in Sedibeng Mining (Pty) Ltd; please refer note 10 in the Financial Statements on page 115.

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Finsch – South Africa

Sales
Revenue 
Diamonds sold
Average price per carat

ROM production
Tonnes treated
Diamonds produced
Grade¹

Tailings production
Tonnes treated
Diamonds produced
Grade¹

Total production
Tonnes treated
Diamonds produced

Costs
On-mine cash cost per tonne treated

Capex
Expansion Capex
Sustaining Capex
Borrowing costs capitalised

Total Capex

Unit

FY 2014

FY 2013

Variance

US$m
Carats
US$

Tonnes
Carats
Cpht

Tonnes
Carats
Cpht

Tonnes
Carats

ZAR

US$m
US$m
US$m

US$m

183.7
1,856,939
99

2,910,195
1,109,022
38.1

2,668,278
776,138
29.1

160.6
1,336,418
120

2,609,935
890,360
34.1

2,600,611
522,106
20.1

5,578,473
1,885,160

5,210,546
1,412,465

146

50.7
12.3
4.8

67.8

139

33.5
10.6
4.5

48.6

+14%
+39%
-18%

+12%
+25%
+12%

+3%
+49%
+45%

+7%
+33%

+5%

+51%
+16%
+7%

+40%

1.   The Company is not able to precisely measure the ROM/tailings grade split because ore from both sources is processed through the same plant; the Company therefore 

back-calculates the grade with reference to resource grades.

Cullinan – South Africa

Unit

FY 2014

FY 2013

Variance

Sales
Revenue 
Diamonds sold
Average price per carat

ROM production
Tonnes treated
Diamonds produced
Grade

Tailings production
Tonnes treated
Diamonds produced
Grade

Total production
Tonnes treated
Diamonds produced

Costs
On-mine cash cost per tonne treated

Capex
Expansion Capex
Sustaining Capex
Borrowing costs capitalised

Total Capex

US$m
Carats
US$

Tonnes
Carats
Cpht

Tonnes
Carats
Cpht

Tonnes
Carats

ZAR

US$m
US$m
US$m

US$m

162.8
881,343
185.1

133.0
816,611

1632 

2,546,383
706,728
27.8

2,149,571
116,891
5.4

2,595,004
795,370
30.7

1,485,889
73,605
5.0

4,695,954
823,619

4,080,893
868,975

154

73.5
14.7
4.9

93.1

158

64.0
17.2
7.8

89.0

+22%
+8%
+13%

-2%
-11%
-9%

+45%
+59%
+8%

+15%
-5%

-3%

+15%
-15%
-37%

+5%

1.   The average value at Cullinan includes the 126.4 carat white diamond that sold for US$8.5 million in December 2013 and the 29.6 carat blue diamond that sold for US$25.6 million 

in February 2014; the average value for FY 2014 excluding these stones was US$146 per carat.

2. The average value at Cullinan includes the 25.5 carat blue diamond sold for US$16.9 million; the average value for FY 2013 excluding this stone was US$142 per carat.

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continued

Koffiefontein – South Africa

Sales
Revenue 
Diamonds sold
Average price per carat

ROM production
Tonnes treated
Diamonds produced
Grade

Tailings/Ebenhaezer production
Tonnes treated
Diamonds produced
Grade

Total production
Tonnes treated
Diamonds produced

Costs
On-mine cash cost per tonne treated

Capex
Expansion Capex
Sustaining Capex

Total Capex

Unit

FY 2014

FY 2013

Variance

US$m
Carats
US$

Tonnes
Carats
Cpht

Tonnes
Carats
Cpht

Tonnes
Carats

ZAR

US$m
US$m

US$m

26.7
49,250
542

245,833
17,502
7.1

431,833
32,873
7.6

677,666
50,375

293

25.1
5.6

30.7

16.6
35,168
471

239,161
14,356
6.0

1,242,360
20,444
1.6

1,481,521
34,800

136

10.9
9.5

20.4

+61%
+40%
+15%

+3%
+22%
+18%

-65%
+61%
+375%

-54%
+45%

+115%

+130%
-41%

+50%

Kimberley Underground – South Africa

Unit

FY 2014

FY 2013

Variance

Sales
Revenue 
Diamonds sold
Average price per carat

Total production (all ROM)
Tonnes treated
Diamonds produced
Grade

Costs
On-mine cash cost per tonne treated

Capex
Expansion Capex
Sustaining Capex

Total Capex

US$m
Carats
US$

Tonnes
Carats
Cpht

ZAR

US$m
US$m

US$m

38.8
127,729
303

908,498
126,917
14.0

301

5.8
4.3

10.1

33.4
113,383
295

804,725
115,400
14.3

265

17.6
4.0

21.6

+16%
+13%
+3%

+13%
+10%
-2%

+14%

-67%
+8%

-53%

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Unit

FY 2014

FY 2013

Variance

Sales
Revenue 
Diamonds sold
Average price per carat

ROM production
Tonnes treated
Diamonds produced
Grade

Alluvial production
Tonnes treated
Diamonds produced
Grade

Total production
Tonnes treated
Diamonds produced

Costs
On-mine cash cost per tonne treated

Capex
Expansion Capex
Sustaining Capex

Total Capex

US$m
Carats
US$

Tonnes
Carats
Cpht

Tonnes
Carats
Cpht

Tonnes
Carats

US$

US$m
US$m

US$m

53.9
178,171
303

3,405,524
178,379
5.2

405,166
10,086
2.5

41.9
165,324
254

2,730,133
150,342
5.5

385,186
14,035
3.6

3,810,690
188,465

3,115,319
164,376

12

2.4
6.5

8.9

12

8.4
3.3

11.7

+29%
+8%
+19%

+25%
+19%
-5%

+5%
-28%
-31%

+22%
+15%

—

-71%
+97%

-24%

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SUPPLEMENTARY INFO2014 Resource Statement

Petra manages one of the world’s largest diamond resources of over 300 Mcts. This major resource implies that the potential 
mine lives of Petra’s core assets could be considerably longer than the current mine plans in place at each operation, or could 
support significantly higher production rates.

Gross Resources 
As at 30 June 2014, the Group’s gross diamond Resources (inclusive of Reserves) decreased 3% to 301.1 Mcts (30 June 2013: 309.6 Mcts).

Apart from depletion by mining activity, the main reasons for an overall decrease in gross diamond Resources were the sale of 
the Sedibeng and Star fissure operations (1.2 Mcts), the application of a revised resource model at Williamson (which saw the mine’s 
total Resource decrease by 6.3 Mcts due to a lower grade attributed to the K1, K1A and K2/KT facies in the diatreme portion of the 
orebody – currently not in the LOM business plan), and a 0.8 Mcts decrease in the total Resource at Kimberley Underground (mainly 
due to a reduced grade on the East Blow section of Dutoitspan, based on new sampling results). 

These decreases were countered by a 0.5 Mcts increase at Finsch due to re-modelling of Finsch Block 4 with PCBC software, 
and a 0.6 Mcts increase at Koffiefontein due to the base of the mine’s Resource being taken to 720 metres, based on new 
sampling results.

Gross Reserves
The Group’s gross diamond Reserves increased 1.5% to 55.2 Mcts (30 June 2013: 54.4 Mcts), mainly owing to re-calibration of the 
Finsch Block 4 PCBC model, and new PCSLC and PCBC modelling of the Finsch Block 5 SLC and Block Cave respectively. 

The following table summarises the gross Reserves and Resources status of the combined Petra Group operations as at 30 June 2014. 

Group

Category

Reserves
Proved 
Probable 

Subtotal 

Resources
Measured
Indicated
Inferred

Subtotal 

Finsch

Category

Reserves
Proved 
Probable 

Subtotal 

Resources
Measured
Indicated
Inferred

Subtotal 

Gross

Gross

Grade
cpht

49.2
44.9

45.0

7.1
49.7
6.0

17.2

Grade
(cpht)

— 
56.5

56.5

— 
64.5
55.1

60.2

Tonnes
millions

1.0
121.8

122.9

14.5
447.5
1,289.9

1,751.9

Tonnes
(millions)

 —
49.7

49.7

 —
46.3
38.9

85.2

Contained
diamonds
Mcts

0.50
54.74

55.24

1.03
222.51
77.61

301.15

Contained
diamonds
(Mcts)

— 
28.04

28.04

— 
29.89
21.42

51.31

1.  Resource bottom cut-off: 1.0mm.

2. Reserve bottom cut-off: 1.0mm.

3.  Block 4 Resource tonnes and grade are based on block cave depletion modelling and include external waste.

4. Block 5 Resource stated as in situ.

5.  Changes in Resource figures due to depletions and re-calibration of the Block 4 PCBC model.

6. The Block 4 PCBC model has been re-calibrated to correct for historical over-depletion and refined to better account for the South West Precursor ore that is now included in the 

Block 4 Block Cave material due to sidewall collapses in the open pit above Block 4.

7.  Block 5 Reserves are based on PCSLC and PCBC modelling of new Sub Level Cave and Block Cave designs.

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Cullinan

Category

Reserves
Proved 
Probable 

Subtotal 

Resources 
Measured
Indicated
Inferred

Subtotal 

Gross

Grade
cpht

—
41.4

41.4

—
70.8
10.0

46.6

Tonnes
millions

—
58.8

58.8

 —
257.7
170.9

428.7

Contained
diamonds
Mcts

—
24.34

24.34

—
182.44
17.16

199.60

1.  Resource bottom cut-off: 1.0mm.

2. Reserve bottom cut off: 1.0mm.

3.  B-Cut resource tonnes and grade are based on block cave depletion modelling and include external waste.

4. C-Cut Resource stated as in situ.

5.  Reserve carats and grades are factorised as per the following Resource to Reserve liberation factors: “Brown” kimberlite 75.8%, “Grey” kimberlite 71.4% and Hypabbysal kimberlite 71.8%.

6. Changes in Resource figures due to mining depletions on all blocks.

7.  Reserves are based on PCBC modelling of the BB1E, AUC-S, AUC-N, BA-West Phase 1 and C-Cut Phase 1, scheduling of the BAW 645L in Mine 2-4D, and pillar retreats in the BA5 and BB1E.

8. BB1E Reserves reduced by 1.6 Mcts due to PCBC re-calibration and depletions.

Koffiefontein

Category

Reserves
Proved 
Probable 

Subtotal 

Resources
Measured
Indicated
Inferred

Subtotal 

Gross

Grade
cpht

Contained
diamonds
Mcts

7.5
8.7

8.6

3.0
7.8
3.5

4.3

0.02
0.76

0.78

0.43
2.34
3.88

6.65

Tonnes
millions

0.3
8.8

9.1

14.2
30.0
110.3

154.5

1.  Resource bottom cut-off (Koffiefontein underground and Ebenhaezer): 0.5mm.

2. Resource bottom cut-off (Eskom tailings): 1.0mm.

3.  Reserve bottom cut-off: 1.0mm.

4. Main Pipe 600 to 720 has been moved to Inferred Resource and the base of the Resource has been lowered to 720m, based on new sampling. 

5.  New Resource model for Ebenhaezer pipe.

6. Underground Reserves based on remnants of old mining blocks, and Mine 2-4D scheduling of the 56-60mL Sublevel Cave and the 52mL de-stress mining block. 

7.  Ebenhaezer Reserve based on XPAC scheduling of open pit.

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2014 Resource Statement
continued

Kimberley Underground

Category

Reserves
Proved
Probable 

Subtotal 

Resources
Measured
Indicated
Inferred

Subtotal 

Gross

Grade
cpht

—
17.1

17.1

—
18.8
8.2

9.7

Tonnes
millions

—
3.2

3.2

—
9.3
56.5

65.9

Contained
diamonds
Mcts

—
0.54

0.54

—
1.76
4.65

6.41

1.  Resource bottom cut-off (Dutoitspan and Dutoitspan West Extension): 1.0mm.

2. Resource bottom cut-off (all other underground blocks): 0.5mm.

3.  Reserve bottom cut-off: 1.5mm.

4. Changes in Reserve and Resource figures due to mining depletions applied to Gemcom column tonne models; Bultfontein grades adjusted for observed waste percentages; 

East Blow grade reduced to 3.1 cpht in line with recent bulk sample. 

Williamson

Category

Reserves
Proved 
Probable 

Subtotal 

Resources 
Measured
Indicated
Inferred

Subtotal 

Gross

Tonnes
millions

Grade
cpht

Contained
diamonds
Mcts

 —
 —

 —

 —
103.6
912.5

1,016.1

— 
— 

— 

— 
4.6
3.1

3.3

— 
— 

— 

— 
4.77
28.33

33.10

1.  Resource bottom cut-off: 1.15mm.

2. Changes in Resource figures due to mining depletions and the new Resource model (reduced grade in K1, K1A and K2/KT facies in inferred resource below the current planned 

LOM pit shell).

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Helam

Category

Reserves
Proved 
Probable 

Subtotal 

Resources
Measured
Indicated
Inferred

Subtotal 

Gross

Grade
cpht

66.0
76.1

72.6

263.9
266.4
268.8

267.3

Tonnes
millions

0.7
1.4

2.1

0.2
0.5
0.8

1.5

Contained
diamonds
Mcts

0.48
1.05

1.53

0.60
1.32
2.17

4.09

1.  Other Fissure Mines no longer included, following the sale of Sedibeng and Star, effective 30 April 2014.

2. Resource bottom cut-off: 1.0mm.

3.  Reserve bottom cut-off: 1.0mm.

4. Measured Resources are classified as one level below current workings, or where a block is bounded above and below by current workings.

5.  Indicated Resources are classified as two levels below measured Resources.

6. Inferred Resources are classified as three levels below Indicated Resources or inaccessible mined out areas, or as extensions along strike from existing Resource blocks 

where exploration information allows.

7.  Measured and Indicated Resources have been converted to Reserves by applying historically derived external dilution and in-stope loss factors to resource tonnages and grades.

8. Changes in Reserve and Resource figures due to mining depletions and opening of new blocks through mine development. 

General notes on reporting criteria
1.  Resources are reported inclusive of Reserves.

2.  Tonnes are reported as millions; contained diamonds are reported per million carats (“Mcts”).

3. 

 Tonnes are metric tonnes and are rounded to the nearest 100,000 tonnes; carats are rounded to the nearest 10,000 carats; 
rounding off of numbers may result in minor computational discrepancies.

4.  Resource tonnages and grades are reported exclusive of external waste, unless where otherwise stated.

5. 

6. 

7. 

8. 

 Reserve tonnages and grades are reported inclusive of external waste, mining and geological losses and plant modifying 
factors; reserve carats will generally be less than resource carats on conversion and this has been taken into account 
in the applicable statements.

 Reserves and Resources have been reported in accordance with the South African code for the reporting of mineral reserves 
and mineral resources (SAMREC 2007).

 The Petra 2014 annual Resource Statement as shown above is based on information compiled internally within the Group 
under the guidance and supervision of Jim Davidson, Pr. Sci. Nat. (reg. No.400031/06). Jim Davidson has over 40 years’ 
relevant experience in the diamond industry and is a full-time employee of Petra.

 All Reserves and Resources have been independently reviewed and verified by John Kilham, Pr. Sci. Nat. (reg. No. 400018/07), 
a competent person with 34 years’ relevant experience in the diamond mining industry, who was appointed as an independent 
consultant by the Company for this purpose.

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Shareholder and Corporate Information

Petra Diamonds Limited
Registered office
Clarendon House 
2 Church Street 
Hamilton HM11 
Bermuda

Corporate Communications team
52–53 Conduit Street 
London W1S 2YX 
Tel: +44 20 7494 8203 
Email: investorrelations@petradiamonds.com

Group management office
Elizabeth House 
9 Castle Street 
St. Helier 
Jersey JE4 2QP 
Tel: +44 1534 700 000 
www.petradiamonds.com

Bankers
Barclays Bank plc
38 Hans Crescent 
Knightsbridge 
London SW1X 0L2 
Tel: +44 20 7114 7200 
www.barclays.co.uk

Solicitors
Bermuda – Conyers Dill & Pearman
Clarendon House 
2 Church Street 
Hamilton HM11 
Bermuda 
Tel: +1 441 295 1422

United Kingdom – Memery Crystal
44 Southampton Buildings 
London WC2A 1AP 
Tel: +44 20 7242 5905

Jersey – Ogier
Ogier House 
The Esplanade 
St. Helier 
Jersey JE4 9WG 
Tel: +44 1534 504 000

Joint financial advisers and stockbrokers
Barclays
1 Churchill Place 
Canary Wharf 
London E14 5HP 
Tel: +44 20 7623 2323 
www.barclays.com

RBC Capital Markets
Riverbank House 
2 Swan Lane 
London EC4R 3BF 
Tel: +44 20 7653 4000 
www.rbccm.com 

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Company registration number
EC 23123

Company Secretary
JTC Management Limited
Elizabeth House 
9 Castle Street 
St. Helier 
Jersey JE4 2QP 
Tel: +44 1534 700 000

PR advisers
Buchanan
107 Cheapside 
London EC2V 6DN 
Tel: +44 20 7466 5000 
www.buchanan.uk.com 

Registrar
Capita Registrars (Jersey) Limited
12 Castle Street 
St. Helier 
Jersey JE2 3RT

Tel: UK: 0871 664 0300 (calls cost 10 pence a minute plus 
network extras; lines are open 9.00am–5.30pm GMT Mon–Fri)

International: +44 208 639 3399 
Website: www.capitaassetservices.com 
Email: shareholderenquiries@capita.co.uk

Transfer Agent
Capita Asset Services
The Registry 
34 Beckenham Road 
Beckenham 
Kent BRS 4TU

Tel: UK: 0871 664 0300 (calls cost 10 pence per minute plus 
network extras; lines are open 9:00am–5:30pm GMT Mon–Fri)

International: +44 (0) 20 8639 3399 
Website: www.capitaassetservices.com 
Email: shareholderenquiries@capita.co.uk

Auditors
BDO LLP
55 Baker Street 
London W1U 7EU 
Tel: +44 207 486 5888

SUPPLEMENTARY INFOFinancial calendar

Accounting period end

Preliminary results announced

Annual Report published

Annual General Meeting 

Interim accounting period end 

Interim results announced 

30 June 

September

October

November

31 December

February

Stock exchange listing
The Company’s shares are admitted to the premium segment 
of the Official List and are traded on the Main Market of 
the London Stock Exchange. The Ordinary Shares themselves 
are not admitted to CREST, but dematerialised depositary 
interests representing the underlying Ordinary Shares issued 
by Capita IRG Trustees Limited can be held and transferred 
through the CREST system. The rights attached to the 
Ordinary Shares are governed by the Companies Act 1981 
(Bermuda) (as amended) and the Company’s Bye-Laws.

The Company is a constituent of the FTSE 250 Index.

Dividend policy
No dividend has been declared or paid in FY 2014 or the 
prior year. The Company is committed to commencing an 
appropriate dividend payment policy, taking into account 
the Company’s current operations and expansion plans, stated 
production growth, diamond prices and other relevant factors. 
Petra previously announced that it expected to commence 
dividend payments in FY 2016, but the Board is currently 
considering bringing the commencement of dividend payments 
forward. Petra will provide further detail on its anticipated 
dividend policy and commencement thereof in FY 2015.

Substantial shareholdings
The interests as indicated in the table below in the Ordinary 
Shares of the Company represented more than 3% of the 
issued share capital as at 17 October 2014.

Al Rajhi Holdings W.L.L.
T. Rowe Price1
JP Morgan Asset 
Management Holdings Inc.
BlackRock Investment 
(UK) Limited
Prudential plc group 
of companies2

Number
of shares

66,525,600
52,386,511

39,603,194

37,221,723

31,143,330

Percentage
of issued
share capital

12.9%
10.2%

7.8%

7.3%

6.1%

1. T. Rowe Price holds 51,182,170 shares with voting rights attached to them, 

being 9.99% of Petra voting rights.

2. Of this holding, 30,929,516 shares are held by M&G Investment Funds 3.

Company Bye-Laws
The Company is incorporated in Bermuda and the City 
Code therefore does not formally apply to the Company. 
The Company’s Bye-Laws were amended in November 2011 
to incorporate material City Code protections appropriate 
for a company to which the City Code does not apply.

The amended Bye-Laws now require that all Directors 
stand for re-election annually at the Company’s Annual 
General Meeting.

The Bye-Laws of the Company may only be amended 
by a resolution of the Board and by a resolution of the 
Shareholders. The Bye-Laws of the Company can be 
accessed at www.petradiamonds.com/investors/ 
company-documents.

Share capital
The Company has one class of shares of 10p each (the 
“Ordinary Shares”). Details of the Company’s authorised 
and issued Ordinary Share capital together with any 
changes to the share capital during the Year are set out 
in note 20 to the Financial Statements. 

Power to issue shares
At the AGM held on 28 November 2013 (“the 2013 AGM”), 
authority was given to the Directors to allot:

i)   unissued Relevant Securities (as defined in the Bye-Laws) 
in the Company up to a maximum aggregate nominal value 
of £16,986,701.60, being 169,867,016 ordinary shares; and

ii)  equity securities (as defined in the Bye-Laws) in the 

Company for cash on (a) a non-pre-emptive basis pursuant 
to the rights issue or other offer to shareholders and (b) 
otherwise up to an aggregate nominal value of £2,528,472.15 
(being equal to approximately 5% of the issued share 
capital of the Company as at 19 October 2012).

Share rights
Shareholders have the right to receive notice of and attend 
any general meeting of the Company. Each Shareholder who 
is present in person (or, being a corporation, by representative) 
or by proxy at a general meeting on a show of hands has 
one vote and, on a poll, every such holder present in person 
(or, being a corporation, by representative) or by proxy shall 
have one vote in respect of every Ordinary Share held by them.

There are no Shareholders who carry any special rights with 
regards to the control of the Company.

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continued

Restriction on transfer of shares
There are no restrictions on the transfer of Ordinary Shares 
other than:

 » the Board may at its absolute discretion refuse to register any 
transfer of Ordinary Shares over which the Company has a 
lien or which are not fully paid up provided it does not prevent 
dealings in the Ordinary Shares on an open and proper basis. 
During the Year, the Board did not place a lien on any shares 
nor did it refuse to transfer any Ordinary Shares;

 » the Board may also refuse to register a transfer if it is not 
satisfied that all the applicable consents, authorisations 
and permissions of any governmental body or agency 
in Bermuda have been obtained;

 » certain restrictions may from time to time be imposed 

by laws and regulations;

 » pursuant to the Company’s share dealing code whereby the 
Directors and employees of the Company require approval 
to deal in the Company’s Ordinary Shares; and

 » where a person with at least a 0.25% interest in the 

Company’s shares has been served with a disclosure notice 
and has failed to provide the Company with information 
concerning interests in those Ordinary Shares.

Repurchase of shares
The Company may purchase its own shares for cancellation or 
to acquire them as Treasury Shares (as defined in the Bye-Laws) 
in accordance with the Companies Act 1981 (Bermuda) on such 
terms as the Board shall think fit. The Board may exercise all 
the powers of the Company to purchase or acquire all or any 
part of its own shares in accordance with the Companies Act 
1981 (Bermuda), provided, however, that such purchase may 
not be made if the Board determines in its sole discretion that 
it may result in a non de minimis adverse tax, legal or regulatory 
consequence to the Company, any of its subsidiaries or any 
direct or indirect holder of shares or its affiliates.

Appointment and replacement of Directors
The Directors shall have power at any time to appoint any person 
as a director to fill a vacancy on the Board occurring as a result 
of the death, disability, removal, disqualification or resignation 
of any Director or to fill any deemed vacancy arising as a result 
of the number of directors on the Board being less than the 
maximum number of Directors that may be appointed to the 
Board from time to time.

The Company may by resolution at any special general meeting 
remove any Director before the expiry of their period of office. 
Notice of such meeting convened for the purpose of removing 
a Director shall contain a statement of the intention to do so 
and be served on such Director not less than 14 days before the 
meeting and at such meeting to be heard on the motion for 
such Director’s removal.

A Director may be removed (with or without cause) by notice 
in writing by all of their co-Directors, provided such notice is 
delivered to the Secretary and such Director.

Financial instruments
The Group makes use of financial instruments in its operations 
as described in note 25 of the financial statements.

Website publication
The Directors are responsible for ensuring the Annual Report 
and the Financial Statements are made available on a website. 
Financial statements are published on the Company’s website 
in accordance with legislation in the United Kingdom governing 
the preparation and dissemination of financial statements, 
which may vary from legislation in other jurisdictions. 

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The Company operates a website which can be found at 
www.petradiamonds.com. This site is regularly updated to 
provide relevant information about the Group. In particular 
all of the Company’s regulatory announcements and public 
presentations are made available and there is a dedicated 
investors section at www.petradiamonds.com/investors. 

The maintenance and integrity of the Company’s website 
(as well as the integrity of the financial statements contained 
therein) is the responsibility of the Directors. 

Shareholder enquiries
Any enquiries concerning your shareholding should be 
addressed to the Company’s Registrar. The Registrar should be 
notified promptly of any change in a shareholder’s address or 
other details. 

The Company also has a frequently asked questions section 
available on its website at www.petradiamonds.com/investors/
shareholder-information/faqs. 

Shareholder Portal
The Company has set up an online Shareholder Portal, 
www.capitashareportal.com, which offers a host of 
shareholder services online.

Investor relations
Requests for further copies of the Annual Report and Accounts, 
or other investor relations enquiries, should be addressed to the 
investor relations team in the London office on +44 20 7494 8203 
or InvestorRelations@petradiamonds.com. 

eCommunications
Shareholders have the flexibility to receive communications 
from Petra electronically, should they so choose, and can 
update their preferences at any time either by contacting 
Capita IRG or by logging into the Shareholder Portal.

Shares in issue
There was a total of 512,110,048 ordinary shares in issue 
at 30 June 2014.

Share price information
The latest information on the ordinary share price is 
available in the Investors section of the corporate website at 
www.petradiamonds.com/investors/share-price-information 
and on the London Stock Exchange website at 
www.londonstockexchange.com.

Share dealing services
The sale or purchase of shares must be done through a stockbroker 
or share dealing service provider. The London Stock Exchange 
provides a “Locate a broker” facility on its website which gives 
details of a number of companies offering share dealing services. 
For more information, please visit the Private investors section 
at www.londonstockexchange.com. Please note that the Directors 
of the Company are not seeking to encourage shareholders to 
either buy or to sell shares. Shareholders in any doubt about 
what action to take are recommended to seek financial advice 
from an independent financial adviser authorised pursuant to 
the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000.

Shareholder security
Shareholders are advised to be wary of any unsolicited advice, 
offers to buy shares at a discount, or offers of free reports 
about the Company. Details of any share dealing facilities that 
the Company endorses will be included in Company mailings 
or on our website.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFOGlossary

“AGM” 

“alluvial” 

Annual General Meeting

 deposits of diamonds which have been 
removed from the primary source by natural 
erosive action over millions of years, and 
eventually deposited in a new environment 
such as a river bed, an ocean floor or 
a shoreline

“BEE” 

black economic empowerment

“Beneficiation” 

“block caving” 

“bulk sample” 

“calcrete” 

 the refining of a commodity; in the case 
of diamonds, refers to the cutting and 
polishing of a rough stone

 a method of mining in which large blocks of 
ore are undercut so that the ore breaks and 
caves under its own weight. The undercut 
zone is initially drilled and blasted and some 
broken ore is drawn down to create a void 
into which initial caving of the overlying ore 
can take place. As more broken ore is drawn 
progressively following cave initiation, the 
cave propagates upwards through the orebody 
or block until the overlying rock also caves 
and surface subsidence occurs. The broken 
ore is removed through the production or 
extraction level developed below the 
undercut level. Once the caves have been 
propagated, it is a low cost mining method 
which is capable of automation to produce 
an underground “rock factory”

 a large sample for the purpose of estimating 
the grade of a diamond deposit and to 
produce a large enough quantity of diamonds 
to enable an evaluation of diamond quality

 hardened deposits of calcium carbonate 
formed in the near surface environment 
in arid or semi-arid environments

“Cpht” 

“craton” 

“CSI” 

“ctpa” 

“cut-off grade” 

“ deflation soil  
sampling” 

carats per hundred tonnes

 a part of the Earth’s crust which has been 
relatively stable for a very long period

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carats per annum

 the lowest grade of mineralised material 
considered economic to extract; used 
in the calculation of the ore reserves 
in a given deposit

sampling the topmost soil layer to obtain 
 heavy mineral grains that have been 
concentrated by wind action in arid or 
semi-arid environments 

“diamondiferous”  containing diamonds

“drawpoint” 

 an opening through which ore from a higher 
level can fall and subsequently be loaded

“DTR4” 

“EBITDA” 

“effluent” 

“EPS” 

“ESG” 

“ exceptional 
diamonds”  

“fissure” 

DTR rule 4 Periodic Financial Reporting

 earnings before interest, tax, depreciation 
and amortisation

 mine effluent is a regulated discharge 
from a point source like a treatment plant 
or dam spillway

earnings per share

environmental, social and governance

Petra classifies ‘exceptional’ diamonds as 
 stones that sell for US$5 million or more each

 informal term for a narrow, vertical, 
vein-like kimberlite dyke

“FY” 

“grade” 

Petra’s financial year (1 July to 30 June)

 the content of diamonds, measured in 
carats, within a volume or mass of rock

“H1” or “H2” 

 first half, or second half, of the financial year

“HSEQ” 

“iNED” 

“ Indicated 
Resource” 

“ Inferred 
Resource”  

“ kimberlite 
indicator 
minerals”  
or “Kim”

“Kt” 

“LDD” 

“LHD” 

“LOM” 

“LTI” 

“LTIFR” 

health, safety, environmental and quality

independent non-executive director

that part of a diamond resource for 
 which tonnage, densities, shape, physical 
characteristics, grade and average diamond 
value can be estimated with a reasonable 
level of confidence. It is based on exploration 
sampling and testing information gathered 
through appropriate techniques from locations 
such as outcrops, trenches, pits, workings and 
drill holes. The locations are too widely or 
inappropriately spaced to confirm geological 
and/or grade continuity but are spaced closely 
enough for continuity to be assumed and 
sufficient diamonds have been recovered 
to allow a confident estimate of average 
diamond value (SAMREC Code)

that part of a diamond resource for 
 which tonnage, grade and average diamond 
value can be estimated with a low level of 
confidence. It is inferred from geological 
evidence and assumed but not verified by 
geological and/or grade continuity and 
a sufficiently large diamond parcel is not 
available to ensure reasonable representation 
of the diamond assortment. It is based on 
information gathered through appropriate 
techniques from locations such as outcrops, 
trenches, pits, workings and drill holes that 
may be limited or of uncertain quality 
and reliability (SAMREC Code)

 a brecciated ultrabasic igneous rock 
containing phlogopite mica, bronzite 
pyroxene and ilmenite; kimberlites 
may or may not contain diamonds

minerals that can help locate the presence 
and establish the diamond-bearing  
potential of kimberlite 

thousand tonnes

large diameter drilling

load haul dumper

life of mine

 lost time injury; a work-related injury 
resulting in the employee/contractor being 
unable to attend work on the day following 
the injury

 lost time injury frequency rate; the number 
of LTIs multiplied by 200,000 and divided 
by the number of hours worked

“macrodiamond” 

 diamonds too large to pass through 
a 0.5mm screen

“Mctpa” 

“Mcts” 

“ Measured 
Resource”  

million carats per annum

million carats

that part of a diamond resource for 
 which tonnage, densities, shape, physical 
characteristics, grade and average diamond 
value can be estimated with a high level of 
confidence. It is based on detailed and reliable 
exploration sampling and testing information 
gathered through appropriate techniques from 
locations such as outcrops, trenches, pits, 
workings and drill holes. The locations are 
spaced closely enough to confirm geological

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“Capex” 

capital expenditure

“kimberlite”  

“carat” or “ct” 

 a measure of weight used for diamonds, 
equivalent to 0.2 grams

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“ Measured 
Resource”  
continued 

and grade continuity and sufficient diamonds 
have been recovered to allow a confident 
estimate of average diamond value

“microdiamond” 

 diamonds small enough to pass through 
a 0.5mm screen

“mini bulk sample”   a large sample, commonly in the order of 
50 tonnes to 100 tonnes, for the purpose 
of determining the exploration potential 
of a diamond prospect

“mL” 

“Mt” 

“Mtpa” 

“NDD” 

“NED” 

“NGOs” 

“NUM” 

“open pit” 

“orebody” 

metre level

million tonnes

million tonnes per annum

narrow diameter drilling

Non-Executive Director

non-governmental organisations

National Union of Mine Workers in South Africa

 mining in which ore that occurs close to the 
Earth’s surface is extracted from a pit or quarry

 a continuous well-defined mass of 
material of sufficient ore content to make 
extraction feasible

“overburden” 

 material of little or no value, which overlies 
rock formations of economic interest

“pa” 

“PCBC” 

per annum

 a highly sophisticated software package 
commonly used by companies involved in 
block caving for mine planning purposes

“re-crush system”   processes oversized material from the 

primary crushers, further reducing it in size

“ROM” 

“RSA” 

“SAMREC” 

“shaft”  

“SHE”  

“SLC”  

“slimes” 

run-of-mine

Republic of South Africa

 South African Code for Reporting of Exploration 
Results, Mineral Resources and Mineral Reserves

 a vertical or inclined excavation in rock for 
the purpose of providing access to an orebody. 
Usually equipped with a hoist at the top, which 
lowers and raises a conveyance for handling 
workers and materials

 safety, health and environment 

 sub level cave

 the fine fraction of tailings discharged from 
a processing plant without being treated; in 
the case of diamonds, usually that fraction 
which is less than 1mm in size

“stockpile” 

a store of unprocessed ore

“sub level caving” 

 follows the same basic principles as the 
block caving mining method; however, work 
is carried out on intermediate levels and the 
caves are smaller in size and not as long lasting. 
This method of mining is quicker to bring into 
production than block caving, as the related 
infrastructure does not require the level of 
permanence needed for a long-term block cave. 
This method is used to supplement block 
caving in order to provide production flexibility

“tailings” 

material left over after processing ore

“petrographic” 

 referring to the detailed description 
of rocks, usually under the microscope

“tailings dump” 

“tonnage” 

 dumps created of waste material from 
processed ore after the economically 
recoverable metal or mineral has 
been extracted

 quantities where the tonne is an appropriate 
unit of measure; typically used to measure 
reserves of target commodity bearing 
material or quantities of ore and waste 
material mined, transported or milled

“tpa” 

“tpm” 

tonnes per annum

tonnes per month

“ trackless  
equipment” 

equipment that does not operate 
on tracks (rails)

“type II diamonds”  type II diamonds have no measurable 

nitrogen impurities, meaning they are often 
of top quality in terms of colour and clarity

 »  type IIa diamonds make up 1–2% of all 
natural diamonds. These diamonds are 
almost or entirely devoid of impurities, 
and consequently are usually colourless. 
Many large famous diamonds, such as the 
Cullinan and the Koh-i-Noor, are type IIa

 » type IIb make up about 0.1% of all natural 
diamonds. In addition to having very low 
levels of nitrogen impurities comparable 
to type IIa diamonds, type IIb diamonds 
contain significant boron impurities which 
is what imparts their blue/grey colour. All 
blue diamonds are type IIb, making them 
one of the rarest natural diamonds and 
very valuable

“ underground 
pipe mines” 

Petra’s underground kimberlite pipe mines,  
 being Finsch, Cullinan, Koffiefontein and 
Kimberley Underground

“ Probable 
Reserves” 

the economically mineable material derived 
 from a measured and/or indicated diamond 
resource. It is estimated with a lower level of 
confidence than a proven reserve. It is inclusive 
of diluting materials and allows for losses 
that may occur when the material is mined. 
Appropriate assessments, which may include 
feasibility studies, have been carried out, 
including consideration of, and modification 
by, realistically assumed mining, metallurgical, 
economic, marketing, legal, environmental, social 
and governmental factors. These assessments 
demonstrate at the time of reporting that 
extraction is reasonably justified

“Proved Reserves”   the economically mineable material derived 

from a measured diamond resource. It is 
estimated with a high level of confidence. 
It is inclusive of diluting materials and 
allows for losses that may occur when the 
material is mined. Appropriate assessments, 
which may include feasibility studies, have 
been carried out, including consideration of, 
and modification by, realistically assumed 
mining, metallurgical, economic, marketing, 
legal, environmental, social and governmental 
factors. These assessments demonstrate 
at the time of reporting that extraction 
is reasonably justified

 a method of developing vertical or 
inclined excavations by drilling a pilot 
hole, then reaming the pilot hole 
to the required dimensions

“raiseboring” 

“RC” 

Reverse circulation (drilling)

“rehabilitation” 

 the process of restoring mined land to 
a condition approximating to a greater 
or lesser degree its original state

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