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A CL EAR 
FOC U S

A N N U A L
REPORT
2 0 1 8

A CLEAR FOCUS

Metroglass has grown and 
transformed over the past five 
years; developing the business 
while market conditions were 
supportive. However rapid growth 
is challenging and our execution 
has been inconsistent.

We need to improve execution 
and deliver the rewards expected 
from our significant investments, 
and have reviewed our strategy to 
ensure we satisfy our customers 
and our shareholders.

Our NZ business has now 
completed its investment and 
expansion phase and is focused on 
optimisation, whilst our Australian 
business is now well equipped to 
service the growing double glazing 
market.

Metroglass is in a strong 
position. We are clear on what 
we have to do.

Chair’s Review  ......................................................................2

Management Results Review  ........................................4

Metroglass’ Strategic Objectives  ..............................8

Board of Directors  ..........................................................10

Senior Leadership Team  ................................................12

Non-GAAP Financial Information ...............................14

Statement of Comprehensive Income  ...................16

Statement of Financial Position  ............................... 17

Statement of Changes in Equity. ................................18

Statement of Cash Flows  ............................................19

Notes to the Financial Statements ......................... 20

Independent Auditor’s Report  ................................... 44

Corporate Governance  ................................................. 49

Statutory Information  .................................................. 64

Company Directory  ......................................................... 69

This report is dated 24 May 2018 and is signed on 
behalf of the Board of Metro Performance Glass 
Limited by Peter Griffiths, Chair, and Bill Roest, 
Director.

Peter Griffiths 
Chairman 

Willem (Bill) Roest
Director

CHAIR’S REVIEW

SEEKING THE REWARDS 
FROM OUR INVESTMENT

Metroglass has spent the past five years 
developing and expanding its business. 
Our goal: to cement a superior market 
position and customer service proposition 
in the Australasian glass industry. 

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To do this we introduced 
more automation to our 
plants to ensure we could 
lower manufacturing costs 
and continue to offer our 
products at competitive 
prices. We enhanced our 
product leadership position 
by developing new capabilities 
in processing high-
specification glass types 
and double glazed units. 

However, rapid growth is 
challenging and our execution 
has been inconsistent. 
Demand for our products 
significantly outpaced the 
development of our capability 
to reliably service that 
demand, resulting in falling 
customer satisfaction levels. 
This also led to higher costs 
and returns that fell short. 
As we grew fast we were not 
satisfying our customers or 
our shareholders.

We need to improve execution 
and deliver the rewards 
expected from the significant 
investment we have made.

We want to satisfy the 
expectations of our customers 
and we need to improve 
returns to our shareholders. 

Metroglass is in a strong 
position. We are clear on 
what we have to do.

In the medium term we 
expect market conditions to 
remain at levels above the 
long-term averages in both 
New Zealand and Australia 
but for these to soften over 
time. There are increasing 
pressures from local 
competitors, imported 
product and greater demand 
variability in some regions.

These pressures are evident 
in our results for the year to 
31 March 2018. While Group 
sales grew modestly, costs 
remained high, with a number 
of ‘one-off’ expenses and the 
impact of our capital 
programme which impacted 
every one of all of our plants 
to some degree, resulting in 
lower sales levels. We certainly 
do not expect these events to 
reoccur in the coming period. 

Our cash flow remained 
strong allowing us to fund 
our capital programme and 
dividend payments while 
holding debt levels constant.

In light of an easing in the 
outlook for New Zealand 
construction markets and our 
past performance, we resolved 
to undertake a strategic 
review. We were determined 
to take all the necessary steps 
to ensure the company’s 
business was as effective 
and efficient as possible in 
the two countries in which 
we operate. We wanted to be 
sure we were prioritising the 
best opportunities to improve 
our customers’ experience 
and increase financial returns 
to our shareholders. 

Following this review, we are 
confident that Metroglass’ 
purpose to be a customer-
dedicated organisation that 
delivers market-differentiated 
glass products and glazing 
services is valid.

Our strategic focus has 
now shifted from expansion 
and diversification to the 
optimisation and enhancement 
of our internal capability to 
execute on the opportunities 
we see ahead. 

ANNUAL REPORT 2018“Weare
confidentthat
Metroglass’
purposetobe
acustomer-
dedicated
organisation
thatdelivers
market
differentiated
glassproducts
andglazing
servicesisvalid.”

This has resulted in a focus 
on four key strategic 
initiatives:

•  Delivering market-leading 
service to our customers

•  Developing our 

organisational capabilities

•  Maintaining our scale 

position via product and 
channel leadership

•  Leveraging our scale and 
assets to deliver lowest 
total delivered cost.

We have rededicated 
ourselves to a focus on 
excellent customer service 
and are committed to our 
product leadership position. 
We have chosen to maintain 
a broad product offering 
and retain our existing routes 
to market and current 
geographic spread.

We will deeply embed a 
best-practice production 
culture. We have the right 
equipment but we need to 
refocus on building and 
sustaining excellent people 
across the business. 

Through prudent capital 
management, we will continue 
to generate strong cash 
flows. Our capital spending 
will be reduced and aimed at 
maintaining our existing 
capability. Our inventory will 
be optimised and group debt 
will be reduced. 

We have considerable 
headroom in our financing 
facilities; however, looking 
forward, debt reduction 
is a priority for the group 
given our exposure to 
construction cycles.

While we do this, we expect 
to be able to maintain our 
current dividend policy. 
Metroglass’ board has 
declared a final dividend of 
3.8 cents per share, taking 
the total dividends for the 
year to 7.4 cents per share. 
This is consistent with the 
company’s dividend policy, but 
marginally below last year’s 
payment given the weaker 
financial result and focus on 
debt reduction. 

This year has seen changes 
to the leadership of the 
business: Chief Executive 
Officer Nigel Rigby left in 
March 2018. Sir John Goulter 
retired from the board before 
Christmas and Rhys Jones 
joined the board in April. 

The recruitment process 
for our new CEO is 
progressing. In the meantime, 
Chief Financial Officer 
John Fraser-Mackenzie 
and our Senior Leadership 
team are operating the 
company well. On behalf of 
shareholders we thank them 
and all of our staff for their 
efforts during this challenging 
and demanding year.

This report tells you about 
what we have achieved to 
date and what we expect to 
achieve in the future. I am 
confident that the people at 
Metroglass are up for the 
challenge of being known for 
quality products, exemplary 
customer service and 
excellence in manufacturing. 
We encourage you to  join us 
on our  journey.

OUTLOOK FOR FY19

Future market conditions are 
always difficult to predict, 
but we expect activity in 
New Zealand to remain close 
to the current levels for the 
coming 12 months, with 
further Canterbury declines 
being offset by growth in 
other regions. 

In Australia, activity in AGG’s 
target markets has held up 
well. We consider that overall 
residential market activity 
might soften; however, AGG 
has good growth potential 
ahead as it builds double 
glazing sales capability and 
utilises its increased 
production capacity.

As we implement our 
initiatives across the 
Metroglass group in the 
2019 financial year, we are 
targeting group EBIT of 
between $30 million and 
$33 million, capital 
expenditure of approximately 
$10 million and debt 
repayment of between 
$7 million and $10 million. 
We also intend to maintain 
our current dividend policy.

We will provide an update on 
these financial targets at our 
Annual Shareholders’ Meeting 
on the 24th of August.

PETER GRIFFITHS
Chair

24 May 2018

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RESULT OVERVIEW
A CLOSER VIEW 

MANAGEMENT 
REVIEW

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SUMMARY

Group revenue, including a full 
12 months of trading from 
Australian Glass Group (AGG), 
rose 10% to $268.3 million. 
New Zealand revenue was in 
line with the 2017 financial 
year. Earnings before interest 
and tax (EBIT) before 
significant items for the year 
fell 9% to $30.9 million from 
$33.9 million in the prior year. 
Net profit after tax (NPAT) for 
FY18 was $16.3 million, within 
our updated guidance range. 
NPAT before significant items 
fell 14% to $18.4 million from 
$21.3 million last year. 

During the year, we 
completed a significant capital 
programme across the group, 
which impacted the financial 
performance of our Australian 
business particularly in the final 
quarter of the financial year. 

While we were pleased with 
some of our progress in 
New Zealand throughout the 
year and delivered underlying 
profit improvement, Metroglass 
incurred non-recurring costs 
of approximately $2.0 million 
in FY18. These costs related 
to spikes in New Zealand 
electricity pricing and 
one-off consultancy costs 
associated with the strategic 
review and manufacturing 
improvement projects. 

Meanwhile, the Australian 
business was adversely 
impacted by longer-than-
anticipated disruption from 
a capital programme to lift 
capacity and drive efficiency 
in the business as well as 
from periods of poor 
machine reliability prior 
to the commencement of 
the programme.

ANNUAL REPORT 2018GROUP REVENUE $268.3 MILLION

Up $24 million, +10%

(0%) (NZ)

+10%

(2%)

(5%)

+25%

268.2

244.3

143.2

145.6

48.2

51.0

21.5

17.2

55.4

30.5

Residential 
(NZ)

Commercial Glazing 
(NZ)

Retrofit 
(NZ)

Australian Glass Group
(12 months; 7 months)

Metroglass Group

New Zealand $212.9 million

Total revenue in New Zealand 
fell by $0.9 million or 0.4%, 
although revenue increased 
by 1.6% on a daily sales basis. 
FY18 had five less selling 
days, principally on account 
of having two Easters within 
the financial year. North 
Island sales grew by 2%, while 
the South Island fell by 8% as 
a result of significantly lower 
activity within the Canterbury 
region.

Residential sales fell by 2% 
on a national basis, with an 
8% fall in sales in the South 
Island offsetting the growth 
in the North Island, which was 
predominantly driven by an 
increase in sales to 
residential window 
fabricators.

Commercial revenue fell 5% 
in the year to $48.2 million as 
we focused on more 
profitable business in the 
Upper North Island and the 
level of activity declined in 
Christchurch. 

The RetroFit channel enjoyed 
another pleasing year of 
growth with revenue up 25% 
to $21.5 million, with sales 
particularly strong in the 
second half. During the year, 
we increased our advertising 
across television and social 
media and we were more 
active in regional home 
shows. This resulted in a 
greater number of leads 
being generated, which, 
combined with an improved 
conversion rate, achieved a 
strong revenue performance. 

Australia $55.4 million

Revenue rose to $55.4 million, 
compared to $30.5 million for 
the seven months Metroglass 
owned AGG in the prior 
financial year.

AGG made significant 
changes in its business 
during the year with capital 
investment resulting in the 
doubling of its double glazing 
capacity, moving to an 
international float glass 
import model and opening a 

FY18

FY17

third processing plant in 
Hobart, Tasmania. 
The Tasmanian plant will 
enable better service to 
customers and releases 
capacity in the Victoria plant.

Underlying performance in 
Victoria was acceptable with 
continued growth in sales of 
double-glazed units as we 
increased production from 
our Victorian plant and sold 
into a strong market. 
New South Wales’ revenue 
performance was 
disappointing during the year, 
impacted by plant reliability 
issues prior to the capital 
programme in the second 
half of the year. This 
programme faced delays 
and disrupted the business 
until installation was 
completed in March 2018. 

Training on the new 
equipment and processes 
is underway and AGG are 
targeting increased 
production and throughput 
rates in FY19.

“Retrofitenjoyed
anotherpleasing
yearofgrowth
withrevenue
up25%to
$21.5million,
withgrowth
particularly
stronginthe
secondhalf.”

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EARNINGS BEFORE 
INTEREST AND TAX (EBIT) 
AND SIGNIFICANT ITEMS 
$30.9 MILLION

Group EBIT before significant 
items for the year fell by 
$3 million to $30.9 million.  

New Zealand

New Zealand’s EBIT before 
significant items fell by 
$2.6 million, with the vast 
majority of this decline 
occurring in the first half of 
the year. Underlying profit 
improvement in New Zealand 
was offset by increased 
costs, some of which are 
non-recurring.

In the first half of the 
financial year, Metroglass 
had higher-than-necessary 
factory labour in place as 
we had anticipated greater 
revenue growth in the period 
than what eventuated. We 
also saw continued pricing 
pressures in the South Island 
as the Canterbury market 
continues its decline post the 
Earthquake re-build, though 
these pricing conditions 
stabilised in the second half 
of the financial year. 

The increase in selling and 
marketing costs was a result 
of an extra $0.4 million in 
advertising costs in New 
Zealand as the business 
produced and aired a new set 
of television commercials.

During the second half 
of FY18, we implemented 
a price increase and made 
good progress in managing 
our labour and other 
factory costs. 

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certain non-recurring costs. 
As a result of spikes in 
electricity pricing we incurred 
an extra $0.8 million of 
electricity costs, split evenly 
across each half. Hedging 
arrangements are now in 
place to avoid these spikes in 
future. In addition, $1.2 million 
of consultancy costs were 
incurred in relation to the 
manufacturing improvement 
programme at our Highbrook 
plant and the strategic 
review (included in 
administration expenses).  

Australia

AGG’s EBIT before significant 
items of $3.2 million was in 
line with the prior year, with 
the additional five months of 
reported EBIT offset by lower 
revenue and profitability in 
our New South Wales 
business. 

The New South Wales 
result was driven by ongoing 
plant reliability issues and 
the considerable disruption 
caused by the capital 
programme’s implementation 
in the final quarter of the 
financial year. This plant’s 
capital installation was 
completed at the end of the 
Group’s programme as it 
received equipment second-
hand from other plants and 
involved a significant relaying 
of equipment across its site, 
which will provide a more 
efficient production flow 
going forward. 

AGG’s EBIT in the year was 
also impacted by the 
transition to the new float 
glass import model, which 
saw the establishment of 
glass warehouses in 
Melbourne and Sydney. While 
these warehouses will deliver 

lower costs in the longer 
term, the gradual 
implementation of these 
changes adversely impacted 
the current year’s results.

Significant items

During FY18, Metroglass 
incurred $2.9 million of CEO 
departure and recruitment 
costs, while the prior year 
included $1 million of costs 
associated with the 
acquisition of AGG.

The effective tax rate in 
FY18 was below the prior 
year, which included tax 
adjustments relating to IPO 
expenses and the finalisation 
of prior year tax positions.

ANNUAL REPORT 2018 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest and net profit 
after tax (NPAT)

Interest costs increased 
during the year as a result 
of the additional debt taken 
on partway through the FY17 
for the purchase of AGG. 

NPAT decreased from FY17 on 
lower operating profit, with a 
significant driver of this being 
the $2.9 million of significant 
items incurred in FY18.

Balance sheet and cash flows

Net debt decreased slightly 
during the year, with a 
significant improvement in 
the net cash flow from 
operating activities offset 
by $20.6 million of capital 
expenditure.

Working capital improved 
on the prior year. Inventory 
increased by $1.1 million as 
AGG transitioned to an 
import model for glass, and 
remained flat in New Zealand. 
Debtors decreased across 
New Zealand and Australia 
as a result of improved 
collections. Trade accounts 
payable increased in New 
Zealand and Australia due 
to improved terms for 
purchases of glass and 
imported consumables. 

Employee entitlements have 
increased by $2.4 million, 
predominantly due to CEO 
departure costs which were 
accrued at the end of March 
and paid in April.    

Group gearing (net 
interest-bearing debt / 
(net interest-bearing debt 
+ equity) decreased from 
37.6% at 31 March 2017 to 
37.0% at 31 March 2018.

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STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES
A CLOSER VIEW 

METROGLASS’ STRATEGIC 
OBJECTIVES

Following extensive reviews, we have confidence that Metroglass’ 
purpose to be a customer-dedicated organisation that delivers market-
differentiated glass products and glazing services remains valid. 
However, the focus has shifted from expansion and diversification, to 
optimisation and enhancement of our internal capability to execute on 
the opportunities we see ahead.
This has resulted in a focus on four key strategic initiatives:

1.  DELIVERING MARKET-LEADING SERVICE TO OUR CUSTOMERS 

2.  DEVELOPING OUR ORGANISATIONAL CAPABILITIES

•  Service is a key differentiator for our customers and 

•  Improving our ability to execute against our strategic 

critical to their success and profitability. The New Zealand 
and Australian businesses are now well equipped to satisfy 
anticipated market demands over the next 24 months, and 
will focus on processing and installation efficiency, 
productivity and reliability. 

initiatives is critical, and following a number of years of 
rapid growth, a greater focus will be placed on investing 
in our people and their capabilities as well as on our 
support systems.

Keyperformanceindicators:

EXAMPLE: HIGHBROOK DIFOT %

80%

44%

93%

73%

FY18 Q4

FY19 YTD

DIFOT (avg. of 48-72 hrs for residential)

DIFOT + 48 hours

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ANNUAL REPORT 20183.  MAINTAINING OUR SCALE POSITION VIA PRODUCT AND 

4.  LEVERAGING OUR SCALE AND ASSETS TO DELIVER LOWEST 

CHANNEL LEADERSHIP

TOTAL DELIVERED COST

•  A persistent focus on increasing efficiency and automation 

and lowering costs is essential for the long-term 
sustainability of our business, and to enable us to compete 
successfully against imports and changing industry 
dynamics. 

Keyperformanceindicators

FACTORY LABOUR % NET REVENUE

35%

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•  Metroglass has grown to service more than 55% of the 
New Zealand flat-glass market. Scale is an important 
advantage in this market, providing significant 
manufacturing, procurement and distribution advantages. 

•  Glass is a rapidly evolving product, and we have invested to 
keep pace with the rate of change. We will continue to drive 
product leadership in ‘NZ first’ products through ongoing 
market research and innovation.

•  We will maintain our multiple channels to the different key 
market segments, which offer varied cycle exposure and 
growth opportunities. We will continue to participate in the 
value chain through to the customer in the RetroFit channel 
for the medium term. 

•  AGG will use its significant new double glazing capacity and 
improved supply chain to deliver profitable growth in the 
South East Australian market.

Keyperformanceindicators

NZ GLASS CATEGORY SHARE

55%

59%

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PETER GRIFFITHS
INDEPENDENT, NON-EXECUTIVE 
CHAIR, MEMBER OF THE AUDIT 
AND RISK COMMITTEE

After a career in the energy 
industry Peter has become a 
professional director. His last 
executive position was as 
Managing Director of BP Oil 
New Zealand for 10 years, 
retiring in 2009. Peter is 
currently Chair of Z Energy. 
He has previously served on a 
number of boards including 
Marsden Maritime Holdings, 
The New Zealand Refining 
Company, and New Zealand Oil 
and Gas. 

He is also Chair of the 
New Zealand Business and 
Parliament Trust and has 
private interests in marine 
contracting and general 
aviation. 

Peters holds a BSc Hons 
from Victoria University 
of Wellington.

ANGELA BULL
INDEPENDENT, NON-
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, CHAIR 
OF THE PEOPLE AND CULTURE 
COMMITTEE

Angela is currently the Chief 
Executive Officer of Tramco 
Group Limited, a large 
New Zealand property 
investment company, and a 
director of the New Zealand 
Institute of Economic 
Research. She  joined Tramco 
in February 2016. 
Prior to leading Tramco Group, 
Angela held a number of 
senior positions over a 
10-year period with 
Foodstuffs, most recently 
being General Manager 
Property Development for 
Foodstuffs North Island. This 
was preceded by a legal 
career, including roles with 
Chapman Tripp, the Crown 
Law Office and Simpson 
Grierson.
Angela holds a Bachelor of 
Arts and a Bachelor of Laws 
degree from the University 
of Auckland.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

LEFT TO RIGHT: PETER GRIFFITHS, RUSSELL CHENU,  
ANGELA BULL, RHYS JONES, BILL ROEST, GORDON BUSWELL

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ANNUAL REPORT 2018RHYS JONES
INDEPENDENT, NON-EXECUTIVE 
DIRECTOR, MEMBER OF 
THE PEOPLE AND CULTURE 
COMMITTEE

Rhys has had a thirty year 
career working in the 
Australasian building material 
and packaging industries. 
Rhys is currently the 
Executive Director and 
Chairman of the Executive 
Board of Vulcan Steel Limited, 
a large privately owned 
Trans‐Tasman steel 
distributor with over thirty 
business units across 
Australasia. He is also a 
director of Tru Test 
Corporation Limited.
Prior to  joining Vulcan Steel in 
2006, he has held senior roles 
in particular with Carter Holt 
Harvey Ltd and Fletcher 
Challenge, including Chief 
Operating Officer of the Pulp, 
Paper, and Packaging business 
of Carter Holt Harvey.
Rhys holds a Master of 
Business Studies from 
Massey University and a 
Bachelor of Science from the 
Victoria University.

WILLEM (BILL) ROEST
INDEPENDENT, NON-EXECUTIVE 
DIRECTOR, CHAIR OF THE AUDIT 
AND RISK COMMITTEE

Bill has extensive experience 
in the New Zealand corporate 
sector, both in executive and 
non-executive functions, in 
particular in the domains 
of finance and corporate 
governance.

He is currently on the boards 
of Synlait Milk (where he 
chairs the Audit and Risk 
Committee), Fisher & Paykel 
Appliances (where he chairs 
the Audit Committee) 
and New Zealand Housing 
Foundation.

Prior to his non-executive 
roles, Bill held the position 
of Chief Financial Officer at 
Fletcher Building for 12 years. 
Before this, he held several 
leadership roles within the 
Fletcher Group, including as 
Managing Director of Fletcher 
Residential and Fletcher 
Aluminium.

Bill is a Fellow of the 
Association of Chartered 
Certified Accountants (United 
Kingdom) and an Associate 
Member of the Chartered 
Accountants Australia and 
New Zealand.

GORDON BUSWELL
INDEPENDENT, NON-EXECUTIVE 
DIRECTOR, MEMBER OF 
THE PEOPLE AND CULTURE 
COMMITTEE

Gordon has more than 25 
years’ experience in the 
building and construction 
industry. He currently holds 
a number of industry-
associated directorships, 
including the Building Industry 
Federation, Platinum Homes 
Limited, Construction 
Strategy Group and the 
Registered Master Builders 
Association of New Zealand. 
He is also a Chartered 
member of the New Zealand 
Institute of Directors.

Prior to moving into 
governance roles, Gordon 
was the Chief Executive 
Officer of Independent Timber 
Merchants (ITM) for 13 years 
and also spent 12 years with 
Carter Holt Harvey.

Gordon holds a Bachelor of 
Commerce from the 
University of Auckland.

RUSSELL CHENU
INDEPENDENT, NON-EXECUTIVE 
DIRECTOR, MEMBER OF THE 
AUDIT AND RISK COMMITTEE

Russell has significant 
experience in the corporate 
sector with more than 23 
years in senior management 
roles. He has considerable 
expertise in senior finance 
related roles, including with 
building products companies. 

Russell is currently an 
independent director and the 
Chairman of the Audit and 
Risk Committee of ASX-listed 
businesses CIMIC Group 
Limited and Reliance 
Worldwide Corporation 
Limited. He is also a director 
of James Hardie Industries 
plc, following a 23-year career 
with the company, holding 
various management and 
executive positions in a 
number of countries, including 
most recently serving as 
group Chief Financial Officer 
from 2004 to 2013.

Before this role, Russell 
served as Chief Financial 
Officer for several ASX-listed 
companies (TAB, Delta Gold, 
Australian National Industries 
and Pancontinental Mining) 
and Mighty River Power. He 
was also previously Treasurer 
of Pioneer International.

Russell has a Bachelor of 
Commerce from The 
University of Melbourne, an 
MBA from Macquarie 
Graduate School of 
Management and is a Member 
of the Society of Certified 
Practising Accountants 
(Australia).

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SENIOR LEADERSHIP TEAM

JOHN FRASER-MACKENZIE
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

Joined: May 2015

John was appointed as Chief 
Financial Officer in May 2015. 
Before his appointment, he 
worked for Goodman Fielder 
for eight years, initially as 
Finance Director of the Dairy 
Division and latterly as 
New Zealand Finance Director. 
Prior to Goodman Fielder he 
held a number of business 
development and finance roles 
for Heinz in Europe.

John is a chartered 
accountant and holds a 
Bachelor of Business Science 
in Finance from the University 
of Cape Town.

ROBYN GIBBARD
UPPER NORTH ISLAND SALES

Joined: February 1997

Robyn leads Metroglass’ sales 
force nationally. She is highly 
experienced having worked in 
Metroglass for more than 
20 years, across many 
customer facing roles 
across commercial glazing, 
branch management and 
sales management.

GEOFF RASMUSSEN
GROUP GENERAL MANAGER, 
OPERATIONS

Joined: April 1996

Geoff has more than 20 years’ 
experience in various senior 
management roles at Metro 
Glass and was appointed as 
General Manager Operations 
in April 2011.

Geoff has 30 years of 
experience in the glass 
industry, combining a trade 
background with experience 
including sales, production 
and operations management.

GARETH HAMILL
METROGLASS COMMERCIAL 
GLAZING – LOWER NORTH 
ISLAND

Joined: April 2002

Gareth has worked in 
Metroglass for more than 
15 years, with a current focus 
on Commercial Glazing and 
management of the Lower 
North Island region. He is 
also a Director of the Glass 
and Glazing Institute of 
New Zealand.

Gareth holds a Bachelor of 
Building Science from Victoria 
University.

ALEX MCDONALD

LEFT TO RIGHT: BARRY PATERSON, DAYNA SAUNDERS, JOHN FRASER-MACKENZIE, 
ROBYN GIBBARD, GARETH HAMILL, GEOFF RASMUSSEN 

BRENDAN SIMPSON

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ANNUAL REPORT 2018ALEX MCDONALD
METROGLASS OPERATIONS

Joined: February 2008

Alex has held senior 
manufacturing roles within 
Metroglass for more than 
10 years, with more than 
15 years’ experience in 
the aluminium  joinery and 
glass industries. 

Alex holds an Executive 
MBA from the University 
of Auckland. 

BARRY PATERSON
METROGLASS COMMERCIAL 
GLAZING

DAYNA SAUNDERS
METROGLASS HUMAN 
RESOURCES

BRENDAN SIMPSON
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, 
AUSTRALIAN GLASS GROUP

Joined: November 2005

Joined: November 2014

Joined: October 2012

Dayna leads Metroglass’ 
Human Resources team 
nationally. She has over 
10 years’ experience in HR, 
Talent & Recruitment 
spending eight years at 
Fletcher Building before 
commencing with Metroglass.

Dayna holds a Bachelor of 
Business in Marketing & 
Management and a NZ 
Diploma in Business from 
the Auckland University 
of Technology.

Barry leads Metroglass’ 
commercial glazing business 
nationally. He has 15 years of 
experience across the New 
Zealand and Australian glass 
industries. He has held a 
diverse range of commercial 
and management finance 
roles in the arable and 
manufacturing industries, and 
was a director on the board 
of Westland Milk Products 
from 2010 to 2016. 

Barry holds a Bachelor of 
Commerce and Management 
and a Postgraduate Diploma 
in Marketing from Lincoln 
University.

Brendan has been the Chief 
Executive Officer of the 
Australian Glass Group (AGG) 
for more than five years. 
Brendan has more than 
16 years’ experience in 
senior executive roles within 
the Australian building 
products sector.

Prior to AGG, Brendan was 
the Regional General Manager 
of Boral’s Clay & Concrete 
products division, running the 
Bricks, Roof Tiles and 
Concrete Masonry businesses. 
He also spent six years with 
Jeld Wen Australia as a 
General Manager of the 
Stegbar NSW and Airlite 
Window businesses.

Brendan has a Bachelor 
of Business Management 
from the Queensland 
University of Technology and 
an (Executive) MBA from the 
Australian Graduate School 
of Management.

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NON-GAAP FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Metroglass’ standard profit measure prepared under New Zealand Generally Accepted Accounting Practice (GAAP) is profit for the period, 
or net profit after tax. Metroglass has used non-GAAP measures which are not prepared in accordance with New Zealand International 
Financial Reporting Standards (NZ IFRS) when discussing financial performance in this document. The directors and management believe 
that these non-GAAP financial measures provide useful information to readers to assist in the understanding of the Group’s financial 
performance, financial position or returns, and used internally to evaluate the performance of business units and to establish operational 
goals. These measures should not be viewed in isolation, nor considered as a substitute for measures reported in accordance with NZ 
IFRS. Non-GAAP financial measures may not be comparable to similarly titled amounts reported by other companies.

Definitions of non-GAAP financial measures used in this report:

•  EBITDA: Earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation.

•  EBITDA before significant items: EBITDA less significant items, being: $2.9m of CEO departure and recruitment costs in FY18 (“CEO 

departure & recruitment costs”) and $1.0m of one-off expenses related to the acquisition of Australian Glass Group in FY17 which are 
not tax deductible (“AGG Acquisition Expenses”).

•  EBIT before significant items: EBIT less significant items, being: CEO departure & recruitment costs, and the AGG Acquisition Expenses.

•  Profit for the period before significant items: Profit for the period less significant items, being: CEO departure & recruitment costs; 

the AGG Acquisition Expenses and tax adjustments relating to IPO expenses and finalisation of prior year tax positions.

•  NPATA: Profit for the Period before the amortisation of acquisition-related intangibles and its associated tax effect.

GAAP TO NON-GAAP RECONCILIATION

FULL YEAR TO 31 MARCH

Profit for the period before significant items

Less: Tax adjustments relating to prior periods

Less: AGG Acquisition Expenses

Less: CEO departure and recruitment costs (tax effected)

Profit for the period (GAAP)

Add: taxation expense

Add: net finance expense

Earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) (GAAP)

Add: depreciation & amortisation

EBITDA

EBIT (GAAP)

Add: AGG Acquisition Expenses

Add: CEO departure and recruitment costs

EBIT before significant items

EBITDA

Add: AGG Acquisition Expenses

Add: CEO departure and recruitment costs

EBITDA before significant items

Profit for the period (GAAP)

Add back: amortisation of acquisition-related intangibles and its associated tax effect

NPATA

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FY18
($M)

18.4 

–

–

2.1 

16.3 

7.0

4.7 

28.0 

12.4 

40.4 

28.0 

–

2.9 

30.9 

40.4 

–

2.9 

43.3 

16.3 

1.9 

18.2 

FY17
($M)

21.3 

1.0 

1.0 

–

19.4 

9.6 

4.0 

32.9 

11.0 

43.9 

32.9 

1.0 

–

33.9 

43.9 

1.0 

–

44.9 

19.4 

1.7 

21.1 

METRO PERFORMANCE GLASS LIMITEDANNUAL REPORT 2018OUR RESULTS

Inventories 

Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income 
Consolidated Statement of Financial Position 
Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity 
Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows 
Notes to the consolidated financial statements 
1.   Basis of preparation 
2.   Financial Performance 
2.1   Segment information 
2.2   Revenue 
2.3   Operating expenditure 
2.4   Significant items 
2.5  Earnings per share 
3.  Working Capital 
3.1  Trade and other receivables 
3.2 
3.3  Trade and other payables 
3.4  Financial instruments 
4. 
Long Term Assets 
4.1  Property, plant and equipment 
4.2 
5.  Debt & Equity 
5.1 
5.2  Contributed equity 
6.  Other  
6.1 
6.2  Deferred taxation 
6.3  Group reserves 
6.4  Related party transactions 
6.5  Contingencies 
6.6  Commitments 
6.7  Subsequent events 
Independent auditor’s report 

Interest bearing liabilities 

Intangible assets 

Income taxation 

16
17
18
19
20
20
23
23
24
24
25
25
26
26
27
27
28
32
32
33
36
36
38
40
40
40
42
42
43
43
43
44

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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 31 MARCH

Sales revenue

Cost of sales

Gross Profit

Distribution and glazing related expenses

Selling and marketing expenses

Administration expenses

Significant items

Earnings before interest and tax

Interest expense

Interest income

Profit before income taxation

Income taxation expense

Profit for the period

Other Comprehensive Income

Exchange differences on translation of foreign operations

Cash flow hedges

Total comprehensive income for the period attributable to shareholders

Earnings per share

Basic Earnings per share (cents per share)

Diluted Earnings per share (cents per share)

The Board of Directors authorised these financial statements for issue on 24 May 2018.
For and on behalf of the Board:

CONSOLIDATED CONSOLIDATED

2018
$’000

268,293 

(151,119)

117,174

(41,867)

(11,206)

(33,179)

(2,922)

28,000 

(4,807)

141 

23,334

(7,056)

16,278

(538)

106 

15,846

8.8

8.8

2017
$’000

244,318 

(129,135)

115,183 

(41,086)

(10,277)

(29,940)

(987)

32,893 

(4,071)

105 

28,927 

(9,560)

19,367 

787

1,075 

21,229 

10.5

10.3

Notes

2.3

2.3

2.3

2.3

2.4

6.1

2.5

2.5

Peter Griffiths 
Chairman 

Willem (Bill) Roest
Director

The above statement of comprehensive income should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes.

16

METRO PERFORMANCE GLASS LIMITEDANNUAL REPORT 2018CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION

AT 31 MARCH

CONSOLIDATED CONSOLIDATED

Notes

2018
$’000

2017
$’000
Restated 
(Note 1)

1,620

42,442 

22,416 

4,484 

70,962

57,042 

3,495 

163,703 

224,240 

295,202

1,372

26,814 

3,181 

1,381 

1,523

34,271

4,194 

94,736 

–

2,488

3,018

104,436

138,707

Assets

Current assets

Cash and cash equivalents

Trade and other receivables

Inventories

Other current assets

Total current assets

Non-current assets

Property, plant and equipment

Deferred tax assets

Intangible assets

Total non-current assets

Total assets

Liabilities

Current liabilities

Bank overdraft

Trade and other payables

Income tax liability

Derivative financial instruments

Provisions

Total current liabilities

Non-current liabilities

Deferred tax liabilities

Interest bearing liabilities

Derivative financial instruments

Lease incentive

Provisions

Total non-current liabilities

Total liabilities

Net assets

Equity

Contributed equity

Retained earnings

Group reorganisation reserve

Share based payments reserve

Foreign currency translation reserve

Cash flow hedge reserve

Total equity

3.1

3.2

4.1

6.2

4.2

5.1

3.3

3.4

6.2

5.1

3.4

5.2

6.3

The above statement of financial position should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes.

360

40,417

23,531 

5,537

69,845

68,372 

3,083

159,487 

230,942

300,787

3,857

31,331

2,776

315

1,331

39,610

3,514 

90,818 

919

2,572

3,018

100,841

140,451

160,336

156,495

306,653

24,233

(170,665)

755 

249 

(889)

304,950 

22,037 

(170,665)

381 

787 

(995)

160,336

156,495 

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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY

FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 31 MARCH

CONSOLIDATED

2018

Contributed 
Equity
$’000

Notes

Reserves
$’000

Retained 
earnings
$’000

Total
$’000

Opening balance as at 1 April 2017

304,950 

(170,492)

22,037 

156,495 

Profit for the period

Movement in foreign currency translation reserve

Other comprehensive income for the period

Total comprehensive income (loss) for the period

Dividends Paid

Payments received on management incentive plan shares

5.2

Movement in share based payments reserve

Total transactions with owners, recognised directly in equity

–

–

–

–

–

1,703

–

1,703

–

(538)

106 

(432)

–

–

374 

374

Balance at 31 March 2018

306,653

(170,550)

16,278

16,278

–

–

(538)

106 

16,278

15,846

(14,082)

(14,082)

–

–

(14,082)

24,233

1,703

374

(12,005)

160,336

CONSOLIDATED

2017

Contributed 
Equity
$’000

Notes

Reserves
$’000

Retained 
earnings
$’000

Total
$’000

Opening balance at 1 April 2016

304,587 

(172,685)

16,732 

148,634 

Profit for the period

Movement in foreign currency translation reserve

Other comprehensive income (loss) for the period

Total comprehensive income (loss) for the period

Dividends Paid

Payments received on management incentive plan shares

5.2

Transfer share based payments reserve to equity

Movement in share based payments reserve

Total transactions with owners, recognised directly in equity

– 

–

– 

– 

– 

363 

– 

– 

363 

– 

787

1,075 

1,862

– 

–

– 

331 

331

Balance at 31 March 2017

304,950 

(170,492)

The above statement of changes in equity should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes.

19,367 

–

– 

19,367 

19,367 

787

1,075 

21,229

(14,062)

(14,062)

–

– 

– 

363 

– 

331 

(14,062)

22,037 

(13,368)

156,495 

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METRO PERFORMANCE GLASS LIMITEDANNUAL REPORT 2018CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS

FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 31 MARCH

Cash flows from operating activities

Receipts from customers

Payments to suppliers and employees

Interest received

Interest paid

Income taxes paid

Net cash inflow from operating activities

Cash flows from investing activities

Payments for property, plant & equipment

Payments for intangible assets

Acquisition of subsidiaries (net of cash acquired)

Net cash outflow from investing activities

Cash flows from financing activities

Repayment of borrowings

Drawdown of borrowings

Payments received on management incentive plan shares

Dividend paid

Net cash inflow/(outflow) from financing activities

Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the period

Effects of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents at end of the period

The above statement of cash flows should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes.

CONSOLIDATED CONSOLIDATED

2018
$’000

2017
$’000

270,517

(224,582)

141 

(4,679)

(7,759)

33,638

(19,967)

(590)

–

(20,557)

(3,000)

–

368 

(14,082)

(16,714)

(3,633)

248 

(112)

(3,497)

236,417 

(205,752)

105 

(4,183)

(9,035)

17,552 

(7,119)

(2,985)

(45,428)

(55,532)

– 

44,736 

363 

(14,062)

31,037 

(6,943)

6,404 

787 

248 

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

1. BASIS OF 
PREPARATION

Reporting Entity

These financial statements are 
for Metro Performance Glass 
Limited (‘the Company’) and 
its subsidiaries (together, ‘the 
Group’). The Group supplies 
processed flat glass and 
related products primarily to 
the residential and commercial 
building sectors. The Company 
is a for-profit entity for 
financial reporting purposes 
and has operations and sales in 
New Zealand and Australia.

Statutory base

The Company is a limited 
liability company incorporated 
and domiciled in New Zealand. 
The address of its registered 
office is 5 Lady Fisher Place, 
East Tamaki, Auckland.

The incorporation date for 
Metro Performance Glass 
Limited was 30 May 2014 
and as part of a group 
reorganisation was listed 
on the New Zealand 
Securities Exchange (NZSX) 
on 29 July 2014. 

Basis of preparation

These consolidated financial 
statements have been 
approved for issue by 
the Board of Directors 
on 24 May 2018.

The consolidated financial 
statements of the group 
have been prepared in 
accordance with Generally 
Accepted Accounting Practice 
in New Zealand (NZ GAAP). 
The group is a for-profit entity 
for the purposes of complying 
with NZ GAAP. The consolidated 
financial statements comply 
with New Zealand equivalents 
to International Financial 
Reporting Standards (NZ IFRS), 
other New Zealand accounting 

20

standards and authoritative 
notices that are applicable to 
entities that apply NZ IFRS. 
The consolidated financial 
statements also comply 
with International Financial 
Reporting Standards (IFRS).

Metro Performance Glass 
Limited is a limited liability 
company registered under the 
New Zealand Companies Act 
1993 and is a Financial Market 
Conduct reporting entity under 
Part 7 of the Financial Markets 
Conduct Act 2013. The financial 
statements of the Group have 
been prepared in accordance 
with the requirements of Part 
7 of the Financial Markets 
Conduct Act 2013 and the 
NZX Main Board Listing Rules.

Historical cost convention

The financial statements have 
been prepared under the 
historical cost convention, as 
modified by the revaluation of 
financial assets and financial 
liabilities at fair value through 
profit or loss.

Principles of consolidation

The financial statements 
incorporate the assets and 
liabilities of all subsidiaries 
of Metro Performance Glass 
Limited (‘the company’ or 
‘the parent entity’) as at 
31 March 2018 and the results 
of all subsidiaries for the 
period then ended.

Subsidiaries are all entities 
over which the Group has 
control. It is a controlled entity 
of Metro Performance Glass 
if Metro Performance Glass 
is exposed and has a right 
to variable returns from the 
entity and is able to use its 
power over the entity to affect 
those returns. Subsidiaries 
are fully consolidated from 
the date on which control is 
transferred to the Group. They 

are de-consolidated from the 
date that control ceases.

FOREIGN CURRENCY 
TRANSLATION

Intercompany transactions, 
balances and unrealised gains 
on transactions between 
Group companies are 
eliminated. Unrealised losses 
are also eliminated unless the 
transaction provided evidence 
of the impairment of the asset 
transferred.

Goods and Services Tax 
(GST)

The statement of 
comprehensive income has 
been prepared so that all 
components are stated 
exclusively of GST. All items 
in the statement of financial 
position are stated net of 
GST, with the exception of 
receivables and payables, which 
include GST invoiced.

Critical accounting 
estimates and judgements

Estimates and  judgements 
are continually evaluated 
and are based on historical 
experience and other factors, 
including expectations of 
future events that are believed 
to be reasonable under the 
circumstances.

The Group makes estimates 
and assumptions concerning 
the future. The resulting 
accounting estimates will, by 
definition, seldom equal the 
related actual results. The 
estimates and assumptions 
that have a significant risk of 
causing a material adjustment 
to the carrying amounts of 
assets and liabilities within 
the next financial year are 
discussed in each accounting 
note as appropriate.

Functional and 
presentation currency

The consolidated financial 
statements are presented 
in New Zealand dollars, which 
is Metro Performance Glass 
Limited’s functional and 
presentation currency.

Transactions and balances

Foreign currency transactions 
are translated using the 
exchange rates prevailing at 
the dates of the transactions. 
Foreign exchange gains 
and losses resulting from 
the settlement of such 
transactions and from the 
translation at period end 
exchange rates of monetary 
assets and liabilities 
denominated in foreign 
currencies are recognised 
in profit and loss. They are 
deferred in equity if they relate 
to qualifying cash flow hedges 
and qualifying net investment 
hedges or are attributable to 
part of the net investment in a 
foreign operation.

The results and financial 
position of foreign operations 
that have a functional 
currency different from 
the presentation currency 
are translated into the 
presentation currency as 
follows:

•  assets and liabilities for 
each balance sheet 
presented are translated at 
the closing rate at the date 
of that balance sheet

• 

income and expenses for 
each statement of profit or 
loss and statement of 
comprehensive income are 
translated at average 
exchange rates (unless this 
is not a reasonable 
approximation of the 

METRO PERFORMANCE GLASS LIMITEDANNUAL REPORT 2018cumulative effect of the 
rates prevailing on the 
transaction dates, in which 
case income and expenses 
are translated at the dates 
of the transactions), and

•  all resulting exchange 

differences are recognised 
in other comprehensive 
income.

CHANGES IN ACCOUNTING 
POLICY AND DISCLOSURES

New Accounting Standards

There were no new standards 
or amendments to standards 
applied during the period, 
however certain comparatives 
have been restated to conform 
with the current year’s 
presentation.

The Group reclassified make-
good provision amounting to 
$3.1m from current liability 
to non-current liability at 
31 March 2017 and 31 March 
2018 to align with the expected 
settlement time. As the related 
obligation arose from an 
arrangement during the year 
ended 31 March 2017, no third 
balance sheet is presented at 
1 April 2016.

The Group also reclassified an 
overdraft balance amounting 
to $1.4m from cash and cash 
equivalents in current assets 
to bank overdraft in current 
liability at 31 March 2017. As 
there was no bank overdraft 
at 1 April 2016, no third balance 
sheet is presented.

Certain new standards, 
amendments and 
interpretations of existing 
standards have been published 
that are mandatory for later 
periods and which the Group 
has not early adopted. These 
will be applied by the Group in 

the mandatory periods listed 
below. The key items applicable 
to the Group are as follows.

NZ IFRS 9: Financial 
Instruments

NZ IFRS 9 ‘Financial 
Instruments’ replaces NZ 
IAS 39 and is effective for 
annual periods commencing 
on or after 1 January 2018. 
The new standard addresses 
3 main areas: classification 
and measurement of 
financial assets and liabilities, 
impairment of financial assets 
and hedge accounting.

The Group has reviewed its 
financial assets and liabilities 
and notes there will be 
no impact on the Group’s 
accounting for financial 
assets and liabilities. The new 
requirements only affect 
financial assets and liabilities 
designated at fair value 
through profit or loss and the 
Group has no such assets or 
liabilities.

The Group has confirmed that 
its current hedge relationships 
would qualifty as continuing 
hedges upon the adoption of 
NZ IFRS 9. Accordingly, the 
Group does not have a 
significant impact on the 
accounting treatment for its 
hedging relationships.

The new impairment model 
requires the recognition of 
impairment provisions based on 
expected credit losses rather 
than only incurred credit losses 
as is the case under NZ IAS 39. 
In the the case of the Group, 
it applies to financial assets 
classified at amortised cost. 
Based on the Group’s 
assessment of historical rates, 
there is no material expected 
financial impact on the 
impairment provisions in 
the year of adoption.

NZ IFRS 15: Revenue from 
contracts with customers

NZ IFRS 15 ‘Revenue from 
Contracts with Customers’ 
replaces NZ IAS 18 Revenue 
and NZ IAS 11 Construction 
Contracts and is effective for 
annual periods commencing 
on or after 1 January 2018. 
The new standard is based on 
the principle that revenue is 
recognised when control of a 
good or service transfers to 
a customer.

During the current financial 
period, the Group assessed the 
potential impact of NZ IFRS 15. 
Work focussed on segregating 
the different revenue streams 
that exist within the business.

The following matters are 
relevant to the Group under 
NZ IFRS 15:

•  For non-commercial supply 
and install revenue, while 
there are separately 
identifiable activities, these 
are highly integrated in 
delivering what is expected 
by, and promised to our 
customers. To this end, 
they are considered a single 
performance obligation 
to the customer.

•  For commercial supply and 
install projects, revenue is 
recognised over time, which 
is consistent with our 
current approach and 
NZ IFRS 15.

MPG has assessed the impact 
of the above matters on the 
Group and no material change 
is expected to the recognition 
of revenue from the adoption 
of NZ IFRS 15.

NZ IFRS 16: Leases

NZ IFRS 16 ‘Leases’ replaces 
NZ IAS 17 and is effective for 
annual periods commencing on 
or after 1 January 2019. It 
requires a lessee to recognise 
a lease liability reflecting 
future lease payments and a 
‘right-to-use asset’ for 
virtually all lease contracts. 
Included is an optional 
exemption for certain 
short-term leases and leases 
of low-value assets for lessees. 
It will also result in changes in 
the Statement of 
Comprehensive Income with an 
interest expense on the liability 
and depreciation of the asset 
replacing the rental expense.

The standard will affect 
primarily the accounting for 
the Group’s operating leases. 
As at the reporting date, the 
Group has non-cancellable 
minimum operating lease 
commitments of $55.6m (refer 
note 6.6). On adoption, NZ IFRS 
16 will have a significant impact 
on the Group’s consolidated 
balance sheet and consolidated 
income statement.

Management has developed 
a model to calculate the full 
quantitative effect of their 
current operating leases under 
NZ IFRS 16 as at 1 April 2019, 
being the date of adoption. 
The model requires 
management to make some 
key  judgements including:

•  The incremental borrowing 
rate used to discount lease 
assets and liabilities; and

•  The lease term including 

potential rights of renewals.

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)Current estimates are likely 
to change at time of adoption 
and for the period ended 
31 March 2020, mainly due to:

•  Finalisation of 

management’s  judgements 
and subsequent movements 
in the inherent borrowing 
rate (interest rates);

•  New lease contracts 

entered into by the Group;

•  Any changes to existing 
lease contracts; and

•  Change in management’s 
judgement to exercise 
rights of renewals under 
lease arrangements.

Management’s process to 
date highlights that the 
potential impact based on the 
current lease arrangements 
is expected to be material to 
the consolidated balance sheet 
on the date of adoption (being 
1 April 2019), with the impact 
as follows:

•  Recognition of a right 
of use asset and lease 
liability within the range 
of approximately $59 - 
$72 million;

The impact on the consolidated 
income statement for the 
period ended 31 March 2020 
is expected to be:

•  Decrease in operating 

lease expense;

• 

Increase in depreciation and 
amortization expense; and

• 

Increase in interest expense.

The impact on each of these 
line items is expected to 
be significant. The Group 
is currently assessing the 
transitional options available 
which will determine the net 
impact.

The above has no cash effect 
to the Group and the change 
is for financial reporting 
purposes only.

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)METRO PERFORMANCE GLASS LIMITEDANNUAL REPORT 20182. FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE

2.1 SEGMENT INFORMATION

Operating segments of the Group at 31 March 2018 have been determined based on financial information that is 
regularly reviewed by the Board in conjunction with the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, collectively 
known as the Chief Operating Decision Maker for the purpose of allocating resources, assessing performance and 
making strategic decisions.

Substantially all of the Group’s revenue is derived from the sale of glass and related products and services. Following the 
acquisition of AGG on 1 September 2016 the Group now operates in two geographic segments.

AGG was acquired on 1 September 2016. Results for the Australia segment for the period to 31 March 2017 includes 
7 months of ownership, and the period to 31 March 2018 includes 12 months of ownership.

Group costs consist of insurance, professional services, director fees and expenses, listing fees and share incentive scheme 
costs.

Significant items related to CEO departure and recruitment costs in 2018 and one-off costs related to the acquisition of 
Australian Glass Group in 2017. 

Revenue

Gross Profit

Segmental EBITDA

Group Costs

Significant items

Group EBITDA

Depreciation and amortisation

EBIT

Segment Assets

Segment Non-current Assets (excluding Deferred tax assets)

Segment Liabilities

Revenue

Gross Profit

Segmental EBITDA

Group Costs

Significant items

Group EBITDA

Depreciation and amortisation

EBIT

Segment Assets

Segment Non-current Assets (excluding Deferred tax assets)

Segment Liabilities

CONSOLIDATED 2018

New Zealand
$’000

Australia
$’000

Eliminations  
& Other
$’000

212,901 

105,463 

38,944

 – 

 – 

9,704 

29,240

271,089 

174,718 

31,886 

55,404 

11,711 

5,854

 – 

 – 

2,694 

3,160

64,827 

53,141 

47,472 

(12)

 – 

 – 

(1,478)

(2,922)

 – 

(4,400)

(35,129)

 – 

61,093 

CONSOLIDATED 2017

New Zealand
$’000

Australia
$’000

Eliminations & 
Other
$’000

213,830 

106,543 

41,407 

 – 

 – 

9,517 

31,890 

264,693 

173,711 

31,121 

30,488 

8,640 

4,688 

 – 

 – 

1,486 

3,202 

61,240 

47,034 

44,403 

 – 

 – 

 – 

(1,212)

(987)

 – 

(2,199)

(30,731)

 – 

63,183 

Group
$’000

268,293 

117,174 

44,798 

(1,478)

(2,922)

40,398 

12,398 

28,000 

300,787 

227,859 

140,451 

Group
$’000

244,318 

115,183 

46,095 

(1,212)

(987)

43,896 

11,003 

32,893 

295,202 

220,745 

138,707 

23

NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)2.2 REVENUE

Accounting Policy

Revenue comprises the value of the consideration received for the sale of goods and services, net of Goods and Services 
Tax, rebates and discounts and after eliminating sales within the Group.

Sales of goods

The Group operates a network of processing and retail branches for the provision and assembly of customised glass 
products. Sales of goods are recognised when a Group entity has delivered glass products to the customer, the customer 
has accepted the products and collectability of the related receivables is reasonably assured.

Sales of services

The Group provides glazing services throughout the Metro Performance Glass branch network. For sales of glazing services, 
revenue is recognised in the accounting period in which the services are rendered, by reference to stage of completion of 
the specific transaction and assessed on the basis of the actual service provided as a proportion of the total services to 
be provided. 

2.3 OPERATING EXPENDITURE

Raw materials and consumables used

Employee benefit expense

Subcontractor cost

Depreciation and amortisation

Transportation and logistics

Operating lease payments

Advertising

Other expenses

CONSOLIDATED CONSOLIDATED

2018
$’000

74,703 

95,999 

6,200 

12,398

10,861 

10,020 

2,301 

24,889

2017
$’000

69,616 

81,173 

6,618 

10,945 

9,338 

8,437 

1,894 

22,417

Total cost of sales, distribution and glazing related expenses, selling and marketing 
expenses, and administration expenses

237,371

210,438

Other expenses in 2018 includes $0.8m of additional cost due to spikes in New Zealand electricity pricing (now hedged) and 
$1.2m consultancy costs associated with the strategic review and manufacturing improvement projects.

Audit and review of financial statements

Audit and review of financial statements - PwC

Other services performed by PwC

Tax compliance and advice

Agreed-upon procedures relating to covenant compliance certificate and annual report

Share Scheme advice

Executive reward services

24

CONSOLIDATED CONSOLIDATED

2018
$’000

2017
$’000

296

–

11

4 

16 

327

326 

30 

5 

11 

52 

424 

NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)METRO PERFORMANCE GLASS LIMITEDANNUAL REPORT 20182.4 SIGNIFICANT ITEMS

CEO departure and recruitment costs

AGG acquisition costs

Total significant items before taxation

Tax benefit on above items

Tax adjustments relating to prior periods

Total significant items after taxation

CONSOLIDATED CONSOLIDATED

2018
$’000

2,922 

–

2,922 

(818)

–

2,104 

2017
$’000

–

987 

987 

–

981 

1,968 

Additional detail on CEO departure and recruitment costs can be seen in the CEO Remuneration note on page 61.

AGG acquisition costs relate to one-off expenses associated with the acquisition of Australian Glass Group, which were not tax deductible.

Tax adjustments relating to prior periods comprise tax adjustments relating to IPO expenses and the finalisation of prior year tax 
positions.

2.5 EARNINGS PER SHARE

Basic

Basic earnings per share is calculated by dividing the profit after tax of the Group by the weighted average number of ordinary shares 
outstanding during the period.

Profit after tax ($’000)

Weighted average number of ordinary shares outstanding (‘000s)

Basic Earnings per share (cents per share)

Diluted

CONSOLIDATED CONSOLIDATED

2018

16,278

185,378 

8.8 

2017

19,367 

185,066 

10.5 

Diluted Earnings per share is calculated by adjusting the weighted average number of ordinary shares outstanding to assume conversion 
of all dilutive potential ordinary shares. 

Weighted average number of ordinary shares outstanding (‘000s)

Adjusted for share options (‘000s)

Weighted average number of ordinary shares for diluted earnings per share (‘000s)

Diluted Earnings per share (cents per share)

Net Tangible Assets

Net Tangible assets 

Shares on issue at end of period (in thousands)

Net tangible assets per share (cents per share)

Net Tangible Assets consist of Net Assets less Intangible Assets

CONSOLIDATED CONSOLIDATED

2018

185,378 

–

185,378

8.8

2017

185,066 

2,323 

187,389 

10.3 

CONSOLIDATED CONSOLIDATED

2018
$’000

849

185,378 

0.46

2017
$’000

(7,208)

185,066 

(3.89)

25

NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)3. WORKING CAPITAL

3.1 TRADE AND OTHER RECEIVABLES

Trade receivables

Provision for doubtful trade receivables

Bad and doubtful trade receivables

CONSOLIDATED CONSOLIDATED

2018
$’000

41,412 

(995)

40,417

2017
$’000

43,420 

(978)

42,442 

The Group extends credit to its customers based on an assessment of credit worthiness. Terms differ by customer and 
may extend to 60 days past invoice date. A portion of the Group’s receivables are also subject to contractual retentions 
which can last up to and exceed 12 months. At balance date, a portion of trade receivables are past due as defined by the 
applicable credit terms.

The ageing profile of debtors follows:

Current

30 - 59 days

60 - 89 days

90 days and later

CONSOLIDATED CONSOLIDATED

2018
$’000

24,786 

8,100 

1,187 

7,339 

41,412 

2017
$’000

27,159 

8,096 

1,225 

6,940 

43,420 

The ageing profile above does not necessarily reflect whether an amount is past due and impaired as customer credit terms 
vary and a significant amount of the aged receivable represents contractual retentions.

Movements in the provision for impairment of receivables are as follows:

Opening balance

Provision for impairment recognised during the year

Receivables written off during the year as uncollectable

Balance at end of year

CONSOLIDATED CONSOLIDATED

2018
$’000

978 

407

(390)

995

2017
$’000

1,654 

(110)

(566)

978 

Amounts are generally written off when there is no expectation of recovering additional cash or consideration.

The ageing profile of debtors ‘past due but not impaired’ is as follows:

Current

30 - 59 days

60 - 89 days

90 days and later

26

CONSOLIDATED CONSOLIDATED

2018
$’000

–

3,978 

1,095 

4,260 

9,333 

2017
$’000

–

3,317 

1,085 

3,358 

7,760 

NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)METRO PERFORMANCE GLASS LIMITEDANNUAL REPORT 2018Estimates and judgements:

Allowance for doubtful debts
Receivables are reduced by an allowance for amounts that may become uncollectable in the future. Collections and 
payments from our customers are continuously monitored and a provision for doubtful debts is maintained based upon our 
historical experience and any specific customer collection issues that we have identified. 

Accounting Policy

Trade receivables are recognised initially at fair value and subsequently measured at amortised cost, less provision for 
estimated uncollectable amounts. The carrying amount of the asset is reduced through the use of an allowance account, 
and the amount of the loss is recognised in the statement of comprehensive income within ‘Administration expenses’. 
Individual debtor accounts are reviewed for impairment and a provision is raised based on management’s best estimate of 
recoverability.

Credit Risk

Credit risk arises from cash and cash equivalents, derivative financial instruments and deposits with banks and financial 
institutions, as well as credit exposures to wholesale and retail customers, including outstanding receivables and committed 
transactions and is managed at Group level.

3.2 INVENTORIES

Raw materials, primarily flat glass stock-sheets

Work in progress

CONSOLIDATED CONSOLIDATED

2018
$’000

20,312 

3,219 

23,531 

2017
$’000

19,639 

2,777 

22,416 

The cost of inventories recognised as an expense and included in ‘Cost of sales’ amounted to $74.7m.

Accounting Policy

Raw materials and stock, work in progress and finished goods are stated at the lower of cost and net realisable value. Cost 
comprises direct materials, direct labour and an appropriate proportion of variable and fixed overhead expenditure, the 
latter being allocated on the basis of normal operating capacity. Costs are assigned to individual items of inventory on the 
basis of weighted average costs. Net realisable value is the estimated selling price in the ordinary course of business less 
the estimated costs of completion and the estimated costs necessary to make the sale.

3.3 TRADE AND OTHER PAYABLES

CONSOLIDATED CONSOLIDATED

Trade accounts payable

Employee entitlements

Goods and services tax payable

Other interest accruals

Management incentive accrual

2018
$’000

20,594

8,893

1,193 

411 

240 

31,331

Trade accounts payable increased across the Group on improved terms for purchases of glass and imported consumables 
and also included final capital payments post commissioning.

Employee entitlements at 31 March 2018 included a net payable of $1.4m relating to CEO departure comprising $2.7m 
payable in respect of CEO departure and recruitment costs, offset by $1.3m receivable relating to management incentive 
plan shares (refer Note 5.2).

2017
$’000

17,696 

6,526 

1,387 

284 

921 

26,814 

27

NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)Trade and other payables

These amounts represent 
liabilities for goods and 
services provided to the Group 
prior to the end of the financial 
period which are unpaid. The 
carrying amount represents 
fair value due to their short 
term nature.

Employee Entitlements

Liabilities for wages and 
salaries, including non-
monetary benefits, annual leave 
and lieu leave are recognised in 
‘Trade and other payables’ in 
respect of employees’ services 
up to the reporting date and 
are measured at the amounts 
expected to be paid when the 
liabilities are settled. Liabilities 
for non-accumulating sick 
leave are recognised when the 
leave is taken and measured at 
the rates paid or payable.

The Group recognises a liability 
and an expense for bonuses on 
a formula that takes into 
consideration the profit 
attributable to the Group’s 
shareholders. The Group 
recognises a provision where 
contractually obliged or where 
there is a past practice that 
has created a constructive 
obligation.

3.4 FINANCIAL 
INSTRUMENTS

The Group’s activities expose it 
to a variety of financial risks: 
market risk (including currency 
risk, fair value interest rate 
risk, cash flow interest rate 
risk), credit risk and liquidity 
risk. The Group’s overall 
financial risk management is 
carried out by a central finance 
function (the head office 
finance team) under policies 
approved by the board of 
directors. The head office 
finance team focuses on the 
unpredictability of financial 
markets and identifies, 
evaluates and seeks to hedge 
financial risks in close co-
operation with the Group’s 
operating units to minimise 
potential adverse effects on 
the financial performance of 
the Group. 

The board approves policies 
covering foreign exchange risk, 
interest rate risk and credit 
risk. The Group uses derivative 
financial instruments such as 
foreign exchange contracts 
and interest rate swaps to 
hedge certain risk exposures. 
The Group uses different 
methods including sensitivity 
analysis in the case of interest 

rate, foreign exchange and 
other price risks and aging 
analysis for credit risk to 
measure risk.

Derivatives

The Group holds derivative 
financial instruments to hedge 
its foreign currency. The Group 
has designated forward 
exchange contracts and 
interest rate swaps as cash 
flow hedge instruments.

Cash flow hedges - forward 
exchange contracts and 
interest rate swaps
Cash flow hedge instruments 
hedge the exposure to 
variability in cash flows that (i) 
is attributable to a particular 
risk associated with a 
recognised asset or liability or 
a highly probable forecast 
transaction and (ii) could affect 
profit or loss.

The fair value of financial 
instruments traded in active 
markets by the Group is based 
on the current bid price and for 
financial liabilities is the current 
ask price.

At 31 March 2018 all financial 
instruments measured at fair 
value (interest rate swaps and 
forward exchange contracts) 
were valued using valuation 

techniques where all significant 
inputs were based on 
observable market data. 
Accordingly they are 
categorised as level 2.

Specific valuation techniques 
used to value the Group’s 
financial instruments are as 
follows:

•  The fair value of forward 

foreign exchange contracts 
is determined using forward 
exchange rates at the 
balance sheet date, with the 
resulting value discounted 
back to present value.

•  The fair value of interest 
rate swap contracts is 
determined using forward 
interest rates at the 
balance sheet date, with the 
resulting value discounted 
back to present value.

These fair values are based 
on valuations provided by the 
ANZ Banking Group as at 
31 March 2018.

28

NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)METRO PERFORMANCE GLASS LIMITEDANNUAL REPORT 2018Financial Instruments by category

31 March 2018

Assets as per statement of financial position

Cash and cash equivalents

Derivatives - foreign exchange contracts

Derivatives - interest rate swaps

Trade and other receivables

Balance at 31 March 2018

31 March 2017

Assets as per statement of financial position

Cash and cash equivalents

Derivatives - foreign exchange contracts

Derivatives - interest rate swaps

Trade and other receivables

Balance at 31 March 2017

31 March 2018

Liabilities as per statement of financial position

Cash and cash equivalents

Trade and other payables excluding non-financial liabilities

Provisions

Derivatives - foreign exchange contracts

Derivatives - interest rate swaps

Interest bearing liabilities

Balance at 31 March 2018

31 March 2017

Liabilities as per statement of financial position

Cash and cash equivalents

Trade and other payables excluding non-financial liabilities

Provisions

Derivatives - foreign exchange contracts

Derivatives - interest rate swaps

Interest bearing liabilities

Balance at 31 March 2017

CONSOLIDATED

Loans and 
receivables
$’000

Derivatives used 
for hedging
$’000

360

–

–

40,417

40,777

1,620

– 

– 

42,442 

44,062

–

–

–

–

–

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

CONSOLIDATED

Liabilities at 
amortised cost
$’000

Derivatives used 
for hedging
$’000

3,857 

29,313 

4,214 

 – 

 – 

90,818 

128,202 

1,372 

24,588 

4,406 

 – 

 – 

94,736 

125,102 

 – 

 – 

 – 

304 

930 

 – 

1,234 

 – 

 – 

481 

900 

 – 

1,381 

Total
$’000

360

–

–

40,417

40,777

1,620

– 

– 

42,442 

44,062

Total
$’000

3,857 

29,313 

4,214 

304 

930 

90,818 

129,436 

1,372 

24,588 

4,406 

481 

900 

94,736 

126,483 

29

NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)Accounting policy

On initial designation of a derivative as a cash flow heding instrument, the Group formally documents the relationship 
between the hedging instrument and hedged item, including the risk management objectives and strategy in undertaking 
the hedge transaction. Documentation includes the nature of the risk being hedged, together with the methods that will be 
used to assess the hedging instrument’s effectiveness. The Group also documents its assessment, both at the inception of 
the hedge relationship as well as on an ongoing basis, of whether the hedging instruments are expected to be highly 
effective in offsetting the changes in cash flows of the respective hedged items.

The effective portion of the changes in the fair value of derivatives that are designated and qualify as cash flow hedges, is 
recognised in other comprehensive income and presented in the hedging reserve in equity. The gain or loss relating to the 
ineffective portion is recognised immediately in the profit or loss section of the statement of comprehensive income.

Foreign exchange risk

Foreign exchange risk arises when future commercial transactions and purchases of recognised assets are denominated in 
a currency that is not NZD which is the company’s functional currency. Approximately 95% of annual flat sheet glass raw 
materials are purchased in foreign currencies, being United States Dollar (USD), Euro (EUR) and Australian Dollar (AUD). In 
accordance with the Company Treasury policy, foreign exchange risk is managed prospectively out over a period to a 
maximum period of 12 months with allowable limits of coverage up to 100% over the 6 month term, reducing to 50% up to 
the 12 month term. Where deemed acceptable by the directors, coverage can be extended out over a longer period.

Exposure to foreign exchange risk

31 March 2018

Cash and cash equivalents

Trade receivables

Trade accounts payable

Balance at 31 March 2018

31 March 2017

Cash and cash equivalents

Trade receivables

Trade accounts payable

Balance at 31 March 2017

CONSOLIDATED

AUD
NZ$’000

USD
NZ$’000

EUR
NZ$’000

(3,857)

8,345 

(5,359)

(871)

1,620 

9,452 

(4,934)

6,138 

–

–

(3,216)

(3,216)

– 

– 

(2,474)

(2,474)

–

–

(1,104)

(1,104)

– 

– 

(756)

(756)

Cash flow hedge reserve movement shown in the statement of comprehensive income reflects the tax affected change in 
fair value of forward foreign exchange currency contracts during the reporting period.

30

NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)METRO PERFORMANCE GLASS LIMITEDANNUAL REPORT 2018Sensitivity analysis

The following table details the Group’s sensitivity to a 10% strengthening/weakening of the New Zealand dollar (NZ$) against 
the following currencies at the reporting date. The table shows the (decrease)/increase in profit or loss and equity as a 
result of the 10% movements. The analysis assumes that all other variables, in particular interest rates, remain constant. 
The same basis has been applied for all periods presented.

CONSOLIDATED CONSOLIDATED

2018
$’000

2017
$’000

Profit or loss

10% strengthening of the NZ$ against:

AUD

USD

EUR

10% weakening of the NZ$ against:

AUD

USD

EUR

Equity

10% strengthening of the NZ$ against:

USD

EUR

10% weakening of the NZ$ against:

USD

EUR

79 

292 

100 

(97)

(357)

(123)

(1,668)

(593)

2,038 

725 

Profit or loss movements are mainly attributable to the exposure outstanding on USD trade payables at the end of the 
reporting period. Equity movements are the result of changes in fair value of derivative instruments designated as hedging 
instruments in cash flow hedges.

Commodity cost risk

The primary raw material used by the Group is flat glass which is imported from suppliers around the world. While there are 
numerous manufacturers of flat sheet glass, the Group is exposed to commodity price risk and therefore manages access 
to supply through close relationships with suppliers. Cost is an important variable in the determination of supply, and the 
Group is clearly exposed to changes in the cost of glass.

(558)

225 

69 

682 

(275)

(84)

(2,042)

(367)

2,495 

449 

31

NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)4. LONG TERM ASSETS

4.1 PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT

Opening balance

Cost

Accumulated depreciation

Net book value at 1 April 2017

Additions

Disposals

Depreciation expense

Foreign exchange impact

Closing net book value at 31 March 2018

Represented by:

Cost

Accumulated depreciation

Net book value at 31 March 2018

Opening balance

Cost

Accumulated depreciation

Net book value at 1 April 2016

Additions

Disposals

Depreciation expense

Foreign exchange impact

Closing net book value at 31 March 2017

Represented by:

Cost

Accumulated depreciation

Net book value at 31 March 2017

32

CONSOLIDATED 2018

Plant & 
equipment
$’000

Furniture, 
fittings & 
equipment
$’000

Motor 
Vehicles
$’000

59,681 

(12,385)

47,296 

18,996

(117)

(5,922)

(231)

60,022 

77,765 

(17,743)

60,022 

2,833 

(1,231)

1,602 

196 

–

(706)

–

1,092 

3,027 

(1,935)

1,092 

11,482 

(3,338)

8,144 

1,328 

(199)

(1,999)

(16)

7,258 

12,450 

(5,192)

7,258 

CONSOLIDATED 2017

Plant & 
equipment
$’000

Furniture, 
fittings & 
equipment
$’000

Motor 
Vehicles
$’000

46,864 

(6,701)

40,163 

12,880 

(54)

(5,666)

(27)

47,296 

59,681 

(12,385)

47,296 

2,193 

(702)

1,491 

648 

–

(537)

–

1,602 

2,833 

(1,231)

1,602 

8,058 

(1,715)

6,343 

3,543 

(81)

(1,657)

(4)

8,144 

11,482 

(3,338)

8,144 

Total
$’000

73,996 

(16,954)

57,042 

20,520

(316)

(8,627)

(247)

68,372 

93,242 

(24,870)

68,372 

Total
$’000

57,115 

(9,118)

47,997 

17,071 

(135)

(7,860)

(31)

57,042 

73,996 

(16,954)

57,042 

NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)METRO PERFORMANCE GLASS LIMITEDANNUAL REPORT 2018Estimates and Judgements

Economic lives of intangible assets and property, plant and equipment
Property, plant and equipment are long-lived assets that are amortised/depreciated over their useful lives. 

Accounting Policy

All property, plant and equipment is stated at historical cost less depreciation and impairment. Historical cost includes 
expenditure that is directly attributable to the acquisition of the items. 

Land is not depreciated. Depreciation of property, plant and equipment is calculated using the straight line value method to 
allocate the cost of the assets over their expected useful lives. The rates are as follows: 

Depreciation 
Rate

Depreciation 
Basis

Leasehold Improvements

Plant and equipment

Motor Vehicles

Furniture, fixtures and fittings

4.2 INTANGIBLE ASSETS

Opening balance

Cost

Accumulated amortisation

Net book value at 1 April 2017

Additions

Disposals

Amortisation expense

Foreign exchange impact

Closing net book value at 31 March 2018

Represented by:

Cost

Accumulated amortisation

Net book value at 31 March 2018

7.5-15%

7.5-15%

12-20%

20-25%

CONSOLIDATED 2018

Customer 
relationships
$’000

Goodwill on 
acquisitions
$’000

Computer 
software
$’000

13,063 

(4,122)

8,941 

–

–

(1,875)

(54)

7,012 

13,002 

(5,990)

7,012 

149,198 

–

149,198 

53 

–

–

(906)

148,345 

148,345 

–

148,345 

7,995 

(2,431)

5,564 

537 

–

(1,896)

(75)

4,130 

8,447 

(4,317)

4,130 

SL

SL

SL

SL

Total
$’000

170,256 

(6,553)

163,703 

590 

–

(3,771)

(1,035)

159,487 

169,794 

(10,307)

159,487 

33

NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)Opening balance

Cost

Accumulated amortisation

Net book value at 1 April 2016

Additions

Disposals

Amortisation expense

Foreign exchange impact

Closing net book value at 31 March 2017

Represented by:

Cost

Accumulated amortisation

Net book value at 31 March 2017

Estimates and judgements: Goodwill

CONSOLIDATED 2017

Customer 
relationships
$’000

Goodwill on 
acquisitions
$’000

Computer 
software
$’000

10,875 

(2,417)

8,458 

2,188 

– 

(1,695)

(10)

8,941 

13,063 

(4,122)

8,941 

116,389 

– 

116,389 

32,809 

– 

– 

– 

149,198 

149,198 

–

149,198 

3,868 

(972)

2,896 

4,127 

– 

(1,448)

(11)

5,564 

7,995 

(2,431)

5,564 

Total
$’000

131,132 

(3,389)

127,743 

39,124 

– 

(3,143)

(21)

163,703 

170,256 

(6,553)

163,703 

The Group tests at least annually whether goodwill has suffered any impairment. The recoverable amounts of cash-
generating units have been determined based on value-in-use calculations. These calculations require the use of estimates.

Impairment tests for goodwill

Post the acquistion of AGG segments have been classified as being New Zealand and Australia aligning with the way our 
business is reviewed. Goodwill is allocated as follows:

New Zealand

Australia

CONSOLIDATED CONSOLIDATED

2018
$’000

116,799 

31,546 

148,345 

2017
$’000

116,798 

32,400 

149,198 

This calculation uses pre-tax cash flow projections based on financial budgets approved by management covering a 
five-year period. Cash flows beyond the five-year period are extrapolated using estimated long term growth rates. Key 
assumptions used based on management’s knowledge of the market are as follows:

Compound annual volume growth - 5 years

Long term growth rate

Discount rate

CONSOLIDATED CONSOLIDATED

2018

1.0%

2.5%

9.5%

2017

7.9%

2.8%

9.0%

The Company has lowered its expectation of volume growth in the coming five years, primarily reflecting a more conservative 
view on the strength of the New Zealand construction cycle. 

Sensitivity analyses performed by management indicate no impairment through reasonable changes to the above assumptions.

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)METRO PERFORMANCE GLASS LIMITEDANNUAL REPORT 2018Accounting Policy

Goodwill
Goodwill represents the excess 
of the consideration paid for 
an acquisition over the fair 
value of the Group’s share of 
the net identifiable assets of 
the acquired subsidiary at the 
date of acquisition. Any goodwill 
arising on acquisitions of 
subsidiaries is included in 
intangible assets. Goodwill 
acquired in business 
combinations is not amortised. 
Instead, goodwill is tested for 
impairment annually, or more 
frequently if events or changes 
in circumstances indicate that 
it might be impaired, and is 
carried at cost less 
accumulated impairment 
losses. Gains and losses on the 
disposal of an entity include 

the carrying amount of goodwill 
relating to the entity sold.

The carrying value of goodwill is 
compared to the recoverable 
amount, which is the higher of 
value in use and the fair value 
less costs of disposal. Any 
impairment is recognised 
immediately as an expense and 
is not subsequently reversed.

For the purposes of 
impairment testing, goodwill 
acquired in a business 
combination is allocated to 
each group of the cash 
generating units that is 
expected to benefit from the 
synergies of the combination. 
Each unit to which the goodwill 
is allocated represents the 
lowest level within the entity at 
which the goodwill is monitored 
for internal management 
purposes.

Computer software
Acquired computer software 
licences are capitalised on the 
basis of the costs incurred to 
acquire and bring to use the 
specific software. Costs that 
are directly associated with the 
production of identifiable and 
unique software products 
controlled by the Group are 
recognised as intangible assets 
when management intends to 
use the software and 
anticipate it will generate 
probable future economic 
benefits.

Directly attributable costs that 
are capitalised as part of the 
software product include the 
software development 
employee costs and an 
appropriate portion of relevant 
overheads. 

Amortisation of computer 
software is calculated on a 
straight line basis over a useful 
life of 4 years.

Contractual customer 
relationships
Contractual customer 
relationships acquired in a 
business combination are 
recognised at fair value at 
the acquisition date. The 
contractual customer 
relationships acquired are 
estimated to have a finite 
useful life and are carried at 
cost less accumulated 
amortisation. Amortisation is 
calculated on a straight-line 
method over the expected life, 
being 10 years of the customer 
relationship in New Zealand and 
5 years in Australia.

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)5. DEBT & EQUITY

5.1 INTEREST BEARING LIABILITIES

Bank borrowings

Bank overdraft

CONSOLIDATED CONSOLIDATED

2018
$’000

90,818 

3,857

94,675

2017
$’000

94,736 

1,372

96,108

Bank borrowings are secured by a first-ranking composite general secuity deed. The Group’s bank borrowing facilities 
comprise a syndicated term loan facility of $125m negotiated on 31 August 2016 for a 3 year term as well as overdraft and 
bank guarantees totalling $16.382m. The Group complied with all covenants throughout the year.

(A) Assets pledged as security

The bank loans are secured under both a General Security Deed and Specific Security Deed which results in registered 
charges over assets of the Group. In addition there are positive and negative pledge undertakings by the Company.

(B) Fair value

The carrying value of the Group’s bank borrowings also represents the fair value of the borrowings due to management’s 
assessment that the interest rates approximate the market interest rate for a commercial loan of a comparable 
lending period.

The table below sets out an analysis of the movements in borrowings due after one year.

Opening balance at 1 April

Cashflows

Foreign exchange adjustments

Other non-cash movements

Closing balance at 31 March

CONSOLIDATED CONSOLIDATED

2018
$’000

94,736

(3,000)

(918)

–

90,818 

2017
$’000

50,000

44,736

–

–

94,736

Accounting policy
Borrowings are initially recognised at fair value, net of transaction costs incurred. Borrowings are subsequently measured 
at amortised cost. Any difference between the proceeds (net of transaction costs) and the redemption amount is expensed 
in the statement of comprehensive income over the period of the borrowings using the effective interest method.

Borrowings are classified as current liabilities unless the Group has an unconditional right to defer settlement of the liability 
for at least 12 months after the statement of financial position date.

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)METRO PERFORMANCE GLASS LIMITEDANNUAL REPORT 2018Liquidity risk
Prudent liquidity risk management implies maintaining sufficient cash and marketable securities, the availability of funding 
through an adequate amount of committed credit facilities and the ability to close-out market positions.

In addition to cash reserves, the Group negotiated a syndicated credit facility with banking partners in August 2016. As at 
31 March 2018 the Group was in overdraft to $3.857m. Information in respect of negotiated credit facilities is shown below.

CONSOLIDATED CONSOLIDATED

Committed credit facilities pursuant to syndicated facility

Drawdown at balance date

Available credit facilities

2018
$’000

141,382 

(95,591)

45,791 

The table below analyses both of the Group’s non-derivative financial liabilities and derivative financial liabilities into relevant 
maturity groupings based on the remaining period at the balance sheet date to the contractual maturity date. Derivative 
financial liabilities are included in the analysis if their contractual maturities are essential for an understanding of cash flows.

CONSOLIDATED 2018

Less than
1 year
$’000

Between 
1 and 2 years
$’000

Between 
2 and 5 years
$’000

> 5 years
$’000

Bank borrowings and interest owing

Interest rate swap

Foreign exchange contracts

Trade accounts payable

Total at 31 March 2018

6,986

11

304 

20,594

27,895

91,957

443

–

–

92,400

–

476

–

–

476

–

–

–

–

–

CONSOLIDATED 2017

Less than
1 year
$’000

Between 
1 and 2 years
$’000

Between 
2 and 5 years
$’000

> 5 years
$’000

4,404

257 

481 

17,696 

22,838

2,749

257 

– 

– 

95,888

387 

– 

– 

3,006

96,275

– 

– 

– 

– 

– 

Bank borrowings and interest owing

Interest rate swap

Foreign exchange contracts

Trade accounts payable

Total at 31 March 2017

Interest rate risk

The Group’s interest rate risk arises from borrowings. Borrowings issued at variable rates expose the Group to cash flow 
interest rate risk. During the period the Group’s borrowings at variable rates were denominated in both New Zealand and 
Australian dollars. If interest rates in New Zealand and Australia increased by 10% the impact would be additional cost of 
$272k and a subsequent decrease of $272k if rates decreased by 10%. (2017 interest rate increase of 10% would have 
resulted in additional costs of $275k and a subsequent decrease of $275k if rates decreased by 10%)

The Group adopts a policy of ensuring that its exposure to changes in interest rates on borrowings is on a fixed-rate basis 
by entering into interest rate swaps.

2017
$’000

141,565 

(99,376)

42,189 

Total
$’000

98,943

930 

304 

20,594

120,771

Total
$’000

103,041

901 

481 

17,696 

122,119

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)5.2 CONTRIBUTED EQUITY

Opening balance

Payments received on management incentive plans

Closing balance

CONSOLIDATED CONSOLIDATED

2018
$’000

304,950 

1,703

306,653

2017
$’000

304,587 

363 

304,950 

On 29 July 2014, Metro Performance Glass received gross proceeds of $244.2 million from the allotment of 143,668,486 
ordinary shares at an issue price of $1.70 per share, offered under the Investment Statement and Prospectus dated 7 July 
2014 (amended 15 July 2014) for the Initial Public Offering (IPO) of ordinary shares in Metro Performance Glass. Additionally 
36,646,730 ordinary shares were issued in exchange for 113,811,147 shares in Metroglass Holdings Limited at an issue price 
of $1.70 per share. Additionally, as part of the then long term incentive plan 4,714,784 ordinary shares were issued to 
management and these vested on 29 July 2015. Payments received on management incentive plan shares relates to net 
proceeds received or receivable from management under this scheme.

On 21 February 2017, Metroglass launched an employee share purchase scheme for New Zealand employees. This Scheme 
enabled participants to purchase either $1,000 or $2,000 worth of Metroglass shares at a 50% discount to market value 
Shares are held in trust on behalf of the participants for a minimum three year holding period until the vesting date of 
21 February 2020. Vesting conditions include ongoing employment with the Company as at the vesting date. The Company 
has provided participants with interest free loans to fund the participant contribution (being 50%) towards the acquisition 
of the shares, which is to be repaid over the three year holding period In aggregate, 348,086 shares were issued under this 
Scheme on 21 February 2017 at an issue price of $1.54 

Long Term Incentive Plans

The Group currently has a long term incentive plan for selected employees. The plan participants are members of the senior 
leadership team and other selected senior managers.

The plan is designed to secure those employees’ retention in Metro Performance Glass and to reward performance that 
underpins the achievement of Metro Performance Glass’ business strategy and long term shareholder wealth creation. 
Participants are offered an annual award of a specified number of both performance rights and share options in Metro 
Performance Glass (in accordance with the plan rules). 

The performance rights enable participants to acquire shares in Metro Performance Glass with no consideration payable, 
subject to Metro Glass achieving set performance hurdles and meeting certain vesting conditions.

The share options enable participants to acquire shares in Metro Performance Glass at a market based exercise price, 
subject to Metro Glass achieving set performance hurdles and meeting certain vesting conditions.

In the event that the respective performance hurdles are not met on the vesting date, retesting will be permitted after 
a further six and twelve months from the measurement date.

The below share options and performance share rights have been issued.

Date Issued

7-Dec-15

10-Jun-16

25-May-17

Number of Options

Number of PSR

Options Exercise Price

Vesting Date

822,159

706,663

1,584,696

120,791

169,872

396,172

$1.60

$1.73

$1.35

7-Dec-17

10-Jun-19

25-May-20

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)METRO PERFORMANCE GLASS LIMITEDANNUAL REPORT 2018Accounting policy

Ordinary shares are classified as equity.

Incremental costs directly attributable to the issue of new shares or acquiring its own shares are shown in equity as a 
deduction, net of tax, from the proceeds.

Dividends

Provision is made for the amount of any dividend declared on or before the end of the financial year but not distributed at 
balance date.

Dividend distribution to the Group shareholders is recognised as a liability in the Group’s financial statements in the period 
in which the dividends are declared by the Board.

Metro Performance Glass paid fully imputed dividends of 7.6 cents per share in 2018 (7.6 cents per share in 2017).

CAPITAL RISK MANAGEMENT

The Group and the parent entity’s objectives when managing capital are to safeguard their ability to continue as a going 
concern, so that they can continue to provide returns for shareholders and benefits for other stakeholders and to maintain 
an optimal capital structure to reduce the cost of capital.

In order to maintain or adjust the capital structure, the Group may adjust the amount of dividends paid to shareholders, 
return capital to shareholders, issue new shares or sell assets to reduce debt.

The Group monitors capital on the basis of the gearing ratio. The Group gearing ratio at 31 March 2018 was as follows:

Bank borrowings

Less: cash and cash equivalents

Plus: bank overdraft

Net debt

Equity

Gearing ratio

CONSOLIDATED CONSOLIDATED

2018
$’000

90,818 

(360)

3,857

94,315 

2017
$’000

94,736 

(1,620)

1,372

94,488 

160,336 

156,495 

37.0%

37.6%

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)6. OTHER

6.1 INCOME TAXATION

Profit before income taxation

Income taxation expense at the Group’s effective tax rate

Tax effect of non-deductible items

Non assessable income

Prior year adjustment

Income tax expense

Represented by:

Current taxation

Deferred taxation

Imputation Credit Account

The amount of imputation credits at balance date available for future distributions is $6.8m at 31 March 2018, $5.7m at 
31 March 2017.

6.2 DEFERRED TAXATION

Consolidated deferred tax assets and liabilities are attributable to the following;

Property, plant & equipment

Inventory and receivables

Cash flow hedge

Intangibles

Provisions and accruals

Property, plant & equipment

Inventory and receivables

Cash flow hedge

Intangibles

Provisions and accruals

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CONSOLIDATED

2018

Liabilities
$’000

(1,006)

–

–

(2,508)

–

(3,514)

CONSOLIDATED

2017

Liabilities
$’000

(973)

– 

– 

(3,212)

(9)

(4,194)

Assets
$’000

–

74 

346 

–

2,663

3,083

Assets
$’000

– 

64 

387 

77 

2,967 

3,495 

CONSOLIDATED CONSOLIDATED

2018
$’000

23,334

6,561

215 

–

280 

7,056

7,381

(325)

7,056

2017
$’000

28,927 

8,152 

429 

(2)

981 

9,560 

9,149 

411 

9,560 

Net
$’000

(1,006)

74 

346 

(2,508)

2,663

(431)

Net
$’000

(973)

64 

387 

(3,135)

2,958 

(699)

NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)METRO PERFORMANCE GLASS LIMITEDANNUAL REPORT 2018Movement in temporary differences during the year;

CONSOLIDATED 2018

Opening 
Balance
$’000

Arising on 
acquisition
$’000

Recognised in 
profit or loss
$’000

Recognised 
in OCI
$’000

Balance 
31 Mar 2018
$’000

(973)

64 

387 

(3,135)

2,958 

(699)

–

–

–

–

–

–

(42)

11

–

603 

(247)

325 

9

(1)

(41)

24

(48)

(57)

(1,006)

74 

346 

(2,508)

2,663

(431)

CONSOLIDATED 2017

Opening 
Balance
$’000

Arising on 
acquisition
$’000

Recognised in 
profit or loss
$’000

Recognised 
in OCI
$’000

Balance 
31 Mar 2018
$’000

(388)

84 

805 

(2,610)

1,826 

(283)

(339)

22 

– 

(942)

1,672 

413 

(246)

(42)

– 

417 

(540)

(411)

– 

– 

(418)

– 

– 

(418)

(973)

64 

387 

(3,135)

2,958 

(699)

Property, plant & equipment

Inventory and receivables

Cash flow hedge

Intangibles

Provisions and accruals

Property, plant & equipment

Inventory and receivables

Cash flow hedge

Intangibles

Provisions and accruals

Acccounting Policy

The tax expense for the period comprises current and deferred tax. Tax is recognised in profit and loss, except to the extent 
that it relates to items recognised in other comprehensive income or directly in equity. In this case, the tax is also 
recognised in other comprehensive income or directly in equity, respectively.

The current income tax charge is calculated on the basis of the tax laws enacted or substantively enacted at the statement 
of financial position date.

Deferred income tax is provided in full, using the liability method, on temporary differences arising between the tax bases of 
assets and liabilities and their carrying amounts in the financial statements. However, deferred income tax is not accounted 
for if it arises from initial recognition of an asset or liability in a transaction other than a business combination that at the 
time of the transaction affects neither accounting nor taxable profit or loss. No deferred tax liability was recognised on 
initial recognition of goodwill. Deferred income tax is determined using tax rates (and laws) that have been enacted or 
substantively enacted by the statement of financial position date and are expected to apply when the related deferred 
income tax asset is realised or the deferred income tax liability is settled.

Deferred income tax assets are recognised to the extent that it is probable that future taxable profit will be available 
against which the temporary differences can be utilised.

Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are offset when there is a legally enforceable right to offset current tax assets 
against current tax liabilities and when the deferred income tax assets and liabilities relate to income tax levied by the same 
taxation authority on either the same taxable entity or different taxable entities where there is an intention to settle the 
balances on a net basis.

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)6.3 GROUP RESERVES

Group Reorganisation Reserve

Upon acquisition of Metroglass Holdings Limited in July 2014, the assets and liabilities acquired were measured at their 
pre-combination carrying amounts without fair value uplift. The difference between the consideration transferred and the 
carrying value of the assets and liabilities acquired was recorded in the group reorganisation reserve. 

Accounting Policy

Where an acquisition occurs through group reorganisation, the identifiable assets and liabilities acquired are measured at 
their pre-combination carrying amounts without fair value uplift. No new goodwill is recorded. Any difference between the 
consideration transferred and the carrying value of the assets and liabilities acquired is recorded in equity.

Share Based Payments Reserve

The Group currently has a long term incentive plan for selected employees. The reserve is used to record the accumulated 
value of the plan which has been recognised in the statement of comprehensive income. 

Accounting Policy

The long term incentive plan is an equity settled share based payment which provides eligible employees with the 
opportunity to acquire shares in the Group. The fair value of shares granted is recognised as an employee benefit expense 
with a corresponding increase in equity. The fair value is measured at grant date and recognised over the vesting period. 
The fair value of the plan has been assessed by an independent valuer. 

Share based payments reserve

Balance at beginning of period

Movement in share based payments reserve

Closing Balance

6.4 RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS

Subsidiaries

CONSOLIDATED CONSOLIDATED

2018
$’000

381 

374 

755 

2017
$’000

50 

331 

381 

The Group’s principal subsidiaries at 31 March 2018 are set out below. Unless otherwise stated, they have share capital 
consisting solely of ordinary shares that are held directly by the group, and the proportion of ownership interest held equals 
the voting rights held by the group. The country of incorporation or registration is also their principal place of business.

Name of entity

Country of incorporation

2018 Interest

2017 Interest

Metropolitan Glass & Glazing Limited

Metroglass Finance Limited

New Zealand

New Zealand

Australian Glass Group (Holdings) Pty Limited

Australia

Australian Glass Group Finance Company Pty Limited

Australia

100%

100%

100%

100%

100%

100%

100%

100%

Directors

The names of persons who were directors of the Company at any time during the financial period are as follows: Sir John 
Goulter, Russell Chenu, Nigel Rigby, Willem Roest, Gordon Buswell, Peter Griffiths, Angela Bull and Rhys Jones.

Angela Bull was appointed on 5 May 2017. Rhys Jones was appointed on 29 March 2018. Sir John Goulter resigned on 
20 November 2017. Nigel Rigby resigned on 31 March 2018 and was entitled to $2.7m as noted in the compensation 
note below.

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)METRO PERFORMANCE GLASS LIMITEDANNUAL REPORT 2018Key management and Board of Directors compensation

Key management are members of the Executive Team. The compensation paid to key management for employee service is 
shown below; this has increased during the year due to internal promotions broadening the membership of the senior 
leadership team and the full year impact of AGG.

CONSOLIDATED CONSOLIDATED

2018
$’000

3,009 

290 

269 

2,731

6,299

2017
$’000

2,090 

457 

262 

–

2,809 

CONSOLIDATED CONSOLIDATED

2018
$’000

595 

595 

2017
$’000

505 

505 

Salaries and other short-term employee benefits

Management incentive

Share based payments

Post employment benefit

Board of Directors’ compensation

Directors fees

6.5 CONTINGENCIES

As at 31 March 2018 the Group had no contingent liabilities or assets.

6.6 COMMITMENTS

Lease commitments; as lessee.

Operating leases

The Group leases all premises. The lease terms for operating leases held over property are between 3 and 15 years, and give 
the Group the right to renew the leases subject to a mutual redetermination of the lease rental by the lessee and lessor 
based on an independent third party market rent review. There are no options to purchase in respect of plant and 
equipment held under operating leases.

Commitments for minimum lease payments in relation to  
non-cancellable operating leases are payable as follows:

Within one year

One to two years

Two to five years

Beyond five years

Commitments not recognised in the financial statements

Accounting Policy

CONSOLIDATED CONSOLIDATED

2018
$’000

2017
$’000

9,435

8,891

15,078

22,226 

55,630

8,930 

8,211 

16,855 

20,396 

54,392 

Leases in which a significant portion of the risks and rewards of ownership are retained by the lessor are classified as 
operating leases. Payments made under operating leases (net of any incentives received from the lessor) are expensed 
on a straight-line basis over the period of the lease.

6.7 SUBSEQUENT EVENTS

Subsequent to 31 March 2018, the Board has resolved to pay a final dividend of 3.8 cents per share (fully imputed). 
The dividend will be paid on 24 July 2018 to all shareholders on the company’s register as at 5.00pm, 9 July 2018.

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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)Independent auditor’s report
To the shareholders of Metro Performance Glass Limited

The consolidated financial statements comprise:


the consolidated statement of financial position as at 31 March 2018









the consolidated statement of comprehensive income for the period then ended

the consolidated statement of changes in equity for the period then ended

the consolidated statement of cashflows for the period then ended

the notes to the consolidated financial statements, which include significant accounting policies.

Our opinion
In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements of Metro Performance Glass Limited (the
Company), including its subsidiaries (the Group), present fairly, in all material respects, the financial
position of the Group as at 31 March 2018, its financial performance and its cash flows for the period
then ended in accordance with New Zealand Equivalents to International Financial Reporting
Standards (NZ IFRS) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

Basis for opinion
We conducted our audit in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (New Zealand) (ISAs
NZ) and International Standards on Auditing (ISAs). Our responsibilities under those standards are
further described in the Auditor’s responsibilities for the audit of the consolidated financial
statements section of our report.

We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for
our opinion.

We are independent of the Group in accordance with Professional and Ethical Standard 1 (Revised)
Code of Ethics for Assurance Practitioners (PES 1) issued by the New Zealand Auditing and Assurance
Standards Board and the International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants’ Code of Ethics for
Professional Accountants (IESBA Code), and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in
accordance with these requirements.

Our firm carries out other services for the Group in the areas of agreed upon procedures relating to
covenant compliance certificate and annual report, share scheme advice and executive reward services.
The provision of these other services has not impaired our independence as auditor of the Group.

PricewaterhouseCoopers, 188 Quay Street, Private Bag 92162, Auckland 1142, New Zealand
T: +64 9 355 8000, F: +64 9 355 8001, pwc.co.nz

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METRO PERFORMANCE GLASS LIMITEDANNUAL REPORT 2018Our audit approach

Overview

An audit is designed to obtain reasonable assurance whether the financial
statements are free from material misstatement.

Overall Group materiality: $1.2 million, which represents 5% of profit
before tax.

We chose profit before tax as the benchmark because, in our view, it is the
benchmark against which the performance of the Group is most commonly
measured by users, and is a generally accepted benchmark.

We have determined that there are two key audit matters:
 Goodwill impairment assessment
 Revenue recognition.

Materiality
The scope of our audit was influenced by our application of materiality.

Based on our professional judgement, we determined certain quantitative thresholds for materiality,
including the overall Group materiality for the consolidated financial statements as a whole as set out
above. These, together with qualitative considerations, helped us to determine the scope of our audit,
the nature, timing and extent of our audit procedures and to evaluate the effect of misstatements, both
individually and in aggregate on the consolidated financial statements as a whole.

Audit scope
We designed our audit by assessing the risks of material misstatement in the consolidated financial
statements and our application of materiality. As in all of our audits, we also addressed the risk of
management override of internal controls including among other matters, consideration of whether
there was evidence of bias that represented a risk of material misstatement due to fraud.

We tailored the scope of our audit in order to perform sufficient work to enable us to provide an
opinion on the consolidated financial statements as a whole, taking into account the structure of the
Group, the accounting processes and controls, and the industry in which the Group operates.

Key audit matters
Key audit matters are those matters that, in our professional judgment, were of most significance in
our audit of the consolidated financial statements of the current period. These matters were addressed
in the context of our audit of the consolidated financial statements as a whole, and in forming our
opinion thereon, and we do not provide a separate opinion on these matters.

PwC

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Key audit matter

How our audit addressed the key audit matter

Goodwill impairment assessment
Total goodwill at 31 March 2018 amounts
to $148.3 million and represents 49% of
total assets. Goodwill of $116.8 million
arose from the acquisition of Metro
Performance Glass (MPG) and $31.5
million from the acquisition of Australian
Glass Group (AGG).
Management utilised the value in use
methodology to estimate the value of the
cash generating units (CGUs) using
discounted cash flows and this value was
used in the impairment assessment of the
goodwill for each CGU. The determination
of the value of each CGU is complex and
includes key estimates and assumptions
made by management, particularly in the
following areas:


The determination that there are two
CGUs being the New Zealand business
and the Australian business.
(Financial Statement Note 2.1).







Expected future trading results for the
next 5 years.



The determination of the appropriate
discount rates used in the model being
a post-tax rate of 9.5% for both New
Zealand and Australia.

The estimated long-term growth rate -
management has applied a rate of
2.5% for both New Zealand and
Australia.

We undertook the following procedures:


Considered management’s identification of CGUs
by gaining an understanding of the business and
how it is managed.





Tested the mathematical accuracy of the value in
use calculations and comparing these to the
relevant carrying value of the CGUs.

Assessed the reasonableness of the key estimates
and assumptions below by comparing:

-

-

-

Revenue, gross profit margin, operating
expenses, EBITDA growth, CAPEX and
working capital to historic performance of the
CGU

the discount rates to similar companies in the
building materials market.

the long term growth rate to the long term
inflation forecasts.

 We engaged an auditor’s expert to review the

discount rate, the carrying value, the long term
growth and the reasonableness of EBITDA used in
the model.

Performed sensitivity analysis in particular to the
growth rates, long term growth rate and the
discount rate, using reasonably possible scenarios
to see if there is any material impact on the value
of the CGUs.

 Reviewed the disclosure in the financial

statements to ensure that this is compliant with
the requirements of the accounting standards.

From our procedures, no material exceptions noted.

A sensitivity assessment was performed on
the key assumptions using reasonably
possible scenarios and assessing the
impact on the value of the CGU.
Management concluded that there was no
impairment in the carrying value of
goodwill for each of the CGU’s.
Refer to note 4.2 in the consolidated
financial statements for further
information.

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METRO PERFORMANCE GLASS LIMITEDANNUAL REPORT 2018Key audit matter

How our audit addressed the key audit matter

Revenue recognition
The Group’s revenue primarily consists of
the sale of goods, which totalled $268.3
million in the period to 31 March 2018,
and is the most significant item in the
Group’s financial statements and therefore
requires significant audit effort.
Additionally, there is potential for
management override of controls through
posting journal entries to revenue.

Our audit procedures included:


Evaluating the processes and controls in place over
the recording of sales revenue.





For a sample of revenue transactions throughout
the period, we obtained evidence that the
transactions were valid and recognised in the
correct financial period. We validated that the date
on which revenue was recognised was appropriate
by examining:

-

-

-

The associated invoice

The terms of the sales contract

The relevant proof of revenue occurrence

For those transactions, we obtained a
confirmation of the amount from the
customer, or evidence that the amount was
received by the Group subsequent to period-
end.

Identifying manual journals posted to revenue
during the period and obtained evidence that
significant journals were appropriate with
reference to the applicable accounting standards.

From our procedures, no material exceptions noted.

Information other than the financial statements and auditor’s report
The Directors are responsible for the annual report. Our opinion on the consolidated financial
statements does not cover the other information included in the annual report and we do not, express
any form of assurance conclusion on the other information.

In connection with our audit of the consolidated financial statements, our responsibility is to read the
other information and, in doing so, consider whether the other information is materially inconsistent
with the consolidated financial statements or our knowledge obtained in the audit, or otherwise
appears to be materially misstated. If, based on the work we have performed on the other information
that we obtained prior to the date of this auditor’s report, we conclude that there is a material
misstatement of this other information, we are required to report that fact. We have nothing to report
in this regard.

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Responsibilities of the Directors for the consolidated financial statements
The Directors are responsible, on behalf of the Company, for the preparation and fair presentation of
the consolidated financial statements in accordance with NZ IFRS and IFRS, and for such internal
control as the Directors determine is necessary to enable the preparation of consolidated financial
statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.

In preparing the consolidated financial statements, the Directors are responsible for assessing the
Group’s ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going
concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless the Directors either intend to liquidate
the Group or to cease operations, or have no realistic alternative but to do so.

Auditor’s responsibilities for the audit of the consolidated financial statements
Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated financial
statements, as a whole, are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to
issue an auditor’s report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance,
but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with ISAs NZ and ISAs will always detect
a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are
considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence
the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these consolidated financial statements.

A further description of our responsibilities for the audit of the consolidated financial statements is
located at the External Reporting Board’s website at:

https://www.xrb.govt.nz/standards-for-assurance-practitioners/auditors-responsibilities/audit-
report-1/

This description forms part of our auditor’s report.

Who we report to
This report is made solely to the Company’s shareholders, as a body. Our audit work has been
undertaken so that we might state those matters which we are required to state to them in an auditor’s
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 shareholders, as a body, for our
audit work, for this report or for the opinions we have formed.

The engagement partner on the audit resulting in this independent auditor’s report is Jonathan
Skilton.

For and on behalf of:

Chartered Accountants
24 May 2018

Auckland

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METRO PERFORMANCE GLASS LIMITEDANNUAL REPORT 2018CORPORATE GOVERNANCE AND 
STATUTORY INFORMATION

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CORPORATE GOVERNANCE

Metro Performance Glass’ (Metroglass, 
the Company) Board and Senior Leadership 
Team (SLT) recognise the importance of 
sound corporate governance and consider 
it core to ensuring the creation, protection 
and enhancement of shareholder value. 
Together, the Board and SLT are committed 
to making sure that the Company applies 
and adheres to practices and principles 
that ensure good governance and maintain 
the highest ethical standards to protect 
the interests of shareholders and all 
stakeholders.

5.  People and Culture Committee Charter

6.  Share Trading Policy

7.  Market Disclosure Policy

8.  Diversity and Inclusion Policy.

NZX CODE: KEY PRINCIPLES

This section sets out Metroglass’ corporate governance policies, 
practices and processes by reference to the NZX Code’s eight key 
principles and supporting recommendations.

PRINCIPLE 1: CODE OF ETHICAL BEHAVIOUR

“Directors should set high standards of ethical behaviour, 
model this behaviour, and hold management accountable for 
these standards being followed throughout the organisation.”

The information in this section is current as at 24 May 2018 and 
has been approved by the Board of Directors of Metroglass.

CODE OF ETHICS

Metroglass’ corporate governance framework clearly sets out 
how the Board is accountable to the owners of the Company and 
how it delegates responsibilities to the Chief Executive Officer 
(CEO) and the SLT. This framework has been guided by the 
recommendations set out in the NZX Corporate Governance Code 
(the NZX Code) and the requirements set out in the NZX Main 
Board Listing Rules. The Board’s view is that in the year to 
31 March 2018 (reporting period), the Company’s corporate 
governance practices and policies followed these 
recommendations and requirements with the following exception:

•  Recommendation 8.5 (Notice of Annual Shareholders Meeting). 
While the 2017 Notice of Annual Shareholders Meeting was 
posted more than 20 days ahead of the meeting held on 
24 August 2017 in accordance with NZX Main Board Listing 
Rules, it was posted less than 28 days ahead of the meeting as 
recommended by the NZX Code. The Company intends to comply 
with this new recommendation in the 2019 financial year.

Metroglass’ shares are also listed on the Australian Securities 
Exchange (ASX) and have been granted ASX Foreign Exempt Listing 
status. This status means that the ASX requires the Company to 
comply with the NZX Main Board Listing Rules, but only a specific 
subset of the ASX Listing Rules.

This statement reflects a summary of the Company’s corporate 
governance framework, policies and procedures and how they 
comply with the NZX Code. The full corporate governance 
framework has been approved by the Board and is available 
in the Investor Centre section of the Company’s website at 
http://www.metroglass.co.nz/investor-centre/governance/ 
and includes:

1.  Constitution

2.  Code of Ethics

3.  Board Charter

4.  Audit and Risk Committee Charter

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Metroglass has a Code of Ethics that establishes a framework 
of standards by which the Directors, employees, contractors 
and advisors of Metroglass and its related companies are 
expected to carry out their responsibilities. It is not an exhaustive 
list of acceptable behaviour; rather it facilitates decision-making 
that is consistent with Metroglass’ values, business goals and legal 
and policy obligations. It requires Metroglass’ employees to:

•  Act honestly and with personal integrity in all actions

•  Undertake proper receipt and use of corporate information, 

assets and property

•  Adhere to procedures around confidentiality, conflicts of 

interest, gift giving, and whistleblowing 

•  Comply with all law and Metroglass policies. 

The Code of Ethics also imposes a number of obligations on 
Directors, including requirements that they give proper attention 
to the matters before them; be up to date on their regulatory, 
legal, fiduciary and ethical obligations; undertake training; manage 
breaches of the Code of Ethics; and act honestly and in the best 
interests of the issuer, shareholders and stakeholders and as 
required by law.

Metroglass monitors compliance with the Code of Ethics through 
its management processes as well as through the whistleblowing 
procedures set out in the Code of Ethics and separate 
Whistleblower Protection Policy. All Directors, contractors and 
employees are informed of the content of the Code of Ethics prior 
to commencing their role and will be informed of any subsequent 
changes to the Code of Ethics. The code is reviewed at least every 
two years and was last reviewed in July 2017. 

SHARE TRADING POLICY 

The Company’s Share Trading Policy governs trading in the 
Company’s shares and any associated financial products. During 
the reporting period, the only tradable instrument Metroglass had 
was its NZX- and ASX-listed shares. However, if it were to issue 

METRO PERFORMANCE GLASS LIMITEDANNUAL REPORT 2018another class of listed securities, equivalent restrictions of the 
policy would apply to them. The policy applies to:

•  Directors, Officers and members of the Senior Leadership Team 

(SLT);

•  Any employee who reports directly to a member of the SLT or 

the Group Financial Controller; and 

•  Any other employee to whom the CEO deems the policy should 

apply.

In particular, the Policy notes that:

•  Buying or selling Metroglass’ shares is prohibited in the 

“blackout” periods set out in the policy (these periods occur 
prior to the release of the Company’s half-year and full-year 
financial result releases to the market)

•  Outside of a blackout period, consent must be obtained before 
buying or selling Metroglass shares. This consent requires 
confirmation that no material information is held. 

The policy is reviewed at least every two years and was last 
reviewed on 31 July 2017.

PRINCIPLE 2: BOARD COMPOSITION AND PERFORMANCE 

“To ensure an effective Board, there should be a balance of 
independence, skills, knowledge, experience and perspectives.”

The Board has ultimate responsibility for the strategic direction of 
Metroglass and for overseeing Metroglass’ management for the 
benefit of its shareholders. 

Metroglass’ Constitution provides for a minimum of four Directors 
and, subject to this limitation, the number of Directors to hold 
office shall be fixed from time to time by the Board. At least two 
Directors must be ordinarily residents of New Zealand and at least 
two must be Independent Directors. The Chair of the Board cannot 
be the CEO or the Chair of the Audit and Risk Committee.

The Directors bring a wide range of skills to the Board including 
expertise in corporate strategy, national and international business 
and financial management, sales, marketing, mergers and 
acquisitions, legal, capital markets, industry experience and 
corporate governance. As at 24 May 2018, the Board comprised six 
Independent Directors:

•  Peter Griffiths (Chair)

•  Angela Bull

•  Gordon Buswell

•  Russell Chenu

•  Rhys Jones

•  Bill Roest.

Director profiles and length of service are detailed on pages 10 and 
11 of this report. 

BOARD CHARTER 

The Board operates under a written Charter, which describes 
the Board’s authority, duties, responsibilities, composition and 
framework for operation. This Charter also affirms that the Board, 
in performing its responsibilities, should act at all times in a 
manner designed to create and build sustainable value for 
shareholders and in accordance with the duties and obligations 
imposed on the Board by Metroglass’ Constitution and by law. 

The Charter is reviewed at least every two years and was last 
reviewed on 28 April 2017.

Management of Metroglass on a day-to-day basis is undertaken 
by the CEO and senior managers through a set of delegated 
authorities that clearly define the CEO and senior managers’ 
responsibilities and those retained by the Board. The delegated 
authorities are set out in Metroglass’ Board and CEO Delegated 
Authority Policies. These policies are reviewed at least annually and 
were last reviewed on 29 March 2018.

The Board meets its responsibilities by receiving reports and plans 
from management and through its annual work programme. The 
Board uses committees to address issues that require detailed 
consideration. Committee work is undertaken by Directors; 
however, the Board retains ultimate responsibility for the functions 
of its committees and determines their responsibilities.

NOMINATION AND APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTORS:

The provisions regarding the election and retirement of Directors 
are contained in the Metroglass Constitution. In the year to 
31 March 2018 prospective Board members were nominated by 
the Nominations Committee, which had delegated responsibility 
to identify and recommend individuals to the Board and its 
committees and to confirm the terms thereof in relation to such 
membership. 

Effective 1 April 2018, the Nominations Committee was disbanded 
and its responsibilities were assumed by the existing Remuneration 
Committee. This committee was renamed the ‘People and Culture 
Committee’ as the Board considered this better reflected its role 
going forward (see Principle 3 Board Committees below). 

Metroglass strives to ensure that the Company has the right mix 
of skills and experience it requires to enable it to achieve its 
strategic aims in a prudent and responsible manner. The Board will 
review its composition from time to time and will identify and 
evaluate suitable individuals for appointment as a Director as and 
when an appointment is to be made. In evaluating a candidate for 
appointment as a Director, the Board will consider criteria including 
the skill sets as being required at the time as well as the 
individual’s experience and professional qualifications.

In considering a prospective Director, the Board also assesses the 
prospective Board members’ ability to exercise sound business 
judgment, their integrity and moral reputation, any potential 
conflicts of interest or legal impediments to serving as a Director, 
and their willingness and availability to commit the time required to 
serve as an effective Director of the Company. The Company is 

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CORPORATE GOVERNANCE (CONTINUED)assisted in arriving at these  judgments with external advice and a 
set of comprehensive background checks.

To support the Board in its deliberations, the Directors take into 
account a skills matrix that sets out the mix of skills and diversity 
of the Directors and evaluates whether the collective skills and 
experience of the Directors meet Metroglass’ requirements both 
now and into the future.

New Directors provide the Company with a written consent to act 
as a Director and receive a formal Letter of Appointment that sets 
out the Terms and Conditions of Appointment and Remuneration 
Schedule. It also sets out the expectations of the Company, the 
Director’s duties, responsibilities and powers, insurance and 
indemnity arrangements, and rights of access to information.

All new Board members are also provided with an extensive briefing 
on the Company and industry-related matters within a thorough 
induction process. This induction covers topics such as: the 
Company’s financial position, strategies, operations and risk 
management policies. It also covers the responsibilities of key 
people, policies and procedures, as well as the respective rights, 
duties, responsibilities and roles of the Board, individual Directors 
and senior executives.

SELECTION OF CHAIR:

The Metroglass Constitution provides that the Directors may elect 
a Chairperson of the Company and also determine the period for 
which the Chairperson is to hold office. Peter Griffiths is an 
Independent Director and is currently the appointed Chairperson.

RETIREMENT AND RE-ELECTION:

The Company’s Constitution and NZX Main Board Listing Rules 
require a newly appointed Director to stand for election at the 
next Annual Shareholders’ Meeting (ASM). Peter Griffiths and 
Angela Bull (appointed to the Board during the 2017/2018 financial 
years) and Bill Roest (having retired by rotation) were elected as 
Directors of Metro Performance Glass Limited at the Company’s 
ASM on 24 August 2017. Sir John Goulter retired by rotation and 
was re-elected at the meeting but subsequently retired from the 
Board in November 2017. Nigel Rigby resigned his role as Executive 
Director and CEO also effective 31 March 2018.

2018 Annual Shareholders’ Meeting
Rhys Jones was appointed to the Board on 1 April 2018 and must 
stand for election at the 2018 ASM. In addition, Russell Chenu and 
Gordon Buswell will retire by rotation and stand for re-election. 
Profiles for each Director up for election will be contained in the 
Notice of Meeting mailed to shareholders before the ASM and will 
also be available in the Investor Centre section of the Company’s 
website at http://www.metroglass.co.nz/investor-centre/
annual-shareholders-meeting.

The 2018 Annual Shareholders’ Meeting will be held on 24 August 
2018 in Auckland. The time and place will be provided by notice to all 
the Company’s shareholders nearer to that date.

DIRECTOR INDEPENDENCE:

Directors are considered to be independent if they are non-
executive and do not have an interest or relationship that could or 
could be perceived to unreasonably influence their decisions 
relating to the Company or interfere with their ability to act in the 
Company’s best interests. An individual being appointed as an 
Independent Director must be independent according to NZX 
definitions and not have any disqualifying relationships as defined 
in the Board Charter.

The Board will review any determination it makes as to a Director’s 
independence on becoming aware of any information that may have 
an impact on the independence of the Director. For this purpose, 
Directors are required to ensure that they immediately advise the 
Board of any relevant new or changed relationships to enable the 
Board to consider and determine the materiality of these 
relationships.

As at 24 May 2018, all six of the Directors are considered by the 
Board to be Independent Directors in accordance with the NZX 
Main Board Listing Rules. Information in respect of each Director’s 
ownership interests are detailed on page 68 of this report. 
Metroglass Directors are not formally required to own Metroglass 
shares but are encouraged to do so.

DIRECTOR TRAINING:

The Company encourages Directors to continue to develop their 
knowledge and skills as a Director. With the prior approval from the 
Chair, Directors may attend appropriate courses or seminars for 
continuing education at the Company’s cost.

BOARD, DIRECTOR AND COMMITTEE EVALUATION:

In accordance with the Board and Committee Charters, the Board 
annually reviews its performance, policies and practices. It also 
reviews annually the performance of each Director and Board 
committees. These reviews are carried out both formally and 
informally. 

The last full Board performance review was completed in May 2017 
with the assistance of governance services firm Propero 
Consulting, and the Audit and Risk Committee was last reviewed in 
February 2018. The newly formed People and Culture Committee 
will undertake a review in the coming 12 months.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION:

Metroglass and its Board believe that an equal opportunity 
workplace in which differences in gender, age, colour, race, 
nationality, religion, sexual orientation, physical ability, marital 
status, experience and perspective are well represented, results in 
a competitive advantage and helps the Company to better connect 
with its diverse set of customers and other stakeholders. 

The Company believes that an ability to attract and retain a 
diverse and inclusive workforce broadens the recruitment pool of 
high-calibre candidates, enhances innovation and improves 
business performance. Accordingly, Metroglass’ commitment to 
diversity means ensuring that every individual has the chance to 

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METRO PERFORMANCE GLASS LIMITEDANNUAL REPORT 2018CORPORATE GOVERNANCE (CONTINUED)perform to their full potential and that no individual faces barriers or is excluded from a position, for which they are skilled 
and qualified, by inappropriate systems, practices or attitudes.

A copy of the Company’s Diversity and Inclusion Policy is available in the Corporate Governance section of the Company’s 
website. The Policy is reviewed at least annually and was last reviewed on 23 May 2018.

Metroglass is committed to providing an inclusive and diverse environment throughout the Company. The Company’s current 
Diversity and Inclusion objectives are:

•  Ensure that Metroglass’ workforce reflects the diversity of its stakeholder community

• 

Increase the understanding and acceptance of difference

•  Ensure female candidates are identified for all Board and senior management vacancies.

In 2017 the Board approved three strategic initiatives to advance the Company’s diversity objectives in the 2018 financial 
year. The table below details these initiatives and Metroglass’ progress against them.

Initiative 

Progress made

Survey the Company’s current workforce to collect baseline 
diversity and inclusiveness data.

This survey is due for completion in the first half of FY19 and 
summarised results will be included in the 2019 Annual Report. 
Board and SLT diversity data is included in the tables below. 

Develop a diversity and inclusiveness training programme and roll 
this out incrementally to all senior managers and staff.

The Company’s senior managers undertook diversity and inclusion 
training this year, with further training planned in the coming year.

Record and report details of candidate diversity in the 
recruitment process for Board and senior management positions, 
endeavouring to ensure that female candidates are identified for 
these positions.

25% of Board and senior management roles recruited for in the 
past financial year had a successful female candidate and 38% 
had at least one short listed female candidate who was interviewed.

A number of significant female appointments have been made 
during the past financial year, including a Board member and 
the Group Financial Controller. In addition, two female senior 
managers were promoted to the SLT.

The Company’s targets for the 2019 financial year are:

1.  Continue to strive to ensure strong female candidates are identified in the recruitment process for all Board and senior 

management roles;

2.  Roll out the second phase of the Company’s diversity and inclusiveness training programme to all senior managers, with 

other staff to follow incrementally; and

3.  Survey the Company’s current workforce to collect baseline diversity and inclusiveness data, and report summarised 

results in the FY19 Annual Report.

DIVERSITY 

As at 31 March 2018 (and 31 March 2017 for the prior comparative period), the mix of gender among the Company’s Board 
and SLT were:

31 March 2018

Board 

Senior Leadership Team

31 March 2017

Board 

Senior Leadership Team

Female 

Male

Total

% Female

1

2

5

6

6

8

17%

25%

Female 

Male

Total

% Female

0

0

6

6

6

6

0%

0%

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CORPORATE GOVERNANCE (CONTINUED)PRINCIPLE 3: BOARD COMMITTEES 

“The Board should use committees where this will enhance its effectiveness in key areas, while still 
retaining Board responsibility.”

In the year to 31 March 2018, the Board had three standing committees, being the Audit and Risk Committee, 
the Nominations Committee and the Remuneration Committee. 

BOARD AND COMMITTEE COMPOSITION AND ATTENDANCE 12 MONTHS TO 31 MARCH 2018 

Board 
meetings 
attended

12

12/12 (c)

11/11

12/12

12/12

0/0

12/12

7/8

11/12

Audit and Risk 
Committee 
meetings 
attended

Remuneration 
Committee 
meetings 
attended

Nominations 
Committee 
meeting 
attended

Appointed/Resigned

6

1/1

6/6 (c)

6/6

4/5

3

2

3/3 (c)

3/3

Appointed: 02/09/16

Appointed: 05/05/17

Appointed: 07/10/15

Appointed: 05/07/14

Appointed: 01/04/18

2/2

Appointed: 05/07/14

2/2 (c)

Appointed: 05/01/14
Resigned: 20/11/17

Appointed: 05/01/14
Resigned: 31/03/18

Meetings held

SITTING DIRECTORS

Peter Griffiths 

Angela Bull

Gordon Buswell

Russell Chenu

Rhys Jones

Willem (Bill) Roest

PAST DIRECTORS

Sir John Goulter

Nigel Rigby

(c) indicates Chair.

Committee composition effective 1 April 2018
The Board periodically reviews the need for additional committees. Each committee operates under charters approved by 
the Board, and any recommendation committee members make are directed to the Board. They do not make decisions on 
behalf of the Company in their own right.

Effective 1 April 2018, the Nominations Committee was disbanded and its responsibilities were assumed by the existing 
Remuneration Committee. This committee was renamed the ‘People and Culture Committee’ as the Board considered this 
better reflected its role going forward.

The composition of the committees was refreshed, including the change of Audit and Risk Committee Chair from Russell 
Chenu to Bill Roest. The Board’s committees and their members as at 24 May 2018 were: 

•  Audit and Risk Committee: Bill Roest (Chair), Russell Chenu and Peter Griffiths; and

•  People and Culture Committee: Angela Bull (Chair), Gordon Buswell and Rhys Jones.

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METRO PERFORMANCE GLASS LIMITEDANNUAL REPORT 2018CORPORATE GOVERNANCE (CONTINUED)AUDIT AND RISK COMMITTEE:

PRINCIPLE 4: REPORTING AND DISCLOSURE 

The Audit and Risk Committee is responsible for overseeing the 
risk management framework (including treasury and financing 
policies), treasury, insurance, accounting and audit activities of 
Metroglass. It reviews the adequacy and effectiveness of internal 
controls, meets with, and reviews the performance of external 
auditors, oversees internal audit matters, reviews the consolidated 
financial statements, and makes recommendations on financial and 
accounting policies.

Members of the Audit and Risk Committee are appointed by the 
Board and comprise a minimum of three members who are each 
non-executive Directors of Metroglass. A majority of members 
must be Independent Directors and at least one Director must 
have an accounting or financial background.

Employees of Metroglass only attend meetings of the Audit and 
Risk Committee at the invitation of the committee. The Audit and 
Risk Committee Charter is reviewed at least every two years and 
was last reviewed on 28 April 2017.

PEOPLE AND CULTURE COMMITTEE:

The Metroglass Board renamed the Remuneration Committee the 
‘People and Culture Committee’ on 1 April 2018 and expanded its 
responsibilities to include those of the former Nominations 
Committee. 

The People and Culture Committee’s mandate is to assist the 
Board in ensuring the elements of people, organisation and culture 
support the Company’s strategy and business plan. 

The committee achieves its goals by reviewing and considering: the 
capability of the organisation at senior levels and in any identified 
key roles; the remuneration strategy required to secure the 
desired level of organisational capability; the nominations process 
for the appointment and succession planning of the CEO and the 
Board; and Company policies that relate to people. 

The People and Culture Committee is comprised of at least two, 
and not more than four, Independent Directors. Employees of 
Metroglass only attend meetings at the invitation of the 
committee. The People and Culture Committee Charter is reviewed 
at least every two years and was first approved by the Board on 
23 May 2018.

TAKEOVER PROTOCOL

Metroglass has put in place protocols for the Board to follow 
in the event of a takeover offer for the Company. The protocol 
is reviewed at least every two years and was adopted on 
24 August 2017.

“The Board should demand integrity in financial and 
non-financial reporting, and in the timeliness and balance 
of corporate disclosures.”

Metroglass is committed to providing financial reporting that 
is balanced, clear and objective and informs shareholders 
(both current and prospective) and market participants of all 
information that might have a material effect on the price of 
its traded financial products. 

The quality, integrity and timeliness of external reporting and 
the Company’s compliance with the disclosure and reporting 
obligations imposed under the Listing Rules of NZX, ASX, the 
Companies Act and other relevant legislation are overseen by the 
Audit and Risk Committee. 

The Company’s full-year statements, which have been prepared in 
accordance with the relevant financial standards, are set out on 
pages 16 to 43 of this Annual Report. 

MARKET DISCLOSURE POLICY

The Board has adopted a Market Disclosure Policy, available in the 
Corporate Governance section of the Company’s website, which 
sets out how the Company will comply with its disclosure and 
reporting obligations. 

Metroglass is committed to ensuring the timely disclosure of 
material information about the Metroglass Group and to making 
sure that the Company complies with NZX Main Board Listing 
Rules. The Board considers at each Board meeting whether any 
information discussed at the meeting requires disclosure.

The policy is reviewed at least every two years and was last 
reviewed on 26 October 2016.

CHARTERS AND POLICIES

The key corporate governance documents referred to in this 
section, including policies and charters, are available in the 
Investor Centre section of the Company’s website at:  
http://www.metroglass.co.nz/investor-centre/governance/. 

NON-FINANCIAL REPORTING

Metroglass provides non-financial disclosures on matters 
including operational priorities for the year, risk management, 
health and safety, and diversity. 

At this time, the Company does not report under a recognised 
environmental, social and governance (ESG) framework, but 
aims to provide non-financial information that would be useful 
to its stakeholders. 

In the coming year, Metroglass will seek to better understand 
the material ESG issues for the Company and determine the 
importance that both the business and external stakeholders 
place on them.

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CORPORATE GOVERNANCE (CONTINUED)PRINCIPLE 5: REMUNERATION

HEALTH AND SAFETY

“The remuneration of directors and executives should be 
transparent, fair and reasonable.”

The Metroglass Board believes its practices ensure fair and 
reasonable remuneration. The Company’s remuneration policies are 
aimed at ensuring that the remuneration of Directors and all staff 
properly reflects each person’s accountabilities, duties, 
responsibilities and their level of performance. They are also aimed 
at making sure that remuneration is competitive in attracting, 
motivating and retaining staff of the highest calibre.

The Board’s People and Culture Committee has a formal Charter. 
Its membership and role are set out under Principle 3 above. 

The Company’s remuneration policies and disclosures are covered in 
the Remuneration section on pages 59 to 63 of this Annual Report. 

PRINCIPLE 6: RISK MANAGEMENT

“Directors should have a sound understanding of the material 
risks faced by the issuer and how to manage them. The Board 
should regularly verify that the issuer has appropriate 
processes that identify and manage potential and material 
risks.”

The identification and effective management of the Company’s 
risks is a priority of the Board. It is responsible for: 

a)  Identifying the principal risks of Metroglass’ business;

The health and safety of the Company’s staff, contractors and 
customers is of paramount concern to the Board. Accordingly, all 
regular Board meetings and risk reviews specifically look at health 
and safety matters. The Company maintains a Health and Safety 
risk register for both New Zealand and Australia. This is reviewed 
annually and revised periodically against key risks.

During the past financial year, the Company has worked to shift 
the emphasis of its health and safety activities and reporting to 
the lead indicators that will drive proactive and safety-focused 
thinking and behaviour along with identification, monitoring and 
mitigation of workplace risks.

In view of the customer, manufacturing and glazing focus of the 
business, and the nature of the Company’s products, key risks are 
strains, sprains, contusions and lacerations resulting from the 
manual aspect of its work processes. Metroglass mitigates these 
risks by automating activities where possible and by training staff 
and contractors in correct manual handling practices. 

All of the Company’s New Zealand properties are certified under 
the Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) Partnership 
Programme at a tertiary level. Each of the seven major 
manufacturing facilities across New Zealand and Australia is 
supported by a Safety Manager who reports to senior 
management.

Group health and safety performance

FY18

FY17

9.6 (25 injuries)

8.5 (19 injuries)

37.4 (97 injuries)

40.1 (90 injuries)

b)  Reviewing and ratifying Metroglass’ systems of internal 

compliance and control, risk management and legal compliance, 
to determine the integrity and effectiveness of those systems; 
and

LTIFR

TRIFR

Definitions:

c)  Approving and monitoring internal and external financial and 

•  Lost-Time Injury Frequency Rate (LTIFR) is measured by 

other reporting, including reporting to shareholders, the NZX, 
the ASX and other stakeholders.

calculating the number of injuries resulting in at least one full 
work day lost per million hours worked; and

The Board has established an Audit and Risk Committee 
responsible for ensuring that effective risk management systems 
and internal controls are in place, including reviewing material risk 
exposures and the steps management has taken to monitor, 
control and report such exposures. 

The Board has made the CEO accountable for all operational and 
compliance risks across the Group including health and safety (see 
below). The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) has management 
accountability for the implementation of the risk framework across 
all the Company’s businesses.

As part of its risk management framework Metroglass continually 
assesses risks against all relevant areas of material business risk. 
Metroglass’ main risks and mitigation plans are reviewed every six 
months by the Audit and Risk Committee. 

•  Total Reportable Incident Frequency Rate (TRIFR) is measured 
by calculating the number of medical treatment cases and 
lost-time injuries per million hours worked. 

Metroglass believes that all injuries are preventable and that its 
people should get home safe every day. The Company is 
disappointed that the LTIFR increased during the FY18 year, after 
reductions in each of the prior two years. In line with this 
performance, the portion of short-term incentives relating to 
health and safety will not be paid this year. The majority of 
incidents in the reporting period related to muscle or  joint strains 
while lifting heavy glass, and Metroglass continuously conducts 
incident reviews to ensure that the right equipment and processes 
are in place to manage and reduce these risks.

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METRO PERFORMANCE GLASS LIMITEDANNUAL REPORT 2018CORPORATE GOVERNANCE (CONTINUED)PRINCIPLE 7: AUDITORS

PRINCIPLE 8: SHAREHOLDER RIGHTS AND RELATIONS

“The Board should ensure the quality and independence of the 
external audit process.”

The Metroglass Audit and Risk Management Committee is charged 
with overseeing all aspects of the external and internal audit of 
the Company. It does not take decisions on behalf of the Board. 
However, it has delegated responsibility for: 

EXTERNAL AUDIT 

•  Recommending the appointment and removal of the auditors; 

•  Recommending audit fees; 

•  Reviewing auditor independence and performance; 

•  Reviewing and monitoring audit service delivery; 

•  Ensuring the ability of the external auditors to carry out their 
statutory audit role and their independence is not impaired, or 
could reasonably be perceived to be impaired; and 

•  Serving as the primary contact point for auditors in relation to 
any problems, reservations or issues arising from the audit and 
referring matters of a material or serious nature to the Board.

“The Board should respect the rights of shareholders and 
foster constructive relationships with shareholders that 
encourage them to engage with the issuer.”

Metroglass endeavours to keep its shareholders informed of all 
important developments concerning the Company and encourages 
them to follow its announcements. Metroglass believes that 
effective engagement with investors will benefit both the Company 
and investors. As a result of investor feedback, Metroglass’ 
continued aim is to provide clearer communication of the 
Company’s strategic direction, including articulating Metroglass’ 
strategic priorities and how these leverage Metroglass’ 
competitive advantages.

In the 2018 financial year, Metroglass communicated with its 
shareholders using the following means:

•  Periodic market announcements, which are released first to 

NZX and ASX

•  Periodic investor briefings, which are also released first to NZX 

and ASX

•  The Annual and Interim Reports

INTERNAL AUDIT 

•  The Annual Shareholders’ Meeting and the Notice of Meeting

•  Recommending internal audit assignments; and

•  The Company’s corporate website.

•  Monitoring and reviewing the internal auditing practices;

The Company does not have a standalone internal audit function. 
External advisors are employed to evaluate and improve the 
effectiveness of the Company’s risk management and internal 
processes. Progress and results on these projects are reported 
regularly to the Audit and Risk Committee or the Board.

The Audit and Risk Committee is authorised by the Board, at 
Metroglass’ expense, to obtain such outside legal or other 
independent information and advice including market surveys and 
reports, and to consult with such management consultants and 
other outside advisors as it views necessary to carry out its 
responsibilities.

The Audit and Risk Committee meets at least three times each 
year and has direct access to Metroglass’ external and internal 
auditors and senior management. On at least one occasion each 
year, the Audit and Risk Committee meets with the external 
auditors without management present.

ANNUAL SHAREHOLDERS’ MEETING 

Shareholders have the opportunity to ask questions of the Board 
and of the external auditors, who attend the Annual Shareholders’ 
Meeting. The external auditors are available to answer questions 
from shareholders in relation to the conduct of the audit, the 
independent audit report and the accounting policies adopted 
by Metroglass.

The Company’s Chair, CFO and Investor Relations Officer currently 
lead engagement with shareholders and, in line with Metroglass’ 
market disclosure policy, aim to be responsive, to provide clear, 
accurate and timely disclosures, and to provide meaningful insight 
into the Company and the industry.

ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS:

Shareholders are encouraged to receive communications from, and 
send communications to, the Company and its security registry 
electronically. The shareholder contact point at the Company is: 
glass@metroglass.co.nz 

ANNUAL REPORT 

Metroglass’ Annual Report and Interim Reports are all available on 
the Company’s website at: http://www.metroglass.co.nz/investor-
centre/annual-interim-reports. New regulations have recently been 
introduced that change the way the Company communicates with 
its shareholders regarding Annual and Half Year Reports. As a 
result of this change, any previous instructions shareholders have 
given Metroglass regarding their choice to receive printed copies 
of the Company’s Annual and Half Year Reports no longer apply. If 
they wish to receive a printed copy of the current Annual Report 
and future Annual and Interim Reports, they can request these 
reports by contacting the Company’s share registrar, Link Market 
Services. Any shareholder who does request a hard copy of the 
Metroglass Annual Report will be sent one in the regular post. 

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CORPORATE GOVERNANCE (CONTINUED)SHAREHOLDER VOTING RIGHTS 

In accordance with the Companies Act 1993, Metroglass’ 
Constitution and the NZX Main Board Listing Rules, the Company 
refers major decisions which may change the nature of the 
Company to shareholders for approval. 

Metroglass conducts voting at its shareholder meetings by way of 
a poll and on the basis of one share, one vote. Further information 
on shareholder voting rights is set out in Metroglass’ Constitution. 

NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING 

Metroglass’ previous annual meeting was held on 24 August 2017. 
The notice of the meeting was released to the market on 8 August 
2017. From 2018, the notice of the annual meeting will also be 
posted in the Investor Centre of the Company’s website at least 
28 days prior to the meeting. The 2018 meeting will be held on 
24 August 2018 and an audio webcast of the meeting will be made 
available to shareholders.

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METRO PERFORMANCE GLASS LIMITEDANNUAL REPORT 2018CORPORATE GOVERNANCE (CONTINUED)REMUNERATION

All remuneration packages are reviewed at least annually, taking into account individual and Company performance, market 
movements and independent advice. The objective of the Company’s Remuneration Policy is to ensure that the remuneration 
of Directors and all staff properly reflects each person’s accountabilities, duties, responsibilities and their level of 
performance, to ensure that remuneration is competitive in attracting, motivating and retaining staff of the highest calibre.

DIRECTOR REMUNERATION:

The Company distinguishes the structure of non-executive Directors’ remuneration from that of executive Directors. 
Non-executive Directors are paid a fixed fee in accordance with the determination of the Board.

The total amount of remuneration and other benefits received by each Director during the year ended 31 March 2018 is set 
out below. As shown, a number of committee roles and responsibilities subsequently changed with effect from 1 April 2018.

Director

2018 Responsibilities

2018 Directors’ Fees

Standing Directors

Peter Griffiths 

Angela Bull

Gordon Buswell

Russell Chenu

Rhys Jones

Willem (Bill) Roest

Past Directors

Sir John Goulter

Nigel Rigby

Total

Chair of the Board, Chair of the Remuneration Committee

Director, Member of the Remuneration Committee

Director, Member of the Remuneration Committee

Director, Chair of the Audit and Risk Committee

Director

Director, Member of the Audit and Risk Committee and  
the Nominations Committee

Chair of the Board, Chair of the Nominations Committee, Member of the 
Audit and Risk Committee

Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer

$106,041**

$75,883

$85,000

$100,000

–*

$92,000

$127,000**

–***

$585,924

*   Rhys Jones was appointed to the Board with effect from 1 April 2018.

**   Sir John Goulter resigned from the Board on 20 November 2017, Peter Griffiths was elected as the new Chair of the Board.

***  The Executive Director (CEO) Nigel Rigby did not receive additional remuneration in his capacity as a Director. The CEO resigned from the 

Board with effect from 31 March 2018, and his remuneration is detailed separately in the Executive Remuneration section below.

In addition to the amounts mentioned above, the Company meets the expenses incurred by Directors in relation to Company 
matters, which are incidental to the performance of their duties, including travel and accommodation.

As at 31 March 2018, the Chair of the Board receives $160,000 per annum (with no additional committee fees paid) and the 
non-executive Directors receive $80,000 per annum. The Chair of the Audit and Risk Committee receives an additional 
$20,000 per annum. Other members of the Audit and Risk Committee receive an additional $10,000 per annum (excluding the 
Board Chair Peter Griffiths). The Chair and members of the People and Culture Committee receive an additional $5,000 per 
annum. Directors may also seek the Board’s approval for special remuneration should the specific circumstances  justify this. 

The Board reviews its fees on a periodic basis. The maximum aggregate amount of remuneration payable by Metroglass to 
the non-executive Directors (in their capacity as Directors) is set at $614,000. The Company formerly had a Fee Pool of 
$600,000 which contemplated five non-executive Directors. With Angela Bull being appointed as Metroglass’ sixth non-
executive Director on 5 May 2017, annualised fees increased beyond the existing Fee Pool limit. On that date, in accordance 
with NZX Listing Rule 3.5.1, the Fee Pool was increased from $600,000 to $614,000.

Directors’ fees exclude GST, where appropriate. No retirement or termination benefits are paid to non-executive Directors; 
however, Directors are entitled to be refunded for reasonable travel and other expenses incurred by them in connection 
with their attendance at Board or Shareholder meetings, or otherwise in connection with the Metroglass Group’s business. 
The Company does not offer an equity-based remuneration scheme for Directors. The Board considers that Director and 
executive remuneration is appropriate and is not excessive.

Directors and Officers also have the benefit of Directors and Officers’ liability insurance. This covers risks normally included in 
such policies arising out of acts or omissions of Directors and employees in their capacity as such. The insurance cover is 
supplemented by the provision of Director and Officer indemnities from the Company but this does not extend to criminal acts.

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REMUNERATION (CONTINUED)

EXECUTIVE REMUNERATION:

The remuneration of members of senior management (CEO, SLT 
and certain direct reports) is designed to promote a higher-
performance culture, to secure the participant’s retention in 
Metroglass and to reward performance that underpins the 
achievement of Metroglass’ business strategy and long-term 
shareholder wealth creation.

The Board is assisted in delivering its responsibilities and 
objectives for executive remuneration by the People and Culture 
Committee. The role and membership of this committee is set out 
in section 1 of the Statement of Corporate Governance.

The CEO’s performance is reviewed annually by the Board. The CEO 
reviews the performance of the SLT and makes recommendations 
to the Board for approval in relation to the team’s remuneration 
and achievement of key performance indicators (KPIs).

The Board completed a full review of the compensation structures 
of the CEO and senior management in 2015. The resulting 
remuneration structure is made up of three elements: 

•  A fixed base salary

•  A short-term incentive (STI)

•  A long-term incentive (LTI).

Short-term incentives (New Zealand):

Short-term incentives (STI) are at-risk payments designed to 
motivate and reward for performance, typically within that 
particular financial year. The target value of an STI payment is set 
annually, usually as a percentage of the participant’s base salary. 
For the 2018 financial year, the relevant percentages varied from 
10% to 50%.

The STI plans relate to achievement of annual performance 
metrics which aim to align executives to a shared set of KPIs based 
on business priorities for the next 12 months and that participants 
are able to influence. Target measurements are set on either a 
regional or a national basis depending on the participant’s position 
and role. Target areas for the shared KPIs for 2018 are outlined 
below:

Target

Weighting

FY18 Result

Earnings before interest and tax 
(EBIT) performance

Retrofit revenue growth

Express Orders Delivered-In-Full-
On-Time (Express DIFOT, being 
DIFOT achieved on reworks and 
priority orders)

Reworks

Partial 
achievement

Achieved

50%

10%

10% Not achieved

10% Not achieved

Late tail (ageing of late orders)

10%

Partial 
achievement

Health and safety

10% Not achieved

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The payable rewards for each STI KPI target are determined by the 
level of performance achieved and are calculated on a linear scale 
increasing from the ‘Minimum performance target’ and receiving 
80% of the specified reward, up to the ‘Maximum performance 
target’ and receiving 120% of the specified reward. The maximum 
performance levels (of 120%) allow employees to be rewarded for 
performance above target levels. 

All STI payments are contingent on there being no death or 
permanent material disability of any worker (exceptions may be made 
for a motor accident and acts of God as beyond management 
control). Should this occur, the Board retains discretion to determine 
the appropriate actions based on the specific circumstances.

Short-term incentives (Australia):

Australian Glass Group (AGG) had a different STI plan in the 2018 
financial year, under which eligible participants could earn up to 
a maximum of 30% of their base salary. The target areas of this 
plan were:

Target

Financial KPIs (EBITDA or EBITD 
performance)

Personal KPIs

Long-term incentives

Weighting

FY18 
Achievement

70% Not achieved

30%

Varied

The Company’s LTI plan for the 2018 financial year was announced 
on the 3 August 2017. The LTI plan is made up of both performance 
share rights and share options. The LTI is designed to secure those 
employees’ retention in Metroglass and to reward performance 
that underpins the achievement of Metroglass’ business strategy 
and long-term shareholder wealth creation. The key features of 
the 2018 LTI plan are as follows:

•  Participants will be offered an annual award of a specified 
number of both performance rights and share options in 
Metroglass (in accordance with the LTI rules)

•  The performance rights will enable participants to acquire 

shares in Metroglass with no consideration payable, subject to 
Metroglass achieving set performance hurdles and meeting 
certain vesting conditions

•  The share options enable participants to acquire shares in 
Metroglass at a market-based exercise price, subject to 
Metroglass achieving set performance hurdles and meeting 
certain vesting conditions.

A total of 1,584,696 share options and 396,172 performance 
share rights remain outstanding pursuant to the 2017 LTI plan 
as at 23 May 2018. 

2017 NZ Employee Share Purchase Scheme (Scheme)

On 21 February 2017, Metroglass launched an employee share 
purchase scheme for New Zealand-based employees. This scheme 
enabled participants to purchase either $1,000 or $2,000 worth of 
Metroglass shares at a 50% discount to market value. Shares are 
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METRO PERFORMANCE GLASS LIMITEDANNUAL REPORT 2018REMUNERATION (CONTINUED)

holding period until the vesting date of 21 February 2020. Vesting conditions include ongoing employment with the Company as at 
the vesting date. The Company provided participants with interest-free loans to fund the participant contribution (being 50%) 
towards the acquisition of the shares, which is to be repaid over the three-year holding period. In aggregate, 348,086 shares were 
issued under this scheme on 21 February 2017 at an issue price of $1.54. 

Metroglass intends to launch a second iteration of the 2017 share purchase scheme during the 2019 financial year. 

Chief Executive Officer’s Remuneration:

As announced on 14 December 2017, Metroglass’ CEO Nigel Rigby resigned with effect from 31 March 2018. Following his 
departure, Mr Rigby received a final gross payment totalling $2,859,618, made up of:

•  His contractual entitlements of one year’s salary;

•  Consideration for extending his restraint of trade to two years;

•  A one-off incentive payment as explained below (no portion of the annual STI or LTI schemes was paid);

•  Employer KiwiSaver contributions; and

•  Outstanding holiday pay.

The Board determined that a one-off incentive payment was to be awarded to Mr Rigby, proportionate to delivery against a 
set of performance criteria before his departure. The criteria covered the delivery of the capital installation programme and 
the Company’s manufacturing improvement plan. 

Mr Rigby was also required to repay an outstanding employee loan in April 2018 relating to the purchase of company shares, 
totalling $1,335,000.

Remuneration for the years ended 31 March 2018 and 31 March 2017

Financial year

FY18

FY17

FIXED REMUNERATION

Salary Other benefits*

Total fixed 
remuneration

$550,000

$500,000

$20,385

$18,555

$570,385

$518,555

*   Other benefits include medical insurance and KiwiSaver. The Executive Director was not eligible to participate in the 2017 New Zealand 

Employee Share Purchase Scheme. 

Description of Chief Executive Officer’s remuneration for performance for the year ended 31 March 2018

Plan

STI

LTI

Description

Set at 50% of fixed remuneration for FY18 
on-plan performance, up to a maximum of 
1.2 times (equal to 60% of fixed 
remuneration), where the highest levels of 
STI targets are achieved.

Performance measures

50%: EBIT performance

10%: Retrofit revenue growth

10%: Express DIFOT

10%: Reworks

10%: Late tail

10%: Health and safety

The first vesting date was 7 December 2017; 
however, to date all instruments have been 
‘out of the money’ and none have been 
exercised.

75% share options require that Metroglass’ Total 
Shareholder Return (TSR) must exceed a compound 
annual pre-tax rate that is 1% above the Company’s 
cost of equity.

25% performance share rights measured against NSX 
50 group TSR hurdle.

One-off 
incentive

Payment dependent on delivery against a 
set of performance criteria before the 
CEO’s departure from the Company.

Criteria included: delivery of the capital installation 
programme and progress in the Company’s 
manufacturing improvement plan.

Percentage of 
maximum awarded

Not entitled to 
FY18 STI following 
resignation.

All LTI 
instruments 
issued within the 
past 3 years 
lapsed upon 
departure.

82%

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Financial year of STI payment

FY19

FY18

FY17

PAY FOR PERFORMANCE: SHORT-TERM INCENTIVES

Relevant 
performance period 

% STI awarded 
against maximum

FY18

FY17

FY16

0%

10%

67%

STI paid

$0*

$28,563

$201,062

*A separate one-off incentive payment awarded to the CEO will be paid in the 2019 financial year as noted above.

FY18

FY17

FY16

PAY FOR PERFORMANCE: LONG-TERM INCENTIVES

LTI 
(initial grant values)*

% LTI vested  
against maximum

Span of LTI 
performance periods

125,000

125,000

125,000

n/a**

08/06/ – 08/06/20

n/a** 10/06/16 – 10/06/19

100% 07/12/15 – 07/12/17

*  These are LTI grant values (not payments), which require relevant hurdles to be met over specific performance periods. Performance with 

regard to the FY18 LTI scheme will be tested in the FY20 year.

** None available for vesting.

Chief Executive Officer’s LTI movements for the year ended 31 March 2018 – Performance Rights

FY16 issue
(March 2016)

FY17 issue
(July 2016)

FY18 issue
(August 2017)

Balance 1 April 2017

31,888

30,048

Granted

Exercised

Forfeited

Balance 31 March 2018

Vested and exercisable at 31 March 2018

Vesting date

0

0

0

31,888

31,888

0

0

30,048

0

0

0

41,118

0

41,118

0

0

07/12/17

10/06/19

08/06/20

Chief Executive Officer’s LTI movements for the year ended 31 March 2018 – Share Options

FY16 issue
(March 2016)

FY17 issue
(July 2016)

FY18 issue
(August 2017)

Balance 1 April 2016

426,136

375,000

Granted

Exercised

Forfeited

Balance 31 March 2017

Vested and exercisable at 31 March 2018

Vesting date

Exercise price

0

0

0

426,136

426,136

07/12/17

$1.60

62

0

0

0

493,421

0

375,000

493,421

0

0

0

0

10/06/19

08/06/20

$1.73

$1.35

Total

61,936

41,118

0

71,166

31,888

31,888

Total

801,136

493,421

0

868,421

426,136

426,136

METRO PERFORMANCE GLASS LIMITEDANNUAL REPORT 2018REMUNERATION (CONTINUED)

Employees Remuneration:

The number of employees or former employees (including 
employees holding office as Directors of subsidiaries) who received 
remuneration and other benefits in their capacity as employees, 
the value of which was at or in excess of $100,000 and was paid to 
those employees during the financial year ended 31 March 2018, is 
specified in the table below.

The remuneration figures shown in the “Remuneration” column 
include all monetary payments actually paid during the course of 
the 2018 financial year. This includes salary, STI payments that were 
paid during the year, and the value of performance share rights 
and share options (LTI) expensed during the financial year. 
Remuneration shown below includes settlement payments and 
payments in lieu of notice with respect to certain employees upon 
their departure from the Company, but does not include any 
amounts paid post 31 March 2018 that relate to the year ended 
31 March 2018.

The number of employees with remuneration of greater than 
$100,000 increased in the 2018 financial year. This is primarily a 
result of having owned Australian Glass Group for the full 12 
months, whereas the 2017 Annual Report reflected remuneration 
paid to AGG employees for the seven months post AGG’s 
acquisition in September 2016.

Remuneration

100,000 – 110,000

110,000 – 120,000

120,000 – 130,000

130,000 – 140,000

140,000 – 150,000

150,000 – 160,000

160,000 – 170,000

170,000 – 180,000

180,000 – 190,000

190,000 – 200,000

200,000 – 210,000

210,000 – 220,000

220,000 – 230,000

230,000 – 240,000

240,000 – 250,000

290,000 – 300,000

460,000 – 470,000

480,000 – 490,000

600,000 – 610,000

620,000 – 630,000

Number of 
employees

30

11

13

14

6

4

3

5

1

3

0

1

2

1

2

1

1

1

1

1

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STOCK EXCHANGE LISTING
Metroglass’ shares are listed on the New Zealand Stock Exchange (NZX) and Australian Stock Exchange (ASX).

Shares on issue as at 1 May 2018:

Register

New Zealand

Australia

Total

Securities issued, and still outstanding, under the 2016, 2017 and 2018 LTI plans: 

Long-Term Incentive Scheme

2016 Performance Share Rights

2016 Share Options

2017 Performance Share Rights

2017 Share Options

2018 Performance Share Rights

2018 Share Options

Security

Holders

Units

MPG (NZX)

MPP (ASX)

MPG (Dual)

Security

MPG (NZX)

MPG (NZX)

MPG (NZX)

MPG (NZX)

MPG (NZX)

MPG (NZX)

3,348 

 168,446,013

97 

 16,932,073 

3,445 

 185,378,086 

Holders

4

4

12

12

29

29

Units

120,791 

822,159 

169,872

706,663

396,172

1,584,696

TOP 20 SHAREHOLDERS 
Metroglass’ top 20 registered shareholders as at 1 May 2018 were as follows: 

Rank Investor Name

Footnote*

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

New Zealand Superannuation Fund Nominees Limited

Accident Compensation Corporation

Cogent Nominees Limited

Masfen Securities Limited

National Nominees New Zealand Limited

JBWere (NZ) Nominees Limited

Premier Nominees Limited

FNZ Custodians Limited

Nigel James Rigby

FNZ Custodians Limited

Citicorp Nominees Pty Limited

J P Morgan Nominees Australia Limited

BNP Paribas Nominees NZ Limited

Citibank Nominees (NZ) Limited

National Nominees Limited

BNP Paribas Noms Pty Limited

JP Morgan Chase Bank

Cogent Nominees (NZ) Limited

BNP Paribas Nominees Pty Limited

20

HSBC Custody Nominees (Australia) Limited

Totals: Top 20 registered holders of ordinary shares

Totals: Remaining holders’ balance

*

*

*

*

*

*

*

*

*

Shares at
5 May 2017

 14,073,071 

 12,265,000 

 11,752,889 

 8,842,667 

 6,619,493 

 6,318,915 

 5,940,477 

 5,444,835 

 5,418,401 

 4,409,370 

 4,077,276 

 3,329,005 

 3,167,986 

 2,672,433 

 2,220,242 

 2,190,223 

 2,048,042 

 2,031,273 

 1,799,395 

 1,789,915 

106,410,908

78,967,178

% of
shares

7.59%

6.62%

6.34%

4.77%

3.57%

3.41%

3.20%

2.94%

2.92%

2.38%

2.20%

1.80%

1.71%

1.44%

1.20%

1.18%

1.10%

1.10%

0.97%

0.97%

57.41%

42.60%

*  Held through New Zealand Central Securities Depository Limited (NZCSD). NZCSD provides a custodial depository service which allows electronic 
trading of securities by its members and does not have a beneficial interest in these shares. As at 1 May 2018, a total of 66,102,306 Metroglass 
shares (or 35.66% of the ordinary shares on issue) were held through NZCSD.

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SUBSTANTIAL SHAREHOLDERS

According to the records kept by the Company under the Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 the following were 
substantial holders in the Company as at 1 May 2018. Shareholders are required to disclose their holdings to Metroglass 
and to its share registrar by giving a “Substantial Shareholder Notice” when:

•  They begin to have a substantial shareholding (5% or more of Metroglass’ shares)

•  There is a subsequent movement of 1% or more in a substantial holding, or if they cease to be have a substantial holding

•  There is any change in the nature or interest in a substantial holding.

Investor name

Investment Services Group Limited*

New Zealand Superannuation Fund Nominees Limited

Devon Funds Management Limited*

Accident Compensation Corporation

Schroder Investment Management (Australia) Limited

Number of 
shares

16,143,823

13,560,455

13,303,823

12,265,000

11,535,349

%

8.71%

7.32%

7.18%

6.62%

6.22%

Date of most 
recent notice

13/04/18

03/10/17

13/04/18

13/04/18

10/07/17

* The holdings of Investment Services Group Limited are inclusive of the holdings of its subsidiary Devon Funds Management Limited.

The following shareholders ceased to be substantial shareholders during the period 6 May 2017 to 1 May 2018: Henderson 
Global Investors (Australia) Limited on 28 August 2017 and Milford Asset Management on 12 December 2017. In addition, 
Commonwealth Bank of Australia became a substantial shareholder on 8 March 2018 and ceased to be a substantial 
shareholder on 19 March 2018.

DISTRIBUTION OF SHAREHOLDERS

As at 1 May 2018:

Range

1 – 1,000

1,001 – 5,000

5,001 – 10,000

10,001 – 50,000

50,001 – 100,000

Greater than 100,000

Total

VOTING RIGHTS

Number of 
holders

Number of 
shares

292

1,092

770

1,052

121

118

213,323

3,544,190

6,236,577

24,323,363

8,699,558

142,361,075

%

0.12%

1.91%

3.36%

13.12%

4.69%

76.79%

3,445

185,378,086

100.00%

Section 15 of the Company’s Constitution states that a shareholder may vote at any meeting of shareholders in person or 
through a representative. Where voting is by a show of hands or voice, every shareholder present (or through their 
representative) has one vote. In a poll, every shareholder present (or through their representative) has one vote per 
fully-paid up share they hold. Unless the Board determines otherwise, shareholders may not exercise the right to vote at a 
meeting by casting postal votes. More detail on voting can be found in Metroglass’ Constitution at the following link:

http://www.metroglass.co.nz/media/1964/metroglass-constitution-of-the-company-29-july-2014.pdf 

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TRADING STATISTICS

Metroglass is listed on both the NZX and ASX. The trading ranges for the period 1 April 2017 to 31 March 2018 are 
as follows:

Minimum:

Maximum:

Range:

Total shares traded

DIVIDEND POLICY

NZX

NZ$0.71 (27/03/18)

NZ$1.55 (28/07/17)

NZ$0.71 - NZ$1.55

134,590,313

ASX

AU$0.66 (26/03/18)

AU$1.46 (28/07/17)

AU$0.66 - AU$1.46

13,278,349

Dividends and other distributions with respect to the shares are only made at the discretion of the Board of Metroglass. 
Any dividend can only be declared by the Board if the requirements of the Companies Act 1993 are also satisfied. The 
Board’s decision to declare a dividend (and to determine the quantum of the dividend) for shareholders in any financial year 
will depend on, amongst other things:

•  All statutory or regulatory requirements

•  The financial performance of Metro Performance Glass

•  One-off or non-recurring events

•  Metroglass capital expenditure requirements

•  The availability of imputation credits

•  Prevailing business and economic conditions

•  The outlook for all of the above

•  Any other factors deemed relevant by the Board.

Subject to the above, Metroglass intends to make dividend payments to shareholders semi-annually, in respect of half years 
ending 30 September and full years ending 31 March. The dividend is currently expected to be approximately 55% to 75% of 
NPAT before the amortisation of acquisition-related intangibles and its associated tax effect (NPATA). However, the actual 
ratio of the dividend paid to NPATA is expected to vary over time to reflect the above factors. Metroglass intends to weight 
dividends to the second half, with the first half targeting 40% to 50% of the total expected dividend for the year. However, 
the split will vary according to actual and forecast NPATA and the factors described above. It is the Board’s intention to 
attach imputation credits to dividends to the extent they are available.

In respect of the 2018 financial year, Metroglass paid a full imputed interim dividend of 3.6 cents per share on 23 January 
2018, and has declared a fully imputed final dividend of 3.8 cents per share which will be paid on 24 July 2018. 

NZX AND ASX WAIVERS

Metroglass received confirmation of waivers from ASX that are standard for a New Zealand company listed on the ASX 
(including confirmation that Metroglass may prepare and publish its financial information in accordance with New Zealand 
financial standards).

On 24 November 2015, Metroglass changed its ASX admission category from an ASX Listing to an ASX Foreign Exempt 
Listing. This change followed amendments to the ASX Listing Rules announced on 10 September 2015 that allow an entity 
with its primary listing on the NZX Main Board to alleviate its compliance burden as a dual listed entity. The ASX Foreign 
Exempt Listing category is based on a principle of substituted compliance, recognising that for secondary listings, the 
primary regulatory role and oversight rest with the home exchange. Metroglass continues to have a full listing on the NZX 
Main Board.

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DIRECTORS’ INTERESTS

Directors disclosed, under section 140(2) of the Companies Act 1993, the following interests as at 31 March 2018: 

NATURE OF INTEREST

Angela Jennifer Bull

FIFE Logistics Limited

New Zealand Institute of Economic Research

Gordon John Buswell

About Direction Limited

Building Industry Federation

Construction Strategy Group

Platinum Homes Limited

Quad Concepts Limited

Registered Master Builders Association

Russell Langtry Chenu

5R Solutions Pty Limited

CIMIC Group Limited

James Hardie Industries plc

Reliance Worldwide Corporation Limited

Peter Ward Griffiths

Challenge Petroleum Limited

Great Barrier Airlines Limited

Island Leader Limited

New Plane Co Limited

New Zealand Business and Parliament Trust

New Zealand Diving and Salvage Limited

NZDS Properties (NO 2) Limited

Shoman Limited

Wings over Whales NZ Limited

Z Energy Limited

Z Energy 2015 Limited

Rhys Jones

Vulcan Steel Limited

Vulcan Steel Pty Limited

Tru-Test Corporation Limited

Resin & Wax Holdings Limited

Willem (Bill) Jan Roest

Fisher & Paykel Appliances Holdings Limited

Housing Foundation Limited

Synlait Milk Limited

Synlait Milk Finance Limited

Shareholder

Director

Director and Shareholder

Chair

Deputy Chair

Chair

Strategic Advisor

Director

Director

Director

Director

Director

Director

Director and Shareholder

Director and Shareholder

Director and Shareholder

Chair and Trustee

Director and Shareholder

Director and Shareholder

Director and Shareholder

Director and Shareholder

Chair

Chair

Director and Shareholder

Director and Shareholder

Director

Chair and Shareholder

Director

Director

Director

Director

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DIRECTORS’ SHAREHOLDING IN METROGLASS

The Directors’ respective shareholding in Metroglass as at 24 May 2018 is as follows:

Angela Bull

Russell Chenu

Peter Griffiths

Number of shares 
directly held

Consideration 
paid

30,000

25,000*

130,500

$39,240

$42,500

$139,755

Date of acquisition

20,000 on 10/07/17 and
10,000 on 30/08/17

29/07/14

Seven dates between 16/05/16 
and 21/02/18

Willem (Bill) Roest

25,000**

$42,500

29/07/14

*   Held by Barratta Super Fund, of which Russell Chenu is the sole beneficiary.

**  Willem Jan Roest is a legal owner of the securities as a trustee of the WJ and IJ Roest Family Trust,  jointly with the other trustee, Ineke 

Joanna Henrietta Roest. Willem Jan Roest is also a beneficiary of the WJ and IJ Roest Family Trust.

Subsidiary Company Directors

The following Companies were subsidiaries of Metroglass as at 31 March 2017: 

Company

Directors

Australian Glass Group (Holdings) Pty Limited

John Fraser-Mackenzie, Brendan Simpson

Australian Glass Group Finance Company Pty Limited

John Fraser-Mackenzie, Brendan Simpson

Australian Glass Group Investment Company Pty Limited

John Fraser-Mackenzie, Brendan Simpson

Canterbury Glass & Glazing Limited

Christchurch Glass & Glazing Limited

Hawkes Bay Glass & Glazing Limited

I G M Software Limited

Metroglass Finance Limited

Metroglass Holdings Limited

Metropolitan Glass & Glazing Limited

Taranaki Glass & Glazing Limited

John Fraser-Mackenzie, Andrew Paterson

John Fraser-Mackenzie, Andrew Paterson

John Fraser-Mackenzie, Andrew Paterson

John Fraser-Mackenzie, Andrew Paterson

John Fraser-Mackenzie, Andrew Paterson

John Fraser-Mackenzie, Andrew Paterson

John Fraser-Mackenzie, Andrew Paterson

John Fraser-Mackenzie, Andrew Paterson

Section 211(2) of the Companies Act 1993 requires the Company to disclose, in relation to its subsidiaries, the total 
remuneration and value of other benefits received by the Directors and former directors, together with particulars of 
entries in the interests registers made, during the year ended 31 March 2018. No subsidiary has directors who are not 
full-time employees of the Group. The remuneration and other benefits of such employees and former employees (received 
as employees) totalling NZ$100,000 or more during the year ended 31 March 2018 are included in the relevant bandings 
for remuneration disclosed on page 63 of this Annual Report. No Group employee appointed as a director of Metro 
Performance Glass Limited or its subsidiaries receives or retains any remuneration or other benefits in their capacity as 
a director. 

During the financial year, Nigel Rigby ceased to hold office as a director of each of the eleven subsidiary companies on 
29 March 2018, and Andrew Paterson was appointed as a director of each of the eight New Zealand subsidiary companies 
on the same date.

CURRENCY

Within this Annual Report, all amounts are in New Zealand dollars unless otherwise specified.

CREDIT RATING

Metroglass has not requested a credit rating.

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REGISTERED OFFICE

5 Lady Fisher Place
East Tamaki
Auckland 2013
New Zealand

Email: glass@metroglass.co.nz 
Phone: +64 (09) 927 3000

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Peter Griffiths – Chair, Member of the Audit and 
Risk Committee 

Angela Bull – Non-Executive Director and Chair of 
the People and Culture Committee

Gordon Buswell – Non-Executive Director and 
Member of the People and Culture Committee 

Russell Chenu – Non-Executive Director and 
Member of the Audit and Risk Committee

Rhys Jones – Non-Executive Director and 
Member of the People and Culture Committee 
(appointed on 1 April 2018)

Willem (Bill) Roest – Non-Executive Director and 
Chair of the Audit and Risk Committee

SENIOR LEADERSHIP TEAM

John Fraser-Mackenzie – Chief Financial Officer 

Robyn Gibbard – Upper North Island Sales

Gareth Hamill – Metroglass Commercial Glazing – 
Lower North Island

Alex McDonald – Metroglass Operations

Barry Paterson – Metroglass Commercial Glazing 

Geoff Rasmussen – Group General Manager, 
Operations

Dayna Saunders – Metroglass Human Resources

Brendan Simpson – CEO, Australian Glass Group 

INVESTOR CALENDAR

AUDITOR

PricewaterhouseCoopers
22/188 Quay Street
Auckland 1142
New Zealand

LAWYERS

Bell Gully
Vero Centre
48 Shortland Street
Auckland 1140
New Zealand

BANKERS

ANZ Bank New Zealand Limited

Westpac New Zealand Limited

SHARE REGISTRAR

Link Market Services
Level 11, Deloitte Centre
80 Queen Street, Auckland 1010
PO Box 91976, Auckland 1142

FURTHER INFORMATION ONLINE

This Annual Report, Metroglass’ core governance 
documents, and all Company announcements can 
be viewed on its website:

http://www.metroglass.co.nz/investor-centre. 

2018 Final Dividend record date 

2018 Final Dividend payment date

9 July 2018

24 July 2018

2018 Annual Shareholders’ Meeting 

24 August 2018

2019 Half Year balance date

30 September 2018

2019 Half Year results announcement 

2019 Full Year balance date 

November 2018

31 March 2019

2019 Full Year results announcement

May 2019 

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