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ANNUAL REPORT 2016 OTTO ENERGY Alaska
Seismic acquisition 1H 2016
Drilling 2-4 wells 1H 2017
Louisiana/Gulf of Mexico
Recent discovery SMI70/71
Staged options for up to 2 more wells
Tanzania
Kito prospect
Perth
Head Office
CONTENTS
Chairman’s Report
Managing Director’s Report
Company Overview
Asset Overview
Reserves Statement
Summary of Assets
Financial Report 2016
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ANNUAL REPORT 2016 OTTO ENERGY CHAIRMAN’S
REPORT
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ANNUAL REPORT 2016 OTTO ENERGYDEAR SHAREHOLDERS,
It is my pleasure to present
the 12th Annual Report to
shareholders at the end of a year
which marks the beginning of a
new era for Otto Energy.
I would like to begin by thanking my predecessor
Rick Crabb for his long and loyal service as chairman
from 2004 until 2015. Rick provided the company
with sound and thoughtful guidance and successfully
steered the company through some exciting but also
some difficult times. The same can be said about
Rufino Bomasang (Boomie) who was instrumental in
guiding us through our activities in the Philippines
over many years.
One of the most important distinguishing features of
Otto Energy is the quality and stability of its Board
and Management which gives the company
a significant advantage over other companies of
similar size.
After the successful divestment of our stake
in Galoc and the return of $0.064 per share
(including dividends) to shareholders, the Board
and Management conducted a detailed strategic
review to determine how best to create value for all
our shareholders going forward. We read the tea
leaves correctly and decided to patiently wait for
the inevitable correction in the oil price to play out.
We used the time to evaluate over 300 investment
opportunities and eventually made two investments,
one into Alaska and one into the Gulf of Mexico.
The latter provided us with an early success with
the announcement of a commercial discovery at
SM-71 in April 2016. We expect to go into production
in mid-2017. Together with our joint venture partner
Byron Energy we plan to drill another highly
prospective opportunity in the Gulf of Mexico
(Bivouac Peak) in 2017, and similarly with our joint
venture partner Great Bear we expect to drill in
Alaska in 2017.
Our strategy going forward is to remain highly
disciplined in our evaluation of investment
opportunities, and to only invest when the risk /
reward equation justifies the investment. The energy
business will always be risky, and we cannot promise
success on every occassion, but we can promise
to be as rigorous as humanly possible in our due
diligence before investing shareholder money.
I thank you the shareholders for your continued
support, the Directors for their guidance, and the
management and staff for their commitment.
John Jetter
Chairman
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MANAGING
DIRECTOR’S
REPORT
The support of Otto’s shareholders, staff and my
fellow directors throughout this challenging and
rewarding period has been greatly appreciated.
Otto has become a focused North American oil
and gas exploration and production company
with a strategy to focus on specific play trends
in which it has developed significant working
knowledge.
Otto Energy’s primary objective is to grow
shareholder value through:
• sound financial management;
•
the application of technical and
commercial rigour in the building
of a focused pipeline of exploration
and development projects selected
for their prospectivity and favourable
fiscal regimes; and
• making considered commercial
decisions via an understanding of
the oil and gas asset life cycle and
external market influences
ACTIVE DRILLING PROGRAM
Drilling is critical to the growth of any oil and
gas company, and Otto has continued to progress
opportunities across its diverse portfolio of
assets. Otto has been one of the most active
and successful junior oil and gas companies
on the ASX.
DEAR SHAREHOLDERS,
Welcome to Otto Energy’s
Annual Report for FY2016.
To say that FY2016 has been
a year of significant challenge
with strong headwinds for
the oil and gas sector would
be an understatement. The
actions taken by the Otto Board
and management in FY2015
had prepared the company
for the period of downturn
and enabled Otto to take
advantage of opportunities that
would ordinarily be closed to
companies of Otto’s size.
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Louisiana
Otto secured a staged farm-in transaction with
Byron Energy Ltd (“Byron”) in late 2015 that provided
access to a multi-asset portfolio of onshore and
offshore Gulf of Mexico Miocene conventional drilling
opportunities. Byron have successfully proven that
reverse time migration of 3D seismic data has been
able to image unswept oil around salt dome plays in
the shallow water Gulf of Mexico, a technology that
had previously only been applied in deep water. A two
well drilling program occurred in the first half of 2016
with Byron.
Drilling of the South Marsh Island 6 #2 well in Q1
2016 resulted in two stuck drill pipe incidents and
ultimately a decision was made to abandon the well
prior to reaching the primary target interval.
Drilling of the second well in the program, the South
Marsh Island 71 #1 well, in April 2016 successfully
intersected four individual pay zones, with over 151
feet (46 metres) of net pay that have been completed
and suspended awaiting tie-in to nearby production
infrastructure. Otto expects that first production
will be delivered in 2H 2017 from SM-71. Additional
follow-up opportunities around this salt dome will
now be progressed.
Otto elected to acquire a 45% working interest in the
Bivouac Peak leases covering ~2,500 acres (10km2)
in the highly productive transitional zone in onshore
southern Louisiana coastline. Drilling of the first well
at Bivouac Peak is expected to occur in 1H 2017.
Tanzania
Planning is underway to drill the Kito-1 exploration
well. The Kito-1 exploration well will test a Miocene
play which is a potential extension of the prolific
discoveries made in the East African Rift Valley
system further to the north.
Otto’s Net Prospective Resource estimate ranges
from 30 to 274 MMbbls with a Best Estimate of 97
MMbbls for the Kito structure. Success of the first
exploration well in this basin would unlock significant
additional follow-up potential.
Alaska
In August 2015, Otto acquired a position on the
Alaska North Slope operated by Great Bear
Petroleum. Acquisition of 1,170km2 of new 3D seismic
was completed in May 2016 and provides 3D seismic
coverage across the entire acreage position.
Preparations are underway for the commencement
of a multi-well campaign in early 2017 to test the
prospectivity of a number of conventional play types,
this will include determining potential flow rates
achievable from these reservoirs.
Philippines
Otto undertook the drilling of the Hawkeye-1
exploration well in Service Contract 55 (“SC55”) in
August 2015, delivering the well on time and under
budget. Despite encountering excellent quality
reservoir sands, the volume of gas discovered in
the Hawkeye-1 well was below a level that would be
economic to develop.
Otto will not continue with further activity in SC55
and will assign its working interest to the remaining
joint venture partners. This ends a period of over ten
years of activity in the Philippines including the very
successful Galoc field development and sale in FY2015.
Throughout the year, Otto actively assessed a great
many new venture and business development
opportunities. Otto continues to seek new
opportunities that provide access to low risk, mature
hydrocarbon basins with available development
infrastructure. Otto’s objective is to build a
sustainable cashflow generating base in North
America from which to expose shareholders to high
impact exploration and development opportunities.
CORPORATE
Otto’s balance sheet has remained strong with
a closing cash position of US$20.3 million and
no debt at year end. Otto’s cash position means
Otto is well placed to fund its high impact forward
exploration and development programs.
Thank you once again for your ongoing support
of Otto Energy, I look forward to reporting upon a
similarly successful year in FY2017.
Matthew Allen
Managing Director
OTTO ENERGY
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COMPANY
OVERVIEW
Following the sale of the Galoc Oil Field in the
Philippines, Otto Energy has transitioned to
a company with a balanced portfolio of
high-quality exploration, appraisal
and development assets in North
America and an exploration
asset in Tanzania.
NORTH AMERICA
In August 2015 acquired the interests of Borealis
Petroleum Pty Ltd on the Alaska North Slope
Completed acquisition of 1,170km2 of new 3D
seismic data within Alaska North Slope license
area. Prospect and lead inventory now being
matured for 2017 drilling
Signed a participation agreement with Byron
Energy Limited allowing access to up to four
low-risk drilling opportunities on the Louisiana
Gulf of Mexico shelf and onshore areas
Drilled exploration wells in leases offshore
Louisiana SM-6 and SM-71 resulting in a
significant oil discovery in the latter
Commencement of development planning for
the SM-71 oil discovery
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TANZANIA
Planning is underway for Kito-1
exploration well.
PHILIPPINES
Drilled the deepwater Hawkeye-1
exploration well in licence SC55.
Operations completed safely and
below budget
Withdrawal from legacy Philippines
acreage SC55 and SC51 having
met all work commitments
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ASSET
OVERVIEW
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GULF OF MEXICO
In December 2015, Otto entered into an
agreement with Byron Energy giving it
rights to elect to participate in up to four
drilling opportunities in the Louisiana
onshore and shallow water offshore
continental shelf area. To date, two of
these opportunities have been drilled,
leading to a discovery and the booking
of reserves.
The Gulf of Mexico (GOM) region is one of the most
prolific oil and gas producing regions on earth.
Commercial extraction of petroleum resources
dates from the early decades of the 1900s, with first
offshore production commencing in 1938. Today,
the federally-administered GOM Outer Continental
Shelf alone accounts for about a fifth of all crude oil
produced in the USA.
Geologically there exists a key combination of a thick
layer of evaporites (salt), rich biological deposits
(which, when subjected to the right conditions, forms
light producible oil and gas), and thick sand layers.
Near the northern gulf margin in particular, a delta
created by the Mississippi River has been building for
tens of millions of years. These deltaic sand grains
are well sorted and round in shape, forming the ideal
high-porosity rock for a petroleum reservoir. The
buoyancy and flowing effect of the underlying salt
creates the structures and traps necessary for the
natural collection of oil.
Today, about half of the USA’s fossil fuel refining
and processing capacity is along the GOM. The high
density and availability of production platforms post
the development of primary reservoirs contributes to
low production costs in this region, making projects
viable even in a sustained, low oil price environment.
Louisiana and the nearby shelf region are
characterized by a ready market and low sovereign
risk. These factors, in combination with low-risk
drilling updip of previously productive sand intervals,
have led Otto to make the northern Gulf of Mexico
region a substantial focus of its forward strategy.
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SM-70/71
OWNERSHIP
Otto Energy 50%. Earned via staged farm-in with Byron Energy Limited (Operator)
STATUS
Appraisal and Development
LOCATION
Offshore Gulf of Mexico
AREA
34.29 km2
Following the drilling of SM-6 #2, Otto exercised its option to participate in the drilling of one well in SM-71.
SM-71 lies 48 kilometres (30 miles) southwest of SM-6 in a water depth of 131 feet. While the SM-6 #2 and the
SM-71 #1 wells both targeted salt dome-related features which have seen prolific oil and gas production, they
are geologically and geographically distinct.
The SM-71 #1 well spudded on 3 April 2016. Through the drilling of this well, Otto Energy has earned a 50%
participating interest (equal to a 40.625% revenue interest) in both the SM-70/71 licences.
SM-71 #1 intersected four separate hydrocarbon bearing sand intervals with a combined gross sand thickness
of 151 feet (46 metres).
The following hydrocarbon intervals were observed
and evaluated:
(i) I3 Sand – a hydrocarbon saturated gross sand
thickness of approximately 17 feet (5 metres)
(ii) J sand – a hydrocarbon saturated gross sand
thickness of approximately 24 feet (7 metres)
(iii) D5 sand – a hydrocarbon saturated gross sand
thickness of approximately 91 feet (28 metres)
(iv) D6 sand – a hydrocarbon saturated gross sand
thickness of approximately 19 feet (6 metres)
The results from these four discrete hydrocarbon
intervals are considered of sufficient commercial
value to warrant the completion and ultimate
production of the well. The well has been cased
and mudline suspended in preparation for future
production. The joint venture will now move forward
with development planning and has already initiated
discussions with an offset operator to cost effectively
produce the hydrocarbons from this well.
Post the period, an independent reserves estimate
was prepared by Collarini Associates ascribing 2P
reserves of 2,271 Mboe (net to Otto).
SM-70/71 block map and salt dome
The primary target D5 Sand exhibits excellent quality
and was within the range of predrill expectations.
The results of drilling the SM-71 well confirm the
advantage of the RTM technology used to delineate
the prospect. The J Sand, which was a secondary
target, was found within predrill expectations and
was intersected 220 feet (67 metres) up-dip of the
highest productive well in the J Sand interval. The
I3 Sand, which was not included in the predrill
estimates, will enhance the project economics.
The I3 sand interval does not appear to have been
produced in offset wells. Isotube analysis confirms
the likely presence of light, sweet crude in all these
three intervals. The D6 sand was discovered after
the deepening of the well and comprises a very high
porosity gas or gas condensate reservoir.
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BIVOUAC PEAK
OWNERSHIP
Otto Energy 45%1. Earning via staged farm-in with Byron Energy Limited (Operator)
STATUS
Exploration
LOCATION
Onshore Gulf of Mexico
AREA
10km2
1 subject to Otto participating in one exploration well
Post the successful drilling of the SM-71 #1
exploration well, Otto exercised its option under the
staged farm-in with Byron Energy to acquire a 45%
working interest in the Bivouac Peak lease.
The Bivouac Peak lease covers approximately
2,500 acres of highly prospective acreage in the
transitional zone onshore southern Louisiana.
Multiple prospects at both the Middle and Lower
Miocene levels demonstrating stacked amplitude
and AVO (amplitude versus offset) support have
been identified by Operator, Byron Energy. Follow-
up drilling options have been identified at the Lower
Miocene level that could increase the scale of the
overall opportunity.
Significant production exists in the adjacent Miocene
sequence at the Little Bay field (>45 Bcf gas and 5
MMbbls condensate) and the Atchafalaya Bay field
(>100 Bcf gas and 0.6 MMbbls condensate).
An independent resource estimate for Bivouac Peak
was prepared by Collarini Associates, which assigned
a Prospective Resource net to Otto’s proposed 45%
working interest (33.525% net revenue interest) of
5,361 MMbbls of oil and 59,562 Bcf of gas.
Additional geological and geophysical work will be
undertaken by the joint venture prior to drilling of the
first well, which is presently targeted for 1H 2017.
With nearby production infrastructure already in
place, any successful well at Bivouac Peak would
be capable of being brought into production within
6-12 months.
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SM-6
OWNERSHIP
Otto Energy participated in one well-in via staged farm-in with Byron Energy Limited
(Operator)
STATUS
Exploration
LOCATION
Offshore Gulf of Mexico
AREA
20.23km2
SM-6 block map and salt dome
South Marsh Island block 6 (SM-6) lies 60 kilometers
(37 miles) south of the Louisiana coast under
approximately 65 feet of water. This block has
produced a total of 18 MMbbls of light oil and 36 Bcf
of gas since 1964.
stuck drill pipe incidents, it was the conclusion of
Otto and Byron that the well could not be deepened
to the primary target interval. Subsequently, Otto and
Byron have decided not to re-enter the well as the
activity is deemed too high risk.
The SM-6 #2 well was drilled in Q1 2016 to a
measured depth of 8,084 feet (2,464 metres) and
after intersecting and becoming stuck in what
appeared to be an impenetrable shale interval, was
plugged and abandoned. Unsuccessful attempts were
made to free the stuck drill pipe in the initial well
bore and a resulting bypass (side-track) operation
also became stuck. After an extensive review of both
As the well did not reach the primary target interval
Otto did not earn an interest in the lease, and was not
obligated to pay back-costs in the lease.
SM-6 #2 was drilled at a cost close to the gross
pre-drill estimate of US$8.0m despite the need for
a side-track operation.
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ALASKA
OWNERSHIP
Otto Energy 8-10.8%
STATUS
Exploration/Appraisal
LOCATION
Onshore Alaska North Slope
AREA
2,387km2
In August 2015, Otto acquired the right to earn an interest, through staged
capital injections, in a substantial acreage position on the highly prospective,
oil prone, onshore Alaska North Slope held by Great Bear Petroleum Operating
LLC (“Great Bear”).
Through its agreements with Great Bear, Otto has acquired an 8% and 10.8% working interest (equivalent to
58,334 net acres) in two areas of Alaska North Slope exploration acreage held by Great Bear.
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ALASKA NORTH SLOPE
Alaska contains some of the largest conventional
oil fields in North America and has produced more
than 17 billion barrels of oil and 13 trillion cubic feet
of natural gas. The US Geological Society (USGS)
estimates that the Alaska North Slope has the
potential to hold 40 billion barrels of conventional oil
and over 200 trillion cubic feet of conventional gas.
While Otto and its partners’ focus will initially be on
conventional oil, the unconventional oil plays located
in this acreage also contain significant potential and
Otto will have access to its proportionate share of any
resource through its deal with Great Bear.
The size and potential of the opportunities on
the Alaska North Slope see it as home to super
majors such as Conoco, Shell, ExxonMobil, Repsol,
ENI, Statoil and BP. Recent exploration drilling by
Repsol in adjacent acreage has yielded a significant
conventional oil discovery in the Kuparuk play sands,
and similar opportunities at this play level have
already been identified in the Great Bear Alaska
North Slope acreage. The Repsol well discovered
several distinct oil accumulations and encountered
a 650 foot oil column with 150 feet of net pay and is
likely a multi-hundred million barrel oil discovery.
This discovery was made after Repsol had farmed in
to a 350,000 net acre position in 2011 in a deal valued
at US$760 million. Third-party reserves of 497-1438-
3758 MMbbls (Proven-Probable-Possible) have been
indicated. The three-pad development is expected to
deliver in the order of 120,000 barrels of oil per day.
Further, financial incentives provided by the Alaska
Government to attract investment in the Alaska North
Slope provides Alaska with the most attractive fiscal
regime in North America and one that ranks very
highly on a global scale.
Oil production can be transported through the Trans
Alaska Pipeline System (“TAPS”), which runs through
the Great Bear acreage. TAPS provides regulated
open access to domestic and international markets
and presently has around 1.5MMbopd spare capacity.
Alaska’s geographical location provides safe and
effective shipping routes for crude exports into the
Asian markets, allowing Alaska projects to provide
a strategic long-term petroleum reserve for the
Asian region.
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GREAT BEAR PETROLEUM ACREAGE
Great Bear is a private exploration company
focused on exploring and developing conventional
and unconventional resources on the North Slope
of Alaska. Great Bear is the largest exploration
leaseholder on the Alaska North Slope, having
taken a position in a major play fairway south of the
Prudhoe Bay and Kuparuk fields.
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The Ivishak formation is the primary producing
reservoir at the Prudhoe Bay Field (25 billion
barrels of oil in place).
The Kuparuk sand play is regionally productive
with the Kuparuk Field holding 5.9 billion barrels
of oil in place and was also the target of the
recent substantial oil discovery made by Repsol.
Great Bear is the dominant exploration acreage
holder in this highly prospective basin; holding
579,374 gross acres. Great Bear has undertaken
significant exploration work on the acreage since
2011 with a cumulative spend of around US$240
million. This work includes the acquisition and
processing of approximately 3,100km2 of 3D
seismic data, and past work included the drilling
of two unconventional test wells which cored three
primary unconventional targets. Results from these
wells indicate that the majority of the Great Bear
acreage is expected to be liquids rich. These wells
also encountered light oil in various conventional
formations.
The almost acreage wide, modern 3D seismic
coverage, existing well control and proximity to the
all-weather Dalton Highway and TAPS means that
the Great Bear joint venture is well positioned to test
numerous prospects during the 2017 northern winter
drilling season.
The Great Bear acreage lies in the established
conventional play fairways of the Ivishak, Kuparuk
and Brookian sand reservoir systems in a region
demonstrating oil maturity.
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The Brookian turbidite fans are productive at
offset Tarn, Meltwater and Tabasco Fields
(field sizes of around 100 MMbbls to 300 MMbbls
oil in place).
The play types exhibited in the prospects so far
identified by Great Bear have been the basis for other
significant conventional oil discoveries in and around
the Alaska North Slope with discovered recoverable
volumes being in the hundreds of millions of barrels.
The size of these other discoveries within these plays
provides an indication of the potential of Great Bear
acreage in the success case.
In terms of unconventional potential, the Alaska North
Slope is rated by the USGS as potentially being one
of the last remaining material oil shale plays in the
US. The Alaska North Slope contains three world
class source rocks - Shublik, Kingak and Hue/HRZ
shales. All three of these source rocks exist within the
Great Bear acreage. This substantial unconventional
play will be the subject of a longer term evaluation
program with the immediate focus of the joint venture
being on the conventional oil potential.
Multinational oil and gas services company
Halliburton farmed into a portion of the Great Bear
acreage in 2011. Halliburton currently holds a 25%
working interest in 126,186 gross acres. Halliburton’s
interest ensures the joint venture exposure to leading
edge experience and technology in developing
unconventional plays and will ensure that this
aspect of the exploration potential continues to
be progressed.
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A number of conventional and unconventional plays were identified
for progression into potential drill targets:
Kuparuk C
Conventional Play
Recent 3D seismic reveals large trap potential.
Light oil has been intersected in 45’ thick Kuparuk
C sands on Otto Energy acreage at Pipeline-1.
Sand thickness variations observed in regional
wells together with seismic isopach data strongly
suggests the presence of a large oil-filled
stratigraphic trap.
K10
Conventional Play
Local thickening of sands offers potential for
previously unrecognized reservoir. Centred
within the acreage & proximal to Trans-Alaska
Pipeline System.
Toe Thrust Anticline
Conventional Play
Well-imaged Anticlinal Toe Thrust. Extends
across broad area. Optimal location to receive oil
charge from mature Hue Shale kitchen to south
east. Common successful trap style.
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Brookian Slope Apron
Conventional Play
Western acreage on trend with Bermuda sand
reservoir fairway. Play type already in production
at the Tarn and Meltwater fields. New 3D seismic
targeted to mature this play style.
Basin Floor Fan
Conventional Play
Geological setting and basin geometry suggest
that large basin floor fans may be present in
eastern part of acreage. New 3D seismic targeted
to mature this play type.
Hue-HRZ Shale
Unconventional Play
Otto Energy acreage contains a significant
proportion of the wet gas - mature Hue-HRZ
fairway, the optimal region for this shale.
The Hue-HRZ shale target can be reached
with relatively shallow ~8,000’ wells from
Otto Energy acreage.
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OWNERSHIP
Otto Energy 50% of Pangani and Kilosa-Kilombero
STATUS
Exploration
LOCATION
Onshore, Tanzania
AREA
~34,000km2
OVERVIEW
The Production Sharing Agreements (PSA) were awarded by the Government of the
United Republic of Tanzania on 20 February 2012, with the Kilosa-Kilombero and
Pangani licence areas covering a gross area of almost 34,000km2.
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TANZANIA
KILOSA-KILOMBERO PSA
OWNERSHIP
Otto Energy 50%
STATUS
Exploration
LOCATION
Onshore East Africa
AREA
17,675km2
The joint venture has acquired in excess of 500km
2D seismic over the Kilombero basin, with results
indicating large scale structures and sediments
similar to the oil basins of Lokichar (Kenya) and Lake
Albert (Uganda) where Africa Oil and Tullow Oil have
had significant success.
The results of this seismic program identified the Kito
prospect, which indicated a prospective resource of
between 30 MMbbls and 274 MMbbls net to Otto, with
a best estimate of 97 MMbbls.
More recently, Otto has issued dispute notices to the
Operator, Swala Oil and Gas (Tanzania) Plc (SOGTP)
in respect of issues under the relevant joint operating
agreement. Otto continues to discuss these matters
with SOGTP and local authorities to ascertain the best
way forward. Whilst Otto remains committed to the
drilling of the Kito-1 well, the company believes it is
unlikely that the joint venture will be able to progress
the drilling of the well in 2016 until the joint venture
disputes are resolved.
Kito-1
Primary target interval
Seismic Line 2013-014, showing Kito structure and planned
well path
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PANGANI PSA
OWNERSHIP
Otto Energy 50%
STATUS
Exploration
LOCATION
Onshore East Africa
AREA
17,156km2
During 2013 a total of 200km of 2D seismic data
was acquired over the Pangani licence, specifically
focused on the Mvungwe and Moshi basins originally
recognised from regional gravity and magnetics data.
The results from the seismic survey show that the
Moshi basin, in the north of the licence area, appears
to contain sedimentary fill of probable Neogene age.
Results also indicate that the Mvungwe basin, located
in the south of the licence area, is less than 1,000m
deep and is unlikely to be prospective for petroleum
due to its shallow nature.
During Q3 2014, a further 200km of 2D seismic data
were acquired across the Moshi basin area. The focus
of the survey was to better understand the geometry
of the basin and firm up structures for drilling. This
data once interpreted indicated that due to significant
regional dip of strata no viable prospect for drilling
could be developed.
On this basis the joint venture has sought to withdraw
from the block without conducting further work.
The regulator is processing this request and final
Government agreement to terminate the PSA is
expected to be imminent.
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SERVICE CONTRACT 55
OWNERSHIP
Otto Energy 68.18% and Operator
STATUS
Exploration
LOCATION
Offshore - Palawan Basin, Philippines
AREA
9,880km2
Otto has received approval from the
Philippines Department of Energy for a
two-year moratorium until 23 December
2017 on required work activity under
Service Contract 55. The joint venture
will undertake a specialised geophysical
study in the interim period to determine
if further drilling activity is warranted
in SC55.
Otto undertook the drilling of the Hawkeye-1
exploration well in 2015, delivering the well on time
and under budget. The volume of gas discovered in
the Hawkeye-1 well was below a level that would be
economic to develop.
Otto has indicated to the remaining joint venture
partners that it will not continue with further activity
in SC55 and will assign its working interest to the
remaining joint venture partners. Documentation to
give effect to this assignment is being finalised.
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ANNUAL REPORT 2016 OTTO ENERGY RESERVES
STATEMENT
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STATEMENT
Reserves and Prospective Resources as at 30 June 2016
30 June 2016
Oil (Mbbls)
Gas (MMscf)
Mboe (6:1)
SM-71 Undeveloped, Net to Otto
Proved (1P)
Probably Reserves
Proved and Probable (2P)
Possible Reserves
Proved, Probable and Possible (3P)
Best Prospective Resource
(Best Estimate, Unrisked)
582
1,445
2,027
540
2,567
2,043
404
1,058
1,462
373
1,835
1,990
649
1,621
2,271
602
2,873
2,375
Kilosa-Kilombero Total Prospective
Resource (Best Estimate, Unrisked)*
97
-
97
Tanzania Undeveloped, Net to Otto
Reserves and Prospective Resources Reconciliation
Oil (Mbbl)
Gas (MMs cf)
30 Jun
2015
Production
Farm-in
Revisions
30 June
2016
30 Jun
2015
Production
Farm-in
Revisions
30 June
2016
-
-
-
-
-
-
76
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
SM-71 (undeveloped) Net to Otto
249
94
343
177
520
333
1,351
1,684
363
2,047
582
1,445
2,027
540
2,567
2,277
(234)
2,043
-
-
-
-
-
-
Tanzania (undeveloped) Net to Otto
-
21
97
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
135
51
186
138
324
269
1,007
1,276
235
1,511
404
1,058
1,462
373
1,835
1,680
310
1,990
-
-
-
Proved 1P
Probable Reserves
Proved and Proba-
ble (2P)
Possible Reserves
Proved, Probable
and Possible (3P)
Total Prospec-
tive Resource
(Best Estimate,
Unrisked)
Kilosa-Kilombero
Total Prospec-
tive Resource
(Best Estimate,
Unrisked)*
*Pre government back-in rights
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ANNUAL REPORT 2016 OTTO ENERGY COMPETENT PERSONS STATEMENT
The information in this report that relates to oil and
gas resources in relation to Alaska was compiled by
technical employees of Great Bear Petroleum, the
Operator of the Alaska acreage, and subsequently
reviewed by Mr Paul Senycia BSc (Hons) (Mining
Engineering), MAppSc (Exploration Geophysics), who
has consented to the inclusion of such information
in this report in the form and context in which it
appears. Mr Senycia is a full time employee of
the Company, with more than 30 years relevant
experience in the petroleum industry and is a
member of The Society of Petroleum Engineers
(SPE). The resources included in this report have
been prepared using definitions and guidelines
consistent with the 2007 Society of Petroleum
Engineers (SPE)/World Petroleum Council (WPC)/
American Association of Petroleum Geologists
(AAPG)/Society of Petroleum Evaluation Engineers
(SPEE) Petroleum Resources Management System
(PRMS). The resources information included in
this report are based on, and fairly represents,
information and supporting documentation reviewed
by Mr Senycia. Mr Senycia is qualified in accordance
with the requirements of ASX Listing Rule 5.41 and
consents to the inclusion of the information in this
report of the matters based on this information in the
form and context in which it appears.
The resource information in this report in relation
to Tanzania is based on information compiled by
Mr Paul Senycia BSc (Hons) (Mining Engineering),
MAppSc (Exploration Geophysics), who has consented
to the inclusion of such information in this report
in the form and context in which it appears. Mr
Senycia is a full time employee of the Company,
with more than 30 years relevant experience in the
petroleum industry and is a member of The Society
of Petroleum Engineers (SPE). Prospective resource
estimates relevant to Tanzania are prepared as at
10 May 2016 (reference: ASX announcement 10 May
2016). These resource estimates have been prepared
using the internationally recognised Petroleum
Resources Management System to define resource
classification and volumes. Otto is not aware of any
new information or data that materially affects the
assumptions and technical parameters underpinning
the estimates and resources and the relevant market
announcement continues to apply and has not
materially changes.
The reserve and contingent resource information
in this report in relation to SMI70/71 is based on
information compiled by technical employees of
independent consultants Collarini and Associates,
under the supervision of Mr Mitch Reece BSc PE. Mr
Reece is the President of Collarini and Associates
and is a registered professional engineer in the State
of Texas and a member of the Society of Petroleum
Evaluation Engineers (SPEE), Society of Petroleum
Engineers (SPE), and American Petroleum Institute
(API). The reserves and resources included in
this report have been prepared using definitions
and guidelines consistent with the 2007 Society
of Petroleum Engineers (SPE)/World Petroleum
Council (WPC)/American Association of Petroleum
Geologists (AAPG)/Society of Petroleum Evaluation
Engineers (SPEE) Petroleum Resources Management
System (PRMS). The reserves and resources
information reported in this Statement are based on,
and fairly represents, information and supporting
documentation prepared by, or under the supervision
of, Mr Reece. Mr Reece is qualified in accordance
with the requirements of ASX Listing Rule 5.41 and
consents to the inclusion of the information in this
report of the matters based on this information in the
form and context in which it appears.
The reserve and contingent resource information
in this report in relation to Bivouac Peak is based
on information compiled by Mr William Sack (BSc.
Earth Sci./Physics, MSc. Geology, MBA), an Executive
Director of Byron Energy Limited. Mr William Sack
is a member of American Association of Petroleum
Geologists. The reserves and resources included
in this report have been prepared using definitions
and guidelines consistent with the 2007 Society
of Petroleum Engineers (SPE)/World Petroleum
Council (WPC)/American Association of Petroleum
Geologists (AAPG)/Society of Petroleum Evaluation
Engineers (SPEE) Petroleum Resources Management
System (PRMS). The reserves and resources
information reported in this release are based on,
and fairly represents, information and supporting
documentation prepared by, or under the supervision
of, Mr Sack. Mr Sack is qualified in accordance
with the requirements of ASX Listing Rule 5.41 and
consents to the inclusion of the information in this
report of the matters based on this information in the
form and context in which it appears.
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ANNUAL REPORT 2016 OTTO ENERGYRESERVES AND RESOURCES REPORTING NOTES
i.
The reserves and prospective resources information in this document is effective as at 30 June 2016
(Listing Rule (LR) 5.25.1)
ii. The reserves and prospective resources information in this document has been estimated and is classified
in accordance with SPEPRMS (Society of Petroleum Engineers Petroleum Resources Management
System) (LR 5.25.2)
iii. The reserves and prospective resources information in this document is reported according to the
Company’s economic interest in each of the reserves and net of royalties (LR 5.25.5)
iv. The reserves and prospective resources information in this document has been estimated and prepared
using the deterministic method (LR 5.25.6)
v. All reserves and prospective resources in respect of SM-71 have been discovered and evaluated in the 12
months prior to 30 June 2016 and reflect the impact of the successful drilling of the SM-71 #1 well. (LR 5.39.3)
vi. Otto has controls in place to provide assurance for reserves estimation and reporting, including staff
competency, staff accreditation and external reserves evaluations. (LR 5.39.5)
vii. Reserves are as announced to the ASX on 20 July 2016, and Otto is not aware of any new information or
data that materially affects the information included in the referred market announcement and all the
material assumptions and technical parameters underpinning the estimates in the relevant market
announcement continue to apply and have not materially changes (LR 5.43.2)
viii. Prospective resources are reporting on a best estimate basis (LR 5.28.1)
ix. For prospective resources, the estimated quantities of petroleum that may potentially be recovered by the
application of a future development projects(s) related to undiscovered accumulations. These estimates
have both an associated risk of discovery and a risk of development. Further exploration appraisal and
evaluation is required to determine the existence of a significant quantity of potentially moveable
hydrocarbons (LR 5.28.2)
x. All of Otto’s reserves and prospective resources are located in the shallow water of the Gulf of Mexico,
offshore Louisiana and Tanzania; furthermore, all of Otto’s reserves are undeveloped as at 30 June 2016.
PROSPECTIVE RESOURCE CAUTIONARY STATEMENT
The estimated quantities of petroleum that may be potentially recoverable by the application of future
development project(s) relate to undiscovered accumulations. These estimates have both an associated risk of
discovery and a risk of development. Further appraisal and evaluation is required to determine the existence of
a significant quantity of potentially moveable hydrocarbons.
RESERVES CAUTIONARY STATEMENT
Oil and gas reserves and resource estimates are expressions of judgment based on knowledge, experience
and industry practice. Estimates that were valid when originally calculated may alter significantly when new
information or techniques become available. Additionally, by their very nature, reserve and resource estimates
are imprecise and depend to some extent on interpretations, which may prove to be inaccurate. As further
information becomes available through additional drilling and analysis, the estimates are likely to change.
This may result in alterations to development and production plans which may, in turn, adversely impact the
Company’s operations. Reserves estimates and estimates of future net revenues are, by nature, forward looking
statements and subject to the same risks as other forward looking estimates.
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SUMMARY
OF ASSETS
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ANNUAL REPORT 2016 OTTO ENERGYSUMMARY OF ASSETS
Asset
OEL Working
Interest
Joint Venture Partners
Notes
6.82%
15.0%
10.0%
25.0%
25.0%
68.18%
(Operator)
Palawan 55
Exploration
and Production
Century Red Pte Ltd
Pryce Gases Inc.
50%
50%
Swala Oil and Gas
(Tanzania) Plc (operator)
Tata Petrodyne Ltd
Swala Oil and Gas
(Tanzania) Plc (operator)
25.0%
Tata Petrodyne Ltd
25.0%
The Philippines
SC55
Service Contract,
Southwest
Palawan Basin
Tanzania
Kilosa-Kilombero
PSA
East Africa Rift
System
Pangani PSA,
East Africa Rift
System
Alaska
Alaska North Slope
8-10.8%
Great Bear Petroleum
Operating LLC (operator)
67.0%-89.2%
Haliburton Energy
Services, Inc
0.0-25.0%
In process of
transferring of Otto
Energy interest to
remaining Joint
Venture partners
pending.
Permit acquired in
February 2012
Current exploration
period extended to
February 2017
Permit acquired in
February 2012
Current exploration
period extended to
February 2017
Withdrawal being
processed by
regulator
154 leases
covering 2,387km2
make up the Great
Bear Alaska North
Slope Acreage
Otto entry made in
August 2015
Capped contribution
to three wells
Otto participated in
successful discovery
well, earning
entitlement in
April 2016
Louisiana/Gulf of Mexico
South Marsh Island
70/71,
Outer Continental
Shelf
Bivouac Peak,
Louisiana
Near-shore
50% Earned via
staged farm-in
with Byron
Energy Ltd
(Operator)
45% Earning via
staged farm-in
with Byron
Energy Ltd
(Operator)*
Byron Energy (operator)
50.0%
Byron Energy (operator)
45.0%
Option well
Private Investor
10.0%
* Earn in subject to
Otto participating in
one exploration well.
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FINANCIAL REPORT 2016
FINANCIAL REPORT 2016
CONTENTS
Contents
Corporate Directory
Directors’ Report
Auditor’s Independence Declaration
Consolidated Statement of Profit or Loss and Other Comprehensive Income
Consolidated Statement of Financial Position
Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity
Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
Directors’ Declaration
Independent Audit Report to the Members of Otto Energy Limited
ASX Additional Information
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF POSITIONFOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016 ANNUAL REPORT 2016 OTTO ENERGY
CORPORATE DIRECTORY
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
CORPORATE DIRECTORY
For the year ending 30 June 2016
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2015
Directors
Mr John Jetter – Non-Executive Director (appointed Chairman 25 November 2015)
Mr Matthew Allen – Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer
Mr Ian Macliver – Non-Executive Director
Mr Ian Boserio – Non-Executive Director
Company Secretary
Mr Neil Hackett
Key Management Personnel
Principal registered office in Australia
Share Register
Auditors
Stock Exchange Listings
Banks
Website address
ABN
Mr Matthew Allen – Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer
Mr Paul Senycia – Vice President Exploration and New Ventures
Mr Craig Hasson – Chief Financial Officer
Mr Matthew Worner – Commercial Manager
32 Delhi Street
West Perth WA 6005
Tel: + 61 8 6467 8800
Fax: + 61 8 6467 8801
Link Market Services Limited
178 St Georges Terrace
Perth WA 6000
Tel: + 61 8 9211 6670
Fax: + 61 2 9287 0303
BDO Audit (WA) Pty Ltd
38 Station Street
Subiaco WA 6008
Tel: + 61 8 6382 4600
Fax: + 61 8 6382 4601
Australian Securities Exchange
Level 8, Exchange Plaza
2 The Esplanade
Perth WA 6000
ASX Code: OEL
Westpac Banking Corporation
Level 17, 109 St Georges Terrace
Perth WA 6000
Tel: + 61 8 9426 2580
Fax: + 61 8 9426 2288
www.ottoenergy.com
56 107 555 046
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DIRECTORS’ REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
DIRECTORS’ REPORT
For the year ending 30 JUNE 2016
Your Directors present their report on the consolidated entity (referred to hereafter as the “consolidated entity” or the
“Group”) consisting of Otto Energy Limited and the entities it controlled at the end of, or during, the year ended 30 June
2016.
Directors
The Directors in office at any time during the financial year or since the end of the financial year are:
Mr John Jetter (appointed Non-Executive Chairman 25 November 2015)
Mr Rick Crabb (resigned 25 November 2015)
Mr Matthew Allen
Mr Ian Macliver
Mr Ian Boserio
Mr Rufino Bomasang (resigned 25 November 2015)
Directors have been in office from 1 July 2015 until the date of this report unless otherwise stated.
Company Secretary
Neil Hackett
Principal Activities
The principal activity of the consolidated entity continued to be investment in oil and gas exploration, development and
production in the Philippines, East Africa and United States of America.
Dividends – Otto Energy Limited
The Directors recommend that no dividend be paid for the year ended 30 June 2016. In the previous financial year,
Shareholders approved a capital return to shareholders of AUD$0.0564 per share, paid on 26 June 2015. The Board of
Director also resolved and paid an unfranked dividend of AU$0.0076 per share on 26 June 2015.
Review of Operations
A review of the operations of the consolidated entity during the financial year and the results of those operations are set out
in the Company and Asset overviews, refer to pages 6 to 21.
Financial Summary
The consolidated entity recognised a loss after income tax for the year from continuing operations, of US$20.09m (2015: Gain
US$16.40m). The net loss for the financial year ending 30 June 2016 was mainly due to exploration expense of $US41.48m
which was partly offset by a funding contribution from BHPB of US$23.7m and an option fee from Pryce Gases Inc for
US$2.31m, both in relation to the drilling in SC55 in the Philippines.
Significant changes in state of affairs
Significant changes in the state of affairs of the consolidated entity during the financial year were as follows:
•
The Hawkeye well in SC55 was completed with uneconomical quantities of hydrocarbons discovered, the final well
cost was US$23.7 million. As a result of funding contributions from BHPB, Otto was fully carried on the cost of drilling. Prior
to drilling, Otto completed a 15% farm out of SC55 to Red Emperor Resources NL and 10% option to Pryce Gases Inc.
•
A structured exit is underway for the Philippines and Otto has indicated to the remaining joint venture partners
that it will not continue with further activity in SC55 and will assign its working interest to the remaining joint venture
partners. Documentation to give effect to this assignment is being finalised. On 17 June 2016, the Philippines Department of
Energy granted a two-year moratorium over SC55 until 23 December 2017.
•
On 21 July 2015, Otto acquired 100% of the issued capital of Borealis Petroleum Pty Ltd for the right to earn an
interest in a substantial acreage position on the highly prospective, oil prone, onshore Alaskan North Slope held by Great
Bear Petroleum Operating. Through its agreements with Great Bear, Otto Acquired an 8% and 10.8% working interest
(equivalent to 58,334 net acres) in two areas of Alaskan North Slope exploration acreage held by Great Bear.
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DIRECTORS’ REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
DIRECTORS’ REPORT
For the year ending 30 June 2016
On 11 December 2015, Otto entered into a staged farm-in for interests in a multi-well portfolio onshore Louisiana
•
and Offshore Gulf of Mexico agreement with Byron Energy Limited (Bryon). Two wells have been drilled in the 1st and 2nd
quarter of 2016.
•
During the 1st Quarter of 2016, the SM-6 #2 well located at the South Marsh Island Block 6 was drilled, this appraisal
well was plugged and abandoned prior to reaching the primary target due to intersecting an impenetrable shale interval. Otto
and Bryon have decided not to attempt to re-enter the SM-6 #2 well and complete drilling down to the G20 target interval as
the activity is deemed high risk. The well will be plugged and abandoned.
During the 2nd Quarter of 2016, the SM-71 #1 well was successfully drilled to final target measured depth at 6,843
•
feet/2086 metres. Hydrocarbon saturated sands intersected in four intervals, including the primary D5 target, with Net 2P
reserves of 2,271 Mboe being recognised for Otto’s Gulf of Mexico portfolio (see independent reserves result in page 22-25).
•
In June 2016, Otto successfully executed a farm down agreement for a 25% participating interest in the upcoming
Kito-1 well in the onshore Kilosa-Kilombero licence to MV Upstream Tanzania Limited. The agreement is subject to completion
terms.
On 24 June 2016, Otto exercised its option under the stage farm-in with Operator, Byron Energy Limited to acquire
•
an entitlement to a 45% working interest in Bivouac Peak lease by drilling 1 exploration well.
Matters subsequent to the end of the Financial Year
Otto Energy (Tanzania) Pty Ltd, a 100% owned subsidiary of Otto, has issued various dispute notices to Swala Oil and Gas
(Tanzania) plc (SOGTP), pursuant to the Pangani and Kilosa-Kilombero Joint Operating Agreements. The drilling of the Kito-1
exploration well is unlikely to progress in 2016 due to unresolved joint venture disputes and delays in required permits. The
farm down to MV Upstream is also likely to be affected by a delay in drilling past 2016.
No other matters or circumstances have arisen since 30 June 2016 that has significantly affected, or may significantly affect
the consolidated entity’s operations, the results of those operations, or the consolidated entity’s state of affairs in future
financial years.
Likely developments and expected results of Operations
Likely developments in the operations of the consolidated entity constituted by Otto Energy Limited and the entities it
controls from time to time that were not finalised at the date of this report included:
•
•
•
Development of SM71-1 well and tie back to nearby existing production platform;
Progress planning for anticipated drilling in Tanzania;
Participate in a 2-4 well drilling program in Alaska in 2017; and
Drilling of the first well at Bivouac Peak is expected to occur in 1H 2017.
Additional comments on expected results of certain operations of the group are included in the Company and Asset overviews
on pages 6 to 21.
In accordance with its objectives, the consolidated entity intends to participate in a number of exploration and appraisal wells
and will consider growing its exploration effort by farm-in, permit application and/or acquisition within its existing operational
focus areas and in other suitable countries or regions. Further information on likely developments in the operations of the
consolidated entity and the expected results of operations have not been included in this annual financial report because the
Directors believe it would be likely to result in unreasonable prejudice to the consolidated entity.
Environmental Regulation
So far as the Directors are aware, there have been no breaches of environmental conditions of the Group’s exploration or
production licences. Procedures are adopted for each exploration program to ensure that environmental conditions of the
Group’s tenements are met.
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FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
DIRECTORS’ REPORT
For the year ending 30 JUNE 2016
Information on Directors and Key Management Personnel
Mr John Jetter BLaw, BEcon, INSEAD. Chairman (Non-Executive)
Date appointed
Non-Executive Director 10 December 2007, Non-Executive Chairman 25 November 2015
Experience and expertise
Mr John Jetter is the former Managing Director, CEO and head of investment banking of JP
Morgan in Germany and Austria, and a member of the European Advisory Council, JP Morgan
London. Mr Jetter has held senior positions with JP Morgan throughout Europe, focusing his
attention on major corporate clients advising on some of Europe’s largest corporate
transactions. Formerly Chairman of the Board of Rodenstock AG, Germany, Deputy Chairman of
the Board of European Business School and Chairman of the Finance Facility, Oestrich-Winkel,
Germany.
Other current directorships
Non-Executive Director of Venture Minerals Limited since 8 June 2010 and Non-Executive
Director of Peak Resources Limited since 1 April 2015.
Former directorships in last 3 years
None
Special responsibilities
Remuneration and Nomination Committee
Interest in shares and options
16,089,175 ordinary shares of Otto Energy Limited.
Mr Rick Crabb BJuris (Hons), LLB, MBA, FAICD, Chairman (Non-Executive)
Date appointed
Date Resigned
Experience and expertise
Other current directorships
Former directorships in last 3 years
Special responsibilities
Interest in shares and options
19 November 2004
25 November 2015
Mr Rick Crabb holds degrees in law and business administration from the University of Western
Australia. Mr Crabb practised as a solicitor from 1980 to 2004, specialising in resources,
corporate and commercial, with considerable offshore experience. Mr Crabb now focuses on
his public company directorships and investments.
Chairman, Non-Executive Director of Golden Rim Resources Limited from 22 August 2001, and
Paladin Energy Limited from 8 February 1994.
Platypus Minerals Limited (formerly Ashburton Minerals Limited) from 1 September 1999 to
November 2015
Audit and Compliance
Remuneration and Nomination Committee
12,925,905 ordinary shares of Otto Energy Limited.
Mr Matthew Allen BBus, FCA, F Fin, GAICD. Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer
Date appointed
24 June 2015
Experience and expertise
Mr Matthew Allen was appointed Managing Director in June 2015 and Chief Executive Officer
in February 2014 after joining Otto in 2009 as Chief Financial Officer. Mr Allen has played an
integral role in implementing Otto’s strategy. Mr Allen’s experience lies in the operation and
management of oil and gas companies with particular focus on strategic, commercial and
financial aspects of the business. Mr Allen previously spent 8 years with Woodside Energy
working with many of Woodside’s assets and has had global upstream oil and gas industry
experience in Asia, Africa, Australia and the Middle East.
Other current directorships
Former directorships in last 3 years
None
None
Interest in shares and options
3,643,000 ordinary shares in Otto Energy Limited and performance rights of 4,700,000.
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FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
DIRECTORS’ REPORT
For the year ending 30 June 2016
Mr Ian Macliver BCom, FCA, SF Fin, FAICD. Director (Independent Non-Executive)
Date appointed
7 January 2004
Experience and expertise
Mr Ian Macliver is Managing Director of Grange Consulting Group Pty Ltd, which provides specialist
corporate advisory services to listed and unlisted companies. Mr Macliver has held senior Executive
and Director roles of both resource and industrial companies, specifically responsible for capital
raising and other corporate initiatives.
Other current directorships
Non-Executive Chairman of Western Areas Limited since November 2013 (Non-Executive Director
since October 2011).
Former directorships in last 3 years
Non-Executive Director of Rent.com.au Limited (formerly Select Exploration Limited) from September
2010 to June 2015. Non-Executive Director of Range Resources Limited from June to August 2014,
Non-Executive Director of JCurve Solutions Limited (formerly Stratatel Limited) from July 2000 to
October 2013.
Special responsibilities
Audit and Compliance
Remuneration and Nomination Committee
Interest in shares and options
4,549,721 ordinary shares of Otto Energy Limited.
Mr Ian Boserio BSc Hons First Class (Geophysics), BSc (Geology). Director (Independent Non-Executive)
Date appointed
Experience and expertise
Other current directorships
Former directorships in last 3 years
2 September 2010
Mr Ian Boserio brings to the Otto Board more than 33 years international experience in the
oil and gas business, focused predominantly on exploration and management. Mr Boserio
spent 26 years with Shell. In his last role leading Australia and NZ Exploration and New
Business, Mr Boserio and his team doubled Shell's LNG portfolio, enabling several LNG
projects and adding a total resource base of approximately 15 Tcf. Previous international
postings with Shell included Australia, North Sea, the Middle East, India and Indonesia, plus
a five year secondment into Woodside as the Australia Exploration Manager. He is currently
co-owner and Technical Director of private oil and gas company Pathfinder Energy.
Technical Director, Pathfinder Energy
Non-Executive Director of Nexus Energy Limited November 2009 to October 2012
Special responsibilities
Audit and Compliance
Interest in shares and options
None
Mr Rufino Bomasang BSc (Min Eng), Master in Business Economics (Phil). Director (Independent Non-Executive)
Date appointed
Date resigned
Experience and expertise
18 August 2006
25 November 2016
Mr Rufino Bomasang, formerly a mining engineer, having worked in recent years as an
International Energy and Mining Consultant, focused on the development of untapped
indigenous energy resources in the Philippines. From 1996 to 2004 Mr Bomasang was President
and CEO of Philippine National Oil Company Exploration Corporation. Mr Bomasang previously
worked with the United States Agency for International Development as an Energy Consultant,
providing technical assistance to the Philippine Department of Energy.
Other current directorships
Non-Executive Chairman of Otto Energy Investments Limited and Otto Energy Philippines Inc.,
subsidiaries of Otto Energy Limited.
Former directorships in last 3 years
Special responsibilities
Interest in shares and options
None
None
None
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DIRECTORS’ REPORT
For the year ending 30 JUNE 2016
Mr Paul Senycia BSc (Hons) MAppSc (Geophysics) Vice President Exploration and New Ventures
Date appointed
12 April 2010
Experience and expertise
Mr Paul Senycia has more than 30 years of international oil and gas business experience in
Australia, North and West Africa, North America, Europe and Asia. Mr Senycia also has
significant experience in all facets of the upstream oil and gas exploration business including:
executing seismic and drilling programs; capturing new venture opportunities; joint venture
relationship; and farm in/out management. Mr Senycia has spent the majority of his career with
Woodside Energy and Shell International with roles in Australia, Europe and the Middle East. He
was Head of Evaluation at Woodside and subsequently Exploration Manager at Oilex before
joining Otto Energy in April 2010.
Interest in shares and options
1,600,000 ordinary shares in Otto Energy Limited and performance rights of 4,700,000.
Mr Craig Hasson BCom, CA, AGIA. Chief Financial Officer
Date appointed
26 February 2014
Experience and expertise
Mr Craig Hasson joined Otto as Group Financial Controller in November 2012 and was appointed
Chief Financial Officer in February 2014. Mr Hasson is a Chartered Accountant with over 13 years
of resource related financial experience in Australia, Europe, Africa and Asia.
Interest in shares and options
2,900,000 Performance rights.
Mr Matthew Worner LLB. B.Bus. Commercial Manager
Date appointed
9 March 2015
Experience and expertise
Mr Matthew Worner joined Otto as Commercial Manager in March 2015. Mr Worner is a former
corporate lawyer with specialist experience in IPO’s and capital raisings and having advised
listed companies on these matters in both Australia and overseas. Over the last 10 years Mr
Worner’s focus has been on the oil and gas sector, having worked in various in-house legal,
company secretarial, commercial and business development roles throughout Australia,
Europe, Africa and Asia.
Interest in shares and options
1,400,000 performance rights.
Mr Neil Hackett BEc F Fin, GAICD. Company Secretary
Date appointed
1 April 2015
Experience and expertise
Mr Hackett has over 20 years director, company secretarial, compliance and corporate
governance experience including 7 years ASX200 listed company secretary experience with
diversified industrial and financial services entities. Mr Hackett holds a Bachelor of Economics
and is a Fellow of Finsia, GAICD (Merit) and Affiliate of Corporate Governance Institute.
Interest in shares and options
None
Meetings of Directors
The number of meetings of the Company’s Board of Directors and of each Board Committee held during the year ended 30
June 2016, and the numbers of meetings attended by each Director were:
Director
Mr J Jetter
Mr M Allen
Mr I Macliver
Mr I Boserio
Rick Crabb (resigned)
Rufino Bomasang
(resigned)
Full meetings of Directors
Meetings of Audit
Committee
Remuneration and
Nomination Committee
Number
eligible to
attend
Number
attended
Number eligible
to attend
Number
attended
Number
eligible to
attend
Number
attended
9
9
9
9
4
4
9
9
9
9
4
4
-
-
2
1
1
-
-
-
2
1
1
-
1
-
1
-
-
-
1
-
1
-
-
-
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Remuneration Report (Audited)
The Directors of the Company have prepared this remuneration report to outline the overall remuneration strategy, policies
and practices, which were adopted by the consolidated entity in 2016 and which utilises the share rights and option plans
approved by the shareholders in 2013. The report has been prepared in accordance with Section 300A of the Corporations
Act 2001 and its regulations.
Otto Energy’s remuneration policy is designed to ensure that the level and form of compensation achieves certain objectives,
including:
a) attraction and retention of employees and management to pursue the consolidated entity’s strategy and goals;
b) delivery of value-adding outcomes for the consolidated entity;
c) fair and reasonable reward for past individual and consolidated entity performance; and
d) Incentive to deliver future individual and consolidated entity performance.
Remuneration consists of base salary, superannuation, short term incentives (STI) and long term incentives (LTI).
Remuneration is determined by reference to market conditions and performance. Performance is evaluated at an individual
level as well as the performance of the consolidated entity as a whole.
The remuneration policies and structure in 2016 were generally the same as for 2015.
Directors and Key Management Personnel disclosed in this report:
Directors
Mr John Jetter
Mr Matthew Allen
Mr Ian Macliver
Mr Ian Boserio
Mr Rick Crabb
Mr Rufino Bomasang
Non-Executive Chairman
Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer
Non-Executive Director
Non-Executive Director
Non-Executive Chairman (resigned 25 November 2015)
Non-Executive Director (resigned 25 November 2015
Key Management Personnel
Mr Paul Senycia
Mr Craig Hasson
Mr Matthew Worner
Vice President Exploration and New Ventures
Chief Financial Officer
Commercial Manager
Remuneration Governance
Role of the Remuneration and Nomination Committee
The Remuneration and Nomination Committee’s role is to review and recommend remuneration for Key Management
Personnel, review remuneration policies and practices, Company incentive schemes and superannuation arrangements.
The Committee considers independent advice where circumstances require, on the appropriateness of remuneration to
ensure the consolidated entity attracts, motivates and retains high quality people.
The ASX Listing Rules require that the maximum aggregate amount of remuneration to be allocated among the Non-Executive
Directors be approved by shareholders in a general meeting. In proposing the maximum amount for consideration by
shareholders and in determining the allocation, the Remuneration and Nomination Committee takes account of the time
demands made on Directors and such factors as fees paid to Non-Executive Directors in comparable Australian companies.
The Remuneration and Nomination Committee comprises of two Non-Executive Directors.
Remuneration arrangements for Directors and Executives are reviewed by the Remuneration and Nomination Committee
and recommended to the Board for approval. The Remuneration and Nomination Committee considers external data and
information, where appropriate, and may engage independent advisors where appropriate to establish market benchmarks.
Remuneration arrangements are determined in conjunction with the annual review of the performance of Directors,
Executives and employees of the consolidated entity. Performance of the Directors and the CEO of the consolidated entity is
evaluated by the Board, assisted by the Remuneration and Nomination Committee. The CEO reviews the performance of
Executives with the Remuneration and Nomination Committee. These evaluations take into account criteria such as the
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achievement toward the consolidated entity’s performance benchmarks and the achievement of individual performance
objectives.
Non-Executive Director Remuneration Policy
Non-Executive Directors of the consolidated entity are remunerated by way of fees, statutory superannuation, and LTI’s
where applicable. Fees are set to reflect current market levels based on the time, responsibilities and commitments
associated with the proper discharge of their duties as members of the Board.
The current base fees were last reviewed in June 2016. Non-Executive Directors’ fees are determined within an aggregate
Non-Executive Directors’ fee pool limit, which is periodically recommended for approval by shareholders. The maximum
currently stands at A$500,000 per annum and was approved by shareholders at the Annual General Meeting in January
2008.
Directors’ Fees
The following fees have applied:
Base fees
Chair
Other Non-Executive Directors
Other Non-Executive Directors (Philippines based) (i)
Additional fees
Audit Committee
Director of Otto Energy Investments Limited
Director of Otto Energy Philippines Inc.
From 1 July 2015 to 30 June 2016
From 1 July 2014 to 30 June 2015
A$ 125,000
A$ 75,000-90,000
US$ 30,000
A$ 10,000
US $22,000
US $22,000
A$ 125,000
A$ 75,000-90,000
US$ 72,000
A$ 10,000
US $24,000
US $24,000
(i) Mr R Bomasang resigned as Non-Executive Director of Otto Energy Limited on 25 November 2015
Retirement allowances for Non-Executive Directors
In line with ASX Corporate Governance Council Non-Executive Directors’ remuneration does not include retirement
allowances. Superannuation contributions required under the Australian superannuation guarantee legislation continue to
be made and are deducted from the Directors’ overall fee entitlements.
Appointment
The term of appointment is determined in accordance with the Company’s Constitution and is subject to the provisions of
the Constitution dealing with retirement, re-election and removal of Directors of the Company. The Constitution provides
that all Directors of the Company, other than the Managing Director, are subject to re-election by shareholders by rotation
every three years during the term of their appointment.
Directors and Executive Remuneration Policy and Framework
The remuneration arrangement for Directors and Executives of the consolidated entity for the year ended 30 June 2016 is
summarised below.
The remuneration structure in place for 2015/2016 applies to all employees including Key Management Personnel and staff
members of the consolidated entity. The consolidated entity’s remuneration structure has three elements:
a) Fixed annual remuneration or base salary (FAR) (including superannuation);
b) Short term incentive (STI) award which provides a reward for performance in the past year; and
c) Long term incentive (LTI) award which provides an incentive to deliver future Company performance.
Executive Remuneration Mix
In accordance with the consolidated entity’s objective to ensure that Executive remuneration is aligned to consolidated
entity’s performance, a significant portion of the Executives’ target pay is “at risk”.
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a)
Fixed Annual Remuneration (FAR) or base salary (including superannuation)
To attract and retain talented, qualified and effective employees, the consolidated entity pays competitive base
salaries which have been benchmarked to the market in which the consolidated entity operates. The consolidated
entity compiles competitive salary information on companies of comparable size in the oil and gas industry from
several sources. Where appropriate, information is obtained from surveys conducted by independent consultants
and national and international publications. In the past the Board had engaged independent advisors to review the
remuneration levels paid to the consolidated entity’s Key Management Personnel. An advisor was not retained for
the 2016 review.
FAR will be paid in cash and is not at risk other than by termination. Individual FAR is set each year based on job
description, competitive salary information sourced by the consolidated entity and overall competence in fulfilling
the requirements of the particular role.
There is no guaranteed base pay increases included in any Executives’ contracts.
Retirement benefits are delivered under the employees’ superannuation fund.
b)
Short-term incentives
Executives have the opportunity to earn an annual short-term incentive (STI) if predefined targets are achieved. The
CEO has a target STI opportunity of approximately 20% of FAR and other members of the Executive team have an STI
opportunity of approximately 20% of FAR. The targets are reviewed annually.
STI awards for the Executive team in the 2016 financial year were based on the scorecard measures and weightings
as disclosed below. These targets were set by the Board and the Remuneration and Nomination Committee and are
aligned to the Company’s strategic and business objectives.
Performance category
Health, safety & environment
Total shareholder return
Asset specific
New business development
Leadership
Weighting
10%
25%
30%
25%
10%
The Board and Remuneration and Nomination Committee are responsible for assessing whether the KPIs are met.
The Committee has the discretion to adjust short-term incentives downwards or upwards in light of unexpected or
unintended circumstances. During the year, all KPI’s were fully met other than Total Shareholder Return, however,
the Board in exercising its discretion and having regard to all achievements reached in calendar year 2015 (STI was
awarded in December 2015), including successful completion of the Galoc sale, capital return and dividend to
shareholders, successful farm down of the Hawkeye well, successful execution of Hawkeye exploration well and the
recovery of funds from BHPB, the full amount target STI was awarded.
c)
Long-term incentives
The consolidated entity believes that encouraging its employees to become shareholders is the best way of aligning
their interests with those of its shareholders. Long-term incentives are provided to certain employees via the Otto
Energy Limited Employee Performance Rights and Option Plan which was approved by shareholders at the 2013
Annual General Meeting.
The Otto Energy Limited Employee Performance Rights and Option Plan is designed to provide long-term incentives
for employees to deliver long-term shareholder returns. Under the plan, participants are granted performance rights
or options which only vest if certain performance conditions are met and the employees are still employed by the
consolidated entity at the end of the vesting period. Participation in the plan is at the Board’s discretion and no
individual has a contractual right to participate in the plan or to receive any guaranteed benefits.
Vesting of the performance rights are either time based or subject to Otto Energy Limited’s total shareholder return
(TSR), including share price growth, dividends and capital returns, over a three-year period.
Once vested, the performance rights are automatically converted into shares. Performance rights are granted under
the plan for no consideration.
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Four maximum LTI organisational benchmarks have been established as a percentage of individual FARs. These four
levels reflect the increased involvements of each level in pursuing and achieving the Company’s goals. These
benchmarks are set out in the following table.
Organisational Level
CEO
Management
Professional,
Technical &
Support
Support Staff
LTI Organisational Benchmarks
50%
40%
30%
10%
The total number of performance rights granted is subject to being reduced proportionately so that the total number
for performance rights is within:
i) The Board’s determined cap on the total number of performance rights which are issued as LTI awards in a given
year; and
ii) Any discretionary cap on the total number of rights on issue at any given time.
The Board has established an initial guideline that the total number of performance rights to be issued in a single year will be
capped at 1.7% of the fully paid issued capital of the Company as at the end of the prior year. In the event that the potential
total number of performance rights exceeds the cap then all awardees receive a pro-rated reduced number of performance
rights. This cap is at the discretion of the Board and may be altered depending on the prevailing context.
Share Trading Policy
The trading of shares issued to participants under any of the Company’s employee equity plans is subject to, and conditional
upon, compliance with the Company’s employee share trading policy. Executives are prohibited from entering into any
hedging arrangements over unvested rights or options under the Company’s employee option plan. The Company would
consider a breach of this policy as gross misconduct which may lead to disciplinary action and potentially dismissal.
Voting and comments made at the consolidated entity’s 2015 Annual General Meeting
Otto Energy Limited received more than 98% of “yes” votes on its remuneration report for the 2015 financial year. The
Company did not receive any specific feedback at the Annual General Meeting or throughout the year on its remuneration
practices.
Performance of Otto Energy Limited
The Corporates Act requires disclosure of the Company’s remuneration policy to contain a discussion of the Company’s
earnings and performance and the effect of the Company’s performance on shareholder wealth in the reporting period and
the four previous financial years. The table below provides a five year financial summary.
30 June 2012
30 June 2013
30 June 2014
30 June 2015
30 June 2016
US$’000
US$’000
US$’000
US$’000
US$’000
Revenue and Other Income*
33,996
64,387
8,197
1,357
27,093
Net profit/(loss) before tax from
continuing operations*
15,534
11,559
(16,808)
(16,389)
(20,084)
Net profit/(loss) after tax
14,878
745
13,295
16,404
(20,086)
Basic earnings per share (US cents)
1.31
0.07
1.16
1.42
(1.70)
Diluted earnings per share (US cents)
* For the periods prior to and up to 30 June 2013, amounts relating to Galoc Production Company are included in
Revenue and Other Income and continuing operations. Post 30 June 2013, amounts relating to Galoc Production
Company are included in discontinued operations.
1.16
1.25
0.07
1.41
(1.70)
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Details of Remuneration
The following tables show details of the remuneration received by the Directors and the Key Management Personnel of the
consolidated entity for the current and previous financial year.
Remuneration and other terms of employment for the Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer and Key Management
Personnel are formalised in service agreements. Each of these agreements provides for performance related conditions and
agreements relating to remuneration are set out below.
Year
Salary & Fees
A$
Superannuation
A$
Fixed remuneration
Annual
and long
service
leave
A$
Variable remuneration
Other
Benefits
A$ (v)
Cash
Bonus
A$
Optio
n
A$
Performance
Rights(i)
A$
Total
A$
Directors of Otto Energy Limited
Mr J Jetter (ii)
Mr R Crabb(iii)
Mr M Allen
Mr I Macliver
Mr I Boserio
Mr R Bomasang(iv)
Total director
remuneration
2016
2015
2016
2015
2016
2015
2016
2015
2016
2015
2016
2015
2016
2015
Key Management Personnel
111,875
90,000
47,565
114,155
-
-
-
-
453,241
34,092
445,000
5,737
77,626
77,626
68,493
68,493
101,545
138,517
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
4,519
10,845
30,000
30,000
7,374
7,374
6,507
6,507
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
5,263
1,702
86,758
100,000
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
860,345
34,092
933,791
5,737
48,400
54,726
5,263
1,702
86,758
100,000
Mr P Senycia
Mr C Hasson
Mr M Worner (vi)
Mr S Blenkinsop
(vii)
Total Key
Management
remuneration
2016
2015
2016
2015
2016
2015
2016
2015
2016
2015
2016
401,888
20,715
441,249
(1,883)
237,523
19,919
271,597
691
325,347
16,651
100,513
1,680
-
-
35,000
35,000
27,600
30,000
30,000
9,549
-
1,248
1,702
1,557
1,702
1,545
-
-
86,986
-
53,000
53,000
52,077
-
-
242,756
(7,265)
38,781
102,395
80,662
964,758
57,285
92,600
4,350
192,063
1,056,115
(6,777)
113,330
105,799
133,662
1,825,103
91,377
141,000
9,613
278,821
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
111,875
90,000
52,084
125,000
108,883
718,237
79,157
661,596
-
-
-
-
-
-
85,000
85,000
75,000
75,000
101,545
138,517
108,883
1,143,741
79,157
1,175,113
108,883
654,720
79,157
67,082
37,216
21,997
-
-
-
555,225
406,681
394,206
447,617
111,742
-
457,329
197,962
1,509,018
116,373
1,518,502
306,845
2,652,759
TOTAL
2015
(1,040)
1,989,906
2,693,615
168,056
(i) Performance rights have been valued using a hybrid Monte Carlo and Hull-White model. Further details of the share rights plan is contained in the Remuneration
Report pages 41 to 42 and Note 24
(ii) Mr J Jetter appointed as Non-Executive Chairman on 25 November 2015.
(iii) Mr Rick Crabb resigned as Non-Executive Chairman on 25 November 2015.
(iv) Mr R Bomasang resigned as Non-Executive Director on 25 November 2015.
(v) Car Parking provided by Company.
(vi) Mr M Worner was appointed as Commercial Manager on 9 March 2015.
(vii) Mr S Blenkinsop resigned as Company Secretary on 1 April 2015.
107,501
233,662
195,530
-
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The relative proportions of remuneration that are linked to performance and those that are not are as follows:
Name
Directors of Otto Energy Limited
Mr J Jetter
Mr M Allen
Mr I Macliver
Mr I Boserio
Mr R Crabb (ii)
Mr R Bomasang (iii)
Key Management Personnel of the consolidated entity
Mr P Senycia
Mr C Hasson
70%
71%
Fixed and Other
%
At risk – STI
%
At risk – LTI (i)
%
2016
2015
2016
2015
2016
2015
100%
73%
100%
100%
100%
100%
100%
73%
100%
100%
100%
100%
86%
78%
-
12%
-
-
-
-
13%
13%
-
15%
-
-
-
-
-
13%
-
15%
-
-
-
-
17%
16%
-
12%
-
-
-
-
14%
9%
Mr M Worner
(i) Since long-term incentives are provided exclusively by way of performance rights or options, the percentages disclosed also reflect the value of remuneration
consisting of performance rights and options, based on the value of performance rights or options expensed during the year.
(ii) Mr Rick Crabb resigned as Non-Executive Chairman on 25 November 2015.
(iii) Mr R Bomasang resigned as Non-Executive Director on 25 November 2015.
100%
83%
12%
5%
-
-
Name
Mr M Allen
Paul Senycia
Mr C Hasson
Total STI bonus
(Cash and deferred shares)
Total
opportunity
Awarded
%
$ (i)
86,758
86,986
53,000
100%
100%
100%
LTI Options
Forfeited
Value granted
Value exercise
%
-
-
-
$
-
-
-
$
-
-
-
-
Mr M Worner
(i) Amounts are exclusive of superannuation and based on contracted FAR at time of bonus payment.
(ii)Mr M Worner was appointed as Commercial Manager on 9 March 2015, bonus has been calculated on pro rata basis for 2015 calendar year.
56,000
100%
52,077(ii)
-
Service Agreements
On appointment to the Board, all Non-Executive Directors enter into a service agreement with the Company in the form of a
letter of appointment. The letter summarises the Board policies and terms, including remuneration, relevant to the office of
Director.
Remuneration and other terms of employment for the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer
and the Key Management Personnel are also formalised in service agreements. Each of these agreements provide for the
provision of performance related cash bonuses, and participation, when eligible, in the Otto Energy Limited Employee
Performance Rights or Option Plan. Other major provisions of the agreements relating to remuneration are set out below.
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All contracts with Executives may be terminated early by either party with notice, per individual agreement, subject to
termination payments as detailed below.
Name
Commencement of Contract
Base salary
including
superannuation (i)
$A
Termination benefit(ii)
Mr Matthew Allen
Managing Director and Chief
Executive Officer
Mr Paul Senycia
Vice President Exploration
Manager and New Ventures
Mr Craig Hasson
Chief Financial Officer
24 June 2015
$475,000
6 months base salary
12 April 2010 - 31 December 2015
1 January 2016
$476,250
$381,000
3 months base salary
26 February 2014
$304,684 (iii)
3 months base salary
Mr Matthew Worner
Commercial Manager
(i) Base salaries quoted are as at 30 June 2016; they are reviewed annually by the Board and the Remuneration and Nomination Committee.
(ii) Termination benefits are payable on early termination by the Company, other than for gross misconduct.
(iii) Base salary of Mr Craig Hasson was increased by 5% effective 1 Jan 2016.
1 months base salary
9 March 2015
$350,400
Share-Based Compensation
Otto Energy Limited has two forms of share based compensation for Key Management Personnel. They are performance
rights and options.
Performance Rights over Equity Instruments Granted
Performance rights granted to the Key Management Personnel were granted as remuneration unless otherwise noted. The
rights granted have no exercise price and are exercisable from the date of vesting and details of vesting periods are set out
at Note 24. All rights expire on the earlier of their expiry date or termination of individual’s employment. Performance rights
granted carry no dividend or voting rights.
The value of rights included in remuneration for the year is calculated in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards.
The assessed fair value at grant date of the performance rights is allocated equally over the period from grant date to vesting
date and the amount is included in the remuneration tables. Where rights vest fully in the year, the full value of the rights is
recognised in remuneration for that year.
The value of performance rights at the grant date is calculated as the fair value of the rights at grant date, using a hybrid
Monte Carlo and Hull-White model, multiplied by the number of rights granted.
No adjustment is made to the value included in remuneration or the financial results where the right ultimately has a lesser
or greater value than as at the date of grant. The inputs into the fair value calculation of the rights granted and outstanding
as of 30 June 2016 are set out in the following table.
Year ended 30 June 2016 – TSR based performance rights:
Measurement date
1 February
2017
1 February
2018
1 February
2019
1 February
2017
1 February
2018
1 February
2019
1 February
2016
1 February
2017
1 February
2018
Grant date
Expiry date
14 August
2015 (i)
14 August
2015 (i)
14 August
2015 (i)
23 April
2015
23 April
2015
23 April
2015
3 October
2014
3 October
2014
3 October
2014
31 December
2019
31 December
2019
31 December
2019
31 December
2019
31 December
2019
31 December
2019
31 December
2018
31 December
2018
31 December
2018
Rights on issue
466,667
466,667
466,666
2,000,001
2,000,001
1,999,998
2,100,000
2,100,000
2,100,000
Share price at grant – A$
0.06
0.06
0.06
0.11
0.11
0.11
0.09
0.09
0.09
Expected volatility
65.2%
60.4%
57.8%
47.7%
51.2%
51.2%
51.3%
52.4%
53.2%
Expected dividend yield
Risk free rate
Fair value - $A
Nil
1.96%
0.04
Nil
1.96%
0.04
Nil
1.96%
0.04
Nil
1.95%
0.06
Nil
1.90%
0.07
Nil
1.90%
0.07
Nil
2.60%
0.05
Total Value - $A
(i) On 14 August 2015, the Group issued 1,400,000 Performance Rights to Commercial Manager Matthew Worner.
$140,000
$120,000
$140,000
$18,667
$18,667
$18,667
$105,000
Nil
2.60%
0.05
Nil
2.60%
0.06
$105,000
$105,000
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Year ended 30 June 2015 – TSR based performance rights
Measurement Date
1 February
2017
1 February
2018
1 February
2019
1 February
2016
1 February
2017
1 February
2018
Grant date
23 April 2015
23 April 2015
23 April 2015
3 October
2014
3 October
2014
3 October
2014
Expiry date
31 December
2019
31 December
2019
31 December
2019
31 December
2018
31 December
2018
31 December
2018
Right on issue
2,000,001
2,000,001
1,999,998
2,100,000
2,100,000
2,100,000
Share price at grant – A$
Expected volatility
Expected dividend yield
Risk free rate
Fair value - $A
0.11
47.7%
Nil
1.95%
0.06
0.11
51.2%
Nil
1.90%
0.07
0.11
51.2%
Nil
1.90%
0.07
0.09
51.3%
Nil
2.60%
0.05
0.09
52.4%
Nil
2.60%
0.05
0.09
53.2%
Nil
2.60%
0.06
The expected price volatility is based upon the historic volatility (based on the remaining life of the options), adjusted for any
expected changes to future volatility due to publicly available information.
No cash benefit is received by Key Management Personnel of the consolidated entity, until the sale of the resultant shares,
which cannot be done unless and until the rights have vested and the shares issued.
The number of performance rights over ordinary shares held, granted to, vested and/or lapsed/expired by Directors of Otto
Energy Limited and Key Management Personnel as part of compensation during the year ended 30 June 2016 is set out below.
2016
Balance at
Start of Year
Granted as
Compensation
Vested
and
Exercisable
Lapsed/
Expired
Balance at
End of Year
Directors of Otto Energy Limited
Mr R Crabb
Mr M Allen
Mr I Macliver
Mr I Boserio
Mr J Jetter
Mr R Bomasang
-
4,700,000
-
-
-
-
4,700,000
Key Management Personnel of the consolidated entity
Mr P Senycia
Mr C Hasson
Mr M Worner
4,700,000
2,900,000
-
7,600,000
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
1,400,000
1,400,000
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
4,700,000
-
-
-
-
4,700,000
4,700,000
2,900,000
1,400,000
9,000,000
Options over Equity Instruments Granted
Options granted to the Directors and Key Management Personnel are granted as remuneration unless otherwise noted.
Options are issued under the Option Plan. There were no options relate to Directors and Key Management Personnel during
the financial year.
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DIRECTORS’ REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
DIRECTORS’ REPORT
For the year ending 30 June 2016
Shareholding
The number of shares in the company held during the financial year by each director and other members of key management
personnel of the consolidated entity, including their personally related parties, is set out below:
2016
Balance at Start
of Year
Granted During
the year
Directors of Otto Energy Limited
Mr J Jetter
Mr M Allen
Mr I Macliver
Mr I Boserio
16,089,175
3,500,000
4,549,721
-
24,138,896
Key Management Personnel of the consolidated entity
Mr P Senycia
Mr C Hasson
Mr M Worner
3,000,000
112,500
-
3,112,500
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Received
through
conversion of
performance
rights during the
Year
Other Changes
During Year
Balance at End
of Year
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
16,089,175
143,000
-
-
3,643,000
4,549,721
-
143,000
24,281,896
(1,400,000)
(112,500)
-
1,600,000
-
-
(1,512,500)
1,600,000
Outstanding Balances arising from Sales/Purchases of Goods and Services
There are no balances outstanding at the end of the reporting period in relation to transactions with key management
personnel and their related parties (2015: nil).
End of Audited Remuneration Report
Diversity
Proportion of women employees in Otto Energy Limited
Whole organisation
Senior Executive positions
Board
Shares under Option
Number
5/9
0/3
0/4
Proportion
56%
0%
0%
Unissued ordinary shares of Otto Energy Limited under option and performance rights at the date of this report are as
follows:
Date of Granted
Date of Expiry
Exercise price of performance
rights or options
A$
Number
Options
2-Dec-13
Performance Rights
3-Oct-14
23-Apr-15
14 Aug 15
2-Dec-16
31-Dec-18
31-Dec-19
31-Dec-19
0.0549
8,000,000
8,000,000
6,799,998
6,475,000
1,400,000
14,674,998
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FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
DIRECTORS’ REPORT
For the year ending 30 JUNE 2016
No option holder has any right under the options to participate in any other share issue of the Company or any other entity.
Included in these performance rights or options were performance rights or options granted as remuneration to the Directors
and Key Management Personnel during the year. Details of performance rights and options granted to Key Management
Personnel are disclosed on pages 41 to 42.
Insurance of Officers and Indemnity of Auditors
During the financial year, the Company paid a premium of US$48,806 to insure the Directors and officers of the Company
and its controlled entities, and the managers of each of the divisions of the consolidated entity.
The liabilities insured are legal costs that may be incurred in defending civil or criminal proceedings that may be brought
against the officers in their capacity as officers of entities in the consolidated entity, and any other payments arising from
liabilities incurred by the officers in connection with such proceedings. This does not include such liabilities that arise from
conduct involving a wilful breach of duty by the officers or the improper use by the officers of their position or of information
to gain advantage for them or someone else or to cause detriment to the Company. It is not possible to apportion the
premium between amounts relating to the insurance against legal costs and those relating to other liabilities.
Proceedings on Behalf of Company
No person has applied to the Court under section 237 of the Corporations Act 2001 for leave to bring proceedings on behalf
of the Company, or to intervene in any proceedings to which the Company is a party, for the purpose of taking responsibility
on behalf of the Company for all or part of those proceedings.
No proceedings have been brought or intervened in on behalf of the Company with leave of the Court under section 237 of
the Corporations Act 2001.
Rounding of amounts
The Company is of a kind referred to in ASIC Corporations Legislative Instrument 2016/191, relating to the ‘rounding off’ of
amounts in the financial statements. Amounts in the financial statements have been rounded off in accordance with that
Class Order to the nearest thousand dollars, or in certain cases, the nearest dollar.
Non-Audit Services
The Company may decide to employ the auditor on assignments additional to their statutory audit duties where the auditor’s
expertise and experience with the Company and/or the consolidated entity are important. Details of the amounts paid or
payable to the auditor (BDO Australia) for non-audit services provided during the year are set out below.
The Board of Directors has considered the position and, in accordance with advice received from the Audit Committee, is
satisfied that the provision of the non-audit services is compatible with the general standard of independence for auditors
imposed by the Corporations Act 2001. The Directors are satisfied that the provision of non-audit services by the auditor, as
set out below, did not compromise the auditor independence requirements of the Corporations Act 2001 for the following
reasons:
all non-audit services have been reviewed by the Audit Committee to ensure they do not impact the impartiality and
objectivity of the auditor; and
none of the services undermine the general principles relating to auditor independence as set out in APES 110 Code of
Ethics for Professional Accountants.
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DIRECTORS’ REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
45
ANNUAL REPORT 2016 OTTO ENERGY DIRECTORS’ REPORT For the year ending 30 June 2016 45 During the year the following fees were paid or payable for non-audit services provided by the auditor of the parent entity, its related practices and non-related audit firms: 2016 2015 US$ US$ BDO Australian firm: Other assurance services 198 - Total remuneration for other assurance services 198 - Tax compliance services 23,805 29,431 Tax consulting and tax advice services 25,558 105,332 Total remuneration for taxation services 49,363 134,763 Remuneration services 7,048 - Total remuneration for remuneration services 7,048 - Total remuneration for non-audit services 56,609 134,763 Auditor’s Independence Declaration A copy of the auditor’s independence declaration as required under section 307C of the Corporations Act 2001 is set out on page 46. Auditor BDO continues in office in accordance with section 327 of the Corporations Act 2001. This report is made in accordance with a resolution of Directors. Mr I Macliver DIRECTOR 19 September 2016 AUDITOR’S INDEPENDENCE DECLARATION
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
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ANNUAL REPORT 2016 OTTO ENERGYCONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF PROFIT OR LOSS AND
OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF PROFIT OR LOSS AND
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
For the year ending 30 June 2016
Revenue and other income
Profit/(Loss) on disposal of property, plant and equipment
Other expenses from ordinary activities
Employee benefit expense
Depreciation & amortisation
Exploration expenditure
Other expenses
Foreign currency losses
Loss before income tax
Income tax expense
Loss after income tax for the year from continuing operations
Profit after tax for the year from discontinued operations
Net (loss)/profit for the year
Other comprehensive income
Other comprehensive income for the year net of tax
Total comprehensive (loss)/profit for the year attributable to ordinary equity
holders of Otto Energy Limited
Loss per share for loss from continuing operations attributable to the ordinary
equity holders of the Company:
Basic loss per share (US cents)
Diluted loss per share (US cents)
(Loss)/Earnings per share for (loss)/profit attributable to the ordinary equity
holders of the Company:
Basic (loss)/ earnings per share
Diluted (loss)/ earnings per share
Note
2016
2015*
(Restated)
US$’000
US$’000
4
5
5
6
5
7
8
27,093
13
(2,842)
(88)
(41,479)
(2,751)
(30)
1,357
(112)
(4,008)
(235)
(10,281)
(2,209)
(901)
(20,084)
(16,389)
(2)
-
(20,086)
(16,389)
-
(20,086)
32,793
16,404
-
-
-
-
(20,086)
16,404
Note
2016
2015*
(Restated)
US cents
US cents
20
20
20
20
(1.70)
(1.70)
(1.42)
(1.41)
(1.70)
(1.70)
1.42
1.41
* The 30 June 2015 statement of profit and loss and other comprehensive income has been restated pursuant to the Company’s voluntary change in
accounting policy for exploration and evaluation expenditure and recognition of assets (Note 1(b)).
The above consolidated statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income should be read in conjunction with the
accompanying notes.
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION
AS AT 30 JUNE 2016
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION
As at 30 June 2016
Note
2016
2015*
(Restated)
2014*
(Restated)
US$’000
US$’000
US$’000
Current Assets
Cash and cash equivalents
Trade and other receivables
Other current assets
Inventories
Total Current Assets
Non-Current Assets
Other assets
Property, plant and equipment
Oil and gas properties
Total Non-Current Assets
Total Assets
Current Liabilities
Trade and other payables
Provisions
Total Current Liabilities
Non-Current Liabilities
Provisions
Deferred tax liabilities
Total Non-Current Liabilities
Total Liabilities
NET ASSETS
Equity
Contributed equity
Reserves
Accumulated losses
Total Equity
10
11
12
13
12
14
15
16
17
17
18
19
20,309
41,206
107
414
-
20,830
-
73
2,717
2,790
23,620
722
197
919
224
-
224
1,143
22,477
81,895
13,662
(73,080)
22,477
-
701
2,422
44,329
6
151
-
157
7,735
18
1,758
2,941
12,452
7,955
496
91,460
99,911
44,486
112,363
2,800
98
2,898
68
-
68
2,966
41,520
4,755
2,638
7,393
8,910
13,935
22,845
30,238
82,125
81,104
13,410
(52,994)
41,520
131,577
13,145
(62,597)
82,125
* The 1 July 2014 and 30 June 2015 consolidated statement of financial position has been restated pursuant to the Company’s voluntary change in
accounting policy for exploration and evaluation expenditure and recognition of assets (Note 1 (b)).
The above consolidated statement of financial position should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes.
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY CONSOLIDATED
STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
For the year ending 30 June 2016
Balance as at 1 July 2014
Correction in Change of Accounting Policy (note 1(b))*
Balance restated as at 1 July 2014*
Total comprehensive profit for the year
Total comprehensive profit for the year
Transactions with owners in their capacity as owners
Share based payment
Share capital return (Note 18)
Cash dividends (Note 9)
Balance as at 30 June 2015*
Total comprehensive loss for the year
Loss for the year
Total comprehensive Loss for the year
Transactions with owners in their capacity as owners
Share based payments
Shares Issued
Balance as at 30 June 2016
Attributable to owners of Otto Energy Limited
Contributed
Equity
US$’000
Accumulated
Losses
US$’000
Other
Reserves
US$’000
Total
Equity
US$’000
131,577
-
131,577
-
-
-
(50,473)
-
81,104
-
-
-
791
(53,548)
(9,049)
(62,597)
16,404
16,404
-
-
(6,801)
(52,994)
13,145
-
13,145
-
-
265
-
-
13,410
91,174
(9,049)
82,125
16,404
16,404
265
(50,473)
(6,801)
41,520
(20,086)
(20,086)
-
-
(20,086)
(20,086)
-
-
252
-
252
791
81,895
(73,080)
13,662
22,477
* The 1 July 2014 and 30 June 2015 consolidated statement of changes in equity has been restated pursuant to the Company’s voluntary change in
accounting policy for exploration and evaluation expenditure and recognition of assets (Note 1 (b)).
The above consolidated statement of changes in equity should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes.
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
For the year ending 30 June 2016
Note
2016
2015*
(Restated)
US$’000
US$’000
Cash flows from operating activities
Funds received from BHPB and Pryce Gases for Hawkeye Well
Receipts from customers
Receipts from recharges to Joint Venture
Payment to suppliers and employees
Payments for exploration and evaluation expense
Interest received
Income taxes paid
26,042
-
942
(4,554)
(41,150)
82
(2)
Net cash (inflow) / outflow from operating activities
26
(18,640)
Cash flows from investing activities
Payments for property, plant and equipment
Proceeds from sale of property, plant and equipment
Payments for Development and evaluation
Loan to other entities
Net proceeds from sale of controlled entities (net of cash disposed)
Net cash (inflow)/outflow from investing activities
Cash flows from financing activities
Dividends paid
Return of capital
Net cash outflow from financing activities
Net (decrease)/increase in cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the financial year
Effects of exchange rate changes on cash
Cash and cash equivalents at end of year
(6)
34
(2,277)
-
-
(2,249)
-
-
-
(20,889)
41,206
(8)
20,309
9
18
10
-
45,217
-
(19,352)
(9,590)
503
(6,354)
10,424
(13)
10
-
165
80,400
80,562
(6,832)
(50,703)
(57,535)
33,451
7,735
20
41,206
* The 30 June 2015 consolidated statement of cash flows has been reclassified between operating activities and investing activities pursuant to the
Company’s voluntary change in accounting policy for exploration and evaluation expenditure and recognition of assets (Note 1 (b)).
The above consolidated statement of cash flows should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
51
ANNUAL REPORT 2016 OTTO ENERGY NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the year ending 30 June 2016 51 1. Statement of Significant Accounting Policies The principal accounting policies adopted in the preparation of these consolidated financial statements are set out below. These policies have been consistently applied to all the years presented, unless otherwise stated. The financial statements are for the consolidated entity consisting of Otto Energy Limited and its subsidiaries. a) Basis of preparation These general purpose financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards and interpretations issued by the Australian Accounting Standards Board (“AASB”) and the Corporations Act 2001, as appropriate for for-profit-oriented entities. Otto Energy Limited is a for-profit entity for the purpose of preparing the financial statements. The Consolidated financial statements were approved for issue by the Board of Directors on 19 September 2016. Compliance with IFRS The consolidated financial statements of the Otto Energy Limited Group also comply with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB). New, revised or amended Accounting Standards and Interpretations adopted by the consolidated entity A number of new or amended standards became applicable for the current reporting period. The adoption of these Accounting standards however, did not have any significant impact on the financial performance or position of the consolidated entity. Any new, revised and amending Accounting Standards or interpretations that are not yet mandatory have not been early adopted. Standards issued but not yet effective The Accounting Standards and Interpretations that are issued but not yet effective up to the date of issuance of the Group’s financial statements are disclosed below. The Group intends to adopt these standards and interpretations, if applicable, when they become effective. Reference and Title Summary Application date of standard Impact on Otto Energy Ltd financial statements AASB 9 - Financial Instruments AASB 9 (December 2014) is a new Principal standard which replaces AASB 139. This new Principal version supersedes AASB 9 issued in December 2009 (as amended) and AASB 9 (issued in December 2010) and includes a model for classification and measurement, a single, forward-looking ‘expected loss’ impairment model and a substantially-reformed approach to hedge accounting. AASB 9 is effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 January 2018. However, the Standard is available for early application Annual reporting periods commencing on or after 1 January 2018 When this standard is first adopted from 1 July 2018, there will be no impact on transactions and balances recognised in the financial statements. AASB 15 – Revenue from Contracts with Customers An entity will recognise revenue to depict the transfer of promised goods or services to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration to which the entity expects to be entitled in exchange for those goods or services. This means that revenue will be recognised when control of goods or services is transferred, rather than on transfer of risks and rewards as is currently the case under IAS 18 Revenue. Annual reporting periods beginning on or after 1 January 2017 When this standard is first adopted from 1 July 2017, this standard will not significant impact transactions and balances recognised in the financial statements. AASB 16 (issued February 2016) Leases AASB 16 eliminates the operating and finance lease classifications for lessees currently accounted for under AASB 117 Leases. It instead requires an entity to bring most leases onto its balance sheet in a similar way to how existing finance leases are treated under AASB 117. An entity will be required to recognise a lease liability and a right of use asset in its balance sheet for most leases. There are some optional exemptions for leases with a period of 12 months or less and for low value leases. Lessor accounting remains largely unchanged from AASB 117. Annual reporting periods beginning on or after 1 January 2019. When this standard is first adopted from 1 July 2018, there will be minimal impact on transactions and balances recognised in the financial statements. NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
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ANNUAL REPORT 2016 OTTO ENERGYNOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the year ending 30 June 2016 52 Reference and Title Summary Application date of standard Impact on Otto Energy Ltd financial statements AASB 2015-1 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards – Annual Improvements to Australian Accounting Standards 2012-2014 Cycle The subjects of the principal amendments to the Standards are set out below: AASB 119 Employee Benefits Discount rate: regional market issue – clarifies that the high quality corporate bonds used to estimate the discount rate for post-employment benefit obligations should be denominated in the same currency as the liability. Further it clarifies that the depth of the market for high quality corporate bonds should be assessed at the currency level. Annual reporting periods commencing on or after 1 January 2016 There will be no impact on the financial statements when these amendments are first adopted because they apply prospectively to share-based payment transactions for which the grant date is on or after 1 January 2016. AASB 2015-2 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards – Disclosure Initiative: Amendments to AASB 101 The Standard makes amendments to AASB 101 Presentation of Financial Statements arising from the IASB’s Disclosure Initiative project. The amendments are designed to further encourage companies to apply professional judgement in determining what information to disclose in the financial statements. For example, the amendments make clear that materiality applies to the whole of financial statements and that the inclusion of immaterial information can inhibit the usefulness of financial disclosures. The amendments also clarify that companies should use professional judgement in determining where and in what order information is present in the financial disclosures. Annual reporting periods commencing on or after 1 January 2016 There will be no impact on the financial statements when these amendments are first adopted because this is a disclosure standard only. Critical accounting estimates The preparation of financial statements requires the use of certain critical accounting estimates. It also requires management to exercise its judgement in the process of applying the consolidated entity’s accounting policies. The areas involving a higher degree of judgement or complexity, or areas where assumptions and estimates are significant to the financial statements are disclosed in Note 2. b) Voluntary Change in Accounting Policy – Exploration and evaluation expense and recognition of assets The report for the year ended 30 June 2016 has been prepared on the basis of a retrospective application of a voluntary change in accounting policy relating to exploration and evaluation expense. In previous reporting periods, the costs incurred in connection with exploration of areas with current rights of tenure were capitalised to the Statement of Financial Position. The criteria for carrying forward the costs were: • Such costs are expected to be recovered through successful development and exploitation of the area of interest, or alternatively by its sale; or • Exploration and/or evaluation activities are continuing in the area of interest have not yet reached a stage which permits a reasonable assessment of the existence or otherwise of economically recoverable reserves, and active and significant operations in, or in relation to, the area are continuing. Costs carried forward in respect of an area of interest that was abandoned were written off in the year in which the decision to abandon was made. The new accounting policy was adopted as at 1 July 2015 and has been applied retrospectively. Under the new policy, exploration expenditure including cost of acquisition is expensed to the Statement of Profit or Loss and Other Comprehensive Income in the year when it is incurred. Evaluation and Development costs continue to be accounted for under the same policy which has been applied in previous reporting periods. Evaluation is deemed to be activities undertaken from the beginning of the definitive feasibility study or testing conducted to assess the technical commercial viability of extracting a resource before moving into the Development phase. The Directors are of the opinion that the change in accounting policy provides users with more relevant and no less reliable information as the policy is more transparent and less subjective. Both the previous and new accounting policies are NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
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ANNUAL REPORT 2016 OTTO ENERGY NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the year ending 30 June 2016 53 compliant with AASB 6 Exploration for and Evaluation of Mineral Resources. The impact of this change in accounting policy is reflected below: The capitalised exploration and evaluation asset previously reported as at 30 June 2015 has decreased by $18.645 million (2014: decreased by $9.049 million). Accumulated losses brought forward at 1 July 2014 increased by US$9.049 million. Net profit after tax previously reported as at 30 June 2015 has decreased by US$9.596 million and restated as US$16.404 million. Basic and diluted loss per share from continuing operations and net earnings per share have also been restated. The amount of the impact for the new result for the period ended 30 June 2015 of the change in accounting policy stated as below: Loss per share from continuing operations attributable to the ordinary equity holders of the Company: 30 June 2015 Basic loss per share (US cents) (1.42) Diluted loss per share (US cents) (1.41) c) Principles of consolidation Subsidiaries The consolidated financial statements incorporate the assets and liabilities of all subsidiaries of Otto Energy Limited (‘Company’ or ‘parent entity’) as at 30 June 2016 and the results of all subsidiaries for the year then ended. Otto Energy Limited and its subsidiaries together are referred to in this financial report as the consolidated entity. Subsidiaries are all entities (including special purpose entities) over which the consolidated entity has the power to govern the financial and operating policies, generally accompanying a shareholding of more than one-half of the voting rights. The existence and effect of potential voting rights that are currently exercisable or convertible are considered when assessing whether the consolidated entity controls another entity. Subsidiaries are fully consolidated from the date on which control is transferred to the consolidated entity. They are de-consolidated from the date that control ceases. Intercompany transactions, balances and unrealised gains on transactions between consolidated entity companies are eliminated. Unrealised losses are also eliminated unless the transaction provides evidence of the impairment of the asset transferred. Accounting policies of subsidiaries have been changed where necessary to ensure consistency with the policies adopted by the consolidated entity. The acquisition method of accounting is used to account for business combinations by the consolidated entity (refer to Note 1(i)). A change in ownership interest, without the loss of control, is accounted for as an equity transaction, where the difference between the consideration transferred and the book value of the share of the non-controlling interest acquired is recognised directly in equity attributable to the parent. Non-controlling interests in the results and equity of subsidiaries are shown separately in the consolidated statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income, statement of changes in equity and statement of financial position respectively. Joint arrangements Jointly controlled assets The consolidated entity’s share of the assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses of joint arrangement operations have been incorporated into the financial statements in the appropriate items of the consolidated statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income and consolidated statement of financial position. Details of joint arrangements are set out in Note 22. d) Segment reporting Operating segments are reported in a manner consistent with the internal reporting provided to the chief operating decision maker. The chief operating decision maker, who is responsible for allocating resources and assessing performance of the operating segments, has been identified as the Board. Management has determined that based on the report reviewed by the Board and used to make strategic decisions, that the consolidated entity has four reportable segments. NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
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ANNUAL REPORT 2016 OTTO ENERGYNOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the year ending 30 June 2016 54 e) Foreign currency translation Functional and presentation currency Items included in the financial statements of each of the consolidated entity’s entities are measured using the currency of the primary economic environment in which the entity operates (‘the functional currency’). The consolidated financial statements are presented in United States dollars, which is Otto Energy Limited’s functional and presentation currency. Transactions and balances Foreign currency transactions are translated into the functional currency 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 year end exchange rates of monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are recognised in profit or loss. Consolidated entity companies The results and financial position of foreign operations (none of which has the currency of a hyperinflationary economy) that have a functional currency different from the presentation currency are translated into the presentation currency as follows: assets and liabilities for each statement of financial position account presented are translated at the closing rate at the date of that statement of financial position income and expenses for each statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income account are translated at average exchange rates (unless this is not a reasonable approximation of the 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. On consolidation, exchange differences arising from the translation of any net investment in foreign entities, and of borrowings and other financial instruments designated as hedges of such investments, are recognised in other comprehensive income. When a foreign operation is sold or any borrowings forming part of the net investment are repaid, the associated exchange differences are reclassified to profit or loss, as part of the gain or loss on sale. f) Revenue recognition Revenue is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable to the extent that it is probable that economic benefits will flow to the consolidated entity and the revenue can be reliably measured. Sale of oil Revenue from the sale of oil is recognised when the consolidated entity has transferred to the buyer the significant risks and rewards of ownership of the goods. Interest revenue Interest income is recognised on a time proportionate basis that takes into account the effective yield on the financial asset. Dividends Dividends are recognised as revenue when the right to receive payment is established. g) Income tax The income tax expense or revenue for the period is the tax payable on the current period’s taxable income based on the applicable income tax rate for each jurisdiction adjusted by changes in deferred tax assets and liabilities attributable to temporary differences and to unused tax losses. 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 consolidated financial statements. However, deferred tax liabilities are not recognised if they arise from the initial recognition of goodwill. Deferred income tax is also 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. Deferred income tax is determined using tax rates (and laws) NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
For the year ending 30 June 2016
that have been enacted or substantially enacted by the end of the reporting period and are expected to apply when the
related deferred income tax asset is realised or the deferred income tax liability is settled.
Deferred tax assets are recognised for deductible temporary differences and unused tax losses only if it is probable that future
taxable amounts will be available to utilise those temporary differences and losses.
Deferred tax liabilities and assets are not recognised for temporary differences between the carrying amount and tax bases
of investments in foreign operations where the Company is able to control the timing of the reversal of the temporary
differences and it is probable that the differences will not reverse in the foreseeable future.
Deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset when there is a legally enforceable right to offset current tax assets and liabilities
and when the deferred tax balances relate to the same taxation authority. Current tax assets and tax liabilities are offset
where the entity has a legally enforceable right to offset and intends either to settle on a net basis, or to realise the asset and
settle the liability simultaneously.
Current and deferred tax is recognised in profit or 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.
h) Leases
Leases in which a significant portion of the risks and rewards of ownership are not transferred to the consolidated entity as
lessee are classified as operating leases. Payments made under operating leases (net of any incentives received from the
lessor) are charged to profit or loss on a straight-line basis over the period of the lease.
i) Business combinations
The purchase method of accounting is used to account for all business combinations, including business combinations
involving entities or businesses under common control, regardless of whether equity instruments or other assets are
acquired. Cost is measured as the fair value of the assets given, equity instruments issued or liabilities incurred or assumed
at the date of exchange. Where equity instruments are issued in an acquisition, the fair value of the instruments is their
published market price as at the date of exchange unless, in rare circumstances, it can be demonstrated that the published
price at the date of exchange is an unreliable indicator of fair value. Any directly attributable costs of acquisition are expensed.
Identifiable assets acquired and liabilities and contingent liabilities assumed in a business combination are measured initially
at their fair values at the acquisition date, irrespective of the extent of any non-controlling interest. The excess of the cost of
acquisition over the fair value of the consolidated entity’s share of the identifiable net assets acquired is recorded as goodwill.
If the cost of acquisition is less than the consolidated entity's share of the fair value of the identifiable net assets of the
subsidiary acquired, the difference is recognised directly in the statement of profit or loss, but only after a reassessment of
the identification and measurement of the net assets acquired.
Where settlement of any part of cash consideration is deferred, the amounts payable in the future are discounted to their
present value as at the date of exchange. The discount rate used is the entity’s incremental borrowing rate, being the rate at
which a similar borrowing could be obtained from an independent financier under comparable terms and conditions.
j)
Exploration Expenditure
Costs incurred in the exploration stages of specific areas of interest are expensed against the profit or loss as incurred. All
exploration expenditure, including general permit activity, geological and geophysical costs, new venture activity costs and
drilling exploration wells, is expensed as incurred. The costs of acquiring interests in new exploration licences is expensed.
Once an exploration discovery has been determined, evaluation and development expenditure is capitalised to the
Statement of Financial Position as Oil and Gas Properties.
k)
Impairment of assets
Assets are tested for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount may not
be recoverable. An impairment loss is recognised for the amount by which the asset’s carrying amount exceeds its recoverable
amount. The recoverable amount is the higher of an asset’s fair value less cost to sell and value in use. For the purposes of
assessing impairment, assets are grouped at the lowest levels for which there are separately identifiable cash inflows which
are largely independent of the cash inflows from other assets or groups of assets (cash-generating units). Non-financial assets
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
For the year ending 30 June 2016
other than goodwill that suffered impairment are reviewed for possible reversal of the impairment at the end of each
reporting period.
l)
Cash and cash equivalents
For the purpose of presentation in the statement of cash flows, cash and cash equivalents includes cash on hand, deposits
held at call with financial institutions, other short-term, highly liquid investments with original maturities of three months or
less that are readily convertible to known amounts of cash and which are subject to an insignificant risk of changes in value.
m) Trade receivables
Trade receivables are recognised initially at fair value and subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective
interest method, less provision for impairment. Trade receivables are generally due for settlement within 30 days. They are
presented as current assets unless collection is not expected for more than 12 months after the reporting date. Collectability
of trade receivables is reviewed on an ongoing basis. Debts which are known to be uncollectible are written off by reducing
the carrying amount directly. An allowance account (provision for impairment of trade receivables) is used when there is
objective evidence that the consolidated entity will not be able to collect all amounts due according to the original terms of
the receivables.
Significant financial difficulties of the debtor, probability that the debtor will enter bankruptcy or financial reorganisation,
and default or delinquency in payments (more than 30 days overdue) are considered indicators that the trade receivable is
impaired. The amount of the impairment allowance is the difference between the asset’s carrying amount and the present
value of estimated future cash flows, discounted at the original effective interest rate. Cash flows relating to short-term
receivables are not discounted if the effect of discounting is immaterial.
The amount of the impairment loss is recognised in profit or loss within other expenses. When a trade receivable for which
an impairment allowance had been recognised becomes uncollectible in a subsequent period, it is written off against the
allowance account. Subsequent recoveries of amounts previously written off are credited against other expenses in profit or
loss.
n)
Inventories
Inventories are valued at the lower of cost and net realisable value. Costs, including an appropriate portion of fixed and
variable overhead expenses, are assigned to inventory on hand by the method most appropriate to each particular class of
inventory, with the majority being valued on weighted average. Net realisable value represents the estimated selling price
less all estimated costs of completion and costs to be incurred in marketing, selling and distribution.
o) Discontinued operations
A discontinued operation is a component of the entity that has been disposed of or is classified as held for sale and that
represents a separate major line of business or geographical area of operations, is part of a single co-ordinated plan to dispose
of such a line of business or area of operations, or is a subsidiary acquired exclusively with a view to resale. The results of
discontinued operations are presented separately in the profit or loss.
p) Other financial assets
Other financial assets are initially measured at fair value. Transaction costs are included as part of the initial measurement,
except for financial assets at fair value through profit or loss. They are subsequently measured at either amortised cost or
fair value depending on their classification. Classification is determined based on the purpose of the acquisition and
subsequent reclassification to other categories is restricted. The fair values of quoted investments are based on current bid
prices. For unlisted investments, the consolidated entity establishes fair value by using valuation techniques. These include
the use of recent arm's length transactions, reference to other instruments that are substantially the same, discounted cash
flow analysis, and option pricing models.
Financial assets are derecognised when the rights to receive cash flows from the financial assets have expired or have been
transferred and the consolidated entity has transferred substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership.
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FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
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ANNUAL REPORT 2016 OTTO ENERGY NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the year ending 30 June 2016 57 Impairment of financial assets The consolidated entity assesses at the end of each reporting period whether there is any objective evidence that a financial asset or group of financial assets is impaired. Objective evidence includes significant financial difficulty of the issuer or obligor; a breach of contract such as default or delinquency in payments; the lender granting to a borrower concessions due to economic or legal reasons that the lender would not otherwise do; it becomes probable that the borrower will enter bankruptcy or other financial reorganisation; the disappearance of an active market for the financial asset; or observable data indicating that there is a measurable decrease in estimated future cash flows. The amount of the impairment allowance for financial assets carried at cost is the difference between the asset’s carrying amount and the present value of estimated future cash flows, discounted at the current market rate of return for similar financial assets. q) Property, plant and equipment Property, plant and equipment other than Oil and Gas Properties are stated at historical cost less depreciation. Historical cost includes expenditure that is directly attributable to the acquisition of the items. Depreciation is calculated using the straight-line method to allocate their cost over their estimated useful lives to estimate residual value. The following estimated useful lives are used in the calculation of depreciation: Plant and equipment 5 years Furniture and equipment 3 - 10 years The assets’ residual values and useful lives are reviewed, and adjusted if appropriate, at the end of each reporting period. An asset’s carrying amount is written down immediately to its recoverable amount if the asset’s carrying amount is greater than its estimated recoverable amount (Note 1(k)). Gains and losses on disposals are determined by comparing proceeds with carrying amount. These are included in profit or loss. When revalued assets are sold, it is consolidated entity policy to transfer any amounts included in other reserves in respect of those assets to retained earnings. r) Oil and gas properties Producing assets Producing projects are stated at cost less accumulated amortisation and impairment charges. Producing projects include evaluation, construction, installation or completion of production and infrastructure facilities such as platforms and pipelines, development wells, acquired development or producing assets, capitalised borrowing costs and the estimated costs of dismantling and restoration. Evaluation is deemed to be activities undertaken from the beginning of the definitive feasibility study or testing conducted to assess the technical commercial viability of extracting a resource before moving into the development phase. Subsequent capital costs are capitalised only when it is probable that future economic benefits associated with the item will flow to the Group. Prepaid drilling and completion costs Where the Company has a non-operator interest in an oil or gas property, it may periodically be required to make a cash contribution for its share of the Operator’s estimated drilling and/or completion costs, in advance of these operations taking place. Where these contributions relate to a prepayment for exploratory or early stage drilling activity, prior to a decision on the commerciality of a well having been made, the costs are expensed in profit or loss as cash call paid. The Operator notifies the Company as to how funds have been expended and any relevant costs are reclassified from exploration expense and capitalised to deferred Oil and Gas Properties. Where these contributions relate to a prepayment for well completion, these costs are capitalised as prepaid completion costs within Oil and Gas Properties. NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
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ANNUAL REPORT 2016 OTTO ENERGYNOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the year ending 30 June 2016 58 Commencement of production When a well demonstrates commercial feasibility or comes into commercial production, accumulated development and evaluation expenditure for the relevant area of interest is amortised on a units of production basis. Amortisation and depreciation of producing projects The consolidated entity uses the “units of production” (“UOP”) approach when amortising and depreciating field-specific assets. Using this method of amortisation and depreciation requires the consolidated entity to compare the actual volume of production to the reserves and then to apply this determined rate of depletion to the carrying value of the depreciable asset. Capitalised producing projects costs relating to commercially producing wells are depreciated/amortised using the UOP basis once commercial quantities are being produced within an area of interest. The reserves used in these calculations are the Proved plus Probable reserves and are reviewed at least annually. Future restoration costs The consolidated entity’s aim is to avoid or minimise environmental impact resulting from its operations. Provision is made in the statement of financial position for the estimated cost of legal and constructive obligations to restore operating locations in the period in which the obligation arises. The estimated costs are capitalised as part of the cost of the related project where recognition occurs upon acquisition of an interest in the operating locations. The carrying amount capitalised is amortised on a unit of production basis during the production phase of the project. Work scope and cost estimates for restoration are reviewed annually and adjusted to reflect the expected cost of restoration. Restoration costs are based on the latest estimated future costs, determined on a discounted basis, which are re-assessed regularly and exclude any allowance for potential changes in technology or material changes in legislative requirements. Provisions for future restoration are made where there is a present obligation as a result of development or production activity, and is capitalised as a component of the cost of those activities. The consolidated entity accounts for changes in cost estimates on a prospective basis. s) Trade and other payables These amounts represent liabilities for goods and services provided to the consolidated entity prior to the end of financial year which are unpaid. The amounts are unsecured and are usually paid within 30 days of recognition. Trade and other payables are presented as current liabilities unless payment is not due within 12 months from the reporting date. They are recognised initially at their fair value and subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method. t) Provisions Provisions are recognised when the consolidated entity has a present legal or constructive obligation as a result of past events, it is probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation and the amount has been reliably estimated. Provisions are measured at the present value of management’s best estimate of the expenditure required to settle the present obligation at the end of the reporting period. The discount rate used to determine the present value is a pre-tax rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the liability. u) Employee benefits Short-term obligations Liabilities for wages and salaries, including non-monetary benefits, annual leave and accumulating sick leave expected to be settled within 12 months after the end of the period in which the employees render the related service are recognised in respect of employees’ services up to the end of the reporting period and are measured at the amounts expected to be paid when the liabilities are settled. The liability for annual leave and accumulating sick leave is recognised in the provision for employee benefits. All other short-term employee benefit obligations are presented as payables. NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
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ANNUAL REPORT 2016 OTTO ENERGY NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the year ending 30 June 2016 59 Other long-term employee benefit obligations The liability for long service leave and annual leave which is not expected to be settled within 12 months after the end of the period in which the employees render the related service is recognised in the provision for employee benefits and measured as the present value of expected future payments to be made in respect of services provided by employees up to the end of the reporting period. Consideration is given to expect future wage and salary levels, experience of employee departures and periods of service. Defined contribution superannuation expense Contributions to defined contribution superannuation plans are expensed in the period in which they are incurred. v) Share based payments The consolidated entity has provided benefits to its employees and Key Management Personnel in the form of share-based payments, whereby services were rendered partly or wholly in exchange for shares or rights over shares. The Board has also approved the grant of options or performance rights as incentives to attract employees and to maintain their long term commitment to the Company. These benefits were awarded at the discretion of the Board, or following approval by shareholders (equity-settled transactions). The costs of these equity-settled transactions are measured by reference to the fair value of the equity instruments at the date on which they are granted. The fair value of performance rights granted is determined using a hybrid Monte Carlo and Hull-White model, further details of which are disclosed in Note 24. The fair value of options granted is determined by using a Black-Scholes option pricing technique. The costs of these equity-settled transactions is recognised, together with a corresponding increase in equity, over the period in which the performance and / or service conditions are fulfilled (the vesting period), ending on the date on which the relevant employees become fully entitled to the equity instrument (vesting date). At each subsequent reporting date until vesting, the cumulative charge to the Consolidated Statement of Profit or Loss and Other Comprehensive Income is the product of (i) the fair value at grant date of the award; (ii) the current best estimate of the number of equity instruments that will vest, taking into account such factors as the likelihood of employee turnover during the vesting period and the likelihood of non-market performance conditions being met and (iii) the expired portion of the vesting period. The charge to the Statement of Profit or Loss for the period is the cumulative amount as calculated above less the amounts already charged in previous periods. There is a corresponding credit to equity. Until an equity instrument has vested, any amounts recorded are contingent and will be adjusted if more or fewer equity instruments vest than were originally anticipated to do so. Any equity instrument subject to a market condition is considered to vest irrespective of whether or not that market condition is fulfilled, provided that all other conditions are satisfied. If the terms of an equity-settled award are modified, as a minimum, an expense is recognised as if the terms had not been modified. An additional expense is recognised for any modification that increases the total fair value of the share based payment arrangement, or is otherwise beneficial to the recipient of the award, as measured at the date of modification. If an equity-settled transaction is cancelled (other than a grant cancelled by forfeiture when the vesting conditions are not satisfied), it is treated as if it had vested on the date of cancellation, and any expense not yet recognised for the award is recognised immediately. However, if a new equity instrument is substituted for the cancelled award and designated as a replacement award on the date that it is granted, the cancelled and new equity instrument are treated as if they were a modification of the original award, as described in the preceding paragraph. The dilutive effect, if any, of outstanding options is reflected as additional share dilution in the computation of diluted earnings per share (see Note 20). w) Contributed equity Ordinary shares are classified as equity. Incremental costs directly attributable to the issue of new shares or options are shown in equity as a deduction, net of tax, from the proceeds. NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
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ANNUAL REPORT 2016 OTTO ENERGYNOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the year ending 30 June 2016 60 Where any Group company purchases the Company’s equity instruments, for example as the result of a share buy-back or a share-based payment plan, the consideration paid, including any directly attributable incremental costs (net of income taxes) is deducted from equity attributable to the owners of Otto Energy Limited as treasury shares until the shares are cancelled or reissued. Where such ordinary shares are subsequently reissued, any consideration received, net of any directly attributable incremental transaction costs and the related income tax effects, and is included in equity attributable to the owners of Otto Energy Limited. x) Earnings per share Basic earnings per share Basic earnings per share are calculated by dividing: the profit attributable to owners of the Company, excluding any costs of servicing equity other than ordinary shares by the weighted average number of ordinary shares outstanding during the financial year, adjusted for bonus elements in ordinary shares issued during the year and excluding treasury shares (Note 20). Diluted earnings per share Diluted earnings per share adjust the figures used in the determination of basic earnings per share to take into account: the after income tax effect of interest and other financing costs associated with dilutive potential ordinary shares, and the weighted average number of additional ordinary shares that would have been outstanding assuming the conversion of all dilutive potential ordinary shares. y) Goods and Services Tax (GST) Revenues, expenses and assets are recognised net of the amount of associated GST, unless the GST incurred is not recoverable from the taxation authority. In this case it is recognised as part of the cost of acquisition of the asset or as part of the expense. Receivables and payables are stated inclusive of the amount of GST receivable or payable. The net amount of GST recoverable from, or payable to, the taxation authority is included with other receivables or payables in the statement of financial position. Cash flows are presented on a gross basis. The GST components of cash flows arising from investing or financing activities which are recoverable from, or payable to the taxation authority, are presented as operating cash flows. Commitments and contingencies are disclosed net of the amount of GST recoverable from, or payable to, the tax authority. z) Rounding of amounts The Company is of a kind referred to in ASIC Corporations Legislative Instrument 2016/191, relating to the ‘rounding off’ of amounts in the financial statements. Amounts in the financial statements have been rounded off in accordance with that Class Order to the nearest thousand dollars, or in certain cases, the nearest dollar. 2. Critical Accounting Estimates The preparation of the financial statements requires management to make judgements, estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts in the financial statements. Management continually evaluates its judgements and estimates in relation to assets, liabilities, contingent liabilities, revenue and expenses. Management bases its judgements, estimates and assumptions on historical experience and on other various factors, including expectations of future events management believes to be reasonable under the circumstances. The resulting accounting judgements and estimates will seldom equal the related actual results. The judgements, estimates and assumptions that have a significant risk of causing a material adjustment to the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities (refer to the respective notes) within the next financial year are discussed below. NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
For the year ending 30 June 2016
Critical accounting estimates and assumptions
Share based payments
The consolidated entity measures the cost of equity-settled transactions with employees by reference to the fair value of the
equity instruments at the date at which they are granted. The fair value is determined by using either a hybrid Monte Carlo
and Hull-White model or the Black-Scholes model taking into account the terms and conditions upon which the instruments
were granted. The accounting estimates and assumptions relating to equity-settled share-based payments would have no
impact on the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities within the next annual reporting period but may impact profit or loss
and equity.
Income taxes
The consolidated entity is subject to income taxes in Australia and jurisdictions where it has foreign operations. Significant
judgement is required in determining the worldwide provision for income taxes. There are certain transactions and
calculations undertaken during the ordinary course of business for which the ultimate tax determination is uncertain. The
consolidated entity estimates its tax liabilities based on the consolidated entity’s understanding of the tax law. Where the
final tax outcome of these matters is different from the amounts that were initially recorded, such differences will impact the
current and deferred income tax assets and liabilities in the period in which such determination is made.
In addition, the consolidated entity recognises deferred tax assets relating to carried forward tax losses to the extent there
are sufficient taxable temporary differences (deferred tax liabilities) relating to the same taxation jurisdiction and the same
subsidiary against which the unused tax losses can be utilised. However, utilisation of the tax losses also depends on the
ability of the entity to satisfy certain tests at the time the losses are recouped.
Carrying Value of evaluation and development assets (Oil and Gas Properties)
Judgement is required to determine when an exploration activity ceases and an evaluation or development activity
commences. Evaluation is deemed to be activities undertaken from the beginning of the definitive feasibility study or testing
conducted to assess the technical commercial viability of extracting a resource before moving into the development phase.
Development includes development wells, construction and installation or completion of production and infrastructure
facilities such as platforms and pipelines. Circumstances vary for each area of interest and where exploration, evaluation and
development activities are conducted within a continual timeframe as part of the same project or drilling campaign with
common service providers, a degree of estimation is required in determining the amount of costs capitalised as evaluation
and development assets under Oil and Gas Properties.
Assessment of costs associated with non-operated interests is also influenced by notification from the Operator as to how
funds have been expended.
Impairment of Assets
In the absence of readily available market prices, the recoverable amounts of assets are determined by discounting the
expected future net cash flows from production and comparing these to the carrying value of the relevant asset or group of
assets to determine the asset’s net present value. The calculation of net present value is based on judgement assumptions
concerning discount rates, reserves, future production profiles, commodity prices, production and transportation costs.
Reserves assessment also requires interpretation of complex geological and geophysical models in order to make an
assessment of size, shape, depth and quality of reservoirs and their anticipated recoveries. These factors used to estimate
reserves may change from period to period. The nature of reserve estimation is such that reserves are not intended to be
100% accurate but rather provide a statistically probable outcome in relation to the economically recoverable reserve.
Decommissioning costs
Decommissioning costs will be incurred by the consolidated entity at the end of the operating life of some of the consolidated
entity’s facilities and properties. The consolidated entity assesses its decommissioning provision at each reporting date. The
ultimate decommissioning costs are uncertain and cost estimates can vary in response to many factors, including changes to
relevant legal requirements, the emergence of new restoration techniques or experience at other production sites. The
expected timing, extent and amount of expense can also change. Therefore, significant estimates and assumptions are made
in determining the provision for decommissioning. As a result, there could be significant adjustments to the provisions
established which would affect future financial results. The provision at reporting date represents management’s best
estimate of the present value of the future decommissioning costs required.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
For the year ending 30 June 2016
3. Segment Information
a) Description of segments
Management has determined the operating segments based on reports reviewed by the executive management committee
for making strategic decision. The executive leadership team comprises the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer
and divisional managers. Management monitors the business based on geographic factors and has identified four reportable
segments.
b) Segment information
The segment information for the reportable segments for the year ended 30 June 2016 is as follows:
2016
Other revenue
Profit on disposal of property, plant and
equipment
Exploration Expense
Employee benefit expense
Depreciation and amortisation
Other expenses
Foreign currency gains/(losses)
Net (loss)/profit before income tax
Income tax expense
Net (loss)/profit for the year from continuing
operations
Total Segment Assets
Total Segment Liabilities
Australia
Philippines
Tanzania
USA
Other
Consolidated
US$’000
US$’000
US$’000
US$’000 US$’000
US$’000
1,039
12
26,054
1
-
-
-
-
-
(17,290)
(1,382)
(22,807)
-
-
-
-
-
27,093
13
(41,479)
(2,842)
(88)
(2,751)
(30)
-
-
(57)
-
-
-
(281)
(67)
(15)
(2,318)
(1,439)
(23,103)
(2,385)
(20,084)
-
-
-
(2)
(1,439)
(23,103)
(2,385)
(20,086)
4
175
2,717
470
1
-
23,620
1,143
(2,777)
(88)
(2,219)
2,302
(1,731)
-
(1,731)
20,548
452
(65)
-
(127)
1
8,574
(2)
8,572
350
46
The segment information for the reportable segments for the year ended 30 June 2015 is as follows:
2015 (restated)
Australia
Philippines
Tanzania
Other
Consolidated
US$’000
US$’000
US$’000
US$’000
US$’000
Other revenue
Profit/(Loss) on disposal of property, plant and
equipment
Exploration Expense
Employee benefit expense
Depreciation and amortisation
Other expenses
Foreign currency losses
1,184
10
-
(3,845)
(211)
(2,068)
(899)
173
(122)
-
-
(3,123)
(7,158)
(163)
(24)
(96)
(2)
-
-
(15)
-
Net (loss)/profit before income tax and discontinued
operations
(5,829)
(3,357)
(7,173)
Net loss for the year from continuing operations
(5,829)
(3,357)
(7,173)
Profit after tax for the year from discontinued
operations
-
32,793
-
-
-
-
-
-
(30)
-
(30)
(30)
-
(Loss)/profit for the year
Total Segment Assets
Total Segment Liabilities
(5,829)
44,081
283
29,436
(7,173)
(30)
403
2,814
1
(132)
1
1
1,357
(112)
(10,281)
(4,008)
(235)
(2,209)
(901)
(16,389)
(16,389)
32,793
16,404
44,486
2,966
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
For the year ending 30 June 2016
4. Revenue and Other Income
Revenue
Interest revenue
Revenue from continuing operations
Other Income
BHPB reimbursed for Hawkeye expenditure
Farm In Option with Pryce Gases
Other income
Other income from continuing operations
Total Revenue and Other Income from continuing operation
5.
Expenses
Employee benefits expenses
Defined contribution superannuation expense
Share based payment expense
Other employee benefits expenses
Total employee benefits expenses
Depreciation & Amortisation
Property, plant and equipment
Total depreciation & amortisation
Other expenses
Business development
Corporate and other costs
Total other expenses
6. Exploration Expenditures
Exploration expenditure - Philippines
Exploration expenditure - Tanzania
Exploration expenditure - Louisiana
Exploration expenditure – Alaska North Slope
Acquisition Costs of Borealis – Alaska North Slope (i)
2016
US$’000
2015
US$’000
82
82
23,732
2,310
969
27,011
27,093
503
503
-
-
854
854
1,357
2016
US$’000
2015
US$’000
160
252
2,430
2,842
88
88
412
2,339
2,751
218
265
3,525
4,008
235
235
486
1,723
2,209
2016
US$’000
2015 (restated)
US$’000
17,290
1,382
7,897
447
14,463
3,123
7,158
-
-
-
Total Exploration Expenditure
10,281
(i) During the period, Otto acquired an 8% and 10.8% working interest in two areas of the Alaskan North Slope exploration acreage held
by Great Bear (refer to note 18(a)).
41,479
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
For the year ending 30 June 2016
The consolidated entity has interests in the following wholly-owned and non-wholly owned oil and gas permits:
Asset
Country
Principal Activity
Percentage Interest
Service Contract 55
Service Contract 73
Kilosa-Kilombero
Pangani
South Marsh Island 70/71
Bivouac Peak
Onshore North Slope
Philippines
Philippines
Tanzania
Tanzania
USA
USA
USA
Offshore Palawan
Offshore Mindoro-Cuyo
2016
68.18%
-
Kilosa-Kilombero
50% (i)
Tanzania
Pangani
Offshore Louisiana
Onshore Louisiana
50%
50% (ii)
45% (iii)
Onshore Alaska
8 - 10.8%
2015
93.18%
100%
50%
50%
0%
0%
0%
(i) On 21 June 2016 MV Upstream Tanzania signed a farm-in agreement for a 25% working interest in Kilosa-Kilombero, as at 30 June 2016
the transfer was subject to completion terms including approval from the Tanzania Petroleum Department Corporation.
(ii) As at 30 June 2016, awaiting approval from Bureau of Ocean Energy Management.
(iii) On 24 June 2016, Otto exercised its option under the staged farm-in with Operator, Byron Energy Limited, to earn the right to acquire
45% working interest in the Bivouac Peak lease by drilling 1 exploration well.
7.
Income Tax Expense
2016
US$’000
2015
US$’000
1) The components of tax expense comprise:
– Current tax
– Deferred tax – origination and reversal of temporary differences
2) Reconciliation of income tax expense to prima facie tax payable:
– Loss before income tax
– Prima facie income tax at 30%
– Difference in overseas tax rate
– NANE income
– Tax effect of amounts not deductible in calculating taxable income
– Benefit of deferred tax assets not brought to account
– Income tax expense
3) Deferred tax assets
– Unrealised foreign exchange
– Other temporary differences
– Tax losses - revenue
– Tax losses - foreign
– Offset against deferred tax liabilities recognised
– Deferred tax assets not brought to account
– Deferred tax assets brought to account
4) Deferred tax liabilities
– Other Temporary differences
– Offset by deferred tax assets recognised
– Deferred tax liabilities brought to account
2
-
2
(20,084)
(6,025)
(4,391)
(7,173)
2,727
14,864
2
-
6,804
6,804
5,843
10,732
23,379
(1,078)
(22,301)
-
1,078
(1,078)
-
-
-
-
(16,389)
(4,917)
-
-
1,361
3,556
-
27
74
101
5,387
12,491
17,979
-
(17,979)
-
-
-
-
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
For the year ending 30 June 2016
8. Discontinued Operations
On 22 September 2014, Otto announced it had executed a sale and purchase agreement (SPA) to divest 100% of the shares
in Galoc Production Company W.L.L (GPC), a wholly owned subsidiary of the Otto Group, to Risco Energy Investments Pte Ltd
(“Risco”) for US$101.4 million as at 1 July 2014. The operations of GPC were classified as a discontinued operation held for
sale asset from September 2014.
On 12 December 2014, Otto announced it had executed a superior sale and purchase agreement with Nido Petroleum Limited
to divest GPC for US$108 million on the same terms and conditions as the Risco SPA. Nido assumed all production rights and
liabilities associated with GPC Interest with effect from 1 July 2014.
Shareholder approval for the sale of Galoc Production Company was received on 20 January 2015. On 17 February 2015, the
sale of Galoc Production Company W.L.L to Nido Petroleum Ltd was completed. The sale consideration was US$108 million,
based on the effective date of 1 July 2014 and before leakages up until closing date.
The results of Galoc Production Company W.L.L. for the period until sale are presented below:
Revenue
Cost of Sale
Gross Profit
Other Expenses
Profit before Tax from a Discontinued Operation
Income Tax (Expense)/Benefit
Net Profit after Income Tax from a Discontinued Operations
Gain on sale of the subsidiary after income tax
Profit from discontinued operation
17-Feb-2015
US$’000
45,217
(14,826)
30,391
(2,107)
28,284
(5,830)
22,454
10,339
32,793
The major classes of assets and liabilities of Galoc Production Company W.L.L. which were divested are as follows:
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents
Trade and other receivables
Other assets
Inventories
Oil and gas properties
Liabilities
Trade and other payables
Provision for income tax payable
Deferred tax liabilities
Provisions
Net assets
17-Feb-2015
US$’000
6,206
1,126
11,537
3,100
87,668
109,637
8,630
1,760
13,962
9,018
33,370
76,267
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
For the year ending 30 June 2016
The net cash flows incurred by Galoc Production Company W.L.L. are as follows:
Operating
Investing
Financing
Net cash inflow
Details of the sale of the subsidiary:
Consideration received or receivable:
Final price received on settlement
Less transactions costs
Net disposal consideration
Carrying amount of net assets sold
Gain on sale after income tax
9. Dividends Paid
17-Feb-2015
US$’000
26,595
165
-
26,760
17-Feb-2015
US$’000
87,423
(817)
86,606
(76,267)
10,339
Dividends paid during the financial year:
No dividend has been paid or declared in current year (2015: unfranked special
dividend AUD$0.0076, paid 26 June 2015)
10. Cash and Cash Equivalents
Cash at bank and in hand
Risk exposure
2016
US$’000
2015
US$’000
-
-
6,801
6,801
2016
US$’000
2015
US$’000
20,309
20,309
41,206
41,206
The consolidated entity’s exposure to interest rate risk is discussed in Note 23. The maximum exposure to credit risk at the
end of the reporting period is the carrying amount of each class of cash and cash equivalents mentioned above.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
For the year ending 30 June 2016
11. Trade and Other Receivables
Current
Other receivables
2016
US$’000
2015
US$’000
107
107
-
-
No consolidated entity trade receivables are past due or impaired at 30 June 2016 (30 June 2015: Nil) and there is no
indication that amounts recognised as trade and other receivables will not be recovered in the normal course of business.
Refer credit risk, Note 23(a).
12. Other Assets
Current
Prepayments
Other assets
Non-Current
Other assets
13. Inventories
Raw materials
Drilling and other inventory
2016
US$’000
2015
US$’000
102
312
414
-
-
-
-
169
532
701
6
6
2015
US$’000
2,422
2,422
2016
US$’000
14. Property Plant and Equipment
Year ended 30 June 2015
Balance at the beginning of year
Additions
Disposals
Depreciation expense
Closing net book amount
At 30 June 2015
Cost or fair value
Accumulated depreciation
Net book value
Plant &
Equipment
US$’000
Furniture &
Fixtures
Total
US$’000
US$’000
338
7
(24)
(200)
121
1,723
(1,602)
121
158
10
(103)
(35)
30
106
(76)
30
496
17
(127)
(235)
151
1,829
(1,678)
151
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
For the year ending 30 June 2016
Year ended 30 June 2016
Balance at the beginning of year
Additions
Disposals
Depreciation expense
Closing net book amount
At 30 June 2016
Cost or fair value
Accumulated depreciation
Net book value
15. Oil and Gas Properties
Evaluation and Development Assets
At Cost
As at 1 July
Additions
Net carrying value
Plant & Equipment
Furniture & Fixtures
US$’000
US$’000
Total
US$’000
121
6
-
(73)
54
1,266
(1,212)
54
30
5
(1)
(15)
19
106
(87)
19
151
11
(1)
(88)
73
1,372
(1,299)
73
2016
US$’000
2015
US$’000
-
2,717
2,717
-
-
-
All capitalised development and evaluation costs as at 30 June 2016 relate to SMI-71 completion equipment installed during
the drilling campaign, evaluation undertaken to assess the technical commercial viability of extracting a resource and
decommissioning costs associated with SMI-6 and SMI-71.
16. Trade and Other Payables
Current Liabilities(i)
Trade payables
2016
US$’000
2015
US$’000
722
722
2,800
2,800
(i)Trade and other payables are expected to be settled with 12 months. Refer to Note 23 for further information on financial instruments.
17. Provisions
Current Liability
Provisions – employee benefits
Non-Current Provision
Provisions – employee benefits(i)
Provision – Decommissioning Fund (ii)
2016
US$’000
2015
US$’000
197
197
29
195
224
98
98
68
-
68
(i) The non-current provision for employee benefits includes amounts not expected to be settled within the next 12 months.
(ii) The total present value of the estimated expenditure required to decommission the wells for the permit SMI-6 and SMI-71, the expenditure is expected to
be settled at the end of the field life for the 2P production profile for SMI-71 and in 2017 for SMI-6.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
For the year ending 30 June 2016
18. Contributed Equity
a) Share Capital
2016
No.
2015
No.
2016
US$’000
2015
US$’000
At the beginning of year
1,164,290,071
1,151,790,071
81,104
131,577
Return of capital during the year at AUD$0.0564 (i)
-
-
Shares issued during year on exercise of performance rights
100,002
12,500,000
-
-
Fully paid Ordinary Shares issued (ii)
17,518,250
-
791
(50,473)
-
-
(i) Following the sale of Galoc Production Company W.L.L., Otto paid $0.0564 per share return of capital to shareholders on 26 June 2015.
(ii) On 12 August 16, 17,518,250 fully paid ordinary shares issued at AUD$0.0685 per share as a consideration for the acquisition of Borealis
Petroleum Pty Ltd.
1,181,908,323
1,164,290,071
81,895
81,104
b) Ordinary Shares
Ordinary shares entitle the holder to participate in dividends and the proceeds on winding up of the Company in proportion
to the number and amount paid on the shares held. On a show of hands every holder of ordinary shares present at a meeting
in person or by proxy, is entitled to one vote, and upon a poll each share is entitled to one vote. The ordinary shares have no
par value and the Company does not have a limited amount of authorised capital.
c) Options
Information relating to the Otto Energy Employee Option Plan, including details of options issued, exercised and lapsed during
the financial year and options outstanding at the end of the reporting period, is set out in Note 24.
d) Performance Rights
Information relating to the Otto Energy Employee Performance Rights Plan, including details of performance rights issued,
exercised and lapsed during the financial year and performance rights outstanding at the end of the reporting period, is set
out in Note 24.
19. Other Reserves
Reserves
Foreign currency translation reserve
Share based payment reserve
Foreign Currency Translation Reserve(i)
Balance at beginning of year
As at end of year
Share Based Payment Reserve(ii)
Balance at beginning of year
Share based payment expense
2016
US$’000
2015
US$’000
4,188
9,474
13,662
4,188
4,188
9,222
252
4,188
9,222
13,410
4,188
4,188
8,957
265
As at end of year
(i) Foreign Currency Translation Reserve: Exchange differences arising on translation of the foreign controlled entity are recognised
in other comprehensive income as described in Note 1(e) and accumulated in a separate reserve within equity.
9,474
9,222
(ii) Share Based Payment Reserve: The share-based payments reserve is used to recognise the value of share-based payments
provided to employees (including key management personnel) as part of their remuneration; and share options and performance
rights issued as part of consideration for acquisitions. Refer to Note 24 for further details of these plans.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
For the year ending 30 June 2016
20. Earnings per Share
a) Earnings per share attributable to the ordinary equity holders of the Company
Basic loss per share from continuing operations
Basic earnings per share from discontinued operations
Total basic earnings/(loss) per share attributable to the ordinary equity holders of the
Company
Diluted loss per share from continuing operations
Diluted earnings per share from discontinued operations
Total diluted earnings/(loss) per share attributable to the ordinary equity holders of
the Company
b) Earnings used in calculation of basic / diluted earnings per share
Net loss after tax from continuing operations
Net profit after tax from discontinued operations
2016
US cents
2015
(Restated)
US cents
(1.70)
-
(1.70)
(1.70)
-
(1.70)
(1.42)
2.84
1.42
(1.41)
2.82
1.41
2016
US$’000
2015
(Restated)
US$’000
(20,086)
-
(16,389)
32,793
c) Weighted average number of ordinary shares used as a denominator in calculating
Basic earnings per share
Diluted earnings per share
Options and share rights
2016
2015
Number of Shares Number of Shares
1,179,788,145
1,156,832,537
1,179,788,145
1,164,132,537
The options and share rights have not been considered in the determination of basic EPS. Details relating to options and share
rights are set out in Note 24.
Performance share rights are only included in determining diluted EPS to the extent that they are dilutive.
The exercise prices of all options are included in Note 24 In determining diluted EPS, options with an exercise price greater
than the average Otto Energy Limited’s share price over the year are not included, as these are not considered dilutive.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
For the year ending 30 June 2016
21. Subsidiaries
Significant investments in subsidiaries
The consolidated financial statements incorporate the assets, liabilities and results of the following principal subsidiaries in
accordance with the accounting policy described in Note 1(c):
Subsidiaries of Otto Energy
Limited
Country of
Incorporation
Functional
Currency
Class of shares
Otto Energy (Tanzania) Pty Limited
Australia
Otto Energy Investments Limited
Bermuda
Otto Energy Philippines Inc
Philippines
Colag (BVI) Limited(ii)
British Virgin Islands
Otto Energy (Galoc Investment 1) Aps Denmark
Otto Energy (Galoc Investment 2) Aps Denmark
GPC Investments SA
Borealis Petroleum Pty Ltd.
Borealis Alaska LLC
Otto Energy (USA) INC
Switzerland
Australia
USA
USA
USD
USD
USD
USD
USD
USD
USD
USD
USD
USD
Otto Energy (Louisiana) LLC
(i) The proportion of ownership interest is equal to the proportion of voting power held.
(ii) Colag (BVI) Limited was dissolved on 23 March 2016.
USD
USA
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Ordinary
Equity holding (i)
2016
(%)
2015
(%)
100
100
100
-
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
-
-
-
-
22. Interest in Joint Operations
a)
Joint operations
The consolidated entity’s interest in joint arrangement assets as at 30 June 2016 is detailed below. Exploration is the
principal activity performed across these assets.
Service Contract 55 Philippines
Kilosa-Kilombero Tanzania
Pangani Tanzania
South Marsh Island 70/71 USA
Group Interest
(%)
Group Interest
(%)
2016
2015
68.18
50 (i)
50
50 (ii)
93.18
50
50
Bivouac Peak USA
(i) On 21 June 2016 MV Upstream Tanzania signed a farm-in agreement for a 25% working interest in Kilosa-Kilombero, as at 30 June 2016
the transfer was subject to completion terms including approval from the Tanzania Petroleum Department Corporation.
(ii) As at 30 June 2016, awaiting approval from Bureau of Ocean Energy Management
(iii) On 24 June 2016, Otto exercised its option under the staged farm-in with Operator, Byron Energy Limited, to acquire the right to earn a
45% working interest in the Bivouac Peak lease by drilling 1 exploration well.
45 (iii)
b) Commitments through joint operations
The aggregate of the consolidated entity’s commitments through jointly controlled assets is as follows:
Exploration and other capital expenditure commitments
8,600
9,000
2016
US$’000
2015
US$’000
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
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ANNUAL REPORT 2016 OTTO ENERGYNOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the year ending 30 June 2016 72 23. Financial Risk Management The consolidated entity’s activities expose it to a variety of financial risks: market risk (including foreign exchange risk, commodity price risk, credit risk) and liquidity risk. The consolidated entity’s overall risk management program focuses on the unpredictability of financial markets and seeks to minimise potential adverse effects on the financial performance of the consolidated entity. The consolidated entity uses different methods to measure different types of risk to which it is exposed. Otto’s Board of Directors (“Board”) is responsible for approving Otto’s policies on risk oversight and management and ensuring management has developed and implemented effective risk management and internal control. Risk management is carried out by the senior finance executives under these policies which have been approved by the Board. Finance identifies, evaluates and, if necessary, hedges financial risks within the consolidated entity’s operating units. The Board then receives reports as required from the Chief Financial Officer in which they review the effectiveness of the processes implemented and appropriateness of policies it sets. Currently, the Group does not apply any form of hedge accounting. These disclosures are not, nor are they intended to be, an exhaustive list of risks to which Otto is exposed. a) Market Risk Market risk arises from Otto’s exposure to the use of 3rd party financial institutions, foreign currency exposure, and commodity price exposure. It is a risk that the fair value of future cash flows will fluctuate because of changes in foreign exchange rates (currency risk), credit worthiness of 3rd parties (credit risk) and commodity prices (commodity risk). Foreign Exchange Risk The consolidated entity’s source currency for the majority of revenue and costs is in US dollars. Given the location of the group offices there is a small exposure to foreign exchange risk arising from the fluctuations in the US dollar and Australian dollar, and US dollar and Philippine peso on cash balances. Foreign exchange risk arises from future commercial transactions and recognised assets and liabilities denominated in a currency that is not the entity’s functional currency. The exposure to risk is measured using sensitivity analysis and cash flow forecasting. The Board has formed the view that it would not be beneficial for the consolidated entity to purchase forward contracts or other derivative financial instruments to hedge this foreign exchange risk. Factors which the Board considered in arriving at this position included the expense of purchasing such instruments and the inherent difficulties associated with forecasting the timing and quantum of cash inflows and outflows compared to the relatively low volume and value of commercial transactions and recognised assets and liabilities denominated in a currency which is not US dollars. US$ US$'000 A$ US$'000 PHP US$'000 Total US$'000 30 June 2016 Financial Assets Cash and Cash equivalents 20,143 147 19 20,309 Total Financial Assets 20,143 147 19 20,309 Financial Liabilities Trade and Other payables 551 170 1 722 Total Financial Liabilities 551 170 1 722 30 June 2015 Financial Assets Cash and Cash equivalents 40,630 516 60 41,206 Total Financial Assets 40,630 516 60 41,206 Financial Liabilities Trade and Other payables 2,546 141 113 2,800 Total Financial Liabilities 2,546 141 113 2,800 NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
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ANNUAL REPORT 2016 OTTO ENERGY NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the year ending 30 June 2016 73 A hypothetical change of 10% in the Australian dollar and Philippine Peso exchange rate was used to calculate the consolidated entity's sensitivity to foreign exchange rates movements as this is management’s estimate of possible rate movements over the coming year taking into account current market conditions and past volatility (30 June 2015: 0%). At 30 June 2016, management has assessed that the entity’s exposure to foreign exchange movements is found to be immaterial therefore no further analysis provided. Commodity Price Risk The consolidated entity is exposed to commodity price risk due to fluctuations in the prices of crude oil and gas which impacts the commercial viability of the consolidated entity’s activities. The demand for, and prices of crude oil and gas are dependent on a variety of factors, including: • Supply and demand; • The level of consumer product demand; • Weather conditions; • The price and availability of alternative fuels; • Actions taken by governments and international cartels; and • Global economic and political developments. The Board recognises that through the normal course of its business activities, the consolidated entity is exposed to various market risks, including commodity risks. Credit Risk Credit risk arises from cash and cash equivalents and long term deposits with financial institutions. The maximum exposure to credit risk at the reporting date is the carrying amount of the financial assets as summarised below, none of which are impaired or past due. 2016 2015 US$’000 US$’000 Cash and cash equivalents 20,309 41,206 20,309 41,206 To manage credit risk from cash and cash equivalents financial assets, it is the consolidated entity’s policy to only deposit with banks maintaining a minimum independent rating of ‘AA’, ‘A+’ or ‘A-‘. Cash at bank and short term deposits Other Assets 2016 2015 2016 2015 US $‘000 US$‘000 US $‘000 US$‘000 AA/A+/A- Rated 20,309 41,151 - - BBB Rated - 55 - - 20,309 41,206 - - The consolidated entity trades only with recognised, trustworthy third parties. It is the consolidated entity’s policy to perform credit verification procedures in relation to any customers wishing to trade on credit terms with the consolidated entity. These include taking into account the customers’ financial position and any past experience to set individual risk limits as determined by the Board. b) Liquidity Risk Prudent liquidity risk management implies maintaining sufficient cash and cash equivalents, availability of funding and access to capital markets. It is the policy of the Board to ensure that the consolidated entity is able to meet its financial obligations and maintain the flexibility to pursue attractive investment opportunities through ensuring the consolidated entity has sufficient working capital and preserving the 15% share issue limit available to the Company under the ASX Listing Rules. The consolidated entity manages liquidity risk by continuously monitoring forecast and actual cash flows. As at reporting date the consolidated entity had sufficient cash reserves to meet its current requirements. NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
For the year ending 30 June 2016
The table below summarises the maturity profile of the Group’s financial liabilities based on contractual undiscounted
payments:
Contractual maturities financial
liabilities
Less than 1
year
US$’000
Between 1-2
years
US$’000
Between 2-5
years
US$’000
Total
contractual
cash flows
US$’000
Carrying
amount
(assets) /
liabilities
US$’000
Trade payables and other payables
-
-
2016
2015
c) Capital Risk Management
722
2,800
-
-
-
-
722
2,800
722
2,800
The consolidated entity manages its capital to ensure that entities in the consolidated entity will be able to continue as a
going concern while maximising the potential return to shareholders through the optimisation of debt and equity balance.
The capital structure of the consolidated entity is entirely equity (2015: 100% equity).
In determining the funding mix of debt and equity (total borrowings/total equity), consideration is given to the relative impact
of gearing ratio on the ability of the consolidated entity to service loan interest and repayment schedules, credit facility
covenants and also to generate adequate free cash available for corporate and oil and gas exploration, development and
production activities. The debt to equity rate is 0% as at 30 June 2016 (2015: 0%).
The consolidated entity would look to raise capital when an opportunity to invest in a business or company was seen as value
adding relative to the current company's share price at the time of the investment.
24. Share-Based Payments
a) Employee Share Option Plan
The establishment of the Employee Share Option Plan was approved by shareholders at the 2013 Annual General
Meeting. The Employee Option Plan is designed to provide long term incentives for senior managers and employees to deliver
long term shareholder returns. Under the plan, participants are granted options at the Board’s discretion and no individual
has a contractual right to participate in the plan or to receive any guaranteed benefits.
Options granted under the plan carry no dividend or voting rights.
The exercise price of options is based on the weighted average price at which the Company’s shares are traded on the
Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) during the week up to and including the date of the grant.
Set out below are summaries of share options granted under the Employee Share Option Plan:
2016
Exercise
Price
Balance
at start of
the year
Granted
during
the year
Exercised
during
the year
Expired /
Forfeited
during the
year
Balance
at end of
the year
Vested and
exercisable
at end of
the year
Grant Date
Expiry Date
A$
Number
Number
Number
Number
Number
Number
2 Dec 2013
2 Dec 2016
0.0549
8,000,000
Total
Weighted average exercise price – A$
8,000,000
0.05
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
8,000,000
8,000,000
8,000,000
8,000,000
0.05
0.05
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
For the year ending 30 June 2016
2015
Exercise
Price
Balance
at start of
the year
Granted
during
the year
Exercised
during
the year
Expired /
Forfeited
during the
year
Balance
at end of
the year
Vested and
exercisable
at end of
the year
Grant Date
Expiry Date
A$
Number
Number
Number
Number
Number
Number
13 Oct 2011
13 Oct 2014
5 Jan 2012
5 Jan 2015
0.12
0.12
750,000
500,000
2 Dec 2013
2 Dec 2016
0.0549
8,000,000
Total
Weighted average exercise price – A$
9,250,000
0.12
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
(750,000)
(500,000)
-
-
-
-
-
8,000,000
8,000,000
(1,250,000)
8,000,000
8,000,000
0.12
0.05
0.05
An option may only be exercised after that option has vested and any other conditions imposed by the Board on exercise are
satisfied. Options are granted under the plan for no consideration. Options granted under the plan carry no dividend or voting
rights.
When exercisable, shares allotted pursuant to the exercise of options will be allotted following receipt of all the relevant
documents and payments and will rank equally with all other shares. The exercise price of options is based on the weighted
average price at which the Company’s shares are traded on the Australian Securities Exchange during the five trading days
immediately before the options are granted.
There was no option that expired during the year ended 30 June 2016. The weighted average remaining contractual life of
share options outstanding at the end of the year is 0.42 years (2015: 1.43 years).
The above amounts representing options granted as part of remuneration are calculated in accordance with AASB 2 Share
Based Payments. AASB 2 requires that the expense associated with a share based payment is calculated at grant date and
then subsequently amortised over the option vesting period.
During the year ended 30 June 2016 the consolidated entity issued no options under the Employee Share Plan (2015: nil).
The assessed fair values at grant date of options granted to employees are detailed below:
Grant date
Exercise price – A$
Expiry date
Share price at grant date – A$
Expected volatility
Expected dividend yield
Risk free rate
Fair value – A$
2 December 2013
0.1113
2 December 2016
0.08
90%
Nil
3.02%
0.04
The expected price volatility is based upon the historic volatility (based on the remaining life of the options), adjusted for any
expected changes to future volatility due to publicly available information.
As a result of the AUD$0.0564 per share return of capital which occurred on 26 June 2015, the exercise price of the remaining
options was adjusted down by the capital return amount per share to A$0.0549.
b) Performance Rights Plan
The Performance Rights Plan was approved by shareholders at the 2013 Annual General Meeting. The Performance Rights
Plan is designed to provide long term incentives for senior managers and employees to deliver long term shareholder returns.
Participation in the plan is at the Board’s discretion and no individual has a contractual right to participate in the plan or to
receive any guaranteed benefits.
The amount of performance rights that will vest depends on vesting period and/or Otto Energy Limited’s TSR, including share
price growth, dividends, and capital returns. Once vested, the performance rights are automatically converted to shares.
Performance rights are granted under the plan for no consideration.
Rights granted under the plan carry no dividend or voting rights.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
For the year ending 30 June 2016
Set out below are summaries of rights granted under the Performance Rights Plan:
2016
Balance at
Start of Year
Rights Issued
During the Year
Fair Value on
Date of Issue
Exercised
Lapsed/
Expired
Balance at
End of
Year
Grant Date
Expiry Date
Number
Number
A$
Number
Number
Number
3 Oct 2014
3 Oct 2014
3 Oct 2014
31 Dec 2018
4,633,332
31 Dec 2018
2,433,330
31 Dec 2018
233,338
23 Apr 2015
31 Dec 2019
2,079,170
23 Apr 2015
31 Dec 2019
4,237,497
79,167
79,166
-
13,775,000
0.06
23 Apr 2015
31 Dec 2019
23 Apr 2015
31 Dec 2019
14 Aug 2015
31 Dec 2019
Total
WAEP – A$
2015
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
1,400,000
1,400,000
0.04
0.05
0.06
0.07
0.06
0.07
0.08
0.09
0.04
0.04
-
-
(200,000)
4,433,332
(133,332)
2,299,998
(100,002)
(66,668)
66,668
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
2,079,170
4,237,497
79,167
79,166
1,400,000
(100,002)
(400,000)
14,674,998
0.07
0.06
0.06
Balance at
Start of Year
Rights Issued
During the Year
Fair Value on
Date of Issue
Exercised
Lapsed/
Expired
Balance at
End of
Year
Grant Date
Expiry Date
Number
Number
A$
Number
Number
Number
1 Oct 2011
1 Feb 2013
3 Oct 2014
3 Oct 2014
3 Oct 2014
31 Dec 2014
4,000,000
1 Apr 2016
8,500,000
31 Dec 2018
31 Dec 2018
31 Dec 2018
23 Apr 2015
31 Dec 2019
23 Apr 2015
31 Dec 2019
23 Apr 2015
31 Dec 2019
23 Apr 2015
31 Dec 2019
Total
WAEP – A$
-
-
5,700,000
2,933,330
166,670
2,079,170
4,237,497
79,167
79,166
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
0.02
0.02
0.05
0.06
0.07
0.06
0.07
0.08
0.09
0.04
(4,000,000)
(8,500,000)
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
(1,000,000)
4,700,000
(500,000)
2,433,330
-
-
-
-
-
166,670
2,079,170
4,237,497
79,167
79,166
(12,500,000)
(1,500,000)
13,775,000
12,500,000
15,275,000
0.02
0.06
0.02
0.05
0.06
The assessed fair values at grant date of rights granted to employees, including key management personnel, are detailed
below:
Total Return on Shareholders (“TSR”) based performance rights:
Measurement date
1 February
2017
1 February
2018
1 February
2019
1 February
2017
1 February
2018
1 February
2019
1 February
2016
1 February
2017
1 February
2018
Grant date
Expiry date
14 August
2015
14 August
2015
14 August
2015
23 April
2015
23 April
2015
23 April
2015
3 October
2014
3 October
2014
3 October
2014
31 December
2019
31 December
2019
31 December
2019
31 December
2019
31 December
2019
31 December
2019
31 December
2018
31 December
2018
31 December
2018
Rights on issue
466,667
466,667
466,666
2,079,168
2,079,167
2,079,164
2,200,002
2,199,999
2,199,999
Share price at grant date – A$
0.06
0.06
0.06
0.11
0.11
0.11
0.09
0.09
0.09
Expected volatility
65.2%
60.4%
57.8%
47.7%
51.2%
51.2%
51.3%
52.4%
53.2%
Expected dividend yield
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Risk free rate
Fair value - $A
1.96%
1.96%
1.96%
1.95%
1.90%
1.90%
2.60%
2.60%
2.60%
0.04
0.04
0.04
0.06
0.07
0.07
0.05
0.05
0.06
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
For the year ending 30 June 2016
Measurement date
1 February
2017
1 February
2018
1 February
2019
1 February
2017
1 February
2018
1 February
2019
1 February
2016
1 February
2017
1 February
2018
Total value - $A
18,667
18,667
18,667
124,750
145,542
145,541
110,000
110,000
132,000
On 14 August 2015, the Group issued 1,400,000 Performance Rights to Matthew Worner.
Time based performance rights:
Measurement date
1 February
2017
1 February
2018
1 February
2019
1 February
2017
1 February
2018
Grant date
23 April 2015
23 April 2015
23 April 2015
3 October
2014
3 October
2014
Expiry date
31 December
2019
31 December
2019
31 December
2019
31 December
2018
31 December
2018
Rights on issue
79,168
79,167
79,166
99,999
99,999
Share price at grant date – A$
Fair value - $A
0.11
0.09
0.11
0.08
0.11
0.07
0.09
0.06
0.09
0.05
There was no time based performance rights issue during the year.
The expected price volatility is based upon the historic volatility (based on the remaining life of the rights), adjusted for any
expected changes to future volatility due to publically available information.
For the year ended 30 June 2016, the Group has recognised $252,000 of share-based payment transactions expense in the
Consolidated Statement of Profit or Loss and Other Comprehensive Income (30 June 2015: $265,000).
c) Expenses arising from share based payment transactions
Options
Performance rights
Share-based payments expensed
25. Related Party Transactions
a) Key Management Personnel Compensation
Short-term employee benefits
Post-employment benefits
Other Benefits
Termination Benefits
Share-based payments
Total USD
Total AUD equivalent
2016
US$’000
2015
US$’000
-
252
252
2016
US$’000
2015
US$’000
1,596
102
7
-
251
1,956
2,653
-
265
265
1,864
141
-
86
161
2,252
2,694
Detailed remuneration disclosures are provided in the remuneration report on pages 35 to 43.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
For the year ending 30 June 2016
26. Reconciliation of (loss)/profit after income tax to net cash inflow from operating
activities
Note
2016
2015 (restated)
US$’000
US$’000
Cash flows from operating activities
Loss before tax from continuing operations
Profit before tax from discontinued operations
Non-cash items
Depreciation and amortisation
Acquired Exploration and working capital through issue of shares
Non-cash employee benefits expense – share-based payments
Profit from discontinued operations
Other non-cash items
Change in operating assets and liabilities, net of effects from
Decrease/(Increase) in trade other receivables
Decrease/(Increase) in other operating assets
Decrease/(Increase) in inventories
(Decrease)/Increase in trade and other payables
(Decrease)/Increase in provision for income taxes payable
(Decrease)/Increase in provisions
Net cash (outflow)/inflow from operating activities
(20,084)
-
88
792
252
-
(31)
1
182
2,422
(2,326)
-
64
(18,640)
(16,389)
32,793
4,028
-
265
(10,339)
378
27
721
(2,422)
1,515
13
(166)
10,424
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
For the year ending 30 June 2016
27. Auditors’ Remuneration
During the year the following fees were paid or payable for services provided by the auditor of the parent entity, its related
practices and non-related audit firms:
1) BDO Australia
a) Audit and Other Assurance services:
i) Audit and review of financial statements
ii) Other assurance services
Total remuneration for audit and other assurance services
b) Taxation services:
i) Tax compliance services
ii) Tax consulting and tax advice
Total remuneration for taxation services
c) Other services:
i) Remuneration services
Total remuneration for other services
Total remuneration of BDO Australia
2) Network firms of BDO Australia
a) Audit and Other Assurance services:
i) Audit and review of financial statements
ii) Other assurance services
Total remuneration for audit and other assurance services
b) Taxation services:
i) Tax compliance services
ii) International tax consulting
Total remuneration for taxation services
2016
US$
2015
US$
43,717
198
43,915
23,805
25,558
49,363
7,048
7,048
100,326
12,725
-
12,725
-
356
356
107,971
-
107,971
29,431
105,332
134,763
-
-
242,734
11,852
-
11,852
-
346
346
Total remuneration of network firms of BDO Australia
13,081
12,198
3) Non-BDO
a) Audit and Other Assurance services:
i) Audit and review of financial statements
Total remuneration for audit and other assurance services
b) Taxation services:
i) Tax compliance services
ii) International tax consulting and tax advice
Total remuneration for taxation services
Total remuneration of non-BDO audit firms
Total auditors’ remuneration
68,276
68,276
-
83,727
83,727
152,003
265,410
-
-
-
21,637
21,637
21,637
276,569
It is the consolidated entity’s policy to employ BDO on assignments additional to their statutory audit duties where BDO’s
expertise and experience with the consolidated entity are important. These assignments are principally tax advice and due
diligence reporting on acquisitions, or where BDO is awarded assignments on a competitive basis. It is the consolidated
entity’s policy to seek competitive tenders for all major consulting projects.
28. Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets
Contingent Consideration Payable (Middle East Petroleum Services)
In 2008 the Company’s shareholders approved an arrangement to buy back a 5% gross overriding royalty over the production
revenues generated from its petroleum interests in SC55 in the Philippines from Middle East Petroleum Services (“MEPS”).
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
For the year ending 30 June 2016
MEPS are a privately-held company that originally negotiated the farm in deal for Otto Energy in the Philippines acreage in
2005. As part of the farm-in agreement MEPS retained a 5% gross overriding royalty over Otto Energy Investment’s share of
the assets.
Under the buyback agreement referred to above, there is a contingent consideration component whereby Otto will also pay
MEPS a production bonus of US$1.5m, should the block produce 1.5m barrels of oil equivalent during the term of Otto’s
license.
Contingent Asset - Swala Energy Limited and Swala Oil and Gas (Tanzania) plc (“SOGTL”)
In May 2016, Otto Energy Limited’s subsidiary, Otto Energy (Tanzania) Pty Ltd, commenced legal action in the Federal Court
against Swala Energy Limited, Swala Oil and Gas (Tanzania) plc and current and former directors of these entities seeking to
recover a gross amount of approximately US$1,000,000. The legal action relates to the Pangani licence, a licence operated
by SOGTL with a 25% working interest.
29. Commitments
a) Capital Commitments
Capital and exploration expenditure contracted for at the reporting date but not recognised as liabilities are as follows:
Committed capital and exploration expenditure commitments.
No longer than 1 year
Longer than 1 year and no longer than 5 years
More than 5 years
2016
US$’000
2015
US$’000
8,600
-
-
8,600
9,000
-
-
9,000
b) Lease Commitments: Group as Lessee
The consolidated entity leases corporate offices under non-cancellable operating leases. The leases have varying terms,
escalation terms and renewal rights. On renewal, the terms of the leases may be renegotiated.
Non-cancellable operating leases
Commitments for minimum lease payments in relation to non‑cancellable operating leases are payable as follows:
No longer than 1 year
Longer than 1 year and no longer than 5 years
2016
US$’000
2015
US$’000
326
267
593
325
551
876
30. Events Occurring after the Reporting Period
Otto Energy (Tanzania) Pty Ltd, a 100% owned subsidiary of Otto, has issued various dispute notices to Swala Oil and Gas
(Tanzania) plc (SOGTP), pursuant to the Pangani and Kilosa-Kilombero Joint Operating Agreements. The drilling of the Kito-1
exploration well is unlikely to progress in 2016 due to unresolved joint venture disputes and delays in required permits. The
farm down to MV Upstream is also likely to be affected by a delay in drilling past 2016.
No other matters or circumstances have arisen since 30 June 2016 that has significantly affected, or may significantly affect
the consolidated entity’s operations, the results of those operations, or the consolidated entity’s state of affairs in future
financial years.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
For the year ending 30 June 2016
31. Parent Entity Disclosures
As at, and throughout the financial year ended 30 June 2016, the parent Company of the consolidated entity was Otto
Energy Limited.
Parent Entity
2016
(US$,000)
2015 (restated)
(US$,000)
Summarised Statement Of Profit or Loss and Other Comprehensive Income
(Loss)/ profit for the year after tax
Total comprehensive (loss)/ profit for the year
Summarised Statement of Financial Position
Current Assets
Non-Current Assets
Total Assets
Current Liabilities
Non-Current Liabilities
Total Liabilities
Net Assets
Total equity of the parent entity comprising:
Share Capital
Share based payments reserves
Foreign currency translation reserve
Accumulated Losses
Total Equity
(3,896)
(3,896)
20,381
20,491
40,872
337
29
366
40,506
81,895
9,474
118
(50,981)
40,506
73,463
73,463
44,068
9,628
53,696
219
10,070
10,289
43,407
81,104
9,221
118
(47,036)
43,407
Guarantees entered into by the parent in relation to the debts of its subsidiaries
The parent entity had no guarantees as at 30 June 2016 (2015: nil).
Contingent Liabilities
The parent entity had no contingent liabilities as at 30 June 2016 and 30 June 2015.
Commitments
The parent entity had no capital commitments for property plant and equipment as at 30 June 2016 and 30 June 2015. The
parent entity has a non-cancellable operating lease payable as follows:
No longer than 1 year
Longer than 1 year and no longer than 5 years
Significant Accounting Policies
2016
US$’000
2015
US$’000
326
267
593
325
551
876
The accounting policies of the parent entity are consistent with those of the consolidated entity as disclosed in Note 1 and
Note 2, except for the following; investments in subsidiaries are accounted for at cost, less any impairment in the parent
entity.
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DIRECTORS’ DECLARATION
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
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ANNUAL REPORT 2016 OTTO ENERGYDIRECTORS’ DECLARATION For the year ending 30 June 2016 82 In the Directors’ opinion: a) The financial statements and accompanying notes are in accordance with the Corporations Act 2001, including: i) complying with Accounting Standards, the Corporations Regulations 2001 and other mandatory professional reporting requirements ii) giving a true and fair view of the consolidated entity’s financial position as at 30 June 2016 and of its performance for the year ended on that date b) The financial statements and notes comply with International Financial Reporting Standards as disclosed in note 1. c) There are reasonable grounds to believe that the Company will be able to pay its debts as and when they become due and payable. The Directors have been given the declarations required by section 295A of the Corporations Act 2001. This declaration is made in accordance with a resolution of the Board of Directors and is signed for and on behalf of the Directors by: Mr I Macliver Director 19 September 2016INDEPENDENT AUDIT REPORT TO THE MEMBERS OF OTTO ENERGY LIMITED
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
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FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
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ANNUAL REPORT 2016 OTTO ENERGYASX ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
ASX ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2016
For the year ending 30 June 2016
The shareholder information set out below was applicable as at 31 August 2016 unless otherwise stated.
a) Distribution of Equity Securities
The issued capital of the Company at 31 August 2016 is 1,181,908,323 ordinary fully paid shares. All ordinary shares carry
one vote per share. There are no listed options.
Ordinary Shares
100,001 and over
10,001 – 100,000
5,001 – 10,000
1,001 – 5,000
1 – 1,000
Number holding less than a marketable parcel size of 10,638 shares at A$0.047 per share
Shareholders by Location
Australian holders
Overseas holders
b) Equity Security Holders
Twenty largest quoted equity security holders
The names of the twenty largest holders of quoted equity securities are listed below:
No. of Holders
No. of Shares
873
2,806
661
293
130
4,763
1,144
1,058,838,087
116,577,708
5,492,616
973,443
26,469
1,181,908,323
7,115,969
No. of Holders
No. of Shares
4,512
251
4,763
880,985,376
300,922,947
1,181,908,323
Name
SANTO HOLDING AG
MOLTON HOLDINGS LIMITED
CITICORP NOMINEES PTY LIMITED
ABN AMRO CLEARING SYDNEY NOMINEES PTY LTD
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