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Risk Factors
IT & Technology
The Group is exposed to systems breakdowns, cyber-attacks and security breaches
IT systems and platforms are an essential part of daily operations, increasing the Group's dependency on a stable and secure IT environment. Consequently, disruptions to the most critical systems can have significant negative impacts on
commercial operations and earnings.
Egress of data e.g., loss of data, cyber incidents causing shut down of critical systems, or information security (risk related to handling of data for passengers and freight customers) poses a risk to the Group and should be avoided. Failure to do so
would not only severely affect daily operations but could also impose significant fines and loss of reputation.
The Group is exposed to competitive risks relating to digital disruptions
It is a strategic priority for the Group to be at the forefront of digitalisation, as new digital business models and platforms are emerging within the transport and logistic industry. Such platforms primarily seek to digitise the intermediary role
between manufacturers and end users that today is managed by freight forwarders and transport service providers.
The Group's current business model could be disrupted by new, evolving technologies for autonomous vehicles, -vessels and - terminals. Failure to adapt to the technology-driven industry development could lead to long-term loss of customers
and earnings.
Environmental
The Group's shipping and logistics operations may involve an environmental risk
Challenges related to climate changes are eminent and attention to emissions is increasing year by year. Along with increasing focus comes growing expectations. As the Group is operating within the transportation industry, the Group is subject to
expectations from many stakeholders including its customers and regulatory institutions.
Failure to live up to climate requirements could impact both the Group's licenses to operate in certain markets and its reputation, and thereby the financial performance in the form of lost business or fines from regulating institutions. Further,
potential regulation from the European Union and the International Maritime Organisation (the "IMO") could require increased CO2 efficiency and potential significant tax on CO2.
The Group's shipping and logistics operations may involve a risk of environmental pollution
The Group incurs, and also expects to incur in the future, costs and resources to comply with environmental laws and regulations. Environmental and safety measures are based on the Group's environmental and safety policies, as well as rules and
regulations and customer requirements. Changes in these factors can increase costs for the Group.
The Group is exposed to seasonality and weather-related risks
The Group is exposed to large seasonal variations in the number of passengers and earnings. Also, adverse weather conditions, especially during the fall and winter, may cause delays or cancellations of the Group's services. Seasonality and service
disruptions caused weather conditions or otherwise may have a negative impact on the operations and earnings of the Group.
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