Q2 2020 Results Presentation
ISI
ICELAND
SEAFOOD
Q2 2020 Results
Presentation to Investors
and Analysts
Covid19 causing a temporary shift in seafood
consumption from foodservice to retail
VA S-Europe
VA N-Europe
Sales & Distribution
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Lion's share of sales to the HORECA sector which
was significantly impacted by restrictions
implemented in March to May,
Strong recovery with easing of restrictions in June,
both in Italy and Spain. July sales 96% of sales
same time last year and August sales close to par
with prior year,
Margins from stock purchased prior to the
pandemic affected by price reduction. This
especially applied to Argentinean shrimp and
other shellfish species,
Outlook remains uncertain, but gradual recovery
and current trend give positive sign.
• Over 80% of the divisional sales is to the retail
sector, which saw a significant growth during the
pandemic. 20% of sales are to the foodservice
sector which reduced considerably in the period,
Production for retail up and running during
restrictions with food production defined as
essential. Reduction in raw material prices have
helped the divisional profitability,
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Foodservice sales in UK recovering with schools
starting and canteens and cafe's opening,
Strong outlook for 2H of the year, with new
listings into UK retail starting and foodservice
sales recovering.
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After significant reduction in sales during April and
May, the division has seen a strong recovery in the
last three months,
Fresh fish sales to continental Europe and US
have remained strong during the period,
Frozen at Sea sales declined significantly in April
and May with restrictions implemented in key
markets such as UK,
Divisional profits helped by 14% devaluation of ISK
against EUR from year beginning to end of June,
Outlook for 2H of the year relatively strong, with
new quota year starting in Iceland and Q4 being a
key sales period for Groundfish and Pelagic.
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