Investor Presentaiton
ICELAND
ISI SEAFOOD
Q4 2022
Presentation to Investors
and Analysts
The results of 2022 were severely impacted by
unprecedented cost increases and high volatility
Group sales growth driven by price increases (€'m)
A more balanced external environment is on the horizon
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The year 2022 was very much affected by unprecedented cost increases.
and high volatility, both in terms of raw material and other key input
factors,
Strong pushback on price increases from both retail and food service.
High prices and diminishing consumer purchasing power had a significant
negative impact on demand, especially in Q4,
Both logistics and cold storage costs were considerably impacted by
higher energy prices and are passed on directly as a surcharge. A limited
supply of both cold storage facilities and truck drivers,
These disruptions and cost increases have negatively impacted margins,
Prices of some essential input factors have eased and stabilized during
the last months. A more balanced external environment is on the horizon
after a highly volatile and disruptive period since the beginning of Covid-
19,
It is likely that value-added production will move closer to consumers.
Processing in Europe will become more competitive, where automation
and investments in production efficiencies will play a key role.
The operation of Iceland Seafood is well-balanced. The company is in an
excellent position to address challenges and utilize opportunities that will
arise due to its solid sourcing base and value-added operations close to
key markets.
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Sales FY 21
Price increases
Volume decrease
Changes to Group*
Sales FY 22
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Addition of Ahumados Dominguez and closing of IS USA in 2021
Figures present continuing operation, i.e. exclude IS UK
Investments in the future can be segmented into three
main categories:
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Investments connected with sustainability matters. E.g., Solar Panels,
waste management, water treatment, etc. Emissions and waste
management will be measured and reported from the beginning of 2023,
Investments connected with automation and operational efficiency. This is
key in driving efficiency, further enhancing consistency, and increasing
competitiveness,
Marketing and branding investments, Iceland Seafood has invested
in companies with retail or consumer brands (Carr&Sons, Ahumados
Domínguez). The Group plans to further invest in the brands it holds.
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