Month: May 2022

TORONTO, May 31, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — EV Technology Group Ltd. (the “Company” or “EV Technology Group”) (NEO: EVTG, DE: B96A) announces today that its wholly owned subsidiary MOKE France SAS (“MOKE France”) has generated Electric MOKE orders worth over €500,000 in total value following the opening of an initial pilot of its direct-to-consumer sales offering for the Electric MOKE.

The MOKE brand was founded in the 1960s by Sir Alec Issigonis, and quickly became the must-have accessory in some of the world’s most favoured coastal hotspots, thanks to its iconic design. MOKE France SAS has French distribution rights to the Electric MOKE, which is manufactured in Great Britain, and has made the Electric MOKE available for consumers to purchase online since the end of April 2022.

Purchasers of the Electric MOKE are required to deposit €990 to secure their order, with the remainder to be paid on delivery of their Electric MOKE. MOKE France anticipates fulfilments of pilot orders within the year.

In addition to already generating orders worth over €500,000 in total value, MOKE France has generated a significant pipeline of potential clients, setting the company up for a successful sales period over the upcoming summer season. The Electric MOKE promises to be available in five different colours, and has a range of 144km, perfect for the scenic twists and turns of the South of France or shuttling from beach-house to water-front.

These orders are in addition to MOKE France’s pilot subscription service which offers monthly subscription-based access to the Electric MOKE for both consumers and business clients. The first business clients to sign include luxury real estate players Bo-House and Tardieu Immobilier.

The Electric MOKE, as sold by MOKE France SAS 

“Consumers have been incredibly receptive towards our direct-to-consumer pilot. The intensity of demand we are observing paves the way for a successful first summer of trading these symbolic electric vehicles,” said Wouter Witvoet, CEO and Chairman of EV Technology Group. “The reception to the Electric MOKE indicates not only a strong future sales potential for this vehicle, but validation of our broader strategy of finding iconic brands and helping them enter the electric era.”

“The moment you see someone driving a MOKE Electric, you can’t help but think how cool it looks – and I can confidently say it really is the best beach shuttle, so I am not surprised at the amount of orders and interest we have received with minimal marketing activity since the pilot launched,” said Willy Gruyelle, CEO of MOKE France.

Customers who are interested to learn more can visit the MOKE France’s website: https://moke.fr/

EV Technology Group
EV Technology Group was founded in 2021 with the vision to electrify iconic brands – and the mission to redefine the joy of motoring for the electric age. By acquiring iconic brands and bringing beloved motoring experiences to the electric age, EV Technology Group is driving the EV revolution forward. Backed by a diversified team of passionate entrepreneurs, engineers and driving enthusiasts, EV Technology Group creates value for its customers by owning the total customer experience — acquiring and partnering with iconic brands with significant growth potential in unique markets, and controlling end-to-end capabilities. To learn more visit: https://evtgroup.com/

MOKE
MOKE and the MOKE logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of MOKE International Limited (“MOKE International”) in the European Union and other territories. MOKE International, a company registered in England, is the only manufacturer of genuine MOKE vehicles worldwide. The mark was acquired from Casti S.p.A. and derives from the original 1964 British Motor Corporation registration. MOKE France is the official French licensee. For more information visit:  https://mokeinternational.com

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Forward-Looking Information

This news release contains forward-looking statements including, but not limited to: sales expectations of Electric MOKEs and fulfilment of orders, specifications of the Electric MOKE and MOKE France and EV Technology Group’s operations, expectations, and future actions. Often, but not always, these Forward-looking Statements can be identified by the use of words such as “estimated”, “potential”, “open”, “future”, “assumed”, “projected”, “used”, “detailed”, “has been”, “gain”, “planned”, “reflecting”, “will”, “containing”, “remaining”, “to be”, or statements that events, “could” or “should” occur or be achieved and similar expressions, including negative variations.

Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of the Company to be materially different from any results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the Forward-looking Statements, including those factors discussed under “Risk Factors” in the filing statement of the Company. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual actions, events or results to differ materially from those described in Forward-looking Statements, there may be other factors that cause actions, events or results to differ from those anticipated, estimated or intended.

Forward-looking statements involve significant risk, uncertainties and assumptions. Many factors could cause actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from the results discussed or implied in the forward-looking statements. These factors should be considered carefully and readers should not place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements. Although the forward-looking statements contained in this news release are based upon what management believes to be reasonable assumptions, the Company cannot assure readers that actual results will be consistent with these forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements contained herein are made as of the date hereof and the Company disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or results or otherwise, except where required by law. There can be no assurance that these forward-looking statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements.

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Bedford, Mass., May 31, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Massachusetts-based biotech Conagen announces the development of a new scalable natural compound, dihydro resveratrol, for use in industrial and human health applications. Conagen’s dihydro resveratrol is made by bioconversion from p-coumaric acid (pCA), a natural preservative Conagen produced by precision fermentation.

The same proprietary bioconversion technology used to make dihydro resveratrol can be used to make resveratrol and other polyphenol class molecules. Both compounds are natural metabolites of plants, such as berries and grapes, and are commonly found in red wine.

Because resveratrol and dihydro resveratrol exist in only very small quantities in plants, cultivation, extraction, and purification are very inefficient, using more land, water, and energy. Instead, Conagen starts with pCA made using fermentation of microorganisms. Bioconversion of pCA allows Conagen to use a much smaller footprint to make dihydro resveratrol and related compounds.

“The development of dihydro resveratrol demonstrates Conagen’s strong capability to manufacture and deliver innovative and versatile compounds for multiple large-scale applications,” said Casey Lippmeier, vice president of innovation. “Our proprietary bioconversion and precision fermentation capabilities enable the production of sustainable high-quality polyphenols for use in novel products which drive the growth of new markets.”

Resveratrol molecules in the category of polyphenols possess rich antioxidant properties. Its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity are linked to protective effects against heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and cognitive decline. Conagen has announced several polyphenol products over the past few years, such as Taxifolin BC-DHQ® (dihydroquercetin), kaempferol, Rosaval^™  rosmarinic acid, and hydroxytyrosol, establishing a strong leadership in the development of polyphenol compounds.

In addition to their importance in human health applications for improving the quality of life, dihydro resveratrol and resveratrol are also important industrial intermediates. They offer valuable use in many industrial applications, such as plastic additives, paints, resins, polymers, and high-temperature-resistant biomaterials.

Conagen is working with multiple industrial partners to develop novel applications of dihydro resveratrol, resveratrol, and related compounds.

About Conagen

Conagen is a product-focused, synthetic biology R&D company with large-scale manufacturing service capabilities. Our scientists and engineers use the latest synthetic biology tools to develop high-quality, sustainable, nature-based products by precision fermentation and enzymatic bioconversion. We focus on the bioproduction of high-value ingredients for food, nutrition, flavors and fragrances, pharmaceutical, and renewable materials industries. www.conagen.com

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• Conagen develops new compound dihydro resveratrol

Ana Arakelian, Head of Public Relations and Communications
Conagen
+1.781.271.1588
ana.arakelian@conagen.com

The Thyrow converter plant will convert electricity from the public three-phase distribution network to a frequency of 16.7 Hz and feed it into the traction current network

Zurich, Switzerland, May 31, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Hitachi Energy, the global technology and market leader in power grids, announced today that it has won an order from Deutsche Bahn to provide a 120 megawatt (MW) converter station which enables DB Energie to secure power supply for the Greater Berlin rail network. The network serves a metropolitan population of around 3.5 million people and is the hub for multiple high-speed train services to cities throughout Germany and neighboring countries.

The Thyrow converter station, south of Berlin, will enable Deutsche Bahn to convert electricity from the public three-phase power distribution grid, which operates at a frequency of 50 hertz (Hz) to 16.7 Hz, and feed it into the rail power grid used to power trains and rail infrastructure.

The order follows one awarded last year by Deutsche Bahn to Hitachi Energy for the 160 MW Delitz converter station in the greater Halle/Leipzig area, which will be one of the most powerful converter stations for rail power worldwide.

“We are delighted that Deutsche Bahn has selected Hitachi Energy as partner of choice to secure the 16.7 Hz power supply for their rail network,” said Niklas Persson, Managing Director of Hitachi Energy’s Grid Integration business. “This is an excellent example of how we collaborate together with customers and partners to accelerate the energy transition and advancing a sustainable energy future for all.”

The Hitachi Energy solution for the Thyrow converter station comprises three compact 40 MW static frequency converter modules, which use Hitachi Energy’s advanced power semiconductors to provide a steady and reliable power supply at maximum availability and with minimal electrical losses. The solution includes a 30-year service contract and a digitalization package to provide Deutsche Bahn with condition-based and reactive maintenance and data insights into the system status of the converter station over the life cycle.

Hitachi Energy is the world’s leading supplier of grid integration and power quality solutions, including rail converter stations and the integration of renewable energy into power transmission systems.

Notes to the Editor

Static frequency converters

Rail frequency converter stations are based on static frequency converters (SFC). They connect three-phase power distribution or transmission grids, which typically operate at 50 or 60 Hz, with single-phase railway power grids, which operate at 16.7, 25, 50 or 60 Hz. Besides the transfer of active power, the SFC can also control reactive power in both grids independently. It responds immediately to grid faults and enables a smooth and interruption-free transition to island mode during an outage.

Power electronics

SFCs are based on Hitachi Energy’s power electronics. These integrated gate-commutated thyristors (IGCTs) will be part of this solution. They maintain grid stability and power quality by responding rapidly to frequency fluctuations and grid disturbances. Power electronics are an integral part of many Hitachi Energy technologies, including high-voltage direct current (HVDC) and flexible AC transmission systems (FACTS).

About Hitachi Energy Ltd.

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the world’s energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure whilst balancing social, environmental and economic value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ around 38,000 people in 90 countries and generate business volumes of approximately $10 billion USD.

About Hitachi, Ltd.

Hitachi drives Social Innovation Business, creating a sustainable society with data and technology. We will solve customers’ and society’s challenges with Lumada solutions leveraging IT, OT (Operational Technology) and products, under the business structure of Digital Systems & Services, Green Energy & Mobility, Connective Industries and Automotive Systems. Driven by green, digital, and innovation, we aim for growth through collaboration with our customers. The company’s consolidated revenues for fiscal year 2021 (ended March 31, 2022) totaled 10,264.6 billion yen ($84,136 million USD), with 853 consolidated subsidiaries and approximately 370,000 employees worldwide. For more information on Hitachi, please visit the company’s website at https://www.hitachi.com.

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• Rendering of the Thyrow converter station, Germany

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Hitachi Energy Ltd.
+41 78643 2613
rebecca.bleasdale@hitachienergy.com

Strong growth and delivery while going public

Highlights of Q1 2022 

• Net Revenue of over EUR 94 million, more than doubling Q1 2021, mainly driven by strong growth in the Platform segment.
• Adjusted EBITDA of nearly EUR 6 million, up 118% compared to Q1 2021, primarily boosted by the Premium Games segment.
• Expanded the partnership with Ubisoft, adding 10 exclusive titles, following the successful development, release and distribution of Hungry Shark Arena
• Completed the integration of Habbo Avatars collection, offering unique playable Avatars in the Habbo metaverse.
• Announced the acquisition of digital marketing company Infinia, bolstering our media platform capabilities, sales force and volumes in Spain and Latin America.
• In May, we won the Digital Media Owners Spring Award as number one media owner, surveyed by the Institute of Practitioners in Advertising in the UK.

Financial Overview

Financial results (EURm)			Pro forma
Azerion Holding B.V.	Q1 2022	Q1 2021	LTM
Net Revenue	94,4	45,5	403,2
COGS	(61,5)	(30,6)
Gross profit	32,8	15,0
Operating & Other Expenses	(44,9)	(18,1)
Operating profit / (loss)	(12,1)	(3,1)
EBITDA	(3,9)	1,7
Adjusted EBITDA	5,9	2,7	53,5
Revenue growth, %	107,3%
Gross margin, %	34,8%	32,9%
Adjusted EBITDA growth, %	117,6%
Adjusted EBITDA margin, %	6,2%	5,9%	13,2%

Co-CEO Umut Akpinar said:

“This quarter demonstrated our capacity to deliver results while completing our listing on Euronext Amsterdam. Our financial performance continued to improve and, despite macroeconomic volatility, we remain confident in our guidance to deliver at least EUR 450 million revenue this year. We will continue integrating our acquisitions and further drive volumes across our owned and operated platform.”

Co-CEO Atilla Aytekin said:

“Listing Azerion was an important milestone for our company, welcomed by our clients and partners, who increasingly approach us with business propositions. Our market continues to consolidate and we remain actively working on our acquisition funnel to complement our organic growth with more volume, capabilities and technology. As we continue to mature our M&A pipeline, we will consider a variety of options to fund acquisitions, including raising equity.”

Financial overview Q1 2022

Revenue

Revenue for the quarter amounted to EUR 94.4 million, an increase of EUR 48.9 million, or 107.3%, compared to Q1 2021. This reflects higher revenue from both the Platform and Premium Games segments.

Earnings

We delivered EUR 5.9 million adjusted EBITDA for the quarter compared to EUR 2.7 million in Q1 2021, an increase of EUR 3.2 million.

The loss before tax amounted to EUR 17.6 million compared to a loss of EUR 5.1 million in Q1 2021. Non-recurring items amounted to a net charge of EUR 9.8 million, mostly related to early exercise of share appreciation rights.

Cash flow 

Our cash flow from operating activities in Q1 2022 was an inflow of EUR 6.5 million. Cash flow from investing activities was an outflow of EUR 8.2 million, mainly due to capital expenditures. Cash flow from financing activities totalled an inflow of EUR 9.0 million, mainly reflecting a capital contribution from Azerion Group N.V.

Capex 

We capitalize development costs related to asset development, a core activity to support innovation in our platform. These costs primarily relate to developers’ time devoted to the development of games, platforms, and other new features. In Q1 2022 we capitalized EUR 3.9 million, equivalent to 17.5% of personnel costs.

Acquisitions

During Q1 2022 we announced the acquisition of Infinia, which completed in April 2022.

Financial position and financing

Our net interest-bearing debt amounted to EUR 185.3 million as at 31 March 2022, mainly comprising our outstanding bond loan with a nominal value of EUR 200 million (part of an in total EUR 300 million framework) and lease liabilities with a balance of EUR 19.0 million less the cash and cash equivalents position of EUR 42.6 million.

Segment information

Platform 

Our Platform segment includes casual games distribution, advertising and e-Commerce, which are fully integrated through our technology. It generates revenue mainly by displaying digital advertisements in both game and non-game content, as well as selling and distributing AAA games through our e-commerce channels. Platform is also integrated with our Premium Games segment, leveraging inter-segment synergies.

Platform Financial Highlights 

Financial results (EURm)
Platform	Q1 2022	Q1 2021
Net Revenue	72,5	34,2
COGS	(50,2)	(24,3)
Gross profit	22,3	9,9
Operating & Other Expenses	(33,8)	(13,2)
Operating profit / (loss)	(11,5)	(3,3)
EBITDA	(6,4)	0,7
Adjusted EBITDA	2,0	1,2
Revenue growth, %	111,8%
Gross margin, %	30,8%	29,1%
Adjusted EBITDA growth, %	64,6%
Adjusted EBITDA margin, %	2,7%	3,5%

Financial data for Q1 2021 has been revised to reflect reporting segments adopted as of Q3 2021

Platform revenue was EUR 72.5 million in Q1 2022, an increase of 111.8% compared to Q1 2021, mainly due to acquisitions. Gross margin remained at a similar level as in Q1 2021. Adjusted EBITDA was EUR 2.0 million in Q1 2022, an increase of 64.6% compared to Q1 2021.

Besides the impact of acquisitions, the improved financial performance reflects increased quality and quantity of the casual games distribution portfolio, achieved through exclusive partnerships and organic influx of content providers. New quality content and continuous adaptation of existing titles contributed to an increase in revenue compared to Q1 last year. During Q1 2022 we added approximately 745 new titles to our casual games distribution portfolio. In addition, we added 20 new publisher partners to our network to facilitate growth in key markets.

Advertising – Selected KPIs

Advertising Selected KPIs	Q1 2022	Q4 2021	Q3 2021	Q2 2021	Q1 2021
Avg. Digital Ads Sold per Month (bn)	4.4	4.9	4.3	3.2	2.9
Avg. Gross Revenue per Million Ad Requests (EUR)	6.10	9.73	7.14	6.72	3.66

• Avg. Digital Ads Sold per Month: the average number of paid impressions per month increased to 4.4 billion from 2.9 billion in Q1 2021, reflecting significant growth in the advertising business.
• Avg. Gross Revenue per Million Ad Requests: Average gross revenue per million ad requests was EUR 6.10 in Q1 2022, compared to EUR 3.66 in Q1 2021.

Premium Games

Our Premium Games segment includes social games and metaverse, comprising nine premium game titles. The segment generates revenue mainly by offering users the ability to make in-game purchases for extra features and virtual goods to enhance their gameplay experience. The aim of this segment is to stimulate social interaction among players and build communities.

Premium Games Financial Highlights

Financial results (EURm)
Premium Games	Q1 2022	Q1 2021
Net Revenue	21,8	11,3
COGS	(11,3)	(6,3)
Gross profit	10,5	5,0
Operating & Other Expenses	(11,0)	(4,8)
Operating profit / (loss)	(0,6)	0,1
EBITDA	2,5	1,3
Adjusted EBITDA	3,9	1,5
Revenue growth, %	93,7%
Gross margin, %	48,0%	44,2%
Adjusted EBITDA growth, %	151,9%
Adjusted EBITDA margin, %	17,7%	13,6%

Financial data for Q1 2021 has been revised to reflect reporting segments adopted as of Q3 2021

Premium Games revenue was EUR 21.8 million in Q1 2022, an increase of 93.7% compared to Q1 2021. Gross margin increased to 48.0% from 44.2% in Q1 2021. Adjusted EBITDA was EUR 3.9 million in Q1 2022, an increase of 151.9% compared to Q1 2021.

The improved financial results reflect the acquisition of Whow Games and lower user acquisition costs. Results were also positively impacted by stronger performance of Governor of Poker 3 and Hotel Hideaway driven by a combination of new features, virtual goods and improved events in Hotel Hideaway. We also promoted our Premium Games with TV commercials in France for Governor of Poker 3, integrated Teletubbies-branded avatars in Hideaway and Habbo, and improved first-time user experience in Governor of Poker 3.

Results also benefited from the expansion of Web 3.0 with the integration of the Habbo Avatars NFT collection, which offers unique playable Avatars, airdrops towards owners and the feature to sell unique in-game usable NFT furniture, in the Habbo metaverse.

Premium Games – Selected KPIs 

Premium Games Selected KPIs	Q1 2022	Q4 2021	Q3 2021	Q2 2021	Q1 2021
Avg. Time in Game per Day (min)	82	80	79	79	79
Avg. DAUs (thousands)	604	599	616	693	696
Avg. ARPDAU (EUR)	0.38	0.42	0.37	0.34	0.33

Note: Whow Games included for the full historical period for comparability purposes

• Avg. Time in Game per Day: time spent playing our Premium Games continued to grow steadily, mainly due to improved first time user experience and continuous improvement of live operations.
• Avg. DAUs: Daily Active Users increased by 1% compared to Q4 2021, following the reset of number of users post Covid-19 elevated levels.
• Avg. ARPDAU: Average Revenue per Daily Active User decreased compared to Q4 2021, due to seasonality. Compared to Q1 2021, ARPDAU increased from EUR 0.33 to EUR 0.38, primarily driven by improved live operations with better events and promotions.

Background information: Azerion Holding B.V. and Azerion Group N.V. 

Azerion Holding B.V. is the main holding subsidiary of Azerion Group N.V., formerly known as EFIC1. The Azerion Holding B.V. Interim Unaudited Financial Results Q1 2022 are released as required by the terms and conditions of the listed Senior Secured Callable Fixed Rate Bonds (ISIN: SE0015837794).

The first consolidated financial results for the post business combination Azerion Group N.V. will be the half year 2022 interim financial results, further details for which will follow closer to the time.

Condensed Consolidated financial statements (unaudited)

The condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with IFRS.

Condensed consolidated statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income (EURm)				Q1 2022		Q1 2021
Revenue				94,4		45,5
	Costs of services & materials			(61,5)		(30,6)
Gross profit				32,8		15,0
	Personnel costs			(18,6)		(8,9)
	Depreciation			(1,6)		(1,0)
	Amortization			(6,5)		(3,5)
	Impairment of non-current assets			–		–
	Other gains and losses			(9,3)		(0,3)
	Other expenses			(8,9)		(4,5)
Operating profit / (loss)				(12,1)		(3,2)
	Finance income			0,4		0,7
	Finance costs			(5,9)		(2,7)
Net finance costs				(5,5)		(2,0)
	Share in profit / (loss) of joint venture			–		–
Profit / (loss) before tax				(17,6)		(5,1)
	Income Tax expense			(0,7)		(0,1)
Profit / (loss) for the period				(18,3)		(5,2)
Attributable to:
	Owners of the company			(18,0)		(4,7)
	Non-controlling interest			(0,2)		(0,4)
Profit / (loss) for the period					(18,3)		(5,2)
Exchange difference on translation of foreign operations					(0,4)		4,5
Remeasurement of net defined benefit liability					0,0		0,1
Total comprehensive income for the period					(18,6)		(0,6)
Total comprehensive (loss) / income attributable to:
Owners of the company					(17,9)		0,2
Non-controlling interest					(0,7)		(0,8)

Condensed consolidated statement of financial position (EURm)				March 31, 2022	December 31, 2021
Assets
	Non-current assets			321,1	323,6
	Intangible assets (incl. Goodwill)			262,6	264,8
	Property, plant and equipment			19,1	18,5
	Non-current financial assets			36,2	36,1
	Deferred tax asset			3,2	4,2
	Investment in joint ventures			0,0	0,1
	Current assets			131,7	140,1
	Trade and other receivables			76,5	91,3
	Contract assets			11,6	12,1
	Current tax assets			1,1	1,3
	Cash and cash equivalents			42,6	35,3
Total assets				452,9	463,7
Equity
Shareholders’ equity				(1,1)	(8,6)
Non-controlling interest				1,4	1,7
Total equity				0,4	(6,9)
Liabilities
	Non-current liabilities			258,3	260,2
	Borrowings			198,8	199,0
	Lease liabilities			13,9	14,3
	Provisions			1,2	0,4
	Employee benefits			1,0	1,0
	Deferred tax liability			28,2	29,8
	Other non-current liability			15,2	15,6
	Current liabilities			194,2	210,5
	Borrowings			5,5	6,8
	Lease liabilities			5,1	4,7
	Provisions			0,3	1,0
	Trade and other payables			135,5	141,1
	Other current liabilities			44,6	53,5
	Contract liabilities			0,6	0,4
	Current tax liabilities			2,6	3,0
Total liabilities				452,5	470,6
Total equity and liabilities				452,9	463,7

Condensed consolidated statement of cash flow (EURm)	Q1 2022
Cash flows from operating activities
Operating profit / (loss)	(12,0)
Adjustments for non-cash operating profit / (loss)	9,8
Changes in working capital items:
Decrease / (increase) in net receivables	20,2
Increase / (decrease) in accounts payables and other payables	(5,8)
Income tax paid	(0,4)
Interest paid	(5,3)
Net cash provided by (used for) operating activities	6,5
Cash flows from investing activities
Net capital expenditures	(5,6)
Decrease / (increase) in loans and other investments	0,0
Net cash outflow on acquisition of subsidiaries	(2,6)
Net cash provided by (used for) investing activities	(8,2)
Cash flows from financing activities
Capital contributions	12,2
Other financing activities	(3,2)
Net cash provided by (used for) financing activities	9,0
Effect of changes in exchange rates on cash and cash equivalents	(0,0)
Effect of exchange rate changes & accounting principles	(0,0)
Cash flow variation	7,3
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the year	35,3
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period	42,6

Other information

		Q1 2022
Reconciliation of net income to Adjusted EBITDA (EURm)		Azerion Holding B.V.	Premium Gaming	Platform
Profit / (loss) for the period		(18,3)
	Income Tax expense	0,7
Profit / (loss) before tax		(17,6)
	Net finance costs	5,6
Operating profit / (loss) (also called EBIT)		(12,0)	(0,6)	(11,5)
	Depreciation & Amortization	8,1	3,1	5,1
EBITDA		(3,9)	2,5	(6,4)
	Transition expenses – Capital Markets*	8,8	1,3	7,5
	Other non-recurring income or expenses	1,0	0,1	0,9
Adjusted EBITDA		5,9	3,9	2,0
*Early exercised share-based appreciation rights

Interest Bearing Debt (EURm)		March 31, 2022	December 31, 2021
Total non-current indebtedness		212,7	213,3
Total current indebtedness		10,6	11,5
Total financial indebtedness		223,3	224,8
Adjustments
Add Postponed VAT payables		0,6	0,5
Add Postponed Wage tax payable		4,5	3,2
Deduct Zero interest bearing loans		0,6	0,7
Interest Bearing Debt		227,9	227,8
Less: Cash and cash equivalents		(42,6)	(35,3)
Net Interest Bearing Debt		185,3	192,5

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This report has been prepared as required by the terms and conditions of the Senior Secured Callable Fixed Rate Bonds ISIN: SE0015837794. This report has not been reviewed or audited.

Some financial positions, which have currently been assessed for Azerion Holding B.V. are likely to change as a result of the consolidation of the post business combination accounts of Azerion Group N.V., to be reported in the half year 2022 results on the dates indicated in our financial calendar at www.azerion.com/investors.

Certain financial data included in the report consists of alternative performance measures (“non-IFRS financial measures”), including EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA. The alternative performance measures, along with comparable IFRS measures, are used by Azerion’s management to evaluate the business performance and are useful to investors. They may not be comparable to similarly-titled measures as presented by other companies, nor should they be considered as an alternative to the historical financial results or other indicators of Azerion Holding’s cash flow based on IFRS. Even though the alternative performance measures are used by management to assess the Azerion Holdings financial position, financial results and liquidity and these types of measures are commonly used by investors, they have important limitations as analytical tools, and the recipients should not consider them in isolation or as a substitute for analysis of Azerion Holding’s financial position or results of operations as reported under IFRS.

Adjusted EBITDA as defined in the Definitions section of this Interim Report. For all definitions and reconciliations of alternative performance measures please also refer to www.azerion.com/investors. This report may contain forward-looking alternative performance measures. We are unable to provide a reconciliation of these forward-looking alternative performance measures to the most comparable IFRS financial measure because certain information is dependent on future events some of which are outside the control of the company.

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Definitions

Adjusted EBITDA means in all places other than in relation to Pro Forma LTM, in respect of the period, the consolidated profit of the Holding Group from ordinary activities according to the latest Financial Report(s):
(a) before deducting any amount of tax on profits, gains or income paid or payable by any member of the Holding Group;
(b) before deducting any Net Finance Costs;
(c) before taking into account any extraordinary items and any non-recurring items which are not in line with the ordinary course of business;
(d) before taking into account any Transaction Costs;
(e) not including any accrued interest owing to any Holding Group Company;
(f) before taking into account any unrealised gains or losses on any derivative
instrument (other than any derivative instruments which are accounted for on a
hedge account basis);
(g) after adding back or deducting, as the case may be, the amount of any loss or gain against book value arising on a disposal of any asset (other than in the ordinary course of trading) and any loss or gain arising from an upward or downward revaluation of any asset; and
(h) after adding back any amount attributable to the amortisation, depreciation or depletion of assets of members of the Holding Group

Adjusted EBITDA means in the context of Pro Forma LTM, EBITDA as defined in the terms and conditions of the Senior Secured Callable Fixed Rate Bonds ISIN: SE0015837794, in respect of the Reference Period, the consolidated profit of the Holding Group from ordinary activities according to the latest Financial Report(s):

(a) before deducting any amount of tax on profits, gains or income paid or payable by any member of the Holding Group;
(b) before deducting any Net Finance Cost
(c) before taking into account any extraordinary items and any non-recurring items which are not in line with the ordinary course of business provided that such items are not in excess of an amount equal to ten (10) per cent. of EBITDA in the Reference Period;
(d) before taking into account any Transaction Costs;
(e) not including any accrued interest owing to any Holding Group Company;
(f) before taking into account any unrealised gains or losses on any derivative
instrument (other than any derivative instruments which are accounted for on a
hedge account basis);
(g) after adding back or deducting, as the case may be, the amount of any loss or gain against book value arising on a disposal of any asset (other than in the ordinary course of trading) and any loss or gain arising from an upward or downward revaluation of any asset;
(h) after deducting the amount of any profit (or adding back the amount of any loss) of any Holding Group Company which is attributable to minority interests;
(i) plus or minus the Holding Group’s share of the profits or losses of entities which are not part of the Holding Group; and
(j) after adding back any amount attributable to the amortisation, depreciation or depletion of assets of members of the Holding Group

Adjusted EBITDA Margin means Adjusted EBITDA as a percentage of revenue

ARPDAU means Average Revenue per Daily Active User – revenue per period divided by days in the period divided by average daily active users in that period

Average DAUs: DAUs means Daily Active Users and  average DAUs is the number of distinct users per day averaged across the relevant period

Azerion Holding means Azerion Holding B.V. and Holding Group means Azerion Holding and each of its subsidiaries from time to time and Holding Group Company means any of them

EBIT means, in respect of the period, the consolidated profit from ordinary activities according to the latest Financial Report(s):

(a) before deducting any amount of tax on profits, gains or income paid or payable by any member of the Group;
(b) before deducting any Net Finance Charges

EBITDA means, in respect of the period, the consolidated profit of the Holding Group from ordinary activities according to the latest Financial Report(s):
(a) before deducting any amount of tax on profits, gains or income paid or payable by any member of the Holding Group;
(b) before deducting any Net Finance Costs;
(c) before deducting any amount attributable to the amortisation, depreciation or depletion of assets of members of the Holding Group.

EFIC1 means European FinTech IPO Company 1 B.V.

Financial Indebtedness means as defined in the terms and conditions of the Senior Secured Callable Fixed Rate Bonds ISIN: SE0015837794 any indebtedness in respect of:

1. monies borrowed or raised, including Market Loans;
2. the amount of any liability in respect of any Finance Leases;
3. receivables sold or discounted (other than any receivables to the extent they are sold on a non-recourse basis);
4. any amount raised under any other transaction (including any forward sale or purchase agreement) having the commercial effect of a borrowing;

Gross Margin means Gross Profit as a percentage of revenue

Gross Profit means the profit Azerion Holding B.V. makes after subtracting all (variable) costs that are related to manufacturing and selling its products or services. The gross profit can be calculated by deducting the cost of goods sold (COGS) from total sales.

Net Interest Bearing Debt as defined in the terms and conditions of the Senior Secured Callable Fixed Rate Bonds ISIN: SE0015837794 means the aggregate interest bearing Financial Indebtedness less cash and cash equivalents of the Holding Group in accordance with the Accounting Principles (for the avoidance of doubt, excluding any Bonds owned by the Issuer, guarantees, bank guarantees, Subordinated Loans, any claims subordinated pursuant to a subordination agreement on terms and conditions satisfactory to the Agent and interest bearing Financial Indebtedness borrowed from any Group Company) as such terms are defined in the terms and conditions of the Senior Secured Callable Fixed Rate Bonds ISIN: SE0015837794

Pro Forma LTM means the last twelve months Revenue or Adjusted EBITDA (as applicable) adjusted to include the contribution from companies or assets acquired during the last twelve months as if they had been acquired at the start of the last twelve months

Reference Period means as defined in the terms and conditions of the Senior Secured Callable Fixed Rate Bonds ISIN: SE0015837794 each period of twelve consecutive calendar months

Transaction Costs means all fees, costs and expenses, stamp, registration and other taxes incurred by Azerion Holding or any other Holding Group Company in connection with (i) the Bond Issue, (ii), any Subsequent Bond Issue, (iii) the listing of the Bonds or any Subsequent Bonds, (iv) acquisitions, mergers and divestments of companies and (v) an Equity Listing Event, as such terms are defined in the terms and conditions of the Senior Secured Callable Fixed Rate Bonds ISIN: SE0015837794