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GINV Global Invacom Group Limited

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Global Invacom Group Limited 3rd Quarter Results (9133V)

09/11/2017 7:00am

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Global Invacom Group Limited

09 November 2017

Global Invacom Group Limited

9 Months and Q3 2017 Results

Singapore and U.K. AIM-listed Global Invacom Group Reports Eight-Fold Rise in 9M FY2017 Net Profit To US$2.2 Million, Driven By Improved Efficiencies After Restructuring China Operations

   --     Administrative expenses for 9M FY2017 fell by 16.1% to US$15.5 million following last year's consolidation of two Chinese facilities into one 
   --     Net profit of US$2.2 million for 9M FY2017 (9M FY2016: US$0.3 million) 
   --     Achieves third consecutive quarter of profit in Q3 FY2017 

Singapore, 9 November 2017 - Global Invacom Group Limited ("Global Invacom" or "the Group"), a satellite communications ("Sat Comms") equipment provider listed on the Singapore Exchange and the U.K. AIM Market, today announced an eight-fold increase in net profit to US$2.2 million for the nine months ended 30 September 2017 ("9M FY2017") propelled by efficiencies following a restructuring of its China manufacturing operations.

The Group, which continued the development of strong quality controls and strengthened its cost management, also benefited from the consolidation of operations in the People's Republic of China that took place at the end of 2016, as it sharpened focus on its core business of making satellite-related products. The improved efficiencies helped lower administrative expenses for 9M FY2017 by 16.1% to US$15.5 million from US$18.5 million a year ago.

Group revenue for 9M FY2017 declined 10.8% to US$85.9 million, reflecting the reduction in revenue from contract manufacturing activities previously carried out in Shenzhen. On a geographical basis, the reduced revenue was due to lower contributions from America (-6.6%) and Europe (-28.4%), which was partially offset by higher contributions from Asia (+0.8%) and the Rest of the World (+18.0%).

9M FY2017 gross profit dropped 11.3% to US$17.9 million from US$20.2 million a year ago on lower revenue. Nonetheless, gross profit margins remained relatively level at 20.9% against 21.0% in 9M FY2016.

The Group achieved a US$0.7 million net profit for the three months ended 30 September 2017 ("Q3 FY2017") - its third consecutive profitable quarter - unchanged from a year ago despite lower revenues (Q3 FY2017: US$28.5 million compared to Q3 FY2016: US$32.1 million).

Q3 FY2017 gross profit decreased to US$6.1 million from US$7.2 million in Q3 FY2016. Gross profit margin decreased to 21.4% in Q3 FY2017 from 22.6% in Q3 FY2016, which had included a number of high-margin product sales that were not present in Q3 FY2017.

Earnings per share ("EPS") on a fully diluted basis came to 0.80 U.S. cent for 9M FY2017 (9M FY2016: 0.10 U.S. cent) and 0.25 U.S. cent for Q3 FY2017 (Q3 FY2016: 0.26 U.S. cent). Net asset value per share rose to 20.14 U.S. cents as at 30 September 2017 from 19.26 cents as at 31 December 2016.

Cash and cash equivalents as at 30 September 2017 amounted to US$8.9 million, a net increase of US$0.9 million in 9M FY2017.

During the period, the Group also began supplying a triple-feed Low Noise Block ("LNB") utilising Digital Channel Stacking Switch ("DCSS") technology that allows up to 32 continuous video streams. The LNBs are being sold to one of the Group's major customers, a U.S. broadcaster. The Group continues to leverage its position as a leader in the global satellite communication sector, combining its unique abilities in strong electrical and antenna R&D with established customer relationships and a global manufacturing footprint. It sees good opportunities amidst more launches of satellites to support data services and anticipates higher demand for VSAT products and services.

In the U.K., it successfully live-tested breakthrough technology for live HD large-scale event video streaming over WiFi.

Mr Tony Taylor, Executive Chairman of Global Invacom, said, "Our plan to restructure our supply chain and strengthen our manufacturing capabilities has generated significant cost savings, improved efficiencies across our global footprint and strengthened our foundations in manufacturing and supply chain."

"While helping our key satellite broadcasting customers transition to new technology, we will also strive to offer new satellite communication products while further improving operational efficiencies," he added.

The Group expects to continue deploying DCSS-generation technology across more LNBs, including those in design and pending approval, for other customers and territories.

**End of Press Release**

For media queries, please contact

Matthew Garner

Chief Financial Officer

Global Invacom Group Limited

 
 8 Temasek Boulevard          Freeman House 
  #20-03 Suntec Tower Three    John Roberts Business Park 
  Singapore 038988             Canterbury CT5 3BJ 
  +65 6884 3423                +44 203 053 3523 
 

On behalf of Global Invacom Group Limited:

finnCap Ltd (Nominated Adviser and Joint Broker)

Christopher Raggett/Simon Hicks (Corporate Finance)

Rhys Williams (Corporate Broking and Sales)

+44 207 220 0500

Mirabaud Securities LLP (Joint Broker)

Peter Krens (Equity Capital Markets)

+44 207 878 3362

WeR1 Consultants Pte Ltd (Singapore Investor Relations)

Ian Lau, ianlau@wer1.net

Roshan Singh, roshansingh@wer1.net

+65 6737 4844

About Global Invacom Group Limited

Global Invacom Group Limited ("Global Invacom") is listed on the Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Limited Mainboard ("SGX-ST") and its shares are admitted to trading on the AIM Market of the London Stock Exchange in the U.K.

Global Invacom is a fully integrated satellite equipment provider with six manufacturing plants across China, Israel, Malaysia, U.K. and the U.S. Its customers include satellite broadcasters such as BSkyB of the U.K. and Dish Network of the U.S.A.

On 24 August 2015, Global Invacom completed the acquisition of Global Skyware, a leading U.S.-based designer and supplier of satellite antennas products and services for C-band, Ku-band and Ka-band frequency platforms, positioning itself as the world's only full-service outdoor unit supplier.

Global Invacom provides a full range of dish antennas, LNB receivers, transmitters, switches and video distribution components and electronics manufacturing services in satellite communications as well as manufacturing services in TV peripherals, computer peripherals, medical, and consumer electronics industries.

For more information, please refer to www.globalinvacom.com

FINANCIAL STATEMENT ANNOUNCEMENT FOR Q3 AND NINE MONTHSED 30 SEPTEMBER 2017

PART I - INFORMATION REQUIRED FOR ANNOUNCEMENTS OF QUARTERLY (Q1, Q2 & Q3), HALF-YEAR AND FULL YEAR RESULTS

1(a) A statement of comprehensive income (for the group) together with a comparative statement for the corresponding period of the immediately preceding financial year.

Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income for Q3 and nine months ended 30 September 2017. These figures have not been audited.

 
                                                                                    Group                                                        Group 
                                                        ------------------------------------------------------------  ---------------------------------------------------------- 
                                                               Q3              Q3 FY2016             Increase/            9 Months         9 Months             Increase/ 
                                                             FY2017                                  (Decrease)            FY2017            FY2016             (Decrease) 
                                                            US$'000             US$'000                  %                US$'000           US$'000                 % 
 
 Revenue                                                     28,525           32,068                 (11.0)                85,949             96,343           (10.8) 
 
 Cost of sales                                            (22,427)         (24,833)                    (9.7)            (68,022)           (76,128)            (10.6) 
 
 Gross profit                                                  6,098                    7,235        (15.7)                17,927             20,215           (11.3) 
 
 Other income                                                       99                 -               N.M.                  1,007                   17          N.M. 
 Distribution costs                                              (34)             (46)               (26.1)                  (263)              (232)             13.4 
 Administrative expenses                                    (5,230)          (5,747)                   (9.0)            (15,545)           (18,526)            (16.1) 
 Other operating expenses                                             -           (24)             (100.0)                     (99)               (87)            13.8 
 Finance income                                                       4                1              300.0                       14                 13             7.7 
 Finance costs                                                 (111)            (227)                (51.1)                  (318)              (551)          (42.3) 
 
 Profit before income 
  tax(i)                                                          826           1,192                (30.7)                  2,723                 849          220.7 
 
 Income tax expense                                            (139)            (494)                (71.9)                  (558)              (580)            (3.8) 
                                                        ---------------  --------------------  ---------------------  ---------------  ----------------  ----------------------- 
 
   Profit after income 
   tax attributable to 
   equity holders of the 
   Company                                                 687                            698     (1.6)                  2,165            269               704.8 
                                                        ---------------  --------------------  ---------------------  ---------------  ----------------  ----------------------- 
 
 Other comprehensive 
  income/(loss): 
 
 Items that may be reclassified 
  subsequently to profit 
  or loss 
 
   *    Exchange differences on translation of foreign 
        subsidiaries                                                44          (248)                  N.M.                    152                231          (34.2) 
 Items that may not be 
  reclassified subsequently 
  to profit or loss                                                   -                -                      -                     -     -                 - 
                                                        ---------------  --------------------  ---------------------  ---------------  ----------------  ----------------------- 
 
   Other comprehensive 
   income/(loss) for the 
   period, net of tax                                               44          (248)                  N.M.                    152                231                     (34.2) 
                                                        ---------------  --------------------  ---------------------  ---------------  ----------------  ----------------------- 
 
   Total comprehensive 
   income for the period 
   attributable to equity 
   holders of the Company                                         731              450                          62.4        2,317                 500           363.4 
                                                        ---------------  --------------------  ---------------------  ---------------  ----------------  ----------------------- 
 

N.M.: Not Meaningful

Note:

   (i)    Profit before income tax was determined after (charging)/crediting the following: 
 
                                                   Group                                           Group 
                              ----------------------------------------------  ---------------------------------------------- 
                                     Q3          Q3 FY2016       Increase/      9 Months                         Increase/ 
                                   FY2017                        (Decrease)      FY2017      9 Months FY2016     (Decrease) 
                                  US$'000         US$'000            %           US$'000         US$'000             % 
 
     Interest income                      4                1       300.0                14              13               7.7 
     Interest expense              (111)            (227)         (51.1)           (318)           (551)              (42.3) 
     Gain/(Loss) on foreign 
      exchange                          90            (24)          N.M.              274            (87)             N.M. 
     Write-back of payables                -               -        N.M.             578                   -         N.M. 
     Gain/(Loss) on disposal 
      of property, plant and 
      equipment                            7               -        N.M.             (13)                  -          N.M. 
     Impairment of property, 
     plant and equipment                    -              -               -         (86)                  -          N.M. 
     Depreciation of 
      property, plant and 
      equipment                     (648)          (643)               0.8      (1,870)         (1,875)               (0.3) 
     Amortisation of 
      intangible assets             (166)            (40)          315.0           (474)           (116)             308.6 
     (Allowance)/Write-back 
      of inventory 
      obsolescence                    (72)         (156)          (53.8)              191          (483)             N.M. 
     Operating lease expense        (651)          (818)         (20.4)         (2,262)         (2,501)               (9.6) 
     Research and 
      development expense           (390)          (422)            (7.6)       (1,193)         (1,177)                  1.4 
 
 

1(b)(i) A statement of financial position (for the issuer and group), together with a comparative statement as at the end of the immediately preceding financial year.

 
                                                Group                                     Company 
                             ------------------------------------------  ----------------------------------------- 
                                    30 Sep                31 Dec                30 Sep                31 Dec 
                                     2017                  2016                   2017                 2016 
                                   US$'000               US$'000                US$'000              US$'000 
 ASSETS 
 Non-current Assets 
  Property, plant and 
   equipment                          12,492                13,177                         8                     4 
  Investments in 
   subsidiaries                                -                      -           44,866                53,415 
  Goodwill                              9,352                 9,352                         -                    - 
  Intangible assets                     2,565                 2,828                         -                    - 
  Available-for-sale 
   financial assets                            8                     8                      -                    - 
  Deferred tax assets                      355                   355                        -                    - 
  Other receivables and 
   prepayments                               55                    55             10,073                         - 
                                      24,827                25,775                54,947                53,419 
                             -------------------  ---------------------  --------------------  ------------------- 
 Current Assets 
  Due from subsidiaries                        -                      -                943                   867 
  Inventories                         31,072                28,841                          -                    - 
  Trade receivables                   18,111                16,934                          -                    - 
  Other receivables and 
   prepayments                          2,901                 3,110                 5,872               11,202 
  Tax receivables                            11               1,002                         -                    - 
  Cash and cash equivalents             8,873                 7,942                    297                1,251 
                             -------------------  ---------------------  --------------------  ------------------- 
                                      60,968                57,829                  7,112               13,320 
                             -------------------  ---------------------  --------------------  ------------------- 
 
               Total assets           85,795                83,604                62,059                66,739 
                             -------------------  ---------------------  --------------------  ------------------- 
 
 EQUITY AND LIABILITIES 
 Equity 
  Share capital                       60,423                60,423                74,240                74,240 
  Treasury shares                    (1,656)               (1,656)                (1,656)              (1,656) 
  Reserves                           (4,051)               (6,453)              (13,216)             (12,929) 
 Total equity                         54,716                52,314                59,368                59,655 
                             -------------------  ---------------------  --------------------  ------------------- 
 
 Non-current Liabilities 
  Other payables                        1,222                 1,222                         -                    - 
  Deferred tax liabilities                 681                   681                        -                    - 
                                        1,903                 1,903                         -                    - 
                             -------------------  ---------------------  --------------------  ------------------- 
 Current Liabilities 
  Due to subsidiaries                          -                      -             2,121                 6,820 
  Trade payables                      14,727                16,602                          -                    - 
  Other payables                        5,457                 6,323                    502                   196 
  Borrowings                            8,722                 6,108                         -                    - 
  Provision for income 
   tax                                     270                   354                     68                    68 
                             -------------------  ---------------------  --------------------  ------------------- 
                                      29,176                29,387                  2,691                 7,084 
                             -------------------  ---------------------  --------------------  ------------------- 
 
 Total liabilities                    31,079                31,290                  2,691                 7,084 
                             -------------------  ---------------------  --------------------  ------------------- 
 
 Total equity and 
  liabilities                         85,795                83,604                62,059                66,739 
                             -------------------  ---------------------  --------------------  ------------------- 
 
   1(b)(ii)     Aggregate amount of group's borrowings and debt securities. 

Amount repayable in one year or less, or on demand

 
    As at 30 Sep 2017       As at 31 Dec 2016 
----------------------  ---------------------- 
 Secured    Unsecured    Secured    Unsecured 
---------  -----------  ---------  ----------- 
 US$'000     US$'000     US$'000     US$'000 
---------  -----------  ---------  ----------- 
  8,722         -         6,108         - 
---------  -----------  ---------  ----------- 
 

Amount repayable after one year

 
    As at 30 Sep 2017       As at 31 Dec 2016 
----------------------  ---------------------- 
 Secured    Unsecured    Secured    Unsecured 
---------  -----------  ---------  ----------- 
 US$'000     US$'000     US$'000     US$'000 
---------  -----------  ---------  ----------- 
    -           -           -           - 
---------  -----------  ---------  ----------- 
 

Details of any collateral

The revolving credit loans of US$8,722,000 were secured over the corporate guarantees provided by the Company.

1(c) A statement of cash flows (for the group), together with a comparative statement for the corresponding period of the immediately preceding financial year.

 
                                                Group                                         Group 
                                ------------------------------------      -------------------------------------------- 
                                    Q3 FY2017          Q3 FY2016                 9 Months 
                                                                                  FY2017          9 Months FY2016 
                                     US$'000            US$'000                  US$'000              US$'000 
 Cash Flows from Operating 
 Activities 
 Profit before income tax                 826              1,192                   2,723                    849 
 Adjustments for: 
  Depreciation of property, 
   plant and equipment                     648                643                  1,870                 1,875 
  Amortisation of intangible 
   assets                                  166                  40                    474                   116 
  (Gain)/Loss on disposal of 
   property, plant and 
   equipment                                (7)                    -                    13                       - 
  Impairment of property,                       -                  -                    86                      - 
  plant and equipment 
  Allowance/(Write-back) of 
   inventory obsolescence                    72               156                   (191)                   483 
  Unrealised exchange 
   loss/(gain)                                 9               (289)                    26                 (70) 
  Interest income                           (4)                  (1)                  (14)                 (13) 
  Interest expense                         111                227                     318                   551 
  Share-based payments                        10                 45                      85                  218 
   Write-back of payables                      -                  -                       (578)               - 
 Operating cash flow before 
  working capital changes               1,831              2,013                   4,812                 4,009 
 Changes in working capital: 
  Inventories                        (1,275)                 (2,563)             (2,005)              (1,802) 
  Trade receivables                  (1,112)                   (474)             (1,140)                 3,481 
  Other receivables and 
   prepayments                       (1,311)                   (819)                  813                   516 
  Trade and other payables                 811             2,648                 (2,606)                 (468) 
                                -----------------  -----------------      ---------------------  ----------------- 
 Cash (used in)/generated from 
  operating activities               (1,056)                  805                   (126)                5,736 
  Interest paid                           (58)                 (302)                (275)                (534) 
  Income tax refund/(paid)                   85                (208)                  (50)               (513) 
 Net cash (used in)/generated 
  from operating activities          (1,029)                  295                   (451)                4,689 
                                -----------------  -----------------      ---------------------  ----------------- 
 
 Cash Flows from Investing 
 Activities 
  Interest received                           4                   1                     14                    13 
  Purchase of property, plant 
   and equipment                        (469)                  (256)             (1,330)              (1,371) 
  Proceeds from disposal of 
   property, plant and 
   equipment                                   5                   -                    32                       - 
  Decrease in restricted cash              200                     -               1,200                        5 
 Net cash used in investing 
  activities                            (260)                  (255)                  (84)            (1,353) 
                                -----------------  -----------------      ---------------------  ----------------- 
 
 
 
                                                       Group                                 Group 
                                        ----------------------------------   ------------------------------------- 
                                            Q3 FY2017         Q3 FY2016        9 Months FY2017     9 Months FY2016 
                                             US$'000           US$'000             US$'000             US$'000 
 Cash Flows from Financing Activities 
  Proceeds from borrowings                    12,435             11,569              40,977             35,203 
  Repayment of borrowings                  (12,225)              (9,765)      (38,363)                (33,069) 
  Repayment of shareholders' loan                       -        (2,850)                       -        (2,850) 
 Net cash generated from/(used in) 
  financing activities                             210           (1,046)               2,614               (716) 
                                        -----------------  ---------------   -------------------  ---------------- 
 
   Net (decrease)/increase in cash and 
   cash equivalents                          (1,079)             (1,006)               2,079              2,620 
 Cash and cash equivalents at the 
  beginning of the period                       9,933            11,066                6,742              7,448 
 Effect of foreign exchange rate 
  changes on the balance of cash held 
  in foreign currencies                              19               (16)                  52               (24) 
                                        -----------------  ---------------   -------------------  ---------------- 
 Cash and cash equivalents at the end 
  of the period(i)                              8,873            10,044                8,873            10,044 
                                        -----------------  ---------------   -------------------  ---------------- 
 
 

Note:

(i) For the purpose of presentation in the consolidated statement of cash flows, the consolidated cash and cash equivalents comprise the following:

 
                                  Q3                     Q3                   9 Months               9 Months 
                                FY2017                  FY2016                 FY2017                  FY2016 
                               US$'000                 US$'000                US$'000                 US$'000 
 
    Cash and bank 
     balances                 8,843                11,014                    8,843                   11,014 
    Fixed deposits                 30                   443                       30                      443 
                        ---------------------  ----------------------  ---------------------  ---------------------- 
                              8,873                11,457                    8,873                    11,457 
    Less: Restricted 
     cash*                            -           (1,413)                            -               (1,413) 
                        ---------------------  ----------------------  ---------------------  ---------------------- 
    Cash and cash 
     equivalents per 
     the consolidated 
     statement of cash 
     flows                              8,873                  10,044                  8,873                  10,044 
                        ---------------------  ----------------------  ---------------------  ---------------------- 
 

* Restricted cash in Q3 FY2016 included cash collateral of US$1,000,000 and fixed deposits of US$400,000 pledged with the banks for facilities and loans granted to the Group. As at 30 September 2017, the Group had utilised US$8,722,000 of the facilities and loans granted.

1(d)(i) A statement (for the issuer and group) showing either (i) all changes in equity or (ii) changes in equity other than those arising from capitalisation issues and distributions to shareholders, together with a comparative statement for the corresponding period of the immediately preceding financial year.

 
                                                                                                                                      Foreign 
                                                                                      Capital           Share                         currency 
                         Share             Treasury             Merger              redemption         options      Capital         translation           Retained 
      Group             capital             shares             reserves              reserves          reserve      reserve           reserve              profits           Total 
                       US$'000             US$'000             US$'000               US$'000          US$'000      US$'000            US$'000             US$'000          US$'000 
 
 Balance as at 
  1 Jan 2017          60,423              (1,656)          (10,150)                              6      613          (3,695)              (986)                7,759       52,314 
 Share-based 
  payments                        -                   -                   -                       -      40                -                       -         -                      40 
 Profit for the 
  period                          -                   -                   -                       -      -                 -                       -             605             605 
 Other 
 comprehensive 
 loss: 
 Exchange 
  differences 
  on 
  translating 
  foreign 
  operations        -                   -                   -                   -                         -                -     (113)                   -               (113) 
                 ------------------  ------------------  ------------------  ----------------------  ---------  ------------  ----------------------  --------------  ---------------- 
 Total other 
  comprehensive 
  (loss)/income 
  for the 
  period            -                   -                   -                   -                         -                -     (113)                           605     492 
                 ------------------  ------------------  ------------------  ----------------------  ---------  ------------  ----------------------  --------------  ---------------- 
 Balance as at 
  31 Mar 2017         60,423              (1,656)          (10,150)                              6      653          (3,695)          (1,099)                  8,364       52,846 
 Share-based 
  payments                        -                   -                   -                       -      35                -                       -               -                35 
                 ------------------  ------------------  ------------------  ----------------------  ---------  ------------  ----------------------  --------------  ---------------- 
 Profit for the 
  period                          -                   -                   -                       -      -                 -                       -             873             873 
 Other 
 comprehensive 
 income: 
 Exchange 
  differences 
  on 
  translating 
  foreign 
  operations        -                   -                   -                   -                         -                -     221                               -     221 
                 ------------------  ------------------  ------------------  ----------------------  ---------  ------------  ----------------------  --------------  ---------------- 
 Total other 
  comprehensive 
  income for 
  the 
  period            -                   -                   -                   -                         -                -     221                             873     1,094 
                 ------------------  ------------------  ------------------  ----------------------  ---------  ------------  ----------------------  --------------  ---------------- 
 Balance as at 
  30 Jun 2017         60,423              (1,656)          (10,150)                              6      688          (3,695)              (878)                9,237       53,975 
 Share-based 
  payments                        -                   -                   -                       -      10                -                       -               -                10 
                 ------------------  ------------------  ------------------  ----------------------  ---------  ------------  ----------------------  --------------  ---------------- 
 Profit for the 
  period                          -                   -                   -                       -      -                 -                       -             687             687 
 Other 
 comprehensive 
 income: 
 Exchange 
  differences 
  on 
  translating 
  foreign 
  operations        -                   -                   -                   -                         -                -     44                      -               44 
                 ------------------  ------------------  ------------------  ----------------------  ---------  ------------  ----------------------  --------------  ---------------- 
 Total other 
  comprehensive 
  income for 
  the 
  period            -                   -                   -                   -                         -                -     44                      687             731 
                 ------------------  ------------------  ------------------  ----------------------  ---------  ------------  ----------------------  --------------  ---------------- 
 Balance as at 
  30 Sep 2017         60,423              (1,656)          (10,150)                              6      698          (3,695)              (834)                9,924       54,716 
                 ------------------  ------------------  ------------------  ----------------------  ---------  ------------  ----------------------  --------------  ---------------- 
 
 Balance as at 
  1 Jan 2016          60,423              (1,656)          (10,150)                              6      353          (3,786)          (1,281)             10,553           54,462 
 Share-based 
  payments                        -                   -                   -                       -      87                -                       -               -                87 
 Loss for the 
  period                          -                   -                   -                       -      -                 -                       -          (654)           (654) 
 Other 
 comprehensive 
 income: 
 Exchange 
  differences 
  on 
  translating 
  foreign 
  operations        -                   -                   -                   -                         -                -     578                     -               578 
                 ------------------  ------------------  ------------------  ----------------------  ---------  ------------  ----------------------  --------------  ---------------- 
 Total other 
  comprehensive 
  income/(loss) 
  for the 
  period            -                   -                   -                   -                         -                -     578                           (654)     (76) 
                 ------------------  ------------------  ------------------  ----------------------  ---------  ------------  ----------------------  --------------  ---------------- 
 Balance as at 
  31 Mar 2016         60,423              (1,656)          (10,150)                              6      440          (3,786)              (703)                9,899       54,473 
 Share-based 
  payments                        -                   -                   -                       -      86                -                       -               -                86 
                 ------------------  ------------------  ------------------  ----------------------  ---------  ------------  ----------------------  --------------  ---------------- 
 Profit for the 
  period                          -                   -                   -                       -      -                 -                       -             225             225 
 Other 
 comprehensive 
 loss: 
 Exchange 
  differences 
  on 
  translating 
  foreign 
  operations        -                   -                   -                   -                         -                -     (99)                              -     (99) 
                 ------------------  ------------------  ------------------  ----------------------  ---------  ------------  ----------------------  --------------  ---------------- 
 Total other 
  comprehensive 
  (loss)/income 
  for the 
  period            -                   -                   -                   -                         -                -     (99)                    225             126 
                 ------------------  ------------------  ------------------  ----------------------  ---------  ------------  ----------------------  --------------  ---------------- 
 Balance as at 
  30 Jun 2016         60,423              (1,656)          (10,150)                              6      526          (3,786)              (802)               10,124       54,685 
 Share-based 
  payments                        -                   -                   -                       -      45                -                       -               -                45 
 Transfer to 
  capital 
  reserve in 
  accordance 
  with 
  statutory 
  requirements      -                   -                   -                   -                         -               91     -                       (91)            - 
                 ------------------  ------------------  ------------------  ----------------------  ---------  ------------  ----------------------  --------------  ---------------- 
 Profit for the 
  period                          -                   -                   -                       -      -                 -                       -             698             698 
 Other 
 comprehensive 
 loss: 
 Exchange 
  differences 
  on 
  translating 
  foreign 
  operations        -                   -                   -                   -                         -                -     (248)                             -     (248) 
                 ------------------  ------------------  ------------------  ----------------------  ---------  ------------  ----------------------  --------------  ---------------- 
 Total other 
  comprehensive 
  (loss)/income 
  for the 
  period            -                   -                   -                   -                         -                -     (248)                   698             450 
                 ------------------  ------------------  ------------------  ----------------------  ---------  ------------  ----------------------  --------------  ---------------- 
 Balance as at 
  30 Sep 2016         60,423              (1,656)          (10,150)                              6      571          (3,695)          (1,050)              10,731          55,180 
                 ------------------  ------------------  ------------------  ----------------------  ---------  ------------  ----------------------  --------------  ---------------- 
 
 
                                                                                                                                   Foreign 
                                                                                Share                                              currency 
                            Share                   Treasury                   options                   Capital                  translation                   Accumulated 
   Company                 capital                   shares                    reserve                   reserve                    reserve                        losses                     Total 
                          US$'000                   US$'000                   US$'000                   US$'000                    US$'000                       US$'000                    US$'000 
 
 Balance as at 
  1 Jan 2017               74,240                   (1,656)                          613                (4,481)                   (2,067)                      (6,994)                         59,655 
 Share-based 
  payments                             -                         -                     38                            -                         -                            -                          38 
 Loss for the 
  period                               -                         -                         -                         -                         -                     (85)                           (85) 
 Other 
 comprehensive 
 income: 
 Exchange 
  differences 
  on 
  translating 
  foreign 
  operations     -                            -                      -                            -                                              140                          -         140 
                 ------------------------  ------------------------  ------------------------  ------------------------  ---------------------------  -----------------------------  -------------------- 
 Total other 
  comprehensive 
  income/(loss) 
  for the 
  period         -                            -                      -                            -                                              140     (85)                           55 
 Balance as at 
  31 Mar 2017              74,240                   (1,656)                          651                (4,481)                   (1,927)                      (7,079)                         59,748 
 Share-based 
  payments                             -                         -                     37                            -                         -                            -                          37 
 Loss for the 
  period                               -                         -                         -                         -                         -                     (56)                           (56) 
 Other 
 comprehensive 
 loss: 
 Exchange 
 differences     -                            -                      -                         -                            -                                                 -         - 
 on translating 
 foreign 
 operations 
                 ------------------------  ------------------------  ------------------------  ------------------------  ---------------------------  -----------------------------  -------------------- 
 Total other 
  comprehensive 
  loss for the 
  period         -                         -                         -                            -                                              -                            (56)      (56) 
                 ------------------------  ------------------------  ------------------------  ------------------------  ---------------------------  -----------------------------  -------------------- 
 Balance as at 
  30 Jun 2017              74,240                   (1,656)                          688                (4,481)                   (1,927)                      (7,135)                         59,729 
 Share-based 
  payments                             -                         -                     10                            -                         -                            -                          10 
 Loss for the 
  period                               -                         -                         -                         -                         -                   (371)                          (371) 
 Other 
 comprehensive 
 loss: 
 Exchange 
 differences     -                            -                      -                         -                            -                                                 -         - 
 on translating 
 foreign 
 operations 
                 ------------------------  ------------------------  ------------------------  ------------------------  ---------------------------  -----------------------------  -------------------- 
 Total other 
  comprehensive 
  loss for the 
  period         -                         -                         -                            -                                              -                            (371)     (371) 
                 ------------------------  ------------------------  ------------------------  ------------------------  ---------------------------  -----------------------------  -------------------- 
 Balance as at 
  30 Sep 2017              74,240                   (1,656)                          698                (4,481)                   (1,927)                      (7,506)                         59,368 
                 ------------------------  ------------------------  ------------------------  ------------------------  ---------------------------  -----------------------------  -------------------- 
 
 Balance as at 
  1 Jan 2016               74,240                   (1,656)                          353                (4,481)                   (2,067)                      (5,007)                         61,382 
 Share-based 
  payments                             -                         -                     87                            -                         -                            -                          87 
 Loss for the 
  period                               -                         -                         -                         -                         -                   (527)                          (527) 
 Other 
 comprehensive 
 loss: 
 Exchange 
 differences     -                            -                      -                            -                                              -                            -         - 
 on translating 
 foreign 
 operations 
                 ------------------------  ------------------------  ------------------------  ------------------------  ---------------------------  -----------------------------  -------------------- 
 Total other 
  comprehensive 
  loss for the 
  period         -                            -                      -                            -                                              -       (527)                          (527) 
 Balance as at 
  31 Mar 2016              74,240                   (1,656)                          440                (4,481)                   (2,067)                      (5,534)                         60,942 
 Share-based 
  payments                             -                         -                     86                            -                         -                            -                          86 
 Loss for the 
  period                               -                         -                         -                         -                         -                   (996)                          (996) 
 Other 
 comprehensive 
 loss: 
 Exchange 
 differences     -                            -                      -                         -                            -                                                 -         - 
 on translating 
 foreign 
 operations 
                 ------------------------  ------------------------  ------------------------  ------------------------  ---------------------------  -----------------------------  -------------------- 
 Total other 
  comprehensive 
  loss for the 
  period         -                         -                         -                            -                                              -                            (996)     (996) 
                 ------------------------  ------------------------  ------------------------  ------------------------  ---------------------------  -----------------------------  -------------------- 
 Balance as at 
  30 Jun 2016              74,240                   (1,656)                          526                (4,481)                   (2,067)                      (6,530)                         60,032 
 Share-based 
  payments                             -                         -                     45                            -                         -                            -                          45 
                 ------------------------  ------------------------  ------------------------  ------------------------  ---------------------------  -----------------------------  -------------------- 
 Profit for the 
  period                               -                         -                         -                         -                         -                        50                             50 
 Other 
 comprehensive 
 income: 
 Exchange 
 differences     -                            -                      -                         -                            -                                                 -         - 
 on translating 
 foreign 
 operations 
                 ------------------------  ------------------------  ------------------------  ------------------------  ---------------------------  -----------------------------  -------------------- 
 Total other 
  comprehensive 
  income for 
  the 
  period         -                         -                         -                            -                                              -                            50        50 
                 ------------------------  ------------------------  ------------------------  ------------------------  ---------------------------  -----------------------------  -------------------- 
 Balance as at 
  30 Sep 2016              74,240                   (1,656)                          571                (4,481)                   (2,067)                      (6,480)                         60,127 
                 ------------------------  ------------------------  ------------------------  ------------------------  ---------------------------  -----------------------------  -------------------- 
 

1(d)(ii) Details of any changes in the company's share capital arising from rights issue, bonus issue, share buy-backs, exercise of share options or warrants, conversion of other issues of equity securities, issue of shares for cash or as consideration for acquisition or for any other purpose since the end of the previous period reported on.

State also the number of shares that may be issued on conversion of all the outstanding convertibles, as well as the number of shares held as treasury shares, if any, against the total number of issued shares excluding treasury shares of the issuer, as at the end of the current financial period reported on and as at the end of the corresponding period of the immediately preceding financial year.

 
        9 Months FY2017                                No. of shares         US$'000 
 
        Balance as at 1 Jan 2017 and 30 Sep 2017             271,662,227         72,584 
                                                   ---------------------  ------------- 
 
          9 Months FY2016                              No. of shares         US$'000 
 
        Balance as at 1 Jan 2016 and 30 Sep 2016             271,662,227         72,584 
                                                   ---------------------  ------------- 
 
 

There were 10,740,072 treasury shares held by the Company as at 30 September 2017 and 30 September 2016 and there was no subsidiary holdings.

1(d)(iii) To show the total number of issued shares excluding treasury shares as at the end of the current financial period and as at the end of the immediately preceding year.

 
                                                            30 Sep 2017   31 Dec 2016 
---------------------------------------------------------  ------------  ------------ 
 Total number of issued shares excluding treasury shares    271,662,227   271,662,227 
---------------------------------------------------------  ------------  ------------ 
 

1(d)(iv) A statement showing all sales, transfers, disposal, cancellation and/or use of treasury shares as at the end of the current financial period reported on.

 
 9 Months FY2017                        No. of shares   US$'000 
 
 Balance as at 1 Jan 2017 and 30 Sep 
  2017                                   10,740,072      1,656 
                                       --------------  -------- 
 

1(d)(v) A statement showing all sales, transfers, cancellation and/or use of subsidiary holdings as at the end of the current financial period reported on.

 
 9 Months FY2017                       No. of shares   US$'000 
 
 Balance as at 1 Jan 2017 and 30 Sep         -            - 
  2017 
                                      --------------  -------- 
 

2. Whether the figures have been audited or reviewed and in accordance with which auditing standard or practice.

These figures have not been audited or reviewed.

   3.             Where the figures have been audited or reviewed, the auditors' report (including any qualifications or emphasis of a matter). 

Not applicable.

4. Whether the same accounting policies and methods of computation as in the issuer's most recently audited annual financial statements have been applied.

The accounting policies and methods of computation have been applied consistently for the current financial period ended 30 September 2017 as those used in the audited financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2016, except for the adoption of the new or revised International Financial Reporting Standards ("IFRS") applicable for the financial period beginning 1 January 2017.

5. If there are any changes in the accounting policies and methods of computation, including any required by an accounting standard, what has changed, as well as the reasons for, and the effect of, the change.

The Group has adopted all of the new or revised IFRS that are effective for the financial period beginning 1 January 2017 and are relevant to its operations. The adoption of these IFRS does not have financial impact on the Group's financial position or results.

6. Earnings per ordinary share of the group for the current financial period reported on and the corresponding period of the immediately preceding financial year, after deducting any provision for preference dividends.

 
 Earnings per ordinary share of the Group, after deducting any             Group                       Group 
 provision for preference dividends 
--------------------------------------------------------------  --------------------------  -------------------------- 
                                                                     Q3            Q3         9 Months      9 Months 
                                                                    FY2017        FY2016        FY2017        FY2016 
                                                                     US$           US$           US$           US$ 
--------------------------------------------------------------  ------------  ------------  ------------  ------------ 
 (a) Based on weighted average number of ordinary shares on       0.25 cent     0.26 cent     0.80 cent     0.10 cent 
 issue; and 
 (b) On a fully diluted basis                                     0.25 cent     0.26 cent     0.80 cent     0.10 cent 
 
 Weighted average number of ordinary shares used in 
  computation of basic earnings per share                        271,662,227   271,662,227   271,662,227   271,662,227 
 Weighted average number of ordinary shares used in 
  computation of diluted earnings per share                      272,247,261   271,763,615   272,092,244   271,662,227 
--------------------------------------------------------------  ------------  ------------  ------------  ------------ 
 

7. Net asset value (for the issuer and group) per ordinary share based on the total number of issued shares excluding treasury shares of the issuer at the end of the:

(a) current financial period reported on; and

(b) immediately preceding financial year.

 
                                                                           Group                      Company 
--------------------------------------------------------------  --------------------------  -------------------------- 
                                                                 30 Sep 2017   31 Dec 2016   30 Sep 2017   31 Dec 2016 
                                                                     US$           US$           US$           US$ 
--------------------------------------------------------------  ------------  ------------  ------------  ------------ 
 Net asset value per ordinary share based on issued share        20.14 cents   19.26 cents   21.85 cents   21.96 cents 
 capital 
 Total number of issued shares                                   271,662,227   271,662,227   271,662,227   271,662,227 
--------------------------------------------------------------  ------------  ------------  ------------  ------------ 
 
   8.             A review of the performance of the group, to the extent necessary for a reasonable understanding of the group's business.  It must include a discussion of the following: 

(a) any significant factors that affected the turnover, costs, and earnings of the group for the current financial period reported on, including (where applicable) seasonal or cyclical factors; and

(b) any material factors that affected the cash flow, working capital, assets or liabilities of the group during the current financial period reported on.

Review of Financial Performance

Revenue

Following the Group's decision to consolidate its subsidiaries in the People's Republic of China ("PRC") at the end of 2016 and concentrate on its core satellite business, the Group's revenue for the nine months FY2017 ("9M FY2017") decreased US$10.4 million (-10.8%) to US$85.9 million from US$96.3 million a year ago, led by the reduction of US$9.1 million from the Contract Manufacturing segment. Its revenue in Q3 FY2017 was US$28.5 million, US$3.6 million lower than US$32.1 million in Q3 FY2016. Although retaining key customers in the consolidation, the Contract Manufacturing segment showed a US$3.2 million reduction in sales for this period.

By geography, reflecting the consolidation in PRC, revenue for the 9M FY2017 declined from America and Europe by US$4.3 million (-6.6%) and US$6.7 million (-28.4%), respectively, offset by an increase in revenue from Asia and Rest of the World ("RoW") by US$0.1 million (+0.8%) and US$0.5 million (+18.0%), respectively. Decline in revenue for Q3 FY2017 against Q3 FY2016 was mainly attributable to the regions in America, Europe and RoW by US$2.3 million (-10.5%), US$1.5 million (-17.9%) and US$0.1 million (-15.5%), respectively. This was partially offset by an increase in revenue from Asia by US$0.3 million (+24.7%). Again, this is driven by reduced revenue from the discontinued Contract Manufacturing segment.

Gross Profit

For 9M FY2017, gross profit was US$17.9 million, down US$2.3 million from US$20.2 million in nine months FY2016 ("9M FY2016") with gross profit margin ("GPM") decreasing slightly to 20.9% from 21.0%.

In Q3 FY2017 gross profit was US$6.1 million, down US$1.1 million from US$7.2 million in Q3 FY2016, largely driven by the lower revenue figure. GPM dropped to 21.4% in Q3 FY2017 from 22.6% in Q3 FY2016 which had included some high-margin product sales.

Other Income

Other income in Q3 FY2017 pertained primarily to foreign exchange gains.

Administrative Expenses

Administrative expenses for 9M FY2017 decreased by 16.1% to US$15.5 million from US$18.5 million a year ago, representing 18.1% and 19.2% of revenue, respectively. This is attributed to ongoing cost-saving exercises initiated during FY2016 including the consolidation of the Group's PRC operations. Administrative expenses decreased 9.0% to US$5.2 million in Q3 FY2017 from US$5.7 million in Q3 FY2016, representing 18.3% and 17.9% of revenue, respectively.

Profit Before Tax & Net Profit

The Group posted a profit before tax of US$2.7 million in 9M FY2017 compared to US$0.8 million in 9M FY2016, an increase of 220.7%, representing a margin of 3.2% and 0.9% respectively. The Group recorded a profit before tax of US$0.8 million in Q3 FY2017 compared to US$1.2 million in Q3 FY2016, a decrease of 30.7%, representing a margin of 2.9% and 3.7%, respectively.

Overall, the Group posted a net profit of US$2.2 million in the 9M FY2017 compared to US$0.3 million in 9M FY2016, representing a net margin of 2.5% and 0.3% respectively. The Group posted a net profit of US$0.7 million in Q3 FY2017 compared to US$0.7 million in Q3 FY2016, representing a net margin of 2.4% and 2.2%, respectively.

Review of Financial Position

Non-current assets decreased, primarily due to the depreciation of property, plant and equipment and the amortisation of intangible assets.

Net current assets increased by US$3.4 million to US$31.8 million as at 30 September 2017 compared to US$28.4 million as at 31 December 2016. Inventories increased by US$2.2 million in preparation for orders for the next few months and trade and other receivables increased by US$1.0 million from late quarter revenues. Trade and other payables decreased by US$2.8 million following the ongoing rectification of trade supplier payments particularly by the Group's operations in the United States. This was achieved by restructuring our loan facilities and taking on new borrowings which have increased by US$2.6 million to US$8.7 million, resulting in an increase of US$0.9 million in cash and cash equivalents to US$8.9 million as at 30 September 2017. Net tax receivables decreased by US$0.9 million to net tax payables of US$0.3 million as at 30 September 2017.

The Group's net asset value stood at US$54.7 million as at 30 September 2017, compared to US$52.3 million as at 31 December 2016.

Review of Cash Flows

Net cash used in operating activities in Q3 FY2017 was US$1.0 million, comprising cash inflow from operating activities before working capital changes of US$1.8 million and net working capital outflow of US$2.8 million.

Net cash used in operating activities in the 9M FY2017 was US$0.5 million, comprising cash inflow from operating activities before working capital changes of US$4.8 million, net working capital outflow of US$5.0 million and payment of interest and income tax expense of US$0.3 million.

Net cash used in investing activities was US$0.3 million in Q3 FY2017 and US$0.1 million in the 9M FY2017. This was mainly attributable to the purchase of machinery and equipment and offset by a decrease in restricted cash in Q3 FY2017.

Net cash generated from financing activities was US$0.2 million in Q3 FY2017 and US$2.6 million in the 9M FY2017, arising mainly from the additional proceeds from borrowings.

Overall, the Group recorded a net decrease in cash and cash equivalents of US$1.1 million in Q3 FY2017 against an increase of US$2.1 million in the 9M FY2017, bringing cash and cash equivalents per the consolidated statement of cash flows to US$8.9 million as at 30 September 2017.

9. Where a forecast, or a prospect statement, has been previously disclosed to shareholders, any variance between it and the actual results.

No prospect statement was made.

10. A commentary at the date of the announcement of the significant trends and competitive conditions of the industry in which the group operates and any known factors or events that may affect the group in the next reporting period and the next 12 months.

According to the Satellite Industry Association*, yearly growth in the global satellite industry was steady at 2% in 2016, with the satellite services section supported by demand in emerging markets for both Satellite TV and Satellite Broadband. As more satellites are launched to support data services, particularly in developing markets, the Group anticipates increased demand for VSAT products and services. The Group will leverage on its value proposition as a global leader in this sector, taking into account its strong research and development capabilities, established ties with major customers and global manufacturing footprint.

The Group will continue to monitor developments in the global economic and political landscape that may affect international trade, but overall remains confident in the outlook for the satellite communications sector.

Global broadcasters are continuing to transition clients to the new Digital Channel Stacking Switch-related ("DCSS") technology, which allows up to 32 streams from a single Low Noise Block ("LNB"), with the Group's growing suite of DCSS products offering a combined competitive edge. The Group commenced supply of a new triple-feed DCSS LNB to the western U.S. region in September 2017 following approval from its customer, a major U.S. broadcaster. It is one of two exclusive suppliers of this product for this key client, underscoring its position as a leading supplier of cutting-edge satellite communications equipment. The Group expects to deploy more DCSS-generation technology across its LNBs, including those in design and pending approval, for other customers and territories.

The Group's extensive restructuring efforts in the last two years have streamlined its supply chain through strengthening quality and cost controls. The U.S. site in particular has shown improved operational efficiencies bringing its first profitable quarters in over ten years. Further, the Group's decision to consolidate its subsidiaries in the People's Republic of China ("PRC") at the end of FY2016, has helped to protect its margins for the financial year to date. With the cessation of its contract manufacturing activities in the PRC, the Group will focus on its core segment of manufacturing satellite-related products, utilising its strong research and development expertise in both fields of electronics and antenna design, to provide new and existing customers with solutions and cost-effective alternatives to enhance margin for the Group.

The Group will continue to deploy innovative new products, work on ground-breaking technologies and tap promising opportunities worldwide. In the quarter under review, it successfully live-tested breakthrough technology permitting live HD large-scale event video streaming over WiFi.

*Source: The Satellite Industry Association's 2017 State of the Satellite Industry Report

   11.           Dividend 
   (a)   Current Financial Period Reported On 

Any dividend declared for the current financial period reported on?

None.

   (b)   Corresponding Period of the Immediately Preceding Financial Year 

Any dividend declared for the corresponding period of the immediately preceding financial year?

None.

   (c)    Date payable 

Not applicable.

   (d)   Books closure date 

Not applicable.

   12.           If no dividend has been declared/recommended, a statement to that effect. 

No dividend has been declared or recommended for the nine months ended 30 September 2017.

13. If the Group has obtained a general mandate from shareholders for Interested Person Transactions ("IPTs"), the aggregate value of such transactions as required under Rule 920(1)(a)(ii). If no IPTs mandate has been obtained, a statement to that effect.

The Company does not have a shareholders' mandate for IPTs and there were no IPTs for the nine months ended 30 September 2017.

14. Confirmation that the Company has procured undertaking from all its directors and executive officers pursuant to Rule 720(1).

The Company confirms that it has procured undertakings from all its directors and executive officers under Rule 720(1) of the Listing Manual of the Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Limited.

CONFIRMATION BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS (THE "BOARD") PURSUANT TO RULE 705(5) OF THE LISTING MANUAL

We do hereby confirm, for and on behalf of the Board of Global Invacom Group Limited (the "Company"), that to the best of our knowledge, nothing has come to the attention of the Board of the Company which may render the financial results for the nine months ended 30 September 2017 to be false or misleading in any material aspect.

On behalf of the Board

Anthony Brian Taylor Matthew Jonathan Garner

Director Director

BY ORDER OF THE BOARD

Anthony Brian Taylor

Executive Chairman

9 November 2017

The information communicated in this announcement contains inside information for the purposes of Article 7 of the Market Abuse Regulation (EU) No. 596/2014.

This information is provided by RNS

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