Refuelled for recovery, Air NZ announces 2022 annual result
Media release
25 August 2022
Refuelled for recovery, Air New Zealand announces 2022
annual result
2022 Financial summary
• Loss before other significant items and taxation of $725 million
1
, compared to $444 million in
the prior year
• Statutory loss before taxation of $810 million
• Operating revenue lifts 9 percent to $2.7 billion, driven by Cargo performance
• Recapitalisation completed in May, raising $2.2 billion
• Liquidity of $2.3 billion as at 23 August
In a year of ongoing twists and turns, Air New Zealand has recapitalised its business and, in the last quarter,
experienced greater than expected demand for travel, while managing rising costs and an ongoing pandemic.
The airline has today announced a loss before other significant items and taxation of $725 million for the 2022
financial year, consistent with guidance provided to the market in June. The statutory loss before taxation was
$810 million
2
.
Although the financial year ended strongly following the phased reopening of New Zealand’s borders from
March, the airline’s operating revenue of $2.7 billion was significantly impacted by pandemic related travel
restrictions.
Cargo and domestic revenues helped lift overall revenue by 9 percent, however high fuel prices and reduced
flying over much of the year resulted in a loss for the period.
Air New Zealand Chief Executive Officer Greg Foran said the airline continued to be guided by a clear strategy,
moving deftly to address continued change by focusing on doing the right thing for its stakeholders.
“For customers, we’ve been focused on restoring services, maintaining a choice of fares and launching
innovations to improve their journey with us. For our amazing staff we have provided one-off awards to
acknowledge their continued extra mahi, and for our communities we’ve been obsessed with operational
performance, which drives the reliable services they depend on,” says Mr Foran.
“For our shareholders, whose support has refuelled the business for future growth, we’ve completed a
successful recapitalisation that was structured to be fair to our shareholders, including those that didn’t take up
the rights offer.”
Mr Foran said cargo revenue continued to be a major contributor to the company’s performance, up 32 percent
to $1.0 billion. Additional flying under the New Zealand and Australian government airfreight schemes
contributed $403 million of that revenue. With borders now largely reopened, the Australian scheme has ended,
and the New Zealand scheme is tapering off and will cease by the end of March 2023.
Firmly in the ‘revive’ phase of the ‘survive, revive, thrive’ journey, Mr Foran says the current environment is
one of strong bookings despite ongoing challenges.
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Loss before other significant items and taxation represent Earnings stated in compliance with NZ IFRS (Statutory Earnings) after excluding
items which due to their size or nature warrant separate disclosure to assist with understanding the underlying financial performance of the Group.
Loss before other significant items and taxation is reported within Note 3 of the Group’s 2022 audited annual financial statements
2
Please refer to supplementary table on page 3 for further information.
When travel restrictions began to lift in March the company recorded a very strong recovery in bookings and
revenues. This trend continues, with high booking levels through July and August. Corporate bookings are also
encouraging and are trending closely towards pre-Covid levels.
Mr Foran referred to the airline’s mid-August schedule changes, which reduced seats by 1.5 percent through
to the end of March 2023, as another example of doing the right thing for stakeholders.
“As we’ve been seeing overseas, travel demand is much stronger than anyone anticipated. But we’re operating
in a very tight labour market with high fuel prices, tough economic conditions and the highest levels of employee
sickness in more than a decade.
“Our rehiring efforts and training capability have been excellent, as has work to get our Boeing 777-300ER
aircraft back flying again, but the experience for some of our customers and the impact on our front-line staff
this winter has been unacceptable, so we’ve adapted yet again.
“Having adjusted our schedule to provide customers with increased surety over their travel plans for the coming
spring and summer, I am hugely appreciative of the work the Air New Zealand whānau has done to deliver
more than 25,000 flights across June and July alone.”
The airline also made investment decisions in support of its Kia Mau strategy. These include the plan to move
the Auckland workforce to its airport campus, investment in a new hangar at Auckland airport and the decision
to close its Gas Turbines business unit by the middle of the 2023 calendar year.
Air New Zealand Chair Dame Therese Walsh thanked Greg and the Air New Zealand team for a year in which
the airline not only managed significant challenges but also introduced changes that will deliver improved
services to customers and made progress on their long-term sustainability goals.
“The airline’s continued ability to step carefully through an ongoing pandemic while looking beyond the horizon
is becoming a core capability. While introducing and then removing vaccination requirements for domestic
travel, there have been preparations for our New York launch and the completion of designs for our new Boeing
787 Dreamliner cabin experience.
“For our Airpoints
TM
members there were more than 2,000 new products added to our Airpoints
TM
store as well
as the introduction of Flexipay, so customers can enjoy even more online shopping options. I’m especially
excited about our next generation app, which will give customers a more seamless travel experience when it
rolls out in the coming months.
“In April we announced ‘Flight NZ0’, a programme to engage customers as we work towards net zero carbon
emissions by 2050. We were the second airline globally to announce an interim science-based target to 2030
and continue to make progress on sustainable aviation fuel and zero emissions aircraft technology.
“Throughout the year we have also made improvements to the pay and conditions for our people, settling 12
collective employment agreements, increasing the base pay of our front-line workers and restarting incentive
payments to staff on individual employment agreements ensure we retain our dedicated team.”
Dame Therese acknowledged the support the airline has received from its shareholders over the course of a
challenging two-year period.
“From the Crown loan provided in the early days of the pandemic, to the airfreight support scheme that helped
us keep connected to key export markets, to the $2.2 billion recapitalisation completed in May which allowed
thousands of shareholders to take part in refuelling the airline for success. We have had significant support
from all our shareholders and for that we are truly grateful.”
Strong liquidity position with dividend suspended
As at 23 August 2022, the airline has available liquidity of $2.3 billion, consisting of approximately $1.9 billion
in cash and $400 million of available funds on the unsecured standby loan facility with the Crown. The cash
balance includes $200 million of issued redeemable shares which the airline intends to redeem once our
recovery is further progressed.
The Board does not expect to consider payment of dividends before the airline’s earnings substantially recover,
and in the context of a supportive and sustained broader economic environment and recovery.
Outlook for 2023
With borders now open to the majority of the airline’s markets, Air New Zealand expects the 2023 financial
year to represent the first full year of uninterrupted passenger flying since the beginning of the pandemic.
Total flying capacity for the 2023 financial year is expected to be in the range of 75 percent to 80 percent of
pre-Covid levels. On this basis, the airline anticipates a significant improvement in financial performance
relative to financial year 2022.
Given the degree of uncertainty regarding volatility in jet fuel prices, the risk of a global recession, and other
macroeconomic factors including inflationary pressures on costs, no earnings guidance will be provided at this
time.
Supplementary table – Summary data from the audited financial statements
2022
$M
2021
$M
%
Movement
Operating revenue 2,734 2,517 9%
Loss before other
significant items
and taxation
(725) (444) (63%)
Statutory loss
before taxation
(810) (415) (95%)
Net loss after
taxation
(591) (292) (102%)
Ends
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Annual
Financial
Results
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2022 Overview
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56%
2
$2.2 billion
1,500
Reanimation of 777-300ER fleet
$725 million loss
1
New Zealand borders reopened
for FY22
despite record cargo revenue
from March 2022
now flying to 27 of our 29 ports
with 3 operational and the remainder flying by the end of FY23
recapitalisation
gearing and liquidity metrics restored
by Q4 FY22
staff rehired
across key operational
and support roles
$810 million
loss before
taxation
for FY22
1
Refers to loss before other significant items and taxation. Refer to slide 28 for further details.
2
This represents total FY22 capacity including cargo-only flying as a percentage of FY19 capacity. FY19 excludes the now suspended Auckland-London service.
of pre-Covid capacity
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Thrive
Enhanced domestic offering
Optimised international network
Supercharged loyalty programme
Continued customer obsession
Industry leading staff engagement
Digital investments driving efficiencies
and seamless customer experience
Continued progress on our
decarbonisation ambitions
Delivering our full potential
Revive
Revive
2
Safeguardingour balance sheet
Structural reductions to cost base and
deferral of capital spend
Early retirement of 777-200 fleet and
temporary grounding of 777-300ER fleet
Utilisation of Government support
mechanisms
Cargo diversification
Kia Mau strategy refinement
Restarting our network
Reopening of our international borders
Strongest demand and revenue environment
in two years
$2.2 billion recapitalisation complete
Hiring and rehiring staff, reinstating benefits
Launching a stream of customer innovations
Reanimating 777-300ER fleet, international
lounges and offshore teams
Launch of our decarbonisation roadmap
Movement to agile ways of working
Air New Zealand is firmly in the revive phase of our recovery
Following more than two years of pandemic-related impacts, we
are well positioned to leverage strong demand and deliver on our
strategy
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Survive
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Passenger bookings stronger than expected
•Domestic bookings at 100% of pre-Covid levels since April 2022
−Corporate demand recovering well from Omicron outbreak,
trending towards pre-Covid levels
−Leisure demand currently exceeding pre-Covid levels
−Forward sales exceeding pre-Covid levels, reflecting higher
average fares and cost environment
•International bookings at 65-70% of pre-Covid levels
−Tasman and Pacific Islands bookings reflect strong inbound/outbound
mix, and continue to build with capacity increases from July 2022
−North America demand strongest of our long-haul markets
−Asia bookings lower, reflecting varying levels of border flexibility in
those markets
Following the phased relaxation of New Zealand’s travel restrictions from March 2022, the airline
continues to see strong passenger bookings
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Network and schedule focused on reliability and resilience
Currently expecting capacity at ~75% to 80% of pre-Covid levels for FY23, with mix skewed towards
domestic and short-haul markets
SectorCapacity
1
Domestic95% to 100%
Tasman and Pacific Islands80% to 85%
International long-haul
2
65% to 70%
Group~75% to 80%
Domestic
•Strong growth across regional ports
•Increased international passengers connecting to domestic ports across
New Zealand as the international network rebuilds
•Introduction of domestic A321neo fleet from the second half of FY23,
boosting seats on jet routes
Tasman and Pacific Islands
•Demand from Australia, our largest inbound market, building back up
•Strong growth across the Pacific Islands network, particularly Rarotonga
International long-haul
•Full widebody fleet in operation by June 2023 and ongoing cargo
strength
•Launch of direct flights to New York city from September 2022
•Expectation of international borders being largely open across the full
financial year
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1
Compared to pre-Covid levels in FY19.
2
International long-haul for FY23 includes Bali and Honolulu, which was reported under Tasman and Pacific Islands for FY21 and FY22.
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Headwinds
Tight labour
market
High levels of
staff illness
Weather
events
Record high fuel
prices and cost
pressures
•Proactive capacity
reductions to ensure
greater schedule reliability
•Large scale recruitment,
training new staff at pace
•Lifting our lowest wages
and settling 12 collective
employment agreements
•Development of digital tools
•Fuel hedging and yield
management
Air New Zealand actions
Impact on operations
Focused on restoring operational resiliency and reliability into the network
Taking decisive actions to respond to headwinds
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OTP Performance
Extreme
weather
and staff
illness
Weather
conditions
Richard Thomson
Chief Financial Officer
Financial
update
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• Operating revenue $2.7 billion, up 8.6%
‒Passenger revenue stable at $1.5 billion
‒Cargo revenue up 32%
• Loss before other significant items and taxation
1
$725 million
• Loss before taxation $810 million
• Net loss after taxation $591 million
• Short-term cash of $1.8 billion
2
• Gearing of 45.4%
• Dividend continues to be suspended until
further notice
1
Refer to slide 28 for further details on Other Significant Items of $85 million.
2
As at 30 June 2022. Please refer to slide 25 for details on liquidity as at 23 August 2022.
3
Historical earnings have been restated following the International Financial Reporting Interpretations Committee ("IFRIC") issuing an agenda decision on Configuration or Customisation Costs in a Cloud Computing Arrangement.
2022 financial summary
Covid-19 impact
Earnings/Loss before other significant items and taxation
3
($ millions)
10
547
387
(88)
(444)
(725)
20182019202020212022
Financial loss reflects pandemic-related travel restrictions across most of the financial year
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Additional commentary
•Labour costs increased faster than capacity, up
18%, to support the build back of capacity and
the delivery of the airline’s strategic priorities
2
.
An employee-wide award in the period, provision
for employee incentives and reduced
government subsidies also impacted costs
•Maintenance, aircraft and passenger services
costs excluding FX increased 5% reflecting
additional flying from a ramp up in domestic
demand and the reopening of international
borders
•Sales, marketing and other expenses increased
27% driven by increased brand activity to
support sales ahead of relaunching of
international routes, as well as commissions and
digital activity
•Ownership costs decreased 6.1% largely due to
reduced depreciation on widebody aircraft fully
impaired in the prior year and aircraft exits,
partially offset by new aircraft deliveries
Profitability waterfall
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1
For further details on fuel cost movement, refer to slide 14.
2
Full-time equivalent staff levels increased 13% to ~ 8,900, which represents approximately 75% of FTE labour compared to pre-Covid levels.
3
Refer to slide 26 for further information regarding the P&L impact of the aviation support package.
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• Cargo revenue of $1.0 billion increased 32% including FX
–Reflecting an increase in capacity of 19%, excluding Government supported flights
• Growth largely driven by:
–Higher volume of Government supported flights which contributed $403 million
to cargo revenue
▪New Zealand Government support reducing over time to reflect the
expected recovery of international passenger demand by March 2023
▪Australian Government scheme concluded in June 2022
–Underlying shift in consumer preference towards airfreight vs sea freight
•Excluding impact of Government supported flights, cargo yields improved 4.0%,
reflecting fewer international carriers in the New Zealand market
•While demand remains strong, cargo revenue is not expected to be at this level in
FY23
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Delivering $1.0 billion in revenue in 2022; level of contribution expected to reduce
Cargo, a major contributor to revenue, assisted
by Government supported flights
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Excluding fuel price movement, foreign exchange and third-party maintenance, CASK increased 2.2%.
Commentary
•CASK
1
increased this year due to:
–Lack of aviation support package
which occurred in the prior period;
–Diseconomies of scale and
inefficiencies in the domestic
network, offset by an increase in mix
towards lower cost cargo-only flying;
and
–Moderate levels of cost held across
the year to ensure operational
readiness, despite pandemic-related
travel restrictions across most of the
period
•The mix benefit of greater cargo-only
flying is expected to reverse in FY23 with
a return to greater levels of international
passenger flying as the network scales
back towards 75% to 80% of pre-Covid
levels
CASK movement
UNDERLYING CASK
DECREASED DUE TO
CARGO MIX
0.6%
•Reported CASK
1
increased 9.1%
•Excluding the impact of fuel price movement, foreign exchange, removal of the
aviation support subsidy and third-party maintenance, underlying CASK
decreased 0.6%
Unit cost performance predominantly impacted by a significant increase in the
underlying jet fuel price
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Fuel cost movement
14
Increase in fuel cost primarily related to price, with hedging helping to mitigate
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Air New Zealand’s fuel hedging policy and approach remains unchanged; the primary goal is to provide the
business time to adjust
Fuel hedging update
Fuel hedge position
(as at 17 Aug 2022)
Period
Hedged volume
(in barrels)
% hedged
Net
compensation
from hedging
(USD)
1
1H FY231,705,00056%~$10 million
2H FY23880,00025%~$1 million
• Hedging policy remains unchanged. Key principles include:
‒Maximum term of 12 to 18 months
‒Hedge within minimum and maximum band with
a declining wedge structure
‒Largest proportion of hedges in place for the next 3
months, conceptually linked to customer booking profile
‒Not speculative, provides the business time to adjust
other levers
• Hedge Brent crude, therefore subject to crack spread
fluctuations
• Hedge portfolio structured to allow participation to downward
price movements, primarily through use of call options
• With the reopening of New Zealand's borders, hedging to
our expected FY23 flying schedule
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2023 Fuel cost sensitivity
2
1
Net compensation from fuel hedges represents the unrealised gains and losses on fuel hedges and is in USD.
2
Fuel cost sensitivity takes into account the current hedge position.
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Ramp up in demand reflected in operating cashflows
1
Revenue in advance from strong bookings has driven a robust operating cashflow performance
1
ExcludesCovid-19 related cashflows, including redundancies, wage subsidies, New Zealand tax refunds, government levy relief, PAYE arrangement and cargo grants. Refer to slide 27 for further details.
$603m
in 2H FY22
Q4 2021
Bubbles
operating
Q1 2022
No Tasman
bubble and NZ
lockdown
Q4 2022
NZ borders
reopen
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Completion of the recapitalisation and Crown Loan repayment, in addition to strong
bookings, have driven the improvements
Key balance sheet metrics have been restored
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Actual and forecast aircraft capital expenditure
1
HistoricalForecast
•Forecast aircraft capital expenditure profile reflects:
−Expecteddeferral of first two Boeing 787 aircraft from
FY24 to FY25
−Delivery flexibility remains in place for a substantial
portion of the Boeing 787 delivery stream
•No committed aircraft capital expenditure currently beyond
2028
Fleet investment update
1
Includes progress payments on aircraft and aircraft improvements (e.g. refurbishment); excludes assumed interiors retrofit capital expenditure for the existing 14 Boeing 787 fleet and engine maintenance.
* Does not reflect four Boeing 787s planned for delivery from FY27.
**Does not reflect two A321neos planned for delivery in FY27
.
Aircraftdelivery schedule (as at 30 June 2022)
Number in
existing fleet
Number
on order
DeliveryDates (financial year)
2023202420252026
Owned fleet on order
Boeing 787
144*--22
Airbus A320neo / A321neos
135**41--
18
0
200
400
600
800
1,000
202020212022202320242025202620272028
$ millions
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Boeing 787
retrofit
Unlike aircraft capital expenditure, non-aircraft capital expenditure is generally contractually
uncommitted and subject to changes in phasing and level of spend
Engine
maintenance
Digital
transformation
•Interior retrofit of 14 existing
Boeing 787 aircraft
•Anticipated to commence
no earlier than mid-2024
•Estimated cost of ~ $450
million, staggered over
several years
•Spend relates to overhaul
of owned engines across
all fleet types
•Has an enduring benefit
of 5+ years
•Annual expenditure varies
based on utilisation of
aircraft
•Investments in digital
assets linked to Kia Mau
strategy, focused on
ensuring resiliency and
optimising customer and
employee experiences
•Annual expenditure in the
range of ~$50 million to $75
million
Property and
infrastructure
•Investments in buildings and
operational facilities
•Includes expenditure on the
new Auckland engineering
hangar, cargo facilities and
head office relocation
•Elevated annual expenditure
of ~$75 million over the next
4 years
Other investments progress strategic objectives and
improve operational resiliency
Other capital expenditure is generally contractually uncommitted and subject to changes in phasing and spend
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Greg Foran, Chief Executive Officer
Outlook
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With borders now open to the majority of the airline’s markets, Air New Zealand expects
the 2023 financial year to represent the first full year of uninterrupted passenger flying
since the beginning of the pandemic.
Total flying capacity for the 2023 financial year is expected to be in the range of 75
percent to 80 percent of pre-Covid levels. On this basis, the airline anticipates a
significant improvement in financial performance relative to financial year 2022.
Given the degree of uncertainty regarding volatility in jet fuel prices, the risk of a global
recession, and other macroeconomic factors including inflationary pressures on costs, no
earnings guidance will be provided at this time.
2023 Outlook
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Profitably grow and enhance
our iconic domestic offering,
providing New Zealanders with
even more choice as the best-
connected country in the world
Connecting New Zealanders
and our exports to the world
through an optimal international
network and premium
leisure product
Increase products and benefits
members value from our
Airpoints
TM
programme,
supercharging the loyalty
ecosystem for the airline
Air New Zealand’s Kia Mau strategy is focused on 3 clear drivers of value creation, executed through excellence
and innovation across 4 key business enablers
Strategic roadmap for the medium-term is critical to success
Grow
domestic
Optimise
international
Lift
loyalty
Operational excellence that
provides a seamless travel
experience for our customers –
do it right, first time, every time
Brilliant
Basics
Committed to meaningful action
to reduce our carbon impact
Serious about
Sustainability
Technology focused on delivering
a world-class experience for our
people and customers while
driving efficiencies
Digital
Dexterity
Putting people, health and
safety first
Prioritising
People & Safety
Profit drivers
Enabled by strong culture and focused investment
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Supplementary
information
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Liquidity and gearing position
$ millions30 Jun 202230 Jun 2021
Medium-term
financial targets
Gross debt(3,568)(3,308)
Cash, restricted deposits and net open
derivatives
2,176603
Net debt(1,392)(2,705)
Gross debt/EBITDASAN/A8.1x<3.3x
Net debt/EBITDASAN/A6.6x
Gearing45.4%71.1%45% to 55%
Total liquidity2,1931,416
Minimum liquidity level of
~$700 million
Liquidity (% of 2019 revenue)37.9%24.5%
Moody's ratingBaa2 (investment grade)Baa2 (investment grade)Baa2 (investment grade)
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Impact to the Profit & Loss
Support programme
2022
($M)
2021
($M)
P&L line item
Airfreight schemes403333Cargo revenue
Wage subsidies4956Labour cost
Air navigation subsidies-40Aircraft operations
Passenger levy relief-18Passenger services
Biosecurity border processing levy-1Other expenses
A series of government support programmes related to Covid-19 contributed to the 2022 and 2021 result
2022 result reflects benefit of support programmes
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Aviation
support
package
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Adjusted operating cashflow reconciliation
Q4-20
$M
H1-21
$M
H2-21
$M
H1-22
$M
H2-22
$M
Operating Cashflow (statutory)
(406)(136)45440510
Aviation security, air navigation
and passenger levy relief
-(59)---
Cargo grants and assistance
-(147)(186)(194)(209)
PAYE deferral
-(156)(98)(43)298
Wage subsidies
(79)(53)(3)(47)(2)
New Zealand tax refunds
(65)-(34)--
Redundancies
371051356
Adjusted Operating Cashflow
(513)(446)146(239)603
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Jun 2022
$M
Jun 2021
$M
Loss before taxation (per NZ IFRS)(810)(415)
Add back other significant items:
De-designation of hedges1318
FX losses/(gains) on uncovered foreign currency debt43(143)
Aircraft impairment and lease modifications678
Impairment of intangible asset24-
Reorganisation costs(1)39
Gain on sale of airport slots-(21)
Loss before other significant items and taxation(725)(444)
1
Loss before other significant items and taxation represents Earnings stated in compliance with NZ IFRS (Statutory Earnings) after excluding items which due to their size or nature warrant separate disclosure to assist with understanding
the underlying financial performance of the Group. Loss before other significant items and taxation is reported within the Group’s audited annual financial statements. Further details are contained within Note 3 of the Group’s 2022 annual
financial statements.
Loss before other significant items and taxation
1
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Financial overview
29
p
Jun 2022
$M
Jun 2021
$M
Movement
$M
Movement
%
Operating revenue 2,7342,5172178.6%
Loss before other significant items and taxation(725)(444)(281)(63%)
Loss before taxation(810)(415)(395)(95%)
Net loss after taxation (591)(292)(299)(102%)
Operating cash flow 55031823273%
Cash position1,7932661,527574%
Gearing45.4%71.1%-25.7 pts
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Jun 2022Jun 2021Movement
1
Jun 2019Variance to
pre-Covid
1
Passengers carried (‘000s)
7,7458,649(10%)17,738(56%)
Available seat kilometres (ASKs, millions)
– passenger flights
10,65110,3043%46,029(77%)
Available seat kilometres (ASKs,
millions) – passenger and cargo-only
flights
20,01917,41015%46,029(57%)
Revenue passenger kilometres (RPKs,
millions)
7,1465,90821%38,573(81%)
Load factor
67.1%57.3%9.8 pts83.8%(16.7 pts)
Passengerrevenue per ASKs as
reported (RASK, cents)
13.914.3(3%)10.829%
Passengerrevenue per ASKs, excluding
FX (RASK, cents)
13.914.3(3%)10.730%
Group performance metrics
1
Calculation based on numbers before rounding.
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Domestic
Jun 2022Jun 2021Movement
1
Jun 2019Variance to
pre-Covid
1
Passengers carried (‘000s)
6,8368,191(17%)11,513(41%)
Available seat kilometres (ASKs,
millions) – passenger flights
4,9295,480(10%)7,104(31%)
Revenue passenger kilometres
(RPKs, millions)
3,4524,244(19%)5,957(42%)
Load factor
70.1%77.4%(7.3 pts)83.9%(13.8 pts)
Passengerrevenue per ASKs as
reported (RASK, cents)
19.521.7(10%)22.5(13%)
Passengerrevenue per ASKs,
excluding FX (RASK, cents)
19.521.7(10%)22.4(13%)
1
Calculation based on numbers before rounding.
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Tasman & Pacific Islands
1
Jun 2022
Jun 2021
Movement
2
Jun 2019Variance to
pre-Covid
2
Passengers carried (‘000s)
73438690%4,044(82%)
Available seat kilometres (ASKs,
millions) – passenger flights
2,6652,21420%13,640(80%)
Revenue passenger kilometres
(RPKs, millions)
1,937964101%11,195(83%)
Load factor
72.7%43.5%29.2 pts82.1%(9.4 pts)
Passengerrevenue per ASKs as
reported (RASK, cents)
11.16.472%9.616%
Passengerrevenue per ASKs,
excluding FX (RASK, cents)
11.16.473%9.616%
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1
Pacific Islands including Bali and Hawaii.
2
Calculation based on numbers before rounding.
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International
Jun 2022Jun 2021Movement
1
Jun 2019Variance to
pre-Covid
1
Passengers carried (‘000s)
17572145%2,181(92%)
Available seat kilometres (ASKs,
millions) – passenger flights
3,0572,61017%25,285(88%)
Revenue passenger kilometres
(RPKs, millions)
1,757700151%21,421(92%)
Load factor
57.5%26.8%30.7 pts84.7%(27.2 pts)
Passengerrevenue per ASKs as
reported (RASK, cents)
7.25.337%8.1(11%)
Passengerrevenue per ASKs,
excluding FX (RASK, cents)
7.25.337%7.9(9%)
1
Calculation based on numbers before rounding.
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1
From 2021 onwards, excludes the Boeing 777-200ER fleet.
* Excludes short-term leases which provided cover for the global Rolls-Royce engine issues.
2022202320242025
Boeing 777-300ER7666
Boeing 78714141416
Airbus A32018171515
Airbus A320/A321neo13171818
ATR72-60029292929
Bombardier Q30023232323
Total Fleet104106105107
Fleet delivery and age update
7.5
7.1
7.1
6.7
7.3
7.7
8.5
9.2
9.8
2018*2019*2020202120222023202420252026
Aircraft fleet age in years
(seat weighted)
1
HistoricalForecast
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Fleet simplification strategy on track
Air New Zealand is simplifying its fleet to drive improved operating cost and capital expenditure outcomes
Widebody
Narrowbody
Turboprop
Age
2
~9 years
7.3 years ~10 years
FY22 (5 types) Total – 104FY28 (4 types)
1
Total – 107
787
(22)
A320
(33)
AT R 7 2
(29)
Q300
(23)
777-300ER
787-9/10
A320
A321
787
(14)
777
(7)
787-9
A320
(31)
A320
A321
AT R 7 2
(29)
Q300
(23)
ATR72-600
ATR72-600
FY11 (8 types) Total – 102
747
(5)
767
(5)
777
(11)
A320
(14)
737
(15)
AT R 7 2
(11)
Q300
(23)
1900D
(18)
777-300ER
777-200ER
ATR72-500
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1
This represents the expected fleet at the end of the FY28 financial period.
2
Average seat-weighted fleet age.
AIR NEW ZEALAND 2022 ANNUAL RESULT
Available Seat Kilometres (ASKs)Number of seats operated multiplied by the distance flown (capacity)
Cost/ASK (CASK)Operatingexpenses divided by the total ASK for the period
GearingNet Debt / (NetDebt + Equity)
Earnings before interest, tax, depreciation,
amortisation, significant items and
associates (EBITDASA)
Operating earnings (before depreciation and amortisation, net finance costs, associate earnings, other significant items
and taxation) plus finance income and cash dividends received from associates less foreign exchange gains/losses
Gross DebtInterest-bearing liabilities, lease liabilities and redeemable shares
Net Debt
Interest-bearing liabilities, lease liabilities and redeemable shares less bank and short-term deposits, net open
derivatives held in relation to interest-bearing liabilities and lease liabilities, and interest-bearing assets
Cash, restricted deposits and net open
derivatives
Bank and short-term deposits, interest-bearing assets and net open derivatives held in relation to interest-bearing
liabilities and lease liabilities
Liquidity
Cash and cash equivalents (which excludes restricted deposits) plus the outstanding amount of any Crown standby loan
facility available to be drawn or undrawn redeemable shares
Passenger Load FactorRPKs as a percentage of ASKs
PassengerRevenue/ASK (RASK)Passenger revenuefor the period divided by the total ASK on passenger flights for the period
Revenue Passenger Kilometres (RPKs)Number of revenue passengers carried multiplied by the distance flown (demand)
Glossary of key terms
The following non-GAAP measures are not audited: CASK, Gearing, Net Debt, Gross Debt, EBITDASA and RASK. Amounts used within thecalculations are derived from the audited Group financial statements and Five Year Statistical Review
contained in the 2022 Annual Financial Results. The non-GAAP measures are used by management and the Board of Directors to assess the underlying financial performance of the Group in order to make decisions around the allocation of
resources.
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ANNUAL
SHAREHOLDER
REVIEW
2022
Sam and Kiri
Flight Attendants
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LETTER FROM THE CHAIR _________________________________________ 2
Q&A WITH THE CEO
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OUR SUSTAINABILITY JOURNEY
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A YEAR IN THE AIR
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FINANCIAL COMMENTARY
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CHANGE IN PROFITABILITY
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FINANCIAL SUMMARY
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FINANCIAL POSITION
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feasibility of local production here in New Zealand and
has a goal that 1 percent of our 2023 fuel uplift will be
from SAF. We know the use of SAF on our long-haul
network is the most significant carbon reduction lever
we can pull. Having committed to have SAF represent
10 percent of our total fuel uplift by 2030, this is a vital
step in our journey.
Performance update
Turning to the 2022 financial result, Air New Zealand
has delivered a loss before other significant items
and taxation
1
of $725 million, a statutory loss before
taxation of $810 million and a statutory loss after
taxation of $591 million.
While passenger demand is currently at levels higher
than we have seen in over two years, this follows
a long period of suppressed demand and limited
international passenger flying. The introduction of
the Delta variant into New Zealand, and the resulting
regional lockdown for Auckland meant that for
the first half of the 2022 financial year, Domestic
capacity was down substantially on pre-Covid levels
and international passenger flying was still very
limited. This, combined with record high fuel prices,
has contributed to our financial losses for the year.
Pleasingly, corporate customers have returned
with some gusto, trending towards pre-Covid
levels. Cargo continues to be a major contributor to
revenue, delivering $1.0 billion this financial year, an
increase of 32 percent on the prior year. This increase
reflects additional flying under the New Zealand and
Australian Government airfreight schemes which
contributed $403 million, as well as heightened
seasonal demand and widebody flying. We expect this
level of cargo revenue to moderate as the recovery
continues, with the Australian scheme now finished
and the New Zealand support scheme tapering off.
However, cargo continues to be important to our
strategy of optimising international profitability.
Like all businesses that rely to a degree on discretionary
spend, we are closely monitoring consumer behaviour
given the cost of living and inflationary pressures, and
the risk of a global recession.
These pressures have already led to higher fuel prices
and higher operating costs, which in turn has resulted
in increased airfares. We are sensitive to this and
remain committed to ensuring our pricing is affordable
and competitive.
Recapitalisation
The $2.2 billion recapitalisation completed in
May marked a hugely important step in Air New
Zealand’s recovery and in our ability to move forward
into Revive in earnest. It allowed us to repay the
Government loan provided to the airline in March
2020, while also restoring the balance sheet, so we
are fighting fit to deliver on our strategy as demand
returns following the reopening of borders.
We were pleased with the success of the rights offer,
which allowed our existing shareholders to take
part in refuelling the airline for success. Thousands
of shareholders participated, exceeding our
expectations and market benchmarks for this type of
offer. The achievement of a $0.28 per share premium
in the bookbuild process meant shareholders who
did not participate still derived value from the offer.
Thanks to the support of our debt investors, we
successfully executed a $600 million Australian
debt transaction in May, as part of our planned
recapitalisation package. We also have a new $400
million unsecured standby loan facility with the Crown,
which is undrawn, as well as $200 million of issued
Redeemable Shares which we intend to redeem once
our recovery is further progressed.
The success of the recapitalisation underscores the
confidence shareholders have in our strategy and our
ability to drive real value in the future. We thank all our
shareholders for their ongoing support.
Certainly, we could not have achieved any of this
without the unwavering dedication of our incredible
team of Air New Zealanders. I am so proud of the
Air New Zealand whānau and the immense mahi
that has been undertaken, both to respond to
immediate challenges, but also to keep our eyes
firmly set on the future.
Our focus across 2022 has been on remaining nimble,
responding to the ever-changing environment, and
above all, keeping our customers, our people and our
shareholders front of mind. The world has changed so
much since the pandemic began in early 2020 and we
are making sure Air New Zealand changes with it. We
don’t want to just build back – our vision is to create
the greatest flying experience on Earth, and we know
we can’t achieve this by sticking to the status quo.
Over the past two years, the team at Air New Zealand
has been testing new ideas, investing in digital
capabilities and redesigning onboard products
to deliver a steady stream of innovation for our
customers. The recent announcement of a new suite
of seat offerings for our long-haul aircraft, designed to
offer all customers the best sleep in the sky, no matter
which cabin they choose to fly in, is just one example
Contents
It’s fair to say
that 2022 has
been a busy one.
Restarting the airline at scale, dealing with
complex operational challenges, while also
launching and completing a significant
recapitalisation, has been no easy feat.
of the innovative solutions our team has been working
hard on. The organisation has also moved to an agile
way of working called ‘Full Potential’, which will enable
us to deliver value faster and give us the ability to
respond to change quickly.
We have made significant headway on the three key
pillars of value creation under our Kia Mau strategy
– Grow Domestic, Optimise International and Lift
Loyalty. Effective execution of this strategy is key
to our ongoing success as we move through the
Revive phase of our recovery and into Thrive. Our
exploration of electric, hybrid and green hydrogen
aircraft as options for our future domestic fleet has
further advanced and we have also invested in a
new digital platform for our loyalty programme, to
put greater flexibility and customisation options in
the hands of our millions of Airpoints™ members.
North America plays a key role in optimising our
international network and we are incredibly excited
to launch our inaugural nonstop flight to New York in
a little under a month’s time.
During the year, we made meaningful progress on
our journey to net zero carbon emissions by 2050,
setting an interim 2030 science-based emissions
reduction target to guide us and keep us accountable.
sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) will be the key to
achieving this ambitious target. Air New Zealand has
been working with the Government to investigate the
Dame Therese Walsh
Chair
1. Refer to the Financial Commentary section on page 12.
Hayden
Flight Attendant
Jason
On Job Trainer
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The current environment
As the world opens up again, the whole airline
is excited to get back to doing what we love –
reconnecting families, friends and colleagues both
within New Zealand and around the globe and
bringing tourists back into our beautiful country.
Rebuilding the airline after more than two years of
highly restricted operations and in the face of an
unprecedented surge in demand, has provided its
own set of challenges. I want to say thank you to
our customers for their patience as we rebuild our
network. We are working hard to restore reliability
and resilience into our flying schedule, to give
customers the Air New Zealand experience they
know and love.
Adding more capacity will help and we have started
bringing back our 777-300ER fleet, with three of
these aircraft already in the skies again. By the end
of the 2023 financial year, we will have the remaining
four flying again too.
Investing in our people
Since December last year, we have been undertaking
the extensive process of hiring, and re-hiring more
than 1,500 people across the business and still have
more than 1,000 vacancies to fill.
Sustainable income for our people is something we
have increased our focus on in recent months, and
a personal highlight for me this year has been the
work undertaken to deliver a lift in our lowest wages.
We have also increased opportunities for our airport
and aircraft workers to cross-skill, creating the
potential to increase earnings via more highly skilled
work and blended shifts. This is just the start of our
journey to create great jobs.
We were pleased to recognise the contribution of
our permanent employees over a tough two years by
reinstating pay benefits, and providing one-off awards
of shares and cash. We know our people are key to
Q. Looking back on the last 12 months,
what are the three key learnings you
are taking into next year?
A. 1 – Do the right thing. The reality of a crisis like
the one we have experienced is that it creates
opportunity. It’s obvious once you move beyond the
calamity of the situation, but first you must do that.
I see no point in dwelling on the negatives. Once
you suppress that feeling, you can move forward
and reach for the opportunities. We decided to
grab the opportunities, with both hands, and move
positively towards customer and staff obsession.
While we recognise and acknowledge things have
been far from perfect, we have never strayed from
a simple principle. That is, “do the right thing”.
The right thing can be extending status for
Airpoints™ members, to keeping pricing fair,
increasing our lowest wages, to being honest about
schedules heading into Christmas, refunds for
those in hardship or extending credits. I always
go back to the principle of, “do the right thing”.
2 – Attitude is a small thing that makes a big
difference. We have been tested more than ever
this year, with bubbles and borders opening, then
closing again, various health mandates and more
recently a wave of staff illness which has seen
absenteeism at historically high levels. Throw in
some inclement weather and we have a perfect
storm of last-minute cancellations. It’s no secret
that restarting an airline is much more difficult
than shutting one down, but one of our key
learnings has been to stay positive. There were
some days where we might have felt like giving up,
but even on those challenging days, and trust me
we have had our share, the entire team have stood
tall, taken a deep breath and got on with it. Attitude
is indeed a small thing that makes a big difference,
and we will need more of it as we deal with the new
abnormal that is airline travel.
Air New Zealand’s world class service and culture.
This year more than ever, they have proven to be the
most passionate, dedicated, and hard-working team
you could hope for, with countless examples of people
going above and beyond.
Dividend
Air New Zealand’s Board does not expect to
consider payment of dividends before the airline’s
earnings substantially recover, and in the context
of a supportive and sustained broader economic
environment and recovery.
Outlook
With borders now open to the majority of the airline’s
markets, Air New Zealand expects the 2023 financial
year to represent the first full year of uninterrupted
passenger flying since the beginning of the pandemic.
Total flying capacity for the 2023 financial year is
expected to be in the range of 75 percent to 80
percent of pre-Covid levels. On this basis, the airline
anticipates a significant improvement in financial
performance relative to financial year 2022.
Given the degree of uncertainty regarding volatility
in jet fuel prices, the risk of a global recession, and
other macroeconomic factors including inflationary
pressures on costs, no earnings guidance will be
provided at this time.
Closing
We are pleased to be flying to 27 of our 29
international ports and have now welcomed
thousands of kiwis and visitors back to Aotearoa.
While there is plenty of uncertainty ahead, the desire
for travel and connection is strong.
There is an art to building back – we have to get the
balance just right. The Air New Zealand team, with
your support, has the right strategy, the right people
and the right mindset in place to succeed.
Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari he toa takitini
Ngā mihi
Dame Therese Walsh — Chair
25 August 2022
3 – Always think forward. Creativity is thinking
up new things, innovation is doing them. We don’t
believe in going back to the way things were, we
believe in being prepared for the new abnormal.
So, there was no sitting on our hands during the
pandemic – we used the time to think forward and
do what we do best: innovate for our customers.
A lie flat Skynest in the Economy cabin was just
a concept in 2020 – but we have worked hard
to make this a reality as we know it will be a
gamechanger for economy travellers on ultra-
long-haul flights. Thinking forward is also about
having the right strategy in place. Our Kia Mau
strategy is coming to life, and we have taken the
bold step of reimagining how we work by going
agile as a workforce. We call it “Full Potential”
because that is exactly what it’s designed to do –
get us to our full potential. Whether it be with the
brilliant basics and delivering crucial incremental
improvements to our service or bigger ticket items
like a new loyalty platform. I firmly believe we are
building back an airline that’s world leading. Using
our time wisely over the past few years has meant
we could come out of the blocks firing, which is
exactly what we have done.
Greg Foran
Chief Executive Officer
Alison
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Q. Sustainability is a huge challenge
for aviation globally, where is Air New
Zealand channelling its efforts?
A. Variants of Covid-19 will pass, or at least be
something we learn to live with, but climate change
is the biggest crisis facing our industry. We are
an island nation dependent on our connections
with the rest of the world and we must find a more
sustainable way to fly if we want to ensure our
tourism and export industries thrive over the long-
term. I am proud of where we are in our journey, and
2022 marks a year of genuine progress on many of
our key decarbonisation goals.
We made a commitment to New Zealanders earlier
this year with Flight NZ0™, a body of work focused
on decarbonising to reach our goal of net zero
carbon emissions by 2050. More recently, we set an
interim science-based target to 2030 to guide us on
our journey to 2050. Being the second airline in the
world to announce the accreditation of this target by
an independent third-party is particularly important
– we know you get one point for talking, nine points
for doing and we are committed to taking genuine
climate action.
SAF and Zero Emissions Aircraft Technology (ZEAT)
are the key to reducing around 70 percent of our
total emissions. In the past year, we have partnered
with public and private organisations to accelerate
the research and development of these. One thing
that is clear to me, is that we cannot solve for this
crisis alone. Supportive policy frameworks will
be crucial to accelerating the introduction and
production of SAF into New Zealand – we have been
vocal in this space and will continue to drive for a
collective approach to solving this issue.
Q. Any final thoughts as you
sign off FY22?
A. I think I say this every year, but it’s been another
big year for Air New Zealand. Hiring back and
training staff, borders reopening, a recapitalisation,
announcing our new cabin experiences, and the
hundreds of little things in between. Combine
that with high fuel prices, soaring inflation, higher
operating costs and the risk of a global recession –
it sure has been a bit of a ride.
But one thing we know for sure is that we wouldn’t
be where we are today without the loyalty and
support of our customers and shareholders, and I
want to thank them for sticking by us when things
got tough. I’d also like to thank our people. You
are what makes Air New Zealand one of the best
airlines in the world and I’m so grateful for the hard
mahi you put in everyday to keep us going.
Flight NZ0002
AKL JFK
Flying direct to New York City
from 17 September 2022
Q. The needs of customers have changed,
how are you adapting to this?
A. Customers are at the core of every decision we
make, and in this new world, simplicity is key. What
our customers want is a seamless experience from
the minute they visit our website to book, until they
collect their bags at the other end. If we can take the
friction out of this end-to-end journey, then we are
doing our job.
So we are delivering on this. Our next generation
app launches shortly, building on the legacy of
what we know our customers love. It will have
clearer prompts for self-service, integrated travel
notifications and critical day-of-travel information so
customers know the status of their flight at all times.
We also know customers no longer wish to transit
through busy airports, and demand for ultra-long-
haul travel has increased. We’re giving them the
ability to fly direct from Auckland to New York in just
over 16 hours. We know they want to arrive rested,
so we will be refitting our cabins to offer customers
a restful night’s sleep, no matter where they are on
the aircraft. Skynest is a world leading innovation
and one that we’ve worked hard to get right.
Similarly, our new Business Premier Luxe Suites
have been designed for travellers that require a little
more space and privacy.
But it’s not just the big things. We will continue to
offer 100,000 fares under $100 at any one time,
because we know the importance of affordable
fares. And that unique kiwi hospitality that
customers love when they step on-board our
aircraft, that’s not going anywhere either.
We’ve spent a lot of time over the last year setting
ourselves up for success. As I said earlier, our Kia
Mau strategy is coming to life, and while we are still
feeling the effects of Covid-19, the passion for travel
is stronger than ever.
Ngā mihi
Greg Foran
Chief Executive Officer
25 August 2022
Inzaf
Cargo Airline Clerk
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Launched
Flight NZ0™ to
guide us and keep us
accountable on our
journey to net zero
carbon emissions
by 2050
New safety video –
‘Tiaki & The Guardians’
released, inviting
customers to care for
our land, people and
culture now and for
future generations
Commenced
a joint initiative with
Airbus to research
how green hydrogen-
powered aircraft
could operate in
New Zealand
Through the airline’s
voluntary carbon offsetting
programme, FlyNeutral,
customers donated over
$1 million to support positive
biodiversity outcomes in
New Zealand and permanently
offset over 55,000 tonnes
of CO
2
-e
Designed more
sustainable serviceware,
to be launched in October
2022, reducing the weight of
premium serviceware by up
to 20 percent and removing
over 28 million fossil fuel
derived single-use
plastic items
Issued a Zero Emissions
Aircraft Technology (ZEAT)
Product Requirements
Document inviting aircraft
developers to engage with
the airline in their
alternative propulsion
aircraft projects
3
To help Air New Zealand deliver on its promise of
taking care further than any other airline on earth,
we have driven forward a number of key initiatives
on our sustainability agenda throughout 2022.
In particular, we have made meaningful progress
on a range of opportunities to reach our net zero
carbon emissions by 2050 target. We know that
significant action is crucial to enable us to maintain
our social licence to operate.
We are proud of where we are at on our journey but
acknowledge there is still much to achieve.
In partnership
with the Government,
formally invited global
sustainable aviation
fuel (SAF) producers to
scope local production
opportunities
in New Zealand
2
Set a 2030
science-aligned
carbon reduction
target, endorsed by
the Science-Based
Targets initiative
(SBTi)
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Air New Zealand sets an ambitious
2030 target, endorsed by the SBTi
This year, we became the second airline in the world
to announce an interim science-based target validated
by the SBTi, the global organisation responsible for
endorsing emissions reduction targets. Our 2030
target is to reduce carbon intensity by 28.9 percent,
compared to a 2019 baseline. This equates to a 16.3
percent reduction in absolute emissions and requires
us to reduce the carbon intensity associated with the
“well to wake” emissions (which is the end-to-end
fuel production process). These include emissions
from the use of jet fuel in-flight (scope 1 emissions)
as well as upstream emissions generated by the
production and distribution of that jet fuel (category 3,
scope 3 emissions).
Our 2030 target will act as a key milestone on our
journey to net zero carbon emissions by 2050 and
makes us accountable today. Implementing our
decarbonisation roadmap will be critical to achieving
this target – with SAF, zero emissions aircraft
technologies, continued fleet renewal and operational
efficiencies all playing a role.
To find out more, visit https://www.
airnewzealand.co.nz/press-release-
2022-airnz-second-airline-globally-to-
announce-ambitious-science-based-
emissions-reduction-target
Air New Zealand and the
Government join forces to consider
a domestic SAF industry
We believe the use of SAF on our long-haul flights is the
single biggest decarbonisation lever we can pull and
have a goal that 1 percent of our 2023 fuel uplift will be
SAF. We have also committed that 10 percent of our
2030 uplift will be SAF. However, there is currently no
local production in New Zealand largely due to the high
initial cost of establishing facilities and the ongoing
cost of production. As a result, SAF commands a
substantial price premium. We believe that with the
right policy and investment settings, production
in Aotearoa could be a game changer, making it a
commercially viable option for Air New Zealand and
the broader tourism industry.
In partnership with the Ministry of Business, Innovation
and Employment we launched a closed request for
proposals (RFP) process inviting sector innovators to
demonstrate the feasibility of SAF production in
New Zealand. We are currently reviewing these
submissions with a view to investigating the commercial
viability of select proposals shortly. Following this, it is
our hope that plant construction could commence,
and SAF could be available in New Zealand from 2027.
Commercially producing SAF would not only help
lower Air New Zealand’s emissions, but it would also
reduce emissions across the entire transport sector,
as well as create jobs and economic opportunities in
our regional communities.
To find out more, visit https://www.
airnewzealand.co.nz/press-release-
airnz-and-mbie-join-forces-to-scope-
out-sustainable-aviation-fuel-industry
ZEAT Product Requirements
Document released
New Zealand is uniquely placed to lead the world in
the deployment of ZEAT. Our domestic network is
made up of mostly short-range routes under two
hours duration, making it ideally suited to adopt
these technologies. New Zealand’s largely renewable
electricity grid also allows for cost effective
infrastructure to be established.
Our industry leading Zero Emissions Aircraft Product
Requirements Document (PRD) was released in
December 2021 and shares our vision for ZEAT
deployment. It allows current and future aircraft
developers to recognise both the opportunity here
in New Zealand and Air New Zealand’s ambition to
make this a reality as soon as possible. The PRD
provides an operator-specific set of principles
to guide aircraft developers in their alternative
propulsion aircraft projects and allows Air New
Zealand to understand technology readiness
and pinpoint technology leaders for ongoing
engagement. A zero emissions aircraft strategy has
been developed following comprehensive analysis
of submissions received under the PRD and
extensive engagement with respondents. Further
engagement with leading respondents will take
place to test the most viable opportunities.
To find out more, visit https://www.
airnewzealand.co.nz/press-release-
2021-seeking-innovators-next-gen-
aircraft
1.
2.
2022
by the numbers
WORLD’S SAFEST AIRLINE
#1
INTERNATIONAL ROUTES RELAUNCHED
27 of 29
FLIGHTS OPERATED
123,614
CUSTOMERS CARRIED ON OUR NETWORK
7,745,000
INFLIGHT MEALS SERVED TO CUSTOMERS
OUT OF TĀMAKI MAKARAU
JUST OVER
1 million
COOKIE TIME COOKIES MUNCHED
3.1 million
AIR NEW ZEALANDERS DOING
AMAZING THINGS
9,295
DOMESTIC FARES SOLD FOR UNDER $100
3.85 million
CUSTOMER CREDITS FULLY REDEEMED
690,000
HOURS SPENT MAINTAINING OUR FLEETS
926,000
ENGAGEMENTS ACROSS OUR
SOCIAL CHANNELS
1,692,630
KIWIS BROUGHT BACK INTO NEW ZEALAND
WHILE THE BORDERS WERE CLOSED
254 ,126
KILOGRAMS OF CARGO CARRIED AROUND
THE GLOBE
108 million
YEARS OF PARTNERSHIP WITH
DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION
10 awesome
NEW ROUTE ANNOUNCED – DIRECT FLIGHTS
FROM AUCKLAND TO NEW YORK CITY
1 exciting
WELCOMED INTO OUR FLEET – 1 ATR
AND 2 A320 NEOS
3 new aircraft
REOPENED AROUND THE GLOBE
25 lounges
KIWIS VACCINATED ON OUR 787 JABASEAT
VACCINATION CLINIC
300
ITEMS BOUGHT VIA THE AIRPOINTS
TM
STORE – UP FROM 200,000 LAST YEAR
250,000
PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS DOCUMENT RELEASED TO ACCELERATE
THE DEVELOPMENT OF ZERO EMISSIONS AIRCRAFT TECHNOLOGY
1 industry-leading
RAISED DURING OUR RECAPITALISATION
2.2 billion
ANNOUNCED FOR OUR FUTURE 787 CABIN
7 options
AIR NEW ZEALANDERS WELCOMED
INTO OUR WHĀNAU
1,500
MORE THAN
3.
13FINANCIAL COMMENTARY
AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REVIEW 2022AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
FINANCIAL COMMENTARY
The impact of Covid-19 on
international and domestic
travel for the majority of
the 2022 financial year
resulted in Air New Zealand
reporting a loss before
other significant items and
taxation
1
of $725 million.
Including the impact of
other significant items,
statutory losses before
taxation were $810 million.
Revenue
Operating revenue for the year increased 8.6 percent
to $2.7 billion, driven by Cargo as well as improved
international passenger demand in the last financial
quarter following the staged opening of New Zealand’s
border from March 2022. These increases helped
offset the impact of reduced domestic passenger
flying throughout the majority of the year as a result
of local travel restrictions and Covid-19 related
disruptions. There was a nominal impact from foreign
exchange. Total capacity (Available Seat Kilometres,
ASK) including cargo-only flights, increased 15
percent compared to the same period last year, due to
additional demand for airfreight and support schemes
from the New Zealand and Australian Governments.
Passenger revenue remained stable at $1.5 billion,
as increased international flying following the staged
border opening was offset by reduced domestic
flying related to Covid-19. Excluding cargo-only
flights, capacity increased by 3.4 percent driven by
increased long-haul flying towards the end of the
year. Demand (Revenue Passenger Kilometres, RPK)
increased more than capacity, resulting in a load
factor of 67.1 percent, an increase of 9.8 percentage
points on the prior year. Revenue per Available Seat
Kilometre (RASK) decreased 2.9 percent excluding
FX and was impacted by a change in sector mix with
proportionately less shorter sector domestic flying
and more international flying.
International long-haul capacity increased 17 percent
(excluding cargo-only flights) as border openings
drove the return of passenger demand for North
America and Singapore in the latter part of the
year. Demand on international long-haul routes
increased 151 percent, with load factors increasing
30.7 percentage points to 57.5 percent. International
long-haul RASK increased by 37 percent and was only
nominally impacted by foreign exchange.
International short-haul capacity increased by 20
percent, as border openings drove more trans-Tasman
and Pacific Islands services. An increased schedule
of services was operated from March and April 2022
following the staged border openings. Demand
on international short-haul routes improved by 101
percent, with load factors increasing 29.2 percentage
points to 72.7 percent. International short-haul RASK
was up 72.5 percent and was only nominally impacted
by foreign exchange.
Domestic capacity decreased 10 percent, due to
various lockdowns, travel restrictions and infection
waves impacting passenger demand much more than
in the previous financial year. As a result, domestic
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FINANCIAL COMMENTARY
1. Loss before other significant items and taxation represent Earnings stated in compliance with NZ IFRS (Statutory Earnings) after excluding items which, due to their size or
nature, warrant separate disclosure to assist with the underlying financial performance of the Group. Loss before other significant items and taxation is reported within the
Group financial statements which are audited by the external auditors. Further details are contained within Note 3 of the Group financial statements.
demand declined more than capacity at 19 percent,
with load factors decreasing by 7.3 percentage points
to 70.1 percent. Domestic RASK declined 10 percent
and was not impacted by foreign exchange.
Cargo revenue was $1.0 billion, an increase of 32
percent. Foreign exchange had a nominal impact.
The increase was driven by higher demand for
airfreight as well as additional scheduled flying
under the New Zealand and Australian Government’s
airfreight schemes (the Maintaining International
Air Connectivity scheme and the International
Freight Assistance Mechanism). This resulted in
cargo-only capacity increasing 19 percent compared
to the prior year. Freight yields also improved 4.0
percent, reflecting fewer international carriers in the
New Zealand market.
Contract services and other revenue was $242 million,
a decrease of 13 percent, driven primarily by reduced
maintenance activity on contracts for third-parties and
less passenger activity. There was a nominal impact
from foreign exchange.
Expenses
Operating expenditure increased by $555 million or
25 percent, to $2.7 billion with variable cost growth
reflecting the airline’s recovery ahead of the staged
border reopenings. Higher labour costs, increased jet
fuel prices and the absence of aviation subsidy support
– a feature of the prior corresponding period – all
contributed to the overall increase. Reported costs per
ASK (CASK) increased 9.1 percent, with a significant
increase in fuel price being the largest impact.
Victoria
Communications Manager
Olivia
Senior Brand
and Marketing Specialist
Johnny
Chapter Lead SA
Customer Direct Sales
and Service
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AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
FINANCIAL COMMENTARY
14
AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REVIEW 2022
FINANCIAL COMMENTARY (CONTINUED)
Underlying CASK, which excludes the impact of fuel
price, foreign exchange and third-party maintenance
as well as the absence of aviation subsidy support,
improved by 0.6 percent. This was largely due to a
change in the mix of network flying, with a greater
portion of lower cost, cargo-only flying.
Labour costs were $976 million, increasing by
$146 million or 18 percent. Foreign exchange had
no impact for the year. Full-Time Equivalent labour
(FTE) increased 13 percent to approximately 8,900
compared to the prior year representing 74 percent
of FTE labour compared to pre-Covid levels of
approximately 12,000. The increase in FTE was driven
by the recall and hiring of operational and support
workforces to build back capacity as travel restrictions
eased and routes relaunched. In addition to increased
staffing levels, salary increases, a provision for
incentive payments and employee recognition awards
contributed to the increased costs.
Fuel costs were $560 million, increasing by $249
million or 80 percent. Excluding the impact of
foreign exchange, fuel costs grew by 75 percent.
The increase was largely driven by a higher average
fuel price, which included the benefit of hedging, of
62 percent or $192 million. A 92 percent increase
in the underlying Singapore Jet fuel price, and to
a lesser extent, increases in the price of domestic
carbon offsets, drove $288 million of the additional
cost and were partially offset by an additional $96
million of hedging gains. Fuel consumption increased
14 percent in the year, due to the 15 percent increase
in capacity due to passenger and cargo-only flying,
resulting in an additional $41 million in costs.
A weaker New Zealand dollar also resulted in a fuel
cost increase of $16 million.
Aircraft operations, passenger services and
maintenance costs were $787 million, representing
an increase of $99 million, or 14 percent. Excluding
support received in the prior year under the
Government’s aviation support package, which did
not repeat in the current year, costs increased by
$41 million or 5.5 percent. Increased flying activity and
costs related to restarting the network largely drove
the increased costs across these areas.
Sales and marketing and other expenses were $412
million, growing $87 million or 27 percent reflecting
increased brand activity to support sales and borders
reopening, commissions and digital activity.
Ownership costs decreased by $49 million or 6.1
percent, driven by reduction in depreciation due
to impairment of grounded 777-300ER widebody
aircraft that occurred in the prior year and aircraft
offset by lower aircraft impairment charges, reduced
redundancy costs and lower losses on foreign
exchange hedging where the forecast transaction was
no longer expected to occur compared to the prior
year. A gain on sale of landing slots was not repeated
in the current year.
Cash and Financial Position
Cash on hand at 30 June 2022 was $1.8 billion, an
increase of $1.5 billion since the prior year. This
balance reflects the net proceeds from the airline’s
recapitalisation in May 2022, the remaining balance
of Redeemable Shares outstanding to the Crown and
cash flows from operating activities following the
announcement of border reopenings from March 2022,
partially offset by repayment of PAYE and FBT deferrals,
debt and lease payments and new aircraft purchases.
In May 2022, the airline completed a capital raise
consisting of approximately $1.2 billion of ordinary
equity and $600 million of unsecured debt, as well
as a new $400 million undrawn Crown Facility.
Proceeds from the capital raise were used to
repay $850 million of the previous Crown Facility,
exits, partially offset by A320neo and ATR aircraft
deliveries. Excluding the benefit of foreign exchange,
ownership costs decreased by 4.4 percent.
The impact of foreign exchange rate changes on the
revenue and cost base in the period resulted in a
unfavourable foreign exchange movement of $6 million.
After taking into account a $26 million favourable
movement in hedging, overall foreign exchange had
a net $20 million positive impact on the Group result
for the period.
Share of Earnings of Associates
Share of earnings of associates increased by $8 million
to $27 million for the year, reflecting higher engine
volumes and mix of maintenance work being serviced
by the Christchurch Engine Centre.
Other Significant Items
Other significant items represented a loss of $85 million
during the year, a decrease of $114 million relative to
the prior year. These items relate to unrealised foreign
exchange losses on foreign denominated debt of
$186 million, the impairment of software of $24 million
strengthen the balance sheet, improve liquidity and
position the airline for recovery from the pandemic.
Operating cash flows were a net inflow of $550 million,
reflecting favourable working capital movements
including revenue received for ticket sales in advance
of flying, partially offset by a deterioration in cash
earnings resulting from travel restrictions across
most of the financial year and repayment of PAYE
and FBT deferrals.
Net gearing improved 25.7 percentage points to
45.4 percent compared to 30 June 2021, driven by
the equity raise and partially offset by net losses after
taxation, investment in the airline’s fleet and foreign
exchange movements.
The Directors have not declared a final dividend for the
2022 financial year, choosing to focus on preserving
liquidity while continuing to navigate the airline through
the post pandemic recovery. The Board does not
expect to consider payment of dividends before the
airline achieves a consistent recovery in earnings.
Dawnea
Flight Attendant
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FINANCIAL SUMMARY
AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER REVIEW 2022AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
Financial Performance
12 MONTHS TO
30 JUNE 2022
$M
R E S TAT E D
12 MONTHS TO
30 JUNE 2021
$M
Operating Revenue
Passenger revenue
Cargo
Contract services and other revenue
1,476
1,016
242
1,470
769
278
Operating Expenditure
Labour
Fuel
Maintenance
Aircraft operations
Passenger services
Sales and marketing
Foreign exchange losses
Other expenses
2,73 4
(976)
(560)
(259)
(412)
(116)
(131)
(3)
(281)
2,517
(830)
(311)
(254)
(350)
(84)
(73)
(29)
(252)
(2,738) (2,183)
Operating Earnings (excluding items below)
Depreciation and amortisation
Net finance costs
Share of earnings of associates (net of taxation)
(4)
(668)
(80)
27
334
(715)
(82)
19
Loss Before Other Significant Items and Taxation
Other significant items
(725)
(85)
(444)
29
Loss Before Taxation
Taxation credit
(810)
219
(415)
123
Net Loss Attributable to Shareholders of Parent Company(591) (292)
Net tangible assets per share (cents) 39 86
Cash Flows
12 MONTHS TO
30 JUNE 2022
$M
R E S TAT E D
12 MONTHS TO
30 JUNE 2021
$M
Cash inflows from operating activities
Cash outflows from operating activities
3,360
(2,810)
2,517
(2,199)
Net cash flow from operating activities
Net cash flow from investing activities
Net cash flow from financing activities
550
(331)
1,308
318
(177)
(313)
Increase/(decrease) in cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the year
1,527
266
(172)
438
Cash and Cash Equivalents at the End of the Year1,793266
FINANCIAL SUMMARY
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The key changes in earnings, after isolating the impact of foreign exchange
movements, are set out in the table below*:
*The numbers referred to in the Financial Commentary on the previous page have not isolated the impact of foreign exchange.
June 2021
loss before taxation
Passenger capacity
$49m
- Capacity increased by 3 percent (excluding cargo-only flights) due to relaxation of travel
restrictions and reopening of borders. Including cargo-only flights capacity increased by
15 percent.
- Domestic capacity declined by 10 percent reflecting nationwide lockdowns and extended
non-essential travel restrictions in the Auckland region, as well as the occurrence of multiple
Covid-19 infection waves.
- International short-haul capacity increased by 20 percent. Border restrictions and isolation
requirements reduced scheduled services for most of the year. Staged border reopenings
and relaxation of travel restrictions saw strong customer demand and an increase in passenger
services from March 2022.
- International long-haul capacity increased 17 percent due to the removal of travel restrictions
and border reopenings in the latter half of the 2022 financial year.
Passenger RASK
-$43m
- Domestic Revenue per Available Seat Kilometre (RASK) declined by 10 percent excluding
FX and loads declined 7.3 percentage points to 70.1 percent as a result of domestic travel
restrictions and disruptions.
- International short-haul RASK improved by 72.5 percent excluding FX and loads increased
29.2 percentage points to 72.7 percent.
- International long-haul RASK improved by 37 percent excluding FX and loads increased
30.7 percentage points to 57.5 percent as borders reopened and customer demand improved
in the second half of 2022. In earlier periods limited passenger services, primarily for essential
travel and repatriations, supplemented cargo services.
- Overall Group RASK declined 2.9 percent excluding FX and was impacted by a change in mix
of network flying in the current year from shorter sectors towards longer international sectors.
Loads increased by 9.8 percentage points to 67.1 percent.
Cargo revenue
$247m
- Cargo revenue improved due to increased capacity as a result of more international widebody
flying, higher customer demand and additional cargo-only scheduled flights awarded by the
New Zealand and Australian Governments under the airfreight schemes.
Contract services and
other revenue
-$38m
- Reduced maintenance work for third-parties and border restrictions reduced customer activity.
Labour
-$146m
- Higher staffing levels due to an increase in operational activity, reinstatement of performance
incentives, employee recognition awards and reduced Government wage subsidies.
Fuel
-$233m
- Singapore Jet price increased by 92 percent. The average fuel price net of hedging increased 54
percent compared to the prior year resulting in an increase in costs of $192 million. Consumption
increased by 14 percent ($41 million) compared to an increase in capacity of 15 percent.
Maintenance, aircraft
operations and
passenger services
-$38m
- Higher costs related to an increase in flying activity and recommencement of international routes.
Aviation support package
-$59m
- Receipt of aviation relief package subsidies in the prior year not repeated in the current year.
Sales and marketing
and other expenses
-$83m
- Higher brand spend to support sales activity and route relaunches as well as increased
commissions and digital activity.
Ownership costs
$35m
- Decrease in depreciation reflecting impairment of grounded widebody aircraft in the prior year
and aircraft exits partially offset by new aircraft deliveries.
Net impact of foreign
exchange movements
$20m
- Net favourable impact of foreign exchange from reduced hedging losses offset by currency
movements on revenue and costs.
Share of earnings of
associates
$8m
- Increase in earnings from Christchurch Engine Centre driven by higher engine volumes and
heavier mix of maintenance visits.
Other significant items
-$114m
- Reduction in foreign exchange gains on uncovered debt, software impairment and gain on sale
of landing slots in the prior year partially offset by reduced reorganisation costs, lower aircraft
impairment and lease modification costs and a decrease in de-designation of hedges as a result
of forecast transactions no longer being expected to occur.
June 2022
loss before taxation
-$415m
-$810m
CHANGE IN PROFITABILITY
Profi t drivers
Grow
Domestic
Profitably grow and enhance our iconic
domestic offering, providing New
Zealanders with even more choice as the
best-connected country in the world
Optimise
International
Connecting New Zealanders and
our exports to the world through an
optimal international network and
premium leisure product
Lift
Loyalty
Increase products and benefits
members value from our Airpoints™
programme, supercharging the loyalty
ecosystem for the airline
Our Kia Mau strategy is focused on 3 clear drivers
of value creation, executed through excellence
and innovation across 4 key business enablers.
Enabled by strong culture and focused investment
Brilliant
Basics
Operational excellence that
provides a seamless travel
experience for our customers –
do it right, first time, every time
Serious about
Sustainability
Committed to meaningful
action to reduce our
carbon impact
Digital
Dexterity
Technology focused on delivering
a world-class experience for
our people and customers while
driving efficiencies
Prioritising
People & Safety
Putting people, health
and safety first
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KIA MAU STRATEGY
AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
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Financial Position
A S AT
30 JUNE 2022
$M
R E S TAT E D
30 JUNE 2021
$M
Bank and short-term deposits
Trade and other receivables
Inventories
Derivative financial assets
Other assets
1,793
363
98
165
78
266
252
92
79
137
Total Current Assets2,497826
Trade and other receivables
Property, plant and equipment
Right of use assets
Intangible assets
Investments in other entities
Derivative financial assets
Deferred taxation
Other assets
36
3,190
1,617
147
164
143
164
392
92
3,128
1,989
169
138
-
-
342
Total Non-Current Assets5,8535,858
Total Assets8,3506,684
Trade and other payables
Revenue in advance
Interest-bearing liabilities
Lease liabilities
Derivative financial liabilities
Provisions
Income taxation
Other liabilities
497
1,635
248
342
63
169
2
215
524
689
524
383
11
58
-
164
Total Current Liabilities3,1712,353
Revenue in advance
Interest-bearing liabilities
Derivative financial liabilities
Lease liabilities
Redeemable shares
Provisions
Other liabilities
Deferred taxation
219
1,595
159
1,183
200
118
28
-
503
1,023
-
1,378
-
241
30
58
Total Non-Current Liabilities3,5023,233
Total Liabilities6,6735,586
Net Assets 1,6771,098
Share capital
Reserves
3,373
(1,696)
2,213
(1,115)
Total Equity1,6771,098
The summary financial information has been derived from, and should be read in conjunction with, the Air New Zealand Group Annual Financial
Statements (the ‘Annual Financial Statements’). The Annual Financial Statements, dated 25 August 2022, are available at: airnzinvestor.com.
The summary financial information cannot be expected to provide as complete an understanding as provided by the Annual Financial Statements.
The accounting policies used in these financial statements are attached in the notes to the Annual Financial Statements.
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2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
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DIRECTORS’ STATEMENT
The directors of Air New Zealand Limited are pleased to present to shareholders the Annual Report* and financial statements for
Air New Zealand and its controlled entities (together the “Group”) for the year to 30 June 2022.
The directors are responsible for presenting financial statements in accordance with New Zealand law and generally accepted accounting
practice, which give a true and fair view of the financial position of the Group as at 30 June 2022 and the results of the Group’s operations
and cash flows for the year ended on that date.
The directors consider the financial statements of the Group have been prepared using accounting policies which have been consistently
applied and supported by reasonable judgements and estimates and that all relevant financial reporting and accounting standards have
been followed.
The directors believe that proper accounting records have been kept in accordance with the requirements of the Financial Markets
Conduct Act 2013.
The directors consider that they have taken adequate steps to safeguard the assets of the Group, and to prevent and detect fraud and
other irregularities. Internal control procedures are also considered to be sufficient to provide a reasonable assurance as to the integrity
and reliability of the financial statements.
This Annual Report is signed on behalf of the Board by:
Dame Therese Walsh Alison Gerry
Chair Director
25 August 2022
Contents
Statement of Financial Performance 2
Statement of Comprehensive Income 3
Statement of Changes In Equity 4
Statement of Financial Position 5
Statement of Cash Flows 6
Statement of Accounting Policies 7
Notes to the Financial Statements
1. Revenue Recognition and Segmental Information 10
2. Expenses 11
3. Other Significant Items 12
4. Taxation 12
5. Earnings Per Share 14
6. Cash and Cash Equivalents 14
7. Trade and Other Receivables 15
8. Inventories 15
9. Other Assets 16
10. Property, Plant and Equipment 17
11. Right of Use Assets 20
12. Intangible Assets 21
13. Investments in Other Entities 22
14. Revenue in Advance 23
15. Interest-Bearing Liabilities 24
16. Lease Liabilities 25
17. Redeemable Shares 27
18. Provisions 27
19. Other Liabilities 28
20. Share Capital 29
21. Reserves 31
22. Commitments 31
23. Contingent Liabilities 32
24. Financial Risk Management 32
25. Offsetting Financial Assets and Financial Liabilities 41
26. Related Parties 42
27. Impact of New Accounting Interpretations 44
Independent Auditor’s Report 46
Five Year Statistical Review 50
Corporate Governance Statement 54
Employee Remuneration 67
Remuneration Report 68
Climate-Related Disclosures 71
Interests Register 81
Directors’ Interests in Air New Zealand Securities 82
Indemnities and Insurance 82
Subsidiary and Joint Venture Companies 83
Other Disclosures 84
Operating Fleet Statistics 85
Securities Statistics 86
General Information 88
Shareholder Directory IBC
AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022
* This document, in conjunction with the Air New Zealand Annual Shareholder Review 2022,
constitutes the 2022 Annual Report to shareholders of Air New Zealand Limited.
The accompanying accounting policies and notes form part of these financial statements.2
AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE
FOR THE YEAR TO 30 JUNE 2022
NOTES
2022
$M
R E S TAT E D
2021
$M
Operating Revenue
Passenger revenue
Cargo
Contract services
Other revenue
1,476
1,016
117
125
1,470
769
161
117
Operating Expenditure
Labour
Fuel
Maintenance
Aircraft operations
Passenger services
Sales and marketing
Foreign exchange losses
Other expenses
1 2,73 4
(976)
(560)
(259)
(412)
(116)
(131)
(3)
(281)
2,517
(830)
(311)
(254)
(350)
(84)
(73)
(29)
(252)
2(2,738) (2,183)
Operating Earnings (excluding items below)
Depreciation and amortisation
(4)
(668)
334
(715)
Loss Before Finance Costs, Associates, Other Significant Items and Taxation
Finance income
Finance costs
Share of earnings of associates (net of taxation)13
(672)
14
(94)
27
(381)
8
(90)
19
Loss Before Other Significant Items and Taxation
Other significant items3
(725)
(85)
(444)
29
Loss Before Taxation
Taxation credit4
(810)
219
(415)
123
Net Loss Attributable to Shareholders of Parent Company(591) (292)
Per Share Information:
Basic and diluted earnings per share (cents)
Net tangible assets per share (cents)
5(40.8)
39
(26.0)
86
The accompanying accounting policies and notes form part of these financial statements.3
AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
FOR THE YEAR TO 30 JUNE 2022
NOTE
2022
$M
R E S TAT E D
2021
$M
Net Loss for the Year
Other Comprehensive Income:
Items that will not be reclassified to profit or loss:
Actuarial (losses)/gains on defined benefit plans
Taxation on above reserve movements4
(591)
(5)
1
(292)
6
(2)
Total items that will not be reclassified to profit or loss
Items that may be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss:
Changes in fair value of cash flow hedges
Transfers to net loss from cash flow hedge reserve
Net translation gain/(loss) on investment in foreign operations
Changes in cost of hedging reserve
Taxation on above reserve movements
(4)
111
(96)
3
(5)
1
4
64
35
(3)
4
(32)
Total items that may be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss1468
Total Other Comprehensive Income for the Year, Net of Taxation1072
Total Comprehensive Loss for the Year, Attributable to Shareholders of the Parent Company(581)(220)
The accompanying accounting policies and notes form part of these financial statements.4
AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022
STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY
FOR THE YEAR TO 30 JUNE 2022
NOTES
SHARE
CAPITAL
$M
HEDGE
RESERVES
$M
FOREIGN
CURRENCY
TRANSLATION
RESERVE
$M
R E S TAT E D
GENERAL
RESERVES
$M
R E S TAT E D
TOTAL
EQUITY
$M
Balance as at 1 July 20212,213(49)(17)(1,042)1,105
Application of IFRIC interpretation27---(7)(7)
Restated balance as at 1 July 20212,213(49)(17)(1,049)1,098
Net loss for the year
Other comprehensive income for the year
-
-
-
7
-
7
(591)
(4)
(591)
10
Total Comprehensive Loss for the Year - 7 7(595) (581)
Transactions with Owners:
Shares issued
Equity-settled share-based payments (net of taxation)
Equity settlements of staff share award obligations
20
4, 20
20
1,156
8
(4)
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
1,156
8
(4)
Total Transactions with Owners 1,160 - - -1,160
Balance as at 30 June 2022 3,373 (42) (10) (1,644) 1,677
NOTES
SHARE
CAPITAL
$M
HEDGE
RESERVES
$M
FOREIGN
CURRENCY
TRANSLATION
RESERVE
$M
R E S TAT E D
GENERAL
RESERVES
$M
R E S TAT E D
TOTAL
EQUITY
$M
Balance as at 1 July 20202,209(123)(11)(757)1,318
Application of IFRIC interpretation27---(4)(4)
Restated balance as at 1 July 20202,209(123)(11)(761)1,314
Net loss for the year
Other comprehensive income for the year
-
-
-
74
-
(6)
(292)
4
(292)
72
Total Comprehensive Loss for the Year - 74 (6) (288) (220)
Transactions with Owners:
Equity-settled share-based payments (net of taxation)4, 20 4 - - - 4
Total Transactions with Owners4 - - -4
Balance as at 30 June 2021 2,213 (49) (17) (1,049) 1,098
The accompanying accounting policies and notes form part of these financial statements.5
AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
NOTES
2022
$M
R E S TAT E D
2021
$M
Current Assets
Bank and short-term deposits
Trade and other receivables
Inventories
Derivative financial assets
Other assets
6
7
8
24
9
1,793
363
98
165
78
266
252
92
79
137
Total Current Assets 2,497 826
Non-Current Assets
Trade and other receivables
Property, plant and equipment
Right of use assets
Intangible assets
Investments in other entities
Derivative financial assets
Deferred taxation
Other assets
7
10
11
12
13
24
4
9
36
3,190
1,617
147
164
143
164
392
92
3,128
1,989
169
138
-
-
342
Total Non-Current Assets 5,853 5,858
Total Assets 8,350 6,684
Current Liabilities
Trade and other payables
Revenue in advance
Interest-bearing liabilities
Lease liabilities
Derivative financial liabilities
Provisions
Income taxation
Other liabilities
14
15
16
24
18
19
497
1,635
248
342
63
169
2
215
524
689
524
383
11
58
-
164
Total Current Liabilities 3,171 2,353
Non-Current Liabilities
Revenue in advance
Interest-bearing liabilities
Derivative financial liabilities
Lease liabilities
Redeemable shares
Provisions
Other liabilities
Deferred taxation
14
15
24
16
17
18
19
4
219
1,595
159
1,183
200
118
28
-
503
1,023
-
1,378
-
241
30
58
Total Non-Current Liabilities 3,502 3,233
Total Liabilities 6,673 5,586
Net Assets 1,677 1,098
Equity
Share capital
Reserves
20
21
3,373
(1,696)
2,213
(1,115)
Total Equity 1,677 1,098
Dame Therese Walsh
Chair
For and on behalf of the Board, 25 August 2022
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION
AS AT 30 JUNE 2022
Alison Gerry
Director
The accompanying accounting policies and notes form part of these financial statements.6
AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022
NOTES
2022
$M
R E S TAT E D
2021
$M
Cash Flows from Operating Activities
Receipts from customers
Payments to suppliers and employees
Income tax refunded
Interest paid
Interest received
3,353
(2,736)
-
( 74)
7
2,471
(2,116)
35
(83)
11
Net Cash Flow from Operating Activities6550318
Cash Flows from Investing Activities
Disposal of property, plant and equipment, intangibles and assets held for resale
Distribution from associates
Acquisition of property, plant and equipment, right of use assets and intangibles
Interest-bearing asset (payments)/receipts
Investment in associate
Investment in other entities
26
26
14
32
(327)
(34)
(12)
(4)
10
38
(226)
9
(8)
-
Net Cash Flow from Investing Activities(331)(177)
Cash Flows from Financing Activities
Ordinary Shares issued
Redeemable Shares issued
Interest-bearing liabilities drawdowns
Rollover of foreign exchange contracts*
Redemption of Redeemable Shares
Equity settlements of staff share award obligations
Interest-bearing liabilities payments
Lease liabilities payments
20
26
26
20
16
1,156
600
1,277
36
(400)
(4)
(1,030)
(327)
-
-
380
(184)
-
-
(178)
(331)
Net Cash Flow from Financing Activities 1,308 (313)
Increase/(Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the year
1,527
266
(172)
438
Cash and Cash Equivalents at the End of the Year6 1,793 266
*Relates to gains/losses on rollover of foreign exchange contracts that hedge exposures in other financial periods.
STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
FOR THE YEAR TO 30 JUNE 2022
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STATEMENT OF ACCOUNTING POLICIES
FOR THE YEAR TO 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
Reporting entity
The financial statements presented are those of the consolidated Air New Zealand Group (the Group), including Air New Zealand Limited
and its subsidiaries, joint ventures and associates.
Air New Zealand’s primary business is the transportation of passengers and cargo on scheduled airline services.
Statutory base
The parent company, Air New Zealand Limited, is a profit-oriented entity, domiciled in New Zealand, registered under the Companies
Act 1993 and listed on the New Zealand and Australian Stock Exchanges. Air New Zealand Limited is a FMC Reporting Entity under the
Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 and the Financial Reporting Act 2013.
Basis of preparation
Air New Zealand prepares its financial statements in accordance with New Zealand Generally Accepted Accounting Practice (“NZ GAAP”).
NZ GAAP consists of New Zealand equivalents to International Financial Reporting Standards (“NZ IFRS”) and other applicable financial
reporting standards as appropriate to profit-oriented entities. These financial statements comply with NZ IFRS and International Financial
Reporting Standards (“IFRS”).
The financial statements were approved by the Board of Directors on 25 August 2022.
Impact of Covid-19
During the Covid-19 pandemic the Group significantly reduced its network as demand declined following border closures and international
travel restrictions. In response to the impact, the Group took a number of actions including a reduction in flight capacity, labour reductions,
capital expenditure deferrals, cost reductions and modifications to various vendor and supplier agreements. In addition, the Group was
awarded grants for providing international airfreight services, applied for and received wage subsidies and a grant under an aviation
support package which provided temporary relief from passenger-based government charges and airways related fees.
Liquidity was supported by cancelling a significant amount of non-essential spend and deferring capital expenditure. The Group applied
for Covid-19 related tax relief by electing to carry back the 2020 financial year income tax loss and was granted a deferral of FBT and PAYE
for the period 1 July 2020 to 30 September 2021. Under the arrangement the Group deferred $298 million of FBT and PAYE repayments
(30 June 2021: $254 million). The FBT and PAYE liabilities arising during this period were repaid in January 2022 to March 2022.
In February and March 2022 the New Zealand Government made a series of announcements regarding the relaxation of travel restrictions
into New Zealand which commenced from April and May 2022. Following these announcements, the airline experienced increased
bookings for international travel which has resulted in stronger cash inflows from customer activity compared to the first six months of the
2022 financial year.
A debt funding arrangement with the New Zealand Government (CSF1 Loan Facility) was secured and amended in the prior year as the
impact of the pandemic progressed, to support the future business operations. In December 2021, the airline announced a revised Crown
support package, which gave the Group the ability to issue up to $1 billion of non-voting Redeemable Shares to the Crown and reduced
the CSF1 Loan Facility from $1.5 billion to $1 billion, with an extended term to January 2026. The Group was able to call for the Crown to
subscribe for up to $1 billion of Redeemable Shares once at least $850 million was drawn under the CSF1 Loan Facility. During the year, the
Group made further draw downs of $500 million under the CSF1 Loan Facility (30 June 2021: $350 million).
On 30 March 2022 the Group announced a $2.2 billion recapitalisation package to help position the airline for recovery. The package
included a pro rata renounceable Rights Offer to raise $1.2 billion of new Ordinary Shares as well as the issue of $600 million of
Redeemable Shares to the Crown and a new committed unsecured 4 year Crown loan facility of $400 million.
The Rights Offer commenced on 6 April 2022 and the shares were allotted on 9 May 2022. It allowed eligible shareholders an opportunity
to buy additional shares in the Group at a discount relative to the prevailing share price. Proceeds received from the capital raise were
partly used to repay $850 million drawn down under the CSF1 Loan Facility. Upon repayment of all outstanding amounts under the CSF1
Loan Facility arrangement, the facility was cancelled.
On 7 April 2022 the Group issued to the Crown $150 million of Redeemable Shares and on 6 May 2022 a further $450 million (refer Note 26
for further details).
On 30 March 2022 a new unsecured committed revolving loan facility (CSF2 Loan Facility) was entered into with the Crown for up to $400
million for a period through to 30 January 2026 for the purpose of providing additional liquidity, if required, as the airline recovers from
the effects of the pandemic. Further details are contained in Note 26. In addition, the Group issued unsecured, unsubordinated Australian
Medium Term Notes on 25 May 2022. Australian Medium Term Notes of AUD$300 million have a maturity date of 25 May 2026 and
AUD$250 million have a maturity date of 25 May 2029. Proceeds from the Australian Medium Term Notes were used to repay $400 million
of Redeemable Shares. As at 30 June 2022, $200 million of Redeemable Shares remained on issue.
Given the completion of an equity capital raise, the issue of the Australian Medium Term Notes, the entering into the CSF2 Loan Facility
with the Crown, and accessibility of additional debt funding, the Board has a reasonable expectation that the Group has sufficient
liquidity to continue to operate for the foreseeable future. Therefore, a going concern basis has been adopted in the preparation of the
financial statements.
8
STATEMENT OF ACCOUNTING POLICIES CONTINUED
FOR THE YEAR TO 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022
Basis of measurement
The financial statements have been prepared on the historical cost basis with the exception of certain items as identified in specific
accounting policies and are presented in New Zealand Dollars which is the functional currency.
Use of accounting estimates and judgements
The preparation of financial statements requires the use of certain critical accounting estimates. It also requires the directors to exercise
their judgement in the process of applying the Group’s accounting policies. Estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical
experience and other factors, as appropriate to the particular circumstances. The Group reviews the estimates and assumptions on an
ongoing basis.
Areas involving a higher degree of judgement or complexity, or areas where assumptions and estimates are significant to the financial
statements are disclosed within the specific accounting policy or note as shown below:
Area of estimate or judgement Note
Revenue in advance Note 1 Revenue recognition and segmental information
Note 14 Revenue in advance
Aircraft lease return provisions Note 18 Provisions
Estimated impairment of non-financial assets ‘Impairment’ accounting policy
Note 10 Property, plant and equipment
Note 11 Right of use assets
Residual values and useful lives of aircraft related assets Note 10 Property, plant and equipment
Note 11 Right of use assets
Reassessment of probability of forecast hedged cash flows Note 24 Financial risk management
Taxation Note 10 Taxation
Significant estimates are designated by an
symbol in the notes to the financial statements.
Significant accounting policies
Accounting policies are disclosed within each of the applicable notes to the financial statements and are designated by a symbol.
The principal accounting policies applied in the preparation of these financial statements have been consistently applied to all periods
presented, except as detailed below.
In April 2021, the International Financial Reporting Interpretations Committee (“IFRIC”) issued an agenda decision on Configuration or
Customisation Costs in a Cloud Computing Arrangement (IAS 38). This Interpretation clarifies the accounting treatment in respect of costs
of configuring or customising a supplier’s application software in a Software as a Service (“SaaS”) arrangement. The interpretation has
been applied retrospectively and comparative information within the financial statements restated accordingly. Further details are set out
in Note 27.
The following NZ IFRSs and Interpretations, which have been issued but are not yet effective, have been identified as those that may
impact Air New Zealand in the period of their initial application, and have not yet been adopted by the Group:
NZ IFRS 17 - Insurance Contracts has not been adopted early. It provides consistent principles for all aspects of accounting for insurance
contracts. This standard, which becomes effective for annual periods commencing on or after 1 January 2023, will not have a significant
impact on the financial statements.
The External Reporting Board (‘XRB’) of New Zealand is currently developing reporting standards to support mandatory reporting on
climate risks. The XRB intends to issue a climate-related disclosure framework: Aotearoa New Zealand Climate Standards with three
Climate Standards being issued that set requirements for: Climate-related Disclosures; First-time adoption; and General Requirements
for Disclosures. The disclosure areas are expected to be in line with the international Task Force on Climate-related Disclosures (‘TCFD’),
being Governance, Strategy, Risk Management and Metrics & Targets.
The XRB anticipates issuing standards by December 2022. The first climate statement required under these new standards is expected
to be as at 30 June 2024, with mandatory assurance required on the Greenhouse Gas emissions included in the climate statements for
the 2025 Annual Report. The Group currently prepares separate voluntary Climate-related Financial Disclosures that follow the principles
outlined in the TCFD which do not form part of the Group financial statements.
The significant accounting policies which are pervasive throughout the financial statements are set out below. Other significant
accounting policies which are specific to certain transactions or balances are set out within the particular note to which they relate.
9
STATEMENT OF ACCOUNTING POLICIES CONTINUED
FOR THE YEAR TO 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
Basis of consolidation
The consolidated financial statements include those of Air New Zealand Limited and its subsidiaries, accounted for using the acquisition
method, and the results of its associates and joint ventures, accounted for using the equity method.
All material intercompany transactions, balances and unrealised gains on transactions between group companies are eliminated on
consolidation. Unrealised losses are also eliminated unless the transaction provides evidence of an impairment of the asset transferred.
Unrealised gains on transactions between the Group, joint ventures and its associates are eliminated to the extent of the Group’s interest in
the joint ventures and associates.
Where a business combination is achieved in stages, previously held equity interests in the acquiree are remeasured to fair value at the
acquisition date and any corresponding gain or loss is recognised in the Statement of Financial Performance.
Foreign currency translation
Functional currency
Items included in the financial statements of each of the Group’s entities are measured using the currency of the primary economic
environment in which the entity operates (the “functional currency”).
Transactions and balances
Foreign currency transactions are converted into the relevant functional currency using exchange rates approximating those at transaction
date. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies at balance date are translated at the exchange rate at that date.
Non-monetary assets and liabilities that are measured in terms of historical cost in a foreign currency are translated using the exchange
rate at the date of the transaction. Foreign exchange gains or losses are recognised in the Statement of Financial Performance, except
when deferred in equity as qualifying cash flow hedges and qualifying net investment hedges.
Group companies
The results and financial position of all group entities that have a functional currency different from the presentation currency are
translated into the presentation currency as follows:
(a) assets and liabilities are translated at the closing rate at the reporting date;
(b) income and expenses are translated at exchange rates approximating those at transaction date; and
(c) all resulting exchange differences are recognised as a separate component of equity and in Other Comprehensive Income
(within Foreign Currency Translation Reserve).
On consolidation, exchange differences arising from the translation of the net investment in foreign entities, and of borrowings and other
currency instruments designated as hedges of such investments, are taken to equity.
Impairment
Non-financial assets are reviewed at each reporting date to determine whether there are any indicators that the carrying amount may
not be recoverable. If any such indicators exist, the asset’s recoverable amount is estimated. The recoverable amount is the higher of an
asset’s fair value less costs to sell and value-in-use. In assessing value-in-use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their
present value using a discount rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the asset.
An impairment loss is recognised in the Statement of Financial Performance for the amount by which the asset’s carrying amount exceeds
its recoverable amount. For the purposes of assessing impairment, assets are grouped at the lowest level for which there are separately
identifiable cash flows.
The carrying value of financial assets is assessed at each reporting date to determine whether there is any objective evidence of
impairment. Where necessary, the Group recognises provisions for expected credit losses based on 12-month or lifetime losses, depending
whether there has been a significant increase in credit risk since initial recognition. The Group considers reasonable and supportable
information that is relevant and available without undue cost or effort. This includes both quantitative and qualitative information, based on
the Group’s historical experience and informed credit assessment, including forward-looking information.
10
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR TO 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022
1. Revenue Recognition and Segmental Information
Revenue is recognised to the extent that it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Group and the revenue
can be reliably measured, regardless of when payment is made. Revenue is measured at the fair value of the consideration
received or receivable. Specific accounting policies are as follows:
Passenger and cargo revenue
Passenger and cargo sales revenue is recognised in revenue in advance at the fair value of the consideration received and
allocated to each flight sector based on industry agreements. Amounts for each sector of the ticket are transferred to revenue
in the Statement of Financial Performance when the actual carriage is performed. Unused tickets are recognised as revenue
using estimates regarding the timing of recognition based on the terms and conditions of the ticket and historical trends.
The Group operates various code share and alliance arrangements. Revenue under these arrangements is recognised when
the Group performs the carriage or otherwise fulfils all relevant contractual commitments.
Where one or more sectors are operated by another carrier the amount of the consideration received from the customer less
any amount payable to the other carrier is recognised in revenue on a net basis unless the Group has primary responsibility
for providing the service. Where the Group has primary responsibility for providing the service the amounts are recognised
gross within revenue and expenses.
Government grants which provide financial support to maintain certain transportation services are recognised within revenue
in the Statement of Financial Performance when the service is provided and the grant conditions are satisfied.
Loyalty programmes
Revenue associated with the award of Airpoints Dollars to Airpoints members as part of the initial sales transaction is
determined by reference to the relative standalone selling prices. These revenues as well as consideration received in respect
of sales of Airpoints Dollars to third parties is deferred to revenue in advance (net of estimated expiry) until such time as the
Airpoints member has redeemed their points. The estimate of expiry is based upon historical experience, assessments of
changes in customer behaviour and availability of redemption opportunities (such as international air operating capacity)
and is recognised in net passenger revenue in proportion to the pattern of rights exercised by the customer.
Contract services revenue
Where contract related services are performed over a contractually agreed period, and the amount of revenue and related
costs can be reliably measured, revenue is recognised based on the proportion of contract costs for work performed to date
relative to the estimated total costs. Other contract related revenue is recognised as services are performed.
Other revenue
Other revenue includes lounge revenue, Koru membership subscriptions, commissions and fees and is recognised at the
time the service is provided.
Finance income
Interest revenue from investments and fixed deposits is recognised as it accrues, using the effective interest method
where appropriate.
Cargo revenue – Government grants and assistance
2022
$M
2021
$M
Cargo government grants and assistance:
- New Zealand
- Other regions
370
33
321
12
Total cargo grants and assistance 403333
The Group was awarded grants to supply international airfreight services by the New Zealand Government through the Ministry of
Transport as part of its efforts to ensure the supply of critical imports and maintain economic benefits of high value New Zealand exports
during the Covid-19 pandemic. The arrangement was for a period from 30 April 2020 through to 31 March 2023. The awards were
negotiated on an arm’s length basis using standard commercial terms. Conditions attached to the grants recognised in the Statement of
Financial Performance have been satisfied as at balance date.
The Group was awarded from August 2020 to June 2022 contracts to provide international freight services on certain ports from Australia
to the United States under the Australian Government International Freight Assistance Mechanism (IFAM). IFAM was intended to restore
critical supply chains due to the impact of the global pandemic. Conditions attached to the award recognised in the Statement of Financial
Performance have been satisfied as at balance date.
11
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
FOR THE YEAR TO 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
1. Revenue Recognition and Segmental Information (continued)
Segmental information
Air New Zealand operates predominantly in one segment, its primary business being the transportation of passengers and cargo on an
integrated network of scheduled airline services to, from and within New Zealand. Resource allocation decisions across the network are
made to optimise the consolidated Group’s financial result.
2022
$M
2021
$M
Analysis of revenue by geographical region of original sale
New Zealand
Australia and Pacific Islands
Asia, United Kingdom and Europe
America
2,031
221
247
235
2,033
153
163
168
Total operating revenue 2,734 2,517
The principal non-current assets of the Group are the aircraft fleet which is registered in New Zealand and employed across the
worldwide network. Accordingly, there is no reasonable basis for allocating the assets to geographical segments.
2. Expenses
Additional information in respect of expenses included within the Statement of Financial Performance is as follows:
2022
$M
2021
$M
Superannuation expense
Audit and review of financial statements*
42
1
41
1
* In addition to fees paid for the audit and review of the financial statements of $1,422k (30 June 2021: $1,225k), other fees were paid
for assurance engagements including the student fee protection audit of $5k (30 June 2021: $5k) and Greenhouse Gas inventory
review of $20k (30 June 2021: Nil). The Group also paid $17k to Deloitte for administrative and other advisory services provided to the
Corporate Taxpayers Group for which Air New Zealand, alongside a number of other organisations, is a member (30 June 2021: $17k).
The prior financial year also included fees for a US Passenger Facility Charge audit of $22k.
Government grants and subsidies
Government grants and subsidies which compensate the Group for expenses incurred are recognised in the Statement of
Financial Performance on a systematic basis over the period in which the related costs are recognised when they become
unconditional. Grants and subsidies are reported on a net basis in the same line as the related expense.
2022
$M
2021
$M
Government grants and subsidies recognised in the Statement of Financial Performance include:
Wage subsidies (recognised within ‘Labour’)
- New Zealand
- Other regions
48
1
52
4
Total wage subsidies
Aviation support grant (recognised within ‘Passenger services’)
Aviation support grant (recognised within ‘Aircraft operations’)
Aviation support grant (recognised within ‘Other expenses’)
49
-
-
-
56
18
40
1
Total aviation support grant - 59
Given the significant impact that Covid-19 has had on the New Zealand economy the New Zealand Government through the
Ministry of Social Development provided wage subsidies for periods where there were alert level restrictions and businesses could
demonstrate a decline in revenues as a result of the pandemic. Additional subsidies were received from other governments related
to offshore offices including Australia, the United States of America, Singapore and the Cook Islands. The wage subsidies were
recognised within Labour expenses as an offset to the underlying labour cost. Conditions attached to the government subsidies
which have been recognised in the Statement of Financial Performance have been satisfied.
The New Zealand Government through the Ministry of Transport provided an aviation support package as a result of the impact
of Covid-19 which included financial support to airlines to pay passenger-based government charges and Airways related fees.
The package covered the period from 1 March 2020 through to 31 December 2020. All conditions associated with the government
assistance were satisfied.
12
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
FOR THE YEAR TO 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022
Current and deferred taxation are calculated on the basis of tax rates enacted or substantively enacted at reporting
date, and are recognised in the income statement except when the tax relates to items charged or credited to other
comprehensive income, in which case the tax is also recognised in other comprehensive income.
Deferred income taxation is recognised in respect of temporary differences arising between the tax bases of assets and
liabilities and their carrying amounts in the financial statements.
Deferred income tax assets and unused tax losses are only recognised to the extent that it is probable that future
taxable amounts will be available against which to utilise those temporary differences and losses.
3. Other Significant Items
Other significant items are items of revenue or expenditure which due to their size and nature warrant separate disclosure
to assist with the understanding of the underlying financial performance of the Group.
2022
$M
2021
$M
Foreign exchange (losses)/gains on uncovered interest-bearing liabilities and lease liabilities
Foreign exchange amounts transferred from the cash flow hedge reserve where the forecast
transaction is no longer expected to occur
Aircraft impairment and lease modifications
Impairment of intangible asset
Reorganisation costs
Gain on sale of landing slots
(43)
(13)
(6)
(24)
1
-
143
(18)
(78)
-
(39)
21
(85) 29
Foreign exchange (losses)/gains on uncovered interest-bearing liabilities and lease liabilities
Group policy is to manage foreign currency exposures arising from foreign currency denominated liabilities. Due to a significant decline
in forecast foreign currency revenue as a result of Covid-19, the Group was required to de-designate revenue hedges in the prior year
which resulted in certain foreign currency debt and lease obligations becoming unhedged. Foreign currency translation gains/losses
arising on these obligations are now recognised in the Statement of Financial Performance. Further details are set out in Note 24.
Foreign exchange amounts transferred from the cash flow hedge reserve where the forecast transaction is no longer expected to occur
Group policy is to manage risk exposures on foreign currency risk arising in respect of forecast operating cash flows. As a result of
Covid-19 there was a substantial decline in customer demand due to border closures and domestic travel restrictions. The airline
significantly reduced operating capacity, affecting revenues and operating expenditure. A number of foreign currency operating
revenue and expenditure transactions were de-designated. Where the forecast hedged transaction was no longer expected to occur, the
associated accumulated gains or losses were transferred from the cash flow hedge reserve to the Statement of Financial Performance.
Aircraft impairment and lease modifications
As a result of Covid-19 the Group significantly reduced its network capacity following border closures and international travel
restrictions. Due to the severe impact that the pandemic had on global demand for international air travel in prior years, the Boeing
777-200ER fleet and one Boeing 777-300ER aircraft were grounded for an indefinite period into the future. The Group has since
commenced a reactivation programme for the Boeing 777-300ER aircraft which re-entered service in August 2022. The impairment
provision held in relation to the Boeing 777-300ER aircraft was reversed as at 30 June 2022.
The aircraft and other associated assets were assessed for impairment to determine the recoverable amount based on the fair
value less costs to sell. Fair values were determined based on external market valuations. Net impairment expense of $4 million was
recognised in the Statement of Financial Performance in relation to these aircraft (30 June 2021: $58 million). In the prior year ended
30 June 2021 losses arising on lease modifications of $5 million were recognised in respect of these aircraft. Further details are set out
in Notes 10 and 11.
In prior years the Company exited from service the ATR72-500 fleet following a scheduled fleet replacement. As at 30 June 2021
five aircraft were classified as Held for Resale and were carried at the lower of their previous book value at the date of transfer or fair
value less costs to sell. The aircraft were disposed or parted-out in the 2022 financial year. An impairment expense of $2 million was
recognised during the year ended 30 June 2022 (30 June 2021: $15 million).
Impairment of intangible asset
The Group undertook, over a number of years, a software development project related to implementing an aircrew management
system. During the 2022 financial year the Group ceased development of a software programme associated with turboprop-related
aspects of the aircrew management system due to the high degree of complexity and expected delivery timeframes. The asset was fully
written down with an impairment expense of $24 million recognised against the capital work in progress (within ‘Intangible Assets’).
Reorganisation costs
Due to the unprecedented impact of Covid-19 on the airline, a reorganisation programme was undertaken to realign the cost base. This
resulted in a reduction in employee numbers in the prior year of over 4,000 staff, with redundancy costs being recognised over the period
including within the year ended 30 June 2021. In the 2022 financial year redundancy provisions of $1 million were released following the
recall of staff as a result of a recovery in customer demand.
Gain on sale of landing slots
The Group entered into an agreement to dispose of its London Heathrow slots following the announced withdrawal from the
London-Los Angeles route. Proceeds from the sale were received in December 2019. The gain on sale of $21 million was recognised in the
year ended 30 June 2021 upon formal transfer of the slots to the purchaser.
4 . Ta x a t i o n
13
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
FOR THE YEAR TO AND AS AT 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
4. Taxation (continued)
Judgements are required about the application of income tax legislation. These judgements and assumptions are
subject to risk and uncertainty. There is therefore a possibility that changes in circumstances will alter expectations,
which may impact the amount of current and deferred tax assets and liabilities recognised in the Statement of Financial
Position and the amount of other tax losses and temporary differences not yet recognised. In such circumstances,
some or all of the carrying amounts of recognised tax assets and liabilities may require adjustment, resulting in a
corresponding credit or charge to the Statement of Financial Performance.
2022
$M
2021
$M
Current taxation (expense)/credit
Current year (2) 33
Deferred taxation credit
Origination of temporary differences
Unused tax losses
(2)
29
192
33
(24)
114
22190
Total taxation credit recognised in earnings 219123
Reconciliation of effective tax rate
Loss before taxation (810) (415)
Taxation at 28%
Adjustments
Non-deductible expenses
Non-taxable income
Equity settlements
Reinstatement of tax depreciation on buildings
Other
227
(4)
1
-
-
(5)
116
(1)
6
(1)
3
-
Taxation credit 219123
The Group has $40 million of imputation credits as at 30 June 2022 (30 June 2021: $39 million).
Deferred taxation
Deferred tax assets and liabilities are attributable to the following:
NON-
AIRCRAFT
ASSETS
$M
AIRCRAFT
RELATED
$M
PROVISIONS
AND
ACCRUALS
$M
FINANCIAL
INSTRUMENTS
$M
PENSION
OBLIGATIONS
$M
EQUITY
SETTLEMENTS
$M
UNUSED
TA X LO S S E S
$M
TOTAL
$M
As at 1 July 2020 7 289(66) (51)(1) - (61)117
Application of IFRIC interpretation(2)------(2)
Restated as at 1 July 2020
Amounts recognised in Other
Comprehensive Income
Amounts recognised in earnings
5
-
(9)
289
-
29
(66)
-
7
(51)
31
-
(1)
2
(1)
-
-
(2)
(61)
-
(114)
115
33
(90)
As at 30 June 2021 (4) 318(59) (20) -(2)(175)58
Amounts recognised in Other
Comprehensive Income
Amounts recognised in earnings
-
(10)
-
(17)
-
(4)
-
-
(1)
-
-
2
-
(192)
(1)
(221)
As at 30 June 2022 (14)301(63)(20)(1)-(367)(164)
Deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset on the face of the Statement of Financial Position where they relate to entities within the
same taxation authority.
The Group is carrying forward $1,311 million of tax losses (30 June 2021: $625 million) that are available indefinitely for offsetting
against future taxable income. A deferred tax asset of $367 million (30 June 2021: $175 million) has been recognised in respect of
these losses as there are taxable temporary differences against which the tax losses can be offset. The Board considers it probable
that there will be sufficient future taxable profits against which the carried forward tax losses can be utilised.
14
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
FOR THE YEAR TO AND AS AT 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022
5. Earnings Per Share
Basic earnings per share is calculated by dividing the profit/(loss) attributable to shareholders of the company by the
weighted average number of ordinary shares on issue during the year, excluding shares held as treasury stock. Diluted
earnings per share assumes conversion of all dilutive potential ordinary shares in determining the denominator.
2022
$M
2021
$M
Earnings for the purpose of basic and diluted earnings per share:
Net loss attributable to shareholders(591) (292)
Weighted average number of shares (in millions of shares)
Weighted average number of Ordinary Shares for basic and diluted earnings per share 1,449 1,123
Basic and diluted earnings per share (40.8) (26.0)
6. Cash and Cash Equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents include cash on hand, demand deposits, current accounts in banks net of overdrafts and other
short-term highly liquid investments that are readily convertible to known amounts of cash and which are subject to an
insignificant risk of changes in value.
Cash flows are included in the Statement of Cash Flows net of Goods and Services Tax.
Cash and cash equivalents, as stated in the Statement of Cash Flows, are reconciled to the Bank and short-term deposits balance in
the Statement of Financial Position as follows:
2022
$M
2021
$M
Cash balances
Other short-term deposits and short-term bills
73
1,720
44
222
Total cash and cash equivalents 1,793 266
Reconciliation of Net Loss Attributable to Shareholders to Net Cash Flows from Operating Activities:
Net loss attributable to shareholders
Plus/(less) non-cash items:
Depreciation and amortisation
Loss on disposal of property, plant and equipment, intangibles and assets held for resale
Impairment expense on property, plant and equipment, right of use assets and assets held for resale
Share of earnings of associates
Movement on fuel derivatives
Foreign exchange losses/(gains) on uncovered interest-bearing liabilities and lease liabilities
Amounts transferred from the cash flow hedge reserve where the forecast transaction is no longer
expected to occur
Foreign exchange losses
Other non-cash items
(591)
668
11
30
(27)
(10)
43
13
8
13
(292)
715
12
73
(19)
(21)
(143)
18
3
6
Net working capital movements:
Assets
Revenue in advance
Liabilities
158
(52)
662
(218)
352
98
(127)
(5)
392(34)
Net cash flow from operating activities 550 318
15
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
AS AT 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
7. Trade and Other Receivables
Trade and other receivables are recognised at cost less any provision for lifetime expected credit losses. Bad debts are
written-off when they are considered to have become uncollectable.
2022
$M
2021
$M
Current
Trade and other receivables
Prepayments
313
50
192
60
363252
Non-current
Other receivables
Prepayments
-
36
39
53
3692
Expected credit loss provisions of $4 million were recognised as at 30 June 2022 (30 June 2021: $4 million).
8. Inventories
Inventories are measured at the lower of cost and net realisable value. Cost is determined using the first-in, first-out
(FIFO) cost method. Net realisable value is the estimated selling price in the ordinary course of business, less applicable
selling expenses.
2022
$M
2021
$M
Engineering expendables
Consumable stores
81
17
73
19
9892
Held at cost
Held initially at cost
Less provision for inventory obsolescence
83
73
(58)
78
74
(60)
Held at net realisable value 15 14
9892
16
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
AS AT 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022
9. Other Assets
Amounts owing from related parties
Amounts owing from related parties are recognised at cost less any provision for expected credit losses.
Contract work in progress
Contract work in progress is stated at cost plus the profit recognised to date, using the cost input method, less any
amounts invoiced to customers. Cost includes all expenses directly related to specific contracts and an allocation of direct
production overhead expenses incurred. Amounts are invoiced as work progresses in accordance with contractual terms,
either at periodic intervals or upon achievement of contractual milestones.
Interest-bearing assets
Interest-bearing assets are measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method, less any impairment.
Assets held for resale
Non-current assets are classified as held for resale if their carrying amount will be recovered through a sale transaction
rather than through continuing use. The sale must be highly probable and the asset available for immediate sale in its
present condition. Non-current assets held for resale are measured at the lower of the asset’s previous carrying amount
and its fair value less costs to sell.
Carbon credits
Carbon credit units are intangible in nature and stated at cost less accumulated impairment losses. Carbon credits are
based on a first-in, first-out cost method.
2022
$M
2021
$M
Current
Contract work in progress
Assets held for resale
Carbon credits
Other assets (including defined benefit assets)
40
13
21
4
74
48
13
2
78137
Non-current
Interest-bearing assets
Carbon credits
Other assets
360
27
5
324
11
7
392342
The carrying value of the assets held for resale reflects the lower of their previous carrying value at the date of transfer or external
market assessments of the fair value, less costs to sell. In the prior year the Group exited from service four Boeing 777-200ER
aircraft, three spare engines and other associated assets which were not expected to return to operation in the Air New Zealand
fleet. The market values were obtained from an external valuer which equated to level 2 on the fair value hierarchy. Key inputs into
the external valuations included economic factors, the age and manufacture type of the aircraft and engines and the maintenance
condition of the aircraft.
In the 2020 financial year the Group exited from service the ATR72-500 fleet following a scheduled replacement. As at 30 June 2021
five aircraft were being marketed for sale. The aircraft were disposed or parted-out during the 2022 financial year. Spares related to
exited fleets are being marketed for sale and it is expected that proceeds will be received over the next three years.
Interest-bearing assets include fixed rate Term Deposits and floating rate Certificate of Deposits that have been provided as
security over credit card obligations incurred by Air New Zealand and standby letters of credit and other financial guarantees issued
to third parties. Certain deposits are subject to offsetting under a security deed and remain in force until specifically released by
the secured party. For other deposits, a minimum notification period of twelve months is required to be given prior to the security
deposits being released. These deposits are subject to potential offsetting under master netting arrangements. In addition, the
Group holds Euro fixed rate deposits that mature between September 2030 and September 2031 held as part of aircraft financing
arrangements. Fixed interest rates in the year to 30 June 2022 were between 0.04% and 3.60% per annum (30 June 2021: 0.01% to
3.60% per annum). The fair value of interest-bearing assets as at 30 June 2022 was $373 million (30 June 2021: $361 million).
17
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
AS AT 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
10. Property, Plant and Equipment
Owned assets
Items of property, plant and equipment are stated at cost or deemed cost less accumulated depreciation and accumulated
impairment losses. Cost includes expenditure that is directly attributable to the acquisition of the item and in bringing the
asset to the location and working condition for its intended use. Cost may also include transfers from equity of any gains or
losses on qualifying cash flow hedges of foreign currency purchases of property, plant and equipment.
Where significant parts of an item of property, plant and equipment have different useful lives, they are accounted for
separately. A portion of the cost of an acquired aircraft is attributed to its service potential (reflecting the maintenance
condition of its engines) and is depreciated over the shorter of the period to the next major inspection event, overhaul, or the
remaining life of the asset. The cost of major engine overhauls for aircraft owned by the Group is capitalised and depreciated
over the period to the next expected inspection or overhaul.
Capital work in progress includes the cost of materials, services, labour and direct production overheads.
Manufacturing credits
Where the Group receives credits and other contributions from manufacturers in connection with the acquisition of certain
aircraft and engines, these are either recorded as a reduction to the cost of the related aircraft and engines, or offset against
the associated operating expense, according to the reason for which they were received.
Depreciation
Depreciation is calculated to write down the cost of assets on a straight line basis to an estimated residual value over their
economic lives as follows:
Airframes 18 years
Engines 6 – 15 years
Engine overhauls period to next overhaul
Aircraft specific plant and equipment (including simulators and spares) 10 – 25 years
Buildings 50 – 100 years
Non-aircraft specific leasehold improvements, plant, equipment, furniture and vehicles 2 - 10 years
AIRFRAMES,
ENGINES AND
SIMULATORS
$M
SPARE S
$M
PLANT AND
EQUIPMENT
$M
LAND AND
BUILDINGS
$M
CAPITAL WORK
IN PROGRESS
$M
TOTAL
$M
2022
Carrying value as at 1 July 2021
2,639 73 130 210 76 3,128
Additions
Disposals
Depreciation
Impairment reversal/(expense)
Transfers of capital work in progress
Transfers from right of use assets
193
(1)
(259)
2
22
124
26
(10)
(8)
-
-
-
1
-
(30)
-
12
-
10
-
(33)
-
10
-
48
-
-
(1)
(44)
-
278
(11)
(330)
1
-
124
Carrying value as at 30 June 2022
Represented by:
Cost
Accumulated depreciation
Provision for impairment
2,720
4,403
(1,680)
(3)
81
156
(75)
-
113
502
(389)
-
197
550
(341)
(12)
79
79
-
-
3,190
5,690
(2,485)
(15)
Carrying value as at 30 June 2022 2,720 8111319779 3,190
18
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
AS AT 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022
10. Property, Plant and Equipment (continued)
AIRFRAMES,
ENGINES AND
SIMULATORS
$M
SPARE S
$M
PLANT AND
EQUIPMENT
$M
LAND AND
BUILDINGS
$M
CAPITAL WORK
IN PROGRESS
$M
TOTAL
$M
2021
Cost
Accumulated depreciation
Provision for impairment
4,7 72
(1,661)
(287)
157
(78)
-
492
(348)
-
513
(288)
(12)
79
-
(3)
6,013
(2,375)
(302)
Carrying value as at 1 July 2020 2,8247914421376 3,336
Additions
Disposals
Depreciation
Impairment expense
Transfers of capital work in progress
Transfers to right of use assets
Transfer to assets held for resale
92
(2)
(236)
(16)
23
(20)
(26)
12
(5)
(9)
-
-
-
(4)
2
-
(33)
-
17
-
-
20
(1)
(37)
-
15
-
-
55
-
-
-
(55)
-
-
181
(8)
(315)
(16)
-
(20)
(30)
Carrying value as at 30 June 2021
Represented by:
Cost
Accumulated depreciation
Provision for impairment
2,639
3,939
(1,295)
(5)
73
143
(70)
-
130
497
(367)
-
210
531
(309)
(12)
76
76
-
-
3,128
5,186
(2,041)
(17)
Carrying value as at 30 June 2021 2,639 73130210763,128
2022
$M
2021
$M
Airframes, engines and simulators comprise:
Owned airframes, engines and simulators
Progress payments
2,490
230
2,405
234
2,720 2,639
Land and buildings comprise:
Leasehold properties
Freehold properties
185
12
196
14
197210
Certain aircraft and aircraft related assets with a carrying value of $1,665 million as at 30 June 2022 are pledged as specific security
over secured borrowings (30 June 2021: $2,166 million). In the year ended 30 June 2021 all other assets were pledged as general
security under a loan facility provided by the New Zealand Government. The security was released upon repayment and cancellation
of the facility in the year ended 30 June 2022.
Impairment
Assets are required to be carried at no more than their recoverable amount either through use or sale of the asset. Due to
uncertainty surrounding the expected recovery period of global demand as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, the Group
has undertaken impairment testing to ensure the carrying value of assets are appropriate.
Fleet
Given the severity of the Covid-19 pandemic on long-haul travel the Group grounded its Boeing 777 fleets. As at 30 June
2022 the Boeing 777-200ER fleet was not expected to return to service for Air New Zealand. In the prior financial year, the
Boeing 777-200ER fleet as well as one leased Boeing 777-300ER aircraft were not expected to return to service. At the end
of the 2022 financial year the Group commenced reactivation of the leased Boeing 777-300ER aircraft.
The Boeing 777-200ER owned aircraft, spare engines and associated assets were transferred to ‘Assets held for resale’
(within ‘Other Assets’) in the 2021 financial year and were carried at the lower of their fair value less costs to sell and
their previous carrying value. Prior to their transfer to ‘Assets held for resale’ an impairment expense of $11 million was
recognised against these assets with a further $5 million of impairment recognised against aircraft interiors on leased
aircraft. An impairment provision of $3 million was held against aircraft interiors on leased aircraft as at 30 June 2022
(30 June 2021: $5 million).
19
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
AS AT 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
10. Property, Plant and Equipment (continued)
The carrying value of all other assets (including the Boeing 777-300ER fleet) were tested for impairment as part of
the airline network cash generating unit, using a value-in-use discounted cash flow model. Cash flow projections were
developed for a 10-year period, on the basis of detailed shorter-term forecasts which incorporate recovery towards pre-
Covid-19 capacity, followed by extrapolation at a growth rate of 2.00% per annum from the 2027 financial year (30 June
2021: 1.75% per annum from the 2026 financial year).
Cash flow projections used in the discounted cash flow models reflect the Board’s and management’s current view
of network growth following the impact of the pandemic. The projections incorporated key inputs and assumptions
including the recovery of passenger demand for domestic and international travel. Following the removal of border and
travel restrictions towards the end of the 2022 financial year, and based on positive levels of customer demand observed
to date, the airline’s passenger network has been assumed to progressively ramp up in the 2023 financial year, nearing
pre-Covid levels by the 2024 financial year. Cash flow projections also included the Group’s expectations for expected
fleet usage, network operations and investment profile.
Pre-Covid-19, the Group had for five years consistently reported pre-tax ROIC which exceeded its weighted average cost
of capital, indicating, along with other factors including aircraft market values, that the Group’s cash generating unit was
not impaired prior to the pandemic.
In assessing the cash flow projections, the Board has considered a number of sensitivities. The factors driving the largest
sensitivities within the overall model were terminal values and discount rates, and within the detailed projection period
to the 2027 financial year were RASK and fuel price. Consideration has been given to historical performance and the
previous Board approved 5-year plans, particularly when assessing the reasonableness of cash flows towards the end of
the projected period and terminal year growth assumptions.
The majority of the enterprise value within the value-in-use model is derived from the terminal value as opposed to short-term
detailed cashflow projections to the 2027 financial year. Potential short-term variances in the Group’s cashflow projections,
while impacting the measurement of the recoverable amount, does not materially impact the headroom identified.
The cash flow projections are discounted using a pre-tax rate of 12.6% (30 June 2021: 10.7%) which reflected a market
estimate of the weighted average cost of capital for the Group with sensitivities performed within the range of 11.6% to
13.9% (30 June 2021: 9.5% to 11.9%). This pre-tax weighted average cost of capital equated to a post tax rate of 10.00% (30
June 2021: 8.75%).
The discounted cash flows from the cash generating unit confirmed that there was no impairment to the remaining
aircraft as, in the opinion of the directors, the recoverable value from value-in-use exceeded the book value of the aircraft,
based on the Director’s current assessment of the Group’s future operations.
Land and buildings
Air New Zealand Gas Turbines (ANZGT) provides overhaul services to aero derivative engines that are applied to energy
production and marine industries. In prior years a down turn in the market resulted in a decline in activity and profitability
of the business. Impairment provisions of $12 million were recognised against the land and building assets of the
business in previous years. During the year ended 30 June 2022 the assets were assessed for impairment based on a
value-in-use discounted cash flow valuation. Cash flow projections were sourced from the 2023 financial year plan. The
Group intends to cease operations of ANZGT from 30 June 2023. Key assumptions include exchange rates, customer
demand, market supply and terminal values. These assumptions have been based on historical data and current market
information. The cash flow projections are particularly sensitive to fluctuations in exchange rates and economic demand.
The cash flow projections are discounted using a 10% discount rate (30 June 2021: 9%). Discounted cashflow valuation
supported the carrying value of the assets.
Residual values and useful lives
Estimates and judgements are applied by management to determine the expected useful life of aircraft related assets.
The useful lives are determined based on the expected service potential of the asset and lease term. The residual value,
at the expected date of disposal, is estimated by reference to external projected values and are influenced by external
changes to economic conditions, demand, competition and new technology. Residual values are denominated in United
States dollars and are therefore sensitive to exchange fluctuations as well as movements in projected values. Residual
values and useful lives are reviewed each year to ensure they remain appropriate. During the year ended 30 June 2022
the residual values of the aircraft were reassessed and depreciation expense was decreased by $6 million (30 June 2021:
increased by $9 million).
20
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
AS AT 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022
11. Right of Use Assets
Right of use assets are initially measured at cost, which comprises the initial amount of the lease liability, adjusted for any
lease payments made at or before the commencement date, plus any initial direct costs incurred, less any lease incentives
received and an estimate of costs to dismantle and remove the underlying asset or to restore the underlying asset or the site
on which it is located.
The right of use asset is subsequently depreciated using the straight-line method from the commencement date to the end
of the lease term, unless the lease transfers ownership of the underlying asset to the Group by the end of the lease term
or the cost of the right of use asset reflects that the Group is likely to exercise a purchase option. In that case, the right of
use asset will be depreciated over the useful life of the underlying asset, which is determined on the same basis as those of
property, plant and equipment. In addition, the right of use asset is periodically reduced by impairment losses, if any, and
adjusted for certain remeasurements of the lease liability.
AIRFRAME
AND ENGINES
WITH
PURCHASE
OPTION*
$M
AIRFRAME
AND ENGINES
WITH NO
PURCHASE
OPTION
$M
LAND AND
BUILDINGS
$M
TOTAL
$M
2022
Carrying value as at 1 July 2021
Additions
Disposals
Depreciation
Impairment reversal
Transfers to property, plant and equipment
1,284
-
-
(137)
-
(124)
437
5
-
(105)
15
-
268
25
(2)
(49)
-
-
1,989
30
(2)
(291)
15
(124)
Carrying value as at 30 June 2022
Represented by:
Cost
Accumulated depreciation
Provision for impairment
1,023
2,000
(977)
-
352
806
(387)
(67)
242
382
(140)
-
1,617
3,188
(1,504)
(67)
Carrying value as at 30 June 2022 1,023 352 2421,617
2021
Cost
Accumulated depreciation
Provision for impairment
2,263
(838)
-
843
(170)
(48)
356
(49)
-
3,462
(1,057)
(48)
Carrying value as at 1 July 2020
Additions
Disposals
Depreciation
Impairment expense
Transfers from property, plant and equipment
1,425
7
-
(168)
-
20
625
30
(42)
(134)
(42)
-
307
15
(4)
(50)
-
-
2,357
52
(46)
(352)
(42)
20
Carrying value as at 30 June 2021
Represented by:
Cost
Accumulated depreciation
Provision for impairment
1,284
2,283
(999)
-
437
821
(295)
(89)
268
361
(93)
-
1,989
3,465
(1,387)
(89)
Carrying value as at 30 June 2021 1,284 437268 1,989
* Airframes and engines where a purchase option is assessed as reasonably certain to be exercised.
Certain aircraft and aircraft related assets with a carrying value of $990 million as at 30 June 2022 (30 June 2021: $1,243 million) are
pledged as security over lease liabilities.
Impairment
As detailed in Note 10, the severity of the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic resulted in the grounding of the Boeing 777-
200ER fleet and one Boeing 777-300ER aircraft. In the prior year, five of these aircraft were leased aircraft which were put
into long-term storage for an indefinite period of time. During the 2022 financial year one aircraft was returned to the lessor
and another, a Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, commenced a reactivation programme to return to service. As it is unlikely that the
remaining three aircraft will be required for use prior to the lease return date the right of use assets have been fully impaired,
with a provision for impairment of $67 million remaining as at balance date (30 June 2021: $89 million). An impairment
provision reversal of $15 million was recognised as at 30 June 2022 for the Boeing 777-300ER aircraft which returned to
service in August 2022. An impairment expense of $42 million was recognised in the Statement of Financial Performance in
relation to these assets in the 2021 financial year.
21
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
AS AT 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
11. Right of Use Assets (continued)
All other right of use assets (including Boeing 777-300ER aircraft) were assessed for impairment as part of the wider airline
network cash generating unit. The discounted cash flow model confirmed that there was no impairment to the remaining
right of use assets as, in the opinion of the directors, the recoverable value from continued use of the aircraft as part of a
network exceeded the carrying value of the right of use assets, based on the directors’ current assessment of the Group’s
future trading prospects.
Residual values and useful lives
Estimates and judgements are applied by management to determine the expected useful life of aircraft related assets. The
useful lives are determined based on the expected service potential of the asset and lease term. The residual value, at the
expected date of disposal, is estimated by reference to external projected values and are influenced by external changes to
economic conditions, demand, competition and new technology. Residual values are denominated in United States dollars
and are therefore sensitive to exchange fluctuations as well as movements in projected values. Residual values and useful
lives are reviewed each year to ensure they remain appropriate. During the year ended 30 June 2022 the residual values of
the aircraft were reassessed and depreciation expense was decreased by $7 million (30 June 2021: increased by $7 million).
12. Intangible Assets
Computer software acquired, which is not an integral part of a related hardware item, is recognised as an intangible asset.
The costs incurred internally in developing computer software are also recognised as intangible assets where the Group
has a legal right to use the software and the ability to obtain future economic benefits from that software. Acquired software
licences are capitalised on the basis of the costs incurred to acquire and bring to use the specific software. Cloud based
software as a service arrangements are recognised as an asset where the Group has the right to use and the ability to
control and obtain future economic benefits. These assets have a finite life and are amortised on a straight-line basis over
their estimated useful lives of two to ten years.
INTERNALLY
DEVELOPED
SOFTWARE
$M
EXTERNALLY
PURCHASED
SOFTWARE
$M
CAPITAL
WORK IN
PROGRESS
$M
OTHER
$M
TOTAL
$M
2022
Restated carrying value as at 1 July 2021
136 2
30
1
169
Additions
Disposals
Amortisation
Impairment expense
Transfers of capital work in progress
-
(1)
(46)
-
29
-
-
(1)
-
-
50
-
-
(24)
(29)
-
-
-
-
-
50
(1)
(47)
(24)
-
Carrying value as at 30 June 2022
Represented by:
Cost
Accumulated depreciation
118
524
(406)
1
151
(150)
27
27
-
1
1
-
147
703
(556)
Carrying value as at 30 June 2022 118 1271147
2021
Cost
Accumulated depreciation
476
(323)
154
(151)
29
-
1
-
660
(474)
Carrying value as at 1 July 2020
Restatement for IFRIC agenda decision (refer note 27):
Cost
Accumulated depreciation
153
(7)
3
3 29
(2)
-
1
-
-
186
(9)
3
Restated carrying value as at 1 July 2020
Additions
Disposals
Amortisation
Transfers of capital work in progress
149
-
(1)
(47 )
35
3
-
-
(1)
-
27
38
-
-
(35)
1
-
-
-
-
180
38
(1)
(48)
-
Restated carrying value as at 30 June 2021
Represented by:
Cost
Accumulated depreciation
136
502
(366)
2
153
(151)
30
30
-
1
1
-
169
686
(517)
Restated carrying value as at 30 June 2021 136 2301169
22
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
FOR THE YEAR TO AND AS AT 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022
13. Investments in Other Entities
2022
$M
2021
$M
Investments in associates
Investments in other entities
158
6
137
1
164138
Subsidiaries
Significant subsidiaries comprise:
NAME PRINCIPAL ACTIVITY COUNTRY OF INCORPORATION
Air Nelson Limited Aviation services New Zealand
Air New Zealand Aircraft Holdings Limited Aircraft leasing and financing New Zealand
Air New Zealand Associated Companies Limited Investment New Zealand
Air New Zealand Regional Maintenance Limited Engineering services New Zealand
Mount Cook Airline Limited Aviation services New Zealand
TEAL Insurance Limited Captive insurer New Zealand
All subsidiary entities above have a balance date of 30 June and are 100% owned.
Associates and Joint Ventures
Significant associates and joint ventures comprise:
NAME RELATIONSHIP % OWNED PRINCIPAL ACTIVITY COUNTRY OF BALANCE DATE
INCORPORATION
Christchurch Engine Centre (CEC) Associate 49 Engineering services New Zealand 31 December
Drylandcarbon One Limited Partnership* Associate 21 Carbon credit generation New Zealand 30 June
* The Group committed to investing capital of up to $25 million in Drylandcarbon One Limited Partnership. As at 30 June 2022
$25 million had been invested (30 June 2021: $13 million).
Investments in associates and joint ventures are accounted for using the equity method and are measured in the
Statement of Financial Position at cost plus post-acquisition changes in the Group’s share of net assets, less dividends.
Goodwill relating to associates and joint ventures is included in the carrying amount of the investment.
If the carrying amount of the equity accounted investment exceeds its recoverable amount, it is written down to the latter.
When the Group’s share of accumulated losses in an associate or joint venture equals or exceeds its carrying value, the
Group does not recognise further losses, unless it has incurred obligations or made payments on behalf of the associate
or joint venture.
Summary financial information of associates
CEC
2022
$M
DRYLAND
2022
$M
TOTAL
2022
$M
CEC
2021
$M
DRYLAND
2021
$M
TOTAL
2021
$M
Assets and liabilities of associates are as follows:
Current assets
Non-current assets
Current liabilities
Non-current liabilities
3 74
54
(127)
(27)
23
105
(13)
-
397
159
(140)
(27)
306
48
(75)
(25)
13
49
(2)
-
319
97
(77)
(25)
Net identifiable assets27411538925460314
Group share of net identifiable assets1342415812512137
Carrying value of investment in associates1342415812512137
Results of associates
Revenue
Earnings after taxation
877
56
3
(1)
880
55
611
40
-
(2)
611
38
Total comprehensive income56(1)5540(2)38
Group share of net earnings after taxation27 -27 19 - 19
Group share of total comprehensive income27-2719-19
23
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
AS AT 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
14. Revenue in Advance
Transportation sales in advance (including held in credit balances) includes consideration received in respect of
passenger and cargo sales for which the actual carriage has not yet been performed. It also includes amounts due for
sectors operated by other carriers for which the Group collects consideration from the customer and makes payments to
the other carrier based on industry agreements at the time the carriage is performed.
Loyalty programme revenue in advance includes revenues associated with both the award of Airpoints Dollars to Airpoints
members as part of the initial sales transaction and with sales of Airpoints Dollars to third parties, net of estimated expiry
(non-redeemed Airpoints Dollars), in respect of which the Airpoints member has not yet redeemed their points.
Other revenue in advance includes membership subscriptions and contract related services revenue which relate to
future periods.
Transportation sales in advance
As a result of the impact that Covid-19 has had on international border closures and domestic travel restrictions the
Group’s airline operating schedule was severely impacted resulting in a significant number of flight reschedules and
cancellations. Passenger ticket sales which are no longer assigned to a specific scheduled service are held in credit and
are available to be assigned to a specific flight. The carriage will be performed within 12 months of assignment. Estimates
have been applied to the expected availment profile of the credits in determining the term allocation of the liability. Key
judgements included assumptions around recovery of passenger demand, forecasted operating capacity and revenue
per available seat kilometre. Following the New Zealand Government making a series of announcements on the relaxation
of travel restrictions into New Zealand which commenced from April and May 2022 the Group experienced increased
bookings for international travel resulting in an increase in Transportation sales in advance as at 30 June 2022.
Loyalty Programme
As a result of the impact of Covid-19 on redemption opportunities judgements have been required as to the expected
utilisation period. Key assumptions have included forecasted operating capacity and changes in customer behaviour
(including the mix of air and non-air redemptions). For the year ended 30 June 2022 it is expected that loyalty balances will
be redeemed within two years (30 June 2021: two to three years).
2022
$M
2021
$M
Current
Transportation sales in advance
Loyalty programme
Other
1,422
194
19
494
175
20
1,635 689
Non-current
Transportation sales in advance
Loyalty programme
Other
21
195
3
279
221
3
219503
24
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
AS AT 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022
15. Interest-Bearing Liabilities
Borrowings, medium term notes and bonds are initially recognised at fair value, net of transaction costs incurred. They are
subsequently stated at amortised cost using the effective interest rate method, where appropriate.
Borrowings, medium term notes and bonds are classified as current liabilities unless the Group has an unconditional right
to defer settlement of the liability for more than 12 months after the balance date.
2022
$M
2021
$M
Current
Secured borrowings
Secured borrowings – New Zealand Government
Unsecured bonds
198
-
50
174
350
-
248 524
Non-current
Secured borrowings
Australian medium term notes
Unsecured bonds
987
608
-
973
-
50
1,595 1,023
Interest rates basis:
Fixed rate
Floating rate
732
1,111
144
1,403
At amortised cost 1,843 1,547
At fair value1,852 1,534
Non-cash movements in interest-bearing liabilities during the year ended 30 June 2022 included foreign exchange losses of
$49 million (30 June 2021: gains of $118 million).
The fair value of interest-bearing liabilities for disclosure purposes is calculated based on the present value of future principal and
interest cash flows, discounted at the market rate of interest for similar liabilities at reporting date.
Secured borrowings with third parties are secured over aircraft and are subject to both fixed and floating interest rates. Fixed interest
rates were 1.0% per annum (30 June 2021: 1.0% per annum).
Secured borrowings with the New Zealand Government (CSF1 Loan Facility) were secured against specific aircraft assets and a
general security interest held against other assets of the Group. The facility was subject to interest rates between 3.8% to 4.9% per
annum (30 June 2021: 3.8% to 7.3% per annum). In May 2022 upon completion of a Rights Offer the CSF1 Loan Facility was fully repaid
and cancelled (refer Note 26). A new unsecured committed revolving standby facility (CSF2 loan Facility) was entered into with the
Crown on 30 March 2022. Under the arrangement the Group has the ability to draw down up to $400 million for a period through to
30 January 2026.
On 25 May 2022 the Group issued AUD$550 million of unsecured, unsubordinated Australian medium term notes in two tranches.
The first tranche, of AUD$300 million, was a 4-year fixed rate note maturing on 25 May 2026 with a fixed coupon of 5.7% per annum
payable semi-annually. The second tranche, of AUD$250 million, was a 7-year fixed rate bonds maturing on 25 May 2029 with a fixed
coupon of 6.5% per annum payable semi-annually.
The unsecured, unsubordinated fixed rate bonds have a maturity date of 28 October 2022 and an interest rate of 4.25% per annum
payable semi-annually.
25
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
AS AT 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
16. Lease Liabilities
At inception of the contract, the Group assesses whether a contract is, or contains, a lease. A contract is, or contains,
a lease if the contract conveys the right to control the use of an identified asset for a period of time in exchange for
consideration. Control is conveyed where the Group has both the right to direct the use of the identified asset and to
obtain substantially all of the economic benefits from the use of the asset throughout the term.
The Group recognises a right of use asset and a lease liability at the lease commencement date. Details regarding right of
use assets are set out in Note 11.
At commencement or on modification of a contract that contains a lease component, the Group allocates the
consideration in the contract to each lease component on the basis of its relative standalone prices.
The lease liability is initially measured at the present value of the lease payments that are not paid at the commencement
date, discounted using the interest rate implicit in the lease or, if that rate cannot be readily determined, the Group’s
incremental borrowing rate. Generally, the Group uses the incremental borrowing rate as the discount rate.
Lease payments included in the measurement of the lease liability comprise the following:
- fixed payments, including in-substance fixed payments;
- variable lease payments that depend on an index or a rate, initially measured using the index or rates as at the
commencement date; and
- the exercise price under a purchase option that the Group is reasonably certain to exercise, lease payments in an
optional renewal period if the Group is reasonably certain to exercise an extension option, and penalties for early
termination of a lease unless the Group is reasonably certain not to terminate early.
The lease liability is measured at amortised cost using the effective interest rate method. The liability is remeasured
when there is a change in future lease payments arising from a change in an index or a rate and if the Group revises its
assessment as to whether it will exercise a purchase, extension or termination option. A corresponding adjustment is
made to the carrying amount of the right of use asset, or is recognised in the Statement of Financial Performance if the
carrying amount of the right of use asset has been reduced to zero.
Leases are classified as current liabilities unless the Group has an unconditional right to defer settlement of the liability
for more than 12 months after the balance date.
The Group adopted the requirements of Covid-19-Related Rent Concessions with effect from 1 July 2019 which allows lessees
not to assess whether particular Covid-related rent concessions are lease modifications. During the year, amounts of $1
million (30 June 2021: $3 million) were recognised within ‘Other revenue’ with respect to Covid-19 related rent concessions.
Short-term leases
The Group has elected not to recognise right of use assets and lease liabilities for short-term leases. The Group
recognises the lease payments associated with the leases as an expense (recognised within Other expenses in the
Statement of Financial Performance) on a straight-line basis over the lease term.
Variable lease payments not included in the measurement of the lease liability
Variable lease payments which do not depend on an index or a rate are excluded from the measurement of the lease
liability and recognised as an expense in the period in which the event or condition that triggers those payments occurs.
These typically arise from the Group’s property leases where utilities and other outgoings are calculated based on usage.
Sale and leaseback arrangements
Where the transfer of an asset meets the conditions for a sale, the right of use asset arising from the leaseback is
measured at the proportion of the previous carrying amount that relates to the right of use retained by the Group. The
Group only recognises the proportion of any gain or loss that relates to the rights transferred to the buyer-lessor. Any
below market terms are accounted for as a prepayment of lease payments and any above market terms are accounted for
as additional financing provided by the buyer-lessor.
Leasing activities
The Group leases mainly aircraft, spare engines, airport lounges, offices and hangars, other office buildings and storage space.
Aircraft leases are typically for 12 to 14 years with a series of early termination options. Rent is either fixed or reset periodically based
on an index or rate. Property leases are typically 3 to 5 years, with a number of renewal options, together with a small number of longer
term strategic leases. Rent may increase on the basis of annual fixed percentage increases, CPI movements, rent negotiations or
market reviews. Extension and termination options are used to maximise operational flexibility.
Determination of lease term
The lease term is the non-cancellable period of a lease, together with periods covered by an option (available to the
lessee only) to extend or terminate the lease if the lessee is reasonably certain to exercise/not to exercise that option. In
determining the lease term, the Group considers all facts and circumstances that create an economic incentive to exercise/
not exercise an option. This may include the existence of large penalties for early termination, the incurrence of significant
maintenance costs in meeting early return obligations or consideration as to whether leasehold improvements still carry
significant value. Such assessment is reviewed if a significant event or change in circumstances occurs which affects
this assessment and is within the control of the Group. Certain property leases, for which there is no readily identifiable
alternative property available, include an additional renewal period where one is available under the lease contract.
Determination of incremental borrowing rate
The Group determines the incremental borrowing rate by obtaining interest rates from various external financing
sources and makes certain adjustments to reflect the term and currency of the lease and the type of asset being leased.
26
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
AS AT 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022
16. Lease Liabilities (continued)
Sale and leasebacks
During the 2020 financial year, four owned Airbus A320 aircraft were sold and leased back. Lease terms under this arrangement
ranged from 15 to 26 months at fair market rentals with a weighted average discount rate of 2.4%. Cash outflows during the year as
a result of this transaction were $4 million (30 June 2021: $10 million).
Such transactions are considered on an aircraft by aircraft basis as fleets near exit. This transaction was in preparation for the exit of
the aircraft and provided certainty to the Group of the residual proceeds. No such transactions were entered into in the current year.
Movements in lease liabilities during the year, are presented below.
AIRFRAME
AND ENGINE
LEASES WITH
PURCHASE
OPTION*
$M
AIRFRAME
AND ENGINE
LEASES WITH
NO PURCHASE
OPTION
$M
BUILDING
LEASES WITH
NO PURCHASE
PURCHASE
OPTION
$M
TOTAL
$M
2022
Carrying value as at 1 July 2021
Additions
Interest cost
Capitalised interest
Repayments**
Terminations
Foreign currency movements
989
-
-
7
(138)
-
11
491
4
9
-
(153)
-
48
281
21
10
-
(55)
(2)
2
1,761
25
19
7
(346)
(2)
61
Carrying value as at 30 June 2022
Represented by:
Current
Non-current
869
169
700
399
131
268
257
42
215
1,525
342
1,183
Carrying value as at 30 June 20228693992571,525
2021
Carrying value as at 1 July 2020
Additions
Interest cost
Capitalised interest
Repayments**
Terminations
Foreign currency movements
1,223
-
-
7
(146)
-
(95)
694
29
12
-
(150)
(36)
(58)
321
13
11
-
(58)
(4)
(2)
2,238
42
23
7
(354)
(40)
(155)
Carrying value as at 30 June 2021
Represented by:
Current
Non-current
989
205
784
491
138
353
281
40
241
1,761
383
1,378
Carrying value as at 30 June 2021989 491 281 1,761
2022
$M
2021
$M
Interest rates basis:
Fixed rate
Floating rate
1,013
512
1,161
600
At amortised cost1,5251,761
* Airframes and engines where a purchase option is assessed as reasonably certain to be exercised.
** The principal amount of $327 million (30 June 2021: $331 million) is presented in the Statement of Cash Flows within ‘Financing
Activities’, and interest payments of $19 million (30 June 2021: $23 million) are presented in ‘Operating Activities’.
Lease liabilities with purchase options which are reasonably certain of being exercised are secured over aircraft and are subject
to both fixed and floating interest rates. Fixed interest rates ranged from 0.5% to 3.6% per annum (30 June 2021: 0.5% to 3.6%
per annum). The weighted average discount rates used for leases which have no purchase option, or one which is not likely to be
exercised, is 2.9% per annum (30 June 2021: 2.8% per annum).
2022
$M
2021
$M
Amounts recognised in earnings (within ‘Other expenses’)
Expenses relating to short-term leases
Expenses relating to variable lease payments, not included in the measurement of lease liabilities
4
3
3
4
77
27
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
AS AT 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
17. Redeemable Shares
Redeemable shares are initially recognised at fair value, net of transaction costs incurred. They are subsequently stated at
amortised cost using the effective interest rate method, where appropriate.
2022
$M
2021
$M
Non-current:
Redeemable shares 200 -
At amortised cost200-
At fair value 217-
Redeemable Shares issued to the New Zealand Government in the second half of the year ended 30 June 2022 are redeemable at the
option of the Company, in part or in full, at any time with 20 days’ written notice with an unconditional right to defer redemption until
the scheduled redemption date of 14 December 2046. Dividends are payable quarterly in arrears and accrued at the rate of 5.2% per
annum. The Company may elect to defer the payment of dividends, in which case they accrue on a cumulative compound basis to the
next payment date. Further details are provided in Note 26.
18. Provisions
A provision is recognised when the Group has a present legal or constructive obligation as a result of a past event,
it is probable that an outflow of economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation, and the provision can be
reliably measured.
AIRCRAFT
LEASE
RETURN COSTS
$M
RESTRUCTURING
$M
OTHER
$M
TOTAL
$M
Balance as at 1 July 2021
Amount provided
Amount utilised and released
Foreign exchange movement
275
28
(64)
27
15
4
(11)
-
9
6
(2)
-
299
38
(77)
27
Balance as at 30 June 2022 266 813287
Represented by:
Current
Non-current
160
106
7
1
2
11
169
118
Balance as at 30 June 2022 266 813287
Nature and purpose of provisions
Aircraft lease return costs
Where a commitment exists to maintain aircraft held under lease arrangements, a provision is made during the lease term
for the lease return obligations specified within those lease agreements. The provision is calculated taking into account
a number of variables and assumptions including the number of future hours or cycles expected to be operated, the
expected cost of maintenance and the lifespan of limited life parts. It is based upon historical experience, manufacturers’
advice and, where appropriate, contractual obligations in determining the present value of the estimated future costs
of major airframe inspections and engine overhauls by making appropriate charges to the Statement of Financial
Performance, calculated by reference to the number of hours or cycles operated during the year. The provision is expected
to be utilised at the next inspection or overhaul.
Restructuring
Restructuring provisions are recognised when the Group is demonstrably committed, without realistic possibility of
withdrawal, to a formal detailed plan to terminate employment before the normal retirement date. Costs relating to
ongoing activities are not provided for.
Other
Other provisions include insurance provisions and make good provisions. Insurance provisions are expected to be utilised
within 12 months and are based on historical claim experience. Make good provisions are based on cost estimates
provided by third-party suppliers and are expected to be utilised within three years (30 June 2021: two years).
28
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
AS AT 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022
19. Other Liabilities
Employee entitlements
Liabilities in respect of employee entitlements are recognised in exchange for services rendered during the accounting
period, but which have not yet been compensated as at reporting date. These include annual leave, long service leave,
retirement leave and accrued compensation.
Defined benefit pension
Air New Zealand’s net obligation in respect of defined benefit pension plans is calculated by an independent actuary, by
estimating the amount of future benefit that employees have earned in the current and prior periods, discounting that
amount and deducting the fair value of the plan’s assets. The discount rate reflects the yield on government bonds that
have maturity dates approximating the terms of Air New Zealand’s obligations.
When the calculation results in an asset, the value of the asset is limited to the present value of economic benefits
available in the form of any future refunds from the plan or reductions in future contributions from the plan.
2022
$M
2021
$M
Current
Employee entitlements
Amounts owing to associates
Other liabilities (including defined benefit liabilities)
206
-
9
153
1
10
215 164
Non-current
Employee entitlements
Other liabilities
14
14
13
17
28 30
The Group operates one defined benefit plan for qualifying employees in New Zealand and in the prior year operated one scheme for
overseas employees. The New Zealand plan is closed to new members and the overseas plan was closed on 1 July 2021 with the scheme
assets transferred to a defined contribution scheme. Defined benefit plans provide a benefit on retirement or resignation based upon the
employee’s length of membership and final average salary. Each year an actuarial calculation is undertaken using the Projected Unit Credit
Method to calculate the present value of the defined benefit obligation and the related current service cost. A net liability was recognised
within ‘Other liabilities’ of $3 million (30 June 2021: net asset of $1 million recognised within ‘Other assets’). The current service cost
recognised through earnings was $1 million (30 June 2021: $1 million).
29
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
AS AT 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
20. Share Capital
Ordinary shares are classified as equity. Incremental costs directly attributable to the issue of new shares or rights are
shown in equity as a deduction, net of taxation, from the proceeds.
When shares are acquired by a member of the Group, the amount of consideration paid is recognised directly in equity.
Acquired shares are classified as treasury stock and presented as a deduction from share capital. When treasury stock is
subsequently sold or reissued pursuant to equity compensation plans, the cost of treasury stock is reversed and the realised
gain or loss on sale or reissue, net of any directly attributable incremental transaction costs, is recognised within Share Capital.
Where the Group funds the on-market purchase of shares to settle obligations under staff share awards or long-term
incentive plans the total cost of the purchase (including transaction costs) is deducted from Share Capital.
2022
$M
2021
$M
Share Capital comprises:
Authorised, issued and fully paid in capital
Equity-settled share-based payments (net of taxation)
3,349
24
2,197
16
3,373 2,213
Balance at the beginning of the year
Shares issued (net of transaction costs)
Equity settlements of staff share award obligations*
Equity-settled share-based payments
2,213
1,156
(4)
8
2,209
-
-
4
Balance at the end of the year 3,373 2,213
* During the year ended 30 June 2022 the Group funded the purchase on-market of 2,279,412 shares (30 June 2021: Nil). The shares
were used to settle obligations under a staff share award.
Number of Ordinary Shares authorised, fully paid and on issue
Balance at the beginning of the year
Shares issued
2022
1,122,844,227
2,245,620,088
2021
1,122,844,227
-
Balance at the end of the year** 3,368,464,315 1,122,844,227
** Includes treasury stock of 34,183 shares (30 June 2021: 34,183 shares).
Ordinary Shares
On 6 April 2022 the Group launched a $1.2 billion pro rata renounceable rights offer to eligible shareholders at a ratio of 2 for 1. The offer
price on the new shares was NZD$0.53 and AUD$0.49. The new Ordinary Shares were alloted on 9 May 2022. Transaction costs of $36
million were recognised against the share issue.
Restrictions on dividend declarations on Ordinary Shares
The Group is restricted from paying dividends on its Ordinary Shares if at any time there are any amounts drawn under a New Zealand
Government unsecured committed revolving standby facility (CSF2 Loan Facility) or while a dividend on Redeemable Shares has
been deferred. As at 30 June 2022, the Group has not drawn any amounts under the CSF2 Loan Facility or deferred any dividends on
Redeemable Shares.
Kiwi Share
One fully paid special rights convertible share (the Kiwi Share) is held by the Crown. While the Kiwi Share does not carry any general Voting
Rights, the consent of the Crown as holder is required for certain prescribed actions of the Company as specified in the Constitution.
Non-New Zealand nationals are restricted from holding or having an interest in 10% or more of voting shares unless the prior written
consent of the Kiwi Shareholder is obtained. In addition, any person that owns or operates an airline business is restricted from holding any
shares in the Company without the Kiwi Shareholder’s prior written consent.
Voting rights
On a show of hands or by a vote of voices, each holder of Ordinary Shares has one vote. On a poll, each holder of Ordinary Shares has one
vote for each fully paid share. All Ordinary Shares carry equal rights to dividends and equal distribution rights on wind up.
Application of treasury stock method
Share repurchase
The Group utilises treasury stock acquired under a buy-back programme to fulfil obligations under employee share-based compensation
plans. No treasury stock was utilised in the 2022 financial year (30 June 2021: Nil). Total treasury stock held as at 30 June 2022 is 34,090
shares (30 June 2021: 34,090 shares).
Staff Share Scheme
Unallocated shares of the Air New Zealand Staff Share Schemes are accounted for under the Treasury Stock method, and deducted from
Ordinary Share capital on consolidation. The number of unallocated shares as at 30 June 2022 was 93 (30 June 2021: 93).
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
AS AT 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022
20. Share Capital (continued)
Share-Based Payments
The fair value (at grant date) of share rights granted to employees is recognised as an expense, within the Statement of
Financial Performance, over the vesting period of the rights, with a corresponding entry to ‘Share Capital’. The amount
recognised as an expense is adjusted at each reporting date to reflect the extent to which the vesting period has expired and
management’s best estimate of the number of rights that will ultimately vest.
Total expenses recognised in the year ended 30 June 2022 in respect of equity-settled share-based payment transactions related to
performance share rights was $3 million (30 June 2021: $4 million). An additional $5 million of expense was recognised in relation to a
‘Thank You’ staff share award and an Exceptional Contributor incentive scheme in the 2022 financial year (30 June 2021: Nil)
Performance share rights
Performance share rights have been offered to a number of senior executives on attainment of predetermined performance objectives.
PERFORMANCE
SHARE
RIGHTS
2022
PERFORMANCE
SHARE
RIGHTS
2021
Number outstanding
Outstanding at beginning of the year
Granted during year
Forfeited during year
11 , 9 7 7,6 16
5,276,405
(4,832,103)
9,898,958
5,839,208
(3,760,550)
Outstanding at the end of the year 12,421,918 11 , 9 7 7,6 16
Fair value of rights granted in year ($M)
Unamortised grant date fair value ($M)
5.0
5.2
4.9
5.7
The People Remuneration and Diversity Committee of the Board will adjust share-based arrangement terms, if necessary, to ensure that
the impact of share issues, share offers or share structure changes is value neutral as between participants and shareholders.
Key inputs and assumptions
The general principles underlying the Black Scholes and Marrabe pricing models have been used to value these rights and options using
a Monte Carlo simulation approach. The key inputs for rights and options granted in the relevant year were as follows:
Performance share rights
WEIGHTED
AVER AG E
SHARE PRICE
(CENTS)
EXPECTED
VOLATILITY OF
SHARE PRICE
(%)
EXPECTED
VOLATILITY OF
PERFORMANCE
BENCHMARK
INDEX
(%)
CORRELATION
OF VOLATILITY
INDICES
CONTRACTUAL
LIFE
(YEARS)
RISK FREE
R AT E
(%)
EXPECTED
DIVIDEND
YIELD
(%)
202215537160.593.51.340.0
202113540160.553.50.310.0
202028023120.343.50.847.7
201931925110.513.51.706.6
201834830130.533.52.025.8
The Group has undertaken a stock settled share rights scheme. Performance share rights for a specified value are granted at no cost to
the holder. For each performance share right that vests, one share will be issued. The number granted is determined by an independent
valuation of the fair value at the date of issue. Vesting of performance share rights is subject to the holder remaining an employee and
vesting conditions relating to the Air New Zealand share price being achieved. If vesting is not achieved on the third anniversary of the
issue date, 50% of performance rights will lapse. For the remaining 50%, there will be a further 6 month opportunity for the performance
rights to vest. If they have not vested at the end of this period they will lapse.
In order to vest, the Air New Zealand share price adjusted for distributions made over the period must outperform a comparison index
over a period of three years (or up to a maximum of three and a half years) after the issue date. The index is made up of 50:50 of the NZX
All Gross Index and the Bloomberg World Airline Total Return Index (adjusted for dividends).
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
AS AT 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
21. Reserves
The Group’s reserves, together with the equity accounted share of associates’ reserves as at the reporting date, are set out below:
2022
$M
2021
$M
Cash flow hedge reserve
Costs of hedging reserve
(38)
(4)
(49)
-
Hedge reserves
Foreign currency translation reserve
General reserves
(42)
(10)
(1,644)
(49)
(17)
(1,049)
Total Reserves(1,696) (1,115)
The nature and purpose of reserves is set out below:
HEDGE RESERVES
Cash flow hedge reserve
The cash flow hedge reserve contains the effective portion of the cumulative net change in the fair value of cash flow hedging instruments
related to hedged transactions that have not yet occurred.
Costs of hedging reserve
The costs of hedging reserve contains the cumulative net change in both the fair value of time value on fuel options and currency basis
on cross currency interest rate swaps which are excluded from hedge designations.
Foreign currency translation reserve
The foreign currency translation reserve contains foreign exchange differences arising on consolidation of foreign operations together
with the translation of foreign currency borrowings designated as a hedge of net investments in those foreign operations.
General reserves
General reserves include the retained deficit net of dividends recognised, remeasurements in respect of the net defined benefit assets
or liabilities and the Group’s share of equity accounted associates’ reserves.
22. Commitments
Capital commitments shown are for those asset purchases authorised and contracted for as at reporting date but not
provided for in the financial statements, converted at the year end exchange rate. Where lease arrangements have not yet
commenced, lease commitments are disclosed below.
2022
$M
2021
$M
Capital commitments:
Aircraft and engines
Other property, plant and equipment and intangible assets
2,815
18
2,568
21
2,833 2,589
In August 2021 the Group deferred one Boeing 787 aircraft from the 2024 financial year to the 2026 financial year, and in September
2021 deferred two A321 NEO aircraft from August 2023 and September 2023 to the third quarter of the 2026 calendar year. Three
A321 NEO aircraft due to arrive from the end of the 2022 financial year have been delayed resulting in an aircraft delivery moving from
the 2022 to the 2023 financial year.
Capital commitments as at reporting date include eight Boeing 787 aircraft (contractual delivery from 2024 to 2028 financial years)
and seven Airbus A321 NEOs (delivery from 2023 to 2027 financial years).
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
AS AT 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022
23. Contingent Liabilities
Contingent liabilities are subject to uncertainty or cannot be reliably measured and are not provided for. Disclosures
as to the nature of any contingent liabilities are set out below. Judgements and estimates are applied to determine the
probability that an outflow of resources will be required to settle an obligation. These are made based on a review of the
facts and circumstances surrounding the event and advice from both internal and external parties.
2022
$M
2021
$M
Letters of credit2022
All significant legal disputes involving probable loss that can be reliably estimated have been provided for in the financial statements.
There are no other significant contingent liability claims outstanding at balance date.
The Group has a partnership agreement with Pratt and Whitney in relation to the Christchurch Engine Centre (CEC) (Note 13). By the
nature of the agreement, joint and several liability exists between the two parties. Total liabilities of the CEC are $154 million (30 June
2021: $100 million).
24. Financial Risk Management
The Group is subject to credit, foreign currency, interest rate and fuel price risks. These risks are managed with various financial
instruments, using a set of policies approved by the Board of Directors. Compliance with these policies is reviewed and reported
monthly to the Board and is included as part of the internal audit programme. Group policy is not to enter, issue or hold financial
instruments for speculative purposes.
CREDIT RISK
Credit risk is the potential loss from a transaction in the event of default by a counterparty during the term of the transaction or on
settlement of the transaction. The Group incurs credit risk in respect of trade receivable transactions and other financial instruments in
the normal course of business. The maximum exposure to credit risk is represented by the carrying value of financial assets.
The Group places cash, short-term deposits and derivative financial instruments with good credit quality counterparties, having a
minimum Standard and Poors’ credit rating of A- or minimum Moodys’ credit rating of A3. Limits are placed on the exposure to any one
financial institution.
Credit evaluations are performed on all customers requiring direct credit. The Group is not exposed to any concentrations of credit
risk within receivables, other assets and derivatives. This remains unchanged despite the current economic environment. The Group
does not require collateral or other security to support financial instruments with credit risk. A significant proportion of receivables
are settled through the International Air Transport Association (IATA) clearing mechanism which undertakes its own credit review of
members. Over 93% of trade and other receivables are current, with less than 1.2% past due by more than 90 days (30 June 2021: 93%
current and less than 1.1% due after more than 90 days).
MARKET RISK
FOREIGN CURRENCY RISK
Foreign currency risk is the risk of loss to the Group arising from adverse fluctuations in exchange rates.
The Group has exposure to foreign exchange risk as a result of transactions denominated in foreign currencies, arising from normal
trading activities, foreign currency borrowings and foreign currency capital commitments, purchases and sales. The documented
risk management approach (as approved by the Board of Directors) is to manage both forecast foreign currency operating revenues
and expenditure and foreign currency denominated balance sheet items. Hedges of foreign currency capital transactions are only
undertaken if there is a large volume of forecast capital transactions over a short period of time.
The Group enters into foreign exchange contracts to manage the economic exposure arising due to fluctuations in foreign exchange
rates affecting both highly probable forecast operating cash flows and foreign currency denominated liabilities. Any exposure to gains
or losses on these contracts is offset by a related loss or gain on the item being hedged.
Forecast operating transactions
Foreign currency operating cash inflows are primarily denominated in Australian Dollars, European Community Euro, Japanese
Yen, Chinese Renminbi, United Kingdom Pounds and United States Dollars. Foreign currency operating cash outflows are primarily
denominated in United States Dollars. The Group’s treasury risk management policy is to hedge between 35% and 90% (30 June 2021:
35% to 90%) of forecast net operating cash flows for the first 6 months, with progressive reductions in percentages hedged over
the next 6 to 12 months. Forward points are excluded from the hedge designation in respect of operating revenue and expenditure
transactions and are marked to market through earnings. The underlying forecast revenue and expenditure transactions in respect of
foreign currency cash flow hedges in place at reporting date, are expected to occur over the next 12 months.
33
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
AS AT 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
24. Financial Risk Management (continued)
Balance sheet exposures
Japanese Yen, Euro and United States Dollar denominated debt and lease liabilities were previously designated as the hedging
instrument in qualifying cash flow hedges of highly probable forecast Japanese Yen, Euro and United States Dollar revenues,
respectively. The significant decrease in forecast revenues as a result of the impact of Covid-19 on global travel resulted in the de-
designation of these hedges in the 2020 financial year. Where the forecast transactions are no longer expected to occur, the related
cumulative gains or losses were transferred from the cash flow hedge reserve to earnings. The remaining cumulative gains or losses
will be transferred to earnings as the underlying forecast transactions occur. Since March 2020, the debt and lease liabilities previously
designated in these hedge relationships have remained largely unhedged with foreign currency gains or losses arising on those
instruments being recognised in earnings.
Currency exposure arising on Australian Dollar denominated Medium Term Notes is hedged using cross currency interest rate swaps in
qualifying cash flow hedges.
The Group has investments in foreign operations, whose net assets are exposed to foreign currency translation risk. Currency
exposure arising on the net assets of certain Group foreign operations is managed primarily through borrowings denominated in the
relevant foreign currencies. A further proportion of United States Dollar denominated interest-bearing liabilities remains unhedged to
provide an offset to foreign currency movements within depreciation expense, resulting from revisions made to aircraft residual values
during the year.
Where changes in the fair value of a derivative provide an offset to the underlying hedged item as it impacts earnings, hedge accounting
is not applied. Foreign currency translation gains or losses on lease return provisions and certain non-hedge accounted United States
Dollar, Japanese Yen and Euro denominated interest-bearing liabilities are recognised in the Statement of Financial Performance within
‘Foreign exchange losses’. Marked to market gains or losses on non-hedge accounted foreign currency derivatives provide an offset to
these foreign exchange movements, and are also recognised within ‘Foreign exchange losses’.
With the exception of foreign currency denominated working capital balances, which together are immaterial to foreign currency fluctuations,
the Group’s exposure to foreign exchange risk arising on items recognised in the Statement of Financial Position at reporting date, and the
extent to which that exposure has been managed is summarised below.
Foreign currency exposure of items recognised at reporting date, before hedging
NZD
$M
USD
$M
AUD
$M
EUR
$M
JPY
$M
OTHER
$M
TOTAL
$M
As at 30 June 2022
Investments in other entities
Interest-bearing assets
Lease liabilities
Interest-bearing liabilities
Provisions
35
183
(265)
(50)
(29)
129
-
(781)
( 741)
(258)
-
36
(14)
(608)
-
-
141
(173)
(115)
-
-
-
(291)
(329)
-
-
-
(1)
-
-
164
360
(1,525)
(1,843)
(287)
Hedged by:
Derivatives
(126)
-
(1,651)
943
(586)
586
(147)
72
(620)
283
(1)
-
(3,131)
1,884
Unhedged* (126) (708) - (75) (337) (1) (1,247)
As at 30 June 2021
Investments in other entities
Interest-bearing assets
Lease liabilities
Interest-bearing liabilities
Provisions
13
126
(279)
(400)
(46)
125
24
(877)
(592)
(253)
-
35
(18)
-
-
-
139
(175)
(141)
-
-
-
(411)
(414)
-
-
-
(1)
-
-
138
324
(1,761)
(1,547)
(299)
Hedged by:
Derivatives
(586)
-
(1,573)
672
17
(17)
(177)
87
(825)
388
(1)
-
(3,14 5)
1,130
Unhedged* (586) (901) - (90) (437 ) (1) (2,015)
* Unhedged balances largely represent debt and lease instruments previously designated as the hedging instrument in cash flow
hedges of forecast foreign currency revenues, which were de-designated as a result of the impact of Covid-19 and significant
reduction in forecast revenues.
34
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
AS AT 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022
24. Financial Risk Management (continued)
Hedging foreign currency risk
Derivative financial instruments
Derivative financial instruments, other than those designated as hedging instruments in a qualifying cash flow hedge,
are classified as held for trading. Subsequent to initial recognition, derivative financial instruments in this category
are stated at fair value. The gain or loss on remeasurement to fair value is recognised immediately in the Statement of
Financial Performance.
Hedge accounted financial instruments
Where financial instruments qualify for hedge accounting, recognition of any resultant gain or loss depends on the
nature of the hedging relationship, as follows:
Cash flow hedges
Changes in the fair value of hedging instruments designated as cash flow hedges are recognised within Other
Comprehensive Income and accumulated within equity to the extent that the hedges are deemed effective in
accordance with NZ IFRS 9 - Financial Instruments. To the extent that the hedges are ineffective for accounting,
changes in fair value are recognised in the Statement of Financial Performance.
If a hedging instrument no longer meets the criteria for hedge accounting, expires or is sold, terminated or exercised,
then hedge accounting is discontinued. The cumulative gain or loss previously recognised in the cash flow hedge
reserve remains there until the forecast transaction occurs. If the underlying hedged transaction is no longer expected
to occur, the cumulative, unrealised gain or loss recognised in the cash flow hedge reserve with respect to the hedging
instrument is recognised immediately in the Statement of Financial Performance.
Where the hedge relationship continues throughout its designated term, the amount recognised in the cash flow hedge
reserve is transferred to the Statement of Financial Performance in the same period that the hedged item is recorded in
the Statement of Financial Performance, or, when the hedged item is a non-financial asset, the amount recognised in the
cash flow hedge reserve is transferred to the carrying amount of the asset when it is recognised.
Net investment hedge
Hedges of net investments in foreign operations are accounted for similarly to cash flow hedges. Any gain or loss on the
hedging instrument relating to the effective portion of the hedge is recognised in Other Comprehensive Income and
accumulated in the foreign currency translation reserve within equity. The gain or loss relating to the ineffective portion
of the hedge is recognised immediately in the Statement of Financial Performance.
Impact of hedging foreign currency risk
The impact of the foreign currency hedging strategies (both hedge accounted and non-hedge accounted) on the financial statements
during the year is set out below, by type of hedge.
CASH FLOW HEDGES OF FOREIGN CURRENCY RISK
Forecast operating revenue and expenditure transactions are not recognised in the financial statements until the transactions occur.
The amounts designated as the hedged item in qualifying cash flow hedges mirror the amounts designated as hedging instruments
as set out below. All hedges are of spot foreign exchange risk.
The following foreign currency derivatives were recognised within ‘Derivative financial instruments’ on the Statement of Financial
Position as at reporting date. Where forecast operating revenue and expenditure transactions are considered highly probable, the
derivatives are designated as the hedging instrument in qualifying cash flow hedges of such forecast transactions. Where hedge
relationships have been de-designated, the change in the fair value of the derivatives affected is recognised in earnings through
‘Foreign exchange losses’. All derivatives mature within 12 months (30 June 2021: 12 months).
35
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
AS AT 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
24. Financial Risk Management (continued)
2022
NZ$M
2021
NZ$M
Hedging instruments used
Derivative financial instruments
NZD
USD
AUD
EUR
JPY
CNH
GBP
Other
(305)
544
(102)
(15)
(9)
(31)
(12)
(41)
(107)
233
(73)
(2)
(7)
(23)
(5)
(16)
Hedge accounted foreign currency derivatives29-
In addition, cross currency interest rate swaps were recognised within ‘Derivative financial instruments’ on the Statement of Financial
Position as at reporting date and were designated in qualifying cash flows hedges of foreign currency risk arising on future principal and
interest settlements on Australian Dollar denominated Medium Term Notes. Currency basis risk is excluded from the hedge designation
and is marked to market through Other Comprehensive Income and accumulated within a separate component of equity (the ‘Costs of
hedging reserve’ within ‘Hedge reserves’) until such time as the related hedge accounted cash flows affect profit or loss. At this stage
the cumulative amount is reclassified to profit or loss. The volume hedged, together with contract rates and maturities are set out below:
2022
NZ$M
2021
NZ$M
Net fair value of derivative financial liabilities (NZ$M)
Volume (AUD M)
Weighted average contract rate (%)
Weighted average contract maturities (years)
(17)
550
6.1
5.3
-
-
-
-
The effective portion of changes in the fair value of foreign currency hedging instruments which were deferred to the cash flow
hedge reserve (within hedge reserves) during the year are set out below, together with transfers to either earnings or the asset
carrying value (as appropriate) when the underlying hedged item occurs, or upon de-designation of the hedge where the underlying
forecast transaction is no longer expected to occur.
2022
NZ$M
2021
NZ$M
Recognised in Statement of Changes in Equity
Hedge reserves
Balance at the beginning of the year
Change in fair value*
Transfers to foreign exchange losses
Transfers to foreign exchange gains on de-designation
Changes in costs of hedging reserve
Taxation on reserve movements
(84)
13
-
12
(1)
(7)
(97)
(23)
23
18
-
(5)
Balance at the end of the year
Represented by:
Forecast operating revenue/expense
Future principal and interest settlements
Ta x e f f e c t
(67)
(73)
(18)
24
(84)
(115)
-
31
Balance at the end of the year (67) (84)
* The change in fair value of the hedging instrument is used for the purpose of assessing hedge effectiveness. No ineffectiveness
arose on cash flow hedges of foreign currency transactions during the year (30 June 2021: Nil). Forward points and currency basis
excluded from the hedge designation were $2 million and $1 million respectively during the year (30 June 2021: Nil).
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
AS AT 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022
24. Financial Risk Management (continued)
The weighted average contract rates of hedge accounted foreign currency derivatives outstanding as at reporting date are set out below:
20222021
USD
AUD
EUR
JPY
CNH
GBP
0.6679
0.9555
0.6020
84.89
4.41
0.5149
0.6997
0.9247
0.5907
75.74
4.60
0.5157
NET INVESTMENT HEDGE
Investments designated in a net investment hedge are included within ‘Investments in other entities’ on the Statement of Financial
Position. The hedging instrument is included within ‘Interest-bearing liabilities’.
2022
NZ$M
2021
NZ$M
Hedged amount of United States Dollar investment
Hedged by: United States Dollar interest-bearing liabilities
113
(113)
113
(113)
The effective portion of changes in fair value of both the hedged item and the hedging instrument are recognised in the foreign
currency translation reserve, as set out below.
Foreign currency translation reserve
Balance at the beginning of the year
Translation gains on hedged investment**
Translation losses on hedging instrument**
Translation gains on unhedged investments
Taxation on reserve movements
(17)
12
(12)
3
4
(11)
(10)
10
(3)
(3)
Balance at the end of the year(10) (17)
** Translation gains/losses are those used for the purpose of assessing hedge effectiveness. No ineffectiveness arose on net investment
hedges during the year (30 June 2021: Nil).
HEDGED, BUT NOT HEDGE ACCOUNTED
Where changes in the fair value of a derivative provide an offset to the underlying hedged item as it impacts earnings, hedge accounting
is not applied. The following foreign currency derivatives were recognised within ‘Derivative financial instruments’ on the Statement of
Financial Position as at reporting date.
2022
$M
2021
$M
Hedging instruments
Derivative financial instruments
NZD
USD
AUD
EUR
JPY
(1,242)
930
(22)
72
284
(1,135)
687
(15)
87
389
Not hedge accounted foreign currency derivatives22 13
The changes in fair value of hedged items and hedging instruments during the year offset within ‘Foreign exchange losses’ within the
Statement of Financial Performance, as set out below. In addition, foreign exchange losses of $43 million (30 June 2021: $143 million
gains) were recognised in respect of debt and lease instruments which have remained unhedged since being de-designated from cash
flow hedges of forecast foreign currency revenues.
Foreign currency (losses)/gains on:
Lease liabilities
Interest-bearing liabilities
Provisions
Interest-bearing assets
Derivative financial instruments
(11)
(21)
(27)
(1)
64
17
83
21
-
(123)
4(2)
Forward points on non-hedge accounted foreign currency derivatives of $9 million were recognised in ‘Finance costs’ during the year
(30 June 2021: $3 million).
37
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
AS AT 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
24. Financial Risk Management (continued)
Sensitivity analysis
The sensitivity analyses which follow are hypothetical and should not be considered predictive of future performance. They only include
financial instruments (derivative and non-derivative) and do not include the future forecast hedged transactions. As the sensitivities are
only on financial instruments, the sensitivities ignore the offsetting impact on future forecast transactions which many of the derivatives
are hedging. Changes in fair value can generally not be extrapolated because the relationship of change in assumption to change in fair
value may not be linear. In addition, for the purposes of the below analyses, the effect of a variation in a particular assumption is calculated
independently of any change in another assumption. In reality, changes in one factor may contribute to changes in another, which may
magnify or counteract the sensitivities. Furthermore, sensitivities to specific events or circumstances will be counteracted as far as
possible through strategic management actions. The estimated fair values as disclosed should not be considered indicative of future
earnings on these contracts.
Foreign currency sensitivity on financial instruments
The following table demonstrates the sensitivity of financial instruments at reporting date to a reasonably possible appreciation/
depreciation in the United States Dollar against the New Zealand Dollar. Other currencies are evaluated by converting first to United States
Dollars and then applying the above change against the New Zealand Dollar. All other variables are held constant. This analysis does not
include future forecast hedged operating transactions.
Appreciation/depreciation (US cents):
2022
NZ$M
+5c
2022
NZ$M
-5c
2021
NZ$M
+5c
2021
NZ$M
-5c
Impact on loss before taxation:
USD
EUR
JPY
54
6
25
(64)
(7)
(29)
60
6
29
(69)
(7)
(34)
The above reflects the foreign exchange sensitivity on unhedged debt following de-designations of hedge relationships in the prior year.
Impact on equity:
USD
AUD
EUR
JPY
CNH
GBP
Other
(46)
8
1
1
2
1
3
54
(9)
(1)
(1)
(3)
(1)
(3)
(20)
5
-
-
2
-
1
23
(6)
-
(1)
(2)
-
(1)
The above would be deferred within equity and then offset by the foreign currency impact of the hedged item when it occurs.
20222021
Significant foreign exchange rates used at balance date for one New Zealand Dollar are:
USD
AUD
CNY
EUR
JPY
GBP
0.6220
0.9040
4.17
0.5960
84.90
0.5130
0.6990
0.9310
4.52
0.5870
7 7. 3 0
0.5050
38
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
AS AT 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022
24. Financial Risk Management (continued)
FUEL PRICE RISK
Fuel price risk is the risk of loss to the Group arising from adverse fluctuations in fuel prices.
The Group enters into fuel swap and option agreements to reduce the impact of price changes on fuel costs in accordance with the policy
approved by the Board of Directors. Uplift in the first six months is hedged between 35% and 90% (30 June 2021: first six months is hedged
between 35% to 90%) with progressive reductions in percentages hedged over the next 6 to 12 months.
The price risk of jet fuel purchases includes a crude oil price risk component, despite crude oil not being specified in any
contractual arrangement. Based on an evaluation of the market structure and refining process, this risk component is
separately identifiable and reliably measurable even though it is not contractually specified. The relationship of the crude
oil component to jet fuel as a whole varies in line with the published crude oil and jet fuel price indices. Crude oil hedging
instruments are designated as a hedge of the price risk in the crude oil component of highly probable jet fuel purchases.
There is a 1:1 hedging ratio of the hedging instrument to the crude oil component identified as the hedged item.
Some components of hedge accounted derivatives are excluded from the designated risk. Cash flow hedges in respect
of fuel derivatives include only the intrinsic value of fuel options. Time value on fuel options is excluded from the hedge
designation and is marked to market through Other Comprehensive Income and accumulated within a separate component
of equity (the ‘Costs of Hedging Reserve’ within ‘Hedge Reserves’) until such time as the related hedge accounted cash flows
affect profit or loss. At this stage the cumulative amount is reclassified to profit or loss within ‘Fuel’.
Ineffectiveness is only expected to arise where the index of the hedging instrument differs to that of the underlying hedged item.
Impact of hedging fuel price risk
Weighted average strike prices of fuel derivatives
2022
USD
2021
USD
Weighted average collar ceiling (Brent)
Weighted average collar floor (Brent)
Weighted average bought calls (Brent)
Weighted average Brent swap strike
Weighted average Jet swap strike
Weighted average Jet-Brent crack spread price
Barrels hedged (millions of barrels)
76
63
111
-
61
-
2.1
61
50
-
48
58
3
2.1
CASH FLOW HEDGES OF FUEL PRICE RISK
Forecast fuel purchase transactions are not recognised in the financial statements until the transactions occur. The number of barrels
hedged is set out in the previous table. All fuel derivative contracts mature within 12 months of reporting date.
Fuel derivatives were recognised within ‘Derivative financial instruments’ on the Statement of Financial Position as at reporting date and
were designated as the hedging instrument in qualifying cash flow hedges.
Statement of Financial Position
2022
$M
2021
$M
Derivative financial assets 52 55
The effective portion of changes in the fair value of fuel hedging instruments which were deferred to the cash flow hedge reserve (within
hedge reserves) during the year are set out below, together with transfers to earnings, when the underlying hedged item occurs, or upon
de-designation of the hedge where the underlying forecast transaction is no longer expected to occur.
Hedge reserves
Balance at the beginning of the year
Change in fair value*
Transfers to fuel
Changes in costs of hedging reserve
Taxation on reserve movements
36
98
(108)
(4)
4
(24)
87
(8)
4
(23)
Balance at the end of the year26 36
* The change in fair value recognised in the cash flow hedge reserve excludes ineffectiveness which is recognised through earnings.
No ineffectiveness arose on cash flow hedges of fuel price risk during the year (30 June 2021: Nil).
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
AS AT 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
24. Financial Risk Management (continued)
Fuel price sensitivity on financial instruments
The sensitivity of the fair value of these derivatives as at reporting date to a reasonably possible change in the price per barrel of crude
oil is shown below. This analysis assumes that all other variables remain constant and the respective impacts on loss before taxation and
equity are dictated by the proportion of effective/ineffective hedges. In practice, these elements would vary independently. This analysis
does not include the future forecast hedged fuel transactions.
Price movement per barrel:
2022
$M
+USD 30
2022
$M
-USD 30
2021
$M
+USD 20
2021
$M
-USD 20
Impact on loss before taxation
Impact on cash flow hedge reserve (within equity)
-
58
-
(37)
-
51
-
(45)
Amounts affecting the cash flow hedge reserve would be deferred within equity and then offset by the fuel price impact of the hedged
item when it occurs.
INTEREST RATE RISK
Interest rate risk is the risk of loss to the Group arising from adverse fluctuations in interest rates.
The Group has exposure to interest rate risk as a result of the long-term borrowing activities which are used to fund ongoing activities. It is
the Group’s policy to ensure the interest rate exposure is maintained to minimise the impact of changes in interest rates on its net floating
rate long-term borrowings. Whilst the Group’s policy is to fix between 70% to 90% (30 June 2021: 70% to 90%) of its exposure to interest
rates, including fixed interest leases, in the next 12 months, the impact of Covid-19 on the Group’s cash position has resulted in interest
exposure outside of these parameters at the end of the financial year. The Board has approved an interim exemption to this policy. Interest
rate swaps (including cross currency interest rate swaps) are used to achieve an appropriate mix of fixed and floating rate exposure if the
volume of fixed rate loans or fixed rate leases is insufficient.
Impact of hedging interest rate risk
20222021
Interest rate derivatives
Volume (USD M)
Weighted average contract rate (%)
Weighted average contract maturities (years)
-
-
-
35
1.6
0.4
CASH FLOW HEDGES OF INTEREST RATE RISK
The impact of changes in floating interest rates is recognised in the financial statements when the transactions occur. The volume of the
floating rate debt and lease liabilities hedged, together with contract rates and maturities are set out above.
Interest rate derivatives were recognised within ‘Derivative financial instruments’ on the Statement of Financial Position as at reporting
date and were designated as the hedging instrument in qualifying cash flow hedges. Nil remained in the cash flow hedge reserve at 30
June 2022 (30 June 2021: losses of $1 million).
Interest rate sensitivity on financial instruments
Earnings are sensitive to changes in interest rates on the floating rate element of borrowings and lease obligations and the fair value of
interest rate swaps. Their sensitivity to a reasonably possible change in interest rates with all other variables held constant, is set out as per
table below. This analysis assumes that the amount and mix of fixed and floating rate debt, including lease obligations, remains unchanged
from that in place at reporting date, and that the change in interest rates is effective from the beginning of the year. In reality, the fixed/
floating rate mix will fluctuate over the year and interest rates will change continually.
Interest rate change:
2022
$M
+100 bp*
2022
$M
-100 bp*
2021
$M
+25 bp*
2021
$M
-25 bp*
Impact on loss before taxation
Impact on cash flow hedge reserve (within equity)
(18)
-
18
-
(5)
-
5
-
*bp = basis points
The impact on equity as shown above would be offset by the hedged floating interest rate exposure as it occurs.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
AS AT 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022
24. Financial Risk Management (continued)
LIQUIDITY RISK
Liquidity risk is the risk that the Group will be unable to meet its obligations as they fall due. The Group manages the risk by targeting
a minimum liquidity level, ensuring long-term commitments are managed with respect to forecast available cash inflow and managing
maturity profiles. The Group holds significant cash reserves and has available a government unsecured committed revolving standby
facility to enable it to meet its liabilities as they fall due and to sustain operations in the event of unanticipated external factors or events.
Liquidity risk management has become a primary focus as a result of the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. With the rapid depletion of
cash reserves, various measures have been undertaken to reduce cash outflows (refer Statement of Accounting Policies). Cash flows
are being actively monitored in conjunction with regular revisions to revenue and expenditure forecasts. Given the completion of an
equity capital raise, the issue of the Australian Medium Term Notes, the entering into an arrangement with the Crown for a revolving
loan facility, and accessibility of additional debt funding, the Board has a reasonable expectation that the Group has sufficient liquidity.
The following table sets out the contractual, undiscounted cash flows for non-derivative financial liabilities and derivative
financial instruments:
S TAT E M E N T
OF FINANCIAL
POSITION
$M
CONTRACTUAL
CASH FLOWS
$M
< 1 YEAR
$M
1-2 YEARS
$M
2-5 YEARS
$M
5+ YEARS
$M
As at 30 June 2022
Trade and other payables
Secured borrowings
Australian medium term notes
Unsecured bonds
Lease liabilities*
Redeemable shares
497
1,185
608
50
1,525
200
497
1,260
792
51
1,76 4
216
497
218
37
51
361
11
-
206
37
-
293
205
-
571
424
-
575
-
-
265
294
-
535
-
Total non-derivative financial liabilities 4,065 4,580 1,175 741 1,570 1,094
Foreign exchange derivatives
– Inflow
– Outflow
1,872
(1,822)
1,872
(1,822)
-
-
-
-
-
-
Fuel derivatives
Cross currency interest rate derivatives
51
52
(17)
50
43
(17)
50
43
(1)
-
-
(5)
-
-
(8)
-
-
(3)
Total derivative financial instruments 86 76 92 (5) (8) (3)
* Lease liabilities recognised within 5+ years include $129 million related to three properties with lease terms ranging between 10-19 years.
S TAT E M E N T
OF FINANCIAL
POSITION
$M
CONTRACTUAL
CASH FLOWS
$M
< 1 YEAR
$M
1-2 YEARS
$M
2-5 YEARS
$M
5+ YEARS
$M
As at 30 June 2021
Trade and other payables
Secured borrowings
Unsecured bonds
Lease liabilities**
Amounts owing to associates
524
1,497
50
1,761
1
524
1,538
53
2,025
1
524
541
2
406
1
-
183
51
351
-
-
531
-
563
-
-
283
-
705
-
Total non-derivative financial liabilities 3,833 4,141 1 ,474 585 1,094 988
Foreign exchange derivatives
– Inflow
– Outflow
1,539
(1,527)
1,539
(1,527)
-
-
-
-
-
-
Fuel derivatives
13
55
12
53
12
53
-
-
-
-
-
-
Total derivative financial instruments 68 65 65 - - -
** Lease liabilities recognised within 5+ years include $160 million related to six properties with lease terms ranging between 10-19 years.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
AS AT 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
24. Financial Risk Management (continued)
FAIR VALUE ESTIMATION
Financial instruments for which fair value is recognised or disclosed are categorised within the fair value hierarchy as
described below. Financial instruments are either carried at fair value or amounts approximating fair value, with the exception
of interest-bearing liabilities and Redeemable Shares, for which the fair value is disclosed in Note 15 Interest-bearing liabilities
and Note 17 Redeemable Shares. This equates to “Level 2” of the fair value hierarchy defined within NZ IFRS 13 - Fair Value
Measurement. The fair value of derivative financial instruments is based on published market prices for similar assets or
liabilities or market observable inputs to valuation at balance date (“Level 2” of the fair value hierarchy). The fair value of
foreign currency forward contracts is determined using forward exchange rates at reporting date. The fair value of fuel swap
and option agreements is determined using forward fuel prices at reporting date. The fair value of interest rate swaps is
determined using forward interest rates as at reporting date.
Capital risk management
The Group’s objectives when managing capital are to safeguard the company’s ability to continue as a going concern and to continue
to generate shareholder value and benefits for other stakeholders, and to provide an acceptable return for shareholders by removing
complexity, reducing costs and pricing our services commensurately with the level of risk. The Group is not subject to any externally
imposed capital requirements.
The Group’s capital structure is managed in the light of economic conditions, future capital expenditure profiles and the risk
characteristics of the underlying assets. The Group’s capital structure may be modified by adjusting the amount of dividends paid to
shareholders, initiating dividend reinvestment opportunities, returning capital to shareholders, issuing new shares or selling assets to
reduce debt. The capital management policies and guidelines are regularly reviewed by the Board of Directors.
The Group monitors capital on the basis of gearing and debt coverage ratios. The gearing ratios are calculated as net debt over net debt
plus equity. Net debt is calculated as total borrowings, bonds, medium term notes, lease obligations and Redeemable Shares (including
net open derivatives on these instruments) less cash and cash equivalents and interest-bearing assets. Capital comprises all components
of equity. The debt coverage ratios are calculated as gross debt over earnings/(losses) before interest, taxation, depreciation and
amortisation (adjusted for non-cash items). Gross debt is calculated as total borrowings, bonds, medium term notes, lease obligations and
Redeemable Shares. The gearing ratio and the calculation is disclosed in the Five Year Statistical Review.
25. Offsetting Financial Assets and Financial Liabilities
Financial assets and financial liabilities are offset and the net amount reported in the Statement of Financial Position when
there is a legally enforceable right to offset the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis or
realise the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.
Amounts subject to potential offset
For financial instruments subject to enforceable master netting arrangements, each agreement allows the parties to elect net settlement
of the relevant financial assets and liabilities. In the absence of such election, settlement occurs on a gross basis, however each party will
have the option to settle on a net basis in the event of default of the other party.
The following table shows the gross amounts of financial assets and financial liabilities which are subject to enforceable master netting
arrangements and similar agreements, as recognised in the Statement of Financial Position. It also shows the potential net amounts if
offset were to occur.
S TAT E M E N T
OF FINANCIAL
POSITION
2022
$M
AMOUNTS
NOT OFFSET
2022
$M
NET
AMOUNTS
IF OFFSET
2022
$M
S TAT E M E N T
OF FINANCIAL
POSITION
2021
$M
AMOUNTS
NOT OFFSET
2021
$M
NET
AMOUNTS
IF OFFSET
2021
$M
Financial assets
Bank and short-term deposits
Derivative financial assets
1,793
308
(18)
(204)
1,7 75
104
266
79
-
(9)
266
70
Financial liabilities
Derivative financial liabilities(222) 222 -(11) 9 (2)
Letters of credit and security deposits held within ‘Interest-bearing assets’ are also subject to master netting arrangements. The amounts
are disclosed in Note 9 Other Assets and Note 23 Contingent Liabilities.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
FOR THE YEAR TO AND AS AT 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022
26. Related Parties
Crown
The Crown, the major shareholder of the Company, owns 51% of the issued capital of the Company (30 June 2021: 52%).
On 9 May 2022, the Crown acquired $593 million of new Ordinary Shares issued by the Company under a pro rata renounceable Rights
Offer, in order to maintain a majority shareholding in Air New Zealand. A pre-commitment participation fee of $3 million was paid to the
Crown in the 2022 financial year in relation to the equity raise.
Crown standby loan facility
On 27 May 2020, the Group entered into a debt funding agreement (CSF1 Loan Facility) with the New Zealand Government to support
the airline as it managed the unprecedented impact of the Covid-19 outbreak on its business. The CSF1 Loan Facility, as amended in May
2021, was structured in two tranches - a tranche of $1 billion with an effective interest rate in the order of 3.5% per annum and a second
tranche of $500 million with an effective interest rate expected to be 5.0% per annum. The facility was available through to 27 September
2023. The CSF1 Loan Facility was negotiated on an arms’ length basis, with each party having been independently advised. Under the
arrangement, the Group undertook various representations and operational, informational and other undertakings. The arrangement was
subject to typical events of default. The CSF1 Loan Facility was secured against specific aircraft assets and a general security interest was
provided against other assets of the Group (subject to certain exemptions).
In December 2021, the airline announced a revised Crown support package, which gave the Group the ability to issue up to $1 billion of
non-voting Redeemable Shares to the Crown and reduced the CSF1 Loan Facility from $1.5 billion to $1 billion, with an extended term to
January 2026. During the 2022 financial year the Group drew down an additional $500 million under the CSF1 Loan Facility (30 June 2021:
$350 million).
Following completion of a capital raise undertaken by the Company on 9 May 2022, the proceeds were used to repay in full the $850
million drawn down at that date under the CSF1 Loan Facility.
On 30 March 2022, a new unsecured committed standby revolving facility (CSF2) was entered into with the Crown for up to $400 million
for a period through to 30 January 2026. The purpose of the facility is to provide additional liquidity, if required, as the airline recovers from
the effects of the pandemic. Interest on any amounts drawn will be charged initially at a bank bill benchmark rate plus an initial margin
of 1.5% per annum together with a commitment fee of 1.0% per annum on the committed facility limit. No amounts were drawn under the
facility as at 30 June 2022.
The new standby revolving facility was negotiated on an arms’ length basis, with each party having been independently advised. Under the
arrangement, the Group undertook various representations, warranties and undertakings, including regular reporting on operational and
financial performance, with additional reporting and information requirements if the loan has been drawn. The arrangement is subject to
typical events of default. The facility is unsecured subject to the Group being required to grant the Crown first ranking security over aircraft
assets which are financed using the facility.
For the year ended 30 June 2022, the Group recognised commitment fees of $11 million (30 June 2021: $18 million) and interest costs of
$16 million (30 June 2021: $10 million) within the Statement of Financial Performance in relation to the facilities.
Redeemable Shares
In December 2021, Air New Zealand entered into a Redeemable Shares subscription agreement with the New Zealand Government in
which the Group had the ability to call for the Crown to subscribe for up to $1 billion of fully paid Redeemable Shares.
On 30 March 2022, the Group called for Redeemable Shares to be issued in two tranches, being $150 million on 7 April 2022 and $450
million on 6 May 2022. The availability period to issue new Redeemable Shares ceased on 9 May 2022. Some of the proceeds from the
issue of the Australian Medium Term Notes (refer Note 15) were subsequently used to redeem $400 million of the Redeemable Shares
on 2 June 2022. As at 30 June 2022, $200 million of Redeemable Shares remain on issue. These shares are redeemable at the option of
the Group, in part or in full, at any time with 20 days’ written notice with an unconditional right to defer redemption until the scheduled
redemption date of 14 December 2046. Dividends are payable quarterly in arrears and accrue on a cumulative compound basis if unpaid.
Dividends of $4 million were recognised within Finance costs in the Statement of Financial Performance during the year ended 30 June
2022 (30 June 2021: Nil).
Transactions with Crown entities
Air New Zealand enters into numerous airline transactions with Government Departments, Crown Agencies and State Owned Enterprises
on an arm’s length basis. All transactions are entered into in the normal course of business.
During the period the Group entered into agreements with the Crown to undertake domestic charters to support quarantine activity as
part of border restriction requirements. The transactions were negotiated on an arm’s length basis.
Details of government grants and subsidies received in respect of international airfreight capacity, an aviation support package and wage
subsidies are outlined in Notes 1 and 2.
The New Zealand Government introduced legislation to lessen the impact of Covid-19 on businesses by allowing for the deferral of the
payment of taxes without the imposition of penalties or interest. The Group was granted a deferral of FBT and PAYE for the period 1 July
2020 to 30 September 2021. The total amount deferred for the period was $298 million. The FBT and PAYE liabilities arising during this
period were settled during January 2022 to March 2022 with no amounts outstanding at balance date (30 June 2021: deferred FBT and
PAYE liabilities of $254 million).
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
FOR THE YEAR TO AND AS AT 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
26. Related Parties (continued)
Key management personnel
Compensation of key management personnel (including directors) was as follows:
2022
$M
2021
$M
Short-term employee costs
Directors’ fees
Share-based payments
9
1
1
11
1
1
11 13
Certain key management personnel (including directors) have relevant interests in a number of companies (including non-executive
directorships) to which Air New Zealand provides aircraft related services in the normal course of business, on standard commercial terms.
Staff share purchase schemes and Executive share performance rights plans
Shares held by the Staff Share Purchase scheme and Executive performance rights plans are detailed in Note 20.
Bank set-off arrangements
The Group has a set-off arrangement on certain Bank of New Zealand balances, allowing the offset of overdraft amounts against in-fund
amounts. The following entities are included in the set-off arrangement:
Air Nelson Limited
Air New Zealand Limited
Air New Zealand Regional Maintenance Limited
Mount Cook Airline Limited
Associated companies
Transactions between the Group and associated companies are conducted on normal terms and conditions.
The Christchurch Engine Centre (CEC) provides maintenance services to the Group on certain V2500 engines. The Group receives
revenue for contract and administration services performed for the CEC.
Capital contributions to Drylandcarbon One Limited Partnership of $12 million were made during the year ended 30 June 2022
(30 June 2021: $8 million).
2022
$M
2021
$M
During the year, there have been transactions between Air New Zealand and its associated companies
as follows:
Operating revenue
Operating expenditure
1
-
1
(3)
Balances outstanding at the end of the year are unsecured and on normal trading terms:
Amounts owing to associates 1 1
During the year CEC paid total distributions to the Group of $32 million (30 June 2021: $38 million).
Other related party disclosures
Other balances and transactions with related parties are not considered material to Air New Zealand and are entered into in the normal
course of business on standard commercial terms. There have been no related party debts forgiven during the year.
44
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
FOR THE YEAR TO AND AS AT 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022
27. Impact of New Accounting Interpretations
In April 2021, the International Financial Reporting Interpretations Committee (“IFRIC”) issued an agenda decision on Configuration or
Customisation Costs in a Cloud Computing Arrangement (IAS 38). This Interpretation clarifies the accounting treatment in respect of
costs of configuring or customising a supplier’s application software in a Software as a Service (“SaaS”) arrangement. Whilst such
costs may be able to continue to be capitalised in limited circumstances, in many cases the costs will now need to be recognised as
an operating expense.
Changes in accounting treatment as a result of an agenda decision are generally accounted for as a voluntary change in accounting
policy and must be applied retrospectively. The Group has completed the review of such costs and has identified the following
adjustments to previous reporting periods.
The impact of the changes on the affected line items in the Statement of Financial Performance for the year ended 30 June 2021
is set out below:
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE
2021
PRIOR TO
APPLICATION
OF AGENDA
DECISION
$M
2021
AGENDA
DECISION
ADJUSTMENTS
$M
2021
AFTER
APPLICATION
OF AGENDA
DECISION
$M
Other expenses(247) (5) (252)
Operating Earnings (excluding items below)
Depreciation and amortisation
339
(716)
(5)
1
334
(715)
Loss Before Finance Costs, Associates, Other Significant Items and Taxation(377) (4) (381)
Loss Before Taxation
Taxation credit
(411)
122
(4)
1
(415)
123
Net Loss Attributable to Shareholders of Parent Company(289) (3) (292)
The impact of the changes on the affected line items in the Statement of Financial Position as at 30 June 2021 is set out below:
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION
PRIOR TO
APPLICATION
OF AGENDA
DECISION
$M
AGENDA
DECISION
ADJUSTMENTS
$M
AFTER
APPLICATION
OF AGENDA
DECISION
$M
As at 30 June 2021
Non-Current Assets
Intangible assets179(10) 169
Total Non-Current Assets5,868(10) 5,858
Total Assets6,694(10) 6,684
Deferred taxation61(3) 58
Total Non-Current Liabilities3,236(3) 3,233
Total Liabilities5,589(3) 5,586
Net Assets1,105(7) 1,098
Reserves(1,108)(7) (1,115)
Total Equity1,105(7) 1,098
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTINUED
FOR THE YEAR TO AND AS AT 30 JUNE 2022
AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
27. Impact of New Accounting Interpretations (continued)
The impact of the changes on the affected line items in the Statement of Changes in Equity is set out below:
STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY
GENERAL RESERVESTOTAL EQUITY
AS
PREVIOUSLY
REPORTED
$M
ADJUSTMENTS
$M
AS
R E S TAT E D
$M
AS
PREVIOUSLY
REPORTED
$M
ADJUSTMENTS
$M
AS
R E S TAT E D
$M
Balance as at 1 July 2020
Net loss for the year
(757)
(289)
(4)
(3)
(761)
(292)
1,318
(289)
(4)
(3)
1,314
(292)
Total comprehensive loss for the year(285)(3)(288)(217)(3)(220)
Balance as at 30 June 2021(1,042)(7)(1,049)1,105(7)1,098
The impact of the changes on the affected line items in the Statement of Cash Flows is set out below:
STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
2021
PRIOR TO
APPLICATION
OF AGENDA
DECISION
$M
2021
AGENDA
DECISION
ADJUSTMENTS
$M
2021
AFTER
APPLICATION
OF AGENDA
DECISION
$M
Payments to suppliers and employees(2,111) (5) (2,116)
Net Cash Flow from Operating Activities 323 (5) 318
Acquisition of property, plant and equipment, right of use assets and intangibles(231) 5 (226)
Net Cash Flow from Investing Activities(182) 5 (177)
Cash and Cash Equivalents at the End of the Year 266 - 266
Reconciliation of Net Loss Attributable to Shareholders to Net Cash Flows from
Operating Activities:
Net loss attributable to shareholders
Plus/(less) non-cash items:
– Depreciation and amortisation
Net working capital movements:
Liabilities
(289)
716
(4)
(3)
(1)
(1)
(292)
715
(5)
Net Cash Flow from Operating Activities323(5)318
To the Shareholders of Air New Zealand Limited
Auditor-General
The Auditor-General is the auditor of Air New Zealand Limited and its subsidiaries (the Group). The
Auditor-General has appointed me, Melissa Collier, using the staff and resources of Deloitte Limited,
to carry out the audit of the consolidated financial statements of the Group on his behalf.
Opinion
We have audited the consolidated financial statements of the Group on pages 2 to 45, that comprise
the Statement of Financial Position as at 30 June 2022, the Statement of Financial Performance,
Statement of Comprehensive Income, Statement of Changes in Equity and Statement of Cash Flows
for the year ended on that date and the notes to the financial statements that include accounting
policies and other explanatory information.
In our opinion the consolidated financial statements present fairly, in all material respects the
financial position of the Group as at 30 June 2022, and its financial performance and its cash flows for
the year then ended in accordance with New Zealand Equivalents to International Financial Reporting
Standards and International Financial Reporting Standards.
Our audit was completed on 25 August 2022. This is the date at which our opinion is expressed.
The basis for our opinion is explained below. In addition, we outline the responsibilities of the Board of
Directors and our responsibilities relating to the consolidated financial statements, we comment on
other information, and we explain our independence.
Basis for opinion
We conducted our audit in accordance with the Auditor-General’s Auditing Standards, which
incorporate the Professional and Ethical Standards and the International Standards on Auditing (New
Zealand) issued by the New Zealand Auditing and Assurance Standards Board. Our responsibilities
under those standards are further described in the Responsibilities of the auditor for the audit of the
consolidated financial statements section of our report.
We have fulfilled our responsibilities in accordance with the Auditor-General’s Auditing Standards.
We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis
for our opinion.
Audit materiality
We consider materiality primarily in terms of the magnitude of misstatement in the consolidated
financial statements of the Group that in our judgement would make it probable that the economic
decisions of a reasonably knowledgeable person would be changed or influenced (the ‘quantitative’
materiality). In addition, we also assess whether other matters that come to our attention during the
audit would in our judgement change or influence the decisions of such a person (the ‘qualitative’
materiality). We use materiality both in planning the scope of our audit work and in evaluating the
results of our work.
We determined materiality for the consolidated financial statements as a whole to be $21 million
which was determined with reference to a number of factors and taking into account the cyclical
nature of the airline industry and the impact of Covid-19 on the Group. $21 million represents 2.6%
of net loss before tax, 1.3% of total equity and 0.08% of operating revenue.
Key audit matters
Key audit matters are those matters that, in our professional judgement, were of most significance
in our audit of the consolidated financial statements for the current period. These matters were
addressed in the context of our audit of the consolidated financial statements as a whole, and in
forming our opinion thereon, and we do not provide a separate opinion on these matters.
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT
46
47
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT (CONTINUED)
Key audit matterHow our audit addressed the key audit matter and the results of our work
Carrying value of aircraft and related assets including assessment of the residual values of aircraft
Group aircraft and related assets, including right of
use assets, total $4,095 million at 30 June 2022 (2021:
$4,360 million) as outlined in notes 10 and 11. The Group
has recognised a net impairment charge on aircraft of
$6 million (refer to notes 3, 10 and 11).
The Covid-19 global pandemic has impacted the global
economy and the aviation sector in particular. Although
global restrictions have eased in recent months, there
still remains uncertainty surrounding the expected
recovery period and global demand. This in turn
establishes a high degree of estimation uncertainty and
significant judgement, impacting the fair value of the
Group’s fleet and whether the carrying value of assets
are appropriate. In response, the Group has undertaken
a formal impairment test by assessing the recoverable
amount of the cash generating unit and comparing this
to the carrying value of relevant assets.
The recoverable amount of the business is highly
dependent on the expected future cash flows to be
generated by the business or in certain cases, the
individual aircraft. The Group uses a 10-year discounted
cash flow model to determine the recoverable value of
the business as a whole.
An assessment of individual aircraft for impairment was
undertaken where their value is to be realised by means
other than future use as part of the fleet. These aircraft
are separately assessed for impairment by comparing
their fair value less cost to dispose, as determined by a
third-party valuation expert, to their carrying value.
In addition the useful lives and residual values of
aircraft may be influenced by changes to economic
conditions, demand, competition and new technology.
The Group considers these changes when reassessing
the useful lives and residual values of aircraft to
determine the appropriate depreciation rates.
This is a key audit matter due to the significance of
aircraft and related assets to the financial statements,
the indicators of impairment that have arisen as a
result of Covid-19, and the level of estimates involved in
determining the recoverable amounts.
In assessing the appropriateness of the carrying values and residual values of
aircraft and related assets we performed the following procedures:
• considered the Group’s assessment of its cash-generating unit and the basis
for assessing certain aircraft for impairment on an individual basis;
• gained an understanding of the Group’s impairment assessment and held
discussions with management to understand the basis of determining key
assumptions used in the impairment model;
• evaluated the Group’s assumptions in the value in use model against the
assumptions used in the cash flow projections for consistency, where
appropriate;
• confirmed the competency and independence of the third party valuation
expert, and discussed with them their approach and assumptions made in
determining the relevant aircraft values;
• tested relevant aircraft values to external market valuations to compare the
carrying value to current market value;
• engaged our internal valuation specialists to assist in evaluating the
assumptions used in the Group’s discounted cash flow model, specifically
the discount rate (including inquiring about the impact of climate
considerations on input assumptions) and terminal growth rates used;
• performed sensitivity analysis over key assumptions in the Group’s
impairment model;
• challenged the Group’s assumptions underpinning the calculation of residual
values by making a comparison to external information such as industry data
and period end exchange rates; and
• evaluated the controls in place over the calculation of depreciation, in
particular around the initial input of, or changes to, residual values and useful
life information.
We consider the Group’s assessment of the residual values and useful lives
of aircraft to be reasonable. We also consider the assumptions and estimates
applied in the value-in-use model and the determination of fair value less costs to
sell for certain individual aircraft to be appropriate.
Revenue recognition
The Group’s revenue consists of passenger revenue
which totalled $1,476 million (2021: $1,470 million).
Passenger revenue is complex due to the various fare
rules that may apply to a transaction, and as tickets
are typically sold prior to the day of flight. Complex IT
systems and processes are required to correctly record
these sales as transportation sales in advance and then
as revenue when flights occur.
We have included revenue recognition as a key audit
matter due to the magnitude of revenue in relation
to the financial statements and the substantial
dependence on complex IT systems.
In performing our procedures we:
• evaluated the systems, processes and controls in place over passenger
revenue in advance and key account reconciliation processes;
• tested the IT environment in which passenger sales occur and interfaces with
other relevant systems;
• assessed the quality of information produced by these systems and tested
the accuracy and completeness of reports generated by these systems and
used to recognise or defer passenger revenue;
• performed an analysis of passenger revenue and passenger revenue in
advance and created expectations of revenue based on our knowledge of
the Group, the industry and key performance measures, including airline
capacity and revenue per available seat kilometre. We have compared this
to the Group’s revenue and obtained appropriate evidence for significant
differences; and
• agreed a sample of revenue transactions to supporting documentation.
We are satisfied revenue has been appropriately recognised.
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT (CONTINUED)
48
Responsibilities of the Board of
Directors for the consolidated
financial statements
The Board of Directors is responsible on behalf of the Group for preparing consolidated financial
statements that are fairly presented in accordance with New Zealand Equivalents to International
Financial Reporting Standards and International Financial Reporting Standards.
The Board of Directors is responsible on behalf of the Group for such internal control as it
determines is necessary to enable it to prepare consolidated financial statements that are free
from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
In preparing the consolidated financial statements, the Board of Directors is responsible on behalf
of the Group for assessing the Group’s ability to continue as a going concern. The Board of Directors
is also responsible for disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the
going concern basis of accounting unless there is an intention to liquidate the Group or to cease
operations, or there is no realistic alternative but to do so.
The Board of Director’s responsibilities arise from the Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013.
Responsibilities of the auditor
for the audit of the consolidated
financial statements
Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated financial
statements as a whole, are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to
issue an auditor’s report that includes our opinion.
Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit carried
out in accordance with the Auditor-General’s Auditing Standards will always detect a material
misstatement when it exists. Misstatements are differences or omissions of amounts or
disclosures, and can arise from fraud or error. Misstatements are considered material if,
individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the decisions of
shareholders taken on the basis of these consolidated financial statements.
We did not evaluate the security and controls over the electronic publication of the consolidated
financial statements.
As part of an audit in accordance with the Auditor-General’s Auditing Standards, we exercise
professional judgement and maintain professional scepticism throughout the audit. Also:
• We identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the consolidated financial
statements, whether due to fraud or error, design and perform audit procedures responsive to
those risks, and obtain audit evidence that is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for
our opinion. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher
than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions,
misrepresentations, or the override of internal control.
• We obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit
procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an
opinion on the effectiveness of the Group’s internal control.
• We evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of
accounting estimates and related disclosures made by the Board of Directors.
• We conclude on the appropriateness of the use of the going concern basis of accounting by the
Board of Directors and, based on the audit evidence obtained, whether a material uncertainty
exists related to events or conditions that may cast significant doubt on the Group’s ability to
continue as a going concern. If we conclude that a material uncertainty exists, we are required
to draw attention in our auditor’s report to the related disclosures in the consolidated financial
statements or, if such disclosures are inadequate, to modify our opinion. Our conclusions are
based on the audit evidence obtained up to the date of our auditor’s report. However, future
events or conditions may cause the Group to cease to continue as a going concern.
• We evaluate the overall presentation, structure and content of the consolidated financial
statements, including the disclosures, and whether the consolidated financial statements
represent the underlying transactions and events in a manner that achieves fair presentation.
• We obtain sufficient appropriate audit evidence regarding the financial information of the
entities or business activities within the Group to express an opinion on the consolidated
financial statements. We are responsible for the direction, supervision and performance of the
Group audit. We remain solely responsible for our audit opinion.
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INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT (CONTINUED)
Responsibilities of the auditor
for the audit of the consolidated
financial statements
(continued)
• We communicate with the Board of Directors regarding, among other matters, the planned
scope and timing of the audit and significant audit findings, including any significant
deficiencies in internal control that we identify during our audit.
• We also provide the directors with a statement that we have complied with relevant ethical
requirements regarding independence, and communicate with them all relationships and other
matters that may reasonably be thought to bear on our independence, and where applicable,
related safeguards.
From the matters communicated with the Board of Directors, we determine those matters that
were of most significance in the audit of the consolidated financial statements of the current
period and are therefore the key audit matters. We describe these matters in our auditor’s report
unless law or regulation precludes public disclosure about the matter or when, in extremely rare
circumstances, we determine that a matter should not be communicated in our report because the
adverse consequences of doing so would reasonably be expected to outweigh the public interest
benefits of such communication.
Our responsibility arises from section 15 of the Public Audit Act 2001.
Other information
The Board of Directors is responsible on behalf of the Group for all other information. The other
information includes the Annual Shareholder Review and the information included with the
consolidated financial statements and audit report in the Annual Financial Results. Our opinion on
the consolidated financial statements does not cover the other information and we do not express
any form of audit opinion or assurance conclusion thereon.
In connection with our audit of the consolidated financial statements, our responsibility is to
read the other information. In doing so, we consider whether the other information is materially
inconsistent with the consolidated financial statements or our knowledge obtained in the audit,
or otherwise appears to be materially misstated. If, based on our work, we conclude that there
is a material misstatement of this other information, we are required to report that fact. We have
nothing to report in this regard.
Independence
We are independent of the Group in accordance with the independence requirements of the
Auditor-General’s Auditing Standards which incorporate the independence requirements of
Professional and Ethical Standard 1: International Code of Ethics for Assurance Practitioners issued
by the New Zealand Auditing and Assurance Standards Board and we have fulfilled our other ethical
responsibilities in accordance with these requirements.
In addition to the audit we have carried out engagements in the areas of review of the interim
financial statements, assurance services relating to greenhouse gas emissions inventory, and
compliance with student fee protection rules. In addition we provide non-assurance services
to the Corporate Taxpayers Group. These services are compatible with those independence
requirements. In addition to these engagements, principals and employees of our firm deal with
the Group on normal terms within the ordinary course of trading activities of the Group. These
engagements and trading activities have not impaired our independence as auditor of the Group.
Other than the audit and these engagements and trading activities, we have no relationship with, or
interests in the Group.
Melissa Collier
for Deloitte Limited
On behalf of the Auditor-General
Auckland, New Zealand
50
2022
$M
2021
$M
2020
$M
2019
$M
2018
$M
Operating Revenue
Passenger revenue
Cargo
Contract services
Other revenue
1,476
1,016
117
125
1,470
769
161
117
3,942
449
216
229
4,960
390
197
238
4,696
387
193
219
Operating Expenditure
Labour
Fuel
Maintenance
Aircraft operations
Passenger services
Sales and marketing
Foreign exchange (losses)/gains
Other expenses
2,73 4
(976)
(560)
(259)
(412)
(116)
(131)
(3)
(281)
2,517
(830)
(311)
(254)
(350)
(84)
(73)
(29)
(252)
4,836
(1,197 )
(1,022)
(4 41)
(575)
(258)
(253)
18
(326)
5,785
(1,351)
(1,271)
(399)
(678)
(319)
(350)
53
(290)
5,495
(1,294)
(987)
(352)
(634)
(295)
(344)
(19)
(281)
(2,738) (2,183) (4,054) (4,605) (4,206)
Operating Earnings (excluding items below)
Depreciation and amortisation
Rental and lease expenses
(4)
(668)
-
334
(715)
-
782
(840)
-
1,180
(554)
(245)
1,289
(515)
(227)
(Loss)/Earnings Before Finance Costs, Associates,
Other Significant Items and Taxation
Finance income
Finance costs
Share of earnings of associates (net of taxation)
(672)
14
(94)
27
(381)
8
(90)
19
(58)
34
(103)
39
381
48
(79)
37
547
40
(73)
33
(Loss)/Earnings Before Other Significant Items and Taxation
Other significant items
(725)
(85)
(444)
29
(88)
(541)
387
(5)
547
(57)
(Loss)/Profit Before Taxation
Taxation credit/(expense)
(810)
219
(415)
123
(629)
174
382
(106)
490
(136)
Net (Loss)/Profit Attributable to Shareholders of Parent Company(591) (292) (455) 276 354
Certain comparatives within the five year statistical review have been reclassified for comparative purposes, to ensure consistency
with the current year. Following the International Financial Reporting Interpretations Committee (“IFRIC”) issuing a new interpretation in
April 2021 on Configuration or Customisation Costs in a Cloud Computing Arrangement (IAS 38) certain costs in respect of configuring
or customising a supplier’s application software in a Software as a Service (“SaaS”) arrangement were no longer able to be capitalised
and were required to be recognised as an operating expense. The interpretation was applied retrospectively and comparatives
restated accordingly. The Group adopted NZ IFRS 16 - Leases on 1 July 2019. In accordance with the transitional provisions of NZ
IFRS 16, comparatives have not been restated. NZ IFRS 15 - Revenue from Contracts with Customers was adopted on 1 July 2018 with
comparatives being restated for the 2018 financial year.
HISTORICAL SUMMARY OF FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE
FIVE YEAR STATISTICAL REVIEW
FOR THE YEAR TO 30 JUNE
2022
$M
2021
$M
2020
$M
2019
$M
2018
$M
Cash flow from operating activities
Cash flow from investing activities
Cash flow from financing activities
550
(331)
1,308
318
(177)
(313)
228
(540)
(305)
986
(883)
(391)
1,028
(775)
(279)
Increase/(Decrease) in cash holding 1,527 (172) (617) (288) (26)
Total cash and cash equivalents 1,793 266 438 1,055 1,343
Certain comparatives within the five year statistical review have been reclassified for comparative purposes, to ensure consistency
with the current year. Following the International Financial Reporting Interpretations Committee (“IFRIC”) issuing a new interpretation
in April 2021 on Configuration or Customisation Costs in a Cloud Computing Arrangement (IAS 38) certain costs in respect of
configuring or customising a supplier’s application software in a Software as a Service (“SaaS”) arrangement were no longer able
to be capitalised and were required to be recognised as an operating expense. The interpretation was applied retrospectively and
comparatives restated accordingly.
HISTORICAL SUMMARY OF CASH FLOWS
FIVE YEAR STATISTICAL REVIEW
FOR THE YEAR TO 30 JUNE
AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
5151
2022
$M
2021
$M
2020
$M
2019
$M
2018
$M
Current Assets
Bank and short-term deposits
Other current assets
1,793
704
266
560
438
571
1,055
74 9
1,343
910
Total Current Assets 2,497 826 1,009 1,804 2,253
Non-Current Assets
Property, plant and equipment
Other non-current assets
3,190
2,663
3,128
2,730
3,336
3,193
5,133
680
4,892
554
Total Non-Current Assets 5,853 5,858 6,529 5,813 5,446
Total Assets 8,350 6,684 7, 5 3 8 7,6 17 7,6 9 9
Current Liabilities
Debt
1
Other current liabilities
590
2,581
907
1,446
513
1,589
307
2,359
431
2,265
Total Current Liabilities 3,171 2,353 2,102 2,666 2,696
Non-Current Liabilities
Debt
1
Other non-current liabilities
2,978
524
2,401
832
3,188
934
2,290
672
2,303
630
Total Non-Current Liabilities 3,502 3,233 4,122 2,962 2,933
Total Liabilities 6,673 5,586 6,224 5,628 5,629
Net Assets 1,677 1,098 1,314 1,989 2,070
Total Equity 1,677 1,098 1,314 1,989 2,070
1. Debt is comprised of secured borrowings, bonds, medium term notes, finance lease liabilities, lease liabilities and Redeemable Shares.
HISTORICAL SUMMARY OF FINANCIAL POSITION
FIVE YEAR STATISTICAL REVIEW
AS AT 30 JUNE
2022
$M
2021
$M
2020
$M
2019
$M
2018
$M
Debt
Secured borrowings
Unsecured bonds
Medium term notes
Finance lease liabilities
Lease liabilities
Redeemable shares
1,185
50
608
-
1,525
200
1,497
50
-
-
1,761
-
1,413
50
-
-
2,238
-
1,459
50
-
1,088
-
-
1,563
50
-
1,121
-
-
Bank and short-term deposits
Net open derivatives held in relation to interest-bearing liabilities and
lease liabilities
1
Interest-bearing assets (included within Other assets)
3,568
1,793
23
360
3,308
266
13
324
3,701
438
(37)
334
2,597
1,055
7
264
2,73 4
1,343
42
182
Net Debt 1,392 2,705 2,966 1,271 1,16 7
Net aircraft operating lease commitments
2
- - - 1,246 1,232
Net Debt (including off Balance Sheet) 1,392 2,705 2,966 2,517 2,399
1. Unrealised gains/losses on open debt derivatives
2. Net aircraft operating lease commitments for the next twelve months, multiplied by a factor of seven (excluding short-term leases in 2018 and 2019, which provide cover for
Boeing 787-9 engine issues).
The Group adopted NZ IFRS 16 - Leases on 1 July 2019. In accordance with the transitional provisions of NZ IFRS 16, comparatives have
not been restated.
HISTORICAL SUMMARY OF DEBT
FIVE YEAR STATISTICAL REVIEW
AS AT 30 JUNE
AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022
5252
20222021202020192018
Profitability and Capital Management
E B I TA S
1
/Operating Revenue
EBITDRASA
2
/Operating Revenue
Passenger Revenue per Revenue Passenger Kilometre (Yield)
Passenger Revenue per Available Seat Kilometre (RASK)
3
Cost per Available Seat Kilometre (CASK)
4
Return on Invested Capital Pre-tax (ROIC)
5
Liquidity ratio
6
Gearing (incl. net capitalised aircraft operating leases)
7
%
%
cents
cents
cents
%
%
%
(24.6)
(0.1)
20.7
13.9
13.7
(21.2)
65.6
45.4
(15.1)
13.3
24.9
14.3
12.5
(8.2)
10.6
71.1
(1.2)
16.2
13.3
10.8
10.5
(13.3)
9.1
69.3
6.6
20.4
12.9
10.8
10.0
10.6
18.2
55.9
10.0
23.5
12.8
10.6
9.5
13.6
26.8
53.7
Shareholder Value
Basic Earnings per Share
8
Operating Cash Flow per Share
8
Ordinary Dividends Declared per Share
8
Net Tangible Assets per Share
8
Closing Share Price 30 June
Weighted Average Number of Ordinary Shares
Total Number of Ordinary Shares
Total Market Capitalisation
Total Shareholder Returns
9
cps
cps
cps
$
$
m
m
$m
%
(40.8)
16.3
-
0.39
0.57
1,449
3,368
1,920
(19.5)
(26.0)
28.3
-
0.86
1.55
1,123
1,123
1 ,74 0
0.7
(40.5)
20.3
-
1.10
1.32
1,123
1,123
1,482
(5.3)
24.6
8 7. 8
22.0
1.82
2.65
1,123
1,123
2,976
14.0
31.5
91.6
22.0
1.92
3.18
1,123
1,123
3,565
26.7
1. (Loss)/Earnings before interest and taxation (EBIT) excluding share of earnings of associates (net of taxation) and other significant items (refer footnote under Historical
Summary of Financial Performance)
2. EBITDRA excluding share of earnings of associates (net of taxation) and other significant items (refer footnote under Historical Summary of Financial Performance)
3. Passenger revenue per passenger flights Available Seat Kilometre
4. Operating expenditure (excluding other significant items) per ASK (refer footnote under Historical Summary of Financial Performance)
5. (EBIT plus interest component of aircraft operating leases)/average capital employed (Net Debt plus Equity) over the period
6. (Bank and short-term deposits and interest-bearing assets (excluding restricted cash))/Operating Revenue
7. Net Debt (including capitalised aircraft operating leases)/(Net Debt plus Equity)
8. Per-share measures based upon Ordinary Shares. Net tangible assets exclude ‘Intangible assets’ and ‘Deferred taxation’ reported on the face of the Statement of Financial
Position as well as carbon credit assets reported within ‘Other assets’
9. Return over five years including the change in share price and dividends received (assuming dividends are reinvested in shares on ex dividend date)
Certain comparatives within the five year statistical review have been reclassified for comparative purposes, to ensure consistency
with the current year. Following the International Financial Reporting Interpretations Committee (“IFRIC”) issuing a new interpretation in
April 2021 on Configuration or Customisation Costs in a Cloud Computing Arrangement (IAS 38) certain costs in respect of configuring
or customising a supplier’s application software in a Software as a Service (“SaaS”) arrangement were no longer able to be capitalised
and were required to be recognised as an operating expense. The interpretation was applied retrospectively and comparatives
restated accordingly. The Group adopted NZ IFRS 16 - Leases on 1 July 2019. In accordance with the transitional provisions of NZ
IFRS 16, comparatives have not been restated. NZ IFRS 15 - Revenue from Contracts with Customers was adopted on 1 July 2018 with
comparatives being restated for the 2018 financial year.
KEY FINANCIAL METRICS
FIVE YEAR STATISTICAL REVIEW
AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
5353
20222021202020192018
Passengers Carried (000)
Domestic
6,836
8,191
8,821
11,513
11,089
International
Australia and Pacific Islands
Asia
America and Europe
734
51
124
386
32
40
3,002
734
968
4,044
914
1,267
3,798
837
1,242
To t a l 909 458 4,704 6,225 5,877
Total Group 7,74 5 8,649 13,525 17,73 8 16,966
Available Seat Kilometres (M)
Domestic
4,929
5,480
5,619
7,10 4
6,905
International
Australia and Pacific Islands
Asia
America and Europe
2,665
1,229
1,828
2,214
1,572
1,038
10,367
8,117
12,232
13,640
9,699
15,586
12,963
9,169
15,237
To t a l 5,72 2 4,824 30,716 38,925 37,369
Total passenger flights 10,651 10,304 36,335 46,029 44,274
Cargo-only flights 9,368 7,106 2,151 - -
Total Group 20,019 17,410 38,486 46,029 4 4, 2 74
Revenue Passenger Kilometres (M)
Domestic
3,452
4,244
4,552
5,957
5,719
International
Australia and Pacific Islands
Asia
America and Europe
1,937
445
1,312
964
292
408
8,265
6,526
10,225
11,195
8,140
13,281
10,584
7,4 6 7
12,892
To t a l 3,694 1,664 25,016 32,616 30,943
Total Group 7,14 6 5,908 29,568 38,573 36,662
Passenger Load Factor (%)
Domestic
70.1
7 7.4
81.0
83.9
82.8
International
Australia and Pacific Islands
Asia
America and Europe
72.7
36.2
71.8
43.5
18.6
39.3
79.7
80.4
83.6
82.1
83.9
85.2
81.6
81.4
84.6
To t a l 65.5 36.5 81.4 83.8 83.4
Total Group 6 7.1 5 7. 3 81.4 83.8 82.8
GROUP EMPLOYEE NUMBERS (Full Time Equivalents) 8,863 7, 8 4 0 9,988 11,793 11 ,0 74
New Zealand, Australia and Pacific Islands represent short-haul operations. Asia, America and Europe represent long-haul operations.
K E Y O P E R AT I N G S TAT I S T I C S
FIVE YEAR STATISTICAL REVIEW
FOR THE YEAR TO 30 JUNE
AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022
54
Effective corporate governance is at the heart of the Air New Zealand Board’s agenda, and it considers its governance practices to be
consistent with the Principles of the NZX Corporate Governance Code.
This Corporate Governance Statement was approved by the Board on 24 August 2022 and is current as at that date.
Our Governance Structure
The Board
The Board is responsible for guiding the corporate strategy and direction of Air New Zealand
and has overall responsibility for decision making.
Audit & Risk Committee
(ARC)
Advises and assists the Board in
discharging its responsibilities
with respect to financial
reporting, compliance and risk
management practices of Air
New Zealand, and oversight of
key risks including climate and
cybersecurity.
Chair: Alison Gerry
Claudia Batten
Laurissa Cooney
Jonathan Mason
Dame Therese Walsh
People Remuneration &
Diversity Committee (PRDC)
Advises and assists the Board
in discharging its responsibilities
with respect to oversight
of the People Strategy of
Air New Zealand.
Chair: Jonathan Mason
Dean Bracewell
Laurissa Cooney
Paul Goulter
Dame Therese Walsh
Health Safety & Security
Committee (HSSC)
Advises and assists the Board
in discharging its responsibilities
with respect to health, safety
and security matters arising
out of activities within and by
Air New Zealand including
oversight of health, safety and
security risks.
Chair: Dean Bracewell
Larry De Shon
Alison Gerry
Paul Goulter
Dame Therese Walsh
External Sustainability
Advisory Panel
External advisory panel
providing advice to the Board
and Management on
Sustainability matters.
Chair: Sir Jonathan Porritt
Dr Susanne Becken
Katherine Corich
Prof. Tim Jackson
Sam Mostyn AO
N a d i n e To e To e
Chief Executive Officer
Delegated responsibility for
implementing the Board’s
strategy and for managing the
operations of Air New Zealand.
External
Audit
Head of
Internal Audit
Reports
functionally
to the Audit
and Risk
Committee and
administratively
to the Chief
Financial Officer.
Chief Financial Officer
Disclosure Committee
Facilitates the provision
of timely and apppropriate
market disclosure.
General Counsel
& Company Secretary
Secretary to the Board and
accountable directly to the Board,
through the Chair, on all matters
to do with the proper functioning
of the Board.
Board / Committee meeting attendance – 1 July 2021 to 30 June 2022
Board
Audit and Risk
Committee
People Remuneration
& Diversity Committee
Health, Safety and
Security CommitteeCovid-19 Committee
Attendance
1
Attendance
1
Attendance
1
Attendance
1
Attendance
1
Dame Therese Walsh17/174/45/54/48/8
Claudia Batten13/133/3
Dean Bracewell16/175/53/3
Laurissa Cooney17/174/45/5
Larry De Shon16/174/4
Alison Gerry13/133/32/34/4
Paul Goulter13/133/33/3
Jonathan Mason16/174/45/58/8
Jan Dawson4/41/12/24/4
Rob Jager3/41/1
Linda Jenkinson4/41/1
1
The attendance is the number of meetings attended / number of meetings for which the director was a member.
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Laurissa Cooney
Dean Bracewell
Paul Goulter
Jonathan Mason
Larry De Shon
Alison Gerry
Dame Therese Walsh
Claudia Batten
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Current Directors
Dame Therese Walsh
DNZM, BCA, FCA
Independent Non-Executive Director
(Appointed 1 May 2016)
Chair
Claudia Batten
LLB(Hons), BCA
Independent Non-Executive Director
(Appointed 28 October 2021)
Dean Bracewell
Independent Non-Executive Director
(Appointed 20 April 2020)
Health Safety & Security Committee Chair
Laurissa Cooney
BMS(Hons), FCA, CMInstD
Independent Non-Executive Director
(Appointed 1 October 2019)
Larry De Shon
BA Communications, BA Sociology
Independent Non-Executive Director
(Appointed 20 April 2020)
Alison Gerry
BMS(Hons), MAppFin
Independent Non-Executive Director
(Appointed 28 October 2021)
Audit and Risk Committee Chair
Paul Goulter
LLB, MA(Hons), BA
Independent Non-Executive Director
(Appointed 28 October 2021)
Jonathan Mason
MBA, MA, BA
Independent Non-Executive Director
(Appointed 1 March 2014)
People Remuneration & Diversity Committee Chair
Details of directors’ skills and experience can be found at
airnewzealand.co.nz/air-new-zealand-board
Board skills and diversity
4
TourismCustomer
Experience
4
Sustainability
3
Government
/ Stakeholder
3
International
Business
5
Digital
/ Technology
2
Engineering
/ Safety
3
5
Financial
GenderAge
40 – 49
2
60 – 69
4
Average
57
50 – 59
2
Residence
Offshore
1
Regional
3
Auckland
2
Other main centre
2
Female
4
Female
50%
Male
4
1654327
Tenure as at 30 June 2022
098
Director
Chair
Average
3.0 years
Years
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Independence
The Board has identified criteria in its Charter, against which it evaluates the independence of directors in line with the
NZX Listing Rules. These are designed to ensure directors are not unduly influenced in their decisions and activities by
any personal, family or business interests.
All directors have been determined to be Independent Directors under these criteria, and for the purposes of the NZX
Listing Rules. Directors are required to inform the Board of all relevant information which may affect their independence
such that the Board continually considers the independence of its members.
The Board Charter makes explicit that the Chair and the Chief Executive roles are separate.
Director Appointments
Jan Dawson, Rob Jager and Linda Jenkinson retired from the Board at the conclusion of the Annual Shareholders’
Meeting held on 28 October 2021. Shareholders at that meeting elected Claudia Batten, Alison Gerry and Paul Goulter to
the Board as independent, non-executive directors.
The Board’s approach to appointing directors is depicted below. The Board as a whole considers the requirement for
additional or replacement directors.
Needs AnalysisIdentificationSuitabilityAppointmentEstablishment
• Assessment of existing
and desirable skills on
the Board to fulfil its
governance role and
contribute to the long-
term strategic direction
of the Company
• Diversity considerations
• Identification of suitable
candidates.
• External consultants
may be engaged
• Ensure constitutional
requirements are met
• Ensure relevant
independence criteria
(including NZX Code) are
satisfied
• Interviewing and
reference checking
• Formal letter of
appointment outlining
key terms and conditions
of appointment
• Shareholder approval at
next Annual Shareholder
Meeting
• Induction
• Disclosure of Interests
and agree conflicts
management plans
where relevant
• Committee assignments
• Ongoing evaluation and
development
Directors are expected to acquire a shareholding in the Company equivalent to 50% of the annual base director fee
within 3 years of appointment.
Key Governance documents are available on the
Air New Zealand website. These include:
• the Company’s Code of Conduct and Ethics, stating our guiding principles of ethical and legal
conduct, applicable to everyone working at or for Air New Zealand – directors, executives, employees,
contractors and agents
• the Securities Trading Policy, identifying behaviours that are illegal, unacceptable or risky in relation
to dealings in Air New Zealand’s securities by directors, employees or their associated persons
• the Continuous Disclosure Policy, addressing compliance with continuous disclosure obligations,
and the timely treatment of Material Information.
• Charters for the Board and each of its Committees, detailing authorities, responsibilities, membership
and operation
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Air New Zealand’s key Governance documents can be found at
airnewzealand.co.nz/corporate-governance
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Diversity and Inclusion
The Company’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Policy recognises the value of a
diverse workforce, proudly representative of Aotearoa, and aims to create an
inclusive environment where Air New Zealanders can be themselves and thrive.
Diversity is considered across a number of measures, including gender, ethnicity,
disability, age, and sexual identity. There is a focus on recruitment practices
that promote the retention and attraction of diverse talent, and a broad range of
employee initiatives to reflect, support and develop the diversity we have in the
airline. We continue to focus on improving inclusion and accessibility for people
with disabilities and creating more opportunities for youth. Air New Zealand’s 10
Employee Networks all play a key role in supporting and advocating for employees
and ensuring the success of the airline’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion strategy.
With an ongoing challenging environment, Air New Zealand’s performance has
remained consistent in respect of the Policy. With a target of 50% women in the
Airline Leadership Team (which includes the Executive Team), the Company
achieved 45.5% as at 30 June 2022. This target will be maintained and there
will be a continued focus on building a pipeline of women leaders at all levels of
leadership to help us achieve this.
2014201920182017201620152022
Female
employees
201320212020
60.0%
50.0%
40.0%
30.0%
20.0%
10.0%
0
All employees
ALT / Exec
Air New Zealand also has a target of 20% of the Company’s people leadership roles being held by Māori and Pasifika
employees by 2025; as at 30 June 2022 the result was 15%. The target will be maintained for the following financial year,
and the Mangōpare leadership development programme continues to support growth in our Māori and Pasifika aspiring
leaders, with two cohorts totalling 36 people having completed the programme during the 2022 financial year.
*AS AT 30 JUNE20212022
Directors (female:male:gender diverse)4:4:04:4:0
Executive team (female:male:gender diverse)*3:4:03:6:0
* The Executive Team comprises the Chief Executive Officer and direct reports to the Chief Executive Officer,
and corresponds to “Officers” as defined in the Listing Rules. The Company has announced the appointment of
a Chief Sustainability Officer to commence in December 2022 who is not included in the figures above.
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2014201920182017201620152022201320212020
Gender balance
– Board
100.0%
90.0%
80.0%
70.0%
60.0%
50.0%
40.0%
30.0%
20.0%
10.0%
0
3 year average
Male
Female
2014201920182017201620152022201320212020
Gender balance
– Executive
100.0%
90.0%
80.0%
70.0%
60.0%
50.0%
40.0%
30.0%
20.0%
10.0%
0
3 year average
Male
Female
Shareholder Engagement
Air New Zealand utilises a number of channels to communicate with its shareholders. The investor centre on the
Air New Zealand website is the focal point for many of these, and shareholders are encouraged to utilise this site,
which contains current and historical financial information, shareholder meeting materials, and links to other
information of relevance to investors. The Investor Relations e-mail can also be used by shareholders to efficiently
address enquiries regarding their investment.
Air New Zealand
Investor Relations
Regular
Disclosures
on Company
Performance
Investor Centre
Website
Electronic
Communications
Webcast
Interim and
Annual Results
Presentations
Investor Day
Briefings
Hybrid Annual
Shareholder
Meetings
Disclosure of material information is first made through announcements to NZX and ASX. In accordance with the
Companies Act, Constitution and Listing Rules, Air New Zealand refers any significant matters to shareholders for
approval at a shareholder meeting.
Air New Zealand posts any Notices of Shareholder Meetings on its website as soon as these are available. The general
practice is to make these available not less than four weeks prior to the shareholder meeting. The hybrid form of
shareholder meeting (attendance either physically or digitally) enables wide participation by shareholders.
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Air New Zealand’s Investor Centre can be found at
airnewzealand.co.nz/investor-centre
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Differences in Practice to NZX Code
The Board has not established protocols setting out procedures to be followed in the event of a takeover offer.
This is because the Board considers receipt of a takeover offer to be an extremely unlikely event in light of the Crown’s
majority shareholding in the Company and the other shareholding restrictions that apply to Air New Zealand. In addition,
Air New Zealand would have adequate time to implement such protocols and procedures, and communicate those to
shareholders, should circumstances change. Accordingly, and having regard to the supporting commentary in the NZX
Corporate Governance Code, the Board considers that it is reasonable and appropriate for Air New Zealand not to follow
Recommendation 3.6 of the Code at this time. Notwithstanding this, the Board agrees with the principles behind this
recommendation, being good communication with shareholders and independent directors leading matters that
require appropriate independence.
Board Activities
The ongoing effects of the Covid-19 pandemic impacted on the Board activities and decisions during the year, with a
high workload and time commitment being required. However, the Board ensured it retained a strategic perspective and
that the Company is positioning itself for the future. The Board operates a regular schedule of formal Board meetings,
most of which utilised on-line meeting tools due to lockdowns, and where necessary the use of written resolutions.
This activity is supplemented by a programme of Strategy sessions enabling deep dives into topical matters.
During the year Directors attended 17 Board meetings and 7 Strategy sessions. There were also 21 Committee meetings
(4 ARC, 4 HSSC, 5 PRDC and 8 Covid-19).
Key areas addressed during the year include:
Kia Mau
Guiding the Company’s strategy, ensuring it remains appropriate in a dynamic operating context, and monitoring
progress towards achievement, is central to the Board’s activities. The Kia Mau strategy has been refined during the year
in light of internal and external factors including global concerns over carbon emissions, the pathways to recovery from
the Covid-19 pandemic, changing competitive threats, technological developments including artificial intelligence, and
changing stakeholder expectations.
At heart, the Kia Mau strategy remains robust, focussed on the opportunities to Grow Domestic, Optimise International,
and Lift Loyalty. The business drivers – Brilliant Basics, Serious about Sustainability, Digital Dexterity, and Prioritising
People & Safety – remain key to the airline best serving its customers, shareholders, and wider society.
Funding
A key focus area of the Board was the preparation for and execution of a capital raise to provide adequate funding
for the future success of the airline. Directors were particularly conscious of their legal duties to the company and its
shareholders, employees, customers and creditors, and gave careful consideration to advice prior to resolving to make
a rights issue, and in the successful completion of this exercise and the subsequent debt raising.
The Renounceable Rights Offer raised $1.2 billion, and the Company subsequently raised a further AUD550 million
(~NZD608 million) in an Australian Medium Term Note (AMTN) debt issuance. With a further $400 million standby
facility available from the Crown, the airline is financially well positioned to thrive.
Prior to the capital raise the Board also issued $600 million in Redeemable Shares to the Crown, and has since
redeemed and cancelled $400 million of these.
Climate Change
Climate change presents a significant challenge to the airline, and the Board has considered the key risks and
management’s pathway towards a net zero carbon goal. The Board has had visibility of the development of a science
based target (which has subsequently been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative) and the ongoing process
of developing meaningful climate-based reporting including the initial iteration of scenario modelling. New technology
will be crucial to achieving the desired outcomes, and the Board continues to monitor and promote initiatives in this
space, including Sustainable Aviation Fuel and zero emission aircraft technologies. The Audit and Risk Committee has
specific responsibility to oversee this area, and the forthcoming appointment of a Chief Sustainability Officer has been
a welcome recognition of the importance of this activity.
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Airline Restart
The Board’s clear focus as the airline restarted passenger operations was safety: of passengers, pilots and crew,
ground staff, aircraft, and operations. The lead time necessary to prepare for a safe restart required careful
assessment, and the airline had to work through timing uncertainties around easing of domestic and international
travel constraints. As routes have reopened, the Board has engaged with management on the ongoing resourcing
challenges in the airline, to minimise impacts on customers and maintain the level of manaaki we pride ourselves on.
Almost 1,500 staff were recruited or returned to the airline during the year, and recruitment has continued at pace
into the new financial year. Similar resource challenges are faced by many of the airline’s suppliers and partners, and
the Board has supported flexibility in management’s responses to customer disruption, and focussed investment in
systems and people to help address these.
Full Potential
The Board has engaged closely with management as the airline has explored and moved towards an Agile operating
model. Directors have brought their experience with both the model and the transition process to assist and challenge
management, and the Board is also addressing how its own operations can best adapt and support an Agile approach.
Te Ao Māori
Celebrating our indigenous culture is important to our business, and the Board encourages this dimension to be part of
the way we work. This year the Board has actively brought this into the Boardroom, with directors participating in and
endorsing the creation of a Te Ao Māori strategy for the business. This has given the Board a renewed appreciation of the
taonga we are privileged to share. Our Tiaki Promise, which formed the backbone of the latest Safety video, is another
way the Company links its desire to care for our environment and our pride in our Māori culture and heritage.
Safety
Primarily through the Board’s Health Safety and Security Committee, the safety of our customers, employees and
aircraft has been a consistent theme. All Directors take the opportunity when visiting airports and offices to participate
in Safety Walk Arounds, and these are shared with the Board and management to identify areas where improvements
can be made, or to recognise the good work being done by our employees.
The Board was particularly pleased to note the success of both the company and individual managers in the NZ
Workplace Health & Safety Awards, recognising industry leadership in health and safety, and the HeadFit Awards
recognising innovation and technology excellence in respect of mental health.
Remuneration
Ensuring our employees are rewarded for their contribution, and motivated toward achievement of the company’s
objectives, has been the focus of the Board’s oversight of remuneration. Through the People, Remuneration and
Diversity Committee, the Board has supported a focus on ensuring our lower paid employees are fairly remunerated,
and is also paying close attention to the structure of incentive plans.
Board Assessment
The Board engaged Propero to review its performance, and this exercise was completed in August 2022. The Board is
developing action plans to address key findings.
Employee Surveys and Culture
Regular employee surveys are taken, and the Board monitors the results. In addition to the overall engagement scores,
particular attention is paid to staff comments, and any trends that these highlight. Staff have remained very engaged
despite the challenges of the past two years, and the Board is keen to build on the sense of purpose that is evident
amongst our whanau, and encouraged by the high levels of commitment to safety.
The Company’s values underpin the cultural behaviours required to make the Full Potential transformation a success,
and the project to relocate the Head Office to the Auckland Airport base should better align the culture and ensure
strong connections between operational and administrative activities.
Each Board meeting includes an opportunity for the Directors to get to know one of our leaders, both as a senior
manager and as an individual. The commitment of these leaders to making our airline the best flying experience on
Earth is evident, and helps explain the manaaki expressed throughout the airline.
Fleet Plan
The Board has engaged with management, especially through the preparation for the capital raise, on the appropriate
composition of the wide body fleet to meet projected demand and align to the Kia Mau strategy. In addition to the aircraft
mix, the interior layout options have been considered by the Board, including a refresh of the Business Premier offering,
and determining the optimal mix of seat offerings for different destinations.
The Board is also being kept abreast of developing technologies to support the sustainability objectives, particularly
zero emissions aircraft.
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Customer Initiatives
The Board has been kept up to date by management on a number of customer initiatives, from in-flight food offerings
to innovative aircraft layouts including the Skynests to be offered on the Boeing 787 fleet. Customer satisfaction is
constantly measured, and remained strong despite the challenges presented, especially by Covid-19, on staff and
schedules, and the impacts on the call centre.
The care our people demonstrate to our customers has been a major factor in the Company’s success in external
awards and industry recognition.
• AirlineRatings.com: Best Long-Haul Airline Pacific, Best Premium Economy,
and Best Economy and 2nd in the Top Twenty Airlines for 2022
• First – Kantar Corporate Reputation
• Judges award – 2021 Deloitte Top 200 Awards
• Best Air Cargo Carrier – Oceania at the 2021 Asian Freight and Supply Chain (AFLAS) Awards
Risk Management/Strategic Risks
In a complex operating environment, risk is a fact of life, and it is important to the Board that material risks are identified
and appropriately managed. In some cases, there is also a legal or regulatory overlay to be addressed.
The Board
The Board is responsible for guiding the corporate strategy and direction of Air New Zealand
and has overall responsibility for decision making.
Other management committees & functions
Audit and Risk Committee
Oversees risk processes
and internal and external
audit functions.
Oversight of key risks, including
climate and cybersecurity risks.
Enterprise Risk
Consolidates Risk Register
content and prepares Group
Risk Profile.
Supports implementation of
Enterprise Risk Management
Framework.
Digital Integrity
Ensures that architecture, data,
cybersecurity and engineering
best practices are integrated
across the airline, including
monitoring and treating digital
enterprise risks.
Sustainability
Identification and management
of climate-related risks and
opportunities, and climate-related
disclosures.
Group Safety Review
Board (GSRB)
Monitors effectiveness of
Safety Management Systems,
including people safety and air
worthiness risks, and associated
regulatory compliance.
Internal Audit
Provides assurance through independent challenge, verification and review of risk management and identifies opportunities for improvement.
Health Safety
& Security Committee
Oversees health, safety
and security risks, and the
operation of Safety Management
Systems and the Group Safety
Review Board.
Note: Only principal management relationships are depicted.
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Risks are identified through both top-down and bottom-up processes, and follow a regular cadence of reporting
to relevant management, Board Committees or the Board.
Each of the Strategic Risks is confirmed by the Audit and Risk Committee, and prioritised based on an
assessment of the level of risk, itself a function of the likelihood and the impact of an event. All risks are also
assigned a responsible manager, who ensures appropriate management of the risk. Given their significance,
Principal Risks are assigned to members of the Executive Team.
A broad review of the risk management framework is underway to ensure it continues to operate effectively
under the Full Potential model. As well as considering how the process will perform under the new model,
recognising changes to the organisational structure and functional interactions, the exercise is addressing the
cadence of risk review and reporting, and where capability can be improved. The Audit and Risk Committee is
closely involved in this review.
The Company’s key Strategic Risks include the risks tabulated below. The identification of Strategic Risks guides
both the Board and its Committees as they address risk priorities and this year there have been deep dives on a
number of these including Sustainability, Cybersecurity and Loyalty.
Particular attention has been paid to climate risks and cybersecurity, both areas where the Board has
continued to up-skill and also draws on a range of internal and external advice. Risks associated with the recent
deterioration in the economic sector, the knock-on effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, and the transition to the
Full Potential operating framework are also being closely monitored.
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Strategic
Risk Area
DescriptionMitigation
Climate Change:
Transitional Risks
Increasing carbon regulation globally,
changing customer sentiment and
constraints in relation to decarbonisation
may adversely impact travel demand, cost
of operations, investor expectations and
Air New Zealand’s social licence.
Initiatives into and promotion of sustainable
fuels and zero emission aircraft, and
mitigation of carbon cost. Active
engagement with stakeholders, including
customer-facing initiatives and climate-
related financial disclosures.
Macroeconomic
uncertainty
Heightened economic, geopolitical and
market uncertainties could affect the ability
to anticipate and plan for the recovery
in travel demand (and the shape of this
recovery) accurately, adversely impacting
supply side planning, revenue optimisation
and growth expectations.
Regular market monitoring through a
range of economic and market indicators
to facilitate forecasting of and planning for
underlying demand, revenue and capacity.
Cybersecurity
A cyber-attack could lead to a significant
data privacy breach, loss of integrity/
availability of information or of a control
system and widespread business disruption
resulting in financial loss, reputational
damage and regulatory fines or sanctions.
Cybersecurity programme delivered
by a dedicated Cybersecurity function,
complemented by appropriate
cybersecurity measures and insurance.
Technology debt
An aging, disparate legacy IT asset base
may lead to digital disruption, impede
transformation and innovation, and
introduce cyber vulnerabilities and business
continuity impacts.
Technology Roadmap, System Lifecycle
Management and program to reduce
technology debt, supported by threat and
vulnerability management systems.
Breakdown in
Industrial Relations
Inability to reset legacy employment
agreements, pressure on pay rates and
introduction of mandatory vaccines could
lead to a deterioration in union relationships,
a heightened risk of industrial unrest and
the potential for significant operational
disruption as flight demand returns in the
recovery phase.
Dedicated HR team with effective
union relationship management, supported
by communication and issue resolution
processes.
Talent risk – Retention
and attraction
An intensified war for talent, industry
disruption and inability to attract talent may
lead to a loss of specialist critical skills, loss
of institutional knowledge and capability
gaps constraining the ability to move toward
Full Potential transformation.
Talent Strategy review and alignment for
identification of critical roles and skills,
supplemented with succession planning
and career development for critical roles
and key talent.
Grow Domestic
Optimise
International
Lift Loyalty
Brilliant Basics
Serious about
Sustainability
Digital Dexterity
Prioritising
People & Safety
Kia Mau strategies
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Strategic
Risk Area
DescriptionMitigation
People Health, Safety
and Wellbeing
Continued operational uncertainty,
complexity and change in the operating
environment could lead to employee
fatigue, burnout, mental ill health and overall
heightened wellbeing concerns.
Health, safety and wellbeing management
framework and Group critical risk protocols
for active monitoring and management of
risks and incidents.
Competition –
Traditional and
Disruptive
A significant increase in disruptive
competition from emerging technologies,
traditional competition or airline/industry
consolidation during and post Covid-19 may
lead to disintermediation of customers and
marginalisation of Air New Zealand.
Investment in technology through
innovation partnerships and research and
development, and active management of
alliances relationships and partners around
response to emerging trends identified.
Another Pandemic or
significant unforeseen
macro event
The onset of an unforeseen significant
macro event such as a pandemic, ongoing
pandemic disruptions or other Acts of
God could create uncertainty around
demand/destinations for travel (domestic
& international), adversely affecting
operations, financial performance and the
ability to deliver strategy.
Activation of Group Emergency
Management Team for management of
Emergency response and ongoing Business
Continuity Management.
Changing customer
expectations
A lack of responsiveness to changing
customer expectations, adverse publicity
or media perception could erode brand
strength and reputation leading to loss of
competitiveness and constrained growth.
Ongoing monitoring of customer
satisfaction, and identification of and
investment in valued customer product
offerings. Responsive customer policies
and reputation management.
Infrastructure
Constraints
Insufficient investment in New Zealand
airport infrastructure (including but not
limited to air traffic control, security,
lounge facilities or renewable energy
generation) could constrain the future
growth of the airline.
Engagement with government and airports
to influence and align infrastructure
planning and promote sustainable initiatives
including provision for decarbonisation and
new aircraft technologies.
Climate Change:
Physical Risks
Climate change and the increasing
frequency and severity of weather events
may lead to chronic physical damage,
sustained operational disruption and
network growth limitations, which in turn
could impact on the cost of operations
and the customer experience.
Investment in new flight planning and
weather tools, and continuous review of
operational procedures. Promotion of
sustainable aviation fuel solutions and
climate-related disclosures. Ongoing
engagement with key partners.
A third line of defence, behind the business’s identification and management of risks, and the operation of the risk management
framework and engagement of the Board and Board Committees, is the internal audit function. This group acts for the Audit and Risk
Committee (and through them, the Board) to independently and objectively assess, assure and enhance the business’s management of
risk. Outputs from this activity can include specific action plans whose achievement is monitored by the Audit and Risk Committee.
Grow Domestic
Optimise
International
Lift Loyalty
Brilliant Basics
Serious about
Sustainability
Digital Dexterity
Prioritising
People & Safety
Kia Mau strategies
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External Audit
As a Public Entity, Air New Zealand is subject to the Public Audit Act 2001. The Auditor-General is the auditor, but may
appoint an independent auditor to conduct the audit process. Melissa Collier of Deloitte has been appointed in this
respect, from the 2022 financial year.
The Audit and Risk Committee liaises with the Auditor-General on the appointment and re-appointment of the
external auditors, to ensure the independence of the external auditor is maintained, and to approve the performance
of any non-audit services in accordance with the Audit Independence Policy.
Air New Zealand requires the external auditor to rotate its lead audit partner at least every five years, with suitable
succession planning to ensure consistency.
On a regular basis the Audit and Risk Committee meets with the external auditor to discuss any matters that either
party believes should be discussed confidentially. The Chair of the Audit and Risk Committee will call a meeting of
that Committee if so requested by the external auditor.
The appointed external auditor has historically attended the Annual Shareholders’ Meeting, and is available to answer
relevant questions from shareholders at that meeting.
Remuneration
Director Remuneration
In accordance with the Constitution, shareholder approval is sought for any increase in the pool available to pay
directors’ fees. Approval was last sought in 2015, when the pool limit was set at $1,100,000 per annum. This approval was
based on 7 directors; with a Board comprising 8 directors the pool limit is $1,232,333 per annum consistent with NZX
Listing Rule 2.11.3.
Where the pool permits, the Board may amend the actual fees paid to reflect market conditions or other relevant factors.
The Board has determined the following allocation of the pool.
PositionFees (Per Annum)
Board of DirectorsChair
1
$270,000
Deputy Chair$114,000
Member$100,000
Audit and Risk CommitteeChair$40,000
Member$20,000
Health, Safety and Security CommitteeChair$40,000
Member$20,000
People Remuneration and Diversity CommitteeChair$20,000
Member$10,000
1. The Chair receives no additional committee fees.
Air New Zealand’s Independent Non-Executive Directors do not participate in any executive remuneration scheme
or employee share schemes, nor do they receive options, bonus payments or any incentive-based remuneration.
Directors are entitled to be reimbursed by Air New Zealand for reasonable travelling, accommodation and other
expenses they may incur whilst travelling to and from meetings of the directors or committees. Directors have an
entitlement to a limited number of free of charge flights for each year served as a director as set out in a director
travel policy.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE STATEMENT (CONTINUED)
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Remuneration and benefits of directors and former directors in the reporting period are tabulated below.
Board
Fees
ARCHSSCPRDCTo t a l
Fees
Value
o f Tr a v e l
Entitlement
Utlised
1, 8
Dame Therese Walsh (Chair)$270,000---$270,000$14,008
Claudia Batten
2
$ 6 7,4 3 6$13,487--$80,923$1,820
Dean Bracewell
3
$100,000-$26,667
(Chair
3
)
$10,000$136,667$19,383
Laurissa Cooney
4
$100,000$20,000-$ 7, 5 0 0$ 12 7, 5 0 0$ 32,198
Larry De Shon$100,000-$20,000-$120,000-
Alison Gerry
5
$ 6 7,4 3 6$26,975
(Chair
5
)
$13,487-$ 10 7, 8 9 8$11,208
Paul Goulter
6
$66,667-$13,333$6,667$86,667-
Jonathan Mason$100,000$20,000-$20,000
(Chair)
$140,000$43,577
Jan Dawson (Deputy Chair)
7
$38,000$13,333
(Chair)
-$3,333$54,666-
Rob Jager
7
$33,333-$13,333
(Chair)
-$46,666-
Linda Jenkinson
7
$33,333-$6,667-$40,000$43,096
Total$976,205$93,795$93,487$ 47, 500$1,210,987$165,290
Amounts stated as FBT and GST exclusive where applicable.
1. Includes value of travel benefits for related parties and benefits accrued in prior years utilised in current year.
2. Claudia Batten was elected to the Board on 28 October 2021 and was appointed to the ARC from that date.
3. Dean Bracewell was appointed as Chair of the HSSC from 28 October 2021.
4. Laurissa Cooney was appointed to the PRDC from 28 October 2021.
5. Alison Gerry was elected to the Board on 28 October 2021 and was appointed as the Chair of the ARC and a member
of the HSSC from that date.
6. Paul Goulter was elected to the Board on 28 October 2021 and was appointed to the HSSC and the PRDC from that date.
7. Jan Dawson, Rob Jager and Linda Jenkinson retired from the Board on 28 October 2021.
8. The value of the travel entitlements utilised by former directors during the 2022 financial year were as follows:
Tony Carter ($9,392), Paul Bingham ($55,748), Roger France ($6,486), Jim Fox ($9,033), John Palmer ($4,232),
Warren Larsen ($730), Jane Freeman ($33,192). Additional travel entitlements for Jan Dawson, Rob Jager
and Linda Jenkinson $4,800, $20,875 and $68,530 respectively were utilised post their retirement on 28 October
2021 in accordance with the travel policy.
The Board disestablished the Funding Committee in February 2022. The Board also operated a special purpose
committee comprising Jan Dawson (to 28 October 2021), Alison Gerry (from 28 October 2021), Jonathan Mason and
Dame Therese Walsh, to assist in management of Covid-19 issues. No additional fees were payable to directors who were
members of either the Funding Committee or the Covid-19 Committee.
In addition to the director remuneration provisions above, Air New Zealand’s employee remuneration policy and the
remuneration of the Chief Executive Officer is discussed in the remuneration report.
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EMPLOYEE REMUNERATION
Remuneration paid in FY22 including base for FY22, incentive payments
and performance rights issued under the LTI scheme
New Zealand ManagementAircrew, Engineering, Overseas and Other
100,000 - 110,000177254
110,000 - 120,000155227
120,000 - 130,000117233
130,000 - 140,00099198
140,000 - 150,00080181
150,000 - 160,00072112
160,000 - 170,00047138
170,000 - 180,00036136
180,000 - 190,00031148
190,000 - 200,00020102
200,000 - 210,0001768
210,000 - 220,0001256
220,000 - 230,0001042
230,000 - 240,000761
240,000 - 250,000643
250,000 - 260,000925
260,000 - 270,000419
270,000 - 280,000234
280,000 - 290,000176
290,000 - 300,000119
300,000 - 310,000118
310,000 - 320,000110
320,000 - 330,000-2
330,000 - 340,000117
340,000 - 350,00029
350,000 - 360,000331
360,000 - 370,000-20
370,000 - 380,000211
380,000 - 390,000412
390,000 - 400,00053
400,000 - 410,00028
410,000 - 420,000-5
420,000 - 430,00012
430,000 - 440,000-5
440,000 - 450,00024
450,000 - 460,00013
460,000 - 470,000-2
470,000 - 480,000-4
480,000 - 490,00013
500,000 - 510,000-1
520,000 - 530,0001-
530,000 - 540,000-1
550,000 - 560,00031
560,000 - 570,0001-
570,000 - 580,00011
580,000 - 590,0001-
630,000 - 640,0001-
650,000 - 660,0002-
680,000 - 690,0001-
700,000 - 710,0001-
710,000 - 720,0001-
740,000 - 750,0001-
850,000 - 860,0002-
960,000 - 970,0001-
1,020,000 - 1,030,0001-
1,030,000 - 1,040,0001-
2,640,000 - 2,650,0001-
Grand Total949 2,345
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REMUNERATION REPORT
Remuneration Philosophy
Air New Zealand’s remuneration philosophy is aligned with its recruitment and leadership development philosophies and performance
management approaches to ensure the attraction, development, and retention of talented individuals.
Air New Zealand’s remuneration strategy is underpinned by a pay for performance philosophy and uses annual performance incentives
to create opportunities to achieve market competitive remuneration levels and in the case of superior performance, total remuneration in
excess of market.
Executive remuneration
The CEO and Executive remuneration packages are made up of three components:
• Fixed remuneration;
• Short-term performance incentives; and
• Long-term performance incentives
Air New Zealand’s People, Remuneration and Diversity Committee is kept appraised of relevant market information and best practice,
obtaining advice from external advisors when necessary. Remuneration levels are reviewed annually for market competitiveness and
alignment with strategic priorities and performance outcomes.
Fixed remuneration
Air New Zealand’s philosophy is to set fixed remuneration at the market median for Executives who are fully competent in their role.
For the 2022 financial year the Air New Zealand’s Chief Executive Officer fixed remuneration reverted to his contractual amount following
an agreed reduction by the Chief Executive Officer and other Executives of 15% in the 2021 financial year due to the impact of Covid-19.
Short-term performance incentives
The annual performance incentive component is delivered through Air New Zealand Short-Term Incentive Scheme (STI). For the CEO,
the STI is set at 55% of annual fixed salary at target performance.
For the 2022 financial year short-term incentive scheme, the structure of the scheme was changed from prior years by:
• Changing the targets and weightings. Previously the scheme was based on individual performance and company profitability targets.
The 2022 financial year targets were based on a broader range of business measures to promote collaboration through shared
objectives and support the business recovery. 50% of the incentive is based on Group financial results, and 50% is based on Group
customer, operational and safety measures.
• The maximum payment is capped at 175% of target if all performance measures are exceeded (vs. 200% for prior years).
Long-term performance incentives
Air New Zealand’s long-term incentive plan arrangements are designed to align the interests of the CEO and Executives with those of
our shareholders and to incentivise participants in the plan to enhance long-term shareholder value. In the 2022 financial year the plan
available to Executives was the Air New Zealand Long-Term Incentive Performance Rights Plan (LTIP). Participation in any year is by
annual invitation at the discretion of the Board.
Long-Term Incentive Performance Rights Plan (LTIP)
Performance Rights
LTIP participants are eligible to receive a grant of performance rights. Any grant of performance rights is at the discretion of the
People Remuneration and Diversity Committee of the Board of Directors but, in the normal course of events, is expected to equate
to a value of 55% of fixed remuneration for the CEO, and between 20% and 40% of fixed remuneration for Executives. The number of
performance rights to be allocated will be determined by an independent valuation of the performance rights carried out each year at
the time of issue.
Three years after the date of issue of any performance rights, if the Air New Zealand share price has outperformed the performance
hurdle, a proportion of the performance rights will convert to shares. The performance hurdle comprises of an index made up of the
NZSX All Gross Index and the Bloomberg World Airline Total Return Index in equal proportions.
The proportion of performance rights that convert to shares will depend on the extent to which the Air New Zealand share price has
outperformed the index. In particular:
Performance against indexPercent of Rights Vesting
<100%Nil
100%50%
101% - 119%Additional 2.5% vesting per 1% increment
120%100% (maximum)
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If vesting is not achieved on the third anniversary of the issue date, 50% of the performance rights will lapse. For the remaining 50% there
will be a further 6 month opportunity for the performance rights to vest. If performance rights do not vest at that time, they also lapse.
Unless Air New Zealand’s share price outperforms the index as outlined above, no value will accrue to the participating Executive.
Mandatory Shareholding
Participants are required to commit to investing a specified amount to purchase shares in the Company. The amount is set at a value of
55% of the fixed remuneration for the CEO, and between 20% and 40% of fixed remuneration for Executives.
Until participants have attained this target, any shares issued to them from vested performance rights must be retained as part of the
mandatory shareholding. This holding must be maintained while continuing to participate in the LTIP. Executives are not required to
purchase shares outside of the LTIP to satisfy this mandatory shareholding requirement.
Chief Executive Officer Remuneration
CEO Target Remuneration
Based on remuneration components outlined earlier, CEO target remuneration is as follows:
Financial Year CEOSalary
1
$
Benefits
2
$
STI
3
$
LT I P
4
$
Summary
$
2022Greg Foran1,664,479113,643915,464915,4643,609,050
2021Greg Foran1,650,000111,652907,500907,5003,576,652
2020Greg Foran1,650,000102,300907,500907,5003,567,300
1. These are full year salary equivalents. As part of the response to Covid-19, Greg Foran’s annual contracted salary decreased from
$1,650,000 to $1,400,000 for the 2021 financial year.
2. Benefits include superannuation and travel taken in the relevant financial year. As a member of the scheme the CEO is eligible to
contribute and receive matching Company contribution up to 4% of gross taxable earnings (including STI). The CEO and eligible
beneficiaries are entitled to a number of trips for personal purposes at no cost to the individual. The dollar value represents the actual
benefit received in each financial year, as no target is available for benefits. For Greg Foran’s benefit calculation, 4% KiwiSaver on
his target STI has been included as no actual STI was available. This is an estimated figure which will be confirmed at the end of the
financial year.
3. STI target entitlement is 55% of salary.
4. The Long-Term Incentive Plan remains at risk. Each year Performance Rights are awarded with a term of three years. At the end of
three years after the date of issue of any Performance Rights, if the Air New Zealand share price has outperformed the performance
hurdle, a proportion of the Performance Rights will convert to shares. The performance hurdle comprises an index made up of the
NZSX All Gross Index and the Bloomberg World Airline Total Return Index in equal proportions. Should Air New Zealand’s share price
not perform better than a comparison index the granted Performance Rights will lapse.
CEO Remuneration Structure
The CEO remuneration structure is consistent with the executive management remuneration structure described previously. The CEO
remuneration target and maximum total remuneration mix for the 2022 financial year is set out below.
5
000’s
LT I P
STI
Fixed
4,500
4,000
3,500
3,000
2,500
2,000
1,500
1,000
500
0
FixedOn PlanMaximum
CEO
Remuneration
48%
26%
26%
40%
38%
22%
100%
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CEO Realised Remuneration
Financial Year CEOSalary
1
$
Benefits
2
$
STI
3
$
LT I P
4
$
CRSRP
5
$
202201/07/21 – 30/06/22Greg Foran1 ,6 5 7,16 976,73 3613,361--
202101/07/20 – 30/06/21Greg Foran1,400,00065,352---
Comments to the table:
1. Salary includes cash paid to, or received by, the CEO in respect of the financial period. As part of the response to Covid-19, Greg Foran
agreed to reduce his annual contracted salary from $1,650,000 to $1,400,000 for the 2021 financial year.
2. Benefits include superannuation and travel. As a member of the Air New Zealand’s group superannuation scheme, the CEO is eligible
to contribute and receive a matching Company contribution up to 4% of gross taxable earnings (including STI). The CEO and eligible
beneficiaries are entitled to a number of trips for personal purposes at no cost to the individual.
3. STI in the reporting period reflects the cash value of amounts received where entitlement is determined by the achievement of
performance measures that relate to the current period and is not the result of an award made in a previous period.
4. LTIP includes the number of shares issued to the CEO on conversion of the Performance Rights, where the Air New Zealand share
price has outperformed the performance hurdle. The performance hurdle comprises of an index made up of the NZSX All Gross Index
and the Bloomberg World Airline Total Return Index in equal proportions. No rights converted to shares in the 2022 financial year.
CEO Share Rights Granted 2022 Financial Year
CEOLT I P
1
#
Greg Foran953,256
Comments to the table:
1. LTIP includes the number of Performance Rights granted in September 2021 (2022 financial year). The Long-Term Incentive Plan
remains at risk. Three years after the date of issue of any Performance Rights, if the Air New Zealand share price has outperformed
the performance hurdle, a proportion of the Performance Rights will convert to shares. The performance hurdle comprises of an
index made up of the NZSX All Gross Index and the Bloomberg World Airline Total Return Index in equal proportions. Should Air New
Zealand’s share price not perform better than a comparison index the granted Performance Rights will lapse.
CEO Pay for Performance Calculation
SchemeDescriptionPerformance MeasuresPercentage/Rating
Achieved
STISTI is set at 55% of fixed
remuneration and is
based on Company
performance measures.
100% based on Air New Zealand business measures
50% on Group financial measures
50% on Group customer, operational and safety measures.
14% achieved on
financial measures
53% on non-financial
measures
67% overall outcome
LT I PAward of share rights under
the Long-Term Incentive
Performance Rights Plan
is set at 55% of fixed
remuneration.
Performance rights vest based on an index made of the NZSX
All Gross Index and the Bloomberg World Airline Total Return
Index in equal proportions.
100%
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Taskforce on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD)
The airline committed to supporting the TCFD in 2019. The following disclosures summarise
how the airline aligns with the TCFD recommendations.
Governance of Climate-related Risks and Opportunities
TCFD Recommendation:
Board’s oversight of climate-related risks and opportunities
The Board considers and provides direction on the airline’s strategic consideration of the impacts of climate change.
The Board is ultimately responsible for the airline’s response to the risks and opportunities presented by climate-
related issues. Board oversight is through its Audit and Risk Committee, which oversees key strategic risks including
climate change.
This Committee meets quarterly and, amongst other things, considers updates on management of strategic risks
biannually. The Board is updated following each Committee meeting. Matters meriting Board-level consideration are
highlighted or dealt with as standalone Board agenda items.
Strategic climate-related risks are also considered by the Board as part of the airline’s Group Risk Profile which is an
output of the airline’s Enterprise Risk Management Framework (ERMF).
The airline’s external Sustainability Advisory Panel, consisting of subject matter experts, provides independent advice
to the Board (and Management) on all aspects of the airline’s sustainability strategy. This assists the airline to improve
and develop its strategic response to the impacts of climate change.
TCFD Recommendation:
Management’s role in assessing and managing climate-related risks and opportunities
Management has day-to-day responsibility for identifying and managing climate-related risks and opportunities.
Climate-related workstreams are the responsibility of the full Leadership Squad, operational management, and the
Sustainability Centre of Excellence. Management focus is given to risk identification and ensuring that climate-related
activities are adequately resourced (for example, programmes of work relating to Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF),
zero emissions aircraft technologies (ZEAT), carbon offsetting, and regulatory compliance). Key issues are reported
up to the Audit and Risk Committee as appropriate.
Sustainability is affirmed as a group policy and is reflected in the airline’s Code of Conduct and Ethics and its Supplier
Code of Conduct, which set expectations of employees and of those the airline does business with.
Strateg y
TCFD Recommendation:
1. Climate-related risks and opportunities identifi ed over the short, medium, and long-term
2. Actual and potential impacts of climate-related risks and opportunities on the Company’s strateg y and
fi nancial planning
3. Resilience of the organisation’s strategy, taking into consideration diff erent climate-related scenarios,
including a 2°C or lower scenario
In 2020 the airline set a goal to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050 and developed an updated
decarbonisation strategy to meet this. The strategy includes investment in and advocacy to support the
availability and commercial viability of SAF, investment in resource and capability to bring ZEAT to market,
and ongoing engagement with stakeholders to achieve carbon emissions reductions across the network. The
strategy was informed by the risks and opportunities which have been identified by the airline as part of its TCFD
disclosure workstream.
In 2022, the airline launched Flight NZ0, its public campaign promoting its commitment to decarbonisation.
Flight NZ0 is about acknowledging the impact of aviation on the climate and taking genuine action to decarbonise
the operation. It is designed to provide transparency for customers as to the airline’s decarbonisation goals and the
concrete steps it is taking to meet these.
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Strateg y (continued)
Transition Risks and Opportunities
Transition risks and opportunities are those related to the transition to a lower carbon economy. These include
the impact of policy, legal, technological, reputational or market measures associated with climate change
and decarbonisation.
In 2022, the airline engaged third-party experts Ernst and Young (EY) to consider for the first time the
transition risks and opportunities and the impact of these to the airline across three climate-related scenarios.
The risks and opportunities were analysed over three different time horizons: short-term (2019-2030);
medium-term (2031-2040); and long-term (2041-2050).
The three climate change scenarios, each representing different climate warming and transition trajectories,
are outlined in Figure 1 over page. These three trajectories were chosen to align with the TCFD
recommendation to use a 2 ̊C or lower scenario in addition to two or three other scenarios most relevant to
the business’s circumstances.
The three scenarios were developed using a combination of inputs from four leading scenario providers: the
Network for Greening the Financial System (NGFS), the International Energy Agency (IEA), the Air Transport
Action Group (ATAG) Waypoint 2050 Report, and the New Zealand Climate Change Commission’s (NZCCC’s)
Energy and Emissions modelling.
These four scenario providers were selected to achieve the granularity and aviation-specificity required for
meaningful and decision-useful scenario analysis. This aligns with guidance from the New Zealand External
Reporting Board (XRB) on using sector-specific scenarios and balances the need for aviation-specific data
points with the required climate warming trajectories to sufficiently stress test the airline’s strategy under
different climate change scenarios.
EY used a proprietary transition risk model designed for the aviation sector to perform the modelling. This
model calculates the greenhouse gas emissions profile and cost implications based on various data inputs out
to 2050.
These inputs were compiled from a combination of data from the airline and external data sources
and assumptions.
The overarching conclusion from the modelling was that total
incremental costs to the airline would be larger in the disorderly
scenario due to delayed policy, investment, and emissions reductions,
which increases technology costs and results in a higher carbon price.
The airline will continue to build on this scenario analysis to deepen its understanding of the impacts of climate
change under different warming scenarios, the resilience of the company strategy in the face of these, and
potential resulting material financial implications.
The airline plans to conduct physical risk analysis in the 2023 and 2024 financial years.
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Strateg y (continued)
Transition Risks and Opportunities
(continued)
Figure 1.
The airline’s climate scenarios for the consideration of
transition risks
1
Scenario – 1
Orderly
Scenario
1 . 5 ̊C
Scenario – 2
Disorderly
Scenario
1 . 8 ̊C
Scenario – 3
Business as
Usual Scenario
2.5 ̊C
• Emissions in the wider economy
decline in a coherent and
gradual fashion from now out to
net zero emissions in 2050
• The aviation sector lags
the wider economy by
5-10 years with meaningful
decarbonisation starting from
2030-2050
• Global warming is limited
to 1.5 ̊C
• Emissions in the wider economy
slowly rise until 2030, before an
abrupt and steep transition to
net zero by 2050
• The aviation sector lags
the wider economy,
delaying implementation of
decarbonisation strategies until
2035-2040 which requires a
very sudden fleet turnover to
reach net zero in 2050
• Global warming is limited
to 1.8 ̊C
• Emissions in the wider
economy continue to rise out
to 2050 with minimal action
by governments to address
climate change beyond those
already known and in place
• The airline’s current
decarbonisation strategy
is considered sufficient to
mitigate reputational risks
• The aviation sector does not
implement any decarbonisation
strategies unless it is
economically preferable
• Global temperatures increase
to 2.5 ̊C
Impact
• Airline impacted by short,
medium and long term
transition risks due to regulatory
action to decarbonise the
economy in line with limiting
global warming to 1.5 ̊C
• This scenario has lower potential
costs from transition impacts
than the Disorderly Scenario
Impact
• This scenario would see the
most impact and cost on
the airline from transition
risks due to delayed action
to decarbonise the economy,
requiring rapid change from
2035-2050
Impact
• Given Business as Usual
assumes no further regulatory
action, risks related to this would
have less impact on the airline
than under the other scenarios
• Physical risks likely to be the
highest of the scenarios and
significant but not modelled
External scenarios
• NGFS 2021: Net Zero 2050
• IEA World Energy Outlook
(WEO) 2021: Net Zero Emissions
by 2050 Scenario
• ATAG Waypoint 2050:
Scenario 1: pushing technology
and operations
• NZCCC: Demonstration Path
External scenarios
• NGFS 2021: Delayed transition
• A combination of Business as
Usual / Reference and Orderly
Scenario external scenario
providers to 2030-2035
before linearly shifting to an
end point slightly higher than
the Orderly Scenario
External scenarios
• NGFS 2021: NDCs
• IEA
WEO 2021: Stated Policies
Scenario
• ATAG Waypoint 2050:
Scenario 0: Baseline /
continuation of current trends
• NZCCC: Current Policy
Reference
1
The airline selected these three warming scenarios to consider transition risks, in accordance with TCFD and XRB recommendations at the time. For future
scenario modeling exercises, including the modeling of physical risks planned for 2023, the airline will include consideration of a 3 ̊C or greater climate-related
scenario in accordance with the most recent XRB recommendations.
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Strateg y (continued)
Transition Risks
The transition risks defined below have been informed by the climate-related scenario modelling outlined above.
S
Short-term
2022 – 2030
RiskTCFD
category and
timeframe
Risk
description
Potential financial
impacts
Mitigation
Carbon
pricing
Policy and
legal
S
M
L
Increased carbon-
related regulation
in New Zealand and
internationally.
Current compliance
obligations include the
New Zealand Emissions
Trading Scheme
(NZETS) for emissions
from domestic
aviation fuel, and the
Carbon Offsetting and
Reduction Scheme for
International Aviation
(CORSIA) for growth in
international emissions
from a 2019 baseline.
New or increased
carbon taxes present
risk to EBIT by
increasing operating
expenditure.
• Future carbon pricing assumptions considered
in operational and strategic planning.
• Implementation of the airline’s
decarbonisation strategy to achieve
reductions in gross carbon emissions,
including improvements to operational
efficiency, ongoing fleet renewal, investment
in and advocacy to accelerate the availability
and commercial viability of SAF, and
advocacy and planning for ZEAT.
• The airline is advocating for NZETS auction
proceeds to be used to accelerate the
development and deployment of technologies
to enable aviation decarbonisation. The
airline’s compliance costs for the NZETS
were $14.4 million (calendar year 2021),
$14.5 million (calendar year 2020) and
$14.6 million (calendar year 2019).
• Monitoring international regulatory
developments to understand risk and
opportunities.
Government
policy
changes
Policy and
legal
S
M
L
Implementation or
expansion of domestic
and international policy
regulating carbon
emitting activities.
Examples include
emissions trading
schemes, carbon taxes,
passenger levies, SAF
mandates, or demand
control measures.
Differing international
standards could also
introduce compliance
complexity, and
risk distorting the
competitive composition
of the market.
Increased operational
and compliance costs
present risk to EBIT.
• The airline actively engages in government
consultations on climate change policy
with the goal of advancing aviation
decarbonisation. This includes advocating
for new policy measures to support the
supply of SAF. Public submissions and
advocacy documents can be found on the
airline’s website
2
.
• Implementation of the airline’s
decarbonisation strategy to achieve
reductions in gross carbon emissions,
including improvements to operational
efficiency, ongoing fleet renewal,
investment in and advocacy to accelerate
the availability and commercial viability of
SAF, and advocacy and planning for ZEAT.
• Monitoring international regulatory
developments to understand risk and
opportunities.
2
Air New Zealand Sustainability Reporting and communications www.airnewzealand.co.nz/sustainability-reporting-and-communication.
M
Medium-term
2031 – 2040
L
Long-term
2041 – 2050
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Strateg y (continued)
Transition Risks
(continued)
RiskTCFD
category and
timeframe
Risk
description
Potential financial
impacts
Mitigation
Cost and
supply of
Sustainable
Aviation
Fuel (SAF)
Technology
S
M
L
Cost of SAF is around
2 to 5 times the cost of
jet fuel.
SAF supply is limited:
current SAF production
is equivalent to less
than 1% of the jet fuel
that is consumed
globally. In addition,
supply is geographically
constrained, with
production based
in jurisdictions with
supporting policy: there
is currently no SAF
produced in the Asia-
Pacific region.
SAF cost presents a risk
to EBIT by increasing
operating expenditure
and compliance costs.
SAF supply limitations
present a risk to
EBIT from increased
compliance costs and
reputational damage.
• Continuing advocacy
3
for new policy
measures to support the supply and
commercial viability of SAF in New Zealand,
including advocating for a SAF-specific
mandate, and SAF-specific policies to
support the establishment of import supply
chains and domestic production.
• Partnership
4
with the New Zealand
Government to explore domestic SAF
production in New Zealand, to secure local
supply and improve fuel security.
• Membership in World Economic Forum
Clean Skies for Tomorrow Coalition
5
.
• Collaboration with partner airlines on
developing global SAF supply, including Star
Alliance members.
Rapid fleet
renewal
Technology
M
L
Rapid fleet renewal to
mitigate emissions.
Risk that technology
does not develop
sufficiently to meet
emissions reduction goals.
Acquiring ZEAT
represents an upfront
cost increasing
capital and operating
expenditures.
Technology lag presents
a risk to EBIT from
increased compliance
costs and reputational
damage.
• Engaging with aircraft designers to support
the development of these aircraft, including
providing the airline’s own specifications
6
f o r Z E AT.
• Partnership
7
with Airbus to explore the
deployment of hydrogen-powered aircraft in
New Zealand.
• Continuing advocacy for new policy and
regulatory measures to support the
deployment of ZEAT in New Zealand, including
through new infrastructure and energy supply.
• Partnership
7
with ATR to explore hybrid and
zero emissions aircraft technology.
• Partnership
7
with Wisk Aero exploring
how electric vertical take-off and landing
(eVTOL) aircraft could potentially enable zero
emissions short-range domestic flights.
Reduced
travel
demand due
to changes
in consumer
preferences,
and damage
to brand
value
Reputation /
Market
S
M
L
Increasingly climate
conscious customers
– leisure and business
travellers seeking
to reduce their own
emissions footprint
may reduce air travel
consumption.
Reduced air travel
demand and eroded
brand value presents
risk to EBIT by reducing
revenue.
• Building on current carbon reporting
provided to corporate customers, providing
Air New Zeakand-specific carbon data to
better inform customers as to their emissions
footprints from travel.
• Developing a corporate and cargo SAF
purchasing programme, to enable emissions
reductions in-line with the Science Based
Targets initiative guidelines.
• Flight NZ0
8
to inform customers as to the
actions the airline is taking to decarbonise,
and further plans for decarbonisation as the
technology matures in the medium to long-term.
3
Air New Zealand Sustainability Reporting and communications www.airnewzealand.co.nz/sustainability-reporting-and-communication.
4
Air New Zealand Flight NZ0 Sustainable aviation fuel www.flightnz0.airnewzealand.co.nz/#saf.
5
World Economic Forum Clean Skies for Tomorrow Coalition www.weforum.org/projects/clean-skies-for-tomorrow-coalition.
6
Air New Zealand Zero Emissions Aircraft Product Requirements Document www.flightnz0.airnewzealand.co.nz/initiatives/zero-emissions-aircraft-technology.
7
Air New Zealand Flight NZ0 Zero emissions aircraft technology www.flightnz0.airnewzealand.co.nz/initiatives/zero-emissions-aircraft-technology.
8
Air New Zealand Flight NZ0 www.flightnz0.airnewzealand.co.nz.
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Strateg y (continued)
Transition Opportunity
OpportunityTCFD
category and
timeframe
DescriptionPotential financial
impacts
Mitigation
Increased
demand for
net zero
emissions
flying
Products
and services
S
M
L
Increasing market share
and potential price
premiums from business
and leisure customers
seeking net zero
emissions flying.
Increased revenue
through demand for
lower emission air travel.
Better competitive
position resulting in
increased revenue.
Improved access
to decarbonisation
technologies.
Continued access
to capital.
• Continue to implement decarbonisation
roadmap and to identify new opportunities
to decarbonise.
• Continue to engage with stakeholders
through Flight NZ0
9
, as outlined on
previous page.
• Engage with corporate and cargo customers
to develop SAF purchasing programme and
provide airline-specific carbon emissions
data, as outlined on previous page.
Physical Risks
Physical risks are risks arising from changes in the regional and global climate and the consequential impacts and
events. These may include acute physical damage from variations in weather patterns (for example severe storms,
coastal/tidal flooding, drought) or chronic impacts (for example sea level rise and temperature increase).
RiskTCFD
category and
timeframe
DescriptionPotential financial
impacts
Mitigation
Extreme
weather
events
Acute
Physical
S
M
L
Increasing frequency of
extreme weather events
resulting in greater
disruption to flights and
the wider network.
Decrease in flying
presents risk to EBIT by
reducing revenue.
Damage to infrastructure
presents risk of
increasing capital costs.
Increased insurance
premiums and potential
for reduced availability
of insurance on assets
in “high risk” locations.
• Implementation of flight planning software
using advanced data analytics to optimise
flight paths both in planning and dynamically
once aircraft are airborne.
• Investment in advanced operations control
thunderstorm detection in Auckland enabling
proactive direct-to-aircraft-crew notification.
• The airline is a member of New Zealand’s
New Southern Sky Programme which
has been established to future proof New
Zealand’s airspace with the deployment of
advanced technology adoption.
Sea level
rise and
coastal
intrusion
Chronic
Physical
M
L
Sea level rise and coastal
intrusion causing network
disruption and loss of
access to airports, other
aviation support facilities,
critical infrastructure and
supply chains.
Decrease in flying
presents risk to EBIT by
reducing revenue.
Damage to infrastructure
presents risk of
increasing capital costs.
Increased insurance
premiums and potential
for reduced availability
of insurance on assets
in “high risk” locations.
• Spatial master planning process identifies
infrastructure risks and these are reflected in
master planning.
• Ensuring maintenance is fit for purpose
and current to legislation and regulation for
building resilience.
9
Air New Zealand Flight NZ0 www.flightnz0.airnewzealand.co.nz.
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CLIMATE-RELATED DISCLOSURES (CONTINUED)
Risk Management
TCFD Recommendation :
1. Processes for identif ying and assessing climate-related risks
2. Processes for managing climate-related risks
3. Processes for identifying, assessing and managing climate-related risks and integrating them into
overall risk management
Risks are identified at various levels of the organisation, including a “bottom up” review involving the identification of key
risks by business units and a review of top divisional risks by each Executive in respect of their portfolio of functions.
These processes are supplemented with specialist input from functional experts, including from the Sustainability,
Corporate Finance, Legal and Risk teams, to promote consistency and completeness. Key climate-related risks and
opportunities are also identified, assessed, and managed by each business unit in accordance with this process.
Risks identified through this process are analysed and consolidated by the Enterprise Risk team to inform the Group
Risk Profile, representing the top strategic risks for the airline.
Periodic workshops are held with the Board to gain insights and input, including into risk identification, assessment,
and management.
Key risks identified are entered into Risk Registers and a formal assessment process determines the materiality of the
risk. Risks are assigned to a responsible manager. Key mitigations for identified risks are determined and assessed
for effectiveness and action plans developed where required to reduce the risks to an acceptable level.
Significant climate-related risks are brought to the attention of the Leadership Squad and/or the Audit and Risk
Committee as part of the process of reporting to those bodies, and where appropriate are escalated to the Board.
Metrics and Targets
TCFD Recommendation:
1. Metrics used by the organisation to assess climate-related risks and opportunities in-line with its
strategy and risk management process
2. Reporting greenhouse gas emissions
3. Targets used by the organisation to manage climate-related risks and opportunities and performance
against targets
The airline uses a range of carbon metrics in its internal reporting, strategy formation and decision making.
This includes metrics related to assessing the impact of gross carbon emissions, emissions intensity values and
the value of New Zealand’s carbon compliance obligations. Key metrics are reported below.
The impact of Covid-19 has had a significant impact on the airline’s operations and network as well as the key metrics
that the airline reports on. As a consequence, it is difficult to meaningfully compare the key metrics with prior years.
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CLIMATE-RELATED DISCLOSURES (CONTINUED)
Metrics and Targets (continued)
Carbon Emissions Data (Tonnes CO
2
-e)
1
202020212022
Scope 1 – International network emissions (Jet Fuel)2,649,922817,0781,040,786
Scope 1 – Domestic network emissions (Jet Fuel) 518,607508,737465,303
Scope 1 – Other emissions
2
8,1067,3766,796
Total Scope 1 emissions3,176,6351,333,1911,512,885
Scope 2 – Emissions (Electricity)2,8322,7202,736
Scope 3, Category 3 (Upstream emissions of purchased fuels)
3
--307,335
Total Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3 (category 3) emissions --1,822,956
1
The airline discloses its emissions within its Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Inventory report. Full definitions of emission scopes can be found within that report;
extracts from that report are duplicated here within. Deloitte was engaged to provide reasonable assurance over the scope 1 and scope 2 components over
the GHG Inventory Report, and limited assurance over the scope 3, category 3 components. Refer to the reporting and communications page on Air New
Zealand’s website for the full GHG Inventory and Assurance Report. Gases included in the carbon dioxide equivalents (CO
2
-e) factor are carbon dioxide (CO
2
),
methane (CH
4
) and nitrous oxide (N
2
O).
2
Scope 1 other emissions include the combustion of jet fuel from ground operations, LPG, natural gas, diesel, petrol, and wood pellets.
3
Scope 3, category 3 emissions include emissions generated in the extraction, production, and transportation of fuels consumed by the airline. 2022 is the
first year that Scope 3 (Category 3) emissions have been reported.
Commentary on Carbon Emissions Data
Total Scope 1 and 2 emissions increased by 13% in 2022. This increase was due to the increase in Scope 1 emissions
resulting from greater network capacity as New Zealand’s Covid-19 restrictions eased through 2022. These emission
levels remain significantly lower than pre-Covid-19 levels.
In 2022 the airline disclosed its scope 3, category 3 emissions for the first time. Category 3 emissions are the airline’s
predominant source of scope 3 emissions.
Emissions
Analysis
Total Scope 2
0.2%
Total Scope 3
Category 3
16.8%
Total Scope 1
83.0%
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CLIMATE-RELATED DISCLOSURES (CONTINUED)
Metrics and Targets (continued)
Carbon Intensity Data
Carbon intensity data below provides a measure of emissions generated for each kilogram of payload flown and each
available seat. Payload carriage is expressed as Revenue Tonne Kilometre (RTK)
4
and seat availability is measured in
Available Seat Kilometre (ASK)
5
.
These are both prominent metrics for benchmarking airline carbon intensity. The airline aims to improve carbon
intensity by reducing emissions from flight operations and maximising total payload carriage.
Carbon Intensity Metrics202020212022
Grams of CO
2
-e per Available Seat Kilometre (ASK)82 76 75
Grams of CO
2
-e per Revenue Tonne Kilometre (RTK)789 1,039 971
Well-to-Wake Grams of CO
2
-e per Revenue Tonne Kilometre (RTK)
6
--1,165
1,200
900
600
300
0
2016202120202019201820172022
Carbon Intensity
Analysis
gCO
2
-e/RTK
gCO
2
-e/A SK
gCO
2
-e/RTK
90
85
80
75
70
65
gCO
2
-e/A SK
Commentary on Carbon Intensity Metrics
The airline’s carbon intensity (measured in gCO
2
–e/RTK) decreased 7% compared to 2021. This improvement was
largely due to easing New Zealand border restrictions leading to higher load factors on the network. However,
this metric still remains elevated when compared to pre-Covid-19 levels due to the national lockdowns and border
restrictions in place at varying times throughout the 2022 financial year.
While the airline’s carbon intensity (measured in gCO
2
–e/RTK) has trended upwards through the Covid-19 impacted
period, carbon intensity (measured in gCO
2
–e/ASK) has continued a downward trend, decreasing 12% between 2019
to 2022. This reduction has been a result of the improved efficiency achieved through the retirement of the Boeing
777-200ER fleet and continued efforts to improve operational efficiency.
4
Revenue Tonne Kilometre (RTK) is a measure of the weight that has been paid for on the aircraft (freight and passengers) multiplied by the number of
kilometres transported. Freight values are from the airline’s records, and passenger weights are estimated at 100kg per passenger (including checked
and carry-on baggage) as recommended by IATA for generating a fuel-efficiency target. CO
2
-e emissions are from the airline’s use of aviation fuel over the
same time period.
5
Available Seat Kilometre (ASK) is measured by the available seats for sale multiplied by the number of kilometres transported. The airline has participated
in the Maintaining International Air Connectivity scheme using passenger aircraft to fly cargo-only flights. The equivalent ASK’s from these flights has been
included in the total ASK number.
6
Well-to-Wake (WTW) emissions cover the activities and accompanying emissions across the value chain of jet fuel in the aviation sector. WTW emissions
can be split into two components: Well-to-Tank (WTT) which encompasses emissions from feedstock sourcing, processing and transportation to fuel
production and distribution (measured as scope 3, category 3 emissions); and Tank-to-Wake (TTW) includes emissions from the combustion of fuel
(measured as scope 1 emissions).
4
3
2
1
0
2016202120202019201820172022
Gross Carbon
Emissions
(CO
2
-e)
Gross Carbon Emissions
(Tonnes of CO
2
-e) Millions
International
Domestic
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CLIMATE-RELATED DISCLOSURES (CONTINUED)
Metrics and Targets (continued)
Ta r g e t s
The airline has set a 2030 science-based target (as outlined below), validated by the Science Based Targets initiative.
The target includes a carbon intensity reduction component and an associated gross emissions reduction component.
The target is aligned to a ‘well below 2°C’ pathway
7
and requires an absolute reduction in carbon emissions, with no
provision for carbon offsets. Each component of the target should be considered side-by-side for a balanced view of
performance against the target.
The airline’s science-based carbon reduction target
Air New Zealand commits to reduce Well-to-Wake GHG emissions
related to jet fuel by 28.9% per Revenue Tonne Kilometre from owned
operations, equivalent to a 16.3% absolute reduction, by 2030 from
a 2019 base year
8
Summary of Climate Targets
• Commitment to net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
• Validated 2030 science-based carbon reduction target (as outlined above).
• The airline has signed the Clean Skies for Tomorrow 2030 Ambition Statement, pledging support for SAF and
committing to help accelerate the supply and use of SAF to reach 10% of global jet aviation fuel supply by 2030.
• A cap on net CO
2
emissions from international aviation from 2020. Achieved through the Carbon Offsetting and
Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA).
7
The Science Based Targets initiative does not provide a 1.5 ̊C aligned pathway for the aviation industry.
8
Non-CO
2
-e effects which may also contribute to aviation induced warming are not included in this target. The airline commits to report publicly on its
collaboration with stakeholders to improve understanding of opportunities to mitigate the non-CO
2
-e impacts of aviation annually over its target timeframe.
The target boundary includes biogenic emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks.
Next steps for the airline’s TCFD work plan
• Use and build on transition risk scenario modelling that has been undertaken to deepen understanding of the
impacts of climate change under different warming scenarios, the resilience of the airline strategy in the face
of these, and potential resulting material financial implications.
• Conduct physical risk scenario modeling, including analysis of a 3 ̊C or greater climate-related scenario and
consideration of possible adaptation measures required.
• Contribute to sector wide scenario modelling as applicable.
• Progress towards full compliance with New Zealand’s Climate-related risk disclosure standards.
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INTERESTS REGISTER
No disclosures were made of interests in transactions under s140(1) of the Companies Act 1993.
Directors have made general disclosures of interests in accordance with s140(2) of the Companies Act. Current interests, and those
which ceased during the year, are tabulated below. New disclosures advised since 1 July 2021 are italicised.
Dame Therese WalshAntarctica NZ
ASB Bank Limited
Climate Change Commission – nomination panel
Contact Energy Limited – ceased 31 August 2021
On Being Bold Limited
Therese Walsh Consulting Limited
Wellington Homeless Women’s Trust
Director
Director (Chair)
Member
Director
Director
Director
Ambassador
Claudia BattenPyper Vision Limited
Serko Limited
Vista Group International Limited
Wonderful Investments Limited
Shareholder
Chair
Director
Director
Dean BracewellAra Street Investments Limited
Dean Bracewell Limited
Freightways Limited
Halberg Trust
Port of Tauranga Limited
Property for Industry Limited
Tainui Group Holdings Limited
Director and Shareholder
Director and Shareholder
Shareholder
Director
Director
Director
Director
Laurissa CooneyAccordant Group Limited
GMT Bond Issuer Limited
GMT Wholesale Bond Issuer Limited
Goodman (NZ) Limited
Goodman Property Aggregated Limited
Ngā Tāngata Tiaki – Audit Committee – ceased 25 March 2022
Ngāi Tai ki Tāmaki Charitable Investment Trust
The Aotearoa Circle Trust
Western Bay of Plenty Tourism and Visitors Trust (“Tourism Bay of Plenty”)
Director
Director
Director
Director
Director
Member
Tr u s t e e
Guardian
Trustee (Chair)
Larry De ShonThe Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc
United Rentals, Inc
Director
Director
Alison GerryANZ Bank New Zealand Limited
Asteron Life Limited – ceased 11 May 2022
Glendora Avocados Limited
Glendora Holdings Limited
Infratil Limited
On Being Bold Limited
Sharesies AU Group Limited
Sharesies Group Limited
Sharesies Investment Management Limited
Sharesies Limited
Sharesies Nominee Limited
Vero Insurance New Zealand Limited – ceased 11 May 2022
Vero Liability Insurance Limited – ceased 11 May 2022
Director
Director
Director
Director
Director
Director
Director
Director
Director
Director
Director
Director
Director
Paul GoulterNew Zealand Educational Institute Te Riu Roa Incorporated – ceased 18 Feb 2022
New Zealand Nurses Organisation Incorporated
The Co-operative Bank Limited – ceased 31 December 2021
Officer
Officer
Director
Jonathan MasonBeloit College (USA) Board of Trustees – ceased May 2022
Dilworth School for Boys
University of Auckland Council
University of Auckland Endowment Fund
Vector Limited
Westpac New Zealand Limited
World Wide Fund for Nature New Zealand
Zespri Group Limited
Tr u s t e e
Tr u s t e e
Member
Tr u s t e e
Director
Director
Tr u s t e e
Director
Disclosures were also made during the period by Jan Dawson (who resigned from the Board on 28 October 2021) of appointments as
a director of Ports of Auckland Limited and Serko Limited.
There have been no interest register entries in respect of use of company information by directors.
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DIRECTORS’ INTERESTS IN
AIR NEW ZEALAND SECURITIES
Directors had relevant interests in shares as at 30 June 2022 as below:
InterestShares
Dean Bracewell
1
Beneficial125,000
Laurissa CooneyBeneficial146,570
3
Larry De ShonBeneficial1,002,514
Alison Gerry
2
Beneficial84,393
Jonathan MasonBeneficial164,000
Dame Therese WalshBeneficial500,000
During the year, directors advised the following dealings that they (or associated persons) had in shares of the company.
TransactionDateNumberConsideration
Dean Bracewell
1
Purchase9 May 2022125,000$98,100
Laurissa CooneyPurchase
Purchase
14 June 2022
16 June 2022
10 7, 5 70
39,000
$ 59,701
$22,035
Larry De ShonIssue
4
Issue
5
Purchase
Purchase
9 May 2022
9 May 2022
6 June 2022
7 June 2022
100,000
13 7, 514
304,843
410,157
$53,000
$111,386
$ 19 7,102
$26 3,799
Alison Gerry
2
Purchase
Purchase
9 May 2022
12 May 2022
56,660
2 7,73 3
$45,895
$19,968
Jonathan MasonIssue
4
Purchase
9 May 2022
7 June 2022
58,000
77,000
$ 3 0,74 0
$49,665
Dame Therese WalshIssue
4
Purchase
9 May 2022
12 May 2022
200,000
200,000
$106,000
$146,875
1. Dean Bracewell holds his interest through an associated person, Ara Street Investments Limited
2. Alison Gerry holds her interest via Sharesies Nominees Limited.
3. Laurissa Cooney has an interest in 107,570 shares through a Craigs’ KiwiSaver Scheme, and 39,000 shares personally held.
4. Issue of Shares pursuant to the Rights Offer
5. Issue of Shares pursuant to the Bookbuild
INDEMNITIES AND INSURANCE
Pursuant to section 162 of the Companies Act 1993 and the Constitution, Air New Zealand has entered into deeds of access, insurance
and indemnity with the directors of the Group to indemnify them to the maximum extent permitted by law, against all liabilities which
they may incur in the performance of their duties as directors of any company within the Group. Insurance cover extends to directors
and officers for the expenses of defending legal proceedings and the cost of damages incurred. Specifically excluded are proven
criminal liability and fines and penalties other than those pecuniary penalties which are legally insurable. In accordance with commercial
practice, the insurance contract prohibits further disclosure of the terms of the policy. All directors who voted in favour of authorising
the insurance certified that in their opinion, the cost of the insurance is fair to the Company.
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SUBSIDIARY AND JOINT VENTURE COMPANIES
The following people were directors of Air New Zealand’s subsidiary and joint venture companies in the financial year to 30 June 2022.
Those who resigned during the year are signified by (R). These companies are New Zealand incorporated companies except where
otherwise indicated.
No director of any subsidiary received beneficially any director’s fees or other benefits except as an employee.
Air Nelson Limited Kelvin Duff
Jennifer Page
Michael Williams
Air New Zealand Aircraft Holdings Limited Jennifer Page
Baden Smith
Richard Thomson
Air New Zealand Associated Companies LimitedJennifer Page
Leila Peters
Richard Thomson
Air New Zealand Associated Companies (Australia) Limited
(Note 2)
Jennifer Page (R)
Richard Thomson (R)
Air New Zealand Express LimitedJennifer Page
Richard Thomson
Air New Zealand Regional Maintenance Limited Hamish Curson
Brendon McWilliam
Skye Daniels (R)
Carrie Hurihanganui (R)
Air New Zealand Travel Business Limited
(Note 2)
Jennifer Page (R)
Richard Thomson (R)
ANNZES Engines Christchurch Limited Jennifer Page
Richard Thomson
Ansett Australia & Air New Zealand
Engineering Services Limited
(Note 2)
Jennifer Page (R)
Richard Thomson (R)
Eagle Airways Limited
(Note 1)
Jennifer Page (R)
Michael Williams (R)
Mount Cook Airline Limited Kelvin Duff
Jennifer Page
Michael Williams
TEAL Insurance Limited Jennifer Page
Hannah Ringland
Craig Tolley
Air New Zealand (Australia) Pty Limited
(incorporated in Australia)
Paul McLean
Jennifer Page
Kathryn Robertson (R)
1. Eagle Airways Limited was amalgamated with Air New Zealand Associated Companies Limited on 22 December 2021
2. Air New Zealand Associated Companies (Australia) Limited, Air New Zealand Travel Business Limited and Ansett Australia &
Air New Zealand Engineering Services Limited amalgamated with Air New Zealand Associated Companies Limited on 28 March 2022
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OTHER DISCLOSURES
Donations
The Air New Zealand Group has made donations totalling $17,500 in the financial year to 30 June 2022. No donations were made to any
political party. It is Air New Zealand’s policy not to make donations, in cash or in kind, or to provide free of charge travel to political parties.
Substantial product holders
The following information is provided in compliance with Section 293 of the Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 and is stated as at
30 June 2022. The total number of listed Ordinary shares of Air New Zealand Limited at that date was 3,368,464,315.
Substantial Product Holder Quoted voting products in the Company in which a relevant interest is held
Her Majesty the Queen in Right of New Zealand1,717,916,801 * ordinary shares
In 1989, the Crown issued a Notice that arises through its holding of special rights Convertible Share, the “Kiwi Share” and the power
of the Kiwi Shareholder under the Constitution. Full details of the rights pertaining to these shares are set out in the Company’s
Constitution. The Kiwi Share does not confer any right on its holder to vote at a shareholders’ meeting unless the Kiwi Share has been
converted into an Ordinary Share by its holder. The Kiwi Share is not listed on any stock exchange.
* As reported in its most recent Substantial Security Holder notice dated 11 May 2022, held by Her Majesty the Queen in Right of New
Zealand acting by and through Her Minister of Finance.
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O P E R AT I N G F L E E T S TAT I S T I C S
As at 30 June 2022*
Boeing 777-300ER
Number: 7
Average Age: 10.2 years
Maximum Passengers: 342
Cruising Speed: 910 km/hr
Average Daily Utilisation: 9:30 hrs
Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner
Number: 14
Average Age: 5.8 years
Maximum Passengers: 302 or 275
Cruising Speed: 910 km/hr
Average Daily Utilisation: 10:45 hrs (1 Jul – 31 Dec)
12:12 hrs (1 Jan – 31 Jun)
Airbus A320/321NEO
Number: 13
Average Age A321: 3.3 years
A320: 2.3 years
Maximum Passengers: A321: 214
A320: 165
Cruising Speed: 850 km/hr
Average Daily Utilisation: A321: 2:27 hrs (1 Jul to 31 Dec)
3:47 hrs (1 Jan to 30 Jun)
A320: 1:26 hrs (1 Jul to 31 Dec)
5:16 hrs (1 Jan to 30 Jun)
Airbus A320CEO
Number: 18
Average Age: Short-haul: 16.8 years
Domestic: 8.4 years
Maximum Passengers: Short-haul: 168
Domestic: 171
Cruising Speed: 850 km/hr
Average Daily Utilisation: Short-haul: 2:41 hrs (1 Jul to 31 Dec)
2:53 hrs (1 Jan to 30 Jun)
Domestic: 3:06 hrs (1 Jul to 31 Dec)
5:16 hrs (1 Jan to 30 Jun)
AT R 7 2 - 6 0 0
Number: 29
Average Age: 5.3 years
Maximum Passengers: 68
Cruising Speed: 518 km/hr
Average Daily Utilisation: 4:43 hrs (1 Jul to 31 Dec)
5:34 hrs (1 Jan to 30 Jun)
Bombardier Q300
Number: 23
Average Age: 15.4 years
Maximum Passengers: 50
Cruising Speed: 520 km/hr
Average Daily Utilisation: 4:35 hrs (1 Jul to 31 Dec)
5:19 hrs (1 Jan to 30 Jun)
* Covid-19 related domestic lockdowns and government restrictions on international travel continued to impact Air New Zealand’s scheduled operations and aircraft
utilisation in the 2022 financial year, particularly in the first half. Scheduled operations began to recover in the second half. The Boeing 777-300ER fleet is being
gradually returned to service and the utilisation above reflects utilisation for the period following reactivation.
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SECURITIES STATISTICS
Top Twenty Shareholders – as at 1 August 2022
Investor NameNumber of Ordinary Shares% of Ordinary Shares
Her Majesty The Queen In Right Of New Zealand acting by and
through her Minister Of Finance
1,717,916,801 51.00
New Zealand Depository Nominee 209,129,776 6.21
Citibank Nominees (NZ) Ltd 123,935,328 3.68
HSBC Nominees (New Zealand) Limited 102,908,528 3.06
HSBC Nominees (New Zealand) Limited 72, 817,15 7 2.16
JPMORGAN Chase Bank 50,973,875 1.51
BNP Paribas Nominees NZ Limited Bpss40 35,907,230 1.07
Accident Compensation Corporation 32,879,293 0.98
BNP Paribas Nominees NZ Limited 31,228,332 0.93
Washington H Soul Pattinson and Company Limited 13 ,751 , 3 74 0.41
Public Trust 13, 241,181 0.39
Xinwei Investment (NZ) Limited 13,164,081 0.39
Ping Luo 8,690,843 0.26
Custodial Services Limited 8,657,317 0.26
Citicorp Nominees Pty Limited 8,373,146 0.25
BNP Paribas Nominees (NZ) Limited 7, 5 8 6 , 3 11 0.23
BNP Paribas Nominees Pty Ltd 7,499,519 0.22
Tea Custodians Limited 7,309,363 0.22
FNZ Custodians Limited 6,006,025 0.18
Garth Barfoot 6,000,000 0.18
Total2,477,975,480 73.59
Shareholder Statistics – as at 1 August 2022
Size of HoldingInvestors% InvestorsShares% Issued
1-1,000 18,590 34.088,551,188 0.25
1,001-5,000 16,808 30.8242,806,119 1.27
5,001-10,000 6,598 12.1049,183,034 1.46
10,001-100,00011,15420.45329,221,8089.7 7
100,001 and Over 1,389 2.552,938,702,166 8 7. 25
Total 54,539 100.00 3,368,464,315 100.00
AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
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SECURITIES STATISTICS (CONTINUED)
Top Twenty Bondholders – as at 1 August 2022
Investor NameNumber of Bonds% of Bonds
Custodial Services Limited 12,630,000 25.26
PT (Booster Investments) Nominees Limited 6,133,000 12.27
FNZ Custodians Limited 5,024,000 10.05
Forsyth Barr Custodians Limited 2,428,000 4.86
Mt Nominees Limited 2,000,000 4.00
Risk Reinsurance Limited 1,500,000 3.00
Hobson Wealth Custodian Limited 1,189,000 2.38
Tea Custodians Limited 1,000,000 2.00
NZX WT Nominees Limited 861,000 1.72
JBWERE (NZ) Nominees Limited 730,000 1.46
Investment Custodial Services Limited 563,000 1.13
JBWERE (NZ) Nominees Limited 355,000 0.71
Custodial Services Limited 350,000 0.70
Forsyth Barr Custodians Limited 265,000 0.53
HSBC Nominees (NZ) Limited 260,000 0.52
Westpac Banking Corporation 206,000 0.41
Dunedin Diocesan Trust Board 200,000 0.40
J M Butland Limited 150,000 0.30
Murray Allen Sherwin & Adriana Maria Arron 150,000 0.30
JBWERE (NZ) Nominees Limited 140,000 0.28
Total36,134,000 72.27
Bondholder Statistics – as at 1 August 2022
Size of HoldingHolders% HoldersBonds% Issued
1-1,000----
1,001-5,000407.12 200,000 0.40
5,001-10,00013724.381,338,000 2.68
10,001-100,00036564.9411,697,000 23.39
100,001 and Over203.5636,765,000 73.53
Total562100.0050,000,000 100.00
AIR NEW ZEALAND ANNUAL FINANCIAL RESULTS 2022
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Stock exchange listings
Air New Zealand’s Ordinary Shares have been listed on the NZX Main Board (ticker code AIR) since 24 October 1989. It also has bonds
listed on the NZX Debt Market (ticker code AIR020).
Air New Zealand’s Ordinary Shares are listed on ASX (ticker code AIZ) as a Foreign Exempt Listing. The Foreign Exempt Listing means
that Air New Zealand is expected to comply primarily with the Listing Rules of the NZX Main Board (being the rules of its home
exchange) and is exempt from complying with most of ASX’s Listing Rules.
Neither NZX nor ASX has taken any other disciplinary action against the Company during the financial year ended 30 June 2022. In
particular there was no other exercise of powers by NZX under NZX Listing Rule 9.9.3 (relating to powers to cancel, suspend or censure
an issuer) with respect to Air New Zealand during the reporting period.
On 20 July 2017, Air New Zealand launched a sponsored Level 1 American Depositary Receipt (ADR) programme. Air New Zealand’s
American Depositary Shares, each representing five Ordinary Air New Zealand shares and evidenced by ADRs, are traded over-the-
counter in the United States (ticker code ANZLY).
Place of incorporation
New Zealand
In New Zealand, the Company’s Ordinary Shares are listed with a “non-standard” (NS) designation. This is due to particular provisions of
the Company’s Constitution, including the rights attaching to the Kiwi Share
1
held by the Crown and requirements regulating ownership
and transfer of Ordinary Shares.
New Zealand Exchange
Waivers:
The following waivers from the NZX Listing Rules were granted to the Company or relied upon by the Company during the financial
year ended 30 June 2022:
1. Waivers and approvals relating to the Kiwi Share provisions of the Constitution are contained in a decision of NZX Regulation dated
23 July 2019.
2. Under a waiver granted on 29 November 2019 Air New Zealand is permitted to renew an agreement with the Crown (acting through
the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment) under which Air New Zealand provides government agencies with discounted
fares, without the requirement to obtain shareholder approval (as the Crown is a Related Party) under Listing Rule 5.2.1.
3. During the 2022 financial year the Company was granted or relied upon a number of waivers (contained in NZ RegCo Decisions
dated 30 April 2021, 30 September 2021, 14 December 2021 and 30 March 2022) in respect of funding and debt arrangements it
entered into with the Crown, and various amendments to these arrangements. The waivers had the effect of waiving the requirement
in each case for shareholder approvals which would otherwise have been required under Listing Rule 5.1.1 (which requires shareholder
approval for a major transaction) and Listing Rule 5.2.1 (which requires shareholder approval for a Material Transaction with a Related
Party), and were each subject to conditions detailed in the waivers, which included certification by two independent directors of
certain matters. The 14 December 2021 and 30 March 2022 waivers from Listing Rule 5.1.1 included a condition that the Company
obtain shareholder ratification of the respective loan arrangements by 31 December 2022.
The 30 March 2022 decision also waived the requirement under Listing Rule 4.17.6(a) for the Company to give five business days’
notice before the Ex Date for the Rights Issue, and allowed the Company to make the Ex Date for the Offer to be two Business Days
following the announcement of the Offer.
The waivers granted to the company may be accessed at:
30 April 2021
NZ RegCo decision
30 September 2021
NZ RegCo decision
14 December 2021
NZ RegCo decision
30 March 2022
NZ RegCo decision
Compliance with Listing Rules:
For the purposes of ASX Listing Rule 1.15.3, Air New Zealand Limited confirms the Company continues to comply with the NZX Listing Rules.
1. In 1989, the Crown issued a Notice that arises through its holding of special rights Convertible Share, the “Kiwi Share” and the power of the Kiwi Shareholder under
the Constitution. Full details of the rights pertaining to these shares are set out in the Company’s Constitution. The Kiwi Share does not confer any right on its holder
to vote at a shareholder’s meeting unless the Kiwi Share has been converted into an Ordinary Share by its holder. The Kiwi Share is not listed on any stock exchange.
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AIR NEW ZEALAND GROUP
SHAREHOLDER DIRECTORY
New Zealand
Link Market Services Limited
Level 30, PwC Tower
15 Customs Street West, Auckland 1010
PO Box 91976, Auckland 1142
New Zealand
Investor Enquiries:
Phone: (64 9) 375 5998
Fax: (64 9) 375 5990
Email: enquiries@linkmarketservices.co.nz
Australia
Link Market Services Limited
Level 12, 680 George Street
Sydney 2000, Australia
Locked Bag A14, Sydney South
NSW 1235
Australia
Investor Enquiries:
Phone: (61) 1300 554 474
Fax: (61 2) 9287 0303
Investor Relations
Investor Relations Office
Private Bag 92007, Auckland 1142
New Zealand
Phone: 0800 22 22 18 (New Zealand)
(64 9) 336 2607 (Overseas)
Fax: (64 9) 336 2664
Email: investor@airnz.co.nz
Website: airnzinvestor.com
Annual Meeting
Date: 22 September 2022
Time: 2:00pm
Venue: Ellerslie Event Centre – Tote on Ascot
100 Ascot Avenue
Remuera
Auckland
Current Credit Rating
Moody’s rate Air New Zealand Baa2
Auditor
Deloitte Limited (on behalf of the Auditor-General)
Deloitte Centre
80 Queen Street, Auckland Central
PO Box 115033, Shortland Street
Auckland 1140
New Zealand
Registered Office
New Zealand
Air New Zealand Limited
Air New Zealand House
185 Fanshawe Street
Auckland 1010
Postal: Private Bag 92007
Auckland 1142, New Zealand
Phone: (64 9) 336 2400
Fax: (64 9) 336 2401
NZBN: 9429040402543
Australia
Level 12
7 Macquarie Place
Sydney
Postal: GPO 3923, Sydney
NSW 2000, Australia
Phone: (61 2) 8235 9999
Fax: (61 2) 8235 9946
ABN: 70 000 312 685
Board of Directors
Dame Therese Walsh – Chair
Claudia Batten
Dean Bracewell
Laurissa Cooney
Larry De Shon
Alison Gerry
Paul Goulter
Jonathan Mason
Chief Executive Officer
Greg Foran
Chief Financial Officer
Richard Thomson
General Counsel and Company Secretary
Jennifer Page
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Amount (000s)
2,748,000
2,748,000
(591,000)
(591,000)
N/A
N/A
N/A
NZ$ AmountCurrent Period
$0.39
Contact person for this announcement
Audited financial statements accompany this announcement.
New Zealand Dollars
Leila Peters, General Manager Corporate Finance
Prior Comparative Period
$0.86
Contact phone number+64 9 336 2607
Contact email addressinvestor@airnz.co.nz
Date of release through MAP25 August 2022
Net tangible assets per Quoted Equity
Security
A brief explanation of any of the figures
above necessary to enable the figures to be
understood
Refer to media release.
Authority for this announcement
Name of person authorised to make this
announcement
Jennifer Page, General Counsel and Company
Secretary
Imputed amount per Quoted Equity Security
Record Date
Dividend Payment Date
Total net loss(102.4%)
Final Dividend (NZ$)
Amount per Quoted Equity SecurityNo final dividend will be paid
Net loss from continuing operations(102.4%)
Results announcement
(for Equity Security issuer/Equity and Debt Security issuer)
Results for announcement to the market
Name of issuerAir New Zealand
Reporting Period12 months to 30 June 2022
Previous Reporting Period12 months to 30 June 2021
Percentage change
Revenue from continuing operations8.8%
Total Revenue8.8%
Currency
FULL YEAR RESULTS ANNOUNCEMENT
AIR NEW ZEALAND LIMITED
Full Year Ended 30 June 2022 (referred to in this report as the "current full year")
1 Information prescribed by NZX
(a) A Statement of Financial Performance
Refer to the Financial Statements.
(b) A Statement of Financial Position
Refer to the Financial Statements.
(c) A Statement of Cash Flows
Refer to the Financial Statements.
(e) A Statement of Movements in Equity
Refer to the Financial Statements.
Ordinary Shares3986
(g) Commentary on the results
MeasurementCurrent YearPrevious Year
(i)Basic and diluted earnings per shareNZ cents per share(40.8)(26.0)
(ii)Returns to shareholders (see also section (d) above)
Dividend on Redeemable Shares$NZ'm4 -
(iii) Significant features of operating performance:
(iv) Segmental results:
Industry segment
(d) Details of individual and total dividends or distributions and dividend or distribution payments, which:
(i) have been declared, and
(ii) relate to the period (in the case of ordinary dividends or ordinary dividends and special dividends declared at the same time) or
were declared within the period (in the case of special dividends).
Refer to the media release.
Air New Zealand operates predominantly in one segment, its primary business being the transportation of passengers and cargo on an
integrated network of scheduled airline services to, from and within New Zealand. Resource allocation decisions across the network are
made to optimise the consolidated Group's financial result.
Refer to Results for announcement to the market.
(f) Net tangible assets per Quoted Equity Security with the comparative figure for the previous corresponding period
(NZ Cents Per Share)Previous YearCurrent Year
2 The following information, which may be presented in whatever way the Issuer considers is the most clear and helpful to users, e.g.,
combined with the body of the announcement, combined with notes to the financial statements, or set out separately.
Redeemable share dividends of $4 million were declared during the year.
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Full Year Ended 30 June 2022 (referred to in this report as the "current full year")
(iv) Segmental results (continued)
Geographical segment
Current YearPrevious Year
$NZ'm$NZ'm
New Zealand2,031 2,033
Australia and Pacific Islands221 153
Asia, United Kingdom and Europe247 163
America235 168
Total operating revenue2,734 2,517
(v) Discussion of trends in performance:
(vi) The Issuer's dividend policy
(vii)
(h) Audit of financial statements
Basis of preparation
Accounting policies
Refer to the Statement of Accounting Policies and Notes in the financial statements.
Changes in accounting policies
Audit Report
A copy of the audit report is attached at the back of the financial statements.
Additional information
Not applicable.
This full year report was approved by the Board of Directors on 25 August 2022.
Dame Therese Walsh
Chair
An analysis of revenue by geographic region of original sale is provided below.
This report is compiled in accordance with New Zealand Generally Accepted Accounting Practice (“NZ GAAP”). NZ GAAP consists of New
Zealand equivalents to International Financial Reporting Standards (“NZ IFRS”) and other applicable financial reporting standards as appropriate
to profit-oriented entities.
This report is based on accounts which have been audited. The audit opinion has been attached to the back of the financial statements and
contains no qualifications.
Refer to Note 27 of the financial statements.
Refer to the media release.
Analysis of revenue by geographical region
of original sale
The principal non-current assets of the Group are the aircraft fleet which is registered in New Zealand and employed across the worldwide
network. Accordingly, there is no reasonable basis for allocating the assets to geographical segments.
Refer to the media release.
Any other factors which have or are likely to affect the results, including those where the effect could not be
quantified:
Refer to Air New Zealand website - https://www.airnewzealand.co.nz/dividend-history
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