FY24 Results
NZX RELEASE
27 February 2025
Channel Infrastructure NZ Limited (Channel or Channel Infrastructure) (NZX: CHI), New Zealand’s
largest fuel import terminal business, has today released its financial results for the year ended 31
December 2024 (FY24).
Highlights
• Strong safety track record maintained
• Throughput up 3% to 3.5 billion litres, reflecting continued growth in jet fuel demand and relatively
stable diesel and petrol demand
• Updated Envisory outlook continues to show that Channel’s business will be underpinned by jet fuel
demand and the need for a liquid fuel decarbonisation pathway for aviation in the long-term
• Continued world-class delivery of capital projects with the Transmix project completed, and the multi-
year conversion project and private storage projects on track to complete safely, within budget and to
schedule
• Three new storage contracts signed delivering ~$120 million (before PPI indexation) in incremental
revenue over a 15-year period for an investment of between $55-66 million of incremental growth
capital expenditure
• Successful bank refinancing and $50 million capital raise lowers Channel’s WACC and positions it to
deliver on future growth opportunities
• Marsden Point Energy Precinct Concept released which outlines a range of potential energy projects
that would boost New Zealand’s energy resilience. Being considered by the New Zealand
Government as a potential Special Economic Zone
• Entered into a conditional project development agreement with Seadra Energy Inc, who is partnering
with consortium members Qantas, Renova Inc, Kent Plc, and ANZ, to develop a biorefinery at
Channel’s Marsden Point site
• $381 million uplift in fair values of import terminal system and unutilised land resulting in an uplift in
Net Tangible Assets to $1.98 per share
• The Board has declared an unimputed ordinary final dividend of 6.6 cents per share taking total
dividends for the year to 11 cents per share for FY24, representing a dividend payout ratio of 69%
• FY25 EBITDA guidance of $89-$94 million, stay-in-business capex guidance of 8-10% of revenue
and Normalised Free Cash Flow conversion in line with FY24
Key Financial Highlights – Continuing Operations
FY24
$m
FY23
$m
% change
Revenue 139.8 130.7 +7%
EBITDA 95.1 87.2 +9%
EBITDA Margin 68% 67% n/a
Growth Capital Expenditure 29.3 30.6 -4%
Free Cash Flow Conversion 67% 71% n/a
Normalised Free Cash Flow 63.4 61.8 +3%
Total Ordinary Dividend 11 cps 10.5 cps +5%
Commenting, Chair James Miller said “Channel has made significant progress towards our vision of
becoming a world-class energy infrastructure company. Delivering resilient infrastructure solutions to meet
changing fuel and energy needs guides how we have approached our growth opportunities for the benefit
of our shareholders, our people, our community, and New Zealand in 2024.
“Our infrastructure and facilities play a key role in providing fuel security and fuel resilience for New Zealand.
As New Zealand’s strategic fuel storage reserve, with assets, capabilities, and the capacity for growth, we
are looking forward to progressing the Marsden Point Energy Precinct concept in the year ahead.
We are delighted that the Government has indicated it would consider the Marden Point Energy Precinct
as a potential Special Economic Zone, which could include business-friendly regulations, infrastructure and
facilities, investment support and customs and trade facilitation. All of the potential options noted by the
Minister as forming part of a potential Special Economic Zone would help us to deliver our vision for
Marsden Point as an Energy Precinct, grow our operations, and create new jobs in Northland.”
CEO Rob Buchanan said “Alongside the successful and safe running of the import terminal to keep New
Zealand supplied with fuel, our team has continued the safe, on-time and on-budget delivery of a number
of capital projects, with $55 million invested into Channel’s infrastructure across 2024.
“Throughout 2024, we have made excellent progress towards our plan to meet New Zealand’s changing
fuel and energy needs by maximising the value of our highly strategic assets and increasing the proportion
of our revenue that is independent of fuel demand. We signed three significant contracts with current and
new customers in 2024 with revenues of ~$120 million (before PPI indexation) in incremental revenue over
15 years.
“There are many opportunities for Channel to support New Zealand’s energy transition, and the Energy
Precinct concept outlines the exciting potential for these to fit together on our highly strategic site. These
include opportunities for additional fuels storage, lower-carbon future fuels manufacture, as well as a range
of energy security projects such as electricity firming and storage opportunities that are good for New
Zealand.”
Strong financial result in line with guidance
Revenue increased 7% to $139.8 million, with higher terminal fees, reflecting a 3% increase in fuel
throughput, PPI indexation and additional private storage revenue. EBITDA from continuing operations
was $95.1 million (up 9%) and Normalised Free Cash Flow was $63.4 million (up 3%), which represents a
67% Free Cash Flow conversion. Channel Infrastructure continues to target credit metrics consistent with
a BBB+ shadow credit rating and net debt finished the year at $296 million (31 December 2023: $315
million).
Stay-in-business capital expenditure was $12.3 million
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with ongoing investment in upgrading terminal
control systems, scheduled jetty upgrades and statutory tank inspections. Conversion capital expenditure
of $12.9 million reflected completion of the firefighting upgrades and continued work on upgrading the
bunds. Growth capital expenditure of $29.3 million reflected the private storage bund upgrades, the recently
commissioned Transmix storage upgrades and works associated with the Z Energy jet storage contract.
Following more confidence in the long-term fuel outlook and increased recognition of the strategic value of
the land, the 2024 financial accounts reflect a combined $381 million uplift in fair values of import terminal
system and unutilised land resulting in Net Tangible Assets per share of $1.98 at December 2024.
In November 2024, Channel’s bank debt was refinanced lowering our cost of capital and in December, $50
million of capital was successfully raised to fund the future growth of the company and position the company
to execute on further growth opportunities.
Board declares final dividend of 6.6 cents per share
The Board is committed to delivering stable ordinary dividends over time, while maintaining credit metrics
consistent with a shadow investment grade credit rating of BBB+. Channel Infrastructure’s dividend policy
is to pay-out 60-70% of normalised Free Cash Flows.
With steadily increasing and stable cash flows, alongside investing in the resilience of the import terminal
and further growth, Channel continues to pay out increasing dividends. The Board has declared a final
unimputed ordinary dividend of 6.6 cents per share, which will be paid on 27 March 2025. This brings the
total FY24 dividend to 11 cents per share.
Operational excellence and delivery of capital projects
Over 2024, customers imported 3.5 billion litres of fuel through Channel’s infrastructure. This was up 3%
on 2023, reflecting continued growth in jet fuel demand and relatively stable diesel and petrol demand.
There has been an increased number of long-range vessels, resulting in fewer ship movements overall,
following the commissioning of more storage last year.
Channel Infrastructure has continued the safe, on-time and on-budget delivery of a number of capital
projects with $55 million invested in Channel’s infrastructure across 2024, including the new automatic
firefighting equipment, bund upgrades, and upgrades to our infrastructure to enable Transmix to be stored
and exported from Marsden Point was completed.
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Capital expenditure on an accrual basis, $11 million on a cash basis
Investing in growth
Throughout 2024, Channel has made excellent progress towards our plan to meet New Zealand’s changing
fuel and energy needs by maximising the value of our highly strategic assets and increasing the proportion
of our revenue that is independent of fuel demand.
Three significant contracts were signed with current and new customers in 2024 with revenues commencing
over 2025 to 2027, together these deliver an additional $11 million per annum of revenue a year by 2027
and a total of ~$120 million (before PPI indexation) in incremental revenue over 15 years.
An Energy Precinct for New Zealand
The Marsden Point Energy Precinct Concept outlines a range of opportunities for Channel Infrastructure to
support New Zealand’s energy transition. We are already making exciting steps towards the delivery of the
Energy Precinct.
In October, we announced that Seadra, and consortium partners Qantas, Renova Inc, Kent Plc, and ANZ,
were actively considering development of a biorefinery at Marsden Point. While still at the early stages of
assessment, should it go ahead, this project would create value for shareholders through the sale of
decommissioned assets and revenue from long-term contracts for the use of our land, and other
infrastructure. The Seadra consortium continue to make good progress towards a final investment decision.
Should the biorefinery proceed, a substantial proportion of the asset sale proceeds is likely to be reinvested
by Channel in early demolition (already provisioned in the balance sheet), and growth capital expenditure
associated with the construction of infrastructure and storage assets to the biorefinery, for above WACC
returns with long-term contracted revenues.
Work continues on the e-Sustainable Aviation Fuel (e-SAF) project, with Fortescue progressing its study to
the pre-feasibility phase, including more detailed engineering and design studies and developing further
detail on the economic viability of the project. Reflecting the significant advantage of investment already
made into diesel infrastructure at Marsden Point, Channel completed a scoping study on a potential diesel
peaker to support resilience by creating a buffer in dry-years in the electricity system. The proposed model
for the project would result in Channel receiving capacity payments for making the plant available to
potential customers. This model ensures the wholesale market risk is appropriately passed to industry
players who can offset the risk. Channel would only proceed with building the plant if there is contracted
interest from electricity market participants.
FY25 guidance
Looking forward to FY25, EBITDA from continuing operations is expected to be in the range of $89-94
million. This compares to $95.1 million for FY24 or $89.1 million excluding the legacy Wiri lease revenue
which will end at the expiry of the lease in February 2025. This principally reflects the benefit of PPI
indexation on all contracted revenue and a full year contribution from the Transmix contract signed May
2024 and the contracted step down of the fixed fee portion of the import terminal revenue. Stay-in-business
capital expenditure for FY25 is expected to around 8-10% of revenue and the Normalised Free Cash flow
conversion factor expected to be broadly in line with FY24.
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Conference Call
Channel Infrastructure’s Chief Executive Officer, Rob Buchanan and Chief Financial Officer, Alexa Preston
will give a presentation on the Company’s financial and operational performance at 10:30am today.
To access the audio call, dial 09 929 1687 (New Zealand) or 02 9007 3187 (Australia) and ask to be
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Contact details
Investor Relations contact:
Anna Bonney
investorrelations@channelnz.com
Media contact:
Laura Malcolm
communications@channelnz.com
About Channel Infrastructure
Channel Infrastructure is New Zealand’s largest fuel import terminal, storing and distributing 40% of New
Zealand’s transport fuel, including 80% of New Zealand’s jet fuel. We receive, store, test and distribute
petrol, diesel, and jet fuel that our customers import and supply to Auckland and Northland.
Fuel is imported via our deep-water harbour and jetty infrastructure at Marsden Point and stored in more
than 290 million litres of contracted storage tanks on site. The fuel is then distributed via our 170-
kilometre pipeline to Auckland, or by our customers (bp, Mobil, and Z Energy) via truck into Northland. We
underpin the resilience of New Zealand’s fuel supply chain with our tank capacity, which enables
increased storage of fuel in New Zealand, and through efficient, low-emission distribution of the fuel into
the Auckland market. Given our proximity to Auckland, and critical role in the jet fuel supply chain,
Channel is well positioned to support the renewable fuel transition in New Zealand.
Our plan for growth includes supporting fuel resilience for New Zealand through additional fuel storage on
our site, unlocking the strategic value of the Marsden Point Energy Precinct Concept which reflects the
significant role Channel could play in supporting New Zealand’s energy transition – through potential
opportunities including supporting the manufacture of lower-carbon future fuels, as well as a range of
potential energy security opportunities, and exploring expansion beyond Marsden Point through the
acquisition of other terminals infrastructure in New Zealand.
Channel Infrastructure’s wholly-owned subsidiary, Independent Petroleum Laboratory Limited, provides
fuel quality testing services throughout New Zealand.
For more information on Channel Infrastructure, please visit: www.channelnz.com
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Annual Report
2024
Welcome To This Report
Annual Report Overview
This 2024 Annual Report outlines the operational and
financial
performance of Channel Infrastructure NZ
Limited for the 12 months ended 31 December 2024.
Comparative financial information reflects continuing
operations of the fuels import terminal for the 12 months
ended 31 December 2023. This Annual Report also
includes an overview of the Company’s Strategy and
Corporate Governance Framework and includes the
annual Remuneration Report.
In this report, references to “Channel Infrastructure”,
"
Channel", the “Company”, the “Group”, “we”, “us”, “our”
refer to Channel Infrastructure NZ Limited (NZX: CHI),
unless otherwise stated. All dollar figures are in New
Zealand dollars (NZD) unless otherwise stated.
Channel Infrastructure has used non-GAAP (Generally
Accep
ted Accounting Principles) measures when
discussing financial performance in this report. The
directors and management believe that these measures
provide useful information as they are used internally to
evaluate business performance, to establish operational
goals and to allocate resources. Non-GAAP measures
are not prepared in accordance with New Zealand
International Financial Reporting Standards (NZ IFRS)
and are not uniformly defined, therefore the non-GAAP
measures reported in this document may not be
comparable with those that other companies report
and should not be viewed in isolation or considered
as a substitute for measures reported by Channel
Infrastructure in accordance with NZ IFRS. The non-GAAP
measures Channel Infrastructure has used are EBITDA,
EBITDA margin and Normalised Free Cash Flow (FCF).
The
definitions of these can be found on page 104 of
this report.
Reporting Suite
The 2024 Annual Report is published in conjunction with
the 2
024 Sustainability Report which provides information
on our approach, progress and performance in relation
to Channel Infrastructure’s most material environmental,
social and governance (ESG) issues as well as our
climate related physical and transition risks, measures
and t
argets. Channel Infrastructure is a climate reporting
entity for the purposes of the Financial Markets Conduct
Act 2013 (FMCA 2013), and the Sustainability Report has
been prepared in compliance with Part 7A of the FMCA
2013, NZ XRB's Climate-related Disclosure Standards (NZ
CS) and the NZX Corporate Governance Code (refer to
www.nzx.com
). It is also referenced to specific United
Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) where
appropriate, to acknowledge our global partnership in
addressing sustainability and climate change concerns.
This Annual Report, the 2024 Sustainability Report and
Channel Infr
astructure’s Governance Statement together
form an integrated suite of reports and should be read
in conjunction with each other, and where possible, we
have drawn links between each. They are all available
for download at: www.channelnz.com, along with several
underlying documents and policies referred to throughout
this report.
Directors' Statement
The Directors are pleased to present Channel
Infr
astructure NZ Limited’s Annual Report and Financial
Statements for the year ended 31 December 2024.
This Annual Report is dated
26 February 2025 and is
signed on behalf of the Board by:
JB Miller
Chair of the Board
AM Molloy
Chair, Audit and
Finance Committee
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Contents
About Us
4
2024 Highlights
8
Numbers at a Glance
10
Letter from Chair and CEO
14
Our Strategy
20
Board of Directors
26
Corporate Lead Team
28
Financial Commentary
31
Governance
40
Remuneration Report
42
Shareholder and Bondholder Information
50
Statutory Disclosures
56
Consolidated Financial Report
62
Glossary
104
Corporate Directory
105
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About us
Channel’s customers import
3.5BL
of fuel through Channel’s
infrastructure
~350ML
tank capacity available
for conversion
~290ML
of shared and dedicated
storage in service
170km
pipeline to Auckland
Only pipeline capable
of transporting liquid
fuels to Auckland
New Zealand’s
only natural deep
water harbour.
Two jetties capable of receiving
amongst the largest refined
product ships in the world.
180 hectares of highly strategic land
of which only 1/3 is currently in use
Long-term resource consents
relating to fuel manufacturing
Marsden Point Energy Precinct
zoning overlay
Industrial gas, water and
electricity grid connections
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Fuel supply
into Northland
Fuel supply
into Auckland
40%
of New Zealand’s liquid
transport fuel demand
80%
of New Zealand’s
jet fuel demand
Key supply route
t
o Auckland
International
Airport
Lower-carbon future fuels can ‘drop in’ to our
existing infrastructure, replacing today’s fossil
fuels over time, and keeping New Zealand moving
throughout the energy transition.
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Flow Battery
Gas/Diesel
Peaker
MCH, Ammonia imports & other products
Floating LNG Receipt & Gasification
Services for SAF Manufacture
SAF Manufacture
(Phase 1)
Bitumen Terminal
Biofuels Manufacture
SAF Manufacture Expansion
(Phase 2)
IPL
Public Access
(Mair Road)
Stormwater Retention Basin
Truck Loading Facility
(Leased to WOSL
1
)
Lease
(to Long-term Tenant)
Transpower, Northpower
Diesel/Biofuels Compound
(120
Million Litres Capacity)
Jet/SAF Compound
(120 Million Litres Capacity -
45 Million Litres in Service)
Jetties
Owned by Others
Current Facility
Leased to Third Parties
Additional Storage Opportunities
Future Fuels Manufacturing Opportunities
Energy Security Opportunities
Marsden Point Energy
Precinct Concept
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Flow Battery
Gas/Diesel
Peaker
MCH, Ammonia imports & other products
Floating LNG Receipt & Gasification
Services for SAF Manufacture
SAF Manufacture
(Phase 1)
Bitumen Terminal
Biofuels Manufacture
SAF Manufacture Expansion
(Phase 2)
IPL
Public Access
(Mair Road)
Stormwater Retention Basin
Truck Loading Facility
(Leased to WOSL
1
)
Lease
(to Long-term Tenant)
Transpower, Northpower
Diesel/Biofuels Compound
(120
Million Litres Capacity)
Jet/SAF Compound
(120 Million Litres Capacity -
45 Million Litres in Service)
Jetties
Owned by Others
Current Facility
Leased to Third Parties
Additional Storage Opportunities
Future Fuels Manufacturing Opportunities
Energy Security Opportunities
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Realising value of infrastructure
Zero
Tier 1 or 2 process
safety incidents
(FY23: 1)
61
Ships received
and discharged
(FY23: 70)
$55M
Invested in Channel’s
infrastructure in 2024
2.0
TRCF
Total Recordable
Case Frequency
(FY23: 0.9)
Two potential lower-carbon
fuels projects attracted
to Channel’s strategic
assets and infrastructure
THREE NEW GROWTH
CONTRACTS SIGNED
~$120M
Incremental revenue
over a 15-year period
PROVEN CAPITAL
PROJECT DELIVERY
Safely
On time
On budget
2024 Highlights
Safe, reliable & efficient
ASSET AVAILABILITY
>99%
Pipeline availability
100%
Tank availability
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Good neighbour, good citizen
3.5BL
of Customers’ fuel delivered to
market from Marsden Point Terminal
84%
Pipeline utilisation
(average FY24)
~50ML
of redundant tank
capacity contracted
for conversion
Keeping Aotearoa moving
JET FUEL
1,404ML
(+12% PCP)
LEGACY HYDROCARBON PLUME
10%
Reduction in legacy plume over
5 years from 2024
DIESEL
1,087ML
(-1% PCP)
PETROL
992ML
(-2% PCP)
Delivering resilient infrastructure
solutions to meet changing fuel
and energy needs
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Strong cashflow and balance sheet
Sustainable financial performance
REVENUE
$139.8M
Numbers at a glance
91%
subject to PPI
indexation
EBITDA
$95.1M
67%
EBITDA to FCF
conversion
68%
EBITDA
margin
NET DEBT
1
$296M
as at 31 December 2024
LEVERAGE
3.1
x EBITDA
NET TANGIBLE ASSETS
$1.98
per share
1
Excludes Fair Value Hedge Movements
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Delivering to shareholders
TOTAL DIVIDEND
11
CPS
DIVIDEND YIELD
2
5.9%
TSR
37.4%
Total shareholder
return in 2024
2
Based on the 31 December 2024 Share price of $1.87
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Letter
from Chair
and CEO
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Dear Shareholder
Our dedicated team has made
significant progress
towards our vision of becoming a world-class energy
infrastructure company across 2024. Delivering resilient
infrastructure solutions to meet changing fuel and energy
needs guides how we have approached our growth
opportunities for the benefit of our shareholders, our
people, our community, and New Zealand.
Health and safety remains our
oper
ational priority
Getting ‘everyone safely home every day’ is our
s
afety philosophy and is central to how we operate
our business. Our strong safety culture is a clear
demonstration of our commitment to delivering world-
class operations. In 2024, we focused on increasing
the reporting of incidents, including minor incidents and
near-misses. This ensures we take every opportunity
to learn and prevent incidents in the future. At the
same time, we have changed the way we work with
our contractor workforce, implementing stringent new
workforce processes that empower our contractors to
take responsibility for their own safety while working on
our site.
Fuel Resilience for New Zealand
Our infrastructure and facilities play a key role in
pr
oviding fuel security and fuel resilience for New
Zealand. Our unique site, assets, and capabilities
position us as a key strategic site for New Zealand’s
fuel reserve.
We welcomed the Government’s 2024 Fuel Security
S
tudy, which has now drawn to a close, with a strong
recognition of the strategic potential and opportunities
that our Marsden Point site has to support New Zealand’s
fuel security, through the possibility of Marsden Point
becoming one of the first Special Economic Zones if they
are introduced.
Resilience is a question of choice, and how much
pr
otection against external factors is considered
necessary, and through the closure of the Fuel Security
Study, the Government has now indicated it will assess
additional options for fuel supply chain security for New
Zealand. In an increasingly unstable world, and with New
Zealand continuing to rely on supply lines that traverse
some of the most congested, and contested parts of
the world, it is timely that we should be having a public
conversation on our tolerance for risk in the energy supply
chain. Cabinet is set to consider further options for fuel
resilience in New Zealand, including an increase in diesel
Minimum Stockholding Obligations from 21 to 28 days
(additional ~70 million litres of on-shore storage) but not
including reopening an oil refinery due to high cost and
limit
ed effectiveness. Channel is strategically positioned
to support fuel importers to meet these obligations if they
come into force with ~350 million litres of former tank
capacity that can be repurposed.
As we look to the future, we will continue to have
con
versations with current, and potential partners
on how we can utilise our highly strategic Marsden
Point assets and Channel Infrastructure's capabilities to
accommodate energy projects that could boost New
Zealand's energy resilience in the future. We look forward
to further detail from the Government on both Special
Economic Zones, and additional resilience measures.
Operational excellence and delivery of
capit
al projects
World-class operations will ensure the secure and reliable
long-
term operation of our critical assets for New
Zealand’s energy supply chain and earn the confidence
of our customers, community, and stakeholders, to deliver
our future growth. According to global benchmarking we
have undertaken, we are already delivering pipeline and
tank availability statistics in line with some of the best
import terminals in the world, which is something we are
proud of.
Over 2024, 3.5 billion litr
es of our customers’ fuel
came through our infrastructure. This was up 3% on
2023, reflecting continued growth in jet fuel demand
and relatively stable diesel and petrol demand. We
have seen an increased number of long-range vessels
calling at our jetty, and fewer ship movements overall,
following the commissioning of more storage last year.
Channel is the only import terminal in New Zealand
capable of accepting this largest class of long-range
vessels, which improves supply chain efficiency for our
customers as they can bring in larger parcels of fuel in
fewer shipments.
Alongside the successful and safe running of the import
t
erminal to keep New Zealand supplied, our team has
continued the safe, on-time and on-budget delivery of
a number of capital projects with $55 million invested
in Channel’s infrastructure across 2024. New automatic
firefighting equipment has now been commissioned and
work continues to upgrade all site bunds surrounding
our tank compounds, bringing these up to the highest
safety and environmental protection standards. In just
under seven months we also completed an upgrade to
our infrastructure to enable transmix
1
to be stored and
exported from Marsden Point.
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Transmix is a mix of petrol/jet/diesel product that results from operation of terminals and multi-product pipelines
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Strong
financial result in line
with guidance
Revenue increased 7% to $139.8 million, with higher
t
erminal fees reflecting both an increase in fuel
throughput, and the inflation-linked revenue from our
long-term terminal services and storage contracts.
EBITDA from continued operations was $95.1 million and
Normalised Free Cash Flow was $63.4 million, which
represents a 67% Free Cash Flow conversion. We continue
to target credit rating metrics consistent with a BBB+
shadow credit rating and net debt finished the year at
$296 million.
Channel continued to invest for resilience and growth.
S
tay-in-business capital expenditure was $12.3 million
1
with ongoing investment in upgrading terminal control
systems, scheduled jetty upgrades and statutory
tank inspections. Conversion capital expenditure of
$12.9 million reflected completion of the firefighting
upgrades and continued work on upgrading the bunds.
Gr
owth capital expenditure of $29.3 million reflected
the private storage bund upgrades, the recently
commissioned transmix storage project and works
associated with the Z Energy jet storage contract.
During 2024, Envisory updated our fuel forecast which,
along with the s
ecured growth projects has given us
greater certainty of the fuel outlook beyond 2050. As a
result, we have seen a $274 million increase in the fair
value of our import terminal system. The 2024 accounts
also take into consideration the unique attributes of the
Marsden Point site, including its port-adjacent nature,
along with likely heavy industrial use for the site. The
unutilised land value has increased $106 million to
$122 million. This does not represent the full potential
value of the land to Channel or reflect the potential
future value of the Marsden Point Energy Precinct. The
$381 million combined uplift in fair value of import terminal
system and unutilised land has resulted in an uplift in
Channel Infrastructure Net Tangible Assets per share
to $1.98.
We
refinanced our bank debt in November, lowering our
cost of capital, and in December we successfully raised
$50 million of capital from shareholders to fund the future
growth of the company. We are extremely pleased
with the significant level of shareholder support received
across both the Retail and Institutional Offers, reflecting
continued confidence in our team and Company.
Looking forward to FY25, Channel Infrastructure expects
FY
25 EBITDA from continued operations in the range of
$89-94 million and stay-in-business capital expenditure
between 8-10% of revenue and free cash
flow conversion
in line with FY24.
Investing in growth
Throughout 2024, we have made excellent progress
t
owards our plan to meet New Zealand’s changing fuel
and energy needs by maximising the value of our highly
strategic assets and increasing the proportion of our
revenue that is independent of fuel demand.
We signed three significant contracts with current, and
ne
w customers in 2024 with revenues commencing over
2025 to 2027. Together these deliver an additional
$11 million per annum of revenue per year by 2027
and a total of ~$120 million (before PPI indexation) in
incremental revenue over 15 years.
In May, we announced a new seven-year contract
t
o upgrade our infrastructure to enable transmix to
be stored and exported from Marsden Point. This
upgrade is now complete, with revenue from this contract
commencing in December 2024.
In August, we announced a new contract with Z Energy
t
o more than double Z’s current private jet fuel storage at
Marsden Point. This contract also meaningfully increases
the jet storage capacity at Marsden Point.
Finally, in November we welcomed the
first new
customer to Marsden Point since our conversion to
an import terminal, with our agreement with Higgins
Contractors Limited, a subsidiary of Fletcher Building
Limited, to develop a bitumen import terminal for
them. This represents a significant milestone in Channel
Infrastructure’s growth strategy by diversifying the
Company’s customer base and expanding its product
handling set.
An Energy Precinct for New Zealand
In October, we presented our exciting future vision
f
or Marsden Point to shareholders – the Marsden
Point Energy Precinct Concept. This vision provides
a bold template for our bright future, and it was
fantastic to receive endorsement from the Government
for this vision and the critical role we play in New
Zealand’s energy security. There are many and varied
opportunities for Channel to support New Zealand’s
energy transition, and the Energy Precinct outlines the
exciting potential for these to fit together on our highly
strategic site. Shareholders will see opportunities for
even more additional storage, lower-carbon future fuels
manufacture, as well as a range of energy projects such
as electricity firming and storage opportunities.
The Energy Precinct will bring
significant benefits, not just
for Channel, but for the entire Northland region. Projects
within the precinct will require significant
investment
in regional New Zealand, using local contractors
and expertise where possible, and creating a large
number of highly-skilled and well paid regional jobs
1
Capital expenditure on an accrual basis, $11 million on a cas
h basis
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during the construction phase, as well as to run the
pr
ojects. Economic activity and growth in Northland is
positive for our community, and international inbound
investment supports New Zealand’s economic growth.
The Government announced it is considering a Special
E
conomic Zone for Marsden Point, which would help us to
deliver our vision for Marsden Point as an Energy Precinct.
It is a resounding vote of confidence in the future of
our Company, and we look forward to seeing the full
potential of the Energy Precinct delivered over time.
We are already making exciting steps towards the
deliv
ery of the Energy Precinct.
In October, we announced that Seadra, and consortium
par
tners Qantas, Renova Inc, Kent Plc, and ANZ, were
actively considering development of a biorefinery at
Marsden Point. While at the early stages of assessment,
should it go ahead, this project would create value
for shareholders through the sale of decommissioned
assets and revenue from long-term contracts for the
use of our land and other infrastructure. The Seadra
consortium continue to make good progress towards a
final investment decision.
The proposed
biorefinery project has been located on
the Marsden Point site such that it would not impact
on the proposed footprint for the previously announced
proposed e-Sustainable Aviation Fuel project at our site
with Fortescue. Work continues on this project, with
Fortescue continuing to progress its study to the pre-
feasibility phase, including more detailed engineering
and design studies and developing further detail on the
economic viability of the project.
The exciting future vision of our Energy Precinct, as well
as the pr
ojects signalled in 2024, demonstrate the way
we will unlock the strategic value of Marsden Point for
the benefit of New Zealand, and we are excited about
beginning to deliver on these plans in 2025.
Governance changes to drive our
s
trategy forward
In 2024, we continued our planned succession and
r
enewal of the Board to ensure we have the right
skills and experience at the Board table to take your
company forward.
Lucy Nation stepped down in April, and Vanessa
S
toddart will retire at the 2025 Annual Shareholders’
Meeting, after more than 11-years on the Board. Lucy
provided world-class experience in terminal operations
and future fuels, alongside invaluable contributions to
the Health, Safety and Operations Committee and
People and Culture Committee. Vanessa led our focus on
putting people at the centre of our decision making, in
particular through the company transition. Vanessa has
been a passionate advocate for diversity, and has set us
up with a s
trong culture to ensure we are developing our
leaders from within the business.
We welcomed Felicity Underhill to the Board in March,
and Angela B
ull in October. Felicity is highly experienced
in the energy and future fuels sectors, and was one of the
early movers working on energy transition challenges and
projects across the Asia Pacific region. Reflective of the
Board’s desire to strengthen its expertise in commercial
land use development and infrastructure, Angela brings
deep experience in large scale commercial land use
development, property and infrastructure development.
Following these changes, our Board has 7 out of 8
independent dir
ectors, an excellent balance of skills
and an impressive, combined total of more than 100
years of experience in property estate development, fuel
terminals, oil and gas, and fuel supply chain sectors.
Shareholder returns
With steadily increasing and stable cash
flows, alongside
investing in the resilience of our terminal and further
growth, we have continued to pay out increasing
dividends to our loyal shareholders. The Board has
declared a final unimputed ordinary dividend of 6.6 cents
per share, which will be paid on 27 March 2025. This
brings the total FY24 dividend to 11 cents per share.
In 2024, we have delivered another good year of returns
f
or our shareholders with a dividend yield
2
of 5.9%,
alongside a free cash flow yield of 8.3% and a Total
Shareholder Return of 37.4%.
Thank you
Finally, a note of thanks. The delivery of so many
mile
stones in 2024 would not have been possible without
the hard work and dedication of our experienced and
proven world-class team. We have also been well
supported over many years by our loyal shareholders and
bondholders - and we thank you. Thank you also to
our customers and the local community for continuing to
work closely with us for the benefit of New Zealand.
James Miller
Chair
Rob Buchanan
Chief Executive Officer
2
Based on the
31 December share price of $1.87
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Our
Strategy
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World-class energy
infrastructure
company
Delivering resilient
infrastructure solutions
to meet changing fuel
and energy needs
Our strategic
framework
Our Vision
Our Purpose
Our Strategic Priorities
New Zealand’s Infrastructure
Partner of Choice
Grow through supporting
the Energy Transition
More sustainable future
World-class
Operator
Grow from
the Core
Disciplined
Capital
Management
Strong safety
systems and
culture
Resilient
infrastructure
Long-term asset
management
Customer
focused
Brownfield
opportunities
at Marsden Point
Consolidator
of fuels
infrastructure
Supply chain
optimisation for
our customers
Target credit
metrics
consistent with
a BBB+ shadow
credit rating
Deliver above
WACC returns
Cost
management
Stable dividends
People and
capability
development
Future focused
Continuous
Improvement
Adaptive
Repurposing
Marsden Point
Support
transition of
aviation to lower
carbon fuels
Marsden Point
Energy Precinct
Reducing
environmental
impacts
Community
engagement
and iwi relations
Just transition
Transparency
and disclosure
High
Performance
Culture
Support
Energy
Transition
Good
Neighbour,
Good Citizen
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Our Strategy
New Zealand's Infrastructure Partner of Choice
STRATEGIC PILLAR2024 HIGHLIGHTS
World-class Operator
Safe and reliable operator of critical infrastructure
Customer satisfaction survey
reflects meaningful improvement in
overall satisfaction
Supply chain
efficiencies for customers with fewer ship visits and a reduction in
alongside time
World-class delivery of fire fighting equipment and bund upgrade projects
World-class availability
Strong lead indicator performance
High
Performance Culture
5+ percentage point lift in engagement and 26+ percentage point lift since
conversion to an import terminal
Specific
skills and knowledge recruited into the business to drive strategic
outcomes and enhanced world-class capability
Apprenticeship program implemented to improve depth and resilience in key roles
Grow through supporting the Energy Transition
STRATEGIC PILLAR2024 HIGHLIGHTS
Grow from the Core
Three growth contracts secured delivering ~$120 million o
f incremental revenue
Biorefinery
proposed at Marsden Point with a conditional agreement announced
Continue to investigate other potential energy opportunities to support the
ener
gy transition, including partnership with Fortescue
Support
Energy Transition
Marsden Point Energy Precinct Concept released
Other potential energy opportunities to support the transition
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More sustainable future
STRATEGIC PILLAR2024 HIGHLIGHTS
Disciplined
Capital Management
Successfully
refinanced bank facilities, reducing financing costs, increasing total
facility tenor and adding $30 million of liquidity headroom.
Successfully raised $50 million equit
y to fund growth projects secured across 2024
Delivered EBITDA, Free Cash Flow and capex guidance
Good Neighbour,
Good Citizen
Maintained a high standard of environmental performance and continue to focus
on r
educing our impact on the surrounding environment
Engaging with the local community through local business forums and regular
mee
tings with iwi
Iwi Scholarship launch and Leadership training opportunities extended to Iwi
Incorporated ESG into long-term business model planning
Reduced Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 76%
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Board of Directors
and Corporate
Lead Team
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Board of Directors
QUALIFICATIONTENURECOMMITTEES
James Miller
Chair
BCom
FCA
6 yearsAudit & Finance
People & Culture
Andrew Brewer
Director
BEng (Hons)
BSc
Post Grad. Dip.
In Management
1 yearHealth, Safety,
En
vironment
& Operations
Angela Bull
Director
BA/LLBAppointed
24 October
2024
People & Culture
Andrew Holmes
Director
BSc (Hons)
MBA
3 yearsHealth, Safety,
En
vironment
& Operations
People & Culture
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QUALIFICATIONTENURECOMMITTEES
Anna Molloy
Director
BEng
BCom
CFA
3 yearsAudit & Finance (Chair)
People & Culture
Vanessa Stoddart
Director
BCom/LLB (Hons)
Post Grad. Dip.
P
rofessional Ethics
GAICD, CFInstD
11 yearsPeople & Culture (Chair)
Felicity Underhill
Director
BA
MA (Dist)
Appointed
15 March
2024
Audit & Finance
Health, Safety,
En
vironment
& Operations
1
Paul Zealand
Director
BSc (Hons)
MBA
8 yearsAudit & Finance
Health, Safety,
En
vironment &
Operations (Chair)
1
From
1 January 2025
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Corporate Lead Team
Rob Buchanan
CEO
BCom, M.Bus
Executive
Certificate in
Management and Leadership
Rob has been Channel's CEO since early 2023, leading the company through
it
s strategy refresh, drive for world-class and delivery of its growth projects.
With a passion for helping energy and infrastructure companies create value
while navigating challenging s
trategic issues and changing industry dynamics,
Rob has had a key role in the execution of Channel's growth plans and drive to
deliver further value to Channel Infrastructure’s shareholders.
Prior to joining Channel, Rob was GM Growth & Trading at Manawa Energy,
with r
esponsibility for the company’s renewables development, energy trading
and commercial and industrial sales functions.
Prior to Manawa Energy, Rob had an almost 20-year career in investment
banking, advis
ing companies in New Zealand, Australia and Europe, including
as Head of Mergers & Acquisitions at Forsyth Barr in New Zealand. Rob also
worked in the investment banking business of ABN AMRO Bank, working across
Australasia and Europe.
Alexa Preston
CFO
BBus, CA
Alexa joined Channel as Chief Financial Officer in late 2023, and has played
a crucial r
ole in the business, leading Channel Infrastructure Finance, Human
Resources and IT functions and overseeing the successful execution of
Channel's $50 million equity raise and successful debt refinance in 2024.
Alexa has more than 20 years’ experience in senior management, finance,
commercial, investment banking and advisory roles. Prior to joining Channel,
s
he held the position of Finance Lead Partner - Group Performance and
Investor Relations at Spark New Zealand Limited.
Alexa began her career with PricewaterhouseCoopers. She has held senior
r
oles with Grant Samuel & Associates, KPMG, NZME Limited and Spark New
Zealand Limited.
Jack Stewart
GM Operations
BE (Mech)
Jack is GM Operations at Channel Infrastructure, and has played a key role
in the oper
ational delivery of the company's growth, with responsibility for
operations, maintenance, project works as well as the day-to-day delivery of
terminal services to our customers.
Jack has worked at Marsden Point for over 20-years, joining the business as
a mechanical engineer at the s
tart of his career. He has performed a broad
range of leadership roles over his time with the company, including in the
areas of engineering, maintenance, project management, operations, health
and safety and environment. Jack led the business through the transition from
refinery to terminal operations as Project Director for the Conversion Project
prior to his appointment as Channel's GM Operations.
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Chris Bougen
General Counsel and
C
ompany Secretary
LLB (Hons), LLB, LLM
Chris is Channel Infrastructure’s General Counsel and Company Secretary
and is r
esponsible for managing the Group’s legal affairs, governance, and
company secretarial functions.
Chris was heavily involved in the preparations for the company's transition
t
o Channel Infrastructure, including securing the overwhelming support of
shareholders for this change. Since then, Chris has played a crucial role
negotiating new contracts and growth for the company.
Chris has extensive experience in both private practice and in-house legal
r
oles across the energy and heavy industrial sectors in New Zealand, with
experience advising on a wide range of commercial matters as well as
providing legal support for major corporate and governance matters. Prior
to joining the company, Chris worked for Fletcher Building and for a leading
national law firm.
Peter van Cingel
Business
Development Manager
BE(Mech) (Hons)
Peter is Channel Infrastructure’s Business Development Manager and
is r
esponsible for executing Channel’s growth strategy and business
development activities.
Peter has held a broad range of roles in the supply chain, commercial,
s
trategic, and business development areas since joining the company in 2002.
As Business Development Manager, Peter is central to the delivery of new
long-term growth projects that support Channel’s customers.
Peter previously held roles in the upstream oil industry, in Europe, Russia, and
the Middle E
ast, as well as supply chain management, procurement and
business improvement.
Steve Levell
General Manager IPL
DipEng, CMS
Steve is General Manager IPL, the fuel testing business which is a wholly-
o
wned subsidiary of Channel Infrastructure.
Steve joined the company in 2012 and has held a broad range of leadership
r
oles, including business improvement, before he was appointed to the IPL
General Manager role in 2021.
Steve has a strong engineering background and prior to joining Refining NZ
held a number o
f Technical and Leadership positions in the Petro/Chemical
and Scientific research sectors.
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Financial
Commentary
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Import terminal delivers stable
returns and strong margins
and cash flow conversion
2024 Highlights2025 Outlook
FY24 REVENUE
$139.8M
EBITDA TO FCF
CONVERSION
67%
FY25 EBITDA
GUIDANCE
$89-94M
8-10%
OF REVENUE
FY25 stay-in-business
capex
EBITDA
$95.1M
Strong financial
performance
TOTAL DIVIDEND
11
CPS
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Income Statement
Continuing Operations
The results from continuing operations include import
t
erminal fees earned under the Terminal Services
Agreements and Contracted Storage Agreements and
Wiri land and terminal lease, and the associated
operating costs, as well as the results of Independent
Petroleum Laboratory.
FY23FY24
$ MILLION$ MILLION
Revenue130.7139.8
Operating Costs43.544.7
EBITDA
87.295.1
Depreciation35.438.7
Financing costs
17.620.0
Net
Profit before tax
34.136.4
Income tax expense
6.510.5
Net Profit after tax from
continuing operations27.626.0
Revenue
Channel Infrastructure's primary source of revenue comes
fr
om the fees earned under the Terminal Services
Agreements, a combination of fixed and throughput
related fees, for fuels delivered via Channel's pipeline to
Auckland and the Truck Loading Facility, and wharfage.
Fees under the Terminal Services Agreements are subject
to take-or-pay commitments, set at $100 million per
annum (real) for the first three years reducing to
$90 million per annum (real) from 1 April 2025.
Additional revenue is earned through Contracted
S
torage Agreements. Contracted revenue relates to fees
earned from Private and Additional Storage Agreements
with our Customers, and the agreement for the handling,
storage and export of transmix are capacity-based (i.e.
independent of throughput), with revenue of $17 million
in 2024.
All fees under the Terminal Services Agreement and
C
ontracted Storage Agreements are subject to PPI
escalation with a one-year lag (i.e. 2024 inflation 4.18%
applies to 2025 fees charged).
The $6 million per annum o
f legacy Wiri lease fees will
continue until February 2025 when the lease expires. This
revenue relates to a lease arrangement that was entered
into in 1990. On 28 February 2025 ownership of the Wiri
terminal assets will revert to bp, Mobil and Z Energy.
Wiri lease and other
Contracted Storage
Laboratory testing
Terminal fees – fixed
Terminal fees – variable
Revenue
(Continuing Operations)($m)
61.5
4 8.9
17.3
7. 1
5.1
70
60
50
40
30
20
10
0
FY23 FY24FY23 FY24FY23 FY24FY23 FY24FY23 FY24
Revenue
(Continuing Operations)($m)
Wiri lease and other
Contracted Storage
Laboratory testing
Terminal fees – fixed
Terminal fees – variable
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Operating Costs
Channel Infrastructure's largest costs are electricity and
utilitie
s and payroll, together making up 51 percent of
total operating costs.
Electricity supply is a key operating cost for our
bus
iness and from 1 January 2024 Channel has a fixed
price variable volume contract that delivered significant
benefit throughout a year of high spot prices.
Labour costs
reflect the salary and other employee costs
of import terminal, laboratory and corporate staff.
Administration and other costs comprise insurance, IT,
r
ates and governance and compliance costs.
Materials and contractor payments relate to the cost of
s
ite and asset maintenance.
Depreciation
The depreciation cost of c.$38.6 million per annum
included W
iri asset depreciation of c.$5.5 million which
will cease with the expiry of the Wiri lease on
28 February 2025.
Financing Costs
The
effective interest rate applying in the twelve months
ended 31 December 2024 was 5.7 per cent with the
majority of debt fixed as at 31 December 2024 providing
funding cost certainty.
Salaries, wages
and benefits
Administration
and other costs
Operating Costs
(Continuing Operations)($m)
13.5
9. 3
8.9
13
15
10
5
0
FY23 FY24FY23 FY24FY23 FY24FY23 FY24
Energy and utility costs
Materials and
contractor payments
Salaries, wages and benefits
Administration
and other costs
Operating Costs
(Continuing Operations)($m)
Energy and utility costs
Materials and
contractor payments
Discontinued Operations
A net loss after tax of $12.1 million is reported from
discontinued operations in 2024 which reflects the results
from refining activities. This includes $0.2 million of
revenue recognised in relation to scrap metal sales.
Total expenses amounted to $16 million, comprising
operating costs of $4 million, conversion costs and the
revaluation of assets, relating to the change in fair value
of the refining plant, negative $10 million and non-cash
financing costs of $2 million.
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Cashflow
Strong operating cash flows from continuing operations
funded a
significant portion of capital expenditure
related to conversion and growth capex spend, with net
debt increasing to $296 million.
Capital Expenditure
Channel invested approximately $53 million int
o
infrastructure upgrades throughout 2024 with $42 million
invested in growth and conversion projects. Projects
completed throughout the year have been delivered as
part of the multi-year $220 million conversion project
and $50 million Private Storage project. Projects were
delivered safely, on time, and to budget and include
firefighting
upgrades and bund upgrades. Growth also
includes the recently commissioned transmix storage
upgrade works and the Z Energy jet storage contract
(announced August 2024).
Equity raise
During the year Channel completed a $50 million equit
y
raise to assist with funding the three growth projects
announced during 2024. The equity raise was strongly
supported by existing and new shareholders.
Leverage
The strong cash flow performance for the year has
enabled the Boar
d to declare an unimputed final
ordinary dividend of 6.6 cents per share that will be paid
on 27 March 2025, a total FY24 dividend 11 cents per share
(representing a dividend yield of 5.9%).
315
(94)
Net Debt
FY23
Net Debt
FY24
Op
Cashflow
Financing
SIB
Capex
Ordinary
Dividends
Special
Dividends
Conv
Costs
Gowth
Capex
Equity
Issuance
315
20
11
40
6
19
29
(48)296
Net Debt Movement
($m)
FY23FY24
Stay-in-businessGrowthConversion
80
60
40
20
0
Capex
($m)
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Balance Sheet
Net Assets
Net assets of the Company are $818 million at
31 December
2024 a 64% increase from 31 December
2023 ($499 million). The Import Terminal System (ITS) and
unutilised land were revalued with a combined uplift of
$381 million resulting in an uplift in Net Tangible Assets per
share to $1.98. Key changes impacting the import terminal
system valuation since 31 December 2023 include:
• updated fuel forecast provides greater confidence in
likely fuel consumption beyond 2050 improving the
terminal assumption
• additional growth contracts secured with existing
contr
acts assumed to be renewed given greater
certainty regarding fuel outlook
•significant
reduction in risk free rate reducing
discount rate
The Company's revaluation policy requires independent
as
sessment of value every three years or more frequently
if the value of the assets is likely to have changed
materially (refer to note 9 for additional information).
Provisions and employee benefits
Provisions associated with the conversion to an import
t
erminal have reduced by $7 million, with $3 million
spent on shutdown and decommissioning and workforce
transition. An increase to the discount rate has resulted
in a $2 million reduction in overall conversion provisions,
offset by an increase to the demolition and restoration
provision of $2.9 million and provision discount unwinding
of $2 million. The workforce transition and other provision
is now complete with no further costs to be incurred.
An additional $1.3 million has been r
ecognised in the
environmental provision. The additional costs reflect
works required to upgrade the monitoring of the legacy
hydrocarbon plume in the Northern tank farm area,
including installation of additional monitoring wells and
a recovery pump.
An additional $1.6 million has been r
ecognised relating
to the long-term demolition. The long-term demolition
scope has been reassessed by Liberty Industrial
(specialist contractor) as at June 2024.
Working Capital
Net working capital (after excluding current conversion
pr
ovisions) is positive $5 million.
Borrowings
In November 2024 the Company successfully refinanced
its bank facilities reducing financing costs, increasing
t
otal facility limits and extending tenor.
Total available debt facilities are currently $435 million
with no maturitie
s within 12 months and a
weighted average debt maturity of 4.2 years as at
31 December 2024.
350
300
250
200
150
100
50
0
202520262027202820292030
BankRetail Bonds
Debt Maturity Profile
(as at 31 December 2024)($m)
The Group’s net debt as at 31 December 2024 was
$296 million, resulting in total headroom of $138 million.
Tax Losses
The Company generated significant tax losses through
the con
version to an import terminal. As at 31 December
2024, the Company held tax losses amounting to
c.$421 million which will be used to offset against future
assessable income.
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Governance
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Governance
Channel Infrastructure NZ Limited operates in New Zealand and
i
s listed on the NZX’s Main Board. It is subject to regulatory
control and monitoring by both the NZX and the Financial
Markets Authority (“FMA”). Our corporate governance framework
sets out our Board’s practices and processes to provide
accountability to shareholders for Channel Infrastructure’s actions
and performance.
This section of the Annual Report provides summary
inf
ormation on our current corporate governance
framework. The Company’s full Governance Statement,
including detailed reporting against the NZX Corporate
Governance Code, together with our governance policies
can be viewed on the ”Investor Centre” section of our
website: www.channelnz.com.
The Board considers that it has followed the
r
ecommendations in the NZX Corporate Governance
Code during the financial year ended 31 December 2024.
The Governance Statement is annually reviewed
and appr
oved by the Board and is current as at
27 February 2025.
Composition of Board
The Board currently consists of eight Directors:
• James Miller (Chair), Angela Bull, Andrew Holmes, Anna
Mollo
y, Vanessa Stoddart, Felicity Underhill and Paul
Zealand are Independent Directors.
• Andrew Brewer is not an Independent Director.
The Board Chair is an Independent Director,
r
esponsible for representing the Board to shareholders.
Independence is assessed according to the NZX Main
Board Listing Rules criteria. No shareholder has any
constitutional right to appoint Directors.
Responsibilities of the Board and
it
s Committees
The Board is responsible for setting the Company’s
s
trategic direction and for providing oversight of the
management of the Company, with the aim of increasing
shareholder value and ensuring the obligations of the
Company are properly met. The Board is accountable to
shareholders for the performance of the Company, with
day-to-day management of the Company delegated to
the Chie
f Executive Officer.
The Board uses committees to address certain issues
that r
equire detailed consideration by members of the
Board who have specialist knowledge and experience.
The Board retains ultimate responsibility for the functions
of its committees and determines their responsibilities.
There are currently three Board committees:
• The Audit and Finance Committee comprising four
members, all of which are Independent Directors,
• The People and Culture Committee comprising
five
1
members, all of which are Independent Directors,
• The Health, Safety, Environment and Operations
C
ommittee comprising of four members, of which three
are Independent Directors.
With seven of the eight directors now being Independent
Dir
ectors, the Board disestablished the Independent
Directors Committee in 2024, with actual or potential
conflicts involving any director managed in accordance
with protocols in the Board Charter. The respective roles
of the Board, its committees and management (the
Corporate Lead Team) are set out in the Board’s and
relevant committees’ charters.
The committees annually evaluate their own performance
agains
t their charters to ensure that they are appropriate
to assist the Board in effectively fulfilling its role and
meeting its duties. The Board also undertakes a periodic
evaluation of its performance, and the Board will engage
an external consultant in the first half of 2025 to prepare
an evaluation report.
1
As from
1 January 2025.
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Risk Management
The Company's approach to risk management is set out
in the Sus
tainability Report and Governance Statement,
and the Governance Statement contains a summary
of the categories of risk identified as currently
being the k
ey material enterprise risks to Channel
Infrastructure’s business.
Meeting Attendance
Director attendances at Board and committee meetings during 2024 were as follows:
APPOINTEDRESIGNED
BOARD
MEETING
1
AUDIT AND
FINANCE
COMMITTEE
PEOPLE AND
CULTURE
COMMITTEE
INDEPENDENT
DIRECTORS
COMMITTEE
HEALTH,
SAFETY,
ENVIRONMENT
AND
OPERATIONS
COMMITTEE
SITE
WALKS
2
J MillerIndependent
Chair
1 Nov 20189/94/45/54/43
A BrewerNon-
independent
6 Dec 20239/94/43
A BullIndependent24 Oct 20242/21/22
A HolmesIndependent4 Apr 20228/95/54/44/43
AM MolloyIndependent4 Apr 20228/94/45/5
3
3/44/4
3
3
L NationNon-
independent
1 Feb 202130 Apr
2
024
3/32/22/21
VCM StoddartIndependent20 May
2013
8/95/54/43
F UnderhillIndependent15 Mar 20248/83/33/3
3
2/33/3
3
3
P A ZealandIndependent29 Aug 20168/94/44/44/43
1 Includes
30 April 2024 Annual Shareholders’ Meeting.
2 Combination of physical walks and virtual engagements.
3 Attended as an observer
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Remuneration
Report
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Remuneration Governance
Channel Infrastructure’s remuneration framework and
policie
s are overseen by the People and Culture
Committee (the P&C Committee). The composition of
the P&C Committee as at the date of this report is
set out in the Governance section on page 40 of this
report. All members of the P&C Committee are currently
independent directors. Management only attends P&C
Committee meetings by invitation.
The P&C Committee operates under the People and
Cultur
e Committee Charter, which is available to view on
the Company’s website.
The Company has adopted a Director and Executive
R
emuneration Policy which outlines the remuneration
philosophy and framework for the Channel Infrastructure
group, including the principles and procedures for the
approval of remuneration for Directors and the Corporate
Lead Team.
Key remuneration principles
The key principles of Channel Infrastructure’s
r
emuneration policy are:
• The Company will apply a fair and equal approach
to remuneration and reward practices, based on
the value of services performed within the context
of a competitive market and having regard to the
individual’s experience, skills and performance.
• We aim to attract and retain appropriately qualified
and experienced individuals.
• Performance based compensation is to be aligned
with Channel Infr
astructure’s performance objectives
and risk profile so as to promote sustained value
creation without undue risk taking.
The Channel Infrastructure Board considers the main
ob
jectives and purpose driving the remuneration policy,
the links to performance and delivery of overall company
strategy and qualitative factors. The Boar
d takes
independent advice and establishes market rates and
medians against New Zealand businesses of comparable
size and complexity, having regard to industry specific
and generalist roles. Individual performance, company
performance and market relativity are key considerations
in setting remuneration levels.
Channel Infrastructure is committed to pay equity, and
has adop
ted processes and procedures to monitor, and
identify opportunities to address, the pay equity gap.
As at June 2024, the pay equity gap was 16 per cent.
Channel remains committed to closing the gap and
actively monitors remuneration levels especially during
the appointment of staff into new roles to ensure that
women are actively supported into broader and more
senior roles in the Company.
Directors’ Remuneration and
Fe
e Review
The Board determines the level of remuneration paid
t
o Directors from a total fee pool that is authorised
by shareholders. The current total director fee pool,
approved by shareholders in April 2023, is $927,000.
The Company regularly reviews fees to assess the
appr
opriateness of the fees paid to Directors and
to ensure that the Company’s Director remuneration
practices are consistent with market trends, the objective
of attracting and retaining high calibre individuals
as Directors and ensuring Directors are appropriately
compensated for their workload on the various
Board sub-committees under the Channel Infrastructure
governance framework.
The remuneration and other benefits, excluding
r
eimbursements, received by the individual Directors
of the Company during the 2024 financial year were
as follows:
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BOARD FEES ($)
AUDIT AND FINANCE
COMMITTEE FEES ($)
PEOPLE AND CULTURE
COMMITTEE FEES ($)
HEALTH, SAFETY,
ENVIRONMENT
AND OPERATIONS
COMMITTEE FEES ($)
TOTAL
REMUNERATION ($)
JB Miller196,000---196,000
AT Brewer84,508--5,50090,008
AJ Bull
1
18,441
2
-1,035-19,476
A Holmes98,000-5,5005,500109,000
AM Molloy98,00031,0002,842-131,842
L Nation
3
25,667
2
-1,8331,83329,333
VCM Stoddart98,000-21,000-119,000
FJC Underhill
4
78,064
2
10,754--88,818
PA Zealand98,00013,500-25,000136,500
1 Appointed
24 October 2024.
2 Fees earned for 2024 represent a part year
3 Resigned 30 April 2024.
4 Appointed 15 March 2024.
The Directors do not participate in any
profit-based
incentive system. No Director of the Company has
received, or become entitled to receive, a benefit
(other than a benefit included in the total emoluments
received or due and receivable by Directors shown in this
report), including shares, remuneration paid by subsidiary
company or other payments from services provided
(including Directors and Officers insurance cover). The
Chair does not receive additional fees for being on a
board committee. No loans have been made to Directors.
The Directors of subsidiary companies (refer to page 58)
are not remunerated in those positions.
Chief Executive
Officer Remuneration
Rob Buchanan commenced his employment as Chief
Ex
ecutive Officer in March 2023. As Chief Executive
Officer, he is incentivised to deliver long-term shareholder
value through a high portion of pay at risk and
an appropriate weighting of short- and long-term
incentives. Rob Buchanan’s total remuneration package
is outlined below:
Base salary and benefits
The CEO received a
fixed salary being $570,000 per
annum for FY24, and is entitled to participate in the
Channel Infrastructure Employee Share Purchase Scheme
(s
ubject to its terms) and receives other miscellaneous
benefits such as mileage, accommodation costs when
travelling and Kiwisaver.
Short-term incentive
The CEO is entitled to a short-term performance
incentiv
e (STI) payment based on achievement of agreed
key performance indicators (KPIs). The STI is an incentive
with an “on target” amount of 35 per cent of base salary
per plan year, with the potential for this to increase
to 45 per cent depending on performance. Short-term
incentive payments are deemed “at risk” payments
designed to motivate and reward performance in the
financial year. The STI is paid in the year following the
performance period.
The Chief Executive
Officer’s KPIs for his short-term
incentive entitlement, are based on delivery against
the Company Scorecard, which is a company-wide
scorecard used to benchmark overall performance for all
staff at Channel and an individual CEO Scorecard, with
performance objectives which are
specific to the CEO,
both of which are aligned to the Company’s publicly-
available strategy. The KPIs agreed with the Board for
the 2024 financial year related to
1
:
1
See
five-year summary table on page 47 for the percentage of the STI entitlement earned by the CEO for the 2024 financial year, based on
performance against the agreed KPIs
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KPI CATEGORYWEIGHTING
Delivery against
C
ompany scorecard
Strategic PillarKey Performance Metric50%
NZ Infrastructure Partner
of Choice
Safety engagements and performance
Customer satisfaction
Grow through supporting
the Energy Transition
New contracted revenue originated during the year
More Sustainable Future
EBITDA and Normalised Free Cash Flow performance against budget
Key environmental metrics
Delivery against CEO
scorecard
Strategic PillarKey Performance Metric50%
World Class Operator
Terminal performance and onsite health and safety compliance
High performance culture
Workforce engagement
Grow from the core
Progress prioritised growth opportunities
Support energy transition
Delivery of a plan for the repurposing of Marsden Point through the
Ener
gy Precinct
Disciplined
capital management
Performance against budget EBITDA and free cash flow targets against
budge
t and market guidance
Delivery of shadow BBB+ credit metrics
Relationships with investors and lenders
Good neighbour,
good citizen
Government engagement
Performance against key environmental KPIs
Long-Term Remuneration Incentive
• The CEO is entitled to a long-term incentive in the
f
orm of:
– A grant in 2023 of initial share rights equivalent
to $500,000 that are tenure-based in nature and
due to vest on 31 January 2028, and which are
summarised further in the table below;
– An annual award of long-term incentive (LTI) share
right
s equivalent to 45 per cent of base salary
on the
first anniversary of the commencement
date of his employment and with measures and
targets to be agreed with the Board on each
subsequent anniversary;
– The Chief Executive Officer’s LTI entitlement
(including the initial s
hare rights) is capped at
$8 million and thereafter subject to negotiation
The table below provides a summary of share rights
curr
ently issued to the Chief Executive Officer.
COSTS RECOGNISED
(FINANCIAL YEAR)
PERFORMANCEGRANTVESTINGNUMBER OFVALUE AT
GRANT DATE
(PER RIGHT)
20232024TOTAL
YEARDATEDATESHARE RIGHTS$000$000$000
2023 Initial share rights
1
31 Jan 202331 Jan 2028337,975$1.47946363
2024 Long Term Incentive (LTI)
share rights
2
10 Apr 2024Q1 2027175,709$1.4598692998
1 A grant of initial share rights equivalent to $500,000 that are tenure based in nature and due to vest on 31 January 2028 subject to achievement of a
minimum “
on target” performance against annual controllable KPIs during the vesting period as determined and assessed by the Board at the end of
that period, including no workplace death occurring during the 5-year vesting period, where Channel is found to be responsible for such death.
2 The vesting of LTI Share Rights is subject to satisfaction of the following Vesting Conditions:
(a) Remaining a Channel employee during 3-year vesting period subject to certain "good leaver" cessation of employment scenarios at the discretion
o
f the Board.
(b) Satisfaction of the Performance Conditions, comprising (as to 50%) an absolute Total Shareholder Returns (TSR) comparator based on Channel’s
co
st of equity plus an agreed premium (0.5%) compounding equally from 1 March 2024 to the vesting date, and (as to 50%) a relative TSR comparator
based on the extent to which Channel’s TSR exceeds a comparator group comprising selected members of the NZX50.
(c) No workplace deaths occur during the 3-year vesting period, where Channel Infrastructure is found to be responsible for such deaths.
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Other
The Chief Executive
Officer is entitled to six months base
salary (in addition to six months' notice or payment in
lieu) in the event of termination due to redundancy, and
an entitlement to 12 months’ base salary, including notice,
for termination of employment on a “no-fault” basis or
resignation within three months of a change of control of
Channel Infrastructure.
Five-Year Summary – Chief
Ex
ecutive Remuneration
For the purposes of historical comparison, set out below
is a s
ummary of the costs recognised in each of the past
five years (including for the 2024 financial year), in relation
to the Chief Executive Officer’s remuneration package.
COSTS RECOGNISED IN
YEAR $000
FINANCIAL
YEARCEO
BASE
SALARYOTHER
1
TOTAL FIXED
REMUNER-
ATION
SHARE
RIGHTS/LTI
SHORT TERM
INCENTIVE KPI
BASED
2
% of STI
ENTITLEMENT
EARNED
TOTAL
VARIABLE
REMUNER-
ATION
TOTAL
REMUNER-
ATION
FY2024
Rob
B
uchanan
5704261268
3
257129325937
FY2023
Rob
B
uchanan5063754363
3
248129311854
FY2023
Naomi
J
ames2496258741921121003041,178
FY2022
Naomi
J
ames995431,0381,0416471001,6882,726
FY2021
Naomi
J
ames995471,0414176471001,0652,106
FY2020
Naomi
J
ames77347820206--2061,026
FY2020
Paul Zealand187-187----187
FY2020
Mike Fuge1304134----134
1 Other costs include redundancy, final leave accrual and accommodation and mileage, and Employee Share Purchase Scheme entitlement
2 Amounts paid in respect of performance in the applicable year.
3 No LTI entitlement was paid to the CEO in 2023 or 2024 as none of the current LTI entitlements vest until 2027. This cost recognition reflects accounting
tr
eatment, not amounts paid to the CEO.
Corporate Lead Team and Other
Employees' Remuneration Profile
The Corporate Lead Team and employees with Individual
Emplo
yment Agreements (IEAs) are remunerated with a
mix of base salary, benefits, and short-term performance
incentives. The determination of
fixed remuneration
is based on responsibilities, individual performance,
experience, and market data. We believe that setting
fixed remuneration in this way is necessary to attract
and retain appropriately qualified and experienced
individuals to drive delivery of the Company's strategy
and rewards ongoing performance. At risk, variable
remuneration, comprises short-term incentives based
on the KPIs in the Company Scorecard and individual
performance. The Company Scorecard included metrics
for safety engagements, safety incident performance,
customer satisfaction performance and implementation
of action plans, new revenue growth, EBITDA
performance, normalised Free Cash Flow performance
and spills to ground, which take into account our three
strategic pillars. An above target outcome was recorded
overall against these KPIs, and STI payments in respect
o
f this 2024 performance will be made in 2025 totalling
$1.5 million (FY23: $1.3 million) and equivalent to 45% (FY23:
40%) of overall STI entitlement for the Corporate Lead
Team. In 2024, selected members of the Corporate Lead
Team other than the CEO were also issued with LTI Share
Rights (total 136,850 share rights), which are subject to
the same vesting conditions as the 2024 LTI Share Rights
issued to the CEO (as outlined on page 46).
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Employee Share Purchase Scheme
The Company has established the Employee Share
Pur
chase Scheme which is tax exempt in accordance
with section CW26C of the Income Tax Act 2007 (as
amended). The purpose of the Employee Share Purchase
Scheme is to recognise the important contribution of all
employees to the Company’s future and to assist the
Company in retaining and motivating employees.
A trust has been created under the Employee Share
Pur
chase Scheme for the purpose of holding Company
shares on behalf of each participating employee over a
three-year period. For further details on the scheme, refer
to the consolidated financial statements included in this
latest Annual Report.
The Company estimates that the annual cost of
oper
ating the scheme is approximately $65,000. The
value of the awards under the Employee Share Purchase
Scheme amounted to $1,071 for each eligible employee
in 2024.
The funds, totalling $64,241 for the award, were provided
t
o CRS Nominees Limited (Trustee), as Trustee of
the Employee Share Purchase Scheme, to pay the
subscription price in cash for the issue of the shares
as fully paid ordinary shares. The shares are held
by the Trustee for the participating employees until
they are withdrawn by the participants following a
restricted period of three years from the acquisition date,
unless released earlier in certain limited circumstances
(for example death, sickness, redundancy etc). The
participating employees may vote the shares and receive
dividends, if paid.
The total financial assistance given in 2024 in the form of
adv
ances to the Trustee to acquire the shares and fund
the annual costs of operating the Scheme amounted to
$129,241 (2023: $121,131).
Employee Remuneration
The following table shows the number of employees and
f
ormer employees (including members of the Corporate
Lead Team), not being Directors, who, in their capacity
as employees, received remuneration and other benefits
during 2024 of at least $100,000.
The remuneration figures
include all monetary payments
made during the year, including redundancy payments
and contributions made by the Company as part of
the Employee Share Purchase Scheme. No employees
appointed as a Director of any subsidiary company of
Channel Infrastructure NZ Limited receive or retain any
remuneration or other benefits for holding this office.
The analysis (see table) is compiled on a cash basis; the
v
ariable performance rewards (linked to individual and
business performance for a financial reporting period) in
respect of the 2024 financial year, will be paid in March
2025 and reported as part of the remuneration banding
for the 2025 year.
The ratio between employee remuneration (median)
and Chie
f Executive Officer's total annualised, on-target
remuneration for the 2024 financial year (on a cash basis)
was 1:8 (2023: 1:5).
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20242023
AMOUNT OF REMUNERATION $000NO. OF EMPLOYEESNO. OF EMPLOYEES
100-1091211
110-1191012
120-12985
130-13953
140-14959
150-15959
160-16948
170-17948
180-18945
190-19973
200-20922
210-21932
220-22912
230-239-1
240-2491-
250-259--
260-269-1
270-27921
280-28911
290-299-2
300-309--
310-319-1
320-3291-
330-339-1
430-4392-
470-479-1
520-529-1
590-599-1
840-8491-
1,610-1,619-1
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Shareholder
and Bondholder
Information
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Top Twenty Shareholders - as at 31 December 2024
ShareholdersTotal shares held% of total
1Custodial Services Limited52,584,42912.8
2Z Energy Limited51,960,37412.7
3HSBC Nominees (New Zealand) Limited*
1
34,275,4788.4
4Forsyth Barr Custodians Limited32,922,6928.0
5BNP Paribas Nominees (NZ) Limited*28,393,0806.9
6Citibank Nominees (New Zealand) Limited*20,779,8645.1
7FNZ Custodians Limited14,692,3293.6
8Accident Compensation Corporation*12,405,3393.0
9New Zealand Depository Nominee Limited10,092,5562.5
10TEA Custodians Limited Client Property Trust Account*8,338,0562.0
11HSBC Nominees (New Zealand) Limited A/C State Street*7,422,6611.8
12Public Trust Class 10 Nominees Limited*5,523,7151.3
13Hamish Alexander Jones4,886,3561.2
14Wairahi Investments Limited4,100,0001.0
15HSBC Nominees A/C NZ Superannuation Fund Nominees Limited*3,999,1491.0
16JP Morgan Chase Bank NA NZ Branch-Segregated Clients Acct*3,294,9420.8
17Washington H Soul Pattinson And Company Limited2,941,5740.7
18Investment Custodial Services Limited2,857,6940.7
19Mirrabooka Investments Limited2,850,0000.7
20Leveraged Equities Finance Limited2,608,7520.6
Total306,929,04074.9
1 The shareholder spread below groups shares held by NZCSD (denoted by * in the table above) as a single legal holding
Shareholder Statistics - as at 31 December 2024
No of
financial products
No of shareholders% holderShares% of shares
1 - 4992656.160,3120.0
500 - 9992706.2185,7170.1
1,000 - 1,99946810.7629,5040.2
2,000 - 4,99999122.73,170,2650.8
5,000 - 9,99973716.95,057,8111.2
10,000 - 49,9991,28529.427,140,5076.6
50,000 - 99,9991744.011,610,1192.8
100,000 - 499,9991242.822,344,4635.5
500,000 - 999,999190.412,938,5243.2
1,000,000 - upwards330.8326,867,48079.7
Total4,366100410,004,702100
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Top Twenty Bondholders CHI020 5.80% Bonds - as at 31 December 2024
BondholderTotal bonds held% of total
1Forsyth Barr Custodians Limited35,324,00035.3
2Citibank Nominees (New Zealand) Limited*
1
11,561,00011.6
3FNZ Custodians Limited11,138,00011.1
4Westpac Banking Corporate NZ Financial Markets Group5,661,0005.7
5Investment Custodial Services Limited3,581,0003.6
6Forsyth Barr Custodians Limited2,430,0002.4
7Custodial Services Limited2,168,0002.2
8TEA Custodians Limited Client Property Trust Account*1,977,0002.0
9Mint Nominees Limited1,194,0001.2
10NZX WT Nominees Limited1,140,0001.1
11JBWere (NZ) Nominees Limited727,0000.7
12Forsyth Barr Custodians Limited720,0000.7
13FNZ Custodians Limited659,0000.7
14I J Investments Limited500,0000.5
15Catherine Jane Gibb403,0000.4
16Frimley Foundation300,0000.3
16JN & HB Williams Foundation300,0000.3
18Andrew Brodie Thomson & Razimah Ismail250,0000.3
19Craig John Thompson218,0000.2
20Carlton Cornwall Bowls Incorporated200,0000.2
Total80,451,00080.5
1 The bondholder spread below groups share held by NZCSD (denoted by * in the table above) as a single legal holding
Bondholder Statistics CHI020 5.80% Bonds - as at 31 December 2024
No of
financial products
No of bondholders% holderBonds% of bonds
1 - 4,999----
5,000 - 9,9997610.9433,0000.4
10,000 - 49,99947968.610,069,00010.1
50,000 - 99,9999012.95,274,0005.3
100,000 - 499,999395.65,444,0005.4
500,000 - 999,99940.62,606,0002.6
1,000,000 - upwards101.476,174,00076.2
Total698100100,000,000100
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Top Twenty Bondholders CHI030 6.75% Bonds - as at 31 December 2024
BondholderTotal bonds held% of total
1Forsyth Barr Custodians Limited31,498,00031.5
2Custodial Services Limited18,339,00018.3
3FNZ Custodians Limited11,084,00011.1
4Citibank Nominees (New Zealand) Limited*
1
7,845,0007.9
5TEA Custodians Limited Client Property Trust Account*4,048,0004.1
6HSBC Nominees (New Zealand) Limited*4,000,0004.0
7Forsyth Barr Custodians Limited1,832,0001.8
8JBWere (NZ) Nominees Limited1,693,0001.7
9Westpac Banking Corporate NZ Financial Markets Group1,547,0001.6
10Investment Custodial Services Limited830,0000.8
11ANZ Custodial Services New Zealand Limited*793,0000.8
12Custodial Services Limited674,0000.7
13Masfen Securities Limited620,0000.6
14CML Shares Limited562,0000.6
15Richard Barton Adams & Allison Ruth Adams500,0000.5
16Sterling Holdings Limited455,0000.5
17FNZ Custodians Limited442,0000.4
18RGTKMT Investments Limited400,0000.4
19Wellspring Television Limited400,0000.4
20NZX WT Nominees Limited393,0000.4
Total87,955,00088.0
1 The bondholder spread below groups share held by NZCSD (denoted by * in the table above) as a single legal holding
Bondholder Statistics CHI030 6.75% Bonds - as at 31 December 2024
No of
financial products
No of bondholders% holderBonds% of bonds
1 - 4,999----
5,000 - 9,99910222.0671,0000.7
10,000 - 49,99929062.26,293,0006.3
50,000 - 99,999367.72,345,0002.3
100,000 - 499,999234.94,826,0004.8
500,000 - 999,99961.33,979,0004.0
1,000,000 - upwards91.981,886,00081.9
Total466100100,000,000100
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Statutory
Disclosures
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Directors’ and
Officers’ Insurance
The Company has granted indemnities to its Directors,
C
orporate Lead Team members, and persons whom
it has appointed as Directors of its subsidiaries in
relation to potential liabilities and costs they may incur
in those roles. The indemnities are subject to certain
limitations that are prescribed by law and they do not
cover settlements or admissions prejudicing a successful
defence of a claim without the Company’s consent as
well as the indemnified person’s advisor costs after the
defence of a claim has been assumed by the Company,
unless they are reasonably necessary.
The Company has arranged Directors’ and Officers’
Liability Insurance for its Directors, Corporate Lead Team
and per
sons whom it has appointed as Directors of
its subsidiaries, which provide them with insurance in
respect of certain liabilities and costs they may incur in
those roles. This insurance is limited to cover that is not
prohibited by law.
Independent Professional Advice
With the approval of the Chair, Directors are entitled to
s
eek independent professional advice on any aspect of
their Director’s duties, at the Company’s expense.
Use of Company Information
The Board did not receive any notices from any Director
o
f the Company or its subsidiaries during the year,
requesting to use Company information received in their
capacity as a Director, which would not otherwise have
been available to them. Further, no disclosures were
made of information disclosures under s145(2) of the
Companies Act 1993.
Donations
The Company and its subsidiaries made donations of
$38,
987 during the year ended 31 December 2024 (2023:
$12,500). No political donations were made.
Substantial product holders - as at 31 December 2024
1
Date of noticeNo. of ordinary shares
Z Energy LimitedN/A51,960,374
Forsyth Barr Investment Management Limited14 December 202222,838,492
First Cape Group Limited01 May
202421,722,041
Milford Asset Management Ltd20 June
2024
19,435,732
Channel Infrastructure Subsidiary Directors
SUBSIDIARY NAME OF DIRECTORS
Independent Petroleum Laboratory Limited
Rob Buchanan, Chris Bougen
Channel Terminal Services Limited
Rob Buchanan, Chris Bougen
CHI Future Developments Limited
Rob Buchanan, Chris Bougen
Maranga Rā Holdings Limited
Rob Buchanan, Chris Bougen
1
As at
31 December 2024, the total number of voting securities on issue was 410,004,702
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Directors' interests in Channel Infrastructure quoted financial products
Set out below are the relevant interests (as defined in the Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013) of the Company’s directors in its
quo
ted financial products as at 31 December 2024:
NAMENUMBER OF ORDINARY SHARESNUMBER OF BONDS
James Miller216,501
1
30,000
Andrew BrewerNilNil
Angela Bull10,000Nil
Andrew HolmesNilNil
Anna Molloy27,06230,000
Vanessa StoddartNilNil
Felicity Underhill5,000Nil
Paul Zealand94,178
2
Nil
1Beneficial interest through ordinary shares held by Custodial Services Limited for Mr JB & Mrs GM Miller.
2 Relevant interest arising due to significant shareholding in Zoenergy Limited.
NAME
DATE
OF TRAN
SACTION
NATURE OF TRANSACTIONNATURE OF RELEVANT INTERESTCONSIDERATION
NUMBER OF
ORDINAR
Y SHARES
James Miller16 December
2024Subscription for Ordinary
Shares through the
Retail Entitlement
Offer announced by
Channel Infrastructure on
25 November 2024
Beneficial owner (through
ordinary shares held by
Custodial Services Limited for Mr
JB & Mrs GM Miller)
$26,40116,501
Anna Molloy16 December
2024Subscription for Ordinary
Shares through the
Retail Entitlement
Offer announced by
Channel Infrastructure on
25 November 2024
Registered holder and
beneficial owner
$3,2992,062
Paul Zealand16 December
2024Subscription for Ordinary
Shares through the
Retail Entitlement
Offer announced by
Channel Infrastructure on
25 November 2024
Holder of 20% or more of the
voting products of Zoenergy
Limited, being the registered
holder of Ordinary Shares.
$11,4857,178
Angela Bull16 December
2024On-market purchase of
ordinary shares
Registered holder and
beneficial owner
$18,20010,000
Felicity Underhill28 November
2024
On-market purchase of
or
dinary shares
Registered holder and
beneficial
owner
$8,9005,000
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General notice of director's interests
No disclosures were made of interests in transactions
under s140(1) o
f the Companies Act.
Directors have made general disclosures of interests in
accor
dance with s140(2) of the Companies Act. Current
interests as at 31 December 2024, including those which
ceased during the year, are tabulated below.
James MillerRyman Healthcare Limited
Vista Group International Limited
Mercury Energy Limited
Fletcher Building Limited (effective
date to be confirmed)
Director
Director
Director
Director
Andrew Brewer
Emerald Fields Trading Inc Phillipines
Ocean Tankers Corporation Phillipines
Seaoil Phillipines Inc
Bonney Energy Victoria Pty Ltd
Bonney Energy Corporate Pty Ltd
Bonney Energy Group Pty Ltd
Ampol Limited Australia (ceased)
Ampol Holdings NZ Limited (ceased)
Z Energy Limited (ceased)
Z Energy 2015 Limited (ceased)
Ampol Australia Petroleum Pty Ltd (ceased)
Ampol QSR Pty Ltd (ceased)
Centipede Holdings Pty Ltd (ceased)
Zeal Achiever Limited British Virgin Islands (ceased)
Director
Director
Director
Director
Director
Director
Employee/Executive
Director
Director
Director
Director
Director
Director
Director
Angela Bull
(appointed 24 October 2024)
Vital Healthcare Property Trust
Property for Industry (PFI)
Foodstuffs
South Island Ltd and Foodstuffs (NZ) Ltd
Fulton Hogan
Bayleys Corporation Ltd
St Cuthbert's College Trust Board
Director
Director
Director
Director
Director
Trustee
Andrew HolmesScaling Green Hydrogen CRC Advisor Board (ceased)
Urban Analytica
Ausholmes Pty Ltd
Board Member
Chair
Director
Anna MolloyANZ New Zealand Investments Limited
Molloy International Limited
Director
Shareholder
Vanessa StoddartOneFortyOne NZ Limited (and subsidiaries)
Waste Management NZ Limited (and subsidiaries)
Iron Duke Partners
Tonkin & Taylor Group Limited (appointed 1 January 2025)
Te Whatu Ora Health NZ (ceased)
Financial Markets Authority (ceased)
Director
Director
Advisory Board
Director
Board Member
Board Member
Felicity Underhill
(appointed 15 March 2024)
Intera Renewables (appointed 28 November 2024, on behalf of
H.E.S.T Australia)
Climate Change Commission (appointed December 2024)
Director
Commissioner
Paul ZealandInfrastructure Holdings Limited
Port Nelson Limited
Genesis Energy Limited (NZ)
Lochard Energy Limited (AU)
Zoenergy Ltd (NZ)
Director
Chair
Director
Director
Director/Shareholder
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Financial Report
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Contents
Consolidated Income Statement65
Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income66
Consolidated Balance Sheet67
Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity69
Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows71
Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements72
Independent Auditor’s Report101
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Consolidated Income Statement
FOR THE YEAR ENDED
31 DECEMBER 2024
GROUPGROUP
20242023
NOTE
$000$000
CONTINUING OPERATIONS
INCOME
Revenue
139,822
130,703
TOTAL INCOME
1
139,822
130,703
EXPENSES
Energy and utility costs
9,343
11,136
Materials and contractor payments
8,899
8,546
Salaries, wages and
benefits
13,522
11,477
Administration and other costs
12,973
12,384
TOTAL EXPENSES44,737
43,543
EARNINGS BEFORE DEPRECIATION, FINANCE COSTS AND INCOME TAX
22
95,085
87,160
DEPRECIATION
2
38,662
35,409
NET PROFIT BEFORE FINANCE COSTS AND INCOME TAX56,423
51,751
Finance income
(227)
(286)
Finance costs2
20,209
17,907
NET FINANCE COSTS19,982
17,621
NET PROFIT BEFORE INCOME TAX36,441
34,130
Income tax4
10,487
6,483
NET PROFIT AFTER INCOME TAX FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS25,954
27,647
Net loss after income tax from discontinued operations3
(12,067)
(3,583)
NET PROFIT AFTER INCOME TAX13,887
24,064
ATTRIBUTABLE TO:
Owners of the Parent13,887
24,064
EARNINGS PER SHARE FOR PROFIT ATTRIBUTABLE TO THE SHAREHOLDERSCENTS
CENTS
Basic and diluted earnings per share from continuing operations5
6.8
7.4
Basic and diluted earnings per share5
3.7
6.4
The above Consolidated Income Statement is to be read in conjunction with the notes on pages 72 to 100.
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Consolidated Statement of
C
omprehensive Income
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
GROUPGROUP
20242023
$000$000
NET PROFIT AFTER INCOME TAX13,887
24,064
OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
Items that will not be
reclassified to the Income Statement
Defined
benefit plan and medical scheme actuarial gain
3,590
2,784
Revaluation of property, plant and equipment
380,509
-
Deferred tax
(77,803)
(780)
Total items that will not be
reclassified to the Income Statement
306,296
2,004
Items that may be subsequently
reclassified to the Income Statement
Movement in cash
flow hedge reserve
(4,772)
(4,930)
Deferred tax
1,336
1,380
Total items that may be subsequently reclassified to the Income Statement(3,436)
(3,550)
TOTAL OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME/(LOSS), AFTER INCOME TAX302,860
(1,546)
TOTAL COMPREHENSIVE INCOME FOR THE PERIOD, AFTER INCOME TAX316,747
22,518
ATTRIBUTABLE TO:
Owners of the Parent
316,747
22,518
The above Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income is to be read in conjunction with the notes on
pages 72 to 100.
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Consolidated Balance Sheet
AS AT
31 DECEMBER 2024
GROUPGROUP
20242023
NOTE
$000$000
CURRENT ASSETS
Cash and cash equivalents
1,283
4,870
Trade and other receivables7
15,849
25,887
Income tax receivable
107
87
Other assets11
4,487
-
Derivative
financial instruments
845
450
Inventories
5,440
5,514
TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS28,011
36,808
NON-CURRENT ASSETS
Derivative
financial instruments
6,161
10,058
Intangibles8
1,590
1,785
Property, plant and equipment9
1,294,180
906,360
Other assets11
17,315
18,114
Right-of-use assets
882
330
TOTAL NON-CURRENT ASSETS1,320,128
936,647
TOTAL ASSETS1,348,139
973,455
LIABILITIES
CURRENT LIABILITIES
Trade and other payables13
19,413
20,117
Derivative
financial instruments
1,071
603
Borrowings16
-
55,779
Lease liabilities
115
79
Employee
benefits14
2,791
2,880
Provisions15
9,215
18,526
TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES32,605
97,984
NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES
Borrowings16
299,742
264,843
Lease liabilities
811
556
Employee
benefits14
3,119
3,220
Provisions15
69,996
67,503
Deferred tax liabilities4
123,609
40,138
TOTAL NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES497,277
376,260
TOTAL LIABILITIES529,882
474,244
NET ASSETS818,257
499,211
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Consolidated Balance Sheet
AS AT
31 DECEMBER 2024
GROUPGROUP
20242023
NOTE
$000$000
EQUITY
Contributed equity17
366,420
318,123
Revaluation reserve9
726,482
422,771
Treasury stock
(341)
(1,317)
Employee share entitlement reserve
315
1,081
Cash
flow hedge reserve
3,139
6,575
Retained earnings
(277,758)
(248,022)
TOTAL EQUITY818,257
499,211
The Board of Directors of Channel Infrastructure NZ Limited authorised these financial statements for issue on
26 February 2025.
For and on behalf of the Board
J B Miller
Chair of the Board
A M Molloy
Chair of the Audit and Finance Committee
The above Consolidated Balance Sheet is to be read in conjunction with the notes on pages 72 to 100.
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Consolidated Statement of
Changes in Equity
FOR THE YEAR ENDED
31 DECEMBER 2024
CONTRIBUTED
EQUITY
REVALUATION
RESERVE
TREASURY
STOCK
EMPLOYEE
SHARE
SCHEME
ENTITLEMENT
RESERVE
CASH FLOW
HEDGE
RESERVE
RETAINED
EARNINGSTOTAL EQUITY
NOTE
$000$000$000$000$000$000$000
AT 1 JANUARY 2023314,504422,771(1,462)4,24010,125(231,686)518,492
COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
Net
profit after income tax-----24,06424,064
Other comprehensive income
Movement in cash
flow
hedge reserve----(4,930)-(4,930)
Defined
benefit actuarial gain-----2,7842,784
Deferred tax on other
compr
ehensive income
----1,380(780)600
TOTAL OTHER COMPREHENSIVE
GAIN/(LOSS), AFTER
INCOME TAX
----(3,550)2,004(1,546)
TRANSACTIONS WITH OWNERS
OF THE PARENT
Equity-settled share-
bas
ed payments---605--605
Shares vested to employees3,529-235(3,764)---
Treasury shares issued90-(90)----
Dividends paid17-----(42,417)(42,417)
Unclaimed dividends
writ
ten back
-----1313
TOTAL TRANSACTIONS WITH
OWNERS OF THE PARENT
3,619-145(3,159)-(42,404)(41,799)
AT 31 DECEMBER 2023
318,123422,771(1,317)1,0816,575(248,022)499,211
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Consolidated Statement of
Changes in Equity
FOR THE YEAR ENDED
31 DECEMBER 2024
CONTRIBUTED
EQUITY
REVALUATION
RESERVE
TREASURY
STOCK
EMPLOYEE
SHARE
SCHEME
ENTITLEMENT
RESERVE
CASH FLOW
HEDGE
RESERVE
RETAINED
EARNINGSTOTAL EQUITY
NOTE
$000$000$000$000$000$000$000
AT 1 JANUARY 2024
318,123422,771(1,317)1,0816,575(248,022)499,211
COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
Net
profit after income tax
-----13,88713,887
Other comprehensive income
Revaluations of property, plant
and equipment9
-380,509----380,509
Movement in cash
flow
hedge reserve
----(4,772)-(4,772)
Defined
benefit actuarial gain
-----3,5903,590
Deferred tax on other
compr
ehensive income
-(76,798)--1,336(1,005)(76,467)
TOTAL OTHER COMPREHENSIVE
GAIN/(LOSS), AFTER
INCOME TAX-303,711--(3,436)2,585302,860
TRANSACTIONS WITH OWNERS
OF THE PARENT
Shares issued17
48,297-----48,297
Equity-settled share-
bas
ed payments
---210--210
Shares vested to employees
--976(976)---
Dividends paid17
-----(46,208)(46,208)
TOTAL TRANSACTIONS WITH
OWNERS OF THE PARENT48,297-976(766)-(46,208)2,299
AT 31 DECEMBER 2024366,420726,482(341)3153,139(277,758)818,257
The above Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity is to be read in conjunction with the notes on pages 72
to 100.
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Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows
FOR THE YEAR ENDED
31 DECEMBER 2024
GROUPGROUP
20242023
NOTE
$000$000
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Receipts from customers
148,749
132,226
Payment for supplies and expenses
(46,156)
(62,516)
Payments to employees
(17,957)
(14,543)
Interest received
227
286
Interest paid
(20,018)
(17,398)
Net GST paid
64
(869)
Income tax paid
(21)
(471)
NET CASH INFLOW FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES64,888
36,715
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES
Proceeds from sale of property, plant and equipment
3,533
7,256
Proceeds from sale of intangible assets
-
5,089
Payments for property, plant and equipment
(52,616)
(63,060)
NET CASH OUTFLOW FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES(49,083)
(50,715)
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Proceeds from/(repayment of) loans and borrowings16
33,500
(21,000)
Repayment of subordinated notes16
(54,901)
-
Proceeds from Bond issuance16
-
79,901
Proceeds from Equity issuance17
48,297
-
Lease payments
(80)
(1)
Dividends paid17
(46,208)
(42,416)
NET CASH (OUTFLOW) / INFLOW FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES(19,392)
16,484
NET (DECREASE)/INCREASE IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS(3,587)
2,484
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the period
4,870
2,386
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS AT THE END OF THE PERIOD1,283
4,870
The above Consolidated Cash Flow Statement is to be read in conjunction with the notes on pages 72 to
100.
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Notes to the Consolidated
Financial S
tatements
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
Reporting Entity
Channel Infrastructure NZ Limited (‘Parent’, ‘Company’
or ‘
Channel Infrastructure’) is a profit-oriented company
registered under the Companies Act 1993 and an FMC
Reporting Entity for the purposes of the Financial Markets
Conduct Act 2013. Channel Infrastructure is listed, and its
ordinary shares are quoted under the ticker CHI on the
NZX Main Board Equity Market (‘NZX Main Board’) and its
corporate bonds (ticker CHI020 and CHI030) are quoted
on the NZX Debt Market.
These consolidated financial
statements ('financial
statements') comprise Channel Infrastructure together
with its subsidiaries (‘the Group’). Subsidiaries are
all entities over which the Group has control and
includes Channel Terminal Services Limited, Independent
Petroleum Laboratory Limited, Maranga Rā Holdings
Limited and CHI Future Developments Limited.
Basis of Preparation
These
financial statements comply with New Zealand
equivalents to the International Financial Reporting
Standards (‘NZ IFRS’) and International Financial
Reporting Standards ('IFRS') as appropriate for for-
profit entities and have been prepared in accordance
with the Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 and
Generally Accepted Accounting Practice in New Zealand
(‘NZ GAAP’).
These
financial statements are prepared on a historical
cost basis, except for property, plant and equipment,
investment properties, platinum, derivative financial
instruments and pension plan assets which are measured
at their fair value. Where the Group applies fair value
hedges to borrowings, the carrying value of borrowings
are adjusted for fair value changes attributable to the
hedged risk.
These
financial statements are prepared on a GST
exclusive basis and presented in New Zealand dollars ($)
which is the Group’s functional currency, and the financial
information has been rounded to the nearest thousand
dollars ($000), unless otherwise stated.
Consideration of climate change
In preparing these financial statements the Group has
cons
idered the impact that climate change and the
transition to a low carbon economy may have on
the business.
The impact of climate change has been considered in
de
termining the fuels demand outlook assumption used
in the revaluation of the Import Terminal System (refer to
Note 9 for further details) and also in the assessment of
future taxable profits used to support the recoverability
of tax losses.
The risk of damage to existing assets associated with
changing w
eather patterns and sea level rise are
largely mitigated in the near-term through existing
geohazard monitoring and remediation. Future capital
investment planning considers the longer-term impacts
of climate change and while the longer-term scenarios
remain uncertain, they do not impact on these
financial
statements.
The Group has opportunity to support the transition to a
lo
w carbon economy through:
• the use of its existing infrastructure to store and
transport current and lower-carbon future fuels
without the need for capital expenditure, and
• the repurposing of existing infrastructure for lower-
carbon fuel pr
oduction (refer to Note 9 for details of
potential arrangements).
Further information on climate change risks and
oppor
tunities are presented in the Company's 2024
Sustainability Report.
Use of Judgements and Estimates
The preparation of
financial statements requires
judgements and estimates that affect the application
of accounting policies and reported amounts of assets,
liabilities, income and expenses. Actual results may
differ from these estimates. The following areas involve
significant
judgements and estimates:
•
Fair value of property, plant and equipment –
the Group adopts the fair value model as the
meas
urement base for property, plant and equipment
(refer to Note 9 for further details).
•Assets held for sale – the Group continues to report
decommis
sioned refinery assets that are subject to
a conditional sale agreement, as property, plant and
equipment, rather than as assets held for sale. (Refer
to Note 9 for further details).
•Provisions –
the Group continues to recognise several
provisions in relation to the conversion of the refinery
into a dedicated fuels import terminal operation (refer
t
o Note 15 for further details).
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•Recoverability of tax losses – the Group's
accumulat
ed tax losses amount to c.$421 million at
31 December 2024. A deferred tax asset in respect of
these unutilised tax losses is recognised, having regard
to the Shareholder Continuity Test and an assessment
of future taxable profits available against which the
tax losses can be recovered.
•Discontinued operations – the Group continues to
pr
esent the results from discontinued operations
associated with the refining operations which ceased
in March 2022 (refer to Note 3 for further details).
Material Accounting Policies
The material accounting policies applied in the
pr
eparation of these financial statements have been
consistently applied to all periods presented.
Accounting standards not yet effective
In May 2024 the External Reporting Board issued
NZ IFR
S 18: Presentation and Disclosure in Financial
Statements ('NZ IFRS 18'), effective for reporting periods
commencing on or af
ter 1 January 2027. This accounting
standard is expected to change the presentation of
the Group's income statement and may introduce
additional note disclosures. NZ IFRS 18 does not impact
the financial position, financial performance or cash
flows of the Group. Other standards, amendments and
interpretations which are not yet effective are not
expected to have a material impact on the Group.
Segment reporting
The Group operates in one reportable segment,
Infr
astructure, which comprises the dedicated fuels
import terminal system (including jetty infrastructure at
Marsden Point, storage tanks, and the Marsden Point to
Auckland pipeline), the Wiri land and terminal leases, and
the fuel testing laboratories. The Group operates in one
geographical location, New Zealand.
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1 Income
The Group provides import terminal and pipeline services to customers under long-term Terminal Services Agreements
and C
ontracted Storage Agreements. Import terminal and associated fees are recognised over time as services
are delivered.
Rental income from operating leases (including Wiri terminal rental) is recognised on a straight-line basis in
accor
dance with the substance of the relevant agreements.
Revenue from discontinued operations includes income from the sale of scrap metal (Refer to Note 3 Discontinued
Oper
ations for further details).
GROUPGROUP
20242023
NOTE
$000$000
CONTINUING OPERATIONS
Import terminal revenue
127,677
118,589
Wiri land and terminal and other lease revenue
6,026
5,907
Laboratory revenue
5,090
5,483
Other revenue
1,029
724
TOTAL REVENUE FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS139,822
130,703
DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS
Processing fees
-
(1,388)
Other
refining related income
183
8,254
TOTAL REVENUE FROM DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS
3
183
6,866
TOTAL REVENUE140,005
137,569
Major customers
The Group has three major customers that each individually account for more than 10 per cent of the Group's revenue
fr
om continuing operations. The revenue earned from each major customer is shown below.
GROUPGROUP
20242023
$000$000
Major customer A
41,937
36,292
Major customer B
34,817
34,815
Major customer C
52,984
48,216
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2 Expenses
Additional information in respect of expenses included in the Income Statement is shown below.
Auditor's fees
GROUPGROUP
20242023
$000$000
Auditor's fees comprises:
Audit of
financial statements
297
276
Reimbursement of travel and accommodation
13
13
Other assurance services and agreed-upon procedures:
Greenhouse gas inventory assurance
69
-
Agreed-upon procedures - interim reporting
20
20
Agreed-upon procedures - assessing AGM votes cast
10
6
Other services:
Greenhouse gas inventory pre-assessment review
-
55
AUDITOR'S FEES409
370
Finance costs
Interest expense is recognised on an accruals basis using the effective interest method.
Finance costs also include the changes in fair value of derivatives used to manage interest rate risk, and the
as
sociated changes in fair value of the borrowings designated in a fair value hedge relationship.
GROUPGROUP
20242023
$000$000
Interest on bank borrowings and related interest rate swaps
1
5,704
5,931
Interest on subordinated notes
522
5,121
Interest on bonds and related interest rate swaps
12,724
7,121
Fair value hedge adjustment on bond
754
-
Interest on lease liabilities
26
25
Unwinding of discount rates and changes in discount rates on provisions
479
(291)
TOTAL FINANCE COSTS20,209
17,907
1 2024 includes $261,000 of unamortised establishment fees expensed on
refinancing of debt facilities in November 2024.
Depreciation
GROUPGROUP
20242023
$000$000
Depreciation on Property, Plant and Equipment
38,106
35,340
Depreciation on Right-to-Use Assets
83
69
Amortisation
228
-
Loss on disposal of Property, Plant and Equipment
245
-
DEPRECIATION38,662
35,409
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3 Discontinued Operations
Discontinued operations relate to refining operations which ceased in March 2022.
The results from discontinued operations include income and costs that are directly related to the closure of refining
operations, or arise from or are directly related to the refining
operations prior to its closure. This includes income from
the sale of scrap metal, costs associated with the sale of permanently decommissioned refining plant and legal costs
associated with settlement of historical litigation claims. Litigation claims relating to revenue recognition have been
settled in the year ended 31 December 2024.
In the prior year, revenue also included proceeds from historical legal claims and the gain on sale of carbon credits.
Conversion costs
reflect those costs attributed to the transition to an import terminal and include the reassessment of
long-term provisions (including demolition) due to cost re-estimation and/or changes in discount rates.
Revaluation of assets relates to the change in fair value of the refining plant (refer to note 9 for further details).
GROUPGROUP
20242023
NOTE
$000$000
INCOME
Revenue1
183
6,866
TOTAL INCOME183
6,866
EXPENSES
Salaries, wages and
benefits
530
1,029
Administration and other costs
3,228
3,121
TOTAL EXPENSES3,758
4,150
NET (LOSS)/PROFIT BEFORE CONVERSION COSTS, ASSET REVALUATION, FINANCE
COSTS AND INCOME TAX
(3,575)
2,716
Conversion costs
3,314
5,879
Revaluation of assets - net revaluation loss9
7,000
-
TOTAL CONVERSION COSTS AND ASSET REVALUATION LOSS10,314
5,879
NET LOSS BEFORE FINANCE COSTS AND INCOME TAX(13,889)
(3,163)
Finance costs
1,641
1,813
NET FINANCE COSTS1,641
1,813
NET LOSS BEFORE INCOME TAX(15,530)
(4,976)
Income Tax
(3,463)
(1,393)
NET LOSS AFTER INCOME TAX(12,067)
(3,583)
20242023
$000$000
CASH FLOWS USED IN DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS
Net cash from/(used in) operating activities
(9,601)
(35,622)
Net cash from/(used in) investing activities
3,533
12,345
Net cash used in
financing activities
-
-
NET CASH FLOWS USED IN DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS(6,068)
(23,277)
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4 Taxation
(a) Income tax expense
GROUPGROUP
20242023
$000$000
CONTINUING OPERATIONS
Net
profit before income tax expense
36,441
34,130
Tax at the New Zealand corporate income tax rate of 28% (2023: 28%)
10,203
9,556
Tax
effect of amounts which are either non-deductible or taxable in calculating
taxable income:
Income not assessable for tax(1,063)
Expenses not deductible for tax
53
1,552
Adjustments in respect of income tax in relating to previous years
202
(3,562)
Other
29
-
INCOME TAX EXPENSE10,487
6,483
Represented by:
Current tax expense
20
(290)
Deferred tax recognised in the income statement
10,467
6,773
INCOME TAX EXPENSE10,487
6,483
(b) Deferred tax
NET DEFERRED TAX
ASSET / (LIABILITY)
RECOGNISED IN
PROFIT OR LOSS
RECOGNISED IN OTHER
COMPREHENSIVE
INCOME
NET
DEFERRED TAX
ASSET / (LIABILITY)
DEFERRED
TAX ASSET
DEFERRED
TAX LIABILITY
1 JAN 202331 DEC 2023
$000$000$000$000$000$000
Property, plant
and equipment(212,686)8,017-(204,669)-(204,669)
Provisions27,457(2,414)-25,04325,043-
Employee
benefits3,853(542)(780)2,5312,531-
Financial instruments(3,729)(424)1,380(2,773)-(2,773)
Intangibles796(558)-238238-
Right-of-use assets(200)33-(167)-(167)
Leases458(280)-178178-
Inventory6,145(3)-6,1426,142-
Supplementary
dividend cr
edits---659659-
Tax losses141,886(9,206)-132,680132,680-
TOTAL
(36,020)(5,377)600(40,138)167,470(207,609)
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NET DEFERRED TAX
ASSET / (LIABILITY)
RECOGNISED IN
PROFIT OR LOSS
RECOGNISED IN OTHER
COMPREHENSIVE
INCOME
NET
DEFERRED TAX
ASSET / (LIABILITY)
DEFERRED
TAX ASSET
DEFERRED
TAX LIABILITY
1 JAN 202431 DEC 2024
$000$000$000$000$000$000
Property, plant
and equipment
(204,669)11,256(76,798)(270,211)-(270,211)
Provisions
25,043(1,821)-23,22223,222-
Employee
benefits
2,531(933)(1,005)593593-
Financial instruments
(2,773)(138)1,336(1,575)-(1,575)
Intangibles
238(238)----
Right-of-use assets
(167)(253)-(420)-(420)
Leases
17882-260260-
Inventory
6,142(28)-6,1146,114-
Supplementary
dividend cr
edits
659--659659-
Tax losses
132,680(14,931)-117,749117,749-
TOTAL(40,138)(7,004)(76,467)(123,609)148,597(272,206)
The Group generated
significant tax losses through the conversion to an import terminal and has unused tax losses of
$421 million (2023: $474 million) available to carry forward. A deferred tax asset in respect of these unutilised tax losses
is recognised, having regard to the Shareholder Continuity Test and an assessment of future taxable profits available
against which the tax losses can be recovered.
The Shareholder Continuity Test requires at least 49% continuity in shareholding for tax losses to be carried forward.
This t
est must be satisfied in the year the losses are generated and each year the losses are used to offset taxable
income. In the case of a breach of the Shareholder Continuity Test the carry forward of tax losses would be subject to
the Business Continuity Test.
5 Earnings Per Share
Earnings per share is calculated by dividing the profit from continuing and discontinued operations attributable to
shareholders of the Company, by the weighted average number of ordinary shares on issue during the year. The
Company’s share-based payments described in Note 18 have no material dilutive effect on the earnings per share.
TOTALTOTAL
20242023
Profit
after tax from continuing operations attributable to
shareholders of the Company
($000)
25,954
27,647
Profit/(loss)
after tax from discontinued operations attributable
to shareholders of the Company
($000)
(12,067)
(3,583)
Profit after tax attributable to shareholders of the Company($000)
13,887
24,064
Weighted average number of shares on issue000's
380,198
374,695
BASIC EARNINGS PER SHARE FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS
Cents
6.8
7.4
BASIC EARNINGS PER SHARE FROM
DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS
Cents
(3.2)
(1.0)
BASIC EARNINGS PER SHARE
Cents
3.7
6.4
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6 Cash and Cash Equivalents
The Group’s cash and cash equivalents comprise cash on hand.
Reconciliation of net profit
after income tax to cash flow from operating activities:
GROUPGROUP
20242023
$000$000
NET PROFIT AFTER INCOME TAX13,887
24,064
Adjusted for non-cash transactions:
Depreciation
38,662
35,409
Revaluation of assets
7,000
-
Loss on revaluation
-
-
Movement in deferred tax
83,471
4,118
(Less)/add movement in deferred tax on items included in other
compr
ehensive income
(76,467)
600
Movement in provisions
(6,818)
(19,162)
Less (increase)/decrease in provisions relating to property, plant and equipment
1,307
(1,922)
Employee share scheme entitlement
210
605
Decrease in intangibles
195
4,124
Less proceeds from sale of intangibles
-
(5,089)
Interest and other non-cash movements
(2,895)
(5,027)
Adjusted for movements in working capital items
(Increase)/decrease in trade and other receivables
10,038
(2,840)
(Increase)/decrease in other assets
(3,688)
-
Less non cash portion
(4,289)
-
Increase/(decrease) in trade and other payables
(704)
3,508
Less increase/(decrease) in trade and other payables relating to property,
plant and equipment and int
angibles
1,525
(533)
Decrease in employee
benefits liabilities
(190)
(3,380)
Less employee entitlements included in other comprehensive income
3,590
2,784
(Increase)/decrease in income tax receivable
(20)
(87)
(Increase)/decrease in inventories
74
(457)
NET CASH INFLOW FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES64,888
36,715
In the Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows, the deposits placements and withdrawals and bank borrowings receipts
and r
epayments are presented on a net basis as their turnover is quick, amounts are large, and the maturities are
relatively short.
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7 Trade and Other Receivables
GROUPGROUP
20242023
$000$000
Trade receivables
13,434
17,792
Other receivables and prepayments
2,415
8,095
TOTAL TRADE AND OTHER RECEIVABLES15,849
25,887
Trade receivables are non-interest bearing and are normally settled on seven to 21-day terms. Due to the short-term
natur
e of trade receivables, their carrying amount is considered the same as their fair value.
Trade and other receivables-related party balances are disclosed in Note 19.
8 Intangibles
Intangible assets are recognised at cost less accumulated amortisation and impairment losses.
Intangible assets of $1.6 million (2
023: $1.8 million) relate to the cost of renewing the Marsden Point resource consents in
2021. The costs are amortised on a straight-line basis over the 35-year consent period.
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9 Property, Plant and Equipment
Property, plant and equipment except capital work in progress is recognised at fair value less accumulated
depr
eciation and any impairment losses recognised after the date of revaluation. Capital work in progress is
recognised at cost.
The Group’s import terminal system, land and
refining plant are all categorised as Level 3 in the fair value hierarchy as
described in Note 20. During the year, there were no transfers between the levels of the fair value hierarchy.
Revaluations
A revaluation increase is recognised in comprehensive income and accumulates in the Revaluation Reserve unless it
r
everses a revaluation decrease of the same assets recognised in the Consolidated Income Statement, in which case it
is recognised in the Consolidated Income Statement.
A revaluation decrease is recognised in the Consolidated Income Statement unless it offsets a previous revaluation
incr
ease of the same asset, in which case it is recognised in comprehensive income and accumulates in the
Revaluation Reserve.
Accumulated depreciation as at revaluation date is eliminated against the gross carrying amounts of the assets and
the ne
t amounts are restated to the revalued amounts of the assets.
Revaluation surpluses are transferred from the Revaluation Reserve to Retained Earnings on derecognition of the asset
or if the as
set is transferred to Investment Properties.
Depreciation
Depreciation is provided on a straight-line basis for all property, plant and equipment other than freehold land,
refinery assets and capital work in progress which are not depreciated. The useful lives of the Group’s property, plant
and equipment ar
e reviewed annually. The useful lives of the import terminal system assets for the current and prior
year are outlined below:
USEFUL
LIVES
(YEARS)
Buildings2-30 years
Jetties14-45 years
Tanks20-45 years
Other Assets1-80 years
Marsden Point to Auckland Pipeline and other assets5-45 years
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FREEHOLD LAND
AND
IMPROVEMENTS
REFINING
PLANT
IMPORT
TERMINAL
SYSTEM
CAPITAL WORK
IN PROGRESSTOTAL
$000$000$000$000$000
AT 1 JANUARY 2023
Assets at revalued amount15,61928,800821,496-865,915
Assets at cost---43,37743,377
Accumulated depreciation and impairment losses--(33,238)-(33,238)
NET BOOK AMOUNT15,61928,800788,25843,377876,054
YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
Opening net book value15,61928,800788,25843,377876,054
Additions--1,92263,83665,758
Disposals--(112)-(112)
Depreciation charge--(35,340)-(35,340)
Transfers--55,708(55,708)-
Revaluation-----
CLOSING NET BOOK AMOUNT15,61928,800810,43651,505906,360
AT 31 DECEMBER 2023
Assets at revalued amount15,61928,800845,776-890,195
Assets at cost---51,50551,505
Accumulated depreciation--(35,340)-(35,340)
NET BOOK AMOUNT
15,61928,800810,43651,505906,360
YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
Opening net book value
15,61928,800810,43651,505906,360
Additions
---54,44054,440
Disposals
--(1,215)(808)(2,023)
Depreciation charge
--(38,106)-(38,106)
Transfers
--68,827(68,827)-
Revaluation
106,230(7,000)274,279-373,509
CLOSING NET BOOK AMOUNT121,84921,8001,114,22136,3101,294,180
AT 31 DECEMBER 2024
Assets at revalued amount
121,84921,8001,114,221-1,257,870
Assets at cost
---36,31036,310
Accumulated depreciation
-----
NET BOOK AMOUNT121,84921,8001,114,22136,3101,294,180
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Revaluation reserve
The movements in the revaluation reserve is shown below.
$000
Balance at
1 January 2024422,771
Revaluation of the ITS274,279
Deferred tax on revaluation of the ITS(76,798)
Revaluation of Land106,230
Deferred tax on revaluation of Land-
Balance at 31 December 2024726,482
The carrying amount of the import terminal system and land that would be recognised under the cost model is
$306
.0 million and $4.6 million respectively (31 December 2023: ITS $286.0 million; land $4.6 million). The carrying
amount of the refining plant that would be recognised under the cost model is $21.8 million (31 December 2023:
$28.8 million).
Revaluation of the Import Terminal system
The Import Terminal System (ITS) was independently valued by Deloitte at 31 December 2024. The valuation,
under
taken in accordance with NZ IAS 16 Property, Plant and Equipment and NZ IFRS 13 Fair Value Measurement,
established a “fair value” based on the price a market participant could obtain from selling the asset in an orderly,
well-structured competitive sales process, and includes the benefit from a higher tax depreciable value of property,
plant and equipment for an acquirer. The net present value methodology was used to determine a market participants
sales value. This approach values the assets of the ITS that are currently in operation and the land that the
ITS occupies.
The fair value of the ITS excludes the unutilised land, the residual value of refining assets and the revenue from tanks
that r
equire additional growth capex as at the valuation date, including the 10-year jet fuel storage contract with Z
Energy (announced in August 2024) and the contract to develop a bitumen import terminal for Higgins (announced
in November 2024). The fair value was determined to be in the range of $1,069 million to $1,234 million, with a
mid-point valuation of $1,145 million used for asset revaluation purposes. This valuation exceeded the carrying value of
property, plant and equipment by $274 million which was recognised through the Statement of Comprehensive Income
(Revaluation reserve). As a consequence of the revaluation, accumulated depreciation on the import terminal assets
has been reset to nil.
The fair value of the ITS has increased since 31 December 2023 as a result of changes in the discount rate, and
e
xecution of the Company’s strategy which has resulted in additional contracted storage revenue and changes in the
terminal value methodology to reflect use of the ITS for future fuels storage and transportation.
Assumptions underpinning the ITS valuation
The key assumptions used in the ITS valuation are described below.
•Fuel demand outlook.
Demand outlooks were formulated by Envisory, a third party oil and gas market expert, and
are consistent with the outlook published on Channel’s website (www.channelnz.com). This forecast is a revision of
En
visory’s (Hale & Twomey) forecast released in 2022, which was an input in the previous ITS valuation, updating
for the political consensus to make progress towards net-zero emissions by 2050, updates to national fuels volume
forecast, Channel’s market share and Auckland Airport demand data. For the ITS valuation, the 2060 demand
forecast is considered ‘steady-state’ with volumes assumed flat thereafter. The jet fuel forecast has the most
significant impact on the valuation and the broadest range of forecast outcomes.
•Import terminal fees.
Terminal fees were estimated based on the fuel demand outlooks, and the pricing that
is consistent with Terminal Services Agreements (“TSA”) and Contracted Storage Agreements agreed with the
customers, and subject to a PPI escalation. Approximately 50% of Channel’s current revenue is fixed and
independent o
f fuel volume. The current TSA’s are forecast to roll-over at the expire in August 2042. Each of the
existing storage contracts are forecast to roll-over at their respective expiry, indexed at PPI. Contracted storage
tanks that require additional growth capex as at the valuation date have not been included in the valuation.
•Long term growth rate (PPI). The long term inflation rate adopted in the ITS valuation is 2%.
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•Discount rate.
The nominal post-tax weighted average cost of capital was estimated to be in a range of 6.5% to
7.5%, with the mid-point estimate of 7.0% used in the ITS valuation.
Other assumptions used in the ITS valuation include:
•Operating costs and capital spend. Operating costs and capital spend associated with the fuel only import
t
erminal operation are consistent with Channel’s current cost structure, subject to inflationary increase in the
longer-term. Cash flows used for the ITS valuation exclude those conversion costs that are related to refining assets
and the winding up of refining operations. Capital spend on growth projects has been excluded.
•Terminal value. Cashflow
forecasts were extended beyond FY60 until the incremental annual free cash flows are de
minimis after discounting. The forecast extension beyond FY60 includes a replacement level of capex.
•Tax amortisation benefit. In a well-structured, competitive sales process, an acquirer would ascribe full value to the
higher depr
eciable tax base of the property, plant and equipment in an asset acquisition. The tax amortisation
benefit included in valuation is $146 million.
Sensitivity analysis
The following table outlines a range of sensitivities associated with each of the key assumptions, across the full period
modelled and bas
ed on a range of potential outcomes for each of these assumptions. It should be noted that
changes in a combination of the key assumptions could also have a significant impact upon the fair valuation:
Change in value of assumptionValuation impact ($million)
Jet fuel volumeFaster / slower transition to a low carbon emissions economy(156)+140
Long term growth rate (FY26 onwards)+0.5%N/A+126
Discount rate+/-0.5%(76)+89
Revaluation of land
The land held outside the Import Terminal System was independently valued by CBRE (Northland) at
31 December 2024.
A market-based comparison valuation approach was used. This approach determines fair value through considering
r
ecent land sales and applying adjustments to reflect their different attributes including scale, location and condition.
The fair value was determined to be $122 million. This e
xceeded the carrying value of land by $106 million which was
recognised through the Statement of Comprehensive Income (Revaluation reserve).
The land valuation has increased since December 2023 as it takes into consideration the port-adjacent nature of
Channel'
s unutilised land at Marsden Point.
Valuation inputs and sensitivity
The inputs to the land valuation and the sensitivity of the assumptions are shown below.
LocationRange ($ per square metre)Value used
(weighted average per square metre)
SensitivityValuation impact ($million)
Marsden Point site$90-$180$144+/-10%+10.4-10.4
Other sites$nil-$250$44+/-10%+1.8-1.8
Revaluation of
refining plant
The fair value of the refining plant is primarily based on an estimate of the quantity (tonnes) of ferrous and non-ferrous
mat
erials embedded in the refining plant and an estimate of scrap metal prices. The quantity of ferrous and non-
ferrous materials is estimated based on industry norms, and the scrap metal prices are estimated by an independent
industry expert, Liberty Industrial. The most recent valuation was at 31 December 2023.
The fair value was updated during the year to reflect
changes in metals commodity prices and changes in expected
recoverable amounts. This resulted in recognition of a net revaluation loss of $7.0 million in discontinued operations as
shown below.
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Changes in fair value of
refining plant
$000
Increase in metals commodity prices6,600
Decrease in recoverable amount of
refining asset to scrap value(13,600)
Net revaluation loss(7,000)
Valuation inputs and sensitivity
The inputs to the valuation of the refinery plant and the sensitivity of the assumptions are shown below.
AssumptionValue usedSensitivityValuation impact ($million)
Quantity of metals57,683 tonnes+/-10%+2.2-2.2
Metals commodity prices$378 per tonne+/-10%+2.2-2.2
Conditional agreements for sale of decommissioned assets
On 8 July 2023, the Company entered into an Asset Sale Agreement (ASA) with US-based Seadra Energy Incorporated
(Seadra), granting Seadra an option to purchase certain decommissioned assets from the hydrocracking complex
(part of the former refinery) for US$33.875 million. The option agreement was extended in December 2023 and
July 2024 and was due to expire on 30 September 2024. Channel has received US$4.7 million
1
in option payments
(recognised as deferred income, refer to Note 13).
On 30 September 2024 Channel and Seadra entered into a Project Development Agreement (PDA) relating to the
po
tential development of a biorefinery at Marsden Point. Should the PDA become unconditional, the proposed
biorefinery project would utilise the hydrocracking units that were the subject of the initial ASA plus potentially
additional decommissioned assets for further proceeds of up to US$22.96 million (total sale price of up to
US$56.835 million before transaction costs customary for asset sales of this nature).
The PDA also extends the initial option to purchase provided under the ASA to 31 July 2025, exercisable by Seadra
s
hould the biorefinery project not proceed.
Non-current assets are
classified by the Group as assets held-for-sale if their carrying amount will be recovered
principally through a sale transaction rather than through continuing use and a sale is considered highly probable
within 12 months. Due to the challenges of developing technically feasible and financially viable projects involving
second-hand refining plant globally, and specifically noting the agreement with Seadra is conditional, the assets
subject to the PDA have not been classified as assets held for sale at 31 December 2024.
10 Contractual Commitments
The Group has contractual obligations to purchase assets and complete capital project works relating to conversion
of certain storage tanks. At 31 December 2024 contractual commitments amounted to $29 million (31 December 2023:
$29 million).
11 Other Assets
GROUPGROUP
20242023
CURRENTNON-CURRENTTOTALCURRENTNON-CURRENTTOTAL
$000$000$000$000$000$000
Investment properties
-5,1005,100
-5,6505,650
Defined
benefit pension plan
-3,4903,490
---
Platinum
-8,7258,725
-12,46412,464
Security deposit
4,487-4,487
---
TOTAL4,48717,31521,802
-18,11418,114
1
US$0.2 million (NZ$0
.3 million) option payments received in FY24 and US$4.5 million (NZ$7.3 million) received in FY23.
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Platinum
The estimated amount of platinum to be reclaimed from catalyst used in the discontinued refinery processes is
r
ecognised at fair value through profit and loss (discontinued operations) and measured at its quoted market price.
The platinum is expected to be recovered from the catalyst and sold within 12 months.
Security Deposit
The security deposit was paid into the Employment Court in relation to a claim that the Group incorrectly calculated
r
edundancy compensation payments (refer to Note 21 for further details).
Investment Properties
Investment properties are recognised at fair value. To determine fair value, investment property is revalued at least
e
very three years by a qualified independent valuer. Gains and losses from changes in fair value are recognised in the
Consolidated Income Statement.
Investment properties where the Group acts as lessor are leased to tenants under operating leases.
Defined benefit pension plan
The
defined benefit pension plan asset relates to the Group's legacy defined benefit pension fund (refer to Note 14
Employee Benefits for further details).
12 Operating Leases
Lease income from operating leases, where the Group is a lessor, is recognised as income on a straight-line basis over
the period o
f the lease.
The Group has the following leases where it acts as a lessor:
• Lease of land classified as Investment Property. The lease expires in 2042.
• Lease of land classified as Property, Plant and Equipment. The lease expires in 2028.
• Lease of land and terminal assets located at Wiri, South Auckland under a non-cancellable operating lease which
e
xpires in February 2025 with no further right of renewal. The annual Wiri terminal and land lease income and
land lease cost are recognised on a straight-line basis over the period of lease and amounted to $6.5 million and
$0.5 million, respectively, in 2024 (2023: $6.5 million and $0.5 million).
Future minimum rental income receivable under non-cancellable operating leases at reporting date are shown below.
GROUPGROUP
20242023
$000$000
Lease payments receivable from operating leases where the Group is a lessor
- No later than one year
1,300
6,674
- One to
five years
413
2,066
- Beyond
five years
1,709
1,835
TOTAL3,422
10,575
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13 Trade and Other Payables
GROUPGROUP
20242023
$000$000
Trade payables
9,831
11,824
Goods and services tax payable
1,381
1,037
Deferred income
7,576
7,256
Revenue received in advance
625
-
TOTAL TRADE AND OTHER PAYABLES19,413
20,117
Trade payables are unsecured, non-interest bearing and are usually paid within 30 days of recognition.
Deferred income relates to option payments totalling US$4.7 million (2
023: US$4.5 million), received from Seadra
Energy Incorporated (“Seadra”) for an option to purchase certain decomissioned assets. The option payments will be
recognised in the income statement when the decomissioned assets are sold, or in the event Seadra does not exercise
its purchase option. Refer to Note 9 for further information.
14 Employee Benefits
Liabilities for employee benefits comprise the following:
20242023
CURRENTNON-
CURRENT
TOTALCURRENTNON-
CURRENT
TOTAL
$000$000$000$000$000$000
Defined
benefit pension plan
---
-146146
Medical plan
1843,1193,303
2033,0743,277
Wages, salaries and annual leave
2,607-2,607
2,677-2,677
TOTAL2,7913,1195,910
2,8803,2206,100
Defined
benefit pension plan
The Group contributes to a
defined benefit pension fund which has been closed to new members since 2002. As at
31 December 2024 there is one active member contributing to the Plan (2023: 1). In addition, there are 88 pensioner
members (2023: 98).
Under the plan the Group has an obligation to pay contributions if the fund does not hold sufficient
assets to pay all
pensioners the benefits they are entitled to. Key risks that could expose the Group to a shortfall include investment
returns and life expectancy.
The latest triennial actuarial review, completed as at 31 March 2022, reported an actuarial surplus (actuarial value
o
f assets was greater that the present value of accrued benefits using expected investment returns), therefore no
immediate contribution to the fund was required. In 2024 the Group contributed $0.3 million to fund the benefit of the
remaining members and to cover the administration expenses of the Plan (2023: $0.3 million).
The net amount of the fund assets less the present value of the defined benefit
obligation is recognised in the
statement of financial position. This is calculated annually by independent actuaries using the projected unit credit
method with present value of the estimated future cash outflows using interest rates of Government bonds (rather than
expected investment returns). At 31 December 2024 the net amount recognised by the Group is an asset (refer Note 11).
The modified duration of the defined benefit liability was approximately nine years (2023: nine years).
Medical plan (scheme closed since 1996)
The Group pays health insurance premiums in respect of seven beneficiaries (2023: eight) until their death. This
s
cheme was closed in 1996 and has not been offered to new employees since. The medical plan is accounted
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for in a similar manner to the defined benefit plan outlined above, with an accounting valuation performed by an
independent actuar
y at each reporting date. Expected contributions to the medical plan in 2025 are $0.2 million
(actual contribution in 2024: $0.2 million).
15 Provisions
Provisions are liabilities of uncertain timing and amount, recognised where the Group has an obligation (legal or
cons
tructive) whose settlement will require an outflow of resources and can be reliably measured. All provisions are
recognised in amounts reflecting the present value of future expected cash outflows. In estimating the provisions, the
Group assumed a long-term inflation rate of 1.9 per cent (2023: 2.0 per cent) and discount rates between 3.6 per cent
and 5.1 per cent (2023: between 4.20 per cent and 5.20 per cent).
SHUT DOWN
AND DECOMMISSIONING
DEMOLITION
AND RESTORATION
WORKFORCE AND
OTHER PROVISIONS
TOTAL
$000$000$000$000
AT 1 JANUARY 202338,36262,0194,810105,191
Additions - conversion related-4,912-4,912
Additions - other-1,922-1,922
Utilisation(23,214)(143)(3,556)(26,913)
Adjustment for change in discount rate7(1,472)159(1,306)
Finance costs5041,661582,223
AT 31 DECEMBER 2023
15,65968,8991,47186,029
Current15,6591,3961,47118,526
Non-current-67,503-67,503
SHUT DOWN
AND DECOMMISSIONING
DEMOLITION
AND RESTORATION
WORKFORCE AND
OTHER PROVISIONS
TOTAL
$000$000$000$000
AT 1 JANUARY 2024
15,65968,8991,47186,029
Additions - conversion related
-1,648-1,648
Additions - other
-1,300-1,300
Utilisation
(7,601)(448)(1,473)(9,522)
Disposal
-(188)(43)(231)
Adjustment for change in discount rate
32(2,162)45(2,085)
Finance costs
2101,862-2,072
AT 31 DECEMBER 20248,30070,911-79,211
Current
8,300915-9,215
Non-current
-69,996-69,996
The provisions relate to:
•Refinery shutdown and decommissioning – Costs associated with the decommissioning of redundant
refining assets
which are not suitable for immediate repurposing.
•Demolition and restoration – Costs associated with the demolition of selected refining assets, assumed to occur 10
y
ears after the import terminal conversion, as well as jetty demolition at the end of the lease period. The restoration
provision includes environmental obligations under resource consents that require the Group to maintain the current
levels of environmental standards. Measures in place include operation of a groundwater hydraulic containment
system and hydrocarbon recovery program to reduce the extent of legacy contamination over time as part of the
ongoing remediation of the Marsden Point site.
•Workforce and other - Costs associated with
refinery contract termination fees.
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16 Borrowings
Borrowings are initially recognised at the value of the consideration received. The carrying value is subsequently
meas
ured at amortised cost using the effective interest method, except for borrowings subject to fair value hedges,
which are adjusted for effective changes in the fair value of the hedging instrument.
At 31 December 2024 the Group has total debt funding facilities available of $435 million (r
epresented by $235 million
bank facilities and $200 million retail bonds). The total debt funding facilities available have reduced from $460 million
at 31 December 2023 following the redemption of the remaining $55 million subordinated notes on 1 March 2024 and
refinancing of debt facilities in November 2024, increasing total facility limits by $30 million and extending tenor.
The Group borrows under a Common Terms Deed which requires the Group to maintain an Interest Rate Ratio of at
leas
t 2.5 to 1, and a Gearing Ratio of not more than 55% at each reporting date (30 June and 31 December). The Group
was in compliance with these financial undertakings at the end of, and in respect of, the years ended 31 December
2024 and 31 December 2023.
The borrowings are unsecured.
At
31 December 2024 the average tenor is 4.2 years (31 December 2023: 3.7 years).
The carrying amount of the Group' s borrowings issued at floating rate (revolving cash advances) closely approximate
their f
air value.
At
31 December 2024, the fair value of the CHI020 retail bond is $102.3 million compared to its carrying amount of
$99.6 million. The fair value is based on the quoted market price at 31 December 2024 and is classified as Level 1 in the
f
air value hierarchy as described in Note 20.
At
31 December 2024, the fair value of the CHI030 retail bond is $107.1 million compared to its carrying amount of
$101.6 million. The CHI030 retail bond ($100 million, maturing in November 2029) is subject to a fair value hedge
for a notional amount of $50 million maturing in May 2027. The fair value is based on the quoted market price at
31 December 2024, adjusted for effective changes in the fair value of the hedging instrument and is classified as Level 2
in the fair value hierarchy as described in Note 20.
The table below outlines the maturity
profile of the facilities as at 31 December 2024:
GROUPGROUP
MATURITY DATE
20242023
$000$000
BORROWINGS
Current borrowings:
Subordinated notes
1
Mar-24
-
55,779
Total current borrowings-
55,779
Non-current borrowings:
Revolving cash advancesNov-25
-
65,000
Revolving cash advancesNov-29
98,500
-
Retail bonds - CHI020 (5.8%)
1
May-27
99,596
99,173
Retail bonds - CHI030 (6.75%)
1
Nov-29
101,646
100,670
Total non-current borrowings299,742
264,843
TOTAL BORROWINGS299,742
320,622
UNDRAWN FACILITIES
Revolving cash advancesNov-26
-
75,000
Revolving cash advancesNov-27
30,000
65,000
Revolving cash advancesNov-29
106,500
-
TOTAL UNDRAWN BORROWING FACILITIES136,500
140,000
1 The
difference between the carrying value of the retail bonds and subordinated notes and their face values is due to unamortised issue costs and
accrued interest.
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GROUPGROUP
20242023
$000$000
NET DEBT
Total borrowings
299,742
320,622
Less: Fair value adjustment
(2,018)
(1,264)
Less: Cash and cash equivalents
(1,283)
(4,870)
NET DEBT296,441
314,488
The below sets out an analysis of the Group’s liabilities for which cash flows have been, or will be, classified as financing
activities in the statement of cash flows:
GROUPGROUP
20242023
$000$000
Opening borrowings
320,622
259,583
Proceeds from/(repayments of) loans and borrowings
33,500
(21,000)
Repayment of subordinated notes
(54,901)
-
Proceeds from bond issuance
-
79,901
Non-cash movements
521
2,138
CLOSING BORROWINGS299,742
320,622
17 Equity and Dividends
Capital management
The Group's capital management framework is to maintain a capital structure mix of shareholders’ equity and debt
that maint
ains investor, creditor and market confidence, and supports its growth strategy. The capital management
framework includes a dividend policy of paying 60-70% of normalised free cash flow and maintaining credit metrics
consistent with a BBB+ shadow credit rating. During the year Channel completed an equity raise to assist with funding
growth capital investment whilst complying with its capital management framework.
Contributed Equity. The issued capital of the Company at 31 December 2024 is represented by 410,004,702 issued and
fully paid or
dinary shares (2023: 378,756,041). All ordinary shares rank equally with one vote attached to each share. The
shares have no par value.
Movements in the issued and fully paid capital are shown below.
20242023
Issued and fully paid capital$000Number of shares$000Number of shares
At
1 January
318,123378,756,041
318,123378,756,041
Shares issued on 3 December 2024 at an issue price of $1.60
per share
22,47014,043,840
--
Shares issued on
16 December 2024 at an issue price of $1.60
per share
27,52817,204,821
--
Offer
costs
(1,701)-
--
At
31 December
366,420410,004,702
318,123378,756,041
Treasury stock.
Treasury stock represents the value of shares acquired on-market by CRS Nominees Limited in respect
of the Employee Share Purchase Scheme. At 31 December 2024 CRS Nominees Limited held 276,494 treasury shares
(2023: 436,951).
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Reserves
Revaluation reserve.
Revaluation reserve represents an accumulated revaluation gain on property, plant and
equipment valued at fair value (refer to Note 9 for further details).
Employee share entitlement reserve. The employee share entitlement reserve is used to recognise the fair value of
s
hares granted but not vested to employees as part of the Employee Share Purchase Scheme and the Share Rights
Scheme (which relates to the Long-Term Incentive entitlement for the CEO and selected members of the Corporate
Lead Team). Amounts are transferred to contributed equity when the shares vest to the employee.
Cash
flow hedge reserve. The cash flow hedge reserve comprises the effective portion of the cumulative net change
in the fair value of hedging instruments used in cash flow hedges pending subsequent recognition in the Consolidated
Income Statement (refer to Note 20 for further details).
Dividends
20242023
Dividend paid$000cents per share$000cents per share
Special dividend (FY2022)
--
7,5742.0
Final dividend (FY2022)
--
18,9355.0
Interim dividend (FY2023)
--
15,9084.2
Special dividend (FY2023)
5,6811.5
--
Final dividend (FY2023)
23,8626.3
--
Interim dividend (FY2024)
16,6654.4
--
Dividend paid46,20812.2
42,41711.2
Dividends Declared
On
26 February 2025, the Directors approved the payment of the final dividend of 6.6 cents per share. The dividends
will not be imputed and are expected to be paid on 27 March 2025.
The shareholder continuity requirement for imputation purposes was breached in December 2023. As at 31 December
2024, imputation credits available to shareholders are $0.1 million (2
023: $Nil).
18 Share-based payments
The Group operates the following share schemes:
Employee Share Purchase Scheme (ESS)
The Scheme
qualifies as an “Exempt ESS” under section CW26C of the Income Tax Act 2007 and is classified for
accounting purposes as equity-settled transactions. In 2024 Eligible employees were offered in total $1,071 worth of
shares each. The shares are held by CRS Nominees Limited during a three year restricted period.
In 2024 the Company recognised an expense of $0.1 million (2
023: $0.3 million) in relation to the Employee
Share Scheme.
Share Rights Scheme (Long-Term Incentive)
In April 2024 the Company issued 312,559 share rights to the Corporate Lead Team (of which 175,709 were issued to
the CE
O) under the Company’s Share Rights Plan. Each share right converts on a 1:1 basis for nil cash consideration
into fully paid ordinary shares following the release of the Company's financial results for the year ending 31 December
2026, subject to a workplace safety condition being satisfied and performance of the Company's Total Shareholder
Return (TSR):
• 50% of the award is conditional on the performance of the Company's TSR relative to a comparator group of
s
elected members of the NZX50 at 1 March 2024, and
• 50% of the award is conditional on the Company's TSR exceeding its cost of equity plus 0.5% compounding annually
fr
om 1 March 2024 to the vesting date.
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Vesting is also subject to the participant remaining employed during the 3-year vesting period, except in certain "good
leav
er" cessation of employment scenarios at the discretion of the Board.
In 2024 the Company recognised an expense of $0.1 million in r
elation to the Share Rights Scheme.
Chief Executive
Officer Share Rights Scheme
2023 Initial Share Rights (current CEO)
In March 2023 the Company issued 337,975 share rights to the CEO. The award is tenure based, and each right converts
on a 1:1 bas
is for nil cash consideration into fully paid ordinary shares on 31 January 2028, subject to achievement of
a minimum "on target" performance against annual controllable KPI's during the vesting period as determined and
assessed by the Board at the end of that period and there being no workplace deaths during the vesting period,
where Channel is found to be responsible for such deaths.
In 2024 the Company recognised an expense of $0.1 million (2
023: $0.1 million) in relation to the 2023 Initial Share
Rights Scheme.
Former CEO Share Rights Scheme
The share rights issued to the former CEO vested upon cessation of employment in March 2023 (1,482,991 shares) and
an e
xpense of $0.2 million was recognised in the year ended 31 December 2023 in relation to the award.
Management Share Rights Scheme
The share rights issued to key members of management through the conversion from a refinery
to an import terminal
vested in the year ended 31 December 2023 and an expense of $0.1 million was recognised in the year ended
31 December 2023 in relation to the scheme.
Information regarding the number of shares and share rights awarded under the schemes listed above is as follows:
2024
2023
CEO SHARE
RIGHTS SCHEME
(2023 INITIAL
SHARE RIGHTS)
SHARE RIGHTS
SCHEME (LTI)
EMPLOYEE
SHARE SCHEME
CEO SHARE
RIGHTS SCHEME
MANAGEMENT
SHARE
RIGHTS SCHEME
EMPLOYEE
SHARE SCHEME
AT 1 JANUARY337,975-297,287
1,482,9914,488,066945,369
Granted
-312,55942,420
335,828-59,072
Vested
--(155,105)
(1,482,991)(4,488,066)(701,128)
Lapsed
--(22,828)
-(6,026)
AT 31 DECEMBER337,975312,559161,774
335,828-297,287
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19 Related Parties
(a) Shareholders and other related parties
During the year, two of the Group's customers provided Director services to the Company. The revenue earned
fr
om those customers during the period that they were related parties and the receivables balance outstanding at
reporting date related to the revenue earned is included in the table below.
RevenuePurchases
TRANSACTION VALUES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED
31 DECEMBER
1
BALANCES OUTSTANDING AS
AT 31 DECEMBER
TRANSACTION VALUES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED
31 DECEMBER
BALANCES OUTSTANDING AS
AT 31 DECEMBER
20242023202420232024202320242023
$000$000$000$000$000$000$000$000
BP
2
14,433
36,292
-
8,756
-
-
-
-
Z Energy
3
43,207
48,216
-
4,615
-
440
-
230
TOTAL57,640
84,508
-
13,371
-
440
-
230
1 Up to the date the customer had representation on the Board.
2 bp had a Director on the Board of the Company until
30 April 2024.
3 Ampol, who own Z Energy, had a Director on the Board of the Company until 31 October 2024.
In the prior year, the Group purchased diesel from Z Energy. Z Energy's bulk fuel business was acquired by a third party
effective 1 August 2023.
(b) Key management personnel compensation
Directors’ fees and Corporate Lead team remuneration is shown below.
GROUPGROUP
20242023
NOTE
$000$000
Salaries and other short-term employee benefits
2,570
4,342
Post-employment
benefits
74
118
Share-based payments18
129
309
KEY MANAGEMENT PERSONNEL COMPENSATION2,773
4,769
Directors' fees
921
825
KEY MANAGEMENT PERSONNEL COMPENSATION & DIRECTORS' FEES3,694
5,594
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20 Financial Risk Management
The Group is exposed to a variety of financial risks (market, credit and liquidity) in the normal course of the business.
Ris
k management is performed by management who evaluate and hedge certain financial risks, including currency risk
and interest rate risk under a treasury policy that is approved by the Board of Directors. The following is a summary of
the Group’s exposure to financial risk and the management of those:
FINANCIAL RISKEXPOSUREMANAGEMENT OF RISK AND S
ENSITIVITY
Market risk
Electricity
price ris
k
Changes in market pricesElectricity price fluctuation risk is managed using physical supply contracts.
Sensitivity:
From 1 January 2024 the Group entered into a fixed price variable
volume contract for the supply of renewable electricity for an initial term of
six years, therefore the income statement is not currently sensitive to changing
market prices.
Currency riskMovement in foreign
e
xchange rates
Significant foreign currency purchases or receipts (both operating and capital in
nature) are hedged using forward currency exchange contracts.
Sensitivity:
As at 31 December 2024 the Group held a US dollar foreign
exchange contract and the impact of US dollar appreciation/depreciation by
+/-10 per cent on before-tax profit/loss and other comprehensive income is
-/+$0
.9m (2023: +$1.3m).
Interest rate riskMovement in interest ratesInterest rate risk managed through
fixed rate borrowings and interest
rate swaps.
Sensitivity:
At 31 December 2024, the impact of inter-bank interest rates
changing by +/-75 basis points on before tax profit/loss and other
comprehensive income is -/+$0.01m and +/-$0.7m respectively (2023: -/+
$0.04m and +/-$1.1m).
Liquidity risk
Risk that the Group will not
be able t
o meet its financial
obligations as they fall due
The Group monitors rolling forecasts of liquidity requirements to ensure it
has sufficient cash to meet operational needs while maintaining sufficient
headroom on the Group’s undrawn borrowing facilities. No surplus cash
is held by the Group over and above the balance required for working
capital management.
Credit risk
Risk of loss to the Group due to
cus
tomer or counterparty default
The Group is exposed to credit risk if counterparties fail to make payments in
respect of payment of trade receivables as invoices fall due. Most common
payment terms are on the 20th of the following month.
The receivables from the Group's three major customers present a
concentr
ation of credit risk, however, management has assessed the credit
quality of these customers as being high. Based on the analysis of the historical
payments and with reference to their credit rating and short payment terms,
the Group assessed the expected credit losses in respect to 31 December 2024
receivables to be immaterial. No collateral is held over trade receivables.
Overdue trade receivable balances at 31 December
2024 totalled $0.5 million
(2023: $6.3 million), and no provision for doubtful debt was recognised.
Risk of derivative counterparties
and cas
h deposits being lost
For banks, only parties with a minimum long-term credit rating of A+ or A1 are
accep
ted. For investments gross limits are set for financial institutions and the
usage of these limits is determined by assigning product weightings to the
principal amount of the transaction.
Transactions are spread across several counterparties to avoid concentrations
o
f credit exposure. No credit limits were exceeded during the reporting
period and management does not expect any losses from non-performance
by counterparties.
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Non-Derivative Financial Liabilities
The following table sets out the maturity analysis for non-derivative financial liabilities based on the contractual terms
as at balance dat
e. The amounts presented are the contractual undiscounted cash flows and are based on the expiry
of the bank facility or maturity of the retail bonds and subordinated notes.
The liquidity analysis set out below discloses cash outflows resulting from the financial liabilities only and does not
cons
ider expected net cash inflows from financial assets (including trade receivables) or undrawn debt facilities which
provide liquidity support to the Group. Contractual cash flows associated with bank borrowings include interest for the
period until the debt rollover date (typically within six months from the balance date) and retail bonds include interest
in the period until 14 November 2029.
CONTRACTUAL CASH FLOWS
CARRYING
AMOUNT
LESS THAN 6
MONTHS
BETWEEN 6
MONTHS -1
YEAR
BETWEEN 1-2
YEARS
BETWEEN 2-5
YEARS
OVER 5
YEARS
TOTAL CASH
FLOWS
GROUP 2024NOTE
$000$000$000$000$000$000$000
NON-DERIVATIVE
FINANCIAL LIABILITIES
Trade payables13
(9,831)(9,831)----(9,831)
Lease liabilities
(926)(56)(94)(154)(354)(589)(1,247)
Bank borrowings16
(98,500)(1,268)--(98,500)-(99,768)
Retail bonds16
(201,242)(6,275)(6,275)(12,550)(223,150)-(248,250)
TOTAL NON-DERIVATIVE
FINANCIAL LIABILITIES(310,499)(17,430)(6,369)(12,704)(322,004)(589)(359,096)
CONTRACTUAL CASH FLOWS
CARRYING
AMOUNT
LESS THAN 6
MONTHS
BETWEEN 6
MONTHS -1
YEAR
BETWEEN 1-2
YEARS
BETWEEN 2-5
YEARS
OVER 5
YEARS
TOTAL CASH
FLOWS
GROUP 2023NOTE
$000$000$000$000$000$000$000
NON-DERIVATIVE
FINANCIAL LIABILITIES
Trade payables13(11,824)(11,824)----(11,824)
Lease liabilities(635)(34)(71)(63)(144)(626)(938)
Bank borrowings16(65,000)(1,015)-(65,000)--(66,015)
Subordinated notes16(55,779)(56,301)----(56,301)
Retail bonds16(199,843)(6,275)(6,275)(12,550)(128,950)(106,750)(260,800)
TOTAL NON-DERIVATIVE
FINANCIAL LIABILITIES
(333,081)(75,449)(6,346)(77,613)(129,094)(107,376)(395,878)
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Derivative Financial Liabilities
The table below details the liquidity risk arising from derivative liabilities held by the Group at balance date. Derivative
financial
liabilities are split into the gross settled derivatives which include foreign exchange forward contracts with
the inflow being based on the foreign currency converted at the closing spot rate, and the net settled derivatives
which include interest rate swaps (with the floating rate being based on the most recent rate set), platinum commodity
hedge and electricity derivatives.
CONTRACTUAL CASH FLOWS
CARRYING
AMOUNT
LESS THAN 6
MONTHS
BETWEEN 6
MONTHS -1
YEAR
BETWEEN 1-2
YEARS
BETWEEN 2-5
YEARS
OVER 5 YEARSTOTAL CASH
FLOWS
GROUP 2024
$000$000$000$000$000$000$000
DERIVATIVE
FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS
Net settled derivatives7,0062,6211,7762,4991,581-8,477
Gross settled derivatives
Outflows
-(10,461)----(10,461)
Inflows
-9,368----9,368
Total gross
settled derivatives(1,071)(1,093)----(1,093)
TOTAL DERIVATIVE
FINANCIAL LIABILITIES5,9351,5281,7762,4991,581-7,384
CONTRACTUAL CASH FLOWS
CARRYING
AMOUNT
LESS THAN 6
MONTHS
BETWEEN 6
MONTHS -1
YEAR
BETWEEN 1-2
YEARS
BETWEEN 2-5
YEARS
OVER 5 YEARSTOTAL CASH
FLOWS
GROUP 2023
$000$000$000$000$000$000$000
DERIVATIVE
FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS
Net settled derivatives
9,7932,1631,6894,4335,264-13,549
Gross settled derivatives
Outflows--(12,568)---(12,568)
Inflows--12,668---12,668
Total gross
settled derivatives
112-100---100
TOTAL DERIVATIVE
FINANCIAL LIABILITIES
9,9052,1631,7894,4335,264-13,649
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Hedging
Derivatives are only used for hedging purposes and not as speculative investments. The Group uses derivative
financial
instruments to hedge its risks associated with interest rates, foreign currency and commodity prices. Derivative
financial instruments are recognised at fair value.
Fair value measurement
Derivative
financial instruments are measured at fair value using the following fair value measurement hierarchy:
• Level 1 – the fair value is calculated using quoted prices for the asset or liability in active markets;
• Level 2 – the fair value is estimated using inputs other than quoted prices included in Level 1 that are observable for
the as
set or liability, either directly (as prices) or indirectly (derived from prices); and
• Level 3 – the fair value is estimated using inputs for the asset or liability that are not based on observable
mark
et data.
To determine the level used to estimate fair value, the group assesses the lowest level input that is significant to that
f
air value. The Group's derivative financial instruments are classified as Level 2. The instruments and the key valuation
inputs are shown below.
• Interest rate swaps: fair value calculated as the present value of the estimated future cash flows based on
observable yield curves.
• Forward foreign exchange contracts: fair value determined using forward exchange rates at the balance date, with
the r
esulting value discounted back to present value.
• Contracts for
differences: fair value determined using the inputs from active market (ASX) for electricity futures,
adjusted for respective location factors.
• Commodity price hedge: fair value determined using observable market prices for platinum.
Hedge accounting
The Group designates certain derivatives as hedges of a particular risk associated with a recognised asset or liability
or a highly pr
obable forecast transaction.
Cash
flow hedges are applied to future interest cash flows on variable rate loans. The effective portion of the gain
or loss on the hedging instruments is recognised directly in other comprehensive income and accumulated as a
separate component of equity in the cash flow hedge reserve, while the ineffective portion is recognised in the income
statement. Amounts taken to equity are transferred to the income statement when the hedged transaction affects the
income statement.
The Group designates as fair value hedges derivative financial instruments on fixed-rate borrowings (CHI030 bond),
wher
e the fair value of the debt changes as a result of changes in market interest rates. The carrying amounts of the
hedged items are adjusted for gains and losses attributable to the risk being hedged. The hedging instruments are
also remeasured to fair value. Gains and losses are recognised in finance costs.
Hedging activity
The
effects of the derivative financial instruments on the Group’s financial position and performance are as follows:
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Cash
flow hedges
FOREIGN
EXCHANGE
FORWARD
CONTRACTS (USD)
INTEREST
RATE SWAPS
ELECTRICITY
CONTRACTS
FOR DIFFERENCES
PLATINUM
COMMODITY
PRICE
31 DECEMBER 2024
Carrying amount – net asset/(liability)
($000)
(1,071)4,220-845
Notional amount (equivalent of NZ$000)
9,368115,000-8,831
Maturity date
20252026-2028-2025
Hedge ratio
-1:1--
Change in fair value of hedging
ins
trument ($000)
(1,183)(4,574)-1,448
US$/NZ$US$
Weighted average hedged rate
0.62901.5%-US$910/Toz
31 DECEMBER 2023
Carrying amount – net asset/(liability)
($000)1128,794339(603)
Notional amount (equivalent of NZ$000)12,668115,000(339)11,860
Maturity date20242026-202820242024
Hedge ratio-1:11:1-
Change in fair value of hedging
ins
trument ($000)50(3,956)(1,054)(603)
US$/NZ$US$
Weighted average hedged rate0.63401.5%$149.7/MWhUS$960/Toz
The foreign exchange forward contract and the platinum commodity price hedge are not designated as a hedges
f
or hedge accounting. Changes in fair values of these derivatives are recognised immediately in Net profit from
Discontinued Operations.
For the instruments (interest rate swaps) designated in a hedge relationship, the potential sources of ineffectiveness
relate to a change in the expected timing of repayment of the hedged item. The equity raise in December 2024,
r
esulted in the total notional amount of hedged item (bank borrowings) being less than the notional amount of interest
rate swaps designated as cash flow hedges. This short-term over-hedge is expected to return to balance in early
2025. The period of over-hedge leads to hedge ineffectiveness of $0.1 million recognised in finance costs. No hedge
ineffectiveness was recognised in 2023.
Fair value hedges
Potential sources of
ineffectiveness relate to a change in the expected timing of repayment of the hedged item. During
the year the hedge ineffectiveness from the fair value hedge amounted to nil (2023: nil).
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20242023
HEDGING
INSTRUMENT
HEDGED ITEM
HEDGING
INSTRUMENT
HEDGED ITEM
$000$000$000$000
INTEREST RATE
DERIVATIVES
BORROWINGS
INTEREST RATE
DERIVATIVES
BORROWINGS
Fair value hedge:
-
Notional amount
1
50,000-
50,000-
Carrying amount - net asset/(liability)
1,941(52,018)
1,263(51,263)
Accumulated amount of fair value hedge adjustments on
the hedged it
em included in the carrying amount of the
hedged item
-(2,018)
-(1,263)
Change in fair value of hedging instrument
678-
1,263-
Change in fair value of hedged item
-(755)
-(1,263)
Maturity date
2027-
2027-
Hedge ratio
1:1-
1:1-
Weighted average hedge rate
Floating-
Floating-
1 Notional amount is $60 million during the initial s
ettlement period to February 2024
Cash flow hedge reserve
The cash
flow hedge reserve records the effective portion of the fair value of interest rate swaps that are designated
as cash flow hedges.
In the prior year, electricity derivatives were used to hedge highly probable cash flows associated with the purchase
o
f electricity at spot rates. From 1 January 2024 the Group entered into a fixed price, variable volume electricity
supply contract which meant that the contracts for difference held for the 2024 financial year were no longer required.
The Group entered into equal and opposite contracts for difference such that no ineffectiveness was recognised. All
contracts for difference held were settled during the 2024 financial year.
The net movement in the cash
flow hedge reserve comprises:
20242023
$000$000
Movement in value of interest rate swaps held throughout the year
(4,433)
(3,956)
Contracts for
differences entered into during the year
-
(290)
Contracts for
differences settled in the year
(339)
-
Contracts for
differences held throughout the year
-
(684)
Gross movement in cash
flow hedge reserve
(4,772)
(4,930)
Deferred tax1,336
1,380
Net movement in cash
flow hedge reserve
(3,436)
(3,550)
21 Contingencies
From time to time in the normal course of business, the Group is exposed to claims and legal proceedings that may in
s
ome cases result in costs. Estimates and assumptions are made in determining the likelihood, amount and timing of
cash outflows when the outcome is uncertain.
In November 2022, former employees (Applicants) lodged a Statement of Problem with the Employment Relations
Authorit
y (the Authority) claiming that the Company incorrectly calculated their redundancy compensation. In August
2024 the Authority issued its determination, finding in favour of the Applicants. The Company continues to believe
that it appropriately calculated redundancy compensation and that the Authority erred in its determination. In
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September 2024 the Company appealed the Authority's determination to the Employment Court, the appeal process
is in pr
ogress.
As part of the appeal process, the Company was required to pay $4.5 million int
o the Employment Court, representing
the best estimate of the amount of the Authority’s determination. This amount is a security deposit and is recognised
as a current asset (refer Note 11). The funds will be returned to the Company, or paid out to the Applicants, based on
the outcome of the appeal process.
As a condition of the 35 year resource consent granted in March 2021, the Group has committed to work with the
Nor
thland Regional Council ahead of time (during the 20
th
year of consent or at least 12 months prior to the cessation
of terminal operations) to set out the actions necessary to maintain compliance for the discharges of contaminants.
Given the unknown nature of the future activities that may be agreed with the Northland Regional Council, no liability
has been recognised other than in relation to ongoing environmental monitoring activities over the remaining term of
the consent (refer Note 15).
The Group has no other contingent liabilities as at 31 December 2024.
22 Non-GAAP disclosures
Channel uses several non-GAAP measures when discussing
financial performance. The Directors and management
believe that these measures provide useful information as they are used internally to evaluate the underlying
performance of the Group.
Non-GAAP
profit measures are not prepared in accordance with New Zealand equivalents to International Financial
Reporting Standards (NZ IFRS) and are not uniformly defined, therefore the non-GAAP profit measures used by Channel
may not be comparable with similarly titled measures used by other companies. Non-GAAP measures should not be
used in isolation nor as a substitute for measures reported in accordance with NZ IFRS.
The
definitions of the non-GAAP measures used by Channel and reconciliations to the amounts presented in the
Consolidated Income Statements are detailed below.
EBITDA from
Continuing
Operations:
Earnings before depreciation, net finance costs and income tax from continuing operations
EBITDA from
Discontinuing
Operations:
Earnings before conversion costs, asset revaluation, net finance
costs and income tax from
discontinued operations
20242023
$000$000
CONTINUING OPERATIONS
Net
profit after income tax25,954
27,647
Add: Depreciation
38,662
35,409
Add: Net
finance costs
19,982
17,621
Add: Income tax
10,487
6,483
EBITDA from continuing operations95,085
87,160
DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS
Net
profit/(loss) after income tax(12,067)
(3,583)
Add: Conversion costs
3,314
5,879
Less: Revaluation of assets
7,000
-
Add: Net
finance costs
1,641
1,813
Less: Income tax
(3,463)
(1,393)
EBITDA from discontinued operations(3,575)
2,716
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Channel Infrastructure NZ Limited
Opinion
We have audited the financial statements of Channel Infrastructure NZ Limited (the “Company”) and
its subsidiaries (together the “Group”) on pages 65 to 100, which comprise the consolidated balance
sheet of the Group as at 31 December 2024, the consolidated income statement, consolidated
statement of comprehensive income, consolidated statement of changes in equity and consolidated
statement of cash flows for the year then ended of the Group, and the notes to the consolidated
financial statements including material accounting policy information.
In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements on pages 65 to 100 present fairly, in all material
respects, the consolidated financial position of the Group as at 31 December 2024 and its
consolidated financial performance and cash flows for the year then ended in accordance with New
Zealand Equivalents to International Financial Reporting Standards and International Financial
Reporting Standards.
This report is made solely to the Company’s shareholders, as a body. Our audit has been undertaken
so that we might state to the Company’s shareholders those matters we are required to state to them
in an auditor’s report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we do not
accept or assume responsibility to anyone other than the Company and the Company’s shareholders,
as a body, for our audit work, for this report, or for the opinions we have formed.
Basis for opinion
We conducted our audit in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (New Zealand). Our
responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditor’s responsibilities for the
audit of the financial statements section of our report.
We are independent of the Group in accordance with Professional and Ethical Standard 1 International
Code of Ethics for Assurance Practitioners (including International Independence Standards) (New
Zealand) issued by the New Zealand Auditing and Assurance Standards Board, and we have fulfilled
our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with these requirements.
We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis
for our opinion.
Ernst & Young provides other assurance services relating to the Group’s greenhouse gas emissions
reporting and agreed upon procedures relating to assessing the annual general meeting votes cast
and half-year financial reporting. We have no other relationship with, or interest in, the Group.
Key audit matters
Key audit matters are those matters that, in our professional judgment, were of most significance in
our audit of the consolidated financial statements of the current year. These matters were addressed
in the context of our audit of the consolidated financial statements as a whole, and in forming our
opinion thereon, but we do not provide a separate opinion on these matters. For each matter below,
our description of how our audit addressed the matter is provided in that context.
We have fulfilled the responsibilities described in the Auditor’s responsibilities for the audit of the
financial statements section of the audit report, including in relation to these matters. Accordingly,
our audit included the performance of procedures designed to respond to our assessment of the risks
of material misstatement of the financial statements. The results of our audit procedures, including
the procedures performed to address the matters below, provide the basis for our audit opinion on the
accompanying consolidated financial statements.
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Valuation of Property, Plant and Equipment - Import Terminal System Assets
Why significant How our audit addressed the key audit matter
The Group records property, plant and
equipment (“PPE”) at fair value of $1.294b as at
31 December 2024. Included in PPE are the
Import Terminal System assets (“ITS”) which are
recorded at $1.114b, representing 86% of total
PPE and 83% of total assets.
The group engaged an external valuation
specialist to estimate the fair value of the ITS in
accordance with the requirements of NZ IAS 16,
Property, plant and equipment and NZ IFRS 13,
Fair Value Measurement. An external valuation
of this asset group was last performed in FY21.
The 31 December 2024 valuation resulted in a
revaluation uplift of $274m.
The most significant inputs utilised in the
valuation of the ITS assets include forecast fuel
demand, discount rate and the tax amortisation
benefit a market participant would ascribe to the
property, plant & equipment in an asset
acquisition. Disclosures related to the valuation
of the ITS and the method and assumptions used
are included in note 9 of the consolidated
financial statements.
Future fuel demand assumptions were estimated
by the Group’s third party fuel forecasting
expert and were considered and adopted by the
Group’s external valuation specialist in their
valuation engagement. The external valuation
specialist determined the discount rate and the
value of tax amortisation benefit included in the
valuation.
Our audit procedures included the following:
► involving our own valuation specialists to:
► assess the competence, capabilities and
objectivity of the Group’s external
valuation specialist;
► meet with the Group’s external valuation
specialist to understand their valuation
methodology and challenge their
approach;
► assess significant inputs used to estimate
the fair value of the ITS including:
► assessing the process the Group’s
external valuation specialist used to
determine whether the forecast fuel
demand was appropriate for inclusion
in their valuation. Additionally, we
considered the comparison the
external valuation specialist undertook
of the fuel demand forecast to a range
of market views of expected fuel
demand over the forecast period;
► evaluating the appropriateness of the
discount rate used by the Group’s
external valuation specialist; and
► assessing the tax amortisation benefit
calculation included in the external
specialist’s valuation for consistency
with valuation practice
► assessing whether the valuation
multiples implied by the Group’s
external valuation specialists valuation
fell within a reasonable range of
comparable company and comparable
transaction multiples.
► assessing the adequacy of the financial
statement disclosures in note 9.
Information other than the financial statements and auditor’s report
The directors of the Company are responsible for the annual report, which includes information other
than the consolidated financial statements and auditor’s report.
Our opinion on the consolidated financial statements does not cover the other information and we do
not express any form of assurance conclusion thereon.
A member firm of Ernst & Young Global Limited
In connection with our audit of the consolidated financial statements, our responsibility is to read the
other information and, in doing so, consider whether the other information is materially inconsistent
with the consolidated financial statements or our knowledge obtained during the audit, or otherwise
appears to be materially misstated.
If, based upon the work we have performed, 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.
Directors’ responsibilities for the financial statements
The directors are responsible, on behalf of the entity, for the preparation and fair presentation of the
consolidated financial statements in accordance with New Zealand Equivalents to International
Financial Reporting Standards and International Financial Reporting Standards, and for such internal
control as the directors determine is necessary to enable the preparation of financial statements that
are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
In preparing the consolidated financial statements, the directors are responsible for assessing on
behalf of the entity the Group’s ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable,
matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless the directors
either intend to liquidate the Group or cease operations, or have no realistic alternative but to do so.
Auditor’s responsibilities for the audit of the 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 conducted in accordance with International Standards on Auditing
(New Zealand) will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from
fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably
be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these consolidated
financial statements.
A further description of the auditor’s responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements is
located at the External Reporting Board’s website: https://www.xrb.govt.nz/standards-for-assurance-
practitioners/auditors-responsibilities/audit-report-1/. This description forms part of our auditor’s
report.
The engagement partner on the audit resulting in this independent auditor’s report is Lloyd Bunyan.
Chartered Accountants
Auckland
26 February 2025
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A member firm of Ernst & Young Global Limited
In connection with our audit of the consolidated financial statements, our responsibility is to read the
other information and, in doing so, consider whether the other information is materially inconsistent
with the consolidated financial statements or our knowledge obtained during the audit, or otherwise
appears to be materially misstated.
If, based upon the work we have performed, 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.
Directors’ responsibilities for the financial statements
The directors are responsible, on behalf of the entity, for the preparation and fair presentation of the
consolidated financial statements in accordance with New Zealand Equivalents to International
Financial Reporting Standards and International Financial Reporting Standards, and for such internal
control as the directors determine is necessary to enable the preparation of financial statements that
are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
In preparing the consolidated financial statements, the directors are responsible for assessing on
behalf of the entity the Group’s ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable,
matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless the directors
either intend to liquidate the Group or cease operations, or have no realistic alternative but to do so.
Auditor’s responsibilities for the audit of the 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 conducted in accordance with International Standards on Auditing
(New Zealand) will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from
fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably
be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these consolidated
financial statements.
A further description of the auditor’s responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements is
located at the External Reporting Board’s website: https://www.xrb.govt.nz/standards-for-assurance-
practitioners/auditors-responsibilities/audit-report-1/. This description forms part of our auditor’s
report.
The engagement partner on the audit resulting in this independent auditor’s report is Lloyd Bunyan.
Chartered Accountants
Auckland
26 February 2025
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Glossary
Annualised Dividend Yield
Based on a dividend declared and annualised, and share price as at
31 December 2024
of $1.87 per share
CHI
Channel Infrastructure NZ Limited
CO
2
Carbon Dioxide
EBITDA or Reported EBITDA
Earnings before depreciation, impairment, conversion costs, net
finance costs and
income tax
EBITDA Margin
EBITDA divided by revenue from continuing activities
Free Cash Flow (FCF)
Calculated as net cash
flow from operating activities less payments for property, plant
and equipment with each of these items determined in accordance with GAAP
IPL
Independent Petroleum Laboratory Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Channel
Infr
astructure NZ Limited
Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate (LTIFR)
The sum of work-related injury cases per 200,000 hours worked, where the injured
person is deemed medically unfit for any work as a result of the injury
ML
Million litres
MT
Million tonnes
Net Debt
Calculated as total borrowings (bank,
fixed rate bonds and subordinated notes) less
cash and cash equivalents and excluding fair value adjustments
Normalised Free Cash Flow
Calculated as cash
flow from operations less maintenance capex (excluding conversion
costs and growth capex)
PPI
Producers Price Index
Total Recordable Case (TRC)
The number of lost time incidents, restricted work cases, medical treatment cases
and f
atalities
Total Recordable Case Frequency
Rate (TRCF)
The number of lost time incidents, restricted work cases, medical treatment cases and
f
atalities per 200,000 person hours worked
Tier 1 process safety event
An unplanned or uncontrolled release of any material, including non-toxic and non-
flammable,
from a process which results in one or more of the following: a Lost Time
Injury (LTI) and/or fatality; a fire or explosion resulting in greater than or equal to
$100,000 of direct cost to the Company; a release of material greater than the
threshold quantities given in Table 1 of API 754 in any one-hour period; an officially
declared community evacuation or community shelter-in-place
Tier 2 process safety event
An unplanned or uncontrolled release of any material, including non-toxic and non-
flammable,
from a process which results in one or more of the following: a recordable
injury; a fire or explosion resulting in greater than or equal to $2,500 of direct cost to the
Company; a release of material greater than the threshold
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Corporate Directory
Registered
Office
Marsden Point
Ruakākā
Chair
J B Miller (Independent Director)
Mailing Address
Private Bag 9024
Whangārei 0148
Telephone: +64 9 432 5100
Independent Directors
A J Bull (from
24 October 2024)
A Holmes
A M Molloy
V C M Stoddart
F J C Underhill (from 15 March 2024)
P A Zealand
Website
www.channelnz.com
Non-Independent Directors
A T Brewer
General Enquiries
corporate@channelnz.com
Investor Enquiries
investorrelations@channelnz.com
Chief Executive
Officer
R C Buchanan
Auditor
Ernst & Young
General Counsel & Company Secretary
C D Bougen
Bankers
ANZ Bank New Zealand Limited
ASB Bank Limited
Bank of New Zealand Limited
China Construction Bank (New Zealand) Limited
Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (New
Z
ealand) Limited
Westpac New Zealand Limited
Share Register
Computershare Investor Services Limited
Private Bag 92119
Auckland 1142
Telephone: +64 9 488 8777
enquiry@computershare.co.nz
Managing your shareholding online
To change your address, update your payment instructions and to view your registered details including
tr
ansactions, please visit: www.computershare.co.nz/investorcentre Please assist our registrar by quoting your CSN
or shareholder number.
Feedback
As always, we welcome your feedback on this report. Please send any comments or suggestions
t
o investorrelations@channelnz.com.
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Sustainability
Report 2024
Welcome to this report
Our reporting
Channel Infrastructure NZ Limited (Channel Infrastructure)
is pr
oud to present the company's 2024 environmental,
social, and governance (ESG) performance, which
comprise this Sustainability Report (report), the 2024
Annual Report, and its Governance Statement. These
documents form an integrated suite of reports and
should be read in conjunction with each other, and
where possible, we have drawn links between each. They
are all available for download at: www.channelnz.com,
alongside several underlying documents and policies
referred to throughout this report.
In this report, references to “Channel”, “Channel
Infr
astructure”, the “Company”, the “Group”, “we”, “us”
and “our” refer to Channel Infrastructure NZ Limited
(NZX:CHI), unless otherwise stated. All dollar figures are
in New Zealand (NZ) dollars unless otherwise stated.
This report
This report has been prepared in compliance with Part
7
A of the Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (FMCA
2013), The New Zealand External Reporting Board's (XRB)
Aotearoa New Zealand Climate Standards (NZ CS),
including the use of adoption provisions 2, 5, 6, and 7
applicable to second year reporting periods (refer to
Appendix 4- CRD disclosure index 100 for more details).
Channel Infrastructure is listed on the Main Board of
the NZX S
tock Exchange (NZX) as CHI and is subject
to regulatory control and monitoring by both the
NZX (through NZ RegCo) and the Financial Markets
Authority (FMA). This report has been prepared in
accordance with the NZX Corporate Governance Code
(refer to www.nzx.com) and references selected United
Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), where
relevant in Channel's circumstances.
A complete suite of Channel Infrastructure's governance
document
s can be publicly viewed at the “Investor
Centre” on our website (www.channelnz.com), which
includes detailed reporting against the NZX Corporate
Governance Code, board and committee governance
documents, and our suite of policies, including those
which go
vern our approach to ESG matters.
This Sustainability Report provides an updated overview
o
f our approach, progress and performance in relation to
material ESG issues. This report is provided for the benefit
of all our stakeholders as a clear and concise summary
of Channel Infrastructure's ESG performance during the
reporting period and our objectives for the year ahead.
The data presented in this report is unaudited, however
Channel has engaged EY t
o provide a reasonable
level of assurance over scope 1 and 2 Greenhouse
Gas (GHG) emissions and a limited level of assurance
over the scope 3 GHG emissions. A copy of EY’s
report on Channel’s GHG inventory report can be
found on page 78. This Sustainability Report also
contains forward-looking information, or forward-looking
statements. Please see “Forward-looking Information”,
Appendix 5- Forward looking statements on page 103
of this report.
Directors' statement
The Directors are pleased to present Channel
Infr
astructure NZ Limited’s Sustainability Report for the
year ended 31 December 2024. This report is dated
26 February 2025 and is signed on behalf of the Board by:
JB Miller
Chair of the Board
AM Molloy
Chair, Audit and
Finance Committee
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Contents
Introduction
5
2024 Performance Metrics6
Message from our Board and CEO7
ESG Framework
10
ESG Framework12
Our 2025 metrics and targets13
Our sustainability targets15
Governance
17
Board of Directors18
Management's role21
Our management system22
Reporting on risk23
Our reporting structure26
Strategy
28
Strategic Framework30
Our strategic progress31
Material issues35
Scenario analysis37
Business planning44
Climate change risks and opportunities
47
Climate-related risks and opportunities48
Activities supporting climate
change resilience
51
Our 2024 performance
55
Environment56
People & Community62
Governance & Finance70
Appendices
77
Appendix 1 - GHG emissions inventory
report FY24
78
Appendix 2 - Summary data tables95
Appendix 3 - Climate scenario data98
Appendix 4- CRD disclosure index100
Appendix 5- Forward looking statements103
Appendix 6-
Definitions and abbreviations104
Directory107
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Introduction
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2024 Performance Metrics
For year ended 31 December 2024
TRCF
1
2.0
Safely home
everyday
Long-term
renewable electricity
Agreement effective from Jan-24
Marsden Point Energy
Precinct Concept
Channel supporting the energy transition through
potential lower-carbon future fuels manufacture
and biorefinery at the Marsden Point site
~50ML
Of redundant tank capacity
contracted for conversion
TCO
2
E
963
Total Scope 1 & 2
emissions in FY24
2024
Scope 3 emissions
reported
Zero
Tier 1 and Tier 2
process safety
incidents
1
Total Recordable Case Frequency
36%
Of the workforce identify
as female (2023:32%)
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Message from our Board and CEO
Welcome to Channel Infrastructure’s
2
024 Sustainability Report.
Our 2023 Sustainability Report represented a year of
firsts,
and this year, we are proud to present a report that
demonstrates significant progress on the delivery of our
Company strategy. At the same time, with transition and
climate issues being a core part of our business decision
making, it is pleasing that we can continue to report
to shareholders our progress in upholding our company
priorities in such areas as our environmental performance,
and commitment to being a good employer for our
people and neighbour for our Northland community.
Focus on world-class
Channel’s vision is to be a world-class energy
infr
astructure company, delivering resilient infrastructure
solutions to meet changing fuel and energy needs. For us,
world-class is not only a core part of our company vision,
but is the mechanism through which we plan to deliver on
our commitments to our shareholders, customers, people,
and community.
Our world-class ambition will help us to unlock a number
o
f growth opportunities across all three pillars of our
Company strategy, articulated on page 30, while at
the same time providing resilient infrastructure for New
Zealand. World-class recognises that our customers
operate globally and interact with import terminal
businesses all over the world, so they know what good
looks like. To achieve their trust and confidence to allow
us to grow, we must become world-class operators of our
highly strategic infrastructure.
During 2024, with the support of our fantastic team, we
achie
ved a number of milestones in our pursuit of world-
class. In setting ourselves ambitious targets, we have
been able to strategically plan for the management of
our infrastructure and assets, implement new processes
and systems to drive for greater efficiencies, and focus
on upskilling our people and improving our employee
engagement score. Shareholders can read more about
our achievement on all these metrics throughout this
report. A tangible example of achieving world-class in
2024 was the significant investment the company made
to upgrade our fire-fighting systems to new automated,
modern systems which now enable us to respond even
more quickly in the event of an on-site fire. Using world-
class automated technology means we can now respond
quickly, and in a way that reduces our reliance on people
in harmful situations and increases our ability to keep
them safe.
Delivering safe operations
As a high-hazard site, we remain committed to delivering
s
afe operations so that we can get ‘everyone safely
home, every day’. Operating a safe workplace is
foundational to the way we operate and to our ambition
to be a world-class operator of our infrastructure.
In 2024, shareholders may note an increase in reporting
o
f onsite incidents. It has been a priority of our
management team that every incident, or near-miss, is
reported so that we can focus on learning from every
situation, and preventing incidents in the future. A
demonstration of this commitment comes at the start
of every Leadership team meeting, when a safety share
is discussed, to encourage learning across the business
about keeping our people and contractors on our site
safe. In 2024, we undertook an extensive review of
how we work with our contractors on site, and have
implemented new processes which enable them to take
more accountability for a safe working environment. Not
only has this reduced Channel staff time in support of
our contr
actors, but we have empowered our critical
contractor workforce to take responsibility for their
workfronts within our site.
Underpinning resilience and
s
upporting decarbonisation
Resilience in the energy supply chain is critical for New
Z
ealand, and Channel has a key role to play in delivering
resilient infrastructure solutions to meet changing fuel
and energy needs. In practice, that means delivering for
our customers who rely on us to receive their products
– both fuel, and soon, bitumen – that New Zealand
needs to keep moving and ensuring our infrastructure
is available to help support the decarbonisation of
New Zealand. It was great news for the Company that
the Government has recognised Channel’s importance
to New Zealand with its strong endorsement for the
Marsden Point Energy Precinct, which they described
as being at the heart of a bold vision to boost New
Zealand’s fuel and energy security.
The Marsden Point Energy Precinct Concept, focuses on
our gr
owth from Marsden Point and is core to our plans
to help underpin New Zealand's fuel and energy security
and resilience. Released to shareholders in October
2024, this concept outlines how, with c. 350 million litres
of tank capacity, and 120 hectares of land, we see
great potential in a strategic approach to utilising our
land to the benefit of New Zealand. Fr
om increased
fuels storage, exploring the possibility of establishing
manufacturing of lower-carbon future fuels, as well as
enabling the import of crucial products such as bitumen,
Channel has a key role to play to keep New Zealand
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moving and supporting its decarbonisation. Fur
ther,
the company has outlined additional opportunities that
would not only benefit New Zealand, but continue
to support shareholder returns, such as the possible
location of an electricity peaker on our site to reinforce
the electricity network in future ‘dry years’ and as
the electricity system builds further capacity to enable
transition to 100% renewables over the longer-term.
Good for Northland and New Zealand
It has long been our company commitment to be a
good neighbour
, and good citizen. As a company, we
value the strong and enduring relationships we have
with our local Northland Community, Iwi partners, and
central and local government. The Channel Board
firmly believes that what we do has a positive impact
on Northland – from regional investment, local jobs,
and economic development, through to our community
sponsorship programme. Over the course of 2024 we
announced three new growth projects that, together,
will see us invest a total of between $55 million and
$66 million, with a significant number of jobs for the local
region during the construction phase. As we continue to
execute on delivery of the Marsden Point Energy Precinct
Concept, Channel will further our meaningful contribution
to the region.
It is a source of great pride for our team that we
hav
e a positive working relationship with ahi kaa
of poupouwhenua (Marsden Point), Patuharakeke, and
in 2025, in partnership with our neighbours Marsden
Maritime Holdings, we are looking forward to welcoming
the first Iwi-affiliated intern to the Channel whānau.
Our climate reporting process
The decarbonisation of the New Zealand fuels supply
chain pr
esents a long-term opportunity for Channel
Infrastructure under a range of climate change
scenarios. In 2023, we undertook extensive modelling
work to determine the risks, and opportunities for our
business. In 2024, we reaffirmed this modelling, and
completed a detailed climate-change modelling and
assessment to understand the potential physical impacts
to the Marsden Point to Auckland Pipeline from climate
change. In addition, we have measured and reported
our Scope 3, or indirect emissions. Our Greenhouse
gas (GHG) emissions inventory report can be found at
Appendix 1 on page 78 of this report.
As we look back at all that your company has delivered
in 2
024, we reiterate the comments made in last year’s
report – we are looking to our future with confidence:
confidence in the way we operate as a good corporate
citizen with ESG matters a core part of our decision
making, and confidence
that we have the right strategy
in place to continue delivering for our shareholders,
customers, community, and New Zealand.
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ESG
Framework
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OUR PURPOSE
Delivering resilient infrastructure
solutions to meet changing fuel
and energy needs
A MORE SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
We are committed to caring for our people,
the environment and the community in
which we operate, focusing on sustainable
practices to improve environmental, social
and governance performance, delivering
for all stakeholders.
OUR VALUES
One Team
Innovation
Honesty
Care
ESG Framework
ESG Pillar, Objectives and SDG Alignment
OUR VISION
World-class energy
infrastructure
company
ENVIRONMENT
MATERIAL ISSUESMATERIAL ISSUESMATERIAL ISSUES
PEOPLE & COMMUNITYGOVERNANCE & FINANCE
Protect the environment in which
we operate
Reduce our carbon footprint and build
resilience to climate change risks
Responsibly contribute to achieving
NZ’s decarbonisation goals
Climate change
Land, waste & water
Health, safety & wellbeing
Iwi & community partnerships
Equity, diversity & inclusion
Infrastructure resilience
and security of supply
Asset & lifecycle management
Transparency & financial discipline
Everyone “safely home, everyday”
B
e a good neighbour and corporate
citizen, including contributing to regional
development
Partner with local iwi, mana whenua
and community in impactful ways
Attract, support, and maintain a diverse
workforce and a healthy working culture
Open and transparent reporting
Disciplined capital management
Support our customers to provide a
resilient fuel and energy supply chain
for New Zealand
Operate our critical infrastructure
safely and reliably
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STRATEGIC
PILLARGOALMEASURE
2023
ACHIEVED
2024
TARGET
2024
ACHIEVED
2025
TARGET
Net Zero
Scope 1 and
2 by 2030
Scope 1 and 2
emissions
4,037
tCO
2
e
50%
lower
70%
lower
1
Protect our
environment
Tier 1 and 2
process safety
incidents
1ZeroZero
Safely home
everyday
Lost time
injuries
ZeroZeroZero
Diverse and
engaged
team
Employee
engagement
score
*+4
change
Maintain
Meaningful
relationships
Customer
assessment
*+10%+5%
Reliable
infrastructure
Pipeline
availability
98.6%> 98%>98%
Supply
resilience
Contract
new storage
volume
280
million
litres
+10%N/A
Contracted
new revenues
including through
contracted
storage and
potential lease
revenues
N/AN/A N/A+10%
2
Financial
discipline
Deliver plan
and meet
EBITDA
guidance
Delivered
above
guidance
EBITDA
EBITDA
guidance
$92 to
$96 million
EBITDA
guidance
$89-$94
million
People and
Community
Governance
and Finance
Environment
NZ’s infrastructure partner of choice
Grow through supporting the energy transition
More sustainable future
Our 2025 metrics and targets
1
Lower than the 2023 baseline of 4036 tCO
2
e
2
On FY24
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Progress towards our metrics
and t
argets
Net Zero Scope 1 and 2 by 2030
We are committed to maintaining a high standard of
en
vironmental performance and to reducing our impact
on the environment in which we operate. In 2022, Channel
set itself the ambitious target to achieve net zero Scope 1
and 2 emissions by 2030.
The Company's Greenhouse Gas Emissions (scope 1
and 2) hav
e reduced considerably to 963 tCO2e in
2024 (4,037 tCO2e in 2023). The significant decrease
compared to prior year primarily relates to the long-
term renewable electricity contract and changes in
activities onsite, specifically in 2023 a significant number
of decommissioning projects were in progress. The
Company remains on track to achieve net zero scope 1
and 2 emissions by 2030. Our emissions reduction plan
relies on the use of Energy Attribute Certificates (EAC's)
issued by the New Zealand Energy Certificate System,
operational improvements, and the use of high-quality
offsets
where emissions reductions are not possible. If
the EAC mechanism ceases the Company will consider
how it can validate whether the electricity it uses in its
operations is generated from renewable sources. The
Company's scope 1 and 2 emissions are subject to
independent assurance (refer to Appendix 1 ).
Channel recognises that the fuel and transport sector
significantly
contributes to climate change and our
infrastructure continues to distribute refined oil products.
The Company remains committed to supporting the
reduction of emissions within the fuels supply chain.
Our large storage capacity at Marsden Point is able to
support larger shipping vessels, providing opportunity for
emissions efficiency of delivered fuel and lower upstream
emissions intensity, and via our Pipeline, we provide
our customers with the lowest emissions delivery of
fuel to Auckland. The Marsden Point Energy Precinct
Concept also provides opportunities for lower-carbon
fuels manufacture to support the transition from refined
oil products over time.
Protect our environment
Maintaining safe and reliable terminal operations is at
the cor
e of our business. During 2024 we recorded zero
American Petroleum Institute (API) Tier 1 or Tier 2 process
safety incidents (one API Tier 1 Incident 2023).
Safely home everyday
Our commitment is to get ‘Everyone Safely Home, Every
Day’ and activ
ely value and protect the health and
safety of all those who come to our site, be they
permanent employees, contractors, or visitors.
A lost time injury is defined as an occupational injury that
r
esults in the loss of productive work time. We proudly
report zero Lost Time Injuries for both 2024 and 2023.
Diverse and engaged team
Through our "Your Voice" survey we engage with our
emplo
yees on topics such as culture, engagement,
strategy, safety, and careers. At Channel we see
employee engagement as a measure of the investment
of our people in the Company’s strategy and direction.
Channel reported a +5 percentage point lift in employee
engagement from 2023 and +26 percentage point
lift since conversion to an import terminal in April
2022. Our most recent engagement survey had a 99%
participation rate.
Meaningful relationships
We remain focused on our customer's needs. A significant
improvement versus the prior year was achieved
thr
ough more focus on customer satisfaction through
creating supply chain efficiencies, such as reducing ship
alongside time.
Reliable infrastructure
Pipeline availability is calculated as pipeline
av
ailable hours divided by the total hours in the
period and continues to operate at world-class
benchmark standards.
Supply resilience
Channel signed three new storage contracts throughout
2
024, with ~50 million litres of previously redundant
capacity to be converted to in-service storage.
We continue to support our customers to achieve
resilience in their fuels supply chain and to meet
their obligations under the incoming minimum fuel
stockholding obligations.
Financial discipline
Channel continues to exercise financial
discipline and
deliver within the guidance range provided to the market.
Importantly, the Group continues to deliver against all
financial metrics.
Channel has clear investment criteria for all growth
oppor
tunities in that it only invests in projects that
generate returns above our Weighted Average Cost of
Capital and underpinned by contracted revenues. From
a risk management perspective, Channel will invest to
mitigate risks (including climate related), in line with our
risk tolerances.
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Our sustainability targets
In addition to the targets set for 2025 included in our Company Scorecard and presented on page 13, Channel has
commit
ted to the following longer-dated sustainability focused targets. These ambitious targets ensure we continue to
focus on improving our ESG performance over time.
Channel’s strategy includes a
significant growth ambition. Over the course of 2024 the company announced three new
growth projects – the transmix project, Z Energy jet storage project and the construction of a bitumen terminal for
Higgins. Channel continues to pursue additional infill storage opportunities at Marsden Point. The 2024 growth projects
and any additional infill storage opportunities require significant investment in capital works and have an 18-month
to three year development horizon. This means that as these projects are delivered, Channel’s emissions are likely to
increase before decreasing again as construction completes. Channel’s emissions intensity will also be impacted until
the revenues associated with the growth projects commences as the projects are brought into service. Channel is also
working with a number of parties on projects within the recently released Marsden Point Energy Precinct Concept and
continues to look for growth opportunities outside Marsden Point in the form of acquisitions of terminals infrastructure.
These further growth prospects will bring with them significant opportunities but will also have an impact on Channel’s
emissions profile. In this context, Channel is committed to the targets articulated below but will need to keep these
under review as growth is delivered.
FOCUS AREATARGETPROGRESS TO DATE
Gender
R
epresentation
At least 40/40/20
gender representation
1
Females represented 47% of all new
recruitment in 2024
Refocused talent search process
ens
uring diverse talent seen on
both sides of the interview table
Net Zero
Net Zero Scope 1 and 2 emissions
b
y 2030
Scope 1 and 2 emissions have
reduced to 963 tCO
2
e
Decommissioning of crude oil
s
torage tanks and sludge handling
unit, projects currently underway
Renewable electricity purchased
fr
om 1 Jan-24 via Energy Attribute
Certificates (EAC's)
Legacy
h
ydrocarbon
plume
10% reduction in legacy hydrocarbon
plume over 5 years from 2024
151 groundwater wells monitored
onsite, including two hydrocarbon
recovery wells
Funding provided for the ongoing
oper
ation of the containment
system and groundwater
recovery program
1
Channel is committing to working towards the representation principle of 40% female / 40% male / 20% any gender across permanent workforce.
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Governance
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Board of Directors
Channel Infrastructure takes its role as a responsible operator
s
eriously. We have many governance measures and structures in
place to identify, manage and respond to environmental, social
and governance issues effectively, so that we can continue to
operate in a more sustainable and responsible manner.
Channel Infrastructure's Corporate Governance
fr
amework, as depicted on page 19 , sets out our
governance practices and processes, the delegations
from our Board to management, and the structure
and focus of our Board committees. Our Board reviews
and approves the environmental, social and governance
strategy and policies of the Company, including in
relation to sustainability impacts and responding to the
risks, impacts and opportunities of climate change.
Our Board is committed to growing expertise and
compe
tency for oversight of climate-related risks and
opportunities and, in conjunction with building our
Board and management understanding of general
environmental, social, and governance matters, we
continue to keep our Board skills matrix under review,
to identify the collective skills, competencies and
experience required of our Board to deliver on Channel
Infrastructure's strategy. In addition, in 2024 our Board
undertook training to gain further insights on climate-
related disclosures and sustainability reporting.
For further information, please refer to the
2
025 Governance Statement available on the
company's website
www.channelnz.com
.
Director spotlight: Sustainability and
climat
e change
Felicity Underhill
Independent Director
Appointed
15 March 2024
Felicity is highly experienced in the energy and future
fuels sectors, and was one of the early movers
working on energy transition challenges and projects
across the Asia Pacific region. After an early career
at Shell, she has held senior roles as GM Future
Fuels at Origin Energy and Director, East Australia and
New Zealand for Fortescue. She was Deputy Chair
of the Australian Hydrogen Council, Australia's leading
hydrogen industry association, until late 2023. She is
on the board of Australian renewables platform, Intera
Renewables, and in December 2024 was appointed as a
Commissioner on the board of the New Zealand Climate
Change Commission.
Felicity says:
“I am passionate about energy and capturing the
oppor
tunities that are coming as the world collectively
seeks to decarbonise and transition to alternative
energy sources. I am pleased to be able to draw
on my experience in this sector from around the
globe to support the Channel Infrastructure board and
management as we navigate these opportunities.”
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The Board
Is responsible for overseeing
the performance and operations
of the Company
Board Committees
Assist the Board to discharge
its responsibilities in relation to:
CLIMATE
WORKING
GROUP
Comprised of
senior leaders
and subject
matter experts,
responsible
for providing
a corporate
representation
of climate-related
risks, impacts,
and opportunities
to the Board,
by consolidating
inputs from each
sub-committee.
The CEO is
responsible for
instilling a culture
that aligns with
Channel’s values
Management under
the leadership of the CEO
Are responsible for delivering the strategic direction
and goals approved by the Board
Channel Infrastructure’s
Management System
Company policies, operating procedures,
including the risk appeitite and the Risk Management Framework
PEOPLE
& CULTURE
Oversees
remuneration
framework,
people and
culture strategies
including diversity
and inclusion
and community
engagement
AUDIT &
FINANCE
COMMITTEE
Oversees risk
management
framework, internal
audit, financial
reporting and
the integrity of
our sustainability
reporting
HEALTH, SAFETY,
ENVIRONMENT
& OPERATIONS
Oversees the
environmental
aspects of
sustainability as well
as health, safety
and operational
quality
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Governance of sustainability and
climat
e change
The direction and oversight of sustainability and climate
change is delegat
ed to three sub-committees, reflecting
the particular subject matter. The respective roles of the
Board, its committees and management (the Corporate
Lead Team) are set out in the Board and relevant
committees’ charters. Committees annually evaluate
their own performance, processes and procedures
against their charter obligations, to assist the Board
in effectively fulfilling its role and meeting its duties.
The Board also periodically reviews its own performance
as a board. A third-party independent organisation
undertakes an evaluation of the Board performance
on an approximately bi-yearly basis, with the next
evaluation to be undertaken in Q1 of 2025.
Audit & Finance Committee (AFC)
The AFC reviews our corporate
financial matters,
including reporting and treasury risk management.
This includes reviewing all proposed external financial
reporting, taking into account the financial impacts
(both current and anticipated) of reasonably expected
climate-related risks and opportunities, and reviewing
the annual assurance of greenhouse gas emissions
prepared by a third-party assurance provider in
consultation with management.
In FY24, the AFC reviewed the Company’s 2023
Sus
tainability Report, incorporating our first disclosures
prepared by the Company in accordance with the
Aotearoa New Zealand Climate Standards.
Health, Safety, Environment & Operations
C
ommittee (HSEO)
The HSEO Committee continuously reviews and manages
our Health, S
afety, Environment, and Operations risks
and responsibilities. Meetings between management and
the HSEO Committee provides oversight and feedback
of information and that includes a deep dive on the
non-financial climate-related risks to, and of, Channel's
business, their impacts and associated opportunities
where relevant, on an annual basis.
In FY24, the HSEO Committee reviewed the initial findings
of a comprehensive climate change impact assessment
o
f the Marsden Point to Auckland Pipeline, including
initial recommendations relating to management of
climate-related risks. The HSEO Committee also reviewed
onsite environmental risks at Marsden Point, including
groundwater and hydrocarbon plume risk management
and the company’s hazardous substances handling
procedures (including an independent audit by an
external expert consultancy).
People & Culture Committee (P&C)
The People & Culture Committee reviews our company's
P
eople Strategy, our talent development strategy and
succession planning processes (including succession
planning for executive roles), culture, pay equity, diversity
and inclusiveness initiatives.
Climate Working Group (CWG)
A Climate Working Group comprising of senior leaders
and s
ubject matter experts within the company was
established in 2024, and met four times during the
year. The CWG is responsible for providing a corporate
representation of climate-related risks, impacts, and
opportunities to the Board, by consolidating inputs from
each sub-committee for consideration by the full Board.
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Management's role
Channel Infrastructure's management closely considers climate
change and s
ustainability issues in the ongoing management of
the company.
Chief Executive
Officer
General Counsel &
Company Secretary
Business
Development
Manager
General Manager
- IPL
Chief
Financial Officer
General Manager
– Operations
Climate change and responsibilities
The primary point of responsibility for sustainability and
climat
e change within the Corporate Lead Team is the
Chief Executive Officer, and additional climate change,
sustainability, and management of people responsibilities
are held by the Chief Financial Officer and General
Manager - Operations. These positions are also members
of our Climate Working Group (CWG). Each of these
positions requires an understanding and oversight of
climate-related risks and opportunities.
At the operational level, the Company's General
Manager - Oper
ations and supporting team
members oversee ongoing activities on-site, including
environmental and climate-related issues such as
identifying and implementing opportunities for
efficiency
gains through minimising fuel and electricity usage, and
appropriate responses to extreme weather events.
Remuneration links to
climat
e performance
Our remuneration policy allows for the setting of climate-
r
elated key performance metrics, which are reviewed
annually. We acknowledge the consideration of climate-
linked performance and remuneration within our People
and Culture Committee Charter.
Our CEO's 2024 Key Performance Indicator's (KPI's)
included perf
ormance metrics relating to progress on
sustainable aviation fuel, delivery of a plan for the
repurposing of Marsden Point, and exploration of options
for the company to generate EBITDA in future years that
is unrelated to conventional fuels infrastructure and are
consistent with the company’s refreshed strategy. These
performance metrics are aligned with the strategic pillar
of Supporting the Energy Transition.
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Our management system
The management system applies to all of Channel's people and
e
stablishes the requirements for how we do business across our
operations and support teams.
It is designed to protect our people, the community,
the en
vironment, and the economic value of our
assets, operations and activities. The Management
System comprises:
• Policies and Code of Conduct www.channelnz.com/
who-we-are/corporate-governance/
• Management processes explaining the minimum
standards of “what” the business must achieve
• Procedures, technical standards, processes and tools
(f
orms and records) explaining the expectations
and practices for “how” business activities should
be undertaken.
Company
-wide
Policies
Management
Processes
(High level description
of key processes)
Procedures
(Methods on how to operate
and control processes)
Forms, Records, Training Materials
Accountable Managers
Leadership Team
Approvals
CEO, Board
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Reporting on risk
The Channel Infrastructure Board is responsible for reviewing
and managing ent
erprise risk, including those related to climate
change. Day-to-day risk management is delegated to the
Chief Executive Officer, with risk assessments conducted by the
Corporate Lead Team facilitated by the Financial Controller.
The frequency of risk assessments and review and the
pr
ocess for escalation is outlined on the next page. Risks
are assessed through Channel's Risk Assessment Matrix
which assesses the likelihood of the event occurring and
the impact on the business should it occur, to produce
a total "risk rating" that is either low, moderate, high
or critical.
Channel Infrastructure uses the “three lines of defence”
model t
o coordinate its approach to risk and
assurance. The model, set out on page 25, focuses on
managing material risks, including environmental, social,
governance and climate risks, at the strategic, tactical
and operational levels.
The increasing importance of regular oversight of
climat
e-related matters is acknowledged and is now
assessed by the Board on a twice-yearly basis, as part
of our existing enterprise risk management schedule.
Climate-related risks and opportunities are embedded
within our e
xisting enterprise risk management
framework. In 2023, with the introduction of the Aotearoa
Ne
w Zealand Climate Standards, Channel Infrastructure
completed a physical and transition risk assessment,
in conjunction with an impacts and opportunities
assessment to further consider climate-related risks to
Channel Infrastructure's operations and people. In 2024,
we reaffirmed this modelling, updating as necessary
and completed detailed climate-change modelling and
assessment to understand the potential physical impacts
to the Pipeline from climate change.
Climate-related risks and opportunities have been
cons
idered across three future time horizons:
• Short-term to 2030
• Medium term to 2050, and Long-term to 2100.
The short-term horizon broadly aligns with the existing
T
erminal Services Agreements that we have in place with
our customers. The medium and long-term horizons align
with Channel's longer term strategic planning and the
lives of significant infrastructure assets.
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Risk Management Governance; review and escalation
Corporate Leadership Team
Action parties and owners
(risk-specific)
Critical
High
Risk Rating Escalation Trigger
Moderate
Low
Board of Directors
OVERSIGHT
Half-yearly risk management
progress reports
ENTERPRISE LEVEL
Quarterly risk management
review
RISK REGISTER
& ACTION DATABASE
Real time action
management tracking
OPERATIONAL LEVEL
Every two months risk
management review
Enterprise Risk Management Oversight
Owner - Chief Financial Officer
Enterprise Risk Management Oversight
Owner - Chief Financial Officer
Operations
General Manager
- Operations
Projects
General Manager -
Operations
Regulatory
General Counsel
Finance
Chief Financial
Officer
Commercial
Business
Development
Manager
People & Stakeholders
Chief Financial Officer
/General Counsel
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Three lines of defence model
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
CORPORATE LEAD TEAM
1st Line
of Defence
Day-to-day risk
management
and control
2nd Line
of Defence
Function that oversees risk
3rd Line
of Defence
Independent assurance
LINE MANAGEMENT
• Functions that
own and manage
risks directly
•
R
esponsible
for maintaining
effective internal
controls, executing
risk and control
procedures and
ensuring compliance
on a day-to-day
basis
• Identifies, assesses,
controls and
mitigates risk
RISK AND COMPLIANCE
• Functions that facilitate
and monitor the
implementation of effective
risk management and
compliance practices
• Works with the Line
Managers to identify
and monitor new and
emerging risks
• Ensures the enterprise
risk model is
effectively deployed
• Reports primarily to the
Corporate Lead Team and
the Audit and Finance and
Health, Safety, Environment
and Operations Committees
INDEPENDENT
ASSSURANCE
• Functions that
provide independent
assurance that risk
management is
working effectively
•
R
eports to Audit and
Finance and Health,
Safety, Environment
and Operations
Committees
ENTERPRISE RISK
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Our reporting structure
Channel Infrastructure's management closely considers climate
change i
ssues in ongoing optimisation of financial and
operational performance, as well as planning for future growth
and diversification of the Company's business through the
decarbonisation of New Zealand's economy.
The climate-related risks
identified through our enterprise
risk management system include mitigants and controls
that are reviewed and approved by the Corporate Lead
Team and then sent to the Board for endorsement.
The Corporate Lead Team is responsible for proposing
targets to the Board and then achieving those that
are approved. The Corporate Lead Team approves
the portfolio of climate change programmes to
achieve targets and assigns management accountability
for implementation. This includes the day- to-
day responsibility for implementing the Company's
commitments to addressing climate change.
The Company has an integrated approach to business
planning and ris
k management in place, as shown below.
ANNUALLYSIX MONTHLYMONTHLY
Strategic
Framework
& Risk Appetite
Actions
& Improvement
Plans
Budget &
Business Plan
Annual
Company
Scorecard
Enterprise
Risk Review
+ Board approves
Strategic
Framework & Risk
Appetite for the
Company
+
Management
develops and
Board approves
Budget &
Business Plan
+ Management
identify risks/
opportunities to
delivery of plan
+ Board approves
Annual Company
Scorecard
+ Management
& Board review
enterprise risks
and controls
+
Management
reviews delivery
against
business plan
+ Management
reviews risk
control actions
and identifies
any new risks /
opportunities
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Strategy
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World-class energy
infrastructure
company
Delivering resilient
infrastructure solutions
to meet changing fuel
and energy needs
Our strategic
framework
Our Vision
Our Purpose
Our Strategic Priorities
New Zealand’s Infrastructure
Partner of Choice
Grow through supporting
the Energy Transition
More sustainable future
World-class
Operator
Grow from
the Core
Disciplined
Capital
Management
Strong safety
systems and
culture
Resilient
infrastructure
Long-term asset
management
Customer
focused
Brownfield
opportunities
at Marsden Point
Consolidator
of fuels
infrastructure
Supply chain
optimisation for
our customers
Target credit
metrics
consistent with
a BBB+ shadow
credit rating
Deliver above
WACC returns
Cost
management
Stable dividends
People and
capability
development
Future focused
Continuous
Improvement
Adaptive
Repurposing
Marsden Point
Support
transition of
aviation to lower
carbon fuels
Marsden Point
Energy Precinct
Reducing
environmental
impacts
Community
engagement
and iwi relations
Just transition
Transparency
and disclosure
High
Performance
Culture
Support
Energy
Transition
Good
Neighbour,
Good Citizen
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Our strategic progress
Channel’s strategy is to become a world-class energy
infr
astructure company. This aligns with the company’s vision
to deliver resilient infrastructure solutions to meet changing fuel
and energy needs. 2024 has been a year of significant execution
against our strategy with strong progress made in all areas.
New Zealand’s Infrastructure Partner
o
f Choice
We continue to make strong progress against our world-
clas
s benchmarks with asset availability at best-in-class
levels across the year. We have also seen a significant
lift in our people’s engagement which has increased five
percentage points over the year and 26 percentage
points since conversion to an import terminal. Our
relationships with our customers are critical to being an
infrastructure partner of choice and we have seen their
assessment of our performance improve.
Grow through supporting the
ener
gy transition
Channel has delivered three new growth projects over
the cour
se of 2024 including a seven-year contract to
enable the storage and export of transmix (announced
May 2024), a 10-year jet fuel storage contract with
Z Energy (announced August 2024) and a contract
to develop a bitumen import terminal for Higgins,
a subsidiary of Fletcher Building Limited, (announced
November 2024). Channel expects to deliver from these
three contracts an estimated ~$120 million (before
PPI indexation) in incremental revenue over a 15 year
period for an investment of between $55-66 million of
incremental growth capital expenditure.
In October 2024 Channel released the Marsden Point
Ener
gy Precinct Concept which is outlined in further
detail on page 32. Our vision for the future potential of
our site is an exciting demonstration of our ambition to
support New Zealand and increase jobs and investment
in our region.
More sustainable future
We are committed to being a good neighbour, and
good citiz
en and are proud to have set and achieved a
significant reduction in our scope 1 and scope 2 emissions
across 2024, lowering these by 76%
1
to 963 tCO
2
e. Channel
remains among the lowest emitters on the NZX50
2
.
In addition to our environmental and social sustainability,
Channel’
s financial sustainability is critical to delivery of
our ESG goals and Company strategy. Channel’s capital
management framework is to pay 60-70% of normalised
free cash flow as a dividend, and maintain credit metrics
cons
istent with a shadow BBB+ credit rating. Channel
is also focused on delivering growth opportunities with
contracted returns above our weighted average cost of
capital. Following a year of significant delivery against
our growth ambition with the addition of three new
growth projects to our site, the Company raised an
additional $50 million to fund the growth opportunities
and position Channel to execute on further on-strategy
growth opportunities should they eventuate. Channel’s
net debt to EBITDA as at 31 December 2024 was 3.1.
1
Reduction In Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions achieved through the long-term electricity contract, reduction in diesel usage and removal of residual
crude oil fr
om storage.
2
Comparing reported scope 1 and scope 2 emissions.
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Facilitating the energy transition from the
Mar
sden Point Energy Precinct
It is a key part of our Company strategy to grow from the
cor
e, and support New Zealand’s energy transition. The
Marsden Point Energy Precinct Concept outlines how
the Company can maximise the value from our highly
strategic site to play a significant role in supporting New
Zealand’s energy transition.
The range of potential opportunities include additional
s
torage, lower-carbon future fuels manufacture, as well
as a range of energy security projects such as electricity
firming, importation and storage opportunities.
Flow Battery
Gas/Diesel
Peaker
MCH, Ammonia imports & other products
Floating LNG Receipt & Gasification
Services for SAF Manufacture
SAF Manufacture
(Phase 1)
Bitumen Terminal
Biofuels Manufacture
SAF Manufacture Expansion
(Phase 2)
IPL
Public Access
(Mair Road)
Stormwater Retention Basin
Truck Loading Facility
(Leased to WOSL
1
)
Lease
(to Long-term Tenant)
Transpower, Northpower
Diesel/Biofuels Compound
(120
Million Litres Capacity)
Jet/SAF Compound
(120 Million Litres Capacity -
45 Million Litres in Service)
Jetties
Owned by Others
Current Facility
Leased to Third Parties
Additional Storage Opportunities
Future Fuels Manufacturing Opportunities
Energy Security Opportunities
Marsden Point Energy
Precinct Concept
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In October 2024, Channel announced that Seadra
Ener
gy Inc, and it's partners Qantas, Renova Inc,
Kent Plc, and ANZ, would be investigating the
repurposing of Channel’s decommissioned assets from
the hydrocracking complex, as well as newly constructed
plant for a potential biorefinery project. Channel has
entered into a Project Development agreement which
contemplates the acquisition of some of Channel's
decommissioned refinery equipment and the lease of
approximately 18-20 hectares of land at Marsden Point
for total annual revenue of $6-7 million over 25 years.
The proposed biorefinery project is another example of
the many and varied potential opportunities we see to
develop Marsden Point as an Energy Precinct for New
Zealand over the long term. We expect the consortium to
reach a decision on whether to proceed with this project
in the second half of this year.
Fats, oils and greases
Forest residue
Sawmill residue
Agricultural residues
Municipal solid waste
Fischer Tropsch
Alcohol-to-jet
Hydro-processed
Esters and Fatty Acids
Typical
Feedstocks
Typical
Processes
Biofuels
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Enabling the decarbonisation of fuels
Given the critical role that Channel plays within the
s
upply chain for New Zealand’s aviation gateway,
Auckland International Airport, our infrastructure will have
a long-term role to play in enabling the decarbonisation
of the aviation industry in New Zealand.
Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is chemically largely
indis
tinguishable from fossil jet fuel. There are different
ways of manufacturing SAF, which can be broadly
grouped into two classes; biogenic SAF and synthetic
SAF (or eSAF). It is expected that both types of SAF will
be needed in the future to meet the decarbonisation
objectives of the aviation sector.
As part of our Marsden Point Energy Precinct Concept,
w
e continue to work with Fortescue to evaluate the
potential to produce synthetic SAF at Marsden Point.
The pr
oject with Fortescue would utilise Channel's land,
tanks and existing pipeline to Auckland to potentially
manufacture 60 million litres per year of eSAF at a
300MW production facility. The eSAF that would be
produced annually is equivalent to the amount of fuel
used by approximately 20,000 flights by any airline from
Auckland to Wellington, or 500 flights from Auckland
to Los Angeles. Fortescue's proposed production facility
would use electrolysers to produce 35,000 tonnes per
year of green hydrogen (from sustainable water sources
and renewable electricity) combined with carbon dioxide,
and utilise a Fisher-Tropsch process to produce eSAF.
New renewable electricity generation projects would
be developed with a range of partners to provide the
power required.
FEEDSTOCKPROCESS
Renewable
Electricity
Hydrogen
Production
Fisher
Tropsch
Refining
e-SAF
Other
by-products
Water
H
2
O
CO
2
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Material issues
Material issues are those issues that matter most to our
s
takeholders and the Company. These issues inform our approach
to ESG risk management, performance and reporting.
Material issues are integrated into our thinking and
reflected in our strategic framework. In 2024, we undertook a high-
level assessment of the company’s current material issues so that these remained fit-for-purpose for the company as
we look to the future and believe these material issues best represent the impactful issues for stakeholders . The chart
below outlines those issues.
Regulation & Policy
Circularity
Iwi
partnerships
Health
and Safety
Contribution to
regional economy
Employees EDNI
Transparency
& disclosure
GHG emissions
Human rights &
community relations
E
cological
impacts
Water & wastewater
management
Physical impacts
of climate change
Business model
resilience
(infrastructure)
Security &
quality of supply
Asset & lifecycle
management
Infrastructure
resilience
Impact to Channel Infrastructure
Impact from Channel Infrastructure
Environmental performancePeople & communityGovernance & financial performance
The Company’s ESG framework is embedded into the company’s strategy and our ESG metrics identified on page 13
form the basis of the company scorecard and are aligned with the material issues identified. The company scorecard
is r
eported monthly to the Corporate Lead Team (CLT) and Board as part of the monthly performance report.
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In addition to the company scorecard, detailed KPI’s relating to health and safety, environmental performance, process
s
afety and product quality are tracked monthly and reported to the HSEO quarterly. Customer engagement is
measured biannually. Health and safety, process safety and product quality incidents are reported immediately to
the Operations Lead team and CLT. GHG emissions and our decarbonisation pathway are tracked through the CWG
and reported annually to the AFC and Board.
The Company’s employee diversity, equity and inclusion metrics are measured annually and reported to the P&C
commit
tee and our long-term formal relationship agreements with two of our nearest iwi partners includes regular
kanohi ki te kanohi (face-to-face) hui, and a six-monthly joint Mana Whenua Roopu hui, which brings together
leadership from local iwi.
Environmental performancePeople and communityGovernance and
financial
performance
Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions
Management of regulatory risks,
en
vironmental compliance, and
reputational risks and opportunities
as they relate to Scope 1, 2 and 3
GHG emissions
Water and
wastewater management
Efficiency of water resource usage
and management o
f waste water
treatment, and managing existing
site contamination to reduce this
over time
Ecological impacts
Management of impacts on
eco
systems and biodiversity through
operational land use, project
development and construction
Circularity
Increasing material and operational
efficiency
to, where possible and over
the longer term, reduce waste and
divert from
landfills back into the
supply chain
Physical impacts of climate change
Ability to manage risks and
oppor
tunities associated with direct
exposure to actual or potential
physical impacts of climate change
Health, safety and well-being
Creating and maintaining a safe
and health
y workplace that reflects
regulatory expectations and values
emplo
yee and contractor well-being
Iwi partnerships
Recognising iwi responsibilities as
mana whenua and k
aitiaki over
poupouwhenua, the land upon which
we stand, partnering to maintain and
enhance the cultural health of our
operational site and the surrounding
coast, informing our partners of
potential changes and considering
their views
Employee diversity, equity & inclusion
Attracting, supporting, and
maint
aining a diverse workforce and
healthy working culture
Contribution to regional economy
Working towards an impactful and
s
ustainable contribution to the
regional economy in which we work,
as well as to Aotearoa New Zealand
more broadly
Human rights and
community engagement
Engaging our local community to seek
par
tnerships in impactful ways and to
continue as a responsible corporate
citizen and neighbour. Upholding
labour standards and human rights
Infrastructure resilience
A focus on infrastructure
r
esilience to environmental and
specification changes
Security and quality of supply
Supporting the delivery of reliable,
high-qualit
y fuel by our customers
to accommodate changing needs
Transparency and disclosure
Ethical conduct of business and
pr
oviding accurate and timely
information about our sustainability
impacts and performance
Asset and life-cycle management
Ability to manage infrastructure
and oper
ational asset life-
cycle risks
Business model
resilience (infrastructure)
Incorporating social, environmental
and political tr
ansitions into long-
term business model planning and
responding to the transition to a
low-carbon economy
Regulation and policy
Complying with, supporting and
anticipating futur
e regulations
and policy
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Scenario analysis
Climate change scenario analysis is used to test the robustness
o
f our strategy and explore how Channel might perform under
a range of plausible and challenging futures. Importantly, these
scenarios do not represent our forecasts or predictive views of
the future.
Channel has been using “scenario analysis” as part
o
f its business planning process for many years. Our
most recent analyses have focused on the fuel passing
through our infrastructure, as in our view, this is the
most material climate transition impact for our business.
The alignment of our business planning processes with
our climate scenarios is shown in the Business planning
section on page 44.
Climate-related scenario analysis is not a probabilistic
or pr
edictive view of the future, but rather provides a
range of hypothetical outcomes to enable an entity
to better assess how physical and transition risks and
opportunities associated with climate change could
impact its operations.
In 2023 Channel developed three climate-related
s
cenarios that cover all relevant aspects of the business.
These scenarios describe plausible and distinct futures,
and are designed to test a range of potential climate-
related impacts. The scenarios have been reconfirmed
in the 2024 financial year and updated to incorporate
newly available data and descriptive insights.
The scenario analysis process undertaken included the
mapping o
f global and local reference models; setting
of scope boundaries; assessing physical and transitional
climate risks and opportunities; identifying the most
material drivers of change; and completing synthesis
of the climate scenarios and their narratives. The
process involved a range of environmental experts along
with our Corporate Lead Team and internal subject
matter experts.
Channel acknowledges the links our infrastructure
s
ervices have to the aviation industry and tourism sector
and where relevant, have included information from The
Aotearoa Circle Energy and Tourism sector Climate
Change Scenario Analysis publications in preparing the
three scenarios for our scenario analysis. Like these
publications, Channel's climate scenarios are grounded
in global reference scenarios
1
to utilise applicable
data and increase comparability with other climate
reporting entities.
Channel has mapped a series of global references to
de
sign our three climate scenarios and their temperature
pathway. The three climate change scenarios are
summarised below.
Increasing challenges to adaptation
Increasing challenges to mitigation
SSP1
GREEN LIGHT
Orderly
1.5°C
SSP2
AMBER LIGHT
Disorderly
2.6°C
SSP3
RED LIGHT
Hot House
3.5°C
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Green
Light
Orderly
LIMIT TEMPERATURE RISE TO
1.5°C
Global temp increase
1
by 2100, relative to pre-industrial levels
Orderly scenario narrative
An orderly scenario, including
progressive and coordinated
decarbonisation/transition.
In the 2020s, the introduction of strict and transformative
climate regulations, combined with a strong shift in
consumer preferences towards sustainable solutions,
requires Channel to quickly reduce emissions and adjust
the proportions of fuel types stored and transported.
From 2030, increased accessibility and strong
development in the performance, range, and
chargeability of light fleet EVs leads to a significant
uptake, and mass adoption by 2050. Water use and
wastewater products increase in the mid 2030s as
green hydrogen production increases, and gradually
replaces conventional diesel from that point on for heavy
transport. SAF becomes widely available from the
mid-2030s in NZ, replacing conventional jet fuel.
There is a 69% increase in the number of hot days
in Whangarei by 2050, and a 7.8% increase in rainfall
intensity for 1-in-20 year rainfall events of a 1 hour
duration at Marsden Point. Global population continues
to increase at a steady and expected rate, with
New Zealand’s population expected to reach 6.2 million
by 2050 as the country becomes more attractive
to immigrants across the socioeconomic spectrum.
The cost of capital for ‘green’ investments continues
to decrease, while the cost of capital for all investments
associated with fossil fuels and GHG emissions increases
from the mid-2020s. Channel has successfully achieved
Net Zero Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, and continues
to provide infrastructure and storage capacity to support
lower emissions/ sustainable fuels and assist in a rapid
transition with challenging reductions to liquid fossil
fuel demand. The Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS)
remains in place, and the carbon price signal shows
a managed transition away from fossil fuels at $309 per
tonne by 2050.
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Scenario indicators
NZ CARBON PRICE
2
$309
For 2050, per tonne
NEW ZEALAND POPULATION
3
6.2M
in 2050
NZ SEA LEVEL RISE
4
0.19m
For 2050 relative to 2005
RAINFALL INTENSITY
5
+7. 8 %
Marsden Point 20-yr
ARI 1-hr rain depth,
2031-2050 relative
to 1986-2005
WHANGAREI HOT DAYS
6
+69%
For 2041-2060 relative
to 1972-2021
Physical risk severity
MODERATE
Policy reaction
IMMEDIATE AND SMOOTH
Behaviour change
FAST
Transition risk severity
MODERATE
Technology change
FAST
Socio-political instability
LOW - MODERATE
High Level Descriptors
Global temperature rise 1.5°C by 2100
NZ Total Fuel Demand (ml)
2021 CCC - Fossil fuels only
Reference scenarios:
NGFS Orderly, RCP2.6, SSP 1,
CCC Tailwinds
Data sources:
1. IPCC (2021) WG1 AR6 Summary for Policymakers
2. New Zealand Treasury (2023) Assessing climate change and environmental impacts in the CBAx tool
3. Stats NZ. (2022) National population projections: 2022 (base)-2073. 50th percentile
4. Ministry for the Environment. (2018) Climate change projections for New Zealand
5. NIWA. (2017) High Intensity Rainfall Design System Version 4. Stations IDs averaged: 548215, A54753, A54842
6.
Gib
son, P. B.,
et al. (2024) Dynamical downscaling CMIP6 models over New Zealand: added value of climatology and extremes
2024
2021 CCC - Tailwinds
2050
10,000
9,000
8,000
7,000
6,000
5,000
4,000
3,000
2,000
1,000
-
CO
2
TOTAL NZ, FOSSIL FUELS ONLY
DOES NOT INCLUDE RENEWABLE LIQUID FUELS
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Amber
Light
Disorderly
LIMIT TEMPERATURE RISE TO
2.6°C
Global temp increase
1
by 2100, relative to pre-industrial levels
Disorderly scenario narrative
A disorderly scenario,
involving globally inconsistent
decarbonisation/transition.
In the short-term, global demand for fossil transport fuels
continues to rise, and advancements in green energy
technology are primarily improvements in the cost and
access of existing solutions as opposed to emerging
technologies breaking through.
No new targets are set by the Government to transition
New Zealand’s energy and infrastructure needs until the
2030s, where extreme regulatory and social pressures
are placed on heavy emitting industries to decarbonise
quickly. There is a 87% increase in the number of hot
days in Whangarei by 2050, and a 9.8% increase in
rainfall intensity for 1-in-20 year rainfall events of a 1 hour
duration at Marsden Point.
In New Zealand, capital is allocated to recovery from
multiple, successive severe weather events and retreat
from the 2030s onwards. New Zealand’s population
increases as immigrants, particularly climate refugees,
move to New Zealand - reaching 6.5 million by 2050.
Global population growth levels off in the second half
of the century.
Large amounts of SAF and green hydrogen, whether
imported or locally produced, are not available in
New Zealand until after 2040 due to a lack of production
technology and demand. These are initially very
expensive, contributing to the Disorderly scenario’s
very high transition cost in comparison to the Orderly
and Hot House scenarios. Diesel continues to be used
until 2040 for heavy transport. From the 2040s, investing
in decarbonising agriculture and transport becomes
a priority.
Due to delayed action and need for capital investment,
Channel has achieved Net Zero scope 1 and 2 emissions
by 2035.
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Scenario indicators
NZ CARBON PRICE
2
$411
For 2050, per tonne
NEW ZEALAND POPULATION
3
6.5M
in 2050
NZ SEA LEVEL RISE
4
0.22m
For 2050 relative to 2005
RAINFALL INTENSITY
5
+9.8%
Marsden Point 20-yr
ARI 1-hr rain depth,
2031-2050 relative
to 1986-2005
WHANGAREI HOT DAYS
6
+87%
For 2041-2060 relative
to 1972-2021
Physical risk severity
MODERATE
Policy reaction
DELAYED
Behaviour change
SLOW, THEN FAST
Transition risk severity
HIGH
Technology change
SLOW, THEN FAST
Socio-political instability
MODERATE
High Level Descriptors
Global temperature rise 2.6°C by 2100
NZ Total Fuel Demand (ml)
2021 CCC - Fossil fuels only
2024
2021 CCC - Headwinds
2050
10,000
9,000
8,000
7,000
6,000
5,000
4,000
3,000
2,000
1,000
-
CO
2
Reference scenarios:
NGFS Disorderly, RCP4.5, SSP 2,
CCC Headwinds
Data sources:
1. IPCC (2021) WG1 AR6 Summary for Policymakers
2. New Zealand Treasury (2023) Assessing climate change and environmental impacts in the CBAx tool
3. Stats NZ. (2022) National population projections: 2022 (base)-2073. 50th percentile
4. Ministry for the Environment. (2018) Climate change projections for New Zealand
5. NIWA. (2017) High Intensity Rainfall Design System Version 4. Stations IDs averaged: 548215, A54753, A54842
6.
Gib
son, P. B.,
et al. (2024) Dynamical downscaling CMIP6 models over New Zealand: added value of climatology and extremes
TOTAL NZ, FOSSIL FUELS ONLY
DOES NOT INCLUDE RENEWABLE LIQUID FUELS
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Red
Light
Hot house
TEMPERATURE RISE >3
3.5°C
Global temp increase
1
by 2100, relative to pre-industrial levels
Hot house scenario narrative
A hot house scenario, with
little to no decabonisation/
transition. Emissions grow.
Population growth is low in industrialised countries,
and high in developing countries, with New Zealand’s
population increasing to 6.9 million by 2050.
The Government has set either no targets or very low
ones for changing New Zealand’s energy supply, and
people’s preferences for transport haven’t changed.
Around the world, demand for fossil fuels continues
to grow rather than decrease. However, declining fossil
fuel reserves increase import prices, and more frequent
and severe extreme weather events often interrupt
Channel’s supply chain. This creates difficulties in securing
fossil fuel supplies, particularly in the long term (2080+).
There is an 107% increase in the number of hot days
in Whangarei by 2050, and an 11.3% increase in rainfall
depth for 1-in-20 year events of a 1 hour duration
at Marsden Point. Capital investment is required
to remediate physical damage to infrastructure
as a result of extreme weather events.
Demand for land transport fuels peaks within the early
2030s and slowly declines from then to 2100 due to
a gradual EV uptake. SAF, green hydrogen and other
lower-carbon fuels do not become available in
significant quantities and remain largely unaffordable.
Demand for international travel has augmented
strongly due to a growing middle class globally traveling
more and away from unfavorable climatic events/
seasons, and conventional jet fuel continues to be
used for aviation.
Despite challenges, Channel continues to meet demand,
providing infrastructure and storage of conventional fossil
fuels to current policy and regulation standards. The ETS
remains in place, however, the carbon price signal does
not strongly encourage a transition away from fossil
fuels at a maximum of $206 per tonne in 2050. Insurance
premiums to cover Channel’s assets rise over time.
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Scenario indicators
NZ CARBON PRICE
2
$206
For 2050, per tonne
NEW ZEALAND POPULATION
3
6.9M
in 2050
NZ SEA LEVEL RISE
4
0.24m
For 2050 relative to 2005
RAINFALL INTENSITY
5
+11.3%
Marsden Point 20-yr
ARI 1-hr rain depth,
2031-2050 relative
to 1986-2005
WHANGAREI HOT DAYS
6
+107%
For 2041-2060 relative
to 1972-2021
Physical risk severity
EXTREME
Policy reaction
WEAK - CURRENT POLICIES
Behaviour change
SLOW
Transition risk severity
LOW
Technology change
SLOW
Socio-political instability
HIGH
High Level Descriptors
Global temperature rise 2.2°C by 2050;
3.5°C by 2100
NZ Total Fuel Demand (ml)
2021 CCC - Fossil fuels only
2024
2050
10,000
9,000
8,000
7,000
6,000
5,000
4,000
3,000
2,000
1,000
-
2021 CCC - Current Policy Reference
CO
2
Reference scenarios:
NGFS Hothouse, RCP7.0, SSP 3,
CCC Current Policy Reference
Data sources:
1. IPCC (2021) WG1 AR6 Summary for Policymakers
2. New Zealand Treasury (2023) Assessing climate change and environmental impacts in the CBAx tool
3. Stats NZ. (2022) National population projections: 2022 (base)-2073. 50th percentile
4. Ministry for the Environment. (2018) Climate change projections for New Zealand
5. NIWA. (2017) High Intensity Rainfall Design System Version 4. Stations IDs averaged: 548215, A54753, A54842
6.
Gib
son, P. B.,
et al. (2024) Dynamical downscaling CMIP6 models over New Zealand: added value of climatology and extremes
TOTAL NZ, FOSSIL FUELS ONLY
DOES NOT INCLUDE RENEWABLE LIQUID FUELS
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Business planning
Channel's business planning process considers the current view
o
f New Zealand's total fuel demand outlook, including the use of
lower-carbon future fuels. Trends are aligned with the pathways
used in our climate change scenario analysis.
Channel Infrastructure has used scenario forecasting
in it
s traditional form, as one of many tools through
which we assess our options in our strategic reviews
and business planning. These ‘normative’ probability
scenarios are based on forecast fuel demands and
have informed our business decision-making for over 15
years. This information helps us to mitigate and adapt
to a changing climate while continuing to provide New
Zealander's with the fuel they need to keep moving while
we transition to a lower carbon economy.
With the entry of climate change scenarios, which
e
xplore the bounds of plausibility and challenge
reasonable future states of global warming potential
in three very different yet plausible scenarios, Channel
Infrastructure has assessed both the climate change
scenarios in a stand-alone exercise, as well as the
demand outlook prepared by Envisory
1
in Q3 2024. The
Envisory fuel demand outlooks modelled three cases; the
“Base” is the “most expected” case while the "Faster"
represents a faster transition and the "Slower" is the
where the transition takes more time.
To combine our existing business planning processes
with our climat
e scenarios, we have utilised the Climate
Change Commission (CCC) 2021 data tables (aligned
with the three SSP's underpinning our scenario analysis)
to provide a trend line of New Zealand Liquid Fossil Fuel
Demand (converted from petajoules (PJ) to million litres
(ML)) across our Envisory demand outlooks. This is to show
the degree of alignment between our business planning
process and the climate change scenarios.
It is noted that the Envisory data includes future fuels
that can be handled b
y Channel's infrastructure, whereas
the CCC data is for fossil fuels only.
To interpret the trend line comparisons, it is important to
r
ecognise the significantly different basis upon which the
two data sets have been developed:
• The 2024 Envisory New Zealand demand outlook is
more current than the CCC's 2021 projections, and was
"built up" by detailed modelling:
– The jet demand forecast was based on the long-
term passenger number forecast developed by
international consultants DKMA for Auckland Airport
in December 2
022, adjusted for the near-term
trends available to FY24. This passenger forecast
included flight destinations, enabling Envisory to
be more specific on fuel consumption, categorising
flights as domestic, short-haul, long-haul, and
extra long-haul (>11,500km). Air freight is a growing
segment and was modelled separately.
– For diesel, the modelling was based on
each cons
umption sector separately, including
Agriculture, Industrial, Commercial, Residential,
Transport and International shipping.
– The vehicle
fleet was split between light passenger,
light commercial, motorcycle, heavy transport and
buses; each was modelled with its own split
between new and used vehicles and turnover rates;
and different proportions of electric vehicles coming
into the fleet. This was done for each category and
for new/used vehicles over time.
– Future fuels volumes were assessed for petrol and
die
sel, although not for jet fuel as SAF is a drop-in
fuel, fully interchangeable with jet fuel and is able to
be supplied via Channel's existing infrastructure.
• The CCC's liquid fuel demand was modelled using
the Ener
gy and Emissions in New Zealand model (ENZ)
and includes fossil fuels only, based on projected use/
mode of transport from the Ministry of Transport.
It is also important to note that the trend lines on the
char
ts also show New Zealand's total fuel demand profile,
which will be materially different to Channel's, due to
the Company having a greater exposure to jet fuel, with
Channel transporting 80% of New Zealand's jet fuel via
the pipeline to Auckland.
1
Envisory provides independent strategic advice and consultancy services to the energy sector
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Outlook
Jet Fuel*
Diesel
Petrol
2021 CCC Headwinds
(Fossil fuels only)
2024
2025
2026
2027
2028
2029
2030
2031
2032
2033
2034
2035
2036
2037
2038
2039
2040
2041
2042
2043
2044
2045
2046
2047
2048
2049
2050
10,000
9,000
8,000
7,000
6,000
5,000
4,000
3,000
2,000
1,000
0
Base Case: NZ Fuel Demand (Million Litres)
Base Case
Base Case:
• Petrol volumes decline most rapidly due to replacement
transport options (mainly EV’s) being available,
• Diesel volumes decline, although at a slower rate, due to
some “difficult to shift” demand,
• Jet volumes (including liquid SAF) continue to increase,
due to post-covid recovery, continued demand for
international travel and difficulty of substitution.
The CCC trend line more closely follows the trend line
of total fuel decline, however this trend is observed
less aligned as the volumes approach the mid 2040s,
due to Envisory’s expectation of biofuels substitution.
Outlook
Jet Fuel*
Diesel
Petrol
2021 CCC Tailwinds
(Fossil fuels only)
2024
2025
2026
2027
2028
2029
2030
2031
2032
2033
2034
2035
2036
2037
2038
2039
2040
2041
2042
2043
2044
2045
2046
2047
2048
2049
2050
10,000
9,000
8,000
7,000
6,000
5,000
4,000
3,000
2,000
1,000
0
Faster Transition: NZ Fuel Demand (Million Litres)
Faster Transition
Factors influencing slower transition:
• More difficult to change people’s behaviour,
• More inertia in transition, possibly due to alternate
(cheaper) ways of meeting emissions reductions,
•
EV’
s take longer to reach cost parity,
•
Slo
wer efficiency improvement due to less efficient
vehicles coming into the fleet,
• Poorer economic conditions result in age of fleet
increasing,
•
L
ess encouragement from Government and lack of
support for net zero by 2050 (no bio-fuels obligation/
mandate).
The CCC trend line show close alignment between 2030s
to late 2040s, which then tapers away as the volume
approaches 2050.
Outlook
Jet Fuel*
Diesel
Petrol
2021 CCC Current Policy
(Fossil fuels only)
2024
2025
2026
2027
2028
2029
2030
2031
2032
2033
2034
2035
2036
2037
2038
2039
2040
2041
2042
2043
2044
2045
2046
2047
2048
2049
2050
10,000
9,000
8,000
7,000
6,000
5,000
4,000
3,000
2,000
1,000
0
Slower Transition: NZ Fuel Demand (Million Litres)
Slower Transition
ENVISORY FUEL OUTLOOKS OF NEW ZEALAND TOTAL FUELS DEMAND
Factors influencing faster transition:
• Behavioural changes have more impact than expected,
• Electric Vehicles (EV’s) reach cost parity with Internal
Combustion Engines (ICE) earlier,
• Efficiency of new ICE fleet improves faster than expected,
• Better economic conditions increasing rate of fleet
turnover,
• Breakthroughs in development of alternate fuel heavy
vehicles,
• More technological breakthrough in aviation,
• Government policies: fleet efficiency targets,
bio-fuels, mandates.
The CCC trend line follows a similar rate of decline over the
short-medium term; however, the forecasted volumes are
observed to be higher from the mid 2030s, due to Envisory’s
expectation of biofuels substitution.
Source: Envisory Forecast
*NZ Jet Fuel demand assumes Channel makes up 80% of NZ’s fuel demand, includes SAF
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Climate change
risks and
opportunities
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Climate-related risks and opportunities
Physical risks
Direct physical risks were
identified through a series of workshops leveraging an independent consultancy assessment
of climate change risks to the Marsden Point site and Channel’s fuels Pipeline to Auckland. The risk rating has
been assessed, taking into account the exposure, sensitivity, adaptive capability and consequence. Channel also
considered indirect physical risks to the business from climate related impacts. Indirect risks were ranked based on
consequence only, as exposure, sensitivity and adaptive capacity are less well understood.
Risk typeEnterprise Risk Management (ERM)
Potential Impacts and
Associated Assets/Activities
Green Light
(+1.5 ̊C)
Amber Light
(+2.6 ̊C)
Red Light
(>3.0 ̊C)
PHYSICAL
RISKS
(DIRECT)
RiskAssessment
STMTLTSTMTLTSTMTLT
Harm to people,
assets and
environment
Extreme
temperatures
Damage to Marsden Point onsite road surfaces
(bleeding and melting) potentially disrupting
operations.
Risk to external Auckland and Northland highways
and surrounding Ruakaka, Marsden Point roading
limiting distribution of fuels by road transport and
staff travelling to site, impacting operations.
Increase in pipeline operating temperature may
impact on pipeline maximum operating pressure
and capacity.
Physical risks
to assets from
climate change
Sea level rise and
coastal erosion
Increased risk of erosion of coastal and low-lying
coastal riverine areas at the northern and southern
extents of the pipeline.
Intense rainfall
and flooding
Risk to ground stability along the Pipeline due to
higher rainfall intensities largely mitigated through
existing geohazard surveillance, monitoring and
remediation measures. Increased flooding
of low-lying areas impacting on and restricting
access to pumping stations and valve sites.
River erosion and
bank instability
Risk to river bank stability caused by an increase
in rainfall intensity and resulting erosion largely
mitigated by existing geohazard monitoring
and remediation.
Consequence rating
PHYSICAL
RISKS
(INDIRECT*)
Physical risks
to external
infrastructure
and transport
networks from
climate change
Intense rainfall
and flooding
Risk to Brynderwyns section of SH1, from flooding
and slips disrupting supply of chemicals and other
critical goods and services to site, impacting
pipeline/terminal operations
Risk to flooding of Wiri terminal with a consequential
impact to fuel volumes through the Marsden Point
terminal
Transport
networks
Delay in arrival of tankers delivering customers
imported fuel to site due to extreme weather events,
impacting fuel volumes through Marsden Point
terminal
Risk to fuels distribution by customers to service
stations due to severe weather (storms, flooding,
landslips), with a consequential impact to fuel
volumes through the Marsden Point terminal
Sea level rise
Risk to Auckland Airport from sea level rise
which causes interruption to the airport, and a
consequential impact to the volume of jet volumes
through the Marsden Point terminal
* Indirect risks were ranked based on consequence only, as
exposure, sensitivity and adaptive capacity are less well
understood by Channel Infrastructure.
Key:
High Risk ST – short term to 2030
Medium Risk MT – medium term to 2050
Low Risk LT – long term to 2100
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Transition risks
Transition risks are related to the transition to a low-emissions, climate-resilient global and domestic economy, which
could hav
e a material impact on our business. These include policy, legal, technology, market and reputation changes
associated with the mitigation and adaptation requirements relating to climate change.
Decarbonisation of the transport sector, which Channel provides the fuel infrastructure to support, will be dependent
on the up
take of EV’s and continued fuel efficiency improvements for the light vehicle fleet; the development of
alternative technologies (such as electric, hydrogen, biofuels and SAF) and improved technologies leading to fuel
efficiencies for heavy transport and air travel. Government policy, geopolitical and economic drivers will influence
these trends over time. Channel’s role is to ensure its infrastructure is available to support the changing energy
demand over time.
Risk typeEnterprise Risk Management (ERM)
Anticipated Impacts and Associated
Business Assets/Activities
Green Light
(+1.5 ̊C)
Amber Light
(+2.6 ̊C)
Red Light
(>3.0 ̊C)
RiskAssessment
STMTLTSTMTLTSTMTLT
TRANSITION
RISKS
Change in
demand for our
infrastructure
Our infrastructure is
bypassed because
of a material
reduction in liquid
fuel demand in
Auckland/Northland
Accelerated EV and green H2 uptake results
in faster decline in diesel and petrol volumes
impacting utilisation of our infrastructure.
Access to capitalInability to access
funding due to
poor financial and/
or operational
performance,
breach of
compliance
obligations, or
climate change
Insurance companies reduce capital availability
due to climate change impacts, increasing the
risk that Channel must self-insure some or all of
its assets.
Availability of capital reduces, as banks and
investors align their lending and investment
with Net Zero 2050 targets, potentially limiting
Channel’s growth aspirations.
Policy changeChanging political
attitudes to fuel
security and
meeting global
climate change
emissions targets
Supply and demand dynamics become volatile
due to disparity in climate change response
across developing and industrialised nations,
impacting the availability and affordability of
fuel (and consumer purchasing decisions in
New Zealand).
Unpredictable carbon price impacts and NZ ETS
constrains emissions intensive organisations.
This may result along our value chain (linked to
customer emissions), including indirect impacts if
our customers in the fossil fuel sector experience
financial stress.
Key:
High Risk ST – short term to 2030
Medium Risk MT – medium term to 2050
Low Risk LT – long term to 2100
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Opportunities
There is opportunity for the Company to grow and diversify, while at the same time contributing to New Zealand’s
wider decarbonis
ation efforts. Our company strategy (refer to page 30) includes three primary areas: near-term
growth at Marsden Point to support a resilient fuels supply chain, repurposing our Marsden Point site by enabling
the production of lower-carbon future fuels and other energy transition projects (the Marsden Point Energy Precinct
Concept) (refer to page 32), and growth beyond Marsden Point through the consolidation of other terminal assets.
Through this strategy, and the growing range of transport fuels and energy choices that will require infrastructure to
support lower emissions and secure energy transport, Channel has a central role to play across all three pillars of our
company strategy to providing resilient infrastructure for New Zealand.
DriverDrivers and anticipated impacts
Green Light
(+1.5 ̊C)
Amber Light
(+2.6 ̊C)
Red Light
(>3.0 ̊C)
Supporting
New Zealand’s
demand for transport
fuels (renewable and
non-renewable)
Population change
Population growth towards the middle of the
century, resulting in increased demand for transport
fuels and therefore increasing the utilisation
of Channel’s infrastructure. The scale of this
opportunity, will be dependent on the speed
of transition to lower carbon land transport fuels.
Jet fuel volumes are anticipated to grow due
to New Zealand's remote location and ensuring
connection for the growing population to the rest
of the world.
De
velopment/adoption
of new transport fuels
technology
High cost of new technology may slow
decarbonisation, including the transition of the heavy
transport fleet from fossil diesel to green hydrogen.
Development/adoption
of new liquid transport
fuels technology
Policy and regulation changes provide business
growth opportunities aligned to decarbonisation
of New Zealand's fuel supply chain. Technological
advancements in the manufacture, transport and
end-uses of lower carbon fuels may accelerate their
uptake across the New Zealand economy (e.g. SAF).
This r
epresents a sustainable growth opportunity for
Channel to diversify our role as a provider of critical
energy services to the economy.
Innovation of new
technologies and
service diversification
Development/adoption
of new transport fuels
technology
As New Zealand tackles the challenge of
decarbonisation, new markets for low or zero carbon
fuels and associated storage and infrastructure
requirements are expected to evolve and grow,
providing an opportunity to diversify Channel’s core
business.
Second-generation bio-fuels and e-fuels
(including SAF) can be stored and distributed using
our existing infrastructure.
Increased domestic
stockholding/storage
Government priorities
– fuel security/resilience
and climate reduction
targets
Channel infrastructure has significant unutilised
tank capacity which could provide additional fuel
storage in country, increasing fuel security and
resilience to supply disruption (including from
geo-political issues). Marsden Point can also
support larger shipping vessels, providing
opportunity for customers to lower upstream
emissions intensity and further improve supply chain
efficiency of delivered fuel.
Key:
Significant
Moderate
Lower
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Activities supporting climate
change r
esilience
Our vision is to deliver resilient infrastructure solutions to meet
changing fuel and energy needs. Our business activities support
New Zealand's energy transition.
Business activities aligned to managing physical risks
In the following table, we outline the business activities undertaken to manage the physical risks identified on page 48.
Physical RiskBusiness activities aligned to physical risks
Harm to people, assets,
and the environment
We actively plan and prepare for weather impacts on our site and assets with well-developed response
s
ystems, coastal erosion management framework and established incident management processes. In
recent years we have improved the resilience of our site to severe weather events through investments in
our stormwater management systems, decommissioning of refining plant and cleaning of associated sewer
networks and dune protection improvements.
Physical risks to assets
from climate change
We maintain Material Damage and Business Interruption insurance for property damage and
cons
equential business interruption as a financial mitigation of these risks.
In 2023, Channel commissioned a coastal hazards assessment by an independent expert for the Marsden
P
oint site, considering future sea-level rise under climate change warming scenarios. The assessment
included coastal erosion and inundation hazard risks, conducted in addition to our scenario analysis. The
results of this assessment illustrated that most assets are safe from coastal erosion and inundation risks
provided the existing rock revetment is maintained or realigned, with a flood gate mitigating inundation
risks. The existing sand dune may require nourishment and/or stabilisation with rock revetment.
In 2024, Channel completed detailed climate change modelling and assessment to understand the
ph
ysical impacts to the Pipeline from climate change. This work included the assessment of hazards
including increased slope instability, flood exposure, river erosion and bank instability, surface erosion,
treefall, coastal hazards and high temperatures and their potential impact in the pipeline across all three
time horizons and warming scenarios. The outputs of this assessment reinforced the continuation of
Channel’s comprehensive geohazard monitoring and remediation programme, identified key areas for
further analysis and insight on key risks to be managed through our pipeline asset management plan.
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Business activities aligned to transition risks and opportunities
Channel Infrastructure's strategic framework, set out on page 30, includes a strategic imperative to “grow through
s
upporting the energy transition”. Many of these opportunities are captured under Channel’s Energy Precinct Concept
plan for the re-development of our Marsden Point site to support a diverse range of energy needs through the
transition. Our proposed initiatives require significant planning and therefore time to develop from feasibility, to final
investment decision, and eventually implementation. Therefore, the initiatives are still at an early stage given that time
horizon and Channel's need to carefully choose the right projects for the limited space available for re-purposing or
alternative use. As such, while Channel is working towards these goals, it will take time to go through the appropriate
processes to properly assess and decide upon how to advance these goals.
OpportunityBusiness activities/assets aligned to transition risks and opportunities
Supporting New Zealand's
demand for transport
fuels (including lower-
carbon fuels)
We are in discussions with our customers on the potential use of our strategic infrastructure to
enable the r
eceipt, storage testing and distribution of lower-emissions fuels. This includes considering
opportunities to increase scale as demand and available supply grows. We have already processed a
shipment of SAF through our infrastructure as part of a trial for Air New Zealand.
Innovation of new
technologies and
service diversification
We continue to work with Fortescue to study the feasibility of eSAF production at Marsden Point for
dome
stic consumption.
Repurposing of existing
infrastructure for lower-
carbon fuels production
We have signed a conditional project development agreement with Seadra Energy Inc., who is
par
tnering with consortium members Qantas, Renova Inc, Kent Plc, and ANZ, to develop a biorefinery at
Channel’s Marsden Point site, including the repurposing of decommissioned refining assets.
Increased domestic
stockholding/storage
With New Zealand’s import supply chain, resilience comes from our domestic capacity to identify and
deal with s
upply chain disruptions. We are supporting our customers and the New Zealand Government
with their efforts to provide a resilient fuel supply chain for New Zealand and have offered additional
product storage in country to meet strategic storage and minimum stock holding obligations.
In addition to the
specific business activities outlined above, we will continue to:
• monitor domestic and international technology developments which may represent commercially attractive
opportunities for our business over the longer-term, and
• work closely with our investors, iwi and local community, and other stakeholders to better understand their
e
xpectations on climate change-related matters.
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Capital deployed towards climate risks (physical and transition) and opportunities
Channel has clear investment criteria for all growth opportunities in that it only invests in projects that generate returns
abo
ve our Weighted Average Cost of Capital and underpinned by contracted revenues.
From a risk management perspective, Channel will invest to mitigate risks (including climate related), in line with our
ris
k tolerances.
We will use the Emissions Trading Scheme New Zealand emissions unit (NZU) price to align to New Zealand's current
s
tate and inform our strategic development projects at the point in time of auction results and project inception.
To promote alignment with a net zero Scope 1 and 2 emissions trajectory, we also consider the Climate Change
Commission (CCC) recommended auction reserve prices as a basis for understanding NZU pricing mechanisms
required to incentivise changes in consumer behaviour, and investments required to meet national climate targets.
As an example, over the last 18 months we invested resource into the following climate risks and opportunities:
Risk/OpportunityBusiness ActivityResource
Allocation/Investment
Harm to people, assets,
and the environment
Cleaned the storm water systems, removing over 200 tonnes of sediment
and s
ludge, to further improve our ability to respond to significant
rainfall events.
Spend of c.$900K on
these activities.
Completed coastal hazards assessment for the Marsden Point site and
physical impact assessment for the Pipeline.
Innovation of new
technologies and
service diversification
Provided support to Fortescue in relation to the scoping study and pre-
f
easibility phase of the potential hydrogen and eSAF project.
Support hours provided
(no
t measured).
Worked with Seadra Energy Inc to develop a project for the establishment
o
f a biorefinery at our Marsden Point site, repurposing existing facilities
and infrastructure for lower-carbon fuels production leading to the signing
of a conditional project development agreement.
Increased Domestic
Stockholding/storage
Commissioned an additional c. 45 million
litres of jet fuel storage at
Marsden Point, more than doubling on-site jet fuel storage through the
import terminal conversion programme. This aligns with our expectation
that sustainable aviation fuel, blended with traditional jet fuel will be a
long term enabler of the decarbonising of aviation.
The jet fuel tanks were
converted from crude oil
storage in the last 18
months as part of the
$45-$50 million project
to deliver c.100 million
litres of additional
storage capacity.
Entered into a new storage contract (c.$9 million o
f additional revenue
across 10 years from 2024) and increasing domestic stockholding,
increasing supply chain resilience.
Minimal
incremental growth
capital expenditure.
Signed a 10-year agreement with Z Energy and commenced construction
w
orks for the provision of additional jet fuel storage from Q1 2027.
The additional storage
is being converted
from crude oil service
through investment of
$26-$30 million over the
next 2 years.
Entered into a contract to store and export transmix for bp, Mobil and Z
Ener
gy (total revenue in excess of $20 million across seven years from late
Q4 2024).
Transmix is a mix of petrol/jet/diesel product that results from operation of
t
erminals and multi-product pipelines.
The infrastructure
upgr
ade investment was
$12-$15million in 2024.
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Our 2024
performance
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Environment
PEOPLE &
COMMUNITY
GOVERNANCE
& FINANCE
Material Issues
Protect the environment in which we operate
Reduce our carbon footprint and build resilience
to climate change risks
Responsibly contribute to achieving
NZ’s decarbonisation goals
CLIMATE
CHANGE
LAND, WASTE
& WATER
Objective
We are committed to maintaining a high standard of environmental performance and to reducing our impact on the
en
vironment in which we operate.
Our environmental commitments extend beyond carbon emissions to include waste, waste water, bio-diversity, land
cont
amination and coastal erosion.
We seek to:
• Reduce our carbon footprint, build resilience to climate change risks, and, where possible, to responsibly contribute
t
o achieving New Zealand and global decarbonisation targets,
• Act as responsible managers of the land and coastline upon which we operate,
• Utilise our strategic infrastructure to support others, particularly through innovation in the energy and fuels sector, to
r
educe carbon emissions,
• Report on our climate approach, progress and performance in compliance with the Aotearoa New Zealand Climate
S
tandards each year.
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Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
1
Reducing impacts on the environment in which we operate is an intrinsic part of our care value, and the Good
Neighbour
, Good Citizen pillar within our Company strategy.
We acknowledge this is a critical responsibility upon poupouwhenua here at Marsden Point, and we acknowledge the
link
s we have in our current performance in this area with the UN SDGs, as outlined in the following table.
Sustainable
Development GoalSDG ReferenceOur Contribution
15.8 By 2030, introduce measures to prevent the introduction
and
significantly reduce the impact of invasive alien species
on land and water ecosystems and control or eradicate the
priority species
Funding research with iwi for pest control
of Mediterranean fan worm.
Delivery against 2024 focus areas
2024 Focus AreaOur Performance
Assess physical impacts on the Pipeline
from climate change
The risk assessment was completed in June 2024 . The outputs of this assessment are
included in our climate risk assessment and our pipeline asset management plan.
Continue programme of
groundwater remediation
The focus for the 2024 year was on improving reliability of the groundwater network.
This has been achie
ved with an increase in well reliability resulting in an increase in
hydrocarbon recovery.
During 2024 Channel also undertook a review of the effectiveness of the groundwater
r
ecovery program and will use the learnings from this review to update our programme for
the 2025 year.
Complete plan to achieve a 20%
reduction in waste to
landfill
Not achieved due to an increase in the volume of soil to landfill due to bund improvement
upgrades and growth projects.
Reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2
(Market-based) emissions by 50% from
2023 baseline
Reduction of 76% achieved through the long-term renewable electricity contract, reduction
in die
sel usage and removal of residual crude oil from storage. Refer Appendix 1 for
further details.
Complete Scope 3 emissions
inventory and report in the 2024
Sustainability Report
Our Scope 3 emissions are included in the GHG emissions inventory report (refer Appendix 1).
Data tables, summarising our environmental performance over the last
five years against a range of metrics can be
found in Appendix 2 on page 95.
1
The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, adopted by all United Nations Member States in 2015, provides a shared blueprint for peace and
pr
osperity for people and the planet, now and into the future. At its heart are the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which are an urgent call
for action by all countries - developed and developing - in a global partnership. The goals with which Channel is seeking to comply are identified in
this report.
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Infrastructure resilience and physical impacts of
climat
e change
Material topics
Ability to manage risks and opportunities associated with direct exposure to actual or potential physical impacts
o
f climate change.
Ensuring our infrastructure is resilient to environmental changes.
Our 2024 delivery
Improving stormwater quality
As a
final step in decommissioning the disused
refinery equipment, the many underground sewers that
transferred waste water and oil from the refinery
processing facilities to the on site waste-water treatment
plant have been meticulously cleaned and inspected to
remove the final remaining contaminants. After cleaning
and testing to verify water quality, the sewers have
been converted to stormwater drains which flow in to
our stormwater basin where water quality is continuously
monitored before being discharged. This initiative has
resulted in a significant improvement in the water quality
from the sewer systems and a resulting reduction in the
environmental risk, particularly during heavy rain events.
Recovering energy from waste
An important part of the decommissioning of the
refinery
facilities is the cleaning of the more than 60 tanks that
have been mothballed or decommissioned. This process
involves comprehensive cleaning to ensure the tanks are
left in a safe and environmentally sound condition and
includes removal and disposal of associated tank sludge
waste. As part of this initiative, Channel worked with
Golden Bay Cement to assess the suitability of using the
sludge waste as a fuel for the cement manufacturing
process at their nearby Portland cement works.
Upon
confirmation that reusing the waste material
would meet strict safety and environmental requirements,
Channel commenced supply of this waste product – now
a valuable fuel – to the Portland cement works. Channel
has sent over 3.700 tonnes of tank sludge waste to be
mixed with wood and other waste materials and reused
as a fuel in the cement production plant. This initiative
has reduced waste to landfill and displaced the use of
other fossil fuels that would otherwise have been required
to supply Golden Bay Cement’s energy needs.
Climate change risk assessment
In 2023, we undertook work to assess site resilience
t
o potential global warming scenarios to inform a
range of short and long-term coastal erosion and
inundation management options for inclusion in our Asset
Management Plans. This work has assessed the risks to
our site as low to medium until at least 2080 in the
majority of global warming cases with implementation of
well understood mitigations.
In 2024, the climate change risk assessment has
been fur
ther expanded to include our fuels pipeline
to Auckland, whereby we assessed climate hazards
including increased slope instability, flood exposure, river
erosion and bank instability, surface erosion, treefall,
coastal hazards and high temperatures and their
potential impact in the pipeline across all three time
horizons and warming scenarios. The outputs of this
assessment reinforced the continuation of Channel’s
comprehensive geohazard monitoring and remediation
programme, identified key areas for further analysis and
provided insight on risks to be managed through our
pipeline asset management plan.
For further detail refer to climate change risks and
oppor
tunities on page 47 .
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Coastal erosion management strategy
Recent studies have observed and confirmed evidence
o
f erosion at Channel’s coastal site boundary, and
identified the future possibility of ongoing erosion
events as a result of climate change. This includes
storms and tsunami aggravated by sea level rise and
changing weather patterns. Our erosion management
strategy aims to manage the dynamic coastal
environment in which we operate in a way that not
only provides resilience to our nationally significant
infrastructure, but also recognises wider social, cultural,
and environmental considerations.
Our coastal erosion strategy includes monitoring of the
dune
s of the coastal foreshore to track movement or
recession over time. Our mapping, along with information
from the Northland Regional Council, has been used to
predict and track expected retreat of the dunes over the
next 35 to 50 years so that we can make the necessary
investments to manage the potential retreat from land
that is most at risk of weather-related impacts over
this time.
In 2023, we expanded our erosion mapping assessments
f
or climate warming scenarios including a 4
o
C warming
case, which assessed the risk to Channel’s site to at
least 2080 as low to medium in the majority of cases,
with only simple mitigation required. In 2024, the output
of this work has been incorporated into our long-term
strategic asset management plan so that necessary
mitigations are planned to maintain long-term resilience
of our infrastructure. This work has also meant that
identified climate risks are considered in the development
of opportunities contemplated in our Energy Precinct
Concept plan such as the Fortescue eSAF manufacturing
facility and the Seadra Energy consortium’s biorefinery
project development.
In addition, we are developing a Coastal Landscape
Management Plan in con
junction with our iwi partners,
which will, among other things, include dune planting to
improve dune resilience to erosion events.
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Land, waste and water
Material topic
Efficiency of water resource usage and management of waste water treatment and managing existing site
cont
amination to reduce this over time.
Our 2024 delivery
Our environmental management systems include
monit
oring of our discharges to water, soil and
groundwater, awareness and permit to work controls,
as well as a zero spill policy and prompt cleaning
and remediation, as far as possible, of all leaks
or spillage if this is not achieved. More information
on our environmental management systems can be
attained on the Environment section of our website
at www.channelnz.com.
Groundwater remediation and
land cont
amination
Channel continued to operate its groundwater program
during 2
024 for the hydraulic containment of the
hydrocarbon plume beneath the site. The focus
throughout 2024 was to maintain reliability of the
wells. This serves to maintain the sites hydraulic
containment to prevent free phase hydrocarbons from
leaving the site. In 2024, downtime due to maintenance,
which included replacement of a pump, on the key
recovery wells, was kept below 3%.
Channel undertook a review of its groundwater program
in 2
024 to assess its effectiveness. This included
reassessment of the conceptual site model and
assessment of groundwater flows. In addition to this,
as part of our tank bund upgrade work, approximately
13,649 tonnes of contaminated soils was sent to landfill.
Channel also undertook an independent review of the
s
ite’s management of hazardous substances. Several
findings were reported in line with best practice but no
major issues were found. Channel is currently completing
several actions to address the findings to further improve
its performance in this area.
During 2024 a further 43 tonnes of residual chemicals
fr
om refining operations were disposed of via
approved disposal routes further reducing potential for
legacy contamination.
Circularity
Throughout the Company's transition, it has been a
priorit
y to reuse and recycle as much equipment as
possible and to minimise the waste that is sent to
landfill.
Through the decommissioning project, we have focused
on recycling or reusing redundant plant and materials
removed from the refinery process plant. We continued to
build on the prior year's significant achievements and in
2024, we recycled:
• 1,078 tonnes of metal, which was a mixture of
steel, stainless steel, aluminium, bronze and mixed
metals, and
• Over 1.2 tonnes of cardboard.
• Over 4,600 litres of lube and seal oil as a cost-
effective heating fuel,
• Over 45 tonnes of wood.
Among other general recycling initiatives, Channel is
w
orking to implement processes around the recycling
of used Personal Protective Equipment, reducing water
usage, and increasing recycling of plastic and metals,
particularly in Independent Petroleum Laboratory (IPL),
who are high users of both plastic sample bottles and
metal sample tins.
Channel undertook two new initiatives to divert waste
s
treams to more beneficial reuse, including:
• Diversion of tank sludge from tank cleaning activities
to Golden Bay Cement to be used as fuel in
the cement making process rather than being
landfilled. Over 3,700 tonnes has been sent to
Golden Bay.
• Transmix from Channel's operations is being sent
offshore for reprocessing into fuel products. A
t
otal of 2.6 million litres have been sent offshore
for reprocessing.
Biodiversity
Channel is funding research with iwi to assess whether
communit
y-based initiatives are a viable method of
controlling the number of Mediterranean fan worm in the
harbour. A community pest control day is scheduled for
March 2025 where the Mediterranean fan worm will be
removed from a selected eradication area. The extent of
Mediterranean fan worm in this area will be monitored
over time to determine whether, or how quickly the
Mediterranean fan worm return to the area.
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ENVIRONMENT
People &
Community
GOVERNANCE
& FINANCE
Material Issues
Everyone “safely home, everyday”
Be a good neighbour and corporate citizen,
including contributing to regional development
Partner with local iwi, mana whenua
and community in impactful ways
Attract, support, and maintain a diverse workforce
and a healthy working culture
HEALTH,
SAFETY &
WELLBEING
IWI &
COMMUNITY
PARTNERSHIPS
EQUITY,
DIVERSITY
& INCLUSION
Objective
The key focus areas outlined in this section are:
• Health, safety and wellbeing
• Partnering with local iwi, mana whenua and community
• Equity, diversity and inclusion
Our commitment is to get ‘Everyone Safely Home, Every Day’ whether they are Channel people, contractors, or
vis
itors. We live this commitment daily with every leadership team meeting commencing with a safety share and
safety discussions, the measurement of lead indicators such as on-site safety engagements as part of the internal
Company scorecard, and Safety Toolboxes being undertaken. Our Short Term Incentive Scheme contains a number of
safety-related measures to reinforce the ongoing prioritisation of safety, and in 2024 we saw an increased focus from
management on reporting of all incidents (including near-misses) to ensure that we learn lessons at every opportunity.
In addition to our safety focus, Channel aims to:
• Be a good neighbour and corporate citizen,
• Partner with local iwi, hapu and community in impactful ways, and
• Be an employer of choice by attracting, retaining and developing our diverse workforce.
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Sustainable development goals
The safety of our workplace and the health and well-being of our people are an intrinsic part of our 'Care’ value.
We acknowledge this is a critical responsibility and that our operations contribute to the welfare of our people and
the s
urrounding communities. This responsibility is grounded in the United Nations' Guiding Principles on Business and
Human Rights (UNGP) and the UN SDG 3 Good Health and SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth.
We recognise our direct links to the SDGs sub targets where relevant under each of our selected goals. Our
contribution t
o UN SDG 5 Gender Equality should be considered with reference to international instruments including
the UN Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women and the UN LGBTI Standards of
Conduct for Business. The table below highlights how we are contributing to the relevant SDG's.
Sustainable
Development GoalSDG ReferenceOur Contribution
3.4 By 2030, reduce by one-third premature mortality from non-
communicable diseases through prevention and treatment and
promote mental health and well-being
Safety-first culture, Telus Health
Employee Assistance Program, Critical
Incident Response.
5.1 End all forms of discrimination against all women and
girls e
verywhere
Focus on reducing the gender pay
gap/ Parental leave policy to support
a more balanced approach to
primary caregiving.
5.5 Ensure women's full and effective participation and equal
oppor
tunities for leadership at all levels of decision-making in
political, economic and public life
Focus on increasing the representation
of women in our senior leadership
team. Establishment of the Channel
Connections Wāhine forum that
supports, empowers and inspires the
wāhine at Channel to make a
meaningful impact through their roles at
Channel and in the community.
8.5 By 2030, achieve full and productive employment and
decent w
ork for all women and men, including for young
people and persons with disabilities, and equal pay for work
of equal value
In conjunction with Northable,
exploring opportunities for a
neurodiverse workforce.
8.6 By 2020, substantially reduce the proportion of youth not in
employment, education or training
Apprenticeship/internship opportunities
to encourage youth employment,
including the provision of an iwi
scholarship commencing 2025.
8.8 Protect labour rights and promote safe and secure
w
orking environments for all workers, including migrant
workers, in particular women migrants, and those in
precarious employment
Pay equity and living wage. Modern
Slavery Policy.
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Delivery against 2024 focus areas
2024 Focus AreaOur Performance
Continue to build employee value
proposition – ‘whole of life’ view
•
Focused development of our
women leaders
•
Flexible working arrangements
•
CEO women’s forum to discuss
issues
specific to women
Increase in the representation of women in leadership roles from 35% to 41%.
Creation of the Channel Connections Wāhine community that supports, empowers and inspires
the w
āhine at Channel to make a meaningful impact through their roles at Channel and in
the community. This initiative replaced the CEO Women’s Forum and provides opportunities for
all women at Channel to connect and acts as a conduit to the CEO to raise issues specific
to women.
Developing our Māori whanau
•
Develop cultural capability of
our leaders
•
Support of tikanga on site
We started 2024 with a site wide hāngi in conjunction with our Return to Work session in
J
anuary. We blessed the kai and shared our vision with the workforce.
June 2024 saw 25 of our Senior Leaders invited to take part in a Te Ao Māori course offered
by Education Perfect. The results have been promising, with an increased use of Te Reo in our
daily communications
.
Following the Matariki holiday, we had a shared lunch where our team were invited to bring
along s
ome kai to share that was special to their whānau. We took the opportunity discuss how
Matariki is a special period that connects us to the land, the sky, and each other, through a
series of events, traditions, and celebrations that are deeply rooted in Māori culture.
In August 2024, we created an in-house Leadership Development Programme and extended
an in
vitation to leaders from Patuharakeke to participate. The programme, which ran for 8
weeks, saw two members from Patuharakeke take part.
In September 2024 we joined with kaumātua and representatives from Patuharakeke to
officially
bless and name our new boat, 'Katoitoi' ahead of its launch.
Partnerships to grow capability
•
Iwi scholarships and
leadership training
•
Internships for Patuharekeke
young people showing potential
In conjunction with Marsden Maritime Holdings, the format and structure of an Iwi Internship has
been de
veloped for an individual with Patuharakeke affiliation who demonstrates potential and
is looking for hands-on work experience.
Long-term formal relationship agreements with two of our nearest iwi partners – Patuharakeke
and T
e Parawhau
Data tables, summarising our people and community performance over the last five years against a range of metrics
can be f
ound in the Appendix on page 95.
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Engaging with our stakeholders
Our people, that is the
staff that make our business
run, and our community of stakeholders who have an
interest in, or adjacency to our operations, are core to the
delivery of our ESG ambitions.
Building quality, long-term relationships with our
s
takeholders enables us to become a better neighbour,
employer, partner and provider of critical infrastructure to
reliably keep Aotearoa New Zealand moving through an
era of change.
Channel Infrastructure closely considers the impact we
hav
e on the community and the environment in which
we operate, and the impact that our business decisions
will have on our network of stakeholders. We work hard
to take our stakeholders on our journey, and to closely
consider their views and input before we reach a business
decision. This requires open and clear communication;
we engage with our key stakeholders on a regular basis
and aim to meet face-to-face as much as possible.
Investors
Customers
Hapu/iwi
Employees
Central
and local
go
vernment
Regulators
Neighbours and
community
Suppliers
+
Contractors
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Health, safety and well-being
A material topic
Creating and maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, consistent with regulatory expectations, and one that
v
alues employee wellbeing.
Upholding labour standards and increasing transparency throughout our supply chain to promote a high
s
tandard of human rights.
Our 2024 delivery
From a workforce perspective, the transition from a
refinery
to an import terminal is complete with 100%
of the people who left the refinery and wanted to
remain in the workforce being supported by Channel
into employment elsewhere. As Channel executes on
its growth strategy there is ongoing change within the
business. Continuing support for our people's safety,
mental health and wellbeing has remained a focus for
the business.
2024 saw a
significant change in the way we partner with
our contractors, moving to a more conventional model
where it is expected that contractors take on more of the
responsibilities to ensure their people are kept safe on
the site.
“Care” framework
This framework provides key support services to ensure
all emplo
yees have access to support for their mental
health. A key initiative in 2024 has been our partnership
with employee support provider – Telus Health -
providing a digital platform with access to a vast
library of wellbeing information along with direct
and confidential access to an excellent selection of
counsellors to provide support.
Contractor management
As part of Channel’s transition to terminal operations
it under
took a significant review of contractor
management on site to assess our health and safety
procedures were still fit for purpose. The intent
was to maintain the Company’s high health and
safety standards that were already in place, while
enabling the external contractor workforce to take on
more direct responsibility while on our site. So that
Channel continued to meet its obligations it considered
regulatory requirements as well as benchmarking
against what others were doing in this space. The
company developed a framework to provide a basis
for engaging contractors where there were varying
degrees of overlapping duties in the form of an
Engagement Matrix (Responsible, Accountable, Consult,
Inform (RACI)). The RACI clearly sets out where
responsibilities lie when managing health and safety on
the s
ite and will be used when engaging contractors and
other stakeholders. Channel also developed a set of
Contractor Safe Work requirements for the site so that
contractors understood the minimum safety requirements
for working on the site along with health and safety
performance leading and lagging indicators.
This system is now in place across site, and is supported
b
y a system of regular safety engagements, contractor
performance review meetings and assurance audits. The
system enables us to work proactively with our contractor
partners so that we all meet our obligations and keep
the site safe.
Health & safety leadership training
Our leadership training with Safety Futures continued
in 2
024 with the remaining leaders and supervisors
receiving the training. In addition to this key staff
received further training to understand their role and
responsibilities when working with multiple Persons
Carrying on a Business or Undertaking (PCBU’s).
Internal tank inspection via drone
In 2024, Channel’s tank maintenance team implemented
a unique initiativ
e aimed at bringing about greater
efficiencies, lowering costs, and keeping our people safe.
We used a drone to complete the scheduled internal
inspection s
urvey for one of our tanks. By using a drone,
we were able to complete the regular inspection more
quickly, while at the same time, capturing imagery which
we can later use to compare against the next inspection,
due on this tank in 2039.
In the past, these regular inspections would be carried
out manually
, with staff having to erect scaffold towers
inside the tank. This severely limited what we could see
each time, meaning we only ever got a small snapshot of
the overall tank. By using a drone, we were able to see
the whole tank, and remove the risk to our team of having
to manually carry out this work.
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Internal tank
scaffold
As we progress the conversion of our tanks for increased
s
torage for fuels New Zealanders need, and maintain
those that are already providing fuels storage, we are
constantly looking for new, and more efficient ways to
achieve our targets. A unique approach trialled by the
team in 2024, saw the construction of a scaffold inside
one of our largest regular petrol tanks, so that the team
could access all aspects of the tank to coat it with
a non-corrosive lining which protects the tank and the
product by forming an impermeable surface. This tank is
already in use, so the quicker we could get this important
job completed, and return the tank to service the better,
and the creative thinking of our team in coming up
with this idea, meant this project of internal coating
was competed in a record ten weeks’ time, with a high
safety factor. This is a very real example of world-class
in action.
Safety engagements
Underpinning our safety culture programme are our
s
afety engagements, which are undertaken by people
across the business. These initiatives encourage
site leaders and supervisors to engage on safety
through focused engagements. Feedback from the
engagements is recorded and analysed for common
themes and used to provide feedback to contractors
as part of their quarterly review. Engagements have
been refined during 2024 to include operational discipline
and o
ther activities within the business. Importantly focus
is on undertaking safety engagements that reinforce
positive behaviours or identify corrective actions with
these engagements being tracked and reported on as
part of the internal Company scorecard.
In 2024, over 540 safety engagements were undertaken
acr
oss the business offering the opportunity for our
leaders and supervisors to engage with employees and
contractors on compliance with our safety management
system. In addition to this monthly all up toolboxes were
conducted to engage with contractors on the site’s
lifesaving rules. Directors also undertake safety walks and
safety talks with employees and contractors throughout
the year.
Total Recordable Case Frequency (TRCF)
and L
ost Time Injury Frequency (LTIF)
From a personal safety performance perspective in 2024,
w
e completed a number of significant projects including
upgrades to our tank secondary containment bunds, fire
systems and transmix returns. Our focus for 2024 has
been on improving reporting by our contractors. As we
near the completion of our conversion programme, the
total number of hours worked on site has decreased,
resulting in an increase in the ‘frequency’ measure.
We have achieved low recordable and lost time injury
rates. Our TRCF and LTIF in 2024 were 1.96 and 0
per 200,000 hours worked respectively with the TRCF
including sprains, strains, minor cuts and eye irritation.
(2023: 0.9 TRCF, 0 LTIF).
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Partnering with local iwi, mana whenua
and communit
y
A material topic
Recognising hapū and iwi responsibilities as mana whenua and kaitiaki over poupouwhenua, the land upon
which w
e stand. Partnering in work to maintain the cultural health of our operational site and the surrounding
area, and informing our partners of potential changes and considering their views.
Engaging our local community to partner with the aim to achieve significant impacts and to continue as a
r
esponsible corporate citizen and neighbour.
Our 2024 delivery
We have continued our focus on building strong and
enduring par
tnerships with the kaitiaki (guardians) over
the poupouwhenua. We are proud of our work and
acknowledge iwi perspectives as we recognise the
intergenerational impact our business has had on
tangata whenua from our region. We are committed to
upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, as we
manage the impact of our operations on the site, and
harbour at Marsden Point, now and in the future.
We have long-term formal relationship agreements with
tw
o of our nearest iwi partners – Patuharakeke and
Te Parawhau. This mechanism gives us a framework to
work through differences and a way to work together in
areas where we share a common interest. This includes
regular kanohi ki te kanohi (face-to-face) hui with our
iwi partners, and a six-monthly joint Mana Whenua
Roopu hui, which brings together leadership from local
iwi. We have open lines of communication with iwi,
and frequently update them on key business decisions,
particularly those in areas of known interest to iwi, such
as protecting our environment, and the future use of
our site.
Throughout 2024 we have worked in agreement with
local hapū on tw
o independent projects.
Community-based marine pest
er
adication plan
Mediterranean Fan Worm (
Sabella spallanzanii) was
first detected in 2008 in New Zealand and has
since proliferated throughout harbours and coastlines.
These non-indigenous worms out-compete other native
taonga species for food and habitat, such as scallops
and mussels.
The cultural and ecological importance of protecting
the local coas
tline and taonga species, is critical
for Patuharakeke as kaitiaki over Poupouwhenua.
Community-led participation is another key feature of
Patuharakeke and Channel's Whakawhanaungatanga
Roopu which aims to support effective and enduring
en
vironmental action. As a result, Channel has
supported a hapū led community-based marine pest
eradication plan.
Poupouwhenua cultural health
monit
oring program
Hapū recognise the strong links between environmental
and eco
systems health to the health and well-being
of people and have long held concerns regarding the
impacts of industrialisation on Poupouwhenua, including
the potential to diminish the relationship of Māori
as kaitiaki of this place. Channel has continued to
collaborate with Patuharakeke in undertaking sediment
and shellfish sampling on both Marsden and Mair banks
Mātaitai area as part of the program of work for both
parties to better understand the health of the Mātaitai
area and surrounding aquatic systems.
Resourcing iwi to fulfil their role as kaitiaki
In September 2024, Channel replaced our Oil Spill
R
esponse Boat and in recognition of Patuharakeke’s
obligation as kaitiaki for the marine area surrounding at
Poupouwhenua, Channel gifted the old Oil Spill Response
Boat to Patuharakeke during the launching ceremony for
Channel’s new boat. In 2024, Patuharakeke used their
boat to support the Iwi response to the whale strandings
in December, with the Iwi able to guide whales back out
of the harbour from the boat.
Iwi internship
In conjunction with Marsden Maritime Holdings we have
cr
eated an internship for an individual from Patuharakeke,
who demonstrates potential and looking for hands-
on work experience. The scope and outline of this
programme has been developed in conjunction with
Patuharakeke. The internship will start in 2025 and
the successful individual will spend time with Marsden
Maritime Holdings and Channel for a 12 month period.
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Equity, diversity and inclusion
A material topic
Attracting, supporting, and maintaining a diverse workforce and healthy working culture.
Our 2024 delivery
At Channel, diversity and inclusion means a commitment
t
o recognising and appreciating the variety of
characteristics that make individuals unique and
removing perceived or tangible barriers to feeling a sense
of belonging, being treated fairly and respectfully and
having equal access to opportunity. We support and
value all of the different experiences and views that
our people bring to work, and we are committed to
practicing inclusion by fostering an environment where
our people respect each other, our customers and
stakeholders. The
differences we all bring to work help
us to drive business performance.
Diversity and inclusion
The Company's Diversity and Inclusion Policy guides
our r
ecruitment, talent management, performance
management, values, and succession planning. This
also articulates the Company's definition of diversity,
and details what metrics are captured and monitored.
The Board annually assesses progress towards diversity
objectives while also making any required updates or
revisions to the policy.
At the end of 2024, Channel had employees from 11
different
ethnicities. Our gender diversity has improved
with 50% (2023: 43%) of the Board and 47% (2023: 33%) of
the corporate and senior leadership team identifying as
female. Of our women, 26% (2023: 26%) are in leadership
positions. Overall, 36% of our employees identify as
female (2023: 32%) and 64% as male (2023: 68%).
The Company wishes to improve its gender, age and
e
thnic diversity so that it better reflects our community,
and promotes the benefits of diversity and inclusion. We
have made great progress in increasing female corporate
and senior leadership team membership but there is
more work to do. We will continue to progress our work
to improve gender diversity, and seek to further build our
cultural inclusiveness.
Developing our people
In 2024 our people were
offered a range of development
opportunities to support understanding and openness,
and foster an inclusive environment, including:
• Delivering Unconscious Bias training to help our
people identify areas of bias in their own thinking;
• Launching “Channel Connections – Wāhine” to create
a communit
y that supports, empowers and inspires
the women at Channel to make a meaningful impact
both through their roles, and in the wider community
• Providing access to an externally provided Te Ao Māori
cour
se for our senior leaders; and
• Development and delivery of a Leadership
De
velopment Programme for 20 identified up and
coming leaders, including two non-Channel employee
leaders within our local iwi.
Early career roles
In 2023-2024 we increased our overall headcount and
br
ought in new roles that suit early career development.
These roles in the laboratory and maintenance team
bring in new diversity and build pathways for young
people to join the organisation.
Pay equity and living wage
We are focused on and committed to pay equity, and
ar
e taking steps to towards achieving this for all our
employees. The gender pay equity gap for the business
was assessed at 16% (2023: 19%). Channel will continue
to review and monitor pay equity. In 2023, we formally
committed to paying the Living Wage to all staff.
Parental leave policy
Channel’s Paid Parental Leave Policy focuses on
s
upporting permanent employees and their families
wellbeing, throughout the parental leave journey. In 2024,
two of our employees were offered support under the
Policy. In line with our overall Company principles, the
Policy also provides an employee benefit that supports
retirement planning and financial security.
Human rights
Modern slavery is a key human rights risk, both in
oper
ations and in supply chains. Channel is committed to
being a responsible corporate citizen and to maintaining
high standards in all of the work that we do. Channel
will not tolerate any form of modern slavery in our
business, including those we do business with. Our
formal policy on modern slavery is available on our
website www.channelnz.com.
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Governance
& Finance
ENVIRONMENTPEOPLE &
COMMUNITY
Material Issues
Open and transparent reporting
Disciplined capital management
Support our customers to provide a resilient fuel
and energy supply chain for New Zealand
Operate our critical infrastructure
safely and reliably
INFRASTRUCTURE
RESILIENCE AND
SECURITY OF SUPPLY
ASSET &
LIFECYCLE
MANAGEMENT
TRANSPARENCY
& FINANCIAL
DISCIPLINE
Objective
The key focus areas outlined in this section are:
• Asset and life cycle management; and
• Security and quality of supply.
We commit to:
• Being open and transparent with our disclosures, and acting in the best interests of our shareholders.
• Supporting our customers and the New Zealand Government with their
efforts to provide a resilient and secure fuel
supply chain for New Zealand.
• Operating our critical infrastructure safely and reliably over the long-term, and as the transition to lower carbon
fuels continue
s, to help ensure that transport fuels are available when needed.
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Sustainable Development Goals
We understand the importance of a strong governance and
financial foundation through which we build our
organisation's growth and resiliency to provide the critical infrastructure and security of supply needed to successfully
transition to a low-carbon economy.
We illustrate our direct contributions to the SDGs through SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure. Our selected
goal link
s to the strategic opportunity for Channel to support the energy transition and keep New Zealanders moving.
Sustainable
Development GoalSDG ReferenceOur Contribution
9.1 Develop quality, reliable, sustainable and resilient
infr
astructure, support economic development and human well-
being, with a focus on affordable and equitable access for all
9.4 By 2030, upgrade infrastructure and retrofit industries to
mak
e them sustainable, with increased resource-use efficiency
and greater adoption of clean and environmentally sound
technologies and industrial processes.
Entered into contracts to deliver two
ne
w growth projects that will see the
construction assets that enhance the
resilience of New Zealand’s fuels supply
chain – Transmix contract and Z Energy
storage contract.
Performance against 2024 focus areas
2024 Focus AreaOur Performance
Continue to progress Site Plan for
Marsden Point
Delivered the Marsden Point Energy Precinct Concept at our Investor Day in October 2024.
Continue to work with
Fortescue in completing their pre-
feasibility assessment
Continued to support Fortescue and leverage relationships to enable meaningful progress
in comple
ting the pre-feasibility assessment. In addition, Channel entered into a Project
Development Agreement with Seadra Energy Inc, whose consortium partners include Qantas,
Rennova and ANZ Bank, to explore the establishment of a biorefinery on Channel’s Marsden
Point site.
Support our customers to meet
their obligations under the incoming
minimum fuel stockholding policy
and submitting to the Government
onshore diesel storage tender
The New Zealand Government pivoted on their policy to procure incremental diesel storage
and is curr
ently consulting on increasing the Minimum Stockholding Obligations for diesel. In
2024 Channel partnered with Z Energy to deliver an additional jet storage tank at Marsden
Point which will facilitate supply chain efficiencies for Z Energy and improve the resiliency of
New Zealand’s jet fuel supply chain.
Transition primary emergency
response capability to
external agencies
Following
significant investment in automated fire-fighting systems to upgrade Channel’s
import terminal system, on 30 June 2024 Channel farewelled the long-serving emergency
response team. As part of this process Channel undertook a successful emergency
response simulation with local responders including FENZ to ensure a smooth transition to
external agencies.
Data tables, summarising our governance and financial performance over the last
five years against a range of
metrics can be found in the Appendix on page 95.
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Infrastructure resilience and security and quality
o
f supply
A material topic
Supporting the delivery of reliable, high-quality fuel by our customers to accommodate changing needs and to
maint
ain their competitiveness.
Our 2024 delivery
Asset ClassRisk / OpportunityImprovement ActionsTiming
Jetty
Underwater condition of
jetty structure
Underwater condition assessment of jetty piles and
structural dolphins
Underway
Concrete durabilityPerform concrete durability studyUnderway
Public access to redundant mooring
pile A8 (s
and bank accretion)
Remove access ladder, demolish pileUnderway
Northport expansionAssess impacts and agree conditions through
cons
enting process
2025-2026
Seismic and tsunami loadingPerform further detailed analysis of seismic and
t
sunami loading on jetty structures
Preliminary
assessment underway
Tanks
Fire system and bund complianceUpgrade
fire systems for petrol and jet tanks
Upgrade bunds to meet HSWA requirements to
agr
eed compliance plans
Completed Q4 2024
2027
Tank
configuration and
appurtenances for product quality
Benchmark tank configurations against industry
practices to assess potential upgrade paths
Underway
Standardisation of tank design and
configuration
for each product type
Develop standard specifications for each product
and implementation plan aligned to tank
maintenance program
Underway
Pipeline
Physical damage due to
e
xcavation works
Regular ground and aerial monitoring of
pipeline easement
In place
Internal/external corrosionCorrosion inhibitor, inspection and
de
fect remediation
In place
Displacement due to land slipRegular geotechnical assessment and remediationIn place
Changing Auckland fuel demandDemand forecasts, implementation of drag
r
educing agent if required
In place
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Preparedness for crisis
Channel takes its preparedness for emergencies
e
xtremely seriously and in 2024 undertook 13 exercises,
with varying scenarios, in crisis response. By mobilising
our teams, as well as partners who, in the event of a
serious incident, would be involved, we can ensure that
the processes and protocols we have in place are fit-for-
purpose, our equipment is up to date, and our wider
team know what to expect, and what to do, in the event
of the real thing.
With new
fire fighting equipment installed, we undertook
a joint exercise with Fire and Emergency New Zealand
(FENZ), which scenario planned a fire in one of our
tanks. Channel’s Incident Management Team (IMT) was
rapidly established, consisting of operational staff who
would be involved in running the response. In addition,
we stood up our Crisis Management Team (CMT) of
senior leaders to prepare management for their role in
an event like this. The coordination between FENZ and
CTS Incident management team was the most valuable
learning from the exercise, in that both groups built
a better understanding of how each would integrate
during an emergency. In addition, FENZ staff in the
field got a comprehensive overview of Channel’s new
firefighting
upgrades.
To ensure that those on the frontline of an emergency
ar
e kept up to date with the latest in industry standards,
12 Channel staff also attended a two-day course,
conducted by a trainer with years of experience in Mines
Rescue, to further develop our understanding of roles and
functions of an Incident Management Team. The overall
feedback identified several key learnings that have been
incorporated as improvements actions to enhance our
emergency response management and functions.
Response to Northland power outage
The Northland power outage in June 2024 resulting
fr
om a fallen transmission tower was a test of Channel
and other lifeline utilities resilience in ensuring the
continued supply of fuel to the Northland and Auckland
markets. Channel initiated incident management and
crisis management teams in response to the event and,
based on pre-prepared contingency plans, immediately
set to work to ensure the safety of our terminal and
pipeline operations and establish emergency backup
generation for on site communications systems. With the
cooperation of our partner lifeline utilities, Northpower
and Vector, it took only a few hours to provision power
to restart Channel's pipeline and ensure uninterrupted
supply of fuel to Auckland and Auckland Airport.
Safety case
Our comprehensive Safety Case for terminal operations
w
as accepted by WorkSafe as part of our business
transition in 2022 and we continually update and
improve the Safety Case to reflect changes in our
operations including recent tank conversions and fire
system upgrades. For more detail, refer to our Safety
Case Summary available on our website.
Safety management systems
As part of our world-class initiative we continued to drive
oper
ational discipline through our systems and culture. In
2024, Channel continued work on opportunities
identified
through our peer review of our safety management
systems including the implementation of new contractor
requirements and regular assurance audits of our
contractors health and safety management systems.
These improvements are supported by a renewed safety
engagement s
ystem in 2024 targeting discipline in the
application of controls for our critical risks through our
life saving rules. The renewed system places emphasis
on taking on-the-job corrective action to reinforce these
important rules and recognising excellence. Through
these engagements, both Channel and contractor
workers and work-sites are regularly engaged to
facilitate on-going adherence to these important
controls and engender a culture of operational discipline.
Tier 1 and 2 process safety incidents
During 2024 we achieved world-class process safety
perf
ormance with no API Tier 1 or 2 process safety
incidents. This excellent result has been achieved through
our continued focus on operational discipline and
ongoing maintenance and upgrade of our terminal
facilities. To maintain this sustained high level of
performance, in 2024 we implemented new targets aimed
at ensuring learnings from even the most minor incidents
and near-misses are captured and implemented in order
to further improve our process safety performance.
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Asset and life cycle management
A material topic
Ability to manage infrastructure and operational asset life cycle risks.
Our 2024 delivery
Channel's Strategic Asset Management Plan (SAMP),
which w
as developed by drawing on support from
external experts, outlines over the long-term, the way
the business will manage asset design, construction,
operation, maintenance and disposal. The objective of
the SAMP is to seek the optimal life cycle cost while
maintaining the resilience and performance required to
support our critical infrastructure operations.
Through 2024, work on our strategic asset management
plan has been f
ocused on aligning our asset
management principles and decision making criteria to
support our world-class operator objective introduced
through our refreshed strategy. In addition we have
incorporated the insights from our climate risk
assessments in to our terminal and pipeline asset
management plans to support long-term infrastructure
reliability and resilience.
A key output of this work is our long-term funding plan
mapping out the as
set investments needed to support
business objectives through our budgeting process.
Channel's SAMP project is a key workstream annually for
the Board's HSEO Committee.
100%
Tank availability
>99%
Pipeline availability
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Financial discipline
A material topic
Transparency and financial discipline.
Channel’s
financial sustainability is critical to delivery of
our ESG goals and Company strategy. Channel’s capital
management framework is to pay 60-70% of normalised
free cash flow as a dividend and maintain credit metrics
consistent with a shadow BBB+ credit rating. Channel
is also focused on delivering growth opportunities with
contracted returns above our weighted average cost of
capital. To this end following a year of significant delivery
against our growth ambition with the addition of three
new growth projects to our site, the Company raised an
additional $50 million to fund the growth opportunities
and position Channel to execute on further on-strategy
growth opportunities should they eventuate. Channel’s
net debt to EBITDA as at 31 December
2024 was 3.1.
Channel is also committed to cost discipline and
a stable dividend. Operating costs increased by
only 3% and included investment in world-class
capabilities. Inflationary headwinds were offset by
prudent management o
f discretionary spend and
negotiation of supply agreements, for example with our
electricity provider. Channel has also announced a final
ordinary dividend of 6.6 cents per share taking the total
dividends for the year to 11 cents per share for the 2024
financial year.
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Appendices
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Appendix 1 - GHG emissions inventory
r
eport FY24
This report is the annual Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Inventory for Channel Infrastructure NZ Limited (Channel) for
1 January 2024 to 31 December 2024. Channel is committed to carbon accounting and reporting in line with global
best practice, and this inventory has been measured in accordance with the Greenhouse Gas Protocol: A Corporate
Accounting and Reporting Standard (2004) and the Greenhouse Gas Protocol Corporate Value Chain (Scope 3)
Accounting and Reporting Standard (together the GHG Protocol).
EY has been appointed as the third-party independent assurance provider for this report. A reasonable level of
as
surance has been given over the scope 1 and 2 emissions included in this report and a limited level of assurance over
the scope 3 emissions. This report forms part of Channel’s Sustainability Report 2024, which includes Channel’s Climate
Related Disclosures.
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory
Channel's GHG emissions
Our direct emissions
GHG emissions released into atmosphere as a direct result of our operations
Fuel consumed by
stationary and mobile
combustion equipment
Wastewater
treatment
Powering our operations
GHG emissions resulting from purchased electricity we consume to power our offices and operating site
SCOPE 1
SCOPE 2
SCOPE 3
Lease of
downstream
assets
e.g: Wiri
Fuel and energy related activity emissions e.g: transmission
and distribution losses and upstream emissions from the
production of fuel consumed by Channel
Purchased
goods and
services and
capital goods
Upstream
Downstream
Waste
sent to
landfill
Business
travel,
staff
commute
Fugitive emissions released from transport
fuel storage and refrigeration systems,
lab equipment and switch gear
Indirect
emissions
Indirect
emissions other
than Scope 2,
relating to our
value chain
Emissions associated with the fuel that Channel stores and transports
Channel considers that emissions associated with the fuels that Channel stores and transports but does not own or
sell are not Channel’s scope 3 emissions except while those fuels are on Channel's site. Accordingly, these emissions are
not reported in Channel’s GHG emissions inventory.
The requirements of the GHG Protocol and Aotearoa New Zealand Climate Standards (Climate Standards) have been
cons
idered in making this assessment. The rationale for the conclusion reached is disclosed in the section below.
Channel undertakes to continue to monitor the treatment and disclosure of emissions associated with third party
pr
oducts that are stored or transported and will consider any material changes to reporting standards.
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How the emissions are generated
Emissions associated with the fuel that is stored and transported through Channel’s infrastructure include both
emis
sions resulting from the extraction and production of the fuel (“Well to Tank” emissions), and emissions resulting
from final use (combustion) of the fuel (“Tank to Wheel” emissions).
EmissionsConsideration of Channel’s organisational boundary and operational control
Well to Tank emissions
The crude oil extraction, transportation, refining
and procurement of finished fuel products occur outside of
Channel’s organisational boundary and the activities are outside of Channel’s operational control.
Tank to Wheel emissions
The distribution, marketing, sale and consumption of the fuel products stored and transported by
Channel occur
s outside of Channel’s organisational boundary and the activities are outside of Channel’s
operational control.
Assessment
Organisational Boundary (scope 1 and 2 emissions)
The GHG Protocol, requires an entity to select a control approach to clearly
define its organisational boundary and
reporting boundary, and then consistently apply these boundaries when determining its GHG emissions inventory.
Channel has applied the operational control consolidation approach, meaning that the organisational boundary of
Channel’s GHG emissions inventory is defined by those emissions over which Channel has operational control (refer to
Organisational Boundary section).
Channel is an energy infrastructure business providing the infrastructure (import terminal, storage tanks and pipeline)
t
o store and transport fuel products imported by its customers. Channel does not own or sell the fuel products that it
stores and transports.
Channel does not have operational control over the emissions associated with the fuel that it stores and transports
e
xcept while those fuels are on site. Specifically, Channel:
• Is not involved in the exploration, development or production of the refined fuels that it stores and transports,
• Is not involved in the commercial distribution, marketing or refining of the refined fuels that it stores and transports,
• Does not at any point in the supply chain take ownership of the refined
fuels that it stores and transports, and
• Does not at any point in the supply chain sell the refined fuels that it stores and transports to the end user.
This means that the emissions associated with the fuels that Channel stores and transports but does not own or sell
ar
e not within Channel’s operational control and therefore not include in Channel's scope 1 or scope 2 emissions, other
than fugitive emissions from the fuels while those fuels are on Channel's site.
Value chain (scope 3 emissions)
Channel’s value chain includes all the activities, materials, resources, and relationships required to keep its services
(s
torage and transportation of fuel products) operational and available to customers.
The scope 3 GHG emissions from Channel’s value chain predominantly consist of emissions from the goods, services
and capit
al items purchased to develop and maintain Channel’s terminal and pipeline operations. It also includes
emissions from activities such as disposal of waste generated in operations, business travel, employee commuting, fuel
and energy related activities and downstream leased assets.
The emissions associated with the fuels that Channel stores and transports but does not own or sell are not included in
the lis
t of scope 3 activities defined in the GHG Protocol.
Relevance of “other” scope 3 emissions
The GHG Protocol includes an “other” scope 3 category for optional reporting of emissions from other relevant scope 3
activitie
s that occur in the value chain but are not included in the list of scope 3 activities defined in the GHG Protocol.
To determine the relevance of scope 3 emissions, the GHG Protocol presents a set of principles for accounting and
r
eporting an entity’s scope 3 inventory, and a set of criteria to consider.
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Judgement has been applied to determine the relevance of the emissions associated with the fuels that Channel
s
tores and transports but does not own or sell to Channel’s stakeholders. These emissions are not considered relevant
to decisions relating to Channel and its operations because:
• Channel has no influence over the procurement decisions of its customers or the buying and consumption habits of
consumers, and
• Channel’s infrastructure is able to store and transport lower-carbon fuels without modification as New Zealand
tr
ansitions to a lower emissions economy.
FY24 location-based scope 1 and 2 emissions (tCO
2
e)
5000
4000
3000
2000
1000
0
Scope 1 and 2 emissions
over time (tCO
2
-e)
FY24 Scope 1 and 2 emissions
by source (tCO
2
-e)
FY24
Wastewater treatment
Refrigerants
Crude storage
Stationary combustion
Mobile combustion
Electricity (Location-based)
FY23
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Channel's FY24 GHG Emissions (tCO
2
e)
AssuredNot assured
FY24
1
FY23
2
ScopeEmissions CategoryEmissions (tCO
2
-e)Emissions (tCO
2
-e)
Direct Emissions Scope 1
Fuel consumed by stationary and mobile
combus
tion equipment
561974
Wastewater treatment132189
Fugitive Emissions released from crude oil
s
torage and refrigerant systems
265326
Total Scope 1 Emissions9581,489
Indirect Emissions Scope 2Electricity (Location-based)2,1672,548
Electricity (Market-based)52,548
Total Scope 1 and 2 Emissions (Location-
based)3,1254,037
Total Scope 1 and 2 Emissions (Market-based)9634,037
Indirect Emissions Scope 3C1 Purchased Goods and Services4,183Not reported
C2 Capital Goods8,015Not reported
C3 Fuel and Energy Related Activities - Fuel140Not reported
C3 Fuel and Energy Related Activities -
Electricit
y T&D Loss
3
158Not reported
C5 Waste Generated in Operations1,349Not reported
C6 Business Travel109Not reported
C7 Employee Commuting313Not reported
C13 Downstream Leased Assets256Not reported
Total Scope 3 Emissions14,523Not reported
Total Emissions (Location-based)17,648Not reported
Total Emissions (Market-based)15,486Not reported
Not assuredNot assured
Scope 1 and 2 Emissions (Market-based)
Int
ensity tCO2-e / million litres of throughput
0.261.15
1 FY24 is the Scope 3 baseline year
2 FY23 is the Scope 1 and 2 baseline year
3 T&D loss: Transmission and distribution losses from the electrical network. As electricity travels through powerlines, a proportion of energy is lost as heat
due t
o the resistance in the lines.
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Scope 2 electricity emissions
Scope 2 emissions have been calculated using both location and market-based calculations. Channel uses market-
bas
ed calculations for GHG emissions targets and reporting purposes. The market-based emissions calculation
reflects Channel’s long-term supply agreement with Mercury Energy which includes Energy Attribute Certificates
certifying that electricity has been generated from renewable sources. The location-based emissions calculation
reflects the default grid emissions factor.
AssuredNot assured
CategoryUnitFY24FY23
Location-based emissionstCO
2
-e2,1672,548
Market-based emissionstCO
2
-e52,548
Not assuredNot assured
Electricity consumptionkWh29,721,35934,346,169
Emissions by gas type (this section is not subject to assurance)
Channel includes scope 1 and scope 2 emissions from the seven Kyoto Greenhouse Gases in its GHG inventory,
expressed as CO
2
-e (CO
2
equivalent):
• Carbon dioxide (CO
2
),
• Sulphur
hexafluoride (SF
6
),
• Methane (CH
4
),
• Nitrous oxide (N
2
O),
•Hydrofluorocarbons
(HFCs),
•Perfluorocarbons
(PFCs),
• Nitrogen
trifluoride (NF
3
)
.
Channel did not emit any SF
6,
PFCs, or NF
3
in the 2024 financial year.
Scope
CO2
tCO
2
-e
CH4
tCO
2
-e
N2O
tCO
2
-e
HFCs
tCO
2
-e
Total
tCO
2
-e
Scope 159210052215959
Scope 2 (Market-based)5---5
Total59710052215964
The GHG emissions by Gas type in tonnes of the specific type of gas, is shown below.
Scopet CO
2
t CH4t N2Ot HFCs
Scope 15923.560.190.11
Scope 2 (Market-based)5---
Total5973.560.190.11
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Comparison to previous and baseline years
Channel’s baseline year for scope 1 and scope 2 emissions is FY23. This year was chosen as the baseline year as it is
the
first full year of import terminal operations. The baseline year for scope 3 emissions is FY24 as this is the first year
that Channel has reported these emissions.
AssuredNot assured
ScopeFY24
1
FY23
2
% change
Scope 1tCO
2
-e9581,489-36%
Scope 2 (Location-based)tCO
2
-e2,1672,548-15%
Scope 2 (Market-based)tCO
2
-e52,548-100%
Scope 3tCO
2
-e14,523Not reported-
Total Scope 1 and 2 Emissions (Location-based)tCO
2
-e3,1254,037-23%
Total Scope 1 and 2 Emissions (Market-based)tCO
2
-e9634,037-76%
Not assuredNot assured
Scope 1 and 2 Emissions (Market-based) Intensity tCO2-
e / million litres of throughput
tCO
2
-e
per million litr
es
throughput
0.261.15-77%
1 FY24 is the scope 3 baseline year
2 FY23 is the Scope 1 and 2 baseline year
In the 2024
financial year Channel achieved a reduction in total scope 1 and 2 (market-based) emissions of 76%
1
compared to the FY23 baseline. The reduction primarily relates to the use of EACs from 1 January 2024.
Scope 1 emissions reduced 36 % compared to the FY23 baseline due to:
• Reduction in diesel usage as a result of the optimisation of the onsite boiler operation and reduction in mobile
equipment oper
ation for decommissioning and capital project activities during the year.
• Reduction in fugitive emissions from crude oil storage as Channel’s customers removed the last of their residual
crude oil fr
om storage at the end of April 2024.
These reductions in scope 1 emissions were partially offset by an increase in the emissions associated with Channel's
r
efrigerant systems which required top-ups of gases during the year.
Underlying electricity consumption (scope 2 location-based emissions) also reduced year-on-year due to the full year
impact o
f the replacement of the legacy instrument air compressor and decommissioning of the cooling water system
in Q3 2023.
Channel notes that the business is undergoing a phase of rapid growth with three new growth projects announced
in FY
24 which will involve capital expenditure of $55-$66 million over FY24-FY26 and generate revenues of $11 million
per annum by FY27. As a result, Channel's GHG emissions are anticipated to grow over the next few financial years
with the emissions intensity expected to start reducing by FY27 once the revenue associated with the growth projects
commences (based on Channel's existing business operations, excluding the impact of any other growth projects or
growth beyond Marsden Point).
Base-year recalculation policy
Base-year data may need to be revised when material changes occur and have an impact on calculated emissions.
This include
s:
• If additional emission sources are discovered and represent more than 5% of the total GHG inventory.
• If emission factors change substantially and are relevant to prior years (e.g. if the science behind a factor
changed); or
• If the operational boundary changes
significantly.
1
Using the market-based methodology for scope 2 emissions
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Organisational Boundary
The organisational boundary for Channel’s GHG inventory was set with reference to the methodology described in the
GHG P
rotocol. Channel has applied the operational control consolidation approach, meaning that the organisational
boundary of Channel’s GHG inventory is defined by those emissions over which Channel has operational control.
This consolidation approach allows Channel to focus on those emissions sources over which it has control and can
therefore implement management actions, consistent with Channel’s sustainability strategy.
Channel’s organisational boundary encompasses the activities shown in the diagram below.
ChannelCustomer
Customer
Crude oil extraction
Crude oil extraction
Truck loading facility
Crude oil transport
Fuel transport
Wiri Terminal
to Auckland Airport
pipeline
Bunker fuel
transported via
coastal shipping
Fuel Storage
Oil refinery operations
Oil refinery operations
Fuel
transport
Marsden Point
jetties
Jet supply
Petrol supply
Diesel supply
Marsden Point
to Auckland
pipeline
Laboratory
Fuels testing
performed at various
points in the fuels
supply chain
Wiri Terminal
(Leased)
Marsden Point
terminal
290ML
fuel storage
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Channel’s corporate structure
Channel’s corporate structure is shown in the diagram below.
Channel Terminal
Services Limited
Operator of Marsden
Point Import Terminal
and pipeline
Independent
Petroleum
Laboratory
Limited
Specialist fuels
testing with testing
laboratories
at Marsden Point
and in Taranaki
Maranga
Ra Holdings
Limited
A non-operating
shelf company
A non-operating
shelf company
CHI Future
Development
Limited
The New Zealand
Refining Nominees
Limited
Custodian of the
NZ Refining Company
Defined Benefit
Pension Plan Assets
Channel
Infrastructure
NZ Limited
The New Zealand
Refining Nominees Limited, which Channel had an interest in during the reporting period, is excluded
from the GHG emissions inventory. This is because the Company acts as custodian of the assets belonging to the
New Zealand Refining Pension Fund, a legacy defined benefit Restricted Workplace Savings Scheme. The Pension Fund
is independently governed and is therefore not under direct or operational control of Channel as it does not make
the investment decisions for the Pension Fund and the administration of the Fund is carried out by an independent
third party.
Methodologies and uncertainties
Emissions factors and Global Warming Potential (GWP) rates
Channel calculates emissions by multiplying activity data with appropriate emissions factors. Where possible, emission
f
actors are sourced from:
• The latest publication of the Ministry for the Environment’s (MfE) Measuring Emissions: A guide for organisations. This
publication supplies the emissions factors used in the following calculations:
– Scope 1 Refrigerant Emissions, Stationary Combustion Emissions and Mobile Combustion Emissions
– Scope 2 Electricity (Location Based Method Emissions)
– Scope 3 Electricity - Transmission & Distribution Losses, Waste Generated in Operations Emissions, Employee
C
ommuting Emissions.
– MfE supplied GWP values are also used to convert calculated Methane, N2O and SF6 emissions to
tCO
2e emissions.
• The latest publication of Australian Government Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and
W
ater (DCCEEW) Australian National Greenhouse Account Factors. This publication supplies the emissions factors
used in the following calculations:
– Scope 3 FERA Emissions from fuels consumed by mobile and stationary combustion sources.
In the absence of emissions factors in these documents, relevant sector information is used:
• Market Economics Limited, research report prepared for Auckland Council - Consumption Emissions Modelling
(Mar
ch 2023) (for scope 3 spend-based methods)
• BRANZ CONSTRUCT v3.0 Report – (emission factors for scope 3 Purchased Goods).
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MfE and DCCEEW use GWP's from the IPCC’s Fifth Assessment Report (GWP100). Market Economic Limited's
C
onsumption Emissions Modelling uses GWP's from the IPCC's Fourth Assessment report (GWP100), whilst the BRANZ
CO2NSTRUCT Report does not disclose the source of GWP's used to derive emissions factors.
Calculation methods, assumptions and uncertainties
Channel’s GHG emissions inventory covers all material emission sources and has generally adopted the most specific
calculation methods that its data currently allows.
The table below provides an overview of the emission sources covered by Channel’s GHG emissions inventory, including
calculation me
thods, assumptions made, and an assessment of the uncertainty.
Emissions source
Calculation methodData sourceData quality and uncertainty
Scope 1
Fuel consumed by
s
tationary and
mobile combustion
equipment
Activity (Fuel)
bas
ed method
Supplier invoices and fuel
car
d data
High quality data. Reliant on completeness and accuracy of
s
upplier invoiced data.
High Certainty GHG Inventory estimation; calculations
comple
ted based on high quality activity data and published
MfE Emissions factor.
Wastewater
tr
eatment
Activity (Chemical
O
xygen
Demand, COD)
based method
Calculated from
w
astewater feed
processed and average:
a) COD of feed, and
b) conversion of COD to
or
ganic matter
Reasonable quality data.
Refer notes below for commentary on data sources,
calculation me
thodology and assumptions used.
Moderate-Low certainty GHG Inventory estimation;
calculations ar
e based on industry standard correlations
using reasonable quality data and published MfE Emissions
factor. There is inherent model uncertainty associated with
industry correlation and additional uncertainty introduced by
the key assumption on COD conversion, Nitrogen in feed and
COD:BOD (Biochemical Oxygen Demand) ratio.
Fugitive Emissions
r
eleased crude
oil storage
Fugitive emissions
calculat
ed based
on method
presented in AP-42
Chapter 7 with
guidance stated
in API 2021
GHG Compendium
Storage Tank design data
and mechanical
configurations
Reasonable quality data.
Refer notes below for commentary on data sources,
calculation me
thodology and assumptions used.
Moderately high certainty GHG Inventory estimation;
calculations ar
e based on industry standard correlations using
reasonable quality data and published MfE Emissions factor.
Fugitive emissions
r
eleased from
refrigeration
systems
Top up methodSite survey report
fr
om refrigeration system
maintenance provider
High quality data.
Reliant on completeness and accuracy of record of refrigerant
t
op-up for the year from supplier.
High Certainty GHG Inventory estimation; calculations
comple
ted based on high quality activity data and published
MfE Emissions factors.
Scope 2
Electricity
(Location-based)
Location based
method, using
activity data
Consumption report from
electricity supplier
High quality data. Reliant on completeness and accuracy of
supplier invoiced data.
High Certainty GHG Inventory estimation; calculations
comple
ted based on high quality activity data and published
MfE Emissions factor for purchased grid-average electricity
(2023 annual average)
Electricity (Market-
bas
ed)
Market-based
me
thod, using
activity data and
EAC
certificates for each
individual ICP covered by
the energy provider.
High quality data. Reliant on completeness and accuracy of
s
upplier invoiced data and supplier provided emissions factors
for electricity supplied from renewable energy facilities.
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Emissions source
Calculation methodData sourceData quality and uncertainty
EAC emission
f
actors and
Residual Supply
Emissions factors
Consumption report from
electricity suppliers for
non EAC bundled
electricity consumption.
High Certainty GHG Inventory estimation; calculations
completed based on:
• high quality activity data and supplier specific emissions
f
actors (EACs), and
• high quality activity data and the BraveTrace RSF.
Scope 3
C1 Purchased
Goods
and S
ervices
Spend
bas
ed method
Internal
financial records
Reasonable quality data. Company spend is taken from
int
ernal financial records (opex balance). 100% of relevant
opex spend is included in the spend based calculation. Data
is allocated to broad spend based categories that represent
the cost category but may not always accurately reflect the
actual purchased goods and services.
Moderate-Low certainty GHG Inventory estimation; the
financial
data is reasonable quality due to parameter
uncertainty (company spend data can be broad and not
always align with a single spend based category). There
is also inherent model uncertainty associated with using a
statistically derived spend based emissions factor.
C2 Capital GoodsAverage-
pr
oduct method
Tonnage of concrete, steel
and aluminium us
ed on
site from supplier invoices
High quality data. Reliant on completeness and accuracy
o
f supplier provided activity data for the Average-product
method of calculating GHG Emissions (concrete, steel
and aluminium).
Moderate certainty GHG Inventory estimation; calculations
comple
ted based on high quality activity data and average
product emissions factors. There is inherent uncertainty in the
accuracy of the average product emissions factors.
Spend-
bas
ed method
Internal
financial records
capex project spend
Reasonable quality data. Company spend is taken from
int
ernal financial records (capex balance). 100% of relevant
capex spend is included in the spend based calculation
(capex spend is backed out of the capex balance for
materials that have GHG emissions calculated based on
activity data). capex is allocated to broad spend based
categories that represent Channel's spending patterns
on major projects that account for >70% of Channel's
capex spend.
Moderate-Low certainty GHG Inventory estimation; the
financial
data is reasonable quality due to parameter
uncertainty (company spend data can be broad and not
always align with a single spend based category). There
is also inherent model uncertainty associated with using a
statistically derived spend based emissions factor.
C3 Fuel and
Ener
gy Related
Activities - Fuel
Average
dat
a method
Supplier invoices and fuel
car
d data
High quality data. Reliant on completeness and accuracy of
s
upplier invoiced data.
Moderately high certainty GHG Inventory estimation;
calculations comple
ted based on high quality activity data
and published scope 3 Emissions factor (supplier specific
emissions factors not available).
C3 Fuel and
Ener
gy Related
Activities -
Electricity T&D Loss
Average
dat
a method
Consumption report from
electricit
y supplier
High data quality. Reliant on completeness and accuracy of
s
upplier invoiced data.
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Emissions source
Calculation methodData sourceData quality and uncertainty
High certainty GHG Inventory estimation; calculations
comple
ted based on high quality activity data and published
MfE emissions factor.
C5 Waste
Gener
ated
in Operations
Waste type
specific
method
Supplier invoices and
Certificates
of Destruction
Reasonable quality data. Reliant on completeness and
accur
acy of supplier invoiced data.
Refer notes below for commentary on data sources,
calculation me
thodology and assumptions used.
Moderate-Low certainty GHG Inventory estimation;
calculations ar
e based on reasonable quality data and
either published MfE Emissions factor (when applicable) or an
Emissions factor derived via the methodology outlined in the
MfE detailed guide. There is inherent uncertainty in both MfE
presented emissions factors and calculated emissions factors.
C6 Business TravelSupplier
specific
data (Air travel)
Air travel provider issued
GHG emis
sions report
High quality data. Reliant on completeness and accuracy of
s
upplier provided data.
High certainty GHG Inventory estimation; emissions data
pr
ovided directly by Air travel provider (supplier specific data).
Spend based
me
thod
(Road travel)
Supplier invoices and
Int
ernal financial records
Reasonable quality data. Company spend on road-based
bus
iness travel is taken from internal financial records
(opex balance).
Moderate-low certainty GHG Inventory estimation; the
financial
data is reasonable quality due to parameter
uncertainty (company spend data can be broad and not
always align with a single spend based category). There
is also inherent model uncertainty associated with using a
statistically derived spend based emissions factor.
C7 Employee
C
ommuting
Distance
bas
ed method
Staff
survey confirming
age of private vehicle,
type of engine
and distance travelled
per week for each
staff member
Reasonable quality data.
Staff survey completed to confirm
age of vehicle, engine type/size, and distance travelled per
week for each staff member, however not all staff participated
in the survey.
Moderate certainty GHG Inventory estimation; calculations
comple
ted based on reasonable quality activity data and
published MfE Emissions factor.
C13 Downstream
L
eased Assets
Lessor
specific
method
Externally published GHG
emis
sion data of lessor
Reasonable quality data. Reliant on lessor external reporting
accur
ately reflecting their share of of the GHG emissions of the
leased assets (Wiri terminal).
Moderately high certainty GHG Inventory estimation;
calculations ar
e based on reasonable quality data.
Additional information on the calculation methods and assumptions used for the emissions sources that require a
higher le
vel of assessment is provided below.
Purchased goods and services and capital goods:
• Product or supplier specific data is not available for most purchased products or capital goods emissions (Scope
3
, Categories 1 and 2). For these categories, Channel has adopted the spend-based method and average product
method to estimate emissions. This approach has limitations, both with regards to the activity data used, which
is allocated into broader purchasing categories rather than individual products, and in relation to the emission
factors used.
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• The spend based method classifies each product or service group and then multiplies the economic value of
the pr
oduct or service group purchased by the emissions factor per dollar of use for the specific product or
service group.
• The average product method multiples activity data (volume or weight) of specific products by standard specified
emissions factors per product type.
• In the
specific case of Capital Project spend (Scope 3 Category 2) the total spend ($ value) has been split into four
broad categories of spend as follows, based on typical project cost estimate breakdowns (%):
– 20% of total spend is estimated to be on design engineering and project management services. This is classified
as “Architectural and Engineering Services” and assigned an emissions factor of 0.065 ktCO
2
-e / $million.
– 48% of total spend is estimated to be on construction and installation services. This is classified as “Non-
r
esidential building construction” and assigned an emissions factor of 0.212 ktCO
2
-e / $million.
– 30% of total spend is estimated to be on civil engineering services. This is classified as “Civil Engineering Services”
and as
signed an emissions factor of 0.194 ktCO
2
-e / $million.
– 2% of total spend is estimated to be on Electrical installation work. This is classified as “Electrical installation work”
and as
signed an emissions factor of 0.163 ktCO
2
-e / $million.
Wastewater emissions:
• Methane, CO
2
and N2O generation from wastewater treatment is calculated via the method set out in API
C
ompendium of GHG emissions methodologies for the Oil and Natural Gas industry (2021).
• Conversion of Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) present in wastewater feed to activated sludge removed from the
s
ystem is 72%, based on validated historical data and confirmed via crosscheck with operational data.
• A methane conversion factor of 0.1 has been used based on API Compendium Table 7-81 for aerobic
w
astewater systems.
• Nitrogen present in the wastewater feed is estimated at 0.045kg N/m
3
which is considered appropriate relative to
the amount meas
ured during refining operations.
• The CO
2
generation calculation is based on the reduction in Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) across the
w
astewater treatment plant. The BOD reduction is inferred from the COD reduction across the wastewater plant,
assuming a COD:BOD ratio of 2:1 which is typical for industrial wastewater plants.
Fugitive emissions:
• Fugitive emissions per crude tank are calculated as 3t/month based on the method outlined in AP-42, 5
th
Edition,
Chap
ter7 and is consistent with historically verified data.
• Methane concentration in “live” crude oil vapour is 15% as set out in API Compendium of GHG emissions
me
thodologies for the Oil and Natural Gas industry (2021).
Emissions from waste generated in operations:
• Channel applies the recycled content method of the GHG Protocol to the waste Channel generates that is recycled
thr
ough use as a fuel by third parties. This method allocates the recycling emissions to the user of the recycled
material. Emissions associated with recycling the material or combusting the waste-derived fuel do not form part
of Channel’s GHG inventory. Waste generated in Channel’s operations that is recycled as waste-derived fuels
include sludge, sawdust, wood, cardboard and hydrocarbons. The emissions associated with material recovery for
recycling (i.e. recovery, sorting and preparation processes that typically consume diesel or electricity) are included in
Channel’s scope 1 and 2 GHG inventory.
• Channel has calculated GHG emissions for waste generated in operations via a waste-specific method. All waste
s
treams generated from operations on Channel's site have been monitored and reported to ensure activity data is
available for the GHG Inventory calculation.
• Several waste streams have been disposed of to landfill in a Class 1 Municipal landfill with gas recovery. Appr
opriate
emission factors for waste specifically classified in the MfE detailed guide (i.e. general waste, food waste) with
disposal to Class 1 landfills with gas recovery are sourced from Table 75 of the MfE 2024 detailed guide.
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• Emissions factors for soil contaminated with inorganic metals and hydrocarbon is calculated in accordance with
s
ection 10.3.3 of the MfE 2024 detailed guide. The concentration of hydrocarbon was determined from soil samples,
with degradable organic carbon content derived from chemical formulae.
• Emissions factors for speciality chemicals sent to landfill are calculated in accordance with section 10.3.3 of the MfE
2
024 detailed guide, with degradable organic carbon content derived from chemical formulae.
• Emissions from spent catalyst sent for metal recovery and disposal (by landfill) are calculated by multiplying the
amount o
f carbon (coke) content in the spent catalyst by the ratio of molecular weight of CO
2
to carbon (44/12).
The carbon content of spent catalyst is calculated as 87% of the laboratory analysed Loss on Ignition (LOI) content.
All carbon present in the spent catalyst is converted to CO
2
in a thermal treatment process (kilning). Post thermal
treatment all material reclaimed as metal or sent to landfill is inert.
• Waste disposed of through combustion has been
classified as similar in composition to diesel and the GHG
emissions are calculated by multiplying the activity data (volume of material) by the diesel stationary combustion
emissions factor (industrial use).
GHG emissions source exclusions
The following emissions sources have been excluded from the GHG emissions inventory:
Emissions sourceExplanation
Emissions associated with the fuel that
Channel s
tores and transports
Channel considers that emissions associated with the fuels that Channel stores and
transports but does not own or sell are not Channel’s scope 3 emissions except while
those fuels are on Channel's site. Accordingly, these emissions are not reported in
Channel’s GHG emissions inventory.
Industrial gases used for welding on Channel
o
wned sites (scope 1)
Gases associated with welding activities is considered to be minor.
Refrigerant top-up at leased office
space in
Auckland and New Plymouth (scope 3).
Refrigerant top up at these leased
office spaces is considered to be de minimis.
Transportation of materials (scope 3)
Emissions associated with the transport of purchased materials to Channels sites, and
tr
ansport of materials to waste disposal facilities are immaterial compared to the
materials embodied emissions, which are included in the inventory.
The cost of transport that is recorded separately from the materials is captured in the
spend bas
ed approach and therefore included in C1 Purchased Goods and Services.
Emissions generated from vessels
dis
charging or bunkering fuel (scope 3)
Emissions generated from vessels discharging or bunkering fuel while alongside the
je
tty have not been included in Channel's GHG Inventory as the FY24 data is not
available to calculate the GHG emissions.
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Independent Assurance Report to Channel Infrastructure NZ Limited
Limited Assurance Conclusion – Scope 3 GHG emissions
Based on our limited assurance procedures performed and the evidence we have obtained, nothing has come to
our attention that causes us to believe that Channel Infrastructure NZ Limited’s consolidated gross scope 3
Greenhouse Gas (“GHG”) emissions, additional required disclosures of gross GHG emissions and gross GHG
emissions methods, assumptions and estimation uncertainty, within the scope of our limited assurance engagement
(as outlined below) (together “GHG disclosures”) included in the 2024 Sustainability Report for the year ended 31
December 2024 (“Sustainability Report”) are not fairly presented and not prepared, in all material respects, in
accordance with the Aotearoa New Zealand Climate Standards (“NZ CS”) issued by the External Reporting Board
(" XRB”).
Reasonable Assurance Opinion – Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions
In our opinion, Channel Infrastructure NZ Limited’s consolidated gross scope 1 and 2 (location and market based)
Greenhouse Gas (“GHG”) emissions, additional required disclosures of gross GHG emissions, and gross GHG
emissions methods, assumptions and estimation uncertainty, within the scope of our reasonable assurance
engagement (as outlined below) (together “GHG disclosures”) included within the 2024 Sustainability Report for
the year ended 31 December 2024 (“Sustainability Report”), are fairly presented and prepared, in all material
respects, in accordance Aotearoa New Zealand Climate Standards (“NZ CS”) issued by the External Reporting Board
("XRB”).
Scope
Ernst & Young Limited (‘EY’) has undertaken an assurance engagement, to issue a:
Limited assurance report on Channel Infrastructure NZ Limited’s (the “Company” or “Channel”):
• Consolidated gross GHG emissions:
•scope 3 on page 81;
• additional requirements for the disclosure of GHG emissions on pages 78 to 80, 84 to 86 and 90
• GHG emissions methods, assumptions and estimation uncertainty on pages 86 to 90.
Reasonable assurance report on Channel’s:
• Consolidated gross GHG emissions:
•scope 1 on page 81;
•scope 2 (location-based and market-based) on page 81;
• additional requirements for the disclosure of GHG emissions on pages 78 to 79, 82, 84 to 86 and 90;
• GHG emissions methods, assumptions and estimation uncertainty on pages 86 to 90.
included in the Sustainability Report for the year ended 31 December 2024 (the “Subject Matter” or “GHG
disclosures”).
Our assurance engagement does not extend to any other information included, or referred to, in the
Sustainability Report that is not contained in the Subject Matter described above, including information on pages
1 to 77, 80 to 83 and 95 to 107. We have not performed any assurance procedures with respect to this excluded
information and, therefore, no conclusion is expressed on it.
Criteria applied by Channel
In preparing the GHG disclosures, Channel applied NZ CS (the “Criteria”). In applying the Criteria the methods and
assumptions used are described on pages 78 and 84 to 90 of the GHG disclosures, as are the estimation
uncertainties inherent in the methods and assumptions used.
Key Matters
In this section we present those matters that, in our professional judgement, were most significant in undertaking
our assurance engagement over the GHG Disclosures. These matters were addressed in the context of our
assurance engagement, and in forming our conclusion. We did not reach a separate assurance conclusion on each
individual key matter.
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Emissions associated with the fuel that Channel stores and transports
Why significant Procedures to address key matter
Channel is required to disclose its scope 1, 2 and 3
GHG emissions. In doing so, Channel uses the GHG
Protocol Corporate Accounting and Reporting
Standard and the Greenhouse Gas Protocol
Corporate Value Chain (Scope 3) Standard (together
the “GHG Protocol”) to consider the measurement
of these emissions.
Channel has chosen not to include emissions related
to the fuel that it stores and transports in its scope
3 emissions. The rationale for this exclusion is set
out on pages 78 to 80 of the Sustainability Report.
The scale of the emissions from these activities
would be very significant to reported GHG emission
inventory if they were included. The GHG Protocol
requires management judgement to evaluate
whether these emissions should be included within
Channel’s GHG emission inventory. NZ CS requires
entities to disclose a summary of specific exclusions
of emissions sources and a rationale for their
exclusion.
In considering the treatment of emissions associated
with fuel that Channel stores and transports we:
• Obtained an understanding of the
contractual arrangements regarding stored
and transported fuel.
• Considered the GHG Protocol requirements
for measurement of scope 3 emissions and
whether they required inclusion of these
emissions in the reported amounts.
• Discussed, with management and the
directors, the rationale for exclusion of
these emissions from the reported scope 3
amounts.
• Considered the disclosure made by Channel
in relation to exclusion of these emissions
from the reported scope 3 amounts and the
rationale for this exclusion.
Channel’s Responsibility
The Directors are responsible, on behalf of the Company, for the preparation and fair presentation of the GHG
disclosures in accordance with NZ CS. This responsibility includes establishing and maintaining internal controls,
maintaining adequate records and making estimates that are relevant to the preparation of the GHG disclosures,
such that they are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
EY’s Responsibility
Our responsibility is to express an assurance conclusion on the GHG disclosures based on the procedures we have
performed and the evidence we have obtained.
Our engagement was conducted in accordance with New Zealand Standard on Assurance Engagements 1
Assurance Engagements over Greenhouse Gas Emissions Disclosures (“NZ SAE 1”) and in accordance with the
International Standard for Assurance Engagements (New Zealand): Assurance Engagements on Greenhouse Gas
Statements (‘ISAE (NZ) 3410’). Those standards require that we plan and perform this engagement to obtain
limited or reasonable assurance about whether the GHG disclosures have been prepared, in all material respects,
in accordance with the Criteria. The nature, timing and extent of the procedures selected depend on our
judgment, including an assessment of the risk of material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
We believe that the evidence obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our assurance
conclusions.
As we are engaged to form an independent conclusion on the GHG disclosures prepared by management, we are
not permitted to be involved in the preparation of the GHG information as doing so may compromise our
independence.
Ernst & Young provides financial statement audit services and agreed upon procedures relating to assessing the
annual general meeting votes cast and half-year financial reporting to Channel. We have no other relationship
with, or interest in, Channel.
Our Independence and Quality Management
We have complied with the independence and other ethical requirements of NZ SAE 1 Assurance Engagements
over Greenhouse Gas Emissions Disclosures issued by the External Reporting Board (XRB) and the Professional
A member firm of Ernst & Young Global Limited
and Ethical Standard 1 International Code of Ethics for Assurance Practitioners (including International
Independence Standards) (New Zealand) issued by the New Zealand Auditing and Assurance Standards Board,
which are founded on fundamental principles of integrity, objectivity, professional competence and due care,
confidentiality and professional behaviour.
The firm applies Professional and Ethical Standard 3 Quality Management for Firms that Perform Audits or
Reviews of Financial Statements, or Other Assurance or Related Services Engagements, which requires the firm to
design, implement and operate a system of quality management including policies or procedures regarding
compliance with ethical requirements, professional standards and applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
Description of procedures performed
We have performed an engagement including both limited and reasonable assurance. Procedures performed in a
limited assurance engagement vary in nature and timing from, and are less in extent than, for a reasonable
assurance engagement. Consequently, the level of assurance obtained in a limited assurance engagement is
substantially lower than the assurance obtained in a reasonable assurance engagement. Our limited assurance
procedures were designed to obtain a lower level of assurance on which to base our conclusion and do not
provide all the evidence that would be required to provide a reasonable level of assurance. Our limited assurance
procedures did not include testing controls or performing procedures relating to checking aggregation or
calculation of data within IT systems.
A limited assurance engagement consists of making enquiries, primarily of persons responsible for preparing the
report and related information and applying analytical and other relevant procedures. Our limited assurance
procedures included:
• Obtaining, through inquiries, an understanding of Channel’s control environment, processes and
information systems relevant to the preparation of the GHG Disclosures. We did not evaluate the design
of particular control activities, or obtain evidence about their implementation;
• Evaluating whether Channel’s methods for developing estimates are appropriate and had been
consistently applied. Our procedures did not include testing the data on which the estimates are based or
separately developing our own estimates against which to evaluate Channel’s estimates;
• Performing analytical procedures on particular emission categories by comparing the expected GHGs
emitted to actual GHGs emitted and made inquiries of management to obtain explanations for any
significant differences we identified;
• For spend-based emissions, comparing the spend data to the underlying system and financial records;
and
• Considering the presentation and disclosure of the GHG disclosures.
A reasonable assurance engagement involves performing procedures to obtain a higher level of evidence about
the quantification of emissions and related information in the GHG disclosures. Our reasonable assurance
engagement also includes:
• Considering internal controls relevant to Channel’s preparation of the GHG disclosures.
• Assessing the suitability in the circumstances of Channel's use of the Criteria;
• Evaluating the appropriateness of quantification methods and reporting policies used, and the
reasonableness of estimates made by Channel;
• Determining a sample size and performing test of details for samples selected; and
• Evaluating the overall presentation of the GHG disclosures.
We also performed such other procedures as we considered necessary in the circumstances.
Although we considered the effectiveness of management’s internal controls when determining the nature and
extent of our assurance procedures, our assurance engagement was not designed to provide assurance on
internal controls.
Inherent Uncertainties
The GHG quantification process is subject to scientific uncertainty, which arises because of incomplete scientific
knowledge about the measurement of GHGs. Additionally, GHG procedures are subject to estimation uncertainty
resulting from the measurement and calculation processes used to quantify emissions within the bounds of
existing scientific knowledge.
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and Ethical Standard 1 International Code of Ethics for Assurance Practitioners (including International
Independence Standards) (New Zealand) issued by the New Zealand Auditing and Assurance Standards Board,
which are founded on fundamental principles of integrity, objectivity, professional competence and due care,
confidentiality and professional behaviour.
The firm applies Professional and Ethical Standard 3 Quality Management for Firms that Perform Audits or
Reviews of Financial Statements, or Other Assurance or Related Services Engagements, which requires the firm to
design, implement and operate a system of quality management including policies or procedures regarding
compliance with ethical requirements, professional standards and applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
Description of procedures performed
We have performed an engagement including both limited and reasonable assurance. Procedures performed in a
limited assurance engagement vary in nature and timing from, and are less in extent than, for a reasonable
assurance engagement. Consequently, the level of assurance obtained in a limited assurance engagement is
substantially lower than the assurance obtained in a reasonable assurance engagement. Our limited assurance
procedures were designed to obtain a lower level of assurance on which to base our conclusion and do not
provide all the evidence that would be required to provide a reasonable level of assurance. Our limited assurance
procedures did not include testing controls or performing procedures relating to checking aggregation or
calculation of data within IT systems.
A limited assurance engagement consists of making enquiries, primarily of persons responsible for preparing the
report and related information and applying analytical and other relevant procedures. Our limited assurance
procedures included:
• Obtaining, through inquiries, an understanding of Channel’s control environment, processes and
information systems relevant to the preparation of the GHG Disclosures. We did not evaluate the design
of particular control activities, or obtain evidence about their implementation;
• Evaluating whether Channel’s methods for developing estimates are appropriate and had been
consistently applied. Our procedures did not include testing the data on which the estimates are based or
separately developing our own estimates against which to evaluate Channel’s estimates;
• Performing analytical procedures on particular emission categories by comparing the expected GHGs
emitted to actual GHGs emitted and made inquiries of management to obtain explanations for any
significant differences we identified;
• For spend-based emissions, comparing the spend data to the underlying system and financial records;
and
• Considering the presentation and disclosure of the GHG disclosures.
A reasonable assurance engagement involves performing procedures to obtain a higher level of evidence about
the quantification of emissions and related information in the GHG disclosures. Our reasonable assurance
engagement also includes:
• Considering internal controls relevant to Channel’s preparation of the GHG disclosures.
• Assessing the suitability in the circumstances of Channel's use of the Criteria;
• Evaluating the appropriateness of quantification methods and reporting policies used, and the
reasonableness of estimates made by Channel;
• Determining a sample size and performing test of details for samples selected; and
• Evaluating the overall presentation of the GHG disclosures.
We also performed such other procedures as we considered necessary in the circumstances.
Although we considered the effectiveness of management’s internal controls when determining the nature and
extent of our assurance procedures, our assurance engagement was not designed to provide assurance on
internal controls.
Inherent Uncertainties
The GHG quantification process is subject to scientific uncertainty, which arises because of incomplete scientific
knowledge about the measurement of GHGs. Additionally, GHG procedures are subject to estimation uncertainty
resulting from the measurement and calculation processes used to quantify emissions within the bounds of
existing scientific knowledge.
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Other matters
The comparative GHG disclosures (that is GHG disclosures for the period ended 31 December 2023) have not
been subject to assurance. As such, these disclosures are not covered by our assurance conclusion.
Use of our Assurance Report
We disclaim any assumption of responsibility for any reliance on this assurance report to any persons other than
Channel, or for any purpose other than that for which it was prepared.
Our review included web-based information that was available via web links as of the date of this statement. We
provide no assurance over changes to the content of this web-based information after the date of this assurance
statement.
The engagement partner on the engagement resulting in this independent assurance conclusion is Matthew
Cowie.
Ernst & Young Limited
Auckland
26 February 2025
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Appendix 2 - Summary data tables
Environmental
ENVIRONMENTALMEASURE20242023202220212020
Scope 1 GHG emissionstCO
2
e9581,489726--
Scope 2 (Location-based)
GHG emis
sionstCO
2
e2,1672,548---
Scope 2 (Market-based) GHG emissionstCO
2
e52,548---
Scope 3 GHG emissionstCO
2
e14,523----
NOX, SOX, VOC and particulate matterTonnes125
1
1881,777--
Releases outside of consent#--3105
Direct CO
2
emissions (Scope 1)tCO
2
-
1
-236,940857,042848,621
Indirect CO
2
emissions (Scope 2)tCO
2
-
1
-47,321141,940134,927
Sulphur Dioxide Emissions (Refinery)Tonnes--1,2593,3413,345
1 The CO2 emissions were
refinery metrics calculated for NGA reporting. NOX and SOX only relevant in FY22; VOC only from FY23.
RESOURCE USAGEMEASURE20242023202220212020
Total fuel usage
(Refinery)
Petajoule--2.9711.611.2
Natural gas usage
(Refinery)Petajoule--0.231.92.4
Electricity usagePetajoule0.110.120.320.960.92
Water usageMillion Tonnes0.020.220.821.461.49
Water consumption intensity
Total water consumption
(m
3
)/revenue0.131.685.176.246.06
Waste
WASTEMEASURE20242023202220212020
Total WasteTonnes21,5825,601---
Recycled / Re-usedTonnes4,8431,269---
LandfillTonnes16,7394,332---
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Health, Safety and Well-being
SAFETYMEASURE20242023202220212020
Total Recordable Case FrequencyTRC/200,000 hours1.960.901.80--
Lost-Time Injury FrequencyLTI/200,000 hours--0.77--
Tier I Process Safety Incidents#-1-2-
Tier II Process Safety Incidents#-----
Number of Emergency Exercises#131251416
Number of reportable
pipeline incident
s
1
#-----
Percentage of pipeline inspected
int
ernally with Pipeline Inspection
Gauge (PIG)%--100--
Percentage of pipeline
inspect
ed externally
2
%100100100100100
Total metric ton-kilometeres of refined
fuels transported by mode of transportMetric T kilometers14,68714,16811,5289,879-
1 As per SASB Standards
definition of reportable pipeline incidents.
2 External inspection activities include aerial and ground based observations over the length of the pipeline. Preventative maintenance inspection
activities of above ground equipment as per the inspection schedule.
People, Diversity and Community
PEOPLEMEASURE20242023202220212020
Number of
Staff
#97101135294344
Number of Contractors#132127220109105
Employee Turnover:
Unplanned%7.88.54.0--
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Diversity
20242023
BOARD
CORPORATE
LEAD TEAMWORKFORCEBOARD
CORPORATE
LEAD TEAMWORKFORCE
#%#%#%#%#%#%
GENDER
Male450%583%5864%457%686%6468%
Female450%117%3336%343%114%3032%
Gender Diverse-----------0%
ETHNICITY
NZ European/Pākehā450%467%4044%343%457%5356%
Other European338%232%1213%457%342%1314%
Māori & NZ European----1011%----1011%
Māori113%--910%----89%
Asian----89%----44%
Other----1213%----66%
AGE
Under 30----55%----44%
30 to 503
38%350%4853%229%457%4750%
over 50563%350%3842%571%343%4346%
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Appendix 3 - Climate scenario data
Focal question
How could climate change plausibly affect our transport fuels infrastructure or
ganisation, what should we do
and when?
References for climate change scenarios physical and socio-economic indicators
Scenario
IndicatorGreen LightAmber LightRed LightReference
Physical
Global temperature increase
b
y 2100, relative to pre-
industrial levels
1.52.63.5IPCC WG1 AR5 Summary for Policymakers.
New Zealand sea level rise for
2050 relative to 2005
0.19m0.22m0.24mNZ Sea Rise Programme. (2023). Maps. Ministry for
the Environment. (2024). Coastal hazards and climate
change guidance. Vertical land movement excluded. Site
7067 taken as a central location to be representative for
New Zealand.
Increase (%) in 20yr ARI 1hr rainfall
dep
th for 2031-2050, relative to
1986-2005 at Marsden Point
+7.8%+9.8%+11.3%NIWA. (2017). High Intensity Rainfall Design System
(HIRD
S). Average taken from stations: 548215,
548215, A54753.
Increase (%) in Whangarei hot
day
s (maximum temperature
≥25°C) for 2041-2060, relative to
the 1972-2021 baseline
+69%+87%+107%Gibson, P. B.,
et al. (2024). Dynamical downscaling
CMIP6 models over New Zealand: added value of
climatology and extremes. Climate Dynamics, https://
doi.org/10.1007/s00382-024-07337-5, 27p
Socio-economic
New Zealand carbon price
at 2
050
$309 NZD$411 NZD$206 NZDNew Zealand Treasury (2023). Assessing climate change
and en
vironmental impacts in the CBAx tool.
New Zealand population at 20506.2 million6.5 million6.9 millionStats NZ. (2022). National population projections:
2
022(base)-2073. 50th percentile.
New Zealand fuel demand graphn/an/an/aClimate Change Commission. (2021). Scenarios dataset
f
or the Commission’s 2021 Final Advice.
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Use of reference scenarios
ScenarioRCPRationaleSSPRationale
Green light2.6RCP2.6 is the most stringent mitigation
s
cenario in which carbon dioxide emissions
decline to net zero relatively quickly. It reflects
a world in which warming is limited to around
1.5-2°C by 2100
1SSP1: Sustainability
reflects a world in which
energy affordability and human well-being
is prioritised. There are ‘low challenges to
mitigation and adaptation’. This aligned
well with the rapid and smooth transition
described in Green Light.
Amber light4.5RCP4.5 illustrates global emissions peak
ar
ound 2040 and slowly begin to decline
thereafter. Similar climatic impacts are
expected in the disorderly scenario described
in this report. This reflects a world where
global warming reaches 2.6°C by 2100.
2SSP2: Middle of the Road describes a world
with lar
gely similar socio-economic trends of
today with ‘medium challenges to mitigation
and adaptation’. This aligns well with the lack
of action until the mid-2030s, when dramatic
changes are enforced.
Red light7.0RCP7.0 presents a trajectory of over 3.5°C
global w
arming by 2100. This scenario features
growing emissions, leading to severe physical
impacts and is understood to be the worst-
case of climate scenarios.
3SSP3: Regional rivalry describes a world
with mat
erial focused consumption and
low international priority for addressing
environmental concerns. This aligns well with
the lack of political action and technological
development over time.
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Appendix 4- CRD disclosure index
Channel Infrastructure has reported the climate-related disclosures required by Aotearoa New Zealand Climate
S
tandards in this report as shown below.
CRD
DisclosureThis Report
Governance
7 (a)the identity of the governance body responsible for oversight of climate-related risks
and oppor
tunities
18
-20
7 (b)a description of the governance body’s oversight of climate-related risks
and oppor
tunities
18
-20
7 (c)a description of management’s role in assessing and managing climate-related risks
and oppor
tunities
21
8 (a)processes and frequency by which the governance body is informed about climate related
ris
ks and opportunities
23
-25
8 (b)how the governance body ensures that the appropriate skills and competencies are
av
ailable to provide oversight of climate-related risks and opportunities
18
8 (c)how the governance body considers climate-related risks and opportunities when
developing and overseeing implementation of the entity’s strategy
18-20
8 (d)how the governance body sets, monitors progress against, and oversees achievement
o
f metrics and targets for managing climate-related risks and opportunities,
including whether and if so how, related performance metrics are incorporated into
remuneration policies
21
, 26
9 (a)how climate-related responsibilities are assigned to management-level positions or
commit
tees, and the process and frequency by which management-level positions or
committees engage with the governance body
21
9 (b)the related organisational structure(s) showing where these management-level positions
and commit
tees lie
21
9 (c)the processes and frequency by which management is informed about, makes decisions
on, and monit
ors, climate-related risks and opportunities
23
-25 , 26
Strategy
11 (a)a description of its current climate-related impacts51
-53
11 (b)a description of the scenario analysis it has undertaken37
11 (c)a description of the climate-related risks and opportunities it has identified over the short,
medium, and long t
erm
48
-50
11 (d)a description of the anticipated impacts of climate-related risks and opportunities48
-50
11 (e)a description of how it will position itself as the global and domestic economy transitions
t
owards a low-emissions, climate-resilient future state
31
-34
12 (a)its current physical and transition impacts51
-53
12 (b)the current
financial impacts of its physical and transition impacts identified in
paragraph 12
53
12 (c)if the entity is unable to disclose quantitative information for paragraph 12(b), an
e
xplanation of why that is the case.
N/A
13An entity must describe the scenario analysis it has undertaken to help identify its climate
r
elated risks and opportunities and better understand the resilience of its business model
and strategy
44
-45
14 (a)how it
defines short, medium and long term and how the definitions are linked to its
strategic planning horizons and capital deployment plans
23
14 (b)whether the climate-related risks and opportunities identified are physical or transition
ris
ks or opportunities, including, where relevant, their sector and geography
48
-50
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CRD
DisclosureThis Report
14 (c)how climate-related risks and opportunities serve as an input to its internal capital
deplo
yment and funding decision-making processes
53
15 (a)the anticipated impacts of climate-related risks and opportunities reasonably expected
b
y the entity
48
-50
15 (b)the anticipated
financial impacts of climate-related risks and opportunities reasonably
expected by an entity
Adoption provision 2
15 (c)a description of the time horizons over which the anticipated financial impacts of climate-
r
elated risks and opportunities could reasonably be expected to occur
15 (d)if an entity is unable to disclose quantitative information for paragraph 15(b), an
e
xplanation of why that is the case
16 (a)a description of its current business model and strategy30
, 31 -34
16 (b)the transition plan aspects of its strategy, including how its business model and strategy
might change to address its climate-related risks and opportunities
30, 31 -34
16 (c)the extent to which transition plan aspects of its strategy are aligned with its internal
capit
al deployment and funding decision-making processes
30
, 31 -34 ,53
Risk Management
18 (a)a description of its processes for identifying, assessing and managing climate-related risks23
-25 , 26
18 (b)a description of how its processes for identifying, assessing, and managing climate related
ris
ks are integrated into its overall risk management processes
23
-25 , 26
19 (a)the tools and methods used to identify, and to assess the scope, size, and impact of, its
identified
climate-related risks
48-49
19 (b)the short-term, medium-term, and long-term time horizons considered, including
specif
ying the duration of each of these time horizons
23
19 (c)whether any parts of the value chain are excluded78-80
, 84-85
19 (d)the frequency of assessment23
-25 , 26
19 (e)its processes for prioritising climate-related risks relative to other types of risks23
Metrics And Targets
21 (a)the metrics that are relevant to all entities regardless of industry and business model13
21 (b)industry-based metrics relevant to its industry or business model used to measure and
manage climat
e-related risks and opportunities
13
21 (c)any other key performance indicators used to measure and manage climate-related risks
and oppor
tunities
13
21 (d)the targets used to manage climate-related risks and opportunities, and performance
agains
t those targets
13
22 (a)greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions: gross emissions in metric tonnes of carbon dioxide
equiv
alent (CO
2
e) classified as:(i) scope 1;(ii) scope 2 (calculated using the location-based
method);(iii) scope 3;
80
22 (b)GHG emissions intensity80
22 (c)transition risks: amount or percentage of assets or business activities vulnerable to
tr
ansition risks
49
22 (d)physical risks: amount or percentage of assets or business activities vulnerable to
ph
ysical risks
48
22 (e)climate-related opportunities: amount or percentage of assets, or business activities
aligned with climat
e-related opportunities
50
22 (f)capital deployment: amount of capital expenditure, financing, or investment deployed
toward climate-related risks and opportunities
53
22 (g)internal emissions price: price per metric tonne of CO
2
e used internally by an entity53
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CRD
DisclosureThis Report
22 (h)remuneration: management remuneration linked to climate-related risks and opportunities
in the curr
ent period, expressed as a percentage, weighting, description or amount of
overall management remuneration
21
23 (a)the time frame over which the targets applies13
23 (b)any associated interim targetsNone
23 (c)the base year from which progress is measured83
23 (d)a description of performance against the targets14
23 (e)for each GHG emissions target:
(i)whether the target is an absolute target or intensity target13
(ii)the entity’s view as to how the target contributes to limiting global warming to 1.5
degr
ees Celsius
14
(iii)the entity’s basis for the view expressed in 23(e)(ii), including any reliance on the opinion or
me
thods provided by third parties
14
(iv)the extent to which the target relies on offsets, whether the offsets are verified or certified,
and if so, under which scheme or schemes
14
24 (a)a statement describing the standard or standards that its GHG emissions have been
meas
ured in accordance with
78
24 (b)the GHG emissions consolidation approach used: equity share, financial
control, or
operational control
84
24 (c)the source of emission factors and the global warming potential (GWP) rates used or a
r
eference to the GWP source
85-86
24 (d)a summary of specific
exclusions of sources, including facilities, operations or assets with a
justification for their exclusion.
90
Adoption provision 5: Comparatives for Scope 3 GHG emissions 2024 is the first year Channel has reported Scope 3 GHG emissions.
Adop
tion provision permits comparative information to be excluded from this report.
Adoption provision 6: Comparatives for metrics 2024 is the second year of reporting. Adoption provision permits one year of
compar
ative information to be presented in this report.
Adoption provision 7: Analysis of trends 2024 is the first year Channel has reported Scope 3 GHG emissions. Adoption provision
permit
s analysis of trends for scope 3 GHG emissions to be excluded from this report.
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Appendix 5- Forward looking statements
This report contains certain forward-looking statements, which can be identified by the use of forward-looking
t
erminology such as “may, “will”, “should”, “expect”, “intend”, “plan”, “ambition”, “anticipate”, “estimate”, “continue”,
“assume”, “project”, “target”, or “forecast” or comparable terminology. Forward looking statements include climate-
related metrics, climate scenarios, estimated climate projections.
Primary users are reminded that the climate-related scenarios used in scenario analysis are not intended to be
pr
obabilistic or predictive, or to identify the ‘most likely’ outcome(s) of climate change. They are intended to provide
an opportunity for entities to develop their internal capacity to better understand and prepare for the uncertain future
impacts of climate change. Further, scenario analysis is simply a process for systematically exploring the effects of a
range of plausible future events under conditions of uncertainty. Engaging in this process is meant to help an entity to
identify its climate-related risks and opportunities and develop a better understanding of the resilience of its business
model and strategy.
Therefore, primary users are cautioned in their use of the information presented in this report. The information
pr
esented in this report is not a prospective financial statement. Primary users are also reminded that pages 38
to 43 and Appendix 3: Climate change & GHG emissions (see page 98) set out the methods and assumptions
underlying the climate-related scenarios used, and the scenario analysis process employed. It is important that
primary users understand the limitations applicable to the information presented. Climate change is also prone
to inherent uncertainty and novelty, and is subject to ongoing change as the circumstances of a transition to a
low-emissions economy and climate change develop in New Zealand and across the world over a long period of time.
The forward-looking statements in this report:
• To the extent prepared by entities or persons other than Channel Infrastructure and repeated herein, are not
adop
ted by Channel Infrastructure unless expressly stated otherwise. Channel Infrastructure does not make
any representation or warranty (express or implied) as to, the accuracy, completeness, reliability, adequacy or
reasonableness of any such statements, or matters (express or implied) contained in, or derived from, or any
omissions from such statements.
• To the extent prepared or adopted by Channel Infrastructure, are based on management’s current expectations
and
reflect judgements, assumptions, estimates and other information available when the report was compiled
or scenario analyses were undertaken. With respect to climate related disclosures they are inherently uncertain
and subject to limitations, particularly as to inputs, available data and information. Therefore, the forward-looking
statements that Channel Infrastructure has prepared or adopted may be affected by a range of variables which
could cause actual results to differ materially from what was planned or expected.
• Relating to climate related disclosures are subject to risk factors associated with, amongst other things, the energy
s
ector, decarbonisation technologies, government action, consumer attitudes and potentially carbon products and
markets. Users are also reminded that Channel Infrastructure’s business and plans are subject to risks that may also
cause actual results to differ materially from the forward looking statements. These risk categories are set out in
Channel Infrastructure’s Governance Statement available on its website www.channelnz.com.
• Involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause our actual results, performance,
achie
vements and outcomes to be materially different from the forward-looking statements contained in this report
(including things such as availability of technology or the cost of technology or other emission reduction proposals).
Users are again reminded of the inherent limitations that are associated with scenario analysis noted above.
• Should be read in the context of the variables, risks, uncertainties and other factors outlined above or mentioned in
the r
eport, the Annual Report and Governance Statement.
Accordingly, this report should not be relied upon as a recommendation, forecast or guarantee by or expectation
o
f Channel Infrastructure, its related or controlled entities or officers, directors, employees or agents, (together, the
Channel Entities) and the Channel Entities, to the maximum extent permitted by law, disclaim any liability whatsoever
(including for negligence) for any loss howsoever arising from any use of this report or reliance on anything contained in
or omitted from it or otherwise arising in connection with this report. Other than as required by law or the Listing Rules
of the New Zealand Stock Exchange, the Channel Entities will not release publicly any updates to any forward-looking
statement contained herein to reflect changes to relevant risks, inputs, uncertainties or other factors, and/or the
Channel Entities’ understanding of them.
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Appendix 6- Definitions and abbreviations
AbbreviationsDefinitions
Aotearoa New Zealand Climate
Standards (NZ CS)
Standards issued by the External Reporting Board that comprise the climate related
dis
closure framework
ARI
Annual recurrence interval
BioSAF
Jet fuel derived from biogenic material like wood residues
BL
Billion litres
Carbon dioxide equivalent
(CO
2
e)
In order to aggregate and compare the
different types of GHGs that have different levels of global
warming potential, emissions and removals are largely expressed in tonnes of carbon dioxide. The
carbon dioxide equivalent is calculated by multiplying the quantity of a GHG by the relevant
global warming potential
Climate-related
disclosure framework
Climate-related disclosure framework has the same meaning set out in section 9AA of the
Financial R
eporting Act 2013
Climate-related opportunities
The potentially positive climate-related outcomes for an entity. Efforts to mitigate and adapt to
climate change can produce opportunities for entities, such as through resource efficiency and
cost savings, the adoption and utilisation of low-emissions energy sources and building resilience
along the value chain
Climate-related risks
The potential negative impacts of climate change on an entity. See also the definitions of physical
ris
ks and transition risks
Climate-related scenario
A plausible, challenging description of how the future may develop based on a coherent and
int
ernally consistent set of assumptions about key driving forces and relationships covering both
physical and transition risks in an integrated manner. Climate-related scenarios are not intended
to be probabilistic or predictive, or to identify the ‘most likely’ outcome(s) of climate change. They
are intended to provide an opportunity for entities to develop their internal capacity to better
understand and prepare for the uncertain future impacts of climate change
CCC
Climate Change Commission
COD
Chemical oxygen demand - a measure of water and wastewater quality
CO
2
Carbon dioxide
Decarbonise
The process of avoiding, reducing or
offsetting anthropogenic greenhouse gas emissions through
operational activities or efficiencies, technology deployment, use of generated or acquired carbon
credit units, and/or other means
EACs
Energy Attribute
Certificates
Emissions
CO
2
emissions unless otherwise specified
Emissions factor
A factor allowing GHG emissions to be estimated from a unit of available activity data (for
e
xample, tonnes of fuel consumed) and absolute GHG emissions
Emissions intensity
Scope 1 and 2 tCO
2
e per million litr
es of throughput
Employees
Direct hire permanent employees
End user emissions
Upstream and downstream emissions that result from the end use consumption (combustion) of
tr
ansport fuels that Channel stores and distributes through its infrastructure but does not take
ownership of and therefore does not own or sell to the end user
eSAF
Synthetic jet fuel produced by combining green hydrogen and carbon dioxide
ESG
ESG, also known as the three pillars, is an acronym for three categories (environment, social,
and go
vernance)
ETS
Emissions Trading Scheme
EV
Electric vehicle
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AbbreviationsDefinitions
Global warming
potential (GWP)
A factor describing the radiative forcing impact (degree of harm to the atmosphere) of one unit of
a giv
en GHG relative to one unit of carbon dioxide (CO
2
)
GRI
Global Reporting Initiative
H
2
Hydrogen
Hot days
Maximum temperature of 25°C or more
ICE
Internal combustion engine
IFRS
International Financial Reporting Standards
IPCC
Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change - the United Nations body for assessing the science
related to climate change
Kt
Thousand tonnes
LTIF
Lost Time Injury Frequency: The sum of work-related injury cases per 200,000 hours worked, where
the in
jured person is deemed medically unfit for any work as a result of the injury
Materiality assessment
In reference to GRI Standards, a process to identify and prioritise the issues that are most
important to an organisation and its key stakeholders
Material topics
In reference to GRI Standards, topics that have a direct or indirect impact on the organisations
abilit
y to create, preserve or erode economic, environmental and social value for the organisation
and its stakeholders
ML
Million litres
MON
Motor Octane Number measures the knock resistance of gasoline in engine conditions mirroring
high-speed, high-load driving s
cenarios
MW
Megawatt
Net Zero
When anthropogenic emissions of greenhouse gases are balanced by anthropogenic removal
o
f greenhouse gases through means such as operational activities or efficiencies, technology or
offset through the use of carbon credits, or other means
NGA
Negotiated Greenhouse Agreement
NZU
Emissions trading scheme New Zealand emissions unit
Aotearoa New Zealand Climate
Standards (NZ CS)
Standards issued by the External Reporting Board that comprise the climate related
dis
closure framework
Physical risks
Risks related to the physical impacts of climate change. Physical risks emanating from climate
change can be e
vent-driven (acute) such as increased severity of extreme weather events. They
can also relate to longer-term shifts (chronic) in precipitation and temperature and increased
variability in weather patterns, such as sea level rise
Pipeline
Channel's 170km fuels pipeline to Auckland
PJ
Petajoule (1 million billion joule
s)
RON
Research Octane Number measures the knock resistance of gasoline in engine conditions mirroring
lo
w-speed and low-load driving
RCP
Representative Concentration Pathways - climate change scenarios formally adopted by
the IP
CC
SAF
Sustainable Aviation Fuel – with lower overall emissions than fossil-jet
SDG
UNSDG
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. More information about the SDGs can be found
at
https://sdgs.un.org/goals
SSP's
Shared Socio-economic Pathways - climate change scenarios of projected socio-economic
global change
s up to 2100 as defined in the sixth IPCC Assessment Report on climate change
in 2021
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AbbreviationsDefinitions
Sustainable/sustainably
At Channel, sustainability is about striving to ensure safe operations, minimising environmental
harm and gr
eenhouse gas emissions, and creating long-term value for our stakeholders including
our customers, iwi and community, employees, contractors and suppliers and shareholders:
balancing the needs of today without undermining the ability to meet the demands of tomorrow
Tier 1 process safety event
An unplanned or uncontrolled release of any material, including non-toxic and non-flammable,
from a process which results in one or more of the following: a Lost Time Injury (LTI) and/or fatality;
a
fire or explosion resulting in greater than or equal to $100,000 of direct cost to the Company; a
release of material greater than the threshold quantities given in Table 1 of API 754 in any one-hour
period; an officially declared community evacuation or community shelter-in-place
Tier 2 process safety event
An unplanned or uncontrolled release of any material, including non-toxic and non-flammable,
from a process which results in one or more of the following: a recordable injury; a fire or explosion
r
esulting in greater than or equal to $2,500 of direct cost to the Company; a release of material
greater than the threshold
Transition plan
An aspect of an entity's overall strategy that describes an entity's targets, including any interim
t
argets, and actions for its transition towards a low emissions, climate-resilient future
Transition risks
Risks related to the transition to a low-emissions, climate-resilient global and domestic economy,
s
uch as policy, legal, technology, market and reputation changes associated with the mitigation
and adaptation requirements relating to climate change
TRCF
Total Recordable Case Frequency: The number of lost time incidents, restricted work cases,
medical tr
eatment cases and fatalities per 200,000 man-hours worked
TRIF
Total Recordable Injury Frequency
UNSDG
SDG
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. More information about the SDGs can be found
at
https://sdgs.un.org/goals
Value Chain
The full range of activities, resources and relationships related to an entity's business model and
the e
xternal environment in which it operates
WACC
Weighted average cost of capital
XRB
External Reporting Board - responsible for developing and issuing reporting standards on
accounting, audit and as
surance, and climate, for entities across the private, public, and not-for
profit sectors
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Directory
CHANNEL INFRASTRUCTURE NZ LIMITED
Physical Address
Port Marsden Highway
Ruakākā
New Zealand 0171
Mailing Address
Private Bag 9024
Whangārei 0148
New Zealand
Telephone
+64 9 432 5100
Website
www.channelnz.com
Email
corporate@channelnz.com
Feedback
We are committed to continuous improvement of our
ESG reporting practices and value our stakeholders'
perspectives. We welcome feedback on this report
and our performance. To do so, please email us at:
investorrelations@channelnz.com.
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Results announcement
Results for announcement to the market
Name of issuer
Channel Infrastructure NZ Limited
Reporting Period
12 months to 31 December 2024
Previous Reporting Period
12 months to 31 December 2023
Currency
Amount (000s) Percentage change
Revenue from continuing
operations
$139,822 7%
Total Revenue
$140,005 2%
Net profit/(loss) from
continuing operations
$25,954 (6%)
Total net profit/(loss)
$13,887 (42%)
Interim/Final Dividend
Amount per Quoted Equity
Security
$0.066
Imputed amount per Quoted
Equity Security
$0.00
Record Date
13/03/2025
Dividend Payment Date
27/03/2025
Current period Prior comparable period
Net tangible assets per
Quoted Equity Security
$1.98 $1.29
A brief explanation of any of
the figures above necessary
to enable the figures to be
understood
Refer to attached NZX announcement commentary
Authority for this announcement
Name of person
authorised
to make this announcement
Chris Bougen, Company Secretary
Contact person for this
announcement
Anna Bonney
Contact phone number
+64 21 844 155
Contact email address
investorrelations@channelnz.com
Date of release through MAP
27/02/2025
Audited financial statements accompany this announcement.
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Payment date (and allotment date for
DRP)
27/03/2025
Total monies associated with the
distribution
$27,060,310
Source of distribution (for example,
retained earnings)
Income available for distribution
Currency NZD
Section 2: Distribution amounts per financial product
Gross distribution $0.06600000
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Total cash distribution $0.06600000
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N/A
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No imputation
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1
Financial Results
For the year ended 31 December 2024
27 February 2025
Change picture to the same one as
the AR cover
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to cover of AR
2
Highlights and
Operating Update
ROB BUCHANAN, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
3
2024 Financial Highlights –Continuing Operations
Total Revenue
Normalised Free Cash Flow
EBITDA
(Margin %)
Dividends
Growth Capex
Free Cash Flow Conversion
(67%)
(68%)
4.2cps
4.4cps
6.3cps
6.6cps
1.5cps
FY23FY24
H1H2Special
10.5cps
(ex special)
11.0cps
71%
67%
FY23FY24
$34.0m
$32.7m
$27.8m
$30.7m
$61.8m
$63.4m
FY23FY24
H1H2
+3%
$64.4m
$69.8m
$66.3m
$70.0m
$130.7m
$139.8m
FY23FY24
H1H2
+7%
$43.5m
$48.1m
$43.6m
$47.0m
$87.2m
$95.1m
FY23FY24
H1H2Total
+9%
$30.6m
$29.3m
FY23FY24
-4%
4
Strong safety track record maintained
Throughput up 3% to 3.5 billion litres, reflecting continued growth in jet fuel demand (up 12% on FY23) and relatively stablediesel and petrol
demand
Updated Envisory outlook continues to show that Channel’s business will be underpinned by jet fuel demand and the need for a liquid fuel
decarbonisation pathway for aviation in the long-term
Continued world-class delivery of capital projects with the Transmix project completed, and the multi-year conversion project and private
storage projects on track to complete safely, within budget and to schedule
Three new storage contracts signed delivering ~$120 million (before PPI indexation) in incremental revenue over a 15-year periodfor an
investment of between $55-66 million of incremental growth capital expenditure
Successful bank refinancing and $50 million capital raise lowers Channel’s WACC and positions it well to deliver on future growth
opportunities
Marsden Point Energy Precinct Concept released which outlines a range of potential energy projects that would boost New Zealand’s energy
resilience. Being considered by New Zealand Government as a potential Special Economic Zone
Entered into a conditional project development agreement with SeadraEnergy Inc, who is partnering with consortium members Qantas,
RenovaInc, Kent Plc, and ANZ, to develop a biorefinery at Channel’s Marsden Point site
$381 million uplift in fair value of import terminal system and unutilisedland resulting in an uplift in Net Tangible Assets to $1.98 per share
2024 Highlights
5
65%
28%
18%
13%
Key operational metrics
ThroughputNumber of ships
Pipeline utilisationAsset availability
4
Process safety incidents
1
Total Recordable Case Frequency
3
2.8 b litres
3.4 b litres
3.5 b litres
202220232024
1.Tier 1 or 2 Process Safety Event per API 754 –A Tier 1 event is a release of material above specific thresholds or that resultsin a LTI or fatality or damage of $100,000 or more; A Tier 2 event isa release of material
above specific thresholds or that results in a recordable injury; or damage of $2,500 or more
2.CONCAWE 2022 benchmark
3.TRCF –Total Recordable Case Frequency per 200,000 hours (rolling 12-monthly average)
4.Tank availability in 2022 and 2023 impacted by unplanned outages due to conversion works
5.9 months of terminal operations
56
70
61
FY22FY23FY24
70%
83%
84%
FY22FY23FY24
2
5
5
More Long-Range
class vessels due
to more Private
Storage
0
2
4
6
CONCAWE202220232024
Tier 1Tier 2
0
1
2
3
202220232024
TRIF
98.7%
98.8%
99.4%
98.0%
97.0%
100.0%
FY22FY23FY24
Pipeline availabilityTank availability
6
-
5k
10k
15k
20k
25k
30k
35k
-
1,000k
2,000k
3,000k
4,000k
20172018201920202021202220232024
DieselPetrolHybridEV
1,018
1,054
1,055
1,076
1,059
1,023
2,094
2,112
2,079
202220232024
H1H2
Continued throughput growth
Jet Throughput
Million Litres
Auckland Airport International Flight
Movements
Diesel and Petrol Throughput
Million Litres
New Zealand Light Vehicle Fleet
EV new registrations
(RHS)
286
579
705
444
679
699
730
1,258
1,404
202220232024
H1H2
-
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
160
-
1,000
2,000
3,000
4,000
5,000
6,000
Aug-19
Dec-19
Apr-20
Aug-20
Dec-20
Apr-21
Aug-21
Dec-21
Apr-22
Aug-22
Dec-22
Apr-23
Aug-23
Dec-23
Apr-24
Aug-24
Dec-24
AIA FlightsCHI Jet Throughput (ML)
Jet Throughput
•Despite the current economic environment and jet aircraft
availability issues, jet fuel demand increased 12% on FY23 and
was 8% ahead of Envisory
1
reflecting number of flights tracking
higher than growth in passenger numbers
•Channel’s throughput is directly correlated with flight activity
at Auckland Airport, with 100% of Auckland Airport’s jet fuel
provided through Channel's infrastructure
Diesel and Petrol Throughput
•Transition continues to be slow with petrol (down 2%) and
diesel (down 1%) remaining relatively stable in-line with
Envisory
1
forecast
•New Zealand’s petrol and diesel vehicle fleet has remained
relatively stable over time and EV uptake has slowed following
the removal of the Clean Car discount and the introduction of
road user charges for EVs
1.Based on the Envisoryoutlook (base case) February 2023
7
65%
28%
18%
13%
Proven track record of delivery of capital projects safely, on budget, and on time
Safety
On Time
On Budget
✓Everyone home safely
✓Strong safety discipline
$55 million invested
in Channel’s
infrastructure in FY24
Conversion project
2021-2027
Private storage
2021-2025
Transmix
2024
✓Spend to date $186 million
(~85%)
✓On track to deliver within
$220 million budget
✓Firefighting upgrades
(investment of $23 million)
completed in Q4 2024
✓On track to conclude on time
when bunding program
completes in 2027
✓Everyone home safely
✓Strong safety discipline
✓On track to deliver $50
million growth capex
budget
✓Will be delivered by Q1 2025
when bunds complete
✓Delivered within budget of
$12-15 million growth capex
✓Contracted in May 2024
and delivered to customers
in late Q4 2024
✓Everyone home safely
✓Strong safety discipline
8
Financial Update
Continuing Operations
ALEXA PRESTON, CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
9
Strong financial result in line with guidance
•EBITDA up 9% with strong operational cost discipline and 7%
revenue growth
•Continued strong EBITDA margin of 68%(FY23: 67%)
•Depreciation increase reflects assets capitalisedfollowing the
completion of growth and conversion projects
•Finance costs reflect higher net debt and moderately higher
interest rates following the new retail bond (November 2023) and
redemption of subordinated notes (1 March 2024)
•Wiri lease arrangement is a legacy agreement that was entered
into in 1990. It is an operating lease expiring on 28 February 2025. On
expiry the ownership of the Wiri terminal assets will revert to bp,
Mobil and Z Energy resulting in a loss of ~$6 million per annum of
lease revenue and ~$5.5 million per annum reduction in
depreciation
FY24
($M)
FY23
($M)
%
change
2H24
($M)
2H23
($M)
Revenue
139.8130.77%70.066.3
Operating costs
(44.7)(43.5)3%(23.0)(22.7)
EBITDA
95.187.29%47.043.6
EBITDA margin
68%67%1%67%66%
Depreciation
(38.7)(35.4)9%(20.0)(19.2)
Net financing costs
(20.0)(17.6)13%(10.3)(10.4)
Net profit before tax
36.434.17%16.714.0
Incometax
(10.5)(6.5)62%(3.6)(0.8)
Net profit after tax
26.027.6(6%)13.213.2
FY24FY23
%
change
2H242H23
($M)($M)($M)($M)
Pro-forma Revenue 133.8124.87%67.363.6
Pro-forma EBITDA89.181.310%44.340.9
Pro-forma NPAT26.027.6(6%)13.213.2
Continuing Operations Reported Result
Pro-forma Financial Result excluding Wiri lease
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Revenue and Operating Costs
Revenue
•Variable terminal fees up reflecting increase in throughput and PPI
uplift of 2.1% partially offset by lower ship visits as customers more
efficiently utilise their supply chain and take advantage of the
significant storage capacity at Marsden Point
•Contracted storage up with a full 12-month contribution from the
~100 million litres of private storage, the last of which came into
service in Q3 2023
•Lab testing volumes down year on year due to larger cargoes and
storage at Marsden Point but volumes have now stabilised
Operating Costs
•Energy and utility costs reflect the new supply contract from
1 January 2024. Fixed Price contract delivered significant benefit
throughout a year of high spot prices
•Salaries, wages and benefits reflect the filling of vacancies in 2H
2023 to deliver resilient terminal operations, and investment in
world-classcapability as signaled at October 2023 Investor Day
•Fuel Security Study costs for FY24 ~$500k
FY24
($M)
FY23
($M)
%
change
2H24
($M)
2H23
($M)
Terminal fees –fixed
48.947.82%24.524.1
Terminal fees –variable
61.559.73%30.730.3
Contracted storage
17.311.156%9.26.0
Wiri lease and other
7.16.68%3.13.4
Laboratory testing
5.15.5(7%)2.62.6
Total Revenue
139.8130.77%70.066.3
FY24
($M)
FY23
($M)
%
change
2H24
($M)
2H23
($M)
Energy and utility costs
9.311.1(16%)4.55.0
Materials and contractor payments
8.98.55%4.74.4
Salaries, wages and benefits
13.511.517%6.95.7
Administration and other costs
13.012.45%6.97.5
Total Expenses
44.743.53%23.022.6
11
315
(94)
20
11
40
6
19
29
(48)
296
200
220
240
260
280
300
320
340
360
Net Debt
FY23
Op.
cashflow
FinancingSIB capexOrdinary
dividends
Special
dividend
Conv
costs
Growth
capex
Equity
Issuance
Net Debt
FY24
Strong balance sheet and stable cashflows
1.Calculated as total borrowings (bank, fixed rate bonds and subordinated notes) less cash and cash equivalents.
Excludes the fair value movement of retail bond CHI030
2.Net cash generated fromcontinuing operations less financing, stay in business capex, excluding conversion costs
and growth capex
3.Dividends include final FY23 dividend paid March 2024 and FY24 interim dividend paid September 2024
4.Conversion costs include discontinued operations and conversion cash inflows and outflows
FY24HY24FY23
Net debt
1
$296m$326m$315m
Liquidity headroom
$138m$77m$90m
Leverage (vs target 3-4 times)
3.1x3.4x3.6x
Gearing (vs covenants 55%/60%)
27%40%39%
Weighted average debt maturity
4.2 years3.3 years3.7 years
Balance Sheet
•Net debt decreased from $315 million to $296 million reflecting
$50 million proceeds from successful December 2024 equity
raise which was strongly supported by existing and new
shareholders, partially offset by the investment in growth
capital expenditure
•Successfully refinanced bank debt expanding lender group to
six lenders, extending the tenor of the facilities, increasing the
headroom by $30 million and lowering the all-in cost of drawn
facilities by 0.6% per annum
•Lower leverage reflects growth in earnings and lower net debt
•Remain committed to targeting credit metrics consistent with a
shadow BBB+ credit rating
NormalisedFree Cash Flow and Dividend
•NormalisedFree Cash Flow of $63.4 million
2
, representing an
EBITDA to Free Cash Flow conversion of 67%
•Declared anunimputedordinary final dividend of6.6 cents per
share taking total dividends for the year to 11 cents per share for
FY24, a 5% increase in ordinary dividends year on year,
representing a dividend payout ratio of 69%
Free cash-flow from operations
2
$63.4 million
Net Debt Movement across FY24
43
12
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
FY25FY26 /FY27
GrowthConversion
Investment for resilience and growth
•Total of ~$55 million invested in Channel’s infrastructure in FY24
•Higher stay-in-business capex spend reflects ongoing investment in
upgrading terminal control systems, scheduled jetty upgrades and
tank statutory inspection outage dates
•Growth capex includes:
•Private storage bund upgrades;
•Private storage firefighting upgrades (completed Q4 2024);
•The recently commissioned Transmixstorage upgrades
(completed December 2024); and
•Works associated with the Z Energy jet storage contract
(announced August 2024)
FY24
($M)
FY23
($M)
Import Terminal System
4.31.9
Tank maintenance
8.08.6
Total stay-in-business capex
12.310.5
Growth capital expenditure
29.330.6
Conversion capex
12.925.6
Total capital expenditure
1
54.566.7
•Significant growth capex planned for 2025-27 including spend
associated with the new Z Energy jet storage contract and bitumen
import terminal for Higgins
•Conversion capex includes forecast spend associated with the
ongoing bund program due to complete 2027
Growth and conversion capex ($m)
1.Capital expenditure in this table is presented on an accrual basis
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$1.29
$1.98
NTA per share Dec-23NTA per share Dec-24
Asset revaluation 2024
$381 million combined uplift in fair value of import terminal system and unutilisedland resulting in NTA of $1.98 per share
Net tangible assets (NTA) per share
•Assets held at fair value under NZ IFRS 13. Revaluation policy requires an
independent assessment of value every three years
•Import terminal system valuation
1
has increased $274 million to $1.1 billion.
Key changes impacting the Import Terminal System (ITS) valuation since
31 December 2023:
•Updated Envisoryfuel demand forecast providing greater confidence
in likely fuel demand beyond 2050 and improving the terminal value
assumption for the ITS
•Additional growth contracts signed and announced, with existing
contracts assumed to be renewed given greater certainty regarding
fuel outlook. ITS value excludes Z Energy storage contract and Higgins
bitumen terminal as these assets are not yet in service
•Significant reduction in risk free rate reducing discount rate
•Unutilisedland value
1
has increased $106 million to $122 million taking into
consideration values for port-adjacent land elsewhere in the country
along with likely heavy industrial use for the site. The unutilisedland
valuation does not include the value of the potential lease for the Seadra
biorefinery or reflect the potential future value of the Marsden Point
Energy Precinct
1. The Import Terminal System was independently valued by Deloitte and the land outside the Import Terminal System was independently valued by CBRE (Northland)
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FY25 Guidance
•Envisoryfuel demand outlook
1
indicates a 5% increase in throughput for
FY25 (impacts less than 50% of revenue). Channel remains cautious
based on economic environment and aircraft availability issues and
assumes jet demand in line with FY24
•EBITDA guidance of $89-$94 million, stay-in-business capex guidance
of 8-10% of revenue and NormalisedFree Cash Flow conversion factor
expected to be broadly in line with FY24 reflecting:
•PPI of 4.18% on all contracted revenues for FY25 (FY24 2.1%)
•Full year contribution of ~$3 million from the Transmixcontract
•The Board decision to invest for growth, including commercial and
legal support relating to the emerging portfolio of growth
opportunities for the Company. This investment is included in the
guidance range
•Transmission charge reduction of ~$1 million following the
commissioning of Meridian’s battery project in late 2024
•Recent refinancing of bank facilities reduced all-in cost of drawn
facilities by 0.6% per annum
•Wiri lease expiry Feb 2025 ($6 million contribution to EBITDA in FY24)
•Contracted step down in fixed fee component of import terminal
revenue from 1 April 2025
Guidance and outlook
Underlying EBITDA anticipated to continue to grow ($M)
FY26 and beyond
•Further $8 million annual revenue by 2027from three new
contracts signed in 2024 ($3 million included in FY25)
1.Envisoryfuel demand outlook released October 2024
81.3
89.1
87.2
95.1
89-94
FY23FY24FY25 Guidance
EBITDA excl WiriGuidance RangeWiri lease
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Strategy Update
ROB BUCHANAN, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
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Helping fuel New Zealand’s future to 2050 and beyond
OUR VISION
World-class energy infrastructure company
OUR PURPOSE
Delivering resilient infrastructure solutions to meet changing fuel and energy needs
OURSTRATEGIC PRIORITIES
Strong safety
systems and
culture
Resilient
infrastructure
Long-term asset
management
Customer focused
People and
capability
development
Future focused
Continuous
Improvement
Adaptive
Repurposing
Marsden Point
Support transition
of aviationto lower
carbon fuels
Marsden Point
Energy Precinct
Concept
Brownfield
opportunities at
Marsden Point
Consolidator of
fuels infrastructure
Supply chain
optimisationfor
our customers
Reducing
environmental
impacts
Community
engagement and
iwi relations
Just transition
Transparency and
disclosure
Target credit
metrics consistent
with a BBB+
shadow credit
rating
Deliver above
WACC returns
Cost management
Stable dividends
New Zealand’s Infrastructure
Partner of Choice
Grow Through Supporting
the Energy Transition
More Sustainable Future
World-Class
Operator
High Performance
Culture
Grow from
the Core
Support Energy
Transition
Good Neighbour,
Good Citizen
Disciplined Capital
Management
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2025
2026
2027
20282029
2030
2031
2032
2033
20342035
2036
2037
20382039
2040
2041
2042
2043
20442045
2046
2047
20482049
2050
2060
Envisory - Jet FuelEnvisory - DieselEnvisory - Petrol
Contracted revenue and throughput
Contracted Revenue Outlook ($M)
1,2
Marsden Point Throughput (Million Litres)Outlook
3
1.Revenue is in 2024 terms. Outlook uses Envisorybase case (released October 2024) assumptions and is subject to change based on actual fuel throughput volume
2.Contracted Revenue from 2025 onwards incudes 4.18% inflation for FY25
3.Source: Envisoryreleased October 2024
Contracted
Fixed
Revenue
Fixed revenue %
of total revenue
52%
51%
49%
52%
48%
47%47%47%
47%
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
160
202420252026202720282029203020312032
Contracted storageTerminal revenue - fixed
Terminal revenue - variableRental from Wiri
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STRATEGIC PILLARMEASURE2024 TARGET2024 ACHIEVED 2025 TARGET
New Zealand’s infrastructure
partner of choice
Safely home, every dayLost Time InjuriesZeroZeroZero
Diverse and engaged teamLift in employee engagement score
+4 percentage
points
+5 percentage
points
Maintain
Reliable infrastructurePipeline availability>98%>98%>98%
Growthrough supporting
the energy transition
Net zero Scope 1 & 2
emissions
Reduce Scope 1 & 2 emissions50% lower
1
>50% lower
1
70% lower
1
Supply resilience
Contracted new storage volume +10%>10%-
Contracted new revenues including
through contracted storage and
potential lease revenues
n/an/a+10%
2
More sustainable future
Protect our environmentTier 1 or 2 process safety incidentsZeroZeroZero
Financial disciplineDeliver plan and meet EBITDA guidance$91-$95m$95m$89-94m
Meaningful relationships
Customer assessment of Channel
performance based on customer survey
against key performance criteria
+10%+9.3%+5%
2024 measures of delivery
1.Lower than the 2023 baseline of 4,036 tCO
2
e
2.On FY24
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Growth opportunities secured in 2024
Three new growth contracts signed in 2024, with revenues commencing over 2025
1
to 2027, uplifting annual revenue by ~$11 million by
2027 (total of $120 million (prior to PPI indexation) over a 15-year period)
Transmix
(announced 1 May 2024)
Upgrade Marsden Point infrastructure to enable
transmixto be stored and exported
7-year contract with total revenue over the term
of the contract in excess of $20 million (prior to PPI
indexation), commenced late Q4 2024
Project completed safely, to schedule and on
budget
Bitumen
(announced 25 November 2024)
Diversifying customer base and product handling
set to provide bitumen terminalling services for
Higgins
15-year contract with total revenue over the initial
term of the contract of ~$45 million (prior to PPI
indexation), commencing in H2 2026
Project has commenced on schedule. Capex of
$17-21 million across 2025-2026.
Z Energy Storage Contract
(announced 23 August 2024)
Boosting resilience in New Zealand’s jet fuel supply
chain by creating significant additional storage of
jet fuel
10-year contract with total revenue ~$55 million
over contract term (prior to PPI indexation),
commencing Q1 2027
Project on schedule and tracking to budget. Capex
of $26-30 million across 2024 to 2026.
1.Transmixrevenue commenced late Q4 2024
MCH, Ammonia imports & other products
Biofuels Manufacture
Jetties
Floating LNG Receipt & Gasification
SAF Manufacture (Phase 1)
Lease (to Long-term Tenant)
Public Access (Mair Road)
SAF Manufacture Expansion (Phase 2)
Transpower, Northpower
Services for SAF Manufacture
Gas/Diesel
Peaker
Truck Loading Facility (Leased to WOSL
1
)
Flow Battery
IPL
Stormwater Retention Basin
Jet/SAF Compound
(120 Million Litres Capacity -
45 Million Litres in Service)
Diesel/Biofuels Compound
(120 Million Litres Capacity)
EnergySecurityOpportunities
Future Fuels Manufacturing Opportunities
Additional Storage Opportunities
Current Facility
Leased to Third Parties
Owned by Others
Marsden Point
Energy Precinct Concept
Bitumen Terminal
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Fuel Security Study concluded
•New Zealand Government’s Fuel Security Study findings released
this week.
•Cabinet set to consider further options for fuel resilience in New
Zealand, including an increase in diesel Minimum Stockholding
Obligations from 21 to 28 days (additional ~70 million litresof on-
shore storage) but not including reopening an oil refinery
•Channel is strategically positioned to support fuel importers to
meet these obligations if they come into force with ~350 million
litresof former tank capacity that can be repurposed
•Government has endorsed Channel’s vision for the Marsden Point
Energy Precinct and is considering Marsden Point site as a future
Special Economic Zone
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Capacity peaking project
•Channel has completed a scoping study on a potential diesel
peaking option. The project would make use of the available
capacity in the 220kv transmission system to Marsden Point,
Channel’s existing diesel infrastructure and the significant in-
country reserves of fuel already stored at Marsden Point
•The proposed model for the project would result in the
Company receiving capacity payments for making the plant
available to potential customers. This model ensures the
wholesale market risk is appropriately passed to industry
players who can offset the risk
•Channel would only proceed with building the plant if there is
contracted interest from electricity market participants
Additional storage and growth beyond Marsden Point
•Channel continues to discuss commercial storage and other
development projects at Marsden Point with a range of
potential customers and counterparties
•Channel remains committed to pursuing the acquisition of
terminal assets outside Marsden Point. Any acquisitions would
remain subject to our disciplined investment criteria of
generating above WACC returns and having contracted
customer revenues
Growth and energy resiliency initiatives
Sustainable Aviation Fuel continues to be a priority focus for
Fortescue
•Potential 300MW ~60 million litree-SAF facility at Marsden
Point continues to be an important project for Fortescue’s
aviation strategy
•Fortescue working to secure key pillars of their project with a
focus on offtake and issued an energy RFP to New Zealand
electricity suppliers in 2024
•New Zealand’s Energy Efficiency & Conservation Authority
(EECA) released a report in January 2025 which indicates this
project could reduce transmission constraints providing up to
a $100 million benefit and potential $800 million savings per
year for electricity consumers by 2045
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Potential Seadrabiorefinery project
2025
2026
Seadraworkstreams:
•FEED study for biorefinery plant complete
•Complete plant configuration for Marsden Point site
•Conclude commercial contracts with suppliers and
customers
•Confirm consenting requirements for site lease,
build and operation of biorefinery plant
•Complete financing arrangements
Seadraand Channel workstreams:
•Complete studies on site preparation and rerouting
of services
•Agree form of Lease, project works, infrastructure
facilities and storage services agreements
Detailed listing of
decommissioned assets
needed for the biorefinery,
and to be acquired by the
SeadraConsortium, is being
reviewed by engineers.
Significant proportion of the
potential asset sale proceeds
likely to be reinvested by
Channel in early demolition of
certain areas (already
provisioned in balance sheet)
and growth capex associated
with the construction of
infrastructure and storage
assets to the biorefinery. Any
capex for incremental
infrastructure and storage will
be invested for above WACC
returns with long-term
contracted revenues.
Currently targeting Final Investment Decision in H2 2025, subject to completion of key workstreams
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Sustainability targets
Progress to dateTarget
Gender
Representation
Net Zero
Legacy
hydrocarbon
plume
At least 40/40/20 gender representation
Net Zero Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030
10% reduction in legacy hydrocarbon
plume over 5 years from 2024
Females represented 47% of all new recruitment in
2024
Refocused talent search process ensuring diverse
talent seen on both sides of the interview table
Scope 1 and 2 emissions have reduced to 963 tCO
2
e
Decommissioning of crude oil storage tanks and
sludge handling unit, projects currently underway
Renewable electricity purchased from 1 Jan-24 via
Energy Attribute Certificates (EAC’s)
151 groundwater wells monitored onsite, including two
hydrocarbon recovery wells
Funding provided for the ongoing operation of the
containment system and groundwater recovery
program
Focus Area
25
Q&A
26
Appendix
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65%
28%
18%
13%
Contracts entered into since Import Terminal Conversion
CAPITAL PROJECT ANNOUNCEDPROGRESS FINANCIAL IMPACT
CAPEXREVENUETERM
2021
-
2027
Conversion
project
29 Nov 2021•Project 85% delivered to date safely, on-
schedule and remains in budget
•Firefighting equipment upgrades
completed in Q4 2024. Bunding work
continues until 2027
Spent to Dec 24:
$186 million
Budget: $220
million
Fixed fee $45m per
annum and minimum fee
$100m per annum (pre-
PPI indexation) for the first
36 months, stepping down
over time
10 years commencing 1 April
2022
2x 5 year rights of renewal
2021
-
2023
100 million litres
private storage
29 Nov 2021•Storage in service in FY23 safely, on
schedule and within budget
•Firefighting equipment upgrades
completed in 2024. Bunds to be delivered
in Q1 2025.
Spent to Dec 24:
$49 million
Budget: $50 million
~$9m per annum (prior to
PPI)
10 years commencing, in
tranches, from Q2 2022
2x 5-year rights of renewal
Additionalstorage
17 Nov 2022•Completedsafely, on-schedule and
within budget
$7 million~$25 million over contract
term from 2023
5 years commencing 2023
Additionalstorage
19 Oct 2023•Completedsafely, on-schedule and
within budget
Minimal~$9 million over 10 years
(2023 real terms)
10 years from 2024
2024
Transmixstorage
contract
1 May 2024•Infrastructure upgrades completedin
December safety, on-schedule and within
budget
$12 -15 million ~$3 million per annum
(pre-PPI indexation)
7 years from Q1 2025
2x 5 year rights of renewal
Z Energy Storage
Contract
23 Aug 2024•Project is in-progress and on schedule to
be delivered Q1 2027. Construction
commenced 2024.
$26 –30 million
across FY24 to FY26
~$55 million over contract
term (pre-PPI indexation)
10 years from Q1 2027
Bitumen import
terminal contract
25 Nov 2024•Progressing to plan, currently seeking
“expressions of interest” for construction
$17 –21 million
across FY25 and
FY26
$45 million over contract
term (pre-PPI indexation)
Opex of $0.2 million p.a.
15 years from H2 FY26
2x 5 year rights of renewal
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Debt Profile
Fixed Debt Profile ($M)Debt Maturity Profile ($M)
0
50
100
150
200
250
300
350
202520262027202820292030
BankRetail bonds
5.8% p.a.
3.0% p.a.
6.75% p.a.
-
50
100
150
200
250
300
Dec 24Jun 25Dec 25Jun 26Dec 26Jun 27Dec 27Jun 28Dec 28Jun 29Dec 29
Retail bonds (CHI030)Interest rate swapsRetail bonds (CHI020)
5.8% p.a.
3.0% p.a.
6.75% p.a.
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Discontinued Operations
•Revenue from discontinued operations principally reflects revenue
from scrap metal sales
•Operating costs include costs associated with the sale of
decommissioned assets, legal costs associated with settlement of
historical litigation claims, and costs associated with legacy refining
operations such as the retiree pension and medical scheme
•Revaluation of assets relates to the change in fair value of refining
plant
•Platinum recovery expected to be completed 1H 2025. The platinum
hedged is at USD 995 per troy ounce, presented asother assets on
the balance sheet and as conversion cash inflow on the cashflow
statement
FY24
($M)
FY23
($M)
Revenue
0.2
6.9
Operating costs
(3.8)
(4.2)
EBITDA
(3.6)
2.7
Conversion costs
(3.3)
(5.9)
Revaluation of assets
(7.0)
-
Net financing costs
(1.6)
(1.8)
Net loss before tax
(15.5)
(5.0)
Income tax
3.5
1.4
Net loss after tax
(12.1)
(3.6)
30
65%
28%
18%
13%
Glossary
Net borrowings: Bank borrowings less cash and cash equivalents and fair value hedge movements.
NormalisedFree Cash-flow: Cash flow from continuing operations less financing costs and stay in business capex. Excludes growth
capex and conversion costs.
Pipeline availability: Pipeline available hours divided by the total hours in the period.
Pipeline utilisation: Pipeline required pumping time (for planned product volume) divided by total hours in the period.
Tank availability: Calculated on total tank basis as available hours divided by total hours in the period (excludes planned outages).
Throughput: Imported fuel volumes, normally in million litres(ML), transferred to either the truck loading facility (TLF) at Marsden Point
or through the 170km pipeline to Auckland.
Transmix:A mix of petrol/jet/diesel product that results from the operation of terminals and multi-product pipelines.
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•This presentation contains forward looking statements concerning the
financial condition, results and operations of Channel Infrastructure NZ
Limited (hereafter referred to as “CHI”).
•Forward looking statements are subject to the risks and uncertainties
associated with the fuels supply environment, including price and foreign
currency fluctuations, regulatory changes, environmental factors,
production results, demand for CHI’s products or services and other
conditions. Forward looking statements are based on management’s
current expectations and assumptions and involve known and unknown
risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results, performance or
events to differ materially from those expressed or implied in these
statements.
•Forward looking statements include among other things, statements
concerning the potential exposure of CHI to market risk and statements
expressing management’s expectations, beliefs, estimates, forecasts,
projections and assumptions. Forward looking statements are identified by
the use of terms and phrases such as “anticipate”, “believe”, “could”,
“estimate”, “expect”, “goals”, “intend”, “may”, “objectives”, “outlook”, “plan”,
“probably”, “project”, “risks”, “seek”, “should”, “target”, “will” and similar terms
and phrases.
•Readers should not place undue reliance on forward looking statements.
Forward looking statements should be read in conjunction with CHI’s
financial statements released with this presentation. This presentation is
for information purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, tax,
financial product advice or investment advice or a recommendation to
acquire CHI’s securities and has been prepared without taking into
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Important Information
•In light of these risks, results could differ materially from those stated,
implied or inferred from the forward-looking statements contained in this
announcement. CHI does not guarantee future performance and past
performance information is for illustrative purposes only. To the maximum
extent permitted by law, the directors of CHI, CHI and any of its related
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•Except as required by law or regulation (including the NZX Listing Rules),
CHI undertakes no obligation to provide any additional or updated
information whether as a result of new information, future events or results
or otherwise.
•Forward looking figures in this presentation are unaudited and may
include non-GAAP financial measures and information. Not all of the
financial information (including any non-GAAP information) will have been
prepared in accordance with, nor is it intended to comply with: (i) the
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jurisdiction with IFRS. Some figures may be rounded, and so actual
calculation of the figures may differ from the figures in this presentation.
Non-GAAP financial information does not have a standardised meaning
prescribed by GAAP and therefore may not be comparable to similar
financial information presented by other entities. Non-GAAP financial
information in this presentation is not audited or reviewed.
•Each forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date of this
announcement, 27 February 2025.
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