1. INTRODUCTION
Uzma Berhad ("Uzma" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that on 21 May 2015, its 40% associate company, Sazma Aviation Sdn. Bhd ("SAZMA"), was awarded by PETRONAS Carigali Sdn Bhd (PCSB) two (2) following contracts :
1. Contract for the provision of helicopter services for PETRONAS well drilling campaign at the East Coast of Sabah ("Contract A"); and
2. Contract for the provision of aviation services for PETRONAS Sabah Operations (SBO) ("Contract B").
2. VALUE AND DURATION OF THE CONTRACT
Contract A is valued at approximately RM12.5 million. The duration of the contract is for six (6) months effective from 15 May 2015 to 14 November 2015 with an extension option exercisable by PCSB of 3 months until 14 February 2016.
Contract B is valued at RM154 million. The duration of the contract is for five (5) years effective from 23 March 2015 to 22 March 2020 with an extension option exercisable by PCSB of 1 year until 22 March 2021.
3. RISK FACTORS
After due deliberation, the group foresees, amongst others, the following risks in relation to the contract:
3.1 Project delay
The execution of the contract is depending on work orders to be issued by PCSB from time to time. It is the prerogative of PCSB to decide the timing on the requirement of the equipment and services. Hence, any delay in issuing work orders will lead to delay in revenue recognition.
3.2 Low oil price
The key determinant factor for viability of offshore operations of which aviation services is part of, is oil price. The project could become sub-economic if crude oil dipped below USD25-30 per barrel.
4. FINANCIAL EFFECTS
The Contract will have no effect on the issued and paid-up capital of the Uzma Berhad and is expected to contribute positively to the earnings of the Company for the financial year ending 31 December 2015 and future years. The Contract is expected to enhance net assets per share of the group for the financial year ending 31 December 2015 and future years.
5. DIRECTORS’ AND MAJOR SHAREHOLDERS’ INTEREST
None of the directors or substantial shareholders of the Company, or persons connected with them, has any interest, direct or indirect, in the contract.
6. DIRECTORS’ STATEMENT
The Board of Directors of Uzma is of the opinion that the acceptance of the Contract is in the best interest of Uzma.
This announcement is dated 25 May 2015
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