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2 0 1 7 A N N U A L R E P O R T 1 | ANNUAL REPORT 2017 CONTENTS 03 COMPANY PROFILE 04 MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN 09 BOARD OF DIRECTORS 22 THE MANAGEMENT 26 CORPORATE STRUCTURE 28 BUSINESS REVIEW 32 CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY 35 AWARDS AND ACCOLADES 36 CORPORATE INFORMATION 37 REPORT OF CORPORATE GOVERNANCE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 56 DIRECTORS’ STATEMENT 59 INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT 66 STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL POSITION 68 CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF PROFIT OR LOSS AND OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME 69 STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN EQUITY 71 CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS 73 NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 151 STATISTICS OF SHAREHOLDING 153 NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING PROXY FORM This Annual Report has been prepared by the Company and its contents have been reviewed by the Company’s Sponsor, RHT Capital Pte. Ltd. (the “Sponsor”), for compliance with the relevant rules of the Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Limited (the “SGX-ST”). The SGX-ST Sponsor has not independently verified the contents of this Annual Report. This Annual Report has not been examined or approved by the SGX-ST and the SGX-ST assumes no responsibility for the contents of this Annual Report, including the correctness of any of the statements or opinions made or reports contained in this Annual Report. The contact person for the Sponsor is Mr Khong Choun Mun, Registered Professional, RHT Capital Pte. Ltd., Six Battery Road. #10-01, Singapore 049909, Telephone (65) 6387 6757. 2 | KOP LIMITED 3 | ANNUAL REPORT 2017 COMPANY PROFILE KOP Limited (“KOPL” or the “Group”) is a Singapore-based real estate development and entertainment company with a diversified portfolio of developments and investments in Singapore as well as the region. With origins leading back to KOP Properties Pte. Ltd., the Group has quickly built a reputation as a developer of niche, iconic and award-winning projects, such as The Ritz-Carlton Residences in Singapore and Montigo Resorts, Nongsa and Seminyak in Indonesia. KOPL’s integrated business model spans from property development, investments and management services, to hospitality and entertainment. Through a broad range of distinctive and award-winning real estate and hospitality projects crafted with quality design and workmanship, KOPL provides unique living and leisure experiences to its clients. The Group’s entertainment arm endeavours to drive investments and partnerships with specialist companies that focus on providing venues as well as creating educational entertainment content including concerts, musicals, exhibitions and events. Leveraging the strategic synergies between its subsidiaries, KOPL is empowered to expand its core business of property development, incorporating entertainment elements to add flavour and character to its real estate projects. Through spearheading high-quality and innovative projects, with the objective to strengthen its market leadership ambitions, KOPL aims to generate growing returns for its shareholders. 4 | KOP LIMITED MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN Dear Valued Shareholders, On behalf of the Board of Directors, I am honoured to present KOP Limited’s (“KOPL” or the “Group”) Annual Report for the financial year ended 31 March 2017 (“FY2017”). The last financial year has been fraught with geo-political volatilities. From the UK referendum to leave the European Union in June 2016, to the US election in November 2016, FY2017 has been eventful for the world and financial markets, to say the least. However, beneath the political turmoil, economic momentum has been picking up both globally and domestically. According to data released by the Ministry of Trade and Industry, Singapore’s GDP growth was 2% in 2016, which surpassed the Government’s forecast of between 1% and 1.5%1. What was more encouraging was that the pace accelerated to 2.7% in the first quarter of 2017, which would be at the higher end of the Government’s full-year forecast of 1% to 3% for this year2. Against the backdrop of improving macro-economic trends, KOPL continues to push through with our vision of building properties with strong points of differentiation to create value for users and our stakeholders. In the process, we have divested the Cranley Hotel in the United Kingdom so as to unlock value for shareholders and create an opportunity for us to recycle capital into other yield-accretive investments to enhance long-term shareholder value. With the gains from the divestment of Cranley Hotel, our profit after tax grew 16 times to S$2.2 million. This was despite revenue declining 34% year-on-year to S$16.2 million with the completion and handover of lesser properties in our Montigo Resorts, Nongsa, as well as the refocus of our Entertainment segment from the legacy DVD business, which we exited in FY2016, to content creation such as live shows that are complementary to our integrated real estate developments with one-of-a-kind concepts. Similarly, we have, through our associated company, divested the bulk of our investment in Prudential Tower. The proceeds would allow us to fund our current projects. 1. Singapore economy grows 2% in 2016, helped by strong Q4 – Channel News Asia – February 17, 2017 2. Singapore flags concerns with China, but maintains 2017 GDP growth forecast for now – CNBC – May 24, 2017 5 | ANNUAL REPORT 2017 Distinctive Real Estate We continue to focus on our ability to add value to our properties by creating highly differentiated products that are at the leading edge in terms of setting the trend. One example would be our Wintastar project in Shanghai, China. Following the successful tender of land for this project, together with our partners, we will begin construction work on this mixed-use development with commercial, lifestyle and residential components, and integrate Olympic-grade indoor winter sport facilities. We believe this would be a landmark project, not only in China, but also globally, showcasing a fully-integrated education and entertainment-based real estate that provides year-round access to an indoor ski-park, aprés-ski areas, a winter sports facility for hosting competitions, theatres, hotels and resorts, as well as retail and dining. Since we began conceptualising the project, technology has improved by leaps and bounds. This opens up opportunities for us to integrate leading edge technologies into our project to allow greater immersive experience for users. Hospitality with a Difference After divesting Cranley Hotel, we are currently focused on developing the Montigo Resorts brand. Indeed, we have built-up this brand to be synonymous with a multi-generational travel experience. So far we have delivered that with Montigo Resorts, Nongsa in Batam and Montigo Resorts, Seminyak in Bali. Going forward, we would be enhancing our existing properties, with the extension of Montigo Resorts, Seminyak expected to be completed by FY2018. We would also be looking for new locations where we could widen our reach. This may include managing the hotel and resort portion of our Wintastar project in Shanghai, as well as expansion to other popular tourist destinations. Entertainment Alive This year, we would place greater emphasis on building up our Entertainment division. As I have mentioned last year, our focus going forward is in original content creation. Besides collaborating with Singapore Repertory Theatre (SRT), Singapore’s leading English theatre company, best known for staging the critically-acclaimed local musical “Forbidden City: Portrait of an Empress” featuring Singapore’s pop star Kit Chan, we will also be looking to bring cultural art performances, European theatre or live shows to Singapore and the region. This takes priority as it ties in well with our strategy to fulfill the entertainment element required in our Wintastar project. 6 | KOP LIMITED Looking Ahead Outlook for the global environment continues to be fraught with uncertainties. While economic growth around the world looks more promising, geo-politics have become more volatile especially in the Korean Peninsula and the South China Sea, with possible repercussions on the rest of the Asian region. In addition, foreign policy ambiguities with the new US President with regards to Asia, may raise further concerns on the political and economic stability of the region. Under such constraints, management remains vigilant in running a tight ship and ensuring that our existing operations are efficiently managed. In the meantime, we would be seeking out strategic opportunities that would fit into our long-term vision and objectives. However, we would like to assure stakeholders that all these would be undertaken with the most thorough consideration and the greatest prudence. Appreciation There are many that I would like to thank for all they have done last year. My most sincere appreciation goes to the Board of Directors who has provided their valuable insight and wise counsel to me and the Group. I would also like to take the opportunity to recognise our management team and staff for their dedication and hard work in driving the Group constantly forward regardless of the challenging conditions. To our clients, partners and business associates, I would like to express our deepest gratitude for your unwavering support over the years. Last but not least, to our valued shareholders who have continued to place their faith and trust in us in the last year, may I extend my heartfelt thanks for your vote of confidence. With your support, we continue to strive to build KOP into a leading property and hospitality lifestyle group, differentiating ourselves with cutting edge ideas that put us in good stead for the future. Ms Ong Chih Ching Executive Chairman and Executive Director 7 | ANNUAL REPORT 2017 8 | KOP LIMITED 9 | ANNUAL REPORT 2017 BOARD OF DIRECTORS ONG CHIH CHING LENY SUPARMAN Executive Chairman Group Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director and Executive Director KO CHUAN AUN LEE KIAM HWEE HO KAH LEONG YU FOO-YEE SHOON President and Executive Director Lead Independent Director Independent Director Independent Director 10 | KOP LIMITED Ms Ong Chih Ching Executive Chairman and Executive Director Ong Chih Ching is the Executive Chairman and Executive Director of KOP Limited.