KNM Group Annual Report 2017 PDF

Vision
To be a leading process equipment manufacturer

and a modular process systems provider for
the oil, gas, petrochemicals, minerals, power,
environmental and renewable energy sectors
MiSsion
To be a one stop centre for the provision of process
equipment and process systems with state-of-the-
art-technology
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CONTENTS
Corporate Information ...................................................... 2
Notice of Annual General Meeting .................................... 3
Corporate Structure .......................................................... 9
KNM at a Glance ............................................................. 10
5-Year Group Financial Highlights ................................... 11
Chairman’s Message ....................................................... 12
Management Discussion & Analysis ............................... 13
Profile of Directors ......................................................... 16
Profile of Key Senior Management .................................... 19
Corporate Governance Overview Statement ..................... 21
Corporate Sustainability Statement................................. 33
Audit Committee Report ................................................. 37
Statement on Risk Management and
Internal Control ........................................................... 39
Financial Statements ...................................................... 41
List of Top 10 Major Properties ..................................... 158
Analysis of Shareholdings and
Warrantholdings .........................................................161
Form of Proxy
CORPORATE INFORMATION
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Dato’ Ab Halim bin Mohyiddin, DPMS Soh Yoke Yan
Independent Non-Executive Chairman Independent Non-Executive Director
Ir Lee Swee Eng Gan Siew Liat

Group Chief Executive Officer/Executive Director Executive Director
Dato’ Dr Khalid bin Ngah Chew Fook Sin

Senior Independent Non-Executive Director Executive Director
Dato’ Sri Adnan bin Wan Mamat

Independent Non-Executive Director
BOARD COMMITTEES
AUDIT NOMINATION REMUNERATION ESOS
COMMITTEE COMMITTEE COMMITTEE COMMITTEE
MEMBERS MEMBERS MEMBERS MEMBERS
Chairman Dato’ Ab Halim Dato’ Ab Halim Dato’ Dr Khalid Dato’ Dr Khalid

bin Mohyiddin bin Mohyiddin bin Ngah bin Ngah
Dato’ Dr Khalid Dato’ Dr Khalid Dato’ Ab Halim Soh Yoke Yan

bin Ngah bin Ngah bin Mohyiddin
Dato’ Sri Adnan Soh Yoke Yan Soh Yoke Yan Gan Siew Liat
bin Wan Mamat
Soh Yoke Yan Ir Lee Swee Eng
GROUP COMPANY SECRETARY REGISTERED OFFICE DATE OF INCORPORATION

Jason Minos Anak Peter 15 Jalan Dagang SB 4/1 Incorporated on 22 July 2000 as a private
LS 0009402 Taman Sungai Besi Indah company limited by shares. Converted to
Email : cosec@knm-group.com 43300 Seri Kembangan a public company limited by shares on 12
Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia September 2000.
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N Tel No. : 603-8946 3000
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Email : knm@knm-group.com
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AUDITORS SHARE REGISTRAR STOCK EXCHANGE LISTING
B KPMG PLT Symphony Share Registrars Sdn Bhd Main Market of
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H Level 10, KPMG Tower Pusat Dagangan Dana 1 (Listed since 11 August 2003)
A 8 First Avenue, Bandar Utama Jalan PJU 1A/46 Stock name : KNM
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47800 Petaling Jaya 47301 Petaling Jaya Stock code : 7164
A Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia
N Tel No. : 603-7721 3388 Tel No. : 603-7849 0777
N Fax No. : 603-7721 3399 Fax No. : 603-7841 8151 / 8152
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PRINCIPAL FINANCIERS
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E Industrial & Commercial Bank of China Bank of China (Malaysia) Berhad Malayan Banking Berhad
P (Malaysia) Berhad Ground, Mezzanine & 1st Floor Menara Maybank
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T Kuala Lumpur City Centre 25 Jalan Ampang 50050 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
50088 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the 16th Annual General Meeting of KNM Group Berhad will be held at Parameswara
Room, Level 2, Philea Mines Beach Resort, Jalan Dulang, MINES Resort City, 43300 Seri Kembangan, Selangor Darul
Ehsan, Malaysia on Wednesday, 27 June 2018 at 10.00 a.m. for the following purposes:
As Ordinary Business:
1. To receive the Audited Financial Statements of the Company for the financial year
ended 31 December 2017 and the Reports of the Directors and Auditors (Please
refer to note (i)).

2. To re-elect the following Directors who retire pursuant to Article 127 of the
Company’s Constitution:

(a) Ir Lee Swee Eng Ordinary Resolution 1

(b) Soh Yoke Yan Ordinary Resolution 2
3. To approve the Directors’ fees and benefits of RM1,347,000 for the financial year Ordinary Resolution 3
ended 31 December 2017.
4. To re-appoint Messrs KPMG PLT as Auditors of the Company and to authorise Ordinary Resolution 4
the Directors to fix their remuneration.
As Special Business:
To consider and if thought fit, to pass with or without modifications, the following
Resolutions:
5. Retention of Dato’ Ab Halim bin Mohyiddin as Independent Director Ordinary Resolution 5
“THAT Dato’ Ab Halim bin Mohyiddin be and is hereby retained as an Independent

Director of the Company and to hold office until the conclusion of the next Annual
General Meeting.”
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“THAT subject to the Companies Act 2016 and Constitution of the Company, the R
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Act 2016, to allot and issue shares in the Company at any time and upon such P
terms and conditions and for such purposes as the Directors may, in their absolute
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does not exceed ten percent (10%) of the total number of issued shares of the R
Company for the time being and that the Directors be and are also empowered H
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so issued on Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad AND THAT such authority shall
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7. Proposed renewal of shareholders’ mandate for share buy-back Ordinary Resolution 7
“THAT subject to the compliance with all applicable laws, the Companies Act
2016 (“the Act”), the Company’s Constitution, and the regulations and guidelines
applied from time to time by Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad (”Bursa Securities”)
and/or any other relevant regulatory authority, approval be and is hereby given
to the Company to purchase at any time such amount of ordinary shares in the
Company as may be determined by the Directors of the Company from time to
time through Bursa Securities upon such terms and conditions as the Directors
in their absolute discretion deem fit and expedient in the interest of the Company
(“Proposed Share Buy-Back Mandate”) provided that:
(i) the aggregate number of ordinary shares which may be purchased and
retained as treasury shares by the Company at any point of time pursuant to
the Proposed Share Buy-Back Mandate shall not exceed ten percent (10%)
of the total number of issued shares of the Company;
(ii) the amount of funds to be allocated by the Company pursuant to the

Proposed Share Buy-Back Mandate shall not exceed the retained earnings
of the Company as at 31 December 2017; and
(iii) the shares so purchased by the Company pursuant to the Proposed Share
Buy-Back Mandate may at the discretion of the Directors be:
(a) retained as treasury shares; and/or
(b) cancelled; and/or
(c) resold on the market of Bursa Securities in accordance to the Main

Market Listing Requirements; and/or
(d) distributed as dividends to the shareholders; and/or
(e) transferred for purposes of an employees’ share scheme and/or as

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A Meeting is required to be held pursuant to Section 340(2) of the Act (but must
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AND THAT the Directors of the Company be and are hereby authorised to complete
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8. Proposed shareholders’ mandate for recurrent related party transactions of a Ordinary Resolution 8
revenue or trading nature
“THAT approval be and is hereby given to the Company and/or its subsidiaries
(“KNM Group”) to enter into all arrangements and/or transactions involving the
interests of Directors, major shareholders or persons connected with the Directors
and/or major shareholders of KNM Group (“Related Parties”) as specified in
section 2.4 of the Circular to Shareholders dated 30 April 2018 provided that such
arrangements and/or transactions are:
(i) recurrent transactions of a revenue or trading nature;
(ii) necessary for the day-to-day operations;
(iii) carried out in the ordinary course of business on normal commercial terms
which are not more favourable to Related Parties than those generally
available to the public; and
(iv) are not to the detriment of minority shareholders,
(hereinafter referred to as the “Proposed Recurrent RPT Mandate”);
AND THAT such authority conferred by the shareholders of the Company upon
passing of this resolution pertaining to the Proposed Recurrent RPT Mandate will
continue to be in force until the conclusion of the next Annual General Meeting
of the Company, unless by a resolution passed at that meeting, the authority is
renewed; or the expiration of the period within which the next Annual General
Meeting is required to be held pursuant to Section 340(2) of the Act (but must
not extend to such extensions as may be allowed pursuant to Section 340(4) of
the Act); or until the authority is revoked or varied by a resolution passed by the
shareholders in a general meeting, whichever is the earlier;
AND THAT the Directors of the Company be and are hereby empowered to
complete and to do all such acts and things including executing all such
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Notes:-
(i) This Agenda item is meant for discussion only and is not to be put forward for voting as the provision of Section 340(1) of
the Companies Act 2016 does not require a formal approval of the shareholders.
(ii) A proxy may but need not be a member of the Company.
(iii) A member shall not, subject to paragraph (iv) below, be entitled to appoint more than two (2) proxies to attend and vote at the
same meeting. Where a member appoints more than one (1) proxy to attend and vote at the same meeting, the appointment
shall be invalid unless he/she specifies the proportions of his/her holdings to be represented by each proxy.
(iv) Where a member of the Company is an exempt authorised nominee as defined under the Securities Industry (Central
Depositories) Act 1991 which holds ordinary shares in the Company for multiple beneficial owners in one securities account
(“omnibus account”), there is no limit to the number of proxies which the exempt authorised nominee may appoint in respect
of each omnibus account it holds.
(v) To be valid, the duly completed form of proxy must be deposited at the registered office of the Company at 15 Jalan Dagang
SB 4/1, Taman Sungai Besi Indah, 43300 Seri Kembangan, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia not less than forty-eight (48)
hours before the time for holding the meeting or any adjournment thereof.
(vi) The instrument appointing a proxy shall be in writing under the hand of the appointer or of his/her attorney duly authorised
in writing or if the appointer is a corporation, either under its common seal or under the hand of its officer or attorney duly
authorised.
(vii) In respect of deposited securities, only members whose names appear in the Record of Depositors on 20 June 2018 shall
be eligible to attend the meeting or appoint proxies to attend and vote in his/her stead.
(viii) Pursuant to Paragraph 8.29A(1) of the Main Market Listing Requirements of Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad, all resolutions
set out in the Notice of the 16th Annual General Meeting will be put to vote by way of poll.
EXPLANATORY NOTES ON SPECIAL BUSINESS
1. Retention of Dato’ Ab Halim bin Mohyiddin as Independent Director
In respect of the proposed Ordinary Resolution 5:-
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2011. Thereafter, he was re-designated as Chairman of the Company on 29 April 2013.
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A (b) He is not related to any of the Company’s directors or major shareholders;
N (c) He does not have any conflict of interest with the Company and has not entered/is not expected to enter
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A (d) He is currently not sitting on the board of any other public and/or private companies having the same
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R (e) His experience and knowledge of the Company and KNM Group’s activities and corporate history is
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2. Authority to allot and issue shares pursuant to Section 75 of the Companies Act 2016
(a) The shareholders’ general mandate sought under the proposed Ordinary Resolution 6 is a renewal of
the relevant shareholders’ general mandate obtained in the previous Company’s 15th Annual General
Meeting held on 15 June 2017 (“Previous Mandate”) and such authority will lapse at the conclusion of
the forthcoming 16th Annual General Meeting to be held on 27 June 2018.
(b) In order to eliminate any delay and costs involved in convening a general meeting to approve such
issuance of shares, and to give flexibility and expediency to the Company to allot and issue shares, it is
considered appropriate that the Directors be empowered, as proposed in Ordinary Resolution 6, if passed,
to allot and issue up to ten percent (10%) of the total number of issued shares of the Company for the
time being for such purposes as the Directors deem fit and in the best interest of the Company. This
authority, unless revoked at a general meeting, will expire at the conclusion of the next annual general
meeting of the Company.
(c) Pursuant to the Previous Mandate, the Company has issued 213,281,400 new ordinary shares in the
Company (“Placement Shares”), representing approximately ten percent (10%) of the total number of
issued shares of the Company (excluding treasury shares) at an issue price of RM0.24 per share via a
Private Placement Exercise involving the new issue of shares as previously announced on 10 November
2017 (the “Exercise”). The gross proceeds raised pursuant to the Exercise has been utilised as follows:-
Utilisation
Purpose (RM’000)
Repayment of bank borrowings 40,000

Working capital requirements 9,733
Defrayment of expenses related to the Exercise 1,455
Total 51,188
(d) The Board continues to consider any opportunities to broaden the operating base and earnings potential
of the Company. If any fund raising or merger and acquisition or expansion or diversification proposals,
as the case may be, involve the issuance of new shares, the Directors would have to convene a general
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STATEMENT ACCOMPANYING NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
1. Details of persons who are standing for election as Directors
There is no individual seeking election as a Director at the 16th Annual General Meeting of the Company. However,
the particulars of all Directors including those standing for re-election, re-appointment and/or retention as
Directors at the 16th Annual General Meeting (Resolutions 1, 2 and 5) are set out in their respective Profiles of
Directors and information relating to the Directors’ interests in the securities of the Company is presented in
the Analysis of Shareholdings and Warrantholdings in the Annual Report 2017.
2. Ordinary resolution on authority to Directors to allot and issue shares
Details of the authority to Directors to allot and issue shares in the Company pursuant to Section 75 of the
Companies Act 2016 are stated in the Explanatory Note (2) of the Notice of Annual General Meeting.
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Corporate Structure
as at 31 March 2018
100% KNM Management 100% Deutsche KNM GmbH 100% BORSIG

Services Sdn Bhd Beteiligungsverwaltungsgesellschaft
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100% KNM Technical Services Sdn Bhd 100% BORSIG GmbH
100% KNM Capital Sdn Bhd 100% BORSIG ZM 100% BORSIG Compressor Parts
100% Perwira Awan Sdn Bhd Compression GmbH GmbH
BORSIG Process Heat
100% Exchanger GmbH
100% KNM OGPET (East Coast) Sdn Bhd
100% BORSIG Membrane 51% GMT Membrantechnik GmbH
Technology GmbH
100% Prestige International
Ltd 100% Sumber Amantech Sdn Bhd
100% BORSIG Boiler Systems GmbH
100% Duraton Engineering Sdn Bhd 100% BORSIG Service GmbH
40% Dimensi Bumijaya Sdn Bhd

100% KNM Process 51% KNM Borsig Services Sdn Bhd
Systems Sdn Bhd
(“KNMPS”)
100% Borsig Services Australia Pty Ltd
49%
20.4% BORSIG Boiler Systems Sdn Bhd
79.6%
100% KNM Global (S) Pte Ltd
100% KNM Exotic Equipment Sdn Bhd 100% KMK Power Sdn Bhd 100% Poplar Investments Limited
100% KNM Transparent Energy Sdn Bhd

40% 100% KPS Inc
100% Splendid Investments 40% Hansol KNM Greentech Sdn Bhd 100% KPS Technology
Limited Group LLC
86% KNM-DP Fabricators Sdn Bhd 94.44% KPS Technology &

Engineering LLC
100% KNM Europa BV 100% KNM Corporation 100% KNM Process Equipment Inc
100% KNM Capital

Labuan Limited 100% KNM Project Services Limited 100%
50% KHH Infrastructures Sdn Bhd 1840355 Alberta Ltd
Group Berhad
100% FBM Icoss Srl 100% KNM Industries Inc
80% KNM OGPET (Sabah) Sdn Bhd
30% 100% FBM Hudson Italiana SpA 7% Byelkamit JSC

40% Petrosab Petroleum 70% Petrosab Petroleum Engineering
Sdn Bhd Sdn Bhd 49%
100% FBM-KNM FZCO
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100% KNM Global Ltd K
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100% KNM Overseas (China) Sdn Bhd 100% KNM Special Process Equipment
(Changshu) Co Ltd
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100% PT KPE Industries R
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100% KNM International
* 1 share held by KNMPS U
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51% Saudi KNM Ltd
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100% Verwater KNM Sdn Bhd E
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70% KNM HMS Energy H
Sdn Bhd 70% CNI Engineering & Construction A
Malaysia Sdn Bhd
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48% Kimma Thai Co Ltd 51% KNM Projects (Thailand) Co Ltd A

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Konsortium AHHK
Impress Ethanol Co., Ltd. E
29% 100% Asia Bio-fuels Limited 22.14%
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100% Asia Biofuels II Ltd.
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Energy Sdn Bhd 100% Global Green Energy Corporation 100% Peterborough Green Energy Ltd 0
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KNM at a Glance
GLOBAL PRESENCE
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5-YEAR GROUP FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
2017 2016 2015 2014 2013
Revenue (RM’000) 1,389,654 1,646,782 1,641,282 1,865,131 1,984,006
(Loss)/Profit Before Tax (RM’000) (28,518) (316,647) 124,135 118,249 44,557
(Loss)/Profit After Tax (RM’000) (45,204) (333,124) 47,899 39,752 19,908
(Loss)/Earnings Before Interest, Tax,

Depreciation and Amortisation (RM’000) 117,386 (181,254) 263,144 269,428 198,599
Shareholders’ Equity (RM’000) 2,396,222 2,385,418 2,718,794 2,162,046 2,059,755
Basic (Loss)/Earnings Per Share (sen) (2.00) (15.61) 2.65 2.72 1.47
Net Assets Per Share (RM) 1.01 1.11 1.26 1.32 1.38
REVENUE (RM’OOO) (Loss)/Profit After Tax (RM’OOO)
1,984,006 47,899
1,865,131 39,752
1,641,282 1,646,782 19,908
1,389,654
(45,204)
(333,124)
2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017
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Dato’ Ab Halim Bin Mohyiddin
Chairman
chairman’s
message
Dear Valued Shareholders,
On behalf of the Board of Directors, I am pleased to present to you the Annual Report
of KNM Group Berhad for the financial year ended 31 December 2017.
Overall, 2017 will likely come to be remembered as the year during which the oil & gas industry
emerged from the three-year depression. The underlying industries of our process equipment
operations such as refining and petrochemical industries have been improving in 2017 in
tandem with the increase in crude oil price.
It is my pleasure to inform that our Group has made significant achievement in 2017 where our
first renewable energy business i.e. our bio-ethanol plant in Thailand has been successfully
K commissioned and commenced its commercial operation in September 2017. We are also
N proud to announce that our bio-ethanol plant is producing very high quality ethanol with more
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than 99.9% purity. The high quality ethanol has enabled Impress Ethanol Co., Ltd. (“IEL”) to
G secure contracts from the well-established customers in Thailand. In addition, I would like to
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U and OHSAS 18001:2007 certifications in March 2018.
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B IEL has in May 2017 commenced the construction of its additional 300,000-litre per day ethanol
E production facility (“Phase 2”) which is expected to commence commercial operations in third
R quarter of 2019. By then, IEL will be able to produce 500,000 litres of ethanol per day.
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D I am pleased to see that our strategies and recurring income business initiatives are gradually
A bearing fruit which will boost our Group’s future earnings. Our Group will continue its strategy
N to diversifying its sources of income from project based by building more long term sustainable
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clients, affiliates, financiers and business partners, for your continuing support, invaluable trust
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T for their contribution, dedication and untiring commitment to our Group during this challenging
time as well as to my fellow Board members for their invaluable advice and guidance and
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1 achieving new milestones for KNM.
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Management Discussion & Analysis
MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION & ANALYSIS OPERATION

OVERVIEW
Revenue By
Our Group is well diversified with core businesses in project Geographical Segment
management, engineering, manufacturing, commissioning and
(FY2017)
maintenance of process equipment for the renewable energy,
power, utilities, refining and petrochemical industries. We also
America
provide one-stop process packages and integrated solutions for
the oil and gas, power and renewable energy industries. 1% Asia &
Oceania
Our Group is transforming our income base by undertaking and
become the owner of projects that generate recurring income. We 14%
are pleased to inform that our first recurring income business in
renewable energy industry i.e. our bio-ethanol plant in Thailand Customers
has successfully commissioned and commenced its production
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of ethanol in September 2017. In addition, Impress Ethanol Co.,
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Ltd. (“IEL”) has in May 2017 commenced the construction of its
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facility for additional 300,000 litres per day capacity (“Phase 2”)
which is expected to commence commercial operation in third Europe
quarter of 2019. 85%
The construction and services revenue mainly comprised revenues
generated from supply of process equipment, which contributed
approximately 69% of the total revenue; and ancillary services
and sales of spare parts. Although IEL has only commenced
its commercial operation since end of September 2017, it has
contributed approximately 3% of our Group’s revenue in FY2017
and the management is forecasting that sales from ethanol will
contribute up to 15% of our Group’s revenue in next financial year.
FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE
Revenue By Industry
Our Group’s revenue for the financial year ended 31 December K
2017 (“FY2017”) has recorded approximately RM1.4 billion as
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financial year ended 31 December 2016 (“FY2016”), mainly due to Ethanol G
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FINANCIAL Position
Total Assets
Total assets of our Group had reduced by RM274.7 million to RM4,366.7 million as at 31 December 2017, mainly
due to depreciation of property, plant and equipment and reduction of cash and bank balances which were used to
repay the borrowings and trade and other payables.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
On 29 November 2017, KNM had completed its additional listing of 213,281,400 shares pursuant to a private placement
exercise. The private placement exercise had successfully raised approximately RM51.2 million proceeds for the
Group. The proceeds were utilized to repay borrowings, for our Group’s working capital and to pay the incidental
expenses of the private placement exercise.
Our Group’s borrowings has been reduced by RM132.4 million from RM1,321.4 million as at 31 December 2016 to
RM1,189.0 million as at 31 December 2017. Consequently, the gearing ratio of Our Group as at 31 December 2017
has been reduced to 0.5 times as compared to 0.6 times as at 31 December 2016.
The cash and bank balances was at RM235.6 million as at 31 December 2017 as compared with RM419.2 million
as at 31 December 2016, mainly due to repayment of borrowings and capital expenditure for Phase 2 of bio-ethanol
plant in Thailand as well as repayment of trade and other payables.
RISK EXPOSURE
Our Group’s revenue recognition is based on the stage of completion of the project. The fluctuation of the revenue
recognised over the years mostly depends on the frequency of the new orders replenishment and the stage of
completion of the projects. The risk for our Group is that if there is a delay in replenishing new orders and most
projects are at their tail end, the revenue recorded will decrease. As such, we have established the recurring income
streams to mitigate the fluctuation risk and expect to have more consistent performance in the future. For the bio-
ethanol plant, we have also signed long-term offtake agreements with the customers to secure the future revenue
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P mitigate the risk, our Group strives to constantly monitor the developments of our foreign currency exposure and will
take the necessary steps to minimise their impacts. Our Group has a formal hedging policy of entering into foreign
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N We are closely and continuously monitoring the market and price movements of cassava and negotiating long term
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OUTLOOK
We anticipate that the outlook for year 2018 will remain challenging. The trade battle erupted in early April 2018
between United States of America and China has added more uncertainties to the global economy. The oil and gas
industry will continue its slow recovery as upstream companies increase production, helping the midstream and
services businesses as well. The outlook for the refining and marketing sector is stable, with earnings likely to
increase 5-7% in 2018 (source: Moody’s Oil & Gas -- Global 2018 Outlook).
The Management is optimistic on the prospect our bio-ethanol plant in Thailand. Through the period 2017 to 2019,
domestic demand for ethanol is expected to increase by an average of 3-5% p.a. on the back of a general growth in
demand for fuels and an expansion of the vehicle fleet capable to use higher ethanol mixes e.g. E20 (20% ethanol
mixture) and E85 (85% ethanol mixture) (source: Bank of Ayudhya Public Company Limited, Krungsri Research May
2017). The Thailand Department of Energy Business is currently reviewing the phasing out of E10 in the Thailand oil
retailing market nationwide. Once E10 is phased out, the use of E20 gasohol is expected to increase thus resulting in
higher ethanol demand. Meanwhile, the world’s crude oil price is expected to rise in year 2018. This is an important
factor that benefits the ethanol industry as a whole. Under Thailand’s ethanol policy, the government promotes the
use of gasohol through price incentives and an excise tax reduction for cars compatible with E20 and E85 gasohol.
As such, the Management is looking forward to the completion of IEL’s Phase 2 which will bring positive growth to
the Group.
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PROFILE OF DIRECTORS
DATO’ AB HALIM BIN MOHYIDDIN, DPMS IR LEE SWEE ENG

Independent Non-Executive Chairman Group Chief Executive Officer/Executive Director
Aged 72, Male, Malaysian Aged 62, Male, Malaysian
Dato’ Ab Halim bin Mohyiddin was appointed to the Board Ir Lee Swee Eng founded the KNM Group in 1990 as a private
of KNM Group Berhad on 14 June 2003 as an Independent company specializing in manufacturing of process equipment
Non-Executive Director and was subsequently designated and developed it into a global process equipment manufacturer
as a Senior Independent Non-Executive Director on 29 June and total solutions provider for the oil, gas and petrochemical and
2011. Thereafter, he was re-designated as the Chairman of the energy industries since its inception in 1990. He is responsible
Company on 29 April 2013. for overseeing the strategic direction and management of the
Group’s operations and was appointed Group Managing Director
He graduated with a Bachelor of Economics (Accounting) from of KNM Group Berhad on 14 June 2003. He was re-designated
University of Malaya in 1971 and thereafter joined Universiti as Executive Chairman/Group Chief Executive Officer on 3
Kebangsaan Malaysia as a Faculty Member of the Faculty of September 2010. He remains the Group Chief Executive Officer/
Economics. He obtained his Masters of Business Administration Executive Director of the Company although he had relinquished
degree from University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada his position as Executive Chairman of KNM Group Berhad on
in 1973. He retired from KPMG/KPMG Desa Megat & Co. on 29 April 2013.
1 October 2001, a firm he joined in 1977 and had his early
accounting training in both Malaysia and United States of Ir Lee Swee Eng graduated in 1979 with a Bachelor of Science
America. He was made Partner of the Firm in 1985. At the time (First Class Hons) in Mechanical Engineering from the University
of his retirement, he was Partner-in-Charge of the Assurance of Strathclyde in Glasgow, Scotland. He had served with Exxon
and Financial Advisory Services Divisions and was also looking in 1976 as a Production Specialist and with Petronas, the
after the Secured e-Commerce Practice of the Firm. He has Malaysian National Oil Corporation from 1979 to 1985 in various
extensive experience in tax, audit, corporate turnaround and capacities ranging from Production Engineer to Project Leader
financial restructuring of various companies and has also acted for major oil and gas development projects. He worked with
as Receiver and Manager and Liquidator for several companies John Brown E & C Inc of United States of America as a Project
during his tenure with KPMG. Engineer on international assignments in 1986 and subsequently
joined Technip Geoproduction (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd as its Director
Dato’ Ab Halim is a member of the Malaysian Institute of and eventually, Managing Director from 1986 to 1990.
Certified Public Accountants (MICPA) and Malaysian Institute
of Accountants (MIA). He is currently the Chairman of the He is a Registered Professional Engineer since 1984 and a Fellow
Education and Training Committee of MICPA. He served as Member of the Institution of Engineers, Malaysia since 1993
a member of the Education Committee of the International and was the founding Chairman of the Institute of Engineers,
Federation of Accountants (IFAC) from 2001 to 2005. He was Malaysia, Petroleum Division. He was also a Council Member
the President of MICPA from June 2004 to June 2007 and a and a Fellow Member of the Institute of Materials, Malaysia for
K Council Member of MIA from 2001 to 2007. the 2014 to 2016 term. He is a Board member of the Malaysian
N German Chamber of Commerce and Industry since 30 June 2011
M Presently, he is the Chairman of MISC Berhad and Amway and was its President for the 2012/2013 term.
G (Malaysia) Holdings Berhad, and a Board member of Petronas
R Gas Berhad. He formerly served as a Council Member of the Federation of
O Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM) and was a member of the
U Dato’ Ab Halim is the Chairman of the Audit Committee and Executive Committee of the Malaysian Iron and Steel Industry
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Nomination Committee and is a member of the Remuneration Federation (MISIF) from 2000 to 2004. He was also the founding
B Committee. Chairman of the MISIF Boilers and Pressure Vessels Group and
E the Institution of Engineers, Malaysia Oil and Gas Technical
R Division. He was elected a Member of the International Council
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D from 2000 to 2004 and was previously an Industry Advisory
Panel Member for the Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman’s Faculty
A of Engineering and Science as well as the Engineering Faculty
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DATO’ DR KHALID BIN NGAH DATO’ SRI ADNAN BIN WAN MAMAT
Senior Independent Non-Executive Director Independent Non-Executive Director
Aged 71, Male, Malaysian Aged 58, Male, Malaysian
Dato’ Dr Khalid bin Ngah was appointed to the Board of Dato’ Sri Adnan bin Wan Mamat was appointed to the Board as
KNM Group Berhad on 19 August 2011 as an Independent an Independent Non-Executive Director of KNM Group Berhad
Non-Executive Director and was re-designated as a Senior on 24 April 2014.
Independent Non-Executive Director on 29 April 2013.
He graduated with a Bachelor Degree in Business Administration
Dato’ Dr Khalid bin Ngah graduated in 1970 with a Bachelor from the University of Kyoto, Japan in 1984.
of Science (Hons) in Geology from the Carleton University in
Ottawa, Canada. Thereafter, he obtained his Master of Science He began his career as Corporate Manager of Ramada Beach
degree in Petroleum Geology from Oklahoma State University, Resort Kuantan from 1986 to 1993 before joining the Pahang
United States of America, in 1975 under the Malaysian Federal Chief Minister’s Office as Economic Advisor to the Chief Minister
Government’s sponsorship. He then furthered his tertiary until 1998. Thereafter, he served as Vice President of the
education and completed his doctorate PhD degree in Petroleum Kuantan Municipal Council in 1998 to 2000 and was the Political
Geology from the Imperial College, University of London, United Secretary to the Ministry of Information, Malaysia from 1999 to
Kingdom, under the Petronas sponsorship in 1987. 2004. He was subsequently elected as a Member of Parliament
for the Indera Mahkota District in Pahang for the period 2004 to
He first served with the Malaysian Geological Survey Department 2008. From 2008 to 2013, he was the State Assembly Member
as the State Geologist for Negeri Sembilan before moving to for Tanjung Lumpur, Kuantan, Pahang and was also appointed
Petronas, the Malaysian National Oil Corporation from 1975 to as a State Executive Committee (EXCO) member, heading the
1997, and held various technical and managerial positions. He Pahang State Youth and Sports Committee.
was actively involved in the development of national oil and gas
policies leading to the development of PSC contract documents. Dato’ Sri Adnan is currently a board member of Inno Biologic
Sdn Bhd since 2007. He is not a Director of any other public or
After obtaining his doctorate degree, he returned to serve public listed companies.
Petronas as its General Manager of Exploration and Production
Research, with emphasis on determining oil and gas resource Dato’ Sri Adnan is a member of the Audit Committee of the
potentials and techniques to enhance oil and gas recoveries Company.
before opting for optional retirement in 1997. He was also the
External Examiner for UTM Skudai, Johor (1995-1997) and
was previously appointed as Joint Managing Director of Kedah SOH YOKE YAN
Cement Berhad and Executive Chairman of FPSO Tech Sdn Bhd. Independent Non-Executive Director
He was formerly an Independent Director of Eastern Pacific Aged 50, Female, Malaysian
Industrial Corporation (EPIC) Berhad too. K
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Geologists (AAPG) and a life member and past president Mdm Soh Yoke Yan was appointed to the Board as an Independent
Non-Executive Director of KNM Group Berhad on 14 March 2013. G
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Chartered Institute of Management Accountant (CIMA, UK) and P
Regional Advocate”.
holds a Diploma in Management Accounting with Tunku Abdul
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Bhd. He is not a Director of any other public or public listed of Accountants (CA, MAL) and Associate Member of Chartered R
Management Accountant (ACMA, UK). She was engaged with H
companies. A
public listed companies of different industries and has more than
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Dato’ Dr Khalid is the Chairman of the Remuneration Committee 15 years of corporate and commercial accounting experiences.
and ESOS Committee and is a member of the Audit Committee A
She joined Isyoda Corporation Berhad as a Financial Controller N
and Nomination Committee. N
in 2003 prior to her appointment as an Executive Director of
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GAN SIEW LIAT CHEW FOOK SIN

Executive Director Executive Director
Aged 57, Female, Malaysian Aged 62, Male, Malaysian
Mdm Gan Siew Liat is primarily responsible for the Group’s Mr Chew Fook Sin is primarily responsible for the EPCC projects
human capital functions. She has been with the KNM Group for the Plant and Technology Division of KNM Group. He has
since 1990 and was appointed as an Executive Director of KNM been with the Group since 1995 and was appointed as an
Group Berhad on 14 June 2003. Executive Director of KNM Group Berhad on 14 June 2003.
She was awarded a Certificate in Personnel Management He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
from the Malaysian Institute of Personnel Management, and from the University of Arkansas, United States of America in
completed a Dale Carnegie course in Effective Speaking and 1987, then joined the Broadcasting Department of Malaysia. In
Human Relations at the Dale Carnegie Institute of Houston in the 1990, he joined the Inter Merger Group as General Manager. He
United States of America. In 1990, she joined the Inter Merger subsequently joined the KNM Group as Procurement Manager
Group as Administration Manager. in 1995, and was promoted to Vice President (Manufacturing)
in 1999 and Director, Commercial Division in 2002.
Mdm Gan is a member of the ESOS Committee. She is not a
Director of any other public or public listed companies. He is not a Director of any other public or public listed companies.
Mdm Gan Siew Liat is the spouse of Ir Lee Swee Eng and the Mr Chew Fook Sin is the brother-in-law to Ir Lee Swee Eng and
sister-in-law to Mr Chew Fook Sin. Mdm Gan Siew Liat.
Notes:-
1. Save for Ir Lee Swee Eng, Mdm Gan Siew Liat and Mr Chew Fook Sin, all other Directors of KNM Group Berhad are not related
to any family members of the Directors and/or major shareholders of the Company.
2. All Directors have no conflict of interests with the Company.
3. None of the Directors has any conviction for offences within the past 5 years and has not been imposed of any public sanction
or penalty by the relevant regulatory bodies during the financial year.
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PROFILE OF KEY SENIOR MANAGEMENT
CHEW FOOK SIN ALEXANDER NEUBAUER

Executive Director/Director of Group Contract Services Chief Executive Officer (BORSIG Group)
Aged 62, Male, Malaysian Aged 51, Male, German
Mr Chew Fook Sin is primarily responsible for the Contract Mr Alexander Neubauer was appointed as the Chief Executive
Services of KNM Group. He has been with the Group since 1995 Officer of the BORSIG Group on 1 September 2016.
and was appointed as an Executive Director of KNM Group
Berhad on 14 June 2003. He graduated with a Business Degree in Foreign Trade &
Wholesales before moving to South Africa for his internship with
Over the span of past 15 years, Mr Chew had held various
Siemens Ltd. He graduated with a Master Degree in business
positions in KNM Group namely, as the Head of Plant and
Technology Division, Head of Contract Services and Head of administration and economics from the University of Oldenburg -
Commercial Division. Germany in 1994 and obtained his executive Certificate in Global
Strategic Management from the Harvard Business School in
He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Boston, USA in June 2015.
from the University of Arkansas, United States of America in
1987, then joined the Broadcasting Department of Malaysia. In He started his career in 1994 as the Group Financial Control
1990, he joined the Inter Merger Group as General Manager. He Manager at Bilfinger’s head office Mannheim, Germany and
subsequently joined the KNM Group as Procurement Manager served in various capacities from Chief Financial Officer to
in 1995, and was promoted to Vice President (Manufacturing)
Managing Director of Schlosser-Pfeiffer GmbH (before Bilfinger
in 1999 and Director, Commercial Division in 2002.
disposed the company to the Hess Group in 2002). Thereafter,
He is not a Director of any other public or public listed companies. he acted as Head of Bilfinger’s Group Internal Audit from 2002
to 2004.
Mr Chew Fook Sin is the brother-in-law to Ir Lee Swee Eng and
Mdm Gan Siew Liat. In 2004, he became the Executive Director, Finance (CFO) to
Baulderstone Hornibrook, Sydney (one of the largest Australian
building companies which was acquired by Bilfinger in 1993
TAN KOON PING and then sold in 2010). Subsequently, from 2006 to 2015 he
Group Finance Director/Group Chief Financial Officer was posted to Bilfinger Powers Systems GmbH in Oberhausen
Aged 47, Male, Malaysian and acted as a Managing Director for the entire Power Services
Segment of Bilfinger SE before joining KNM Group Berhad as the
Interim CEO for the Group’s Renewable Energy, Power & Utilities
Division on 1 June 2016. He has extensive experience in the field
Mr Tan Koon Ping was appointed as the Group Finance Director
of KNM Group Berhad on 11 March 2013 and assumed the of management and finance. K
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on 26 March 2013. He is also the Joint Managing Director of He sits on the Board of several subsidiary companies of KNM M
BORSIG Group as well as the Chairman of FBM Group and CNI Group Berhad. He is not a Director of any public or public listed G
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FELIX WONG YEEN KEE FLAVIO PORRO

Chief Executive Officer (FBM Group) Group General Counsel
Aged 42, Male, Malaysian Aged 47, Male, Italian
Mr Felix Wong Yeen Kee was appointed as the Chief Executive Mr Flavio Porro was appointed the Group General Counsel
Officer of the FBM Group, Italy on 8 April 2016. He is also the of KNM Group Berhad on 5 January 2015. He obtained his
Joint Managing Director of the BORSIG Group, Germany. law degree in Milan and holds post-graduate degrees in EC
Community Law and Competition Law from King’s College
He joined the Group in 2006 as Personal Assistant to the London, United Kingdom.
Group Managing Director and was promoted to several
assignments to other business units in Italy, Germany, and He is a registered lawyer and has more than 17 years of
Brazil prior to assuming his current position in 2011. He is also experience as a corporate lawyer essentially in the oil &
a qualified member of the Malaysian Institute of Certified Public gas, renewables and power production sectors focusing on
Accountants (MICPA). He has more than 20 years of experience challenging merger and acquisition projects, international bids,
in management and financial organisations. compliance and dispute resolution. Prior to his employment with
KNM Group Berhad, he was the General Counsel of ERG Supply
He sits on the Board of several subsidiary companies of KNM & Trading and a Senior Counsel in major energy corporations
Group Berhad. He is not a Director of any public or public listed such as ENI, Snam S.p.A., ERG Power and Gas S.p.a. and Saipem.
companies.
He sits on the Board of several subsidiary companies of KNM
Group Berhad. He is not a Director of any public or public listed
companies.
Notes:-
1. Save for Mr Chew Fook Sin, all other Senior Management staff of KNM Group Berhad are not related to any family members
of the Directors and/or major shareholders of the Company.
2. All Senior Management staff have no conflict of interests with the Company.
3. None of the Senior Management staff has any conviction for offences within the past 5 years and has not been imposed of
any public sanction or penalty by the relevant regulatory bodies during the financial year.
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CORPORATE GOVERNANCE OVERVIEW STATEMENT
The Board upholds the value of good governance and supports the need to cultivate an ethical and good corporate
governance culture in the Group to promote accountability and build a sustainable business. It continues to stand
guided by the principles set forth in the Malaysian Code of Corporate Governance 2012 (“the Code”), the relevant
chapters of the Main Market Listing Requirements of Bursa Malaysia (“Bursa MMLR”) on corporate governance
(“CG”) and all applicable laws and regulations throughout the financial year under review.
The Board also takes note of the new Malaysian Code on Corporate Governance 2017 (“MCCG 2017”) which came
into effect on 26 April 2017 to replace the Code and that the reporting on the full conformance with the MCCG 2017
by the Company shall be in its annual report commencing FY 2018.
This corporate governance overview statement is prepared pursuant to the principles and recommendations of the
MCCG 2017 issued by the SC and Paragraph 15.25 of the Bursa MMLR.
Further in accordance to the recent changes to the Bursa MMLR, Chapter 15.25(2) now requires the Company to
disclose the Company’s annual Corporate Governance Report (“CG Report”) comprising the detailed explanation on
the application of the corporate governance practices and principles throughout the Company and is available online
as published in the Company corporate website at www.knm-group.com (“corporate website”).
THE BOARD
Role and Principal Responsibilities
The Company is headed by the Board who leads and plays a key role in driving the overall performance of its Group by
setting up the strategic objectives and direction of the Group, reviewing the adequacy and integrity of the Group’s risk
management and internal control systems, ensuring a management succession plan as well as having a dedicated
investor relations programme and shareholders’ communication policy in place. The Board maintains a close and
effective working partnership with the management in achieving the Company’s vision and mission and is guided
by the Board Charter in the performance of its duties.
The Board is chaired by a Non-Executive Director whilst the Group Chief Executive Officer position is helmed by an
Executive Director. Their roles and responsibilities are clearly divided to ensure a balance of power and authority.
In addition, the roles and responsibilities of the Chairman and Group Chief Executive Officer/Executive Director are
well defined whereby, the Board is led by the Chairman to ensure its effective functioning whilst the management is
led by the Group Chief Executive Officer/Executive Director in formulating the annual business plan to enhance the K
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decisions as well as managing the business operations.
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determining overall corporate strategy and business direction, determining funding needs and capital expenditure, U
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approving financial plans and budgets, reviewing financial statements and financial performance of the Company,
ensuring necessary financial and other resources allocation to the management to facilitate successful strategy B
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implementation as well as undertaking of corporate exercises involving mergers and acquisitions, new issues of R
securities, fund raising activities and so on. The Board empowers Management to operate within defined limits of H
authority as set by the Board to ensure efficiency in carrying out day-to-day operations of the Company. A
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Board Charter
The Board Charter is a source of reference to guide the Board members and senior management on their roles and
responsibilities. It also details inter alia, the board responsibilities, the terms of reference of the Board Committees,
and the standards of conduct and best practices to be observed by the Board and Board Committees.
The Board Charter is reviewed periodically to ensure that all new regulations and legislative changes, and other relevant
developments that has or may have an impact on the Group’s businesses are taken into account when necessary.
The Board Charter may be gleaned from the Company’s corporate website.
Board Composition
The establishment of an active and independent Board of Directors is paramount in improving corporate governance
practices. During the financial year under review, the Board comprised of seven (7) Directors, three (3) of whom are
Executive Directors while the rest are Independent Non-Executive Directors who make up more than one-half of the
Board. In addition, approximately one-third of the Board is represented by the feminine gender.
The appointment of Board members and Senior Management are based on objective criteria, merit and due regard
for diversity in skills and experience.
Together, the Board members and Senior Management with their different age, financial, commercial, technical
and operational expertise as well as business acumen and skills, brings with them a wide and diverse range of
experience essential in the management and direction of the Company. In view of the composition of the Board and
having regard to the calibre of the Directors and their diverse range of skills, expertise and experience; the interest
of investors, including the Company’s minority shareholders, are adequately protected and advanced. The profiles
of the members of the Board are set out in the Profile of Directors section of this Annual Report.
The Independent Non-Executive Directors are independent of management and are free from any and all business
or other relationship which may materially affect or interfere with the exercise of their independent judgment. The
role of the Non-Executive Directors is to constructively review and help develop proposals on strategy, scrutinise
the performance of management in meeting agreed objectives, as well as monitoring the reporting of the Group’s
performance including satisfying themselves on the integrity of financial information, financial control and risk
K management systems that have been put in place by the Company, are effective. Any queries or concerns regarding
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Senior Independent Non-Executive Director or any other Independent Directors of the Company.
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U All Directors are committed and have devoted their time and effort to fulfil their obligations by inter alia, attending
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B other events or functions organised by the Company.
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U required mix of skills, knowledge, expertise, experience, professionalism and integrity that the proposed candidate(s)
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In compliance with the Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad’s Main Market Listing Requirements (“Listing Requirements”)
and the provisions of the Company’s Constitution, all Directors of the Company shall retire from office at least once
in every three (3) years but shall be eligible for re-election at the annual general meeting. New Director(s) appointed
during any year shall retire and seek re-appointment at the next annual general meeting. This provides an opportunity
for shareholders to renew their mandates and ensures that shareholders have a regular opportunity to re-assess
the composition of the Board.
Independence
The Board is chaired by a Non-Executive Director whilst the Group Chief Executive Officer/Executive Director position
is helmed by an Executive Director. There is a separation in the functions, roles and positions of the Chairman and
Group Chief Executive Officer/Executive Director to promote accountability and facilitate division of responsibilities
between them. The Chairman leads and encourages constructive and healthy debates to ensure Board effectiveness
and that resolutions are circulated and deliberated so that all Board decisions reflect the collective view of the Board
and not the views of an individual or small group of individuals.
The Board recognises that independence and objective judgement are crucial and imperative in decision making
process. Hence, Independent Directors play an essential role in upholding good corporate governance. The Nomination
Committee will undertake annual assessments of the Board, the Board Committees and each of its board members.
The Nomination Committee will also evaluate and ensure that those Independent Directors who have served a tenure
exceeding 9 years are independent and will exercise their independent judgment and act in the best interest of the
Company in safeguarding the interest of the minority shareholders.
Under the recommendation of the MCCG 2017, the tenure of an Independent Director shall not exceed a cumulative
term of 9 years or the subject Independent Director shall be re-designated as Non-Independent Director. In the event
that the Board wishes to retain the said Director as Independent Director beyond 9 years, an approval from the
shareholders shall be obtained at the annual general meeting.
In the event the Board continues to retain the Independent Director after the 12 years, an approval from the shareholders
shall be obtained through a two-tier voting process at the annual general meeting. However, any shareholders’ approval
seek at the forthcoming annual general meeting shall be on a single-tier voting process as the two-tier voting process
is not yet provided for in the Company’s Constitution. This process would be incorporated in the Company’s new
Constitution, which is targeted to be tabled to the shareholders in the 2019 annual general meeting.
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Board Meetings and Supply of Information
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The Board meets on a scheduler basis of at least four (4) times a year. Additional Board meetings will be convened O
as and when necessary. Dates for Board meetings are decided in advance after consultation with all Board members. U
During the financial year under review, six (6) Board meetings were held. The attendance of each Director at the P
Board meetings is as set out below:- B
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Number of meetings attended % R
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Dato’ Ab Halim bin Mohyiddin 6/6 100 D
Ir Lee Swee Eng 6/6 100 A
Dato’ Dr Khalid bin Ngah 6/6 100 N
Dato’ Sri Adnan bin Wan Mamat 4/6 67 N
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Soh Yoke Yan 6/6 100 A
Gan Siew Liat 6/6 100 L
Chew Fook Sin 6/6 100
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The Board has a formal schedule of matters specifically reserved to it for decision to ensure that the direction and P
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control of the Company are firmly in the Board’s hand. In consultation with the Board, the Group Chief Executive R
Officer/Executive Director and the respective committees and/or management team, where applicable, will develop T
the Group’s corporate objectives and set out the limits of empowerment for the committees’ or management’s
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The Board stresses on having timely reports and full access to quality information which is not just historical or
financial oriented but information which goes beyond assessing the quantitative performance of the Company and/
or the Group. The Board also looks at other information such as customer satisfaction, product and service quality,
market share, market reaction and so forth, thereby enabling each Board member to participate in Board deliberations
and decisions as well as discharge their duties effectively.
The Group Chief Executive Officer/Executive Director assisted by the Company Secretary, undertakes primary
responsibility for organizing information necessary for the Board to deal with at Board meetings as well as the
circulation of Board papers to all Board members in a timely manner to facilitate effective deliberations of matters
brought up in meetings. During the course of a meeting, proposals put forth by management to the Board for the
Board’s deliberation and decision are provided with written reports and supporting documents with due facts, analysis
and recommendations. The Chairman ensures that all Board members are given ample opportunity to express their
views and opinions during the meeting. Constructive debates on issues before the Board are highly encouraged.
External parties and management representatives may present to provide additional insights into matters to be
discussed during Board meetings. Advisers and professionals appointed by the Company in relation to any corporate
proposals would be invited to attend Board meetings to explain, advise and clarify any issues raised.
The Board is briefed on issues raised at Board and Board Committees meetings. All discussions, decisions and
conclusions are duly recorded in the minutes of meeting. Such minutes are subsequently circulated to ensure that
all Directors are kept well informed of the Board’s and Board Committees’ activities and recommendations. These
minutes are kept by the Company Secretary and are open to inspection by the Directors at any time.
Access to Information and Advice
The Directors, whether individually or as a full Board, have full and direct access to all information of the Company
and advice of the Company Secretary and independent professionals at the Company’s expense in furtherance of
their duties, wherever necessary and on a case to case basis depending on the complexities of the matter involved.
Currently, the Group’s Company Secretary effect all proper documentation, to meet all statutory obligations and
compliances as well as to support the Chairman of the Board in ensuring the effective functioning of the Board.
The Company Secretary meets the requirements for the discharge of his duties and his removal is a matter for the
Board as a whole.
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N THE BOARD COMMITTEES
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G As managing and controlling companies have become more complex and demanding, where appropriate, the Board
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O resorts to the various Board Committees to assist the Board in discharging its duties and responsibilities. The existence
U of Board Committees does not diminish the Board’s responsibility for the affairs of the Company as the Board will
P review the recommendations of the various Board Committees as well as the feedbacks from the management.
B
E Currently, there are four (4) standing Board Committees, comprising the Audit Committee, Nomination Committee,
R Remuneration Committee and Employees Share Option Scheme (“ESOS”) Committee. Each Board Committee
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A operates within the approved and clearly defined terms of reference and reports to the Board with their findings and
D recommendations. Extension of such authority may be expressly given for a specific purpose and the Board may
A delegate to such Board Committees or other ad hoc Committees to act on its behalf.
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A Audit Committee
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All the present Audit Committee members are Independent Directors. The Audit Committee is chaired by the
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E Independent Non-Executive Chairman who is a member of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants and the Malaysian
P Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Its other members comprise the Independent Non-Executive Directors.
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R The duties of the Audit Committee include inter alia, reviewing the Group’s accounting policies, financial reporting
T procedures, the Group’s system of internal controls, status of the Group’s risks and approval of the annual internal
audit plan. In addition, all the Audit Committee members are able to read, analyse and interpret the quarterly results
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The Company’s internal and external auditors do attend at the Audit Committee meetings and they have the opportunity
to raise matters or concerns independently or separately with the Audit Committee without the presence of any
Executive Director or management staff. The Chairman and Audit Committee members have free and direct access
to consult, communicate and enquire with any senior management of the Company and the external and internal
auditors of the Company at any time to stay informed of all matters affecting the Company.
The Audit Committee has explicit authority to investigate any matter within its terms of reference and full access to
all information and resources required. The composition and activities of the Audit Committee during the financial
year under review are set out in the Audit Committee Report.
Nomination Committee
The Nomination Committee comprises of three (3) members, all of whom are exclusively Independent Non-Executive
Directors. It is chaired by an Independent Non-Executive Director who is also the Chairman of the Board. The Board
believes that the Chairman is well placed to act on behalf of the Board and able to ensure that the Nomination
Committee meets the needs of the Company. The Nomination Committee is mainly responsible for assessing and
recommending candidates with the required mix of skills and attributes to fill Board and Board Committees vacancies
as well as review or evaluate the appropriate balance, size, optimum mix of skills, experience and other qualities
including core competencies which Non-Executive Directors will bring to the Board. The Nomination Committee
recommends to the Board, those Directors who are seeking approvals from the Company’s shareholders at annual
general meetings to be re-elected or re-appointed. The Nomination Committee also assesses on an annual basis
the effectiveness of the Board as a whole and the Board Committees as well as the respective individual Directors’
performance and contribution. All assessments and evaluations are duly discussed and recorded in the minutes
of meeting.
The Nomination Committee will meet at least once a year. During the financial year under review, the Nomination
Committee met up twice and the attendance of each member at the meetings is as set out below:-
Number of meetings attended %
Dato’ Ab Halim bin Mohyiddin (Chairman) 2/2 100

Dato’ Dr Khalid bin Ngah 2/2 100
Soh Yoke Yan 2/2 100
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Activities of the Nomination Committee carried out during the financial year under review were as follows: N
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i) assessment and evaluation of the performance of the Board, the Board Committees and the respective
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Directors, and the independence of the director(s); R
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ii) reviewed the independence of Independent Directors as well as considering the board’s and senior management U
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succession plans; and
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iii) recommending for the Board’s approval:- E
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a) the retiring director(s) to be re-elected; and H
b) the independent director(s) whose tenure is/are above a cumulative term of 9 years to be retained as A
Independent Director(s) of the Company. D
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Remuneration Committee N
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The Remuneration Committee comprises three (3) Independent Non-Executive Directors and the Group Chief L
Executive Officer/Executive Director. It is chaired by the Senior Independent Non-Executive Director. The Remuneration R
Committee is responsible for recommending to the Board, inter alia, the remuneration of the Executive Directors, in E
all its forms, drawing from outside advice as necessary. With the availability of Directors remuneration policy and P
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market survey information from external sources or human resources consultants, the Remuneration Committee R
ensures that the remuneration packages recommended are appropriate and competitive. All recommendations of T
the Remuneration Committee in respect of remuneration packages of the Executive Directors are referred to the
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The Company’s remuneration scheme is linked to performance, service seniority, experience and scope of
responsibilities. The Remuneration Committee ascertains and recommends the remuneration packages of the
Executive Directors, including the Group Chief Executive Officer/Executive Director in accordance with the Company’s
policy guidelines that strongly link remuneration to performance and benchmark the remuneration against that of
the market surveys conducted by external sources or human resource consultants periodically.
Determination of Directors remuneration packages, be it that of the Executive Directors or the Non-Executive Directors,
is a matter for the Board as a whole. No Director shall take part in any discussion or decision concerning his or her
remuneration. Fees are paid to the Directors subject to the approval of shareholders at the annual general meeting.
The Remuneration Committee met once during the financial year under review, and the attendance of each member
at the meeting is as set out below:-
Number of meetings attended %
Dato’ Dr Khalid bin Ngah (Chairman) 1/1 100

Dato’ Ab Halim bin Mohyiddin 1/1 100
Ir Lee Swee Eng 1/1 100
Soh Yoke Yan 1/1 100
ESOS Committee
The ESOS Committee comprises three (3) members that consist of the Senior Independent Non-Executive Director
as the Chairman, an Independent Non-Executive Director and an Executive Director. The ESOS Committee is primarily
responsible for inter alia, recommending to the Board, the criteria and allocation of any ESOS Options to be granted
to eligible employees and directors of the Company and its subsidiaries and ensuring that all exercises of ESOS
Options are in compliance with the Listing Requirements and in accordance with the ESOS By-Laws and Company’s
Constitution which shall be in force from time to time. The ESOS Committee shall meet whenever necessary to fulfil
its functions.
REMUNERATION OF DIRECTORS AND SENIOR MANAGEMENT
K Directors’ Remuneration
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The primary objective of the Group’s remuneration policy is to attract and retain the Directors who perform and lead
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R the Group. The remuneration of each Director generally reflects the level of responsibility and commitment.
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U For Non-Executive Directors, the level of remuneration is reflective of their experience and level of responsibilities,
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whereas, the component parts of remuneration package of the Executive Directors are structured to link to corporate
B and individual performance in line with the Company’s remuneration policy for its Directors.
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H The Remuneration Committee reviews annually the salaries of the Executive Directors and formulates recommendations
A to the Board for approval. The individuals concerned will abstain from all deliberations and decisions affecting his
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or her remuneration and that of the persons deemed connected to him or her.
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N The Board will recommend the Director’s fees and other benefits payable to Directors to the shareholders for approval
U at the annual general meeting of the Company. Details of the remuneration of the Directors for the year under review
A are provided in the CG Report.
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Remuneration of Key Senior Management
In determining the remuneration packages of the Group’s key Senior Management, the Board has taken into
consideration the Senior Management responsibilities, skills, expertise, contributions to the Group’s performance,
and the competitiveness of the remuneration packages to attract and retain executive talents.
The Board has taken the reporting approach of a no named basis for Senior Management due to the fact that the
Board is of the opinion that such disclosure would be disadvantageous to the Group’s business interests, given the
highly competitive conditions in the oil and gas industry where sourcing and poaching of executives is rampant.
The aggregate remuneration of the Company’s top five key Senior Management as analysed into bands of RM50,000
for the year under review are as follows:-
Range of Total Remuneration Key Senior Management
RM300,001 to RM350,000 1
RM500,001 to RM550,000 1
RM700,001 to RM750,000 1
RM1,050,001 to RM1,100,000 1
RM1,150,001 to RM1,200,000 1
Total 5
DIRECTORS’ TRAINING
The Company realizes and stresses the importance of training and having continuous upgrading of skills, knowledge
and competencies as the strategic advancement and competitive tool not just for the Company but also for personal
development of the respective Directors and the relevant staff. The Company is committed to ensure that its Directors
receive continuous education and further training updates from time to time. The Board shall, on a continuous basis,
evaluate and determine the training needs of its members and subject matters of training that aid the Directors in
the discharge of their duties as Directors.
All the current Directors of the Company have attended and completed the Mandatory Accreditation Programme and K
will undergo continuous training or education programmes from time to time to equip and keep themselves abreast N
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of the latest developments in order to discharge their duties and responsibilities more effectively. A brief description
of the various training or courses attended by the Directors for the financial year under review are as set out below:- G
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Title of the training programme/ P
Directors Name of organizer Date
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Dato’ Ab Halim bin Updates on Companies Act 2016 / 24 February 2017 E
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Mohyiddin KNM Group Berhad H
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Integrity, The Game Changer / 10 April 2017 D
Malaysian Institute of Accountants
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lobal Market Scenario Talk Setting Through Turbulent Times /
G 12 May 2017 N
MISC Berhad U
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Updates on Malaysian Code on Corporate Governance 2017 (“MCCG 31 May 2017 L
2017”) / R
KNM Group Berhad E
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MCCG 2017 / 15 November 2017 O
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Amway Holdings Berhad T
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Title of the training programme/

Directors Name of organizer Date
Ir Lee Swee Eng Updates on Companies Act 2016 / 24 February 2017

KNM Group Berhad
Updates on MCCG 2017 / 31 May 2017

KNM Group Berhad
Dato’ Dr Khalid bin Updates on Companies Act 2016 / 24 February 2017

Ngah KNM Group Berhad
APG 2017 Annual Convention and Exhibition /

A 2 – 5 May 2017
American Association of Petroleum Geologists

KNM Group Berhad
Dato’ Sri Adnan bin Updates on Companies Act 2016 / 24 February 2017
Wan Mamat KNM Group Berhad

KNM Group Berhad
Soh Yoke Yan Updates on Companies Act 2016 / 24 February 2017

KNM Group Berhad

KNM Group Berhad
he New Companies Act 2016 – How it will Affect Recovery of Your

T 11 October 2017
Unsecured Million Dollar Debts /
Malaysian Institute of Accountants
Gan Siew Liat Updates on Companies Act 2016 / 24 February 2017

KNM Group Berhad

K KNM Group Berhad
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M Chew Fook Sin Updates on Companies Act 2016 / 24 February 2017
G KNM Group Berhad
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O Updates on MCCG 2017 / 31 May 2017
U KNM Group Berhad
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B Bursa Risk Management Programme –

E “I Am Ready to Manage Risks” / 22 August 2017
R Bursa Malaysia Berhad
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A ACCOUNTABILITY AND AUDIT

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N Financial Reporting
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L Shareholders are provided with fair assessments on the Company’s financial performance and prospects vide
timely issuance of all quarterly reports, annual audited financial statements and announcements on significant
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E developments affecting the Company in compliance with the Listing Requirements and/or the Companies Act 2016
P (“the Act”)(wherever applicable). The Act came into effect on 31 January 2017 and hence, the financial statements
O for the financial year ending 31 December 2017 will be prepared in accordance with the Companies Act 2016.
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The Board is assisted by the auditors, the Company Secretary and the Audit Committee to scrutinize information for
2 disclosure to ensure its timeliness, accuracy and adequacy.
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Directors’ Responsibilities for the Financial Statements
Pursuant to the Act, the Directors are required to prepare and ensure that financial statements are drawn up in
accordance with the applicable approved accounting standards in Malaysia and the provisions of the Act so as to
give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company and the Group for each financial year.
The Directors have overall responsibility for taking such steps as are reasonably open to them to safeguard the
assets of the Group, and to detect and prevent frauds or other irregularities. The Directors are also responsible for
ensuring that the Company keeps proper accounting records which disclose, with reasonable accuracy, the financial
position of the Company and the Group and in compliance with the applicable approved accounting standards and
the provisions of the Act.
The annual financial statements are audited by external auditors in accordance with the approved standards on
auditing in Malaysia and they continue to remain independent throughout the conduct of their audit engagement. In
conducting the audit, the external auditors will obtain reasonable assurance that the financial statements are free
of material misstatements. The external auditors assess the accounting principles used and significant estimates
made by Directors in addition to evaluate the overall presentation of the financial statements.
Internal Controls and Internal Audit Functions
The Board has overall responsibility for maintaining a sound system of internal controls to safeguard shareholders’
investment and the Group’s assets, which encompasses risk management, financial, organisational, operational and
compliance controls necessary for the Group to achieve its objectives within an acceptable risk profile. These controls
can only provide reasonable but not absolute assurances against material misstatements, errors of judgement and
losses or frauds.
Internal Audit function is established by the Board for the Group to review the adequacy of operational controls
system, and in identifying, evaluating, monitoring and managing risks to provide reasonable assurance that such
system will continue to operate satisfactorily and effectively in the Group. The Internal Audit function adds value
and improves the Group’s operations and assist the Audit Committee to effectively discharge its duties by providing
independent and objective assurance.
The Internal Audit function reports directly to the Audit Committee and operates in accordance with the framework
set out by the Internal Audit Charter as approved by the Audit Committee. It is independently positioned to assist K
the Board and Audit Committee in obtaining the assurance they require in relation to the effectiveness of the N
Group’s system of internal controls. The Head of Internal Audit regularly reviews and appraises the systems of risk M
management, internal controls and governance processes within the Company and/or the Group. G
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The Company’s Internal Audit function is competently and adequately resourced to fulfil its purpose and perform O
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its activities. It is currently managed and performed in-house and fortified with the assistance of an independent P
external firm of professional internal auditors, and the costs attributable to the discharge of duties and performance
B
of the Internal Audit function of the Company for the financial year under review is RM256,795 (2016: RM460,391). E
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More details of the system of internal controls of the Company are set out in the Statement on Risk Management H
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and Internal Control. D
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Relationship with the Auditors N
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The Company maintains a transparent and professional relationship with its internal and external auditors at all times. A
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Under its terms of reference, the Audit Committee has explicit authority to communicate directly with the Company’s
internal and external auditors. The Audit Committee reviews the appointment of the Company’s external auditors and R
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the fees payable to them on an annual basis. Meetings with the senior management, internal and/or external auditors P
are held as appropriate to discuss any issues arising from the interim and final audits, audit plans, audit findings and O
any other matters of concern that the internal and/or external auditors may wish to discuss. The Audit Committee R
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meets the external auditors at least twice a year or whenever deemed necessary without any management or
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The Audit Committee also receives other information such as that of the non-audit services provided by the external
auditors. Based on such information, the Audit Committee has no reason to believe that such engagements have
impaired or would impair the independence of the external auditors.
Further details of the terms of reference of the Audit Committee are set out in the Board Charter and the activities
of Audit Committee during financial year under review are as set out in the Audit Committee Report.
CORPORATE DISCLOSURE
The Board is mindful that disclosure of material information shall be factual, clear, unambiguous, accurate, succinct,
and contains sufficient information to enable investors to make informed investment decisions. In addition, it shall
be on a timely basis so as to enable all investors to have equal access to such material information.
In respect thereto, the Board is guided by the Listing Requirements, Bursa Malaysia’s Corporate Disclosure Guide
and MCCG 2017 in making all material disclosures to the shareholders and investors.
SHAREHOLDERS
The Company provides an open channel of communication with its shareholders, institutional investors and the
investing public at large with the objectives of inter alia, providing timely, clear and complete information of the
Group’s operations, updates, performance and new development based on permissible disclosures. The Company
values feedbacks and dialogues with its investors, and believes that a constructive and effective investor relationship
is essential to enhance shareholders’ value.
Communication with shareholders is also maintained by way of immediate announcements made in connection with
material developments in the Company’s business and operations in addition to the timely issuance of quarterly and
annual reports. Whilst the Company is endeavour to provide as much information as possible to its shareholders
and other stakeholders, it is mindful of the legal and regulatory framework governing the release and disclosure of
material and/or price-sensitive information. Information which is price-sensitive or those which may be regarded
as undisclosed material information about the Group will not be disclosed until after the prescribed announcement
has been released to Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad (“Bursa Securities”).
Investor Relations
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N The Company uses the following key investor relations activities to update its investors:-
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G 1) holding briefings, plant visits, conference calls and meetings with the institutional fund managers and financial
R analysts;
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P 2) participating in roadshows and investors’ conferences, both domestically and internationally; and
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E 3) establishing a corporate website for easy access and dissemination of the Group’s corporate information,
R quarterly and annual financial results, annual reports, announcements to Bursa Securities, news and latest
H happenings.
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A Annual General Meeting

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U Shareholder meetings, especially the annual general meetings, represent an important platform and forum for
A dialogue and interaction between the Company and its shareholders. Such general meetings are normally attended
L by all Directors. Explanations are provided during shareholders’ meetings in relation to any queries that are posted
R by shareholders and clarification made to proposed resolutions on key corporate proposals to enable shareholders
E to make informed decisions. Notice of general meetings provides separate resolutions to be proposed at the
P general meetings for each distinct issue and any item of special business included in a notice of general meeting
O is accompanied by an explanatory note on the effects of the proposed resolution. Voting is conducted by poll for
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T any resolutions tabled at the Annual General Meeting subject to Paragraph 8.29A of the Bursa Securities Listing
Requirements. Questions from and interaction with shareholders are encouraged to further enhance communication
2 between shareholders and the Board.
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The Company’s external auditors and the relevant advisers of the Company will attend such general meetings upon
invitation and be available to answer questions raised where appropriate. The Company always accord sufficient
time for discussion and questions at general meetings, and ensures all questions and issues are properly addressed
and explained thereat. All general meetings are recorded by the Company Secretary in the minutes of the meeting,
and copy of which is posted on the Company’s corporate website and available for inspection at the Company’s
registered office.
In addition, a press conference will generally be held immediately after such general meetings whereat, the Directors
would explain and clarify any issues posed by the members of the media regarding the Company, save and except
for such information that may be regarded as material or price sensitive in nature, which disclosure shall be made
in strict adherence to the disclosure requirements as prescribed under the Listing Requirements and other various
contractual or statutory rules and provisions that the Group may be subjected to.
ADDITIONAL COMPLIANCE INFORMATION
The following additional information is provided in compliance with the Listing Requirements:-
1. Approved Utilisation of Proceeds Raised from Corporate Proposals announced to Bursa Securities
(i) On 19 June 2015, Splendid Investments Limited (“Splendid”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of KNM had
established a multicurrency medium term note programme of an initial size of up to S$300,000,000
(the “Programme”). The Programme is unconditionally and irrevocably guaranteed by KNM. However,
no notes were issued by Splendid during the financial year under review until to-date.
(ii) On 29 November 2017, KNM had completed its Private Placement exercise of 213,281,400 new ordinary
shares in KNM to independent third party investor(s). The proceeds raised and its utilisation thereof are
set out below:-
Utilisation
Purpose RM’000
Working capital 40,000

Repayment of bank borrowings 9,733
Expenses relating to the exercise 1,211 K
Balance of unutilised expenses relating to the exercise* N
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(As at 31.12.2017) 244
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Total 51,188 O
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Note:- B
* The amount of RM244,000 for expenses relating to the exercise had been fully utilised as at-todate. E
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2. Related Party Transactions D
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All related party transactions for 2017 are set out in Note 27 to the Financial Statements. N
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An internal compliance framework exists to ensure the Company meets its obligations, including that of A
related party transactions under the Listing Requirements. The Audit Committee will review all related party L
transactions and report the same to the Board. R
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A Director who has interest in a transaction abstains from deliberation and voting on the relevant resolution P
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in respect of such transaction at the Board meeting and at any general meeting convened to consider such R
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3. Audit and Non-Audit Fees
The amount of audit and non-audit fees paid or payable to the external auditors and its affiliates in connection
with services rendered to the Group and/or the Company for the financial year ended 31 December 2017 were
as follows:-
Company Group
(RM) (RM)
• Audit services
- Messrs KPMG PLT 206,000 649,000
- Affiliates of KPMG PLT in overseas – 2,040,000
- Other auditors – 339,000

• Non-audit services
- Messrs KPMG PLT* 10,000 10,000
- Affiliates of KPMG PLT in Malaysia** 9,000 125,000
- Affiliates of KPMG PLT in overseas*** – 348,000
- Other auditors** – 36,000
Total 225,000 3,547,000
Notes:
* Professional fees rendered for review of Statement o n Risk Management and Internal Control and other Engagements
** Professional fees rendered for taxation, financial and tax due diligence
*** Professional fees rendered for taxation, financial and in overseas tax due diligence
4. Material Contracts
There were no material contracts entered into by the Company and/or its subsidiaries involving Directors and/
or major shareholders’ interests either still subsisting at the end of the financial year ended 31 December 2017
or which were entered into since the end of the previous financial year.
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5. Contracts Related to Loans
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O There were no contracts relating to a loan by the Company and its subsidiaries in respect of the preceding
U item, save and except for the acceptance of interest free unsecured loans advanced from the following parties
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and the amounts outstanding as at financial year ended 31 December 2017 are as below:-
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R a) From Inter Merger Sdn Bhd, a substantial shareholder to the Company for RM298,600.00; and
H b) From KNM’s Director, Chew Fook Sin to the Company’s wholly-owned subsidiary, KNM Process Systems
A Sdn Bhd for RM861,165.98.
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A The advancement of the above short term interest free unsecured loans are for the Company’s or subsidiary’s
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N working capital purposes and payable on demand.
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corporate sustainability statement
INTRODUCTION
KNM Group Berhad recognises the importance of observing and developing its businesses in a sustainable and
responsible manner.
This inaugural Corporate Sustainability Statement covers the key sustainability activities of the group; whereby the
Group is committed to observe and assist in elevating the economic, environmental and social well being of the
community (“EES”). It carries out its EES initiatives in any manner possible including but not limited to developing
and promoting its businesses, expanding its humanitarian and social networks besides ensuring the sustainability
of the environment, both locally and on the international front.
To the Company, EES is initiated by integrating business practices that are based on economic and ethical values
as well as respect for the socio-community, environment, shareholders and other stakeholders.
The Group EES framework is designed to deliver sustainable value to company and its group, the public and society
at large and to ensure that the interest of the Group’s investors in general are adequately protected and that the
relevant regulatory requirements for which the Company and/or the Group are subjected to will be duly complied
with. The Group continually strives to be a good, caring and responsible corporate citizen.
GOVERNANCE STRUCTURE
The sustainability governance structure of the Group will be led by the Group Finance Director/CFO who chairs the
Sustainability Committee. Findings of the Sustainability Committee are reported to the Group Chief Executive Officer
(“CEO”) who shall authorise the Sustainability Statements/Reports (i.e. relating to the management of all economic,
operational, governance and financial aspects of the Group) to be submitted to the Board for approval. Any decision
made by the Board shall then cascade downwards to the executive directors and the Group CEO; who together
with the Senior Management Team will execute the decisions of the Board. The Board of Directors has the overall
responsibility for risk oversight and management and sustainability governance within the Group.
The Group progressively explores the various structures to further enhance and complement the existing corporate
risk and sustainability governance structures at hand that will also have the least impact on time and costs yet
accomplishing the tasks and requisite returns/results in a more effective manner [for example, by holding executive
committee/management meetings and having direct discussions with the local management team].
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Renewable Energy, Power and Utilities Division with emphasis on securing Engineering, Procurement, Construction E
and Commissioning (“EPCC”) contracts that helps to bring on recurring incomes for the Group through having regular R
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Reduction of operating costs while improving quality, productivity and delivery time in respect of the Group’s products A
and services - forms a core activity that the Group continuously emphasise on. Generally, the Group will do bulk N
procurement on group basis for essential materials (wherever possible) [e.g. steel plates, tubes and forgings], to N
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The Group’s move and diversification into the renewable energy and green technology sectors are based mainly, if not
primarily, on the Group’s dedication to support the reduction of waste and gas emissions into the environment from
its business operations. The Group is immersed in the business of renewable technologies for energy, fertilisers and
waste heat recovery systems, carbon dioxide capture and storage, emission control via the following involvements:-
1) extraction of bioethanol from cassava/molasses;
2) converting waste to energy, and organic waste to organic fertiliser; and
3) engaging in sulphur and mercury removal process systems,
as well as such other systems dealing in carbon dioxide capture and storage, emission control and waste heat
recovery systems, etc. as part of its corporate sustainability exercise.
Based on the Group’s strategic direction, the Group intends to be a leading player in the renewable energy sector
and widen its income base by undertaking and become owners of projects that generate recurring incomes, such
as biofuel and waste-to-energy so that the Group as a whole will be more resilient and less susceptible to cyclical
factors. To-date, the Group has invested and owns the following main projects:-
a. Impress Ethanol Project in Thailand (“IEL Project”) – which involves the erection of a 500,000 liters per day
capacity Bio-ethanol Plant situated on a 171-acre (80 hectares) site at Chachoengsao Province, located at
135 kilometre east of Bangkok, Thailand by KNM Process Systems Sdn Bhd; and
b. Peterborough Green Energy Project (“PGEL Project”) – which involves the erection of a net 36MW Energy from
Waste [“EfW”] Power Plant situated on a 331,800 square meters site at Plot U13, Storeys Bar Road, Peterborough,
United Kingdom, currently being carried out by China Western Power Industrial Co. Ltd. [“CWPC”].
With the undertaking of the above Projects, the Group intends to optimise on waste management and revert to
usage and production of alternative energies (e.g. biofuels and solar power) to reduce reliance on hydrocarbons
and fossil energy.
Apart thereto, wherever possible, all staff are encouraged to “repair, reduce, reuse and recycle” and adopt waste
management and energy saving measures, for instance, keeping usage of paper to a minimum – on “double-sided”
and on “need to” basis, switching off the air-conditioners and lights during breaks and using electric items with energy
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D The Group’s Health, Safety and Environment (“HSE”) Division establishes policies and procedures and reinforces
A the Group’s safety culture by inculcating good safety and fire prevention practices, heightening safety awareness
N and providing safety gear, conducting safety talks, as well as implementing such other safety courses and training
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As part of the human capital development, the Group conducts various in-house training programmes focusing on
quality leadership, building effective performance and job related to equip the employees with improved skills and
knowledge. Besides participating in seminars and trade fairs, the Group actively encourages and promotes the well
being, skills development and education enhancements of its staff as part of its CS initiatives.
Led by KNM’s BORSIG Group in Germany, the Group actively participated and sponsored:-
a. the German Society for Non-Destructive Testing (“Deutsche Gesellschaft für zerstörungsfreie Prüfung”);
b. the 2017 Ammonia Plants & Related Facilities Symposium; as well as
c. the European Ethylene Producers Conference 2017 (“EEPC”);
that facilitated inter alia the networking and sharing of safety information besides promoting product knowledge.
Community
The Group’s main sponsorship, outreach and community investment activities include contributions, donations
and philanthropic support towards various deserving and worthy causes. The Group provides internship training
programmes to local diploma and vocational students for knowledge enrichment as well as complementing and
nurturing talents among these students for their personal growth and future employment needs.
The Group had participated in and/or contributed towards the following events in Malaysia:-
a. Malaysian Investment Development Authority’s (MIDA) 50th Anniversary – towards MIDA’s commitment in
transforming the nation’s industrial landscape - from an agricultural-based economy into a highly industrialized
and service-oriented nation. This has stimulated the development of other industries and contributed to the
rise of local vendors that in turn, attracts more companies to invest in Malaysia and avail themselves to the
supply chain and ecosystem created over the years.
b. Danajamin’s Mighty7 Run – a charity fund raising event organized by Danajamin Nasional Berhad (Malaysia’s
first and only Financial Guarantee Insurer) in aid of the National Autism Society of Malaysia.
Elsewhere within the Group’s overseas subsidiaries, the following key activities were carried out:-
a. FBM Hudson Italiana had participated in Charity Golf Tournaments organized by Bechtel and KBR respectively.
b. Apart from sponsoring the European Ethylene Producers Conference and the CEFIC (European Chemical K
Industry Council) Conference last year, BORSIG Germany had also sponsored inter alia an international sports N
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meeting - “BORSIG Athletics Meet” in Gladbeck besides participating in a major sport project (6 kilometer Run
Event with about 17,000 runners) for its employees hosted by SC TF Veranstaltungs gGmbH (that forms part G
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• UNICEF’s Christmas Cards sale - for its fund raising program. B
• Wirtschaftsarchiv’s archiving activities - concerning local research in relation to the promotion of regional E
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• Funding and equipping Forderverein Staatliche Technikerschule Berlin (Berlin Technical University) - to A
offer the best possibilities to its best students. D
• Supporting Rheinfelder Tafel, a voluntary organization that helps support fellow citizens in distress in A
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food and education through the Die Arche (The Ark) organisation; and providing warm meals, clothes and A
medical assistance to the homeless during winter through the Berliner Stadtmission Kältehilfe (Berlin L
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Marketplace
The Company is committed to ensure that all material information released is accurate, concise, timely and in
compliance with the various regulatory requirements that the Group is subjected to.
The Company maintains good visibility and constantly interacts with its stakeholders such as investors, portfolio
analysts, fund managers, bankers, government bodies and its corporate clients through a variety of channels, whereby
accurate and concise information on the Group is provided through briefings, meetings, teleconferences, dialogues and
visits to the Group’s manufacturing facilities to enable its stakeholders to better understand its business operations.
Briefings to investors (if any) would be conducted and the presentation updates are posted and can be accessed
from the Company’s website at www.knm-group.com too. The Group is mindful of the expectations of the investment
community and will always strategize to attain or even surpass their expectations.
LOOKING AHEAD
The Group remains resolute and aims to implement further sustainable measures in respect of its tri-fold commitment
inter alia towards:-
a. Value creation for increased market growth and outreach, improved operational efficiency and better financial
performances from its business operations;
b. Increasing its market lead and participation in the renewable energy sector; and
c. Remaining steadfast in its giving back better returns to the stakeholders, community and society at large,
wherever its operations may be.
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AUDIT COMMITTEE Report
The Audit Committee (“Committee”) of the Company is pleased to present the Audit Committee Report for the
financial year ended 31 December 2017.
MEMBERS, MEETINGS HELD AND ATTENDANCE OF MEMBERS
The members of the Committee are totally Independent Non-Executive Directors and they comprise four (4) in numbers.
The attendance of each member at the seven (7) meetings held during the financial year ended 31 December 2017
are as follows:-

Name of member Designation Directorship of the member Attendance
Dato’ Ab Halim bin Mohyiddin Chairman Independent Non-Executive 7/7

Chairman (100%)
Dato’ Dr Khalid Bin Ngah Member Senior Independent 7/7

Non-Executive Director (100%)
Soh Yoke Yan Member Independent 6/7

Dato’ Sri Adnan bin Wan Mamat Member Independent 6/7

The Terms of Reference of the Committee is available on the Company’s website.
SUMMARY OF WORKS DURING THE YEAR
During the financial year under review, the Committee had:-
1. reviewed and adopted the internal audit plan for 2018, including its scope and areas of audit;
2. reviewed and considered the re-appointment of external auditors;

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4. reviewed significant accounting policies that were affected by the introduction of the new Malaysian Accounting R
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5. reviewed the Directors’ Report, Auditors’ Report and Audited Financial Statements, and relevant statements
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INTERNAL AUDIT FUNCTIONS
The Group’s internal audit function is carried-out by our Internal Audit Department, assisted by an independent
external firm of professional internal auditors, which reports directly to the Committee on its activities based on the
approved annual Internal Audit Plan. The duties of the Internal Audit Department are to provide reasonable assurance
in the effective execution of responsibilities of Committee members by providing verifications, examinations and
evaluations of the Group’s system of internal controls.
The Head of the Internal Audit Department headed by Madam Tan Siok Keng who has extensive experience in the
field of internal auditing reports directly to the Committee, highlighting major weaknesses in control procedures of
auditable areas as set out in the internal audit plan. Where appropriate, relevant corrective and/or preventive actions
will also be recommended for implementation in order to further strengthen the existing system of internal controls
of the Group. During the year, the Internal Audit Department had carried out inter alia, the following activities:-
• reviewed and ascertained adequacy of internal controls through operational and compliance audits;
• reported audit findings of highlighted weaknesses with recommendations to the Committee on a quarterly
basis; and
• performed follow-up review for corrective and/or preventive actions of the weaknesses.
The costs amounting to approximately RM256,795 (2016: RM460,391) were incurred for the internal audit functions
in respect of the financial year ended 31 December 2017.
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STATEMENT ON RISK MANAGEMENT
AND INTERNAL CONTROL
THE BOARD’S RESPONSIBILITY
The Board of Directors (“the Board”) of KNM Group (“the Group”) affirms its responsibility for maintaining a sound
system of risk management and internal controls in the Group and is pleased to provide the following statement on
risk management and internal control that outlines the nature and scope of risk management and internal control
of the Group during the year.
The Board acknowledges its responsibilities for the Group’s system of internal controls and risk management practices
to safeguard the shareholders investment and the Group’s assets. The Board also believes that the Group’s system
of internal controls and risk management practices are vital to good corporate governance.
The Board ensures effectiveness and efficiency of operations, reliability of financial reporting and compliance with
applicable laws and regulations through regular reviews and is guided by the Statement on Risk Management and
Internal Control: Guidelines for Directors of Listed Issuers.
RISK MANAGEMENT
The Board has developed a risk management framework and has put in place an Enterprise-Wide Risk Management
framework to identify the key risks faced by the Group, the potential impact and likelihood of those risks occurring,
the control effectiveness and the action plans being taken to manage those risks to the desired level. Such a system
is designed to identify, evaluate and manage the significant risks faced by the Group to achieve its objectives and
strategies. A process has been put in place for the year under review and up to the date of this statement. On-going
reviews are carried out quarterly by the Risk Management Committee (“RMC”). RMC, chaired by the Group Finance
Director, is to assist the facilitation of the continuous monitoring and evaluating of the Group’s risk management
system and reports to Audit Committee and the Board to achieve the Group’s business objective and to ensure that
the Group is always vigilant to any situation that might affect its assets, income and profits. The Audit Committee is
entrusted by the Board to oversee the overall management of all identified risks of the Group and overall compliance
with applicable laws and regulations, internal policies and approved limits.
INTERNAL CONTROL
The key elements of certain operating activities of the Group’s system of internal controls are as follows:-
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goods and/or services and capital expenditure for each level of management to ensure proper identification O
of accountabilities and segregation of duties. U
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• Management executive committee meetings involving the Executive Directors, senior management and projects B
personnel were conducted to discuss the state of affairs and progress for projects and operational businesses. E
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• The Quality Assurance departments conducted internal quality audits to monitor compliance with ISO A
requirements at respective subsidiaries with ISO accreditation. D
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• The Health, Safety and Environment departments at the fabrication facilities carried out health, safety and N
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of the Group on a quarterly basis. However, the Internal Audit Function may report to the Audit Committee on more T
frequent basis if circumstances arise.
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MONITORING AND REVIEW OF THE ADEQUACY AND INTERGRITY OF SYSTEM OF RISK MANAGEMENT AND
INTERNAL CONTROL
The process adopted to monitor and review the adequacy and integrity of the system of risk management and
internal control include:
• Periodic confirmation by the reporting unit heads on the effectiveness of the system of risk management and
internal control, highlighting any weaknesses and changes in risk profile.
• Periodic examination of business processes and state of internal control by internal audit function. Reports on
the reviews carried out by the internal audit function are submitted on a quarterly basis to the Audit Committee.
The monitoring, review and reporting arrangements in place provide reasonable assurance that the structure of
controls and its operations are appropriate to the Group’s operations and that risks are at acceptable level throughout
the Group’s businesses. Such arrangements, however, do not eliminate that possibility of human error, deliberate
circumvention of control procedures by employees and others, or the occurrence of unforeseeable circumstances.
The Board is of the view that the system of risk management and internal control in place for the year under review
is sound and sufficient to safeguard shareholders’ investment, stakeholders’ interest and the Group’s assets.
ASSOCIATES AND JOINT VENTURES
The Group’s system of risk management and internal control does not include the state of risk management and
internal controls in associates and joint ventures.
ASSURANCE
The Board has received reasonable assurance from the Group Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer
that the Group’s risk management framework and internal control system is operating adequately and effectively, in
all material aspects, based on the risk management and internal control system of the Group.
The Board is of view that the risk management and internal control systems of the Group is satisfactory. The Board
and management will continue to take measures to strengthen the Risk Management and Internal Control system
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N tolerable limits and dealt with in a timely manner.
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Directors’ Report ............................................................ 42
Statements of Financial Position .................................... 50
Statements of Profit or Loss and
Other Comprehensive Income ..................................... 52
Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity ................. 54
Statement of Changes In Equity ...................................... 56
Statements of Cash Flows .............................................. 57
Notes to the Financial Statements .................................. 61
Statement by Directors ..................................................149
Statutory Declaration .....................................................149
Independent Auditors’ Report ........................................150
FINANCIAL
STATEMENTS
Directors’ report
for the year ended 31 December 2017
The Directors hereby submit their report and the audited financial statements of the Group and of the Company for
the financial year ended 31 December 2017.
Principal activities
The Company is principally engaged in investment holding activities and the provision of management services,
while the principal activities of the subsidiaries are as stated in Note 31 to the financial statements. There has been
no significant change in the nature of these activities during the financial year.
Subsidiaries
The details of the Company’s subsidiaries are disclosed in Note 31 to the financial statements.
Results

Group Company
RM’000 RM’000
(Loss)/Profit for the year attributable to:

Owners of the Company (43,007) 2,896
Non-controlling interests (2,197) –
(45,204) 2,896
Reserves and provisions
There were no material transfers to or from reserves and provisions during the financial year under review except
as disclosed in the financial statements.
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D Ir Lee Swee Eng
A Dato’ Dr. Khalid bin Ngah
N Dato’ Sri Adnan bin Wan Mamat
N Soh Yoke Yan
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List of Directors of Subsidiaries
Pursuant to Section 253 of the Companies Act 2016, the list of Directors of the subsidiaries (excluding Directors
who are also Directors of the Company) in office during the financial year and during the period from the end of the
financial year to the date of the Report are as follows:
Abdulllatif Mohammed Salem Al Barrak

Alexander Neubauer
Carsten Birk
Chew Fun Sing
Dato' Norazman bin Hamidun
Dinesh Krishna Pai
Dr. Thomas Beeskow
Felix Wong Yeen Kee
Filippo Molinari
Flavio Porro
Gregory Douglas Mallam
Jacky Antoine Valenza
John C Mah
Jürgen Stegger
Lucas Franciscus Simon Bagchus
Marcus Friedrichs
Mohammed Nasser Hazza Al Fehaid Al Subaei
Mohd Rizal Bahari bin Md Noor
Mohd Zaini bin Buang
Naushad Ally Sohoboo
Ng Boon Su
Normen Norbert Seifert
Phoon Hee Yau
Radzali bin Abdul Rahman
Ronald Gerardo Gualy
Sandeep Fakun
Sara Lee Mei Ching
Syed Omar bin Syed Abdullah
Tan Koon Ping K
Thanika Chintanapunt N
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Warinat Lim
Wilhelmus Petrus Jansen G
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Wong Toh Sing (Appointed on 20 February 2017) O
Oliver Kuehner (Appointed on 1 May 2017) U
Rohaizad bin Yunus @ Mohamed Yunus (Appointed on 1 June 2017) P
Dato' Mat Isa bin Kadir (Appointed on 19 October 2017) B
Shamkant Babaji Bhor (Appointed on 1 November 2017) E
Chintamani Shridhar Vaidya (Appointed on 1 November 2017) R
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Dr. Timo Bauer (Appointed on 1 December 2017) A
Ong Kuan Ming (Appointed on 24 January 2018) D
Chong Chiew Han (Appointed on 24 January 2018) A
Krish Follett (Resigned on 2 February 2017) N
Heinz-Werner Wied (Resigned on 17 February 2017) N
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Andre Petrus E Geens (Resigned on 1 June 2017) L
Wong Lay Fong (Resigned on 1 June 2017)
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Zainudin bin Zulkifli (Resigned on 7 July 2017) P
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Lee Wai Kit (Resigned on 28 July 2017) R
Reiner Dreher (Resigned on 30 November 2017) T
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Directors’ interests
The interests and deemed interests in the shares, warrants and options over shares of the Company and of its related
corporations (other than wholly-owned subsidiaries) of those who were Directors at financial year end (including the
interest of the spouses or children of the Directors who themselves are not Directors of the Company) as recorded
in the Register of Directors’ Shareholdings are as follows:
Number of ordinary shares

At At
1.1.2017 Bought Sold 31.12.2017
Shareholdings in which
Directors have interests
in the Company
Direct interests
Dato’ Ab. Halim bin Mohyiddin 2,452,500 – – 2,452,500

Ir Lee Swee Eng 37,408,838 – – 37,408,838
Gan Siew Liat 9,045,000 – – 9,045,000
Chew Fook Sin 5,173,140 – – 5,173,140
Indirect interests
Ir Lee Swee Eng 414,674,859 21,898,100 (107,470,103) 329,102,856

Soh Yoke Yan 120,000 – (120,000) –
Gan Siew Liat 414,674,859 21,898,100 (107,470,103) 329,102,856
Chew Fook Sin 22,448,058 – – 22,448,058
Number of Warrant A
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H Ir Lee Swee Eng 10,210,716 – (3,632,100) (6,578,616) –
A Gan Siew Liat 2,222,205 – – (2,222,205) –
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Chew Fook Sin 1,618,570 – – (1,618,570) –
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R Chew Fook Sin 6,858,251 – (6,332,149) (526,102) –
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Number of Warrant B
At At
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Warrantholdings B
2015/2020 in which
in the Company

Direct interests

Dato’ Ab. Halim bin Mohyiddin 204,375 – – 204,375
Ir Lee Swee Eng 2,569,598 – (343,036) 2,226,562
Gan Siew Liat 874,375 – – 874,375
Chew Fook Sin 358,595 – – 358,595

Indirect interests

Ir Lee Swee Eng 32,583,340 – (15,652,700) 16,930,640
Soh Yoke Yan 10,000 – – 10,000
Gan Siew Liat 32,583,340 – (15,652,700) 16,930,640
Chew Fook Sin 1,943,171 – (950,000) 993,171
Number of ESOS Options

At At
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ESOS options in which Directors

have interests in the Company

Direct interests
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Dato’ Ab. Halim bin Mohyiddin 1,540,905 513,635 – 2,054,540 N
Ir Lee Swee Eng 8,691,138 2,897,046 – 11,588,184 M
Dato’ Dr. Khalid bin Ngah 1,143,846 381,282 – 1,525,128 G
Soh Yoke Yan 1,143,846 381,282 – 1,525,128 R
Gan Siew Liat 7,893,846 2,631,282 – 10,525,128 O
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Directors’ interests (continued)
By virtue of their interests in the Company and pursuant to Section 8 of the Companies Act 2016, Ir Lee Swee Eng,
Gan Siew Liat and Chew Fook Sin are also deemed interested in the shares of the subsidiaries during the financial
year to the extent that KNM Group Berhad has an interest.
Other than disclosed above, the other Directors holding office as at 31 December 2017 had no interests in the ordinary
shares, warrants and options over shares in the Company and its related corporations during the financial year.
Directors’ benefits
Since the end of the previous financial year, no Director of the Company has received nor become entitled to receive
any benefit (other than those fees and other benefits included in the aggregate amount of remuneration received or
due and receivable by certain Directors as shown in the financial statements or the fixed salaries of full time employees
of the Company or of related corporations) by reason of a contract made by the Company or a related corporation
with the Director or with a firm of which the Director is a member, or with a corporation in which the Director has a
substantial financial interest, other than as disclosed in Note 27 to the financial statements.
There was no arrangement during and at the end of the financial year which had the object of enabling Directors of
the Company to acquire benefits by means of the acquisition of shares in or debentures of the Company or any other
body corporate apart from the warrants and the Employee Share Option Scheme (“ESOS”) issued by the Company.
Issue of shares and debentures
During the financial year, the Company:
a) issued 23,213 new ordinary shares for a total cash consideration of RM22,748 arising from the exercise of
Warrant A at an exercise price of RM0.98 per ordinary share; and
b) issued 213,281,400 new ordinary shares via a private placement to eligible investors for a total cash
consideration of RM51,187,536 including transaction costs of RM1,266,528.
K The ordinary shares issued rank pari passu in all respect with the existing shares of the Company.
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Options granted over unissued shares (continued)
Employee Share Option Scheme (“ESOS”) (continued)
The salient features of the ESOS are as follows:
i) Subject to the discretion of the ESOS Committee, any employee of at least eighteen (18) years of age on the
date of offer, shall be eligible to participate.
ii) The option is personal to the grantee and is non-assignable, non-transferable and non-disposable.
iii) The option price shall be determined by the weighted average of the market price of the shares as shown
in the daily official list issued by Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad for the five (5) Market Days immediately
preceding the dates of offer subject to a discount of not more than ten percent (10%) thereto to be decided
by the ESOS committee or at the par value of the share, whichever is higher.
iv) The options shall not carry any right to vote at any general meeting of the Company and the grantee shall not
be entitled to any dividends, rights, allotments and or other distributions on his/her unexercised options.
v) The options granted may be exercised in respect of such lesser number of new shares as the grantee may
decide provided that the number shall be in multiples of and not less than one hundred (100) new shares.
vi) The new shares to be allotted and issued upon any exercise of the options will upon such allotment and
issuance, rank pari passu in all respect with the then existing issued and fully paid-up shares.
The options offered to take up unissued ordinary shares and the option prices are as follows:
Number of options
Exercise Granted
Grant Expiry price At and At
date date RM 1.1.2017 allocated Exercised Lapsed 31.12.2017
25.7.2014 24.7.2022 0.65 22,536,932 – – (1,691,200) 20,845,732

25.7.2015 24.7.2022 0.65 22,482,776 – – (1,777,933) 20,704,843
25.7.2016 24.7.2022 0.65 22,397,946 – – (1,717,258) 20,680,688 K
25.7.2017 24.7.2022 0.65 – 20,428,005 – (30,386) 20,397,619 N
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67,417,654 20,428,005 – (5,216,777) 82,628,882 G

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During the financial year, the Company purchased 10,000 of its issued ordinary shares listed on the Main Market D
of Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad from the open market at an average price of approximately RM0.28 per share. A
The total consideration paid was RM2,846 including transaction costs of RM44. The purchase transactions were N
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Indemnity and insurance costs
During the financial year, the total amount of indemnity coverage given to Directors and officers of the Group pursuant
to a Directors and Officers Liability Insurance is RM20,000,000 at a cost of RM80,252. There is no indemnity or
insurance effected for the auditors of the Group and of the Company.
Other statutory information
Before the financial statements of the Group and of the Company were made out, the Directors took reasonable
steps to ascertain that:
i) all known bad debts have been written off and adequate provision made for doubtful debts, and
ii) any current assets which were unlikely to be realised in the ordinary course of business have been written
down to an amount which they might be expected so to realise.
At the date of this report, the Directors are not aware of any circumstances:
i) that would render the amount written off for bad debts or the amount of the provision for doubtful debts in
the Group and in the Company inadequate to any substantial extent, or
ii) that would render the value attributed to the current assets in the financial statements of the Group and of the
Company misleading, or
iii) which have arisen which render adherence to the existing method of valuation of assets or liabilities of the
Group and of the Company misleading or inappropriate, or
iv) not otherwise dealt with in this report or the financial statements that would render any amount stated in the
financial statements of the Group and of the Company misleading.
At the date of this report, there does not exist:
i) any charge on the assets of the Group or of the Company that has arisen since the end of the financial year
K and which secures the liabilities of any other person, or
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ii) any contingent liability in respect of the Group or of the Company that has arisen since the end of the financial
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enforceable within the period of twelve months after the end of the financial year which, in the opinion of the Directors,
B will or may substantially affect the ability of the Group and of the Company to meet their obligations as and when
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ended 31 December 2017 have not been substantially affected by any item, transaction or event of a material and
A unusual nature nor has any such item, transaction or event occurred in the interval between the end of that financial
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Significant events during the year
The significant events during the year are as disclosed in Note 34 to the financial statements.
Auditors
The auditors, KPMG PLT, have indicated their willingness to accept re-appointment.
The auditors’ remuneration is disclosed in Note 21 to the financial statements.
Signed on behalf of the Board of Directors in accordance with a resolution of the Directors:
…………………………………………………………
Dato’ Ab. Halim bin Mohyiddin
Director
…………………………………………………………
Lee Swee Eng
Director
Kuala Lumpur,
Date: 28 April 2018

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Statements of financial position
as at 31 December 2017
Group Company
Note 2017 2016 2017 2016
RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
Assets
Property, plant and equipment 3 1,393,757 1,404,817 – –
Goodwill 4 918,308 894,502 – –
Other intangible assets 4 496,502 512,071 – –
Interests in subsidiaries 5 – – 2,054,614 1,808,622
Investments in associates 6 21 22 – –
Investments in joint ventures 7 5,479 3,098 40 40
Other investments 8 5,467 525 – –
Deferred tax assets 9 344,243 347,858 – –
Total non-current assets 3,163,777 3,162,893 2,054,654 1,808,662

Inventories 10 100,870 73,732 – –
Current tax assets 15,274 13,762 1,543 492
Trade and other receivables 11 848,910 969,950 219,493 205,080
Derivative financial assets 12 2,242 1,939 – –
Cash and bank balances 13 235,638 419,183 365 218,038
Total current assets 1,202,934 1,478,566 221,401 423,610
Total assets 4,366,711 4,641,459 2,276,055 2,232,272
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Statements of financial position
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Group Company
Note 2017 2016 2017 2016
RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
Equity
Share capital 1,883,513 1,005,617 1,883,513 1,005,617
Share premium – 782,971 – 782,971
Treasury shares (53,425) (53,422) (53,425) (53,422)
Reserves 566,134 650,252 107,334 149,341
Total equity attributable to

owners of the Company 14 2,396,222 2,385,418 1,937,422 1,884,507
Non-controlling interests 13,514 3,455 – –
Total equity 2,409,736 2,388,873 1,937,422 1,884,507

Liabilities
Loans and borrowings 15 701,911 839,695 334,107 333,937
Long term payables 17 8,976 10,589 – 643
Long service leave liability 7,574 7,097 – –
Deferred tax liabilities 9 192,287 191,054 – –
Total non-current liabilities 910,748 1,048,435 334,107 334,580
Loans and borrowings 15 487,055 481,704 – –

Current tax liabilities 4,082 2,069 – –
Deferred income 18 114,571 120,383 – –
Trade and other payables 19 437,005 588,063 4,526 13,185
Derivative financial liabilities 12 3,514 11,932 – –
Total current liabilities 1,046,227 1,204,151 4,526 13,185
Total liabilities 1,956,975 2,252,586 338,633 347,765 K

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Statements of profit or loss
and other comprehensive income
Group Company
Note 2017 2016 2017 2016
RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000

Revenue 20 1,389,654 1,646,782 3,692 5,702
Contract costs recognised as
an expense (1,131,089) (1,640,313) – –
Cost of sales (37,067) – – –
Gross profit 221,498 6,469 3,692 5,702

Administration expenses (177,583) (199,497) (5,785) (6,420)
Other income 51,261 13,696 6,409 143
Other operating expenses (78,665) (96,165) (6,798) (13)
Results from operating activities 21 16,511 (275,497) (2,482) (588)

Finance costs (47,847) (44,422) (16,649) (5,841)
Finance income 517 2,132 22,031 5,777
Share of profit of
equity-accounted associates
and joint ventures, net of tax 2,301 1,140 – –
(Loss)/Profit before tax (28,518) (316,647) 2,900 (652)

Tax expense 22 (16,686) (16,477) (4) (765)
(Loss)/Profit for the year (45,204) (333,124) 2,896 (1,417)
Items that are or may be

reclassified subsequently
to profit or loss
Cash flow hedge 435 2,006 – –
Foreign currency translation
K differences for foreign
N operations (62,354) 30,845 – –
M Hedge of net investment in
G subsidiaries 62,680 (39,689) – –
R Realisation of revaluation
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P and equipment written off – 1,904 – –
Share of gain of equity-
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E accounted associates and
R joint ventures 1,362 107 – –
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income/(expense) for the
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Group Company
Note 2017 2016 2017 2016
RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
(Loss)/Profit attributable to:

Owners of the Company (43,007) (332,981) 2,896 (1,417)
Non-controlling interests (2,197) (143) – –
Total comprehensive
(expense)/income
attributable to:
Owners of the Company (39,215) (334,063) 2,896 (1,417)
Non-controlling interests (3,866) (3,888) – –
Total comprehensive
(expense)/income for the year (43,081) (337,951) 2,896 (1,417)
Basic and diluted earnings

per ordinary share (sen) 23 (2.00) (15.61)
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Attributable to owners of the Company
Non-distributable Distributable
Share Non-
Share Share Treasury Revaluation Translation option Hedging Warrant Retained controlling Total
capital premium shares reserve reserve reserve reserve reserve earnings Total interests equity
Group RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
At 1 January 2016 1,005,617 782,971 (53,414) 98,989 (207,708) 17,592 (4,343) 72,449 1,006,641 2,718,794 (9,099) 2,709,695

differences for foreign operations – – – – 34,590 – – – – 34,590 (3,745) 30,845
Hedge of net investment – – – – (39,689) – – – – (39,689) – (39,689)
Cash flow hedge – – – – – – 2,006 – – 2,006 – 2,006
Realisation of revaluation reserve on
property, plant and equipment written off – – – (5,688) – – – – 7,592 1,904 – 1,904
Share of other comprehensive income of

equity-accounted investees – – – – 107 – – – – 107 – 107
Other comprehensive (expense)/income for

the year – – – (5,688) (4,992) – 2,006 – 7,592 (1,082) (3,745) (4,827)
Loss for the year – – – – – – – – (332,981) (332,981) (143) (333,124)
Total comprehensive (expense)/income

for the year – – – (5,688) (4,992) – 2,006 – (325,389) (334,063) (3,888) (337,951)
Contributions by and distributions to owners
of the Company
- Share buy-back – – (8) – – – – – – (8) – (8)
- Acquisition of equity interest in
subsidiaries – – – – – – – – – – 16,442 16,442
- Share-based payment – – – – – 695 – – – 695 – 695
Total transactions with owners of the

Company – – (8) – – 695 – – – 687 16,442 17,129
At 31 December 2016 1,005,617 782,971 (53,422) 93,301 (212,700) 18,287 (2,337) 72,449 681,252 2,385,418 3,455 2,388,873
Note 14.1 Note 14.1 Note 14.2 Note 14.3 Note 14.4 Note 14.5 Note 14.6 Note 14.7
Consolidated statement of changes in equity
Share Non-
Share Share Treasury Revaluation Translation option Hedging Warrant Retained controlling Total
capital premium shares reserve reserve reserve reserve reserve earnings Total interests equity
Group RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000

At 1 January 2017 1,005,617 782,971 (53,422) 93,301 (212,700) 18,287 (2,337) 72,449 681,252 2,385,418 3,455 2,388,873

differences for foreign operations – – – – (60,685) – – – – (60,685) (1,669) (62,354)
Hedge of net investment – – – – 62,680 – – – – 62,680 – 62,680
Cash flow hedge – – – – – – 435 – – 435 – 435
Share of other comprehensive income of
equity-accounted investees – – – – 1,362 – – – – 1,362 – 1,362
Other comprehensive income/(expense) for

the year – – – – 3,357 – 435 – – 3,792 (1,669) 2,123
Loss for the year – – – – – – – – (43,007) (43,007) (2,197) (45,204)
Total comprehensive (expense)/income

for the year – – – – 3,357 – 435 – (43,007)
(39,215) (3,866)
(43,081)
Contributions by and distributions to owners
of the Company
- Share buy-back – – (3) – – – – – – (3) – (3)
- Acquisition of equity interest in subsidiaries – – – – – – – – – – 13,925 13,925
- Share-based payment – – – – – 78 – – – 78 – 78
- Issuance arising from private placement 49,921 – – – – – – – – 49,921 – 49,921
- Issuance arising from exercise of warrants 23 – – – – – – – – 23 – 23
- Transfer of warrant reserve upon expiry of
Warrant A 44,981 – – – – – – (44,981) – – – –
Total transactions with owners of the Company 94,925 – (3) – – 78 – (44,981) – 50,019 13,925 63,944
Transfer from share premium in accordance

with Section 618(2) of the Companies Act 2016 782,971 (782,971) – – – – – – – – – –
At 31 December 2017 1,883,513 – (53,425) 93,301 (209,343) 18,365 (1,902) 27,468 638,245 2,396,222 13,514 2,409,736
Note 14.1 Note 14.1 Note 14.2 Note 14.3 Note 14.4 Note 14.5 Note 14.6 Note 14.7
Consolidated statement of changes in equity
(continued)
The notes on pages 61 to 148 are an integral part of these financial statements.
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Share Share Treasury option Warrant Retained
capital premium shares reserve reserve earnings Total
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At 1 January 2016 1,005,617 782,971 (53,414) 17,592 72,449 60,022 1,885,237

Loss for the year/
Total comprehensive
expense for the year – – – – – (1,417) (1,417)
Contributions by and
distributions to owners
of the Company
- Share buy-back – – (8) – – – (8)
- Share-based payment – – – 695 – – 695
Total transactions with

owners of the Company – – (8) 695 – – 687
At 31 December 2016/
1 January 2017 1,005,617 782,971 (53,422) 18,287 72,449 58,605 1,884,507
Profit for the year/
Total comprehensive
income for the year – – – – – 2,896 2,896
Contributions by and
distributions to owners
of the Company
- Share buy-back – – (3) – – – (3)
- Share-based payment – – – 78 – – 78
- Issuance arising from
private placement 49,921 – – – – – 49,921
- Issuance arising from
exercise of warrants 23 – – – – – 23
K - Transfer of warrant reserves
N upon expiry of Warrant A 44,981 – – – (44,981) – –
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E Companies Act 2016 782,971 (782,971) – – – – –
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statementS of cash flows
Group Company
Note 2017 2016 2017 2016
RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
Cash flows from operating

activities
Adjustments for:
Amortisation of
intangible assets 30,167 32,491 – –
Change in fair value of
forward contracts (5,621) (9,608) – –
Depreciation of property,
plant and equipment 7,883 6,857 – –
Gain on disposal of property,
plant and equipment (24) (199) – –
Unrealised (gain)/loss on
foreign exchange (19,368) (2,353) 5,598 (128)
Interest expense 44,290 36,670 16,647 5,839
Interest income (517) (2,132) (22,031) (5,777)
Property, plant and
equipment written off 1,065 1,185 – –
Bad debts written off 1,338 7,431 – –
Investment in subsidiaries
written off – – 1,200 –
Provision for foreseeable
losses – 279 – –
Provision for late delivery
charges 104 447 – –
Provision for warranty 2,410 18,273 – –
Impairment:
- Property, plant and
equipment – 11,347 – –
- Receivables 13,317 27,060 – –
Reversal of impairment loss K
on receivables (7,137) – – – N
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Share-based payments 16 78 695 44 314
Share of gain of equity- G
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joint ventures, net of tax (2,301) (1,140) – – U
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Operating profit/(loss) before B
changes in working capital 37,166 (189,344) 4,358 (404) E
Changes in working capital: R
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Inventories (29,624) 2,266 – – A
Trade and other receivables (i) 85,513 124,747 11,882 3,094 D
Trade and other payables (158,489) (119,605) (8,490) (29,245) A
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from operations (65,434) (181,936) 7,750 (26,555) A
Tax paid (16,486) (4,569) (1,055) (1,854) L
Interest paid (369) (370) – – R
Interest received 517 2,132 – 5,777 E
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Group Company
Note 2017 2016 2017 2016
RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
Cash flows from investing

activities
Acquisition of other
intangible assets (491) (2,050) – –
Acquisition of property,
plant and equipment (ii) (29,511) (24,635) – –
Acquisition of subsidiaries,
net of cash acquired 32 – (69,310) – –
Change in pledged deposits (18,976) (94) – –
Proceeds from disposal of
property, plant and
equipment 7,217 6,673 – –
Repayments to subsidiary (i) – – (260,557) (87,689)
Net cash used in investing

activities (41,761) (89,416) (260,557) (87,689)
Cash flows from financing

activities
Interest paid (43,921) (36,300) (13,752) (5,839)
Net (repayments of)/proceeds from
- Bills payable (6,129) 89,780 – –
- Finance lease liabilities (9,799) (8,850) – –
- Terms loans, bonds and
revolving credit (68,105) 479,690 – 333,937
Proceeds from issuance of shares 49,944 – 49,944 –
Share buy-back (3) (8) (3) (8)
Issuance of ordinary shares to non-
controlling interest 13,925 – – –
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from financing activities (64,088) 524,312 36,189 328,090
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P and cash equivalents (187,621) 250,153 (217,673) 217,769
B Effect of foreign currency translation (28,513) (32,318) – –
E Cash and cash equivalents at
R beginning of year 411,719 193,884 218,038 269
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A of year (iii) 195,585 411,719 365 218,038
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Reconciliation of liabilities arising from financing activities
The following tables illustrated the changes in liabilities arising from financing activities, including both changes
arising from cash flows and non-cash charges during the financial year of the Group and of the Company:
Finance
Bills Term Revolving Lease
payable loans credit liabilities
RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
Group
At 1 January 2017 182,374 590,519 513,920 29,676
Acquisition of property, plant and equipment – – – 6,548
Net (repayments of)/proceeds from (6,129) 9,526 (77,631) (9,799)
Unrealised gain on foreign exchange (2,732) (4,403) (1,985) –
Effect of foreign currency translation (14,762) (3,182) (41,435) (62)
At 31 December 2017 158,751 592,460 392,869 26,363
Fixed rate
guaranteed
Thai Baht
bonds
RM’000
Company
At 1 January 2017 333,937
Amortisation effect of borrowing costs 16,647
Unrealised gain on foreign exchange (2,725)
Interest paid (13,752)
At 31 December 2017 334,107
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RM93,608,000 (2016: RM108,834,000). Property, plant and equipment of RM6,548,000 (2016: RM10,934,000) D
was acquired by means of hire purchase and RM57,549,000 (2016: RM73,265,000) was self-constructed assets. A
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statementS of cash flows
(continued)
Notes to statements of cash flows: (continued)
(iii) Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents included in the statements of cash flows comprise the following statements of
financial position amounts:
Group Company
Note 2017 2016 2017 2016
RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
Cash and bank balances 13 214,108 416,479 365 218,038

Deposits with licensed banks
and financial institutions 13 21,530 2,704 – –
Less: Pledged deposits 13 (21,530) (2,554) – –
214,108 416,629 365 218,038

Less: Bank overdrafts 15 (18,523) (4,910) – –
195,585 411,719 365 218,038
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Notes to the financial statements
KNM Group Berhad is a public limited liability company, incorporated and domiciled in Malaysia and is listed on the
Main Market of the Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad. The address of the principal place of business and registered
office is as follows:
Principal place of business and registered office

15, Jalan Dagang SB 4/1
Taman Sungai Besi Indah
43300 Seri Kembangan
Selangor Darul Ehsan
The consolidated financial statements of the Company as at and for the financial year ended 31 December 2017
comprise the Company and its subsidiaries (together referred to as the “Group” and individually referred to as “Group
entities”) and the Group’s interests in associates and joint ventures. The financial statements of the Company as at
and for the financial year ended 31 December 2017 do not include other entities.
The Company is principally engaged in investment holding activities and the provision of management services, while
the principal activities of the other Group entities are as stated in Note 31 to the financial statements.
These financial statements were authorised for issuance by the Board of Directors on 28 April 2018.
1. Basis of preparation
(a) Statement of compliance
The financial statements of the Group and the Company have been prepared in accordance with
Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards (“MFRSs”), International Financial Reporting Standards and
the requirements of the Companies Act 2016 in Malaysia.
The following are accounting standards, interpretations and amendments that have been issued by
the Malaysian Accounting Standards Board (“MASB”) but have not been adopted by the Group and the
Company:
MFRSs, Interpretations and amendments effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 January
2018
• MFRS 9, Financial Instruments (2014) K
• MFRS 15, Revenue from Contracts with Customers N
M
• Clarifications to MFRS 15, Revenue from Contracts with Customers
• IC Interpretation 22, Foreign Currency Transactions and Advance Consideration G
R
• Amendments to MFRS 1, First-time Adoption of Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards (Annual O
Improvements to MFRS Standards 2014-2016 Cycle) U
• Amendments to MFRS 2, Share-based Payment – Classification and Measurement of Share-based P
Payment Transactions B
• Amendments to MFRS 4, Insurance Contracts – Applying MFRS 9 Financial Instruments with MFRS E
4 Insurance Contracts R
H
• Amendments to MFRS 128, Investments in Associates and Joint Ventures (Annual Improvements A
to MFRS Standards 2014-2016 Cycle) D
• Amendments to MFRS 140, Investment Property – Transfers of Investment Property A
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1. Basis of preparation (CONTINUED)
(a) Statement of compliance (continued)
MFRSs, Interpretations and amendments effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 January
2019
• MFRS 16, Leases
• IC Interpretation 23, Uncertainty over Income Tax Treatments
• Amendments to MFRS 3, Business Combinations (Annual Improvements to MFRS Standards 2015-
2017 Cycle)
• Amendments to MFRS 9, Financial Instruments – Prepayment Features with Negative Compensation
• Amendments to MFRS 11, Joint Arrangements (Annual Improvements to MFRS Standards 2015-
2017 Cycle)
• Amendments to MFRS 112, Income Taxes (Annual Improvements to MFRS Standards 2015-2017
Cycle)
• Amendments to MFRS 119, Employee benefits – Plan Amendment, Curtailment or Settlement
• Amendments to MFRS 123, Borrowing Costs (Annual Improvements to MFRS Standards 2015-2017
Cycle)
• Amendments to MFRS 128, Investments in Associates and Joint Ventures – Long-term Interests
in Associates and Joint Ventures
MFRSs, Interpretations and amendments effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 January 2021
• MFRS 17, Insurance Contracts
MFRSs, Interpretations and amendments effective for annual periods beginning on or after a date yet to
be confirmed
• Amendments to MFRS 10, Consolidated Financial Statements and MFRS 128, Investments in
Associates and Joint Ventures – Sale or Contribution of Assets between an Investor and its Associate
or Joint Venture
The Group and the Company plan to apply the abovementioned accounting standards, interpretations
and amendments in respective financial years when the abovementioned accounting standards,
interpretations and amendments become effective, where applicable.
The initial application of the abovementioned accounting standards, interpretations or amendments

K
N are not expected to have any material financial impacts to the current period and prior period financial
M statements of the Group and the Company except as mentioned below:
G
R (i) MFRS 15, Revenue from Contracts with Customers
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U MFRS 15 replaces the guidance in MFRS 111, Construction Contracts, MFRS 118, Revenue, IC
P
Interpretation 13, Customer Loyalty Programmes, IC Interpretation 15, Agreements for Construction
B of Real Estate, IC Interpretation 18, Transfers of Assets from Customers and IC Interpretation 131,
E Revenue - Barter Transactions Involving Advertising Services.
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A The Group has established a team to manage the implementation of MFRS 15. For respective
D group entities, the team reviewed contracts with customers to account for the financial impact
A of the adoption of the new standard. The team is also responsible to set up a group policy on
N implementation and to design approaches to account into the Group’s financial reporting process.
N
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A Based on the assessment, the key concepts that may give rise to material impact upon adoption
L are as included below:
R
E (i) Separate performance obligations (“PO”)
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R Components in a project are accounted for as separate performance obligations unless
T these components are highly dependent, inter-related and integrated to be incorporated into
a single output. The Group has assessed that there are separate performance obligations
2
0 arising from a single contract, which are required to be accounted for separately and will
1 depart from current practice. The estimated impact is as disclosed below.
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(i) MFRS 15, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (continued)
(ii) Timing of revenue recognition
For construction contracts, currently the Group recognises revenue in proportion to the
stages of completion of a contract, which are assessed by reference to surveys of work
performed/completion of a physical proportion of contract work. Upon adoption of MFRS 15,
the timing of revenue recognition remains as “over-time” recognition for most performance
obligations, except for certain performance obligations, the timing of revenue recognition
would change from the current “over-time” recognition to “in-time” recognition. The Group
has estimated the impact upon adoption, which is as disclosed below.
The Group has assessed the estimated impact that the initial application of MFRS 15 will have on
its consolidated financial statements for year ended 31 December 2017 and the beginning of the
earliest period presented 1 January 2017 as below. The estimated impact on initial application is
based on assessment undertaken to date and the actual impacts of adopting the standard may
change because the new accounting policy is subject to change until the Group presents its first
financial statements that include the date of initial application.
Statement of financial Statement of financial

position as at position as at
31 December 2017 1 January 2017
As As
currently Expected currently Expected
reported restatement reported restatement
Group RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
Deferred tax assets 344,243 346,977 347,858 349,205

Inventories 100,870 162,160 73,732 128,269
Amount due from
contract customers 387,123 344,948 404,013 354,428
K
Deferred income (114,571) (105,778) (120,383) (118,268) N
Retained earnings (638,245) (595,004) (681,252) (652,308) M
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Statement of profit or O
loss and other U
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comprehensive income
for the year ended B
31 December 2017 E
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As H
currently Expected A
reported restatement D
Group RM’000 RM’000 A
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Revenue 1,389,654 1,350,545 N
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Cost of sales (1,168,156) (1,148,500) A
Tax expense (16,686) (11,529) L
Loss for the year (45,204) (59,501) R
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Earnings per share (sen) R
- basic (2.00) (2.76) T
- diluted (2.00) (2.76)
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(ii) MFRS 9, Financial Instruments
MFRS 9 replaces the guidance in MFRS 139, Financial Instruments: Recognition and Measurement
on the classification and measurement of financial assets and financial liabilities, and on hedge
accounting.
MFRS 9 contains a new classification and measurement approach for financial assets that reflects
the business model in which assets are managed and their cash flow characteristics. The new
standard contains three principal classification categories for financial assets: (i) measured at
amortised cost; (ii) fair value through other comprehensive income (FVOCI); and (iii) fair value
through profit or loss (FVTPL), and eliminates the existing MFRS 139 categories of held to maturity,
loans and receivables and available for sale.
The Group has established a team to manage the implementation of MFRS 9. For respective group
entities, the team reviewed each category of financial assets to assess the impact of the adoption.
Based on the assessment performed, the Group does not expect that the application of the new
classification requirement will have a material impact on accounting for its financial assets.
MFRS 9 also replaces the incurred loss model in MFRS 139 with a forward-looking expected credit
loss (ECL) model. Under MFRS 9, loss allowances will be measured on either 12-month ECLs or
lifetime ECLs.
The Group does not expect that the application of the forward-looking expected credit loss (ECL)
model will have a material impact on accounting for its financial assets. The estimated impact on
initial application is based on assessment undertaken to date and the actual impacts of adopting
the standard may change because the new accounting policy is subject to change until the Group
presents its first financial statements that include the date of initial application.
(iii) MFRS 16, Leases
K MFRS 16 replaces the guidance in MFRS 117, Leases, IC Interpretation 4, Determining whether
N
M an Arrangement contains a Lease, IC Interpretation 115, Operating Leases – Incentives and IC
Interpretation 127, Evaluating the Substance of Transactions Involving the Legal Form of a Lease.
G
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O MFRS 16 introduces a single, on-balance sheet lease accounting model for lessees. A lessee
U recognises a right-of-use asset representing its right to use the underlying asset and a lease liability
P
representing its obligations to make lease payments.
B
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R There are recognition exemptions for short-term leases and leases of low-value items. Lessor
H accounting remains similar to the current standard which continues to be classified as finance or
A operating lease.
D
A The Group is currently assessing the financial impact that may arise from the adoption of MFRS
N
N 16.
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E Note 2.
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(c) Functional and presentation currency
These financial statements are presented in Ringgit Malaysia (“RM”), which is the Company’s functional
currency. All financial information is presented in RM and has been rounded to the nearest thousand,
unless otherwise stated.
(d) Use of estimates and judgements
The preparation of the financial statements in conformity with MFRSs requires management to make
judgements, estimates and assumptions that affect the application of accounting policies and the
reported amounts of assets, liabilities, income and expenses. Actual results may differ from these
estimates.
Estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting
estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimate is revised and in any future periods affected.
There are no significant areas of estimation uncertainty and critical judgements in applying accounting
policies that have significant effect on the amounts recognised in the financial statements other than
those disclosed in the following notes:
• Note 3 - Revaluation of property and depreciation of plant and machinery
The Group revalues its freehold land, leasehold land and buildings every 5 years. The
freehold land, leasehold land and buildings are stated at Directors’ valuation based
on professional valuation on the open market basis conducted in December 2014.
• Note 4 - Measurement of the recoverable amounts of the cash-generating units
The Group assesses goodwill and other intangible assets for impairment annually.
The recoverable amounts of the cash-generating units (“CGUs”) were determined
based on fair value less costs of disposal and value in use calculations respectively
for the Germany and Thailand units. The calculation requires the use of estimates K
and assumptions as set out in Note 4 to the financial statements, which resulted in N
no further impairment. M
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The Directors are of the opinion that any reasonably expected change in key R
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assumptions used to determine the recoverable amounts of the CGUs would not U
result in any further impairment. P
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• Note 9 - Recognition of unutilised tax losses and unabsorbed capital allowances E
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A subsidiary has recognised deferred tax assets amounting to RM337,583,000. The A
Directors are of the opinion that based on projection of future taxable income in that D
subsidiary, it is probable that future taxable profits will be available against which the
A
related tax benefit will be utilised. N
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(d) Use of estimates and judgements (continued)
• Note 11.1 - Construction work-in-progress
(i) Construction contracts revenue
The Group has estimated contracts revenue based on the initial amount of
revenue agreed in the contract and approved variations in the contract work.
During the financial year, variation orders were recognised based on percentage
of completion in respect of additional work scope instruction by the customer.
(ii) Construction contract costs and profits
The Group recognises contracts costs and profits based on the percentage of
completion method. The percentage of completion of a construction contract
is determined based on surveys of work performed / completion of a physical
proportion of contract work. Judgement is required in the estimation of physical
proportion of contract work. Where actual differs from the estimated physical
proportion, such difference will impact the contract costs and profits recognised.
Construction contract costs include all expenditure related directly to specific
projects and an allocation of fixed and variable overheads incurred in the Group’s
contract activities based on normal operating capacity.
2. Significant accounting policies
The accounting policies set out below have been applied consistently to the periods presented in these financial
statements and have been applied consistently by Group entities, unless otherwise stated.
(a) Basis of consolidation
K (i) Subsidiaries
N
M Subsidiaries are entities, including structured entities, controlled by the Company. The financial
G statements of subsidiaries are included in the consolidated financial statements from the date
R that control commences until the date that control ceases.
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P The Group controls an entity when it is exposed, or has rights, to variable returns from its involvement
with the entity and has the ability to affect those returns through its power over the entity. Potential
B
E voting rights are considered when assessing control only when such rights are substantive. The
R Group also considers it has de facto power over an investee when, despite not having the majority
H
A of voting rights, it has the current ability to direct the activities of the investee that significantly
D affect the investee’s return.
A
N Investments in subsidiaries are measured in the Company’s statement of financial position at cost
N less any impairment losses, unless the investment is classified as held for sale or distribution. The
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2. Significant accounting policies (CONTINUED)
(a) Basis of consolidation (continued)
(ii) Business combinations
Business combinations are accounted for using the acquisition method from the acquisition date,
which is the date on which control is transferred to the Group.
For new acquisitions, the Group measures the cost of goodwill at the acquisition date as:
• the fair value of the consideration transferred; plus

• the recognised amount of any non-controlling interest in the acquiree; plus
• if the business combination is achieved in stages, the fair value of the existing equity interest
in the acquiree; less
• the net recognised amount (generally fair value) of the identifiable assets acquired and
liabilities assumed.
When the excess is negative, a bargain purchase gain is recognised immediately in profit or loss.
For each business combination, the Group elects whether it measures the non-controlling interests
in the acquiree either at fair value or at the proportionate share of the acquiree’s identifiable net
assets at the acquisition date.
Transaction costs, other than those associated with the issue of debt or equity securities, that the
Group incurs in connection with a business combination are expensed as incurred.
(iii) Acquisitions of non-controlling interests
The Group accounts for all changes in its ownership interest in a subsidiary that do not result in a
loss of control as equity transactions between the Group and its non-controlling interest holders.
Any difference between the Group’s share of net assets before and after the change, and any
consideration received or paid, is adjusted to or against Group reserves.
(iv) Loss of control K

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Upon the loss of control of a subsidiary, the Group derecognises the assets and liabilities of the
former subsidiary, any non-controlling interests and the other components of equity related to the G
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former subsidiary from the consolidated statement of financial position. Any surplus or deficit O
arising on the loss of control is recognised in profit or loss. If the Group retains any interest in U
the former subsidiary, then such interest is measured at fair value at the date that control is lost. P
Subsequently, it is accounted for as an equity-accounted investee or as an available-for-sale B
financial asset depending on the level of influence retained. E
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(v) Associates A
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Associates are entities, including unincorporated entities, in which the Group has significant A
influence, but not control, over the financial and operating policies. N
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Investments in associates are accounted for in the consolidated financial statements using the A
equity method less any impairment losses, unless it is classified as held for sale or distribution. L
The cost of the investment includes transaction costs. The consolidated financial statements
R
include the Group’s share of the profit or loss and other comprehensive income of the associates, E
after adjustments if any, to align the accounting policies with those of the Group, from the date P
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(v) Associates (continued)
When the Group’s share of losses exceeds its interest in an associate, the carrying amount of that
interest including any long-term investments is reduced to zero, and the recognition of further losses
is discontinued except to the extent that the Group has an obligation or has made payments on
behalf of the associate.
When the Group ceases to have significant influence over an associate, any retained interest in
the former associate at the date when significant influence is lost is measured at fair value and
this amount is regarded as the initial carrying amount of a financial asset. The difference between
the fair value of any retained interest plus proceeds from the interest disposed of and the carrying
amount of the investment at the date when equity method is discontinued is recognised in profit
or loss.
When the Group’s interest in an associate decreases but does not result in a loss of significant
influence, any retained interest is not remeasured. Any gain or loss arising from the decrease
in interest is recognised in profit or loss. Any gains or losses previously recognised in other
comprehensive income are also reclassified proportionately to the profit or loss if that gain or
loss would be required to be reclassified to profit or loss on the disposal of the related assets or
liabilities.
(vi) Joint arrangements
Joint arrangements are arrangements of which the Group has joint control, established by
contracts requiring unanimous consent for decisions about the activities that significantly affect
the arrangements’ returns.
Joint arrangements are classified and accounted for as follows:
• A joint arrangement is classified as “joint operation” when the Group or the Company has
K rights to the assets and obligations for the liabilities relating to an arrangement. The Group
N and the Company account for each of their share of the assets, liabilities and transactions,
M
including their share of those held or incurred jointly with the other investors, in relation to
G the joint operation.
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U • A joint arrangement is classified as “joint venture” when the Group or the Company has
P rights only to the net assets of the arrangements. The Group accounts for its interest in
B the joint venture using the equity method. Investments in joint venture are measured in the
E Company’s statement of financial position at cost less any impairment losses, unless the
R investment is classified as held for sale or distribution. The cost of investment includes
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A transaction costs.
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N Non-controlling interests at the end of the reporting period, being the equity in a subsidiary
U
A not attributable directly or indirectly to the equity holders of the Company, are presented in the
L consolidated statement of financial position and statement of changes in equity within equity,
separately from equity attributable to the owners of the Company. Non-controlling interests in
R
E the results of the Group is presented in the consolidated statement of profit or loss and other
P comprehensive income as an allocation of the profit or loss and the comprehensive income for
O
R the year between non-controlling interests and owners of the Company.
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Losses applicable to the non-controlling interests in a subsidiary are allocated to the non-controlling
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(viii) Transactions eliminated on consolidation
Intra-group balances and transactions, and any unrealised income and expenses arising from
intra-group transactions, are eliminated in preparing the consolidated financial statements.
Unrealised gains arising from transactions with equity-accounted associates and joint ventures are
eliminated against the investment to the extent of the Group’s interest in the investees. Unrealised
losses are eliminated in the same way as unrealised gains, but only to the extent that there is no
evidence of impairment.
(b) Foreign currency
(i) Foreign currency transactions
Transactions in foreign currencies are translated to the respective functional currencies of Group
entities at exchange rates at the dates of the transactions.
Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies at the end of the reporting period
are retranslated to the respective functional currencies of Group entities at the exchange rate at
that date.
Non-monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are not retranslated at the
end of the reporting date, except for those that are measured at fair value are retranslated to the
functional currency at the exchange rate at the date that the fair value was determined.
Foreign currency differences arising on retranslation are recognised in profit or loss, except for
differences arising on the retranslation of available-for-sale equity instruments or a financial
instrument designated as a hedge of currency risk, which are recognised in other comprehensive
income.
In the consolidated financial statements, when settlement of a monetary item receivable from
K
or payable to a foreign operation is neither planned nor likely to occur in the foreseeable future, N
foreign exchange gains and losses arising from such a monetary item are considered to form part M
of a net investment in a foreign operation and are recognised in other comprehensive income, and
G
are presented in the translation reserve in equity. R
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(ii) Operations denominated in functional currencies other than Ringgit Malaysia U
P
The assets and liabilities of operations denominated in functional currencies other than RM, B
including goodwill and fair value adjustments arising on acquisition, are translated to RM at E
R
exchange rates at the end of the reporting period. The income and expenses of foreign operations H
are translated to RM at exchange rates at the dates of the transactions. A
D
Foreign currency differences are recognised in other comprehensive income and accumulated in A
the translation reserve in equity. However, if the operation is a non-wholly-owned subsidiary, then N
the relevant proportionate share of the translation difference is allocated to the non-controlling N
U
interests. When a foreign operation is disposed of such that control, significant influence or joint A
control is lost, the cumulative amount in the translation reserve related to that foreign operation L
is reclassified to profit or loss as part of the gain or loss on disposal. R
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When the Group disposes of only part of its interest in a subsidiary that includes a foreign operation, P
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the relevant proportion of the cumulative amount is reattributed to non-controlling interests. When R
the Group disposes of only part of its investment in an associate or joint venture that includes a T
foreign operation while retaining significant influence or joint control, the relevant proportion of
2
the cumulative amount is reclassified to profit or loss. 0
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(c) Financial instruments
(i) Initial recognition and measurement
A financial asset or a financial liability is recognised in the statement of financial position when,
and only when, the Group or the Company becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the
instrument.
A financial instrument is recognised initially, at its fair value plus, in the case of a financial
instrument not at fair value through profit or loss, transaction costs that are directly attributable
to the acquisition or issue of the financial instrument.
An embedded derivative is recognised separately from the host contract and accounted for as a
derivative if, and only if, it is not closely related to the economic characteristics and risks of the
host contract and the host contract is not categorised as fair value through profit or loss. The
host contract, in the event an embedded derivative is recognised separately, is accounted for in
accordance with policy applicable to the nature of the host contract.
(ii) Financial instrument categories and subsequent measurement
The Group and the Company categorise financial instruments as follows:
Financial assets
(a) Financial assets at fair value through profit or loss
Fair value through profit or loss category comprises financial assets that are held for
trading, including derivatives (except for a derivative that is a financial guarantee contract
or a designated and effective hedging instrument), contingent consideration in a business
combination or financial assets that are specifically designated into this category upon
initial recognition.
K Derivatives that are linked to and must be settled by delivery of unquoted equity instruments
N
M whose fair values cannot be reliably measured are measured at cost.
G
R Other financial assets categorised as fair value through profit or loss are subsequently
O measured at their fair values with the gain or loss recognised in profit or loss.
U
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(b) Loans and receivables
B
E
R Loans and receivables category comprises debt instruments that are not quoted in an active
H market.
A
D
Financial assets categorised as loans and receivables are subsequently measured at
A amortised cost using the effective interest method.
N
N
U (c) Available-for-sale financial assets
A
L
Available-for-sale category comprises investment in equity and debt securities instruments
R that are not held for trading.
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(c) Financial instruments (continued)
(ii) Financial instrument categories and subsequent measurement (continued)
Financial assets (continued)
(c) Available-for-sale financial assets (continued)
Investments in equity instruments that do not have a quoted market price in an active market
and whose fair value cannot be reliably measured are measured at cost. Other financial
assets categorised as available-for-sale are subsequently measured at their fair values with
the gain or loss recognised in other comprehensive income, except for impairment losses,
foreign exchange gains and losses arising from monetary items and gains and losses of
hedged items attributable to hedge risks of fair value hedges which are recognised in profit
or loss. On derecognition, the cumulative gain or loss recognised in other comprehensive
income is reclassified from equity into profit or loss. Interest calculated for a debt instrument
using the effective interest method is recognised in profit or loss.
All financial assets, except for those measured at fair value through profit or loss, are subject to
review for impairment (see Note 2(k)(i)).
Financial liabilities
All financial liabilities are subsequently measured at amortised cost other than those categorised
as fair value through profit or loss.
Fair value through profit or loss category comprises financial liabilities that are derivatives (except
for a derivative that is a financial guarantee contract or a designated and effective hedging
instrument), contingent consideration in a business combination or financial liabilities that are
specifically designated into this category upon initial recognition.
Derivatives that are linked to and must be settled by delivery of equity instruments that do not have
a quoted price in an active market for identical instruments whose fair values otherwise cannot K
be reliably measured are measured at cost. N
M
Other financial liabilities categorised as fair value through profit or loss are subsequently measured G
R
at their fair values with the gain or loss recognised in profit or loss. O
U
(iii) Financial guarantee contracts P
B
A financial guarantee contract is a contract that requires the issuer to make specified payments to E
reimburse the holder for a loss it incurs because a specified debtor fails to make payment when R
H
due in accordance with the original or modified terms of a debt instrument. A
D
Fair value arising from financial guarantee contracts are classified as deferred income and is A
amortised to profit or loss using a straight-line method over the contractual period or, when there N
is no specified contractual period, recognised in profit or loss upon discharge of the guarantee. N
U
When settlement of a financial guarantee contract becomes probable, an estimate of the obligation A
is made. If the carrying value of the financial guarantee contract is lower than the obligation, the L
carrying value is adjusted to the obligation amount and accounted for as a provision.
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(iv) Regular way purchase or sale of financial assets
A regular way purchase or sale is a purchase or sale of a financial asset under a contract whose
terms require delivery of the asset within the time frame established generally by regulation or
convention in the marketplace concerned.
A regular way purchase or sale of financial assets is recognised and derecognised, as applicable,
using trade date accounting. Trade date accounting refers to:
(a) the recognition of an asset to be received and the liability to pay for it on the trade date, and
(b) derecognition of an asset that is sold, recognition of any gain or loss on disposal and the
recognition of a receivable from the buyer for payment on the trade date.
(v) Hedge accounting
Cash flow hedge
A cash flow hedge is a hedge of the exposure to variability in cash flows that is attributable to
a particular risk associated with a recognised asset or liability or a highly probable forecast
transaction and could affect the profit or loss. In a cash flow hedge, the portion of the gain or
loss on the hedging instrument that is determined to be an effective hedge is recognised in other
comprehensive income and the ineffective portion is recognised in profit or loss.
Subsequently, the cumulative gain or loss recognised in other comprehensive income is reclassified
from equity into profit or loss in the same period or periods during which the hedged forecast cash
flows affect profit or loss. If the hedge item is a non-financial asset or liability, the associated gain
or loss recognised in other comprehensive income is removed from equity and included in the
initial amount of the asset or liability. However, loss recognised in other comprehensive income
that will not be recovered in one or more future periods is reclassified from equity into profit or
loss.
K
N
M Cash flow hedge accounting is discontinued prospectively when the hedging instrument expires
or is sold, terminated or exercised, the hedge is no longer highly effective, the forecast transaction
G
R is no longer expected to occur or the hedge designation is revoked. If the hedge is for a forecast
O transaction, the cumulative gain or loss on the hedging instrument remains in equity until the
U forecast transaction occurs. When the forecast transaction is no longer expected to occur,
P
any related cumulative gain or loss recognised in other comprehensive income on the hedging
B instrument is reclassified from equity into profit or loss.
E
R
H Hedge of a net investment
A
D
A hedge of a net investment is a hedge in the interest of the net assets of a foreign operation. In a
A net investment hedge, the portion of the gain or loss on the hedging instrument that is determined
N
N to be an effective hedge is recognised in other comprehensive income and the ineffective portion
U is recognised in profit or loss. The cumulative gain or loss recognised in other comprehensive
A income is reclassified from equity into profit or loss on disposal of the foreign operation.
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(vi) Derecognition
A financial asset or part of it is derecognised when, and only when, the contractual rights to the
cash flows from the financial asset expire or control of the assets is not retained or substantially
all of the risks and rewards of ownership of the financial assets are transferred to another party.
On derecognition of a financial asset, the difference between the carrying amount and the sum
of the consideration received (including any new asset obtained less any new liability assumed)
and any cumulative gain or loss that had been recognised in equity is recognised in profit or loss.
A financial liability or a part of it is derecognised when, and only when, the obligation specified
in the contract is discharged, or cancelled or expired. On derecognition of a financial liability, the
difference between the carrying amount of the financial liability extinguished or transferred to
another party and the consideration paid, including any non-cash assets transferred or liabilities
assumed, is recognised in profit or loss.
(d) Property, plant and equipment
(i) Recognition and measurement
Freehold land and capital work-in-progress are stated at cost or valuation less any accumulated
impairment losses. All other items of property, plant and equipment are measured at cost or
valuation less any accumulated depreciation and any accumulated impairment losses.
The Group revalues its freehold land, leasehold land and buildings every 5 years and at shorter
intervals whenever the fair value of the revalued assets is expected to differ materially from their
carrying value. Additions subsequent to their revaluation are stated in the financial statements at
cost until the next revaluation exercise.
Freehold land, leasehold land and buildings are stated at Directors’ valuation based on professional
valuations on the open market basis conducted in December 2014. The next valuation is expected
to be in 2019. K
N
M
Surpluses arising from revaluation are recognised in other comprehensive income and accumulated
in the revaluation reserve account. Any deficit arising is offset against the revaluation reserve to G
R
the extent of a previous increase for the same property. In all other cases, a decrease in carrying O
amount is charged into profit or loss. U
P
Cost includes expenditures that are directly attributable to the acquisition of the asset and any B
other costs directly attributable to bringing the asset to working condition for its intended use, E
and the costs of dismantling and removing the items and restoring the site on which they are R
H
located. The cost of self-constructed assets also includes the cost of materials and direct labour. A
For qualifying assets, borrowing costs are capitalised in accordance with the accounting policy D
on borrowing costs. Cost also may include transfers from equity of any gain or loss on qualifying A
cash flow hedges of foreign currency purchases of property, plant and equipment. N
N
U
Purchased software that is integral to the functionality of the related equipment is capitalised as A
part of that equipment. L
R
When significant parts of an item of property, plant and equipment have different useful lives, they E
are accounted for as separate items (major components) of property, plant and equipment. P
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2. Significant accounting policies (continued)
(d) Property, plant and equipment (continued)
(i) Recognition and measurement (continued)
The gain or loss on disposal of an item of property, plant and equipment is determined by comparing
the proceeds from disposal with the carrying amount of property, plant and equipment and is
recognised net within “other income” and “other operating expenses” respectively in profit or
loss. When revalued assets are sold, the amounts included in the revaluation surplus reserve are
transferred to retained earnings.
(ii) Subsequent costs
The cost of replacing a component of an item of property, plant and equipment is recognised in
the carrying amount of the item if it is probable that the future economic benefits embodied within
the component will flow to the Group or the Company, and its cost can be measured reliably. The
carrying amount of the replaced component is derecognised to profit or loss. The costs of the
day-to-day servicing of property, plant and equipment are recognised in profit or loss as incurred.
(iii) Depreciation
Depreciation is based on the cost of an asset less its residual value. Significant components of
individual assets are assessed, and if a component has a useful life that is different from the
remainder of that asset, then that component is depreciated separately.
Depreciation is recognised in profit or loss on a straight-line basis over the estimated useful lives of
each component of an item of property, plant and equipment from the date that they are available
for use. Leased assets are depreciated over the shorter of the lease term and their useful lives
unless it is reasonably certain that the Group will obtain ownership by the end of the lease term.
Freehold land is not depreciated. Property, plant and equipment under construction (capital work-
in-progress) are not depreciated until the assets are ready for their intended use.
The estimated useful lives for the current and comparative periods are as follows:
K
N Leasehold land 45 - 66 years
M
Buildings 20 - 60 years
G Building improvements 5 - 15 years
R
O Plant and machineries 4 - 20 years
U Motor vehicles 3 - 10 years
P Furniture, fittings and equipment 2.5 - 10 years
B
E Depreciation methods, useful lives and residual values are reviewed at end of the reporting period,
R and adjusted as appropriate.
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D (e) Leased assets
A
N (i) Finance lease
N
U
A Leases in terms of which the Group or the Company assumes substantially all the risks and
L rewards of ownership are classified as finance leases. Upon initial recognition, the leased asset is
measured at an amount equal to the lower of its fair value and the present value of the minimum
R
E lease payments. Subsequent to initial recognition, the asset is accounted for in accordance with
P the accounting policy applicable to that asset.
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(e) Leased assets (continued)
(i) Finance lease (continued)
Minimum lease payments made under finance leases are apportioned between the finance expense
and the reduction of the outstanding liability. The finance expense is allocated to each period during
the lease term so as to produce a constant periodic rate of interest on the remaining balance of the
liability. Contingent lease payments are accounted for by revising the minimum lease payments
over the remaining term of the lease when the lease adjustment is confirmed.
Leasehold land which in substance is a finance lease is classified as property, plant and equipment.
(ii) Operating lease
Leases, where the Group or the Company does not assume substantially all the risks and rewards
of the ownership are classified as operating leases and, except for property interest held under
operating lease, the leased assets are not recognised in the statement of financial position.
Payments made under operating leases are recognised in profit or loss on straight-line basis over
the term of the lease. Lease incentives received are recognised in profit or loss as an integral part
of the total lease expense, over the term of the lease. Contingent rentals are charged to profit or
loss in the reporting period in which they are incurred.
Leasehold land which in substance is an operating lease is classified as prepaid lease payments.
(f) Intangible assets
(i) Goodwill
Goodwill arises on business combinations is measured at cost less any accumulated impairment
losses. In respect of equity-accounted associates and joint ventures, the carrying amount of
goodwill is included in the carrying amount of the investment and an impairment loss on such an
investment is not allocated to any asset, including goodwill, that forms part of the carrying amount K
of the equity-accounted associates and joint ventures. N
M
(ii) Other intangible assets G

R
O
Intangible assets, other than goodwill, that are acquired by the Group, which have finite and indefinite U
useful lives, are measured at cost less any accumulated amortisation and any accumulated P
impairment losses. B
E
The fair value of technology and marketing related intangible assets acquired in a business R
H
combination is based on the discounted estimated royalty payments that have been avoided as a A
result of the intangible assets being owned. The fair value of customer related intangible assets D
acquired in a business combination is determined using the multi-period excess earnings method, A
whereby the subject assets is valued after deducting a fair return on all other assets that are part N
of creating the related cash flows. N
U
A
(iii) Subsequent expenditure L
R
Subsequent expenditure is capitalised only when it increases the future economic benefits E
embodied in the specific asset to which it relates. All other expenditure, including expenditure on P
O
internally generated goodwill and brands, is recognised in profit or loss as incurred. R
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(f) Intangible assets (continued)
(iv) Amortisation
Goodwill and intangible assets with indefinite useful lives are not amortised but are tested for
impairment annually and whenever there is an indication that they may be impaired.
Other intangible assets are amortised from the date that they are available for use. Amortisation
is based on the cost of an asset less its residual value. Amortisation is recognised in profit or loss
on a straight-line basis over the estimated useful lives of intangible assets.
The estimated useful lives for the current and comparative periods are as follows:
• Technology related intangible asset 5 - 15 years

• Customer and marketing related intangible asset 1 - 20 years
Amortisation methods, useful lives and residual values are reviewed at the end of each reporting
period and adjusted, if appropriate.
(g) Other investments
Other investments are stated at cost less impairment loss, if any, in accordance to Note 2(c).
(h) Inventories
Inventories are measured at the lower of cost and net realisable value.
The cost of inventories is determined on a first-in first-out principle, and includes expenditure incurred
in acquiring the inventories, production or conversion costs and other costs incurred in bringing them to
their existing location and condition. In the case of work-in-progress and finished goods, cost includes
an appropriate share of production overheads based on normal operating capacity.
K
N Net realisable value is the estimated selling price in the ordinary course of business, less the estimated
M costs of completion and the estimated costs necessary to make the sale.
G
R (i) Construction work-in-progress
O
U
P Construction work-in-progress represents the gross unbilled amount expected to be collected from
customers for contract work performed to date. It is measured at cost plus profit recognised to date less
B
E progress billing and recognised losses. Cost includes all expenditure related directly to specific projects
R and an allocation of fixed and variable overheads incurred in the Group’s contract activities based on
H
A normal operating capacity.
D
Construction work-in-progress is presented as part of trade and other receivables as amount due from
A
N contract customers in the statement of financial position for all contracts in which costs incurred plus
N recognised profits exceed progress billings. If progress billings exceed costs incurred plus recognised
U
A profits, then the difference is presented as amount due to contract customers which is part of the deferred
L income in the statement of financial position.
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(j) Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents consist of cash on hand, balances and deposits with banks, financial
institutions and highly liquid investments which have an insignificant risk of change in fair value
with original maturities of three months or less, and are used by the Group and the Company in the
management of their short term commitments. For the purpose of the statement of cash flows, cash
and cash equivalents are presented net of bank overdrafts and pledged deposits.
(k) Impairment
(i) Financial assets
All financial assets (except for financial assets categorised as fair value through profit or loss,
investments in subsidiaries and investment in associates and joint ventures) are assessed at
each reporting date whether there is any objective evidence of impairment as a result of one or
more events having an impact on the estimated future cash flows of the asset. Losses expected
as a result of future events, no matter how likely, are not recognised. For an investment in an
equity instrument, a significant or prolonged decline in the fair value below its cost is an objective
evidence of impairment. If any such objective evidence exists, then the impairment loss of the
financial asset is estimated.
An impairment loss in respect of loans and receivables is recognised in profit or loss and is
measured as the difference between the asset’s carrying amount and the present value of estimated
future cash flows discounted at the asset’s original effective interest rate. The carrying amount of
the asset is reduced through the use of an allowance account.
An impairment loss in respect of available-for-sale financial assets is recognised in profit or loss and
is measured as the difference between the asset’s acquisition cost (net of any principal repayment
and amortisation) and the asset’s current fair value, less any impairment loss previously recognised.
Where a decline in the fair value of an available-for-sale financial asset has been recognised in
other comprehensive income, the cumulative loss in other comprehensive income is reclassified
from equity to profit or loss. K
N
An impairment loss in respect of unquoted equity instrument that is carried at cost is recognised M
in profit or loss and is measured as the difference between the financial asset’s carrying amount G
and the present value of estimated future cash flows discounted at the current market rate of R
O
return for a similar financial asset. U
P
Impairment losses recognised in profit or loss for an investment in an equity instrument classified
B
as available-for-sale is not reversed through profit or loss. E
R
H
If, in a subsequent period, the fair value of a debt instrument increases and the increase can be A
objectively related to an event occurring after the impairment loss was recognised in profit or loss, D
the impairment loss is reversed, to the extent that the asset’s carrying amount does not exceed
A
what the carrying amount would have been had the impairment not been recognised at the date N
the impairment is reversed. The amount of the reversal is recognised in profit or loss. N
U
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(k) Impairment (continued)
(ii) Other assets
The carrying amounts of other assets (except for inventories, amount due from contract customers,
and deferred tax assets) are reviewed at the end of each reporting period to determine whether
there is any indication of impairment. If any such indication exists, then the asset’s recoverable
amount is estimated. For goodwill and intangible assets that have indefinite useful lives or that
are not yet available for use, the recoverable amount is estimated each period at the same time.
For the purpose of impairment testing, assets are grouped together into the smallest group of
assets that generates cash inflows from continuing use that are largely independent of the cash
inflows of other assets or cash-generating units. Subject to an operating segment ceiling test, for
the purpose of goodwill impairment testing, cash-generating units to which goodwill has been
allocated are aggregated so that the level at which impairment testing is performed reflects the
lowest level at which goodwill is monitored for internal reporting purposes. The goodwill acquired
in a business combination, for the purpose of impairment testing, is allocated to a cash-generating
unit or a group of cash-generating units that are expected to benefit from the synergies of the
combination.
The recoverable amount of an asset or cash-generating unit is the greater of its value in use and
its fair value less costs of disposal. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows
are discounted to their present value using a pre-tax discount rate that reflects current market
assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the asset or cash-generating
unit.
An impairment loss is recognised if the carrying amount of an asset or its related cash-generating
unit exceeds its estimated recoverable amount.
Impairment losses are recognised in profit or loss. Impairment losses recognised in respect of
cash-generating units are allocated first to reduce the carrying amount of any goodwill allocated to
K the cash-generating unit (group of cash-generating units) and then to reduce the carrying amounts
N of the other assets in the cash-generating unit (groups of cash-generating units) on a pro rata
M basis.
G
R An impairment loss in respect of goodwill is not reversed. In respect of other assets, impairment
O
U losses recognised in prior periods are assessed at the end of each reporting period for any
P indications that the loss has decreased or no longer exists. An impairment loss is reversed if
there has been a change in the estimates used to determine the recoverable amount since the last
B
E impairment loss was recognised. An impairment loss is reversed only to the extent that the asset’s
R carrying amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined, net of
H
A depreciation or amortisation, if no impairment loss had been recognised. Reversals of impairment
D losses are credited to profit or loss in the financial year in which the reversals are recognised.
A
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(l) Equity instruments
Instruments classified as equity are measured at cost on initial recognition and are not remeasured
subsequently.
(i) Issue expenses
Costs directly attributable to the issue of instruments classified as equity are recognised as a
deduction from equity.
(ii) Ordinary shares
Ordinary shares are classified as equity.
(iii) Repurchase, disposal and reissue of share capital (treasury shares)
When share capital recognised as equity is repurchased, the amount of the consideration paid,
including directly attributable costs, net of any tax effects, is recognised as a deduction from
equity. Repurchased shares that are not subsequently cancelled are classified as treasury shares
in the statement of changes in equity.
Where treasury shares are sold or reissued subsequently, the difference between the sales
consideration net of directly attributable costs and the carrying amount of the treasury shares is
recognised in equity.
(iv) Warrant reserves
The proceeds from the Rights Issue with Warrants is allocated to both Rights Share and Warrants
using a reasonable and appropriate method of allocation.
The Warrants issued are recognised in the statements of financial position as “Warrant Reserve”
at fair value as at the date of issuance and credited to “Warrant Reserve” account which is non-
distributable. The “Warrant Reserve” will be transferred to “Share Capital” account upon the exercise K
of Warrants. The “Warrant Reserve” in relation to the unexercised Warrants will be transferred to N
M
“Share Capital” account upon expiry of the exercise period of the Warrants.
G
R
(m) Employee benefits O
U
(i) Short-term employee benefits P
B
Short-term employee benefit obligations in respect of salaries, annual bonuses, paid annual leave E
and sick leave are measured on an undiscounted basis and are expensed as the related service R
H
is provided. A
D
A liability is recognised for the amount expected to be paid under short-term cash bonus if the A
Group or the Company has a present legal or constructive obligation to pay this amount as a result N
of past service provided by the employee and the obligation can be estimated reliably. N
U
A
(ii) State plans L
R
The Group or the Company’s contributions to statutory pension funds are charged to profit or loss E
in the financial year to which they relate. Prepaid contributions are recognised as an asset to the P
O
extent that a cash refund or a reduction in future payment is available. R
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(m) Employee benefits (continued)
(iii) Defined benefit plans
The Group’s net obligation in respect of defined benefit plans is calculated separately for each
plan by estimating the amount of future benefit that employees have earned in the current and
prior periods, discounting that amount and deducting the fair value of any plan assets.
The calculation of defined benefit obligations is performed annually by a qualified actuary using
the projected unit credit method. When the calculation results in a potential asset for the Group,
the recognised asset is limited to the present value of economic benefits available in the form of
any future refunds from the plan or reductions in future contributions to the plan. To calculate the
present value of economic benefits, consideration is given to any applicable minimum funding
requirements.
Remeasurements of the net defined benefit liability, which comprise actuarial gains and losses,
the return on plan assets (excluding interest) and the effect of the asset ceiling (if any, excluding
interest), are recognised immediately in other comprehensive income. The Group determines
the net interest expense or income on the net defined liability or asset for the period by applying
the discount rate used to measure the defined benefit obligation at the beginning of the annual
period to the then net defined benefit liability or asset, taking into account any changes in the net
defined benefit liability or asset during the period as a result of contributions and benefit payments.
Previously, the Group determined interest income on plan assets based on their long-term rate of
expected return.
Net interest expense and other expenses relating to defined benefit plans are recognised in profit
or loss.
When the benefits of a plan are changed or when a plan is curtailed, the resulting change in benefit
that relates to past service or the gain or loss on curtailment is recognised immediately in profit
or loss. The Group recognises gains and losses on the settlement of a defined benefit plan when
the settlement occurs.
K
N (iv) Long service leave
M
G The Group’s net obligation in respect of long-term employee benefits is the amount of future benefit
R
O that employees have earned in return for their service in the current and prior periods. The long-
U term employee benefits have been measured at the present value of the future cash outflows to
P be made for those benefits.
B
E (v) Share-based payment transactions
R
H
A The grant date fair value of share-based payment granted to employees is recognised as an
D employee expense, with a corresponding increase in equity, over the period that the employees
A unconditionally become entitled to the awards. The amount recognised as an expense is adjusted
N to reflect the number of awards for which the related service and non-market vesting conditions
N are expected to be met, such that the amount ultimately recognised as an expense is based on
U
A the number of awards that meet the related service and non-market performance conditions at
L the vesting date.
R
E For share-based payment awards with non-vesting conditions, the grant date fair value of the
P share-based payment is measured to reflect such conditions and there is no true-up for differences
O
R between expected and actual outcomes.
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(m) Employee benefits (continued)
(v) Share-based payment transactions (continued)
The fair value of the employee share options is measured using the Trinomial Option Pricing Model.
Measurement inputs include share price on measurement date, exercise price of the instrument,
expected volatility (based on weighted average historic volatility adjusted for changes expected
due to publicly available information), weighted average expected life of the instruments (based
on historical experience and general option holder behaviour), expected dividends, and the risk-
free interest rate (based on government bonds). Service and non-market performance conditions
attached to the transactions are not taken into account in determining fair value.
(n) Provisions
A provision is recognised if, as a result of a past event, the Group has a present legal or constructive
obligation that can be estimated reliably, and it is probable that an outflow of economic benefits will
be required to settle the obligation. Provisions are determined by discounting the expected future cash
flows at a pre-tax rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks
specific to the liability. The unwinding of the discount is recognised as finance cost.
(o) Revenue and other income
(i) Construction contracts
Contract revenue includes the initial amount agreed in the contract plus any variations in contract
work, claims and incentive payments, to the extent that it is probable that they will result in revenue
and can be measured reliably. As soon as the outcome of a construction contract can be estimated
reliably, contract revenue and contract cost are recognised in profit or loss in proportion to the
stage of completion of the contract. Contract expenses are recognised as incurred unless they
create an asset related to future contract activity.
The stage of completion is assessed by reference to surveys of work performed/completion of a

physical proportion of contract work. K
N
M
When the outcome of a construction contract cannot be estimated reliably, contract revenue
is recognised only to the extent of contract costs incurred that are likely to be recoverable. An G
R
expected loss on a contract is recognised immediately in profit or loss. O
U
(ii) Dividend income P
B
Dividend income is recognised in profit or loss on the date that the Group’s or the Company’s right E
to receive payment is established, which in the case of quoted securities is the ex-dividend date. R
H
A
(iii) Sale of goods D
A
Revenue from the sale of goods in the course of ordinary activities is measured at fair value of the N
consideration received or receivable, net of returns and allowances, trade discounts and volume N
U
rebates. Revenue is recognised when persuasive evidence exists, usually in the form of an executed A
sales agreement, that the significant risks and rewards of ownership have been transferred to the L
customer, recovery of the consideration is probable, the associated costs and possible return of
R
goods can be estimated reliably, there is no continuing management involvement with the goods, E
and the amount of revenue can be measured reliably. If it is probable that discounts will be granted P
O
and the amount can be measured reliably, then the discount is recognised as a reduction of revenue R
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(o) Revenue and other income (continued)
(iv) Management fee
Management fee is recognised on an accrual basis.
(v) Services
Revenue from services rendered is recognised in profit or loss in proportion to the stage of
completion of the transaction at the end of the reporting period. The stage of completion is
assessed by reference to surveys of work performed.
(vi) Interest income
Interest income is recognised as it accrues using the effective interest method in profit or loss
except for interest income arising from temporary investment of borrowings taken specifically
for the purpose of obtaining a qualifying asset which is accounted for in accordance with the
accounting policy on borrowing costs.
(p) Borrowing costs
Borrowing costs that are not directly attributable to the acquisition, construction or production of a
qualifying asset are recognised in profit or loss using the effective interest method.
Borrowing costs directly attributable to the acquisition, construction or production of qualifying assets,
which are assets that necessarily take a substantial period of time to get ready for their intended use or
sale, are capitalised as part of the cost of those assets.
The capitalisation of borrowing costs as part of the cost of a qualifying asset commences when
expenditure for the asset is being incurred, borrowing costs are being incurred and activities that are
necessary to prepare the asset for its intended use or sale are in progress. Capitalisation of borrowing
K costs is suspended or ceases when substantially all the activities necessary to prepare the qualifying
N asset for its intended use or sale are interrupted or completed.
M
G (q) Income tax

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O
U Income tax expense comprises current and deferred tax. Current tax and deferred tax are recognised in
P profit or loss except to the extent that it relates to a business combination or items recognised directly
in equity or other comprehensive income.
B
E
R Current tax is the expected tax payable or receivable on the taxable income or loss for the year, using
H
A tax rates enacted or substantively enacted by the end of the reporting period, and any adjustment to tax
D payable in respect of previous financial years.
A
N Deferred tax is recognised using the liability method, providing for temporary differences between the
N carrying amounts of assets and liabilities in the statement of financial position and their tax bases.
U
A Deferred tax is not recognised for the following temporary differences: the initial recognition of goodwill,
L the initial recognition of assets or liabilities in a transaction that is not a business combination and that
affects neither accounting nor taxable profit or loss. Deferred tax is measured at the tax rates that are
R
E expected to be applied to the temporary differences when they reverse, based on the laws that have
P been enacted or substantively enacted by the end of the reporting period.
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(q) Income tax (continued)
The amount of deferred tax recognised is measured based on the expected manner of realisation or
settlement of the carrying amount of the assets and liabilities, using tax rates enacted or substantively
enacted at the reporting date. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are not discounted.
Deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset if there is a legally enforceable right to offset current tax
liabilities and assets, and they relate to income taxes levied by the same tax authority on the same
taxable entity, or on different tax entities, but they intend to settle current tax assets and liabilities on a
net basis or their tax assets and liabilities will be realised simultaneously.
A deferred tax asset is recognised to the extent that it is probable that future taxable profits will be
available against which the temporary difference can be utilised. Deferred tax assets are reviewed at the
end of each reporting period and are reduced to the extent that it is no longer probable that the related
tax benefit will be realised.
Unutilised reinvestment allowance and investment tax allowance, being tax incentive that is not a tax
base of an asset, is recognised as a deferred tax asset to the extent that it is probable that the future
taxable profits will be available against which the unutilised tax incentive can be utilised.
(r) Earnings per ordinary share
The Group presents basic and diluted earnings per share data for its ordinary shares (“EPS”).
Basic EPS is calculated by dividing the profit or loss attributable to ordinary shareholders of the Company
by the weighted average number of ordinary shares outstanding during the period, adjusted for own
shares held.
Diluted EPS is determined by adjusting the profit or loss attributable to ordinary shareholders and the
weighted average number of ordinary shares outstanding, adjusted for own shares held, for the effects
of all dilutive potential ordinary shares, which comprise warrants issued by the Company and share
options granted to employees. K
N
(s) Operating segments M
G
An operating segment is a component of the Group that engages in business activities from which it R
O
may earn revenues and incur expenses, including revenues and expenses that relate to transactions U
with any of the Group’s other components. Operating segment results are reviewed regularly by the P
chief operating decision maker, which in this case is the Chief Executive Officer of the Group, to make
B
decisions about resources to be allocated to the segment and to assess its performance, and for which E
discrete financial information is available. R
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A
(t) Contingencies D
A
(i) Contingent liabilities N
N
U
Where it is not probable that an outflow of economic benefits will be required, or the amount cannot A
be estimated reliably, the obligation is not recognised in the statements of financial position and is L
disclosed as a contingent liability, unless the probability of outflow of economic benefits is remote.
R
Possible obligations, whose existence will only be confirmed by the occurrence or non-occurrence E
of one or more future events, are also disclosed as contingent liabilities unless the probability of P
O
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(t) Contingencies (continued)
(i) Contingent liabilities (continued)
Where the Company enters into financial guarantee contracts to guarantee the indebtedness of
other companies within its group, the Company considers these to be insurance arrangements,
and accounts for them as such. In this respect, the Company treats the guarantee contract as a
contingent liability until such time as it becomes probable that the Company will be required to
make a payment under the guarantee.
(ii) Contingent assets
When an inflow of economic benefit of an asset is probable where it arises from past events
and where existence will be confirmed only by the occurrence or non-occurrence of one or more
uncertain future events not wholly within the control of the entity, the asset is not recognised in
the statements of financial position but is being disclosed as a contingent asset. When the inflow
of economic benefit is virtually certain, then the related asset is recognised.
(u) Fair value measurements
Fair value of an asset or a liability, except for share-based payment and lease transactions, is determined
as the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction
between market participants at the measurement date. The measurement assumes that the transaction
to sell the asset or transfer the liability takes place either in the principal market or in the absence of a
principal market, in the most advantageous market.
For non-financial asset, the fair value measurement takes into account a market participant’s ability
to generate economic benefits by using the asset in its highest and best use or by selling it to another
market participant that would use the asset in its highest and best use.
When measuring the fair value of an asset or a liability, the Group uses observable market data as far
K as possible. Fair value are categorised into different levels in a fair value hierarchy based on the input
N used in the valuation technique as follows:
M
G Level 1: quoted price (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities that the Group
R can access at the measurement date.
O
U Level 2: inputs other than quoted prices included within Level 1 that are observable for the asset or
P liability, either directly or indirectly.
Level 3: unobservable inputs for the asset or liability.
B
E
R The Group recognises transfers between levels of the fair value hierarchy as of the date of the event or
H
A change in circumstances that caused the transfers.
D
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3. Property, plant and equipment
Furniture, Capital
Building Plant and Motor fittings and work-in-
Group Note Land Buildings improvements machineries vehicles equipment progress Total
RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
Cost/Valuation
At 1 January 2016 334,199 391,596 5,213 608,944 15,772 106,495 116,781 1,579,000
Additions 8 263 5,753 15,536 3,531 5,197 78,546 108,834
Disposals – – – (7,095) (1,234) (473) – (8,802)
Reclassification – (29,629) – 8,049 – – 21,580 –
Write offs – (1,235) – – (746) (8) (1,511) (3,500)
Acquisition of subsidiaries 32 7,697 – 24 – – 52 330,452 338,225
Effect of movements in
exchange rates (20,412) 12,138 318 8,586 363 11,357 (5,553) 6,797

1 January 2017 321,492 373,133 11,308 634,020 17,686 122,620 540,295 2,020,554
Additions 567 4,848 219 9,554 2,044 7,370 69,006 93,608
Disposals (6,076) – (349) (1,970) (872) (485) – (9,752)
Reclassification – 303,947 – 23,555 – – (327,502) –
Write offs – – – – – (8) (1,065) (1,073)
exchange rates 2,615 (14,854) (147) (21,791) (563) (1,530) (13,078) (49,348)
At 31 December 2017 318,598 667,074 11,031 643,368 18,295 127,967 267,656 2,053,989
K
N
M
G
R
O
U
P
B
E
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3. Property, plant and equipment (continued)
Furniture, Capital
Building Plant and Motor fittings and work-in-
Group Note Land Buildings improvements machineries vehicles equipment progress Total
Depreciation and
impairment loss
At 1 January 2016
Accumulated depreciation 546 18,020 432 410,075 12,812 81,192 – 523,077
Accumulated impairment loss 4,353 – – 1,958 – – – 6,311
4,899 18,020 432 412,033 12,812 81,192 – 529,388

Depreciation for the year 286 14,658 774 37,228 1,129 7,677 – 61,752
Disposals – – – (823) (1,234) (271) – (2,328)
Write offs – (1,619) – – (688) (8) – (2,315)
Impairment loss 3.6 – 11,347 – – – – – 11,347
exchange rates (6) 38 152 9,033 359 8,317 – 17,893
1 January 2017
Accumulated depreciation 826 31,097 1,358 455,513 12,378 96,907 – 598,079
Accumulated impairment loss 4,353 11,347 – 1,958 – – – 17,658

5,179 42,444 1,358 457,471 12,378 96,907 – 615,737
Depreciation for the year 292 21,090 966 39,285 1,541 7,534 – 70,708
Disposals – – – (1,953) (303) (303) – (2,559)
Write offs – – – – – (8) – (8)
exchange rates 55 (3,278) (43) (18,854) (399) (1,127) – (23,646)
At 31 December 2017
Accumulated depreciation 1,173 48,909 2,281 473,991 13,217 103,003 – 642,574
K
Accumulated impairment loss 4,353 11,347 – 1,958 – – – 17,658
N
M 5,526 60,256 2,281 475,949 13,217 103,003 – 660,232
G
R
O Carrying amounts
U
P At 1 January 2016 329,300 373,576 4,781 196,911 2,960 25,303 116,781 1,049,612
B
E
R At 31 December 2016/
H 1 January 2017 316,313 330,689 9,950 176,549 5,308 25,713 540,295 1,404,817
A
D

A
N At 31 December 2017 313,072 606,818 8,750 167,419 5,078 24,964 267,656 1,393,757
N
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3.1 Depreciation charge for the year is allocated as follows:
Group
Note 2017 2016
RM’000 RM’000

Construction work-in-progress 11.1 62,825 54,895
Profit or loss 21 7,883 6,857
70,708 61,752
3.2 Revaluation
Freehold land, leasehold land and buildings are stated at Directors’ valuation based on professional
valuations on the open market basis conducted in December 2014 by chartered surveyors in W.M. Malik
& Kamaruzaman, Jiangsu Zhongda Real Estate Appraisal & Consultation Co., Ltd., PT Duta Perkasa
Propertindo, Cluttons LLC, Suncorp Valuations Ltd., Gabetti Property Solutions Franchising Agency and
PWC AG WPG.
Had the freehold land, leasehold land and buildings been carried at historical cost less accumulated
depreciation and impairment losses, the carrying amount of the freehold land, leasehold land and buildings
that would have been included in the financial statements at the end of the year would be as follows:
Group
2017 2016
RM’000 RM’000

Freehold land 156,069 156,486
Leasehold land 6,146 6,264
Buildings 646,118 367,816
808,333 530,566
K
N
M
3.3 Security
G
R
Certain freehold land, leasehold land and buildings of the Group costing/valued at RM468,991,000 (2016: O
RM316,252,000) in subsidiaries are charged to certain financial institutions as security for credit facilities U
P
granted to the subsidiaries (Note 15).
B
3.4 Assets acquired under finance lease E
R
H
The carrying amounts of property, plant and equipment acquired under finance lease purchase agreements A
are as follows: D
A
Group N
2017 2016 N
U
RM’000 RM’000 A
L
Freehold land 5,489 5,342 R
Building 11,097 11,526 E
Plant and machineries 41,190 40,561 P
O
Motor vehicles 1,615 3,491 R
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59,391 60,920
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3.5 Capital work-in-progress

Included in carrying amounts of capital work-in-progress are costs of self-constructed assets of
RM202,991,000 (2016: RM484,114,000).
3.6 Impairment
In prior year, an impairment loss of RM11,347,000 was made after having assessed that the building’s
carrying amount would exceed its recoverable amount, determined based on fair value less costs of
disposal in accordance with Note 2(k). No reversal of impairment were recognised, as the management
has not identified any indications that the impairment loss had decreased or no longer exists.
4. Intangible assets
Other
intangible
Note Goodwill assets Total
Group RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
Cost
At 1 January 2016 860,134 856,214 1,716,348
Acquisition of subsidiaries 32 31,170 – 31,170
Additions – 2,050 2,050
Effect of movements in exchange rates 5,992 5,985 11,977
At 31 December 2016/1 January 2017 897,296 864,249 1,761,545

Additions – 491 491
Effect of movements in exchange rates 23,806 23,832 47,638
At 31 December 2017 921,102 888,572 1,809,674
K
N
M Amortisation and impairment loss
At 1 January 2016
G Accumulated amortisation – (316,605) (316,605)
R
O Accumulated impairment loss (2,794) – (2,794)
U
P (2,794) (316,605) (319,399)
B Amortisation for the year – (32,491) (32,491)
E Effect of movements in exchange rates – (3,082) (3,082)
R
H At 31 December 2016/1 January 2017
A Accumulated amortisation – (352,178) (352,178)
D Accumulated impairment loss (2,794) – (2,794)
A
N (2,794) (352,178) (354,972)
N Amortisation for the year – (30,167) (30,167)
U
A Effect of movements in exchange rates – (9,725) (9,725)
L At 31 December 2017
R Accumulated amortisation – (392,070) (394,864)
E Accumulated impairment loss – – –
P
O
R (2,794) (392,070) (394,864)
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4. Intangible assets (continued)
Other
intangible
Note Goodwill assets Total
Carrying amounts
At 1 January 2016 857,340 539,609 1,396,949
At 31 December 2016/1 January 2017 894,502 512,071 1,406,573
At 31 December 2017 918,308 496,502 1,414,810
Note 4.1 Note 4.2
4.1 Goodwill
The goodwill recognised on acquisition is attributable mainly to the skills and technical talent of the
acquired business’s work force and the synergies expected to be achieved from integrating the companies
into the Group’s existing oil, gas, petrochemical and renewable energy industry.
4.2 Other intangible assets
Other intangible assets comprise technology including patents and software, customers related
intangibles including customer contracts and supply agreement and marketing related intangibles
including tradenames. The intangible assets with finite useful lives are amortised over their useful lives
ranging from 1 to 20 years while those with infinite useful lives are tested for impairment annually or
shorter if there is an indication of impairment.
4.3 Amortisation and impairment charge
Amortisation of technology and customers related intangible assets is included as other operating K
expenses in profit or loss. N
M
4.4 Impairment testing for cash-generating units containing goodwill G

R
O
For the purpose of impairment testing, goodwill is allocated to the Group’s geographical unit which U
represents the lowest level within the Group at which the goodwill is monitored for internal management P
purpose. B
E
The aggregate carrying amounts of goodwill allocated to each unit are as follows: R
H
A
Group D
2017 2016 A
RM’000 RM’000 N
N
U
Germany unit 887,138 863,332 A
Thailand unit 31,170 31,170 L
R
918,308 894,502 E
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4. Intangible assets (continued)
4.4 Impairment testing for cash-generating units containing goodwill (continued)
Germany unit
The recoverable amounts of the cash-generating units (“CGU”) were based on fair value less costs of
disposal calculations. These calculations use after-tax cash flow projections based on financial budgets
approved by management covering a five-year detailed planning period and a five-year gross planning
period. The estimated EBITDA margin used for the five-year period is 14% (2016: 17%).
Fair value less costs of disposal was determined by discounting the future cash flows generated from
the continuing use of the unit and was based on the following key assumptions:
(i) The basis of determination of the budgeted EBITDA margin is based on the estimated achievable
margin of on-going projects and the estimated margins of new projects to be secured for the
budgeted years.
(ii) The after-tax discount rate used is 7.93% (2016: 8.24%).
The values assigned to the key assumptions represent management’s assessment of future trends in
the industry and are based on both external and internal sources (historical data).
The estimates are particulary sensitive in the following areas:-
• An increase of 1.36% (2016: 1.36%) in the discount rate used would result in an impairment loss
of RM121.9 million (2016: RM100.9 million).
• A decrease of 2.00% (2016: 2.00%) in the EBITDA margin used would result in an impairment loss
of RM28.6 million (2016: Nil).
Thailand unit
For purpose of impairment testing, the CGU identified at the lowest level within the Group is the bio-ethanol
K division/plant in Thailand. The recoverable amount was based on value in use calculations, determined
N
M by discounting future cash flows to be generated from the continuing use of the plant based on financial
budgets approved by the Board.
G
R
O The key assumptions used in the preparation of cash flows projection include:
U
P
(i) The forecasted sales are based on secured orders for sale of bio-ethanol.
B
E
R (ii) Projected gross margin reflects average historical gross margin adjusted for industry and economic
H conditions and internal source efficiency.
A
D
(iii) The pre-tax discount rate used is 8.91%; and the terminal growth rate is 2.60%.
A
N
N The estimated recoverable amount of the plant exceeded the CGU’s carrying amount. The Directors have
U not identified any key assumptions that are particularly sensitive and could cause the carrying amounts
A to exceed the recoverable amount as a result of any adverse change in the key assumptions.
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5. Interests in subsidiaries
Company
2017 2016
RM’000 RM’000

Unquoted shares - at cost 1,658,891 1,660,191
Less: Impairment loss – (100)
Amount due from subsidiaries 395,723 148,531
2,054,614 1,808,622
The amount due from subsidiaries relates to advances which are unsecured, non-repayable and interest free
except for RM329,873,000 (2016: Nil) due from a subsidiary which is subject to interest at rate of 6.25% (2016:
Nil) per annum. The entire non-repayable advances are recognised as the Company’s interest in subsidiaries.
Details of the subsidiaries are shown in Note 31 to the financial statements.
Non-controlling interests in subsidiaries
The Group’s subsidiaries that have non-controlling interests are not material to the Group.
6. Investments in associates
Group
2017 2016
RM’000 RM’000
Unquoted shares - at cost 40 40

Share of post-acquisition reserve (19) (18)
21 22
K
N
M
Details of the associates are as follows:
G
R
Principal place Effective O
of business/ ownership U
Country of interest and P
Name of Company Principal activities incorporation voting interest B
2017 2016 E
% % R
H
A
Dimensi Bumijaya Dormant Malaysia 40 40 D
Sdn. Bhd.** A
N
Konsortium AHHK Dormant Malaysia 29 29 N
U
Sdn. Bhd. ^ A
L
Impress Farming Co., Plantation and distributor Thailand 49 49 R
Ltd. ^ of cassava E
P
O
** Audited by another firm of accountants. R
^ Equity-accounted using management accounts as at 31 December 2017. T
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7. Investments in joint ventures
Group Company
2017 2016 2017 2016
RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000

Unquoted shares - at cost 5,540 5,044 40 40
Share of post acquisition reserve 1,221 (2,442) – –
Additions – 400 – –
Effect of movements in exchange rates (1,282) 96 – –
5,479 3,098 40 40

Details of the joint ventures are as follows:
Principal place Effective

of business/ ownership
Country of interest and
Name of Company Principal activities incorporation voting interest
2017 2016
% %
Petrosab Petroleum Investment holdings Malaysia 40 40

Sdn. Bhd. **

CNI Engineering & Engineering, procurement, Malaysia 70 70
Construction Malaysia construction, service fabrication
Sdn. Bhd. and maintenance works for
mechanical, electrical and
erection related to oil and gas,
power, petrochemical and
renewable energy industries
Hansol KNM Greentech Engineering, Procurement, Malaysia 40 40

K
N Sdn. Bhd.** Construction, Commissioning
M (“EPCC”) contractor

G
R KHH Infrastructures Provision of all kinds of Malaysia 50 50
O Sdn. Bhd.** infrastructure, civil engineering,
U building and construction, project
P
development, roadwork, sanitary
B facilities and utilities, engineering
E works and consultancy
R
H services for all industries
A
D Subsidiary of Petrosab Petroleum Sdn. Bhd.
A
N Petrosab Petroleum Operate the business of Malaysia 52 52
N Engineering Sdn. Bhd. ** providing services relating to the
U
A arrangement of design,
L engineering, procurement,
R construction testing and other
E kinds of services relating to oil,
P gas, petrochemical, minerals,
O
R biofuel and energy industries
T
** Audited by another firm of accountants.
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7. Investments in joint ventures (continued)
CNI Engineering & Construction Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. (“CNI”)
The Group owns 70% of shareholdings in CNI Engineering & Construction Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. (“CNI”) and the
remaining 30% voting rights are held by a third party.
Notwithstanding that the Group having majority voting rights, there are substantive rights conferred to the
third party pursuant to the shareholders agreement. These rights, if exercised, could prevent the Group from
having practical ability to unilaterally direct the relevant activities of CNI.
Pursuant to the shareholders agreement, the Group does not have full control over CNI in the context of MFRS
10 but has joint control in CNI. Accordingly, CNI has been classified as a joint venture of the Group in accordance
with MFRS 11. This resulted in CNI being equity-accounted instead of consolidated.
The following table summarises the financial information of the Group’s interest in the entities, which is
accounted for using the equity method.
Group
2017 2016
RM’000 RM’000
As at 31 December
Group’s share of net assets/Carrying amount in the
statement of financial position 5,479 3,098
Group’s share of results for the year ended 31 December

Group’s share of profit for the year 2,301 1,140
Group’s share of other comprehensive income 1,362 107
Group’s share of total comprehensive income 3,663 1,247
K
Contingent liability N
Share of joint ventures’ contingent liability incurred jointly M
with other investor: G
- Secured guaranteed bank facilities and unsecured R
O
performance obligation of joint ventures 62,115 67,339 U
P
B
E
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8. Other investments
Club
Unquoted Member-
Shares ship Total
2017
Non-current
Available-for-sale financial asset 7,320 70 7,390
Less: Impairment loss (1,913) (10) (1,923)
5,407 60 5,467
2016
Non-current
Available-for-sale financial asset 2,327 70 2,397
Less: Impairment loss (1,862) (10) (1,872)
465 60 525
Impairment losses are recognised as the carrying amounts of these investments exceeded their estimated
recoverable amounts, which were determined based on the projection of income and other future cashflows.
9. Deferred tax assets/(liabilities)
Recognised deferred tax assets/(liabilities)
Deferred tax assets and liabilities are attributable to the following:
Assets Liabilities Net

K 2017 2016 2017 2016 2017 2016
N Group RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
M
G Property, plant
R
O and equipment 4,556 4,133 (21,369) (21,189) (16,813) (17,056)
U Revaluation* 13,798 13,428 (213,107) (214,484) (199,309) (201,056)
P Provisions 9,241 8,024 – – 9,241 8,024
B Other items 17,270 21,882 (4,168) (725) 13,102 21,157
E Tax loss carry-
R forward and unutilised
H
A capital allowances 345,735 345,735 – – 345,735 345,735
D
Tax assets/(liabilities) 390,600 393,202 (238,644) (236,398) 151,956 156,804
A
N Set off of tax (46,357) (45,344) 46,357 45,344 – –
N
U Net tax assets/(liabilities) 344,243 347,858 (192,287) (191,054) 151,956 156,804
A
L
R
E * Includes deferred tax arising from revaluation of property, plant and equipment and fair value adjustment
P in purchase price allocation exercise.
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9. Deferred tax assets/(liabilities) (continued)

Key sources of estimation uncertainty
The carrying value of deferred tax assets of the Group at 31 December 2017 is mainly attributed from the
recognised tax losses of a subsidiary. Based on the projected future taxable profits, the recognised tax losses
of that subsidiary is expected to be fully utilised.
Assumptions about the generation of future taxable profits are dependent on management’s projection of
future profitability of the entity concerned. These assumptions include the estimation of future contract
revenue that could be generated and the related contracts’ profit margins, timing as to when the contracts can
be secured including project financing and support of lenders to facilitate the timing of commencement of
projects, operating and administrative costs, capital expenditure, other capital management transactions and
non-amendments of income tax legislation. Actual results could be significantly different from the Directors’
estimate of future profitability since anticipated events may not occur as expected and the variation could be
material. These judgements and assumptions are subject to significant risks and uncertainties. Hence, there
is a possibility that changes in circumstances may impact the extent of the amount of deferred tax assets
recognised in the Group’s statement of financial position and statements of profit or loss.
Unrecognised deferred tax assets
No deferred tax has been recognised for the following items (stated at gross amounts):
Group
2017 2016
RM’000 RM’000

Tax loss carry-forward 222,611 159,715
Unutilised capital allowances 42,642 33,115
Other deductible temporary differences (20,849) (24,151)
244,404 168,679
K
The above items do not expire under current tax legislation except for tax loss carry-forward of RM1,000 (2016: N
RM6,000) which will expire should there be a substantial change in shareholders (more than 50%). M
G
Included in prior year’s tax loss carry-forward was an amount of RM5,279,000 that has expired during the R
O
financial year under the legislation of that country. U
P
Deferred tax assets have not been recognised in respect of the tax loss carry-forward and unutilised capital
B
allowances above because it is not probable that future taxable profit will be available against which the Group E
entities can utilise the benefits therefrom. R
H
A
D
A
N
N
U
A
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9. Deferred tax assets/(liabilities) (continued)
Movement in temporary differences during the year
Recognised Effect of Recognised Effect of

Recognised in profit movements At in profit movements
At in equity or loss in exchange 31.12.2016/ or loss in exchange At
1.1.2016 (Note 22) (Note 22) rates 1.1.2017 (Note 22) rates 31.12.2017
Group RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
Property, plant and equipment (17,399) – (343) 686 (17,056) 321 (78) (16,813)
Revaluation* (229,291) 1,904 16,035 10,296 (201,056) 6,934 (5,187) (199,309)
Provisions 9,222 – 1,198 (2,396) 8,024 915 302 9,241
Other items 18,477 – (2,680) 5,360 21,157 (8,094) 39 13,102
Tax loss carry-forward and
unutilised capital allowance 345,824 – 89 (178) 345,735 – – 345,735
126,833 1,904 14,299 13,768 156,804 76 (4,924) 151,956
* Includes deferred tax arising from revaluation of property, plant and equipment and fair value adjustment
in purchase price allocation exercise.
10. Inventories
Group
2017 2016
RM’000 RM’000
At cost:
Raw materials 15,582 14,094
Tools and consumables 44,435 36,066
K Work-in-progress 2,710 2,612
N Finished goods 15,700 –
M
G 78,427 52,772
R
O
U At net realisable value:
P Raw materials 20,613 20,040
Tools and consumables 1,830 920
B
E
R 100,870 73,732
H
A
D
A
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11. Trade and other receivables
Group Company
Note 2017 2016 2017 2016
RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
Trade
Trade receivables 353,798 439,138 – –
Amounts due from
- contract customers 11.1 387,123 404,013 – –
- subsidiaries 11.2 – – 9,908 8,625
- joint ventures 11.2 18,676 14,467 – –
759,597 857,618 9,908 8,625
Non-trade
Amounts due from
- subsidiaries 11.2 – – 203,845 189,379
- associates 11.2 – 1 – –
- joint ventures 11.2 7,678 8,549 4,102 4,101
Other receivables 11.3 38,505 48,497 135 640
Deposits 11.4 5,310 5,499 3 3
Prepayments 11.5 37,820 49,786 1,500 2,332
89,313 112,332 209,585 196,455
848,910 969,950 219,493 205,080
11.1 Construction work-in-progress
Group
Note 2017 2016 K
RM’000 RM’000 N
M
Aggregate costs incurred to date 6,708,178 7,160,177 G
Add: Net attributable profits 1,445,884 1,615,745 R
O
Less: Foreseeable losses – (289) U
P
8,154,062 8,775,633
B
Less: Progress billings (7,881,510) (8,492,003) E
R
272,552 283,630 H
A
D
A
Represented by: N
Amounts due from contract customers 387,123 404,013 N
Amounts due to contract customers 18 (114,571) (120,383) U
A
L
272,552 283,630
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11. Trade and other receivables (continued)
11.1 Construction work-in-progress (continued)
Additions to aggregate costs incurred during the year include:
Group
Note 2017 2016
RM’000 RM’000
Depreciation of property, plant and equipment 3.1 62,825 54,895

Hire of plant and machineries 8,131 10,429
Staff costs 277,101 325,043
11.2 Amounts due from subsidiaries, associates and joint ventures
The amounts due from subsidiaries are unsecured, interest free and repayable on demand except for
RM126,412,000 due from subsidiaries which were subject to interest of 6.25% per annum in prior year.
The amounts due from joint ventures and associates are unsecured, interest free and repayable on
demand except for RM9,757,000 (2016: RM5,979,000) due from joint ventures which are subject to
interest of 1.43% (2016: 1.52%) per annum.
In prior year, an amount due from a subsidiary of RM7,000,000 was capitalised as interest in subsidiary
via subscription of ordinary shares in the subsidiary.
11.3 Other receivables
Included in other receivables of the Group and of the Company are Goods and Services Tax (“GST”) and
Value Added Tax (“VAT”) receivable amounting to RM16,812,000 (2016: RM15,650,000) and RM55,000
(2016: RM242,000) respectively.
K 11.4 Deposits
N
M Included in deposits of the Group are rental deposit for a building of RM165,000 (2016: RM165,000) paid
G to a company in which certain directors have financial interest.
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U 11.5 Prepayments
P
Included in prepayments of the Group are advance payments to suppliers of RM21,680,000 (2016:
B
E RM39,068,000).
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12. Derivative financial assets/(liabilities)
2017 2016
Nominal Nominal
value Assets Liabilities value Assets Liabilities
RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
Group
Derivatives held for trading at fair
value through profit or loss
- Forward foreign exchange
contracts (“FFEC”) 25,786 678 (3,514) 135,760 1,930 (9,576)
Derivatives used
for hedging 1,520,285 1,564 – 49,939 9 (2,356)
1,546,071 2,242 (3,514) 185,699 1,939 (11,932)

Forward foreign exchange contracts are used to manage the foreign currency exposures arising from the
Group’s receivables and payables denominated in currencies other than the functional currencies of Group
entities. Most of the forward exchange contracts have maturities of less than one year after the end of the
reporting period. Where necessary, the forward contracts are rolled over at maturity.
13. Cash and bank balances
Group Company
2017 2016 2017 2016
RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
Cash and bank balances 214,108 416,479 365 218,038

Deposits with licensed banks 21,530 2,704 – –
235,638 419,183 365 218,038 K

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Included in the deposits placed with licensed banks of the Group is RM21,530,000 (2016: RM2,554,000) pledged G
for bank facilities. R
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14. Capital and reserves
14.1 Share capital
Group and Company

Number Number
of shares Amount of shares Amount
2017 2017 2016 2016
’000 RM’000 ’000 RM’000
Issued and fully paid shares:

At 1 January 2,156,133 1,005,617 2,156,133 1,005,617
Issued for cash
- Warrant A (Note c) 23 23 – –
- Private placement
(Note d) 213,281 49,921 – –
Expiration of warrant A – 44,981 – –
Transfer from share
premium in
accordance with
section 618(2) of
Companies Act 2016
(Note e) – 782,971 – –
At 31 December 2,369,437 1,883,513 2,156,133 1,005,617
(a) Under the Companies Act 2016 in Malaysia, which commenced operation on 31 January 2017
(except Section 241 and Division 8 of Part III), the concept of authorised share capital no longer
exists.
(b) In accordance with Section 74 of the Companies Act 2016 in Malaysia, the Company’s shares
no longer have a par or nominal value with effect from 31 January 2017. There is no impact on
K the number of shares in use or the relative entitlement of any of the members as a result of this
N transition.
M
G (c) During the financial year, the Company issued 23,213 new ordinary shares for a total cash
R consideration of RM22,748 arising from the exercise of Warrant A at an exercise price of RM0.98
O
U per ordinary share.
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(d) During the financial year, the Company issued 213,281,400 new ordinary shares via a private
B
E placement to eligible investors for a total cash consideration of RM51,187,536 including transaction
R costs of RM1,266,528.
H
A
D (e) In accordance with Section 618 of Companies Act 2016, any amount standing to the credit of the
share premium account has become part of the Company’s share capital account. Included in the
A
N Company’s share capital is share premium amounting to RM782,971,000 that is available to be
N utilised in accordance with Section 618(3) of Companies Act 2016 on or before 30 January 2019
U
A (24 months from commencement of section 74 of Companies Act 2016).
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14. Capital and reserves (continued)
14.2 Treasury shares
On 15 June 2017, the shareholders of the Company renewed the Company’s plan to repurchase its own
shares.

During the financial year, the Company purchased 10,000 of its issued ordinary shares listed on the Main
Market of Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad from the open market at an average price of approximately
RM0.28 per share. The total consideration paid was RM2,846 including transaction costs of RM44. The
purchase transactions were financed by internally generated funds. The shares purchased are retained
as treasury shares. None of the treasury shares held were resold or cancelled during the financial year.
As at 31 December 2017, the Company held 23,341,275 ordinary shares as treasury shares out of its
total issued and paid-up share capital. Hence, the number of outstanding shares in issue and paid-up
after deducting treasury shares as at 31 December 2017 is 2,346,095,980 ordinary shares. The treasury
shares have no rights to voting, dividends or participation in other distribution.
14.3 Revaluation reserve
The revaluation reserve relates to the revaluation of land and buildings.
14.4 Translation reserve
The translation reserve comprises all foreign currency differences arising from the translation of the
financial statements of the Group entities with functional currency other than RM as well as the exchange
differences arising from monetary items that in substance form the Company’s net investment in
subsidiaries.
14.5 Share option reserve
The share option reserve comprises the cumulative value of employee services received for the issue
of share options. When the option is exercised, the amount from the share option reserve is transferred
to share capital. When the share options expire, the amount from the share option reserve is transferred K
to retained earnings. Share option is disclosed in Note 16. N
M
14.6 Hedging reserve G
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O
The hedging reserve comprises the effective portion of the cumulative net change in the fair value of U
cash flow hedges related to hedged transactions that have not yet occurred. P
B
14.7 Warrant reserve E
R
H
There were 23,213 new shares issued pursuant to the exercise of Warrant A at an issue price of RM0.98 A
during the financial year. The remaining 517,652,416 Warrant A have since expired on 15 November 2017 D
and the corresponding warrant reserve transferred to share capital. At the end of the reporting period,
A
the unexercised warrants comprise 161,578,504 Warrant B which will expire on 21 April 2020 (2016: N
517,675,629 Warrant A and 161,578,504 Warrant B). N
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15. Loans and borrowings
Group
2017 2016
Note RM’000 RM’000
Non-current
Floating rate term loans - secured 89,612 48,780
- unsecured – 46,363
Fixed rate term loans - secured 21,988 –
- unsecured – 35,888
Fixed rate guaranteed Thai Baht bonds 15.7 334,107 333,937
Revolving credit - secured 149,186 206,907
- unsecured 87,880 146,434
Floating rate finance lease liabilities 161 1,823
Fixed rate finance lease liabilities 18,977 19,563
701,911 839,695
Current
Bank overdrafts - unsecured 18,523 4,910
Bills payable - secured 14,027 26,362
- unsecured 144,724 156,012
Floating rate term loans - secured 13,456 51,224
- unsecured 74,541 61,413
Fixed rate term loans - secured 26,380 12,914
- unsecured 32,376 –
Revolving credit - secured 34,444 25,188
- unsecured 121,359 135,391
Floating rate finance lease liabilities 1,712 4,470
Fixed rate finance lease liabilities 5,513 3,820
K 487,055 481,704
N
M 1,188,966 1,321,399
G
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P 2017 2016
RM’000 RM’000
B
E
R Non-current
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A Fixed rate guaranteed Thai Baht bonds 15.7 334,107 333,937
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15. Loans and borrowings (continued)
15.1 The secured trade facilities of the Group are secured by way of:
(i) Legal charge over the industrial land and buildings of certain subsidiaries (Note 3.3).
(ii) Pledge of the Group’s shares in a foreign subsidiary, including assignment over all dividend payments
arising therefrom.
(iii) In connection with the trade facilities, the significant covenants, among others:
In respect of the Group for the financial year ended 31 December 2017:
a. Minimum consolidated total networth of RM1.5 billion (2016: RM1.5 billion).
b. The Group’s consolidated debt to equity shall not be more than 1.00 time (2016: 1.00 time)
at all times.
c. The Group’s consolidated secured debt to consolidated total assets shall not be more than
0.4 times (2016: 0.4 times).
d. The Group’s consolidated EBITDA over interest expense shall not be less than 2.0 times
(2016: 2.0 times).
e. Not to dispose of or divest any of its tangible assets which will materially and adversely
affect its existing business operation (other than in the ordinary course of business).
f. Not to dispose of or divest any of its material subsidiaries.
g. The Group’s consolidated Finance Service Cover Ratio (FSCR ratio) shall not be less than
1.5 times (2016: 1.5 times).
The following covenants relate to a foreign subsidiary to be assessed in accordance to the audited
financials prepared using the local Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in that country: K
N
a. The Interest Cover ratio for periods ending on or after 31 March 2017 shall exceed a ratio M
of 4.50 times (2016: 4.50 times). G
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b. Maintenance of leverage ratio of not more than 2.0 times (2016: 2.0 times) for the financial U
year ended 31 December 2017. P
B
c. Working Capital Cover ratio for periods ending on or after 31 March 2017 shall be equal to E
or more than 120% (2016: 120%). R
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A
d. Minimum Equity for the financial year ended 31 December 2017 shall not be less than 30.0% D
(2016: 30.0%).
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15. Loans and borrowings (continued)
15.2 The secured term loans of the Group are secured by way of:
(i) Legal charge over the industrial land and buildings of certain subsidiaries (Note 3.3).
(ii) Pledge of the Group’s shares in a foreign subsidiary, including assignment over all dividend payments
arising therefrom.
In respect of a foreign subsidiary, the covenants as disclosed in Note 15.1(iii) are also applicable.
15.3 The unsecured term loans of the Group are supported by way of corporate guarantee from the Company.
15.4 The unsecured revolving credit of the Group is supported by way of corporate guarantee from the
Company.
15.5 The secured revolving credit of the Group is supported mainly by a first party pledge of fixed deposit
and a debenture over the entire assets of a subsidiary specifically formed to undertake such secured
revolving credit.
Covenants to be assessed semi-annually in connection with the revolving credit include the following:
(i) The Group’s consolidated Debt Service Cover Ratio (DSCR) shall not be less than 1.25 times (2016:
1.25 times).
(ii) The Group’s consolidated debt to equity shall not be more than 1.50 times at all times (2016: 1.00
time).
15.6 Finance lease liabilities
Finance lease liabilities are payable as follows:

Present Present
Future value of Future value of
K minimum minimum minimum minimum
N lease lease lease lease
M
payments Interest payments payments Interest payments
G 2017 2017 2017 2016 2016 2016
R
O Group RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
U
P Less than one year 8,235 (1,010) 7,225 9,441 (1,151) 8,290
B Between one and five years 14,372 (1,875) 12,497 15,432 (2,174) 13,258
E More than five years 7,283 (642) 6,641 9,038 (910) 8,128
R
H
A 29,890 (3,527) 26,363 33,911 (4,235) 29,676
D
A
N The finance lease liabilities are subject to interest at rate ranging from 1.79% to 6.58% (2016: 1.79% to
N 6.30%) per annum.
U
A
L 15.7 These bonds are guaranteed by a Credit Guarantee and Investment Facility (“CGIF”), a trust fund of
R
the Asian Development Bank and fully underwritten by United Overseas Bank (Thai) Public Company
E Limited (“Guaranteed Thai Bonds”). The Guaranteed Thai Bonds has a tenure of 5-years from the date
P of issuance. Proceeds from the Guaranteed Thai Bonds will be utilised by a subsidiary, Impress Ethanol
O
R Co., Ltd. (“IEL”), to refinance its existing term loan, finance future plant expansion and for working capital
T financing its bio-ethanol plant in Thailand.
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16. Employee benefits
Share-based payment arrangement
On 18 April 2014, the Company’s shareholders approved the establishment of an ESOS to all eligible employees
including Directors of the Company and its subsidiaries. In accordance with the ESOS, holders of vested ESOS
options are entitled to purchase KNM shares at the market price of the shares at the date of grant.
The terms and conditions related to the grants of the share option program are as follows:
Number of
options Contractual
Grant date ’000 Vesting conditions life of options
Options granted on 26,846 Employee in service on grant date 8 years

25.7.2014

25.7.2015

25.7.2016

25.7.2017
94,628
The number and weighted average exercise price of share options are as follows:
2017 2016
Exercise Number Exercise Number
price of options price of options
’000 ’000 K
N
M
Outstanding at 1 January RM0.65 67,417 RM0.65 49,467
G
Granted during the year RM0.65 20,428 RM0.65 22,398 R
Lapsed during the year RM0.65 (5,217) RM0.65 (4,448) O
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P
Outstanding at 31 December RM0.65 82,628 RM0.65 67,417
B
E
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Exercisable at 31 December RM0.65 82,628 RM0.65 67,417 H
A
D
The options outstanding at 31 December 2017 have an exercise price of RM0.65 and a weighted average A
N
contractual life of 5 years. N
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16. Employee benefits (continued)
Share-based payment arrangement (continued)
The fair value of services received in return for share options granted is based on the fair value of share options
granted, measured using the Trinomial Option Pricing Model, with the following input:
Fair value of share options and assumptions 2017 2016

Fair value at grant date RM0.004 RM0.04
Weighted average share price RM0.22 RM0.33

Share price at grant date RM0.24 RM0.41
Expected volatility 38.41% 43.35%
Option life 4.4 years 5.6 years
Expected dividends 3.09% 3.09%
Risk-free interest rate 3.56% 3.90%
Value of employee services received for issue of share options
Group Company
2017 2016 2017 2016
RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
Total expense recognised as

share-based payments 78 695 44 314
The total expense for the year is not fully recognised in the profit or loss of the Company as RM34,000 (2016:
RM381,000) has been re-charged to the respective subsidiaries whose employees are eligible for the ESOS.
K 17. Long term payables

N
M
Group Company
G
R Note 2017 2016 2017 2016
O RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
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Social security institutions 17.1 8,976 9,946 – –
B Other long term payables 17.2 – 643 – 643
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H 8,976 10,589 – 643
A
D
A 17.1 Amounts payable to social security institutions of foreign subsidiaries are unsecured, interest free and
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N not repayable within the next twelve months.
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A 17.2 In prior year, the other long term payables were advances from a company in which certain Directors
L
have substantial financial interest and were unsecured, interest free and not repayable within the next
R twelve months. At reporting date, the amount is classified as current as the amount is expected to be
E settled within the next twelve months.
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18. Deferred income
Group
Note 2017 2016
RM’000 RM’000
Amounts due to contract customers 11.1 114,571 120,383
19. Trade and other payables
Group Company
Note 2017 2016 2017 2016
RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
Trade
Trade payables 268,914 381,796 – –
Non-trade
Amounts due to
- subsidiaries 19.1 – – – 711
- associates 19.1 1,483 1,526 – –
- joint ventures 19.1 53 7 – –
- related parties 19.1 12,328 26,321 298 –
Other payables 19.2 49,604 72,661 2,970 11,053
Accrued expenses 104,623 105,752 1,258 1,421
168,091 206,267 4,526 13,185
437,005 588,063 4,526 13,185
19.1 The amounts due to subsidiaries, associates, joint ventures and companies in which certain Directors
have substantial financial interest are unsecured, interest free and repayable on demand. K
N
M
19.2 Including in other payables of the Group are Goods and Services Tax (“GST”) and Value Added Tax (“VAT”)
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payable amounting to RM4,039,000 (2016: RM3,546,000). R
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20. Revenue
B
E
Group Company R
2017 2016 2017 2016 H
RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 A
D
Construction contracts
1,351,462 1,646,782 – – A
N
Sales of goods 37,561 – – – N
Management fees – – 3,692 5,702 U
Services 631 – – – A
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1,389,654 1,646,782 3,692 5,702 R

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21. Results from operating activities
Group Company
2017 2016 2017 2016
RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
Results from operating activities

is arrived at after charging:
Auditors’ remuneration:
- Audit fees:
KPMG in Malaysia:
- Current year 620 669 180 180
- Prior year 29 243 26 148
Overseas affiliates of KPMG
in Malaysia 2,040 2,043 – –
Other auditors 339 160 – –
- Non-audit fees:
KPMG Malaysia 10 18 10 18
Local affiliates of KPMG in
Malaysia 125 218 9 9
Overseas affiliates of KPMG
in Malaysia 348 823 – –
Other auditors 36 10 – –
Depreciation of property, plant
and equipment (Note 3.1) 7,883 6,857 – –
Amortisation of intangible
assets 30,167 32,491 – –
Bad debts written off 1,338 7,431 – –
Impairment loss:
- Other receivables – 2,756 – –
- Property, plant and equipment – 11,347 – –
- Trade receivables 13,317 24,304 – –
Investment in subsidiaries
K written off – – 1,200 –
N Net loss on foreign exchange:
M - Unrealised – – 5,598 –
G - Realised – 12,129 – –
R Personnel expenses:
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U - Contribution to Employees’
P Provident Fund 9,953 9,195 – –
- Share-based payments 78 695 44 314
B
E - Wages, salaries and others 100,217 143,473 – 10
R Provision for foreseeable losses – 279 – –
H
A Provision for late delivery charges 104 447 – –
D Provision for warranty 2,410 18,273 – –
Property, plant and equipment
A
N written off 1,065 1,185 – –
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21. Results from operating activities (continued)
Group Company
2017 2016 2017 2016
RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
and after crediting:

Gain on disposal of:
- Property, plant and equipment 24 199 – –
Net gain on foreign exchange:
- Realised 7,130 – 5,426 2
- Unrealised 19,368 2,353 – 128
Gain on fair value of forward contracts 5,621 9,608 – –
Reversal of impairment loss:
- Trade receivables 4,965 – – –
- Other receivables 2,172 – – –
22. Tax expense
Group Company
2017 2016 2017 2016
RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
Current tax expense

- Current year 16,447 31,716 – 803
- Under/(Over) provision in
prior year 315 (940) 4 (38)
16,762 30,776 4 765
Deferred tax expense

- Current year (48) (14,299) – – K
- Over provision in prior year (28) – – – N
M
(76) (14,299) – – G
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Total tax expense 16,686 16,477 4 765 U
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22. Tax expense (continued)
Group Company
2017 2016 2017 2016
RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
Reconciliation of tax expense

Total income tax expense 16,686 16,477 4 765
Income tax using Malaysian

tax rate of 24% (6,844) (75,995) 696 (157)
Effect of tax rates in foreign
jurisdictions* 1,758 670 – –
Non-deductible expenses 15,460 26,511 450 960
Tax exempt income (13,388) (6,657) (1,292) –
Effect of tax losses not
recognised 21,428 73,934 146 –
Utilisation of previously
unrecognised temporary
differences (1,988) (1,489) – –
Others (27) 443 – –
16,399 17,417 – 803

Under/(Over) provision in
prior year
- Current tax expense 315 (940) 4 (38)
- Deferred tax expense (28) – – –
K 16,686 16,477 4 765

N
M
G * Tax rates in several foreign jurisdictions are different from the tax rates in Malaysia.
R
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U Tax recognised directly in equity
P
Group
B
E 2017 2016
R RM’000 RM’000
H
A
D Reversal of deferred tax liabilities arising from disposal of
property, plant and equipment (Note 9) – 1,904
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23. Earnings per ordinary share - Group
Basic earnings per ordinary share
The calculation of basic earnings per ordinary share at 31 December 2017 was based on the loss attributable
to owners of the Company of RM43,007,000 (2016: RM332,981,000) and the weighted average number of
ordinary shares outstanding during the year of 2,152,083,000 (2016: 2,132,815,000).
2017 2016
’000 ’000

Issued ordinary shares at beginning of the year 2,156,133 2,156,133
Issuance of shares 19,287 –
Effect of treasury shares held (23,337) (23,318)
Weighted average number of ordinary shares 2,152,083 2,132,815

2017 2016
Sen Sen
Basic earnings per ordinary share (2.00) (15.61)
Diluted earnings per ordinary share
Diluted earnings per ordinary share of the Group is calculated by dividing the loss attributable to owners of
the Company for the financial year by the weighted average number of shares in issue and issuable under the
ESOS options and warrants. The ESOS options and warrants are excluded from the computation of diluted
earnings per ordinary share as the ESOS options and warrants are out-of-the-money as at the end of the financial
year and do not have any potential dilutive effect. Thus, the Group’s diluted earnings per ordinary share at 31
December 2016 and 2017 are equivalent to its basic earnings per ordinary share as disclosed above.
K
24. Dividends N
M
The Directors do not recommend any dividend to be paid for the financial year under review. G
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25. Contingent liabilities
Group Company
2017 2016 2017 2016
RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
Contingent liabilities
Guarantees and
contingencies relating to
borrowings and
performance obligation
of subsidiaries
- Secured 30,300 31,301 325,095 354,306
- Unsecured 676,710 1,255,687 627,765 1,189,037
707,010 1,286,988 952,860 1,543,343
Share of joint ventures’

contingent liabilities
incurred jointly with
other investor:
- Secured guaranteed
bank facilities and unsecured
performance obligation of
joint ventures 62,115 67,339 48,159 53,383
26. Commitments
Group
2017 2016
RM’000 RM’000
K
N Capital commitments:
M Property, plant and equipment
G - Contracted but not provided for in the financial statements 2,945 8,662
R
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P 27. Related parties
B
E Identity of related parties
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A For the purposes of these financial statements, parties are considered to be related to the Group or the Company
D if the Group or the Company has the ability, directly or indirectly, to control or jointly control the party or exercise
significant influence over the party in making financial and operating decisions, or vice versa, or where the
A
N Group or the Company and the party are subject to common control or common significant influence. Related
N parties may be individuals or other entities.
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A
L Related parties also include key management personnel defined as those persons having authority and
responsibility for planning, directing and controlling the activities of the Group either directly or indirectly and
R
E entity that provides key management personnel services to the Group. The key management personnel include
P all the Directors of the Group, and certain members of senior management of the Group.
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27. Related parties (continued)
Identity of related parties (continued)
Controlling related party relationships are as follows:
(i) Its subsidiary companies as disclosed in Note 31.
(ii) Its associates as disclosed in Note 6.
(iii) Its joint ventures as disclosed in Note 7.
(iv) The substantial shareholders of the Company, Inter Merger Sdn. Bhd..
(v) Inter Merger Sdn. Bhd. and IM Bina Sdn. Bhd., companies in which the Directors, Ir Lee Swee Eng and
Gan Siew Liat have substantial financial interest.
(vi) Tofield Realty Development Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Asiavertek Sdn. Bhd. in which the
Directors, Ir Lee Swee Eng and Gan Siew Liat have substantial financial interest.
(vii) Nasser Hazza, an entity controlled by Mohammed Nasser Hazza Al Fehaid Al Subaei, a director of Saudi
KNM Ltd..
(viii) KPS Technology & Engineering LLC, a company in which Ir Lee Swee Eng is a substantial shareholder.
(ix) Key management personnel.
Related party transactions have been entered into in the normal course of business under negotiated terms.
The significant related party transactions of the Group and the Company are shown below:
Group Company
2017 2016 2017 2016
RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
A. Subsidiaries K
N
M
Management fees received – – (3,692) (5,702)
G
Loan interest received – – (22,031) (5,777) R
ESOS charged – – (381) (3,258) O
Treasury management fees – – – 60 U
P
B
E
B. Related parties R
Inter Merger Sdn. Bhd. H
Rental of premises 1,209 1,209 – – A
D
Administrative charges 334 456 – –
A
N
IM Bina Sdn. Bhd. N
Contract billing payable 26,723 18,194 – – U
A
L
Tofield Realty Development
Corporation R
General mechanical and E
P
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27. Related parties (continued)
Group Company
2017 2016 2017 2016
RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
C. Key management personnel

Directors
- Fees 1,050 1,050 1,050 1,050
- Remuneration 4,598 4,556 3,792 3,750
- Employee benefits (including
estimated monetary value
of benefit-in-kind) 49 28 – 24
- Share-based payments 44 357 44 357

5,741 5,991 4,886 5,181

Subsidiaries directors
- Short-term employee benefits 10,441 10,322 – –
- Share-based payments 11 101 – –
10,452 10,423 – –
Other key management

personnel
- Short-term employee benefits 3,323 4,233 – –
- Share-based payments 6 86 – –
3,329 4,319 – –
19,522 20,733 4,886 5,181

K
N
M Other key management personnel comprise persons other than the Directors of Group entities, having authority
G and responsibility for planning, directing and controlling the activities of the Group entities either directly or
R indirectly.
O
U
P Significant related party balances related to the above transactions are disclosed in Notes 5, 11, 17 and 19.
B
E
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28. Financial instruments
28.1 Categories of financial instruments
The table below provides an analysis of financial instruments categorised as follows:
(a) Loans and receivables (“L&R”);

(b) Fair value through profit or loss (“FVTPL”): Held for trading (“HFT”);
(c) Available-for-sale financial assets (“AFS”); and
(d) Financial liabilities measured at amortised cost (“FL”).
Derivatives
Carrying FVTPL used for
amount L&R -HFT AFS hedging
RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
2017
Financial assets
Group
Other investments 5,467 – – 5,467 –
Trade and other
receivables 794,278 794,278 – – –
Derivative financial
assets 2,242 – 678 – 1,564
Cash and bank
balances 235,638 235,638 – – –
1,037,625 1,029,916 678 5,467 1,564
Company
Trade and other
receivables 217,938 217,938 – – –
Cash and bank
balances 365 365 – – –
K
N
218,303 218,303 – – – M
G
R
Carrying FVTPL O
amount FL -HFT U
P
RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
B
Financial liabilities E
R
Group H
Loans and borrowings (1,188,966) (1,188,966) – A
Trade and other payables (449,516) (449,516) – D
Derivative financial liabilities (3,514) – (3,514) A
N
(1,641,996) (1,638,482) (3,514) N
U
A
L
Company R
Loans and borrowings (334,107) (334,107) – E
Trade and other payables (4,526) (4,526) – P
O
R
(338,633) (338,633) – T
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28. Financial instruments (continued)
28.1 Categories of financial instruments (continued)
Derivatives
Carrying FVTPL used for
amount L&R -HFT AFS hedging
RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
2016
Financial assets
Group
Other investments 525 – – 525 –
Trade and other
receivables 904,514 904,514 – – –
Derivative financial
assets 1,939 – 1,930 – 9
Cash and bank
balances 419,183 419,183 – – –
1,326,161 1,323,697 1,930 525 9
Company
Trade and other
receivables 202,506 202,506 – – –
Cash and bank
balances 218,038 218,038 – – –
420,544 420,544 – – –

Derivatives
K Carrying FVTPL used for
N amount FL -HFT hedging
M RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
G
R Financial liabilities
O
U Group
P Loans and borrowings (1,321,399) (1,321,399) – –
Trade and other payables (602,203) (602,203) – –
B
E Derivative financial liabilities (11,932) – (9,576) (2,356)
R
H
A (1,935,534) (1,923,602) (9,576) (2,356)
D
A
N Company
N Loans and borrowings (333,937) (333,937) – –
U
A Trade and other payables (13,828) (13,828) – –
L
(347,765) (347,765) – –
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28.2 Net gains and losses arising from financial instruments
Group Company
2017 2016 2017 2016
RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
Net gains/(losses) arising on:

Fair value through profit
or loss:
- Held for trading 5,621 9,608 – –
Loans and receivables (4,568) (62,099) 15,707 5,907
measured at amortised cost (26,296) (43,457) (10,497) (5,841)
(25,243) (95,948) 5,210 66
28.3 Financial risk management objectives and policies
The Group has exposure to the following risks from its use of financial instruments:
• Credit risk
• Liquidity risk
• Foreign currency risk
• Interest rate risk
The Group’s financial risk management objective is to optimise value creation for shareholders whilst
minimising the potential adverse impact arising from its exposure to fluctuations in financial risks.
28.4 Credit risk
The Group’s exposure to credit risk arises mainly from external counter-party risk on contracts and on K
monetary financial assets; whilst, at Company level mainly from internal counter-party risk on financial N
guarantees, loans and advances extended to its subsidiaries. M
G
The Group’s objective on credit risk management is to avoid significant exposure to any individual counter- R
O
party and to minimise concentration of credit risk. The Group achieves this through its operating units’ U
practices on credit assessment, and performs central monitoring such as on credit risk concentration, P
credit evaluation, and credit impairment; whilst, the business units are responsible for their respective
B
day-to-day credit risk management. E
R
H
A
D
A
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28.4 Credit risk (continued)
Policies and Processes
Policies and processes in managing credit risk varies with the classes of counter-parties as outlined
below:
(i) Contract customer
Process & Specialised Equipment & Turnkey Contracts
Most orders are treated as onerous construction contracts, where billings are based on the progress
milestones which typically are split into four or more stages of a project’s life cycle. For large orders
such as Engineering, Procurement and Constructions, billings are negotiated to closely mirror the
cash flow requirements in contract execution. An advance from the customers would normally be
required before the commencement of work, and similarly the customer would demand a Bank or
Corporate Guarantee on its advancement made and/or as a form of guaranteeing performance.
Customers’ orders are usually components of a larger project which has secured financing. As such,
credit risk exposure is typically low at the early and mid-stages of a project life cycle, but increase
towards the last milestone payment arising from possible variation or contractual disputes. This
tail-end risk is managed or mitigated with one or more of the following:
• Professional lien on goods and materials

• Transactional credit documents (i.e. Letter of Credit) on export delivery
• Contract customers are assessed on credit and sovereign nation risks where applicable on
both quantitative and qualitative elements
• Credit exposure is monitored on the aging of receivables, and the projects’ progression and
variations
(ii) Financial institutions
The Group places its funds in banks in over 14 (2016: 14) countries in which it has business
K presence. The Group also enters into forward foreign exchange contracts with licensed financial
N institutions for hedging purposes. Credit risk is generally low as the counter-parties are all reputable
M
licensed institutions. Where financial derivatives are involved, mandatory International Swaps and
G Derivatives Association (ISDA) agreements are incepted where necessary.
R
O
U (iii) Financial Guarantees and Advances for Subsidiaries
P
B The Group through 3 (three) (2016: 3) wholly-owned subsidiaries serves as central treasury to
E certain subsidiaries without external credit facilities by extending term loan, advances and banking
R trade facilities. For those subsidiaries with their own credit facilities, the Company is often required
H
A to provide corporate guarantee to the said banks extending such credit facilities. On the former,
D the Group enters into formal agreement on pricing and repayment schedule, and continuously
A monitors the subsidiaries’ performances, cash-flows and repayment. On the latter, the Company
N continuously monitors the subsidiaries’ performance and ability to service their credit obligations.
N
U
A The Group receives financial guarantees given by banks in managing exposure to credit risks. At the
L end of the reporting period, financial guarantees received by the Group amounted to RM4,759,000
(2016: RM2,656,000) in respect of RM353,798,000 (2016: RM439,138,000) trade receivables. The
R
E remaining balance of trade receivables are not secured by any collateral or supported by any other credit
P enhancements.
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Credit risk exposures and concentration
The Group’s credit risks are mainly on financial assets relating to receivables, cash deposits and
investments as summarised in the table below for both the Group and Company level.
Maximum exposure
2017 2016
RM’000 RM’000
Group
Financial assets
Trade receivables 353,798 439,138
Amounts due from contract customers 387,123 404,013
Amounts due from related parties,
associates and joint ventures 26,354 23,017
Other receivables and deposits 27,003 38,346
Other investments 5,467 525
Derivative financial assets 2,242 1,939
Deposits with licensed banks 21,530 2,704
Cash and bank balances 214,108 416,479
1,037,625 1,326,161
Company
Financial assets
Amounts due from subsidiaries 213,753 198,004
Amounts due from related parties,
associates and joint ventures 4,102 4,101
Other receivables and deposits 83 401
Cash and bank balances 365 218,038 K
N
M
218,303 420,544
G
R
O
Receivables U
P
Concentration of Credit Risk B

E
R
The credit risk concentration of the Group is mainly in the trade receivables and amount due from contract H
customers, and this is further analysed by its source of operation - geographic location. A
D
2017 2016 A
RM’000 % RM’000 % N
N
U
Asia and Oceania 242,492 33 251,089 30 A
L
Europe 486,371 65 550,766 65
America 12,058 2 41,296 5 R
E
P
740,921 100 843,151 100 O
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Receivables (continued)
Concentration of Credit Risk (continued)
The Group uses aging analysis as the primary reporting tool to monitor the credit quality of the trade
receivables. Trade receivables past due 60 days are monitored more regularly on the collection efforts.
Impairment loss
The aging of trade receivables as at the end of the reporting period was:
Gross Impairment Net

2017
Not past due 210,449 – 210,449
Past due 0 - 30 days 33,574 – 33,574
Past due 31 - 60 days 21,295 – 21,295
Past due 61 - 120 days 21,529 (704) 20,825
Past due more than 120 days 113,708 (46,053) 67,655
400,555 (46,757) 353,798
2016
Not past due 253,624 – 253,624
Past due 0 - 30 days 77,151 – 77,151
Past due 31 - 60 days 21,339 – 21,339
Past due 61 - 120 days 11,396 – 11,396
Past due more than 120 days 121,056 (45,428) 75,628
K
N 484,566 (45,428) 439,138
M
G
R The allowance account in respect of trade receivables is used to record impairment loss where the
O
U Group is doubtful of the collection. Doubtful amount will be written off against the allowance account
P if recovery channels are exhausted.
B
E No impairment loss was provided for remaining balance of trade receivables which was past due for more
R than 120 days as negotiations with the customers are on-going to recover the outstanding amounts.
H
A
D
A
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Receivables (continued)
Impairment loss (continued)
The movements in the allowance for impairment loss of trade receivables during the financial year were:

Group
2017 2016
RM’000 RM’000

At 1 January 45,428 17,955
Impairment loss recognised 13,317 24,304
Impairment loss reversed (4,965) -
Impairment loss written off (3,734) (42)
Effect on the movement of exchange rate (3,289) 3,211
At 31 December 46,757 45,428
28.5 Liquidity risk
The Group’s exposure to liquidity risk primarily arises from its capabilities to meet its financial obligations,
principally its trade payables, loans and borrowings, as and when it falls due. The Group’s liquidity risk
management objective is to ensure that all foreseeable funding commitments can be met as and when
due in a cost-effective manner.
The Group leverages on the Company as the public listed parent company to support 3 (three) of its
wholly-owned subsidiaries to play a central treasury and liquidity management role to better manage K
its weighted average cost of funds, whilst day-to-day operational liquidity needs are decentralised at the N
Business Unit level. Foreign Business Units are encouraged to seek localised trade financing facilities M
in their respective currencies where appropriate. G
R
O
The Group actively manages its operating cash-flows and the availability of funding so as to ensure all U
operating, investing and financing needs are met. It manages liquidity risks with a combination of the P
following policies and methods:
B
E
• Maintain a diversified range of funding sources with adequate back-up facilities R
H
• Maintain debt financing and servicing plan A
• Maintain medium to long term cash-flow planning incorporating funding positions and requirements D
of all its subsidiaries
A
• Monitor balance sheet liquidity ratios against internal threshold N
• Manage working capital and optimise cash conversion cycle N
U
• Manage maturity profile of both financial and non-financial liabilities A
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28.5 Liquidity risk (continued)
Maturity analysis
The table below set out the contractual maturity profile of the Group’s and the Company’s financial
liabilities at the end of the reporting period based on undiscounted contractual payment – which would
be met with a combination of matching maturity financial assets, operational cash inflows, and roll-over
of current liabilities such as trade facilities.
Contractual
interest/ More
Carrying profit rates Contractual Less than 1 - 2 2 - 5 than
Group amount per annum cash flows 1 year years years 5 years
2017 RM’000 % RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
Non-derivative financial liabilities

Term loans - secured
- EUR 31,092 1.95% - 5.50% 31,720 4,925 3,652 7,038 16,105
- RM 73,480 5.46% - 7.30% 78,692 9,204 9,364 27,169 32,955
- CAD 21,985 5.45% 23,183 1,696 1,696 5,090 14,701
- RMB 24,879 18.00% 29,357 29,357 – – –
Term loans - unsecured
- EUR 51,238 2.67% - 4.07% 52,255 52,255 – – –
- USD 55,679 4.29% - 12.00% 60,565 60,565 – – –
Guaranteed Thai Baht bonds
- THB 334,107 3.00% 350,744 16,383 33,215 301,146 –
Revolving credit - secured
- USD 183,630 4.50% - 4.75% 200,755 43,119 150,213 7,423 –
Revolving credit - unsecured
- RM 39,000 4.05% - 4.39% 41,429 41,429 – – –
- USD 122,653 3.92% - 9.17% 130,432 39,347 91,085 – –
- EUR 47,586 0.50% - 2.25% 48,657 48,657 – – –
K Bills payable - secured
N - EUR 975 3.35% 1,007 1,007 – – –
M
- USD 10,523 3.00% - 3.75% 10,908 10,908 – – –
G - RM 2,529 5.05% - 5.50% 2,668 2,668 – – –
R
O Bills payable - unsecured
U - USD 8,175 0.50% - 5.02% 8,404 8,404 – – –
P - RM 127,976 2.00% - 4.90% 134,225 134,225 – – –
B - THB 6,224 6.25% 6,613 6,613 – – –
E - JPY 2,349 0.51% - 2.25% 2,402 2,402 – – –
R Hire purchase and lease creditors
H
A - EUR 17,903 2.02% - 6.30% 20,623 4,538 2,713 6,192 7,180
D - RM 7,484 1.79% - 4.84% 8,226 3,052 2,562 2,509 103
A - THB 976 6.58% 1,041 645 396 – –
N Bank overdraft - unsecured
N - RM 18,523 4.05% - 7.40% 19,451 19,451 – – –
U
A Trade and other payables 449,516 – 449,516 432,966 16,550 – –
L Financial guarantee – – 582,044 582,044 – – –
R
E 1,638,482 2,294,917 1,555,860 311,446 356,567 71,044
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Maturity analysis (continued)
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Net cash Contractual Less than 1 - 2 2 - 5 than
Group flows cash flows 1 year years years 5 years
2017 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
Derivative financial liabilities

Forward exchange contracts
(gross settled):
- Outflow – 119,566 119,566 – – –
- Inflow (708) (120,274) (120,274) – – –
(708) (708) (708) – – –
2,294,209 1,555,152 311,446 356,567 71,044
K
N
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Contractual
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Group amount per annum cash flows 1 year years years 5 years
2016 RM’000 % RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000

Term loans - secured
- EUR 20,449 1.95% - 5.50% 23,010 5,606 5,468 11,584 352
- RM 55,169 5.60% - 7.35% 58,963 23,199 5,693 16,385 13,686
- CAD 24,386 4.95% 25,593 25,593 – – –
- RMB 12,914 5.66% 13,654 13,654 – – –
Term loans - unsecured
- EUR 98,093 2.44% - 4.07% 137,638 65,626 48,259 23,753 –
- USD 45,571 4.29% - 12.00% 50,293 10,098 – 40,195 –
Guaranteed Thai Baht bonds
- THB 333,937 3.00% 353,121 16,680 33,748 302,693 –
Revolving credit - secured
- USD 232,095 4.50% - 4.75% 262,895 36,607 132,988 93,300 –
Revolving credit - unsecured
- RM 67,420 4.39% - 7.65% 71,142 46,024 25,118 – –
- USD 139,567 3.16% - 6.13% 150,838 22,550 116,862 11,426 –
- EUR 74,838 0.50% - 2.25% 75,029 75,029 – – –
Bills payable - unsecured
- EUR 177 3.25% 178 178 – – –
- USD 9,711 3.00% - 3.65% 9,789 9,789 – – –
- RMB 16,474 0.65% 16,528 16,528 – – –
Bills payable - unsecured
K - USD 63,100 1.08% - 3.78% 65,046 65,046 – – –
N
M - EUR 9,646 0.75% - 3.65% 9,719 9,719 – – –
- RM 83,266 4.49% - 5.57% 87,836 87,836 – – –
G
R Hire purchase and lease creditors
O - EUR 24,017 2.02% - 6.30% 27,482 7,406 4,399 6,943 8,734
U - RM 5,659 1.79% - 4.84% 6,429 2,035 1,729 2,361 304
P
Bank overdraft - secured
B - RM 4,910 7.40% 5,273 5,273 – – –
E
R Trade and other payables 602,203 – 602,203 584,517 17,686 – –
H Financial guarantee – – 1,198,263 1,198,263 – – –
A
D
1,923,602 3,250,922 2,327,256 391,950 508,640 23,076
A
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Net cash Contractual Less than 1 - 2 2 - 5 than
Group flows cash flows 1 year years years 5 years
2016 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
Derivative financial liabilities

Forward exchange contracts
(gross settled):
- Outflow 12,683 185,944 185,309 635 – –
- Inflow – (173,261) (172,678) (583) – –
12,683 12,683 12,631 52 – –
3,263,605 2,339,887 392,002 508,640 23,076
K
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Contractual
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amount per annum cash flows 1 year years years 5 years
RM’000 % RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
Company
2017
Loans and borrowings 334,107 3.00% 350,744 16,383 33,215 301,146 –
Trade and other payables 4,526 – 4,526 4,526 – – –
Financial guarantee – – 972,111 972,111 – – –
338,633 1,327,381 993,020 33,215 301,146 –
2016
Loans and borrowings 333,937 3.00% 353,121 16,680 33,748 302,693 –
Trade and other payables 13,828 – 13,828 13,185 643 – –
Financial guarantee – – 1,553,661 1,553,661 – – –
347,765 1,920,610 1,583,526 34,391 302,693 –
Financial Guarantees
The Group and the Company provide guarantees relating to borrowings and performance obligation
K of subsidiaries and joint ventures of RM582,044,000 and RM972,111,000 respectively (2016:
N
M RM1,198,263,000 and RM1,553,661,000 respectively).
G
R The Group and the Company monitor on an ongoing basis. At reporting date, there was no indication that
O any group entities would default on repayment and performance obligation. The financial guarantees
U have not been recognised since the fair value on initial recognition was not material.
P
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28.6 Foreign currency risk
The Group operates in 17 (2016: 18) countries and is exposed to various currencies that gives rise to
foreign exchange (FX) risk from the translation of its foreign investments and from FX transactions on
its sales and purchases denominated in foreign currency. The Group’s main foreign currency exposure
is in USD, EUR, THB and RM. RM exposure is attributed to certain subsidiaries located in Malaysia but
adopting USD as their functional currency. The Group’s foreign currency risk management objective is
to minimise transactional FX exposure that gives rise to economic impact.
i) Transactional forward obligations or rights denominated in foreign currency.
Transactional FX risk arises mainly from contracted projects’ future monetary obligation and rights
denominated in currency other than the transaction originating currency. These highly probable
future cash flows in foreign currency are first netted based on matching FX risk characteristics for
natural hedge, with any net balance exposure being further hedge off with FX Forward Contracts.
It is the Group’s policy to attain best full hedge in transactional FX risk.
ii) Net investment in Foreign Operations.
The Group does consider matching foreign currency borrowing with the functional currency of
its foreign operations in mitigating FX translation gain/loss that are recognised in a separate
component of equity. However, this decision is driven by feasibility factors such as the ability to
time the future cash flows, availability of foreign currency debt funding, and the foreign currencies’
fiscal position and borrowing cost.
Where circumstances permit, FX hedges on the abovementioned would be designated for hedge
accounting either as cash-flow hedges, fair value hedges, or net investment hedges.
The table below sets out the Group’s significant financial assets’ and liabilities’ FX exposure based on
the notional or contractual amount for USD, EUR, THB and RM which is different from the reporting
functional currency of the respective subsidiaries. K
N
M
Denominated in
USD EUR THB RM G
R
RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 O
U
Group P
2017 B
Trade receivables 91,799 14,531 – 18,799 E
Cash and bank balances 8,784 48,860 11 1,990 R
H
Trade payables (7,075) (2,041) – (1,146) A
Other payables and accruals (30) (153) (125) (7,455) D
Borrowings (23,303) – (334,107) (73,480) A
Bank overdrafts – – – (13,215) N
Revolving credit – – – (15,000) N
U
Finance lease liabilities – – – (7,484) A
Bills payable (7,669) (975) – (129,370) L
Forward exchange contracts (2,104) (1,549) – –
R
E
Net exposure in the statement P
O
of financial position 60,402 58,673 (334,221) (226,361) R
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28.6 Foreign currency risk (continued)
Denominated in
USD EUR THB RM
RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
Group
2016
Trade receivables 113,611 15,907 – 108
Cash and bank balances 5,774 383 217,884 3,295
Trade payables (10,959) (2,326) – (36,582)
Other payables and accruals (45) (151) – (4,028)
Borrowings – – (333,937) (55,169)
Revolving credit – – – (19,420)
Finance lease liabilities – – – (5,659)
Bills payable (19,099) (3,506) – (80,256)
Forward exchange contracts 13,214 (498) – –
Net exposure in the statement

of financial position 102,496 9,809 (116,053) (197,711)
THB
RM’000
Company
2017
Cash and bank balances 11
Borrowings (334,107)
Net exposure in the statement of financial position (334,096)
K
N 2016
M
Cash and bank balances 217,884
G Borrowings (333,937)
R
O
U Net exposure in the statement of financial position (116,053)
P
B
E A 5 percent strengthening of Malaysian Ringgit against the US Dollar, Euro and THB at the end of the
R reporting period would have (decreased)/increased equity and pre-tax profit or loss by the amounts shown
H
A below. This analysis assumes that all other variables, in particular interest rates, remained constant.
D
A Equity Profit or loss

N 2017 2016 2017 2016
N RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
U
A
L Group
R USD (99,161) (112,158) (3,020) (5,125)
E EUR (71,591) (69,110) (2,934) (490)
P THB (3,604) (3,712) 16,711 5,803
O
R RM – – 11,318 9,886
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28.6 Foreign currency risk (continued)
Profit or loss
2017 2016
RM’000 RM’000
Company
THB 16,705 5,803
A 5 percent weakening of Malaysian Ringgit against the US Dollar, Euro and THB at the end of the reporting
period would have had equal but opposite effect on the above currencies to the amounts shown above,
on the basis that all other variables remained constant.
28.7 Interest rate risk
The Group’s interest rate risk arises from its interest-bearing financial instruments that could impact fair
value and future cash-flows due to fluctuation in market interest rates. The Group’s objective on interest
rate risk management is to achieve a balance in re-pricing risk and the optimisation of pricing whilst
ensuring sufficient liquidity to meet funding needs.
Interest bearing financial assets are mainly temporary surpluses or funds held for liquidity purposes
and are placed on short-term or on demand basis. Interest bearing financial liabilities are mixture of
short-term trade/credit facilities with re-pricing exposure, and long-term loans with fixed pricing. The
Group constantly reviews its portfolio of interest bearing financial liabilities with the view to mitigate as
much as possible its re-pricing risk taking into account the nature and requirement of its businesses,
and availability from issuers of such financial liabilities.
Exposure to interest rate risk
The interest rate profile of the Group’s and the Company’s significant interest-bearing financial instruments, K
N
based on carrying amounts as at the end of the reporting period was: M
Group Company G
R
2017 2016 2017 2016 O
RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 U
P
Fixed rate instruments B
Financial assets 21,530 2,704 – 126,412 E
R
Financial liabilities (439,341) (406,122) (334,107) (333,937) H
A
(417,811) (403,418) (334,107) (207,525) D
A
N
Floating rate instruments N
U
Financial assets 9,757 5,979 – – A
Financial liabilities (749,625) (915,277) – – L
R
(739,868) (909,298) – – E
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28.7 Interest rate risk (continued)
Interest rate risk sensitivity analysis
(a) Fair value sensitivity analysis for fixed rate instruments
The Group does not account for any fixed rate financial assets and liabilities at fair value through
profit or loss. Therefore, a change in interest rates at the end of the reporting period would not
affect profit or loss.
(b) Cash flow sensitivity analysis for variable rate instruments
A change of 25 basis points (bp) in interest rates at the end of the reporting period would have
increased/(decreased) pre-tax profit or loss by the amounts shown below. This analysis assumes
that all other variables, in particular foreign currency rates, remain constant.
Group
Profit or loss
25 bp 25 bp
increase (decrease)
RM’000 RM’000
2017
Floating rate instruments (1,850) 1,850
2016
Floating rate instruments (2,273) 2,273
28.8 Cash flow hedge
K The Group entered into forward cash flow hedge of its expected proceeds/payments from/to accounts
N
M receivables and accounts payables.
G The following depicts the expected cash flow streams associated with the hedges undertaken and period
R
O affecting profit or loss:
U
P Expected
B Net cash cash Under
E flows flows 1 year
R
H Group RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
A 2017
D Proceeds from accounts receivables
A - inflow 1,681 80,693 80,693
N - outflow – (79,012) (79,012)
N
U
A
L Proceeds from accounts payables
R - inflow – 13,349 13,349
E - outflow (1,550) (14,899) (14,899)
P
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28.8 Cash flow hedge (continued)
Expected
Net cash cash Under
flows flows 1 year
2016
Proceeds from accounts receivables
- inflow – 40,420 40,420
- outflow (4,372) (44,792) (44,792)
Proceeds from accounts payables

- inflow 26 5,165 5,165
- outflow – (5,139) (5,139)
During the year, net gain of RM435,000 (2016: RM2,006,000) was recognised in other comprehensive
income. An ineffective net gain of RM1,433,000 (2016: RM611,000) was recognised in profit or loss
during the year.
28.9 Fair value of financial instruments
The carrying amounts of cash and bank balances, deposits with licensed banks, trade and other
receivables, trade and other payables, and short-term borrowings approximate their fair value due to the
relatively short-term nature of these financial instruments.
The carrying amounts of the floating rate term loans and finance lease liabilities approximate fair values
as they are subject to variable interest rates which in turn approximate the current market interest rates
for similar loans at the end of the reporting period.
K
It was not practical to estimate the fair value of the Group’s investment in unquoted shares due to the N
lack of comparable quoted market prices, inability to estimate fair value without incurring excessive M
costs and immaterial in the opinion of the Directors. G
R
O
The fair values of the abovementioned financial assets and liabilities are as disclosed in the respective U
notes to the financial statements, together with the carrying amounts shown in the statements of financial P
position.
B
E
R
H
A
D
A
N
N
U
A
L
R
E
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28.9 Fair value of financial instruments (continued)
Other than those mentioned above, the table below analyses financial instruments carried at fair value
and those not carried at fair value for which fair values are disclosed, together with their fair values and
carrying amounts shown in the statements of financial position.
Fair value of financial instruments Fair value of financial instruments Total

carried at fair value not carried at fair value fair Carrying
Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Total Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Total value amount
2017 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
Group
Financial assets
Forward exchange
contracts – 2,242 – 2,242 – – – – 2,242 2,242
Forward exchange
contracts – (3,514) – (3,514) – – – – (3,514) (3,514)
Fixed rate term loans – – – – – – (80,744) (80,744) (80,744) (80,744)
Fixed rate guaranteed
Thai Baht bonds – – – – – – (334,107) (334,107) (334,107) (334,107)
Fixed rate finance lease
liabilities – – – – – – (24,545) (24,545) (24,545) (24,490)
Long term payables – – – – – – (8,976) (8,976) (8,976) (8,976)
Long service leave liability – – – – – – (7,574) (7,574) (7,574) (7,574)
– (3,514) – (3,514) – – (455,946) (455,946) (459,460) (459,405)
K Company
N Financial liabilities
M Fixed rate guaranteed
G Thai Baht bonds – – – – – – (334,107) (334,107) (334,107) (334,107)
R
O
U
P
B
E
R
H
A
D
A
N
N
U
A
L
R
E
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Fair value of financial instruments Fair value of financial instruments Total

carried at fair value not carried at fair value fair Carrying
Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Total Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Total value amount
2016 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
Group
Financial assets
Forward exchange
contracts – 1,939 – 1,939 – – – – 1,939 1,939
Forward exchange
contracts – (11,932) – (11,932) – – – – (11,932) (11,932)
Fixed rate term loans – – – – – – (48,818) (48,818) (48,818) (48,802)
Thai Baht bonds – – – – – – (334,037) (334,037) (334,037) (333,937)
Fixed rate finance lease
liabilities – – – – – – (23,535) (23,535) (23,535) (23,383)
Long term payables – – – – – – (10,589) (10,589) (10,589) (10,589)
Long service leave
liability – – – – – – (7,097) (7,097) (7,097) (7,097)
– (11,932) – (11,932) – – (424,076) (424,076) (436,008) (435,740)
Company
Thai Baht bonds – – – – – – (334,037) (334,037) (334,037) (333,937) K
Long term payables – – – – – – (643) (643) (643) (643) N
M
– – – – – – (334,680) (334,680) (334,680) (334,580) G
R
O
U
P
B
E
R
H
A
D
A
N
N
U
A
L
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Policy on transfer between levels
The fair value of an asset to be transferred between levels is determined as of the date of the event or
change in circumstances that caused the transfer.
Level 1 fair value
Level 1 fair value is derived from quoted price (unadjusted) in active markets for identical financial assets
or liabilities that the entity can access at the measurement date.
Level 2 fair value
Level 2 fair value is estimated using inputs other than quoted prices included within Level 1 that are
observable for the financial assets or liabilities, either directly or indirectly.
Derivatives
The fair value of forward exchange contracts and interest rate swaps is assessed using the quoted
market price obtained from Reuters or licensed financial institutions.
Transfer between Level 1 and Level 2 fair values
There has been no transfer between Level 1 and Level 2 fair values during the financial year (2016: no
transfer in either directions).
Level 3 fair value
Level 3 fair value is estimated using unobservable inputs (e.g. changes in market interest rates) for the
financial assets and liabilities. The fair values were determined using discounted cash flows based on
current market rate at reporting date.
K
N Non-derivative financial liabilities
M
G Fair value, which is determined for disclosure purposes, is calculated based on the present value of future
R
O principal and interest cash flows, discounted at the market rate of interest at the end of the reporting
U year.
P
B Interest rates used to determine fair value

E
R 2017 2016
H
A
D Group
A Fixed rate term loans 4.29% - 18.00% 5.66% - 12.00%
N Fixed rate guaranteed Thai Baht bonds 3.00% 3.00%
N Fixed rate finance lease liabilities 1.79% - 6.58% 1.79% - 6.30%
U
A
L Company
Fixed rate guaranteed Thai Baht bonds 3.00% 3.00%
R
E
P Sensitivity analysis and inter-relationship between unobservable inputs and fair value measurement
O
R
T The fair values would increase if the interest rates are higher. The Directors are of the view that the
changes are not significant and hence the sensitivity analysis is not presented.
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29. Capital management
The Group’s capital management objective is to ensure a strong and sustainable capital base that can support
the current and future business needs of the Group.
In support of that, the Group aims to manage within the limit of existing debt to equity ratio (DER) covenant.
As at 31 December 2017, the Group recorded a DER of 0.49 (2016: 0.55) as compared to the financial covenants
of not exceeding 1.0 time (2016: 1.00 time). The Group is also required to maintain certain financial covenant
ratios as disclosed in Note 15.
Group
2017 2016
RM’000 RM’000

Total loans and borrowings (Note 15) 1,188,966 1,321,399
Total equity 2,409,736 2,388,873
DER 0.49 0.55
30. Operating segment
The Group’s resources allocation is assessed on a quarterly basis or as needed basis in accordance to the
business performance and requirements of the respective geographical’s operating unit as reviewed and
determined by the Group’s Chief Operating Decision Maker (CODM) whom is also the Chief Executive Officer
of the Group. Hence, segment information is presented by geographical locations that the Group operates in.
The format of the geographical segments is based on the Group’s operation management and internal reporting
structure. Inter-segment pricing is determined based on negotiated terms.
Reporting on segmental profit, assets and liabilities include items directly attributable to geographical segments. K
N
Segment capital expenditure is the total cost incurred during the period to acquire segment assets that are M
expected to be used for more than one period. G
R
O
The segments are classified into geographical presence as follows: U
P
Geographical segment Countries
B
E
Asia and Oceania Malaysia, Thailand, China, Singapore, Indonesia, Australia and Mauritius R
H
A
Europe British Virgin Islands, United Arab Emirates, Netherlands, Saudi Arabia, Italy, United D
Kingdom, Germany and Isle of Man
A
N
America United States of America and Canada N
U
A
L
R
E
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30. Operating segment (continued)
Geographical segments
Asia and Oceania Europe America Consolidated

2017 2016 2017 2016 2017 2016 2017 2016
Revenue 201,472 403,147 1,179,717 1,159,309 8,465 84,326 1,389,654 1,646,782

Cost of sales (188,459) (574,162) (963,869) (944,538) (15,828) (121,613) (1,168,156) (1,640,313)
Gross profit/(loss) 13,013 (171,015) 215,848 214,771 (7,363) (37,287) 221,498 6,469
Administration expenses
and others (33,389) (69,969) (165,515) (202,574) (6,083) (9,423) (204,987) (281,966)
Operating (loss)/profit (20,376) (240,984) 50,333 12,197 (13,446) (46,710) 16,511 (275,497)
Add: Depreciation and
amortisation 29,158 20,959 67,112 68,898 4,605 4,386 100,875 94,243
Segment profit/(loss) 8,782 (220,025) 117,445 81,095 (8,841) (42,324) 117,386 (181,254)
Share of profit of
equity-accounted
investees, net of tax 2,301 1,140
Less: Depreciation and
amortisation (100,875) (94,243)
18,812 (274,357)
Finance costs (47,847) (44,422)
Finance income 517 2,132
Loss before tax (28,518) (316,647)
Major customers
K
N The Group does not have any customers where the group generates revenue equal to or more than 10% of the
M
Group’s total revenue.
G
R
O Asia and Oceania Europe America Consolidated
U 2017 2016 2017 2016 2017 2016 2017 2016
P RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000 RM’000
B
E Segment assets 1,549,517 1,743,135 2,747,763 2,793,294 69,431 105,030 4,366,711 4,641,459
R
H
A
D Segment liabilities 1,088,292 1,427,435 842,882 796,542 25,801 28,609 1,956,975 2,252,586
A
N
N Capital expenditure 73,152 76,314 20,947 34,263 – 307 94,099 110,884
U
A Depreciation and
L amortisation charged
R
to profit or loss 6,415 5,526 31,052 33,239 583 583 38,050 39,348
E Non-cash expenses
P other than depreciation
O
R and amortisation 3,210 26,919 15,051 37,909 – – 18,261 64,828
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31. Subsidiaries
The principal activities of the subsidiaries, their places of incorporation and the interests of KNM Group Berhad
are as follows:

Name of subsidiary Principal activities incorporation voting interest
2017 2016
% %
Subsidiaries of the Company
KNM Process Systems Design, manufacture, assembly Malaysia 100 100

Sdn. Bhd. and commissioning of process
equipment, pressure vessels,
heat exchangers, skid mounted
assemblies, process pipe systems,
storage tanks, specialised
structural assemblies and module
assemblies for the oil, gas and
petrochemical industries

KNM International Provision of management, Malaysia 100 100
Sdn. Bhd. **@ technical advisory, license and
trademark services to international
related companies and related
international investments

KNM Capital Sdn. Bhd. Provision of funding and treasury Malaysia 100 100
services and all related functions

KNM Management Provision of management, Malaysia 100 100 K
Services Sdn. Bhd. ** treasury, financial advisory, N
technical support, marketing, M
business development and G
procurement and all related R
O
functions U
P
KNM Renewable Energy Provision of process technology Malaysia 100 100
B
Sdn. Bhd. @ for the biofuels and seeds E
extraction plants, provision of R
H
turnkey services, including A
operation and maintenance D
services for biofuels and seeds
A
extraction plants and related N
investments in the renewable N
U
energy industries A
L
KNM Capital Labuan Provision of funding and treasury Labuan 100 100
R
Limited services and all related functions E
P
O
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31. Subsidiaries (continued)

2017 2016
% %
Subsidiaries of the Company

(continued)
Litwin Asia Pacific Dormant Malaysia 51 51

Sdn. Bhd. **
Prestige International Provision of funding and treasury Labuan 100 100

Ltd. services and all related functions

KNM HMS Energy Dormant Malaysia 70 70
Sdn. Bhd. ^$

KNM Capital (PIC) Dormant Malaysia 100 100
Sdn. Bhd. @

KNM Global (S) Pte Ltd. ^ Dormant Singapore 100 100

Splendid Investments Dormant Labuan 100 100
Limited @
Subsidiaries of KNM Process

Systems Sdn. Bhd.
K KNM OGPET (East Coast) Property investment Malaysia 100 100

N Sdn. Bhd. **@
M
G Duraton Engineering Provision of non-destructive Malaysia 100 100
R Sdn. Bhd. **@ testing services
O
U
P Perwira Awan Sdn. Bhd. ** Property investment Malaysia 100 100

B
E KNM Technical Services Provision of project management Malaysia 100 100
R Sdn. Bhd. and technical services
H
A
D Sumber Amantech Provision of project management Malaysia 100 100
Sdn. Bhd. and technical services
A
N
N KNM Exotic Equipment Design, manufacture, assembly Malaysia 100 100
U
A Sdn. Bhd. @ and commissioning of process
L equipment, pressure vessels, heat
exchangers, skid mounted
R
E assemblies, process pipe systems,
P storage tanks, specialised
O
R structural assemblies and
T module assemblies for the oil, gas
and petrochemical industries
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2017 2016
% %
Subsidiaries of KNM Process

Systems Sdn. Bhd.
(continued)
KNM Europa BV * Investment holding, financing, Netherlands 100 100

marketing and business
development services to the
related companies of KNM
Group in Europe
KNM BORSIG Services Contractor for oil and gas industries Malaysia 100 100
Sdn. Bhd. @ and provision of technical services
Deutsche KNM GmbH * Investment holding Germany 100 100

KNM OGPET (Sabah) Investment holding Malaysia 80 80
Sdn. Bhd. **@

KNM-DP Fabricators Dormant Malaysia 86 86
Sdn. Bhd. **@
KNM Transparent
Energy Sdn. Bhd. ^@ Dormant Malaysia 100 –
Subsidiaries of KNM Renewable K

Energy Sdn. Bhd. N
M

Global Green Energy Investment holding Isle of Man 100 100 G
R
Corporation Ltd. **@ O
U
Green Energy and Investment holding and design, Malaysia 51 51 P
Technology engineer, construct, commission B
Sdn. Bhd. **@ and operate waste to energy plants E
R
H
Asia Bio-fuels Investment holding Republic of 100 100 A
Limited **@ Mauritius D
A
Asia Biofuels II Ltd. **@ Investment holding Republic of 100 100 N
Mauritius N
U
A
L
Subsidiaries of KNM
R
International Sdn. Bhd. E
P
O
KNM Overseas Investment holding and provision of Malaysia 100 100 R
(China) Sdn. Bhd. **@ management and consultancy T
services
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2017 2016
% %
Subsidiaries of KNM
International Sdn. Bhd.
(continued)
FBM-KNM FZCO * Provision of manufacture of air United Arab 100 100

cooled heat exchangers, shell Emirates
and tube heat
exchangers, process gas
waste heat recovery systems,
heavy duty heat exchangers,
columns, towers, reactors and
other pressure vessels for the
oil, gas, petrochemicals and
desalination industries

Verwater KNM Sdn. Bhd. ** Involved in the business of Malaysia 100 100
relocating and jacking of tank
catalyst change-out and
chemical cleaning work
Kimma Thai Co., Ltd. **@ Investment holding Thailand 49 49
KNM Global Ltd. ^ Provision of management, British Virgin 100 100

procurement, business Islands
K development, technical advisory
N and marketing services
M
G PT KPE Industries **@ An assets holding company and Indonesia 100 100
R shall own the land, manufacturing
O
U plant and machinery in relation
P to the Group’s intended
manufacturing facility at the
B
E Kabil Industrial Estate in Batam,
R Indonesia
H
A
D Saudi KNM Ltd. ^ Production of platforms, towers, Saudi Arabia 51 51
columns, pressure pipe, large
A
N barrels, boilers, thermal
N transformers, large tanks and
U
A cooling fans
L
KNM Engineering Dormant India – 100
R
E Services Private
P Limited ^$
O
R
T
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2017 2016
% %
Subsidiary of KNM BORSIG

Services Sdn. Bhd.

BORSIG Services Australia Contractor for the oil and gas Australia 100 100
Pty. Ltd. ** industry and provision of technical
and maintenance services
Subsidiary of KNM Exotic

Equipment Sdn. Bhd.
KMK Power Sdn. Bhd. @ Investment holding Malaysia 100 100
Subsidiaries of KNM
Europa BV

FBM Hudson Italiana Design and manufacture of air- Italy 100 100
SpA * cooled heat exchangers, specialty
shell and tube heat exchangers
and process gas waste heat boilers
for the oil, gas, petrochemical and
desalination industries
FBM Icoss S.r.l * Design and construction of fully Italy 100 100 K
welded plate type heat exchanger N
plates, bundle exchangers and M
jacketed pressure vessels for G
different fields such as chemical, R
O
petrochemical, textile, U
pharmaceutical, food industry, P
aerospace and research industries
B
E
KNM Corporation @ Investment holding Canada 100 100 R
H
A
KNM Project Services Project management and services United 100 100 D
Limited **@ and provision of process Kingdom
A
technology for oil and gas, N
biomass, biofuels, waste to N
U
energy and power plants as well A
as provision of turnkey services L
including operation and
R
maintenance services E
P
O
R
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2017 2016
% %
Subsidiary of KNM Overseas

(China) Sdn. Bhd.
KNM Special Process Design, manufacture, assembly, China 100 100

Equipment (Changshu) commissioning and maintenance
Co., Ltd. ** of process equipment, pressure
vessels, heat exchangers, skid
mounted assemblies, process
pipe systems, storage tanks,
specialised structural assemblies
and module assemblies for the oil,
gas and petrochemical industries
within the China market
Subsidiary of Kimma Thai

Co., Ltd.
KNM Projects (Thailand) Operate the business of Thailand 74 74

Co., Ltd. **@ providing the services relating
to the arrangement of design,
engineering, procurement,
construction testing and other
kinds of services relating to oil,
K gas, petrochemical, minerals,
N biofuel and energy industries
M
G
R Subsidiary of Global Green
O
U Energy Corporation Ltd.
P
Peterborough Green Develop, build, own and operate United 100 100
B
E Energy Ltd. **@ the 18MW (Phase 1) Biomass Kingdom
R Waste to Energy Power Plant
H
A Project in Peterborough, United
D Kingdom
A
N
N Subsidiary of Asia Bio-fuels
U
A Limited & Asia Biofuels II Ltd.
L
Impress Ethanol Co., Manufacturer and distributor of Thailand 72 72
R
E Ltd. **@ alcohol/ethanol or fuel from
P agricultural products
O
R
T

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2017 2016
% %
Subsidiaries of KNM
Corporation
KNM Industries Inc @ An asset holding company and Canada 100 100
shall own the land, manufacturing
plant and machinery in relation
to the Group’s manufacturing
facility in Edmonton, Alberta,
Canada

KNM Process Design, manufacture, procurement Canada 100 100
Equipment Inc @ and manufacturing of process
equipment, including without
limitation pressure vessels,
reactors, column and towers,
drums, heat exchangers, air fin
coolers, process gas waste heat
boilers, specialised shell, tube
heat exchangers, condensers,
spheres, process tanks, mounded
bullets, process skid packages and
turnkey storage facilities for the
oil, gas, petrochemicals and
mineral processing industries in
Canada and the North America K
region N
M
KPS Inc @ Investment holding Canada 100 100 G
R
O
U
Subsidiary of KMK Power P
Sdn. Bhd.
B
E
Poplar Investments Property investment Isle of Man 100 100 R
H
Limited ** A
D

A
Subsidiaries of KPS Inc N
N
U
KPS Technology & Provision of sulphur removal and United States 94 94 A
Engineering LLC @ recovery related services to of America L
clients in the oil, gas and energy/
R
power industries in relation to E
sulphur removal and recovery P
O
technology R
T
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2017 2016
% %
Subsidiaries of KPS Inc

(continued)
KPS Technology Group Provision of sulphur removal and United States 100 100
LLC recovery related services to clients of America
in the oil, gas and energy/power
industries in relation to sulphur
removal and recovery technology
Subsidiary of KNM
Process Equipment Inc
1840355 Alberta Ltd. ^ Dormant Canada 100 100
Subsidiary of Deutsche
KNM GmbH

BORSIG Beteiligungs- Investment holding Germany 100 100
verwaltungsgesell-
schaft mbH *

K Subsidiary of BORSIG
N Beteiligungsverwaltungsgesellschaft
M mbH
G
R BORSIG GmbH * Advisory and administration Germany 100 100
O
U services as well as acquisition of
P and holding shares in other
companies on behalf and/or its
B
E own account, in particular for
R and to companies of the
H
A BORSIG Group
D
A
N Subsidiaries of BORSIG GmbH
N
U
A BORSIG Process Heat Processing, planning, fabrication Germany 100 100
L Exchanger GmbH * and distribution of and the trading
with machines, assets, apparatuses
R
E and miscellaneous components,
P particularly for generating plant,
O
R petrochemical and chemical
T industries

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2017 2016
% %
Subsidiaries of BORSIG GmbH

(continued)

BORSIG ZM System engineering, industrial Germany 100 100
Compression GmbH * fabrication, assembly services as
well as the sale of machines and
constructions of compressors,
containers, silo and conveyor
technique

BORSIG Membrane Processing, planning, fabrication Germany 100 100
Technology GmbH * and distribution of and trading
with machines and construction
of apparatuses and miscellaneous
components in the field of
membrane technique
BORSIG Service GmbH * Provides installation, maintenance Germany 100 100

and other industrial services of
machines and construction of
apparatuses and other
components

BORSIG Boiler Planning, delivery, installation, Germany 100 100
Systems GmbH * and implementation of K
constructions for generating plants N
as well as provision of M
maintenance and other services G
for such constructions R
O
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Subsidiary of BORSIG
Membrane Technology
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GMT Membrantechnik Development, processing and Germany 51 51
GmbH * distribution of membranes,
membrane modules and
membrane components

Subsidiary of BORSIG ZM
Compression GmbH

BORSIG Compressor Development, production and Germany 100 100
Parts GmbH * distribution of valves, compressor
parts, monitoring systems for
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of compressors and other assets
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* Audited by a member firm of KPMG.

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N @ The financial statements of these subsidiaries are prepared on a going concern basis as the Group will
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32. Acquisition of subsidiaries and non-controlling interest
In prior year, the Group acquired the entire equity interest in Asia Bio-fuels Limited and Asia Biofuels II Ltd.
(collectively referred to as “ABL Group”) and 51% equity interest in Green Energy and Technology Sdn. Bhd.
(“GET”), for a total cash consideration of RM89,134,000. The principal activities of the subsidiaries acquired
are shown in Note 31.
The acquisitions had the following effect on the Group’s assets and liabilities on acquisition date:
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acquisition Fair Recognised
carrying value values on
amounts adjustments acquisitions
RM’000 RM’000 RM’000

Property, plant and equipment (Note 3) 335,320 2,905 338,225
Other receivables and prepayments 28,690 – 28,690
Payables and accruals (292,509) – (292,509)
Net identifiable assets and liabilities 71,501 2,905 74,406
Non-controlling interest (16,442)

Goodwill on acquisition 31,170
Consideration paid, satisfied in cash 89,134

Cash acquired (19,824)
Net cash outflow 69,310
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Non-cancellable operating lease rentals are payable as follows: K

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34. Significant events during the year
34.1 On 14 September 2017, the Company received a confirmation from the Ministry of Corporate Affairs
in India that a subsidiary, KNM Engineering Services Private Limited, had been officially struck-off and
dissolved on 29 June 2017.
34.2 KNM Process Systems Sdn. Bhd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company, had on 19 October 2017
incorporated a wholly-owned subsidiary, KNM Transparent Energy Sdn. Bhd., for a total cash consideration
of RM2.00.
34.3 On 15 November 2017, Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad (“Bursa Securities”) approved the Company’s
private placement application to issue up to 213,281,400 new ordinary shares and the Company had on
16 November 2017 fixed the issue price at RM0.24 per share.
The private placement exercise was fully subscribed and raised total cash consideration of RM51,187,536
including transaction cost of RM1,266,528.
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Statement by Directors
pursuant to Section 251(2) of the Companies Act 2016
In the opinion of the Directors, the financial statements set out on pages 50 to 148 are drawn up in accordance with
Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards, International Financial Reporting Standards and the requirements of the
Companies Act 2016 in Malaysia so as to give a true and fair view of the financial position of the Group and of the
Company as at 31 December 2017 and of their financial performance and cash flows for the financial year then ended.
Signed on behalf of the Board of Directors in accordance with a resolution of the Directors:
…………………………………………………………
Dato’ Ab. Halim bin Mohyiddin
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Lee Swee Eng
Kuala Lumpur,
Date: 28 April 2018
Statutory declaration
pursuant to Section 251(1)(b) of the Companies Act 2016
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and sincerely declare that the financial statements set out on pages 50 to 148 are, to the best of my knowledge and
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INDEPENDENT AUDITORS’ REPORT
to the members of KNM Group Berhad
Report on the Audit of the Financial Statements
Opinion
We have audited the financial statements of KNM Group Berhad, which comprise the statements of financial position as
at 31 December 2017 of the Group and of the Company, and the statements of profit or loss and other comprehensive
income, consolidated statement of changes in equity, statement of changes in equity and statements of cash flows
of the Group and of the Company for the year then ended, and notes to the financial statements, including a summary
of significant accounting policies, as set out on pages 50 to 148.
In our opinion, the accompanying financial statements give a true and fair view of the financial position of the Group
and of the Company as at 31 December 2017, and of their financial performance and cash flows for the year then
ended in accordance with Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards, International Financial Reporting Standards and
the requirements of Companies Act 2016 in Malaysia.
Basis for Opinion
We conducted our audit in accordance with approved standards on auditing in Malaysia and International Standards
on Auditing. Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditors’ Responsibilities for the
Audit of the Financial Statements section of our auditors’ report. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained
is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion.
Independence
We are independent of the Group and of the Company in accordance with the By-Laws (On Professional Ethics,
Conduct and Practice) of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (“By-Laws”) and the International Ethics Standards
Board for Accountants’ Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants (“IESBA Code”), and we have fulfilled our other
ethical responsibilities in accordance with the By-Laws and the IESBA Code.
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Key Audit Matters
Key audit matters are those matters that, in our professional judgement, were of most significance in our audit of the
financial statements of the Group and of the Company for the current financial year. These matters were addressed
in the context of our audit of the financial statements of the Group and of the Company as a whole, and in forming
our opinion thereon, and we do not provide a separate opinion on these matters.
1. Valuation of Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets
Refer to Note 1(d) – Use of estimates and judgements, Note 2(f) – Intangible assets and Note 4 – Intangible
assets to the financial statements.
Under MFRS 136, Impairment of Assets, the Group is required to assess annually the amounts of goodwill and
other intangible assets for impairment. The Group’s goodwill on consolidation and other intangible assets
amounted to RM918,308,000 and RM496,502,000 respectively as at 31 December 2017. There is a risk that the
carrying values of the Group’s goodwill and other intangible assets may not be recoverable when comparing
the carrying values with the recoverable amounts, which are determined based on fair value less costs of
disposal and value in use calculations respectively for the Germany and Thailand units. Both calculations are
determined by discounting future cash flows to present value. Due to the inherent uncertainties involved in
projecting and discounting future cash flows which are affected by future market or economic conditions, this
is one of the key judgemental area that our audit concentrated on.
How the matter was addressed in our audit
Our audit procedures included, among others, understanding the process activities undertaken by the
management in assessing the potential impairment of cash-generating units (“CGUs”) containing goodwill
and other intangible assets.
In assessing the reasonableness of value in use, we obtained the discounted cash flow projections, and
assessed the key estimates and assumptions which were used in preparing the cash flow projections, with
reference to internally and externally derived sources and taking into account the CGUs’ historical accuracy in
arriving at projections.
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to revenue growth, gross profit margins, EBITDA growth, discount rates and terminal growth rates applied to N
the respective cash flows, by comparing to historical results and competitors in the industry. M
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2. Recognition of Deferred Tax Assets
Refer to Note 1(d) – Use of estimates and judgements, Note 2(q) – Income tax and Note 9 – Deferred tax assets/
(liabilities) to the financial statements.
A subsidiary has recognised deferred tax assets amounting to RM337,583,000 as of 31 December 2017, mainly
attributed from unutilised tax losses and unabsorbed capital allowances (tax incentives). In accordance with
MFRS 112, Income Taxes, deferred tax assets are recognised to the extent that it is probable that future taxable
profits will be available against which the temporary difference can be utilised. The recognition of deferred
tax assets is based on the projection of future taxable income in that subsidiary. There is a risk that due to
the assumptions used, which included future events, actual results may be significantly different from the
management’s estimate of future profitability. Due to the inherent uncertainties involved in projecting future
taxable profits, this is one of the key judgemental area that our audit is concentrated on.
Our audit procedures included, inspecting incentives letter to ascertain conditions for tax incentives have
been fulfilled, and understanding the process activities undertaken by the management in projecting the
subsidiary’s future profitability. We considered the subsidiary’s historical accuracy in arriving at projections
and the anticipated events that will occur. By gathering supporting documentations, which included the
estimation of future contract revenue and the related contracts’ profit margins that could be generated, timing
as to when the contracts can be secured, project financing and support of lenders to facilitate the timing of
projects, operating and administrative costs, capital expenditure and other capital management transactions,
we assessed the reasonableness of key assumptions used.
We evaluated the key assumptions made by senior operational, commercial and financial management personnel
to determine whether there were differences or forecast errors, including inappropriate assumptions based
on historical performance and industry knowledge.
We inspected minutes and correspondences with customers, and corroborated the findings by obtaining
assessments from operational and technical management personnel to evaluate the reasonableness of
K management’s projections of future contract revenue and timing of project works.
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3. Construction Contracts Revenue, Construction Contracts Profits and Recoverability of Amount due from
Contract Customers
Refer to Note 1(d) – Use of estimates and judgements, Note 2(o)(i) – Revenue and other income and Note 11
– Trade and other receivables to the financial statements.
The Group has construction contracts with targeted completion periods ranging from 12 to 24 months. The
recognition of construction contracts revenue and profits are based on percentage of completion, assessed
by reference to surveys of work performed/completion of a physical proportion of contract work. Judgement
is required in the estimation of physical proportion of contract work. An error in the estimation could result in
a material variance in the amount of revenue and profits recognised to date and in the current period. Due to
the level of judgement involved, this is one of the key judgemental area that our audit is concentrated on.
Our audit procedures included, among others, understanding the process activities undertaken by the
management in assessing the reasonableness of construction contracts revenue, construction contracts profits
and recoverability of amount due from contract customers. We used a variety of quantitative and qualitative
factors to select construction contracts with a higher risk of material error based on their size or complexity
for testing.
We read correspondences and minutes of meeting with customers, selected signed contracts and read key
clauses to identify relevant contractual terms covering damages and variation orders and determined whether
these were factored in the revenue recognition. This includes inspection of amount of revenue agreed in signed
contracts and approved variation orders.
The Group recognises construction contracts revenue based on percentage of completion. We have evaluated
the reasonableness of percentage of completion by obtaining documentations to support the stage of
completion of physical contract work performed, and evaluated against the requirements of MFRS 111,
Construction Contracts.
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4. Recoverability Assessment of Interests in Subsidiaries and Amounts due from Subsidiaries (Company level)
Refer to Note 2(c) – Financial instruments, Note 5 – Interests in subsidiaries and Note 11 – Trade and other
receivables to the financial statements.
As of 31 December 2017, the Company recorded total interests in subsidiaries and amounts due from
subsidiaries of RM2,054,614,000 and RM213,753,000. We noted that several subsidiaries were either dormant
since incorporation, or loss-making and have deficits in shareholders’ funds at 31 December 2017, which led
to indicators of potential impairment. Due to the substantial amounts with potential impairment concerns, we
have identified this as one of the key judgemental area that our audit is concentrated on.
We evaluated the financial positions of the Company’s subsidiaries and assessed the basis and assumptions
included in management’s recoverable amount calculations. The assumptions included past and future
profitability, future plans and where applicable, financial support from subsidiaries. We have compared the
impairment loss provided against exposure from outstanding amounts in evaluating management’s impairment
assessment.
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Information Other than the Financial Statements and Auditors’ Report Thereon
he Directors of the Company are responsible for the other information. The other information comprises the
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information included in the Directors’ Report and the Statement on Risk Management and Internal Control (but does
not include the financial statements of the Group and of the Company and our auditors’ report thereon), which we
obtained prior to the date of our auditors’ report. The remaining parts of the annual report are expected to be made
available to us after that date.
Our opinion on the financial statements of the Group and of the Company does not cover the other information and
we do not express any form of assurance conclusion thereon.
I n connection with our audit of the financial statements of the Group and of the Company, our responsibility is to
read the other information identified above and, in doing so, consider whether the other information is materially
inconsistent with the financial statements of the Group and of the Company or our knowledge obtained in the audit,
or otherwise appears to be materially misstated. If, based on the work we have performed on the other information
that we obtained prior to the date of our auditors’ report, 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.
hen we read the remaining parts of the annual report, if we conclude that there is a material misstatement therein,
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accordance with approved standards on auditing in Malaysia and International Standards on Auditing.
Responsibilities of the Directors for the Financial Statements
The Directors of the Company are responsible for the preparation of these financial statements of the Group and of the
Company so as to give a true and fair view in accordance with Malaysian Financial Reporting Standards, International
Financial Reporting Standards and the requirements of Companies Act 2016 in Malaysia. The Directors are also
responsible for such internal control as the Directors determine is necessary to enable the preparation of financial
statements of the Group and of the Company that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
In preparing the financial statements of the Group and of the Company, the Directors are responsible for assessing
the ability of the Group and of the Company to continue as going concerns, 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 the Company or to cease operations, or have no realistic alternative but to do so. K
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Auditors’ Responsibility for the Audit of the Financial Statements
Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements of the Group and of the
Company as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditors’
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 approved standards on auditing in Malaysia and International Standards on
Auditing 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 financial statements.
As part of an audit conducted in accordance with approved standards on auditing in Malaysia and International
Standards on Auditing, we exercise professional judgement and maintain professional scepticism throughout the
audit. We also:
• Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements of the Group and of the
Company, whether due to fraud or error, design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks, and
obtain audit evidence that is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. The risk of not
detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud
may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal control.
• Obtain an understanding of internal controls relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures that are
appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of
internal control of the Group or of the Company.
• Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates
and related disclosures made by the Directors.
• Conclude on the appropriateness of the Directors’ use of the going concern basis of accounting and, based
on the audit evidence obtained, whether a material uncertainty exists related to events or conditions that
may cast significant doubt on the ability of the Group or of the Company to continue as going concerns. If we
conclude that a material uncertainty exists, we are required to draw attention in our audit report to the related
disclosures in the financial statements of the Group and of the Company or, if such disclosures are inadequate,
to modify our opinion. Our conclusions are based on the audit evidence obtained up to the date of our audit
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Auditors’ Responsibility for the Audit of the Financial Statements (continued)
From the matters communicated with the Directors, we determine those matters that were of most significance in the
audit of the financial statements of the Group and of the Company for the current financial year and are therefore the
key audit matters. We describe these matters in our audit report unless law or regulation precludes public disclosure
about the matter or when, in extremely rare circumstances, we determine that a matter should not be communicated
in our audit report because the adverse consequences of doing so would reasonably be expected to outweigh the
public interest benefits of such communication.
Report on Other Legal and Regulatory Requirements
In accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act 2016 in Malaysia, we report that the subsidiaries of which
we have not acted as auditors are disclosed in Note 31 to the financial statements.
Other Matters
This report is made solely to the members of the Company, as a body, in accordance with Section 266 of the
Companies Act 2016 in Malaysia and for no other purpose. We do not assume responsibility to any other person
for the content of this report.
KPMG PLT Tai Yoon Foo

(LLP0010081-LCA & AF 0758) Approval Number: 2948/05/18(J)
Chartered Accountants Chartered Accountant
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List of Top 10 Major Properties
owned by the Group as at 31 December 2017
Approximate Date of Net

Land Built-up Age of Acquisition/ Book Value
Location Existing Use Tenure Area Area Building Revaluation (RM’000)
1. 279 Moo 13, Khao Hin Sorn (i) Industrial land Freehold 759,228 m2 – – 31/12/2016 } 299,048
Chachoengsao }
Thailand (ii) Factory – – 56,995 m2 10 years/ 30/06/2017 }
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2. Plot U13, Storeys Bar Road Vacant land Freehold 331,800 m2 – – 06/02/2015 } 144,938
Peterborough }
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3. Via Valtrighe, 5 & 6 (i) Fabrication plant – – 48,937 m2 1st phase – 31/12/2014 } 130,203
24030 Terno d’lsola (BG); 51 years }
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(ii) Staff house – – 396 m2 57 years 31/12/2014 }
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(iii) Staff house – – 120 m2 36 years 31/12/2014 }
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(iv) Agricultural area – 65,550 m2 – – 31/12/2014 }
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(v) Industrial area – 144,819 m2 – – 31/12/2014 }
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Via Italia (vi) Reserved area – 3,225 m2 – – 31/12/2014 }
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5. Lot 105 & 106 (i) Industrial land Leasehold 36,420 m2 – – 31/12/2014 } 54,687
Jalan Gebeng 1/6 (66 years) }
Gebeng Industrial Estate Expiring on }
26080 Kuantan 01/06/2064 }
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Malaysia (ii) Fabrication plant – – 18,778 m2 17 years 31/12/2014 }
and office building }
6. 6204-46 Ave (i) Industrial land – 457,299 m2 – – 19/12/2014 } 48,937

Tofield, AB TOB 4JO }
Canada (ii) Fabrication plant – – 9,862 m2 13 years 19/12/2014 }
7. Jiangsu Province Changshu (i) Industrial land Leasehold 33,537 m2 – – 10/12/2014 } 43,716
Economic Development Area - (50 years) }
“Chang Rang Guo Yong Expiring on }
(2002) Zi No. 192”; 09/07/2052 }
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“Shu Fangquanzheng Bixi (ii) Fabrication plant Leasehold – 17,012 m2 16 years 09/12/2014 }
Zi No. 10001641”; and office building (50 years) }
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“Chang Guo Yong (2009) (iii) Industrial land Leasehold 33,333 m2 – – 10/12/2014 }
Zi No. 04329”; (50 years) }
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“Shu Fangquanzheng Bixi (iv) Fabrication plant Leasehold – 23,818 m2 11 years 09/12/2014 }
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10. Lot 208, Jalan PBR 19 and (i) Industrial land Leasehold 5,857 m2 – – 31/12/2014 } 23,218
Lots 2835 & 2836, Jalan PBR 22 (Lot 2835) (99 years) }
Bukit Rambai Industrial Estate Expiring on }
Tanjong Minyak, Melaka 28/05/2094 }
Malaysia }
(ii) Industrial land Leasehold 5,042 m2 6,612 m2 – 31/12/2014 }
(Lot 2836) (99 years) }
Expiring on }
28/05/2094 }
}
(iii) Industrial land Leasehold 17,769 m2 – – 31/12/2014 }
(Lot 2837) (99 years) }
Expiring on }
28/05/2094 }
}
(iv) Fabrication plant – – 6,369 m2 14 years 31/12/2014 }
(Lot 2835 & 2836) }
}
(v) Fabrication plant – – 9,879 m2 26 years 31/12/2014 }
(Lot 2837) }
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ANALYSIS OF SHAREHOLDINGS
AND WARRANTHOLDINGS
as at 31 March 2018
A) ANALYSIS OF SHAREHOLDINGS
Total Number of Issued Shares : 2,369,437,255*

Class of Shares : Ordinary shares
Voting Rights : One vote per ordinary share held

Note:
* Inclusive of 23,341,275 treasury shares
DISTRIBUTION OF SHAREHOLDINGS (as per Record of Depositors as at 31 March 2018)
No. of No. of
Range of Shareholdings Shareholders % Shares %
Less than 100 1,521 3.99 69,956 Negligible

100 to 1,000 4,103 10.77 2,536,033 0.11
1,001 to 10,000 15,902 41.74 79,821,287 3.40
10,001 to 100,000 13,955 36.63 500,307,642 21.32
100,001 to less than 5% of issued shares 2,615 6.87 1,644,761,062 70.11
5% and above of issued shares 1 Negligible 118,600,000 5.06
TOTAL 38,097 100.00 2,346,095,980^ 100.00
Note:
^ Excluding 23,341,275 treasury shares
THIRTY LARGEST SHAREHOLDERS (as per Record of Depositors as at 31 March 2018)
No. of
No. Name of Shareholders Shares Held %#
1. MIDF Amanah Investment Nominees (Tempatan) Sdn Bhd K

- Pledged Securities Account for Inter Merger Sdn Bhd N
M
(MGN-IMS0005M) 118,600,000 5.06
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2. Affin Hwang Nominees (Tempatan) Sdn Bhd O
- Pledged Securities Account for Inter Merger Sdn Bhd 90,945,042 3.88 U
P
3. Pui Cheng Wui 83,718,900 3.57 B
E
4. Citigroup Nominess (Asing) Sdn Bhd R
H
- Exempt An for Citibank New York (Norges Bank 14) 44,558,000 1.90 A
D
5. HSBC Nominees (Asing) Sdn Bhd A
- Exempt An for Bank Julius Baer & Co. Ltd. (Singapore BCH) 33,300,000 1.42 N
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6. CIMSEC Nominees (Tempatan) Sdn Bhd A
- CIMB Bank for Tan Kim Heung (MY1989) 25,000,000 1.06 L
R
7. Citigroup Nominees (Asing) Sdn Bhd E
- Exempt An for UBS AG Singapore (Foreign) 22,627,100 0.96 P
O
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8. Citigroup Nominees (Asing) Sdn Bhd T
- CBLDN for Polunin Emerging Markets Small Cap Fund, LLC 21,998,760 0.94
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as at 31 March 2018
(continued)
THIRTY LARGEST SHAREHOLDERS (as per Record of Depositors as at 31 March 2018) (Cont’d)
No. of
9. HSBC Nominees (Asing) Sdn Bhd

- JPMCB NA for Vanguard Total International Stock Index Fund 19,913,225 0.85
10. Maybank Nominees (Tempatan) Sdn Bhd

- Pledged Securities Account for Inter Merger Sdn Bhd 18,232,951 0.78
11. Maybank Securities Nominees (Tempatan) Sdn Bhd

- Pledged Securities Account for Tegas Klasik Sdn Bhd (Margin) 17,971,090 0.77
12. Citigroup Nominees (Tempatan) Sdn Bhd

- Employees Provident Fund Board (RHB Inv) 17,383,000 0.74

- JPMCB NA for Vanguard Emerging Markets Stock Index Fund 16,010,600 0.68
14. MIDF Amanah Investment Nominees (Tempatan) Sdn Bhd

- Pledged Securities Account for Lee Swee Eng (MGN-LSE0004M) 15,580,000 0.66
15. Citigroup Nominees (Asing) Sdn Bhd

- CBLDN for Polunin Developing Countries Fund, LLC 12,984,857 0.55
16. Affin Hwang Nominees (Asing) Sdn Bhd

- Pledged Securities Account for Aveda Assets Capital Inc. 12,850,000 0.55
17. Maybank Nominees (Tempatan) Sdn Bhd

- Pledged Securities Account for Lee Swee Eng 10,259,404 0.44

- Kumpulan Wang Persaraan (Diperbadankan) (Affin AM B EQ) 10,031,480 0.43
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N 19. AMSEC Nominees (Tempatan) Sdn Bhd
M - Pledged Securities Account for Koh Kin Lip 10,000,000 0.43
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R 20. CIMSEC Nominees (Tempatan) Sdn Bhd
O - CIMB Bank for Koh Kin Lip (MY0502) 10,000,000 0.43
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B - Employees Provident Fund Board (PHEIM) 9,888,000 0.42
E
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H 22. Citigroup Nominees (Asing) Sdn Bhd
A - CBNY for Dimensional Emerging Markets Value Fund 9,080,290 0.39
D
A 23. Chua Sim Neo @ Diana Chua 9,000,000 0.38

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N 24. Ooi Cheow Har 8,300,000 0.35
U
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L 25. Citigroup Nominees (Asing) Sdn Bhd
R - CEP For Polunin Funds 8,092,056 0.34
E
P 26. Citigroup Nominees (Asing) Sdn Bhd
O
R - CBNY for Emerging Market Core Equity Portfolio DFA Investment
T Dimensions Group Inc 8,072,566 0.34
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THIRTY LARGEST SHAREHOLDERS (as per Record of Depositors as at 31 March 2018) (Cont’d)
No. of
27. Tee Kim Chee 8,000,000 0.34
28. Cartaban Nominees (Asing) Sdn Bhd

- SSBT Fund FA2N for Parametric Tax-Managed Emerging Markets Fund 7,927,875 0.34
29. Public Nominees (Tempatan) Sdn Bhd

- Pledged Securities Account for Poh Seng Kian (TJJ/KEN) 7,822,000 0.33

- Kumpulan Wang Persaraan (Diperbadankan) (Kenanga) 7,700,000 0.33
TOTAL 695,847,196 29.66
SHAREHOLDINGS OF SUBSTANTIAL SHAREHOLDERS

(as per Register of Substantial Shareholders of the Company as at 31 March 2018)
No. of Shares Held in KNM Group Berhad

Name of Shareholders Direct %# Indirect %#
Inter Merger Sdn Bhd 227,855,551 9.71 46,206,897a 1.97

Ir Lee Swee Eng 37,408,838 1.59 329,102,856b 14.03
Gan Siew Liat 9,045,000 0.39 329,102,856c 14.03

DIRECTORS’ INTERESTS IN SHARES IN KNM GROUP BERHAD AND RELATED CORPORATION
(as per Register of Directors’ Shareholdings of the Company as at 31 March 2018)
No. of Shares Held in KNM Group Berhad

Name of Directors Direct %# Indirect %#
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Dato’ Ab Halim bin Mohyiddin 2,452,500 0.10 – – M
Ir Lee Swee Eng 37,408,838 1.59 329,102,856b 14.03
G
Dato’ Dr Khalid bin Ngah – – – – R
Dato’ Sri Adnan bin Wan Mamat – – – – O
Soh Yoke Yan – – – – U
P
Gan Siew Liat 9,045,000 0.39 329,102,856c 14.03
Chew Fook Sin 5,173,140 0.22 22,448,058d 0.96 B
E
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Initial Capital Contribution H
KPS Technology & Engineering LLC A
D
Name of Director Direct % Indirect %
A
Ir Lee Swee Eng USD100,000 5.56 USD1,700,000e 94.44 N
N
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Notes:- A
# Percentage interest is based on the total ordinary shares of 2,346,095,980 (excluding 23,341,275 treasury shares L
held as at 31 March 2018).
a Deemed interested by virtue of Inter Merger Sdn Bhd’s (“IMSB”) financing transaction with Credit Suisse International. R
b Deemed interested by virtue of his indirect interest in IMSB, direct interest in Tegas Klasik Sdn Bhd (“TKSB”), direct E
interest in Aveda Assets Capital Inc. (“Aveda”) and interest of his children in KNM. P
c Deemed interested by virtue of her indirect interest in IMSB, interest of her spouse in TKSB and Aveda, and interest O
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of her children in KNM. T
d Deemed interested by virtue of his direct interest in TKSB, and interest of his spouse and children in KNM.
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B) ANALYSIS OF WARRANTHOLDINGS
Warrants 2015/2020 (Warrants B) : 161,578,504 Warrants B at an exercise price of RM1.00 each

Maturity Date : 21 April 2020
DISTRIBUTION OF WARRANTHOLDINGS (as per Record of Depositors as at 31 March 2018)
No. of No. of
Range of Warrantholdings Warrantholders % Warrants B %
Less than 100 706 8.08 32,915 0.02

100 to 1,000 4,281 48.97 2,046,958 1.27
1,001 to 10,000 2,748 31.44 9,075,532 5.62
10,001 to 100,000 771 8.82 28,854,119 17.86
100,001 to less than 5% of issued warrants 234 2.68 112,562,528 69.66
5% and above of issued warrants 1 0.01 9,006,452 5.57
TOTAL 8,741 100.00 161,578,504 100.00
THIRTY LARGEST WARRANTHOLDERS (as per Record of Depositors as at 31 March 2018)

No. of
No. Name of Warrantholders Warrants B Held %^
1. Affin Hwang Nominees (Tempatan) Sdn Bhd

- Pledged Securities Account for Inter Merger Sdn Bhd 9,006,452 5.57
2. Affin Hwang Nominees (Asing) Sdn Bhd

- Pledged Securities Account for Aveda Assets Capital Inc. 6,425,000 3.98
3. Md Nor bin Mansor 5,000,000 3.09
K 4. Ngan Teng Han 3,806,000 2.36

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5. Aslina Binti Mohd Islam 3,000,000 1.86
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U - Pledged Securities Account for Lim Lian Seng (800394) 2,800,000 1.73
P
B 7. Cartaban Nominees (Tempatan) Sdn Bhd

E - RHB Trustees Berhad for SP Tactical Investment Fund 2,689,500 1.66
R
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A 8. CIMSEC Nominees (Tempatan) Sdn Bhd
D - CIMB Bank for Khaw Ski Tian (MP0066) 2,670,000 1.65
A
N 9. Citigroup Nominees (Asing) Sdn Bhd
N - Exempt An for Citibank New York (Norges Bank 1) 2,511,250 1.55
U
A
L 10. Citigroup Nominees (Tempatan) Sdn Bhd
- Exempt An for AIA Bhd 2,306,340 1.43
R
E
P 11. Affin Hwang Nominees (Tempatan) Sdn Bhd
O
R - Pledged Securities Account for Lee Swee Eng 2,226,500 1.38
T
12. Lim Chin Kiong 2,000,000 1.24
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THIRTY LARGEST WARRANTHOLDERS (as per Record of Depositors as at 31 March 2018) (cont’D)

No. of
No. Name of Warrantholders Warrants B Held %^

- Pledged Securities Account for Lim Peng Heng (E-TSA) 1,850,000 1.15
14. Citigroup Nominees (Asing) Sdn Bhd

- CBLDN for Polunin Emerging Markets Small Cap Fund, LLC 1,833,230 1.14
15. CIMSEC Nominees (Tempatan) Sdn Bhd

- CIMB Bank for Chong Hwa Jau (M78040) 1,780,000 1.10
16. Christopher Ling Siew Ming 1,487,800 0.92
17. Ong Yew Beng 1,450,000 0.90
18. Choong Kean Leang 1,288,000 0.80
19. Affin Hwang Nominees (Tempatan) Sdn Bhd

- Pledged Securities Account for Hon Kwong Yew (M09) 1,250,000 0.77

- Pledged Securities Account for Lai Ee Fong (E-TSA) 1,200,000 0.74
21. CIMSEC Nominees (Tempatan) Sdn Bhd

- CIMB Bank for Mak Pak Lin (MY1378) 1,175,400 0.73

- Pledged Securities Account for Lim Jit Soon (E-KLC) 1,101,900 0.68

- JPMCB NA for Vanguard Total International Stock Index Fund 1,085,088 0.67
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- Hii Bik Kuok 1,050,000 0.65
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25. Maybank Nominees (Tempatan) Sdn Bhd O
- Pledged Securities Account for Lim Peng Heng 1,018,350 0.63 U
P
26. Chiow Ya Yess 1,000,000 0.62 B
E
27. Lim Wei Therk 1,000,000 0.62 R
H
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28. Tan Kok Keat 950,000 0.59 D
A
29. HLB Nominees (Tempatan) Sdn Bhd N
- Pledged Securities Account for Ooi Choi Kiat 910,200 0.56 N
U
A
30. Citigroup Nominees (Asing) Sdn Bhd L
- CBLDN for Polunin Developing Countries Fund, LLC 903,790 0.56
R
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DIRECTORS’ INTERESTS IN WARRANTS IN KNM GROUP BERHAD

(as per Register of Directors’ Warrantholdings of the Company as at 31 March 2018)
No. of Warrants B Held in KNM Group Berhad

Name of Directors Direct %^ Indirect %^
Dato’ Ab Halim bin Mohyiddin 204,375 0.13 – –

Ir Lee Swee Eng 2,226,562 1.38 16,930,640a 10.48
Dato’ Dr Khalid bin Ngah – – – –
Dato’ Sri Adnan bin Wan Mamat – – – –
Soh Yoke Yan – – 10,000b 0.01
Gan Siew Liat 874,375 0.54 16,930,640c 10.48
Chew Fook Sin 358,595 0.22 993,171d 0.61
Notes:-
^ Percentage interest is based on the total outstanding Warrants B of 161,578,504 as at 31 March 2018.
a Deemed interested by virtue of his indirect interest in Inter Merger Sdn Bhd (“IMSB”), direct interest in Tegas Klasik
Sdn Bhd (“TKSB”), direct interest in Aveda Assets Capital Inc. (“Aveda”) and interest of his children in KNM.
b Deemed interested by virtue of the interest of her spouse in KNM.
c Deemed interested by virtue of her indirect interest in IMSB, interest of her spouse in TKSB and Aveda, and interest
of her children in KNM.
d Deemed interested by virtue of his direct interest in TKSB, and interest of his spouse and children in KNM.
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KNM GROUP BERHAD CDS Account Number
(Company No. 521348-H)
Number of Ordinary Shares Held
FORM OF PROXY
*I/We____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
(full name in block capitals)
of_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
(full address)
being a *member/members of KNM GROUP BERHAD hereby appoint (full name as per NRIC and in block capitals)
(i)__________________________________________________________________________________ NRIC No.:___________________________________
of (full address) __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
(ii) _________________________________________________________________________________ NRIC No.:___________________________________
of (full address) __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
or failing *him/her, the Chairman of the meeting, as *my/our proxy to vote for *me/us on *my/our behalf at the 16th Annual General
Meeting of the Company to be held at Parameswara Room, Level 2, Philea Mines Beach Resort, Jalan Dulang, MINES Resort City,
43300 Seri Kembangan, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia on Wednesday, 27 June 2018 at 10.00 a.m. or at any adjournment thereof,
in the manner indicated below:
No. Resolutions For Against
1. Re-election of Ir Lee Swee Eng as Director
2. Re-election of Soh Yoke Yan as Director
3. Approval of Directors’ fees and benefits
4. Re-appointment of Messrs KPMG PLT as Auditors
5. Retention of Dato’ Ab Halim bin Mohyiddin as Independent Director
6. Authorisation for Directors to issue shares
7. Proposed Renewal of Share Buy-Back Mandate
8. Proposed Shareholders’ Mandate for Recurrent Related Party Transactions
Please indicate with an “x” in the space provided above how you wish to cast your vote. If no specific direction as to voting is given,
the proxy will vote or abstain at his/her discretion.
The proportions of *my/our holdings to be represented by my *proxy/proxies are as follows:
First Named Proxy %

Second Named Proxy %
Total 100%
Signed (and sealed) this ________________ day of ______________________, 2018

___________________________________________________ ________________________________________________
Signature of Shareholder Common Seal to be affixed here if
Shareholder is a Corporate Member
* Delete if not applicable
Notes:-
(i) A proxy may but need not be a member of the Company.
(ii) A member shall not, subject to paragraph (iii) below, be entitled to appoint more than two (2) proxies to attend and vote at the same
meeting. Where a member appoints more than one (1) proxy to attend and vote at the same meeting, the appointment shall be
invalid unless he/she specifies the proportions of his/her holdings to be represented by each proxy.
(iii) Where a member of the Company is an exempt authorised nominee as defined under the Securities Industry (Central Depositories)
Act 1991 which holds ordinary shares in the Company for multiple beneficial owners in one securities account (“omnibus account”),
there is no limit to the number of proxies which the exempt authorised nominee may appoint in respect of each omnibus account
it holds.
(iv) To be valid, the duly completed form of proxy must be deposited at the registered office of the Company at 15 Jalan Dagang SB
4/1, Taman Sungai Besi Indah, 43300 Seri Kembangan, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia not less than forty-eight (48) hours before
the time for holding the meeting or any adjournment thereof.
(v) The instrument appointing a proxy shall be in writing under the hand of the appointer or of his/her attorney duly authorised in writing
or if the appointer is a corporation, either under its common seal or under the hand of its officer or attorney duly authorised.
(vi) In respect of deposited securities, only members whose names appear in the Record of Depositors on 20 June 2018 shall be eligible
✄
to attend the meeting or appoint proxies to attend and vote in his/her stead.
(vii) Pursuant to Paragraph 8.29A(1) of the Main Market Listing Requirements of Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad, all resolutions set
out in the Notice of the 16th Annual General Meeting will be put to vote by way of poll.
Fold this flap for sealing
Then fold here
AFFIX
STAMP
THE COMPANY SECRETARY

KNM GROUP BERHAD (521348-H)
15 Jalan Dagang SB 4/1
Taman Sungai Besi Indah
43300 Seri Kembangan
Selangor Darul Ehsan
Malaysia
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Vision

To be a leading process equipment manufacturer

Ir Lee Swee Eng Gan Siew Liat

Dato’ Dr Khalid bin Ngah Chew Fook Sin

Dato’ Sri Adnan bin Wan Mamat

Chairman Dato’ Ab Halim Dato’ Ab Halim Dato’ Dr Khalid Dato’ Dr Khalid

Dato’ Dr Khalid Dato’ Dr Khalid Dato’ Ab Halim Soh Yoke Yan

Soh Yoke Yan Ir Lee Swee Eng

GROUP COMPANY SECRETARY REGISTERED OFFICE DATE OF INCORPORATION

5. Retention of Dato’ Ab Halim bin Mohyiddin as Independent Director Ordinary Resolution 5

“THAT Dato’ Ab Halim bin Mohyiddin be and is hereby retained as an Independent

7. Proposed renewal of shareholders’ mandate for share buy-back Ordinary Resolution 7

(ii) the amount of funds to be allocated by the Company pursuant to the

(a) retained as treasury shares; and/or

(b) cancelled; and/or

(c) resold on the market of Bursa Securities in accordance to the Main

(d) distributed as dividends to the shareholders; and/or

(e) transferred for purposes of an employees’ share scheme and/or as

(i) recurrent transactions of a revenue or trading nature;

(ii) necessary for the day-to-day operations;

(iv) are not to the detriment of minority shareholders,

(hereinafter referred to as the “Proposed Recurrent RPT Mandate”);

(ii) A proxy may but need not be a member of the Company.

EXPLANATORY NOTES ON SPECIAL BUSINESS

1. Retention of Dato’ Ab Halim bin Mohyiddin as Independent Director

In respect of the proposed Ordinary Resolution 5:-

Repayment of bank borrowings 40,000

STATEMENT ACCOMPANYING NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

1. Details of persons who are standing for election as Directors

2. Ordinary resolution on authority to Directors to allot and issue shares

100% KNM Management 100% Deutsche KNM GmbH 100% BORSIG

100% KNM Technical Services Sdn Bhd 100% BORSIG GmbH

100% Duraton Engineering Sdn Bhd 100% BORSIG Service GmbH

40% Dimensi Bumijaya Sdn Bhd

100% KNM Transparent Energy Sdn Bhd

86% KNM-DP Fabricators Sdn Bhd 94.44% KPS Technology &

100% KNM Capital

30% 100% FBM Hudson Italiana SpA 7% Byelkamit JSC

48% Kimma Thai Co Ltd 51% KNM Projects (Thailand) Co Ltd A

2017 2016 2015 2014 2013

Revenue (RM’000) 1,389,654 1,646,782 1,641,282 1,865,131 1,984,006

(Loss)/Profit Before Tax (RM’000) (28,518) (316,647) 124,135 118,249 44,557

(Loss)/Profit After Tax (RM’000) (45,204) (333,124) 47,899 39,752 19,908

(Loss)/Earnings Before Interest, Tax,

Shareholders’ Equity (RM’000) 2,396,222 2,385,418 2,718,794 2,162,046 2,059,755

REVENUE (RM’OOO) (Loss)/Profit After Tax (RM’OOO)

MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION & ANALYSIS OPERATION

Liquidity and Capital Resources

DATO’ AB HALIM BIN MOHYIDDIN, DPMS IR LEE SWEE ENG

She is not a Director of any other public listed companies. R

GAN SIEW LIAT CHEW FOOK SIN

CHEW FOOK SIN ALEXANDER NEUBAUER

FELIX WONG YEEN KEE FLAVIO PORRO

Role and Principal Responsibilities

Access to Information and Advice

Number of meetings attended %

Dato’ Ab Halim bin Mohyiddin (Chairman) 2/2 100

Number of meetings attended %

Dato’ Dr Khalid bin Ngah (Chairman) 1/1 100