Hilton Colombo Annual Report 2020
Hilton Colombo Annual Report 2020
Hilton Colombo Annual Report 2020
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT.............................................................................. 17
STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME.................................................................. 20
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION........................................................................... 21
STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY............................................................................ 22
STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS........................................................................................ 23
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS...................................................................... 24
NOTICE OF MEETING...................................................................................................... 44
NOTES............................................................................................................................. 45
FORM OF PROXY............................................................................................................. 47
CORPORATE INFORMATION..............................................................INSIDE BACK COVER
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
2020 2019
CHAIRMAN’S REVIEW
“Considering the recent accolade of Club Med anointing Sri Lanka as the second-best
place country in the world for digital nomads, the Company is confident that the island
will be one of the first tourism destinations in the region to benefit as recovery takes place.
Hotel Developers is especially optimistic about the government’s recent commitment to
fast-track tourism to bring the numbers up to prepandemic levels and is actively lobbying
countries to allow its citizens to travel to Sri Lanka. A global marketing promotion
that is being planned in key source markets will underscore the country’s efforts to boost
tourism.”
Dear Shareholder Profit by Rs. 643 Mn since the margin on Rooms Revenue is approx.
75%. In the year under review, Gross Profit declined from Rs. 1475 Mn in
It gives me pleasure to present the Annual Report and Audited 2019 to Rs. 270 Mn which reflects the severe COVID-induced impact on
Financial Statements for the financial year ending 31st December 2020. the hospitality sector. The Net Loss after tax increased from Rs. 325 Mn
Undeterred by the various challenges that arose during the year under to Rs. 918 Mn due to the impact of the depreciation of Rs 378 Mn. With
review, Hotel Developers (Lanka) Ltd sustained its strategy to reposition the Company adopting the Valuation model, the Depreciation declined
itself to be more sustainable and to optimize its resources to enhance its from Rs. 515 Mn in 2019 to Rs. 378 Mn in 2020. Further the economic life
status as one of the leading luxury hotel properties in Colombo. of the building was reassessed by a Chartered Valuer and the economic
life span was increased to 55 years from 40 years thus reducing the
Like other tourism destinations around the world, Sri Lanka’s tourist depreciation further.
arrivals too fell during the year amid the COVID-19 crisis. Since April
2019, following the Easter Sunday terror attacks, Sri Lanka has
witnessed monthly decline in tourist arrivals year-on-year. Sri Lanka HIGHLIGHTS OF THE YEAR
tightened tourist arrivals from mid-March 2020 and suspended all Taking the current pandemic period into consideration, the Company
passenger arrivals from all countries in order to contain the spread of went ahead with its strategic decision to invest on refurbishment
the COVID-19 pandemic. After easing restrictions to some degree in of guest rooms so that the hotel will be well geared to face the stiff
January 2021, inflow of tourists started showing an uptick. In addition, competition in the post-COVID-19 period. The plan to refurbish the
the accelerated vaccination drive coupled with marketing promotions in guest rooms was successfully initiated in October 2020 after 30 years of
overseas markets is setting up the industry for a speedy revival. Already, hotel operations. The procurement process has been completed and
the easing of further restrictions within the country is witnessing an work in this regard has commenced. The Company also went ahead
upsurge in domestic tourists visiting hotels and resorts while city hotels with much-needed expansion of event spaces to secure the opportunity
are seeing a resumption of weddings and corporate functions as well as to penetrate the regional markets for the MICE business, Other F&B
patrons dining out freely. facilities such as the newly constructed Chinese restaurant commenced
operations in in April 2021. The allocated budget for the refurbishment
of rooms and F&B outlets has been restricted to US$ 15 million so as to
OPERATIONAL REVIEW ensure that the company will be able to compete in market pricing with
Considering the status of global travel industry, the Company had to other international operators whilst maintaining profitability. This would
cut back budgeted profitability for the year. During the year, revenue also facilitate the turnaround of the business operations recovering
declined by 62 % YoY from Rs. 2.88 bn to Rs. 1.08 bn. The Room Revenue from the impact from the pandemic period. The hotel MEP services have
overall fell by 77% while occupancy too declined to 11% in 2020 from also gone through a significant upgrade with the replacement of chillers
49% in 2019, whilst the Average Room rate decreased from Rs. 21,562/- and elevators for efficient energy management and efficiency. This is
in 2019 to Rs. 20,681/- in the year under review. The Food and Beverage expected to facilitate the achievement of short-term targets set for the
Sector reduced by more than half due to the lockdowns and closure of year, as mitigating strategies to overcome impact from the COVID-19
hotels and restaurants by the government, recording a modest Revenue pandemic.
of Rs.743 Mn. The Gross Profit Margin declined drastically from 51 % in
2019 to 25% in 2020 due to the decline in the Rooms Revenue. The dip
in the Rooms revenue by Rs. 858 million led to a decline in the Gross
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CHAIRMAN’S REVIEW
DIRECTORS PROFILES
DIRECTORS PROFILES
He has won two “Sarasaviya” film awards (Best Actor/Most Popular New
Actor). His success in the film industry made him commence his own
Film production company L.W. Films and he has produced and directed
Sri Lanka movies .
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CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
The Board of Directors of Hotel Developers (Lanka) Limited is The Directors are provided with Monthly Accounts and Statutory
committed and takes responsibility in maintaining the highest Compliance Statements and all matters of importance are discussed
standards of Corporate Governance in compliance with the Corporate and decisions are taken at the Board Meetings. Further, Board Papers
Governance Rules of the Colombo Stock Exchange and the “Code of are submitted in advance on issues which require specific approval
Best Practice on Corporate Governance” of the Institute of Chartered of the Board. Minutes of all Meetings are properly recorded and
Accountants of Sri Lanka. The Board of Directors ensures that the maintained by the Company Secretaries.
Company’s responsibility to uphold the highest standards of business
integrity, ethical values, transparency and professionalism in all its
activities are maintained. INTERNAL CONTROLS AND RISK MANAGEMENT
The Board has introduced adequate internal controls and risk
management systems to safeguard the shareholder investments and
THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS the Company’s assets. The Board is fully aware that internal controls
It is the responsibility of the Board of Directors to provide have inherent limitations and do not provide absolute assurance
entrepreneurial leadership for the Company, formulate corporate against fraud and error.
strategic goals, values and standards, reviewing performance so that the
Company could fulfill its obligations to its stakeholders. The Directors of The Board of Directors reviews the Monthly Accounts and the
the Company as at 31st December 2020 were: performance of the Company against approved budgets on a regular
basis.
Mr. Sirinimal Perera - Independent Non Executive
Ms. Dheeshana Amarasekere. - Independent Non Executive
AUDIT COMMITTEE
Mr. Ishan Danthanarayana. - Independent Non Executive
With the reconstitution of the Board in 2020, the following were
Mr. V. Kanagasabapathy. - Independent Non Executive appointed as members of the Audit Committee with effect from January
Mr. Priyantha Deniyaye. - Independent Non Executive 2020.
Mr. Lal Weerasinghe. - Independent Non Executive
Mr. V. Kanagasabapathy-Chairman (Independent Non Executive)
Ms. Visakha Amarasekere. - Non Independent Non Executive
Mr. M.K.P. Kumara-Member (Non Independent Non Executive )
Mr. P A Susantha Kumara - Non Independent Non Executive
Mr. J.M.U.P. Jayamaha-Member (Non Independent Non Executive)
None of the above Directors hold shares in the Company.
With effect from 8th June 2020 following the resignation of Mr. J.M.U.P.
Mr. Srinimal Perera and Mr. V. Kanagasabapathy who are over 70 years Jayamaha, the Audit Committee was reconstituted as follows:
of age, offer themselves for re-appointment as Directors in pursuance
of Section 211 of the Companies Act with the recommendation of the Mr. V. Kanagasabapathy-Chairman (Independent Non Executive)
Directors. Resolutions proposing the re-appointment of Mr. Srinimal Mr. M.K.P. Kumara-Member (Non Independent Non Executive )
Perera and Mr. V. Kanagasabapathy to the Board of the Company Mr. Priyantha Deniyaye-Member (Independent Non Executive)
declaring that the age limit of 70 years shall not apply to the said
Directors, will be placed before the shareholders at the forthcoming With effect from 24th August 2020, following the resignation of Mr. M.K.P.
Annual General Meeting. Kumara, the Audit Committee was reconstituted as follows
RESIGNATIONS FROM THE BOARD DURING THE YEAR Mr. V. Kanagasabapathy-Chairman (Independent Non Executive)
ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2020 Mr. P.A.Susantha Kumara-Member (Non Independent Non Executive )
J.M.U.P Jayamaha (w.e.f.08.06.2020) Mr. Priyantha Deniyaye-Member (Independent Non Executive)
M.K.P. Kumara (w.e.f. 24.08.2020)
The Audit Committee scrutinizes and analyzes the Report on the
During the year ended 31st December 2020 the Board met on eleven Internal Controls of the Hotel Operations which is prepared by the
(11) occasions and the number of meetings attended by the Directors is Internal Auditors Ms. Ernst and Young and ensures application of
given below: strict control over the affairs of the Hotel and the Company. The Audit
Committee makes recommendations to the Board on necessary
improvements to the internal control systems of the Hotel/ Company.
Name of Director Date of No of Meetings
The Audit Committee also reviews Quarterly Financial Statements which
appointment attended
are released to the Colombo Stock Exchange, before recommending
Mr. Sirinimal Perera 24/01/2020 10 to the Board and the Annual Financial Statements before releasing the
Ms. Dheeshana Ameresekere 07/04/2015 10 same for Audit.
Mr. Ishan Dantanarayana 24/01/2020 11
Mr. V. Kanagasabapathy 24/01/2020 11
Mr. Priyantha Deniyaye 24/01/2020 11
Ms. Visakha Ameresekera 03/07/2020 6
Mr. P.A.Susantha Kumara 28/07/2020 5
Mr. Lal Weerasinghe 05/02/2020 10
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CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
COMPANY SECRETARIES
Company Secretaries provide advice to the Board on matters relating
to the Companies Act and the Colombo Stock Exchange regulations, in
order to ensure that the Best Governance practices are adopted by the
Board and its Committees.
On 2nd June 2020, P.W. Corporate Secretarial (Pvt) Ltd were appointed
as the Company Secretaries in place of S.S.P Corporate Services
(Private) Ltd.
RISK MANAGEMENT
Being in the forefront of a highly competitive industry that resonates RISK MANAGEMENT FRAMEWORK
with the demand of attracting and retaining diversified markets amidst The Risk Management team is headed by the General Manager of
numerous challenges, Company considers Risk Management as an the hotel who is assigned the responsibility to implement the risk
integrated process in its pursuit in delivering long term stakeholder strategies in consultation with the principal Hilton Worldwide regional
value. In its’ current business environment where change has become office, in fulfilling its statutory, fiduciary and regulatory responsibilities
the norm rather than the exception, the Hotel has consistently within a well formulated risk management framework. And report
recognised the pivotal role it plays in balancing strategic planning with to the company Board. Functional heads of the Hotel together
business execution and compliance. This facilitates informed decision- with the General Manager make up the Risk Management team. A
making and a conscious evaluation of opportunities and their inherent methodological process ensures that all relevant internal and external
risks as such, enabling the Hotel to protect or enhance key assets risks are identified with intelligence gathering, quality audits, safety
appropriately. audits, internal audits and means such as customer feedback and
incidents. These identified risks are then assessed in terms of business
Our Risk Management platform is geared in identifying the types of impact, likelihood of occurrence and velocity. Risks are mapped in
risk exposure within the company, measuring those potential risks terms of impact and probability, enabling the prioritization of key risk
and developing strategies to mitigate and control the same. Risk exposures.
Management is an essential element of our corporate governance
structure and strategic development process and the Hotel has The result of these risk rankings are tabulated in a risk grid that rates
successfully and strategically structured appropriate systems, policies the risks in scale of ‘High to Insignificant, which enables the Hotel to
and procedures in all areas of operations with periodical reviews to prioritize the risks and to plan out risk mitigation strategies under the
ensure adequacy and adherence. classification of preventive, detective and corrective action plans.
Our risk management framework constantly reflects the changing The Risk Management Team of the Hotel reviews the identified
dynamics in the operating environment and are woven into in line risks on a monthly basis, the assigned risk owners are responsible
with our policy frameworks and international best practices where for the implementation of any mitigation action and report to the
applicable. Board through the General Manager. The consolidated financial and
operational compliance report is received by the Management. The Risk
The Management oversees and retain ultimate responsibility for the Management Team has also included the Risk Review on the agenda of
risk management framework adopted. A Risk Management Team is Risk Management meetings.
responsible for the overall implementation of the Board approved risk
management policy.
Risk Category & Description Control Measures and Action Plans to Mitigate Risks
Technology & Information Risk Implementation of a fully integrated, property management, material management, Point of Sales and a
Risk of failure of electronic systems financial information system, ensuring a seamless flow of information and operational efficiencies.
and inadequacy of information
systems. Existence and continuous improvement of a Disaster Recovery Plan in the event of a disruption of failure in
the system.
The IT Division of the Hotel has implemented controls to safeguard the computer installations of the hotel to
reduce downtime and ensure continuity of operation.
Continuous review of network protection process is carried out to ensure information security and integrity.
Internal Process & Procedures Clearly defined systems & procedures are in place to ensure compliance with internal controls which are
The risk of financial loss and periodically reviewed for their continued effectiveness.
disruption to business and
breakdown in Internal Controls. A periodic Internal Audit process is carried out by the company who directly report to the Audit Committee
appointed by the Board. Periodic Reports on adequacy and effectiveness of these systems and level of
compliance is submitted to the Audit Committee for review and corrective actions.
Security Risk Effective monitoring surveillance systems have been installed meeting the international standards of the
Hotel Industry. Investment have been made for increase security equipment and surveillance systems
to strengthen the security of the guest and staff. Trained & skilled security staff have been deployed and
continuous training is provided to ensure the security is maintained effectively.
Natural or Man-made Disasters Adequacy of insurance covers are reviewed regularly and updated when necessary. Crisis management and
Loss of property and equipment business recovery plans have been adopted to safeguard the assets and speedy recovery. These are being
resulting in significant losses. reviewed periodically.
A new sprinkler system has been put in place at the hotel’s penthouse level to reduce the risk of fire.
Credit Risk A credit policy and stringent controls are in place to mitigate the impact of default. Credit limits and approval
Exposure and losses due to default process for new debtors are reviewed on a regular basis.
of settlement debtors.
Monthly monitoring and reporting on debtors ageing reports to the management for prompt actions.
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Risk Management
Risk Category & Description Control Measures and Action Plans to Mitigate Risks
Liquidity Risk Systems are in place to closely monitor the cash management and credit facilities from suppliers. Banking
Inability to meet financial facilities for operational cash are obtained through close review and approval process to ensure company has
commitments on due dates. the potential to finance the same.
Capital investment are reviewed by the management and approved based on sufficient availability of cash
flows for financing with realistic cash projections for sustainability.
The company continuously monitor the processes implemented by the hotel to identify, evaluate and manage significant risks that endanger the
operations throughout the year in accordance with the guidelines set out by the Hilton Worldwide of USA for management of hotels. Periodic reviews
are carried out by the regional office overlooking the Risk Management and reports are submitted for corrective actions.
Below are some of the key items included in the risk register along with the status and mitigation strategies for each, for the financial year ending 31st
December 2020.
Risk Category & Description Control Measures and Action Plans to Mitigate Risks
Operational Risks
Competitive Risk Strict adherence to service standards to ensure superior quality in service delivery and value for money.
Reduction in market share, failure
to be competitive resulting in lower Upgrading and enhancing facilities and services.
occupancy and room rates due to
the Refurbishment program. Reviewing and monitoring adherence to Brand Standards and Standard Operational Procedures (SOP).
Anticipate competitor strategies and new entrants to market and formulate strategies accordingly.
Continuous review of guest feedback and prompt response to issues in order to create customer delight.
Brand Image & Reputational Conduct regular brand audits and mystery audits for guests’ feedback covering both facilities and services.
Risk
Action that may cause material Compliance with environmental, health & safety best practices by obtaining HACCP and other quality
damage to the brand and certification standards.
reputation of the company.
Food Safety & Hygiene Manager to monitor and manage food safety & hygiene standards as per global Hilton
worldwide standards.
Regular microbiological and chemical analysis of drinking water, swimming pool water, cooling tower water,
guest room water & food processing water is carried out by an accredited laboratory to monitor the safety
levels and requirements.
Air quality in the the hotel is regularly tested for Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) parameters.
Preventive maintenance programmes are regularly scheduled and conducted to the highest standards to
ensure that all food processing/storage equipment are operating at optimum levels.
Ensuring key managerial positions are held by suitably qualified and trained staff with sufficient experience in
the hotel industry.
Risk Category & Description Control Measures and Action Plans to Mitigate Risks
Human Resources Risk Structured training programs, cross exposure training opportunities arising from the performance appraisal
Risk of losing key personnel and process.
skilled staff; inappropriate labour
action. Emphasis on good employer-employee relationships, employee welfare, and an effective and open
communication with the labour union to achieve a win-win outcome.
Risk of injuries/health hazards
due to employees being exposed Fostering a spirit of unity and self belonging across the organization via associate gatherings, outings, family
to hazardous work conditions/ get-togethers and religious events.
chemicals.
Adjusting the salary level of the key team members to be more competitive in the market.
Mr. Srinimal Perera and Mr. V. Kanagasabapathy who are over 70 years
of age, offer themselves for re-appointment as Directors in pursuance
of Section 211 of the Companies Act with the recommendation of the
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Integrity of Company Financial Statement and the Company system Mr. M.K.P. Kumara holds a Bachelor of Commerce First Class degree
of Internal Auditing and Financial Controls. from University of Peradeniya. In addition he has obtained a Post
Graduate Diploma in Public Administration from Flinders University. He
Performance of Internal Auditors. is currently the Additional Director General of Trade in Department of
Trade and Investment Policy.
Annual Independent Audit of Company’s Financial Statement.
Impartial review of the reports of internal and external audits and Mr. Priyanatha Deniyaye is currently practicing as an Attorney-At-Law,
taking into consideration findings and recommendations. as a Criminal Counsel in the Criminal Private Bar of the Colombo High
Court since year 2000, specializes in Defense Counselling.
Compliance by the Company with statutory requirements.
Review of Quarterly Unaudited accounts to be released to the Stock Mr. P.A. Susantha Kumara joined the Public Service in 1991 as an Audit
Exchange. Examiner in Auditor General’s Department and joined the Department
of Public Enterprises, Ministry of Finance in 2007. Currently he is the
Adherence to the decisions of the Board of Directors.
Director General in Department of Public Enterprises. He holds a B.
Sc Management (Public Admin.) (Special) degree holder from the
COMPOSITION OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE University of Sri Jayawardenapura and in 2015 obtained his Masters
degree in Business Studies in University of Colombo . Mr. Athula Kumara
Audit Committee comprised of three Non-Executive Directors and the
is a Class 1 Officer of Sri Lanka Accounts’ Services and a member of
composition is as follows:
Chartered Public Accountant in the Institute of Chartered Accountants
of Sri Lanka.
With the reconstitution of the Board in 2020, the following were
appointed as members of the Audit Committee with effect from January
2020. AUDIT COMMITTEE MEETINGS
During the year ended 31st December 2020, the Audit Committee had 3
Mr. V. Kanagasabapathy - Chairman ( Independent Non Executive)
meetings. Due to the Covid 19 pandemic situation , the Audit Committee
Mr. M.K.P. Kumara - Member (Non Independent Non Executive) could not have the regular Quarterly meetings. The Chief Operating
Mr. J.M.U.P. Jayamaha - Member ( Non Independent Non Executive) Officer, Chief Financial Officer, Accountant of HDL, General Manager &
Director Finance of Hilton Colombo, Internal Auditors Ernst & Young (E &
With effect from 8th June 2020 following the resignation of Mr. J.M.U.P. Y), representatives of the Auditor General and Management Auditors of
Jayamaha, the Audit Committee was reconstituted as follows: Hilton Colombo attended the Audit Committee Meetings by invitation.
CONCLUSION
The Audit Committee is of the view that adequate controls are in place
to safe guard the Company’s assets, financial position and the results
disclosed in the audited accounts are free from any material mis-
statements.
V. Kanagasabapathy
Chairman
Audit Committee
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
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Chairman My opinion on the financial statements does not cover the other
information and I do not express any form of assurance conclusion
Hotel Developers (Lanka) Ltd thereon.
Report of the Auditor General on the Financial Statements and Other In connection with my audit of the financial statements, my
Legal and Regulatory Requirements of the Hotel Developers (Lanka) responsibility is to read the other information identified above when
Ltd for the year ended 31 December 2020 in terms of Section 12 of the it becomes available and, in doing so, consider whether the other
National Audit Act, No. 19 of 2018. information is materially inconsistent with the financial statements
or my knowledge obtained in the audit or otherwise appears to be
materially misstated.
1. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
When I read the Company's 2020 Annual Report, if I conclude that there
1.1. Opinion are material misstatements therein, I am required to communicate
The audit of the financial statements of the Hotel Developers (Lanka) that matter to those charged with governance for correction. If further
Ltd ("Company") for the year ended 31 December 2020 comprising material uncorrected misstatements are existed those will be included
the statement of financial position as at 31 December 2020and the in my report to Parliament in pursuance of provisions in Article 154 (6) of
statement of comprehensive income statement of changes in equity the Constitution that will be tabled in due course.
and cash flow statement for the year then ended, and notes to the
financial statements, including a summary of significant accounting
policies, was carried out under my direction in pursuance of provisions 1.4. Responsibilities of Management and Those Charged
in Article 154(1) of the Constitution of the Democratic Socialist Republic with Governance for the Financial Statements
of Sri Lanka read in conjunction with provisions of the National Audit Management is responsible for the preparation of financial statements
Act No. 19 of2018. My report to Parliament in pursuance of provisions in that give a true and fair view in accordance with Sri Lanka Accounting
Article 154 (6) of the Constitution will be tabled in due course. Standards, and for such internal control as management determine is
necessary to enable the preparation of financial statements that are free
In my opinion, the accompanying financial statements give a true and from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
fair view of the financial position of the Company as at 31 December
2020, and of its financial performance and its cash flows for the year In preparing the financial statements, management is responsible
then ended in accordance with Sri Lanka Accounting Standards. for assessing the Company's ability to continue as a going concern,
disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using
the going concern basis of accounting unless management either
1.2. Basis for Opinion intends to liquidate the Company or to cease operations, or has no
I conducted my audit in accordance with Sri Lanka Auditing Standards realistic alternative but to do so.
(SLAuSs). My responsibilities, under those standards are further
described in the Auditor's Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Those charged with governance are responsible for overseeing the
Statements section of my report. I believe that the audit evidence I have Company's financial reporting process.
obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for my opinion.
As per Section 16(1) of the National Audit Act No. 19 of 2018, the
Company is required to maintain proper books and records of all
1.3. Other information included in the Company's 2020
its income, expenditure, assets and liabilities, to enable annual and
Annual Report. periodic financial statements to be prepared of the Company.
The other information comprises the information included in the
Company's 2020 Annual Report but does not include the financial
statements and my auditor's report thereon, which is expected
to be made available to me after the date of this auditor's report.
Management is responsible for the other information.
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1.5. Auditor's Responsibilities for the Audit of the 2. REPORT ON OTHER LEGAL AND REGULATORY
Financial Statements REQUIREMENTS
My objective is to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the 2.1. National Audit Act, No. 19 of 2018 and Companies Act, No. 7 of
financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, 2007include specific provisions for following requirements.
whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor's report that
includes my opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, 2.1.1. I have obtained all the information and explanation that
but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with Sri required for the audit and as far as appears from my examination,
Lanka Auditing Standards will always detect a material misstatement proper accounting records have been kept by the Company as per
when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are the requirement of section 163 (2) (d) of the Companies Act, No. 7 of
considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could 2007andsection 12 (a) of the National Audit Act, No. 19 of 2018.
reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users
taken on the basis of these financial statements.
2.1.2. The financial statements of the Company comply with the
requirement of section 151 of the Companies Act, No. 07 of 2007.
As part of an audit in accordance with Sri Lanka Auditing Standards, I
exercise professional judgment and maintain professional scepticism
throughout the audit. I also: 2.1.3. The financial statements presented 1s consistent with the
preceding year as per the requirement of section 6 (1) (d) (iii) of the
Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the National Audit Act, No. 19 of 2018.
financial statements, whether due to fraud or error, design and
perform audit procedures responsive to those risks, and obtain 2.1.4. The financial statements presented includes all the
audit evidence that is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis recommendations made by me in the previous year as per the
for my opinion. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement requirement of section 6 (1) (d) (iv) of the National Audit Act, No. 19 of
resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, 2018.
as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions,
misrepresentations, or the override of internal control. 2.2. Based on the procedures performed and evidence obtained were
limited to matters that are material, nothing has come to my attention;
Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit
in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the
circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on 2.2.1. to state that any member of the governing body of the Company
the effectiveness of the Company's internal control. has any direct or indirect interest in any contract entered into by the
Company which are out of the normal cause of business as per the
Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the requirement of section 12 (d) of the National Audit Act, No. 19 of 2018.
reasonableness of accounting estimates and related disclosures
made by the management.
2.2.2. to state that the Company has not complied with any applicable
Conclude on the appropriateness of the management's use of the written law, general and special directions issued by the governing body
going concern basis of accounting and based on the audit evidence of the Company as per the requirement of section 12 (f) of the National
obtained, whether a material uncertainty exists related to events Audit Act, No. 19 of 2018 except for the following.
or conditions that may cast significant doubt on the Company's
ability to continue as a going concern. If I conclude that a material Reference to law/ direction Description
uncertainty exists, I am required to draw attention in my auditor's
Section 6.5.1 of the Public Although the financial statements
report to the related disclosures in the financial statements or,
Enterprises Circular No. PED/12 of should be furnished to Auditor
if such disclosures are inadequate, to modify my opinion. My
2 June 2003 General within 60 days after the
conclusions are based on the audit evidence obtained up to the
closure of the financial year, the
date of my auditor's report. However, future events or conditions
financial statements for the year
may cause the Company to cease to continue as a going concern.
2020 had been submitted to
Evaluate the overall presentation, structure and content of the Auditor General on 01 June 2021
financial statements, including the disclosures, and whether the and draft annual report had not
financial statements represent the underlying transactions and been submitted.
events in a manner that achieves fair presentation.
I communicate with those charged with governance regarding, among 2.2.3. to state that the Company has not performed according to its
other matters, significant audit findings, including any significant powers, functions and duties as per the requirement of section 12 (g) of
deficiencies in internal control that I identify during my audit. the National Audit Act, No. 19 of 2018
2.2.4. to state that the resources of the Company had not been
procured and utilized economically, efficiently and effectively within
the time frames and in compliance with the applicable laws as per the
requirement of section 12 (h) ofthe National Audit Act, No. 19 of 2018.
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W.P.C. Wickramaratne
Auditor General
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12 Months 12 Months
FOR THE 12 MONTHS ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2020 31.12.2020 31.12.2019
Rs. ‘000 Rs. ‘000
The accounting policies and notes from 1 to 38 form an integral part of these financial statements.
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Assets
Non-current Assets
Property, plant & equipment 12 8,486,249 8,728,240
Leasehold land - Main Property 13 6,421,326 6,514,390
Capital work-in-progress 865,477 659,487
Total Non-current Assets 15,773,052 15,902,117
Current Assets
Inventories 14 47,841 47,755
Trade and other receivables 15 27,813 163,642
Amount due from related parties 16 10,489 2,523
Other assets 17 237,759 237,750
Current financial assets 18 150,970 109,990
Cash and bank balances 19 47,106 141,548
Total Current Assets 521,978 703,208
Total Assets 16,295,030 16,605,325
Non-current Liabilities
Interest bearing loans and borrowings 22 72,156 250,000
Retirement benefit obligations 23 148,198 134,550
Deferred tax liability 24 433,198 410,798
Right to use - Lease Land Liability 13 22,918 37,291
Total Non-current Liabilities 676,470 832,639
Current Liabilities
Trade and other payables 25 298,335 349,217
Amount due to related parties 26 10,080 24,619
Contract Liabilities 27 59,892 99,437
Interest bearing loans and borrowings 22 178,479 -
Retention Fees - Refurbishment Project 26,220 19,210
Bank overdraft 946,040 254,492
Total Current Liabilities 1,519,046 746,975
Total Liabilities 2,195,516 1,579,615
Total Equity and Liabilities 16,295,030 16,605,325
V. Kanagasabapathy Srinimal Perera
Director Chairman
The accounting policies and notes from 1 to 38 form an integral part of these financial statements.
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FOR THE 12 MONTHS ENDED 31ST Stated Capital Revaluation Furniture, Accumulated Total
DECEMBER 2020 Surplus Fittings & Loss
Equipment
Replacement
Reserves
Rs. ‘000 Rs. ‘000 Rs. ‘000 Rs. ‘000 Rs. ‘000
The accounting policies and notes from 1 to 38 form an integral part of these financial statements.
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Adjustment for
Depreciation and amortisation 363,063 515,265
Changes in Impairment of Debtors 6,058 (1,448)
Net changes in right to use of land lease 15,380 (5,972)
Revaluation loss - 61,223
Provision for defined benefit plans 23,415 21,689
Provision for breakages (7,786) (648)
Interest expenses 42,569 50,078
Profit on sale of property, plant & equipment (2,317) -
Unrealized Exchange Gain (113) 1,550
Interest income (10,873) (10,708)
Adjustment to sundry income (8,493) -
Operating profit before working capital changes (456,441) 318,581
The accounting policies and notes from 1 to 38 form an integral part of these financial statements.
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1. CORPORATE INFORMATION Financial assets and financial liabilities are offset and the net amount
reported in the statement of financial position, only when there is a
1.1. General legally enforceable right to offset the recognized amounts and there is
Hotel Developers (Lanka) Ltd is a limited liability company incorporated an intention to settle on a net basis, or to realize the assets and settle
and domiciled in Sri Lanka. The registered office and the principal the liability simultaneously. Income and expenses are not offset in the
place of business of the company is located at No. 02, Sir Chittampalam statement of comprehensive income unless required or permitted by
Gardiner Mawatha, Colombo 2. any accounting standard or interpretation, and as specifically disclosed
in the accounting policies.
4.3.2. Deferred Tax A revaluation surplus is recognised in other comprehensive income and
credited to the revaluation surplus in equity. However, to the extent that
Deferred tax is provided using the liability method on temporary
it reverses a revaluation deficit ofthe same asset previously recognised
differences at the reporting period date between the tax bases of
in the Income Statement, in which case the increase is recognised in
assets and liabilities and their carrying amounts for financial reporting
the Income Statement. A revaluation deficit is recognised in profit or
purpose.
loss, except to the extent that it offsets an existing surplus on the same
asset recognised in the asset revaluation reserve. Upon disposal or
Deferred tax assets are recognized for all deductible differences. Carry de-recognition, any revaluation reserve relating to the particular asset
forward of unused tax credits and unused tax losses, to the extent that being sold is transferred to retained earnings.
it is probable that taxable profits will be available against which the
deductible temporary differences and the carry forward of unused tax
An annual transfer from the asset revaluation reserve to retained
credits and unused tax losses can be utilized.
earnings is made for the difference between depreciation based on the
revalued carrying amount of the assets and depreciation based on the
The carrying amount of a deferred tax asset is reviewed at each assets original cost.
reporting date and reduced to the extent it is no longer probable that
sufficient taxable profit will be available to allow all or part of the
deferred tax asset to be utilized. Unrecognized deferred tax assets are Subsequent Cost
reassessed at each reporting date and are recognized to the extent that Subsequent expenditure incurred for the purpose of acquiring,
it is probable that future taxable profit will allow the deferred tax asset extending, or improving assets of a pennanent nature by means of
to be recovered. which to carry on the business or to increase the earning capacity of
the business is treated as capital expenditure and such expenses are
Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured at the tax rate that recognized in the carrying amount of an asset. The costs associated
are expected to apply in the year when the assets are realized or the with day-to-day servicing of property, plant and equipment is
liabilities are settled, based on tax rates and tax laws that have been recognized in the statement of comprehensive income as incurred.
enacted or subsequently enacted at the reporting date.
Depreciation
Depreciation is calcuIated using the straight-!ine method to write
down the cost of property and equipment to their residual values
over their estimated useful lives. Depreciation is charged from the
date of purchase to the date of disposal on prorate basis. The rates of
depreciations based on the estimated useful lives are as follows:
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All assets and liabilities for which fair value is measured or disclosed in
4.4.2. Impairment of Non-financial Assets
the Financial Statements are categorised within the fair value hierarchy,
The Company assesses at each reporting date whether there is an described as follows, based on the lowest level input that is significant
indication that an asset may be impaired. If any indication exists, or to the fair value measurement as a whole:
when annual impairment testing for an asset is required, the Company
estimates the asset's recoverable amount. An asset's recoverable Level 1 - Quoted (unadjusted) market prices in active markets for
amount is the higher of an asset's or cash-generating unit's fair value identical assets or liabilities.
less costs to sell and its value in use and is detennined for an individual
asset, unless the asset does not generate cash inflows that are largely Leve12 - Valuation techniques for which the lowest level input that
independent of those from other u:: l3 or groups of assets. Where the is significant to the fair value measurement is directly or indirectly
carrying &1uuunt of an asset exceeds its recoverable amount, the asset observable.
is considered impaired and is written down to its recoverable amount.
In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted
Level 3 - Valuation techniques for which the lowest level input that is
to their present value using a pre-tax discount rate that reflects current
significant to the fair value measurement is unobservable.
market assessments of the time vulut: uf 1nuru.:y uml th ,; risks specific
to the asset. In determining fair value less costs to sell, an appropriate
For assets and liabilities that are recognised in the Financial Statements
valuation model is used. These calculations are corroborated by
on a recurring basis, the Company determines whether transfers have
valuation multiples or other available fair value indicators.
occurred between levels in the hierarchy by reassessing categorisation
(based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value
Impairment losses of continuing operations are recognized in the
measurement as a whole) at the end of each reporting period. The
Income Statement in those expense categories consistent with the
Company's management determines the policies and procedures for
function of the impaired asset, except for property previously revalued
both recurring fair value measurement. External valuers are involved for
where the revaluation was taken to equity. In this case the impairment is
valuation of Property, Plant and Equipment. Involvement of external
also recognized in equity up to the amount of any previous revaluation.
valuers is decided by the management after discussion with and
approval by the Company's Audit Committee. Selection criteria include
For assets, an assessment is made at each reporting date as to whether market knowledge, reputation, independence and whether professional
there is any indication that previously recognised impairment losses standards are maintained.
may no longer exist or may have decreased. If such indication exists,
the Company makes an estimate of recoverable amount. A previously
recognised impairment loss is reversed only if there has been a change 4.5. Prepaid Lease Rental
in the estimates used to determine the asset's recoverable amount
The leasehold lands are being amortised on an equal annual basis
since the last impairment loss was recognised. If that is the case the
over the period of the lease and charged to the Income Statement on a
carrying amount of the asset is increased to its recoverable amount.
straight-line basis over the period of the lease.
That increased amount cannot exceed the carrying amount that would
have been determined, net of depreciation, had no impairment loss
been recognised for the asset in prior years. Such reversal is recognised
in the Income Statement unless the asset is carried at revalued amount,
in which case the reversal is treated as a revaluation increase.
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4.6. Inventories iii. Financial assets designated at fair value through OCI with no
Inventories are valued at the lower of cost and estimated net realizable recycling of cumulative gains and losses upon de-recognition
value, after making due allowances for obsolete and slow moving items. (Equity Instruments)
Net realizable value is the price at which inventories can be sold in the iv. Financial assets at fair value through profit or loss
normal course of business after allowing for cost of realization and/ or
cost of conversion from their existing state to saleable condition. Financial assets at amortised cost (debt instruments)
This category is the most relevant to the Hotel. The Hotel measures
The cost of each category of inventory is determined on the weighted
financial assets at amortised cost if both of the following conditions are
average basis.
met:
4.7. Financial Assets- Recognition and Measurement The financial asset is held within a business model with the
objective to hold financial assets in order to collect contractual cash
A financial instrument is any contract that gives rise to a financial asset
flows and
of one entity and a financial liability or equity instrument of another
entity. The contractual terms of the financial asset give rise on specified
dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and
interest on the principal amount outstanding.
Financial assets
(a) Initial Recognition and Measurement Financial assets at amortised cost are subsequently measured using the
effective interest (EIR) method and are subject to impairment. Gains and
Financial assets are classified at initial recognition, as subsequently losses are recognised in profit or loss when the asset is derecognised,
measured at amortised cost, fair value through other comprehensive modified or impaired.
income (OCI) and fair value through profit or loss.
The Hotel's financial assets at amortised cost includes cash and bank
The classification of financial assets at initial recognition depends balances, short term investments, amount due from related parties,
on the financial asset's contractual cash flow characteristics and the trade receivables, and non-current investments.
Hotel's business model for managing them. With the exception of
trade receivable that do not contain significant financing component
The Hotel does not classify financial assets at fair value through OCI
for which Hotel has applied the practical expedient, the Hotel initially
(debt instruments) and financial assets at fair value through OCI (equity
measures a financial asset at its fair value plus, in the case of financial
instruments) and financial assets at fair value through profit or loss.
asset not a fair value through profit or loss, transaction costs. Trade
receivable that do not contain a significant financing component for
which the Hotel has applied the practical expedient are measured at the (c) De-recognition
transaction price determined under SLFRS 15. A financial asset (or, where applicable, a part of a financial asset or part
of a group of similar financial assets) is primarily derecognised) when:
In order for a financial asset to be classified and measured at amortised
cost or fair value through OCI it needs to give rise to cash flows that The rights to receive cash flows from the asset have expired or
are 'solely payments of principal and interest' on the principal amount
outstanding. The Hotel has transferred its rights to receive cash flows from the
asset or has assumed an obligation to pay the received cash flows
In order for a financial asset to be classified and measured at amortised in full without material delay to a third party under a 'pass-through'
cost or fair value through OCI, it needs to give rise to cash flows that arrangement; and either
are 'solely payments of principal and interest (SPPI)' on the principal (a) the Hotel has transferred substantially all the risks and rewards of
amount outstanding. the asset, or
The Hotel's business model for managing financial assets refers to how (b) the Hotel has neither transferred nor retained substantially all the
it manages financial assets in order to generate cash flows. The business risks and rewards of the asset, but has transferred control of the
model determines whether cash flows will result from collecting asset
contractual cash flows selling the financial assets or both.
When the Hotel has transferred its rights to receive cash flows from an
Purchases or sales of financial assets that require delivery of financial asset or has entered into a pass- through arrangement, it evaluates if,
assets within a time frame established by regulation or convention in and to what extent, it has retained the risks and rewards of ownership.
the market place are recognised on the trade date, i.e., the date that the When it has neither transferred nor retained substantially all of the
Hotel commits to purchase or sell the asset. risks and rewards of the asset, nor transferred control of the asset,
the Hotel continues to recognise the transferred asset to the extent of
its continuing involvement. In that case, the Hotel also recognises an
(b) Subsequent Measurement associated liability. The transferred asset and the associated liability
For purposes of subsequent measurement, financial assets are are measured on a basis that reflects the rights and obligations that the
classified in four categories: Hotel has retained.
Continuing involvement that takes the form of a guarantee over the (c) De-recognition
transferred asset is measured at the lower of the original carrying A financial liability is derecognised when the obligation under the
amount of the asset and the maximum amount of consideration that liability is discharged or cancelled or expires. When an existing financial
the Hotel could be required to repay. liability is replaced by another from the same lender on substantially
different terms, or the terms of an existing liability are substantially
(d) Impairment modified, such an exchange or modification is treated as the de-
recognition of the original liability and the recognition of a new liability.
The Hotel recognises an allowance for expected credit losses (ECLs) for The difference in the respective carrying amounts is recognised in the
all debt instruments not held at fair value through profit or loss. ECLs statement of profit or loss.
are based on the difference between the contractual cash flows due
in accordance with the contract and all the cash flows that the Hotel
expects to receive, discounted at an approximation of the original Offsetting of Financial Instruments
effective interest rate. The expected cash flows will include cash flows Financial assets and financial liabilities are offset and the net amount is
from the sale of collateral held or other credit enhancements that are reported in the consolidated statement of financial position if there is a
integral to the contractual terms. currently enforceable legal right to offset the recognised amounts and
there is an intention to settle on a net basis, to realise the assets and
For trade receivables, the Hotel applies a simplified approach in settle the liabilities simultaneously.
calculating ECLs. Therefore, the Hotel does not track changes in credit
risk, but instead recognises a loss allowance based on lifetime ECLs at
each reporting date. The Hotel has established a provision matrix that 4.8. Cash and Bank Balances
is based on its historical credit loss experience, adjusted for forward- Cash and bank balances are defined as cash in hand and balances
looking factors specific to the debtors and the economic environment. with banks. For the purpose of statement of cash flows, cash and
cash equivalents consist of cash in hand and deposits in banks net of
Financial liabilities outstanding bank overdrafts. Investments with short maturities i.e. three
months or less from the date of acquisition are also treated as cash
(a) Initial recognition and measurement equivalents.
Financial liabilities are classified, at initial recogmtwn, as financial
liabilities at fair value through profit or loss, loans and borrowings, 4.9. Stated Capital
payables, or as derivatives designated as hedging instruments in an
Ordinary shares are classifies as equity. Equity instruments are
effective hedge, as appropriate.
measured at the fair value of the cash or other resources received or
receivable, net of the direct costs of issuing the equity instruments.
All financial liabilities are recognised initially at fair value and, in the
case of loans and borrowings and payables, net of directly attributable
transaction costs. 4.10. Retirement Benefit Obligations
The Hotel's financial liabilities include trade and other payables, 4.10.1. Defined Benefit Plan - Gratuity
amounts due to related parties including bank overdrafts. The liability recognized in the statement of financial position represents
the present value ofthe defined benefit obligation at the reporting date
Hotel does not have financial liabilities at fair values through profit and estimated based on actuarial valuation using the projected unit credit
loss and derivative financial instruments. method. The actuarial valuations involve making assumptions about
discount rates and future salary increases. A defined benefit obligation
(b) Subsequent measurement is highly sensitive to changes in these assumptions. These benefits
are not externally funded. The Company recognizes all actuarial gains
The measurement of financial liabilities depends on their classification,
and losses arising from defined benefit plans immediately in the other
as described below:
comprehensive income.
Loans and borrowings However, as per the Payment of Gratuity Act No. 12 of 1983, the liability
This is the category most relevant to the Hotel. After initial recognition, to pay gratuity arises only on completion of 5 years of continued service.
interest-bearing loans and borrowings are subsequently measured at
amortised cost using the EIR method. Gains and losses are recognised 4.10.2. Defined Contribution Plan
in profit or loss when the liabilities are derecognised as well as through
the EIR amortisation process. A defined contribution plan is a post-employment benefit plan under
which an entity pays fixed contributions into a separate entity and
will have no legal or constructive obligation to pay further amounts.
Amortised cost is calculated by taking into account any discount or
Obligations for contributions to defined contribution plans are
premium on acquisition and fees or costs that are an integral part of the
recognised as an employee benefit expense in the statement of
EIR. The EIR amortisation is included as finance costs in the statement
comprehensive income as in the periods during which services are
of profit or loss. This category generally applies to interest-bearing loans
rendered by employees.
and borrowings.
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31.12.2020 31.12.2019
Rs. ‘000’ Rs. ‘000’
Value added tax of Rs. 85 Mn (2019 - Rs. 312Mn) has been deducted in arriving at Revenue.
5.2 Revenue
Room revenue 313,080 1,171,875
Food and Beverage revenue 742,928 1,646,117
Other operating departments 25,127 60,760
1,081,135 2,878,752
6. INVESTMENT INCOME
Interest income - Loans and receivables
Interest on treasury bills 1,812 8,643
Interest on staff loans 6 7
Interest on RFC accounts 741 1,542
Interest on fixed deposits 7,709 -
Interest income on FF&E replacement reserve 604 516
10,873 10,708
8. FINANCE COSTS
Bank charges 23 142
Overdraft Interest 32,794 47,529
Concessionary loan facility 7,799 2,407
Lease Assets 1,953 -
42,569 50,078
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31.12.2020 31.12.2019
Rs. ‘000’ Rs. ‘000’
10.1. A reconciliation between Taxable profit and Accounting Profit for the Years Ended 31st December 2020 and 31st December 2019 are as follows
31.12.2020 31.12.2019
Rs. ‘000’ Rs. ‘000’
31.12.2020 31.12.2019
Rs. ‘000’ Rs. ‘000’
31.12.2020 31.12.2019
Rs. ‘000’ Rs. ‘000’
Weighted average number of ordinary shares for the purpose of basic profit per share 2,046,646 2,046,646
Cost/ Revaluation
Balance as at 31st December 2018 8,859,132 590,134 1,688,892 92,938 928,607 302,268 172,784 12,634,756
Additions during the year 46,159 140,812 66,558 - 13,755 13,944 3,877 285,104
Transferred to revaluation reserve (2,788,845) (487,270) (1,278,688) (92,938) (478,815) (293,555) (163,262) (5,583,375)
Revaluation Surplus 1,192,554 26,790 61,983 56,020 (61,223) 23,030 92,601 1,391,756
Balance as at 31st December 2019 7,309,000 270,465 538,744 56,020 402,324 45,687 106,000 8,728,240
Disposal - (4,988) (2,428) - (1,095) (26) - (8,537)
Additions during the year 28,207 4,783 25,272 - 1,603 4,901 - 64,766
Balance as at 31st December 2020 7,337,207 270,259 561,588 56,020 402,832 50,562 106,000 8,784,469
Accumulated Depreciation
Balance as at 31st December 2018 2,566,765 470,496 1,198,530 92,879 428,959 275,888 106,710 5,140,228
Charge for the year 222,079 16,774 80,158 58 49,856 17,667 56,552 443,146
Transferred to revaluation reserve (2,788,845) (487,270) (1,278,688) (92,938) (478,815) (293,555) (163,262) (5,583,375)
Balance as at 31st December 2019 - - - - - - - -
Charge for the year 133,197 20,279 55,335 14,005 30,206 9,865 35,333 298,220
Balance as at 31st December 2020 133,199 20,286 55,345 14,030 30,213 9,885 35,367 298,220
Balance as at 31st December 2019 7,309,000 270,465 538,744 56,020 402,324 45,687 106,000 8,728,240
Balance as at 31st December 2020 7,204,010 249,981 506,253 42,015 372,626 40,697 70,667 8,486,249
Hotel Developers (Lanka) Ltd has full possession and control of the property, plant & equipment of the hotel.
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12.2. A bridge was constructed in 1998 linking the World Trade Centre and Hilton Hotel at a cost of USD 360,000. Overseas Realty Ltd and Hilton
International contributed US $ 180,000 and US $ 90,000 respectively, and the company contributed the balance amount. USD 90,000 incurred by the
company has been capitalised in the financial statements under buildings.
12.3. The Company uses the revaluation model of measurement for property, plant and equipment (PPE) effective from 31st December 2019. The
Company engaged G.W.G. Abeygunawardene, an accredited independent valuer, to determine the fair value of company owned PPE. Fair value is
determined by reference to market-based evidence. Valuations are based on open market prices, adjusted for any difference in the nature, location or
condition of the specific property, all of which falls under level 3 of the fair value measurement hierarchy.The date of the valuation was 31st December
2019.
Property Buildings (Extent - 431,286 sq. ft.) No.02, Sir Chittampalam A Gardiner Mawatha Colombo 02 and other movable
assets
Method of valuation Based on depreciated replacement cost approach
Effective date of valuation 31st December 2019
Property Valuer Mr. G.W.G. Abeygunawardene, Chartered Valuation Surveyor
If the PPE is presented at Cost less depriciation, the carrying value would be as follows
31.12.2020 31.12.2019
Rs. ‘000’ Rs. ‘000’
13. Lease Hold Land Main Property Shop at Dutch UDA Car Park Total
99 Year Lease Hospital
Rs. ‘000’ Rs. ‘000’ Rs. ‘000’ Rs. ‘000’
The leasehold land is for a period of 99 years effective from 28th June 2012. The leasehold land value amounting to Rs. 7 Bn. has been capitalised and
shares issued to the Government of Sri Lanka. Further, approval of Cabinet of Ministers was granted on 3rd October 2012 to lease the land in which the
Sport Complex is built for a period of 5 years on a rent free basis commencing from 28th June 2012. Interms of the cabinet decision dated 13/12/2016,
the lease of this land has been extended up to June 2111 in line with the lease of the main building and the lease terms are yet to be finalized.
The amount paid to Urban Development Authority to acquire leasehold land where Ikoi Tei Restaurent of Hilton Colombo situated, is amortised over
the lease period of 5 years commencing from 02.12.2016. Further, the company signed lease agreement with UDA for the 30 perch land in front of the
hotel for a car park for 5 year period effective from 01 January 2020.
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31.12.2020 31.12.2019
Rs. ‘000’ Rs. ‘000’
14. INVENTORIES
Food 13,880 7,099
Beverages 21,980 29,608
General stores 11,981 7,913
Engineering stores - 3,135
47,841 47,755
Investments for FF&E Reserve are restricted in use and to be used for the replacement of furniture, fittings and equipment as per Article V Section 4
of the Management Agreement entered into between Hilton International Management Corporation and Hotel Developers (Lanka) PLC dated 18th
October 2012. Since this investment has been utilized for Hotel Refurbishment, it has now been re classified as Current financial assets from the
previous classification of Non current financial assets.
31.12.2020 31.12.2019
Rs. ‘000’ Rs. ‘000’
The year end balance in the USD saving account has been translated to functional currency of Sri Lankan Rupees at the closing rate as at Balance
Sheet date in terms of the accounting standards.
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Rs. ‘000 Rs. ‘000
21. RESERVES
Furniture, fittings & equipment replacement reserve (Note 21.1) 1,649 43,864
An amount equivalent to USD 700,000 has been transferred to furniture, fittings & equipment reserve during the year.
DFCC Bank - Concessionary Loan facility - Post Easter Attack 170,080 55,556 225,636
Peoples Bank - Post Covid Working Capital Loan 8,400 16,600 25,000
178,480 72,156 250,636
31.12.2020 31.12.2019
Rs. ‘000 Rs. ‘000
The retirement benefit obligation of the company is based on the actuarial valuation carried out by Messrs. Piyal S. Goonetilleke and Associates. All
assumptions remain the same, except for the discount rate assumption and the annual basic salary increase and No material change is expected in
the contribution to the defined benefit plan for the next annual reporting period. The discount rate was revised to 7.00% (vs 10.0% last year) to reflect
the yield rates of the Treasury Bonds The principal assumptions used in determining the cost of employee benefits were:
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31.12.2020 31.12.2019
31.12.2020
Rs. ‘000
31.12.2020 31.12.2019
Rs. ‘000 Rs. ‘000
24.1. The closing deferred tax liability balance relates to the following:
Accelerated depreciation for tax purposes 781,229 756,919
Retirement benefit obligation (20,748) (18,837)
Deferred tax asset relating to utilisation of brought forward - tax losses (327,284) (327,284)
433,198 410,798
* Negative balance represents the over payment of Management fees to Hilton International Management LLC.
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Rs. ‘000 Rs. ‘000
Tax credit
Economic Service Charge 18,363 (21,134)
Withholding tax - (77)
Notional Tax - -
Self Assessment Payment - -
Balance at the end of the year(Current year balance transferred to Other Assets) (44,333) (62,696)
31.12.2020 31.12.2019
Rs. ‘000 Rs. ‘000
The principal financial instruments of the Company comprise of short term deposits, money market investments, and cash. The main purpose
of these financial instruments is to raise and maintain liquidity for the Company’s operations, and maximize returns on the Company’s financial
reserves. The Company has various other financial instruments such as trade receivables and trade payables which arise directly from its business
activities.
The Hotel trades only with recognized, credit worthy third parties. It is the Hotel’s policy that all clients who wish to trade on credit terms are subject
to credit verification procedures. In addition, receivable balances are monitored on an ongoing basis with the result that the Hotel’s exposure to bad
debts is not significant.
With respect to credit risk arising from the other financial assets of the Hotel, such as cash and cash equivalents, other non financial assets and
amounts due from related parties, the Hotel’s exposure to credit risk arises from default of the counterparty. The Hotel manages its operations to
avoid any excessive concentration of counterparty risk and takes all reasonable steps to ensure the counterparties fulfil their obligations.
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As at 31 December 2020
In Rs. “000” Cash in hand Short term Trade and other Amounts due Total
and at bank investments receivable from related
parties
As at 31 December 2019
In Rs. “000” Cash in hand and Short term Trade and other Amounts due Total
at bank investments receivable from related
parties
The Company monitors its risk to a shortage of funds using a daily cash management process. This process considers the maturity of both the
Company’s financial investments and financial assets (e.g. accounts receivable, other financial assets) and projected cash flows from operations.
Net (debt)/cash As at 31 As at 31
December December
2020 2019
In Rs. “000”
The spread of COVID-19 has severely impacted many local economies around the globe. In many countries, businesses are being forced to cease or
limit operations for long or indefinite periods of time. The duration and impact of the COVID-19 pandemic remains unclear at this time. Hence, it is
not possible to reliably estimate the duration and severity of these consequences, as well as their impact on the financial position and results of the
Company for future periods. The Company has determined that these events are non-adjusting subsequent events. Therefore, the financial position
and results of operations as of and for the year ended 31 December 2020 have not been adjusted.
On 16th March 2020, in response to significant decreases in demand resulting from social distancing efforts, quarantines and border closures related
to the spread of COVID-19, the Company had operating losses and negative cash flows from operations for the period from 16th March 2020 to 22nd
April 2020. However, the management having considered this as a temporary setback, made contingency plan to sustain the business during this
critical period. Management is confident that it can successfully tackle the situation and turn around the company based on the present strength. It
has therefore decided to fast track the existing renovation program during the existing lock down to exploit the opportunity of minimal disturbances
to operation from construction work envisaging to make the best out of the peak business period from 2021 onward.
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34.1. The company has commenced a major refurbishment of the hotel from October 2014. Accordingly, Hilton Colombo has been undergoing
major renovations from 2014, which will see improvements across the property including rooms, food and beverage outlets and meeting spaces. The
Refurbishment program has been reduced to budget of US $ 10Mn including duties and will be financed by long term debtr and internaly generated
funds. Capital commitment approved by the Board but not contracted for amounts to approximately US$ 10 Mn.
The lease commitment is related to the Ikoi Tei restaurant at the former Dutch hospital premises & 30 Perch UDA Car Park which is on 5 year leased
property.
By a Notice Published in the Gazette dated 6th July 2007 the Colombo Municipal Council has revised the license fee in relation to the hotels,
restaurants and lodging places for the period applicable from 1st January 2007. Hotels in the city of Colombo including the Hilton Colombo had
protested against the increase of the said license fee, hence filed cases in the Magistrate Court. As at 31 December 2020, the Hotel maintains a
provision of Rs. 48,974,858 (2019: Rs. 16,832,522). The outcome of the said case is unknown as of the reporting date
Directors’ emoluments and payments to Competent Authority paid during the period amounts to Rs. 4,065,000/- (Y/E 2019 - Rs. 3,577,500/-).
Affiliates/Group Hotel
I. Hilton Worldwide Manage Ltd - UK Receiving of services 44,506 68,053
II. Hilton Colombo - Residence Rendering of services 564 49
III. Hilton Yala Resorts- Rendering of services 17 248
IV. Hilton Weerawila- Rendering of services 20,640 29,749
The Plaintiff filed action in the High Court of the Western Province and supported and obtain an exparte Enjoining Orders in terms of prayers [m] and
[n] of the Plaint, preventing the implementation of the Settlement Agreements.
This case has been laid by since 29.10.2003 pending a settlement [if any].
The case has been laid by since 17th March 2004 pending a settlement [if any]
This action has been instituted for Judgement against the Defendant Mr. Nihal Sri Amarasekera to recover a sum of Rs. 26,626,613.00 with legal
interest thereon.
The case has been laid by since 28th February 2007 pending a settlement [if any].
NOTICE OF MEETING
NOTICE is hereby given that the ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING of HOTEL Note:
DEVELOPERS (LANKA) LIMITED will be held at the Onyx Function Room A member of the Company is entitled to appoint a Proxy to attend
of Hotel Developers (Lanka) Ltd, at No.2, Sir Chittampalam A Gadiner and vote on his or her behalf.
Mawatha, Colombo 02 on 8th April 2022 at 4.00 p.m.
A Proxy need to be a member
A Proxy form, which is enclosed should be deposited at the
AGENDA
Registered Office of the Company not less than 48 hours before the
1. To pass the following resolution to accept the Notice of Meeting meeting.
“RESOLVED that the Notice dated 28th February 2022 convening the
Annual General Meeting of the Company be and is hereby accepted as
a valid notice irrespective of the fact that the meeting has been called
with shorter notice than that specified in the Article of Association and
in the Companies Act No. 07 of 2007”
“IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED THAT the age limit stipulated in Section 210
of the Companies Act No.07 of 2007 shall not apply to Mr. Palihawadana
Arachchige Irenius Sirinimal Perera Who is 77 Years of age and that he be
and is hereby appointed a Director of the Company in terms of section
211 of the Companies Act No.07 of 2007.”
“IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED THAT the age limit stipulated in Section 210
of the Companies Act No.07 of 2007 shall not apply to Mr. Veluppillai
Kanagasabapathy who is 75 of age and that he be and is hereby
appointed a Director of the Company in terms of section 211 of the
Companies Act No.07 of 2007.”
SECRETARIES
Colombo
23rd February 2022
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FORM OF PROXY
I/We ………………………………………………………………………………………………………...………………….....………................……………….. of
………………………………………………………...………..................………………………………………………………………………………………….. of
As my/our to represent me/us to vote for me/us and on my/our behalf at the Annual General Meeting of the Company to be held on the 8th Day of
April 2022 at 4.00 p.m. and at any adjournment thereof and at every poll which may be taken in consequence thereof.
AGENDA ITEM
For Against
1. To accept the Notice of Meeting.
2. To receive and consider the Report of the Directors and the statements of Accounts for the year ended 31st December2020
together with the Report of The Auditors thereon.
3. To pass the ordinary resolution set out under item 3 of the Notice of Meeting For the reappointment of Mr. Sirinimal Perera
4. the ordinary resolution set out under item 4 of the Notice of Meeting For the reappointment of Mr. V Kanagasabapathy
5. To note that the Auditor General continues to be the Auditor of the Company pursuant to the 20th Amendment to the
Constitution
Note:
1. Instructions as to completion are noted on page 48
2. A Proxy need not be a member of the Company
3. Please mark “X” in appropriate cages to indicate your instructions as to voting
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Form of Proxy
2. If the Proxy Form is signed by an Attorney, the relative Power of Attorney should also
accompany the Proxy form for registration, if such Power of Attorney has not already
been registered with the Company.
3. In the case of Company/Corporation, the Proxy must be filled and attested in the legally
prescribed manner.
4. The complete Form of Proxy should be deposited at the office of the Secretaries, S S P
Corporate Services (Private) Limited, No. 101, Inner Flower Road, Colombo 03, not less
than 48 hours, before the Meeting.
5. A shareholder appointing a Proxy (other than a Director of the Company) to attend the
meeting should indicate the Proxy holder’s National Identity Card (NIC) number on the
Form of Proxy and request the Proxy holder to bring his/ her National Identity Card with
him/her.
CORPORATE INFORMATION