[10] Other expenses
The breakdown of other expenses is as follows: > TABLE 054
Other expenses |
|
054 |
in € million |
2017 |
2016 |
Foreign currency exchange rate losses |
40.1 |
25.1 |
Losses on disposal of non-current assets |
3.3 |
3.0 |
Impairment of non-current assets |
14.8 |
– |
Sundry expenses |
12.8 |
13.8 |
Total other expenses |
71.1 |
41.9 |
Gains arising from operational foreign currency positions recognised under foreign currency exchange rate gains (see note [9]) were offset by losses shown under foreign currency exchange rate losses. These arose partly in connection with the hedging of foreign currency positions in the operating business for which the hedge instruments in question do not form part of a documented hedging relationship. Of the total amount recognised as impairment of non-current assets, €8.6 million resulted from giving up the Egemin brand. The remaining amount was attributable to buildings, plant & machinery and office furniture & equipment.