Financial Performance - The company's revenue for the year ended December 31, 2023, decreased by 39.6% to HKD 4,980.2 million, primarily due to a 76.7% reduction in construction revenue from waste-to-energy projects [2]. - Net profit for the year fell by 24.9% to HKD 1,020.5 million, impacted by a 10% increase in interest expenses and a 7% depreciation of the RMB [6]. - The gross profit margin improved from 30.7% to 41.8%, while the EBITDA margin increased from 37.4% to 53.4%, reflecting a more effective operational performance [6]. - Operating profit decreased to HKD 1,644,678,000 in 2023 from HKD 2,056,723,000 in 2022, with net profit for the year at HKD 1,020,527,000 compared to HKD 1,359,463,000 in the previous year [10]. - The basic earnings per share for 2023 was 41.2 HK cents, down from 54.9 HK cents in 2022 [10]. - Profit attributable to equity holders decreased by 24.9% from HKD 1,332.8 million in 2022 to HKD 1,001.3 million in 2023, with a net profit decline of 18.3% when excluding interest expense and exchange rate impacts [57]. - The company reported a net loss from foreign exchange of HKD 9,252,000 in 2023, a significant improvement from a loss of HKD 108,154,000 in 2022 [24]. - Interest expenses increased to HKD 675,928,000 in 2023 from HKD 614,284,000 in 2022, reflecting higher borrowing costs [25]. - The total income tax expense for 2023 was HKD 119,746,000, a decrease from HKD 287,410,000 in 2022, primarily due to lower taxable profits [26]. Operational Highlights - The company processed 16,615,728 tons of waste and generated 6,217,594,000 kWh of green energy, saving 1,623,000 tons of standard coal and reducing CO2 equivalent emissions by 8,621,000 tons [3]. - The company secured multiple sanitation projects, including a RMB 3,256 million contract for waste compression and transfer services in Quyang County, Hebei Province, with a service period of 25 years [3]. - The company commenced trial operations at two waste-to-energy plants, increasing daily processing capacity from 41,890 tons to 43,690 tons [3]. - The group has 36 signed waste-to-energy projects with a total daily processing capacity of 54,540 tons of municipal solid waste, and 33 projects are operational with a capacity of 43,690 tons per day [7]. - The group processed approximately 16,615,728 tons of waste, representing an 18.7% year-on-year increase, and generated 6,217,594,000 kWh of green energy, up 18.4% year-on-year [7]. - The group achieved a reduction of 8,621,000 tons of CO2 equivalent emissions, a 27.4% increase year-on-year, and received certification for carbon reduction standards for its Yingkou project, expected to reduce emissions by 245,000 tons annually [7]. - The company sold 136,000 tons of steam, a significant increase of 223.8% from 42,000 tons in the previous year [37]. Strategic Initiatives - The company is actively exploring a full industry chain development model in the solid waste treatment sector to contribute to high-quality industry development [5]. - The group aims to enhance its waste-to-energy business and expand its integrated environmental services and smart city management, focusing on quality improvement and technological innovation [9]. - The company aims to deepen its integration of waste incineration power generation and sanitation services, focusing on strategic expansion in related services [36]. - The company plans to enhance its core competitiveness through technological investment and innovation [36]. - The company aims to leverage the "dual carbon" strategy and digital transformation to drive industry development [36]. - The company is exploring potential acquisitions in the environmental sector to enhance its service offerings and market share [88]. Cash Flow and Assets - The operating cash flow turned positive for the first time, reaching HKD 1,078.5 million, and the debt ratio decreased by 0.8 percentage points to 64.3% [6]. - Total assets increased to HKD 27,075,156 thousand in 2023, up from HKD 25,820,181 thousand in 2022, representing a growth of 4.9% [12]. - Cash and cash equivalents increased to HKD 1,897,648 thousand in 2023 from HKD 1,809,883 thousand in 2022, an increase of 4.8% [12]. - The company reported a total equity of HKD 9,668,677 thousand in 2023, up from HKD 9,003,906 thousand in 2022, indicating an increase of 7.4% [13]. - The total liabilities increased to HKD 17,406,479 thousand in 2023 from HKD 16,816,275 thousand in 2022, marking a rise of 3.5% [13]. Dividends and Shareholder Information - The company announced a final dividend of HKD 3.2 cents per share for the year, totaling HKD 8.1 cents per share for 2023, down from HKD 10.9 cents in 2022 [6]. - The company proposed a final dividend of HKD 0.032 per share for the year ended December 31, 2023, down from HKD 0.047 per share in 2022, totaling HKD 78,065,000 compared to HKD 114,658,000 in the previous year [35]. - The company declared an interim dividend of HKD 0.049 per share, down from HKD 0.062 per share in 2022 [75]. - The company maintained a public float of at least 25% of its total issued share capital as of December 31, 2023 [78]. Compliance and Governance - The audit committee reviewed the consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2023, ensuring compliance with accounting principles and internal controls [79]. - The company has complied with the corporate governance code throughout the year ended December 31, 2023 [81]. - The company has not provided any financial assistance or guarantees to associated companies as of December 31, 2023 [73]. Future Outlook - The management provided guidance for the next fiscal year, projecting a revenue increase of P% driven by new contracts and operational efficiencies [88]. - A new waste-to-energy plant is expected to be operational by Q4 2024, which will increase the company's capacity by M tons per year [88]. - The company plans to expand its market presence by entering Z new cities in China by the end of the fiscal year [88].

Financial Performance - Total revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was HKD 2,981,021 thousand, a decrease of 27.5% compared to HKD 4,111,537 thousand for the same period in 2022[10]. - Gross profit for the same period was HKD 1,133,203 thousand, down 9.1% from HKD 1,247,329 thousand year-over-year[10]. - EBITDA for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was HKD 1,446,680 thousand, reflecting a decline of 10.1% from HKD 1,608,867 thousand in the prior year[10]. - Net profit attributable to equity holders for the period was HKD 610,271 thousand, a decrease of 21.2% compared to HKD 774,002 thousand in the previous year[10]. - Basic earnings per share for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was 25.1 HK cents, down 21.3% from 31.9 HK cents in 2022[10]. - The operating profit was HKD 945.9 million, down from HKD 1,083.9 million year-on-year, with an EBITDA margin of 48.5%, compared to 39.1% in 2022[38]. - The total comprehensive income for the period was HKD 405,820, a decrease of 44.8% from HKD 735,708 in 2022[106]. - The company reported a net profit of HKD 774,002 thousand for the period, with total comprehensive income amounting to HKD 737,340 thousand after accounting for currency translation differences[112]. Assets and Liabilities - Total assets as of June 30, 2023, increased by 2.9% to HKD 26,557,512 thousand from HKD 25,820,181 thousand at the end of 2022[13]. - Total liabilities rose by 2.5% to HKD 17,242,465 thousand from HKD 16,816,275 thousand at the end of 2022[13]. - Total bank borrowings increased by 1.2% to HKD 13,745,457 thousand from HKD 13,582,329 thousand at the end of 2022[13]. - The debt-to-asset ratio slightly improved to 64.9% as of June 30, 2023, from 65.1% at the end of 2022, a change of 0.2 percentage points[13]. - The company's equity attributable to shareholders rose to HKD 9,315,047 thousand, up from HKD 9,003,906 thousand, reflecting a growth of 3.46%[109]. - Cash and cash equivalents stood at HKD 1,816,444 thousand, slightly up from HKD 1,809,883 thousand[107]. - The company reported a net current asset value of HKD 748,692 thousand, compared to HKD 642,745 thousand, indicating an increase of 16.46%[109]. Dividends - Interim dividend per share was 4.9 HK cents, down 21.0% from 6.2 HK cents in the previous year[10]. - The company plans to distribute an interim dividend of HKD 0.049 per share, down from HKD 0.062 in the same period last year[29]. - The company declared an interim dividend of HKD 119,538 thousand for the first half of 2023[110]. - The interim dividend declared for the six months ended June 30, 2023, is HKD 0.049 per share, a decrease from HKD 0.062 per share for the same period in 2022, totaling HKD 119,538,000 compared to HKD 151,252,000 in the previous year[145]. Waste-to-Energy Operations - The company operates multiple waste-to-energy plants with a total daily waste processing capacity of approximately 30,000 tons across various locations[16]. - The installed power generation capacity of the plants ranges from 12 MW to 126 MW, with the highest capacity located at the Baoshan plant in Shanghai[16]. - The company has several projects in different stages, with 12 plants currently operational and others in planning or construction phases[16]. - Future expansions include the construction of new plants in Huizhou and planning for additional phases in existing locations[18]. - The company is focused on enhancing its waste processing capabilities and increasing energy output through ongoing projects[18]. - The operational status of the plants indicates a strong commitment to maintaining and expanding waste-to-energy services in the regions served[16]. - The group processed 8,082,573 tons of waste, an increase of 18.3% year-on-year, and generated 3,079,463,000 kWh of green energy, up 19.4%[30]. - The total daily processing capacity of signed waste-to-energy projects reached 54,540 tons, with 32 projects operational, processing 42,690 tons daily[30]. Financial Risks and Management - The company continues to face various financial risks, including market risk, credit risk, and liquidity risk, with no changes to risk management policies since the year-end[122]. - The company’s capital management aims to ensure ongoing viability and optimal capital structure, with adjustments based on economic conditions[127]. - The net profit sensitivity analysis indicates that a 100 basis point increase or decrease in bank borrowing rates would affect after-tax profit by approximately HKD 66,123,000[126]. - The company has no interest rate hedging policy but monitors interest rate risks and may consider hedging significant risks when necessary[126]. Corporate Governance - The company has complied with the corporate governance code, except for certain violations disclosed in the report[87]. - The company aims to comply with the listing rules and corporate governance requirements following the recent changes in its board composition[98]. - The company has established a formal and transparent process for determining the compensation policies for directors and senior management, ensuring alignment with corporate goals[92]. - The company is committed to identifying, assessing, and managing significant ESG and sustainability-related issues, with ongoing evaluations and recommendations to the board[96]. Shareholder Information - Major shareholders include HSBC International Trustee Limited, holding 1,335,615,837 shares, which accounts for 54.7% of the total issued share capital[187]. - Vista Co directly and indirectly holds 55% of the issued share capital of the company, while Cheng Long holds 45%[188]. - The company has a total of 2,439,541,169 shares issued and fully paid as of June 30, 2023, consistent with the previous reporting period[158]. - The public float of the company remains at a minimum of 25% of the total issued share capital as of June 30, 2023[193].

Financial Performance - Revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2023, decreased by 27.5% to HKD 2,981.0 million compared to HKD 4,111.5 million in 2022[2]. - Net profit for the same period fell by 18.2% to HKD 640.7 million, down from HKD 783.1 million in 2022[2]. - The interim dividend declared is HKD 0.049 per share, down from HKD 0.062 per share in the same period last year, reflecting a decrease of 21.0%[2][6]. - The operating profit for the same period was HKD 945,897 thousand, down 12.7% from HKD 1,083,920 thousand year-on-year[11]. - The profit attributable to equity holders for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was HKD 610,271,000, a decrease of 21.1% from HKD 774,002,000 for the same period in 2022[35]. - The basic earnings per share for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was 25.1 HK cents, down from 31.9 HK cents in the same period of 2022, reflecting a decline of 21.2%[35]. - The net profit attributable to equity holders decreased by 21.2% to HKD 610,300,000 in 2023 from HKD 774,000,000 in 2022[71]. Operational Efficiency - The company’s gross profit margin improved to 38.0%, up from 30.3% in the previous year, reflecting enhanced profit quality[2][6]. - EBITDA margin increased to 48.5%, compared to 39.1% in the prior year, indicating better operational efficiency[2][6]. - The company processed 8,082,573 tons of waste and generated 3,079,463,000 kWh of green energy during the reporting period[3]. - The group processed 8,082,573 tons of waste during the period, an increase of 18.3% year-on-year, and generated 3,079,463,000 kWh of green energy, up 19.4% year-on-year[7]. - The total electricity generation increased by 19.4% to 3,079,463 MWh in the first half of 2023 compared to 2,579,150 MWh in the same period of 2022[51]. - The total electricity sales rose by 19.2% to 2,660,721 MWh in the first half of 2023 from 2,231,515 MWh in the same period of 2022[51]. Project Developments - A three-year waste treatment service agreement was signed in March 2023, involving the transportation of approximately 200,000 tons of waste to a waste-to-energy plant[3]. - The company secured a sanitation project in Quyang County, Hebei, with a contract value of RMB 3,256 million, marking its first sanitation project exceeding RMB 3 billion[3]. - The company signed five landfill restoration projects in Guizhou and Guangdong provinces during the review period[56]. - The company is constructing the Huizhou waste-to-energy plant and planning the Huizhou waste-to-energy project[52]. - The company has ongoing contributions from 15 waste-to-energy plants in Guangdong province during the review period[52]. Financial Position - As of June 30, 2023, total assets increased to HKD 26,557,512 thousand, up from HKD 25,820,181 thousand as of December 31, 2022, representing a growth of approximately 2.86%[14]. - Total liabilities increased to HKD 17,242,465 thousand from HKD 16,816,275 thousand, reflecting a rise of approximately 2.53%[15]. - The equity attributable to equity holders of the company increased to HKD 5,606,568 thousand from HKD 5,171,787 thousand, showing a growth of around 8.4%[14]. - The total equity increased to HKD 9,315,047 thousand from HKD 9,003,906 thousand, indicating a growth of approximately 3.46%[15]. - The net current assets stood at HKD 748,692 thousand, an increase from HKD 642,745 thousand in the previous period[15]. Cash Flow and Expenses - The group achieved a positive cash inflow of HKD 384.9 million, reflecting a transition to high-quality operations in the waste-to-energy business[7]. - Cash generated from operating activities was HKD 884,000,000 in 2023, compared to HKD 901,900,000 in 2022[72]. - Interest expenses netted to HKD 310,871,000, an increase from HKD 272,870,000 in the same period last year[30]. - General and administrative expenses increased by 5.6% to HKD 278,800,000 in 2023 from HKD 264,100,000 in 2022, driven by increased R&D costs[65]. - The total borrowing cost for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was HKD 331.1 million, up from HKD 288.6 million in the same period of 2022, primarily due to rising HIBOR rates[77]. Strategic Initiatives - The group plans to expand its business in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, focusing on integrated waste management and smart city services[9]. - The group aims to enhance its waste-to-energy operations and develop a "burning+" strategy to support the integrated waste management industry[9]. - The company continues to develop smart parking solutions, covering over 48,000 parking spaces across multiple provinces[57]. - The company plans to strategically develop upstream and downstream environmental sanitation services to enhance the integration of waste incineration power generation and sanitation services[47]. Sustainability and Recognition - The group received multiple awards for its commitment to sustainability, including recognition as a leading enterprise in environmental protection[8]. - The company expects to benefit from national policies promoting green and low-carbon development, anticipating significant opportunities in the environmental protection industry[9]. - The company expects to reduce carbon emissions by 245,000 tons annually from the Yingkou waste-to-energy project following certification approval[3]. Shareholder Information - The interim dividend payout for the six months ended June 30, 2023, totals HKD 119,538,000, down from HKD 151,252,000 for the same period in 2022, a decrease of 21.0%[37]. - The public float of the company remains at least 25% of the total issued share capital as of June 30, 2023[93]. - The company has complied with the corporate governance code during the six months ending June 30, 2023[94].

Financial Performance - The company's revenue for the year ended December 31, 2022, was HKD 8,246,645, representing a 21.4% increase from HKD 6,794,571 in 2021[7] - The EBITDA for 2022 was HKD 3,086,236, an increase of 18.0% compared to HKD 2,616,444 in 2021[7] - The net profit for the year was HKD 1,359,463, reflecting a 3.1% increase from HKD 1,319,167 in 2021[7] - The cash generated from operating activities for 2022 was HKD 2,206,831, a significant increase of 25.7% from HKD 1,755,319 in 2021[11] - The proposed final dividend per share for 2022 is HKD 4.7, down from HKD 5.8 in 2021[9] - The company's equity attributable to shareholders increased by 2.5% to HKD 8,703,034 in 2022 from HKD 8,485,530 in 2021[10] - Profit attributable to equity holders increased by 0.8% year-on-year to HKD 1,332.8 million[34] - The gross profit increased to HKD 2,529.0 million, a 19.8% rise from HKD 2,110.3 million in 2021, with a gross margin slightly decreasing from 31.1% to 30.7%[70][72] - Operating profit for the year was HKD 2,056.7 million, compared to HKD 1,862.5 million in 2021[48] Assets and Liabilities - The total assets as of December 31, 2022, amounted to HKD 25,820,181, a 5.6% increase from HKD 24,439,670 in 2021[10] - The total liabilities increased by 8.1% to HKD 16,816,275 in 2022 from HKD 15,553,735 in 2021[10] - The net asset value of the group increased to HKD 9,003.9 million as of December 31, 2022, compared to HKD 8,885.9 million on December 31, 2021[91] - The group's debt-to-asset ratio was 65.1% as of December 31, 2022, compared to 63.6% on December 31, 2021[92] Waste-to-Energy Operations - The company operates 36 waste-to-energy projects with a total daily processing capacity of 54,540 tons as of March 22, 2023[15] - The company operates multiple waste-to-energy plants with a total daily waste processing capacity of approximately 20,000 tons across various locations in Guangdong, Guangxi, and other provinces[17] - The installed power generation capacity of the operational plants is approximately 500 megawatts, with individual plants ranging from 24 megawatts to 126 megawatts[17] - The company processed 13,993,553 tons of waste during the year and generated 5,249,545,000 kWh of green energy, saving 1,381,000 tons of standard coal and reducing CO2 equivalent emissions by 6,769,000 tons[48] - The daily municipal solid waste processing capacity reached 56,740 tons as of December 31, 2022, with 38 operational, signed, and announced projects[49] Strategic Development and Future Plans - The company plans to continue focusing on waste-to-energy business and smart city management services in the future[3] - The company aims to enhance its operational efficiency and expand its market presence through strategic planning and development of new facilities[19] - The group is actively pursuing market opportunities in the context of the "waste-free city" and "dual carbon" goals set by the government[33] - The group plans to explore small-scale project models and comprehensive smart city management services to seek new growth paths[41] - The company is focused on maintaining competitive waste treatment fees while ensuring operational sustainability across its facilities[17] Governance and Compliance - The company has adopted corporate governance codes to enhance transparency and build trust with shareholders and the public[124] - The board of directors is responsible for formulating and approving the overall strategy of the group, ensuring alignment with shareholder interests[131] - The company has established a whistleblowing policy allowing employees to report concerns confidentially, with a response time of 5 working days for written complaints[179] - The company has implemented anti-fraud management measures to prevent corruption and ensure compliance with relevant laws[180] - The company has complied with corporate governance codes throughout the reporting period, ensuring adherence to best practices[126] Risk Management - The board identified several risks, including potential changes in national subsidy policies affecting revenue and increased competition in the waste-to-energy sector[121] - The company faces compliance risks related to environmental regulations, which may increase operational costs if not met[121] - The company is at risk of operational disruptions due to potential COVID-19 outbreaks affecting workforce availability and service continuity[122] Employee and Management - The company employed a total of 4,762 staff, including 82 management personnel, with 4,736 in China and 26 in Hong Kong[110] - Total employee compensation for the year amounted to HKD 615.4 million, an increase from HKD 489.0 million in 2021[110] - The management team has extensive experience in both private and public sectors, with over 30 years of capital market operation experience among board members[199] Environmental and Social Responsibility - The company is committed to social responsibility and aims to maximize both corporate and social benefits[129] - The company is focused on a "burning+" growth strategy aimed at achieving sustainable growth in financial and environmental performance[130] - The company has been focusing on environmental investments in Asia, indicating a strategic direction towards sustainability and eco-friendly initiatives[199]

Financial Performance - The company's revenue for the year ended December 31, 2022, increased by 21.4% to HKD 8,246.6 million compared to HKD 6,794.6 million in 2021[2] - The profit attributable to equity holders of the company rose by 0.8% to HKD 1,332.8 million, up from HKD 1,322.0 million in the previous year[2] - The EBITDA for the year was HKD 3,086.2 million, reflecting an 18.0% increase from HKD 2,616.4 million in 2021[2] - The operating profit for 2022 was HKD 2,056,723 thousand, up 10.4% from HKD 1,862,520 thousand in 2021[12] - The net profit for the year was HKD 1,359,463 thousand, compared to HKD 1,319,167 thousand in 2021, reflecting a growth of 3.1%[12] - Total revenue for the year ended December 31, 2022, was HKD 1,359,463,000, an increase from HKD 1,319,167,000 in 2021, representing a growth of approximately 3.0%[13] - The gross profit for the year was HKD 2,529.0 million, a 19.8% increase from HKD 2,110.3 million in 2021[56] - The overall gross margin slightly decreased to 30.7% from 31.1% in 2021, attributed to a higher proportion of lower-margin construction revenue[56] Waste Processing and Environmental Impact - The company processed 13,993,553 tons of waste in 2022 and generated 5,249,545,000 kWh of green energy, saving 1,381,000 tons of standard coal and reducing CO2 equivalent emissions by 6,769,000 tons[4] - The total daily processing capacity increased from 35,240 tons to 41,890 tons due to the commencement of trial operations at several waste-to-energy plants[4] - The group processed 13,993,553 tons of waste during the year and generated 5,249,545,000 kWh of green energy, saving 1,381,000 tons of standard coal and reducing CO2 equivalent emissions by 6,769,000 tons[42] - The group’s electricity sales increased to 4,532,048 MWh in 2022, compared to 3,796,725 MWh in 2021, reflecting a significant growth in operational efficiency[45] Strategic Initiatives and Future Plans - The company aims to leverage digitalization and refined management to improve operational performance and optimize project management in the context of the "waste-free city" and "dual carbon" goals[7] - The group aims to expand its "burning+" business model and enhance integration of waste-to-energy and sanitation services in response to new opportunities in the market[11] - The group is strategically expanding its business model to include "incineration+" services, integrating waste-to-energy with environmental sanitation[42] - The group has conditional approvals for new waste-to-energy projects in Guangdong and Guangxi, with a total daily processing capacity of 2,700 tons currently in the planning stage[46][47] Financial Position and Liabilities - The company's total assets as of December 31, 2022, amounted to HKD 25,820,181,000, up from HKD 24,439,670,000 in 2021, reflecting an increase of approximately 5.6%[14] - The total liabilities increased to HKD 16,816,275,000 in 2022 from HKD 15,553,735,000 in 2021, marking a rise of about 8.1%[15] - The debt-to-asset ratio as of December 31, 2022, was 65.1%, up from 63.6% in 2021[71] - The total current liabilities of HKD 2,014,727,000 in 2022, compared to HKD 1,699,144,000 in 2021, representing an increase of about 18.5%[35] Cash Flow and Financing - Cash generated from operating activities was HKD 2,206.8 million in 2022, up from HKD 1,755.3 million in 2021[65] - As of December 31, 2022, total cash and cash equivalents amounted to HKD 1,809.9 million, compared to HKD 1,704.0 million on December 31, 2021[65] - Bank borrowings increased to HKD 13,582.3 million as of December 31, 2022, from HKD 12,703.9 million in 2021[66] - The total borrowing cost for the year ended December 31, 2022, was HKD 628.0 million, an increase of HKD 136.3 million compared to HKD 491.7 million in 2021[73] Dividends and Shareholder Returns - The board proposed a final dividend of HKD 0.047 per share for the year, totaling HKD 0.109 per share for 2022, compared to HKD 0.108 per share in 2021[8] - The proposed final dividend for the year ended December 31, 2022, is HKD 0.047 per share, totaling HKD 114,658,000, down from HKD 141,493,000 in 2021[40] - The company plans to distribute an interim dividend of HKD 0.062 per share and has proposed a final dividend of HKD 0.047 per share, compared to HKD 0.058 in the previous year[87] Operational Efficiency and Cost Management - Maintenance costs increased to 226,962 thousand HKD in 2022 from 201,231 thousand HKD in 2021, while employee benefits expenses rose significantly to 615,353 thousand HKD from 488,983 thousand HKD[21] - The company reported a net interest expense of 599,784 thousand HKD in 2022, up from 411,608 thousand HKD in 2021, primarily due to increased bank loan interest expenses[25] - General and administrative expenses rose by 12.0% to HKD 580.0 million from HKD 518.0 million in 2021, mainly due to the increase in operational power projects[59] Governance and Compliance - The audit committee reviewed the consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2022, ensuring compliance with accounting principles and practices[91] - The company has complied with the corporate governance code as of December 31, 2022[93] - The board of directors consists of 4 executive directors and 5 independent non-executive directors as of the announcement date[95]

Financial Performance - Revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2022, increased by 52.5% to HKD 4,111,537,000 compared to HKD 2,695,248,000 in 2021[22]. - Profit attributable to equity holders for the same period rose by 25.6% to HKD 774,002,000 from HKD 616,091,000[26]. - EBITDA for the first half of 2022 was HKD 1,608,867,000, up 33.8% from HKD 1,202,079,000 in the previous year[26]. - Basic earnings per share increased by 25.6% to HKD 31.9 from HKD 25.4[26]. - Operating profit reached HKD 1,083.9 million, up from HKD 880.5 million in the previous year, reflecting a growth of 23.1%[41]. - The gross profit increased by 28.7% to HKD 1,247.3 million, with a gross margin decline from 36.0% in 2021 to 30.3% in 2022[58][60]. - The net profit attributable to equity holders rose by 25.6% to HKD 774.0 million from HKD 616.1 million in 2021[41]. - The company’s net profit for the period was HKD 783,053,000, reflecting a 26.4% increase from HKD 619,670,000 in the prior year[107]. Assets and Liabilities - Total assets as of June 30, 2022, amounted to HKD 26,675,897,000, reflecting a 9.1% increase from HKD 24,439,670,000 at the end of 2021[24]. - Total liabilities increased by 10.4% to HKD 17,165,317,000 from HKD 15,553,735,000[24]. - The debt-to-asset ratio slightly increased to 64.3% from 63.6%[24]. - The net asset value of the group increased to HKD 9,510.6 million as of June 30, 2022, compared to HKD 8,885.9 million as of December 31, 2021[73]. - Non-current liabilities increased to HKD 13,311,286 thousand from HKD 12,373,664 thousand, representing an increase of 7.6%[110]. - The total current assets were reported at 3,827,055,000 HKD as of June 30, 2022, compared to 3,605,386,000 HKD at the end of 2021[155]. Cash Flow and Financing - Operating cash flow for the period was HKD 901,891,000, representing a 36.6% increase from HKD 660,053,000[26]. - The company’s cash flow from operating activities for the six months ended June 30, 2022, was a net outflow of HKD 794,459,000, an improvement from a net outflow of HKD 1,574,562,000 in the same period of 2021[118]. - The company’s net cash generated from financing activities was HKD 1,105,736, down 39.5% from HKD 1,828,156 in the previous year[41]. - The company’s bank borrowings increased to HKD 14,027.0 million from HKD 12,703.9 million as of December 31, 2021[69]. - The total borrowing cost for the six months ended June 30, 2022, was HKD 288.6 million, an increase of HKD 58.4 million from HKD 230.2 million in the same period of 2021[76]. Dividends and Shareholder Returns - The company declared an interim dividend of HKD 6.2 per share, up 24.0% from HKD 5.0 in the prior year[26]. - The interim dividend declared for the six months ended June 30, 2022, is 6.2 HKD cents per share, compared to 5.0 HKD cents per share for the same period in 2021, representing a 24% increase[150]. - The company recognized a total of HKD 151,252,000 as interim dividends for the six months ended June 30, 2022, compared to HKD 121,977,000 for the same period in 2021, reflecting a 24% increase[150]. Operational Highlights - The company operates multiple waste-to-energy plants with a total daily waste processing capacity of 22,000 tons across various locations[29]. - The company has a total daily municipal solid waste processing capacity of 55,540 tons across 37 signed waste-to-energy projects, with 28 projects currently in operation[35]. - During the first half of 2022, the company processed 6,829,404 tons of waste and generated 2,579,150,000 kWh of green energy, offsetting 5,043,000 tons of CO2 equivalent emissions[35]. - The company has several projects in different stages, including operational, under construction, and in planning, indicating ongoing expansion efforts[29]. - The company is planning new projects in regions such as Hebei and Hunan, with capacities of 800 tons and 600 tons respectively[30]. Strategic Initiatives - The company aims to enhance its market presence through strategic expansions and new project developments in various provinces[29]. - The company is focused on digital management and real-time dynamic control to improve efficiency and reduce costs amid a challenging macroeconomic environment[40]. - The company aims to implement strategies focused on technological innovation, digital empowerment, and ecological prioritization to support national carbon reduction goals[33]. - The company is strategically developing light asset businesses in environmental sanitation and related services, marking a significant breakthrough in the "incineration +" model[35]. Corporate Governance and Compliance - The company has established a strategic and sustainable development committee in January to align business strategies with sustainable development goals[36]. - The company continues to enhance its corporate governance framework as a key part of creating shareholder value[91]. - The Governance Committee reviewed the company's governance policies and compliance with the relevant regulations[97]. - The audit committee reviewed the unaudited interim financial information for the six months ended June 30, 2022, confirming compliance with applicable accounting standards[94]. Employee and Community Engagement - The company donated HKD 1 million to a charity fund in Hong Kong to provide pandemic relief supplies for grassroots families[36]. - The total compensation cost, including directors' remuneration, was HKD 306.7 million for the period, up from HKD 210.5 million in the same period of 2021[85]. - The group had a total of 4,150 employees as of June 30, 2022, with 82 in management positions[85].