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迈科管业(01553):丁晓东已获委任为提名委员会成员
智通财经网· 2025-08-27 12:08
Group 1 - The company Maike Pipeline (01553) announced the appointment of Ms. Zhao Xuelian as a non-executive director and Mr. Ding Xiaodong as an independent non-executive director to the nomination committee, effective from August 27, 2025 [1]
迈科管业(01553) - 董事会提名委员会职权范围
2025-08-27 12:05
董事會提名委員會職權範圍 Terms of reference of the Nomination Committee of the Board of Directors MAIKE TUBE INDUSTRY HOLDINGS LIMITED ( 邁 科管業控股有限公司) (the "Company") (「本公司」) (Stock Code: 1553) (股份代號:1553) Terms of reference of the Nomination Committee (the "Committee") of the Board (the "Board") of Directors (the "Directors") of the Company 本公司董事(「董事」)會(「董事會」) 提名委員會(「委員會」) 職權範圍 MAIKE TUBE INDUSTRY HOLDINGS LIMITED 邁科管业控股有限公司 (Amended and adopted by the Company pursuant to the resolution passed by the Board on 27 August ...
迈科管业(01553) - 董事名单及其角色和职能
2025-08-27 12:02
MAIKE TUBE INDUSTRY HOLDINGS LIMITED ( 邁 科 管 業 控 股 有 限 公 司 ) ( 於 開 曼 群 島 註 冊 成 立 的 有 限 公 司 ) (股份代號:1553) 董事名單及其角色和職能 邁科管業控股有限公司董事(「董事」)會(「董事會」)成員載列如下: 執行董事 郭雷先生 (董事會主席) 王寧先生 楊書峰先生 非執行董事 趙雪蓮女士 孔令磊先生 獨立非執行董事 劉鳳元先生 丁曉東先生 孫永喜先生 董事會已成立三個委員會,而各委員會的成員載列如下: 審核委員會 丁曉東先生 (委員會主席) 劉鳳元先生 孫永喜先生 提名委員會 郭雷先生 (委員會主席) 趙雪蓮女士 劉鳳元先生 丁曉東先生 孫永喜先生 薪酬委員會 劉鳳元先生 (委員會主席) 郭雷先生 孫永喜先生 香港,二零二五年八月二十七日 ...
迈科管业(01553) - 委任提名委员会成员
2025-08-27 11:59
香港交易及結算所有限公司及香港聯合交易所有限公司對本公告的內容概不負責,對其 準確性或完整性亦不發表任何聲明,並明確表示,概不就因本公告全部或任何部分內容 而產生或因倚賴該等內容而引致之任何損失承擔任何責任。 MAIKE TUBE INDUSTRY HOLDINGS LIMITED ( 邁 科 管 業 控 股 有 限 公 司 ) ( 於 開 曼 群 島 註 冊 成 立 的 有 限 公 司 ) (股份代號:1553) 上述委任後,提名委員會由五名成員組成,分別為郭雷先生(主席)、趙雪蓮女士、劉鳳 元先生、丁曉東先生及孫永喜先生,並包括一名不同性別之董事。 除提名委員會組成變動外,其職權範圍亦已作出若干修訂,以反映於二零二五年七月一 日生效的香港聯合交易所有限公司證券上市規則附錄C1所載企業管治守則的變動。經更 新的提名委員會職權範圍全文將於適當時候刊載於香港交易及結算所有限公司網站(www. hkexnews.hk)及本公司網站(www.mechpipingtech.com)。 承董事會命 邁科管业控股有限公司 主席兼執行董事 郭雷 香港,二零二五年八月二十七日 於本公告日期,執行董事為郭雷先生、王寧先生及楊書 ...
迈科管业(01553) - 2025 - 中期业绩
2025-08-27 11:56
[Company Information and Announcement Statement](index=1&type=section&id=I.%20Company%20Information%20and%20Announcement%20Statement) This section provides essential company details and official announcements regarding the interim results [Announcement Statement](index=1&type=section&id=Announcement%20Statement) The Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited and The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited disclaim responsibility for the content of this announcement and any losses arising from reliance on it - The Hong Kong Stock Exchange is not responsible for the content of this announcement, does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness, and assumes no liability for any losses incurred[1](index=1&type=chunk) [Company Basic Information](index=1&type=section&id=Company%20Basic%20Information) Maike Tube Industry Holdings Limited (Stock Code: 1553) announces its unaudited interim results for the six months ended June 30, 2025 - Company Name: **MAIKE TUBE INDUSTRY HOLDINGS LIMITED**[2](index=2&type=chunk) - Stock Code: **1553**[2](index=2&type=chunk) - Announcement Period: Interim results for the **six months ended June 30, 2025**[2](index=2&type=chunk)[3](index=3&type=chunk) [Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements](index=2&type=section&id=II.%20Condensed%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) This section presents the condensed consolidated financial statements, including income, financial position, equity changes, and cash flows [Condensed Consolidated Statement of Profit or Loss and Other Comprehensive Income](index=2&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statement%20of%20Profit%20or%20Loss%20and%20Other%20Comprehensive%20Income) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, revenue increased by 10.2% to RMB 1,280,978 thousand, profit for the period grew by 6.2% to RMB 86,497 thousand, and basic earnings per share were RMB 0.199 Key Data from Condensed Consolidated Statement of Profit or Loss and Other Comprehensive Income | Indicator | For the six months ended June 30, 2025 (RMB '000) | For the six months ended June 30, 2024 (RMB '000) | YoY Change (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | 1,280,978 | 1,162,024 | 10.2% | | Cost of sales | (1,061,335) | (995,186) | 6.6% | | Gross profit | 219,643 | 166,838 | 31.7% | | Other income | 7,930 | 10,583 | -25.1% | | Other gains and losses | 11,135 | 11,366 | -2.0% | | Distribution and selling expenses | (59,122) | (35,015) | 68.8% | | Administrative expenses | (32,058) | (28,313) | 13.2% | | Research and development costs | (39,338) | (28,894) | 36.1% | | Profit before tax | 104,915 | 94,586 | 10.9% | | Income tax expense | (18,418) | (13,134) | 40.2% | | Profit for the period | 86,497 | 81,452 | 6.2% | | Basic earnings per share (RMB) | 0.199 | 0.188 | 5.9% | [Condensed Consolidated Statement of Financial Position](index=3&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statement%20of%20Financial%20Position) As of June 30, 2025, total assets slightly increased, net current assets grew significantly, and net assets reached RMB 1,179,620 thousand, a 3.35% increase from the end of 2024 Key Data from Condensed Consolidated Statement of Financial Position | Indicator | As of June 30, 2025 (RMB '000) | As of December 31, 2024 (RMB '000) | Change (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Non-current assets | 468,383 | 471,721 | -0.7% | | Current assets | 1,685,231 | 1,662,442 | 1.4% | | Current liabilities | 950,411 | 964,851 | -1.5% | | Net current assets | 734,820 | 697,591 | 5.3% | | Total assets less current liabilities | 1,203,203 | 1,169,312 | 2.9% | | Non-current liabilities | 23,583 | 27,969 | -15.6% | | Net assets | 1,179,620 | 1,141,343 | 3.4% | | Share capital | 304 | 304 | 0.0% | | Reserves | 1,175,033 | 1,137,118 | 3.3% | | Total equity | 1,179,620 | 1,141,343 | 3.4% | [Condensed Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity](index=5&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statement%20of%20Changes%20in%20Equity) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, equity attributable to owners increased from RMB 1,137,422 thousand at the beginning of the period to RMB 1,175,337 thousand, primarily due to profit for the period of RMB 86,431 thousand, despite dividends distributed of RMB 47,694 thousand Key Data from Condensed Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity | Indicator | As of June 30, 2025 (RMB '000) | As of January 1, 2024 (RMB '000) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Equity attributable to owners at beginning of period | 1,137,422 | 1,046,530 | | Profit for the period | 86,431 | 81,547 | | Other comprehensive (expense) income for the period | (822) | (6,846) | | Dividends distributed | (47,694) | (47,314) | | Equity attributable to owners at end of period | 1,175,337 | 1,073,917 | [Condensed Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows](index=7&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statement%20of%20Cash%20Flows) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, net cash used in operating activities increased to RMB 101,259 thousand, net cash used in investing activities significantly decreased to RMB 5,402 thousand, net cash generated from financing activities increased to RMB 132,992 thousand, and cash and cash equivalents at period-end were RMB 104,068 thousand Key Data from Condensed Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows | Indicator | For the six months ended June 30, 2025 (RMB '000) | For the six months ended June 30, 2024 (RMB '000) | Change (RMB '000) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net cash used in operating activities | (101,259) | (70,098) | (31,161) | | Net cash used in investing activities | (5,402) | (48,135) | 42,733 | | Net cash generated from financing activities | 132,992 | 115,468 | 17,524 | | Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents | 26,331 | (2,765) | 29,096 | | Cash and cash equivalents at end of period | 104,068 | 69,522 | 34,546 | [Notes to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements](index=8&type=section&id=III.%20Notes%20to%20the%20Condensed%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) This section provides detailed notes explaining the accounting policies, revenue breakdown, and specific financial statement items [General Information and Basis of Preparation](index=8&type=section&id=General%20Information%20and%20Basis%20of%20Preparation) Maike Tube Industry Holdings Limited is an investment holding company registered in the Cayman Islands, with subsidiaries primarily engaged in manufacturing and selling steel pipe products and pre-fabricated pipe fittings, with financial statements presented in RMB and prepared in accordance with HKAS 34 - The Company is an investment holding company, with subsidiaries primarily engaged in the manufacturing and sale of **steel pipe products and pre-fabricated pipe fittings products**[10](index=10&type=chunk) - The financial statements are presented in **RMB** and prepared in accordance with **HKAS 34** and Appendix 16 of the Listing Rules[11](index=11&type=chunk) [Accounting Policies](index=8&type=section&id=Accounting%20Policies) The condensed consolidated financial statements are prepared on a historical cost basis, with accounting policies consistent with the prior year, except for certain financial instruments measured at fair value, and new HKFRS amendments had no significant impact - The financial statements are prepared on a **historical cost basis**, with the exception of certain financial instruments[12](index=12&type=chunk) - Amendments to HKFRS accounting standards were first applied this period, but had **no significant impact** on financial position or performance[13](index=13&type=chunk) [Revenue and Segment Information](index=9&type=section&id=Revenue%20and%20Segment%20Information) The Group's total revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2025, was RMB 1,280,978 thousand, primarily from pipe product sales and steel coil trading, with operations in China, Vietnam, and Thailand, and China being the largest market contributor [Revenue](index=9&type=section&id=Revenue) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, the Group's revenue was RMB 1,280,978 thousand, mainly from sales of pipe products (customized steel pipes, standard pre-fabricated pipe fittings, spiral submerged arc welded steel pipes, electric resistance welded steel pipes, assembled piping system design and supply) and steel coil trading Revenue Analysis (RMB '000) | Product Category | For the six months ended June 30, 2025 | For the six months ended June 30, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Customized steel pipes | 206,671 | 218,058 | | Standard pre-fabricated pipe fittings | 204,331 | 184,517 | | Spiral submerged arc welded steel pipes | 317,296 | 177,646 | | Electric resistance welded steel pipes | 240,456 | 101,863 | | Assembled piping system design and supply | 32,016 | 18,738 | | Steel coil trading | 280,208 | 461,202 | | **Total Revenue** | **1,280,978** | **1,162,024** | [Segment Information](index=9&type=section&id=Segment%20Information) The Group's business originates from the production and sale of pipe products in China, Vietnam, and Thailand, and as the chief operating decision maker reviews overall group performance, no operating segments are presented - The Group's business primarily involves the production and sale of **pipe products in China, Vietnam, and Thailand**[15](index=15&type=chunk) - The chief operating decision maker reviews the Group's performance as a whole, thus **no operating segments are presented**[15](index=15&type=chunk) [Geographical Information](index=10&type=section&id=Geographical%20Information) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, the Chinese market contributed RMB 779,437 thousand in revenue, accounting for 60.8%, while other Asian countries saw significant revenue growth to RMB 204,613 thousand Revenue by Geographical Region (RMB '000) | Region | For the six months ended June 30, 2025 | For the six months ended June 30, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | China | 779,437 | 764,850 | | United States | 154,304 | 149,898 | | Other Asian countries (excluding China) | 204,613 | 130,467 | | Other American countries (excluding United States) | 100,688 | 95,827 | | Europe | 10,894 | 11,154 | | Others | 31,042 | 9,828 | | **Total Revenue** | **1,280,978** | **1,162,024** | [Other Income / Other Gains and Losses](index=10&type=section&id=Other%20Income%20%2F%20Other%20Gains%20and%20Losses) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, other income decreased by 25.1% YoY to RMB 7,930 thousand, mainly due to reduced government grants; other gains and losses slightly decreased by 2% YoY to RMB 11,135 thousand, primarily affected by lower scrap sales and net exchange gains, but offset by a RMB 3,405 thousand gain from subsidiary disposal Other Income (RMB '000) | Indicator | For the six months ended June 30, 2025 | For the six months ended June 30, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Government grants | 5,047 | 8,394 | | Bank interest income | 2,883 | 2,189 | | **Total** | **7,930** | **10,583** | Other Gains and Losses (RMB '000) | Indicator | For the six months ended June 30, 2025 | For the six months ended June 30, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Gain from sales of scrap materials | 4,379 | 4,876 | | Fair value gain on structured bank deposits | 307 | 45 | | Fair value gain (loss) on foreign exchange forward contracts | (186) | 1,049 | | Fair value gain (loss) on derivative financial instruments | 155 | (24) | | Loss on disposal of property, plant and equipment | (1,480) | (278) | | Gain on disposal of a subsidiary | 3,405 | – | | Net exchange gain | 3,239 | 5,118 | | Others | 1,316 | 580 | | **Total** | **11,135** | **11,366** | - A gain of **RMB 3,405 thousand** was recognized from the disposal of 100% equity interest in Shandong Maike Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. and Yongqing County Keqi Trading Co., Ltd.[18](index=18&type=chunk) [Impairment Losses under Expected Credit Loss Model (Net of Reversal)](index=12&type=section&id=Impairment%20Losses%20under%20Expected%20Credit%20Loss%20Model%20(Net%20of%20Reversal)) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, impairment losses under the expected credit loss model (net of reversal) were RMB 2,129 thousand, a slight decrease from RMB 2,208 thousand in the prior year Impairment Losses (RMB '000) | Indicator | For the six months ended June 30, 2025 | For the six months ended June 30, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Trade receivables | (3,681) | (2,377) | | Contract assets | 1,552 | 169 | | **Total** | **(2,129)** | **(2,208)** | [Finance Costs](index=12&type=section&id=Finance%20Costs) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, finance costs increased by 29.1% YoY to RMB 5,404 thousand, primarily due to higher interest on discounted bills Finance Costs (RMB '000) | Indicator | For the six months ended June 30, 2025 | For the six months ended June 30, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Interest on bank borrowings | 740 | 1,235 | | Interest on lease liabilities | 62 | 90 | | Interest on discounted bills | 4,602 | 2,862 | | **Total** | **5,404** | **4,187** | [Profit Before Tax](index=12&type=section&id=Profit%20Before%20Tax) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, profit before tax was RMB 104,915 thousand, primarily after deducting depreciation of property, plant and equipment of RMB 2,988 thousand and reversal of inventories of RMB 272 thousand Components of Profit Before Tax (RMB '000) | Indicator | For the six months ended June 30, 2025 | For the six months ended June 30, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Total depreciation of property, plant and equipment | 2,988 | 4,458 | | Reversal of inventories | (272) | (2,107) | [Income Tax Expense](index=13&type=section&id=Income%20Tax%20Expense) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, income tax expense increased by 40.2% YoY to RMB 18,418 thousand, mainly due to higher PRC corporate income tax and increased deferred tax expense for the period Income Tax Expense (RMB '000) | Indicator | For the six months ended June 30, 2025 | For the six months ended June 30, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | PRC corporate income tax (current period) | 19,019 | 11,659 | | Under-provision in prior periods (over-provision) | (1,459) | 1,258 | | Deferred tax expense | 858 | 217 | | **Total** | **18,418** | **13,134** | [Dividends](index=13&type=section&id=Dividends) The Board decided not to declare any dividends for the six months ended June 30, 2025, but a final dividend of HK 12 cents per share, totaling approximately RMB 47,694 thousand, was declared for the year ended December 31, 2024 - The Board does not recommend the payment of any dividend for the **six months ended June 30, 2025**[22](index=22&type=chunk) - A final dividend of **HK 12 cents per share**, totaling **RMB 47,694 thousand**, was declared for the year ended December 31, 2024[22](index=22&type=chunk) [Earnings Per Share](index=13&type=section&id=Earnings%20Per%20Share) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, basic earnings per share increased to RMB 0.199 from RMB 0.188 in the prior year, with the weighted average number of ordinary shares remaining unchanged Earnings Per Share Data | Indicator | For the six months ended June 30, 2025 | For the six months ended June 30, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Profit for the period attributable to owners of the Company (RMB '000) | 86,431 | 81,547 | | Weighted average number of ordinary shares ('000 shares) | 433,800 | 433,800 | | **Basic earnings per share (RMB)** | **0.199** | **0.188** | [Property, Plant and Equipment](index=14&type=section&id=Property%2C%20Plant%20and%20Equipment) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, the Group disposed of property, plant and equipment totaling RMB 1,529 thousand and acquired new property, plant and equipment totaling RMB 21,880 thousand - Disposal of property, plant and equipment totaled **RMB 1,529 thousand** (2024: RMB 3,402 thousand)[27](index=27&type=chunk) - Acquisition of property, plant and equipment totaled **RMB 21,880 thousand** (2024: RMB 40,520 thousand)[27](index=27&type=chunk) [Trade Receivables](index=14&type=section&id=Trade%20Receivables) As of June 30, 2025, total trade receivables were RMB 608,808 thousand, a 16.7% decrease from the end of 2024, primarily due to collection efforts and subsidiary disposals Aging Analysis of Trade Receivables (RMB '000) | Aging | As of June 30, 2025 | As of December 31, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | 0 to 60 days | 204,657 | 338,922 | | 61 to 180 days | 167,077 | 167,848 | | 181 days to 1 year | 69,574 | 58,403 | | Over 1 year | 167,500 | 166,027 | | **Total** | **608,808** | **731,200** | [Pledged Trade Receivables](index=15&type=section&id=Pledged%20Trade%20Receivables) As of June 30, 2025, pledged trade receivables were RMB 51,252 thousand, a 32.1% decrease from the end of 2024, mainly due to early discounting of bank bills received Aging Analysis of Pledged Trade Receivables (RMB '000) | Aging | As of June 30, 2025 | As of December 31, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | 0 to 180 days | 50,852 | 69,431 | | 181 days to 1 year | 400 | 6,019 | | **Total** | **51,252** | **75,450** | [Contract Assets](index=15&type=section&id=Contract%20Assets) As of June 30, 2025, contract assets decreased to RMB 26,893 thousand, primarily due to a reduction in retention receivables from pipe product sales Contract Assets (RMB '000) | Indicator | As of June 30, 2025 | As of December 31, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Retention receivables from sales of pipe products | 28,939 | 32,552 | | Less: Provision for impairment losses | (2,046) | (2,445) | | **Total** | **26,893** | **30,107** | [Amounts Due From/To Related Parties](index=16&type=section&id=Amounts%20Due%20From%2FTo%20Related%20Parties) As of June 30, 2025, amounts due from related parties increased to RMB 17,563 thousand, and amounts due to related parties increased to RMB 13,938 thousand, both primarily due to increased unsettled trade balances at period-end [Amounts Due From Related Parties](index=16&type=section&id=Amounts%20Due%20From%20Related%20Parties) As of June 30, 2025, amounts due from related parties increased to RMB 17,563 thousand, mainly due to increased unsettled trade balances at period-end, with Maide being the largest receivable party Amounts Due From Related Parties (RMB '000) | Related Party | As of June 30, 2025 | As of December 31, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Maide | 6,729 | 4,752 | | Shandong Maike Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. | 2,518 | – | | Jinan Kede Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. | 2,478 | 1,164 | | Maide Group Linyi Co., Ltd. | 2,148 | 4,193 | | **Total** | **17,563** | **15,383** | - Of the balances due from related parties, **RMB 4,638 thousand** was overdue and unsecured[34](index=34&type=chunk) [Amounts Due To Related Parties](index=18&type=section&id=Amounts%20Due%20To%20Related%20Parties) As of June 30, 2025, amounts due to related parties increased to RMB 13,938 thousand, mainly due to increased unsettled payables at period-end, with Taigang Pipe Fittings being the largest payable party Amounts Due To Related Parties (RMB '000) | Related Party | As of June 30, 2025 | As of December 31, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Taigang Pipe Fittings | 9,141 | 1,087 | | Maide New Energy | 2,723 | 981 | | Kede Intelligent | 609 | 856 | | Maide | 535 | 2,697 | | **Total** | **13,938** | **6,075** | [Trade Payables and Bills Payable](index=19&type=section&id=Trade%20Payables%20and%20Bills%20Payable) As of June 30, 2025, total trade payables and bills payable increased to RMB 683,124 thousand, primarily due to an increase in bills payable Trade Payables and Bills Payable (RMB '000) | Indicator | As of June 30, 2025 | As of December 31, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Trade payables | 100,265 | 156,343 | | Bills payable | 582,859 | 469,367 | | **Total** | **683,124** | **625,710** | [Contract Liabilities](index=34&type=section&id=Contract%20Liabilities) As of June 30, 2025, contract liabilities decreased to RMB 67,218 thousand, related to the timing of product delivery to customers Contract Liabilities (RMB '000) | Indicator | As of June 30, 2025 | As of December 31, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Contract liabilities | 67,218 | 157,031 | [Refund Liabilities](index=34&type=section&id=Refund%20Liabilities) As of June 30, 2025, refund liabilities decreased to RMB 4,528 thousand Refund Liabilities (RMB '000) | Indicator | As of June 30, 2025 | As of December 31, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Refund liabilities | 4,528 | 5,562 | [Other Payables and Accrued Expenses](index=20&type=section&id=Other%20Payables%20and%20Accrued%20Expenses) As of June 30, 2025, other payables and accrued expenses decreased to RMB 64,520 thousand, primarily due to a reduction in accrued expenses Other Payables and Accrued Expenses (RMB '000) | Indicator | As of June 30, 2025 | As of December 31, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Accrued expenses | 15,954 | 31,716 | | Staff costs payable | 14,589 | 17,696 | | Guarantees received from employees for trade receivables | 6,983 | 4,584 | | Other taxes payable | 9,365 | 12,659 | | Agent fees payable | 11,448 | 14,128 | | Transportation costs payable | 5,319 | 4,856 | | Deposits received from suppliers | 862 | 4,491 | | **Total** | **64,520** | **90,130** | [Provisions](index=34&type=section&id=Provisions) As of June 30, 2025, provisions decreased to RMB 1,286 thousand, primarily representing warranties provided for products sold Provisions (RMB '000) | Indicator | As of June 30, 2025 | As of December 31, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Provisions | 1,286 | 2,541 | [Borrowings](index=20&type=section&id=Borrowings) As of June 30, 2025, borrowings decreased to RMB 56,440 thousand, mainly due to a reduction in bank loans, with RMB 46,900 thousand repayable within one year Borrowings (RMB '000) | Indicator | As of June 30, 2025 | As of December 31, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Borrowings | 56,440 | 69,127 | - New bank loans of **RMB 46,900 thousand** were obtained during the period, with interest rates ranging from **2.50% to 3.45%**, used for purchasing raw materials[40](index=40&type=chunk) [Lease Liabilities](index=34&type=section&id=Lease%20Liabilities) As of June 30, 2025, the Group's lease liabilities were approximately RMB 2,024 thousand, primarily arising from property leases for factories in Vietnam and Thailand Lease Liabilities (RMB '000) | Indicator | As of June 30, 2025 | As of December 31, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Current lease liabilities | 2,024 | 1,143 | | Non-current lease liabilities | 610 | 2,023 | [Share Capital](index=20&type=section&id=Share%20Capital) As of June 30, 2025, the company's authorized share capital was 500,000,000 shares, with 433,800,000 issued and fully paid shares at a par value of USD 0.0001, equivalent to RMB 304 thousand, remaining unchanged from the prior year-end Share Capital Information | Indicator | Number of Shares | Amount (USD '000) | Equivalent Amount (RMB '000) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Authorized share capital | 500,000,000 | 50 | 335 | | Issued and fully paid share capital | 433,800,000 | 43 | 304 | [Non-controlling Interests](index=21&type=section&id=Non-controlling%20Interests) As of June 30, 2025, non-controlling interests increased to RMB 4,283 thousand, primarily due to their share of profit and other comprehensive income for the period Non-controlling Interests (RMB '000) | Indicator | As of June 30, 2025 | As of January 1, 2025 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Non-controlling interests | 4,283 | 3,921 | | Share of profit for the period | 66 | – | | Share of other comprehensive income for the period | 296 | – | - The Group, JJ Fitting, and Essence Electrical respectively hold **85%, 10%, and 5% equity interests** in Thailand Delta Power, with registered capital fully paid[42](index=42&type=chunk) [Capital Commitments](index=21&type=section&id=Capital%20Commitments) As of June 30, 2025, contracted but unprovided capital expenditure for the acquisition of property, plant and equipment was RMB 11,474 thousand, an increase from the end of 2024 Capital Commitments (RMB '000) | Indicator | As of June 30, 2025 | As of December 31, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Acquisition of property, plant and equipment | 11,474 | 7,445 | [Pledge of Assets](index=21&type=section&id=Pledge%20of%20Assets) As of June 30, 2025, the Group had pledged assets with a net book value of approximately RMB 405,745 thousand as collateral for bank financing, an increase from the end of 2024 Pledge of Assets (RMB '000) | Pledged Asset Category | As of June 30, 2025 | As of December 31, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Property, plant and equipment | 44,949 | 46,482 | | Pledged bank deposits | 278,891 | 246,867 | | Right-of-use assets | 81,905 | 38,857 | | **Total** | **405,745** | **332,206** | [Related Party Transactions](index=22&type=section&id=Related%20Party%20Transactions) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, the Group engaged in various related party transactions, including sales of steel pipe products, sales of scrap materials, purchases of inventories, and purchases of fixed assets, with disclosure of key management personnel compensation [Transactions](index=22&type=section&id=Transactions) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, the Group conducted various related party transactions, including sales of steel pipe products to Maide for RMB 14,235 thousand and purchases of inventories from Taigang Pipe Fittings for RMB 1,102 thousand Major Related Party Transactions (RMB '000) | Related Company Name | Nature of Transaction | For the six months ended June 30, 2025 | For the six months ended June 30, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Maide | Sales of steel pipe products | 14,235 | 12,493 | | | Sales of scrap materials | 4,418 | 6,051 | | | Purchases of inventories | 97 | 1,391 | | Taigang Pipe Fittings | Purchases of inventories | 1,102 | 249 | | | Sales of scrap materials | 1,041 | 495 | | Shandong Maike Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. | Sales of steel pipe products | 3,149 | – | | | Purchases of inventories | 942 | – | [Key Management Personnel Compensation](index=23&type=section&id=Key%20Management%20Personnel%20Compensation) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, total compensation for directors and other key management personnel was RMB 1,270 thousand, a decrease from RMB 2,375 thousand in the prior year Key Management Personnel Compensation (RMB '000) | Indicator | For the six months ended June 30, 2025 | For the six months ended June 30, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Salaries and other benefits | 1,182 | 1,565 | | Discretionary bonuses | – | 650 | | Contributions to retirement benefit schemes | 88 | 160 | | **Total** | **1,270** | **2,375** | [Disposal of a Subsidiary/Business](index=24&type=section&id=Disposal%20of%20a%20Subsidiary%2FBusiness) On March 28, 2025, the Group completed the disposal of 100% equity interest in Shandong Maike Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. and Yongqing County Keqi Trading Co., Ltd., receiving cash consideration of RMB 45,000 thousand and generating a disposal gain of RMB 3,405 thousand Details of Subsidiary Disposal (RMB '000) | Indicator | As of March 28, 2025 | | :--- | :--- | | Net assets disposed of | 41,595 | | Cash consideration received | 45,000 | | Gain on disposal | 3,405 | | Net cash inflow from disposal | 42,227 | [Management Discussion and Analysis](index=25&type=section&id=IV.%20Management%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis) This section provides an overview of the Group's business performance, financial results, capital structure, and future outlook [Business Review](index=25&type=section&id=Business%20Review) The Group primarily manufactures and sells standard pre-fabricated pipe fittings and steel pipe products, designs and supplies assembled piping systems, and trades steel coils. Despite market challenges, revenue increased by 10.2% and net profit by 6.2% for the period - The Group's main businesses include the manufacturing and sale of **standard pre-fabricated pipe fittings products, steel pipe products**, and the design and supply of **assembled piping systems**, as well as **steel coil sales**[48](index=48&type=chunk) - For the six months ended June 30, 2025, the Group's revenue was approximately **RMB 1,281.0 million**, a **10.2% year-on-year increase**; net profit was approximately **RMB 86.5 million**, a **6.2% year-on-year increase**[49](index=49&type=chunk) [Standard Pre-fabricated Pipe Fittings Products](index=26&type=section&id=Standard%20Pre-fabricated%20Pipe%20Fittings%20Products) Revenue from standard pre-fabricated pipe fittings products increased by 10.7% YoY to RMB 204.3 million, accounting for 16.0% of total revenue, driven by higher sales volume and new orders, with 98.6% from overseas customers Standard Pre-fabricated Pipe Fittings Products Revenue (RMB million) | Indicator | For the six months ended June 30, 2025 | For the six months ended June 30, 2024 | YoY Change (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | 204.3 | 184.5 | 10.7% | | Share of total revenue | 16.0% | 15.9% | - | - New orders amounted to approximately **12,500 tons**, with approximately **98.6% from overseas customers**[50](index=50&type=chunk) [Steel Pipe Products](index=26&type=section&id=Steel%20Pipe%20Products) Steel pipe products accounted for approximately 59.7% of total revenue, with electric resistance welded steel pipe and spiral submerged arc welded steel pipe revenue increasing by 136.1% and 78.6% YoY respectively due to higher sales volume, while customized steel pipe revenue decreased by 5.2% YoY due to lower selling prices, and new orders totaled approximately 185,000 tons, with 67.6% from domestic customers Steel Pipe Products Revenue (RMB million) | Product Category | For the six months ended June 30, 2025 | For the six months ended June 30, 2024 | YoY Change (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Electric resistance welded steel pipes | 240.5 | 101.9 | 136.1% | | Spiral submerged arc welded steel pipes | 317.3 | 177.6 | 78.6% | | Customized steel pipes | 206.7 | 218.1 | -5.2% | - New orders for steel pipe products amounted to approximately **185,000 tons**, with approximately **67.6% from domestic customers**[50](index=50&type=chunk) [Assembled Piping System Design and Supply](index=27&type=section&id=Assembled%20Piping%20System%20Design%20and%20Supply) Revenue from assembled piping system design and supply increased by 70.9% YoY to RMB 32.0 million, accounting for approximately 2.5% of total revenue, primarily due to an increase in delivered orders Assembled Piping System Design and Supply Revenue (RMB million) | Indicator | For the six months ended June 30, 2025 | For the six months ended June 30, 2024 | YoY Change (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | 32.0 | 18.7 | 70.9% | | Share of total revenue | 2.5% | 1.6% | - | [Steel Coil Trading](index=27&type=section&id=Steel%20Coil%20Trading) Revenue from steel coil trading decreased by 39.2% YoY to RMB 280.2 million, primarily because more purchased steel coils were used for production rather than sales due to increased steel pipe product orders Steel Coil Trading Revenue (RMB million) | Indicator | For the six months ended June 30, 2025 | For the six months ended June 30, 2024 | YoY Change (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | 280.2 | 461.2 | -39.2% | [Financial Review](index=27&type=section&id=Financial%20Review) The Group's total revenue for the first half of 2025 increased by 10.2% YoY, with improved gross profit and gross profit margin, but other income and gains slightly decreased. Distribution and selling expenses, administrative expenses, and R&D costs all increased, with profit for the period driven by gross profit growth - The Group's total revenue was approximately **RMB 1,281.0 million**, a **10.2% increase** from the prior year, primarily due to increased sales volume of steel pipe products[55](index=55&type=chunk) [Revenue, Sales Volume, and Average Selling Price by Product Category](index=28&type=section&id=Revenue%2C%20Sales%20Volume%2C%20and%20Average%20Selling%20Price%20by%20Product%20Category) In the first half of 2025, revenue and sales volume for standard pre-fabricated pipe fittings, electric resistance welded steel pipes, spiral submerged arc welded steel pipes, and assembled piping system design and supply all increased, while customized steel pipe revenue decreased due to lower selling prices, and steel coil trading revenue declined due to increased internal production demand Revenue, Sales Volume, and Average Selling Price by Product Category for H1 2025 | Product Category | Revenue (RMB '000) | Share (%) | Sales Volume ('000 tons) | Average Selling Price (RMB/ton) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Standard pre-fabricated pipe fittings | 204,331 | 16.0% | 11.6 | 17,615 | | Electric resistance welded steel pipes | 240,456 | 18.8% | 50.8 | 4,733 | | Spiral submerged arc welded steel pipes | 317,296 | 24.8% | 72.6 | 4,370 | | Customized steel pipes | 206,671 | 16.1% | 43.0 | 4,806 | | Assembled piping system design and supply | 32,016 | 2.5% | Not applicable | Not applicable | | Steel coil trading | 280,208 | 21.8% | 84.0 | 3,336 | | **Total** | **1,280,978** | **100.0%** | **262.0** | | Revenue, Sales Volume, and Average Selling Price by Product Category for H1 2024 | Product Category | Revenue (RMB '000) | Share (%) | Sales Volume ('000 tons) | Average Selling Price (RMB/ton) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Standard pre-fabricated pipe fittings | 184,517 | 15.9% | 10.4 | 17,742 | | Electric resistance welded steel pipes | 101,863 | 8.8% | 22.3 | 4,568 | | Spiral submerged arc welded steel pipes | 177,646 | 15.3% | 36.7 | 4,840 | | Customized steel pipes | 218,058 | 18.8% | 39.7 | 5,493 | | Assembled piping system design and supply | 18,738 | 1.6% | Not applicable | Not applicable | | Steel coil trading | 461,202 | 39.6% | 136.8 | 3,371 | | **Total** | **1,162,024** | **100.0%** | **245.9** | | [Sales by Geographical Location](index=29&type=section&id=Sales%20by%20Geographical%20Location) In the first half of 2025, domestic market sales share decreased from 65.8% to 60.8%, while overseas market sales share, particularly in other Asian countries, significantly increased, reflecting successful overseas market expansion Sales by Geographical Location (RMB '000) | Region | Revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2025 | Share of Revenue (%) | Revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2024 | Share of Revenue (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | China | 779,437 | 60.8% | 764,850 | 65.8% | | United States | 154,304 | 12.0% | 149,898 | 12.9% | | Other American countries | 100,688 | 7.9% | 95,827 | 8.3% | | Other Asian countries | 204,613 | 16.0% | 130,467 | 11.2% | | Europe | 10,894 | 0.9% | 11,154 | 1.0% | | Others | 31,042 | 2.4% | 9,828 | 0.8% | | **Total** | **1,280,978** | **100.0%** | **1,162,024** | **100.0%** | [Gross Profit and Gross Profit Margin](index=30&type=section&id=Gross%20Profit%20and%20Gross%20Profit%20Margin) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, gross profit increased by 31.7% YoY to RMB 219.6 million, and gross profit margin increased by 2.8% from the prior year, primarily due to increased sales volume of standard pre-fabricated pipes, electric resistance welded steel pipes, and spiral submerged arc welded steel pipes - Gross profit increased by **31.7% to RMB 219.6 million**[61](index=61&type=chunk) - Gross profit margin increased by **2.8%** compared to the prior year[61](index=61&type=chunk) - The increase was primarily due to higher sales volume of **standard pre-fabricated pipes, electric resistance welded steel pipes, and spiral submerged arc welded steel pipes**[61](index=61&type=chunk) [Other Income](index=30&type=section&id=Other%20Income) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, other income decreased by 25.1% YoY to RMB 7.9 million, mainly due to a RMB 3.3 million reduction in government grants - Other income decreased by **25.1% to RMB 7.9 million**[62](index=62&type=chunk) - The main reason was a **RMB 3.3 million reduction in government grants**[62](index=62&type=chunk) [Other Gains and Losses](index=30&type=section&id=Other%20Gains%20and%20Losses) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, other gains and losses slightly decreased by 2% YoY to RMB 11.1 million, primarily affected by lower scrap sales and net exchange gains - Other gains and losses were approximately **RMB 11.1 million**, a decrease of approximately **2%** from the prior year[63](index=63&type=chunk) - Gain from sales of scrap materials was approximately **RMB 4.4 million** (prior year: RMB 4.9 million)[63](index=63&type=chunk) - Net exchange gain was approximately **RMB 3.2 million** (prior year: RMB 5.1 million)[63](index=63&type=chunk) [Distribution and Selling Expenses](index=30&type=section&id=Distribution%20and%20Selling%20Expenses) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, distribution and selling expenses increased by 68.8% YoY to RMB 59.1 million, primarily due to higher sea freight and business expenses - Distribution and selling expenses increased by **68.8% to RMB 59.1 million**[64](index=64&type=chunk) - Primarily due to increased **sea freight expenses and business expenses**[64](index=64&type=chunk) [Administrative Expenses](index=30&type=section&id=Administrative%20Expenses) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, administrative expenses increased by 13.2% YoY to RMB 32.0 million, primarily due to higher consulting fees - Administrative expenses increased by **13.2% to RMB 32.0 million**[65](index=65&type=chunk) - Primarily due to increased **consulting fees**[65](index=65&type=chunk) [Research and Development Costs](index=31&type=section&id=Research%20and%20Development%20Costs) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, research and development costs increased by 36.1% YoY to RMB 39.3 million, representing approximately 3.1% of total revenue - Research and development costs increased by **36.1% to RMB 39.3 million**[66](index=66&type=chunk) - R&D costs accounted for approximately **3.1% of total revenue** (prior year: approximately 2.5%)[66](index=66&type=chunk) [Impairment Losses under Expected Credit Loss Model (Net of Reversal)](index=31&type=section&id=Impairment%20Losses%20under%20Expected%20Credit%20Loss%20Model%20(Net%20of%20Reversal)) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, impairment losses under the expected credit loss model (net of reversal) were approximately RMB 2.1 million, largely consistent with the prior year - Impairment losses under the expected credit loss model (net of reversal) were approximately **RMB 2.1 million** (prior year: approximately RMB 2.2 million)[67](index=67&type=chunk) [Finance Costs](index=31&type=section&id=Finance%20Costs) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, finance costs increased by 29.1% YoY to RMB 5.4 million, primarily due to an increase in discounted bills - Finance costs increased by **29.1% to RMB 5.4 million**[68](index=68&type=chunk) - The increase was primarily due to an increase in **discounted bills**[68](index=68&type=chunk) [Income Tax Expense](index=31&type=section&id=Income%20Tax%20Expense) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, income tax expense increased to RMB 18.4 million - Income tax expense increased to **RMB 18.4 million** (prior year: RMB 13.1 million)[69](index=69&type=chunk) [Profit for the Period](index=31&type=section&id=Profit%20for%20the%20Period) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, profit for the period increased by 2.2% YoY to RMB 83.2 million, primarily due to higher gross profit - Profit for the period increased by **2.2% to RMB 83.2 million**[70](index=70&type=chunk) - Primarily due to an increase in **gross profit**[70](index=70&type=chunk) [Capital Structure, Liquidity, and Financial Resources](index=31&type=section&id=Capital%20Structure%2C%20Liquidity%2C%20and%20Financial%20Resources) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, net cash used in operating activities increased, net cash used in investing activities significantly decreased, net cash generated from financing activities increased, cash and cash equivalents at period-end were RMB 104,068 thousand, and the gearing ratio significantly decreased Cash Flow Overview (RMB '000) | Indicator | For the six months ended June 30, 2025 | For the six months ended June 30, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net cash (used in) / generated from operating activities | (101,259) | (70,098) | | Net cash (used in) / generated from investing activities | (5,402) | (48,135) | | Net cash generated from / (used in) financing activities | 132,992 | 115,468 | | Net increase / (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents | 26,331 | (2,765) | | Cash and cash equivalents at end of period | 104,068 | 69,522 | [Gearing Ratio](index=32&type=section&id=Gearing%20Ratio) As of June 30, 2025, the gearing ratio decreased to approximately 4.8% from 9.9% at the end of 2024, primarily due to a reduction in bank loans - Gearing ratio decreased to approximately **4.8%** (December 31, 2024: approximately 9.9%)[72](index=72&type=chunk) - The decrease was primarily due to a **reduction in bank loans**[72](index=72&type=chunk) - Total interest-bearing debt was **RMB 56.4 million**[72](index=72&type=chunk) [Net Cash Used in Operating Activities](index=32&type=section&id=Net%20Cash%20Used%20in%20Operating%20Activities) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, net cash used in operating activities increased to RMB 101.3 million, primarily due to increased inventories and decreased payables - Net cash used in operating activities increased to **RMB 101.3 million** (prior year: RMB 70.1 million)[73](index=73&type=chunk) - The change was primarily due to an **increase in inventories and a decrease in payables**[73](index=73&type=chunk) [Net Cash Used in Investing Activities](index=32&type=section&id=Net%20Cash%20Used%20in%20Investing%20Activities) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, net cash used in investing activities significantly decreased to RMB 5.4 million, primarily due to increased proceeds from subsidiary disposal - Net cash used in investing activities decreased to **RMB 5.4 million** (prior year: RMB 48.1 million)[74](index=74&type=chunk) - The change in net cash was primarily due to **increased proceeds from the disposal of a subsidiary**[74](index=74&type=chunk) [Net Cash Generated from Financing Activities](index=32&type=section&id=Net%20Cash%20Generated%20from%20Financing%20Activities) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, net cash generated from financing activities increased to RMB 133.0 million, primarily due to an increase in bills payable - Net cash generated from financing activities increased to **RMB 133.0 million** (prior year: RMB 115.5 million)[75](index=75&type=chunk) - The change was primarily due to an **increase in bills payable**[75](index=75&type=chunk) [Net Current Assets and Liabilities](index=32&type=section&id=Net%20Current%20Assets%20and%20Liabilities) As of June 30, 2025, net current assets were RMB 734,820 thousand, a 5.3% increase from the end of 2024, with inventories, deposits, and amounts due from related parties increasing, while trade receivables, pledged trade receivables, contract assets, contract liabilities, refund liabilities, other payables, and provisions all decreased, and borrowings and lease liabilities also changed Net Current Assets (RMB '000) | Indicator | As of June 30, 2025 | As of December 31, 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net current assets | 734,820 | 697,591 | [Inventories](index=32&type=section&id=Inventories) As of June 30, 2025, inventory balance increased by 30.3% to RMB 358.0 million, primarily due to increased product orders and delayed shipments after production - Inventory balance increased by **30.3% to RMB 358.0 million**[76](index=76&type=chunk) - Primarily due to increased product orders and products not yet shipped after production[76](index=76&type=chunk) [Trade Receivables and Pledged Trade Receivables](index=33&type=section&id=Trade%20Receivables%20and%20Pledged%20Trade%20Receivables) As of June 30, 2025, trade receivables decreased by 16.7% to RMB 608.8 million, and pledged trade receivables decreased by 32.1% to RMB 51.3 million, primarily due to collection efforts, subsidiary disposals, and early discounting of bills - Trade receivables decreased by **16.7% to RMB 608.8 million**[77](index=77&type=chunk) - Pledged trade receivables decreased by **32.1% to RMB 51.3 million**[77](index=77&type=chunk) - The decrease was primarily due to **collection efforts, subsidiary disposals, and early discounting of bank bills**[77](index=77&type=chunk) [Contract Assets](index=33&type=section&id=Contract%20Assets) As of June 30, 2025, contract assets decreased to RMB 26.9 million, primarily due to a reduction in retention receivables from pipe product sales - Contract assets decreased to **RMB 26.9 million**[78](index=78&type=chunk) - Primarily due to a **reduction in retention receivables from pipe product sales**[78](index=78&type=chunk) [Deposits, Prepayments and Other Receivables](index=33&type=section&id=Deposits%2C%20Prepayments%20and%20Other%20Receivables) As of June 30, 2025, deposits, prepayments, and other receivables increased to RMB 224.4 million, primarily due to higher prepayments for raw materials - Deposits, prepayments, and other receivables increased to **RMB 224.4 million**[79](index=79&type=chunk) - Primarily due to an **increase in prepayments for raw materials**[79](index=79&type=chunk) [Amounts Due From/To Related Parties](index=33&type=section&id=Amounts%20Due%20From%2FTo%20Related%20Parties) As of June 30, 2025, amounts due from related parties increased to RMB 17.6 million, and amounts due to related parties increased to RMB 13.9 million, both primarily due to increased unsettled trade balances at period-end - Amounts due from related parties increased to **RMB 17.6 million**[80](index=80&type=chunk) - Amounts due to related parties increased to **RMB 13.9 million**[80](index=80&type=chunk) - Both increases were primarily due to **higher unsettled trade balances at the end of the interim period**[80](index=80&type=chunk) [Trade Payables and Bills Payable](index=33&type=section&id=Trade%20Payables%20and%20Bills%20Payable) As of June 30, 2025, trade payables and bills payable increased to RMB 683.1 million, primarily due to an increase in bills payable - Trade payables and bills payable increased to **RMB 683.1 million**[81](index=81&type=chunk) - Primarily due to an **increase in bills payable**[81](index=81&type=chunk) [Contract Liabilities](index=34&type=section&id=Contract%20Liabilities) As of June 30, 2025, contract liabilities decreased to RMB 67.2 million, related to the timing of product delivery to customers - Contract liabilities decreased to **RMB 67.2 million**[82](index=82&type=chunk) - Related to the **timing of product delivery to customers**[82](index=82&type=chunk) [Refund Liabilities](index=34&type=section&id=Refund%20Liabilities) As of June 30, 2025, refund liabilities decreased to RMB 4.5 million - Refund liabilities decreased to **RMB 4.5 million**[83](index=83&type=chunk) [Other Payables and Accrued Expenses](index=34&type=section&id=Other%20Payables%20and%20Accrued%20Expenses) As of June 30, 2025, other payables and accrued expenses decreased to RMB 64.5 million, primarily due to a reduction in accrued expenses - Other payables and accrued expenses decreased to **RMB 64.5 million**[84](index=84&type=chunk) - Primarily due to a **reduction in accrued expenses**[84](index=84&type=chunk) [Provisions](index=34&type=section&id=Provisions) As of June 30, 2025, provisions decreased to RMB 1.3 million, primarily representing warranties provided for products sold - Provisions decreased to **RMB 1.3 million**[85](index=85&type=chunk) - Provisions refer to **warranties provided for products sold**[85](index=85&type=chunk) [Borrowings](index=34&type=section&id=Borrowings) As of June 30, 2025, borrowings decreased to RMB 56.4 million, mainly due to a reduction in bank loans, with RMB 46.9 million repayable within one year - Borrowings decreased to **RMB 56.4 million**[86](index=86&type=chunk) - Primarily due to a **reduction in bank loans**[86](index=86&type=chunk) - **RMB 46.9 million** is repayable within one year[86](index=86&type=chunk) [Lease Liabilities](index=34&type=section&id=Lease%20Liabilities) As of June 30, 2025, the Group's lease liabilities were approximately RMB 2.0 million, primarily arising from property leases for factories in Vietnam and Thailand - Lease liabilities were approximately **RMB 2.0 million**[87](index=87&type=chunk) - Primarily from **two leased properties in Vietnam and Thailand** used for factory operations[87](index=87&type=chunk) [Foreign Exchange Risk](index=34&type=section&id=Foreign%20Exchange%20Risk) While most of the Group's assets and liabilities are RMB-denominated, some bank balances and overseas sales receivables are denominated in USD, HKD, VND, and THB, exposing the Group to foreign exchange fluctuations, which are primarily managed through foreign currency forward contracts - Most assets and liabilities are **RMB-denominated**[88](index=88&type=chunk) - Some bank balances and overseas sales receivables are denominated in **USD, HKD, VND, and THB**[88](index=88&type=chunk) - Potential foreign exchange fluctuations are managed through **foreign currency forward contracts**, though no hedging transactions were entered into[89](index=89&type=chunk) [Dividends](index=35&type=section&id=Dividends) The Board does not recommend the payment of any dividend for the six months ended June 30, 2025 - The Board does not recommend the payment of any dividend for the **six months ended June 30, 2025**[90](index=90&type=chunk) [Pledge of Assets](index=35&type=section&id=Pledge%20of%20Assets) As of June 30, 2025, the Group had pledged property, plant, equipment, right-of-use assets, pledged trade receivables, and pledged bank deposits with a net book value of approximately RMB 405.7 million as collateral for bank financing - Assets with a net book value of approximately **RMB 405.7 million** were pledged as collateral for bank financing[91](index=91&type=chunk) - Pledged assets include **property, plant, equipment, right-of-use assets, pledged trade receivables, and pledged bank deposits**[91](index=91&type=chunk) [Contingent Liabilities](index=35&type=section&id=Contingent%20Liabilities) As of June 30, 2025, the Group had no significant contingent liabilities - As of June 30, 2025, the Group had **no significant contingent liabilities**[92](index=92&type=chunk) [Material Investments Held, Major Acquisitions and Disposals of Subsidiaries, Associates and Joint Ventures by the Group](index=35&type=section&id=Material%20Investments%20Held%2C%20Major%20Acquisitions%20and%20Disposals%20of%20Subsidiaries%2C%20Associates%20and%20Joint%20Ventures%20by%20the%20Group) On March 28, 2025, the Group completed the disposal of 100% equity interest in Shandong Maike Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. and Yongqing County Keqi Trading Co., Ltd., receiving cash consideration of RMB 45,000 thousand; other than this, there were no other material investments or acquisitions/disposals during the period - Completed the disposal of 100% equity interest in Shandong Maike Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. and Yongqing County Keqi Trading Co., Ltd. on **March 28, 2025**, receiving cash consideration of **RMB 45,000 thousand**[93](index=93&type=chunk) - Other than the above, there were **no other material investments or acquisitions/disposals** during the period[93](index=93&type=chunk) [Future Plans for Material Investments or Capital Assets](index=35&type=section&id=Future%20Plans%20for%20Material%20Investments%20or%20Capital%20Assets) As of the date of this announcement, the Group has no other future plans regarding material investments or capital assets - As of the date of this announcement, the Group has **no other future plans** regarding material investments or capital assets[94](index=94&type=chunk) [Other Information](index=36&type=section&id=V.%20Other%20Information) This section covers employee information, post-reporting period events, industry outlook, risk management, environmental protection, and corporate governance compliance [Employees and Remuneration Policy](index=36&type=section&id=Employees%20and%20Remuneration%20Policy) As of June 30, 2025, the Group had 1,207 employees with staff costs of approximately RMB 57.4 million, offering fixed salaries, commissions, performance bonuses, paid leave, and various allowances, while emphasizing employee training and development - As of June 30, 2025, the Group had **1,207 employees** (December 31, 2024: 1,229 employees)[95](index=95&type=chunk) - Staff costs were approximately **RMB 57.4 million** (prior year: RMB 57.7 million)[95](index=95&type=chunk) Employee Distribution by Function (As of June 30, 2025) | Function | China (incl. Hong Kong) | Vietnam | Thailand | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Management, Administration, Accounting | 56 | 2 | 3 | | Production | 618 | 173 | 69 | | Quality Control | 30 | 1 | 1 | | Procurement and Inventory | 32 | 1 | 1 | | Research and Development | 113 | – | – | | Sales and Marketing | 107 | – | – | | **Total Employees** | **956** | **177** | **74** | [Events After the Reporting Period](index=36&type=section&id=Events%20After%20the%20Reporting%20Period) As of the date of this interim results announcement, there have been no significant events after June 30, 2025, that would materially affect the Group's operations and financial performance - There were **no significant events after the reporting period** that would materially affect the Group's operations and financial performance[96](index=96&type=chunk) [No Other Material Changes](index=36&type=section&id=No%20Other%20Material%20Changes) There have been no other material changes in the Group's financial position or business since the announcement of the annual results for the year ended December 31, 2024 - There have been **no other material changes** in the Group's financial position or business since the announcement of the annual results for the year ended December 31, 2024[97](index=97&type=chunk) [Industry Trends and Future Strategies](index=37&type=section&id=Industry%20Trends%20and%20Future%20Strategies) The steel pipe industry faced multiple challenges in the first half of 2025 but anticipates new opportunities in the second half, with the Group pursuing sustainable growth through marketing breakthroughs, lean production, digital empowerment, and team upgrades [Industry Trends](index=37&type=section&id=Industry%20Trends) In the first half of 2025, the steel pipe industry faced challenges including domestic overcapacity, rising environmental costs, slowing demand from real estate and infrastructure, and increasing international trade protectionism, but new demand is expected in the second half from '14th Five-Year Plan' major projects and 'Belt and Road' initiatives - The first half faced challenges such as **domestic overcapacity, rising environmental costs, and slowing demand from real estate and infrastructure**[98](index=98&type=chunk) - The international market faced challenges including **rising trade protectionism, the China-US trade war, and EU carbon tariffs**[98](index=98&type=chunk) - The second half is expected to see new demand generated by **'14th Five-Year Plan' major projects and 'Belt and Road' initiatives** in countries along the route[98](index=98&type=chunk) [Future Strategic Initiatives](index=37&type=section&id=Future%20Strategic%20Initiatives) The Group will drive sustainable growth through strategic initiatives including 'deep cultivation + expansion' in overseas markets, accelerating domestic client onboarding, lean production for quality and cost efficiency, digital empowerment for management decisions, and optimizing team structure and talent systems - Marketing Breakthroughs: Implement a **'deep cultivation + expansion' strategy** in overseas markets and accelerate client onboarding in the domestic market[99](index=99&type=chunk) - Lean Production: Enhance quality and cost efficiency through **capacity expansion, process optimization, and supply chain collaboration**[99](index=99&type=chunk) - Digital Empowerment: Integrate full-chain data, streamline operational processes, and improve **management efficiency and decision-making accuracy**[99](index=99&type=chunk) - Team Upgrades: Optimize organizational structure and talent system, strengthening **execution and innovation capabilities**[99](index=99&type=chunk) [Risk Management](index=37&type=section&id=Risk%20Management) Management formulates and implements risk management policies covering strategic, operational, financial, and legal risks, with the Board responsible for overseeing the overall risk management system and quarterly evaluating and updating policies - Management formulates and implements risk management policies to address **strategic, operational, financial, and legal risks**[100](index=100&type=chunk) - The Board is responsible for overseeing the overall risk management system, evaluating and updating policies **quarterly**[100](index=100&type=chunk) [Environmental Protection](index=38&type=section&id=Environmental%20Protection) The Group complies with environmental laws and regulations in China, Vietnam, and Thailand, optimizing pollution control systems to reduce energy consumption by 5% for dust removal facilities and enhancing environmental management through interlocking hardware and electronic transfer manifest systems during the reporting period - Complies with environmental laws and regulations in **China, Vietnam, and Thailand**[101](index=101&type=chunk) - Optimized environmental pollution control systems, achieving a **5% reduction in energy consumption** for dust removal and pollution control facilities[101](index=101&type=chunk) - Increased environmental interlocking hardware facilities and implemented an **electronic transfer manifest system** to enhance environmental management standards[101](index=101&type=chunk) [Purchase, Sale or Redemption of the Company's Listed Securities](index=38&type=section&id=Purchase%2C%20Sale%20or%20Redemption%20of%20the%20Company's%20Listed%20Securities) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, neither the Company nor any of its subsidiaries purchased, sold, or redeemed any of the Company's listed securities - Neither the Company nor any of its subsidiaries purchased, sold, or redeemed any of the **Company's listed securities**[102](index=102&type=chunk) [Compliance with Corporate Governance Code](index=38&type=section&id=Compliance%20with%20Corporate%20Governance%20Code) The Company has fully complied with the code provisions of the Corporate Governance Code set out in Appendix C1 to the Listing Rules of the Stock Exchange - The Company has fully complied with the code provisions of the **Corporate Governance Code** set out in Appendix C1 to the Listing Rules of the Stock Exchange[103](index=103&type=chunk) [Compliance with Model Code for Securities Transactions](index=38&type=section&id=Compliance%20with%20Model%20Code%20for%20Securities%20Transactions) The Company has adopted the Model Code for Securities Transactions set out in Appendix C3 to the Listing Rules as the code of conduct for directors' securities transactions, and all directors have confirmed compliance upon inquiry - The Company has adopted the **Model Code for Securities Transactions** set out in Appendix C3 to the Listing Rules as the code of conduct for directors' securities transactions[104](index=104&type=chunk) - All directors have confirmed compliance with the Model Code, with **no instances of non-compliance** found[104](index=104&type=chunk) [Audit Committee](index=39&type=section&id=Audit%20Committee) The Audit Committee, comprising three independent non-executive directors, has reviewed the Group's unaudited condensed consolidated interim results for the six months ended June 30, 2025, and discussed and reviewed accounting principles, internal controls, and risk management systems - The Audit Committee comprises **three independent non-executive directors**[105](index=105&type=chunk) - Reviewed the Group's **unaudited condensed consolidated interim results for the six months ended June 30, 2025**[105](index=105&type=chunk) - Discussed and reviewed the adequacy and effectiveness of **accounting principles, internal control systems, risk management functions, and financial reporting systems**[105](index=105&type=chunk) [Publication of Interim Results and Interim Report on HKEX and Company Website](index=39&type=section&id=Publication%20of%20Interim%20Results%20and%20Interim%20Report%20on%20HKEX%20and%20Company%20Website) The interim results announcement has been published on the HKEX and Company websites, and the interim report will be dispatched to shareholders and posted on the website in due course - The interim results announcement has been published on the **HKEX website (www.hkexnews.hk)** and the **Company's website (www.mechpipingtech.com)**[106](index=106&type=chunk) - The interim report will be **dispatched to shareholders and posted on the website in due course**[106](index=106&type=chunk)
迈科管业(01553.HK)拟8月27日举行董事会会议以审批中期业绩
Ge Long Hui· 2025-08-12 14:24
格隆汇8月12日丨迈科管业(01553.HK)公告,董事会谨订于2025年8月27日(星期三)举行董事会会议,以 (其中包括):1.考虑及批准集团截至2025年6月30日止6个月未经审核中期业绩;2.建议派发中期股息(如 有);及3.处理其他事项。 ...
迈科管业(01553) - 董事会会议通告
2025-08-12 14:17
香港交易及結算所有限公司及香港聯合交易所有限公司對本公告的內容概不負責,對其 準確性或完整性亦不發表任何聲明,並明確表示概不就因本公告全部或任何部分內容而 產生或因倚賴該等內容而引致之任何損失承擔任何責任。 MAIKE TUBE INDUSTRY HOLDINGS LIMITED 邁科管业控股有限公司 主席兼執行董事 董事會會議通告 邁科管业控股有限公司(「本公司」,及其附屬公司統稱「本集團」)董事會(「董事會」) 謹此通告,董事會謹訂於二零二五年八月二十七日(星期三)舉行董事會會議,以(其中包 括): 1. 考慮及批准本集團截至二零二五年六月三十日止六個月之未經審核中期業績; 2. 建議派發之中期股息(如有);及 3. 處理其他事項。 承董事會命 ( 邁 科 管 業 控 股 有 限 公 司 ) ( 於 開 曼 群 島 註 冊 成 立 的 有 限 公 司 ) (股份代號:1553) 郭雷 香港,二零二五年八月十二日 於本公告日期,本公司執行董事為郭雷先生、王寧先生及楊書峰先生;本公司非執行董 事為孔令磊先生及趙雪蓮女士;及本公司獨立非執行董事為劉鳳元先生、丁曉東先生及 孫永喜先生。 ...
迈科管业(01553) - 截至二零二五年七月三十一日止股份发行人的证券变动月报表
2025-08-01 14:49
股份發行人及根據《上市規則》第十九B章上市的香港預託證券發行人的證券變動月報表 截至月份: 2025年7月31日 狀態: 新提交 致:香港交易及結算所有限公司 公司名稱: 邁科管業控股有限公司 呈交日期: 2025年8月1日 I. 法定/註冊股本變動 II. 已發行股份及/或庫存股份變動 | 1. 股份分類 | 普通股 | 股份類別 | 不適用 | | 於香港聯交所上市 (註1) | 是 | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 證券代號 (如上市) | 01553 | 說明 | | | | | | | | | 已發行股份(不包括庫存股份)數目 | | 庫存股份數目 | | 已發行股份總數 | | | 上月底結存 | | | 433,800,000 | | 0 | | 433,800,000 | | 增加 / 減少 (-) | | | | | | | | | 本月底結存 | | | 433,800,000 | | 0 | | 433,800,000 | 第 2 頁 共 10 頁 v 1.1.1 | 1. 股份分類 | 普通股 | 股份類別 ...
迈科管业(01553) - 2024 - 年度财报
2025-04-22 14:36
Financial Performance - The company reported a revenue increase of 15% year-over-year, reaching $500 million for the fiscal year 2024[3]. - The company provided a forward guidance of 10% revenue growth for the next fiscal year, projecting revenues of $550 million[3]. - The company recorded a revenue of approximately RMB 2,574.3 million for the year ending December 31, 2024, representing a year-on-year growth of about 17.5% compared to RMB 2,190.9 million in 2023[13]. - For the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024, the company recorded total revenue of approximately RMB 2,574.3 million, representing a year-on-year increase of 17.5%[49]. - Revenue from steel pipe products was approximately RMB 1,189.2 million, accounting for about 46.2% of total revenue, with customized steel pipes increasing by 39.5% year-on-year[52]. - Revenue from standard prefabricated pipeline products for the fiscal year was approximately RMB 393.6 million, accounting for 15.3% of total revenue, up from RMB 308.8 million and 14.1% the previous year[51]. - The company reported a net profit margin of 12%, reflecting improved operational efficiency compared to 10% in the previous year[3]. - The net profit for the year was approximately RMB 141.8 million, a decrease of about 7.2% from RMB 152.9 million in 2023[13]. - Annual profit decreased by approximately 7.3% or RMB 11.1 million, from RMB 152.9 million in 2023 to RMB 141.8 million in 2024, primarily due to reduced gross profit and increased impairment losses[70]. Market Expansion and Product Development - User data showed a growth of 20% in active users, totaling 2 million by the end of the reporting period[3]. - New product launches contributed to 30% of total revenue, with the introduction of two major products in Q4 2024[3]. - Market expansion efforts led to a 25% increase in sales in the Southeast Asian region, contributing significantly to overall growth[3]. - The company invested $50 million in R&D for new technologies, focusing on enhancing product efficiency and sustainability[3]. - The R&D team successfully developed 68 new varieties and 389 specifications, with 13 new patents and 4 software copyrights granted, totaling 128 effective intellectual properties[14]. - The company implemented 12 technology innovation projects in Shandong Province, with 4 projects evaluated as being at the leading level domestically[14]. - The company aims to leverage market resources and technological research and development to improve operational efficiency[49]. Operational Efficiency and Cost Management - The company has established a comprehensive cost control mechanism to optimize production processes and reduce procurement costs[15]. - The company achieved a 10% reduction in energy consumption for dust removal facilities through optimization measures, significantly lowering operational costs while ensuring effective dust removal[101]. - The company has upgraded over 10 outdated VOCs treatment facilities, enhancing removal efficiency and system reliability[101]. - The company increased the reclaimed water usage rate for irrigation to 70% during dry seasons, promoting green production and resource recycling[101]. Corporate Governance and Management - The company is committed to maintaining high standards of corporate governance with independent directors overseeing operations and management[27][29]. - The company has a diverse board with members possessing extensive experience in finance, management, and industry-specific knowledge[24][25][27][29][33]. - The board consists of six directors, including three executive directors and three independent non-executive directors, complying with listing rules[184]. - The company has established three board committees: audit committee, nomination committee, and remuneration committee to oversee various aspects of the business[194]. - The chairman and CEO roles are separated to ensure a balance of power within the company's management[188]. - The company is committed to continuous professional development for all directors through external seminars and relevant materials[186]. Shareholder Information and Dividends - The company proposed a final dividend of HKD 0.12 per share, totaling approximately HKD 52,056,000 for the year ended December 31, 2024, consistent with the previous year[91]. - The board proposed a final dividend of HKD 0.12 per share, totaling approximately HKD 52,056,000, subject to shareholder approval[112]. - The total number of issued shares as of December 31, 2024, is 433,800,000[156]. - The company’s major shareholder, Kong Ling Lei, holds 172,600,000 shares, representing approximately 39.79% of the total issued share capital[155]. Compliance and Audit - The financial statements for the year ending December 31, 2024, were audited by Deloitte, who will be proposed for reappointment at the upcoming annual general meeting[175]. - The company has adopted the corporate governance code as per the listing rules and has complied with its applicable provisions during the financial year ending December 31, 2024[178]. - The company’s independent non-executive directors have confirmed that the ongoing related party transactions are conducted in the ordinary course of business and on normal commercial terms[146]. - The company’s auditor, Deloitte, has issued an unqualified opinion regarding the ongoing related party transactions, confirming compliance with the company's pricing policy[151]. Employee and Operational Metrics - The total number of employees increased to 1,229 as of December 31, 2024, up from 1,070 on December 31, 2023[130]. - Total salary and related costs for employees amounted to approximately RMB 122.4 million for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024[130]. - Employee costs, including director remuneration and other forms of compensation, amounted to approximately RMB 122.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to RMB 118.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2023[96].
迈科管业(01553) - 2024 - 年度业绩
2025-03-25 13:46
Financial Performance - For the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024, the company reported revenue of approximately RMB 2,574.3 million, representing a year-on-year increase of 17.5%[9] - The gross profit for the same period was RMB 378.4 million, showing a slight decrease of 1.3% compared to RMB 383.5 million in 2023[4] - Net profit for the year was approximately RMB 141.8 million, reflecting a decrease of 7.2% from RMB 152.9 million in the previous year[4] - The basic earnings per share decreased by 5.7% to RMB 0.33 from RMB 0.35 in 2023[4] - The group's total revenue for the year ended December 31, 2024, was approximately RMB 2,574.3 million, an increase of about RMB 383.4 million or 17.5% compared to the previous year[15] - Revenue for the year ended December 31, 2024, was RMB 2,574,330 thousand, an increase of 17.5% compared to RMB 2,190,942 thousand in 2023[60] - Gross profit for the year was RMB 378,421 thousand, slightly down by 1.9% from RMB 383,539 thousand in 2023[60] - Net profit for the year was RMB 141,820 thousand, a decrease of 7.2% from RMB 152,861 thousand in 2023[60] - Basic earnings per share for the year was RMB 0.33, down from RMB 0.35 in 2023[60] Revenue Breakdown - New orders for standard prefabricated pipeline products totaled approximately 24,000 tons, with about 98.2% coming from overseas customers[10] - Revenue from standard prefabricated pipeline products was approximately RMB 393.6 million, accounting for 15.3% of total revenue, with a year-on-year increase of 27.5%[11] - The company recorded revenue from steel pipe products of approximately RMB 1,189.2 million, which accounted for about 46.2% of total revenue, with a decline in sales volume and prices for certain products[12] - Revenue from the design and supply of assembled pipeline systems was approximately RMB 41.1 million, an increase of 23.8% year-on-year, contributing about 1.6% to total revenue[13] - Revenue from steel coil trading reached approximately RMB 950.0 million, a year-on-year increase of about RMB 349.5 million or 58.2%, driven by increased procurement agreements with steel mills[18] - Revenue from electric resistance welded steel pipes was approximately RMB 304.5 million, a decrease of about 68.2 million or 18.3% due to reduced sales volume and lower prices[17] - Revenue from the sale of spiral submerged arc welded steel pipes was RMB 507,659,000, down 16.1% from RMB 604,972,000 in 2023[70] - Revenue from standard prefabricated pipe fittings increased by 27.5% to RMB 393,604,000 from RMB 308,794,000 in 2023[70] - Revenue from customized steel pipes rose by 39.5% to RMB 376,973,000 compared to RMB 270,164,000 in 2023[70] - Revenue from resistance welded steel pipes decreased by 18.3% to RMB 304,497,000 from RMB 372,668,000 in 2023[70] - Revenue from the Chinese market was RMB 1,751,393,000, representing a 20.7% increase from RMB 1,451,736,000 in 2023[77] - Revenue from the United States was RMB 313,524,000, up 37.6% from RMB 227,723,000 in 2023[77] Market Challenges and Strategies - The company continues to face challenges in the domestic market due to the contraction of the real estate industry and declining steel pipe demand[9] - The company is focused on enhancing management and leveraging market resources and technological research and development to navigate current market challenges[9] - The company plans to enhance its market position through strategies focused on marketing, production capacity increase, digitalization, and team building to achieve sustainable growth[57] Expenses and Costs - Distribution and selling expenses rose to approximately RMB 94.7 million, an increase of about 8.7% or RMB 7.6 million, mainly due to higher shipping costs[23] - Administrative expenses increased to approximately RMB 64.3 million, an increase of about 8.6% or RMB 5.1 million, primarily due to higher management personnel costs[24] - R&D expenses increased by approximately 3.1% to RMB 70.1 million for the year ending December 31, 2024, accounting for about 2.7% of total revenue[25] - Financial costs rose by approximately 23.9% to RMB 8.3 million for the year ending December 31, 2024, mainly due to an increase in discounted notes[27] - Tax expenses for the year amounted to RMB 29,019,000 in 2024, up from RMB 20,465,000 in 2023, reflecting a higher tax burden due to increased profits[85] Assets and Liabilities - The asset-liability ratio increased to approximately 6.1% as of December 31, 2024, from 3.7% in the previous year, mainly due to increased bank loans[31] - Trade receivables increased by approximately 35.7% to RMB 731.2 million as of December 31, 2024, driven by increased shipments to trade customers in the fourth quarter[36] - Contract liabilities rose to approximately RMB 157.0 million as of December 31, 2024, from RMB 60.8 million in the previous year, related to the timing of product delivery to customers[42] - Borrowings increased to approximately RMB 69.1 million as of December 31, 2024, from RMB 38.4 million in the previous year, primarily due to increased bank loans[46] - Cash used in operating activities increased to a net outflow of approximately RMB 158.9 million for the year ending December 31, 2024, compared to RMB 20.4 million in the previous year[32] - Cash and cash equivalents increased to approximately RMB 77.3 million as of December 31, 2024, from RMB 71.9 million in the previous year[30] - Trade payables increased to RMB 156,343,000 in 2024 from RMB 67,094,000 in 2023[100] Employee and Labor Costs - The total labor costs, including director remuneration and other forms of compensation, amounted to approximately RMB 122.4 million for the year ending December 31, 2024, compared to RMB 118.9 million for the previous year[54] - The group had a total of 1,229 employees as of December 31, 2024, an increase from 1,070 employees as of December 31, 2023, with 1,037 located in China (including Hong Kong), 121 in Vietnam, and 71 in Thailand[54] Environmental Initiatives - The company has implemented various optimization measures for its environmental protection systems, achieving a 10% reduction in energy consumption for dust removal facilities while ensuring effective pollution control[59] - The company has upgraded its volatile organic compounds (VOCs) treatment systems, significantly improving removal efficiency and enhancing operational stability and reliability[59] - The company aims to increase the reuse rate of reclaimed water for irrigation to 70% during dry seasons, contributing to green production and environmental protection[59] Dividends and Shareholder Information - The board has proposed a final cash dividend of HKD 0.12 per share for the year ending December 31, 2024, totaling approximately HKD 52,056,000, consistent with the previous year[49] - The company declared a final dividend of HKD 0.12 per share for the year ending December 31, 2024, amounting to approximately HKD 52,056,000 (RMB 48,152,000), an increase from HKD 0.10 per share in 2023[102] Compliance and Governance - The audit committee has reviewed the annual performance for the year ending December 31, 2024[110] - The annual general meeting is scheduled for May 30, 2025, in Hong Kong[111] - The company maintained the designated public float as required by the listing rules as of the announcement date[107] - The company has adopted the standard code for securities transactions by directors as per the listing rules, confirming compliance for the year ending December 31, 2024[105]