Financial Performance - Operating cash flow before tax profit increased to RMB 425,384 thousand in 2023, up from RMB 367,701 thousand in 2022, representing a growth of 15.7%[36] - Net cash flow from operating activities reached RMB 500,073 thousand in 2023, compared to RMB 418,729 thousand in 2022, indicating an increase of 19.4%[36] - The income tax expense decreased from RMB 96.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2022, to RMB 86.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, mainly due to tax exemptions granted to certain subsidiaries[113] - Other income and net gains increased to RMB 970 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to RMB 710 million in the previous year, mainly due to increased government subsidies and VAT refunds[132] Assets and Liabilities - The company reported a total goodwill amount of approximately RMB 248 million from acquisitions in the urban services and hazardous waste management sectors[27] - The company’s consolidated financial position as of December 31, 2023, is detailed in the financial statements[71] - Total non-current liabilities decreased to RMB 1,680,804,000 in 2023 from RMB 2,050,732,000 in 2022, a reduction of about 18.0%[60] - Net asset value increased to RMB 3,852,048,000 in 2023, up from RMB 3,573,161,000 in 2022, reflecting an increase of approximately 7.8%[60] - Interest-bearing bank borrowings decreased to RMB 1,292,030,000 in 2023 from RMB 1,704,191,000 in 2022, a decrease of approximately 24.2%[60] Cash Flow and Investments - Cash flow used in investing activities amounted to RMB (690,842) thousand in 2023, compared to RMB (658,119) thousand in 2022, indicating an increase in cash outflow of 5%[36] - The cash inflow from the sale of property, plant, and equipment was RMB 80,284 thousand in 2023, compared to RMB 12,674 thousand in 2022, indicating a significant increase[36] - The cash and cash equivalents decreased by RMB 328.1 million, primarily due to the acquisition of property, plant, and equipment during the year[121] Corporate Governance - The company emphasizes maintaining high levels of corporate governance to achieve sustainable development and enhance corporate performance[19] - The company has complied with all applicable provisions of the corporate governance code as of the year ending December 31, 2023[19] Operational Efficiency - The company has established a framework for operational and management agreements to enhance business efficiency[14] - The group plans to focus on "regional deepening" and "coordinated development" strategies in 2024 to enhance market responsiveness and operational efficiency[126] - The group will establish a multi-dimensional collaborative management mechanism to enhance operational efficiency in key cooperative regions in 2024[127] Subsidiaries and Market Presence - The company has a total of 60 subsidiaries engaged in urban services, with varying ownership percentages[65] - The company continues to focus on expanding its urban services, with several new subsidiaries established in 2018[71] - The company has a 100% ownership stake in several subsidiaries focused on urban services and hazardous waste management, contributing significantly to its asset value[77] Financial Reporting and Compliance - The company’s independent auditor has confirmed the accuracy of the financial statements in accordance with Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards[29] - The company is committed to enhancing its financial reporting processes and ensuring compliance with accounting standards[57] - The company adopted new and revised Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards, which did not have a significant impact on the earnings per share for the years ended December 31, 2023, and 2022[84] Expenses and Costs - Administrative expenses increased to RMB 523.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to RMB 408.3 million in the same period last year, primarily due to ongoing business expansion in urban services[133] - Financing costs rose to RMB 113,978 thousand in 2023, up from RMB 91,610 thousand in 2022, marking a 24.4% increase[36] - Financing costs increased due to higher interest on bank borrowings and rising market rates for overseas bank loans as of December 31, 2023[135] Trade and Receivables - Trade receivables increased due to the ongoing business expansion in urban services[118] - The net loss from trade receivables impairment decreased to RMB 11,000 thousand in 2023, down from RMB 33,000 thousand in 2022, showing a reduction of 66.7%[36] Inventory and Capital Expenditure - The total inventory increased by RMB 1,083,924 thousand in 2023, compared to an increase of RMB 921,539 thousand in 2022, representing a growth of 17.6%[36] - Total capital expenditure for the year ended December 31, 2023, was RMB 919.7 million, compared to RMB 741.4 million in 2022[92] - The increase in capital expenditure was allocated for the acquisition of property, plant, and equipment, among other assets[92] Financial Assets and Liabilities Management - The group manages financial assets to generate cash flows from either collecting contractual cash flows or selling financial assets, or both[165] - Financial assets measured at amortized cost are held within a business model aimed at collecting contractual cash flows, while those measured at fair value through other comprehensive income are held for both collecting cash flows and selling[166] - The group recognizes expected credit losses based on the difference between contractual cash flows due and expected cash flows, discounted at the original effective interest rate[170]

Financial Performance - The company recorded revenue of approximately RMB 5.057 billion for the year ended December 31, 2023, an increase of about 18.9% compared to RMB 4.253 billion for the year ended December 31, 2022[12]. - The profit attributable to shareholders for the year ended December 31, 2023, was approximately RMB 284.7 million, representing a 19.3% increase from RMB 238.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2022[12]. - Basic and diluted earnings per share for the year ended December 31, 2023, were approximately RMB 0.0791, compared to RMB 0.0663 for the year ended December 31, 2022[12]. - The total comprehensive income for the year ended December 31, 2023, was RMB 331.5 million, compared to RMB 252.6 million for the previous year[21]. - The net profit for the year ended December 31, 2023, was RMB 339.34 million, compared to RMB 271.50 million for the previous year, reflecting a significant increase[52]. - The company reported a pre-tax profit of RMB 425.38 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, up from RMB 367.70 million in the previous year[52]. - The company reported a net income of HKD 1,637,000 for the year ended December 31, 2023, with a significant increase from the previous year's loss of HKD 1,196,000[151]. - The company confirmed revenue of approximately RMB 196,300,000 from 52 urban service projects, with a total contract value of about RMB 5.4 billion and estimated annual revenue of RMB 1 billion[197]. Revenue Breakdown - The total revenue for urban environmental governance services increased by 17.3% to RMB 4,060,872,000 in 2023 from RMB 3,460,927,000 in 2022[63]. - The total revenue from hazardous waste treatment services rose to RMB 546,759,000 in 2023, a 3.8% increase from RMB 526,580,000 in 2022[66]. - Revenue from hazardous waste treatment services was RMB 314,480 thousand in 2023, slightly up from RMB 308,043 thousand in 2022, showing a growth of about 2.3%[154]. - The revenue from the sale of recycled products was RMB 232,279 thousand in 2023, up from RMB 218,537 thousand in 2022, representing an increase of about 6.3%[154]. - In 2023, the total revenue from urban services reached RMB 4,343,559,000, a 25.5% increase from RMB 3,460,927,000 in 2022[192]. Profitability Metrics - The gross profit for the year ended December 31, 2023, was RMB 1.022 billion, compared to RMB 865.7 million in 2022[14]. - The gross profit margin for urban environmental governance services improved to 22.0% in 2023, up from 21.8% in 2022[63]. - The gross profit margin for construction services was approximately 8.0% for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to zero for the year ended December 31, 2022[57]. - The gross profit margin for harmless disposal projects declined to 17.7% in 2023 from 18.7% in 2022[69]. - The gross profit margin for urban services was 21.1% in 2023, slightly down from 21.8% in 2022, reflecting a 0.7% decrease[192]. Expenses and Costs - Administrative expenses increased to RMB 523,700,000 in 2023 from RMB 408,300,000 in 2022, primarily due to ongoing business expansion in urban services[80]. - The cost of goods sold decreased to RMB 325.52 million in 2023 from RMB 434.55 million in 2022, representing a decline of approximately 25.1%[93]. - The total employee benefits expenses increased to RMB 2.474 billion in 2023 from RMB 2.142 billion in 2022, reflecting a growth of about 15.5%[93]. - The company’s financing costs increased from RMB 28.97 million to RMB 61.33 million, indicating a rise in financial expenses[47]. - Financing costs increased to RMB 113,978,000 in 2023 from RMB 91,610,000 in 2022, attributed to higher interest on bank and other borrowings[79]. Assets and Liabilities - The company’s total assets as of December 31, 2023, were RMB 2.992 billion, consistent with the previous year[9]. - Non-current assets increased to RMB 3,841,533 thousand in 2023, up from RMB 3,610,628 thousand in 2022, representing a growth of 6.4%[29]. - Current assets totaled RMB 4,285,259 thousand in 2023, compared to RMB 4,085,697 thousand in 2022, reflecting an increase of 4.9%[29]. - Total assets reached RMB 8,126,792 thousand in 2023, a rise from RMB 7,696,325 thousand in 2022, marking an increase of 5.6%[29]. - Current liabilities rose to RMB 2,593,940 thousand in 2023, up from RMB 2,072,432 thousand in 2022, indicating a significant increase of 25.2%[30]. - The company’s non-current liabilities decreased to RMB 1,680,804 thousand in 2023 from RMB 2,050,732 thousand in 2022, a reduction of 18.1%[30]. - The net debt ratio rose to 38.5% as of December 31, 2023, compared to 29.7% in 2022, indicating an increase due to business expansion[111]. Dividends and Shareholder Returns - The company proposed a final dividend of HKD 0.015 per share, with a total annual dividend of HKD 0.027 and a payout ratio of approximately 30.7%[12]. - The board proposed a final dividend of HKD 0.015 per share for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to HKD 0.01 in 2022[132]. - The company repurchased a total of 3,636,000 ordinary shares at a total cost of HKD 1,650,860 for the year ended December 31, 2023[133]. Operational Highlights - The company won 52 new urban service projects through public bidding in 2023, with a total contract value and estimated annual revenue of approximately RMB 5.4 billion and RMB 1 billion, respectively[12]. - The actual processing volume of harmless disposal projects increased from 186,269 tons for the year ended December 31, 2022, to 230,027 tons for the year ended December 31, 2023[58]. - The company has been involved in various activities including urban services and hazardous waste treatment, indicating a focus on expanding its service offerings[37]. - The company has eight operational harmless disposal projects as of December 31, 2023, primarily located in Shandong and Jiangsu provinces[58]. - The design processing capacity for harmless treatment projects increased to 423,366 tons per year in 2023, up from 351,016 tons in 2022[200]. Future Outlook - The group plans to focus on "regional deep cultivation" and "coordinated development" strategies in 2024 to enhance market responsiveness[107]. - The group managed over 100 urban service projects nationwide, providing a solid foundation for horizontal and vertical expansion[113].

Financial Performance - The group recorded revenue of approximately HKD 25.411 billion for the six months ended June 30, 2023, representing an increase of about 6.1% compared to the same period last year[71]. - The profit attributable to shareholders for the period was approximately HKD 1.934 billion, reflecting a year-on-year increase of about 20.5%[71]. - The company's revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was HKD 2,541,144,000, an increase of 6.1% compared to HKD 2,394,883,000 for the same period in 2022[179]. - The net profit for the period was HKD 224,429,000, representing a 27.0% increase from HKD 176,909,000 in the prior year[179]. - The total comprehensive income for the period was HKD 26,757,000, compared to a loss of HKD 7,990,000 in the same period of 2022[181]. Revenue Breakdown - The group's revenue for environmental sanitation services reached HKD 2,166,830,000, a 12.7% increase from HKD 1,922,785,000 in the previous year, with a gross margin improvement from 21.7% to 23.8%[96]. - The hazardous waste treatment segment generated revenue of HKD 306,463,000, a slight increase of 1.4% compared to HKD 302,134,000, with a gross margin increase from 17.0% to 20.3%[96]. - The revenue from the electronic waste treatment business was approximately HKD 67,851,000, a significant decrease of 60.1% from HKD 169,964,000, representing about 2.7% of total revenue[102]. - Total revenue from environmental hygiene services reached HKD 2.1668 billion for the six months ended June 30, 2023, compared to HKD 1.9228 billion for the same period in 2022, with an increase in the number of service projects from 134 to 152[140]. Shareholder Information - The total issued share capital remained at 3,600,000,000 shares with a par value of HKD 0.1 per share as of June 30, 2023[36]. - The company has a significant shareholder, Beikong Water Group, holding 1,478,312,777 shares, which accounts for approximately 41.06% of the total issued shares[31]. - The company has a significant shareholder, Beijing Holdings, which holds approximately 41.12% of the issued share capital[49]. - The proposed interim dividend is HKD 0.012 per share, with a dividend payout ratio of approximately 22.3%[71]. Assets and Liabilities - As of June 30, 2023, total assets amounted to HKD 8,311,655 thousand, a decrease from HKD 8,743,544 thousand as of December 31, 2022, representing a decline of approximately 4.9%[162]. - Current liabilities decreased to HKD 1,897,937 thousand from HKD 2,355,034 thousand, reflecting a reduction of about 19.4%[163]. - Non-current liabilities increased to HKD 2,372,558 thousand from HKD 2,330,377 thousand, indicating an increase of approximately 1.8%[163]. - The net asset value as of June 30, 2023, was HKD 4,041,160 thousand, slightly down from HKD 4,058,133 thousand as of December 31, 2022[163]. Cash Flow and Financing - The group’s cash and cash equivalents were approximately HKD 1.2822 billion as of June 30, 2023, down from HKD 1.601 billion as of December 31, 2022[136]. - The net cash flow from operating activities was HKD 288,390,000, up from HKD 272,305,000 in the previous year, reflecting a growth of 5.9%[165]. - The company has entered into financing agreements with banks totaling HKD 800 million, with maturity dates ranging from June 2024 to September 2025[54]. - The net debt ratio increased to 35.0% as of June 30, 2023, compared to 29.7% as of December 31, 2022, due to an increase in net debt and a decrease in total equity[154]. Operational Efficiency - The group is transitioning from a "business-oriented" model to a "customer service-oriented" model to enhance internal collaboration and create value for customers[73]. - The group is enhancing brand management and improving its CRM system to establish a high-quality operational brand and professional image[74]. - The group aims to enhance service quality by meeting customized and high-standard service demands through research and innovative applications in its business areas[85]. - The group has implemented a comprehensive supply chain management system, significantly improving procurement and settlement efficiency through online approval processes[90]. Employee and Administrative Expenses - Total employee costs for the six months ended June 30, 2023, amounted to approximately HKD 1.301 billion, up from HKD 1.0407 billion for the same period in 2022, reflecting an increase in the number of employees from 50,436 to 52,713[156]. - Administrative expenses increased to HKD 240.4 million for the six months ended June 30, 2023, compared to HKD 220.0 million for the same period in 2022, primarily due to business expansion[129]. Strategic Initiatives - The company has established a technical service agreement with Beikong Water Group for waste treatment services, indicating a strategic partnership for operational efficiency[18]. - The company established a sustainability committee to oversee and report on the execution and effectiveness of its ESG management[104]. - The group is actively responding to national ecological civilization initiatives and adjusting its organizational structure to improve operational efficiency[85]. Market Environment - The overall market environment for hazardous waste treatment remains challenging, with traditional product prices remaining weak[73]. - The average selling price for harmless disposal projects decreased from HKD 2,144 per ton for the six months ended June 30, 2022, to HKD 1,732 per ton for the six months ended June 30, 2023, a decline of 19.2%[125]. - The average selling price of recycled products decreased from HKD 5,776 per ton to HKD 5,030 per ton, primarily due to changes in the sales mix and a decline in market prices for methanol and butanol[145].

Financial Performance - The group recorded revenue of approximately HKD 25.411 billion for the six months ended June 30, 2023, an increase of about 6.1% compared to HKD 23.949 billion for the same period in 2022[2] - Profit attributable to shareholders for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was approximately HKD 1.934 billion, representing a growth of about 20.5% from HKD 1.605 billion in the prior year[2] - Basic and diluted earnings per share for the six months ended June 30, 2023, were approximately HKD 5.37, compared to HKD 4.46 for the same period in 2022[2] - The group reported a total comprehensive income of HKD 26.757 million for the six months ended June 30, 2023, compared to a loss of HKD 7.990 million in the same period of 2022[5] - The group's profit before tax for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was HKD 193,355,000, compared to HKD 160,483,000 for the same period in 2022, representing an increase of approximately 20.5%[41] Cash Flow and Liquidity - Net cash flow from operating activities for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was approximately HKD 2.884 billion, up from HKD 2.723 billion in the previous year[2] - Net cash flow from operating activities for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was HKD 288,390, compared to HKD 272,305 for the same period in 2022, representing an increase of approximately 5%[9] - Net cash flow used in financing activities was HKD (171,909) for the six months ended June 30, 2023, compared to HKD (42,164) in the previous year, indicating a significant increase in financing outflows[9] - The net decrease in cash and cash equivalents was HKD (262,127) for the first half of 2023, compared to HKD (89,108) in the same period of 2022, reflecting a worsening cash position[9] - Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period stood at HKD 1,282,178, down from HKD 1,547,497 at the end of June 2022, marking a decrease of approximately 17%[9] Dividends - The interim cash dividend declared per share for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was HKD 1.2, compared to HKD 1.0 for the same period in 2022[2] - The interim dividend declared on August 25, 2023, was HKD 0.012 per share, totaling approximately HKD 43,200,000, compared to HKD 36,000,000 for the same period in 2022[45] Assets and Liabilities - The total assets as of June 30, 2023, amounted to HKD 8.312 billion, down from HKD 8.744 billion as of December 31, 2022[7] - Current liabilities decreased to HKD 1.898 billion as of June 30, 2023, from HKD 2.355 billion at the end of 2022[8] - The net asset value as of June 30, 2023, was HKD 4.041 billion, slightly down from HKD 4.058 billion at the end of 2022[8] - The total trade payables decreased to HKD 320,664,000 as of June 30, 2023, down from HKD 359,326,000 at the end of 2022, indicating a reduction of approximately 10.7%[58] - The total bank and other borrowings amounted to HKD 2,695,209,000 as of June 30, 2023, a decrease from HKD 2,807,862,000 in 2022[58] Revenue Breakdown - Environmental hygiene services revenue reached HKD 2,166,830, an increase of 12.7% from HKD 1,922,785 in the same period last year[25] - Hazardous waste treatment revenue was HKD 306,463, slightly up from HKD 302,134, reflecting a growth of 0.4%[25] - The group achieved a total revenue of approximately HKD 306.5 million from hazardous waste treatment services for the six months ended June 30, 2023, compared to HKD 302.1 million for the same period in 2022[86] - The group's revenue from the e-waste treatment business was approximately HKD 67.9 million for the six months ended June 30, 2023, down from HKD 170 million for the same period in 2022, accounting for about 2.7% of total revenue[80] Operational Highlights - The company continues to focus on expanding its environmental hygiene and hazardous waste treatment services in the Chinese market[27] - The number of environmental hygiene service projects remained stable at 152 as of June 30, 2023, with 16 new projects added and 16 terminated during the period[66] - The group has a total of 152 environmental hygiene service projects as of June 30, 2023, compared to 134 projects as of June 30, 2022[78] - The group won a total of 16 environmental hygiene service projects through public bidding, with a total contract value of approximately HKD 1.4 billion and estimated annual revenue of HKD 281 million[68] Cost and Expenses - The cost of goods sold decreased to HKD 199,016,000 from HKD 288,825,000, a reduction of about 30.9% year-on-year[37] - Total financing costs increased to HKD 68,402,000 from HKD 49,370,000, reflecting a rise of approximately 38.6%[37] - Administrative expenses rose to HKD 240.4 million for the six months ended June 30, 2023, compared to HKD 220.0 million in the same period of 2022[91] Strategic Initiatives - The group is advancing a five-year strategic plan focusing on "integrated governance services+" to enhance its response to external business demands[113] - The company aims to strengthen its core competitive capabilities through a "six-force system" and establish an ecological collaborative model for business growth[114] Corporate Governance - The company emphasizes maintaining high levels of corporate governance to enhance performance and ensure transparency and accountability[125] - The audit committee, consisting of three independent non-executive directors, reviewed the interim results for the six months ending June 30, 2023[137] - The interim results announcement will be published on the company's website and the Hong Kong Stock Exchange website[138] Employee and Workforce - The group employed 52,713 employees as of June 30, 2023, compared to 50,436 employees as of June 30, 2022, with total employee costs amounting to approximately HKD 1.301 billion for the six months ended June 30, 2023, up from HKD 1.0407 billion in the prior year[120]

Financial Performance - The company recorded revenue of approximately HKD 4.946 billion for the year ended December 31, 2022, representing an increase of about 11.1% year-on-year[49]. - The profit attributable to shareholders for the same period was approximately HKD 278 million, a decrease of about 44.7% year-on-year[49]. - The total revenue increased from approximately HKD 4.450 billion in 2021 to approximately HKD 4.958 billion in 2022, representing an increase of about 11.1%[77]. - The environmental hygiene services segment generated revenue of HKD 4.024 billion in 2022, up 18.3% from HKD 3.402 billion in 2021[64]. - The revenue from the electronic waste treatment business was approximately HKD 309.2 million in 2022, accounting for about 6.3% of total revenue[75]. - Total revenue for hazardous waste treatment services was HKD 612.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2022, down from HKD 710.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2021, due to limited operations of upstream enterprises affected by the pandemic[82]. Expenses and Costs - Administrative expenses rose to HKD 474.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2022, compared to HKD 413.5 million in the previous year, primarily due to salary and office expenses increases[7]. - Financing costs increased to HKD 106.5 million for the year ended December 31, 2022, up from HKD 83.3 million in 2021, attributed to higher borrowing and market interest rates[9]. - Other net expenses rose to HKD 58 million for the year ended December 31, 2022, compared to HKD 16.4 million in the previous year, mainly due to increased impairment losses on trade receivables[8]. - Total employee costs for the year were approximately HKD 2.491 billion, up from approximately HKD 1.822 billion in the previous year[42]. - Labor costs for environmental hygiene service workers increased due to adjustments in minimum wage regulations in several cities and provinces in China[80]. Capital and Debt - As of December 31, 2022, the company had total capital expenditures of HKD 864.2 million, an increase from HKD 807.4 million in 2021[25]. - The company's cash and cash equivalents were approximately HKD 1.601 billion as of December 31, 2022, down from HKD 1.6889 billion in 2021[23]. - The net debt ratio as of December 31, 2022, was 29.7%, an increase from 14.9% in 2021, primarily due to bank borrowings for business expansion[24]. - The company’s bank and other borrowings increased to HKD 2.8079 billion as of December 31, 2022, from HKD 2.3158 billion in 2021, reflecting ongoing business expansion[24]. Operational Performance - The average turnover days for trade receivables and notes increased to 142 days in 2022 from 111 days in 2021, indicating a longer collection period[18]. - The actual processing volume for hazardous waste treatment decreased from 204,584 tons in 2021 to 186,269 tons in 2022, a reduction of 9.0%[37]. - The average selling price for hazardous waste treatment services dropped from HKD 2,171 per ton in 2021 to HKD 1,923 per ton in 2022, a decline of 11.4%[38]. - The gross margin for hazardous waste treatment services decreased from 31.9% for the year ended December 31, 2021, to 18.4% for the year ended December 31, 2022[36]. - The gross profit margin for environmental hygiene services decreased from 25.1% for the year ended December 31, 2021, to 21.8% for the year ended December 31, 2022, primarily due to increased labor costs and rising fuel prices[79]. Strategic Initiatives - The company anticipates an increase in the actual processing volume of its harmless disposal projects and rapid expansion of the environmental sanitation service market in 2023[27]. - The company aims to enhance operational standards and capabilities in 2023, focusing on customer service and operational efficiency[27]. - The group is implementing a digital governance strategy to improve service quality and customer satisfaction, focusing on operational excellence and team management[53]. - The group plans to leverage policy developments and market opportunities to expand its environmental sanitation and hazardous waste treatment services in 2023[58]. - The company aims to enhance its operational quality and efficiency through the implementation of a smart sanitation system and a comprehensive urban management platform[54]. Governance and Compliance - The board of directors is responsible for leading, guiding, and supervising the group's business and strategic decisions, ensuring compliance with corporate governance standards[99]. - The board consists of eight members, including three independent non-executive directors, meeting the listing rules requirements[101]. - The company emphasizes ongoing professional development for all directors to enhance their knowledge and skills regarding corporate governance practices[110]. - The audit committee is responsible for overseeing the effectiveness of the financial reporting system and risk management processes[118]. - The company has established three committees: the audit committee, nomination committee, and remuneration committee to enhance corporate governance practices[117]. Future Outlook - Future outlook indicates a projected revenue growth of 15% for the next fiscal year, driven by new product launches and market expansion strategies[182]. - The company is investing in R&D for new technologies, with an allocation of $50 million for the upcoming year[179]. - Market expansion efforts include entering three new provinces in China, aiming for a 10% market share in these regions by 2025[178]. - A new product line is expected to launch in Q3 2023, projected to contribute an additional $30 million in revenue[179]. - The management team emphasizes sustainability initiatives, aiming for a 20% reduction in operational carbon footprint by 2025[182].

Financial Performance - The company's total revenue for the year ended December 31, 2022, was HKD 4,945,818,000, an increase from HKD 4,450,165,000 in 2021, representing a growth of approximately 11.2%[14] - The net profit attributable to shareholders for the year was HKD 277,706,000, a significant decrease from HKD 502,033,000 in 2021, reflecting a decline of about 44.7%[18] - The revenue from environmental hygiene services reached HKD 4,024,333,000, up from HKD 3,389,233,000 in the previous year, indicating an increase of approximately 18.8%[14] - The company's earnings per share for the year was HKD 0.077, down from HKD 0.139 in 2021[18] - The company's gross profit for the year was HKD 1,006.6 million, down from HKD 1,162.2 million in 2021, reflecting a decrease of about 13.4%[108] - The group's pre-tax profit for the year was HKD 427.6 million, compared to HKD 719.1 million in the previous year[163] Costs and Expenses - The cost of services provided increased to HKD 3,379,757,000 from HKD 2,738,434,000, marking a rise of about 23.4%[15] - The company reported a total financing cost of HKD 115,070,000, compared to HKD 92,806,000 in 2021, which is an increase of approximately 24.0%[24] - The company received government subsidies amounting to HKD 16,980,000, a decrease from HKD 20,830,000 in the previous year, representing a decline of approximately 18.0%[14] - Administrative expenses increased to HKD 474.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2022, from HKD 413.5 million in the previous year, mainly due to salary and office expense increases[74] Revenue Streams - The total revenue from environmental sanitation services was approximately HKD 4.024 billion, an increase from HKD 3.402 billion in 2021[41] - The group's revenue from hazardous waste treatment services decreased to HKD 612.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2022, down from HKD 710.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2021[183] - The average annual revenue per square meter for environmental sanitation services increased to HKD 13.3 in 2022 from HKD 11.2 in 2021[37] Operational Metrics - The actual processing volume for hazardous waste decreased by 9.0% to 186,269 tons in 2022 compared to 204,584 tons in 2021[44] - The number of environmental sanitation service projects increased to 152 in 2022 from 128 in 2021[41] - The average turnover days for trade receivables and bills increased to 142 days in 2022 from 111 days in 2021[50] Assets and Liabilities - The total assets value reached HKD 8,743,544 in 2022, compared to HKD 8,164,915 in 2021, marking an increase of 7.1%[122] - The total current liabilities amounted to HKD 2,355,034,000 in 2022, up from HKD 1,666,345,000 in 2021, which is an increase of about 41.3%[152] - Non-current liabilities totaled HKD 2,330,377,000 in 2022, slightly up from HKD 2,277,875,000 in 2021, indicating an increase of approximately 2.3%[152] Cash Flow - The net cash flow from operating activities for 2022 was HKD 463,118, a decrease of 14.7% from HKD 542,601 in 2021[113] - The net cash flow used in investing activities improved to HKD (768,749) in 2022 from HKD (897,331) in 2021, indicating a reduction of 14.3%[113] - The net cash flow from financing activities increased to HKD 318,490 in 2022, up by 10.2% from HKD 289,066 in 2021[113] Shareholder Returns - The proposed final dividend is HKD 0.01 per share, with a total annual dividend of HKD 0.02 per share and a payout ratio of 25.9%[107] - The board proposed a final dividend of HKD 0.01 per share for the year ended December 31, 2022, down from HKD 0.03 per share in 2021, pending shareholder approval[169] Future Outlook - The company plans to expand its operations in mainland China, which contributed all external customer revenue during the year[21] - The board is confident that the company's operational standards will further improve and develop starting in 2023[95]

Financial Performance - The company recorded revenue of approximately HKD 2.3949 billion for the six months ended June 30, 2022, representing an increase of about 13.5% compared to the same period last year[5]. - Profit attributable to shareholders for the same period was approximately HKD 160.5 million, a decrease of about 35.4% year-on-year[5]. - The overall operating performance showed a 13.5% increase in revenue, reaching HKD 2,394,883,000, compared to HKD 2,110,876,000 in the previous year[13]. - The overall gross profit decreased to HKD 489,647,000 from HKD 618,763,000, reflecting a decline of approximately 20.8%[60]. - The net profit for the six months ended June 30, 2022, was HKD 176.9 million, a decrease from HKD 306.5 million in the same period of 2021, representing a decline of approximately 42.3%[44]. - The profit attributable to shareholders for the six months ended June 30, 2022, was HKD 160,483,000, a decrease of 35.4% compared to HKD 248,533,000 for the same period in 2021[66]. Revenue Segments - The group's revenue from environmental sanitation services increased by 17.5% to HKD 1,922,785,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2022, compared to HKD 1,636,624,000 in the same period of 2021[13]. - The hazardous waste treatment segment generated revenue of HKD 302,134,000, down from HKD 341,022,000, indicating a decline of about 11.4%[60]. - The revenue from the company's electronic waste processing business was approximately HKD 170 million for the six months ended June 30, 2022, compared to HKD 133.2 million for the same period in 2021, accounting for about 7.1% of total revenue[21]. Dividends and Shareholder Returns - The proposed interim dividend is HKD 0.01 per share, with a dividend payout ratio of approximately 22.4%[5]. - The company declared an interim dividend of HKD 0.01 per share for the six months ended June 30, 2022, payable to shareholders on September 15, 2022[98]. Operational Developments - The company secured 10 new environmental sanitation service projects during the reporting period, bringing the total to 134 projects as of June 30, 2022[6]. - The company is advancing digital transformation initiatives, including enhancements to the CRM system and the launch of a supply chain system[8]. - The company is developing a smart sanitation platform to unify project service management and improve operational efficiency[8]. - The company aims to implement a smart sanitation system and accelerate the deployment of an integrated management system to enhance operational efficiency[12]. Challenges and Market Conditions - The hazardous waste treatment industry faced unprecedented challenges, with rising raw material prices impacting profit margins[7]. - The actual processing volume and sales of harmless treatment and recycling projects decreased by 20.3% and 30.3%, respectively, due to temporary factory shutdowns during the pandemic[15]. - The company anticipates a recovery in hazardous waste treatment services in the second half of 2022 due to the gradual recovery of the overall economy in China[38]. Financial Position and Cash Flow - Cash and cash equivalents amounted to approximately HKD 1.5475 billion as of June 30, 2022, compared to HKD 1.6889 billion as of December 31, 2021[35]. - The net debt ratio increased to 19.9% as of June 30, 2022, from 14.9% as of December 31, 2021, reflecting higher borrowing levels[35]. - Net cash flow from operating activities decreased to HKD 272,305, down 23.8% from HKD 357,361 in the same period last year[48]. Corporate Governance and Compliance - The audit committee, consisting of three independent non-executive directors, reviewed the interim results for the six months ended June 30, 2022, and confirmed adherence to appropriate accounting policies and compliance with applicable listing rules[103]. - All directors confirmed compliance with the standard code of conduct for securities trading during the six months ended June 30, 2022[102]. - The company emphasizes high standards of corporate governance to enhance performance and shareholder value, adhering to all applicable codes[101]. Shareholder Structure - As of June 30, 2022, the total shares held by the concerted action parties amounted to 2,180,080,777 shares, representing approximately 60.56% of the company's issued share capital[85]. - The major shareholder, Beikong Water Group, holds 1,478,312,777 shares, which is 41.06% of the total issued share capital[89]. - The concerted action agreement was established on May 10, 2022, among multiple parties, including Beikong Water Group and others[85].

Financial Performance - The company recorded revenue of approximately HKD 4.4502 billion for the year ended December 31, 2021, representing a year-on-year increase of about 26.4%[5] - Profit attributable to shareholders for the same period was approximately HKD 502 million, reflecting a year-on-year increase of about 17.6%[5] - The group's revenue for environmental sanitation services increased by 20.6% to HKD 3,402,146,000 in 2021 from HKD 2,820,959,000 in 2020[12] - The hazardous waste treatment business revenue rose by 47.1% to HKD 710,418,000 in 2021, compared to HKD 483,073,000 in 2020[12] - The group achieved a net profit attributable to shareholders of HKD 571,636,000 in 2021, reflecting a 9.1% increase from HKD 524,079,000 in 2020[12] - Total revenue increased by approximately 26.4% from HKD 3.52 billion in 2020 to HKD 4.4502 billion in 2021, driven by growth in environmental hygiene services and hazardous waste treatment projects[21] - Revenue from environmental hygiene services was approximately HKD 3.402 billion in 2021, compared to HKD 2.821 billion in 2020, with a gross margin decline from 29.5% to 25.9%[22] - Revenue from hazardous waste treatment services increased to HKD 710.4 million in 2021 from HKD 483.1 million in 2020, with a gross margin decrease from 41.0% to 31.9%[24] - The company reported a total comprehensive income of HKD 693,317, a decrease of 9.9% from HKD 769,264 in 2020[159] - The company’s financing costs increased to HKD 83,267 from HKD 72,034, reflecting a rise of 15.5%[159] - Administrative expenses rose to HKD 413,491, up from HKD 339,690, indicating a 21.7% increase[159] Dividends and Shareholder Returns - The company declared a cash dividend of HKD 0.03 per share to reward shareholders for their trust and support[5] - The board proposed a final dividend of HKD 0.03 per ordinary share for the year ended December 31, 2021, compared to no dividend in 2020[46] - The company’s dividend policy aims to ensure sufficient reserves for future development while allowing shareholders to share in profits, considering factors such as actual and expected financial performance[87] - The board of directors will consider various factors, including financial performance and capital expenditure needs, when deciding on dividend distributions[87] Operational Highlights - The hazardous waste disposal volume increased by 46.4% year-on-year, with total designed processing capacity reaching 709,700 tons per year[6] - The company operates 128 environmental sanitation service projects, covering a total cleaning area of approximately 22.64 million square meters[5] - The company secured 23 new environmental hygiene service projects with a total contract value of approximately HKD 2.7 billion and estimated annual revenue of HKD 539.6 million[17] - The total contracted area reached approximately 22.64 million square meters, up from 19.44 million square meters in 2020, with average revenue per square meter decreasing from HKD 13.1 to HKD 11.2[17] - The company has four ongoing projects and four planned future construction projects in hazardous waste treatment as of December 31, 2021[19] Technology and Innovation - The company is focusing on enhancing hazardous waste technology upgrades and optimizing process flows to improve productivity and reduce costs[6] - The company is leveraging digital technology and management innovation to enhance operational efficiency and develop a "Smart Sanitation System"[8] - The company is actively collaborating with schools for research and innovation in hazardous waste projects, resulting in multiple intellectual property achievements[8] - The group plans to enhance digital and intelligent services to modernize environmental governance and improve operational efficiency[11] Corporate Governance - The board emphasized the importance of good corporate governance practices to enhance shareholder value and protect shareholder interests[51] - The board of directors is responsible for leading, guiding, and supervising the group's business and strategic decisions[54] - The company has established a nomination committee to ensure diversity in board member selection based on various factors including gender, age, and professional experience[62] - The independent non-executive directors provide independent opinions on the company's business strategy and performance to protect shareholder interests[57] - The company has established three committees: the audit committee, the nomination committee, and the remuneration committee to enhance corporate governance[67] Risk Management - The company has established ongoing procedures to identify, assess, and manage significant risks, including risk identification, assessment, and management[78] - The audit committee has been tasked with reviewing the effectiveness of the group's risk management and internal control systems, which are deemed effective and sufficient for the reporting year[78] Employee and Talent Development - The group has initiated various talent development programs to strengthen its human resources foundation for business growth[10] - As of December 31, 2021, the group employed 42,175 employees, an increase from 39,406 employees as of December 31, 2020, resulting in total employee costs of approximately HKD 1.8218 billion for the year[42] Financial Position - Cash and cash equivalents were approximately HKD 1.6889 billion as of December 31, 2021, down from HKD 1.7253 billion as of December 31, 2020[36] - Total bank and other borrowings increased to HKD 2.3158 billion as of December 31, 2021, from HKD 1.7586 billion as of December 31, 2020, leading to a net debt ratio increase to 14.9%[36] - The company reported a total of HKD 603.4 million in net proceeds from its initial public offering, fully utilized as per the intended purposes outlined in the prospectus[45] Market Outlook - The environmental sanitation services market in China is projected to grow from RMB 3,091 billion in 2021 to RMB 5,348 billion by 2026[15] - The hazardous waste treatment service business is expected to continue growing in 2022 due to increased project capacity and economic recovery in China[38] Subsidiaries and Investments - The company has established multiple subsidiaries in China, focusing on environmental sanitation services, with total registered capital ranging from RMB 2.1 million to RMB 586.4 million across various entities[168][169][170] - The company holds a 100% indirect equity stake in several subsidiaries, including Beikong (Tangshan) Environmental Services Co., Ltd. and Beikong (Cangzhou Hejian) Environmental Services Co., Ltd.[168] - The company has a total of 20 subsidiaries involved in environmental services, with varying ownership percentages, including 100% ownership in several entities[171][173] Compliance and Regulatory Matters - The company has complied with all applicable provisions of the corporate governance code as of December 31, 2021, except for the deviation mentioned[143] - The independent auditor, Ernst & Young, has confirmed that the consolidated financial statements present a true and fair view of the group's financial position as of December 31, 2021[148]

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