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Revenue and Sales Performance - For the six months ended June 30, 2022, the revenue from aluminum aerosol can sales was approximately HKD 112.7 million, a year-on-year increase of about 5.8% compared to HKD 106.6 million for the same period in 2021[8]. - The number of aluminum aerosol cans sold during the same period was approximately 55.6 million cans, down from 57.9 million cans in the previous year, indicating a decrease in sales volume[13]. - Revenue from the Chinese market accounted for approximately 89.9% of total revenue, up from 89.0% in the previous year, with sales to Chinese customers increasing by about 6.8%[14]. - The sales to overseas customers slightly decreased by about 2.9%, attributed to supply chain instability in China leading to order shifts to overseas competitors[14]. - Revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2022, was HKD 112,731,000, an increase of 5.4% compared to HKD 106,587,000 in the same period of 2021[65]. - Revenue from mainland China was HKD 101,378,000, up 6.3% from HKD 94,891,000 in 2021[96]. Profitability and Financial Performance - Gross profit for the same period was approximately HKD 29.7 million, a decrease of about 7.9% from HKD 32.3 million in the previous year, resulting in a gross margin decline from 30.3% to 26.4%[16]. - Profit before tax was HKD 14,692,000, a decrease of 5.5% from HKD 15,547,000 in the previous year[65]. - Net profit for the six months ended June 30, 2022, was approximately HKD 13.3 million, an increase of about 3.4% compared to HKD 12.9 million for the same period in 2021[23]. - The company reported a profit attributable to owners of approximately HKD 13.1 million for the six months ended June 30, 2022, resulting in basic and diluted earnings per share of HKD 0.015 and HKD 0.010, respectively[56]. - Total comprehensive loss for the period amounted to HKD 4,010,000, a significant decline from a comprehensive income of HKD 15,920,000 in the previous year[65]. - The profit attributable to equity holders of the parent for the six months ended June 30, 2022, was HKD 13,123,000, compared to HKD 12,712,000 for the same period in 2021, representing an increase of approximately 3.2%[106]. Costs and Expenses - The cost of sales for the six months ended June 30, 2022, was approximately HKD 83.0 million, representing 73.6% of the revenue, an increase from 69.7% in the previous year[15]. - Sales and distribution expenses for the six months ended June 30, 2022, were approximately HKD 3.4 million, a decrease of about 17.8% compared to HKD 4.1 million for the same period in 2021[20]. - Administrative expenses for the six months ended June 30, 2022, were approximately HKD 9.6 million, a decrease of about 4.1% from HKD 10.0 million in the prior year[21]. - Total employee benefits expenses increased to HKD 15,090,000 from HKD 14,686,000, an increase of 2.8%[99]. - Research and development costs increased to HKD 5,809,000 from HKD 5,353,000, reflecting a growth of 8.5%[99]. Assets and Liabilities - As of June 30, 2022, the group held net current assets of approximately HKD 141.1 million, up from HKD 130.1 million as of December 31, 2021[25]. - The current ratio as of June 30, 2022, was approximately 6.7, compared to 7.1 as of December 31, 2021[25]. - As of June 30, 2022, the debt-to-equity ratio was approximately -30%, an improvement from -31% as of December 31, 2021[30]. - Non-current assets decreased to HKD 235,504,000 from HKD 253,461,000 as of December 31, 2021[68]. - Current assets increased to HKD 165,661,000 from HKD 151,443,000 as of December 31, 2021[68]. - Total liabilities increased to HKD 24,588,000 from HKD 21,326,000 as of December 31, 2021[68]. Cash Flow and Financing - Operating cash flow for the first half of 2022 was HKD 10,845 thousand, down from HKD 12,456 thousand in the same period last year, indicating a decrease of about 13%[79]. - The company incurred a loss of HKD 17,115 thousand due to foreign exchange differences, impacting overall comprehensive income negatively[76]. - The company’s financing activities resulted in a net cash outflow of HKD 2,959 thousand, compared to HKD 17,995 thousand in the previous year, indicating a significant reduction in cash outflow[82]. - Financing costs for the six months ended June 30, 2022, were approximately HKD 18,000, a significant decrease of about 78.0% from HKD 82,000 in the same period of 2021[22]. Investments and Capital Expenditures - The group had no significant investments as of June 30, 2022, consistent with the previous year[38]. - The company engaged in forward procurement of aluminum ingots amounting to approximately RMB 7.3 million, including about 360 tons of aluminum ingots, as of June 30, 2022[34]. - Funds allocated for expanding production capacity totaled HKD 48 million, fully utilized by June 30, 2022[40]. - HKD 12 million was designated for establishing a new R&D laboratory, with HKD 3.3 million utilized and a remaining balance of HKD 8.7 million expected to be used by December 31, 2023[40]. - The company acquired assets at a cost of HKD 3,783,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2022, down from HKD 15,241,000 in the same period of 2021, reflecting a decrease of approximately 75.2%[109]. Shareholder Information and Equity - The total number of issued shares as of June 30, 2022, is 901,785,000 shares[140]. - The major shareholder, Mr. Lian, holds 660,546,000 shares, representing approximately 73.25% of the issued shares[140]. - Wellmass International Limited, wholly owned by Mr. Lian, holds 268,000,000 shares, accounting for approximately 29.72% of the issued shares[146]. - The company declared an interim dividend of HKD 0.29 per share for the six months ended June 30, 2022, compared to HKD 0.14 per share for the same period in 2021[173]. Corporate Governance and Committees - The audit committee was established on June 20, 2013, to oversee financial reporting and risk management[164]. - The remuneration committee, also established on June 20, 2013, is responsible for recommending compensation policies for directors and senior management[165]. - The nomination committee was formed on June 20, 2013, to review board structure and ensure balanced expertise among board members[166].

Financial Performance - The total revenue for the group was approximately HKD 208.9 million, an increase of about 13.6% compared to HKD 183.9 million in the previous year[10]. - The profit for the year was approximately HKD 18.4 million, a decrease of about 16.6% from HKD 22.1 million in the previous year[10]. - Revenue from the Chinese market was approximately HKD 185.5 million, up from HKD 161.2 million in the previous year, attributed to the stable recovery of the fast-moving consumer goods market[17]. - The group's net profit for the reporting period was approximately HKD 18.4 million, a decrease of about 16.6% from HKD 22.1 million in 2020, with a net profit margin of approximately 8.8%[25]. - The cost of sales was approximately HKD 152.3 million, representing about 72.9% of the revenue, an increase from 64.6% in the previous year[18]. - Other income and gains increased by approximately 66.6% to about HKD 10.5 million, driven by higher scrap sales and R&D service income[19]. Sales and Production - The number of aluminum aerosol cans sold was approximately 113.4 million, compared to 105.5 million in the previous year[17]. - Employee costs for the reporting period were approximately HKD 35.6 million, an increase from HKD 28.3 million in 2020, with a total of 245 employees as of December 31, 2021[40]. - The company plans to allocate HKD 48 million for expanding production capacity, including upgrading existing production lines and acquiring a new production line[43]. - A new R&D laboratory will be established with an investment of HKD 12 million, of which HKD 3.3 million has already been utilized, and HKD 8.7 million is expected to be used by December 31, 2022[43]. Expenses and Dividends - Selling and distribution expenses were approximately HKD 8.2 million, an increase of about 12.6% from HKD 7.3 million in the previous year[20]. - Administrative expenses for the reporting period were approximately HKD 21.4 million, an increase of about 3.6% compared to HKD 20.7 million in the same period of 2020[24]. - The board proposed a final dividend of HKD 0.0031 per share, down from HKD 0.0066 per share in the previous year[11]. Corporate Governance - The company has complied with the corporate governance code, except for the provision regarding the separation of the roles of Chairman and CEO[49]. - The board consists of two executive directors, one non-executive director, and three independent non-executive directors, ensuring high independence and effective decision-making[57]. - The independent non-executive directors possess extensive professional knowledge and experience in various fields, contributing to the board's independent judgment[53]. - The board has implemented a diversity policy, considering factors such as gender, age, and professional experience in the selection of board members[65]. - The board has established four committees: Audit, Remuneration, Nomination, and Risk Management, each with specific responsibilities and reporting requirements[73]. Risk Management - The company emphasizes the importance of corporate governance policies, effective risk management, and transparency to shareholders[90]. - The risk management committee is responsible for identifying and managing operational risks, with a focus on financial and market conditions[106]. - The company conducts quarterly meetings to analyze and prioritize identified risks based on their likelihood and impact[112]. - The board has overall responsibility for assessing risks associated with strategic goals and ensuring effective risk management systems are in place[106]. - The company has established a framework for risk management that includes regular assessments and adjustments based on operational needs[111]. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) - The group has established an environmental, social, and governance (ESG) framework to promote and implement its sustainable development strategy[135]. - The company reported a focus on environmental protection, committing to reduce long-term negative impacts through strict monitoring and control of operations[145]. - The company aims to maintain zero significant violations related to air, greenhouse gas, and waste emissions over the next five years[156]. - The company has reduced raw material consumption by approximately 10% through the application of aluminum can wall-thinning technology[153]. - The company is committed to continuous improvement in resource utilization and monitoring to ensure compliance with environmental standards[164]. Employee Welfare and Training - The company adheres to Chinese labor laws and regulations, ensuring competitive compensation packages that include basic salary, overtime pay, bonuses, retirement benefits, and other employee welfare[178]. - The company conducts regular health checks for employees and maintains health records to ensure their well-being[183]. - A total of 249 employees participated in various training programs, accumulating 1,843 hours of training during the reporting period[194]. - The company emphasizes systematic training, creating specific training plans for different employee functions, with mandatory participation unless reasonable objections are presented[193]. - The company promotes a safe working environment by providing adequate safety equipment and conducting regular emergency drills[187].

H 中國鋁罐控股有限公司 China Aluminum Cans Holdings Limited (於開曼群島註冊成立之有限公司) 股份代號：6898 中期報告 2021 in 目錄 2 公司資料 4 業務回顧 5 管理層討論及分析 11 中期簡明綜合財務報表審閱報告 12 中期簡明綜合損益及其他全面收益表 13 中期簡明綜合財務狀況表 15 中期簡明綜合權益變動表 17 中期簡明綜合現金流量表 19 中期簡明綜合財務資料附註 28 其他資料 二零二一年中期報告 ｜ 中國鋁罐控股有限公司 02 公司資料 | --- | --- | |--------------------------------|----------------------------| | 董事會 | 授權代表 | | 執行董事 | 連運增先生 | | 連運增先生 （主席） | 何詠欣女士 (ACG, ACS (PE)) | | 董江雄先生 | 公司秘書 | | 非執行董事 | 何詠欣女士 (ACG, ACS (PE)) | | 郭德宏先生 | 註冊辦事處 | | 獨立非執行董事 | Windward 3 | | 連達鵬博士 | Reg ...

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Revenue and Sales Performance - For the six months ended June 30, 2020, the revenue from aluminum aerosol cans was approximately HKD 98.6 million, a significant decrease of about 21.6% compared to HKD 125.8 million for the same period in 2019[8]. - The number of aluminum aerosol cans sold during the same period was approximately 57.6 million cans, down from 75.2 million cans in 2019, reflecting a decline in sales volume[10]. - Revenue from Chinese customers accounted for 91.1% of total revenue, with sales from this segment decreasing by approximately 22.2% due to the economic slowdown and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic[11]. - Revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2020, was HKD 98,573,000, a decrease of 21.6% from HKD 125,799,000 in the same period of 2019[48]. - Revenue from continuing operations for the six months ended June 30, 2020, was HKD 98,573,000, a decrease of 21.6% from HKD 125,799,000 in the same period of 2019[66]. Profitability and Financial Performance - Gross profit for the period was approximately HKD 37.0 million, a decrease of about 23.4% from HKD 48.3 million in 2019, leading to a gross margin reduction from 38.4% to 37.5%[13]. - Net profit from continuing operations for the six months ended June 30, 2020, was approximately HKD 14.2 million, a decrease of about 33.8% compared to HKD 21.5 million for the same period in 2019[18]. - Profit before tax from continuing operations was HKD 18,891,000, a decline of 32.7% compared to HKD 28,049,000 in 2019[48]. - Total comprehensive income for the period was HKD 7,302,000, significantly lower than HKD 36,256,000 in the same period last year[49]. - The company reported a profit attributable to owners of approximately HKD 14.2 million for the six months ended June 30, 2020, resulting in basic and diluted earnings per share of HKD 0.016 and HKD 0.010, respectively[39]. Costs and Expenses - The cost of sales for the six months ended June 30, 2020, was approximately HKD 61.6 million, representing about 62.5% of revenue, a slight increase of 0.9% compared to 61.6% in 2019[12]. - Sales and distribution expenses for the six months ended June 30, 2020, were approximately HKD 3.7 million, a decrease of about 28.8% compared to HKD 5.2 million for the same period in 2019[15]. - Administrative expenses for the six months ended June 30, 2020, were approximately HKD 10.0 million, down about 18.7% from HKD 12.3 million in the same period of 2019[16]. - Financing costs for the six months ended June 30, 2020, were approximately HKD 66,000, a decrease of about 32.0% from HKD 97,000 in the same period of 2019[17]. - The total tax expense from continuing operations for the period was HKD 4,648,000, a decrease from HKD 14,465,000 in the previous year[70]. Cash Flow and Financial Position - Cash and cash equivalents increased to HKD 74,096,000 from HKD 51,698,000 at the end of 2019, reflecting a positive cash flow[51]. - The company reported a net cash inflow from operating activities of HKD 23,687,000, a decrease from HKD 50,292,000 in the same period of 2019, reflecting a decline of approximately 53%[58]. - The net cash flow from financing activities was HKD 6,557,000, a significant improvement compared to a net cash outflow of HKD 194,878,000 in the previous year[66]. - The company reported a net cash inflow of HKD 25,781,000 for the period, contrasting with a net outflow of HKD 163,476,000 in the previous year[66]. - As of June 30, 2020, the group held net current assets of approximately HKD 97.0 million, compared to HKD 84.0 million as of December 31, 2019[20]. Investments and Capital Expenditures - The company plans to continue diversifying its product offerings while leveraging strong R&D capabilities to develop high-margin, high-demand new products[9]. - Further investments will be made to introduce automation systems and upgrade existing production facilities to enhance product quality and production efficiency[9]. - The company plans to establish a new R&D laboratory, with HKD 12 million allocated, of which HKD 3.3 million has been utilized by June 30, 2020[30]. - Capital commitments as of June 30, 2020, were approximately HKD 2.4 million, an increase from HKD 1.7 million as of December 31, 2019[31]. - The company acquired assets at a cost of HKD 4,751,000 during the six months ended June 30, 2020, compared to HKD 8,492,000 in the same period of 2019[75]. Shareholder and Equity Information - The company issued HKD 780 million convertible bonds to finance the acquisition of Topspan Holdings Limited, with a conversion price adjusted from HKD 1.08 to HKD 0.46 per share[34]. - If all convertible bonds are exercised, the total number of issued shares would increase by 494,228,072 shares, representing approximately 54.81% of the issued share capital as of June 30, 2020[36]. - The company declared dividends of HKD 20,452,000 for the period, compared to HKD 20,959,000 in the previous year, indicating a decrease of approximately 2.4%[56]. - The interim dividend declared for the six months ended June 30, 2020, is HK$0.23 per share, down from HK$0.42 per share for the same period in 2019[122]. - The total number of issued shares as of June 30, 2020, was 901,785,000, with the percentage of shares held by the ultimate shareholder amounting to 73.25%[98]. Employee and Management Information - The group had approximately 271 employees as of June 30, 2020, down from 277 employees as of December 31, 2019[28]. - Total remuneration paid to key management personnel for the six months ended June 30, 2020, was HKD 2,767,000, a decrease of 39.5% compared to HKD 4,569,000 in 2019[88]. - The company’s key management personnel received a total of HKD 1,516,000 in bonuses for the six months ended June 30, 2020, down from HKD 2,614,000 in the previous year[88]. Corporate Governance and Compliance - The Audit Committee reviewed the financial statements for the six months ended June 30, 2020, and recommended their adoption by the Board[114]. - The company has complied with the Corporate Governance Code, except for the provision that the roles of Chairman and CEO should be separate[119]. - The Risk Management Committee reviewed the hedging policies related to aluminum ingot procurement and foreign currency forward contracts, confirming compliance[117]. - The company has established a Remuneration Committee to provide recommendations on the remuneration policies for all directors and senior management[115]. - The Nomination Committee is responsible for reviewing the board structure and ensuring a balanced mix of skills and experience among board members[116].

501日 年 報 中國鋁罐控股有限公司 China Aluminum Cans Holdings Limited (於開曼群島註冊成立之有限公司) 股份代號：6898 目 錄 2 公司資料 4 主席報告 5 管理層討論及分析 10 企業管治報告 24 環境、社會及管治報告 45 董事及高級管理層履歷 49 董事會報告 62 獨立核數師報告 66 綜合損益及其他全面收益表 67 綜合財務狀況表 69 綜合權益變動表 71 綜合現金流量表 73 財務報表附註 136 財務摘要 公司資料 02 鍾詒杜先生（主席） 郭德宏先生 連達鵬博士 葉偉文先生 | --- | --- | |-----------------------|----------------------------------------| | 董事會 | 授權代表 | | 執行董事 | 連運增先生 | | 連運增先生 （主席） | 何詠欣女士 (ACIS, ACS (PE)) | | 董江雄先生 | | | 非執行董事 | 公司秘書 何詠欣女士 (ACIS, ACS (PE)) | | 郭德宏先生 | | | 獨立非執行董事 | 註冊辦事處 | ...

中國鋁罐控股有限公司 China Aluminum Cans Holdings Limited (於開曼群島註冊成立之有限公司) 股份代號：6898 2019 中期報告 公司資料 2 業務回顧 4 管理層討論及分析 5 中期簡明綜合財務報表審閱報告 11 中期簡明綜合損益及其他全面收益表 12 目錄 中期簡明綜合財務狀況表 14 中期簡明綜合權益變動表 16 中期簡明綜合現金流量表 18 中期簡明綜合財務報表附註 20 其他資料 34 I i i .75 02 中國鋁罐控股有限公司 ｜ 二零一九年中期報告 公司資料 | --- | --- | |---------------------|-------| | | | | 執行董事 | | | 連運增先生 （主席） | | | 董江雄先生 | | | 非執行董事 | | | 郭德宏先生 | | | 獨立非執行董事 | | | 連達鵬博士 | | | 郭楊女士 | | | 鍾詒杜先生 | | | 葉偉文先生 | | 董事會轄下委員會 審核委員會 葉偉文先生（主席） 連達鵬博士 郭楊女士 鍾詒杜先生 薪酬委員會 郭楊女士（主席） 連運增先生 郭德宏先生 連達鵬博士 ...

Financial Performance - The total revenue for the year ended December 31, 2018, was approximately HKD 861.5 million, an increase of about 14.0% compared to HKD 756.1 million in 2017[10] - The net profit for the year was approximately HKD 85.4 million, up about 16.7% from HKD 73.2 million in the previous year[10] - The group's revenue increased by approximately 14.0% compared to the same period in 2017, with aluminum aerosol can sales generating about HKD 250.7 million and aerosol and non-aerosol products generating about HKD 610.9 million[19] - Revenue from aerosol and non-aerosol products increased by approximately 17.8% compared to 2017, rising from HKD 518.4 million to HKD 610.9 million[22] - Sales from overseas customers saw a significant increase of approximately 49.2%, contributing HKD 233.8 million to total revenue, up from HKD 156.7 million in 2017[25] - The group's total sales cost was approximately HKD 594.4 million, representing about 69.0% of total revenue, a slight decrease from 69.7% in 2017[26] - The group's net profit for the period was approximately HKD 85.4 million, an increase of about 16.7% from HKD 73.2 million in 2017, with a net profit margin of approximately 9.9%[29] Dividends and Shareholder Returns - The board proposed a final dividend of HKD 0.0218 per share, compared to HKD 0.0107 per share in 2017[11] - The company has adopted a dividend policy prioritizing cash dividends, with decisions based on financial performance, operational needs, and other relevant factors[110] Strategic Initiatives - The company aims to enhance its market position by focusing on customer needs, increasing R&D investment, and developing high-demand, high-value products[15] - The company plans to strengthen its brand penetration in China and expand its international market presence in the Asia-Pacific region[15] - The company recognizes the strategic opportunities presented by the "Belt and Road" initiative, which could enhance the aerosol industry in related countries[12] - The company plans to continue developing high-margin, high-demand new products while optimizing internal resources and investing in automation systems to enhance product quality and production efficiency[20] Acquisitions and Investments - The company acquired a 70% stake in a cosmetics aerosol can filling company, which was approved by independent shareholders on January 10, 2018, and completed on March 29, 2018[12] - The acquisition of 70% of the issued share capital of Guangzhou Eurasia Aerosol and Daily Chemical Products Manufacturing Co., Ltd. was completed for a cash consideration of HKD 90 million[51] - The acquisition of Guangdong Eurasia Packaging Co., Ltd. was completed on March 29, 2018, with a cash consideration of €5,969,100 (approximately HKD 54.7 million) for a new automated production line using digital printing technology[53] - The group had no major investments during the reporting period, consistent with the previous year[43] Corporate Governance - The board consists of four executive directors, one non-executive director, and four independent non-executive directors, ensuring high independence and effective decision-making[65] - The company has adopted and complied with the corporate governance code, except for the separation of the roles of chairman and CEO, which are held by the same individual[57] - Independent non-executive directors possess extensive expertise in accounting, finance, law, and business, ensuring high-quality independent opinions and judgments[61] - The company has maintained compliance with the listing rules regarding the independence of its board members, with independent non-executive directors constituting over one-third of the board[65] - The company has established a robust governance framework to ensure balanced power and effective oversight of its operations[64] Risk Management - The risk management committee is responsible for evaluating and monitoring significant risks, ensuring effective risk management systems are in place[113] - The company has established a structured process for risk identification, considering both internal and external factors[120] - The board is responsible for approving the group's risk management strategies and policies[118] - The company emphasizes the importance of risk management for achieving long-term sustainable growth[113] Environmental Initiatives - The company has focused on monitoring environmental safety standards and has implemented measures to reduce emissions, including the use of low VOC paints and advanced dust control systems[132] - The company has achieved a 10% reduction in raw material usage through the application of aluminum can wall thickness technology, earning recognition with a patent gold award in Zhongshan City[152] - The company has converted its production line heating from electric to natural gas, resulting in an average energy saving of approximately 12.2%, with a reduction in natural gas usage of about 110,000 cubic meters[153] - The company has established an environmental management system certified to ISO 14001 for both aerosol and non-aerosol product production[143] Employee Welfare - The company actively participates in charitable activities and provides paid leave and bonuses to encourage employee involvement in public welfare[185] - The company provides breakfast for employees and conducts annual health checks to ensure their well-being[185] - The company has established a salary management system to further motivate employees and enhance work enthusiasm[185] Board Composition and Diversity - The board's composition includes members with diverse expertise, which is expected to drive better decision-making and strategic direction[200] - The company has a formal nomination policy to enhance board diversity and governance standards[77] - The board members possess extensive knowledge in manufacturing, international trade, finance, and corporate management, contributing to the company's growth[76]