Core Viewpoint - Peiran Environmental (08320) announced the resignation of Mr. Si Tu Zhi Heng as an independent non-executive director and member of several committees, effective from October 17, 2025 [1] Group 1 - Mr. Si Tu Zhi Heng is resigning due to commitments to other business activities [1] - His resignation will impact the audit committee, remuneration committee, nomination committee, and responsible investment committee [1]

香 港 交 易 及 結 算 所 有 限 公 司 及 香 港 聯 合 交 易 所 有 限 公 司（「聯交所」）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的任何損失承 擔 任 何 責 任。 承董事會命 沛然環保顧問有限公司 ALLIED SUSTAINABILITY AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANTS GROUP LIMITED 沛然環保顧問有限公司 （於開曼群島註冊成立的有限公司） （股份代號：8320） 獨立非執行董事辭任及董事委員會組成變動 沛 然 環 保 顧 問 有 限 公 司（「本公司」）董 事 會（「董事會」）宣 佈，司 徒 智 恆 先 生（「司 徒 先 生」）考 慮 到 因 其 他 業 務 承 諾，故 提 呈 辭 任 本 公 司 獨 立 非 執 行 董 事、以 及 審 核 委 員 會、薪 酬 委 員 會、提 名 委 員 會、以 及 責 任 投 資 委 員 會 成 員，自 二 零 二 五 年 十 月 十 七 日 起 生 效。 ...

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8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: 沛然環保顧問有限公司 呈交日期: 2025年9月1日 I. 法定/註冊股本變動 | 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) | 08320 | 說明 | | | | | | | | | | | 法定/註冊股份數目 | | | 面值 | | | 法定/註冊股本 | | | 上月底結存 | | | 2,500,000,000 | HKD | | 0.02 | HKD | | 50,000,000 | | 增加 / 減少 (-) | | | | | | | HKD | | | | 本月底結存 | | | 2,500,000,000 | HKD | | 0.02 | HKD | | 50,000,000 | 本月底法定/註冊股本 ...

香 港 交 易 及 結 算 所 有 限 公 司 及 香 港 聯 合 交 易 所 有 限 公 司（「聯交所」）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的任何損失 承 擔 任 何 責 任。 ALLIED SUSTAINABILITY AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANTS GROUP LIMITED 沛然環保顧問有限公司 （股份代號：8320） （於開曼群島註冊成立的有限公司） 於二零二五年八月八日舉行之股東週年大會 按股數投票表決的結果 沛 然 環 保 顧 問 有 限 公 司（「本公司」）之 董 事 會（分 別 為「董 事」及「董事會」）欣 然 公 佈，刊 載 於 日 期 為 二 零 二 五 年 六 月 二 十 七 日 之 本 公 司 股 東 週 年 大 會 通 告 內 所 有 提 呈 之 決 議 案（分 別 為「股東週年大會通告」及「提呈決議案」），已 於 二 零 二 五 年 八 月 八 日（星 期 五）舉 行 之 本 公 司 股 東 ...

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: 沛然環保顧問有限公司 呈交日期: 2025年8月1日 I. 法定/註冊股本變動 | 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) | 08320 | 說明 | | | | | | | | | | | 法定/註冊股份數目 | | | 面值 | | | 法定/註冊股本 | | | 上月底結存 | | | 2,500,000,000 | HKD | | 0.02 | HKD | | 50,000,000 | | 增加 / 減少 (-) | | | | | | | HKD | | | | 本月底結存 | | | 2,500,000,000 | HKD | | 0.02 | HKD | | 50,000,000 | 本月底法定/註冊股本 ...

Core Viewpoint - Peiran Environmental (08320) announced the signing of five non-binding memorandums of understanding (MOUs) with various business entities from Indonesia and Malaysia during a delegation visit in June 2025, focusing on sustainable development and ESG capabilities [1]. Group 1: Partnerships in Indonesia - Collaboration with PT DEX Solusi Transit, an infrastructure and urban design consulting firm, to provide green building certifications, ESG ratings, carbon credit trading, and green finance consulting services in Indonesia [1]. - Partnership with PT Townland International, an award-winning planning and design consultancy, to offer ESG, green community certifications, smart city, and green finance consulting for large development projects in Indonesia [2]. Group 2: Partnerships in Malaysia - Cooperation with GD Holdings Sdn Bhd, a leader in real estate and property development, to create comprehensive solutions for green building development, including carbon neutrality roadmaps and ESG strategies for property projects in Malaysia [3]. - Collaboration with The One Island Consultant and Training Centre Sdn Bhd to provide environmental and low-carbon certifications and consulting services for data centers and renewable energy infrastructure projects in Malaysia [4]. - Partnership with Global Sustainability Leaders Academy Sdn. Bhd. to offer ESG, green building, carbon neutrality, and green finance capacity building and advocacy in Malaysia, with the company holding a 50% indirect stake in Global Sustainability [5].

Financial Performance - The group's revenue decreased from approximately HKD 52.0 million for the year ended March 31, 2024, to approximately HKD 47.6 million for the year ended March 31, 2025, representing a decline of 8.5%[11]. - The company recorded a loss attributable to owners of approximately HKD 9.6 million for the year ended March 31, 2025, compared to a profit of approximately HKD 0.6 million for the year ended March 31, 2024[11]. - The decline in revenue and gross margin was primarily due to a decrease in average charges for new contracts and project delays caused by the current market atmosphere[11]. - The group's gross profit decreased by approximately 25.0% from approximately HKD 23.8 million to approximately HKD 17.8 million, attributed to a decline in revenue and gross profit margin[55]. - Revenue from green building certification consulting decreased by 9.6% from approximately HKD 33.4 million to approximately HKD 30.2 million, primarily due to project delays caused by the current market atmosphere[52]. - Revenue from sustainable development and environmental consulting fell by 19.5% from approximately HKD 10.4 million to approximately HKD 8.3 million, mainly due to a drop in average fees for new contracts[52]. - Administrative expenses rose by approximately 17.0% from about HKD 22.3 million to approximately HKD 26.1 million, primarily due to increased costs for employee retention and overseas business expansion[58]. - As of March 31, 2025, the group's cash and bank balances were approximately HKD 11.9 million, a decrease of about HKD 2.3 million from HKD 14.2 million as of March 31, 2024[61]. - The total bank financing amounted to approximately HKD 21.0 million, of which approximately HKD 19.0 million had been utilized[62]. - The debt-to-equity ratio as of March 31, 2025, was approximately 29.5%, compared to 23.4% as of March 31, 2024[65]. Dividend Policy - The board decided not to declare any final dividend for the year ended March 31, 2025[12]. - The company has adopted a dividend policy to enhance transparency and assist shareholders in making informed investment decisions, with the ability to declare interim or special dividends at the board's discretion[109]. - As of March 31, 2025, the company's distributable reserves amount to approximately HKD 8.1 million, down from HKD 10.3 million in 2024[115]. Sustainability and ESG Initiatives - The company is focusing on enhancing its core business and promoting green transformation to achieve synergistic development[15]. - The company aims to align its disclosure practices with ISSB standards and the UK's Transition Plan Taskforce guidelines[15]. - The company has set a science-based target to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, with a commitment to achieve net-zero emissions by 2044[19]. - The company aims to reduce Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 90% by 2044, with interim targets set for 2030 to limit global temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius[19]. - The company has expanded its ESG business scope by providing a range of smart and green IoT solutions, including its self-developed ESG platform Sustainature[23]. - The company is collaborating with the World Green Building Council to provide net-zero solutions in real estate development and management[19]. - The company emphasizes sustainable design solutions, including environmental impact assessments and carbon audits, to enhance health and well-being in built environments[24]. - The establishment of the Responsible Investment Committee in February 2022 focuses on integrating ESG factors into investment planning, ensuring responsible investment principles are embedded throughout decision-making[28]. - The company is actively involved in promoting sustainable talent development, providing systematic training and professional guidance to young individuals interested in sustainability[29]. - The company is focused on enhancing its GRESB rating by aligning building green certifications with corporate decarbonization goals[27]. Market Expansion and Partnerships - The company signed a total of 9 non-binding cooperation agreements with entities from the UAE, Malaysia, Vietnam, Indonesia, Singapore, and Hong Kong to promote business cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative[22]. - The company has signed a non-binding cooperation agreement with EnergyX Inc. from South Korea to deepen collaboration in environmental, social, and governance areas[22]. - The company is committed to expanding its environmental consulting and solutions coverage, actively seeking opportunities in the Asia-Pacific and Middle East regions[76]. - The company plans to enhance its services in the Middle East, aligning with the Belt and Road Initiative, and has signed a memorandum of understanding with Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman for collaboration on green solutions[71]. - The company signed multiple memorandums of understanding in 2024 to deepen cooperation in sustainable development and green energy with various partners, including Hong Kong and UAE firms[73]. Corporate Governance - The company has established a remuneration committee to review the compensation policies for directors and senior management based on performance and market practices[148]. - The company confirmed the independence of its independent non-executive directors as per GEM listing rules[151]. - The company has established various committees, including the Audit Committee, Remuneration Committee, and Nomination Committee, to oversee specific responsibilities[199]. - The company has a strong emphasis on professional qualifications and continuous development among its management team to enhance service delivery[177][178]. - The company has adhered to the corporate governance code throughout the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025[182]. Awards and Recognition - The company has achieved multiple awards for its leadership in climate action and resilience, including the 2023 Hong Kong Environmental Excellence Award[18]. - The company has received multiple awards, including the Bank of China Hong Kong Corporate Low Carbon Environmental Leadership Award and the Hong Kong Green Institution Certification[30]. - The group has received multiple international awards for its achievements in green and healthy building standards, reinforcing its industry leadership[41]. - The group received multiple awards for high-quality ESG reporting, including the Best ESG Report Award and the Best ESG Award from a prominent accounting firm[47]. Strategic Acquisitions and Investments - The company has identified a target company for acquisition in the environmental, social, and governance sector, with an expected investment of HKD 3,000,000[90]. - The company has engaged in preliminary discussions for acquiring a target company, with an estimated cash consideration not exceeding HKD 5,800,000[89]. - The company is focusing on strategic acquisitions to enhance its market presence in Hong Kong and China, reflecting its current expansion direction[89]. - The group has committed to invest approximately HKD 1,190,000 for a 5% stake in SMAC Computing Company Limited, with HKD 200,000 already paid as a deposit[80]. Operational Challenges - The group faces significant reliance on project bidding for revenue, which is non-recurring and uncertain[83]. - The group is facing intense competition with no legal barriers, which may affect its market position[87]. - The group is expanding its internal professional team to enhance bidding capabilities, which may increase operational costs without guaranteed proportional revenue[88]. - The board is focused on managing service costs effectively to mitigate financial performance risks associated with inaccurate cost estimates[88].

Financial Performance - The group's revenue decreased from approximately HKD 52.0 million for the year ended March 31, 2024, to approximately HKD 47.6 million for the year ended March 31, 2025, representing a decline of 8.5%[13]. - The company recorded a loss attributable to owners of approximately HKD 9.6 million for the year ended March 31, 2025, compared to a profit of approximately HKD 0.6 million for the year ended March 31, 2024[13]. - The group's gross profit decreased by approximately 25.0% from approximately HKD 23.8 million to approximately HKD 17.8 million, mainly due to a decline in revenue and gross profit margin[57]. - Administrative expenses increased by approximately 17.0% from approximately HKD 22.3 million to approximately HKD 26.1 million, primarily due to increased costs for employee retention and overseas business expansion[60]. - The net cash used in operating activities increased to approximately HKD 3.2 million for the year ended March 31, 2025, compared to approximately HKD 0.3 million for the year ended March 31, 2024[62]. - As of March 31, 2025, the group's cash and bank balances were approximately HKD 11.9 million, a decrease of approximately HKD 2.3 million from HKD 14.2 million as of March 31, 2024[63]. - The debt-to-equity ratio as of March 31, 2025, was approximately 29.5%, compared to 23.4% in 2024[67]. - The company has maintained a prudent financial management approach, ensuring a stable liquidity position throughout the year[69]. - The company has not reported any significant events after the reporting period as of the report date[100]. - The company has not declared any final dividends for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025[104]. Revenue Breakdown - For the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025, the group's revenue contributions from its four business segments were approximately 63.5% from green building certification consulting, 17.5% from sustainable development and environmental consulting, 7.2% from acoustic, noise, and vibration control consulting, and 11.8% from ESG reporting and consulting services[40]. - Revenue from green building certification consulting decreased by 9.6% from approximately HKD 33.4 million to approximately HKD 30.2 million, primarily due to project delays caused by current market conditions[54]. - Revenue from sustainable development and environmental consulting dropped by 19.5% from approximately HKD 10.4 million to approximately HKD 8.3 million, mainly due to a decrease in average fees for new contracts[54]. - Revenue from environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting and consulting increased by approximately 44.7% from approximately HKD 3.9 million to approximately HKD 5.6 million, attributed to an increase in the number of new contracts awarded[55]. Sustainability Initiatives - The company has set a science-based target to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, with a commitment to achieve net-zero emissions by 2044[21]. - The company aims to integrate climate-related risks into its business strategy using the LEAP methodology, ensuring that natural factors are included in decision-making processes[17]. - The company is collaborating with the World Green Building Council to provide net-zero solutions in real estate development and management[21]. - The company is committed to aligning its sustainability reporting with the ISSB's climate-related disclosure standards, enhancing transparency in its climate-related risks and opportunities[22]. - The company has established a net-zero roadmap to transition towards a low-carbon economy, with specific short-term and long-term targets[21]. - The group aims to respond to the Hong Kong government's commitment to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 and is enhancing its sustainable development strategies in line with the latest climate disclosure regulations from the stock exchange[33]. - The group is committed to enhancing public awareness of environmental and climate issues through its sustainable development initiatives and low-carbon building construction[35]. Market Expansion and Partnerships - The company is actively expanding its overseas market presence, particularly in Southeast Asia and the Middle East, through strategic partnerships and diverse service offerings[23]. - The company signed a total of 9 non-binding cooperation agreements with businesses from the UAE, Malaysia, Vietnam, Indonesia, Singapore, and Hong Kong to promote business cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative[24]. - The group is actively deepening collaboration with countries along the Belt and Road Initiative, providing consulting, education, green financing, and green technology services to promote multilateral cooperation[35]. - The company has expanded its business into the Malaysian green building and ESG market, establishing an office in Kuala Lumpur in the second half of 2022[73]. Corporate Governance and Management - The board decided not to declare any final dividend for the year ended March 31, 2025 (2024: none)[65]. - The company has established a Responsible Investment Committee in February 2022 to integrate ESG factors into investment planning, ensuring responsible investment principles are embedded throughout decision-making processes[30]. - The company has adopted a dividend policy to enhance transparency, with the declaration of dividends subject to the board's discretion[111]. - The board of directors has no interests in any competing businesses as of the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025[109]. - The company has established service contracts with directors, ensuring compliance with the rotation and re-election provisions[192]. - The company has received independence confirmations from all independent non-executive directors as of March 31, 2025[153]. Employee and Training Initiatives - The group has prioritized employee training and development opportunities, including hosting green-themed events and seminars on ESG and sustainable development topics[31]. - The company held 8 training sessions totaling 54 hours, attracting nearly 120 professionals from various industries to enhance ESG reporting quality[48]. - The company has 616 ongoing projects with a total contract value of approximately HKD 257.0 million as of March 31, 2025[54]. - The group had a total of 80 employees as of March 31, 2025, down from 86 in 2024, with compensation policies aligned with current market practices[66]. Awards and Recognition - The company has been recognized with multiple awards for its leadership in climate action and resilience, including the 2023 Hong Kong Environmental Excellence Award[20]. - The group received multiple awards recognizing its leadership in climate action and sustainable development, including the Hong Kong Green Organization Certification and the TVB ESG Award 2024[32]. - The group achieved multiple international green and healthy building certifications, including the highest level of Platinum certification for the Hong Kong International Trade Tower, scoring 120 points, setting an industry benchmark[28]. Investment and Financial Strategy - The company has committed to investing approximately HKD 1,190,000 for a 5% stake in SMAC Computing Company Limited, with HKD 200,000 already paid as a deposit[82]. - The company has revised the allocation of IPO proceeds, with a total of HKD 33,396,000, of which HKD 23,626,000 remains unutilized[91]. - The company plans to allocate HKD 1,700,000 of the unutilized proceeds for general corporate purposes, which was originally intended for acquisitions or establishing subsidiaries in the Chinese market[97]. - The company has revised its investment strategy to diversify its investment portfolio, with HKD 1,030,000 remaining for future investments[99]. Risk Management - The company faces risks related to reliance on project bidding for revenue, which is non-recurring and uncertain[85]. - The company is enhancing its internal professional team to improve bidding capabilities, which may lead to increased operational costs without guaranteed proportional revenue[90]. - The company has a strong focus on risk management and internal control systems to ensure operational effectiveness[190].

Financial Performance - The group's revenue for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was approximately HKD 20,700,000, a decrease from HKD 25,204,000 in the same period last year, representing a decline of about 17.8%[4] - Gross profit for the same period was approximately HKD 7,600,000, down from HKD 10,989,000, indicating a decrease of approximately 30.5%[4] - The group reported a net loss of approximately HKD 5,900,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to a net profit of HKD 33,000 in the previous year, marking a significant shift in performance[4] - The total comprehensive loss for the period was HKD 5,816,000, compared to a loss of HKD 236,000 in the same period last year[8] - The company reported a basic and diluted loss per share of HKD 0.85 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to a profit of HKD 0.01 in the previous year[8] - For the six months ended September 30, 2024, the company reported a loss attributable to owners of approximately HKD 5,900,000, compared to a profit of HKD 48,000 in the same period of 2023, primarily due to a decline in revenue and gross margin[62] Dividends and Financial Management - The board has resolved not to declare an interim dividend for the six months ended September 30, 2024, consistent with the previous year[4] - The company has adopted a prudent financial management policy to maintain a stable financial position[193] - The group is monitoring its short to medium-term liquidity needs and will arrange refinancing of its bank borrowings when appropriate[66] Expenses and Costs - Administrative expenses increased to HKD 14,157,000 from HKD 11,067,000, reflecting a rise of approximately 27.5% due to higher employee costs and expenses related to overseas business expansion[6] - The company's financing costs increased to HKD 425,000 from HKD 247,000 year-over-year[34] - The company’s cash used in operating activities was HKD (3,940,000), compared to HKD (2,300,000) in the previous year[34] - The company’s depreciation of right-of-use assets was HKD 1,957,000, up from HKD 1,819,000 in the previous year[34] Cash and Liquidity - The company's cash and cash equivalents as of September 30, 2024, were HKD 9,850,000, a decrease from HKD 14,225,000 as of March 31, 2024[10] - Total assets less current liabilities amounted to HKD 64,820,000, down from HKD 71,919,000 as of March 31, 2024[10] - Cash and cash equivalents decreased by HKD 4,338,000, ending at HKD 9,850,000 as of September 30, 2024, compared to HKD 7,916,000 in the previous year[36] - The group maintained a robust liquidity position, continuously assessing customer credit and financial status to mitigate credit risk[193] Revenue Segmentation - Revenue from environmental, social, and governance consulting services increased by 8.2% to approximately HKD 2,300,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, up from HKD 2,100,000 for the same period in 2023[56] - Revenue from the green building certification consulting segment decreased by 19.6% from approximately HKD 16,100,000 to approximately HKD 13,000,000, attributed to a slowdown in ongoing project contract service work[66] - Revenue from the sustainable development and environmental consulting segment decreased by 18.7% from approximately HKD 4,900,000 to approximately HKD 4,000,000, primarily due to a slowdown in ongoing project contract service work[66] - Revenue from the acoustics, noise and vibration control, and audiovisual design consulting segment decreased by approximately 28.3% from approximately HKD 2,100,000 to approximately HKD 1,500,000, mainly due to a slowdown in ongoing project contract service work[66] Project and Contract Management - The group had 586 ongoing projects with a total contract value of approximately HKD 246,300,000 as of September 30, 2024[66] - The group has 307 active contracts with clients in the green building certification sector as of September 30, 2024, down from 320 contracts as of March 31, 2024[147] - The group is involved in 123 ongoing projects in sustainable development and environmental consulting as of September 30, 2024, slightly up from 122 projects as of March 31, 2024[150] Compliance and Standards - The company has begun evaluating the impact of newly issued and revised Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards, concluding that their adoption is unlikely to have a significant impact on the interim financial statements[50] - The company’s financial statements are prepared in accordance with Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards, with significant estimates and assumptions reviewed continuously[45] Environmental and Social Governance - The group’s environmental, social, and governance (ESG) consulting services are positioned to capitalize on new market opportunities in green finance[144] - The introduction of the Qualified Environmental Professionals Ordinance is expected to benefit the group's relevant business, as it enhances the professional recognition of environmental practitioners[65] - The group aims to double global renewable energy generation capacity by 2030, as outlined in the UAE Consensus[134] - The group is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, in line with international climate agreements[134] Shareholder Information - The weighted average number of ordinary shares for basic loss per share calculation was 697,185,201 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to 694,561,366 in the previous year[104] - The group repurchased a total of 4,320,000 shares at a total cost of HKD 497,000 during the six months ending September 30, 2024[174] - The group has not issued any new shares under the share incentive plan during the reporting period[117]

Financial Performance - The group's revenue for the six months ended September 30, 2024, was approximately HKD 20,700,000, a decrease from HKD 25,204,000 for the same period in 2023[7] - Gross profit for the same period was about HKD 7,600,000, down from HKD 10,989,000 year-on-year[7] - The group reported a net loss of approximately HKD 5,900,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to a net profit of HKD 33,000 for the same period in 2023[7] - The total comprehensive loss for the period was HKD 5,816,000, compared to a loss of HKD 236,000 in the same period last year[11] - The basic and diluted loss per share for the period was HKD 0.85, compared to a profit of HKD 0.01 per share in the previous year[11] - The adjusted loss before tax for the group was consistent with the segment performance metrics, excluding share of results of joint ventures and financing costs[61] - For the six months ended September 30, 2024, the company reported a loss attributable to shareholders of HKD 5,937,000 compared to a profit of HKD 48,000 for the same period in 2023[81] - Total revenue for the six months ending September 30, 2024, was HKD 20,713,000, a decrease of 17.8% from HKD 25,204,000 in the same period of 2023[124] - Gross profit decreased by approximately 30.6% to HKD 7,600,000 for the six months ending September 30, 2024, down from HKD 11,000,000 in the previous year[125] Expenses and Costs - Administrative expenses increased to HKD 14,157,000 from HKD 11,067,000, primarily due to higher employee costs to retain talent and expenses related to overseas business expansion[9] - Employee benefits expenses, including salaries and allowances, rose to HKD 17,478,000 from HKD 16,328,000, reflecting a year-on-year increase of approximately 7.1%[81] - Financing costs rose to HKD 425,000 from HKD 247,000, representing an increase of approximately 72.3%[73] - The company's operating cash flow before tax showed a significant loss of HKD 5,944,000, contrasting with a profit of HKD 143,000 in the previous year[36] Dividends and Shareholder Returns - The board decided not to declare an interim dividend for the six months ended September 30, 2024, consistent with the previous year[7] - The company did not declare an interim dividend for the six months ended September 30, 2024, consistent with the previous year[88] Assets and Liabilities - As of September 30, 2024, total assets decreased to HKD 64,820,000 from HKD 71,919,000 as of March 31, 2024, representing a decline of approximately 9.7%[13] - Current liabilities decreased significantly, with trade payables at HKD 2,290,000 compared to HKD 3,205,000 in the previous period, a reduction of about 28.5%[13] - Total equity decreased to HKD 64,422,000 from HKD 70,424,000, marking a decline of about 8.5%[13] - The company’s reserves decreased to HKD 50,381,000 from HKD 56,375,000, a decline of approximately 10.5%[13] - The company reported a net cash outflow from operating activities of HKD 3,940,000 for the six months ended September 30, 2024, compared to HKD 2,300,000 in the same period last year[36] Revenue Segmentation - The company’s revenue contributions from business segments for the six months ended September 30, 2024, were approximately 62.7% from green building certification, 19.3% from sustainable development and environmental consulting, 7.1% from acoustics, noise and vibration control, and 10.9% from ESG reporting and consulting[102] - The revenue from green building certification consulting decreased by 19.6% from approximately HKD 16,100,000 to approximately HKD 13,000,000, attributed to a slowdown in ongoing project contract services[118] - The revenue from sustainable development and environmental consulting decreased by 18.7% from approximately HKD 4,900,000 to approximately HKD 4,000,000, mainly due to a slowdown in ongoing project contract services[118] - The revenue from acoustics, noise and vibration control, and audiovisual design consulting decreased by approximately 28.3% from approximately HKD 2,100,000 to approximately HKD 1,500,000, primarily due to a slowdown in ongoing project contract services[118] - The revenue from environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting and consulting increased by 8.2% from approximately HKD 2,100,000 to approximately HKD 2,300,000, due to the acquisition of new projects[122] Strategic Focus and Market Position - The company is focused on expanding its consulting services in the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting sector[40] - The company is positioned to leverage new market opportunities in ESG consulting services and green finance, aligning with global trends in clean energy investment projected to reach USD 2 trillion by 2024[100] - The company’s focus on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) consulting services is expected to drive long-term stable and sustainable development[101] - The group aims to enhance its green technology innovation capabilities and expand into Asian and Middle Eastern markets while deepening cooperation in sustainable finance, climate risk management, green buildings, and ESG[115] Governance and Compliance - The company’s governance structure includes significant ownership concentration among its directors, which may influence decision-making processes[165] - The company is compliant with the Securities and Futures Ordinance regarding the disclosure of interests and shareholdings[166] - The audit committee consists of three independent non-executive directors and is responsible for reviewing financial reporting processes and providing independent opinions[189] - The company has adhered to all provisions of the corporate governance code during the reporting period[182] Shareholder Information - As of September 30, 2024, the company’s major shareholders include Gold Investments, which holds 360,850,800 shares, representing approximately 51.44% of the total equity[169] - The beneficial ownership of Gold Investments is divided between Ms. Guo (70%) and Mr. Hu (30%), both of whom are directors of Gold Investments[166] - Ms. Guo holds 384,370,800 shares in total, equating to a 54.79% ownership stake in the company[163] - Mr. Hu also holds 384,370,800 shares, reflecting the same 54.79% ownership due to shared interests[163] - Choy Wei Ling holds 54,965,800 shares, which accounts for 7.84% of the total equity[169] - City Beat Limited owns 42,776,200 shares, representing 6.10% of the total equity[169] Risk Management - The risk management committee operates under board-approved policies to identify, assess, and hedge financial risks[154]