本公司及董事会全体成员保证公告内容的真实、准确和完整，没有虚假记载、误导 性陈述或者重大遗漏。 一、董事会会议召开情况 1.会议预通知于2023年9月1日以电话和网络传输方式发出。 2.会议于2023年9月11日16：00时在公司总部会议室现场召开。 3.会议应到董事9名，实到董事9名。 4.会议由董事长陈卫国主持。 5.会议的召开符合《公司法》《股票上市规则》及《公司章程》的规定。 证券代码：000692 证券简称：*ST 惠天 公告编号：2023-46 沈阳惠天热电股份有限公司 第十届董事会第一次会议决议公告 二、董事会会议审议情况 1.审议通过了《关于选举公司第十届董事会董事长的议案》（9 票同意，0 票反对， 0 票弃权）。 根据董事会成员提议，选举陈卫国为公司第十届董事会董事长。 2.审议通过了《关于选举董事会各专门委员会委员及主任委员的议案》（9 票同意， 0 票反对，0 票弃权）。 根据《上市公司治理准则》《上市公司独立董事管理办法》及惠天热电的《公司章 程》《董事会专门委员会实施细则》等规定，经公司董事长提名，选举各专门委员会委 员及主任委员如下： （1）战略决策委员会（5 人） 主任委员：陈 ...

证券代码：000692 证券简称：*ST 惠天 公告编号：2023-47 沈阳惠天热电股份有限公司 第十届监事会第一次会议决议公告 本公司及监事会全体成员保证信息披露内容的真实、准确和完整，没有虚假记载、 误导性陈述或重大遗漏。 一、监事会会议召开情况 根据监事会成员提议，选举于杨为公司第十届监事会主席，任期自本次监事会表决 通过之日起至第十届监事会任期届满之日止,任期届满可连选连任。监事会主席简介如 下： 于杨：女，满族，1986 年出生，中共党员，硕士研究生学历，注册会计师。曾任: 毕马威会计师事务所审计员；龙源沈阳风力发电有限公司财务部会计、副主任。现任： 华润电力投资有限公司东北分公司财务部副部长；本公司监事会主席。 截至目前，其本人未持有本公司股份；与公司董事、监事、高级管理人员及控股股 东、实际控制人（注：公司无实际控制人）之间无关联关系；不存在被中国证监会确定 为市场禁入者的情况；不存在被深圳证券交易所公开认定不适合担任上市公司监事的情 况；最近 36 个月未曾受到中国证监会及其他有关部门的处罚，未曾受到深圳证券交易 所任何形式的惩戒；不存在因涉嫌犯罪被司法机关立案侦查或者涉嫌违法违规被中国证 ...

我们同意聘任马景丽为公司财务总监，同意将此议案提交公司 董事会审议。 1 沈阳惠天热电股份有限公司董事会审计委员会 关于对聘任公司财务总监的审查意见 根据《公司法》《上市公司独立董事管理办法》《深圳证券交易 所上市公司自律监管指引第 1 号—主板上市公司规范运作》等法律 法规以及《公司章程》有关规定，我们作为公司董事会审计委员会 成员，现就董事会拟聘任马景丽为公司财务总监事项发表如下审核 意见： 我们认为财务总监候选人提名程序符合相关规定。经审阅候选 人履历等相关资料，我们认为其具备担任财务总监相关专业知识、 经验和能力，其任职资格符合《公司法》及中国证监会、证券交易 所的相关规定。 审计委员会委员（签字）： 梁杰 、李卓 、陈志 2023 年 9 月 11 日 （本页无正文，专属《惠天热电董事会审计委员会关于对聘任公 司财务总监的审查意见》的签署页） 2 ...

证券代码：000692 证券简称：惠天热电 公告编号：2023-44 沈阳惠天热电股份有限公司 关于全资子公司重大诉讼事项的进展公告 本公司及董事会全体成员保证公告内容的真实、准确和完整，没有虚假记载、误导 性陈述或者重大遗漏。 特别提示： 1.案件所处的诉讼阶段：一审判决。 2.公司所处的当事人地位：本公司的全资子公司沈阳佳汇物资商贸有限公司（以下 简称"佳汇商贸"）为被告。 3.涉案的金额：176,852,569.60 元及相应利息。 4.对上市公司损益产生的影响：诉讼事项对公司本期利润或期后利润不构成重大影 响。 一、诉讼事项受理情况 1.2022 年 8 月 15 日，包钢矿业有限责任公司（以下简称"包钢矿业"或"原告"） 就与佳汇商贸买卖合同纠纷事项向包头稀土高新技术产业开发区人民法院（以下简称 "开发区法院"）提起诉讼，开发区法院受理了此案。 二、本案相关基本情况 1.诉讼各方当事人 原告：包钢矿业有限责任公司 被告：沈阳佳汇物资商贸有限公司 2.案件基本情况 内容详见公司于 2023 年 1 月 31 日在《中国证券报》《证券时报》《上海证券报》 和巨潮资讯网上刊登的《关于新增及累计诉讼情况的公 ...

Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for the first half of 2023 was ¥1,089,616,735.86, a decrease of 8.00% compared to ¥1,184,426,145.93 in the same period last year[19]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders of the listed company improved to -¥421,030,805.91, a 50.78% increase compared to -¥855,363,178.56 in the previous year[19]. - The net cash flow from operating activities was -¥311,615,595.43, representing a decline of 225.27% from -¥95,800,982.13 in the same period last year[19]. - The basic earnings per share improved to -¥0.7902, a 50.78% increase from -¥1.6053 in the same period last year[19]. - The weighted average return on net assets was -20.27%, an improvement of 216.99% compared to -237.26% in the previous year[19]. - The net loss for the first half of 2023 was CNY 431,310,459.04, compared to a net loss of CNY 862,926,482.05 in the first half of 2022, indicating an improvement of approximately 50%[139]. - The total comprehensive income for the period decreased by 42.1 million, amounting to 1,030.8 million[150]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders was reported at 532.8 million, reflecting a decrease of 42.1 million compared to the previous period[150]. Assets and Liabilities - Total assets at the end of the reporting period were ¥4,776,180,460.76, down 12.94% from ¥5,486,080,087.19 at the end of the previous year[19]. - The net assets attributable to shareholders of the listed company decreased to -¥2,285,223,033.75, a decline of 22.30% compared to -¥1,868,483,855.63 at the end of the previous year[19]. - Total liabilities decreased from CNY 7,317,543,983.95 to CNY 7,034,663,188.77, reflecting a reduction of approximately 3.9%[131]. - The company's total liabilities were reported at 2,258.48 million yuan, indicating a decrease of 2.7% year-on-year[152]. - The company's cash and cash equivalents decreased from 774,308,786.42 RMB at the beginning of the year to 536,056,554.06 RMB by June 30, 2023, a decline of approximately 30.7%[129]. Operational Efficiency - The operating cost decreased by 27.80% to approximately ¥1.36 billion, down from ¥1.89 billion, primarily due to reduced coal costs[31]. - The company has reduced sales expenses by 62.11% to approximately ¥3.01 million due to a decrease in sales personnel[31]. - The company has implemented a coal procurement strategy that shifted from market price purchases to planned or long-term contracts, effectively controlling procurement costs[26]. - The company has focused on cultural integration and employee productivity, achieving a "reduction in workforce while increasing efficiency" goal[25]. - The company plans to conduct major renovations on the boilers of 10 heating plants in four districts to improve operational efficiency, with a transaction amount of approximately 13.2 million yuan[95]. Environmental Compliance - Environmental compliance costs are increasing due to stricter regulations, necessitating significant investments in new heating sources and pollution control facilities[52]. - The company has completed most environmental impact assessments and is in compliance with relevant environmental regulations[62]. - The company implemented upgrades to environmental protection facilities and effectively operated pollution prevention measures, resulting in reduced pollutant emissions[64]. - The company has established emergency response plans for environmental incidents to enhance its ability to respond quickly to environmental risks[65]. - The company has taken measures to minimize carbon emissions by upgrading environmental equipment and conducting real-time monitoring[70]. Strategic Initiatives - The company plans to focus on expanding its market presence and enhancing product development in the upcoming quarters[150]. - The company is exploring potential mergers and acquisitions to strengthen its market position and drive growth[150]. - Future guidance indicates a cautious outlook, with expectations of gradual recovery in revenue and profitability[150]. - The company is investing in new technology development, with a budget allocation of 1.08 billion for R&D in the next fiscal year[153]. - The company has outlined a strategy for potential mergers and acquisitions to bolster its market position[152]. Shareholder Engagement - The annual shareholders' meeting had a participation rate of 34.14%, reflecting moderate investor engagement[56]. - The company did not distribute cash dividends or issue new shares from capital reserves during the reporting period[58]. - The company has not experienced any non-operating fund occupation by controlling shareholders or related parties during the reporting period[79]. Legal and Regulatory Matters - There are no significant litigation or arbitration matters affecting the company during the reporting period[84]. - The company reported a total of 917.13 million yuan involved in non-significant concluded lawsuits, with 11 cases withdrawn and 3 dismissed, resulting in the company bearing responsibility in 12 cases[85]. - The company has 1,855.59 million yuan in non-significant concluded cases awaiting execution, with 63 cases resulting in the company bearing responsibility, totaling 1,066.02 million yuan to be paid[86]. Financial Management - The company has not utilized any fundraising during the reporting period, reflecting a conservative financial strategy[48]. - The company raised 390,000,000.00 CNY through financing activities, an increase from 289,500,000.00 CNY in the same period last year[144]. - The net cash flow from financing activities was 80,905,429.44 CNY, a recovery from -50,955,067.96 CNY in the previous year[144]. - The company has a total external guarantee amount of 32 million yuan, with no actual occurrence during the reporting period[101]. Accounting and Reporting - The financial statements for June 2023 were approved by the board of directors on August 23, 2023[169]. - The company's financial report for the first half of 2023 has not been audited[127]. - The financial statements of Shenyang Huitian Thermal Power Co., Ltd. comply with the requirements of the Accounting Standards for Business Enterprises, accurately reflecting the financial status as of June 30, 2023, and the operating results and cash flows for the first half of 2023[176].

Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for Q1 2023 was ¥1,084,049,035.77, a decrease of 6.64% compared to ¥1,161,090,531.55 in the same period last year[2] - The net profit attributable to shareholders was -¥257,217,821.78, an improvement of 63.06% from -¥696,344,392.56 year-on-year[2] - The net cash flow from operating activities was -¥277,077,003.49, a decline of 61.61% compared to -¥171,445,190.89 in the previous year[2] - The total assets at the end of the reporting period were ¥5,028,798,638.24, down 8.34% from ¥5,486,080,087.19 at the end of the previous year[2] - The weighted average return on equity improved to -12.89%, a 35.90% increase from -48.79% in the same period last year[2] - The basic and diluted earnings per share improved to -¥0.4827, a 63.07% increase from -¥1.3069 year-on-year[2] - Net loss for Q1 2023 was CNY 272,674,312.86, compared to a net loss of CNY 700,621,023.20 in Q1 2022, representing a 61.1% improvement[14] - The company's equity attributable to shareholders of the parent company was CNY -2,121,364,632.25, worsening from CNY -1,868,483,855.63 year-on-year[12] Assets and Liabilities - The company's total assets decreased to CNY 5,028,798,638.24 from CNY 5,486,080,087.19, a decline of 8.32%[12] - Total liabilities decreased to CNY 7,128,599,802.70 from CNY 7,317,543,983.95, a reduction of 2.58%[12] - The company's equity attributable to shareholders decreased by 13.53% to -¥2,121,364,632.25 due to losses reducing retained earnings[5] Cash Flow - The company’s cash flow from operating activities remains a critical focus for future recovery strategies[14] - Operating cash inflow for the current period was CNY 164,295,964.26, down from CNY 180,387,940.91 in the previous period, representing a decrease of approximately 8.1%[16] - Total operating cash outflow increased to CNY 441,372,967.75 from CNY 351,833,131.80, marking an increase of about 25.5%[16] - Net cash flow from operating activities was negative CNY 277,077,003.49, worsening from negative CNY 171,445,190.89 in the prior period[16] - Cash flow from investing activities was negative CNY 12,944,185.27, an improvement from negative CNY 28,082,864.24 year-over-year[16] - Cash inflow from financing activities increased significantly to CNY 360,000,000.00 from CNY 131,500,000.00, a rise of approximately 173.3%[16] - Net cash flow from financing activities improved to CNY 140,455,404.93 from CNY 35,213,323.35, indicating a substantial increase[16] - The ending cash and cash equivalents balance was CNY 598,252,211.00, up from CNY 90,611,985.19 in the previous period[16] Operational Costs and Expenses - Total operating costs for Q1 2023 were CNY 1,359,984,694.34, down 26.88% from CNY 1,860,024,378.78 year-on-year[13] - The company reported a significant reduction in financial expenses, totaling CNY 60,051,189.23, compared to CNY 41,545,843.63 in the previous year[13] - The company reported a significant increase in cash paid for purchasing goods and services, totaling CNY 342,381,129.86 compared to CNY 236,105,827.84, an increase of about 45%[16] - Cash paid to employees decreased to CNY 81,788,585.53 from CNY 88,217,248.05, a decline of approximately 7.3%[16] Shareholder Information - The number of ordinary shareholders at the end of the reporting period was 36,121, with the largest shareholder holding 29.99% of the shares[7] Future Strategies - The company is exploring new strategies for market expansion and product development to enhance future performance[14] Other Information - The report for the first quarter was not audited[17]

沈阳惠天热电股份有限公司 2023 年第一季度报告 证券代码：000692 证券简称：惠天热电 公告编号：2023-22 沈阳惠天热电股份有限公司 2023 年第一季度报告 本公司及董事会全体成员保证公告内容的真实、准确和完整，没有虚假记载、误导性 陈述或者重大遗漏。 重要内容提示： 1.董事会、监事会及董事、监事、高级管理人员保证季度报告的真实、准确、完整，不存在虚假记载、误导性陈述或重 大遗漏，并承担个别和连带的法律责任。 2.公司负责人、主管会计工作负责人及会计机构负责人(会计主管人员)声明：保证季度报告中财务信息的真实、准确、 完整。 3.第一季度报告是否经审计 □是 否 一、主要财务数据 （一） 主要会计数据和财务指标 公司是否需追溯调整或重述以前年度会计数据 （二） 非经常性损益项目和金额 适用 □不适用 | | | 单位：元 | | --- | --- | --- | | 项目 | 本报告期金额 | 说明 | | 非流动资产处置损益（包括已计提资产减值准备的冲销部分） | -98,587.43 | | | 计入当期损益的政府补助（与公司正常经营业务密切相关，符合国家政策规定、按 照一定标准定额或 ...

Financial Performance - The total revenue for 2022 was approximately ¥1.996 billion, representing a slight increase of 0.45% compared to ¥1.987 billion in 2021[21]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders was a loss of approximately ¥1.939 billion, a significant decline of 777.36% from a loss of ¥220.96 million in 2021[21]. - The basic earnings per share were reported at -¥3.6382, reflecting a decrease of 777.31% from -¥0.4147 in 2021[21]. - The company reported a total profit of -CNY 184,851,780.00 and a net profit attributable to shareholders of -CNY 193,857,610.00 for 2022, indicating significant financial losses due to high coal prices and increased operational costs[37]. - The total operating cost for 2022 was CNY 3,029,839,226.95, representing a year-on-year increase of 34.93% compared to CNY 2,245,518,967.58 in 2021[48]. - The total coal cost incurred by the company in 2022 was CNY 1,611,121,138.38, which has a major impact on the company's profitability[200]. Cash Flow and Assets - The net cash flow from operating activities improved by 24.60%, amounting to a loss of approximately ¥235.24 million compared to a loss of ¥311.99 million in the previous year[21]. - The company reported a net cash outflow from operating activities of CNY -235,243,270.58, an improvement of 24.60% compared to CNY -311,988,735.06 in 2021[53]. - The cash and cash equivalents increased by 309.23% to CNY 492,891,277.86 from CNY 120,442,966.84 in the previous year[54]. - Total assets at the end of 2022 were approximately ¥5.486 billion, down 6.14% from ¥5.845 billion at the end of 2021[21]. - The company’s total assets at the end of 2022 were CNY 548,608,010.00, with total liabilities of CNY 731,754,400.00, leading to a negative net asset position of -CNY 186,848,390.00[37]. Operational Efficiency and Workforce - The company reduced its workforce by approximately 1,200 employees, achieving a 54% reduction in management levels to enhance operational efficiency[39]. - The company’s management expenses surged by 438.22% to CNY 566,189,786.02, primarily due to employee settlement costs from organizational restructuring[51]. - The company is focusing on enhancing operational efficiency and market positioning in the heating industry[87]. - The company aims to enhance operational efficiency and achieve sustainable development through strategic reforms and management upgrades[72]. Market Position and Strategy - The company serves a total of 96.81 million users, with a heating area of 84.31 million square meters, making it the largest state-owned heating company in Shenyang[33]. - The company aims to optimize its heating energy structure and increase the proportion of clean energy heating, aligning with the city's goal of achieving 100% clean heating by 2024[31]. - The company has a competitive edge due to its extensive user resources and a well-established heating network across major urban areas in Shenyang[34]. - The company is actively involved in the integration of heating enterprises in Shenyang, aiming to enhance the resilience of the heating market[71]. Environmental and Regulatory Compliance - The company has implemented environmental impact assessments and completed relevant environmental protection procedures for most projects[126]. - The company aims to reduce carbon emissions by enhancing coal utilization efficiency and optimizing the smart heating network system[131]. - The company has adhered to environmental protection policies and standards, ensuring compliance with regulations[125]. - The company’s emissions of nitrogen oxides were recorded at 146 mg/m³, which is below the regulatory limit of 200 mg/m³[128]. Governance and Shareholder Relations - The company maintains a governance structure that complies with relevant laws and regulations, ensuring equal rights for all shareholders[81]. - The board of directors operates independently and adheres to legal requirements, ensuring sound decision-making and protection of shareholder interests[81]. - The company has established independent operations in terms of personnel, assets, finance, and business, ensuring no interference from the controlling shareholder[86]. - The company has implemented strict information disclosure policies, ensuring timely and accurate communication with investors[83]. Challenges and Risks - The company has acknowledged the existence of uncertainties regarding its ability to continue as a going concern[21]. - Risks include fluctuations in raw material prices, particularly coal, which significantly impact profitability; the company is implementing long-term procurement strategies to mitigate this risk[74]. - The company is actively enhancing its peak heating source capacity to mitigate risks associated with its reliance on external suppliers[75]. Future Outlook - Future guidance indicates a focus on sustainable growth and profitability in the upcoming fiscal year[90]. - The company is committed to integrating new technologies and processes to improve energy efficiency and reduce costs[72]. - The company is actively exploring potential mergers and acquisitions to strengthen its market position[93].

沈阳惠天热电股份有限公司 2022 年第三季度报告 沈阳惠天热电股份有限公司 2022 年第三季度报告 【董事会批准日】2022 年 10 月 27 日 沈阳惠天热电股份有限公司 2022 年第三季度报告 证券代码：000692 证券简称：惠天热电 公告编号：2022-51 沈阳惠天热电股份有限公司 2022 年第三季度报告 本公司及董事会全体成员保证公告内容的真实、准确和完整，没有虚假记载、 误导性陈述或者重大遗漏。 重要内容提示： 1.董事会、监事会及董事、监事、高级管理人员保证季度报告的真实、准确、完 整，不存在虚假记载、误导性陈述或重大遗漏，并承担个别和连带的法律责任。 2.公司负责人、主管会计工作负责人及会计机构负责人(会计主管人员)声明：保 证季度报告中财务信息的真实、准确、完整。 1 3.第三季度报告是否经过审计 □是 ☑否 2 沈阳惠天热电股份有限公司 2022 年第三季度报告 一、主要财务数据 （一） 主要会计数据和财务指标 公司是否需追溯调整或重述以前年度会计数据 □是 ☑否 | | 本报告期 | 本报告期比上年同 | 年初至报告期末 | 年初至报告期末比 | | --- | --- | ...

Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for the first half of 2022 was approximately ¥1.18 billion, representing a 13.19% increase compared to ¥1.05 billion in the same period last year[21]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders of the listed company was approximately -¥855.36 million, a significant decrease of 2,962.31% compared to -¥27.93 million in the previous year[21]. - The net cash flow from operating activities improved by 78.25%, amounting to approximately -¥95.80 million, compared to -¥440.47 million in the same period last year[21]. - The basic and diluted earnings per share were both -¥1.6053, a decline of 2,963.55% from -¥0.0524 in the same period last year[21]. - The company's operating revenue for the reporting period was CNY 1,184,426,145.93, representing a 13.19% increase compared to CNY 1,046,380,478.06 in the same period last year[33]. - Operating costs surged to CNY 1,889,157,818.21, an increase of 85.63% from CNY 1,017,724,764.40, primarily due to rising coal prices[33]. - The company's operating profit for the first half of 2022 was a loss of CNY 864,117,212.39, compared to a profit of CNY 2,350,735.49 in the first half of 2021[133]. - Net profit for the first half of 2022 was a loss of CNY 862,926,482.05, compared to a loss of CNY 27,870,189.49 in the same period of 2021[133]. Assets and Liabilities - Total assets decreased by 20.43% to approximately ¥4.65 billion from ¥5.84 billion at the end of the previous year[21]. - The net assets attributable to shareholders of the listed company were approximately -¥785.99 million, a decrease of 1,310.21% compared to ¥64.95 million at the end of the previous year[21]. - Cash and cash equivalents decreased by 2.35% to CNY 110.53 million, down from CNY 276.48 million[39]. - Accounts receivable increased by 3.91% to CNY 514.33 million, compared to CNY 418.11 million[39]. - Inventory decreased significantly by 14.83% to CNY 161.34 million, down from CNY 1.07 billion[39]. - Total liabilities as of June 30, 2022, were CNY 5,387,901,728.66, down from CNY 5,723,518,153.17, reflecting a decrease of approximately 5.9%[126]. - The company's total equity attributable to the parent company was CNY -785,989,043.01, a significant decline from CNY 64,946,695.67 at the beginning of the year[126]. Operational Efficiency and Management - The company continues to focus on improving operational efficiency and managing financial risks amid challenging market conditions[4]. - The company has strengthened its receivables collection efforts, recovering all outstanding heating-related subsidies and other receivables with government support[30]. - The company has initiated early collection of heating fees and enhanced customer service management to address user concerns and improve service quality[30]. - The company is actively pursuing internal personnel and institutional reforms to enhance operational efficiency and service delivery[30]. Environmental Compliance and Risks - The company has acknowledged potential risks in its operations, as detailed in the management discussion and analysis section[4]. - The company faces significant risks from raw material price fluctuations, particularly coal prices, which have remained high since the second half of 2021, impacting profitability[53]. - Environmental compliance costs are increasing due to stricter regulations, necessitating significant investments in new heating sources and pollution control facilities[53]. - The company has implemented upgrades to pollution control facilities, achieving emissions that meet regulatory standards[62]. - The company has established emergency response plans to mitigate heating supply risks associated with its reliance on Shenyang Huaren Thermal Power Co.[54]. Legal Matters and Penalties - The company has not engaged in any significant litigation or arbitration matters during the reporting period[82]. - The company has outstanding debts amounting to 25.2468 million yuan related to a debt transfer agreement, which has led to potential financial and management cost increases[83]. - The company faced administrative penalties totaling CNY 45,000 due to environmental compliance issues, including a fine of CNY 35,000 for non-compliant operation of air pollution control facilities[67]. - The company received an administrative penalty of 50,000 yuan for improper cash collection practices at its service hall[84]. Shareholder and Equity Information - The largest shareholder, Shenyang Heating Group Co., Ltd., held 35.10% of the shares, totaling 187,050,118 shares, with 93,000,000 shares pledged[111]. - The company did not experience any changes in the controlling shareholder or actual controller during the reporting period[114]. - The report indicates that there were no significant changes in the holdings of directors, supervisors, and senior management during the reporting period[113]. - The company did not conduct any repurchase transactions among the top 10 shareholders during the reporting period[112]. Future Plans and Investments - The company plans to enhance coal procurement management through a dedicated materials company to improve supply quality and reduce costs[53]. - The company is exploring new materials and technologies to replace traditional high-energy-consuming coal boilers[53]. - The company is actively investing in smart heating network systems to enhance efficiency and reduce carbon emissions[68]. Financial Reporting and Standards - The financial report for the first half of 2022 was approved by the board on August 25, 2022[156]. - The company adheres to the enterprise accounting standards, ensuring that its financial statements accurately reflect its financial position and results[161]. - The company prepares consolidated financial statements based on control, including all subsidiaries, and adjusts for any inconsistencies in accounting policies[173].