Ownership Structure - The company holds a total of 1,859,639,090 shares, with significant ownership stakes including 33.40% by Hengsheng Holdings, 29.68% by Meilin Holdings, and 18.57% by Zhongrui Holdings[2] - The company has a significant concentration of ownership, with Liang Yongchang holding 55.71% and Sun Jiusheng also holding 55.71% of the shares[9] - The company holds 1,501,078,281 shares, representing 55.710% of the total issued share capital[14] - Another significant shareholder holds 358,560,809 shares, accounting for 13.307% of the total issued share capital[14] - The company has a significant number of shares held by controlled corporations and individuals, indicating concentrated ownership[17] - The total number of shares held by the public is believed to be above the minimum percentage specified by GEM listing rules[19] - The company has a public float that exceeds the minimum percentage required under GEM listing rules[19] Customer and Supplier Concentration - The largest supplier accounts for 25% of total procurement, while the top five suppliers together account for 59%[6] - The largest customer represents 30% of total sales, with the top five customers accounting for 63%[6] Financial Performance - The company reported a loss attributable to owners of approximately HKD 20 million, a decrease of 34.0% compared to the previous year's loss of about HKD 30.7 million[49] - Administrative expenses decreased by approximately HKD 12 million due to fewer company activities and a reduction in average employee salaries[49] - The company experienced a one-time compensation for defective goods of about HKD 3.9 million, leading to a decrease in other income of approximately HKD 5 million[49] - Revenue from the sale of subsidiaries increased by approximately HKD 8 million, with no such income reported in the same period last year[49] - The company faced increased competition affecting product pricing, resulting in a decrease in gross profit of about HKD 4 million[49] - Outsourcing expenses increased, leading to a rise in selling expenses of approximately HKD 5 million[49] - The group's revenue for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024, was approximately HKD 595.2 million, a slight decrease of about 1.3% compared to approximately HKD 603.1 million in the previous year[69] - The group's revenue from natural gas sales for the fiscal year was approximately HKD 558.2 million, which is comparable to last year's revenue of HKD 562 million[99] - Revenue from power and data cables decreased by approximately 10.3% to about HKD 37 million, down from HKD 41.2 million in the previous year, due to intensified competition and the increasing popularity of multifunctional cables[100] Strategic Initiatives - The company has no new product or technology developments reported in the current fiscal year[4] - There are no reported plans for market expansion or acquisitions in the upcoming fiscal year[4] - No new strategies have been disclosed for the upcoming fiscal year[4] - The group plans to continue seeking further development opportunities in the energy sector through investments or acquisitions of companies engaged in energy business[57] - The company aims to focus on clean energy development and leverage cutting-edge technology to enhance its core competitiveness in energy new materials, energy-saving, and digital technology[101] - The group is focused on clean energy transformation and improving energy efficiency in line with China's carbon peak and carbon neutrality goals by 2030 and 2060, respectively[55] - The company is actively advancing its clean energy trading business, focusing on matching supply and demand for natural gas, with a primary emphasis on pipeline and liquefied natural gas (LNG) trading[171] - A strategic cooperation agreement was signed with Vietnam CNG for LNG container trade, providing LNG and market development support from November 1, 2023, to March 31, 2027[172] Governance and Compliance - The company has not disclosed any related party transactions that require disclosure under GEM listing rules[7] - The company is committed to compliance with GEM listing rules regarding related party transactions, ensuring transparency and fairness[136] - The board of directors has reviewed compliance with corporate governance codes and the effectiveness of risk management and internal control systems during the fiscal year[184] - The board of directors includes experienced individuals with backgrounds in energy technology investment and international energy operations[138][140] Employee and Compensation - The management's compensation policy is based on employee performance, qualifications, and market data[22] - The total employee costs for the fiscal year included director remuneration and amounted to approximately HKD 24.9 million, an increase from approximately HKD 23.4 million in the previous year[77] - The group employed a total of 149 full-time employees as of March 31, 2024, compared to 139 in the previous year, with total employee costs amounting to approximately HKD 24.9 million[77] - The board of directors has reviewed the compensation for the fiscal year based on the company's performance and market comparisons[22] - The company has established a long-term incentive plan for certain directors, including stock options[22] - The company has adopted a share option scheme to attract and retain talent, with a maximum number of shares to be issued under the scheme not exceeding 10% of the total issued shares[120][121] Dividends and Reserves - The board does not recommend the payment of dividends for the current fiscal year[196] - The board will consider various factors, including operational and financial conditions, when deciding on future dividend payments[112] - The company has not established a predetermined dividend payout ratio, allowing the board to declare dividends at its discretion[175] - The company has no distributable reserves as of March 31, 2024, similar to the previous year[90] Debt and Financial Position - The group's debt-to-asset ratio was approximately 50.7% as of March 31, 2024, compared to 7.5% in the previous year[79] - As of March 31, 2024, the group's total debt is approximately HKD 66.6 million, an increase from approximately HKD 60 million in 2023[198] - The group's bank and cash balance as of March 31, 2024, is approximately HKD 17 million, down from approximately HKD 47.9 million in 2023[198] - As of March 31, 2024, the group has no significant contingent liabilities, consistent with 2023[199] Related Party Transactions - The company has established a framework for ongoing related party transactions, requiring independent shareholder approval due to the percentage exceeding 5%[133] - The independent non-executive directors confirmed that the terms of the natural gas purchase and sales cooperation framework agreement are fair and reasonable for independent shareholders[136] - The natural gas purchase and sales cooperation framework agreement was conditionally signed on October 19, 2023, and will be effective from December 21, 2023, for a period of three years[156] - No transactions have occurred under the natural gas purchase and sales cooperation framework agreement from December 21, 2023, to March 31, 2024, and the annual cap has not been exceeded[158] - The company has not entered into any arrangements that would allow directors or major shareholders to profit from acquiring shares or bonds of the company or any other entity during the fiscal year[150] - The company has not granted any stock options under the 2021 stock option plan during the fiscal year[146] Risk Management - The company has minimal foreign currency risk as most transactions are conducted in its functional currency, primarily facing risks from RMB and USD fluctuations[173] - The company is committed to monitoring foreign exchange risks and will consider hedging strategies if such risks arise[173] - The board of directors is responsible for evaluating new business and investment opportunities to promote revenue growth[182]
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