Financial Performance - The group recorded revenue from electric vehicle sales of approximately HKD 42.2 million for the year ending March 31, 2024, compared to HKD 36.3 million in 2023, representing a growth of 24.1%[7]. - Gross profit for the year was approximately HKD 9.6 million, with a gross margin of 22.7%, up from a gross loss of HKD 0.6 million and a gross margin of 11.5% in the previous year[7]. - The group reported a loss of approximately HKD 326.8 million for the year, an increase from a loss of HKD 81.4 million in 2023, primarily due to impairment losses and fair value changes[8]. - Basic and diluted loss per share for the year was HKD 0.34, compared to HKD 0.09 in the previous year[8]. - The company generated approximately HKD 42,200,000 in revenue from electric vehicle sales, an increase of 16.2% compared to HKD 36,300,000 in the previous year[60]. - The gross profit for the year was approximately HKD 9,600,000, with a gross profit margin rising to 22.7%, up from 11.5% in the previous year[61]. - The loss attributable to the company's owners for the fiscal year was HKD (319,300,000), compared to HKD (81,200,000) in the previous year, indicating a significant increase in losses[92]. - The current ratio decreased to 0.9 from 2.8, reflecting a decline in liquidity[92]. - The debt-to-equity ratio increased to 2.33% from 1.59%, indicating a rise in financial leverage[92]. - The total assets decreased to HKD 1,351,168,000 from HKD 1,709,870,000, a decline of approximately 21%[101]. - The total liabilities increased to HKD (134,869,000) from HKD (91,554,000), showing a rise in obligations[101]. Strategic Expansion and Market Development - The group has diversified its sales network to multiple overseas markets, indicating a strategic expansion approach[16]. - The group successfully secured a contract to supply the first electric mobile command vehicle to the Hong Kong Fire Services Department, showcasing its capability in specialized vehicle manufacturing[18]. - The group launched a fully electric 19-seat low-floor minibus model (APEX-MINI) aimed at the Hong Kong market, with a total market size exceeding 4,000 units[17]. - The group anticipates significant growth in its electric bus and vehicle business, driven by the global trend towards zero-emission transportation[12]. - The company plans to deliver no less than 500 units of the COMET electric buses to the Philippines, with over 60 units already operational as of the report date[21]. - The company is confident in the future demand for customized electric vehicle solutions in Latin America, Asia, and Europe[22]. - The company has received a significant number of overseas contracts and orders, although delivery progress remains slow due to external pressures[27]. - The company has developed a fully electric transport solution, the COMET, designed specifically for emerging markets, enhancing its green policy initiatives[21]. Asset Management and Valuation - The company believes that its calcium nitrate mine is a valuable asset and will continue to evaluate its resources and financial viability regularly[12]. - As of March 31, 2024, the total mineral resources of Guangxi Glauberite Mine are estimated at 1,346,000 thousand tons, with a sodium sulfate grade of 17.53% and a metal tonnage of 236,000 thousand tons[33]. - The price per ton of Glauberite used in the valuation decreased from RMB 825 in the fiscal year ending March 31, 2023, to RMB 752 in the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024, due to a decline in average prices reported by third parties in the industry[43]. - The fair value of mineral assets decreased from approximately HKD 1,380,000,000 to HKD 1,139,000,000, primarily due to impairment losses of approximately HKD 170,631,000[45]. - The company recognized an impairment loss of RMB 156,200,000 on mineral assets due to a decline in fair value, compared to RMB 96,400,000 in the previous year[65]. - The fair value of the calcium sulfate mine was estimated at RMB 1,051,200,000 as of March 31, 2024, lower than its carrying value of RMB 1,207,400,000[65]. - The company has engaged qualified independent valuers to assess the fair value of its mineral assets annually, using a multi-period excess earnings method[38]. Legal and Regulatory Matters - A lawsuit regarding land use rights has been initiated, with the court hearing scheduled for July 26, 2024[48]. - The company is currently involved in arbitration concerning a construction contract, with claims amounting to approximately RMB 2,500,000[52]. - The company has made provisions of approximately RMB 1,583,000 as of March 31, 2024, related to legal matters[53]. - The company is actively seeking legal advice regarding ongoing litigation and is monitoring its potential impact on the group[57]. Corporate Governance and Management - The company has a strong governance framework, detailed in the annual report from pages 47 to 64[172]. - The board consists of three executive directors and three independent non-executive directors, ensuring a balanced structure with diverse knowledge and experience relevant to the group's business[185]. - The company has adopted the corporate governance code as per the listing rules and has complied with its principles and provisions as of March 31, 2024[180]. - The board has confirmed the independence of all independent non-executive directors as per listing rules[171]. - The company encourages continuous professional development for directors to ensure they are well-informed and can contribute effectively to the board[191]. - The board of directors meets at least four times a year to discuss overall strategy and financial performance[196]. - The company has established three committees under the board to ensure proper oversight and high standards of corporate governance[199]. - The remuneration committee consists of two independent non-executive directors and one executive director, with the board retaining final approval on any remuneration proposals[200]. Shareholder Information and Stock Options - The company has granted participants rights to subscribe for a total of 92,410,000 shares, unchanged from 2023[72]. - The company sold its 49% stake in Japan Power for JPY 10,000 (equivalent to HKD 500) as part of its strategic decisions[81]. - The 2013 share option plan allows for the issuance of 89,010,000 shares, representing 9.59% of the company's issued shares[123]. - The company adopted a new stock option plan on August 29, 2023, which will be effective for 10 years from the adoption date[126]. - The total number of stock options available for grant under the 2023 stock option plan as of March 31, 2024, is 92,796,789 shares, which does not exceed 10% of the issued share capital[128]. - The maximum number of shares that can be granted to a single participant within any 12-month period under the 2023 stock option plan is limited to 1% of the issued shares[129]. - The company has a total of 235,000,000 stock options granted to 12 employees under the 2022 plan, with 23,500,000 options available for exercise[125]. - The company’s stock option plan aims to incentivize and reward eligible participants contributing to the group's success[128]. Financial Position and Liquidity - The company had unrestricted cash and bank balances of approximately HKD 13,900,000 as of March 31, 2024, up from HKD 1,400,000 in 2023[73]. - Other payables and accrued liabilities rose sharply by 126.88% to HKD 66,700,000 as of March 31, 2024, compared to HKD 29,400,000 in 2023[72]. - The company is closely monitoring government policies and subsidies related to electric vehicle development and sales, which may impact product pricing and receivables[95]. - The company reported a 5.3% depreciation of the RMB against the HKD during the fiscal year, which adversely affected financial performance when converted for reporting purposes[93]. - The company maintains a credit risk concentration of 51% with its largest customer, down from 55% in the previous year, indicating improved diversification[95]. - The company reported a total of HKD 87,109,000 in retained earnings available for distribution as of March 31, 2024, unchanged from the previous year[107].
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