Financial Performance - The financial performance of i-CABLE Communications improved in 2019 compared to 2018, driven by new revenue sources from collaborations with China Mobile[16] - The company's revenue for the year ended December 31, 2019, decreased by approximately HKD 2,000,000 or 0.2% to about HKD 1,161,000,000 compared to HKD 1,163,000,000 in 2018[113] - The company's operating loss for the year ended December 31, 2019, was approximately HKD 364,000,000, a reduction of about 26% compared to an operating loss of HKD 489,000,000 in 2018[113] - Revenue from the media segment decreased by approximately 11% to about HKD 752,000,000 due to a decline in subscriber income[116] - The telecommunications segment's revenue increased by approximately HKD 89 million to about HKD 409 million for the year ended December 31, 2019, compared to HKD 320 million in 2018[117] Subscriber Trends - The number of broadband service subscribers increased during the year, while the subscriber base for pay TV continued to shrink[16] - As of December 31, 2019, the number of cable TV subscribers decreased to 772,000 from 800,000 in 2018, indicating a decline of approximately 3.5%[17] - Broadband subscribers increased to 175,000 in December 2019, up from 155,000 in December 2018, representing a growth of about 12.9%[17] - Subscriber revenue declined due to intense competition from OTT platforms and digital media, leading to a continued shrinkage of the paid TV subscriber base[148] Strategic Initiatives - The company launched the "i-CABLE News OTT App" in September 2019, providing 24-hour high dynamic range (HDR) live news and integrated video services[10] - i-CABLE secured a long-term exclusive advertising and content supply contract with MTR Corporation for in-train television from 2019 to 2023[10] - The company entered into a network development agreement with China Mobile for telecommunications services and multimedia content, aiming to capture opportunities in smart city development[11] - The company aims to expand its business in the Greater Bay Area through partnerships and collaborations, including a news center with Guangdong Radio and Television[157] - The company plans to continue investing in network upgrades and seek partnerships with leading technology providers to enhance service quality and develop new revenue streams in the 5G era[155] Advertising and Marketing - Advertising revenue from pay TV and Hong Kong Open TV increased during the year due to effective marketing campaigns[16] - The advertising revenue remained stable despite economic instability, and the company secured a multi-year exclusive advertising contract with MTR Corporation, expanding coverage from five to additional railway lines starting in 2020[21] - The company is focused on providing tailored marketing solutions to build lasting relationships with customers[14] - The company has introduced new subscription packages to enhance customer loyalty, featuring innovative content and combinations[18] Operational Efficiency - i-CABLE aims to improve operational efficiency and overall effectiveness by offering flexible and innovative services and high-quality content[14] - The group focuses on enhancing service quality to effectively meet customer needs, driving business performance and revenue growth[33] - Key strategies include investing in quality programming, infrastructure, and delivery platforms to improve service levels and convenience for customers[33] - The group aims to leverage its infrastructure and programming resources for cross-platform and international distribution[33] Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) - The environmental, social, and governance (ESG) report outlines the group's efforts and achievements in corporate social responsibility during the reporting period from January 1, 2019, to December 31, 2019[36] - The group has established an ESG working group to oversee critical issues and update new policies to improve sustainability strategy management[37] - Key ESG issues identified include product responsibility, employee health and safety, and supply chain management[44] - The group is committed to complying with relevant regulations, including the Broadcasting Ordinance and the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance[48] Employee and Workplace Safety - The total number of employees decreased from 1,714 in 2018 to 1,433 in 2019, with a notable reduction in both male and female employees[92] - The employee turnover rate in 2019 was 0.470, compared to 0.452 in 2018, indicating a slight increase in employee retention challenges[92] - The company reported a workplace injury rate of 0.0126 in 2019, an increase from 0.0087 in 2018[57] - The company has not reported any significant incidents violating occupational safety and health regulations during the reporting period[56] Financial Position and Capital Management - The group completed a rights issue on June 4, 2019, raising net proceeds of approximately HKD 84.5 million[124] - The company issued long-term convertible securities with a principal amount of HKD 568 million on June 4, 2019, with a conversion price of HKD 0.125 per share[128] - The net asset liability ratio increased to approximately 68% as of December 31, 2019, compared to 41% in 2018[118] - The group has a centralized approach to managing funds and optimizing capital cost efficiency, ensuring a balanced debt and capital financing structure[141] Governance and Compliance - The board consists of 11 members, including 1 executive director, 6 non-executive directors, and 4 independent non-executive directors[166] - The company has established an Audit Committee to oversee the integrity of financial statements and compliance with accounting standards and regulations[191] - The company ensures that all directors are subject to re-election at least once every three years at the annual general meeting[186] - The company has implemented measures to ensure compliance with accounting standards and reporting formats[169]
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