香港科技探索(01137) - 2019 - 年度财报

Financial Performance - Total merchandise transaction value for the year ended December 31, 2019, was HKD 2,779,070, an increase of 46.9% from HKD 1,891,256 in 2018[4] - The average daily order volume increased to 15,100, up 46.6% from 10,300 in the previous year[4] - The number of consolidated independent customers reached 823,000, representing a growth of 21.0% from 680,000 in 2018[4] - The total merchandise transaction value for the month ended December 31, 2019, was HKD 270,816, a 39.0% increase from HKD 194,850 in the same month of 2018[4] - Shareholders' loss for the year was HKD (289,913), compared to HKD (133,095) in the previous year[6] - The adjusted loss before interest, tax, depreciation, and amortization for the year was HKD (216,002), improved from HKD (271,447) in 2018[6] - The group’s revenue rose by 57.7% to HKD 1,414,000,000 in 2019, up from HKD 896,400,000 in 2018, including direct merchandise sales of HKD 1,101,000,000 (2018: HKD 685,900,000) and franchise sales and other service income of HKD 302,800,000 (2018: HKD 197,400,000)[54] - The total gross merchandise value of completed orders increased by 47.6% to HKD 2,707,800,000 in 2019, compared to HKD 1,834,100,000 in 2018[54] Operational Efficiency - The automated sorting system can process approximately 13,000 packages per hour with an accuracy rate of 99%[32] - The logistics centers can handle an average of 20,000 orders daily, significantly improving efficiency during the pandemic[11] - The company expanded its logistics capabilities by establishing a new logistics center in Tuen Mun, covering 110,000 square feet, and increasing the number of self-pickup points from 39 to 62[51] - The automated picking and warehousing system at the Tseung Kwan O headquarters became operational in March 2019, allowing the company to handle approximately 20,000 orders daily[51] - The company aims to achieve operational efficiency improvements through the expansion of its logistics fleet and partnerships with third-party logistics providers[59] Customer Engagement and Market Expansion - The company is focusing on converting new customers into repeat users to sustain growth[36] - The pandemic has shifted consumer behavior towards online shopping, which is expected to continue even post-pandemic[35] - HKTVmall has become the largest online shopping platform in Hong Kong, collaborating with over 3,200 retailers and suppliers, offering more than 320,000 products[11] - The company plans to expand the proportion of business transactions from direct product sales to merchant franchise sales to broaden the variety of products offered[81] - User engagement on the online shopping platform "HKTVmall" has seen a rise, with a reported increase of Z% in active users year-over-year[111] Environmental and Social Responsibility - The company is committed to enhancing corporate social responsibility and minimizing environmental impact through effective resource usage[83] - The total greenhouse gas emissions for the reporting year were 8,353,330 kg CO2 equivalent, an increase from 7,278,122 kg CO2 equivalent in the previous year, representing a 14.8% rise[98] - The company has implemented various environmental measures to reduce energy consumption and waste, aiming for continuous reduction in greenhouse gas emissions[95] - The company emphasizes the importance of personal data protection and has policies in place to ensure compliance with data protection principles[106] - The company actively collaborates with various charitable organizations to provide different types of products and items to those in need[108] Corporate Governance - The board consists of eight members, including five executive directors and three independent non-executive directors as of December 31, 2019[120] - The company has adopted the corporate governance code as per the listing rules and has complied with it throughout the fiscal year[116] - The audit committee, consisting of three independent non-executive directors, held four meetings during the year to oversee the company's financial reporting processes[128] - The company provides appropriate insurance for directors and key officers against legal liabilities[119] - The company’s board has conducted an annual review of the effectiveness of its risk management and internal control systems, finding no significant deficiencies[145] Future Outlook and Strategic Initiatives - The company has outlined its future outlook, projecting a revenue growth of A% for the next fiscal year, driven by new product launches and market expansion strategies[115] - Investment in new technologies is a priority, with a budget allocation of $B million for R&D in the upcoming year[115] - A new logistics system is being implemented to improve operational efficiency, expected to reduce costs by D%[110] - The company plans to expand its market presence in international regions, targeting a growth rate of E% in overseas sales[115] - The management team has emphasized the importance of customer satisfaction, aiming to improve service ratings by F% through enhanced customer support initiatives[115]