Financial Performance - For the fiscal year ending March 31, 2020, the company reported revenue of approximately HKD 515,560,000, an increase of 18.6% from HKD 434,717,000 in the previous year[22] - The company's profit attributable to owners for the same period was approximately HKD 48,030,000, reflecting a growth of 17.0% compared to HKD 41,035,000 in the prior year[22] - The basic and diluted earnings per share increased to HKD 6.32, up 15.5% from HKD 5.47 in the previous year[22] - For the fiscal year ending March 31, 2020, the company's revenue was approximately HKD 515,600,000, an increase of 18.6% compared to HKD 434,700,000 in 2019[33] - The attributable profit for shareholders was approximately HKD 48,000,000, representing a 17.0% increase from HKD 41,000,000 in the previous year, primarily due to increased civil engineering revenue from ongoing projects[33] - The gross profit margin for the fiscal year was 15.0%, slightly down from 15.2% in 2019, attributed to rising costs of construction materials and subcontracting fees[37] - Other income and net gains for the fiscal year were approximately HKD 4,400,000, a 6.4% increase from HKD 4,200,000 in 2019, mainly due to increased insurance compensation for employee injuries[37] - As of March 31, 2020, cash and cash equivalents amounted to approximately HKD 172,200,000, up from HKD 101,200,000 in 2019, reflecting an increase of approximately HKD 71,000,000 primarily from net proceeds of share issuance[45] - The capital-to-debt ratio as of March 31, 2020, was approximately 0.5%, down from 1.1% in 2019, indicating a stable financial position[46] - Administrative and operating expenses for the fiscal year were approximately HKD 9,800,000, an increase of 16.2% from HKD 8,400,000 in 2019, mainly due to increased depreciation and costs associated with being a listed company[37] - The total employee cost for the year ended March 31, 2020, was approximately HKD 86,000,000, an increase from approximately HKD 76,700,000 in 2019[55] - The company proposed a final dividend of HKD 0.01 per ordinary share for the year ended March 31, 2020, with total dividends declared amounting to HKD 10,000,000[62] Project and Business Operations - The company has six ongoing projects, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on project progress was minimal, allowing for continued operations[27] - The company was awarded a site formation project (Project W57) with a contract value of approximately HKD 236,000,000, expected to last three years[28] - Future government infrastructure spending is anticipated to continue increasing, positively impacting the civil engineering sector[29] - The company aims to enhance its competitiveness post-listing to secure more successful bids for government projects and expand project revenue[29] - The company plans to focus on larger civil engineering projects while also exploring opportunities in the construction sector[29] - The company has secured its first site preparation project in the Lok Ma Chau Loop area, with the government reserving HKD 20 billion for the first phase of the Hong Kong-Shenzhen Innovation and Technology Park development[43] - The company plans to actively participate in government engineering tenders to achieve revenue growth, focusing on civil engineering as its core business while exploring additional opportunities in the construction sector[43] - The company has not experienced any significant delays or suspensions in ongoing projects due to the COVID-19 outbreak, and its operations and financial performance have not been materially affected[39] Corporate Governance - The board of directors consists of nine members, including three executive directors, one non-executive director, and five independent non-executive directors[137] - The company has adopted various measures to maintain high standards of corporate governance, in compliance with the corporate governance code as per the Hong Kong Stock Exchange[135] - The independent non-executive directors represent more than one-third of the board, with two possessing professional accounting qualifications[144] - The company has established a nomination committee to recommend suitable candidates for directorships, considering various factors such as educational background and professional experience[146] - The chairman and CEO roles are held by separate individuals, ensuring a clear distinction between the management of the board and the daily operations of the company[142] - The audit committee is responsible for reviewing the independence and objectivity of external auditors and monitoring the effectiveness of the audit process[157] - The company has not established an internal audit function but has engaged an independent consultant to review its risk management and internal control systems[168] - The company emphasizes effective communication with shareholders to strengthen investor relations and provide insights into business performance and strategies[178] Shareholder Information - As of March 31, 2020, the company had a significant shareholder structure, with Mr. Lai Wei holding 600,000,000 shares, representing 60.0% of the total issued shares[99] - Mr. Lai Yinghua and Mr. Lai Yingqiang each held 75,000,000 shares, accounting for 7.5% of the total issued shares[99] - The major shareholders include Shihui, Aocheng, and Hejin, each holding 600,000,000 shares (60.0%), 75,000,000 shares (7.5%), and 75,000,000 shares (7.5%) respectively[103] - The company has not disclosed any tax exemptions available to shareholders due to their shareholdings[80] - The company has not entered into any significant contracts with its controlling shareholders or their subsidiaries as of March 31, 2020[95] Sustainability and Social Responsibility - The company has established a sustainability committee to address significant environmental, social, and governance issues impacting its operations[72] - The company is committed to providing a fair, safe, and healthy work environment for its employees, supporting their personal growth and career development[73] - The management emphasized a commitment to sustainability, with initiatives expected to reduce operational costs by H% over the next three years[183] Board Composition and Experience - 梁以德教授 appointed as independent non-executive director on January 29, 2020, with over 40 years of experience in civil engineering education[191] - 张森泉先生 has over 12 years of professional experience in accounting and auditing, previously worked at Deloitte, KPMG, and Ernst & Young[195] - 何大東先生 has over 40 years of experience in banking, corporate finance, and credit risk management[200] - 梁教授 served as a member of various committees including audit, nomination, and sustainability committees[191] - 张先生 is currently the independent non-executive director of multiple listed companies including Beijing Dixintong Commerce Co., Ltd. and Wugu Mofang Food International Holdings Limited[195] - 何先生 has held senior positions in several banks, including Standard Chartered Bank and Dah Sing Bank, focusing on credit management and client relationship[200] - 梁教授 has been an honorary professor at City University of Hong Kong since June 2016[191] - 张先生 has been the CEO of Zhongrui Capital (Hong Kong) Limited since May 2018[196] - 何先生 was a founding director of the Greater China Financial Professionals Association in February 2015[200] - 梁教授 has held various academic and professional memberships, including the Royal Aeronautical Society and the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers[192]
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