5G Technology and Market Development - As of December 2024, China has built over 4.25 million 5G base stations, with 1 billion 5G mobile users, achieving 2.3 times the global average[21] - 5G technology has directly contributed approximately CNY 5.6 trillion to the economy and indirectly driven a total output of about CNY 14 trillion since its commercial launch[21] - The first generation of 5G-Advanced (5G-A) technology standards was officially frozen in June 2024, marking a new development phase for mobile communication technology[23] - The company is actively investing in R&D for 5G-related products, particularly in the millimeter-wave technology sector, to meet market demands for high-performance communication technology[21] - The company is actively positioning itself in the 5G small base station transmission solutions market to meet the growing demand for high-density, high-quality network coverage[55] - The company maintains deep cooperation with major telecom operators and is actively participating in bidding projects to capture market opportunities brought by 5G[30] - The company plans to continue investing in 5G millimeter-wave research and development to meet diverse market demands and enhance competitiveness[76] - The company is closely monitoring the development of 5G-A technology and plans to align with market demands as it evolves[73] Financial Performance - The total revenue for 2024 was RMB 2,509,152 thousand, slightly up from RMB 2,505,763 thousand in 2023[46] - The company reported a net loss of RMB 7,914 thousand for 2024, improving from a net loss of RMB 22,547 thousand in 2023, resulting in a net loss margin of (0.3%) compared to (0.9%) the previous year[46] - The gross profit for 2024 was RMB 293,609 thousand, with a gross margin of 11.7%, down from a gross profit of RMB 316,521 thousand and a margin of 12.6% in 2023[46] - The operating cash flow for 2024 was RMB 469,988 thousand, down from RMB 668,322 thousand in 2023, while capital expenditure increased to RMB 8,337 thousand from RMB 1,445 thousand[46] - The company's overall gross profit decreased by approximately 7.2% from RMB 316.5 million in 2023 to RMB 293.6 million in 2024, with a gross profit margin of 11.7%, down by about 0.9 percentage points year-on-year[57] - The trade receivables impairment loss under the expected credit loss model decreased by approximately RMB 39.9 million or 24.1% to RMB 125.6 million in 2024, compared to RMB 165.6 million in 2023[59] - The sales revenue of the feeder cable series, which accounts for about 44.4% of total revenue, decreased by approximately 7.1% to about RMB 1,115 million in 2024[61] - The revenue from the flame-retardant soft cable series increased by approximately 8.0% year-on-year to about RMB 1,047,800,000, accounting for approximately 41.8% of total revenue[62] - The revenue from the optical cable series and related products rose by about 5.2% year-on-year to approximately RMB 212,300,000, representing about 8.5% of total revenue[63] - Revenue from China Mobile, China Unicom, and China Telecom accounted for approximately 53.2%, 24.0%, and 13.3% of total revenue, respectively[64] Research and Development - The company has initiated research and development for 6G products, anticipating commercialization around 2030, with a focus on breakthroughs in technology and industry layout in the next 3 to 5 years[29] - The company has developed a series of new millimeter-wave products, including 24 GHz power amplifiers and 75–110 GHz low-noise amplifiers, which have gained wide recognition in the market[23] - The company has developed a series of new millimeter-wave products in response to customer demand, including phase shifters and power amplifiers, which have received widespread recognition in the industry[54] - Research and development costs increased by approximately RMB 4,300,000 or about 8.6% to RMB 54,300,000 in 2024, driven by higher expenses related to communication technology research[86] - The company plans to continue expanding its IoT business and is exploring suitable investment opportunities to further broaden its business footprint[27] Corporate Governance - The company has adopted the corporate governance code as its own governance code, ensuring compliance with the relevant rules[115] - The board of directors consists of two executive directors, one non-executive director, and three independent non-executive directors[118] - The company has established a corporate governance committee to review and recommend governance policies[115] - The independent non-executive directors bring extensive experience in auditing, accounting, and finance to the board[108] - The company believes that having the same individual serve as both chairman and CEO enhances strategic planning and decision-making efficiency[128] - The audit committee consists of independent non-executive directors, ensuring compliance with corporate governance codes[131] - The company has purchased liability insurance for directors and senior management for the year ending December 31, 2024[126] - The board evaluates the independence of directors annually, considering various factors including experience and commitment[124] Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Matters - The company is committed to sustainable development and responsible management of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) matters[165] - The board has ultimate oversight responsibility for ESG matters, ensuring alignment with strategic growth[167] - The ESG working group is responsible for collecting and analyzing ESG data, monitoring performance, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws[168] - The group emphasizes stakeholder engagement as essential for enhancing sustainability performance, involving shareholders, customers, suppliers, employees, and regulatory bodies[169] - The report covers the group's overall environmental, social, and governance issues from January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024, focusing on three subsidiaries in Jiangsu Province, China[171] - The group has established an environmental management system certified by GB/T 24001-2016/ISO 14001:2015, aiming to reduce pollutant emissions through optimized processes[184] - The group maintains a focus on clean production to balance economic benefits with ecological responsibilities[184] - The importance matrix indicates that emissions management and resource usage are among the top priorities for the group[181] Emissions and Environmental Impact - Total emissions of nitrogen oxides (NOX) increased to 14.00 kg in 2024 from 12.66 kg in 2023, representing an increase of approximately 10.6%[187] - Total emissions of sulfur oxides (SOX) rose to 0.31 kg in 2024 from 0.28 kg in 2023, reflecting an increase of about 10.7%[187] - Total particulate matter (PM) emissions increased to 1.03 kg in 2024 from 0.93 kg in 2023, which is an increase of approximately 10.8%[187] - Direct greenhouse gas emissions (Scope 1) rose to 658.41 tons in 2024 from 553.82 tons in 2023, marking an increase of about 18.9%[190] - Indirect greenhouse gas emissions (Scope 2) decreased to 5,185.66 tons in 2024 from 5,468.18 tons in 2023, showing a reduction of approximately 5.2%[190] - Total greenhouse gas emissions (Scope 1, 2, and 3) decreased to 6,037.56 tons in 2024 from 6,180.56 tons in 2023, indicating a reduction of about 2.3%[190] - The average greenhouse gas emission intensity for production per kilometer of feeder line was approximately 29.29 tons CO2 equivalent in 2024, down from 29.78 tons in 2023, a decrease of about 1.6%[193] - The total hazardous waste generated decreased to 354 kg in 2024 from 503 kg in 2023, representing a reduction of approximately 29.6%[199] - The density of hazardous waste per thousand kilometers of feeder line decreased to 1.72 kg in 2024 from 2.42 kg in 2023, a reduction of about 29%[199]
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