Financial Performance - The company reported a significant increase in revenue for the year ended December 31, 2024, with total revenue reaching $150 million, representing a 25% year-over-year growth[6]. - The Group's total revenue for the Year was approximately HK$781.7 million, a decrease of approximately 32.5% from approximately HK$1,158.0 million in the corresponding period of 2023[29]. - The Group recorded a loss of approximately HK$46.2 million for the year, compared to a profit of approximately HK$53.5 million in 2023, with a basic loss per share of HK$3.5 cents (2023: profit per share of HK$4.25 cents)[35]. - The Group's revenue decreased by approximately 32.5% to about HK$781.7 million for the year (2023: approximately HK$1,158 million)[33]. - The Group's trading business revenue decreased by approximately 32.5% to approximately HK$769.0 million for the Year, down from approximately HK$1,141.9 million in 2023[22]. - The petrochemical products storage business revenue decreased by approximately 21.1% to approximately HK$12.7 million, compared to approximately HK$16.1 million in 2023[23]. - The cost of revenue decreased by approximately 32.6% to approximately HK$774.1 million for the Year, down from approximately HK$1,148.9 million in 2023[30]. - The Group recorded a gross profit margin of approximately 1.0% for the Year, slightly up from approximately 0.8% in the corresponding period of 2023[30]. - Finance costs for the Year amounted to approximately HK$21.7 million, a decrease from approximately HK$33.9 million in 2023[31]. Future Projections and Guidance - The company provided guidance for the next fiscal year, projecting revenue growth of 20% to $180 million, driven by new product launches and market expansion[6]. - The Group anticipates a sustainable recovery and moderate growth in petrochemical products, while actively seeking new market opportunities[28]. - The recovery of the global economy is expected to drive growth in external demand, creating new development opportunities for China's foreign trade[28]. - The company plans to launch three new products in the upcoming year, which are anticipated to generate $30 million in additional revenue[6]. - The company announced plans for market expansion into Southeast Asia, targeting a 10% market share within the next two years[6]. Research and Development - Investment in research and development increased by 15%, totaling $10 million, focusing on innovative technologies and product enhancements[6]. Operating Expenses and Cost Management - Operating expenses were controlled, increasing only by 5% to $50 million, despite the expansion efforts[6]. - The gross profit margin improved to 60%, up from 55% in the previous year, reflecting better cost management and pricing strategies[6]. Corporate Governance and Compliance - The Company is committed to maintaining high standards of corporate governance and has adopted governance practices aligned with the CG Code provisions[194]. - The Company has confirmed compliance with all code provisions set out in the CG Code during the Year[196]. - The Company has established whistleblowing channels for external parties to confidentially raise concerns regarding possible misconduct[195]. - The Company has implemented Group-wide governance policies and systems subject to regular review to ensure best practices across the organization[195]. - The Company has confirmed that all Directors complied with the required standard of dealings regarding securities transactions throughout the Year[197]. - The Company has no overlapping directorships with its controlling shareholder, ensuring independent operation of the Board[183]. - The audit committee is authorized to regularly review the company's anti-bribery and anti-corruption policies[198]. - All directors confirmed compliance with the trading rules and the code of conduct for securities trading throughout the year[200]. - There were no known violations of the trading rules during the year[200]. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Initiatives - The company has established an ESG Working Group to enhance its environmental, social, and governance management, engaging a third-party institution for a comprehensive evaluation of ESG risks and opportunities[79]. - The company emphasizes the importance of ESG risks and has made continuous improvements in its ESG management practices[79]. - The company’s board retains overall responsibility for ESG governance, ensuring alignment with stakeholder interests[79]. - The ESG Working Group has actively communicated with stakeholders to understand their expectations and interests regarding ESG information, utilizing various feedback channels[80]. - The company has drafted management approaches, strategies, and objectives related to ESG based on stakeholder feedback and identified important ESG issues[80]. - A separate ESG report is available on the Stock Exchange's website and the Company's website[109]. Shareholder and Capital Structure - The Group's largest customer accounted for approximately 20.0% of total revenue, while the top five customers contributed 75.7%[104]. - The Group did not recommend any final dividend for the Year, consistent with the previous year[103]. - As of December 31, 2024, the Company's distributable reserves included a share premium account of approximately HK$201.4 million and accumulated losses of approximately HK$739.5 million[127]. - The Company did not make any charitable donations during the Year, consistent with 2023[128]. - The Company has not issued or granted any convertible securities, warrants, or similar rights up to December 31, 2024[149]. - The Company did not adopt any share scheme during the Year[150]. - The Company has applied for a temporary waiver to restore the minimum percentage of Shares to public hands on or before June 20, 2025, which was granted by the Stock Exchange on March 19, 2025[177]. Management Changes - The company has changed its name from "Dafeng Port Heshun Technology Company Limited" to "Yancheng Port International Co., Limited" effective from March 6, 2025[72]. - Mr. Ji Yaosheng was appointed as an executive Director, while Mr. Ji Longtao, Mr. Yang Yue Xia, and Mr. Zhang Shukai resigned as non-executive Directors on March 21, 2025[74]. - The Board has undergone changes in composition and committee structure as of March 26, 2025[95].
大丰港(08310) - 2024 - 年度财报