Financial Performance - Revenue for the year ended December 31, 2024, increased by 39.8% to RMB 1,690,081,000 compared to RMB 1,209,304,000 in 2023[12] - Gross profit rose by 27.3% to RMB 250,995,000 from RMB 197,104,000 year-on-year[12] - Profit before income tax decreased by 17.9% to RMB 66,026,000, down from RMB 80,424,000 in the previous year[12] - Profit for the year attributable to owners of the Company fell by 32.2% to RMB 47,068,000 compared to RMB 69,403,000 in 2023[12] - Adjusted net profit (non-HKFRS measure) increased by 23.9% to RMB 113,903,000 from RMB 91,896,000[12] - Adjusted EBITDA (non-HKFRS measure) grew by 34.3% to RMB 211,146,000, up from RMB 157,243,000[12] - The Group's net profit margin was 2.8%, down from 5.7% in the previous year, primarily due to a decrease in gross profit[187] - The adjusted net profit margin was 6.7%, compared to 7.6% in the previous year[187] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets as of December 31, 2024, reached RMB 1,705,326,000, a significant increase from RMB 678,999,000 in 2023[15] - Non-current assets surged to RMB 1,053,100,000 from RMB 256,221,000 year-on-year[15] - Total liabilities increased to RMB 1,109,115,000, compared to RMB 354,955,000 in the previous year[15] - Equity attributable to owners of the Company rose to RMB 596,211,000 from RMB 324,044,000 in 2023[15] Business Expansion and Strategy - The Group contracted 11 new overseas warehouses in 2024, increasing the total area by approximately 200,000 square meters, bringing the total to 61 overseas warehouses[18] - The Group successfully commercialized its SaaS system, generating revenue of RMB 1,089,000 and acquiring 9 new customers[21] - A comprehensive cooperation agreement was signed with Huawei Cloud to explore AI and big data applications in overseas warehousing and cross-border e-commerce[22] - The Group aims to build a comprehensive global logistics automation platform, leveraging AI and robotic process automation (RPA) to enhance operational efficiency[28] - The strategic focus for 2025 is "sticking to long-term growth," with a specific action plan set for 2025 to 2030[24] - The Group plans to increase investment in research and development, particularly in "AI+Cross-Border E-Commerce" to create industry value[29] Management and Governance - Mr. Cheung has over 24 years of experience in financial reporting and management, having worked with multinational firms and listed companies[41] - Mr. Zuo has approximately 25 years of experience in the plastic pipe industry and is currently the CEO of Lesso, a company listed on the Main Board of the Stock Exchange[43] - Mr. Luo has around 32 years of experience in accounting and is an executive director of Lesso, which is listed on the Main Board of the Stock Exchange[48] - Mr. Chan has over 31 years of experience in investment management, having worked with various international firms[50] - Mr. Ng has over 22 years of experience in accounting, auditing, and corporate financial management, including roles in international investment banks[54] - The company has a diverse board with members holding degrees from prestigious institutions, enhancing its strategic and operational capabilities[40] - The management team includes individuals with extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions, which may support future growth strategies[54] - The company is focused on strategic development and investment, as indicated by the roles of its non-executive directors[42] - The leadership team has a strong background in technology and operational management, which is crucial for innovation and market expansion[39] Risk Management and Compliance - The Company is committed to promoting a culture of integrity and compliance, implementing an anti-corruption risk management policy and training for employees[69] - The Audit Committee has reviewed the accounting policies and the audited consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2024[65] - The Board is responsible for risk management and internal control systems, which are reviewed annually for effectiveness[140] - The company has established various risk management procedures covering logistics, overseas warehousing, and corporate management[142] - Logistics risk management includes partnerships with high-quality logistics providers to mitigate delays and losses[147] - Exchange rate fluctuations impact the Group's costs and profits, with measures in place to manage this risk through financial tools[147] - The management is tasked with implementing risk management plans and addressing significant risks identified[145] Gender Diversity and Workforce - The Group's female employees account for 39.3% of the total workforce and 41.9% of its middle or above managerial level, reflecting the Company's commitment to gender diversity[164] Market and Economic Context - In 2024, China's GDP reached RMB 137,908.4 billion, representing a year-on-year increase of 5.0% at constant prices[198] - China's total volume of goods import and export in 2024 was RMB 43.85 trillion, with a year-on-year increase of 5.0%[198] - The total volume of service import and export in 2024 reached RMB 7.5 trillion, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 14.4%[198] - Exports in 2024 amounted to RMB 25.45 trillion, representing a year-on-year increase of 7.1%[198] - Imports in 2024 were RMB 18.39 trillion, showing a year-on-year increase of 2.3%[198] - The trade surplus in 2024 reached RMB 7.06 trillion, expanding by 22.2% year-on-year[198] - Net exports contributed 30.3% to China's economic growth, driving GDP growth by 1.5 percentage points[198] - The company aims to leverage global trade opportunities and enhance profitability through innovative AI logistics technology[199] - The company is focused on sustainable high-quality growth in the cross-border e-commerce B2C market[199] - The anticipated changes in the external trade environment are expected to drive export growth to new highs[200]
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