Financial Performance - The company reported a revenue of RMB 1,694.1 million for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024, a decrease from RMB 1,947.2 million in 2023[9]. - The net loss attributable to the company's owners was RMB 256.2 million, compared to a profit of RMB 16.7 million in the previous year[9]. - Total assets decreased to RMB 2,508.7 million in 2024 from RMB 2,911.2 million in 2023, reflecting a decline of approximately 13.8%[12]. - Current liabilities were RMB 1,418.6 million, down from RMB 1,509.2 million in 2023, indicating a reduction of about 6.0%[12]. - The company experienced an operating loss of RMB 218.0 million, contrasting with an operating profit of RMB 54.0 million in the previous year[9]. - Non-current assets decreased to RMB 579.3 million from RMB 651.9 million, a decline of approximately 11.1%[12]. - The financing costs remained stable at RMB 31.2 million, slightly up from RMB 31.1 million in 2023[9]. - The group achieved a revenue of RMB 1,694.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, a decrease of RMB 253.1 million or 13.0% compared to RMB 1,947.2 million in the previous year, primarily due to extreme weather, reduced overseas workload, and client investment tightening[64]. - The group's material costs were RMB 502.0 million, down RMB 47.2 million or 8.6% from RMB 549.2 million in the previous year, mainly due to the decrease in revenue[66]. - Employee compensation expenses increased to RMB 641.5 million, up RMB 14.3 million or 2.3% from RMB 627.2 million in the previous year[67]. - The group reported a loss of RMB 263.6 million for the year, compared to a profit of RMB 8.8 million in the previous year[36]. - The group reported an operating loss of RMB 218.0 million for the current year, compared to an operating profit of RMB 54.0 million in the previous year[74]. - The net financing costs for the year ended December 31, 2024, were RMB 31.2 million, a slight increase of RMB 0.1 million or 0.3% from RMB 31.1 million in the previous year[75]. - The income tax expense for the year ended December 31, 2024, was RMB 17.0 million, compared to RMB 12.8 million in the previous year[77]. - The group reported a net other income of RMB 1.7 million, down from RMB 12.3 million in the previous year, mainly due to exchange rate fluctuations[65]. - The group's impairment losses for the year ended December 31, 2024, amounted to RMB 81.7 million, an increase of RMB 30.1 million or 58.3% compared to the previous year, primarily due to increased impairment losses on trade receivables, property, plant, and equipment, as well as inventory write-downs[72]. - Other operating costs for the year ended December 31, 2024, were RMB 217.1 million, up RMB 33.8 million or 18.4% from RMB 183.3 million in the previous year[73]. Market Environment - The company is facing challenges in the global oil market, with demand growth slowing, particularly in emerging economies[17]. - The domestic oil market is undergoing structural adjustments, transitioning to a low to medium growth phase under the "dual carbon" goals[17]. - The global economic growth rate is expected to remain around 2.7% by 2025, indicating a weak recovery with significant uncertainties[27]. - In 2025, China's oil demand is projected to gradually enter a phase of stable decline, presenting both challenges and transformation opportunities for oilfield service companies[28]. - The global oil and gas exploration and development investment is forecasted to decrease by 2.5% in 2024, totaling $553.8 billion, marking the first decline in four years[35]. - The global economic growth rate was 3.2% in 2024, with the U.S. economy recovering well but facing high inflation and debt pressure, while Europe experienced low growth impacted by geopolitical conflicts[50]. Strategic Initiatives - The company is exploring opportunities in the integration of oil and gas with new energy sectors, aiming for a green low-carbon transformation[17]. - The company is actively exploring new business models and technology applications to expand its operations, particularly in the CCUS sector[20]. - The company has established cooperation intentions with local oil companies in Kazakhstan, Indonesia, and the Middle East to facilitate future market expansion[19]. - The company aims to optimize its talent structure and enhance its core team to support its strategic goals[24]. - The three strategic business segments are clearly defined and working collaboratively to ensure the company's sustainable and healthy development in the long term[25]. - The company plans to deepen resource integration and optimize business layout in 2024, focusing on balanced development across its three strategic business segments[36]. - The company has made progress in its new energy business, capitalizing on the rising global demand for clean energy[36]. - The company aims to strengthen its core oil service business while expanding its overseas market presence and enhancing project implementation in the renewable energy sector[31]. - The company is focusing on technology advancement and market optimization to navigate uncertainties in the global economy and energy market[29]. - The company emphasizes the importance of technological innovation and management optimization to maintain a stable market share amid increasing competition and pressure on service prices[54]. - The group is actively exploring new business and market opportunities to address risks and challenges posed by geopolitical conflicts and the global energy transition towards low-carbon solutions[133]. Operational Efficiency - The company implemented detailed plans to enhance management efficiency, resulting in significant improvements in operational effectiveness and cost savings[22]. - The company maintained stable operations despite a challenging environment, with overall workload remaining flat compared to the previous year[19]. - The group achieved a significant increase in drilling speed by 2.81 times in a Turkmenistan project, setting a new regional drilling record[56]. - The company has commenced drilling services in an oil and gas field in South Sumatra, Indonesia, marking a significant milestone in expanding its external oil service market[30]. - The company secured two important orders in the Middle East at the beginning of 2025, including well repair and testing services, which are crucial for expanding market share in the region[30]. - The company has established a completion tool R&D and manufacturing factory in Tianjin to reduce manufacturing costs and enhance integrated capabilities in completion R&D, manufacturing, and technical services[57]. - Continuous innovation in management practices is targeted to improve profitability, risk control, and cost management[101]. - The company has a strong management team with over 30 years of experience in various sectors, including finance, technology, and legal affairs[111][115]. - The company emphasizes the importance of team building and creating a positive corporate environment to ensure sustainable development[31]. Environmental and Social Governance (ESG) - The company is committed to ESG and sustainable development, integrating these principles into its strategic planning and daily operations[24]. - The company achieved a zero target for environmental incidents during the reporting period, with no significant events related to environmental issues leading to lawsuits or penalties[123]. - The company has implemented a comprehensive environmental management system, with subsidiaries certified under ISO14001[126]. - The company emphasizes green development and has established strict pollution control measures, including managing wastewater, waste gas, and solid waste[129]. - The company encourages employees to adopt green commuting practices and promotes energy-saving initiatives in the workplace[125]. - The company has a vision to become a model of efficient and harmonious development between people and the environment[123]. - The company has a strong focus on energy conservation and emission reduction, adhering to various national environmental laws and regulations[124]. - A commitment to sustainable development is emphasized, with plans to integrate ESG principles into decision-making and operations[103]. Corporate Governance - The company has a structured approach to corporate governance, with various committees overseeing audit, remuneration, and nominations[112][113]. - The board of directors includes independent non-executive members with extensive experience in corporate governance and management[111][112][113]. - The leadership team is committed to driving the company's strategic initiatives and ensuring compliance with financial regulations[115][116]. - The company has confirmed compliance with the disclosure requirements of the Listing Rules regarding related party transactions[157]. - The company has arranged appropriate directors' and officers' liability insurance for its directors and senior management[152]. - The company has no management contracts related to its overall business or any major part of it as of December 31, 2024[158]. Shareholder Information - The company has established a stock option plan to reward eligible employees, with details provided in the "Stock Option Plan" section[160]. - The remuneration committee aims to enhance the compensation policy based on the group's operational performance and market practices[159]. - The company has not proposed a final dividend for the year ending December 31, 2024, consistent with the previous year[139]. - The group's available distributable reserves as of December 31, 2024, are approximately RMB 1,244.3 million, compared to RMB 1,228.9 million as of December 31, 2023[146]. - The total number of shares that can be issued under the revised share option plan is capped at 195,377,599 shares, which represents 10% of the total issued shares as of the report date[189]. - The maximum number of shares that can be issued to service providers under the plan is limited to 19,537,759 shares, equating to 1% of the total issued shares as of the report date[189]. - The total number of shares that can be issued to any grantee within any 12-month period is restricted to 1% of the issued shares[190]. - The exercise price for any specific share option granted under the revised plan must not be lower than the higher of the closing price on the grant date or the average closing price over the five trading days preceding the grant date[195]. - The revised share option plan will be effective for a period of ten years starting from June 26, 2024, with approximately nine years and eleven months remaining[196]. - The company can seek shareholder approval to update the plan's authorization limits every three years, with the updated limits not exceeding 10% of the total issued shares at the time of approval[196]. - The vesting period for share options must be no less than 12 months[192]. - The total number of unexercised options as of January 1, 2024, includes significant allocations to key executives, such as 10,000,000 options for Li Qiang with an exercise price of 0.490[199]. - The company has a structured approach to granting options, ensuring that no offer is valid if not accepted within seven days[194]. - The company has outlined specific terms for the expiration of options, with various expiration dates ranging from 2026 to 2033 for different executives[199]. - Total number of stock options granted to employees is 379,267,666[200]. - The exercise price for the stock options ranges from $0.250 to $0.740[200]. - The earliest expiration date for the stock options is August 30, 2026, and the latest is March 30, 2033[200].
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