Financial Performance - In 2022, the company reported revenue of HKD 1,313,135,000, a significant increase from HKD 710,817,000 in 2021, representing an increase of approximately 84.6%[10] - The company's loss attributable to shareholders decreased from HKD 373,982,000 in 2021 to HKD 121,967,000 in 2022, marking a reduction of about 67.4%[10] - The gross profit for the year ended December 31, 2022, was approximately HKD 466,790,000, an increase of about HKD 20,090,000 or 4.50% compared to HKD 446,700,000 for the previous year[47] - The group reported a profit for the year ending December 31, 2022, with detailed financial statements available on pages 65 to 168[125] - The group reported a significant increase in revenue from its trading business in Beijing, rising by approximately HKD 563,910,000 compared to the previous year[49] - Trade business revenue surged to HKD 748,170,000, an increase of HKD 561,800,000 or 301.44%, attributed to supply chain development for high-value imported meat and seafood[53] Asset Management and Sales - The company successfully sold logistics projects in Beijing and Jiangsu, generating a profit of approximately HKD 594,967,000 from these sales[12] - The company completed the sale of 90% equity in the Beijing Tongzhou project on June 6, 2022, recovering approximately RMB 1,379,771,000 (about HKD 1,616,530,000) and recording a sale profit of approximately RMB 147,705,000 (about HKD 172,963,000) [19] - The company sold 75% equity in the Jiangsu Taicang project on October 21, 2022, recovering approximately RMB 507,254,000 (about HKD 545,095,000) and recording a sale profit of approximately RMB 225,618,000 (about HKD 242,449,000) [19] - The company anticipates selling several more projects in 2023 to further recover funds[12] - The company aims to reduce debt and financial expenses through asset sales while diversifying revenue streams to enhance profitability [17] Business Strategy and Transformation - The company plans to transition to a light-asset business model, aiming to sell off heavy asset projects to reduce financial costs and improve profitability[12] - The company has shifted its business model to gradually exit heavy asset investments and focus on the cold chain business and food supply chain in China [17] - The supply chain business aims to become a national food supply chain service provider, focusing on high-value imported meat and seafood transactions[25] - The company is exploring additional monetization tools beyond asset sales to expedite cash flow recovery[12] Occupancy and Utilization Rates - The average occupancy rate of the Shanghai Pudong project increased from 50.21% at the beginning of 2022 to 59.32% by December 31, 2022, with a total new leasing area of approximately 12,000 square meters during the year [24] - The Tianjin Airport warehouse maintained an average occupancy rate of 95.12% throughout 2022, with stable income [24] - As of December 31, 2022, the average occupancy rate of the cold storage facilities was 88.41% in Tianjin and 100% in Qingdao[26] - The average occupancy rate of the agricultural wholesale market in Quzhou was 84.97% for the trading area and 79.52% for the storage area as of December 31, 2022[28] - The average rental rate for the Guangming Plaza project was approximately 88.15% during 2022[43] Financial Position and Debt Management - Total assets decreased to HKD 17,743,138,000 in 2022 from HKD 22,022,530,000 in 2021, reflecting a decline of about 19.5%[10] - Cash and bank balances decreased to HKD 739,336,000 in 2022 from HKD 1,188,281,000 in 2021, a decline of approximately 37.8%[10] - The group’s total net borrowings decreased by HKD 1,397,350,000 from the previous year, amounting to HKD 8,142,440,000 as of December 31, 2022[84] - The group’s capital debt ratio was approximately 170.89% as of December 31, 2022, compared to 168.80% a year earlier[83] - Financial expenses rose to HKD 612,450,000, an increase of HKD 14,630,000 or 2.45%, primarily due to rising interbank lending rates[64] Corporate Governance and Management - The company has a strong focus on internal control and government coordination, as highlighted by the experience of its executives[98][101] - The company emphasizes the importance of corporate governance, with several executives holding senior memberships in accounting and governance associations[102] - The board consists of 14 directors, including 9 executive directors and 5 independent non-executive directors, ensuring compliance with the listing rules requiring at least one-third of the board to be independent[196] - The company has adopted the corporate governance code as per the listing rules and has complied with all provisions, with some exceptions disclosed[195] - The company encourages continuous professional development for all directors to enhance their knowledge and skills[197] Environmental and Social Responsibility - The group emphasizes sustainable development as a key part of its business strategy, adhering to environmental laws and regulations[127] - The group has implemented internal recycling measures and energy-saving policies to reduce environmental impact[127] - The group aims to create long-term value for stakeholders while fulfilling social responsibilities[127] Strategic Partnerships and Development Projects - The company is developing a special economic zone in Cambodia, covering an area of approximately 30,000,000 square meters, with 14,667,829 square meters of land certificates obtained[37] - The Cambodian project aims to create a comprehensive industrial platform for Chinese enterprises along the "Belt and Road" initiative, with one-stop services provided by the Cambodian government[38] - The company is actively seeking strategic partners to establish a fund for the next phase of the Cambodia project, leveraging the RCEP agreement for development opportunities[38] Stock Options and Shareholder Information - The company has adopted a share option scheme to incentivize directors and eligible individuals[159] - The stock option plan aims to attract and retain top talent and align the interests of option holders with those of shareholders[166] - The company has a total of 6,969,331,680 shares issued as of December 31, 2022[165] - Major shareholder Beijing North Control City Development Group holds 4,084,674,907 shares, representing 58.61% of the issued share capital[173]
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