Financial Performance - In 2022, the company recorded a net income of approximately RMB 1,738.9 million, representing a year-on-year increase of 7.4%[16]. - The net profit for the year was approximately RMB 55.7 million, which is a 22.2% increase compared to the previous year[16]. - The company achieved a gross profit margin of 17.5% in 2022, with a cost-to-revenue ratio of 82.6%[15]. - The company’s equity attributable to shareholders increased to RMB 2,980.3 million in 2022, reflecting a steady growth trend[15]. - The current ratio remained stable at 1.8 in 2022, indicating a solid liquidity position[15]. - In 2022, the company achieved a net revenue of approximately RMB 1,738.9 million, representing a year-on-year increase of 7.4%[25]. - The smart transportation segment generated revenue of approximately RMB 349.5 million, a decrease of 27.8% compared to RMB 484.4 million in 2021[29]. - The smart building and park segment saw revenue rise by 22.2% to approximately RMB 892.5 million from RMB 730.2 million in 2021[30]. - The smart energy segment reported revenue of approximately RMB 496.9 million, an increase of 22.8% from RMB 404.5 million in the previous year[31]. - The company's gross profit decreased by 4.4% to approximately RMB 303.4 million, with a gross margin of 17.4%, down 2.2 percentage points from the previous year[33]. - Sales and distribution expenses were approximately RMB 81.5 million, a reduction of 21.3% compared to the previous year, with expenses accounting for 4.7% of revenue[37]. - Administrative and other operating expenses decreased by 7.5% to approximately RMB 133.0 million due to enhanced cost control during the pandemic[38]. - The company recorded other income of approximately RMB 33.2 million, a decline of 13.1% from RMB 38.2 million in 2021, primarily due to reduced interest income from EMC projects[35]. - The impairment loss on trade and other receivables increased to approximately RMB 62.2 million from RMB 28.6 million in the previous year, attributed to delayed payments and extended aging of settled projects[39]. - The effective tax rate was approximately 14.8%, a decrease of 1.4 percentage points from the previous year, with income tax expenses rising by 10.2% to approximately RMB 9.7 million[41]. - The net profit increased by 22.1% from approximately RMB 456 million in 2021 to about RMB 557 million in the current year, with a net profit margin rising from 2.8% to 3.2%[42]. - Basic earnings per share rose by 21.8% year-on-year to RMB 0.0705, compared to RMB 0.0579 in 2021[42]. - Inventory increased from approximately RMB 983 million in 2021 to about RMB 1,191 million in 2022, with inventory turnover days remaining stable at 228 days[44]. - Trade and other receivables rose to approximately RMB 1,760.5 million in 2022 from RMB 1,456.4 million in 2021, with average trade receivable turnover days increasing to 269 days[45]. - Trade and other payables increased significantly to approximately RMB 1,924.2 million in 2022 from RMB 1,577.2 million in 2021, with average trade payable turnover days at 360 days[45]. - Cash and cash equivalents were approximately RMB 354 million as of December 31, 2022, accounting for 11.8% of the group's net assets, down from RMB 411.7 million in 2021[46]. - The group's net cash position decreased to approximately RMB 163.6 million in 2022 from RMB 312.4 million in 2021, with a debt-to-asset ratio of 3.6%[48]. - The total employee cost decreased from approximately RMB 224 million in 2021 to about RMB 215.4 million in 2022, with the number of employees reducing from 812 to 779[52]. - The company did not engage in any significant acquisitions or investments during the year ended December 31, 2022[54][55]. - The average annual interest rate on bank loans decreased to 3.9% in 2022 from 4.0% in 2021[46]. - The company reported a significant increase in revenue, achieving a total of 1.2 billion in 2022, representing a growth of 15% compared to the previous year[64]. - User data showed a 20% increase in active users, reaching 5 million by the end of 2022[64]. - The company provided a positive outlook for 2023, projecting a revenue growth of 10% to 1.32 billion[64]. - New product launches are expected to contribute an additional 200 million in revenue in 2023[64]. - The company is investing heavily in R&D, with a budget allocation of 150 million for new technologies[64]. - Market expansion plans include entering three new international markets by the end of 2023[64]. - The company is considering strategic acquisitions to enhance its market position, targeting firms with a combined revenue of 500 million[64]. - A new marketing strategy is set to increase brand awareness by 25% in the next fiscal year[64]. - The company aims to improve operational efficiency, targeting a 5% reduction in costs through process optimization[64]. - The company reported a total reserve of RMB 384,094,000 as of December 31, 2022, down from RMB 395,306,000 in the previous year, indicating a decrease of approximately 3%[88]. - The company made charitable donations amounting to approximately RMB 41,795 during the fiscal year ending December 31, 2022, compared to none in the previous year[89]. - The company did not declare any dividends for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2022, and the board does not recommend any final dividend for the same period[86]. - The company has not declared any dividends for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2021, and similarly, no dividends were declared for 2022[86]. Business Operations and Strategy - In 2022, the company faced significant challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic, economic downturn, and adjustments in the real estate construction industry, but managed to maintain high-quality development through refined management and innovative business models[9]. - The company emphasized its commitment to innovation, increasing R&D investment, and enhancing its core capabilities, particularly through the development of the "Kunlun" industrial internet operating system and various key equipment solutions[10]. - The company successfully launched multiple core components of the Kunlun digital platform, improving service capabilities across various sectors, including smart energy management and zero-carbon park solutions[10]. - The company secured contracts in smart building, smart transportation, and smart energy sectors, including projects like the Beijing Dongsheng Technology Park and the Xinjiang Tianfu South Thermal Power Unit[12]. - The company’s light-asset energy operation services business is experiencing growth, with successful completion of energy management projects and recognition for excellence in contract energy management[12]. - The company completed key national projects, including the construction and service support for venues during the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics, receiving commendations from various organizations[14]. - The company aims to leverage opportunities from China's rapid economic recovery and national strategies for new infrastructure and green low-carbon industries in 2023[14]. - The company’s subsidiary, Tongfang Energy Engineering Technology Co., Ltd., was recognized as an "Innovative" SME in Beijing, and its Beijing subsidiary passed the CMMI Level 3 certification[11]. - The company has been awarded multiple industry accolades, including first-class awards in architectural design and second-class awards in equipment management and technological innovation[11]. - The company is focused on sustainable development through contract energy management and operational models, enhancing its service offerings in energy management[12]. - The smart transportation segment faced revenue decline due to the pandemic, but the number of projects won in comprehensive monitoring ranked first in the industry[17]. - The company successfully applied its self-developed energy management system in various metro projects, enhancing energy efficiency through machine learning algorithms[17]. - The smart building and park segment saw significant growth in market contracts, completing the technical support for the smart building system at the National Stadium for the Winter Olympics[18]. - The company launched a lightweight smart heating platform to meet diverse needs in the competitive smart heating sector, successfully applied in the Baoding Datang heating project[21]. - The company developed a high-temperature heat pump equipment for industrial steam needs, achieving over 50% energy savings in practical applications[21]. - The company’s main business segments include smart transportation, smart buildings and parks, and smart energy, focusing on integrated energy management solutions[81]. Corporate Governance and Compliance - The board of directors is composed of 3 executive directors, 3 non-executive directors, and 3 independent non-executive directors, ensuring a diverse range of expertise and experience[149]. - The company has adhered to all provisions of the corporate governance code as of December 31, 2022, except for the frequency of board meetings as specified in code C.5.1[146]. - All independent non-executive directors have served for over 11 years, and the company is committed to appointing a new independent non-executive director at the next annual general meeting[146]. - The company has established mechanisms to ensure the board receives independent views and opinions, with independent non-executive directors providing unbiased insights on strategy and performance[155]. - The chairman and CEO roles are separated, with Qin Xuzhong as chairman and Zhao Xiaobo as CEO, ensuring clear leadership and operational management[154]. - The board regularly reviews authorized functions and tasks, ensuring that significant transactions require board approval[150]. - The company has purchased adequate insurance to protect directors against legal liabilities arising from corporate activities[151]. - The board consists of seven male members and one female member, with ages ranging from 37 to 64[156]. - The gender ratio among all employees, including senior management, is 1.8:1, indicating a focus on gender diversity[157]. - The board held two meetings and one annual general meeting during the fiscal year ending December 31, 2022[159]. - The audit committee held two meetings during the fiscal year, with all members attending both meetings[168]. - The audit committee reviewed the group's interim results for the six months ending June 30, 2022, and the audited annual results for the year ending December 31, 2022[169]. - The company aims to maintain at least one female director on the board, based on the value and contribution of selected candidates[157]. - The board's diversity policy was adopted in August 2013, emphasizing the importance of diverse skills and experiences[156]. - The company continues to seek and select female candidates for board positions to ensure long-term gender diversity[157]. - The board's meetings are conducted regularly, with a minimum of four meetings recommended annually, although only two were held in the past year[159]. - The company has established various committees, including the audit committee, to ensure effective governance and oversight[165]. - The Compensation Committee evaluated the performance of directors and senior management and reviewed the compensation policy for 2022[171]. - As of December 31, 2022, there were 2 senior management members with a salary range of HKD 1,000–1,500 thousand[171]. - The Nomination Committee reviewed the board's structure and diversity policy, ensuring fair and transparent nomination processes[173]. - The Risk Management Committee assessed the effectiveness of the group's risk management system, which was deemed effective and sufficient[178]. - The company adopted a new set of articles to comply with current listing rules, replacing the previous memorandum and articles of association[181]. - The board is responsible for preparing financial statements that fairly reflect the group's financial position and performance[182]. - The company’s external auditor, KPMG, is responsible for the financial statements as stated in the independent auditor's report section of the annual report[183]. - The total fees paid for audit and non-audit services to external auditors amounted to RMB 3,356,000, with RMB 3,230,000 for audit-related services and RMB 126,000 for non-audit services[184]. - The internal audit department reported no significant issues in the internal control system, although there is room for improvement, and all recommendations will be followed up in a timely manner[187]. - The board of directors believes that the internal control and risk management systems are effective and sufficient, having reviewed them at least once a year[186]. - The company has adopted a dividend policy that considers various factors, including actual and expected financial performance, cash flow, and financial condition, before declaring dividends[193]. - The company aims to maintain effective communication with shareholders and stakeholders through various channels, ensuring timely access to important information[191]. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) - The group emphasizes the importance of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) issues and aims to be a leading corporate citizen in China[200]. - The board of directors serves as the highest decision-making body for ESG management, guiding the group's sustainable development direction[200]. - The group has established an ESG working group involving multiple departments to enhance the ESG governance structure[200]. - The annual ESG report is reviewed by the board, ensuring transparency and accountability in ESG performance[200]. - The group identifies and prioritizes ESG issues through stakeholder communication and assessments[200]. - The environmental, social, and governance (ESG) report is the seventh issued by the company, highlighting its efforts and contributions in these areas[194]. - The reporting period for the ESG report covers January 1, 2022, to December 31, 2022[197]. - The company has established a policy for shareholders to convene special meetings upon request from shareholders holding at least 10% of the paid-up capital[188]. - The internal control and risk management systems are designed to provide reasonable assurance against material misstatements or losses[186]. - The company will seek professional advice when necessary to ensure compliance with listing rules and regulations regarding the disclosure of inside information[186]. - The group has obtained ISO14001 environmental management system certification from the China Quality Certification Center, demonstrating its commitment to energy-saving and environmentally friendly products[141]. - As of December 31, 2022, the group has not violated any relevant environmental regulations that significantly impacted its development, performance, or business[143].
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