Financial Performance - The company's revenue for the six months ended December 31, 2021, decreased by 39.9% to approximately RMB 175.85 million, down from RMB 292.73 million in the same period of 2020[11]. - Gross profit fell by 72.3% to RMB 16.35 million, with a gross margin of 9.3%, down from 20.2% in the previous year[11]. - The net loss for the period was RMB 76.23 million, compared to a profit of RMB 18.29 million in the same period last year, representing a decline of 516.7%[11]. - Revenue decreased significantly by approximately 39.9% from RMB 292.7 million for the six months ended December 31, 2020, to RMB 175.8 million for the same period in 2021, primarily due to project delays[27]. - The gross profit margin dropped from approximately 20.2% to 9.3% during the same period, mainly due to provisions for losses on a project[27]. - The industrial products sales revenue fell by approximately 18.2% from RMB 108.4 million to RMB 88.7 million, attributed to project delays and supply shortages[28]. - The project contracting service revenue plummeted by approximately 72.7% from RMB 153.8 million to RMB 42.1 million, due to the completion of a major project and client delays[28]. - The environmental business sales revenue decreased by approximately 41.5% from RMB 14.5 million to RMB 8.5 million, mainly due to intense market competition and reduced demand[32]. - The group recorded a net loss of approximately RMB 76.2 million for the six months ended December 31, 2021, compared to a profit of RMB 18.3 million for the same period in 2020, resulting in a net loss margin of 43.3%[44]. - Total comprehensive loss for the period amounted to RMB 75,985,334, a stark contrast to the total comprehensive income of RMB 26,347,892 in the previous year[135]. Research and Development - The group invested approximately RMB 28.5 million in product research and development during the six months ended December 31, 2021, and applied for 70 new patents in the same period, bringing the total registered patents to 126[21]. - Research and development expenses increased by approximately 122.8% from RMB 12.8 million to RMB 28.5 million, representing 16.2% of total revenue for the six months ended December 31, 2021[38]. - The company has promoted new products such as conical grinders and hydraulic pulpers, providing over 50 sets to customers, with a significant project expected to be completed in the first half of 2022[19]. - The hydraulic pulper's eccentric rotor design reduces energy consumption by 30% compared to conventional designs, receiving high praise from customers[19]. Operational Challenges - The paper industry faced downward pressure due to economic challenges and tightening environmental regulations, impacting production growth rates[14]. - The company completed most of the strong fiber paper industry transformation projects, significantly improving the stability and speed of customer paper machines[19]. - Administrative expenses surged by approximately 107.5% from RMB 22.8 million to RMB 47.2 million, accounting for 26.8% of total revenue for the six months ended December 31, 2021[36]. - Net impairment losses on financial and contract assets rose significantly from RMB 0.3 million to RMB 20.8 million, primarily due to litigation losses and liquidity issues with a client[39]. Cash Flow and Financing - Cash and cash equivalents decreased to approximately RMB 66.2 million as of December 31, 2021, down from RMB 145.3 million as of June 30, 2021[48]. - The company incurred a cash outflow of RMB 3,654,975 for the purchase of property, plant, and equipment, compared to RMB 921,350 in the previous year, reflecting increased investment in fixed assets[150]. - The net cash outflow from financing activities was RMB 24,194,676, compared to RMB 15,483,049 in the previous year, highlighting increased financing costs[150]. - The company reported a cash outflow of RMB 7,078,460 in interest payments, slightly down from RMB 7,988,449 in the previous year, suggesting improved interest management[150]. - The total cash outflow from investment activities was RMB 3,259,860, significantly higher than RMB 663,163 in the previous year, indicating a strategic shift towards more aggressive investment[150]. Shareholder Information - Dao He Investment Limited holds 294,691,223 shares, representing 33.23% of the company's equity[76]. - The largest shareholder, Bosang Holdings Limited, owns 295,422,000 shares, accounting for 33.32% of the total shares[76]. - Zhu Genrong and Wang Aiyan each hold 297,834,000 shares, which is 33.59% of the company's equity, as part of a concerted action group[76]. - The company has issued 153,846,153 new ordinary shares at a subscription price of HKD 0.65 per share, approved on April 28, 2021[88]. - The total equity held by Wealthy Land Investments is 411,872,000 shares, representing 46.45% of the company's equity[76]. Future Outlook - The group is optimistic about the commercial potential of the recycling business and aims to become a major player in the industry, supported by China's 14th Five-Year Plan focusing on circular economy[25]. - The group plans to allocate more resources to environmental-related businesses, anticipating further growth in this sector[22]. - The group is actively seeking to expand its environmental services business by investing in waste recycling facilities outside of China, given the significant potential market[91]. - The group will continue to evaluate its business objectives and adjust plans as necessary to ensure growth[102].
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