Financial Performance - The Group recorded a turnover of approximately RMB 2,362,000,000 for the year ended December 31, 2022[21]. - The Group reported a revenue of approximately RMB2,362.0 million for 2022, representing an increase of approximately 30.3% compared to RMB1,813.4 million in 2021[22]. - The Group achieved a profit of approximately RMB163.0 million in 2022, recovering from a loss of RMB94.4 million in 2021, with earnings per share of approximately RMB0.16[22]. - Gross profit from steel pipe sales rose to approximately RMB413.9 million in 2022, representing an increase of approximately 113.4% compared to RMB194.0 million in 2021[101]. - The gross profit margin for steel pipe sales improved to approximately 22.9% in 2022, up from 10.8% in 2021[101]. - Revenue from property development and investment surged to approximately RMB551.9 million in 2022, a significant increase of approximately 5,009.4% from RMB10.8 million in 2021[110]. - The cost of sales for property development increased to approximately RMB495.2 million in 2022, compared to RMB9.2 million in 2021, reflecting a rise of 5,261.4%[111]. - Other income and gains decreased by approximately 84.9% to RMB 238.7 million in 2022 from RMB 1,580.8 million in 2021[117]. - Selling and distribution expenses increased slightly by approximately 4.1% to RMB 55.1 million in 2022 from RMB 52.9 million in 2021[118]. - Administrative expenses decreased by approximately 6.8% to RMB 245.8 million in 2022 from RMB 263.6 million in 2021[119]. - Finance costs for 2022 were approximately RMB 44.6 million, a decrease of 69.1% from approximately RMB 144.3 million in 2021[125]. - The Group recorded a profit of approximately RMB 163.0 million in 2022, compared to a loss of RMB 94.4 million in 2021[129]. - Net cash inflows from operating activities were approximately RMB 154.1 million in 2022, a turnaround from net outflows of approximately RMB 904.6 million in 2021[139]. - The net cash flows from operating activities changed from a net outflow of approximately RMB 904.6 million in 2021 to a net inflow of approximately RMB 154.1 million in 2022[141]. - The net cash flows from investing activities decreased from approximately RMB 2,562 million in 2021 to approximately RMB 38.2 million in 2022, primarily due to the receipt of compensation for land acquisition in Panyu in 2021[142]. - The net cash flows used in financing activities decreased from approximately RMB 1,709.2 million in 2021 to approximately RMB 149.1 million in 2022, influenced by new bond issues and borrowings of approximately RMB 529.6 million and repayments of approximately RMB 678.7 million[144][148]. Production and Capacity - The Group has an annual production capacity of 1,750,000 tonnes as of December 31, 2022[6]. - A total of 314,000 tonnes of steel pipes were delivered in 2022, with secured orders for 413,000 tonnes, including projects with major oil companies and various pipeline construction projects[23]. - The Group operates five production lines for longitudinal submerged arc-welded (LSAW) pipes and two production lines for spiral submerged arc-welded (SSAW) pipes[6]. - LSAW steel pipes accounted for approximately 77.5% of the total steel pipe revenue, with revenue from sales amounting to approximately RMB1,171.7 million[79][82]. - Revenue from SSAW steel pipes was approximately RMB287.1 million, representing about 17.8% of the total steel pipe revenue[80][83]. - The total revenue from steel pipes and manufacturing services was RMB1,810.1 million in 2022, slightly up from RMB1,802.6 million in 2021[107]. - Domestic sales of steel pipes accounted for approximately 63.5% of total steel pipe revenue in 2022, compared to 53.0% in 2021[102]. - The Group's overseas sales of steel pipes decreased to RMB660.7 million in 2022, accounting for 36.5% of total steel pipe revenue, down from 47.0% in 2021[107]. Research and Development - The Group holds 105 patents, including 41 invention patents, demonstrating strong research and development capabilities[7]. - The Group successfully piloted the production of composite steel pipes resistant to seawater corrosion and developed new processes for hydrogen sulfide double resistance line pipes, enhancing its core competitiveness[24]. - The Group's investment in research and development has been increasing year by year, positioning its products as industry leaders in technology and innovation[27]. Market Environment and Strategy - The global economy faced downward pressure with growth rates of 3.1% and 3% for the global and Chinese economies, respectively, in 2022[20]. - The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and geopolitical tensions have impacted the Group's operational environment in 2022[20]. - The global economic outlook for 2023 indicates a potential recession, with the World Bank projecting only a 1.7% growth, yet demand for pipeline construction in China is expected to remain strong[32]. - The Group plans to expand its product offerings beyond oil and gas transmission pipelines to include infrastructure projects such as bridges and offshore platforms, aiming to meet diverse market demands[33]. - The domestic oil and gas pipeline network is expected to increase to 240,000 kilometers by 2025, with significant investments projected to enhance supply capacity[180]. - The national oil and gas pipeline network construction will significantly accelerate, enhancing oil and gas transportation capacity and ensuring a stable supply of energy, benefiting the Group's operational development[183][185]. - The natural gas market growth is forecasted to focus on the eastern region, including the Bohai Rim, Southeast region, South Central region, and Yangtze River Delta, which will be immensely beneficial to the Group's production base in Zhuhai[183][185]. - The "dual carbon" strategic goal indicates a shift towards green and low-carbon development, with increased focus on natural gas and clean energy, which will drive future demand for the Group's products[184][186]. Corporate Governance and Management - Mr. Chen holds a total interest of 706,261,000 shares in the company, which includes 701,911,000 shares through Bournam Profits Limited and 4,350,000 personal shares[198]. - Mr. Chen Guo Xiong is responsible for overseeing the overall business development plan and strategic management of the Group[199]. - Mr. Chen joined the Group as deputy general manager in February 2019, bringing extensive experience in the manufacturing industry[199]. Awards and Recognition - The Group has received various honors, including the "Gold Cup Prize for Actual Quality of Metallurgical Products" and "High and New Technology Enterprise" recognition[7]. - Guangdong Province recognized the company as an Outstanding New Product in 1996, with renewals in 2010 and 2014[41]. - The company received the Gold Cup Prize for Actual Quality of Metallurgical Products for LSAW in 2005, with renewals in 2011, 2012, and 2015[43]. - The company was awarded the First Prize for Sci-Tech Achievement in Guangzhou City in 2008[48]. - The company was recognized as a High and New Technology Enterprise by multiple Guangdong authorities in 2010, with renewals in 2011, 2012, and 2015[50]. - The company achieved the Superior Quality Award for Actual Quality of Metallurgical Products in 2014[60]. - The company was awarded the First Prize of Sci-Tech Achievement for Deep Sea Pipe for Natural Gas in 2016[61]. - The company received the Saudi Arabia Excellent Chinese Project Award in 2016[64]. - The company was recognized as a Top 10 Original Brand of Guangdong Province in 2011[56]. - The company was awarded the Government Quality Award of Guangdong Province in 2012[58]. - The company was recognized as an Innovative Enterprise of Guangdong Province from 2013 to 2016[59]. Employee and Operational Metrics - Staff costs for the year ended December 31, 2022, were approximately RMB 123.7 million, a decrease from RMB 140.8 million in 2021[168]. - The Group had a total of 824 full-time employees as of December 31, 2022, down from 862 employees in 2021[175].
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