ZPUG(SZ:000685) Chang Jiang Shang Bao·2025-07-28 23:31Core Viewpoint - Zhongshan Public Utility (000685.SZ) is strengthening its solid waste business through the acquisition of 100% equity in Changqing Environmental Energy and Changqing Thermal Energy for 494 million yuan, aiming to enhance its operational scale and synergy within its solid waste projects [1][2][3]. Acquisition Details - The acquisition process has been ongoing for two years, with a framework agreement signed in June 2023 and a supplementary agreement extending the negotiation period until May 2024 [2]. - The two target companies, Changqing Energy and Changqing Thermal, are involved in power generation, transmission, and solid waste management, with a designed waste incineration capacity of 2,250 tons per day [2][3]. Financial Performance - In 2024, the solid waste segment of Zhongshan Public Utility achieved revenue of 763 million yuan, a 32% increase year-on-year, contributing 13.43% to total revenue [1][5]. - The revenue from garbage power generation reached 364 million yuan, up 9%, while sanitation service revenue surged by 63.48% to 399 million yuan [5]. Business Development - Zhongshan Public Utility is focused on expanding its core business areas, including environmental water services, solid waste management, and renewable energy [4]. - The company has completed multiple acquisitions in 2024 to enhance its capabilities in solid waste and sanitation services [5]. Operational Efficiency - The company processed 138,250 tons of household waste in 2024, generating 569 million kilowatt-hours of electricity, with an increase in power generation efficiency [6]. - The sanitation service market share exceeds 40%, with operations extending to multiple regions, including five landfill management projects in Shenzhen [6]. Overall Financial Growth - In 2024, Zhongshan Public Utility reported total revenue of 5.678 billion yuan, a 9.22% increase, and a net profit of 1.199 billion yuan, up 24.02% [7]. - In the first quarter of 2025, the company achieved revenue of 977 million yuan, reflecting an 8.25% year-on-year growth, with net profit increasing significantly [7].