Petpal Tech.(SZ:300673) Zheng Quan Zhi Xing·2025-08-25 20:08Core Viewpoint - The company has decided to extend the expected completion dates for its fundraising projects, specifically the "New Zealand annual production of 30,000 tons of high-quality pet wet food project" and the "annual production of 50,000 tons of new pet food project," to December 31, 2027, without changing the fundraising purposes or total investment scale [1][22][23]. Fundraising Overview - The company is authorized to issue convertible bonds with a total face value not exceeding RMB 720 million, with a net amount of RMB 711.86 million after deducting related fees [2][3]. - The projects funded by this issuance include the New Zealand wet food project and the new pet food project, with total investments of RMB 288 million and RMB 346.63 million respectively [2][3]. Project Details - The New Zealand project aims to establish a production line for high-quality pet wet food, with a planned investment of RMB 288 million, of which RMB 236.5 million is to be funded by the raised capital [2][3]. - The new pet food project has a total investment of RMB 346.63 million, with RMB 265.36 million planned to be funded by the raised capital [2][3]. Project Delay Reasons - The delay for the New Zealand wet food project is due to the company's focus on an existing 40,000-ton high-quality pet dry food project, which is still in the market expansion phase and has not yet contributed profits [6][7]. - The new pet food project is experiencing delays due to the complexity of multiple production lines and the need to prioritize production based on market development [7][8]. Market Trends - The global pet food market is expected to grow significantly, with the cat and dog food market projected to reach USD 147.3 billion by 2024, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.7% from 2024 to 2029 [8][9]. - In China, the pet food market is also expanding, with a projected market size of RMB 300.2 billion in 2024, growing by 7.5% from 2023 [9][17]. Company Strategy - The company is focusing on developing its own brand while maintaining its original equipment manufacturing (OEM) business, aiming to capture the growing demand for high-quality pet food products [11][19]. - The company has established a strong market presence and distribution channels, both online and offline, to support its growth strategy in the pet food sector [12][13]. Regulatory Compliance - The adjustments to the project timelines have been approved by the company's board and supervisory committee, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and protecting shareholder interests [23][24].