Overview - The company, Ningbo Tuopu Group Co., Ltd., announced changes to part of its fundraising investment projects, including delays and the permanent allocation of surplus funds to supplement working capital [1][6]. Fundraising Details - The company raised a total of RMB 3,514,826,899.52 through the issuance of 60,726,104 A-shares at a price of RMB 57.88 per share, with a net amount of RMB 3,498,437,798.43 after deducting related expenses [1][2]. - The funds were fully received by January 16, 2024, and verified by an accounting firm [2]. Project Changes - The company plans to change the investment direction of RMB 25,000.00 million from the "Chongqing annual production of 1.2 million lightweight chassis systems and 600,000 automotive interior functional components project" to the "Tuopu Group Headquarters R&D Center Upgrade Project" and "New Energy Intelligent Vehicle Core Components Testing Center Project" [3][10]. - The expected completion date for the new projects is set for December 2027, while the completion date for the delayed project has been extended from January 2026 to January 2028 [3][5]. Surplus Funds Allocation - The "Intelligent Driving R&D Center Project" has been completed and is set for closure, with a surplus of RMB 3,179.96 million, which will be permanently allocated to supplement working capital [3][7]. - The total amount of funds being redirected represents 7.15% of the net amount raised from the stock issuance [5]. Reasons for Changes - The adjustments are aimed at improving the efficiency of fund utilization, as domestic production capacity has sufficiently met current operational needs [8][9]. - The company is also focusing on building overseas capacity in response to geopolitical factors and market opportunities, which necessitates a controlled pace for some domestic projects [9]. - There is an urgent need for funding to upgrade the R&D center to meet the increasing demands for personalized and rapidly iterated products in the new energy vehicle sector [9][10]. Project Feasibility - The company has established a strong R&D capability with a dedicated team and significant investment in innovation, maintaining an average of 5% of revenue for R&D [12][14]. - The company has a stable and high-quality customer base, which supports the upgrade of the R&D and testing centers [14]. Market Outlook - The implementation of the new projects is expected to enhance the company's testing capabilities and overall product quality, thereby strengthening its position in the supply chain [15].
宁波拓普集团股份有限公司 关于变更部分募集资金投资项目并延期、部分募投项目结项并将节余募集资金永久补充流动资金的公告