Core Viewpoint - Cloudwalk Technology (2670.HK) has officially launched its IPO process on October 8, 2023, with plans to list on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on October 16, 2023, marking it as the fourth "specialized technology company" to utilize Chapter 18C for listing, aimed at unprofitable companies with core technological capabilities [3][4]. Company Overview - Founded in 2014, Cloudwalk Technology focuses on developing a complete intelligent service system, not just hardware. Its self-developed HDOS (Hospitality Digital Operation System) acts as a "digital butler," enabling service robots to work smarter in complex environments like hotels and hospitals [2][10]. - The company has developed the UP series of robots, which feature a modular design allowing for quick task component changes, enhancing operational flexibility and reducing idle time [8][10]. Market Position and Financials - As of October 9, 2023, Cloudwalk Technology's IPO has raised HKD 32.98 million, with a subscription rate of 1,336 times for the public offering. The company has previously completed eight rounds of financing, attracting notable investors such as Alibaba and Tencent [4]. - The company has deployed its service robots in over 34,000 hotels and 150 hospitals globally, holding a 6.3% market share in China's service robot market, with a 13.9% share in the hotel sector [13]. Business Model and Growth - Cloudwalk Technology is transitioning from hardware sales to a "Robot as a Service" (RaaS) model, with revenue growth from CNY 161 million in 2022 to CNY 249 million in 2024, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 23.2% [13][15]. - The company has seen a shift in product structure, with the "Ruan" series being phased out and the "Gegge" series showing stronger market adaptability, achieving a 68.3% year-on-year sales increase in 2024 [14]. Research and Development - The company plans to use 60% of the funds raised from the IPO to enhance R&D capabilities, including the development of multimodal models and improvements to robot algorithms [17]. - Cloudwalk Technology has over 550 authorized patents and more than 600 pending, covering key areas such as environmental perception and motion control [11]. International Expansion - In response to market saturation in mainland China, Cloudwalk Technology is focusing on international expansion, establishing a subsidiary in Hong Kong and collaborating with local hotel groups to deploy its robots [18].