Core Viewpoint - The company is seeking to raise up to 1.6 billion yuan through a private placement to enhance liquidity and support ongoing operational and capital expenditure needs, as well as to optimize its capital structure and improve its debt repayment capacity [1][3][11]. Financing Scale - The total amount expected to be raised from the issuance is not more than 1.6 billion yuan, which will be used entirely to supplement working capital after deducting issuance costs [1][3]. - As of June 30, 2025, the company had a cash balance of approximately 573 million yuan, with a liquidity ratio of 1.16 and a quick ratio of 1.14, indicating slight liquidity pressure compared to other A-share listed airport companies [1][3]. Financial Needs Assessment - The company estimates a total funding gap of approximately 2.017 billion yuan over the next three years, considering existing cash reserves, future cash inflows, and capital expenditures [2][3][11]. - The projected cash flow from operations over the next three years is estimated at approximately 710 million yuan, with a significant portion of future cash needs driven by capital expenditures and rental payments [3][5][11]. Business and Operational Performance - The company reported fluctuating revenues over the past few years, with significant recovery in 2023 and continued growth expected in 2024 and 2025, driven by increased passenger throughput and operational efficiency [8][14]. - The revenue for 2023 was approximately 643 million yuan, with a net profit of about 38 million yuan, indicating a recovery from previous losses [8][14]. Industry Context - The aviation industry is experiencing a strong recovery, with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) projecting a 5.1% annual growth rate in passenger traffic in the Asia-Pacific region over the next 20 years [3][14]. - The company’s operational metrics, such as passenger throughput and flight operations, are closely aligned with industry trends, reflecting a robust recovery in demand for air travel [14].

中国国际金融股份有限公司 关于广州白云国际机场股份有限公司 上市保荐书 保荐机构 （北京市朝阳区建国门外大街 1 号国贸大厦 2 座 27 层及 28 层） 二〇二五年八月 广州白云国际机场股份有限公司 上市保荐书 上海证券交易所： 中国国际金融股份有限公司（以下简称"保荐机构"、"本机构"或"中金公司"） 接受广州白云国际机场股份有限公司（以下简称"白云机场"、"发行人"、"上市公司" 或"公司"）的委托，就发行人 2024 年度向特定对象发行 A 股股票并在主板上市事项 （以下简称"本次发行"）出具本上市保荐书。 保荐机构及其保荐代表人根据《中华人民共和国公司法》 （以下简称"《公司法》"）、 《中华人民共和国证券法》 （以下简称"《证券法》"）、 《证券发行上市保荐业务管理办法》 （以下简称"《保荐办法》"）、《上市公司证券发行注册管理办法》（以下简称"《注册管 理办法》"），以及《上海证券交易所股票上市规则》（以下简称"《上市规则》"）、《上海 证券交易所发行上市审核规则适用指引第 2 号——上市保荐书内容与格式》（以下简称 "《指引第 2 号》"）等法律法规和中国证券监督管理委员会（以下简称"中国证 ...

Core Viewpoint - Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport Co., Ltd. is responding to the Shanghai Stock Exchange's inquiry regarding its application for a specific stock issuance, emphasizing the necessity and reasonableness of the proposed fundraising amount of up to 1.6 billion yuan to enhance liquidity and support ongoing operations and capital expenditures [1][18]. Financing Scale - The company plans to raise a total of 1.6 billion yuan, which will be used entirely to supplement working capital after deducting issuance costs [1][18]. - As of June 30, 2025, the company had a cash balance of approximately 573 million yuan, with a liquidity ratio of 1.16 and a quick ratio of 1.14, indicating slight liquidity pressure compared to other A-share listed airport companies [1][2][18]. - Post-fundraising, the liquidity ratio and quick ratio are expected to improve to 1.42 and 1.40, respectively [2][18]. Financial Needs Assessment - The company estimates a total funding gap of approximately 201.77 million yuan over the next three years, considering existing cash reserves, future cash inflows, and capital expenditures [1][18]. - The projected cash flow from operations over the next three years is estimated at approximately 710.23 million yuan, with a minimum cash reserve requirement of about 329.27 million yuan [1][4][18]. - Future capital expenditures are projected to be around 325.34 million yuan, alongside other payment obligations totaling approximately 360.62 million yuan [1][18]. Revenue and Profitability - The company's revenue for the reporting periods was 518.02 million yuan, 397.10 million yuan, 643.09 million yuan, and 530.05 million yuan, with net profits fluctuating significantly due to market conditions [1][20]. - The gross profit margin has shown variability, with a notable recovery in 2023 and continued growth into 2024 and 2025, driven by increased passenger throughput and operational efficiency [1][20][24]. Market Environment - The global aviation market is recovering, with IATA reporting a 36.9% increase in global passenger traffic in 2023, and a projected 10.4% growth in 2024 [5][24]. - The Chinese civil aviation sector is also experiencing growth, with passenger throughput reaching approximately 125.98 million in 2023, a 142.2% increase year-on-year [24]. Investment and Future Projects - The company has several ongoing and planned projects requiring significant investment, with a total expected expenditure of approximately 288.94 million yuan for key infrastructure upgrades [1][18]. - The company aims to enhance its operational capabilities and service offerings to support the development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area's world-class airport cluster [3][18].