·2004年，惠生（南通）重工有限公司正式注册成立，南通基地同步启动建设； ·2006年，首个项目墨西哥PEMEX-COSL4钻机模块项目成功入驻，标志着公司业务正式落地运转； ·2009年，惠生清能美国公司成立，公司业务版图延伸至海外，国际市场拓展迈出重要一步； ·2024年，签约马来西亚云顶集团FLNG EPCIC合同，启东基地也开始投建，为未来发展储备了新的产能 和动能； ·2025年，中标并签约了土耳其国家石油公司FPU EPCIC合同，在手订单金额稳步增长； ·2025年8月底，惠生清能总包的第二艘FLNG发运仪式在江苏启东举办。 （本报记者 任明杰 整理） ·2016年，成功交付世界首艘驳船FLNG及首艘驳船FSRU，将之前的技术突破转化为实际成果； ·2017年，获得世界单体最大裂解炉模块建造项目； ·2021年，交付了三峡集团的中国首个浮式风电半潜式基础平台项目，顺利切入风电新能源装备领域， 实现了业务的重要拓展； ·2022年，再次斩获国际大单，获得意大利石油公司ENI的"Nguya"号FLNG EPCIC合同，总金额达几十 亿美金，国际竞争力持续提升； ·2023年，公司正式更名为"惠生清 ...

Group 1: Stock Performance and Investor Returns - The company's stock price has been rising due to multiple market factors, with a significant increase in business performance across major sectors [3] - The company has completed a cash dividend distribution plan for 2024, amounting to approximately CNY 945 million, which represents about 40% of the total distributable profit for the year [3] - A total of CNY 2 billion in A-share buybacks has been executed, with an additional plan to repurchase H-shares not exceeding HKD 500 million [3] Group 2: Business Growth and Financial Performance - In Q1 2025, the company achieved a revenue growth of 11% year-on-year, reaching CNY 36 billion, driven by increased sales in containers, logistics services, and other sectors [5] - The gross profit margin improved by 1.92 percentage points to 12.10%, while net profit attributable to shareholders surged by 550% to CNY 544 million [5] - The container manufacturing segment benefited from a low base in 2024 and efficient order delivery, contributing to the overall revenue increase [5] Group 3: Industry Outlook and Demand - The container manufacturing industry is optimistic, with expectations of production not falling below 3 million TEU for the year, exceeding initial forecasts [7] - The company’s container orders are currently scheduled for production through Q3 2025, reflecting strong demand influenced by eased US-China tariffs [7] Group 4: Deep Sea Economic Development - The company is actively involved in deep-sea economic sectors, focusing on FPSO and FLNG equipment manufacturing, with significant orders extending to 2027 [8] - The company has developed advanced deep-sea drilling platforms, showcasing its technological capabilities and competitive edge in the global market [9] Group 5: Infrastructure Opportunities - The company is exploring opportunities in large-scale hydropower projects, leveraging its vehicle and modular construction capabilities for infrastructure development [11] - The modular construction business is positioned to support rapid deployment in remote and complex environments, enhancing project efficiency [11]

Group 1: Business Performance - In Q1 2025, the company's revenue increased by 11% year-on-year to CNY 36 billion, driven by growth in most sectors including containers, logistics services, and energy [2][3] - Gross margin improved by 1.92 percentage points to 12.10%, while net profit attributable to shareholders surged by 550% to CNY 544 million, indicating a dual enhancement in performance and operations [3] Group 2: Marine Economy and Core Advantages - The marine engineering segment focuses on oil and gas equipment manufacturing, offshore wind power installation vessels, and specialized shipbuilding, aligning with national strategies for deep-sea, green, and safe technologies [3] - The company has achieved significant milestones, including the "Blue Whale 1/2" ultra-deepwater drilling platforms capable of operating at depths of 3,658 meters and drilling to 15,200 meters, showcasing advanced deep-sea equipment technology [3] - In 2024, the company secured orders for two FPSO hulls and one FLNG modification, enhancing its competitiveness in the global high-end marine engineering market [3] Group 3: Container Demand and Production - The easing of tariffs between China and the U.S. has led to increased demand for container orders, with the industry currently experiencing a full order book, and the company's container orders are scheduled for production until Q3 [4] - The global container fleet currently exceeds 53 million TEU, generating stable replacement demand annually [4] Group 4: Geopolitical Impact - Ongoing conflicts, such as the Israel-Iran situation, may lead to short-term oil price fluctuations, potentially boosting demand for the company's oil and gas equipment [4] - Disruptions in oil supply could increase the consumption of alternative energy sources like LNG, driving demand for the company's LNG-related equipment [4] - The company remains vigilant to geopolitical changes and is prepared to adjust its operational strategies to achieve its business objectives [4]

Group 1: Container Business Performance - In Q1 2025, the company's container business saw a revenue and net profit increase compared to the same period last year, driven by a rise in orders and a low base from 2024 [3] - Dry container sales increased by 7.44% to 531,200 TEU, while refrigerated container sales surged by 291% to 36,400 TEU [3] - The company expects a more pronounced impact in the second half of the year due to high overall bases and potential macroeconomic effects from tariffs [3] Group 2: Impact of Trade War - The direct impact of the trade war on the company is minimal, as the revenue from domestic exports to the U.S. is a small percentage [4] - Indirectly, the uncertainty from tariffs poses concerns for global economic growth, which could affect the container shipping market [4] - The company remains confident in its ability to adapt and enhance its competitiveness for high-quality development [4] Group 3: Offshore Engineering Orders - In Q1 2025, new orders in the offshore engineering segment were primarily focused on oil and gas [5] - The company anticipates a steady increase in FPSO and FLNG projects, with Petrobras planning to add 10 FPSO systems from 2025 to 2029 [6] - Forecasts suggest an average of 13 FPSO contracts awarded per year from 2025 to 2027, with over 10 FLNG orders expected in the same period [6] Group 4: Offshore Engineering Financials - The offshore engineering segment achieved a revenue increase of 58% to 16.6 billion CNY in 2024, with a net profit of 224 million CNY [7] - New orders in 2024 totaled 3.25 billion USD, with a backlog of 6.3 billion USD as of Q1 2025, primarily from oil and gas [7] - The company plans to enhance capacity and efficiency through fixed asset investments and improved project management [7] Group 5: Strategic Focus - The company will concentrate on its existing business structure, including containers, road transport vehicles, energy, and offshore engineering, while developing emerging strategic businesses [8] - The strategy emphasizes high-quality development and the optimization of asset structure, focusing on core business areas [8] - Emerging sectors such as energy storage, modular construction, cold chain logistics, and clean energy are being prioritized for future growth [8]

Summary of the Conference Call Company Overview - The conference call was held by Zhongqi Group to discuss its 2024 performance and future outlook. The company primarily operates in logistics equipment and services, as well as energy equipment and services. New business directions include renewable energy, such as hydrogen energy and offshore wind power [1][3]. Financial Performance - The company reported a record high revenue of 177.7 billion, a year-on-year increase of 39%. The net profit increased over sixfold to 2.97 billion [2]. - The container sales volume surged by 417% year-on-year, with the manufacturing segment achieving profitability for the first time [2]. - The financial and asset management segment also saw significant improvement, with net profit rising to 640 million [2]. - The company’s interest-bearing debt ratio decreased to 22%, and operating cash flow doubled to 9.3 billion by year-end [4]. Business Segments - Container manufacturing remains the largest revenue contributor, accounting for 35% of total revenue. The marine engineering segment contributed nearly 9% [5]. - Logistics services generated 31.3 billion, representing about 18% of the total revenue, with overseas operations exceeding 50% [5]. - The marine engineering sector showed significant improvement, nearing 900 million in profit [2]. Industry Dynamics - The global macroeconomic environment is recovering, with increased trade demand. The container shipping rates have rebounded significantly due to strong demand and tight supply [6]. - The container industry’s production is expected to exceed 8 million units in 2024, a 263% increase compared to 2023 [8]. - The logistics sector, particularly the international freight forwarding segment, has also seen substantial growth, with revenue reaching 31.4 billion, up 55.7% year-on-year [9]. Strategic Initiatives - The company is focusing on expanding its presence in the renewable energy sector, particularly in hydrogen energy and offshore wind power [3][12]. - The company aims to maintain a dividend payout ratio below 30% while continuing to optimize its debt structure and reduce financing costs [3][4]. - The company is also exploring modular construction and green methanol production as part of its strategic initiatives for future growth [25][49]. Future Outlook - The company anticipates a stable demand for containers, although there may be fluctuations due to global trade dynamics [20][21]. - The management expressed confidence in the growth potential of the hydrogen energy sector, despite current challenges in the industry [50]. - The company plans to continue optimizing its debt structure and expects to reduce its interest-bearing debt further by the end of 2025 [46][48]. Key Risks and Considerations - The company faces uncertainties related to global economic conditions, including potential impacts from geopolitical tensions and trade policies [19][20]. - The management acknowledged the challenges in the hydrogen energy market and the need for further development of the industry [50]. Conclusion - Zhongqi Group demonstrated strong financial performance in 2024, with significant growth across various segments. The company is strategically positioning itself in the renewable energy sector while maintaining a focus on optimizing its financial structure and managing risks associated with global market dynamics.