Financial Performance - Revenue for the year ended December 31, 2024, was HKD 187,850,000, a decrease of 36% compared to HKD 291,929,000 in 2023[4] - Adjusted segment EBITDA for graphene products was HKD 17,734,000, down 54% from HKD 38,319,000 in the previous year[4] - The company reported a pre-tax loss of HKD 119,168,000, which is a 4% increase from a loss of HKD 114,281,000 in 2023[4] - Total assets decreased by 4% to HKD 809,348,000 from HKD 847,343,000 in 2023[4] - Cash and bank balances fell by 43% to HKD 15,547,000 compared to HKD 27,190,000 in the previous year[4] - The net asset value decreased by 24% to HKD 280,360,000 from HKD 369,638,000 in 2023[4] - The graphene products segment reported a revenue decline of 39% year-on-year to approximately HKD 118.0 million, accounting for 63% of the group's total revenue[24] - The total revenue of the group decreased to approximately HKD 187.9 million, a 36% decrease compared to HKD 291.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2023[31] - The adjusted EBITDA for the graphene products segment fell by 54% to approximately HKD 17.7 million[24] - The landscape design segment contributed approximately HKD 69.9 million in revenue, representing a 28% decrease from approximately HKD 97.0 million[28] - The group experienced a 24% increase in impairment losses on financial and contract assets, rising to approximately HKD 27.7 million from HKD 22.3 million[35] - The group reported a net loss attributable to equity holders of approximately HKD 111.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to a loss of HKD 113.2 million in the previous year[41] Strategic Plans and Market Position - The company plans to focus on enhancing resilience and strategic deployment in 2025 despite ongoing challenges[14] - Expansion plans in China faced unexpected delays due to logistics and administrative issues, affecting the timeline for new anode material production facilities[14] - The company sees potential value in its role within the U.S. battery materials supply chain due to export restrictions on graphite and graphene products[14] - The company anticipates new revenue sources from government incentives in renewable energy, electric vehicles, drones, and robotics[14] - The group plans to continue increasing its graphene product capacity despite geopolitical tensions affecting global expansion strategies[24] - The company plans to invest at least RMB 200 million in the first phase of a graphite deep processing project, aiming for an annual production of 20,000 tons of high-purity spherical graphite[47] - The estimated total investment for the first phase of the lithium-ion battery anode material project in Laixi City is approximately RMB 1 billion[48] - A comprehensive five-year plan has been established focusing on capacity expansion, R&D enhancement, and innovative battery systems[60] - The company anticipates strong demand for lithium-ion batteries driven by the global shift towards electrification, particularly in electric vehicles and renewable energy storage[60] Governance and Compliance - The company has adopted a dividend policy since January 8, 2019, allowing shareholders to share in profits while retaining sufficient reserves for future development[96] - The board will continue to review the dividend policy and reserves the right to update, amend, and modify the policy at any time[99] - The company emphasizes the importance of board diversity to enhance performance quality, considering various measurable aspects such as gender, age, ethnicity, knowledge, and tenure[101] - The board currently consists of eight members, including three executive directors, one non-executive director, and four independent non-executive directors[112] - The company has five independent non-executive directors, which is at least one-third of the board members[112] - The board is responsible for developing the company's strategy, overseeing operations and financial performance, and ensuring effective governance and risk management systems[113] - The nomination committee reviews the board's composition annually to ensure diversity and effectiveness[103] - The company adopted a nomination policy on December 31, 2018, to ensure a balanced and suitable skill set on the board[105] - Independent non-executive directors have confirmed their compliance with independence standards as per listing rules[112] - The board has established mechanisms to ensure independent opinions and perspectives are available to all directors[116] - The company has a mechanism for indemnifying directors and senior officers against costs and liabilities incurred in the execution of their duties[116] - The nomination committee evaluates potential candidates based on integrity, commitment, and diversity factors[108] - The board is responsible for preparing financial statements that fairly reflect the company's affairs and performance[115] - The board plans to hold at least four regular meetings annually, with a total of eight meetings scheduled for 2024[118] - The company encourages continuous professional development for directors to enhance their knowledge and skills[124] - The company’s compliance with legal regulations and corporate governance policies is regularly reviewed[121] - Directors are required to retire and seek re-election at least every three years, ensuring board refreshment[122] - The company has established specific committees, including the Audit, Remuneration, and Nomination Committees, to enhance governance[126] - The company’s governance report includes a commitment to maintaining effective internal controls and risk management systems[127] Risk Management - The company has established a risk management system that includes risk identification, assessment, and management to mitigate potential impacts on business objectives[134] - Major risks identified include market risk due to a slowdown in China's real estate development, which could affect demand for design services[136] - Credit risk is a concern, particularly regarding accounts receivable management, with measures in place to address overdue payments[136] - The company has implemented a comprehensive IT security policy to mitigate risks associated with network security threats, which are increasingly relevant to its operations[138] - The company is committed to monitoring and managing significant risks that could adversely affect its performance and strategic execution[135] - The board reviews the effectiveness of the risk management and internal control systems annually, concluding that these systems are effective and adequate, providing reasonable assurance against significant errors or losses[141] - The internal audit function operates independently and evaluates the risk management and internal control systems through interviews, process tracking, and operational efficiency testing[142] Shareholder Communication and Equity - The company encourages effective communication with shareholders and stakeholders, providing detailed information through annual reports and interim reports[147] - The company has a dedicated company secretary who has complied with the relevant professional training requirements under the listing rules[143] - The company has a total equity of 98,610,887 shares, representing approximately 8.4% of the issued share capital[70] - The company has a total equity of 680,000 shares, representing approximately 0.06% of the issued share capital[73] - The company has outstanding bonds of approximately HKD 113.8 million and issued bills of approximately HKD 61.7 million as of December 31, 2024[44] - The company issued 2,400,000 and 43,689,383 ordinary shares on May 8, 2024, and June 28, 2024, respectively, to offset liabilities totaling HKD 5,890,600[51] - The company completed a placement of 185,480,000 shares at a price of HKD 0.066 per share, raising approximately HKD 11.97 million[54] - The intended use of the net proceeds includes repaying loans of HKD 11,865 million and general working capital of HKD 105 million, totaling HKD 11,970 million[54] - A rights issue will be conducted at a subscription price of HKD 0.170 per share, aiming to raise approximately HKD 119.7 million by issuing 704,284,056 shares[58] Employee and Share Incentive Plans - The company has approximately 232 employees as of December 31, 2024, with compensation based on job nature, market trends, and individual performance[50] - The company has adopted a new share incentive plan effective from February 6, 2023, after terminating the existing share option and incentive plans[195] - The total number of share options available for issuance under the share option plan is 1,935,538 shares, which is approximately 0.82% of the issued shares as of the report date[191] - The company has 9,677,692 share options that are unexercised as of December 31, 2024, which represents about 1.00% of the weighted average number of shares issued and outstanding[191] - A total of 35,231,235 shares were granted to three employees and eight service providers, representing approximately 4.53% of the company's issued shares as of June 12, 2023[196] - The fair value of the shares granted on June 12, 2023, was estimated at HKD 0.455 per share, based on the closing price of HKD 0.425 per share on the grant date[196] - On July 24, 2023, a total of 22,990,000 shares were granted to three directors and thirteen employees, representing about 2.94% of the company's issued shares[198] - The fair value of the shares granted on July 24, 2023, was estimated at HKD 0.46 per share, based on the closing price of HKD 0.47 per share on the grant date[198] - A total of 10,128,072 shares were granted to twelve employees on December 14, 2023, representing approximately 1.13% of the company's issued shares[198] - The fair value of the shares granted on December 14, 2023, was estimated at HKD 0.38 per share, based on the closing price of HKD 0.375 per share on the grant date[198] - The total number of shares granted under the 2023 Share Incentive Plan is capped at 68,349,307 shares, which is 10% of the company's issued shares as of the plan adoption date[197] - The maximum allocation for each participant is limited to 1% of the company's issued share capital[197] - The shares granted under the 2023 Share Incentive Plan do not have performance targets but are subject to general clawback provisions[199] - The plan is effective for ten years from February 6, 2023[197]
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