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中信海直:通用航空龙头,低空运营蓄势待发

Investment Rating - The report assigns an "Accumulate" rating for the company for the first time [1]. Core Views - The company is a leading player in China's general aviation sector, deeply integrated with CNOOC, with 67.66% of its 2023 revenue coming from this major client [2][11]. - The low-altitude economy is supported by government policies, with the market expected to reach 2 trillion yuan by 2030, driven by various factors [2][18]. - The company's traditional business remains stable while low-altitude operational services are poised for growth, with plans for eVTOL commercialization [2][3]. - Revenue projections for 2024-2026 are 2.209 billion, 2.443 billion, and 2.779 billion yuan, with net profits of 279 million, 312 million, and 372 million yuan respectively [2][4]. Summary by Sections Company Overview - The company is a benchmark in general aviation operations in China, controlled by CITIC Group, and has expanded its business scope through various subsidiaries [11]. - It has a strong focus on offshore oil services, with significant revenue from CNOOC, and is also involved in emergency rescue, land aviation, and aviation maintenance [14][15]. Market Potential - The low-altitude economy is in its early stages in China but is accelerating, with a projected market size of 2 trillion yuan by 2030 [2][18]. - The global general aviation market is primarily dominated by North America and Europe, with Asia holding about 15% [2][26]. Financial Performance - The company has shown stable revenue growth, with a CAGR of 6.68% from 2018 to 2023, and a 2023 revenue of 1.970 billion yuan, up 9.6% year-on-year [16]. - The net profit for 2023 was 239 million yuan, reflecting a 23.11% increase from the previous year [16]. - The company maintains a gross margin above 20%, with a net margin of 12.1% in 2023 [16][17].