China Everbright Water Limited (Everbright Water) released its FY2025 annual results, highlighting a revenue of HK$5.36 billion, compared to HK$6.85 billion in the previous year. Gross profit stood at HK$2.36 billion, reflecting a narrower 10% decline year-on-year compared to the revenue’s 22% decrease. The profit attributable to equity holders amounted to HK$0.84 billion, marking a 17% drop from the previous year. Despite these decreases, gross profit margin climbed from 38% to 44%.

During the reporting period, Everbright Water maintained stable operations across approximately 172 projects and various asset-light services. Notable developments included its expanded presence in China’s core regions through new wastewater treatment capacity and further cooperation in agricultural waste utilisation. Globally, the company continued its business expansion in Southeast Asia, highlighted by new equipment procurement service contracts for a municipal water plant project in Thailand.

On the financing front, Everbright Water completed three tranches of medium-term notes issuances in January, April, and June 2025, collectively raising about HK$3.20 billion at relatively low interest rates. The company reported a gearing ratio of 60.7%, with ample cash and available banking facilities supporting future development. The final dividend was announced at 4.22 HK cents per share, bringing the full-year dividend to 10.31 HK cents per share.

Looking ahead, Everbright Water plans to leverage its established market presence and technological innovation to pursue high-quality growth. The company is set to focus on operational efficiency, safe production measures, and enhanced trade receivables management, while driving strategic initiatives in water-related and zero-carbon energy ventures. Through these efforts, Everbright Water aims to create long-term value in line with the evolving industry landscape.