Beijing Sifang Automation Co., Ltd. (referred to as Sifang) has submitted an application for a main board listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, with Huatai International acting as the sole sponsor. The company, originally listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange in 2010, is a leading provider of new power system solutions in China with over three decades of experience in the power sector.
According to its prospectus, the company's extensive technical expertise has enabled several of its products and technologies to reach internationally advanced levels. Data from Frost & Sullivan indicates that in 2025, Sifang held a 10.3% market share in China's protection and automation solutions sector, ranking second in the industry.
Its business spans multiple segments including secondary power equipment, power electronics, integrated primary and secondary systems, and energy storage systems. Its products and services are deployed across more than 30 provinces in China and have expanded to over 90 countries and regions globally. The company is also targeting emerging sectors like AI data centers with innovative products such as solid-state transformers, reflecting a comprehensive strategic layout.
Key Leadership and Governance
The current Chairman, Gao Xiuhuan, holds a doctoral degree and an international MBA. An senior engineer, she joined the company in 1994 and has held various roles in quality management, human resources, and operations management, also serving in related management positions at Sifang Electric. President Zhang Tao holds a master's degree and the title of professor-level senior engineer, with long-term experience in the power business. Non-executive Director Zhu Chaohui, an engineer, has previously served as R&D Director and Executive Vice President, playing a key role in developing the company's technical framework. Employee Director Xi Shuyang, a university graduate, joined in 2000 and has long been responsible for legal and board-related matters.
Other non-executive directors, including Liu Zhichao and Zhao Zhi, along with three independent directors, Sun Weiguo, Li Chengrong, and Xie Huisheng, bring professional expertise in power technology, corporate management, finance, accounting, and law. Many senior executives have tenures exceeding ten years.
In terms of shareholding, Yang Qixun, Wang Xuzhao, and related concerted parties constitute the controlling shareholders, resulting in a clear ownership structure.
Financial Performance Overview
From 2023 to 2025, the company demonstrated steady growth in operational performance. Revenue for these three years was RMB 5.751 billion, RMB 6.951 billion, and RMB 8.193 billion, respectively. Net profit correspondingly rose to RMB 628 million, RMB 716 million, and RMB 829 million, indicating continuous improvement in profitability. Return on equity increased year-on-year, and asset operation efficiency remained strong.
Revenue primarily derives from core business segments like secondary equipment, power electronics, and energy storage systems, with secondary equipment being the main contributor.
Customer and Supplier Concentration
Regarding customer structure, sales to the top five clients accounted for 56.9%, 53.7%, and 54.5% of total revenue during the reporting period, indicating a high degree of customer concentration. The single largest client contributed up to 34.3% of revenue. On the supplier side, overall risk appears lower, with procurement from the top five suppliers fluctuating only between 11.9% and 13.0% during the same period, suggesting minimal reliance on any single supplier.
Disclosed Risks and Challenges
The prospectus highlights several operational challenges. The market for new power system solutions is highly competitive with rapid technological advancement; failure to keep pace with trends and market demands could impact market share. Furthermore, the company primarily secures orders through a bidding process, introducing uncertainty in winning contracts which could affect business performance.
Operationally, high customer concentration is a notable concern, as changes in key clients' procurement policies or budgets could lead to business volatility. On the compliance front, the company has identified certain deficiencies, including incomplete social security and housing fund contributions for some employees, and some lease agreements not being fully registered.
Use of Proceeds from H-Share Listing
The funds raised from the proposed H-share listing are intended to enhance research, development, and testing capabilities, expand production capacity, pursue strategic industrial investments and mergers & acquisitions, develop overseas marketing and service networks, and supplement general working capital. The company aims to leverage international capital markets to strengthen technological R&D, expand its domestic and international market presence, capitalize on opportunities arising from the energy transition and computing infrastructure development, and consolidate its market position in the new power systems sector.
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