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Greenland Technologies Holding Corp

For the period ended Jun 30, 2024. Filed Aug 14, 2024.

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Jun 30, 2024 · Filed Aug 14, 2024

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Previous report: 10-Q

Period ended 2024-03-31; filed 2024-05-15.

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Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

Current report: 10-Q

Period ended 2024-06-30; filed 2024-08-14.

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Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

The baseline is this issuer’s latest earlier reporting period of the same form that was filed before the current report. A previous 10-Q is a different quarter, not a year-over-year comparison. Amendments are excluded.

Compared 110 previous paragraphs and 127 current paragraphs.

65 unchanged; 32 reworded; 24 added; 11 removed; 2 previous and 6 current paragraphs rearranged.

Tables are not compared: 3 previous and 5 current tables excluded. Dates, whitespace, punctuation and numbering changes are ignored; changes to financial figures remain significant.

A changed paragraph is not evidence that risk increased or decreased. An unchanged paragraph does not establish that risk stayed the same.

Added paragraphs (24)

Current report

Greenland Technologies Holding Corporation (the “Company” or “Greenland”) designs, develops, manufactures and sells components and products for the global material handling industries.

Current report

Greenland’s other income was approximately $0.52 million for the three months ended June 30, 2024, representing an increase of approximately $0.65 million, or 502.5%, as compared to approximately $(0.13) million for the three months ended June 30, 2023. The increase was primarily due to an increase in income VAT deduction for the three months ended June 30, 2024, compared to those for the three months ended June 30, 2023.

Current report

Greenland’s revenue was approximately $45.74 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, representing an increase of approximately $0.02 million, or 0.0%, as compared to that of approximately $45.72 million for the six months ended June 30, 2023. The increase in revenue was primarily a result of the increase of approximately $1.07 million in the Company’s sales volume, driven by increasing market demand of approximately $1.1 million for electric industrial equipment for the six months ended June 30, 2024. On an RMB basis, our revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2024 increased by approximately 4.2% as compared to that for the six months ended June 30, 2023.

Current report

Greenland’s gross profit was approximately $12.42 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, representing a decrease by approximately $0.03 million, or 0.2%, as compared to that of approximately $12.45 million for the six months ended June 30, 2023. For the six months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023, Greenland’s gross margins were approximately 27.16% and 27.23%, respectively. The decrease in gross margins in the six months ended June 30, 2024 compared to the six months ended June 30, 2023 was primarily due to an increase in raw material costs.

Current report

Income from operations for the six months ended June 30, 2024 was approximately $5.91 million, representing an increase of approximately $0.13 million, as compared to that of approximately $5.78 million for the six months ended June 30, 2023.

Current report

Greenland’s interest income was approximately $0.38 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, representing an increase of approximately $0.30 million, or 412.7%, as compared to that of approximately $0.08 million for the six months ended June 30, 2023. The increase in interest income was because more cash was deposited in banks during the six months ended June 30, 2024 as compared to the six months ended June 30, 2023.

Current report

Greenland’s interest expenses were approximately $0.08 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, representing a decrease of approximately $0.07 million, or 45.3%, as compared to that of approximately $0.15 million for the six months ended June 30, 2023. The decrease was primarily due to a decrease of our short-term loans for the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to those for the six months ended June 30, 2023.

Current report

Greenland’s other income was approximately $0.81 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, representing an increase of approximately $0.53 million, or 182.2%, as compared to approximately $0.29 million for the six months ended June 30, 2023. The increase was primarily due to an increase in income VAT deduction for the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to that for the six months ended June 30, 2023.

Current report

Greenland’s income tax was approximately $0.49 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, as compared to that of approximately $0.60 million for the six months ended June 30, 2023.

Current report

Our net income was approximately $9.44 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, representing an increase of approximately $4.04 million, as compared to that of approximately $5.40 million for the six months ended June 30, 2023.
Removed paragraphs (11)

Previous report

On July 27, 2018, we consummated our initial public offering of 4,400,000 units, including a partial exercise by the underwriters of their over-allotment option in the amount of 400,000 units. Each unit consisted of one ordinary share, no par value, one warrant to purchase one-half of one ordinary share, and one right to receive one-tenth of one ordinary share upon the consummation of our initial business combination (the “Business Combination”), pursuant to a registration statement on Form S-1. Warrants must be exercised in multiples of two warrants, and each two warrants are exercisable for one ordinary share at an exercise price of $11.50 per share. The units were sold in our initial public offering at an offering price of $10.00 per unit, generated $44,000,000 (before underwriting discounts and offering expenses) in gross proceeds.

Previous report

Simultaneously with the consummation of our initial public offering, we completed a private placement of 282,000 units, issued to Greenland Asset Management Corporation (the “the Sponsor”) and Chardan Capital Markets, LLC (“Chardan”), which generated $2,820,000 in gross proceeds. We also sold to Chardan (and its designees), for $100, an option to purchase up to 240,000 units exercisable at $11.50 per unit (or an aggregate exercise price of $2,760,000) commencing on consummation of the Business Combination. The unit purchase option may be exercised for cash or on a cashless basis, at the holder’s option, and expired on July 24, 2023. On February 18, 2021, Chardan exercised its option to purchase 120,000 units.

Previous report

In connection with the Business Combination, all the outstanding rights of the Company were converted into 468,200 ordinary shares on a one-tenth (1/10) ordinary share per right basis if holders of the rights elected to convert their rights into the underlying ordinary shares.

Previous report

On December 17, 2019, the Company’s warrants, which were trading under the ticker symbol “GTECW,” were delisted from the Nasdaq Capital Market by the Nasdaq Listing Qualifications Staff.

Previous report

On February 14, 2024, the Company issued a press release announcing its intent, as approved by its board of directors, to explore a separation of its electric industrial vehicles and drivetrain systems segments into two independent, publicly-traded companies by spinning off its drivetrain systems business. After the proposed spin-off, Greenland would be solely comprised of the Company’s current industrial electric vehicle business under its HEVI brand. On March 26, 2024, the Company entered into a share exchange agreement with Greenland Holding Enterprises Inc. and Zhongchai Holding (the “2024 Share Exchange Agreement”). Pursuant to the 2024 Share Exchange Agreement, Greenland Holding Enterprises Inc. issued 100 shares of common stock to the Company, par value $0.01 per share, in exchange for 100% of the equity interest of Zhongchai Holding.

Previous report

Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Our Operations and Financial Performance

Previous report

The COVID-19 pandemic has severely affected global economy. In an effort to contain the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, in the fiscal years ended December 31, 2021 and 2022, China and many other countries took precautionary measures, such as imposing travel restrictions, quarantining individuals infected with or suspected of being infected with COVID-19, encouraging or requiring people to work remotely, and canceling public activities, among others.

Previous report

Since 2021, a few waves of COVID-19 infections emerged in various regions of China, and in response, the Chinese government implemented certain anti-COVID measures and protocols. Chinese industries have gradually resumed businesses since the Chinese government lifted its COVID-19 protocols and measures in December 2022. The COVID-19 pandemic had a limited impact on our financial condition and results of operations in the three months ended March 31, 2024 and 2023.

Previous report

The extent to which the COVID-19 pandemic may continue to affect our operations and financial performance in the future will depend on future developments, which are highly uncertain and cannot be predicted at this time.

Previous report

Greenland’s other income was approximately $0.30 million for the three months ended March 31, 2024, representing a decrease of approximately $0.12 million, or 29.0%, as compared to approximately $0.42 million for the three months ended March 31, 2023. The decrease was primarily due to a decrease in grant income for the three months ended March 31, 2024, compared to those for the three months ended March 31, 2023.
Reworded paragraphs (32)

Previous wording

Through its PRC subsidiaries, Greenland offers transmission products, which are key components for forklift trucks used in manufacturing and logistic applications, such as factories, workshops, warehouses, fulfilment centers, shipyards, and seaports. Forklifts play an important role in the logistic systems of many companies across different industries in China and globally. Generally, industries with the largest demand for forklifts include the transportation, warehousing logistics, electrical machinery, and automobile industries. Greenland’s revenue increased from approximately $22.15 million for the three months ended March 31, 2023 to $22.72 million for the three months ended March 31, 2024. The increase in revenue was primarily the result of an increase in the Company’s sales volume, driven by increasing market demand for the three months ended March 31, 2024. Nevertheless, based on the revenues for the three months ended March 31, 2024 and 2023, Greenland believes that it is one of the major developers and manufacturers of transmission products for small and medium-sized forklift trucks in China.

Current wording

Through its PRC subsidiaries, Greenland offers transmission products, which are key components for forklift trucks used in manufacturing and logistic applications, such as factories, workshops, warehouses, fulfilment centers, shipyards, and seaports. Forklifts play an important role in the logistic systems of many companies across different industries in China and globally. Generally, industries with the largest demand for forklifts include the transportation, warehousing logistics, electrical machinery, and automobile industries. Greenland’s revenue increased from approximately $45.72 million for the six months ended June 30, 2023 to $45.74 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024. The increase in revenue was primarily the result of an increase in the Company’s sales volume, driven by increasing market demand for electric industrial equipment for the six months ended June 30, 2024. Nevertheless, based on the revenues for the six months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023, Greenland believes that it is one of the major developers and manufacturers of transmission products for small and medium-sized forklift trucks in China.

Previous wording

Greenland’s transmission products are used in 1-ton to 15-tons forklift trucks, some with mechanical shift and some with automatic shift. Greenland sells these transmission products directly to forklift-truck manufacturers. For the three months ended March 31, 2024 and 2023, Greenland sold an aggregate of 41,866 and 36,841 sets of transmission products, respectively, to more than 100 forklift manufacturers in the PRC.

Current wording

Greenland’s transmission products are used in 1-ton to 15-tons forklift trucks, some with mechanical shift and some with automatic shift. Greenland sells these transmission products directly to forklift-truck manufacturers. For the six months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023, Greenland sold an aggregate of 80,496 and 75,097 sets of transmission products, respectively, to more than 100 forklift manufacturers in the PRC.

Previous wording

There is increasing demand for electric industrial heavy equipment powered by sustainable energy in order to reduce air pollution and lower carbon emissions. Utilizing Greenland’s expertise in manufacturing and R&D, it established HEVI in January 2020 to create clean and sustainable products and services in the heavy industrial equipment industry that help organizations pursue a carbon neutral operation. HEVI designs, develops, and manufactures electric heavy industrial equipment and accessories and sells them directly to the end consumers in various markets in the United States. HEVI’s product line available for purchase includes the GEL-5000 all-electric lithium 5.0-ton rated load wheeled front loader, GEL-1800 all-electric lithium 1.8-ton rated load wheeled front loader, the GEX-8000 all-electric lithium 8.0-ton rated load excavator, and the GEF-series of electric lithium forklifts. HEVI also introduced mobile DC battery chargers to support a growing market of EV applications requiring DC charging capabilities in the North America market. These products are available for purchase in the U.S. market. In August 2022, HEVI launched a 54,000 square foot industrial electric vehicle assembly site in Baltimore, Maryland to support local assembly, services and distribution of its product line.

Current wording

In January 2020, Greenland launched HEVI Corp. (“HEVI”), formerly known as Greenland Technologies Corp. to focus on the production and sale of electric industrial vehicles to meet the increasing demand for electric industrial vehicles and machinery powered by sustainable energy in order to reduce air pollution and lower carbon emissions. HEVI is a wholly owned subsidiary of Greenland incorporated under the laws of the State of Delaware. HEVI’s electric industrial vehicle products currently include GEF-series electric forklifts, a series of lithium powered forklifts with three models ranging in size from 1.8 tons to 3.5 tons, GEL-1800, a 1.8 ton rated load lithium powered electric wheeled front loader, GEX-8000, an all-electric 8.0 ton rated load lithium powered wheeled excavator, and GEL-5000, an all-electric 5.0 ton rated load lithium wheeled front loader. In addition, HEVI introduced a line of mobile DC battery chargers that support DC powered EV applications in the North America market. These products are available for purchase in the United States (“U.S.”) market. In August 2022, Greenland launched a 54,000 square foot industrial electric vehicle assembly site in Baltimore, Maryland to support local services, assembly and distribution of its electric industrial heavy equipment products line. In July 2024, HEVI announced a partnership with Lonking Holdings Limited to develop and distribute heavy electric machinery and related technology specialized for the US market.

Previous wording

Greenland serves as the parent company to Zhongchai Holding. Through Zhongchai Holding and its subsidiaries, Greenland develops and manufactures traditional transmission products for material handling machineries and electric industrial heavy equipment, including electric industrial vehicles.

Current wording

Greenland serves as the parent company of Zhongchai Holding (Hong Kong) Limited, a holding company formed under the laws of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (“Hong Kong”) on April 23, 2009 (“Zhongchai Holding”). Zhongchai Holding’s subsidiaries include Zhejiang Zhongchai Machinery Co. Ltd., an operating company formed under the laws of the People’s Republic of China (the “PRC” or “China”) in 2005, Hangzhou Greenland Energy Technologies Co., Ltd. (“Hangzhou Greenland”), an operating company formed under the laws of the PRC in 2019, and Hengyu Capital Limited, a company formed in Hong Kong on August 16, 2022 (“Hengyu Capital”). Through Zhongchai Holding and its subsidiaries, Greenland develops and manufactures traditional transmission products for material handling machineries in the PRC.

Previous wording

The Company was incorporated on December 28, 2017 as a British Virgin Islands company with limited liability. The Company was incorporated as a blank check company for the purpose of effecting a merger, capital stock exchange, asset acquisition, stock purchase, recapitalization, reorganization or similar business combination with one or more target businesses. Following the Business Combination (as described below) in October 2019, the Company changed its name from Greenland Acquisition Corporation to Greenland Technologies Holding Corporation.

Current wording

Greenland was incorporated on December 28, 2017 as a British Virgin Islands company with limited liability. Following the Business Combination (as described and defined below) in October 2019, the Company changed its name from Greenland Acquisition Corporation to Greenland Technologies Holding Corporation.

Previous wording

Greenland’s revenue was approximately $22.72 million for the three months ended March 31, 2024, representing an increase of approximately $0.57 million, or 2.6%, as compared to that of approximately $22.15 million for the three months ended March 31, 2023. The increase in revenue was primarily a result of the increase in the Company’s sales volume, driven by increasing market demand for transmission products for the three months ended March 31, 2024. On an RMB basis, our revenue for the three months ended March 31, 2024 increased by approximately 7.8% as compared to that for the three months ended March 31, 2023.

Current wording

Greenland’s revenue was approximately $23.02 million for the three months ended June 30, 2024, representing a decrease of approximately $0.55 million, or 2.3%, as compared to that of approximately $23.57 million for the three months ended June 30, 2023. The decrease in revenue was primarily a result of the decrease of approximately $1.62 million in the Company’s sales volume of transmission products for the three months ended June 30, 2024. On an RMB basis, our revenue for the three months ended June 30, 2024 increased by approximately 0.9% as compared to that for the three months ended June 30, 2023.

Previous wording

Greenland’s gross profit was approximately $5.65 million for the three months ended March 31, 2024, representing an increase by approximately $0.13 million, or 2.2%, as compared to that of approximately $5.52 million for the three months ended March 31, 2023. For the three months ended March 31, 2024 and 2023, Greenland’s gross margins were approximately 24.9% and 24.9%, respectively. The increase in gross profit in the three months ended March 31, 2024 compared to the three months ended March 31, 2023 was primarily due to the increase in our sales volume.

Current wording

Greenland’s gross profit was approximately $6.77 million for the three months ended June 30, 2024, representing a decrease by approximately $0.15 million, or 2.2%, as compared to that of approximately $6.93 million for the three months ended June 30, 2023. For the three months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023, Greenland’s gross margin was approximately 29.4% . The decrease in gross profit in the three months ended June 30, 2024 compared to the three months ended June 30, 2023 was primarily due to the decrease in our sales volume.

Previous wording

R&D expenses consist of R&D personnel compensation, costs of materials used in R&D projects, and depreciation costs for research-related equipment. R&D expenses were approximately $0.99 million for the three months ended March 31, 2024, representing a decrease of approximately $0.13 million, or 11.8%, as compared to that of approximately $1.12 million for the three months ended March 31, 2023. Such decrease was primarily attributable to a significant decrease in the Company’s R&D activities during the three months ended March 31, 2024.

Current wording

R&D expenses consist of R&D personnel compensation, costs of materials used in R&D projects, and depreciation costs for research-related equipment. R&D expenses were approximately $1.12 million for the three months ended June 30, 2024, representing a decrease of approximately $0.31 million, or 21.2%, as compared to that of approximately $1.43 million for the three months ended June 30, 2023. Such decrease was primarily attributable to a significant decrease in the Company’s R&D activities during the three months ended June 30, 2024.

Previous wording

Income from operations for the three months ended March 31, 2024 was approximately $1.93 million, representing a decrease of approximately $0.44 million, as compared to that of approximately $2.37 million for the three months ended March 31, 2023.

Current wording

Income from operations for the three months ended June 30, 2024 was approximately $3.99 million, representing an increase of approximately $0.58 million, as compared to that of approximately $3.41 million for the three months ended June 30, 2023.

Previous wording

Greenland’s interest income was approximately $0.17 million for the three months ended March 31, 2024, representing an increase of approximately $0.14 million, or 456.7%, as compared to that of approximately $0.03 million for the three months ended March 31, 2023. The increase in interest income was because more cash was deposited in banks during the three months ended March 31, 2024 as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2023.

Current wording

Greenland’s interest income was approximately $0.22 million for the three months ended June 30, 2024, representing an increase of approximately $0.17 million, or 382.8%, as compared to that of approximately $0.04 million for the three months ended June 30, 2023. The increase in interest income was because more cash was deposited in banks during the three months ended June 30, 2024 as compared to the three months ended June 30, 2023.

Previous wording

Greenland’s interest expenses were approximately $0.04 million for the three months ended March 31, 2024, representing a decrease of approximately $0.02 million, or 34.1%, as compared to that of approximately $0.06 million for the three months ended March 31, 2023. The decrease was primarily due to a decrease of our short-term loans for the three months ended March 31, 2024, compared to those for the three months ended March 31, 2023.

Current wording

Greenland’s interest expenses were approximately $0.04 million for the three months ended June 30, 2024, representing a decrease of approximately $0.04 million, or 54.7%, as compared to that of approximately $0.08 million for the three months ended June 30, 2023. The decrease was primarily due to a decrease of our short-term loans for the three months ended June 30, 2024, compared to those for the three months ended June 30, 2023.

Previous wording

Greenland’s income tax was approximately $(0.19) million for the three months ended March 31, 2024, as compared to that of approximately $0.30 million for the three months ended March 31, 2023.

Current wording

Greenland’s income tax was approximately $0.68 million for the three months ended June 30, 2024, as compared to that of approximately $0.30 million for the three months ended June 30, 2023.

Previous wording

Zhejiang Zhongchai obtained a “high-tech enterprise” status near the end of the fiscal year of 2022. Such status allows Zhejiang Zhongchai to enjoy a reduced statutory income tax rate of 15%, rather than the standard PRC corporate income tax rate of 25%. Income tax for the three months ended March 31, 2024 and 2023 were calculated based on a rate of 15%. The “high-tech enterprise” status is reevaluated by relevant Chinese government agencies every three years. Zhejiang Zhongchai’s current “high-tech enterprise” will be reevaluated near the end of 2025.

Current wording

Zhejiang Zhongchai obtained a “high-tech enterprise” status near the end of the fiscal year of 2022. Such status allows Zhejiang Zhongchai to enjoy a reduced statutory income tax rate of 15%, rather than the standard PRC corporate income tax rate of 25%. Income tax for the six months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023 were calculated based on a rate of 15%. The “high-tech enterprise” status is reevaluated by relevant Chinese government agencies every three years. Zhejiang Zhongchai’s current “high-tech enterprise” will be reevaluated near the end of 2025.

Previous wording

Our net income was approximately $3.57 million for the three months ended March 31, 2024, representing an increase of approximately $1.11 million, as compared to that of approximately $2.46 million for the three months ended March 31, 2023.

Current wording

Our net income was approximately $5.87 million for the three months ended June 30, 2024, representing an increase of approximately $2.93 million, as compared to that of approximately $2.94 million for the three months ended June 30, 2023.

Previous wording

Greenland’s cost of goods sold consists primarily of material costs, freight charges, purchasing and receiving costs, inspection costs, internal transfer costs, wages, employee compensation, amortization, depreciation and related costs, which are directly attributable to the Company’s manufacturing activities. The write down of inventory using the net realizable value impairment test is also recorded in cost of goods sold. The total cost of goods sold was approximately $17.08 million for the three months ended March 31, 2024, representing an increase by approximately $0.45 million, or 2.7%, as compared to that of approximately $16.63 million for the three months ended March 31, 2023. Cost of goods sold increased due to the increase in our sales volume.

Current wording

Greenland’s cost of goods sold consists primarily of material costs, freight charges, purchasing and receiving costs, inspection costs, internal transfer costs, wages, employee compensation, amortization, depreciation and related costs, which are directly attributable to the Company’s manufacturing activities. The write down of inventory using the net realizable value impairment test is also recorded in cost of goods sold. The total cost of goods sold was approximately $33.32 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, representing an increase by approximately $0.05 million, or 0.2%, as compared to that of approximately $33.27 million for the six months ended June 30, 2023. Cost of goods sold increased due to the increase in our sales volume.

Previous wording

Selling expenses mainly comprise of operating expenses such as sales staff payroll, traveling expenses, and transportation expenses. Our selling expenses were approximately $0.55 million for the three months ended March 31, 2024, representing an increase of approximately $0.16 million, or 41.8%, as compared to approximately $0.39 million for the three months ended March 31, 2023. The increase was mainly due to an increase in the shipping expenses for the three months ended March 31, 2024.

Current wording

Selling expenses mainly comprise of operating expenses such as sales staff payroll, traveling expenses, and transportation expenses. Our selling expenses were approximately $1.01 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, representing an increase of approximately $0.05 million, or 5.5%, as compared to approximately $0.96 million for the six months ended June 30, 2023. The increase was mainly due to an increase in shipping expenses for the six months ended June 30, 2024.

Previous wording

General and administrative expenses comprise of management and staff salaries, employee benefits, depreciation for office facility and office furniture and equipment, travel and entertainment expenses, legal and accounting fees, financial consulting fees, and other office expenses. General and administrative expenses were approximately $2.18 million for the three months ended March 31, 2024, representing an increase of approximately $0.54 million, or 33.0%, as compared to that of approximately $1.64 million for the three months ended March 31, 2023. The increase in general and administrative expenses was mainly due to the increased in allowance for credit losses and the increase in staff salary for the three months ended March 31, 2024, as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2023.

Current wording

General and administrative expenses comprise of management and staff salaries, employee benefits, depreciation for office facility and office furniture and equipment, travel and entertainment expenses, legal and accounting fees, financial consulting fees, and other office expenses. General and administrative expenses were approximately $3.38 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, representing an increase of approximately $0.22 million, or 7.0%, as compared to that of approximately $3.16 million for the six months ended June 30, 2023. The increase in general and administrative expenses was mainly due to an increase in allowance for credit losses and an increase in staff salary for the six months ended June 30, 2024, as compared to the six months ended June 30, 2023.

Previous wording

For the three months ended March 31, 2024, our PRC subsidiary, Zhejiang Zhongchai, paid off approximately $0.28 million in bank loan, approximately $0.70 million in lend to third parties, and maintained $15.99 million cash on hand. We plan to maintain the current debt structure and rely on governmentally supported loans with lower costs, if necessary.

Current wording

For the six months ended June 30, 2024, our PRC subsidiary, Zhejiang Zhongchai, paid off approximately $8.54 million in bank loan, approximately $0.69 million in loan to third parties, and maintained $17.12 million cash on hand. We plan to maintain the current debt structure and rely on governmentally supported loans with lower costs, if necessary.

Previous wording

Government subsidies mainly consist of an incentive granted by the Chinese government to encourage transformation of fixed assets in China and other miscellaneous subsidies from the Chinese government. Government subsidies are recognized when there is reasonable assurance that the subsidy will be received and all conditions be completed. Total government subsidies recorded under long-term liabilities were $1.45 million and $1.53 million as of March 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively.

Current wording

Government subsidies mainly consist of an incentive granted by the Chinese government to encourage transformation of fixed assets in China and other miscellaneous subsidies from the Chinese government. Government subsidies are recognized when there is reasonable assurance that the subsidy will be received and all conditions be completed. Total government subsidies recorded under long-term liabilities were $1.38 million and $1.53 million as of June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively.

Previous wording

Cash equivalents refers to all highly liquid investments purchased with original maturity of three months or less. As of March 31, 2024, Greenland had approximately $15.99 million of cash and cash equivalents, representing a decrease of approximately $7.00 million, or 30.44%, as compared to approximately $22.98 million as of December 31, 2023. The decrease of cash and cash equivalents was mainly due to an increase in notes receivables and fixed deposit, as compared to that as of December 31, 2023.

Current wording

Cash equivalents refers to all highly liquid investments purchased with original maturity of three months or less. As of June 30, 2024, Greenland had approximately $17.12 million of cash and cash equivalents, representing a decrease of approximately $5.86 million, or 25.51%, as compared to approximately $22.98 million as of December 31, 2023. The decrease of cash and cash equivalents was mainly due to a decrease in short-term bank loans and notes payable, as compared to that as of December 31, 2023.

Previous wording

Restricted cash represents the amount held by a bank as security for bank acceptance notes and therefore is not available for use until the bank acceptance notes are fulfilled or expired, which typically takes less than twelve months. As of March 31, 2024, Greenland had approximately $3.85 million of restricted cash, representing a decrease of approximately $1.36 million, or 26.07%, as compared to that of approximately $5.21 million as of December 31, 2023. The decrease of restricted cash was due to a decrease of mortgaged assets.

Current wording

Restricted cash represents the amount held by a bank as security for bank acceptance notes and therefore is not available for use until the bank acceptance notes are fulfilled or expired, which typically takes less than twelve months. As of June 30, 2024, Greenland had approximately $3.91 million of restricted cash, representing a decrease of approximately $1.30 million, or 25.00%, as compared to that of approximately $5.21 million as of December 31, 2023. The decrease of restricted cash was due to a decrease of notes payable.

Previous wording

As of March 31, 2024, Greenland had approximately $22.58 million of accounts receivables, an increase of approximately $5.23 million, or 30.14%, as compared to approximately $17.35 million as of December 31, 2023. The increase in accounts receivables was due to the increase in our sales volume and our slowed-down efforts in receivables collections.

Current wording

As of June 30, 2024, Greenland had approximately $21.88 million of accounts receivables, an increase of approximately $5.34 million, or 32.76%, as compared to approximately $16.48 million as of December 31, 2023. The increase in accounts receivables was due to the increase in our sales volume and our slowed-down efforts in receivables collections.

Previous wording

Greenland recorded approximately $1.42 million and $0.87 million of allowance for expected credit losses as of March 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively. Greenland conducted an aging analysis of each customer’s delinquent payments to determine whether allowance for expected credit losses is adequate. In establishing the allowance for expected credit losses, Greenland considers historical experience, economic environment, and expected collectability of past due receivables. An estimate of expected credit losses is recorded when collection of the full amount is no longer probable. When bad debts are identified, such debts are written off against the allowance for expected credit losses. Greenland will continuously assess its expected credit losses based on the credit history of and relationships with its customers on a regular basis to determine whether its allowance for expected credit losses on its accounts receivables is adequate. Greenland believes that its collection policies are generally in line with the transmissions industry’s standard in the PRC.

Current wording

Greenland recorded approximately $1.41 million and $0.87 million of allowance for expected credit losses as of June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively. Greenland conducted an aging analysis of each customer’s delinquent payments to determine whether allowance for expected credit losses is adequate. In establishing the allowance for expected credit losses, Greenland considers historical experience, economic environment, and expected collectability of past due receivables. An estimate of expected credit losses is recorded when collection of the full amount is no longer probable. When bad debts are identified, such debts are written off against the allowance for expected credit losses. Greenland will continuously assess its expected credit losses based on the credit history of and relationships with its customers on a regular basis to determine whether its allowance for expected credit losses on its accounts receivables is adequate. Greenland believes that its collection policies are generally in line with the transmissions industry’s standard in the PRC.

Previous wording

As of March 31, 2024, Greenland had approximately $32.13 million of notes receivables, which Greenland expects to collect within the next twelve months. The increase was approximately $4.99 million, or 18.39%, as compared to approximately $27.14 million as of December 31, 2023.

Current wording

As of June 30, 2024, Greenland had approximately $30.96 million of notes receivables, which Greenland expects to collect within the next twelve months. The decrease was approximately $3.83 million, or 14.10%, as compared to approximately $27.14 million as of December 31, 2023.

Previous wording

Our working capital was approximately $23.56 million as of March 31, 2024, as compared to $27.27 million as of December 31, 2023. The decrease in working capital of $3.7 million was primarily contributed to an increase in fixed deposit.

Current wording

Our working capital was approximately $38.46 million as of June 30, 2024, as compared to $27.27 million as of December 31, 2023. The increase in working capital of $3.7 million was primarily contributed to a decrease in fixed deposit and notes receivables.

Previous wording

Greenland’s net cash provided by (used in) operating activities were approximately $(8.42) million and $3.76 million for the three months ended March 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively.

Current wording

Greenland’s net cash provided by (used in) operating activities were approximately $2.92 million and $(0.39) million for the six months ended June 30, 2024 and 2023, respectively.

Previous wording

For the three months ended March 31, 2024, the main sources of cash outflow from operating activities were accounts receivable, notes receivable, and other current and noncurrent assets, with each amounted to approximately $5.54 million, $5.47 million and $6.12 million, respectively. The main causes of cash inflow were changes in net income and accounts payable, with each amounted to approximately $3.57 million and $6.02 million, respectively.

Current wording

For the six months ended June 30, 2024, the main sources of cash inflow from operating activities were net income, inventories, and other current and noncurrent assets, with each amounted to approximately $9.44 million, $3.96 million and $1.97 million, respectively. The main causes of cash outflow were changes in accounts receivable and notes receivable, with each amounted to approximately $6.38 million and $4.48 million, respectively.

Previous wording

For the three months ended March 31, 2023, the main sources of cash inflow from operating activities were net income, change in accounts payable, and other current and noncurrent assets, with each amounted to approximately $2.46 million, $3.51 million and $2.87 million, respectively. The main causes of cash outflow were changes in accounts receivables and other current liabilities, with each amounted to approximately $5.24 million and $0.57 million, respectively.

Current wording

For the six months ended June 30, 2023, the main sources of cash inflow from operating activities were net income, change in inventories, and other current and noncurrent assets, with each amounted to approximately $5.40 million, $1.78 million and $3.10 million, respectively. The main causes of cash outflow were changes in accounts receivables and notes receivable, with each amounted to approximately $8.01 million and $4.21 million, respectively.

Previous wording

Net cash used in investing activities resulted in cash outflow of approximately $1.88 million for the three months ended March 31, 2024. Cash used in investing activities for the three months ended March 31, 2024 was mainly due to approximately $1.19 million used for purchases of long-term assets and approximately $0.70 million loaned to third parties.

Current wording

Net cash used in investing activities resulted in cash outflow of approximately $1.98 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024. Cash used in investing activities for the six months ended June 30, 2024 was mainly due to approximately $1.28 million used for purchases of long-term assets and approximately $0.70 million loan to third parties.

Previous wording

Net cash provided by investing activities resulted in a cash inflow of approximately $0.20 million for the three months ended March 31, 2023. Cash provided by investing activities for the three months ended March 31, 2023 was mainly due to $0.26 million in proceeds from government grants for construction, offset by approximately $0.02 million used for purchases of long-term assets and approximately $0.05 million used for investment in a joint venture.

Current wording

Net cash used in investing activities resulted a cash outflow of approximately $0.33 million for the six months ended June 30, 2023. Cash used in investing activities for the six months ended June 30, 2023 was mainly due to $0.26 million in proceeds from government grants for construction, offset by approximately $0.28 million used for purchases of long-term assets and approximately $0.05 million used for investment in a joint venture.

Previous wording

Net cash provided by financing activities resulted a cash inflow of approximately $2.34 million for the three months ended March 31, 2024, which was mainly attributable to approximately $5.56 million in proceeds from short-term bank loans. Such amounts were further offset by approximately $0.28 million in repayment of short-term bank loans and approximately $2.95 million change in notes payable.

Current wording

Net cash used in financing activities resulted a cash outflow of approximately $7.49 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, which was mainly attributable to approximately $8.54 million in repayment of short-term bank loans and approximately $4.49 million change in notes payable. Such amounts were further offset by approximately $0.28 million in proceeds from short-term bank loans.

Previous wording

Net cash used in financing activities resulted a cash outflow of approximately $3.46 million for the three months ended March 31, 2023, which was mainly attributable to approximately $2.48 million in repayment of loans to related parties and approximately $3.18 million in repayment of notes payable. Such amounts were further offset by proceeds from short-term bank loans for approximately $1.17 million and proceeds from third parties for approximately $1.46 million.

Current wording

Net cash provided by financing activities resulted a cash inflow of approximately $0.94 million for the six months ended June 30, 2023, which was mainly attributable to approximately $2.60 million in proceeds from short-term bank loans and approximately $1.88 million in proceeds from third parties’ repayment. Such amounts were further offset by approximately $3.89 million in repayment of short-term bank loans and approximately $0.43 million in repayment of loans to third parties.
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Current report — wording carried from elsewhere

Greenland’s cost of goods sold consists primarily of material costs, freight charges, purchasing and receiving costs, inspection costs, internal transfer costs, wages, employee compensation, amortization, depreciation and related costs, which are directly attributable to the Company’s manufacturing activities. The write down of inventory using the net realizable value impairment test is also recorded in cost of goods sold. The total cost of goods sold was approximately $16.24 million for the three months ended June 30, 2024, representing a decrease by approximately $0.40 million, or 2.4%, as compared to that of approximately $16.64 million for the three months ended June 30, 2023. Cost of goods sold decreased due to the decrease in our sales volume.

Current report — wording carried from elsewhere

Selling expenses mainly comprise of operating expenses such as sales staff payroll, traveling expenses, and transportation expenses. Our selling expenses were approximately $0.47 million for the three months ended June 30, 2024, representing a decrease of approximately $0.10 million, or 19.0%, as compared to approximately $0.57 million for the three months ended June 30, 2023. The decrease was mainly due to a decrease in advertising and marketing expenses for the three months ended June 30, 2024.

Current report — wording carried from elsewhere

General and administrative expenses comprise of management and staff salaries, employee benefits, depreciation for office facility and office furniture and equipment, travel and entertainment expenses, legal and accounting fees, financial consulting fees, and other office expenses. General and administrative expenses were approximately $1.20 million for the three months ended June 30, 2024, representing a decrease of approximately $0.32 million, or 21.1%, as compared to that of approximately $1.52 million for the three months ended June 30, 2023. The decrease in general and administrative expenses was mainly due to the decrease of approximately $0.18 million in provision for inventory and the decrease of approximately $0.10 million in professional fees for the three months ended June 30, 2024, as compared to the three months ended June 30, 2023.

Current report — wording carried from elsewhere

Greenland’s operating expenses consist of selling expenses, general and administrative expenses and research and development expenses.

Current report — wording carried from elsewhere

Research and Development (R&D) Expenses

Current report — wording carried from elsewhere

R&D expenses consist of R&D personnel compensation, costs of materials used in R&D projects, and depreciation costs for research-related equipment. R&D expenses were approximately $2.11 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, representing a decrease of approximately $0.44 million, or 17.1%, as compared to that of approximately $2.55 million for the six months ended June 30, 2023. Such decrease was primarily attributable to a significant decrease in the Company’s R&D activities during the six months ended June 30, 2024.
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Previous report — wording carried elsewhere

On October 24, 2019, we consummated the Business Combination with Zhongchai Holding (Hong Kong) Limited, a holding company formed under the laws of Hong Kong on April 23, 2009 (“Zhongchai Holding”) following a special meeting, where the shareholders of Greenland considered and approved, among other matters, a proposal to adopt and entered into that certain Share Exchange Agreement dated as of July 12, 2019, among (i) Greenland, (ii) Zhongchai Holding, (iii) the Sponsor in the capacity as the Purchaser Representative, and (iv) Cenntro Holding Limited, the sole member of Zhongchai Holding (the “Share Exchange Agreement”) that allowed Greenland to acquire from Cenntro Holding Limited all of the issued and outstanding equity interests of Zhongchai Holding in exchange for 7,500,000 newly issued ordinary shares, no par value of Greenland, issued to Cenntro Holding Limited. As a result, Cenntro Holding Limited became the then controlling shareholder of Greenland, and Zhongchai Holding became a directly and wholly owned subsidiary of Greenland. The Business Combination was accounted for as a reverse merger effected by a share exchange, wherein Zhongchai Holding is considered the acquirer for accounting and financial reporting purposes.

Previous report — wording carried elsewhere

On January 14, 2020, HEVI Corp. (“HEVI”), formerly known as Greenland Technologies Corp., was incorporated under the laws of the State of Delaware. HEVI is a 100% owned subsidiary of Greenland. HEVI focuses on the production and sale of electric industrial equipment, including electric industrial vehicles, for the North American market.