I am pleased to present the interim
financial statements for Orient Telecoms Plc for the six-month
period ending September 30, 2024. In this period, the Group
reported a net loss of £68,309, translating to earnings per share
of (0.68) pence. The directors have also
assessed the principal risks and uncertainties and have disclosed
this in this report.
The condensed interim report has not
been audited.
Financial Performance and Strategic
Path to Profitability
The net loss reported for this
period primarily stems from the expiration of several high-value
contracts, leading to a temporary dip in revenue. While these
transitions have posed short-term challenges, the management team
has been diligently pursuing new opportunities to address the
impact and rebuild revenue streams.
Efforts are well underway to secure
significant new contracts that will offset the revenue loss and
provide a stable foundation for future growth. Additionally, Orient
Telecoms is actively engaging with key domestic institutions to
explore potential collaborations, many of which are expected to
materialize in the next 3-6 months. These initiatives are
strategically aligned to not only stabilize revenues but also
support long-term growth and profitability.
Through these proactive measures and
a commitment to operational excellence, Orient Telecoms remains
confident in its ability to navigate current challenges while
positioning itself for sustained success in the future.
Strengthening Regional Managed Services
and Strategic Engagements
Over the past six months, Orient
Telecoms has continued to establish itself as a leader in managed
service solutions across Southeast Asia. Our operational model
prioritizes agility and customer-centered service, enabling
enterprises to leverage top-tier connectivity solutions without the
significant capital expenditure of managing network infrastructure.
To further this vision, we are actively engaging some of the
largest telcos worldwide to extend our managed service offerings
across the region. These strategic partnerships position us to
deliver robust, high-performance services in collaboration with
industry leaders.
We have also made concerted efforts
to connect with large institutions within Malaysia, particularly in
the education sector. Management is actively pursuing opportunities
to bring our state-of-the-art solutions to these institutions,
where we can support their digital transformation goals with
seamless, advanced network services.
Innovating with AI and Advanced Service
Management
Orient Telecoms is also advancing
its technology strategy, with significant progress in AI
applications to enhance our managed services portfolio. Our
technology team has made strides in building a custom operating
system that improves operational efficiency and service management.
This strong foundation is enabling us to explore additional AI
applications, with active discussions underway to secure
partnerships that will amplify our AI-driven
capabilities.
Strengthened Marketing and Sales
Efforts
Our marketing and sales teams have
bolstered their efforts through strategic digital marketing
initiatives and an expanded sales force to strengthen our market
presence and attract more regional clients. This proactive approach
is already supporting our growth objectives and enhancing brand
visibility in competitive markets.
Increasing Visibility in the B2B
Market
Orient Telecoms is committed to
expanding our footprint in the B2B market. To achieve this, our
marketing team is actively implementing a comprehensive outreach
strategy aimed at connecting with potential clients across various
platforms. We are leveraging targeted social media campaigns, which
allow us to engage with businesses more directly and create
awareness of our unique managed service solutions.
In addition to digital efforts,
we're also strengthening our presence through participation in
industry seminars and key regional technology events. These
initiatives not only enhance our brand visibility but also provide
valuable opportunities to network with industry leaders and
demonstrate our expertise in connectivity solutions. Through this
multifaceted approach, Orient Telecoms is focused on building
lasting relationships and capturing new opportunities within the
B2B market.
Commitment to Operational
Excellence
Orient Telecoms is dedicated to
delivering outstanding service quality that exceeds customer
expectations. Our support framework ensures reliable, responsive
service, allowing our clients to operate confidently with the
assurance of swift and dependable assistance.
Positive Outlook
With a clear strategy, a focused
effort on key sectors, and our commitment to ongoing innovation,
Orient Telecoms is well-positioned for growth. We anticipate a
strong financial performance by the close of our fiscal year in
March 2025, as we continue to meet the evolving needs of our
customers and expand our impact.
Responsibility Statement
The Board of Directors of Orient
Telecoms Plc assumes full responsibility for the accurate
preparation of the interim financial statements. These statements
are crafted in adherence to the standards set by the United
Kingdom's Financial Conduct Authority (DTR) and in accordance with
International Accounting Standard 34 on Interim Financial Reporting
(IAS 34).
We affirm that, to the best of our
knowledge and expertise, these interim financial statements have
been carefully prepared with due diligence in full compliance with
IAS 34. They provide a comprehensive and objective overview of all
relevant information required by DTR 4.2.7 and DTR 4.2.8, including
a clear outline of key events during the first half of the fiscal
year and their impacts on these interim financial
statements.
Additionally, this document offers
an in-depth view of the main risks and uncertainties anticipated
for the remainder of the fiscal period. It includes a thorough
analysis of significant related-party transactions during the first
six months, along with any notable changes relative to the
related-party transactions disclosed in the previous annual
report.
Sayed Mustafa Ali
Director
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF COMPREHESIVE
INCOME
FOR
THE SIX MONTHS ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2024
|
|
|
|
6
months
|
|
6
months
|
|
|
|
|
period
ended
|
|
period
ended
|
|
|
|
|
30-Sep-24
|
|
30-Sep-23
|
|
|
|
Notes
|
£
|
|
£
|
|
|
|
|
(Unaudited)
|
|
(Unaudited)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
INCOME
|
4
|
118,137
|
|
212,120
|
DIRECT COST
|
|
(29,409)
|
|
(20,940)
|
GROSS PROFIT
|
|
88,728
|
|
191,180
|
Administrative
expense
|
|
(156,151)
|
|
(173,255)
|
OPERATING (LOSS)/PROFIT
|
|
(67,422)
|
|
17,925
|
Other income
|
|
-
|
|
1,713
|
Finance income
|
|
877
|
|
1,351
|
Finance cost
|
|
(1,764)
|
|
(6,119)
|
OPERATING (LOSS)/PROFIT BEFORE
TAXATION
|
|
(68,309)
|
|
14,870
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Income tax expense
|
|
-
|
|
-
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(LOSS)/PROFIT FOR THE PERIOD
|
|
|
|
|
ATTRIBUTABLE TO EQUITY HOLDERS
|
|
(68,309)
|
|
14,870
|
OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
|
|
|
|
|
Items that will or may be reflected to profit or
loss:
|
|
|
|
|
Translation of foreign
operation
|
|
-
|
|
-
|
TOTAL COMPREHENSIVE (LOSS)/PROFIT FOR THE
PERIOD
|
|
(68,309)
|
|
14,870
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Basic and diluted profit per share
(pence)
|
5
|
(0.69)
|
|
0.14
|
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL
STATEMENT
FOR
THE SIX MONTHS ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2024
1. GENERAL INFORMATION
The Company was incorporated in
England and Wales on 26 February 2016, as a public company limited
by shares under the Act. The principal legislation under which the
Company operates is the Act. The registered office of the Company
is at Eastcastle House, 27/28 Eastcastle Street, London W1W 8DH
United Kingdom.
Shares of the Company are traded on
London Stock Exchange's main market for listed securities since
2017.
2. ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Basis of preparation
The consolidated financial
information for the period ended 30 September 2024 have been
prepared in accordance with IAS 34, Interim Financial Reporting.
The condensed financial information is unaudited and does not
constitute statutory financial statements. The interim financial
information covers the six-month period from 1 April 2024 to 30
September 2024, with comparative figures for the corresponding
period from 1 April 2023 to 30 September 2023.
The principal accounting policies
used in preparing the interim financial statements are the same as
those applied in the Company's financial statements as at and for
the year ended 31 March 2024, which have been prepared in
accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards as
adopted by the UK ("IFRS") issued by the International Accounting
Standards Board ("IASB"), including related interpretations issued
by the International Financial Reporting Interpretations Committee
("IFRIC"). The auditors' report on those accounts was unqualified
and unmodified.
The condensed financial information
is presented in British Pound Sterling ("£").
Going concern
These interim financial statements
have been prepared on a going concern basis.
The Company is already in an active
discussion with some of the potential clients to secure new
business in the forthcoming year.
The Company has enough cash balances
to run its operations for next 24 months. The Company relies on
outsourcing companies to perform its international service
maintenance which helps the company to manage its cost better and
also keep the lowest possible headcount on the payroll.
3. CRITICAL ACCOUNTING ESTIMATES AND
JUDGEMENTS
The preparation of unaudited interim
financial statements requires management to make judgements,
estimates and assumptions that affect the application of accounting
policies and the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, income
and expenses for the current and its corresponding financial period
under review. Actual results may differ from these
estimates.
In preparing the unaudited interim
financial statements, the significant judgements made by the
management in applying the Company's accounting policies and the
sources of estimates uncertainty were consistent as those applied
to the 2024 Audited Financial Statements.
There were no changes in estimates
of amounts of the Company that may have a material effect on
financial period ended 30 September 2024.
4. REVENUE
Revenue represents the fair value of
the consideration received or receivable for communication
services. Revenue is recognised when it is probable that the
economic benefits associated with a transaction will flow to the
Company and the amount of revenue and associated costs can be
measured reliably and over the period to which the charges
relate.
|
|
6 months period
ended
|
|
6 months period
ended
|
|
|
30-Sep-24
|
|
30-Sep-23
|
|
|
|
|
|
Revenue
|
|
118,137
|
|
212,120
|
|
|
118,137
|
|
212,120
|
Revenue is derived solely from
Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand. Revenue excludes value added tax
and other sales taxes.
5. PROFIT PER SHARE
Basic profit per ordinary share is
calculated by dividing the loss attributable to equity holders of
the company by the weighted average number of ordinary shares in
issue during the period. Diluted earnings per share is calculated
by adjusting the weighted average number of ordinary shares
outstanding to assume conversion of all dilutive potential ordinary
shares. There are currently no dilutive potential ordinary
shares.
Profit per share attributed to
ordinary shareholders:
|
|
6 months period
ended
|
Year ended
|
6 months period
ended
|
|
|
30-Sep-24
|
31-Mar-2024
|
31-Sep-23
|
|
|
|
|
|
(Loss)/Profit for the period
(£)
|
|
(68,309)
|
26,426
|
14,870
|
Weighted average number of shares
(Unit)
|
|
10,000,000
|
10,000,000
|
10,000,000
|
Basic and diluted profit per share
(pence)
|
|
(0.68)
|
0.26
|
0.14
|
6. COMPUTER EQUIPMENT
|
6 months
period
ended
30-Sep-24
£
|
|
Year
ended
31-Mar-24
£
|
|
6 months period
ended
30-Sep-23
£
|
Cost
|
|
|
|
|
|
Balance at beginning of
period
|
-
|
|
-
|
|
-
|
Addition during the
period
|
2,634
|
|
-
|
|
-
|
Exchange difference
|
-
|
|
-
|
|
-
|
At the end of period
|
2,634
|
|
-
|
|
-
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Accumulated depreciation
|
|
|
|
Balance at beginning of
period
|
-
|
|
-
|
|
-
|
Charges for the period
|
47
|
|
-
|
|
-
|
Exchange difference
|
-
|
|
-
|
|
-
|
Balance at end of period
|
47
|
|
-
|
|
-
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net book value
|
2,587
|
|
-
|
|
-
|
7. RIGHT-OF-USE
|
6 months
|
|
Year
|
|
6 months
|
|
period
ended
|
|
ended
|
|
period
ended
|
|
30-Sep-24
|
|
31-Mar-24
|
|
30-Sep-23
|
|
£
|
|
£
|
|
£
|
Cost
|
|
|
|
|
|
Balance at beginning of
period
|
54,685
|
|
472,598
|
|
472,598
|
Reduction due to early termination
during the period
|
-
|
|
(472,598)
|
|
-
|
Addition due to new lease
term
|
-
|
|
54,685
|
|
|
Exchange difference
|
4,601
|
|
-
|
|
-
|
At the end of period
|
59,286
|
|
54,685
|
|
472,598
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Accumulated depreciation
|
|
|
|
Balance at beginning of
period
|
4,557
|
|
273,836
|
|
273,836
|
Charges for the period
|
9,881
|
|
72,913
|
|
56,569
|
Reversal of accumulated depreciation
due to early termination
|
-
|
|
(342,192)
|
|
-
|
Exchange difference
|
383
|
|
-
|
|
-
|
Balance at the end of
period
|
14,821
|
|
4,557
|
|
330,405
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Net
book value
|
44,464
|
|
50,128
|
|
142,193
|
The Group subsidiary early
terminated the lease agreement for an office with effect from 31
December 2023 and entered to a new lease period of three (3) years
commence of 1st January 2024.
8. BANK
Cash and Cash equivalents are
denominated in the following currencies:
|
|
6 months
period
ended
|
|
Year
ended
|
|
6 months period
ended
|
|
|
30-Sep-24
|
|
31-Mar-24
|
|
30-Sep-2023
|
|
|
£
|
|
£
|
|
£
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Great Britain Pound
|
|
11,659
|
|
32,175
|
|
38,423
|
Singapore Dollar
|
|
19,903
|
|
20,111
|
|
20,579
|
United States Dollar
|
|
101,361
|
|
107,628
|
|
48,374
|
Malaysia Ringgit
|
|
144,502
|
|
176,466
|
|
155,772
|
|
|
277,426
|
|
336,380
|
|
263,148
|
9. TRADE AND OTHER RECEIVABLES
|
|
6 months
|
|
Year
|
|
6 months
|
|
|
period
ended
|
|
ended
|
|
period
ended
|
|
|
30-Sep-24
|
|
31-Mar-24
|
|
30-Sep-23
|
|
|
£
|
|
£
|
|
£
|
Trade receivables
|
|
160,891
|
|
158,477
|
|
189,580
|
Prepayment and Deposit
|
|
21,453
|
|
6,801
|
|
37,092
|
Other receivables
|
|
162,136
|
|
142,890
|
|
133,739
|
|
|
344,481
|
|
308,167
|
|
360,411
|
10.
TRADE AND OTHER PAYABLES
|
|
6 months
|
|
Year
|
|
6 months
|
|
|
period
ended
|
|
ended
|
|
period
ended
|
|
|
30-Sep-24
|
|
31-Mar-24
|
|
30-Sep-23
|
|
|
£
|
|
£
|
|
£
|
Amount due to directors
|
|
3,750
|
|
4,159
|
|
12,068
|
Trade creditors
|
|
-
|
|
6,030
|
|
-
|
Accruals
|
|
29,240
|
|
42,712
|
|
24,433
|
Contract liability
|
|
11,615
|
|
12,559
|
|
-
|
Other payables
|
|
84,028
|
|
38,078
|
|
31,876
|
|
|
128,632
|
|
103,538
|
|
68,377
|
11.
LEASE LIABILITIES
Lease liabilities are payable as
follow:
|
|
6 months
|
|
Year
|
|
6 months
|
|
|
period
ended
|
|
ended
|
period
ended
|
|
|
30-Sep-24
|
|
31-Mar-24
|
30-Sep-23
|
|
|
£
|
|
£
|
|
£
|
Less than one year
|
|
9,472
|
|
17,176
|
|
47,865
|
More than one year
|
|
35,865
|
|
33,082
|
|
100,860
|
|
|
45,338
|
|
50,258
|
|
148,725
|
12.
SEGMENTAL ANALYSIS
As of 30 September 2024, the Group
operated as a single operating segment, specializing in the
provision of managed telecommunication services. While the Group's
headquarters and corporate activities are based in the United
Kingdom, the majority of its revenue originated from Malaysia
totalling £88,137,
accounting for 75% of total revenue. The remaining revenue was
primarily generated from other countries within the South East Asia
region.
13.
RISK ARISING FROM FINANCIAL ASSETS AND LIBILITIES AND FAIR VALUE
DISCLOSURES
Categories of financial assets and
liabilities
The following table categorises the
carrying value of the financial assets and liabilities at the
balance sheet date. In each case the fair value is not materially
different to the carrying value.
|
|
|
|
Fair value
|
|
|
As at
|
|
|
|
30-Sep-24
Carrying
value
|
|
|
|
£
|
|
|
Financial assets
|
|
|
|
|
Cash and cash equivalent
|
|
277,426
|
|
Not
materially different
|
Trade and other
receivables
|
|
300,442
|
|
Not
materially different
|
Total financial assets
|
|
577,868
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
The contractual maturities of
financial assets are all within 1 period of the balance sheet
date.
|
|
|
|
Fair value
|
|
|
As at
|
|
|
|
30-Sep-24
Carrying
value
|
|
|
|
£
|
|
|
Financial liabilities
|
|
|
|
|
Amount due to directors
|
|
3,750
|
|
Not
materially different
|
Trade and other payable
|
|
124,882
|
|
Not
materially different
|
Total financial
liabilities
|
|
128,632
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
The contractual maturities of
financial liabilities are all within 1 period of the balance sheet
date.
Risk arising from financial
assets and liabilities
The following paragraphs summarize
the principal risks associated with the company's financial assets
and liabilities and how those risks are managed.
Liquidity and capital risk
management
The Company's capital structure
consists of items in shareholders' equity. The Company's objectives
when managing capital are to safeguard the Company's ability to
continue as a going concern in order to provide returns for
shareholders and benefits for other stakeholders and to maintain an
optimal capital structure to reduce the cost of capital.
This is done primarily through
equity financing. Future financings are dependent on market
conditions. There were no changes to the Company's approach to
capital management during the period.
The Company has adequate sources of
capital to complete its business plan, current obligations and
ultimately the development of its business over the long term, and
will need to raise adequate capital by obtaining equity financing
and/or incurring debt.
Liquidity risk is the risk that the
Company will not be able to meet its financial obligations as they
fall due. As at 30 September 2024, the Company had a cash balance
of £277,426 to
settle current liabilities of £128,632. The Company's current
financial liabilities are due on demand and are subject to normal
trade terms.
Interest rate risk
The Company does not currently have
financial instruments that expose the Company to significant
interest rate risk as the Company does not have any debt that bears
variable interest rate.
Currency risk
The Company operates in two
currencies: Pound Sterling ("GBP"), the functional currency of the
parent company, and Ringgit Malaysia ("MYR"), the functional
currency of the subsidiary. Currency risk arises primarily from the
translation of the subsidiary's financial results into GBP for
reporting purposes.
As at 30 September 2024, the
Company's exposure to MYR-denominated assets and liabilities
amounted to £115,584. A 5% fluctuation in the MYR/GBP exchange rate
would result in an estimated impact of £5,779 on the Company's
profit and net assets, assuming all other variables remain
constant. The Company monitors foreign currency exposures regularly
and considers appropriate risk management strategies as
needed.
The following Group's financial
instruments are denominated in MYR:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
As at
|
|
|
As at
|
|
|
30-Sep-24
|
|
|
30-Sep-24
|
|
|
£
|
|
|
£
|
Financial assets
|
|
|
|
|
|
Cash and cash equivalent
|
|
144,502
|
|
|
155,771
|
Trade and other
receivable
|
|
46,231
|
|
|
63,780
|
Total financial assets
|
|
190,733
|
|
|
219,551
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Financial liabilities
|
|
|
|
|
|
Trade and other payables
|
|
75,149
|
|
|
47,500
|
Total financial
liabilities
|
|
75,149
|
|
|
47,500
|
Net financial assets
|
|
115,584
|
|
|
172,051
|
Price risk
The Company does not hold any equity
securities and therefore is not exposed to price risk.
Credit risk
The company has receivables and
remains confident in its ability to collect these amounts due to
the creditworthiness of its customers and effective collection
processes.
14.
SHARE CAPITAL
|
|
Number of
|
|
£
|
|
|
ordinary
shares
|
|
|
Paid up:
|
|
|
|
|
10,000,000 ordinary shares at ₤0.10
each
|
|
10,000,000
|
|
1,000,000
|
At 30 September 2024, the total
issued ordinary share of the Company were 10,000,000.
15.
CHANGES IN ACCOUNTING POLICIES
There have been no changes in the
accounting policies applied during the interim period, which remain
consistent with those applied in the most recent annual financial
statements.
16.
SEASONAL OR CYCLICAL FACTORS
There are no seasonal factors that
materially affect the Group's operation.
17.
RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
There were no related party
transactions except for the payments of directors' transactions
disclosed in the interim financial statements.
|
|
6 months
|
|
6 months
|
|
|
period
ended
|
|
period
ended
|
|
|
30-Sep-24
|
|
30-Sept-23
|
|
|
£
|
|
£
|
Amount due to directors
|
|
|
|
|
- Sayed Mustafa Ali
|
|
3,750
|
|
1,251
|
- Wong Chee Keong
|
|
-
|
|
1,817
|
- Michael Goh Seng
Kim
|
|
-
|
|
9,000
|
|
|
3,750
|
|
12,068
|
The amount due to related party is
interest-free and they are payable on demand.
18.
SIGNIFICANT EVENTS AND TRANSACTION
There were no significant events or
transactions during the interim period that require
disclosure.
19.
CONTINGENT LIABIITIES AND CONTINGENT ASSETS
The company has no material
contingent liabilities or contingent assets as at 30 September
2024.
20.
CONTROL
The directors consider there is no
ultimate controlling party.
21.
SUBSEQUENT EVENT
No subsequent events have occurred
that require disclosure.